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Overview
Variant
Essential
Variant
Urban
Body type
SUV
Body type
SUV
Engine size
1.5 L
Engine size
1.5 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
1.1 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.9 / 100 km
Power and torque
160kW / 300Nm
Power and torque
108kW / 210Nm
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739km
Warranty
6 years
Warranty
7 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Electric
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 & Go
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Transmission: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Ambient Lighting
Reactive Lighting: yes
Ambient Lighting
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Automatic Door Closing
Rear Boot Hatch: yes
Automatic Door Closing
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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
Virtual Assistant: Manufacturer'S Own
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Other
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Includes EV Intelligent Route Planning: yes
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 36
Screen Size (in): 12.80
Traffic Info: yes
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: Satellite View
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 12
Screen Size (in): 12.30
Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Over Air Updates
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Assistance
Rear Automatic Braking Whilst: yes
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: Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Remote Battery Management
Includes Battery Status Checking: yes
Includes Charge Completion Alert: yes
Includes Remote Charge Activation: yes
Includes Timer Remote Charge Activation: yes
Months Subscription Included: 24
Remote Battery Management
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Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Heating: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Timer: yes
Months Subscription Included: 24
Remote HVAC Control
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Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Find My Car: yes
Immobilisation: yes
Months Subscription Included: 24
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Remote Seat Heating Control: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Vehicle Start: yes
Remote Services
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Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Walk Away Locking: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Walk Away Locking: yes
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: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 1
Illuminated Entry System
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Illuminated Entry System
Logo Projection: yes
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 24
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 135
CO2 Level (Combined): 163
CO2 Level (Urban): 216
Standard Met: EU6
Energy Recuperation
Level Selection: yes
Energy Recuperation
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Engine
Engine (cc): 1498
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Byd472qa
Engine (L): 1.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
Engine
Engine (cc): 1499
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Sqrf4j16
Engine (L): 1.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
Compressor
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Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Additional Fuel Types
Unleaded Fuel: Unleaded
Additional Fuel Types
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Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Other Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 15.9
Main Capacity (L): 60
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 13.2
Main Gas Capacity Gal: 3.2
Main Gas Capacity (L): 12
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 13.5
Main Capacity (L): 51
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 11.2
Main Type: Total
Charging Information
Mode 2 Amps: 10
Mode 2 Duration: 12.00
Mode 2 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 2.20
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): 32
Mode 3 Calc Duration Max Supplied 0% To 100%: 3.05
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 3.7 kW 0% To 100%: 5.47
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 7.4 kW 0% To 100%: 3.05
Mode 3 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 6.60
Mode 3 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 6.60
Mode 3 Scenario: Mode 3
Mode 3 State of Charge Ends At (%): 100
Mode 3 State of Charge Starts At (%): 0
Mode 3 Voltage: 230
Mode 4 Calc Duration Max Supplied 10% To 80%: 1.40
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 100 kW 10% To 80%: 1.40
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 50 kW 10% To 80%: 1.40
Mode 4 Duration: 1.00
Mode 4 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 18.00
Mode 4 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 18.00
Mode 4 Scenario: Mode 4
Mode 4 State of Charge Ends At (%): 80
Mode 4 State of Charge Starts At (%): 30
Electric Driven Wheels
Electric Driven Wheels: Front
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 300
Motor 1 Location: Front
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 197.2
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 145.0
Electric Power Source
Actively Heated Cooled Battery: yes
Battery Cell Type: Prismatic
Battery Supplier: BYD
Battery Type: Lithium Iron Phosphate
Battery Voltage: 384.0
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 18.32
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Onboard Charger: 7.0
Range (km): 92.00
Range (miles): 57.17
Useable Battery (kWh): 18.30
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Active Hybrid
V2L Charging
Includes Adapter: yes
Maximum Outlet Power: 3.3
Number of Outlets: 1
Total Power: 3.3
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)
Hybrid And Electric Systems
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Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Swivelling
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 12.80
Dashboard Centre 1 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 Size (in): 12.30
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
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Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 1.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 257
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 214
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 83.3
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 1.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 235
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 196
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 142.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 0.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 404
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 336
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 739
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 459
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 14.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 41
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 34
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 17.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.8
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 49
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 41
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 11.4
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 8.8
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 32
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 27
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.5
Maximum Speed (km/h): 170
Maximum Speed (mph): 106
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 9.5
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 218
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 197
Maximum Power (kW): 160
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 145
Maximum Torque (Nm): 300
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 300
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 147
Maximum Power (kW): 108
Maximum Torque (Nm): 210
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2000
Power Consumption
Combined (km/kWh): 0.2
Combined (kWh/100 miles): 27.2
Combined (kWh/100km): 16.9
Combined (kWh/km): 0.5
Combined (kWh/mile): 0.3
Combined (miles/kWh): 0.3
Combined (Wh/km): 169
Combined (Wh/mile): 272
Power Consumption
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Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 1.1
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.9
Secondary Fuel Economy
Combined (km/L): 21.3
Combined (L/100km): 4.7
Combined (mpg): 50
Secondary Fuel Economy
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Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 98
Maximum Power (kW): 72
Maximum Torque (Nm): 122
Secondary Power
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Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Description: Automatic
Manufacturer Name: DHT
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 1
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 6
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
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
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Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Synthetic Leather
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Synthetic Leather
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: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 99
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 99
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 98
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 98
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 19
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Rear Two Tone: yes
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 19.0
Departure Angle: 21.0
Ramp Angles
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Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 50.9
Rear Seat Down (L): 1440
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 15.0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 425
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 19.4
Rear Seat Down (L): 549
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 12.6
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 356
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 12000
Front Track (in): 64.2
Front Track (mm): 1630
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.8
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 173
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 39.4
Overall Height (in): 65.7
Overall Height (mm): 1670
Overall Length (in): 188.0
Overall Length (mm): 4775
Overall Width (in): 74.4
Overall Width (mm): 1890
Rear Track (in): 64.2
Rear Track (mm): 1630
Wheelbase (in): 108.9
Wheelbase (mm): 2765
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 61.0
Front Track (mm): 1550
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.9
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 175
Overall Height (in): 67.3
Overall Height (mm): 1710
Overall Length (in): 178.7
Overall Length (mm): 4540
Overall Width (in): 73.6
Overall Width (mm): 1870
Rear Track (in): 61.0
Rear Track (mm): 1550
Wheelbase (in): 104.8
Wheelbase (mm): 2661
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: E-Platform 3.0
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: T1X
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Spoiler
Location: Roof
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
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
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
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Metallic
Glass Roof
Sunshade Type: Electric
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Roof
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Door Mirrors/Cameras
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
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
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
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 1653
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2350
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5181
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1940
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4277
Tare Weight (kg): 1903
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): 2000
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4409
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1489
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3283
Tare Weight (kg): 1458
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 0
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: FM
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
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
Number of Speakers: 6
Speakers
Brand: Other
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Cargo Area
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Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look / Synthetic Leather
Gear Selector: Crystal/Glass
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look / Synthetic Leather
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Carbon Fibre 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 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 Integrated: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Head Restraints
Front Seats Integrated: yes
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
Traffic Sign Response: yes
Traffic Sign Response Activation: Manual
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Jam Assist: yes
Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor
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
Includes Collision Avoidance: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 88.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 86.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20240901
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 83.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20291231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2023
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 75.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Lhd 1.5 Litre Phev
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 82.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 86.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20260116
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 80.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20311231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2025
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 82.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.5 Litre Petrol
Knee Airbags
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Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 3
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 2
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
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: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic 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
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Electric Heater: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Ion Filtering: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 20000
Distance (miles): 12427
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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