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Josh Nevett
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Overview
Variant
ELX
Variant
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Body type
SUV
Body type
SUV
Engine size
1.6 L
Engine size
1.6 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.6 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.0 / 100 km
Power and torque
94kW / 160Nm
Power and torque
90kW / 151Nm
618km
643km
Warranty
7 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Unleaded
Fuel type
Unleaded
Safety rating
4.00 Stars
Safety rating
4 Stars
Specifications
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Bluetooth
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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
Other 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
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Camera
Smart Card/Smart Key
Type: Manual
Smart Card/Smart Key
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Parking Assistance
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
USB Charging Port
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USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 176
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 132
CO2 Level (Combined): 160
CO2 Level (Urban): 208
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 76.0
Engine (cc): 1597
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: E-Xgi160
Engine (L): 1.6
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 88.0
Engine
Bore Engine: 77.0
Engine (cc): 1591
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Gamma
Engine (L): 1.6
Number of Cylinders: 4
Stroke Engine: 85.4
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel System
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Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 12.4
Main Capacity (L): 47
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 10.3
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
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 7.0
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Instrument Cluster 1 Control Type: Wheel
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
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): 4.20
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Instrument Cluster
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Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 618
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 384
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 13.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 37
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 31
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 16.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.0
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 47
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 39
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 9.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 10.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 27
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 23
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 643
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 400
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 14.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 40
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): 10.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 9.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 31
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 26
Performance
Maximum Speed (km/h): 172
Maximum Speed (mph): 107
Performance
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Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 128
Maximum Power (kW): 94
Maximum Torque (Nm): 160
Measurement Standard: SAE
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4600
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 122
Maximum Power (kW): 90
Maximum Torque (Nm): 151
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6300
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4850
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.6
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.0
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
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
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
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
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: 92
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 92
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 88
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: 88
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): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 20.0
Departure Angle: 20.8
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 21.3
Departure Angle: 32.0
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: ISO
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 25.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 720
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 12.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 355
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10600
Front Track (in): 61.2
Front Track (mm): 1555
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.6
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 167
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.8
Overall Height (in): 64.4
Overall Height (mm): 1635
Overall Length (in): 174.8
Overall Length (mm): 4440
Overall Width (in): 70.7
Overall Width (mm): 1795
Rear Track (in): 61.2
Rear Track (mm): 1555
Wheelbase (in): 102.4
Wheelbase (mm): 2600
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10200
Front Track (in): 61.2
Front Track (mm): 1555
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.7
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 170
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 33.5
Overall Height (in): 62.7
Overall Height (mm): 1592
Overall Length (in): 159.1
Overall Length (mm): 4040
Overall Width (in): 69.7
Overall Width (mm): 1770
Rear Track (in): 61.6
Rear Track (mm): 1565
Wheelbase (in): 99.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2520
Internal Dimensions
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Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.4
Front Headroom (mm): 1000
Rear Headroom (in): 38.6
Rear Headroom (mm): 980
3rd Row Leg Room (in): 34.3
3rd Row Leg Room (mm): 870
Rear Leg Room (in): 41.3
Rear Leg Room (mm): 1050
Front Shoulder Room (in): 53.9
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1370
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 53.7
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1365
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: X100
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Spoiler
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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: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Xenon
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: Rear Lights
LED Lights
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Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Paint
External Colour: Black
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
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: Variable
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
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Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2205
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 500
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1102
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1870
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4123
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1306
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2879
Tare Weight (kg): 1278
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1100
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2425
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 500
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1102
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1670
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3682
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1215
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2679
Tare Weight (kg): 1174
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 50
Audio System
Audio Player Reads MP3: yes
Colour Screen: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
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
Number of Speakers: 4
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Alloy Look
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Interior Trim
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Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
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 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
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: Front And Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20160101
ANCAP Overall: 4.00
ANCAP Pedestrian: Good
ANCAP Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Marginal
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Ssangyong Tivoli Lhd 1.6l Diesel
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 91.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 81.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20190101
ANCAP Overall: 4.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 62.0
ANCAP Rating Year: 2019
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 62.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.6 Mpi
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
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
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
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
Storage
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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
Digital Display: yes
Heater Type: Combustion
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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