That's a significant # 4,000
premium over the outgoing model, but the hike is somewhat justified by the massive upgrades that come with the third - gen hatchback.
As such, the models are expected to gain a 10 percent increase in highway mileage
over the outgoing models with a seven percent increase in the city department.
Most significantly, the front fascia throughout the entire range gains even more aggressive styling, giving it a more distinctive
look over the outgoing model.
The fifth generation had revised suspension changes and chassis tuning and increased cargo volume corresponding to a minor increase in
size over the outgoing model.
Inside, the 2019 RDX is roomier in the cabin thanks to its slightly longer
wheelbase over the outgoing model Cabin updates also include new sport seats that are up to 16 - way power adjustable.
BBR says it is ultimately aiming for at least 250bhp from the upcoming MX - 5, something that bodes very well for drivers in light of the new car's 100 kg weight
saving over the outgoing model and 50:50 weight distribution.
The 2015 Golf R will produce 295 hp and 280 lb - ft of torque courtesy of its turbocharged and direct - injection EA888 TSI engine, a gain of 36 hp and 37 lb -
ft over the outgoing model.
Honda provided a current generation CR - V to test back - to - back with the new fifth generation crossover, and the refinements made to ride quality are perhaps the most immediately noticeable improvement, while enhanced road noise isolation bolsters the new CR - V's more premium
feel over the outgoing model.
The cabin represents a larger
step over the outgoing model, with a cleaner, simpler design made possible by a 10.1 - inch screen that's neatly integrated into the centre of the facia, and a secondary 8.6 in display that controls ventilation and heating.
When combined with other fuel - saving technology, the 1.5 - liter Accord gains up to 3
mpg over the outgoing model, with 2.0 - liter fuel economy yet to be announced.
While an improvement
over the outgoing model thanks to the black D - pillars and inverted horizontal light bar, the 2018 Navigator's rear still looks quite slabby, thanks in part to its nearly 1:1 width: height proportions.
But last week Subaru debuted the new Legacy, citing an upgrade in all
aspects over the outgoing model, including the engine line - up and standard kit offerings.
The four - seat hatch made its international debut in Japan last year promising improved range — Nissan claims more than 400 km from a single charge — plus connectivity and autonomous driving
benefits over the outgoing model.
The Navigator is built with an aluminum body that cuts its weight by nearly 90
kilograms over the outgoing model, which Lincoln said has been «reinvested» in features such as towing capacity and sound insulation, including extensive use of laminated glass to cut down on noise.
The 86 carries on with a 2.0 - liter flat - four engine, though Toyota has bumped its output up to 205 horsepower and 156 pound - feet of torque, increases of merely five horsepower and five pound - feet of
torque over the outgoing model.