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2011 Audi A8
The 2011 Audi A8 a complete redesign of Audi’s full-size flagship sedan ‘s and its direct-injection V-8 gives it ample of power, and with its eight-speed transmission gets it good highway fuel economy. The A8 goes from zero to 60 mph in less than 5.7 seconds. The 4th-generation A8 comes with outstanding exterior styling, improved gas mileage, and refurbished interior and standard all-wheel drive. Active suspension, dynamic steering and all-wheel-drive make it handle exceptionally well. The navigation system includes delightfully detailed 3D maps.
Audi A8 Review
Audi A8 Interior, Exterior and Safety
The Audi A8 provides seating capacity for five. The interior has been updated, particularly in terms of high-tech features. The 2011 A8 is 3” longer and 2” wider than the 2010. The fashion isn’t an essential change, but it’s marked by the inclusion of Audi’s distinctive white LED daytime running lights in the form of checkmarks beneath the headlights. The automatic transmission’s gear selector is now a shift-by-wire handle on the center console. The A8′s Multi Media Interface has been improved with enhanced menus and a touchpad that identifies handwriting, giving a new method to input characters for the standard navigation system.
The A8 is available with Quattro all-wheel drive, which tracks other Audi models
Technical
EPA Fuel Economy: City: 17 & Highway: 27
Available Engines: 372-hp, 4.2-liter V-8 (premium)
Available Transmissions: 8-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
in taking up a 40/60 torque split, giving the vehicle more of a sporty rear-wheel-drive experience. Audi also presents an optional rear sport differential. The 2011 model of A8 lets the driver choose driving modes that change the engine, steering, transmission and suspension characteristics. They contain Comfort, Dynamic and Auto, along with the innovative Individual, which is programmable to go with the driver’s preferences.
The A8 comes with Antilock brakes and electronic stability systems with traction control are all standard. It has eight airbags, together with the front pair and seat-mounted side-impact bags for all four outboard seats, along with side curtains that cover the side windows alongside all seats. Read the rest of this entry »
2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Posted by Martin in Land Rover on December 15, 2010
The Range Rover Sport is a five-passenger athletic SUV available in two trims HSE and Supercharged. The HSE trim have a 375-hp 5.0-liter naturally-aspirated V8 engine, while the Supercharged trim have a 510-hp 5.0-liter supercharged V8. Both powerplants feature direct fuel injection and are mated to a six-speed automatic transmission with Command Shift manual mode. In addition, Supercharged trims get steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters.
2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
The Standard safety features include four-wheel anti-lock brakes with brake assist, six airbags, electronic stability control with traction control and roll mitigation, front and rear park assist and tire pressure monitoring. The HSE contains a power sunroof, leather upholstery, bi-xenon headlights, 19-inch alloy wheels, LED tail lamps, passive entry/start, a hard drive-based navigation system and a portable audio interface that supports USB and iPod connectivity. Supercharged trims are further outfitted with 20-inch wheels, a heated steering wheel, heated front and rear seats and satellite radio. Read the rest of this entry »
Ford Flex 2010
The 2010 Ford Flex is powered by a 3.5L V6 engine and also available in 3.5L EcoBoost™ twin turbocharged direct injection V6 engine with a horse power of 262 hp. The Flex is Class leading vehicle with seven-passenger seating is standard on all trim levels. Standard safety features include four-wheel disc brakes with ABS, six airbags, stability and roll control, tire pressure monitor.
2010 Ford Flex
The 2010 Ford Flex features include the SYNC communication and entertainment system, a Multi-Panel Vista Roof, interior refrigerator, and capless fueling. Technology of Ford Flex includes New 3.5L EcoBoost™ Engine, Easy Fuel™ Capless Fuel Filler, SYNC® In-car Connectivity System, Responsive V6 Performance, Sony® Audio System with SIRIUS®, Navigation System with SIRIUS Travel Link™, Refrigerated Console Option and Available Active Park Assist. The MSRP of Ford Flex is from $28,950 to $42,465. Read the rest of this entry »