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Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Taurus Feature Comparison

Can I get heated seats? Do I have to get a sunroof? Find out what you need to know about Chevrolet Malibu and Ford Taurus features right here.

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Ford Taurus

  

Model Year 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018
Model Malibu Malibu Malibu Malibu Malibu Taurus Taurus Taurus Taurus
Trim L LS LT Premier Hybrid SE SEL Limited SHO
Engines  
turbocharged
1.5L I4
DOHC-4v
160 hp@5700
184 lb-ft@2500
turbocharged<br> 1.5L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>160 hp@5700 <br>184 lb-ft@2500 is a standard feature. turbocharged<br> 1.5L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>160 hp@5700 <br>184 lb-ft@2500 is a standard feature. turbocharged<br> 1.5L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>160 hp@5700 <br>184 lb-ft@2500 is a standard feature.            
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
250 hp@5300
260 lb-ft@2000
      turbocharged<br> 2.0L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>250 hp@5300 <br>260 lb-ft@2000 is a standard feature.          
1.8L I4 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
122 hp@5000
129 lb-ft@4750
         1.8L I4 Hybrid<br>DOHC-4v<br>122 hp@5000 <br>129 lb-ft@4750 is a standard feature.        
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
288 hp@6500
254 lb-ft@4000
           3.5L V6<br>DOHC-4v<br>288 hp@6500 <br>254 lb-ft@4000 is a standard feature.  3.5L V6<br>DOHC-4v<br>288 hp@6500 <br>254 lb-ft@4000 is a standard feature.  3.5L V6<br>DOHC-4v<br>288 hp@6500 <br>254 lb-ft@4000 is a standard feature.  
turbocharged
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
365 hp@5500
350 lb-ft@1500
                turbocharged<br> 3.5L V6<br>DOHC-4v<br>365 hp@5500 <br>350 lb-ft@1500 is a standard feature.
Transmissions  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature. 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature. 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature.     6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature. 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature. 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature. 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature.
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic       9-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature.          
CVT         CVT is a standard feature.        
Drivetrains  
FWD FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature.  
AWD             AWD is an optional feature. AWD is an optional feature. AWD is a standard feature.
Final Drive Ratios  
3.16 axle ratio                 3.16 axle ratio is an optional feature.
Tires  
205/65R16 tires 205/65R16 tires is a standard feature. 205/65R16 tires is a standard feature. 205/65R16 tires is a standard feature.   205/65R16 tires is a standard feature.        
225/55R17 tires     225/55R17 tires is a standard feature. 225/55R17 tires is a standard feature. 225/55R17 tires is a standard feature.        
245/40R19 tires     245/40R19 tires is an optional feature. 245/40R19 tires is an optional feature.          
245/45R18 tires     245/45R18 tires is an optional feature. 245/45R18 tires is a standard feature.          
235/55R18 tires           235/55R18 tires is a standard feature. 235/55R18 tires is a standard feature. 235/55R18 tires is a standard feature.  
245/45VR20 tires             245/45VR20 tires is an optional feature. 245/45VR20 tires is an optional feature. 245/45VR20 tires is a standard feature.
255/45VR19 tires               255/45VR19 tires is a standard feature. 255/45VR19 tires is a standard feature.
245/45YR20 tires                 245/45YR20 tires is an optional feature.
Audio Systems  
Unbranded, 6 speakers Unbranded, 6 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 6 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 6 speakers is a standard feature.   Unbranded, 6 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 6 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 6 speakers is a standard feature.    
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)     Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature. Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature.        
Unbranded, 7 speakers             Unbranded, 7 speakers is an optional feature.    
Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)               Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature. Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature.
Accessories  
AC power outletPowers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier.       AC power outlet is an optional feature. AC power outlet is a standard feature. AC power outlet is an optional feature.        
Powers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier.
Adaptive cruise controlAutomatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Minimum speed around 30 mph. Replaces regular cruise control, and includes its value.                 Adaptive cruise control is an optional feature. Adaptive cruise control is an optional feature.
Automatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Minimum speed around 30 mph. Replaces regular cruise control, and includes its value.
Adaptive cruise control, all-speedAutomatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value.         Adaptive cruise control, all-speed is an optional feature.          
Automatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value.
Ashtray and lighter (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.             Ashtray and lighter (optional) is an optional feature. Ashtray and lighter (optional) is an optional feature. Ashtray and lighter (optional) is an optional feature. Ashtray and lighter (optional) is an optional feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Cruise control Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature.   Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature.    
Heated steering wheel       Heated steering wheel is a standard feature.       Heated steering wheel is a standard feature. Heated steering wheel is a standard feature.
Keyless entry keypadUnlock the car by entering a code on a door-mounted keypad.             Keyless entry keypad is a standard feature. Keyless entry keypad is a standard feature. Keyless entry keypad is a standard feature. Keyless entry keypad is a standard feature.
Unlock the car by entering a code on a door-mounted keypad.
Power front side windowsOften must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.   Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature.
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.
Power locks Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature.
Power rear side windows Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature.
Power-adjustable pedalsPedals adjust fore-and-aft to provide the optimal relationship with the steering wheel.                 Power-adjustable pedals is a standard feature. Power-adjustable pedals is a standard feature.
Pedals adjust fore-and-aft to provide the optimal relationship with the steering wheel.
Proximity keyEnter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.   Proximity key is a standard feature. Proximity key is a standard feature. Proximity key is a standard feature. Proximity key is a standard feature. Proximity key is a standard feature.   Proximity key is an optional feature. Proximity key is a standard feature. Proximity key is a standard feature.
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.
Remote appCheck on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee.   Remote app is a standard feature. Remote app is a standard feature. Remote app is a standard feature. Remote app is a standard feature. Remote app is a standard feature.        
Check on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee.
Remote keyless entryUnlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.   Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature.
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.
Remote startStart the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in.     Remote start is an optional feature. Remote start is an optional feature. Remote start is a standard feature. Remote start is an optional feature.   Remote start is a standard feature. Remote start is a standard feature. Remote start is a standard feature.
Start the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in.
Semi-automated parking systemAutomatically steers the vehicle into a parking space. Driver operates the transmission, and sometimes also the brake and accelerator.         Semi-automated parking system is an optional feature.       Semi-automated parking system is an optional feature. Semi-automated parking system is an optional feature.
Automatically steers the vehicle into a parking space. Driver operates the transmission, and sometimes also the brake and accelerator.
Sunshade, rear, powerGreatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window. Includes the value of manual rear shade.                 Sunshade, rear, power is a standard feature. Sunshade, rear, power is a standard feature.
Greatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window. Includes the value of manual rear shade.
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature.    
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power               Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature.
Universal garage door openerHomelink.       Universal garage door opener is an optional feature. Universal garage door opener is an optional feature. Universal garage door opener is an optional feature.     Universal garage door opener is a standard feature. Universal garage door opener is a standard feature.
Homelink.
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety  
4-wheel disc brakesRear disc brakes.   4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature.
Rear disc brakes.
911 assistAutomatically contacts 911 through a linked cell phone in the event of a severe collision.               911 assist is a standard feature. 911 assist is a standard feature. 911 assist is a standard feature.
Automatically contacts 911 through a linked cell phone in the event of a severe collision.
AlarmOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.   Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature.   Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature.
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Antilock brakes (ABS)Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.   Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature.
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.
Automatic braking, high-speed or partialIf collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking.         Automatic braking, high-speed or partial is an optional feature.          
If collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking.
Automatic braking, low-speedAutomatically brakes car to avoid low-speed collisions.       Automatic braking, low-speed is an optional feature. Automatic braking, low-speed is an optional feature. Automatic braking, low-speed is an optional feature.        
Automatically brakes car to avoid low-speed collisions.
Blind spot warning systemMirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot.       Blind spot warning system is an optional feature. Blind spot warning system is an optional feature. Blind spot warning system is an optional feature.     Blind spot warning system is a standard feature. Blind spot warning system is a standard feature.
Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot.
Brake assistWhen a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.   Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature.
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.
Cross-traffic warning, rearWarns of traffic coming from either direction when vehicle is in reverse, to prevent accidents when backing out of parking spaces.       Cross-traffic warning, rear is an optional feature. Cross-traffic warning, rear is an optional feature. Cross-traffic warning, rear is an optional feature.     Cross-traffic warning, rear is a standard feature. Cross-traffic warning, rear is a standard feature.
Warns of traffic coming from either direction when vehicle is in reverse, to prevent accidents when backing out of parking spaces.
Curve controlSlows vehicle down when it senses that the vehicle is going too fast for a curve.             Curve control is a standard feature. Curve control is a standard feature. Curve control is a standard feature. Curve control is a standard feature.
Slows vehicle down when it senses that the vehicle is going too fast for a curve.
Driver drowsiness monitorWarns when driver is drowsy and needs to pull over.                 Driver drowsiness monitor is an optional feature. Driver drowsiness monitor is an optional feature.
Warns when driver is drowsy and needs to pull over.
Following distance indicatorIndicates number of seconds behind preceding car.       Following distance indicator is an optional feature. Following distance indicator is an optional feature. Following distance indicator is an optional feature.        
Indicates number of seconds behind preceding car.
Forward collision warningAlerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly.       Forward collision warning is an optional feature. Forward collision warning is an optional feature. Forward collision warning is an optional feature.     Forward collision warning is an optional feature. Forward collision warning is an optional feature.
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly.
Front airbagsMandatory, in all cars.   Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature.
Mandatory, in all cars.
High performance brake pads (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.                   High performance brake pads (optional) is an optional feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Hill start assistApplies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle.   Hill start assist is a standard feature. Hill start assist is a standard feature. Hill start assist is a standard feature. Hill start assist is a standard feature. Hill start assist is a standard feature.        
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle.
Knee airbag, driver Knee airbag, driver is a standard feature. Knee airbag, driver is a standard feature. Knee airbag, driver is a standard feature. Knee airbag, driver is a standard feature. Knee airbag, driver is a standard feature.        
Knee airbag, passenger Knee airbag, passenger is a standard feature. Knee airbag, passenger is a standard feature. Knee airbag, passenger is a standard feature. Knee airbag, passenger is a standard feature. Knee airbag, passenger is a standard feature.        
Lane departure prevention, steering-basedSteering lightly applied to help prevent the vehicle from inadvertently traveling out of its intended lane.       Lane departure prevention, steering-based is an optional feature. Lane departure prevention, steering-based is an optional feature. Lane departure prevention, steering-based is an optional feature.     Lane departure prevention, steering-based is an optional feature. Lane departure prevention, steering-based is an optional feature.
Steering lightly applied to help prevent the vehicle from inadvertently traveling out of its intended lane.
Lane departure warningAlerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane.       Lane departure warning is an optional feature. Lane departure warning is an optional feature. Lane departure warning is an optional feature.     Lane departure warning is an optional feature. Lane departure warning is an optional feature.
Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane.
Obstacle detection, frontBeeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid.       Obstacle detection, front is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, front is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, front is an optional feature.     Obstacle detection, front is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, front is an optional feature.
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid.
Obstacle detection, rearBeeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.       Obstacle detection, rear is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, rear is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, rear is an optional feature.   Obstacle detection, rear is a standard feature. Obstacle detection, rear is a standard feature. Obstacle detection, rear is a standard feature.
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.
Pedestrian detectionWarns driver of pedestrians in path of car.       Pedestrian detection is an optional feature. Pedestrian detection is an optional feature. Pedestrian detection is an optional feature.        
Warns driver of pedestrians in path of car.
Post-crash alert systemSounds horn and flashes hazad lights if airbags or seat belt pretensioners have been activated.             Post-crash alert system is a standard feature. Post-crash alert system is a standard feature. Post-crash alert system is a standard feature. Post-crash alert system is a standard feature.
Sounds horn and flashes hazad lights if airbags or seat belt pretensioners have been activated.
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation systemPrepares brakes (and sometimes also seat belts) for use when radar detects an imminent collision. Might also move seats and close windows. Early Lexus system used laser. Since automatic braking became common it has been unclear which models have this feat         Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system is an optional feature.       Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system is an optional feature. Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system is an optional feature.
Prepares brakes (and sometimes also seat belts) for use when radar detects an imminent collision. Might also move seats and close windows. Early Lexus system used laser. Since automatic braking became common it has been unclear which models have this feat
Rear side airbagsTorso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags.   Rear side airbags is a standard feature. Rear side airbags is a standard feature. Rear side airbags is a standard feature. Rear side airbags is a standard feature. Rear side airbags is a standard feature.        
Torso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags.
Rearview cameraRearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system.     Rearview camera is a standard feature. Rearview camera is a standard feature. Rearview camera is a standard feature. Rearview camera is a standard feature. Rearview camera is a standard feature. Rearview camera is a standard feature. Rearview camera is a standard feature. Rearview camera is a standard feature.
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system.
Rollover sensorDeploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others.   Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature.
Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others.
Safety keyIndividual keys can be coded to enforce specific driving restrictions, such as maximum speed and audio volume.     Safety key is a standard feature. Safety key is a standard feature. Safety key is a standard feature. Safety key is a standard feature. Safety key is a standard feature. Safety key is a standard feature. Safety key is a standard feature. Safety key is a standard feature.
Individual keys can be coded to enforce specific driving restrictions, such as maximum speed and audio volume.
Side curtain airbagsAirbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.   Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature.
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.
Stability controlSelectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).   Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature.
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).
Temporary spare tire Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature.     Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature.
Tire-pressure monitorTwo types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.   Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature.
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.
Torque vectoring, brake-basedUses the brakes to channel torque to the outside wheels and counteract understeer. Similar to stability control, but proactive, and acting to improve cornering performance rather than prevent loss of control.             Torque vectoring, brake-based is a standard feature. Torque vectoring, brake-based is a standard feature. Torque vectoring, brake-based is a standard feature. Torque vectoring, brake-based is a standard feature.
Uses the brakes to channel torque to the outside wheels and counteract understeer. Similar to stability control, but proactive, and acting to improve cornering performance rather than prevent loss of control.
Traction controlWhen a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.   Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature.
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.
Upgraded stability controlAdditional features for stability control, such as performance calibration.                   Upgraded stability control is an optional feature.
Additional features for stability control, such as performance calibration.
Vehicle health reportsPeriodically uploads and emails a vehicle diagnostic check.   Vehicle health reports is a standard feature. Vehicle health reports is a standard feature. Vehicle health reports is a standard feature. Vehicle health reports is a standard feature. Vehicle health reports is a standard feature.   Vehicle health reports is a standard feature. Vehicle health reports is a standard feature. Vehicle health reports is a standard feature.
Periodically uploads and emails a vehicle diagnostic check.
Cargo Management  
Cargo mat   Cargo mat is an optional feature. Cargo mat is an optional feature. Cargo mat is a standard feature. Cargo mat is an optional feature.        
Cargo net   Cargo net is an optional feature. Cargo net is an optional feature. Cargo net is an optional feature. Cargo net is an optional feature.     Cargo net is a standard feature. Cargo net is a standard feature.
Cargo organizerAbove floor system for organizing cargo.     Cargo organizer is an optional feature. Cargo organizer is an optional feature. Cargo organizer is an optional feature. Cargo organizer is an optional feature. Cargo organizer is an optional feature. Cargo organizer is an optional feature. Cargo organizer is an optional feature. Cargo organizer is an optional feature.
Above floor system for organizing cargo.
Console with shifter Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature.
Overhead sunglass holderUsually part of an overhead console.             Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature. Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature. Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature. Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature.
Usually part of an overhead console.
Climate Control  
Air conditioning Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature.
Automatic climate control, frontMaintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.         Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature.   Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature.
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Dual-zone climate controlTemperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.         Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature.   Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature.
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Interior air filterFilters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.   Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature.
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.
Rain-sensing wipersWipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor.                 Rain-sensing wipers is a standard feature. Rain-sensing wipers is a standard feature.
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor.
Rear air ventsVents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling.       Rear air vents is a standard feature. Rear air vents is a standard feature. Rear air vents is a standard feature. Rear air vents is a standard feature. Rear air vents is a standard feature. Rear air vents is a standard feature. Rear air vents is a standard feature.
Vents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling.
Rear defrost Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature.
Rear heat ductsDucts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.   Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature.
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.
Variable intermittent wipersTime between wipes can be precisely adjusted.   Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature.    
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted.
Engine / Motor  
Automatic start / stopAutomatically cuts off the engine when the vehicle is stopped and restarts it when the driver lifts off the brake pedal. Not listed for hybrids, where it is generally part of the powertrain system.   Automatic start / stop is a standard feature. Automatic start / stop is a standard feature. Automatic start / stop is a standard feature.   Automatic start / stop is a standard feature.        
Automatically cuts off the engine when the vehicle is stopped and restarts it when the driver lifts off the brake pedal. Not listed for hybrids, where it is generally part of the powertrain system.
Engine-block heaterPlugs into electrical outlet to warm up the engine. Facilitates starting in extreme cold.   Engine-block heater is an optional feature. Engine-block heater is an optional feature. Engine-block heater is an optional feature. Engine-block heater is an optional feature. Engine-block heater is an optional feature.        
Plugs into electrical outlet to warm up the engine. Facilitates starting in extreme cold.
Exterior  
Active grille shuttersClose grille openings when not needed to reduce aerodynamic drag.   Active grille shutters is a standard feature. Active grille shutters is a standard feature. Active grille shutters is a standard feature.   Active grille shutters is a standard feature.        
Close grille openings when not needed to reduce aerodynamic drag.
Black exterior trim (optional)     Black exterior trim (optional) is an optional feature.            
Black grille (optional)     Black grille (optional) is an optional feature.            
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.         Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature.   Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature.
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.
Laminated front side windowsReduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering.   Laminated front side windows is a standard feature. Laminated front side windows is a standard feature. Laminated front side windows is a standard feature. Laminated front side windows is a standard feature. Laminated front side windows is a standard feature.        
Reduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering.
Mud guardsFlaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks.     Mud guards is an optional feature. Mud guards is an optional feature. Mud guards is an optional feature. Mud guards is an optional feature.        
Flaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks.
Paint, special red     Paint, special red is an optional feature. Paint, special red is an optional feature. Paint, special red is an optional feature.   Paint, special red is an optional feature. Paint, special red is an optional feature. Paint, special red is an optional feature.
Paint, special white     Paint, special white is an optional feature. Paint, special white is an optional feature. Paint, special white is an optional feature.   Paint, special white is an optional feature. Paint, special white is an optional feature. Paint, special white is an optional feature.
Panoramic sunroofFront glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof.       Panoramic sunroof is an optional feature. Panoramic sunroof is an optional feature. Panoramic sunroof is an optional feature.        
Front glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof.
Rear spoilerCan be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.       Rear spoiler is an optional feature.       Rear spoiler is an optional feature. Rear spoiler is an optional feature. Rear spoiler is a standard feature.
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.
Sunroof             Sunroof is an optional feature. Sunroof is an optional feature. Sunroof is an optional feature.
Infotainment  
4G LTE connectivityHigher speed Internet connection. Monthly fee after trial period.     4G LTE connectivity is a standard feature. 4G LTE connectivity is a standard feature. 4G LTE connectivity is a standard feature. 4G LTE connectivity is a standard feature.        
Higher speed Internet connection. Monthly fee after trial period.
Android Auto supportRequires compatible Android phone.     Android Auto support is a standard feature. Android Auto support is a standard feature. Android Auto support is a standard feature. Android Auto support is a standard feature.   Android Auto support is an optional feature. Android Auto support is a standard feature. Android Auto support is a standard feature.
Requires compatible Android phone.
App supportTouchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years.      App support is a standard feature. App support is a standard feature. App support is a standard feature. App support is a standard feature. App support is a standard feature. App support is a standard feature. App support is a standard feature. App support is a standard feature.
Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years.
Apple CarPlay supportRequires compatible Apple iPhone.     Apple CarPlay support is a standard feature. Apple CarPlay support is a standard feature. Apple CarPlay support is a standard feature. Apple CarPlay support is a standard feature.   Apple CarPlay support is an optional feature. Apple CarPlay support is a standard feature. Apple CarPlay support is a standard feature.
Requires compatible Apple iPhone.
Audio controls on steering wheel Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature.
Aux inputJack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.   Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature.
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.
Bluetooth audio streamingUses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone.     Bluetooth audio streaming is a standard feature. Bluetooth audio streaming is a standard feature. Bluetooth audio streaming is a standard feature. Bluetooth audio streaming is a standard feature.   Bluetooth audio streaming is a standard feature. Bluetooth audio streaming is a standard feature. Bluetooth audio streaming is a standard feature.
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone.
Bluetooth cell phone linkEnables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.     Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature.   Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature.
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.
CD player           CD player is a standard feature. CD player is a standard feature. CD player is a standard feature. CD player is a standard feature.
HD radioHigh-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees.                 HD radio is a standard feature. HD radio is a standard feature.
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees.
MP3-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.             MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature.
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.
Navigation systemScreen-based navigation system.       Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is a standard feature. Navigation system is an optional feature.   Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is an optional feature.
Screen-based navigation system.
Satellite radioXM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.       Satellite radio is a standard feature. Satellite radio is a standard feature. Satellite radio is a standard feature.   Satellite radio is a standard feature. Satellite radio is a standard feature. Satellite radio is a standard feature.
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.
SMS text-to-speech readerConverts text messages to speech.     SMS text-to-speech reader is a standard feature. SMS text-to-speech reader is a standard feature. SMS text-to-speech reader is a standard feature. SMS text-to-speech reader is a standard feature.   SMS text-to-speech reader is a standard feature. SMS text-to-speech reader is a standard feature. SMS text-to-speech reader is a standard feature.
Converts text messages to speech.
Surround sound               Surround sound is a standard feature. Surround sound is a standard feature.
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigationIn-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system plus turn-by-turn navigation (no map display). For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months.   Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation is a standard feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation is a standard feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation is a standard feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation is a standard feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation is a standard feature.        
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system plus turn-by-turn navigation (no map display). For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months.
Traffic + travel informationInformation about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.               Traffic + travel information is an optional feature. Traffic + travel information is an optional feature. Traffic + travel information is an optional feature.
Information about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.
USB portOften permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.   USB port is a standard feature. USB port is a standard feature. USB port is a standard feature. USB port is a standard feature. USB port is a standard feature.   USB port is a standard feature. USB port is a standard feature. USB port is a standard feature.
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.
Voice control for audio systemSometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.     Voice control for audio system is a standard feature. Voice control for audio system is a standard feature.   Voice control for audio system is a standard feature.        
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Voice control for external devicesPhone or other device operated via the vehicle's voice command system. Requires a compatible device--all aren't supported.     Voice control for external devices is a standard feature. Voice control for external devices is a standard feature. Voice control for external devices is a standard feature. Voice control for external devices is a standard feature.   Voice control for external devices is a standard feature. Voice control for external devices is a standard feature. Voice control for external devices is a standard feature.
Phone or other device operated via the vehicle's voice command system. Requires a compatible device--all aren't supported.
Voice control for nav and audioSometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.       Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature. Voice control for nav and audio is a standard feature. Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature.   Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature. Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature. Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature.
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Wi-Fi hotspotProvides Wi-Fi within the car. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee.     Wi-Fi hotspot is a standard feature. Wi-Fi hotspot is a standard feature. Wi-Fi hotspot is a standard feature. Wi-Fi hotspot is a standard feature.        
Provides Wi-Fi within the car. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee.
Wireless charging stationWirelessly charger for phones and audio players.       Wireless charging station is an optional feature. Wireless charging station is a standard feature. Wireless charging station is an optional feature.        
Wirelessly charger for phones and audio players.
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors  
Auto-dimming driver-side mirrorDriver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.                 Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is a standard feature.
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Auto-dimming headlightsHigh beams automatically turned on and off.       Auto-dimming headlights is an optional feature. Auto-dimming headlights is an optional feature. Auto-dimming headlights is an optional feature.     Auto-dimming headlights is a standard feature. Auto-dimming headlights is a standard feature.
High beams automatically turned on and off.
Auto-dimming rearview mirrorInterior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.       Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional feature.   Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature.
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Automatic headlightsHeadlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.     Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature.
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.
CompassWe haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.     Compass is a standard feature. Compass is a standard feature. Compass is a standard feature. Compass is a standard feature.   Compass is a standard feature. Compass is a standard feature. Compass is a standard feature.
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.
Detailed driving style feedbackDriving style displayed and/or evaluated with a grade, with changes in display graphics, or with a graph of performance over time.           Detailed driving style feedback is a standard feature.        
Driving style displayed and/or evaluated with a grade, with changes in display graphics, or with a graph of performance over time.
Heated mirrorsClears ice and fog from mirrors.       Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature.   Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature.
Clears ice and fog from mirrors.
Illuminated visor mirror, driverIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.       Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Illuminated visor mirror, passengerIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.       Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature.
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Interior ambient lightingLEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.       Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature.     Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature.
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster displayThe information displayed by the instruments can be customized. Color display(s) of at least 20 square inches.               Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display is an optional feature. Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display is a standard feature. Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display is a standard feature.
The information displayed by the instruments can be customized. Color display(s) of at least 20 square inches.
Large energy flow and fuel economy displayStandard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information.           Large energy flow and fuel economy display is a standard feature.        
Standard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information.
LED tail lightsOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.         LED tail lights is a standard feature.          
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Map lightsFront row reading lights.   Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature.
Front row reading lights.
Outside temperature display   Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature.   Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature.
Perimeter approach lightingArea around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.               Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature. Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature. Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature.
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.
Power mirrorsIncludes value of manual remote mirrors.   Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature.
Includes value of manual remote mirrors.
Rear reading lights     Rear reading lights is a standard feature. Rear reading lights is a standard feature. Rear reading lights is a standard feature. Rear reading lights is a standard feature. Rear reading lights is a standard feature. Rear reading lights is a standard feature. Rear reading lights is a standard feature.
Speed limit informationDisplays the current speed limit. Included with nav on an increasing number of cars. No feature value here because incomplete info on availability.       Speed limit information is an optional feature. Speed limit information is a standard feature. Speed limit information is an optional feature.        
Displays the current speed limit. Included with nav on an increasing number of cars. No feature value here because incomplete info on availability.
Spotter mirror(s)Auxiliary convex lens in the corner of the outside mirror that improves view of the driver's blind spot.             Spotter mirror(s) is a standard feature. Spotter mirror(s) is a standard feature.    
Auxiliary convex lens in the corner of the outside mirror that improves view of the driver's blind spot.
TachometerReports engine speed.   Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature.   Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature.
Reports engine speed.
Trip computerReports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.   Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature.
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.
Turn signals on or near mirrors     Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature. Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature. Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature.        
Visor mirror, driver   Visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.              
Visor mirror, passenger   Visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature.              
Xenon HID headlightsProvide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.                   Xenon HID headlights is a standard feature.
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.
Seats and Interior Trim  
Front buckets Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature.
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature.
All-weather floor matsAll-weather floormats.     All-weather floor mats is an optional feature. All-weather floor mats is an optional feature. All-weather floor mats is an optional feature. All-weather floor mats is an optional feature. All-weather floor mats is an optional feature. All-weather floor mats is an optional feature. All-weather floor mats is an optional feature. All-weather floor mats is an optional feature.
All-weather floormats.
Center armrest(s), front row Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature.
Center armrest(s), second row Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature.
Cooled or ventilated front seats       Cooled or ventilated front seats is a standard feature.       Cooled or ventilated front seats is a standard feature. Cooled or ventilated front seats is a standard feature.
Door sill trim plates               Door sill trim plates is a standard feature. Door sill trim plates is a standard feature.
Floor mats Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature.
Folding second row seatsSeat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.   Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature.
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Heated front seats     Heated front seats is an optional feature. Heated front seats is a standard feature. Heated front seats is an optional feature.   Heated front seats is an optional feature. Heated front seats is a standard feature. Heated front seats is a standard feature.
Heated second row seats               Heated second row seats is a standard feature. Heated second row seats is a standard feature.
Illuminated door sill trim plates     Illuminated door sill trim plates is an optional feature. Illuminated door sill trim plates is an optional feature. Illuminated door sill trim plates is an optional feature.        
Leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.       Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature. Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature. Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature.   Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature. Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature. Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature.
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.
Leather-wrapped steering wheel     Leather-wrapped steering wheel is an optional feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is an optional feature.   Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature.    
Manual height adjuster, driver seat Manual height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Manual height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.              
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat Manual height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Manual height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.              
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seatManually adjustable lower back support.             Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.    
Manually adjustable lower back support.
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seatManually adjustable lower back support.             Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.    
Manually adjustable lower back support.
Memory system, driver seat       Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature.       Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature. Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature.
Metal pedals                 Metal pedals is a standard feature.
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat     Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat     Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power height adjuster, driver seat     Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power height adjuster, passenger seat     Power height adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seatPower-adjustable lower back support.       Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.     Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power-adjustable lower back support.
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seatPower-adjustable lower back support.       Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature.     Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power-adjustable lower back support.
Power recliner, driver seat     Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature.     Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power recliner, passenger seat     Power recliner, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is an optional feature.     Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power tilt adjuster, driver seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.       Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.             Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede.                   Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces is a standard feature.
Seating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede.
Synthetic suede steering wheelSynthetic suede steering wheel rim.                   Synthetic suede steering wheel is an optional feature.
Synthetic suede steering wheel rim.
Upgraded floor mats       Upgraded floor mats is an optional feature.          
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheelReal wood comprises part of the steering wheel rim.                 Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature.  
Real wood comprises part of the steering wheel rim.
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires  
Alloy wheels   Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature.    
Machined alloy wheelsOuter surface of alloy wheels machines to yield a bright finish. Replace and include value of reqular alloy wheels.               Machined alloy wheels is an optional feature.   Machined alloy wheels is a standard feature.
Outer surface of alloy wheels machines to yield a bright finish. Replace and include value of reqular alloy wheels.
Performance steering system (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.                   Performance steering system (optional) is an optional feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Polished alloy wheelsAlloy wheels highly polished to yield an almost chrome-like finish. In the past valued more highly than regular alloy wheels. But the term is used so broadly lately, often meaning that only some of the wheel face is machined, that they have the same defau                 Polished alloy wheels is an optional feature.  
Alloy wheels highly polished to yield an almost chrome-like finish. In the past valued more highly than regular alloy wheels. But the term is used so broadly lately, often meaning that only some of the wheel face is machined, that they have the same defau
Sport suspension (upgrade)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.                    
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.                   Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) is an optional feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Wheel locksLug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels.     Wheel locks is an optional feature. Wheel locks is an optional feature. Wheel locks is an optional feature. Wheel locks is an optional feature.        
Lug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels.
Wheels, dark finish     Wheels, dark finish is an optional feature.            
Transmission  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controlsPaddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission.                   Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is a standard feature.
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission.

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Option Package Contents

Redline Edition

Features
Wheels, dark finish
Black grille (optional)
Black exterior trim (optional)
245/40R19 tires

Sun and Wheels Package

Features
245/45R18 tires

Leather Package

Features
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Power height adjuster, passenger seat
Leather seating surfaces
Heated front seats
Power recliner, passenger seat
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)

Convenience and Technology Package

Features
Wireless charging station
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
AC power outlet
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
AC power outlet

Panoramic sunroof

Features
Universal garage door opener
Panoramic sunroof

Driver Confidence Package

Features
Lane departure warning
Blind spot warning system
Cross-traffic warning, rear
Automatic braking, low-speed
Forward collision warning
Lane departure prevention, steering-based
Pedestrian detection
Following distance indicator
Obstacle detection, front
Obstacle detection, rear
Auto-dimming headlights

Sport Package

Features
Rear spoiler

Sun and Wheels Package

Features
Upgraded floor mats
Universal garage door opener
Panoramic sunroof
245/40R19 tires

Driver Confidence Package II

Features
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
Semi-automated parking system

Driver Confidence Package

Features
Lane departure warning
Blind spot warning system
Cross-traffic warning, rear
Automatic braking, low-speed
Forward collision warning
Lane departure prevention, steering-based
Pedestrian detection
Following distance indicator
Obstacle detection, front
Obstacle detection, rear
Auto-dimming headlights

Leather Package

Features
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Power height adjuster, passenger seat
Leather seating surfaces
Heated front seats
Power recliner, passenger seat
Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)

Convenience and Technology Package

Features
Wireless charging station
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
AC power outlet
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
AC power outlet

Driver Confidence Package

Features
Lane departure warning
Blind spot warning system
Cross-traffic warning, rear
Automatic braking, low-speed
Forward collision warning
Lane departure prevention, steering-based
Pedestrian detection
Following distance indicator
Obstacle detection, front
Obstacle detection, rear
Auto-dimming headlights

Package 201A

Features
Proximity key
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display

SYNC 3

Features
Apple CarPlay support
Android Auto support

Navigation system

Features
Navigation system
Voice control for nav and audio
Traffic + travel information

Leather seating surfaces

Features
Leather seating surfaces
Heated front seats

Driver Assist Package

Features
Lane departure warning
Semi-automated parking system
Driver drowsiness monitor
Forward collision warning
Lane departure prevention, steering-based
Adaptive cruise control
Obstacle detection, front
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system

Navigation system

Features
Navigation system
Voice control for nav and audio
Traffic + travel information

Performance Package

Features
Synthetic suede steering wheel
Upgraded stability control
High performance brake pads (optional)
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)
Performance steering system (optional)
245/45YR20 tires
3.16 axle ratio

Driver Assist Package

Features
Lane departure warning
Semi-automated parking system
Driver drowsiness monitor
Forward collision warning
Lane departure prevention, steering-based
Adaptive cruise control
Obstacle detection, front
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system

Navigation system

Features
Navigation system
Voice control for nav and audio
Traffic + travel information
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