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4dr Sdn 2WD Luxury
$24,365
Starting MSRP
4dr Sdn SEL FWD
$23,035
Starting MSRP
4dr Wgn SEL FWD *Ltd Avail*
$28,270
Starting MSRP
4dr Sdn SEL FWD
$23,635
Starting MSRP
Overview |
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Door | ||||
4-door | 4-door | 4-door | 4-door | |
Seats | ||||
5 | 5 | 7 | 5 | |
Engine | ||||
203.0-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine(Gasoline Fuel) |
203.0-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine(Gasoline Fuel) |
263.0-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine(Gasoline Fuel) |
263.0-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine(Gasoline Fuel) |
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Combined MPG | ||||
0 | 0 | 19 | 0 | |
Size | ||||
200.4" length, 61.5" height | 200.7" length, 60.1" height | 200.3" length, 67.6" height | 201.8" length, 61.5" height | |
Drivetrain | ||||
Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
Exterior color |
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Exterior color | ||||
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Interior color |
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Interior color | ||||
Medium Prarie Tan Light Beige |
Medium Prarie Tan Light Beige |
Black Dark Blue Black / Copper Slate Gray / Taupe |
Grey-Violet Pumice |
Transmissions |
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Transmissions | ||||
6-Speed A/T A/T |
6-Speed A/T A/T |
6-Speed A/T A/T |
6-Speed A/T A/T |
Vehicle |
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EPA Classification | ||||
Large | Large | 2WD Sports Utility Vehicle | Large |
Wheels |
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Spare Wheel Material | ||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
Front Wheel Material | ||||
Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum | |
Rear Wheel Material | ||||
Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum | |
Rear Wheel Size | ||||
17 x 7.0 in | 17 x -TBD- in | 17 x -TBD- in | 17 x -TBD- in | |
Spare Wheel Size | ||||
Compact in | Compact in | N/A | Compact in | |
Front Wheel Size | ||||
17 x 7.0 in | 17 x -TBD- in | 17 x -TBD- in | 17 x -TBD- in |
Electrical |
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Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) | ||||
N/A | 600 | N/A | N/A | |
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) | ||||
N/A | 120 | N/A | N/A |
Engine |
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SAE Net Torque @ RPM | ||||
207 @ 4500 | 207 @ 4500 | 249 @ 4500 | 249 @ 4500 | |
Engine Type | ||||
Gas V6 | Gas V6 | Gas V6 | Gas V6 | |
Displacement | ||||
3.0L/183 | 3.0L/182 | 3.5L/213 | 3.5L/213 | |
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | ||||
203 @ 5750 | 203 @ 5750 | 263 @ 6250 | 263 @ 6250 |
Mileage |
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EPA Fuel Economy Est - City | ||||
21 MPG | 21 MPG | 17 MPG | 18 MPG | |
Fuel Economy Est-Combined | ||||
N/A | N/A | 19 MPG | N/A | |
Cruising Range - Hwy | ||||
551.00 mi | 580.00 mi | 456.00 mi | 574.00 mi | |
Estimated Battery Range | ||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined | ||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy | ||||
29 MPG | 29 MPG | 24 MPG | 28 MPG | |
EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy | ||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
EPA MPG Equivalent - City | ||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
Cruising Range - City | ||||
399.00 mi | 420.00 mi | 323.00 mi | 369.00 mi |
Suspension |
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Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) | ||||
- | MacPherson strut | w/Stabilizer bar | MacPherson strut | |
Suspension Type - Rear | ||||
Independent | Independent | Independent multilink | Independent | |
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | ||||
- | Multi-link | w/Stabilizer bar | Coil over shock | |
Suspension Type - Front | ||||
Independent | Independent | Independent MacPherson Strut | Independent |
Brakes |
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Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness | ||||
12.2 x -TBD- in | 12.4 x -TBD- in | 12.4 x -TBD- in | N/A | |
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness | ||||
12.8 x -TBD- in | 13.0 x -TBD- in | 13.0 x -TBD- in | N/A | |
Brake ABS System | ||||
4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | |
Disc - Front (Yes or ) | ||||
Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
Brake ABS System (Second Line) | ||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | ||||
Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
Brake Type | ||||
Power | Pwr | Pwr | Pwr |
Fuel Tank |
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Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | ||||
19.0 gal | 20.0 gal | 19.0 gal | 20.5 gal | |
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | ||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Steering |
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Steering Type | ||||
Pwr Hydraulic | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion | |
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb | ||||
40.0 ft | 40.0 ft | 40.0 ft | 40.0 ft | |
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | ||||
N/A | 2.86 | 3.2 | 3.15 | |
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall | ||||
16.1 | 16.1 | 16.1 | 17.1 | |
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall | ||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Tires |
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Spare Tire Size | ||||
Compact | Compact | T135/90D17 | Compact | |
Rear Tire Size | ||||
P215/60R17 | P215/60R17 | P215/65R17 | P215/60R17 | |
Front Tire Size | ||||
P215/60R17 | P215/60R17 | P215/65R17 | P215/60R17 |
Trailering |
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Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. | ||||
N/A | 1000 lbs | 2000 lbs | 1000 lbs | |
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. | ||||
N/A | 100 lbs | 200 lbs | 100 lbs | |
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. | ||||
N/A | 1000 lbs | 2000 lbs | 1000 lbs | |
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. | ||||
N/A | 100 lbs | 200 lbs | 100 lbs |
Weight Information |
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Base Curb Weight | ||||
3680 lbs | 3643 lbs | 4033 lbs | 3741 lbs |
Dimensions |
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Height, Overall | ||||
61.5 in | 60.1 in | 67.6 in | 61.5 in | |
Track Width, Front | ||||
64.6 in | 64.6 in | 64.3 in | 64.3 in | |
Width, Max w/o mirrors | ||||
74.5 in | 74.5 in | 74.9 in | 74.5 in | |
Second Shoulder Room | ||||
57.6 in | 57.6 in | 58.0 in | 57.6 in | |
Second Hip Room | ||||
53.7 in | 53.6 in | 56.0 in | 53.6 in | |
Liftover Height | ||||
29.2 in | 26.5 in | N/A | N/A | |
Wheelbase | ||||
112.9 in | 112.9 in | 112.9 in | 112.9 in | |
Passenger Volume | ||||
107.1 ft³ | 108.3 ft³ | 146.2 ft³ | 108.0 ft³ | |
Track Width, Rear | ||||
65.0 in | 65.0 in | 64.4 in | 64.4 in | |
Front Hip Room | ||||
53.7 in | 53.7 in | 55.5 in | 53.7 in | |
Front Leg Room | ||||
41.3 in | 41.2 in | 40.8 in | 41.3 in | |
Second Leg Room | ||||
41.3 in | 41.9 in | 40.4 in | 41.2 in | |
Front Head Room | ||||
39.4 in | 39.4 in | 39.4 in | 39.6 in | |
Passenger Capacity | ||||
5 | 5 | 6 | 5 | |
Second Head Room | ||||
38.7 in | 38.6 in | 39.7 in | 38.8 in | |
Length, Overall | ||||
200.4 in | 200.7 in | 200.3 in | 201.8 in | |
Min Ground Clearance | ||||
6.5 in | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
Front Shoulder Room | ||||
57.8 in | 57.8 in | 58.5 in | 57.8 in | |
Trunk Volume | ||||
21.2 ft³ | 21.2 ft³ | N/A | 21.2 ft³ | |
Rear Door Opening Width | ||||
- | - | N/A | - | |
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 1 | ||||
- | - | N/A | - | |
Cargo Volume to Seat 1 | ||||
- | - | 85.5 ft³ | - | |
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 3 | ||||
- | - | N/A | - | |
Third Hip Room | ||||
- | - | 46.9 in | - | |
Cargo Volume to Seat 3 | ||||
- | - | 20.8 ft³ | - | |
Third Leg Room | ||||
- | - | 33.4 in | - | |
Third Shoulder Room | ||||
- | - | 50.8 in | - | |
Third Head Room | ||||
- | - | 38.6 in | - | |
Cargo Box (Area) Height | ||||
- | - | N/A | - | |
Cargo Volume to Seat 2 | ||||
- | - | 47.0 ft³ | - | |
Cargo Area Width @ Beltline | ||||
- | - | N/A | - | |
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings | ||||
- | - | N/A | - | |
Cargo Area Length @ Floor to Seat 2 | ||||
- | - | N/A | - | |
Rear Door Opening Height | ||||
- | - | N/A | - |