Monthly Archives: September 2010

Buyer’s Guide: 2011 Dodge Ram 1500



For 2011, a new four-wheel drive system that can be used on dry roads is standard on specific Ram 1500 trim lines. New features include a Garmin navigation system, spray-in bedliner, and larger towing mirrors. MSRPs range from $26,495 to $36,640.

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Buyer’s Guide: 2011 Dodge Dakota



For 2011, the base-level Dodge Dakota ST Extended Cab is now available only for fleet sales. Otherwise, the Dakota pickup is unchanged. It comes as an Extended or Crew Cab, with V6 or V8. MSRPs range from $29,425 to $38,295.

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Buyer’s Guide: 2011 Jeep Wrangler



For 2011, changes to the two-door Jeep Wrangler and four-door Wrangler Unlimited are in trim: the Sport adds standard cruise control, hill descent control and steering-wheel mounted audio controls, while the Sahara adds a 115-volt power outlet and automatic headlamps.

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Buyer’s Guide: 2011 Dodge Ram Heavy-Duty



For 2011, the Dodge Ram Heavy-Duty 2500 models add a tire pressure display and vehicle information centre; the Laramie gets standard trailer brake control; and the ST can be optioned with Sirius satellite radio. MSRPs range from $34,345 to $57,945.

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Buyer’s Guide: 2011 Ford Flex



For 2011, a one-touch PowerFold and Tumble third-row 50/50 seat with tailgate feature is optional on the Flex Limited and Titanium models and a block heater is added to the Ecoboost V6 engine. 2011 MSRPs range from $29,999 to $46,599.

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Buyer’s Guide: 2011 Ford F-150



For 2011, the Ford F-150 undergoes a complete change of powertrains. The previous 4.6-litre V8 and 5.4-litre V8 engines are replaced with a 3.7-litre V6, 3.5-litre EcoBoost V6, 5.0-litre V8, or 6.2-litre V8. 2011 MSRPs range from $19,999 to $64,899.

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Buyer’s Guide: 2011 Nissan GT-R



For 2011, the Nissan GT-R receives a few new technology features, including an iPod interface, Bluetooth Streaming Audio, the ability to play DVDs, and automatic on-off headlamps. The GT-R’s 2011 MSRP is $99,500.

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Buyer’s Guide: 2011 Scion tC



An all-new model in Canada for 2011, the Scion tC is a redesigned version of the 2010 tC sold in the U.S. Based on the European Toyota Avensis platform, the tC uses a 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine. Its MSRP is $20,850.

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Buyer’s Guide: 2011 Scion xB



New in Canada, the 2011 Scion xB is based on the Toyota Matrix platform and uses a 2.4-litre four-cylinder engine. Available in one trim level, its 2011 MSRP is $18,270.

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Buyer’s Guide: 2011 Scion xD



New to Canada for the 2011 model year, the subcompact Scion xD four-door hatchback is based on the Toyota Yaris platform, and uses a 1.8-litre four-cylinder engine with five-speed manual transmission or optional four-speed automatic. Its MSRP is $17,200.

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Land Rover Evoque premieres at Paris show

The all-new Range Rover Evoque has made its global public debut at the Paris Motor Show. The Evoque brings the company’s LRX concept car to production reality, faithfully capturing the original design of the cross-coupe concept.
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Hyundai unveils ix20 at Paris show

Hyundai has unveiled the new ix20 at the Paris Motor Show, the automaker’s latest entry into the MPV (multi-purpose vehicle) segment.
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Mazda unveils redesigned Mazda2 in Paris

Mazda has presented the European premiere of the new facelifted Mazda2 at the Paris Motor Show, along with the recently-launched Mazda5 and current Mazda3 with updated diesel engines, and the company’s eco-friendly SKY Technologies.
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