Mazda geared the smooth and trustworthy 1.5-liter SKYACTIV-D diesel power unit to the Mazda3. Having made its debut in the all-new Mazda2 and Mazda CX-3 models, the 105hp (77kW) powerplant will significantly boost Mazda3’s performance and will also contribute to additional fuel efficiency.
Designed for fleet and private customers the SKYACTIV-D, mated to a six-speed SKYACTIV-MT manual gearbox emits only 99g/km and offers a combined 74.3mpg. It will be available with hatchback and Fastback body shapes and will also be offered with the optional six-speed automatic transmission.
The new powerplant will ensure that Mazda3 will have some additional power and hidden tricks. With its 270Nm of torque and 0 to 100km/h (62mph) for 11.0 seconds sprint, this sweetie really deserves its attention.
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This advanced engine also features high-dispersion solenoid fuel injectors to suppress cooling losses and provides optimal injection efficiency for any situation and any given condition. This all means the SKYACTIV powerplant offers enhanced combustion and refined smooth driver. Furthermore, the combustion chamber offers special “shouldered” design that suppress flow around the lip of the chamber and prevents combustion gas cooling.
And as you might have expected, this unit comes as standard with Mazda’s i-stop idle-stop system that delivers world’s fastest restarts on a diesel engine. with complex turbine geometry and boosted low engine speeds, the SKYACTIV-D delivers high levels of flexibility and response.
So far, so good. But the question remains: what do you think about the fresh change?
Soure: Mazda
Recently, the world of motorsport and automobile tuning witnessed the arrival of new terms and names: Liberty Walk, Rocket Bunny, Rauh-Welt Bergiff. This all means that there are numerous premium vehicles that receive even more interesting and exclusive tuning. For example, in Japan and US often there are conventions that are implemented by angle-grinder maiming of the vehicles, but it was about time someone prove the opposite. And this is indeed the Ingo Noak Tuning professionals from Far North of Germany.
Last time we have heard about a project by PP Exclusive was nearly 3 years ago. Now I am very glad to introduce you to their latest tuning, which is based on the BMW M3 E92 model and on top of that features Liberty Walk widebody kit. Take a look at the pictures an you’ll see how menacing this beast-like machine looks. Right? The details here aren’t many but they are definitely worthy of telling.
When it comes to Canada, besides the cold weather and the abundantly beautiful nature, I am really fond of the Vanvouver-based tuning company called SR Auto Group. Their projects are really simple and beautiful. But behind this simplicity I see a lot of precision and great craftsmanship. Their latest project is based on the Lexus RCF, which has been fitted with some cool parts that mainly enhance its appeal.
Since there is an Essen Motor Show currently ongoing we are extremely happy to announce that there is some movement in the automotive scene. Yesterday we saw how AC Schnitzer has been preparing for the event and it is now time for another tuner to shine with an exclusive project created specifically for the show in Germany. Under the spotlight is ABT Sportsline with their take on Audi RS3. The tuners focused on four steps that led them to the amazing results. Let’s see.
Kia Motors today demonstrated the upgraded and restyled exterior of the Korean domestic market Cadenza (known as K7 in Korea). This vehicle proudly showed its new beautiful and functional design, along with some sweet additions. It will go on sale overseas in 2016. Recently, Kia team comes up with wonderful projects, solutions and ideas and we all hope that this tendency will not only remain, but will also improve for future models.
Rezvani today demonstrated the third variation to the Beast family. The new proud member is the performance-oriented Beast X: the most powerful and aggressive Beast produced so far. This sweetie will definitely dominate every track with its 700hp (514kW) of power output and the incorporated Borg Warner high-performance turbochargers, especially developed pistons and valves and the strengthened engine body. The performance is further enhanced by the lightweight carbon-fiber body and steel chassis, along with the rear-wheel drive system that keeps the vehicle focused and flexible.
TECHART Magnum is a project based on the Porsche Cayenne famous for its uniqueness. Now it is back, more powerful and looking as good as hell! Almost everything has been renewed, starting from the design to the output rating. So let’s check it out!
AC Schnitzer has just sent us some information about the two MINIs it is currently presenting at the Essen Motor Show in Germany. Both are stylish and versatile and are a basically focused on performance. The models I am talking about are the MINI Cooper S and the John Cooper Works, both having very strong engines and sporting characteristics.
This is a Chrysler PT Cruiser but not a regular one. Introduced in 2001 the model was one of those rare cases when an automaker tries to mimic an old-school car. Successful or not, this particular car was a subject of a total transformation, received two instead of four doors, and one of the most luxurious cabins you might find in a the retro-styled compact cars PT Cruiser. Speaking of the interior, it was entirely modified by the experts of the Bulgarian tuning company Carbon Motors. As usual, their work surprises us with its craftsmanship and precision.
BWM Group decided that Auto Guangzhou 2015 is the perfect spot to demonstrate brand’s vision for the future of the four-door sedan compact segment. The BMW Concept Compact Sedan represents bold approach towards life of the young generation of China and will deliver confidence, dynamics and superior levels of driving pleasure. So, let’s check it out.
VOS company at the Baden-Wuerttemberg Neckarwestheim is a brand, known for its extraordinary power improvements and upgrades and completely reflects its own VISION OF SPEED slogan. This is also one of the few brands that works with unique vehicles in order to make them even more interesting and more appealing to the public eye. And now the engineering team decided to do something similar with the BMW M 550d. So, let’s check out what the end result is.
