Serial Crossover MINI will be similar to the concept and will appear in September

The company plans to MINI in September at the Frankfurt MOTORSHOW provide serial version of its first crossover, whose prototype was first shown last year in Paris.

According to the publication Inside Line's top manager of a British brand, Wolfgang Armbreht, the final decision on setting the car on the conveyor and the approval of the design, which will be virtually identical to the exterior of the concept-Kara, was taken after the positive feedback of experts and the public on the models at the Paris show.

According to Armbrehta originally crossover will be offered only in peredneprivodnom version, but changed the system full of drive, set up by the drive BMW xDrive, will appear later (the exact date of entry into the market this version, he did not name). Top-manager of Mini also clarified that the new model will chetyrehmestnoy, and its overall length of about four meters. This machine will keep company manageability card and receive opportunities transformation salon.

It was expected that line of engines will be to repeat the range of engines offered for hetchbekov, but For the masthead crossover version will be offered 1.6-liter unit with two turbines. As the representative of MINI, the creation of a "charged" with a crossover from the studio tyuningom John Cooper Works is not planned.

Issue news establishing a factory Austrian company Magna Steyr. As the Inside Line, in the U.S. cost of peredneprivodnogo crossover base of about 29 thousand dollars, and the version with a four-wheel drive and a more powerful engine will cost 34 thousand.

Exclusive sports Wiesmann GT MF4 received a 420-strong engine BMW

The German manufacturer of exclusive sports cars Wiesmann about entering the market the most powerful modified model GT MF4, which will be in the name of the index "S". Reported online edition Motorauthority.

Two sports will be equipped with a 4.8-liter gasoline engine eight companies BMW, which develops the capacity of 420 horsepower and is able to work together with six or robotized mechanical gearbox with two clutches. Note that standard Wiesmann GT MF4 completed less powerful version of the same engine - 367 horsepower.

The most powerful version of sports will also receive a special plate on the center console, which will be engraved with the name of the owner of the machine, serial number and signature of the company founders - Martin and Fridgelma Vismannov.

Wiesmann GT MF4-S is scheduled to issue a limited edition of 20 copies. The cost of the car is not yet known.

Meanwhile, the model number of Wiesmann is even more powerful car - GT MF5, which was built on the same platform as the GT MF4, but equipped with a 507-strong atmospheric V10 from BWM M5. The premiere of this machine was held at the Geneva motor show last year.

Atelier Carlsson presented his version of Mercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG

German tuning company Carlsson extended details on the program of improvements to the "charged" roadster Mercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG. Reported online edition Worldcarfans.

Sport package is called SL CK63 RS and to set the car on the court atelier deutsche mark a new low suspension, and other mechanisms to carboxylic brake discs, branded 20-inch alloy wheels, as well as change the appearance slightly by machine mesh grids air intakes, and Also new front spoiler and rear diffuser made from polyurethane.

Professionals studio Carlsson has been able to increase output eight 6.2-liter engine with 525 to 600 horsepower (maximum torque has increased to 705 Nm). This time, the crackdown roadster from zero to a hundred kilometers per hour, compared with the AMG-version dropped by four tenths of a second - up to 4.1 seconds. Top speed - 325 kilometers per hour.

The cost of Mercedes-Benz SL with the sports package in Germany amounts to 272 thousand 500 euros.

The new flagship sedan Hyundai will cost 96 thousand dollars

Hyundai-blog has published the first spy photos flagship sedan Hyundai Equus new generation, which should debut in the next month and become the most expensive car in the history of the brand.

According to the portal, the South Korean market price of the car will start with 130 million won (about 96 thousand dollars).

Rear wheel drive Hyundai Equus, whose overall length is more than 5.1 meters, will be initially offered with a six-and eight-Engines of 3.8 liters and 4.6 respectively. In the second half of this year in the range of models added pyatilitrovy V8 power of 420 horsepower, which will disperse sedan from zero to a hundred kilometers per hour in less than six seconds.

In addition, the car will be fitted with LED lighting, upgraded from the current generation of Equus stabilization system and warning system neproizvolnom crossing the markup.

Currently, the South Korean brand has no plans to deliver the car to the European and American markets

The American Ford will receive CPR with two stsepleniyami just one year

The company Ford announced that the American market robotizirovannaya six-speed gearbox with two "dry" Adhesion PowerShift be mounted on cars only in 2010.

By design "fordovskaya" box PowerShift similar CAT DSG concern Volkswagen: drive is built on the basis of the usual 6-step "mechanics", but is equipped with two clutch plates, each of which is responsible for the even and odd transmission respectively. Steps can be switched as in a fully automatic and manual operation using podrulevyh petals.

Recall that the transmission, developed in conjunction with the company Getrag and represented the first time five years ago on the concept Ford Bronco, already available in Europe for models of C-Max and Focus, dvuhlitrovym equipped with diesel engines.

Representatives of Ford, noted that the CPT PowerShift at 13 kilograms lighter than a four normal "machine, installed in Ford Focus, but also provides better fuel efficiency - up to nine percent (depending on model).

American avtoproizvoditel not specified for what machines will be offered PowerShift, but noted that by 2013, all models will be equipped with a transmission in the base.

The new cabriolet based on the Audi A5 Coupe

The new Audi A5 Cabriolet - a real Audi with the emotional nature. Four car with a soft top (textile folding top) combines the athletic performance, driving pleasure and open with a high comfort of daily driving.

Audi A5 Cabriolet is one of the most attractive new middle class: seven powerful engines, a mobile carrier and a wide choice of options. Best predstavitilem lineup Audi Cabriolet is S5 Cabriolet trehlitrovym charged with a new V6 engine with direct injection. The first deliveries of the new Audi Cabriolet S5 planned in the second quarter of 2009.

Like all of the convertible model range Audi, S5 Cabriolet has a Soft Top, which gives the car a dynamic elegance. This simple design opens automatically in 15 seconds at maximum speed to 50km / h.. You can also order the acoustic cover, which reached the level of the same noise level as in the meeting.

Roof S5 Cabriolet folded does not take much space in the trunk and leaves with an additional 320 liters of free volume, which is the best indicator of convertibles.

The new cabriolet based on the Audi A5 Coupe in Ukraine in 2009 - AUDI practical are folding rear seats, increasing the distance between the cabin and luggage compartment, while capacity increased to 750 liters.

In the car freely housed four people, the interior design of extremely high-quality materials make the trip more enjoyable and comfortable. Security and stability are achieved by a car strong steel alloy and a more rigid suspension, and good ergonomics attached sports car elegance.

Dynamism A5 Cabriolet is achieved through a fairly wide range of petrol and diesel engines, starting with the 1.8 TFSI (160l.s.) 3.2 TFSI (265l.s.) and 3.0 TDI (240l.s.). All units with direct injection, and most of them - turbocharged. The car can be equipped with 6-speed transmission with smooth multitronic or 7-speed S tronic.

In addition to front-wheel drive, Audi offers permanent full drive guattro ® ¬. Innovative sports differential that distributes drive force between front and rear wheels makes the ride even more dynamic and more secure.

The ideal complement to this package of technology is the system dynamics of Audi drive select, which the driver can adjust the acceleration characteristics of the engine, transmission shift 7-speed S tronic or multitronic and stand stiffness servotronic steering control according to the three selected modes «comfort», «auto» , «dynamic».

The control system Audi drive select provides «acceleration» engine, steering control and support for shifting S tronic automatic. The driver by pressing the button sets a comfortable, quiet ride and sporty appearance. With a navigation system MMI plus the opportunity to programming mode.

Audi drive select can combine two innovative technologies - electronic adjustable shock absorbers and dynamic Audi. Stripped regime - the steering ratio can vary, as well as support for a smooth drive - soft, with a slow ride in the fast and tough ride. Dynamic range in the limit is implemented in cooperation with ESP.

The new Audi A5 Cabriolet has a complete set: light alloy rims, climate control, audio system, CD player and others. You can also establish a system of third-generation MMI, containing a set of functions.

A5 Cabriolet is the highest position as a new car lineup. Thus, its 3-liter engine TFSI V6 c direct injection develops the power to 245 kW (333 hp) and torque to 440 Nm. During the ride creates extraordinary experiences. Strength athlete in the Audi A5 Cabriolet stresses drive quattro, 18-inch wheels and a number of other options.
Design Audi A5 Cabriolet is allocated a combination of progressive forms and the elegance of a soft roof of the car. Elongated hood, clear lines razmashistye wings, elegant surface, big wheels evolved front of the car and the powerful rear of the body shape a bright appearance of the car. Dimensions Audi A5 Cabriolet: length 4.63 m, 1.85 m wide and висота of 1, 38m - sporting aspect.

At the front of the car is well-known lattice радіатора Audi Singleframe. With the stylish design, the headlights look like a masterpiece of engineering. Daylight Xenon-plus with LEDs, and aluminum lining attached particular shine frame cheek.

On the back of the body are stretched horizontal lines, large headlights, exhaust pipe and soft shape lid. Rear Xenon-plus headlights with LEDs provide bright light.

Soft Top with panoramic rear window perfectly fits into the design of the car, it is a top priority over the Hard Top, as a soft folding top lighter weight, which significantly affects the total weight cabriolet and shifts the center of gravity to the middle of the car. Four colors of foreign and three colors upholstery folding top.
The soft folding top is composed of three layers: the middle of a soft mat. If the option is sound, these mats are filled with foam in the thickness of 15 mm. and noises are heard no more than the Sedan.
In all versions folding top opens by pressing a button on the center console or brelke keys with the help of a hydraulic pump and cylinder opening mechanism. The roof opens and closes for 15сек for 17sek. You can also open and close the roof while driving at speeds of up to 50 kilometers per hour.

In bringing to the Ukrainian market A5 Cabriolet, Audi is planning to present a fairly wide choice of petrol and a diesel engine. The most powerful version, provided for the model - 3.2 TFSI, with a multitronic, can dispel the car to 100km / h in just 6.9 seconds and a maximum speed is limited electronically to 246 km / h.

The most powerful diesel sedan version XF

Company Jaguar published information about the new diesel versions of Sedan XF - Diesel S. This car will be the most powerful brand model, equipped with turbodizelem, and will appear in European dealer showrooms in March next year. That was reported by British Car. Jaguar XF Diesel S.

Under the hood of new items will be trehlitrovy six diesel engine with two turbines. The first turbocharger with variable geometry impeller works up to 2800 revolutions per minute, and then, at higher speeds, connects the second turbine greater power. According to Jaguar, such a scheme increases efficiency and improves fuel efficiency.

The engine that runs in a pair with six automatic transmission, develops 271 horsepower and a maximum torque is 600 Nm. The average fuel consumption per one hundred kilometers of the road at Jaguar XF Diesel S is about 6.8 liters. Emissions CO2 - 179 grams per kilometer.

According to the manufacturer, from zero to 96 miles per hour XF with the power plant will be able to razognatsya for 5.9 seconds. Top speed is limited electronically at around 250 kilometers per hour.

Note that in addition to the engine from the other new versions will be different availability shildikov with the letter "S", a small spoiler on the trunk lid, as well as 20-inch wheels, a new design.

In addition, for the XF sedan will be offered less powerful version of the same trehlitrovogo turbodizelya - 236 horsepower.

Recall that earlier in the scale model XF had only one diesel engine volume of 2.7 liters and output of 207 horsepower, which is after-market version of trehlitrovym the engine is scheduled to withdraw from production.

Kia Soul turned into a youth pickup

Appearance pickup compared to the serial crossover, not to mention the open rear of the body has changed slightly. Designers reduced the windscreen, added LED headlights head light and rear lights, slightly increased the air vents under the headlights, as well as the established 19-inch wheels, aluminum alloy and other rear-view mirrors with blue LED repeaters povorotnikov. Concept car, as well as the serial Soul, is peredneprivodnym and equipped chetyrehtsilindrovym gasoline engine.

Kia Soul превратили в молодежный пикап

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Размер шрифта На проходящей в Детройте автовыставке южнокорейская компания Kia представила концептуальный пикап Soul'ster, построенный на базе компактного кроссовера Soul.

Внешность пикапа по сравнению с серийным кроссовером, не считая открытую заднюю часть кузова, изменилась незначительно. Дизайнеры уменьшили лобовое стекло, добавили светодиодные фары головного света и задние фонари, чуть увеличили вентиляционные отверстия под фарами, а также установили 19-дюймовые колесные диски из алюминиевого сплава и другие зеркала заднего вида с голубыми светодиодами повторителей поворотников. Концепт-кар, также как и серийный Soul, является переднеприводным и оснащен четырехцилиндровым бензиновым двигателем.

В задней части кузова может быть установлена двухсекционная "тряпичная" крыша, а переднее пассажирское сиденье и задние кресла складываются вровень с полом.

Как сообщает британское издание Car, автомобиль был создан в дизайн-центре марки в Лос-Анджелесе только как прототип - без планов о серийном производстве. Однако источники журнала внутри Kia уточнили, что если реакция посетителей моторшоу на пикап Soul'ster будет положительной, то руководство компании рассмотрит вопрос о постановке аналогичной модели на конвейер.

In the rear part of the body can be installed dvuhsektsionnaya "rag" the roof and the front passenger seat and rear seat folded flush with the floor.

As reported by the British edition of Car, a car was set up to design the center mark in Los Angeles as a prototype - no plans for mass production. But sources inside the magazine Kia said that if the reaction of visitors MOTORSHOW to pick Soul'ster will be positive, the management company would consider setting a similar model to the conveyor.

Toyota Prius

Overall dimensions of the machine slightly increased (Prius had a 1.5 cm long and 2.5 cm wider), decreased the rate of air resistance (from 0.26 to 0.25), a more powerful engine and other design front and rear of the the body, while the overall style and features of the predecessor body had been preserved.
The main change in the power plant's new-generation Toyota Prius - this 1.8-liter gasoline "quartet" working on the Atkinson cycle, the power which is 98 horsepower, and maximum torque - 142 Nm (previously installed on this model 1,5 -- liter engine developing 76 horsepower). Acceleration time new Prius to "hundreds" compared with the previous model has declined by nearly a second - up to 9.8 seconds, average fuel consumption in combined cycle is reduced by 0.4 liters - to 4.7 liters per hundred kilometers of road.

In addition, the size and weight of the power plant has decreased by 20 percent, as well as a new system for the regeneration of energy during braking, disc brakes on all four wheels and solar panels, for extra charge installed in the roof of the car and feed the climate setting.

Prices for the new hybrid Toyota Prius has not yet been named, but the journalists, an American publication MotorTrend suggest that the cost of the car in topovoy set up in the U.S., about 30 thousand dollars. Sales of such Prius will be this spring.

Nissan is a commercial NV2500

 In the Nissan Technical Center in the United States was represented by the concept of a commercial passenger vehicle NV2500, which debyutiruet in 2010.

It is based on the chassis of Titan F-Alpha, which is also pick-up truck Titan. Nissan has already signed a contract to supply diesel engines from Cummins and automatic transmission - with ZF.

In the next three years, Nissan plans to present three more versions of vehicles based on the above platform.

In addition NV2500, Nissan also showed concept NV200. The latter apparently recalled Ford Transit Connect and built on a platform of the compact Nissan B. On the possibility of its production until say nothing.

Peugeot 3008 2010 withdrew camouflage

 

Successor 4007 model looks very similar to the concept Prologue HyMotion4, showing the audience at the Paris Motor Show, but unlike the conceptual model of serial version is less aggressive and more "family".
Design lattice radiator and the general outlines of crossover look cool, but generally fall into submission to the European buyers of the car for the whole family.
Peugeot 3008 will be available in two versions: the five-and semimestnoy. First, the market appears peredneprivodnaya changed, and later added to it and the wheel option.
Crossover will be equipped with a ruler 4-cylinder petrol and diesel engines volume of 1.6 liters, in the long run - a hybrid drive. Previously, it was reported that production of Peugeot 3008 starts in mid-2009.