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Seatbelt pretensioners: What are they and how do they work?
GAC came under fire this week for removing the safety feature from its Emzoom small SUV, but how important are seatbelt pretensioners?
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2026 Cupra Terramar - S
1.5L, 7-speed auto, 5-door SUV, Petrol, FWD
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Overview
Variant
Premium
Variant
S
Body type
SUV
Body type
SUV
Engine size
1.5 L
Engine size
1.5 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
Front
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.6 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
5.7 / 100 km
Power and torque
125kW / 270Nm
Power and torque
110kW / 250Nm
712km
965km
Warranty
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Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
—
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
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Safety rating
5 Stars
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Apple Carplay: 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
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Camera
Remote Services
Immobilisation: yes
Remote Services
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USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 1
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
Illuminated Entry System
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Illuminated Entry System
Logo Projection: yes
Memorised Adjustment
—
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Vanity Mirror
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Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
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Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Manufacturer'S Own
Navigational Systems
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Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Screen Size (in): 12.90
Parking Assistance
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Parking Assistance
Front Automatic Braking Whilst: yes
Location: Front
Front Type: Remote Park & Full Auto Park/Exit
Rear Automatic Braking Whilst: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Auto Park & Perpendicular & Exit
Smart Card/Smart Key
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Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 131
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Engine (cc): 1497
Engine (L): 1.5
Engine
Engine (cc): 1498
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: DS9
Engine (L): 1.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
WLTP Emissions
ICE Testing Type: ICE
WLTP Emissions
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Compressor
—
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
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Electrical System
Voltage: 48
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 12.4
Main Capacity (L): 47
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 10.3
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 14.5
Main Capacity (L): 55
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 12.1
Main Type: Total
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 712
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 442
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 15.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 43
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 36
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): 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): 965
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 600
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 17.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 50
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 41
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): 14.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 6.8
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 42
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 35
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 170
Maximum Power (kW): 125
Maximum Torque (Nm): 270
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1400
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 150
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 12
Maximum Power (kW): 110
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 9
Maximum Torque (Nm): 250
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 50
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.6
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.7
Performance
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Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 9.3
Maximum Speed (km/h): 205
Maximum Speed (mph): 127
Secondary Power
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Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 150
Maximum Power (kW): 110
Maximum Torque (Nm): 250
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Manufacturer Name: DSG
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Limited Slip Differential
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Limited Slip Differential
Location: Front
Front Type: Electronic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Painted Calipers: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: 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): 14.60
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 12.90
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 10.25
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Windscreen
Reconfigurable: yes
Computer
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Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Steering Wheel
Multi Function: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Power Steering
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Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-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
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 100
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 100
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: 235
Wheels
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: Mqb-Evo
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Black Trim
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Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 44.9
Rear Seat Down (L): 1271
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 12.0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 341
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: ISO
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 22.7
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 642
External Dimensions
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.7
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 145
Overall Height (in): 63.0
Overall Height (mm): 1600
Overall Length (in): 173.6
Overall Length (mm): 4410
Overall Width (in): 72.8
Overall Width (mm): 1850
Wheelbase (in): 104.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2650
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11490
Front Track (in): 62.6
Front Track (mm): 1590
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 37.7
Overall Height (in): 62.4
Overall Height (mm): 1584
Overall Length (in): 177.9
Overall Length (mm): 4519
Overall Width (in): 73.3
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 82.2
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2087
Overall Width (mm): 1863
Rear Track (in): 62.2
Rear Track (mm): 1580
Wheelbase (in): 105.6
Wheelbase (mm): 2681
Internal Dimensions
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Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 41.7
Front Headroom (mm): 1059
Rear Headroom (in): 38.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 977
Front Hip Room (in): 56.7
Front Hip Room (mm): 1441
Rear Hip Room (in): 55.2
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1401
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
Exterior Door Handles
Flush Handles: Electric
Exterior Door Handles
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Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
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: Front Fog Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Paint
Type: Metallic
Paint
External Colour: Gray
Type: Metallic
Glass Roof
Sunshade Type: Electric
Glass Roof
—
Sunroof
—
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
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
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
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Power Windows
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Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
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Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Rear View Mirror Camera
—
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (kg): 1415
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (lb): 3120
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1370
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3020
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1800
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3968
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2180
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4806
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1730
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3814
Tare Weight (kg): 1696
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 100
Audio System
Touch Screen: yes
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: 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
Brand: Other
Number of Speakers: 6
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 9
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
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 Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
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
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Lane Departure Warning
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Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
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Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Crash Test Results
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Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 89.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 87.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20250701
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 82.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20311231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2025
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 78.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.5 Mhev S Dsg
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 3
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Driver Front Seat Ventilated: yes
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
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 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: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
Marketed As Sustainable Vegan: yes
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 3
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Ventilation System
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Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Hybrid And Electric Systems
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Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Bisg Belt Integrated Starter Gen
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 50
Motor 1 Location: Belt-Integrated Starter Generator
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 12.2
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 9.0
Electric Power Source
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Battery Voltage: 48.0
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 0.50
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Mild Hybrid
Cargo Area
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Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Interior Trim
—
Door Sill Protector
Illuminated: yes
Storage
—
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Locks
—
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Service
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Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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