Not exact matches
While Infiniti is predictably mum on the Monograph's powertrain details, we wouldn't be shocked if the next generation QX80 came with a version
of the brand's 3.0 - liter twin turbo V - 6 under its massive
hood, which on the Monograph is punctuated by sharp
creases that help frame the grille.
Whereas the Miata is all soft contours and gentle swells
of sheetmetal, the 124 Spider adds a sharp
crease in the belt line and twin scallops in the
hood (the etched lines make for a modern twist on the similarly shaped
hood «bumps» seen on later versions
of the original).
The
hood has two
creases down the length
of it in typical raging bull fashion, and the nose contains the symbolic pointed tip above the shield.
A curved
hood with several strakes and
creases sets up a long character that that runs below the windows on either side
of the car.
Not everyone might appreciate the new Miata's sharply
creased fenders or rounder
hood, but no one would complain about the utter simplicity
of the Z-fold top that flops behind the seat with no trunk intrusion and clicks neatly into place - no need to struggle with the snaps
of an extra tonneau cover.
The
hood and sides are broken up by an assortment
of creased character lines akin to those seen on the Hyundai Elantra.
That's a good thing — check out the body - side
crease and the
hood and grille, the short overhangs and coupeish roofline, all
of which look good.
Two large, vertical blades divide each
of the large air inlets, and their form is taken up by the
creases in the engine
hood.
Interesting features
of this model are roomy interior and cargo space, comfortable ride., safety features, and Value pricing Tinted glass Body - color body - side moldings Body - color heated pwr mirrors Body - color door handles Body - color bumpers Speed - sensitive variable intermittent windshield wipers Pwr door locks Seatback pockets Remote keyless entry system w / alarm Front bucket seats w / active head restraints Air conditioning w / cabin air filter Locking glovebox Rear coat hanger Dual tier console w / fixed armrest, storage, (2) cupholders Cruise control Map pockets Warnings - inc: oil pressure, battery, door ajar, trunk open, brake, check engine Instrumentation - inc: tachometer, coolant temp, trip odometer, digital clock Full floor carpeting Assist grips Pwr windows w / driver auto up / down, pinch protection, lockout Remote fuel /
hood release Cloth door trim Rear center armrest w / (2) cupholders Tilt steering wheel Door sill scuff plates Rear window defroster Center console mounted 12 - volt pwr outlet Cloth seating surfaces In - glass antenna Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) Lighting - inc: dome, ignition, glovebox, map Rear 60/40 split-fold seats w / outboard headrests Independent multi-link rear suspension w / gas shocks P215 / 60VR16 all - season tires Compact spare tire Independent double - wishbone front suspension w / gas shocks 2.4 L DOHC CVVT 16 - valve I4 engine Shift interlock system Traction control system (TCS) w / electronic stability control (ESC) 4 - wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS) w / electronic brake force distribution (EBD), brake assist 16 x 6.5 steel wheels w / covers Pwr rack & pinion steering w / engine - speed - sensing Front wheel drive Front / rear stabilizer bars 4 - wheel disc brakes 4 - speed automatic transmission w / OD, Shiftronic City 21 / hwy 30 (2.4 L engine / 4 - speed auto trans) Lower / upper anchors & tethers for children (LATCH) system 3 - point seatbelts for all seating positions Shift interlock system Driver / front passenger advanced airbags Emergency internal trunk release Driver / front passenger seat - mounted side - impact airbags Traction control system (TCS) w / electronic stability control (ESC) Energy - absorbing steering column 4 - wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS) w / electronic brake force distribution (EBD), brake assist Front seat belt pretensioners & force limiters
Hood buckling
creases & safety stops Front / rear crumple zones Body - side reinforcements Front / rear side - curtain airbags
Still, the new XJ6 has kept enough in the way
of haunchlike fender contours,
hood creases and general opulence to keep up family resemblances and traditions.
But whether you choose the Gran Coupe or Convertible, a 6 Series boasts an athletic profile, defined by a long
hood and a striking
crease that's nearly the length
of the body.
But whether you choose Coupe, Gran Coupe or Convertible, a new 6 Series boasts an athletic profile, defined by a long
hood and a striking
crease that's nearly the length
of the body.
Add the facial furrows created by the
hood creases and the Yaris iA resembles an angry catfish about to make mincemeat
of a noodler's forearm.
Born
of necessity, the 0.8 - inch widening
of the front fenders to house the Speed's 18 - inch performance tires works well, but the two
creases added to the
hood seem pointless.
I love the excellent driving position, looking out over the short
hood framed by sporty
creased fenders, all
of which provides tactile and visual cues that say «sports car» even if the underlying hardware is a little more mundane.
Creases in the body work extend from the top
of the grille over the
hood and from the top edge
of the headlights down each side
of the Altima to give it a nice cut a couple inches below the beltline.
The 6's long
hood and short - ish rear deck, good - looking
creases and just the right
of chrome help the styling stay new and fresh.
This adds an aggressive touch to the previous generation's playful lights, just like where the 2009 model had round cutouts in the front bumper, the new Legacy features a set
of sharp vertical
creases making the mid size sedan look like it means business, just like the new functional
hood scoop that is exclusive to the 2.5 GT in order to feed fresh air onto the turbocharged flat four's top mount intercooler.
Well Automotive News says the upcoming seven - seat crossover will feature
of number
of cues from the Volkswagen Cross Coupe GTE concept such as the grille,
creased hood, and distinctive headlights.
It looks crisp with its long
hood and short - ish rear decklid, handsome
creases and the perfect amount
of chrome.
I suppose that the mesh grille
of the XSE is preferable to the horizontal slats
of other trim levels, and the
creases along the side
of the
hood are interesting if you're looking at them from a low angle.
Along the bodyside, the A4's belt - line
crease is more deeply defined, and this time, it neatly defines the edge
of the
hood, which is more clamshell - like than before.
A teaser image
of the concept shows a far more dramatic profile than Acura has shown in its sedans, with a long
hood and sharp
creases stretching from the front fender to the taillights.
Both the engine
hood and the apron feature sharp
creases that appear to be a radical interpretation
of the brand's current design language, save for the missing Acura «beak.»
A smartly
creased hood is fronted by what Kia calls its tiger nose grille, a pet cue
of the designer Peter Schreyer, president
of the Hyundai Motor Group, who oversees Hyundai and Kia styling.