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William Stopford
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Overview
Variant
Rear-Wheel Drive
Variant
Ascent
Body type
SUV
Body type
Sedan
Engine size
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Engine size
2.5 L
Drive type
Rear
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
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Fuel efficiency (combined)
4.0 / 100 km
Power and torque
220kW / 350Nm
Power and torque
170kW / -Nm
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1250km
Warranty
4 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Doors
4
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Electric
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
5 Stars
Safety rating
5 Stars
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control Linked To Mapping: yes
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Automatic Door Closing
Rear Boot Hatch: yes
Automatic Door Closing
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Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Wheel Position: yes
Memorised Adjustment
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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: Manufacturer'S Own
Voice Activating System
Includes Air Conditioning: yes
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Virtual Assistant: Manufacturer'S Own
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Includes EV Intelligent Route Planning: yes
Information Type: Satellite View
Map Updates Months of Subscription: Unlimited
Screen Size (in): 15.00
Traffic Info: yes
Navigational Systems
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Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Over Air Updates
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Parking Assistance
Location: Front
Front Type: Remote Park
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Camera
Remote Battery Management
Includes Battery Status Checking: yes
Includes Charge Completion Alert: yes
Includes Remote Battery Pre Heating: yes
Includes Remote Charge Activation: yes
Includes Timer Remote Charge Activation: yes
Months Subscription Included: Unlimited
Remote Battery Management
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Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Heating: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Steering Wheel Heating: yes
Includes Timer: yes
Months Subscription Included: Unlimited
Remote HVAC Control
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Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Find My Car: yes
Geo Fencing: yes
Immobilisation: yes
Location Sharing: yes
Months Subscription Included: Unlimited
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Remote Seat Heating Control: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Speed Alert: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Tow Away Alert: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Vehicle Start: yes
Remote Services
Driving History Analysis: yes
Find My Car: yes
Geo Fencing: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Speed Alert: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Memory Seat Adjustments: yes
Includes Programmable Settings: yes
Includes Walk Away Locking: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 3
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 3
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Entertainment Display Screen
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Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Front Screen Size (in): 7.00
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
Telematics
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Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: 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): 0
CO2 Level (Combined): 0
CO2 Level (Urban): 0
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 91
CO2 Level (Combined): 91
CO2 Level (Urban): 91
Standard Met: EU6
Energy Recuperation
Single Pedal Driving: yes
Energy Recuperation
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Engine
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Engine
Engine (cc): 2487
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: A25a-Fxs
Engine (L): 2.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Minimum 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 System
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Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Gasoline Direct Injection & Multi-Point
Fuel Tanks
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Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 13.2
Main Capacity (L): 50
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 11.0
Main Type: Total
Charging Information
Mode 2 Amps: 10
Mode 2 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 2.00
Mode 2 Scenario: Mode 2
Mode 2 State of Charge Ends At (%): 100
Mode 2 State of Charge Starts At (%): 0
Mode 2 Voltage: 230
Mode 3 amps (A): 16
Mode 3 Calc Duration Max Supplied 0% To 100%: 5.99
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 3.7 kW 0% To 100%: 17.92
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 7.4 kW 0% To 100%: 8.96
Mode 3 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 11.00
Mode 3 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 11.00
Mode 3 Scenario: Mode 3
Mode 3 State of Charge Ends At (%): 100
Mode 3 State of Charge Starts At (%): 0
Mode 3 Voltage: 400
Mode 4 Calc Duration Max Supplied 10% To 80%: 0.33
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 100 kW 10% To 80%: 0.57
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 50 kW 10% To 80%: 1.14
Mode 4 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 170.00
Mode 4 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 170.00
Mode 4 Scenario: Mode 4
Mode 4 State of Charge Ends At (%): 80
Mode 4 State of Charge Starts At (%): 0
Charging Information
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Electric Driven Wheels
Electric Driven Wheels: Rear
Electric Driven Wheels
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Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 350
Motor 1 Location: Rear
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 299.2
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 220.0
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 208
Motor 1 Location: Transmission-Integrated Motor Generator
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 136.0
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 100.0
Electric Power Source
Actively Heated Cooled Battery: yes
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
High Power Charger: yes
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 60.00
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Onboard Charger: 11.0
Range (km): 510.00
Range (miles): 316.90
Wall Charger: yes
Electric Power Source
Battery (Ah): 4.0
Battery Cell Count: 70
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Battery Voltage: 259.0
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 1.00
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Charging Connector
CCS (Combo) Charging Socket DC 1: yes
CCS (Combo) Location of DC 1 Socket: Rear Side
CCS (Combo) Type: Ccs (Combo)
Type 2 (Mennekes) Charging Socket AC 1: yes
Type 2 (Mennekes) Location of AC 1 Socket: Rear Side
Type 2 (Mennekes) Type: Type 2 (Mennekes)
Charging Connector
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Hybrid Type
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Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Active Hybrid
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Roller Control: yes
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 15.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Television: yes
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: 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): 7.00
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
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Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 6.9
Max Speed On Electric Power Only (km/h): 217
Maximum Speed (km/h): 217
Maximum Speed (mph): 135
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 7.2
Maximum Speed (km/h): 180
Maximum Speed (mph): 112
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 299
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 299
Maximum Power (kW): 220
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 220
Maximum Torque (Nm): 350
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 350
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 0
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 231
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 136
Maximum Power (kW): 170
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 100
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 208
Measurement Standard: SAE
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Fuel Consumption
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Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1250
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 777
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 25.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 4.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 71
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 59
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 25.0
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.0
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 71
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 59
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 25.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 4.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 71
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 59
Fuel Economy
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Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 4.0
Secondary Power
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Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 188
Maximum Power (kW): 138
Maximum Torque (Nm): 221
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3600
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Electronic
Limited Slip Differential
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Transmission
Description: Automatic
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 1
Shift Lever Location: Column
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Code: P710
Description: Continuously Variable With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Manufacturer Name: Ecvt
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: 4
Painted Calipers: yes
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
Electric Adjustment: yes
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Synthetic Leather
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Alternate Suspension
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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: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Wishbone
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 20
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 100
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 20
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 100
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 94
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 94
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: 215
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 19
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.5
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: Tesla2
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: Tnga-K
Wheelbase Type: Short
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 4.1
Frunk Capacity (L): 116
Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 18.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 524
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 12100
Front Track (in): 64.4
Front Track (mm): 1636
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.6
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 167
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 39.7
Overall Height (in): 63.9
Overall Height (mm): 1624
Overall Length (in): 187.0
Overall Length (mm): 4750
Overall Width Folded Mirror (in): 77.9
Overall Width Folded Mirror (mm): 1978
Overall Width (in): 75.6
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 83.8
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2129
Overall Width (mm): 1921
Rear Track (in): 64.4
Rear Track (mm): 1636
Wheelbase (in): 113.8
Wheelbase (mm): 2890
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11400
Front Track (in): 62.6
Front Track (mm): 1590
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.7
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 145
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 37.4
Overall Height (in): 56.9
Overall Height (mm): 1445
Overall Length (in): 193.7
Overall Length (mm): 4920
Overall Width Folded Mirror (in): 73.4
Overall Width Folded Mirror (mm): 1865
Overall Width (in): 72.4
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 83.5
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2120
Overall Width (mm): 1840
Rear Track (in): 63.0
Rear Track (mm): 1600
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 40.0
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 12200
Wheelbase (in): 111.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2825
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 41.0
Front Headroom (mm): 1041
Rear Headroom (in): 39.4
Rear Headroom (mm): 1001
Front Hip Room (in): 53.8
Front Hip Room (mm): 1367
Rear Hip Room (in): 50.6
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1286
Front Leg Room (in): 41.9
Front Leg Room (mm): 1063
Rear Leg Room (in): 40.5
Rear Leg Room (mm): 1029
Front Shoulder Room (in): 56.4
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1432
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 54.1
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1373
Internal Dimensions
Front Hip Room (in): 60.4
Front Hip Room (mm): 1535
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
Exterior Door Handles
Flush Handles: Manual
Exterior Door Handles
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Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Rear Door
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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
Active High Beam: yes
Digital Matrix: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Fog Light Function: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Lane Highlighting: yes
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Paint
External Colour: Black
Multi Coat: yes
Type: Mica
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
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 Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
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 Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
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
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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
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Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1600
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3527
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2405
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5302
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1909
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4209
Tare Weight (kg): 1909
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 400
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 882
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 400
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 882
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2100
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4630
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1565
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3450
Tare Weight (kg): 1535
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: FM
System Power (W): 630
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: 3
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
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: 14
Subwoofer: yes
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Cargo Area
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Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Synthetic Leather
Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Luxury Trim
Doors: Alloy Look
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 8
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 Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: 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 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
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Highway Assist: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Jam Assist: yes
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Sign Response: yes
Traffic Sign Response Activation: Manual
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Includes Collision Avoidance: yes
Includes Display: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 97.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 89.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20220101
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 82.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20281231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2022
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 98.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: LHD
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 95.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 87.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20240901
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 84.0
ANCAP Rating Year: 2024
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 81.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Ascent Sport 2.5 Hybrid
Knee Airbags
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Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Front Seat
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: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 4
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
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: 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: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Marketed As Sustainable Vegan: yes
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
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
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Electric Heater: yes
Heat Pump: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Electric Heater: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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