Interior

The rounded instruments integrate nicely into the T-shaped instrument panel. The radio and center controls are tilted up to enhance functionality for the driver. Blacked-out instrument faces have metallic needles and trim.

All trim levels get 60/40-split folding rear seats with remote capability. Interior features include:

* Standard tilt/telescoping steering wheel with audio controls * New steering-wheel design, instrument panel trim accents and stitched vinyl door armrests
* Standard air conditioning with pollen filter, optional dual-zone automatic air conditioning
* Standard power locks, windows and mirrors (heated mirrors are optional) * Optional power moonroof with interior sunshade * Optional 333-watt, 10-speaker Bose audio system * Optional DVD navigation system with 7-inch touch-screen, rearview camera and voice-activated controls

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