2012 Ford Escape Hybrid

2012 Ford Escape is a compact crossover SUV 5-passenger. With high tech features and automatic parking function, but has no overall improvement and function compared with competitors. 2012 Ford Escape will close by challenging competitors like the Honda CR-V, Kia Sportage, Subaru Forester and 2011. 2012 Ford Escape is expected to be less expensive than its competitors. The new Escape is expected to be offered at an affordable price.

Engine, drive train and Suspension Specifications

All three versions come with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 171 standard horsepower and the use of a choice of five speed manual or six-speed automatic gearbox; this can be upgraded to 240-hp 3.0-liter V6 and six-speed automatic on all but the XLS model basis. Both the front and all-wheel drive is available. Fuel economy ranges from 18 mpg city/23 highway to 21/28 depending on the combination of the size of the engine and drive train selected.

The exterior features

Base XLS model comes standard with a glass flip-up liftgate and an optional roof rack and latitude. XLT is getting an upgrade to a standard automatic headlamps, fog lamps, privacy glass, roof rack and side rails. Options include a roof rack cross bar integrated side steps, power moonroof, and heated side mirrors. Limited edition includes high-end features previously standard and make the heated side mirrors and roof rack cross is also standard. Options consist of rearview camera, Active Park Assist, a reverse sensing system, an integrated side step bars, and power moonroof.

Interior Features

The XLS comes with a message center, mounted coat hook, battery saver, and split folding rear bench seat. Auto-dimming rearview mirror, retractable cargo cover, and the remote starter is optional. XLT adds standard leather-wrapped steering wheel, compass, outside temperature display, air console with storage bin, illuminated vanity mirrors, power driver's seat, and eco-friendly seat. Optional features include ambient lighting, retractable cargo cover, remote starter, heated front seats, and premium leather seats. Top-of-the-line Limited gains standard ambient lighting, retractable cargo cover and leather seats. Options consist of dual-zone automatic climate control, universal garage door opener and remote starter.

Entertainment System

All three versions come with a standard CD system, four speakers, and audio input jack. XLT adds SiriusXM Satellite Radio standard and optional premium sound system upgrade with SYNC voice-activated, while the Limited adds SiriusXM and SYNC standard and optional premium sound system upgrade and voice-activated navigation system.

Safety

Standard safety devices on all three models include Personal Safety System, traction control, stability control, ABS, front airbags, front seat-mounted side airbags, side curtain airbags, LATCH system, and tire-pressure monitoring system. In the NHTSA crash tests, Escape won the overall value of only three stars out of five. In the IIHS testing, it was rated "good" for frontal-offset and side impact tests, whereas roof strength test results are "marginal."

In short, Ford's Sync system connects to the smartphone and MP3 player, allowing you to issue voice commands to control your entertainment features. Interior looks interesting but does not have the comfort and space. Reviewers noted that the Escape is fun to drive but left behind competitors when it comes to sophistication and ride quality; Escape feels like a truck.

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2012 Ford Taurus Review

Currently on the 2012 Ford Taurus has grown dramatically be great. If you think Taurus is too tame, you probably will consider it again, with a 365-horsepower all-wheel-drive Taurus SHO model. SHO is a viable alternative to high-powered sedan, among others, such as the V8-powered version of the Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger, with the use of a more economical fuel. In fact, Taurus SHO Taurus just as efficiently as usual. But at the same time, a fairly high price that Sho is placed in the same category with luxury sports sedans like the Cadillac CTS and Infiniti G37.

2012 Ford Taurus sedan with five-passenger size for the series is offered in SE, SEL, Limited and SHO trim levels. Standard equipment on the entry level SE includes 17-inch alloy wheels, automatic headlights, integrated blind spot mirrors, keyless entry with keypad access to the exterior, cruise control, air conditioning, driver six-way power seats (manual lying down), 60/40-split rear seats -folding, trip computer, tilt steering wheel-and-telescoping and six-speaker sound system with CD player and an additional audio jack. Sync voice-activated electronic interface with Bluetooth and iPod connectivity is optional.

The SEL adds 18-inch wheels, steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters, heated mirrors, dual-zone automatic climate control, upgraded cloth upholstery, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, compass, outside temperature display and satellite radio. Options on the SEL include 19-inch wheels, rear parking sensors, rearview camera, leather upholstery (packaged with heated front seats and a six-way power passenger seat), interior ambient lighting and Sync.

Option on all but the base SE includes, power sunroof, adjustable pedals, 12-speaker premium audio system Sony, and "multicontour" front seats with active bolsters and massage. Options on the Limited and SHO include blind-spot warning system, automatic high beams and rain-sensing wipers (packaged together), heated and cooled front seats, heated rear seats, rear power windows color, adaptive cruise control, and navigation systems with touch-screen interface, voice control, Sirius Travel Link service (real-time traffic, weather and other information), a single CD player, DVD audio and digital music storage.

Powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 263 hp and 249 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive is standard, while all-wheel drive available as an option on the SEL and Limited models. The Taurus SHO got a 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V6 (dubbed "EcoBoost") that makes 365 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque. Six-speed automatic with paddle shift standard, such as all-wheel drive. In Edmunds performance testing, the Taurus SHO to go from zero to 60 mph in 5.8 seconds faster. Despite this impressive performance of the engine, EPA fuel economy estimates are the same as the all-wheel-drive regular Taurus. In Edmunds performance testing, a front-drive Taurus went from zero to 60 mph in 7.8 seconds - slow boys to class. Fuel economy with front-wheel drive is a 18-mpg EPA estimated mpg city/28 highway and 22 mpg combined. All-wheel drive drops those numbers to 17/25/20.

2012 Ford Taurus with standard ABS disc brakes, stability and traction control, front seat side-impact airbags, side-curtain airbags and integrated blind spot mirrors. A rearview camera and rear parking sensors are standard on Limited and SHO models and optional on the SEL. Optional on Limited and SHO are pre-collision warning system and blind-spot warning system coupled with cross-traffic warning system, alerting you to approaching cars or pedestrians when backing up.

In government crash tests, the overall value of the Taurus won four of five possible stars, with four stars for frontal crash protection and five stars for side crash protection. It also got the best ratings of "Good" in frontal-Insurance Institute for Highway Safety offset side, and roof strength tests.

In Edmunds brake testing, a Taurus 19-inch wheel stops from 60 mph in a longer than average of 131 feet. Even with summer tires and 20-inch wheels, Sho could only manage 127 meters - the distance for the performance-oriented sedan.

2012 Ford Taurus offers cabin-class passengers, although the use of hard plastic in some places slightly detracts from the overall feel of the class. Door panels are textured to look like a convincing stitched leather, but it's hard to touch. At least the interior comfortable, especially with high-tech optional front seat "multicontour" with built-in massage. Rear seat offers a head and legroom are generous even for a good sized adults. At 20.1 cubic feet, the trunk is one of the largest you'll find in any sedan. Fold down rear seat and the Taurus offers space even more.

On the downside, the car ride beltline, thick roof pillars and a high center console can make the interior feel even though the large size limit. Other problems include sunken gauges that can be difficult to read and a great variety of dashboard and somewhat confusing buttons and knobs. Like most other Ford, Taurus can be fitted with the Sync system is useful, which connects mobile phones and portable music players to automobile electronic interface that includes voice commands.

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2012 Ford Edge Review

You will not find major changes in the design of the new 2012 Ford Edge. regarded as one of the best vehicles in kelasnya.Hal is characterized by style range, the exterior of features, quiet and roomy cabin, comfortable ride, and handling ease. Edge size is just right for most families and contributing to its popularity as one of the most sought after. Equipped with a new four-cylinder engine is available with EcoBoost ™ has caused the most buzz among consumers and critics.

A 240-horsepower 2.0-liter EcoBoost added in, the list 2012 Edge powertrain. Offered in SE, SEL and Limited trim, 4-cylinder EcoBoost engines feature turbocharging and gasoline direct injection to achieve EPA estimated 21 mpg city and 30 mpg highway. EcoBoost-equipped models also feature Edge shutters active grill, close under certain conditions to improve aerodynamics. Also new is the availability of passengers, AOS 10-way power seat with power lumbar support.

Whether in town or out on long stretches of open highway, in 2012 Ford Edge had failed to meet our expectations. Power is available to make passing, merging and even snap up the steep hill. There was no uproar from under the hood, there is no tension or lagging upshifts, just smooth linear power delivery. The Edge, the steering is rather heavy weighted AOS, but the right and displays the vehicle good handling characteristics, with minimal body roll and sway and ride surprisingly smooth, even with a larger wheel and tire package. Edge Push hard, however, and the limitations become more apparent. This is not a vehicle to rip through the S-curve for the duration of each. Inside, we found the 2012 Ford Edge to be very well insulated from the outside world. The cabin is quiet, comfortable seating and excellent sound system made the Sony tip us the preferred vehicle for long term test drive.

While others are now getting into the game in the car multimedia, Ford, AOS established suite of high-tech electronic multimedia will forever change the way we interact with our cars.

There will be three engines for Edge to choose from. Base 3.5-liter V6 double overhead cam, 4-valve engine with variable cam time, ranking 285 horsepower and 253foot-pounds of torque. Sport versions will come only with a 3.7-liter version of the larger and much stronger than the same architecture with 305 horsepower and 285 foot-pounds of torque. The third engine is a 2.0 turbocharged engine that produces power with V6 fuel economy is inline-4 turbocharged I-4 produces 240 horsepower and 270 pounds naturally aspirated. ft of torque.

The first thing you notice is horsepower and torque of the 3.5-liter V6 engine, fast and crispness of the 6-speed automatic that shifts. Powerful sound engine in low gear, husky and authoritative, and the sixth gear cruising, the cabin is very, very quiet, and speech clarity around the cabin is very good. A trailer sway control system is tied into the traction and yaw control system, to make towing up to 3500 pounds seems to be easy because the trailer does not keep moving from side to side, back there.

Interior Features of the 2012 Ford Edge The instrument panel, center stack, switches and controls have all been made to the quality and appeal in the 2012 model year, and there are basically two different approaches. For the SE and SEL versions, instrument panel has a 4.5-inch screen and a single LED analog instrument package along with a set of mechanical switches and controls on the center console and center stack. Standard on Limited and Sport and optional on the SEL is the instrument panel is completely new, center console, center stack and flat panel display screens for a new system called MyFordTouch. MFT is a technological advancement that is Ford's Sync voice-activated communication using two five-way thumb switch mounted on the steering wheel spokes, two 4.5-inch LED display on both sides of the speedometer in the instrument cluster, an 8 - inch LED display screen in the middle of the instrument panel with color-coded system of four zones, and flat-panel touch buttons at the bottom. MFT, thumb switch, and joined the screen for climate control, sound system, telephone, navigation and information functions, including a variety of turn-by-turn directions, sports scores, fuel prices, movie listings, dining, and even horoscopes. Antilock disc brakes, stability control (to avoid rollover logic), front seat side airbags, full length curtain airbags and side blind-spot mirror all standards.

The 2011 Ford Edge comes in SE, SEL, Limited, and Sport versions. Front-wheel drive is standard, all-wheel drive available on all models: Edge SE AWD, Edge SEL AWD, Edge Limited AWD, Edge Sport AWD. Options include navigation; Panoramic Vista Roof, 20-inch chrome wheels; trailer tow package. 2012 Ford Edge, SE, Limited and Sport models include options on the SEL MyFordTouch and it is optional.

MyFordTouch using a twin five-way thumb switch mounted on the steering wheel spokes, two 4.5-inch LED display screens flanking the speedometer in the instrument cluster, 8-inch LED display screen in the center of the upper instrument panel with four zones of color-coding system, and a flat-panel touch buttons at the bottom. Switch the thumb, and the climate control screen, sound system, telephone, navigation and information functions, including a variety of turn-by-turn directions, sports scores, fuel prices, movie listings, dining, and even horoscopes. Sport Limited version and both come with heated front seats which certainly helps on cold days. All but the SE can be equipped with several options. Vision Package adds automatic wipers blind-spot warning system. The navigation system includes real-time traffic, weather and other information via RSS satellite radio. There are also panoramic "Vista" sunroof and rear-seat entertainment system.

Ford has done an excellent job with the Ford Edge 2012. The 2012 Ford Edge accelerate faster, brake harder and more progressive, it's quiet on the highway measured from the previous version, and aircraft electronics and entertainment systems is undoubtedly the best in the industry in terms of capabilities and ease of use. It's really cool to see, and the Sport version is the fastest for the money in the CUV segment, with, the showiest of the largest tire and wheel. The SEL, the highest volume model, equipped and priced at a sweet spot segment. Highly recommended for your shopping list. 

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2013 Ford Fusion

2013 Ford Fusion has a fresh face. Revision visible on the exterior; grille, headlights, front bumper / rear fog lamp.

Ford Fusion will provide a choice of petrol engines, hybrid and plug-in hybrid. Version of the plug-in is expected to offer the highest efficiency of consumption of fuel oil (BBM).

Fusion 2013 will be equipped with a 1.6-liter EcoBoost engine start / stop system that is expected most economical in its class to record consumption of 11.15 km / liter (combinations). One more 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine with paddle-shift 6-speed.

Fusion Hybrid for 2013 no longer uses the 2.5 liter engine. Instead berdapur implanted with a 2.0 liter petrol consumption of 16.12 km / liter. He said, more efficient 2013 Fusion Hybrid Toyota Camry Hybrid 2012 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid and 2011.

Meanwhile, gasoline consumption Fusion Energy 2013 plug-in hybrid can be prepared for the invisibility 35.4 km / liter, more frugal about 0.35 km / liter of electric cars. In fact, bet Ford Fusion plug-in hybrid is more efficient 2.83 km / liter and 4.6 km / liter of the Chevrolet Volt and Toyota Prius plug-in hybrid.

A number of the latest technology applied in Fusion 2013 as Blind Spot Information System (BLIS), Lane Keeping System.

2013 Ford Fusion will be sold in North America in 2012. Outside North America will be sold from the first quarter of 2013. Ford Mondeo is another name for the Ford Fusion outside North America.

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