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Summary
This is a full-size car designed for people who like to drive. It's a sports sedan with performance and handling that belies its size. An exciting exterior design and an elegant interior with all the creature comforts add to its appeal. Best of all, it's available for a price that makes it even more attractive.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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300M ($28,340) |
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Engines:
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3.5-liter sohc 24v V6 |
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Transmissions:
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4-speed automatic with AutoStick |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual front airbags, ABS, traction control standard; front side airbags optional |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/36,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Bramalea, Ontario, Canada |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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300M ($28,340) |
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Standard Equipment:
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air conditioning with climate control, leather-trimmed interior with heated bucket seats and 6-way power adjustments with memory feature, 240-watt AM/FM/CD/cassette stereo with nine speakers, power windows, power mirrors with memory, automatic day/night inside mirror, speed-sensitive automatic door locks, cruise control, leather-wrapped steering wheel, tilt steering column, aluminum alloy wheels, foglamps |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Side-impact air bags ($390) |
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Destination Charge:
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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29385 |
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Layout:
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front-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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253 @ 6400 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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255 @ 3950 |
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Transmission:
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4-speed automatic with AutoStick |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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18/26 |
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Wheelbase:
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113.0 |
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Length/width/height:
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197.8/74.4/56.0 |
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Track, f/r:
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61.9/61.6 |
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Turning circle:
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37.6 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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38.3/57.1/42.2 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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37.7/59.0/39.1 |
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Cargo volume:
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16.8 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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2000 |
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Suspension, f:
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Independent |
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Suspension, r:
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Independent |
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Ground clearance:
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5.1 |
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Curb weight:
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3567 |
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Tires:
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P225/55R17 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/disc with ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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17.0 |
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