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Toyota Fortuner vs Honda CR-V
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2025 Toyota Fortuner - GX
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Overview
Variant
GX
Variant
Vti-X+
Body type
SUV
Body type
SUV
Engine size
2.8 L
Engine size
1.5 L
Drive type
4x4
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.6 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.1 / 100 km
Power and torque
150kW / 500Nm
Power and torque
140kW / 240Nm
1053km
803km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
8 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
7
Seats
5
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel type
Unleaded
Safety rating
5 Stars
Safety rating
4 Stars
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
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
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Navigational Systems
Controls: Knobs/Touch Buttons
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Traffic Info: yes
Navigational Systems
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Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Remote Services
Driving History Analysis: yes
Find My Car: yes
Geo Fencing: yes
Months Subscription Included: 12
Speed Alert: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Find My Car: yes
Geo Fencing: yes
Months Subscription Included: 60
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Speed Alert: yes
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 Walk Away Locking: yes
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
Telematics
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USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 1
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Automatic Door Closing
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Automatic Door Closing
Rear Boot Hatch: yes
Voice Activating System
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Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Other
Over Air Updates
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Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Parking Assistance
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Remote HVAC Control
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Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Heating: yes
Months Subscription Included: 60
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 179
CO2 Level (Combined): 201
CO2 Level (Urban): 240
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 133
CO2 Level (Combined): 162
CO2 Level (Urban): 212
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Engine (cc): 2755
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: 1gd-Ftv
Engine (L): 2.8
Number of Cylinders: 4
Engine
Engine (cc): 1498
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.6
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 15.1
Main Capacity (L): 57
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 12.5
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): 8.00
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): 9.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Control Wheel: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1053
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 654
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 13.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 37
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 31
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): 11.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 9.1
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 31
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 26
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 803
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 499
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 14.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 40
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 33
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 17.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.8
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 49
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 41
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 10.8
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 9.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 30
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 25
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 204
Maximum Power (kW): 150
Maximum Torque (Nm): 500
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3400
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1600
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 190
Maximum Power (kW): 140
Maximum Torque (Nm): 240
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1700
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.6
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.1
Differential Lock
Location: Rear
Differential Lock
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Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Part-Time
Selection: Manual
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Code: Ac60f
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Low High Gear Ranges: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Continuously Variable
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: Variable
Shift Lever Location: Dash
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: 2
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: Plastic
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: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
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
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 112
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: S
Front Wheels Tire Type: All Terrain
Front Wheels Tire Width: 265
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 112
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: S
Rear Wheels Tire Type: All Terrain
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 265
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Rear Two Tone: yes
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
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
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 29.0
Departure Angle: 25.0
Ramp Angles
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Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 59.0
Rear Seat Down (L): 1671
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 20.8
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 589
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11600
Front Track (in): 60.6
Front Track (mm): 1540
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 8.5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 216
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 38.1
Overall Height (in): 70.5
Overall Height (mm): 1790
Overall Length (in): 188.8
Overall Length (mm): 4795
Overall Width (in): 73.0
Overall Width (mm): 1855
Rear Track (in): 61.2
Rear Track (mm): 1555
Wheelbase (in): 108.1
Wheelbase (mm): 2745
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 12000
Front Track (in): 63.4
Front Track (mm): 1611
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 7.8
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 198
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 39.4
Overall Height (in): 66.2
Overall Height (mm): 1681
Overall Length (in): 185.2
Overall Length (mm): 4704
Overall Width (in): 73.5
Overall Width (mm): 1866
Rear Track (in): 64.1
Rear Track (mm): 1627
Wheelbase (in): 106.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2701
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.0
Front Headroom (mm): 964
Rear Headroom (in): 36.7
Rear Headroom (mm): 933
Front Leg Room (in): 37.4
Front Leg Room (mm): 950
Rear Leg Room (in): 33.6
Rear Leg Room (mm): 854
Front Shoulder Room (in): 56.4
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1433
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 55.7
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1414
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.0
Front Headroom (mm): 1016
Rear Headroom (in): 38.2
Rear Headroom (mm): 970
Front Hip Room (in): 55.6
Front Hip Room (mm): 1413
Rear Hip Room (in): 52.6
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1336
Front Leg Room (in): 41.3
Front Leg Room (mm): 1050
Rear Leg Room (in): 41.0
Rear Leg Room (mm): 1042
Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.9
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1470
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 55.9
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1421
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: IMV
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: FC2
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Step
Step Location: Side
Side Step Type: Platform
Step
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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: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Paint
External Colour: Blue
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: red
Type: Pearl
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
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
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 3100
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 6834
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2800
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6173
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2175
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4795
Tare Weight (kg): 2116
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 310
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3307
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 600
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1323
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2258
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4978
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1613
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3556
Tare Weight (kg): 1578
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 100
Audio System
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Audio System
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: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
USB (Rear): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 2
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
Instrument Panel: Piano Black
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look / Synthetic Leather
Instrument Panel: Piano Black
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 10
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 Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Location: 3rd Row Seats
3rd Row Seats Number: 2
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
Location: Passenger
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
Third Row Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Third Row Seat Belts
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Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Traffic Sign Response: yes
Traffic Sign Response Activation: Manual
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Jam Assist: yes
Traffic Sign Response: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Brakes: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 95.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 84.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20191001
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 88.0
ANCAP Rating Year: 2019
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 78.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Hilux Dual Cab Utility Rhd
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 88.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 88.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20230901
ANCAP Overall: 4.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 76.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20301231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2024
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 68.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.5 Turbo Vti-X+ Cvt 2wd
Overtaking Sensor
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Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Steering Vibration: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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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: Sports
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 4
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 2
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: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 7
Configuration: 2+3+2
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: Manual
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 10000
Distance (miles): 6214
Period (Months): 6
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 10000
Distance (miles): 6214
Period (Months): 12
Variable Distance Period: yes
Cargo Area
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Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
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