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Spec
KP31
Terron 9
Maximum Power
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163 kW @ 4000 rpm
Maximum Torque
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520 Nm @ 1500-2400 rpm
Engine Size
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2498 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
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12.66 km/l
Ground Clearance
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220 mm
Boot / Load Bay
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1344 l
Airbags
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7
Kerb Weight
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2440 kg
Seating Capacity
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5 seats
Warranty
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5 years / 200000 km
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Spec
KP31
Terron 9
Generation
Upcoming South African-market Chery KP31 diesel-hybrid pickup preview; final retail derivative matrix pending
Current South African Terron 9 generation.
Body Style
Pickup
Five-seat double-cab pickup
Model Year
2026
2025
Production Status
upcoming
active
Segment
Double-cab pickup
Pickup
Vehicle Type
Light Commercial Vehicle
Pickup
Model Introduced Year
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2025
Facelift History
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No later South African facelift is published.
Facelift Launched Since
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2025
Facelift Version Ending
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Current
Spec
KP31
Terron 9
Engine
Diesel-hybrid powertrain on a dedicated hybrid platform
2.5L turbo diesel
Engine Code
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SC25R
Fuel Type
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Diesel
Hybrid System
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Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
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2498 cc
Cylinders
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4
Cylinder Layout
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Inline
Valves
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16
Valves per Cylinder
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4
Aspiration
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Turbocharged
Fuel System
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Common-rail direct injection
Compression Ratio
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15.5:1
Bore
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92 mm
Stroke
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94 mm
Maximum Power
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163 kW @ 4000 rpm
Maximum Torque
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520 Nm @ 1500-2400 rpm
Combined Power
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Not Applicable
Combined Torque
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Not Applicable
Motor Type
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Not Applicable
Number of Motors
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Not Applicable
Motor Location
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Not Applicable
Drive Type
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4WD
Transmission
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8-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
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180 km/h
0-100 km/h
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11.5 sec
Quarter Mile
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18.1 sec
Drive Modes
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Eco, Normal, Sport
Launch Control
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No
Rev Limiter
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4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
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66.80 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
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213.11 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
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Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
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Not Applicable
Battery Type
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Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
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Not Applicable
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 Applicable
Spec
KP31
Terron 9
Ownership Role
Upcoming South African work and leisure pickup
Passenger/utility vehicle
Pricing Role
Announced price not publicly listed
Current go-live price
Price Zar
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849900 ZAR
Starting Price
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849900
Starting Price Zar
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849900
Spec
KP31
Terron 9
Vehicle To Load
Standard
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Climate Control
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Dual-zone automatic
Power Windows
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Standard
Keyless Entry
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Standard
Push Button Start
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Standard
Wireless Charging
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Standard
Sunroof
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Standard
Electric Tailgate
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Standard
Rain Sensing Wipers
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Standard
AC Type
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Dual-zone automatic
Spec
KP31
Terron 9
Length
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5500 mm
Width
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1997 mm
Height
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1874 mm
Wheelbase
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3300 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
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220 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
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Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
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Not Officially Disclosed
Boot/Cargo Space
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1344 l
Kerb Weight
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2440 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
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3300 kg
Payload Capacity
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860 kg
Towing Capacity
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3500 kg
Seating Capacity
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5 seats
Number of Rows
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2 rows
Doors
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4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
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6.7 m
Front Headroom
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1030 mm
Rear Headroom
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1010 mm
Front Legroom
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1065 mm
Rear Legroom
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965 mm
Spec
KP31
Terron 9
Gearbox
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8-speed automatic
Drivetrain Layout
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Front-engine four-wheel drive
LSD Available
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Electronic traction management
Transfer Case
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Dual-range 4WD
Differential Lock
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Rear
Paddle Shifters
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Standard
Final Drive Ratio
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Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Gears
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8
Transmission Type
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Torque-converter automatic
Clutch Type
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Torque converter
Gear Shift Indicator
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Standard
Gear Shift Type
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Not Officially Disclosed
Drivetrain
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4WD
4WD Engagement
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Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Hi Range
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Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Lo Range
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Not Officially Disclosed
4WD Selector
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Not Officially Disclosed
Automatic Shift Paddles
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Standard
Front Differential Lock
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Not Available
Gearbox Type
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Automatic
Low Range Ratio
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Not Officially Disclosed
Low Range
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Standard
Axle Layout
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Four-wheel drive
Rear Differential Lock
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Standard
Transmission Speeds
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8
Spec
KP31
Terron 9
Claimed Mileage
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12.66 km/l
City Mileage
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10.2 km/l
Highway Mileage
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14.29 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
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80 l
Emission Standard
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Euro 6
AdBlue Tank Capacity
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Not Officially Disclosed
Auto Start Stop
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Not Officially Disclosed
Real-world Mileage
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12.66 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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1012.66
Electric Consumption
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Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
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Not Officially Disclosed
Range Real World Mixed
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879.12 km
Spec
KP31
Terron 9
Airbags
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7
ABS
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Standard
Electronic Stability Control
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Standard
Traction Control
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Standard
Hill Descent Control
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Standard
Hill Start Assist
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Standard
Child Safety Lock
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Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
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Standard
Brake Assist
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Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
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Standard
Engine Immobiliser
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Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
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Not Officially Disclosed
Front Parking Sensors
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Standard
AEB
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Standard
BA
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Standard
Brake Override System
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Yes
Curtain Airbags
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Standard
Driver Airbag
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Standard
EBD
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Standard
Engine Immobiliser
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Standard
Hill Hold
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Standard
Passenger Airbag
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Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
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Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
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Not Officially Disclosed
Seatbelt Reminder
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Not Officially Disclosed
Side Airbags
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Standard
Stability Control
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Standard
TCS
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Standard
Knee Airbag
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Not Available
ABS EBD
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Standard
Spec
KP31
Terron 9
Cruise Control
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Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
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Standard
Lane Keep Assist
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Standard
Lane Departure Warning
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Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
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Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
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Standard
Parking Sensors
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Standard
Rear View Camera
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Standard
360 Degree Camera
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Not Officially Disclosed
Autonomous Emergency Braking
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Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
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Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition
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Standard
Auto Highbeam
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Standard
Auto Wipers
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Standard
Rear Parking Sensors
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Standard
Reverse Camera
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Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
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Standard
Park Assist
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Not Available
Around View Monitor
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Not Officially Disclosed
Blind Spot Warning
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Standard
Forward Collision Warning
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Standard
Spec
KP31
Terron 9
Seat Material
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Leather
Heated Seats
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Standard
Ventilated Seats
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Standard
Ambient Lighting
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Standard
Steering Wheel Material
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Leather
60 40 Split Seat
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Not Officially Disclosed
Driver Seat Adjustment
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Electric
Passenger Seat Adjustment
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Electric
Seat Trim
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Leather
Spec
KP31
Terron 9
Infotainment System
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12.3-inch touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
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Standard
Android Auto
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Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
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Standard
Number of Speakers
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8
Digital Instrument Cluster
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12.3
USB Ports
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Standard
Infotainment Screen
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12.3
Touchscreen
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12.3
Spec
KP31
Terron 9
LED Headlamps
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Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
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LED
Fog Lamps
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Standard
Roof Rails
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Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
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Not Officially Disclosed
Headlights
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Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
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Standard
Spec
KP31
Terron 9
Approach Angle
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29 deg
Departure Angle
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25 deg
Wading Depth
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550 mm
Terrain Modes
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Snow; Mud; Sand
Locking Differential
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Standard
4WD System Type
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Not Officially Disclosed
Breakover Angle
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22 deg
Spec
KP31
Terron 9
Tyre Size
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275/55 R20
Front Brake Type
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Ventilated disc
Rear Brake Type
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Disc
Spare Wheel Type
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Full-size spare
Wheel Rim Size
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20
Handbrake Type
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Electronic parking brake
Spec
KP31
Terron 9
Front Suspension
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Double wishbone independent
Rear Suspension
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Multi-link independent
Spec
KP31
Terron 9
CO2 Emissions
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208 g/km
Spec
KP31
Terron 9
Service Plan
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5 years / 100000 km
Spec
KP31
Terron 9
Warranty
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5 years / 200000 km
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