Pontiac Firebird

General Motors first introduced the Pontiac Firebird back in 1967, putting it on sale as both a coupe and convertible. It was created to challenge the success of the all American pony sports car, the Ford Mustang. The Firebird and the Chevrolet Camaro shared the same F-body platform, used only on these two models. The Firebird and the Camaro also shared most of the sheet metal, as well as some other features, but they had different engines, although the structures were similar. Until the end of the production, in 2002, four generations of the Firebird emerged, each one offering the coupe and the convertible except the second one, which debuted only with the coupe version. The Pontiac Firebirdnever managed to defeat the Mustang when it comes to fame and reputation, but it’s not an understatement to say it was a successful model. In 2001, the sales of the Firebird dropped drastically, so the company decided to end the production. The public is eager to see what the new Firebird has to offer after a thirteen year production gap.

Firebird Exterior and Interior

The new Pontiac Firebird is continuing with the tradition of being similar to its first cousin, the Chevrolet Camaro. Just like the first generation, it will be offered as a coupe, as well as the convertible version. Exterior wise, the designers made sure that this head-turning vehicle is not just an eye candy but also, it contains elements that improve the overall stability of the car by conducting air out of the wheels during high speeds. The roof itself will be made out of carbon-fiber enhanced plastic, making this model a couple of pounds lighter than its predecessor.

Looking at the front, the grille looks angrier than ever and LED fog lights are a nice touch. The, also LED, headlights are further apart, compared to the previous generation. When it comes to the interior, there’s going to be enough space for passengers to feel comfortable and cozy, especially because of the heated leather seats. Leather covered steering wheel will also positively contribute to the overall impression. The driver will definitely enjoy the voice command option, as well as the fact that all the controls will be placed on the touch screen behind the transmission.

Firebird Engine

The new  Pontiac Firebird will have two engine options to choose from. The powerful supercharged 6.2 liter V8 engine is capable of delivering 580 HP and 551 lb ft of torque and is accompanied by a standard 6 speed manual transmission. Byers will also have the option of choosing a 7 speed dual-clutch gearshift.

Subaru Crosstrek

It seems that for this Japanese designer, one of the most important goals is, that in pretty equal intervals (and with some minor changes), launches its slightly updated vehicles. In comparison to its main competitors, Subaru was visiting redesign the Crosstrek once again, regardless of having actually improved its efficiency and also general appearance last year. Well, in order to be (and stay) quite honestly, it hasn’t been officially confirmed from the Japanese car maker, yet, our presumptions are, primarily, based on the rumors. We suppose that this slightly refreshed variant will share its general abilities and performances with the current available XV Crosstrek, with some minor, mainly cosmetically-oriented refreshments and upgrades, here and there.

Interior, Exterior & Appearance

When being compared to the current available the Impreza hatchback model, newly designed Subaru Crosstrek will be about 10 centimeters higher, a big longer and much more extensive. In the terms of the interior design, it should retain its phenomenal convenience combined with high amount of comfortness. However, the Subaru Crosstrek will present, essentially, an improved version of Subaru’s Impreza hatchback. Underneath its SUV-themed outside, the Crosstrek is intended to maintain the Impreza’s well-tuned chassis, utterly been durable and reliable engine options and eye-catching and trendy equipped main cabin.

Speaking of the main cabin, it should remain quite roomy, in order to be able to accommodate up to five grownups of the average height to sit quite comfortable with having, at the same time, more than enough room for all of their body parts. There, also, will be made some substantial modifications, such as: a huge LCD display will be placed, MP3 player, natural leather upholstered seats, integrated net, Bluetooth connection, slightly improved infotainment air conditioner, safety air bags for every single seat and automatic heating and cooling heating unit as well as a steering wheel mounted with control features.

Subaru Crosstrek Engine

Under the hood  will be placed the same engine range as its previous variant. So, under the hood of a standard one will be placed a 2.0-liter horizontally opposed “boxer” four-cylinder engine that will be able to deliver 148 horsepower and 145 pound-feet of torque linked to five-speed manual transmission as a standard on 2.0i and 2.0i Premium trim levels and adjusted to an all-wheel-drive system with a 50/50 front/rear power distribution.

This slightly upgraded variant should hit the Global car markets in the very first quarter of the following year, and its starting price expected to be around $26,500 for the entry version and to climb up to approximately $30,000 for the slightly higher trim versions.

2015 Pontiac Firebird Engine Price

General Motors first introduced the Pontiac Firebird back in 1967, putting it on sale as both a coupe and convertible. It was created to challenge the success of the all American pony sports car, the Ford Mustang. The Firebird and the Chevrolet Camaro shared the same F-body platform, used only on these two models. The Firebird and the Camaro also shared most of the sheet metal, as well as some other features, but they had different engines, although the structures were similar. Until the end of the production, in 2002, four generations of the Firebird emerged, each one offering the coupe and the convertible except the second one, which debuted only with the coupe version. The Pontiac Firebirdnever managed to defeat the Mustang when it comes to fame and reputation, but it’s not an understatement to say it was a successful model. In 2001, the sales of the Firebird dropped drastically, so the company decided to end the production. The public is eager to see what the new Firebird has to offer after a thirteen year production gap.

2015 Pontiac Firebird Exterior and Interior

The new 2015 Pontiac Firebird is continuing with the tradition of being similar to its first cousin, the Chevrolet Camaro. Just like the first generation, it will be offered as a coupe, as well as the convertible version. Exterior wise, the designers made sure that this head-turning vehicle is not just an eye candy but also, it contains elements that improve the overall stability of the car by conducting air out of the wheels during high speeds. The roof itself will be made out of carbon-fiber enhanced plastic, making this model a couple of pounds lighter than its predecessor.

Looking at the front, the grille looks angrier than ever and LED fog lights are a nice touch. The, also LED, headlights are further apart, compared to the previous generation. When it comes to the interior, there’s going to be enough space for passengers to feel comfortable and cozy, especially because of the heated leather seats. Leather covered steering wheel will also positively contribute to the overall impression. The driver will definitely enjoy the voice command option, as well as the fact that all the controls will be placed on the touch screen behind the transmission.

The new 2015 Pontiac Firebird will have two engine options to choose from. The powerful supercharged 6.2 liter V8 engine is capable of delivering 580 HP and 551 lb ft of torque and is accompanied by a standard 6 speed manual transmission. Byers will also have the option of choosing a 7 speed dual-clutch gearshift.

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2016 Infiniti Q30 Specs

Although, this lovable five-door hatchback has, already, melted the hard-hearted of the Americans, but the folks from Infiniti has set, for their primary goal, to seduce buyers in Europe, where this brand struggles to survive. We think that we, American market, should be more than enough, but ok, we totally understand their wishes, aspirations and desires. Having in our minds that the 2016 Infiniti q30 presents a masterpiece based on the cooperation of the German engineering magicians and the British quite ingeniously designed as well as manufacturing, no wonder that it has more than appealing overall appearance. This all-new variant is sharing its most parts with its closest sibling with Mercedes-Benz and it is planned to be built in a Nissan factory in the northeast of England. In order to have a bit better insight into all this matter, we strongly advise you to read this review until its end.

2016 Infiniti Q30 Interior, Exterior & Appearance

Its manufacturers don’t attempt to hide their deep desires and high hopes that their beloved and all-new Infiniti q30 2016 should be among the biggest sellers in a current range. This really lovable vehicle seems to have certain secret powers that allow it to attract the wide range of the potential buyers. They, according to an unwritten rule, have high appetites when it comes to luxury, which is only Infiniti q30, capable to follow and meets. That, in a way, capability, the 2016 Infiniti q30, owns to the partnership between Nissan, its parent company Renault and Daimler-Benz, the Q30 is based on the A-Class platform instead of the usual Japanese-sourced componentry, which is reserved for other Infiniti vehicles.

This brand new variant is available for purchase in either base, Premium, Premium Tech or Sport level trims. Naturally, of the exact opted trim level depends and the exact amount of the gear which follows. Although, the general impression of driving the Q30 is more than excellent and thrilling, however, perhaps, its strongest impression is its ample levels of road holding. We are assuming that’s the case because its driving position is a little higher than the normal car and there’s little in the way of SUV-style body roll (meaning, the 2016 Infiniti q30 has more than plenty of grip to go with the communicative steering wheel).

When we take into our consideration its inner design impressions, we can, quite easily come to the conclusion that it presents a bold blend of the high luxury, charm and sportiness, all that thanks to the, somehow, swooping shape of the dashboard coupled with far than nice integration of Alcantara and plastic, a nifty little gearshift selector, a seven-inch infotainment screen and the beautifully crafted comfortable seats.

Infiniti Q30 2016 Engine

Under the hood of the brand new designed 2016 Infiniti Q30 is placed several powertrain options. The cheapest one should be a 1.6-liter turbocharged petrol unit, which is coming available in two power outputs.

Slightly more expensive one is a 2.0-liter turbo petrol with the general capability of generating around 155kW and 350Nm or, for those who desire to own a diesel, a 2.1-liter oil-burner is good for generating around a 125kW. That particular engine option will come in pair with a seven-speed dual clutch, automatic and adjusted to all-wheel-drive mode.

2016 Infiniti Q30 Release Date & Prices

This newly made variant is already available for purchase, but it is a bit costlier that its main rivals. Its starting price is varying (because of the exact opted trim level) between $36,000 and $50,000.

2017 Infiniti Q30 Price Review

It hasn’t taken long and the folks from the Nissan Company have officially announced that they are more than ready to launch their slightly upgraded variant- the 2017 Infiniti q30. This refreshed variant will, surely, take the Nissan’s luxury brand into a new, smaller segment that will be one of the fastest-growing areas for any premium brand. We are assuming that the main focus of this, somehow, refreshed variant won’t be only attracting younger buyers, but also to achieve a significant presence in most world markets. With their previous variant, the folks from Nissan have, in a way, succeeded to impose the Infiniti brand to the most European markets, which presented their primary goal. Will they succeed in this goal, we shall see, but, in the meantime, let’s have a bit better insight into this whole matter, shall we?

2017 Infiniti Q30 Interior, Exterior & Appearance

We are, already, familiar with the fact that the Infiniti q30 presents a real hell of the vehicle. But, this all-new variant is intended to retain its general, quite handsome general appeal coupled with a double-arched grille and quite crescent-cut C-pillars, a fast roofline and utterly been dramatic sheet metal curves that will run the length of its body. In order to boost up a bit its attitude, the available in a Sport level trim should be: much more aggressive gloss-black grille, bumpers, unique 19-inch aluminum wheels and body-colored side sills. However, this whole external design, may find Americans highly desirable and attractive, however, for the vast majority of the Europe’s luxury automakers, who have essentially abandoned the practice of sending us hatchback variants of its entry-level cars, may find it quite dull and unattractive.

In the terms of the interior styling, this slightly refreshed should be less dramatic, but, still, much more unconventional when being compared to the businesslike designs in many competitive cars. It will possess the expected elements of a luxury interior, including a full colored touchscreen display (that is going to be placed in the center of an asymmetrical element that are going to cross the dashboard in a more than attractive an asymmetrical sweep).

A true variety of the safety features will be added, too. Some of them, you are going to find as the most relevant ones, there will be: Forward Collision Warning with Forward Emergency Braking System, Blind Sport Warning that should be available paired with Intelligent Cruise Control which should be able to maintain a safe distance from the car in front, Auto High Beam Assist, View Monitor, Automatic Park Assist and Moving Object Detection System.

Infiniti Q30 2017 Engine

When it comes to the engine range, it should be consisting of four-cylinder gasoline and diesel units. So, under the hood of the 2017 Infiniti q30, one may be able to find gasoline engine that should be capable to deliver between 120 and 154 horsepower. For the diesels ones- deliver may vary between 107 and 168 hp.

But, under the hood of the a Q30 Premium and Q30 Sport, it will be empowered with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, which should be more than able to pump up to 208 hp. This particular engine option will come linked either with six-speed manual and seven-speed dual-clutch transmission units and adjusted to front-wheel drive as some kind of a standard, although all-wheel drive will be offered as an optional one.

2017 Infiniti Q30 Release Date & Prices

This upgraded variant has, already, was previewed in concept, form and is due for a debut at November’s Los Angeles Auto Show and should available for purchase in the second quarter of 2016. Its price has, already, been estimated and will become in a range of $55 000 and $65 000.