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Overview
Variant
GLX
Variant
GX
Body type
SUV
Body type
SUV
Engine size
2.4 L
Engine size
2.5 L
Drive type
4x4
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
8.0 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
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Power and torque
133kW / 430Nm
Power and torque
143kW / -Nm
850km
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Warranty
10 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel type
Unleaded
Safety rating
—
Safety rating
—
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
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
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Other
Voice Activating System
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Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Start: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 3
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Driver Modes
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Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Over Air Updates
—
Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Parking Assistance
—
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Remote HVAC Control
—
Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Internet: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Timer: yes
Remote Services
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Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Driving History Analysis: yes
Find My Car: yes
Geo Fencing: yes
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Speed Alert: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Vehicle Start: yes
Telematics
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Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Compressor
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Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 185
CO2 Level (Combined): 212
CO2 Level (Urban): 258
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Engine (cc): 2442
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: 4n15
Engine (L): 2.4
Number of Cylinders: 4
Engine
Engine (cc): 2487
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: A25a-Fxs
Engine (L): 2.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 18.0
Main Capacity (L): 68
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 15.0
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 4.20
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 10.50
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Instrument Cluster
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Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 850
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 528
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 12.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 8.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 35
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 29
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 14.3
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.0
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 40
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 34
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 10.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 9.8
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 29
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 24
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Performance
Maximum Speed (km/h): 180
Maximum Speed (mph): 112
Performance
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Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 181
Maximum Power (kW): 133
Maximum Torque (Nm): 430
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2500
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 194
Maximum Power (kW): 143
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 8.0
Fuel Economy
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Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Part-Time
Selection: Manual
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Code: V8awg
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Low High Gear Ranges: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Continuously Variable With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Manufacturer Name: Ecvt
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: Variable
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Power Steering
—
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
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: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Wishbone
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 110
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 265
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 110
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 265
Tires
Location: Front
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 30.0
Departure Angle: 24.2
Ramp Angles
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Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 57.4
Rear Seat Down (L): 1624
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 23.8
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 673
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11000
Front Track (in): 59.8
Front Track (mm): 1520
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 8.6
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 218
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 36.1
Overall Height (in): 72.2
Overall Height (mm): 1835
Overall Length (in): 190.0
Overall Length (mm): 4825
Overall Width (in): 71.5
Overall Width (mm): 1815
Rear Track (in): 59.6
Rear Track (mm): 1515
Wheelbase (in): 110.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2800
External Dimensions
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Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.2
Front Headroom (mm): 1022
Rear Headroom (in): 37.7
Rear Headroom (mm): 957
Front Hip Room (in): 52.8
Front Hip Room (mm): 1341
Rear Hip Room (in): 51.3
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1303
Front Leg Room (in): 42.0
Front Leg Room (mm): 1067
Rear Leg Room (in): 34.6
Rear Leg Room (mm): 880
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55.9
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1420
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 55.5
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1409
Internal Dimensions
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Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: Triton/L200
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Wheelbase Type: Short
Step
Step Location: Side
Side Step Type: Platform
Step
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Spoiler
—
Spoiler
Location: Roof
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
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Paint
External Colour: red
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Metallic
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Chrome
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Chrome
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
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/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/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
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Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 3100
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 6834
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2775
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6118
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2145
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4729
Tare Weight (kg): 2096
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 310
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
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: 4
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Piano Black
Interior Trim
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Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 8
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
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
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Sign Response: yes
Traffic Sign Response Activation: Manual
Lane Departure Warning
—
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
—
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
—
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
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: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
Main Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
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: 2
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Ventilation System
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Secondary Ventilation Controls
—
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Locks
—
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Hybrid And Electric Systems
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Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 1 Location: Transmission-Integrated Motor Generator
Motor 1 Number: 1
Electric Power Source
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Active Hybrid
Cargo Area
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Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
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