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Summary
It's been a long time since the Baby Boomers wore bell bottoms--and could get a new car at an affordable price. These days, entry level buyers--whether Boomers on a budget, or Gen-Xers finishing college--will find it rough to afford anything new. But if they're looking for a real alternative to a three-year-old sedan, the Breeze should land high on their shopping list.It's a great-looking car that's also roomy and loaded with more standard features than you'd expect. And for just a little more, you can add a lot of upgrades, everything from CD sound to a peppier powertrain. Plain and simple, the Breeze is a car to consider.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Engines:
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2.4-liter dohc 16v inline-4 |
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Transmissions:
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4-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual front airbags, side impact protection, rear door child locks |
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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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Sterling Heights, Michigan |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Breeze |
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Standard Equipment:
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air conditioning, AM/FM stereo, cruise control, tilt steering, rear window defroster, power heated mirrors, power locks, power windows |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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2.4-liter engine ($450); automatic transmission ($1050); ABS ($565); Expresso Package ($275) includes AM/FM/cassette stereo, special seats, stripes, wheel covers |
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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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17990 |
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Layout:
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front-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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150 @ 5200 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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167 @ 4000 |
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Transmission:
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4-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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21/30 |
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Wheelbase:
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108.0 |
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Length/width/height:
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186.7/71.7/54.3 |
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Track, f/r:
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60.2/60.2 |
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Turning circle:
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37.0 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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38.1/52.8/42.3 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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36.8/52.7/38.1 |
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Cargo volume:
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15.7 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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1500 |
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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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4.7 |
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Curb weight:
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2925 |
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Tires:
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P195/70R14 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/drum |
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Fuel capacity:
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16.0 |
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