The first BMW X5 was introduced in 1999, it’s code is E53. Since it was put on sale, the big SAV (Sport Activity Vehicle) became an instant hit. X5 was better in every single point compared to the direct rival – Mercedes-Benz ML. The BMW had better engines, better handling, more aggressive look and it was also better off the road. Because of all these good aspects, BMW didn’t wait too much and refreshed the X5 at 2003 with the introduction of the xDrive – one of the best four wheel-drive systems in the world. With the facelift, X5 also got more powerful engines and minor style changes. (more…)
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Auto news – automobile industry news. Articles about all the latest car models and concepts. Breaking news, uncovered secrets.
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BMW X5 xDrive35d 10-Year Anniversary Limited Edition
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Meet Natalia SLS2: Lean In The Waist, Mean Under It… And Very Very Smart
The year was 1996. The then-new AUDI A8 3.7 and Mercedes S320 were getting it on… Until they actually got a move on, that is. When they did, the Audi obliterated the Mercedes gern1, both in terms of acceleration and top speed (table below), while keeping about the same fuel consumption as its Stuttgart foe. (more…) -
Hofele-Design Touareg “Silk Way Rally” edition
At 13th of September ends the international Off-Road-Rally of the Dakar-Series „Silk Way Rally“, which goes through Russia, Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan. This rally represent a race full of extreme and difficult challenges and an international top line-up in Rally Dakar style. The VW-Motorsport team with their Race Touareg II dominate Rally „Silk Way“ in an impressive fashion. (more…) -
Pininfarina design – link between the biggest
Pininfarina design comes into its own at the Frankfurt Motor Show, thanks to the novelties presented by two prestigious customers, Ferrari and Maserati. The Show hosts the world debut of the Ferrari 458 Italia, a new generation rear-engined berlinetta, and the Maserati GranCabrio, the first four-seater cabriolet in Maserati history. (more…) -
Koenigsegg Trevita
Koenigsegg Trevita is a true supercar jewel which represents new design heights in the automobile world. The name Trevita comes from the Swedish language and it means – three whites. At first glance, the Trevita’s body looks same as the CCXR’s, but with one big difference, the new Trevita is fully shaped in diamond white carbon using the new Koenigsegg Proprietary Diamond Weave technology. (more…) -
Honda CR-V refined for 2010
Honda have revised their ultimate 2007 SUV killer – the CR-V with new look, new diesel engine and an eagerly-awaited automatic gearbox for diesel models. The unique ’car-like’ handling characteristics have blazed a trail into the CR-V’s popularity. (more…) -
Toyota Auris HSD Full Hybrid Concept
The best selling type of car in Europe is a five door hatchback, so developing a full hybrid Auris is a logical step by Toyota. The new concept will be unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show this week.The main goal is achieving extraordinary low fuel consumption and emissions. The expected acceleration is around 10 seconds from 0 to 62 mph, which is good enough. (more…)
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Peugeot 4007 DCS Automatic
The 4007 is a very successful SUV, because of it’s low price and good characteristics. That’s why from Peugeot decided to refresh this model and to make it more enticing for the customers.New Dual Clutch System (DCS) brings more driving pleasure and a choice between full automatic mode or semi-automatic by using the gear selection paddles located behind the steering wheel. The DCS is controlled by the ECU, which provides smooth driving. (more…)
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Bentley Series 51
The 63rd Frankfurt Motor show visitors will have the special opportunity to preview the exciting new design direction for the Bentley’s Continental GT and GTC models. The new Series 51 badged vehicles represents all-new exterior and interior styling for the already classy and noble Continental models. (more…) -
2010 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid Concept
Many people believe that if they drive cars with less CO2 emissions, they will save the world from a global warming and may be they are right. That’s why Toyota put on production Toyota Prius, which is a hit on the market. But with advancing the technologies the cars got more fuel efficient with less harmful emissions, so Toyota will have to move forward and their new vehicle is called Prius Plug-in Hybrid Concept. (more…)
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Mercedes-Benz S 500 HYBRID
Recently, Mercedes-Benz hit the market with their S 400 Hybrid, which is very successful and most fuel-efficient car in its class. Now they will present the new S 500 Hybrid at IAA Frankfurt.
The Vision S 500 Plug-in HYBRID can drive for up to 30 kilometres solely on electricity and therefore without producing any local emissions. The car has all strengths of a typical S-class: unique comfort, extraordinary safety and good performance.
The drive system in the concept car consists of three main components: a powerful V6 3.5 litre petrol engine with a next-generation direct injection system, a 44 kW/60 hp hybrid module and a lithium-ion battery with more than 10 kWh of storage capacity that can be recharged at charging stations.
The fuel consumption is unbelievable for such a big car. Only 3.2l/100km and emissions as low as 74g/km of CO2.
The Vision S 500 Plug-in HYBRID accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds.
Mercedes-Benz are planning to put their Hybrid system in the diesel versions, which will be a milestone in car engineering.
Vision S 500 Plug-in HYBRID – Technical dataCombustion engine (petrol) No. of cylinders/arrangement: V6, 4 valves per cylinder Displacement: 3.5 l Hybrid module Type: Permanently excited synchronous machine Rated output: approx. 44 kW/60 PS Rated torque: 250 Nm Performance and fuel consumption Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h: 5.5 s* Top speed: 250 km/h Fuel consumption: 3.2 l/100 km (combined)* CO2 emissions: 74 g/km (combined): *preliminary values 
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2011 McLaren MP4-12C
McLaren Automotive is getting ready to release the new McLaren Mp4-12C. Besides the strange name it is a successor of the legendary McLaren F1, so the expectations are enormous.
The first and most shocking difference is the engine 3.8 litre 90⁰ V8 with two turbo-chargers – the ‘M838T’. McLaren F1 is powered by naturally aspirated V12 developed by BMW M division delivering 627hp and 651 N/m of torque. (more…)
