Say you’re looking for a luxurious seven-passenger crossover with all of the goods: All-wheel drive, a posh and stylish interior, lots of technology, and great power. Of course versatility and reliability are important, too. Originally introduced in 2001, the Acura MDX is a veteran of the premium crossover market. Offering a host of techy features, [...]
Although many will argue the Toyota Camry isn’t the epitome of automotive enthusiasm, it’s impossible to argue against its tremendous sales in the U.S. In fact, it’s been a best seller in America for 13 of the past 14 years, and Toyota has built 6.5 million of them in its Georgetown, Kentucky facility. But for [...]
So you’ve decided a subcompact vehicle will no longer fit the bill—you need something bigger. You’d like a wagon, but nothing fits the bill in your price range. Although you don’t want to admit it, a minivan—a dirty seven-letter word to many auto enthusiasts—would be super practical, but most are bigger, thirstier, and more expensive [...]
I’m not trying to pick on Nissan, but here’s something interesting: In July, 2010, sales of the very large Nissan Armada SUV above were up 311.4%. Sales of the Xterra SUV were up 56.6%. On the flip side, sales of the subcompact Nissan Cube were down 54%. Sales of the equally subcompact Nissan Versa were [...]
You don’t just expect to see a Mitsubishi i-MiEV everywhere. In fact, in the U.S., you don’t expect to see it anywhere, at least not yet. But this will soon change. Targeting a fall 2011 release, the i-MiEV (innovative Mitsubishi Electric Vehicle) will be available to government and corporate agencies first, then to the public. [...]
Scion has sold 800,000 vehicles since the brand’s 2005 model year debuted, and the median buyer’s age is only 26—the youngest in the industry. Of the models Scion has offered since then (xB, xA, xD, tC), the two-door tC has been the brand’s bread and butter. In fact, Scion VP, Jack Hollis, said there are [...]
Where was I the last couple of days? I was at the Northwest Automotive Press Association’s (NWAPA) “Run to the Sun.” This annual driving event brings a number of new cars and NWAPA members together for a multi-day driving extravaganza. The field featured a variety of cars from various segments from entry level to ultra [...]
Ford sent out a press release stating that the Fiesta has been EPA certified to get up to 40 MPG, making it the most fuel-efficient car in the b-segment with regards to highway MPGs. So here’s the breakdown: • Fiestas equipped with the six-speed PowerShift automatic (dual clutch) gearbox will get 29 city, 40 highway. [...]
Oh yes, this is awesome. Reminds me of the old Nissan 300ZX toy commercial from the ’90s. The only thing better would be if a real SE-R could do half this stuff. FYI, this ad is from Nissan Canada. Eh. Below is the making of the video. Courtesy of our content partner: Subcompact Culture Related [...]
Yep, it’s true: The Toyota iQ will be sold as a Scion for 2011. It will be powered by a 1.3-liter engine mated to a CVT, which is the only transmission available. Scion says the car will “make over 90 horsepower.” No official fuel economy number yet, but Scion says high 30s combined. Other things [...]
Nissan’s all-electric Leaf now has a price: $32,780. There are up to $7,500 in federal tax credits, which will bring the price down to as low as $25,280. Consumers can also lease the Leaf for $349 a month, not including state or local incentives, which could further reduce the net cost of the Nissan Leaf. [...]
Suzuki’s automotive division is in the midst of a makeover. The transformation began in 2007 with the introduction of the compact and compelling SX4 sedan and crossover. Next, the company jettisoned its rebadged Daewoo-made Forenza, Reno, and Verona, as well as its General Motors-based XL-7 SUV. Its next and latest move might be its best: [...]
Kia first appeared in the U.S. in the early-to-mid 1990s (Portland, Oregon’s Ron Tonkin Kia was the first Kia dealer in the U.S.), and was mostly thought of as an entry-level automaker offering inexpensive, and, well, basic transportation. Hey—we all have to start somewhere. However, Kia has kept its nose to the automotive grindstone, offering [...]
There are a lot of Subarus in the Pacific Northwest. There is a lot of rain in the Pacific Northwest. Coincidence? I think not. All Subarus come with the company’s famous all-wheel drive—great for the area’s rain-slicked roads and snow-covered mountain passes. The newly redesigned 2010 Legacy offers more interior room, more MPGs, and more [...]
Chrysler Communications Manager, Scott Brown, confirmed yesterday that a 170 horsepower Fiat 500 will show up on the U.S. market. I spoke with Brown while attending a media preview of the 2010 Portland Auto Show. He specifically stated the turbocharged 170 hp engine would not be part of the initial Fiat 500 launch, but would [...]
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