Sentences with phrase «mini-wagon econobox»

Transforming the SX4 from an econobox to a brazen road racer wasn't much of a stretch for Suzuki.

It began life in 1968 as an econobox — durable, reliable,... Read more

Yes, that Kia, the same South Korean automaker whose U.S. showrooms hawk $ 14K Rio econoboxes and $ 15K Soul crossovers.

Owners of the funky Nissan Juke never blend into the sea of boring econoboxes while on the road.

I guess car companies are finally realizing that young, cool people won't be caught dead in nerdy econoboxes — unless those nerdy econoboxes are so unabashedly nerdy that they actually become cool.

It hails from Korea, but it's something of a Swiss army knife: it's a sports coupe, a practical runabout, and an econobox all in one.

these five cars — which run the gamut from econobox to luxury — demonstrate that reputations can be rebuilt.

Not that this requires a huge leap of imagination: The Regal is based on the European - market Opel Insignia which, like most European mid-sizers, can be had as a hatchback — and not the mini-wagon econobox we usually think of, but a long, sleek, sedan - like shape with a tailgate hinged above the rear window.

Fittingly nicknamed «the wedge,» the 8 Series» unique slab - like shape eloquently stands out in a sea of overdesigned 21st century econoboxes, especially with its hideaway pop - up headlights.

It's cheap enough that someone looking at an econobox could theoretically stretch to get it, but it's also big enough and grown - up enough that a mid-size-sedan buyer should give it serious consideration.»

Even though I've driven just about every new car on the market, from exotics to econoboxes, my personal top speed in a car was established before I had a driver's license, when my dad rocketed me around the Chelsea Proving Grounds» oval track at 155 mph in a topless Dodge Viper in 1993.

I see lots of complaints about fuel economy — it's not an econobox people.

Still, other manufacturers (notably Subaru and Mitsubishi) have raised the bar for building tuned econoboxes, and I'm not sure the Caliber clears it.

It succeeded the Neon SRT - 4, a car that defied its econobox trappings with pretty sensational — and utterly unexpected — ; speed.

But we don't expect, and fewer and fewer buyers will accept, compromises in the interior quality of anything this side of an econobox, and in this regard, the 350Z was roundly criticized.

A dinky Keihin carburetor and a thick web of vacuum lines and dashpots live under the hood, but they do their work invisibly — the HF's engine exhibits none of the emissions - related stumbles or throttle - response hiccups common to 1980s econoboxes.

While it started life as an econobox, Ford has added sport - tuned suspension and a 197 - hp 1.6 - liter EcoBoost engine that's both turbocharged and direct - injected.

All of this is the key: Throw in that much, and despite its run - of - the - mill econobox performance, my tester felt like it cost much more than $ 21,099.

The Fit is an excellent econobox with a lot of passenger room, a hatchback with a back seat that goes flat to carry large loads.

Fisker is gone and the others are based on econoboxes.

It is a well made car with great fit and finish, moreso than I would expect (last econobox I bought was 15 years ago).

We all do it — some choose function over form, picking a dull econobox that has space and reliability.

FLOYD: There's a lot of fun to be had driving this hopped - up econobox, and a lot to like about the entire package.

But despite higher gas prices, once the lines for a daily or weekly ration at the filling station disappeared, consumers found that those little econoboxes with vinyl seats, 5 - speed manual transmissions, AM radios and doors that had to be locked individually and by key, were a pain.

If you are looking for an affordable, fun - to - drive car that is a bit easier on the eyes than your run - of - the - mill econobox hatchback, you may want to take a serious look at Pontiac's mid-engine two - seater, the Fiero.I know what you're thinking.

The base price of $ 22,395 for the middle of the range 2.0 i Premium is refreshingly affordable, and it doesn't mean you're driving a stripped down econobox.

With its tiny footprint and even tinier engine, the Mitsubishi Mirage may seem like a throwback to the bad old days of tinny econoboxes.

The upshot: You don't have to buy a hybrid or an econobox to get decent fuel mileage.

With its tiny engine, spartan interior, and plain styling, the Mitsubishi Mirage seems like a car designed 20 years ago, a super-cheap econobox meant solely to help drivers save money and gas by depriving them of comfort and power.

The Ford Focus lineup is vast and offers value throughout, from EcoBoost econoboxes to joyful hatchbacks.

We found the new Lancer's appearance generally pleasing (the vestigial rear wing notwithstanding) and, mostly thanks to the buff front intakes, it won't easily be mistaken for a mere econobox.

Short of offering a pickup truck, Korean automaker Hyundai is busily blanketing the market with all - new offerings in segments ranging from econobox to sport / utility vehicle.The completely revised 2007...

You mean a $ 14k econobox?

Doesn't feel like an econobox tin can ala the Yaris I test drove.

A bit pricey, but there is nothing «luxury» about a compact FWD transverse 4cyl econobox w / 134 or 161 hp — that's low, common, generic and fecal IMO.

On the road, the new suspension tuning has transformed the Civic Coupe from a soft two - door econobox to a mildly sporty coupe.

The sedan is also one of the most versatile forms, ranging from econobox basic to first - class executive comfort to back - road speed special.

For an econobox, it is really great.

• First year for Honda's perennial best seller • The car that changed Honda's «econobox» image • Top grossing film of 1976 — Rocky

Build quality was unimpressive and interior materials made no attempt to disguise this Pontiac's econobox status.

While the 1973 Civic changed Honda's image in the eyes of U.S. car buyers, the Accord went a step further by avoiding the pure «econobox» image.

The handsome little four - door is quite the looker, and those willing to spend a bit more cash can equip this little entry - level econobox with such upscale features as power windows, steering - wheel audio controls and heated outside mirrors.

From econobox to market leader in many segments, Hyundai has risen about as far and about as fast as any brand could.

In the past, if you wanted to save a few bucks you often had to make so many compromises to get under a certain price point, which basically meant you were stuck driving a bargain basement box on wheels — hence the term «econobox.»

I like fun, underpowered base packaged econoboxs.

In one deft stroke (OK, maybe it was more than a single stroke) of the designer's pen, an econobox was transformed into a stylish, formal sedan.

A very few cars can compete with the PT Cruiser style in the sea of modern econoboxes.

MP3 Player, Keyless Entry, Child Safety Locks, Bucket Seats, 4 - Wheel ABS, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, Front Disc / Rear Drum Brakes.EXPERTS REPORTan affable, affordable small car that doesn't scream econobox.

Econoboxes.

Brainy, economical and roomy, Festiva is the kind of car econoboxes should emulate.