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2013 Skoda Octavia Combi – A Good Family Touring Car

Skoda has announced the new 2013 Octavia Combi, which will be showcased in Geneva, next month. AWD version will be also shown at the famous Motor Show. Earlier this year, Skoda has revealed the Saloon version of the practical family car.

The new Skoda Octavia Combi has grown significantly, boasting dynamic and elegant design. Skoda chief designer – Jozef Kaba, and his team have redesigned the car from head to toe. Never before has a Skoda Octavia Combi been so dynamic and yet timelessly elegant, distinctive, sophisticated and confident on the road as the third generation of this bestseller. An outstanding amount of space, fuel efficiency, innovative safety and comfort systems as well as many ‘Simply Clever’ ideas make up the Skoda genes that distinguish the new Octavia.

Compared to the previous Octavia Combi, the new one is 45 mm wider, 90 mm longer and with 110 mm longer wheelbase delivering excellent comfort. There is an extra 73mm of rear legroom and 610 liters of cargo space with the rear seats up. With folded seats, the Octavia Combi boasts 1740 liters of cargo space.

The newly developed engines of the third-generation Skoda Octavia Combi are up to 17 % more economical than the previous generation. The engines currently on offer comprise four petrol and four diesel engines, the fuel efficient GreenLine reaches a consumption of only 3.4 l/100km and CO2 emissions of only 89 g/km.

Also to be seen first at Geneva 2013: the Skoda Octavia Combi 4×4 with a newly developed all-wheel drive and 5th-generation Haldex clutch.

Source: Skoda

February 19, 2013

2013 Nissan Note EU – Design and Technology Connected

Nissan has presented the all-new Note for Europe, which will make its official appearance at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show in March. Nissan’s commitment to innovation, style and excitement has produced some of the most talked-about cars in recent years. And now, following in the tracks of the ground-breaking Qashqai and Juke, the new Note sets the standard for advanced, relevant technology in an affordable small car package.

The engine range includes a 1.2 liter petrol with 80HP (59 kW) and 110Nm (81 lb-ft) of torque. It returns 60 mpg UK – 4.7 liters per 100 km with CO2 emissions of 109 g/km. There is also a 1.2-liter DIG-S engine with 98 HP (72 kW) and 142 Nm (105 lb-ft) of torque. It has not only more power but better mpg – 65.7 UK with CO2 emissions of 99 g/km when equipped with manual gearbox. The last variant is a 1.5 liter turbo-diesel with 90HP (66 kW) and 219Nm (162 lb-ft) of torque. It boasts superb fuel consumption of 3.6 liters per 100 km – 78.4 mpg UK.

“New Note fulfils a really important role in our line-up, combining really smart design with technology that has never been offered in the B-segment before. We’ve used design and engineering innovation to make premium technologies accessible and affordable.”, commented Geraldine Ingham, Chief Marketing Manager for Nissan in Europe.

Prices and specifications will be unveiled closer to the new Note’s European on-sale date in the autumn of 2013.

Source: Nissan

February 18, 2013

Aston Martin AM 310 Vanquish – 573HP and 620Nm

Aston Martin has released a promo video on their Youtube channel of the new AM 310 Vanquish. The car is just sensational and described as “a masterful blend of art, technology, craftsmanship and pure adrenalin.

The video emphasizes on the carbon fiber body, the chassis, the staggering and powerful V12 engine. Some details from the luxurious interior are also shown.

The naturally aspirated 6.0 liter V12 produces 573HP (421 kW) and 620Nm (457 lb-ft) of torque. It is connected to a 6-speed Touchtronic 2 gearbox. 0-100 km/h in just 4.1 seconds and a top speed of 295 km/h (183 mph). The engine is the same like in Vanquish DBS.

The AM 310 Vanquish Special Edition is already available to buy in the UK and in other European Markets.

No words about pricing.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqXKB2BSYtM

Source: Aston Martin

February 18, 2013

Mercedes-Benz S-Class AMG Sport Edition – UK Price £69,995

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the S 350 BlueTEC AMG Sport Edition for the UK. The luxurious saloon is priced from £69,995. It offers significantly enhanced specification including styling changes for the exterior and the interior.

Based on the already comprehensive specification of the standard S-Class, the new S 350 BlueTEC AMG Sport Edition adds AMG body styling with front and rear aprons plus subtle sill extensions; elegant 20” AMG alloy wheels in a five-twin-spoke design; painted brake callipers with Mercedes-Benz lettering; an electric panoramic glass sunroof and illuminated door sills.

The interior boasts Black Ash Wood trim, a wood- and leather-trimmed steering wheel, studded sports pedals finished in stainless steel, and AMG-branded floor mats. There is also Keyless Go, Harmon Kardon Front Seat Entertainment, Split View and COMAND multimedia system. Providing aural entertainment are 14 high-performance speakers and additional amplifiers, a set of headphones and remote control, and DAB digital radio.

Source: Mercedes-Benz

February 18, 2013

Mercedes-Benz A45 AMG Edition One

Mercedes-Benz has announced the new A45 AMG Edition One. The performance hatchback is bringing better equipment for less money.

The A45 AMG Edition One is offered in Cirrus White paint with matt graphite grey stripes on the hood, sides and roof. There is also an aerodynamics package including a new front splitter, gt splitters and a rear wing. Other highlights include red paint on the brake calipers, mirrors, rear wing and the front grille.

The small Mercedes rolls 19” black alloy wheels with a red center cap. They are fitted with 235/35 R19 tires (front and rear).

The interior is in black and red theme. There are AMG Performance front seats, leather sports steering wheels, AMG emblems as well as “Edition 1” badge on the AMG drive unit.

The A45 AMG is powered by a 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol with 360HP (265 kW) at 6,000RPM and 450Nm (332 lb-ft) of torque at 2,250RPM. 0-100 km/h in 4.6 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (electronically limited). The engine is mated to an AMG SPEED SHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission with three driving programs, double-declutching function and Race Start.

Source: Mercedes-Benz

February 18, 2013

2013 Kia Pro Cee’d – UK Price £17,495

Kia has announced the full technical specifications as well as price list for the 2013 Pro Cee’d. The hatchback starts from just £17,495 for the S trim level with 1.6 liter GDi engine.

Standard equipment includes a set of 16” alloy wheels, automatic lights with follow-me-home, electric windows, cruise control, electrically-operated, heated and folding door mirrors, trip computer and rear parking sensors.

The second trim level is the SE – adds 17” wheels, stainless steel door sill plates and pedals, automatic dual-zone climate control, 7” touchscreen sat-nav system, automatic rain-sensing wipers and driver/passenger power lumbar seat support. The pricing starts from £19,495.

Two engines are offered in the new pro_cee’d line-up – a 1.6-litre GDi petrol and a 1.6-litre CRDi turbodiesel with Intelligent Stop & Go (ISG) – and both are available in each trim grade. A 6-speed manual transmission is standard across the range and Kia’s 6-speed Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) gearbox is also available in 1.6 GDi SE.

The 1.6 liter GDi has 133HP (98 kW) at 6,300RPM and 221Nm (164 lb-ft) of torque at 4,850RPM. 0-100 km/h in 9.8 seconds and a top speed of 195 km/h (121 mph). It returns 62.8mpg on the official combined cycle with CO₂ emissions of 124g/km.

The 1.6 liter CRDi has 126HP (93 kW) at 4,000RPM and 259Nm (192 lb-ft) at 1,900RPM. 0-100 km/h in 11.5 seconds and a top speed of 197 km/h (122 mph). It returns 78.5 mpg on the official combined cycle and CO₂ emissions of 100g/km.

Check out the tech specs and pricing below!

$2013 Kia pro_cee\'d$

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

Performance & Economy	1.6 GDi ‘S’	1.6 GDi ‘SE’	1.6 GDi DCT ‘SE’	1.6 CRDi S’	1.6 CRDi ‘SE’
CO₂ Emissions (g/km)	124	137	140	100	112
VED Band	D	E	E	A	C
Combined Economy (mpg)	52.3	47.1	46.3	74.3	65.7
0 – 60 mph (seconds)	9.8	9.5	10.4	11.5	10.5
Top Speed (mph)	121	121	121	122	122
Dimensions & Weights
Length (mm)	4,310
Width (mm, exc. mirrors)	1,780
Height (mm)	1,425	1,430	1,430	1,425	1,430
Wheelbase (mm)	2,650
Min Kerb Weight (kg)	1,267	1,267	1,296	1,375	1,375
Max Kerb Weight (kg)	1,384	1,384	1,408	1,490	1,490
Boot vol. (l, VDA, min/max)	380 / 1,225 (seats down)

PRICING:

Model	CO₂ (g/km)	OTR Price
pro_cee’d ‘S’ 1.6 GDi	124	£17,495
pro_cee’d ‘S’ 1.6 CRDi	100	£18,595
pro_cee’d ‘SE’ 1.6 GDi	137	£19,495
pro_cee’d ‘SE’ 1.6 CRDi	112	£20,595
pro_cee’d ‘SE’ 1.6 GDi DCT	140	£20,795

Source: Kia

February 15, 2013

2013 Volkswagen Transporter Edition

Volkswagen has revealed the Transporter Edition in Europe. The Van comes with black design elements such as alloy wheels “Cascavel Anthracite” in 17” format, and optional 18” AZEV “R” in matte black, matte black roof, black Schwellerbeklebung with the “edition” logo in the van is a highlight for truck buyers those looking for a sporty and extraordinary vehicle.

It is available to order right away with pricing starting from €26,846. Other extras include electrically adjustable and heated mirrors, power windows, central locking with radio remote control and securing safe and H7 headlamps and fog lamps with cornering function.

The interior boasts seats in design “Tasamo”, a leather steering wheel, a leather-covered gear knob and handbrake lever and quality inlays.

Optional for the Transporter Edition are also bi-xenon headlights with LED daytime running for election.

The 2013 Transporter Edition is avaialble with three gasoline or three diesel engines with output ranging from 102HP (75 kW) to 204HP (150 kW).

Source: Volkswagen

February 15, 2013

2013 Toyota Auris Touring Sports

Toyota has presented the new 2013 Auris Touring Sports. The model offers a choice of a full hybrid powertrain, marking further diversification of Toyota’s Hybrid Synergy Drive technology.

2013 Auris Touring Sports boasts dynamic design, best-in-segment functionality and large, flexible loadspace. The new model will broaden the appeal of Auris and is expected to help increase the model’s European segment share to more than five per cent by 2014, its first full year of sales.

As witnessed in the new Auris hatchback, the strong and distinctive exterior design maximises the aerodynamic benefits that come with the model’s lower overall height and the dynamic improvements offered by its lower centre of gravity.

The Touring is powered by a 1.33-litre Dual VVT-i and 1.6-litre Valvematic petrol units; the 1.4-litre D-4D diesel; and full hybrid – a first in the family/compact estate car market.

The Full Hybrid version includes a 1.8-litre VVT-i petrol engine and an electric motor. The total power is 136HP (100 kW). 0-100 km/h in 10.9 seconds and a top speed of 180 km/h (112 mph). The Full Hybrid also boasts class-leading 86g/km CO2 emissions.

Source: Toyota

February 15, 2013

Qoros 3 Sedan

Qoros will present its first series production vehicle, an elegant compact (C-segment) car with the official international model designation, the Qoros 3 Sedan. The official premiere will be at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show in March.

The Qoros 3 Sedan, which is entering a pre-production development phase after two summers and two winters of extensive testing at key locations around the world, is due to be launched in China in the second half of 2013, with first European sales following later in the year. The launch of further Qoros models is then planned at intervals of approximately 6 months.

Qoros’ elegant sedan for the compact segment introduces a distinctive brand identity which will be applied across all future models. The Qoros 3 Sedan has an elegant profile thanks to its long wheelbase, short overhangs, a coupé-like silhouette and a roof line which flows smoothly into the strong rear quarters. At 4,615 mm long and 1,839 mm wide, the sedan is relatively large for the compact segment, and endows it with a powerful overall appearance and unusually generous interior space.

The engine range includes two efficient four-cylinder 1.6-litre gasoline engines. Both of which feature VVT (variable valve timing). The naturally-aspirated unit delivers an output of 126HP (93 kW) and 155Nm (115 lb-ft) of torque. The turbocharged version offers 156HP (115 kW) and 210 Nm (156 lb-ft). Both engines are combined with a 6-speed manual transmission as standard, with an optional 6-speed dual clutch transmission available for both. A stop-start system will be available from launch.

With the support of AVL, Qoros is also developing a three-cylinder 1.2-litre turbocharged engine and an all-new four-cylinder 1.6-litre turbocharged engine, both with GDI (gasoline direct injection).

The advanced 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system is a standard feature of all Qoros 3 Sedan model variants.

Source: Qoros

February 15, 2013

2013 Porsche Cayman S – US Price $63,800

2013 Porsche Cayman S is really a spectacular sports car. It incorporates everything that a petrol head needs – stylish and aggressive exterior, sports interior and powerful six-cylinder engine. You can check the video below, where the test-drive editor Christian Gebhardt from Sport Auto was able to hit 290 km/h (180 mph) at the famous Hockenheim race circuit.

2013 Cayman S is powered by a 3.4 liter flat-six with 325HP (239 kW). 0-100 km/h in 4.7 seconds and a top speed of 283 km/h (176 mph), which is a lot less than Christian did.

The new Cayman S is going to hit the US market this spring with pricing starting from $63,800. The European version will be launched in Germany for €64,118, next month.

Enjoy the video!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EUlPxEjB20c

Source: sportauto.de via Youtube

February 14, 2013

Chevrolet Spark EV at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show

Chevrolet will exhibit the new Spark EV at this year’s Geneva Motor Show. The car will be sold in select European markets as of 2014 model. The Chevrolet Spark EV is anticipated to set a benchmark in performance for an urban city electric car and is powered by the most advanced electric motor and battery system General Motors has ever built.

The Spark EV is powered by an electric motor with 136HP (100 kW) and 542Nm (401 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 8.5 seconds. The car comes with a lithium-ion battery system of more than 20 kWh that operates with the help of an active liquid cooling and heating system. Thanks to the sophisticated technology of its battery pack, the Spark EV is expected to achieve an electric range that is among the best in its class.

DC fast charging will allow the car to recharge up to 80 % of its capacity in approximately 20 minutes. Moreover, the battery system is capable of handling multiple DC fast charges daily. AC recharging requires between 6 and 8 hours, using a 230V outlet. A charge cord set is standard.

Other innovation is the Chevrolet MyLink connected radio technology coming as standard. It allows users to connect compatible smartphones to the radio with its high resolution touch screen. Chevrolet MyLink will support a number of select of apps which will allow users to navigate using their smartphone, and listen to radio stations around the world through the internet. A rear-view camera will provide assistance when the car is in reverse.

Source: Chevrolet

February 14, 2013

Holden VF Commodore SS V

Holden has announced the VF Commodore SS V, which is expected to make its official debut this weekend. Unveiled as a precursor to the new VF Commodore sport luxury range, the new VF SS V show car applies a serious performance edge to the luxury hero concept Holden previewed in the VF Calais V earlier this week.

The new VF Commodore will introduce a range of technology firsts for an Australian car, including Reverse Traffic Alert, Head-up Display, Blind Spot Alert, Forward Collision Alert, Lane Departure Warning and Auto Park Assist when it arrives in Australian showrooms mid-year.

The VF Commodore sport luxury range is more refined than any car previously produced by Holden, embodying the same design sophistication, premium appointments and attention to detail as the Calais V luxury sport concept.

The SS V has a mature, new aerodynamic exterior design, which has been finished in eye-catching custom Fantale orange metallic paint specially created by Holden for the show car. There is also a quad-pipe exhaust, a set of 20” multi-spoke alloys, Brembo brakes and a 6-speed manual gearbox.

The interior boasts ice-blue ambient lighting, leather sports steering wheel, a new intrstrument panel and built-in Holden MyLink infotainment system coming with an 8” touchscreen display.

SS V-Series:

Custom Kandy ‘Fantale’metallic paint finish
Twin five-spoke 20-inch wheels, hand-machined in billet aluminium, custom finished in gloss black
Front Brembo brake calipers finished in gloss silver
Wide, dominant front fascia features traditional sports grille and a prominent lower air intake, both laced in custom gunmetal chrome
Sculpted, jewelled halogen projector headlamps with black bezels curve into prominent front fenders, flared, aero-modified wheel arches
Muscular lower fascia incorporates LED daylight running lamps and black bezel fog lamps, custom gunmetal chrome accents, outboard extensions integrated into sharp sports rockers
Prominent VF aluminium hood with centre crease emphasises performance potential; two raking spears sweep from the A-pillars
Low, wide VF rear sports fascia – streamlined graphics with integrated tail lamps, aluminium decklid, body-colour bib spoiler, custom gloss black finish sports valance incorporating licence plate and quad V8 exhausts
In profile, vertical fender vents and window surrounds are finished in custom gunmetal chrome

All-new instrument panel with integrated centre stack combines high-resolution Holden MyLink infotainment system with 8-inch touch screen, climate and other controls
Ergonomically advanced design relocates controls to more convenient positions, introduces console-mounted electric park brake control
Cowled, angled instrument dials flank a LCD Driver Information Display screen with colour graphics
All-new seat structures combine sports back and high-bolstered side support
High-quality, layered finishes in smooth soft-feel leather and suede with perforated leather inserts are accented by contrast twin-needle and deck stitching
Sports profile leather wrap steering wheel design is motorsport-inspired
Ice blue ambient lighting illuminates lower centre console and door pull recesses
Extra large dual cupholders can accommodate a wide range of container sizes

Source: Holden

February 14, 2013

Author: Victor Ivanov