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Overview
Variant
Life
Variant
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Body type
Hatchback
Body type
Hatchback
Engine size
1.4 L
Engine size
2.0 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
4x4
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.3 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.9 / 100 km
Power and torque
110kW / 250Nm
Power and torque
245kW / 420Nm
794km
696km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
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
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: Unlimited
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
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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: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Wireless Connection: 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
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
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Semi-Automatic Park & Perpendicular
Parking Assistance
Front Automatic Braking Whilst: yes
Location: Front
Front Type: Full Auto Park & Exit
Rear Automatic Braking Whilst: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Auto Park & Exit
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor
Remote Services
Driving History Analysis: yes
Find My Car: yes
Months Subscription Included: 60
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Driving History Analysis: yes
Find My Car: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: 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
Telematics
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
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
Driver Modes
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Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Suspension: yes
Transmission: yes
Memorised Adjustment
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Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Voice Activating System
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Voice Activating System
AI-Powered: yes
Virtual Assistant: Other
Navigational Systems
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Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: Satellite View
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 36
Screen Size (in): 10.10
Traffic Info: yes
Over Air Updates
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Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
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 (Combined): 143
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 180
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Engine (cc): 1395
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Djka
Engine (L): 1.4
Number of Cylinders: 4
Engine
Engine (cc): 1984
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 98
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
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: 14.5
Main Capacity (L): 55
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 12.1
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): 10.30
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 10.20
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 Roller Control: yes
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
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): 19.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 54
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 45
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 12.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 8.1
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 35
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 29
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 696
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 432
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 12.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 36
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 30
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 150
Maximum Power (kW): 110
Maximum Torque (Nm): 250
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 333
Maximum Power (kW): 245
Maximum Torque (Nm): 420
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5600
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2100
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.3
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.9
Performance
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Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 4.7
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Front
Front Type: Electronic
Limited Slip Differential
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Transmission
Code: Aq300
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Manufacturer Name: S Tronic
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
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: 4
Painted Calipers: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
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 Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Alternate Suspension
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Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Responsive Suspension
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Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 19
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 19
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
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
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
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): 8.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: Mqb-Evo
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: Mqb-Evo
Wheelbase Type: Short
Black Trim
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Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Exhaust Pipe: yes
Spoiler
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Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 43.4
Rear Seat Down (L): 1230
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 13.2
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 374
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 40.4
Rear Seat Down (L): 1145
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 11.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 325
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 60.4
Front Track (mm): 1533
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.3
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 134
Overall Height (in): 58.3
Overall Height (mm): 1480
Overall Length (in): 168.6
Overall Length (mm): 4282
Overall Width (in): 70.4
Overall Width (mm): 1789
Rear Track (in): 59.2
Rear Track (mm): 1503
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 36.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11100
Wheelbase (in): 103.6
Wheelbase (mm): 2631
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 60.8
Front Track (mm): 1545
Overall Height (in): 56.6
Overall Height (mm): 1438
Overall Length (in): 171.3
Overall Length (mm): 4351
Overall Width (in): 71.5
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 78.1
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 1984
Overall Width (mm): 1816
Rear Track (in): 59.8
Rear Track (mm): 1519
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 36.4
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11100
Wheelbase (in): 103.8
Wheelbase (mm): 2636
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.1
Front Headroom (mm): 1018
Rear Headroom (in): 38.1
Rear Headroom (mm): 968
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.5
Front Headroom (mm): 1028
Rear Headroom (in): 37.6
Rear Headroom (mm): 955
Front Hip Room (in): 57.4
Front Hip Room (mm): 1459
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.8
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1392
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 53.0
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1346
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: Complex Surface
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
Headlight Control
Active High Beam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Fog Light Function: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Matrix: yes
Paint
External Colour: Blue
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Pearl
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 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: Alloy
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: Alloy
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): 1500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3307
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 690
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1521
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1810
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3990
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1409
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3106
Tare Weight (kg): 1345
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 80
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2020
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4453
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1610
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3549
Tare Weight (kg): 1576
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 0
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Power (W): 680
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: 6
Speakers
3D Enhancement: yes
Brand: Sonos
Number of Speakers: 15
Subwoofer: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Luxury Trim
Doors: Synthetic Leather
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy
Doors: Synthetic Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy
Door Sill Protector
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Door Sill Protector
Illuminated: yes
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 9
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
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
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Head Restraints
Front Seats Integrated: yes
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
Location: Rear
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
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Jam Assist: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Includes Collision Avoidance: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 88.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 87.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20231001
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 74.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20251231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2022
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 76.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Golf 1.5 Litre Petrol Comfortline Lhd 5 Door Hatch
Crash Test Results
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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 Lumbar Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: 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 Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic 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: 1
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 3
Rear Control For Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Roof
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Roof Rails
Colour: Black
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Remote
Front Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
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