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The new 2012 Audi TT RS High performance sports car The 2012 TT RS is the pinnacle of the TT model line, and signifies the return of the RS nameplate to the U.S. The RS nameplate represents the highest performance category for Audi vehicles, and reflects the technical competencies gained through Audi motorsports successes. 2012 Audi TT RS photo The Audi TT RS is powered by the award-winning 2.5 liter turbocharged five-cylinder TFSI engine that generates 360 hp and 343 lb-ft of torque between 1,650 and 5,400 rpm for power on demand. 2012 Audi TT RS photo All engine components have been designed to cope with extreme loads and the demands of a thoroughbred sports engine. Forged six-bearing crankshaft, weight optimized connection rods, sodium cooled exhaust valves and lightweight pistons with specifically adapted ring assembly are indicative of the elements engineered into the TT RS. 2012 Audi TT RS photo The combination of FSI® injec...

2012 Suzuki SX4 Sedan LE  is equipped with a standard 2.0-liter, I4, 150-horsepower engine that achieves 23-mpg in the city and 33-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard. Pricing Information MSRP: $15,495 Invoice: $14,876 Technical Specs Engine Standard Engine: 2.0L I4 Standard Transmission: 6 Speed Manual Cylinders: 4 Horsepower @RPM: 150@6200 Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy: 23/33 Combined Fuel Economy: 26 EPA Class: Compact Number of Valves: 16 Torque @RPM: N/A Fuel Type System: Gas Engine / Multi-Port Fuel Injected Turbo (Yes/No): No Overdrive Transmission: Yes Battery Output: N/A Compression: 10.2:1 Displacement: 1995/122 Bore X Stroke: 3.31×3.54 Cruising Range: 343.2 miles Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt: N/A Power to Weight Ratio: 18.2 Final Drive Ratio: No Valves Configuration: Dual Overhead Cam/Twin Overhead Cam Supercharged: No Electric HorsePower RPM: N/A Electric Torque Feet Per Pound: N/A Electric Torque RPM: N/A Electric HorsePower BHP: ...

2012 Toyota Matrix S 5-Spd MT is equipped with a standard 2.4-liter, I4, 158-horsepower engine that achieves 21-mpg in the city and 28-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard. Pricing Information MSRP: $19,565 Invoice: $18,097 Technical Specs Engine Standard Engine: 2.4L I4 Standard Transmission: 5 Speed Manual Cylinders: 4 Horsepower @RPM: 158@6000 Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy: 21/28 Combined Fuel Economy: 24 EPA Class: Small Wagon Number of Valves: 16 Torque @RPM: N/A Fuel Type System: Gas Engine / Electronic Fuel Injected Turbo (Yes/No): No Overdrive Transmission: Yes Battery Output: N/A Compression: 9.8:1 Displacement: 2362/144 Bore X Stroke: 3.48×3.78 Cruising Range: 316.8 miles Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt: N/A Power to Weight Ratio: 18.8 Final Drive Ratio: No Valves Configuration: Dual Overhead Cam/Twin Overhead Cam Supercharged: No Electric HorsePower RPM: N/A Electric Torque Feet Per Pound: N/A Electric Torque RPM: N/A Electric HorsePower BH...

2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended WheelBase  is equipped with a standard 6.6-liter, V12, 563-horsepower engine that achieves 13-mpg in the city and 20-mpg on the highway. A 8-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard. Pricing Information MSRP: $262,526 Invoice: Not Available Technical Specs Engine Standard Engine: 6.6L V12 Standard Transmission: 8 Speed Automatic Cylinders: 12 Horsepower @RPM: 563@5250 Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy: 13/20 Combined Fuel Economy: 15 EPA Class: Large Number of Valves: 48 Torque @RPM: N/A Fuel Type System: Gas Engine / Electronic Fuel Injected Turbo (Yes/No): Yes Overdrive Transmission: Yes Battery Output: N/A Compression: 10.1:1 Displacement: 6592/402 Bore X Stroke: 3.50×3.48 Cruising Range: 327 miles Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt: N/A Power to Weight Ratio: 9.8 Final Drive Ratio: Yes Valves Configuration: Dual Overhead Cam/Twin Overhead Cam Supercharged: No Electric HorsePower RPM: N/A Electric Torque Feet Per Pound: N/A Electric Torque RPM: N/...

2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage Carbon Black  is equipped with a standard 6.0-liter, V12, 510-horsepower engine that achieves 11-mpg in the city and 17-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard. Pricing Information MSRP: $195,895 Invoice: Not Available Technical Specs Engine Standard Engine: 6.0L V12 Standard Transmission: 6 Speed Manual Cylinders: 12 Horsepower @RPM: 510@6500 Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy: 11/17 Combined Fuel Economy: 13 EPA Class: Two Seater Number of Valves: 48 Torque @RPM: N/A Fuel Type System: Gas Engine / Sequential Electronic Fuel Injected, Sequential Port Fuel Injected Sequential, Multi-Port Fuel Injected Turbo (Yes/No): No Overdrive Transmission: Yes Battery Output: N/A Compression: 10.9:1 Displacement: 5935/362 Bore X Stroke: NLxNL Cruising Range: 274.3 miles Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt: N/A Power to Weight Ratio: 7.3 Final Drive Ratio: No Valves Configuration: 4 Overhead Cam Supercharged: No Electric HorsePower RPM: N/A El...

The new 2012 Audi TT & TTS The Audi TT continues to define the sports coupe and convertible segments. Its iconic, bold styling sends a clear message of performance and dynamic handling, while its turbocharged engine delivers class-leading power and efficiency. 2012 Audi TTS Roadster 2.0 TFSI photo Inside, occupants are treated to an interior built with the same high quality materials found in the A8 flagship. 2012 Audi TTS Coupe 2.0 TFSI photo The Audi TT Coupe and Roadster are powered by the award-winning 2.0-liter TFSI® engine for the 2012 model year. The inline-four generates 211 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque between 1,600 and 4,200 rpm. Complete with the Audi valvelift system, direct fuel injection, two balance shafts and a high compression ratio of 9.6:1, the engine contributes fuel efficiency and performance, a rarity in a true performance sports car. 2012 Audi TTS Roadster 2.0 TFSI photo Fitted with a six-speed S tronic® dual clutch transmiss...

2012 Honda Accord Coupe LX-Sport 5-Spd MT  is equipped with a standard 2.4-liter, I4, 190-horsepower engine that achieves 23-mpg in the city and 32-mpg on the highway. A 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard. Pricing Information MSRP: $22,980 Invoice: Not Available Technical Specs Engine Standard Engine: 2.4L I4 Standard Transmission: 5 Speed Automatic Cylinders: 4 Horsepower @RPM: 190@7000 Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy: 22/33 Combined Fuel Economy: 26 EPA Class: Compact Number of Valves: 16 Torque @RPM: N/A Fuel Type System: Gas Engine / Multi-Port Fuel Injected Turbo (Yes/No): No Overdrive Transmission: Yes Battery Output: N/A Compression: 10.5:1 Displacement: 2354/144 Bore X Stroke: 3.43×3.90 Cruising Range: 481 miles Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt: N/A Power to Weight Ratio: 17.4 Final Drive Ratio: No Valves Configuration: Dual Overhead Cam/Twin Overhead Cam Supercharged: No Electric HorsePower RPM: N/A Electric Torque Feet Per Pound: N/A Electric Torque RPM: N/A E...