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2019 GENESIS G70 SPECS
Genesis is still cutting its teeth as a stand-alone brand, but don’t let that fool you into thinking they haven’t brought a capable TYPE
contender to take on their European counterparts. Their G70 arrives making a singularly bold statement. A benchmark- Compact Luxury Sedan
breaking integration of athletic styling, performance and smart technology, designed to not only anticipate driver needs DRIVETRAIN
and expectations, but define them. Combining striking looks with a performance footing, the G70’s exceptionally low center 2.0-liter Turbo Inline
of gravity creates a wide, dramatic stance. The sleek profile follows through, creating a powerful visual momentum drawing 4-cylinder w/255 HP
your eye from the aggressive crosshatched grille to the sporty dual exhaust tips. There are two engine options available: a or 3.3-liter Twin-Turbo
turbocharged 2.0-liter inline 4-cylinder and a twin-turbocharged 3.3-liter V-6, available in either rear-wheel or all-wheel- V-6 w/365 HP, 6-speed
drive configurations. Transmission offerings consist of either a 6-speed manual gearbox or an 8-speed automatic. Inside Manual or 8-speed
the cabin you’ll find luxurious appointments with the
technology today’s drivers are looking for, including Automatic
available Heads-up Display, a Surround View FUEL ECONOMY
Monitor and large screen navigation. Safety 18-22 City /
and awareness are enhanced, leaving you 25-30 Hwy
completely connected to both the G70 and the BASE PRICE
surrounding world.
$34,900
SPECS 2019 GMC SIERRA DENALI
TYPE GMC’s Sierra Denali has been redesigned from the ground up, adding more size, style and functionality to an already impressive
Full-size Pickup pickup. The Sierra Denali comes complete with some industry-first tricks up its sleeves, including the MutliPro Tailgate, which
DRIVETRAIN offers six functions and positions for enhanced second-tier loading and load-stop solutions. Another industry-first is the
5.3-liter V-8, 355-HP / CarbonPro carbon fiber cargo box, developed to enhance durability, efficiency and functionality. The Sierra Denali’s standard
6.2-liter V-8, 420-HP power plant is a 5.3-liter V-8 with Dynamic Fuel Management producing 355-hp and 383 lb-ft of torque, which is mated to an
8-speed Automatic / 8-speed automatic transmission. If more power is on your list, you can opt for the 6.2-liter V-8 which produces a class-leading 420-
10-speed Automatic hp and 460 lb-ft of torque, featuring a 10-speed automatic transmission. There’s also a 3.0-liter turbo-diesel option that will come
FUEL ECONOMY later. Two-wheel drive is standard and four-wheel drive is available. Offered exclusively as a crew cab, there’s comfortable seating
17 City / 23 Hwy for five with luxurious touches such as premium Forge leather-appointed
seating, authentic open-pore ash wood trim and dark-finish aluminum
15 City / 20 Hwy décor. Technology includes a Premium Bose Audio System as standard
BASE PRICE equipment, GMC infotainment system with 8-inch touchscreen
$54,700 interface, embedded navigation, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto,
advanced voice recognition, in-vehicle apps and personalized
profiles. 4G LTE capability is built-in, and a remote vehicle
starting system is standard.
2019 HONDA PASSPORT SPECS
TYPE
It’s been a while since Honda marketed an SUV under the Passport moniker, and a lot has changed since it was last used in the Midsize SUV
early 2000s. The all-new Passport is aimed at those seeking adventure, those who don’t need quite as much space offered by the DRIVETRAIN
Honda Pilot, who also desire the rugged character of a five-passenger SUV. Unlike the previous Passport, this one is all Honda. It’s 3.5-liter Direct-Injected
powered by a 3.5-liter direct-injected V-6 which is mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission. Horsepower is rated at 280 with V-6, 280-HP, 9-speed
262 lb-ft of torque. All models get Honda’s Idle-Stop System, aimed at improving fuel efficiency. The Passport is available with Automatic Transmission
Honda’s i-VTM4 torque-vectoring all-wheel drive system, and it rides higher than its Pilot stablemate. Off-roading was clearly a
consideration as the Passport boasts an off-road ready approach angle of 21.4 degrees and a departure angle of 27.6 degrees w/Paddle Shifters (All-
on the AWD models. Towing capacity is rated up to 5,000 pounds. wheel drive available)
On the inside, the Passport provides class-leading passenger FUEL ECONOMY
volume with high-quality, attractive interior components. The 20 City / 25 Hwy (2WD)
instrument panel is a 7-inch TFT screen with a customizable 19 City / 24 Hwy (AWD)
interface, providing the driver with a wide range of vehicle BASE PRICE
information and entertainment functions. On EX-L trims and
above, there’s an 8-inch infotainment display placed in the $31,990
center of the dash, and features such as Apple CarPlay and
Android Auto are included.
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