When the car arrives in UK dealerships in the Spring, three trim levels and two diesel engines will be available.
The entry level Orlando is badged LS, and is anything but basic. Standard equipment includes ESC, air conditioning, follow-me-home headlights, electric windows and mirrors, remote central locking, six airbags, three 12v power sockets, tinted windows and an adjustable steering wheel. It also includes two clever innovations – a supplementary rear-view mirror allowing both driver and passenger to see all of the car’s occupants, and an extremely clever hidden cubby compartment behind the stereo facia; the perfect place to conceal MP3s, phones and iPods away from prying eyes. The LS is available with the 128bhp 2.0-litre diesel unit, the latter of which also comes with a six-speed manual gearbox as standard.
LT models come loaded with even more kit. As well as the standard LS equipment, they get rear parking distance sensors, a USB port, 16-inch alloy wheels, climate control, a chrome-effect tailgate handle, driver’s armrest, leather-covered steering wheel, front fog lights, electric rear windows and an upgraded sound system with steering wheel audio controls. In addition, the LT can be specified with the most powerful Orlando engine, a 161bhp 2.0-litre diesel with six-speed automatic gearbox.
The range-topping LTZ models, which are also offered with a choice of all three engine options, come with an astonishing amount of on-board goodies. These include distinctive 17-inch alloys, automatic cruise control, an electro-chromatic rear view mirror, automatic headlights and windscreen wipers, blue ambient panel lighting, a gloss black centre console, power-folding door mirrors, a rear cargo net and chrome-effect body detailing. Buyers of diesel-engined LTZ models can also specify an optional Executive Pack, priced at £2,000. This adds full leather upholstery, heated front seats, satellite navigation and smart 18-inch alloy wheels.