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Overview
Variant
Ls-M
Variant
Ti
Body type
SUV
Body type
SUV
Engine size
1.9 L
Engine size
5.6 L
Drive type
Rear
Drive type
4x4
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.4 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
14.4 / 100 km
Power and torque
110kW / 350Nm
Power and torque
298kW / 560Nm
1081km
972km
Warranty
6 years
Warranty
10 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
7
Seats
8
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
5 Stars
Safety rating
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Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
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 Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
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: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Camera
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: 2
Navigational Systems
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Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 36
Screen Size (in): 12.30
Traffic Info: yes
Over Air Updates
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Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Smart Card/Smart Key
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Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
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 (Country Highway): 177
CO2 Level (Combined): 196
CO2 Level (Urban): 237
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 258
CO2 Level (Combined): 334
CO2 Level (Urban): 470
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Engine (cc): 1898
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Rz4e-Tc
Engine (L): 1.9
Number of Cylinders: 4
Engine
Engine (cc): 5552
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: Vk56vd
Engine (L): 5.6
Number of Cylinders: 8
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum 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 Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.6
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 37.0
Main Capacity (L): 140
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 30.8
Main Type: Total
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): 8.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
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): 7.00
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1081
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 672
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 13.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 38
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 32
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 14.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 42
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 35
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 11.1
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 9.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 31
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 26
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 972
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 604
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 6.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 14.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 20
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 16
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 9.1
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 11.0
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 26
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 21
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 5.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 20.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 14
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 12
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 150
Maximum Power (kW): 110
Maximum Torque (Nm): 350
Measurement Standard: DIN
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3600
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1800
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 400
Maximum Power (kW): 298
Maximum Torque (Nm): 560
Measurement Standard: SAE
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5800
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.4
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 14.4
Performance
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Performance
Maximum Speed (km/h): 210
Maximum Speed (mph): 130
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: Rear
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full And Part-Time
Selection: Manual & Automatic
Transmission
Code: Awr6b45
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Manufacturer Name: Aisin®
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Low High Gear Ranges: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Differential Lock
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Differential Lock
Location: Rear
Limited Slip Differential
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Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Mechanical
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
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
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Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
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: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
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
Responsive Suspension
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Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Suspension Levelling
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Suspension Levelling
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Automatic
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Type: All Terrain
Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Type: All Terrain
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 116
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 70
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: All Seasons
Front Wheels Tire Width: 265
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 116
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 70
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: All Seasons
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 265
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 30.0
Departure Angle: 23.9
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 34.4
Departure Angle: 26.3
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 75.5
Rear Seat Down (L): 2138
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 11.0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 311
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 111.9
Rear Seat Down (L): 3170
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 19.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 550
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11400
Front Track (in): 61.8
Front Track (mm): 1570
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 9.1
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 230
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 37.4
Overall Height (in): 71.5
Overall Height (mm): 1815
Overall Length (in): 190.9
Overall Length (mm): 4850
Overall Width (in): 73.6
Overall Width (mm): 1870
Rear Track (in): 61.8
Rear Track (mm): 1570
Wheelbase (in): 112.4
Wheelbase (mm): 2855
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 12500
Front Track (in): 66.7
Front Track (mm): 1695
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 10.7
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 273
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 41.0
Overall Height (in): 76.4
Overall Height (mm): 1940
Overall Length (in): 203.7
Overall Length (mm): 5175
Overall Width Folded Mirror (in): 78.5
Overall Width Folded Mirror (mm): 1995
Overall Width (in): 78.5
Overall Width (mm): 1995
Rear Track (in): 66.7
Rear Track (mm): 1695
Wheelbase (in): 121.1
Wheelbase (mm): 3075
Internal Dimensions
3rd Row Headroom (in): 36.6
3rd Row Headroom (mm): 929
Front Headroom (in): 40.2
Front Headroom (mm): 1020
Rear Headroom (in): 38.6
Rear Headroom (mm): 980
3rd Row Leg Room (in): 33.5
3rd Row Leg Room (mm): 850
Front Leg Room (in): 42.3
Front Leg Room (mm): 1075
Rear Leg Room (in): 36.0
Rear Leg Room (mm): 915
3rd Row Shoulder Room (in): 52.8
3rd Row Shoulder Room (mm): 1340
Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.5
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1460
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 57.2
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1453
Internal Dimensions
Front Hip Room (in): 59.2
Front Hip Room (mm): 1503
Rear Hip Room (in): 58.3
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1482
Front Shoulder Room (in): 63.8
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1620
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 63.4
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1611
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: I-Grip
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: Y62
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Step
Step Location: Side
Side Step Type: Platform
Step
Step Location: Side
Side Step Type: Platform
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: 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
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Paint
External Colour: Gray
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Metallic
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
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
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Privacy Glass
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Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Rear View Mirror Camera
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Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Digital: yes
Includes Rear View Camera: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 3000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 6614
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2700
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5953
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2035
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4486
Tare Weight (kg): 1976
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 350
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 3500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 7716
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3500
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 7716
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (kg): 2826
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (lb): 6229
Kerb Weight Includes Driver: yes
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2826
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 6229
Tare Weight (kg): 2715
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 350
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
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: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Alloy Look
Instrument Panel: Piano Black
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
Doors: Suede
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 8
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
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
Location: 3rd Row Seats
3rd Row Seats Number: 2
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Head Restraints
Location: 3rd Row Seats
3rd Row Seats Number: 2
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Knee Airbags
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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: All Three Rows
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: All Three Rows
Third Row Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Third Row Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Jam Assist: yes
Traffic Sign Response: yes
Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: 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: 86.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 85.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20221201
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 69.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20281231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2022
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 84.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: All Versions
Crash Test Results
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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
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: 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: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: 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: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 7
Configuration: 2+3+2
Seating
Capacity: 8
Configuration: 2+3+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 3
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
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Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 10000
Distance (miles): 6214
Period (Months): 12
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