Sentences with phrase «in vehicles like crossovers»

Not exact matches

Having sold just 6,200 vehicles in all of 2012, Maserati is introducing lower - priced offerings like the Ghibli and upcoming Levante crossover in order to expand the brand's reach and accessibility.

The typical crossover buyer may not speak in terms of on - center steering feel and load buildup, but all drivers know good steering when they feel it: Goldilocks will get in this car and instantly feel like she's connected with the wheels and in control of her vehicle.

Xlent crossover / wonderful comfortable ride / reasonable gas milage / easy entrance, exit / great appointments inside / stands out - doesn't «look» like all other crossovers ie Lexus, 2010 Caddy Srx, Nissan, etc. — This is a really fun, functional, family vehicle that pays you back in safety, security, and comfort whcih is worth every cent you pay for it...

Subaru is perhaps the non-luxury success story in this country, having sold 582,675 here last year as the brand that sells mostly crossover - utility vehicles to consumers who don't like sport - utility vehicles.

It doesn't feel like it's taking up any more space in its lane than modern crossover / utility vehicles.

Along the beautiful twisty mountain roads just north of San Francisco, the CX - 9 drives like a much smaller vehicle, more station - wagon - like in its look and over-the-road feel than a hulking crossover.

VW officials claim the CrossBlue, a three - row crossover, is merely a concept that «gauges customer reaction» to the design, but it's hard to imagine Volkswagen isn't already well on its way to launching a production version here in the U.S. Medium - large, three - row crossovers are as important in this market as midsize sedans, and given Volkswagen's quest to increase its grasp of the North American automotive market, a vehicle like the CrossBlue would be just the ticket towards achieving those goals.

Although it looks like a crossover, the Infiniti EX35 has more in common with a luxury sport sedan than a utility vehicle.

Though this Taigun is unlikely to make it to the U.S., it could be a key model for the company's growth in emerging markets like India and South America, where it would compete with vehicles like the Ford EcoSport subcompact crossover.

In recent years, Mazda has earned a strong reputation for fun - to - drive vehicles by spicing up staid segments with products like the compact 3, the mid-size 6, and the CX - 7 crossover.

The Highlander finds itself on the small end of this group, more like a mid-size crossover with bonus seats in back than a dedicated three - row vehicle.

All in all, the Mazda CX - 7 is a decent vehicle, but in the pantheon of five - seat crossovers, it is overshadowed by the likes of the Honda CR - V and the Toyota RAV4.

The second - generation GL, launched in the 2013 model year, is a big, blocky vehicle that competes with the Cadillac Escalade rather than tighter, sleeker luxury crossovers like the Audi Q7.

As Mazda doesn't currently offer a Skyactiv V - 6 engine, it's possible the CX - 9 will herald the introduction of a turbocharged Skyactiv mill; the 2.5 - liter inline - four used in cars like the 6 sedan and CX - 5 crossover produces only 184 hp, which might not be enough grunt to propel a three - row vehicle.

This newer version looks like it has a fat lip, and to make it more car like... They were the pioneer of the compact crossover, but through the years they've just grown in size and become more car - like, which goes against the original concept of: «RAV4 stands for Recreational Active Vehicle with 4 - wheel drive».

GANGWON - DO, SOUTH KOREA — Outwardly, the 2019 Hyundai Nexo looks like a contemporary crossover complete with its two - box styling and, in a nod to the Range Rover Velar, door handles that pop out when the vehicle is unlocked.

Like its current sibling, it belongs in the compact crossover SUV segment and will compete with vehicles such as the Audi Q5, BMW X3, and Lexus NX.

Honda's smallest utility vehicle, the HR - V is itself based on the Fit hatchback, and is pitted against tiny crossovers like the Chevrolet Trax, Ford EcoSport, and Mazda CX - 3 in the U.S.

If readily - available, affordable performance vehicles are to survive as a growing number of consumers select crossovers and SUVs over cars, brands like Ford's ST will have to translate to bigger vehicles, and sell in respectable volumes.

Despite the efficient and nimble nature of compact crossover SUVs like the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, there is still a lot of variation in what these vehicles can have equipped.

Another seven of the 13 were announced back in January, 2017, including vehicles like a hybrid Ford Mustang, hybrid F - 150, two hybrid police vehicles, and a battery - electric crossover that will premiere the company's forthcoming self - driving technology.

If this was a Miata, it would be disappointing, but this is a crossover so it feels in line with similar vehicles like the Jeep Renegade or Fiat 500X.

Ford did sell 969 units of the Cmax Hybrid (non plug - in) in September, which does show that people like the design and features of Ford's new compact crossover vehicle.

Yes, there are still viable car outliers like the Ford Focus ST and Civic Type R, but for the most part, in daily driving I prefer the taller seating position and hatchback convenience of a utility vehicle over an equivalent three - box sedan (given The Boss» hatred for crossovers, this may also be my last article for Autoweek).

While natural rivals like Mercedes - Benz and Audi are planning to offer X1 - like vehicles in Canada in the future, the only real competition for the compact BMW crossover are comparably equipped versions of the $ 52,895 Infiniti EX 37 and $ 49,221 Mini John Cooper Works Countryman S ALL4

Like the Mazda, the Mitsubishi compact crossover can be had with a system that can detect objects in front of the vehicle the driver may not be aware of.

Marketed as a crossover for North Americans, in reality, the X1 xDrive 35i drives like a taller version of the last - generation 3 Series Touring, a vehicle some critics (including yours truly) consider one the best do - it - all driving machines ever built.

Unrelenting demand for crossover sport utility vehicles (SUVs) has inspired several automakers to expand their SUV lineups, and some, like Mazda, are actively choosing to discontinue car models in favor of popular crossovers.

Whether you're in the market for a luxury sedan like the E 300 or a capable crossover like the GLE 350, there's a retired Mercedes - Benz Courtesy Vehicle for you.

Looking almost like a crossover SUV, but sporting the distinct markers of a minivan, the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica is one vehicle you won't want to miss out on in 2017.

In the subcompact crossover segment, we have vehicles like the Jeep Renegade, Honda HR - V, Nissan Juke, Mazda CX - 3, Chevrolet Trax, Buick Encore, and more.

In addition to being known for great prices on a terrific selection of high quality used vehicles, Wallace Nissan is also the leading dealership for new Nissan models, including popular, top - rated models like the Sentra, Altima and Maxima sedans; the Versa hybrid; the Juke, Rogue, Murano, Pathfinder and Armada crossover SUVs; and the Frontier, Titan and Titan XD trucks.

At the top of the list was Jeep, which, in the third quarter of this year, is due to release the Renegade, a compact crossover already for sale everywhere else and one that will compete with the likes of similar vehicles such as the Kia Soul.

The XT4 is Cadillac's first - ever compact CUV, a crucial segment for the brand to enter in leu of changing market dynamics that is favoring crossovers over other vehicle types likes sedans.

Seen in other new Saturn models, such as the Sky roadster and Outlook crossover vehicle, these elements — including distinctive headlamps with jewel - like appearance and a chrome grille bar — establish a new design language for Saturn's growing portfolio of vehicles.

A batch of new spy shots we just received in our inbox reveals the Germans have begun testing the MPV - like crossover outside city limits, as they're looking to asses the vehicle's behavior and fuel consumption on longer routes.

Like most vehicles in the luxury compact crossover class, both the 2015 Mercedes - Benz GLA and 2015 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque get their power from a 2.0 - liter turbocharged four - cylinder engine.

Driving a new Mitsubishi vehicle — like the 2018 Outlander PHEV, a plug - in hybrid crossover — carries a dual burden for a reviewer.

Even though such a rumored SUV would have gone up against new vehicles like the Audi Q8, BMW X7 and Mercedes GLS - Class, the majority of growth among crossovers and SUVs is in the compact segment, such as the Porsche Macan and BMW X1.

The first - generation Highlander pioneered the midsize crossover utility vehicle segment, ushering in car - like performance, comfort and fuel efficiency yet with SUV - like roominess and versatility.

It was revolutionary in a way for an SUV - like vehicle and paved the road not only for another BMW premium crossover, but also for competitors.

Crossovers are like sport utility vehicles in their passenger and cargo - hauling ability, but the distinction is in the platform on which they're built.

The original BMW X3 «Sport Activity Vehicle» debuted in 2003, and was one of the pioneers of the luxury small crossover craze, influencing brands like Acura, Infiniti and Mercedes - Benz to follow in their footsteps.

Rated for 208 horsepower and 258 pound - feet of torque, the small crossover will provide thrills behind the wheel like no other vehicle in its segment.

In the end, the LF - A was an important vehicle for Lexus in that it proved to be a test bed for more attainable performance vehicles (like the RC F and GS F,) not to mention the fact that its edgy design language is now visible on everyday models like the NX crossoveIn the end, the LF - A was an important vehicle for Lexus in that it proved to be a test bed for more attainable performance vehicles (like the RC F and GS F,) not to mention the fact that its edgy design language is now visible on everyday models like the NX crossovein that it proved to be a test bed for more attainable performance vehicles (like the RC F and GS F,) not to mention the fact that its edgy design language is now visible on everyday models like the NX crossover.

Adjectives like impeccable, spotless, and immaculate can be used to describe how clean this Jeep Compass Sport is, causing it to feel more like a new vehicle than a pre-owned one.More information about the 2012 Jeep Compass: The car - like 2012 Jeep Compass is the only crossover vehicle in the Jeep family, and shares a platform with the boxy Jeep Patriot.

Well Lincoln doesn't tell us what vehicle is actually in this video, but it looks like a crossover, so we're pretty sure that it's an MKZ concept.

Actually, the Grandland X shares most of its underpinnings with the Peugeot 3008, which was updated from a minivan - like vehicle into a full - fledged crossover in 2016.

It won't out - corner a BMW X5 or a Range Rover Sport, but when compared to other premium crossover vehicles the MDX looks like a racecar in disguise.

With Hyundai introducing its 2007 Veracruz crossover vehicle this week at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, buyers will soon have three SUV - like vehicles to choose from in the automaker's lineup.