EARTHY CARS SPOTLIGHT: 02.11.2013

A bunch of new cars arrived on our lot last week. They are of a wide variety in prices, models, and brands. Our inventory always has something for everyone. Check out our entire inventory here.

Here’s a sample of our new arrivals:

SUVS
Why: Lots of cargo space, passenger space; easier to maneuver in rough weather or terrain.

2006 Toyota Highlander Sport V6 w/3rd Row, White, SUV, 94370 mi, $12,995 http://bit.ly/X0z4Py AWD, Mid-size, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 27/25

COMPACT SEDANS
Why: Affordable, yet reliable and provides every basic need.

2010 Toyota Corolla, Red, Sedan, 24886 mi, $13,495 http://bit.ly/X0yVeT Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 26/35

SUBCOMPACTS
Why: Same reasons as compact sedans. Also, easy to park and uses less gas than most cars.

2008 Toyota Yaris S, Blue, Sedan, 72319 mi, $9,995 http://bit.ly/12znv5K Subcompact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 29/35

2010 Honda Fit, Black, Hatchback, 53583 mi, $11,995 http://bit.ly/Y8OaiU Subcompact, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 28/35

LATE MODEL CARS
Why: Very affordable. Perfect for a student who need a car but has little money.

1997 Subaru Legacy L, Red, Sedan, 178080 mi, $3,995 http://bit.ly/Y8Ouyb Mid-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 21/28

2003 Buick Century Custom, Beige, Sedan, 98512 mi, $4,995 http://bit.ly/Y8O6jb Mid-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 18/26

EARTHY CAR OF THE WEEK: Black 2008 Scion xD Hatchback

2008 Scion xD, Black, Hatchback, $11,995 http://bit.ly/Y8Orm9 Subcompact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 27/33

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INTRODUCTION: “The 2008 Scion xD replaces the Toyota division's cute, efficient xA. Introduced four years ago, the xA was a popular subcompact. Scion's grand plan is to offer new models frequently, so it was time for the xA to go. While the xD is all new, shoppers can think of it as the second generation of the xA. In spirit and execution, it remains essentially the same: A small, efficient, relatively inexpensive four-door hatchback aimed at young, stylish buyers.

With a 1.8-liter engine making 128 horsepower and 125 pound-feet of torque, the xD is substantially more powerful than the 1.5-liter xA model it replaces (by 20 hp). The new xD's engine also benefits from the latest version of Toyota's VVT-i, or variable valve timing, technology for strong power and good fuel economy.

The good news is that the Scion xD is a roomy little car, with lots of headroom and comfortable space for four medium-size adults. The new rear seat is particularly handy. It reclines, slides fore and aft to maximize passenger or cargo room, or quickly folds totally flat, creating an excellent cargo space measuring a maximum 35.7 cubic feet.”

FEATURES: “The 2008 Scion xD comes with a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine and a choice of five-speed manual ($14,550) or four-speed automatic ($15,350) transmission.

Standard equipment includes cloth upholstery, air conditioning, power windows, door locks and mirrors, remote keyless entry, tilt steering wheel with audio controls, first-aid kit, a 60-40 reclining, sliding and flat-folding rear seat, 16-inch steel wheels and a 160-watt, six-speaker Pioneer sound system wired for MP3, iPod and satellite radio.

Safety features include dual-stage front airbags, front passenger side-impact airbags and curtain-style head protection airbags front and rear. A tire-pressure monitor is standard. Active safety features include anti-lock brakes with Electronic Brake-force Distribution and Brake Assist.”

DRIVING IMPRESSION: “The Scion brand is supposed to be different by design, but it's still a product of Toyota, and on the road the 2008 Scion xD tends to reveal its Toyota roots. By this we mean that the xD travels straight down the middle of the road, in the figurative sense, as Toyota's vehicles often do by design. It's neither a standout nor a slouch in any particular dynamic category, and it's finished to satisfy the broadest possible cross-section of buyers.

Our driving included a wide range of conditions, from hard twisty corners to a crowded, choppy stretch of Los Angeles freeway to casual errand-running through suburbia. The xD's suspension is neither too soft nor too firm and responsive. It's tuned for a balance between decent ride quality and decent response. In typical circumstances the xD handles well, with a crisp, moderately sporty feel, and its driver will quickly develop confidence in how it will react in any situation.”

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