New Hyundai Azera 2011 Review

Hyundai used the Chicago auto show 2010 for secretly ran out in 2011 Azera sedan and refreshed, a major driver in the front between the Sonata and the Genesis rear-drive in the brand lineup. Changes include tweaks appearance and a set of re-refined V-6 engine.

Hyundai launched a slightly improved version of the Azera sedan at the Chicago Auto Show this week. We first felt the changes made ​​in the back of the Azera 2011 in December '09 when Hyundai launched its South Korean twin domestic sedan market, Grandeur, in the form of its facelifted.

The biggest changes competitor to vehicles such as Hyundai Lexus ES350, Toyota Avalon, Nissan Maxima, Buick LaCrosse and Ford Taurus (or at least those are the cars that Hyundai claims that rival Azera), well hidden under the hood.

Both the 3.3-liter and 3.8-liter V6 engine 2011 Azera has been enhanced with the use of Dual Variable Valve Timing Continues (DCVVT​​) that increase the breathing machine in the intake and exhaust camshaft for the fuel economy is better and lower emissions.

Earlier versions of the V6 engine only has CVVT on the intake camshaft. Furthermore, the two engines benefit from the introduction of a new six-speed automatic transmission with manual control SHIFTRONIC

Unit 3.3-liter V6 now produces 250 horsepower is estimated at 6200 rpm and 233 lbs.-ft. torque at 4500 rpm, up from 234 hp and 226 lb-ft in the model 2010. With this machine, 2011 Azera returns an estimated 20 mpg city / 29 mpg highway (2010MY: 18mpg and 26mpg respectively).

The 3.8-liter V6 churning out larger 272 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 262 lbs.-ft. torque at 4500 rpm, with returns 18 mpg city / 28 mpg highway. 263HP The 2010 Azera's 3.8-liter V6 engine returned 17mpg city and 26mpg highway.

2011 Azeras receive a new front fascia with round fog lamps, plus a new grille and lights that help give the car a more aggressive appearance, one reminiscent of the Genesis sedan. On the back is the LED rear lights and a new bumper and trunklid. 17-inch wheels feature new designs as well. Interior changes are limited to aluminum-look trim on the center console and "Eco" indicator light on the dashboard.

While the Azera does not mean a big seller for Hyundai, auto refreshing show that the company wanted to offer front-drive large sedan for those who do not want to go to Genesis. 2011 Azera will be available starting this spring.

2011 Chrysler 300 Specs And Photos

Some of the details and see the next-generation full-size Chrysler 300 sedan, and the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee-has seeped out through Chrysler continuity plan recently submitted to the U.S. government.

Chrysler's relatively small lineup has just so much better with 300 for the latest sedans thanks to huge improvements across the board, make a halo vehicle brand competitive luxury sedan.

New Chrysler's 300 arrived with a sticker price only, $ 27.995 including $ 825 destination, despite the fact that the base 300 now comes with significantly more powerful 292 horsepower 3.6-liter V6, upgraded cloth seats and 17-inch wheels.

Buyers want a little more luxury can increase the level of the Limited trim, which starts at $ 31,995. Limited adds leather, hot seat, UConnect voice commands and 18-inch wheels.

While we wait for the fire-breathing SRT8 model, the 300C will stand as a victim on the line, ruled by the price of $ 38,995. 300C adds 5.7-liter V8, heated steering wheel, power adjustable pedals, power folding mirrors and LED interior lighting. An all-wheel drive version of the 300C is also available for $ 41,145.

300-equipped 5.7-liter is expected to reach 0-60 in 5.4 seconds.

Slick Styling

As is done when the redesigned Audi TT, Chrysler faces tough challenge to recreate the icon when I went to the drawing board for 300 the next. New 300 has a shape similar to its predecessor, but it looks more elegant. In front, Chrysler's move to the grille of a new company, the first advance on the concept of Imperial and the last, EV 200C concept shown at the Detroit auto show, 2009. The thin horizontal chrome bar leaner than eggcrate worn by a car today, and they provide approximately 300 new street, box-shaped barge visible. Headlight clusters are the squared and smoothed, while the front bumper is much more integrated, tighten the chin.

300 again will display the fender flares, but the bottom of the arch is much less prominent. Upper body folds create a soft shoulders curved in a straight line and sharply from the current model, and the new 300 also lost print side, giving more definition crease above. Expect visibility to be improved despite the slim A-pillars, glass over, and the much smaller C-pillar is created through the use of small A-frame window on the rear.

Although there is no rear sight, hoping to see a significant change from the current car. We anticipate the back of the net future will mimic the style of the car, better integrate the exhaust tips under a mosquito net. LED taillight is almost a certainty.

Interior Improvement

With the new Dodge Ram Chrysler shows new interest in interior quality, we expect the new 300 to use the same ingredients well. Sticking with the theme of the exterior clean, new cabin which will appear simple and smooth. The instrument panel houses two large circular gauges, similar to that in the Ram-while operating a large-screen infotainment system Chrysler's UConnect top of the center console. The climate controls below the screen.

Powertrains and Other Features

Hemi fans can relax, as the V-8 featuring cylinder deactivation will carry over from the existing model, and should boast both increased power and fuel economy. Chrysler said the new 300 will also be available with all-new "fuel-efficient" line six-cylinder-engine company has been promising the possibility of Phoenix, which we think will produce at least 260 hp. new security features will include behind the cross-paths and blind-spot monitoring system. Most, if not all, these features will probably also carry over to the redesigned 2011 Dodge Charger.

No word yet on when the new 300 will be officially revealed, but you can expect to see next and Dodge Charger to many dealers in 2010.

SPECIFICATION:
Brand name: Chrysler
Series: 300
Model name: 300
Produced since: 2011
Type of vehicle: sedan/saloon
Number of doors: 4
Number of seats: 5
Wheelbase: 3053.00 mm
Front track: 1610.00 mm
Rear track: 1621.00 mm
Length: 5044.00 mm
Width: 1905.00 mm
Height: 1483.00 mm
Ground clearance: 119.00 mm
Weight: 1797 kg
Weight front/rear: 52.00% / 48.00%
Fuel capacity: 72.4 l
Drag coefficient: 0.32
Cylinder arrangement: V
Number of cylinders: 6
Valves per cylinder: 4
Bore: 96.00 mm
Stroke: 83.00 mm
Engine displacement: ~ 3.6 l
Engine design: double overhead camshaft (DOHC)
Sump type: wet sump
Compression ratio: 10.20:1
Fuel system: multi-point fuel injection (MPFI)
Max power: 217 kW
Max power at rpm: 6350 rpm
Max torque: 353 Nm
Max torque at rpm: 4800 rpm
BMEP: 178.50 psi
Engine manufacturer: Chrysler
Coolant: liquid
Aspiration: naturally-aspirated
Intercooler: no
Catalytic converter: yes
Engine location: front
Engine alignment: longitudinal
Drive system: rear wheel drive (RWD)
Steering: power assisted rack and pinion
Turns lock to lock: 2.8
Wheels front: 7.0 x 17
Wheels rear: 7.0 x 17
Tyres front: P215/65 R 17
Tyres rear: P215/65 R 17
Brakes front: ventilated disks
Brakes rear: disks
Front brake diameter: 320.00 mm
Rear brake diameter: 320.00 mm
Transmission: automatic
Number of gears: 5
Top gear ratio: 0.83:1
Final drvie ratio: 2.65:1

BMW 5 Series The Ultimate Driving Machine "Refuel"

The boasted back in the BMW. After more than a year playing with the "Joy" as the position of leading advertising, new marketing team in the German car again stressed the "The Ultimate Driving Machine" as the central brand positioning. The 30-second ad contains what many followers such as BMW - fast cars and big planes. No, the plane, which looks to be a Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker, not flying so close to the 5 that it could fill the cup of coffee guy. But the CGI is good enough to perform a visual trick.

Not much at all. Getting a story and message in the 30-second TV ad is not easy. But BMW and this ad agency, West Grey, doing a good job conveying a story of fuel efficiency.

Strategy: BMW's marketing head Dan Creed, who took over at BMW of North America a few months ago, is all about re-affirm "The Ultimate Driving Machine" as the Bimmer's main message. In New York Auto Show, he walked us to the front of the BMW stand to see a giant rendering of the ad slogan, which dates back to the early 1970s. At the event last year, there was a giant banner that proclaimed "Joy Driving." "We know there are a lot of joy in driving a BMW, but we'll show it in pictures and movies than to say it," said Creed.

It's worth noting that fun like this ad, the message is about fuel economy 5 Series', not horsepower. BMW tried to broaden the message to be more inclusive of men and women, and tells the story of investment in South Carolina plant that produces X3 and X5. But Creed also want to brand and cars to show a few feet when it comes to marketing and advertising. BMW remains an attractive brand, and premiere a stable driving machine. That should not be lost when telling a broader story.

BMW is kicking off a review for a new ad agency. This split with Austin-based GSD & M late last year. New York-based Kirshenbaum Bond + Partners Senecal produced last February's Super Bowl ad. West Grey, which already handles retail advertising and pre-owned BMW's since 2008, producing the ads and probably will get a crack at the whole Enchilada.