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Matt Campbell
2026 Subaru Forester AWD Touring review
The top-spec petrol version of the Forester is appealing, but your money may arguably be better spent on a more affordable variant.
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Overview
Variant
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Variant
Dynamic Se
Body type
SUV
Body type
SUV
Engine size
2.5 L
Engine size
2.0 L
Drive type
4x4
Drive type
4x4
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.9 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.8 / 100 km
Power and torque
136kW / 247Nm
Power and torque
184kW / 365Nm
797km
1064km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Unleaded
Fuel type
Unleaded
Safety rating
5 Stars
Safety rating
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Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control Linked To Mapping: yes
Adaptive Cruise Control Linked To Mapping Corner Reaction: yes
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Driver Modes
Transmission: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Facial Gesture Control
Location: Front
Facial Gesture Control
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Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
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
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Other
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Alexa
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Camera
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 Memory Seat Adjustments: yes
Includes Walk Away Locking: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Vehicle 360 View Camera
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Vehicle 360 View Camera
3D Enhanced View: yes
Automatic Door Closing
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Automatic Door Closing
Rear Boot Hatch: yes
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
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Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: Unlimited
Memorised Adjustment
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Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Navigational Systems
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Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: Satellite View
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 36
Screen Size (in): 12.30
Traffic Info: yes
Over Air Updates
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Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Parking Assistance
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Parking Assistance
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Remote HVAC Control
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Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Heating: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Remote Services
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Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Find My Car: yes
Location Sharing: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Telematics
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Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Breakdown Assistance: yes
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 210
CO2 Level (Combined): 180
CO2 Level (Urban): 144
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 159
CO2 Level (Combined): 182
CO2 Level (Urban): 221
Standard Met: Eu6 D
Engine
Engine (cc): 2498
Engine Configuration: Horizontal
Engine Code: Fb25
Engine (L): 2.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
Engine
Engine (cc): 1997
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Aj20-P4m
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Compressor
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Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 16.6
Main Capacity (L): 63
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 13.9
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.9
Main Capacity (L): 83
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 18.3
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): 11.60
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 4.20
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 11.40
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Dashboard Centre 2
Dashboard Centre 2 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 2 Screen Size (in): 10.00
Dashboard Centre 2 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
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): 797
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 495
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 12.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 36
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 30
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 14.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 42
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 35
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 9.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 10.1
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 28
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 23
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1064
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 661
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 12.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 36
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 30
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 14.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.8
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 42
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 35
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 10.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 9.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 30
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 25
WLTP ICE Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 883
WLTP ICE Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 549
WLTP ICE Combined (km/L): 10.6
WLTP ICE Combined (L/100km): 9.4
WLTP ICE Combined (miles per UK gallon): 30
WLTP ICE Combined (mpg): 25
WLTP ICE Standard: Wltp Ice
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 185
Maximum Power (kW): 136
Maximum Torque (Nm): 247
Measurement Standard: DIN
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5800
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3700
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 250
Maximum Power (kW): 184
Maximum Torque (Nm): 365
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1300
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.9
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.8
Performance
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Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 7.5
Maximum Speed (km/h): 217
Maximum Speed (mph): 135
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full And Part-Time/Disconnect
Selection: Automatic
Transmission
Code: Tr580
Description: Continuously Variable With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: Variable
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Code: 8hp45
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Touch Controls: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Power Steering
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Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
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 Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Wishbone
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
Responsive Suspension
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Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Suspension Levelling
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Suspension Levelling
Location: Front
Front Operation: Automatic
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Automatic
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 99
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 99
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: 225
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 20
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 109
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Front Wheels Tire Official Brochure Tire Size: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: All Seasons
Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 20
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 109
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Official Brochure Tire Size: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 50
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: All Seasons
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 20
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 20.2
Departure Angle: 25.8
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 23.6
Departure Angle: 25.0
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 60.7
Rear Seat Down (L): 1719
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 17.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 496
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 64.0
Rear Seat Down (L): 1811
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 26.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 748
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10800
Front Track (in): 61.6
Front Track (mm): 1565
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 8.7
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 220
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 35.4
Overall Height (in): 68.1
Overall Height (mm): 1730
Overall Length (in): 183.3
Overall Length (mm): 4655
Overall Width (in): 72.0
Overall Width (mm): 1830
Rear Track (in): 61.8
Rear Track (mm): 1570
Wheelbase (in): 105.1
Wheelbase (mm): 2670
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11950
Front Track (in): 64.6
Front Track (mm): 1640
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 8.4
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 214
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 39.2
Overall Height (in): 66.3
Overall Height (mm): 1683
Overall Length (in): 188.9
Overall Length (mm): 4797
Overall Width Folded Mirror (in): 80.4
Overall Width Folded Mirror (mm): 2041
Overall Width (in): 76.0
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 84.5
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2147
Overall Width (mm): 1930
Rear Track (in): 65.2
Rear Track (mm): 1657
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 40.5
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 12350
Wheelbase (in): 113.1
Wheelbase (mm): 2874
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 41.4
Front Headroom (mm): 1052
Rear Headroom (in): 39.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 1012
Front Hip Room (in): 53.9
Front Hip Room (mm): 1369
Rear Hip Room (in): 53.0
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1346
Front Leg Room (in): 43.0
Front Leg Room (mm): 1093
Rear Leg Room (in): 36.8
Rear Leg Room (mm): 935
Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.0
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1448
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 56.5
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1434
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.1
Front Headroom (mm): 993
Rear Headroom (in): 38.9
Rear Headroom (mm): 988
Front Leg Room (in): 40.3
Front Leg Room (mm): 1023
Rear Leg Room (in): 37.2
Rear Leg Room (mm): 944
Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.2
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1453
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 55.6
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1411
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: SGP
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: Iq[Al] / D7a
Wheelbase Type: Short
Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Trailer Towing Preparation
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Trailer Towing Preparation
Hook Fixture: Removable
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
Exterior Door Handles
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Exterior Door Handles
Flush Handles: Electric
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: Complex Surface
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
Active High Beam: yes
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
External Colour: Black
Type: Mica
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Mica
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
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
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
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1800
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3968
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2223
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4901
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1622
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3576
Tare Weight (kg): 1582
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 180
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2400
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 5291
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2550
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5622
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (kg): 1875
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (lb): 4134
Kerb Weight Includes Driver: yes
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1875
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4134
Tare Weight (kg): 1827
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 240
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Brand Name: Meridian
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Power (W): 400
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 2
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
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: 6
Speakers
Brand: Meridian
Number of Speakers: 11
Subwoofer: yes
Tweeters: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Piano Black
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Luxury Trim
Doors: Alloy
Instrument Panel: Piano Black
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 9
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 Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
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
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Knee Airbags
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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
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Highway Assist: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Includes Collision Avoidance: yes
Includes Display: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor & Camera
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 83.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 91.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20250701
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 86.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20301231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2025
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 75.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 2.5i-S Rhd
Crash Test Results
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Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
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
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Climate Controlled: yes
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 7
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Climate Controlled: yes
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 7
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Rear Outlet: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Individual Rear Digital Display: yes
Individual Rear Location: Individual Rear
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Service
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Roof
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Roof Rails
Colour: Black
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
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