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Monday, June 29, 2009

Toyota FT-HS Concept Car

As cool cars go, the Toyota FT-HS Concept Car offers a glimpse of what the next Supra could look like. So, in anticipation of an actual hybrid sports car hitting the market at non-boutique dealer prices, let’s look at the HT-FS concept.

Sunday, June 28, 2009

2009-Cadillac Escalade Platinum Hybrid

2009-Cadillac Escalade Platinum Hybrid, Pictures, photo and images. The Cadillac already offers both hybrid and Platinum variants of the Escalade, but this latest offering combines the 'green' powertrain of the former with the amenities of the latter. Platinum models add a number of distinctive touches both inside and out, including a unique grille, LED headlamps, Aniline leather seating, magnetic ride control, and unique 22-inch aluminum wheels.The new model will utilize the 6.0-liter V8, just like the ‘lesser’ Escalade Hybrid, paired to General Motor’s 2-Mode hybrid system. Economy figures have not yet been released up to this time, but it is expected to be around 20 mpg city and 21 mpg highway which are the same figures that come with the two-wheel-drive Escalade Hybrid.

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Specification of Cadillac Escalade 2007

The all-new 2007 Cadillac Escalade EXT is the perfect combination of versatility luxuryand in the full-size truck segment. The Escalade EXT offers unmatched versatility mixing device pickup truck style and functionality into a thoroughly luxurious Escalade.
Based on GM's all-new full-size SUV platform, de'07 Escalade EXT features new powertrain, chassis, safety and interior systems. These integrated systems deliver the most powerful, efficient luxury full-size SUV in this segment, led by the new 6.2-liter all-aluminum V8 engine with VVT that generates 403hp and a robust 417lb.ft. of torque.The EXT model is a unique Sport Utility Truck (SUT) body style, making it a part SUV, part-pickup profile. The industry-exclusive Midgate panel, car owners easily convert the EXT five-passenger SUV into a two-passenger pickup with 9ft. protected and secure storage. The Midgate, located behind the rear bench can be folded into the cabin, the cargo area to extend from 5ft. to 8ft., for a total of 101cu.ft. Secure volume. A standard lockable Tonneau cover protects items in the cargo bed, or can be removed for extra vertical space. When closed, it is suitable for a 300lb.

Specification :
Type: Large Truck
Where Built: Mexico
EPA Class: Sport Utility Vehicles
Dimensions
Exterior
Length: 222 in.  Width: 79.1 in.
Height: 74.5 in.  Wheel Base: 130 in.
Ground Clearance: 10.6 in.  Curb Weight: 5838 lbs.
Gross Weight: 7200 lbs.
Interior
Front Head Room: 41.1 in.  Front Hip Room: 64.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room: 65.3 in.  Rear Head Room: 40 in.
Rear Shoulder Room: 65.3 in.  Rear Hip Room: 62.3 in.
Front Leg Room: 41.3 in.  Rear Leg Room: 39.1 in.
Maximum Cargo Capacity: 109 cu. ft.  Maximum Seating: 5
Performance Data
Performance
Base Number of Cylinders: 8  Base Engine Size: 6.2 liters
Base Engine Type: V8  Horsepower: 403 hp
Max Horsepower: 5700 rpm  Torque: 417 ft-lbs.
Max Torque: 4300 rpm  Maximum Payload: 1362 lbs.
Maximum Towing Capacity: 7600 lbs.  Drive Type: AWD
Turning Circle: 39 ft.
Fuel Data
Fuel
Fuel Tank Capacity: 31 gal.  
EPA Mileage Estimates: (City/Highway)
Automatic: : 13 mpg / 19 mpg  
Range in Miles: (City/Highway)
Automatic: 403 mi. / 589 mi.