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Starting MSRP
$18,600

Overview

 Gas Engine
Combined MPG26 MPG
Drive Typefront wheel drive
Total Seating5
Cargo Capacity12.6 cu.ft.
Curb Weight2,844 lbs.
Basic Warranty5 yr./ 60,000 mi.
Country of final assemblySouth Korea

Fuel & MPG

Fuel typeRegular unleaded
EPA city/highway MPG22/32 MPG
EPA combined MPG26 MPG
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Engine

Base engine size2.4 L
CylindersInline 4
Base engine typeGas

Drivetrain

Transmission6-speed manual
Drive typeFront wheel drive
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Suspension

Front independent suspensionStandard
MacPherson strut front suspensionStandard
Front and rear stabilizer barStandard

Dimensions

Length176.4 in.
Overall width without mirrors69.5 in.
Height55.1 in.

Colors

Exterior Colors
  • Racing Red
  • Ebony Black
  • Corsa Blue
  • Titanium
  • Bright Silver
Interior Colors
  • Black Sport, premium cloth
  • Black, leather

Front Seat Dimensions

Front head room38.7 in.
Front leg room43.6 in.
Front shoulder room55.7 in.

Rear Seat Dimensions

Rear head room35.3 in.
Rear leg room33.9 in.
Rear shoulder room52.4 in.

Safety

Dual front side-mounted airbagsStandard
Front and rear head airbagsStandard
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivationStandard

In-Car Entertainment

AM/FM stereoStandard
6 total speakersStandard
USB connectionStandard

Power Feature

1 one-touch power windowsStandard
Remote keyless power door locksStandard
Power mirrorsStandard

Comfort & Convenience

Tilt and telescopic steering wheelStandard
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheelStandard
Speed-proportional power steeringStandard

Instrumentation

Trip computerStandard
External temperature displayStandard
TachometerStandard

Tires & Wheels

Alloy wheelsStandard
17 x 7.0 in. wheelsStandard
All season tiresStandard

Warranty

Basic5 yr./ 60,000 mi.
Drivetrain10 yr./ 100,000 mi.
Rust5 yr./ 100,000 mi.

Packages

Leather Package +$1,000

Interior Options

Cargo Net +$50
Cargo Tray +$75
Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass +$180

Exterior Options

Power Sunroof w/Tilt +$750
Wheel Locks +$45
Rear Spoiler +$350

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