BMW 3 Series:

What BMW 3 Series is offering for the year 2015?

We have some standard and optional equipment changes in store from the 2015 BMW 3 Series. Most prominently Bluetooth audio connectivity has been added as a standard all across the model line, navigation, heated front seats and a sun roof.

Introduction:

Ask any one to name a sport sedan and spontaneous response will be “BMW 3 Series”. Looking at this year’s lineup, the car may be known to synonymous to variety.

Wagon or Sedan, all wheel or rear wheel drive, with diesel, gasoline or hybrid electric cars, the 2015 BMW 3 Series is going to attract a variety of car savvy, along with the entry level luxury car shoppers. Moreover with the nicest interior features, sporty handling reputation and overall fun driving experience will meet the requirements as well. Though the current generation looks for the comfort in ride as compared to the previous versions, but 2015 BMW 3 Series is enjoyable whether the customers seek out for the driving fun or to travel comfortably.

The 2015 BMW 3 Series, has been offered with three gasoline engines i.e. two four-cylinders, a six cylinder and all turbocharged. The recently added 328d model with its diesel powered four-cylinder offers impressive EPA rating in the Sedan with 37 miles per gallon combined. The diesel is not slow as well. It went from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just 7 seconds. But whatever the favorite remains the 328i. It is because of its fuel economy, value and unbeatable mix of power.

Though high fuel economy of the diesel makes the vehicle a strong choice for the customers but at the same time pricey Active Hybrid 3 makes it a doubtful final choice. No doubt every other 2015 BMW 3 Series wagon or sedan is worth considering to be bought. No doubt there are strong competitors and rivals in this segment in every possible manner. But at the same time it is also an admitted fact that no other car can match the combination of fantastic road manners, efficiency and outright refinement of BMW. Along with so many combinations and comprehensive options lists, 2015 BMW 3 Series will definably complement your driving style, personality and budget.

Body styles, trims and options:

The 2015 BMW 3 Series is available in the market in wagon as well as sedan body styles. Sedans came in 320i, 328i, 328d and Active Hybrid 3 trim levels. For almost all of these, BMW offers all wheel drive versions and labels it as “xDrive”. On the other hand Wagon is only available in 328i xDrive and 328d xDrive trims.

Standard Features for 320i:

Entry level 320i includes the following stand features:

• 17-inch alloy wheels
• automatic headlights
• foglights
• remote entry
• push-button start
• automatic wipers
• cruise control
• dual-zone automatic climate control
• six-way manually adjustable front seats
• leatherette premium vinyl upholstery
• a leather-wrapped tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel
• Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity
• the iDrive electronics interface
• a 6.5-inch display and a premium nine-speaker sound system with a CD player
• HD radio
• an auxiliary audio jack
• an iPod/USB audio interface

328i Sedan:

This model adds a powerful version of the 320i’s engine. Other features offered by this model are as follows:

·         Auto-dimming rearview and side mirrors

·         heated side mirrors, wood trim

·         eight-way power-adjustable front seats

·         driver memory functions

·         split-folding rear seats

The 28i and 328d wagons are very well equipped in the same way as their sedans and come with panoramic sunroof.

In the very same way 335i Sedan and Active hybrid have unique power strains. Tough both of these come with the following features:

·         18-inch alloy wheels

·         adaptive xenon headlights

·         LED accent lights

·         a sunroof

Option packages:

Talking about the option packages for the 2015 BMW 3 Series, they include the following:

·         Keyless ignition and entry (including foot-activated trunk or tailgate opening)

·         four-way power lumbar for the front seats

·         the sunroof (if not already included)

·         satellite radio

·         leather upholstery

Technology Package:

It includes:

·         Voice-controlled navigation system

·         a higher-resolution 8.8-inch display screen

·         a touchpad iDrive controller

·         a color head-up display

·      BMW Online with MyInfo (provides news and info to the car)

·         BMW Apps (connectivity for select smartphone apps)

·         BMW Remote Services

Performance and power strains:

Six-speed manual is available on Sedans while the wagon comes only with an eight speed automatic transmission.  Automatic equipped 3 series cars with M sport or sport package have a sport version of the transmission along with the steering wheel paddles. Different models have different fuel economy values and no doubt all of them are pretty much impressive and attractive for the car buyers in every sense and manner.

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 2015:

What is new for year 2015?

The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution lost its Recaro sports seat for the year 2015. At the same time the MR trim is offered as a standard along with a few optional items available previously. These features include keyless entry and ignition, Rockford Fosgate audio system and an auto dimming rear view. New heated side mirrors along with the integrated turn signals and new front cup holders have been added in all the models.

Introduction:

Taking the spin of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, one can easily know about the specific audience of the car i.e. car enthusiasts. This compact sedan is known to be built for the people who like to drive fast and hard. The all wheel drive systems enables the tires to be glued to any surface while turbocharged four-cylinder ensures that plenty of power on the tap.

The Evo offers an array of available features and this includes the touchscreen navigation system. The main rival of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is 2015 Subaru WRX STI. Though there are certain features that lack in the vehicle yet it is die hard choice for the people who love to drive hard and fast and who place handling and speed above all.

Body styles, trim levels, and options:

The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is no doubt a high performance car, i.e. compact sedan. It is available in MR and GRM trim levels.

Standard equipment on GSR:

Standard equipment on GSR includes the following features:

·         18-inch alloy wheels

·         Fog lights

·         heated side mirrors

·         automatic climate control

·         cruise control

·         a leather-wrapped tilt-only steering wheel

·         Mitsubishi's Fuse electronics interface with voice controls

·         Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity

·         a 6.1-inch touch screen display

·         a six-speaker sound system with a CD player, HD radio

·         an auxiliary audio jack

·         an iPod/USB audio interface

·         satellite radio

MR:

The features offered by the MR are as follows:

·         lighter-weight BBS forged alloy wheels

·         two-piece front brake rotors

·         upgraded suspension dampers and springs

·         xenon headlights

·         automatic windshield wipers

·         different exterior trim

·         keyless entry and ignition

·         a nine-speaker Rockford Fosgate sound system

·         an auto-dimming rearview mirror

·         an upgraded center console

The GSR has sound and sight package. It also adds the features like xenon head lights of MR, Rockford Fosgate sound system and keyless entry. Other features that are offered by GSR includes premium package with the sight and sound contents along with the sun roof, head front seats, leather upholstery and sound insulation added. Similarly, on the other hand exterior package offers side and front air arms, brake air guides, rear corner extensions and a spoiler extension.

Similarly MR offers a touring package including the sun roof, heated front seats, leather upholstery and added sound insulation.

Both the trims have optional rear parking sensors, a 7-inch touch screen and a navigation system.

Performance and power strains:

Every Lancer Evolution 2015 is well adorned and powered with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engines It pumps out 300-pound feet of torque and 291 horsepower. The GSR offers only a five speed manual transmission and on the other hand, MR comes up with the astounding six speed dual clutch manual transmission along with the shift paddles on the steering column. With the help of an advanced all wheel drive system, power is sent to all the four wheels. Acceleration in both the Evo’s is impressive. GSR sprints from 0 to 60, just in 4.4 seconds while MR does it in 5 seconds only. Similarly estimated fuel economy stands at 19 miles per gallon combines i.e. 17 miles per gallon within the city and 23 miles per gallon on high way for the GSR. On the other hand for MR this value is 19 miles per gallon combined, i.e. 17 miles per gallon within the city and 22 miles per gallon on the highway.

Safety Features:

If we talk about the safety features for the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 2015, then these include the following:

·         antilock brakes

·         Stability control

·         traction control

·         front seat side airbags

·         full-length side curtain airbags

·         a driver knee airbag

Optional features include rear parking sensors.

Interior design:

Most of the interior materials are just the same that are found in the regular lancer. Soft touch panels are standard in Evo while on Lancer these panels are optional. AT the same time on the other hand, it is an admitted fact that most of the controls are easily accessible and user friendly to be operated. Moreover, standard Fuse voice control system allows navigation and certain audio functions act in hands free manner.

Evo unlike the other Lancer does not fold down. For better weight distribution battery and the washer fluid have been located to the trunk.

Ford Focus 2015:

What is new for the year 2015?

For the year 2015 the Ford Focus has been introduced with a complete makeover. It includes safety systems and infotainment along with the new fuel efficient engine and changes in its interior, exterior.

Introduction:

Ford has not always been a strong entity when it is about compact car segment but at the same time Focus sedan and hatchback are known to be improving when it is about performance, features and looks in every sense and manner. Talking about the exterior the car has been adorned with a hood that has been re-styled, trunk lid, LED signature lighting, and grille. As far as the interior is concerned, the car has been updated with an improved dash layout and materials. For cold season, there is now heated steering wheel.

Standard choice of two transmission and four cylinder engine remain unchanged for the 2015 Ford Focus. But the vehicle has been well adorned with the turbocharged three-cylinder “Eco Boost” engine. Previous SFE package has been replaced by it. Also the vehicle promises to be a fuel efficient vehicle and to top the cars in this segment. Engineers at Ford came up with recalibrated suspension, some new safety options i.e. lane departure warning and blind spot monitoring, made a rare view camera etc. Automated parallel parking system, MyFord touch infotainment controls have been returned in the vehicle.

Just like earlier versions, the 2015 Ford Focus is offered in a number of trim levels. Also, as it is available either in from of a four door sedan or hatchback, therefore it will be attracting a variety of buyers.

Body styles, trim levels, and options in the 2015 Ford Focus:

The 2015 Ford Focus is a compact vehicle that is available in four-door hatchback as well as in sedan. Mainly there are three trim levels available, i.e. Titanium, SE, S, and the Focus Electric.

The S model:

The S model is the only vehicle that is offered as Sedan. It offers the following features:

·         15-inch steel wheels

·         keyless entry

·         manual air-conditioning

·         power front windows

·         power mirrors and locks

·         integrated blind-spot mirrors

·         driver seat i.e. height adjustable

·         60/40 split-folding rear seats

·         Telescoping and a tilt steering wheel

·         Ford's MyKey (to limit speeds, audio volume, etc. for additional drivers)

·         a rearview camera with 4.2-inch display

·         Ford's Sync voice-activated phone

·         audio player interface (includes Bluetooth)

·         a four-speaker sound system with a CD player and auxiliary audio jack

The SE Model:

This model offers the underlined features:

·         16-inch alloy wheels

·         automatic headlights

·         cruise control

·         power rear windows

·         a trip computer

·         rear air vents

·         additional front headrest adjustments

·         a six-speaker sound system

·         steering-wheel-mounted audio controls

Optional package:

The optional package for SE includes the following features:

·         17-inch dark-painted aluminum wheels

·         rear disc brakes

·         LED running lights

·         foglamps, a rear spoiler (sedan)

·         ambient interior lighting

·         leather upholstery

·         a six-way power driver seat along with the power lumbar

·         an overhead console

·         rear center armrest and satellite radio

The SE Sport package:

This package includes the following features:

·         17-inch aluminum wheels

·         rear disc brakes

·         a body kit, fog lights

·         paddle shifters

·         sport cloth seats

·         leather-wrapped steering wheel

The SE EcoBoost Pakcgae:

The SE EcoBoost package adds this but at the same time the vehicle needs a manual transition. It does with the three-cylinder turbo charged engine.

The Focus Titanium:

The Titanium has the following features:

·         Upgraded exterior and interior trim

·         remote start

·         keyless ignition

·         entry, hill-start assist

·         rear parking sensors

·         HD radio

The Titanium Technology Package:  

This package includes:

·         automatic high-beam headlight control

·         a blind-spot warning system

·         rear cross-traffic alert

·         lane-departure warning

·         lane keeping assist

·         Automatic parallel parking assist

·         the navigation system

·         a sunroof

Performance and power strain:

The Ford Focus 2015, is a front wheel drive with a 2.0-liter cylinder engine. It comes up with 160 horsepower and 146 pound feet of torque. The SE and S models have five speed manual transmission as standard and optional six speed automatic transmission.

The estimated fuel economy value for the Ford Focus 2015 with the automatic transmission is 31 miles per gallon. When with manual the value becomes 30 miles per gallon combined. For SE EcoBoost, the estimated value is 33 miles per gallon combined. It makes 148 lb ft of torque and 123 horse power.

Safety features:

Safety features offered by the vehicle are as follows:

·         Antilock brakes (rear drums on S and SE; rear discs on the others)

·         stability control

·         a driver knee airbag

·         front side airbags

·         side curtain airbags

·         The Ford Sync system (available on all Focus models),

·         an emergency crash notification feature (it dials 911 automatically if it is paired with a cell phone)

A rearview camera