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The Premium Black Edition looks menacing in its all-black attire and gives you the sense that there’s more to the car than meets the eye. However, the changes made to the Black Edition are more than skin deep. The interior gets some welcomed added features over and above the Premium, such as bigger wheels and adaptive LED headlights that, according to the IIHS, puts it in Top Safety Pick territory, and manual-mode paddle shifters for the CVT gearbox that are usually only featured on the turbo models

Overview
Select configuration:
$27,345
Starting Price (MSRP)
Engine
2.5L Flat 4 Gas
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Body Type
SUV
Seating capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
N/A
Fuel Economy
City: 26 MPG
Hwy: 32 MPG

Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

  • Engine
    2.5L Flat 4 Gas
  • Horsepower
    170 hp @ 5800 rpm
  • Torque
    174 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
  • Transmission
    Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
  • Drivetrain
    All-Wheel Drive

Steering

  • Steering Type
    Rack-Pinion
  • Turning Diameter
    34.8 ft

Wheels

  • Wheels Type
    Aluminum Wheels
  • Front Wheel Size
    18" x 7"
  • Rear Wheel Size
    18" x 7"

Suspension

  • Front Suspension
    Strut
  • Rear Suspension
    Double Wishbone

Tires

  • Front Tire
    P225/55HR18
  • Rear Tire
    P225/55HR18
  • Spare Tire
    Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

  • Combined
    28 MPG
  • City
    26 MPG
  • Highway
    32 MPG

Fuel Tank

  • Fuel Tank Capacity
    15.9 gallons
  • Cruising Range City
    413.4 miles
  • Cruising Range Highway
    508.8 miles

Emissions

  • CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
    6.3 Tons/yr

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

  • Height
    68.2 in
  • Max Width
    70.7 in
  • Front Width
    60.9 in
  • Rear Width
    61.1 in
  • Wheelbase
    103.9 in
  • Ground Clearance
    8.7 in

Interior Space

  • Seating Capacity
    5 seater
  • Front Seat Leg Room
    43 in
  • Front Seat Headroom
    41.4 in
  • Front Seat Shoulder Room
    57 in
  • Front Seat Hip Room
    53.9 in
  • Rear Seat Leg Room
    38 in
  • Rear Seat Headroom
    39.8 in
  • Rear Seat Shoulder Room
    56.5 in
  • Rear Seat Hip Room
    53 in

Weight and Towing

  • Curb Weight
    3,422 lbs
  • Maximum Towing Capacity
    1,500 lbs

Cargo Box Dimensions

  • Box Width (Wheelhousings)
    42.2 in
  • Box Height (Area)
    34.8 in

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Crystal Black Silica
  • Crystal White Pearl
  • Dark Gray Metallic
  • Ice Silver Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Cloth w/Simulated Leather Bolsters Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

  • HD Radio
    Standard
  • Bluetooth Connection
    Standard
  • Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
    Not Available
  • Premium Sound System
    Not Available
  • Satellite Radio
    Standard
  • Smart Device Integration
    Standard
  • WiFi Hotspot
    Not Available
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
    Standard
  • Entertainment System
    Not Available
  • MP3 Player
    Standard

Interior Trim

  • Bucket Seats
    Standard
  • Cloth Seats
    Standard
  • Leather Seats
    Not Available
  • Leather Steering Wheel
    Not Available
  • Premium Synthetic Seats
    Standard
  • Vinyl Seats
    Not Available
  • Woodgrain Interior Trim
    Not Available
  • Sun/Moonroof
    Standard

Comfort

  • Head-Up Display
    Not Available
  • Navigation System
    Not Available
  • Steering Wheel Audio Controls
    Standard
  • Power Liftgate
    Not Available
  • Power Mirror(s)
    Standard
  • A/C
    Standard
  • Adaptive Cruise Control
    Not Available
  • Automatic Parking
    Not Available
  • Climate Control
    Standard
  • Cooled Front Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Cooled Rear Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Cruise Control
    Standard
  • Hands-Free Liftgate
    Not Available
  • Heated Front Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Heated Rear Seat(s)
    Not Available
  • Heated Steering Wheel
    Not Available
  • Keyless Entry
    Standard
  • Multi-Zone A/C
    Not Available
  • Power Driver Seat
    Standard
  • Power Passenger Seat
    Not Available
  • Remote Engine Start
    Not Available
  • Remote Trunk Release
    Not Available
  • Seat Memory
    Not Available
  • Universal Garage Door Opener
    Not Available
  • Seat-Massage
    Not Available
  • Rear A/C
    Not Available
  • Keyless Start
    Not Available
  • Navigation from Telematics
    Not Available
  • Telematics
    Standard

Additional Packages

Black Edition

cargo area tray, silver metallic center dash panel trim w/black gloss finish, Crystal Black Silica badging and foldable exterior mirrors, chrome inner door handles, single outlet tailpipe w/stainless tip and welcome lighting, Heated Front Seats, Auto-On/Off Headlights, Steering Responsive Headlights (SRH), Paddle-Shift Control Switches, Leather Steering Wheel & Shifter, silver stitching, Fog Lights w/Black Accent Trim, Windshield Wiper De-Icer, Heated Exterior Mirrors, LED Low & High Beam Headlights, automatic LED low and high beam height adjustment control

Int & Ext Auto Dimming Mirror w/Approach Lighting

$474

Exterior Mirror Hardware Kit Part number SOA635113, Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror w/Approach Lighting Part number J201SSG301, Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass Part number H501SSG203, Passenger's Side Mirror, Driver's Side Mirror Part number J205SSG100 (PIO)

Int/Ext Auto Dim Mirror w/HomeLink/Approach Light

$594

Exterior Mirror Hardware Kit Part number SOA635113, Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror w/Approach Lighting Part number J201SSG301, Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass & HomeLink Part number H501SSG303, Passenger's Side Mirror, Driver's Side Mirror Part number J205SSG100 (PIO)

Kicker Audio Upgrade Package

$355

Kicker Tweeter Kit Part number H631SFJ101, Kicker Speaker Upgrade Part number H631SSG000 (PIO)

Popular Package #2A

$757

Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG350, Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror w/Approach Lighting Part number J201SSG301, Rear Seat Back Cargo Net Part number F551SSG021, Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass & HomeLink Part number H501SSG303 (PIO)

Popular Package #3A

$792

Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG350, Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror w/Approach Lighting Part number J201SSG301, Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass & HomeLink Part number H501SSG303, Map & Dome Light LED Upgrade (PIO)

Protection Package #1

$614

Rear Bumper Cover Part number E771SSG350, All-Weather Floor Mats Part number J501SSG200, Splash Guards Part number J1010SG300, Cargo Cover - Manual Rear Gate Part number 65550SG002VH, Not for use w/installed Compartment Cover, May be used separately, Rear Seatback Protector Part number J501SSG400 (PIO)

Safety

Safety Features

  • Back-Up Camera
    Standard
  • Cross-Traffic Alert
    Not Available
  • Rear Parking Aid
    Not Available
  • Blind Spot Monitor
    Not Available
  • Lane Departure Warning
    Not Available
  • Lane Keeping Assist
    Not Available
  • ABS
    Standard
  • Night Vision
    Not Available
  • Tire Pressure Monitor
    Standard
  • Brake Assist
    Standard
  • Stability Control
    Standard
  • Traction Control
    Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

  • Overall Rating
  • Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
  • Side Crash Rating
  • Rollover Rating

Airbags

  • Driver Air Bag
    Standard
  • Front Head Air Bag
    Standard
  • Front Side Air Bag
    Standard
  • Knee Air Bag
    Standard
  • Passenger Air Bag
    Standard
  • Rear Head Air Bag
    Standard
  • Rear Side Air Bag
    Not Available
  • Seatbelt Air Bag
    Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

  • Basic
    3 Years / 36,000 Miles
  • Corrosion
    5 Years / Unlimited Miles
  • Drivetrain
    5 Years / 60,000 Miles
  • Roadside Assistance
    3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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