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2012 Renault Laguna Coupe

The new 2012 Renault Laguna Coupe was revealed at the Bologna Motor Show in Italy. The stylish coupe comes with a brand new lighting signature with LED daytime running lights now fitted as standard equipment. There are also new 17” diamond-effect alloy wheels.

The Pearlescent White exterior finish can now be specified for the GT 4Control and Initiale equipment levels. A two-tone livery featuring a Pearlescent Black roof combined with all the catalogue’s metallic finishes has been extended to the include the GT 4Control version. More than ever, these new styling appointments highlight the elegance and sportiness of Renault’s high-end coupé.

The interior boasts standard visible dashboard stitching. Mixed TEP/fabric upholsteries are also available for all versions.

The engine range includes a new 2.0 Energy dCi 150 engine with start/stop technology and Energy Smart Management. It delivers 150PS (110 kW) and returns CO2 emissions of 118 g/km. There are also turbocharged petrol version with either 170PS or 205PS or a powerful V6 delivering 240PS.

The 2012 Laguna Coupe is priced at €31 500.

Check out the equipment, below!

The former limited-edition Monaco GP version has now become an equipment level in its own right. Laguna Coupé Collection 2012 comes with LED daytime running lights, Carminat TomTom® Live navigation, Plug&Music analogue/digital connectivity (jack + USB) and Bluetooth® connectivity (hands-free telephone, audio streaming) as standard equipment.

Black Edition equipment level:

Six airbags, including thorax/pelvis front airbags
Rear parking sensors
Plug & Music analogue/digital connectivity (jack + USB)
Carminat TomTom Live navigation, connected Live services, French mapping
Renault hands-free entry
Chrome side window surrounds
Dual-zone automatic climate control (three modes: Soft / Auto / Fast)
Twin chrome exhaust tail pipes
ESC, ABS (with emergency brake assist)
Automatic windscreen-wiper and headlight activation
LED daytime running lights
LED rear lights
Electronic parking brake
Isofix anchorage for outer rear seats
17-inch Sari diamond-effect alloy wheels
Metallic paint
Dashboard with visible stitching
Bi-xenon headlights with headlight washers
4x45W “3D Sound by Arkamys” radio-CD with MP3 playback, Bluetooth connectivity and eight loudspeakers
Cruise control with speed limiter
Electrochrome rear view mirror
Electric, heated door mirrors
Mixed black fabric/TEP upholstery with grey stitching
Height- and fore/aft- adjustable sport front seats
Leather-trimmed three-spoke steering wheel and gear lever knob

Monaco GP equipment level = Black Edition equipment level, plus:

Monaco GP exterior badging
Pearlescent Black door mirror housings
Pearlescent White interior details (dashboard and centre console)
Black 18-inch alloy wheels
Aluminium pedal covers
Aluminium gear lever knob (manual gearbox)
Monaco GP-badged, mixed black fabric upholstery
Pearlescent White version with black roof, or completely Pearlescent Black
Leather-trimmed flat-bottomed GT steering wheel with visible stitching

GT 4Control equipment level = Black Edition equipment level, plus:

4Control exterior badging
Renault hands-free entry and engine starting
4Control chassis (four-wheel steering)
Pearlescent Black door mirror housings
Guilloché-patterned aluminium dashboard trim
Black 18-inch alloy wheels
Aluminium pedal covers
Metallic paint, with Pearlescent Black roof
Aluminium gear lever knob
Electrically-folding door mirrors with memory setting
Heated electrically-adjustable front seats, with memory settings for driver’s seat
Black leather upholstery

Tyre pressure monitoring system

Initiale equipment level = Black Edition equipment level, plus:

Front parking sensors
INITIALE exterior badging
Bose® Sound System with 10 loudspeakers and six-CD multi-changer
Carminat DVD Bluetooth® navigation with seven-inch display and European mapping
Renault hands-free entry and engine starting
Black Lacquer interior trim details
18-inch Celsium alloy wheels
MBL directional bi-xenon headlights
Electrically-folding door mirrors with memory setting
Heated electrically-adjustable front seats, with memory settings for driver’s seat
Beige or black leather upholstery
Front and rear carpet mats
Tyre pressure monitoring system

Principal options available for Laguna Coupé (tax-paid prices in France)

Front parking sensors: €300
Bose® Sound System, single-CD player, mp3 playback and 10 loudspeakers: €800
Carminat DVD Bluetooth, seven-inch display, European mapping, Bose Sound System and six-CD multi-changer: €1,500
European mapping: €120
18-inch alloy wheels: €500
Comfort Pack (Renault hands-free entry and engine starting + electrically folding door mirrors): €500
Heat-reflecting windscreen: €200
Special Pearlescent White metallic paint: €200
Directional bi-xenon headlights: €350
16-inch spare wheel: €110
Monaco GP black leather upholstery: €1,500
4Control system: €2,000
Tyre pressure monitoring system: €200

4Control chassis: an innovation exclusive to Renault Laguna

Source: Renault

December 7, 2011

Ferrari Tailor-Made: New Personalisation Programme from Maranello

Ferrari has announced the exclusive new personalisation programme from Maranello – Tailor-Made. It is developed for clients wishing to create a truly bespoke car that will be a clear expression of their own unique personalities and tastes.

The client’s personal wishes and aspirations lie at the very heart of the Tailor-Made Programme. Owners are assisted and guided through the selection process by their own Personal Designer who is charged with guaranteeing that the resulting cars are both unique and consistent with the Ferrari brand and its tradition. Once the car’s details have been defined, the client can then track all of the various processes involved in its creation, right up until they take delivery. Naturally, they are very welcome to come to Maranello to pick up their car in person if they so wish.

Creativity, research, original materials, superb craftsmanship and attention to detail are the cornerstones of the Tailor-Made programme which offers three collections inspired directly by Ferrari’s DNA: Scuderia, Classica and Inedita.

The Tailor-Made Collections

Maximum performance, tradition, innovation. These are the Ferrari brand core values that underpin all three collections created by the Styling Centre to inspire clients interested in the Tailor-Made programme. Scuderia, Classica and Inedita are the three different “worlds” to choose from to create bespoke Ferraris through unique combinations of the many options available.

Guided and advised by their Personal Designer, new owners can make their selections from the collections to reflect their own personal tastes. They are also welcome to suggest innovative, new solutions and materials which the Styling Centre will then assess for compatibility.

Scuderia

Racing has always been the lifeblood of Ferrari which has enjoyed unparalleled success on the world’s circuits since its earliest days. The Scuderia collection is therefore very much homage to the track, a fact reflected in the materials and finishes it includes. The list of options in the Scuderia collection ranges all the way from carbon-fibre trim to technical fabrics, chamois and rubberised leather, Alcantara, microfibres, Kevlar, satin-finish and matte metals. Clients can work with the Scuderia collection to ensure their Ferraris epitomise the very pinnacle of sportiness.

The 250 Testa Rossa, which sold at auction at Pebble Beach in August 2011 for a record $16.4 million, provided the inspiration for the 458 Spider sporting blue and white NART stripes over an historic Rosso Racing body colour. The latter’s seats are upholstered in the same leather used in the Formula 1 cars of the past – a trim that’s light, breathable and feels very much like chamois leather to the touch. The original 250 Testa Rossa had an aluminium dashboard which has now been given a innovative twist in the form of Alutex, an extremely tough, light fibreglass and aluminium material. The cabin is also trimmed with a diamond-quilted fabric inspired by the original Testa Rossa motif.

Classica

In the Classica collection, the styling cues and features of Maranello’s iconic GTs are given a more modern yet still classic look, through the use of the latest materials and production techniques. Elegant pastel colours of the past; the use of vintage leather, or wool, cashmere or velvet; special treatments for the hard areas of the cabin to match the exterior; chromed elements, stitching details and more natural leathers – these are just some of the options available from this collection.

Another icon that’s been given a modern reworking in the Classic collection is the FF inspired by the 250 Europa: it has three-layer Ingrid silver paintwork with dark grey sills and rims. The cabin is a hymn to classicism with a few unusual flourishes mixed in: pinstripe cloth and dark brown semi-aniline leather seats, cashmere roof lining, grey carpet mats, interior trim inserts in the same colour as the exterior, teak-trimmed boot. The overall result is a sublimely classic atmosphere harking back to the original 250 Europa without detracting in any way from its uniqueness and elegance.

Inedita

Inedita does exactly what its name suggests: it introduces novel, innovative styling cues which nonetheless respect the marque’s core values. This is the most experimental of the three collections and we feel it may well give rise to some of the classic trims and finishes of the future. Denim, bold leather upholstery, suit fabrics and technical fabrics are just a few of the innovative and intriguing options available to owners who choose to personalise their cars from the Inedita collection.

The denim-trimmed Ferrari California is a good example of what the collection offers: pale blue leather alternates with denim trim in certain areas of the cabin and seats as well as on the door panels and lower part of the dash. The areas of the cabin normally trimmed in aluminium are now dark blue carbon-fibre. The car sports a Blu Scozia livery, a historic Ferrari colour here given an all-new matte finish. The wheel rims are unusual too as their external surface is dark blue while the inside is pale blue in a nod to the contrast seen in the cockpit. A proposal that, from a point of view of styling, really does push the boundaries and sets a new benchmark in the automotive sector today.

Source: Ferrari

December 7, 2011

2012 LUXGEN Sedan: The Family Car of the Future

LUXGEN has already announced several vehicles featuring unique technologies. The LUXGEN7 MPV and LUXGEN7 SUV were only the start and the manufacturer is now setting its sights on the battleground of the medium-large sedan market.

The LUXGEN5 Sedan, equipped with the latest innovative hTC technology, can be considered a milestone in the history of international auto design. The styling and design of the next-generation sports sedan will embody everything that has been developed for future cars. A first look of LUXGEN5 Sedan will be available at the LUXGEN exhibit during the 2012 Taipei Auto Show.

The Luxgen5 Sedan has a superb 0.28 drag-coefficient, while successfully capturing the essence of a 2-door coupe. The perfect 2:1 ratio between the side panels and windows exemplifies the pursuit of “Surfacing Performance” in the styling.

The engine range includes a 1.8 litre turbocharged petrol and a 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol engine.

The new 1.8L VVT turbo is mated to an intelligent 5-speed automatic gearbox. A sophisticated hydraulic control system improves fuel consumption and power, which is 150PS (110 kW).

The all-new 2.0L VVT turbo engine has 170PS (125 kW). It is coupled to an intelligent 6-speed automatic transmission. 0 to 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds and a top speed of 210 km/h (131 mph). The 6-speed gearbox also comes with Slip Control, minimizing wear and tear on the transmission and reducing fuel consumption.

The LUXGEN THINK⁺ Touch system’s five key functions include Multimedia, Phone, Safety, Information and hTC mode. Apart from using the touch screen itself, shortcut buttons are provided below the screen for convenience. The most innovative feature is to access the NAVI GPS navigation function using the hTC mode. The user can therefore check the map and set routes in the car or on the road. The hands-free Bluetooth system means users can also make calls using the car’s convenient hands-free interface.

The luxurious saloon has Intelligent Aerospace Cockpit with High-tech LCD/LED Dashboard and Jet Fighter HUD, Intelligent EPB Braking, LUXGEN’s Advanced Technology including Active Eagle View⁺ 360 surround imaging system, Europeanised Chassis Targets Safety and Comfort and the Best Crash Protection and Pedestrian Safety.

Source: Luxgen

December 7, 2011

Kylie Minogue and the Lexus CT 200h

The personal car of Kylie Minogue – Lexus CT 200h was sold for £29,000 for the NSPCC as the star item in a fund-raising auction for the charity’s helpline.

“I would just like to say a huge thank you to the generous bidder who bought my personalised Lexus CT 200h, which I have been driving around for the past year.”, said Kylie.

“We were delighted to team up with Kylie Minogue to donate a Lexus CT 200h to the auction. Kylie, who is the face of the Lexus CT 200h, has been driving the car throughout 2011 so it really is a unique prize, and I’m delighted it has raised so much money for the NSPCC.”, added Richard Balshaw, Lexus Director.

The special vehicle was used by the singer as her day-to-day transport and this special association was marked by the addition of personalised headrests with Kylie’s signature picked out in the upholstery stitching.

The CT 200h is powered by a 1.8 litre VVT-I four-cylinder petrol engine with 99PS (73kW) and 142Nm (105 lb-ft) of torque. The powertrain also features an electric motor and the combined power bumps to 136PS (100 kW) and 207Nm (153 lb-ft). The performance is decent – 0 to 100 km/h in 10.3 seconds, but the fuel consumption is amazing – 3.7 litres /100 km on city cycle.

The standard equipment of CT 200h includes – 16” or 17” rims, dual-zone climate control, a USB port and Aux socket for connecting portable music players, Bluetooth for mobile phone connection and audio streaming, front fog lights, automatic wipers and dark-tinted rear privacy glass.

Source: Lexus

December 7, 2011

Vorsteiner BMW X5 M

Vorsteiner has announced their tuning program for BMW X5 M. The sports SUV is already a class act but with the addition of Vorsteiner’s aero components, it gives a fashionable appearance while keeping an aggressive look.

The aerodynamics package from Vorsteiner consists of add-on front spoiler, vented race hood and a new rear diffuser. All parts are made from Carbon Fiber Autoclave Pre-Preg to add strength and durability while maintaining a high class look.

There are no words about performance package for the mighty 4.4 liter twin-turbocharged V8 delivering 555PS (408 kW) at 6000RPM and 680Nm (500 lb-ft) from just 1500RPM. The engine is mated to a 6-speed M Sports Automatic gearbox with aluminum paddleshifters on steering wheel. 0 to 100 km/h in 5 seconds and top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited.

The X5 M comes with 10 mm lower Adaptive Drive suspension, 4-piston calipers at the front with huge 396mm brake discs.

Vorsteiner X5 M stands on enormous alloy wheels in aggressive design.

The X5M aerodynamic components is available now through an authorized Vorsteiner dealer center near you.

Source: Vorsteiner

December 6, 2011

BRABUS Mercedes CL 500

Brabus has announced the special tuning program for Mercedes-Benz CL 500 BlueEFFICIENCY. The big luxury coupe gets both styling and performance modifications.

The 4.7 liter twin-turbocharged V8 can get two performance packages – BRABUS B50 – 490 and BRABUS B50 – 520.

The first one boosts the engine to 490PS (360 kW) and 780Nm (575 lb-ft) of torque. The results are thanks to optimized engine electronics – recalibrating mapping for ignition, injection and the electronic boost pressure control.

The more powerful variant features an additional intercooler and the result is astonishing – 520PS (382 kW) at 5250RPM and 820Nm (604 lb-ft). This is an increase of 85PS (63 kW).

The all-wheel-drive coupe accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.5 seconds. The BRABUS Vmax unit eliminates the standard 250-km/h (155-mph) speed limit. The two-door car equipped with Vmax unit and BRABUS B50 – 520 PowerXtra performance kit reaches a top speed of 300 km/h (186 mph). The new top speed requires the installation of a BRABUS speedometer with 360-km/h (220-mph) dial.

The BRABUS stainless-steel sport exhaust system with butterfly valve and four distinctive BRABUS-design tailpipes provide the V8 engine with a sportier exhaust note that never becomes intrusive.

The aerodynamics package features BRABUS front spoiler, a pair of side skirts with integrated LED entrance lights. There are also BRABUS rear fascia with features a central reflector and a custom-tailored cutout on each side for the two dual tailpipes of the BRABUS sport exhaust system.

The CL 500 can be equipped with BRABUS Monoblock wheels in various designs and with diameters between 18 and 22 inches. The Monoblock F cross-spoke design is available in size 9J x 21” mounted with tires in size 265/30 ZR 21 from BRABUS technology partners Continental, Pirelli and YOKOHAMA.

The BRABUS lowering module for the standard ABC suspension is specifically calibrated to these ultra-low-profile tires. The module lowers the ride height of the two-door car by some 25 mm.

A BRABUS high-performance brake system that comes in various versions. Version IV, the largest one, consists of vented and cross-drilled discs measuring 405 x 35 mm and 6-piston aluminum fixed calipers on the front axle. The rear axle stops on steel discs measuring 380 x 34 mm and 4-piston aluminum fixed calipers.

The interior of the all-wheel-drive Mercedes coupe also offers numerous possibilities for exclusive BRABUS refinement. The list of accessories ranges from scuff plates with backlit BRABUS logo and an ergonomically shaped sport steering wheel to aluminum pedals, footrest and shifter.

The BRABUS upholstery shop offers countless exclusive options for trimming the interior of the CL-Class to suit the owner’s personal taste. A giant selection of especially soft yet durable BRABUS Mastik leather and finest Alcantara in any desired color is available for that purpose.

Source: BRABUS

December 6, 2011

2012 Fiat Doblo Cargo Price – £11 695

For the second time Fiat Doblò Cargo wins the Light Van of the Year award! The awards are due to its blend of economy, drivability and styling. For sure Fiat Doblo Cargo deserves the label “number one light van of the year” because of its efficiency in fuel-economy, appeal, durability and driving dynamics

The popular load-carrier won the last years both International Van of the Year and Fleet Van of the Year. The vehicle is available with a choice of four low emissions, Euro 4 and 5-specification engines. Moreover the manufacturers offer the new Doblò in eight different forms – Cargo, Cargo Maxi, Cargo SX, Cargo Maxi SX, Combi, Combi Maxi, Platform Cab and Work Up . Undeniably this diversity will satisfy any individual taste.

To go further into details the engine line-up comprises a 1.4-litre 16v 95bhp/70kW petrol unit and three MultiJet 16v diesels – 1.3 (90bhp/66kW), 1.6 (105bhp/77kW), and 2.0 (135bhp/99kW). And if you already wonder about the prices, the basic one is £11,695 for the Doblò Cargo 1.4 16v Petrol Euro 4), and or £12,515 for the Euro 5 version. A highlight that has to be also mentioned is the “Start&Stop” function which stops the engine automatically whenever traffic conditions bring the van to a complete halt. Of course it restarts it again when the driver wants to move off again. However this extra goes only with the Euro 5 versions thus improving them with 15 per cent fuel savings and a low CO2 figure from just 126g/km.

Source: Fiat

December 6, 2011

2012 Renault Kangoo VAN Z.E. Price – £16 990

Make a green difference in your life with Renault’s Electric KANGOO Van Z.E. The Van of the year 2012 will amaze you not only because of it high advancements but also because it is inconceivably efficient. The prices of this electric vehicle start from £16,990.00 and it is definitely worth it!

As you have already guessed the Z.E. stands for Zero Emissions, but this is not the only impressive detail about the vehicle. The Kangoo Van Z.E. comes with a 60 PS (44 kW/ 59 bhp) electric motor, which is producing 226 Nm (167 lb-ft) of torque. It also will have a range of 160 km (99 mi).

What is more important here is that for less than a fortnight after securing the International Van of the Year title, Renault’s 100% electric Kangoo Van Z.E. has been crowned What Van? magazine’s Van of the Year. But this is not the end; Europe’s number one van brand also won in the category: Website of the Year.

As a reminder, the French marque has serious achievements during the last year, got four prestigious awards, including the Van of the Year gong for New Master.

Undeniably Renault KANGOO Van Z.E. is a pioneer in van technology, and we can affirm that it deserved the award. Moreover the price will make it affordable for the mainstream thus making the technology more common and utilized. We have to consider the “green” technology more seriously, haven’t we!

If you still wonder, Renault is the first manufacturer that produces electric vans. In addition, it also aims making them genuinely affordable for businesses and organizations of every type. Given all these facts the future of the electric vehicles seems brighter with every day. Not only because of their zero tailpipe emissions in use, but also because of their impressive performance, low running costs and more relaxed driving experience!

Source: Renault

December 6, 2011

2013 Dodge Dart Compact Car [teaser]

Dodge Dart [teaser] Front Angle
The upcoming 2013 Dodge Dart is going to be a state-of-the-art four-door sedan with refined and class-leading aerodynamics. At the core of the car lies the combination between Alfa Romeo DNA and Dodge’s passion for performance. Hence you can certainly expect that the all-new 2013 Dodge Dart is a thoroughly modern vehicle that is firstly fuel-efficient, secondly beautifully designed and crafted, and lastly agile and brings fun back to driving in the segment.

The aim of the Dodge brand is to deliver high-quality, innovative vehicles that stand apart in performance and style. This was made possible because of the unique combination of Alfa Romeo’s DNA and Dodge’s perfection in performance. First of all, an important note is that the all-new Dart is the first Chrysler Group vehicle based upon a Fiat architecture (adapted from the award-winning Alfa Romeo Giulietta). The Giulietta is highly appreciated for its great performance according road-holding, agility and safety, combined with exceptional driving dynamics. The Dart leverages all of these attributes within a lengthened and widened space delivering segment-leading levels of interior spaciousness. Furthermore the 68 percent of the body is composed of high-strength steel, resulting in a very strong and rigid structure. All that combined with responsive steering, four-wheel independent suspension, and available 18-inch wheels, makes the Dart valuable in driving experience.

The design is undeniably eye-catching! First the exterior proportions are set off from every angle by dynamic lines and curves, along with advanced technology. The reason for that is of course the goal to deliver class-leading aerodynamic performance. In addition the personality-packed front view is instantly recognizable as an all-new Dodge with its tailored split-crosshair grille, projector headlamps and fog lamps and accentuated fenders.

The new 2013 Dodge Dart is not only impressive by design but also with its powerful fuel efficient engines! It will be powered by three sophisticated four-cylinder engines. According to the individual like, drivers can select from a new Tigershark 16-valve 2.0-liter engine, a 16-valve 1.4-liter MultiAir Intercooled Turbo engine, and a new Tigershark 16-valve 2.4-liter MultiAir four cylinder engine. These three engines, combined with three transmission choices, are refining the performance by providing the most various powertrain lineups in their class. To go further into details there is a MultiAir technology that delivers optimum combustion at any speed under all driving conditions. It allows direct and dynamic control of air intake and combustion thus resulting in a 15 percent increase in low engine rpm torque, a 7.5 percent improvement in fuel efficiency and a 10 percent reduction in C02 emissions.

The all-new Dodge Dart will be made in America, at Chrysler Group’s Belvidere Assembly Plant in Belvidere, Ill. The all-new Dodge Dart has been designed with high levels of refinement, craftsmanship and engaging driving dynamics. There you’ll get all the extra photos and information about the all-new 2013 Dodge Dart.

Dodge Dart [teaser] - Rear Angle

Source: Dodge

December 6, 2011

Steinmetz Opel Astra GTC

Steinmetz has announced the new tuning program for the latest Opel Astra GTC. “Make good things even better,” the result of the claim can be seen in a range of sporting accessories that are guaranteed to the GTC stylish individualists.

The package includes both exterior and interior modifications. The aerodynamics body kit consists of a new front spoiler mounted on the front bumper, a black front grille and a sport exhaust system.

The stance is optimized by a set of lowering springs, which reduce the ride height by 30mm and huge 19” alloy wheels fitted with low-profile tires – 8.5J x 19” ET39 with 245/40-R19.

To complete the aggressive exterior look, Steinmetz offer door handle covers and mirror caps set in polished stainless steel shiny accents and body stripes.

The interior boasts an electronic speed indicator, Steinmetz foot mats with embroidered logo and stainless steel sill plates.

All parts have the necessary expertise or ABE and parts are manufactured in OEM quality

Source: Steinmetz

December 5, 2011

Testing the 2012 Porsche Carrera 911 [video]

Porsche has released an interesting video clip in YouTube, where they show how the new 911 model was developed.

The 2012 Carrera 911 comes with -new 7-speed manual gearbox. It is tested in extreme weather conditions from South Africa to Arctic Circle to show the quality of materials of the famous sports model. The new model is known the 991.

“One may ask, why a car must operate under conditions most owners would never dream of living in, let alone driving in. The reason is simple. Porsche is adamant in believing the measure of a Porsche is its ability to perform just as well here, as it would on a German autobahn, interstate highway in the U.S. or anywhere else a car’s owner might be. This is the Porsche standard.”

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LS90XYXi1xg

Source: Porsche via Youtube

December 5, 2011

Senner Tuning 2012 BMW X6 – VISION à la Senne

The E71, which is commonly known as BMW X6 is a crossover familiar in the USA as SUV, called SAC and coupe by BMW. Since 2008, the BMW’s factory in Spartanburg began its serial production (this is in U.S. state of South Carolina). In addition, such production for the Asian region began in Avtotor in Russia’s Kaliningrad.

The Senner Tuning AG in Ingelheim company is has achieved great results in the Rhine-Hessen symbiosis of earth and the permanent presentation of different series heroes all over the world. This significant company has accepted the challenge to make their own vision for 2010 BMW X6 4.0D X-Drive Bi-Turbo. Hence, he alpine white athlete from the “Senner Tuning AG” house was born! The tuned car is equipped with 225 kW/306 hp and 600 Nm/442.8 lb-ft. Moreover, the car includes the abolition of the Vmax-lock with sport air filter and map adaptation to 247 kW/336 hp and 665 Nm/490,7 lb-ft.

Further modifications were made with the body, which has а BMW performance front bumper with large air intakes in the honeycomb design under the black kidney on the front side. In addition there is a rear diffuser with “special” fins. Not forgetting that there is also a tailgate and a rear spoiler. The tailpipes of the modified exhaust system are given apertures along the way.

To go further into details, the summer tires were manufactured by the boss Benno SENNER team, and precisely they are: front tires – Hamann Anniversary EVO Black Line of 10.5 x 22 inch with 295/30R22; rear tires – 12 x 22 inch with 335/30R22 tires Continental Sport Contact 5P. It has to be also mentioned that the automobile has Bilstein B8 shocks and springs with 25/20 mm lowering feature. Additionally, the lighting of the parking lights was transformed into white light. In the end, we must appreciate that even the tinted rear window and rear bumper corners were partially painted in body color.

At last, the interior gives the driver a pedal set which footrest X6M besides the Power Converter (tuning for the “electric acceleration pedal”). And you won’t get bored in this car, because the DVD movies may be freely watched by inmates during the traveling. The reconstruction cost is circa € 20000.00, depending on the choice of tires. Definitely, SENNER X6 has the minimalist tuning at the highest level (congrats to the designers), and on the other hand it provides an excellent service!

Source: Senner Tuning

December 5, 2011

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