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Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Standard features on the Audi A3 Sedan


Standard features on the Audi A3 Sedan contain 8-way power driver and 4-way power passengers seats, air conditioning, intermittent wipers, cruise control, tilt and telescoping steering wheel with front and rear cupholders, audio controls, power door locks, rear defogger, 6-speaker AM/FM in-dash single CD player with CD MP3 playback stereo, windows, mirrors (heated), Sirius XM satellite radio, USB connection, auxiliary audio input  and iPod integration, auxiliary audio jack, retained accessory power, pre-wired for phone, radio data system, trunk light, front and rear 12 volt power outlets, external temperature display, interior air filtration, rear ventilation ducts, Bluetooth online car phone with WLAN hotspot, front and rear reading lights and more.


Technological attributes in the A3 include parking assist, blind spot detection, lane departure warning, traffic sign detection, forward and rearward facing cameras, radar-assisted adaptive cruise control, and a Man-Machine Interface (MMI) controller located on the center console.

Standard safety features dual front side-mounted air bags, ABS brakes, front and rear head air bags, passenger air bag sensing deactivation, daytime running lights, engine immobilizer, child seat anchors, rear door child safety locks, stability and traction control, pre-collision safety system, electronic brake force distribution, tire pressure monitoring, emergency brake preparation and more.      

On the exterior the A3’s windshield is well raked as well as curved. From there it is awesome sophistication starting with a curved hood and its curved but light cut lines leading to the grille.  The headlights are modern slit units that have a highly unique shape. The grille is large. It is outlined in sharp looking chrome and includes some straight crisp lines along with pleasing angles. On top of that, the grille is flat but the bumper on the sides of it is curved. At the bottom are LED running lights.

The A3’s side profile includes upper glass that has an open profile outlined in chrome.  The door mirrors are silver with black on the outer edge. The front and rear fenders have some recessed lines at their edges and are flared adding to the car’s powerful look. There is an indented cut line that runs above the door handles. Last but not least, the doors have some recessed work in the center. On the whole, the look is solid but very fascinating.

In the rear the Audi A3 has a curved spoiler lip at the top of the trunk.  The LED taillights are horizontally slit units that have a distinctive shape.  The look is clean, simple, but modern.  Down low there is a black insert with dual exhausts at the edges.
 
The upcoming Audi A3 has tight lines and a great look. However, it will also offer good acceleration and braking, an upscale interior, spirited handling as well as reasonable gas mileage.

Monday, September 26, 2011

Should I Buy 2011 Honda Accord or 2011 Ford Fusion

 
What midsize sedan should I buy, 2011 Honda Accord or 2011 Ford Fusion? Many family members are puzzled by this question. In order to help you make a quick choice, I list some advantages and disadvantages of two vehicles. Maybe it will give you a hint to decide.
2011 Honda Accord
Advantages:
The 2011 Honda Accord is available as a midsize sedan and coupe. The sedan comes in LX, LX-P, SE, EX and EX-L trim levels, while the coupe comes in LX-S, EX and EX-L trims. Every 2011 Honda Accord comes with antilock disc brakes, stability and traction control, front side airbags and side curtain airbags. In Edmunds brake testing, the various Accords we've tested over the years have stopped from 60 mph in about 130 feet -- on the long side for this class of car. The Honda Accord no longer features the sort of class-leading materials and construction that used to make its cabin a benchmark. There are more hard plastics than in some competing vehicles and fit and finish has gone down a bit from the car's predecessors. A rather uninspired design with an abundance of buttons doesn't do it any favors. The optional navigation system boosts the button tally further, but its voice commands, high-mounted screen and multipurpose knob are at least user-friendly.
The base four-cylinder engine is unremarkable, providing leisurely and rather raucous acceleration, but the upgraded 190-hp version is more refined and offers the same fuel economy.
Disadvantages:
Not a fuel-economy leader;
Intrusive road noise;
So-so interior quality;
Bluetooth limited to a few top trims;
Seats are uncomfortable;
Headroom is tight in back.

2011 Ford Fusion
Pros:
Earlier incarnations of the Fusion already had the basics down, including a pleasant driving demeanor, a comfortable ride and a high level of overall refinement. For power, there's a fully competitive 175-horsepower four-cylinder base engine, a 240-hp 3.0-liter V6 or a 263-hp 3.5-liter V6 in the Fusion Sport. The midlevel V6 is a bit down on power and acceleration compared to the V6s in most other models, but it still provides decent real-world performance. The Sport model can be optioned with the SEL's standard equipment plus a blind-spot warning system, a back-up camera, a sunroof and a 12-speaker Sony sound system. There are also several packages available (depending on trim) that include a Monochrome Appearance package that provides a body-color grille, a rear spoiler and 18-inch wheels. The highlights of the Luxury package include chrome exterior accents, premium leather upholstery, unique alloy wheels and illuminated front door sills.
Cons:
Smaller inside than truly large family sedans;
Numb electric power steering on non-Sport models;
Button-happy center stack;
Fusion Sport wants, needs paddles for shifting;
Smaller V-6 is a groaner;
Raspy four-cylinder engine note.
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