Sentences with phrase «lighter curb»

ROAD TEST EDITOR JONATHAN WONG: Personally, I would take my 550 - hp 2012 Jaguar XKR - S as a coupe for added structural rigidity and lighter curb weight.

Now, years later, she owns the latest Lincoln Navigator, which boasts a 450 - horsepower 3.5 - liter EcoBoost V6, a 10 - speed automatic transmission, and a lighter curb weight than its predecessor thanks to an aluminum alloy body.

Highlights of the redesign included more - aggressive styling, aluminum - intensive construction for a lighter curb weight, a touchscreen infotainment system with available navigation, and a manually folding soft top that's exceptionally easy to operate.

However, it's also slightly quicker, thanks to its lighter curb weight and improved low - end torque.

Given the extra power, the hybrid setup, and the lighter curb weight, the new Golf GTI should be around a half - second quicker from 0 to 62 mph.

Bolstered by its new lighter curb weight, an achievement made possible by its all - aluminum body panels, the Ford F - 150 has been able to down - size last year's base 3.7 - liter V - 6 to a 3.5 - liter unit that still offers a respectable 283 horsepower and 255 lb - ft of torque.

The move to aluminum would help out in fuel economy with a lighter curb weight.

What it does have, however, are much cooler looks, a lighter curb weight, and a rear locking differential.

«The performance numbers only tell half of the story, because the lighter curb weight also makes the new Camaro feel more responsive and agile behind the wheel.

Credit the Z's nearly 400 - pound lighter curb weight and extra gear in the automatic transmission — it gets up and goes with little provocation.

On the road and in practice, the new chassis» lighter curb weight and meatier midrange torque curve conspire to make the new Miata feel as responsive as ever.

With the new four - cylinder engine and a lighter curb weight, the base Macan also becomes more efficient for 2017, with the EPA estimating city and and highway figures at 20 and 25 miles per gallon, respectively.

That's one additional cog over the 2015 model, and combined with the new, lighter curb weight, should immediately address a criticism that has nagged at the second - gen Pilot since its arrival: lackluster fuel economy.

(The car will still weigh 5,451 pounds, so a lighter curb weight is relative).

Countering the Ferrari's larger, more powerful engine, Aston brought a slightly lighter curb weight to this contest.

The 2018 BMW Z5 is aiming for a lighter curb weight than the current Z4, down to about 3,300 pounds.

The new capabilities come as a result of a new 1.5 - liter range - extender gas engine from the Ecotec family, as well as a new 18 - kWh battery pack and electric motor, and a lighter curb weight enabled in part by an aluminum hood and liftgate,

In combination with a lighter curb weight of 3,593 lb, the extra power makes for quoted performance numbers of 4.7 seconds from 0 - 62 mph and a top speed of 155 mph.

Mazda MX - 5 Cup / / $ 50,000 (ESTIMATED) / / Lap Time 1:55.8 Mazda's MX - 5 (a.k.a. Miata) has long been one of our favorite sports cars, blessed as it is with a brilliant chassis, just enough power to keep you grinning, and a relatively light curb weight.

The most impressive result of the car's light curb weight might be the fuel economy though.

And, thanks to the «Vette's light curb weight and an extra-tall sixth gear ratio, the LS3 is stunningly fuel efficient.

Its tight turning radius, wide wheelbase, and light curb weight provide a spirited road experience unlike any other subcompact.

Its high - horsepower output and light curb weight makes a big difference on the road.

NEWS EDITOR GREG MIGLIORE: The Mazda 3 i Grand Touring 4 - Door has a tight chassis, sporty style and a light curb weight, which all makes for an athletic experience behind the wheel and energy not...

Its relatively light curb weight due in part to aluminum construction, smooth - shifting 8 - speed automatic, and excellent suspension tuning give the XE a stellar performance package.

This high - performance sedan enjoys an exceptionally light curb weight, a 505 - horsepower V - 6 with twin turbos, carbon fiber body parts, and a racing heritage that would make any historian proud.

A relatively light curb weight also helps the Mazda turn in with authority and hold the line without too much body roll, and the CX - 5 is certainly more effective in the corners than any of its similarly - priced classmates.

Its extensive use of aluminum and carbon fiber give it an astonishingly light curb weight of roughly 3,600 pounds.

The MINI Cooper is one of the most rewarding front - wheel drive automobiles on the market, and its light curb weight means that the 121 horses produced by its 1.6 - liter four - cylinder engine aren't overly stressed.

Paired with the light curb weight and rev - happy four - cylinder is a six - speed manual transmission.

Compact 47.4 - inch wheelbase and light curb weight of 225 pounds results in amazing agility to boost rider confidence.

Not exact matches

I've kicked almost all of my other teas to the curb for Lady Jane Grey tea — it's like a version of Earl Grey but much lighter with citrus undertones.

And we'd end up sitting on a curb in the parking lot by the light of a street lamp, listening to night cicadas or cars going by, and we would talk about how no one had ever, could ever, have been in love like we were in love, and we would kiss until we were dizzy before walking back to the dorms, just in time for curfew.

Sometimes I have also told the story of the drunk who is looking intently up and down the curb under a street light.

This quick and simple recipe comes together in 25 minutes and will curb those fried - potato cravings with a much lighter bite that's lower in carbs, calories, and fat.

Some were spiritualists who left lighted candles, cooked chickens and wine on the curb for the spirits, and warned people a curse would be put on them if they joined the Mormons.

In light of the above finding, it seems clear that more aggressive societal interventions to curb obesity are warranted.

The rural look in Long Grove's residential areas is maintained by banning street lights, sidewalks and curbs.

To reduce expenditures, commissioners removed lighting, curbing of the parking lot, grading and some landscaping from the project.

Although the setup isn't designed to handle off - road trails, it can certainly handle road bumps, playgrounds, pavement cracks, light snow and occasional curbs well enough to keep your children happy and comfortable.

it is easy to pop up over curbs in the city and very light with a compact 1 piece stand fold.

features: hand operated parking brake for ease of use integrated back screen to protect from the elements flip out support for little legs front suspension with 10» aerotech wheel secure storage pocket with headphone jack safe and easy 5 - point harness with one touch release curb hop light and easy compact fold second seat optional 45 x 25 x 45/51.5»

As you discover ways to boost your child's good (green light) behavior, curb his annoying (yellow light) behavior, and immediately stop his unacceptable (red light) behavior you will learn how to soothe his stormy outbursts with amazing success — and better yet, prevent these outbursts before they begin!

They were singing and lighting candles on the curb where his car had finally rolled to a stop.

Pop up over curbs with feather light maneuvering thanks to phil teds clever engineering - we know it's not a flat world!

«Last October, 450 youth volunteers throughout Oneida County raked and bagged leaves, swept porches and driveways and brought light refuse to the curb at 100 senior citizen households,» Picente said.

In this light, the authorisation for the conduct of Ex AYEM AKPATUMA was authorised and troops deployed to curb menace of the herdsmen - farmers conflict and other criminal activities in the North Central Region amongst others.

FINANCIAL DISTRICT — Nearly a year after a UPS worker was crushed by an SUV that jumped the curb on Beekman Street, the roadway is getting a traffic light.

During the Intergenerational Spring Clean - Up this past April, 488 youth volunteers throughout the county raked and collected leaves, swept porches, sidewalks and driveways and brought light refuse to the curb at 96 senior citizen households.

Painful and unpopular decisions to curb the deficit must be taken immediately; Trident renewal must be given the green light to wipe out any doubt about Britain's determination to defend itself; the planned jobs tax must be scrapped now; a cap on immigration is urgently needed; and the schools revolution can not come too soon.