These few years, we have seen many small compact SUV like JukeBox, X1, Mini Crossover and so on. Now, it's time to have big, better seating capacity and roomy body-on-frame luxury SUVs. Family oriented buyer who visited showrooms for large SUV with driving dynamics have been out of luck, until now.
Infiniti America's vice president Ben Poore says that three-row crossovers are one of the hottest segments in the luxury market. So by spring 2012, Infiniti to launch its seven-seater (three-row) JX crossover. The brand just debuted concept version of this luxury SUV at the Pebble Beach Weekend in California.
Infiniti says the JX will offer class-leading roominess. And, JX will pioneer a new technology called Backup Collision Intervention for Infiniti. The carmaker says that if the system detects objects crossing the car's path, it will brake automatically.
Under the hood, the JX will pair a V6 engine with CVT drivetrain. And power to be distributed to either the front wheels or all four.
Wait for the production JX at the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show.
What was called the Vertrek Concept at auto shows should roll off the assembly line in Louisville, USA next spring as the next Ford Escape.
The current Escape is ancient, going without a design overhaul to its boxy body since 2001. Whatever can be saved from the Vertrek Concept will be, and it's safe to say that the next Escape is going to get a carlike ride more fitting for the dogfight in the crowded five-passenger crossover segment. Likely to be roomier and more refined, the new Escape should also get the 180-hp, 1.6óliter four-cylinder EcoBoost motor that's already deployed in a few models in Europe and is set to spread to production in the U.S.
The current Escape is ancient, going without a design overhaul to its boxy body since 2001. Whatever can be saved from the Vertrek Concept will be, and it's safe to say that the next Escape is going to get a carlike ride more fitting for the dogfight in the crowded five-passenger crossover segment. Likely to be roomier and more refined, the new Escape should also get the 180-hp, 1.6óliter four-cylinder EcoBoost motor that's already deployed in a few models in Europe and is set to spread to production in the U.S.
The Evoque will go on sale this summer in most of the world, but Malaysian buyers normally will have to wait for additional months. It might be around fourth quarter 2011. But, you can get it faster if you arrange it directly from Great Britain.
Additional info, Land Rover already started its campaign for Evoque at Pavillion which showed illuminating wireframe model of Evoque. Few bookings also have been placed during the event.
Buyer in Malaysia can choose two variants which are 2.0L turbocharged gasoline twin VVT and 2.2L diesel.
Buyer in Malaysia can choose two variants which are 2.0L turbocharged gasoline twin VVT and 2.2L diesel.
The "terrain response" system that's integrated so nicely in the Ford Explorer will be stock here, as will AWD. In Europe there'll be diesel options and (the horror!) FWD-only editions. The Evoque marks Land Rover's need to get both more eco- and more tarmac-focused, so expect a vehicle that handles more like a sports sedan than a tank. Land Rover will offer a magnetically controlled damper setup, but only one transmission: a six-speed automatic. This crossover will come with a choice of three or five doors; both configurations seat five.
Expect pricing to start around $45,000 in the US. Price in Malaysia will be around the same price of current Freelander, RM271,388.
Expect pricing to start around $45,000 in the US. Price in Malaysia will be around the same price of current Freelander, RM271,388.
Courtesy information from Popular Mechanics
On 21st June 2011, Naza Kia has launched the All New Kia Sportage which is much better looks in exterior and interior design. This Sportage has the 'fluidic design' DNA of latest Kia models. The beltline has been lifted further up, make it looks like a muscle compact SUV.
With AWD system integrated to McPherson struts and Multi-lik rear suspension, it can ensure the high durability and better performance during driving at rough surface road condition.
The rest are the photos of exterior and interior of the car.
The rick looks of LED daytime running headlights
The car itself has been totally upgraded from the face-lift version introduced just by April thus year (2011).
Fully flat foldable middle seat
Interior design of Kia doesn't get much better yet...
This Sportage can be seems as compact version of Kia Sorento.
Rear Parking Assist System with side sensors, totaling to 4 sensors.
It would be better if it comes with telescopic steering wheel.
Sometimes, it makes me wonder, do we really need two A/C control on each side?
Good airbag specification! Very safe car.
This is great for family. Note that the sunroof is extended to the rear passenger seat.
Below are the specifications:
| Engine Type | 2.0 DOHC DCVVT THETA II |
| Displacement | 1,998 cc |
| Horsepower | 166 ps @ 6200 rpm |
| Torque | 197 Nm @ 4600 rpm |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (Liter) | 55 liter |
| Front Suspension | McPherson Type With Coil Spring & Gas Shock Absorber |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link With Gas Shock Absorber |
Pricing details:
| ALL NEW SPORTAGE | 2.0L DOHC DCVVT (A/T) |
|---|---|
| Peninsular Malaysia | RM |
| Private Registration | 138,888.00 |
Company Registration | 139,362.00 |