Those looking for diesel - like fuel economy might enjoy the hybrid, which offers better performance
than the base V6 and impressive fuel - economy figures.
For 2014 the Ford Edge has a choice of V6 engines and a 2.0 - liter turbocharged 4 - cylinder that offers up to 30 mpg and more torque
than the base V6.
Not exact matches
Even the
base V6 is more
than sufficient thanks in part to the Quickshift transmission, which disconnects the torque converter once you're in second gear to create a direct mechanical connection between the engine and the rear wheels.
Rocketeer tried the Jaguar manual gearbox, too — as found in
base - model S - types, which are cheap and plentiful, making them an ideal donor for the conversion — but the Mazda gearbox is actually more
than up to the task of handling the power (Bruce notes that the firing pulses of the
V6 are easier on gearbox internals
than those of a four - pot).
Priced from $ 42,990 (plus on - road costs) for the entry level ST two - wheel - drive, the Pathfinder hybrid is $ 3k more
than the current
base model
V6 petrol.
Honda also offered a
V6 hybrid Accord through part of this generation, making it almost unique in America as a green car with more power and performance
than its
base model offered.
With the ability to tow up to 3,500 pounds, the
V6 - equipped Terrain is much more versatile
than the
base model, and it delivers impressive acceleration with decent fuel economy.
Ford Certified Pre-Owned Details: * Limited Warranty: 12 Month / 12, 000 Mile (whichever comes first) after new car warranty expires or from certified purchase date * Roadside Assistance * 172 Point Inspection * Transferable Warranty * Warranty Deductible: $ 100 * Includes Rental Car and Trip Interruption Reimbursement * Powertrain Limited Warranty: 84 Month / 100, 000 Mile (whichever comes first) from original in - service date * Vehicle History White 2016 Ford Edge Sport AWD 6 - Speed Automatic 2.7 L
V6 Awards: * 2016 KBB.com Brand Image Awards Reviews: * Ride quality is smoother
than many of its competitors; plenty of space for passengers and luggage; interior is well trimmed with high - quality materials;
base engine delivers strong fuel economy; Sport model delivers a substantial performance upgrade; many available tech and luxury features.
As for resale, Kelley Blue Book expects the 4 - cylinder
base models to retain better -
than - average residual values, and the
V6 Access Cab and Double Cab models to do even better, so the 2015 Tacoma represents a very good long - term investment.
The
V6 went from 14» to 15» wheels, had a stiffer ride and beefier sway bars, and used comfort - oriented Eagle GA tires rather
than the
base Goodyear Invictas.
The Porsche Panamera has been restyled and the lineup gains a plug - in hybrid model, along with a new twin - turbo
V6 for the Panamera S and 4S models that is more powerful
than the former
base V8.
With the 3.3 L
V6, the Stinger reaches 60 mph in 4.7 seconds, that's faster
than the
base Porsche Panamera by 0.7 seconds and faster
than the BMW 440i Gran Coupe by 0.1 seconds.
What really holds the car back is the price: at $ 47,050, it's not only a few hundred bucks away from the 300hp
V6 model's sticker price, but is also $ 1,500 more
than the Mercedes - Benz C - Class «C350e» plug - in hybrid and a staggering $ 13,000 more
than the
base Infiniti Q50 2.0 t. Factor in those practicality issues we discussed earlier, and you're left with a car that, despite its technical accomplishments, is a really hard sedan to recommend to most Infiniti Q50 buyers.
The more modern Sport
V6 engine feels much smoother
than the
base, due to the greater technological investment such as variable - valve timing and dual - overhead cams.
The new
base engine is a 290 - horsepower, 3.3 - liter
V6 — more powerful and more efficient
than the engine it replaces — and the only one in the line with a 6 - speed automatic.
But for just slightly more
than the
base price of our Maxima SV test car, you can have a rear - wheel drive Dodge Charger R / T with a 370 - hp 5.7 - liter Hemi V8 engine (a 3.6 - liter
V6 is the
base engine).
Upgrading to the 280 - hp
V6 costs about $ 9,000 more
than the
base model, unfortunately that engine isn't offered with a stick shift.
Based on a longer and wider platform
than the 159, the Giulia will have a McPherson front axle with a twin - link rear suspension and will feature the new Multiair
V6 engines.
The Avalon starts higher
than the
base Chevy Impala, even when the Impala is optioned with the
V6, engine.
The quiet, smooth and remarkably fuel - efficient
V6 is so much better
than the noisy and buzzy 2.4 - liter 4 - cylinder
base engine that we have difficulty recommending the 2014 200 without the
V6.
Acceleration and braking are among the segment best with the
V6 model being quicker
than many
base model luxury sedans.
The Outlander can tow up to 1,500 pounds with the
base engine, but that more
than doubles to 3,500 pounds with the
V6.
Tom: So you compare the
base Isuzu with the
V6 option to the
base Honda, and suddenly the difference is less
than $ 2,000.
The
V6 AWD models are great cars and come fully loaded for a price less
than a
base model...
Base motivator is a 265 - horsepower 2.0 - liter turbocharged 4 - cylinder fitted to the rear - drive CT6 which is roughly 300 - 400 pounds lighter
than the AWD - only
V6 models.
With some 300 - horsepower, the
base V6 supplies ample power to move the big and heavy SUV, while the EcoBoost engine's 365 horsepower can hustle the MKT from zero to 60 mph in less
than seven seconds.
The E-Hybrid's gas engine is a supercharged, 3.0 - liter
V6 unit, and paired with the electric motor, total output is 416 horsepower — more
than 100 horsepower over the Panamera's
base model.
2.7 - LITER TWIN - TURBOCHARGED GTDI
V6 The 2.7 - liter twin - turbocharged
V6 in the MKX is a wonderful engine that delivers more horsepower and torque
than the
base 3.7 - liter
V6, yet actually delivers the same or better fuel economy.
It trades in its predecessor's 4.2 - litre 331kW V8 for a new «hot vee» 2.9 - litre biturbo
V6, it is the first RS
based on the Audi MLB evo longitudinal all - wheel drive architecture and it costs $ 156,600 — $ 900 less
than the last one despite the addition of a claimed $ 24,000 in standard gear.
Equipped with that new
base V6, the new Traverse is expected to attain a highway fuel consumption rating of 9.4 L / 100 km while offering nearly 10 percent more horsepower
than the outgoing model.
The twin - turbocharged EcoBoost
V6 is supposed to be more fuel efficient
than the basic 3.5 - liter
V6, though real - world fuel economy varies
based on how you use the truck — higher loads and higher speeds may negate the fuel - saving effects of a small turbocharged engine.
When it comes to resale value, Kelley Blue Book expects the four - cylinder
base models to retain better -
than - average residual values, while the
V6 Access Cab and Double Cab models should do even better.
It rides better
than most any other pickup, has a high level of refinement and features, and the
base V6 — which is plenty of engine for most uses — offers decent fuel economy.
Performance is as good or better
than the
base offerings in other mid-sized sedans and if you want more power, the 3.6 - liter
V6 is there to provide it.
There were a number of changes for the 2014 Land Rover Range Rover, beginning with a new standard
base engine — a supercharged 3.0 L
V6, which delivered 340 hp and 332 lb - ft of torque and provided significantly better fuel economy
than the outgoing engine with an EPA - estimated 23 mpg highway and 17 mpg city.
Of course neither model is by any means on the lower side in terms of power, drivers can expect more from the
V6 found under the hood of the Macan S
than the 4 - cylinder standard with the
base trim.
The 1.5 T is the most powerful
base engine ever in Accord's four decades, while the 275 lb - ft of torque in the 2.0 - liter four is the most torque (power) ever in an Accord, more even
than all of Honda's
V6s.
With the
V6 dropped as the
base engine, the 2015 Tundra's starting Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) has risen to just over $ 30,000, about $ 3,000 higher
than last year's entry model.
However, we are not responsible for typos or misprints and do recommend that you please call to confirm that the vehicle you are interested in is still available as well as the miles, color, options, etc.Reviews: * Finely finished interior; plenty of technology features; more driver engagement
than competitors; strong, supercharged
V6; fuel - efficient
base four - cylinder engine.