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Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren

The Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is an Anglo-German grand tourer car jointly developed by Mercedes-Benz and McLaren Automotive, built in Portsmouth and the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking, Surrey, England and sold from 2003 to 2009. When it was developed Mercedes-Benz owned 40 percent of the McLaren Group.
Due to the automatic gear box, front mid-engined arrangement, and its driving characteristics, some commentators classify the SLR McLaren as a GT, whose rivals would be vehicles such as the Aston Martin DBS V12 and Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano.

Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren

Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren

Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren

Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren

Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren

Toyota Highlander

Toyota Highlander was announced in April 2000 at the New York Auto Show and arrived in late 2000 in Japan and in January 2001 in North America, the Highlander became the first car-based midsize SUV or midsize crossover. The Highlander is the crossover counterpart to the more rugged truck-based midsize 4Runner and had become Toyota's best-selling SUV until the smaller RAV4 outsold it in 2006.
Toyota could not use the "Highlander" name in Australia and Japan, since it is a trademarked trim line of the Hyundai Terracan SUV. The name "Kluger" derives from the German word "klüger", meaning "clever" or "very clever.

Toyota Highlander

Toyota Highlander

Toyota Highlander

Toyota Highlander

Toyota Highlander

Toyota Highlander

Luxury Ferrari Car

Luxury Ferrari Car

Luxury Ferrari Car

Luxury Ferrari Car

Luxury Ferrari Car

Luxury Ferrari Car

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BMW M5 Wallpapers

The 2010 BMW M5 flies like a bat out of hell. Test drivers, however, report that its handling dynamics make it more suitable for the track circuit than city streets. According to Left Lane News, "The BMW M5 sedan is the hot ticket for the enthusiast driver who needs a four-door sedan but wants performance on the far side of legal speeds, is comfortable with cutting-edge technology, and doesn't mind low fuel efficiency."

The 2010 BMW M5 is a performance-tuned variant of the 2010 BMW 5-Series -- which is praised for its excellent handling and power delivery, as well as its luxurious cabin and long list of convenience features.


Upping the ante with a 500-horsepower V10 engine and enhanced performanceengineering, the 2010 BMW M5 adds a heckuva lot more power to the mix. "If you're into German ultra-performance in an otherwise practical sedan, and BMW is your brand, then this is your ride," writes Kelley Blue Book. "It's exclusive, expensive and seriously fast, and with more high-technology features than just about anything else on the road."

BMW M5 Wallpapers

BMW M5 Wallpapers

BMW M5 Wallpapers

Still, the 2010 BMW M5's performance dynamics aren't universally praised. Many test drivers complain that it lacks typical BMW steering and transmission feel. Others add that it performs better on the track than road. Because road feel is a trait that's open to interpretation, interested shoppers should take the 2010 BMW M5 on a few lengthy test drives before signing on the dotted line.

Mercedes Benz Slr Mclaren

Mercedes Benz Slr Mclaren

Mercedes Benz Slr Mclaren

Mercedes Benz Slr Mclaren

Mercedes Benz Slr Mclaren

Mercedes Benz Slr Mclaren

Mercedes Benz Slr Mclaren

Toyota Prius

Toyota Prius 

Toyota Prius 

Toyota Prius 

The Toyota Prius is a full hybrid electric mid-size car developed and manufactured by the Toyota Motor Corporation. The EPA and California Air Resources Board (CARB) rate the Prius as among the cleanest vehicles sold in the United States based on smog forming and toxic emissions.

The Prius first went on sale in Japan in 1997, making it the first mass-produced hybrid vehicle. It was subsequently introduced worldwide in 2001. The Prius is sold in more than 70 countries and regions, with its largest markets being those of Japan and North America. In May 2008, global cumulative Prius sales reached the milestone 1 million vehicle mark, and in September 2010, the Prius reached worldwide cumulative sales of 2.0 million units. The U.S. is the largest market, with 814,173 units registered by December 2009.


In February 2011, Toyota started asking the public to decide on what the most proper plural form of Prius is, including Prien, Prii, Prium, Prius, or Priuses. The company says "it will use the most popular choice in its advertising.

Honda Accord Sedan

 For 2011, the Honda Accord receives the first significant updates for its current-generation platform. Most notably, fuel economy is up thanks to revised aerodynamics plus tweaks to the engines and transmissions. The SE trim level has been added and there are new optional features as well, including an iPod/USB interface, a rear-view camera, driver memory functions and shift paddles. The exterior has been given a mild refresh, while the interior's climate-control buttons have been rearranged for compatibility with the optional navigation system.
The current-generation Accord (it debuted in 2008) is the biggest yet, offering the most accommodating interior in its class. Yet this super-sizing of the Accord also comes with a downside, because it no longer feels like the "right-size" choice in the family sedan class. While its steering remains responsive and tactile, the Accord has a tendency to feel super-sized when driven around corners. Its acceleration is also a bit underwhelming, with a five-speed automatic transmission doing duty here when most competing models now offer snappier six-speeds.

Honda Accord Sedan

Honda Accord Sedan

There is one bright spot for 2011, because the Accord's engines choices are now more frugal. Thanks to aerodynamic tweaks, engine friction reductions and revised transmission gearing, the four-cylinder Accord now has an EPA rating of 23 city/34 highway, a rise of about 2 mpg that takes the Accord to the top of the fuel economy chart for family sedans. The V6 is also a bit more efficient this year, too.


Unfortunately, the Accord's interior hasn't changed much for 2011. Compared to newer competitors like the Ford Fusion, Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima, the Accord's cabin looks and feels a bit down-market. The plastics aren't as nice and the look is rather drab -- especially if you opt for gray. Honda has made some slight changes to the convoluted climate controls found on navigation-equipped models this year, but the Accord's center stack continues to be plagued by far too many buttons.

Honda Accord Sedan

Honda Accord Sedan

Toyota MR2 Spyder

The Toyota MR2 Spyder was introduced for 2000 in only one well-equipped trim level. Antilock brakes, 15-inch wheels, air-conditioning, a glass rear window, power windows and locks, and a CD stereo were standard equipment. The mid-mounted 1.8-liter inline-4 was rated at 138 horsepower and 125 pound-feet of torque. The only transmission available was a five-speed manual.


In 2002, Toyota introduced the five-speed Sequential Manual Transmission or SMT for the MR2, making it the cheapest car at the time (by a long shot) to offer a true automated clutch manual. We found this option easy to use and liked the way it matched revs on downshifts, even though it sapped some acceleration from the engine. Without a fully automatic mode, however, the SMT's value was questionable. Given this, along with potential durability concerns, we suggest that used MR2 Spyder buyers stick with the regular five-speed manual.

Toyota MR2 Spyder

Toyota MR2 Spyder

For 2003, the MR2 Spyder underwent its midlife freshening with minor changes to the front and rear fascias and instrument panel. The SMT was upgraded to six speeds, while the rear tires grew to 16 inches.


In reviews, we found the Toyota MR2 Spyder very enjoyable to drive. In a roadster comparison test in 2000, it finished higher than the Miata by being more fun and tossable at the track. Its midengine layout meant it could lose its composure at the limit, but generally it went through turns quite nicely. The steering was quick and responsive, although the electrically assisted rack didn't provide as much road feel as other cars in this class.


We also never got used to the styling or interior design, and found its storage capacity laughable. The front-mounted "trunk" was taken up by the spare tire and the storage compartment behind the seats was very small and difficult to access.

Toyota MR2 Spyder

Toyota MR2 Spyder

Toyota MR2 Spyder

Honda Odyssey

Powering the 2011 Honda Odyssey is a 3.5-liter V6 that produces 248 horsepower and 250 pound-feet of torque. Touring and Touring Elite models like our test vehicle are equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission that drives the front wheels — lower trims make due with a five-speed unit.

With a curb weight of 4,540 pounds, the Odyssey's powertrain has its work cut out for it. At our test track, the big Honda hustled from a standstill to 60 mph in a confident 8.1 seconds, an improvement of 0.7 second over the previous-generation Odyssey. Braking is also improved, and the Honda comes to a halt from the same speed in 129 feet with no sign of brake fade after repeated runs.

Out on the open road, this amounts to an assuring feel when you're behind the wheel. There's plenty of power to decisively merge onto highways and pass slower traffic. The suspension also contributes to the Honda Odyssey's solid ride, with very little body roll in curves and a carlike demeanor in parking lots.

The 2011 Honda Odyssey is remarkably composed, even on the most derelict road surfaces. Potholes, bumps and ruts are smoothed to nearly undetectable levels and the cabin remains as calm and quiet as a luxury sedan at highway speeds. Honda's ingenious use of noise-cancelling technology, along with an abundance of sound insulation, receives the credit here, ensuring a peaceful environment to keep the littlest of passengers in a blissful state of slumber.

We found it easy for drivers of all sizes and shapes to settle in to a comfortable position, with ample seat adjustments, headroom and legroom. Adult-size second-row passengers will also find the seating accommodations to their liking, with a wide range of seat travel and recline angle. Even the third row of seats will provide ample space and comfort for the average adult on an extended road trip.

Outward visibility is commendable for driver and passengers alike, with large expanses of glass that provide a commanding view of the road. Backing into tight parking spaces is a breeze in the Odyssey, aided by a conventional rearview monitor as well as a secondary elevated camera. The mirrors are well-placed and adequately sized, while a blind-spot monitoring system adds an extra level of assurance.

When it comes to day-to-day family needs, the Odyssey's capabilities really begin to shine. Features like a sliding second-row center seat with LATCH anchors make us realize that the Honda engineers really sweated the details. This allows a center-mounted baby seat to slide closer to the driver or front passenger while the outboard passengers enjoy their preferred amount of legroom. As with the previous Odyssey, the center seat can be removed and the right-hand seat can be positioned in its place, permitting easier access to the third row.

We do wish that the button-heavy dashboard would have been bred out of the new-generation Odyssey. This time around, the numerous controls are more logically placed and within easier reach, but the mere fact that we counted no fewer than 80 buttons and knobs at the driver's command has us longing for a more elegant solution.

In Honda's defense, our Touring Elite test vehicle represents the fully loaded trim level, with every bell and whistle you can cram into it, and all of those systems have to be controlled somehow. Still, the simple act of playing a DVD for the rear passengers seems needlessly complicated — even more so if you decide to play two DVDs simultaneously — and a consultation with the owner's manual is usually required. Fortunately for the 2011 Honda Odyssey, the added features outweigh their perplexing operation.

Some operations, on the other hand, are as simple as can be. If the generous 38.4 cubic feet of cargo space behind the third-row seats is not enough, those seats will quickly fold away with a quick tug of a strap, providing more than 93 cubes of cargo volume. Removing the second-row seats is more difficult, but it makes for a maximum capacity of 148.5 cubic feet. Audio and iPod functions are also easily operated, especially with the voice command system that offers helpful on-screen prompts. The sound quality itself is top-notch, rivaling the high-end branded systems found in luxury cars.

Design/Fit and Finish

Making a minivan appealing is no easy task, but the 2011 Honda Odyssey succeeds in making an otherwise boring shape interesting. Beveled body panel shapes make the large expanses of sheet metal seem slim and light, while the illusion of a continuous side window and the "lightning bolt" beltline add some visual flair. The interior takes a more utilitarian approach to design, looking more like a midcycle refresh than a full redesign of the last Odyssey.

The materials within the cabin are nothing special, with hard plastics making up the majority of surfaces. But these surfaces are easy to clean — a plus for a family hauler. Some of the removable elements (front center console, center second-row seat) had a detectable wobble, but generally remained silent, leaving the cabin mostly squeak- and creak-free.