| by Marty Padgett | |
(2006-04-10) |
2006 Detroit Auto Show Index by TCC Team (1/7/2006)
TheCarConnection's Index of Car Shows by TCC Team (3/20/2006)
Audi TT
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2007 Audi TT - front | Preview: 2007 Audi TT Coupe (4/6/06)
A sneak peek before the preview.
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Nissan Plans
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Jeep Wrangler Four-Door At NY In April
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The eagerly anticipated four-door version of the new Jeep Wrangler will make its world debut at the New York Auto Show in April. Like its standard two-door sibling, the new model will be powered by a 3.8-liter gasoline engine, plus an all-new 2.8-liter diesel for
Preview: 2007 Jeep Wrangler (1/9/2006)
Squared off, powered up, and ready to rocks.
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Saturn Names Crossover Outlook
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The repositioning of the Saturn brand will continue in New York as GM adds a new eight-passenger crossover vehicle, which will be called the Outlook. The Outlook, like the upcoming Aura mid-size sedan, will be a 2007 model.
Spy Shots: '07 Saturn Crossover by Brenda Priddy (7/25/2005)
Mary had a little Lambda.
GM Planning Lots More Crossovers by Joseph Szczesny (10/31/2005)
New Acadia, Outlook, and Enclave just part of the onslaught.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
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DaimlerChrysler is about to give a facelift to the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, which has been on the market since 2003. The new version is due for launch at the New York auto show.
These photos show both a station wagon and a sedan prototype in full showroom trim during the shooting of a commercial. The restyling includes new headlights and taillights, front grille, and a revised front bumper with new fog lights.
The engine lineup for the revamped E-Class will be even more significant than the styling changes. The 5.5-liter V-8 fitted to the recently revised SL will replace the old 5.0-liter. The E350 also will benefit from a small increase in power.
Spy Shots: '07 Mercedes-Benz E-Class by Hans Lehmann/Hidden Image (3/13/2006)
Smoothed over and powered up for its golden years.
Lexus LS600h
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Lexus is determined to outdo its German rivals - that much became apparent at the world launch of the LS at this year's Detroit show. The new 203-inch long-wheelbase LS gets a raft of tech equipment and a 380-hp V-8. But to New York audiences, it's the hybrid model that will be on world-first display. Toyota promises the hybrid version will be "the ultimate Lexus." Count on an appearance by Andy Roddick or another collateral celebrity.
MORE PHOTOS: 2007 Lexus LS460L
Acura RDX
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Acura revealed the production prototype version of its RDX performance-oriented crossover SUV in Detroit, and a production version is due at New York. The RDX is said to combine sports-car handling with serious performance from a new 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine - Honda's first turbocharged engine for North America and Acura's first ever. Aided by the turbocharger and an i-VTEC system, the powerful engine turns out 240 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque, running through the automaker's
The raked-back stance, dual exhaust tips, HID headlamps, and big 19-inch wheels give the compact crossover an aggressive and elegant appearance. The interior has seating for five, with fold-down rear seats and a cockpit theme for the front, along with a deep center console that allows laptop computer storage. The RDX also features a navigation system with voice recognition, real-time traffic alerts, and a hands-free phone link. There's also a DVD audio system for entertainment. Front, side, and curtain airbags are standard, and the system is aided by rollover sensors.
Scion Coupe Concept
Toyota
Spy Shots: 2008 Scion xB by TCC Team (2/20/2006)
Bigger and boxier?
Scion's tC Release Series 2.0 Coming to N.Y., Too
Scion's latest Release Series 2.0 will show off its goods at the New York show, too - but this time the special edition is based on the brand's two-door tC coupe. On sale in mid-April, the tC 2.0 gets Blue Blitz paint, 17-inch wheels, side and curtain airbags, and a new stainless-steel grille. A Pioneer sound system is outfitted, too, and comes with three months of standard XM service, along with an iPod jack. Scion says only 2600 copies will be built, to be sold for $18,260 each.
Suzuki XL7
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These are the first pictures of the newest Suzuki XL7 a crossover ute larger than the Grand Vitara and the outgoing XL7, due at the New York show. Due in the 2007 model year, the new ute will offer three rows of seating and a V-6 engine, likely a version of the 3.4-liter V-6 that powers the other SUVs based on the same Theta architecture - the Pontiac Torrent and Chevy Equinox. Although close to the Chevrolet and Pontiac variants, the Suzuki seems to be a bit longer, making it the largest SUV that Suzuki has to offer. Also, notice the upgraded interior in these pictures, including a touch of wood trim. Production will be at the CAMI plant in Ontario, alongside the Equinox and Torrent. The still-unnamed Suzuki will be in dealerships sometime next fall.
Spy Shots: 2007 Suzuki SUV by Brenda Priddy (11/14/2005)
Theta's the next letter in the Suzuki alphabet.
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New York Show Gets G6 GXP
Acura Bringing MDX Concept to
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2007 Acura MDX concept | 2006 New York Auto Show Preview by Marty Padgett (3/27/2006)
For the capital of the world, some global introductions.
Chrysler Adds Long-Wheelbase 300
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2007 Chrysler 300 Long Wheelbase |
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