BMW M2 vs BMW XM comparison
Compare the BMW M2 vs BMW XM on price, specifications, features and mileage. The BMW M2 price starts at Rs. 1.00 Crore and the BMW XM price starts at Rs. 2.55 Crore (ex-showroom). The M2 gets a 2993 cc petrol engine (473 bhp) and the XM gets a 4395 cc plug-in hybrid (electric + petrol) engine (644 bhp). Check the detailed BMW M2 vs BMW XM comparison below across price, mileage, performance, safety and features to find the best car for you.
BMW 3.0 Petrol · Rs. 1.00 Crore*
BMW Plug-in Hybrid · Rs. 2.55 Crore*Add car
Basic Information
Feature
3.0 Petrol
Plug-in Hybrid
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Variant
3.0 Petrol3.0 Petrol
Plug-in HybridPlug-in Hybrid
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Ex-Showroom Price
3.0 PetrolRs. 1.00 Crore▲
Plug-in HybridRs. 2.55 Crore
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Finance EMI
3.0 Petrol₹174,826/month▲
Plug-in Hybrid₹443,917/month
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Fuel Type
3.0 PetrolPetrol
Plug-in HybridPlug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol)
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Transmission
3.0 PetrolAutomatic (TC) - 6 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Plug-in HybridAutomatic - 8 Gears, Sport Mode
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Rating
3.0 Petrol4.3
Plug-in Hybrid4.3
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Engine & Transmission
Feature
3.0 Petrol
Plug-in Hybrid
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Engine
3.0 Petrol2993 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Plug-in Hybrid4395 cc, 8 Cylinders In V Shape, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
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Engine Type
3.0 PetrolM Twin-Turbocharged I6
Plug-in HybridS68 Twin- turbocharged V8 Plug-in Hybrid
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Turbocharger/ Supercharger
3.0 PetrolTurbocharger Sequential
Plug-in HybridTurbocharger
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Fuel Type
3.0 PetrolPetrol
Plug-in HybridPlug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol)
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E20 Compatibility
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in Hybrid-
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Max Power (bhp@rpm)
3.0 Petrol473 bhp @ 0 rpm
Plug-in Hybrid644 bhp @ 5400-7200 rpm▲
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Max Torque (Nm@rpm)
3.0 Petrol600 Nm @ 0 rpm
Plug-in Hybrid800 Nm @ 1600-5000 rpm▲
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Emission Standard
3.0 PetrolBS6 Phase 2
Plug-in HybridBS6 Phase 2
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Acceleration
3.0 Petrol0-100 km/h in 4 seconds (claimed)
Plug-in Hybrid0-100 km/h in 4.3 seconds (claimed)
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Mileage - Owner Reported
3.0 Petrol10 kmpl
Plug-in Hybrid25 kmpl▲
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Idle Start/Stop
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Drivetrain
3.0 PetrolRWD
Plug-in HybridAWD
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Transmission
3.0 PetrolAutomatic (TC) - 6 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Plug-in HybridAutomatic - 8 Gears, Sport Mode
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Battery
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in Hybrid25.7 kWh, Lithium Ion, 317 Volt,Battery Placed Under Floor Pan
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Electric Motor
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridSingle Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (Integrated with Transmission)
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Max Motor Performance
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in Hybrid194 bhp @ 7000 rpm, 280 Nm
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Alternate Fuel
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridElectric
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Top Speed
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in Hybrid249 kmph
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Mileage (ARAI)
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in Hybrid61.9 kmpl
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Driving Range
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in Hybrid4271 km
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Pure Electric Driving Mode
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridYes
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Dimensions & Capacity
Feature
3.0 Petrol
Plug-in Hybrid
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Length *Width *Height
3.0 Petrol4461 mm * 1854 mm * 1410 mm
Plug-in Hybrid5110 mm * 2210 mm * 1755 mm▲
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Wheelbase
3.0 Petrol2693 mm
Plug-in Hybrid3105 mm▲
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Seating Capacity
3.0 Petrol4 Seats and 2 Rows
Plug-in Hybrid5 Seats and 2 Rows▲
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Doors
3.0 Petrol2 Doors
Plug-in Hybrid5 Doors
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Fuel Tank Capacity
3.0 Petrol52 litres
Plug-in Hybrid69 litres▲
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Suspension, Steering & Tyres
Feature
3.0 Petrol
Plug-in Hybrid
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Front Suspension
3.0 PetrolDouble Joint Spring Strut Front Axle
Plug-in HybridDouble-wishbone with 'M' Adaptive Dampers
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Rear Suspension
3.0 PetrolFive Link Rear Axle
Plug-in HybridFive-link axle with 'M' Adaptive Dampers
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Steering
3.0 PetrolPower assisted (Electric) steering
Plug-in HybridPower assisted (Electric) steering
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Tyres
3.0 PetrolRadial - With Tube Tyres
Plug-in HybridRadial - Tubeless Tyres
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Minimum Turning Radius
3.0 Petrol5.85 metres▲
Plug-in Hybrid6.25 metres
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Front Tyres
3.0 Petrol275 / 35 R19
Plug-in Hybrid-
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Rear Tyres
3.0 Petrol285 / 30 R20
Plug-in Hybrid-
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Wheels
3.0 PetrolAlloy Wheels
Plug-in HybridAlloy Wheels
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Spare Wheel & Tyre
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridSpace Saver
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Exterior & Design
Feature
3.0 Petrol
Plug-in Hybrid
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Body-coloured Bumpers
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Body Kit
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridCladding - Black/Grey
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Chrome Finish Exhaust Pipe
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridNo
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Antenna
3.0 PetrolShark Fin Antenna
Plug-in HybridShark Fin Antenna
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Sunroof
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridNo
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Roof Rails
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridNo
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Rub-strips
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridNo
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Safety
Feature
3.0 Petrol
Plug-in Hybrid
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ADAS
3.0 PetrolLevel 1
Plug-in HybridLevel 2
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NCAP Rating
3.0 PetrolNot Tested
Plug-in HybridNot Tested
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Airbags
3.0 Petrol6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
Plug-in Hybrid6 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
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Lane Functions
3.0 PetrolLane Keep Assist with Warning
Plug-in HybridLane Departure Prevention is optional
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Rear Collision Assist
3.0 PetrolLane Change Assist
Plug-in HybridRear Cross-traffic Assist is optional
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High-beam Assist
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Emergency Brake Light Flashing
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Overspeed Warning
3.0 Petrol1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Plug-in Hybrid1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
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Child Seat Anchor Points
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Puncture Repair Kit
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Seat Belt Warning
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Forward Collision Warning
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridOptional
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Automatic Emergency Braking
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridOptional
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Lane Departure Warning
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridOptional
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Blind Spot Detection
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridYes
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Second Row Middle Seat Safety
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridRear Middle Head Rest & Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt
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Comfort & Convenience
Feature
3.0 Petrol
Plug-in Hybrid
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Air Conditioner
3.0 PetrolAutomatic Climate Control: Dual Zone (Front AC: Two Zones with Fan speed control)
Plug-in HybridAutomatic Climate Control: Four Zone (Front AC: Two Zones with Fan speed control, Second row AC: Dual Zones with Fan speed control with Vents Behind Front Armrest)
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Heater
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Cruise Control
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Parking Assist
3.0 PetrolReverse Camera
Plug-in Hybrid360 Degree Camera
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Parking Sensors
3.0 PetrolFront & Rear
Plug-in HybridFront & Rear
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Steering Adjustment
3.0 PetrolTilt & Telescopic
Plug-in HybridElectric Tilt & Telescopic
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Keyless Start/ Button Start
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors
3.0 PetrolDriver & Co-Driver
Plug-in HybridDriver & Co-Driver
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Headlight and Ignition on Reminder
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Charging Ports
3.0 Petrol12V Power Outlet
Plug-in Hybrid12V Power Outlet
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Electronic Parking Brake
3.0 PetrolAuto Hold
Plug-in HybridAuto Hold
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Air Purifier
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridNo
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Heated/Cooled Cup Holders
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridFront Only
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Cabin Boot Access
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridYes
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Lighting
Feature
3.0 Petrol
Plug-in Hybrid
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Headlights
3.0 PetrolLED
Plug-in HybridLED
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Cornering Headlights
3.0 PetrolIntelligent
Plug-in HybridActive
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Headlight Height Adjuster
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Automatic Headlamps
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Taillights
3.0 PetrolLED
Plug-in HybridLED
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Daytime Running Lights
3.0 PetrolLED
Plug-in HybridLED
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Fog Lights
3.0 PetrolLED - Front & Halogen - Rear
Plug-in HybridLED - Rear
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Follow Me Home Headlamps
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Interior Lamps
3.0 PetrolFront Glovebox Lamp,
Plug-in HybridFront and Rear Glovebox Lamp,
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Light on Vanity Mirrors
3.0 PetrolDriver & Co-Driver
Plug-in HybridDriver & Co-Driver
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Ambient Interior Lighting
3.0 PetrolYes (6 colours)
Plug-in HybridYes
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Puddle Lamps
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Braking & Traction
Feature
3.0 Petrol
Plug-in Hybrid
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Brakes
3.0 PetrolVentilated Disc (Front & Rear)
Plug-in HybridVentilated Disc (Front & Rear)
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Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Brake Assist (BA)
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Hill Hold Control
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Differential
3.0 PetrolLimited slip
Plug-in Hybrid-
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Limited Slip Differential
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridNo
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Hill Descent Control
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridYes
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Differential Lock
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridElectronic
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Four-Wheel-Drive
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridTorque-On-Demand
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Ride Height Adjustment
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridNo
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Locks & Security
Feature
3.0 Petrol
Plug-in Hybrid
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Engine Immobiliser
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Central Locking
3.0 PetrolKeyless
Plug-in HybridKeyless
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Child Safety Lock
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Speed Sensing Door Lock
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Doors, Windows & Mirrors
Feature
3.0 Petrol
Plug-in Hybrid
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Exterior Door Handles
3.0 PetrolBody Coloured Finish with handle type
Plug-in HybridDark Chrome Finish with handle type
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Interior Door Handles Finish
3.0 PetrolChrome
Plug-in HybridSilver
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Power Windows
3.0 PetrolFront Only Power Windows, All One-touch up/down
Plug-in HybridFront & Rear Power Windows, All One-touch up/down
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Door Pockets
3.0 PetrolFront
Plug-in HybridFront & Rear
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Scuff Plates
3.0 PetrolMetallic
Plug-in HybridIlluminated
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ORVM (Outside Rear View Mirrors)
3.0 PetrolDual Tone finish, Turn Indicators on ORVMs
Plug-in HybridPiano Black finish, Turn Indicators on ORVMs
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Adjustable ORVMs
3.0 PetrolElectrically Adjustable & Retractable
Plug-in HybridElectrically Adjustable & Retractable
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Anti-glare Mirrors
3.0 PetrolElectronic - Internal & Driver Door
Plug-in HybridElectronic - All
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Rain-sensing Wipers
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Bootlid Opener
3.0 PetrolElectric Tailgate Release
Plug-in HybridElectric Opening and Closing
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Rear Defogger
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Rear Windshield Blind
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridNo
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Side Window Blinds
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridNo
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Soft-close Door
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridYes
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Rear Wiper
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridYes
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Infotainment & Connectivity
Feature
3.0 Petrol
Plug-in Hybrid
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Infotainment Screen
3.0 Petrol14.9" Touch-screen Display
Plug-in Hybrid14.9" Touch-screen Display
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Audio System
3.0 Petrol14 Speakers
Plug-in Hybrid20 Speakers
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AM/FM Radio
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Steering-mounted controls
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Integrated (in-dash) Music System
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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iPod Compatibility
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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USB Compatibility
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Bluetooth Compatibility
3.0 PetrolPhone Calls & Audio Streaming
Plug-in HybridPhone Calls & Audio Streaming
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Smart Connectivity
3.0 PetrolApple CarPlay (Optional)
Plug-in HybridAndroid Auto & Apple CarPlay
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Voice Command
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Input Methods
3.0 PetrolAUX Compatibility, Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone & Audio Streaming)
Plug-in HybridAUX Compatibility, Bluetooth Compatibility (Phone & Audio Streaming)
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GPS Navigation System
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Wireless Charger
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Internal Hard Drive
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridYes
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WiFi Hotspot
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridNo
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Gesture Control
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridYes
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Seats & Upholstery
Feature
3.0 Petrol
Plug-in Hybrid
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Seat Upholstery
3.0 PetrolLeather
Plug-in HybridLeather + Alcantara
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Driver Seat Adjustment
3.0 Petrol14 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, seat base angle: up / down, backrest bolsters: in / out) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
Plug-in Hybrid16 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, seat base angle: up / down, extended thigh support: forward / back, backrest bolsters: in / out) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
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Front Passenger Seat Adjustment
3.0 Petrol14 way electrically adjustable with 2 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, seat base angle: up / down, backrest bolsters: in / out) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
Plug-in Hybrid16 way electrically adjustable with 3 memory presets (seat: forward / back, backrest tilt: forward / back, seat height: up / down, lumbar: up / down, lumbar: forward / back, seat base angle: up / down, extended thigh support: forward / back, backrest bolsters: in / out) + 2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
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Second Row Seat Adjustment
3.0 Petrol2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
Plug-in Hybrid2 way manually adjustable (headrest: up / down)
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Interior
3.0 PetrolSingle Tone (Black)
Plug-in HybridDual Tone (Deep Lagoon / Walknappa Vintage Coffee , Silverstone / Walknappa Vintage Coffee, Sakhir Orange / Walknappa Vintage Coffee , Black / Walknappa Vintage Coffee)
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Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Headrests
3.0 PetrolFront & Rear
Plug-in HybridFront & Rear
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Front Seatback Pockets
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Driver Armrest
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Active headrest
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in Hybrid-
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Rear Passenger Seat Type
3.0 PetrolBench
Plug-in HybridBench
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Ventilated Seats
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridFront only
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Ventilated Seat Type
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridHeated and cooled
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Massage Seats
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridYes
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Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridNo
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Rear Armrest
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridCup Holder
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Split Rear Seat
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in Hybrid40:20:40
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Folding Rear Seat
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridFlat
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Split Third Row Seat
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridNo
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Third Row Seat Type
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridNo
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Mobile App Features
Feature
3.0 Petrol
Plug-in Hybrid
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Emergency Call Button
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Find My Car
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Check Vehicle Status via App
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Remote Parking with Key
3.0 PetrolYes
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Remote AC: On / Off via App
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Over The Air (OTA) Updates
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Geo-fence
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridYes
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Car Light Flashing & Honking via App
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridYes
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Alexa Compatibility
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridYes
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Instrumentation
Feature
3.0 Petrol
Plug-in Hybrid
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Fuel Consumption
3.0 PetrolAverage Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning
Plug-in HybridAverage Fuel Consumption, Distance to Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption & Low Fuel Level Warning
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Instrument Cluster Screen
3.0 PetrolDigital Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness
Plug-in HybridDigital Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness
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Trip Meter
3.0 PetrolMulti-Function Display
Plug-in Hybrid2 Trips Electronic
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Door Ajar Warning
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Average Speed
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Tachometer
3.0 PetrolDigital
Plug-in HybridDigital
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Gear Indicator
3.0 PetrolNo
Plug-in HybridNo
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Shift Indicator
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Clock
3.0 PetrolDigital
Plug-in HybridDigital
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Heads Up Display (HUD)
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridYes
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Storage
Feature
3.0 Petrol
Plug-in Hybrid
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Cup Holders
3.0 PetrolCupholders in Front Only
Plug-in HybridCupholders in Front & Second Row
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Driver Armrest Storage
3.0 PetrolYes
Plug-in HybridYes
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Cooled Glovebox
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridNo
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Sunglass Holder
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridNo
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Third Row Cup Holders
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in HybridNo
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Warranty
Feature
3.0 Petrol
Plug-in Hybrid
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Vehicle Warranty
3.0 Petrol2 Years / Unlimited Km
Plug-in Hybrid3 Years / Unlimited Km▲
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Battery Warranty
3.0 Petrol-
Plug-in Hybrid6 Years / 100000 Km
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