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BMW X5 Features

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Available Features for the BMW X5

  

Model Year 2011 2011 2011 2011 2011 2011
Model X5 X5 X5 X5 X5 X5
Trim xDrive35i xDrive35i Premium xDrive35i Sport Activity xDrive35d xDrive50i M
Engines  
turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
300 hp@5800
300 lb-ft@1300
turbocharged<br> 3.0L I6<br>DOHC-4v<br>300 hp@5800 <br>300 lb-ft@1300 is a standard feature. turbocharged<br> 3.0L I6<br>DOHC-4v<br>300 hp@5800 <br>300 lb-ft@1300 is a standard feature. turbocharged<br> 3.0L I6<br>DOHC-4v<br>300 hp@5800 <br>300 lb-ft@1300 is a standard feature.      
turbocharged
3.0L I6 Diesel
DOHC-4v
265 hp@4200
425 lb-ft@1750
      turbocharged<br> 3.0L I6 Diesel<br>DOHC-4v<br>265 hp@4200 <br>425 lb-ft@1750 is a standard feature.    
turbocharged
4.4L V8
DOHC-4v
400 hp@5500
450 lb-ft@1750
        turbocharged<br> 4.4L V8<br>DOHC-4v<br>400 hp@5500 <br>450 lb-ft@1750 is a standard feature.  
turbocharged
4.4L V8
DOHC-4v
567 hp@6000
553 lb-ft@2200
          turbocharged<br> 4.4L V8<br>DOHC-4v<br>567 hp@6000 <br>553 lb-ft@2200 is a standard feature.
Transmissions  
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature. 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature. 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature.   8-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.
Drivetrains  
AWD AWD is a standard feature. AWD is a standard feature. AWD is a standard feature. AWD is a standard feature. AWD is a standard feature. AWD is a standard feature.
Tires  
255/55HR18 tires 255/55HR18 tires is a standard feature. 255/55HR18 tires is a standard feature.   255/55HR18 tires is a standard feature. 255/55HR18 tires is a standard feature.  
255/50HR19 tires   255/50HR19 tires is a standard feature. 255/50HR19 tires is an optional feature. 255/50HR19 tires is an optional feature. 255/50HR19 tires is an optional feature.  
275/40WR20 tires     275/40WR20 tires is a standard feature. 275/40WR20 tires is an optional feature. 275/40WR20 tires is an optional feature.  
315/35WR20 tires     315/35WR20 tires is a standard feature. 315/35WR20 tires is an optional feature. 315/35WR20 tires is an optional feature.  
255/50VR19 tires         255/50VR19 tires is an optional feature.  
285/45VR19 tires         285/45VR19 tires is an optional feature.  
275/40YR20 tires           275/40YR20 tires is a standard feature.
315/35YR20 tires           315/35YR20 tires is a standard 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, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)   Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature.
Unbranded, 825W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)           Unbranded, 825W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature.
Accessories  
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. Adaptive cruise control, all-speed is an optional feature.   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.
Cruise control 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 an optional feature. Heated steering wheel is an optional feature. Heated steering wheel is an optional feature. Heated steering wheel is an optional feature. Heated steering wheel is an optional feature.
Power door closersPulls door tight after latch is engaged. Door can be shut with very little effort.             Power door closers is an optional feature.
Pulls door tight after latch is engaged. Door can be shut with very little effort.
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.
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 an optional feature. Power liftgate is an optional feature. Power liftgate is an optional feature. Power liftgate is an optional 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 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 trunk / liftgate pull-downPulls decklid / liftgate tight after latch is engaged. Door can be shut with very little effort.   Power trunk / liftgate pull-down is a standard feature.          
Pulls decklid / liftgate tight after latch is engaged. Door can be shut with very little effort.
Proximity keyEnter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.     Proximity key is an optional feature. Proximity key is an optional feature. Proximity key is an optional feature. Proximity key is an optional feature. Proximity key is an optional 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 an optional feature. Remote app is an optional feature. Remote app is an optional feature. Remote app is an optional feature. Remote app is an optional 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.
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.
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. Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature. Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature. Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature. Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature. Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature.
Operate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob.
Sunshades, second rowGreatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors.   Sunshades, second row is an optional feature. Sunshades, second row is an optional feature. Sunshades, second row is an optional feature. Sunshades, second row is an optional feature. Sunshades, second row is an optional feature. Sunshades, second row is an optional 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, power   Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is an optional feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature.
Tool kit Tool kit is a standard feature. Tool kit is a standard feature. Tool kit is a standard feature. Tool kit is a standard feature. Tool kit is a standard feature. Tool kit 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 an optional 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.
Rear disc brakes.
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seatsIf active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common.   Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature.
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common.
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.
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.
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.
Around view camerasSmall external cameras provide a top-down view all around the vehicle, to reduce blind spots while parking.     Around view cameras is an optional feature. Around view cameras is an optional feature. Around view cameras is an optional feature. Around view cameras is an optional feature. Around view cameras is an optional feature.
Small external cameras provide a top-down view all around the vehicle, to reduce blind spots while parking.
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.
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.
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.
Mandatory, in all cars.
Hill descent controlSelectively applies the brakes to maintain a slow, steady descent on off-road downhill slopes.   Hill descent control is a standard feature. Hill descent control is a standard feature. Hill descent control is a standard feature. Hill descent control is a standard feature. Hill descent control is a standard feature. Hill descent control is a standard feature.
Selectively applies the brakes to maintain a slow, steady descent on off-road downhill slopes.
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.
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle.
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.  
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 a standard 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 an optional feature. Obstacle detection, rear is a standard feature.
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.
Performance braking system (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.             Performance braking system (optional) is a standard feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
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.
Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others.
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.
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.
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).
Temporary spare tire Temporary spare tire is an optional feature. Temporary spare tire is an optional feature. Temporary spare tire is an optional feature. Temporary spare tire is an optional feature. Temporary spare tire is an optional feature. Temporary spare tire is an optional 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.
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 a standard feature. Tires, run-flat is a standard feature. Tires, run-flat is a standard feature. Tires, run-flat is a standard feature. Tires, run-flat is a standard feature. Tires, run-flat is a standard feature.
Can be driven deflated for about 50 miles. Usually harm ride quality. Cars with these often have no spare tire.
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.
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.
Wide-view front cameraWide angle camera allows the driver to see well to each side from the very front of the car when pulling out of parking spaces or side streets.     Wide-view front camera is an optional feature. Wide-view front camera is an optional feature. Wide-view front camera is an optional feature. Wide-view front camera is an optional feature. Wide-view front camera is an optional feature.
Wide angle camera allows the driver to see well to each side from the very front of the car when pulling out of parking spaces or side streets.
Cargo Management  
Aluminum roof railsNo crossbars.       Aluminum roof rails is an optional feature.   Aluminum roof rails is an optional feature. Aluminum roof rails is a standard feature.
No crossbars.
Cargo area partition netNet extending from the floor to the ceiling to prevent cargo from flying into the passenger area during sudden stops.     Cargo area partition net is an optional feature. Cargo area partition net is an optional feature. Cargo area partition net is an optional feature. Cargo area partition net is an optional feature. Cargo area partition net is a standard feature.
Net extending from the floor to the ceiling to prevent cargo from flying into the passenger area during sudden stops.
Cargo area rails w/tie downs   Cargo area rails w/tie downs is an optional feature. Cargo area rails w/tie downs is an optional feature. Cargo area rails w/tie downs is an optional feature. Cargo area rails w/tie downs is an optional feature. Cargo area rails w/tie downs is a standard feature.
Cargo cover Cargo cover is a standard feature. Cargo cover is a standard feature. Cargo cover is a standard feature. Cargo cover is a standard feature. Cargo cover is a standard feature. Cargo cover is a standard feature.
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.
Liftglass or two-piece tailgateDo not have to open entire tailgate to access the cargo area.   Liftglass or two-piece tailgate is a standard feature. Liftglass or two-piece tailgate is a standard feature. Liftglass or two-piece tailgate is a standard feature. Liftglass or two-piece tailgate is a standard feature. Liftglass or two-piece tailgate is a standard feature. Liftglass or two-piece tailgate is a standard feature.
Do not have to open entire tailgate to access the cargo area.
Roof railsNo crossbars.     Roof rails is a standard feature.   Roof rails is an optional feature.   Roof rails is an optional feature.
No crossbars.
Ski sackSack attached to rear seat pass-through. Keeps dirty skis from messing up the interior.     Ski sack is an optional feature. Ski sack is an optional feature. Ski sack is an optional feature. Ski sack is an optional feature. Ski sack is an optional feature.
Sack attached to rear seat pass-through. Keeps dirty skis from messing up the interior.
Storage beneath cargo floorLarge storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized.   Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature.
Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized.
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.
Automatic air recirculationAutomatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air.   Automatic air recirculation is a standard feature. Automatic air recirculation is a standard feature. Automatic air recirculation is a standard feature. Automatic air recirculation is a standard feature. Automatic air recirculation is a standard feature. Automatic air recirculation is a standard feature.
Automatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air.
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. 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. 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.
Heated windshield washer nozzles Heated windshield washer nozzles is a standard feature. Heated windshield washer nozzles is a standard feature. Heated windshield washer nozzles is a standard feature. Heated windshield washer nozzles is a standard feature. Heated windshield washer nozzles is a standard feature. Heated windshield washer nozzles is a standard feature.
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.
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. Rain-sensing wipers is a standard feature. Rain-sensing wipers is a standard feature. 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.          
Vents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling.
Rear air vents with automatic controlsMaintains set temperature in rear passenger area by providing heated or cooled air through vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Replaces and includes value of rear air vents with manual controls.     Rear air vents with automatic controls is an optional feature. Rear air vents with automatic controls is an optional feature. Rear air vents with automatic controls is an optional feature. Rear air vents with automatic controls is an optional feature. Rear air vents with automatic controls is an optional feature.
Maintains set temperature in rear passenger area by providing heated or cooled air through vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Replaces and includes value of rear air vents with manual controls.
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 dual-zone climate controlRequires and does not include the value of rear air vents.     Rear dual-zone climate control is an optional feature. Rear dual-zone climate control is an optional feature. Rear dual-zone climate control is an optional feature. Rear dual-zone climate control is an optional feature. Rear dual-zone climate control is an optional feature.
Requires and does not include the value of rear air vents.
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.
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.
Rear wiper Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature.
Residual heatProvides heat for an extended period of time after the engine has been cut off.   Residual heat is a standard feature. Residual heat is a standard feature. Residual heat is a standard feature. Residual heat is a standard feature. Residual heat is a standard feature. Residual heat is a standard feature.
Provides heat for an extended period of time after the engine has been cut off.
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  
Raised top speed limiterPermits a higher top speed before fuel cutoff kicks in.           Raised top speed limiter is an optional feature. Raised top speed limiter is a standard feature.
Permits a higher top speed before fuel cutoff kicks in.
Regenerative brakingSmart alternator recharges battery only while braking, to improve fuel economy.   Regenerative braking is a standard feature. Regenerative braking is a standard feature. Regenerative braking is a standard feature.   Regenerative braking is a standard feature.  
Smart alternator recharges battery only while braking, to improve fuel economy.
Exterior  
Body kitSide skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron.       Body kit is an optional feature.     Body kit is a standard feature.
Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron.
Body kit (gray/black)Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron. Not body color.   Body kit (gray/black) is a standard feature. Body kit (gray/black) is a standard feature.   Body kit (gray/black) is a standard feature. Body kit (gray/black) is a standard feature.  
Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron. Not body color.
Bodyside moldingsMoldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots.   Bodyside moldings is a standard feature. Bodyside moldings is a standard feature. Bodyside moldings is a standard feature. Bodyside moldings is a standard feature. Bodyside moldings is a standard feature. 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. 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 an optional feature. Deep-tinted rear windows is an optional feature. Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard 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 a standard feature. Panoramic sunroof is a standard feature. Panoramic sunroof is a standard feature. Panoramic sunroof is a standard feature. Panoramic sunroof is a standard 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 a standard feature. Rear spoiler is a standard feature. Rear spoiler is a standard feature. Rear spoiler is a standard feature. Rear spoiler is a standard feature. Rear spoiler is a standard feature.
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.
Running boards   Running boards is an optional feature. Running boards is an optional feature. Running boards is an optional feature. Running boards is an optional 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. Special exterior trim is a standard feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Wheel-lip moldingsExtensions to the wheel opening, both decorative and protective.   Wheel-lip moldings is a standard feature. Wheel-lip moldings is a standard feature. Wheel-lip moldings is a standard feature. Wheel-lip moldings is a standard feature. Wheel-lip moldings is a standard feature. Wheel-lip moldings is a standard feature.
Extensions to the wheel opening, both decorative and protective.
Infotainment  
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 an optional feature. App support is an optional feature. App support is an optional feature. App support is an optional feature. App support is an optional 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.
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.
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.
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 an optional feature. Bluetooth audio streaming is an optional feature. Bluetooth audio streaming is an optional feature. Bluetooth audio streaming is an optional feature. Bluetooth audio streaming is an optional 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 an optional feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is an optional feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is an optional feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is an optional feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is an optional 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, remoteCD changer in the glove compartment, trunk, or cargo area, beyond easy reach. Can be in addition to an in-dash CD player.             CD changer, remote is an optional feature.
CD changer in the glove compartment, trunk, or cargo area, beyond easy reach. Can be in addition to an in-dash CD player.
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. 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 an optional feature.
Audio system capable of playing DVD-Audio discs.
Entertainment system, console-mountedA DVD player and screen mounted at the rear of the center console. Often includes a pair of wireless headphones.     Entertainment system, console-mounted is an optional feature. Entertainment system, console-mounted is an optional feature. Entertainment system, console-mounted is an optional feature. Entertainment system, console-mounted is an optional feature. Entertainment system, console-mounted is an optional feature.
A DVD player and screen mounted at the rear of the center console. Often includes a pair of wireless headphones.
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. HD radio is a standard feature. HD radio is a standard feature. HD radio is a standard feature. HD radio is a standard feature.
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees.
iPod integrationIntegrates an iPod with the vehicle's controls and speakers. Usually included if there is a USB port, but can also rely on a proprietary port.   iPod integration is an optional feature. iPod integration is a standard feature. iPod integration is a standard feature. iPod integration is an optional feature. iPod integration is an optional feature. iPod integration is an optional feature.
Integrates an iPod with the vehicle's controls and speakers. Usually included if there is a USB port, but can also rely on a proprietary port.
Media driveBuilt-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files.   Media drive is an optional feature. Media drive is an optional feature. Media drive is an optional feature. Media drive is an optional feature. Media drive is an optional feature. Media drive is a standard feature.
Built-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files.
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. 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 an optional feature. Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is a standard feature.
Screen-based navigation system.
Satellite radio - one year subscriptionXM or Sirius with one-year subscription.   Satellite radio - one year subscription is an optional feature. Satellite radio - one year subscription is an optional feature. Satellite radio - one year subscription is an optional feature. Satellite radio - one year subscription is an optional feature. Satellite radio - one year subscription is an optional feature. Satellite radio - one year subscription is an optional feature.
XM or Sirius with one-year subscription.
SMS text-to-speech readerConverts text messages to speech.   SMS text-to-speech reader is an optional feature. SMS text-to-speech reader is an optional feature. SMS text-to-speech reader is an optional feature. SMS text-to-speech reader is an optional feature. SMS text-to-speech reader is an optional feature. SMS text-to-speech reader is a standard feature.
Converts text messages to speech.
Surround sound   Surround sound is an optional feature. Surround sound is an optional feature. Surround sound is an optional feature. Surround sound is an optional feature. Surround sound 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 an optional feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar is an optional feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar is an optional feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar is an optional feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar is an optional feature. 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 an optional feature. Traffic + travel information is an optional feature. Traffic + travel information is an optional feature. Traffic + travel information is an optional feature. Traffic + travel information is an optional 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.
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 an optional 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 an optional feature. Voice control for external devices is an optional feature. Voice control for external devices is an optional 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 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. Voice control for nav and audio is a standard feature.
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
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 an optional feature. Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is an optional 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 an optional feature. Auto-dimming headlights is an optional feature.
High beams automatically turned on and off.
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirrorPassenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror is a standard feature.
Passenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
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 an optional feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional 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.
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 an optional feature. Compass is an optional feature. Compass is an optional feature. Compass is an optional feature. Compass is a standard feature.
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.
Cornering lightsLights illuminate area just ahead and to the side of the vehicle when the turn signals are used or the steering wheel is turned.   Cornering lights is a standard feature. Cornering lights is a standard feature. Cornering lights is a standard feature. Cornering lights is a standard feature. Cornering lights is a standard feature.  
Lights illuminate area just ahead and to the side of the vehicle when the turn signals are used or the steering wheel is turned.
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. Fog lights is a standard feature.  
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle.
Head-up display (HUD)Projects various instrument readouts onto the windshield. Image actually appears to be floating over the nose of the car. Enables driver to keep eyes on the road.     Head-up display (HUD) is an optional feature. Head-up display (HUD) is an optional feature. Head-up display (HUD) is an optional feature. Head-up display (HUD) is an optional feature. Head-up display (HUD) is an optional feature.
Projects various instrument readouts onto the windshield. Image actually appears to be floating over the nose of the car. Enables driver to keep eyes on the road.
Headlight washers   Headlight washers is an optional feature. Headlight washers is an optional feature. Headlight washers is an optional feature. Headlight washers is an optional feature. Headlight washers is a standard feature.
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.
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.
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 an optional feature. Interior ambient lighting is an optional feature. Interior ambient lighting is an optional feature. Interior ambient lighting is an optional feature. Interior ambient lighting is an optional feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature.
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.
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.
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. Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature. Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature. Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature. Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature. 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. 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. 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.
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 an optional feature. Power-folding mirrors is an optional feature. Power-folding mirrors is an optional feature. Power-folding mirrors is an optional feature. Power-folding mirrors is an optional feature. 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.
Steering-linked headlightsHeadlights swivel when steering wheel is turned.   Steering-linked headlights is a standard feature. Steering-linked headlights is a standard feature. Steering-linked headlights is a standard feature. Steering-linked headlights is a standard feature. Steering-linked headlights is a standard feature. 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. 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.
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. 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.
Xenon HID headlightsProvide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.   Xenon HID headlights is a standard feature. Xenon HID headlights is a standard feature. Xenon HID headlights is a standard feature. Xenon HID headlights is a standard feature. 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 sport buckets   Front sport buckets is an optional feature. Front sport buckets is a standard feature. Front sport buckets is an optional feature. Front sport buckets is an optional feature. Front sport 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.
Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench   Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench is an optional feature. Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench is an optional feature. Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench is an optional feature. Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench is an optional feature.  
Aluminum trimReal aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together.       Aluminum trim is an optional feature.   Aluminum trim is an optional feature. Aluminum trim is a standard feature.
Real aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together.
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), 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.
Cooled or ventilated front seats   Cooled or ventilated front seats is an optional feature. Cooled or ventilated front seats is an optional feature. Cooled or ventilated front seats is an optional feature. Cooled or ventilated front seats is an optional feature. 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. 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.
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Folding third row seatsSeat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.     Folding third row seats is an optional feature. Folding third row seats is an optional feature. Folding third row seats is an optional feature. Folding third row seats is an optional 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 an optional feature. Heated front seats is an optional feature. Heated front seats is an optional feature. Heated front seats is an optional feature. Heated front seats is a standard feature.
Heated second row seats   Heated second row seats is an optional feature. Heated second row seats is an optional feature. Heated second row seats is an optional feature. Heated second row seats is an optional feature. Heated second row seats is an optional feature.
Leather accent trimLeather trim, sometimes woven, in place of the more usual aluminum or wood trim.             Leather accent trim is an optional feature.
Leather trim, sometimes woven, in place of the more usual aluminum or wood trim.
Leather door panel trim   Leather door panel trim is a standard feature. Leather door panel trim is a standard feature. Leather door panel trim is an optional feature. Leather door panel trim is a standard feature. Leather door panel trim is a standard 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 a standard 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 seating surfaces, third-row seats   Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats is an optional feature. Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats is an optional feature. Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats is an optional feature. Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats is an optional feature.  
Leather upholstery, extended coverageLeather beyond the seating surfaces, door panels, and IP top. No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.     Leather upholstery, extended coverage is an optional feature. Leather upholstery, extended coverage is an optional feature. Leather upholstery, extended coverage is an optional feature. Leather upholstery, extended coverage is an optional feature.  
Leather beyond the seating surfaces, door panels, and IP top. No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.
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. 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 a standard feature. Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats is a standard feature. Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats is a standard feature. Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats is a standard feature. Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats is a standard feature. Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats is a standard feature.
Seat adjusts back and forth to vary the split between the second row and the third row or cargo area.
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. 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.
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seatManually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.              
Manually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seatManually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.              
Manually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Massage, driver seatPower lumbar or vibration used to massage lower back.     Massage, driver seat is an optional feature. Massage, driver seat is an optional feature. Massage, driver seat is an optional feature. Massage, driver seat is an optional feature. Massage, driver seat is an optional feature.
Power lumbar or vibration used to massage lower back.
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. Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature. Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature. Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature.
Memory system, passenger seat   Memory system, passenger seat is an optional feature. Memory system, passenger seat is an optional feature. Memory system, passenger seat is an optional feature. Memory system, passenger seat is an optional feature. Memory system, passenger seat is an optional feature.
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seatLower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.     Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seatLower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.     Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.
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, 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 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 headrest height adjuster, driver seat Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height 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, passenger seat 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 height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
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, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power recliner, passenger seat Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power seatback bolsters, driver seatPower adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.     Power seatback bolsters, driver seat is an optional feature. Power seatback bolsters, driver seat is an optional feature. Power seatback bolsters, driver seat is an optional feature. Power seatback bolsters, driver seat is an optional feature. Power seatback bolsters, driver seat is an optional feature.
Power adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seatPower adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.     Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat is an optional feature.
Power adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seatPower-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.     Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature.
Power-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seatPower-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.     Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature.
Power-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
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 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 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 upper seatback recliner, driver seatThe upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part.     Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat is an optional feature. Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat is an optional feature. Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat is an optional feature. Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat is an optional feature. Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat is an optional feature.
The upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part.
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seatThe upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part; especially useful when the seat is heavily reclined, to better support the upper back.     Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat is an optional feature.
The upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part; especially useful when the seat is heavily reclined, to better support the upper back.
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. Special interior trim is a standard feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Synthetic leather seating surfacesA.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe.   Synthetic leather seating surfaces is a standard feature.     Synthetic leather seating surfaces is a standard feature.    
A.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe.
Upgraded leather upholsteryNo additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.     Upgraded leather upholstery is an optional feature. Upgraded leather upholstery is an optional feature. Upgraded leather upholstery is an optional feature. Upgraded leather upholstery is an optional feature.  
No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.
Upholstered instrument panel, leather   Upholstered instrument panel, leather is an optional feature. Upholstered instrument panel, leather is an optional feature. Upholstered instrument panel, leather is an optional feature. Upholstered instrument panel, leather is an optional feature. Upholstered instrument panel, leather is a standard feature.
Wood trimReal wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.   Wood trim is an optional feature. Wood trim is a standard feature. Wood trim is a standard feature. Wood trim is a standard feature. Wood trim is a standard feature. Wood trim is an optional feature.
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires  
Active stabilizer barsMotors joining the left and right halves of the stabilizer bars twist them to further reduce roll in turns and disengages them to improve ride quality when not turning.     Active stabilizer bars is an optional feature. Active stabilizer bars is an optional feature. Active stabilizer bars is an optional feature. Active stabilizer bars is an optional feature. Active stabilizer bars is a standard feature.
Motors joining the left and right halves of the stabilizer bars twist them to further reduce roll in turns and disengages them to improve ride quality when not turning.
Active steeringThe steering ratio is automatically varied based on vehicle speed and other factors.     Active steering is an optional feature. Active steering is an optional feature.   Active steering is an optional feature.  
The steering ratio is automatically varied based on vehicle speed and other factors.
Adaptive dampers - electricalShocks that electrically adjust their firmness based on sensor readings of the road surface. The driver might also be able to select a \"sport\" setting.     Adaptive dampers - electrical is an optional feature. Adaptive dampers - electrical is an optional feature. Adaptive dampers - electrical is an optional feature. Adaptive dampers - electrical is an optional feature. Adaptive dampers - electrical is a standard feature.
Shocks that electrically adjust their firmness based on sensor readings of the road surface. The driver might also be able to select a \"sport\" setting.
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.
Electronic systems calibration selectorVaries throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration.     Electronic systems calibration selector is an optional feature. Electronic systems calibration selector is an optional feature. Electronic systems calibration selector is an optional feature. Electronic systems calibration selector is an optional feature. Electronic systems calibration selector is a standard feature.
Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration.
Rear air springs, auto-levelingAir springs maintain the rear ride height.     Rear air springs, auto-leveling is an optional feature. Rear air springs, auto-leveling is an optional feature. Rear air springs, auto-leveling is an optional feature. Rear air springs, auto-leveling is an optional feature. Rear air springs, auto-leveling is a standard feature.
Air springs maintain the rear ride height.
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. 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  
Launch controlElectronically controls engine and transmission for perfect launch.             Launch control is a standard feature.
Electronically controls engine and transmission for perfect launch.
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 a standard feature. 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

Luxury Design

Features
Wood trim
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Bluetooth cell phone link
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror
Panoramic sunroof
Power-folding mirrors
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror
Interior ambient lighting
Remote app

Executive Tier

Features
Heated steering wheel
Headlight washers
Ski sack

Interior Design Package

Features
Power liftgate

Parking Assistance Package

Features
Cargo area rails w/tie downs
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror
Cargo area partition net
Interior ambient lighting
Leather door panel trim
Leather seating surfaces
Remote app
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Universal garage door opener
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Telematics service, such as OnStar
Bluetooth cell phone link
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror
Compass
Power-folding mirrors

Rear comfort seats

Features
Rear air vents with automatic controls
Sunshades, second row
Rear dual-zone climate control
Rear dual-zone climate control

xLine

Features
Obstacle detection, front
Voice control for nav and audio
Media drive
Around view cameras
Traffic + travel information

Multicontour seats

Features
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat
Memory system, passenger seat
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat
Memory system, passenger seat
Front sport buckets

Third-row seat

Features
Rear air springs, auto-leveling
Folding third row seats
Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats
Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench

Luxury Seating Package

Features
Cooled or ventilated front seats
Massage, driver seat

Dynamic Handling Package

Features
Adaptive dampers - electrical
Active stabilizer bars
Electronic systems calibration selector

Executive Tier

Features
Heated steering wheel
Headlight washers
Ski sack

Interior Design Package

Features
Power liftgate

Parking Assistance Package

Features
Cargo area rails w/tie downs
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror
Cargo area partition net
Interior ambient lighting
Leather door panel trim
Leather seating surfaces
Remote app
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Universal garage door opener
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Telematics service, such as OnStar
Bluetooth cell phone link
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror
Compass
Power-folding mirrors

Rear comfort seats

Features
Rear air vents with automatic controls
Sunshades, second row
Rear dual-zone climate control
Rear dual-zone climate control

xLine

Features
Obstacle detection, front
Voice control for nav and audio
Media drive
Around view cameras
Traffic + travel information

Adaptive M Suspension

Features
Body kit
Obstacle detection, front
Aluminum roof rails

Third-row seat

Features
Rear air springs, auto-leveling
Folding third row seats
Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats
Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench

Luxury Seating Package

Features
Cooled or ventilated front seats
Massage, driver seat

Multicontour seats

Features
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat
Memory system, passenger seat
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat
Memory system, passenger seat
Front sport buckets

Dynamic Handling Package

Features
Adaptive dampers - electrical
Active stabilizer bars
Electronic systems calibration selector

Executive Tier

Features
255/50HR19 tires
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Special exterior trim
Special interior trim
255/50HR19 tires

Dynamic Damper Control

Features
Surround sound
Voice control for external devices
Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)

Executive Tier

Features
Heated steering wheel
Headlight washers
Ski sack

Premium Tier

Features
Power liftgate

Parking Assistance Package

Features
Cargo area rails w/tie downs
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror
Cargo area partition net
Interior ambient lighting
Leather door panel trim
Leather seating surfaces
Remote app
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Universal garage door opener
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Telematics service, such as OnStar
Bluetooth cell phone link
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror
Compass
Power-folding mirrors

Rear comfort seats

Features
Rear air vents with automatic controls
Sunshades, second row
Rear dual-zone climate control
Rear dual-zone climate control

xLine

Features
Obstacle detection, front
Voice control for nav and audio
Media drive
Around view cameras
Traffic + travel information

Multicontour seats

Features
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat
Memory system, passenger seat
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat
Memory system, passenger seat
Front sport buckets

Third-row seat

Features
Rear air springs, auto-leveling
Folding third row seats
Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats
Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench

Luxury Seating Package

Features
Cooled or ventilated front seats
Massage, driver seat

Dynamic Handling Package

Features
Adaptive dampers - electrical
Active stabilizer bars
Electronic systems calibration selector

Executive Tier

Features
255/50HR19 tires
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Special exterior trim
Special interior trim
255/50HR19 tires

M Sport Design

Features
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Special exterior trim
Special interior trim
Aluminum roof rails
Raised top speed limiter
255/50VR19 tires
285/45VR19 tires

Dynamic Damper Control

Features
Surround sound
Voice control for external devices
Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)

Executive Tier

Features
Heated steering wheel
Headlight washers
Ski sack

Premium Tier

Features
Power liftgate

Parking Assistance Package

Features
Cargo area rails w/tie downs
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror
Cargo area partition net
Interior ambient lighting
Leather door panel trim
Leather seating surfaces
Remote app
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Universal garage door opener
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Telematics service, such as OnStar
Bluetooth cell phone link
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror
Compass
Power-folding mirrors

Rear comfort seats

Features
Rear air vents with automatic controls
Sunshades, second row
Rear dual-zone climate control
Rear dual-zone climate control

xLine

Features
Obstacle detection, front
Voice control for nav and audio
Media drive
Around view cameras
Traffic + travel information

Third-row seat

Features
Rear air springs, auto-leveling
Folding third row seats
Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats
Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench

Luxury Seating Package

Features
Cooled or ventilated front seats
Massage, driver seat

Multicontour seats

Features
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat
Memory system, passenger seat
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat
Memory system, passenger seat
Front sport buckets

Dynamic Handling Package

Features
Adaptive dampers - electrical
Active stabilizer bars
Electronic systems calibration selector

Driving Assistance Plus Package

Features
iPod integration
Voice control for external devices
Unbranded, 825W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)

Dynamic Handling Package

Features
Heated second row seats
Heated steering wheel
Ski sack

Rear comfort seats

Features
Rear air vents with automatic controls
Sunshades, second row
Rear dual-zone climate control
Rear dual-zone climate control

Driving Assistance Package

Features
Auto-dimming headlights
Around view cameras

Luxury Seating Package

Features
Cooled or ventilated front seats
Massage, driver seat

Multicontour seats

Features
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat
Memory system, passenger seat
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat
Memory system, passenger seat
Front sport buckets
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