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Overview

 Gas Engine
Combined MPG17 MPG
Drive Typerear wheel drive
Payload Capacity1,450 lbs.
Towing Capacity3,600 lbs.
Curb Weight3,762 lbs.

Fuel & MPG

Fuel typeRegular unleaded
EPA city/highway MPG15/20 MPG
EPA combined MPG17 MPG
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Engine

Base engine size3.9 L
CylindersV6
Base engine typeGas

Towing & Hauling

Max Towing Capacity3,600 lbs.
Max Payload Capacity1,450 lbs.

Drivetrain

Transmission5-speed manual
Drive typeRear wheel drive
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Dimensions

Length214.8 in.
Overall width without mirrors71.5 in.
Height65.6 in.

Colors

Exterior Colors
  • Flame Red
  • Magenta
  • Brilliant Blue Metallic
  • Moss Green Metallic
  • Black
  • Light Driftwood Metallic
  • Bright White
  • Emerald Green Metallic

Front Seat Dimensions

Front head room40.0 in.
Front leg room41.9 in.
Front shoulder room58.1 in.

Rear Seat Dimensions

Rear head room38.0 in.
Rear leg room22.1 in.
Rear shoulder room58.3 in.

Safety

side-mounted airbagsNot available
head airbagsNot available

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