Tuesday, June 28, 2011

2011 BMW 328 Sedan


A part of BMW’s bread-and butter 3-series,the 2011 BMW 328 comes in a number of trims to fill whatever role it you need it to.The 328 is available as a coupe,convertible,sedan,or wagon,each combining BMW luxury and performance into an affordable package.Competitors include the Infinity G, Mercedes-Benz C-Class,and the Lexus IS.The 2011 BMW 328i comes powered by a 230-horsepower,3.0-liter inline-six-cylinder engine that puts out 200pounds-feet of torque,mated to a six-speed manual transmission,with an optical six-speed automatic transmission,with an optional six-speed automatic transmission with manual mode is also available. Rear-wheel drive is standard,with an optional upgrade to BMW’s x Drive intelligent all-wheel-drive system which provides extra traction and grip.EPA estimated fuel economy is 17-18 mpg in the city,and 25-28 mpg on the highway.For 2011, the coupe and convertible models have received some slight tweaks to the exterior to futher differentate them from of a new hood, a refreshed version of BMW,s signature twin-kidney grille,adaptive xenon headlights ringed by LEDs, and new LED taillights.The convertible features a powered retractable hard top that opens and closes with the touch of a button.16-inch wheels are standard on the sedan and wagon,with an optional upgrade to the 17-inch light alloy wheels which are standard on the coup and convertible variations.Both wheels come wrapped in run-flat tires.The interior of the 328 leaves little to be desired is outfitted with many of the luxury features you would expect to find from a BMW.The sedan and wagon versions come with standard seating for five occupants,while the coupe and convertible have available seating for four;the rear seats split and fold down to increase cargo space when needed.Standard features include a push button start system,HD radio,automatic climate control,MP3/CD player,dynamic cruise control,and wood trim.Other features include BMW’s innovative graphics and more intuitive menus and shortcut keys.Safety takes a front seat with the 2011 BMW 328, with standard safety features such as anti lock brakes,an electronic stability system,side impact airbags,active front head restraints,and side impact airbags feature head extensions.A crash sensor will automatically shout down the engine,unlock doors,and turn on hazard and interior lights in the case of an accident.The 2011 BMW 328i successfully meshes performance and luxury in a variety of desirable packages at a reasonable price.




2011 Audi A4 Sedan


Germans simply know how to build quality cars.That is especially true with the 2011 Audi A4 sedan/wagon,which blends the excitement of driving with premium amenities and sound safety engineering.Powering the A4 is Audi’s highly regarded 2.0-liter, 211-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder engine.This engine suffers from little or no turbo-lag for instant acceleration and maximum fuel -efficiency.The base A4 sedan utilizes a multitronic continuously variable automatic transmission and is equipped with front-wheel drive,while the other trims feature Audi,s Quattro all-wheel drive system and can be mated to a six-speed manual or eight-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission.The 2011 A4 achieves 21-23 mpg in the city and 27-30 mpg on the highway and competes with the BMW 3 Series,Mercedes-Benz C-Class, and Infinite G37.Available as either a sedan or wagon(Av ant),the 2011 a4 comes in Premium,Premium Plus,and Prestige trims.For hauling the goodies from the grocery store or the hobby shop,the A4 comes equipped with a 12 cubic feet.Passenger accommodation are also superb,with front and rear headroom being superior to the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.On the outside,the 2011 audi A4 rests on standard 17-inch alloy wheels(18-or 19-inch wheels are optional),while a glass sunroof is also standard.Optional Swiveling headlights,xenon headlights and LED runing lights and taillights provide enhanced vision when it’s dark.Audi’s large signature grill,along with a prominent front splitter and clean lines give hint to the A4’s sporty driving nature.Driving enthusiasts will delight at the Audi Drive Select Package,which allows the driver to select performance or comfort settings for the shocks,throttle,automatic transmission shifts and steering.The 2011 Audi A4 utilizes the Audi-exclusive Multimedia Interface(MMI),which allows the driver to control the  navigation system,audio system and vehicle settings with a knob and buttons on the center console.A superbly engineered bang & Olufsen audio system creates a euphoric listening experience when equipped.while the available navigation system features a seven-inch LCD screen and 3D map graphics.Leather upholstery,automatic air conditioning, and key less entry are standard,while dual-zone climate control and wood trim round out the list of available features.Audi takes safety seriously and features the Driver Assist Package,which includes a rear view camera and a blind spot warning system.For highway cruising safety,an available adaptive cruise control system uses radar sensors to help maintain the brakes if the driver gets  too close.Anti lock brakes,stability control system and a fullest of airbags help keep occupants safe.Experience a world of fun,safety,and luxury in the technological advanced 2011 Audi A4.




2011 Acura Rl Sedan


The 2011 Acura RL is the flagship of Acura’s line and ready to compete against the midsized sedans the luxury competition has to offer.on the mechanical side,the 2011 rl is powered by a 300-horsepower,3.7-liter v-6.For 2011,the RL gets a brand new six-speed automatic transmission which features paddle shifters.the new transmission also helps to boost the RL’s fuel economy numbers,which now sit at 17 mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the highway.A defining feature of the RL is that Acura’s Super-Handling All-Wheel drive system comes standard on all models.This system is not only able to send torqe to the front or rear wheels,but can also shift power from left to right depending on wha’s needed giving you great traction and control especially in the bends. The exterior of the RL is a continuation of style that acura has been putting on all of its cars of late.The signature Acura grille up front has been revised for 2011,but still looks as sharp as ever.An exciting development for the RL’s exterior is new wheel technology that works with added sound insulation to reduce interior noise by 15 percent.Standard exterior features include xenon headlights and hexagonal dual tailpipes.An adaptive headlight system is optional.Inside,Acura has once again kept the options list simple and the rl comes well eqipped.Standard are features like power front seats,leather upholstery,a Bose surround-sound stereo,and heated front seats.Technology like Blue tooth connectivity,automatic climate control,USB/iPod integration,and key less start also comes standard.The RL can also be outfitted with two distinct packages:the Technology Package and the Advance Package.Opling for the technology Package adds a navigation system with real-time traffic and weather updates,backup camera,cooled front seats,and rear parking sensors.The Advance Package tacks on safety systems like a collision mitigation braking system and adaptive cruise control,as well as power folding side mirrors.Speaking of safety,the 2011 RL comes with standard four-wheel disc antilock brakes,electronic stability system,traction control,and a full complement of airbags including side-impact and side curtain airbags.The 2011 Acura RL features great handling and drivability along with an interior chock-full of luxury features,making it one of the cars to beat in the luxury sedan segment.