Honda Odyssey Road Tests covers:
LIKES Wide door openings Folding third row seat headrests High standard of finish To see how the people mover class has changed and progressed, one needs to go back to the eighties. At the time most people movers were based upon commercial variants in a manufacturers range and the vehicle from a distance looked more like a delivery van with windows. Move forward to the present time and look at the new Honda Odyssey. A purpose built vehicle that since its initial release in 1996 has been constantly improved and refined.
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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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This 2004 Nissan 350Z Owner Guide Manual contains: ABS (Anti-lock brake system) Air bag ON/OFF switch Air bag system Front (See supplemental front air bag system) Side and curtain (See supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag systems) Air bag warning labels Air bag warning light Air cleaner housing filter Air conditioner Air conditioner operation Air conditioner service Air conditioner specification label Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant recommendations Heater and air conditioner (automatic) Alcohol, drugs and driving Anchor point location, Top tether strap Antenna Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Anti-lock brake warning light Appearance care Exterior appearance care Interior appearance care Ashtrays (See cigarette lighter and ashtray) Audible reminders Audio operation precautions Audio system Autochanger Compact Disc (CD) Automatic Anti-glare inside mirror
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ABS (Anti-lock brake system) Air bag ON/OFF switch Air bag system Front (See supplemental front air bag system) Side and curtain (See supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag system) Air bag warning labels Air bag warning light Air cleaner housing filter Air conditioner Air conditioner operation Air conditioner service Air conditioner specification label Air conditioning system refrigerant and lubricant recommendations Heater and air conditioner (automatic) Alcohol, drugs and driving Anchor point location, Top tether strap Antenna
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Active head restraint Adjusting pedal position Air bag (See supplemental restraint system) Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact air bag system) Side and curtain (See supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag system) Air bag warning labels Air bag warning light Air cleaner housing filter Air conditioner Air conditioner operation Air conditioner service Air conditioner specification label Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil recommendations Heater and air conditioner controls Rear seat air conditioner Servicing air conditioner Air flow charts Alarm system (See vehicle security system) Anchor point locations Antenna Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Anti-lock brake warning light Audible reminders Audio system AM-FM-SAT radio with compact disc (CD) changer AM-FM-SAT radio with compact disc (CD) player Compact Disc (CD) changer Compact disc (CD) player Radio Rear audio controls Steering wheel audio control switch Autolight switch Automatic Automatic drive positioner Automatic power window switch Automatic transmission fluid (ATF)
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Audi S4 sedan shown in Sprint Blue pearl effect paint finish and acoustic parking system front and rear, which are optional extras.
Can superior sporting performance, practicality and absolute luxury be seamlessly combined in one package without compromise? Can a sportscar really exist without ostentation? The answer is yes. The answer is the new Audi S4. On one hand, class-leading performance is optimised through pioneering technology. On the other, ultimate levels of comfort are guaranteed by beautiful design and the highest quality craftsmanship.
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