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Top 7 Global Cars of 2008

The global car market is crowded with a huge fleet of cars belonging to various car segments and price range. With such a huge number of cars it becomes difficult to judge the best cars on road. However, there are many Indian and international associations and magazines like J.D. Power Asia, Society of Indian Automobile Association (SIAM), What Car, AutoIndia, Zigwheels, and others that rate cars based on variety of characteristics and features.

A similar verdict was released by Australia's oldest and biggest selling motoring monthly magazine, Wheels. It has selected some of the top cars of 2008 based on a set of defined parameters comprising functionality, technology, efficiency, safely, and value.
Here are the top 7 global cars of 2008:

bullet  Honda Accord Euro

The Honda Accord Euro is a classy and elegantly designed car that harmonises excellent styling and outstanding performance. It has a high waistline and luxe front accentuated with a pair of blue-white xenon globes, high intensity indicators, classy chromed door handles, sculpted clear lens, and large LEDs mounted in the exterior mirrors. In addition, the shiny chromium border makes the car appears more lavish. Stepping into the Euro gives a completely fresh and warm feeling with features that spell space, style, and functionality.

The Honda Accord Euro is powered by a 2.4-litre inline four-cylinder, 16-valves, iVTEC engine that generates an awesome power. In addition, the 6-speed manual transmission and Formula 1 inspired paddle shift mated to the highly responsive engine helps improve handling, road stability, fuel efficiency, and driving experience. i-VTEC engine delivers class-leading fuel efficiency and minimum emissions which makes it a unique and one of the finest sedans on road.

bullet  BMW X6

The BMW X6 is proudly known as the 'Sports Activity Coupe' as it combines the performance of a Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) and the comfort of a coupe. It bears all the attributes of a powerful SUV including high ground clearance, all-wheel drive, and all-weather ability tyres and wheels. It is also considered to be the world's first car that features Dynamic Performance Control for unique directional stability and excellent ride under all driving conditions.

The appeal of the car is highlighted by the flowing roofline, coupe like silhouette, striking front view, and dynamically rising side contour lines. It captures the attention of the onlooker with its unique combination of striking design and aesthetic look. The interior of the car is crafted with functional detail that holds an assortment of exclusive materials and interior trims. Leather Alcantara material is used in the car’s interiors. The dashboard and the door panels are also wrapped with high-quality leather and have special padding for enhanced quality.

The BMW X6 is one of the most innovative concept cars that went into production with a choice of engines. It has an option of 4.4-litre V8 twin turbo engine, 3.0-litre straight six cylinder petrol engine, and 3.0-litre six-cylinder diesel engine. All the engines are mated to six-speed sport automatic transmission that has extra shift paddles on the steering wheel. This gives an ultimate driving pleasure as well as improves driving safety.

bullet  Audi A4

Audi A4 is a premium luxury car with a strong commanding presence. This car is available in the India car market.

Designed with traditional Audi's design philosophy, the A4 carries a single frame radiator grille, stylish bi-xenon headlamps, well-flared wheel arches, and wraparound tail lights. It stands out in the crowd with its dynamic stance and the amazing design. As far as comfort is concerned, the interior of the car is luxurious and roomy with a host of functional features that provides high level of comfort.

The cabin of the sedan is highlighted with smooth leather surfaces and soft touch materials. Features adding to the aesthetics are the ambient lighting in the cabin, leather upholstered seats, driver-tilted LCD, trendy instrumentation, and impressive multi-information display.

Under the hood is a highly responsive 3.2-litre V6 engine that churns out 261 bhp. The engine along with refined suspension system and the Audi Drive Select enables the car to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.4 seconds and reach a top speed of 250 km/h. Equipped with Audi Drive Select, it adjusts its suspension to suit the road conditions. Audi Drive Select is an innovative technology that adjusts itself to the suspension to suit to a variety of road and driving conditions.

bullet Chrysler Grand Voyager

Chrysler Grand Voyager also known as 'Mini Van' celebrated 25 years of its successful presence in 2008. Since its launch in 1983, the car has undergone various modifications and refinements in line with the changing needs and demands of the car buyers.

The Grand Voyager is designed with stunning craftsmanship that combines excellent design cues and premium features. Flowing profile, crisp lines, striking chrome grille, and stylish headlights accents the elegance of the car design. The legendary Stow 'n Go seating makes the car capacious for comfortable seating of seven passengers and also provides immense amount of cargo space with ease. The latest innovation in this spontaneous and convenience seating is that the second row seats can rotate 180 degrees so that passengers in the rear seat can talk face to face.

It is powered by a powerful 2.8 CRD engine that offers 161 bhp and is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. It also provides exceptional versatility and advanced safety features to deliver optimized comfort and safety.

bullet Jeep Grand Cherokee

Jeep Grand Cherokee is one of the most popular Austrian Sports Utility Vehicles (SUV) that is in production since 1983. The fuel efficiency and traction capability of the car is commendable. The aerodynamic windshield rake, trapezoidal wheel openings, and stylish taillight impart ultimate luxury. In the interior, there is a high level of refinement with soft touch surfaces and bright accents. In addition, the dual tone instrumentation, leather-wrapped park brake handle, leather front door armrest, and centre console armrest adds to the dynamism and versatility of the car interior.

In the car there are five options of engines available from the highly responsive 3.0-litre V6 turbo diesel to the monstrous 6.1-litre HEMI® V8. The HEMI is an internal combustion engine built by Chrysler that uses a hemispherical combustion chamber. Furthermore, a smooth-shifting multi-speed automatic transmission added to the engines provides optimum efficiency and smooth ride quality.

bullet Lexus LX 570

Lexus LX 570 is considered to be one of the biggest SUVs that is currently available in Japan, Brunei, Australia, and China. The sleek lines, aggressive grille, integrated rear spoiler, body side moulding, and chrome-plated door handles make the car look dynamic and elegant. The interior of the car spell luxury and elegance with semi-aniline leather-trimmed seating and Bubinga wood trim, and a new cool box for beverages. The innovative SmartCard key helps enhance vehicle security.

Under the hood, the Lexus LX 570 is powered by a 5.7-litre V8 that produces 383 bhp at 5,600 rpm. It is further mated with Dual Variable Valve Timing (VVT) and six-speed automatic transmission to optimize power, fuel efficiency, and ride quality.

bullet Volvo XC70

Volvo XC70 wears a macho look with its high ground clearance and masculine design cues. The expressive design of the car is accentuated with a soft nose, framed side windows, distinct shoulders, and dark-coloured body panels. In the interior, Scandinavian touch generates a perfect combination of design and function. In addition, the 40/20/40 split rear seat with convenient armrest, luggage compartment with aluminium rails, built-in anchorage eyelets in the side panels, and power-operated tailgate signals the dynamic capabilities of the car.

The Volvo XC70 is equipped with an aspirated 3.2 six-cylinder engine that is further mated to All Wheel Drive (AWD) to provide a high level of driving pleasure.

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