Even with the shift toward alternative fuel systems some interesting automobiles were debuted at the 2018 North American Auto Show. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at a few of them.
Friday, January 26, 2018
Hot cars at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show.
Even with the shift toward alternative fuel systems some interesting automobiles were debuted at the 2018 North American Auto Show. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at a few of them.
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Detroit, MI, USA
Saturday, January 20, 2018
2018 Detroit Auto Show, Concepts and Trucks
This was the year when concepts and trucks played a big role in the North American International Auto Show. Bumper2Bumpertv says major milestones were reached in ideas and among vehicles designed to do the hard work.
Wednesday, January 17, 2018
Nissan Rogue Sport
THE AUTO PAGE
By John Heilig
- MODEL: 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport SL AWD
- ENGINE: 2.0-liter DOHC I-4
- TRANSMISSION: XTronic with Eco mode switch
- HORSEPOWER/TORQUE: 141 hp @ 6,000 rpm/143 lb.-ft. @ 4,400 rpm
- WHEELBASE: 106.5 in.
- LENGTH X WIDTH X HEIGHT: 184.5 x 72.4 x 68.5 in.
- TIRES: P225/45R19
- CARGO CAPACITY: 39.3/70.0 cu. ft. (rear seat backs up/down)
- ECONOMY: 24 mpg city/30 mpg highway/23.7 mpg test
- FUEL TANK: 14.5 gal.
- CURB WEIGHT: 3,659 lbs. #/HP: 26.0
- TOWING CAPACITY: 1,102 lbs.
- COMPETITIVE CLASS: Subaru Crosstrek, Ford Escape, Honda CR-V
- STICKER: $31,105 (includes $835 delivery, $2,850 options)
- BOTTOM LINE: The Nissan Rogue Sport proved to be capable of all we asked of it, but it didn’t cause any excitement in the Heilig household.
The Nissan Rogue has always held a special place in my heart,
because of fond memories of the introduction of the first model. The Rogue
Sport is a variation of the original, with the difference being in that the
Sport has a smaller engine.
Nevertheless, the Rogue Sport still has decent power at 141
horsepower. Acceleration could be better, but it never got us in any trouble.
Additionally, the handling is good with a strut front suspension
and independent rear suspension. The Rogue Sport handles curves well, and is
easy to park, especially with the “overhead” video camera that allows the
driver to see all the lines in a parking space as well as any obstacles around
the car. The camera turns on in reverse mode, but you can also turn in on when
you want to check how close you are to objects in front.
Overall styling is not unlike the big brother Murano, which is to
be expected. I think the Murano’s styling is a little curvier, but the Rogue
Sport doesn’t disappoint. Interior design is also nice. Our tester was fitted
with a black and cream interior with a well-designed dash. Instrumentation is
standard.
In the center of the dash is a clear infotainment screen with the
usual assortment of choices. Audio performance was good as was the HVAC system.
We had a minor complaint with the heating in that it didn’t work as fast as we
wanted it to, but we had a spell of wicked cold weather and I’m getting old.
Okay, I am old. The
heated front seats helped.
Front seats are comfortable. The driver’s seat is power
adjustable, while the passenger has to do with a manually adjustable seat. Both
seats offer some side support. Rear seat legroom is cozy with the passenger’s
knees developing a close relationship with the back of the front passenger’s
seat. Rear passengers have good visibility.
Interior storage consists of a cubby at the base of the center
stack with USB, AUX and12-volt outlets. The center console/arm rest is deep.
There is the standard pair of cupholders and there is room for water bottles in
the front doors. There is also a small cubby to the rear of the cupholders that
is ideal for holding keys. Twice I forgot, though, and left the keys in the car
when I went shopping. Is my mind going? (see age reference above) Rear doors
also have room for water bottles and the rear door pulls have bottoms. Two
cupholders reside in the pull-down arm rest.
The Rogue Sport has a blind spot monitor and rear cross traffic
alert, both part of the $2,280 SL Premium Package. That package also contains a
power sliding moonroof, forward emergency braking and high beam assist, where
you can leave the high beams on all the time and the Rogue Sport decides when
you are blinding oncoming traffic. The Blind Spot Monitor lights are located
not on the outside mirrors, but inside, near the A Pillar. I prefer them
to be on the mirrors, but you can learn to look inside.
Cargo capacity is good, and the rear seat backs fold easily to
create a flat floor with 70 cubic feet of capacity. Additionally, there are two
lift-up panels that allow you to configure the cargo area for various uses.
In general, the Nissan Rogue Sport is a nice package and a
decent competitor for the other vehicles in its class. Sadly, it just didn’t
“wow” me.
(c) 2018 The Auto Page Syndicate
Thursday, January 11, 2018
Acura MDX Sport hybrid, efficient and energetic
The gas electric version of the Acura MDX has a dual personality. Bumper2Bumpertv says on one side it can perform with great torque while on the flip side it is a decent effort at being green.
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Monroe, NC, USA
Wednesday, January 3, 2018
2018 Toyota Camry Hybrid
Toyota is trying to offer cars that provide a variety of drive trains these days. Bumper2Bumpertv has a look at the latest version of the Camry using Hybrid technology.
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Location:
Athens, GA, USA
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