Model Year | 2017 |
Model | 4C |
Trim | Coupe |
Engines | |
Transmissions | |
Drivetrains | |
Tires | |
Audio Systems | |
Accessories | |
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | |
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | |
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |
Rear disc brakes. | |
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | |
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | |
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | |
Applies the brakes to a slipping drive wheel to transfer torque to the other side, simulating the effect of a limited-slip differential. We haven't identified all applications, often implied by traction control. | |
Mandatory, in all cars. | |
Torso-level front row airbags, usually contained in the seats. Many also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags. | |
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle. | |
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | |
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | |
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | |
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | |
Cargo Management | |
Climate Control | |
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | |
Engine / Motor | |
Valves open in the exhaust at high rpm and/or during brisk acceleration, for power boost and/or richer sound. Valves can also be opened with a switch. | |
The engine is located behind the driver but ahead of the rear axle. | |
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |
Changes sound of exhaust and/or appearance of the tips. In some cases might slightly improve performance. | |
Exterior | |
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | |
Chrome or aluminum mirrors. Only listed if optional or not standard on the base trim. | |
Strong and light, but could be very expensive to repair. | |
Reduces weight. | |
Infotainment | |
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | |
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone. | |
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | |
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees. | |
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | |
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | |
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | |
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | |
Reports the amount of boost being provided by the supercharger or turbocharger. | |
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it. | |
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | |
The information displayed by the instruments can be customized. Color display(s) of at least 20 square inches. | |
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |
Front row reading lights. | |
Measures and displays lateral acceleration. Some also measure and display 0-60, quarter mile, etc. | |
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked. | |
Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | |
Reports engine speed. | |
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | |
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights. | |
Seats and Interior Trim | |
Real aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together. | |
Won't be listed in conjunction with wood or aluminum trim even if they are available together. | |
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | |
Seating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede. | |
Synthetic suede steering wheel rim. | |
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |
Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration. | |
No power assist for the steering. Rare. | |
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |
Transmission | |
Electronically controls engine and transmission for perfect launch. | |
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission. |
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