Japanese Sport Cars: July 2011

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

2012 ford focus

One of Alan Mulally’s objectives since becoming CEO at Ford in 2006 has been to develop products on a worldwide basis. This sounds familiar, if only because another Ford CEO, Alex Trotman, did the same thing back in the 1990s. This approach resulted in products such as the Contour (not a rip-roaring success) and the original Focus (which was).

In between the Focus going on sale in the U.S. as a 2000 model and Mulally taking over, product development in Europe and North America took off in different directions. Hence, Europe was rewarded with a heavily reworked second-generation Focus in 2004. The next year, North America got a warmed-over version of the first-gen Focus sedan and hatchback.

Starting in early 2011, the Focus in both North America and Europe will be the same vehicle. This is to be applauded because there was a big gap between the European Focus and the machine sold here. The European car improved on the basic goodness of the original, with better interior quality and driving dynamics. The U.S. car essentially stayed put: The original Focus was good enough to be a C/D 10Best winner, but the competition moved on, leaving the current version dead last in a recent small-car comparo.

The 2012 Focus certainly looks terrific, especially in five-door form. The engineers and designers felt able to make the Focus sportier (by lowering its seating position and overall height) due to the upcoming C-Max—a tall-roof, five- or seven-seat derivative off this platform—that fulfills the family-car mission. Compared with the current U.S. Focus, the new car is 0.5 inch lower (at 58.1 inches tall) and 3.0 inches longer (178.0 inches overall), and it has a 1.3-inch-longer wheelbase (104.2 inches). The 2012 model’s dimensions are close to the current Euro car’s, save for a wider track and lower stance.

2012 Ford Mustang

On one hand, the 2012 Ford Mustang is a capable, even sophisticated coupe or convertible with a big range of talents, including 31-mpg highway fuel economy. On the other hand, it's a tire-smoking pony car rechristened last year with new powertrains and given a jolt of throwback goodness for this model year with the return of the Boss.
Mostly on the strength of the GT, the new Boss and the returning Shelby GT500, we're giving the Mustang a solid 8 out of 10 for its performance strengths, and even for its upscale luxury and tech features.

Last year, Ford brought back the "5.0" Mustang, with that displacement netting it 412 horsepower in the Mustang GT. Base models gained a new corporate 3.7-liter V-6 with 305 horsepower. The GT is our clear winner: it's a torque-happy engine with good throttle response and a sharp attitude, something the old modular V-8 strained to deliver even while it turned out decently competitive numbers.

2012 Ford Mustang

Volvo XC90 pictures

The Volvo XC90 is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV produced by Volvo Cars since it was unveiled at the Detroit Motor Show 2002. It is based on the P2 platform, shared with the first generation Volvo S80 and other large Volvo cars. As Volvo's top-selling vehicle in the United States, the XC90 was also Volvo's best selling model worldwide in 2005 with 85,994 cars sold.

Volvo XC90

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2012 mazda rx9

2012 Mazda RX-9 is the latest version of Mazda. It is a sports car that is powered through turbocharger 16X rotary engine that is paired with electric motor. The latest Mazda sports coupe is manufactured by the Japan automaker. The new Mazda RX-7 is redesigned and brought out after a decade. Its hybrid mechanism makes this sports car the speediest of all. It is expected to give good fuel efficiency.

2012 Mazda RX-7 is two door sports coupe and its design is based on Mazda's latest MX-5 roadster platform. The styling is taken from the 2006 Kabura concept. So one can expect the new Mazda RX-7 to come up with a long hood bearing, aggressive front, arched roof, and big wheels.

The latest new Mazda RX-7 is 170.0 inches in length, 70.0 inches in width, 52.5 inches in height. The base curb weight is 3,100 pounds. This sports car is structured on a set of big wheels that measures 17 or 18 inches with 5 spokes and a wheel base of 106.0 inches.

2012 mazda rx9

2012 Mitsubishi lancer

2012 Mitsubishi lancer

Maybach exelero mota Dollar car

But wait, you say: the original Exelero used a twin turbo V12 yanked from the Maybach 57S, and it only made 700 horsepower. What gives?
Here comes the bad news, boys and girls: the Exelero that Lamborghini Geneva will build you is based on the Dodge Viper, not anything that started life as a Maybach sedan. In fact, the company has yet to release pictures of a completed car, which doesn’t bode well for either build quality or public interest. No matter how you slice it, $670,000 is an awful lot of money to pay for a re-bodied Viper, especially when you can’t see one up close and personal. On second thought, maybe that Knight XV isn’t so ugly after all.

Maybach exelero

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Maybach exelero

2011 Chrysler 300C Executive Series door handle accents with a unique platinum chrome finish

The Chrysler 300C Executive Series will be distinguished by a chromed fascia, mirror, and door handle accents with a unique platinum chrome finish. The platinum chrome finish extends to the grille surround and the platinum-chrome sculpted grille. There is a Mochachino or Black Poltrona Frau "Foligno" leather-wrapped instrument panel, cluster brow, center console side panels, and upper front- and rear-door panels, which is combined with premium Nappa leather on the door armrest, bolster, and center console armrest. The less exciting technological options include power-adjustable pedals with memory, a power backlight sunshade, power-folding chromed exterior mirrors with memory, and auto-dimming and auto-tilt in Reverse.

With its latest generation 2011 Chrysler 300 sedan, Chrysler decided to launch several different variations of the car, each aimed at a very different target market. Engine options include either Chrysler’s now familiar 3.6-liter Pentastar, rated at 292 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque, or a 5.7-liter Hemi delivering 360 horsepower and 390 pound-feet of torque.

”Exclusive features include either Mochachino or Black Poltrona Frau “Foligno” leather-wrapped instrument panel, cluster brow, center console side panels and upper front- and rear-door panels. Premium Nappa leather covers the door armrest, bolster and center console armrest”

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2011 Honda Civic Hybrid Overviews

The 2011 Honda Civic Hybrid is the newest on the band of Civics, and this 2011 Honda Civic Hybrid analysis will ample you in on this budget-friendly automobile.

The 2011 Honda Civic Hybrid has a CD/CDR/CDRW/mp3 audio system, and along with the USB audio interface, you can easily enjoy your favorite tunes while you drive. This Civic hybrid has an available Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System, complete with voice recognition, which can help you with directions if ever you need any. The 2011 Honda Civic Hybrid, despite being a Civic, has a certain look that is distinguishes it from its predecessors. Honda's Integrated Motor Assist system consists of an ultra-efficient 1.3-liter, 8-valve i-VTEC 4-cylinder gasoline engine alongside a lightweight high-output electric motor, which definitely adds extra power to the 2011 Honda Civic Hybrid when needed. All 2011 Honda Civic Hybrid models have essential safety features such as side curtain airbags and dual-stage, multiple-threshold front air bags. The 2011 Honda Civic Hybrid is no ordinary car, that is for certain. Getting a 2011 Honda Civic Hybrid is not just a purchase of a new car, it is an investment that you will make.

The current Honda Civic Hybrid debuted for the 2006 model year and uses gasoline-electric hybrid technology to reach fuel economy ratings of 40/43 mpg city/highway. The Honda Civic Hybrid sedan looks as futuristic as the gas-powered models.
The Honda Civic Hybrid has an interesting-looking instrument cluster that's similar to the regular Civic's

Honda's electronic stability system is standard on the Honda Civic Hybrid.
In the Civic, IMA consists of a 93-horsepower, 1.3-liter four-cylinder, assisted by a 20-hp electric motor sandwiched between the engine and transmission, plus a battery pack located near the rear of the car. Visibly, it would take a true gearhead or hybrid car fan to identify the Civic Hybrid from a standard Honda Civic Sedan, at a distance. Standard-feature content in the 2011 Honda Civic Hybrid is impressive. Power locks and windows, along with automatic climate control, remote keyless entry, a tilt/telescope steering wheel, a 160-watt audio system with an aux jack, and steering-wheel audio controls are all included, and options include a rather antiquated navigation system, satellite radio, Bluetooth hands-free, and leather upholstery.

Tuesday, July 19, 2011

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2011 Renault Fluence Z.E electric vehicles reviews

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Recently the automaker’s attack on electric cartage goes on with the official advertisement of the 2011 Renault Fluence Z.E. Fluence is the third Renault archetypal of zero-emission lineups. The 2011 Renault Fluence Z.E priced at alone £17,850, makes the automaker’s dream on authoritative the agent an affordable electric car comes true.

Renault estimates that electric vehicles will account for 10 per cent of the world market by 2020. Renault Fluence Z.E. will be manufactured at the OYAK-Renault factory in Bursa, Turkey, on the same production line as the internal combustion engine-powered versions of Fluence. As the compact segment’s first three-box electric vehicle, it was imperative that Renault Fluence Z.E. should be recognizable at first glance. To distinguish it from the internal combustion engined-version, it comes with a package of specific features and details that unmistakably associate it with Renault’s electric vehicle range.

The design of the rear lights, which extend forward either side of the car, also contributes to the overall balance of Renault Fluence Z.E.’s lines. Several body colours are available, including Energy Blue, a new colour that is specific to Renault’s electric vehicle range.
Renault Fluence Z.E. is conclusive proof that electric vehicles do not have to be small, narrow and uncomfortable city cars with a limited touring ability.

Renault Fluence Z.E.’s interior is based on the same layout as the internal combustion-engined version. Renault Fluence Z.E. targets families looking for a spacious, comfortable vehicle, and total boot space amounts to 300dm3 (VDA/ISO). The electric version of Renault Fluence is likely to figure on the shopping list of many fleet operators thanks to its low running costs.

The front suspension setting is softer, since electric motors are lighter than all the internal combustion engines available for Fluence. • Tyres
Renault Fluence Z.E. runs on low rolling resistance tyres. On the passive safety front, Renault Fluence Z.E.’s body structure has been strengthened in order to deliver the same high standard of safety performance as the shorter and consequently lighter internal combustion-engined version.