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October 2, 2011

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NADAguides ' top buys, new Infiniti's Mercedes-Benz base

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(General Motors)

NADAguides names top new-model buys
NADAguides has announced its Top Recommended Current Buys for the quarter, based on depreciation value, current incentives and rebates, warranty, assistance services and features. The models recommended are:

2011 Audi S5
2012 BMW 6 Series
2012 Chevrolet Colorado (shown)
2012 Ford Mustang
2011 GMC Terrain
2012 Hyundai Tucson
2011 Land Rover LR4
2011 Toyota Venza
2012 Volkswagen CC

--The Associated Press


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(The Associated Press)

New Infiniti will have Mercedes-Benz base
Mercedes-Benz will share its all-new B-Class platform with Japanese rival Infiniti, which will use it as the foundation for a new compact luxury car for 2014. Mercedes-Benz, Renault and Nissan (which owns the Infiniti brand) are 18 months into a strategic partnership that will include sharing powertrains and assorted platforms. The coalition will also assess the possibility of working together to develop zero-emission vehicles. Company heads say cooperation on engines and vehicle platforms helps avoid overlapping investment and reduce costs.

--Wheelbase Communications

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