After its styling changes for 2008, the Escape Hybrid looks more like a Ford Explorer. It has a plunging chrome grille that would be equally at home on a Volkswagen Jetta or Passat. A raised hood and higher beltline may make the SUV look tougher, but they probably don’t do much for visibility. The exterior features include standard 16-inch aluminum wheels, available moonroof and capless fuel-filler system.

The styling inside the Ford Escape has received some modifications as well to bring it more in-line with the current, contemporary European Feel rather than what was hailed by consumers, as an ancient- clunky style of decor for previous years. The Escape Hybrid has room for five occupants, plenty of room in the front and a decent rear seating space. It features SYNC with Traffic, Directions and Information – helping reduce distractions while accessing important route and safety information. The Hybrid also offers a convenient AC outlet for powering small devices such as a laptop.

The 2010 Escape Hybrid features the solid hybrid platform of its predecessor. It has a “full” hybrid electric system, with regenerative braking, automatic stop-start of the engine, and the ability to drive in all-electric mode for a little over a mile (under 44 mph). The 2010 Escape Hybrid is a 4-door, 5-passenger sport-utility, available in two primary model trims, the base and Limited, and limited is a key word. Ford plans to artificially reduce their loss per vehicle by making only a limited number of these cars available on the market at a time.

The Escape Hybrid combines two electric motors generating 94 horsepower with a 2.5 liter four-cylinder, 153 horsepower gasoline engine that form a system with a total output of 177 ponies. Buyers who opt for all-wheel drive (4×4) will see a third electric motor installed in their vehicle which is designed to step in and offer extra grunt for the rear wheels should traction conditions demand their intervention. A continuously-variable transmission handles the gear shifting duties, and thanks to excellent system management the Escape Hybrid is about as fast as a regular version of the same truck. The Hybrid’s fuel mileage is rated at 34 miles per gallon in the city and 31 miles per gallon on the highway for front-wheel drive models, with all-wheel drive lopping off 4 miles per gallon from each measure. The 2010 Escape Hybrid has a greater towing capacity than previous models.

Standard features abound on the interior, including dual-zone climate control, leather wrapped steering wheel, auto-dimming mirror, audio input jack, eco-friendly seats, and a six-way power driver’s seat. Ford’s acclaimed SYNC In-Car connectivity system is also standard, allowing you to access your music and phone controls using voice commands, as well as providing a host of safety services, such as 911 Assist™ which automatically dials 911 after an airbag deployment.

The new feature on the 2010 Escape Hybrid that is getting the most buzz is Ford’s new MyKey innovation. MyKey is designed to allow parents the option of programming a set of keys to the car that will limit its capabilities, so they can give it to their teenagers. Such limitations include the ability to restrict the car’s top speed to 80 MPG (the higher amount is to allow for temporary acceleration maneuvers). Limiting the volume of the car stereo, and annoying teens with beeps if the seatbelt is not fastened or even muting the stereo altogether until it is.

The Escape Hybrid incorporates Roll Stability Control, which is only available on SUVs from Ford-owned brands, including the system’s originator, Volvo. It is the only system with a sensor that detects the beginning of a rollover and can act to stop it. Standard safety features include front and side airbags for the front seats and side-curtain airbags that cover both rows, four-wheel disc brakes, electronic stability system, all-disc antilock brakes, integrated blind spot mirrors and tire pressure monitoring. The Hybrid also offers a convenient AC outlet for powering small devices such as a laptop.

The 2010 Ford Escape hybrid small SUV, for example, has a base price of $29,785 compared with $23,575 for the non-hybrid XLT model.

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The Toyota Highlander is one of the best mid-size car based SUVs available. The new Highlander carries over with minimal changes for 2010. This vehicle is still seen as one of the best combinations of an SUV and sedan. From the Toyota Highlander review known that the new Highlander offers space, versatility and other benefits of larger SUVs combined with car-like handling, smooth ride and reasonable gas mileage. The 2010 Highlander competes in the heart of the SUV market, against mid-size offerings ranging from traditional off-roaders to vehicles that are really just tall wagons. Offering seating for seven adults, the Highlander is surprisingly versatile.

Like many Toyotas of recent years, the styling of the 2010 Highlander and Highland Hybrid has grown more rounded but no more distinctive. With the exception of the space-age Prius hybrid, Toyota vehicles rarely stand out, and that includes the Highlander. While the Highlander interior is well built and offers all the amenities buyers expect, it’s not particularly stylish-which seems to be just fine with hundreds of thousands of Highlander buyers.

The 2010 Highlander is available in Base, Sport and Limited grades in both two-wheel (2WD) and full-time four-wheel-drive (4WD) models. The four-cylinder engine is standard on the Base grade with 2WD. The 2010 Highlander Hybrid comes with four-wheel drive (4WD) technology. EV mode allows the driver to operate strictly in electric mode for a limited distance at low speeds.

The 2010 Highlander offers a choice of three powertrains, three trim levels and front or all-wheel-drive. The base engine on the 2010 Toyota Highlander is a new 187-horsepower, 2.7-liter four-cylinder ($25,855) paired to a six-speed automatic. It provides acceptable performance and decent fuel economy, although it’s not quite as silky and responsive as the smooth, torquey 270-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6 ($27,750 that’s the optional engine. Toyota may call its five-speed automatic the “Super Intelligent Electronically Controlled Transmission,” but its lethargic downshifts, even in manual mode, drains some zest out of the big V-6.

The 2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid shares a powertrain with the much pricier, ritzier 2010 Lexus RX 450h. It uses a specially tuned 3.3-liter V-6 paired with two electric motors where the transmission would go, plus one more electric motor that provides all-wheel drive by powering the rear wheels. According the Toyota Highlander review this gasoline engine is smooth and refined, and when combining gasoline and electric torque, the hybrid system produces 270 horsepower. This gives the 2010 Highlander Hybrid quick V-8-style acceleration, even though it’s larger and heavier than previous editions. The EPA rates the Highland Hybrid at 27 mpg city, 25 mpg highway.

Standard safety features include anti-lock disc brakes with brake assist, electronic vehicle stability and traction control systems, active anti-whiplash front head restraints, front side-impact airbags and overhead curtain airbags for all rows. The 2010 Toyota Highlander earns perfect five-star ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in three of four impact tests: front driver, side driver, and side rear passenger impacts. The only test in which it doesn’t earn five stars, for front passenger impact, results in a still-impressive four-star rating.

The new Highlander comes standard with cloth upholstery; air conditioning; three-row seating for up to seven passengers; a 40/20/40 second-row seat with a removable center section that can be stowed under the first-row center console; AM/FM/CD with six speakers and MP3/WMA playback; power windows, door locks, and foldable mirrors; remote keyless entry; cruise control; variable intermittent wipers front and rear; rear defogger; rear spoiler; tilt/telescope steering wheel; two front and one cargo-area 12-volt power outlets; and 245/65R17 tires on alloy wheels. A fold-flat third row is standard with the V6, optional ($740) with the four-cylinder. Please share your thoughts and opinions regarding to this Toyota Highlander review in a comment below the post.

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The 2010 Pilot is one of Honda’s most popular sport utility vehicles on the market. The Honda Pilot is a crossover Suv designed for quality and durability, as well as functionality and comfort. Featuring unit body construction and a fully independent suspension, the Pilot provides more of a car-like driving experience with crisp handling and a smooth ride. The Honda Pilot will definitely prove more convenient than the typical SUV for those of you with frequent kid-cargo. There’s no clear winner between the Honda Pilot and the average SUV regarding hauling capacity.

The 2010 Pilot model has moved away from its previous generation’s look to offer a style that’s a bit more rugged. The new Honda Pilot is comfortable, roomy, and pretty quiet at a cruise. Front seat passengers have plenty of space, as you’d expect, but second and third row passengers won’t have reason to complain, either, thanks to plenty of head room and decent leg room in both positions. The 2010 Honda Pilot might have just enough trucklike ability, even though it has a carlike unibody design. Four-wheel-drive models can tow up to 4,500 pounds, though the optional four-wheel-drive system is more all-wheel drive, including a Lock mode good for getting through deep snow, mud, and the like at low speed. The Pilot is available with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and in four trim levels: LX, EX, EX-L and Touring.

Front seat memory, as well as heated exterior mirrors with integrated turn signals, are both standard. Also, the liftgate is powered and can be opened at the touch of a button. Front seat memory, as well as heated exterior mirrors with integrated turn signals, are both standard. Also, the liftgate is powered and can be opened at the touch of a button. Navigation is available only on top-line models, and the rear-seat DVD entertainment system available only on the top four trims.

The 2010 Pilot is a carryover from 2009 and offers quite a bit in the way of power and performance. The 2010 Honda Pilot derives its power from a 3.5-liter V6, which delivers 250 horsepower and enjoys the benefits of i-VTEC. It comes mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission. Fuel economy is an EPA-estimated city/highway/combined fuel economy of 17/23/19 miles per gallon on two-wheel-drive models and 16/22/18 miles per gallon on four-wheel-drive models. All models are equipped with a standard towing receiver and a maximum tow rating of 4,500 pounds on 4WD models and 3,500 pounds on 2WD models.

Safety is enhanced by a standard tire pressure monitor, electronic stability control, and an upgraded airbag system. Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) with traction control helps keep you on the road by detecting over- and understeer conditions and choosing to either brake the individual wheels, reduce throttle input, or both. Meanwhile, the Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure; front airbags; three-row side curtain airbags with rollover sensor; and front side airbags with passenger-side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) keep you and all your occupants safe in the event of an accident, making it one of the safest vehicles you could drive.

The Honda Pilot price tag is often an important factor that contributes to the purchase of this mid size crossover SUV. This vehicle is a good choice of car for an individual or for a family that is looking for above average size and power in comparison with other cars on the road, but not for a massive SUV with a low gas mileage rating. The 2010 Honda Pilot is available with a starting price of $27895.00 but can reach prices of $40395.00 based on various packages, options, and your trim selection.

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The New Audi Q5 is an amazing crossover luxury vehicle that is well-rounded and diverse in its use. The vehicle has the sleek appeal of a high-end car without the bulkiness of an SUV. The Audi Q5’s presence is strong and magnetic and its awe inspiring look is a head turner. The elegantly crafted interiors, typical of all Audi cars, are extremely pleasing to the eyes.

Released just last year, the Audi Q5 remains unchanged for 2010. As Audi’s first luxury compact SUV, it’s slotted below the midsize Q7 and is based on the same platform as the A4 sedan. The Audi Q5 is a multi-talent for sport, leisure-time and family activities. As an option, Audi offers the rear bench seat plus, which slides 100 millimeters (3.94 inches) lengthwise to provide a load-through facility. The Audi Q5 employs design elements typical of the brand in the interior, but adds its own unique variations – the driver-oriented cockpit is set higher, for example, in keeping with the upright sitting position. The ergonomics are exemplary, boasting the uncompromising craftsmanship one expects from Audi – a little treat for the senses in terms of look and feel.

The new  Audi Q5 2010 is an all wheel drive machine with a 3.2 liter V6 engine that is capable of producing 270 horsepower and 243 pound feet of torque, it consists of a six speed automatic transmission. For those worried about fuel economy you should know that the base model new Audi Q5 gets 18 miles per gallon in the city and 23 miles per gallon when cruising on the highway.

The New Audi Q5 is a very reliable vehicle due to the fact that it contains numerous safety systems both passive and active. These features ensure that the driver and the passenger will be able to keep away danger in an emergency situation. The Audi Q5 provides all the obvious safety defences and airbags that you could wish for. But additions such as hill-descent control to help it crawl down off-road slopes and novelties, such as the clever stability control, which has a special off-road programme, take it to higher level. The Audi Q5 is a multi-talent for sport, leisure-time and family activities. As an option, Audi offers the “rear bench seat plus”, which slides 100 millimeters (3.94 inches) lengthwise to provide a load-through facility. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, anti-skid system, curtain side airbags, and front and rear side airbags.

Standard features are based upon trim level. Standard tires are 18-inch size. Audi claims best-in-class towing capacity, at 4,400 pounds. Standard Q5s feature black body trim, but customers will also be able to select a full body-colour option or even pick a contrasting shade. Alternatively, sporty S Line versions provide a more aggressive look, and an optional off-road package includes beefy under-body protection and bigger alloy wheels.

Available xenon high-intensity discharge headlamps and LED tail lamps provide brilliant lighting, and of course the standard eighteen-inch wheels would have been unheard of in the past, especially not the Q5’s range of handsome alloys. Nineteen- and twenty-inch wheels are also offered. Available features include Audi’s MMI (Multi Media Interface) system, which uses a dashboard screen and control knob to control audio, navigation, suspension, and other functions.

The New Audi Q5 2010 is available with a starting price of $35200.00 but can reach prices of $42500.00 based on various packages, options, and your trim selection.

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The 2010 Jeep Wrangler is a convertible SUV. The Jeep Wrangler, also known as the YJ, TJ, JK, and J8 is your compact four-wheel drive SUV manufactured by Chrysler. It is produced under the Jeep marque. For those of you old enough to remember, it is the successor to the World War 11 Jeep Willys.This vehicle offers excellent visibility for drivers and passengers, allowing for exceptional scenic views. The Jeep Wrangler is a new generation on its way. It also holds and boasts of new and improved safety features and elements.

The 2010 Wrangler has only minor changes, including a couple of new colors and some minor feature enhancements. There’s an improved Sunrider soft-top that is easier to remove, Sahara and Rubicon models have new alloy wheels, fog lamps and tow hooks are now standard on all models, the base Sport models now have cloth upholstery, and there are other detail refinements.

The Wrangler has much improved in the way of comfort for riders. Though it is still mostly about utility, the Wrangler has more comfortable seats, more organizational features, and better technology. The addition of the Unlimited as a four door model was welcome among the ‘Jeepers’ and future fans alike. The four-door doesn’t change the character of the Wrangler but makes it easier to own and more practical for many. Inside, it’s much more comfortable and convenient, offering more cargo and rear-seat passenger space. Still, the traditional two-door Wrangler has its charms.

The 2010 Jeep Wrangler has a redesigned soft top which is designed to be easier to open and close. This off-road-ready SUV is offered in 2-door or 4-door Unlimited form. Trim levels include Sport, Sahara, and Rubicon; Sport replaces the X as the base version. Late-model-year additions to the Wrangler lineup include the Islander and Mountain. All are available with a folding soft top or a removable hardtop.

Powering all 2010 Jeep Wrangler models is a 3.8 liter V6 engine that generates 202 horsepower and 237 pound-feet of torque. It’s mated with a six-speed manual transmission (includes hill-start assist) while there’s an optional four-speed automatic. Fuel economy on rear-drive, manual-transmission models is as high as 16 mpg city, 21 highway, which is good for the Wrangler lineup but not particularly economical. The engine feels strong, but it still makes more noise than you might expect of a more traditional SUV.

Safety is another challenge the 2010 Jeep Wrangler tackles with aplomb, thanks to dual front and optional front-side airbags. In government testing, the Wrangler achieves Five-Star front impact ratings. Four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control and stability control help ensure the Wrangler only ends up off road when the driver directs it there.

For serious off-road fun, there is really only one choice. With luxury features like Uconnect, and modern safety features including airbags and antilock brakes, the 2010 Jeep Wrangler is more fun and safe than ever

Standard equipment across the board includes an AM/FM stereo with a MP3-capable CD player, advanced multi-stage front airbags, electronic roll mitigation, and an easy folding soft top. Available options on the Wrangler include remote keyless entry, a navigation system, a six-disc CD changer, and satellite radio.

The 2010 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is available with a starting price of $23410.00 but can reach prices of $32050.00 based on various packages, options, and your trim selection.

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The 2010 4Runner is an SUV manufactured by Toyota and sold throughout the world from 1984 to the present. The original 4Runner was a compact SUV and little more than a Toyota pickup truck with a fiberglass shell over the bed, but the model has since undergone significant independent development into a cross between a mid-size and a full-size SUV. The Toyota 4Runner is a mid-size SUV that comes with everyday driving comfort, refinement and safety.

The 2010 4Runner is lightly larger overall than the prior generation, but with the same wheelbase. Because the A-pillar has been moved forward slightly, the new 4Runner has a slightly more upright appearance. Redesigned for 2010, the 4Runner still stays to the original Tundra design. With great capability, the 4Runner offers a Trail model that provides off-road features including the locking rear differential, four-wheel drive, and the Multi-Terrain select, as well as Crawl Control.

The 2010 Toyota 4Runner is redesigned with freshened styling, more V6 power, and a new 4-cylinder engine. This midsize SUV uses traditional truck-type construction. The new 4 Runner 2010 comes in three distinct models, each with specialized equipment packages, to suit a variety of luxury, recreational capability, and affordability priorities. All are sturdily built, with an extensive suite of safety features, flexible seating, and multiple cargo options. The 2010 4runner is built on the same platform as the rugged Toyota FJ Cruiser and is longer, wider, and taller than its predecessor. Trim levels are available in SR5 (black 4Runner, above and top), Trail, and Limited (blue, second from the top), each equally satisfying in their own rights.

The 2010 Toyota 4Runner is a midsize SUV that is offered in three trim levels: SR5, Trail and Limited. The SR5 comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, black fender flares and rocker panels, skid plates, foglights, air-conditioning (with rear ventilation), cruise control, full power accessories with a power rear window, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, a trip computer and a CD/MP3 audio system with an auxiliary audio jack. The 2010 4Runner is available in an all-new “Trail Edition” package which features traction control, locking rear differential, Bilstein shock absorbers, 17″ alloy wheels, waterproof seat fabric and a detachable TomTom personal navigation system.

The 2010 4Runner has more power than any previous 4Runner, and that includes the previous generation with the optional V8. Base engine for the 2010 Toyota 4Runner 4×2 models is a 2.7-liter 4-cylinder unit, producing 157 horsepower. It is mated to a 4-speed automatic transmission. Power and fuel efficiency combined with new off-road technologies make the new 4Runner a true workhorse. Powering the new 4 Runner in 2010 is a new engine package that features a 4L V6 that makes 270 hp. That’s 34 hp more than the previous generation and this new engine also offers a 5% improvement in fuel economy.

The 2010 4Runner now offers the new Safety Connect telematics system. In case of either airbag deployment or severe rear-end collision Automatic Collision Notification is designed to automatically call a response center. Vehicle Stability Control, traction control, and four-wheel anti-lock brakes with electronic brake force distribution keep the vehicle steady on highways and byways. Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) helps to ensure stability by compensating for oversteer or understeer. The system uses selective braking and modulated engine output to keep the vehicle in line with the driver’s intended course.

The 2010  Toyota 4Runner is available with a starting price of $27500.00 but can reach prices of $39800.00 based on various packages, options, and your trim selection.

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The 2011 Camry is one of the first Toyota vehicles to be released after its debacle with unintended acceleration. By all accounts, the issue has been fixed on the 2011 model. The benchmark Toyota Camry sedan continues its reputation reliability, and quality while offering fuel efficiency, space, and power. Other Camry strong points include a commendable level of comfort, plenty of convenience and luxury features, and top-notch safety scores. The 2011 Camry price begins at $19,595.

The 2011 Camry has a long list of virtues, but they’re virtues that don’t necessarily impress auto reviewers. The Camry offers a spacious, comfortable interior and is tuned for a smooth ride, but that means it’s sluggish in the corners, and its base four-cylinder engine is not particularly quick. The 2011 Toyota Camry is a comfortable commuter, but reviewers say it’s one of the least involving drives in the Affordable Midsize Car class. The Camry is softly tuned, which creates a gentle ride for easy commuting and long trips. Let’s take a look in the cabin.

The 2011 Toyota Camry is a mid-size 4-door sedan that is available in four models, entry level, LE, SE and XLE. TThe 2011 Camry features excellent fuel economy, logging in with 22 MPG city/33 MPG highway and a choice of a 2.5-liter 169 horsepower four-cylinder (179 hp on SE trim) or a 3.5-liter engine with a 268 hp V6. The 2011 Camry was offered in a Sedan bodystyle with a V6 standard engine.

Optional or standard on every model is an audio system that includes Bluetooth hands-free phone connectivity, integrated satellite radio, and USB linking for iPods and other MP3 devices. The 2011 Camry Hybrid has Fraichir cloth upholstery, a combination of silk protein and synthetic fiber that Toyota says is gentle to the skin. Optional on all Camrys are front side airbags and head-protecting curtain side airbags, which can be combined with an optional anti-skid system on V6 models. Other options include a power-adjustable accelerator pedal for automatic-transmission models and a navigation system with dashboard touch screen. ABS brakes, driver and front-passenger airbags, front seat-mounted side-impact airbags, and side curtain airbags are standard.

To keep you and yours safe at all times, the 2011 Toyota Camry comes standard with Vehicle Stability Control, front advanced air bags, an Anti-lock Brake System with Brake Assist, and Direct Tire Pressure Monitoring System. The 2011 Camry is a 5-star crash rated vehicle in the front and side-impact ratings.

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The 2010 Chevy Equinox showed its new face alongside the 2010 Cadillac SRX in Detroit today, and it was a tossup as to which looked better. Regardless of where you stand on the Equinox’ appearance, the new CUV is a far more sophisticated vehicle than the crossover it replaces. The 2010 Chevy Equinox is the second generation of this model. Some improvements were made towards the overall platform, moreover to having better fuel efficiency than the previous year’s designs. The 2010 Chevy Equinox is a stylish and comfortable entry

Inside, a new dual cockpit setup looks very similar to the one in the larger Traverse. As expected of any new model these days, the full array of USB audio, Bluetooth and DVD entertainment systems are also now available.The 2010 Chevy Equinox appears to share its body-side stampings, wheelbase, and certain other key elements with the Cadillac.. Front and rear seat occupants may find themselves looking for more space and more comfort when it comes to the seats. Wide-opening rear doors allow plenty of space for rear passengers to climb in and a large cargo area can hold more than the other two crossovers on this list. Front-seat passengers are treated to ample head and leg room. Seats are supportive and comfortable – surprisingly so, as some competitors have seats that seem to be a bit budget grade.

The 2010 Chevy Equinox is offered in LS, 1LT, 2LT and LTZ trim levels, each with front-wheel drive (2WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD). The 2010 Equinox is equipped with a 2.4 liter direct injection Ecotec engine that delivers 182 hp at 6700 rpm and torque of 172 lb ft at 4900 rpm. The other engine offered as optional is a 3.4 liter V6 model that delivers 210 lb ft of torque.  A six-speed automatic transmission is used exclusively. For those worried about fuel economy you should know that the base model new Chevrolet Equinox gets 22 miles per gallon in the city and 32 miles per gallon when cruising on the highway. And with 32 mpg highway and up to 600 highway miles between fill-ups, the 2010 Equinox also has the best fuel economy of any non-GM crossover.

Standard equipment includes air conditioning, an AM/FM/XM/CD/MP3 player with an auxiliary input jack, cruise control, power windows/locks/mirrors, and a tilt/telescoping steering wheel. A rear-seat entertainment system, a navigation system, leather seating, heated seats, Bluetooth, steering-wheel audio/phone controls, a sunroof, a rearview camera, and remote start are options. Standard features include a four-way driver’s seat, a Multi-Flex sliding rear seat with 8-inches of travel, plus a 60/40 split fold-down. A premium cabin highlights chrome accents, ambient lighting and easy to understand gauges and switches.

Standard safety features on the new Equinox includes four-wheel disc brakes with ABS, six airbags, Stabilitrak stability control with traction control, tire pressure monitoring system and, of course, GM’s OnStar system with automatic crash response and stolen vehicle assistance.

The Chevy Equinox reviews mentioned the Chevy Equinox price according to trim level. The LS trim level is US$25.995, the 1LT is US$27.725 and the 2LT is US$30.110, and the LTZ is US$33,460.

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Nissan Murano Review – The Nissan Murano is a near-luxury mid-size crossover SUV manufactured by Nissan since the 2003 model year. Known as the “Maxima of SUVs”, it slotted above the Pathfinder as Nissan’s top-of-the-line SUV until the launch of the Armada in 2004. The Nissan Murano is a crossover vehicle that integrates function and high fashion, combining sport-utility cargo capacity and sporty driving dynamics.

The 2010 Nissan Murano is one of the highest rated cars that they have produced. One of the first things that a person will find out about this vehicle is the odd styling. Nissan Murano Review noted that the 2010 Murano is one of the more attractive compact SUVs on the market today. The new Murano has created quite the buzz since being released and consumers are still flocking to dealers looking for this particular model.

Nissan has wisely decided to install its vaunted 3.5-liter V6 engine under the hood of the 2010 Murano. Based on the same unit that has motivated both the Nissan 350Z and the Infiniti G35, the engine offers serious thrust underneath the right foot of drivers – to the tune of 265 hp and 248 lb/ft of torque. Mated to a Xtronic CVT transmission, the 2010 Murano is available in front-wheel-drive or with an optional all-wheel-drive system. This new Murano is also very practical as it gets gas mileage of 20 miles per gallon in the city and 25 MPG on highway whether with front or all wheel drive.

Available in either Darth Vader Black or Real Estate agent beige, the leather is particularly supple (these are not Nissan approved names for their leather). But no matter how highly you spec your Murano, from S to LE, this SUV comes standard with power windows, locks, keyless go (so you don’t need a key to enter or start the vehicle), six airbags, a CVT automatic transmission, 18 inch wheels, dual zone climate control and a premium six speaker audio system. Available in the S, SL, and SE trim lines, all models come in all wheel drive.

Standard safety features for all 2010 Nissan Murano models include six airbags, active front head restraints, electronic brake-force distribution with brake assist, four-wheel anti-lock disc brake system, tire pressure monitoring system, Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) and traction control.

The 2010 Nisaan Murano Options included a roof rack, adjustable pedals, a Bose stereo, a sunroof and a DVD-based navigation system. Options packages have also been revised for slightly easier ordering. Options, including power liftgate, XM satellite radio, rear-view monitor, leather upholstery and heated front seats, brought the sticker price to $36,100. The base front-wheel-drive Murano S, with the same engine and transmission, starts at $28,340.

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The Volvo XC60 is the first vehicle in a new generation of the contemporary crossover concept. The Volvo XC60 review mentioned that this car is a combination of a traditional city vehicle and an XC vehicle aimed for young, professional urban people with an active life. The Volvo XC60 is a car that has already carved out a solid market share in the premium sport cross-over segment. With its muscular curves and sharply contoured tail lamps, it attracts attention wherever it goes.

The new XC60 represents a slightly smaller addition to the existing stable of XC70 and XC90 crossover SUVs. This car is a new premium crossover from Volvo. Comfortable and practical, the XC60 may be the safest vehicle Volvo has ever built. The 2010 XC60 will have a new safety system called City Safety as standard equipment. It will officially be Volvos safest vehicle so far.

The 2010 Volvo XC60 gives fans of the Swedish brand a great way to step down from the more expensive seven-seat XC90 sport-ute. The XC60 crossover seats five and is stylish inside and out, with a classic Scandinavian theme inside. The 2010 Volvo XC60’s interior is also attractive, with a sleek dashboard design and Volvo’s trademark suspended center-stack panel. The Volvo XC60 review mentioned:  “It’s unfortunate that our test vehicle wasn’t fitted with the optional wood paneling for the center stack or the no-cost two-tone seats — combined, they make the XC60’s interior look warmer and more distinctive than those of other small luxury crossovers”.

The XC60 comes with Volvo’s new 3.0-liter turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine. Based on the 3.2-liter V6 used in other Volvos, this engine adds a twin-scroll turbocharger and produces 281 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. This provides quick acceleration from 0 to 60 miles per hour in about 7.1 seconds. The XC60 refuses to loll around on windy roads and a strong level of grip is achieved thanks to a full-time all wheel-drive set up regulating power to all corners. Steering is assisted by a clever speed-sensitive power steering system that offers liberal assistance at low speeds and is reduced as speed increases.

The 2010 Volvo XC60 comes with City Safety, a technology that can help distracted drivers avoid or mitigate low-speed collisions. By measuring the car’s speed and distance to the vehicle ahead, City Safety calculates the braking force needed when approaching another vehicle.

The 2010 Volvo XC60 small luxury crossover is available in two trim levels: 3.2 and T6. Standard equipment on the base 3.2 includes 17 -inch alloy wheels, fog lamps, a power driver seat with memory functions, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, cruise control, City Safety, Bluetooth, steering-wheel-mounted audio controls and an eight-speaker CD/MP3 stereo with satellite and HD radio and USB and auxiliary audio inputs.

The 2010 Volvo Xc60 is available with a starting price of $32395.00 but can reach prices of $41550.00 based on various packages, options, and your trim selection. For those worried about fuel economy you should know that the base model new Volvo Xc60 gets 18 miles per gallon in the city and 27 miles per gallon when cruising on the highway. Please share your thoughts and opinion regarding this Volvo XC60 review  in a comment below the post.

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