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    2024 Porsche 911 - Base

    4.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Coupe, Petrol, RWD

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    2024 Mazda MX-5 - Base

    2.0L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD

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    Overview

    Variant
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    Variant
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    Body type
    Coupe
    Body type
    Convertible
    Engine size
    4.0 L
    Engine size
    2.0 L
    Drive type
    Rear
    Drive type
    Rear
    Fuel efficiency (combined)
    15.6 / 100 km
    Fuel efficiency (combined)
    6.8 / 100 km
    Power and torque
    386kW / 465Nm
    Power and torque
    135kW / 205Nm
    410km
    662km
    Warranty
    3 years
    Warranty
    5 years
    Doors
    2
    Doors
    2
    Seats
    2
    Seats
    2
    Fuel type
    Premium Unleaded
    Fuel type
    Premium Unleaded
    Safety rating
    —
    Safety rating
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    Specifications

    Driver Modes
    Transmission: yes
    Driver Modes
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    Power Outlet 12V
    Location (12V): Front
    Power Outlet 12V
    Location (12V): Front
    Mobile Integration
    Android Number of Months Subscription: 0
    Apple Carplay: yes
    Apple Wireless Connection: yes
    Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
    Mobile Integration
    Android Auto: yes
    Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
    Apple Carplay: yes
    Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
    Apple Wireless Connection: yes
    Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
    Other Months Subscription Included: 0
    Vanity Mirror
    Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
    Driver Mirror Location: Driver
    Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
    Location: Passenger
    Vanity Mirror
    Driver Mirror Location: Driver
    Location: Passenger
    Voice Activating System
    Virtual Assistant: Other
    Voice Activating System
    Includes Audio Player: yes
    Includes Navigation System: yes
    Includes Phone: yes
    Navigational Systems
    Controls: Touch Screen
    Information Type: Satellite View
    Map Updates Months of Subscription: 36
    Screen Size (in): 10.90
    Traffic Info: yes
    Navigational Systems
    Controls: Touch Screen
    Information Type: 3d And Voice
    Screen Size (in): 8.80
    Parking Distance System
    Location: Front
    Parking Distance System
    Location: Rear
    Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
    Remote Services
    Beep Flash: yes
    Find My Car: yes
    Months Subscription Included: 12
    Remote Lock Unlock: yes
    Send Destination To Car: yes
    Speed Alert: yes
    Remote Services
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    Smart Card/Smart Key
    Includes Keyless Start: yes
    Smart Card/Smart Key
    Includes Keyless Entry: yes
    Includes Keyless Start: yes
    Includes Walk Away Locking: yes
    Telematics
    Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
    Breakdown Assistance: yes
    Concierge Months Included: 0
    Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
    Tracker System: yes
    Telematics
    Concierge Months Included: 0
    Connection Type: Via Own Phone
    Tracker System: yes
    USB Charging Port
    Location: Front
    USB Charging Port
    Location: Front
    Number of Ports in Front: 2
    Bluetooth
    —
    Bluetooth
    Includes Music Streaming: yes
    Includes Phone Connection: yes
    Electrical System
    Voltage: 12
    Electrical System
    Voltage: 12
    Emission Control Level
    CO2 Level (Combined): 356
    Standard Met: Eu6 D
    Emission Control Level
    CO2 Level (Country Highway): 130
    CO2 Level (Combined): 161
    CO2 Level (Urban): 218
    Standard Met: EU5
    Engine
    Engine (cc): 3996
    Engine Configuration: Horizontal
    Engine (L): 4.0
    Number of Cylinders: 6
    Engine
    Bore Engine: 83.5
    Engine (cc): 1998
    Engine Configuration: In-Line
    Engine (L): 2.0
    Number of Cylinders: 4
    Stroke Engine: 91.2
    WLTP Emissions
    ICE (Combined): 313.0
    ICE Testing Type: ICE
    WLTP Emissions
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    Fuel
    Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
    Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
    Octane Number: 98
    Fuel
    Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
    Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
    Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
    Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
    Octane Number: 95
    Fuel Tanks
    Main Capacity Gal: 16.9
    Main Capacity (L): 64
    Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 14.1
    Main Type: Total
    Fuel Tanks
    Main Capacity Gal: 11.9
    Main Capacity (L): 45
    Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 9.9
    Main Type: Total
    Fuel System
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    Fuel System
    Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
    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): 10.90
    Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
    Location: Instrument Cluster 1
    Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Roller Control: yes
    Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
    Location: Instrument Cluster 2
    Instrument Cluster 2 Screen Roller Control: yes
    Instrument Cluster 2 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): 8.80
    Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
    Instrument Cluster
    Reconfigurable: yes
    Instrument Cluster
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    Fuel Consumption
    ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 410
    ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 255
    ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 6.4
    ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 15.6
    ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 18
    ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 15
    ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 9.3
    ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 10.8
    ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 26
    ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 22
    ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
    ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 4.1
    ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 24.1
    ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 12
    ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 10
    WLTP ICE Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 464
    WLTP ICE Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 288
    WLTP ICE Combined (km/L): 7.2
    WLTP ICE Combined (L/100km): 13.8
    WLTP ICE Combined (miles per UK gallon): 21
    WLTP ICE Combined (mpg): 17
    WLTP ICE Standard: Wltp Ice
    Fuel Consumption
    ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 662
    ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 411
    ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 14.7
    ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.8
    ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 42
    ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 35
    ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 18.2
    ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.5
    ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 51
    ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 43
    ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
    ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 11.0
    ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 9.1
    ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 31
    ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 26
    Performance
    Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 3.7
    Maximum Speed (km/h): 300
    Maximum Speed (mph): 186
    Performance
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    Power
    Maximum Power (hp/PS): 525
    Maximum Power (kW): 386
    Maximum Torque (Nm): 465
    Measurement Standard: EEC
    Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
    Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 8500
    Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 6300
    Power
    Maximum Power (hp/PS): 184
    Maximum Power (kW): 135
    Maximum Torque (Nm): 205
    Measurement Standard: EEC
    Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
    Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 7000
    Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
    Fuel Economy
    ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 15.6
    Fuel Economy
    ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.8
    Drive
    Driven Wheels: Rear
    Drive
    Driven Wheels: Rear
    Limited Slip Differential
    Location: Rear
    Rear Type: Electronic
    Limited Slip Differential
    Location: Rear
    Rear Type: Mechanical
    Transmission
    Description: Manual
    Number of Simulated Gears: 0
    Number of Speeds: 6
    Shift Lever Location: Floor
    Type: Manual
    Transmission
    Description: Manual
    Manufacturer Name: Skyactiv-Mt
    Number of Speeds: 6
    Shift Lever Location: Floor
    Type: Manual
    Disc Brakes
    Number of Disc Brakes: 4
    Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
    Painted Calipers: yes
    Disc Brakes
    Number of Disc Brakes: 4
    Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
    Power Steering
    Variable Rack: yes
    Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
    Power Steering
    Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
    Steering Wheel
    Height Adjustment: yes
    Multi Function: yes
    Telescopic Adjustment: yes
    Type: Suede & Leather
    Steering Wheel
    Height Adjustment: yes
    Multi Function: yes
    Telescopic Adjustment: yes
    Type: Alloy & Leather
    Alternate Suspension
    Type: Sport
    Alternate Suspension
    —
    Responsive Suspension
    Driver Selectable: yes
    Type: Electronic
    Responsive Suspension
    —
    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
    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
    Location: Front
    Front Wheels Tire Performance Tires: yes
    Front Wheels Tire Profile: 35
    Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
    Front Wheels Tire Type: Other
    Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
    Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
    Rear Wheels Tire Performance Tires: yes
    Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 30
    Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
    Rear Wheels Tire Type: Other
    Rear Wheels Tire Width: 315
    Tires
    Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 84
    Location: Front
    Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
    Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
    Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
    Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
    Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 84
    Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
    Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
    Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
    Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
    Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
    Wheels
    Location: Front
    Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 20
    Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
    Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.5
    Location: Rear
    Rear Rim Diameter (In): 21
    Rear Rim Type: Alloy
    Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 12.0
    Wheels
    Location: Front
    Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
    Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
    Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
    Location: Rear
    Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
    Rear Rim Type: Alloy
    Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
    Body Style
    Body Type: Coupe
    Local Body Type: Coupe
    Platform Code: MMB
    Wheelbase Type: Short
    Body Style
    Body Type: Convertible
    Local Body Type: Roadster
    Platform Code: ND
    Wheelbase Type: Short
    Spoiler
    Electrically Deployed Trunk/Hatch Spoiler: yes
    Location: Boot/Hatch
    Spoiler
    —
    Sport Exhaust Pipe
    Driver-Controlled Valve Flap on Sport Exhaust Pipe: yes
    Sport Exhaust Pipe
    —
    Cargo Capacity
    Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 4.7
    Frunk Capacity (L): 132
    Measurement Standard: VDA
    Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 4.7
    Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 132
    Cargo Capacity
    Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
    Frunk Capacity (L): 0
    Measurement Standard: VDA
    Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 4.6
    Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 130
    External Dimensions
    Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10400
    Front Track (in): 63.0
    Front Track (mm): 1601
    Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.1
    Overall Height (in): 50.4
    Overall Height (mm): 1279
    Overall Length (in): 180.0
    Overall Length (mm): 4573
    Overall Width (in): 72.9
    Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 79.8
    Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2027
    Overall Width (mm): 1852
    Rear Track (in): 61.1
    Rear Track (mm): 1553
    Wheelbase (in): 96.7
    Wheelbase (mm): 2457
    External Dimensions
    Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 9400
    Front Track (in): 58.9
    Front Track (mm): 1495
    Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.9
    Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 150
    Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 30.8
    Overall Height (in): 48.4
    Overall Height (mm): 1230
    Overall Length (in): 154.1
    Overall Length (mm): 3915
    Overall Width (in): 68.3
    Overall Width (mm): 1735
    Rear Track (in): 59.3
    Rear Track (mm): 1505
    Wheelbase (in): 90.9
    Wheelbase (mm): 2310
    Internal Dimensions
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    Internal Dimensions
    Front Headroom (in): 37.4
    Front Headroom (mm): 950
    Front Leg Room (in): 43.1
    Front Leg Room (mm): 1096
    Front Shoulder Room (in): 52.2
    Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1325
    Doors
    Location: Driver
    Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
    Location: Passenger
    Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
    Doors
    Location: Driver
    Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
    Location: Passenger
    Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
    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
    Height Adjustment: Automatic
    Paint
    Type: Gloss
    Paint
    External Colour: Black
    Type: Mica
    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/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/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
    Door Mirrors/Cameras
    Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
    Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
    Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
    Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
    Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
    Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
    Power Windows
    Front Electric Windows: Front
    Power Windows
    Front Electric Windows: Front
    Windshield Wipers
    Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
    Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
    Windshield Wipers
    Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
    Rear View Mirror Camera
    Auto Dimming: yes
    Rear View Mirror Camera
    Auto Dimming: yes
    Weights
    Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
    Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
    Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
    Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
    Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1695
    Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3737
    Kerb Weight Inc Driver (kg): 1380
    Kerb Weight Inc Driver (lb): 3042
    Kerb Weight Includes Driver: yes
    Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1380
    Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3042
    Tare Weight (kg): 1340
    Weights
    Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
    Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
    Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
    Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
    Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1035
    Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2282
    Tare Weight (kg): 1009
    Trailer Noseweight (kg): 0
    Audio System
    Digital Radio: yes
    Radio Type: Am/Fm/Lw
    System Power (W): 150
    Touch Screen: yes
    Audio System
    Colour Screen: yes
    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 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: 8
    Speakers
    Number of Speakers: 6
    Luxury Trim
    Centre Floor Console: Alloy
    Doors: Alloy
    Gear Selector: Suede
    Instrument Panel: Alloy
    Luxury Trim
    Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
    Doors: Painted Body Colour
    Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
    Airbags
    Number of Airbags: 6
    Airbags
    Number of Airbags: 4
    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 Integrated: yes
    Front Seats Location: Front Seats
    Head Restraints
    Front Seats Integrated: yes
    Front Seats Location: Front Seats
    Side Airbag
    Front Head Protection: yes
    Location: Front
    Side Airbag
    Front Head Protection: yes
    Location: Front
    Overtaking Sensor
    —
    Overtaking Sensor
    Active Without Turn Signal: yes
    Buzzer: yes
    Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
    —
    Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
    Type: Sensor
    Front Seat
    Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
    Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
    Location: Driver
    Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 1
    Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
    Driver Front Seat Type: Racing
    Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
    Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
    Location: Passenger
    Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 1
    Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
    Passenger Front Seat Type: Racing
    Front Seat
    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: Leather
    Main Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
    Seat Upholstery
    Additional Seat Material: Cloth
    Main Seat Material: Cloth
    Seating
    Capacity: 2
    Configuration: 2+0
    Seating
    Capacity: 2
    Configuration: 2+0
    Cup Holders
    Location: Front Seats
    Cup Holders
    Location: Front Seats
    Air Conditioning
    Type: Fully-Auto
    Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
    Air Conditioning
    Type: Fully-Auto
    Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
    Secondary Ventilation Controls
    Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
    Secondary Ventilation Controls
    —
    Ventilation System
    Engine Heater: yes
    Ventilation System
    Engine Heater: yes
    Power Locks
    Operation: Remote
    Power Locks
    Operation: Card Key
    Roof
    —
    Convertible Rollover Protection
    Rollover Protection Type: Fixed Hoop
    Convertible Roof
    Soft Top Rear Glass Window: yes
    Roof Soft Operation: Manual
    Roof Soft Type: Soft
    Service
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    Intermediate Service
    Distance (km): 10000
    Distance (miles): 6214
    Period (Months): 12

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