Damion Smy
Kia Sorento hybrid expansion won’t spell diesel SUV doomsday
The Korean brand says its recent expansion of hybrid offerings won't come at the expense of diesel SUV models in its local lineup.
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Overview
Variant
S
Variant
Sport
Body type
SUV
Body type
SUV
Engine size
3.5 L
Engine size
2.5 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
9.8 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
8.4 / 100 km
Power and torque
200kW / 332Nm
Power and torque
170kW / 420Nm
684km
691km
Warranty
7 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
7
Seats
7
Fuel type
Unleaded
Fuel type
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
Steering: yes
Transmission: yes
Driver Modes
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Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Rear
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
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
Other Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Over Air Updates
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Assistance
—
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Remote Services
Driving History Analysis: yes
Find My Car: yes
Geo Fencing: yes
Immobilisation: yes
Location Sharing: yes
Months Subscription Included: 84
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Remote Seat Heating Control: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Speed Alert: yes
Theft Alert: 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
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Breakdown Assistance: yes
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
Telematics
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USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 3
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Bluetooth
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Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Media Control
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Media Control
Touch Screen: yes
Wheel: yes
Voice Activating System
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Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Navigational Systems
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Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 7.00
Traffic Info Months of Subscription: 0
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 163
CO2 Level (Combined): 222
CO2 Level (Urban): 325
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 161
CO2 Level (Combined): 197
CO2 Level (Urban): 259
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Engine (cc): 3470
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 3.5
Number of Cylinders: 6
Engine
Bore Engine: 89.0
Engine (cc): 2488
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: MZI
Engine (L): 2.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 100.0
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Compressor
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Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Energy Recuperation
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Energy Recuperation
Engine: yes
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: 17.7
Main Capacity (L): 67
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 14.7
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 19.0
Main Capacity (L): 72
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 15.8
Main Type: Total
Fuel System
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Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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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): 4.00
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): 7.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Instrument Cluster
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Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Windscreen
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 684
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 425
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 10.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 9.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 29
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 24
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 14.1
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.1
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 40
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 33
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 7.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 14.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 20
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 16
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 691
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 429
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 11.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 8.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 34
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 28
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 14.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 41
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 34
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 9.1
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 11.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 26
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 21
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 272
Maximum Power (kW): 200
Maximum Torque (Nm): 332
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6300
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 5000
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 231
Maximum Power (kW): 170
Maximum Torque (Nm): 420
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2000
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 9.8
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 8.4
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
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
Variable Rack: yes
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: 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 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: 104
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
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: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 108
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: All Seasons
Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 108
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: All Seasons
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
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
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 16.8
Departure Angle: 21.3
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 16.0
Departure Angle: 21.1
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 70.5
Rear Seat Down (L): 1996
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 6.3
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 179
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 58.0
Rear Seat Down (L): 1641
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 8.1
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 230
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11600
Front Track (in): 65.0
Front Track (mm): 1651
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.9
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 176
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 38.1
Overall Height (in): 66.9
Overall Height (mm): 1700
Overall Length (in): 189.6
Overall Length (mm): 4815
Overall Width (in): 74.8
Overall Width (mm): 1900
Rear Track (in): 65.4
Rear Track (mm): 1661
Wheelbase (in): 110.8
Wheelbase (mm): 2815
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11800
Front Track (in): 65.5
Front Track (mm): 1663
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 8.7
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 222
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 38.7
Overall Height (in): 68.8
Overall Height (mm): 1747
Overall Length (in): 199.8
Overall Length (mm): 5075
Overall Width (in): 77.5
Overall Width (mm): 1969
Rear Track (in): 65.5
Rear Track (mm): 1663
Wheelbase (in): 115.4
Wheelbase (mm): 2930
Internal Dimensions
3rd Row Headroom (in): 36.8
3rd Row Headroom (mm): 935
Front Headroom (in): 40.3
Front Headroom (mm): 1024
Rear Headroom (in): 39.1
Rear Headroom (mm): 994
3rd Row Hip Room (in): 42.5
3rd Row Hip Room (mm): 1080
Front Hip Room (in): 55.6
Front Hip Room (mm): 1411
Rear Hip Room (in): 55.1
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1399
3rd Row Leg Room (in): 29.6
3rd Row Leg Room (mm): 752
Front Leg Room (in): 41.4
Front Leg Room (mm): 1052
Rear Leg Room (in): 40.7
Rear Leg Room (mm): 1034
3rd Row Shoulder Room (in): 53.0
3rd Row Shoulder Room (mm): 1345
Front Shoulder Room (in): 59.1
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1500
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 58.1
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1475
Internal Dimensions
3rd Row Headroom (in): 35.4
3rd Row Headroom (mm): 899
Front Headroom (in): 39.3
Front Headroom (mm): 998
Rear Headroom (in): 38.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 978
3rd Row Hip Room (in): 40.2
3rd Row Hip Room (mm): 1020
Front Hip Room (in): 56.7
Front Hip Room (mm): 1439
Rear Hip Room (in): 57.4
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1457
3rd Row Leg Room (in): 29.7
3rd Row Leg Room (mm): 755
Front Leg Room (in): 41.0
Front Leg Room (mm): 1041
Rear Leg Room (in): 39.4
Rear Leg Room (mm): 1001
3rd Row Shoulder Room (in): 53.1
3rd Row Shoulder Room (mm): 1350
Front Shoulder Room (in): 58.0
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1472
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 58.1
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1476
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: Hyundai N3
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: Skyactiv-C+
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: Complex Surface
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: Gray
Type: Mica
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
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
Rear View Mirror Camera
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Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4409
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2600
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5732
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1898
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4184
Tare Weight (kg): 1855
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 200
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4409
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2505
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5523
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1881
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4147
Tare Weight (kg): 1835
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 150
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Audio Player Reads MP3: yes
Colour Screen: yes
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: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
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: 7
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Cargo Area
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Luxury Trim
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Titanium Look
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
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 Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: 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
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
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
Third Row Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Third Row Seat Belts
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
Traffic Sign Response Activation: Auto
Traffic Sign Response City: yes
Traffic Sign Response Off Highway: yes
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Maximum Speed For Operation (km/h): 180
Maximum Speed For Operation (mph): 112
Overtaking Sensor
Includes Collision Avoidance: yes
Steering Vibration: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Buzzer: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 82.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 85.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20200101
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 63.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20261231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2020
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 89.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.6 Litre T-Gdi Hev
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20160705
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian: Good
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 81.4
ANCAP Rating Year: 2016
ANCAP Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Good
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 2.5 Touring
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 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 Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
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: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 7
Configuration: 2+3+2
Seating
Capacity: 7
Configuration: 2+3+2
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
Rear Control For Climate Control: yes
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Engine Heater: yes
Heater Type: Combustion
Secondary Ventilation Controls
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Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
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
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