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2.3L, 10-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD
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Overview
Variant
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Variant
Vibe
Body type
Coupe
Body type
Hatchback
Engine size
2.3 L
Engine size
1.5 L
Drive type
Rear
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
9.4 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.0 / 100 km
Power and torque
232kW / 475Nm
Power and torque
81kW / 142Nm
644km
750km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
10 years
Doors
2
Doors
5
Seats
4
Seats
5
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Fuel type
Unleaded
Safety rating
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Safety rating
4 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
Steering: yes
Driver Modes
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Illuminated Entry System
Logo Projection: yes
Illuminated Entry System
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Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: Unlimited
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
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
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: Other
Voice Activating System
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Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 12
Screen Size (in): 13.20
Traffic Info: yes
Navigational Systems
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Find My Car: yes
Months Subscription Included: Unlimited
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Vehicle Start: yes
Remote Services
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Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Programmable Settings: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
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USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 3
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 1
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Compressor
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Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 215
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 114
CO2 Level (Combined): 139
CO2 Level (Urban): 183
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Engine (cc): 2300
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: 99H
Engine (L): 2.3
Number of Cylinders: 4
Engine
Engine (cc): 1495
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
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: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 16.0
Main Capacity (L): 61
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 13.3
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 11.9
Main Capacity (L): 45
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 9.9
Main Type: Total
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: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 13.20
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.40
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 10.25
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
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Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 644
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 400
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 10.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 9.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 30
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 25
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 750
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 466
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 16.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 47
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 39
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 20.4
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 58
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 48
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 12.8
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 7.8
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 36
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 30
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 316
Maximum Power (kW): 232
Maximum Torque (Nm): 475
Measurement Standard: DIN
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3000
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 110
Maximum Power (kW): 81
Maximum Torque (Nm): 142
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4500
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 9.4
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.0
Performance
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Performance
Maximum Speed (km/h): 180
Maximum Speed (mph): 112
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Mechanical
Limited Slip Differential
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Transmission
Code: 10r80
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 10
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Continuously Variable
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
Painted Calipers: yes
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: 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 Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 99
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 99
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 185
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 185
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 19
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.0
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Body Style
Body Type: Coupe
Local Body Type: Coupe
Platform Code: D2C
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Boot/Hatch
Spoiler
Location: Roof
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: Manufacturer’S Own
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 13.3
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 376
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 34.7
Rear Seat Down (L): 983
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 10.3
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 293
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 62.2
Front Track (mm): 1580
Overall Height (in): 55.4
Overall Height (mm): 1407
Overall Length (in): 189.4
Overall Length (mm): 4811
Overall Width (in): 75.4
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 82.6
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2097
Overall Width (mm): 1916
Rear Track (in): 63.9
Rear Track (mm): 1623
Wheelbase (in): 107.0
Wheelbase (mm): 2719
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 59.6
Front Track (mm): 1514
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.9
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 149
Overall Height (in): 59.1
Overall Height (mm): 1502
Overall Length (in): 161.9
Overall Length (mm): 4113
Overall Width (in): 70.7
Overall Width (mm): 1797
Rear Track (in): 60.4
Rear Track (mm): 1535
Wheelbase (in): 101.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2570
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 37.6
Front Headroom (mm): 955
Rear Headroom (in): 34.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 883
Front Hip Room (in): 54.9
Front Hip Room (mm): 1394
Rear Hip Room (in): 47.4
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1204
Front Leg Room (in): 44.5
Front Leg Room (mm): 1130
Rear Leg Room (in): 29.0
Rear Leg Room (mm): 737
Front Shoulder Room (in): 56.3
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1430
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 52.2
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1326
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: 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
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Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
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: Day Time Running Lights
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Paint
External Colour: red
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
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
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
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
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): 1746
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3849
Tare Weight (kg): 1708
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 0
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 1102
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1657
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3653
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1199
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2643
Tare Weight (kg): 1186
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/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
Brand: Bang & Olufsen
Number of Speakers: 12
Subwoofer: yes
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Subwoofer: yes
Door Sill Protector
Illuminated: yes
Door Sill Protector
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Luxury Trim
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
Doors: Synthetic Leather
Gear Selector: Alloy Look
Instrument Panel: Carbon Fibre Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 8
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
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 Fore Aft Adjustment: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Fore Aft Adjustment: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Passenger
Knee Airbags
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Rear Seat Belts
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
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Jam Assist: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Overtaking Sensor
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Crash Test Results
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Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 74.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 75.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20250430
ANCAP Overall: 4.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 81.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20311231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2025
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 70.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.5 Vibe Auto
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 4
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
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: 3
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Ventilated: yes
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: Leather
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 4
Configuration: 2+2
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Secondary Ventilation Controls
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Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 10000
Distance (miles): 6214
Period (Months): 12
Cargo Area
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Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
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