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2011 Toyota Corolla

February 18, 2012 5:27 pm / Leave a Comment /
Toyota’s evergreen compact nets subtle changes for 2011. There is a new grille, trunk lid and remodeled taillights. Electric-assist energy steering continues to be re-updated for enhanced feel and feedback. Luxurious USB and CAD Continental audio are new seem options, and interior trim and fabric colors happen to be tweaked for any freshened look. Otherwise, the Corolla keeps things as they are by delivering fundamental transportation using the Toyota tenets of quality, sturdiness and reliability. The bottom 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine is stingy with fuel whether combined to some standard 5-speed manual or optional 4-speed automatic transmission. Individuals seeking a dash of sport can choose the XRS model fitted having a more effective 2.4-liter four, 17-inch alloys and cosmetic flourishes.

Pro:
Quality choice

Con:
Vanilla styling

R&T Says:
Minor facelift

EPA Rating:
26 mpg city
35 mpg hwy

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Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible

April 1, 2011 4:56 pm / Leave a Comment /
The New Beetle Convertible is a 2-door, 4-passenger convertible, available in 4 trims, ranging from the 2.5L to the 2.5L Final Edition PZEV. Upon introduction, both trims are equipped with a standard 2.5-liter, I5, 150-horsepower engine that achieves 20-mpg in the city and 28-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard. The 2010 New Beetle Convertible is a carryover from 2009.
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The GMC Acadia

March 30, 2011 5:22 am / Leave a Comment /
Machines for large SUV crossover, GMC Acadia, LLT is the same with double overhead camshafts (DOHC) engine as its predecessor and the power of all styles of Acadia. 3.6 liter engine is direct injected V6 with four valves per cylinder is actuated with variable valve timing and camshaft technology. This engine produces 6300 horsepower at 3400 rpm maximum. The maximum torque comes at 3400 rpm. With 94 mm bore and 85.6 mm stroke, this engine has a compression ratio of 11.3, Acadia is capable of an impressive load of 1689 pounds to 5200 pounds towing and loading.

Fuel 3.6 liter engine has been said that the best of every eight passenger SUV will be. On the front wheel drive version, the city mileage is 17 mph and 24 mph highway. All-wheel drive version will need more gas, but still get 16 mpg city rating and 23 mpg highway estimates. The GMC Acadia got warm reviews from most critics. Edmunds.com says this: The optional 19 – and 20-inch wheels look good (well, except for the chrome), but they hurt otherwise comfortable ride of the Acadia’s. We have no complaints about the 3.6-liter V6 is smooth and strong.

Kelley Blue Book echoes the positive comments of other critics say a combination of the interior, very useful and good kilometers with attractive exterior styling, such as SUVs. GMC Acadia shares the same unibody architecture as the other co-GM: Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse and Saturn Outlook.

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Mitsubishi Outlander 2010

March 28, 2011 3:07 pm / Leave a Comment /
The Mitsubishi Outlander is a four-door, up to 7 passenger sport-utility, available in 7 trims, ranging from the ES 2WD to the GT S-AWC.

Upon introduction, the ES 2WD is equipped with a standard 168-horsepower 2.4-liter, I4, which achieves 21 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway. A variable speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard. S-AWC The GT is equipped with a standard 230 horsepower 3.0-liter V6 that achieves 18 mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the highway. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.

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Mazda3 2010

March 26, 2011 12:44 am / Leave a Comment /

MAZDA3 2010 is a 4-door, 5 passenger family sedan or wagon, available in 7 trims, ranging from 4-Door i SV to the s Grand Touring 5-Door.

Upon introduction, the i SV 4-door is equipped with a standard 148-horsepower 2.0-liter, I4, which achieves 25 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway. A 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional. The s Grand Touring 5-Door is equipped with a standard 167-horsepower 2.5-liter, I4, which achieves 21 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard. A 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional.

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Mitsubishi Lancer 2010

March 24, 2011 3:26 pm / Leave a Comment /
Mitsubishi Lancer 2010 is a 4-door, 5-passenger family sedan, available in 4 trims, ranging from the DE to the Ralliart Upon introduction, the DE is equipped with a standard 152-horsepower 2.0-liter, I4 , which achieves 22 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway. A 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a variable speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional. The Ralliart is equipped with a standard 2.0-liter, I4, 237-horsepower, turbo achieves 17-mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard.
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Suzuki Kizashi

March 22, 2011 3:43 pm / Leave a Comment /
The suzuki Kizashi 2010 is one of 4 doors, 5 passenger family sedan, available in 8 trims, ranging from the FWD AWD S SLS.
Upon introduction, the FWD S is equipped with a standard 185-horsepower 2.4-liter, I4, which achieves 21 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard. SLS The AWD is equipped with a standard 180 horsepower 2.4-liter, I4, which achieves 22 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway. A variable speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.
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Lexus RX 2010

March 20, 2011 5:09 am / Leave a Comment /

The Lexus RX 2010 is a 4-door, 5 passenger luxury sport utility, available in two trims, the DM 350 and 350 AWD. Upon introduction, the DM 350 is equipped with a standard 275-horsepower 3.5-liter, V6, which manages 18 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway. The 350 AWD is equipped with a standard 275-horsepower 3.5-liter, V6, which manages 18 mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the highway. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims.

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Honda Fit 2010

March 18, 2011 11:14 pm / Leave a Comment /
Honda Fit 2010 is a four-door five-passenger sedan family, or sports sedan, available in 6 trims, ranging from 5-Speed MT to the Sport 5-Spd AT w / Navigation System.
Upon introduction, both motifs are equipped with a standard 117-horsepower 1.5-liter, I4, which achieves 27 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway. A 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard 5-speed MT. A 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on the Sport 5-Spd AT w / Navigation System
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Toyota Yaris 2010

March 13, 2011 5:58 pm / Leave a Comment /
Toyota Yaris 2010 is a 2 – or 4-door, 5 passenger family coupe, or family sedan, available in 6 trims, ranging from three-door Liftback MT to AT Sedan 4-Spd.
Upon introduction, the Liftback 3-Door MT is equipped with a standard 106-horsepower 1.5-liter, I4, which achieves 29 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway. A 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard. The 4-SPD sedan is equipped with a standard 106-horsepower 1.5-liter, I4, which achieves 29 mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the highway. A 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.

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