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Overview
Variant
Premium
Variant
Not available
Body type
Coupe
Body type
Sedan
Engine size
3.8 L
Engine size
2 L
Drive type
4x4
Drive type
4x4
Fuel efficiency (combined)
11.7 L/100km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.7 L/100km
Power and torque
419kW / 632Nm
Power and torque
233kW / 400Nm
632km
636km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
2
Doors
4
Seats
4
Seats
5
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
Not available
Safety rating
5 Stars
Specifications
Driver modes
Includes engine mapping: yes
Includes suspension: yes
Driver modes
Includes engine mapping: yes
Includes steering: yes
Includes suspension: yes
Includes transmission: yes
12v power outlet
Location front: yes
12v power outlet
Location boot/cargo: yes
Location front: yes
Location rear: yes
Vanity mirror
Location driver: yes
Illuminated: yes
Location passenger: yes
Illuminated: yes
Vanity mirror
Location driver: yes
Illuminated: yes
Location passenger: yes
Illuminated: yes
Navigational systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information type: 3D, Voice
Screen size: 8 in
Traffic info: yes
Navigational systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information type: 3D, Voice
Map updates months of subscription: 36
Screen size: 10.7 in
Traffic info: yes
Parking assistance
Location rear: yes
Type: Guidance Display
Parking assistance
Location rear: yes
Type: Full Auto Park & Perpendicular & Exit
Parking distance system
Location front: yes
Type: Sensor
Location rear: yes
Type: Camera, Sensor
Parking distance system
Location front: yes
Type: Camera, Sensor
Location rear: yes
Type: Camera, Sensor
Location side: yes
Type: Camera, Sensor
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: yes
USB charging port
Location front: yes
Location rear: yes
Number: 2
Cruise control
—
Cruise control
Adaptive cruise control (ACC): yes
Stop/go function: Stop & Go
Illuminated entry system
—
Illuminated entry system
Logo projection: yes
360 view camera
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360 view camera
3D enhanced view: yes
Ambient lighting
—
Ambient lighting
Colour selection: yes
Wrap around: yes
Embedded infotainment user interface
—
Embedded infotainment user interface
Number of months of online services: Unlimited
Memorized adjustment
—
Memorized adjustment
Door mirror position: yes
Mobile Integration
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Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android number of months subscription: Unlimited
Android wireless connection: yes
Apple CarPlay: yes
Apple number of months subscription inc: Unlimited
Apple wireless connection: yes
Voice activating system
—
Voice activating system
AI powered: yes
Virtual assistant: Manufacturer's Own
Internal Memory /HD
—
Internal Memory /HD
Storage capacity: 32 GB
Over air updates
—
Over air updates
Type: OS Version
Remote HVAC control
—
Remote HVAC control
Includes cooling: yes
Includes heating: yes
Includes key: yes
Includes phone: yes
Includes timer: yes
Number of months subscription included: 36
Remote services
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Remote services
Beep/flash: yes
Driving history & analysis: yes
Find my car: yes
Location sharing: yes
Number of months subscription included: 36
Remote lock/unlock: yes
Send destination to car: yes
Vehicle diagnostics: yes
Telematics
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Telematics
Advanced auto collision notification: yes
Breakdown assistance: yes
Concierge number of months inc: 36
Concierge service: yes
Connection type Via: SIM In Vehicle
Tracker system: yes
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of: 2
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of: 1
Electrical system
Voltage: 12 V
Electrical system
Voltage: 12 V
Emission control level
CO2 level - g/km cntry/highway: 207 g/km
CO2 level - g/km combined: 278 g/km
CO2 level - g/km urban: 401 g/km
Standard met: EU6
Emission control level
CO2 level - g/km combined: 176 g/km
Standard met: EU6
Engine
Configuration: V
Cc: 3,799 cc
Engine code: VR38DETT
Liters: 3.8 L
Number of cylinders: 6
Engine
Configuration: In-Line
Cc: 1,998 cc
Engine code: B48A20T2
Liters: 2 L
Number of cylinders: 4
Fuel
Fuel type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel type octane no.: 98
Generic primary fuel type: Petrol
Minimum fuel octane number: 98
Minimum fuel type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel
Fuel type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel type octane no.: 98
Generic primary fuel type: Petrol
Minimum fuel octane number: 91
Minimum fuel type: Premium Unleaded
System
Injection/carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
System
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Tanks
Type main: yes
Capacity: 74 L
Tanks
Type main: yes
Capacity: 49 L
Computer
Average fuel consumption: yes
Computer
Average fuel consumption: yes
Low tire pressure indicator
Displays pressure: yes
Low tire pressure indicator
Displays pressure: yes
Display screen
Location Dashboard centre 1: yes
Screen size: 8 in
Touch screen: yes
Display screen
Location Dashboard centre 1: yes
Control wheel: yes
Orientation: Fixed
Screen size: 10.7 in
Touch screen: yes
Location instrument cluster 1: yes
Screen size: 10.25 in
Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
Head-up display: Windscreen
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel consumption
Standard ADR 81/02: yes
Combined: 11.7 L/100km
Country/highway: 8.8 L/100km
Calculated vehicle range: 632 km
Combined: 8.5 km/L
Country/highway: 11.4 km/L
Urban: 5.9 km/L
Urban: 16.9 L/100km
Fuel consumption
Standard ADR 81/02: yes
Combined: 7.7 L/100km
Calculated vehicle range: 636 km
Combined: 13 km/L
Performance
Maximum speed: 315 km/h
Performance
Maximum speed: 250 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 4.9 s
Power
Maximum power hp/PS: 570 hp/PS
Maximum power kW: 419 kW
Maximum torque Nm: 632 Nm
Measurement standard: EEC
Primary or secondary fuel power figure: Primary
Rpm for maximum power (low): 6,800 rpm
Rpm for maximum torque (low): 3,300 rpm
Power
Maximum power hp/PS: 317 hp/PS
Maximum power kW: 233 kW
Maximum torque Nm: 400 Nm
Measurement standard: EEC
Primary or secondary fuel power figure: Primary
Rpm for maximum power (low): 5,750 rpm
Rpm for maximum torque (low): 2,000 rpm
Drive
Driven wheels: 4x4
Four wheel drive type: Full-Time, Part-Time
Selection: Automatic
Drive
Descent control system: yes
Driven wheels: 4x4
Four wheel drive type: Full-Time
Limited slip differential
Location rear: yes
Type: Mechanical
Limited slip differential
Location front: yes
Type: Electronic
Location rear: yes
Type: Electronic
Transmission
Gearchange paddles: yes
Manual mode: yes
Manual sequential: yes
Shift lever location: Steering Wheel
Transmission code: GR6
Transmission description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (DCT)
Number of speeds: 6
Transmission type: Automatic
Transmission
Gearchange paddles: yes
Manual mode: yes
Manual sequential: yes
Manufacturer's name: Steptronic
Shift lever location: Steering Wheel
Transmission code: GD7S40BG
Transmission description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (DCT)
Number of speeds: 7
Transmission type: Automatic
Differential lock
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Differential lock
Location: Front
Disc brakes
Number of: 4
Number of ventilated discs: 4
Painted callipers: yes
Disc brakes
Number of: 4
Number of ventilated discs: 4
Painted callipers: yes
Power steering
Vehicle speed proportional: yes
Power steering
Variable rack: yes
Vehicle speed proportional: yes
Wheel
Height adjustment: yes
Multi-function: yes
Telescopic adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather, Leather Covered
Wheel
Heated: yes
Height adjustment: yes
Multi-function: yes
Telescopic adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate suspension
Type: Sport
Alternate suspension
Type: Sport
Responsive suspension
Driver selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Responsive suspension
Driver selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Suspension
Location front: yes
Spring type: Coil
Stabilizer bar: yes
Wheel dependence: Independent
Type: Wishbone
Location rear: yes
Spring type: Coil
Stabilizer bar: yes
Wheel dependence: Independent
Type: Multi-Link
Suspension
Location front: yes
Spring type: Coil
Stabilizer bar: yes
Wheel dependence: Independent
Type: Strut
Location rear: yes
Spring type: Coil
Stabilizer bar: yes
Wheel dependence: Independent
Type: Multi-Link
Tires
Location front: yes
Run flat: yes
Type: Conventional/Summer
Tire load index: 101
Tire profile: 40
Tire speed rating: Y
Tire width: 255 mm
Location rear: yes
Run flat: yes
Type: Conventional/Summer
Tire load index: 104
Tire profile: 35
Tire speed rating: Y
Tire width: 285 mm
Tires
Location front: yes
Type: Conventional/Summer
Tire profile: 35
Tire speed rating: Y
Tire width: 235 mm
Location rear: yes
Type: Conventional/Summer
Tire profile: 35
Tire speed rating: Y
Tire width: 235 mm
Wheels
Location front: yes
Rim type: Alloy
Rim diameter: 20 in
Rim width: 9.5 in
Location rear: yes
Rim type: Alloy
Rim diameter: 20 in
Rim width: 10.5 in
Wheels
Location front: yes
Rim type: Alloy
Two-tone: yes
Rim diameter: 19 in
Rim width: 8 in
Location rear: yes
Rim type: Alloy
Two-tone: yes
Rim diameter: 19 in
Rim width: 8 in
Body style
Body type: Coupe
Local number of doors: 2
Number of doors: 2
Platform code: PM
Wheelbase type: Short
Local body type: Coupe
Body style
Body type: Sedan
Local number of doors: 4
Number of doors: 4
Platform code: FAAR
Wheelbase type: Short
Local body type: Sedan
Spoiler
Location trunk/hatch: yes
Spoiler
Location trunk/hatch: yes
Black trim
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Black trim
Around side windows: yes
Cargo capacity
Measurement standard: VDA
Rear seat up; to lower window: 315 L
Cargo capacity
Measurement standard: ISO
Rear seat up; to lower window: 430 L
External dimensions
Curb to curb turning circle: 11,400 mm
Front track: 1,590 mm
Ground clearance unladen: 105 mm
Overall height: 1,370 mm
Overall length: 4,710 mm
Overall width folded mirror: 1,895 mm
Overall width inc mirror: 1,895 mm
Overall width: 1,895 mm
Rear track: 1,600 mm
Wall to wall turning circle: 12,200 mm
Wheelbase: 2,780 mm
External dimensions
Front track: 1,562 mm
Ground clearance unladen: 145 mm
Overall height: 1,445 mm
Overall length: 4,546 mm
Overall width folded mirror: 1,800 mm
Overall width inc mirror: 2,070 mm
Overall width: 1,800 mm
Rear track: 1,562 mm
Wall to wall turning circle: 11,700 mm
Wheelbase: 2,670 mm
Internal dimensions
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Internal dimensions
Headroom front: 1,017 mm
Headroom rear: 919 mm
Hip room front: 1,442 mm
Hip room rear: 1,430 mm
Leg room front: 1,052 mm
Leg room rear: 873 mm
Shoulder room front: 1,410 mm
Shoulder room rear: 1,349 mm
Doors
Location driver: yes
Type: Front Hinged
Location passenger: yes
Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location driver: yes
Type: Front Hinged
Location passenger: yes
Type: Front Hinged
Location rear driver: yes
Type: Front Hinged
Location rear passenger: yes
Type: Front Hinged
Headlights
Bulb type (high beam): LED
Bulb type (low beam): LED
Lens type: Projector Beam
Headlights
Bulb type (high beam): LED
Bulb type (low beam): LED
Lens type: Projector Beam
LED lights
Location: Brake Lights, Day Time Running Lights, High Beam, Low Beam, Rear Lights
LED lights
Location: Brake Lights, Day Time Running Lights, High Beam, Low Beam, Rear Lights
Headlight control
Directional headlights: yes
Dusk sensor: yes
Height adjustment: Automatic
Headlight control
Active high beam: yes
Directional headlights: yes
Dusk sensor: yes
Height adjustment: Automatic
Paint
Type gloss: yes
Paint
Type gloss: yes
Door mirrors/cameras
Location driver: yes
Color: Painted
Heated: yes
Type: Electrically Adjustable
Location passenger: yes
Color: Painted
Heated: yes
Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door mirrors/cameras
Location driver: yes
Auto-dimming: yes
Color: Contrasting Colour
Heated: yes
Indicator lights: yes
Type: Electrically Adjustable
Location passenger: yes
Color: Contrasting Colour
Heated: yes
Indicator lights: yes
Tilting for reversing: Automatic
Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power windows
Location front: yes
Power windows
Location front: yes
Rear window
Type: Fixed
Rear window
Type: Fixed
Windshield wipers
Intermittent wipe: Automatic
Rain sensor: yes
Windshield wipers
Intermittent wipe: Automatic
Rain sensor: yes
Rear view mirror/camera
Auto-dimming: yes
Rear view mirror/camera
Auto-dimming: yes
Weights
Gross vehicle weight: 2,200 kg
Published kerb weight: 1,765 kg
Tare weight: 1,717 kg
Trailer noseweight: 0 kg
Weights
Gross vehicle weight: 2,130 kg
Published kerb weight: 1,575 kg
Tare weight: 1,545.75 kg
System
Digital media card: yes
Radio: AM, FM
Touch screen: yes
System
Digital radio: yes
Radio: AM, FM
System power: 205 w
Touch screen: yes
Connection to ext.entertainment devices
Total number of USB connections front: 2
USB connection front: yes
Connection to ext.entertainment devices
Total number of USB connections front: 2
USB connection front: yes
Remote audio controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote audio controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand name: Bose
Number of: 11
Subwoofer: yes
Speakers
Brand name: Harman/Kardon
Number of: 12
Subwoofer: yes
Luxury trim
On center floor console: Leather
On doors: Leather
On gear selector: Alloy, Leather
On instrument panel: Carbon Fiber, Leather
Luxury trim
On center floor console: Alloy
On doors: Alloy
On gear selector: Leather
On instrument panel: Alloy
Airbags
Number of: 6
Airbags
Number of: 6
Front airbag
Location driver: yes
Location passenger: yes
Front airbag
Location driver: yes
Location passenger: yes
Front seat belts
Seat position driver: yes
Pre-tensioners: yes
Seat position passenger: yes
Pre-tensioners: yes
Front seat belts
Seat position driver: yes
Seat position passenger: yes
Head restraints
Location front seats: yes
Head restraints
Location front seats: yes
Location rear seats: yes
Number: 3
Rear seat belts
Seat position driver: yes
Seat position passenger: yes
Rear seat belts
Seat position center: yes
Type: 3-Point
Seat position driver: yes
Seat position passenger: yes
Side airbag
Location front: yes
Side airbag
Location front: yes
Side curtain airbag
Location: Front
Side curtain airbag
Location: Front and Rear
Anti collision system
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Anti collision system
Activates brake lights: yes
Automatic emergency braking: yes
Brakes at low speed: Front and Rear
Driver monitor: yes
Driving pattern monitor: yes
Minimum speed to activate (kph): 8 km/h
Operates above 50 kph/30 mph: yes
Operates below 50 kph/30 mph: yes
Pedestrian & cyclist avoidance system: yes
Visual/acoustic warning: yes
Autonomous drive
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Autonomous drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Lane departure warning
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Lane departure warning
Activates steering: yes
Overtaking sensor
—
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: Radar
Crash test results
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Crash test results
Standard: ANCAP
ANCAP adult occupant score: 94
ANCAP child occupant score: 89
ANCAP overall: 5
ANCAP pedestrian score: 76
ANCAP safety assist score: 73
ANCAP date tested: 1 Jan 2021
ANCAP rating year: 2019
ANCAP version tested: 1 Series LHD
Front seat
Location driver: yes
Electrically adjustable: yes
Heated: yes
Height type: Electric
Number of electrical adjustments: 4
Reach type: Electric
Reclining type: Electric
Type: Sports
Location passenger: yes
Electrically adjustable: yes
Heated: yes
Height type: Electric
Number of electrical adjustments: 2
Reach type: Electric
Reclining type: Manual
Type: Sports
Front seat
Location driver: yes
Active/massage: yes
Electrically adjustable: yes
Heated: yes
Height type: Memory
Lumbar type: Electric
Number of electrical adjustments: 4
Reach type: Memory
Reclining type: Memory
Thigh support type: Manual
Type: Sports
Location passenger: yes
Active/massage: yes
Electrically adjustable: yes
Heated: yes
Height type: Electric
Lumbar type: Electric
Number of electrical adjustments: 4
Reach type: Electric
Reclining type: Electric
Thigh support type: Manual
Type: Sports
Rear seats
Facing direction front: yes
Folding: Fixed
Seating capacity: 2
Type: Bucket, Individual/Sports
Rear seats
Facing direction front: yes
Folding: 40/20/40
Seating capacity: 3
Ski hatch: yes
Type: Bench
Seat upholstery
Additional seat material: Leather
Main seat material: Leather
Seat upholstery
Additional seat material: Synthetic Leather
Main seat material: Synthetic Leather
Seating
Seating capacity: 4
Seating configuration: 2+2
Seating
Seating capacity: 5
Seating configuration: 2+3
Cup holders
Location front seats: yes
Location rear seats: yes
Cup holders
Location front seats: yes
Air conditioning
Air conditioning type: Auto
Climate control number of zones: 2
Air conditioning
Air conditioning type: Auto
Climate control number of zones: 2
System
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System
Engine heater: yes
Power locks
Operation: Card Key
Power locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate service
Distance: 10,000 km
Period (mths): 6 months
Intermediate service
Variable distance/period: yes
Anti-corrosion
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 60 months
Anti-corrosion
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 144 months
Powertrain - OEM
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 60 months
Powertrain - OEM
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 60 months
Powertrain - Total
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 60 months
Powertrain - Total
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 60 months
Roadside assistance
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 60 months
Roadside assistance
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 36 months
Whole vehicle - OEM
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 60 months
Whole vehicle - OEM
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 60 months
Whole vehicle - Total
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 60 months
Whole vehicle - Total
Distance: Unlimited
Duration (months): 60 months
Roof
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Glass roof
Sunshade type: Electric
Sunroof
Location front: yes
Operation: Remote
Type: Glass
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