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MSRP: $24,995-$43,995
The 2012 Challenger is a 2-door, 5-passenger sports coupe, or sports car, available in three finishes, ranging from the SE to the SRT8.
In the introduction, the SE is equipped with a standard 3.6-liter, V6, 305 horsepower, flexible fuel engine that reaches 18-mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway. A 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard. The SRT8 is equipped with a standard 6.4-liter, V8, 470 hp engine that reaches 14-mpg in the city and 23 mpg on the highway. A 6-speed gearbox with overdrive is standard.
The 2012 Challenger is a relic from 2011.
MSRP: $37,100-$44,700
The 2012 A5 is a 2-door, four-seater luxury sports coupe, or luxury convertible, available in 4 trims, ranging from the 2.0T Premium Coupe quattro 2.0T Cabriolet quattro Manual for the Tiptronic Premium.
At its introduction, the 2.0T Premium Coupe quattro Manual equipped with a standard 2.0-liter, I4, 211 hp, turbo engine that reaches 21-mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway. A 6-speed gearbox with overdrive is standard. The 2.0T Cabriolet quattro Tiptronic Premium features a standard 2.0-liter, I4, 211 hp, turbo engine that reaches 21-mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway. An 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.
The 2012 A5 is a relic from 2011.
2011 Chevrolet Camaro
MSRP: $22,805-$39,775
The 2011 Camaro is a 2-door, four-seater sports car, or convertible sports car, available in 10 finishes, ranging from the LS Coupe to 2SS Convertible.
At its introduction, the LS Coupe is equipped with a standard 3.6-liter, V6, 312 hp engine 17-mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the motorway. A 6-speed gearbox with overdrive is standard, and a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional. The 2SS Convertible is equipped with a standard 6.2-liter, V8, 426 hp engine that reaches 16-mpg in the city and 24-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed gearbox with overdrive is standard.
The 2011 LS Coupe is a relic from 2010. The 2SS Convertible is all-new for 2011.
MSRP: $ 23,200 - $ 40,600
The 2012 Camaro is a 2-door, four-seater sports car, or convertible sports car, available in 10 finishes, ranging from the LS Coupe to 2SS Convertible.
At its introduction, the LS Coupe is equipped with a standard 3.6-liter, V6, 323 hp engine 17-mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the motorway. A 6-speed gearbox with overdrive is standard, and a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional. The 2SS Convertible is equipped with a standard 6.2-liter, V8, 426 hp engine that reaches 16-mpg in the city and 24-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed gearbox with overdrive is standard.
The 2012 Camaro is a relic from 2011.
2011 Dodge Challenger
MSRP: $ 24,895 - $ 42,780
The 2011 Challenger is a 2-door, 5-passenger sports coupe, or sports car, available in three finishes, ranging from the SE to the SRT8.
In the introduction, the SE is equipped with a standard 3.6-liter, V6, 305 horsepower, flexible fuel engine that reaches 18-mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway. A 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard. The SRT8 is equipped with a standard 6.4-liter, V8, 470 hp engine that reaches 14-mpg in the city and 23 mpg on the highway. A 6-speed gearbox with overdrive is standard.
The 2011 Challenger is a relic from 2010.
MSRP: $ 34,800 - $ 61,430
The 2012 C-Class is a 2 - or 4-door, 5 passenger luxury sports coupe to luxury sedan or luxury sports sedan, available in 9 finishes, ranging from the C250 Sport Sedan C63 AMG Coupe on.
At its introduction, the C250 Sport Sedan is equipped with a standard 1.8-liter, I4, 201 hp, turbo engine that reaches 21-mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway. A 7-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard. The C63 AMG Coupe is equipped with a standard 6.3-liter, V8, 451 hp engine that reaches 13-mpg in the city and 19 mpg on the highway. A 7-speed gearbox with overdrive is standard.
The C250 Sport Sedan is refreshed for 2012. The C63 AMG Coupe is redesigned for 2012.
MSRP: $ 22,145 - $ 37,845
The 2011 Mustang is a 2-door, four-person family coupe, sports coupe, convertible, or convertible sports car, available in 8 finishes, ranging from the V6 Coupe to the GT Premium Convertible.
At its introduction, the V6 Coupe is equipped with a standard 3.7-liter, V6, 305 hp engine that reaches 19-mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway. The GT Premium Convertible is equipped with a standard 5.0-liter, V8, 412 hp engine with 16-mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the motorway. A 6-speed gearbox with overdrive is standard on both the finish, and a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional.
The 2011 Mustang is a relic from 2010.
2011 Maserati Quattroporte
List price: $ 126,750 - $ 134,700
The 2011 Quattroporte is a 4-door, 5-passenger luxury sports sedan, available in two cuts, the S and Sport GT S.
At its introduction, the S is equipped with a standard 4.7-liter, V8, 430 hp engine that reaches 12-mpg in the city and 19 mpg on the highway. The Sport GT S is equipped with a standard 4.7-liter, V8, 440 hp engine that reaches 12-mpg in the city and 19 mpg on the highway. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both workmanship.
The 2011 Quattroporte is redesigned for 2011.
2012 Nissan Maxima
MSRP: $ 31,750 - $ 34,450
The 2012 Maxima is a 4-door, 5-passenger sports sedan, available in two cuts, the S and SV.
At launch, both finishing with a standard 3.5-liter, V6, 290 hp engine that reaches 19-mpg in the city and 26-mpg on the highway. A variable speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.
The 2012 Maxima is freshened for 2012.
2011 Infiniti G Sedan
MSRP: $ 32,000 - $ 44,750
The 2011 G Sedan is a 4-door, 5-passenger luxury sports sedan, available in 10 finishes, ranging from 25 to 37x AWD Limited Edition.
At its introduction, the 25 equipped with a standard 2.5-liter, V6, 218 horsepower engine that reaches 20-mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway. The 37x AWD Limited Edition is equipped with a standard 3.7-liter, V6, 328 hp engine that reaches 18-mpg in the city and 25-mpg on the highway. A 7-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both workmanship.
The 2011 G Sedan is a relic from 2010.
2012 Ford Mustang Overview
Spread over nearly 50 years a consistent production, the 2012 Ford Mustang continues its reign as the US's longest-selling pony car, with more performance and convenience features than ever before, making the Mustang shopper plenty of options for his or her real one in a Mustang making-of-a-kind car.
Whether opting for a top-down cruiser, a coupe with some added zip, or an all-out performance machine, the Mustang shows shoppers the choice all with a check of a box. From the base V-6 model 31 mpg makes to the street-legal race car known as the Boss 302 Laguna Seca edition, the Mustang comes in different degrees of speed.
But the 2012 Ford Mustang is a very viable vehicle, with seating for four and a six-speed manual or optional six-speed automatic. The optional Sync hands-free calling makes communication a safe exercise, and MyKey programmable key from Ford, parents can program a speed limiter and audio volume settings, so they are not afraid to put the key to give a 412 horsepower V -8 Mustang GT for their teenage sons or daughters.
2012 Ford Mustang The Range
Body style: Two-door coupe or convertible
Engines: 3.7-liter V-6, 5.0-liter V-8
Transmissions: six-speed manual, six-speed automatic
Models: Mustang, Mustang GT, Mustang Boss 302, Boss 302 Mustang Leguna Seca
2012 Ford Mustang What's new
In a first for Ford, the 2012 Ford Mustang offers adjustable steering wheel, which the driver can choose between three different settings for how fast the car to the wheel, including a tighter sports fashion. Also new for 2012 are illuminated visor vanity mirrors twice, a universal garage door opener, and multifunctional storage visor. Backup sensors, a safety kit, and HID headlights are also new options available. Finally, the Mustang has a limited amount of colors, Lava Red Metallic. The color option will come with Lava Red with black interior and color-keyed door and seat inserts.
2012 Ford Mustang Outside
With a modern take on a retro design, the 2012 Ford Mustang fastback is a standard with an aggressive look that could only be a Mustang. The sequential rear turn signals indicators pick up a cue from the '70s, and classic long-hood, short deck proportions, the Mustang looks fast even when stationary. Boss 302 models look much louder, with bright orange paint and aerodynamic tweaks, but most add-ons are fully functional for go-fast, hardcore enthusiasts.
2012 Ford Mustang Interior
Compact interior of the Ford Mustang definitely looks retro with its classic styling and a three-spoke steering wheel modeled after Mustangs of yore. But with the addition of the Electronics package that includes many built-in navigation in the middle of the dashboard, that all changes fast installation. With the addition of the Laguna Seca package to the Boss 302 Mustang forgoes a back seat for a roll cage and chassis braces.
2012 Ford Mustang Performance & Handling
When it comes to performance, even the base V-6 Ford Mustang is all basic. In V-6 models, power comes from a 3.7-liter engine capable of 305 horsepower - almost as much as a V-8 powered Mustang GT 2010. With all that power, acceleration from zero to 60 mph happens in 5.1 seconds, and with the Performance Package, the car pulls 0.96g of lateral acceleration - which is only $ 25,000 for the model! From there, the speeds just faster and better treatment only if customers switch to the 412-horsepower 2012 Ford Mustang GT V-8, which is a BMW M3 a run for the money half the cost, or buyers can step up to the Boss 302 and positively insane 444 hp Seguna Seca which packs 380 lb-ft of torque, and can hang with supercars for well under $ 50,000.
2012 Ford Mustang Safety
Optional on the 2012 Ford Mustang SYNC system is 911 Assist and Vehicle Health Report in addition to the standard AdvanceTrac electronic stability control, traction control and ABS as standard. Other safety features include dual-stage driver and front passenger airbags and MyKey that owners of a secondary key program to stereo volume and speed limit.
2012 Ford Mustang EPA Fuel Economy
Mustang: 19 mpg city/31 mpg highway (automatic), 19 mpg city/29 mpg highway (manual)
Mustang GT: 17 mpg city/25 mpg highway (automatic), 17 mph city/26 mpg highway (manual)
Mustang Boss 302: 17 mpg city/26 mpg highway (manual)
2012 Ford Mustang Prices
Base Coupe
Sticker Price: $22,310
Base Convertible
Sticker Price: $27,310
Boss 302 Coupe
Sticker Price: $40,310
GT Convertible
Sticker Price: $34,710
GT Coupe
Sticker Price: $29,710
GT Premium Convertible
Sticker Price: $38,710
GT Premium Coupe
Sticker Price: $33,710
Premium Convertible
Sticker Price: $31,310
Premium Coupe
Sticker Price: $26,310
2012 Ford Edge Summary
2012 Ford Edge Overview
The Ford Edge was introduced in 2006 as an attractive alternative to the "soccer mom" stereotype that is applied to crossovers like the Toyota Highlander, and is no longer looked back. The 2012 Edge offers the 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine available on the SE, SEL and Limited editions. A midsize crossover SUV seats five people comfortably, the 2012 Ford Edge Blending technology with a pleasant driving experience. However, most of the style that Ford will be on the grid potential and that corresponds with a lighter wallet. Choices are king on the Edge and it all starts under the hood with three different engine choices. Ford has a 3.5-liter V-6, 2.0-liter EcoBoost I-4 and a 3.7-liter V-6 offered in the Sport edition. After an engine is selected, there are four finishes to choose from, the SE, SEL, Limited and Sport, each with different functions. The exterior remains the same as the 2011 model with a slight tweak here and there.
2012 Ford Edge The Range
Body: 5-door SUV
Engine: 3.5-liter V-6, 2.0-liter EcoBoost I-4, 3.7-liter V-6 (Sports)
Transmission: Six-speed automatic select shift
Models: SE, SEL, Limited, Sport
2012 Ford Edge What's new
The biggest addition to the 2012 Edge is the EcoBoost engine, which is expected the engine of choice in the future if the EPA emission standards continue to get tighter. The 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine is an alternative to its size where it counts with an advanced turbocharger and petrol injection combine for 240 horsepower. The 2012 Edge with the 3.5-liter V-6 has 285 horsepower and 253 lb-ft of torque.
2012 Ford Edge Outside
The Edge got a makeover last year, which includes a new grille, wheels and a redesigned bumper. Other tweaks are small, but still grab your attention. The headlights are thinner and a chin spoiler give the Edge a more pronounced look. The front lip acts as an undergraduate and also reduces cabin noise was by limiting the air passing through. From behind the rear accentuate April 2-inch chrome exhaust pipes that are closer to the ground and parallel to the lights. Many features on the 2011 model will be shared with the new model year. There is a choice between four different trim levels on the Edge of dress, the SE, SEL, Limited and Sport.
2012 Ford Edge Interior
The interior is enhanced with materials that vary depending on the finish selected. Touch controls are included in place of conventional knobs and switches. The SE comes standard with cloth trimmed seats, single-zone manual air conditioning, and MyFord Touch. A 4.2-inch color LCD screen sits at the top of the center console and a 5-way controller controls system is packaged in the SE. Some highlights of the SEL, a power driver's seat, automatic temperature control, secondary audio controls and a reverse sensing system. The Limited has leather seats, heated power driver's seat and a Sony audio system with HD radio with 12 speakers placed all over. Of course the MyFord Touch is on board with two 4.2-inch color LCD screens that can be configured by the driver and an 8-inch color LCD screen on top of the center console. The Ford Sync is included with two USB ports, an SD card reader and video input jack. The Limited is finished with a reversing camera, seats that fold flat for cargo and rides on 20-inch chrome clad aluminum wheels. The fourth and final selection is the Sport trim and includes a 3.7-liter V-6 engine mated to a six-speed automatic transmission shift select. Leather seats and body-color side lower rocker molding and trim are all standard.
2012 Ford Edge Performance & Handling
The three new engines are offered for the 2012 model, a 2.0-liter EcoBoost I-4, a 3.5-liter Duratec, and a 3.7-liter Duratec engine that will be found in the Sport model (same as in the Mustang). The Edge Sport provides the ride vs. handling trade-off with the use of high-flow shock absorbers at high speeds unlike at low speeds. Using high-flow shocks keep the ride quality and an acceptable level. The rear suspension is also used on the Sport of the Flex large crossover. The SE rides on 17-inch aluminum wheels panted while Sport will run on 22-inch chrome clad aluminum wheels.
2012 Ford Edge Key Safety
The 2012 model will imitate the one and only replace a large part of the same safety levels. The airbag system uses dual-stage front airbags, front seat-mounted side airbags and curtain airbags. AdvanceTrac and Roll Stability Control the way for the security options offered by Ford. SOS Post-Crash Alert System, blind-spot mirrors, four-wheel anti-lock brakes and MyKey, a programmable key that has a maximum speed and audio volume control, even add a second layer of security. The Edge also has the option of adding a rearview camera, adaptive cruise control and Blind Spot Information System. Side air curtain technology known as Safety Canopy system is offered for the first and second rows of seats. Hill Start Assist, a tire pressure monitoring system and blind spot mirrors are all standard on the 2012 Edge.
2012 Ford Edge EPA Fuel Economy