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Spec
KP31
P500
Maximum Power
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255 kW
Maximum Torque
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648 Nm
Engine Size
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2000 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
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10.2 km/l
Ground Clearance
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224 mm
Boot / Load Bay
-
-
Airbags
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Front dual, front side, curtain and front centre airbags
Kerb Weight
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2810 kg
Seating Capacity
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5 seats
Warranty
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5 Years / 100,000 km
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Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
KP31
P500
Generation
Upcoming South African-market Chery KP31 diesel-hybrid pickup preview; final retail derivative matrix pending
Current South African P500 listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Body Style
Pickup
Double-cab pickup
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
upcoming
published
Segment
Double-cab pickup
Pickup
Vehicle Type
Light Commercial Vehicle
Pickup
Model Introduced Year
-
Current local generation year not confirmed
Facelift History
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Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since
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Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
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Current
Body Type Cab
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Pickup
Color Note
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Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
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Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
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Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4x4 9HAT
Tare Mass Kg
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2761 kg
Spec
KP31
P500
Engine
Diesel-hybrid powertrain on a dedicated hybrid platform
2-litre Turbocharged Petrol Hybrid
Engine Code
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Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
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Hybrid
Hybrid System
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Self Charging Hybrid
Engine Displacement
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2000 cc
Cylinders
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Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout
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Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
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Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
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Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
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Turbocharged
Fuel System
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Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
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Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
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Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
-
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
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255 kW
Maximum Torque
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648 Nm
Combined Power
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Not Officially Disclosed
Combined Torque
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Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Type
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Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Motors
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Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Location
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Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Type
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4WD
Transmission
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Not Officially Disclosed
Top Speed
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Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
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Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
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Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
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Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
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Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
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Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
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Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
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Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
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Not Officially Disclosed
Usable Battery Capacity
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Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
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Lithium-ion
Battery Voltage
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Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
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Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
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Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
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Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
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Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
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Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
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Not Officially Disclosed
Spec
KP31
P500
Ownership Role
Upcoming South African work and leisure pickup
Flagship
Pricing Role
Announced price not publicly listed
Current listed price
Price Zar
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999900 ZAR
Starting Price
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999900
Starting Price Zar
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999900
Spec
KP31
P500
Vehicle To Load
Standard
-
Load Bed Length
-
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
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Not Applicable
Climate Control
-
Not Available
Power Windows
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Not Available
Keyless Entry
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Not Available
Push Button Start
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Not Available
Wireless Charging
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Not Available
Sunroof
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Not Available
Electric Tailgate
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Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
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Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
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Not Applicable
AC Type
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Not Available
Adaptive Dampers
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Not Available
Engine Warranty
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5
Fuel Consumption Combined
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9.8
Performance Data Logger
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Not Available
Rev Matching
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Not Available
Skid Plates
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Voice Command
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Standard
Diff Lock
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Rear differential lock
Difflock
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Rear differential lock
Load Bed Light
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Loadbox Length Mm
-
Not Applicable
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Loadbox Width Mm
-
Not Applicable
Rear Step Bumper
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Sound System
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10-speaker premium audio
Source Model Column
-
p500
Sport Plus Mode
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Not Available
Tailgate Lock
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Tie Down Hooks
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Tow Bar Type
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Bakkie towing support
Towbar
-
Bakkie towing support
Trailer Hitch
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Bakkie towing support
Trailer Stability Assist
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trailer Sway Control
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trim Level
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flagship
Variant Role
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Flagship / premium derivative
Spec
KP31
P500
Length
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5445 mm
Width
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1991 mm
Height
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1924 mm
Wheelbase
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3350 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
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224 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
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80 l
Kerb Weight
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2810 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
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3495 kg
Payload Capacity
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685 kg
Towing Capacity
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3500 kg
Seating Capacity
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5 seats
Doors
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4 doors
Spec
KP31
P500
Front Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
-
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
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Not Available
Rear Suspension
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Not Available
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Spec
KP31
P500
Gearbox
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Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
-
4WD / AWD
LSD Available
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Not Applicable
Transfer Case
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Not Applicable
Differential Lock
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Rear differential lock
Paddle Shifters
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Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
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Not Applicable
Number of Gears
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9
Transmission Type
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Automatic
Clutch Type
-
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
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Yes
Gear Shift Type
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Automatic
Drivetrain
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Not Applicable
4WD Engagement
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Available
4WD Hi Range
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Available
4WD Lo Range
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Not Applicable
4WD Selector
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Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
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Not Applicable
Drive Mode Selector
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4WD/off-road drive mode support
Front Differential Lock
-
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
-
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
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Not Applicable
Low Range
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Standard
Axle Layout
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Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
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Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
-
9
Spec
KP31
P500
Claimed Mileage
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10.2 km/l
City Mileage
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8.2 km/l
Highway Mileage
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11.9 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
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80 l
Emission Standard
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Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
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Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
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Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
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10.2 km/l
Charging Port Type
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Not Applicable
Charging Type
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Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
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80
Combined Driving Range
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Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
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Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
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Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
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Not Applicable
Spec
KP31
P500
Airbags
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Front dual, front side, curtain and front centre airbags
ABS
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Not Available
Electronic Stability Control
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Not Available
Traction Control
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Not Available
Hill Descent Control
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Confirmed 4WD derivative
Hill Start Assist
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Not Available
Child Safety Lock
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Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
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Not Available
Brake Assist
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Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
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Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
-
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
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Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
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Not Available
AEB
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Not Available
BA
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Not Available
Brake Override System
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Not Available
Curtain Airbags
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Standard
Driver Airbag
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Not Available
EBD
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Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
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Not Available
Hill Hold
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Not Available
Passenger Airbag
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Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
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Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
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Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
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Not Available
Side Airbags
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Standard
Stability Control
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Not Available
TCS
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Not Available
Knee Airbag
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Not Available
ABS EBD
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Not Available
Spec
KP31
P500
Cruise Control
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Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
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Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
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Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
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Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
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Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
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Not Available
Parking Sensors
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Not Available
Rear View Camera
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Not Available
360 Degree Camera
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Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
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Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
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Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
-
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
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Not Available
Auto Wipers
-
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
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Not Available
Reverse Camera
-
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
-
Not Available
Park Assist
-
Not Available
Around View Monitor
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Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
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Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
-
Not Available
Spec
KP31
P500
Seat Material
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Not Applicable
Heated Seats
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Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
-
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
-
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
-
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
-
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
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3
60 40 Split Seat
-
Not Applicable
Driver Seat Adjustment
-
Not Applicable
Passenger Seat Adjustment
-
Not Applicable
Interior Courtesy Lamps
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Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen P500 grade before assuming a feature is included.
Interior Colours
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3
Seat Trim
-
Not Applicable
Spec
KP31
P500
Infotainment System
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SYNC
Apple CarPlay
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Not Available
Android Auto
-
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
-
Not Available
Number of Speakers
-
10-speaker premium audio
Navigation System
-
Standard
Digital Instrument Cluster
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Not Applicable
USB Ports
-
Not Available
Voice Recognition
-
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
-
SYNC
Audio Speakers
-
10-speaker premium audio
Audio System
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10-speaker premium audio
Infotainment Screen
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SYNC
Connected Services
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SYNC
Voice Control
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Standard
Touchscreen
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SYNC
Spec
KP31
P500
LED Headlamps
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Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
-
Not Available
Fog Lamps
-
Not Available
Roof Rails
-
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
-
3
Body Type
-
Pickup
Exterior Colour Options
-
3
Headlights
-
Not Available
Load Bed Liner
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Panoramic Sunroof
-
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Spec
KP31
P500
Approach Angle
-
Not Available
Departure Angle
-
Not Available
Wading Depth
-
Not Available
Terrain Modes
-
Not Available
Locking Differential
-
Rear differential lock
Underbody Protection
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
4WD System Type
-
Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Breakover Angle
-
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
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224 mm
Ground Clearance Min
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224 mm
Off Road Traction Assist
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
-
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
-
Not Available
Spec
KP31
P500
Tyre Size
-
Not Available
Front Brake Type
-
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
-
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
-
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
-
Not Available
Handbrake Type
-
Not Applicable
Spec
KP31
P500
Service Interval
-
10000
Approx Service Cost
-
Included in Service Plan
Battery Warranty
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8 Years / 160,000 km
Maintenance Plan
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5 Years / 75,000 km
Engine Oil Change Interval
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10,000 km
First Service At
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5000
Service Plan Duration
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5 Years / 75,000 km
Service Plan Distance
-
5 Years / 75,000 km
Anti-Rust Treatment
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Yes
Alternator
-
110A
Service Plan
-
5 Years / 75,000 km
Service Intervals
-
10000
Spec
KP31
P500
Warranty Years
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5 Years / 100,000 km
Warranty Kilometers
-
5 Years / 100,000 km
Roadside Assistance
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Yes
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
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6 Years
Basic Warranty
-
5 Years / 100,000 km
Roadside Assistance
-
Yes
Warranty
-
5 Years / 100,000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
-
Yes
Spec
KP31
P500
CO2 Emissions
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0 g/km
Hybrid System Type
-
Hybrid
Fuel Octane Requirement
-
Hybrid
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Idle CO2 Output
-
0
CO2 Emissions G Km
-
0
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