Wednesday, August 9, 2023

2024 Lexus RX 350 Starts At $49,950

The 2024 Lexus RX 350, offered in Standard, Premium, Premium+, Luxury, F SPORT Handling and F SPORT Performance grade levels starting at $49,950 (including $1,350 destination, preparation and handling fee), is powered by a 275 horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine mated to an eight-speed Direct Shift-8AT automatic transmission in the RX 350 (FWD/AWD). The RX 350h (AWD), starting at $51,800, has a hybrid motor coupled with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder Atkinson-cycle gasoline engine with 246 total system horsepower. The RX 450h+ Plugin Hybrid Electric Vehicle, starting at $70,080, is powered by a high-capacity lithium-ion battery paired with a 2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder engine (shared with NX), delivering a manufacturer-estimated combined 83 MPGe rating and an EPA-estimated 35-mile driving range rating on electric power only. RX 500h F SPORT Performance AWD, starting at $63,800, has a 271 horsepower 2.4-liter turbocharged inline-four that’s matched to a six-speed automatic transmission and integrated Power Control Unit. An 80-kW eAxle consisting of an inverter and motor provides power to the rear wheels for a DIRECT4 all-wheel drive system of 366 horsepower.

2024 Nissan TITAN Pickup Starts At $47,665

The 2024 Nissan TITAN, powered by a 400 horsepower 5.6-liter Endurance® V8 gasoline engine, is on sale now with a starting MSRP of $47,665 (including $1,895 destination and handling) for the TITAN SV Crew Cab 4x2. TITAN adds the $2,980.SV Bronze Edition Package with black and bronze visual enhancements, including bronze 20-inch wheels, a gloss-black front grille surround and black front bumper, a sport bar and Bronze Edition floor mats. TITAN XD is built on a frame and chassis with an extended 151.6-inch wheelbase, about 12 inches longer than TITAN models, and features a 6.5-foot bed, and is available only with four-wheel drive with a starting price of $53,825 and going up to $67,735 for the TITAN XD Platinum Reserve Crew Cab 4x4. Nissan Safety Shield® 3604, a suite of six advanced driver-assist systems, is also standard on every TITAN.

Tuesday, August 1, 2023

2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Coming In Spring 2024

The 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser, powered by a 326 horsepower i-FORCE MAX turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder hybrid powertrain, is making its return to the U.S. market after a three-year hiatus. Land Cruiser’s new i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain comes standard on all grades and pairs a turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine with a 48-hp electric motor integrated into an eight-speed transmission feeding off a 1.87-kWh NiMH battery pack. The new Land Cruiser is 4.4 inches narrower and 1.2 inches shorter with an approach angle up to 31.0 degrees and max departure to 22.0 degrees while breakover angle reaches 25.0 degrees. Ground clearance is up to 8.7 inches. Limited to 5,000 units for the first two months of production, Land Cruiser will be offered in a First Edition grade that includes two new two-tone paint colors and additional off-road equipment and will be built in Toyota Motor Corporation’s Tahara and Hino plants in Japan and arrive in the U.S. in the Spring of 2024. Manufacturer’s suggested retail pricing will start in the mid-$50,000 range and be announced closer to its on-sale date.

2024 Mercedes-AMG EQE Starts At $110,450 Now

The 2024 Mercedes-AMG EQE SUV, with two dynamic electric motors producing up to 677 horsepower to a fully variable all-wheel drive, has AMG air suspension, rear-axle steering and AMG-specific roll bar stabilization. AMG Night Package and AMG Night Package Plus are available exterior design packages with exterior accents finished in gloss black and black chrome. The 2024 Mercedes-AMG EQE is now available in U.S. dealerships and starts at $110,450 (including $1,150 destination and delivery charge).

2024 Lexus RX 450h+ Starts At $70,080 Late 2023

The 2024 Lexus RX 450h+ is powered by a high-capacity lithium-ion battery paired with a 2.5-liter inline 4-cylinder engine (shared with NX) for a manufacturer-estimated combined 83 MPGe rating and 35-mile driving range rating on electric power only. Using the maximum charging current of 240V and under ideal conditions, the Lexus RX 450h+ can be fully charged in approximately two-and-a-half hours using the standard 6.6 kW Onboard Charger. The 2024 Lexus RX 450h+comes standard with Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 and an available driver monitor system. The starting MSRP is $70,080 (including Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee) and will be available by the end of 2023.

2024 Mazda CX-5 Starts At $30,675 This Fall

The 2024 Mazda CX-5, the brand’s best-selling vehicle in the U.S., is powered by the 187 horsepower Skyactiv-G 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with cylinder deactivation paired with a six-speed automatic transmission with manual mode and sport mode and coupled with G-Vectoring Control Plus continuously monitoring weight distribution and shifting power to the appropriate wheels. New for 2024 is the inclusion of i-Stop technology, which improves EPA estimated fuel economy to 26 mpg city, 31 mpg freeway and 28 mpg combined, a two-mpg combined improvement. The CX-5 is now available with new colors including Platinum Quartz or Zircon Sand Metallic exterior premium paint color when opting for the newly available Carbon Turbo. All 2024 CX-5 models will retain standard i-Activ all-wheel drive in the U.S. when they arrive in dealerships nationwide this Fall with a starting MSRP of $30,675 (including $1,375 for destination and handling).

Monday, July 31, 2023

Mopar ‘23 Dodge Challenger and Charger R/T Scat Pack Widebody In October

The Mopar ‘23 Dodge Challenger and Charger R/T Scat Pack Widebody models, powered by a 485 horsepower392 HEMI® V-8 mated to the Tremec 6-speed manual transmission with the TorqueFlite 8-speed automatic transmission is available on the Mopar ‘23 Challenger and standard on the Mopar ‘23 Charger. There will be limited production of 440 units (220 of each model). The Mopar ’23 Special Edition Package is $3,995. Production starts in September with deliveries expected to begin in October.

2025 Volvo EX30 Starts At $34,950

The all-new, fully electric 2025 Volvo EX30 with the Single Motor Extended Range rear wheel drive variant option gives an estimated range of 275 miles between charges. The Twin Motor Performance all-wheel drive variant pairs the battery with an additional e-motor on the front axle for 422 horsepower and starts at $34,950.

2024 Subaru BRZ tS Arrives First Quarter 2024

The 2024 Subaru BRZ tS, equipped with STI-tuned front and rear Hitachi® dampers to maximize its light weight, ultra-low center of gravity and precision handling, is powered by a 228 horsepower 2.4-liter SUBARU BOXER® engine paired with a six-speed close-ratio manual transmission. For the first time, EyeSight Driver Assist Technology is now standard on a Subaru model equipped with a manual transmission. Pricing for the new 2024 Subaru BRZ tS will be announced later this year and arrives in Subaru retailers in the first quarter of 2024.

2024 Toyota Camry Starts At $26,420 In September

The 2024 Toyota Camry midsize sedan, in its eighth design generation, is available in LE, SE, SE Nightshade, XSE, or XLE grades. The 203 horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine is available in a choice of Front or All Wheel Drive across all grades and the 301 horsepower 3.5-liter six-cylinder engine is available for the XSE and XLE grades or standard on the performance-tuned TRD model. Both engines come paired to a direct-shift eight-speed automatic transmission. Camry Hybrids pair a 2.5-liter engine with an electric motor for a net combined output of 208 horsepower for a manufacturer-estimated 52 MPG combined rating on the LE grade. The 2024 Camry and Camry Hybrid is expected to arrive in September of 2023 for $26,420 in the FWD LE grade. The LE AWD will start at $27,820, Hybrid LE will start at $28,855 and the V6 powered Camry models will start at $33,485 MSRP with the TRD model.


Mercedes-AMG GLC 43, GLC 63 S E Preformance

The new Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 is powered by a 416 horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with electric exhaust gas turbocharger and the GLC 63 S E PERFORMANCE combines the AMG 2.0-liter turbo engine with an Electric Drive Unit on the rear axle to deliver a 671 horsepower combined system. Rear-axle steering, AMG Performance 4MATIC permanent all-wheel drive with rear-biased torque distribution, AMG SPEEDSHIFT® MCT 9G transmission with wet start-off clutch and AMG RIDE CONTROL suspension with Adaptive Damping System are standard.

2024 Mazda CX-50 Starts At $31,675

The 2024 Mazda CX-50, available in eight packages with a 187 horsepower Skyactiv-G 2.5L naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine in CX-50 2.5 S models, or a  256 horsepower Skyactiv-G 2.5L Turbocharged four-cylinder engine in CX-50 2.5 Turbo models. Both engines are mated to a Skyactiv-Drive six-speed automatic transmission. The CX-50 comes standard with i-Activ All-Wheel Drive technology and Mazda Intelligent Drive Select. CX-50 2.5 S models can tow up to 2,000 pounds when equipped with Mazda genuine towing accessories. Mazda CX-50 2.5 S Select has a starting MSRP of$31,675 (including $1,375 for destination and handling) and the Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo starts at $39,375.

2024 Chevrolet Traverse Coming In Early 2024

The all-new 2024 Chevrolet Traverse, in LS, LT, Z71 and RS trims, is powered by an all-new 315 horsepower 2.5L turbocharged engine paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and available all-wheel drive, including an off-road-capable twin-clutch AWD system for the Z71. The new Traverse has a max trailering rating of up to 5,000 pounds. Eight-passenger seating is standard on LS, with second- and third-row bench seats and seven-passenger seating is standard on LT, Z71, and RS, with the eight-passenger configuration available on LT. Seven-passenger configurations include second-row captain’s chairs with SmartSlide, which eases access to the third row, even when a child seat is installed. One-touch folding second row and power-folding third-row standard on RS. The all-new 2024 Chevrolet Traverse will be available early 2024. 

All-New Hyundai Santa Fe To Make Debut

The all-new fifth-generation Hyundai Santa Fe midsize SUV, its first full model change since 2018, boasts a curved display that connects the 12.3-inch digital cluster and infotainment system. The all-new Santa Fe will make its world premiere in August.

Wednesday, July 12, 2023

2024 GMC Canyon AT4X AEV Edition Can Be Ordered Later This Year


The 2024 GMC Canyon AT4X AEV Edition, with additional 1.5-inch lift, 12.2-inch ground clearance, 35-inch tires and upgraded hardware, has previously been powered by either a 308 horsepower 3.6L V-6 engine mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission or a 181 horsepower 2.8L Turbo-Diesel with a 6-speed automatic transmission. The GMC Canyon AT4X AEV Edition can now achieve a 38.2-degree front approach angle, a 26.9-degree breakover angle and an optimized 26.0-degree departure angle. The 2024 Canyon AT4X AEV Edition is expected to be available for customer orders later this year.

2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE Coupe Coming Early Next Year

The 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE 300 4MATIC Coupe is powered by a 255 horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and the CLE 450 4MATIC Coupe has a 375 horsepower 3.0-liter inline-six engine, both mated to a 9G-TRONIC transmission. The available engines are mild hybrids with an integrated starter generator and 48-volt electrical system. At 191 inches long, 73.2 inches wide and 56.2 inches high, the new two-door is significantly larger than the C-Class Coupe. The interior features a free-standing 12.3-inch, fully digital driver display and 11.9-inch, driver-oriented central display. A new EASY-ENTRY function ensures easy access to the rear cabin. The 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE will arrive in U.S dealerships in early 2024. 

2024 Dodge Hornet R/T Performance Hybrid

The 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T, the electrified performance vehicle from Dodge, has 288 horsepower offering 32 miles of all-electric range via a 15.5-kWh lithium-ion battery, as well as 77 MPGe and 360 miles of total range. The PowerShot feature supplies a burst of 30 horsepower, resulting in a 0 to 60 mph time of 5.6 seconds. The all-wheel-drive system adjusts power automatically between the 1.3-liter engine that powers the front axle and the electric motor that drives the rear wheels. The R/T system is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. A high-power inverter and 7.4-kW charging module allow for a full battery charge to be reached in approximately 2.5 hours using a Level 2 charger. Dodge Hornet R/T offers Sport Mode and Hybrid, Electric and E-Save hybrid driving modes.

Tuesday, July 4, 2023

2024 Lexus ES Starts At $43,190 This Summer

The 2024 Lexus ES 250 AWD has a 2.5-liter L4 engine and the ES 350 is powered by a 302 horsepower 3.5-liter V6 engine, both mated to an 8-speed Direct Shift automatic transmission. The ES 300h’s 2.5-liter, four-cylinder gas engine running on the Atkinson cycle is coupled with an electric motor and a hybrid transaxle for a combined 215 total system horsepower and an EPA-estimated MPG rating of 43/44/44 (city/highway/combined). A lithium-ion battery is located underneath the back seat, freeing up trunk space, and improving the front-to-rear weight distribution to help with better handling. The new 2024 ES is expected to arrive in dealerships this Summer starting at $43,190 (including $1,150 destination fee).

2024 BMW X1 M35i xDrive Starts At $50,895 In October

The new 2024 BMW X1 M35i xDrive all-wheel-drive Sports Activity Vehicle is powered by a 312 horsepower 2.0-liter 4-cylinder TwinPower Turbo engine mated to a 7-speed double clutch Steptronic transmission with M Sport Boost. The new BMW X1 M35i xDrive is BMW’s first model to feature the updated version of the control/operation system BMW iDrive with QuickSelect and BMW Operating System 9 to make selecting and operating various functions and digital services more intuitive and comfortable. The US launch of the new 2024 BMW X1 M35i xDrive will begin in October with a starting price of $50,895 (including $995 destination and handling).

Lotus Eletre SUV Starts At $104,747 In Europe Late Summer

 

The Lotus Eletre hyper-SUV, available in Eletre, Eletre S and Eletre R trims, offers two all-electric powertrains that delivers a range of up to 373 miles with Level 4 autonomous driving capability, fast-charging from 10-80 per cent in just 20 minutes, and acceleration from 0-62mph in 2.95 seconds on the flagship R model. The 800-volt, 112kWh Lithium-ion battery pack, compared to conventional 400-volt systems, reduces the operating current by half for the same power output. First customer deliveries started in China in March, and will follow in global markets, including Europe and the UK, later this Summer. Available to order now, priced from £89,500 ($113,593) in the UK and €95,990 ($104,747) in Europe. 

2024 Audi RS 6 Avant Starts At $126,895 This Fall

The new 2024 Audi RS 6 Avant performance and RS 7 performance models are powered by a 621 horsepower 4.0-liter biturbo V8 engine. The 2024 RS 6 Avant performance starts at $126,895 (including $1,095 destination charge) while the 2024 RS 7 performance starts at $128,895. The standard 12.3-inch Audi virtual cockpit plus also includes a new blinking shift indicator in manual transmission mode that changes the RPM display from green to yellow to red, blinking in an arrangement identical to that used in motorsport to indicate the optimal time to change gears. The new Bronze edition is limited to 125 units only available in the U.S. The 2024 Audi RS 6 Avant performance and RS 7 performance are slated to be on sale this Fall.

Friday, June 30, 2023

Test Drive: 2023 Hyundai Palisade

The 2023 Hyundai Palisade three-row SUV is powered by a responsive Atkinson-cycle 291 horsepower 3.8-liter V6, dual CVVT, direct-injected engine mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission with a multi-plate torque converter and offers both two-wheel and HTRAC® four-wheel-drive configurations. The Palisade is loaded with features including turn signal, front and rear cameras along with an overhead view monitor. The streamlined, non-distracting driver and center display is simple and easy to read. Second and third row passengers get pampered with reclining and heated seats. The ride is smooth, cabin is quiet and roomy. A key feature is the legroom trade off between second and third row passengers.

The list of safety features is long: Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Safe Exit Assist, Driver Attention Warning, High Beam Assist, Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control, Lane Following Assist, Highway Driving Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist and Remote Smart Parking Assist.

The Palisade looks like a large SUV but doesn't feel like it behind the wheel as this test drive review reveals. Pricing starts at $37,235 with this Canadian Urban Edition in the mid-$50,000 range.

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

2024 Kia Telluride Starts At $37,355

The 2024 Kia Telluride SUV, with a minor exterior restyling for a more rugged and refined look, is powered by a 291 horsepower 3.8L V6 GDI engine and starts at $37,355 (including $1,365 destination fee) for the LX FWD and goes up to a starting price of $54,550 for the SX-Prestige AWD X-Pro model. On Telluride X-Line and Telluride X-Pro models, black gloss replaces dark metallic exterior trim on the bumpers, lower door garnish, grille surround, and headlight bezels.

2024 Nissan LEAF Starts At $29,235 Now

The 2024 Nissan LEAF S, with a 40-kWh lithium-ion battery and an EPA-estimated range of up to 149 miles, is on sale now with a starting MSRP of $29,235 (including $1,095 destination and handling). The LEAF SV PLUS, with a 60-kWh battery and a range of up to 212 miles, starts at $37,285. Every LEAF comes standard with Nissan Safety Shield® 360, including Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Blind Spot Warning and Intervention and Intelligent Lane Intervention. LEAF SV PLUS also includes ProPILOT Assist and Intelligent Around View® Monitor.

Monday, June 19, 2023

2024 Subaru Ascent Starts At $35,490 This Fall

The 2024 Subaru Ascent 3-row SUV, Base, Premium, Onyx Edition, Onyx Edition Limited, Limited and Touring trim levels, is powered by a 260 horsepower 2.4-liter turbocharged BOXER engine paired with a high-torque Lineartronic® CVT (continuously variable transmission) featuring an 8-speed manual mode function and steering wheel paddle shifters. The 2024 Ascent comes standard with the latest version of EyeSight Driver Assist Technology with a Wide-Angle Mono Camera that works together with the EyeSight system’s stereo cameras and SUBARU STARLINK® 11.6-inch Multimedia Plus system. The 2024 Ascent, with a starting price of $$35,490 (including $1,295 destination & delivery), arrives in Subaru retailers this Fall.

Thursday, June 15, 2023

Tuesday, June 13, 2023

2024 Mazda3 Starts At $25,335 This Summer

The 2024 Mazda3 2.5 S models are powered by a 191 horsepower Skyactiv-G 2.5-liter engine paired with a six-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode. Other standard features include front-wheel drive, cylinder-deactivation technology, and G-Vectoring Control Plus. Standard i-Activsense safety features include Mazda Radar Cruise Control with stop and go function, Smart Brake Support, Lane Departure Warning, Lane-Keep Assist, Driver Attention Alert, High Beam Control, and, for 2024, now features Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Rear Door Alert as standard. As a sedan or hatchback, Mazda3 2.5 S FWD starts at $25,335 (including $1,165 destination charge) and will arrive at dealerships this Summer, followed by sedan models in the Fall. 

2024 Buick Envision

The new 2024 Buick Envision has a refreshed design inside and out and additional details will be released later in the year.

2024 Kia K5 Starts At $26,515

The 2024 Kia K5 sport sedan, entering its fourth model year in LXS, EX, GT, GT-Line trims, is powered by either an 180 horsepower 1.6T GDI I-4 engine or 290 horsepower 2.5T GDI 1-4 engine mated with an 8 speed DCT. The K5 carries over into 2024 with only one change and that's the GT-Line FWD trim adds heated front seats standard. The LXS starts at $$26,515 (including $1,125 destination fee).

2024 Honda CR-V Starts At $30,795 Now

The 2024 Honda CR-V adds a third hybrid-electric trim level to the 2024 CR-V lineup. Pricing of 2024 Honda CR-V starts at $30,795 (including $1,295 destination charge) for the LX 2WD. The new hybrid-electric powered 2024 CR-V Sport-L 2WD starting at $37,645 joins the lineup between the turbocharged CR-V EX-L and range-topping Sport Touring hybrid model and will begin arriving in Honda dealerships on June 14. More than 50% of CR-V sales are hybrid-electric models featuring Honda's 4th-generation two-motor hybrid system with combined system output of 204 horsepower. The hybrid powertrain brings an EPA city rating of 43 mpg in the city for Sport and Sport-L versus 28 mpg for EX/EX-L, and a combined rating of 40 mpg for Sport and Sport-L versus 30 mpg for EX/EX-L (all with 2WD).

2024 Lexus TX SUV Coming This Fall

The 2024 Lexus TX three-row SUV, made specifically for the North American market, comes in Standard, Premium, Luxury and F SPORT Performance grades. The TX 350 (FWD/AWD) is powered by a 2.4L turbocharged inline-4 engine. The TX 500h (DIRECT4 AWD only) offers a 2.4L turbocharged Parallel Hybrid system and is available exclusively as F SPORT Performance. The TX 550h+ (DIRECT4 AWD only) plug-in hybrid vehicle offers a 3.5L V6 engine with DIRECT4 with a manufacturer projected estimated EV range rating of 33 miles. This is the first Lexus PHEV assembled in North America and this powertrain will be available at a later date. TX will be exclusively assembled by Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Indiana, and is the first Lexus vehicle to be assembled there. The 2024 TX 350 and 500h are expected to go on sale this Fall. The 2024 TX 550h+ is expected to go on sale at a later date.

2024 Lexus GX Coming In Early 2024

The all-new 2024 Lexus GX, redesigned from the ground up with an increased wheelbase of 2.36 inches and overall width increase of 3.74 inches compared to the previous-generation GX and is in offered in Premium, Premium+, Luxury, Luxury+, and all-new for Lexus, Overtrail and Overtrail+ grades. With seating for up to 7, the 2024 GX shares the GA-F platform introduced on the current-generation LX 600. At launch in the U.S., GX will come standard with a 349 horsepower twin-turbocharged 3.4L V6 engine paired with a 10-speed Direct Shift Automatic Transmission. Towing capacity which has increased to 8,000 lbs. for Premium, Premium+ and Overtrail grades with the standard tow hitch. The 2024 GX is expected to go on sale in early 2024. A hybrid powertrain will be available in the U.S. at a later date.

Volvo EX30 Starts At $34,950 For Ordering Now

The fully electric Volvo EX30 small premium SUV starts at $34,950 MSRP in the US. The single-motor, extended range option gives you an estimated range of 275 miles between charges. The all-wheel drive variant of the EX30 provides 422 horsepower. The extended-range Twin Motor variant has a charging capacity of up to 153 kW that means you can charge your battery from 10 to 80 per cent in a little over 26.5 minutes. Available for pre-order now in the US.

2024 Jeep® Wrangler Starts At $33,690 This Summer

The new 2024 Jeep® Wrangler, comes in Sport, Sport S, Sahara, Willys, Rubicon, new Rubicon X, High Altitude and Rubicon 392 trims, starts at $33,690 (including $1,795 destination) and goes to $89,390 for the Rubicon 392 powered by a 470-horsepower 6.4-liter V-8 engine mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission. The 4xe lineup is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged PHEV 4xe with an eight-speed automatic transmission delivering 375 horsepower, and 21 miles of all-electric range for 49 MPGe.  Other engine options are the 270 horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged I-4 engine with an eight-speed automatic transmission and the 285 horsepower 3.6-liter gas engine can be paired with either a six-speed manual transmission or an eight-speed automatic transmission. New for the 2024 model year, is full-float Dana rear axle, new available factory Warn winch and increased 5,000-pound tow capability. Inside, available 12-way power front seats, standard 12.3-inch Uconnect 5 touchscreen radio and standard side curtain airbags for the first and second rows. The new 2024 Jeep® Wrangler will start to arrive in U.S. Jeep dealerships this Summer. 

Sunday, June 4, 2023

Volkswagen ID. Buzz three-row Microbus Coming Next Year

 Volkswagen ID. Buzz three-row Microbus, nearly 10 inches longer than the two-row European Buzz that debuted in 2022, sits on a 127.5-inch wheelbase versus 117.6 inches for the two-row. The new APP550 rear-mounted motor is a PMS (permanent magnet synchronous) design that produces 282 horsepower with a 91 kWh (gross) battery mounted in the floor. All-wheel drive is available for the three-row ID. Buzz at launch, with about 330 horsepower and dual motors. The new electric motor of the ID. Buzz increases the top speed to an electronically limited 99 mph, up from the two-row’s 90 mph. The three-row ID. Buzz is planned for sale in the North American market starting in 2024.

Thursday, June 1, 2023

2024 Toyota Tacoma Coming Later This Year

 The 2024 Toyota Tacoma, in its fourth generation, is powered by a 228 horsepower 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine for entry-level SR grades and 278 horsepower for all other grades paired with the new eight-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission with intelligence. An available six-speed intelligent manual transmission with automatic rev matching and anti-stall technology produces 270 horsepower. Tacoma also offers a 326 horsepower i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain on TRD Sport, TRD Off-Road, Limited, and it's standard on the TRD Pro and Trailhunter halo models. i-FORCE MAX pairs the 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. Two cab styles are available with either a 5- or 6-foot bed, a four-door Double Cab and a new two-door XtraCab features behind the front two seats. Maximum towing capacity for Tacoma is rated at 6,500 lbs. on SR5 i-FORCE and TRD PreRunner XtraCab grades, and maximum payload increases to 1,709 lbs. on TRD Off-Road. The all-new 2024 Tacoma will go on sale later this year with i-FORCE MAX models arriving in early 2024. Pricing will be announced closer to the on-sale dates.

Wednesday, May 31, 2023

All-New Alfa Romeo Tonale Starts At $49,090 Now

The all-new Alfa Romeo Tonale powered by a 180 horsepower 1.3-liter MultiAir turbocharged four-cylinder engine driving the front wheels, with a high-voltage Belt Starter Generator mounted to the engine, combines with a 15.5-kWh lithium-ion battery that drives a 90-kW electric motor on the rear axle for a total 285 horsepower output. The electric range is 33 miles and MPGe rating is 77.  The total range of the Alfa Romeo Tonale with a full battery charge is 360 miles. Combined fuel economy is 29 MPG. The Veloce trim starts at $49,090 ( including $1,595 destination charge). Alfa Romeo Tonale is shipping to dealerships now.

2024 Colorado ZR2 Bison

The all-new 2024 Colorado ZR2 Bison is powered by a 310 horsepower 2.7L Turbo High-Output powertrain mated to an 8-speed automatic providing a 1,050 pound payload and 5,500 pound towing capacity, ground clearance of 12.2 inches, power-locking front and rear differentials and multimatic DSSV dampers. Chevy Safety Assist is standard and includes Automatic Emergency Braking, Front pedestrian Braking, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Following Distance Indicator, Forward Collision Alert and IntelliBeam auto high beam control. 

2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray Starts At 105,690 Later This Year

The first-ever electrified 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray with all-wheel-drive is powered by a 495 horsepower 6.2L LT2 Small Block V-8 engine complemented by an electric motor that channels an additional 160 horsepower through the front wheels via a 1.9 kWh battery pack, which is located between the seats. In total, E-Ray produces a combined 655 horsepower from both the electric motor and Small Block V-8. The 2024 Corvette E-Ray goes on sale later this year with an MSRP of $105,690 (including $1,395 destination freight charge) for the 1LZ coupe and $112,690 for the 1LZ convertible model.

2023 Range Rover Sport SV Starts At $85,075 Now

The new 2023 Range Rover Sport SV is powered by a 626 horsepower 4.4-litre Twin-Turbo mild-hybrid V8 gas engine. SV-tuned settings are applied to the Intelligent All-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Steering, Torque Vectoring by Braking, Configurable Dynamics and Active Locking Rear Differential. Range Rover Sport adds a new 542 horsepower plug-in electric hybrid to the line-up with the new P550e powertrain offering an EV range of up to 51 miles. The Range Rover Sport family of vehicles starts at $85,075 (including $1,475 destination/handling charge) now. The new Range Rover Sport SV is initially being reserved for select clients globally, with the invitation-only SV EDITION ONE specification.

2024 Toyota Grand Highlander Starts At $44,405 This Summer

The 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander is powered by a 265 horsepower 2.4L turbo gas engine with an EPA-estimated 24 combined MPG for XLE FWD, a 245 horsepower 2.5L hybrid with an EPA-estimated 36 combined MPG for the XLE FWD, or a 362 horsepower Hybrid MAX engine with with an EPA-estimated 27 combined MPG and 5,000 pound towing capacity. All three powertrains come with Sport, Eco, Normal drive modes while Multi-Terrain Select has Mud & Sand, Rock & Dirt, Snow modes on the gas AWD and Hybrid MAX powertrains. Standard on the Grand Highlander is a 12.3-inch touchscreen displaying Toyota’s latest Audio Multimedia system. The 2024 Grand Highlander will have a starting MSRP of $44,405 (including $1,335 delivery, processing and handling fee) for the gas engine models, $46,005 for the hybrid and $55,375 for the Hybrid MAX powertrain when it hits dealerships this Summer.

Aston Martin DB12 Coming InThe 3rd Quarter

The new Aston Martin DB12 is powered by a 680 horsepower 4.0 Twin-Turbo V8 engine, an increase of 34% compared with the outgoing DB11, taking it to a top speed of 202mph. Power is fed through an 8-speed automatic transmission. DB12’s bonded aluminum structure has seen a 7% increase in global torsional stiffness thanks to changes to a range of underbody components, the engine cross brace, front and rear undertrays, front crossmember and rear bulkhead. The all-new suspension system features new intelligent adaptive dampers and an electronic rear differential which is linked to the car’s Electronic Stability Control system. DB12 can be ordered with a Carbon Ceramic Brake option. First deliveries are scheduled to begin during Q3 2023.

Wednesday, May 24, 2023

2024 BMW 5 Series Starts At $58,895 In October

The new BMW 5 Series has grown in length by 3.4 inches to 199.2, in width by 1.3 inches to 74.8 and in height by 1.4 inches to 59.6 and the wheelbase has been increased by 0.8 inches to 117.9 inches. The BMW 530i, starting at $58,895 (including $995 destination and handling) and 530i xDrive starting at $61,195, are powered by a new generation 255 horsepower 2.0-liter inline 4-cylinder TwinPower Turbo engine mated to an 8-speed STEPTRONIC transmission with shift paddles. 

The BMW 540i xDrive, starting at $65,895 is powered by a 375 horsepower 3.0-liter TwinPower Turbo engine, an increase of 40 horsepower over the previous generation. Production starts in November 2023. The BMW i5 eDrive40 (pictured above), with an estimated 295-mile range, starts at $67,795 and has a maximum power output of 335 horsepower. The BMW i5 M60 xDrive with a 590 horsepower electric drivetrain starts at $85,095.The electric motor on the rear wheels generates a maximum power output of 335 horsepower, while the motor at the front axle produces 257 horsepower. 

The seats in the new BMW 5 Series Sedan have been redesigned with sport seats standard equipment. Multi-contour seats are standard on i5 M60 xDrive and optional on other models. The global market launch of the new BMW 5 Series will begin in October 2023 and coming to the US in 2024 is a plug-in hybrid system.

Tuesday, May 23, 2023

2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC

 


2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 

2024 Volkswagen Atlas Starts At $39,075 In Q3

The refreshed seven-seater 2024 Volkswagen Atlas, powered by a 269 horsepower four-cylinder turbocharged and direct-injection TSI® engine, will offer six trim levels, including two Peak Edition trims, while Atlas Cross Sport will offer five trim levels. The Atlas will start at $39,075 (including $1,350 destination charge) and the 2024 Atlas Cross Sport at $38,065 when arriving at U.S. dealers in Q3 of 2023.

2024 BMW 7-Series New Variants Arrive Starting This Summer

The seventh generation 7 Series will offer the 483-horsepower 750e xDrive plug-in hybrid and the single-motor, rear-wheel drive i7 eDrive50, while the 6-cylinder 740i can now be ordered with xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive. And the new BMW Operating System 8.5 will be introduced in certain models starting in July. 

The 2024 750e xDrive pairs a 308 horsepower TwinPower Turbo 3.0-liter 6-cylinder internal combustion engine with a 194 horsepower GEN5 electric motor mounted in the transmission delivering a maximum system output of 483 horsepower. The 750e xDrive will provide an estimated purely-electric range of over 35 miles (estimated range according to preliminary BMW AG tests based on the EPA’s test procedure standards). The 2024 BMW 750e xDrive will carry a base price of $107,995 (including $995 destination and handling) when it enters the US market in the Fall of 2023.

Also in the third quarter of 2023, the dual-motor, all-wheel drive BMW i7 xDrive60 and i7 M70 xDrive will be joined by the single-motor, rear-wheel drive i7 eDrive50. The single GEN5 motor drives the rear axle with 449 horsepower. The 2024 BMW i7 eDrive50 will start at $106,695 (including $995 destination and handling) when it goes on sale in the fall of 2023. Range and performance figures will be released closer to market launch.

The 375 horsepower BMW 740i will be available with xDrive starting with July production. The 2024 BMW 740i xDrive will carry a base price of $100,395 when it arrives in the third quarter of 2023.