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Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
Model | C30 | C30 | Grand Vitara | Grand Vitara | Grand Vitara | Grand Vitara |
Trim | T5 | T5 R-Design | Base | Premium | XSport | Luxury |
Engines | ||||||
Transmissions | ||||||
Drivetrains | ||||||
Tires | ||||||
Audio Systems | ||||||
Accessories | ||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | ||||||
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | ||||||
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | ||||||
Operate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob. | ||||||
One-time charge for special order options | ||||||
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. | ||||||
Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot. | ||||||
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | ||||||
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. | ||||||
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | ||||||
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. | ||||||
Cargo Management | ||||||
Net extending from the floor to the ceiling to prevent cargo from flying into the passenger area during sudden stops. | ||||||
Usually part of an overhead console. | ||||||
No crossbars. | ||||||
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. | ||||||
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor. | ||||||
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | ||||||
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | ||||||
Drivetrain | ||||||
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. | ||||||
Exterior | ||||||
Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron. | ||||||
Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron. Not body color. | ||||||
Protective cladding extending partly onto the doors. | ||||||
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | ||||||
Requires external spare tire. | ||||||
Spare tire mounted to the tailgate. | ||||||
Reduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering. | ||||||
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | ||||||
Used to connect the vehicle with another, so one of them can tow the other out of the mud. | ||||||
Extensions to the wheel opening, both decorative and protective. | ||||||
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. | ||||||
Includes CD player. | ||||||
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees. | ||||||
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. | ||||||
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. | ||||||
Includes frequencies for weather channels. Only listed when pricing a single model because incomplete data for all model. | ||||||
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||||||
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | ||||||
Headlights automatically turn off. | ||||||
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it. | ||||||
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. | ||||||
Front row reading lights. | ||||||
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. | ||||||
Reports engine speed. | ||||||
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | ||||||
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. | ||||||
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. | ||||||
Manually adjustable lower back support. | ||||||
Manually adjustable lower back support. | ||||||
Either only the front seats are leather or the upholstery is a mix of cloth and leather. | ||||||
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. | ||||||
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. | ||||||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
Alloy wheels plated with chrome. Some use a more durable, alternative process (PVD, Superchrome). Replace and include value of regular alloy wheels. | ||||||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. |
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