The 2010Land Rover Range Rover ranks 4 out of 6 Luxury Large SUVs. This ranking is based on our analysis of 62 published reviews and test drives of the Land Range Rover, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.
Built for traversing an empire, the 2010 Land Range Rovercontinues the tradition of uncompromising off-road abilities coupled with unparalleled luxury.
Land Range Rover's have always been vehicles with a large dose of luxury cachet. For 2010, updates to theLand Range Roverhave made the company's flagship model more powerful, more capable and more luxurious. The changes have been so well-received that it's tough to find a reviewer who has anything remotely negative to say about the Land Range Rover.
Range Rover built its reputation on remote trails, and the 2010 Range Rover continues to astound reviewers with its rugged capabilities. What's more astounding is that, unlike other off-road SUVs, the Land Range Rover has very good on-road performance as well. Two new engines -- one of which makes over 500 horsepower -- give theLand Range Roverthe power it needs in any situation. Handling and braking are so good that the Range Rover is as at home on the freeway or in the city as it is on rock-strewn trails. Inside, reviewers say the cabin lives up to the Range Rover's nearly $80,000 price tag.
The one quibble reviewers raise about theLand Range Rover is Land Rover's reputation for poor reliability. While Tata Motors, the company that recently boughtLand Range Rover, has promised to improve reliability, it's too early to tell if improvements have been made.
There’s something slightly weird about this scene. We are about to drive LEXUS LFA the daunting 12.9-mile Nürburgring Nordschleife track in Germany. In a LEXUS LFA. Okay, it’s the exotic LFA, a Ferrari-fighting supercar that will cost about $350,000. But the company built its reputation on smooth, refined, and perfectly nerve-calming cars, so why does the LFA exist? In what parallel universe is this thing remotely LEXUS LFA-like?
LEXUS LFA claims multiple justifications for the LFA program. The car, it says, casts a halo over the Lexus F line of performance machines. It’s also a way for Toyota to explore new technologies, particularly carbon-fiber construction. And since LEXUS LFA says it will be selective about whom it will sell to—car collectors and high-profile individuals who use the car rather than park it—the LFA should raise the cachet of the brand as a whole
For all that marketing happy-talk, the 2012 LEXUS LFA is a serious outlier in the Lexus lineup and has had a convoluted gestation. The program started in 2000, and LEXUS LFAshowed the first concept car at the Detroit auto show in 2005. Next, a convertible version appeared at Detroit in 2008, though it has since been canceled. In the interim,LEXUS LFA prototypes were spotted testing at theNordschleife, and further, two race-prepared carsentered the 24-hour race at the Nürburgring in 2008 and 2009. But until now, the company hasn’t said anything about production intent. LEXUS LFA is finally ready to admit that a mere 500 will be made, with production starting in December 2010.
Although the car is extravagantly expensive, Lexus says it will lose money on every one. We believe it. The last car that incorporated a similar level of technology, performance, and exclusivity was the $650,000 Ferrari Enzo. At $350,000, theLEXUS LFA begins to look like something of a bargain. The LEXUS LFA is an exotic, two-place, front-engine, rear-wheel-drive coupe. The chassis and body are made largely of carbon-fiber composite, just like those of an Enzo or a Mercedes SLR McLaren. Per Lexus’s scales, the car weighs 3263 pounds—less than a Corvette ZR1.
The LEXUS LFA engine is a 4.8-liter V-10 codeveloped with Yamaha. It’s a compact unit that makes 553 horsepower at 8700 rpm and revs to a giddy 9000 rpm. Maximum torque of 354 pound-feet peaks at 6800 rpm, with 90 percent available between 3700 and 9000 revs.
The LEXUS LFArear-mounted, six-speed automated manual transaxle incorporates a Torsen limited-slip differential. LEXUS LFA Control arms comprise the front suspension, with a multilink arrangement at the back. To keep weight down, the suspension pieces and the remote-reservoir monotube KYB dampers are aluminum.
LEXUS LFA Brembo carbon-ceramic brake setup consists of discs 15.4 inches in diameter and six-piston monoblock calipers up front, with 14.2-inch discs and four-piston calipers at the back. LEXUS LFAforged aluminum 20-inch BBS wheels sit inside bespoke 265/35 front and 305/30 rear Bridgestone Potenza tires. There are four driving modes: automatic, normal, wet, and sport; the driver can also select manual shift speeds. In sport mode, the stability-control system allows for greater amounts of yaw, but the system can be switched off completely.
When LEXUS LFAcomes to the styling, there’s a definite Japanese aesthetic, what with all the sharp edges and matte-black vents. But it’s not a head turner like the Enzo or even a Lamborghini Gallardo. We definitely wouldn’t order one in matte black—one of 30 available colors—because it looks like someone forgot to paint it properly.
But there is function underpinning the somewhat sedate form. According to chief engineer Haruhiko Tanahashi, an advantage of using LEXUS LFAcarbon fiber for the bodywork is that it’s possible to make very sharp edges and cutoffs that improve aerodynamic performance. The LEXUS LFA has a reasonably low coefficient of drag (0.31), and Tanahashi says that the car produces more downforce than any of its competitors. Even the inside edges of the door mirrors are shaped to guide air into scoops over the rear fenders that feed the rear-mounted radiators. A large rear wing incorporating a Gurney flap pops up at speeds above 50 mph.
The interior is restrained but tasteful. The LEXUS LFA car we drove had a mixture of supple leather, carbon fiber, Alcantara, and “satin metal” adorning the cockpit. LEXUS LFAwill offer seat coverings in 12 shades of leather or 10 alternate hues of Alcantara, with three color choices for the Alcantara headliner. “Roomy” describes the cabin, although luggage space is minimal. The supportive bucket seats have eight-way power adjustments, and the driving position is superb. LEXUS LFA minor controls are as easy to find and use as in a standard Lexus sedan, and the LFA even has the same mouse-style operation for its multifunction center-console screen as in an RX350 sport-ute.
Although it's probably difficult for most people to think of a nearly $200,000 automobile as "affordable," that's the position the Lamborghini Gallardofinds itself in within the Lambo product lineup. But no matter -- sports cars with exotic looks and the performance to match have a built-in ownership audience. Since its introduction, the mission for this "baby Lamborghini" has been to maintain the style and attitude of Lamborghini Gallardo 12-cylinder cars but be more livable in everyday use. It's been a successful strategy, as there's been no shortage of takers who rightly lust after such a usable and alluring sports car. In fact, theLamborghini Gallardo has become this Italian automaker's best-selling model ever.
Without too much difficultly, one can claim that the Lamborghini GallardoLP560-4 is Lamborghini's best sports car ever. If there's anything lacking, it's the outrageous spirit and flair so often associated with the company's more expensive or legendary offerings. But the trade-off of a little spirit for a lot of functionality has been a good one, and there's no doubt that theLamborghini Gallardo is a true, world-class exotic.
The exotic Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 is currently available in a coupe body style and spyder convertible. The name LP560-4 refers to its engine position ("longitudinale posteriore" or longitudinal rear), its European horsepower measurement (560 ps) and that all four wheels are powered. There is also a limited-edition model called the LP550-2 Valentino Balboni, which is a rear-wheel-drive-only model named after Lamborghini Gallardo storied test driver.
The Gallardo LP560-4 is powered by a 5.0-liter V10 good for 552 horsepower and 398 pound-feet of torque. The Valentino Balboni model produces 542 hp. A six-speed manual transmission with gated metal shifter is standard, while an automated six-speed sequential-shift manual transmission known as e-gear is optional. Expect 0-60 times in the high-3-second range.
In terms of layout and design, theLamborghini Gallardo is a true exotic. To keep weight down, the chassis is a composite blend of alloy stampings, extrusions and castings. And except for the traditionally opening steel doors (no scissors), the exterior is constructed of thermoplastic-formed panels.Inside, the Lamborghini Gallardo's handsome furnishings sublimely marry form with function and offer a surprising level of comfort for a vehicle of this type. Credit is certainly due to the influence of parent company Audi, whose expertise with interior design has been of no small benefit since the Volkswagen Group purchased Lamborghini Gallardo in the late 1990s. The impact is obvious given the precisely fitting leather and soft-touch materials.
Despite the fact thatLamborghini Gallardo an exotic sports car, seating is comfortable enough to accommodate the occasional road trip. Though not as flamboyant as its extroverted exterior, the Lamborghini Gallardo interior styling still befits a vehicle in this price range. Storage space is tight, though, with a minimal amount of room available behind the seats and in the nose-mounted trunk.
Three years ago, NISSAN GTR made a decision to bring back the revered GT-R for another generation of production. NISSAN GTR also promised that the GT-R would be a world-class supercar, capable of competing with the very best that the world had to offer. NISSAN GTR promised that the car they delivered would be the start of a series of mind-blowing cars that would be sold under the GT-R nameplate. Three years down the road and NISSAN GTRhas just delivered on its last commitment with the heavily revised 2012NISSAN GTR. Nissan provided a couple of sample 2012 NISSAN GTR in full US specification, for the media to play with. NISSAN GTR aftermath of this media introduction were dropped jaws and sore necks, generally the resulting from the numerous. The NISSAN GTR 2.7 second 0-60 mph blasts. The sore neck part was actually something that NISSAN GTR engineers took into consideration. NISSAN GTR actually devised a limit of 4 consecutive launches per every 1.5 miles of casual driving and justified their actions by citing wear and tear on the drivetrain and the occupants neck.
The 2012 NISSAN GTR's official specs have been public knowledge for several weeks now.NISSAN GTRengines power increases to 530 from 485, and the torque grows to a stout 448 ft-lbs, up from 434 ft-lbs. NISSAN GTRwas even talk of the aerodynamics producing a whopping 10% more downforce yet offering a superior drag coefficient of.26. Inside, the 2012 NISSAN GTR definitely seems to be more in line with its $89,000 base price, for the first time. The 2012 NISSAN GTR sports improved interior materials, similar to the ones found on various Infiniti models. The gauges are better lit and the colors of the dials and interior trim are more pronounced. NISSAN GTRseats are aggressively bolstered and just as comfortable as before. The 2012 NISSAN GTR also benefits from better chassis rigidity and can actually withstand an astonishing 11,000 lbs of stress.NISSAN GTR increased rigidity results in a better on road feel with slightly less road noise. There are numerous suspension modifications in the 2012 NISSAN GTR such as an increased front caster that grows to 6 degrees. NISSAN GTR also modified the rear suspension to improve its weight distribution and lower the center of gravity for the car.
NISSAN GTR wheels have obviously changed as well. NISSAN GTR base model carries a new design of 1 piece allow wheel.NISSAN GTR new rims are similar to the outgoing models wheels. The old ones are still available though. All NISSAN GTR tires are pumped up with nitrogen, which offers superior stability and performance.
NISSAN GTR ultimate verdict on the 2012 NISSAN GTR, get this car if you have the means! NISSAN GTR like no 1 car on the market today that offers the all weather, all situation, performance that this machine does. NISSAN GTR car is big, easy to drive, does most of the work for you, and will beat everything from a 911 Turbo S to a Ferrari 458 Italia around a racetrack. Best of all, the car has tons of room for improvement from aftermarket tuners, which can take this car up to 800 plus horsepower.
Toyota Camry Hybrid Toyota has been known widely in the market for its efficiency in delivering high-performing and trusted cars. Hybrid With its repeated launch of high-end cars, Toyota Camry Hybrid has acquired a firm stand in the competitive market, thereby matching the expectations of all its potential buyers. Toyota Camry Hybrid had set out a breakthrough in the year 1983 and has come into being among several other powerful cars in the catalogue of 'most successful cars' lately. Toyota Camry Hybrid is representative of a systematic progress in the launch of unequaled designs as well as attributes. Toyota has launched a hybrid version of Camry, which has become the most popular in the market and is known as Hybrid.
The Toyota Camry Hybrid is categorized as a midsize sedan exclusively designed for lovers of space and luxury. This Hybrid version of the car has received a minor facelift. Toyota Camry Hybrid car ranks the highest as far as the performance factor is concerned while considering the other models of its class including the Camry Hybrid version of Ford Fusion. Camry Hybrid According to a review done on the vehicle, the Camry Hybrid is par excellence in almost all the various aspects that make up a high-end car. Toyota Camry Hybrid has been ranked accurately after a test drive. The new Toyota Camry Hybrid specs has invited a spectacular ranking among its rivals in the automobile industry. As far as the mechanical specifications of the car is concerned,it's boats off 2.4 liter 2AZ-FXE . The engine that has the capacity to produce 147 horsepower at 6000 RPM and a torque level of about 138 pound feet. Hybrid has 105KW electric motor, the Sedan can exert more power. The combination of both the power engines helps the machine to exert 187 horsepower. According to the Camry Hybrid specs, the sedan can easily as well as effectively run 20 miles per hour with the help of the electric motor. The Hybrid impulsive machine is loaded with a nickel metal battery package that can sustain for over 150,000 miles. However, Toyota Camry Hybrid space needed to accommodate the battery has compromised 30% of the space reserved for trunk.
Hybrid have well settled its pros and cons. Although the Toyota Camry Hybrid car works efficiently to offer adequate balance of fuel efficiency along with eco-friendly nature, it, unlike the Prius Toyota Hybrid version, fails to display a sync of the electric motor and gas engine mechanism. Therefore, it makes it nearly impossible for the driver to detect when the electric motor is ready. Camry Hybrid proffers a great deal of performance of 33 miles per hour in the city and 34 miles per second on the highway. Despite of its drawbacks, Toyota Camry Hybrid has acquired a name among some of the best Hybrid models by its loyal drivers. The fuel efficiency of Toyota Camry Hybrid surpasses all the standards specified by ATPZEV, which is popularly known as Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emission Vehicle. To entice its awaited customers, the Toyota Camry Hybrid car offers warranty coverage for up to 8 years or 100,000 miles. With a growing demand for better fuel efficiency and features, the Toyota Camry Hybrid is sold heavy price of $26,150. Despite of an increased rating, the Toyota Camry Hybrid car is the most preferred vehicle owing to its eco-friendly nature and luxurious comfort.
