Climatic gives AirCon in the front ONLY, variable from hot to cold only, and just Heating or Ambient in the rear
Climatronic 3 zone gives AirCon front and rear, with rear controls + L & R cabin. Dial the temperature you want in each zone and thats it. Each zone will be heated/cooled to your set temperature.
I purchased an ex demonstrator in 2014 which happened to be my perfect spec with 20 miles on the clock and 20% discount. I happened to have been in touch with the dealer for months before the demo was specced. It was a happy coincidence that it suited me rather than an agreement. Dealer kept the vehicle in his pound for 3 months so it was unused when it came to us.
Spec was pretty simple: 7 seats, diesel heater. It is a great vehicle. Multipurpose for our family of 6. We enjoy it everyday and did 33 camping nights in 2015.
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