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At the moment the Chevrolet team offers more than twenty vehicles ranging from subcompact cars to commercial trucks. The list of models the brand has to offer in 2008 includes carryovers from 2007 as well as successful models especially redesigned for the year to come. In early 2007 the Chevrolet team was ready to announce the list of models that the brand has to offer for 2008: the Corvette, the Aveo and the Aveo5, the Cobalt, the Equinox, the Impala, the Express Passenger Van, the Malibu, Malibu Classic and Malibu Hybrid, the Suburban, the TrailBlazer and the Chevrolet Uplander. The brand also announced the reintroduction of the Camaro model on a new Zeta platform which should be on sale by the year 2009.

The legendary Chevy Corvette returns in 2008 as a carryover of the 2007 model. The 2-passenger, 2-door convertible or non-convertible sports car will be available in ten trims that range from Z06 LZ3 to Coupe LT1. The 5-passenger, 4-door wagon Aveo5 will be available in the LS and SVM trims and its kindred model, the Chevrolet Aveo, a 5-passenger, 4-door family sedan will be available in the LT 4-Door and LS 4-Door trims. The Chevrolet Cobalt is a family sedan or family coupe with five passenger seats and two or four doors that will be available in eight trims. The model offers five speed manual transmission with overdrive as well as the option of a 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

The 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is a sport-utility 5-passenger, 4-door car that will be available in ten different trims. The standard includes a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive. The best selling of Chevrolet models in the United States so far, the Impala is a sports sedan or a family sedan with four doors and six passenger seats. It is equipped with a flexible fuel engine and a 4-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.

The Chevrolet family sedan Malibu series includes the Malibu model, the Malibu Classic and the Malibu Hybrid. All versions have four doors and five passenger seats, but the Malibu Classic and Malibu Hybrid are each available in only one trim while the Chevrolet Malibu is available in four different trims. The 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Concept comes equipped with a driver information center, or DIC, that keeps you informed at all times on tire pressure, engine oil life, outside temperature and many more. Another important feature of the Chevy Malibu is the Onstar security system which includes Road Assistance, Hands Free Calling, Remote Vehicle Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock and many more. The system will monitor your engine, brake, air bags, oil life and mileage and inform you of the car’s status in a monthly email report.

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BMW releases the latest 2008 model so far for the United States market. After the launch of the 2008 7 Series and M3 Sedan and Coupe models, BMW AG launches its entry in the compact crossover sport utility vehicle (SUV) segment, the 2008 X3.

Like all other 2008 BMW models, the X3 also comes with numerous new standard and optional features. According to a BMW official press release, “The X3 offered a smaller, more nimble, yet in many ways equally versatile alternative” compared to the large domestic and Japanese sport-utility vehicles that currently dominate the market segment.

For the 2008 model year, BMW now offers active headrests as standard equipment for the X3 3.0si. The 2008 X3 will be available with the Sport Activity Package that includes sport leather wrapped steering wheel, running boards, privacy Glass, and star spoke 18-inch wheels covered with all season tires. This package also comes with Shadowline exterior trim.

At the heart of the all new 2008 BMW X3 is the up rated 3.0-liter aluminum/magnesium 6-cylinder engine. The engine now offers more horsepower and peak torque output. With a maximum of 260 horsepower and 225 lb ft. of torque, this engine allows the 2008 BMW X3 to sprint from 0 to 60 mph in 6.9 with the 6-speed manual gearbox. For the new 6-speed STEPTRONIC automatic transmissions, the X3 can do this in 7.1 seconds. The 6-speed transmission transmits power via BMW’s xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimated the 3.0-liter to achieve a fuel economy of 17 mpg City / 24 mpg Highway for the model equipped with automatic gearbox.

The 2008 BMW X3’s aggressive body styling embodies the characteristics of BMW Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) concept. On the front fascia, the X3 features Xenon Adaptive Headlights and Cornering Lights, while the rear part features reconfigured taillights with LED lamps and Adaptive Brake Lights. Other exterior highlights include body-colored wheel arches, lower bumpers, distinct rocker panels, roof rails, roof spoiler, and one-piece tailgate. A standard wheels and tires combination completes the overall exterior appeal for the 2008 BMW X3.

As expected for a BMW SUV model, the 2008 X3 offers functional, practical, and luxurious interior. The vehicle can accommodate up to 71 cubic feet of cargo capacity and features other functional components like retractable cover, electrical power outlet, longitudinal rails, and available cargo net. A host of interior amenities are also included like the standard Dark Ash wood trim, 8-way power front seats, optional 16-way Comfort Seats, tilt/telescopically adjustable steering wheel, and rear-seat backrest that splits 60/40, just to name the few.

The 2008 BMW X3 also offers a wide array of active and passive safety equipments. These include six airbags, curtain type front and rear Head Protection System, Hill Descent Control, anti lock braking system (ABS), and Intelligent Safety and Information System (ISIS).

Customers can also choose several exciting packages including Sport Activity Package, Premium Package, Sport Package, and Cold Weather Package. In addition, owners of the 2008 BMW X3 can get the company’s services, which include BMW Maintenance Program, BMW Roadside Assistance, BMW New Vehicle Limited Warranty, BMW Assist, and TeleService 2. Customers may also want to get a BMW car cover when purchasing this model to protect it from the elements when not in use.