All new for 2005, the Ford Freestyle is available in eight models-SE, SEL and Limited in 2WD and AWD, all with a standard 3.0L V6 and CVT (Continuously Variable) transmission. Ford is marketing the Freestyle as a crossover vehicle that has many of the features and handling characteristics of a passe ...
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The Subaru Outback Wagon enters the 2005 model year with several body enhancements. The available trims include: 2.5i, 2.5i Limited, 2.5 XT, 2.5XT Limited, 3.0R L. L. Bean Edition, and the 3.0 R VDC Limited. Safety enhancements for this year include dual-stage driver and passenger air bags, front si ...
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The 2001 Ford Taurus returns as a carryover model with minor functional changes. Five models are available: LX, SE, SES, SEL, and SE Wagon. The LX represents the entry level, and the SEL offers the highest level of comfort and luxury for the Taurus. A new exterior color, Spruce Green, has been added ...
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Toyota introduced its compact 4-wheel-drive sport-utility vehicle in May 1984, based on the same running gear used in their compact pickup truck.The 1995 4Runner is a complete carryover from 1994, except for new exterior tape stripes for V6 models.
The 1996 Montero is available in two models--LS and SR. A passenger-side air bag, trailer hitch and exterior paint colors are new for 1996. Safety features include side impact protection and optional anti-lock brakes. A 3.OL V6 engine with five-speed manual transmission is standard for LS. While SR ...
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Regular cab Rangers have been lengthened 3 inches. Thats a big improvement; the previous generations regular cab models offered insufficient legroom for tall drivers and a restricted rake for the seat backs. This newest generation Ranger provides more interior space, increased seat travel, and the s ...
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The Camry Solara is available as either a coupe or a convertible in two different trim lines, SE or SLE. The SE includes standard features such as dual airbags, multi-adjustable front seats, a CD player, and power windows and door locks. The SLE adds 16-inch aluminum wheels, power leather seats, aut ...
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The X5 is now available in three models: 3.0i, 4.4i, and the new 4.6is. The new 4.6L V-8 engine boasts 340 horsepower and 350 lb-ft torque. The 4.6is features 20-inch cast alloy wheels, xenon headlights, park distance control, eight-way power seats, and heated front and rear seats. All X5 models are ...
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For 2005, Fords pick-up truck returns with only minor changes. Newly designed wheels have been made available, as well as added features to the option packages. The Ranger is available in regular and SuperCab bodystyles, and is several trim levels: XL, XLT, EDGE, FX4, and FX4 Level II. 2WD and 4WD c ...
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The 1997 Aerostar cargo van is available as a single model. The Aerostar cargo van continues to be equipped with a 135 horsepower six-cylinder engine and four-speed automatic transmission. Rear anti-lock braking system, tinted glass, dual mirrors and driver-side air bag continue to be employed as th ...
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The new 2002 Toyota Camry Solara Coupe is not only exciting to look at and drive, it is equally dependable and practical. With sleek lines and aerodynamic design, the Camry Solara Coupe is eye-catching and absolutely brimming with a myriad of features.
Safety took precedence among the 2001 changes. A new standard Vehicle Skid Control (antiskid) system modulated brakes and engine power to maintain stability in slippery conditions. A new Brake Assist feature applied full braking force in response to rapid brake-pedal movement. Also new were a three- ...
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The new LeBaron sedan was a derivative of the front-drive Dodge Spirit and Plymouth Acclaim. All three shared the same chassis, but the 6-passenger LeBaron came only with V6 power. The three differed mainly in detail and trim choices--and the fact that the Spirit and Acclaim could have 4-cylinder en ...
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Fords first front-drive minivan went on sale as an early 1995 model. Windstars came in one size, with a sliding right rear door and a one-piece liftgate. Dual airbags, antilock brakes, and seating for seven were standard. Windstars 120.7-inch wheelbase was the longest of any minivan. At 201 inches o ...
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The Subaru Outback combines the rugged versatility of an SUV with the performance you expect from a sports car to deliver a driving experience like no other. No matter the weather or the road, you'll experience unsurpassed traction and handling with the Subaru Outback.
On-road. Off-road. Smooth terrain. Rough terrain. Flat, steep, rocky, soft... wherever you take the Mazda Tribute, one thing is certain — you’ll have fun driving there. Equipped with a high-performing, lightweight engine and a four-wheel independent suspension that’s tuned for superior handling dyna ...
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The new LeBaron sedan was a derivative of the front-drive Dodge Spirit and Plymouth Acclaim. All three shared the same chassis, but the 6-passenger LeBaron came only with V6 power. The three differed mainly in detail and trim choices--and the fact that the Spirit and Acclaim could have 4-cylinder en ...
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A mild restyling of the front end gives the 92 4Runner a new grille, front bumper, and aero-style headlamps. Also, power steering and a new rear wiper/washer system become standard. In back, the spare tire is now stored under the rear of the vehicle instead of on an outside carrier mounted to the re ...
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By the time Pathfinder arrived in 1987, it was faced with a group of rivals that included the Jeep Cherokee, Toyota 4Runner, Chevy S-10 Blazer, and Ford Bronco II. Original Pathfinders, available in base XE and uplevel SE trim levels, came with a 153-horsepower 3.0-liter V6. A new exterior color--Sa ...
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A 2-wheel-drive model joined for 1998, in top XLS trim. Formerly optional, antilock brakes became standard on the LS 4x4 as well as XLS models. The 4-wheel-drive XLS added heated seats and door mirrors, plus a locking rear differential that would be useful in tough off-road situations.
The Toyota Camry Solara, which made its debut in 1999, will enter the 2000 model year with the addition of a convertible model. The Solara is now available in six models: SE, SE V-6 and SLE V-6, all in both coupe and convertible bodystyles. The Camry Solara features several safety features which inc ...
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The slow-selling 2-door model is finally dropped from the 4Runner lineup, leaving just a trio of SR5 4-door models: rear- and 4-wheel-drive V6s, and a price-leader 4WD 4-cylinder. Both 4WD models now come with Toyotas more sophisticated 4WDemand shift-on-the-fly system.
The 2000 Sienna is now offering fewer option packages in comparison to last years model. The dual air conditioning is standard on all models except the base CE model. Other useful features are Toyotas standard tire pressure warning system, which alerts the driver of a low pressure tire. An optional ...
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The Tribute 4WD arrives this year featuring a host of changes. DX models feature standard 16-inch alloy wheels, privacy glass, and a keyless entry system. In addition, DX V6 models feature large wheel lip moldings. DX V6 models will no longer be produced after September 30, 2001. All models include ...
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An exterior facelift and interior trim changes highlight 2004 for Mazdas minivan. MPV is among the smallest minivans and comes in one body length. It uses a 200-hp V6 engine and 5-speed automatic transmission. ABS is standard. The LX has 16-inch alloy wheels, the top-shelf ES 17s. Front side airbags ...
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For 1998, the Sable is available in three models, GS sedan, LS sedan and LS wagon. The wagon is no longer available in the GS version. The reduced model availability reflects a simpler line-up. The Preferred Equipment Packages have also been eliminated, in favor of making more equipment standard. Th ...
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Now in the final year of its current design, Lexuss car-based SUV makes its sunroof standard instead of optional. RX 300 is built on the platform used by the 1997-2001 Lexus ES 300 and Toyota Camry sedan. Its model-year 2004 redesign will retain two rows of seats but bring new styling and a larger V ...
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Available with front-wheel drive or permanent all-wheel-drive, the new-wave four-door SUV was based partly on a passenger-car platform, but had a personality all its own. Exterior dimensions were similar to Jeeps Grand Cherokee, with a 7.5-inch ground clearance. Absence of low-range gearing marked L ...
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Changes for 1993 include mildly modified bumpers and reshaped fenders for this 6-year-old sport utility. Also, new inner door beams provide more side-impact protection and CFC-free air conditioning refrigerant replaces ozone-depleting R-12.
Redesigned for 1992, Montero retained the 4-door body and 3.0-liter V6 of the prior generation, adding eight horsepower (now 151). Base, RS, and luxury LS models had 5-speed manual shift or optional 4-speed automatic; the sportier SR was automatic only. The 4x4 wagon had a side-hinged, swing-open re ...
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