Derek Fung
Lexus cancels electric IS replacement
Lexus has ended development of an IS-sized EV, leaving it without a competitor for the BMW i3 and Mercedes-Benz C-Class EQ.
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Overview
Variant
Luxury Enhancement Pack
Variant
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Body type
Sedan
Body type
Sedan
Engine size
2.0 L
Engine size
3.0 L
Drive type
Rear
Drive type
4x4
Fuel efficiency (combined)
8.2 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.6 / 100 km
Power and torque
180kW / 350Nm
Power and torque
210kW / 600Nm
805km
1242km
Warranty
4 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
4
Doors
4
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Fuel type
Diesel
Safety rating
5.00 Stars
Safety rating
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Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Suspension: yes
Transmission: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Bluetooth
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Entertainment Display Screen
Front DVD: yes
Location: Front
Front Screen Size (in): 10.3
Front Touch Screen: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Back of Rear Seats Multi-Touch Screen: yes
Back of Rear Seats: Back Of Rear Seats
Back of Rear Seats Screen Size (in): 10.10
Front Digital Television: yes
Location: Front
Media Control
Touch Pad: yes
Touch Screen: yes
Media Control
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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
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
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Virtual Assistant: Other
Voice Activating System
AI-Powered: yes
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 10.3
Traffic Info: yes
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: Satellite View
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 36
Screen Size (in): 12.30
Traffic Info: yes
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: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor & Camera
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Breakdown Assistance: yes
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
Automatic Door Closing
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Automatic Door Closing
Rear Boot Hatch: yes
Side Doors: yes
Memorised Adjustment
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Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Wheel Position: yes
Over Air Updates
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Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Remote Services
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Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Find My Car: yes
Geo Fencing: yes
Months Subscription Included: 120
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Speed Alert: yes
USB Charging Port
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USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 48
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 147
CO2 Level (Combined): 191
CO2 Level (Urban): 268
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 175
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Bore Engine: 86.0
Engine (cc): 1998
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: 8ar-Fts
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 86.0
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Engine
Engine (cc): 2967
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: Ddvc
Engine (L): 3.0
Number of Cylinders: 6
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Gasoline Direct Injection & Multi-Point
Fuel System
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Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 17.4
Main Capacity (L): 66
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 14.5
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.7
Main Capacity (L): 82
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 18.0
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): 10.3
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 4.2
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
Instrument Cluster
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Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Windscreen
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 805
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 500
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 12.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 8.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 34
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 29
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 15.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.3
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 45
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 37
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 8.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 11.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 25
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 20
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1242
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 772
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): 18.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 51
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 43
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 15.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 6.6
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 43
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 36
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 7.1
Maximum Speed (km/h): 230
Maximum Speed (mph): 143
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 5.9
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 245
Maximum Power (kW): 180
Maximum Torque (Nm): 350
Measurement Standard: DIN
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5800
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1650
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 286
Maximum Power (kW): 210
Maximum Torque (Nm): 600
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3750
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1250
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 8.2
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.6
Secondary Power
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Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 286
Maximum Power (kW): 210
Maximum Torque (Nm): 600
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3750
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1250
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Transmission
Code: Aa81e
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: Automatic With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Limited Slip Differential
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Limited Slip Differential
Location: Centre
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: 4
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Type: Electric
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Touch Controls: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
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: air
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Multi-Link
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: air
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Responsive Suspension
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Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Suspension Levelling
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Suspension Levelling
Location: Front
Front Operation: Automatic
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Automatic
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 94
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 94
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 21
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 104
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Official Brochure Tire Size: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 265
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 21
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 104
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Official Brochure Tire Size: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 265
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 20
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: S
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: MLB
Wheelbase Type: Short
Black Trim
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Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 17.0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 480
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 17.8
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 505
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10400
Front Track (in): 62.2
Front Track (mm): 1580
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 140
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.1
Overall Height (in): 56.5
Overall Height (mm): 1435
Overall Length (in): 185.4
Overall Length (mm): 4710
Overall Width (in): 72.4
Overall Width (mm): 1840
Rear Track (in): 62.0
Rear Track (mm): 1575
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 36.7
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11200
Wheelbase (in): 110.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2800
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 64.7
Front Track (mm): 1644
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 4.9
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 124
Overall Height (in): 58.0
Overall Height (mm): 1473
Overall Length (in): 203.6
Overall Length (mm): 5172
Overall Width (in): 76.6
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 83.9
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2130
Overall Width (mm): 1945
Rear Track (in): 64.3
Rear Track (mm): 1633
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 41.0
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 12500
Wheelbase (in): 118.0
Wheelbase (mm): 2998
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.2
Front Headroom (mm): 970
Rear Headroom (in): 36.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 935
Front Hip Room (in): 54.3
Front Hip Room (mm): 1380
Rear Hip Room (in): 54.1
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1373
Front Leg Room (in): 44.8
Front Leg Room (mm): 1138
Rear Leg Room (in): 32.2
Rear Leg Room (mm): 818
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.9
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1421
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 53.4
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1357
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 41.3
Front Headroom (mm): 1048
Rear Headroom (in): 38.7
Rear Headroom (mm): 983
Front Hip Room (in): 62.2
Front Hip Room (mm): 1581
Rear Hip Room (in): 61.1
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1553
Front Shoulder Room (in): 59.1
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1502
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 57.6
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1462
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
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
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: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlight Control
Active High Beam: yes
Digital Matrix: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Fog Light Function: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Paint
External Colour: Silver
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Pearl
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Remote
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Remote
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
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Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Synthetic Suede
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
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
Auto-Dimming Passenger Door Mirrors: yes
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
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
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
Auto-Dimming Passenger Door Mirrors: yes
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 Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
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
Auto Dimming: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Privacy Glass
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Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Blind
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Blind
Location: Rear
Location: Side
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
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2130
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4696
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1660
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3660
Tare Weight (kg): 1618
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 0
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2300
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 5071
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2690
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5930
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (kg): 2095
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (lb): 4619
Kerb Weight Includes Driver: yes
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2095
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4619
Tare Weight (kg): 2034
Audio System
Audio Player Reads MP3: yes
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
In-Dash DVD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Power (W): 730
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
USB (Rear): yes
HDMI Connection (Rear): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 2
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted & Rear
Speakers
Brand: Pioneer
Number of Speakers: 10
Subwoofer: yes
Speakers
Brand: Bang & Olufsen
Number of Speakers: 17
Subwoofer: yes
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Piano Black
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Leather
Doors: Wood & Leather
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Wood & Leather
Door Sill Protector
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Door Sill Protector
Illuminated: yes
Heated Door Panels
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Heated Door Panels
Location: Front
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 10
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 9
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 Electric Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Fore Aft Adjustment: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
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
Location: Rear
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Jam Assist: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor & Camera
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20160101
ANCAP Overall: 5.00
ANCAP Pedestrian: Acceptable
ANCAP Rating Year: 2016
ANCAP Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Good
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Crash Test Results
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Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor & Camera
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 4
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Active Massage: yes
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: 11
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Driver Front Seat Ventilated: yes
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: 11
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Premium Leather
Main Seat Material: Premium Leather
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
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 4
Rear Control For Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Individual Rear Location: Individual Rear
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Heater Type: Combustion
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Hybrid And Electric Systems
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Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Bisg Belt Integrated Starter Gen
Motor 1 Number: 1
Electric Power Source
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Battery Voltage: 48.0
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 0.50
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Mild Hybrid
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