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Acura RL vs. Ford Flex Feature Comparison

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

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Features Comparison: Acura RL vs. Ford Flex

  

Model Year 2006 2013 2013 2013
Model RL Flex Flex Flex
Trim Base SE SEL Limited
Engines  
3.7L V6
OHC-4v
303 hp@6300
273 lb-ft@5000
 3.7L V6<br>OHC-4v<br>303 hp@6300 <br>273 lb-ft@5000 is a standard feature.      
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
287 hp@6500
254 lb-ft@4000
   3.5L V6<br>DOHC-4v<br>287 hp@6500 <br>254 lb-ft@4000 is a standard feature.  3.5L V6<br>DOHC-4v<br>287 hp@6500 <br>254 lb-ft@4000 is a standard feature.  3.5L V6<br>DOHC-4v<br>287 hp@6500 <br>254 lb-ft@4000 is a standard feature.
turbocharged
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
365 hp@5500
350 lb-ft@3500
      turbocharged<br> 3.5L V6<br>DOHC-4v<br>365 hp@5500 <br>350 lb-ft@3500 is an optional feature.
Transmissions  
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature.      
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.
Drivetrains  
AWD AWD is a standard feature.   AWD is an optional feature. AWD is an optional feature.
FWD   FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature.
Tires  
245/50VR17 tires 245/50VR17 tires is a standard feature.      
245/680VR460 tires 245/680VR460 tires is an optional feature.      
235/60R17 tires   235/60R17 tires is a standard feature. 235/60R17 tires is a standard feature.  
235/60R18 tires     235/60R18 tires is a standard feature. 235/60R18 tires is a standard feature.
255/45VR20 tires     255/45VR20 tires is an optional feature. 255/45VR20 tires is an optional feature.
235/55R19 tires       235/55R19 tires is a standard feature.
Audio Systems  
Bose, 260W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) Bose, 260W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature.      
Unbranded, 6 speakers   Unbranded, 6 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 6 speakers is a standard 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.
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.
Powers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier.
Active noise reductionCancels out interior noise by playing the opposite noise through the vehicle's speakers.   Active noise reduction is a standard feature.      
Cancels out interior noise by playing the opposite noise through the vehicle's speakers.
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.
Cruise control   Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control 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.
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.
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.
Power liftgateLiftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob.       Power liftgate is an optional feature. Power liftgate is a standard feature.
Liftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob.
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 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-adjustable pedalsPedals adjust fore-and-aft to provide the optimal relationship with the steering wheel.       Power-adjustable pedals is an optional 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.
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.
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.
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 a standard feature.
Start the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in.
Remote window/roof operationOperate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob.   Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature.      
Operate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob.
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.
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.      
Greatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window. Includes the value of manual rear shade.
Sunshades, second rowGreatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors.   Sunshades, second row is a standard feature.      
Greatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors.
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, power Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature.     Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is an optional feature.
Universal garage door openerHomelink.   Universal garage door opener is a standard 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.      
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 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.
Slows vehicle down when it senses that the vehicle is going too fast for a curve.
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.
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.
Mandatory, in all cars.
Inflatable rear seat beltsOutboard rear shoulder belts inflate in a collision.     Inflatable rear seat belts is an optional feature. Inflatable rear seat belts is an optional feature. Inflatable rear seat belts is an optional feature.
Outboard rear shoulder belts inflate in a collision.
Obstacle detection, frontBeeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid.         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 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.
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.
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.
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
Rearview cameraRearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system.       Rearview camera is an optional 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.
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.
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.      
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.
Side curtain airbags, three rowsAirbags contained just above the window level. Cover all three rows.     Side curtain airbags, three rows is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags, three rows is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags, three rows is a standard feature.
Airbags contained just above the window level. Cover all three rows.
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.
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.
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.
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.
Tires, run-flatCan be driven deflated for about 50 miles. Usually harm ride quality. Cars with these often have no spare tire.   Tires, run-flat is an optional feature.      
Can be driven deflated for about 50 miles. Usually harm ride quality. Cars with these often have no spare 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.
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.
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.
Trailer sway controlAutomatically applies a front brake to counteract sway induced by a trailer.       Trailer sway control is an optional feature. Trailer sway control is an optional feature.
Automatically applies a front brake to counteract sway induced by a trailer.
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.
Periodically uploads and emails a vehicle diagnostic check.
Cargo Management  
Cargo net Cargo net is a standard feature.   Cargo net is a standard feature. Cargo net is a standard feature.
Class III trailer hitchHitch rated for up to 5,000 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower.       Class III trailer hitch is an optional feature. Class III trailer hitch is an optional feature.
Hitch rated for up to 5,000 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower.
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.
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.
Usually part of an overhead console.
Rear seat pass-throughUsually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat.   Rear seat pass-through is a standard feature.      
Usually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat.
Refrigerated storage compartment       Refrigerated storage compartment is an optional feature.
Roof railsNo crossbars.     Roof rails is an optional feature. Roof rails is an optional feature. Roof rails is an optional feature.
No crossbars.
Second-row high consoleSecond-row center console that rises to armrest height, and usually includes storage.        Second-row high console is an optional feature. Second-row high console is an optional feature.
Second-row center console that rises to armrest height, and usually includes storage.
Trailering equipment (7 wire)Includes seven-wire harness, necessary for larger trailers.       Trailering equipment (7 wire) is an optional feature. Trailering equipment (7 wire) is an optional feature.
Includes seven-wire harness, necessary for larger trailers.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.      
Vents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling.
Rear air vents with manual controlsFan speed and/or temperature can be manually set for vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Includes value of rear vents.     Rear air vents with manual controls is a standard feature. Rear air vents with manual controls is a standard feature. Rear air vents with manual controls is a standard feature.
Fan speed and/or temperature can be manually set for vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Includes value of rear vents.
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 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.
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.
Rear HVAC unitA second evaporator provides cool air to rear vents. Does not include the value of these vents. Includes rear heater.     Rear HVAC unit is a standard feature. Rear HVAC unit is a standard feature. Rear HVAC unit is a standard feature.
A second evaporator provides cool air to rear vents. Does not include the value of these vents. Includes rear heater.
Rear wiper   Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature.
Speed-sensitive wipersOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.   Speed-sensitive wipers is a standard feature. Speed-sensitive wipers is a standard feature. Speed-sensitive wipers is a standard feature.  
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
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.  
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted.
Drivetrain  
Active rear differentialActively splits power between the left and right rear wheels, which generally yields sportier handling.   Active rear differential is a standard feature.      
Actively splits power between the left and right rear wheels, which generally yields sportier handling.
Engine / Motor  
Oil coolerOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.       Oil cooler is an optional feature. Oil cooler is an optional feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Exterior  
Bodyside moldingsMoldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots.   Bodyside moldings is a standard feature.      
Moldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots.
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.
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.
Deep-tinted rear windows   Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature. Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature. Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature.
Glass roof panel(s)One or more glass panels in the roof that cannot be opened or removed.       Glass roof panel(s) is an optional feature. Glass roof panel(s) is an optional feature.
One or more glass panels in the roof that cannot be opened or removed.
Laminated front side windowsReduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering.         Laminated front side windows is a standard feature.
Reduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering.
Paint, special red     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.
Rear bumper protector   Rear bumper protector is a standard feature. Rear bumper protector is a standard feature. Rear bumper protector is a standard feature.
Special exterior trimOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.       Special exterior trim is an optional feature. Special exterior trim is an optional feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Special roof color     Special roof color is an optional feature. Special roof color is an optional feature.
Sunroof Sunroof is a standard feature.   Sunroof is an optional feature. Sunroof is an optional feature.
Infotainment  
A/V input jacksJacks for a video camera, game console, or other device with A/V output.       A/V input jacks is a standard feature. A/V input jacks is a standard feature.
Jacks for a video camera, game console, or other device with A/V output.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.
CD changer, in-dashIncludes CD player.   CD changer, in-dash is a standard feature.      
Includes CD player.
CD player   CD player is a standard feature. CD player is a standard feature. CD player is a standard feature.
DVD-Audio-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing DVD-Audio discs.   DVD-Audio-compatible player is a standard feature.      
Audio system capable of playing DVD-Audio discs.
Entertainment system with dual headrest screensA DVD player and two front headrest-mounted screens.     Entertainment system with dual headrest screens is an optional feature. Entertainment system with dual headrest screens is an optional feature. Entertainment system with dual headrest screens is an optional feature.
A DVD player and two front headrest-mounted screens.
HD radioHigh-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees.         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.
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.
Navigation systemScreen-based navigation system.   Navigation system is a standard feature.   Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is a standard feature.
Screen-based navigation system.
Navigation, turn-by-turnSimple directions displayed on rudimentary screen and/or spoken over audio system. Fee after first 3-12 months.       Navigation, turn-by-turn is a standard feature. Navigation, turn-by-turn is a standard feature.
Simple directions displayed on rudimentary screen and/or spoken over audio system. Fee after first 3-12 months.
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 an optional 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.
SD Card slotSD, CF, PCMCIA, or other digital media reader.       SD Card slot is a standard feature. SD Card slot is a standard feature.
SD, CF, PCMCIA, or other digital media reader.
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.
Converts text messages to speech.
Surround sound Surround sound is a standard feature.     Surround sound is a standard feature.
SYNC     SYNC is a standard feature. SYNC is a standard feature.
Telematics service, such as OnStarIn-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months.   Telematics service, such as OnStar is a standard feature.      
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. 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 a standard feature. Traffic + travel information is a standard feature.
Information about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.
Traffic informationInformation about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.   Traffic information is a standard feature.      
Information about traffic conditions. 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.
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.    
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.
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 a standard feature.   Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature. Voice control for nav and audio is a standard feature.
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Wi-Fi hotspot capabilityProvides Wi-Fi within the car. Requires mobile modem and non-dedicated broadband service.       Wi-Fi hotspot capability is a standard feature. Wi-Fi hotspot capability is a standard feature.
Provides Wi-Fi within the car. Requires mobile modem and non-dedicated broadband service.
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors  
Auto-dimming rearview mirrorInterior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard 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.
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.
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.
Fog lightsLight wide area close in front of the vehicle.   Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature.
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Front row reading lights.
Mirror tilt-down in reverseOne or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb.   Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature.      
One or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb.
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.
Perimeter approach lightingArea around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.       Perimeter approach lighting is an optional 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.
Includes value of manual remote mirrors.
Power-folding mirrorsMirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots.         Power-folding mirrors is a standard feature.
Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots.
Rear reading lights   Rear reading lights is a standard feature. Rear reading lights is a standard feature. Rear reading lights is a standard feature.
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.
Steering-linked headlightsHeadlights swivel when steering wheel is turned.   Steering-linked headlights is a standard feature.      
Headlights swivel when steering wheel is turned.
TachometerReports engine speed.   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.
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.      
Xenon HID headlightsProvide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.   Xenon HID headlights is a standard feature.     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.
Second-row 3-person bench Second-row 3-person bench is a standard feature.      
Second-row buckets     Second-row buckets is an optional feature. Second-row buckets is an optional 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.
Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench   Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench is a standard feature. Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench is a standard feature. Third-row 2-section 2-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 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), second row Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature.   Center armrest(s), second row is an optional feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature.
Cooled or ventilated front seats       Cooled or ventilated front seats is an optional feature.
Door sill trim plates       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.
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.
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 a standard feature.   Heated front seats is a standard feature. Heated front seats is a standard feature.
Heated second row seats       Heated second row seats is an optional feature.
Leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.   Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature.   Leather seating surfaces is an optional 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 a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature.  
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seatsSeat adjusts back and forth to vary the split between the second row and the third row or cargo area.       Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats is an optional feature.  
Seat adjusts back and forth to vary the split between the second row and the third row or cargo area.
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seatManually adjustable lower back support.     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.  
Manually adjustable lower back support.
Manual recliner, second row seats   Manual recliner, second row seats is a standard feature. Manual recliner, second row seats is a standard feature. Manual recliner, second row seats is a standard feature.
Memory system, driver seat Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature.   Memory system, driver seat is an optional feature. Memory system, driver seat 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, passenger seat 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, passenger seat     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-adjustable lower back support.
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seatPower-adjustable lower back support.   Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.     Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is an optional 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, passenger seat Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature.     Power recliner, passenger seat is an optional feature.
Power release, second row seatsSeats tumble forward at the press of a button. Must be returned to upright position manually.     Power release, second row seats is a standard feature. Power release, second row seats is a standard feature. Power release, second row seats is a standard feature.
Seats tumble forward at the press of a button. Must be returned to upright position manually.
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 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 tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power-folding headrests, second row seatsFold at press of a button on the instrument panel, to improve rearward visibility.   Power-folding headrests, second row seats is a standard feature.      
Fold at press of a button on the instrument panel, to improve rearward visibility.
Power-stowing third row seatsSeat powers into a well completely beneath the floor level to enlarge cargo area. Also powers back upright. Replaces manual stowing seat, and includes the value of that feature.         Power-stowing third row seats is an optional feature.
Seat powers into a well completely beneath the floor level to enlarge cargo area. Also powers back upright. Replaces manual stowing seat, and includes the value of that feature.
Special interior trimOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.       Special interior trim is an optional feature. Special interior trim is an optional feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Stowable third row seatsSeat stows in a well completely beneath the floor level.     Stowable third row seats is a standard feature. Stowable third row seats is a standard feature.  
Seat stows in a well completely beneath the floor level.
Tailgating position, third row seatsThird-row seat can be flipped over to face out the rear of the vehicle, for use with the tailgate open.         Tailgating position, third row seats is an optional feature.
Third-row seat can be flipped over to face out the rear of the vehicle, for use with the tailgate open.
Wood trimReal wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.   Wood trim is a standard feature.      
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.
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.
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 a standard feature.  
Outer surface of alloy wheels machines to yield a bright finish. Replace and include value of reqular alloy wheels.
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.         Sport suspension (upgrade) is an optional feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
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.     Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is an optional 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

Advance Package

Features
Adaptive cruise control
Tires, run-flat
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial
Forward collision warning
245/680VR460 tires

Package 202A

Features
Leather seating surfaces
Memory system, driver seat
Power-adjustable pedals
Remote start
Perimeter approach lighting
Blind spot warning system
Cross-traffic warning, rear

Package 201A

Features
Rearview camera
Power liftgate
AC power outlet

Appearance Package

Features
Special exterior trim
Special interior trim

Navigation system

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

Package 301A / 303A

Features
Forward collision warning
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power
Cooled or ventilated front seats
Power recliner, passenger seat
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Adaptive cruise control
Obstacle detection, front
Tailgating position, third row seats
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system
Power-stowing third row seats
Semi-automated parking system

Appearance Package

Features
Special exterior trim
Special interior trim
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