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The new Camry takes on a more aggressive a muscular look from the front bumper and grille back to the sculpted rear end with its built in spoiler on the trunk lid.

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The 2015 Toyota Camry pricing ranges from $23,795, including the destination charge for the four-cylinder LE to $32,195 for the XSE and XLE. Hybrid pricing ranges from $27,615 for the LE to $30,805 for the XLE Hybrid.

2015 Toyota Camry By Barbara & Bill Schaffer Feature Writers

or the last 12 years the Toyota Camry has been the best-selling car in the United States and for good reason – it’s an outstanding family sedan. However, it’s never been one of our favorites because it’s always seemed a bit bland and unexciting to us – but that was the old Camry. Toyota designers realized that the Camry design needed excitement, so for 2015 to address competitors like the Nissan Altima, Chrysler 200, Volkswagen Passat, Kia Optima and Ford Fusion, the all-new 2015 Toyota Camry received a complete redesign. The result is a collection of bold new Camr y sedans. The new Camry takes on a more aggressive and muscular look from the front bumper and grille to the sculpted rear end with its built-in spoiler on the trunk lid. While not revolutionary, the new design is distinctive and a much needed move for Toyota. Sleek headlights with available LED lowand high-beams create the eyes of the new Camry face and a wide vertical bar of LED daytime running accent low and outside the broad grille area help define the new mid-size Toyota look. With the exception of the roof, the Camry is new and improved and includes more than 2,000 new parts. And unlike many manufacturers who are adding more chrome, the new Camry uses the shiny stuff sparingly. The new interior is simple, attractive and well organized, especially around the seven-inch touch screen at the top of the center stack. We’d like to see the screen a bit higher up the center stack for better sideways glance visibility, but at this level it’s easier to make the touch screen commands. Climate controls are just below the screen and use traditional knobs and buttons. Like many other cars, the new Camry has a 4.2-inch TFT screen between the tachometer and speedometer which displays a w ide range of vehicle functions and it coordinates with the multimedia system to display audio, navigation, warnings and communications. It’s a lso net worked w it h t he direct Tire Pressure Monitoring System so you can see at a glance the pressure in each tire. The interior is also more upscale than previous generations and we like that most surfaces were soft-touch materials, which give the car a richer feel.

We spent about an hour driving the 2015 Camr y at a recent press introduction in Seattle and noticed the car seems to have a st if fer body st r ucture which a l lowed engineers to var y the suspension tuning bet ween models. Our driv ing route was mostly urban and freeway, so it was difficult to get a good read on the new handling, but around town the SE model we drove felt agile and the suspension produced a smooth com for table r ide. T he most not iceable change, however, was the quieter interior Camry handling appears to be an increasingly i m p or t a nt c on s i d e r a t i on t o y ou n g e r shoppers. Toyota says 45 percent of the Camry customers have picked the sporty SE model, and on average the SE owner is about 12 years younger than the other Camry customers. For 2015, Toyota builds on the SE model adding an even sharper-handling model the XSE grade. It has more precise suspension tuning, 18-inch wheels and added luxury features. Both the SE and XSE levels have steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters that are programed for faster, sportier shifts when in the transmission’s “S” mode and “blip” the engine during downshifts to match the transmission speed. The new Camry is available in seven trim levels, including the LE, SE and XLE hybrids. Sporty versions of the gas-powered Camry are the SE and XSE, while regular models include the LE and XLE. The basic engine in the gasoline-only models is the 178-hp, 2.5-liter four-cylinder with a six-speed automatic transmission. It gets an EPA rating of 25-mpg city and 35-mpg highway. The larger 2015 Toyota Camry engine is the DOHC 268-hp 3.5-liter V-6 with a six-speed automatic transmission which produces an EPA fuel economy rating of 21/31mpg and a 5.8 second 0 to 60 mph time. Both of the engines are Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (Dual V V T-i) which controls valve timing on both the intake and exhaust ca msha f ts. T he Ca m r y is get t i ng good performance and fuel economy from this engine so they haven’t seen the need to switch to something like turbocharged four-cylinder, direct injection and automatic transmissions with seven-, eight or nine-speeds like most other manufacturers. The Camry Hybrid Synerg y Drive pairs a 2.5-liter Atkinson cycle four-cylinder engine with a small high-torque electric motor to produce a combined 200 horsepower. It uses a unique transaxle and continuously variable

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The new interior is simple, attractive and well organized, especially around the seven-inch touch screen at the top of the center stack. Climate controls are just below the screen and use traditional knobs and buttons. transmission. The combination produces a respectable 7.6-second 0 to 60 mph time and EPA estimated fuel economy of 43 mpg city, 39 mpg highway and 41 mpg combined. The 2015 Camry is offered with most of the latest electronic safety equipment including P re-Col l ision System, Adapt ive Cr u ise Control, Lane Departure Alert with Auto High Beam Lane Departure Alert, and Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross Traffic Alert. The airbag count is now 10 and includes a driver’s and front seat passenger’s knee airbag. T he X L E g rade ha s a sta nda rd Sa fet y Connect telematics system (with a one-year complementary trial subscription), which adds Automatic Collision Notification, Stolen Vehicle Location, Emergency Assistance Button (SOS), and Roadside Assistance. Entertainment in the 2015 Camry is provided by a new Entune Multimedia system which includes a display screen with access to the subscription-free App Suite. The available HD Radio system includes iTunes tagging

and SiriusX M Satellite Radio (with a 90day complimentary trial). Camry also has standard Bluetooth wireless connection, USB port and iPod integration. Top models can be ordered with a Premium HDD Navigation system with Entune and JBL GreenEdge audio system. The system includes mobile apps for Bing, iHeartRadio, MovieTickets.com, OpenTable, and Pandora, plus new apps can be added as they are developed. The 2015 Toyota Camry pricing ranges from $23,795, including the destination charge for the four-cylinder LE to $32,195 for the XSE and XLE. Hybrid pricing ranges from $27,615 for the LE to $30,805 for the XLE Hybrid. Toyota has moved beyond the era of bland with an exciting new mid-size sedan that will thrill shoppers and send the competitors scrambling. For more information on the all new Camry, visit www.toyota.com/Camry/. -- Courtesy of Auto Digest.

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The Honda CR-V is the best-selling SUV over the last decade; in fact, it's the best-selling entry-SUV of all time.

2015 Honda CR-V By Bill Schaffer Feature Writer

would guess that when most people are asked, “What was the best-selling SUV/crossover in the United States last year?” the answers would include Escape, Equinox, RAV4, Highlander or Explorer. The correct answer is Honda CR-V. Honda’s sales leadership is even more impressive when you consider that Honda doesn’t do fleet sales like most brands do.

The Honda CR-V was also the best-selling SUV over the last decade; in fact, it’s the best-selling entry-SUV of all time. That’s why the introduction of a 2015 CR-V is such a major, minor model change – Honda doesn’t want to mess with success, but they need to push ahead to maintain their leadership. It’s a conundrum. The significant exterior styling changes are in the front and rear of the 2015 Honda CR-V where the new grille treatment integrates the headlights creating a broad wing-like shape (some may say horns) with a multi-tone grille. The bumper and lower fascia have a horizontal look with more dimension and chrome. In the rear, other chrome accents and a metallic-looking inset below the bumper add to the sophisticated look.

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The 2015 CR-V pricing starts at $24,250, including the destination charge for the front-wheel drive LX and goes up to $33,600 for the new Touring trim level with all-wheel drive.

The basic shape of the 2015 Honda CR-V remains the same. A quick glance at the sides of 2014 and 2015 models looks about same, except for the wheels, which are turbine-like on the new model. Inside, the dash changes are subtle conveying further refinement with a faux stitched treatment on the dash along with a sculpted look on some other surfaces. The perforated leather seats give the interior a more tailored appearance, too. But the most noticeable change is the center console which has a sliding arm rest and a compartmentalized storage area that can be configured for personal needs. My driving partner noticed that the original-size Apple iPad fit nicely in the top of the console and worked like a top for the compartment with a small gap at the ends. I wonder if that was intentional or an interesting coincidence? Another feature that caught his attention was that the sun visors now slide to help block the sun – those that don’t are one of his pet peeves. One of the most significant changes is the Earth Dream Technology engine and transmission. The 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine now has direct-injection and as a result picks up 18 more pound-feet of torque with the same 181 horsepower. The five-speed automatic transmission has been swapped for a new Continuously Variable Transmission. Buff magazines that do testing say the new combination is about a half second quicker than the 2014 model with a 0 to 60 mph time of 8.6 seconds. The EPA says Earth Dreams Technology makes a four-mpg improvement in city driving and a three-mpg improvement on the highway and combined figures. The EPA rates the latest front-wheel drive CR-V at 27-mpg city, 34-mpg highway and 29-mpg combined. The AWD version is one mile per gallon less across the board. Honda Sensing safety system is new this year adding a suite of the latest safety technologies. Honda Sensing integrates Lane Keeping Assist System and a Collision Mitigation Braking System that will warn the driver of the impending collision with a pedestrian at speeds up to 40 mph. If a collision is unavoidable the system will brake to help avoid or lessen damage. The system also includes the first CR-V adaption of Adaptive Cruise Control.

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Inside, the dash changes are subtle conveying further refinement with a faux stitched treatment on the dash along with a sculpted look on some other surfaces. The perforated leather seats give the interior a more tailored appearance, too.

The 2015 Honda CR-V has the next-generation Advanced Compatibility Engineering frontbody structure which helps absorb frontal crashes. Honda engineers made more than 60 structural changes to stiffen the body structure and collision performance. A fourth and upper-end trim level has been added to the CR-V lineup for 2015, too. The new Touring edition steps up from the EX-L adding navigation, a new power tailgate and the new Honda Sensing suite of safety and convenience features, along with larger wheels, HomeLink remote, and projector headlights. For even better value, the mid-level EX version gets about $1,400 in added standard content including 10-way power driver’s seats, heated front seats, Honda LaneWatch, push-button start and LED daytime running lights. Honda has switched the navigation/audio system to a new seven-inch capacitive touch screen display for all models except the LX trim. It works like a smart phone or tablet – for example, you can make adjustments by swiping a finger across the screen to move the image, or pinching the screen with two fingers to reduce the map size. The same screen is used for the backup system and allows the driver to select different views – wide, normal and down. I was sorry to see that the volume knob was eliminated in favor of a toggle-type button on the unit; however, it’s easy to make audio changes and adjustments using the redundant controls on the steering wheel. It’s also possible to use the voice command system to make changes – although I admit I still find that challenging. I assume that an owner who uses the system everyday will be more adept. The 2015 CR-V pricing starts at $24,250, including the destination charge for the front-wheel drive LX and goes up to $33,600 for the new Touring trim level with all-wheel drive. When selected, all-wheel drive adds $1,250 to all models. I like the way Honda does its pricing; you buy the trim level that suits your needs and budget – you don’t buy a level and then have to add a bunch of options. I think it makes the shopping process much simpler and less stressful.

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GMC Yukon Denali By Barbara & Bill Schaffer Feature Writers

port behind the screen. It’s a perfect place to charge electronic devices and hide wallets while stowing them out of sight.

he new GMC Yu kon Dena li is a big deal – literally. At 204 inches i n leng t h, it ’s on l y a sm idgen (1.9-inches) longer than the previous model, but anything that fills a bay of our garage so completely is big, especially when the last car in that slot was a 145-inch electric car.

The GMC design team should get a gold star -- the Denali is sleeker and more aerodynamic than the previous generations. In the rear, the lightweight aluminum liftgate has a fullwidth window that can be opened separately from the lift gate. There is also a new overhead wiper that hides under the roof-level spoiler for better protection and a cleaner look.

There’s no denying that the 2015 GMC Yukon Denali is a beauty, especially inside. It’s spacious, elegantly designed and swathed w ith soft leathers, high-qua lit y plastics, aluminum and authentic Java Burl Poplar wood accents. Our Denali test vehicle was designed to carry four in luxury sedan-like comfort and three more snuggly in a third row. The Yukon can actually be configured to carry nine people when equipped with all bench seats.

Retractable running boards are a "must-have" option. With the exception of a chrome face, the illuminated full-length power-retractable assist steps fold and hide completely under the vehicle but deploy when any door opens. The step has a broad rubber surface that provides one of the best entry surfaces we’ve used on an SUV. The GMC Denali model gets a 420-hp, 6.2-liter EcoTec3 V-8 w it h a si x-speed automatic transmission. The engine produces a 0 to 60 mph time of 6.2 seconds, which is quite impressive for a vehicle that weighs nearly three tons. The four-wheel drive version has an EPA fuel economy rating of 14 mpg city, 21 mpg highway and 16 mpg combined. We actually averaged 15.3 mpg during a week of mixed driving. One of the reasons these large SUVs are so popular is their ability to pull heavy loads, and the Denali 4WD fits the job description with towing capacity of 8,100 pounds.

Cargo capacity is 15.3 cubic feet with all three rows of seating in use and can be expanded to a massive 94.7 cubic feet when the second and third rows of seat backs are folded. The Yukon is one of the last big SUVs to get optional power folding seats, but now that they are offered, they are probably the best and fastest in the business. The seats can easily be adjusted by pushing buttons at entry points located at the second row doors and at the rear liftgate opening. The GMC Denali instruments have a large custom i zable screen mou nted bet ween the chrome bezels of the tachometer and speedometer. The console area has multiple storage compa r t ment s, USB por t s a nd electrical plugs to fit the needs of those addicted to mobile electronics.

A f ter a week in t he Dena li, we’d grow n accustomed to the size, luxury, performance and technologies and hated to give it back. The new more aerodynamic design cuts vehicle noise as does the laminated windshield and front door glass. The upper level models also use an active noise cancellation system which works similar to the one used by the Bose noise canceling headsets many airline passengers use. Overall, this is one of the quietest SUVs we’ve driven.

GMC’s IntelliLink communications package uses the eight-inch touch screen at the top of the center stack. The system provides great communications, navigation, entertainment and is the forum for OnStar features; however, it seemed slow to us, acting like it had a bad case of turbo lag. Later in the model year, the systems will offer a built-in Wi-Fi hotspot for vehicle passengers’ personal digital devices. The nice thing is it will be powered by the vehicle and won’t need a smart phone link. The system will also have a selection of apps that will provide all sorts of extra useful and entertaining features.

The new Third Generation Magnetic Ride Control, which is standard on the Denali models, is fantastic. This is the same basic suspension used on some of the world’s best handling cars including the Chevy Corvette. It’s the world’s fastest-acting suspension and it’s able to deliver a more precise body motion control. It “reads” the road ever y millisecond and changes damping in just 10-15 milliseconds in shocks filled with a magneto-rheological fluid containing minute iron particles. Under the presence of magnetic charge, the iron particles align to provide a

Press a button and the screen rises above the dash providing access to the large hidden storage compartment equipped with a USB

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The GMC Denali model gets a 420-hp, 6.2-liter EcoTec3 V-8 with a six-speed automatic transmission.

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There's no denying that the 2015 GMC Yukon Denali is a beauty, especially inside. change in the damping resistance almost instantly.

that’s what OnStar is for. The OnStar system also has a new app that will allow the owner to open the car from his or her smart phone.

Because the big SUVs have been popular targets for thieves, both brands are offered w it h a sophisticated new safet y system designed to deter thefts. It has glass breakage sensors, motion detectors and a self-leveling inclination detector that sounds the alarm when someone attempts to tow or lift the vehicle. There’s also a feature that blocks access for someone breaking in using a “slimjim” unlocking device. Our first thought was how AAA would get in if we accidently locked the keys in the vehicle ... then we remembered

The 2015 full-size SUV has the latest active safety technologies like Side Blind Zone Alert, Lane Change Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Forward Collision Alert, Adaptive Cruise Control, Crash Imminent Braking, Lane Departure Warning and the Safety Alert Seat that vibrates if the system decides the driver is

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36 Months, 36,000 Mile Lease. Total of Payments $9,684. Purchase Price at Lease End $15,246. 15¢ Mileage Penalty Per Mile For Excessive Mileage. Tax, Title and Doc. Fee Included. $0 Security Deposit. $269 Due At Lease Inception. Lease program expires 2/16/2015.

Sale

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Stk. # N4646, VIN 309885, Model 12064 2 or more at this price. MSRP $17,170

KING CAB

Stk. # N5068, VIN 706628, Model 31055

PRESIDENTS’ SALE PRICE

NEW 2015 TOYOTA RAV-4 LE 4X4

15,995

MSRP $20,185

PRESIDENT’S DAY DISCOUNT

1,190

225

$ PURCHASE FOR /month at 0% This is NOT a lease!

T5322, Auto., A/C, P/W, P/L, Cruise, Backup Camera

SALE PRICE

18,995

$225 for 72 months @ 0% APR. All rebates to dealer. Sales Tax not included. Doc. and other fees included. Total of payments $16,275

2014 NISSAN

ALTIMA

36 Months, 36,000 Mile Lease. Total of Payments $9,648. Purchase Price at Lease End $18,523. 15¢ Mileage Penalty Per Mile For Excessive Mileage. Tax, Title and Doc. Fee Included. $0 Security Deposit. $268 Due At Lease Inception. Lease program expires 2/16/2015.

36 Months, 36,000 Mile Lease. Total of Payments $9,216. Purchase Price at Lease End $16,653. 15¢ Mileage Penalty Per Mile For Excessive Mileage. Tax, Title and Doc. Fee Included. $0 Security Deposit. $256 Due At Lease Inception. Lease program expires 2/16/2015.

Buy for $25,950 Or Lease For

Buy for $23,430 Or Lease For

MSRP $31,695

268

/mo

Just Bring In $268. Taxes & Fees Included!

MSRP $26,430

256

/mo

Just Bring In $256. Taxes & Fees Included!

BRAND NEW 2014 KIA RIO EX Stk# K4144, 1.6L 1-4 Cyl., Auto., A/C P/W, P/L, Tilt, Cruise, CD, MP3 MSRP $17,765 Model Code 31462

1-877-374-0282 475 WESTERN AVENUE AUGUSTA, MAINE ALL VETERANS RECEIVE ADDITIONAL SAVINGS

• 10 Year/100,000 Mile Powertrain Warranty • 5 Year/60,000 Miles Limited Basic Warranty • 5 Year, 100,000 Miles Limited Anti Perforation Warranty • 5 Year/60,000 Miles 24 Hour Roadside Service

*Sale prices include all manufacturer rebates. Must finance through Kia finance to receive Kia finance rebate.

SALE

15,765*

BRAND NEW 2015

Stk. # N5022, VIN 354226, Model 11455 2 or more at this price. MSRP $15,450

4,500 OFF Every 2014 Altima in stock!

LEASE FOR

17,995*

SALE

179/mo.

36 Months, 36,000 Mile Lease. Total of Payments $6,444. Purchase at Lease End $8,343. 15¢ mileage penalty per mile for excessive mileage. Tax, Title and Doc. Fee included. $0 Security Deposit. All Rebates to Dealer.

15 TO CHOOSE FROM

Stk# K4092, 2.0L 1-4 Cyl., Auto., A/C, P/W P/L, Tilt, Cruise, CD, MP3 MSRP $20,870 Model Code D5262

HATCHBACK

BRAND NEW 2015 KIA OPTIMA LX

Stk# K5026, 2.4L 1-4 Cyl., Auto., A/C, P/W, P/L Tilt, Cruise, CD, MP3 MSRP $22,615 Model Code 53222

SALE

18,995*

BRAND NEW 2015 KIA SORENTO LX AWD Stk# K5010, 2.4L 1-4 Cyl., Auto., A/C P/W, P/L, Tilt, Cruise, CD MSRP $27,405 Model Code 73422

SALE

23,995*

BRAND NEW 2015

MSRP $23,990

STK#5097, Auto., A/C, Tilt, Cruise, CD, MP3 MSRP $26,335

STK#J5114, 3.2L V-6 Cyl., Auto., A/C, Tilt Cruise, Navigation MSRP $34,719

JEEP® PATRIOT SPORT JEEP® CHEROKEE SPORT STK#J5005, 2.4L 1-4 Cyl., A/C, P/W 4X4 P/L, Tilt, Cruise, P/Mirrors, Auto. STK#J5011, 2.4L 1-4 Cyl., A/C, P/W Remote Keyless Entry, Tilt, Cruise, CD, MP3 MSRP $22,480

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VERSA NOTE

2.5 SL

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2 or more at this price.

2015 NISSAN

Stk. # N4424, VIN 412503, Model 13314 2 or more at this price. MSRP $31,200

Sales prices do not include College Grad or Military Rebates or discounts. Prices include documentation fee; excludes tax, title and state fees. *Up to 60 months to qualified buyers. Programs expires 2/16/15. *$16.67 owed per every $1,000 financed at 0% for 60 months. **$21.22 owed per every $1,000 financed at 0% for 48 months. $27.78 owed per every $1,000 financed at 0% for 36 months.

JEEP® WRANGLER SPORT 4X4

JEEP® CHEROKEE TRAILHAWK 4X4

465 WESTERN AVENUE AUGUSTA, MAINE

OVER THE PAST 26 YEARS, NO ONE IN MAINE HAS SOLD MORE JEEP® VEHICLES THAN CHARLIE’S!

Sale prices include all applicable manufacturers rebates including owner loyality, must take delivery from dealer stock, all leases include tax and State fees. Purchase sale prices excludes sales tax and State fees. Must present ad to receive sale prices

MOTOR MALL OF AUGUSTA OVER 115,000 VEHICLES SOLD

2014 Nissan Altima

Stock #N4438

SALE PRICE $22,995

18,995

* Includes Chrysler Capital Captive Cash

SALE

20,995

SALE

24,335

SALE

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2014 Nissan Sentra

Stock #N4179

SALE PRICE $16,599

2014 Nissan Cube

Stock #N4333

SALE PRICE $16,225

• PLUS 0% FOR 72 MONTHS! • PLUS 0% FOR 72 MONTHS! • PLUS 0% FOR 72 MONTHS! • PLUS 7 YEAR/100,000 WARRANTY! • PLUS 7 YEAR/100,000 WARRANTY! • PLUS 7 YEAR/100,000 WARRANTY! • PLUS ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE! • PLUS ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE! • PLUS ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE! *0% for 72 months for well qualified buyers with 5% cash or trade. 750 TUC Credit Score or above required. Call for details. Total amount financed: N4438 $23,567, N4179 $17,875, N4333 $17,480, N4318 $26,732, #T4094 $16,890, #T4595 $23,454. Price excludes tax and title. Includes doc. fee. 7 Year/100,000 Mile Powertrain Warranty.

*Some 0% APR programs in lieu of rebates. Sale price includes all manufacturer’s rebates and discounts. Sale prices and special discounts include all rebates. Does not include tax and title fees. Prices an

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Lewiston, Maine, Saturday, February 14, 2015

Annual

87-9486

Honda

448 Western Avenue Augusta

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BRAND NEW 2015

1-877-374-4504 www.charlieshonda.com

BRAND NEW 2015

Honda Civic LX Sedan

Stock #H5108, Model Code FB2E5FEW, 1.8L 1-4 Cyl., 5 Spd. Man. Trans., A/C, P/W, P/L, CD, MP3, Remote Keyless Entry. MSRP $19,280

Honda CRV LX AWD Stock #H5262, Model Code RM4H3XFH, 4 Cyl., Auto. A/C, P/W, P/L, Tilt, Cruise, CD, MP3 MSRP $25,450

1-888-720-1755 466 Western Avenue, Augusta Maine’s #1 Subaru Dealer! Over the past 28 years, no dealer in Maine has sold more Subarus than Charlie’s

AS LOW AS FINANCING ON

1.49% SELECTED SUBARUS

NEW YEAR’S CLEARANCE SALES EVENT

ALL NEW 2015 SUBARU IMPREZA AWD SEDAN IN STOCK NOW!

Stock #S5736, Automatic Transmission, MSRP $19,990 $ STARTING AT

18,990

OVER 20 TO CHOOSE FROM

ALL NEW 2015 SUBARU OUTBACK IN STOCK NOW!

LEASE FOR

199*/Mo.

All Taxes & Fees Included

*36 month/36,000 mile lease. Purchase at lease end for $11,568. Total of payments $7,164. $0 security deposit. To qualified buyers only. $199 due at lease signing. All taxes, title and state fees included.

BRAND NEW 2015

LEASE FOR

299*/Mo.

All Taxes & Fees Included

*36 month/36,000 mile lease. Purchase at lease end for $16,510. Total of payments $10,764. $0 security deposit. To qualified buyers only. $299 due at lease signing. All taxes, title and state fees included.

BRAND NEW 2015

Honda Odyssey LX Van Honda Pilot LX 4x4

Stock #H5107, Model Code RL5H2FEW, 6 Cyl., 7 Pass., Auto., A/C, Tilt, Cruise, Bluetooth, CD, MP3, Power Door Mirrors MSRP $29,805

Stock #IT9417. MSRP $26,086 $ STARTING AT

24,499

OVER 20 TO CHOOSE FROM

NEW 2015 SUBARU FORESTER

IN-STOCK CLEARANCE SPECIAL

3,000

$ SAVE UP TO OFF MSRP OF ANY NEW 2014 FORESTER IN STOCK

NEW 2014 SUBARU CROSSTREK

Stock #H5379, Model Code YF4H2FEW, 6 Cyl., Auto., Front Dual Zone A/C, P/W, P/L, Cruise, Tilt, Bluetooth, CD, MP3 MSRP $32,350

IN-STOCK CLEARANCE SPECIAL

3,000

$ SAVE UP TO OFF MSRP OF ANY NEW 2014 CROSSTREK IN STOCK

PRESIDENTS’ LE CLEARANCE SA 29 TO CHOOSE FROM!

LEASE FOR

349

* /Mo.

All Taxes & Fees Included

*36 month/36,000 mile lease. Purchase at lease end for $17,017.35. Total of payments $12,564. $0 security deposit. To qualified buyers only. $349 due at lease signing. All taxes, title and state fees included.

LEASE FOR

329 /Mo. *

All Taxes & Fees Included

*36 month/36,000 mile lease. Purchase at lease end for $18,116. Total of payments $11,844. $0 security deposit. To qualified buyers only. $329 due at lease signing. All taxes, title and state fees included.

** With approved credit to qualiﬁed buyers only. Purchase price excludes sales tax and state title fees. All leases include sales tax & state fees in the payment. Must present ad at time of purchase. To well qualiﬁed buyers.

PRICE MATCH PLUS

500

.00

Bring us your Subaru deal and we will BEAT IT!

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Just bring us any other Subaru Dealer’s price in writing, pick out a comparable vehicle from our inventory, and we will beat their deal by up to $500! See Salesperson for details. * Must present ad at time of purchase to receive sale price. All sale purchase prices exclude sales tax & state fees. All lease payments include state sales tax and state fees.

OVER 400 PRE-OWNED VEHICLES IN STOCK

YOUR CHOICE! ONLY $29 DOWN! GIANT USED VEHICLE SALE!

2011 DODGE AVENGER EXPRESS

2012 FORD FIESTA S SEDAN N4608A, 4 Cyl., 4 Door, A/C, Tilt Very Fuel Efficient!

PC5013A, 4 Cyl., A/C, P/W, P/L, CD, MP3

2010 SCION XD HATCHBACK T4915A, A/C, P/W, P/L Tilt, Cruise, CD, MP3 P/Mirrors

JUST

29 $ 189 $

2012 NISSAN VERSA N5029A, 4 Cyl., A/C Tilt, CD, Excellent on Gas!

DOWN

PER MONTH

2010 HONDA INSIGHT EX HATCHBACK EC4095, Auto., A/C, Tilt, Cruise, P/W, P/L, CD, MP3

2011 KIA SOUL HATCHBACK

ALL TAXES, DOC FEE AND STATE FEES INCLUDED IN PAYMENT

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2008 HONDA ACCORD SEDAN C5190A , 4 Cyl., Auto., A/C, P/W, P/L Leather

N5150A, 4 Cyl., A/C P/W, Tilt, CD

2010 TOYOTA COROLLA SEDAN H5148A, 4 Cyl., A/C, Tilt CD, MP3

*Selling price $11,499 for 2009 and newer units. 75 months @ 4.99% APR. $29 cash down. Amount financed $12,178.95. Total of payments $14,175.00. Selling price $10,499 for 2008 and older units. 66 months @ 4.29% APR. $29 cash down. Amount financed $11,123.95. Total of payments $12,474.00. To well qualified buyers only. Tax, title, state and doc fee included in the payment.

2013 HYUNDAI ACCENT GLS SEDAN

2009 SUBARU FORESTER 2.5X

J4233B, 4 Cyl., 4 Dr., A/C, P/W P/L, Cruise, Tilt

S5389A, AWD, 4 Cyl., A/C, P/W P/L, Tilt, Cruise, CD

2009 MERCURY MILAN PREMIER

S5708A, AWD, 6 Cyl. Auto., Leather, Moonroof

JUST

29 $ 199 $

DOWN

2012 KIA SOUL HATCHBACK

S5352C, 4 Cyl., P/W, Tilt, CD Telescoping Steering Wheel

PER MONTH

2009 FORD MUSTANG CONVERTIBLE J4270A2, 6 Cyl., Auto., A/C P/W, P/L, Tilt, Cruise, CD

ALL TAXES, DOC FEE AND STATE FEES INCLUDED IN PAYMENT

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2007 NISSAN SENTRA SE-R WT4081A, 4 Cyl., P/W, P/L A/C, CD

2012 DODGE AVENGER SE

N4476B, 4 Cyl., Auto., A/C, P/W, P/L, Tilt, Cruise

2011 KIA OPTIMA SEDAN K5154A, 4 Cyl., Auto., A/C, P/W P/L, Tilt, Cruise, CD

*Selling price $12,099 for 2009 and newer units. 75 months @4.99% APR. $29 cash down. Amount financed $12,811.95. Total of payments $14,925.00. Selling price $10,899 for 2008 and older units. 66 months @4.82% APR. $29 cash down. Amount financed $11,516.95. Total of payments $13,134. To well qualified buyers only. Tax, title, state and doc fee included in the payment.

*Must present advertisement at the time of purchase to receive sale prices and discounts. On select in-stock units. Tax, Title and State Fees extra. Graphics of vehicles are for illustration purposes only and may vary slightly from actual units.

SHOP ONLINE AT WWW.CHARLIESMM.COM 1-866-787-9486 Motor Mall 1-877-374-4504 Honda Location 1-866-542-0397 Toyota Location 1-888-319-8257 Chevy Location

Valid through Saturday, February 28, 2015

TOWARDS THE PURCHASE OF ANY PRE-OWNED VEHICLE SJ • Coupon non-negotiable. Coupon may be used in addition to sale prices. Must have coupon at the time of sale. Discount good until 2/28/15. Does not include Public Wholesale or As Is Vehicles. Limit one voucher per purchase. Presidents’ Sale Discount Vouchers can not be photocopied. Excludes lease specials.

nd APRs change without notice. Must present advertisement at time of sale to receive sale prices and discounts. Graphics of vehicles are for illustration purposes only and may vary slightly from actual units.

presidents day

Advertising Supplement to the Sun Journal, Lewiston, Maine, Saturday, February 14, 2015

2015.5 Volvo V60 T6 R-Design By Barbara & Bill Schaffer Feature Writers

t’s been 15 years since Ford ag reed to buy t he Volvo automot ive company and subsequently i t ’s b e e n r e s o l d t o t h e Chinese automaker Geeley. Vol v o s u r v i v e d t h r ou g h t he t ra nsit ions w it h few c h a nge s to t he pr o duc t lineup especially in recent years, but during the last year we’ve been seeing signs of a renaissance. The most sig nif ica nt cha nge ca me last yea r w it h t he i nt roduct ion of a ne w d r ivet r a i n l i neup w i t h h i g h - t e c h f o u rc y l i nder en g i ne s c a l le d Drive-E and an eight-speed autom at ic t r a n sm i s sion . Volvo s ay s t he y pla n to convert all their vehicles to four-cylinder engines in a va r iet y of con f ig u rat ions that will include the use of turbochargers, belt-driven superchargers, hybrids and diesels. We’ve driven some of Drive-E cars and thought t he fou r-c yl i nder eng i ne w it h bot h a supercha rger and turbocharger had nearly as much power as the sixcylinder cars. Following the new drivetrains was the reintroduction of the Volvo V60 wagon to the U.S. market and we recently had a chance to sa mple one of t he top models, the 2015.5 Volvo V60 T6 R-Design. In addition to the Drive-E models, the current lineup still includes inline five- and si x-cylinder turbocharged eng ines for t he a l l-wheel d r i v e v er sion s, l i k e t he V6 0 T 6 R-D e sig n mo del we tested. T h i s spor t ier model is equipped w ith a 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder turbocharged engine w ith Polesta r per forma nce sof t w a re upg r ade w h ich produces a n ent husiast ic 325-hp. A lthough not at the same per for ma nce level of t he German cars enhanced by inhouse tuners, the R-Design still accelerates quickly from 0 to 60 mph in 5.5 seconds with virtually no turbo lag when the throttle is applied. The EPA rates fuel economy for this model at 19-mpg city, 28-mpg highway and 22-mpg combined. We averaged 21.4 mpg during a week of mixed driving. C ombi ne d w it h a qu ic k shifting si x-speed

“G e a r t r o n i c ” a u t o m a t i c transmission, which can be manually shifted with the ste er i ng w he el-mou nte d padd le sh i f ter s, t he V6 0 is a joy to drive especially on the w inding mountain road s nea r ou r home i n southern Washington state. T he ha nd l i ng i s pre c i se and controlled, but not as sporty as similar competitive models we’ve tested. The new Electrica l Power Steering Assist is accurate and gives the driver good f e e d b a c k a n d i t ’s a l s o adjustable in the upper-level models. Front MacPherson st r ut a nd mu lt i l i n k rea r suspension y ield a sol id, c ont r ol le d r ide w it h no harshness and only modest body lean. New car shoppers seem to have a love or hate response to wagons – we happen to be in t he “love” colu m n. The Volvo V60 design has a dramatic coupe-like roofline that sweeps back and down to the rear liftgate. The front end has a long hood line that fol lows t he cla ssic Volvo grille w ith the traditional d iagona l ba r. T he lower section of the front end has a wide, lower air inlet accented w it h a c ont r a st i ng g r ay trim. The light pods have a single projector beam and there’s a straight bar of LED day time running lights in the lower corners of the front end optically defining the 60 series Volvo. The overall look is very dramatic. Volvo has always been one of our favorite cars for road trips because the seats are so c om for t able a nd V6 0 is reinforcing t hat option w it h its sof t leat her a nd well-bolstered design. The second-row seat back in the V60 is split 40/20/40 to extend cargo space as necessar y. Each of the three pieces easily folds to create a flat load floor and the rear-seat headrests can be folded electrica lly from a switch on the center stack . Ma x i mu m ca rgo capacity is 43.8 cubic feet. The V60 interior has a strong S c a nd i n a v i a n i n f lue nc e with simple clean lines and abundant brushed-chrome accent s. T he desig ners clustered a l l t he but tons on a si ng le center st ack panel which looks good but we discovered with all the buttons so close toget her it r e qu i r e d t a k i n g y ou r eyes of f t he road to f ind t he appropr iate but ton –

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The Volvo V60 design has a dramatic coupe-like roofline that sweeps back and down to the rear liftgate. perhaps f a m i l ia r it y w i l l make the task easier. We did like the position of the highmounted sta nda rd seveninch display screen used for the infotainment system but thought the system was a bit slow responding. S a fet y h a s a l w a y s b e en a pi n nacle of t he Volvo automotive philosophy and this latest model has all the latest technologies available. Standard on all V60s is City Sa fet y wh ich is desig ned to mitigate collisions with a veh icle a head wh i le traveling at speeds of 31 mph or less. When it determines a collision is likely, it precha rges t he bra kes or automatically brakes to avoid a rear-end collision or lessen the impact. Also standard are rain sensor wipers, Dynamic S t a b i l i t y a n d Tr a c t i o n Control, Roll Stability Control a nd C or ner i n g Tr a c t ion C ont r ol t h r ou g h Torque Vectoring. Volvo was one of the pioneers of the Blind Spot Information technology and we’ve always t hou g ht t h at s hou ld b e among the standard features, but Volvo packages it in a $ 900 package w it h Cross Traffic Alert, front and rear park alert and Lane Change Merge Aid. One other feature we think should be standard is the much needed backup camera, only available with Convenience Package option which is $1,000 to $1,500 extra depending on the model. T h e o p t i o n a l ( $ 1, 5 0 0 ) Technology Package on the T6 (standard on the Platinum trim) adds adaptive cruise, collision warning (including pedestrian and cyclist) with full auto-braking, Distance Alert, Driver Alert Control, Lane Departure Warning, active high beam and ability to read sig n i n for mat ion system that actually reads the speed limit signs.

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The front end has a long hood line that follows the classic Volvo grille with the traditional diagonal bar. The lower section of the front end has a wide lower air inlet accented with a contrasting gray trim. All the V60 models come with a standard new telematics system wh ich i ncludes a driver-activated SOS button, automat ic col l ision a ler t and GPS location tracking by emergency operators. If an airbag or seatbelt preten sioner i s deployed, a c a l l a ut om a t ic a l l y g o e s into the operators even if no one presses the button. The system also has remote engine start, trip log and nav igat ion direct ions accessibility from a cloudbased service using the car’s rooftop antenna. The system creates a Wi-Fi 3G-based Hotspot for passengers to connect their smartphones, laptops and tablets to the Internet. The ser vices can a lso be accessed f rom a smartphone using a Volvo app. T he 2015.5 Volvo V6 0 i s a v a i l a b l e i n e i g ht t r i m levels including t he fourcylinder Drive-E, Premier a nd Plat i nu m models which have base prices of $36,675; $38,575 and $42,225 respectively including the de st i n at ion ch a r ge. T he

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The V60 interior has a strong Scandinavian influence with simple clean lines and abundant brushed chrome accents. AW D t u rbocha rged f ivec y l i nder T5 v er s ion s of the same trims are $1,500 more. The two T6 R-Design AWD versions are priced at $46,075 and $49,475 for the Platinum. The Platinum T6 with all the available options can go as high as $56,395 when equipped with all the av a i la ble opt ion s w h ich include a dual-screen rear entertainment system, dual two-stage child booster seats,

19-inch wheels, heated seats and metallic paint. It’s great to see Volvo back in the ballgame with new and exciting products like the Drive-E drivetrains and the new V60 sport wagon. We’re looking forward to even more innovation in future models. -- Courtesy of Auto Digest.

Used car buying made easy By Tresa Erickson Feature Writer

ew vehicles are great, but unlike homes, they begin to depreciate in value the moment they are driven off the lot. Because of that fact, some people prefer to buy used. With a thorough inspection and detailing, used vehicles can be just as nice as new ones on the showroom floor. If the time has come for you to buy a vehicle and you’re focusing on used ones, here are some tips to make your purchase easier. Determine first what kind of vehicles you are interested in. Are you looking for a truck, SUV or car? What models appeal to you? What features appeal to you? Research and compare vehicles online. Keep in mind that the more popular the vehicle, the harder it will be to find used. Be flexible and consider similar models. Review your budget. Do you have a lot of cash on hand? Used is a great choice, particularly if you have enough to pay for the vehicle outright. If you can’t afford the whole kit and caboodle, a healthy down payment will make it easier to find a good loan. When it comes to financing, shop around. Don’t assume the dealership is your best option. It might not offer financing, and even if it does, you might not qualify for it or like the terms. A bank loan might provide you with better rates, especially if you have a good credit rating and a good down payment. Once you have an idea of what you want and can afford, you can start the shopping. Don’t leave a stone unturned in your search for a used vehicle. Check out all of the possibilities from dealerships to private parties. Browse the classified and dealership ads. Check bulletin board and online listings. Keep an eye out for sale signs on vehicles. Take a cruise through major dealership and independent car lots. Get a feel for what’s out there before you consider making any offers. When you have a list of prospects, take the time to check them out. Find out as much as you can about each possibility by obtaining a vehicle history report. This will provide you with an extensive review of the history of the vehicle, such as whether the odometer has been rolled back. Ask for a copy of the service records as well. That way, you can see how well the vehicle has been maintained. Never buy a vehicle without a few test drives. Bring along

someone who knows about vehicles and listen closely as you start up the engine. Go for a drive during the day and see how the vehicle handles. Does it run smoothly? Does it have enough room, in particular headroom and legroom? Does it feel right? You should check out the condition of the interior and exterior as well. Damage there could mean damage in the mechanics. Should you suspect there are issues, trust your instincts. More than likely, there are problems, and to be certain, you should arrange to have the vehicle inspected by a qualified mechanic. Even if everything seems fine, you might still want to have the vehicle checked out by a mechanic. If you are really concerned about getting a lemon, you might want to look into purchasing a certified used car. These typically cost more, but they have been thoroughly inspected at the dealership and often come with a warranty. When you have found a vehicle you like and are ready to make an offer, be prepared to haggle. Make a low offer, somewhere in the ballpark, to show that you are serious. Then get ready to wheel and deal. Know how much the vehicle is worth and how much you are willing to pay for it, and should you reach either limit, back out. Be patient but firm. Don’t exceed your budget or fall for other pitches like an extended warranty. If the salesperson gets

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too pushy, walk away. There are other dealerships offering quality selection and service. Insist on a contract when the price negotiations are done and take the time to review it carefully. Know what you are getting into before you sign on the dotted line. If there is repair work to be done, get it in writing. If you are buying the car outright, make sure you get the title and the previous owners have signed it. Buying a used vehicle is not a decision to rush into. Take your time, do your homework, and with any luck, there won’t be any surprises.

All signs lead to Rainbow FCU’s PRESIDENT’S DAY LOAN SALE

NEW or USED PURCHASE or REFINANCE

at risk of colliding with another vehicle. The 2015 GMC Yukon Denali pricing starts at $ 64,670, including the destination charge, for the two-wheel drive version. Four-wheel drive adds $3,000. With all the available options, the price can go to the mid-$70,000s. For a little more room the Denali XL, which is about 22- inches longer, is $2,700 more. On the other end of the spectrum, the GMC Yukon pricing starts at $47,330. GMC has put a lot of thought and planning into the new Yukon and the results are impressive. -- Courtesy of Auto Digest.

February 13th—28th 2015 We will offer a great LOW RATE on any secured consumer loan. We can refinance a loan you have with another institution, or finance something new. APPLY ONLINE at www.rainbow4u.org or make an appointment by calling 1-866-283-6216

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Advertising Supplement to the Sun Journal, Lewiston, Maine, Saturday, February 14, 2015

New 2015 Chrysler 200 Limited

New 2015 GMC Terrain SLE-1 AWD

OVER 30 200s TO CHOOSE FROM IN AUBURN!

MSRP $29,730

2.4L 4 Cylinder, 6-Speed Auto, AC, PW, PL Stk #189323

2.4L 4 Cylinder, 9 Speed Auto, Air Conditioning, Power Windows, Locks & Mirrors, Keyless Entry, Alloys, More! C541538

SAVE

5255

SALE PRICE

OFF MSRP

Must finance through Chrysler Capital to receive sale price.

New 2015 Dodge Dart SE 2.0L 4 Cylinder, Automatic, Sport Cloth Buckets, Much More! Stk #D205210

1.9 APR %

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2015 Ford-150 By Lincoln Motor Company Media Center

-150 features severa l innovative and sma r t te ch nolog ie s, including: · Class-exclusive active park a ssist: Act ive pa rk a ssist uses two ultrasonic sensors and electric power-assisted ste er i ng to help d r i ver s parallel park. The sensors measure t he gap bet ween two vehicles to determine if there is enough room for the F-150. After confirming the vehicle can fit, the truck automat ica l ly steers i nto the space, while the driver operates the accelerator and brake pedals · Class-exclusive adaptive cruise control and collision warning with brake support: Adaptive cruise control and collision warning with brake support uses radar in t he front of the truck to measure the distance and speed of vehicles ahead. Using this i n f o r m a t i o n , F-15 0 c a n automatically slow to keep a consistent following distance set by the driver. The slower speed w ill be maintained if adaptive cruise control is activated. Collision warning t r iggers v isua l a nd audio alerts if the system detects t he fol low i ng d ista nce is diminishing too quickly and a collision may occur. It also pre-charges the brakes if the driver needs to stop suddenly · Class-exclusive smart trailer tow module with Dynamic H itch A s si st : T he sm a r t tra iler tow module shows the driver which lights on a trailer connected to the truck aren’t working, so the driver or a passenger doesn’t have to exit the vehicle and walk around the trailer to discover lights are blow n. Dynamic Hitch Assist is a new rearview camera feature that adds a dynamic line based on steering wheel angle in the display to help customers line up truck and trailer without requiring a spotter or having to exit the vehicle · Class-exclusive 360-degree c a m e r a w i t h s p l i t-v i e w display: Available 360-degree c a m e r a w i t h s p l i t-v i e w display uses four exterior

cameras to give the driver a bird’s-eye v iew of up to seven feet surrounding the F-150 to assist in parking, maneuvering in tight spots and navigating narrow roads and trails at low speeds · H i g h-w a t t a g e o u t l e t s : 400-watt, 110-volt outlets in the cab allow drivers to easily charge corded tools, battery chargers or mobile devices on-site or while in transit · L ED spot l ig ht s : L ED spot l ig ht s on sidev iew mirrors prov ide powerful, durable and bright lighting around the truck exterior · Bl i nd Spot In for mat ion System w it h cross-t ra f f ic a lert: Ava ilable BLIS uses radar sensors in the taillamps to monitor areas that may not be visible to the driver. The sensors trigger a warning light in the sideview mirrors to indicate another vehicle is in a blind spot if the driver i s at tempt i ng to cha nge lanes. These same sensors can detect a vehicle coming down an aisle when the driver is slowly back ing out of a parking space

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The all-new F-150 is lighter yet stronger than ever before. And it offers a host of new features and innovations that redefine the meaning of work truck convenience.

· L a n e -k e e p i n g s y s t e m : Ava i lable la ne-keepi ng is designed to help prevent a driver from drifting outside of the intended driving lane. The system automatica lly detects the left- or right-hand road lane markings using a camera mounted bet ween the windshield and interior rearview mirror. A vibration in the steering wheel is used to alert the driver. The system ca n a lso prov ide steering torque to help g u ide t he vehicle back into the lane if needed · Lighter yet more capable: Regardless of model c on f ig u r at ion or eng i ne choice, every truck customer benef it s f rom up to 70 0 pounds of weight sav ings with the 2015 F-150; F-150 can tow up to 1,100 more pou nd s, h au l up to 5 30 more pounds, a nd br ings the highest EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of any full-size gasoline pickup on the market. When equipped with the available 2.7-liter EcoBoost® engine, the new F-150 4x2 has EPA-estimated

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The all-new F-150 comes with a rear bumper that matches the body color. fuel economy ratings of 19 mpg city, 26 mpg highway and 22 mpg combined. Actual mileage may vary “ We ’r e a l w a y s l o o k i n g to del i v er mor e for ou r customers, and this truck offers a whole new level of productiv it y by being t he toughest, smartest and most capable F-150 ever,” sa id Doug Scott, Ford Truck Group marketing manager.

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The grill has a satin finish in a three-bar style.

2015 Toyota RAV4 By Barbara & Bill Schaffer Feature Writers

om p a c t S U Vs a n d crossovers are nearly a s h o t a s A p p l e’s i P h on e 6 . Ne a r l y e v e r y manufacturer has one, and there’s one for every budget f rom t he low $ 20,000s to nea rly $100,000. A f ter 19 years in that market category, the Toyota RAV4 continually ranks as one of the top-selling models. E nt er i ng t he t h i rd y e a r of it s fou r t h-gener at ion, t he cu r rent Toyota R AV4 (which originally stood for Recreational Activity Vehicle w ith 4-wheel drive) offers bu y er s a w el l- de s ig ne d, attractive and comfortable choice. With its sharp-edge styling and aggressive rake, the RAV4 is distinctive in the crowd, but it definitely shows the Toyota family character. T he at t ract ive i nter ior is f i l le d w it h h ig h- qu a l it y materia ls. There’s elegant French stitching on the dash and soft two-color seating options in the Limited model. T hat model a lso ha s t he breathable Sof Tex material with French stitching on the seats, the center console and door panels. The SofTex has the look, feel and durability of leather, but it’s softer and has only about one percent of the volatile organic compounds that conventional synthetic leathers produce. That means less strange chemical smells and icky film on the windows. Sof Tex is designed to hold up to h ig h fa m i ly t ra f f ic with better spill and wear resista nce, plus it weighs about half as much as leather. We have a lways preferred

leat her seat s, but wou ld probably take this material over leather; however, leather is not an option on the RAV4. T he cont rols a re wel l placed and marked for good driver ergonomics and a ll t he gauges a nd da sh a re illuminated by a new, crisp blue lighting system. The multiple adjustments of the seats provide a very good and supportive driving position. Access to the cargo area is easier on the Toyota R AV4 L i m ited model t ha n k s to t he powered a nd heig htadjustable lift gate. Inside, behind the second row of seatbacks, is 38.4 cubic feet of cargo space. When the rear seat back is folded it expands to 73.4 cubic feet. The Toyota R AV4 comes in three trim levels, LE, X LE a nd L i m i t e d w i t h e a c h bu i ld i ng on t he feat u res of the previous level. As a result, the top-level Limited version we drove was loaded with features like the power lif tgate, heated seats, Entune Premium Audio with nav igation and a long list of ot her convenience a nd comfort equipment. All the Toyota RAV4 versions have a sta nda rd back-up camera, Entune multimedia system with voice activation and full connectivity through Bluetoot h, USB a nd AU X mini-jack. The RAV4 is a safety segment leader w it h feat u res l i ke eig ht a i r ba g s a nd STA R Safet y System on a ll trim levels. The Limited has an available Blind Spot Monitor s y stem w it h Re a r C r os s Traffic Alert, which uses the monitor sensors to warn the

driver audibly and visually t hat t here is cross t ra f f ic approaching. T he s t a nd a r d p ow er on all trim levels is a 176-hp, 2.5-liter four-cylinder DOHC with variable valve timing a nd direct inject ion. The eng i ne ha s Toyota’s new Sm a r t Stop Te c h nolog y, which shuts the engine down when the vehicle is stopped. The engine does an adequate job but is a little weak when f u l ly loaded or goi ng up steep hills in the mountains. Accelerating from 0 to 60 mph takes 8.7 seconds and EPA fuel economy is improved to 22-mpg city and 29-mpg highway for the four-wheel drive version and two miles per gallon better with frontwheel drive. A s i x- s p e e d a u t o m a t i c tra nsmission is sta nda rd. Front-drive models have a driver-activated Automatic L i m ited Sl ip d i f ferent ia l t hat directs power across the front axle and unlike a traditional traction control, allows a slight slippage to m a i nt a i n moment u m i n adverse conditions. All-wheel drive (a $1,400 option on all trim levels) is a system that constantly monitors driver act ions a nd t ra nsfers t he power to the tires with the best traction. Pricing for the 2015 Toyota R AV4 s t a r t s a t $ 2 4, 5 6 5, including t he dest inat ion charge, for the front-drive LE and goes as high as $32,245 for the AW D Limited w ith t he opt ion a l Bl i nd Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Tr a f f ic A ler t ( $ 725) a nd E n t u n e™ P r e m i u m J BL Audio with Navigation ($785) .

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The Toyota RAV4 continually ranks as one of the top selling models.

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With its sharp-edge styling and aggressive rake, the RAV4 is distinctive in the crowd, but it definitely shows the Toyota family character. T h e R AV4 l o o k s g r e a t and shows a high level of soph i st ic at ion. T he on ly criticism we would have is -- it could use a little more power. For the average owner it will be perfect, but for a more aggressive driver, or someone who lives at higher elevations, or carries a lot of passengers or cargo, it might feel a bit underpowered. Maybe the next generation w ill have turbocharging or perhaps a diesel for the U.S. market. -- Courtesy of Auto Digest.

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The controls are well placed and marked for good driver ergonomics and all the gauges and dash are illuminated by a new crisp blue lighting system.

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Advertising Supplement to the Sun Journal, Lewiston, Maine, Saturday, February 14, 2015

2015 Dodge Challenger By Barbara & Bill Schaffer Feature Writers

he a rriva l of t he new 2015 Dodge Challenger goes a long way toward prov ing Tim Kunisk is’s point t hat “Dodge is becoming a performance brand.” Kuniskis, the president and CEO of Dodge and SRT, made that comment while introducing the new Dodge Challenger to a group of automotive journalists in Portland, Oregon. The “performance” claim is backed by a gathering of engines, platform architecture and interior appointments that combine to create the 2015 Dodge Challenger, which is one of the most exciting new muscle cars in automotive history. Da ng ling t he idea of a 707-horsepower Hellcat engine in front of anyone who knows anything about cars will make them sit up and take notice or at least make their right foot twitch. Of course, few will actually spend the $60,000 plus to put a Hellcat in their garage, but when you look down the list of other available engines, there is a lot of other horsepower to be excited about. The new Challenger actually has a model for nearly every budget. There are 10 models from the SXT through the R/T variations, the Scat Packs, the SRTs and of course the star of the line, the SRT Hellcat. Base prices run from as low as $27,990, including the destination charge, for the SRT to $38,490 for a 6.4-liter Scat Pack to as high as $60,990 for the SRT Hellcat. And to make the prices even more appealing, Dodge officials say the 2015 base model Challenger has nearly $4,000 in added content over the 2014 model. The Challenger’s design closely emulates t he origina l 1971 Cha llenger model but with a smoother, more tailored look, a more aggressive front fascia and larger power-bulge (aluminum) hood. Quad projector headlights w ith LED halo rings that peek out from under a more pronounced brow to give it a distinctive daytime signature. Hellcat models also have extra air extractors on the hood and ram-air intakes through the driver-side parking lamp. The interiors are appointed with more upscale features and higher-quality materials than previously seen in Challenger models. All the cars have a high level of standard features and each model up the price ladder obviously gets more. Mid- and upper-level models have additional available equipment packages too, adding popular new technologies like parking aids, blind-spot monitoring, Rear Cross Path detection, remote start, rain sensitive wipers, automatic cruise control and Forward Collision Warning.

The Challenger has the available Dodge Uconnect and navigation system with the 8.4-inch touch screen. This system has become one of our favorites in the industry. T he touch-screen icons a re la rge, wel l organized and Hellcat fast -- when you touch an icon it reacts instantly, not like some systems that seem to think about it first. The SRT models have standard performance pages built into the Uconnect system. The screens provide drivers with performance st at ist ic i nclud i ng dy na m ic ha nd l i ng , braking, engine horsepower, engine torque and acceleration. The information can then be saved to a USB memory stick or uploaded online to the Mopar Owners Connect page where it can be shared with others. Many of the functions can be controlled by voice commands making it easier to time runs. The pages, which are available on all models, also allow the driver to configure steering effort, engine and transmission response, launch control and some other driving functions. The Challenger interior holds four adults or a snug five, but like most coupes, however, rear seat access requires extra coordination and flexibility. The trunk on the other hand seems massive for a car in this class with 16.2 cubic feet of cargo space making it larger than many sedans. Most of the public interest is in the super powerful Hellcat model, which is billed as the “most powerful muscle car ever," but we were impressed by all the engines, even the base model with its 305-hp 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine. It’s quick, making a 0 to 60 mph run in only 6.0 seconds. Combined with the new standard new TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission and paddle shifters, the car was great fun to drive and it’s expected to get up to 30 miles per gallon on the highway. We sampled all the available engine choices including the 375-hp 5.7-liter Hemi V-8, the new 485-hp 6.4-liter Hemi V-8 and the new 707-hp supercha rged 6.2-liter Hemi V-8 Hellcat. The Performance levels of the V-8 engines were especially impressive with 0 to 60 mph times of 5.5-seconds, 4.1-seconds and in the mid to high 3 second range respectively. The Hellcat has one very interesting feature that allows the owner to maintain more control over the stable. Start the car with the black key fob and the engine output is limited to 500 horsepower. Start the car using the red key fob and the driver has access to the whole herd – 707 hp. Other notable Hellcat numbers included a quarter-mile time of 11.2 seconds and 125 mph. (With drag radial tires it has a NHRAcertified time of 10.8 seconds. To put that number in perspective, that is the same quarter mile time as a Porsche 911 Turbo.)

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Dodge Challenger Chrysler says the top speed is limited to 199 mph, but unofficially we heard it will do 207 mph. We like speed, but those numbers are scary. Journa lists had a chance to sample t he straight-line quarter-mile acceleration at the Portland International Raceway and mostly what we saw was a lot of tire smoke when hot dog drivers or inexperienced drag racers tried to accelerate too fast. The new eight-speed TorqueFlite automatic transmission (which is developed with ZF) is standard on the V-6 models, while all the V-8s come with a standard six-speed manual with a heavy-duty version of the eight-speed automatic as an option. The manual has a fuel-saving function with a fuel-saving 1-4 skip-shift sequence. Driving on the twisty roads through the Columbia River Gorge, we sampled the V-6 and the 5.7-liter Hemi models and thought the handling was good, but there was some body lean and they felt a little bulky on the narrow roads. One of the available packages easily flattens the handling as we discovered on the track. We thought the new electric steering system was precise and communicative. Later in the day at the Portland International Raceway we had a chance to drive the car on the 1.967-mile road course. We always appreciate when a manufacturer arranges for track time for the high performance cars – otherwise, it’s difficult to get a full appreciation for the car. Driving several different Challengers on the track confirmed excellent handling and brakes especially on the SRT models that were equipped with the legendary Brembo brake system. In addition to driving on the track, we both took a ride with a much more experience driver to check out the full potential of the Hellcat model. Barb rode with a professional race driver in the Hellcat with the automatic

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Dodge Challenger transmission and Bill rode with the chief Challenger development engineer driving a manual transmission and the cars played fol low t he leader for severa l laps. T he engineer, who had spent hundreds of hours driving the Challenger at speed, was fast, smoothly drifting the corners and getting excellent times. Interestingly, on the straight stretches the race driver actually pulled away from the manual transmission car because the automatic transmission shifted so much faster than the engineer was able to shift the manual transmission car. The engineer admitted, if he were buying the Hellcat, he would buy the automatic. Unt i l s ome one e l s e c ome s out w it h something better, any discussion of muscle or performance cars should start with the 2015 Dodge Challenger. Buy ing a performance car is a complex process of selecting the features that best suit the driver’s style and personality. The 2015 Dodge Challenger can be custom tailored to an amazing degree and at a wide range of prices. Learn more about this amazing car at http://w w w.dodge.com/en/reveal/ challenger/. -- Courtesy of Auto Digest.

2015 Subaru BRZ By Barbara & Bill Schaffer

Feature Writers

i rst i nt roduced i n 2013, t he BR Z ta kes Suba r u to a new relat ively u npopu lated a r e a of t he a ut om ot i v e business, the entry-level end of the purist-performance sports ca r segment. A f ter t wo successf u l yea r s on t he market, t he 2015 BR Z remains mostly unchanged f rom t he or ig i na l except for some additions to t he Infotainment system. Wit h its rea r-wheel dr ive configuration, the BRZ is a departure for Subaru which converted their entire lineup to a ll-wheel-drive cars in 1996. It’s also a new type of car for Subaru, a sports car. It i s powered by a 20 0 h p v e r s i on o f S u b a r u’s famous Boxer engine that has hori zonta l ly opposed c y l i nder s i n stead of t he conventional in-line vertical configuration used by most four cylinder engines. With t his eng ine mounted low in the chassis, it keeps the vehicle’s center of grav it y lower for better balance and handling. Subaru engineers have also taken great pains to keep the vehicle weight to a low 2,762 pounds which a l s o c ont r i but e s t o t he c a r ’s exc el lent ha nd l i ng characteristics. The four-cylinder 2.0-liter Boxer eng i ne ha s a dua l overhead cam with a unique direct inject ion a nd por t inject ion technolog y t hat enables the engine to run at a very high 12.5:1 compression ratio to achieve a maximum ef f ic ienc y, e spe c ia l l y i n l ig ht- a nd me d iu m-load conditions. The engine uses a Dual Active Valve Control System to produce a broad ra nge of torque across a broad curve to give it better response in everyday driving. The high 7,400 rpm red line and torque curve allows the driver a wide range of power.

T he s t a nd a r d s i x-s p e e d m a nu a l t r a n sm i s sion i s designed with close ratios between the first five speeds to help maintain the revs for better control in corners. The sixth gear is an overdrive for better cruising efficiency. The clutch has a light smooth feel and the shifter is smooth and precise without being notchy.

sports car long hood, with short overhangs front and rear. It uses high intensity discharge headlights and has a large hexagonal grille area.

A n ava i lable si x speed a u t om a t i c t r a n s m i s s i on ($1,100) with steering wheelmou nted padd le sh i f ters maintains the sports car feel and can be adjusted from a console-mounted switch for firmer automatic shifts. The driver can also switch the shifter to a manual mode with direct control using the shifter or the paddle shifters.

The interior has a simple functional design with large but tons, a nd wel l-placed cont rols. T he nav igat ion system uses a 6.1-inch touch screen mounted high in the center stack making it easy to read without having to look too far away from the road. The large center-mounted tachometer ha s a d ig ita l speedometer readout in its face making it easier to see speed and RPMs instantly. We also appreciate the large dead pedal for the driver’s left foot. The seats are highly bolstered for extra support during more spirited driving or at the track. Rear seats are only for emergencies or smaller children. They will hold two properly installed forward-facing child seats.

The BRZ is equipped with a To r s e n l i m i t e d - s l i p d i f ferent ia l w h ich helps the inside wheel maintain traction during cornering. For track driving the Vehicle Stabi lit y Cont rol has f ive different settings allowing the driver to select a level of control or to completely switch the system off for track driving.

The cargo area is a tight 6.9 cubic feet of space, but that can be expanded by folding dow n the rear seat backs, and then there is room for a couple of sets of golf clubs.

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2015 Subaru BRZ T he 2015 Suba r u BR Z i s ava i lable i n t wo wel lequipped models, t he Premium model and Limited. The Premium is priced at $26,490, with the destination charge, and includes a sportstuned suspension with front st r ut brace a nd TORSEN l i m ited-sl ip d i f ferent ia l. On the inside the Premium includes the infotainment s y stem w it h nav igat ion, voice controls, HD Radio, Bluetooth, Sirius XM satellite rad io a nd ma ny ot her e nt e r t a i n me nt f e a t u r e s . The Limited model is priced at $28,490 and adds to the Premium features Alcantara

a nd leat her trimmed upholstery, a rear spoiler and keyless entry/start.

other options available for the BRZ. We had a chance to compare the 2015 Subaru BRZ back to back with the icon of the categor y, the Mazda MX-5 Miata. The BRZ is an equal to t he Miata w it h similar handling and performance attributes. It’s a fun car to drive and every bit the pure sports car that you can feel com for t able i n ever yday driving, but it could easily be used weekends on the track.

Our test car was the Series Blue Edit ion (lim ited t o 1, 0 0 0 ) w h i c h a d d e d aerodynamic enhancements, STI black finish alloy wheels, red-painted brake calipers, exclusive interior trim and a choice of WR Blue Pearl or Cr ysta l W hite Pearl paint for a n add it iona l $1,795. (We believe the Series Blue Edition is already sold out, however.) Ot her t ha n t he a u t om a t i c t r a n s m i s s i on and a few aftermarket type accessor ies, t here a re no

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The manua l transmission c a r s h a v e a n E PA f u e l economy rating of 22 mpg cit y, 30 mpg highway and 2 5 m p g c om bi ne d . T he automatic does even better with a 25/34/28 mpg rating. Our manua l transmission test car averaged 24.7 mpg in mixed enthusiastic driving.

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2015 Nissan GT-R By Bill Schaffer Feature Writer

Purely by the numbers, the Nissan GT-R Black model I drove recently is the fastest car I’ve ever driven. I have not driven the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 or the Porsche Turbo S – both are faster, but only by the blink of an eye or two. G et t i ng r ig ht to t he nu mber s, w h ich incidentally, are compilations of the numbers provided by the big-name buff magazines. I certainly don’t have the facilities, equipment or guts to run those tests on Washington’s Hwy 14; besides my wife, Barbara, would have a "turbocharged fit" if I tried. According to the buff magazine testing the Nissan GT-R accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 2.7 seconds, to 100 mph in 7.1 seconds and the quarter-mile acceleration takes 11.2 seconds at a speed of 125 mph. It has a 193-mph top speed. It also stops from 60 mph in 116 feet and pulls 1.02 G on the skidpad. Now we can get down to the car. Perhaps the weak link in the Nissan GT-R is styling. The Nissan 370Z is better looking. The GT-R is attractive, but it’s not the kind of car that says “WOW” unless you know what it is and what it is capable of. My wife Barbara and I did, however, see several “thumbs up” and one guy hanging out of the window of a car on the freeway trying to get a better look at it. There are rumors the next GT-R will be more dramatic and that would probably help the appeal. An offspring of the legendary Nissan Skyline GT-R, which dominated performance cars in Japan in the early 1970s and early 2000s, the Nissan GT-R doesn’t scream “super car,” but has a distinctive look that seems to produce more of a questioning look, especially when someone sees the Nissan logo on the rear deck lid. The full-flavored sound of the quad exhaust outlets adds to the mystery. With worldwide production numbers running well under 2,000 a year, it’s not a car you’ll see very often. We qu ick ly d iscovered one of t he f irst adjustments we should make when starting out was to f lip the suspension switch from the normal (default) setting to the comfort setting. There is a definite lack of spring in the step of the GT-R on the two firmer settings. Driving briskly on a curvy highway felt like

what I imagine it must be like to be an expert skier carving turns in a steep virgin snowfield -- like the ones you see in the movies. Helping keep the GT-R grounded are some massive 20-inch tires; however, the tires produce a significant amount of road noise. Plus all that rubber on the road is prone to a bit of lateral movement when driven over those w ide groves created by all the studded snow tires that are used for winter driving in our area. Under the long hood of the Nissan GT-R is a 3.8-liter V-6 engine outfitted with twin turbochargers that boost the horsepower total to 545, and the torque to 463-lb.ft. That’s amazing horsepower for a V-6 engine. The engine drives all four wheels through a super-fast shifting six-speed dual-clutch transmission. For extra control it has racingstyle paddle shifters mounted on the steering column, not on the steering wheel.

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The Nissan GT-R accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 2.7 seconds, to 100 mph in 7.1 seconds and the quarter-mile acceleration takes 11.2 seconds at a speed of 125 mph. It has a 193 mph top speed.

Suppor t i ng t h is rema rkable d r ivet ra i n are massive Brembo brakes, Rays 20-inch f or ge d a lu m i nu m w he e l s , a Bl i s t e i n Damptronic Shock absorber system and it’s all choreographed by the Driver Configurable Tra nsm ission, Suspension a nd Veh icle Dynamic Controls, which allow the driver to “tune” the GT-R to his or her driving style. We’ve driven other cars that during a brief i nterlude of foot-ma shed-to-t he-f looracceleration will make the skin on your face pull back like a plastic surgeon demonstrating what he/she could do for you. However, we’ve never had that happen after doing the “mashing” at 60 mph – Okay, I did push it a little, a couple of times. A downside of driving this luxury race car, in addition to the less than smooth ride, is the strange sounds it makes from time to time while sitting at stop lights. In another car we might assume something was amiss, however, we were assured all the sounds were normal, and a part of partaking in the car’s amazing performance. I originally had a chance to drive the GT-R on a racetrack in Portugal when it first came out and it was something of a beast – not only fast, but a bit rough around the edges and very much like a racecar. The 2015 Black version I drove recently is much more sophisticated and had attractive red and black leather Recaro seats with deeply bolstered heated seats. The interior, which includes room for four if the rear seat occupants are wee ones

With worldwide production numbers running well under 2,000 a year, it's not a car you'll see very often. who don’t have legs long enough to hang over a seat. The front seats are sophisticated looking and very comfortable. Standard equipment on the GT-R includes Bose audio, Nissan hard-drive navigation with seven-inch screen, push-button ignition and HomeLink. It even has a cruise control and drink holders, which are often deleted from performance cars -- cited as being frivolous. A neat “toy” is displayed in the navigation screen of the GT-R. Simply push one of the buttons and twist a dial to the left of the screen just a finger away from the 2 o’clock position of the leather-clad steering wheel and the driver can cycle through 11 customizable pages of displays providing numerical and graphic displays of everything you could possibly want to know about the way the GT-R is performing -- from the temperature of the transmission oil to how fast it is braking or

accelerating or how many degrees of turn or the number of G’s you pulled in the last corner. The 2014 Nissan GT-R is not the kind of car we would want for ourselves, however we found it surprisingly easy and comfortable to drive. In addition, the fuel economy wasn’t bad for a car of this caliber. The EPA rates it at 16-mpg city, 23-mpg highway and 19 combined. We actually averaged 19.1 mpg, even with a few hard “mashes” on the accelerator. For someone serious about performance, or who has longed to own a “supercar,” the 2015 Nissan GT-R is the best value on the market. There are three trim levels of the 2015 Nissan GT-R: Premium, Black Edition and the Nismo with base prices of $103,365, $113,105 and $151,585 respectively. By the way, the limited availability Nismo has 600-hp. -- Courtesy of Auto Digest.

2015 Acura TLX By Barbara & Bill Schaffer eature Writers Just like we have certain foods t hat we consider to be comfort foods, there are some cars that fall into a similar category with us -- let’s call them “cozy cars” for lack of a better name. One of the vehicles we’ve often considered to be a “cozy car” is the Acura TL because it’s user friendly, and comfortable to drive and ride in. We always know what to expect when we drive a TL and it doesn’t require reading the owner manual to figure out how something works. For 2015, the TL has changed – it’s smaller and the name has been changed to TLX. Actually it does the heavy duty assignment of replacing two cars, the TL and the smaller TSX. The goal was to have a car that better fit the gap between the smaller ILX and the f lagship RDX. By the yardstick, the TLX is about fourinches shorter and one-inch narrower than the TL, but the wheelbase is the same. It is also nearly five-inches longer and one-inch wider than the TSX. So, it is about the same size as targeted luxury competitors like the BMW 3 Series, Mercedes C-Class, Audi A4 and Lexus IS. From a st y l i ng st a ndpoi nt t he Ac u r a signature Jewel Eye LED headlights, which first appeared on the latest Acura MDX, steal the show producing not only one of the most st ylish headlight treatments in the auto industry, but they also provide a long, bright look down the road at night. The entire front fascia has a clean new aerodynamic treatment with smaller grille area topped by Acura’s signature metallic “wing.” The sides have interesting new character lines that give the car the look of forward motion. The rear end has a short deck, large wrap-around taillights with a long three-dimensional LED pipe light and a clean horizontal look that makes the car look wider. The TL X interior is filled with luxurious appointments, soft touch surfaces, supportive seats and well thought-out controls. To make the occupants stay even more cozy and safe, it’s loaded with the latest technologies and an audiophile-quality entertainment system. The center stack has a simple control system for inter-vehicle functions. It uses a two screen system w ith an upper eight-inch screen to provide data for the Navigation system, features like AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and the backup camera. The screen is controlled by a large control knob mounted just below the lower touch screen. The lower screen is a seven-inch touch screen used to control the climate, audio and other vehicle functions. The optional Tech Package has Advanced Compatibility Engineering (Ace) and the new AcuraWatch system. This is one of the most advanced suites of driver aids we’ve seen. It encompasses Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow, Collision Mit igat ion Braking, Forward Collision Control, Lane Depa r t u re Wa r n i ng, La ne Keep A ssist,

Road Depa r ture Mit igat ion, Blind Spot Information, Multi-View Rear Camera with Dynamic Guidelines and Rear Cross Traffic Monitor. The traditiona l shifter on V-6 models is replaced by the advanced Electronic Gear Selector. It uses an instinctive push-button system to make the initial drive commands P-R-N-D and the steering wheel mounted paddle shifters to manually shift. The console also houses an electronic parking brake with an Automatic Brake Hold button which retains brake pressure when the vehicle is stopped – this gives the driver better control on hills and in heavy stop-and-go traffic. The “Per forma nce” element of t he new TL X is cemented w it h t wo signif icant ly updated engine choices, but the big news is transmissions. Acura has been slow entering the “gear wars” but the new eight- and ninespeed automatics make a major leap forward. Both new transmissions are impressive, and they make a significant difference in performance and fuel economy. The base engine is a 2.4-liter DOHC i-VTEC w it h d i r e c t i nje c t ion pr o duc i n g 2 0 6 horsepower and 182 lb.-ft. of torque. On paper the naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine doesn’t excite, but on the road, it is a “gem” with strong acceleration and a smooth, spirited character. Teamed with the world’s first eight-speed double clutch automatic transmission w it h a torque converter it seemed to have the perfect gear ratios to provide a combination of performance and excellent fuel economy – 24 mpg city, 35 mpg highway and 28 mpg combines. The shifts are quick, smooth and positive, and we appreciated the standard steering wheel mounted shift paddles. Buff magazines list a 0 to 60 mph acceleration time of 6.8 seconds for the four-cylinder. A 3.5-liter direct injection SOHC V-6 engine powers t he t wo upper level Acura TL X models. The engine has a Variable Cylinder Management System which deactivates three cylinders during light load driving and it has an idle stop system that shuts the engine off at stop lights and other pauses. The 24-valve engine produces 290 horsepower and is mated with the new Acura nine-speed automatic transmission – and what a difference 10 horsepower (over the previous TL engine) and 50 percent more gears make. The extra gear ratios allowed the engineers to tune the drive train for better acceleration using lower ratios in the bottom of the range and higher ratios, for better fuel economy in the top of the range. The result is a significant improvement in fuel economy to 21/34/25 mpg for the front drive and 21/31/25 mpg for the SH-AWD. The V-6 model will accelerate to 60 mph in about six seconds. All three TLX models have very good handling characteristics. The front drive models are equipped with Precision All-Wheel Steering (P-AWS) which improves handling agility. For example, in a parking lot by turning the

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The 2015 Acura TLX 2.4L is priced at $31,890, including the destination charge, that makes it one of the best entry luxury vehicle values available.

The Acura TLX is available in three models, the 2.4L, 3.5L and 3.5L SH-AWD. rear wheels the opposite direction and at higher speeds by turning the rear wheels the same direction as the front wheels for better stability. The SH-AWD all-wheel drive system is all new and a much smaller unit than the original. It is also more refined for 2015 and building on the torque vectoring technology Acura pioneered. A not her i nterest i ng tech nolog y on a l l models is the Integrated Dynamic System (IDS) which is controlled by a button on the console. Cycling the button through four positions allows the driver to dramatically change the complexion of the cars handling and powertrain setting for better economy, or sportier driving. The Acura TLX is available in three models, the 2.4L, 3.5L and 3.5L SH-AWD. Each model is also available with the Tech Package which adds Navigation with 3D View, Rain Sensing Wipers, ELS premium audio, GPS-Linked Climate Control and Sport Perforated Milano Leather seats in addition to all the features of the AcuraLink and Acura Watch. The V-6 models are also available with an Advance package that adds more convenience and technology features in addition to the tech package. The 2015 Acura TLX 2.4L is priced at $31,890, including the destination charge, – that makes it one of the best entry luxury vehicle values available. The TLX 3.5L is priced $36,115. The Tech package adds $4,300 to both FWD models. The TLX 3.5L SH-AWD comes with

An interesting technology on all models is the Integrated Dynamic System which is controlled by a button on the console. Cycling the button through four positions allows the driver to dramatically change the complexion of the cars handling and powertrain setting for better economy, or sportier driving. the Tech package and is priced at $42,345 and the Advance Package adds $3,250 making the highest priced TLX $45,595. -- Courtesy of Auto Digest.

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