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www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday October 8, 2008 - 31 For truck lovers... the new Ford F-250 Contined from Page 29 GRAND VITARA 2008 13.0 L/100 KM (22 MPG) CITY 9.5 L/100 KM (30 MPG) HIGHWAY ¥ The 5.4-litre Triton V8 makes 300 hp and 365 lb-ft of torque. The 6.8-litre Triton V10 bumps the power to 362 hp and 457 lb-ft. And, as tested here, a new for 2008 6.4litre Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel engine boasting 350 hp and an impressive 650 lbft of torque. When Ford first launched the 2008 Super Duty, I took a comparison run in an `07 model and the new 6.4-litre diesel is not only more powerful, it is also much quieter than the older 6.0-litre version, with significantly less of that traditional pots-and-pans diesel acceleration clatter. The 6.4-liter Power Stroke Diesel combines a high-pressure, common rail fuel system with Piezo-electric fuel injectors and an advanced diesel particulate filter system to deliver power while reducing particulate output by more than 90 percent and posting emissions numbers on par with gasoline engines. As for mileage, well even the diesel tends to be thirsty and I averaged about 24.5L/100km, although I could squeak by at around 13L/100km at modest highway speeds, remembering that the only thing I was hauling was me. I had a lot of trucker-wanna-be fun with the six-speed manual but the bulk of sales will probably prefer the TorqShift five-speed automatic. And notable new features include: · A stowable bed extender that folds flat against the cargo box sides when not in use boosts cargo-hauling versatility. · An industry-first, integrated Tailgate Step with grab assist, both folding out of the tailgate for easier access to the cargo box. · Industry-exclusive PowerScope power-fold, power-telescoping trailer-tow side mirrors for wide load convenience. · Rear View Video Camera Backup System to help drivers maneuver in tight spaces or line up the truck's hitch with trailers I haven't even begun to list the four trim levels, the wealth of standard equipment, the extra options, stand-alone performance packages and new special edition models that, for 2009, will include a Cabela's FX4 for the outdoor enthusiast and for the first time, a Harley-Davidson F-450 pickup. So, forgetting what I said about "a truck you need", once you start picking and choosing from the "truck you desire" column, it's easy to bump up the price with an almost limitless list of extra performance equipment and option choices. As tested, this heavily-loaded FX4 added almost $22K to the $43,699 base price, for a total of $65,184. Definitely the boss's truck. Of course, whatever's added to the base vehicle is up to the customer, but considering the foundational improvements to chassis, powertrain and performance, this newest version of Super Duty successfully complements an FSeries lineup that has been Canada's bestselling pickup truck for 41 years. So whether you're towing a backhoe for work or a big boat, a very big boat for play, the Super Duty lineup has a model capable of serious trucking and hauling. But, as for me, as much fun as it was playing the trucker . . . "Umm, Debbie, have you got a Focus? Or something a little smaller?" 4WD / Power Windows / Power Locks / Power Mirrors / Remote Keyless Entry / Air Conditioning / V6 $19,995 OR NEW CASH PURCHASE PRICE PURCHASE FINANCING FOR UP TO 72 MONTHS 0% PLUS $1000 4.03% CASH INCENTIVE EFFECTIVE APR FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES 2008 GOLD KEY AWARD BEST NEW COMPACT SUV L'ANNUEL DE L'AUTOMOBILE MSRP $25,595* JLX MODEL SHOWN THE ALL NEW 2008 SX4 SEDAN SX4.ca 9.2 L/100 KM (31 MPG) CITY 6.5 L/100 KM (43 MPG) HIGHWAY ¥ Air Conditioning / Power Windows / Power Locks / Power Mirrors / Remote Keyless Entry FINALIST BEST NEW SMALL CAR 2008 PURCHASE FINANCING FOR UP TO 72 MONTHS 0% MSRP $17,195* SPORT MODEL SHOWN 2008 SWIFT+ 8.7 L/100 KM (32 MPG) CITY 5.8 L/100 KM (49 MPG) HIGHWAY ¥ MOST FUEL EFFICIENT AWD IN CANADA ¥ MSRP $20,695* JX AWD MODEL SHOWN Cargo Area Cover / Standard Front & Seat Mounted Side Airbags / AM/FM/CD/MP3 Player (4 speakers) PURCHASE FINANCING FOR UP TO 84 MONTHS 0% S MODEL SHOWN 2008 SX4 LEASE FROM ** CROSSOVER 9.5 L/100 KM (30 MPG) CITY 6.8 L/100 KM (42 MPG) HIGHWAY ¥ Intelligent AWD / Air Conditioning / Power Windows / Power Locks / Heated Power Mirrors / Cruise Control / Remote Keyless Entry DOWN PAYMENT ON LEASE $0 $ 249 2.28% 5.60% @ FOR 60 MONTHS EFFECTIVE APR FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES PURCHASE FINANCING FOR UP TO 48 MONTHS 0% EFFECTIVE APR FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES 4.51% Hurry in now for remaining 2008 models Every new Suzuki comes with a 5-year 100,000 kilometre powertrain limited warranty and 5-year unlimited kilometre roadside assistance Visit Suzuki.ca for your nearest dealer Suzuki of Oakville 2219 Wyecroft Road, Oakville, ON L6L 5L7 Toll Free 1-877-469-5969 fax 905-469-4562 CONSUMERS SHOULD READ THE FOLLOWING: Vehicles may not be exactly as shown. Limited time offers are subject to change without notice. *As shown: $29,745 MSRP for a new 2008 Grand Vitara JLX model with automatic transmission; $18,995 MSRP for 2008 SX4 sedan sport with manual transmission; $20,695 MSRP for a new 2008 SX4 Crossover JX AWD model with manual transmission; $16,295 MSRP for 2008 Swift+ S with manual transmission. Cash purchase price for a new 2008 Grand Vitara JA (MODEL LLN81S8) with manual transmission includes $5,000.00 cash incentive available only to cash customers and cannot be combined with subvented lease and finance offers. **Limited time lease offer available to qualified retail customers on approved credit only on new 2008 SX4 Crossover JX AWD (MODEL H3N80J8) with manual transmission $20,695 MSRP at 2.28% APR (5.60% effective APR for information purposes) for 60 months. Monthly payment is $249 (including $1,395 destination and delivery). $0 down payment or equivalent trade-in, $0 security deposit, $72 PPSA, $350 acquisition fee, administration fee, $75 fuel conservation tax (where applicable) and first monthly payment due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $14,935.06 including down payment. Taxes, license, insurance, applicable fees and registration are extra. 20,000 km/year total mileage allowance ($0.10/km for excess mileage). Limited time purchase finance offers available to qualified retail customers on approved credit at 0% for up to 72 months including $1,000 purchase financing incentive (4.03% effective APR for information purposes) on new 2008 Grand Vitara JX & JLX; at 0% for up to 72 months on new base 2008 SX4 Sedan (MODEL S3L83J8) only; at 0% for up to 48 months (4.51% effective APR taking into account discount for cash purchases) on new 2008 SX4 Crossover JX AWD; and at 0% for up to 84 months on new base 2008 Swift + (MODEL STR48C8) only. Finance example: $10,000 at 0% APR for a 48month term; the monthly payment is $208.33; cost of borrowing is $0.00; total obligation is $10,000.00. Down payment or equivalent trade-in may be required. ¥Based on Fuel Consumption Guide ratings published by Natural Resources Canada. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. All offers: (Grand Vitara/SX4 Sedan/SX4 Crossover/Swift+) Destination and delivery of $1,550/$1,395/$1,395/$1,345, $400/$75/$75/$0 fuel conservation tax (where applicable), administration fee, other taxes, duties on new tires (where applicable), license, insurance, applicable fees & duties and registration are extra. Certain conditions apply. Available on remaining 2008 models in stock. Retailer order/trade may be necessary. These offers cannot be combined with any other offer except for the Suzuki Graduate Program. With the Suzuki Graduate Program, recent university or college graduates may be eligible for an allowance on the purchase or lease of certain models. Dealers may lease or sell for less. Information shown is based on the latest available information at the time of print. Although information is believed to be correct, accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Suzuki Canada Inc. reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice or obligation. See participating dealers for conditions and details. Offers end September 30, 2008. ©2008 Suzuki Canada Inc. With all the refinements, available equipment and options of a luxury sedan, the Super Duty's evolution of the FSeries interior sets new standards for quality and optional luxuries in the truck market.