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Overview
Variant
Ascent Sport
Variant
G20 Pure
Body type
Hatchback
Body type
Hatchback
Engine size
2.0 L
Engine size
2.0 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.3 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.4 / 100 km
Power and torque
125kW / 200Nm
Power and torque
114kW / 200Nm
794km
797km
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
5.00 Stars
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Driver Modes
—
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
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
Other Months Subscription Included: 0
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
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
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Virtual Assistant: Siri
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Virtual Assistant: Other
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 8.00
Traffic Info: yes
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 8.8
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Media Control
—
Media Control
Touch Screen: yes
Wheel: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
—
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
USB Charging Port
—
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 119
CO2 Level (Combined): 148
CO2 Level (Urban): 197
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 127
CO2 Level (Combined): 151
CO2 Level (Urban): 193
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 80.5
Engine (cc): 1987
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: M20a-Fks
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 97.6
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Engine
Bore Engine: 83.5
Engine (cc): 1998
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Pe-Vps
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 91.2
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
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 Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Gasoline Direct Injection & Multi-Point
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 13.2
Main Capacity (L): 50
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 11.0
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 13.5
Main Capacity (L): 51
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 11.2
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.00
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 Size (in): 8.8
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Instrument Cluster
—
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Windscreen
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 794
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 493
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 15.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 45
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 37
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 19.6
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.1
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 55
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 46
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 11.8
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 8.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 33
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 28
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 797
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 495
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 15.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 44
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 37
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 18.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.4
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 52
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 44
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 12.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 8.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 34
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 29
Performance
Maximum Speed (km/h): 180
Maximum Speed (mph): 112
Performance
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Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 170
Maximum Power (kW): 125
Maximum Torque (Nm): 200
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6600
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4400
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 155
Maximum Power (kW): 114
Maximum Torque (Nm): 200
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.3
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.4
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Code: Eg60
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
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
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & 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 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 Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
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: 205
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 92
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 92
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: Ga-C
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: Skyactiv-C+
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 7.3
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 208
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 10.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 295
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10200
Front Track (in): 60.2
Front Track (mm): 1530
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 33.5
Overall Height (in): 56.5
Overall Height (mm): 1435
Overall Length (in): 172.2
Overall Length (mm): 4375
Overall Width (in): 70.5
Overall Width (mm): 1790
Rear Track (in): 60.2
Rear Track (mm): 1530
Wheelbase (in): 103.9
Wheelbase (mm): 2640
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10600
Front Track (in): 61.8
Front Track (mm): 1570
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.9
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 150
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 34.8
Overall Height (in): 56.7
Overall Height (mm): 1440
Overall Length (in): 175.6
Overall Length (mm): 4460
Overall Width (in): 70.7
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 79.8
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2028
Overall Width (mm): 1795
Rear Track (in): 62.2
Rear Track (mm): 1580
Wheelbase (in): 107.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2725
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: 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: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Mica
Door Mirrors/Cameras
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
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
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
—
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1300
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2866
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 450
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 992
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1845
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4068
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1320
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2910
Tare Weight (kg): 1290
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 130
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1200
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2646
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 600
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1323
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1317
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2904
Tare Weight (kg): 1286
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 80
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Audio Player Reads MP3: yes
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
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: 6
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Piano Black
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Leather
Handbrake Grip: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
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 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
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
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
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Traffic Sign Response: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Maximum Speed For Operation (km/h): 180
Maximum Speed For Operation (mph): 112
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Maximum Speed For Operation (km/h): 200
Maximum Speed For Operation (mph): 124
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 96.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 83.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20180823
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian: Good
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 86.0
ANCAP Rating Year: 2018
ANCAP Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Good
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 76.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.8 Hybrid
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 98.00
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 89.00
ANCAP Date Tested: 20190501
ANCAP Overall: 5.00
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 81.00
ANCAP Rating Year: 2019
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 76.00
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 2.0 Litre Petrol Lhd
Overtaking Sensor
—
Overtaking Sensor
Buzzer: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
—
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
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
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: 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
Location: Rear Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Ventilation System
—
Ventilation System
Heater Type: Combustion
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 10000
Distance (miles): 6214
Period (Months): 12
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