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2013 Ford Taurus SE4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
2013 Ford Taurus SEL4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
2013 Ford Taurus SHO4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
2013 Chrysler 300 Base4dr Rear-wheel Drive Sedan |
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(2013 Ford Taurus 4dr AWD Sedan shown)
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(2013 Ford Taurus 4dr AWD Sedan shown)
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*Does not include customer cash-back incentives or options |
$26,160* | $28,250* | $38,130* | $29,331* |
| MSRP | $26,700 | $28,900 | $39,300 | $30,145 |
| Destination Charge | $795 | $795 | $795 | $995 |
| Invoice Price | $24,631 | $26,660 | $36,254 | $28,983 |
| Total List Price | $27,495 | $29,695 | $40,095 | $31,140 |
| Available Engines | 288-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 (regular gas) 240-hp, 2.0-liter I-4 (premium) | 288-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 (regular gas) 240-hp, 2.0-liter I-4 (premium) | 365-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 (premium) | 292-hp, 3.6-liter V-6 (regular gas) |
| Available Transmissions | 6-speed automatic w/OD 6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual | 6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual 6-speed automatic w/OD | 6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual | 8-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual 8-speed automatic w/OD |
| Fuel Economy City | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 17 mpg | N/A |
| Fuel Economy Highway | 29 mpg | 29 mpg | 25 mpg | N/A |
| NHTSA Crash Test Data | ||||
| Other, Overall Rollover Rating | Overall Rollover Rating | Overall Rollover Rating | ![]() |
Overall Rollover Rating |
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| Overall, Overall | Overall | Overall | ![]() |
Overall |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined, Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | ![]() |
Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) |
| Front, Overall Front | Overall Front | Overall Front | ![]() |
Overall Front |
| Side - Pole Barrier combined, Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | ![]() |
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Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) |
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| Side, Front Seat | ![]() |
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| Side - Barrier, Side - Barrier | Side - Barrier | Side - Barrier | ![]() |
Side - Barrier |
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| Side, Overall Side | Overall Side | Overall Side | ![]() |
Overall Side |
| IIHS Crash Test Data | ||||
| Side, Driver Torso | Driver Torso | Driver Torso | Good | Good |
| Side, Driver Pelvis/Leg | Driver Pelvis/Leg | Driver Pelvis/Leg | Good | Good |
| Rear, Dynamic Rating | Good | Good | Good | Good |
| Side, Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | Good | Good |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Right Leg/Foot | Right Leg/Foot | Right Leg/Foot | Good | Good |
| Side, Driver Head and Neck | Driver Head and Neck | Driver Head and Neck | Good | Good |
| Side, Rear Passenger Head Protection | Rear Passenger Head Protection | Rear Passenger Head Protection | Good | Good |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Restraints | Restraints | Restraints | Good | Good |
| Side, Rear Passenger Head and Neck | Rear Passenger Head and Neck | Rear Passenger Head and Neck | Good | Good |
| Side, Rear Passenger Torso | Rear Passenger Torso | Rear Passenger Torso | Good | Good |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Structure/safety cage | Structure/safety cage | Structure/safety cage | Good | Good |
| Rear, Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | Good | Good | Good | Good |
| Side, Structure/safety cage | Structure/safety cage | Structure/safety cage | Acceptable | Acceptable |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Chest | Chest | Chest | Good | Good |
| Rear, Overall Rear | Good | Good | Good | Good |
| Other, Roof Strength | Roof Strength | Roof Strength | Good | Good |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Left Leg/Foot | Left Leg/Foot | Left Leg/Foot | Good | Good |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Overall Front | Overall Front | Overall Front | Good | Good |
| Frontal Offset Crash Test Performance, Head/Neck | Head/Neck | Head/Neck | Good | Good |
| Side, Overall Side | Overall Side | Overall Side | Good | Good |
| Side, Driver Head Protection | Driver Head Protection | Driver Head Protection | Good | Good |
| Overview | 2013 Ford Taurus SE | 2013 Ford Taurus SEL | 2013 Ford Taurus SHO | 2013 Chrysler 300 Base |
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Drive-Type Overview
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front wheel drive | front wheel drive | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
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Audio Overview
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AM/FM stereo, clock, seek-scan, in-dash mounted single CD, MP3 decoder, 6, window grid antenna, radio steering wheel controls | AM/FM/Satellite, clock, seek-scan, in-dash mounted single CD, MP3 decoder, 6, window grid antenna, radio steering wheel controls | AM/FM/Satellite, clock, seek-scan, in-dash mounted single CD, MP3 decoder, 7, amplifier, window grid antenna, radio steering wheel controls | AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan, in-dash mounted single CD, MP3 decoder, 6, window grid antenna, radio steering wheel controls |
| Interior | 2013 Ford Taurus SE | 2013 Ford Taurus SEL | 2013 Ford Taurus SHO | 2013 Chrysler 300 Base |
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Air conditioning, front
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manual | dual zone front automatic | dual zone front automatic | dual zone front automatic |
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Auxiliary visors
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N/A | N/A | N/A | dual |
| Cargo net | N/A | N/A | Standard | Standard |
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Clock
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in-radio display | in-radio display | in-radio display | analog |
| Compass | N/A | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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Gear shift knob trim
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urethane | leather/chrome | leather/chrome | leather |
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1-Touch Window Up
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driver | driver | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
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1-Touch Window Down
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driver | driver | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Programmable garage door opener | N/A | N/A | Standard | Available |
| Oil pressure gauge | N/A | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Exterior temperature display | N/A | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - glovebox | N/A | N/A | N/A | Standard |
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Rearview mirror
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day-night | auto-dimming day-night | auto-dimming day-night | auto-dimming day-night |
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Fuel door release
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N/A | N/A | N/A | power |
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Steering wheel material
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urethane | leather | leather | leather/metal-look |
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Adjustable pedals
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N/A | Available: power |
power | N/A |
| Seats | 2013 Ford Taurus SE | 2013 Ford Taurus SEL | 2013 Ford Taurus SHO | 2013 Chrysler 300 Base |
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Front seat driver direction controls
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6-way power | 6-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power |
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Front passenger seat direction controls
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6-way power | 6-way power | 8-way power | 4-way |
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Lumbar support
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driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver |
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Front head restraints
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adjustable w/tilt | adjustable w/tilt | adjustable w/tilt | adjustable |
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Heated front seats
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N/A | Available: driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
Available: driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
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Memory
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N/A | N/A | driver | N/A |
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Seat trim
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cloth | premium cloth | leather | leather |
| Entertainment | 2013 Ford Taurus SE | 2013 Ford Taurus SEL | 2013 Ford Taurus SHO | 2013 Chrysler 300 Base |
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Radio
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AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan |
| DVD-Audio | N/A | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Voice recognition | Available | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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Speakers
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6 | 6 | 7 | 6 |
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Amplifier
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N/A | N/A | Standard | Available: premium |
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1st row LCD screen
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2 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Available | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Safety and Security | 2013 Ford Taurus SE | 2013 Ford Taurus SEL | 2013 Ford Taurus SHO | 2013 Chrysler 300 Base |
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Airbags, knee protection
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N/A | N/A | N/A | driver |
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Headlights
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halogen | halogen | high intensity low/high beam | halogen |
| Daytime running lights | Available | Available | N/A | Standard |
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Door curb lights
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N/A | N/A | N/A | 4 |
| Parking assist | N/A | Available | Standard | Available |
| Keyless access system | N/A | Available | Standard | Standard |
| Content theft-deterrent alarm system | N/A | Standard | Standard | Available |
| Warranty | 2013 Ford Taurus SE | 2013 Ford Taurus SEL | 2013 Ford Taurus SHO | 2013 Chrysler 300 Base |
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Warranty - Power Train (mths/miles)
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60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/100,000 |
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Warranty - Corrosion/Perforation (mths/miles)
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60/unlimited | 60/unlimited | 60/unlimited | 60/100,000 |
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Warranty - Roadside Assistance (mths/miles)
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60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/100,000 |
| Exterior | 2013 Ford Taurus SE | 2013 Ford Taurus SEL | 2013 Ford Taurus SHO | 2013 Chrysler 300 Base |
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Body material
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fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | galvanized steel/aluminum |
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Grille trim
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chrome | chrome | black w/chrome surround | chrome |
| Heated side mirrors | N/A | Standard | Standard | Standard |
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Mirrors, auto dimming
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N/A | N/A | driver | Available: driver |
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Spoiler
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N/A | Available: lip |
lip | N/A |
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Tires
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P235/60TR17.0 BSW AS | P235/55HR18.0 BSW AS | P255/45VR19.0 BSW AS | P215/65TR17.0 BSW AS |
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Wheels
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17" painted aluminum | 18" painted aluminum | 19" painted aluminum | 17" silver aluminum |
| Mechanical | 2013 Ford Taurus SE | 2013 Ford Taurus SEL | 2013 Ford Taurus SHO | 2013 Chrysler 300 Base |
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Engine
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3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | 3.6L V-6 |
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Turbocharger
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Available: intercooled turbo |
Available: intercooled turbo |
twin turbo | N/A |
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Drive type
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front-wheel | front-wheel | all wheel | rear-wheel |
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Suspension tuning
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regular | regular | sport | comfort |
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Front suspension type
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strut | strut | strut | short and long arm |
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Transmission
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6-spd auto w/OD | 6-spd auto w/OD | 6-spd auto w/OD | 8-spd auto w/OD |
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Axle ratio
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2.77 | 2.77 | 2.77 | 2.65 |
| Locking/limited slip differential | Standard | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Remote vehicle starting system | N/A | Standard | Standard | Available |
| Specifications | 2013 Ford Taurus SE | 2013 Ford Taurus SEL | 2013 Ford Taurus SHO | 2013 Chrysler 300 Base |
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Exterior length
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202.9 " | 202.9 " | 202.9 " | 198.6 " |
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Exterior body width
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76.2 " | 76.2 " | 76.2 " | 75.0 " |
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Exterior height
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60.7 " | 60.7 " | 60.7 " | 58.4 " |
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Engine
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3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | 3.6L V-6 |
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Horsepower
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288 @ 6,500 rpm | 288 @ 6,500 rpm | 365 @ 5,500 rpm | 292 @ 6,350 rpm |
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Torque
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254 @ 4,000 rpm | 254 @ 4,000 rpm | 350 @ 1,500 rpm | 260 @ 4,800 rpm |
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Fuel economy - city
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19 mpg | 19 mpg | 17 mpg | N/A |
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Fuel economy - highway
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29 mpg | 29 mpg | 25 mpg | N/A |
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Bore-and-Stroke
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3.64 / 3.41 " | 3.64 / 3.41 " | 3.64 / 3.49 " | 3.78 / 3.27 " |
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Curb weight
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4,035 lbs. | 4,035 lbs. | 4,341 lbs. | 3,961 lbs. |
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Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
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N/A | N/A | N/A | 5,100 lbs. |
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Maximum Trailer Weight
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1,000 lbs. | 1,000 lbs. | N/A | 1,000 lbs. |
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Wheelbase
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112.9 " | 112.9 " | 112.9 " | 120.2 " |
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Front track
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65.3 " | 65.3 " | 65.3 " | 63.4 " |
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Rear track
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65.5 " | 65.5 " | 65.5 " | 63.8 " |
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Turning radius
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19.8 ' | 19.8 ' | 19.8 ' | 19.4 ' |
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Ground clearance
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5.1 " | 5.1 " | 5.1 " | 4.7 " |
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Drag coefficient
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N/A | N/A | N/A | .32 |
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Front legroom
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41.9 " | 41.9 " | 41.9 " | 41.8 " |
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Rear legroom
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38.1 " | 38.1 " | 38.1 " | 40.1 " |
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Front headroom
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39.0 " | 39.0 " | 39.0 " | 38.6 " |
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Rear headroom
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37.8 " | 37.8 " | 37.8 " | 37.9 " |
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Front hiproom
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56.3 " | 56.3 " | 56.3 " | 56.2 " |
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Rear hiproom
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55.8 " | 55.8 " | 55.8 " | 56.1 " |
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Front shoulder room
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57.9 " | 57.9 " | 57.9 " | 59.5 " |
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Rear shoulder room
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56.9 " | 56.9 " | 56.9 " | 57.7 " |
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Luggage volume
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20.1 cu.ft. | 20.1 cu.ft. | 20.1 cu.ft. | 16.3 cu.ft. |
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Luggage volume (max)
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20.1 cu.ft. | 20.1 cu.ft. | 20.1 cu.ft. | 16.3 cu.ft. |
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Passenger volume
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102 cu.ft. | 102 cu.ft. | 102 cu.ft. | 106 cu.ft. |
| Fuel tank | 19.0 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 19.1 gal. |




