Both Chevrolet and Ford have something to brag about at the 2011 Canadian International Auto Show. The Automobile Journalists Association of Canada called the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze Canadian Car of the Year, took the 2011 Ford Edge Canadian Utility Vehicle of the Year. According to General Motors, AJAC members of the compact sedan performance, ride quality and price quotes as the most important factors, and added that bonuses such as 10 standard airbags helped seal the award for the Cruze.
The 2011 Ford Edge crossover, won journos'extensive redesign and came to the following road and track testing. In addition, the Edge technology on board helped drive home the victory. Hit the jump for press releases
The 2011 International Truck of the Year has a new engine available under the hood. Kia Canadian fans can now head over to the dealers and get the 2011 Kia Sportage SX that has a direct-injected 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. We would expect to follow the U.S. to suit in a very short time.
Coupled with a six-speed automatic transmission, the turbo-mill has a relatively flat torque curve with peak power rpm 1800-3000 rpm. When screwed in the 2011 Sonata, the 2.0T with 274 hp and 269 pound-feet of torque is designed. We expect the Sportage SX to produce similar numbers, including the 30 + miles per gallon highway fuel economy numbers.
The car shown in Canadian dealer showrooms by the end of winter. At a price of $ 36,995, it comes with standard features including the new UVO entertainment system, similar to the Ford Sync is loaded. Check out the full press release after the break.
