The 1.8T BCS (Boost Control System) is designed to work with all throttle-by-wire Audi and Volkswagen 1.8T engines. Compatible models include the A4, Beetle, Passat, Jetta, Golf and GTI. The BCS provides user adjustability of maximum boost. At the minimum setting, the boost is held to the stock level of 6 PSI and the car will drive exactly like a stock car. As the boost setting is increased, the allowable boost is increased in precise increments. At the maximum setting, the boost is allowed to reach 14.5 PSI. This boost increases horsepower by 30 hp and the low-end torque is increased by 45 ft-lbs. The BCS includes a ten segment, three color LED boost gauge that reads in 1.5 PSI increments from 1 to 14.5 PSI. The display is electronically filtered to provide a smooth reading.
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Touring Engine Type Engine Block/Cylinder Head Displacement (cc) Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net) Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm) Redline (rpm) Valve Train Multi-Point Fuel Injection Drive-by-WireT Throttle System Variable Cylinder Management T (VCMR) Active Control Engine Mount System (ACM) Active Noise CancellationT (ANC) CARB Emissions Rating Direct Ignition System with Immobilizer 100K + / – Miles No Scheduled Tune-Ups* Transmission V-6 Aluminum-Alloy…
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Hyundai’s all new Sonata should be causing its opposition some sleepless nights. Consigning its predecessor’s quirky aesthetics to history, the newcomer’s larger, more attractive “euro” style is just the ticket to generate some showroom traffic. Mix typical Korean value for money with an impressive list of standard safety features, and you have a package set to tug at the purse strings of medium and family car buyers. DISLIKES Clutch action Front seats lack support VALUE FOR MONEY PRICING Kicking off the four cylinder range is our manual test car at $25,490. Add $2,000 for the auto version. Next is the Elite 2.4 (auto only) at $31,490. With high levels of standard equipment the only option for either car is metallic or mica paint at $225. Bear in mind the solid colours are limited to Ebony Black and Noble White. STANDARD FEATURES For the money you receive air-conditioning, power windows on all doors, cruise control, 6 speaker CD, MP3, cassette audio system, remote central locking, front foglights and leather trimmed steering wheel.
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Hyundai’s latest Sonata has stepped on a few toes in the large car segment. Externally the new V6 is almost identical to its four cylinder sibling –dual tailpipes being the only clue to the extra power. Yes, they share the same attractive Euro style body, but have decidedly different personas. DISLIKES Small front seats Light coloured trim marks easily well shaped, fine for a long trip, and the centre armrest is a welcome bonus. But anyone riding in the middle might feel short-changed by the lack of support. ERGONOMICS Functional and uncluttered, the dash layout is a model of simplicity. Large instruments face the driver, with the high set audio controls just to the left. Three rotary switches look after all of your air conditioning functions. The boot and fuel cap releases are tucked away under the driver’s armrest. Thanks to its large windscreens, front and rear vision is very good, making manoeuvring easy.
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Good handling and brakes Lively performance Equipment levels (SRi hatch) Better rear passenger and load space than Convertible (Convertible) Stylish appearance Hood quality and operation WORST (Both) Notchy manual gearchange (SRi hatch) Rear spoiler causes a vision blind spot (Convertible) Blind spots to rear corners with hood erect Restricted luggage space central locking with an immobiliser. There’s a Blaupunkt stereo system with a single CD player and remote controls on the leatherwrapped tilt and telescopic steering wheel. The SRi shares much of the Convertible’s equipment but misses out on its side airbags, its electronic stability program (ESP), its full leather trim, its heated front seats and its trip computer.
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Audi A4 4Door Saloon 2.0 SE Manual
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Electronic Diff Lock - Traction Control,,Inlay - Aluminium Facette Silver,Electronic Stability Programme,Transponder Immobiliser,Front Side Airbags,Heated Door Mirrors,High Level Brake Light,Mondial Cloth Outside Temp Gauge,Passenger Airbag,Power Steering,Rear Head Restraints,Remote Control Central Lock (radio wave),Solid Paint SIDEGUARD - Head Airbag Protection Syst,17in 16 Spoke Alloy Wheels,Front Foglights,3 Year / 60000 Mile Warranty,4-spoke Leather Steering Wheel,ABS With EBD,Adjustable Steering Column,Anti-Theft Device,ASR Traction Control,Electric Rear Windows,Cruise Control,Driver Airbag,Driver…
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