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2014 Nissan GT-R Nismo EU-Spec – 600HP

Nissan is going to exhibit the European version of the highly anticipated 2014 GT-R Nismo at the Geneva Motor Show on 4^th March. The racing machine delivers “factory tuned” supercar dynamics with revolutionary enhanced aerodynamics and ultra-precise handling.

The Nissan GT-R Nismo features exclusive styling that embraces the longstanding racing philosophy of form following function. It has numerous motorsports-inspired technologies to enhance the car’s performance through optimised aerodynamics, suspension and powertrain, creating a well-balanced machine that is at home on both the road and track.

The Nismo is now available in Japan, and will hit the European market in September. It has been developed and tested at Germany’s famous Nurburgring Nordschleife, widely considered to be one of the most challenging circuits in the world.

2014 Nissan GT-R Nismo EU-Spec will be powered by the well-known 3.8 liter twin-turbo V6 tuned to 600HP (441 kW). Advanced aerodynamics generating additional 100kg of downforce at 300km/h (186mph) for exceptional road-holding.

“With a 7:08.679 lap time, we can authoritatively say that the Nissan GT-R Nismo^*2 holds the volume production car lap record at the Nürburgring Nordschleife, which is the gold standard of high performance achievement.”, commented Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn.

Source: Nissan

February 7, 2014

Mercedes-Benz E250 Coupe Special Edition for Japan

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled 2014 E-Class Coupe Special Edition exclusively for Japan. Only 100 units will be produced from the limited edition model – Polar White (80 units) and Fire Opal (20 units).

It is based on the E250 Coupe and comes with twin-spoke 18” AMG alloy wheels and with an exterior sports package. There are also different front and rear spoilers along with other side skirts.

The Polar White model comes with red upholstery for the interior, while the Fire Opal has natural beige upholstery. Both of them come with a dashboard and steering wheel wrapped around in Nappa leather.

2014 Mercedes-Benz E 250 Coupe JDM Special Edition is priced at ¥7,120,000.

Source: Mercedes-Benz

February 7, 2014

Tata Nexon and ConnectNext Concept

Tata

Tata has unveiled the Nexon Concept and the ConnectNext Concept car at the 2014 Delhi Auto Expo.

The Nexon Concept is described as a “modern youthful compact SUV”. It boats the manufacturer’s new styling and individualism. There are no specific characteristics, but the Nexon has a two-tone exterior with a mesh grille flanked by distinctive headlights. There are also bulging fenders and an upward sweeping beltline.

The ConnectNext Cocnept is a futuristic vehicle that has an advanced interior that “seamlessly helps connect with professional and personal networks”. Essentially, it is an electric car boasting of Cloud Connectivity.

Source: Tata

February 6, 2014

2014 Suzuki Celerio EU Spec

Suzuki will exhibit the all-new 2014 Celerio Euro-spec at the 84^th Geneva Motor Show, in March. The new model was previewed by the A:Wind Concept and it will the substitute of Alto.

2014 Susuzki Celerio EU has following dimensions: 3600mm length, 1600mm width and 1560mm height, with a 2425mm wheelbase. The ground clearance is 165mm and the turning radius is 4.7-meter. The curb weight is just 810 kg (1,785 lbs).

The new Celerio is powered by an 1.0 liter three-cylinder engine – 68HP (50 kW) at 6,000RPM and 90Nm (66 lb-ft) of torque at 3,500RPM. The engine is connected to a 5-speed manual or an automated manual gearbox.

Other Suzuki models on display will include the Splash, Swift, Swift Sport, SX4 S-CROSS, Jimny and Grand Vitara.

Source: Suzuki

February 6, 2014

2015 BMW X3 – Updated Exterior, Interior and Engine Range

BMW has officially unveiled the 2015 X3 Facelift. The model comes with revised exterior, interior and two new engine variants. The 2015 BMW X3 will hit the US market in spring with a price tag of $39,325.
The exterior comes with a revised front grille and new headlights reminding to those on the new X5. There are also several new paint finishes, redesigned mirrors and new styles alloy wheels. The X3 Facelift can be ordered with the xLine package including underbody guards, metallic trim accents and special 18” or 19” alloy wheels fitted with proper tires. The M-Sport package is also available and includes complete aerodynamics package, shadow line trim and 18” to 20” alloy wheels. It also includes sport front seats, an anthracite roof liner and a sport-tuned suspension.

The interior boasts new upholstery designs, revised trim and new cup holders. There are also some gloss black accents, a modified infotainment system and an iDrive controller with an integrated touchpad. A very nice extra is the “Smart Opener” that opens the tailgate when put your foot under the rear bumper.

The X3 xDrive20d now produces 190HP (140 kW) and 400Nm (295 lb-ft) – an increase of 6HP and 20Nm. 0-100 km/h in 8.1 seconds, which is pretty good for an economical crossover. The fuel consumption is 5.8 liters / 100 km in city, 5.1 liters / 100 km on the highway and 5.4 liters / 100 km on combined cycle.

There is also an eco-friendly X3 sDrive18d with RWD – 150HP (110 kW) and 360Nm (265 lb-ft) of torque. The engine is connected to a 6-speed manual gearbox and has an average fuel consumption of just 5.0 l / 100 km – 47 mpg US or 56.4 mpg UK with CO2 emissions of 131 g/km.

Some of the additional equipment includes Parking Assistant, the full-colour BMW Head-Up Display, the anti-dazzle High Beam Assistant and Driving Assistant Plus, including Lane Departure Warning, Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go function and preventive pedestrian protection.

Source: BMW

February 6, 2014

2014 Audi RS4 Avant Nogaro – EU Price €87,300

Audi has unveiled the 2014 RS4 Avant Nogaro celebrating the 20^th anniversary of the first RS model – the Avant RS2 (Audi 80 B4). The RS4 Avant Nogaro will hit the market in the beginning of this year, and will make its official debut at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show. It boasts a Nogaro blue paint finish and exclusive equipment.

The customized Nogaro blue, pearl effect paint finish is the most salient visual signal of the anniversary model, and is also reminiscent of the RS2. The frame and use of the Singleframe grille, as well as the window slot trims, are painted high-gloss black, and the roof rails matt black. The RS sport exhaust system terminates in two oval, high-gloss black tailpipe trims.

The engine of the new RS4 is a naturally-aspirated 4.2 liter V8 – 450HP (331 kW) and 430Nm (317 lb-ft) of torque. The power is put on the road through 7-speed dual-clutch S tronic transmission and Quattro AWD system. 0-100 km/h in 4.7 seconds and a top speed of 280 km/h (174 mph). The combined fuel consumption is just 10.7 l / 100 km (22 mpg US) with 249 g/km CO2.

2014 Audi RS4 Avant Nogaro rolls 20” alloy wheels fitted with 265/30 R20 tires. Behind them, there are red brake calipers and carbon fiber ceramic discs available as an option (pretty expensive one). The Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC) offers a sport mode and can also be entirely deactivated as required.

The interior boasts black and blue theme with Alcantara and Valcona leather. There are also on inlays and special badges on the gear lever and the side sills.

The RS4 Avant Nogaro has a price tag of €87,300.

Check the full press in the gallery including data for the legendary Audi 80 B4 Avant RS2.

Source: Audi

February 5, 2014

Pagani Zonda S 7.3: Taking a Drive with Horacio Pagani [video]

XCAR has published an awesome video featuring Horacio Pagani, who drove Zonda S 7.3. This particular car is the 6^th Zonda ever made by Pagani and the first ever to be exhibited at the Geneva Motor Show. Mr. Pagani explains that even though the hyper car is extremely powerful, it is very nice and easy to drive.

The engine is an AMG-sourced 7.3 liter V12 – 555HP (408 kW) at 5,900RPM and 750Nm (553 lb-ft) of torque at 4,050RPM. The dry weight is just 1,280 kg, so the power to weight ratio stands at 2.3 kg/HP. 0-100 km/h in 3.7 seconds and a top speed of 354 km/h (220 mph).

Pagani has officially ended the production of Zonda and now the manufacturer is focusing on the sensational Huayra.

Enjoy!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-TZDObzHRc4

Source: XCAR via Youtube

February 5, 2014

Audi Ultra Models – 136HP, 163HP and 190HP

Audi is expanding its ultra strategy with eleven new models and now the manufacturer has unveiled the new A4, A5 and A6 Ultra models. A new and powerful two-liter TDI will provide 136HP, 163HP or 190HP and will emit just 104 to 119 g/km CO2.

The “ultra” designation stands for sustainable mobility that is fully available for everyday use. With a combined fuel consumption rate of 3.9 to 4.6 l / 100 km (60 to 51 US mpg), the new ultra models from Audi are among the most efficient cars in their segment – without any limitation on the driving dynamics or customary comfort.

The A4 and A4 Avant will be powered by a 2.0 liter TDI with either 136HP (100 kW) and 320Nm (236 lb-ft) or 163HP (120 kW) and 400Nm (295 lb-ft) of torque.

The A5 Coupe and A5 Sportback will be available exclusively with a 2.0 liter TDI – 163HP (120 kW) and 400Nm (295 lb-ft), while the big A6 and A6 Avant will get the 190HP (140 kW) and 400Nm (295 lb-ft) of torque version of the engine.

The three models are set to hit the market later this year with pricing starting from €32,600 for the A4, €37,350 for the A5 and €39,900 for the A6.

	Max. output in kW (bhp)	Max. torque in Nm (lb-ft) at rpm	Acceleration 0–100 km/h (0–62.14 mph) in s	Top speed in km/h (mph)	Fuel consumption (combined) in l/100 km (US mpg)	CO2 emissions in g/km (g/mile)
A4 Sedan 2.0 TDI ultra	100 (136)	320 (236.02) / 1500 – 3000	9.3	215 (133.59)	3.9 (60.31)	104 (167.37)
A4 Sedan 2.0 TDI ultra	120 (163)	400 (295.02) / 1750 – 2750	8.3	225 (139.81)	4.2 (56.00)	109 (175.42)
A4 Avant 2.0 TDI ultra	100 (136)	320 (236.02) / 1500 – 3000	9.6	208 (129.25)	4.2 (56.00)	109 (175.42)
A4 Avant 2.0 TDI ultra	120 (163)	400 (295.02) / 1750 – 2750	8.6	216 (134.22)	4.4 (53.46)	114 (183.47)
A5 Coupé 2.0 TDI ultra	120 (163)	400 (295.02) / 1750 – 2750	8.3	225 (139.81)	4.2 (56.00)	109 (175.42)
A5 Sportback 2.0 TDI ultra	120 (163)	400 (295.02) / 1750 – 2750	8.6	221 (137.32)	4.3 (54.70)	111 (178.64)
A6 Sedan 2.0 TDI ultra	140 (190)	400 (295.02) / 1750 – 3000	S tronic: 8.2 Manual transmission: 8.4	232 (144.16)	S tronic: 4.4 (53.46) Manual transmission: 4.5 (52.27)	S tronic: 114 (183.47) Manual transmission: 117 (188.29)
A6 Avant 2.0 TDI ultra	140 (190)	400 (295.02) / 1750 – 3000	S tronic: 8.5 Manual transmission: 8.7	226 (140.43)	4.6 (51.13)	119 (191.51)

Source: Audi

February 5, 2014

2015 Mercedes-Benz V-Class – The Best MPV

Mercedes-Benz has announced the 2015 V-Class, which sets new benchmarks in its segment with its design and a host of innovations. The new V-Class combines room for up to eight people and exemplary functionality with the high-class appeal, comfort, efficient driving pleasure and safety. This makes the new V-Class a perfect vehicle for everyone who appreciates great spaciousness but does not want to sacrifice style and comfort.

The engine range includes a 2.1 liter four-cylinder turbodiesel engine – the V 220 CDI – 163HP (120 kW) and 380Nm (281 lb-ft). It is able to return 49.6 mpg UK with CO₂ emissions of 149 g/km. This makes the V 220 CDI an absolute leader in the segment. There is also a V 250 BlueTEC engine – 190HP (140 kW) and 440Nm (326 lb-ft of torque. The top-of-range model is able to return 46 mpg UK and complies with Euro 6 emissions standard. The V 250 BlueTEC is equipped as standard with the 7G-TRONIC PLUS transmission with DIRECT SELECT lever and DIRECT SELECT shift paddles. The convenient automatic transmission is available as an optional extra for the V 220 CDI model.

The standard equipment includes Audio 20 USB with a free-standing 7” central display, three-spoke multifunction steering wheel with 12 function keys and sporty DIRECT SELECT selector lever with steering-wheel gearshift paddles in the case of automatic transmission, a steering column adjustable for height and tilt, luxury front seats with thorax/pelvis sidebags, electric parking brake and active arrest for the rear sliding door.

The V-Class features additional highlights as standard, such as leather seats, leather steering wheel, ambience lighting, wood-look trim (also in the rear), LED High Performance headlamps with Intelligent Light System, separately opening rear windscreen with second loading level, an additional sliding door on the left, laminated glass windows for additional noise reduction, and the AGILITY CONTROL suspension with selective damping system for even better agility and ride comfort.

Source: Mercedes-Benz

February 4, 2014

ABT Audi A4, A5 and Q5 2.0 TFSI – 290HP and 420Nm

ABT Audi A4

ABT Sportsline has presented a new performance package for the Audi A4, A5 and Q5 powered by the 2.0 liter TFSI four-cylinder engine.

“The increase of performance is not only adapted perfectly to the respective model on a dynamometer, thorough testing of the developed engines on the road is part of the service for us as well,” comments Hans-Jürgen Abt, CEO of the worldwide largest tuner of vehicles from the Volkswagen Group.

“Careful development is important to us, and every new engine generation entails higher requirements.”, he added.

The 2.0 liter TFSI is boosted to 290HP (213 kW) and 420Nm (310 lb-ft) of torque, which means 145HP per liter displacement.

There are also tuning options for Audi A4, A5 and Q5: For every model, a suitable aerodynamics package has been provided, comprising exhaust systems, complete wheel sets in various designs, brake systems and chassis components in the product portfolio in order to make one’s own vehicle a bit more individual in design.

Source: ABT

February 4, 2014

Cadillac ATS Convertible [render]

Design RM has published a render picture of possible Cadillac ATS Convertible. Pretty much, the studio chopped the roof of the already announced 2015 ATS Coupe. Even though the ATS Coupe is not so popular as expected, may be a drop-top version will be more tempting to customers.

The render picture kept the stylish lines of the coupe, but with removing the top it adds a unique look. The rear end is practically identical with the exception of the GPS antenna, which now sits on the rear boot lid.

The engine range will be the same as the coupe’s – a 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol – 272HP (203 kW) and a 3.6 liter V6 – 321HP (239 kW) and 373Nm (275 lb-ft).

February 4, 2014

Mystic Blue Brabus Widestar Mercedes-Benz G63

Brabus has presented the Mystic Blue special paint for the Widestar G63. The tuned SUV comes also with a new forged 23″ Monoblock F mirror polished alloy wheels.

The tuning program also includes BRABUS B63 – 620 PowerXtra module boosting the new AMG engine to 620HP (456 kW) at 5,750RPM and 820Nm (604 lb-ft) at 2,000RPM. 0-100 km/h in 5.1 seconds and a top speed of 230 km/h (143 mph). The performance package is priced at €5,900.

There is also a stainless-steel BRABUS sport exhaust system with butterfly valve. Two tailpipes on either side, exiting in front of the rear wheels and with either a standard or black chrome finish.

The Widestar body kit widens the vehicle with impressive 12cm and gives it striking appearance. There are also LED lights integrated into the front and rear WIDESTAR fenders as well as stainless-steel running boards.

Source: Brabus

February 3, 2014

Author: Victor Ivanov