Thursday, September 18, 2014
Thursday, January 16, 2014
Subaru Impreza WRX 2015
True,
beauty is always in the eye of the beholder, but the 2015 Subaru WRX doesn't
look quite as menacing as the 2014 Subaru Impreza WRX from the front. Whereas
the out-going WRX looked wide, purposeful, menacing, and well, ugly in your
rearview mirror, the new car is much slicker and sleeker, with a low-set hood
scoop, smaller headlights with LED running lights, and less-extreme fender
flares.
The same traits carry over to the side-views of the WRX, as well. From this angle, the 2015 WRX shows off its sports car intentions, with its coupe-like roof, and longer wheelbase, whereas the Impreza WRX looks more rally bred, thanks to a shorter wheelbase, and up-right cabin. Though both the 2014 Impreza WRX and the 2015 WRX have similarly styled flared fender arches, the previous-generation model again looks more purposeful, due to the added (likely non-functional) ducts, and other aero work. In back, the 2015 Subaru WRX looks about as aggressive as the old Impreza WRX. The 2015 WRX ditches the outgoing car's fake diffuser, but traditional WRX styling cues remains including the quad-tipped exhaust, and square-cut bumpers. Less boy-racer-ish, the 2015 WRX's spoiler is also better integrated into the trunk lid than on the Impreza WRX.
I inside, the 2015 Subaru WRX distinguishes itself from its predecessor with a high-quality, up-market cabin. While the last-gen Impreza WRX's interior was akin to a prison stint, the 2015 model's interior is a genuinely nice place to be. Instead of being covered in hard plastics, the 2015 WRX gets an upmarket, performance-oriented interior with carbon fiber-like touches. The 2015 WRX also gets a flat-bottom steering wheel, and a color multi-function display on top of the center console. One long-running design trait the 2015 WRX loses is the center-mounted tachometer.
Under
the hood of the 2014 Subaru Impreza WRX sits a 2.5-liter turbocharged F-4
producing 265 hp and 244 lb-ft of torque. It's mated to a five-speed manual,
and puts its power down through all four wheels. The 2015 Subaru WRX is powered
by a 2.0-liter turbocharged F-4 making 268 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. The new
2.0-liter mill is mated to either a six-speed manual, or a CVT, and also has
all-wheel drive.
Proton Inspira
The Proton
Inspira is a four-door compact saloon produced by Malaysian automobile
manufacturer Proton which launched on 10 November 2010. It is sold exclusively
in Malaysia as a rebadged ninth generation and current Mitsubishi Lancer as the
result of a collaboration between Mitsubishi Motors and Proton. It shares the
same DaimlerChrysler/Mitsubishi Motors GS platform with the Mitsubishi Lancer .
The Inspira succeeded the Proton Waja, and complements the
indigenously-designed Proton Preve in the Malaysian market.
In addition
to its bigger engine, your money gets you a mild body kit all round, slightly
better trim materials inside, leather seats, auto climate control, cruise
control, auto headlights, auto wipers, and paddle shifters. There is also a
portable GPS unit bundled into the package, but since it was not in our test
car, we are unable to give you a proper assessment of its usefulness, although
we can assure you that decent GPS devices from the aftermarket can be yours for
a few hundred bucks these days.
Unlike the
Lancer, however, Proton also caters for buyers with smaller engine needs by
offering two 1.8-litre variants, both of which we tested last year. Topping the
range is the 2.0-litre Premium model, which we are reviewing here, and one of
these can be yours for RM92,015 with insurance and metallic paint in Peninsula
Malaysia.
Proton Inspira
4B10 Specifications
Engine type Inline 4 cylinder DOHC 16v, MIVEC
Displacement 1.8 L (1798 cc)
Bore 86 mm
Stroke 77.4 mm
Compression ratio 10.5:1
Fuel system ECI multiple
Peak power 105 kW (143 PS) at 6000 rpm
Peak torque 177 Nm (130 ftlbf) at 4250 rpm
4B11 Specifications
Engine type Inline 4 cylinder DOHC 16v, MIVEC
Displacement 2.0 L (1998 cc)
Bore 86 mm
Stroke 86 mm
Compression ratio 10:1
Fuel system ECI multiple
Peak power 108-114 kW (147-155 PS) at 6000 rpm
Peak torque 198 Nm (146 ftlbf) at 4250 rpm
Saturday, January 11, 2014
Mazda3
Mazda’s all-new 3 sedan and hatchback
prove that economical, fuel-efficient cars don’t have to be dull to look at or
to drive. To acknowledge this achievement, we gave it a 10 Best award for 2014.
A 2.0-liter four-cylinder is standard, and a more-powerful 2.5-liter is
optional. As with most Mazda, the 3’s driving dynamics are peppy and engaging,
although road noise can be bothersome. Regardless, we love this car, especially
when in the hatchback form.
BRAKES
|
|
Brake Type
|
N/A
|
Brake ABS System
|
4-Wheel
|
Brake ABS System
(Second Line)
|
N/A
|
Disc - Front (Yes
or )
|
Yes
|
Disc - Rear (Yes
or )
|
Yes
|
Front Brake Rotor
Diam x Thickness
|
11 in
|
Rear Brake Rotor
Diam x Thickness
|
10.4 in
|
CARGO AREA
DIMENSIONS
|
|
Cargo Volume with
Rear Seat Up
|
20.2 ft³
|
Cargo Volume with
Rear Seat Down
|
47.1 ft³
|
Trunk Volume
|
N/A ft³
|
COOLING SYSTEM
|
|
Total Cooling
System Capacity
|
N/A qts
|
ELECTRICAL
|
|
Cold Cranking
Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
|
N/A
|
Maximum
Alternator Capacity (amps)
|
100
|
EMISSIONS
|
|
Tons/yr of CO2
Emissions @ 15K mi/year
|
5.5 (Est)
|
EPA Greenhouse
Gas Score
|
N/A
|
ENGINE
|
|
Engine Type
|
Regular Unleaded
I-4
|
Displacement
|
2.0 L/122
|
Fuel System
|
Direct Gasoline
Injection
|
SAE Net
Horsepower @ RPM
|
155 @ 6000
|
SAE Net Torque @
RPM
|
150 @ 4000
|
EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS
|
|
Wheelbase
|
106.3 in
|
Length, Overall
|
175.6 in
|
Width, Max w/o
mirrors
|
70.7 in
|
Height, Overall
|
57.3 in
|
Track Width,
Front
|
61.2 in
|
Track Width, Rear
|
61.4 in
|
Min Ground
Clearance
|
6.1 in
|
Liftover Height
|
N/A in
|
FUEL TANK
|
|
Fuel Tank
Capacity, Approx
|
13.2 gal
|
Aux Fuel Tank
Capacity, Approx
|
N/A gal
|
INTERIOR DIMENSIONS
|
|
Passenger Capacity
|
5
|
Passenger Volume
|
96.4 ft³
|
Front Head Room
|
38.6 in
|
Front Leg Room
|
42.2 in
|
Front Shoulder
Room
|
57.2 in
|
Front Hip Room
|
55.5 in
|
Second Head Room
|
37.6 in
|
Second Leg Room
|
35.8 in
|
Second Shoulder
Room
|
54.4 in
|
Second Hip Room
|
53.5 in
|
MILEAGE
|
|
EPA Fuel Economy
Est - Hwy
|
40 MPG
|
Cruising Range -
City
|
382.80 mi
|
EPA Fuel Economy
Est - City
|
29 MPG
|
Fuel Economy
Est-Combined
|
33 MPG
|
Cruising Range -
Hwy
|
528.00 mi
|
EPA MPG Equivalent
- City
|
N/A
|
EPA MPG
Equivalent - Hwy
|
N/A
|
EPA MPG
Equivalent - Combined
|
N/A
|
Battery Range
|
N/A mi
|
STEERING
|
|
Steering Type
|
Rack-Pinion
|
Steering Ratio
(:1), Overall
|
N/A
|
Lock to Lock
Turns (Steering)
|
N/A
|
Turning Diameter
- Curb to Curb
|
34.8 ft
|
Turning Diameter
- Wall to Wall
|
N/A ft
|
SUSPENSION
|
|
Suspension Type -
Front
|
Strut
|
Suspension Type -
Rear
|
Multi-Link
|
Suspension Type -
Front (Cont.)
|
N/A
|
Suspension Type -
Rear (Cont.)
|
N/A
|
Shock Absorber
Diameter - Front
|
N/A mm
|
Shock Absorber
Diameter - Rear
|
N/A mm
|
Stabilizer Bar
Diameter - Front
|
N/A in
|
Stabilizer Bar
Diameter - Rear
|
N/A in
|
TIRES
|
|
Front Tire Size
|
P205/60HR16
|
Rear Tire Size
|
P205/60HR16
|
Spare Tire Size
|
Compact
|
TRAILERING
|
|
Dead Weight Hitch
- Max Trailer Wt.
|
N/A lbs
|
Dead Weight Hitch
- Max Tongue Wt.
|
N/A lbs
|
Wt Distributing
Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
|
N/A lbs
|
Wt Distributing
Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
|
N/A lbs
|
TRANSMISSION
|
|
Drivetrain
|
Front Wheel Drive
|
Trans Type
|
6
|
Trans Description
Cont.
|
Manual w/OD
|
First Gear Ratio
(:1)
|
3.36
|
Second Gear Ratio
(:1)
|
1.95
|
Third Gear Ratio
(:1)
|
1.3
|
Fourth Gear Ratio
(:1)
|
1.03
|
Fifth Gear Ratio
(:1)
|
0.84
|
Sixth Gear Ratio
(:1)
|
0.68
|
Reverse Ratio
(:1)
|
3.38
|
Clutch Size
|
N/A in
|
Final Drive Axle
Ratio (:1)
|
3.85
|
VEHICLE
|
|
EPA
Classification
|
Mid-Size Cars
|
WEIGHT INFORMATION
|
|
Base Curb Weight
|
2797 lbs
|
WHEELS
|
|
Front Wheel Size
|
16 X 6.5 in
|
Rear Wheel Size
|
16 X 6.5 in
|
Spare Wheel Size
|
Compact in
|
Front Wheel
Material
|
Steel
|
Rear Wheel
Material
|
Steel
|
Spare Wheel
Material
|
Steel
|
Thursday, January 9, 2014
Jaguar F-Type Spec
Performance
- Supercharged
- Engine: 3.0L V 6 DOHC and variable valve timing
- Premium unleaded fuel
- Fuel economy: Gasoline 20 MPG city, 28 MPG highway, 23 MPG combined and 437 mi. range
- Gasoline direct fuel injection
- 19.0gallon fuel tank
- Power (SAE): 340 hp @ 6,500 rpm; 332 ft lb of torque @ 3,500 rpm
Handling
- ABS
- 3.150:1 axle ratio
- Brake assist system
- Four-wheel disc brakes: four ventilated
- Electronic brake distribution
- Electronic hand brake
- Electronic traction control
- Immobilizer
- Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) stability control
- Independent front and rear wishbone suspension with stabilizer bar and coil springs
- Tire kit
Exterior
- Body-color front and rear bumpers
- Chrome/bright trim
- Convertible rollover protection: fixed hoop
- Electric soft convertible roof with glass rear window
- Day time running lights
- Body-color heated driver and passenger power door mirrors with turn signals
- External dimensions: overall length (inches): 176.0, overall width (inches): 75.7, overall height (inches): 51.5, wheelbase (inches): 103.2, front track (inches): 62.9, rear track (inches): 64.9 and curb to curb turning circle (feet): 35.0
- High pressure headlight cleaners
- Headlights: Bi-Xenon with projector beam lenses
- Alloy trim
- Metallic paint
- Fixed rear window with defroster
- Trunk/hatch spoiler
- Tinted glass
- Weights: published curb weight (lbs): 3,521
- Intermittent rain sensor
Interior
- Two 12V power outlet(s) in front, one 12V power outlet(s) in cargo area
- Climate control
- Element antenna
- Anti-theft protection includes: interior monitoring
- Ashtray in the front
- Audio system with AM/FM radio, CD player (reads MP3 format)
- Cargo area light
- Cargo capacity: all seats in place (cu ft): 7.0 and EPA
- Trip computer: includes average speed, average fuel economy and range for remaining fuel
- Floor console with covered storage
- Cruise control
- Front cup holders
- Entertainment display screen located in front includes DVD
- DVD/VCD
- Outside air temperature indicator
- Carpet floor mats
- Intelligent driver front airbag, intelligent passenger front airbag with occupant switch off
- Driver and front passenger seat sports front seat with power adjustments power height
- Driver and passenger front seat belts with pre-tensioners
- Front seat center armrest
- Headlight control with dusk sensor
- Two front seat head restraints
- Internal dimensions: front headroom (inches): 37.0, front leg room (inches): 43.0 and front shoulder room (inches): 56.5
- Low tire pressure indicator
- MP3 player
- Internal HD navigation system with 3D and voice
- Remote power locks : includes power windows
- Vehicle speed-proportional power steering
- Front windows with one-touch on two windows
- Front reading lights
- Rear fog lights
- Rear seat center armrest
- Auto-dimming rear view mirror
- Steering wheel mounted remote audio controls
- Remote control trunk/hatch release
- Seating: two passengers
- Suede upholstery
- Front side airbag (incl. head protection)
- Jaguar Smart Key System smart card/smart key includes keyless starter
- Ten Meridian speakers
- Alloy & leather-trimmed, tilt telescoping steering wheel
- Tachometer
- Ventilation system with micro filter
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