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Overview
Variant
Pro
Variant
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Body type
Panel Van
Body type
Panel Van
Engine size
2.0 L
Engine size
2.0 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.2 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
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Power and torque
125kW / 380Nm
Power and torque
121kW / 390Nm
1111km
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Warranty
5 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
4
Doors
4
Seats
3
Seats
3
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel type
Diesel
Safety rating
—
Safety rating
—
Specifications
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
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
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
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor & Camera
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Programmable Settings: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 3
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Cruise Control
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Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
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Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: Unlimited
Voice Activating System
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Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Manufacturer'S Own
Navigational Systems
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Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 12
Screen Size (in): 12.00
Traffic Info: yes
Parking Assistance
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Remote Services
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Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Find My Car: yes
Months Subscription Included: Unlimited
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Vehicle Start: yes
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 188
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: Eu6.2 (C And D-Temp)
Engine
Engine (cc): 1997
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Engine
Engine (cc): 1995
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.6
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 18.5
Main Capacity (L): 70
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 15.4
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): 3.50
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 12.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 8.00
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: 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): 13.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 39
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 33
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 16.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 48
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 40
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 10.8
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 9.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 30
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 25
Fuel Consumption
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Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 170
Maximum Power (kW): 125
Maximum Torque (Nm): 380
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 165
Maximum Power (kW): 121
Maximum Torque (Nm): 390
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1750
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.2
Fuel Economy
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Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Code: PF6
Description: Manual
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Dash
Type: Manual
Transmission
Code: 8f57
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 8
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
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Synthetic Leather
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Synthetic 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: 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: Leaf
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 17
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 107
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 17
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 107
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Body Style
Body Type: Panel Van
Cab Type: Single Cab
Local Body Type: Panel Van
Platform Code: X82
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Panel Van
Cab Type: Single Cab
Local Body Type: Panel Van
Platform Code: V36x
Roof Type: Semi-High
Wheelbase Type: Long
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume (cu ft): 199.5
Cargo Volume (L): 5650
Height (in): 54.6
Height (mm): 1387
Length (in): 99.9
Length (mm): 2537
Loading Floor Height (in): 21.7
Loading Floor Height (mm): 552
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 49.9
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1268
Width (in): 65.4
Width (mm): 1662
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume (cu ft): 406.1
Cargo Volume (L): 11500
Height (in): 74.3
Height (mm): 1886
Length (in): 139.1
Length (mm): 3533
Loading Floor Height (in): 23.3
Loading Floor Height (mm): 592
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 54.8
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1392
Width (in): 70.2
Width (mm): 1784
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11800
Front Overhang (in): 39.9
Front Overhang (mm): 1014
Front Track (in): 63.6
Front Track (mm): 1615
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.3
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 160
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 38.7
Overall Height (in): 77.6
Overall Height (mm): 1971
Overall Length (in): 200.0
Overall Length (mm): 5080
Overall Width (in): 77.0
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 89.9
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2283
Overall Width (mm): 1956
Rear Overhang (in): 38.1
Rear Overhang (mm): 968
Rear Track (in): 64.1
Rear Track (mm): 1628
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 40.7
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 12400
Wheelbase (in): 122.0
Wheelbase (mm): 3098
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 13300
Front Overhang (in): 40.3
Front Overhang (mm): 1023
Front Track (in): 68.2
Front Track (mm): 1732
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 43.6
Overall Height (in): 99.6
Overall Height (mm): 2530
Overall Length (in): 235.5
Overall Length (mm): 5981
Overall Width Folded Mirror (in): 83.1
Overall Width Folded Mirror (mm): 2112
Overall Width (in): 83.1
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 97.4
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2474
Overall Width (mm): 2112
Rear Overhang (in): 47.6
Rear Overhang (mm): 1208
Rear Track (in): 69.3
Rear Track (mm): 1759
Wheelbase (in): 147.6
Wheelbase (mm): 3750
Cargo Doors
Driver Internal Handles: yes
Driver Location: Driver
Driver Opening Angle: 0
Driver Operation: Sliding
Passenger Height (in): 50.6
Passenger Height (mm): 1284
Location: Passenger
Passenger Operation: Sliding
Passenger Width (in): 40.6
Passenger Width (mm): 1030
Rear Height (in): 52.0
Rear Height (mm): 1320
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 0
Rear Operation: Lifting Gate
Rear Width (in): 54.8
Rear Width (mm): 1391
Cargo Doors
Driver Height (in): 63.0
Driver Height (mm): 1600
Driver Location: Driver
Driver Opening Angle: 0
Driver Operation: Sliding
Driver Width (in): 51.2
Driver Width (mm): 1300
Passenger Height (in): 66.9
Passenger Height (mm): 1700
Location: Passenger
Passenger Operation: Sliding
Passenger Width (in): 51.2
Passenger Width (mm): 1300
Rear Height (in): 68.8
Rear Height (mm): 1748
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 270
Rear Operation: Double Hinged
Rear Width (in): 61.6
Rear Width (mm): 1565
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Sliding
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: Complex Surface
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
LED Lights
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Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: Silver
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Side Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Fixed
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Fixed
Rear Side Windows
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Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1625
Front Axle Weight (lb): 3583
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 5512
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2990
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6592
Payload Allowance (kg): 1228
Payload Allowance (lb): 2707
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1762
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3885
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 1650
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 3638
Tare Weight (kg): 1703
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 100
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1850
Front Axle Weight (lb): 4079
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2750
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 6063
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Train Weight (kg): 6000
Gross Train Weight (lb): 13228
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3550
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 7826
Payload Allowance (kg): 1301
Payload Allowance (lb): 2868
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2249
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4958
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 2000
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 4409
Tare Weight (kg): 2198
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: 3
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
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
Number of Speakers: 4
Bulkhead
Height: Full
Width: Full
Bulkhead Window: yes
Bulkhead
Height: Full
Width: Full
Bulkhead Window: yes
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Floor Covering
Load Area: Wood
Load Area Protection Strips: yes
Floor Covering
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Load Area Side Covering
Exposed Metal: Partial
Type: Plastic/Rubber
Load Area Side Covering
Exposed Metal: Partial
Type: Board
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 4
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Center
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Center
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Manufacturer Name: Blind Spot Warning
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Side Curtain Airbag
—
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front
Autonomous Drive
—
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Sign Response: yes
Lane Departure Warning
—
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Front Seat
Location: Centre
Center Front Seat Type: Bench
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bench
Front Seat
Location: Centre
Center Front Seat Type: Bench
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
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
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Location: Passenger
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: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 3
Configuration: 3+0
Seating
Capacity: 3
Configuration: 3+0
Below Seat Storage
Location: Driver
Below Seat Storage
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Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Ventilation System
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Ventilation System
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Power Locks
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 30000
Distance (miles): 18641
Period (Months): 12
Variable Distance Period: yes
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 30000
Distance (miles): 18641
Period (Months): 12
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