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Overview
Variant
Limited
Variant
XL
Body type
Utility
Body type
Cab Chassis
Engine size
3.4 L
Engine size
2.0 L
Drive type
4x4
Drive type
Rear
Fuel efficiency (combined)
—
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.9 / 100 km
Power and torque
326kW / 790Nm
Power and torque
125kW / 405Nm
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1159km
Warranty
5 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
4
Doors
2
Seats
5
Seats
2
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Fuel type
Diesel
Safety rating
—
Safety rating
5 Stars
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Driver Modes
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Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
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
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Other
Voice Activating System
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Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Camera
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
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USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 3
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 3
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
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Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: Unlimited
Parking Assistance
—
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Remote Services
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Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Find My Car: yes
Months Subscription Included: Unlimited
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Vehicle Start: yes
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 2
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 181
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Engine (cc): 3445
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: V35a-Fts
Engine (L): 3.4
Number of Cylinders: 6
Engine
Engine (cc): 1996
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: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 32.2
Main Capacity (L): 122
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 26.8
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.6
Main Type: Total
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Integrated Starter Generator
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 250
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 49.0
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 36.0
Electric Power Source
Battery Cell Count: 240
Battery Type: Nickel Metal Hydride
Battery Voltage: 288.0
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 1.87
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Active Hybrid
Hybrid And Electric Systems
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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): 14.00
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): 8.00
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1159
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 720
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 14.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 41
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 34
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 14.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 42
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 35
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 13.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 7.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 39
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 32
Performance
Maximum Speed (km/h): 170
Maximum Speed (mph): 106
Performance
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Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 443
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 49
Maximum Power (kW): 326
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 36
Maximum Torque (Nm): 790
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 250
Measurement Standard: DIN
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 170
Maximum Power (kW): 125
Maximum Torque (Nm): 405
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1750
Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 394
Maximum Power (kW): 290
Maximum Torque (Nm): 649
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5200
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2400
Secondary Power
—
Fuel Economy
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Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.9
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Part-Time
Selection: Manual
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Mechanical
Limited Slip Differential
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Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Low High Gear Ranges: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 10
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Code: 6r80
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 2
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 265
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 265
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 111
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 70
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: All Seasons
Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 111
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 70
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: All Seasons
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 20
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.0
Trailer Towing Preparation
Trailer Hitch: yes
Trailer Towing Preparation
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Body Style
Body Type: Utility
Cab Type: Double Cab
Local Body Type: Utility
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Cab Chassis
Cab Type: Single Cab
Local Body Type: Cab Chassis
Platform Code: T6.2
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Short
Step
Step Location: Rear
Rear Step Type: Platform
Step Location: Side
Step
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Tray/Tub
Length: Regular
Liner: Insert
Type: Straight Side
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Cargo Area
—
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 21.0
Departure Angle: 24.0
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 29.0
Departure Angle: 29.0
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume (cu ft): 84.8
Cargo Volume (L): 2400
Height (in): 20.9
Height (mm): 531
Length (in): 77.6
Length (mm): 1971
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 48.7
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1237
Width (in): 58.7
Width (mm): 1491
Cargo Area Dimensions
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External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 15000
Front Track (in): 68.4
Front Track (mm): 1737
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 8.5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 216
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 49.2
Overall Height (in): 78.1
Overall Height (mm): 1985
Overall Length (in): 234.4
Overall Length (mm): 5955
Overall Width (in): 80.3
Overall Width (mm): 2040
Rear Overhang (in): 48.8
Rear Overhang (mm): 1239
Wheelbase (in): 145.7
Wheelbase (mm): 3700
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 12900
Front Overhang (in): 34.1
Front Overhang (mm): 865
Front Track (in): 63.8
Front Track (mm): 1620
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 8.8
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 224
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 42.3
Overall Height (in): 73.7
Overall Height (mm): 1872
Overall Length (in): 205.7
Overall Length (mm): 5225
Overall Width Folded Mirror (in): 79.3
Overall Width Folded Mirror (mm): 2015
Overall Width (in): 75.2
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 86.9
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2208
Overall Width (mm): 1910
Rear Overhang (in): 42.1
Rear Overhang (mm): 1070
Rear Track (in): 63.8
Rear Track (mm): 1620
Wheelbase (in): 128.7
Wheelbase (mm): 3270
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Cargo Doors
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 90
Rear Operation: Dropping Gate
Cargo Doors
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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
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
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Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
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
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Side Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Wind-Up
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Wind-Up
Rear Side Windows
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Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Digital: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
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Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1850
Front Axle Weight (lb): 4079
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 4500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 9921
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3536
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 7796
Payload Allowance (kg): 758
Payload Allowance (lb): 1671
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2778
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 6124
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 1850
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 4079
Tare Weight (kg): 2694
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1450
Front Axle Weight (lb): 3197
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 3500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 7716
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Train Weight (kg): 6200
Gross Train Weight (lb): 13669
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3230
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 7121
Payload Allowance (kg): 1494
Payload Allowance (lb): 3294
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1736
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3827
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 1959
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 4319
Tare Weight (kg): 1719
Audio System
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Audio System
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
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: 12
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 2
Load Area Side Covering
Type: Plastic/Rubber
Load Area Side Covering
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Luxury Trim
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Luxury Trim
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 8
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 9
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 Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
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Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Traffic Sign Response: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Includes Trailer Coverage: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Includes Trailer Coverage: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Crash Test Results
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Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 84.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 93.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20220901
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 74.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20281231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2022
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 83.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Wildtrak Rhd
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: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
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: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Front Seat
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 Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 10000
Distance (miles): 6214
Period (Months): 6
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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