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Thai automakers hope year-end auto show will boost sagging sales

2006-12-04T04:31:00.000-08:00

by Nareerat Wiriyapong, December 3, 2006

BANGKOK (AFP) - Bangkok's Motor Expo, often overlooked as the smaller of Thailand's two auto shows, has won unusual attention this year as carmakers pin to it their hopes of a last-minute jolt to a year of lagging sales.

This year is set to be the first year of falling auto sales since the 1997 financial crisis blew apart the market.

As of October, sales were down four percent over the same period last year and the industry doesn't expect them to leave negative territory by the year-end.

But that hasn't stopped them from hoping that the Motor Expo will be the catalyst that helps them shake off pressure from a year of high oil prices, rising interest rates, widespread flooding and intense political turmoil.

"The Motor Expo will give a significant boost to car sales for the rest of the year. This is high season and people are in the mood for spending," said Wit Sittivaekin, marketing director of BMW group in Thailand.

"A lot of uncertainties have influenced the market, especially oil prices and political uncertainties. The situation has improved gradually," he told AFP.

"Even so, consumers still have purchasing power and are ready to spend money for the right product and financial offers," he added.

Carmakers are offering aggressive promotions and unveiling new models for 2007 to draw customers to the Expo, which opened on November 30 and runs through December 11.

Last year, 15,000 cars were sold at the auto show, which attracted 1.6 million visitors, according to organiser Inter-Media Consultant Co.

But the show was not expected to do well enough to turnaround a disappointing 2006 after a series of record-setting years.

In October, the month after the coup that ousted prime minister Thaksin Shinwatra, sales plummeted by 10.5 percent from one year earlier, according to figures complied by Toyota Motor Thailand.

The Automotive Industry Club said sales overall were expected to sink for the year.

"It would be the first negative growth year-on-year in car sales since the sector recovered from the crisis with double-digit increases every year," said the club's spokesman Suraphong Phaisithpattanaphong.

Domestic sales this year are expected to fall short of the record 703,000 units sold in 2005 with commercial vehicles suffering the most, Suraphong said.

Manufacturers have also revised down their production target by 450,000 units for 2006 to 1.2 million units, he added.

Last year total production stood at 1.1 million units.

"Despite the auto show, volume for 2006 still cannot catch up with those of last year, after sales were sluggish for many months," Suraphong told AFP.

Analysts said slow domestic consumption has put Thailand's economic growth among the slowest in east Asia since 2005, pushing car sales down.

"Even though consumer confidence improved after the coup, other negative factors have remained, mainly the oil prices," said Sakkarin Nigamsilpa, an auto analyst at Kasikorn Research Center.

"With improving confidence and an expected decrease in interest rates, we expect domestic car sales will begin growing again early next year," he told AFP.

Despite the weak domestic demand, Thailand's auto exports have continued to surge. Automakers expect to finish the year with exports up 30 percent from 2005, topping 500,000 units for the first time.

Suraphong said manufacturers are still confident that the sector could achieve another milestone in 2010 with production volume of 1.8 million units.

But Kasikorn's Sakkarin said Thailand has to find other niches to reach the target as its core pick-up truck segment, which accounts for two thirds of local production, is getting saturated.

Thailand is now the world's largest producer of pickups, surpassing the United States.

The Board of Investment earlier this month announced standards for producing fuel-efficient cars that would receive yet-undefined incentives from the government for local production.

Thailand wants to convince automakers to begin producing cars that would meet stringent Euro 4 emission standards and consume less than five liters of petrol per 100 kilometers (62 miles).

Shortly after the announcement, Japan's Mazda Corp and Ford Motor announced plans to spend more than 50 billion yen (424 million dollars) combined to build a small car factory in Thailand, set to open in 2009.

Most reliable Pickups

2006-11-26T03:52:00.000-08:00

Most reliable (Best score first)

Subaru Baja

Toyota Tundra

Toyota Tacoma

Nissan Frontier (V6)

Least reliable (Worst score first)

Chevrolet Cobalt

2006 Nissan Sentra

Volkswagen Jetta (5 cyl.)

Chevrolet Aveo

2007 models unless otherwise noted.
*Predicted reliability based on only one model year.

Source: money.cnn.com

Most reliable Large SUVs

2006-11-26T03:44:00.000-08:00

Most reliable (Best score first)

Toyota Land Cruiser

Lexus LX

Toyota Sequoia

Chevrolet Tahoe*

GMC Yukon*

Least reliable (Worst score first)

Nissan Armada

Infiniti QX56

Lincoln Navigator

Hummer H2

2007 models unless otherwise noted.
*Predicted reliability based on only one model year.

Source: money.cnn.com

Most Reliable Small SUV

2006-11-26T03:12:00.000-08:00

Most reliable (Best score first)

Toyota FJ Cruiser

Honda Element

2006 Honda CR-V

Toyota Rav4*

2006 Mitsubishi Outlander*

Subaru Forester

Least reliable (Worst score first)

Kia Sportage

2007 models unless otherwise noted.
*Predicted reliability based on only one model year.

Source: money.cnn.com

Most reliable Midsized SUVs

2006-11-26T03:11:00.000-08:00

Most reliable (Best score first)

Toyota Highlander Hybrid*

Toyota 4Runner

Toyota Highlander

Honda Pilot

Lexus RX400h* (hybrid)

2006 Acura MDX

Least reliable (Worst score first)

Mercedes-Benz M-class*

Land Rover LR3 (V8)

Cadillac SRX (V8)

Mercedes-Benz R-class*

Volkswagen Touareg

Jeep Grand Cherokee

Hummer H3*

2006 BMW X5 (V8)

Volvo XC90 (I6 and V8)

Ford Explorer (V8)

Mercury Mountaineer (V8)

2007 models unless otherwise noted.
*Predicted reliability based on only one model year.

Source: money.cnn.com

Most Reliable Wagon/Minivan

2006-11-26T03:04:00.000-08:00

Most reliable (Best score first)

Pontiac Vibe

Scion xB

Toyota Matrix

Toyota Sienna

Least reliable (Worst score first)

Buick Terraza

Chevrolet Uplander

Saturn Relay

Nissan Quest

2007 models unless otherwise noted.
*Predicted reliability based on only one model year.

Source: money.cnn.com

Most Reliable Sport/Sporty car

2006-11-26T02:59:00.000-08:00

Most reliable (Best score first)

Lexus SC

Toyota Camry Solara (4-cyl.)

Subaru Impreza WRX

Honda S2000

Mitsubishi Eclipse*

2006 Mini Cooper hatchback

Least reliable (Worst score first)

Pontiac Solstice*

Mercedes-Benz SL

Mercedes-Benz CLK

Mercedes-Benz SLK (V6)

Chevrolet Corvette

Porsche 911 Carrera

Ford Mustang (V6)

2007 models unless otherwise noted.
*Predicted reliability based on only one model year.

Source: money.cnn.com

Most Reliable Luxury Car

2006-11-26T02:46:00.000-08:00

Most reliable (Best score first)

2006 Lexus LS

Infiniti M*

Least reliable (Worst score first)

Cadillac STS (V8)

2006 Mercees-Benz S-class

Mercedes-Benz CLS*

Mercedes-Benz E-class sedan

BMW 7-series

Jaguar S-type

2007 models unless otherwise noted.
*Predicted reliability based on only one model year.

Source: money.cnn.com

Most Reliable Upscale/Large Car

2006-11-26T02:45:00.000-08:00

Most reliable (Best score first)

Lexus ES350

Lincoln Zephyr*

Hyundai Azera*

Acura TSX

Acura TL

Least reliable (Worst score first)

Jaguar X-type

Chrysler 300 (V8)

Saab 9-3

2007 models unless otherwise noted.
*Predicted reliability based on only one model year.

Source: money.cnn.com

Most Reliable Family Car

2006-11-26T02:22:00.000-08:00

Most reliable (Best score first)

Honda Accord Hybrid

Toyota Prius

Honda Accord (4-cyl.)

Ford Fusion*

Mercury Milan*

Least reliable (Worst score first)

Volkswagen Passat (4 cyl.)*

2007 models unless otherwise noted.
*Predicted reliability based on only one model year.

Source: money.cnn.com

Most Reliable Small Car

2006-11-26T02:18:00.000-08:00

Most reliable (Best score first)

Subaru Baja

Toyota Tundra

Toyota Tacoma

Nissan Frontier (V6)

Least reliable (Worst score first)

Nissan Titan

Ford F-250 (diesel)

Dodge Dakota (4WD)

2006 Cadillac Escalade EXT

2007 models unless otherwise noted.
*Predicted reliability based on only one model year.

Source: money.cnn.com

13 safest cars for 2007

2006-11-26T01:03:00.000-08:00

13 safest cars for 2007

1. Acura RDX

2. Audi A4

3. Audi A6

4. Honda CR-V

5. Honda Pilot

6. Hyundai Entourage

7. Kia Sedona

8. Mercedes-Benz M-class

9. Saab 9-3

10. Subaru B9 Tribeca

11. Subaru Forester

12. Subaru Legacy

13. Volvo XC90

Source: money.cnn.com

First Drive: 2007 Porsche Cayman Reviews

2006-11-23T05:22:00.000-08:00

2007 Porsche Cayman

The Porsche's new base-model Cayman may be just what you're looking for.

Want to save 10,000 bucks and a couple of gallons of gas? Then Porsche's new base-model Cayman may be just what you're looking for. Representing Zuffenhausen's latest attempt to appeal to the bargain-conscious Porsche buyer (how's that for an oxymoron?), the latest Boxster-based coupe, called simply Cayman, is a pared-down version of the Cayman S, which was introduced at last year's Frankfurt auto show.

Pass one on the street and you're not likely to notice the difference. The visual clues are subtle and include unique 5-spoke, 17-in.-diameter alloy wheels, distinctive center exhaust tip, titanium-color Cayman badge, black (versus red) brake calipers, and a black front spoiler lip. Peek inside and you'll find an interior that's set off by a body-color, mid-dash accent stripe and body-color rear storage compartment covers plus black-faced instruments with gray trim rings. And — provided the car's not equipped with the optional 6-speed manual or 5-speed Tiptronic S automatic — a shift knob with a 5-speed pattern.

Slip behind the wheel and take 'er for a spin and you'll notice another, not so subtle, difference: performance. Although nearly identical to the S powerplant externally, the “normal” Cayman engine displaces 2687 cc (down from 3387) by virtue of an 85.5-mm (versus 96.0 mm) bore. Because it's smaller and thus not as highly stressed, the new engine sports a lighter crankshaft, pistons and piston pins, and weighs a tad less than the S's. Also, the compression ratio has been raised to 11.3:1 to maximize horsepower and torque and to improve fuel economy while reducing emissions.

At full tilt, the new VarioCam Plus-equipped 2.7-liter flat-6 develops 245 bhp at 6500 rpm and churns out 201 lb.-ft. of torque at anywhere from 4600 to 6000 rpm. Coupled to a standard- equipment, Volkswagen-built 5-speed with lower 1st- and 2nd-gear ratios, the base Cayman scoots from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 6.1 seconds, about three- tenths of a second more than the 295-horsepower S. Top speed is down too: from 171 mph for the S to 160 mph (161 for the 6-speed equipped Cayman).

As a further cost- and weight-saving measure, the 2865-lb. Cayman is fitted with smaller front brakes with monobloc 4-piston calipers. Cross-drilled and axially vented, the rotors measure 11.7 in. up front and 11.8 in. at the rear and don't seriously affect the car's stopping ability, despite their reduced size.

Wending our way through the Taunus mountains outside of Frankfurt, Germany, we found that while the base Cayman may not be the quickest Kinder on the Strasse, it maintains Porsche's tradition for impressive handling, thanks to its dedicated, standard-equipment 17-in. alloys (6.5-in. front, 8.0-in. rear) shod with 205/55-17 front and 235/50-17 rear tires. Although the suspension has been softened somewhat (reduced spring and shock absorber rates and smaller front and rear anti-roll bars) for a more compliant ride, lateral performance is not compromised significantly. Because of its mid-engine design and rigid construction, even the base Cayman sports crisp handling. And for those who must up the lateral acceleration ante, optional 18- and 19-inchers are available.Speaking of handling, the Cayman is enhanced by Porsche Stability Management (PSM), standard equipment (along with air conditioning and an AM/FM/CD) on the entry-level coupe. Incorporating ABS, ASR (anti-spin control), MSR (engine drag force control) and ABD (automatic brake differential), PSM can be deactivated with the flip of a switch. However, the system will reactivate itself if the brake pedal pressure reaches the point of ABS intervention.

At $49,400, the Cayman, which dishes out a smaller dose of the performance, handling and luxury found in the S, is targeted at the budget-conscious or first-time Porsche buyer who'll be content to merely motor along in this slick-looking, mid-engine coupe. Unfortunately, some may choose to pack their base Cayman with every nicety in Zuffenhausen's option book. My advice to them: Buy a Cayman S or leave well enough alone (and the $10,000 in your bank account).

Review by By Joe Rusz at Road and Track

Top 10 Sports Cars on MSN Autos

2006-11-23T04:40:00.000-08:00

The list of the ten most popular sports cars on MSN Autos is based on visits to the site's vehicle research pages during July through September of 2006.

1. Ford Mustang

2. Chevrolet Corvette

3. Saturn Sky

4. Lamborghini Murcielago

5. Mitsubishi Eclipse

6. Nissan 350Z

7. Porsche 911

8. Pontiac Solstice

9. Ferrari F430

10. Aston Martin V12 Vanquish

Lowest Theft Claim Rate for 2003-2005 model year vehicles

2006-11-23T04:37:00.000-08:00

1. Ford Taurus

2. Pontiac Vibe 4WD

3. Buick LeSabre

4. Buick Park Avenue

5. Toyota Sienna 4WD

Highest Theft Claim Rate for 2003-2005 model year vehicles

2006-11-23T04:33:00.000-08:00

1. Cadillac Escalade

2. Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution

3. Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab

4. Ford F-250 SuperCrew 4WD/Ford F-350 SuperCrew 4WD

5. Chrysler Sebring

First Drive: 2007 Mercedes-Benz E320 Bluetec Reviews

2006-11-23T04:00:00.000-08:00

First Drive: 2007 Mercedes-Benz E320 Bluetec

This new 3.0-liter V-6 is intercooled and turbocharged.

Mercy sakes alive, looks like we got us a convoy. Not of cab-over Petes and Kenworths haulin' logs, but a procession of Mercedes-Benz diesels strung out across the American Southwest. Near Las Vegas, more precisely, where Mercedes-Benz was holding the introduction of its E320 Bluetec luxury sedan.

Curiously, nowhere in this car's designation does the word "diesel" appear, because when it comes to unloading the baggage associated with these compression-ignition engines, Mercedes is as eager as the head bellhop at the Ritz-Carlton.

"Diesels are smelly, they clatter incessantly, are slow and belch soot," critics are wont to say. Let's take these accusations one by one and see how this new Benz fares.

Well, diesel fuel itself is stinky and oily, especially when you spill some on your pants or shoes and it wafts through the cabin. Yet what comes out of the E320 Bluetec's tailpipe is not the least bit objectionable.

Noise? On cold start, there's a faraway clatter for the first few seconds. After that, you'd be hard-pressed to tell it's a diesel with the windows up and, say, the ventilation fan blowing on its low setting. And ultra-quick piezoelectric injectors spritz what Mercedes calls a pilot charge into the combustion chambers milliseconds before the main dose of fuel, smoothing out pressure and temperature spikes and reducing the "marbles in a coffee can" sound so beloved by UPS drivers.

Slow? Hardly. This new 3.0-liter V-6 (despite what the E320 designation might have you believe) is intercooled and turbocharged, with the exhaust-stream hamster wheel made more responsive with a variable-vane arrangement similar to what's used on the Porsche 911 Turbo. This steel-sleeved, aluminum-block engine makes 208 bhp and an axle-twisting 388 lb.-ft. of torque-the last stat nearly matching Mercedes' 5.5-liter gasoline V-8-on tap from 1600 to 2400 rpm.

Mercedes isn't offering acceleration numbers, but we'd guess that 0-60 times are in the high 6-second range. All that torque is applied through a 7-speed automatic with Touch Shift sequential shift ability. Significantly lighter and more compact than the cast-iron-block inline-6 it replaces, the Bluetec diesel can (and does, at least in Europe) power everything from a C-Class sedan to a Jeep Grand Cherokee. As sooty as a chimney sweep? Not a chance, benzene-breath. The Bluetec's exhaust has to pass through a phalanx of devices: an oxidation catalytic converter snugged up against the turbo's exit, the NOX storage catalyst, a ceramic particulate filter, and a third converter near the tailpipe. The particulate filter is especially interesting, as it periodically undergoes what's analogous to a self-cleaning oven cycle as it becomes clogged with soot. On cue from the engine-management computer, extra fuel is injected, dumping more unburned hydrocarbons into the first converter to increase heat; also, the timing of injections is retarded. Both result in the exhaust temperature briefly hitting 650 degrees Celsius (more than 1200 degrees Fahrenheit), enough to burn off the soot and clean the filter.

Although EPA figures are not finalized, the E320 Bluetec achieves roughly 27 mpg city, and 36 mpg highway, for a combined number of 30 or 31. Consider its 21.0-gal. tank and you've got an Interstate cruising range of more than 700 miles. Better yet, the $52,325 Bluetec is just $1000 dearer than its equivalently equipped E320 gasoline counterpart, so it's possible to amortize that additional cost with fuel savings over two years or so. Do the math with many popular hybrids, and the time frame can be multiple decades, far longer than most people keep a car.

2007 Mercedes-Benz E320 Blutec So what's the downside? Well, it accelerates nicely, but the throttle response seems a little muddy, with a lot of pedal travel required to get the desired result. Right now, the Bluetec is a 45-state car, but when the EPA decides on the particulars of urea injection-which cuts NOX production even further-it will meet the more stringent regulations of the Californias and New Yorks of the world. Diesel fuel still can't be found at every filling station…but the optional nav system will point you to the nearest pump with the required LSD (Low Sulfur Diesel), which has been on sale since October 15, 2006. Just goes to show that "diesel" is not a four-letter word…it's six at last count.

Review by Douglas Kott at Road and Track

Top ten bestsellers Cars in America for the first nine months of 2006, based on data published by Automotive News.

2006-11-23T03:54:00.000-08:00

1. Ford F-Series 616,785

2. Chevrolet Silverado 486,901

3. Toyota Camry 340,905

4. Honda Accord 278,422

5. Dodge Ram 275,225

6. Honda Civic 251,543

7. Chevrolet Impala 219,167

8. Toyota Corolla 216,934

9. Chevrolet Cobalt 178,558

10. Nissan Altima 174,661

Source: Automotive News Data Center

Top 10 fuel-efficient vehicles for 2007, based on EPA fuel economy data for city driving (City/Hwy)

2006-11-23T03:38:00.000-08:00

1. Toyota Prius 60/51 mpg

2. Honda Civic Hybrid 49/51 mpg

3. Toyota Camry Hybrid 40/38 mpg

4. Ford Escape Hybrid FWD 36/31 mpg

5. Toyota Yaris (manual) 34/40 mpg

6. Toyota Yaris (automatic) 34/39 mpg

7. Honda Fit (manual) 33/38 mpg

8. Toyota Corolla 32/41 mpg

9. Hyundai Accent (manual) (tie)

Kia Rio 32/35 mpg

10. Ford Escape Hybrid AWD

Mercury Mariner Hybrid AWD 32/29 mpg

Source: autos.msn.com

Alternative Fuel Vehicles - Types and possibilities?

2006-11-23T03:34:00.000-08:00

What are the different types of alternative fuel availible for cars? Can (or Will) any of them be applied practically in the near future? Cheers

There are many alternative fuel vehicles. Some are on the market today, others are simply concepts. I'll give a quick rundown of the more popular ones:

1. Flex-fuel vehicles - More than 20% of cars on the road today are flex-fuel capable, which means that they are capable of burning a fuel known as E85. E85 is 85% ethanol (which is an alcohol made from corn) and denatured with 15% gasoline.

2. Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) vehicles. There are fleet and government vehicles that will run on compressed natural gas. The engine technology is similar to that of a gasoline engine, with the exception that it has been configured to use natural gas instead of gasoline. Due to the lack of a refueling infrastructure, privately-owned natural gas vehicles are not very common.

3. Liquefied Propane Gas (LPG). This is also a fuel used by fleet vehicles, in particularly trucks. One of the larger users of these vehicles is the Schwan's Foods company, with their big yellow refrigerated delivery trucks. These trucks use LPG as their fuel.

4. Biodiesel. This is a type of diesel fuel that is made from plant or animal fats and oils. It can be used in most diesel engines with little or no modifications. Blends such as B5 (5% biodiesel, 95% petro diesel) and B20 are available, as well as the full 100% biodiesel. Watch for growth in this alternative fuel.

5. Hydrogen. This fuel can be used both in a standard internal combustion engine like those in cars now, or to generate electricity by feeding it to a fuel cell to generate the electricity, which then runs electric motors. The problem right now is storing enough hydrogen onboard to make this a feasible concept, as well as developing a safe way to store it. Most hydrogen-powered vehicles are only concept cars being tested by automakers.

6. Electrical. Electric cars have been in experimentation for many years. The problem is storing a sufficient amount of electrical power on board to make them feasible. If significant advances in battery technology were made, this is a possible concept.

All of these are still in some degree of experimentation. However, E85 and biodiesel are real products are on the market for consumers to use today. As oil prices escalate, these alternative fuels will develop more market appeal.

If you have a choice to buy a SUV which one would you buy (Range Rover Sport, BMW x5, Porsche Cayenne, ML Benz

2006-11-23T03:24:00.000-08:00

helpme ark at yahoo! answers and this is Best Answer from Ryan Sngo

Oh I love comparisons. Here's my perspective of things. All SUVS chug gas and waste a considerable amount of space on the road, BUT I still love them for being so damn hated.

Car #1) Range Rover Spor t: My #2 pick because it is so damn sexy. If you compare this to the normal Range Rover HSE you will never go back. There are however many ups and downs of this car which gives me reason to place it below my #1. The HSE model gives you a decent 300bhp while the Supercharged version gives you a whopping 390bhp in a 4.4L engine as well. The downside is that Land Rover has had very very very many issues with interior quality and overall reliability.

#2 BMW X5 : This car gets my #3 pick because of electrical gremlins and the fact that its made in the good ol' US of A. It is a very sex car and has 3 engine choices; the 3.0, 4.4 and the 4.8IS. The 4.8is gives you 355bhp which is more than enough, the looks are 2nd to the Range Rover.

#3 Porsche Cayenne : This gets my #1 spot ONLY and ONLY if it is the Turbo version. Any other Cayenne is a useless waste of space and money. The reason I voted this the #1 car is because it has been showered with so much love/hate. The car is also damn sexy and comes with 340bhp.

#4 B ML Class : No comment, MB has been plagued with reliabiliy and quality issues since 1999 and hit its worst in 2003. Still no difference to date.

Camry now comes as a fuel-thrifty gasoline-electric hybrid

2006-11-23T03:12:00.000-08:00

This article write by ANN M. JOB

For the first time ever, America's top-selling car, the Toyota Camry, comes as a fuel-thrifty gasoline-electric hybrid.

It's big news for the Camry, which was redesigned, made larger and more powerful for 2007.

The new, 2007 Camry Hybrid looks like a regular four-door, five-passenger Camry sedan.

And with seven standard air bags, including a new, knee air bag to help keep the driver in proper seat position during a frontal crash, the Hybrid gets the same top, five-out-of-five-stars safety rating for front and side crash protection as do all new 2007 Camrys.....

Read more at Seattle Post-Intelligencer

Top 25 Cars by Green Rating

2006-11-23T03:03:00.000-08:00

This is part of Top 100 Cars by Green Rating

1. 2006 Honda Civic Hybrid CVT AT-PZEV w/ Navigation System

2. 2007 Toyota Prius Touring

3. 2007 Honda Civic Hybrid CVT AT-PZEV

4. 2006 Toyota Prius 4-Door Liftback

5. 2006 Honda Civic GX NGV 5-Spd AT [Limited Availability]

6. 2007 Honda Civic GX NGV 5-Spd AT [Limited Availability]

7. 2006 Honda Insight CVT w/ AC

8. 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid 4-Door Sedan

9. 2007 Ford Escape Hybrid FWD

10. 2007 Toyota Yaris Sedan

11. 2006 Toyota Corolla CE

12. 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid FWD

13. 2007 Hyundai Elantra GLS

14. 2007 Toyota Corolla CE

15. 2007 Honda Fit 5-Spd MT

16. 2006 Kia Rio LX Sedan

17. 2006 Honda Civic Sedan DX 5-Spd AT

18. 2006 Honda Accord Coupe EX 5-Spd AT w/ Leather/ Nav/ XM Radio

19. 2006 Honda Civic Coupe DX 5-Spd A

20. 2007 Honda Accord Sedan VP 5-Spd AT

21. 2007 Honda Accord Coupe LX 5-Spd AT

22. 2006 Honda Accord Sedan LX SE 5-Spd AT

23. 2007 Honda Civic Coupe EX 5-Spd AT w/ Navigation System

24. 2007 Honda Civic Sedan DX 5-Spd AT

25. 2006 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4-Door

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2006-11-19T04:31:00.000-08:00

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The mercedes benz SL class

2006-11-19T04:21:00.000-08:00

Daimler Chrysler Japan, administered large-scale minor change e.g., the new engine is introduced into roadster model “SL class” "of the Mercedes Benz" [be] land.

3.5 liter V6 engine of the new generation (installed capacity 272 horsepower) as for loading "SL 350". It combined with the mission "7G-TRONIC Sport" of the paddle shift attachment. 18 inch aluminum wheel and this leather seat and "the BOSE" corporation make sound system etc which renovate design are equipped.

On the one hand, 5.5 liter V8 engine (installed capacity 387 horsepower) it loads you line up also "SL 550" anew. Besides the fact that "SL 350" similar, "7G-TRONIC Sport" was adopted, suspension is controlled "ABC" (active body control) equipped finely in comparison with until recently compared to.

In addition, besides the fact that the front grille of new design, the bumper, the aluminum wheel and the rear combination lamp gathering image renovation was assured over all grade, design of the switches was modified even with interior, material feeling was raised.

Leading particular (SL 550)

Total length (mm) 4,540

Full-width (mm) 1,830

Total height (mm) 1,295

Wheel base (mm) 2,560

Vehicle weight (kg) 1,870

Engine type V8 DOHC

Total cubic displacement (cc) 5,461

The highest output (ps/rpm) 387/6,000

Largest torque (kg-m/rpm) 54.0/2,800-4,800

Fuel feeder Electrically controlled gasoline injection

Fuel tank capacity Unleaded premium 80

Main transmission type 7AT

10.15 Mode fuel economy 7.1