Model Year | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
Model | CX-30 | CX-30 | CX-30 | CX-30 | CX-30 | CX-30 | CX-30 | R8 | R8 | R8 | R8 |
Trim | 2.5 S | 2.5 S Select | 2.5 S Preferred | 2.5 S Premium | 2.5 Turbo | 2.5 Turbo Premium | 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus | V8 | V10 | V10 Plus | Competition |
Engines | |||||||||||
Transmissions | |||||||||||
Drivetrains | |||||||||||
Tires | |||||||||||
Audio Systems | |||||||||||
Accessories | |||||||||||
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. Can require a monthly fee. | |||||||||||
Can turn on air conditioning system remotely using the key fob, to cool down the car before getting into it. Some also enable this with heat. | |||||||||||
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | |||||||||||
Remote start the car using a phone-based app. Complimentary for at least three years. | |||||||||||
Homelink. | |||||||||||
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||||||
Rear disc brakes. | |||||||||||
Automatically contacts 911 through a linked cell phone in the event of a severe collision. | |||||||||||
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. | |||||||||||
If collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking. | |||||||||||
Automatically brakes car to avoid low-speed collisions. | |||||||||||
Automatically applies the brakes if you're about to back into something. | |||||||||||
Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot. | |||||||||||
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | |||||||||||
Ceramic composite brake rotors. | |||||||||||
Automatically applies the brakes if you're about to back into the path of an oncoming car. | |||||||||||
Warns of traffic coming from either direction when vehicle is in reverse, to prevent accidents when backing out of parking spaces. | |||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||||
Warns when driver is drowsy and needs to pull over. | |||||||||||
Applies the brakes to a slipping drive wheel to transfer torque to the other side, simulating the effect of a limited-slip differential. We haven't identified all applications, often implied by traction control. | |||||||||||
Indicates number of seconds behind preceding car. | |||||||||||
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly. | |||||||||||
Mandatory, in all cars. | |||||||||||
Torso-level front row airbags, usually contained in the seats. Many also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags. | |||||||||||
Briefly and slightly reduce engine torque when the steering wheel is turned to transfer some weight forward and improve initial steering response. | |||||||||||
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle. | |||||||||||
Steering lightly applied to help prevent the vehicle from inadvertently traveling out of its intended lane. | |||||||||||
Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane. | |||||||||||
Proactively helps keep the car centered inside a detected lane via steering assistance. | |||||||||||
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. | |||||||||||
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | |||||||||||
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. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | |||||||||||
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | |||||||||||
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. | |||||||||||
Periodically uploads and emails a vehicle diagnostic check. | |||||||||||
Cargo Management | |||||||||||
Usually part of an overhead console. | |||||||||||
No crossbars. | |||||||||||
Climate Control | |||||||||||
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |||||||||||
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |||||||||||
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. | |||||||||||
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor. | |||||||||||
Vents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling. | |||||||||||
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | |||||||||||
Engine / Motor | |||||||||||
The engine is located behind the driver but ahead of the rear axle. | |||||||||||
Changes sound of exhaust and/or appearance of the tips. In some cases might slightly improve performance. | |||||||||||
Exterior | |||||||||||
Protective cladding extending partly onto the doors. | |||||||||||
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | |||||||||||
Chrome or satin-painted fuel door. | |||||||||||
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | |||||||||||
Spoiler extends automatically at high speeds. Otherwise flush with body. Can be manually extended and retracted. | |||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||||
Extensions to the wheel opening, both decorative and protective. | |||||||||||
Gas Guzzler Tax | |||||||||||
Infotainment | |||||||||||
Higher speed Internet connection. Monthly fee after trial period. | |||||||||||
Requires compatible Android phone. | |||||||||||
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. | |||||||||||
Requires compatible Apple iPhone. | |||||||||||
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. | |||||||||||
Audio system capable of playing DVD-Audio discs. | |||||||||||
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. | |||||||||||
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | |||||||||||
Screen-based navigation system. | |||||||||||
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | |||||||||||
SD, CF, PCMCIA, or other digital media reader. | |||||||||||
Converts text messages to speech. | |||||||||||
Information about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | |||||||||||
Information about traffic conditions. 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. | |||||||||||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | |||||||||||
Provides Wi-Fi within the car. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee. | |||||||||||
Wirelessly charger for phones and audio players. | |||||||||||
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. | |||||||||||
Stopwatch, lap timer. Usually includes an analog clock. | |||||||||||
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it. | |||||||||||
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. | |||||||||||
Reads road signs and displays them in the instrument cluster. | |||||||||||
Warns driver if the traffic sign recognition system notices a change in the speed limit but the vehicle doesn't slow down. | |||||||||||
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. | |||||||||||
Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||||||
All-weather floormats. | |||||||||||
Won't be listed in conjunction with wood or aluminum trim even if they are available together. | |||||||||||
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. | |||||||||||
Leather beyond the seating surfaces, door panels, and IP top. No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models. | |||||||||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | |||||||||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | |||||||||||
Power-adjustable lower back support. | |||||||||||
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. | |||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||||
A.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe. | |||||||||||
Usually also includes synthetic suede on the pillars. | |||||||||||
Seating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede. | |||||||||||
No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models. | |||||||||||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||||||
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. | |||||||||||
Same value as regular alloy wheels because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||||||
Lug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels. | |||||||||||
Transmission | |||||||||||
Electronically controls engine and transmission for perfect launch. | |||||||||||
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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