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2020 Citroen C3 Aircross - Shine
1.2L, 6-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD
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Overview
Variant
Design
Variant
Shine
Body type
SUV
Body type
SUV
Engine size
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Engine size
1.2 L
Drive type
Rear
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
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Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.6 / 100 km
Power and torque
160kW / 320Nm
Power and torque
81kW / 205Nm
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682km
Warranty
7 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Electric
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
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Safety rating
—
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Cruise Control
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Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Driver Modes
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Illuminated Entry System
Logo Projection: yes
Illuminated Entry System
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Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Automatic Door Closing
Rear Boot Hatch: yes
Automatic Door Closing
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Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Memorised Adjustment
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Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: Full Map And Voice
Screen Size (in): 14.60
Traffic Info: yes
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: Full Map And Voice
Screen Size (in): 7.0
Traffic Info: yes
Parking Assistance
Rear Automatic Braking Whilst: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Auto Park & Perpendicular & Exit
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Remote Battery Management
Includes Battery Status Checking: yes
Remote Battery Management
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Remote HVAC Control
Includes Key: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Remote HVAC Control
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Remote Services
Remote Lock Unlock: 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 Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Location: Rear
USB Charging Port
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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
Mobile Integration
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Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Mirrorlink: yes
Voice Activating System
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Voice Activating System
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 0
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 149
Standard Met: EU6
Energy Recuperation
Level Selection: yes
Energy Recuperation
Engine: yes
WLTP Emissions
BEV (Combined): 0.0
BEV Testing Type: BEV
WLTP Emissions
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Compressor
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Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Engine
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Engine
Bore Engine: 75.0
Engine (cc): 1199
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.2
Number of Cylinders: 3
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 90.5
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
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Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Gasoline Direct Injection & Multi-Point
Fuel Tanks
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Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 11.9
Main Capacity (L): 45
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 9.9
Main Type: Total
Charging Information
Mode 2 Scenario: Mode 2
Mode 2 State of Charge Ends At (%): 80
Mode 2 State of Charge Starts At (%): 30
Mode 3 Duration: 6.10
Mode 3 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 6.60
Mode 3 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 6.60
Mode 3 Scenario: Mode 3
Mode 3 State of Charge Ends At (%): 80
Mode 3 State of Charge Starts At (%): 30
Mode 3 Voltage: 220
Mode 4 Duration: 0.50
Mode 4 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 84.00
Mode 4 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 84.00
Mode 4 Scenario: Mode 4
Mode 4 State of Charge Ends At (%): 80
Mode 4 State of Charge Starts At (%): 30
Mode 4 Voltage: 380
Electric Driven Wheels
Electric Driven Wheels: Rear
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 320
Motor 1 Location: Front
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 217.6
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 160.0
Electric Power Source
Battery Type: Lithium Iron Phosphate
Battery Voltage: 332.8
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Number of kWh Included: 0
Onboard Charger: 6.6
Range (km): 420.00
Range (miles): 260.98
Useable Battery (kWh): 69.90
Charging Connector
CCS (Combo) Type: Ccs (Combo)
Type 2 (Mennekes) Type: Type 2 (Mennekes)
Hybrid And Electric Systems
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Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 7.5
Max Speed On Electric Power Only (km/h): 170
Maximum Speed (km/h): 170
Maximum Speed (mph): 106
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 11.8
Maximum Speed (km/h): 183
Maximum Speed (mph): 114
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 218
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 218
Maximum Power (kW): 160
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 160
Maximum Torque (Nm): 320
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 320
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 110
Maximum Power (kW): 81
Maximum Torque (Nm): 205
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Fuel Consumption
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Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 682
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 424
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 15.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 43
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 36
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 19.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 54
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 45
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 Economy
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Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.6
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Description: Automatic
Number of Speeds: 1
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
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Heated: yes
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 & Piano Black
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 Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 245
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 84
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 84
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 20
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 17.0
Departure Angle: 23.0
Ramp Angles
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Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 1.8
Frunk Capacity (L): 52
Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 49.8
Rear Seat Down (L): 1410
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 20.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 581
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 45.5
Rear Seat Down (L): 1289
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 14.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 410
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 64.0
Front Track (mm): 1625
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 7.1
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 180
Overall Height (in): 66.1
Overall Height (mm): 1680
Overall Length (in): 186.6
Overall Length (mm): 4739
Overall Width (in): 74.8
Overall Width (mm): 1900
Rear Track (in): 63.8
Rear Track (mm): 1620
Wheelbase (in): 111.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2825
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10800
Front Track (in): 59.6
Front Track (mm): 1513
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 35.4
Overall Height (in): 64.4
Overall Height (mm): 1637
Overall Length (in): 163.6
Overall Length (mm): 4155
Overall Width (in): 69.1
Overall Width (mm): 1756
Rear Track (in): 58.7
Rear Track (mm): 1491
Wheelbase (in): 102.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2604
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.7
Front Headroom (mm): 1009
Rear Headroom (in): 40.0
Rear Headroom (mm): 1015
Front Leg Room (in): 36.9
Front Leg Room (mm): 937
Rear Leg Room (in): 37.4
Rear Leg Room (mm): 951
Internal Dimensions
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Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: PF1
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
Exterior Door Handles
Flush Handles: Manual
Exterior Door Handles
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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: Complex Surface
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Paint
External Colour: Gray
Type: Metallic
Paint
External Colour: Blue
Two Tone: yes
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
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: Toned
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
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
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Windshield Wipers
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1980
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4365
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 840
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 1852
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1805
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3979
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1161
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2560
Tare Weight (kg): 1120
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
External Connections
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
3D Enhancement: yes
Number of Speakers: 12
Subwoofer: yes
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 14.60
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Roller Control: yes
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 10.25
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 7.0
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Panel
Computer
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Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
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 Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: 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
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
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
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Jam Assist: yes
Autonomous Drive
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Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
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Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: 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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Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 3
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Driver Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
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
Passenger Front Seat Ventilated: yes
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: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic 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
Storage
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Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Secondary Ventilation Controls
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Ventilation System
Heat Pump: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Heater Type: Combustion
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Cargo Area
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Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Interior Trim
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Luxury Trim
Gear Selector: Leather
Service
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Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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