Friday, September 21, 2018

2019 Genesis G70 Starts At $35,895 Now


The 2019 Genesis G70 now on sale in six trim levels with either a 252 horsepower 2.0T inline four-cylinder turbocharged engine or a 365 horsepower 3.3T V-6 twin-turbocharged engine with a 6-speed manual or 8-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters & rev match, starts at $35,895 (including $995 destination charge).

BMW iNEXT - Autonomous Mobility Coming In 2021


The BMW iNEXT, a new technology flagship, is slated to begin production in 2021 to set the stage for the BMW Group to offer 25 models with electrified drive systems, 12 of which will be pure-electric by 2025. BMW Vision iNEXT, taking in the possibilities of autonomous mobility, will allow future drivers to choose to either drive themselves (in “Boost” mode) or be driven (“Ease” mode). “Boost” mode uses the electric drive system to deliver a highly dynamic and virtually silent driving experience with zero emissions. In “Ease” mode, the vehicle offers the driver and passengers a space in which to engage in a wide range of activities.

2019 Nissan Versa Note Hatchback Starts At $16,545


The 2019 Nissan Versa Note hatchback in S, SV and SR. Versa Note SR trim levels, is powered by a 109 horsepower1.6-liter DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine, matched with a next-generation Nissan Xtronic transmission, helping achieve up to 39 miles per gallon highway fuel economy. A late 2018 model year update saw the addition of standard RearView Monitor and 7.0-inch color audio system touchscreen display. The Versa Note starts at $16,545 (including $895 destination and handling charge) now at Nissan dealers nationwide.

2019 BMW Z4 Coming In March


The all-new 2019 BMW Z4 M40i First Edition Roadster, 3.3 inches longer, 2.9 inches wider and 0.5 inches taller over its predecessor, is powered by a 382 horsepower 3.0-liter six-cylinder in-line engine while the BMW Z4 sDrive30i has a 255 horsepower 2.0 liter four-cylinder TwinPower Turbocharged motor, both equipped with a standard eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission with shift paddles on the steering wheel. The seventh generation of the iDrive comprises a high-resolution digital 12.3” instrument cluster display behind the steering wheel and a 10.25” center display diagonally across. The 2019 BMW Z4 sDrive30i Roadster will arrive in March of 2019, and the 2020 BMW Z4 M40i Roadster will follow.

Audi e-tron SUV Starts At $75,795 In Mid-2019


The Audi e-tron five-seater, all-wheel drive electric mid-sized premium SUV is Audi's first fully electric production model and measures 193 inches long, 76.3 inches wide and 65.5 inches high. Two electric motors accelerate the e-tron from 0-60 mph in 5.5 seconds to a top speed of 124 mph. When equipped with the tow package, the Audi e-tron has a maximum tow rating of 4000 lbs. The e-tron debuts a DC fast charging capability of up to 150 kW available at select high-speed public charging stations, this capability can deliver up-to an 80 percent charge in only approximately 30 minutes. For customers’ residential charging needs, a standard 9.6 kW AC capsule charger (Level 2, 240-volt/40 amps) is provided and designed to deliver a fresh charge overnight. The Audi e-tron is being will arrive in the US during the 2nd quarter of 2019 starting at $75,795 (including $995 destination and delivery charge). Customers are now able to configure their e-tron and reserve their vehicle with a fully refundable $1,000 reservation fee ahead of delivery in mid-2019.

2019 Nissan Pathfinder Starts At $32,225 Now


The 2019 Nissan Pathfinder seven-passenger SUV, powered by a 284-horsepower 3.5-liter V6 with Direct Injection Gasoline™ system and Xtronic transmission os offered in 2-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive and a choice of S, SV, SL and Platinum trim levels and starts at $32,225 (including $995 destination and handling). All 2019 Pathfinder models have a Rear Sonar System, Automatic Emergency Braking and Rear Door Alert system, which can help remind customers of items that may be forgotten in the rear seat.

2019 Nissan Armada On Sale Now Starting At $48,185


The 2019 Nissan Armada full-size, 8-passenger SUV, starting at $48,185 (including $1,395 destination and handling charge), is powered by a 390 horsepower 5.6-liter Endurance® V8 engine mated to a 7-speed automatic transmission with a towing capacity of 8,500 pounds for both 4WD and 2WD models (when properly equipped). All 2019 Armada models now feature Standard Rear Door Alert designed to help remind customers of items that may be forgotten in the rear seat like pets, valuables, dry cleaning, groceries and more. If the system detects that a rear door is opened prior to driving, and the customer does not open a rear door again at the end of the trip, the system can remind customers that something might be left in the rear seat. Also on the 2019 model is Standard Automatic Emergency Braking and Standard Intelligent Forward Collision Warning. The 2019 Armada is available SV, SL Platinum and Platinum Reserve grade levels and is on sale now.

Thursday, September 20, 2018

Bye Bye Beetle In 2019, Starting At $23,940


Volkswagen of America will end production of the iconic Beetle in 2019. To celebrate the Beetle’s heritage, two special models will join the lineup for its last model year, Final Edition SE and Final Edition SEL. All 2019 Beetle models, both convertible and coupe, are powered a 174 horsepower 2.0 liter TSI® engine paired with a six-speed automatic transmission and the EPA-estimated fuel economy rating is 26 mpg city, 33 mpg highway and 29 mpg combined. Pricing for the 2019 Beetle Final Edition coupe starts at $23,940 (including $895 destination charge) for SE models and $26,890 for SEL models. Beetle Convertible Final Edition pricing starts at $28,190 for SE models and $30,890 for SEL models.

2019 Nissan Rogue On Sale Now Starting At $25,795


The 2019 Nissan Rogue crossover, Nissan's top-selling model which is on sale now, starts at $25,795 (including $995 destination and handling charge) for the Rogue S front-wheel drive model and is powered by a 170 horsepower 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine matched with an advanced Xtronic transmission with standard Sport Mode and Eco switches. Rogue is available with an All-Wheel Drive system or front-wheel drive. Fuel economy is rated at 26 mpg city, 33 mpg highway and 29 mpg combined for front-wheel drive models. Rogue AWD models are estimated at 25 mpg city, 32 mpg highway and 27 mpg combined.

Mercedes-Benz GLE Goes On Sale Next Year


The new Mercedes-Benz GLE has a 3.1 inch longer wheelbase than its predecessor with legroom in the second seat row increasing by 2.7 inches to 41.1 inches. The new Mercedes-Benz GLE will offer a 255 horsepower 2.0L Inline-4 turbo engine for the GLE 350 and GLE 350 4MATICand a new 362 horsepower 3.0L inline six-cylinder turbo engine with EQ Boost in the GLE 450 4MATIC. The Integrated-Starter Generator is responsible for functions such as EQ Boost and energy recuperation, while allowing fuel savings that were previously reserved for high-voltage hybrid technology. A camera in the overhead console registers movements of the driver's and front passenger's hands and arms so when a hand approaches the touchscreen or the Touchpad on the center console, the media display changes and individual, elements are highlighted. The system is able to distinguish the driver's hand from that of the front passenger, and therefore knows which seat the massage function is to be activated on, for example. The new Mercedes- Benz GLE will celebrate its World Premiere at the Paris Motor Show in October 2018 and will go on sale in the U.S. in 2019.

2019 Lexus UX 200 Starts At $33,025


The 2019 Lexus UX 200 introduces a new169 horsepower 2.0 liter, four-cylinder engine coupled with a new 10-speed Direct Shift Direct Shift Continuously Variable Transmission while the all-wheel drive UX 250h pairs a 2.0 liter gas engine with a new fourth-generation hybrid drive system engineered specifically for this platform. The 2019 Lexus UX 200 will start at $33,025 (including $1,025 delivery, preparation & handling). The UX 250h will follow in January 2019 with a starting MSRP of $34,000*, adding all-wheel drive, increased power and better fuel efficiency, for only $2,000 more. The F SPORT package is available for both the UX 200 and UX 250h. Urban + X-over (crossover) = UX.

2019 BMW X2 M35i Coming Soon


The new 2019 BMW X2 M35i featuring a 302 horsepower 2.0L TwinPower turbocharged engine comes standard with xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive technology in conjunction with the 8-speed sport automatic transmission including Launch Control. The BMW X2 M35i is capable of accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.9 seconds. The new 2019 BMW X2 M35i goes into production in November for the U.S market.

BMW X5 xDrive45e iPerformance Coming In 2020


The new BMW X5 xDrive45e iPerformance combines a model-specific in-line 286 horsepower 3.0-liter 6-cylinder BMW TwinPower Turbo engine with a 112 horsepower plug-hybrid drive for a system total of 394 horsepower. Its electrically powered range is now approximately 50 miles, almost three times that of its predecessor. The specs and information refers to European models coming next year while U.S. specific vehicle information will be finalized closer to market launch in 2020 as a 2021 model year.

2019 Hyundai Elantra Starts At $17,985 Now


The redesigned 2019 Hyundai Elantra, now in its sixth generation, is powered by either a 2.0L 4-cylinder or 1.4L Turbo GDI 4-cylinder engine, and starts at $17,985 (including $885 freight charges) for the SE model which is now equipped with rearview camera with five-inch color screen, Bluetooth handsfree phone connectivity, and steering wheel audio controls. The high-volume Elantra SEL is priced at $20,285. SmartSense technologies on the 2019 Elantra include: Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Keep Assist, and Driver Attention Warning, which are all standard on the 2019 Elantra SEL trim and above.

Tuesday, September 4, 2018

Mercedes-Benz EQC Goes Into Production Next Year


The new Mercedes-Benz EQC, the first Mercedes-Benz model launched under the new product and technology brand EQ and the first fully electric SUV from Mercedes-Benz, is powered by a dual motor electric drivetrain at each axle, with a combined output of 402 horsepower with an estimated electric range of around 200 miles. The EQC supports its driver with five driving programs through DYNAMIC SELECT, each with different characteristics: COMFORT, ECO, MAX RANGE, SPORT and INDIVIDUAL for an individually customizable program. Production of the EQC is set to begin in 2019 at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Bremen on the same line as the C-Class Sedan and Wagon, GLC and GLC Coupe.

2019 Hyundai Santa Fe XL Starts At $31,830


The 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe XL, formerly the long wheelbase three-row, seven-passenger Santa Fe, has a choice of a 185 horsepower 2.4-liter inline four-cylinder GDI engine or a turbocharged 235 horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine mated to a brand-new eight-speed automatic transmission. The SE FWD model starts at $31,830 (including $980 freight charges) for the SE FWD model.

2019 Nissan Frontier Starts At $19,985 Now


The 2019 Nissan Frontier mid-size pickup, available in both King Cab and Crew Cab body styles and in 4x2 and 4x4 driveline configurations, along with a choice of a 261 horsepower 4.0-liter DOHC V6 engine or a 152-horsepower 2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder engine (King Cab only), starts at $19,985 (including $995 destination and handling). The five trim grades are an S (4-cylinder and V6), SV, PRO-4X (4x4 only), Desert Runner (4x2 V6 only) and SL (Crew Cab V6 only). The 2019 Nissan Frontier gets a standard 7.0-inch color audio display touchscreen for S and SV grades and is on sale now at Nissan dealers nationwide.

Friday, August 24, 2018

Audi PB 18 e-tron Concept Shown At Pebble Beach


The all-electric Audi PB 18 e-tron concept (referring to both to the Pebble Beach venue for the premiere and to the technological DNA it shares with the LMP1 racing car Audi R18 e-tron) uses three electric motors, delivering up to 201 horsepower to the front axle and 603 horsepower to the rear with a maximum output of 670 horsepower, with boosting, the driver can temporarily mobilize up to 764 horsepower. The production version of this groundbreaking e-SUV, named Audi e-tron, will debut in September.

2019 Acura NSX Starts At $159,300 Now for October Delivery


The 2019 Acura NSX is powered by a 573 horsepower Sport Hybrid SH-AWD® twin-turbocharged mid‑mounted V6 engine paired with a 9-speed dual clutch transmission. An electric Direct Drive Motor integrated with the engine and transmission supplements the engine with instantaneous electric torque. Containing two additional electric motors, the front-mounted Twin Motor Unit continuously varies torque, both positive and negative, to the left and right front wheels to enhance handling precision and cornering capabilities. The NSX's Integrated Dynamics System offers Quiet, Sport, Sport+ and Track modes. The 2019 model starts at $159,300 (including an $1,800 destination charge), an increase of $1,500 over the 2018 model with $4,700 in previously optional content now standard (4-way power sport seats, Satellite-Linked Navigation, ELS Studio® premium audio, proximity sensors and aluminum sport pedals). The 2019 NSX is available for order today with U.S. deliveries slated to begin in October.

2019 BMW Z4 M40i Coming In Q2 2019


The all-new 2019 BMW Z4 M40i First Edition comes with an updated version of BMW’s 3.0 liter inline 6-cylinder engine, a BMW M tuned sports suspension with electronically controlled dampers, M Sport braking system and an electronically controlled M Sport rear differential. Full Z4 model details and specifications will be announced on September 18 and the all-new 2019 BMW Z4 30i will arrive in U.S. BMW Centers in Spring 2019 with the BMW Z4 M40i (including the First Edition) arriving in the second quarter.

2019 GMC Sierra Denali Arriving At Dealerships


The all-new 2019 GMC Sierra Denali, the flagship of the next-generation Sierra lineup, is powered by an available 420 horsepower 6.2L V-8 engine paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission and offered as a crew cab has nearly 3 inches of additional rear-seat legroom compared to the previous model. The all-new Traction Select System allows drivers to choose from preset available drive modes that have been tailored for different terrain or weather conditions.

Tuesday, August 21, 2018

All-New 2019 Audi A6 Starts At $59,895


The all-new 2019 Audi A6 is powered by an all-new 335 horsepower 3.0-liter TFSI® turbocharged V6 engine mated to a seven-speed S-tronic transmission, 30 pounds less than its predecessor. New for 2019, the A6 will come standard equipped with 48-volt Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle system under the rear cargo floor. Power is supplied from the 10Ah battery to a belt alternator starter. Also new for this year’s model is the all-new MMI touch response® system with MMI search based on free text input and natural voice control where drivers can speak requests such as, “I’m cold,” to which the A6 will respond with, “What temperature would you like to set the cabin to?” The A6 processes questions and commands through onboard stored data and information from the cloud. The all-new 2019 A6 starts at $59,895 (including the $995 destination charge).

2019 RS 5 Sportback Starts At $73,195 At Yearend


The 2019 RS 5 Sportback five-door coupe with seating for five, is powered by a 444 horsepower 2.9 liter TFSI V6 biturbo engine coupled with eight-speed Tiptronic® transmission and quattro sport rear differential. Standard systems include Audi pre sense® basic, Audi pre sense city, Audi side assist, Audi pre sense rear with rear cross traffic assist, as well as available adaptive cruise control with stop & go and traffic jam assist, traffic sign recognition, Audi active lane assist and high beam assistant. New for 2019, for assistance in parking scenarios, the RS 5 Sportback also receives available Audi park steering assist that can automatically steer the car into detected parallel or perpendicular parking spaces using ultrasonic sensors located in the front and rear bumpers and on the sides. The RS 5 Sportback is coming to the U.S. market at the end of 2018 starting at $75,195 (including $995 destination charge).

Thursday, August 16, 2018

2019 Nissan Sentra Starts At $18,685 Now


The 2019 Nissan Sentra, powered by a 124-horsepower 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine mated to an Xtronic transmission or a 6-speed manual transmission which is also available with the 130 horsepower Sentra S grade. The Sentra SR Turbo and Sentra NISMO feature a 188 horsepower 1.6-liter Direct Injection turbocharged engine. The Sentra NISMO offers a choice of 6-speed manual or specially tuned Xtronic transmission. For the 2019 model year, all Sentra grades (except Sentra S) receive standard NissanConnectSM with Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™. Pricing starts at $18,685 (including $895 destination and handling) for the Sentra S with 6-speed manual transmission.

2019 Honda Civic Sedan and Coupe Get Refreshed


The refreshed 10th-generation 2019 Honda Civic Sedan and Coupe include updated styling, a new Sport trim positioned between the LX and EX for both body styles and standard Honda Sensing® technology which includes Collision Mitigation Braking System™ with Forward Collision Warning, Road Departure Mitigation incorporating Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping Assist System, and Adaptive Cruise Control. The Sport trim features a high-revving 2.0-liter 16-valve DOHC VTEC® engine mated to either a smooth and efficient CVT with G-Shift Control or a slick-shifting 6-speed manual.

Wednesday, August 15, 2018

All-New 2019 Audi A7 Starts At $68,995


The all-new 2019 Audi A7 five-door coupe is powered by an all-new 335 horsepower 3.0-liter TFSI® turbocharged V6 engine mated to a seven-speed S-tronic transmission with auto, comfort, dynamic and individual drive select modes. All A7 models will come standard equipped with a 48-volt Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle technology system stored under the rear cargo floor. Power is supplied from the 10Ah battery to a belt alternator starter. New for 2019 is an all-new MMI touch response® system and available advanced driver assistance systems including adaptive cruise assist and Audi pre-sense 360o along with all new headlight and taillight technologies. The all-new 2019 Audi A7 starts at $68,995 (including $995 destination charge).

2019 Mazda CX-9 Arriving At Dealerships


The 2019 Mazda CX-9, powered by a SKYACTIV-G 2.5T turbocharged engine that delivers up to 250 horsepower on 93-octane gas (227 horsepower with 87-octane gasoline) and mated to a six-speed SKYACTIV-DRIVE automatic transmission, starts at $32,280. The 2019 Mazda CX-9 will be in dealerships nationwide in September.

Buick Regal Avenir Arrives This Fall


The Buick Regal Avenir, the top trim level as already seen in the Enclave and LaCrosse, is powered by a 250-horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine mated to a nine-speed automatic transmission. Buick’s first cloud-connected1 Infotainment System debuts on Regal Avenir, enabling embedded apps and enhancing how customers interact with vehicle features such as profiles, available navigation, voice recognition system updates and applications. Owners will now be able to personalize their user preferences and seamlessly take that profile with them into any compatible vehicle. Safety and driver assistance technologies available on other Regal Sportback models come standard on Avenir, including Rear Park Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert, LED headlamps with auto leveling, cornering lamps and driver side auto-dimming mirrors. Additional active safety technologies, including Adaptive Cruise Control - Advanced, are also available. Pricing will be announced early Fall 2018 when Avenirs arrive at dealers.

All-New Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan Coming Later In 2018


The all-new Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan, available as an A 220 and as an A 220 4MATIC with a wheelbase of 107.4 inches, is powered by a 188 horsepower 2.0L inline-4 turbocharged engine mated to a 7G-DCT dual-clutch transmission. Standard safety systems include Active Brake Assist and adaptive braking technology with Hill Start Assist and the HOLD function. As an available option, KEYLESS-GO with HANDS-FREE ACCESS enables the hands-free and fully automatic opening of the trunk lid with a kicking motion of the foot under the rear bumper. PRE-SAFE® PLUS can recognize an imminent rear-end collision. The all-new 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan will go on sale in the U.S. in late 2018.

All-New 2019 Audi Q3 Coming To U.S. Next Year


The new 2019 Audi Q3, in its second generation, sits on a 3 inch longer wheelbase, powered by turbo-charged four-cylinder direct injection engines ranging from 150 to 230 horsepower mated to either a six-speed manual transmission or seven-speed S-tronic. The new Audi Q3 will begin arriving at European dealerships in November 2018 with U.S. model specifications to follow closer to its launch in 2019.

2019 Honda HR-V With CVT Plus New Features


The 2019 Honda HR-V 5-door subcompact SUV, powered by a 141 horsepower 1.8-liter DOHC i-VTEC® 4-cylinder engine mated to a Continuously Variable automatic Transmission, adds new Sport and Touring trims for a starting price of $21,615 (including $995 destination and handling). For the 2019 model year, HR-V EX and higher trims come standard with the Honda Sensing® suite that includes Adaptive Cruise Control, Collision Mitigation Braking System™, Lane Keeping Assist System and Road Departure Mitigation incorporating Lane Departure Warning. EX and higher trims receive Honda LaneWatch™ as standard equipment.

Hyundai Veloster N Coming In The 4th Quarter


Hyundai Veloster N, a high-performance vehicle off the new-for-2019 Veloster platform offering a comprehensive differentiation beyond the Veloster Turbo and R-Spec models, is powered by a 275 horsepower 2.0-liter, direct-injected turbocharged powerplant mated to a short-throw six-speed manual transmission with downshift rev-matching capability. Modes include Normal, Sport, N, Eco and N Custom, differentiating engine throttle response, engine speed rev-matching, exhaust note, active differential tuning, suspension damping rates, steering feel and yaw-control characteristics. N Custom mode allows comprehensive driving character preferences via uniquely customizable settings for each tunable driving attribute.The Veloster N begins production in September in Korea, with U.S. market availability in the fourth quarter of 2018.

2019 Audi A8 Coming This Fall Starting At $83,800


The all-new 2019 Audi A8, in its fourth generation, is powered by a new 335 horsepower 3.0 liter V6 turbo engine mated to an eight-speed Tiptronic® automatic transmission and quattro® all-wheel drive and will start with a price of $83,800. Optional interior features include rear right passenger relaxation seat with heated massaging footrest, front 22-way seats with massage and ventilation, front and rear heated center and door armrests and folding productivity tables in center console. New A8 driver assistance systems included in the driver assistance package are the Adaptive Cruise Assist function that assists the driver with acceleration, braking and steering at low speed and in traffic jam situations, Intersection assist that helps the driver avoid low-speed collisions with cross traffic in front of the car when entering an intersection or when leaving a parking space with an obstructed view, and Emergency assist that detects if the driver is unresponsive and brings the car to a stop in its lane, engages emergency hazard lights and places an emergency SOS call. The all-new 2019 A8 will go on sale in the Fall of 2018 with the 3.0 liter V6 TFSI engine. A V8 engine will be available by Summer of 2019.

2019 Acura MDX Starts At $45,295 Now


The 2019 Acura MDX, powered by a 290 horsepower 3.5-liter direct-injected i-VTEC® 24-valve V6 engine mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission, with standard AcuraWatch® technology and available Super-Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) carries a starting MSRP of $45,295 (including $995 destination and handling) while the new MDX A-Spec starts at $55,795 with standard SH-AWD®. The 2019 MDX can now be optioned with Acura's Active Damper System, previously available only on the MDX Sport Hybrid, expanding the dynamic “range” of the driver-selectable Integrated Dynamics System. The 2019 MDX with front-wheel drive has an EPA fuel economy rating of 20/27/23 mpg (city/highway/combined), A-Spec is rated at 19/25/21, and all other models with SH-AWD® have an EPA rating of 19/26/22 mpg (city/highway/combined. The 2019 MDX Sport Hybrid go on sale this month. 

2019 Honda Pilot Starts At $32,445 Now


The redesigned and refreshed 2019 Honda Pilot 8-seat SUV, now on sale, powered by a 280 horsepower 3.5-liter V6 24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC engine mated to either a 6-speed automatic or 9-speed automatic transmission (available in Touring and Elite trims), starts at $32,445 (including $995 destination and handling) for the 2019 Pilot LX with standard front-wheel drive and tops out at over $50,000 for the Pilot Touring w/ Rear Captain's Chairs and AWD.

New for 2019 are front bumper, taillights, hands-free power tailgate, new trim around the vents, available 3-way heated front seats, and wider fold-down armrests for the driver and front passenger. Additionally, second-row captain's chairs are now available on both Touring and Elite models (previously Elite only) and second-row retractable sunshades are available on EX-L, Touring and Elite grades. For 2019, all Pilot models come standard with the Honda Sensing suite including Collision Mitigation Braking System™ with Forward Collision Warning, Road Departure Mitigation, Lane Keeping Assist System and Adaptive Cruise Control.

2019 Dodge Durango Coming This Fall


2019 Dodge Durango three-row SUV with available all-wheel-drive capability on all models, comes in SRT, GT and Citadel, powered by a 295 horsepower 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine mated to a TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission, the R/T powered by a 360 horsepower 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine and SRT powered by a 475 horsepower 392-cubic-inch HEMI® V-8. Dealers can now place orders for the 2019 Dodge Durango. Towing capacity is 6,200, 7,400 or 8,700 pounds depending on model and engine. New for 2019, Durango Citadel models feature standard second-row captain’s chairs and an available 825-watt, 19-speaker Harman Kardon audio system. Vehicles are scheduled to start arriving in Dodge dealerships this Fall.

Maserati Levante GTS Starts At $119,980


The all-new Maserati Levante GTS, powered by the new 550 horsepower Ferrari-assembled 3.8-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine mated to an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission with the standard Q4 Intelligent All-Wheel-Drive system, sprints from 0-60 mph in 4.0 seconds to a top speed of 181 mph and starts at $119,980.

2019 BMW M850i xDrive Coupe Arrives In December


The all-new 2019 BMW M850i xDrive Coupe, marking the return of the BMW 8 Series luxury sports coupe after 20 years, will start at $112,895 (including $995 destination and handling) when the 523 horsepower coupe arrives in U.S. showrooms on December 8th.

Friday, July 6, 2018

2019 Subaru Impreza Starts At $19,480 This Summer


The 2019 Subaru Impreza sedan and 5-door models, is powered by a 152 horsepower 2.0-liter 4-cylinder Boxer engine with direct fuel injection mated to a 7-speed manual mode function with steering wheel paddle shifters to achieve up to 38 highway MPG. Impreza arrives at Subaru retailers this Summer starting at $19,480 (including $885 destination & delivery).

2019 BMW X5 Starts At $61,695 In November


The all-new 4th generation 2019 BMW X5 Sports Activity Vehicle, arriving in U.S. showrooms on November 10th, 2018, starts at $61,695 (including $995 destination and handling) for the X5 xDrive40i and $76,745 for the 50i xDrive. Standard equipment on the all-new 2019 BMW X5 will include a Sport Automatic Transmission with launch control, Dynamic Damper Control, BMW Live Cockpit Professional with navigation, two 12.3” digital displays, and running the seventh generation of BMW iDrive operating system, Adaptive Full LED headlamps, Active Blind Spot Detection, Frontal Collision Warning with City Collision Mitigation, Panoramic Glass Sunroof and pre-wiring for 6,600 lb. trailer towing.

2019 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye Coming In 4th Quarter


The new 2019 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye is powered by a 797 horsepower 6.2-liter Supercharged HEMI® V-8 engine mated to a TorqueFlite 8HP90 eight-speed automatic transmission.
Available on Challenger SRT Hellcat and R/T Scat Pack models for 2019 is the Widebody Package first seen on the 2018 Challenger SRT Hellcat which adds 3.5 inches to the overall width. Production of the 2019 Dodge Challenger lineup starts in the Fall of 2018, with vehicles starting to arrive in dealerships in the fourth quarter.


2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Starts At $26,480


The all-new 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe, starts at $26,480 (including $980 in freight charges) for the SE 2.4 model which includes Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Blind-Spot Collison-Avoidance Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Safe Exit Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Driver Attention Warning, Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go. The five-passenger Santa Fe Sport is now called Santa Fe. The current long wheelbase three-row, seven-passenger model called Santa Fe will be renamed Santa Fe XL for the 2019 model year. An all-new three-row, eight-passenger SUV is currently under development and will carry an all-new name.

Thursday, June 21, 2018

Video: All-New 2019 Volkswagen Jetta Went On Sale In May


VW Jetta Product Manager Dan Shapiro describes the all-new 2019 Volkswagen Jetta that went on sale in May. Click to watch. The all-new 2019 Volkswagen Jetta, available in S, SE, SEL, SEL Premium and R-Line trim levels, offers a 1.3 inch longer wheelbase at 105.7 inches and is powered by a 147 horsepower 1.4-liter turbocharged and direct-injection TSI® engine mated to a new standard six-speed manual transmission, with an eight-speed automatic transmission optional on the base model and standard on higher trims. The all-new 2019 Jetta pricing starts at $19,395 (including $850 destination fee), less than the outgoing base model.

2019 Volvo S60 - Built In The U.S. - Starts At $35,800


The new 2019 Volvo S60 luxury sedan, built at the company’s first American manufacturing plant outside Charleston, South Carolina, is powered by a choice of the T5 FWD for $35,800, T6 AWD for $40,300 and turbo charged and supercharged T8 Twin Engine Plug-In Hybrid delivering 313 horsepower with a rear electric motor adding 87 horsepower for a combined power output of 400 horsepower for $54,400. The new S60 is available via traditional purchase, lease and Care by Volvo, a premium subscription service, which offers car access with no down payment via a monthly flat rate of $775 for a well-equipped S60 T6 AWD Momentum and $850 a month for the S60 T6 AWD R-Design. The City Safety with Autobrake technology assists the driver in avoiding potential collisions by recognizing pedestrians, cyclists and large animals and engaging auto braking to mitigate oncoming collisions. The optional Pilot Assist system supports the driver with steering, acceleration and braking on well-marked roads up to 80 mph. The S60 also includes Run-off Road Mitigation, Oncoming Lane Mitigation and optional Cross Traffic Alert with autobrake.

2019 Honda Insight Starts At $23,725


The 2019 Honda Insight, with an EPA rating of up to 55 mpg in the city, is powered by Honda's third generation 151 horsepower two-motor hybrid drivetrain with a 1.5-liter DOHC i-VTEC Atkinson-cycle inline-4 engine with 40.5-percent thermal efficiency paired to an electric propulsion motor without the need for a conventional automatic transmission. The 2019 Insight, in LX, EX, and Touring trim levels, starts at $23,725 (including $895 destination and handling) and joins Honda's lineup of electrified vehicles that includes the Clarity Fuel Cell, Clarity Electric and Clarity Plug-In Hybrid and the recently introduced Accord Hybrid.

2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata Starts At $23,725 This Fall


The 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata, with an available brown canvas soft top, receives a new 181 horsepower SKYACTIV-G 2.0-liter engine and comes standard with a new rearview camera and newly available features such as Traffic Sign Recognition and Smart City Brake Support in addition to other i-ACTIVSENSE safety technologies. The 2019 MX-5 goes on sale in the U.S. this Fall.

2019 BMW 8 Series Coupe Loaded With Features


The all-new 2019 BMW 8 Series Coupe, initially available as the BMW M850i xDrive variant, is powered by a new 523 horsepower 4.4-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo V8 engine mated to an eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission with wider ratios and sportier gear shifts. The Driving Experience Control switch has SPORT and SPORT+ and the comfort-oriented damper setting in ECO Pro and COMFORT modes. When travelling at speeds between 9 – 99 mph, the powertrain is decoupled as soon as the driver lifts off the accelerator so the vehicle can then simply coast along at idling speed and with minimized fuel consumption. There's active steering of the rear wheels by up to 2.5 degrees. The standard audio system comprises eleven speakers and a digital amplifier, while the optional Harman Kardon Surround Sound System features 16 speakers, and there's an optional Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System. Also available in addition to optional heated seats are newly designed climate seats for driver and front passenger where cooled air is drawn in from the interior then guided along the body to the seats’ built-in fans for particularly effective temperature control of the seat cushions and backrests.

The BMW 8 Series Coupe is equipped with standard Cruise Control with braking function as well as Collision and Pedestrian Warning with City Braking function, the latest version of which alerts the driver when a cyclist is detected. Depending on the situation, the system can bring the vehicle to a halt to either avoid a collision or minimize its consequences. For parking and maneuvering, the active Park Distance Control with sensors at the front and rear is standard and provides visual and acoustic warnings to avoid colliding with obstacles at the sides or rear of the vehicle.

Monday, June 4, 2018

2019 Nissan 370Z Starts At $30,875 Now


The 2019 Nissan 370Z Coupe, powered by a 332-horsepower 3.7-liter DOHC V6 engine with Variable Valve Event and Lift Control, and choice of 6-speed manual transmission with an available SynchroRev Match® synchronized downshift rev matching system or a 7-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters, starts at $30,875 (including $885 destination and handling).

The 2019 Nissan 370Z Roadster, offered in 370Z Roadster, 370Z Touring Roadster and 370Z Sport Touring Roadster trim levels, starts at $42,705 (including $885 destination and handling).

The 2019 high-performance Nissan 370Z NISMO, powered by a potent 350-horsepower 3.7-liter DOHC V6 engine with Variable Valve Event and Lift Control with two transmission choices are offered for the 370Z NISMO model – a close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission with standard SynchroRev Match® or a refined 7-speed automatic with Downshift Rev Matching, Adaptive Shift Control and manual shift mode with paddle shifters, starts at $46,575 (including $885 destination and handling).

The 2019 Nissan Z® is offered in a total of 10 models - five 370Z Coupe models, two 370Z NISMO models and three 370Z Roadster models.

Video: 2019 Acura RDX Telematics Tour


The all-new 2019 Acura RDX on a 2.6-inch longer wheelbase, powered by a 272 horsepower direct-injected and turbocharged 2.0-liter, 16-valve powerplant with DOHC VTEC® valvetrain mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission, just went on sale June 1 starting at $38,295 (including $995 destination and handling), the same price as the outgoing model equipped with AcuraWatch™ (now standard). The RDX SH-AWD with Advance Package is priced at $48,395.

The RDX offers the optional next generation of Acura Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™. The new RDX has Technology Package and Advance Package upgrades. Available features, depending on trim, include 16-way power adjustable heated and ventilated front seats, a 10.5-inch full-color Head-Up Display, 16-channel Acura ELS Studio 3D™ premium audio, Surround View Camera System, Cross Traffic Monitor and blind spot information System. The RDX is available with the A-Spec sport appearance package, which includes 20-inch wheels and low-profile 245/45R20 tires, gloss black exterior accents, large-diameter exhaust finishers and A-Spec badging. The 2019 Acura RDX was designed at the Los Angeles Acura Design Studio.

Andrew Quillin, Assistant Manager, Western Region, Acura Public Relations describes new touchpad telematics on the all-new 2019 Acura RDX. Click here to watch.

Wednesday, May 30, 2018

Video: 2018 VW Atlas Telematics Tour


Nicole Redding, Volkswagen of America Manager, Lifestyle, Innovation & Regional Communications describes the features of the 2018 Volkswagen Atlas telematics and infotainment system. Click here to view.

The 2018 Volkswagen Atlas is a seven-passenger SUV measuring 198.3 inches long, 77.9 inches wide and 69.6 inches high coming with either a 238 horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged and direct-injection TSI® four cylinder or a 280 horsepower 3.6-liter VR6 engine mated to an eight-speed transmission in front-wheel-drive or with available 4Motion all-wheel-drive in VR6 trims. Also available is Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking, Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Traffic Alert, Lane Departure Warning which actively helps the driver steer the car back into its lane and Parking Steering Assistant. The 2018 Volkswagen Atlas is built alongside the Passat at the Volkswagen Chattanooga assembly plant.