AQS (Air Quality Sensor)
Part of the air conditioning system, this sensor detects gases such as fuel vapor via chemical reactions on its surface and automatically activates air circulation. Unlike conventional air quality sensors, the AQS system operates dynamically. Through constant monitoring of air quality in the car and outside, the system determines whether to open the vents and refresh the interior, or keep them closed.


ARP (Active Rollover Protection)
System prevents excessive body roll even before the ESP sensors register any danger. Thanks to additional software, ARP can detect sudden steering movements typical of avoidance maneuvers. By braking at the outer front wheel, the system reduces lateral acceleration and speed.


Auto Lock
Locks the car automatically as soon as a speed of 40 km/h is reached.


Brake Assist
This sub-function of the two-stage brake booster progressively generates maximum braking pressure when the brake pedal is pressed particularly quickly and firmly, thus reducing braking distance.


CAN Bus (Controller Area Network)
Network of a number of  Databus systems with various transmission speeds.


CBC (Cornering Brake Control)
Optimizes braking distance and driving stability, also when braking in curves. When wheel sensors register different rpm right and left in a curve, braking force on inner wheels is already reduced when brake pressure is applied under the ABS limit. This creates torque that stabilizes the vehicle.


Crashbox
This element is located between the bumper cross members and the body. Due to its design and construction, the crashbox has energy-absorbing deformation properties that prevent costly damage to supporting components in the event of mild collisions. The bolted-on crashboxes can be replaced easily and inexpensively.


Databus
Various electrical and electronic components are connected by one common databus conductor. These series-connected modules are capable of recognizing commands specifically intended for them. Advantages: larger data volume, higher transmission speed, lower weight, greater reliability. CAN Bus


DCS (Descent Control System)
System regulates speed on downward slopes with the help of ABS sensors, and brakes automatically to allow a controlled descent without wheel lock.


Door-to-Door-Illumination
Headlamps continue to shine for 30 seconds after the vehicle has been turned off and exited to provide illumination.


Double-DIN Format
The clearly arranged control panel for the audio and infotainment systems is twice as large as a standard unit. Advantages: easy-to-operate controls and more space for the integration of additional equipment such as a telephone and CD changer.

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