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Lamborghini Urus vs MG ZS
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2023 Lamborghini Urus - Base
4.0L, 8-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, 4x4
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Overview
Variant
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Variant
Vibe
Body type
SUV
Body type
SUV
Engine size
4.0 L
Engine size
1.5 L
Drive type
4x4
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
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Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.7 / 100 km
Power and torque
490kW / 850Nm
Power and torque
81kW / 140Nm
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821km
Warranty
3 years
Warranty
10 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Fuel type
Premium 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
Suspension: yes
Driver Modes
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Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Rear
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Wheel Position: yes
Memorised Adjustment
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Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Mirrorlink: yes
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: Satellite View
Screen Size (in): 12.30
Traffic Info: yes
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 0
Screen Size (in): 10.25
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Parking Assistance
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Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Find My Car: yes
Geo Fencing: yes
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Tow Away Alert: yes
Remote Services
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Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
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Telematics
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Telematics
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USB Charging Port
Location: Front
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 3
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 2
Compressor
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Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: Eu6 D
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 134
CO2 Level (Combined): 157
CO2 Level (Urban): 199
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 86.0
Engine (cc): 3996
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 4.0
Number of Cylinders: 8
Stroke Engine: 86.0
Engine
Engine (cc): 1495
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
WLTP Emissions
ICE (Combined): 320.0
ICE Testing Type: ICE
WLTP Emissions
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Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 19.8
Main Capacity (L): 75
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 16.5
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 14.5
Main Capacity (L): 55
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 12.1
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): 10.10
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Dashboard Centre 2
Dashboard Centre 2 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 2 Screen Size (in): 8.60
Dashboard Centre 2 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Roller Control: yes
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
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): 3.50
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Windscreen
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
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Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Fuel Consumption
WLTP ICE Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 532
WLTP ICE Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 331
WLTP ICE Combined (km/L): 7.1
WLTP ICE Combined (L/100km): 14.1
WLTP ICE Combined (miles per UK gallon): 20
WLTP ICE Combined (mpg): 17
WLTP ICE Standard: Wltp Ice
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 821
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 510
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 14.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 42
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 35
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 17.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 50
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 41
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 11.8
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 8.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 33
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 28
WLTP ICE Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 821
WLTP ICE Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 510
WLTP ICE Combined (km/L): 14.9
WLTP ICE Combined (L/100km): 6.7
WLTP ICE Combined (miles per UK gallon): 42
WLTP ICE Combined (mpg): 35
WLTP ICE Standard: Wltp Ice
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 3.5
Maximum Speed (km/h): 305
Maximum Speed (mph): 190
Performance
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Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 666
Maximum Power (kW): 490
Maximum Torque (Nm): 850
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2300
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 110
Maximum Power (kW): 81
Maximum Torque (Nm): 140
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Fuel Economy
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Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.7
Active Differential
Location: Rear
Active Differential
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Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Centre
Limited Slip Differential
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Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Continuously Variable With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
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
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
Electric Adjustment: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Responsive Suspension
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Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: air
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: air
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Wishbone
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
Suspension Levelling
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Suspension Levelling
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Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 113
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Performance Tires: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 285
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 115
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Performance Tires: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 315
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 21
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 21
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 10.5
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 20.3
Departure Angle: 26.8
Ramp Angles
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Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 56.4
Rear Seat Down (L): 1596
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 21.8
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 616
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 51.5
Rear Seat Down (L): 1457
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 15.6
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 443
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11800
Front Track (in): 66.7
Front Track (mm): 1695
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 9.8
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 248
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 38.7
Overall Height (in): 64.5
Overall Height (mm): 1638
Overall Length (in): 201.3
Overall Length (mm): 5112
Overall Width (in): 79.4
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 85.9
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2181
Overall Width (mm): 2016
Rear Track (in): 67.3
Rear Track (mm): 1710
Wheelbase (in): 118.2
Wheelbase (mm): 3003
External Dimensions
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.3
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 161
Overall Height (in): 64.4
Overall Height (mm): 1635
Overall Length (in): 174.4
Overall Length (mm): 4430
Overall Width (in): 71.6
Overall Width (mm): 1818
Wheelbase (in): 102.8
Wheelbase (mm): 2610
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: Mlb Evo
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
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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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: 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: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Paint
Type: Metallic
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Auto-Dimming Passenger Door Mirrors: yes
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: 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
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
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Windshield Wipers
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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): 2197
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4844
Tare Weight (kg): 2148
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 1102
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 500
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1102
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1745
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3847
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1295
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2855
Tare Weight (kg): 1266
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 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: 8
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy
Doors: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
Doors: Synthetic Leather
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
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 Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Integrated: yes
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
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
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
Highway Assist: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Sign Response: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Airbags
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Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Overtaking Sensor
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Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Includes Collision Avoidance: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Crash Test Results
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Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20171207
ANCAP Overall: 4.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 69.8
ANCAP Rating Year: 2017
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.5 Litre Petrol Zs Core
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Memory
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Memory
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
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: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
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
Location: Rear Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Rear Control For Climate Control: yes
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
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
Cargo Area
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Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Service
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Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 10000
Distance (miles): 6214
Period (Months): 12
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