The Toyota 4Runner is an SUV manufactured by Toyota and sold throughout the world from 1984 to the present. In Japan it was known as the Toyota Hilux Surf. The original 4Runner was a compact SUV and little more than a Toyota pickup truck with a fiberglass shell over the bed, but the model has since undergone significant independent development into a cross between a mid-size and a full-size SUV. All 4Runners have been built at Toyota's Tahara plant in Tahara, Aichi, Japan or at Hino Motors' Hamura, Japan plant, and in Brazil. Its mid-size crossover SUV counterpart is the Highlander. Toyota will redesign the 4Runner for the 2010 model year.
FIFTH GENERATION:
The fifth generation 4Runner was unveiled at the Texas State Fair on September 24, 2009. It is available in 3 iterations, 2 of which were available previously. The base SR5 model was well as the top-of-the-line Limited model are available as a 2WD or a 4WD. The new Trail Edition model is only available as a 4WD. The SR5 and Trail Edition 4WD's will receive a selectable drive system, while the Limited will have full-time 4WD. All models will come with A-TRAC. A carry-over 4.0 V6 is the only engine available, despite earlier rumors of a new 4.6L V8 being an option.
The Trail Edition trys to appeal to the original roots of the Toyota following by offering Toyota's Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (KDSS)which has previously only been available to premium vehicles, as well as a true-locking rear differential with crawl control.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Engine 4.0-liter DOHC 24-valve EFI dual independent VVT-i V6 270 hp @ 5600 rpm/278 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm Emission rating : LEV-II Ignition : Electronic, with Toyota Direct Ignition (TDI) standard Transmission : 5-speed Electronically Controlled automatic Transmission with intelligence (ECT-i) and sequential shift mode DIMENSIONS : Exterior Overall height, unloaded 71.5 Overall width 75.8 Overall length 189.9 Wheelbase : 109.8 Track (front/rear) 63.2/63.2 Interior Head room 39.3/38.6/34.3 Head room with moonroof 38.6/38.6/34.3 Shoulder room 57.8/57.8/57.7 Hip room 56.5/55.7/43.3 Leg room 41.7/32.9/29.3 Seating capacity (standard/with optional third-row seat): 5/7 Ground clearance (in.): 9.0 Curb weight (lb.): 4400 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) (lb.): 6100 Fuel tank (gal.) : 24.0 PRICE: MSRP: $29,175 - $39,800(yahoo esti) Invoice: $26,548 - $36,218(yahoo esti)
The Toyota Previa, also known as the Toyota Estima in Japan and the Toyota Tarago in Australia, is an MPV or multi-purpose vehicle (known as a minivan in North America) produced by Toyota Motor Corporation since 1990.
THIRD GENERATION:
The third generation was introduced in 2006 in the Japanese and Australian markets as Estima and Tarago, respectively, and as the Previa elsewhere. Features include an available second-generation Hybrid Synergy Drive drivetrain, automatic parallel and back-in parking, track-mounted second row reclining seats with footrests, and power-folding split third row seats. It was facelifted in 2009.G-BOOK was added to the list of optional features.
The second generation Estima Hybrid, currently only sold in Japan and Hong Kong, uses a drivetrain very similar to the Lexus RX400h with 3 electric motors - 2 for front-wheel drive (HSD) plus one for rear wheel drive.
As with the previous generation, the Australian version of the automobile continued to use a 2.4LI4 engine. In February 2007, a 3.5L V6 engine ( 202 kW (271 hp), 340 N·m (250 ft·lbf) torque) became available in order for the automobile to remain competitive against its main rivals in Australia, the Honda Odyssey, Kia Carnival and the Hyundai iMax. The 2.4L engine was widely criticized for lacking torque.
Some of the markets such as Hong Kong and Taiwan announced the V6 Previa 3.5L in January 2007.
The Previa continues to be excluded from North America as the locally-produced Sienna occupies that market.
Notable about this generation was its absence in Europe. No explanation was given about it, but it may have been because of relatively poor sales compared to its competitors. In many parts of the continent, the price setter in this segment has, since the late 1990s, been a joint venture vehicle produced in Portugal by Ford and Volkswagen. By 2004 this vehicle was coming to the end of its model life and run-out versions were heavily discounted. Competitors found themselves responding to the discounts or losing market share. In European markets Toyota branded vehicles often achieve a price premium, but scope for this is not unlimited. Ford’s replacement Galaxy, launched in 2006, was also aggressively priced, which offers one clue as to why Toyota ended Previa sales in Europe, where healthier margins are available on smaller slightly nimbler minivans and in the still hugely lucrative luxury four wheel drive segment.
The worlds oldest and topclass motorcycle manufacturer launched the upgraded 2009 version of Harley Davidson Softail with a lot of added features.The 2009 Harley-Davidson Heritage Softail Classic comes with more retro cues, including a revised front fender and chrome nacelle, taller handlebars, and new glass-filled badges. The passenger seat and backrest are also more comfortable.The bike was expected to hit Indian roads by middle next year with an expected price of about 17Lakh.The bike has a topspeed of 170kph.
Suzuki GSX-R750 Suzuki´s new Sports bike for India which was expected to launch India by early 2010.The 750cc Suzuki GSX-R750 uses a 4 Stroke, 4 Cylinder, DOHC Engine which has a maximum power of 147.8 Bhp @ 13200 rpm and a peak Torque of 64 Nm @ 11200 rpm.The expected price of the bike is about Rs.9,80,000.
Expected Price:Rs. 9,80,000 Launch in India:Expected Early 2010
Suzuki GSX-R750 Dimension & Other Specifications Length: 2040.00 mm Width: 715.00 mm Height: 1125.00 mm Weight: 198.00 kg Ground Clearance: 130.00 mm Fuel Tank: 17.00 ltrs Wheelbase: 1405.00 mm Wheel Type: Alloys Wheel Size: 120/70 ZR17 - 180/55 ZR17 mm Suspension(Front): Inverted Telescopic, Coil Spring Suspension(Rear): Link Type, Coil Spring Brakes: Twin Disc Brakes(Rear): Disc