Sentences with phrase «for hatchback design»

Ford still recognises how the original Focus was not only a trend setter for hatchback design in the new millennium, but also how it helped transform the firm into what it is today.

It improves performance for the hatchback design to be the most powerful and provides everyday durability.

«Typically in North America, there isn't a big appetite for hatchback design in high - line luxury, specifically in our brand.»

For the eighth generation, Honda split the model into two different platforms, one for sedan and coupe, and one for a hatchback designed primarily for the European market using a simpler rear suspension from the Honda Fit and more aggressive styling.

Not exact matches

This three - door hatchback version was sold with an optional 50 - cc folding Motocompo scooter that fit neatly in the cargo bay and was designed to operate in congested Japanese urban areas too tight for even the small City.

You'll still not be worrying BMW M5s, but the SportLine - equipped Superb is undoubtedly a handsome thing: available in both hatchback and estate forms, it's most notable for a set of 19 - inch «Anthracite Vega» alloy wheels, as well as a sportier bumper design front and rear, tinted glass and black gloss trim elements for the grille, door mirrors and window surrounds.

Mazda has revealed its Hazumi concept at the 2014 Geneva motor show, a hatchback labelled as the design forefather for the next - gen Mazda 2.

The GT rides higher than a 5 - series wagon for easier ingress and egress and offers a clever hatch design that really does let the owner decide whether to use the cargo hold as a closed - off conventional trunk or as a hatchback.

In fact, we suspect that hatchback sedans like this have been designed expressly for drivers in China.

Although the standard MINI Cooper Hardtop already has a four - door variant for this generation, the Clubman is still longer and is more of a station wagon design compared to the Hardtop's hatchback proportions.

As the GLA class is little more than an A-Class hatchback with a taller ride height, beefier bumpers, and other minute cosmetic tweaks designed to trick buyers into thinking it's something other than a C - segment hatch, it's really no surprise to find the 2015 Mercedes - Benz GLA 45 AMG is virtually identical to the A 45 AMG that's already on sale across the pond — or, for that matter, that it's mechanically a dead ringer for the 2015 CLA 45 AMG currently rolling into North American Mercedes - Benz showrooms.

Squint and it's a little too reminiscent of the current (and lacklustre) Subaru Impreza hatchback for our liking, but in a bright colour, on 18 - inch alloys, it does look smart - especially so in Sport Nav specification, where the jewel - like lights help it stand out, preventing it from falling into the age - old Japanese school of bland car design.

First, the fact that the Rocketman was designed to be about 11 inches shorter and half an inch narrower than the MINI Cooper hatchback meant it would need a unique chassis for production.

Don't look for a big design change for the new Prius, as Toyota is sticking with the peaked roof and hatchback layout, a unique design that broadcasts the driver's green credentials.

The sporty vehicle is luxurious while featuring a distinct hatchback design, giving you extra space for all of your gear.

Its eye - catching 16 - inch aluminum alloy wheels and particular hatchback design have set a new trend for future crossover models.

Not only does it offer the power and performance that the Porsche brand is known for, but it comes with an added level of utility and practicality thanks to its hatchback design.

With a hatchback profile and a useable trunk, the super sedan has the design portion perfectly executed, including state - of - the - art side cameras for mirrors.

A smaller engine, the 1.5 litre DOHC 4G91, was a front - wheel - drive - only engine that was designed for use in hatchbacks, mustering up 86kW at 6000 revs with a peak of 137Nm of torque.

The Trollhättan design department, headed by Björn Envall, based its version on the 3 - door hatchback while the Finnish plant used the sturdier 2 - door version, which also looked better and was therefore selected for production.

Gray 2017 Toyota Prius Two 5D Hatchback 1.8 L 4 - Cylinder DOHC 16V VVT - i CVT FWD 50/54 Highway / City MPG Awards: * 2017 IIHS Top Safety Pick + Reviews: * Capable of 50 - plus miles per gallon; cabin remains quiet even when the gasoline engine is engaged; liftback design makes for easy access to the cargo area; plenty of room for four adults in the spacious cabin; offers a complete package of high - tech active safety equipment.

«The Alfa Romeo MiTo is an upmarket supermini, but it can't compete with the MINI hatchback or Audi A1 for design or driver involvement»

The concept, which is the inspiration for the 2014 Mini hatchback, has full - LED headlights, a new hexagonal grille, central dual exhaust system and many other interesting design highlights.

Besides helping the Civic Hatchback aim for the highest ratings in the rigorous federal crash tests, the crash stroke structure enabled designers to develop the body design to feature a short front overhang and short hood - line for a unique and exciting appearance, excellent outward visibility and improved handling.

====== EXPERTS ARE SAYING: explains Comfortable front seats offer a slightly higher driving position than most wagons and hatchbacks, and this design detail makes for an expansive view of the road ahead.

The current Mitsubishi Eclipse includes a 2 - door hatchback design that is built around Mitsubishi's PS platform (also used for the Mitsubishi Galant and Mitsubishi Endeavor).

That's hardly relevant to Australians, given the existing small cee'd hatchback is specifically designed for and built in Europe, right?

The fifth generation Subaru Impreza will have its world premiere and debut the company's new design language which will later be used for the next - gen Subaru Impreza Hatchback as well as the next - gen Subaru XV (Subaru Crosstrek).

The 2018 Tiguan is an all - new vehicle, designed specifically for the American market and built on the resizable MQB platform shared with vehicles as diverse as the midsize VW Atlas SUV and the Golf hatchbacks and wagons.

The space - saving prowess of the Versa, with the utility of a hatchback design, the Nissan Versa Note is a great choice for city drivers, giving them quick and easy access to its rear cargo space.

The Kia Proceed could dictate the design for future versions of the Kia Cee'd and Kia Pro cee'd hatchback and sedan.

Honda describes the hatchback as «a marriage of distinctive and sporty design, rewarding driving dynamics and versatile practicality,» the practicality party suggesting hatch version might have even more carrying capacity for those who don't want an all - out crossover such as the Honda CR - V.

You could always get the Union Jack painted on the roof of the hatchback or printed onto the Convertibles fabric roof and other options exist for the flag design on the headrest and outside mirrors as they did but now you can get it as a backlit design on the dashboard.

As for design, the slapdash styling is a negative, but it does offer the functionality of a hatchback.

This smart design provides flexible space for up to five passengers, and a huge hatchback opening for carrying all your cargo.

The Audi A7 was introduced for the 2012 model year as a luxury sedan with a steeply raked hatchback design which the automaker calls a «sportback.»

The Audi S7, a new model for 2013, is the high - performance version of the Audi A7, which was introduced for the 2012 model year as a luxury sedan with a steeply raked hatchback design known as a «sportback.»

All are specifically tuned for the R, but Race, though designed for hot laps, is what lights the VW's fuse — wringing the most out of the hatchback, even on the road.

Hatchback or Cabrio, the graceful shape and circular headlights pay homage to its Italian roots, while the artistic wheel designs, vibrant colour choices and unique fascias create a timeless classic for modern times.

Possibly more importantly, the Mazda's hatchback design is remarkably easy to live with as a daily driver, boasting plenty of space for four adult passengers and a boot full of their junk.

For the Volt's design, Chevrolet uses a shape that's come to define hybrid and electric vehicles: a four - door hatchback with a smooth front and a high, abrupt tail.

Outstanding design defines the 2017 Mercedes - Benz B 250e This 4 door, 5 passenger hatchback provides a satisfying ride for all passengers.

Farther back, the Volt's hatchback design makes for easy loading and unloading.

The Japanese people from Honda announced that the new Civic Hatchback designed for the European market entered the assembly line at the Swindon plant in the UK.

The new Mazda2 three - door hatchback builds on the five - door hatchback's exterior design — that evokes movement and athleticism using unique body panel articulation and compact dimensions — for even more sporty appeal.

It might not have the most exciting design, but low running costs and impressive reliability are key factors for many customers shopping in the hatchback class.

The V40 R - Design is the perfect version of the V40 for people that love the five - door hatchback, but that want even more style and performance.

«It's designed to look like an expensive, sporty coupe even though it's technically still a hatchback,» said Steve Kosowski, senior product planner for the Eclipse.

The good news is that this asymmetrical design doesn't make the Veloster look odd, in fact, its sporty hatchback shape is eye - grabbing for all the right reasons.

As a result, the specialised powertrain, suspension and steering components it needs in order to be the best hot hatchback it can be have already been provided — they're on the shelf, ready to go — while the car's chassis has already been designed to accept the 18in wheels for the job.