2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe

2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Photos:

The 2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is a 2-door, 4-passenger family coupe, available in 8 trims, ranging from the 2.0T Manual to the 3.8 Track Auto.

2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Specs:

EPA Fuel Economy:
City: 17 – 21 Highway: 26 – 30
Available Engines:
210-hp, 2.0-liter I-4 (regular gas)
306-hp, 3.8-liter V-6 (regular gas)
Available Transmissions: 5-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
6-speed manual w/OD

Exterior:
Standard 18-inch alloy wheels
19-inch alloy wheels (R-Spec, Track)
Xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights (3.8 Track)
Red Brembo brake calipers (R-Spec, Track)

Interior:
The Genesis coupe has a "2+2" seating
Standard remote keyless entry
Standard Bluetooth, iPod connectivity
Available leather upholstery
Available automatic climate control
Available touch-screen navigation system

Standard safety features include:
Four-wheel-disc antilock brakes with brake assist
Electronic stability system
Side-impact airbags
Side curtain airbags
Active front-seat head restraints

New or Notable:

Rear-wheel drive
Turbo four-cylinder or V-6
Seating for four
10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty

2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Review:

Pros:

V-6 power
Highway stability
Street handling
Front-seat comfort
Value for money

Cons:

Buzzy turbo four-cylinder
Uninspiring shifter (manual transmission)
Ride quality on rutted roads (Track models)

2011 Honda Civic Sedan

2011 Honda Civic Sedan Pics

The 2011 Honda Civic Sedan is a 4-door, 5-passenger family sedan, available in 13 trims, ranging from the DX 5-Spd MT to the EX-L 5-Spd AT w/ Navigation System.

2011 Honda Civic Sedan DX 5-Spd MT is equipped with a standard 1.8-liter, I4, 140-horsepower engine that achieves 26-mpg in the city and 34-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard. The EX-L 5-Spd AT w/ Navigation System is equipped with a standard 1.8-liter, I4, 140-horsepower engine that achieves 25-mpg in the city and 36-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard. The 2011 Honda Civic Sedan is a carryover from 2010.

2011 Honda Civic Sedan Specs:

EPA Fuel Economy:
City: 21 – 26 Highway: 29 – 36
Available Engines:
113-hp, 1.8-liter I-4 (natural gas)
140-hp, 1.8-liter I-4 (regular gas)
197-hp, 2.0-liter I-4 (premium)
Available Transmissions: 5-speed automatic w/OD
5-speed manual w/OD
6-speed manual w/OD

Sedan or coupe, manual or automatic
Available high-performance Civic Si
Natural-gas GX available in four states
Available navigation system
Sedan and coupe both seat five

2011 Honda Civic Review:

Pros:

Well-executed transmissions
Nimble handling
Interior build quality
Reliability
Civic Si's performance

Cons:

Backseat too low to the floor
Modest trunk size
Firm ride
Higher trims get expensive
Stability system unavailable on most trims

2011 Ford Fiesta

2011 Ford Fiesta Video:

The 2011 Fiesta is a 4-door, 5-passenger family sedan, or wagon, available in 5 trims, ranging from the S Sedan to the SES Hatchback.

Upon introduction, both trims are equipped with a standard 1.6-liter, I4, 119-horsepower engine that achieves 28-mpg in the city and 37-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional.

2011 Ford Fiesta Specs:

EPA Fuel Economy:
City: 28 – 29 Highway: 37 – 40
Available Engines:
120-hp, 1.6-liter I-4 (regular gas)
Available Transmissions: 5-speed manual w/OD
6-speed auto-shift manual w/OD


2011 Fiesta Reviews:

New or Notable

All-new subcompact model
Sedan and four-door hatch
Manual and automatic transmissions
Optional Sync system can run some smartphone apps
Seven airbags, stability control standard
Upscale options

Pros:

Handling
Low wind noise
Fuel efficiency
Cabin quality
Seat comfort
Safety features

Cons:
Smaller cabin than some competitors
Modest cargo space
Awkward gearing with manual transmission
Automatic isn't always smooth
Modest highway acceleration
Somewhat firm ride