Mclaren 720S vs BMW 8 Series
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2019 Mclaren 720S - Base
4.0L, 7-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD
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1998 BMW 8 Series - 840ci
4.4L, 5-speed auto, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD
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Overview
Variant
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Variant
840ci
Body type
Coupe
Body type
Coupe
Engine size
4.0 L
Engine size
4.4 L
Drive type
Rear
Drive type
Rear
Fuel efficiency (combined)
11.0 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
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Power and torque
530kW / 770Nm
Power and torque
210kW / 420Nm
655km
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Warranty
3 years
Warranty
2 years
Doors
2
Doors
2
Seats
2
Seats
4
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
—
Safety rating
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Specifications
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Stability Control: yes
Suspension: yes
Traction Control: yes
Driver Modes
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Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
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Automatic Door Closing
Side Doors: yes
Automatic Door Closing
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Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Bluetooth
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Media Control
Touch Screen: yes
Media Control
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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
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Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 8.0
Navigational Systems
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Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
Smart Card/Smart Key
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USB Charging Port
Location: Front
USB Charging Port
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Ashtray
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Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Cigar Lighter
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Cigar Lighter
Illuminated Front Seat Lighter: yes
Location: Front Seats
Courtesy Lights
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Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Number of Door Switches: 2
Memorised Adjustment
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Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 3
Adjustment Settings: 3
Wheel Position: yes
Reading Lights
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Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 2
Compressor
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Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
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Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 249
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: Adr 79/01
Energy Recuperation
Engine: yes
Energy Recuperation
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Engine
Engine (cc): 3994
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: M480t
Engine (L): 4.0
Number of Cylinders: 8
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Engine
Bore Engine: 92
Engine (cc): 4398
Compression Ratio: 10
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 4.4
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 8
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Engine Orientation: Longitudinal
Stroke Engine: 82.7
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Catalytic Converter
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Catalytic Converter
Type: 3-Way
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
Other Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel System
Ignition Type: Full Management Control System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 19.0
Main Capacity (L): 72
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 15.8
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Capacity Gal: 23.8
Capacity (L): 90
Additional Fuel Types
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Additional Fuel Types
Fuel Types: Unleaded
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
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 Size (in): 8.0
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Display Screen
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Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
Message Display: yes
Type: Partial Digital
Oil Pressure
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Oil Pressure
Type: Warning Light
Water Temperature
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Water Temperature
Type: Gauge
Clock
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Clock
Type: Digital
External Temperature
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External Temperature
Type: Digital Display
Odometer
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Odometer
Number of Odometers: 1
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 655
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 407
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 9.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 11.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 26
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 21
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 12.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 36
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 30
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 6.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 16.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 17
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 14
Fuel Consumption
AS 2877 Combined (L/100km): 8.7
AS 2877 Combined (mpg): 27
AS 2877 Country Highway (L/100km): 8.7
AS 2877 Country Highway (mpg): 27
AS 2877 Standard: As 2877
AS 2877 Urban (L/100km): 13.5
AS 2877 Urban (mpg): 17
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 2.9
Maximum Speed (km/h): 341
Maximum Speed (mph): 212
Performance
Acceleration 0 to 1000 m: 27.5
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 7.3
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 720
Maximum Power (kW): 530
Maximum Torque (Nm): 770
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 7250
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 5500
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 286
Maximum Power (kW): 210
Maximum Torque (lb ft): 311
Maximum Torque (Nm): 420
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5700
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3900
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 11.0
Fuel Economy
AS 2877 City (L/100km): 13.5
AS 2877 Highway (L/100km): 8.7
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Transmission
Code: SSG
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Electronic Control Auto Only: yes
Lock Up Auto Only: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Mode Select Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 5
Type: Automatic
Electronic Traction Control
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Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Engine Management
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Painted Calipers: yes
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
ABS
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ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
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
Electric Adjustment: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Sports Steering Wheel: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Alternate Suspension
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Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Responsive Suspension
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Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
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
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
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 Load Index: 103
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 30
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 305
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Z
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Z
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 265
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): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 11.0
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 9
Body Style
Body Type: Coupe
Local Body Type: Coupe
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Coupe
Local Body Type: Coupe
Spoiler
Electrically Deployed Trunk/Hatch Spoiler: yes
Location: Boot/Hatch
Spoiler
Front Spoiler Colour: Black
Location: Front
Non-Corrosive Body
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Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Part
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Body Side Molding
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Body Side Molding
Colour of Body Side Moulding: Black/Grey
Size of Body Side Molding: Narrow
Chrome Bright Trim
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Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim Around Side Windows: yes
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 13.1
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 372
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 0
Rear Seat Down (L): 0
Rear Seat Down to Lower Window (cu ft): 0
Rear Seat Down to Lower Window (L): 0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 11.3
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 320
External Dimensions
Overall Height (in): 47.1
Overall Height (mm): 1196
Overall Length (in): 178.9
Overall Length (mm): 4543
Overall Width (in): 76.0
Overall Width (mm): 1930
Wheelbase (in): 105.1
Wheelbase (mm): 2670
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 61.2
Front Track (mm): 1554
Overall Height (in): 52.8
Overall Height (mm): 1340
Overall Length (in): 188.2
Overall Length (mm): 4780
Overall Width (in): 73
Overall Width (mm): 1855
Rear Track (in): 61.2
Rear Track (mm): 1554
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 37.7
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11500
Wheelbase (in): 105.7
Wheelbase (mm): 2684
Internal Dimensions
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Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 37.4
Front Headroom (mm): 949
Rear Headroom (in): 34.9
Rear Headroom (mm): 887
Front Hip Room (in): 57.3
Front Hip Room (mm): 1456
Rear Hip Room (in): 55.3
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1404
Front Leg Room (in): 42.3
Front Leg Room (mm): 1075
Rear Leg Room (in): 25.2
Rear Leg Room (mm): 641
Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.3
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1456
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 55.3
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1404
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Scissor Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Scissor Hinged
Doors
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Exterior Door Handles
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Exterior Door Handles
Color: Body Colour
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Concealed: yes
Configuration: Twin
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
LED Lights
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Headlight Control
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlight Control
Auto Off With Ignition: yes
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Paint
Type: Gloss
Paint
Type: Gloss
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 Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
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 Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Safety Operation for Front Power Windows: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Number of Windshield Wiper Speeds: 2
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Headlight Cleaners
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Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Blind
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Blind
Location: Rear
Rear Blind Type: Electric
Sun Visors
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Sun Visors
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
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): 1419
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3128
Tare Weight (kg): 1373
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 0
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1675
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3693
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2240
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4938
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1895
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4178
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Cassette Player: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
Radio Type: Am/Fm
RDS: yes
System Type: Stereo
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
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Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 10
Antenna
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Antenna
Type: Element
Audio Anti-Theft Protection
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Audio Anti-Theft Protection
Type: Code
Disc Player
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Disc Player
Capacity: 6
Remote Audio Controls
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Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Airbags
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Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensor: yes
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 Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
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
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Rear Seat Belts
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Rear Seat Belts
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 1
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Seating
Capacity: 4
Front Seat Center Armrest
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Front Seat Center Armrest
Center Front Seat Armrest Integral Box: yes
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Cup Holders
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Console
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Console
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Storage: Open
Dashboard Type: Full
Location: Floor
Floor Storage: Lidded
Floor Type: Full
Door Pockets Bins
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Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Glove Compartment
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Glove Compartment
Illuminated: yes
Lid: yes
Lockable: yes
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Heater Type: Combustion
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Number of Fan Speeds: Variable
Push Button Heater Controls: yes
Rear Seat Heater Ducts: yes
Recirculation Setting: yes
Temperature Controls On Steering Wheel: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Includes Dead Bolt: yes
Includes Fuel Filler Door: yes
Includes Power Windows: yes
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Internal Switch: yes
Operation: Remote
Anti-Theft Protection
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Anti-Theft Protection
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 20000
Distance (miles): 12427
Period (Months): 12
Service
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Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Front Bumper Rubbing Strip: yes
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Rear Bumper Rubbing Strip: yes
Roof
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Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Cloth/Felt
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Steel
Interior Trim
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Door Panel Trim
Material: Leather
Floor Covering
Load Area: Textile
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Textile
Load Area Side Covering
Type: Textile
Luxury Trim
Doors: Leather
Instrument Panel: Leather