Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
Model | Outlander | Outlander | Outlander |
Trim | ES | SE | GT |
Engines | |||
Transmissions | |||
Drivetrains | |||
Tires | |||
Audio Systems | |||
Accessories | |||
Powers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier. | |||
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | |||
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | |||
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | |||
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
Rear disc brakes. | |||
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common. | |||
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. | |||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||
Mandatory, in all cars. | |||
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. | |||
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | |||
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | |||
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 | |||
Hitch rated for up to 3,500 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower. | |||
Do not have to open entire tailgate to access the cargo area. | |||
No crossbars. | |||
Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized. | |||
Includes four-wire harness, limited to relatively small trailers. | |||
Climate Control | |||
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | |||
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | |||
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor. | |||
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | |||
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Shifts power to the outside wheel in turns to counteract understeer. | |||
The center differential can be manually locked using a button. Only for use at low speeds on loose surfaces. Engaging low range (where available) usually locks the center differential automatically. | |||
Exterior | |||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | |||
Moldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots. | |||
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | |||
Flaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks. | |||
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | |||
Infotainment | |||
Jacks for a video camera, game console, or other device with A/V output. | |||
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. | |||
Includes CD player. | |||
Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data. | |||
A DVD player and ceiling-mounted screen. Often includes a pair of wireless headphones. | |||
Built-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files. | |||
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | |||
Screen-based navigation system. | |||
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | |||
Information about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | |||
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | |||
Phone or other device operated via the vehicle's voice command system. Requires a compatible device--all aren't supported. | |||
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | |||
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | |||
Headlights automatically turn off. | |||
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | |||
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | |||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |||
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | |||
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. | |||
Front row reading lights. | |||
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 | |||
All-weather floormats. | |||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | |||
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | |||
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | |||
Seat adjusts back and forth to vary the split between the second row and the third row or cargo area. | |||
Either only the front seats are leather or the upholstery is a mix of cloth and leather. | |||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | |||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration. | |||
Lug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels. | |||
Transmission | |||
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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