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Overview
Variant
Active
Variant
Vibe
Body type
Hatchback
Body type
Sedan
Engine size
1.2 L
Engine size
1.5 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
4.5 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.6 / 100 km
Power and torque
81kW / 205Nm
Power and torque
84kW / 150Nm
1111km
758km
Warranty
3 years
Warranty
10 years
Doors
5
Doors
4
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
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Safety rating
3 Stars
Specifications
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Compressor
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Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 104
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 218
CO2 Level (Combined): 159
CO2 Level (Urban): 126
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 75.0
Engine (cc): 1199
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.2
Number of Cylinders: 3
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 90.5
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Engine
Engine (cc): 1498
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: 15s4c
Engine (L): 1.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
Electrical System
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Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Gasoline Direct Injection & Multi-Point
Fuel System
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Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 13.2
Main Capacity (L): 50
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 11.0
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 13.2
Main Capacity (L): 50
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 11.0
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Number of Screens: 1
Screen Size (in): 7.0
Touch Screen: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 10.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Instrument Cluster
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Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1111
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 690
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 22.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 4.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 63
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 52
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 26.3
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 3.8
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 74
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 62
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 17.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 5.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 50
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 41
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 758
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 471
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 15.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 43
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 36
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 9.8
Maximum Speed (km/h): 194
Maximum Speed (mph): 121
Performance
Maximum Speed (km/h): 180
Maximum Speed (mph): 112
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 110
Maximum Power (kW): 81
Maximum Torque (Nm): 205
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 114
Maximum Power (kW): 84
Maximum Torque (Nm): 150
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4500
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 4.5
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.6
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Code: Eat6
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Continuously Variable With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
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: 2
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Type: Leather Covered
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: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-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 Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 195
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 195
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Two Tone: yes
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: PF1
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Wheelbase Type: Short
Bumpers
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 40.7
Rear Seat Down (L): 1152
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 11.0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 311
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 14.2
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 401
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10400
Front Track (in): 58.1
Front Track (mm): 1475
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 4.8
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 123
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.1
Overall Height (in): 57.5
Overall Height (mm): 1460
Overall Length (in): 156.4
Overall Length (mm): 3973
Overall Width (in): 68.5
Overall Width (mm): 1739
Wheelbase (in): 99.9
Wheelbase (mm): 2538
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 61.8
Front Track (mm): 1570
Overall Height (in): 58.3
Overall Height (mm): 1480
Overall Length (in): 184.1
Overall Length (mm): 4675
Overall Width (in): 72.5
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 72.5
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 1842
Overall Width (mm): 1842
Rear Track (in): 62.0
Rear Track (mm): 1574
Wheelbase (in): 105.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2680
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 34.7
Front Headroom (mm): 882
Rear Headroom (in): 33.9
Rear Headroom (mm): 861
Front Hip Room (in): 55.4
Front Hip Room (mm): 1408
Rear Hip Room (in): 54.3
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1380
Front Leg Room (in): 34.4
Front Leg Room (mm): 874
Front Shoulder Room (in): 53.5
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1360
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 52.6
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1335
Internal Dimensions
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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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Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: Rear Lights
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: White
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/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
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
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Rear View Mirror Camera
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Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 960
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2116
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1070
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2359
Tare Weight (kg): 1040
Weights
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1699
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3746
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1260
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2778
Tare Weight (kg): 1230
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): 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
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Cargo Area
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Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Bluetooth
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Mobile Integration
Apple Carplay: yes
Mirrorlink: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: 0
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
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
Includes Navigation System: yes
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Other
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Display Type: Colour
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 7.0
Traffic Info: yes
Navigational Systems
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Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Assistance
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Smart Card/Smart Key
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Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
USB Charging Port
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USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
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 Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
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
Crash Test Results
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Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 62.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 68.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20241101
ANCAP Overall: 3.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 65.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20311201
ANCAP Rating Year: 2025
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 59.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.5 Vibe
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
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: Bench
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bench
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
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Air Conditioning
Type: Semi-Auto
Ventilation System
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Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 10000
Distance (miles): 6214
Period (Months): 12
Interior Trim
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Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
Doors: Synthetic Leather
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Carbon Fibre Look
Storage
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Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
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