Daily Archives: December 19, 2012
10 Best SUVs to Buy
With the immense growth in the SUV market, more and more people have started buying SUVs instead of hatchbacks or sedans. Moreover, the sales of these SUVs have gained a huge boost since the introduction of compact SUVs in the market. Now people can choose from a good variety of different features blended in different models. But it is now hard for a major proportion of buyers to choose from the large number of models now available. This article provides you with the five most desired and deserving SUV models that are available in the market with a nice discount.
2012 Nissan Armada SV:Nissan came forward with its amazing and mighty 2012 Armada SUV. If insane power is what you desire, then there is no other SUV better than the Armada for you. It features a powerful 5600cc V8 engine, which ensures a very high acceleration for the huge vehicle. The Armada is also very comfortable and spacious, with elegant interiors. Although the fuel economy isn’t very satisfying, the other excellent features of the car will surely win your heart!
2012 BMX X5:BMW’s elegant X5 is the one SUV that you can buy without putting much thought into it! The car isn’t very flashy, but is quite bold in looks, and features all the amazing things that BMW is famous for! The 4800cc engine is more than enough for a SUV of this size. Accompanied by fantastic interiors equipped with modern technology and great feel, the BMW X5 is surely one of the best SUVs out there!
2012 Lincoln MKX:Another great SUV available in the current market is the Lincoln’s 2012 model of the MKX. Known for its huge front grill, the MKX is a darling among all those who aren’t offended by the peculiar looks. It features futuristic facilities in the interiors, making the driving experience quite pleasant. You will also find an efficient voice-activated navigation system. The interiors are excellent, and the exteriors are bold! The engine that this SUV features is 3700cc V6 engine, which is quite satisfying!
2012 Jeep Liberty:Known for its excellent four while drive SUVs, Jeep has continued its legacy with its 2012 Liberty. The Liberty is perfect for those who are looking for rough off-road usage as its built is very sturdy, so is the driving. The 3700cc V6 engine makes a good engine for the machine. However, the Jeep doesn’t offer a great driving experience on road. The mileage of the SUV isn’t very impressive, but it is quite spacious and comfortable, which dominates over the fuel economy factor. Also, the enormous sun-roof is something not all SUVs boast of!
2012 Ford Edge:Ford’s 2012 Edge is the perfect SUV for any general user. With the amazing interiors and the much desired MyFord Touch System, the Edge boasts of a very pleasant driving experience. The handling is great and the car makes very low noise. A 3500cc V6 engine thrusts the SUV quite efficiently and makes the throttle very responsive. Unlike most of the other SUVs of its class, the Ford Edge is quite comfortable, especially the rear seats!
Honda and Acura to Unveil New Concepts at 2013 Detroit Auto Show
The 2013 North American Auto Show is coming up next month, and several automakers are prepping to debut new, innovative models and concepts. Two automakers, in particular, Honda, and its luxury marque Acurahave plans to showcase new SUVmodels.
The new Honda SUV, which was recently teased in a released sketch and has been labeled the Honda Urban SUV Concept, is “a global concept model combining a sporty and dynamic SUV profile with a spacious, functional interior,” according to the brand. It’s scheduled to be revealed during the brand’s NAIAS press conference, which will also be available to non-attendees via a live webcast at hondawebcast.com.
The new Honda appears to compete with the likes of the Mazda CX-5 and the Nissan Murano and Juke, as it seems to be a smaller version of the 2013 Honda Crosstour. The model seems like a success in the making, so it should be interesting to see how the sales numbers stack up.
We expect the SUV to perhaps hold the brand’s new diesel engine, available in 1.6-liter and 1.5-liter variants for future models. The concept appears to be built on the brand’s new Jazz platform, and it could be sent to production lines by 2014.
The 2014 Acura MDXSUV prototype is rumored to feature appealing proportions, with smooth arching body lines paired to a rather efficient architecture, according to Honda. Acura released a more concrete image of this vehicle compared to the new Honda model, and the brand has stated that it “will feature alluring proportions with smooth, arching body lines matched to an efficient architecture.”
Though Acuraalso hasn’t released any technical specs, it’s possible that the 2014 MDX model will keep its current 300-hp, 3.7-liter V6 engine. We’ll also have to stay tuned to see if the SUV keeps its current Super-Handling All-Wheel Drive systems or use a simpler system, as seen in similar models.
The 2013 Detroit Auto Showis open to the public from January 19 th to the 26 th . Most automakers will unveil more than forty new or refreshed models during the first two press preview days of the show, as well as the following two industry days. The charity preview, which raised $3 million in 2012, will take place on the 18 th .
The majority of the vehicles showcased at the event are expected to be world debuts. Last year’s Detroit Auto Show featured 42 vehicle introductions, including 38 global debuts, 26 of which were production models and 12 concept vehicles. Also, media registrations increased by about 15-20 percent last year.
This past year, more than 770,000 people attended the 2012 NAIAS on the days it was available to the public, while an additional 40,000 attendees came to the events leading up to the main show.
