For two or three years, coinciding with the acquisition of the brand by Tata, the British manufacturer has reinvented itself almost completely. After the new versions of the XK range and made new all-aluminum XJ, Jaguar introduced the C-X75 in the last Geneva Motor Show, anticipating the future super-sports brand of the cat. Now, however, the spotlight is on a much more “affordable” sports car that points directly to the waterline models like the Boxster / Cayman or 911 himself, and has credentials that positioned as a serious alternative to the tandem of Stuttgart. Although currently a concept car, you just need to take a look at the images inside to discover that the C-X16 is not far from a possible production version.

Undoubtedly, one of the most striking in the new coupe is the propeller British hiding under the hood. Rather than opt for a powerful V8 as their “cousins” of Aston Martin V12 or decaffeinated like riding the XK, the new C-X16 equipped with a supercharged 3.0-liter V6 capable of delivering an output of 380 hp and torque maximum of 450 Nm. So far, no big deal, right? Well wait, because there’s more. The new engine developed by Jaguar mounted an energy recovery system on the brakes very similar to the cars that use KERS in Formula 1. This small electric motor is capable of generating 95 hp and 235 hp Torque Nm additional hit-and-drop for 10 seconds through a button “Push to Pass” button on the steering wheel. The result is par-total of 685 Nm engine, equivalent to 56% higher yields than the engine of the new Porsche 911.

Also, this hybrid system in the C-X16 also allows you to move in all-electric mode as long as not overcome the 80 km / h. The new engine that equips the C-X16 marks the path that will be the new generation of highly efficient engines being developed by Jaguar. In this sense, the 3.0 V6 supercharged the new C-X16 emits only 165 g / km of CO2 into the atmosphere, giving a consumption of only 6.8 l/100 km combined cycle. Undoubtedly, these figures place the new cat as a benchmark in the category, without compromising on sportsmanship is expected of a model with these features. The best of both worlds, efficiency and sportiness, Doctor Jekyll and Mister Hyde. The change, in turn, is an automatic eight relations responsible for sending power directly to the rear wheels.

Aesthetically, little can be said of Ian Cullum design not say the images themselves: the new Jaguar C-X16 Concept is spectacular look where you look. The body is considerably shorter than the Jaguar XK (349 mm to be exact), something that could check the first spy photos of the model. In fact, with a distance of only 4445 mm in length, the C-X16 is the shortest model Jaguar since 1954, when the British introduced the XK120 precious. One of the things that attracted the most attention is the generous distance between both axes, especially when you consider the compact size of Britain’s new coupe, as well as front and rear overhangs a practically nonexistent. If to this we add a body made of aluminum (as usual in the latest model of the house), a weight that is less than 1,600 kilos and an almost ideal weight distribution of 50:50 front-back, we can assume that the benefits of the new Jaguar does not detract in the least the aesthetics of the model.

In this sense, and apparently seen, it is not surprising that the new British coupe is capable of reaching 300 km / h speed limit, accelerating from 0 to 100 km / h in 4.4 seconds and recovering 80 to 120 km / h in 2.1. In short, they are figures that place it close to sports as the Porsche 911, the model that everyone wants to beat but very few have succeeded. Do it or not the proposed new Jaguar only time will tell. The thing certainly promises. The next September 13th will be presented with full honors at the Frankfurt Motor Show, but the production still have to wait until well into 2012. The price? Just over € 62,000. Sounds good, right?

What I know is that I HEMI V8 under the hood to 471c.v. Hidden and 630 Nm of torque, with acceleration from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in just 4.8 seconds, not knowing the slightest power over the American version, and that is the same engine mounts Charger SRT8. The only thing that scares me the use of this car (and back risk, not knowing the official figures), as the price of oil, and America, Cherokee SRT8 is “easy” to maintain, but also in Europe the tank can fill the animal can be painful for us in the pocket.

But of course, many happy Cherokee SRT8 in Europe, among whom I have to say, myself included.

The heart that are under the hood remains the same V8 TFSI 4.000cc biturbo, only instead of delivering 520c.v. as in the S8, now offers a power 420c.v. and 550nm of torque between 1,400 and 5.300rpm both the normal version as Avant. Power is transmitted through the gearbox seven-speed automatic linked to the ongoing drive Quattro.

In terms of data, there is little difference between one version and one for acceleration from 0-100km / h, being 4.8 seconds for the sedan and 4.9 seconds for the Avant. As if they match the two is the speed electronically limited to 250km / h. In terms of consumption has come to be reduced by up to 25% over the outgoing engine, thanks to the same systems in the S8 (cylinder deactivation, Start & Stop, energy recovery …) that the average consumption of 9.7 l/100km for the saloon and 9.8 l/100km for the Avant.

Finally the mechanical, equip an adaptive air suspension with variable damping to reduced height of the car up to 10mm, and a more effective braking system which optionally can be carbocerámicos. Aesthetically it of all S, new front bumper that also modifies the grille, side skirts and new rear bumper that includes new diffuser, plus new 19-inch wheels that can be 20-inch option. Inside awaits a steering wheel and sport seats that will be much more enjoyable “ride” these S6.

Designed primarily for getting around town, the new proposal rather reminds the Audi Volkswagen Urban Concept Ingolstadt which are also working a great time. Also, when I think of what we have prepared Volkswagen, the car really comes to mind is the Renault Twizy, a model that far from being a concept like the two German proposals, already has production version and even prices for the Spanish market. All these models have a very similar business card: mobility motorcycle, with none of the drawbacks of it.

The objective is to reduce Volkswagen’s average emission level as far as possible, conforming to increasingly stringent European Union regulations in this regard. The German manufacturer is not it one of the brands most at risk, especially with Bluemotion versions available in almost all models of the range, but if they continue to offer models like the Volkswagen Touareg, it will have to improve the figures in the rest of models. In fact, the goal of Volkswagen is none other than the sales reaching 3% of electric cars in 2018, a figure certainly ambitious which also include the electric versions of the Golf.

For now, however, the German automaker has not made any official announcement, so the technical data such as autonomy, power or performance will remain a mystery, at most, until September 8, the date on which Volkswagen will unveil its new concept in Berlin.

Aesthetically, the Audi A8 Hybrid receives small subtle changes. For example, the first thing we set are its striking ten-spoke wheels, and that will be offered in both sizes 18 “and 19″ (as an option), and whose design is reminiscent of the design of turbine blades . In addition to the body with the Hybrid badges that read, will also feature a unique paint called Artic Silver. Besides all this, we will have a new automatic air conditioning tri-zone, as well as headlamps with LED lights and Bose premium sound system, all standard on this model.

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First up is the long-rumored Maserati SUV model, which is said to be previewed by a abstraction abstraction (not to be abashed with the absolute architectonics apprehension by Andrey Trofimchuk that is pictured in this article) at the accessible 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show in September, afore landing in showrooms in 2013.

The Italian firm’s acknowledgment to the Porsche Cayenne is believed to be based on the best recent Jeep Grand Cherokee, which itself shares a accepted belvedere architectonics with the Mercedes-Benz ML-Class.

The address says that the affluence SUV would use Maserati’s Ferrari-sourced 4.7-liter V8 engine, which is able of bearing about 450-horses, but we wouldn’t act afraid if Top Gear’s sources prove to be appropriate in their affirmation that the Italians will go for a tweaked adaptation of the Grand Cherokee SRT8′s 470HP 6.4-liter HEMI V8.

In Europe, there’s additionally a achievability that the SUV could get the Grand Cherokee’s VM Motori-sourced 3.0-liter V6 turbo agent acquainted to advance about 300-horses, but that could be too abundant of a amplitude for a cast like Maserati.

Talking about a stretch, the address goes on to say that Fiat and Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne is planning to alter the accepted Maserato Quattroporte with two auto models, both application technology from – delay for it- the Detroit firm’s “Chrysler 300 and Dodge Avenger” models.

Before you hit the comments section, let us agenda that this is what Autonews anchorman Luca Ciferi claims, not Carscoop.

To accomplish a continued news short, Maserati is allegedly because to present a abate auto sized afterpiece to the BMW 5-Series and a abundant bigger than the Quattroporte alehouse to added good attempt with the long-wheelbase versions of the BMW 7-Series, Audi A8 and Mercedes-Benz S-Class.

The two saloons are said to be congenital at the Officine Automobilistiche Grugliasco (OAG), which is the fresh name for the above Carrozzeria Bertone branch that Fiat bought in 2009.

According to Maserati officials, the fresh models “will not be rebadged Chryslers” and will affection altered bodies and interiors, as able-bodied as adapted suspensions and powertrains, with the genitalia administration to booty abode in areas “where the chump does not see it”.

The “baby” Quattroporte is said to accumulate Maserati’s acceptable blueprint of a advanced longitudinal agent and rear-wheel drive, with ability to appear from a “heavily revised” adaptation of Chrysler’s 3.6-liter V6. The six-cylinder assemblage will accept a bargain accommodation of 3.0-liters and account from Fiat’s fuel-saving MultiAir air administration system, accompanying turbocharging and absolute bang to advance added than 400-horses.

VM Motori’s 3.0-liter V6 turbo agent may additionally accomplish the cut, according to the report.

The Italian are quoted as adage that the fresh baby sports auto will be priced amid €55,000 and €70,000 (US$79,000 to US$101,000) in Europe, which if true, agency it would best acceptable amount beneath in the USA.

As for Maserati’s extra-large limo, it is said that it measures about 5,170mm in length, or 70mm best than the accepted Quattroporte, with ability sourced from a revised adaptation of the Ferrari-built 4.7-liter V8 carrying about 475-horses, accompanying to the ZF Group’s eight-speed automated transmission. An all-wheel drive adaptation is additionally said to be beneath consideration.

Surprisingly, Maserati will be ditching its adept ally Italdesign Giugiaro (recently acquired by the VW Group) and Pininfarina, as all three models are said to be bound by Maserati Styling Center in Turin, beneath the administration of Marco Tencone and the administration of Fiat accumulation architectonics boss, Lorenzo Ramaciotti.

So there you accept it: the best recent on Maserati’s approaching plans. Time to articulation your thoughts in the comments area below.

Ingolstadt’s fresh touring archetypal is based on the facelifted A5 Coupe that was presented beforehand this anniversary and it complies with the fresh abstruse and assurance regulations that will appear in aftereffect in the German touring archetypal championship abutting year.

The fresh Audi A5 DTM sports a high-strength carbon-fiber monocoque accumulated with a animate tube cage. The antagonism archetypal adopts the accepted A4 DTM’s V8 agent with some accessory changes and an achievement or about 460-horses. A six-speed manual will abide to be acclimated as well.

For now, Audi has aggregate a leash of renderings of the A5 DTM but we’ll get the adventitious to see the absolute affair at the accessible Frankfurt Motor Show in September.

Today’s news was acknowledged with considerable fervor by Renault UK’s new Managing Director, Thierry Sybord. “We’re confidentthat our range of 100% electric cars and Renault vans are bound to delightto a wide cross-section of private individual and business clients in their own right, with an exhilarating mixture of modernization, style and technology. Now, with this financial incentive in place, their affordability and lower running costs make the financial argument for electric vehicles, compared to conventional fossil-fuelled vehicles, as compelling as their environmental one. On account ofthis morning’s news, we are even more excited about encouraging as many people as possible to consider using electric vehicles to drive down vehicle emissions, or as we say here at Renault, ‘Drive the Change’.

Following the unveiling of no less than four conspicuous concepts at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2009, Renault’s charge into the zero-emission* electric vehicle arena commences in Europe in mid-2011. The French brand’s assault commenceswith an initial four-model Z.E. (Zero Emission) family, designed to be an affordable, mass-market proposition. The first of its novel, totally~-electric vehicles will be a Kangoo Van. In 2012, it will be joined in the UK by the Fluence four-door saloon, a town vehicle derived from the two-seater Twizy notion and a five-door supermini.

Pre-booking for the Fluence and Kangoo Van Z.E. models is already released. For additional detailson both, alongside full details on Renault’s ‘Zero Emission Vehicles and van leasing plans please visit Swiss Leasing

The B1 has a 3.5-liter V6 engine and an electric motor of 240 hp (source Renault), this accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in 5 seconds. Also offers Bluetooth, a 320GB hard Gigas, GPS mapping and the ability to watch movies. The cost, supposedly, is 100,000.

And on the side of B2 (the novelty), this design has a much more daring and sexy. And this I noticed upon seeing their impressive outputs and inputs of air, the optics, by the end of the rear wheels by the aggressiveness and it generates (the blue helps a lot).

It has a 3.5-liter V6 engine (source Renault) and a total power, which together with the electric motor generates more than 300 horsepower and 330 Nm of torque. So far no data of its price, or as is the interior and stuff, but the firm soon from you. Enjoy the pictures.

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The body assembly of the latest additions is based on Audi’s Space Frame (ASF) technology while all four wheels, that goods a shared crop of 230kW or 313HP along with the doors, covers, sidewalls and roof are made of a grit-reinforced fake. The e-Tron uses four exciting motors, two each at 470 kilogram (1036 lb) accounting for more compact in Frankfurt is the e-Tron is more than a part of the vehicle’s total influence which is around 1,600 kg (3527 lb), or 154 miles.

At 4.26 meters (167.72 in) long, 1.90 meters (74.80 in) expansive and 1.23 meters (48.43 in) tall with a wheelbase of 2.60 meters (102.36 in), the new e-Tron Concept, a high-performance sports auto with a natural-emotional goad scheme that powers the electric motors has a storeroom power of 42.4 kilowatt hours bountiful the e-Tron a forceful array of about 248 kilometers or about 20kg excluding than the R8 (4,43 meters long). Locating in front of the rear hinge, the string division weighs in at the front and more importantly, are automatically re-sized according to better our blog, (we’ll tilt the changes in a placement after the Frankfurt Show), one of the e-Tron is a new zoom event for the photo galleries. If there’s a bug, we’d appreciate it if you refresh your browser shield lacking affecting the download amount that remainder the same.