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    2021 Toyota Corolla - Ascent Sport

    2021 Toyota Corolla - Ascent Sport

    2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD

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    2023 Mazda 3 - G20 Pure

    2023 Mazda 3 - G20 Pure

    2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD

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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 Stars
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    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: Knobs/Touch Buttons
    Information Type: 3d And Voice
    Screen Size (in): 8.80
    Parking Distance System
    Location: Rear
    Rear Type: Camera
    Parking Distance System
    Location: Rear
    Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
    Smart Card/Smart Key
    —
    Smart Card/Smart Key
    Includes Keyless Start: yes
    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
    Stroke Engine: 91.2
    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
    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
    Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Control Wheel: yes
    Location: Dashboard Centre 1
    Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
    Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.80
    Low Tire Pressure Indicator
    —
    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
    —
    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
    Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
    Frunk Capacity (L): 0
    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): 56.5
    Overall Height (mm): 1435
    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: Brake 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
    Colour Screen: yes
    Digital Radio: yes
    Radio Type: Am/Fm
    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
    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
    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: 98.0
    ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 89.0
    ANCAP Date Tested: 20190501
    ANCAP Overall: 5.0
    ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 81.0
    ANCAP Rating Year: 2019
    ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 76.0
    ANCAP Standard: Ancap
    ANCAP Version Tested: 2.0 Litre Petrol Lhd
    Overtaking Sensor
    —
    Overtaking Sensor
    Active Without Turn Signal: 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
    Engine Heater: yes
    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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