Chevrolet Captiva LTZ 2011

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The Dangers of SUVs

Sport utility vehicles were all the craze just a few short years ago. I remember the near hysteria that people drove themselves into over the Hummer and the Excursion and other large size sport utility vehicles. However, nowadays, since the economy took a turn for the worse and gas prices skyrocketed well above $2 a gallon, people have been rethinking SUVs and seem to no longer want anything to do with them. As a matter of fact, you may remember that many people actually rushed back to car dealerships in a last ditch effort to get rid of their SUVs only to find out that the dealership wouldn't take them back- not even for a trade in!

While things are slightly better than that today, there still looms the hidden issues with many SUVs. For example, when I allowed my boyfriend to drive my Jeep once, we were in the car and were approaching an exit ramp that had a posted speed limit of 15 miles per hour. I advised him that he had better take the sign literally. Of course, he took the turn too fast and practically had to slam on the brakes. Having driven my Jeep for a while now, I know how it handles. I also know that SUVs don't typically handle tight turns the same way that cars do. Because he was used to driving his BMW Z3, which is an extremely small convertible, he can zip around those turns without a problem. In fact, I am almost too sure that the tires on his car are specifically built for sharp turns as well as overall speed.

My Jeep is built for driving through muddy terrain, sand, snow- pretty much anything that a lot of other cars would get stuck in. However, it is not built for driving super fast or for handling tight turns. In fact, many sport utility vehicles will actually flip over relatively easy if you mistakenly take a turn too fast- even if it is a wide turn. This is why it is important to always make sure that you drive cautiously when you are driving an SUV for the first time.

On the other hand, sport utility vehicles are generally pretty safe vehicles to be in. Whenever you see an accident involving a sport utility vehicle versus a car in a little fender bender, almost always you will notice that the sport utility vehicle has next to no damage. Cars, on the other hand, will usually sustain quite a bit of damage from an SUV-involved accident. When my boyfriend and I were visiting his family in upstate New York several years ago, we were completely stopped at a light when an older woman behind us mistakenly stepped on the gas and rammed into the back of my Jeep. At the time, I had just bought my Jeep and was a bit miffed that this was actually happening. I got out of my car and was almost positive that there would be a lot of damage. However, I was both shocked and thankful to see that the only damage was a small tear in my tire cover!

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SUV Jeep Car: Volvo XC60 SUV car

Volvo's new crossover vehicle boasts an exciting mix of two car styles and steps boldly into what is the motoring world's toughest and fastest-growing segment. Sports XC muscles, it combines a strong athletic body with high ground clearance and large wheels, while the flowing lines create a sporty charisma of a coupe.

“This car is charged with more emotive form and more energy than any other Volvo. We’re elevating our design DNA to an entirely new level by literally turning up the visual volume. If you say that you’d recognise a Volvo from a hundred metres away today, I dare say the Volvo XC60 radiates a clear Volvo presence from at least twice that distance,” says Volvo Cars Design Director Steve Mattin.

A variety of intelligent safety systems are another important part of the new Volvo XC60. The major news is City Safety – a unique system that can help the driver avoid or reduce the effects of the type of low-speed impacts that are common in city traffic and traffic tailbacks. If the car is about to drive into the vehicle in front and the driver does not react, the car brakes itself.

“We are the first manufacturer in the world to offer this type of feature as standard. City Safety clearly shows that the new Volvo XC60 is the safest car Volvo has ever produced. The car is packed with our accumulated safety know-how and technology, both when it comes to preventing accidents and protecting all the occupants in a collision,” says Fredrik Arp.

The XC60 project has its sights set on a target group that imposes high demands on design, brand integrity and high-tech content in its choice of lifestyle products.

“One might say that this could be the C30 owner’s next car. It’s as sporty and exciting, but more capable. With the Volvo XC60, we are widening our model range to attract even more customers with an active urban lifestyle,” explains Fredrik Arp.

The new XC60 is being launched with a choice of three engines: the turbocharged T6 which produces 285PS, and two variants of the D5 turbodiesel, producing 185 and 163 horsepower respectively. All- Wheel Drive (AWD) is fitted as standard.

“During 2009, we will offer a front-wheel driven 2.4-litre version powered by a Euro 5 diesel engine producing 163 horsepower and with a CO2 target around 170 g/km,” reveals Fredrik Arp.

The global sales target for the new XC60 is over 50,000 cars per year. The five largest markets during peak year 2010 will be the USA, Germany, Great Britain, Russia and China. The Volvo XC60 will be built at the Volvo Cars factory in Ghent, Belgium. Sales of the car will start in Europe during the second half of 2008, while sales in North America will get under way in early 2009. The new XC60 will arrive in UK dealer showrooms in October.

SUV Car: Porsche Cayenne Diesel

Porsche Cayenne equips with three-liter V6 turbo diesel engine with 240 hp (176 kW) supplied by Audi AG, a subsidiary of VW. Cayenne Diesel consumption average is 9.3 liters for 100 kilometers, with 244 g CO2 per kilometer. Spontaneous reaction gas and high torque of the diesel engine to deliver the required level of performance for all sport-utility vehicle, as the Cayenne. Substantial torque than 550 meters Newton as a sports chassis dynamics and provides a high degree of control offer driving pleasure which is typical of Porsche.

In response to customer demand, the new Cayenne model will initially be offered in Europe. Preparations for market introduction in other countries are underway.



New diesel-powered Cayenne will be available from retailers from February 2009. Equipped with proven Tiptronic S automatic transmission, as standard, the basic price in euro EUR 47250th In Germany, the Cayenne with a diesel engine, including 19 percent VAT and country-specific equipment costs EUR 56436th.

Honda announces the arrival of the 2010 Honda CR-V

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Honda Cars Philippines announced a new line up their SUV, the CR-V 2010. We want to give this new car to spin and if Honda's possible, we will give you a review soon. Official press release after the jump.

Honda Cars Philippines, Inc. (HCPI) formally announced the arrival of the CR-V 2010. Radiation decent styling, bold attitude and world-class performance, the new CR-V enables you to cross over into life, Äôs a different adventure. This is the ability to run well with a variety of lifestyles and remain with the demands of modern life. The 2010 CR-V is a manifestation of the good things life has to offer.

When the arrival of the new CR-V was first announced last December, a total of 200 customers have placed orders will only refer to the photographs being released and even without seeing the actual unit yet.

Heed the call for sustainable progress in the fast-paced era, the new CR-V allows you to move to urban areas with sophisticated new two-step front grille with a honeycomb design, fresh bumper and alloy wheel designs. new styling blend perfectly with the CR-V, Äôs a clear line and more-all premiums for the more refined finish and look more closely.

interior also presents an elegant atmosphere adds to the dual-tone black and silver color scheme, design of new cloth seats for the 2.0-liter variant and stylish black leather seats with gray accents-stitch for 2.4-liter model.

Experiencing a sedan-like comfort and performance improvements, security features and excellent fuel efficiency benefits of the CR-V 2010.

Committed to bringing new value in our products and services, adjusted for Honda CR-V, Äôs suspension system for better handling and comfort. Quieter drive can also be expected with additional seals and insulators applied to improve NVH (Noise, vibration and hardness) levels. These improvements make the CR-V is only your experience safer, more comfortable and enjoyable.

Having the safety of passengers as a priority, the CR-V still equipped with dual SRS airbags and side, with OPDS (Tenant Position Detection System), which intelligently detects weight, height, and position of the front passenger to identify whether to deploy airbags or no. Meanwhile, the body is designed with the G-CON technology that provides a unique impact-absorbing structures to reduce injury to the driver, passengers and even pedestrians. G-CON technology has been tried in the Honda, Äôs real world to test cars that facility will occur in the world, Äôs first indoor crash test facility omni-directional safety.

Every Honda has advanced technology that provides the spirit of driving with reduced environmental impact. The 2010 CR-V continues to generate 170 ps at 5800 rpm and maximum power of 2.4 p for the variant and 150 ps at 6200 rpm for 2.0 li variant with i-VTEC engine technology. With the advanced engine technology, the CR-V made a promising fuel economy and clean emissions that meet Euro 4 levels. Tracking easy one, Äôs fuel consumption is also possible with fuel economy and various indicators that are available on the instrument panel liquid crystal display.

Back in 2007 when third-generation CR-V came in, it was successfully introduced the concept of a crossover in the local market. The third generation CR-V quickly capture the market and generate a sense of discriminatory cumulative sales of nearly 9000 units, so that the first compact SUV in the local world.

Sold in 160 countries throughout North America, South America, Europe, Asia and China, the CR-V has successfully created a name with such comfort and performance sedans, SUVs and space enough stylish design. From 2007-2009, third generation CR-V is a consistent best-selling SUV in North America, also placing it among the top 10 best selling vehicles in the period.

The 2010 CR-V comes in three variants with introductory prices:

2.0 V Php 1.275 million MT 2WD

V 2.0 2WD AT Php 1.325 million

4WD S 2.4 AT-X Php 1.525 million

2.4 SX 4WD AT (Brilliant White Pearl) Php 1.545 million

New CR-V also comes in luxurious colors to match your modern lifestyle:

Urban Titanium

Crystal Black

Taffeta White (2.0 li variant only)

Sparkle Gray (2.0 li variant only)

Polished Metal (li 2.4 variant only)

Brilliant White Pearl (2.4 li variant only)

Cross to the new Honda CR-V. We have set up open houses and other interesting activities for you to know more about the CR-V, Äôs sophisticated styling and no nonsense performance.

2010 Honda CR-V Titanium Silver Design

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2010 Honda CR-V Interior

2009 KIA Sportage

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The Kia Sportage 2009 will be receiving a minor facelift. This is due to be launched soon, unless already in the local showroom and we are not informed about it. Incidentally, this new version has been sold in China for a while now.

Most significantly, if at all, is a new front end. Machinery and options that are expected to remain the same with the Sportage today.

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Audi Q5 : SUV Tough and Sporty

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This powerful and sporty SUV carrying the 2.0 Turbo FSI Quattro engines with direct injection system. Q5 is able to achieve maximum power 211 hp at 4500-6000 rpm and maximum torque of 350 Nm at 4200 rpm.

Q5 is claimed to consume only 8.5 liters of fuel per 100 km or the equivalent of one liter per 12 km. While acceleration 0-100 km Q5 could be achieved within 7.2 seconds.

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The exterior of the Audi Q5 has a coupe roof line with a model that displays dynamic aura. Position the seat and headroom to give the impression that roomy interior space for the driver.

Q5 is equipped with LED lights on the front and rear. SUV dimension 4629 mm x 1880 mm x 1653 mm is equipped with sophisticated features that exist in these SUVs such as Audi Drive Select, Hill Descent Function, and Off-Road Mode.

Q5 For safety features include six airbags, adaptive seat belt, and six impact sensors. Q5 is available in three color choices, such as black, white, and silver. Q5 price USD 920 million on the road of Yogyakarta.

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TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID 2010

The 2010 Toyota Camry Hybrid sedan offers high quality and reliability of the petrol powered Camry together with increased fuel efficiency. The Toyota Camry Hybrid can operate on any combination of the two power sources. Its power is transferred to the front wheels through a continuously variable transmission (CVT). The CVT was chosen for its ability to keep the gas engine in its most efficient power band.

The Toyotoa Camry Hybrid is a front-wheel drive four-door sedan that comfortably seats five passengers. This model is made available in one well appointed trim it comes standard with Hybrid Synergy Drive, a combination of electric motor/gasoline engine fitted with an efficient, continuously variable transmission (CVT). The standard warranty for hybrid-related components is a very long 8 years/100,000 miles. A moonroof, navigation system, leather seats and heated front seats are all optional, please see the lists below. Standard safety features include stability and traction control, six-airbags, and a tire pressure monitor.

More than just a few people are calling this car “the best hybrid on the market today”.

MSRP – $26,150

Fuel Economy Estimates

EPA Fuel Economy Est – Hwy (MPG) 34
EPA Fuel Economy Est – City (MPG) 33
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG) 34

0-60mph – 8.3 seconds




TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID 2010

Specification

Hybrid System Net Power: 187 hp (140 kW) standard
Engine
2.5-liter DOHC 16-valve dual VVT-i four-cylinder, 169 hp [1] @ 6000 lb.-ft. rpm/167 @ 4100 rpm
2.5-liter DOHC 16-valve dual VVT-i four-cylinder, 179 hp @ 6000 lb.-ft. rpm/171 @ 4100 rpm
3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve dual VVT-i V6, 268 hp @ 6200 lb.-ft. rpm/248 @ 4700 rpm
Hybrid Engine: 2.4-liter DOHC 16-valve VVT-i four-cylinder Hybrid: 147 hp @ 6000 rpm, 138 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm standard
Rating emissions
Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV-II) is not available
Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (AT-PZEV) standards
Ignition
Electronic, with Toyota Direct Ignition (TDI) standard
Electric Motor Power Output: £ 199-ft@0-1.500 rpm (105 kW @ 4500 rpm) standard
Type of motor: Permanent magnet AC synchronous motor standard
Voltage: 650V maximum standard
Traction Batteries Power Output: 40 hp (30 kW) standard
Battery Type: Sealed Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) standard
Voltage: 244.8V standards
6-speed manual overdrive is not available
6-speed electronically controlled automatic overdrive with intelligence (ECT-i) and sequential shift is not available
Kept electronically controlled variable transmission (ECVT) standard
Drivetrain: Front engine, front-wheel drive is standard
Construction Agency
Unitized body with front and rear reduce vibration sub-frames-standard
Hybrid Suspension: MacPherson strut front suspension with gas filled shock absorbers and stabilizer bar, dual-link independent rear suspension MacPherson struts with gas-filled shock absorbers and standard stabilizer bars
Suspension
MacPherson strut front suspension with gas filled shock absorbers and stabilizer bar, dual-link independent rear suspension MacPherson struts with gas filled shock absorbers and stabilizer bar (SE adds sport-tuned shock absorbers and springs, strut tower and trunk-mounted braces)
Steerage
Variable-assist power rack-and-pinion (Hybrid adds standard power-assist)
Turning circle diameter, curb to curb (ft.) 36.1
Brake
Power-assisted ventilated front / solid rear discs with four-channel 3-sensor Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist
Hybrid Brakes: Power-assisted ventilated front / solid rear disc with Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) and integrated regenerative braking standards
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) [4] with Traction Control (TRAC)

Features

Aerodynamic multi-reflector-beam projector lights with auto on / off feature standard
Aerodynamic multi-reflector lamps projector-beam with blackout sport trim and auto on / off feature is not available
Blue-colored headlamp bezels standards
Integrated front fog lights optional
LED (light-emitting diode) for tail, stop signs and lights, standard side
16-in. steel wheels with P215/60R16 tires and full wheel covers standard
16-in. 7-spoke alloy wheels with P215/60R16 tires are not available
17-in. 5-spoke alloy wheel machine with P215/55R17 tires
not available
16-in. 10-spoke alloy wheels with P215/60R16 tires are not available
16-in. 10-spoke aluminum alloy wheels with P215/60R16 tires are available only as part of option package

Include dual-color outside mirrors power standard
Heated outside mirrors optional / available only as part of option package

Acoustic noise-reducing windshield standards
High Solar Energy-absorbing (HSEA) standard glass
Washer-linked variable intermittent windshield wipers with mist cycle standard
Power tilt / slide moonroof with sliding sunshade is only available as part of option package

Blackout sport grille is not available
Heavy-duty electric rear window defogger with timer standard
Dual exhaust not available
Chrome-tipped exhaust standards
Color-spirited front and rear underbody spoilers and side rocker panel molding is not available
Color-spirited rear spoiler lip

Choice

Integrated front fog lights optional
Auto-dimming rearview mirror with compass mirror is available only as part of option package
16-in. 7-spoke alloy wheels with P215/60R16 tires are not available
AM / FM CD player with integrated satellite radio, MP3/WMA playback capability, auxiliary audio jack, USB port with iPod ® connectivity, hands-free phone capabilities and music streaming via Bluetooth ® [3] wireless technology, Vacuum fluorescent displays, six speakers and in-glass antenna
JBL ® AM / FM 6-disc in-dash CD changer with integrated satellite radio [audio jack 1], MP3/WMA playback capability, auxiliary, USB port with iPod ® connectivity, hands-free phone and music streaming capabilities via Bluetooth ® wireless technology, eight speakers in six locations, Vacuum Fluorescent Display and FM diversity reception
Color-spirited rear spoiler lip not available
Voice-activated DVD navigation system [4] with integrated backup camera, JBL ® AM / FM four-disc in-dash CD changer with integrated satellite radio, MP3/WMA playback capability, auxiliary audio jack, USB port with iPod ® connectivity, hands free -the ability of phone and music streaming via Bluetooth ® wireless technology, eight speakers in six locations and FM diversity reception
Heated outside mirrors optional / available only as part of option package
Leather-trimmed sport seats are not available
Leather-trimmed seats and door trim with integrated armrests and dual front and rear map pockets
Heated front seats is available only as part of option package
Multi-adjustable power passenger seat is not available
Smart Key System with Push Button Start and remote illuminated entry standards
Power tilt / slide moonroof with sliding sunshade

TOYOTA FORTUNER LAND CRUISER

Toyota has launched a sister of the Land Cruiser, which is called Macho Hulky Fortuner SUV. Although the launch late in the growing Indian SUV market, Japanese automakers were taken to surprise with a large number of reservations to accept hulky Fortuner SUV.

The company is expecting a number of around 2000 units of the Fortuner has been overshadowed by a large reserve of about 5000 units in the month of his own debut. Toyota must have been taken for a big surprise by the response from Indian customers even in a recession, this is a clear indication to any company for that matter that India has a great potential for the best product in any segement. In accordance with the news that Toyota has been stopped from booking for a cute little gaint and has asked customers to wait with patience to wait 3-4 months time.

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The Fortuner although it has looked great, good interior and powerful engine under the hood, he still must compete with its rivals in this segement.

Considering the price, looks, features and engine here are few rivals which Fortuner has to compete.