The model I drove featured a supercharged V6 engine (the same in the F - TYPE).
Not exact matches
High - profile luxury carmakers Ferrari, Mercedes - Benz, and Volvo are predictably
driving the deluxe dashboard touchscreen trend and they're showing off Apple's long - teased CarPlay
feature in select
models for the first time at this week's Geneva Motor Show.
Cadillac announced in September 2014 that its self -
driving feature, known as Super Cruise, will be included in one of its 2017
models.
Standing in front of his image on a giant videoscreen, Musk showed off the
model's four - wheel
drive and autopilot
features.
Modelled on official racewear of the 1970s (the strapped collar is as much a giveaway as the stripes), the inside
features an iconic image of McQueen and his «Little Porsche» 908 — the car he
drove for 12 Hours of Sebring in 1970, and nearly won.
Tesla, naturally, shot back and said that it had never described the Tesla
Model S as a self -
driving car, with its website describing Autopilot as a «convenience
feature.»
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The
Model S
driven by Joshua Brown in Florida was said to be on Autopilot, a signature
feature of the Tesla brand.
Aside from banning the use Tesla vehicles for ridesharing, the company also announced on Thursday that future
Model X and
Model S electric cars will
feature full self -
driving capabilities.
The Volvo
models which will come equipped with the Polestar optimization
feature are the D5 and the T6
Drive - E.
One of my best
features is MyKey is a new Ford safety technology — launching this summer as standard equipment on the 2010 Focus, Taurus and other popular
models — that allows owners to program a key that can limit the vehicle's top speed and audio volume to encourage teens to
drive safer.
I read reviews, analyzed
features, weight and specs and test
drove different
models in store.
The
Model S is not a self -
driving car, but Tesla's Autopilot
feature is an assistive technology and a first step in bringing truly driverless cars to market.
The second
model states that an initial genetic diversity exists, which, as early as birth,
drives neurons to specify
features of a given class.
This new bone cancer
model does a better job than previously used mouse or cellular
models of «recapitulating» the
features of bone cancer cells
driven by key genetic changes.
The programs shared seven common
features: they were focused on the subject areas that teachers teach; incorporated active learning; supported collaboration; used
models and
modeling to demonstrate effective practice; provided expert coaching and support, offered opportunities for feedback and reflection, and were sustained in duration, often unfolding over months or years, rather than occurring in a single, «
drive - by» after school workshop, as is often the norm.
We weren't given a chance to
drive the price - leading, stick - shifted base
model, but we couldn't help but notice that it has vague shift action and lacks basic
features such as a tachometer, rear speakers, and power windows.
All F - type
models feature the same ZF eight - speed automatic transmission, but each version has its own final
drive ratio.
We were told originally that the T
features lower gear ratios, and this turns out to be the fitment of the same final
drive ratio as used in the Carrera S
model.
Rear -
drive models feature a new black trim strip between the taillights, while all - wheel -
drive models get a light strip between the taillights.
Albert Scaglione, the vehicle owner who was
driving at the time, reportedly told a Pennsylvania State Police officer that the
Model X's Autopilot
features were engaged before the crash.
Sport
models and up
feature Audi
Drive Select, allowing you to alter the steering's power assistance, as well as accelerator and, on autos, gear shift response, though the incremental changes are very small, the Comfort setting the best all - round choice for everything, Dynamic mode doing little to improve the steering's response.
Its aluminum architecture, which will be used for both short - and long - wheelbase
models, will
feature adaptive air suspension and will be able to accommodate both rear - and all - wheel
drive.
Front -
drive models feature Acura Precision All - Wheel Steer (P - AWS) as standard.
Since the Legacy was first produced in 1989, the
model has
featured a boxer engine and symmetrical all - wheel
drive, and it is likely that the
model will continue to
feature the unique drivetrain for some time to come.
Even with a turbocharger, the Veloster's best attributes are quantifiables like value, fuel economy, and infotainment
features, and as with the base
model, looking at the car is a more emotional experience than
driving it.
Our loaded, all - wheel -
drive EX-L
model comes in at $ 26,750, the second - cheapest in this group, and comes with
features such as navigation, heated seats, a sunroof, and Honda's blind - spot camera system.
These
models all come standard with new - for - 2015
features like pushbutton start, blind - spot monitoring, and a MyLincoln Touch infotainment system; four - wheel -
drive models also add hill start assist and hill descent control.
Base
models will
feature front - wheel
drive and manual gearbox and optional 4Motion all - wheel
drive with a seven - speed transmission.
The optioned - up A3s we tested ranged from $ 36,645 for one front -
drive model to $ 43,540 for a Quattro whose $ 8,450 Prestige Package
featured an aurally stunning, 705 - watt Bang & Olufsen audio system.
It's based on the same platform as the five - door
model revealed earlier in the year, the i3 Coupe
features the same 170bhp BMW - developed electric motor and rear - wheel -
drive drivetrain, with floor - mounted lithium - ion battery packs.
2013: Tesla
Model S Why it won: Elon Musk overcame incredible odds to establish his own car company and succeeded not only in breaking new ground technologically but in creating a car that is desirable for its looks,
features, and
driving pleasure as much as it is for its all - electric drivetrain.
MSRP (with destination): $ 31,970 PRICE AS TESTED: $ 37,805 ENGINE: 3.6 - liter DOHC V - 6 Horsepower: 285 hp @ 6400 rpm Torque: 260 lb - ft @ 4800 rpm TRANSMISSION: 5 - speed automatic
DRIVE: Four - wheel WHEELS AND TIRES: 18 - inch aluminum wheels 255 / 70SR -18 Bridgestone Dueler A / T tires FUEL ECONOMY (city / highway / combined): 16/20/18 mpg CURB WEIGHT: 4294 lb CAPACITIES: Doors / Passengers: 4/5 Cargo (rear seats up / down): 46.4 / 86.8 cu ft Legroom (front / rear): 41.0 / 37.2 in Headroom (front / rear): 41.3 / 40.4 in Towing: 2000 lb EXTERIOR / INTERIOR COLOR: Black / Black STANDARD FEATURES: 6 - speed manual transmission Stability and traction control Hill start assist Roll mitigation Part - time four - wheel drive 3.21 rear axle ratio Transfer case and fuel tank skid plates Cruise control 115V auxiliary power outlet Air conditioning 7 - speaker Infinity audio system w / subwoofer Auxiliary audio jack SiriusXM satellite radio w / one - year subscription Tilt steering wheel Temperature gauge and compass Leather - wrapped steering wheel w / audio controls Height - adjustable driver's seat 60 / 40 - split folding rear seats Rear compartment covered storage OPTIONS ON THIS VEHICLE: Altitude Edition - $ 2995 18 - inch painted aluminum wheels Black Jeep grille badge Front and rear bumper body - color appliques Gloss black interior accents Red interior stitching accents Altitude floor mats and hood decal Heated front seats Body - color 3 - piece hardtop Mopar fuel filler door Freedom panel storage bag Rear window washer, wiper, and defroster Connectivity group - $ 385 USB port Electronic vehicle information center UConnect voice control w / Bluetooth 5 - speed automatic transmission - $ 1125 Hill descent control Track - Lok rear limited slip differential - $ 295 UConnect 430N - $ 1035 40 GB hard drive w / 28 available GB SiriusXM travel link w / one - year subscription 6.5 - inch touchscreen display Navigation KEY OPTIONS NOT ON THIS VEHICLE: Dual top group - $ 890 Trailer tow group - $ 295 3.73 rear axle ratio - $ 95 ADDITIONAL SPECS: This is the one of the top - tier Wrangler Unlimited trim levels, only trumped in price by the «Call of Duty: MW3 Edition» Wrangler Unlimited m
DRIVE: Four - wheel WHEELS AND TIRES: 18 - inch aluminum wheels 255 / 70SR -18 Bridgestone Dueler A / T tires FUEL ECONOMY (city / highway / combined): 16/20/18 mpg CURB WEIGHT: 4294 lb CAPACITIES: Doors / Passengers: 4/5 Cargo (rear seats up / down): 46.4 / 86.8 cu ft Legroom (front / rear): 41.0 / 37.2 in Headroom (front / rear): 41.3 / 40.4 in Towing: 2000 lb EXTERIOR / INTERIOR COLOR: Black / Black STANDARD
FEATURES: 6 - speed manual transmission Stability and traction control Hill start assist Roll mitigation Part - time four - wheel
drive 3.21 rear axle ratio Transfer case and fuel tank skid plates Cruise control 115V auxiliary power outlet Air conditioning 7 - speaker Infinity audio system w / subwoofer Auxiliary audio jack SiriusXM satellite radio w / one - year subscription Tilt steering wheel Temperature gauge and compass Leather - wrapped steering wheel w / audio controls Height - adjustable driver's seat 60 / 40 - split folding rear seats Rear compartment covered storage OPTIONS ON THIS VEHICLE: Altitude Edition - $ 2995 18 - inch painted aluminum wheels Black Jeep grille badge Front and rear bumper body - color appliques Gloss black interior accents Red interior stitching accents Altitude floor mats and hood decal Heated front seats Body - color 3 - piece hardtop Mopar fuel filler door Freedom panel storage bag Rear window washer, wiper, and defroster Connectivity group - $ 385 USB port Electronic vehicle information center UConnect voice control w / Bluetooth 5 - speed automatic transmission - $ 1125 Hill descent control Track - Lok rear limited slip differential - $ 295 UConnect 430N - $ 1035 40 GB hard drive w / 28 available GB SiriusXM travel link w / one - year subscription 6.5 - inch touchscreen display Navigation KEY OPTIONS NOT ON THIS VEHICLE: Dual top group - $ 890 Trailer tow group - $ 295 3.73 rear axle ratio - $ 95 ADDITIONAL SPECS: This is the one of the top - tier Wrangler Unlimited trim levels, only trumped in price by the «Call of Duty: MW3 Edition» Wrangler Unlimited m
drive 3.21 rear axle ratio Transfer case and fuel tank skid plates Cruise control 115V auxiliary power outlet Air conditioning 7 - speaker Infinity audio system w / subwoofer Auxiliary audio jack SiriusXM satellite radio w / one - year subscription Tilt steering wheel Temperature gauge and compass Leather - wrapped steering wheel w / audio controls Height - adjustable driver's seat 60 / 40 - split folding rear seats Rear compartment covered storage OPTIONS ON THIS VEHICLE: Altitude Edition - $ 2995 18 - inch painted aluminum wheels Black Jeep grille badge Front and rear bumper body - color appliques Gloss black interior accents Red interior stitching accents Altitude floor mats and hood decal Heated front seats Body - color 3 - piece hardtop Mopar fuel filler door Freedom panel storage bag Rear window washer, wiper, and defroster Connectivity group - $ 385 USB port Electronic vehicle information center UConnect voice control w / Bluetooth 5 - speed automatic transmission - $ 1125 Hill descent control Track - Lok rear limited slip differential - $ 295 UConnect 430N - $ 1035 40 GB hard
drive w / 28 available GB SiriusXM travel link w / one - year subscription 6.5 - inch touchscreen display Navigation KEY OPTIONS NOT ON THIS VEHICLE: Dual top group - $ 890 Trailer tow group - $ 295 3.73 rear axle ratio - $ 95 ADDITIONAL SPECS: This is the one of the top - tier Wrangler Unlimited trim levels, only trumped in price by the «Call of Duty: MW3 Edition» Wrangler Unlimited m
drive w / 28 available GB SiriusXM travel link w / one - year subscription 6.5 - inch touchscreen display Navigation KEY OPTIONS NOT ON THIS VEHICLE: Dual top group - $ 890 Trailer tow group - $ 295 3.73 rear axle ratio - $ 95 ADDITIONAL SPECS: This is the one of the top - tier Wrangler Unlimited trim levels, only trumped in price by the «Call of Duty: MW3 Edition» Wrangler Unlimited
model.
That's only a $ 5,000 increase over the previous entry - level
Model S 60, which is how much Tesla usually charges just for adding AWD to a
Model S. Given that the new car also has improved performance, a longer
driving range, and extra standard
features, the 70D's price tag is actually a bargain.
Features and Pricing The RDX remains one of the more reasonably priced players in this segment with a starting price for the base front - wheel -
drive model of $ 35,215 (including an $ 895 destination charge).
Mercedes - AMG C63 S
models also
feature dynamic engine mounts; they are softer when cruising to reduce vibration and noise in the cabin, but stiffen up when
driving dynamically to better control the weight moving around in the engine compartment.
The press preview
featured XC40 R - Design
models powered by the 248 - hp T5 engine, which comes bundled with all - wheel -
drive.
All future Mercedes AMG
models will be turbocharged while four - wheel
drive will
feature more, too
Meanwhile, work continues on the forthcoming
Model X sport - utility, which will
feature this new all - wheel
drive platform.
For the base Premium
model, new standard
features include the S line exterior trim package, three - zone automatic climate control, xenon headlights, and LED taillights, all of which makes for a $ 1700 higher base price of $ 36,425 with destination for the front - wheel -
drive A4 2.0 TFSI Premium
model.
Both X4
models feature an eight - speed automatic transmission and all - wheel
drive as standard.
Expect the
model to
feature a range of gas, diesel, hybrid, and plug - in hybrid powertrains as well as a choice of front and all - wheel
drive.
Our
feature - laden HSE Luxury
model (starting at $ 64,945) packed all the necessary goodies for a comfortable
drive, including 16 - way Windsor leather seats, a heated steering wheel, and an 825 - watt Meridian sound system with enough stereo separation and dynamic range to make you feel like you were nestled snug inside a high - end home theatre.
I got to test
drive all the
models I was interested in and I also received detailed explanation of all the
features in the different vehicles.
Both of these elements will be
featured in the 2015 XC90 SUV, the first Volvo production
model to ride on this modular platform and to use the new range of turbocharged and supercharged
Drive - E engines.
The MKC's 240 - hp, 2.0 - liter turbo - four gas engine also receives an engine stop - start
feature as standard on front - wheel -
drive models and as an option with all - wheel
drive.
New for 2015 is a High Altitude package, for four - wheel -
drive models with a six - speed automatic transmission, which
features leather seats, a sunroof, a power driver's seat, and 17 - inch wheels.
The Version 1 Power Kit optimizes engine software for high - performance
driving, and is available for the 135i and 335i, along with the X6 xDrive35i
models built before April 2010 and
feature increased top - speed limiter and additional oil cooler.
When it debuts later this year, the 2015 Volvo XC90 will
feature numerous active safety technologies, styling inspired by the attractive Volvo XC Coupe concept, and an array of forced - induction
Drive - E engines like those
featured in the 2015 Volvo S60, V60, and XC60
models.
This aerodynamic
feature means that the overall drag coefficient of the new 5 Series can be as low as 0.26 (0.26 for rear
drive, 0.27 for xDrive
models).