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2013 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Premium4dr Front-wheel Drive FrontTrak |
2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class BaseE350 BlueTEC 4dr Sedan |
2013 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0L TDI4dr Sedan |
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*Does not include customer cash-back incentives or options |
$30,238* | $49,973* | $22,697* | |
| MSRP | $30,250 | $52,200 | $23,055 | |
| Destination Charge | $895 | $905 | $795 | |
| Invoice Price | $28,133 | $48,546 | $22,133 | |
| Total List Price | $31,145 | $53,105 | $23,850 | |
| Available Engines | 140-hp, 2.0-liter I-4 (diesel) | 210-hp, 3.0-liter V-6 (diesel) | 140-hp, 2.0-liter I-4 (diesel) | |
| Available Transmissions | 6-speed auto-shift manual w/OD and auto-manual | 7-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual | 6-speed auto-shift manual w/OD and auto-manual 6-speed manual w/OD | |
| Fuel Economy City | 30 mpg | 22 mpg | 30 mpg | |
| Fuel Economy Highway | 42 mpg | 32 mpg | 42 mpg | |
| NHTSA Crash Test Data | ||||
| Other, Overall Rollover Rating | - | ![]() |
Overall Rollover Rating | |
| Side - Pole, Side - Pole | - | - | Side - Pole | |
| Side - Barrier, Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | - | - | ![]() |
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| Side - Barrier, Side Barrier Rating Driver | - | - | ![]() |
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| Overall, Overall | - | - | Overall | |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined, Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | - | - | Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | |
| Front, Overall Front | - | - | Overall Front | |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined, Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | - | - | Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | |
| Front, Driver's | - | - | ![]() |
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| Side - Barrier, Side - Barrier | - | - | Side - Barrier | |
| Front, Passenger's | - | - | ![]() |
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| Side, Overall Side | - | - | Overall Side | |
| IIHS Crash Test Data | ||||
| Side, Driver Torso | Good | - | Driver Torso | |
| Side, Driver Pelvis/Leg | Good | - | Driver Pelvis/Leg | |
| Front, Front Small Overlap | - | - | Marginal | |
| Rear, Dynamic Rating | Good | - | Good | |
| Side, Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | Good | - | Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Right Leg/Foot | Good | - | Right Leg/Foot | |
| Side, Driver Head and Neck | Good | - | Driver Head and Neck | |
| Side, Rear Passenger Head Protection | Good | - | Rear Passenger Head Protection | |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Restraints | Good | - | Restraints | |
| Side, Rear Passenger Head and Neck | Good | - | Rear Passenger Head and Neck | |
| Side, Rear Passenger Torso | Good | - | Rear Passenger Torso | |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Structure/safety cage | Good | - | Structure/safety cage | |
| Rear, Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | Good | - | Good | |
| Side, Structure/safety cage | Good | - | Structure/safety cage | |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Chest | Good | - | Chest | |
| Rear, Overall Rear | Good | - | Good | |
| Other, Roof Strength | Good | - | Roof Strength | |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Left Leg/Foot | Acceptable | - | Left Leg/Foot | |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Overall Front | Good | - | Overall Front | |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Head/Neck | Good | - | Head/Neck | |
| Side, Overall Side | Good | - | Overall Side | |
| Side, Driver Head Protection | Good | - | Driver Head Protection | |
| Overview | 2013 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Premium | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Base | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0L TDI | |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | N/A | Standard | N/A | |
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Drive-Type Overview
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front wheel drive | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive | |
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Audio Overview
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AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan, in-dash mounted single CD, MP3 decoder, remote CD compatible, 10, amplifier, theft deterrent, integrated roof diversity antenna | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, seek-scan, in-dash mounted 6-disc CD changer, MP3 decoder, 8, amplifier, theft deterrent, window grid antenna, radio steering wheel controls | AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan, in-dash mounted single CD, MP3 decoder, 6, theft deterrent, window grid diversity antenna | |
| Interior | 2013 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Premium | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Base | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0L TDI | |
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Air conditioning, front
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dual zone front automatic | dual zone front automatic | manual | |
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Auxiliary visors
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driver side | dual | N/A | |
| Cargo concealed storage | Standard | N/A | N/A | |
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Clock
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in-dash | analog | in-dash | |
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Gear shift knob trim
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leather/aluminum | leather/metal-look | leather | |
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12V DC power outlet
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3 | 3 | 2 | |
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Lighter elements
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N/A | front | N/A | |
| Ashtray | N/A | Standard | N/A | |
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Overhead console
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N/A | mini | mini with storage | |
| Programmable garage door opener | N/A | Standard | N/A | |
| Water temp gauge | Standard | Standard | N/A | |
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Rearview mirror
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day-night | auto-dimming day-night | day-night | |
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Fuel door release
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power | keyfob | N/A | |
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Seatback storage pockets
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Available: 2 |
2 | 1 | |
| Seats | 2013 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Premium | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Base | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0L TDI | |
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Front seat driver direction controls
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6-way | 8-way power | 2-way power | |
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Front passenger seat direction controls
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6-way | 8-way power | 2-way power | |
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Lumbar support
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Available: driver |
driver and passenger | Available: driver |
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Front armrests
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center | center | center sliding | |
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Memory
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N/A | driver and passenger | N/A | |
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Rear seats
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60-40 bench | bench | 60-40 bench | |
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Rear armrest
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Standard | Standard | with pass-thru | |
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Seat trim
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leather | leatherette | leatherette | |
| Entertainment | 2013 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Premium | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Base | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0L TDI | |
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Radio
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AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite-prep, seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | |
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CD player
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in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted 6-disc | in-dash mounted single | |
| CD changer compatible | Standard | N/A | N/A | |
| DVD-Audio | N/A | Standard | N/A | |
| Steering wheel audio controls | Available | Standard | N/A | |
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Speakers
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10 | 8 | 6 | |
| Amplifier | Standard | Standard | Available | |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Available | Standard | Standard | |
| Safety and Security | 2013 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Premium | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Base | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0L TDI | |
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Airbags, knee protection
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N/A | driver | N/A | |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | N/A | Standard | N/A | |
| Stolen-vehicle tracking | N/A | Standard | N/A | |
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Seatbelt pretensioners
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front and rear | front and rear | front | |
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Exterior light control
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Available: fully automatic |
fully automatic | N/A | |
| Delay off headlamps | Available | Standard | N/A | |
| Headlight washer | Available | Standard | N/A | |
| LED brakelights | N/A | Standard | N/A | |
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Door curb lights
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N/A | 4 | N/A | |
| First aid kit | Available | Standard | Available | |
| Warranty | 2013 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Premium | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Base | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0L TDI | |
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Warranty - Basic (mths/miles)
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48/50,000 | 48/50,000 | 36/36,000 | |
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Warranty - Power Train (mths/miles)
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48/50,000 | 48/50,000 | 60/60,000 | |
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Warranty - Corrosion/Perforation (mths/miles)
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144/unlimited | 48/50,000 | 144/unlimited | |
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Warranty - Roadside Assistance (mths/miles)
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48/unlimited | unlimited/unlimited | 36/36,000 | |
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Warranty - Maintenance (mths/miles)
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12/5,000 | N/A | 36/36,000 | |
| Exterior | 2013 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Premium | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Base | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0L TDI | |
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Antenna
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integrated roof | window grid | window grid | |
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Body material
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galvanized steel/aluminum | galvanized steel/aluminum | fully galvanized steel | |
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Bodyside moldings
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body-colored | body-colored | N/A | |
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Bodyside insert
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N/A | chrome | N/A | |
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Grille trim
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black w/chrome surround | chrome | black w/chrome accents | |
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Fog/driving lights
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front | front and rear | N/A | |
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Rear cargo door
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liftgate | trunk | trunk | |
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Mirrors
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dual power remote | power remote driver, power remote w/tilt down passenger | dual power remote | |
| Heated side mirrors | Available | Standard | Standard | |
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Mirrors, auto dimming
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N/A | driver | N/A | |
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Sunroof
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Available: 1st row exterior express open sliding and tilting glass |
1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | Available: 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass |
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Tires
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P225/45HR17.0 BSW AS | P245/45HR17.0 BSW run flat AS | P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS | |
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Wheels
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17" silver aluminum | 17" silver aluminum | 16" silver aluminum | |
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Spare tire and wheel
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compact steel | N/A | full-size steel | |
| Windshield wipers - rain sensing | Available | Standard | N/A | |
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Rear window wipers
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fixed interval | N/A | N/A | |
| Mechanical | 2013 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Premium | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Base | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0L TDI | |
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Engine
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2.0L I-4 | 3.0L V-6 | 2.0L I-4 | |
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Drive type
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front-wheel | rear-wheel | front-wheel | |
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Rear suspension type
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multi-link | multi-link | torsion beam | |
| Tiptronic automatic | Standard | Standard | Available | |
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Transmission
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6-spd auto-shift man w/OD | 7-spd auto w/OD | 6-spd man w/OD | |
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Axle ratio
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4.06 | 3.07 | 3.45 | |
| Specifications | 2013 Audi A3 2.0 TDI Premium | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Base | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0L TDI | |
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Exterior length
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169.0 " | 191.7 " | 182.2 " | |
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Exterior body width
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69.5 " | 73.0 " | 70.0 " | |
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Exterior height
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56.0 " | 57.9 " | 57.2 " | |
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Engine
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2.0L I-4 | 3.0L V-6 | 2.0L I-4 | |
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Horsepower
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140 @ 4,200 rpm | 210 @ 3,400 rpm | 140 @ 4,000 rpm | |
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Torque
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236 @ 1,750 rpm | 400 @ 1,600 rpm | 236 @ 1,750 rpm | |
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Fuel economy - city
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30 mpg | 22 mpg | 30 mpg | |
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Fuel economy - highway
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42 mpg | 32 mpg | 42 mpg | |
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Bore-and-Stroke
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3.19 / 3.76 " | 3.27 / 3.62 " | 3.19 / 3.76 " | |
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Curb weight
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3,318 lbs. | 4,059 lbs. | 3,161 lbs. | |
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Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
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4,597 lbs. | N/A | 4,256 lbs. | |
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Payload
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1,102 lbs. | N/A | 1,076 lbs. | |
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Wheelbase
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101.5 " | 113.2 " | 104.4 " | |
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Front track
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60.3 " | 63.0 " | 60.4 " | |
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Rear track
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59.3 " | 63.7 " | 60.3 " | |
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Turning radius
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17.6 ' | 18.5 ' | 18.2 ' | |
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Drag coefficient
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.33 | .28 | .30 | |
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Front legroom
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41.2 " | 41.3 " | 41.2 " | |
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Rear legroom
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34.8 " | 35.8 " | 38.1 " | |
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Front headroom
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39.3 " | 37.9 " | 37.0 " | |
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Rear headroom
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36.9 " | 38.2 " | 37.0 " | |
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Front shoulder room
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54.4 " | 57.8 " | 55.2 " | |
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Rear shoulder room
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52.8 " | 56.9 " | 53.6 " | |
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Luggage volume
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19.5 cu.ft. | 15.9 cu.ft. | 15.5 cu.ft. | |
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Luggage volume (max)
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39.0 cu.ft. | 15.9 cu.ft. | 15.5 cu.ft. | |
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Passenger volume
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89 cu.ft. | N/A | 94 cu.ft. | |
| Fuel tank | 14.6 gal. | 21.1 gal. | 14.5 gal. | |




