2011 BMW 7 Series - 750i ActiveHybrid Sedan

MSRP Range: $102,300 - $106,200
Fuel Economy: - TBD - MPG city / - TBD - MPG highway
Seating capacity: 4

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Turbo compressor

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Engine: 4.4L V 8 double overhead cam with VVT ( 10.0 :1 compression ratio ; four valves per cylinder)

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Fuel: electric and/or premium unleaded

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Gasoline direct injection fuel system

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21.7 gallon main premium unleaded fuel tank 18.1

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Power: 455 HP ( 339 kW) @ 5,500 rpm; 515 ft lb of torque ( 698 Nm) @ 2,000 rpm

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Secondary power: maximum power (kw): 328, maximum power (hp): 440, maximum torque (ft lb): 480 and maximum torque (nm): 651

 

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Ferrari California - 2dr Conv

The 2010 Ferrari California is a throwback to one of the all-time great Ferraris-the 250 GT California Spyder. But the similarities end there. The new California is the first retractable hardtop the company has ever offered, and the entire package offers owners all the benefits of a nimble grand tourer and a top-down cruiser.

As with any Ferrari, the heart of the California is its powerplant. In this case it is a high-revving 4.3-liter V8 mounted in a front-midship design, which places the unit as close to the center of the car as possible and allows for optimum weight distribution. The twin-overhead-cam engine utilizes direct fuel injection for increased efficiency--a Ferrari first, and power is rated at 460 hp and 357 ft-lb of torque. The only transmission offered is a 7-speed, F1-inspired, dual-clutch, fully automated manual with launch control, which is activated by paddle shifters mounted on the steering wheel.

The California's suspension is all aluminum, with double wishbones up front, while the rear is an all-new multi-link design. With all that power and handling, stopping is achieved thanks to carbon-ceramic Brembo brakes.

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Ferrari 599 GTO

The engine itself has been modified from the factory vehicle with friction reducing components as well as a redesigned crankshaft and new new intake system to make all 670-hp at 8250 rpm, while a total of 457 ft-lbs of torque is available at 6500 rpm. Ferrari claims a 0-62 mph time of 3.35 seconds and a top speed in excess of 208-mph. Helping to achieve quicker acceleration is a reprogrammed six-speed F1 transmission with 60 ms shift times and the ability to drop several gears at a time.

Ferrari engineers also focused on weight reduction, dropping the GT car’s curb weight to 3,538 lbs. Along with lighter bodywork, including thinner aluminum panels, the GTO also gets thinner glass, a lighter exhaust and transmission and an even lighter second-generation carbon ceramic brake setup.

New aerodynamic improvements were also made resulting in improved downforce but no more drag. New ducting around the wheels reduces drag, as do wheel doughnuts. A new front lip creates more downforce at the front axle, while new side skirts help streamline airflow under the body. It’s also hard to miss the new racing-style rear diffuser.

Suspension improvements have also been made with stiffer springs and rear anti-roll bar, as well as a second-generation magnetorheological suspension control system (SCM2). More importantly, Ferrari says the SCM2 setup works with a tighter steering ratio, VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control) and the updated F1-Trac traction control systems to be incredibly responsive to inputs.

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Jeep Patriot - FWD 4dr Limited overviews

• MSRP Range: $17,795 - $24,550
• Fuel Economy: 21 MPG city / 25 MPG highway
• Seating capacity: 5
• Basic Warranty:

  Basic: 3 Years/36,000 Miles

• Drivetrain: 5 Years/100,000 Miles

• (fully transferable with no fee)

• Corrosion: 5 Years/100,000 Miles

• Emissions: 2 Years/24,000 Miles

• Roadside Assistance: 3 Years/36,000 Miles

The Jeep Patriot - FWD 4dr Limited  very boxy exterior helps provide an extremely roomy, useful interior. The front seats have a more car-like position than Jeep's other models, but they command a good view of the road. Seating is also comfortable in back, with adequate legroom and plenty of headroom, though there's barely enough width to fit three adults across; up-level models get a reclining seatback. For cargo versatility, the back seats fold forward flat and increase the dimensions of the remarkably convenient, box-shaped cargo area. The front passenger seat can also fold all the way forward to act as a table or to make room for especially long cargo.

Sport and Limited trims are offered with either front- or 4-wheel drive. The Jeep Patriot - FWD 4dr Limited    includes all the safety equipment but is otherwise very basic-manual wind-up windows are standard-but it does include air conditioning, a rear defroster and a 4-speaker CD sound system. Limited models make a huge jump and pile on the comforts like heated leather seats, cruise control, keyless entry, an auxiliary power outlet and an upgraded sound system-in addition to 4-wheel disc brakes and alloy wheels.

The Jeep Patriot - FWD 4dr Limited  has a wider range of options than is expected from a vehicle that starts at well under $20,000. An especially noteworthy option is the ?UConnect tunes' system, which includes a 30-gigabyte hard drive for storage of music and pictures; the system can read CDs, DVDs or USB memory sticks. Another system called ?UConnect GPS,' optional only on the Limited, includes a hands-free phone interface and voice-activated commands, plus real-time traffic information for the navigation system.

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2010 Jaguar XF 4dr Sdn Premium Luxury

Five different trims available for the 2010 XKF: the base Luxury, the Premium Luxury, the Portfolio, the Supercharged and the XFR. All are 4-door sedans that come standard with rear-wheel drive and a 6-speed automatic transmission with JaguarDrive Selector, which uses a unique rotary design that Jaguar claims is intuitive and also saves interior space. It includes a Sequential Shift System, which enables the driver to manually shift gears with steering-wheel-mounted paddles.

The base Luxury XF sedan comes standard with a 4.2L V8 engine making 300 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque. The XF Premium Luxury and Portfolio trims come with a 5.0L V8 engine capable of 385 horsepower and 380 pound-feet of torque. The Supercharged XF comes with a supercharged version of that 5.0L V8 engine but delivers 470 horsepower and 424 pound-feet of torque. The top-tier XFR gets the same engine but is tweaked to deliver 510 horsepower and 461 pound-feet of torque.

With the best torsion stiffness in its class, according to Jaguar, the XF offers impressive handling and performance as well as a smooth and well-controlled ride. Variable ratio power-assisted steering offers reduced effort while parking plus better control at high speed.

Standard safety equipment on the base Luxury trim includes antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, cornering brake control, traction control, an anti-skid system, curtain side airbags and front side airbags. The electronic stability control system includes Understeer Control Logic, which decelerates the car and helps restore grip in extreme maneuvers or when loss of traction occurs. The XF's dynamic stability control system offers two different modes, including a Trac DSC mode that allows more slip before intervening. All trims also offer a winter driving mode.

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2010 Jaguar XF - 4dr Sdn XF Supercharged Overview

• MSRP: $68,000
• Stock Number: J10-055
• Exterior: Cashmere
• Interior: Barley
• VIN: SAJWA0HE5AMR64595
• Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic
• Engine: 5.0L
• Body Style: 4dr Sdn XF Supercharged
• Cylinders: 8
• Doors: 4
• Fuel Type: Gasoline Fuel
• Vehicle Type: CAR

Five different trims available for the 2010 XKF: the base Luxury, the Premium Luxury, the Portfolio, the Supercharged and the XFR. All are 4-door sedans that come standard with rear-wheel drive and a 6-speed automatic transmission with JaguarDrive Selector, which uses a unique rotary design that Jaguar claims is intuitive and also saves interior space. It includes a Sequential Shift System, which enables the driver to manually shift gears with steering-wheel-mounted paddles.

The base Luxury XF sedan comes standard with a 4.2L V8 engine making 300 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque. The XF Premium Luxury and Portfolio trims come with a 5.0L V8 engine capable of 385 horsepower and 380 pound-feet of torque. The Supercharged XF comes with a supercharged version of that 5.0L V8 engine but delivers 470 horsepower and 424 pound-feet of torque. The top-tier XFR gets the same engine but is tweaked to deliver 510 horsepower and 461 pound-feet of torque.

With the best torsion stiffness in its class, according to Jaguar, the XF offers impressive handling and performance as well as a smooth and well-controlled ride. Variable ratio power-assisted steering offers reduced effort while parking plus better control at high speed.  

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Subaru Exiga

Family car, especially the premium, of course not only offers convenience, but also performance. That seems a Subaru tried to offer through Subaru Exiga MPV variant.Exterior appearance, Subaru Exiga offers premium futuristic cars. Especially with a panoramic view of his view that spent nearly three-quarters of the car body.

Similarly ditelnya section which provides an exact character of this Subaru MPV. The blue line on the headlamp, or the engine hood for example, would in turn make Exiga beraura fast cars.detikOto get a chance to try out the type Exiga GT, which removed at Rp 488 million On The Road Jakarta. 2.0 DOHC engine, thanks to the turbocharger and intercoolernya, making Exiga GT have the energy to reach 221 dk.

However, when the gas pedal dibejek, Exiga appears as a gentle family car. There is no snap, but the higher the RPM, the more of all energy channeled from the engine to move the body.Exiga offers S-Drive feature, which we can choose i-Eco mode. If you want to pull more fierce, please move the S-Drive in the S mode, the engine will rev higher and the effect on acceleration.

So also in the affairs of suspension as a vibration damping. Indeed, when low and damaged road or speed bump, a little feel hard. But all that changed when he was driving on the highway.Any extreme maneuvering, offset Exiga fun, which makes the driver feel comfortable and secure, because there are no flying cars symptoms, though the speedometer is pointing to the 165 km per hour.

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Audi Q5

Audi Audi Q5 has its own mainstay on high premium SUV segment, the Audi Q5. Audi claims the Q5 is a sporty SUV in its class. Really?

By answering these questions, We given the opportunity to try out their own SUV four-ring logo. Sentul City selected areas that are not so far from the city center.

Elegant and Sporty. First time I saw, it looks like two things was so strong against the body Q5. Especially when he knows the benefits of features, and technology embedded in this Audi SUV.

2.0 Turbo FSI engine, the actual capacity of the engine, the Audi Q5 many competitors, especially from Japanese brands. However, once the gas pedal, in fact this is where the power of technology developed by European manufacturers.

Before moving, electronic Audi Q5 offers a choice of 3 characters drive (Audi's Drive Select). Comfort, Auto, Dynamic, simply by pressing the button located on the center console.

When selected Dynamic example, detikOto feel more rigid steering, and suspension that had suddenly become much harder than the default (Auto). Similarly akselarasi engine. It's really responsive.

Similarly dual clutch transmission S-TRONIC 7-speed combined with permanent 4-wheel drive Quattro Audi characteristic, really spoil kebut adrenaline-kebutan enthusiasts.

However, when choosing the Comfort mode, which feels just the opposite. Suspension suddenly become more gentle, steering wheel becomes so light without reducing stability, and traction engines smooth.

Thus, the field of on-road or off road, might actually be diladeni the Q5, because Audi themselves say, Q5 is a dynamic combination of a sporting sedan, cruising all terrain capability and flexibility of space.

Q5 trunk space becomes more relieved that the tires are placed on the reserve can be folded into the trunk, so it is more concise. When needed, there is a mini-compressor that is more convenient.

Leather clad seats are also quite soft, not like an average SUV seat other characters and feels right holding back. Likewise with the second legs freely extended to the floor.

Bang containing audio, with display monitors and 14 speakers surround sound combinations, making your browsing really like the holiday is always a relaxed and fun with the SUV for Rp 930 million.

Technical Data Audi Q5

1. Type of engine: 4 cylinder inline DOHC FSI Turbocharger
2. Engine capacity: 1984 cc
3. Power Maximum: 211 rpm hp@4.300
4. Maximum torque: 350 nm 1500 rpm
5. Type Gearboks: 7-speed S tronic
6. Wheel drive: Quattro all-wheel permanent
7. Top speed: 222 km / h
8. akselarasi 0-100 km / h: 7.2 seconds
9. Fuel consumption: 10.4 (in town)
10. Luggage capacity: 540 liters
11. Length: 4629 mm
12. Width: 1880 mm
13. Height: 1653 mm

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Lancer Sportback ACTiVE Limited

Lancer Sportback ACTiVE Limited

Mitsubishi, make new breakthroughs in Aussie or Australian. Brands bearing the three diamonds Activ Lancer launched in limited numbers and dibanderol worth 21,990 Australian dollars was developed from the Sportback Lancer ES platform. "The Lancer ES is very famous and popular (in Aussy). Additions made to improve the features and value standards of the new variants Activ," said Paul Unerkov, Deputy Managing Director of Marketing Aussy Mitsubishi.

arian Activ offers exterior with 16-inch alloy wheels, rear spoiler, chrome exhaust, privacy glass, side airdams, and of course signage Activ. Into the cabin, no bluetooth features and leather steering wheel with audio controls.

Mitsubishi 2.0-liter engine relies, 4-cylinder, DOHC MIVEC which produces a force capable of 150 PS@6.000 rpm and maximum torque of 198 rpm Nm@4.250. In addition, there are two transmission options, manual and CVT.

For safety, the car is equipped with active stability control with traction control (ASTC), ABS, electronic brake distribution (EBD), brake assist (BA), (SRS) airbags, anti-intrusion system pedals, seat belt pre-tensioner, and the body which was strengthened.

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Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Superleggera

Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Superleggera appearance as SupersPort cars attract a lot of people remains. Similarly, when, the company that was once owned by Tommy Soeharto, displaying the latest models are now on display at the Geneva Motor Show to 80, the Superleggera Gallardo LP 570-4.

Remarkably, this model is shown with a green plus black combination. Picture, the car more aggressive but more friendly to the environment!

All were acquired for not much longer or exterior body parts sticking out. As for weight, lighter thanks to the use of special carbon fiber. As a result, this Superleggera weighs only 1340 when empty, 70 pounds lighter than its predecessor. With the same conditions, Lambo fanfare, the ratio between the weight: 2.35 kg/1PS. Great!

2.4 Seconds
Supersport is claimed capable of doing 0-100 sprint in 2.4 seconds kpj. Want higher, 0-200 kpj, only 10.2 seconds. If you have the guts to test the maximum speed, 325 kpj.

Compared to the previous version of Lambo, emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2), fell to 20.5 percent. All that, due to changes in the engine and the more light weight.

V10 engine, 5204 cc 570 PS produce 9419 kW) @ 8000 rpm with a torque of 540 rpm Nm@6.500. This is obtained thanks to the technology "Iniezione diretta Stratificata" or direct injection. Gasoline is sprayed directly into the engine with 100 bar pressure and compression 12.5: 1.

All-black interior Superleggera, including joknya Alcantara leather. No less interesting is the 19-inch aluminum wheels are very light - down 13 pounds - was tied with titanium bolts.

For tires, used Pirelli P Zero Corsa Series is specially developed for the Gallardo, 235/35ZR19 front and 295/30ZR17 rear.

Please check can be stopped with a steady and permanent stability, Superleggera is equipped with Electronically Stability Program (ESP). KALIPER front brakes with 8-piston and 4-piston rear with a diameter for 365 mm and 356 mm.

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Lexus LS600hL is Ultimate Hybrid Sedan in the World

Lexus LS600hL is a special product of the exclusive group. This hybrid sedan sold only 10,000 units worldwide of 100,000 units of the Lexus LS.All-Wheel Drive. LS600hL sedan figure is great! Same with the BMW 7 Series and Mercedes-Benz S-Class. The surplus, the source of two types of hybrid driving and transferred directly to the wheel or all-wheel drive (AWD). Make this car really solid used in various road surface conditions, wet, wet, dry, ugly, and so on.

Lexus LS600hL has a very luxurious interior with high-quality materials and fitted with very high precision. Not only that, also able to provide convenience in accordance with the Lexus philosophy, "The Pursuit of Perfection". Right rear seat, back support can be put down or set slope. Not enough, also can be used for massage or "Rear Seat Relaxation System".

Through the remote control, pneumatic 8-space in the seat, left rear passengers can get a shiatsu and stretching the body. While right rear seat is equipped with a vibrator and hold the hips (pelvic support), besides providing for the comfort of course also produces massage.

Lexus LS600hL science facilities. New special features is "Intelligent Parking Assist (IPA). With this technology, if the owners want to enjoy the greatness of this car in person, drove it himself, when parking in a narrow area do not have to worry.

Simply by bringing the car into the desired space, then activate the "Intelligent Parking Assist" with a choice of serial or parallel parking and use the reverse gear. After that, the task of supervising the driver only and operates the brake pedal. Steering wheel and gas operated solely by a car! Smart! Parking definitely faster and safer.

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"Honda Civic Mugen Type R 200" Limited in the UK

Honda introduced the Civic Type R Mugen 200 for the British market. Interestingly, this two-door sedan produced limited 200 units by the European Mugen home modifications. Hence, the name Mugen Civic Type R have 200 numbers.

Honda Civic Mugen Type R 200 has Machine that still carried 2.0 L capacity with a K20A DOHC i-VTEC technology. In standard conditions, the resulting power of 201 PS (148 kW/198dk) with 201 PS power.

Honda Civic Mugen Type R 200 has a white color that contrasts with a black mirror. Mugen logo mounted on the rear, combined with the number 200. The plan, which was built in sedan Honda factory in Swindon will start in April next sale.

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Carol Christmas Gifts from Mazda

Christmas 2009 and New Year 2010, Mazda Motor Corp.. (MMC) launched the Mazda Carol. Micro-mini vehicles are very popular among Japanese women. Began to be marketed today, Thursday (17/12/09) Mazda dealers across Autozam, Mazda, and Mazda Anfini in Japan.

Ekstrerior the new design is very attractive, surrounded by the line pull together. Overall appearance implies affection.

In the interior, especially the instrument panel is designed to follow rounded steering wheel. Likewise with the lattice cooling systems (air conditioning) the same symmetrical instrument panel. So, seats covered with bright colors, the combination of yellow-gray and brown, the impressive style.

All new models developed by Carol super-ultra low emission vehicles (SU-Lev), resulting in exhaust gas emissions 75% lower than the standards applied in Japan in 2005. Not only that, technology continuously variable transmission (CVT) and the manual transmission 5-speed can exceed the fuel economy standard of 25% which came into force in 2010. Then, Carol automatic transmission also has more than fuel economy standards plus 15% in 2010

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Conqueror Beachcomber MINI Off-road road

British car manufacturer, MINI cars handed back to conquer the off-road terrain. Although still a concept, but the MINI Beachcomber will be on display at the North American International Auto Show, in January 2010.

About MINI create a vehicle to track all these fields, Beachcomber is not the first. They never had a car rake on the 1964 MINI Moke that looks like a truck, but in miniature size.

Beachcomber is recorded as the fourth model in the product line-up MINI. Other products which were hatched earlier Clubman and Convertible. Beachcomber call the manufacturer as the MINI Moke 21st century.

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Make a Santa Clause car from Jaguar Land Rover

Only their concept cars as Christmas presents for Satna Clause as tunggangannya.Bentuk car concept car developed by designer 25-year-old Jaguar, Thomas Smith. He tried to interpret what a ride Santa Clause in the modern form. Instead of using nine deer attractants, Thomas berpenumpang prefer a single car for the Santa operational vehicles.

While Land Rover tried to see Santa Clause and work designing this car fit his needs with a focus on energy that has the ability in any field. His name concept car, free fantasy developed.

Land Rover developing designs based on the ability to fly, laser delivery gifts, and recognition software corobong smoke. All were created to support the so Santa can give a gift to all the children who celebrate Christmas this year.

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Toyota IQ

Toyota claim that this is their "take on the concept of a city car" - the iQ - a presumably tough competition for the likes of the classical Smart fortwo. But the Japanese manufacturer already has a few small cars like the now common Yaris and the newer AYGO. How will this urban cruiser fit into the everyday life of city-people?

...Very well, because it looks like this little wonder is an automotive contradiction, seeming larger at the inside than it is on the outside. Put it simple, it is 9.8 feet (2.99 meters) long, 5.5 feet (1.67 meters) wide, 4.8 feet (1.46 meters) tall and has a turning circle of about 13 feet (4 meters), much less than that of the Yaris.

Toyota are very proud of the clever packaging and they call it a 3+1, because it is capable of carrying up to three adults along with a child or luggage. Although it may be small, the Toyota iQ received a 5-star rating in Euro NCAP testing.

Potential buyers will be able to choose between a 1.0 l and 1.3 l petrol engine and a 1.4 l diesel. The little 1.0 l three-cylinder engine is said to be capable of more than 60 mpg.

This small, but clever car, will pack, among other safety features, the "world's first rear air bag". Air-con, quality audio and other items will also be available.

Toyota expects to sell 100,000 units of the iQ in its first year of production around the world. We will have to wait and see if this car will be a success.

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Car Lease Specials - Unveiling 2008 Volvo C30

Volvo has come up with a sporty, fast-and-furious type of car for the young and brave at heart. The Volvo C30 has powerful engines, is easy to maneuver, and provides comfort when you travel.

It comes encumbered with a lot of safety measures too. For one, it has front airbags and side airbags to protect the torso and head in any case of accidents. It also has the child-seat attachment system to make sure your kid's going to be safe from bumps and sudden stops. It also is a best handling car since it makes your steering quite easy and smooth. When cutting corners and slicing through traffic, the Volvo C30 can just glide through.

Even with its two-door hatchback body, Volvo C30 has a large comfortable room for four with a wet-suit material as fabric for the car seats. C30 is Volvo's new model, but its mechanical parts seem to be prototypes of its compact S40 sedan and V50 wagon though it has considerably equipment that are less standard.

With all bravado, Volvo C30 is considered a reverse halo car. Its manufacturers hope that it would be able to put in more people in its dealerships and ultimately give the company a sportier look for its clients.

A lot of accolades are raining down on Volvo C30. As what Dan Neil wrote in the Los Angeles Times, "The C30 is a terrific little car, a hugely entertaining and deftly engineered piece of Scandinavian design entering a market that's just about
panting for cooler, and greener, small cars... [It] feels like the emergence of a new species, Volvo rockinus."

Our online car reviewers and aficionados also embraced the arrival of the cute, sporty car as they deem it. Emily Hansen wrote in motherproof.com that "Volvo C30 is a departure from what I think of when I picture a Volvo. Don't get me wrong; all the safety and security I expect from Volvo is still intact, it's just packaged in a cute, sporty, city car."

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Acura TSX - The Biggest Competitor to 2010 Honda Accord?

Acura TSX is the one of the trendiest cars designed by Acura/Honda in recent times. During the year 2003, it was available only in Canada and United States whereas the company plans to launch this car in Mexico this year. Honda also plans to replace this model with the previously made Acura RSX.

There are almost three places where this car is manufactured namely Saitama, Sayama and Japan. The basic design of this car is inspired from CL-series Accord. To cover the marketing in Japan, Europe and Australia, the interior design of this car has been changed. TSX has continued sales in North American market alongside the mid-sized Acura TL. The 2008 produced TSX model has a 6-speed manual transmission, four cylinder engine and front wheel drive. This car was launched for the first time in the year 2004.

Just after one year, in 2005 it got updated with various facilities including XM Satellite Radio, Steering Wheel Mounted Audio and four way power passenger seat along with Cruise Controls. There were also some changes made in the 2006 including standard integral Fog Lights, 5 hp power additions to the engine, standard side skirts, sporty looks and more stylist wheels etc. From its safety point of view, Multi-Information Display was added in the instrument panel. Some of the additional facilities include the Bluetooth compatibility and an advanced audio player.

But, looking at the current market, apparently the latest generation Acura TSX might actually turn out to be the biggest competitor of the Honda Accord in those market where both the Honda as well as Acura models are being marketed, especially the North American market.

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Insight to 2009-2010 Cadillac CTS - Tech Specs and Fuel Economy

The 2009 model Cadillac CTS comes equipped with a luxurious quality cabin, and dashboard wrapped up with the leather based surface. Some other notable features of the Cadillac CTS are the quality stacked switch gear, carbon fiber trim, power adjustable as well as well cushioned seats, graphical LCD screen and quality base road navigation system, which can display an accident before reaching the spot. The navigation system is also helpful to the driver as well as the passengers in informing about the weather forecast of the area along with any natural weather severity. The suspension system in the vehicle is also a magnetic system, which used to monitor both the driving style and road conditions with a lot of adjustment of the rigidity.

As far as the fuel economy is concerned, the CTS-V provides you with an average mileage of about 12 mpg on the city roads, but the performance is observed to be a lot better on the highways as you can expect gas mileage of about 18 mpg.

So, all in all it is one of the lovely cars from the house of Cadillac, since it provides you with not only the high end luxury features, but also with the top-notch security options. The carbon fiber trim gives it cool looks, while the stylish elegant body design gives the perfect look of a sporty car.

The latest Cadillac CTS car pictures are of course simply fascinating, and the Cadillac fans are badly awaiting the launch of the 2009-2010 CTS, but the detailed tech specs are yet to be released.

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The 2009 Hyundai Genesis Sedan

The Hyundai Genesis Sedan was selected the winner for the 2009 North American Car of the Year. The awards are based on cars that display innovation, great design, reliable safety, handling, driver satisfaction and value for the dollar. The awards are given by automotive journalists who represent magazines, television, radio, newspapers and web sites.

The 2009 North American Car of the Year marks the first win and nomination for a Korean automaker. The Genesis Sedan tops the mainstream Hyundai line-up and is also the first luxury sedan from Hyundai. The Genesis was designed to compete with the more expensive luxury vehicles and has emphasis on its driving performance. It is available with three engine choices, two of which are a six speed automatic transmission. A 3.8 liter V-6 engine producing 289 horsepower is available as well as a new 4.6 liter V-8 engine that produces about 360 horsepower. The Genesis Sedan goes an alleged 0 to 60 mpg in less than six seconds.

The Sedan features a five-link independent suspension in the front and rear, a 53 to 47 front/rear weight distribution, and a stiffer body style (due to the high-tensile steel used in production). It measures 197 inches long and 73.3 inches wide and has a 115.6 inch wheelbase, making the Hyundai Genesis Sedan a little larger than the average mid-sized car. On the inside standard features include a wood trim instrument panel, leather heating and cooling seats, windshield defogger with humidity sensors, and rain sensing wipers.

You are sure to get your moneys worth with the Genesis Sedan's standard ten-year or 100,000 mile limited powertrain warranty. If that wasn't good enough, you also have the option of a five-year or 60,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty and in addition to these warranty's, the Genesis also comes with five years of 24 hour roadside assistance with no limit for mileage. The best part about this award-winning Sedan is that it is only $30,000. That means you can buy a rear wheel drive luxury Hyundai Genesis, which promises to challenge $60,000 luxury autos, for half the price.

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