Matt Robinson
2026 Skoda Fabia 130 review: Quick drive
We’re looking at the return of the Fabia RS here – well, sort of, given that it is in fact the 130. But is this newcomer hot enough?
5 Months Ago
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Overview
Variant
Life
Variant
Select
Body type
Hatchback
Body type
Hatchback
Engine size
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Engine size
1.0 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
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Fuel efficiency (combined)
5.0 / 100 km
Power and torque
68kW / 220Nm
Power and torque
85kW / 200Nm
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860km
Warranty
3 years
Warranty
7 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Electric
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
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Safety rating
5 Stars
Specifications
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 0
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 114
Standard Met: EU6
Compressor
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Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
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Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Engine
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Engine
Engine (cc): Unlimited
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Ea211
Engine (L): 1.0
Number of Cylinders: 3
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel Type: Electric
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
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Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 11.4
Main Capacity (L): 43
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 9.5
Main Type: Total
Charging Information
Mode 2 Amps: 10
Mode 2 Duration: 25.00
Mode 2 Scenario: Mode 2
Mode 2 Voltage: 240
Mode 4 amps (A): 32
Mode 4 Duration: 2.60
Mode 4 Scenario: Mode 4
Electric Driven Wheels
Electric Driven Wheels: Front
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 220
Motor 1 Number: 1
Electric Power Source
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Battery Voltage: 400
Maximum Battery (kWh): 41.0
Range (km): 403.00
Range (miles): 250.41
Charging Connector
Type 2 (Mennekes) Charging Cable Included: yes
Type 2 (Mennekes) Type: Type 2 (Mennekes)
Hybrid And Electric Systems
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Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Rim Mounted Sensor: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 7.0
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.25
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 8.00
Instrument Cluster
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Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 14.5
Max Speed On Electric Power Only (km/h): 135
Maximum Speed (km/h): 135
Maximum Speed (mph): 84
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 9.7
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 92
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 92
Maximum Power (kW): 68
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 68
Maximum Torque (Nm): 220
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 220
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 250
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 116
Maximum Power (kW): 85
Maximum Torque (Nm): 200
Measurement Standard: ISO
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2000
Power Consumption
Combined (kWh/100 miles): 21.4
Combined (kWh/100km): 13.3
Combined (Wh/km): 133
Combined (Wh/mile): 214
Power Consumption
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Fuel Consumption
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Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 860
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 534
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 20.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 57
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 47
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 22.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 63
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 52
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 16.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 5.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 48
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 40
Fuel Economy
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Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.0
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Description: Automatic
Number of Speeds: 1
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Code: Dq 200 7f
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Limited Slip Differential
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Limited Slip Differential
Location: Front
Front Type: Electronic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 2
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: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Power Steering
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Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
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
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 79
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 185
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 79
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 185
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
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: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 195
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
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
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: ZOE
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: Mqb A0
Wheelbase Type: Short
Black Trim
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Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Spoiler
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Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: ISO
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 43.3
Rear Seat Down (L): 1225
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 11.9
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 338
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 42.0
Rear Seat Down (L): 1190
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 13.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 380
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10560
Front Track (in): 59.5
Front Track (mm): 1511
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 4.7
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 120
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.6
Overall Height (in): 61.5
Overall Height (mm): 1562
Overall Length (in): 160.8
Overall Length (mm): 4085
Overall Width (in): 68.1
Overall Width (mm): 1730
Rear Track (in): 59.4
Rear Track (mm): 1510
Wheelbase (in): 101.9
Wheelbase (mm): 2588
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 59.5
Front Track (mm): 1511
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.4
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 138
Overall Height (in): 57.4
Overall Height (mm): 1459
Overall Length (in): 161.7
Overall Length (mm): 4108
Overall Width (in): 70.1
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 76.9
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 1954
Overall Width (mm): 1780
Rear Track (in): 58.9
Rear Track (mm): 1495
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 35.1
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10700
Wheelbase (in): 100.9
Wheelbase (mm): 2564
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 35.6
Front Headroom (mm): 904
Rear Headroom (in): 32.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 826
Front Hip Room (in): 54.5
Front Hip Room (mm): 1384
Rear Hip Room (in): 54.7
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1390
Front Shoulder Room (in): 53.7
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1365
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 52.0
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1320
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.6
Front Headroom (mm): 1032
Rear Headroom (in): 38.4
Rear Headroom (mm): 976
Front Hip Room (in): 56.2
Front Hip Room (mm): 1428
Rear Hip Room (in): 55.8
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1417
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.8
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1393
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 53.1
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1350
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: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Complex Surface
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running 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
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Metallic
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
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: Black
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
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
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: Toned
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
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear Side
Privacy Glass
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Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
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Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1965
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4332
Kerb Weight Includes Driver: yes
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1480
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3263
Tare Weight (kg): 1480
Weights
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1697
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3741
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1287
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2837
Tare Weight (kg): 1240
Audio System
Brand Name: Other
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Media Card: yes
Digital Radio: 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
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
Brand: Other
Number of Speakers: 6
Subwoofer: yes
Speakers
Brand: Other
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
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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Media Control
Touch Screen: yes
Media Control
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Voice Activating System
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Voice Activating System
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Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
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: Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Remote Battery Management
Includes Battery Status Checking: yes
Includes Charge Completion Alert: yes
Includes Remote Charge Activation: yes
Includes Timer Remote Charge Activation: yes
Remote Battery Management
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Remote HVAC Control
Includes Internet: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Remote HVAC Control
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Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Driver Modes
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Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
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Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: Unlimited
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: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
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Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Parking Assistance
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
USB Charging Port
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USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Luxury Trim
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Chrome
Luxury Trim
Gear Selector: Chrome And Leather
Instrument Panel: Carbon Fibre Look
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 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 Integrated: yes
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
Front Head Protection: yes
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
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Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Crash Test Results
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Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 85.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 81.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20220801
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 70.0
ANCAP Rating Year: 2021
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 71.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.0 Ambitionlhd
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 Type: Bucket
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
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
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
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Ventilation System
Heater Type: Heat Pump
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
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Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 30000
Distance (miles): 18641
Period (Months): 12
Variable Distance Period: yes
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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