New & Redesigned Sedans

This post starts with pictures first and then discriptions on the bottom.









Theirs so many cars coming out this 2006-2007. Their is big variety to choose from, theirs Pontiac, Honda, Chrysler, Toyota, Nissan, and much more.

The Audi RS4 Compact Sedan is the Blue car in the pictures. As if the V8-powered S4 wasn't enough already, Audi goes for the throat with this even more powerful compact four-door.What I Know: With a 4.2-liter V8 under its newly reshaped nose, the RS4 is the new undisputed king of compact sport sedans. Consider that its normally aspirated direct-injection eight-cylinder cranks out 414 horsepower, 311 pound-feet of torque and doesn't hit the redline until 8,250 rpm. Then factor in its standard six-speed manual, self-locking Torsen center differential and driver-adjustable throttle control and you've got a Euro sedan that will wipe the asphalt with an M3. Additional upgrades include a recalibrated suspension that lowers the car just over an inch, wider front and rear tracks, a heavy dose of bodywork and unique double-spoke wheels. All RS4s also get Audi's Dynamic Ride Control system and a pair of 14.3-inch brake rotors up front for stopping power that can put you through the windshield if you sneeze the wrong way. Interior changes are minimal, but effective. The sport steering wheel looks like it came straight out of Audi's Le Mans prototype thanks to its unique shape and metallic trim. The flat-bottomed wheel also puts the driver-adjustable throttle control right at the tips of your fingers. A starter button, metallic pedals and lightweight sport seats with inflatable side bolsters round out the cabin upgrades.

The Honda Fit Compact Sedan is the Tan Car in the pictures. Honda is going to need more than just a low price to compete against Scion's distinctively-styled products.What I Know: Honda officially announced at the Detroit auto show that it will begin selling a smaller, less expensive model below the current Civic. Designed to go head-to-head with the likes of the Scion xA and other sub-$15,000 compacts, Honda's new model is likely to be a version of the Fit hatchback currently sold in Japan. This front-wheel-drive vehicle, powered by a 1.5-liter direct injection engine, will be aimed at young buyers when it appears in early 2006.


The 2007 Lexus GS 450h Midsize Sedan is the Silver-Blue car in the pictures. Are performance and environmentalism no longer mutually exclusive?What I Know: Lexus' upcoming luxury sedan is the world's first front-engine, rear-wheel-drive hybrid. At the heart of the vehicle is an all-new powertrain, which features a 3.5-liter V6 and a high-output electric motor, together, which are said to be capable of more than 300 horsepower and 0-to-60 acceleration in less than 6 seconds. Lexus is claiming that the miles-per-gallon consumption is in the high-20s. The only way in which the hybrid version will be distinguishable from the regular GS 450 is through the addition of special 18-inch alloy wheels and a power meter, which replaces the tachometer. The GS 450h goes on sale in the spring of 2006.


The 2007 Toyota Yaris Compact Sedan is the Dirty-Blue car in the pictures. The Yaris nameplate has been familiar to nearly all of Toyota's worldwide customers, except those in North America- a situation that is about to change.What I Know: In a lineup of surefire market favorites, the Echo always stood out as being one of the least-enticing of Toyota's vehicles, which is why the company will replace it with the Yaris for the 2007 model year. The Toyota Yaris has long distinguished itself overseas as a popular budget car, and the company has finally decided that its phasing out of the Echo will create a suitable place in its portfolio for this economical hatchback. The 2007 Yaris will no doubt be sold to the American public on the basis of its ample standard safety features, which include side-impact airbags, ABS with BrakeAssist, curtain airbags, and even a driver's knee airbag. For a vehicle of its size, the Yaris will also feature an impressive 25 cubic feet of storage space. The safety amenities will likely come at a price, with the Yaris likely to feature a small four-cylinder engine when it arrives in the U.S, which is bound to be economical of fuel and obstinate in terms of passing power. Other intriguing features could include a center-mounted instrument panel which allows space for three separate glove compartments on the dash, along with Smart Entry and push-button Start systems.


The 2007 Nissan Altima Midsize Hybrid is the one above the Yaris.Mix Toyota technology with Nissan style and the result is a good looking family sedan that gets outstanding mileage.What I Know: Prototypes are currently in circulation of this vehicle, which is slated to appear in the fall of 2006 as a 2007 model. Rather than developing its own hybrid engine, Nissan has instead licensed the system used on the Prius by Toyota. The engine and electric motor are both Nissan's own, though. The gasoline engine is the 2.5-liter I-4 four-cylinder DOHC that is found on the regular Altima. The four-cylinder will be paired under the hood with a 100kw electric motor. Horsepower between the two engines is believed to register around the 200 mark. The Altima can be driven by either of the engines on their own, or a combination of both. Other features include a continuously variable transmission and regenerative braking. The estimated base price is expected to be about $25,000.


The 2007 Hyundai Accent Compact Sedan is the Silver car. Even though it will share parts with the latest Kia Rio, the 2006 Accent will definitely retain a "Hyundai" sort of flavor.What I Know: As part of a major product offensive that will take place over the next two years, Korea's top auto manufacturer will redesign its redoubtable entry-level compact. The 2006 Accent will borrow its underpinnings and other internal details from the next-generation Kia Rio, although the two are certainly distinct from one another in terms of surface appearance. The Accent will receive a new engine in the form of a 1.6-liter double-overhead-cam inline four-cylinder, which produces about 110-horsepower. This incredibly clean engine is expected to receive an Ultra Low Emission Vehicle certificate from the E.P.A. A five-speed manual transmission comes standard, with a four-speed automatic available as an option. Based on the dimensions of the 2006 Rio, which debuted at the 2005 NAIAS, the new Accent will be two inches longer and a full three inches taller than the current version. Aesthetically, the Accent will take its cues from the E3 concept which appeared in Geneva in 2004. Hyundai has planned a tentative release date in the second half of 2005 for the Accent, with a base price of $9999 roughly in place for the four-door GLS version. Expect to see a three-door wagon variant of the Accent some time after the release of the sedan.


The 2006 Hyundai Azera Midsize Sedan is the Gray car.The Azera will likely prove that Hyundai is a force that can reckon with the Japanese.What I Know: Hyundai will be replacing the XG350 with the Azera, a midlevel luxury sedan that should fit nicely into the company's lineup alongside the reconstituted Sonata. Slightly longer, taller and wider than the XG, the Azera also features a more powerful and fuel-efficient engine than its predecessor. In the U.S., the vehicle will be equipped exclusively with a 3.8-liter V6 capable of about 265-horsepower and a five-speed automatic transmission- this combination is a brand-new powertrain for the company. In addition to this welcome engine refreshment, the Azera also features a truly elegant interior that outdoes the best efforts of many Japanese rivals. Other standard features on this front-wheel-drive sedan include Electronic Stability Control, leather seats, a power rear sunshade, dual zone climate controls, and 17-inch wheels and tires. Having made its worldwide debut at the 2005 Geneva Motor Show as the Grandeur, the Azera will go on sale in the U.S. at the end of this year, starting under $30,000.


The 2006 Lexus IS Compact Sedan is the one above the Azera. Lexus clearly had one goal in mind with this car and if it drives as good as it looks the IS could give the 3 Series, and every other sedan in the segment, some serious competition.What I Know: Introduced to the world in Geneva, the all-new 2006 Lexus IS sport sedan's homing device is clearly beaming on the hearts and minds of one vehicle's buyer: the BMW 3 Series. In the U.S., the IS will come in three flavors: the IS 250, the IS 250 AWD and the IS 350. Both IS 250 models will use a 2.5-liter V6 with just over 200 horsepower while the IS 350 gets a 3.5-liter V6 engine that will deliver 306 hp. The standard transmission in the IS 250 will be a six-speed manual. The IS 250 AWD and IS 350 get a six-speed sequential shift automatic transmission as standard. All IS sedans will offer wider and longer dimensions, more rear legroom, sweeter amenities and more safety features over the current IS at a price that's comparable. The base IS 250 will use a traditional stability control system while the IS 350 gets a version of the Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) introduced in the new GS sedan. In addition to its improved performance, the new IS will also offer plenty of high-end feature content. Keyless ignition, power tilt and telescoping steering wheel and a navigation system with a rear backup camera are just a few examples. Other notable options will include adaptive headlights, radar cruise control and ventilated seats. The IS will go on sale this October, with prices expected to start around $30,000.


The 2009 Porshe Panamera Large Sedan is the one above the Lexus IS.Building a sedan might seem like Porsche is stretching beyond its limits, but the Cayenne's success proves that it can build more than just sports cars.What I Know: The speculation is over as the 2008 Porsche Panamera has been given the official green light. Indeed, the Porsche Panamera has been approved for production in Leipzig, alongside the Cayenne SUV and the feisty Carrera GT, beginning in 2008. The Panamera could very well be powered from a modified version of the Cayenne's V8, which will be laid out in the front of the vehicle. Porsche plans on selling the vehicle in quantities of 20,000 annually. Contrary to industry gossip, Porsche will not be venturing into a partnership with a sponsoring manufacturer to develop the Panamera, choosing instead to build the vehicle on a unique rear-wheel-drive chassis of its own creation.


(more sedans coming soon)