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November 15, 2011 | 
Author Sports cars are great, especially for the young free spirited adventurer who like style and speed. Of course age is no factor. Many older people also love the style of sports cars, and feel young again cruising down the road. But what happens when comfort and room are important when traveling long distances and/or taking along some friends for the trip? All of a sudden that sports car isn’t so practical anymore.
What many people haven’t realized yet is with the newer technology today, many of the new passenger vehicles and passenger SUVs are actually very affordable when it comes to paying for gas. Engines are being built to reduce the use of fuel, especially on long trips, and many are becoming available that run on alternate types of fuel. Car companies are able to design and produce gasoline engines in many of their larger passenger/luxury vehicles as well as the newer passenger SUVs that can get over 30 miles per gallon. Some are even closer to 40 MPG making these vehicles even better on fuel than some of the smaller vehicles available.
Many auto makers are experimenting with many types of alternate fuel vehicles and some are already being sold on the market. But there are some concerns that may keep you from purchasing some of these hybrid or bio-fuel vehicles. When it comes to the electric cars, a full charge may only get you no more than 40 miles, the rest of the time you are using the main fuel source. Hardly seems worth the extra price.
The other alternative is the bio-fuel, or Ethanol based engines. These can be good, but if it’s fuel price you are looking for, it may not be the best choice. It’s great for environmental issues, but with gas prices today, most look for the cost aspect when buying a new vehicle. Ethanol is made up of renewable energy sources. This just means that it is grown and there is no fear of running out. However, there is this problem of availability. If you live in the Midwest, it may be easier since that is where most of the bio-fuel is made, but if you live anywhere else; good luck finding a place to fill up.
Another major problem is the bio-fuel efficiency. Even if the price of ethanol is lower than gasoline, you won’t be able to drive the same distance on a gallon of ethanol as you can on a gallon of gasoline. In the end, you end up spending more by needing to fill up your tank more often.
Just doing some basic comparisons on the different passenger vehicles and passenger SUVs on the market, you can find the perfect vehicle you need that gets better gas than the smaller car your child has in the driveway.
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Are you looking for a family car with high end SUV features as well as stunning good looks? Well then, you might just have found it thanks to the Nissan Qashqai, the perfect family vehicle for the world. The Nissan Qashqai can be described as being both practical and inspiring (like a lot of moms) and is both elegant in appearance and impressive with its performance capabilities. It is a vehicle that certainly attracts attention no matter where it goes and is one of the most popular Nissan models according to global Nissan sales.
The Qashqai Interior Design
The stylish interior of the Qashqai can be described as comfortable, spacious and relaxing. All passengers will enjoy the light and roomy feel of this vehicle as well as its unique internal design features. The driver also gets to enjoy a very different driving experience thanks to plenty of visibility, a short reach gear-shift and gentle panel lighting to assist with night visibility. There are also numerous features included in the vehicle interior that ensure that no matter if you are the driver or simply a passenger you will ALWAYS enjoy the ride.
The Qashqai Performance Figures
Surperior performance is another feature that is a large part of the Nissan Qashqai story. This vehicle obtains its power from a range of engines (depending on the model you choose) starting with the petrol powered 81kW 1.6l and 102kW 2.0l through to the 110kW 2.0 dCi diesel. The Qashqai’s rear multi-link suspension and power steering are also complemented by the Nissan ALL MODE 4X4 system. This allows you to choose between 2WD, 4WD (50/50) lock mode or auto mode. This gives the Qashqai amazing road handling no matter what the terrain or weather.
The Qashqai Safety Features
There is good reason to feel safe when driving a Nissan Qashqai (and one of the many reasons why it makes the best family vehicle). This is because the Qashqai has one of the highest 5-Star Euro NCAP ratings for adult occupant protection. Its safety features include traction control, urgent brake power and the latest generation of VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control) available.
If you are interested in this dynamic and stylish Nissan vehicle, why not book a test drive with your local Nissan dealer and experience the Nissan Qashqai for yourself. This exciting and safe Nissan model is available all around the world and is proof positive that Nissan is still one of the popular motor manufacturers in the world.