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2009 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan

Jun — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 01:18:38 +0000

Upon introduction, the S is equipped with a standard 2.5-liter, I5, 170-horsepower engine that achieves 21-mpg in the city and 29-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional. The TDI is equipped with a standard 2.0-liter, I4, 140-horsepower, turbo, diesel engine that achieves 30-mpg in the city and 41-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard.

Transmission

5-Speed Manual Transmission With Overdrive

Steering

Power Speed Sensing Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering
Telescopic Steering Column
Tilt Steering Column

Suspension

Independent MacPherson Strut Front Suspension With Coil Springs and Gas Charged Shock Absorbers
Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Coil Springs and Gas Charged Shock Absorbers
Rear Stabilizer Bar

Electrical

Delayed Power Retention System
Front Power Outlet
1 Rear Seat Power Outlet and 1 Cargo Area Power Outlet
12-Volt, 60-Amp/Hour Battery
Audio Pre-Wiring

2008 Volkswagen GTI

Jun — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 12:36:34 +0000

The 2008 GTI is a 2- or 4-door, 5-passenger sports coupe, or sports sedan, available in two trims, the 2.0T Coupe and the 2.0T Sedan.

Upon introduction, both trims are equipped with a standard 2.0-liter, I4, 200-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 21-mpg in the city and 29-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional.

Transmission

Dual Final Drive Ratio 3.94; 3.09
6-Speed Manual Transmission With Overdrive

Steering

Power Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering
Telescopic Steering Column
Tilt Steering Column

Suspension

Independent MacPherson Strut Front Suspension With Coil Springs, Shock Absorbers and Sport Ride Type
Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Coil Springs, Shock Absorbers and Sport Ride Type
Rear Stabilizer Bar

Electrical

2 Front Power Outlets
Cargo Area Power Outlet
12-Volt, 60-Amp/Hour Battery
Drive-By-Wire Control For Throttle
Audio and Navigation Pre-Wiring

2009 Audi TT

Jun — Sun, 26 Oct 2008 10:02:56 +0000

The 2009 TT is a 2-door, up to 4-passenger luxury sports coupe, or luxury convertible, available in 8 trims, ranging from the 2.0T With S tronic to the 3.2 Roadster quattro with S tronic.

Upon introduction, the 2.0T With S tronic is equipped with a standard 2.0-liter, I4, 200-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 23-mpg in the city and 31-mpg on the highway. The 3.2 Roadster quattro with S tronic is equipped with a standard 3.2-liter, V6, 250-horsepower engine that achieves 18-mpg in the city and 24-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims.

2006 Saleen S7

Jun — Sun, 19 Oct 2008 02:06:00 +0000

The 2006 S7 is a 2-door, 2-passenger luxury sports car, available in one trim only, the Twin Turbo.

Upon introduction, the S7 is equipped with a standard 7.0-liter, V8, 750-horsepower, turbo engine. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard.

Transmission

6-Speed Manual Transmission With Overdrive and Floor Mounted Shifter

Steering

Power Rack and Pinion Steering
Telescopic Steering Column
Tilt Steering Column

Suspension

Independent Double Wishbone Front Suspension With Coil Springs and Performance Ride Type
Independent Double Wishbone Rear Suspension With Coil Springs and Performance Ride Type
Rear Stabilizer Bar

Electrical

12-Volt Battery
Navigation Pre-Wiring

Mercedes-Benz Fascination Concept

Jun — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:33:50 +0000

Peugeot RC Hybrid Concept

Jun — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 11:42:58 +0000

2008 Paris Auto Show Peugeot RC Hybrid Concept

2009 Nissan Maxima

Jun — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 23:40:14 +0000

The 2009 Maxima is a 4-door, 5-passenger sports sedan, available in two trims, the S and the SV.

Upon introduction, both trims are equipped with a standard 3.5-liter, V6, 290-horsepower engine that achieves 19-mpg in the city and 26-mpg on the highway. A variable speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.

Transmission

Adaptive Automatic Transmission
Xtronic CVT(R) Continuously Variable Electronically Controlled Manually Interactive Adaptive Automatic Transmission With Overdrive
Manually Interactive Automatic Transmission

Steering

Power Engine Speed Sensing Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering
Telescopic Steering Column
Tilt Steering Column

Suspension

Independent Strut Front Suspension With Coil Springs and Shock Absorbers
Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Springs and Shock Absorbers
21-mm Rear Stabilizer Bar

Electrical

Delayed Power Retention
2 Front Power Outlets
Battery Saver
12-Volt Battery
Drive-By-Wire Control For Throttle
Audio and Navigation Pre-Wiring

2009 Toyota Highlander

Jun — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 12:08:44 +0000

The 2009 Highlander is a 4-door, up to 7-passenger sport-utility, available in 6 trims, ranging from the Base 4X2 to the Limited 4X4.

Upon introduction, the Base 4X2 is equipped with a standard 2.7-liter, I4, 187-horsepower engine. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard. The Limited 4X4 is equipped with a standard 3.5-liter, V6, 270-horsepower engine that achieves 17-mpg in the city and 23-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.

Transmission

Adaptive Automatic Transmission
5-Speed Electronically Controlled Adaptive Automatic Transmission With Overdrive and Floor Mounted Shifter

Steering

Power Rack and Pinion Steering
Telescopic Steering Column
Tilt Steering Column

Suspension

Independent MacPherson Strut Front Suspension With Gas Charged Shock Absorbers
Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Gas Charged Shock Absorbers
14-mm Rear Stabilizer Bar

Electrical

2 Front Power Outlets
Cargo Area Power Outlet
12-Volt Battery
Security Pre-Wiring

Mercedes-Benz S400 BlueHybrid

Jun — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 22:30:08 +0000

Mercedes is planning to offer a hybrid S-class starting in 2009. The S400 BlueHybrid, a mild hybrid powered by M-B’s 3.5-liter V-6, boasts a lithium-ion battery co-developed with supplier Continental and described by Daimler R&D boss Thomas Weber as “a crucial breakthrough.”

Unlike Lexus’s LS600hL, the S400 is not aimed at the performance market. Instead, it uses its hybrid drivetrain solely for the traditional aim of fuel efficiency. Mated in the style of a mild hybrid with a 20-hp electric motor and a lithium-ion battery pack, the V-6 will turn off while the car is stationary and kick back on when the driver wants the car to move. Under braking, the batteries are charged. The electric motor can’t propel the S400 on its own but assists in acceleration.

The compact lithium-ion battery module is far more powerful than conventional nickel-metal hydride batteries. It is integrated in the car’s cooling system to ensure optimal operating temperature.

BMW seemed miffed at the announcement, with executives pointing at the joint hybrid-vehicle alliance between BMW and Daimler. But this particular battery is a Mercedes development, and the carmaker holds 25 patents on it.

With internal combustion and electronic wizardry working together to produce 295 horsepower and 277 pound-feet of torque, the S400 is capable of a 0-to-62-mph sprint in a claimed 7.3 seconds and will pull to a governed 155 mph–all while delivering 30 mpg on the European cycle (up from 23 mpg) in S-class comfort. Additionally, the S400 packages all the hybrid equipment under the hood, so neither passenger room nor cargo space suffers for the driver’s conscientiousness.

Europe will get this hybrid in 2009, and a Mercedes spokesman confirmed that it will be offered in the U.S. later–we believe in 2010. If 30 mpg is not enough for you, and you can’t picture yourself in a Prius, start hoping Mercedes offers the upcoming and even thriftier S300 BlueTec diesel hybrid outside Europe.

2009 HUMMER H2 SUT

Jun — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 10:43:55 +0000

The 2009 H2 SUT is a 4-door, 5-passenger luxury pickup, available in 3 trims, ranging from the Base to the Luxury.

Upon introduction, both trims are equipped with a standard 6.2-liter, V8, 403-horsepower, flexible fuel engine. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.

Transmission

6-Speed Electronically Controlled Manually Interactive Automatic Transmission With Overdrive and Tow/Haul Mode
Manually Interactive

Steering

Power Recirculating Ball Variable Assisted Steering
Tilt Steering Column

Suspension

Independent Front Suspension With Torsion Bar Springs and Shock Absorbers
Live Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Coil Springs and Shock Absorbers
30-mm Rear Stabilizer Bar

Electrical

Delayed Power Retention
2 Front Power Outlets
2 Rear Seat and 1 Cargo Area Power Outlets
Battery Saver
Drive-By-Wire Control For Throttle
Battery
Exterior Lighting and Towing Pre-Wiring