Monday, April 22, 2024

2025 Porsche Cayenne GTS Starting At $126,895 This Fall

The new 2025 Porsche Cayenne GTS (Gran Turismo Sport), available in both SUV and Coupe body styles, is powered by a 493 horsepower twin-turbo V8 engine mated to an eight-speed Tiptronic S automatic transmission. The new Cayenne GTS models are fitted with 21-inch RS Spyder Design wheels painted in anthracite grey and equipped with an adaptive rear spoiler. The 2025 Cayenne GTS models will be available to order shortly and are expected to reach Porsche Centers in the U.S. in Fall 2024 starting at $126,895 (including $1,995 delivery, processing and handling fee) while the 2025 Porsche Cayenne GTS Coupe will have an MSRP of $131,495. 

2025 AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE Coming in Late 2024

The 2025 AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE is powered by a 805 horsepower combined system output integrating a 201 horsepower permanently excited synchronous electric motor with an electrically shifted two-speed transmission and a limited-slip rear differential with a 603 horsepower AMG 4.0L V8 biturbo engine mated to a AMG SPEEDSHIFT® MCT 9G transmission. Features include a choice of "Electric," "Battery Hold," "Comfort," "Slippery," "Sport," "Sport+," "RACE" and "Individual" AMG DYNAMIC SELECT drive programs. The AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE is also equipped with active rear-axle steering as standard. The 2025 AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE is expected to arrive at U.S. dealerships in late 2024. 

2025 Toyota Camry Hybrid At $29,495 Late Spring

The 2025 Toyota Camry, in LE, SE, XLE and XSE trim levels, pairs the fifth-generation Toyota Hybrid System with a 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder engine and has a standard 225 net-combined horsepower on Front-Wheel Drive and 232 horsepower on Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive equipped models. The Toyota Camry has a manufacturer-estimated combined 51 MPG rating on the LE FWD grade. For the 2025 model, a 7-inch digital gauge cluster comes standard on LE and SE models, while a standard 12.3-in fully digital gauge cluster can be found in the XLE and XSE grades. The XLE and XSE grades also come with an available 10-inch Head-Up Display. Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Safe Exit Alert Along with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 are standard. The 2025 Toyota Camrys are expected to arrive at Toyota dealerships in late Spring starting at $29,495 (including $1,095 dealer processing and handling fee).

Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE Starts At $85,050 This Spring

The new Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE has 671 horsepower combined system output comprised of an AMG 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine combined with a 201 horsepower permanently-excited synchronous electric motor, a high-performance battery developed in Affalterbach and AMG Performance 4MATIC+ fully variable all-wheel drive with Drift mode. The MBUX infotainment system with 12.3-inch driver display and 11.9-inch central multimedia display features various AMG- and hybrid-specific displays and functions that can be personalized. The AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE starts at $85,050 (including $1,150 destination and delivery charge) and the Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE at $87,100 and arrive in U.S. dealerships this Spring.

2024 GMC Sierra EV Denali Edition 1 For $99,495 This Summer

The 2024 GMC Sierra EV Denali Edition 1 will have a GM-estimated 754 horsepower, 440-mile range, 10,000 pounds of max towing and 1,450 pounds of max payload. An 800 Volt DC Public Fast Charging capable at up to 350kW, enables up to 100 miles of range in approximately 10 minutes. Available Super Cruise offers hands-free driver assistance technology is expected to be available on about 750,000 miles of compatible roads in the U.S. and Canada by the end of 2025. Deliveries of the 2024 Sierra EV Denali Edition 1 are expected to start this Summer at a final starting MSRP of $99,495 (including $1,995 DFC).

2025 Kia K5 Starts At $28,145 In The 2nd Quarter

The 2025 Kia K5, powered by a 191-horsepower 2.5-liter normally aspirated engine, has starting MSRP of $28,145 (including $1,155 destination charge). Standard items for the EX include a Bose Premium Audio System with Active Sound Design, a 10-way powered driver’s seat includes two-way lumbar support, a digital Key 2.03 heated steering wheel, and power folding mirrors with integrated LED turn signals. The GT’s powertrain is a 290 horsepower 2.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine mated to an 8-speed dual clutch transmission that drives the front wheels. There's a new available single-pane curved display that houses the 12-inch instrument screen and a new standard 12.3-inch touchscreen navigation unit.  The 2025 Kia K5 is expected to arrive at Kia dealerships in the second quarter of 2024.

2025 Subaru Outback Starts At $30,290 This Spring

The 2025 Subaru Outback SUV, available in Base, Premium, Onyx Edition, Limited, Touring, Onyx Edition XT, Wilderness, Limited XT, and Touring XT trim levels, is powered by a 182 horsepower 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER engine. The Outback Wilderness and XT trim levels are equipped with a 260 horsepower 2.4-liter turbocharged BOXER engine with a standard Lineartronic Continuously Variable Transmission with 8-speed manual shift mode and steering wheel paddle shift control switches. Features include the AWD system, Active Torque Vectoring, Vehicle Dynamics Control, and X-MODE with Hill Descent Control and standard 8.7 inches of ground clearance (9.5 inches for the Outback Wilderness). This Spring the Outback starts at $$30,290 (including $1,395 destination and delivery). 

2025 Subaru Legacy Starts at $26,040 This Spring

The 2025 Subaru Legacy sedan, available in Base, Premium, Onyx Edition, Limited, Touring, Onyx Edition XT, Wilderness, Limited XT, and Touring XT trim levels, is powered by a 182 horsepower 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER engine. The  2025 Legacy Sport is powered by a 260 horsepower 2.4-liter turbocharged BOXER engine, sport-tuned suspension, and SI-DRIVE Engine Performance Management system. The 2025 Legacy is equipped with EyeSight Driver Assist Technology with Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering, USB-based Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, 17-inch alloy wheels, LED Steering Responsive Headlights with High Beam Assist, Rear Vision Camera with Adaptive Guidelines, and SUBARU STARLINK dual 7.0-inch touchscreen system with AM/FM/HD radio, Bluetooth hands-free phone and audio streaming connectivity, USB-A charge point, and SiriusXM including a 4-month trial subscription and SiriusXM Travel Link trial subscription. This Spring the Legacy starts at $26,040 (including $1,145 destination and delivery).

Thursday, April 11, 2024

2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS Arrives Later This Year

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS Sedan, with revised front fascia including new grille design, has an all-new battery with an increased usable capacity of 118 kWh for improved electric range. In addition, there's new regenerative braking software that enables greater energy recuperation. The MBUX Hyperscreen is standard on the EQS Sedan which comprises three displays that merge into one another creating a curved screen band over 55 inches wide. The 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQS Sedan arrives at U.S. dealerships later in 2024. When introduced in 2022, the EQS 450+ produced a range of 305 miles and the EQS 450 4MATIC and EQS 580 4MATIC delivered 285 miles of range. The 2024 EQS 450+ SUV started at $105,550 (including $1,150 destination and delivery charge).

2025 Toyota 4Runner Coming This Fall

 

The sixth generation 2025 Toyota 4Runner, all-new from the ground up, is powered by a 278 horsepower turbocharged 2.4 liter four-cylinder i-FORCE engine paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission and is standard in the SR5, TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road and Limited grades. 4Runner’s i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain pairs the turbocharged 2.4-liter engine with a 48 horsepower electric motor integrated into the eight-speed transmission, feeding off a 1.87-kWh NiMH battery pack that creates a total system output of up to 326 horsepower and is available on TRD Off-Road and Limited, while standard on the TRD Pro, Trailhunter and Platinum models. The power rear window is available with power liftgate. Nine grades are available including SR5, TRD Sport, TRD Sport Premium, TRD Off Road, TRD Off Road Premium, Limited, Platinum, TRD Pro, and Trailhunter. The Multi-Terrain Select system now functions in both 4WD-High and 4WD-Low. Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 is standard on all models and there's an available 14-inch touchscreen display with the latest Toyota Audio Multimedia system. The 2025 Toyota 4Runner will arrive in the U.S. in the Fall of 2024.

Tuesday, April 9, 2024

2025 Buick Enclave Available To Order In Late Summer

The next-generation 2025 Buick Enclave, in Preferred, Sport Touring and Avenir trims, is powered by a 328 horsepower 2.5L Turbo engine mated to a standard eight-speed automatic transmission and available in front wheel and all-wheel drive variants. It's longer, wider and taller than the previous generation with upgrades to the grille, front and rear fascia. The 2025 Buick Enclave has a 30-inch-diagonal premium ultra-wide display, wireless charging capability, seven standard camera views with two additional cameras available for up to nine through optional packages. Super Cruise hands-free driver assistance technology is available across all trims. The 2025 Buick Enclave comes standard with Automatic Crash Response, remote vehicle commands, and navigation and voice assistance features for eight years as part of the OnStar One Essentials package. The Enclave is trailering-capable with an available maximum capability of up to 5,000 lbs. Ordering the Enclave is expected to start later this Summer.

Refreshed 2025 Acura MDX Coming In May

The refreshed 2025 Acura MDX, powered by a 290 horsepower 3.5-liter V6 mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission, gets new front fascia, darker headlights/taillights and wheel designs, a new 12.3-inch touchscreen user interface featuring Google built-in audio performance on all trims. The MDX Type S is powered by a 355 horsepower 24-valve, dual-overhead cam 3.0-liter Turbo V6 engine with a Sport Tuned 10-speed automatic transmission. All 2025 MDX models now feature a new 12.3-inch touchscreen interface featuring Google built-in, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto™ capability are also standard. At the top of the MDX lineup, the 2025 MDX Type S with Advance Package features a new 31-speaker Bang & Olufsen's luxury audio system. In the rear, the blind spot information system's warning range increased, enabling Lane Change Alert, which can help alert the driver to detected vehicles approaching from behind in adjacent lanes. The 2025 MDX and MDX Type S performance SUVs will begin arriving at Acura dealers nationwide this May.   

2025 Subaru Forester Starts At $31,090 Late This Spring

The 2025 Subaru Forester, available in Base, Premium, Sport, Limited, and Touring trim levels, is powered by a revised 180 horsepower 2.5-liter Subaru BOXER® engine paired to a Lineartronic Continuously Variable Transmission with Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. For the first time on Forester, Emergency Stop Assist can stop the SUV if it detects an unresponsive driver when the Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control is active. The Forester has a standard 8.7 inches of ground clearance. There are dual 7.0-inch SUBARU STARLINK Multimedia System touchscreens and an available 11.6-inch SUBARU STARLINK® Multimedia system with wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility. The Forester starts at $31,090 (including $1,395 destination and delivery) and goes up to $41,390 for the Forester Touring. The 2025 Subaru Forester arrives in late Spring.