Automobiles Review

Author: Victor Ivanov

  • 2013 Geneva Motor Show: Ford EcoSport

    The smaller brother of Ford Kuga – the EcoSport has been brought at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show. The car was firstly introduced at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona last month.

    After bringing the car to Mobile World Congress in Barcelona last month, Ford is showcasing the Euro-spec 2013 EcoSport in Geneva.

    The SUV rides on Fiesta’s platform and is powered by similar 1.0 liter EcoBoost engine with 125HP (92 kW) or a 1.5 liter naturally aspirated power unit with with 110HP (81 kW). There is also a diesel option – a 1.5 liter TDCi with 90HP (66 kW).

    The SUV’s distinctive front grille, short bonnet and raked front pillars, deliver a sporty and contemporary feel, and angular headlamps reinforce the modern look. It will also offer a comprehensive package of driver assistance technologies including Electronic Stability Program and Hill Launch Assist.

    2013 Ford EcoSport comes with YNC AppLink system which provides support for voice-controlled smartphone applications. There is also a SYNC Emergency Assistance which will connect passengers to local emergency services operators after an accident.

    Ford EcoSport Geneva 2013
    Ford EcoSport Geneva 2013
    Ford EcoSport Geneva 2013
    Ford EcoSport Geneva 2013
    Ford EcoSport Geneva 2013
    Ford EcoSport Geneva 2013
    Ford EcoSport Geneva 2013
    Ford EcoSport Geneva 2013

    Source: Ford

  • 2013 Aston Martin Vantage GT3 and DBRS9

    Aston Martin has announced the launch of the new GT3 CUP, a three race series open to competitors in the Aston Martin Vantage GT3 and DBRS9.

    The series is an invitational class within the ASTON MARTIN GT4 CHALLENGE OF GREAT BRITAIN, which is now in its fourth season, and the cars will race alongside the Vantage GT4s at the Silverstone, Donington and Brands Hatch rounds. To commemorate Aston Martin’s centenary this year, each of the races will be held over either 100 laps or 100 minutes, with the Brands Hatch round forming part of the ASTON MARTIN CENTENARY FESTIVAL in July.

    At each circuit, the series takes prime position in the paddock with separate garages for all competitors and the exclusive Aston Martin VIP Race Centre for drivers and guests to relax between sessions.

    Points scored in the GT3 Cup will count towards the ASTON MARTIN RACING GLOBAL CHALLENGE.

    Check out the calendar, below!

    Calendar:

    • 6 April – Silverstone
    • 1 June – Donington Park
    • 7 July – Brands Hatch GP

    Source: Aston Martin

  • Misha Designs Porsche Cayenne Wide-body

    Porsche Cayenne II has received another tuning package from Misha Designs. The new parts are compatible with Cayenne Type 955, which is produced from 2002 to 2006 and Type 957 (2007-2010).

    The aerodynamics package includes a new front bumper, a restyled front hood, a pair of new side skirts and a new front fender flare. At the rear, there is a new roof spoiler, modified rear bumper with diffuser and rear fender flares.

    Other highlights include LED daytime running lights and huge 22” DPE CSR05 alloy wheels with a five-spoke black concave configuration and ultra-low profile performance tires.

    Misha Designs comments that a minimum of bodywork is necessary and the kit will replace the stock parts using factory mounting points. Everything suits perfectly and is made from high quality materials.

    Misha Designs Porsche Cayenne II Wide-body
    Misha Designs Porsche Cayenne II Wide-body
    Misha Designs Porsche Cayenne II Wide-body
    Misha Designs Porsche Cayenne II Wide-body
    Misha Designs Porsche Cayenne II Wide-body
    Misha Designs Porsche Cayenne II Wide-body
    Misha Designs Porsche Cayenne II Wide-body
    Misha Designs Porsche Cayenne II Wide-body
    Misha Designs Porsche Cayenne II Wide-body
    Misha Designs Porsche Cayenne II Wide-body
    Misha Designs Porsche Cayenne II Wide-body

    Source: BMW

  • Wolf Racing Ford Focus ST – 370HP and 556Nm

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    Wolf Racing has released another tuned Ford Focus ST. The hot hatchback comes with a number of upgrades including super powerful tuned engine. There is a three-stage performance improvement increasing the power with up to 120HP.

    Ford Focus ST is powered by a 2.0 liter EcoBoost with 250HP (184 kW) and 360Nm (265 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 6.5 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited.

    Stage I boosts the engine to 285HP (210 kW) and 440Nm (326 lb-ft) of torque. The price is €1,290 and it includes a new air filter and ECU re-map.

    Stage II offers 300HP (221 kW) and 450Nm (333 lb-ft). The price is a lot – €3,240, which includes a new turbocharger as well as new air filter and ECU re-map.

    Stage III has whopping 370HP (272 kW) and 556Nm (409 lb-ft) of torque. The price is €5,900 – a new turbocharger, a complete sports exhaust system, sport air filter, ECU re-map.

    Other highlights include a new brake system – €3,350; headlight covers – €95; roof spoiler lips – €165; side skirt – €338; and rear skirt attachments – €395.

    Except for the front and rear headlight covers, all the components are available in either the unpainted standard design or with a carbon finish.

    The coilover suspension is priced at €1,249. It lowers the car up to 50 mm front and up to 40 mm rear. There is also a spring set for €189.

    There is an extensive range of exclusive alloy wheels in sizes 17” to 20”.

    All products are now available directly at Wolf Racing and can be ordered online.

    Wolf Racing Ford Focus ST
    Wolf Racing Ford Focus ST
    Wolf Racing Ford Focus ST
    Wolf Racing Ford Focus ST
    Wolf Racing Ford Focus ST
    Wolf Racing Ford Focus ST
    Wolf Racing Ford Focus ST

    Source: Wolf Racing

  • 2013 Geneva Motor Show: Koenigsegg Agera S Hundra

    Koenigsegg has announced the Agera S Hundra. Only one car has been produced to celebrate 10th anniversary of delivering the first production cars to anticipating customers.

    The car is ordered by a car collector in Malaysia. It features artisan hand laid and swirled, 24 carat gold leaf inlays, creating an intriguing mix of traditional and hi-tech craftsmanship. There is also gold on the coil springs, rear deck struts and exhaust. The entire bodywork was handcrafted by an Italian artist. The interior boasts Alcantara with several gold accents, exposed carbon fiber and gold stitching.

    The engine remains the same – a 5.0 liter twin-turbo V8 with 1,030HP (768 kW) and a 1,100Nm (811 lb-ft) of torque

    Koenigsegg Hundra Geneva 2013
    Koenigsegg Hundra Geneva 2013
    Koenigsegg Hundra Geneva 2013
    Koenigsegg Hundra Geneva 2013
    Koenigsegg Hundra Geneva 2013
    Koenigsegg Hundra Geneva 2013
    Koenigsegg Hundra Geneva 2013
    Koenigsegg Hundra Geneva 2013

    Source: Koenigsegg

  • Schwabenfolia Chevrolet Camaro SS

    SchwabenFolia has announced their latest project. It is a tuned Chevrolet Camaro SS featuring both – styling and performance modifications.

    The 6.2 liter V8 engine has received a compressor TVS2300 Magnuson. The result is spectacular 525HP (386 kW), which is a 120HP increase. There is also a coilover suspension – KW Variant 1 and a set of 20” wheels with five spokes fitted with 245 and 275 tires (front/rear).

    The exterior boasts  spectacular opening LSD doors, full wrap – mat shade called Anodized Blue, Black Brushed Steel roof, mirrors, hood and rear spoiler. The side pinstripes, which mark the waistline, are white and also mat.

    SchwabenFolia has quite rightly received the first „PWF-Award“ for this Camaro with the best PWF foil by Bruxsafol on the most beautiful car, where PWF is well known as Platinum Wrapping Film.

    Schwabenfolia Chevrolet Camaro SS
    Schwabenfolia Chevrolet Camaro SS
    Schwabenfolia Chevrolet Camaro SS
    Schwabenfolia Chevrolet Camaro SS
    Schwabenfolia Chevrolet Camaro SS
    Schwabenfolia Chevrolet Camaro SS
    Schwabenfolia Chevrolet Camaro SS
    Schwabenfolia Chevrolet Camaro SS
    Schwabenfolia Chevrolet Camaro SS

    Source: Schwabenfolia

  • 2013 Geneva Motor Show: Jaguar F-Type

    Jaguar has presented the all-new F-type at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show. The soft-top performance car boasts unique styling and powerful engines.

    It is already available to order in the US with price starting from $69,000 excluding 875 destination and charging fee. The manufacturer also offers an online configurator for those that want to start building their own F-Type.

    The engine range includes F-Type, F-Type S and F-Type V8 S. The first is a V6 3.0-liter engine with 340 HP (250 kW) and the seconds the same engine, but tuned to 380HP (279 kW). The V8S has 495HP (364 kW) and 625Nm (461 lb-ft). 0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds and a top speed of 300km/h (186 mph).

    The F-Type S sprints to 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and has a top speed of 275 km/h (171 mph). The less powerful engine does 0-100 km/h in 5.1 seconds and tops 260 km/h (161 mph).

    Jaguar F-Type Geneva 2013 Geneva 2013
    Jaguar F-Type Geneva 2013 Geneva 2013
    Jaguar F-Type Geneva 2013 Geneva 2013
    Jaguar F-Type Geneva 2013 Geneva 2013

    Source: Jaguar

  • 2013 Geneva Motor Show: Aston Martin Vanquish Centenary

    Aston Martin has brought a new Vanquish Centenary Edition at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show.

    The Vanquish Centenary will be run in limited series of just 100 units. The car celebrates the brand’s 100th birthday and comes with a bespoke two-tone graduated paint scheme. There is black touch on the roof, which starts to slowly fade on the hood and in the end it matches the color of the entire car. There is also special badging made from solid silver.

    The interior boasts premium Deep Soft black leather with silver thread embroidery. There is also an individually numbered plaques.

    There is a special gift box for owners of Vanquish Centenary Edition.

    The engine is the well-known naturally aspirated 6.0-litre V12 – 573HP (421 kW) at 6,750RPM and 620Nm (459 lb-ft) at 5,500RPM. 0-100 km/h in 4.1 seconds and a top speed of 295 km/h (183 mph).

    Aston Martin Vanquish Centenary Geneva 2013
    Aston Martin Vanquish Centenary Geneva 2013

    Source: Aston Martin

  • 2013 Geneva Motor Show: Gumpert Apollo S

    Gumpert has introduced Apollo S at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show. The manufacturer has a lot of issues, but now everything is alright and this is their latest creation.

    The Apollo S is powered by a twin-turbo 4.2 liter V8 engine with 750HP (552 kW) at 6,000RPM and 900Nm (664 lb-ft) at 4,000RPM. 0-100 km/h in 2.9 seconds and a top speed of more than 322 km/h (200 mph). The more difficult 0-200 km/h is covered in just 8.8 seconds.

    Gumpert offers three gearbox variants: a 6-speed fully-synchronized, a sequential with manual gear shift lever and an automatic electronic gear system with paddle shift.

    Some of the highlights are chromium-molybdenum steel tube frame and a carbon/Kevlar monocoque with a carbon body shell and carbon/aluminum underbody. All this means superb strength and body rigidity and low weight.

    The car rolls 19” or 20” alloy wheels with central locking and fitted with ultra-performance tires. Behind the wheels, there are 6-piston calipers front/ rear with 378mm ventilated discs.

    There is a removable steering wheel, LED daytime running lights, carbon fiber rear wing, double wishbone suspension for both axles, front anti roll bar, adjustable ground clearance and a high-performance ABS system.

    In pure “Gumpert spirit”, the Apollo S is built with one and only purpose – PURE PERFORMANCE!

    Gumpert Apollo S Geneva 2013
    Gumpert Apollo S Geneva 2013
    Gumpert Apollo S Geneva 2013
    Gumpert Apollo S Geneva 2013
    Gumpert Apollo S Geneva 2013

    Source: Gumpert

  • 2013 Geneva Motor Show: Audi A3 Sportback g-Tron

    Audi is currently exhibiting the new A3 Sportback g-Tron at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show. The ultra-efficient hatchback boasts incredibly low fuel consumption and awesome range.

    The A3 Sportback g-Tron has two gas tanks which can carry up to 7 kg (15.3 lbs) of compressed natural gas (CNG) at a maximum pressure of 200 bar. Despite the huge pressure, the car is perfectly safe, because the tanks are manufactured from carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP). What is more, they weight only 27 kg (59.5 lbs) – each, when they are full.

    The engine is a 1.4 liter TFSI with 110HP (81 kW) and 200Nm (147 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 11 seconds and a top speed of 190 km/h (118 mph). Although the performance is not great, the car consumes 3.5 kg / 100 km and provides a range of around 400 km (242 miles) on CNG and another 900 km (559 miles) on gasoline. This means an impressive range of 1,300 km.

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    Source: Audi

  • 2013 Geneva Motor Show: BMW 335i Gran Turismo

    BMW has officially unveiled the new 3-Series GT (Gran Turismo) at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show. The vehicle combines practicality and performance with its super-powerful, economical engines and superb load space.

    The 3-Series GT is 200 mm longer, 81 mm taller and the wheel base is extended by 110 mm compared to 3-Series Touring. This means an additional 70 mm of rear seat legroom as well as 1600 liters (56.5 cubic feet) of luggage capacity when the rear seats are folded down.

    The engine range includes a 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo four-cylinder diesel with 143 HP (105 kW) and 320 Nm (236 lb-ft) of torque; a 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo four-cylinder diesel with 184 HP (135 kW) and 380 Nm (280 lb-ft); 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo four-cylinder with 184 HP (135 kW) and 270 Nm (199 lb-ft); a 2.0-liter TwinPower Turbo four-cylinder with 245 HP (180 kW) and 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) and a mighty 3.0-liter TwinPower Turbo inline-six cylinder with 306 HP (225 kW) and 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) of torque.

    In addition to its enviable practicality and sporting dynamics, the outstanding fuel economy of the new BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo also serves the cause of driving pleasure. The key here is the BMW EfficientDynamics development strategy, whose influence can be seen in virtually every area of the new model. Building on the good work of the ultra-frugal petrol and diesel engines, the intelligent lightweight construction concept of the BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo and its optimised aerodynamics (including Air Curtains, Air Breathers and the active rear spoiler) do their bit to maximise efficiency and dynamics.

    And other measures, such as the Auto Start-Stop function, Brake Energy Regeneration, Optimum Shift Indicator and on-demand operation of ancillary components join the campaign to ensure the powerful BMW 3 Series Gran Turismoboasts impressively low fuel consumption and emissions. The economy drive doesn’t stop there, either; the car still has the potential to cut fuel use by as much as another 20 per cent using ECO PRO mode and the new ECO PRO Route function.

    BMW 335i Gran Turismo Geneva 2013
    BMW 335i Gran Turismo Geneva 2013
    BMW 335i Gran Turismo Geneva 2013

    Source: BMW

  • 2013 Geneva Motor Show: KTM X-BOW GT

    KTM has exhibited the new 2013 X-BOW GT at the Geneva Motor Show. The “Supersportscar of the 21st century” comes with a road-legal soft-top, a wide range of colors and different performance parts available as options.

    The GT model is based on KTM X-BOW R. It is powered by a 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol with 285HP (210 kW) at 6,400RPM and 420Nm (310 lb-ft) at 3,200RPM. The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox sending the power to the rear wheels. 0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds and a top speed of 231 km/h (144 mph).

    The dimensions are: 3788 mm length, 1915 mm width, 1202 mm height and 2430 mm wheelbase. The curb weight is 847 kg (1,867 lbs). KTM X-BOW GT rolls 17” front wheels with 205/40 tires and 18” rears with 255/35 tires. It can average 8.3 liters / 100 km (28.3 mpg US) with CO2 emissions of 189 g/km.

    The price for this toy starts at €72,500.

    Source: KTM