Damion Smy
Tesla introduces a new feature it hopes you’ll never use
A new ‘peace of mind’ feature has been introduced for Tesla Superchargers in the United States, which could be rolled out to other countries.
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Overview
Variant
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Variant
Premium Rear-Wheel Drive
Body type
Sedan
Body type
Sedan
Engine size
3.0 L
Engine size
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Drive type
4x4
Drive type
Rear
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.6 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
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Power and torque
210kW / 600Nm
Power and torque
188kW / 350Nm
1242km
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Warranty
5 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
4
Doors
4
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel type
Electric
Safety rating
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Safety rating
5 Stars
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control Linked To Mapping: yes
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Suspension: yes
Transmission: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Automatic Door Closing
Rear Boot Hatch: yes
Side Doors: yes
Automatic Door Closing
Rear Boot Hatch: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Back of Rear Seats Multi-Touch Screen: yes
Back of Rear Seats: Back Of Rear Seats
Back of Rear Seats Screen Size (in): 10.10
Front Digital Television: yes
Location: Front
Entertainment Display Screen
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Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Wheel Position: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Wheel Position: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
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Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
AI-Powered: yes
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Manufacturer'S Own
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: Satellite View
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 36
Screen Size (in): 12.30
Traffic Info: yes
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Includes EV Intelligent Route Planning: yes
Information Type: Satellite View
Screen Size (in): 15.00
Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Assistance
Location: Front
Front Type: Remote Park
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Camera
Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Find My Car: yes
Geo Fencing: yes
Months Subscription Included: 120
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Speed Alert: yes
Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Driving History Analysis: yes
Find My Car: yes
Geo Fencing: yes
Immobilisation: yes
Location Sharing: yes
Months Subscription Included: Unlimited
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Remote Seat Heating Control: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Speed Alert: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Tow Away Alert: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Vehicle Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Memory Seat Adjustments: yes
Includes Programmable Settings: yes
Includes Walk Away Locking: yes
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Breakdown Assistance: yes
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
Telematics
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USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 3
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Vehicle 360 View Camera
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Vehicle 360 View Camera
3D Enhanced View: yes
Remote Battery Management
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Remote Battery Management
Includes Battery Status Checking: yes
Includes Charge Completion Alert: yes
Includes Remote Battery Pre Heating: yes
Includes Remote Charge Activation: yes
Includes Timer Remote Charge Activation: yes
Months Subscription Included: Unlimited
Remote HVAC Control
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Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Heating: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Steering Wheel Heating: yes
Includes Timer: yes
Months Subscription Included: Unlimited
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Compressor
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Electrical System
Voltage: 48
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 175
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 0
CO2 Level (Combined): 0
CO2 Level (Urban): 0
Engine
Engine (cc): 2967
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: Ddvc
Engine (L): 3.0
Number of Cylinders: 6
Engine
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Energy Recuperation
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Energy Recuperation
Single Pedal Driving: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Minimum Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.7
Main Capacity (L): 82
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 18.0
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
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Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Bisg Belt Integrated Starter Gen
Motor 1 Number: 1
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 350
Motor 1 Location: Rear
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 282.9
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 208.0
Electric Power Source
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Battery Voltage: 48.0
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 0.50
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Electric Power Source
Actively Heated Cooled Battery: yes
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
High Power Charger: yes
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 60.00
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Onboard Charger: 11.0
Wall Charger: yes
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Mild Hybrid
Hybrid Type
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Charging Information
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Charging Information
Mode 2 Amps: 10
Mode 2 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 2.00
Mode 2 Scenario: Mode 2
Mode 2 State of Charge Ends At (%): 100
Mode 2 State of Charge Starts At (%): 0
Mode 2 Voltage: 230
Mode 3 amps (A): 16
Mode 3 Calc Duration Max Supplied 0% To 100%: 5.99
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 3.7 kW 0% To 100%: 17.92
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 7.4 kW 0% To 100%: 8.96
Mode 3 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 11.00
Mode 3 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 11.00
Mode 3 Scenario: Mode 3
Mode 3 State of Charge Ends At (%): 100
Mode 3 State of Charge Starts At (%): 0
Mode 3 Voltage: 400
Mode 4 Calc Duration Max Supplied 10% To 80%: 0.33
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 100 kW 10% To 80%: 0.57
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 50 kW 10% To 80%: 1.14
Mode 4 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 170.00
Mode 4 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 170.00
Mode 4 Scenario: Mode 4
Mode 4 State of Charge Ends At (%): 80
Mode 4 State of Charge Starts At (%): 0
Electric Driven Wheels
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Electric Driven Wheels
Electric Driven Wheels: Rear
Charging Connector
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Charging Connector
CCS (Combo) Charging Socket DC 1: yes
CCS (Combo) Location of DC 1 Socket: Rear Side
CCS (Combo) Type: Ccs (Combo)
Type 2 (Mennekes) Charging Socket AC 1: yes
Type 2 (Mennekes) Location of AC 1 Socket: Rear Side
Type 2 (Mennekes) Type: Type 2 (Mennekes)
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 10.10
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Dashboard Centre 2
Dashboard Centre 2 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 2 Screen Size (in): 8.60
Dashboard Centre 2 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Roller Control: yes
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Roller Control: yes
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 15.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Television: yes
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Rear Centre
Rear Centre Screen Size (in): 8.00
Rear Centre Touch Screen: yes
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Windscreen
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1242
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 772
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 15.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 43
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 36
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 18.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 51
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 43
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 15.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 6.6
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 43
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 36
Fuel Consumption
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Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 5.9
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 6.1
Max Speed On Electric Power Only (km/h): 201
Maximum Speed (km/h): 201
Maximum Speed (mph): 125
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 286
Maximum Power (kW): 210
Maximum Torque (Nm): 600
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3750
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1250
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 256
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 256
Maximum Power (kW): 188
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 188
Maximum Torque (Nm): 350
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 350
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 0
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.6
Fuel Economy
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Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 286
Maximum Power (kW): 210
Maximum Torque (Nm): 600
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3750
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1250
Secondary Power
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Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Centre
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Electronic
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Automatic
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 1
Shift Lever Location: Dash
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Type: Electric
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Touch Controls: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Synthetic Leather
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Responsive Suspension
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Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: air
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Multi-Link
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: air
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Levelling
Location: Front
Front Operation: Automatic
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Automatic
Suspension Levelling
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Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 21
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 104
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Official Brochure Tire Size: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 265
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 21
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 104
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Official Brochure Tire Size: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 265
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 98
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 98
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 20
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: MLB
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: Tesla2
Wheelbase Type: Short
Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Black Trim
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Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 17.8
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 505
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 3.1
Frunk Capacity (L): 88
Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 21.0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 594
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 64.7
Front Track (mm): 1644
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 4.9
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 124
Overall Height (in): 58.0
Overall Height (mm): 1473
Overall Length (in): 203.6
Overall Length (mm): 5172
Overall Width (in): 76.6
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 83.9
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2130
Overall Width (mm): 1945
Rear Track (in): 64.3
Rear Track (mm): 1633
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 41.0
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 12500
Wheelbase (in): 118.0
Wheelbase (mm): 2998
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11600
Front Track (in): 62.4
Front Track (mm): 1584
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.4
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 138
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 38.1
Overall Height (in): 56.7
Overall Height (mm): 1441
Overall Length (in): 185.8
Overall Length (mm): 4720
Overall Width Folded Mirror (in): 76.1
Overall Width Folded Mirror (mm): 1933
Overall Width (in): 72.8
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 82.2
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2089
Overall Width (mm): 1849
Rear Track (in): 62.4
Rear Track (mm): 1584
Wheelbase (in): 113.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2875
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 41.3
Front Headroom (mm): 1048
Rear Headroom (in): 38.7
Rear Headroom (mm): 983
Front Hip Room (in): 62.2
Front Hip Room (mm): 1581
Rear Hip Room (in): 61.1
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1553
Front Shoulder Room (in): 59.1
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1502
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 57.6
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1462
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.3
Front Headroom (mm): 1023
Rear Headroom (in): 37.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 961
Front Hip Room (in): 53.4
Front Hip Room (mm): 1356
Rear Hip Room (in): 52.3
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1328
Front Leg Room (in): 42.7
Front Leg Room (mm): 1084
Rear Leg Room (in): 34.5
Rear Leg Room (mm): 877
Front Shoulder Room (in): 56.7
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1441
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 54.2
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1376
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Exterior Door Handles
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Exterior Door Handles
Flush Handles: Manual
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Active High Beam: yes
Digital Matrix: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Fog Light Function: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlight Control
Active High Beam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Fog Light Function: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Matrix: yes
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Pearl
Paint
External Colour: red
Type: Mica
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Synthetic Suede
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Remote
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Roof
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Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Auto-Dimming Passenger Door Mirrors: yes
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Auto-Dimming Passenger Door Mirrors: yes
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Privacy Glass
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Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Blind
Location: Rear
Location: Side
Blind
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Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2300
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 5071
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2690
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5930
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (kg): 2095
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (lb): 4619
Kerb Weight Includes Driver: yes
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2095
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4619
Tare Weight (kg): 2034
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2205
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2180
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4806
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1761
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3882
Tare Weight (kg): 1761
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 0
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Power (W): 730
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: FM
System Power (W): 350
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
USB (Rear): yes
HDMI Connection (Rear): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 2
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted & Rear
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand: Bang & Olufsen
Number of Speakers: 17
Subwoofer: yes
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 9
Subwoofer: yes
Door Sill Protector
Illuminated: yes
Door Sill Protector
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Heated Door Panels
Location: Front
Heated Door Panels
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Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Leather
Doors: Wood & Leather
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Wood & Leather
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Synthetic Leather
Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 9
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Electric Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Fore Aft Adjustment: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Jam Assist: yes
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Highway Assist: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Jam Assist: yes
Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor & Camera
Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Brakes: yes
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Includes Collision Avoidance: yes
Includes Display: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor & Camera
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Crash Test Results
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Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 90.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 95.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20250101
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 89.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20311231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2025
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 88.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Model 3 Lhd
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Active Massage: yes
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Memory
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 11
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Driver Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Memory
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 11
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Driver Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 4
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Premium Leather
Main Seat Material: Premium Leather
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Marketed As Sustainable Vegan: yes
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 4
Rear Control For Climate Control: yes
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 3
Rear Control For Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Individual Rear Location: Individual Rear
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Ventilation System
Heat Pump: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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