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Toyota GR86 vs Mercedes-Benz S-Class facelift: the short answer
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Specification
GR86
S-Class facelift
Maximum Power
GR86173 kW @ 7000 rpm
S-Class facelift-
Maximum Torque
GR86250 Nm @ 3700 rpm
S-Class facelift-
Engine Size
GR862387 cc
S-Class facelift-
Combined Fuel Economy
GR8610.9 km/l
S-Class facelift-
Ground Clearance
GR86130 mm
S-Class facelift-
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Spec
GR86
S-Class facelift
Model Introduced Year
2022
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Generation
Second generation GR86 with improved 2.4L engine
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Facelift History
Second generation introduced in 2022 with more power
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Facelift Launched Since
2022
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Facelift Version Ending
Current
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Body Style
Sedan
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Color Note
White, Red, Black, Grey, Blue
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Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
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Model Year
2026
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Production Status
active
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Segment
Sedan
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Tare Mass Kg
1270 kg
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Vehicle Type
Sedan
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Spec
GR86
S-Class facelift
Length
4265 mm
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Width
1775 mm
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Height
1310 mm
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Wheelbase
2575 mm
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Ground Clearance (Default)
130 mm
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Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
125 mm
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Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
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Boot/Cargo Space
237 l
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Kerb Weight
1270 kg
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Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1660 kg
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Payload Capacity
390 kg
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Towing Capacity
1600 kg
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Seating Capacity
4 seats
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Number of Rows
2 rows
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Doors
4 doors
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Minimum Turning Radius
5.4 m
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Front Headroom
998 mm
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Rear Headroom
958 mm
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Front Legroom
1050 mm
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Rear Legroom
891 mm
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Spec
GR86
S-Class facelift
Front Track Width
1520 mm
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Rear Track Width
1540 mm
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Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
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Rear Suspension
Double Wishbone
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Chassis Type
Monocoque
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Power Steering
Electric
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Steering Column
Tilt and Telescopic
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Front Spring Type
MacPherson Strut
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Rear Spring Type
Double Wishbone
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Chassis Material
Monocoque
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Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
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Rear Axle Type
Double Wishbone
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Rear Suspension Type
Double Wishbone
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Suspension
MacPherson Strut
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Spec
GR86
S-Class facelift
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
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Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
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Climate Control
Manual AC
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Power Windows
All Doors
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Keyless Entry
Standard
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Push Button Start
Standard
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Wireless Charging
Not Available
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Sunroof
Not Available
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Electric Tailgate
Not Available
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Automatic Headlamps
Standard
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Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
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Auto Dimming Mirror
Standard
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Boot Space Seats Folded
237 l
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AC Type
Manual AC
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Auto Dimming Irvm
Standard
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Climate Zones
Manual AC
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Electric Folding Mirrors
All Doors
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Engine Start Button Illumination
Standard
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Engine Start Stop
Standard
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Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
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Engine Warranty
Not Applicable
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Front Armrest
Standard
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Fuel Consumption Combined
9.2
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Hill Start Assist
Standard
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Panoramic Roof
Not Available
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Power Mirrors
All Doors
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Push Button Start
Standard
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Rear Seat Split
50/50 Split
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Rear Wing
Rear Spoiler
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Seat Type
Sport Fabric/Suede
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Skid Plates
Not Available
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Spare Wheel
Space Saver
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Telescopic Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
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Tilt Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
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Voice Command
Standard
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Voice Command Support
Standard
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Accelerator 0 100
6.9 sec
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Air Conditioning
Manual AC
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Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
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Bed Extender
Not Available
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Canopy Fitment
Not Available
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Centre Console
Standard
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Common Rail Injection
Direct + Port Injection
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Diff Lock
Not Applicable
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Difflock
Not Applicable
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Digital Speedometer
7-inch Digital
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Front Diff Lock
Not Available
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Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
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Intelligent Keyless Entry
Standard
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Lift Gate
Not Available
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Load Bed Cover
Not Available
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Load Bed Light
Not Available
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Load Bed Steps
Not Available
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Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
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Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
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Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
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Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
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Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
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Manual Aircon
Manual AC
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Mirror
All Doors
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One Pedal Driving
Not Available
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Passive Entry Start
Standard
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Powered Tailgate
Not Available
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Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
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Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
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Rearview Mirror Inside
Standard
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Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
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Remote Central Locking
Standard
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Rim Size
18-inch BBS Alloy
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Roof Rack Compatibility
Not Available
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Side Impact Bars
Standard
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Sonar
Rear
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Sound System
6
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Source Model Column
gr86
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Sports Bar
Not Available
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Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
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Sub Frame
Monocoque
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Surround View Monitor
Not Available
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Tailgate Damper
Not Available
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Tailgate Lock
Not Available
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Tow Bar Type
Not Available
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TPMS
Standard
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Trim Level
top
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Unlocking
Standard
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Variant Role
Core range derivative
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Vdc
Standard with Track Mode
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Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
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Vehicle To Load
Not Available
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Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Standard
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Walk Away Lock
Standard
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Wireless Charger
Not Available
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Spec
GR86
S-Class facelift
Engine
2.4-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
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Engine Code
Market-specific engine family
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Fuel Type
Petrol
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Hybrid System
Not Applicable
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Engine Displacement
2387 cc
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Cylinders
4
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Cylinder Layout
Boxer
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Valves
16
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Valves per Cylinder
4
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Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
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Fuel System
Dual Injection
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Compression Ratio
12.5:1
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Bore
82.0 mm
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Stroke
94.6 mm
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Maximum Power
173 kW @ 7000 rpm
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Maximum Torque
250 Nm @ 3700 rpm
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Combined Power
Not Applicable
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Combined Torque
Not Applicable
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Motor Type
Not Applicable
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Number of Motors
Not Applicable
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Motor Location
Not Applicable
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Drive Type
RWD
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Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
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Top Speed
226 km/h
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0-100 km/h
6.9 sec
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Quarter Mile
15.5 sec
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Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
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Launch Control
No
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Rev Limiter
6500 rpm
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Power-to-Weight Ratio
136.2 kW/tonne
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Torque-to-Weight Ratio
196.9 Nm/tonne
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Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
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Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
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Battery Type
Not Applicable
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Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
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Electric Range
Not Applicable
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AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
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DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
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AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
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DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
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Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
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Spec
GR86
S-Class facelift
Engine Position
Front Longitudinal
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Gearbox
6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters
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Drivetrain Layout
Rear Wheel Drive
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LSD Available
Torsen LSD
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Transfer Case
Not Applicable
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Differential Lock
Not Applicable
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Paddle Shifters
Standard
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Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
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Number of Gears
4
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Transmission Type
Automatic
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Clutch Type
Not Applicable
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Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
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Gear Shift Type
6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters
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Drivetrain
RWD
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4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
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4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
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4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
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4WD Selector
Not Applicable
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Automatic Shift Paddles
Standard
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Differential Type Front
Not Available
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Differential Type Rear
Not Available
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Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
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Gearbox Type
6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters
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Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
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Low Range
Not Applicable
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Axle Layout
RWD
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Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
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Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
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Transmission Speeds
4
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Spec
GR86
S-Class facelift
Claimed Mileage
10.9 km/l
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City Mileage
8 km/l
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Highway Mileage
12 km/l
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Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
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Emission Standard
Euro 5
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AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
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Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
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Real-world Mileage
10.9 km/l
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Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
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Charging Type
Not Applicable
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Fuel Tank Litres
50
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Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
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Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
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Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
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Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
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Spec
GR86
S-Class facelift
Airbags
7
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ABS
Standard with Sport Mode
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Electronic Stability Control
Standard with Track Mode
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Traction Control
Standard
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Hill Descent Control
Not Available
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Hill Start Assist
Standard
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Child Safety Lock
Standard
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ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
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Brake Assist
Standard
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Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
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Engine Immobiliser
Standard
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Alarm System
Standard
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Central Locking
Standard
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Side Impact Beams
Standard
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Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
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Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
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AEB
Not Available
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BA
Standard
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Brake Override System
Not Available
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Curtain Airbags
Not Available
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Driver Airbag
7
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EBD
Standard with Sport Mode
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Engine Immobiliser
Standard
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Hill Hold
Standard
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Passenger Airbag
7
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
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Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
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Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
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Side Airbags
Not Available
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Stability Control
Standard with Track Mode
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TCS
Standard
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Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
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Knee Airbag
Not Available
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ABS EBD
Standard with Sport Mode
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Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
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Driver Front Passenger Airbags
7
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Driver Passenger Airbags
7
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ESC With Traction Control
Standard with Track Mode
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Spec
GR86
S-Class facelift
Cruise Control
Standard
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Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
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Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
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Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
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Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
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Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
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Parking Sensors
Rear
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Rear View Camera
Standard
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360 Degree Camera
Not Available
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Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
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Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
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Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
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Auto Highbeam
Not Available
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Auto Lights
Standard
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Auto Wipers
Standard
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EV Mode
Not Available
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Rear Parking Sensors
Rear
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Reverse Camera
Standard
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Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
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Park Assist
Not Available
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Around View Monitor
Not Available
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Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
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Emergency Braking
Not Available
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Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
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Parking Distance Sensors
Rear
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Parking Sensor
Rear
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Pre-Collision System
Not Available
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Rain Sensor Wipers
Standard
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Rear View Camera
Standard
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Reverse Camera Type
Standard
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Reversing Camera
Standard
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Surround View Camera
Not Available
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Spec
GR86
S-Class facelift
Seat Material
Sport Fabric/Suede
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Seat Adjustment
Manual
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Heated Seats
Not Applicable
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Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
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Steering Type
Electric
-
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
-
Folding Rear Seats
50/50 Split
-
Front Armrest
Standard
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Rear Armrest
Not Available
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Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
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Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
-
Rear USB Ports
2
-
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
-
Instrument Cluster Type
7-inch Digital
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Interior Colour Options
5
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60 40 Split Seat
50/50 Split
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Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual
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Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual
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Fabric Seats
Sport Fabric/Suede
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Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual
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Armrest Front
Standard
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Armrest Rear
Not Available
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Driver Seat
Manual
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Interior Courtesy Lamps
Driver-focused cockpit, sports seats, digital cluster, infotainment system
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Leather Accented Seat Trim
Sport Fabric/Suede
-
Interior Colours
5
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Rear Seat Centre Armrest
Not Available
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Seat Fold Type
50/50 Split
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Seat Trim
Sport Fabric/Suede
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Spec
GR86
S-Class facelift
Infotainment System
8-inch Touchscreen
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Apple CarPlay
Standard
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Android Auto
Standard
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Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
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Number of Speakers
6
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Navigation System
Standard
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Digital Instrument Cluster
7-inch Digital
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USB Ports
2
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Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
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Wireless Android Auto
Standard
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Voice Recognition
Standard
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Infotainment Screen Size
8-inch Touchscreen
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Infotainment Display
8-inch Touchscreen
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Rear Usb
2
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Audio Speakers
6
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Audio System
6
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Display Audio
8-inch Touchscreen
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Front Rear USB Charge Ports
2
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Infotainment Screen
8-inch Touchscreen
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Multi Information Display
7-inch Digital
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Connected Services
Standard
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Voice Control
Standard
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Smartphone Connectivity
Standard
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Touchscreen
8-inch Touchscreen
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Spec
GR86
S-Class facelift
LED Headlamps
Full LED
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Daytime Running Lamps
LED
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Fog Lamps
LED
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Roof Rails
Not Available
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Alloy Wheel Design
18-inch BBS Alloy
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Chrome Exterior Finish
Not Available
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Body Cladding
Not Available
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Rear Spoiler
Rear Spoiler
-
Exterior Colour Options
5
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Roof Type
Not Available
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Body Type
Sedan
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DRL
LED
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Fog Lights
LED
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Front Fog Lights
LED
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Led Headlights
Full LED
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Auto Headlights
Standard
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Automatic Headlamps
Standard
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Daytime Running Lights
LED
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Electric Blind Sunroof
Not Available
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Exterior Colour Options
5
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Exterior Mirror Electric
All Doors
-
Front Fog Lamps
LED
-
Headlamp Levelling
Full LED
-
Headlamps
Full LED
-
Headlight Type
Full LED
-
Headlights
Full LED
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Load Bed Liner
Not Available
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Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
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Rear Spoiler
Rear Spoiler
-
Spec
GR86
S-Class facelift
Approach Angle
-
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Departure Angle
-
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Wading Depth
-
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Terrain Modes
Not Available
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Locking Differential
Not Applicable
-
Underbody Protection
Not Available
-
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
-
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
-
Approach Angle Deg
-
-
Breakover Angle
Not Available
-
Departure Angle Deg
-
-
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
-
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
-
Ground Clearance Max
130 mm
-
Ground Clearance Min
130 mm
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Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
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Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
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Crawl Control
Not Available
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Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
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Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
-
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
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Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
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Terrain Response System
Not Available
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Underbody Camera
Not Available
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Wading Depth Mm
-
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Spec
GR86
S-Class facelift
Tyre Size
215/40 R18
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Wheel Type
18-inch BBS Alloy
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Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc Brembo
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Rear Brake Type
Solid Disc
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Spare Wheel Type
Space Saver
-
Wheel Rim Size
18-inch BBS Alloy
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Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc Brembo
-
Brake Type Rear
Solid Disc
-
Spare Tyre
Space Saver
-
Tyre Type
215/40 R18
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Wheel Diameter
18-inch BBS Alloy
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Autonomous Emergency Brake
Not Available
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Brakes
Ventilated Disc Brembo
-
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
-
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
-
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
-
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
-
Spare Wheel Size Type
Space Saver
-
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Standard
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Tyre Pressure Display
Standard
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Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Standard
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Wheel Material
18-inch BBS Alloy
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Wheels
18-inch BBS Alloy
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Spec
GR86
S-Class facelift
Service Interval
10,000 km or 6 Months
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Approx Service Cost
Approx R5,500
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Battery Warranty
Not Applicable
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Maintenance Plan
Optional
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Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km or 6 Months
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Service Plan Duration
Optional
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Service Plan Distance
Optional
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Service Plan
Optional
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Service Intervals
10,000 km or 6 Months
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Spec
GR86
S-Class facelift
Warranty Years
3 years / 100 000 km
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Warranty Kilometers
3 years / 100 000 km
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Roadside Assistance
3 Years
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Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
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Basic Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
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Roadside Assistance
3 Years
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Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
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Warranty Roadside Assistance
3 Years
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Spec
GR86
S-Class facelift
CO2 Emissions
177 g/km
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Start Stop System
Not Available
-
Hybrid System Type
Not Applicable
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Noise Level
70 dB
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
Petrol
-
Particulate Filter
Not Available
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Euro Emission Standard
Euro 5
-
Idle CO2 Output
177
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CO2 Emissions G Km
177
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Spec
GR86
S-Class facelift
Real-world City Mileage Min
8 l/100km
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Real-world City Mileage Max
10 l/100km
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Real-world Highway Mileage Min
11 l/100km
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Real-world Highway Mileage Max
13 l/100km
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Owner Review Count
9
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Spec
GR86
S-Class facelift
Ownership Role
Top
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Price Zar
799900 ZAR
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Pricing Role
Current listed price
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Starting Price
799900
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Starting Price Zar
799900
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In depth: how these cars differ
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