Description
Positioning & Pricing
Trim & drivetrain: The Trophy is the range-topping petrol trim — enhanced over the SE — featuring the 1.5?T-GDI turbo engine (approx. 160–168?bhp), front-wheel drive, and choice of 6-speed manual or 7-speed DCT automatic.
UK prices:
DCT version: around £27,495 new
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Used/facelifted models: approx. £21k–£22k (2024 reg), or ~£20.5k for a 2023 example at dealers
???? Engine & Performance
Output: Turbocharged 1.5?L motor delivers ~160–168?bhp and ~249–275?Nm torque, enabling both capable acceleration and strong mid-range pull
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0–62?mph: Around 9.4–9.6?s with automatic or manual .
Transmission note: DCT is generally smooth but some find it not as refined as rivals—acceptable but not sporty
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???? Trophy-Specific Upgrades
Compared to SE: Trophy adds heated sports front seats with adjustable lumbar and memory, dual-zone climate, wireless phone charging, and power tailgate
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Equipment list includes 360° camera, adaptive cruise, traffic jam assist, paddle shifters, 12.3″ touchscreen & virtual cluster (on newer facelifts) — a top-tier kit suite .
???? Interior & Comfort
Cabin: Spacious and well-appointed with ambient lighting, dual-zone climate, quality materials, and those supportive sports seats for long trips .
Infotainment: Large touchscreen (10.1″ or 12.3″), smooth UI, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. Some lag reported but generally ok .
?? Safety & Practicality
Safety tech: Full suite—AEB with pedestrian/cyclist detection, blind-spot, lane-keep, rear cross-traffic, intelligent speed assist, traffic-jam assist
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Boot: ~463?L (seats up), expandable to ~1,454?L flat-folded
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Ride quality: Comfortable and composed; some wind/road noise leaks noted