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Overview
Variant
Premium
Variant
Sports+
Body type
SUV
Body type
SUV
Engine size
1.5 L
Engine size
—
Drive type
Front
Drive type
4x4
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.6 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
—
Power and torque
125kW / 270Nm
Power and torque
440kW / 720Nm
712km
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Warranty
—
Warranty
6 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
—
Fuel type
Electric
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 & Go
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Mobile Integration
—
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
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
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
Automatic Door Closing
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Automatic Door Closing
Rear Boot Hatch: 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
Includes EV Intelligent Route Planning: yes
Information Type: Full Map And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: Unlimited
Screen Size (in): 14.60
Traffic Info: yes
Over Air Updates
—
Over Air Updates
Type: Ota Updates
Parking Assistance
—
Parking Assistance
Rear Automatic Braking Whilst: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Remote Battery Management
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Remote Battery Management
Includes Battery Status Checking: yes
Remote HVAC Control
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Remote HVAC Control
Includes Key: yes
Includes Phone: yes
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): 0
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Engine (cc): 1497
Engine (L): 1.5
Engine
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WLTP Emissions
ICE Testing Type: ICE
WLTP Emissions
BEV (Combined): 0.0
BEV Testing Type: BEV
Electrical System
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Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Energy Recuperation
—
Energy Recuperation
Level Selection: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 12.4
Main Capacity (L): 47
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 10.3
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
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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 Standard: Adr 81/02
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): 598
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 598
Maximum Power (kW): 440
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 440
Maximum Torque (Nm): 720
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 720
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.6
Fuel Economy
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Performance
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Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 4.0
Max Speed On Electric Power Only (km/h): 190
Maximum Speed (km/h): 190
Maximum Speed (mph): 118
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Transmission
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Description: Automatic
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 1
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
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): 14.60
Dashboard Centre 1 Television: yes
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Roller Control: yes
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 10.25
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
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: Leather Covered
Power Steering
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Power Steering
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
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 103
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 103
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 245
Wheels
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 20
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Spoiler
Location: Roof
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): 1.1
Frunk Capacity (L): 32
Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 49.8
Rear Seat Down (L): 1410
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 20.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 581
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): 11200
Front Track (in): 64.0
Front Track (mm): 1625
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 7.1
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 180
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 36.7
Overall Height (in): 66.1
Overall Height (mm): 1680
Overall Length (in): 186.6
Overall Length (mm): 4739
Overall Width (in): 74.8
Overall Width (mm): 1900
Rear Track (in): 63.8
Rear Track (mm): 1620
Wheelbase (in): 111.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2825
Ramp Angles
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Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 17.0
Departure Angle: 23.0
Internal Dimensions
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Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.7
Front Headroom (mm): 1009
Rear Headroom (in): 40.0
Rear Headroom (mm): 1015
Front Leg Room (in): 36.9
Front Leg Room (mm): 937
Rear Leg Room (in): 37.4
Rear Leg Room (mm): 951
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
Flush Handles: Manual
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
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Paint
Type: Metallic
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Metallic
Glass Roof
Sunshade Type: Electric
Glass Roof
Sunshade Type: Electric
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: Toned
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
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
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
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 Vehicle Weight (kg): 2460
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5423
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1980
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4365
Tare Weight (kg): 1980
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
3D Enhancement: yes
Number of Speakers: 12
Subwoofer: 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 Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
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
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
Traffic Jam Assist: yes
Lane Departure Warning
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Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
—
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Includes Collision Avoidance: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
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: 20240901
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 77.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20301231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2024
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 77.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Bev 69.9kwh Design
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: 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
Passenger Front Seat Heated: 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
Passenger Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
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: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
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Ventilation System
Heat Pump: yes
Hybrid And Electric Systems
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Charging Information
Mode 2 Amps: 5
Mode 2 Scenario: Mode 2
Mode 2 State of Charge Ends At (%): 80
Mode 2 State of Charge Starts At (%): 30
Mode 2 Voltage: 120
Mode 3 amps (A): 10
Mode 3 Duration: 4.00
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 (%): 80
Mode 3 State of Charge Starts At (%): 30
Mode 3 Voltage: 220
Mode 4 Duration: 0.36
Mode 4 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 180.00
Mode 4 Quoted kW Supplied To Vehicle: 180.00
Mode 4 Scenario: Mode 4
Mode 4 State of Charge Ends At (%): 80
Mode 4 State of Charge Starts At (%): 30
Electric Driven Wheels
Electric Driven Wheels: 4x4
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 360
Motor 1 Location: Front
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 299.2
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 220.0
Motor 2 Electric Motor Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 2 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 360
Motor 2 Motor Location: Rear
Motor 2 Number: 2
Motor 2 Power Output Motor (hp/PS): 299.2
Motor 2 Power Output Motor (kW): 220.0
Electric Power Source
Battery Type: Lithium Iron Phosphate
High Power Charger: yes
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Number of kWh Included: 0
Onboard Charger: 11.0
Range (km): 510.00
Range (miles): 316.90
Useable Battery (kWh): 81.90
Charging Connector
CCS (Combo) Charging Socket DC 1: yes
CCS (Combo) Location of DC 1 Socket: Rear Side
CCS (Combo) Type: Ccs (Combo)
Type 2 (Mennekes) Charging Socket AC 1: yes
Type 2 (Mennekes) Location of AC 1 Socket: Rear Side
Type 2 (Mennekes) Type: Type 2 (Mennekes)
Cargo Area
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Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Storage
—
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Locks
—
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Service
—
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 20000
Distance (miles): 12427
Period (Months): 12
Variable Distance Period: yes
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