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2 012 POR T L AND I NT E RNAT I ONA L AUTO SHOW
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OF F I C I A L SOUV EN I R MAGA Z I NE
2012 PORTLAND INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW
ACURA
First imported to the United States in 1986, Acura is the premium
brand of Honda Motor Company. Known for its performance-ori-
ented luxury cars such as the TL and RL and its performance cars
such as the compact TSX, Acura also offers a full complement of
SUVs and Crossovers for family use.
RL
Acura’s most technologically advanced vehicle is the RL sedan,
offered in three trim levels for 2012. In addition to the base RL,
the Technology Package offers voice-activated navigation, real-
time weather and traffic, rearview camera and parking sensors,
and active front lighting. The RL Advance Package includes colli-
sion-mitigating braking and adaptive cruise control. All RL models
feature the Sequential SportShift 6-speed automatic transmission
and Acura’s acclaimed Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD)
system.
Base Price: $47,200
Engine: 3.7-liter V6
Horsepower: 300
Fuel Economy: 17/24
RDX
The 2012 Acura RDX is the “Right Sized” Crossover Utility Vehicle,
with 4 doors and a hatchback. The RDX features a responsive, ef-
ficient and clean 240 horsepower turbocharged 2.3-liter 4 cylinder
engine teamed with Acura’s Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-
AWD), and also provides the four-door convenience and comfort
of a sedan. Flexible cargo space and multi-surface, all-season ca-
pability further broaden the RDX’s appeal. The RDX is designed
to provide freedom and escape as well as a practical everyday
vehicle.
Base Price: $32,895
Engine: 2.3-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder
Horsepower: 240
Fuel Economy: 19/24
TSX
The TSX is Acura’s popular sport compact sedan, and Acura also
offers the TSX Sport Wagon as an alternative for those considering
a crossover SUV, but who want the convenience and fuel economy
of a front wheel drive passenger car. Acura’s well-deserved repu-
tation for quality and luxury as well as a full suite of technology
features are all there in the TSX. Sticker prices have risen about
$200 for the 2012 model year.
Base Price: $29,810 (Wagon $31,160)
Engine: 2.4-liter 4-cylinder or 3.5-liter V6 (sedan only)
Horsepower: 201 or 280
Fuel Economy: 22/31 (sedan) or 22/30 (wagon)
AUDI
Founded in 1909, Audi is one of the world’s oldest automakers.
In modern times the company has become known as a premium
European performance/luxury sedan automaker. Audis are highly
prized among sports sedan enthusiasts for the trademark Quattro
all wheel drive system. Audi’s product offerings range from the
two-seat TT sports coupe to the 7-passenger Q7 SUV, but focus on
the mid-range luxury sedan market with the A4, A5, and the A6.
A4/S4
Audi’s mainstay A4 sedan has been lightly updated for 2012, still
featuring the best of the venerable German automaker’s sporty
performance and luxury characteristics while providing admirable
utility and value. Engine options include a 2.0-liter turbocharged
engine or 3.0-liter V6 in the S4 model. Audi’s effective Quattro
AWD system makes the A4 and S4 especially attractive in the
Northwest’s winter weather.
Base Price: $32,500 (A4) or $47,300 (S4)
Engine: 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (A4) or 3.0-liter V6 (S4)
Horsepower: 211 (A4) or 333 (S4)
Fuel Economy: 21/31 (A4) or 18/27 (S4)
A5
The 2012 Audi A5 is offered as a two-door coupe or cabriolet. New
for 2012, the A5 has received several enhancements that are sure
to strengthen the appeal of this stunning performance vehicle.
The A5 is equipped with Audi’s 2.0-liter TFSI engine, a fuel-sip-
ping, yet torque laden powerplant that generates 211 horsepower
and 258 pound-feet of torque. The A5 Coupe offers the choice of
a six-speed manual transmission or an available Tiptronic eight-
speed automatic transmission while the Cabriolet comes standard
with a continuously variable transmission or the optional 8-speed
Tiptronic.
Base Price: $37,100
Engine: 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder
Horsepower: 211
Fuel Economy: 21/31
A6
The all-new seventh generation 2012 Audi A6 continues Audi’s
tradition of a top-performing bread-and-butter sport sedan.
Audi has shed some weight from the A6 chassis by using new
aluminum parts, dropped the roofline, and generally made the
2012 A6 the sportiest version ever. Current engine offerings
include the 2.0-liter turbocharged and 3.0-liter supercharged
gasoline engines, although there’s rumor of a hybrid on its way.
On top of Audi’s well-known luxury interior, the 2012 A6 also
offers optional LED headlights, and of course Audi’s legendary
Quattro all wheel drive system.
Base Price: $41,700
Engine: 2.0-liter turbocharged inline 4-cylinder or 3.0-liter
supercharged V6
Horsepower: 211 or 310
Fuel Economy: 19/28 or 25/33
R8
Audi’s top of the line exotic sports supercar continues its mission
of mesmerizing performance junkies. The R8 is available in coupe
and convertible forms, with your choice of a potent V8 or V10 en-
gine. The V10-powered R8 GT accelerates from 0 to 62 mph in 3.6
seconds and reaches a top speed of 198.84 mph. Features include
a special version of Audi’s Quattro all wheel drive system and a
body and suspension derived from Audi’s successful Le Mans rac-
ing program.
Base Price: $114,200
Engine: 4.2-liter V8 or 5.2-liter V10
Horsepower: 430 or 525
Fuel Economy: 13/21 or 13/19
BENTLEY
Through many years and ownership changes, Bentley has continued to
stand for the finest of quality automobiles. The company was founded
by W.O. Bentley on 1919, sold to Rolls Royce in 1931, then purchased by
Volkswagen, which sold Rolls Royce to BMW. Today, Bentley produces
two ultra-refined cars with available high-performance packages.
Bentley Continental GT
Available as a coupe, sedan or convertible, the Continental can now
be ordered with three performance packages that include two twin-
turbocharged engines and all-wheel-drive, in addition to one of the most
luxurious interiors ever offered.
Base Price: $192,500
Engine: Twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 or twin-turbo 6.0-liter W-12
Horsepower: 510 or 567
Fuel Economy: 11/14 or 18-21
BMW
BMW stands for the Bavarian Motor Works. Founded after World
War 1, the brand’s iconic logo resembles an airplane’s propeller
against the sky. The logo is derived from the company’s original
focus on aircraft engines, but since 1923 BMW has been a motor-
cycle and automobile manufacturer. In the modern era, BMW is
known for premium luxury and performance European automo-
biles and SUVs, as well as a line of sophisticatedmotorcycles. BMW
is the parent company of both Rolls Royce and MINI.
3-Series
The 3 series is BMW’s bread-and-butter line, and they’re signifi-
cantly revised for the 2012 model year. The 335d sedan remains
BMW’s entry into the green performance segment with a clean
turbo-diesel engine. BMW’s basic 3.0-liter gasoline engine remains
standard. Coming in 2012 will be a turbocharged 4-cylinder engine
and a taller 5-door hatchback that will straddle the line between
passenger car and crossover SUV.
Base Price: $34,600
Engine: 3.0-liter gasoline or turbo-diesel 6-cylinder
Horsepower: 230 or 286
Fuel Economy: 18/28 or 23/36
X3
The X3 is BMW’s mainstay in the competitive Sports Activity Ve-
hicle market. You can have your choice of the normally-aspirated
3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder engine at 240 horsepower, or the turbo-
charged version of the same engine at 300 horsepower. Both en-
gines feature an 8-speed automatic transmission. Standard equip-
ment includes BMW’s iDrive technology control system, Bluetooth
wireless connectivity and upgraded audio with USB access.
Base Price: $36,850
Engine: 3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder
Horsepower: 240 or 300
Fuel Economy: 19/26
Z4
The BMW Z4 is a two-seat roadster with retractable hardtop. In
classic sports car style, the Z4 is a front-engine, rear wheel drive
vehicle designed to handle any curvy road you can find. Buyers
can choose between BMW’s new 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine at 240
horsepower, BMW’s proven 3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder at 300 horse-
power, or the turbocharged 3.0-liter engine at 335 horsepower.
Base Price: $48,650
Engine: 2.0-liter inline 4-cyl., 3.0-liter inline 6-cyl. or 3.0 turbo
Horsepower: 240 to 335
Fuel Economy: 19/26
2012 AUDI A6
2012 BMW 335D
2012 BUICK VERANO
A guide to new and improved models for 2012
The 2012 Portland International Auto Show is scheduled to feature hundreds of new cars, vans and trucks. Here are some of the newest and most completely revised models.
= New model = Improved model