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Ben Zachariah
2026 Volkswagen Transporter review: Quick drive
It’s an all-new generation of the Volkswagen Transporter, bringing big advancements in ride and handling – and an electric model.
3 Months Ago
Volkswagen Transporter vs LDV Deliver 9
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Overview
Variant
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Variant
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Body type
Panel Van
Body type
Panel Van
Engine size
2.0 L
Engine size
2.0 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
Rear
Fuel efficiency (combined)
7.9 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
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Power and torque
125kW / 390Nm
Power and torque
128kW / 420Nm
886km
899km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
7 years
Doors
4
Doors
4
Seats
2
Seats
3
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel type
Diesel
Safety rating
—
Safety rating
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Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Electric Trunk Hatch Pull Down
Manufacturer Name: Power Remote Tailgate
Electric Trunk Hatch Pull Down
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Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Bluetooth
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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 Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Number of Months Subscription: 0
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Reading Lights
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Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
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Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Voice Activating System
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Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Data Feed: Sd Card
Display Type: Colour
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 13.00
Navigational Systems
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Assistance
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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
Remote Services
Driving History Analysis: yes
Months Subscription Included: 60
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Remote Services
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Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Electric
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
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Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
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USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Location: Rear
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
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
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Engine (cc): 1968
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Engine
Engine (cc): 1996
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Sc20m150q5
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 18.5
Main Capacity (L): 70
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 15.4
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.6
Main Type: Total
Fuel System
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Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
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Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Rim Mounted Sensor: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 13.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.00
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 4.20
Instrument Cluster
Type: Full Digital
Instrument Cluster
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Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 886
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 551
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
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 899
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 559
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 16.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 6.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 47
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 39
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 170
Maximum Power (kW): 125
Maximum Torque (Nm): 390
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 174
Maximum Power (kW): 128
Maximum Torque (Nm): 420
Measurement Standard: ISO
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.9
Fuel Economy
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Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Transmission
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Dash
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Automatic
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 8
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
Power Steering
Type: Electro-Hydraulic
Power Steering
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Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Synthetic Leather
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Alternate Suspension
Type: Other
Alternate Suspension
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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: Trailing Arm
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: Leaf
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 109
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 109
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 121
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: S
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 121
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: S
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 21.2
Departure Angle: 16.2
Ramp Angles
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Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume (cu ft): 204.8
Cargo Volume (L): 5800
Length (in): 102.4
Length (mm): 2602
Loading Floor Height (in): 22.6
Loading Floor Height (mm): 575
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume (cu ft): 341.1
Cargo Volume (L): 9660
Height (in): 70.6
Height (mm): 1800
Length (in): 118.9
Length (mm): 3019
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 53.8
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1366
Width (in): 70.9
Width (mm): 1800
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11800
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 38.7
Overall Height (in): 77.9
Overall Height (mm): 1978
Overall Length (in): 198.8
Overall Length (mm): 5050
Overall Width (in): 89.6
Overall Width (mm): 2275
Rear Overhang (in): 39.1
Rear Overhang (mm): 993
Wheelbase (in): 122.0
Wheelbase (mm): 3100
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 13000
Front Track (in): 68.2
Front Track (mm): 1732
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.9
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 150
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 42.7
Overall Height (in): 100.6
Overall Height (mm): 2555
Overall Length (in): 218.3
Overall Length (mm): 5546
Overall Width (in): 81.2
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 97.1
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2466
Overall Width (mm): 2062
Rear Track (in): 68.6
Rear Track (mm): 1743
Wheelbase (in): 132.5
Wheelbase (mm): 3366
Body Style
Body Type: Panel Van
Local Body Type: Panel Van
Platform Code: T7
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Panel Van
Local Body Type: Panel Van
Roof Type: Semi-High
Wheelbase Type: Medium
Step
Illuminated Side Step: yes
Step Location: Side
Step
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Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Doors
Driver Height (in): 50.5
Driver Height (mm): 1282
Driver Location: Driver
Driver Opening Angle: 180
Driver Operation: Sliding
Driver Width (in): 40.0
Driver Width (mm): 1017
Passenger Height (in): 51.2
Passenger Height (mm): 1301
Passenger Internal Handles: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Opening Angle: 0
Passenger Operation: Sliding
Passenger Width (in): 40.6
Passenger Width (mm): 1030
Rear Height (in): 81.2
Rear Height (mm): 2062
Rear Internal Handles: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 90
Rear Operation: Lifting Gate
Rear Width (in): 55.1
Rear Width (mm): 1400
Cargo Doors
Passenger Height (in): 61.8
Passenger Height (mm): 1570
Location: Passenger
Passenger Operation: Sliding
Passenger Width (in): 50.0
Passenger Width (mm): 1269
Rear Height (in): 65.2
Rear Height (mm): 1656
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 180
Rear Operation: Double Hinged
Rear Width (in): 61.8
Rear Width (mm): 1570
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Driver Auxiliary Door Shut: yes
Rear Driver Electric Door: yes
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Sliding
Rear Passenger Auxiliary Door Shut: yes
Rear Passenger Electric Door: yes
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Sliding
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Body Colour
Exterior Door Handles
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Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
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
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Headlight Control
Height Adjustment: Manual
Paint
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Side Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Fixed
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Fixed
Rear Side Windows
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Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1680
Front Axle Weight (lb): 3704
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2800
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 6173
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3225
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 7110
Manufacturer Driver Weight (kg): 75
Manufacturer Driver Weight (lb): 165
Payload Allowance (kg): 934
Payload Allowance (lb): 2059
Payload Inc Driver (kg): 1062
Payload Inc Driver (lb): 2341
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2291
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 5051
Tare Weight (kg): 2240
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 112
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1672
Front Axle Weight (lb): 3686
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2800
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 6173
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3800
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 8378
Payload Allowance (kg): 1450
Payload Allowance (lb): 3196
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2351
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 5182
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 2128
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 4691
Tare Weight (kg): 2291
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 3
Bulkhead
Solid Bulkhead Height: Full
Type: Solid
Solid Bulkhead Width: Full
Solid Bulkhead Window: yes
Bulkhead
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Load Restraint
Sliding Anchorage Points: yes
Type: Hooks
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Overall Bulkhead Size
Full Height: yes
Full Width: yes
Overall Bulkhead Size
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Floor Covering
Load Area: Plastic/Rubber
Floor Covering
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Load Area Side Covering
Type: Plastic/Rubber
Load Area Side Covering
Exposed Metal: Partial
Type: Plastic/Rubber
Luxury Trim
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Luxury Trim
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
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
Center Seat Position: Center
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
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Front Head Protection: yes
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
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Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Traffic Sign Response: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Manufacturer Name: Lane Change Assist (Lca)
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Manufacturer Code: Blind Spot Detection (Bsd)
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Front Seat
Location: Centre
Center Front Seat Type: Bench
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Swivelling: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Swivelling: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat
Location: Centre
Center Front Seat Type: Bench
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 Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bench
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Vinyl
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Seating
Capacity: 3
Configuration: 3+0
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 1
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Auxiliary Heater
Type: Independent Burner With Timer
Auxiliary Heater
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Rear Heater
Type: Engine Coolant System
Rear Heater
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Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
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Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Power Locks
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 30000
Distance (miles): 18641
Period (Months): 12
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