INFINITI
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Both coupe and sedan versions of the G35 win against all of their competitors. The luxurious inside and sharp styling speak for themselves. Along with the 3.5 liter 280 hp. V-6. Buyers pick from a 5-speed auto or 6-speed manual. AWD is also optional. |
| Price: $28,000-$33,000 | Trim Lines: G35, G35a, G35 Sport |
| The I35 is an older Nissan Maxima with better jewelry. Infiniti's only FWD vehicle is appointed with Xm satellite radio and traction control. The 3.5 liter 225 hp. engine is mated to a 4-speed automatic. The Sport I35 has sport suspension and 17'' wheels. | |
| Price: $28,950 | Tri lines: I35, I35a, I35 Sport |
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The M45 fills the gap between the I35 and Q45. Traction and stability control has been enhanced for safety reasons. The M45 shares the same engine with the Q45, which is a 4.5 liter 340 hp. V-8. The navigation is voice-activated and the cruise control sets a speed by itself. |
| Price: $43,000 | Trim Lines: M45, Sport, Technology |
| The RWD Q45 offers many luxuries, such as voice activated navigation and climate controls, rearview monitor (to see whats behind the car), power rear seats, trip computer, and driver adjustable suspension. The Q's 4.5 liter 340 hp. V-8 is mated to a 6-speed auto. | |
| Price: $52,000-$62,000 | Trim Lines: Q45, Premium |
Jaguar
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The most notable feature on the RWD S-Type is the oval shaped chrome slat grill. The base engine is a 3.0 liter 235 hp. V-6. There are also two recommended optional V-8 engines that reach 390 hp. The S-Type keeps the traditional wood and fine leather. |
| Price: 43,230-$62,455 | Trim Lines: S-Type, S-Type R |
| Like the Audi A8, the XJ8 is built entirely out of aluminum, making it light and fast. The body reduces fuel consumption while giving luxury specials, like a rear DVD player, with two LCD screens. The 4.2 liter 390 hp. V-8 is mated to a 6-speed auto. |  |
| Price: $59,330-$74,330 | Trim Lines: XJ8, XJR, Vanden Plas |
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For 2004, the XK8 has an optional super charged V-8 engine. The base engine (4.2 liter 294 hp. V-8) remains the same. The XKR is offered in coupe and convertible trims. All feature a 6-speed automatic gearbox, 20'' rims, and Jaguar's traditional wood trim. |
| Price $69,330-93,330 | Trim Lines: XK8, XKR |
| The X-Type was introduced in 2002 as Jaguar's entry level sedan. It comes standard with AWD, moon roof, and split fold rear seats. The base 2.5 liter 192 hp. V-6 is coupled to a 4-speed auto, along with the optional 3.0 liter 227 hp. V-6 engine. |  |
| Price: $29,330-$33,330 | Trim Lines: X-Type, Sport |
LAMBORGHINI
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The Gallardo was introduced in 2004 and can reach a top speed of 192 m.p.h. It can also reach 60 m.p.h. in just 4.2 seconds. The Gallardo gets this power from a 5.0 liter 500 hp. V-10 engine mated to a 6-speed manual. AWD is also standard.
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| Price: $160,000 | Trim Lines: Gallardo |
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The Murcielago takes the place of Lamborghini's most powerful (and expensive) super car. Unlike the Gallardo, the Murcielago's top speed is over 200 m.p.h. and can propel to 60 m.p.h. is just 3.7 seconds. The reason for this is the 6.2 liter 575 hp. V-12. |
| Price: $279,800 | Trim Lines: Murcielago |