Archive for February, 2009
Starting MSRP $38,390 – $47,675.GM says the Sierra Hybrid’s gasoline V-8 and electric motors team up for an overall mileage improvement of 25 percent. Its only direct competitor is its corporate sibling, the Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid. The Sierra Hybrid goes on sale in late 2008 as a rear- or four-wheel-drive crew cab, both with a [...]
February 28th, 2009 | Posted in GMC | Comments Off
Starting MSRP $28,550 – $36,810.The Flex is the latest entry in the growing three-row crossover SUV segment, which includes models like the Mazda CX-9 and Hyundai Veracruz. The Flex comes standard with a 3.5-liter V-6 engine and can have either front- or all-wheel drive. Base SE, midlevel SEL and upscale Limited trim levels are offered.
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February 27th, 2009 | Posted in Ford | Comments Off
Starting MSRP $21,565 – $36,100.The best-selling model in the country has been redesigned for 2009 and now comes in seven trim levels with the addition of a new top luxury level, the Platinum. There are three cab styles: regular, extended and crew cab, with the crew now boasting an enormous backseat. Other changes include the [...]
February 26th, 2009 | Posted in Ford | Comments Off
Starting MSRP $21,520 – $43,490.The redesigned 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 emphasizes aerodynamic styling with a unique “grille-forward” design, ride comfort with a coil-spring rear suspension and storage innovation with the RamBox. Dodge also addressed the basics with more power in the Hemi engine and a radically improved interior.
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February 25th, 2009 | Posted in Dodge | Comments Off
Starting MSRP $20,925 – $29,335.The Dodge Journey is an all-new crossover that’s available in five- and seven-seat versions. Available with four-cylinder or V-6 power, the Journey can have either front- or all-wheel drive. It hits dealerships in the first quarter of 2008 and faces a number of competitors, including the Ford Edge, Hyundai Santa Fe, [...]
February 24th, 2009 | Posted in Dodge | Comments Off
Starting MSRP $45,040.Chrysler’s first foray into the hybrid market affects its two full-size SUV twins, the Chrysler Aspen and Dodge Durango. Using a two-mode hybrid system co-developed with GM, Mercedes-Benz and BMW, the hybrid versions of both SUVs purportedly yield 40 percent better city mileage than their gasoline counterparts. The Chevy Tahoe and GMC Yukon [...]
February 23rd, 2009 | Posted in Dodge | Comments Off
Starting MSRP $45,270.Chrysler’s first foray into the hybrid market affects its two full-size SUV twins, the Chrysler Aspen and Dodge Durango. Using a two-mode hybrid system co-developed with GM, Mercedes-Benz and BMW, the hybrid versions of both SUVs purportedly yield 40 percent better city mileage than their gasoline counterparts. The Chevy Tahoe and GMC Yukon [...]
February 22nd, 2009 | Posted in Chrysler | Comments Off
Starting MSRP $29,215 – $41,975.For 2009, Chevrolet got its own version of GM’s popular three-row crossover. It’s called the Traverse, and it offers distinctive styling and a purportedly sportier driving experience than its Saturn Outlook, GMC Acadia and Buick Enclave siblings. Competitors include the Toyota Highlander, Mazda CX-9 and Hyundai Veracruz.
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February 21st, 2009 | Posted in Chevrolet | Comments Off
Starting MSRP $38,020 – $47,305.For 2009, the Chevrolet Silverado full-size pickup truck is now offered with GM’s two-mode hybrid system. Available exclusively in the crew-cab body style, the Silverado Hybrid is expected to use one-quarter less gas than a regular Silverado. The truck hits dealerships in late fall 2008, and competitors include the Dodge Ram, [...]
February 20th, 2009 | Posted in Chevrolet | Comments Off
Starting MSRP $48,565 – $103,970.Full details on the 2009 Chevrolet Corvette are still to come, but for now Cars.com will provide details on the 2009 Corvette ZR1. Yep, this is the super-Corvette you might’ve been reading about for, oh … the last three years. Once nicknamed the Blue Devil, the ZR1 is now official, in [...]
February 19th, 2009 | Posted in Chevrolet | Comments Off