Archive for October, 2009

2010 Volkswagen Jetta TDI: A Combination of Power and Sophistication

Wednesday, October 21st, 2009

The year 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is a mid-sized car that comes with bolder looks and spacious interiors. It is designed to deliver high quality driving.  Its 2.5 liter five-cylinder engine produces 150 horse powers making it more powerful and appealing than Volkswagen’s previous models. The new Jetta model will be available by the end of this year. Though initially Jetta would be available in the  U.S., Volkswagen might target the Asian market as well, as it is booming at this point of time.

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Pros and Cons of Dash Navigation System in Cars

Thursday, October 15th, 2009

With the advancement of technology, there are many new products flooding the market. People are tending to buy such products without paying much attention to its features. There is a lot of competition in electronic gadgets and one has to study all their features before making the right purchasing decision. Many people follow their peer groups while making the decision but ultimately the product has to be for your use and not for your relatives and friends. So, make sure to consider all the factors to get what you desire.

  • For buying a navigation system for your car, the necessary factors for consideration can be related with the price, reliability, long term benefits and essential features.
  • Make sure that you know about the different types of the navigation systems that are available in the market. This will help you to know the advantages and disadvantages of the product and you will not regret after buying it.
  • Basically, there are two types of navigation systems which can be installed in the car. These are a portable navigation system and an in-dash navigation system.
  • The portable navigation system, as the name suggests, is portable and can be bought and installed in any car you like. These are generally mounted on the dashboard of the car for easy viewing. Whereas the in-dash navigation system cannot be transferred to another automobile once installed.
  • The portable system offers information on the routes of highways and street maps whereas the in-dash system offers much more than this and includes routes and maps of hiking trails, rivers,valleys, parks and much more.
  • The in-dash navigation systems are more expensive in comparison to portable systems and are not as mobile as portable systems are. But these are equipped with more features and applications like upgraded stereo, DVD system and internal hard drive. Such features are yet to be introduced in portable systems. In-dash systems can give information of real-time traffic and weather updates.

Review of the 2010 Toyota Prius Hybrid

Thursday, October 15th, 2009

The year 2010 Toyota Prius has a fresh style, more power and comes with new standard and optional features.Available in gas/electric options, the hybrid can seat five passengers, has 4-door hatchback with 4-cylinder engine, a battery-powered electric motor and a continuously variable automatic transmission.

Stylish Exteriors

If we talk about the exterior looks of the year 2010 Toyota Prius, it has been equipped with subtle but smart body changes. The horizontal rear crease creates a spoiler effect. Toyota preferred not to make many changes with the roofline and have moved the peak a few inches backward to increase aerodynamic efficiency & to make the headroom more spacious for rear passengers.

Roomy Interiors

When it comes to interiors, it seems Toyota has really got inspired by Volvo. The car has a floating console, which was started by Volvo to create an airy feeling inside the cabin and to increase the storage space. The heater controls are put in the open space, so that you don’t have to search down and make extra efforts during the cold weather. The dashboard has analog gauges and a monochrome digital strip. The steering wheel of the Prius 2010 is slightly flat at the bottom, giving the car a sporty look.

Get the Techy Feel with Toyota Prius

The navigation system in the year 2010 Toyota Prius displays the traffic conditions on a screen, which is a new feature. The unit is DVD based and you might find the whole affair quite time consuming. The voice command systems works amazingly as it recognizes inputs and offers the feedback that is shown on the LCD. Another new feature in the Prius is text-to-speech that reads out the names of the streets.

Music Controls

The year 2010 Toyota Prius has an eight-speaker JBL audio studio whose sound is really good in comparison to what you hear in other cars. The system doesn’t have a subwoofer, but a strong bass compensates the effect and remains well-modulated at highs and mids. It would be good to say that the audio system in the Prius is above-average.

The year 2010 Toyota Prius is an economical option of transportation and will be a tough competitor. The major plus point of the car is its fuel economy and the car shows an average of around 50 mpg, which is simply superb.

The 2010 Subaru Forester: The Ideal Machine for Off-Road Journey

Thursday, October 15th, 2009

The year 2010 Subaru Forester is all about power and fuel economy. Backed with a turbocharged four-cylinder engine and standard all-wheel-drive is what makes this car the most appropriate for ski trips and off-road exploring. (more…)

A Preview of 2010 Lexus ES 350

Monday, October 12th, 2009

The 2010 Lexus ES 350 has fresh interior and exterior styling. The luxury version of Toyota Camry, ES 350 also sports a new front bumper, grill and LED lights for side mirrors.

ES 350 has a soft organic front highlighted by chiseled grille and chrome ringed fog lights that infact gives car a racy profile. The design of Lexus has a suitable blend of gentle creases, curves and folds. Right from the multi-textured steering wheel to dual sunroofs, the car offers every elite comfort to the riders.

ES also boasts of some of the finest details in its class. It has hyper-white LED reading lights, optitron guages and padded grab handles. The lustrous woodgrain on doors complement the padded vinyl and carpeted door pulls. Further the Maybach-grade steering wheel skin gives a pricey look to the car. (more…)

2010 Nissan Versa:An Incredibly Spacious and Affordably Priced Car

Monday, October 12th, 2009

If you are looking for a highly spacious and modestly price car, the 2010 Nissan Versa is for you. The small outside/big inside trick has been performed in the four-door hatchback version of Nissan. The car has a high-roof wagon, folding rear seat and many other features that makes it a truly spacious car.

The 2010 Nissan Versa has a new grille, updated wheel design and sporty look. Nissan preferred to stick with the basic size and shape of its previous version the sporty body is the main agenda of the top-line model. The car has 102.4 inch wheelbase, which is not much for a compact car but it will definitely give a comfortable and upright seating. (more…)

A Comprehensive Review of Toyota Sienna

Thursday, October 8th, 2009

Toyota Sienna was completely redesigned five years ago and since then, the car has emerged as a tough competitor in its segment. Luxury, space and even Lexus-like, different Sienna fans have different opinions about the car.

What provides Sienna an edge over other vehicles is that it is the only minivan offering all-wheel drive. So, if you live at a place where snowfall is common, Sienna is the car for you. Here’s what else you will get with the power machine:

  • Highly Spacious
    Sienna can accommodate eight passengers in CE and LE trim. The XLE and limited models provide comfortable seating space for seven. The limited version of Sienna has been filled with so many luxury features that you can even call it a Lexus of minivans. It has leather on doors, JBL sound system, comfortable captain’s chair and a cruise control. (more…)

Ford Fiesta: Defining New Standards of Comfort and Technology

Thursday, October 8th, 2009

The mid size sedan Fiesta from Ford is a car that offers exceptional driving comfort with high stability on roads and has an intrinsic appeal  that differentiates it from other vehicles in this segment.

Ford Fiesta is highly spacious power machine with sporty exteriors and top-notch safety features. The sedan is available in 1.4L and 1.6L petrol engines. The car has a great mileage and minimal emission, which has given it a special room in the car market. (more…)

The All-New Second Generation X-TRAIL SUV: A Comprehensive Review

Wednesday, October 7th, 2009

The second generation X-TRAIL SUV by Nissan will soon be hitting Indian roads. The all-new-X-TRAIL sports utility vehicle is a redesign on the X-TRAIL that was introduced in 2004.

Engineered to be a tough and versatile SUV, X-TRAIL definitely will stimulate the spirit of those who love to drive for adventure.

The original model of Nissan X-TRAIL was designed on the concept of providing a comfortable four-passenger and four-wheel drive vehicle to buyers. The SUV has been a popular choice of Indian buyers for its functionality, superior performance and the authenticate sports utility vehicle experience. (more…)

Honda Jazz: Setting Up New Standards for Competitors

Wednesday, October 7th, 2009

If you want to get hold of any market, either compete with the existing products and find a space for yourself or set-up high standards to invite your competitors.

One Life, Why So Serious tagline of Honda Jazz is definitely about setting new benchmarks and creating a whole new segment in the market for itself. The much anticipated Honda Jazz was finally launched in the year 2009 and it received a mix reaction. (more…)

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