Yearly Archives: 2010
LA 10': 2011 Kia Optima Hybrid Unveiled…Kia's First Hybrid
Kia's all-new Optima is about to hit dealers with a starting price of $18,995 and now Kia has unveiled the hybrid version of the Optima, the third Optima model. The Optima Hybrid uses the same system as the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, which is a 2.4L engine mated to an electric motor that is powered by a lithium polymer battery. "Kia...
LA 10': 2012 Nissan GT-R Gets A Facelift and More Power…0-60 MPH in Under 3 Secs!
530 horsepower, 488 lb-ft. of torque and 0-60 in less than three seconds! Can I have two please! Nissan took the wraps off the revised 2012 GT-R at the LA Auto Show today. The 2012 Nissan GT-R gets a facelift, but more exciting is that the twin-turbocharged 3.8L V6 engine now puts out 45 more horsepower for a final...
LA 10': Honda Fit EV Concept Previews 2012 Production Version
Those of us hoping for a hybrid version of the Honda Fit in the US can move to Europe, since it's not coming here. But if you want something better, Honda has unveiled the Fit EV Concept, which previews the production version coming in 2012. The concept that was shown at the LA Auto Show doesn't look much different from...
2012 BMW 650i Convertible Officially Unveiled
BMW has unveiled the 2012 650i Convertible, although it didn't show up at the LA Auto Show. The 2012 650i Convertible is pretty close to the 6 Series Coupe Concept that was unveiled in Paris. The 650i Convertible is powered by BMW's twin-turbocharged 4.4L V8 that puts out 400 horsepower and 450 lb-ft. of torque. The engine can be...
LA 10': Fourth-Generation 2011 Nissan Quest Unveiled
2011 is becoming the model year where nearly every minivan on the market is being redesigned. Nissan has unveiled the fourth-generation Nissan Quest minivan at the LA Auto Show. The 2011 Quest is based on the same"D-platform" as the Maxima and Altima. It features a long 118.1 inch wheelbase and a length just over 200 inches. It's powered by a...
LA 10': Nissan Ellure Concept…The Sedan Re-Imagined
According to Nissan the Ellure Concept that was unveiled at the LA Auto Show is "The Sedan Re-Imagined." The concept sedan comes at a time when buyers are moving more towards coupe and crossover SUV alternatives, it is meant to show Nissan's vision of it's next-generation sedans. "While not intended as a preview of any upcoming production model, Ellure confirms...
LA 10': Subaru Impreza Design Concept Finally a Nice Looking Impreza…
Subaru is known for its great engineering, but it has never really produced anything that would be labeled as "beautiful" or "good looking." But...it looks like Subaru is fixing that... Subaru has unveiled the Impreza Design Concept that is debuting at the LA Auto Show this week. Although its being labeled as a "concept", Subaru claims it gives us a...
2011 Fiat 500 to Start at $15,500 in the U.S.
The online configurator for the 2011 Fiat 500 is up and reveals that the pricing for the US model starts at $15,500. There are three versions of the Fiat 500: -Fiat 500 Pop: $15,500 -Fiat 500 Sport: $17,500 -Fiat 500 Lounge $19,500 Playing around with the site and you'll notice that it's hard to get the price over $22,000. Definitely a good thing... ...
2011 Kia Optima Starts at $18,995
Kia has announced the pricing for its all-new Optima sedan that will hit dealerships with a starting price of $18,995 for the Optima LX equipped with a six-speed manual transmission. "The all-new and highly anticipated Optima delivers an outstanding combination of value, eye-catching design and premium-level amenities that will continue Kia's ongoing brand transformation and attract new buyers to our...
LA 10': Cadillac Urban Luxury Concept Revealed
w Cadillac is kinda known for producing large vehicles like the Escalade SUV, but it's latest concept car is the complete opposite. The Cadillac Urban Luxury Concept packs luxury and Cadillac style in a small package. The very small Urban Luxury Concept measures 151 inches long and has a wheelbase just over 97 inches. Although those numbers aren't very big, the...
