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Sport Utility Vehicle

Globe Rating

9.0 /10

“The combination of good looks, a Euro-sedan-flavoured interior, plentiful power and good handling make this a very likable vehicle. You'll like this vehicle if you plan on driving a lot of kilometres over an extended period of ownership.”

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MSRP
MSRP:
$48,875 - $63,685
Fuel economy
Fuel Economy:
9.2 - 10.7 L/100km

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Available Trims

Below is a list of all trims available for this model. To see more details click on the trim name.

Trim MSRP Engine HP Fuel Type Fuel Economy
L/100km
3.6L V6 FSI Comfortline Tiptronic $48,875 3.6L V 6 280 Premium Unleaded 10.7
3.0L V6 TDI Comfortline Tiptronic $53,575 3.0L V 6 225 Diesel 9.2
3.6L V6 FSI Highline Tiptronic $53,970 3.6L V 6 280 Premium Unleaded 10.7
3.6L V6 FSI Execline Tiptronic $58,735 3.6L V 6 280 Premium Unleaded 10.7
3.0L V6 TDI Highline Tiptronic $59,425 3.0L V 6 225 Diesel 9.2
3.0L V6 TDI Execline Tiptronic $63,685 3.0L V 6 225 Diesel 9.2

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