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Audi Reveals New A8 Hybrid with 2.0-liter Four-Pot, Sales Start in 2012

admin — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 07:21:22 +0000

Gradually, Audi is beginning to penetrate the world of hybrid models. And in this case is not a hybrid either. It is a hybrid compact-Tron as A1 and about which I speak, or futuristic and modern model designed for the city, the Urban Concept Audi. In this case, Audi is serious with its new hybrid sedan, we are referring, of course, the Audi A8 Hybrid. A model that we see in the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show in September, and will enter production in 2012.

A model that will have the power of a six-cylinder model, but it actually has an electric motor with a four. Specifically, a four-cylinder 2.0-liter TFSI plus an electric motor, and jointly develop about 245 hp and 480 Nm of torque. All this, with an average fuel consumption of nearly 6.4 l/100km, which is fine for a model as big and heavy as the A8. And with CO2 emissions at about 148 g / km.
As for the 2.0 TFSI engine, generates 211 hp and 350 Nm of torque between 1,500 and placed 4,200 rpm, and the electric motor develops an output of around 54 hp and 210 Nm of torque. Other fun facts reveal that this sedan can reach speeds exceeding 100 km / h, only the electric motor, with a range of two miles, going at a constant speed of 60 km / h.
More specifically, the electric motor is located in the space they are usually occupy the torque converter, just opposite the modified gearbox type 8-speed Tiptronic. Also, I must say that this is a Quattro all-wheel drive model, so this hybrid transmission, will also direct torque to the front wheels. For all the foregoing, the Audi A8 Hybrid can reach 100 km / h in around 7.7 seconds with a top speed of 235 km / h. Although these performance data are provisional.
As for lithium ion batteries, weighs about 36.7 pounds net, and is located in the trunk, giving a nominal 1.3 kWh of energy and over 40 kW (the 52 hp). To cool these batteries, using two different methods: with air flows from the passenger compartment, and through a separate cooling circuit. However, both the electric motor and electronic components are cooled by water.

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.

New Audi A5 Coupe DTM Racing Concept

admin — Sun, 17 Jul 2011 14:52:56 +0000

Get aflame DTM admirers because there’s a fresh kid advancing to town. We’re talking about Audi’s afresh appear A5 Coupe racecar, internally called “R17,” that will alter the four-door A4 with which Audi has baffled the DTM appellation four times back 2004.

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.

Saab 9-4X SUV 2011 in US

admin — Sat, 16 Jul 2011 07:40:18 +0000

Saab is still aggravating to assignment through its problems, but the Swedish carmaker has some acceptable account from the States. The aboriginal examples of the firm’s fresh crossover, the Cadillac SRX-based 9-4X, accept aloof accustomed at US showrooms.

“Our aboriginal cartage are aloof hitting retailers and our aboriginal chump auction took abode aftermost weekend at Saab North Olmstead in Cleveland, Ohio” said President and COO of Saab Cars North America, Tim Colbeck.

The 9-4X is congenital alongside the Cadillac SRX at GM’s branch in Mexico

The aboriginal US client of the 9-4X is Martin Reuben. “Before alike active it off the lot, I put my abject into the seat, looked about and bought it on the spot,” replied Martin. “So far aggregate I’ve apparent on this car is authentic Saab – bent & able-bodied designed.” Saab has already 100 orders placed for its fresh SUV.

In the US, the 9-4X is offered with two V6 engines, a naturally-aspirated 3.0-liter with direct-injection bearing 265HP and 223 lb-ft (302Nm), and a 2.8-liter assemblage with a twin-scroll turbocharger carrying 300HP and 295 lb-ft (400Nm).

Both V6 units are akin to six-speed automated transmissions. The abject 265HP V6 is accessible with front-wheel drive or Saab’s XWD all-wheel drive system, while the 300HP adaptation alone with four-wheel drive.

Geneva Autoshow:New Maserati GranCabrio Sport

admin — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 14:21:20 +0000

The new GranCabrio Sport follows in the footsteps of its hardtop sibling offering an improved chassis, more horse power and optimized gearshift response. The convertible is motivated by a more potent and fuel-efficient version of the firm’s all-alloy 4.7-litre naturally-aspirated V8 churning out 450HP and 510 Nm or 376.2 lb-ft of peak torque, an increase of 10HP and 20Nm respectively over the standard GranCabrio. The top speed of the GranCabrio Sport is 285km/h or 177mph.

New SAAB 9-3 Convertible Independence Edition

admin — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 14:07:00 +0000

The special edition model gets a 220HP 2.0T Biopower engine and will boast several unique features such as the bespoke Sunset Red color, new 18-inch alloy wheels, gray leather seats with a center strip and piping in orange, numerous Hirsch interior appointments and an orange-colored turbo instrument needle.

New Chrysler 200 Convertible Prices , Four-Cylinder Starts from $27,195, V6 from $31,990

admin — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 02:31:16 +0000

The new 200 Convertible is free in three lean levels (Touring, Limited and S), two engine choices benefit a 2.4-liter four-cylinder and a 3.6-liter V6, plus the choice of a traditional delicate top or a retractable metal hard top.

The variety begins with the statement-quantity Touring fashion powered by a 173HP 2.4-liter four-banger matched to a six-quickness usual transmission, which is priced at $27,195 counting a $750 destination fee. That brings the 200 Convertible in the same value choice as Ford’s 305HP Mustang Convertible V6, which starts at $27,495 (with destination and a $500 currency back).

Standard skin on the Touring genre contain a cloth subtle-top, leather-wrapped steering swing with integrated wheel for audio and hurry force; leather-wrapped shifter bulge; air conditioning; MP3 radio with six speakers; front and face air-bags, electronic stability monitor with brake help and footing running; mandatory headlamps with LED light duct accents; LED taillamps; power windows and mane; isolated keyless and 17-creep alloy wheels.

Next up is the 200 Limited that is powered by the 283HP-solid 3.6-liter Pentastar engine mated to a six-hustle certain transmission. It has a starting MSRP of $31,990 including a $750 destination fee.

On top of the level skin of the Touring, the Limited adds leather heated front seats; secluded boon; Media Center 730 touchscreen with 30 gigabyte HDD/CD/DVD/MP3 radio; Uconnect handsfree handset with Bluetooth; USB docks for iPod/MP3 connectivity; electrochromatic rearview mirror; general garage door starter; fog lamps; outdoor chrome niceties and 18-creep alloy rims.

Following the launch of the Touring and Limited variants, Chrysler will farther enhance the 200 Convertible’s choice with the addition of the ‘S’ kind. Offered exclusively with a V6 engine, the ‘S’ will come with several unique styling features such as an exclusive close on the grille, night headlamp surrounds, tailored 18-crawl “tuner-inspired” aluminum wheels, black leather seats with suede inserts and a Boston Acoustics narrator routine. The Detroit automaker did not declare pricing details on the 200 Convertible S.

Volkswagen Passat in U.S. market 2012

admin — Sat, 29 Jan 2011 01:46:30 +0000

One of the most highly expected world premieres of the 2011 NAIAS, the new U.S. market 2012 Volkswagen Passat, turned out to be one of the less exciting -at least in terms of design introductions of the show. The US-built replacement for the European-sourced Passat literally looks like an extra-large Jetta, which drew its own share of criticism for its uninspired and generic looks. For comparison, we’ve added a few shots of the Jetta after the jump.

While the design may not be engaging, the car’s lower sticker prices will certainly attract more buyers as the new Passat will start from around $20,000 or some $7,000 to $8,000 less than the 2011MY it replaces.

However, keep in mind that while the base 2011 Passat was offered with a modern 200HP 2.0 TFSI, the entry-level 2012MY Passat will come with VW’s old 2.5-liter five-cylinder unit rated at 170HP.

Other engine options for U.S. buyers include a more frugal 140HP 2.0-liter turbo diesel that returns up to 43mpg, and a range topping 3.6-liter VR6 with 280HP and a 0-60mph sprint time of 6.5 seconds.

Volkswagen will manufacture the 2012 Passat at its new $1 billion Chattanooga factory in Tennessee, the automaker’s first U.S. assembly plant since it shut down its Pennsylvania plant in 1988. The mid-size saloon will go on sale in the States in mid-August.

Audi Testing A1 Quattro Prototype in Canada

admin — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 17:18:19 +0000

Audi’s decision to develop an all-wheel drive system for the A1′s PQ25 platform, which also underpins the VW Polo, is believed to be linked with the presentation of several new models from the group, including an S1 and possibly and even more powerful RS1 variant, as well as an AWD version of the VW CrossPolo and a range-topping Polo R.

BMW 3-Series Coupe and Convertible Facelift 2011 Official Photos

admin — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 16:28:23 +0000

For year 2011 the Bavarian automaker of this refreshing new 2011 BMW 3-series coupe and convertible models.What we can see is that BMW Bavarian had give the cosmetics enhancements and new powerplants for this new BMW model.I was keen on this BMW 3-series new LED headlamps which reshaped beautifully, comes with a lower front and rear bumpers, stylish exterior mirrors and also the new color scheme.

This 2011 BMW 3-series model was said will be on sale in US and Canada this 2010 spring.Car price we be announce later when the on sale date is made to public.See all high resolution official photo of this BMW 3-series coupe and convertible models for year 2011.

Volkswagen New Beetle ‘Black-Orange’ SE

admin — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:19:40 +0000

Volkswagen has announced the launch of the ‘Black-Orange’ SE series for the New Beetle hatch and convertible. Both body styles are available with either a black finish and contrasting white stripes on the sides or an orange finish with black stripes. The exterior package is complemented by a set of 17-inch five-spoke alloy wheels.
The New Beetle ‘Black Orange’ models are available with several engine options with prices in Germany starting from €22,550 (around US$33,800) for the hatch with the 102HP 1.6-liter petrol engine.