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Holden Cruze Diesel
I was anticipating this drive for some time. What will the new kid on the block offer local punters keenly focused on price and the environment? The Cruze Diesel has the makings of surprising the market with all that and provides quality too.
First impressions sitting in the car was that it was quite basic in respect to the interior. But once I got myself comfortable, and drove around town a little, I got a real sense that this Korean built Cruze has what it takes to deliver the local market a value for money, economical, low cost and even environmentally friendly car that actually looks pretty damn good too.
Even though the new Cruze is built in Korea, improved build quality seen in recent models sourced from the Gunsan manufacturing facility by Holden are present in the new Cruze. Plus Holden plans to build the Cruze in Australia at Holden’s South Australian Elizabeth plant late in 2010, which will be a positive to their local economy.
I like a zippy car and have fallen in love with the low-end torque offered by the Holden Cruze CD Diesel.
The Cruze CD felt great while driving it around town. The best part was that the fuel gauge nearly stuck on full. This is a great feeling, especially with city driving.
Have I mentioned that I think this is great value for money?
It was really a fresh relief to see the fuel gauge hardly move, even more so with the latest fuel prices. I even thought there was a problem with the gauge – but no, the car was just very fuel-efficient.
Scion TC
The all-new 2011 Scion tC arrives after seven years with the original. This second-generation tC rides on a new platform, keeping the same length but offering a bit more room. A new engine brings 180 horsepower and 173 pounds-feet of torque, with a quickened pace: from 0 to 60 in 7.6 seconds with the manual transmission.
The 2.5-liter inline four-cylinder engine uses the latest lightweight technology, with Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i), roller rocker arms and a variable-induction intake manifold system that changes the length of the air-intake pipe to supply more torque on demand. Fuel mileage is improved by 3 mpg to an EPA-estimated 26 mpg in combined city and highway driving, and the emissions rating remains at ULEV II. Overall, there’s been a weight gain of about 100 pounds.
Both transmissions are new for 2011, with a 6-speed automatic and 6-speed manual replacing the antiquated 4-speed automatic and 5-speed manual. We preferred the manual gearbox because the automatic doesn’t offer a sport mode.
The styling has changed direction somewhat. In an apparent attempt to be edgy, the roofline is sharper at the A-pillar and C-pillar. And the nose of the new tC has more rounded shoulders with large wheel cutouts, a more current look.
Other improvements the 2011 tC has over the 2010 previous-generation model include bigger brakes and wheels, with 18-inch alloys standard, and electric power steering. There’s a reclining and flat-folding 60/40 rear seat, steering wheel with audio controls, and a 300-watt eight-speaker sound system borrowed from big sister Lexus.
Nissan Maxima
Whether you choose the new 2011 2012 Nissan Maxima GXE, Maxima SE, or the Nissan Maxima GLE, you’ll be driving a car that is as sleek as it is sophisticated. What’s more, with a host of 2011 2012 Nissan Maxima accessories, and a popular Maxima body kit, this car is one of the most customizable members of the Nissan fleet. Make the 2011 2012 Nissan Maxima part of your life – bookmark this site and check all of the 2011 2012 Maxima info and Nissan Maxima specs we have to offer today.
There are other reasons to buy a 2011 2012 Nissan Maxima sedan, though, and these have to do with looks. On the outside, the Maxima gets its debonair style from camera-lens-style headlights, chrome-rimmed taillights, large rear-door windows, and a new grille and bumper fascia that is bold and beautiful.