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Overview
Variant
Excite
Variant
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Body type
Hatchback
Body type
Hatchback
Engine size
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Engine size
2.0 L
Drive type
Rear
Drive type
4x4
Fuel efficiency (combined)
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Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.5 / 100 km
Power and torque
125kW / 250Nm
Power and torque
233kW / 400Nm
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653km
Warranty
10 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Electric
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
5 Stars
Safety rating
5 Stars
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: 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): Front
Location (12V): Rear
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
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
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
Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Over Air Updates
Type: Os Version
Parking Distance System
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
Remote Battery Management
Includes Battery Status Checking: yes
Includes Remote Charge Activation: yes
Includes Timer Remote Charge Activation: yes
Remote Battery Management
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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 Key: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Timer: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Find My Car: yes
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Driving History Analysis: yes
Find My Car: yes
Location Sharing: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: 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 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: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Illuminated Entry System
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Illuminated Entry System
Logo Projection: yes
Car Sharing
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Car Sharing
Months Subscription Included: 12
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
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Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: Unlimited
Memorised Adjustment
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Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Voice Activating System
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Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Virtual Assistant: Other
Navigational Systems
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Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 36
Screen Size (in): 10.70
Traffic Info: yes
Parking Assistance
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Parking Assistance
Rear Automatic Braking Whilst: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Auto Park & Perpendicular & Exit
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
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Energy Recuperation
Level Selection: yes
Single Pedal Driving: yes
Energy Recuperation
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WLTP Emissions
BEV (Combined): 0.0
BEV Testing Type: BEV
WLTP Emissions
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Compressor
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Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
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Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 171
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
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Engine
Engine (cc): 1998
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: B48a20t2
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
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: 98
Fuel System
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Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
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Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 12.9
Main Capacity (L): 49
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 10.8
Main Type: Total
Charging Information
Mode 2 Duration: 7.50
Mode 2 Scenario: Mode 2
Mode 3 Calc Duration Max Supplied 0% To 100%: 8.49
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 3.7 kW 0% To 100%: 15.23
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 7.4 kW 0% To 100%: 8.49
Mode 3 Duration: 7.50
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%: 0.55
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 100 kW 10% To 80%: 0.55
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 50 kW 10% To 80%: 0.97
Mode 4 Duration: 0.60
Mode 4 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 88.00
Mode 4 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 88.00
Mode 4 Scenario: Mode 4
Mode 4 State of Charge Ends At (%): 80
Mode 4 State of Charge Starts At (%): 10
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: Front
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 170.0
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 125.0
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): 51.00
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Onboard Charger: 6.6
Range (km): 405.00
Range (miles): 251.66
Useable Battery (kWh): 50.80
V2L Charging
Number of Outlets: 1
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)
Hybrid And Electric Systems
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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): 10.25
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
Display Screen
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Control Wheel: yes
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 10.70
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Control Wheel: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 10.25
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Windscreen
Reconfigurable: yes
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 7.7
Max Speed On Electric Power Only (km/h): 160
Maximum Speed (km/h): 160
Maximum Speed (mph): 99
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 4.9
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
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): 317
Maximum Power (kW): 233
Maximum Torque (Nm): 400
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5750
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2000
Power Consumption
Combined (km/kWh): 0.2
Combined (kWh/100 miles): 29.6
Combined (kWh/100km): 18.4
Combined (kWh/km): 0.5
Combined (kWh/mile): 0.3
Combined (miles/kWh): 0.3
Combined (Wh/km): 184
Combined (Wh/mile): 296
Power Consumption
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Fuel Consumption
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Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 653
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 406
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 13.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 38
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 31
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
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Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.5
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: Rear
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Manufacturer Name: Xdrive
Transmission
Description: Automatic
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 1
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Code: Gd7s40bg
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Manufacturer Name: Steptronic
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Limited Slip Differential
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Limited Slip Differential
Location: Front
Front Type: Electronic
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
Painted Calipers: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Steering Wheel
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & 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: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Alternate Suspension
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Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Responsive Suspension
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Responsive Suspension
Type: Electronic
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 95
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 95
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 19
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: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 19
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
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: 235
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Rear Two Tone: yes
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 19
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: MSP
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: Faar
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Black Trim
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Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 41.6
Rear Seat Down (L): 1177
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 12.8
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 363
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: ISO
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 42.4
Rear Seat Down (L): 1200
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 13.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 380
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 61.0
Front Track (mm): 1550
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.9
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 150
Overall Height (in): 59.2
Overall Height (mm): 1504
Overall Length (in): 168.8
Overall Length (mm): 4287
Overall Width (in): 72.3
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 81.1
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2060
Overall Width (mm): 1836
Rear Track (in): 61.0
Rear Track (mm): 1550
Wheelbase (in): 106.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2705
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 61.5
Front Track (mm): 1562
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.1
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 156
Overall Height (in): 57.4
Overall Height (mm): 1459
Overall Length (in): 171.7
Overall Length (mm): 4361
Overall Width Folded Mirror (in): 70.9
Overall Width Folded Mirror (mm): 1800
Overall Width (in): 70.9
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 81.6
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2072
Overall Width (mm): 1800
Rear Track (in): 61.5
Rear Track (mm): 1562
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 38.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11700
Wheelbase (in): 105.1
Wheelbase (mm): 2670
Internal Dimensions
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Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.1
Front Headroom (mm): 1019
Rear Headroom (in): 37.6
Rear Headroom (mm): 956
Front Hip Room (in): 56.8
Front Hip Room (mm): 1442
Rear Hip Room (in): 56.3
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1430
Front Leg Room (in): 41.4
Front Leg Room (mm): 1052
Rear Leg Room (in): 34.4
Rear Leg Room (mm): 873
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.5
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1410
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 53.2
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1351
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
Type: Lifting Gate
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: Automatic
Headlight Control
Active High Beam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: White
Two Tone: yes
Type: Gloss
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: 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 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
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
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Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 1102
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 500
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1102
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2083
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4592
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1635
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3605
Tare Weight (kg): 1635
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2100
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4630
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1600
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3527
Tare Weight (kg): 1571
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 75
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Power (W): 464
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: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Speakers
Brand: Harman/Kardon
Number of Speakers: 16
Subwoofer: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
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: Piano Black
Doors: Piano Black
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Piano Black
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
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
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 83.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 86.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20230801
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 75.0
ANCAP Rating Year: 2022
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 81.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Mg4 Electric Lhd
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 83.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 89.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20191201
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 76.0
ANCAP Rating Year: 2019
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 73.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1 Series Lhd Hatch
Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor
Overtaking Sensor
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Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Steering Vibration: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
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: 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 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: Electric
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 Active Massage: yes
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 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: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic 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
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Ventilation System
Heat Pump: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Engine Heater: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
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Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 40000
Distance (miles): 24855
Period (Months): 24
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
Roof
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Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Remote
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
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The new Tesla Model Y L, MG 4 EV Urban and BYD Seal 6 and updated Skoda Octavia have all earned five-star safety ratings.
2 Months Ago
William Stopford
2026 MG 4 EV prices: Updated electric hatch survives alongside new Urban
MG's familiar MG 4 will live on alongside the new MG 4 EV Urban, with a reshuffled lineup and a restyled interior.
3 Months Ago
James Wong
2026 MG 4 Electric: Update coming 'very soon' for familiar EV hatch
An updated MG 4 EV is headed to Australia soon to sit alongside the newly launched MG 4 EV Urban. Details are still TBC, but the UK provides a guide.
3 Months Ago
James Wong
2026 MG 4 EV Urban: Long Range priced from $34,990 drive-away
MG has confirmed pricing for the top-spec, long-range version of its new MG 4 EV Urban small hatchback.
3 Months Ago
James Wong
2026 MG 4 EV Urban review: Quick drive
MG's new cut-price EV feels anything but budget, with impressive driving manners and a fulsome spec sheet for not a lot of money.
3 Months Ago
Damion Smy
2026 MG 4 EV Urban hatch priced sharply against BYD, GAC and GWM rivals
The new MG 4 EV Urban lowers the entry price for an electric MG hatch, offering two battery sizes and a less aggressive look.
3 Months Ago