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Mclaren 600LT vs BMW M2
Comparing 2 of 3 vehicles
2019 Mclaren 600LT - Base
3.8L, 7-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD
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Overview
Variant
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Variant
M2 Competition
Body type
Coupe
Body type
Coupe
Engine size
3.8 L
Engine size
3.0 L
Drive type
Rear
Drive type
Rear
Fuel efficiency (combined)
12.2 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
9.9 / 100 km
Power and torque
441kW / 620Nm
Power and torque
302kW / 550Nm
590km
525km
Warranty
3 years
Warranty
3 years
Doors
2
Doors
2
Seats
2
Seats
4
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
—
Safety rating
—
Specifications
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Stability Control: yes
Suspension: yes
Traction Control: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Stability Control: yes
Steering: yes
Traction Control: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Media Control
Touch Screen: yes
Media Control
Touch Pad: yes
Touch Screen: yes
Wheel: yes
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
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 7.0
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 8.8
Traffic Info: yes
Traffic Info Months of Subscription: 36
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
Type: Automatic
Ashtray
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Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Cigar Lighter
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Cigar Lighter
Illuminated Front Seat Lighter: yes
Location: Front Seats
Entertainment Display Screen
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Entertainment Display Screen
Front DVD: yes
Location: Front
Front Screen Size (in): 8.8
Front Touch Screen: yes
Memorised Adjustment
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Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Mobile Integration
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Mobile Integration
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
Voice Activating System
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Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Virtual Assistant: Other
Parking Assistance
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
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Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Remote HVAC Control
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Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Heating: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Timer: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Remote Services
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Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Find My Car: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Telematics
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Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Breakdown Assistance: yes
Concierge Months Included: 36
Concierge Service: yes
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
USB Charging Port
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USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 1
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 2
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 2
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 266
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 178
CO2 Level (Combined): 226
CO2 Level (Urban): 308
Standard Met: EU6
Energy Recuperation
Engine: yes
Energy Recuperation
Engine: yes
Engine
Bore Engine: 93.0
Engine (cc): 3799
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: M838te
Engine (L): 3.8
Number of Cylinders: 8
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 69.9
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Engine
Bore Engine: 84.0
Engine (cc): 2979
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 3.0
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 89.6
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 98
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 19.0
Main Capacity (L): 72
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 15.8
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 13.7
Main Capacity (L): 52
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 11.4
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 7.0
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.8
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Instrument Cluster
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
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 590
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 367
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 8.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 12.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 23
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 19
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 525
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 326
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 10.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 9.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 29
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 24
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 2.9
Maximum Speed (km/h): 328
Maximum Speed (mph): 204
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 4.4
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 600
Maximum Power (kW): 441
Maximum Torque (Nm): 620
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 7500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 5500
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 411
Maximum Power (kW): 302
Maximum Torque (Nm): 550
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5250
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2350
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 12.2
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 9.9
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Transmission
Automatic Mode: yes
Code: SSG
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Manual
Transmission
Code: K
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Limited Slip Differential
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Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Mechanical
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
Painted Calipers: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Responsive Suspension
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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: 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 Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 285
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 19
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 93
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 19
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 98
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 35
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): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 11.0
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 19
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 10.0
Body Style
Body Type: Coupe
Local Body Type: Coupe
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Coupe
Local Body Type: Coupe
Platform Code: F20
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Boot/Hatch
Spoiler
Location: Boot/Hatch
Black Trim
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Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Exhaust Pipe: yes
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 5.3
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 150
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: ISO
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 13.8
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 390
External Dimensions
Overall Height (in): 47.3
Overall Height (mm): 1202
Overall Length (in): 178.3
Overall Length (mm): 4530
Overall Width (in): 82.5
Overall Width (mm): 2095
Wheelbase (in): 105.1
Wheelbase (mm): 2670
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 62.2
Front Track (mm): 1579
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 4.8
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 123
Overall Height (in): 55.5
Overall Height (mm): 1410
Overall Length (in): 175.6
Overall Length (mm): 4461
Overall Width (in): 73.0
Overall Width (mm): 1854
Rear Track (in): 63.0
Rear Track (mm): 1601
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 38.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11700
Wheelbase (in): 106.0
Wheelbase (mm): 2693
Internal Dimensions
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Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.1
Front Headroom (mm): 1018
Rear Headroom (in): 36.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 927
Front Hip Room (in): 56.5
Front Hip Room (mm): 1436
Rear Hip Room (in): 55.2
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1403
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.4
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1383
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 53.4
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1357
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Scissor Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Scissor Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
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: Ellipsoidal
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
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlight Control
Active High Beam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Paint
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: Black
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/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
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
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Windshield Wipers
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Privacy Glass
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Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Rear View Mirror Camera
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Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
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): 1356
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2989
Tare Weight (kg): 1310
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): 2010
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4431
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (kg): 1625
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (lb): 3583
Kerb Weight Includes Driver: yes
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1625
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3583
Tare Weight (kg): 1594
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
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
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Speakers
Brand: Harman/Kardon
Number of Speakers: 12
Subwoofer: yes
Remote Audio Controls
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Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
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 Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Knee Airbags
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Side Airbag
Front Head Protection: yes
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Rear Seat Belts
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Rear Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Curtain Airbag
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Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Autonomous Drive
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Autonomous Drive
City: yes
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Front Seat
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Type: Racing
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Type: Racing
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 Thigh Support Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Seating
Capacity: 4
Configuration: 2+2
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Heater Type: Combustion
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Heater Type: Combustion
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Includes Sunroof: yes
Operation: Card Key
Anti-Theft Protection
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Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Roof
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Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Interior Trim
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Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Carbon Fibre
Doors: Carbon Fibre
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Handbrake Grip: Leather
Instrument Panel: Carbon Fibre
Service
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Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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