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3.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD
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Overview
Variant
M4
Variant
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Body type
Coupe
Body type
Coupe
Engine size
3.0 L
Engine size
3.8 L
Drive type
Rear
Drive type
Rear
Fuel efficiency (combined)
10.1 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
10.7 / 100 km
Power and torque
353kW / 550Nm
Power and torque
419kW / 600Nm
584km
673km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
3 years
Doors
2
Doors
2
Seats
4
Seats
2
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
—
Safety rating
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Specifications
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Suspension: yes
Transmission: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Stability Control: yes
Suspension: yes
Traction Control: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Ambient Lighting
Reactive Lighting: yes
Ambient Lighting
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Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: Unlimited
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
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Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Memorised Adjustment
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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
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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
Virtual Assistant: Other
Voice Activating System
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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
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 7.0
Over Air Updates
Type: Os Version
Over Air Updates
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Parking Assistance
Rear Automatic Braking Whilst: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Auto Park & Perpendicular & Exit
Parking Assistance
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Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
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Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Heating: yes
Includes Internet: 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: 36
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Remote Services
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Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Memory Seat Adjustments: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Breakdown Assistance: yes
Concierge Months Included: 36
Concierge Service: yes
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
USB Charging Port
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Bluetooth
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Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 2
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
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Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 231
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 258
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Engine (cc): 2993
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: S58b30o0
Engine (L): 3.0
Number of Cylinders: 6
Engine
Bore Engine: 93.0
Engine (cc): 3799
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: M838te
Engine (L): 3.8
Number of Cylinders: 8
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 69.9
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 98
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 98
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 15.6
Main Capacity (L): 59
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 13.0
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 19.0
Main Capacity (L): 72
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 15.8
Main Type: Total
Fuel System
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Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: 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 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Display Screen
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Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Windscreen
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
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Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 584
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 363
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 9.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 10.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 28
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 23
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 673
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 418
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 9.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 10.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 26
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 22
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 13.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.4
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 38
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 32
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 6.1
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 16.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 17
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 14
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 4.2
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 3.2
Maximum Speed (km/h): 328
Maximum Speed (mph): 204
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 480
Maximum Power (kW): 353
Maximum Torque (Nm): 550
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6250
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2650
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 570
Maximum Power (kW): 419
Maximum Torque (Nm): 600
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 7400
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 5000
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 10.1
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 10.7
Active Differential
Location: Rear
Active Differential
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Differential Lock
Location: Rear
Differential Lock
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Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Electronic
Limited Slip Differential
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Transmission
Code: Ls58
Description: Manual
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Transmission
Automatic Mode: yes
Code: SSG
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Painted Calipers: yes
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Sports Steering Wheel: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Carbon & Leather
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
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: 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: Wishbone
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 19
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 100
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Performance Tires: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 275
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 20
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 99
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Performance Tires: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 30
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 285
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 285
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.5
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 10.5
Rear Two Tone: yes
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 10.0
Body Style
Body Type: Coupe
Local Body Type: Coupe
Platform Code: Clar
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Coupe
Local Body Type: Coupe
Platform Code: Mp4-12c
Wheelbase Type: Short
Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Black Trim
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Spoiler
Location: Boot/Hatch
Spoiler
Location: Boot/Hatch
Sport Exhaust Pipe
Driver-Controlled Valve Flap on Sport Exhaust Pipe: yes
Sport Exhaust Pipe
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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): 15.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 440
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 5.3
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 150
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 63.7
Front Track (mm): 1617
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 4.7
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 120
Overall Height (in): 55.0
Overall Height (mm): 1397
Overall Length (in): 189.0
Overall Length (mm): 4801
Overall Width Folded Mirror (in): 74.9
Overall Width Folded Mirror (mm): 1903
Overall Width (in): 74.3
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 81.9
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2081
Overall Width (mm): 1887
Rear Track (in): 63.2
Rear Track (mm): 1605
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 40.0
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 12200
Wheelbase (in): 112.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2857
External Dimensions
Overall Height (in): 47.3
Overall Height (mm): 1202
Overall Length (in): 178.3
Overall Length (mm): 4530
Overall Width (in): 82.5
Overall Width (mm): 2095
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.3
Front Headroom (mm): 1023
Rear Headroom (in): 35.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 909
Front Hip Room (in): 57.7
Front Hip Room (mm): 1465
Rear Hip Room (in): 54.1
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1375
Front Leg Room (in): 41.7
Front Leg Room (mm): 1059
Rear Leg Room (in): 34.7
Rear Leg Room (mm): 881
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.1
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1400
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 51.0
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1295
Internal Dimensions
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Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Scissor Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Scissor Hinged
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Laser
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Complex Surface
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
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Matrix: yes
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Paint
External Colour: Gray
Two Tone: yes
Type: Metallic
Paint
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
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: Toned
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
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
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Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2155
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4751
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (kg): 1775
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (lb): 3913
Kerb Weight Includes Driver: yes
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1775
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3913
Tare Weight (kg): 1738
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 0
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1440
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3175
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Power (W): 464
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
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
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
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Speakers
Brand: Harman/Kardon
Number of Speakers: 16
Subwoofer: yes
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy
Doors: Carbon Fibre
Gear Selector: Alloy Look
Instrument Panel: Carbon Fibre
Interior Trim
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Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
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Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Front Head Protection: yes
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
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Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
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Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Steering Vibration: yes
Overtaking Sensor
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor & Camera
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Knee Airbags
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Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
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 Memory
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 7
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: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 7
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Front Seat
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Premium Leather
Main Seat Material: Premium Leather
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 4
Configuration: 2+2
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 3
Rear Control For Climate Control: yes
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 24
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