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2015 Kia Forte is a compact class winner
By Veeno Dewan
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he Kia Forte family comprises; the four –door sedan, twodoor Forte Koup and the Forte5 hatchback and have been popular choices in recent years, and it is not hard to see why. Nice styling, an unbelievable array of upmarket standard features not found in comparable cars in this sector, and all for an amazing price are the key attractions. Whichever model of Kia Forte you buy; sporty, semi aggressive styling is standard. The two- door Koupe has a wide, pugnacious street fighter look about it, whilst the four –door sedan and five
door hatchback look sleek and contemporary. Styling is more cohesive across the range, whilst large 17- inch alloys set off the Forte very well. The Kia Forte is available with two four-cylinder engines; a base 1.8 four cylinder and a larger 2.o liter engine. $15,995 Forte LX is powered by a 1.8-litre four-cylinder, producing 148 horsepower and 131 lb.-ft. of torque. The more powerful, direct-injected 2.0-litre engine is standard on the mid-range EX and fully loaded SX models and produces 172 horsepower
and 154 lb.-ft. of torque. Depending on the trim level, either engine can be paired with either a six speed automatic or a manual transmission. A Steptronic Autobox with steering wheel mounted paddle shifters is also an option on the SX model’s 2 liter mill. The 2014 Kia Forte comes with a very impressive list of standard features. The entry level LX supplies: steering-wheel mounted audio controls, air conditioning, heated mirrors, trip computer and body-colored mirrors, 17-inch alloy wheels, fog lights, HID headlights with daytime running lights, LED tail lights, power-
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2016 Ferrari FF Coupe: Not the usual Ferrari!
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exus has announced the much-anticipated GS F performance sedan, which combines a refined four-door package with the speed and agility of a premium sports car, The GS F will be the latest vehicle to join Lexus’ high-performance “F” line, which already includes the RC F coupe. Although the GS 350 F SPORT shares the same platform as the new GS F; they’re not to be confused. The GS F will have enhancements throughout, including its engine. Under the hood will be a responsive, naturally-aspirated 5.0-liter V8, that produces a remarkable 473PS (467hp)* at 7,100 rpm and peak torque of 53.7kgf-m (389 lb.-ft.) * at 4,800-5,600rpm. As powerful as the engine is, the DOHC 32-valve power-plant is also fuel efficient, incorporating the Atkinson cycle under driving conditions. Befitting the nature of this high performance sedan, the engine will be mated to a lightning quick eight-speed automatic gearbox with manual-shifting capabilities. Lexus’ innovative Torque Vectoring Differential (TVD); also found in the RC F, will be part of a long line of standard equipment that will make the GS F’s handling stand out from the crowd. The TVD features three operating modes: Standard, (default) providing a balance of agility and firmness; Slalom, emphasizing nimble steering response and agility; and Track, which enhances stability during high-speed circuit driving. The new GS F will offer drivers a very balanced sedan with genuine dual personality, equally adept at trimming lap times and the commute back home.
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arely if ever seen, outside of Europe, the Ferrari FF is a left-field coupe that has actually been around since 2011.In Europe this kind of shortened rear coupe is called shooting-brake. The Ferrari FF (FF meaning “Ferrari Four”, for four seats and four-wheel drive) has a top speed of 335 km/h (208 mph) and it accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds, thus making it one of the fastest production cars in the world. For now, the FF has a 6.3-liter V12 that produces 651 horsepower at 8,000 rpm and 504 lb-ft. of torque at 6,000 rpm. Mounted entirely aft of the front axle for optimal weight distribution – the transmission is located in the rear For 2016, the FF will see a its V12 engine rise in power from 660 brake horsepower (European power ratings.) to close to 700bhp in a 2016 refresh. For the uninitiated, the FF has four-wheel drive and a seven speed twin clutch auto transmission; however this will be replaced by a new eight speed auto transmission. To further boost the sales volume of the unique all-wheel drive 2+2-seater, Ferrari is expected to offer an ‘entry-level’ FF powered by a twin-turbo V8, borrowed from Ferrari California T and new 2015 Ferrari M458-T.
Prestigious design award for new Kia Sorento
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ia Motors continues to reel in awards for its outstanding design. Now the Kia Sorento, the brand’s flagship SUV, has received the prestigious ‘iF Design Award’ for the first time. The new Kia Sorento is a stylish and practical SUV with exceptional versatility and practicality. The smoother, swept-back profile and deeply sculpted surfaces provides great versatility, high-tech features and new all-wheel-drive system The jury of the globally-recognized design awards program honoured the third generation of the Sorento, which goes on sale globally in Q1 2015, with an award in the ‘Product’ category. As well as awarding the car for the overall quality of its design, the jury rated the car on criteria such as finish, degree of innovation, environmental impact and safety. The all-new Kia Sorento is the seventh Kia model to secure an iF Design Award. In every year since 2010, at least one of the coveted awards has been scooped by Kia Motors, with previous winners from the brand including the Kia Venga, Sportage, Optima, Picanto, pro_cee’d The new Kia Sorento was developed by the Kia design team in Namyang, Korea, assisted by the Kia Design Centers in Frankfurt, Germany and Irvine, California.
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ISSISSAUGA - Subaru Rally Team Canada (SRTC) victoriously completed the first round of the 2015 Canadian Rally Championship (CRC), Rallye Perce-Neige, in Maniwaki, QC. Seven-time CRC driver champion, Antoine L’Estage, and three-time CRC co-driver champion, Alan Ockwell, quickly felt out the all-new 2015 Subaru WRX STI and continuously got quicker throughout the event. The first outing of the 2015 CRC for SRTC was highlighted with fantastic results, capturing 14 stage wins, out of a possible 16, and being welcomed on the podium with two other Subaru siblings. A total of eight Subarus finished in the top 10 at the 50th Anniversary event of the Rallye Perce-Neige. With its own challenges, Rallye Perce-Neige had rough conditions with extreme cold and snow-covered roads, while also playing host to a reunion of sorts with a grouping of seasoned rally veterans all competing for the title. The snow-covered roadways tested new vehicles and teams throughout the entire day, with some facing more hardships than others. L’Estage and Ockwell quickly found their groove being in a new vehicle and did not miss a beat. The 2015 Subaru WRX STI that SRTC competed with was a completely new vehicle painstakingly prepared and built from the ground up for weeks on-end by Rocket Rally Racing for the 2015 season. SRTC’s previous vehicle was damaged severely after an unfortunate ending to the 2014 CRC season at Rally of the Tall Pines, just two months ago.
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All-new Fiat 500X Crossover, Starting at $21,495 MSRP
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n the heels of the FIAT brand’s return to Super Bowl advertising Canadian pricing for the allnew 2016 Fiat 500X has been announced. Arriving in the Canadian market in the second quarter of 2015, the crossover will start at $21,495 MSRP. The all-new Fiat 500X combine’s iconic Italian style with functionality, performance and available all-wheeldrive confidence. The vehicle is available in five trim levels. The Pop, Sport and Lounge models feature the refined Italian style and design of the FIAT brand with a more urban appearance. The base Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the 2016 Fiat 500X starts at $21,495 to $32,690 In North America, the all-new Fiat 500X is available with the fuel-efficient 1.4-litre MultiAir Turbo engine paired with a six-speed manual transmission, with an output of 160 horsepower and 184 lb.-ft. of torque. The available 2.4-litre Tigershark MultiAir engine produces 180 horsepower and 175 lb.-ft. of torque, and is paired exclusively to a nine-speed automatic transmission. A disconnecting rear axle allows for reduced parasitic loss when available all-wheel-drive capability is not needed, improving fuel efficiency. The Dynamic Selector system allows the driver to choose from three modes (Auto, Sport and Traction +) for the most suitable vehicle configuration for different driving conditions. Loaded with technology and convenience, the Fiat 500X is available with features like Uconnect 6.5 radio with a 6.5-inch high-resolution touchscreen and navigation, Bluetooth streaming audio, a 3.5-inch colour thin-film transistor (TFT) cluster display, Keyless Enter ‘n Go with remote start, and heated front seats and steering wheel. The all-new Fiat 500X is crafted at the Melfi plant in Italy.
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he 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander compact sport utility, with its subtle styling update for a more daring execution up front, will also be on display. The 2015 Outlander’s new, all-black front fascia and bumper produce a fresh, integrated look, complemented by restyled, silver skid plates and all-black mouldings that arch around the wheel well. Available with 2.4-litre, four-cylinder, or 3.0-litre V-6 MIVEC engines (six-cylinder power a rarity among compact SUVs in Canada), the 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander offers Super All-Wheel Control – Mitsubishi’s sophisticated AWC system with added torque vectoring capabilities – essentially managing under/over steer and superior traction by providing torque to the front wheels on a left-to-right basis in addition to AWC’s front-to-back. As well, the GT Priceline includes advanced safety technologies such as Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Departure Warning and Forward Collision Mitigation. Three four-cylinder Outlander ES price lines start at $25,998 (2WD) while V-6 Outlander SE and GT-AWC (with six-speed auto), start at $31,198 and $36,198. The 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander received a Top Safety Pick+ rating by the IIHS – the highest safety award designation offered by the organization – because of the availability of Forward Collision Mitigation technology that alerts drivers to a potential frontal collision with visual and audio alerts and automatically applies emergency braking to reduce the severity of the collision or help avoid it altogether. Starting in February, top-of-the-line Mitsubishi RVR price lines (GT and SE Limited Edition) will feature a larger four-cylinder engine with 2.4 litres of displacement; the current 2.0-litre engine will continue with RVR ES, SE 2WD and 4WD price lines. The 2.4-litre, 16-valve DOHC, 168-hp, aluminum four-cylinder MIVEC engine is the same power plant available in Mitsubishi Lancer AWC models and arrives in RVR GT and SE Limited Edition as part of a mid-year model enhancement. Mitsubishi’s decision to offer two powertrains for RVR was born from the engineering team’s desire to strike a balance of fuel efficiency and power – as well as offering a broader choice to consumers. On highway driving, for instance, Mitsubishi RVR 2.0-litre 2WD achieves
7.3 L/100 km. Now in its fifth year in Canada, the U.S.-made RVR was the best-selling Mitsubishi in Canada in 2013 and narrowly missed the same title in 2014 (edged by the Lancer family of sedans). In the United States where RVR is known as Outlander Sport, the model was the company’s top seller in 2014. Starting MSRP for the 2015 Mitsubishi RVR is $19,998 for the ES 2WD. Four RVR SE price lines are available including two 2WD versions (starting at $22,298) and two AWC price lines (starting at $25,698). RVR GT is only available with AWC and Sportronic CVT with paddle shifters and begins at $29,398. For 2015, the Mitsubishi RVR has been named an IIHS Top Safety Pick for the fourth consecutive year. Mitsubishi Motors’ newest model and first subcompact in Canada, Mirage is one of Canada’s lowest priced subcompacts: A consumer cash discount for the balance of the 2015 model year brings the starting MSRP of a new, 2015 Mirage ES to $9,998. For 2015, Mirage is available with the “Plus Package” on ES price lines – inclusive of air conditioning, keyless entry, Bluetooth hands-free capability with voice control and power rear windows. A hatchback with a functional, well-appointed, five-passenger interior, Mirage achieves leading fuel efficiency (5.3 L/100 km on the highway for CVT models) by way of its 1.2-litre, all-aluminum, in-line three-cylinder engine. A sculpted, smooth aerodynamic hatchback design contributes to an impressive .28 coefficient of drag. The world’s first mass-produced, all-electric car, Mitsubishi i-MiEV continues as a 2014 model with a new, lower price. Available in ES designation, i-MiEV carries a new, reduced MSRP of $27,998. New model year i-MiEVs will be arriving in March. Mitsubishi vehicles are backed by the best warranty in the world, lending itself to the company’s new Canadian brand statement: Built Better, Backed Better. With the exception of i-MiEV, Lancer Ralliart and Evolution, all Mitsubishi vehicles sold in Canada receive a 10-year or 160,000-km limited powertrain warranty and a five-year or 100,000-km limited new vehicle warranty along with five years, unlimited mileage roadside assistance.
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BMW’s New 2015 X4 xDrive 35i is a stylish alternative to a traditional SUV
-By Veeno Dewan
The new BMW X4 is a recently launched Sports Activity Coupe that complements the company’s larger X6 luxury crossover utility vehicle. The BMW X4 offers unique styling, but is immediately recognizable from the front aspect due to its twin kidney grille and halo effect head lamps. The sleek coupe- like side profile features an aerodynamic body with a high beltline and a distinctive character line running alongside the body. Sporty, aggressive styling is prominent from the front aspect thanks to the big air vents, scoops and wide track. Currently there are two X4 trim levels available in Canada; the X4 xDrive 28i arriving with a 2.0-litre turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine producing 241 horsepower and 258 footpounds of torque and the X4 xDrive 35i powered by a 3.0-litre turbocharged inline six-cylinder producing 300 horsepower and 300 foot-pounds of torque. Both versions arrive with a superb eight-speed automatic transmission and BMW’s well-proven xDrive all-wheel-drive system. Our tester was the X4 xDrive 35i with as standard features including: All-Wheel-Drive, Driving Experience Control, Brake Energy Regeneration, Automatic Start / Stop, Hill Descent Control, iDrive with 6.5-inch display, body coloured -bumpers, mirrors, door handles and lower trim, twin stainless chrome exhaust tips, power tailgate, ambient lighting, heated steering wheel, luggage compartment sliding cover, power heated front sport seats, Nevada leather seating, automatic dual-zone climate control, 9-speaker sound system, AM/FM/CD/MP3 with USB Audio Integration and Bluetooth streaming and 40/20/40 split rear seat. Also featured is central locking, alarm, privacy glass, Bi-xenon automatic headlights, adaptive taillights, LED fog lights, 20-inch aluminum wheels, power windows and locks, cruise control. Safety features include Advanced Head Protection System, full complement of airbags, heated side mirrors, heated windshield washer jets, rain sensing wipers, tire pressure monitoring system, Dynamic Traction Control, Dynamic Stability Control, Options included on our Melbourne Red tester comprising the Premium Package ($5,300) – which includes Comfort Access, Rear view camera, auto-dimming exterior mirrors, Park Distance Control (front and rear), Lights Package, Surround View, BMW On-Board Navigation, SiriusXM Satellite Radio. Also added was the; Executive Package ($2,800) and the Technology packages. The Executive package features: lumbar support, heated rear seats, Head up Display and the Harmon / Kardon sound system. The Technology Package ($1,500) offers – Active Blind Spot Detection, Lane Departure and Collision Warning, Metallic paint ($895) and Speed Limit Information ($350). Also on the options list was the BMW ConnectedDrive Services Prof with ARTTI ($500) – that includes BMW Online, Advanced Real Time Traffic Information (ARTTI), Concierge Services, Remote Services, Internet, BMW Apps, and Convenience Telephony with Extended Smartphone Connectivity. Pricing for the 2015 X4 xDrive35i starts at $54,950 plus $2,095 for freight and pre-delivery prep. Our Melbourne Red metallic tester added an additional $895 plus $13,600 of options
for a total as-tested MSRP of $69,445 plus freight. The X4 interior features a high quality passenger cabin that offers superb comfort, luxury and space. It is a true five seater and offers a decent backseat, with enough headroom for six-footers in the rear passenger compartment. Yet another cool interior option is the $300 Storage Compartment Package that includes luggage nets on the front seatbacks, under the centre console on the passenger side and on the left side of the cargo area, plus two cargo rails with four fastening points on the cargo area floor, a reversible cargo mat, various multipurpose hooks, and a tensioning strap. Up front, vision is excellent through the big windows. The heated leather sports seats are comfortable and supportive with well-padded bolsters for hard cornering. The dash is typical BMW – driver focused, with a meaty leather-wrapped heated steering wheel, excellent gauges, controls, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, rain-sensing wipers, dual zone automatic climate control, display audio with USB integration and Bluetooth connectivity, and a powered glass sunroof all add to the interior features, technology and comfort, Fit and finish of the high quality plastics, fabrics and leather is impressive, and there is good on-board storage. The rear seats fold down (40/20/40 split) to create an almost flat cargo area with a maximum load of 1,399 litres (49.4 cu ft). On the road, although the X4 is no lightweight at 1,873 kilograms, acceleration remains very fast. The turbocharged direct-injection 3.0-litre inline-six engine on the 35i delivers a very smooth 300 horsepower and 300 lb-ft of torque achievable from way down in the tach range and spools up progressively in BMW’s typically linear fashion. Grip is excellent through the corners thanks to BMW’s well-sorted xDrive all-wheel drive system. Meanwhile, the X4’s standard traction and stability control can be enhanced with BMW’s Performance Control that uses the standard dynamic stability control sensors and the four wheel disc braking system to variably distribute torque to the inside wheel during cornering for improved handling. Fast highway cruising is rewarding with the rush of torque, whilst the agile steering makes short work of crowded urban areas. Dynamic Damper Control, a $1,200 option is a handy feature that allows the driver adjusts the suspension between Comfort, Normal or Sport settings. Dynamic cruise control is standard too, as is the brand’s driver-selectable Driving Experience toggle switch with the Eco Pro setting to help the X4 with fuel economy. Natural Resources Canada fuel economy (L/100 km) 12.5 city; 8.7 highway. To sum up, the BMW X4 is premium branded, high quality alternative to a traditional boxy SUV and offer a lot of style. With the 3 liter engine, you get true sports sedan handling and the benefit of All Wheel Drive. No real negatives to speak off…after all it is a BMW. It gets expensive with options, but nothing new here. However there is the less expensive X4 xDrive28i and the X3 and X1 SAV’s if you need something smaller. 2015 BMW X4 xDrive35i. Priced from $54,950 plus options taxes, freight and Pre-delivery preparation.
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ickup trucks are still an important segment for the major automakers in the US and Canada. Case in point – in terms of its market presence, the auto industry’s best- selling vehicle of any type, is the venerable Ford F150 full-size pickup truck. And for 2015/16, the pickup sector goes from strength to strength. Ford’s new lightweight, aluminum bodied F-150 is eagerly awaited by the public, whilst General Motors have introduced the new mid-size all-new Chevrolet Canyon and GMC Colorado pickups; hoping to attract new customers. Not to be outdone, Toyota has a
new revised Tacoma truck coming and we can expect the new Dodge Ram Rebel to take on the new re-launched full- size Nissan Titan. Rumor also has it that Honda will redesign their Ridgeline unibody pickup, whilst Hyundai are also debuting a sleek new concept four- door sport pickup truck on the Auto show circuit that may yet be a game changer. Here is a look at what is on offer for the following year:
2016 Toyota Tacoma
Toyota is planning to revitalize the midsize truck segment with the introduction of the all-new 2016
Tacoma. The new Tacoma will be lighter thanks to new production processes and powered by a 2.7-litre four-cylinder engine and an all-new, segment-first 3.5-litre Atkinson cycle V6 equipped with Toyota’s D-4S technology, featuring both direct and port fuel injection. Both engines will be paired to a new six-speed automatic transmission with electronic shift delivering quick and easy shifting. The V6 can also be mated to a new six-speed manual transmission. The new powertrain makes the Tacoma more
AUTO TRENDS WEEKLY powerful and fuel efficient than ever before. Inspired by desert racing, CALTY designers in Newport Beach, Calif. and Ann Arbor, Michigan made the new Tacoma all about recreational action and athletic agility. To achieve this, the new Tacoma’s wheel flares are strong and muscular for greater wheel travel and the high-lift image reflects its purposeful capability. Four new wheel designs range from 16 to 18 inches. The front end portrays an aggressive attitude with its bold upper grille and a taller, more muscular hood. Mounted high
All-New Ford F-150 Raptor
Ford, America’s truck leader introduces the all-new F-150 Raptor – the ultimate high-performance off-road pickup in the company’s lineup. Ford has reengineered every part of the F-150 Raptor to make it the toughest, smartest, most capable off-roader – and more efficient than ever. The all-new Raptor starts with a purpose-built frame – the backbone of the truck – that is the strongest in the F-150 lineup, featuring more high-strength steel than the outgoing Raptor. Forged from high-strength, military-grade, aluminum alloy that helps save more than 500 pounds of weight, Raptor’s exterior design is inspired by Ford’s performance heritage in offroad racing that includes Best in the Desert, Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series and the famous Baja 1000. Raptor is powered by Ford’s new, second-generation 3.5-litre EcoBoost® engine that produces more power with greater efficiency than the current 6.2-litre V8, which is rated at 411 horsepower and 434 lb.-ft. of torque. The high-output 3.5-litre EcoBoost is a Raptor exclusive in the F-150 lineup. It will be paired with an all-new 10-speed transmission for improved efficiency. The all-new Raptor will be built at Dearborn Truck Plant, and goes on sale fall 2016.
Nissan Titan Full-Size Pickup Truck
nd 2016 above the clamp-shaped bumper sits slim, high technology headlights that feature projection beam lamps with available LED Daytime Running Lights.
Nissan is investing in the Titan brand with an all-new tough and rugged design with a focus on true work truck capabilities and premium materials and quality. The first of the new Titan models, the 2016 Titan XD Crew Cab, is projected to go on sale at Nissan dealers nationwide in late 2015. The Titan XD creates a new class of pickup with the effortless towing and hauling of the larger, more expensive heavy-duty trucks – including an available maximum towing capacity of more than 12,000 pounds and maximum payload of 2,000 pounds (when properly equipped) – yet has the fuelefficiency* and affordability of half-ton pickups. It is powered by the new Cummins 5.0L V8 Turbo Diesel rated at 310 horsepower and hefty 555 lb-ft of torque. The second-generation Titan will also be offered in additional cab, bed, powertrain and model configurations, and increasing Titan’s market segment coverage. Other Titan bed features include the popular spray-on bedliner, flush-mounted LED bedrail lighting, cargo and tailgate lamps, 120-volt in-bed access and a damped tailgate that is light to lift and smoothly damped when lowering.
2015 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon –New mid-size pickups General Motors introduce not one, but two new mid- size pickups trucks for 2015/16. The 2015 Chevrolet Colorado pickup will offer standard features that will include a 200-horsepower 2.5L four-cylinder engine with direct fuel injection and con-
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tinuously variable valve timing for strong midrange torque; a 6-speed manual transmission; power windows with express Available options will include a 305-horsepower 3.6L V-6, also with direct fuel injection and variable valve timing; a 6-speed automatic transmission; 4G LTE with a built-in WiFi hotspot; Forward Collision Alert and Land Departure Warning; and the GearOn™ accessory system, a comprehensive solution for organizing and carrying bikes, paddle boards and other equipment. Colorado customers can chose from two cab configurations, extended-cab and crew-cab. Crew-cab Colorados will offer a choice of 5- or 6-foot boxes; extended-cab models come with the 6-foot box. Standard equipment on the 2015 GMC Canyon includes the 2.5L I-4 Direct Injected engine, rated at 200 horsepower, signature light-emitting diode, or LED, lighting, four-way power driver’s seat, CornerStep rear bumper, and 16-inch aluminum wheels. Available options include the 3.6L V-6 engine with direct injection and variable valve timing, a six-speed automatic transmission, Bose premium seven-speaker audio system, and the GearOn™ accessory system, a comprehensive solution for organizing and carrying bikes, kayaks and other equipment. Canyon customers will have multiple cab and bed configurations to choose from, including extended cab models with a 6-foot 2-inch box, or crew cab models with either the 6-foot 2-inch or a 5-foot 2-inch box.
2015 Dodge Ram Rebel.
The new 2015 Ram 1500 Rebel brings a one-of-a-kind off-road design to the full-size truck segment. New exterior design highlights include an all-new grille with prominent billet silver “RAM” letter badge. Departing from the brand’s iconic “crosshair” designs, the blacked-out Rebel grille tops a completely new black off-road front bumper design Rebel is available exclusively as a crew cab model with 5-ft. 7-inch bed length. Both 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 and 5.7-liter HEMI powertrains are offered, as is a choice of either 4X2 (HEMI only) or 4X4 configurations. RamBox is optional. The 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine (Ward’s 10 Best Engines Award winner three years in a row) with variable-valve timing (VVT) offers 305 horsepower, 269 lb.-ft. of torque and best-inclass gasoline fuel economy The legendary 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 with fuel-saving cylinder shutoff and VVT provide 395 horsepower and 410 lb.-ft. of torque is also available. HEMI-powered Ram 1500 Rebel trucks are available in 4x2 or 4x4 powertrains with 3.92 or 3.21 gear ratios. When equipped with the 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine, Rebel is available in 4x4 only with a 3.92 gear ratio, allowing the engine to leverage its power and torque. The Dodge Rebel goes on sale early in the second half of 2015.
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he 2015 Acura RLX is the Acura lines flagship super- luxury sedan Replacing the outgoing Acura RL sedan, the new RLX is a sleek, modern car that looks impressively expensive. The wide expansive sheet metal, steep windshield and the signature striking-looking “Jewel-eye” headlights will make the car stand out. The two rows of four LED elements seem to sparkle and shine even in daylight and attracted many comments. The lights flank a neater version of Acura’s current corporate grille. The body profile of the RLX is otherwise without any controversy with its deep flanks, aerodynamics bodyside character line and beautiful detailing and chrome trim. The rear of the RLX is also neat and tidy with large, nice looking rear light clusters that have LED outlines surrounding them. Attractive 19-inch rims alloy wheels shod in 245/40-sized tires complete the look.
The RLX befitting its flagship status arrives in a limited number of trim lines, three namely: the $49,990 base, the $55,990 Tech and the $62,190 Elite. The Acura RLX is powered by a new direct-injection SOHC 3.5 L i-VTEC V6 engine, generating 310 hp and 272 lb.-ft torque. The standard transmission is a six speed automatic unit with optional paddle shifter control. The Hybrid SH-AWD model we tested pairs an electric motor with the 3.5-litre, V-6 driving the front wheels through a seven-speed dual-clutch automated gearbox. There is also a pair of electric motors in the rear of the car driving each rear wheel. The 377-horsepower Acura RLX Sport Hybrid SH-AWD luxury-performance sedan is the first vehicle to deploy Acura’s new three-motor hybrid powertrain technology – a world first and similar powertrain will also power the Acura NSX supercar when it comes to market. Acura’s excellent torque-
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o recap, the Dodge Journey is a five or seven seater crossover with three seat rows and excellent storage and family versatility. Power is provided by a 2.4 liter four cylinder engine or a bigger 3. 6 Liter V6 unit linked to a six speed autobox. The Journey arrives with a very good assortment of standard equipment. Even base Journey’s feature such goodies as Chrysler’s excellent Uconnect 4.3inch touchscreen system that controls audio, Bluetooth, and other functions. It also comes with: intelligent keyless entry, Parking sensors, cruise control, garage door opener. The latest 2015 Dodge Journey comes in a number of packages plus the new Crossroad AWD model which was the sub-
ject of this test drive. The Crossroad packages adds: black gloss grille, fog lamps, Dual bright exhaust tips, platinum satin chrome side roof rails, 19 inch hyperblack wheels and LED taillights and a host of interior features. Our 2015 Redline Pearl Crossroad Edition tester arrived with optional features such as remote start, keyless entry, automatic headlights, Nevada black leather seats, leatherwrapped steering wheel, heated steering wheel, power locks, heated mirrors and windows, satellite radio, CD/DVD/ MP3 player, USB and auxiliary input, heated front seats, air conditioning and more Our Crossroad tester was also equipped with options such
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2015 Dodge Journey Crossroads Edition 2015 Acura RLX Sport Hybrid Bluetooth connection is easy. The, screen also doubles for the Garmin-powered navigation system, and backup camera. An optional subwoofer powered upgraded audio system is offered along with a three-zone climate control, and optional rear seat entertainment Seats are large and comfortable and the rear second row is roomy. The third row seats are really for kids and smaller, more agile adults. Stow the third row away and you have 1,122 litres of cargo space behind the second row of seats. With the third row of seats up, trunk space decreases to 303 Litres. With the second and third row stowed away, a massive 1,915 L of cargo space is usable. The family appeal is also helped by such clever features as the optional built-in booster seats in the second row for children that can be stowed away when not in use, and the easy way all the seat are so easy to flip up or down. On the road, the Journey Crossroad AWD is powered by a 3.6L V6 with 283 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque which is better than the as standard four cylinder mill which would be a tad underpowered with a full load I think. The V6 does have a penalty in fuel economy, but the extra performance and power is worth it. Handling is good with the suspension providing good comfort. Fuel To sum up, there not many downsides- the Dodge Journey offers a Family-friendly crossover that’s fantastic value. You can start at a competitively priced $19,995 for a base Journey and progress right up to a super –luxury premium equipped model at over $41,000 with something for everyone in between. Need the space of a Minivan, but not the bulk? Look no further. Well recommended. 2015 Dodge Journey Crossroad Edition. Price (base) $35,395. Price as tested with all options, taxes and Destination charge ($1,695) was $41,085.
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