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Thursday, October 30, 2008

Scion xD

0 comments Posted by Qcist at 6:57 AM

The xD is Scion’s subcompact hatchback that debuted at the 2007 Chicago Auto Show and replaced the xA in the Scion lineup for 2008. Sharing the same platform with the Toyota Yaris, the xD is a five-door hatchback just like the xA but offers a more aggressive look and more power. The xD has nearly the same length and height as the xA but it is about an inch wider and 3.6-inch longer wheelbase. Highlighted by a wide stance, thick muscular body, accentuated wheel flares and large tires, the xD has a short and wide frame that is designed to give it better handling and comfort.

Technical Specs

Standard Engine 1.8L I4

Standard Transmission 5 Speed Manual

Cylinders 4

Horsepower @ RPM 128@6000

Torque @ RPM 125@4400 (foot-lbs)

Toyota Sienna

0 comments Posted by Qcist at 6:41 AM

The Sienna is Toyota’s popular minivan which replaced the innovative, but slow-selling Previa as a 1998 model. The first-generation Sienna was based on the Camry platform, and was in fact built on the very same assembly line in Georgetown, Kentucky. The current second-generation Sienna was unveiled at the 2003 North American International Auto Show and went on sale in April, 2003.

The 2009 Toyota Sienna continues primarily unchanged with a few minor updates including a new overhead console, revised head restraint shape, 17-inch alloy wheels available for LE and two new exterior colors: Super White and Blizzard Pearl. The updated LE Premium package includes a 360-watt JBL Synthesis AM/FM/CD audio system with 6-disc changer and 6-speakers, Bluetooth connectivity and rear-seat entertainment system.

The Sienna's seats now feel more upscale, with some decent cushioning and good support. Toyota officials insist that they spent more money on the new seats, just because they are so important for comfort.

Technical Specs

Standard Engine 3.5L V6

Standard Transmission 5 Speed Automatic

Cylinders 6

Horsepower @ RPM 266@6200

Torque @ RPM 245@4700 (foot-lbs)

Isuzu Ascender

0 comments Posted by Qcist at 6:21 AM

The Ascender is Isuzu’s midsize SUV that shares its platform with the Chevrolet TrailBlazer and the GMC Envoy. The Ascender originally replaced the Trooper for 2003 and is the largest and most powerful SUV from Isuzu. The short-wheelbase 5-passenger version was added for 2004.
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Technical Specs

Standard Engine 4.2L I6

Standard Transmission 4 Speed Automatic

Cylinders 6

Horsepower @ RPM 285@6000

Torque @ RPM 276@4600 (foot-lbs)

Wednesday, October 29, 2008

BMW X6 Falcon by AC Schnizter

0 comments Posted by Qcist at 5:10 PM

AC Schnitzer has released some images of the BMW X6 Falcon. Aside from the two-tone paint job, the Falcon features a wide bodykit and 22-inch alloys available in black or silver finish.

A sport suspension kit is included in this AC Schnizter package. Besides that, it also provide power upgrades for the X5 30d and 35d. By tuning the ECU the German firm has managed to boost performance on both six-cylinder diesel models, with the 30d developing an additional 35HP for a total of 272HP and the 35d 310HP instead of 286HP.

2010 Ford Mustang Shift knob photo

0 comments Posted by Qcist at 5:03 PM

Ford has released the gear knob photo of the 2010 Ford Mustang. If the picture looks familiar your absolutely right as Ford had revealed the shift knob in teaser No11. Only difference here is that that we can see part of the revised center console that features new A/C and radio controls.

Lexus four IS-Fs and a IS 350 with F-Sport Accessories

0 comments Posted by Qcist at 4:36 PM

Lexus is released four modded IS-Fs and a F-Sport accessorized IS 350. Among the four IS-Fs that have been customized by various tuners and magazines is last year's menacing Five Axis "Project IS F" and a new 5.8 liter V8 engine is fitted.

Project IS F by Five Axis

The engine of the car is producing 416 hp on tap right out of the box, the standard IS F is no slouch. However the Project IS F concept brief included exploring the performance potential of its direct-injected 5.0-liter V8, so it now sports 5.8 liters while receiving ported and flowed cylinder heads, a new exhaust system and changes to the electronic controls.

IS 350 with F-Sport Accessories

The IS 250/350 is Lexus' entry point into the luxury sport sedan arena. It's a tuner-friendly and robust platform that responds extremely well to performance upgrades. This car is fully loaded with all the offerings from the F-Sport performance accessory catalog. It also sports a new concept ground-effects body kit designed to complement the increased performance and aggressive stance provided by the F-Sport components

IS F by Import Tuner Magazine/TEIN

Import Tuner Magazine and TEIN suspension company put their collective heads and expertise together to create an IS F that's focused on track performance, while still remaining practical for the street. Weight reduction, added chassis stiffness, special suspension and big sticky tires take care of the corners, while a comprehensive nitrous system boosts the engine for bursts of overtaking power. Coming soon to a track near you.

IS F by 0-60 Magazine

With track performance a common theme among IS F builders, 0-60 Magazine ups the ante on their IS F project with a supercharger to tease out another load of horses from the big V8. Carbon fiber body components reduce weight while lowering the center of gravity and a custom roll cage adds stiffness and protection. A beefy brakeupgrade kit was added to balance the performance equation.

IS F by MotorworldHype.com

MotorworldHype has taken another path that is a bit less aggressive, yet more easily accessible for the average consumer. Lots of carbon to reduce some unwanted mass and a well-rounded package of suspension, brake, engine and cosmetic changes provide sharper responses in all directions.

IS F by Fox Marketing/Artisan Performance

Fox Marketing and Artisan Performance teamed to create this subtle yet aggressive makeover of the already aggressive IS F. The subtle part involves the numerous bodywork changes, which enhance rather than rethink the lines of the IS F, making it look even more muscular in the process. 'Aggressive' can be applied to the engine which gets the full twin-turbo treatment. Fox expects the changes will yield something north of 600 horsepower.

Jeep Commander

0 comments Posted by Qcist at 8:08 AM

Technical Specs

Standard Engine 3.7L V6

Standard Transmission 5 Speed Automatic
Cylinders 6
Horsepower @ RPM 210@5200

Torque @ RPM 235@4000 (foot-lbs)

The Commander is Jeep’s full-size SUV and the first Jeep with 7-passenger seating. Wrapped in an exterior package that looks remarkably like the original Jeep Cherokee, the Commander is two inches longer than the Grand Cherokee but shares the same wheelbase. Characterized by an upright windshield, vertical back glass and straight sides, the Commander’s shape is very square and is capped off with the signature Jeep seven-slot grille. Inside, the Commander offers stadium seating, a stepped roof for adequate headroom and Command-View skylights for additional interior lighting. Also a two-tone instrument panel with four round gauges is unique to the Commander. For 2007 Jeep changed the base Commander name to Commander Sport and added the Overland version to the lineup.

The 2009 Jeep Commander adds a new available 5.7-Liter HEMI V8 that produces 357 horsepower and 389 lb-ft of torque with better fuel economy and improved idle quality and overall refinement than the previous engine. HID headlights with auto-leveling are standard on Overland and optional on Limited. New wheels include 17-inch aluminum machined-faced wheels with painted pockets standard on Sport, 17-inch five-spoke machined-faced aluminum with painted pockets standard on Limited and 18-inch seven-spoke aluminum-clad wheels standard on Overland.