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| Jokes Etc › Blonde On Blonde by hzrvip(op): 4:25am On Nov 10, 2014 |
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| Jokes Etc › 411 by hzrvip(op): 4:15am On Nov 10, 2014 |
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| Jokes Etc › Gone Fishin' by hzrvip(op): 9:49am On Nov 07, 2014 |
Fred and DooDah go to their favorite lake to fish. After getting out on the water, DooDah hooks a huge fish, which pulls him overboard, and he drowns. Fred is brokenhearted and goes to tell DooDah's wife the news. She opens the door and hears Fred say, "Guess who drowned in the lake today? DooDah! DooDah!" Prosche Piwis Tester II Prosche Piwis Tester II da vina |
| Jokes Etc › Dead Again by hzrvip(op): 9:38am On Nov 07, 2014 |
During a funeral, the pallbearers accidentally bump into a wall and hear a faint moan. They open the casket and find out that the woman is actually alive. She lives for 10 more years and then dies. There is another funeral for her. At the end of the service, the pallbearers carry out the casket. As they are walking out, the husband cries out, "Watch out for the wall!" car scan tool mileage correction programmer tool digiprog 3 mileage programmer |
| Jokes Etc › Caskets by hzrvip(op): 8:41am On Nov 07, 2014 |
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| Jokes Etc › Computer Chat by hzrvip(op): 7:02am On Nov 06, 2014 |
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| Jokes Etc › Blondes Blow It by hzrvip(op): 6:55am On Nov 06, 2014 |
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| Jokes Etc › Adding Blonde by hzrvip(op): 6:49am On Nov 06, 2014 |
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| Jokes Etc › Black And Brown by hzrvip(op): 7:50am On Nov 04, 2014 |
Q: What's black and brown and looks good on a lawyer? A: A Doberman pinscher. |
| Sports › Mike Tyson Vs. Ronaldo? by hzrvip(op): 3:33am On Oct 31, 2014*. Modified: 3:11am On Nov 03, 2014 |
Who would win in a boxing fight if Mike Tyson fought Ronaldo and they were both in their primes? I think Mike Tyson would f*** that ugly Port. up! OBDII tool shops ecu chip tuning da vina 2534 |
| Sports › Arsenal Coach Klopp Want? by hzrvip(op): 3:07am On Oct 31, 2014*. Modified: 3:05am On Nov 03, 2014 |
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| Jokes Etc › No Backseat Blonde by hzrvip(op): 3:38am On Oct 30, 2014*. Modified: 2:41am On Nov 03, 2014 |
A blonde goes on a hot date and ends up making out with the guy in his car. The guy asks if she would like to go in the backseat. "No!" yells the blonde. Things get even hotter, and the guy asks again. "For the last time, no!" says the blonde. Frustrated, the guy asks, "Well, why the hell not?" The blonde says, "Because I wanna stay up here with you!"  OBDII tool shops ecu chip tuning da vina 2534 |
| Jokes Etc › AFTER 69 by hzrvip(op): 3:32am On Oct 30, 2014*. Modified: 2:40am On Nov 03, 2014 |
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| Jokes Etc › 50/50 by hzrvip(op): 3:26am On Oct 30, 2014*. Modified: 2:24am On Nov 05, 2014 |
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| Sports › C Ronaldo Golden Globe Winner Will Be It? by hzrvip(op): 3:47am On Oct 29, 2014*. Modified: 10:35am On Oct 29, 2014 |
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| Sports › Messi Is Not The Same by hzrvip(op): 3:37am On Oct 29, 2014*. Modified: 10:39am On Oct 29, 2014 |
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| Phones › Android Phones by hzrvip(op): 3:25am On Oct 29, 2014*. Modified: 10:38am On Oct 29, 2014 |
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| Jokes Etc › Baywatch by hzrvip(op): 8:53am On Oct 27, 2014 |
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| Autos › Dodge Challenger by hzrvip(op): 8:44am On Oct 27, 2014 |
If a retro-styled American muscle car is what you crave, you don't have to spend Hellcat money to get Hellcat fun — the 2015 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack costs less but is easily as entertaining. Dodge scored a major public-relations coup this summer when it introduced the 2015 Challenger SRT Hellcat, a 707-horsepower monster muscle car that set even the non-automotive press abuzz with its arrival. It became the hit of the summer of 2014; everyone was talking about it — but when it comes down to it, your chances or driving or buying one of these rare beasts are slim. They're a bargain for a King of the Hill muscle car, but they still cost more than eighty grand — if you can find one at that price. Thankfully, Dodge is making a variety of 2015 Challengers, equipping them all with some interesting technology and powerful engines, and pricing them much more within reach of the general public (see the 2014 and 2015 models compared here). The R/T Scat Pack Challenger is one of those, with last year's 6.4-liter SRT V-8 engine under its hood and a host of performance parts for considerably less money than a Hellcat. Has the Hellcat spoiled us? Or is a 485-horsepower sports coupe at almost half the Hellcat's cost entertaining enough? Exterior & Styling There's no middle ground with the Challenger's styling — either you love the retro look or it's not at all your thing. For 2015, the Challenger gets only minor exterior revisions. New headlights with LED halo rings; a new grille, bumper, and hood meant to ape the 1971 Challenger (as opposed to last year's car, which drew inspiration from the 1970 Challenger); new LED taillights; and some new wheel patterns are the extent of the outside changes. They clean up the shape a little bit, and surprisingly did get noticed by bystanders who correctly identified my Sublime Green coupe as a 2015 model. Unfortunately, the question they all shouted at the car was "Is that a Hellcat?!" It makes me think Dodge should have made the Hellcat more visually distinctive. I predict anyone not buying the '15 Hellcat will experience some buyer's remorse at least once a week by having to shout back: "No, it's not the Hellcat." I eventually stopped denying it and told them it was. How It Drives I must truly be getting jaded in this job, as 485 hp no longer seems unusual. But it is still impressive, pumped out by the massive 6.4-liter Hemi V-8 that's now optional on the R/T model (this is the engine that was only available in the SRT last year). It can rocket the car from zero to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds, a figure I measured myself using the Challenger's Launch Control on-board timers in the Dodge Performance Pages app, a fantastic program that allows you to rip off repeated drag-strip times and record your achievements to share with friends. The engine is mated to either a six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic transmission; mine had the new eight-speed auto, and it did a fine job of getting power to the rear wheels with smooth, strong shifts that didn't seem nearly as clunky as the old five-speed automatic transmission did in the last SRT vehicle I tested. The revised T-handle shifter action is also improved. No longer requiring tilting motions for selecting gears, it now slides down through the various gates like an automatic transmission handle should. Fire up the big engine using the push-button start, and a hearty rumble emanates from the pipes poking out the rear bumper. It's loud, but not brutally oppressive, like the Hellcat's sound. The only unusual noises come when the fuel-saving cylinder deactivation cuts in at cruising speeds, noticeably changing the exhaust tone from a smooth rumble to an oddly dissonant, unpleasant buzz. The four-cylinder mode can be defeated by keeping the car in Sport mode, but then fuel economy inevitably suffers. Throttle response becomes more immediate in Sport mode, however, becoming almost too jumpy for around-town driving. The steering is heavily boosted, and while the power assist is adjustable via the Performance Pages system controls, it serves only to increase effort, not feedback. There's no masking the fact that this is a big, heavy coupe with a lot of mass and momentum. That mass may contribute to a better ride than the Challenger's competitors, though, smoothing out bumps admirably despite the 20-inch wheels and low-profile tires. The sizeable wheels and tires house sizeable brakes — optional Brembo four-piston calipers up front that come with the Scat Pack package. Overall, the Challenger is more of a drag-strip brawler than a circuit-track racer, due to its hefty weight, but Dodge has seen fit to equip it with technology that will ensure it no longer embarrasses itself should an owner decide to take one to a club track day. There are really only two other cars on the market that can be compared with the Challenger R/T Scat Pack: the 2015 Chevrolet Camaro SS and the Ford Mustang GT. The Camaro handles better than the Challenger, especially with the optional 1LE package that's meant to improve cornering, but the Camaro's 426-hp, 6.2-liter V-8 isn't quite as powerful as the Challenger's. There will be an all-new Mustang for 2015, so driving impressions are still forthcoming, but on paper the Challenger wins the power battle by besting the top V-8 in the Mustang GT by 50 hp. How the Mustang handles will be interesting to see, given the switch from the last generation's live rear axle to a new fully independent setup, but both cars are physically smaller than the new Challenger, inside and out. Fuel economy for the Challenger R/T Scat Pack is dismal by Toyota Prius standards, but surprisingly respectable given the massive motor under the hood. The car is rated 15/25/18 mpg city/highway/combined, and I was able to coax 20 mpg out of it in a combination of highway cruising and stop-and-go city traffic. The Camaro SS is rated about the same, at 15/25/18 mpg for the 6.2-liter V-8 despite using a six-speed automatic transmission. No fuel economy figures are yet available for the 2015 Mustang, but the 2014 model with a six-speed automatic and the 5.0-liter V-8 was rated 18/25/20 mpg, and the new one is likely to improve upon that. Interior If you like the retro style of the Challenger's exterior, you're going to love what they've done with the place inside. The 2015 receives a completely redone cabin that's even more retro-styled than the outgoing 2014 model, which didn't have much style at all. The low dash now has distinctly nostalgic shapes that mimic the 1971 model, from the trapezoidal console to the way the center storage bin's door opens. The gauges are round and feature a classic font style, while the ubiquitous Chrysler 8.4-inch Uconnect touch-screen resides within easy reach. The overall look and material quality are vast improvements on the outgoing Challenger, finally bringing the car up to date with modern competitors — which will be vitally important when the 2015 Mustang shows up. What the Challenger has that the Camaro and Mustang don't is space — lots of it. Passengers can spread out in luxurious width; there's no feeling of being crammed into a tiny sports coupe here. Even the backseat is usable for two adults, or even three small ones in a pinch. The seats are wide but feel surprisingly flat, despite the look of dramatic bolsters that come with the R/T trim. They're comfortable and supportive, however, even after sitting in them for hours. The only space issue comes from above: The moonroof option takes a good several inches out of the cabin's height, so any driver over 5 feet, 10 inches is going to want to skip that option if they don't want their head to touch the ceiling. Visibility is only fair — the short windshield and massive rear pillars still provide better views than a Camaro, but this is a sports coupe, and a low-slung roofline is part of the deal. Ergonomics & Electronics Massive interior improvements come with commensurate boosts to the Challenger's gadgetry. Chrysler's Uconnect system is front and center, and it remains one of the best multimedia systems you can buy: simple to use, with easy-to-find functions and voice commands that work quickly and reliably. The only nitpick might be how it puts some functions, like seat heaters, in an on-screen menu instead of giving them dedicated buttons, but they're still easy to find and use, even popping up briefly when the car is started. The optional nine-speaker audio system sounds fantastic. It may even be a little too powerful: I had to turn the bass down in order to hear songs properly, something I've never done in any car I've tested. Best of all is the Dodge Performance Pages app. The program runs through the touch-screen and allows you to monitor and modify myriad performance aspects of the car. You can adjust steering effort, transmission shift pattern, throttle sensitivity and more through sliders on the screen, as well as activate the launch mode and even adjust what RPM it holds the engine to before blasting you into orbit. The performance data recorder is there, as well as real-time engine output meters. Such a feature has a real danger of being gimmicky on paper, but the app turns out to be easy to use, useful and entertaining to boot. The sophistication of the system beats the Chevrolet MyLink in the Camaro, but we'll have to see what Ford comes up with for the next-generation Mustang — MyFord Touch is already pretty slick, suffering only from interface issues these days. Cargo & Storage The Challenger's size benefits it greatly when it comes time to haul anything, from massive packs of paper towels from Costco to full-size suitcases to the airport. The Challenger features a generous 16.2-cubic-foot trunk, far larger than the 11.3 cubic feet in the Camaro or the 13.5 cubic feet in the 2015 Mustang. But the numbers don't indicate the ease of cargo-hauling in the Challenger: With an enormous lid, it's easy to fit large, bulky objects into the trunk, whereas trying to stuff a big suitcase into the trunk of a Camaro is simply impossible. If you need more room in the Challenger, just drop the 60-40 split backseat to expand the trunk. Safety The 2015 Dodge Challenger had not been crash-tested by either the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration as of publication, but the results of any government testing will appear here. Because it hasn't been fully redesigned, it's likely the 2014 Challenger's test results (shown here) will apply to the 2015. The new electronics in the Challenger have allowed for the introduction of many new safety systems, with optional automatic distance-keeping cruise control, forward collision warning, rainsensitive wipers and blind spot detection with cross-traffic alert. Backup sensors and a rearview camera are optional on the base SXT, standard on all other trim levels. Features like remote start continue to be offered. See what comes standard here. Value in Its Class Dodge has rearranged some of the packages for the Challenger, making more equipment standard and eliminating the previous base model, the SE. The new starting point is the SXT, which begins at $27,990 including destination fee and brings you the V-6 and the eight-speed automatic. If you want a Hemi V-8, you'll need to move up to the R/T, which starts at $32,490. My test car was the R/T Scat Pack, which starts at $39,490. Add in a $1,500 leather interior, the $995 Technology Package (which gets you adaptive cruise control and forward collision warning), $795 for the Driver Convenience Group (bi-xenon headlights and blind spot detection), a $595 stereo upgrade, $1,400 for the automatic transmission, $1,195 for the headroom-robbing moonroof and $695 for the Uconnect navigation package, and it comes to a grand total of $45,665 — not at all unreasonable for a car with this level of equipment, performance and style. Option one up your way here. The Chevrolet Camaro and Ford Mustang are the main competitors out on the street, but those two really have more in common with each other than with the Challenger. They're shorter, lower and lighter than the Challenger, resulting in superior handling but inferior interior room. None of these cars is truly a track star, but the Camaro comes closest, with variants specifically designed to be used on circuits instead of drag strips. Ironically, the one car that's best at cruising the boulevard (the Challenger) is the one that doesn't have a convertible option — a major competitive disadvantage. If you're okay with a hardtop, the Challenger presents a comfortable alternative to the cramped Camaro and Mustang. Source：http://www.cars.com/dodge/challenger/2015/expert-reviews?review=0&reviewId=61924 auto diagnosis tool code scan tool da dongle j2534 1 Like |
| Autos › Subaru Outback by hzrvip(op): 8:31am On Oct 27, 2014 |
The 2015 Subaru Outback is a capable hauler, and where previous versions lagged with droning highway manners, a utilitarian interior and cramped interior space, this version improves on — if not solves — those shortcomings. The Subaru Outback holds a unique position in the market. It's arguably a station wagon, but it handles off-road driving better than some SUVs. It's one of the more expensive vehicles Subaru makes, but some of its charm lies in its function-over-form, non-luxury styling. It also has a loyal buying base, so any changes have to walk a fine line, lest Subaru upsets the faithful. The highlights of the 2015 redesign include updated exterior styling, interior refinements, a new drivetrain and improved fuel economy. Compare specs of the 2014 and 2015 models here. The Outback competes with crossovers such as the Ford Edge, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. See relevant specs compared side by side here. The Outback is available in 2.5i Standard, 2.5i Premium and 2.5i Limited trims with a 175-horsepower, 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, and in 3.6R Limited trim with a 256-hp, 3.6-liter six-cylinder. All versions now use a continuously variable automatic transmission. For 2015, four-cylinder models get an estimated 25/33/28 mpg city/highway/combined, compared with the previous four-cylinder CVT's 24/30/26 mpg estimate. Six-cylinder models are now rated 20/27/22 mpg, up from 17/25/20 mpg when the car was equipped with a five-speed automatic. Subaru sells more 2.5i Premium versions of the Outback than any other. I tested that version, as well as a 3.6R Limited, over a mix of rural highways, gravel roads and off-road terrain. Exterior & Styling The Outback's exterior changes are subtle but pay off in a big way. First — and to my eye, best — Subaru toned down the previous Outback's chunky, rugged body cladding. Where the previous generation always looked like a mish-mash to me — as if the car were made of LEGOs with cladding clicked on after the fact — this version looks more sleek and integrated. The change is most evident on Outbacks painted in lighter colors. The new look is a good look. The 2015 Outback also gets the larger, trapezoidal grille that other new Subarus wear, along with restyled headlights. The base of the windshield has been moved forward 2 inches, and the side mirrors were moved down to the door from the windshield pillar. Overall, the car looks smoother, leaner and not as thrown-together as the previous version. With its roof rails, tall ride height and wagon body style, it still looks like a Subaru, but one where the automaker took some extra time to tie all the styling elements together. How It Drives The four-cylinder offers modest power, but the CVT provides a quicker response than some of the eight- and nine-speed transmissions that are popping up all over the market. The responsiveness is nice, but it won't blow anybody away. It's adequate for passing at highway speeds as long as you have time to make the pass. However, you will hear a lot of noise from the engine, along with a pronounced whine from the transmission, especially when pushed. While cruising, however, the engine and transmission are unobtrusive; there's no steady drone or whine that's sometimes common with four-cylinder/CVT combinations. The six-cylinder engine is the star of the show, but it's not all about using that extra horsepower to go faster. True, the six-cylinder Outback easily passes on the highway and accelerates away from stop signs with more purpose than the four, but the biggest benefit is heard rather than felt: Because the engine doesn't have to strain to move the weight of the Outback, it's noticeably quieter. That helps the otherwise rugged Outback better compete with European luxury wagons in terms of interior noise and general refinement. The transmission whine that pops up in four-cylinder versions is also much more muted in the six-cylinder model. There's nothing wrong with the four-cylinder — it's adequate — but if I wanted a more comfortable vehicle, I'd opt for the six-cylinder. All Outbacks benefit from a quicker steering ratio for 2015. This pays off not only at higher speeds or when you want to make fast steering changes, but also when moving through parking lots. It just takes less movement of the wheel to turn the car. Subaru said it made this generation of the Outback stiffer, and the car feels predictable, tending toward understeer when pushed hard into turns. The net result of both the steering and chassis changes is a car that inspires confidence — if not necessarily sporty driving — both on twisty roads and off-road. Despite the stiffness, the Outback offers a fairly comfortable ride. It tends toward the stiffer side of the scale, but it deals easily with pavement expansion joints, and the rolling/pitching/undulating sections of my off-road driving didn't create the bucking or fore-and-aft rolling that some vehicles can. The best praise I can give is that after a solid day of driving in mixed conditions, I was less tired and beat up than in most other cars I've driven — even when those other drives were confined to pavement. Interior The preceding Outback's cabin had a very utilitarian feel, but Subaru dressed it up for this generation; it's more than competitive for the non-luxury class. There's new leather; two new, larger multimedia screens (6.2 inches on 2.5i models and 7 inches on uplevel versions); and the center storage bin has been redesigned to hold tablets as large as an iPad. The door armrests and center armrest have thicker cushioning and offer a nice, soft feel that makes longer drives easier on your elbows. The steering wheel also has a good, solid feel to it, and the dashboard is padded to the touch. The standard cloth seats feel supportive and have a nice texture, so I wouldn't find it necessary to get the leather for either appearance's or comfort's sake. The new look and materials still err on the side of function over form, but all-in-all, the changes have made the Outback's cabin more comfortable and prettier. Subaru also bumped up the Outback's interior to create more shoulder room, more front and rear hip room, and more rear legroom, resulting in slightly more passenger room overall and a bit more cargo space. I'm about 6 feet 2 inches tall, and I can say there's a good amount of legroom in the back. (I sat back there both with the seat where I had it when I drove and also run all the way back to the limit.) My knees were slightly elevated, but nowhere near as much as in many other vehicles on the market, so I think even I'd be comfortable on a longer trip. The previous-generation Outback stood out to me for its great visibility. If anything, the 2015 improves in this area, most notably by positioning the mirrors down on the door instead of up on the A-pillar. In place of a mirror mount there's now a glass section, and while it's not huge, it's still nice to have, especially when driving off-road. Subaru has long been involved as a sponsor and participant in a variety of outdoor pursuits, from rallying to cross-country skiing and biking. The Outback continues to offer a variety of amenities to make those pursuits easier, as well as a couple of significant new touches. An ongoing feature is Subaru's roof rails that have integrated, swing-into-place crossbars. When you need the crossbars, swing them into place. When you don't, swing them back into the rails, cutting down on mileage-sapping drag and wind noise. What's new is that for 2015, Subaru redesigned the doorsill area to provide a larger footpad to stand on while you adjust — or attach things to — those roof rails. A nice touch, whether your feet are dainty or enormous. Also, Subaru offers PIN access on the rear of Outback Limited trims so that runners, swimmers and others can lock their keys in the car and use the PIN to open the doors. Not having to carry keys is a nice feature, but it would be nicer if it were standard across more trim levels. Ergonomics & Electronics For 2015, all Outbacks have a standard backup camera. Screens vary based on trim level, with a 6.2-inch screen on the base model and a 7-inch screen with tablet-like touch, swipe and pinch controls on uplevel trims. The screen responded quickly to my touch and didn't seem to suffer noticeable lag. The tablet-like controls weren't as quick as a tablet, so I'm not sure how much I'd use them in daily driving. In addition, there are touch-sensitive capacitive buttons on either side of the screen that control various menu items. These also respond quickly, but because there's no sensation that you've pressed a button, you have to look at the buttons or the screen to judge whether anything happens. As we say whenever we run into these "buttons," traditional mechanical push buttons would be better. Speaking of buttons, the steering wheel is loaded with them, but I felt it was fairly easy to differentiate between them with my fingers while driving. That carries through to the rest of the (mechanical) knobs and buttons: They generally feel solid, not like they were picked from the bin of cheapest parts. You're also not forced to do too many adjustments through the touch-screen if you don't want to. I find the Outback specifically, and Subarus in general, to be among the least complicated cars on the market, ergonomically speaking. The 2015 model continues that trend. Cargo & Storage The Outback's cargo area has grown slightly, to 35.5 cubic feet of space behind the rear seats, up from 34.3 cubic feet. Fold the standard 60/40-split backseat down to create 73.3 cubic feet, up from 71.3. There are also new release levers, so one tug folds the spring-tensioned seat flat. It's well-done and, if I had my way, would be mandatory on all cars. There's also a power liftgate that's standard on the highest, Limited, trim and available on the Premium trim. It can be set to open to a specific height, in case you're on the shorter side or need the liftgate to open low enough that it doesn't clunk into your garage ceiling or whatever you're carrying on the roof. Safety As of publication, the 2015 Subaru Outback had not been crash-tested by either the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Safety features include a backup camera, side curtain airbags that deploy when a rollover is imminent, and cabin and exterior lights that automatically turn on when the driver approaches the car. Newly available features include a blind spot warning system, rear cross-traffic alert and Subaru's EyeSight system. EyeSight uses cameras to provide adaptive cruise control, automated pre-collision braking and lane departure warning. For 2015, those EyeSight camera housings are slightly smaller than before, but they're still rather conspicuous on either side of the rearview mirror. For a list of safety features, click here. Value in Its Class The Subaru Outback is a wagon, but because of its off-road utility, high ground clearance and standard all-wheel drive, it lines up better against SUVs and crossovers. Among SUVs, the Outback differentiates itself by offering all-wheel drive standard, where it can run as an extra-cost option on many other SUVs. For example, the Ford Edge, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Hyundai Santa Fe Sport all come standard with two-wheel drive. The Outback is more than $1,000 cheaper than the least-expensive all-wheel-drive version of its competitors. (See a comparison among base all-wheel-drive trims here.) Mileage is an area where the Outback also excels, as both its four-cylinder (EPA-rated at 28 mpg combined) and its six-cylinder (22 mpg) beat the most efficient gas-powered versions of its all-wheel-drive competitors: The 2014 Ford Edge and 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport both rate 21 mpg combined, while the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee gets 19 mpg. Tellingly, substituting front-wheel drive doesn't put all the Subaru's competitors ahead of the all-wheel-drive-only Outback four-cylinder. With front-wheel drive, two of the Edge's three available engines are rated 21 and 22 mpg combined, but the third gets 24 mpg. The Santa Fe Sport gets 22 or 23 mpg, and the Grand Cherokee gets 17 or 20 mpg with gasoline (a diesel version is rated 25 mpg combined with rear-wheel drive and 24 mpg with four-wheel drive). (Note that a redesigned 2015 Ford Edge will hit showrooms early in 2015 and is expected to have higher mileage than the current, 2014 model.) Ease of carrying cargo is the Outback's final — and I'd argue biggest — strength. Despite the car's 8.7-inch ground clearance, the cargo area is easy to load things into because the load floor isn't too high off the ground. And the larger doorsill step is always welcome when putting something on the roof. So, yes — with a price that's competitive with other crossovers, the Outback offers better mileage and greater utility. But, as always, there is a catch. The Outback has made strides in terms of comfort and quality of cabin materials, but it's still not as refined as it could be. It lacks that last little bit of interior quality and overall refinement that sets the best apart from the very good. With this redesign, it's now better able to complete with European wagon competitors from Volkswagen, Audi, Volvo and BMW, but I don't see it being able to pull in many of those buyers based on its interior. Subaru owners might not care about this, though, preferring instead to focus on utility. In that way, the Outback doesn't disappoint. But if Subaru wants to continue to grow, a focus on the last little details will help it greatly. Source：http://www.cars.com/subaru/outback/2015/expert-reviews?reviewId=61546 auto scan tool car diagnostic tools porsche piwis ii |
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