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2019 New Subaru Forester MSRP Features, Interior, Price and Release Date

2019 New Subaru Forester MSRP

It has been so many years since the first Subaru Forester has come out. Back in 1997, it started it legacy. At that time car companies were just blooming to say the least, and new technologies were being introduced. Since that time, The Subaru Forester has seen four generations of updations and alterations. And now this is time for the fifth generation to shine.

The fifth generation was first shown at the 2018 New York International Auto Show. It was claimed to be the most roomiest, most capable and the most versatile among all the generations of Forester ever made. This fifth generation will be bringing all the right things any person wants – nice new style, huge space, a bit more power to run and finally the safety to back it all up.

2019 New Subaru Forester Engine and Specifications

It was said that the new Forester will deliver great driving pleasure, superb agility and crash protection, as well as ride comfort and quietness. All of these will be powered by 2.5 litre “Boxer” engine which has 4 cylinders.

This engine is totally upgraded from the earlier one by adding features like automatic start and stop, direct fuel injection, a ratio whose compression is higher and finally an active valve control system.

The engine puts out about 182 BHP of power along with 176 pound-feet of torque. Both are slightly higher than the previous version of the engine. The Forester’s gearbox runs on CVT (Continuous Variable Transmission) otherwise known as automatic transmission, giving better acceleration than before and thus churning out 33 MPG (Miles Per Gallon) of mileage.

There is also an All Wheel Drive system which is one of Subaru’s most important feature.

2019 New Subaru Forester Top Speed: Since the car is using an inline-4 engine, the maximum top speed that it is capable of is 130 MPH.

2019 New Subaru Forester Interior, Exterior and Features

Firstly, the exterior of the car will get a total makeover. It is a tall modern crossover with block type shapes and hard lines to complement the overall look. The whole car is getting a total rugged look. The front headlights are extended to the front fenders, along with LED lighting which is standard across the whole range.

There’s Subaru’s main hexagonal grille design surrounded prominently by chrome, high-gloss black and silver trim can be found elsewhere on the vehicle. 

The car has longer wheelbase along with high ground clearance and underbody protection. There are standard roof rails on all variants, except the base variant, and the wheels of the car are sized between 17 to 18 inches.

  2019 New Subaru Forester Interior,

Coming to the interiors, the whole layout is now updated. This version is definitely the most roomiest and frankly the most quietest Forester yet produced. The car comes with new front heated seats, along with extra cargo space that provides very easier loading.

The floor is fully dirt and scruff resistant, combined with latest features for safety, like the all new DriverFocus technology. It has all the remote features, that is carried on also with the standard 6.5 inch multimedia screen which can be upgraded to 8.0 inches. Includes voice recognition as well.

Apart from that, various other features like Dodge Challenger  and Android Auto is supported, there is keyless entry including various other optional features like lane change assist, automatic braking, blind spot detection, etc.

2019 New Subaru Forester Variants

There will be three variants of the Forester – Sport, Limited and Touring. They will all come with a feature known as X Mode driving, that helps driving in conditions like snow, dirt or mud. The sport version though will include various other features like better aesthetics, extra interior bits, etc.

2019 New Subaru Forester Price and Release Date

Subaru hasn’t yet revealed any official pricing for the new Forester, but it is expected to start around the same as the previous one, which is $22,795. The new 2019 Subaru Forester is expected to reach most dealerships and showrooms by late 2018.

Also See: 2019 Toyota RAV4 Concept, Design and Rumors

Conclusion

Sometimes, it’s hard to design a successor that will be both stunning in terms of performance as well as looks and feature. And Subaru have done brilliantly in that regard, there’s no doubt regarding that.

They have excelled in every department you can possibly think of – they’ve improved the engine, they’ve improved the interiors and exteriors and added a whole bunch of new features. And that too for the same asking price as that of before.

Honestly, this is exactly what innovation and creativity looks like when bundled together, and there’s no stopping Subaru from exceeding expectations with the 2019 Forester.

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2019 Honda Insight Features, Engine, Interiors, Price and Release Date

Honda Insight is back after a few years, but this time as a Sedan. The car made its debut at Detroit Auto Show a few days ago in production prototype form, and what it had to show was impressive. You may be interested in finding out everything about this upcoming Honda hybrid, so I decided to provide you all that info in one place. Let’s dive into details now without wasting any more time.

2019 Honda Insight Features

Honda wants to ensure that this is its best Insight ever, so it’s going to load this upcoming sedan with a wide range of features. Those features will include:

Honda LaneWatch

Lane departure warning

Road departure mitigation

Adaptive cruise control with low-speed flow for traffic jams

Collision mitigation braking system

Traffic sign recognition

Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration

As you can see, this is a lengthy list including almost every major feature provided by modern cars. With almost all big features in the list, we can safely assume that other minor but nice to have features will also be present in this car.

Honda Insight Powertrain (Engine and Transmission System)

The new Honda Insight Sedan will be powered by a 1.5 liter Atkinson Cycle Engine, an electric motor and a lithium-ion battery. Under most conditions Insight will run on electric power alone, using the engine as a generator only. When it comes to transmission, Honda Insight will have a multi-mode direct drive setup. That is, the electric motor of the car will operate on its own single ratio while the engine will use another ratio to provide higher speeds of driving.

Honda Insight 2019 Interior

The rear seats of Honda Insight will be foldable in a 60/40 fashion. Batteries will be housed under those seats so no compromises need to be done on trunk space. The size of the cabin can be expected to remain around that of new Honda Accord. Honda has promised to provide class-leading space and comfort in this new Insight, so we can expect a lot of room inside.

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Perforated leather seating, plenty of legroom for the rear seat, premium quality plastic and a wide center console will be the major highlights of this car’s interior. The center console is likely to be divided into a 7-inch instrument cluster for the driver and an 8-inch infotainment screen.

Honda Insight 2019 Price

The price of Honda Insight hasn’t been revealed yet, as it will be announced at the time of sales this fall. However, I expect it to start at $30,000, as Accord Hybrid and Charity PHEV will be positioned above it. So given its specs, powertrain, interior and other features a price tag around $30,000 will be a reasonable choice for the company.

Release Date

Honda Insight 2019 will reach the showrooms sometime around the end of this year. That will make it truly a 2019 model. Yes, there’s a lot of time in it, but in the meantime, more details about it will continue to emerge to satisfy our curiosity!

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2018 Nissan Pathfinder Specs, Features, Price, and Release Date

Nissan Pathfinder is a new upcoming SUV car which might be launch in 2018. This is a 7 passenger car with a gorgeous interior and sporty exterior look. This is an Auto transmission type Car with 3.5 Litre V6 direct injection engine. The engine is covered with “V-Motion” Grille and a more Aggressive engine hood. You can get daytime LED running lights LED headlights also. The engine has 284 horsepower which 20 more than earlier and 259 lb.-ft. The new Pathfinder comes up with Xtronic Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) system which includes D-step logic control. So on road, it will provide you the best experience while driving this car. Some of the best intelligent systems will you get from this SUV car.

Presently there are many SUV cars available in the market in various price ranges. But the new Pathfinder is a very affordable car within a reliable price range compare to its specs and all. In this topic, we are going to discuss the Specifications, features, and price and expected a release or launch date of this car officially from Nissan. Let’s talk about this comfortable cruiser on the context described below.

2018 Nissan Pathfinder Specifications:

The all-new Nissan Pathfinder is coming up various models and all the basic functions are all most same on all the models. So in the below point, we will discuss the top features which you can get from the Nissan Pathfinder.

Model name – Nissan Pathfinder 4WD 4dr Platinum. Body Style and car type – SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle). Displacement – 3.5L Engine. Fuel Type—Gas. Seating Capacity – 7 persons including driver. Mileage – For city 100km per 12.4 Ltr. and for Highway 100km per 9.2 Ltr. The mileage may differ according to your riding condition. Engine Type – Regular Unlead V6. Engine HP – Horse Power – 284 @ 6400 RPM. Transmission Type – CVT (Continuous Variable Transmission). Drivetrain – Four Wheel Drive. Warranty Type – Basic- 3YRS/ 60,000 KM; Drive Train- 5YRS/100000 KM; Corrosion- 5YRS/unlimited KM; Roadside Assistance- 3YRS/unlimited KM.

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Features of Nissan Pathfinder:

Some of the best features provided by Nissan Pathfinder for you all are listed here. So go through the below points and know about it more clearly.

There are signature styles lines designed on the body to provide interior fill with lights and gives one of the best Aerodynamic performance.

On the night time, you will get the best lighting performance with LED Projector headlamps and LED daytime running lights. The brilliant design of the headlights provides you a best front look all the time.

For an Adventurous journey, you can get sunroof with extra roof rails cross bars for more protection and cruise control features with comfort braking system.

A well-furnished interior design with 8 way Air-conditioning outlets from front to rear seat passengers.

Rear foldable seats to get more space with fewer passengers and more luggage during the journey.

Dual panel panoramic sunroof stretches for every segment or the three rows of the passenger.

Get rear side Double Screen display for the entertainment purpose.

Best faster navigation system with audio streaming via dedicated Bluetooth system.

Charge your devices instantly with 120V power outlet sources.

The motion activates liftgate will automatically sense and open the gate during your needs.

Price Range of Nissan Pathfinder:

If we talk about the price then starting from the base model to the top model there is some variation in price. So the price ranges from $30,290 to $48,598.

Release date:

The Nissan Pathfinder has already launched in the USA. But the 2018 model is expected to launch in the Year 2018 and there is no official launch date still declared by Nissan for the model Nissan Pathfinder. So till that, we need to wait for the official announcement of the date.

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That’s all about the 2018 Nissan Pathfinder SUV car which is the best car we ever have seen by Nissan Company. All of the most advanced features you can ever get from this car and give you’re a comfortable ride while driving it. You need to wait till the car will be launched by Nissan officially in the market. So definitely go for buy this car if you love the most awesome stylish, sporty features provided by Nissan in Pathfinder for all.

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2019 Kia Forte Features, Engine, Interior, Price and Release Date

Kia Forte sedans have had their best year in 2017. The company sold a total of 118,000 Forte sedans last year, which was a record. Yet, the company is not resting on its laurels as it’s ready for 2019 version of Forte. The 2019 Kia Forte with its more chiseled and cleaner look was launched by the company last month at Detroit Auto Show, and now we’re waiting for its release. In the meantime let’s take a look on what it has to offer:

2019 Kia Forte Features, Engine, Interior, Price and Release Date

2019 Kia Forte Features

A big thing about Kia Forte 2019 is that this time company has equipped it with features that it usually keeps reserved for its other high-end cars. Those features include a wide range of safety features like forwarding collision avoidance, blind spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control and lane keep assist. Other standard features like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration are also present.

2019 Kia Forte Engine

According to Kia, the powertrain of Forte 2019 is the first of a new line of modern fuel-efficient powertrains. The company also proudly declares that it’s a powertrain of the future. But what exactly makes the company say these things? Well, there’s a 2-liter four-cylinder Atkinson engine in this car with 6-speed manual transmission.

Or if you wish, you will also have the choice of an all-new Continuously Variable Automatic Transmission (CVT), which is the first of its kind in any Kia car. The CVT is a result of improving upon company’s previous six-speed automatic transmission system. It comes with less noise and smoother shifting. The horsepower and torque of the car are still same at 147 hp 132 lb-ft.

2019 Kia Forte Interior

While designing Forte 2019 Kia tried to keep the cabin as quite as possible, and the results of their efforts are quite praiseworthy. As far as interiors are concerned, Kia’s work on them has always been awesome and same is true this time too. 2019 Forte has got spacious interiors that give comfortable experience to five passengers. There’s extra legroom for all seats, cabin width is more and soft points have also been increased.

Lumbar support is better, and so is seat cushioning. Thanks to its open and minimalist design, Forte 2019 provides excellent road visibility. The dashboard is wider, and finally, there’s a 10-way power adjustable and ventilated driver’s seat in the car, just like the one in its predecessor.

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2019 Kia Forte Price

The price of 2019 Kia Forte hasn’t been announced and it’ll be announced later. But since Forte is one of the most affordable cars in compact segment as of now, we can expect this upcoming model to retain this thing intact. The 2018 Forte LX costs $16,700, so we xpect the base model of 2019 Forte to start somewhere around this figure (in the range of $16,000 – $20,000).

2019 Kia Forte Release Date

The 2019 Kia Forte is expected to be released sometime around the end of this year. That will keep it new in 2019, thus justifying its name. However, all will not be silent until then as we may also get to hear about the Forte5 hatchback of company before the availability of this Sedan.

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2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon Features, Specs, Design and Price

“Vrooom” yes that’s the most obvious sound “associated” with the powerful and hottest car namely “Dodge demon”, thanks to its 808 horsepower

The “zooming” sound can simply flatter anybody with additionally having the sophisticated look terming it to be the most coveted car. The real strength of the craze could be well seen through the launch with its glitter and the associated talks, discussions with journalists covering the event and ending speculations about “what”, “how, “when” etc queries associated with the same too.

A muscle car not to miss

If you are eyeing towards a demon which has power, style, looks and most importantly, “charisma” to feel energetic, then wait till this fall, as the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon beast is going to turn the heads rolling.

High-performance driving

Doesn’t it create a reflection of its “power”? Yes, especially in today’s era with automobile industry going all out towards generating “high-speed cars” where generating top and “pleasantly shocking” speeds may just be the reality. But, the “power” of this prized car is going to simply take the level of competition way ahead and will equally post a big challenge for competitors who are eyeing towards excelling this car.

Powerful Demon

It is the highest performing car especially when it comes to speed with having more than 800 horsepower which has ever been included in the muscle car. Yes, that seems to simply wither the competition.

Here, you can clearly get to know its mammoth pickup, thanks to turning to 60 mph in just 2.3 seconds. If you thought it to be “too enticing”, here is another one of the features, denoting the extent of speed, it can probably generate. Yes, I am talking about how in a mere 5.1 seconds, you can expect the car to be sailing with the wind at 100 mph right from “zero”.

                                              Check out the Full Review of 2018 Dodge Challenger 

Awesome Power on its wheels

Talking about “power” further, you can get a sneak peak of the monster with its rear wheels generating 8-speed automatic transmission that is designed to effectively handle the torque. Yes, the engineering speaks of itself as it consists of a powerful drive shaft, rear axle and having comparably larger half shafts than Hellcat’s

The “normal” car with the “beast” features is for you who love to drive day-in and day-out.

Yes, that’s the reality with its V8 producing 840 HP and 770-pound-feet of torque. That’s enough towards creating a niche for itself, as someone which races with the wind.

“Smart” car maker Dodge, with its “smarter” approach

Yes, there has been a proper research done towards coming up with a car which will potentially dwarf other car makers or make them look pale. The name of Dodge demon can easily be termed as the world’s speediest car with its hot looks and features to die for. The overall mechanism for the company Dodge to earn the reputation hasn’t been difficult (so to speak) and the current trend and associated craze is set to create even greater charisma for sure this fall.

It isn’t just these features which are going to make it dearer for car enthusiasts, its limited edition which is numbered only 3000 in the United States is another of the reasons which have already raised the expectations of car lovers who literally don’t want to lose the opportunity of owning this “electrifying car”

How easy is it to become ahead of the rest and rule your desired industry?

The modus operandi of the manufacturer especially in producing limited numbers, may well just be catching on to the curiosity level of car lovers into deriving them towards other cars of the same manufacturer. Yes, that’s the perfect marketing strategy which can simply work towards their favor into boosting sales overall.

I know most of you may just be too desperate to know the price, so we as well. But, it seems that you have to wait for at least a month. However, a renowned name of the automobile industry associated with Fiat namely Tim Kuniskis is optimistic of the fact, that it is going to be well under $100,000.

Final thoughts

Finally, this is a car which can easily be termed in line with an American lifestyle especially those with a passion of highly developed beasts, to say the least. So what you have been quite habitual of racing with your “perfect” car(s) until now, but you know what? It takes a little more of your expectations to “pet” this one, considering the aforesaid features which have already made it way more priceless. On top of that, its limited strength is going to play its part in selling them like hot cakes and likewise, you may well have to pull up your socks for owning the beast as well.

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2021 BMW i5 Concept and Rumors

Last year at Frankfurt Motor Show BMW had revealed its I Vision Dynamics Concept. It was later revealed that this concept will eventually enter production and without much alteration emerge as a 3rd major thing in company’s I Range from i3 and i8. Needless to say that it’s the preview of upcoming 2021 BMW i5 in that case. And since it’s going to enter production without major changes, we can safely count on its design and other details to get an idea of what 2021 BMW i5 may have to offer. And that’s precisely what we’ll do in this article. Let’s begin:

The i Vision Dynamics Concept that’s likely to turn into 2021 BMW i5

2021 BMW i5 Concept

First of all, 2021 BMW i5 will be electric. At least this concept revealed by the company says so. In terms of size, it’s nearly the same as BMW 3 series, and it’s based on company’s KLAR platform, which underpins 5 series, 7 series and pretty much everything coming from the company in next few years.

On the top of the car, there’s a full-length sunroof identical to the one that we found on X7 concept, but rumors suggest that it’ll be an optional thing in the production model of i5. Headlights and tail lamps are narrow with sharp and aggressive corners, but they may also be toned down in the production model. And finally, we’ve the prominent ‘kidney’ grille, which is large in this I Vision Dynamics concept but again something that’s likely to be altered in the production model and made smaller to resemble conventional BMW grilles.

Check Out the Full Review on 2018 BMW I Series

2021 BMW i5 Rumors

Some interesting rumors are floating about the interiors of 2021 BMW i5. One of them is that this car will offer a wide range of trim material choices to the buyers. A digital screen is expected to replace the analog dials and a second floating screen is likely to act as infotainment screen of the car. Enhanced legroom and shoulder room is also expected for people sitting in the rear seat.

Coming to the range, driving and powertrain of 2021 BMW i5, rumors suggest that the range of this vehicle will be as much as 400 miles. However, it remains to be seen how close i5 comes to this range in real life. The car is also expected to reach the acceleration of 0-62 mph in 4 seconds. Top speed of this beast may be 124 mph.

Related:

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Conclusion

Expected to arrive in 2021, BMW i5 is likely to start from the base price of £35,000. From there it may go all the way up to £50,000 depending on the model of your choice. Yes, there’s a wait of two long years in between, but good things often take time to come to life.

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2018 Subaru Forester Features, Interior, Price and Release date

Initially launched in 2014, the Forester from Subaru has been the automaker’s best selling vehicle till date. Subaru has designed the 2018 model of Forester with the same intention of grabbing the market with its latest modifications. Subaru has its fingers crossed for the fresh modifications made to the 2018 model, to bring about lucrative sales through the new generation Forester. The 2018 model of Forester is in the production to offer roomy cabin space with excellent fuel efficiency rates.

The transmission adopted in the 2018 model will be Continuous Variable Transmission which is sure to lend a substantial improvement in the fuel economy.

2018 Subaru Forester Features, Interior, Price and Release date

2018 Subaru Forester Engine

The powertrain standardly involved in the 2018 Subaru Forester will be a 2.5-liter engine that would generate an outcome of 170 hp and a torque of 174 pound-feet. This will come mated with a six-speed manual or a Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT). This powertrain will be available in the lower trims of the Subaru Forester 2018. The 2018 Forester will be available on 6 trims: 2.5i, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Touring, 2.0 XT Premium and 2.0 XT Touring.

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The higher trims, that is the 2.0 XT trim models will be powered by the turbocharged 2.0-liter engine. The All Wheel Drive platform will remain standard on all trims of the 2018 Forester. The optional powerful engine with all-wheel drive platform will offer a great combination for the adventurers and when this would combine with the extra ground clearance provided in the upcoming Forester, the 2018 Forester will surely move towards becoming the most wanted adventure vehicle for the coming year.

2018 Subaru Forester Exteriors

The exteriors of the 2018 Forester have been inspired by big boxy designing and smooth cuts and layouts. The body is build up of lighter materials for a quick acceleration and smooth speeding. The windows have been broadened for better visibility for the passengers.

The 2018 model of Forester has been supplemented with additional noise insulation technologies, new headlights and taillights, afresh grille and front fascia for a more serene and impressive look. The vehicle would be running over 17 inches steel wheels as standard and optional alloy wheels. The panoramic sun/moon roof adds on to the luxury as well as adventure quotient of the vehicle.

2018 Subaru Forester

2018 Subaru Forester Interiors

The contemporary touch has fascinated the interiors of the 2018 Subaru Forester including the freshly designed saddle brown leather look. The roomy area within the cabin is undoubtedly impressive. Apart from this, the cargo space is also magnificent. The seats are highly accommodating and cushioned for a turbulent ride. The color scheme has imparted a premium look to the cabin.

The driver seat is power adjustable and the rear seats have the option of reclining backs for additional comfort and postural arrangements. The steering is easy to handle and quick to respond. The Infotainment System has been modified with a fresh entry of 6.2 inches touch-enabled screen in the base model with up-gradations in the higher trims. There is compatible Navigation, Bluetooth, USB ports and hands-free calling system.

2018 Subaru Forester Safety Features

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has awarded a ‘good’ ranking in all of their major crash tests like Moderate Overlap Front Test, Small Overlap Front Test, Side Impact Test, Rear Crash Protection Test and Roof Strength Test. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has granted an overall ranking of 5 star, with a 4 star ranking in Frontal Crash test, 5 star in Side Crash test and yet another 4 star in Rollover test results. The Advanced Airbag System in the 2018 Forester comprises of front and rear head curtain airbags; front seat-mounted torso airbag and driver knee air bag.

There are many driver assistive features that play a key role in supplementing safety. These include Lane Departure Warning System, Blind Spot Monitoring System, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Colored Cameras, Steering Responsive Headlights, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, Automatic Emergency Braking, Automatic Cruise Control, Traction Control, ABS, Safety Belt Pretensioners, Rear Child Safety Door Locks, LATCH system and much more.

2018 Subaru Forester Pricing and Release Date

The 2018 Forester is expected to launch in the Summers of 2018 with a starting price of $22,795.

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All New Features ABout 2019 Nissan Altima,Price and Release Date

The resistance to altering a winning formula is often seen in companies, so it wasn’t too surprising when it was seen with Nissan too. Nissan Altima, which is one of the company’s most successful product lines, hasn’t been updated since 2013. As its sales declined last year by 17%, it was clear to the Japanese automaker that a major redesign is needed to win in midsize sedan segment once again.

So now the company is going to launch the 2019 Nissan Altima in next few days with a major design overhaul at Detroit Motor Show. Let’s take a look at everything that we know about it to get an idea of what this upcoming vehicle from the company may have to offer:

2019 Nissan Altima

2019 Nissan Altima Features

One of the biggest features expected to be included in 2019 Nissan Altima is company’s latest ProPilot Assist safety technology, which controls steering, braking, and acceleration in single-lane highway driving. Other major features may include an updated infotainment system, a large V-motion grille with steep front cut-outs, narrow headlights and possibly all-wheel drive.

                                                         See the Full Reviews On 2018 Nissan Altima

2019 Nissan Altima Engine

Nothing is known about the powertrain of 2019 Nissan Altima at this point, but I expect it to retain the 2.5 liters 4 cylinder engine. And at least one version of 2019 Nissan Altima may come with a downsized turbocharged engine this time for the sake of efficiency.

2019 Nissan Altima Interior

The interior of Nissan Altima may also be improved in this upcoming version to make it a better proposition than the competitors. Dashboard, instrument cluster, seats and cabin space all may be improved to make 2019 Altima compete with already available and upcoming midsize sedans. With 4.87 m long, this Altima is not intended for Western clients. The car is also in the classification of sedans “Midsize” (averages) in the United States Of America, the Us citizens basing their search positions, not on the lengths of the vehicles.

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2019 Nissan Altima Price

The price of 2019 Nissan Altima is unknown as of now. It may be revealed by the company either at the time of its launch or maybe around the time of public release.

2019 Nissan Altima Release Date

2019 Nissan Altima will debut at New York Auto Show on 28th of March. Once it has happened it may be available for purchase in all major markets by the end of this year, or probably sometime early next year. It’s too early to say anything concrete about the release date as of now because even the launch has not happened. But we will certainly let you know as we come to know about its public release.

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2019 Toyota RAV4 Concept, Design and Rumors

2019 Toyota RAV4, one of its most successful products, is going to get a major redesign with next release. Selling since 2013 it has come of age, and rival SUV makers have been flooding the market with new models every year. So Toyota also decided to update its compact crossover with a 2019 model. Now, since this new release will succeed a highly successful, no-nonsense compact crossover, there’re huge expectations from it.

However, not much is known about it as of now. The only thing that we know about it is its design (thanks to some spy shots), coupled with a few half-baked rumors. But still, it makes sense to take a look at these things to get an idea of what this upcoming crossover may possibly have to offer. Let’s begin:

2019 Toyota RAV4

2019 Toyota RAV4 Concept and Design

Though it has been spotted only with camouflage so far, it’s clear from the silhouette that 2019 Toyota RAV4 is going to look a lot different from any of its predecessors. Its front view is more truck-like than car-like in appearance. The upcoming CUV seems to be based on Toyota’s latest TNGA (Toyota New Global Architecture) modular platform which underpins the latest versions of Toyota Camry and Prius as well.

The front of RAV4, as I said above, is more truck-like than car-like. It has got a tall front with a large grille, angry-looking headlights, and prominent surround. The roof is flat, and hopefully, there’re horizontally arranged headlights and tail lamps. Overall this design seems to be inspired by company’s FT-AC concept revealed at Los Angeles Auto Show last year.

Check Out the Full Review of the 2018 Toyota RAV4

2019 Toyota RAV4 Rumors

There’re not too many rumors about this upcoming crossover. However, there’s word that it will be a Hybrid vehicle with the responsibility of carrying the trend forward to upcoming generations. All-wheel drive is another expected feature, but it may or may not make its way to 2019 RAV4. We’re not too sure about it.

Conclusion

RAV4 belongs to one of Toyota’s most successful product lines, so it will be very interesting to see how much company messes up with an already successful formula. Based on what we’ve seen in camouflage it’s clearly visible that a major design overhaul has been done by the company. Has company done the same with interiors and powertrain as well? We’ll come to know by the end of this year, and when it happens we’ll let you know.     

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All That We Know About 2020 Ford Bronco

When Ford revealed at this year’s Detroit Auto Show that it’s going to bring back the Bronco in 2020, it was a ‘dream come true’ moment for many potential midsize pickup buyers. The rumors of Bronco coming back have been doing the rounds for a long time, and therefore it was a very relieving thing when the official announcement was done by the company.

However, now when the official announcement has been done people are excited to know what it will have to offer. While not much is known about it as of now, we’ve collected whatever we already know to constitute an overall picture of what 2020 Ford Bronco may have to offer. Let’s take a look at it:

All That We Know About 2020 Ford Bronco

2020 Ford Bronco Design

Since the launch of 2020 Bronco is not expected anytime soon, details about it are scarce as of now. There’re rumors that Ford may make a Bronco based on 2017 Raptor or Ranger-based Everest, those rumors have been quashed by Ford CTO Raj Nair. While he agreed that Bronco will share the platform with Everest, he also stated at the same time that it will be a completely different vehicle.

Nevertheless, he still shared some information about the possible design of this upcoming midsize pickup. Speaking about the size he said that we can expect something bigger than the original Bronco but bigger than the Bronco II of 1980s.

It’s also rumored that 2020 Bronco will have solid front and rear axles. The news was dropped by Dana, the company that provides axles for Jeep Wrangler.

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2020 Ford Bronco Specifications

It shouldn’t be surprising if Bronco comes with same engine and transmission system that’ll be loaded in Ranger. One possible candidate is 2.7-liter EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 that was used in 2018 F-150 and Fusion Sport.

2020 Bronco Versions and Competition

Speaking about the versions of Bronco, Ford CTO Raj had suggested that Bronco will get an off-road version to compete with Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. This clearly suggests that Jeep Wrangler will be one of the chief competitors of Bronco. Fiat Chrysler, are you listening?

However, a slightly disappointing rumor about the versions of Bronco is that that Ford may not launch a two-door version of Bronco this time. An anonymous Ford source had revealed to Gear Patrol sometime ago that according to Ford there’s no market for two-door SUVs. So Bronco will exclusively be a four-door vehicle only. The face savior here is that Bronco will hopefully have a removable roof.

2020 Ford Bronco Price

Based on above-given information and competition we expect The Bronco’s base price should be around $30,000, which is about the same as a 2018 Wrangler Unlimited. This is slightly higher than Jeep Wrangler, but it can be justified if this new midsize pickup is also better from Wrangler in major departments.

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2018 Lexus LS500 Price & Review : Powertrain, Styling, Platform

2018 Lexus LS500 Price & Review : Powertrain, Styling, Platform – Welcome to carssedan.com blog, this time we will be share information about the latest cars is coming from Lexus brand. The title of article we take is 2018 Lexus LS500 Price & Review. We will be try to discuss details about this car, ranging from: reviews, concept, redesign, rumors, exterior, interior, specs, changes, engine, colors, pictures, release date and also prices. congratulation to read and we hope your enjoy it and then will come back again here.

Japan is a unique place. Where the Japanese see a delightful bowl of raw sea urchin and salmon roe, most Westerners see a slimy pile of bug and guts. And for the really fancy meals, you take off your shoes and sit on the floor.

It’s understandable, then, that Toyota strove for familiarity with the first-generation LS400, which introduced the Lexus brand to the world in 1989. It was, in the words of one company representative, an attempt to “out-German the Germans.” In pursuit of this goal, Lexus went so far as to mimic the ­processes and chemicals used to treat leather in European tanneries to ensure that its interior smelled “right.” However, 28 years later, Lexus is now intent on distinguishing Japanese luxury from its European forms, and it’s betting the all-new LS can do it without boguing anyone out.

2018 Lexus LS500 Interior

When you think Japanese luxury, you should think of plump sofas. At least, that’s the message LS buyers will get, because the design team’s goal with the seats was to create the impression of sinking into a big, comfy couch or easy chair. They paid close attention to the relationship between the padded center-console lid and the door-mounted armrests, the latter seeming to float apart from the door panel with ambient lighting tucked behind to further the illusion. And if you happen to be sitting opposite the chauffeur in the right-rear easy chair, Lexus claims best-in-class legroom with the seat fully reclined and the front-passenger seat leaned up against the dash.

Seats aren’t the only place where the LS departs from other Lexus designs. The interior as a whole is warmer, more welcoming, and more organic in its forms than other Lexuses. Six thin bands of magnesium span the dash, beginning at the driver’s door before bunching up as they bend up and over the instrument panel, then fanning back out as they continue their stretch across the dash to the passenger door. Contrast-­stitched leather is de rigueur in a modern luxury car, but the LS is the first that we can recall to have it around the gauge faces.

2018 Lexus LS500 Platform

The LS will share more than its position at the top of the company hierarchy with the LC coupe. Both ride on versions of the same platform, the LS’s stretched a foot and a half over the coupe’s. Like its two-door sibling, the LS uses aluminum for much of the suspension and its mounting points, as well as the bumper beams. The two cars share a multilink front suspension and a five-link rear assembly, though Lexus made sure the LS’s dampers and bushings would supply more comfort than the LC’s.

As with the outgoing LS, the new sedan has adaptive stabilizer bars but now adds rear-wheel steering. Coil springs will be stand­ard, with air springs optional. Like other manufacturers of air-sprung crossovers and SUVs, Lexus has programmed the LS with an “entry” height. Here, though, as opposed to those relative high-riders that kneel to let occupants in, the LS’s entry mode raises the body up on its tippy-toes. It’s a simple and clever accommodation that we appreciate even more since it erodes a cornerstone of the crossover’s success: its easy, slide-sideways ingress.

2018 Lexus LS500 Styling

From the outside, it appears as though Lexus thinks Infiniti and Mazda do Japanese style well. Aside from lesser Lexuses, it’s the form language of those brands that the LS emulates most, with its flowing compound curves juxtaposed against sharp creases. Lexus’s spindle grille again rivals a largemouth bass for maximum maw-to-face ratio and, as on the new LC coupe, the spindle shape repeats on the trunklid and rear fascia. Also shared with the LC is the dramatic rake of the LS’s windshield. Overall, the LS is rather low and sleek for such a large car. Lexus stylists sought a middle ground between the traditional sedan silhouette and the burgeoning four-door-coupe aesthetic. In profile, the LS is a sedan with a slightly swoopy D-pillar, but viewed more from the front, the car’s tapering haunches mean the trunklid disappears and the car takes on a distinct hatchback crop, like a Japanese Porsche Panamera.

2018 Lexus LS500 Powertrain

At its launch, the LS will be powered by an all-new twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V-6. The 60-degree block and heads are aluminum, and a pair of turbos developed in-house are integrated into the exhaust manifolds. The engine’s signature, however, is an exceptionally long stroke—100.0 millimeters in an 85.5-millimeter bore—that Lexus claims enables the engine to achieve new levels of thermal efficiency. It also allows it to make 414 horsepower and 443 pound-feet of torque.

Backing up the six is an all-new Aisin 10-speed automatic. Like the Ford/GM 10-speed that recently made its debut in the F-150 and Camaro ZL1, it’s aimed more at packaging CVT-like flexibility into a traditional automatic than stretching the overall ratio spread—though, of course, it does achieve the latter as well.

Rear-wheel drive is standard on the LS, while all-wheel drive will be an option. A hybrid will join the lineup shortly. And with the Germans all packing V-8s and even V-12s in their full-size sedans, Lexus would be foolish to cap the LS at six cylinders. We do not believe Lexus is foolish. Nobody at Lexus will cop to it, but, seeing as Lexus’s current V-8s all date fairly deep into the last decade, we suspect they’re working up a new one to take on the smaller, higher-output Teutons—perhaps like the 600-hp V-8 reportedly bound for the LC F.

2018 Lexus LS500 Crystal Ball

Our preview of the Lexus LS included a short drive of some early engineering mules. Engineers were still finalizing powertrain ­calibrations, so we can’t comment on the twin-turbo six at this time. But with the optional air springs, the ride is excellent, and the rear-wheel steering helps the LS feel surprisingly nimble without compromising straight-line stability. The steering is satisfyingly hefty and the brake pedal progressive. The original LS won the first comparison test we threw it into in 1989; we’ll find out in another year or so if its latest descendant can repeat that feat.

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2018 Mazda RX-8 Review, Price & Features

2018 Mazda RX-8 Review, Price & Features – Welcome to carssedan.com blog, this time we will be share information about the latest cars is coming from Mazda brand. The title of article we take is 2018 Mazda RX-8 Review, Price & Features. We will be try to discuss details about this car, ranging from: reviews, concept, redesign, rumors, exterior, interior, specs, changes, engine, colors, pictures, release date and also prices. congratulation to read and we hope your enjoy it and then will come back again here.

2018 Mazda RX-8 Features

The Mazda RX-8 was in production for 9 years, until 2012, and because it was terminated, the business’s fans are still waiting on an appropriate replacement. Nonetheless, up until we will see a successor for the sports car, Mazda has actually validated the growth of a new rotary engine. Job began a couple of years back and also now Motoring claims in a brand-new report that it will be revealed in 2017 as design 2018, pricing estimate “sources near Mazda”.

“You will need to wait until end 2017 to figure out exactly what powers this cars and truck”, said an “executive”. “That’s our rotary’s 50th anniversary year.” If there’s a future Mazda RX-7, it will certainly add the 16X code-named device under its hood. The new engine is expected to develop more than 400hp and chances are it will power the back wheels with a gearbox integrated right into the back axle to boost weight distribution.

The brand-new engine will presumably get a two-stage turbo system with an “electrical turbo assist”, which will involve at reduced rpm, while the standard turbo will certainly start at greater revs. “Engineers will use a capacitor to beef up the rotating’s ‘instability’ at low rpm, and when boost pressure rises, a common turbocharger will involve to maintain the flow of power coming”, included the Mazda expert.

2018 Mazda RX-8 Review

The new generation of the RX is anticipated to be inspired by the RX-Vision Concept, unveiled last month in Tokyo. The model is thought to maintain its aesthetic weight at less compared to 1,400 kg (3,086 pounds). Chances are it will share the very same system with the new MX-5, with added rigidity so that the extra power will not impact its handling.

Mazda verifies Wankel-powered flagship coupe for 2018. Mazda is developing a new rotary-engined cars to prosper the RX-7 and also RX-8, Auto Express has actually learned. Larger and also much more effective than the Mazda MX-5, the car is aimed at a 2017 launch, to coincide with the 50th wedding anniversary of the launch of the Cosmo Sport, the first Mazda powered by a Wankel rotating engine.

Mazda Engineers are working to deal with the Wankel engine’s integral defects high gas and also oil intake and meagre torque without turning to turbocharging. The answers are being sought with Mazda’s ‘SkyActiv’ engineering viewpoint, which focuses on shedding weight as well as using high engine compression ratios to increase power and also effectiveness from revvy, naturally aspirated engines. It’s a technique we’ve already seen used to fantastic result in the present Mazda 3 and 6.

It’s recognized that Mazda is targeting a 300bhp result for the born-again rotary engine, up from 238bhp in the most powerful RX-8. Mazda can choose a small, low-slung RX-7-style sports car bodystyle as opposed to the Mazda RX-8’s four-door arrangement, in an effort to slash weight.

The RX-8, discontinued in 2010, weighed in at around 1,310 kg-120kg greater than a modern Toyota GT 86. Mazda’s new flagship will stay with rear-wheel drive. We hear that an extended version of the new MX-5‘s rear-drive platform is being utilized to develop the cars and truck, boosted to manage the lofty power outcome. Acquainted six-speed guidebook as well as five-speed vehicle transmissions will certainly be in a similar way refined for the brand-new high-performance application.

2018 Mazda RX-8 Spesifications

Mazda has an abundant background of rotary-powered autos, starting with the Cosmo Sporting activity of the late 60s, which developed as much as 129bhp and also could strike 120mph. Extra famously, Mazda had the RX-7 that was sold in the UK with the 90s and also the RX-8 that went on to change it. Mazda likewise won the Le Mans 24-HOUR race in 1991 with the rotary-powered 787B the only time a Japanese producer has actually won the event.

The RX-8 served as the substitute for the legendary RX-7, though the 8 was a little a separation from the 7’s two-door, two-seat style. The brand-new vehicle debuted for the 2003 model year as well as featured 2 standard doors for accessibility to the front two seats and two rear-facing “suicide” doors for access in to the back two seats. The layout was almost innovative in the industry, yet never got much ground with assimilation from various other car manufacturers.

The RX-8 came powered by a 1.3-liter, two-rotor Wankel engine making 247 horsepower in its “High Power” type. Given that the rotating engine enjoys a style with little reciprocating mass, the engine’s red line was set at 9,000 rpm. A six-speed manual, five-speed manual, or a six-speed automatic was available to send out power to the rear wheels.

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2017 Volkswagen Beetle Dune Review, Specs & Price

2017 Volkswagen Beetle Dune Review, Specs & Price – 2018 will mark the first full year on the road for the 1.8T Dune Convertible trim of the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle model lineup. The Beetle Dune Convertible offers a rugged addition to the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle lineup, and draws its design inspiration from classic Baja Bugs. The Dune features a bolder appearance and a wider stance than other models in the lineup, as well as unique Dune design features.

2018 Volkswagen Dune Exterior and Interior

The 2018 Volkswagen Dune sports a bolder, more aggressive appearance than other Beetle models. In addition to a raised ride height and a wider body, the Dune’s exterior features new front and rear fascias and pronounced black wheel arch extensions. The Dune is also equipped with a honeycomb grille, polished aluminum sills, and black trim strips. “Dune” graphics are displayed on both doors, and the Bug sports a large rear spoiler and a new bumper design on the back.

Inside, the 2018 Dune offers all of the standard Beetle features, as well as sport seats with contrasting orange stitching and a leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel. Dunes purchased in the special Sandstorm Yellow paint color feature an interior with body color upper door trims and dashpads, otherwise the interior is black.

2018 Volkswagen Dune Specs and Price

The Beetle Dune is equipped with a 1.8T turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The 1.8T engine is capable of 170-horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque. The Dune’s estimated fuel economy rating is 24 city / 31 highway MPG.

The 2018 Dune falls towards the higher end of the 2018 Volkswagen Beetle model lineup, as it offers a unique design and more premium features. The starting MSRP for the Beetle Dune Convertible is $23,995.

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