A spin in the two -
wheel drive variant on gravel roads demonstrated a car which is easy to handle and enjoyable to drive.
The all -
wheel drive variant on the T6, again a carryover, is a 3.0 - liter, 6 - cylinder, turbocharged engine with 300 horsepower and 325 lb - ft of torque.
Notably, there is no four -
wheel drive variant on offer yet, but it's expected to come soon.
Not exact matches
Hop up to the all -
wheel -
drive four - cylinder Acadia, and the city rating stays the same as the front -
wheel -
drive variant but takes just a 1 - mpg hit
on the highway.
Although there's no word now
on a manual transmission or even a rear -
wheel -
drive variant, it's possible this Lamborghini Huracán will spawn other
variants — potentially with significantly reduced curb weights — at a later date.
AWD is best for traction of course, but for 2wd the
variant with more weight
on the
drive wheels should be better at low speeds, deep snow, uphill etc..
Audi has lifted the lid
on its most powerful S3 and A3 TDI
variants, with four -
wheel drive offered for the first time.
Narrow and wide - body Nissan pickups will be available, as well as king and double - cab body
variants riding
on either two - or all -
wheel -
drive platforms.
Fuel economy numbers have not been released for either new model, but it would be safe to bet that the X3 sDrive 28i will be slightly more efficient than its all -
wheel -
drive variant, which is rated at 28 mpg
on the highway.
Front -
wheel drive is standard, and all -
wheel drive will not be available
on any
variant of the Kicks for the U.S. market.
While we'll get a TDI
variant, the jury is still out
on whether all -
wheel drive will come to the U.S. «We will gauge consumer and media reaction to best determine if 4Motion all -
wheel drive will join the SportWagen in North America,» Horn said in New York.
Depending
on the model
variant, they're within 100 pounds of their previous weights, ranging from 5466 pounds for the rear -
wheel -
drive Tahoe to 5896 pounds for the four -
wheel -
drive Suburban.
Those who recognise the rear -
driven variant as being the one true 911 should consider that the all -
wheel drive setup goes back to the legendary Paris — Dakar Rally of 1984, when the Porsche 953 based
on the 911 wrote its own chapter in sport — and engineering — history.
While entry - level
variants will be front -
wheel drive, VW's 4MOTION all -
wheel drive system will be offered
on a majority of
variants.
However, Mercedes will offer its 4MATIC (all -
wheel drive system)
on the B Class for the first time,
on the B 200 CDI, B 220 CDI, B 220 and B 250
variants.
Features
on the high - end S - Cross
variant are 7 airbags, ESP, four - mode
driving program, 430 liter boot space, 170 mm ground clearance, 17 - inch
wheels, panoramic sunroof, projector headlight and daytime running lamps.
It now features five - spoke 18 - inch alloy
wheels, Haval's all - terrain control four -
wheel drive system with electronic rear differential lock, electrochromatic rear - view mirror, and a power socket located in the centre armrest
on LUX
variants (from $ 41,990
drive - away).
On the outside, designers have reserved changes to LED daytime running lights, a tweaked grille, new alloy wheel designs, LED foglights, three new body colors, and underbody guards (available only on all wheel drive variants
On the outside, designers have reserved changes to LED daytime running lights, a tweaked grille, new alloy
wheel designs, LED foglights, three new body colors, and underbody guards (available only
on all wheel drive variants
on all
wheel drive variants).
Automatic transmission will be offered
on all trims as an option except for the base model, while the automatic all -
wheel drive combo will be available only
on the W11 (Opt)
variant.
There aren't any details
on powertrains at this time, but we suspect a
variant of Honda's 2.0 - litre turbo - four under the hood and some
variant of Acura's all -
wheel drive system.
There are also revised optional headlamps with an LED function for the daytime running lamps and fog lamps, as well as a series of off - road embellishments, including skid plates within the lower part of the bumpers and within the side sills,
on all All4 four -
wheel -
drive variants of the new Mini.
Key Competitors: Nissan NV2500; Ford Transit Cargo; Chevrolet Express Cargo Base Price: $ 35,690 As - Tested Price: $ 42,545 Highlights: Unlike the rest of the full - size cargo van pack, the Ram is front -
wheel drive — packaging that should equate to more flexibility when it comes to whatever is behind the cab, whether that's a tricked - out mobile workshop or anything you can cook up
on the back of its chassis cab
variant.
Skoda is already working
on CNG, all -
wheel drive and vRS
variants of the car, which are due to be unveiled by mid-2013.
The BMW X1 will be receiving BMW's 1.5 liter three - cylinder engine as an option and another four -
wheel drive variant is also
on the way.
An all
wheel -
drive variant of the Variant will be on the options list too, in the guise of the Golf Variant 4Matic, but it won't debut until the Geneva Auto Show next
variant of the
Variant will be on the options list too, in the guise of the Golf Variant 4Matic, but it won't debut until the Geneva Auto Show next
Variant will be
on the options list too, in the guise of the Golf
Variant 4Matic, but it won't debut until the Geneva Auto Show next
Variant 4Matic, but it won't debut until the Geneva Auto Show next March.
What's more, the lightweight MQB chassis, strut front / multi-link rear suspension (torsion beam rear
on front -
drive variants, and with up to 147 mm ground clearance) and
wheel - at - each - corner footprint give enthusiastic handling.
Two new
variants at the top and bottom have been added to the 16 car line up to further broaden the appeal to customers — an all -
wheel drive 2.0 CRDi entry level and the 1.7 CRDi turbodiesel is an option
on the top spec two -
wheel drive model.
This is a major departure from the V8 and rear
wheel drive variants available
on the previous generation Commodore.
The Endeavour comes with a body -
on - frame chassis and it will be offered in rear -
wheel -
drive and 4WD
variants.
On the outside, MINI has made changed to the Countryman's LED daytime running lights, grille, alloy wheel designs, LED foglights, added three new body colours and under - body guards (available only on all wheel drive variants
On the outside, MINI has made changed to the Countryman's LED daytime running lights, grille, alloy
wheel designs, LED foglights, added three new body colours and under - body guards (available only
on all wheel drive variants
on all
wheel drive variants).
A 6 - speed automatic transmission is standard
on all
variants while 4 -
wheel drive is available
on the top - spec Titanium trim with the 3.2 - litre engine.
Rumors suggest that more
variants could be
on the way, including a softer grand touring version or an all -
wheel -
drive variant as a more direct rival to the Ford Focus RS, Volkswagen Golf R, and Subaru WRX STI.
Variant name: CARRERA 4 TG, Derivative: 964,
Variant: (964) Carrera 4 Targa Manual 4
wheel drive Here we have a very desirable and stunning Porsche 911 (964) Carrera 4 Targa which we sold back in 2006 it was then passed
on to the customers son in 2013 at the same address, Finished in the famous Guards Red with black leather interior and black targa roof, First registered 01/01/1991, The Specification Includes 5 speed manual gearbox, 4
wheel drive, 16 inch Design 90 alloy
wheels with brand new Bridgestone SO2 N Rated tyres, Electric sports seats, Rear bridge spoiler, Porsche cup electric door mirrors, Rear wiper, Power assisted steering, Electric windows, Front and rear fog lamps, Remote central locking, Immobiliser, Radio casette, HPi checked, 12 months warranty
The cheapest all -
wheel drive Outlander
variant costs $ 33,990 plus
on - road costs, the Outlander PHEV ES could be priced as low as $ 38,990 plus ORCs.
This is paired to Nissan's XTronic CVT gearbox and
drive is sent to either the front
wheels or all four
wheels depending
on the
variant you choose.
Audi built its reputation
on building nose - heavy, all -
wheel -
drive rocket sleds, but a new R8
variant promises to be a radical departure.
Mazda says the engine is capable of delivering a combined - cycle fuel figure as low as 4.8 L / 100 km
on front -
wheel drive variants, with all -
wheel drive models sipping 5.1.
Each is equipped with a high - powered V6 404 HP rear -
wheel drive variant ranging from $ 76,050 for Ghibli S and $ 99,900 for Quattroporte S model — a perfect option for those seeking higher horsepower
on the competitively priced sport sedans which adds nuance to Maserati's captivating product range.
Its list of features include LED intelligent light system, a panoramic sunroof, five
driving modes, dual - zone climate control, active parking assist, reversing camera, a Burmester audio system and 16 - or 17 - inch alloy
wheels, which depend
on the
variant chosen.
Mazda says the engine is capable of delivering a combined cycle fuel figure as low as 4.8 L / 100 km
on front -
wheel drive variants, with all -
wheel drive models sipping 5.1.
Variant name: TFSI S LINE, Derivative: MK3 (8S),
Variant: Coupe S line 1.8 TFSI 180 PS 6 - speed 19» x 9.0 J» 5 - arm Star» design alloy
wheels with 245/35 R19 tyres, Alcantara / leather with»S» embossing
on the front seats, LED headlights, S line package, S line logo, S line body styling, Windscreen sunband, Inlays, Matt brushed aluminium, Electric 4 - way lumbar support - for front seats, LED headlights, Light and rain sensors, LED rear lights, Fixed bending and all - weather light, Headlight washers, 6 - speed manual transmission, Radio concert, Manual air conditioning, DAB digital radio reception, Audi Music Interface, Electromechanical parking brake, Disc brakes, front, Anti-theft
wheel bolts, Front -
wheel drive, Audi Drive Select, 3 - spoke flat - bottomed leather multi-function Sport steering wheel, ISOFIX child seat mounting for rear seats, including Top Tether point, Front seats with manual height adjustment, Side and rear windows in heat - insulatingglass, Keyless go, Interior rear - view mirror with manual dipping function, Fullsize airbags with front passenger airbag deactivation, Front airbags with front passenger deactivation, Front centre armrest, Anti-theft alarm, Tyre pressure monitor, Start - Stop system with energy recuperation, LED daytime running lights, Automatic headlight adjustment, 8 passive speakers, Cruise control, Bluetooth inte
drive, Audi
Drive Select, 3 - spoke flat - bottomed leather multi-function Sport steering wheel, ISOFIX child seat mounting for rear seats, including Top Tether point, Front seats with manual height adjustment, Side and rear windows in heat - insulatingglass, Keyless go, Interior rear - view mirror with manual dipping function, Fullsize airbags with front passenger airbag deactivation, Front airbags with front passenger deactivation, Front centre armrest, Anti-theft alarm, Tyre pressure monitor, Start - Stop system with energy recuperation, LED daytime running lights, Automatic headlight adjustment, 8 passive speakers, Cruise control, Bluetooth inte
Drive Select, 3 - spoke flat - bottomed leather multi-function Sport steering
wheel, ISOFIX child seat mounting for rear seats, including Top Tether point, Front seats with manual height adjustment, Side and rear windows in heat - insulatingglass, Keyless go, Interior rear - view mirror with manual dipping function, Fullsize airbags with front passenger airbag deactivation, Front airbags with front passenger deactivation, Front centre armrest, Anti-theft alarm, Tyre pressure monitor, Start - Stop system with energy recuperation, LED daytime running lights, Automatic headlight adjustment, 8 passive speakers, Cruise control, Bluetooth interface
The two -
wheel drive (2WD) only
variant is available with a choice of six - speed manual (
on Active
variants only, and previously a five - speed) or six - speed automatic transmission.
Plus, you should keep in mind that this is the last ever 1 Series based
on a rear -
wheel drive platform, with the future generations of the car switching to a
variant of the FWD - based UKL platform.
The
variant on test, like many in the segment now,
drives the front
wheels only.
The fitment of all -
wheel steering and the option of all -
wheel drive on some
variants does add an added level of surefootedness around corners and enhanced grip and a new A-Spec trim offering adds a bit of dynamism into the mix too.
Plus, with claimed economy figures 23 / 31mpg for the city and highway respectively for the rear -
wheel drive models (or 22/28 for Q50 2.0 t
variants that comes with the optional all -
wheel drive system), the Infiniti is fairly frugal — though it's worth pointing out that the like - for - like BMW 3 Series, Mercedes - Benz C - Class and Audi A4 are,
on paper at least, able to go that bit further per gallon of fuel.
Based
on an all - new car platform, the production SX will be powered by a new 2.0 - liter, inline - four engine and will offer front - and all -
wheel -
drive variants.
Variant name: TDI QUATTRO SPORT EXECUTIVE, Derivative: 3.0 TDI Sport Executive Tiptronic Quattro 4dr,
Variant: 3.0 TDI Sport Executive Tiptronic Quattro 4dr Metallic Black, AA INSPECTED AND 3 MONTH AA WARRANTY,, THE INDEPENDENT AA INSPECTORS COMPLETE A 128 COMPREHENSIVE MULTI-POINT CHECK INCLUDING ROAD TEST PRIOR TO THE CAR BEING ADVERTISED., 2 owners, Last serviced
on 04/05/2018 at 41,523 miles, 20» ALLOY
WHEELS, L.E.D HEADLIGHTS, L.E.D DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS, AUDIO / VISUAL FRONT AND REAR PARKING SENSORS, STOP / START TECHNOLOGY, KEYLESS GO, FULL GREY LEATHER INTERIOR, FRONT POWER SEATS, 2 STAGE MEMORY SETTING FRONT SEATS, 3 STAGE HEATED FRONT SEATS, HEATED STEERING
WHEEL, DIGITAL DUAL ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL, CRUISE CONTROL, POP UP DIGITAL DISPLAY, 360 DEGREES REVERSING CAMERA, SATELLITE NAVIGATION SYSTEM, CD / DAB STEREO SYSTEM, BOSE PREMIUM SOUND SYSTEM, BLUETOOTH, VOICE CONTROL, AUDI
DRIVE SELECT, ELECTRIC STEERING COLUMN, ELECTRIC POWER FOLD DOOR MIRRORS, ELECTRIC TAILGATE, 4
WHEEL DRIVE, AUTOMATIC / TIPTRONIC GEARBOX WITH PADDLE SHIFT.
After the Goodguys Autocross, we
drove the Smog - Legal Killer to Sacramento Raceway, changed suspension settings, bolted
on our lightweight and sinister - looking SVE Drag
wheels wrapped in Mickey Thompson ET Drag tires in a 28x10.5 S
variant, and proceeded to cut our best 60 - foot time of 1.39 seconds just moments before the T5 transmission bit the dust
on the 1 - 2 shift — our best 60 - foot
on the four - link was 1.47.
Only the top - end Creta has ESC or electronic stability control; and
on the Duster too it's only standard
on the All
Wheel Drive variants.