2012 Jeep Wrangler in Portland at Dick’s Country in Hillsboro

The 2012 Jeep Wrangler is in Portland at Oregon Jeep dealer, Dick’s Country in Hillsboro. This iconic ride offers an all-new 3.6-liter V-6 powertrain provides more fuel efficiency, improved on-road driving dynamics and refinement, more power and torque – and even more legendary capability.

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In 2011, Jeep introduced an all-new interior to Wrangler that combines rich styling, versatility, comfort and improved feature use. Highlights include upgraded materials, automatic temperature controls, heated seats, power mirrors and steering wheel controls for vehicle systems. Larger rear windows are engineered for greater visibility. A USB port connects to the media center, 12-volt accessory outlets are located throughout the Wrangler and a 115-volt AC outlet is available to power select two-pronged home electronics.

Jeep Wrangler’s signature features include classic round headlamps, seven-slot grille, trapezoid wheel flares, removable doors, exposed hinges, a fold-down windshield and innovative removable and convertible tops and half-doors that allow the Wrangler to retain the brand’s iconic appearance and function. New for 2012, Wrangler Rubicon models now share a body-color hardtop option with the Sahara model, offering a premium appearance.

With room for five adults, the 2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited, for sale in Portland, remains the only four-door 4×4 convertible on the market.

Portland Jeep Wrangler drivers will stay safe on and off-road. The 2012 Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited are available with an array of safety and security technology features. Standard electronic stability control, electronic roll mitigation, Trailer-sway Control, Hill-start Assist and brake traction control are among two dozen available safety and security features. Jeep safety systems are engineered to improve handling and accident avoidance while providing occupant protection, allowing Jeep Wrangler customers the ability to safely “go anywhere and do anything.”

The 2012 Jeep Wrangler, for sale in Beaverton, stays connected with Uconnect systems, including voice recognition, Bluetooth® streaming audio, navigation and SiriusXM Satellite Radio. The Wrangler’s connectivity systems have improved ergonomics by giving the driver control at their fingertips. Intuitive buttons on the front and rear of the steering wheel control a number of features allowing the driver to keep hands on the wheel and eyes on the road.

The 2012 Jeep Wrangler, for sale in Salem, underwent millions of durability testing miles during development in the company’s scientific labs, at its proving grounds and on public roads in various climates.

The Wrangler’s 3.6-liter V-6 Pentastar engine recorded more than 12 million customer-equivalent miles on engine dynamometers prior to production. Testing was increased by 50 percent compared to previous Chrysler Group V-6 engines, to guarantee a long life against severe conditions and accommodate high-load applications such as trailer towing. Reducing noise, vibration and harshness was a key objective for every engine component and was achieved using advanced computer-aided engineering techniques.

As the Wrangler approached production, the company also tested day and night, on- and off-road to put the equivalent of three years of wear and tear on the vehicle in approximately three months time. This accelerated testing occurred on public roads, paved and unpaved, in an attempt to find and fix any issues before the first SUVs were delivered to customers. The test drivers checked all the functional aspects of the vehicle, such as heating and cooling, window operation, convertible and removable hardtop operation and navigation system.

2011 Hyundai Accent for sale in Portland at Dick’s Country Dodge in Hillsboro

Looking for a new Hyundai Accent in Portland? Why not save your wallet from becoming lighter and come check out this adorable 2011 Hyundai Accent GT, for sale in Portland at Dick’s Country Dodge in Hillsboro? For further information call 1-800-783-4891 and for our entire used car inventory in Portland click here.

The Accent’s many strengths make it not only a smart choice for buyers, but also a clear value leader in its segment. The Accent’s smart design pays comfort dividends inside, with more total interior volume than class above competitors Civic and Corolla. An efficient 1.6-liter DOHC in-line four cylinder engine powers Accent with up to 36 miles-per-gallon on the highway while producing low emissions. Add in the J.D. Power and Associates IQS Sub-Compact Car award, and Accent is a clear choice for consumers in this category.

In June 2010, the Accent topped the sub-compact segment in the 2010 J.D. Power and Associates Initial Quality Study (IQS). Owners of the economical and fun-to-drive 2010 Accent reported the fewest problems per 100 vehicles in its segment.

Interior space and unexpected features keep Accent a class above the competition. The Accent has more total interior volume than either the Toyota Corolla or Honda Civic – both a vehicle class above Accent and priced thousands of dollars more. Unexpected features include a B&M Racing^® Sport Shifter and XM Satellite Radio with three months of free service. The Accent SE’s standard (M/T only) B&M Racing Shifter adds shorter throw-lengths and offers more precision performance-tuned driving dynamics.

In a bold stroke in this price-sensitive market segment, Hyundai has outfitted the Accent with state-of-the-art standard safety technologies highlighted by six airbags, including dual front airbags, front seat-mounted side-impact airbags and roof-mounted side-curtain airbags covering both rows of seating. The combination of side and curtain airbags, which help protect the head and body during side impacts, can reduce fatalities by more than 45 percent according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). All Accents come equipped with front seatbelt pretensioners and load limiters, which are designed to tighten the seatbelt in the event of a collision.

The Accent’s smart design pays comfort dividends inside, with more total interior volume than either the Toyota Corolla or Honda Civic – both cars that are a vehicle class above Accent. The Accent four-door sedan has a total interior volume of 104.6 cubic feet, offering an unexpectedly spacious feel which bests the larger Civic sedan. In addition, Accent four-door has more passenger volume than Honda Fit, Toyota Yaris and Chevrolet Aveo. Accent three-door also delivers class-leading interior volume in the three-door segment. Its total interior volume of 108.1 cubic feet makes it roomer than the Civic Coupe by 12.9 cubic feet. Front passengers enjoy class-leading legroom and rear passengers enjoy a class-leading 53.1 inches of shoulder room. Accent three-door’s cargo space is 15.9 cubic feet, a total of 6.6 cubic feet larger than the Yaris three-door.

Accent’s interior finish, attention to detail and color options have reset expectations in its market segment. There’s a handsome two-tone interior color scheme available in gray or beige, or a black sporty monotone is also available. Analog instrumentation keeps the driver informed, while power steering and a six-way adjustable driver’s seat with fold-down armrest ensure long-haul comfort. Convenient storage areas are placed throughout the interior, including bins in the front and rear center console and glove compartment. GLS and SE add a passenger side seatback pocket and bottle holders in each door. Door storage pockets are standard on all trims, as are two more cup holders in front and another pair in the fold-down rear center armrest of the GLS. All Accents have a 60/40 split fold-down rear seatback making it easy to load large objects, or to mix cargo and passengers for maximum flexibility.

2012 Ford Edge in Portland at Dick’s Mackenzie Ford

My first vehicle was an SUV. It was a good-looking ride that got the WORST gas mileage imaginable. Those days that driving an SUV and having it kill your wallet at the gas pump are gone, and your Portland Ford Edge dealer sells the 2012 Ford Edge near Beaverton at Dick’s Mackenzie Ford in Hillsboro.

The outstanding fuel economy of the Ford Edge improves even more with the arrival of Ford’s new 2.0-liter EcoBoost® four-cylinder engine for the 2012 model year.

The refreshed version of the popular crossover, which went on sale in late 2010, featured the debut of industry-first MyFord Touch® driver connect technology and unsurpassed fuel economy.

The new 2.0-liter Ford EcoBoost four-cylinder engine, with turbocharging and direct injection, delivers 21 mpg city and 30 mpg highway, becoming the 13th Ford model/powertrain combination to deliver an EPA fuel economy rating of 30 mpg or more.

The Edge EcoBoost four-cylinder produces 240 horsepower and 270 lb.-ft. of torque.

Also exclusive to 2012 Ford Edge, for sale in Portland, with EcoBoost are aerodynamic enhancements and other technologies to help save fuel, including side door rocker moldings and active grille shutters. Active grille shutters help optimize aerodynamics by using vents to control airflow through the grille to the cooling system and engine compartment.

If air is required to cool the engine, the vents are opened. If no airflow is needed the vents are shut, contributing to significantly reduced aerodynamic drag.

Decreasing both road and wind noise was a key area of focus with the refreshed Edge, and that story continues with the 2012 model. To further improve interior quietness, expandable foam baffles are now used in the fenders and D-pillars while a thicker windshield with acoustic laminated glass helps decrease wind noise.

New for 2012 is the 10-way power lumbar and reclining driver’s seat (standard on SEL and Limited) and passenger seat (standard on Limited).

Standard on 2012 Edge is the 3.5-liter V6, which produces 285 horsepower, tops among standard V6 competitors, and delivers 19 mpg city and 27 mpg highway (front-wheel drive). The Edge Sport, with a 3.7-liter V6, increases performance to best-in-class 305 horsepower with excellent fuel economy of 18 mpg city and 25 mpg highway (front-wheel drive).

Each engine in the Edge lineup is mated to a fuel-saving six-speed automatic transmission.

Also new for Edge are 18-inch low-rolling-resistance tires. Rolling resistance, a measure of the force required for the tire to travel down the road, is a key attribute in improving fuel economy. Research indicates that it’s possible for a 10 percent improvement in rolling resistance to lead to a 1 to 2 percent improvement in fuel economy.

These low-rolling-resistance tires complement aerodynamic improvements, including a new rear liftgate spoiler and new exterior side mirrors.

The 2012 Ford Edge, for sale near Salem, offers a suite of innovative safety technologies and, like the 2011 Edge, is expected to earn a Top Safety Pick rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (for models built after February 2011).

To earn an IIHS Top Safety Pick, a vehicle must receive a rating of “good” in offset frontal-, side- and rear-impact crash tests and roof strength evaluations, as well as offer electronic stability control. AdvanceTrac® with RSC® (Roll Stability Control™) is standard on every Edge.

In addition, Edge features a solid unibody construction, which provides an energy-absorbing structure to help protect occupants. Bumper-to-bumper flow-through side rails, structural design and A-pillars are meant to move crash energy away from occupants. Nearly half of the stiff shell is composed of high-strength steels, such as boron, for both increased strength and reduced weight.

When a crash becomes unavoidable, Edge relies on an array of airbags to protect occupants. Two front dual-stage and two side airbags are joined by a Safety Canopy® System consisting of side-curtain airbags for front and rear outboard passengers. Personal Safety System™ safety belts feature pretensioners and an energy management system with adjustable D-ring height in the first row.

Edge was the launch vehicle for industry-first Ford SYNC® with MyFord Touch driver connect technology. This technology provides an intuitive, easy-to-use system for accessing a multifunction color display and infotainment color display.

Options for 2012 include one 4.2-inch color LCD screen in the instrument cluster and one 4.2-inch color LCD screen in the center stack, all the way to two 4.2-inch color LCD screens in the instrument cluster and one 8-inch color LCD touch screen in the center stack, which can be controlled by voice commands or a five-way control on the steering wheel.

SYNC is now available on the base SE model and provides hands-free access with simple voice commands. Every vehicle equipped with SYNC offers hands-free calling via paired and connected Bluetooth®-enabled phone, hands-free music via USB-connected digital media player and customer support and software updates via SyncMyRide.com for registered owners.

Other available SYNC Services features include Traffic, Directions and Information, which allows customers to receive traffic alerts, turn-by-turn directions and a business search through the radio, hear personalized news, weather, horoscopes, stocks, movie times and sports content, get travel information and send directions directly to the SYNC system. Also available is Vehicle Health Report, which allows customers to receive an online report of vehicle diagnostics, and 911 Assist™, which can connect directly to a 911 operator through the paired mobile phone after an accident in which an airbag deploys.

A power liftgate also is available on Edge SEL.

You can find the 2012 Ford Edge in Portland at Dick’s Mackenzie Ford in Hillsboro. When you’re looking for a new or used SUV in Portland, pick Dick’s and save. We are part of Dick’s Auto Group.

Ford Taurus SHO Performance Package adds track day bite

Ford has made a Performance Package available for the the 2013 Taurus SHO, promising “uncompromised response, road-holding and durability.” There’s no extra horsepower added to proceedings, but parts like the firmer suspension springs and dampers, upgraded cooling system, high-performance brake pads and stability control that can be turned completely off are meant to help you make the most of its 365 horses.

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2012 Chrysler 200 Convertible in Portland at Dick’s Country in Hillsboro

If this past week is any indication of what the summer in Portland will be like, this is going to be an incredible summer. Oregon covertible shoppers should consider the 2012 Chrysler 200 Convertible, for sale in Portland at Dick’s Country in Hillsboro. For further information please call 1-800-783-4891.

For 2012, the Chrysler 200 Convertible offers consumers a fun, open-air driving experience featuring elegant craftsmanship inside and out, an extraordinary level of standard content and innovative technology at a price that is pleasing to the wallet. The Chrysler 200 Convertible is an exciting alternative for customers who want the benefits of a coupe and the true open-air freedom of a convertible, all at a surprising value.

“The Chrysler 200 Convertible represents the unwavering optimism of the city of Detroit,” said Saad Chehab, Head, Chrysler Brand — Chrysler Group LLC. “With beautiful design and outstanding performance at a remarkable value, the 200 Convertible proudly asserts that sunny weather lies ahead.”

New for 2012, the Chrysler 200 Convertible sports two new exterior colors: Crystal Blue Pearl Coat and Deep Auburn, and a new interior color scheme for the Limited model: Black with Pearl White.

The 2012 Chrysler 200 Convertible, for sale in Beaverton, is unique in the standard specialty segment as a true mid-sized convertible that comfortably seats 4 adults and has room in the trunk, even when the power top is dropped.

Consumers can choose from two automatically latching, power tops, a body-color painted steel, retractable hard top, or a cloth soft top, both of which can drop with the press of a button on the key fob.

With clean, sleek lines, the signature Chrysler grille and winged badge, LED light pipe accents in the front projector headlamps, LED taillamps, a well-crafted interior including a one-piece instrument panel, “soft-touch” armrests and instrument panel and premium touch points throughout the vehicle, the 2012 Chrysler 200 Convertible, for sale in Oregon, delivers a design with purpose and attainable luxury.

The 2012 Chrysler 200 Convertible provides Portland Chrysler 200 drivers a fun, confident, handling performance in all driving situations, whether it’s commuting to work or a weekend adventure on scenic roads. The 2012 Chrysler 200 Convertible offers the choice of two powertrains, the 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine which provides outstanding V-6 horsepower and exceptional fuel economy or the proven 2.4-liter World Gas Engine. Both are mated to the 62TE six-speed automatic transmission. The 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine produces 283 horsepower (211 kW) and 260 lb.-ft. (353 Nm) of torque and has an estimated U.S.

EPA fuel economy rating of 19 miles per gallon (mpg) city and 29 mpg highway. The 2.4-liter I-4 World Gas Engine produces 173 horsepower (129 kW) and 166 lb.-ft. (225 N•m) of torque and has an EPA fuel economy rating of 18 mpg city and 29 mpg highway. The 200 Convertible has a 5-year, 100,000-mile powertrain warranty, and every available safety feature is standard on every model.

The 2012 Chrysler 200 Convertible is available in three different configurations in the United States – the Chrysler 200 Convertible Touring model, 200 Convertible Limited model and the 200 Convertible S model. All are packed with style, safety, an exceptional level of standard content, innovative features and a dynamic, open-air driving experience at a surprising value.

The Chrysler 200 Convertible Touring model has a starting U.S. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $26,575 excluding $750 destination and is powered by the 2.4-liter I-4 World Gas Engine mated to the 62TE six-speed automatic transmission.

Standard equipment includes: power cloth top, advanced multistage driver and front passenger air bags, supplemental front-seat mounted driver and passenger air bags, active head restraints, four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, electronic stability control, traction control, Sentry Key® engine immobilizer, illuminated keyless entry, security alarm, speed control, power locks, power windows, power top down via the key fob, rear window defroster, power trunk lid release, acoustic laminated front windshield glass, Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC), universal garage door opener, bi-functional halogen headlamps, automatic headlamps with turn off time delay, power heated exterior mirrors, 17-inch aluminum wheels, automatic temperature control, six-way power driver and front passenger seats, Media Center 130 CD/MP3 radio, steering-wheel-mounted audio controls, leather-wrapped steering wheel, leather-wrapped shift knob with chrome accent, tilt/telescoping steering column, ambient LED interior lighting and premium cloth seats.

The 2012 Chrysler 200 Convertible Limited model offer the standard features the Touring model offers as well as: 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine, dual bright exhaust tips, leather seats, Media Center 430 CD/DVD/MP3/40 gigabyte hard drive with 28 GB available storage touchscreen radio, Uconnect handsfree phone, iPod connector, fog lamps, bright exterior mirrors and door handles, 18-inch aluminum wheels, express up/down key fob, remote start and windscreen.

In addition to the standard features available on the Limited model, the 2012 Chrysler 200 S model offers: Premium Boston Acoustic speakers, “S” heated, leather front seats and leather rear seats with suede inserts, perforated leather-wrapped “S” steering wheel, 18-inch aluminum “S” wheels with black painted pockets, body color mirrors and door handles, “S” Grille with black painted bars, “S” headlamps with black background, “S” fog lamp bezels and a unique Chrysler winged badge with black inlay.

The 2012 Chrysler 200 Convertible is available in the following exterior colors: Blackberry Pearl Coat, Bright Silver Metallic, Black Clear Coat, Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl Coat, Bright White Clear Coat, Crystal Blue Pearl Coat, Deep Auburn Metallic and Tungsten Silver Metallic.

Military families in Portland looking for Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge or Ram will get “Military Appreciate Bonus Consumer Cash”

Portland Dodge dealer, Dick’s Country Dodge in Hillsboro would like to say thank you to our military men and women, along with their families. In doing so, we would like to offer Chrysler Group’s “Military Appreciate Bonus Consumer Cash” allowance to the retail purchase or lease of a new, eligible Chrysler, Jeep®, Dodge, Ram Truck, or FIAT brand vehicle from May 14 through May 31, 2012. For more infomation call 1-800-783-4891.

The “Military Appreciation Bonus Consumer Cash” is on top of the $500 military bonus cash that the Chrysler Group already offers to eligible members of the military and their families.

Eligible consumers include active military, active military reserve, retired military (honorable discharge required), and retired military reserve (honorable discharge required). All honorably discharged veterans are eligible regardless of discharge date.

This limited-time offer is available on 2012 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram Truck, excluding the 2012 Dodge Avenger SE, Chrysler 200 LX sedan, Dodge Journey AVP, all SRT models, and the Viper.

All eligible personnel must present their military I.D., discharge papers (DD214 form), or other documentation that clearly reflects their eligibility status, to a franchised Chrysler dealer in the United States at the time of retail purchase of an eligible vehicle.

Additional information about this special promotion may be obtained from any participating Chrysler Group dealer.

Portland Ford Focus ST drivers will not only have a car that is fast, it will SOUND fast as well

For Portland Ford Focus ST drivers, it’s not enough to have a car that is fast or feels fast. It also has to sound fast. Discerning sports compact drivers not only want their engines to sing, they want them to roar. Ford engineers made sure the new Ford Focus ST, for sale in Portland at Mackenzie Ford in Hillsboro, does both, with the help of a new twist on an existing technology.

Ford engineers added a special sound tube – called a sound symposer – to amplify the throaty frequencies enthusiasts crave in performance cars. Engineers worked to naturally amplify the specific lower range of engine frequencies found between 200 and 450 Hz that are most pleasing to performance enthusiasts through the use of a composite “paddle” that vibrates with intake air pulses.

While the sound tube concept has been used on Mustang in the past, the sound symposer used in Focus ST is unique because of its electronically controlled valve that opens and closes based on driver inputs – engine speed, accelerator pedal position and gear selection. In lower gears, the valve is mapped more aggressively, while in higher gears the effect is dialed back to enable quieter cruising. This isn’t possible with conventional, passive sound tubes. Part of the reason Ford made these changes is that on Focus ST, for the first time, the symposer is attached directly to the intake manifold (as opposed to between the manifold and air intake).

The secret to getting the throaty sound right was developing the perfect paddle to naturally amplify the ST’s great engine sound. Ford engineers tested several different paddles. Eventually, the supplier developed a paddle with the correct stiffness that yielded the best acoustic response and ultimately, the best “flutter” and low-end frequency sound.

An international team from suppliers of the intake manifold, battery tray, electrical hardware and software, and electrical connectors came together with Ford to accelerate development of the symposer. All in all, 30 engineers from five countries had to balance NVH, materials, manufacturing and assembly considerations to bring the symposer to life.

“The sound symposer gives the Focus ST an aural split personality,” says Lisa Schoder, Ford Focus ST Marketing manager. “In everyday driving, the car is composed and refined. But under full throttle, we unleash the sonic hounds. It’s a beauty and a beast.”

Among the more visible options will be the Tangerine Scream metallic color that will be offered exclusively on Focus ST as well as race-inspired Recaro seats with matching color accents.