2014 KIA Cadenza sedan

 

 The 2014 Kia Cadenza serves as a reminder of how far the automaker has come since the releases of the Sephia and Sportage in the U.S.

Kia looks to retain Optima SX Limited fans with the addition of the Cadenza that is chock-full of premium options and a more powerful powertrain.
Adaptive cruise control, 12-speaker sound system, panoramic sunroof and a power rear sunshade are just some of the top-level options for the 2014 Cadenza.
Heated front and rear seats, Nappa leather seats and a ventilated drivers seat with memory functionality are also available on Kias new sedan.

nd the 2014 Cadenza will also feature a six-cylinder engine which means it is the only sedan on the auto makers line to feature a V6 in the U.S. 

The 3.3-liter six-cylinder engine offers up 293 ponies at 6,400 rpm and 255 pound-feet of torque at 5,200 rpm. 
Fuel efficiency for a six-speed automatic, that is expected to use the same engine and transmission as the 2013 Azera, is estimated to be around an EPA-rated 20 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway.
A technology package is also available for the new sedan that includes adaptive cruise control that has the ability to engage a complete stop, electronic parking brake, lane departure and blind spot monitoring systems and a special windshield that repels water.

But the tech package will only be available on Premium packaged Cadenzas that adds HID headlamps, a power-retractable sunshade, Nappa leather seats, heated front and rear seats, panoramic sunroof, power tilt steering column and a 12-way adjustable drivers seat.
Nineteen-inch wheels will also be available with the Technology package as opposed to the standard 18-inch alloy rims.
The 2014 Cadenza debuted at the Detroit auto show in January and is expected to go on sale in the second quarter of 2013 with an estimated base price around $34,000.

Secrets Ford Taurus SHO Sedan Dynamic

A brief review of 2013 Ford Taurus SHO is a critical for getting the most current and proper information is useful. In which ford taurus sho car in fact has a beautiful design specifications with advanced engine performance.

2013 Ford Taurus SHO Specifications:

Style: Sedan.
Seating Capacity: 5.
Base Price: $32,000.
Price as Tested: $45,285.
Engine: 3.5 liter twin-turbocharged EcoBoost V6  – 365-hp at 5,500 rpm and 350 lb-ft of torque at 1,500 rpm.
Transmission: 6-speed automatic with paddle shifters.
0 to 60 mph: 5.2 seconds.
Top Speed: 133 mph.
Curb Weight: 4,350 lbs.
Fuel-economy: 17/25 mpg (city/highway).

The engine from the 2013 Ford Taurus SHO remains to be mated to a 6-speed automatic tranny allowing for a 3 to 60 miles per hour time of 5.2 seconds with a leading speed of 133 miles per hour. Fuel-economy comes in at 17/25 mpg (city/highway) -- I managed to common 21 mpg around my 4 days with the SHO.

2013 Ford Taurus SHO Interior

The most interesting when reading articles review the above is when 2013 Ford Taurus SHO virtually seems like a Modern day version of what the Jaguar Mk. 2 was in the Sixties-a genuinely civilized and comfortable high-class car that just actually is quite at home for the race track. Prices start at $39,200 but when you add a couple of optional extras such as our test vehicle, the price can hit close to $45,000 * which is quite a bit of cash for a Taurus or for the Ford alone. Get also your 2004 Ford Taurus Repair Manual PDF that you can have for free.

Kia Rio Sedan 2012

 

 

 

 

• Kia Rio Sedan, 2012

The Kia Motors America (KMA) celebrates the world premiers of the all-new 2012 Kia Rio sub-compact sedan and the comprehensively upgraded 2012 Kia Soul at the 2011 New York International Auto Show.

Scheduled to join the KMA line-up in the fall of 2011 - along with its 5-door hatchback sibling unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2011 - the all-new Kia Rio sedan ushers in the next chapter of Kia Motors ongoing design-led transformation with eye-catching design, advanced technologies and sophistication in the small car segment. With all-new ISG (stop-start) technology and class-leading horsepower and fuel economy up to 40 miles per gallon (5.8L/100km), Rio promises consumers impressive fuel efficiency without sacrificing power or fun-to-drive performance.

Class-Leading Fuel-Efficiency and Horsepower
Available in the USA with a choice of three trims - LX, EX and SX - the 2012 Kia Rio is powered by a 1.6-litre GDI four-cylinder engine with the option of either a six-speed manual transmission or six-speed automatic. One of only two vehicles in this segment to offer a GDI (Gasoline Direct Injection) engine, the 2012 Rio offers consumers that elusive combination of power and impressive fuel efficiency, achieving class-leading 135HP (100kW) power and class-leading fuel economy rating of 30/40 mpg city/highway (7.8-5.8L/100km). Kia Rio also offers ISG technology, new to the Kia line-up, where the engine turns off when the vehicle is not in motion. The engine restarts automatically when the driver releases the brake pedal, resulting in lower levels of fuel consumption in stop-start urban traffic.

Sleek and Streamlined Exterior
Conceived at Kias design studios in Irvine, California, the all-new Rio sub-compact sedan and hatchback exhibit highly sculpted sloping shoulder lines and wedge-shaped exteriors, projecting an athletic profile that conveys power and agility. It also echoes the aggressive lines found on other recently launched Kia vehicles such as the 2011 Optima and Sportage. Both Kia Rio models sport their own interpretations of Kias signature grille, slimmed down to connect to the dynamic headlamp design, providing a new twist on the Kia family look that includes a bigger air intake to exude a youthful persona.

Luxuriously Equipped Interior
Inside, the 2012 Kia Rio envelopes driver and passengers in a bold and modern cabin, centred on Kias characteristic horizontal three-cylinder instrument cluster and finished in two-tone trim to emphasize a feeling of spaciousness and comfort. The extended wheelbase (2570mm) greatly enhances passenger and cargo capacity for additional comfort.

In addition to offering a comfortable cabin, impressive technology features also come standard throughout, including an AM/FM/CD/MP3/Sat audio system with SIRIUS® Satellite Radio capabilities and three months complimentary service and auxiliary and USB audio input jacks for connecting with MP3 players. The range-topping SX trim offers consumers UVO powered by Microsoft® in-car hands-free communication and entertainment system, complete with rear camera display.

Presenting buyers of sub-compact cars with more choices than ever before, 2012 Kia Rio will offer a selection of optional upgrades with numerous features collected into Convenience, Eco and Premium Packages.

All-New Advanced Platform
The 2012 Kia Rio brings with it an all-new platform - longer, wider and lower than the previous generation. Its aggressive and playful stance is reinforced by an overall length of 4366mm (Rio sedan) or 4046mm (Rio5) with a platform measuring 1720mm wide and 1455mm high. Employing high-tensile-strength steel (63 percent), Rios lightweight design offers increased torsional stiffness for improved handling, ride quality and refinement, plus increased crash safety capabilities while reducing overall weight.

Safety-Minded
The 2012 Rio is equipped with a high level of standard safety features, including six airbags, three-point seatbelts for all seating positions, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), a four-wheel Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) and Vehicle Stability Management (VSM), which coordinates the cars ESC and ABS to help the driver stay in control of the vehicle at all times.