SUV tech test: Top 12 medium SUVs compared
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Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
Wireless phone charger | ||
Powered tailgate | ||
Rear air vents | ||
Adaptive cruise control | ||
Climate control | ||
Reversing sensors | ||
Reversing camera | ||
Autonomous emergency braking | ||
White Cream is the standard paint colour, with all other finishes costing an extra $595. The palette comprises:
N Line models are available only in:
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Type | ||
TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | TUR GASOLINE DIR INJ, MULTI POINT F/INJ, TURBO CDI | |
Size (cc) | ||
1999 - 2488 | 1598 - 1999 | |
Size (L) | ||
2.0L, 2.5L | 1.6L, 2.0L | |
Induction | ||
TURBO 4 | TURBO 4, INLINE 4, DIESEL TURBO 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 | 16 | |
Power | ||
167kW - 183kW | 115kW - 172kW | |
Power RPM | ||
5700 - 6250 | 4000 - 6200 | |
Torque | ||
210Nm - 387Nm | 192Nm - 416Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
3100 - 4500 | 1500 - 4500 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
9.3 - 13 | 10.5 - 16 |