

Model Year | 2018 |
Model | |
Trim | 570 |
Engines | |
Transmissions | |
Drivetrains | |
Tires | |
Audio Systems | |
Accessories | |
Powers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier. | |
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. | |
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | |
Liftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob. | |
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | |
Check on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Usually requires a monthly fee, though often as part of a package of telematics services. | |
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | |
Operate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob. | |
Greatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors. | |
Homelink. | |
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |
Rear disc brakes. | |
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common. | |
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | |
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | |
Small external cameras provide a top-down view all around the vehicle, to reduce blind spots while parking. | |
Automatically brakes car to avoid low-speed collisions. | |
Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot. | |
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | |
Automatically maintains one of a few driver-selected low speeds, for slippery surfaces or off-roading. Includes hill descent control. | |
Warns of traffic coming from either direction when vehicle is in reverse, to prevent accidents when backing out of parking spaces. | |
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly. | |
Mandatory, in all cars. | |
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle. | |
Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane. | |
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid. | |
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | |
Warns driver of pedestrians in path of car. | |
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. | |
Torso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags. | |
Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others. | |
Airbags contained just above the window level. Cover all three rows. | |
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | |
Select electronic chassis control settings for a specific terrain type. | |
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | |
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | |
Automatically applies a front brake to counteract sway induced by a trailer. | |
Pulses the inside rear brake to help the vehicle make sharper turns at low speed in low range. | |
Periodically uploads and emails a vehicle diagnostic check. | |
Cargo Management | |
Hitch rated for up to 5,000 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower. | |
Do not have to open entire tailgate to access the cargo area. | |
Usually part of an overhead console. | |
Includes side rails and crossbars. | |
Requires roof rails. Together constitute a roof rack. | |
Includes seven-wire harness, necessary for larger trailers. | |
Climate Control and Infotainment | |
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. | |
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | |
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone. | |
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | |
Includes CD player. | |
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |
Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data. | |
A DVD player and two front headrest-mounted screens. | |
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees. | |
Built-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files. | |
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | |
Screen-based navigation system. | |
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor. | |
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. | |
Requires and does not include the value of rear air vents. | |
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | |
A second evaporator provides cool air to rear vents. Does not include the value of these vents. Includes rear heater. | |
Audio controls for rear seat passengers, usually to control output through headphone jacks. | |
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | |
Activate Siri using button on steering wheel. Make calls, hear and dictate texts and email, manage calendar, turn-by-turn nav. Requires iPhone 4S or higher. | |
Converts text messages to speech. | |
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 6-12 months. | |
Information about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | |
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | |
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | |
Makes rain bead up and roll off the windows. | |
Heating elements defrost area where front wipers rest. | |
Wirelessly charger for phones and audio players. | |
Exterior | |
Moldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots. | |
Reduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering. | |
Flaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks. | |
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | |
Prevent underbody damage when off-roading. | |
Used to connect the vehicle with another, so one of them can tow the other out of the mud. | |
Used to connect the vehicle with another, so one of them can tow the other out of the mud. | |
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |
High beams automatically turned on and off. | |
Passenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | |
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it. | |
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | |
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. | |
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | |
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. | |
LED headlights last longer and use less energy than other types. | |
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |
Front row reading lights. | |
One or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb. | |
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked. | |
Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | |
Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots. | |
Displays the current speed limit. Included with nav on an increasing number of cars. No feature value here because incomplete info on availability. | |
Headlights swivel when steering wheel is turned. | |
Reports engine speed. | |
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | |
Powertrain | |
The center differential can be manually locked using a button. Only for use at low speeds on loose surfaces. Engaging low range (where available) usually locks the center differential automatically. | |
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |
Seats and Interior Trim | |
All-weather floormats. | |
Coordinates seat heaters (and ventilated seats and/or heated steering wheel, if present) with climate control system. | |
Coordinates rear seat heaters (and possibly ventilation, if present) with climate control system. | |
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | |
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | |
Power-adjustable lower back support. | |
Power-adjustable lower back support. | |
Power-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs. | |
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | |
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | |
Seat powers flat to enlarge cargo area. Also powers back upright. Replaces manual folding seat, and includes the value of that feature. | |
No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models. | |
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. | |
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. | |
Real wood comprises part of the steering wheel rim. | |
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |
The steering ratio is automatically varied based on vehicle speed and other factors. | |
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. | |
Air springs automatically level the vehicle and enable manual adjustment of ride height. | |
Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration. | |
Lug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels. |
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