While Buick continues to call the Enclave mid-size, the new one remains a big SUV, a little bigger
than the outgoing model with roughly the footprint of the «full - size» GMC Yukon SUV.
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The insides of the new car are more spacious
than the outgoing model with 45 mm more shoulder room and 10 mm more headroom at the rear.
On the outside, the 2016 Civic is much larger
than the outgoing model with a stretched wheelbase and overall longer proportions.
The 2018 Enclave now looks more sculpted and athletic
than the outgoing model with its lower roofline, longer wheelbase and sharper windshield.
I still found the basic Cooper hardtop to be plenty of fun, however, more so
than the outgoing model with its underpowered engine.
The new Corolla is bigger
than the outgoing model with its total length now 3.3 inches longer.
The interior of the A6 is larger
than the outgoing model with more headroom and shoulder room in both the front and rear and more legroom in the rear.
It has slightly more presence
than the outgoing model with a front grille featuring 176 jewel - like «cells,» and new LED headlights.
BMW Group Australia will introduce the new generation 5 Series Sedan at prices that offer significantly more value
than the outgoing model with a vast increase in standard luxury features and advanced technology.
The interior appears to be worlds better
than the outgoing model with a similar design to the new Tiguan and higher - quality materials.
Not exact matches
But while the new Mustang also is on a new platform
with independent rear suspension, most of its dimensions other
than height are either close to, or exactly the same (wheelbase, for instance) as the
outgoing model.
Hyundai says that the all - new GT is lower, wider, and longer
than the
outgoing model and features a more aggressive stance along
with more interior volume.
After passing through the pass, there is absolutely zero question whatsoever in our minds that the new Continental GT is an eminently more capable car dynamically
than the
outgoing model thanks to a number of key updates, chief among them a move to from the aging D1 platform to the VW Group's MSB component set — a far more rigid underlying structure
with greater packaging flexibility that also underpins the Porsche Panamera.
In concert
with the transmission and engine improvements, the 2015 Bentley Mulsanne Speed is 13 percent more efficient
than the
outgoing model, and boasts a driving range of an additional 50 miles.
This new car still has a 4 - litre flat - six, but
with a 9000rpm rev limit — like the GT3 — and
with more power (513bhp) it's even faster
than the
outgoing model.
The new Renaultsport Megane will only be available
with five doors, and the latest Megane's platform means it will be wider and lower
than the
outgoing model.
On the flipside, thanks to the temporary high - compression cycle, efficiency is better
than ever before, seeing a 35 percent boost in combined MPG when compared to the
outgoing QX50, and ostensibly the most efficient non-hybridized CUV in the segment
with 27 combined mpg for the front - wheel - drive
model.
As
with all new Vauxhalls, the Insignia will be supplied
with a «lifetime» warranty, while pricing kicks off at # 16,279, nearly # 2000 less
than the
outgoing model.
A larger 2.5 - liter four - cylinder engine puts out 180 hp - 19 hp more
than the
outgoing model - and is paired
with either a six - speed automatic or six - speed manual transmission.
The
outgoing model boasts a 90 - percent take rate of the top two of three trim levels,
with more
than 50 - percent having a manufacturers suggested list price of more
than $ 50,000.
In its place is a handsome, 5 - point grille
with slanted headlamps, making for a much more serious fascia
than the
outgoing model.
While Buick continues to call the Enclave mid-size, it is one big SUV — a little bigger, even,
than the
outgoing model,
with roughly the footprint of the truck - based, full - size GMC Yukon SUV.
The coupe is 22 pounds lighter
than the
outgoing model, and the TT RS features a lower suspension
with an adjustable magnetic ride setup, a carbon - ceramic brake option, and either an electrically deployable or fixed rear spoiler.
BMW's improved iDrive controller is located next to the gear selector, and
with it comes a revised interface that is more intuitive
than that on the
outgoing model and which we expect to be more in line
with BMW's other iDrive - equipped offerings.
It's dynamically better
with an improved powertrain, its game has been upped hugely in the cabin, and it looks better
than the
outgoing model to boot,
with updated signature wing - look LED lighting (full LEDs on the Touring), handsome 18 - inch wheels for higher trim levels, and a wider, more muscular stance.
With four actual passenger doors and more room, the 2016 Clubman is far more practical
than the
outgoing model and still offers a fun factor unmatched in the class.
Overall the Sonata's look is more mature
than the
outgoing model,
with crisper, more purposeful lines.
Under the bonnet, Ferrari's entry - level
model gets a huge boost in power
with the twin - turbocharged 3.9 - litre V8 pushing out 441kW / 760Nm — 29kW / 5Nm more
than the
outgoing car.
Total capacity is 1,638 litres
with the rear seats down — 110 litres up on the
outgoing model — although the 520 - litre capacity
with the seats in place is no better
than before.
The interior now mirrors the quality of the higher - end Sorento,
with a dash panel that's far more advanced
than the
outgoing model.
The Odyssey has come a long way since; it now features a new 3.5 - litre V6
with direct - injection, making 280 horsepower — 32 more
than the
outgoing model.
Using the Mercedes MRA platform — shared
with the saloon — the new convertible is a larger car
than the
outgoing model.
Larger
than the
outgoing model and
with graceful swoopy character lines trying its best to mask the XXL proportions of this massive yet gorgeous four - door luxury sedan.
The new Range Rover Sport is lighter
than the
outgoing model, sharing lots of styling cues
with the popular Evoque.
Also quicker and able to reach a higher top speed, the e-Golf comes
with 50 - percent more range
than the
outgoing model.
Talking about the mechanicals first, both the vehicles over here come
with a 4.4 - litre TwinPower V8 turbo petrol engine that produces much more power and torque
than the
outgoing models.
It's all quite sophisticated,
with 12 percent of the body made from ultra-high-strength steel, 11 percent more
than the
outgoing model.
Boot space on the F30 is also up,
with 480 litres of capacity, 20 litres more
than that of the
outgoing model.
With a larger platform
than its predecessor, the wheelbase of the New Generation i20 is 45 mm longer (now 2570 mm)
than the
outgoing model, meaning the wheels are closer to each corner.
Curbside, the new 2015 Escalade is blockier
than the
outgoing model,
with sharper angles both front and rear.
The 3.3 L V6 is also more fuel efficient
than the
outgoing engine
with a rating of 19/25 mpg if you choose the 4 × 2
model or 18/23 if you choose the 4 × 4 version.
With a resolution of 800x400 pixels, the projection area is around 75 percent larger
than on the
outgoing model.
Other
than that, the 2016 3 Series is identical to the
outgoing model except for the badges that come
with the new trims.
From a styling standpoint, the new 7 is more evolution
than revolution
with a slightly sharper, sportier look
than the
outgoing model.
The taillights on this prototype look to me much smaller
than those of the
outgoing model and it looks like they may be mounted solely to the rear quarters as opposed to the split design
with half of the lens on the decklid.
This feeling of spaciousness is further enhanced
with an available panoramic sunroof that is 4.1 inches longer
than the
outgoing model's.
Based on a stretched version of the Renegade and Fiat 500X platform, this new Compass looks larger
than the
outgoing model that's been on sale since 2007,
with slightly less - blocky styling
than the little Renegade.
The new Pilot is almost 300 pounds lighter
than the
outgoing model; its more rigid, tightly sealed yet lighter body in combination
with new, efficient powertrains, a new all - wheel - drive system and class - leading aerodynamics result in class - leading dynamic performance and fuel efficiency along
with a new level of cabin quietness befitting its status as a premium family SUV.
The exterior design of the new car is more aggressive
than the
outgoing model,
with LED lighting throughout, and follows the design language of its American market Camry and C - HR small SUV.