Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
Model | i-MiEV | i-MiEV | Rio | Rio | Rio |
Trim | ES | SE | Base | LX | SX |
Engines | |||||
Transmissions | |||||
Drivetrains | |||||
Tires | |||||
Audio Systems | |||||
Accessories | |||||
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | |||||
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. | |||||
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
Rear disc brakes. | |||||
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | |||||
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | |||||
Mandatory, in all cars. | |||||
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | |||||
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | |||||
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. | |||||
Cargo Management | |||||
Climate Control | |||||
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. | |||||
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | |||||
Engine / Motor | |||||
Warms the battery pack of an electric car to enable it to drive in cold temperatures. | |||||
Allows for quick charging to 80 percent capacity at 440V charging stations. Using such chargers frequently might degrade the battery. | |||||
Exterior | |||||
Moldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots. | |||||
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | |||||
Gas Guzzler Tax | |||||
Infotainment | |||||
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | |||||
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | |||||
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. | |||||
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | |||||
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | |||||
Headlights automatically turn off. | |||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | |||||
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | |||||
Front row reading lights. | |||||
Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | |||||
Reports engine speed. | |||||
Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | |||||
Manually tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | |||||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
No power assist for the steering. Rare. | |||||
Only listed when optional. Almost always standard. | |||||
Lug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels. |
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