Victor Ivanov – Page 124 – Automobiles Review

Lumma Design BMW 1-Series F20

Lumma Design has presented their tuning package for BMW 1-Series F20. The hatchback comes with some exterior and interior upgrades, but no performance modifications.

The front gets new lip spoiler for the bumper available for the variant without the M-Technik package. The price is €249 with all necessary fittings. It also can be pre-painted upon request.

The suspension gets new lowering springs for an additional €269. The ride height is reduced by 35 mm giving better stance and improved handling. Last, but not least, the exterior can get a stripe set for €179 available in different colors.

The Lumma F20 rolls big 18” anthracite-polished alloy wheels fitted with 215/40 R18 tires. The set is €1,700.

The interior boasts a set of anodized aluminum pedals – €220 EUR. There are also velour floor mats with the tuner’s logo priced at €179.

Source: Lumma Design

March 27, 2013

2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA 45 AMG – US Price $47,450

Mercedes-Benz has presented the new 2014 CLA 45 AMG at the 2013 New York Auto Show.

The philosophy behind this four-door mid-series coupe matches that of the successful CLS 63 AMG, the trendsetter among four-door high-performance coupes.

As expected, it is powered by the same engine as A45 AMG. A turbocharged 2.0 liter four-cylinder petrol with 360HP (265 kW) and 450Nm (332 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in just 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).

The engine is mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7 transmission sending power to a front-biased 4MATIC all-wheel drive system.

Another special feature designed to enhance dynamic performance and driving enjoyment is the so-called “Momentary M mode”. In C and S mode, this enables the driver to activate manual mode (“M”) without having to remove a hand from the steering wheel, by pressing the “up” or “down” shift paddle once. In Momentary M mode the driver experiences the dynamism and performance of gear-shifting in manual mode in all the automatic driving programmes, with automatic up-shifting on meeting the rpm limit into the bargain. This allows the driver to devote his full attention to the vehicle’s impressive performance.

Other highlights include AMG independent sports suspension, 3-stage ESP with Curve Dynamic Assist, a set of 18” AMG alloy wheels fitted with performance tires.

Here comes the interesting part. The 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA 45 AMG is priced from €56,078 for European market and just $47,450 (around €37,000). Nobody knows, why the same car has almost 20,000 difference in price…

	Mercedes-Benz CLA 45 AMG
Displacement	1991 cc
Bore x stroke	83.0 x 92.0 mm
Compression ratio	8.6 : 1
Output	265 kW (360 hp) at 6000 rpm
Max. torque	450 Nm at 2250-5000 rpm
Engine weight (dry)	148 kg
Maximum engine speed	6700 rpm
Power density	133 kW (181 hp)
Peak pressure	up to 140 bar
Maximum charge pressure	1.8 bar
Fuel consumption NEDC combined	6.9 – 7.1 l/100 km
CO2 emissions	161 – 165 g/km
Efficiency class	C – D
Emissions standard	EU6
Acceleration 0-100 km/h	4.6 s
Top speed	250 km/h*

*Electronically limited

Source: Mercedes-Benz

March 27, 2013

2014 Jaguar XKR-S GT [video]

Jaguar has announced the new 2014 XKR-S GT at the New York Auto Show. Extensive aerodynamic and suspension changes, as well as the addition of carbon ceramic brakes, have combined to give the XKR-S GT race-car inspired connected feel and braking performance.

Some of the highlights include:

Carbon ceramic brake system with 398mm and 380mm discs front/rear, gripped respectively by six- and four-piston monoblock calipers

Electronic Pre-Fill system pressurises braking system and maximises braking performance
Addition of carbon-fibre front splitter, dive planes, extended wheelarch spats, an elevated rear wing, a rear diffuser and an optimised aluminium front valance contribute to a maximum downforce figure of 145kg (320lb) at the XKR-S GT’s electronically limited top speed of 186mph (300km/h)
The addition of race-derived, height-adjustable and retuned adaptive dampers with twin-spring system. Spring rates up by 68% at the front and 25% at the rear
New development of front and rear suspension from the F-TYPE sports car
The fitment of an F-TYPE steering rack for enhanced agility
Wider 20” forged alloy wheels shod with Pirelli Corsa 255/35 front and 305/30 rear tyres for maximised grip
Bonnet louvres aid engine cooling and reduce under-bonnet air pressure

The sports car is limited to just 30 units available exclusively in Polaris White finish.

The engine is the well-known supercharged 5.0 liter V8 – 550HP (404 kW) and 680Nm (501 lb-ft) of torque. It is mated to a 6-speed automatic gearbox. 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds and a top speed of 300 km/h (186 mph).

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQbSeXTwFjo

Source: Jaguar

March 26, 2013

2014 Toyota Vios at the Bangkok Motor Show

Toyota has introduced the new 2014 Vios at the 2013 Bangkok Motor Show.

In an effort to bring the fun of driving and the joy of ownership to first-time car buyers, Toyota has designed the new Vios combining a refined exterior with class-leading comfort and high fuel efficiency specifically for growing markets.

The dimensions are 4,411 – length, 1,700 mm – width, 1,475 mm – height and a wheelbase of 2,550 mm.

Some of the extras include new gauges, metallic accents, good audio system with MP3/USB/AUX connectivity and high-quality materials.

It is powered by a 1.5 liter four-cylinder petrol with 109HP (80 kW) and 141Nm (104 lb-ft) of torque. It is connected to a 5-speed manual gearbox or 4-speed automatic available as an option

Source: Toyota

March 26, 2013

Dodge Charger SRT 392 Limited Edition

Dodge has announced the Charger SRT 392 Limited Edition. The car made its official debut at the Spring Festival of LXs in Irvine, California.

It boasts TorRed paint finish with black accents on the hood and roof and sporting the iconic ‘392’ badge on the front fender. The 392 fender badge is gloss black with a gray insert within the 392. The interior of the Challenger 392 introduced at Spring Fest features a serialized dash plaque on the instrument panel.

“It’s a cool package. When you think of old school muscle cars, you think of black accents and this car kind of handles that in a new way. Not the whole hood is black, just a portion of it and we’ve done it in gloss black versus a matte black. It definitely has a presence to it.”, commented Mark Trostle, Head of SRT Design.

Charger SRT 392 Limited Edition will hit the market later this year with production limited to just 392 units.

Source: Dodge

March 26, 2013

Hamann BMW M5 F10 – It’s not tuning, It is styling

Hamann has introduced their latest project based on the powerful sports saloon – BMW M5 F10. The exterior is entirely changed, so practically it is very hard to say, what type of car did they used to create THIS?!

“Tuning”, is when take a car and make it better – more powerful, more beautiful and stylish, better to drive, etc. “Styling” is something else. It is when take a good-looking car and make it worse… a lot worse.

In fact, this is seriously “injured” BMW M5, which is one of the best cars in the world. What did they thought in first place, when creating this thing.

Actually, Haman is planning to create 10 of these horrible-looking cars, each priced at $235,000. We are curious, who will buy such ugly car

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7IbyXh_SywU

Source: Hamann

March 25, 2013

Weber Sportcars F1 – FasterOne

The Weber F1 is the world’s fastest and lightest street legal four-wheel drive car ever built. This masterpiece is coming from the former BMW and Sauber Petronas Formula 1 team.

It is powered by a V10 twin-turbocharged 5.6 liter engine with over 1200HP (882 kW) at 7,000RPM and 1250Nm (926 lb-ft) of torque at 4,200RPM.

0-100 km/h in 2.5 seconds and 0-300 km/h in just 16.2 seconds. The top speed is over 400 km/h (249 mph). The curb weight of the sports car is 1250 kg, so it has a power-to-weight ratio of 0.96 hp per kilogram.

The Weber F1 has a full carbon fibre moncoque chassis and the drive shaft (with now shorter gear ratios) – an inhouse development by Weber – has been improved for increased durability as well as drivability of the car.

The interior features WEBER SPORTCARS Carbon sport seats with leather trim, 6-point safety belts, safety cell and WEBER SPORTCARS steering-wheel containing controls for engine mapping and traction control system and shift paddles for sequential gearbox.

Source: Weber Sportcars

March 25, 2013

2014 BMW 6-Series

The BMW 6-Series Coupe, Convertible, and Gran Coupe models will enter the MY2014 with a stronger line-up than ever. There will be a lot of new enhancements and a limited edition of the Convertible.

The BMW 6-Series Convertible Frozen Brilliant White Edition will be produced in April and early May, 2013. It is limited to just 100 units available as a rear-wheel drive 650i, or 650i xDrive. The starting price is $106,695 for 650i and $110,095 for the X-drive model.

Contents signature to the Edition include BMW Individual Frozen Brilliant White Metallic exterior matte paint, Frozen Black wing mirror caps, black BMW kidney grilles, and 20” bi-color Ferric Gray / gloss-turned BMW M Performance light-alloy wheels.

Other 6 Series equipment specified to the Edition includes Black Nappa leather upholstery, a black Convertible soft top, and Gray Poplar wood trim. The M Sport Package and Executive Package are also included, and xDrive models will benefit from the Cold Weather Package.

All 2014 BMW 6-Series models receive the latest BMW iDrive version 4.2.

The newest BMW navigation system features a revised design and honed operating system. The menu-driven navigation system has been augmented by new functions. The user interface includes revised graphics and now comprises 3D elements, while the entire architecture of the individual menus is now presented in virtual, three dimensional spaces. Its 1.3 GHz processor and dedicated 3D graphics card, bring new levels of animation and dynamic transitions.

Source: BMW

March 25, 2013

1965 Porsche 911 Project 50 at the 2013 Goodwood Festival of Speed

Porsche will introduced the a special 911 Project 50 to celebrate the series 50^th anniversary at the 2013 Goodwood Festival of Speed.

An original 1965 Porsche 911 was originally purchased by an Italian customer, who paid around £3,400 today’s money. The car is powered by a 2.0 liter flat-six with 130HP (97 kW). However, it is converted into a FIA-approved race car in the late 1990s.

The 1965 ‘short-wheelbase’ 911 will be racing under the ‘Project 50’ team banner in selected ‘Masters Series’ events alongside appearances at larger festivals such as the Nürburgring OldTimer and Silverstone Classic. The car will be run out of the UK headquarters in Reading, Berkshire, and maintained by the in-house Porsche Cars GB Motorsport team who also provide the technical support for the Carrera Cup GB Championship and GT3 Cup Challenge GB.

With a simple silhouette and minimal exterior graphics, the early 911 has a very distinct design purity which is a lasting legacy of the designer, Ferdinand Alexander Porsche. This not only established the Stuttgart coupe as a style icon, but also set the template for future generations of the car. These early cars also set the motorsport reputation of the 911, not least with an outstanding debut success in the 1965 Monte Carlo Rally with a first in class and fifth place overall result.

Since it was first launched, the 911 has been regarded as a rewarding car to drive quickly due to its rear-engine. To drive fast, a 1965 911 undoubtedly demands a particular level of commitment behind the wheel; this dynamic flair remains discriminating to this day. Systematic chassis refinements over the years have had the effect of lessening the influence of the legendary rear-biased weight distribution of the 911 yet the unique feel, character and driver involvement is undimmed. And the high dynamic limits of the chassis continue to demand respect.

Source: Porsche

March 22, 2013

German Special Customs Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG

German Special Customs has announced their sensational tuning package for the stunning Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG. The name of the project is “Stealth” and we can see, why!

The 5.5 liter twin-turbo V8 is boosted to whopping 750HP (551 kW) and 1,150Nm (848 lb-ft) of torque. This is an increase of 225HP (165 kW) and 451Nm (332 lb-ft) of torque. Thanks to so much power, the four-door coupe accelerates to 100 km/h in just 3.7 seconds and has a top speed of 350 km/h (217 mph).

The result is thanks to one set of bigger turbochargers, an additional water cooler for the charge air intercooler and a new exhaust system.

Other performance upgrades include a KW coil-over suspension with adjustable dampers on the front axle. The mounted Michelin high-performance tires of the dimensions 255/30R20 and 305/25R20 made of the own-brand alloy wheels of the dimensions 9J x 20” and 10.5J x 20” generate sufficient grip.

The exterior boasts new front bumper with built-in LED daytime running lights, a redesigned hood with air vent, different side skirts and fenders, four-pipe exhaust, along with a new rear bumper that has a carbon fiber diffuser and side air outlets.

The interior features an Aventador-inspired orange elements combined with a black finish and several carbon fiber inserts.

Source: German Special Customs

March 22, 2013

Toyota GT86 Cup Limited Edition – 86 Units

Toyota has announced the GT 86 Cup Edition, which will be limited to just 86 units.

It costs just 2,860 more than the regular model, but comes with a lot nice upgrades like 18” OZ Ultraleggera wheels wrapped around in Pirelli P Zero Corsa GT tires measuring 225/40 R18. There are also some nice paint options like Dynamic White Pearl, Racing Red and Furious Black Mica colors decorating the roof, hood, exterior mirrors and trunk lid, with corresponding color accents on the front spoiler, rear diffuser, A-pillar.

The interior boasts an Alcantara sports steering wheel, “Cup Edition” lettering and an individually-numbered brushed aluminum plaque.

For this additional money you’ll get two tickets to a VIP customer event at the Nurburgring.

No performance upgrades are planned, so the 2.0 liter boxer engines still offers 200HP (147 kW).

Source: Toyota

March 22, 2013

ABT Volkswagen Tiguan – 260HP

ABT Sportsline has announced their latest project based on Volkswagen Tiguan. The tuned SUV comes with styling and performance upgrades.

“This SUV embodies fun and adventures and is thus fully in line with our portfolio”, commented Hans-Jurgen Abt, CEO of the globally largest tuner of cars produced by the Volkswagen Group.

The exterior boasts a new front grille, door strip attachments, rear spoiler and a rear skirt set including a quad-pipe exhaust system. There are different sets of wheels from 18” to 20” fitted with performance tires. ABT also offers lowering spring sets and wheel spacers.

The interior features new floor mats as well as cargo mat.

The 2.0 liter TDI with 170HP (125 kW) is boosted to 195HP (143 kW), while the 140HP version can deliver 170HP (125 kW). The variant with 110HP (81 kW) can be pumped up to 140HP (103 kW).

The petrol range including 2.0 liter TSI and 1.4 TSI has a lot more power. The mighty TSI can be boosted to 230HP (169 kW) or 260HP (191 kW) and the 1.4 liter TSI can be upgraded to 160HP (118 kW), 180HP (132 kW) or max of 210HP (154 kW).

The Tiguan is a member of the ABT Sportsline SUV family, and as with the Touareg and the Q3, Q5 and Q7 drivers will get a very sporty and versatile automobile.

Source: ABT

March 22, 2013

Author: Victor Ivanov