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Overview
Variant
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Variant
Ascent
Body type
Sedan
Body type
Sedan
Engine size
3.0 L
Engine size
2.5 L
Drive type
4x4
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.5 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
4.0 / 100 km
Power and torque
223kW / 670Nm
Power and torque
170kW / -Nm
923km
1250km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
4
Doors
4
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
5 Stars
Safety rating
5 Stars
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Stability Control: yes
Traction Control: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Vehicle 360 View Camera
3D Enhanced View: yes
Vehicle 360 View Camera
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Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: 24
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
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Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
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
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Virtual Assistant: Other
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Manufacturer'S Own
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 36
Screen Size (in): 14.90
Traffic Info: yes
Navigational Systems
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Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Over Air Updates
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Parking Assistance
Rear Automatic Braking Whilst: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Remote Park & Full Auto Park/Exit
Parking Assistance
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: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Camera
Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Heating: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Timer: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Remote HVAC Control
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Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Driving History Analysis: yes
Find My Car: yes
Location Sharing: yes
Months Subscription Included: Unlimited
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Remote Services
Driving History Analysis: yes
Find My Car: yes
Geo Fencing: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Speed Alert: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: 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
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Concierge Months Included: 36
Concierge Service: yes
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 4
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 3
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Compressor
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Electrical System
Voltage: 48
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 172
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 91
CO2 Level (Combined): 91
CO2 Level (Urban): 91
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Engine (cc): 2993
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: B57d30o3
Engine (L): 3.0
Number of Cylinders: 6
Engine
Engine (cc): 2487
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: A25a-Fxs
Engine (L): 2.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
Fuel System
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Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 15.9
Main Capacity (L): 60
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 13.2
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 13.2
Main Capacity (L): 50
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 11.0
Main Type: Total
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 200
Motor 1 Location: Belt-Integrated Starter Generator
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 18.0
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 13.0
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 208
Motor 1 Location: Transmission-Integrated Motor Generator
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 136.0
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 100.0
Electric Power Source
Battery (Ah): 20.0
Battery Type: Lithium Iron Phosphate
Battery Voltage: 46.2
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 0.92
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Useable Battery (kWh): 0.92
Electric Power Source
Battery Cell Count: 70
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Battery Voltage: 259.0
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 1.00
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Mild Hybrid
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Active Hybrid
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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Display Screen
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Control Wheel: yes
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 14.90
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Touchpad Control: yes
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Windscreen
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
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Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 923
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 574
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 15.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 44
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 36
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1250
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 777
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 25.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 4.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 71
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 59
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 25.0
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.0
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 71
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 59
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 25.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 4.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 71
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 59
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 5.2
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 7.2
Maximum Speed (km/h): 180
Maximum Speed (mph): 112
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 303
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 18
Maximum Power (kW): 223
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 13
Maximum Torque (Nm): 670
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 200
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 231
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 136
Maximum Power (kW): 170
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 100
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 208
Measurement Standard: SAE
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.5
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 4.0
Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 303
Maximum Power (kW): 223
Maximum Torque (Nm): 670
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 188
Maximum Power (kW): 138
Maximum Torque (Nm): 221
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3600
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Manufacturer Name: Xdrive
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Front
Front Type: Electronic
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Electronic
Limited Slip Differential
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Transmission
Code: Gn8x80dz
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Manufacturer Name: 8-Gang Steptronic
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Code: P710
Description: Continuously Variable With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Manufacturer Name: Ecvt
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: Variable
Shift Lever Location: Floor
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: 2
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Alternate Suspension
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Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Responsive Suspension
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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
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Wishbone
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 20
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Front Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 20
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Rear Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 275
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 94
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 94
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 20
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 10.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: Clar
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: Tnga-K
Wheelbase Type: Short
Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Black Trim
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Spoiler
Location: Boot/Hatch
Spoiler
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Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: ISO
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 18.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 520
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 18.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 524
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 12400
Front Track (in): 64.3
Front Track (mm): 1634
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.1
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 154
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 40.7
Overall Height (in): 59.6
Overall Height (mm): 1515
Overall Length (in): 199.2
Overall Length (mm): 5060
Overall Width (in): 74.8
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 84.9
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2156
Overall Width (mm): 1900
Rear Track (in): 65.7
Rear Track (mm): 1669
Wheelbase (in): 117.9
Wheelbase (mm): 2995
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11400
Front Track (in): 62.6
Front Track (mm): 1590
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.7
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 145
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 37.4
Overall Height (in): 56.9
Overall Height (mm): 1445
Overall Length (in): 193.7
Overall Length (mm): 4920
Overall Width Folded Mirror (in): 73.4
Overall Width Folded Mirror (mm): 1865
Overall Width (in): 72.4
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 83.5
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2120
Overall Width (mm): 1840
Rear Track (in): 63.0
Rear Track (mm): 1600
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 40.0
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 12200
Wheelbase (in): 111.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2825
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.7
Front Headroom (mm): 1033
Rear Headroom (in): 38.1
Rear Headroom (mm): 969
Front Hip Room (in): 60.5
Front Hip Room (mm): 1536
Rear Hip Room (in): 58.9
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1497
Front Leg Room (in): 41.3
Front Leg Room (mm): 1048
Rear Leg Room (in): 37.0
Rear Leg Room (mm): 941
Front Shoulder Room (in): 59.2
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1504
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 56.9
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1446
Internal Dimensions
Front Hip Room (in): 60.4
Front Hip Room (mm): 1535
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
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
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
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Metallic
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
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
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/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
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
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Blind
Location: Rear
Rear Blind Type: Electric
Location: Side
Side Blind Type: Manual
Blind
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Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
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Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4409
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2560
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5644
Kerb Weight Includes Driver: yes
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1980
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4365
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 400
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 882
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 400
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 882
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2100
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4630
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1565
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3450
Tare Weight (kg): 1535
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Power (W): 655
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
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
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand: Bowers & Wilkins
Number of Speakers: 18
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Door Sill Protector
Illuminated: yes
Door Sill Protector
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Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
Instrument Panel: Carbon Fibre
Luxury Trim
Doors: Alloy Look
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 8
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: 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 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
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
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Sign Response: yes
Traffic Sign Response Activation: Manual
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 Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Includes Collision Avoidance: yes
Steering Vibration: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor & Camera
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 89.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 87.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20231201
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 86.0
ANCAP Rating Year: 2023
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 81.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: I5 Edrive 40, Lhd
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 95.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 87.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20240901
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 84.0
ANCAP Rating Year: 2024
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 81.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Ascent Sport 2.5 Hybrid
Knee Airbags
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Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
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 Thigh Support Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
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 Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Premium Leather
Main Seat Material: Premium Leather
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
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: 2
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Individual Rear Digital Display: yes
Individual Rear Location: Individual Rear
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Engine Heater: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Ventilation System
Electric Heater: yes
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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2 Months Ago
William Stopford
BMW recalls over 16,000 vehicles in Australia due to fire risk
BMW is advising owners of over 16,000 vehicles to avoid using the remote start function or leaving their vehicle running and unattended.
3 Months Ago
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Max Davies
2026 BMW 5 Series review
BMW continues to stick with diesel power for its large executive sedan, and the 5 Series is all the better for it.
4 Months Ago
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The CarExpert team's favourite cars of 2025
We’ve driven many, many vehicles this year, from city EVs to supercars. Here, our team of Experts calls out their favourite cars of 2025.
5 Months Ago
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Toyota exporting US-built cars to Japan after Trump criticism
Toyota has announced it plans to export three US-made models to Japan, but hasn't confirmed right-hand-drive US production.
5 Months Ago
William Stopford
Toyota fixing camera fault in over 100,000 vehicles
Reversing cameras in certain Toyota models built between 2022 and 2025 may not display properly, so the company is offering a free fix.
6 Months Ago