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Overview
Variant
S
Variant
AX7
Body type
SUV
Body type
SUV
Engine size
2.0 L
Engine size
2.0 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.9 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
8.3 / 100 km
Power and torque
110kW / 180Nm
Power and torque
149kW / 380Nm
725km
720km
Warranty
7 years
Warranty
7 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
7
Fuel type
Unleaded
Fuel type
Unleaded
Safety rating
5 Stars
Safety rating
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Specifications
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 130
CO2 Level (Combined): 157
CO2 Level (Urban): 205
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 198
Engine
Engine (cc): 1999
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Engine
Engine (cc): 1997
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Compressor
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Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
WLTP Emissions
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WLTP Emissions
ICE Testing Type: ICE
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 Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 13.2
Main Capacity (L): 50
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 11.0
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 15.9
Main Capacity (L): 60
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 13.2
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): 8.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 4.20
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): 10.25
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 10.25
Instrument Cluster
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Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 725
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 450
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): 17.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.6
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 50
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 42
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
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 720
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 447
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 12.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 8.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 34
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 28
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
WLTP ICE Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 720
WLTP ICE Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 447
WLTP ICE Combined (km/L): 12.0
WLTP ICE Combined (L/100km): 8.3
WLTP ICE Combined (miles per UK gallon): 34
WLTP ICE Combined (mpg): 28
WLTP ICE Standard: Wltp Ice
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 150
Maximum Power (kW): 110
Maximum Torque (Nm): 180
Measurement Standard: SAE
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6200
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4500
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 203
Maximum Power (kW): 149
Maximum Torque (Nm): 380
Measurement Standard: SAE
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1750
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.9
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 8.3
Performance
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Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 10.0
Maximum Speed (km/h): 191
Maximum Speed (mph): 119
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Description: Continuously Variable
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: Variable
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Code: 6f45
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: 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: 2
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: Plastic
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Type: Leather Covered
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 Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: 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: 104
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 104
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: 235
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
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
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: W601
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 50.4
Rear Seat Down (L): 1428
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 16.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 468
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10600
Front Track (in): 62.0
Front Track (mm): 1575
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 7.0
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 177
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.8
Overall Height (in): 64.2
Overall Height (mm): 1630
Overall Length (in): 172.6
Overall Length (mm): 4385
Overall Width (in): 70.9
Overall Width (mm): 1800
Rear Track (in): 62.4
Rear Track (mm): 1584
Wheelbase (in): 103.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2630
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11500
Front Track (in): 64.2
Front Track (mm): 1630
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 9.0
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 229
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 37.7
Overall Height (in): 69.1
Overall Height (mm): 1755
Overall Length (in): 184.8
Overall Length (mm): 4695
Overall Width (in): 74.4
Overall Width (mm): 1890
Rear Track (in): 64.2
Rear Track (mm): 1630
Wheelbase (in): 108.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2750
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.0
Front Headroom (mm): 1017
Rear Headroom (in): 38.4
Rear Headroom (mm): 975
Front Leg Room (in): 41.4
Front Leg Room (mm): 1051
Rear Leg Room (in): 38.0
Rear Leg Room (mm): 965
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.5
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1409
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 54.9
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1395
Internal Dimensions
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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
Exterior Door Handles
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Exterior Door Handles
Flush Handles: Manual
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
LED Lights
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LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: red
Type: Metallic
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
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
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1100
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2425
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 600
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1323
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1835
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4046
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1405
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3098
Tare Weight (kg): 1375
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 130
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3307
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2357
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5196
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1829
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4032
Tare Weight (kg): 1792
Audio System
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
Number of Speakers: 6
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Cargo Area
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Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
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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 Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 1
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 1
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 1
Cruise Control
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Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Voice Activating System
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Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Alexa
Navigational Systems
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Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: Unlimited
Screen Size (in): 10.25
Traffic Info: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
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Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Luxury Trim
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Alloy Look
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
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 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 Active: yes
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 Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
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: All Three Rows
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Includes Collision Avoidance: 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
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 85.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 83.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20191201
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 61.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20251231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2019
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 70.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 2.0 S/Sport Safety Pack
Crash Test Results
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Third Row Seat Belts
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Third Row Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Autonomous Drive
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Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
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: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 3
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Rear Passenger Control: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
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: Synthetic Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Seating
Capacity: 7
Configuration: 2+3+2
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
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Secondary Ventilation Controls
3rd Row Location: 3rd Row
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
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
Roof
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Glass Roof
Sunshade Type: Electric
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
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