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The 2009 Ford Taurus X has one of the roomiest interiors of any vehicle its size, with three rows of versatile seating, and its available in 6- or 7-passenger configurations. With a special "stadium style" seating arrangement, the third-row occupants sit higher up than the second row, affording better visibility and more legroom than they would otherwise have.
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The three trim levels for the 2009 Toyota Avalon range from the comfortable and well-appointed XL to the luxurious and technology-laden Limited. Across the line, Avalons are powered by a 3.5L V6 engine with Dual VVT-i variable valve timing, which makes 268 horsepower and 248 lb-ft. The engine is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission that provides exceptional performance.The Avalon can reach..... |
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The 2009 Ford Edge is a so-called crossover sport-utility vehicle, more of a tall, passenger-focused wagon than a traditional SUV. All Edge models come with a 3.5-liter V-6 making 265 horsepower delivered through a six-speed automatic transmission; throughout the lineup there's a choice of either front- or all-wheel drive.
The Edge is now offered in four different models: SE, SEL, Limited and Spo..... |
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Nissan's Altima is available in two different body styles for 2009: a four-door sedan and a two-door coupe. The coupe models share mechanicals and much of their interior appointments with the sedan, but they're four inches shorter and 2.5 inches lower in profile than the sedan, with unique sheet metal and sportier styling.
Both engines offered in the Altima are among the most powerful when compare..... |
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The 2009 Kia Spectra has a starting base price of $13,200. The Spectra5, the hatch version, has a starting price of $16,345.
All 2009 Kia Spectra models are powered by a 138-horsepower 2.0L DOHC 4-cylinder engine, and available with either a 5-speed manual gearbox or 4-speed automatic. With the manual transmission, the Spectra gets an EPA fuel economy rating of 23 mpg city, 30 mpg highway. When eq..... |
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The 2009 Cadillac STS is available in two primary models designated by their type of engine: V6 or V8. The V6 model is powered by a direct-injected 3.6L DOHC V6, making 302 hp and 272 ft-lb of torque. Direct injection allows for an increase in power without a drop in fuel efficiency. The V8 model is powered by a 320-hp, 4.6L Northstar V8 engine. A 6-speed automatic transmission is offered througho..... |
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The 2009 Honda Civic comes as 6 distinct models: sedan, coupe, Si sedan, Si coupe, Hybrid sedan and natural-gas GX sedan.
The sedan and coupe both have a 1.8L i-VTEC four-cylinder engine, making 140 horsepower and 128 ft-lb of torque. The engine is mated either to a 5-speed manual or 5-speed automatic transmission. The sedan and coupe meet ULEV-II emissions standard in all 50 states.
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Two different Hyundai Azera models, GLS and Limited, are offered for 2009. The GLS starts at $24,970. The Limited starts at $28,920. Both come with a very generous amount of equipment compared to sedans in their price range. Fog lamps, LED taillights, speed-sensitive wipers, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and dual-zone climate control are all standard.
The GLS features a 3.3L, 234-horsepower, V..... |
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Subaru's 2009 Impreza comes in several trim levels. The base 2.5i, the new 2.5GT and the sporty WRX come either as a four-door sedan or a five-door hatchback, while the Outback Sport and the STi models are hatchback-only. The sedan is about six inches longer than the hatchback, and the trunk is large enough to hold three golf bags. On both body styles, the rear seats can be folded forward for more..... |
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