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BMW 3 Series marks half a century of production
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Overview
Variant
M Sport
Variant
S
Body type
Sedan
Body type
Sedan
Engine size
2.0 L
Engine size
—
Drive type
Rear
Drive type
4x4
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.5 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
—
Power and torque
190kW / 400Nm
Power and torque
500kW / 740Nm
908km
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Warranty
5 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
4
Doors
4
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Fuel type
Electric
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: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Suspension: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Suspension: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Vehicle 360 View Camera
3D Enhanced View: yes
Vehicle 360 View Camera
3D Enhanced View: yes
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: Unlimited
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
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Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Wheel Position: yes
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
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
AI-Powered: yes
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 36
Screen Size (in): 14.90
Traffic Info: yes
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Includes EV Intelligent Route Planning: yes
Information Type: Satellite View
Screen Size (in): 12.30
Traffic Info: yes
Over Air Updates
Type: Os Version
Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Parking Assistance
Rear Automatic Braking Whilst: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Auto Park & Perpendicular & Exit
Parking Assistance
Location: Front
Front Type: Semi-Auto Park, Perpendicular & Exit
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Semi-Auto Park, Perpendicular & Exit
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
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: Sensor & Camera
Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Heating: yes
Includes Key: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Timer: yes
Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Heating: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Timer: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Driving History Analysis: yes
Find My Car: yes
Location Sharing: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Remote Services
Driving History Analysis: yes
Find My Car: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Tow Away Alert: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Memory Seat Adjustments: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Breakdown Assistance: yes
Concierge Months Included: 36
Concierge Service: yes
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Breakdown Assistance: yes
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: 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
Automatic Door Closing
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Automatic Door Closing
Rear Boot Hatch: yes
Remote Battery Management
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Remote Battery Management
Includes Battery Status Checking: yes
Includes Remote Battery Pre Heating: yes
Includes Remote Charge Activation: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Compressor
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Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 149
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 0
CO2 Level (Combined): 0
CO2 Level (Urban): 0
Standard Met: ZEV
Engine
Engine (cc): 1998
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: B48b20o1
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Engine
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Energy Recuperation
—
Energy Recuperation
Level Selection: yes
Single Pedal Driving: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 15.6
Main Capacity (L): 59
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 13.0
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
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Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
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Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
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): 14.90
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 10.10
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Windscreen
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Windscreen
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 908
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 564
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 15.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 44
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 36
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 17.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 50
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 41
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 12.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 8.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 35
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 29
Fuel Consumption
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Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 5.8
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 3.4
Max Speed On Electric Power Only (km/h): 245
Maximum Speed (km/h): 245
Maximum Speed (mph): 152
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 258
Maximum Power (kW): 190
Maximum Torque (Nm): 400
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1550
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 680
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 680
Maximum Power (kW): 500
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 500
Maximum Torque (Nm): 740
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 740
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 0
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.5
Fuel Economy
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Power Consumption
—
Power Consumption
Combined (km/kWh): 0.2
Combined (kWh/100 miles): 32.0
Combined (kWh/100km): 19.9
Combined (kWh/km): 0.5
Combined (kWh/mile): 0.3
Combined (miles/kWh): 0.3
Combined (Wh/km): 199
Combined (Wh/mile): 320
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Transmission
Code: Ga8l51cz
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Automatic
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 2
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Limited Slip Differential
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Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Electronic
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: 4
Painted Calipers: yes
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Touch Controls: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Alternate Suspension
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Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
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: air
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: air
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Wishbone
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Levelling
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Suspension Levelling
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 19
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 93
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Front Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 19
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 92
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Rear Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 21
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 103
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 21
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 108
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 285
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 19
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Rear Two Tone: yes
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 20
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 11.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: Clar
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: J1
Wheelbase Type: Short
Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Spoiler
Location: Boot/Hatch
Spoiler
Electrically Deployed Trunk/Hatch Spoiler: yes
Location: Boot/Hatch
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: ISO
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 17.0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 480
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 2.7
Frunk Capacity (L): 77
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 14.3
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 405
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 61.9
Front Track (mm): 1573
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.6
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 141
Overall Height (in): 56.7
Overall Height (mm): 1440
Overall Length (in): 185.6
Overall Length (mm): 4713
Overall Width (in): 71.9
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 81.4
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2068
Overall Width (mm): 1827
Rear Track (in): 61.7
Rear Track (mm): 1568
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 37.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11400
Wheelbase (in): 112.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2851
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 67.3
Front Track (mm): 1710
Overall Height (in): 55.2
Overall Height (mm): 1402
Overall Length (in): 197.0
Overall Length (mm): 5004
Overall Width (in): 77.3
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 85.0
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2158
Overall Width (mm): 1964
Rear Track (in): 65.6
Rear Track (mm): 1667
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 38.1
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11600
Wheelbase (in): 114.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2901
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.6
Front Headroom (mm): 1030
Rear Headroom (in): 37.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 961
Front Hip Room (in): 57.3
Front Hip Room (mm): 1456
Rear Hip Room (in): 57.5
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1460
Front Leg Room (in): 41.7
Front Leg Room (mm): 1058
Rear Leg Room (in): 35.4
Rear Leg Room (mm): 899
Front Shoulder Room (in): 56.0
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1422
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 54.6
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1387
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.4
Front Headroom (mm): 1000
Rear Headroom (in): 36.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 927
Front Hip Room (in): 56.4
Front Hip Room (mm): 1433
Rear Hip Room (in): 53.8
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1366
Front Shoulder Room (in): 58.7
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1490
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 57.1
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1451
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
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Laser
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Complex Surface
LED 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
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Fog Light Function: yes
Headlight Control
Active High Beam: yes
Digital Matrix: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Fog Light Function: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: Gray
Type: Pearl
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Remote
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Sunroof
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Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
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Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Synthetic Suede
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 Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Auto-Dimming Passenger Door Mirrors: yes
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
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: 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
Privacy Glass
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Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1800
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3968
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 745
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1642
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2080
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4586
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1525
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3362
Tare Weight (kg): 1488
Weights
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2840
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6261
Kerb Weight Includes Driver: yes
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2385
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 5258
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Power (W): 205
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Power (W): 710
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
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: 10
Surround Sound: yes
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Speakers
3D Enhancement: yes
Brand: Bang & Olufsen
Number of Speakers: 16
Subwoofer: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy
Doors: Alloy
Gear Selector: Piano Black
Instrument Panel: Alloy & Synthetic Leather
Luxury Trim
Doors: Suede
Instrument Panel: Leather
Door Sill Protector
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Door Sill Protector
Illuminated: yes
Type: Carbon Fibre
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 8
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 8
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
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
Front Seats Active: yes
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
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Jam Assist: yes
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Highway Assist: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Jam Assist: yes
Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor & Camera
Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Includes Collision Avoidance: yes
Steering Vibration: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor & Camera
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor & Camera
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 97.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 87.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20191001
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 87.0
ANCAP Rating Year: 2019
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 77.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 320d Lhd
Crash Test Results
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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 Thigh Support Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
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: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
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 Memory
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 7
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Driver Front Seat Ventilated: 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 Thigh Support Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Premium Leather
Main Seat Material: Premium 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: 3
Rear Control For Climate Control: yes
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 3
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Ventilation System
Electric Heater: yes
Heat Pump: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 30000
Distance (miles): 18641
Period (Months): 24
Hybrid And Electric Systems
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Charging Information
Mode 2 Amps: 10
Mode 2 Duration: 41.00
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%: 10.49
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 3.7 kW 0% To 100%: 31.35
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 7.4 kW 0% To 100%: 15.68
Mode 3 Duration: 11.00
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: 230
Mode 4 Calc Duration Max Supplied 10% To 80%: 0.31
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 100 kW 10% To 80%: 1.00
Mode 4 Calculated Duration 50 kW 10% To 80%: 1.99
Mode 4 Duration: 0.30
Mode 4 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 320.00
Mode 4 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 320.00
Mode 4 Scenario: Mode 4
Mode 4 State of Charge Ends At (%): 80
Mode 4 State of Charge Starts At (%): 5
Electric Driven Wheels
Electric Driven Wheels: 4x4
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 305
Motor 1 Location: Front
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 238.0
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 175.0
Motor 2 Electric Motor Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 2 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 590
Motor 2 Motor Location: Rear
Motor 2 Number: 2
Motor 2 Power Output Motor (hp/PS): 435.2
Motor 2 Power Output Motor (kW): 320.0
Electric Power Source
Actively Heated Cooled Battery: yes
Battery Cell Count: 396
Battery Cell Type: Pouch
Battery Supplier: Lg Energy Solution
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Battery Voltage: 800.0
High Power Charger: yes
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 105.00
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Onboard Charger: 11.0
Range (km): 558.00
Range (miles): 346.73
Useable Battery (kWh): 97.00
Wall Charger: yes
Charging Connector
CCS (Combo) Charging Socket DC 1: yes
CCS (Combo) Location of DC 1 Socket: Front Side
CCS (Combo) Type: Ccs (Combo)
Type 2 (Mennekes) Charging Socket AC 1: yes
Type 2 (Mennekes) Charging Socket AC 2: yes
Type 2 (Mennekes) Location of AC 1 Socket: Front Side
Type 2 (Mennekes) Location of AC 2 Socket: Front Side
Type 2 (Mennekes) Type: Type 2 (Mennekes)
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