2011 Nissan Rogue S Krom Edition AWD Specs, Technical Data, and Overview

Posted in Car, Nissan, Rogue S Krom Edition on May 29th, 2011 by jess

2011 Nissan S Krom The 2011 Nissan Rogue S Krom Edition AWD gets slightly different styling cues.  It shows off a more aggressive bumper with fog lamps, unique grille, 18” alloy wheels, and center-mounted sport exhaust with dual tailpipes.  Other than that, the mechanicals are pretty much the same with the other models.  This compact SUV crossover is motored by a 2.5-Liter four-cylinder engine with output of 170 hp and 175 lb.ft. of torque.  Transmission is a CVT that responds well to prods of the throttle.  For the all-wheel drive, EPA estimated fuel economy is 22 mpg city and 26 mpg highway.  The cabin is comfortable and provides plenty of room for loads at the back.  Besides the exterior twitch, Rogue S Krom comes with the S model’s standard equipment.  Safety features include antilock disc brakes with brake assist, stability control, front seat side airbags, full-length side curtain airbags, and front active head restraints.  One shortcoming is visibility, due to its bulky D-pillars and short rear windows making a blind spot.

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2011 Hyundai Genesis 4.6 Sedan Specs, Technical Data and Video

Posted in Car, Genesis 4.6 Sedan, Hyundai on May 11th, 2011 by jess

2011 Hyundai Genesis 4.6 Sedan The 2011 Hyundai Genesis 4.6 Sedan is a good-valued large premium sedan that seats five.  This rear wheel drive car is driven by a 4.6-Liter 32-valves V8 powertrain, that delivers 385 horsepower and 333 pound feet of peak torque using premium fuel (regular fuel can also be used with lesser power output).  It is reasonably fuel efficient, considering it’s engine size.  The car employs sport oriented advanced five-link front and rear suspension that gives its exceptional driving dynamics performance and nimble feel.  Brake system utilizes large 4-wheel Anti-lock disc brakes (featuring four-piston fixed front caliper with larger rotor), brake assist and EBD.  It scores a perfect 5 stars for front / side impact in US government’s crash test.  The 2011 Genesis 4.6 comes loaded with modern convenience amenities.  It receives power tilt/telescopic steering column, power sunroof, Integrated Memory System (IMS), ultra premium leather seating, cooled driver seat, Driver Information System (DIS) and Multimedia controller, navigation system with 8” display, rearview camera, and 17"-speaker Lexicon® premium surround sound audio system with in-dash 6 disc DVD changer.  Besides those highlights, it gets an electro-hydraulic power steering, and extra cosmetic touches including outside chrome accents, illuminated door sill plates, and steering wheel woodgrain trim.

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