The 2001 Tiburon is now equipped with a standard rear spoiler. In addition, two new package combinations have been added and a new exterior color, Lithium Yellow, is now available on the Tiburon. The Leather Package includes upgrades such as leather seating surfaces, a deluxe center floor console, a ...
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Suzukis compact and sporty SUV makes alot of sense. Its just about compact enough to fit in your pocket, but hauls alot more fun than your average sedan without the hedonistic SUV fuel expenditure. This 2-door convertible model brings fresh-air right to the drivers seat experience as you fold back t ...
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Now offered in a single series line-up only, the Escort ZX2 returns for the 2001 model year with minimal changes to the interior and exterior. These changes include the addition of exterior colors Sunray Gold Metallic and Mineral Grey Metallic. Bright Amber, Citrus Gold and Zinc Yellow are no longer ...
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The new-generation Mazda 3 is quite possibly the best mainstream compact car to hit the market in recent times, with sporty handling, an impressive interior and an exterior that is far from the boring standard set by others.
The Beetle is available in five models - GL, GLS, GLS TDI, GLS 108T, and GLX. The Beetle receives minor changes for this year, which include a brake-wear indicator, improved theft-deterrent system, sliding sun-visor extender, and an optional Cold-Weather Package. Standard equipment includes an anti- ...
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Suzukis entry-level subcompacts offer more power for 2004. Aerio comes as a 4-dr sedan and 4-dr SX wagon. Both graduate from a 145-hp 2.0-liter 4-cyl engine to a 155-hp 2.3 liter. Manual transmission and extra-cost automatic are available. The sedan offers base S trim and an uplevel version now call ...
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Volkswagens Cabrio convertible has been carried over basically unchanged for 2002. It is again available in three models: GL, GLS, and GLX. All three are powered by a 115-hp transversely mounted four-cylinder coupled with a five-speed manual transmission. A four-speed automatic is available at extra ...
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The bold and rugged Dodge Durango SUV is a tribute to its original conception - the generous interior passenger and cargo space of a full-size SUV, versatility, and outstanding performance and handling. It has remained a dominating force in its market for years.
Mercury cages the Cougar after the 2002 model year, when it will discontinue this slow-selling sporty coupe. For its final season, Cougar comes in price-leader 4-cyl form and in base-trim V6 and V6 Sport, Sport Premium, and Sport Ultimate models. Added midyear was a V6 35th Anniversary Edition packa ...
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The 2001 Tracker returns with minimal changes to the exterior and interior. Adding to the Tracker line-up is a new 4-door LT model and 4-door ZR2 model. New standard equipment includes child seat tethers, air conditioning, an AM/FM radio with CD and rear windshield wiper (4-door only). New options a ...
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The Mazda Tribute debuted in 2001. As Mazda likes to say, it has definitely stayed true to its roots as a sport utility vehicle raised by a family of sports cars. That is a statement best confirmed by drivers, of which more than a few would most likely agree.
Smaller Saab features base-trim 2- and 4-dr hatchbacks, uplevel SE 4-dr and convertible, and high-performance Viggen versions of all three body styles. All have a turbo 4-cyl engine: Base has 185 hp, SE 205, Viggen 230. Viggens come only with 5-speed manual transmission; other models offer optional ...
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The 2004 Mazda Protege is a sleek, compact car that will amaze and delight. With 180 pounds per foot of torque at 3500 rpm, this baby flies! The 2.3 litre, 16-valve engine is smooth and quiet, and you will have a ride that is both sleek and comfortable
Also standard are antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, 16-inch alloy wheels, high-intensity headlamps, leather upholstery, wind deflector, and AM/FM/CD stereo. Side airbags are not available, but a removable aluminum hardtop is.
RAV4 uses a 148-hp 4-cyl engine teamed with manual or optional automatic transmission. It offers front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive without low-range gearing. The tailgate swings open from hinges on the right. Side airbags arent available, but ABS is. So are leather upholstery, alloy wheels, and s ...
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A few years back, the nostalgic old Volkswagen Beetle Hatchback was released once again in an updated, contemporary format that stayed true to the original design and personality that won the hearts of so many the first time around. Todays New Beetle still sports the rounded bug shape and quirky del ...
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The CR-V adds a Special Edition model for 2000 raising the model count to four - LX 2WD, LX 4WD, EX 4WD and SE 4WD. 4WD models feature Hondas Real Time four-wheel drive system, which automatically engages to power all four wheels in the case of front-wheel slippage. Standard equipment on all models ...
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The Beetle continues into the 2001 model year showcasing several key enhancements. Among these changes is the addition of 17-inch alloy wheels with P225/45R17 tires. Also, new HID headlights with automatic leveling and a washer system will be available as an option on models equipped with the 1.8L t ...
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The new Cougar is very similar to last years model, but it does offer a few key changes, while still retaining its unique styling. The Cougars interior faced a few minor deletions: the drivers side map pocket, passenger side vanity mirror light and the brake pads wear sensor on the Auxiliary Warning ...
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With its nimble, racecar handling and myriad of comforts, the 2006 RSX is the quintessence of performance and luxury. Equally at home on a merciless mountain road as a big-city interstate, the RSX and RSX Type-S dish up powerful, unparalleled thrills. Strategically savvy interior appointments easily ...
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The Elantra line is expanded for 2003 with the addition of a GT sedan. Elantra is the larger of Hyundais two subcompact cars. It comes as the GLS 4-dr sedan, the GT 4-dr hatchback, and now the GT 4-dr sedan. All have a 2.0-liter 4-cyl engine and manual or optional automatic transmission. Front side ...
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The Ford Focus comes in a variety of models including the darling 2-door hatchback seen here. There are 4-door sedans in various trim levels and a wagon to round out the selection.
For power, the GTI has a 2.0-litre (1,984 cc, to be precise) turbocharged four cylinder developing 200 horsepower. According to VW, this is one of few engines built anywhere that uses a powerful combination of homogenous direct fuel injection and exhaust turbo with intercooler. The result is an exce ...
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Easy interaction is vital to enjoying life. That's why the ergonomics of the Tucson have been designed to be immediately instinctive. Even the most spontaneous getaways are better when they are shared and you are prepared. With Tucson it takes only minutes to load anything, or maybe everything, you ...
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The 2002 Ford ZX2 Coupe is powered by a 130-hp 2.0L engine with multi-port fuel injection linked with either a five-speed manual, or optional six-speed automatic transmission. Standard features include independent rear suspension, 15-inch aluminum wheels, and an AM/FM stereo radio/cassette with prem ...
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After the successful launch of the 9-3 Cabrio and sedan, Saab is gearing up for yet another addition to the lineup in the form of a sport wagon. A concept version of this upcoming addition was unveiled at this year's Frankfurt International Motor Show. With a shape inspired by the earlier Saab 9-3X ...
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Remember those small but powerful pocket-rockets of the early 90's? Fun cars but economic good times ruled them out. I can't help but wonder if the same thing will happen to the category in which the Acura RSX competes. Times are changing and somehow those wedge-shape coupes seem redundant in a mark ...
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With the Sportage compact SUV there's nothing holding you back from having a great life. Just fire up its powerful engine, sink into the roomy interior, draw envious glances and put yourself at ease with safety features like six airbags. Then revel in the fact that this well-equipped SUV comes with ...
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