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Max Davies
2026 MG S5 EV review
The MG S5 EV proves a convincing offering in Australia's electric market, especially when you consider the models that came before it.
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Overview
Variant
Essence
Variant
Rear-Wheel Drive
Body type
SUV
Body type
Sedan
Engine size
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Engine size
—
Drive type
Rear
Drive type
Rear
Fuel efficiency (combined)
—
Fuel efficiency (combined)
—
Power and torque
125kW / 250Nm
Power and torque
188kW / 350Nm
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—
Warranty
10 years
Warranty
4 years
Doors
5
Doors
4
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Electric
Fuel type
Electric
Safety rating
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Safety rating
5 Stars
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control Linked To Mapping: yes
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Automatic Door Closing
Rear Boot Hatch: yes
Automatic Door Closing
Rear Boot Hatch: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
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Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
AI-Powered: yes
Virtual Assistant: Manufacturer'S Own
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Manufacturer'S Own
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Includes EV Intelligent Route Planning: yes
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 0
Screen Size (in): 12.80
Traffic Info: yes
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Includes EV Intelligent Route Planning: yes
Information Type: Satellite View
Screen Size (in): 15.00
Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Parking Assistance
Location: Front
Front Type: Guidance Display
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Assistance
Location: Front
Front Type: Remote Park
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
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: Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Camera
Remote Battery Management
Includes Battery Status Checking: yes
Includes Remote Charge Activation: yes
Includes Timer Remote Charge Activation: yes
Remote Battery Management
Includes Battery Status Checking: yes
Includes Charge Completion Alert: yes
Includes Remote Battery Pre Heating: yes
Includes Remote Charge Activation: yes
Includes Timer Remote Charge Activation: yes
Months Subscription Included: Unlimited
Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Heating: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Timer: yes
Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Heating: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Steering Wheel Heating: yes
Includes Timer: yes
Months Subscription Included: Unlimited
Remote Services
Find My Car: yes
Months Subscription Included: 12
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Driving History Analysis: yes
Find My Car: yes
Geo Fencing: yes
Immobilisation: yes
Location Sharing: yes
Months Subscription Included: Unlimited
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Remote Seat Heating Control: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Speed Alert: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Tow Away Alert: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Vehicle Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Memory Seat Adjustments: yes
Includes Programmable Settings: yes
Includes Walk Away Locking: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 1
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 3
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Vehicle 360 View Camera
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Vehicle 360 View Camera
3D Enhanced View: yes
Memorised Adjustment
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Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Wheel Position: yes
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Energy Recuperation
Level Selection: yes
Single Pedal Driving: yes
Energy Recuperation
Single Pedal Driving: yes
WLTP Emissions
BEV (Combined): 0.0
BEV Testing Type: BEV
WLTP Emissions
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Emission Control Level
—
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 0
CO2 Level (Combined): 0
CO2 Level (Urban): 0
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Minimum Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel Type: Electric
Charging Information
Mode 2 Duration: 9.00
Mode 2 Scenario: Mode 2
Mode 3 Calc Duration Max Supplied 0% To 100%: 10.32
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 3.7 kW 0% To 100%: 18.51
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 7.4 kW 0% To 100%: 10.32
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 (%): 100
Mode 3 State of Charge Starts At (%): 10
Mode 4 Calc Duration Max Supplied 10% To 80%: 0.39
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 100 kW 10% To 80%: 0.59
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 50 kW 10% To 80%: 1.18
Mode 4 Duration: 0.32
Mode 4 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 150.00
Mode 4 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 150.00
Mode 4 Scenario: Mode 4
Mode 4 State of Charge Ends At (%): 80
Mode 4 State of Charge Starts At (%): 30
Charging Information
Mode 2 Amps: 10
Mode 2 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 2.00
Mode 2 Scenario: Mode 2
Mode 2 State of Charge Ends At (%): 100
Mode 2 State of Charge Starts At (%): 0
Mode 2 Voltage: 230
Mode 3 amps (A): 16
Mode 3 Calc Duration Max Supplied 0% To 100%: 5.99
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 3.7 kW 0% To 100%: 17.92
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 7.4 kW 0% To 100%: 8.96
Mode 3 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 11.00
Mode 3 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 11.00
Mode 3 Scenario: Mode 3
Mode 3 State of Charge Ends At (%): 100
Mode 3 State of Charge Starts At (%): 0
Mode 3 Voltage: 400
Mode 4 Calc Duration Max Supplied 10% To 80%: 0.33
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 100 kW 10% To 80%: 0.57
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 50 kW 10% To 80%: 1.14
Mode 4 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 170.00
Mode 4 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 170.00
Mode 4 Scenario: Mode 4
Mode 4 State of Charge Ends At (%): 80
Mode 4 State of Charge Starts At (%): 0
Electric Driven Wheels
Electric Driven Wheels: Rear
Electric Driven Wheels
Electric Driven Wheels: Rear
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 250
Motor 1 Location: Rear
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 170.0
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 125.0
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 350
Motor 1 Location: Rear
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 282.9
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 208.0
Electric Power Source
Actively Heated Cooled Battery: yes
Battery Supplier: Other
Battery Type: Lithium Iron Phosphate
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 62.00
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Onboard Charger: 6.6
Range (km): 515.00
Range (miles): 320.01
Electric Power Source
Actively Heated Cooled Battery: yes
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
High Power Charger: yes
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 60.00
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Onboard Charger: 11.0
Wall Charger: yes
V2L Charging
Number of Outlets: 1
V2L Charging
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Charging Connector
CCS (Combo) Charging Socket DC 1: yes
CCS (Combo) Location of DC 1 Socket: Rear Side
CCS (Combo) Type: Ccs (Combo)
Type 2 (Mennekes) Charging Socket AC 1: yes
Type 2 (Mennekes) Location of AC 1 Socket: Rear Side
Type 2 (Mennekes) Type: Type 2 (Mennekes)
Charging Connector
CCS (Combo) Charging Socket DC 1: yes
CCS (Combo) Location of DC 1 Socket: Rear Side
CCS (Combo) Type: Ccs (Combo)
Type 2 (Mennekes) Charging Socket AC 1: yes
Type 2 (Mennekes) Location of AC 1 Socket: Rear Side
Type 2 (Mennekes) Type: Type 2 (Mennekes)
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 12.80
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 10.25
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Roller Control: yes
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 15.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Television: yes
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Rear Centre
Rear Centre Screen Size (in): 8.00
Rear Centre Touch Screen: yes
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Consumption
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Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.6
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: 6.1
Max Speed On Electric Power Only (km/h): 201
Maximum Speed (km/h): 201
Maximum Speed (mph): 125
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 170
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 170
Maximum Power (kW): 125
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 125
Maximum Torque (Nm): 250
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 250
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 256
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 256
Maximum Power (kW): 188
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 188
Maximum Torque (Nm): 350
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 350
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 0
Power Consumption
Combined (km/kWh): 0.1
Combined (kWh/100 miles): 22.2
Combined (kWh/100km): 13.8
Combined (kWh/km): 0.3
Combined (kWh/mile): 0.2
Combined (miles/kWh): 0.2
Combined (Wh/km): 138
Combined (Wh/mile): 222
Power Consumption
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Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: Rear
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Transmission
Description: Automatic
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 1
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Automatic
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 1
Shift Lever Location: Dash
Type: Automatic
Limited Slip Differential
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Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Electronic
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
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Synthetic Leather
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: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
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
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 95
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 95
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 98
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 98
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
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
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: MSP
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: Tesla2
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Spoiler
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Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 50.9
Rear Seat Down (L): 1441
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 16.0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 453
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 3.1
Frunk Capacity (L): 88
Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 21.0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 594
External Dimensions
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 164
Overall Height (in): 63.8
Overall Height (mm): 1621
Overall Length (in): 176.2
Overall Length (mm): 4476
Overall Width (in): 72.8
Overall Width (mm): 1849
Wheelbase (in): 107.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2730
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11600
Front Track (in): 62.4
Front Track (mm): 1584
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.4
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 138
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 38.1
Overall Height (in): 56.7
Overall Height (mm): 1441
Overall Length (in): 185.8
Overall Length (mm): 4720
Overall Width Folded Mirror (in): 76.1
Overall Width Folded Mirror (mm): 1933
Overall Width (in): 72.8
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 82.2
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2089
Overall Width (mm): 1849
Rear Track (in): 62.4
Rear Track (mm): 1584
Wheelbase (in): 113.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2875
Internal Dimensions
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Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.3
Front Headroom (mm): 1023
Rear Headroom (in): 37.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 961
Front Hip Room (in): 53.4
Front Hip Room (mm): 1356
Rear Hip Room (in): 52.3
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1328
Front Leg Room (in): 42.7
Front Leg Room (mm): 1084
Rear Leg Room (in): 34.5
Rear Leg Room (mm): 877
Front Shoulder Room (in): 56.7
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1441
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 54.2
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1376
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
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Exterior Door Handles
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Exterior Door Handles
Flush Handles: Manual
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: 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: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlight Control
Active High Beam: yes
Digital Matrix: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Fog Light Function: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Lane Highlighting: yes
Paint
External Colour: Black
Two Tone: yes
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: red
Type: Mica
Glass Roof
Sunshade Type: Electric
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Roof
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Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
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: Black
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
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
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 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
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Privacy Glass
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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
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 1653
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2200
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4850
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1755
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3869
Tare Weight (kg): 1755
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2205
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2180
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4806
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1761
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3882
Tare Weight (kg): 1761
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 0
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: FM
System Power (W): 350
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
USB (Rear): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 1
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: 6
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 9
Subwoofer: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Cargo Area
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Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Piano Black
Gear Selector: Alloy Look
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look & Synthetic Leather
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Synthetic Leather
Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
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 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 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
Lane Changing: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Highway Assist: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Jam Assist: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Brakes: yes
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Includes Collision Avoidance: yes
Includes Display: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Crash Test Results
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Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 90.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 95.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20250101
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 89.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20311231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2025
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 88.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Model 3 Lhd
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: Manual
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 3
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
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 Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining 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: 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
Passenger Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Vinyl
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Marketed As Sustainable Vegan: yes
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: 1
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 3
Rear Control For Climate Control: yes
Ventilation System
Heat Pump: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Ventilation System
Heat Pump: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
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Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 40000
Distance (miles): 24855
Period (Months): 24
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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