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Posted on June 15, 2005 at 4:01 pm by Jeff
The New Mercedes Benz E320 CDI Now the World’s Most Successful Luxury Car Line
By Jenny McLane
Equipped with the latest innovative diesel technology, the E320 CDI has 201 hp and 369 lb-ft. of torque, enough to propel the car to 100 km/h on the test track in just 7.0 seconds. Good performance, low exhaust emissions, great fuel economy and low noise levels this latest generation of electronically injected CDI engines is changing consumers’ dated perceptions about diesel engines.
Like all diesels, the E320 CDI gets great fuel mileage and has increased cruising range over a comparable gasoline-powered car. What’s more important, the E320 CDI will do that without sacrificing performance. The E320 CDI gets 8.9/5.9 l/100km for city and highway driving, respectively, while virtually equaling the acceleration of the gasoline V6. Thanks to its CDI electronic fuel injection, even the usual diesel engine sound is muted. From inside the vehicle at idle, the E320 CDI registers just 44 decibels. For comparison: An average doorbell produces about 75 decibels.
The double-wishbone of the E320 CDI front suspension is similar to that of the S-Class, and its patented five-link rear suspension provides unparalleled wheel motion control.
The E320 CDI comes standard with four-zone climate control that allows different temperature settings for the rear outboard passengers as well as the driver and front passenger. A long list of standard equipment include power tilt and telescoping steering wheel, power windows with one-touch up/down operation and auto-dimming mirrors. A power flip-down panel in the centre console opens to reveal extra storage space or the optional six-disc CD changer.
The standard COMAND display, which can be fitted with an optional DVD-based navigation system, also includes a nine-speaker audio system with surround sound. An optional harman/kardon LOGIC7 system takes high performance audio to a new level with seven-channel digital surround sound, 420 Watts of total output and 12 high-end speakers.
Several options are: The Keyless Go system, which allows the driver to unlock the car simply by touching the door handle, and to start the car by touching the gearshift knob. The Parktronic parking assistance system uses ultrasound waves to detect obstacles in front of or behind the car, and warns the driver of detected objects
Mercedes-Benz’ pioneering role in modern diesel engine development is likely to play a key role in the company’s future products that could include hybrids, advanced piston engines and fuel cells.
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Posted on May 23, 2005 at 8:07 am by Jeff
2005 Honda Odyssey: Honda Factory Replacement Parts at Partstrain for High Power
By Jenny McLane
The 2005 Honda Odyssey has high power with efficiency, economy and lower emissions. For better mileage, three cylinders shut down at cruising speeds. Electronic liquid-filled engine mounts mask vibrations during the transition, and a noise-canceling frequency broadcast through the sound system minimizes audible evidence.
The Odyssey’s highly adaptable interior includes a stowable 2nd-row Plus One Seat™ that allows seating for eight (EX), and one-motion 60/40-split 3rd-row Magic Seat® that makes cargo loading even easier. You can even entertain passengers with the Honda DVD Entertainment System with remote control, 9” screen, and personal surround sound headsets. And with the new Michelin® PAX® System on the Touring model, you can travel on a punctured tire at 50 mph for up to 125 miles. Discover new levels of confidence while navigating through an uncertain world.
The 2005 Honda Odyssey has high power with efficiency, economy and lower emissions. For better mileage, three cylinders shut down at cruising speeds. Electronic liquid-filled engine mounts mask vibrations during the transition, and a noise-canceling frequency broadcast through the sound system minimizes audible evidence.
Its power-operated rear seat foldaway system is a testimony to the Odyssey Luxury by pushing a button in the cargo area; the third row seat automatically tumbles beneath the floor for a perfectly flat cargo surface. It’s extremely impressive to watch. There’s no fumbling about with seatbelts or latches – you only need to ensure the head restraints are tilted forward before pushing the button. When even more carrying capacity is needed, the second row seat’s 60:40 split backrests can be folded forward.
The Luxury version of the Odyssey has illuminated vanity mirrors, auto headlights (which come on too late), a 6-stack CD player, lidded second row door pockets, extensive use of wood grain and titanium-look trim, 8 way electric driver’s seat adjustment and Two-stage electric front seat warmers. An electric glass sunroof is also standard.
New safety features include Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), a new feature that enhances stability by detecting oversteer or understeer. For the Odyssey Luxury safety, measures include a “crash compatible body”, standard dual-stage front and side airbags with occupant position detection sensors, front seatbelt pre -tensioners and force limiters and front buckle pre-tensioners. All seating positions feature adjustable head restraints. The Luxury is also fitted with curtain airbags that cover all three seating rows.
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The 2005 Honda Odyssey has high power with efficiency, economy and lower emissions. The Odyssey’s highly adaptable interior includes a stowable 2nd-row Plus One Seat™ that allows seating for eight (EX), and one-motion 60/40-split 3rd-row Magic Seat® that makes cargo loading even easier. All seating positions feature adjustable head restraints. Partstrain offers a superior array of Honda body replacement parts and accessories for models like Honda Odyssey, Honda Accord, Honda Civic, Honda CRV, Honda CRX, Honda Del Sol, Honda Insight, Honda Passport, Honda Pilot, Honda Prelude, Honda S2000.
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Posted on April 12, 2005 at 3:22 pm by Jeff
Car & Driver has taken the growing field of luxury sedans and given them a thorough going over in service to its readers. We?ve certainly noticed the growing field with all-new versions of the Audi A6, Cadillac STS, Acura Rl and Infiniti GS. That?s a lot of new models to tackle and C&D add the BMW 530i, Jaguar S-Type and Mercedes-Benz E350 to the mix. For the winner go to the link and fast forward to page 9. We won’t give it away. What? Oh the picture here. Purely coincidence.
…excerpt from: www.autoblog.com
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