Showing posts with label 2015. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 2015. Show all posts
Sunday, March 29, 2015
2015 Grand Cherokee Release Date and Review
2015 Grand Cherokee Release Date Review, 2015 grand cherokee will become the foremost needed SUV for all individuals. individuals actually need to grasp the new generation of Grand Cherokee from machine. As we all know machine is one in every of best machine manufactures within the world. In 2015 machine plans to unharness 2015 machine Wrangler unlimited with diesel motor system and additionally 2015 machine Grand Cherokee to any or all countries. All individuals actually need to grasp some changes which will be in dire straits the new Grand Cherokee. the majority say that this new SUV from machine can become the simplest SUV within the future time. This SUV is planned to introduce next year. Before you purchase this automobile, its sensible for you to see the detail data concerning this automobile 1st.
2015 Grand Cherokee Design
The design of Grand Cherokee 2015 are going to be created higher than the previous motorcar Grand Cherokee. the planning is formed so as to feature response from this automotive. The new Grand Cherokee are going to be engineered with Alfa’s platform. within the exterior of this automotive, youll notice some refreshments particularly within the grille and conjointly headlights. youll get elegant headlights from this automotive. All lines during this automotive are going to be created in fashionable and conjointly artistic movement. thats why some folks decision that this new Grand Cherokee are going to be totally different from the previous generation. however regarding interior of this automotive? the {inside} of this automotive are going to be created with top quality materials and conjointly all folks can feel snug inside this car. There ar some best components within this automotive like the dashboard, bluetooth, motion picture system, and a few different things. This automotive are going to be completed with best safety options which will cause you to feel safe to drive to any or all places. we will conclude that motorcar offers new vogue for the new motorcar Grand Cherokee.
2015 Grand Cherokee Engine
How regarding the engine system of this automobile? we tend to neer grasp the performance of this car before we tend to check the engine system data. New auto Grand Cherokee can use three.0 L with V6 turbo diesel system. The diesel can manufacture a minimum of 240 H.P. and conjointly 420 pound linear unit. theres 8–speed automatic drive. we are going to recover engine system and conjointly fuel economy system. The diesel system can facilitate to provide powerful speed. youll be able to bring your automobile to all or any places that you simply need anytime you would like. For all of you United Nations agency have an interest in shopping for this automobile, you want to twiddling my thumbs as a result of auto can unleash New Grand Cherokee within the finish of 2014 or early 2015.
Saturday, March 28, 2015
2015 Buick LaCrosse Quick Video Review
Hardly, this is just a quick look at the 2015 Buick LaCrosse thats leaving GCBC Towers today. But this video may be the first step towards real video production at GCBC, so well see where it all leads.
GCBCs full review of the LaCrosse is likely about ten days away, with the next review to be published at GCBC involving the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta TDI.
2015 Ferrari 488 GTB
2015 Ferrari 488 GTB at the motor show in Geneva
For many years at Ferrari wanted to know nothing more of the turbo engine, but now the Italians seem to have to bow to the downsizing and turbo pressure. In the evolution of the Ferrari 458 Italia beating already known from the California T V8 biturbo engine. However, the 3.9 liter for use in the mid-engine sports enthusiasts was again revised significantly. The bottom line of the eight-cylinder engine produces 670 hp, which bear only at 8,000 tours and sends a maximum torque of 760 Nm at 3000 / min. conditions dual clutch transmission.
Thus, the Ferrari 488 GTB surpasses the 458 clearly what is also reflected in the performance. Ferrari promises even three seconds for the sprint from zero to 100 km / h, 8.3 to 200 and more than 335 km / h. The Fiorano track to the Ferrari 488 GTB in 1:23 min. circumnavigate. Ah yes, the fuel consumption is given as 11.4 liters, the dry weight is said to be 1370 kg.
Ferrari 488 GTB with a completely new aerodynamics
The optical changes to the Ferrari 488 GTB mainly concern the front and the air intakes on the flanks. Similar to the historical model 308 GTB the intake ports start in the pages already in the doors, but grow in front of the rear wheels on almost gigantic proportions. A close plated wing then divides the air flow. Were also enlarged air intakes in the front. In addition, the cooling air must pass directly behind the front bumper back on the hood. A double lip spoiler to increase downforce. Vortex channels on the lower floor, a new rear spoiler and active aerodynamics at the diffuser elements have the same goal. To give more space to the diffuser, exhaust tailpipes had to move upward. Overall, the Ferrari 488 GTB should have won against the 458 by 50% of output and also have a significantly reduced air resistance.
But even with the electronic helpers Ferrari has refilled. The drift assistant was further refined and links next to the traction control and the E-differential with electronically controlled dampers. In the interior of the Ferrari 488 GTB keep new instruments and a new infotainment system tray.
Photo Credit: © Ferrari
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For many years at Ferrari wanted to know nothing more of the turbo engine, but now the Italians seem to have to bow to the downsizing and turbo pressure. In the evolution of the Ferrari 458 Italia beating already known from the California T V8 biturbo engine. However, the 3.9 liter for use in the mid-engine sports enthusiasts was again revised significantly. The bottom line of the eight-cylinder engine produces 670 hp, which bear only at 8,000 tours and sends a maximum torque of 760 Nm at 3000 / min. conditions dual clutch transmission.
Thus, the Ferrari 488 GTB surpasses the 458 clearly what is also reflected in the performance. Ferrari promises even three seconds for the sprint from zero to 100 km / h, 8.3 to 200 and more than 335 km / h. The Fiorano track to the Ferrari 488 GTB in 1:23 min. circumnavigate. Ah yes, the fuel consumption is given as 11.4 liters, the dry weight is said to be 1370 kg.
Ferrari 488 GTB with a completely new aerodynamics
The optical changes to the Ferrari 488 GTB mainly concern the front and the air intakes on the flanks. Similar to the historical model 308 GTB the intake ports start in the pages already in the doors, but grow in front of the rear wheels on almost gigantic proportions. A close plated wing then divides the air flow. Were also enlarged air intakes in the front. In addition, the cooling air must pass directly behind the front bumper back on the hood. A double lip spoiler to increase downforce. Vortex channels on the lower floor, a new rear spoiler and active aerodynamics at the diffuser elements have the same goal. To give more space to the diffuser, exhaust tailpipes had to move upward. Overall, the Ferrari 488 GTB should have won against the 458 by 50% of output and also have a significantly reduced air resistance.
But even with the electronic helpers Ferrari has refilled. The drift assistant was further refined and links next to the traction control and the E-differential with electronically controlled dampers. In the interior of the Ferrari 488 GTB keep new instruments and a new infotainment system tray.
Photo Credit: © Ferrari
Friday, March 27, 2015
2015 Audi S6 Avant Release Date Performance Review
2015 Audi S6 Avant Release Date Performance Review - Audis storming 4.0 V8 twin-turbo S6 gets some more power and supplies, and lower discharges for 2015. The Audi S6 Avant has been the go to decision for anybody requiring a genuinely all climate competent supercar with five entryways. When it initially appeared, it made a remarkable mix of AWD execution, pull, and reasonableness. In spite of its influential position in the commercial center, Audi has executed the model twice since it appeared in 2002.
2015 Audi S6 Avant Release Date Performance Review
The Audi S6 is gone for the individuals who think the standard diesel A6 models are a bit excessively abate and exhausting, however that cant extend to the fearsome RS6. This 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 rendition of the S6 has been around for several years, and with this cosmetic touch up brings significantly more power up by 30bhp to 444bhp while emanations are lower and you get more standard gear. It holds the same quattro four-wheel drive framework, versatile air suspension and seven-velocity, double grasp programmed gearbox.
2015 Audi S6 Avant Release Date Performance Review
Likewise with the past S6, the way it goes up the street truly relies on upon which setting you browse the standard Drive Select framework. The motor feels genuinely laid back in Comfort mode, reacting easily and making the huge Audi feel unwinding around town. Theres even an Eco setting, which new for the cosmetic touch up has a drifting mode that de-couples the motor when you lift off the throttle, so you dont have any motor braking and can move for good separations without utilizing any fuel. Just returning weight on the throttle re-captivates the motor, which kicks in easily with no ungraceful shunt.
Putting the S6 in Sport is similar to infusing it with a tremendous measurements of adrenaline. It holds lower gears, so youre generally in the steadily capable mid-scope of the huge V8 motor, and it sparks the proportions pretty much quickly. Everything feels tauter and all the more profoundly hung. The issue is that, with all that power on tap, you feel it ought to have some delicacy and games auto deftness to its taking care of, however theres next to no of that. The directing is substantial however doesnt provide for every one of you that much input, keeping in mind theres masses of hold to play with, the S6 dependably feels like an overwhelming auto.
Ride solace is a bit suspect, as well. At lower speeds, and in spite of standard air suspension, the S6 still feels immovably sprung, so you feel any sharp-edged potholes as a bang and shudder through the lodge. It settles well at higher rates, however, making the S6 a crushingly able long separation cruiser. Its refined, as well. This face-lifted model gets another acoustic coated windscreen and front side windows, so theres less wind vacillate, and the motor is astonishingly refined at low revs at an unfaltering voyage. The wide tires kick-up a lot of street clamor, however, which is the most perceptible commotion in the lodge on a long run.
2015 Audi S6 Avant Release Date Performance Review
The A6 has one of the best inner parts in this class, so the way that the S6 hasnt been adjusted much over the standard auto yet for a carbon fiber impact trim completion is no issue. Regardless it feels upmarket, with delicate touch materials all round. Theres a lot of space actually for extremely tall drivers, and the 14 way electrically customizable seats make it truly simple to discover the ideal driving position. Its decently prepared, getting warmed cowhide seats and four zone atmosphere control. You additionally get journey control, keyless section and begin, auto lights and wipers, sat-nav, Bluetooth and a USB association that incorporates full iPod or MP3 player control through the autos 6.5-inch shading screen.
New LED headlights are a gimmick on this face lifted S6, and you get 19-inch combinations as standard. Its simply a disgrace that despite everything you need to pay £1625 additional to get the greater 8.0-inch infotainment screen and redesigned sat-nav and online usefulness, and you likewise need to pay £1000 to get a 14-speaker Bose sound framework over the standard six speaker framework, both of which you may think the S6 warrants as standard gear provided for its elevated value and position in the reach. Those in the back will be agreeable on the grounds that theres heaps of head and legroom, while the boot in the S6 cantina is profound and will take a car of huge bags, despite the fact that they wont be so natural to load through the letterbox molded boot opening. In the event that convey huge burdens is prone to be an incessant need, the domain bodied S6 Avant could be better for your reason.
2015 Audi S6 Avant Release Date Performance Review
On the off chance that you particularly need a four-wheel drive, superior petrol cantina, there arent numerous different alternatives at this execution and cost. Given the S6s great refinement, ruthless pace and luxurious inner part, youre barely settling for something that doesnt feel worth the cash. Notwithstanding, in case youre eager to relinquish the four-wheel drive, theres a cluster of choices. For example, on the off chance that you can live with a somewhat littler auto, yet one that can at present convey four grown-ups and a lot of baggage, a programmed BMW M3 costs not exactly £3000 more than the S6, yet offers execution and taking care of on a competely distinctive level.
Just as, if the M3 is a bit excessively brash for you, wed recommend maintaining a strategic distance from the BMW 550i that is the direct adversary to the S6, and try for the 535i rather its more than £11,000 less expensive than the S6 and the 550i, and handles more sweetly than the enormous Audi, yet still packs a genuine punch as far as its execution. In the event that, in the learning of each one of those better choices, despite everything you feel the S6 is for you, you wont be frustrated. Its precisely what youd anticipate that it will be, pretty much the length of youre not trusting for sparkling taking care.
Wednesday, March 25, 2015
Top 20 Best Selling SUVs In Canada February 2015
South of the border, Escape sales also declined in a fast-growing market, and the perennial number two (the Honda CR-V is the traditional U.S. leader) dropped to fifth place.
Yet even with fast-rising Toyota RAV4 volume and steadily growing sales of the Honda CR-V and Nissan Rogue, the Escape fended off its February challengers. Through two months - the slowest two months on the Canadian auto sales calendar - the Escape is a scant 39 units ahead of the Toyota.
Canadas leading three-row utility vehicle in February was the 15th-ranked Nissan Pathfinder, sales of which grew 30% to 702, 100 more than the Toyota Highlander achieved. Three vehicles which are available with third-row seating outsold the Pathfinder last month: Rogue, Journey, and Sorento.
No premium brand SUV or crossover cracked the top 20 list in February. The leader among that group was the 24th-ranked Acura RDX (up 16% to 406), just six sales ahead of the Audi Q5 (down 17%) and 27 sales ahead of the Lexus RX (down 16%).
Historical monthly and yearly sales figures for any of these best-selling SUVs and crossovers can always be accessed through the dropdown menu at GCBCs Sales Stats page, and for those not viewing the mobile version of this site, near the top right of this page, as well. GoodCarBadCar has already published the list of Canadas best-selling trucks in February 2015 and will shortly publish a list of Canadas most popular cars.
January 2015 • February 2014
Rank | Best-Selling SUV/Crossover | February 2015 | February 2014 | % Change | 2015 YTD | 2014 YTD | % Change |
#1 | Ford Escape | 2354 | 2750 | -14.4% | 4829 | 5347 | -9.7% |
#2 | Toyota RAV4 | 2289 | 1966 | 16.4% | 4790 | 4126 | 16.1% |
#3 | Honda CR-V | 2286 | 2213 | 3.3% | 4149 | 3650 | 13.7% |
#4 | Nissan Rogue | 1891 | 1737 | 8.9% | 3765 | 3609 | 4.3% |
#5 | Dodge Journey | 1582 | 1502 | 5.3% | 2782 | 3452 | -19.4% |
#6 | Hyundai Santa Fe Sport * | 1575 | 1536 | 2.5% | 2943 | 2825 | 4.2% |
#7 | Jeep Cherokee | 1474 | 1358 | 8.5% | 2877 | 2668 | 7.8% |
#8 | Hyundai Tucson | 1279 | 795 | 60.9% | 1917 | 1618 | 18.5% |
#9 | Mazda CX-5 | 1275 | 1183 | 7.8% | 2329 | 2143 | 8.7% |
#10 | Jeep Wrangler | 1241 | 1317 | -5.8% | 2424 | 2126 | 14.0% |
#11 | Chevrolet Equinox | 1077 | 1252 | -14.0% | 1879 | 2382 | -21.1% |
#12 | Kia Sorento | 962 | 776 | 24.0% | 2017 | 1640 | 23.0% |
#13 | Volkswagen Tiguan | 745 | 748 | -0.4% | 1415 | 1395 | 1.4% |
#14 | Jeep Patriot | 743 | 395 | 88.1% | 1186 | 698 | 69.9% |
#15 | Nissan Pathfinder | 702 | 538 | 30.5% | 1289 | 1160 | 11.1% |
#16 | Subaru Forester | 655 | 787 | -16.8% | 1362 | 1595 | -14.6% |
#17 | Jeep Grand Cherokee | 607 | 703 | -13.7% | 1376 | 1494 | -7.9% |
#18 | Toyota Highlander | 602 | 645 | -6.7% | 1232 | 1036 | 18.9% |
#19 | Ford Explorer | 567 | 581 | -2.4% | 1061 | 1178 | -9.9% |
#20 | GMC Terrain | 558 | 576 | -3.1% | 1018 | 1210 | -15.9% |
* Total Santa Fe Sport/Santa Fe XL: up 6.8% to 2007 in February; up 5.5% to 3606 YTD.
Outback? GCBC lists that vehicle with cars, but if youd prefer to think of it as an SUV or crossover it would have ranked 15th in February 2015.
RECOMMENDED READING
Top 20 Best-Selling SUVs In Canada - January 2015
Top 20 Best-Selling SUVs In Canada - February 2014
Canada Auto Sales Brand Rankings - February 2015 YTD
Top 20 Best-Selling Cars In America - February 2015
Top 30 Best-Selling Vehicles In Canada - February 2015
Top 13 Best-Selling Pickup Trucks In Canada - February 2015 YTD
Commercial Van Sales In Canada January 2015
• Canada Vehicle Sales Rankings By Model - January 2015
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Leading the class in January is also not as difficult a feat as it will be in, for example, May, when last years fifth-month sales were 156% stronger than first-month sales.
The Ram Cargo Van owned less than 8% of total commercial van sales in May of last year, when it ranked sixth overall.
But the commercial van category is in a state of upheaval at the moment. As traditional leader Ford replaces its E-Series with the Transit - the best seller in America in January - and General Motors adds a Nissan NV200 copy to its fleet and FCA/Chrysler Group begins marketing the Fiat Doblo as a ProMaster City and sees its Grand Caravan/Town & Country/Cargo Van factory temporarily shut down in Windsor, its difficult to forecast the results from one month down the road, let alone five or six.
You can click any model name in the tables below to find historical monthly and yearly Canadian auto sales data. You can also select a make and model at GCBCs Sales Stats page. These tables are now sortable, so you can rank commercial vans any which way you like. Suggestions on how GCBC should break down segments can be passed on through the Contact page.
Click Column Headers To Sort • February 2015 • December 2014 • January 2014
Van | January 2015 | January 2014 | % Change | 2015 YTD | 2014 YTD | % Change |
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Chevrolet Express ³ | 162 | 186 | -12.9% | 162 | 186 | -12.9% |
Chevrolet City Express ² | 50 | --- | --- | 50 | --- | --- |
Ford E-Series ³ | 109 | 349 | -57.3% | 109 | 349 | -57.3% |
Ford Transit ³ | 319 | --- | --- | 319 | --- | --- |
Ford Transit Connect ² | 202 | 60 | 237% | 202 | 60 | 237% |
GMC Savana ³ | 172 | 182 | -5.5% | 172 | 182 | -5.5% |
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter ³ | 311 | 242 | 28.5% | 311 | 242 | 28.5% |
Nissan NV ³ | 60 | 44 | 36.4% | 60 | 44 | 36.4% |
Nissan NV200 ² | 97 | 82 | 18.3% | 97 | 82 | 18.3% |
Ram Cargo Van ² | 409 | 262 | 56.1% | 409 | 262 | 56.1% |
Ram ProMaster ³ | 141 | 119 | 18.5% | 141 | 119 | 18.5% |
Ram ProMaster City ² | 46 | --- | --- | 46 | --- | --- |
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Full-Size Commercial Vans ³ | 1162 | 936 | 24.1% | 1162 | 936 | 24.1% |
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Small Commercial Vans ² | 916 | 590 | 55.3% | 916 | 590 | 55.3% |
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Total | 2078 | 1526 | 36.2% | 2078 | 1526 | 36.2% |
RECOMMENDED READING
Commercial Van Sales In Canada - February 2015 YTD
Commercial Van Sales In Canada - December & 2014 Year End
Commercial Van Sales In Canada - January 2014
Canada Auto Sales Brand Rankings - January 2015
Top 13 Best-Selling Trucks In Canada - January 2015
Minivan Sales In Canada - January 2015
Monday, March 23, 2015
2015 Volkswagen Golf GTD First Drive
Top Cars | 2015 Volkswagen Golf GTD First Drive | The 2015 Volkswagen Golf GTD is equipped like a GTI in almost every respect. That means a retuned suspension that sits a little over half an inch lower than a standard Golf, along with a variable steering ratio and an electronic limited-slip differential. The GTD also offers a three-mode Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) system that adjusts the dampers to "Comfort," "Normal" and "Sport" modes. Volkswagen says each of three modes has been calibrated specifically for the GTD, noting that even the softest "Comfort" setting is still more aggressive than the standard Golf setup.
Even with that in mind, the GTD isnt exactly pulled taut over its optional 18-inch wheels. Comfort mode is still soft enough to satisfy drivers coming out of a Camry, while even the stiffest "Sport" mode setting is still far from brittle. The changes are noticeable if you fling the GTD around a corner with any conviction, but we suspect that leaving the DCC system off the option sheet wont result in any serious loss of capability or comfort. Article source link
2015 Volkswagen GTD
2015 Volkswagen GTD
2015 Volkswagen GTD
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Saturday, March 21, 2015
Auto News For Thursday March 5 2015 GM Canada Is Discontinuing The Chevrolet Orlando
REVIEW
From the February 2015 edition of Car & Driver magazine, a minivan comparison. "But the biggest bummer of all is that your best option, if you think about it rationally, is to drive a minivan."
INSIDE THE AUTO BUSINESS
We found out GM Canada is discontinuing the Chevrolet Orlando. "Especially abrupt decreases in the fourth-quarter of 2014 were followed up by the nameplates two lowest-volume months ever in January and February 2015."
INSIDE THE COMMERCIAL VAN BUSINESS
INSIDE THE COMMERCIAL VAN BUSINESS
GCBC published an awful lot of February and year-to-date sales figures over the last couple days, all of which you can see under the February 2015 label. But, crazy as it sounds, you should really check out the commercial van story. They’re booming. GCBC was also able to bring Canadian best seller lists to the table much earlier in the month than has typically been the case thanks to assistance from Global Automakers Of Canada.
RECALL
Jaguar-Land Rover is recalling 28 Land Rover Range Rovers, Range Rover Sports, and LR4s for cracking wheel lug nuts.
WATCH
We didn’t go to the Geneva auto show, but evo’s Henry Catchpole did. Oh, the Ferrari 488 GTB. Oh.
Monday, March 16, 2015
Top 15 Best Selling Luxury Vehicles In America January 2015
As it ended 2014, so it began 2015: the BMW 3-Series and its 4-Series offshoot formed Americas best-selling luxury auto lineup in January 2015. Outsold by 779 units was Americas top-selling luxury utility vehicle, the Lexus RX.
• U.S. Vehicle Sales Rankings By Model - January 2015
The RX achieved a 17% year-over-year improvement despite sitting alongside a newer, more affordable competitor in its own showroom. Lexus also sold 2812 copies of the NX in January. Together, the RX and NX accounted for four out of every ten Lexus sales last month.
Only two of Americas top 15 best-selling luxury nameplates reported year-over-year declines in January. Both those vehicles, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and the Cadillac SRX, are in the midst of downward trending streaks. E-Class sales have tumbled in six consecutive months. The SRXs January drop was its seventh in a row.
Mercedes-Benz was, however, Americas leading luxury auto brand in January. Lexus trailed the three-pointed star by 1488 sales.
Historical monthly and yearly sales figures for any of these top-selling luxury vehicles can always be accessed through the dropdown menu at GCBCs Sales Stats page, and for those not viewing the mobile version of this site, near the top right of this page, as well.
February 2015 • December 2014 • January 2014
Rank | Premium Brand Vehicle | January 2015 | January 2014 | % Change | 2015 YTD | 2014 YTD | % Change |
#1 | BMW 3-Series & 4-Series * | 7348 | 6494 | 13.2% | 7348 | 6494 | 13.2% |
#2 | Lexus RX | 6569 | 5607 | 17.2% | 6569 | 5607 | 17.2% |
#3 | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 6236 | 5748 | 8.5% | 6236 | 5748 | 8.5% |
#4 | Acura MDX | 4381 | 4241 | 3.3% | 4381 | 4241 | 3.3% |
#5 | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 4336 | 5266 | -17.7% | 4336 | 5266 | -17.7% |
#6 | Lexus ES | 4080 | 3959 | 3.1% | 4080 | 3959 | 3.1% |
#7 | Acura RDX | 3517 | 2730 | 28.8% | 3517 | 2730 | 28.8% |
#8 | Cadillac SRX | 3485 | 4446 | -21.6% | 3485 | 4446 | -21.6% |
#9 | Lexus IS | 3375 | 3048 | 10.7% | 3375 | 3048 | 10.7% |
#10 | BMW 5-Series | 3359 | 3269 | 2.8% | 3359 | 3269 | 2.8% |
#11 | BMW X5 | 3214 | 2754 | 16.7% | 3214 | 2754 | 16.7% |
#12 | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | 3144 | 2824 | 11.3% | 3144 | 2824 | 11.3% |
#13 | Infiniti Q50 | 2966 | 2949 | 0.6% | 2966 | 2949 | 0.6% |
#14 | Audi Q5 | 2927 | 2774 | 5.5% | 2927 | 2774 | 5.5% |
#15 | Acura TLX | 2892 | --- | --- | 2892 | --- | --- |
Rank | Vehicles With Base Prices Above $45K | January 2015 | January 2014 | % Change | 2015 YTD | 2014 YTD | % Change |
#1 | Chevrolet Tahoe | 6607 | 3514 | 88.0% | 6607 | 3514 | 88.0% |
#2 | Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 4336 | 5266 | -17.7% | 4336 | 5266 | -17.7% |
#3 | Chevrolet Suburban | 4130 | 1705 | 142% | 4130 | 1705 | 142% |
#4 | BMW 5-Series | 3359 | 3269 | 2.8% | 3359 | 3269 | 2.8% |
#5 | BMW X5 | 3214 | 2754 | 16.7% | 3214 | 2754 | 16.7% |
#6 | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | 3144 | 2824 | 11.3% | 3144 | 2824 | 11.3% |
#7 | Cadillac Escalade | 2766 | 1110 | 149% | 2766 | 1110 | 149% |
Cadillac Escalade ^ | 1664 | 704 | 136% | 1664 | 704 | 136% | |
Cadillac Escalade ESV ^ | 1100 | 381 | 189% | 1100 | 381 | 189% | |
Cadillac Escalade EXT ^ | 2 | 25 | -92.0% | 2 | 25 | -92.0% | |
#8 | GMC Yukon | 2649 | 1287 | 106% | 2649 | 1287 | 106% |
#9 | Chevrolet Corvette | 2127 | 2261 | -5.9% | 2127 | 2261 | -5.9% |
#10 | Mercedes-Benz GL-Class | 2121 | 1541 | 37.6% | 2121 | 1541 | 37.6% |
#11 | GMC Yukon XL | 1965 | 865 | 127% | 1965 | 865 | 127% |
#12 | Lexus GX460 | 1803 | 1443 | 24.9% | 1803 | 1443 | 24.9% |
#13 | Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1752 | 1612 | 8.7% | 1752 | 1612 | 8.7% |
#14 | Lexus GS | 1679 | 1300 | 29.2% | 1679 | 1300 | 29.2% |
#15 | Mercedes-Benz S-Class | 1566 | 1281 | 22.2% | 1566 | 1281 | 22.2% |
$45,000 USD (before delivery) is an arbitrary borderline, but if GCBC was to follow this system of designating only expensive vehicles as luxury vehicles, adding approximately $15,000 to the average new car transaction price seemed like a fitting place to begin. Plenty of less expensive vehicles with specific models feature prices above $45,000 - M, RS, and AMG models come to mind, specifically - but in the case of the second list, we know that none of the registrations were of cars priced at $32,750, as would be the case with the new BMW 320i, which costs less than a Honda Accord V6 Touring. The biggest problem with a $45,000 minimum price of entry? Cars like the Cadillac XTS, which starts at $44,660.
* BMW USA, not GoodCarBadCar, has chosen to combine sales of the 3-Series and 4-Series. GCBC combines sales of the Audi A4 and Audi A4 Allroad. None-Allroad sales were down 29% to 1563 in January.
Cadillacs new CTS - 1698 January sales - starts at $45,100, but the lingering CTS Coupe is a sub-$40K car, and the wagon starts at $42,195.
RECOMMENDED READING
Top 15 Best-Selling Luxury Vehicles In America - February 2015
Top 15 Best-Selling Luxury Vehicles In America - December 2014
Top 15 Best-Selling Luxury Vehicles In America - 2014 Year End
Top 15 Best-Selling Luxury Vehicles In America - January 2014
Top 20 Best-Selling Cars In America - January 2015
Top 20 Best-Selling SUVs In America - January 2015
U.S. Auto Sales Brand Rankings - January 2015
Top 30 Best-Selling Vehicles In America - January 2015
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