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2011 Hyundai Sonata US Pricing
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, California — The 2011 Hyundai Sonata remains in the under-$20,000 sweet spot. Pricing for the redesigned sedan was announced on Monday. The 2011 Sonata GLS starts at $19,915, including a $720 destination charge, slotting it below the 2010 Toyota Camry and 2010 Honda Accord.
The base 2010 Camry, which is part of the Japanese automaker's massive throttle recall, starts at $20,145, including a $750 destination charge. The base 2010 Honda Accord LX starts at $21,765, including a $710 destination charge.
The most expensive model in the lineup is the 2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited with a navigation package, which tops out at $28,115, including shipping. The sporty 2011 Hyundai Sonata SE model starts at $23,315, including shipping.
Hyundai raised the price of the base Sonata by $495 over the outgoing 2010 model.
The base 2011 Sonata GLS is equipped with a 198-horsepower 2.4-liter inline-4 linked to a six-speed manual transmission. The "Popular Equipment package," which bundles 16-inch alloy wheels, a power driver seat, chrome interior door handles and other features, adds $750 to the bottom line. Options on the 2011 Sonata SE model include a $2,600 navigation and sunroof package.
HIGHLIGHTS FOR 2011 SONATA
- All-new sixth generation Sonata midsize sedan
- Bold Fluidic Sculpture design
- All four-cylinder engine lineup meets smart customer demands
- Launches with new Theta II 2.4-liter gasoline direct injection (GDI) engine and in-house six-speed automatic transmission
- Class-leading fuel economy of 24 mpg city/35 mpg highway
- Class-leading 198 horsepower standard (200 horsepower on SE trim)
- Built in America at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama
- XM Satellite Radio, real-time XM NavTraffic, XM Data Services, touchscreen navigation and iPod/USB inputs
- Segment first: HD Radio Technology with multicasting
- Segment first: Standard Bluetooth
GLS: WELL EQUIPPED WITH A WIDE RANGE OF OPTIONS
Sonata GLS I4 M/T - $19,195
- 2.4L GDI four-cylinder producing 198 HP
- Six-speed manual transmission
- 16-inch steel wheels with full covers
- ESC/TCS/ABS/TPMS
- Front active head restraints
- Front, front seat side and curtain airbags
- Bodycolor front grille
- Chrome window belt-line moldings
- Tilt and telescopic steering wheel with cruise and audio controls
- Metalgrain interior accents
- AM/FM/XM/CD/MP3 with iPod/USB and Aux input jacks
- Remote keyless entry and alarm
- Power windows, locks, heated mirrors
- Air conditioning
- Advanced trip computer with custom settings
- Integrated Bluetooth with phonebook transfer
- Eco indicator
- Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
Sonata GLS I4 A/T – $20,195
(In addition to or in place of Sonata GLS I4 M/T equipment):
- Six-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC
- Popular Equipment Package - $750
- 16-inch alloy wheels
- Power driver seat
- Driver's lumbar support
- Chrome interior door handles
- Leatherette interior panel door inserts
- Automatic light control
- Popular Equipment Package plus Navigation - $1,700
- Requires Popular Equipment Package
- Navigation system with high-resolution touchscreen display
- Dimension premium speakers, subwoofer/external amplifier
SE: SPORTY FEATURES AND DRIVING DYNAMICS
Sonata SE I4 A/T - $22,595
(In addition to or in place of Sonata GLS I4 A/T equipment):
- 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine producing 200 HP
- Six-speed automatic with steering wheel mounted paddle shifters
- 18-inch Hyper Silver alloy wheels with performance tires
- Dark chrome front grille
- Chrome exterior door handles
- Sport-tuned suspension and steering
- Sport seats featuring leather bolsters with cloth inserts
- Proximity entry with push button start
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
- Front fog lights
- Dual exhaust
- Navigation and Sunroof Package - $2,600
- Power sunroof with tilt and slide
- Navigation system with high-resolution touchscreen display
- Dimension premium speakers, subwoofer/external amplifier
LIMITED: PREMIUM MODEL FOR BUYERS DESIRING LEATHER AND OTHER UPSCALE FEATURES
Sonata Limited I4 A/T - $25,295
(In addition to or in place of Sonata SE I4 A/T equipment; excluding SE sport-tuned suspension):
- 2.4L GDI four-cylinder producing 198 HP
- Leather seating surfaces with heated front and rear seats
- Dual automatic temperature control
- Auto-dimming mirror/HomeLink/compass
- Premium door sill plates/"Limited" badge
- In-dash six-disc CD-changer
- HD Radio technology with multicasting
- Dimension premium speakers, subwoofer/external amplifier
- 17-inch alloy wheels with standard tire
- Side mirror turn signal indicators
- Power tilt and slide sunroof
- Unique interior accents (Piano Black or Woodgrain)
- Floor console mounted rear vents
- Navigation Package - $2,100
- Navigation system with high-resolution touchscreen display (replaces six-disc CD changer)
- Rear backup camera
- Infinity premium speakers, subwoofer/external amplifier
- Deletes HD Radio Technology with multicasting
Mitsubishi ASX / RVR Pictures Leaked
Inspired by the Japanese firm's 2007 cX concept, the Mitsubishi RVR makes use of Mitsubishi's mid-size global platform, which also forms the basis for the Lancer and Outlander.
However, at 4.3 meters in length, the RVR is 365mm (14.4-in.) shorter than the current Outlander SUV.
The compact crossover model will be offered at launch with an all-new 1.8L MIVEC petrol engine + Euro 5 compliant 1.8-liter turbocharged diesel with direct-injection and star-stop technology that will be hooked up to a six-speed manual transmission.
Here are the scoops sourced from a leaked brochure of the RVR/ASX. Interior is typically Mitsubishi....uninspiring in comparison to Hyundai/Kias latest offerings.
Initial Pictures Of 2011 Kia Sportage
The Official pictures of the Sportage have been released. Stunning are words used to describe the new SUV from KIA. A vast improvident over the old sportage in terms of design and hopefully performance and frugality. Hints of volkswagen Tiguan can be seen from the front but it really does not matter to me as the overall design hits the sweetspot with me. Here are pictures of the new Kia Sportage in various colours.
According to Carscoop, the Kia Sportage like all recent Kias are design under the guidance of former Audi designer Peter Schreyer, the new Sportage carries the new Kia family look as seen on the Soul, Cadenza sedan and Sorento SUV, but it appears to have a more European flavor to it, with extra attention given to details.
The five-door crossover shares its platform with the also new Hyundai Tucson, known as the ix35 in Europe. It is longer and wider than the outgoing Sportage, something that should translate to improved cabin space.
We're still short on details about the engine range, but chances are that the 2011 Sportage will be offered with the same 2.0-liter and 2.4-liter four cylinder engines coupled to six-speed transmissions as the Tuscon in North America, while in Europe, it will most likely get the same 1.7-liter and 2.0 liter diesels, and 1.6-liter and 2.0-liter gasoline units as the iX35. Official launching will be carried out at the Geneva Motor Show.
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
2011 Audi A8 Wallpaper
2011 Audi A8 Front View
2011 Audi A8 Car Picture
2011 Audi A8 Side View
2011 Audi A8 Interior
2011 Audi A8 Wallpaper
2011 Audi A8 Rear View
2011 Audi A8 Image2010 Audi A8 Driven By Autocar UK
Autocar UK may be singing praises about the new Audi's flagship sedan but I got a very contrasting view of the Car from Paultan himself who utterly hates the car in terms of styling. Gotta agree on Paul overthere especially when it comes to the exterior. Lets see whether the Audi A8 excels in other department.
What is it?
The new Audi A8 - a car the German car confidently predicts will further enhance Audi’s reputation in the upper luxury ranks and help provide the basis for a further lift in volume to take its worldwide sales over the one million mark for the first time by the end of 2010.
In its previous three incarnations, Ingolstadt’s flagship saloon built up an impressive reputation for style, performance, quality and overall engineering prowess. So it is no great surprise to find these factors at the forefront of the fourth-generation A8 which is planned to go on sale in the UK in the spring.
But with highly regarded rivals like the Mercedes-Benz S-class, BMW 7-series, Jaguar XJ and Lexus LS460, it will need to do more than its predecessor to really make an impression on luxury car buyers in these economically straightened times.
In the metal it looks striking and far enough removed from its predecessor to leave you in no doubt that it is a brand new model. The exterior styling is highly technical and full of subtle nuances that don’t really become apparent until you see it up close.
No official figure has been made for the car driven here, but Audi claims it hits the scales up to 200kg under that of its direct competitors.
At launch there will be three engines to choose from, including a 372bhp 4.2-litre V8 petrol unit in the A8 4.2 FSI and a 350bhp 4.2-litre V8 common rail diesel in the A8 4.2 TDI – the latter endowed with a whopping 590lb ft of torque. For our first drive, however, we’ve gone for the upgraded 250bhp 3.0-litre V6 diesel in the A8 3.0 TDI – a model, Audi says, will easily account for the majority of UK sales.
What’s it like?
In just about every criteria, the new A8 makes a very convincing case for itself. So much so, that it should now be considered an automatic inclusion on the short list of anyone in the market for an up-market four-door. Yes, it’s that good.
With 250bhp, the A8 3.0 TDI delivers enthusiastic performance, exceptional mechanical refinement and, thanks to new measures such as a new eight speed automatic gearbox, brake energy recuperation and a standard stop/start system, truly impressive levels of fuel economy.
As expected, the big new Audi’s best work is done at a steady cruise where the engine’s 405 lb ft of torque and the gearbox’s long gearing combined to provide relaxed and near silent progress at 75mph.
But although the A8 3.0 TDI encourages a measured driving style, it also possesses a good turn of speed through the gears. The upgraded engine is particularly impressive from 2000rpm through to 4000rpm, where it provides a satisfying surge of acceleration. With the gearbox in sport mode, kick down is quick and smooth.
The steering is characteristically light at low speeds for ease of maneuverability around town. But it weights up nicely at speed and, with the rack now mounted lower down in the engine bay and ahead of the engine, the responses are noticeably sharper off centre even if the ratio is much the same as before.
On urban roads the lack of tyre noise from its Pirelli P-Zero 255/45 R19s and suspension thump is truly first rate. Audi says it has focused a good deal of attention at improving ride quality and it is evident the moment you set off down the road for the first time and experience the terrific refinement. There’s a newfound air of control and quietness about the way the advanced underpinnings operate.
The A8 is different to most of its established luxury saloon rivals in that it feels better the harder you drive it. Find a deserted back road and you discover its body control is superb given the overall mass. You can confidently carry big speeds through to the apex and thanks to four-wheel drive there is sufficient front end purchase to give it a pleasingly neutral cornering character.
It is not until you really begin to throw it around that the limitations of sticking a heavy engine up ahead of the front axle line show through, and even then mild oversteer is quickly quelled by a long list of driver aids.
For all of the A8’s improved dynamic ability, however, it is the interior of the new Audi flagship that remains its biggest drawcard. No rival manages to combine such style, comfort and solidity. Read the rest of the entry here
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