2022 In-depths for Carhp

2000-2500 words

*Expected prices are usually $500-$700 higher than the current MY’s pricing. In the case of a

completely new generation, the pricing may go up higher.

Overview

Introduce the car and how it has changed over the years from its inception. What are the changes

regarding the upcoming version? Mention the expected price and the segment the car will slot in.

Talk about how the car fares in the sales charts, and what are the good things the car is known for.

Mention a bit about how its reputation has been since its production began, etc. As you are writing

about the upcoming year, please keep the content relevant to the 2022 model. Also, write about

the options from other manufacturers in this segment. (2 Paras)

What’s New?

In case the car has gone through a generation change or a facelift, kindly mention the change

incorporated for the car for the model year. Also, mention if there is a new variant on offer with

respect to the upcoming year (IN BULLETS)

Pros

Mention three to four EXTREMELY GOOD points about the car, in bullets.

Cons

Mention three to four BAD points about the car, in bullets.

Price

Give the prices of various trims for the upcoming year. If the prices are not available, speculate the

prices according to the present year and what all features are added.

Release Date

Give an idea about when the vehicle will be available in the market for sale or when the

production will start.

Engine and Performance

Start describing the (expected in case the details haven’t been released) engine options for the

upcoming year. What are the changes in engine configurations according to different trims? Talk

about the engine, its power and torque figures, the gearbox, the drivetrain, how is the car to drive

in day to day conditions. Discuss if the same engine has been used in any other car from the same

manufacturer. Write about how that particular engine has performed in the other models.

Talk about the car’s acceleration, it’s 0-60 mph and quarter-mile timings. Write about ride and

handling, talk about the car’s dynamics, which include steering feedback, its suspension, its ride

quality over good and bad roads.

Also, you need to do a comparison, on how the car fares against its rivals in terms of outright

acceleration.

A table for representation purposes has been listed below. Kindly note that all tables are

MANDATORY. Mentioned the expected price in the table if the exact pricing is not out yet.

Models GMC Terrain Honda CR-V Mazda CX-5 Toyota RAV4

 MSRP $39,900.00 $34,750.00 $35,135.00 $35,280.00

2.0-Liter 1.5-Liter
2.5-Liter Intercooled 2.5-Liter
Engine Turbocharged Intercooled Turbo
Turbo Inline-4 Inline-4
Inline-4 Inline-4

Drivetrain AWD AWD AWD AWD

Continuously
9-speed 6-speed SKYACTIV- 8-speed
Transmission Variable-speed
automatic Drive Automatic automatic
with Overdrive

Power (hp @
252 @ 5500 190 @ 5600 227 @ 5000 203 @ 6600
rpm)

Torque (lb-ft @
260 @ 4500 179 @ 2000 310 @ 2000 184 @ 5000
rpm)

Fuel Economy

Write about the fuel estimates for the upcoming year. Also, mention the current year’s MPG

ratings (in case the ratings for 2022 are not out yet). Describe the speculated fuel economy with

the optional powertrains and transmission.

Also, you need to do a comparison, on how the car’s range and fuel economy fares against its

rivals.

A table for representation purposes has been listed below. Kindly note that all tables are

MANDATORY.

Models GMC Terrain Honda CR-V Mazda CX-5 Toyota RAV4

MPG (City) 21 27 22 25

MPG (Highway) 26 32 27 33

MPG (Combined) 23 29 24 28

Fuel Capacity (Gallons) 15.6 14 15.3 14.5

Range
325.5/405.6/3 378/448/40 336.6/413.1/3 362.5/478.5/4
(City/Highway/Combined, in
51.9 6 67.2 06
Miles)

Interior

Start with an overall look of the interior. Describe the changes in the upcoming year with respect

to the current version.

Describe the overall build, design and quality of the interior and what will be the first impression

after looking at it. Describe the material used in the interior and the seats. Also, tell about the

controls, how well they are in reach of the driver (ergonomics).

Write about the overall space with respect to the headroom and legroom. Please carefully note

some crucial points about the interior( seats, infotainment, controls etc.) regarding the previous

variant and mention them here.

A table for representation purposes has been listed below. Kindly note that all tables are

MANDATORY.

Models GMC Terrain Honda CR-V Mazda CX-5 Toyota RAV4

Seating Capacity 5 5 5 5
Front Row (Headroom/Shoulder 40/57.2/40. 38/57.9/41. 39.3/57.1/4
37.7/57.8/41
Room/Leg Room, in inches) 9 3 1

Rear Row (Headroom/Shoulder 38.5/55.6/3 39.1/55.6/4 39/54.8/39. 37.7/56.4/37

Room/Leg Room, in inches) 9.7 0.4 6 .8

Trunk Capacity (cubic feet) 29.6 37.6 30.9 37.5

Exterior

Start with an overall look of the exterior. Describe the changes in the upcoming year with respect

to the current version.

Write about the changes in cargo capacity and if there is a change in the overall shape of the trunk

with respect to the present year mode.

Talk about the exterior design philosophy, the looks, the curves. In the end, mention some of the

exterior features, in bullet points.

A table for representation purposes has been listed below. Kindly note that all tables are

MANDATORY.

Models GMC Terrain Honda CR-V Mazda CX-5 Toyota RAV4

Curb Weight (lbs) 3801 3576 3825 3655

Length (inches) 182.3 182.1 179.1 181.5

Width (inches) 72.4 73 72.5 73.4

Height (inches) 65.4 66.5 65.3 68.6

Ground Clearance (inches) 7.9 8.2 7.5 8.6

Wheelbase (inches) 107.3 104.7 106.2 105.9

What about the safety features and ratings?

In this section talk about the safety highlights of the car. Talk about how the chassis (if the car uses

a rigid chassis like the new Lincoln’s and Land Rover’s), comment on the standard suite of safety

and driver-assistance features. Add a comparative line about the rivals and most importantly do

mention the IIHS and NHTSA ratings of the car. Surely we won't have the 2022 ratings but we can

use the 2021 model’s ratings here (especially if the 2022 model is a carryover from 2021. Conclude

the section with some highlighted safety features of the car.

Competition

Car A vs Car B

Write a brief comparison between the two cars and make sure that the comparison is based on

facts and not pulled out of thin air. (1 Para)

Car A vs Car C

Write a brief comparison between the two cars and make sure that the comparison is based on

facts and not pulled out of thin air. (1 Para)

Final Verdict
Give a definite conclusion in this section based on all the content you have written in the above

sections. Write everything with respect to the upcoming year.