Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 |
Model | Panamera | Panamera | Panamera | Sportage | Sportage | Sportage | Sportage |
Trim | Base | S | Turbo | LX | S | EX | SX |
Engines | |||||||
Transmissions | |||||||
Drivetrains | |||||||
Tires | |||||||
Audio Systems | |||||||
Accessories | |||||||
Automatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Minimum speed around 30 mph. Replaces regular cruise control, and includes its value. | |||||||
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. | |||||||
Release latch by standing near the bumper for a few seconds. | |||||||
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. | |||||||
Start the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in. | |||||||
Greatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window. Includes the value of manual rear shade. | |||||||
Greatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors. Includes value of manual shades. | |||||||
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. | |||||||
If collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking. | |||||||
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. | |||||||
Ceramic composite brake rotors. | |||||||
Warns of traffic coming from either direction when vehicle is in reverse, to prevent accidents when backing out of parking spaces. | |||||||
Warns when driver is drowsy and needs to pull over. | |||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly. | |||||||
Mandatory, in all cars. | |||||||
Selectively applies the brakes to maintain a slow, steady descent on off-road downhill slopes. | |||||||
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. | |||||||
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. | |||||||
Torso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags. | |||||||
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. | |||||||
Uses the brakes to channel torque to the outside wheels and counteract understeer. Similar to stability control, but proactive, and acting to improve cornering performance rather than prevent loss of control. | |||||||
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 | |||||||
Hitch rated for up to 3,500 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower. | |||||||
Usually part of an overhead console. | |||||||
Usually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat. | |||||||
Includes side rails and crossbars. | |||||||
Requires roof rails. Together constitute a roof rack. | |||||||
No crossbars. | |||||||
Second-row center console that rises to armrest height, and usually includes storage. | |||||||
Second-row center console that does not rise above the level of the seat cushions. | |||||||
Sack attached to rear seat pass-through. Keeps dirty skis from messing up the interior. | |||||||
Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized. | |||||||
Climate Control | |||||||
Automatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air. | |||||||
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. | |||||||
Ionizes air to clean it. Might create high levels of ozone. | |||||||
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. | |||||||
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. | |||||||
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | |||||||
Makes rain bead up and roll off the windows. | |||||||
Heating elements defrost area where front wipers rest. | |||||||
Drivetrain | |||||||
When one rear wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction. | |||||||
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. | |||||||
Engine / Motor | |||||||
Automatically cuts off the engine when the vehicle is stopped and restarts it when the driver lifts off the brake pedal. Not listed for hybrids, where it is generally part of the powertrain system. | |||||||
Valves open in the exhaust at high rpm and/or during brisk acceleration, for power boost and/or richer sound. Valves can also be opened with a switch. | |||||||
Smart alternator recharges battery only while braking, to improve fuel economy. | |||||||
Changes sound of exhaust and/or appearance of the tips. In some cases might slightly improve performance. | |||||||
Exterior | |||||||
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | |||||||
Mirrored glass relects sun and thus heat away from the interior. | |||||||
Reduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering. | |||||||
Sometimes referred to as a skid plate, but really an appearance item. | |||||||
Sometimes referred to as a skid plate, but really an appearance item. | |||||||
Flaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks. | |||||||
Front glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof. | |||||||
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. | |||||||
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. | |||||||
Infotainment | |||||||
Requires compatible Android phone. | |||||||
Requires compatible Apple iPhone. | |||||||
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. | |||||||
CD changer in the glove compartment, trunk, or cargo area, beyond easy reach. Can be in addition to an in-dash CD player. | |||||||
Audio system capable of playing DVD-Audio discs. | |||||||
A DVD player and two front headrest-mounted screens. | |||||||
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. | |||||||
Enables navigation even without roads. Requires and does not include the value of a navigation system. | |||||||
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | |||||||
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. | |||||||
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. | |||||||
Lights illuminate area just ahead and to the side of the vehicle when the turn signals are used or the steering wheel is turned. | |||||||
Make it easier for following vehicles to see the vehicle in fog. | |||||||
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | |||||||
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. | |||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||
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. | |||||||
Measures and displays lateral acceleration. Some also measure and display 0-60, quarter mile, etc. | |||||||
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. | |||||||
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. | |||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights. | |||||||
Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
Real aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together. | |||||||
The outside seatback bolster automatically firms up in hard turns. | |||||||
The outside seatback bolster automatically firms up in hard turns. | |||||||
Won't be listed in conjunction with wood or aluminum trim even if they are available together. | |||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||
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. | |||||||
Manually adjustable lower back support. | |||||||
Manually adjustable lower back support. | |||||||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | |||||||
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 adjustable bolsters on the seat cushion, to prevent sliding out of the seat in hard turns. | |||||||
Power adjustable bolsters on the seat cushion, to prevent sliding out of the seat in hard turns. | |||||||
Power-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs. | |||||||
Power-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs. | |||||||
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. | |||||||
Fabric that resists stains, and in many cases odors as well. | |||||||
A.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe. | |||||||
Usually also includes synthetic suede on the pillars. | |||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||||||
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 comprises part of the steering wheel rim. | |||||||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
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. | |||||||
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. | |||||||
Same value as regular alloy wheels because no way to compare across models. | |||||||
Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration. | |||||||
Outer surface of alloy wheels machines to yield a bright finish. Replace and include value of reqular alloy wheels. | |||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value 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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