| Drivetrain |
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| Configuration | Transverse, front-engine, front-wheel drive |
| Engine type | Turbocharged, direct-injected inline-4, gasoline |
| Displacement (cc/cu-in) | 1,998/122 |
| Block/head material | Cast aluminum |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, four valves per cylinder, variable intake + exhaust-valve timing |
| Compression ratio (x:1) | 9.2 |
| Redline, indicated (rpm) | 6,500 |
| Horsepower (hp @ rpm) | 250 @ 5,300 |
| Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) | 260 @ 2,000 |
| Fuel type | Premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission type | Six-speed manual |
| Transmission ratios (x:1) | I = 4.17; II = 2.13; III = 1.32; IV = 0.95; V = 0.75; VI = 0.62; R = 3.75 |
| Final-drive ratio (x:1) | 3.55 |
| Track Test Results |
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| Acceleration, 0-30 mph (sec.) | 2.6 |
| 0-45 mph (sec.) | 4.8 |
| 0-60 mph (sec.) | 6.6 |
| 0-75 mph (sec.) | 10.1 |
| 1/4-mile (sec. @ mph) | 15.0 @ 96.4 |
| 0-60 with 1 foot of rollout (sec.) | 6.4 |
| 0-30 mph, trac ON (sec.) | 2.9 |
| 0-45 mph, trac ON (sec.) | 5.5 |
| 0-60 mph, trac ON (sec.) | 7.3 |
| 0-75 mph, trac ON (sec.) | 10.8 |
| 1/4-mile, trac ON (sec. @ mph) | 15.4 @ 96.1 |
| 0-60, trac ON with 1 foot of rollout (sec.) | 7.0 |
| Braking, 30-0 mph (ft.) | 31 |
| 60-0 mph (ft.) | 125 |
| Slalom, 6 x 100 ft. (mph) | 0.83 |
| Slalom, 6 x 100 ft. (mph) ESC ON | 0.82 |
| Skid pad, 200-ft. diameter (lateral g) | 65.7 |
| Skid pad, 200-ft. diameter (lateral g) ESC ON | 64.2 |
| Sound level @ idle (dB) | 40.8 |
| @ Full throttle (dB) | 70.2 |
| @ 70 mph cruise (dB) | 61.8 |
| Engine speed @ 70 mph (rpm) | 2,000 |
| Test Driver Ratings & Comments |
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| Acceleration comments | There is definitely some sort of electronic shenanigans at work to quell wheelspin during each upshift even with traction control off. Still, this is a strong engine with quite the surge of power at about 3,000 rpm. Yet from there it pulls in a linear way. Shifter is smooth, precise, but doesn't like being rushed. Clutch is intuitive and light. |
| Braking comments | Medium-hard pedal, almost too much travel, but good ABS. Consistent run-to-run with mild fade in terms of distance. Always straight. Some brake odor but no smoke. |
| Handling comments | Skid pad: Plenty of grip, adequate steering build-up and decent feel for what the front tires are doing. Good balance and throttle response gave me the tools to keep it on the edge of understeer. With ESC on it did a good job blending power cut and brake dabbing -- almost imperceptibly. Slalom: A very good initial turn-in and quick yaw reaction in transition, too. Very good RWD traits in a FWD car. Confident and poised everywhere and excellent throttle response gave me tools to attack the slalom. Eventual understeer, but well beyond what most drivers would expect. ESC rewards smooth input and remains at bay unless it gets startled. |
| Audio and Advanced Technology |
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| Stereo description | Nine-speaker Bose sound system with single-CD, Pandora and Stitcher smartphone apps |
| iPod/digital media compatibility | Standard iPod via USB jack, aux jack, Bluetooth Audio |
| Satellite radio | Standard Sirius |
| Bluetooth phone connectivity | Standard |
| Navigation system | Optional hard drive with traffic, 7-inch display screen (measured diagonally) |
| Telematics (OnStar, etc.) | Standard 6 months trial subscription |
| Smart entry/Start | Standard ignition doors |
| Parking aids | Standard parking sonar rear back-up camera, rear cross-traffic detection |
| Blind-spot detection | Standard |
| Dimensions & Capacities |
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| Curb weight, mfr. claim (lbs.) | 3,300 |
| Curb weight, as tested (lbs.) | 3,467 |
| Weight distribution, as tested, f/r (%) | 61.5/38.5 |
| Length (in.) | 183.9 |
| Width (in.) | 71.4 |
| Height (in.) | 58.1 |
| Wheelbase (in.) | 105.7 |
| Track, front (in.) | 60.3 |
| Track, rear (in.) | 60.7 |
| Turning circle (ft.) | 36.0 |
| Legroom, front (in.) | 42.0 |
| Legroom, rear (in.) | 34.3 |
| Headroom, front (in.) | 38.3 |
| Headroom, rear (in.) | 37.8 |
| Shoulder room, front (in.) | 55.1 |
| Shoulder room, rear (in.) | 52.9 |
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Trunk volume (cu-ft) | 14 |
| GVWR (lbs.) | 4,371 |
| Tow capacity, mfr. claim (lbs.) | 1,000 |
