Autocars

AC Cobra MkVI: The poisonous snake bites to be strong again

firliadi.autocars@gmail.com (autocars) — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 03:56:00 +0000

The AC Cobra is legendary, especially the race originally scheduled for the Cobra 427, the Carroll Shelby in a Ford eight-cylinder transplanted to the British to Steam properly. 1962 insofar as it was then and the first Cobra went on American roads. But the AC Cobra bites still too strong. For example, the new AC Cobra MkVI a modern version of the icon, which still stands by brute jacking. The British produced the new Cobra MkVI in the next few months in the Gullwing Heyda GmbH in Germany. The prices were AC is not yet known.
Small car, big engine: The new Cobra has power by the powerful 6.2-liter V8 engine from the Corvette. In the AC Cobra MkVI the engine makes 443 hp (437 bhp) and the GTS version even breathtaking 656 hp (647 bhp). With a lightweight of only about 1,025 kilograms catapulted the Cobra GTS is expected in just 3.3 seconds from standstill to 100 km / h. That is absolutely addictive!

Optical is the reincarnation of the Cobra the lines of the original Cobra has remained true: The round headlights, the long hood with the scoops and the muscular fenders are shaped just like striking features of the Sidepipes aggressively shaped and the mouth of the poisonous snake bite faceted. The British thus remain faithful to their style and carry the great legacy of their business consistently - to the Corvette engine.
Under the aluminum shell hides a handgebautes spaceframe chassis with motorsport adapted from the suspension. The brutal force rein Porsche brakes with ventilated brake discs and a diameter of 332 millimeters in front and 298 millimeters rear. A locking differential reduces the slip while on the bike with the lower grip.

Characterized the classic Cobras by a spartan cockpit and driving without a hood that has a new AC Cobra MkVI a comparatively luxurious oriented interior with fine carpets and lots of leather. In addition, there are standard a removable hardtop with real doors (Gullwing), which is comfortable driving - in combination with an air conditioning system - for different weather conditions.

JE Design Seat Exeo: The Spaniard in the new sport suit

firliadi.autocars@gmail.com (autocars) — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 03:52:00 +0000

Seat made recently with a new Exeo sedan on the market. JE Design would like to thank the Exeo the right start, and the Spaniard missed a new suit. With the full bodykit became the middle-class sedan to an optical Athletes with four doors. Sport springs, modified muffler and alloy wheels round out the measures for the dynamic Spaniard from.
The new Sport Seat Grille without logo and the front spoiler give the Exeo much grim to look forward. The modified side sills while the dynamic stress wedge, while the vehicle a distinctive rear diffuser trim in carbon-look for the sport ensures completion.

JE Design completes the look of the sport with four stainless steel tubes, which have the same right to the sound performance of the grafted kraftgespannten Seat Exeo deliver. The new exhaust system offers JE Design for all of the engines Exeos.
The transformation would not be complete, would give the Seat Exeo at its height series come along. Therefore, the JE Design Seat with a specially developed sport spring rate by 35 millimeters closer to the asphalt and optimized so that apart from the optics is also the driving dynamics. The house Multispoke-alloy wheels in 7.5 x18 inches with tires in size 225/40 or 8x19 inches and tires in 235/35 is available in the finishes "Shadow Silver" or "matte graphite silver."

A performance increase announced JE Design has not yet been to. In the standard version of Top of the 2.0 TFSI has made a total of 200 hp and a maximum torque of 280 Nm at 1.800 rpm input. So spurtet the Seat Exeo in 7.3 seconds from standstill to 100 and reaches a top speed of 241 km / h. It is assumed that JE Design also has the engine under his wings take.

Lorinser Smart Fortwo SpeedyPacker: Ins and blacks specifically taken

firliadi.autocars@gmail.com (autocars) — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 03:45:00 +0000

Block Country USA. The success story is not surprising: After all, embodies the bold short, the principles of ecological and economic rationality completely free of Biedermann design. In contrast to market analysts looks for the Lorinser Smart but black - but only when it comes to the Smart Fortwo SpeedyPacker and its color is.
Schwarzmatt and contrast with polished horn, alloy wheels, the "Speedy" in 7 x 17 inches at the front axle and 8.5 x 17 inch rear is the perfect foundation for a smart racer and tires of the dimension 205/40 and 225/35. The wide soles to emphasize the appearance of the Smart Fortwo and also improve performance up to 101 HP sufficient traction is available.

As standard they are at only 84 hp petrol engine. In under 10 seconds significantly accelerated the pace Hecktriebler at 100; deadline is only at 180 km / h. Since the production model at 145 km / h abgeregelt is replaced by the tachometer scale Lorinser an update.
With the wheels SpeedyPacker exudes smart dynamic aura, even before he made the parking space is driven out. Six curved spokes to quote the classic Lorinser turbine wheels, without a completely separate look to. If a customer is not on the "Black Paintings" are: As a trio includes SpeedyPacker family in addition to surface design, "Chrome" and "silver".

For the necessary Überholprestige provides on request, alternatively, a sporty body kit. About the only smart from the back looks, it can at least look at a dynamic stern with a 4-pipe exhaust systems that were conceived from the well-cheeky rear excellence.

Inside, the Lorinser Smart Fortwo his newfound sportiness also view. Accent pieces in chrome and brushed aluminum look for clock, tachometer and speedometer, and the HiFi and navigation system with specially designed display will round out the impression

Gumpert Apollo Speed: brachial geared to high speed

firliadi.autocars@gmail.com (autocars) — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0000

The pure high-speed customers, the German super sports car manufacturer Gumpert Apollo with the new speed in the eye. In the traditional Apollo, the Apollo and the Apollo Sport Race is so against the optimal performance for racing, and lateral grip in all situations in the center. The maximum safe speed should be mastering the domain of the 700 HP strong Apollo speed with the standard coating Bicolour be.
The challenge was to develop a design, the extreme demands of aerodynamics to a performance-oriented, purist super sports car with the aesthetic language of form combines an exclusive vehicle - a synthesis of form and function without compromise. The numerous wind tunnel tests optimized silhouette reflects the superior performance of resist. Thanks Carbon body weighs only Apollo Speed 1,200 kilograms.

Already a deeper view of the front shows the changed lines around the wheel arches. A so-called low-Restrict intake completes the vicious optics and provides fresh air in the engine. Other modifications are available at the rear of the super-athlete: The redesigned rear lights show concise, while the Apollo Speed controls, before he made the field of vision of the pursuers disappears. In addition, the two-seater has a small adjustable wing, which required him to drive for his speed rush awards.
In side view, wins the 4460 meter and 1998 meter wide Apollo speed through a tight, long and wide shoulder line further momentum. With 1105 meters, is the Apollo Speed still flatter than his brothers. The mid-engine concept, while the clearly oriented towards the front cockpit and the long wheelbase of 2700 meters stresses and ensures optimum handling.

The dominant view is the rear end to a free zweiflutige exhaust system and a powerful diffuser to optimize handling at high speeds. With a completely closed-KAS subsoil (carbon-aluminum sandwich) and tire covers (front and rear fixed mitdrehend), brings the Apollo Speed Formula-1-technology on the road and screams so only after a challenge for a sprint. The result: a road particularly high output value.

The mighty V8 Biturbo with a cubic capacity of 4.2 liter capacity provides the Gumpert Apollo Speed satte 700 bhp at 6500 rpm and a torque of 875 Nm at 4000 rpm available. Its like driving include catapults to the top class: from 0 to 100 pass just 3.0 seconds and speed is already 200 according to 8.9 seconds. His finished jacking the Apollo Speed only when more than 360 km / h.
The power to the rear wheels via a fully-sequential 6-speed gearbox with a manually operated 2-disc clutch. A self-locking by Torsendifferential is of course also on board. Contact with the asphalt hold 19-inch with a central lock and tires in size 255/35 front and 345/35 rear. It also equips the Gumpert Apollo in speed with the train, and pressure fully adjustable spring / damper units and a front anti-roll bars from.

In the wheels there is a high-performance brakes all round with 6-piston Festsätteln and a disc diameter of 378 millimeters. In addition, an ABS and a hydraulic brake booster.
Inside the two-seater with its sporting facilities convince it either with leather or alcantara there. A whole range of features, such as air conditioning and a DVD navigation system with Moniceiver with-out screen, reversing camera, rearview mirror function while driving, Bluetooth handsfree and iPod controls round out the measures. Facilitates the entry detachable steering wheel.

Nestled in the monocoque and lashed by 4-point belts, the driver is one with the Apollo Speed.
And what is the cost of this enormous fun from Germany? The basic Apollo is 358,904 euros. In addition to the surcharge for the speed package that the account makes it easier to 119,606.90 euros. So much is the Gumpert Apollo Speed from 478,510.90 euros.

Dodge Challenger SE rally: Earned strips for the Muscle Car

firliadi.autocars@gmail.com (autocars) — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 02:37:00 +0000

The current Dodge Challenger continue conquering the hearts of Americans with his unequivocal Muscle Car design and powerful engines to be relatively low price. New on the market, the Challenger SE rally, the character of the Pony Cars with special emphasis on the exterior and a new, more aggressive 5-speed automatic transmission further underscores. The price in the U.S.: 26,490 U.S. Dollar, currently around 19,650 euro.
Optical is the Dodge Challenger SE rally from the standard model by the front to pull back rally stripes, the 18-inch wheels with black painted accents in the star wheels, the rear spoiler in car color and the classic chrome tank cap with a "Fuel" -- lettering.
His rally stripes deserves the SE as an entry model with a powerful V6 engine, its power of 253 hp or 3.5 liters engine capacity draws. With a maximum torque of 339 Nm at 3,800 rpm is also the "small" Challenger SE sprint rally as strong. In contrast, so-Dodge, a consumption of 17 mpg in the city (around 13.8 l/100 km) and 25 mpg on the highway (ca. 8,7 l/100 km)
The Dodge Challenger SE rally also marked the introduction of the 5-speed automatic transmission with Auto Stick (manual mode when automatic transmission), which will receive all the Challenger SE. The gearbox is characterized, in comparison to the hitherto conventional 4-speed automatic, with a stronger response, an aggressively designed 1st Speed and increased torque in all gears from.

The interior of the Dodge Challenger SE rally could be the makers of the original Challenger inspire, such as the dark instrument makers of the four deeply recessed round instruments and the pistol grip-type shifter. Modern accents while carbon accents. Well-padded sport seats with fabric cover is standard, heated sport seats with leather are optional. Available is also in the Challenger SE rally the Advanced Uconnect GPS with voice recognition, navigation, etc.

Mansory Chopster: The brachial circumcised Porsche Cayenne Turbo S

firliadi.autocars@gmail.com (autocars) — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0000

By Mansory Chopster the renowned tuner presents a less conventional interpretation of the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S. This includes not only the new brawny, muscular body styling with a lowered roof line, but in spite of a powerful turbo engine with a breathtaking 710 horsepower and a plethora of interior finishes . Chopster incidentally, comes from the Americas: to = chop off.

Carbon, as far as the eye can see

For the extensive body modifications of the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S Mansory used exclusively for the ultra-light and high-strength carbon material. Whether front or rear bumper, doors, hood or the car by 80 millimeters widening fenders - all components are made of carbon. To improve through the reduction of vehicle weight and acceleration values as well as the stopping distance.
Similarly, around 60 millimeters lowered roof line due to the smaller frontal area to the sporty appearance and provide the total package for a sophisticated aerodynamics and exhilarating appearance. Large, almost aggressive air intakes at the front striking also provide for an optimal inflow of the drive unit with fresh air. Four additional headlights to increase the passive safety and underline the sporty, dynamic look.

Powerful performance improvement for more driving pleasure

Besides the body gets the supercharged series aggregate of the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S a significant revision: Mansory replaces the factory-assembled turbochargers by more copies. A custom engine management and an improved supply of cooling air will lead to more remarkable performance. The modified V8 engine now offers a full 710 hp and a maximum torque of 900 Nm. To reach the brawny SUV a maximum speed of 302 km / h.
A sport exhaust system with optimized exhaust flow completes the engine upgrade. The self-developed exhaust system consists of a Fächerkrümmer as well as a four-pipe Endtopf and regulated by the built-in damper control the sound. Alternatively, there is a subtle sound, or strong and voluminous sound to a real shiver feeling to others.

Components for the best road
For the excellent values of the delay, an abundant Chopsters dimensioned sport brake system. Brake disks with the dimensions 420 x 40 mm front and 375 x 30 millimeters back from the front and rear eight-four-piston caliper in the equipment used. To match, there is a special Tire / wheel combination, the greater the braking problem space.
The vollgeschmiedeten 11x23 inch Monoblock rims in turbine design and size 315/25 tires fit perfectly under the widened fenders of the Mansory Chopsters. A new sports module to control the air suspension, the wheels also XXL in Szene gesetzt. Upon request, the module lowers the vehicle center of gravity of the SUV also increased by 45 millimeters from.

Interior design without limits
The finest materials used in the interior and provide comfort. Durable, yet soft, the leather interiors of Chopster. Only unblemished skins natural product of the Mansory-Sattler in the interior and integrated with subtle decorative seams provide. Individual seats in the rear while convey an extravagant flair and offer passengers the best fit.
Equipped with refrigerator, monitors in the front headrests, DVD player and laptop with internet leaves no wish unfulfilled customers. The redesigned airbag sports steering wheel, aluminum pedals and made the Echtkarbon applications complete the exquisite overall impression.

Audi R8 by Wheelsandmore: consistently aligned to performance

firliadi.autocars@gmail.com (autocars) — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0000

Wheelsandmore took the Audi R8 again and missed the German super sports a performance oriented tuning program. Of the house with plenty of carbon elements Ingolstädter Wheelsandmore applied with a front spoiler lip and a rear diffuser from fine carbon fiber to the handling at high speeds continue to improve.
Already standard provides the "little" Audi R8 V8 4.2 powerful 420 hp and 430 Nm of torque. In 4.6 seconds the R8 V8 sprints from standstill to 100 and ended only when his driving 301 km / h. Should that still not enough, which helps Wheelsandmore to a total of 530 hp and 550 Nm of torque. This should be so Wheelsandmore, the performance at a similar level as in the Audi R8 V10 5.2 move it to an impressive 316 km / h and a top sprint from 0 to 100 in just 3.9 seconds brings.

Is made possible through the power of a compressor rebuilding, a freely programmable, digitally controlled valve, stainless steel exhaust system and a software optimization. There is a hydraulic in pressure and rebound adjustable racing suspension which is at the front and rear axle of the vehicle, an increase of 30 millimeters allowed. Thus, the driver on request at any time the choice between life and extreme athletes.
As a further visual highlight Wheelsandmore fit his weight-optimized wheel forging of type "6Sporz" at the Alukarosse. To use the front wheel in 9.0 x20 inches with tires in size 235/30 and the rear axle in 11.5 x20 inches with 295/25er-Breitreifen. As a highlight of the rims are not high-gloss, but gromalusiert (hochglanzverdichtet) and nanoversiegelt. This procedure is Wheelsnamdore significantly more than in gloss polishing.

To meet the increased performance to halt, hidden in the wheels of a high-performance braking system with Stahlflexbremsleitungen and specialty rubbers. On the front axle to brake discs 380x34 mm wide with 8-piston Festsätteln used rear are counterparts in 340x28 mm with 6 pistons.
For the interior of the Audi R8 luxury custom solutions are available in Nappa leather, Alcantara, Burl, Birds Eye Maple and Carbon are available. Other accents on applications in aluminum or stainless steel.

Mercedes-Benz F-Cell Roadster: A symbiosis of high-tech and tradition

firliadi.autocars@gmail.com (autocars) — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0000

The theme of "sustainable mobility" is at Mercedes-Benz is an integral part of vocational training. So dedicated professionals in a cross-project, the apprentices of Daimler AG in Sindelfingen Mercedes factory and built a roadster with a fuel cell propulsion. Name: F-Cell Roadster.
The Mercedes-Benz F-Cell roadster combines the latest technologies with the history of the automobile. In line with the Benz patent motorcar from 1886 is the vehicle with large wheels spokes. Moreover, the F-Cell Roadster style elements from various eras vehicle. These include for example the carbon seat shells with handmade leather as well as the striking, modeled on the Formula-1 racing cars designed front fiberglass.
The vehicle will be driven by drive-by-wire technology - the traditional steering wheel will be replaced by a joystick. For the drive provided by the zero-emission fuel cell system in the rear. With an output of 1.2 kW / hp 1.63 achieved the F-Cell Roadster, a maximum speed of 25 km / h and provides a range of up to 350 kilometers.
The two occupants enjoy the pure "wind". Before falling in too daring journey protect fold system as a replacement for doors. Looking at the photos, you must be careful however, not with his feet in the spokes of the front wheels to land. But that weighs the true lightweight, like a modern version of a mobile carriage seems, only 350 kilograms.
Approximately one year worked on a total of 150 trainees and Dual students in the design, development, assembly and completion of the F-Cell roadster. They were young in the fields of "motor vehicle mechatronics", "Model", "electronics", "coating technology", "Manufacturing Mechanics" and "product design" and "vehicle interior" part. The primary objective of the project was to investigate the issue of alternative drives in the training practical to integrate.

Rolls-Royce RR4: Mini-Rolls gets the power of 500 hp

firliadi.autocars@gmail.com (autocars) — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 23:00:00 +0000

In the year 2010, the new entry level model from Rolls-Royce come, the internal project name "RR4" to bear. The new Mini-Rolls, the current model range alongside the Phantom, and also expand in size in the luxury - but in a Rolls-Royce for more compact form. At the Geneva Motor Show 2009, the 200EX experimental car to clear out and the RR4, the new design direction, including the production model should reward.Now the British gave the first information about the drive out: A new 6.6 liter big-turbo V12 engine with an output of 507 hp - is significantly more power than the already strong, and even just half a meter long phantom. The transmission is a completely newly developed 8-speed automatic made by ZF, which is significant at a lower consumption and lower CO2 values unaffected.

With his dynamic leadership line shows the 5399-meter, 1948 meters wide and 1550 meters high 200EX less formal than previous models. Size, style and expression to speak on a wider basis and make it suitable for many occasions. Immediately as a real Rolls-Royce seen 200EX exudes the spirit as a younger man so far from a Rolls-Royce was accustomed.Design elements, such as the high front end, the long bonnet, short front overhang, the prominent sloping A-pillar and the elegant Heck, give the 200EX, an informal presence: powerful, but not intrusive. The body of the Rolls-Royce 200EX has large areas, while fine, horizontal lines that emphasize geometric precision. The sill line going upwards and the flat roof while care for a powerful profile.

The appearance to emphasize the front and rear ailing coach Doors. This Phantom back in 2003, introduced by former sports-inspired design feature offers an additional functionality: posted outside doors will open at an angle of up to 83 degrees, and to facilitate the entry and exit for backseat passengers considerably.At the front flank two LED headlights an evolutionary step in the famous grille: Rolls-Royce refused the style of barbecue in a less traditional pillars of the temple, but a little more air on an aircraft engine on. The entries describe an arc to the inside and the quest sit deep in the hole. Meanwhile, the exterior paint finish in "Darkest Tungsten" a contrast to the brushed silver satin bonnet and A-pillar.In the interior of the 200EX, the makers have created a contemporary atmosphere, the Rolls-Royce principles finest materials and unparalleled comfort follows. The interior is flooded with light. Still feel the passengers by the high waistline and the heavy doors, very good hands. Rear disseminate additional lounge seats intimacy and privacy. Nor are the chrome door handles and the traditional treble clef switch and the noble instrumentation with chrome accents on.

KTM X-Bow ROC: The Road Runner for Champions

firliadi.autocars@gmail.com (autocars) — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 03:30:00 +0000

The "Race of Champions (ROC) is the crowning conclusion of any motorsport year - will compete but the world's best racing drivers at the wheel of various vehicles in exciting head-to-head race against a backdrop of tens of thousands of excited motor racing fans. Legendary drivers such as Michael Schumacher, Sébastien Loeb, Tom Kristensen and Matthias Ekström participated in a competition in December 2008 at the KTM X-Bow Square.

Reason enough for the Austrians, a strictly limited special series of lightweight, purist sports car with the name "Race of Champions - ROC short - hang up. Several details on the draw only 30 copies limited special model: the exclusive paintwork in the ROC-design and a weight-saving Vollcarbon equipment, which, inter alia, a smooth racing underbody with front splitter and rear diffuser, but the body panels and wheel covers.

Particularly striking is also the carbon fiber monocoque with carbon Crashbox in sight, while the acoustically special sport exhaust system with a particularly rich sound convinced. It also equips the KTM X-Bow ROC specially painted with central-locking wheels, a train-and pressure-adjustable sports suspension stage, a removable multi-function steering wheel and adjustable pedals from.
For the drive of the KTM X-Bow ROC, a big 2.0 liter four cylinder TFSI Audi engine with gasoline direct injection, the 240 hp at 5,500 rpm and a maximum torque of 310 Nm with 2000 to 5500 revolutions mobilized. The engine-optimized application KTM, so the turbo-lag to a minimum and the response continues to improve.

Thus equipped, spurtet of the 785 kilogram lightweight KTM X-Bow ROC in just 3.9 seconds from standstill to 100 and ended his driving at 220 km / h. The average consumption per 100 kilometers, there KTM at 7.9 liters per 100 kilometers to. Rounding off the package of driving a manual six-speed transmission with differential lock.
To make contact with the asphalt in front aluminum wheels in 17 x 7.5 inch dimension with tires and 205/40 rear counterparts in 18 x 9.5 inches and tires in size 235/40 ago. In the wheels there is a high-performance braking system from Brembo with 4-piston Festsätteln and 305 millimeters wide, ventilated, slotted discs on the front axle and counterparts with 2-piston Festsätteln and 262 mm wide rear wheels.
The prize for the champions of the sports net is 69,980 euros, ie in Germany - including taxes - 83157.20 Euro demzufologe plus possible import taxes. The price also includes a helmet by Schuberth and an indoor cover as "pajamas" for the car.

Mercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG: the risks and effects of a V8

firliadi.autocars@gmail.com (autocars) — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 03:27:00 +0000

A sound, which becomes addicted: Before the drug SL 63 AMG protect - if ever - be price or small blemishes. It is available without prescription for 145,240 euros at the Mercedes dealer on risks and side effects read the following Fahrbericht.
At a time when we ask ourselves, what sound setting in most future electric motors and other alternative drives on our roads will ensure, with the picks Mercedes SL 63 AMG to the great shock in terms of engine noise from fossil fuels from the V8 in the 525 bhp Roadster grumbled, bubbles and roars so seductive that the Gasfuß completely independent and instinctively the exhaust concert highlights new conducts.

Sound with addictive potential

The Symphony in SL Minor, Opus 63 is addictive, and if you only have once accustomed, sounds nothing like before. The V8 roar of the mighty 6.3-liter AMG engine sounds when compared to other V8 engines such as would provide a first audiophile CD at an exclusive high-end Dolby surround system to hear (SL 63), and then in a portable CD player from the 80s with ausgeleierten loudspeaker membranes play (other V8).

Other risks and side effects of the drug SL 63 AMG: The price of 145,240 euro, which many people at risk before the drug SL 63 AMG retains. Who is susceptible to the drug, could be to protect against the addiction some flaws in mind. For example, plastic, aluminum where we expected and at first glance even suspected - for example on the flanks of the exclusive roadster. Here Zierblenden indicate with whom you are dealing with. "6.3 AMG" but to ordinary plastic. This also applies to the knob of the air conditioning inside the SL.

Passers: Surprised and excited

But that's also already broadly in line with dissuasive arguments. The maximum would be provided by a plastic bicycle helmet protected convince at the traffic light next to me in the pedals and when driving off-V8, the staccato of my nose rümpft. That is at any rate, what I think of him briefly in the interior mirror perceive, before he was strampelnder point disappears on the horizon.

Those who opposed pleasurably and without fear bicycle helmet mobile enjoys life as a pedestrian or the SL 63 AMG Sound meets, listens rather surprised to enthusiastic. That depends entirely on the previous experience: the most passersby are surprised that there is no such thing on public roads at all there. Few others are written on their faces that they are informed of the existence of such cars knew, but never with a direct encounter have expected.

But no matter: Who is the SL 63 gently away from the traffic lights anfährt, already attracts the attention. Who is also the volume control (or "accelerator" called) aufdreht (or "passage"), does this course even more.

From Airscarf wind up bulkhead

What is the drug SL 63 AMG still on? Exterior looks very sporty potent SL from. Formula 1 leaves greet the sight of the arrow-shaped front apron or the diffuser at the rear. Overall, a consistent mix with the wrinkled quoting the new design language of Mercedes. Inside enjoy the noble ambience driver (Example: leather and carbon), the highest level of comfort (eg Airscarf "called warm air from the head restraints) and sporty driving experience (Example: Exact adjustable seats with plenty of lateral support).

The exit and electrically retractable wind deflector ensures almost no wind at open driven 200 km / h and more. Only the right upper arm reported higher, but still tolerable breeze in the cockpit. Who still open to closed switch wants to do this by pressing a button in 16 seconds Lively.

New 7-speed automatic

Turn the pilot on the AMG paddle. But who for a while the automatic mode of the new 7-speed gearbox has enjoyed, can safely forgo the Paddelei. The automatic transmission, called "Speed Shift MCT" works thanks to multi-clutch technology, transducers, and thus freely without slippage or traction with minimal interruption and switching pauses. The Schaltmodi range from "comfort points" to "particularly sporty" and "manually". Depending on the automatic mode at certain speeds, the gear stage. And the more sporty the mode dial, the shorter the switching times down to 100 milliseconds. As I said: Of course, the course should select the SL 63 AMG is not truly his.

Also enjoyed the pilot of a three ESP, on the electronic damper system ABC (Active Body Control ") or the so-called steering parameters: the servo assistance depends on the speed driven. Motto: The faster, more streamlined. Furthermore, the SL 63 AMG for großgewachsene occupants and plenty of luggage or souvenirs from the tour Roadster: 339 liters summarizes the trunk when the roof was still open at 235 liters driving. And the trick: Even if the roof is stowed in the trunk, you have to be unchecked baggage - that is in such folding roof constructions a notable exception.

Addictive potential in the state

What is still on the drug SL 63 AMG has to say: A side effect is not as bad as feared. In the test with plenty of sound orgies from the two double tailpipes, alternating with a comfortable cruising the average consumption was just under 14 liters. For a car with this performance impressive: 525 hp (386 kW), a torque of 630 Nm at 5.200/min., 0 to 100 km / h in 4.6 s - all this way, with a cylinder capacity not 6,3, but exactly 6208 liters.

At 250 km / h is an end to the tunneling. Power over nothing, because of the addictive powerful SL 63 AMG in the state shortly after the jump. The idle mumbling announced that it is equal to what your ears will give the following sound experiences have far more than the first noise already promised.

Risks and side effects

Conclusion: Most of the risks and side effects of the SL 63 AMG will be happy to purchase. Exceptional purchase price. The preserves most of us before this addiction. Happy Few, however, can the 145,240 euro is not deterred, and then they fail completely as antidotes.

Audi R8 V10 test - Bavarian bull cravings

firliadi.autocars@gmail.com (autocars) — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 03:18:00 +0000

Car presentations are usually more delicate events. However, if a car like the Audi R8 V10 at the private Ascari Race Resort can be tested, I would like to have the knee wundschrubben to be allowed to be. I had been to many race tracks, Ascari, for me, but still something special. The knee is still healing - and the ten-cylinder engine, I also had no long experience in Marbella begging.
Before we are ecstatic ears against the ten-cylinder stretch, but first we have his name opposite: Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro. Hey, there could be equal to the new Federal Minister of Economics purely set. Its name is similar to many knitted and without emotion. Incidentally, could Karl Theodor Maria Nikolaus Johann Jacob Philipp Franz Joseph Sylvester Freiherr von und zu Guttenberg with the purchase of the new company to boost the economy. Man wants to be modeled.

Heard the study nor the elegant name "Audi R8 LeMans", there is the pure street model of sobriety. His big brother can be heard saying during his race to: Lamborghini Gallardo. Rrrrrr - it has class. But in naming, the Germans were never particularly carmakers creative, but they shone with even more attention to detail.

A special needs detail view of the observer, the differences on his weaker brother V8 evident. Among others are the Sideblades for cooling the engine and the rear brakes to be issued and carry an extra edge. The skirts are also much wider formed the vent grille on the rear window in matt aluminum optic kept.

A feast for the eyes with a V10 FSI engine

Special feast for the eyes is known by a large rear window is V10 FSI engine. Like a painting, the R8 to the viewer's innermost price - in conjunction with the staging Coming-/Leaving-Home-Funktion six LED lights on its technical beauty.

The R8 V10 serially assembled LED headlights bring unexpected lightness to the streets. With a color temperature of 6,000 Kelvin rich, the headlights give an almost taghelles light. It protects the eyes and the wallet, the LEDs will be an almost unlimited lifetime record. However, this seemed to just light a few passers in Marbella properly blinded. The daytime running lights dynamically shaped bundles 24 LEDs in a continuous band.

At the rear of the R8 5.2 FSI quattro dominates high-gloss black. Also the housing of the tail are dark colored - LEDs in tubenförmigen bodies assembled here to create a three-dimensional photograph. The rear air vents also contribute only two Querstege and the exhaust system runs in two powerful, oval tailpipes made. The fully clad underbody flows into a wide-towed to the top diffuser, the rear spoiler runs at 100 km / h from itself. Its inner part is designed so that it is in idle state heat from the exhaust area is derived.

The interior - Audi typical demure, yet sporty

The spacious interior is typical Audi sober and tidy. He looks sporty and offers as an unobtrusive hint of luxury. One encouraging trend is the front of the circuit-mounted MMI operating system. This allows the system to act much more comfortable. Who the racy tone of the tail times entfliegen want is with the Bang & Olufsen sound system operated perfectly.

Pedals, shift paddles, footrests, and skirts are all in aluminum-held optics. The interior can be as individually, for example, with carbon-optics and Alcantara sport seats equipped. In addition, adjustable bucket seats available on the Audi exclusive. Dealing with baggage is similar to a Porsche. 100 liters fit under the bonnet, another 90 liters can easily behind the seats are stowed. Even two golf bags will fit in here.

The horizontal tear-proof cars as a

But enough of them. But we started trying the aggregate. Barely awake, make me the hair on the neck. The sound of a ten-cylinder, even if it by cutting a little subdued, therefore, is simply wonderful unmistakable. Even the leaves start to straighten the neck hairs. Whether the sound now is better than the V8, was open to question. The robust sound of a grumpy Eight cylinder just brings a smile to the lips of a man.

We press the accelerator but to where it feels most comfortable: directly into the floor panel. With full and loud yowl of the R8 is in motion. Just 3.9 seconds pass in the sprint from 0 to 100, another 8.1 seconds to pass before the 200 is cracked. Tears of joy to escape the eyes of angles. There will, of course, Arnie Gouvernator for child and whistles on Mattel Barbie Ken's blunt Cadillac. The tears do not linger long, because the R8 Ballermann moves so well that all the tears just before the ears are dried within seconds. A genuine racing car only allows a horizontal tear.

The values of a super athlete - 5.2 liters - 525 hp - 316 km / h

The powerful engine capacity of 5.2 liters 386kW/525 brings tremendous horsepower to the road. Per liter displacement means 100.9 horsepower. The FSI direct injection in 6500, there rpm satte 530 nm to the tires on. Only when the speed 316 km / h is the super athlete from the breath. Of course, the means of quattro all-wheel drive in the crushed asphalt. This is, however, stressed hecklastig designed. Nevertheless, this provides for optimal progress and also gives the less experienced enough fodder natures, without just around the next tree to wrap.

The V10 engine has a cylinder angle of 90 ° the lowest possible priority. The complete engine weighs only 258 kilograms, only 31 kilos more than the V8. The power to weight ratio of 1,620-kilogram high-performance sports car is 3.09 pounds per hp. The V8 drag compared 3.8 kg / hp with it. The axle load distribution is a mid-engine sports optimum axle load distribution of 44 to 56 percent.

The switching between the versions tastes. The R-Tronic switch in manual mode switching paddles extremely tough and gruff. The six-speed manual transmission is in my eyes the better choice, it gives the driver more feel in control. However annoying after some time - initially perceived as a particularly cool - metal Klacker insert the aisles. However, the Divine Zwischengassound the return of the R-Tronic. The "Launch Control", both in the switch as well as in the R-Tronic integrated, it catapults the R8 like lossprinten.

Again, totally come next is the automatic mode in everyday traffic. Much too slow to respond to the automatic unequivocal "I want to overtake, so now kindly scolded and put rubber down, you play" commands. In fact, here may be personal taste decide. Both variations have their charm.

Ascari Race Resort - Trip to the Racetrack

Unfortunately, it is believed the Spanish weather on this day not quite so well with us. A cat-and-mouse game between sunshine and rain clouds, spoils one's mood, the R8 really extended. Particularly galling is that, because the mountainous areas towards Rhonda fun bring. But even on wet roads capable of Audi, thanks to its quattro drive, with its excellent traction advantages, inspiring.

Finally arrived in consecrated Ascari Race Resort, which has been of two Formula 1 World Champion Fernando Alonso as one of the most challenging routes in the world was knighted, the pulse rises. Only a few minutes. Helmet set. Electronics via a long press of a button disable. The man with the flag, he should finally give the go. And they're there. I give full throttle. The R8 briefly scrubbing with all four 19 Zöller on the damp asphalt. No sooner he gets Grip, obsessed as he pulls away.

I am leaving the switch, play the gear shift with the gas. The tunnels flood chen exactly pure. Harkt Nothing, nothing moves. This raises confidence and the more focused view of the racetrack. By pressing the "magnetic ride" button changes the gear in the tight sports mode. After the first round it is prudent now even faster. More and more I try to explore boundaries of R8. The optional ceramic brakes leave me every braking point inexorably feel so hard to pack them.

The Audi R8 V10 shows its good-natured side

At a starting tight curve it caught me almost. I Kuppler too late, the rear end threatens to wet the surface being. But hardly sits the corridor, already is in the gentle Powerslide around the curve. Herrlich, how easy the car around the curve drifts. No question, this would have me driving in a Porsche GT2 equally strong a friendly Dreher tasted the grass - and the applause of colleagues gloating about equal. The R8, but can be carefully re-capture, provided you keep the peace and respond quickly.

Lamborghini Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce: The new king of the bulls

firliadi.autocars@gmail.com (autocars) — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 03:05:00 +0000

Lamborghini goes further into the extremes and presents the Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce the new king of the bulls: even stronger, is lighter and faster. With the increase to 670 hp power of 6.5 liters huge V12 engine and a weight of 100 kilograms reached the Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce a performance weight of only 2.3 kilograms per hp. This catapulted the classy Italians in just 3.2 seconds from standstill to 100 and reaches a top speed of 342 km / h. Due to its design shows clearly sharpened each copy to 350 copies of this limited series of potential at first glance.
Design and Aerodynamics

The Murciélago is a icon of the Lamborghini brand represents - a sporting device of Martial character and brutal force. Its unique design emits a unique form: broad, low, with much attention to the front cabin and a long, tense back. But even this character can still sharpen. This already shows the first impression of the completely redesigned front end.

The far-forward and pulled in matt black carbon spoiler is executed by two vertical bars with the front end connected. The large air intakes for the front brakes are more stressed, while the makers of the new front fenders for additional air brakes bleed placed. As the side skirts, painted Lamborghini Anströmöffnung for the oil cooler in the sill area of the driver's side in Matt Black.

Even more significant are the modifications to the engine compartment of the powerful Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce. That's what the twelve-cylinder with a transparent engine hood in a completely new architecture: Hexagonal plastic sheets are made of transparent polycarbonate in three stages in a frame made of carbon used. For the thermal health of the high-performance engine continued to comb the Lamborghini to the rear open.

The impressive rear of the Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce is dominated by a truly impressive, flat and very wide of the tailpipe exhaust system, and at the bottom of a two-diffuser system, which is completely in carbon fiber is manufactured. The tail lights with their lights in the Y-shape, since the Murciélago LP 640, Reventón Gallardo LP 560-4, and notes the Lamborghini design belongs.

Carbon is also the aperture between the lights. Below covers a large mesh venting from the rear, the Italians in the thick-walled aluminum exported - the hexagonal patterns are laser cut, a Teflon coating provides the necessary heat.
Completely re-designed the aerodynamics of the Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce. In addition to the enlarged front and dual rear diffuser, the fixed rear spoiler an important role to play. The customer has the choice between two versions: In the small rear spoiler to improve the contact pressure at high speeds.

Alternatively, the "Aeropack Wing" mounted. It is a large, fixed carbon-fiber wing on two carbon fiber supports. The new aerodynamic benefits directional stability at high speeds significantly. With the small standard rear wing is the maximum speed of 342 km / h, with the big "Aeropack Wing" and the additional down force, it is 337 km / h top.

Bodywork and lightweight

The Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce emerged in lightweight construction. Thus, the structure of Lamborghini super sports car - like a race car - in a mixed design of high-strength carbon fiber parts and a steel tube frame. Central tunnel and floor are made of carbon, bonded and riveted to the steel frame. The roof and the Türaußenseiten is formed from sheet steel. The rest of the shell consists of carbon fiber composite material.

Through a new, high-strength steel for the pipes and a recalculation, Lamborghini achieved two goals: It is the torsional rigidity of the chassis by 12 percent, resulting in an even more precise driving sprübar makes. On the other hand, the Italians were the weight by 20 kilograms costs.

Consistent lightweight construction also runs through the entire body, the fenders, the rear side panels and the perimeter of the third stop in a modified carbon-fiber material - together with the removal of the drive for the movable spoiler brings another 13 kilogram reduction. Among the 33 kilogram weight reduction from the chassis and add exterior, 34 kilograms from the interior, and a further 33 kilograms, in the engine and drivetrain have been saved.

Engine and transmission

The longitudinally-built V12 engine with 6.5 liter engine with 670 horsepower delivers an even more times to 30 hp more power than the Murciélago LP 640th The enormous torque of 660 Nm, the twelve-cylinder lift at 6500 rpm at the crankshaft, while the rated power at 8,000 rpm is applied. If the engine requires more cooling air, drive stacks from the rear roof pillars, in sleep, they are flush in the body integrated.
A dry-sump lubrication allows the V12 in favor of the dynamic handling extremely deep must be installed. Furthermore, the dry sump lubrication also in extreme situations, vehicle dynamics a secure oil supply. The oil cooler sits in the left flank and wagon through the opening in the side sills with air.

A weight loss of over 26 kilograms in the area of the engine was mainly due to the completely new exhaust system. The silencer has been re-designed and even the powerful tailpipes of the Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce thanks to new materials is easier than the Murciélago LP 640th Above all, however, the new exhaust system for an acoustic experience that the vehicle in no way should be.
Mass is the Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce the sequential automated gearbox e.gear, in which an electric hydraulic gear shift, the extremely fast and smooth worried. A display in the cockpit informs the driver via the gear used. In addition to a special "Corsa" mode, there is a "Low Adherence" (low adhesion)-mode. Alternatively, and at no extra charge, the Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce with a manual six-speed available.

All-wheel drive and chassis

His extreme force brings the Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce on a permanent four-wheel drive on the street. Before the rear wheels durchdrehen, sends the Visco clutch on an additional wave of up to 35 percent of the moments at the front axle. With its four driven wheels and the improved traction of the Murciélago secures the throttle at the end of a curve, the decisive advantage over rear-driven sports cars. 58 percent of its total weight is on the rear axle - a distribution which is very favorable to the traction effect.

Prior obstacles, such as garage entrances, you can watch the front car with the standard lift system to raise by 45 millimeters. The Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce to pay the special forged aluminum lightweight wheels "Ares", designed in an exclusive five double-spoke design. The front tires are 245/35 the format, the dimension of the rear 335/30. Especially handy sport type tires Pirelli P Zero Corsa is standard.

Four-wheel brakes, from a high-tech ABS controlled, if necessary, provide for a delay with extreme violence. The carbon-ceramic brakes are larger channels in the body from cooling airstream coated, openings in the front fenders make the Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce for additional ventilation. In addition, the ceramic discs easier to remain free from fading and achieve high mileage.
Interior and Equipment

The upward opening doors - a solution that Lamborghini early 1970s for the legendary Countach developed - can unlock the door to small, swinging wide and open view of the sumptuous interiors of the Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce. The interior is dominated, as well as carbon fiber and Alcantara create an equally high quality as sporty puristic ambience.

Sport bucket seats with a particularly intensive support in the hip and shoulder area, there are ex works. The seat shells made from lighter and Lamborghini stable carbon. As an option, the standard of the Murciélago seats available at no extra charge.
In black Alcantara microfibre Lamborghini covered the seats, the cockpit and the inner sky. Optical shows the mesh refinement in the Y-pattern seats and sky, here is a second material in the color of the exterior paintwork untergelegt. Of course, the interior also provides its contribution to weight loss: How are the carbon Türinnenseiten disguises, as well as the broad resources tunnel.

The use of Alcantara leather instead saves further weight, as well as the choice of the sports bucket seats, or the waiver of the radio-navigation system (available on special request). Finally, the music of the Murciélagos in the engine. Overall, the changes in the cockpit of more than 34 kilograms of "diet" of the Murciélago LP SuperVeloce at 670-4.

Available is the Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce in the paint colors "Giallo Orion, Arancio Atlas," "Bianco Isis, Grigio Telesto," Nero Aldebaran, "to" Bianco Canopus (matt white) and "Nero Nemesis ( Matt Black).

Aston Martin DBS Volante: Die 307 km/h schnelle V12-Offenbarung

firliadi.autocars@gmail.com (autocars) — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 02:56:00 +0000

The Aston Martin DBS already offers pure performance like in a street racing approved. Between the elegant DB9 and the racing DBR9 located, is now with the DBS Volante, the ultimate open-air experience added. The open version of the 517 bhp and over 300 km / h fast sports car celebrates its world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show (05.03.2009 - 15.03.2009) and is from the third quarter of 2009 on the market.

Design: Muscular packed elegance

Aston Martin describes the term "Volante" as "with a slight movement speed." Even visually, the DBS Volante wrapped his muscular sports genes. The 2 +2- seater stands out liquid, but hard lines. No question, the new DBS Volante is elegant, but the front with large air intakes, additional air ducts for cooling of the brakes as well as sophisticated sideskirts already indicate suggests that the Aston Martin DBS Volante an aerodynamically optimized power package with high performance.

Air vents in the bonnet ensure a more efficient engine and emphasize the athletic appearance. A flat underbody, into the integrated rear spoiler and a rear diffuser, the two exhaust tailpipes of the sports facility is home to reduce the boost and optimize the aerodynamics in addition. The fabric hood keeps the silhouette of the coupe, and nearly disappears at speeds up to 48 km / h electrically by pressing a button in just 14 seconds nearly invisible in the coverage.

Although the British to achieve a higher stiffness to the aluminum frame reinforced, weighs the 4721 meters long, with mirrors 2060-meter wide and 1280 meters high, Aston Martin DBS Volante only 1,810 kilograms. Thanks to lightweight construction and the experience gained in motorsports to slimming, it is only 115 kilograms more than the Coupé (1,695 kilograms). How come when Volante, inter alia, a bonnet, a trunk lid, a diffuser and front wing made of carbon are used.

Power: 517 bhp V12 power

Under the hood of the Aston Martin DBS Volante is proposing a large 6.0 liter V12 engine with 517 hp at 6,500 rpm. The maximum torque of 570 Nm is located at 5750 U / min. With this power source that the DBS Volante sprint in 4.3 seconds from standstill to 100 and ended only when his driving 307 km / h. From 1.500 tours are already 85 percent of the maximum torque available.

The transmission is via a manual 6-speed gearbox, while a power differential, the better to the road transfer. Optional is an automatic 6-speed Touch Tronic available, via the switch on the steering wheel paddles operate it. The push-button activated "Sport" mode and responds even more directly with the best focus on the accelerator pedal, to get the maximum out of it and also the sound of the sport exhaust system to show.

Chassis: From sporty and comfortable to streamline track mode

The chassis adapts itself thanks to an adaptive damper system (ADS) quickly the condition of the roadway and the driving style in order to increase the comfort, but the sporty character is still maintained. It was the driver the option of different damper settings to choose. For use on the racetrack Aston Martin has developed a "track" mode with a very tight vote.

Contact with the asphalt keep wheels in the dimensions 8.5 x20-inch (front axle) with tires in size 245/35 and 11x19-inch (rear) with 295/30er-Breitreifen. Optionally, there is even lighter in the 20-inch 10-spoke design with a silver or graphite-colored finish, the passing and handling by reduced masses continue to improve.

In the wheels there is a carbon-ceramic brakes, which also intensified the burdens race-pace relaxed journeys, remain free from corrosion and 12.5 kg of weight compared to a conventional braking system should be saved: Six piston front and four piston rear grab the slices involved in the front axle 398 millimeters in diameter and the rear 360 millimeters.

In addition, the driver a dynamic stability control (DSC) in the standard mode is activated. After the DSC button for two seconds pressed, switches the system to "track" mode, so that the control only very late in and the driver continued to limit his herantasten can. Completely switch off the stability control by pressing the button for four seconds. An anti-lock braking system (ABS), electronic brake force distribution (EBD), a brake assistant (EBA) and traction control round out the measures.

Interior: Luxury with extensive facilities

While the Aston Martin DBS Coupe as a pure two-seater was designed, it is the Volante is a 2 +2- seater. On the rear seats can be found, for example, children or additional luggage space. Inside, meanwhile, dominated the finest leather and aluminum applications. For an additional charge, there is also a trim in "Piano Black". The door handles are made of carbon, in order to save additional weight and Fußteppiche picked up from the makers of an extra light fiber, so that again a few kilograms could be saved.

The sport seats with memory function can be electrically adjusting and are equipped with a seat which. The well-being on board also enrich inter alia, climate control, an onboard computer, a disk-navigation system, a heated and electrically adjustable exterior mirrors. An alarm system, an immobilizer and a tire pressure monitoring system are other features dar. The parking at the front and rear is just as standard as the wind deflector.

For entertainment, the factory makes extra for Aston Martin Audio System developed specifically for the concerted Volante "BeoSound DBS by Bang & Olufsen with 13 speakers, an integrated Apple iPod connector and a USB interface for playback of MP3, WMA and WAF files. In the list of options such as personalized Einstiegsleisten, an ashtray, a cigarette lighter, an advanced alarm system and an interior mirror abblendbarer.

Motorsports atmosphere provides the aluminum pedals, the driver will certainly force will occur. For safety in driver and passenger front airbags and side airbags and emergency extendable rollover bar, which are located in the rear scoops behind the hide.

RUF Dakara: If the Porsche Cayenne with 911er ...

firliadi.autocars@gmail.com (autocars) — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 02:51:00 +0000

Now there is of the new RUF Dakara an off-road athlete, his muscles can really play. Based on the development of the Porsche Cayenne Turbo V8 engine of Dakaras full 600 hp at 6,000 tours and breathtaking torque of 890 Nm at 3,000 rpm input. To accelerate the ship from the thick stand in just 4.8 seconds to 100 km / h. Not least because of the design of the Dakaras, RUF is able to fulfill the requirements for an "Ultimate High Luxury SUV 'needs.

Even the headlights of the Porsche 911 RUF Dakara give the face a sports car, while the fenders issued with the 22-inch wheels in a 5-spoke design the SUV appear to be powerful. A powerful front apron with large air intakes, points to the power under the hood out. Other details, such as the ventilation slots at the end of the bonnet, reminiscent of Elfer models.

Not less athletic are the new side sills and linings are also massive rear bumper with a diffuser. Remarkable are also the air next to the rear and the opulent rear spoiler, the required downforce for the brawny power of the package provides. His spot will be the RUF Dakara rather than on the road in the terrain can be found. To fit the makers, the chassis and the brakes to the high requirements.

The interior is marked by a blue footwell lighting, and a two-tone leather upholstery, the finest materials and a new seat design that. A high-end multimedia system with TV, Internet access and CD-/DVD-Wechsler meets the highest technical standards. To the metropolitan area around the eye not to lose, such as during parking, the RUF Dakara equips the front and rear cameras.

BMW Alpina B7 Biturbo: A symbiosis of luxury and sportiness

firliadi.autocars@gmail.com (autocars) — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 02:44:00 +0000

With the new BMW Alpina B7 Alpina Biturbo presents its fourth generation on the basis of the BMW 7 series. With prominent predecessors, such as the B12 6.0 and B7, ALPINA continued in the past standards in the luxury class. New and interpreted in all respects in accordance with time, combines the powerful 507 hp Biturbo B7 exclusivity, comfort and sportiness.

Design: Stylish and evolutionary in detail

Dynamic, graceful and powerful at the same time, the BMW Alpina B7 Biturbo. The typical Alpina front integrated true to the motto "Form Follows Function" for the fresh air supply from the divested Hauptkühlpaket gear and engine oil cooler. Clearly aerodynamically oriented interests follows the shape of the front and rear spoilers, the lift at the front and rear axle by more than 30 percent or 15 percent. Left and right lead twin tailpipes of the exhaust system seamlessly into the flow-optimized rear and are a testimony to the potency of B7 Biturbo.

Significantly influence the design of the new 21-inch wheels in Design "Alpina Classic. The three-dimensional momentum of a turbine-like spokes design leads the 20-spoke wheels from the middle to the rim, in whose area the spokes connecting surfaces are frontkopiert. Thus, depending on the perspective of the viewer, light and speed, a constantly changing appearance of these classic bikes.

Drive: First class in performance and consumption

The Bi-Turbo model name now adorns the rear of the new big BMW Alpina sedan and promises to the predecessor models, an even more powerful, high torque at the same time, lower power consumption. At the top, draws the V8 engine with a cylinder capacity 4395 cc power of 507 hp rich in moderate 5,500 rpm and a maximum torque of 700 Nm, between 3,000 4,750 rpm is applied.

The BMW ALPINA B7 Biturbo accelerates effortlessly from low speeds is already sovereign. So the B7 Biturbo sprint in just 4.7 seconds from standstill to 100, then with vehement push the electronically limited top speed of 280 km / h to reach. A new exhaust system made of stainless steel, with two polished twin tailpipes leads, delivers the deep sonorous Alpina known, but not intrusive V8 sound.

The engine with gasoline direct injection, the exhaust emission standard EU5 fulfilled, confident in the high power output with relatively low consumption: 11.9 liters per 100 kilometers, which corresponds to a CO2 emission of 286 g / km.

Power is the automatic 6-speed Switch-Tronic by Alpina and offers the driver - thanks to sport and manual mode - a switching characteristics for every taste. In particular, in manual mode, in which the driver via buttons on the steering wheel back even switching events conducted, should the gearbox zugunterbrechungsfreie switching operations in a few hundred milliseconds to prove what those of a double-clutch gearbox in no way stand.

Even if the full torque of the BMW Alpina B7 Biturbo much reason to hurry nature rarely adjoins the lush dimensioned high-performance braking system with ventilated brake discs and a diameter of 374 millimeters in front and 370 millimeters rear allow delay values at the level of pure sports cars.

Chassis impressively versatile

Long gone is the time to the "hardness sporting" a vaunted suspension properties. Still shows that a clear interpretation on a clearly neutral driving the best of what is technically feasible represents. This is supported by the at the front axle by 15 millimeters and the rear axle by 10 millimeters deeper lying body with a correspondingly shorter and in their characteristic re-tuned springs realized.

Together with the 21 inch wheel / tire combination to succeed in a sensitive, direct-acting chassis tuning, the hardness of a pure sport lacks votes while the agile handling of a middle-class sports sedan provides. The lightweight rims Alpina chose targeted front 8.56 x 21 inches with tires in size 245/35 and rear in 10 x 21 inches and tires of the dimension 285/30. The compound of Michelin Tires waives Runflat technology and uses a subtle vote komfortfördernden the finesse of a conventional tire.

The standard chassis with electronic damping control of a dynamic and active roll stabilization allows the driver driving through the setting of the switch chassis in three stages: Comfort, Normal and Sport. Those aware of a concerted and significant spread of the driver resolvable setting the damper and the roll stabilization is associated with a change of all the driving dynamics influencing parameters, such as Steering, and load Gaspedalkennlinie shock attenuation.

The BMW ALPINA B7 Bi-Turbo offers the driver a high degree of versatility and supplies for the long-desired comfort as well as for roads expected sportsmanship and a high degree of enjoyment. Even the exploration of the border area is particularly experienced drivers do not deny: the "sport plus" setting will automatically turn the systems into an enlarged DSC mode called Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), the more slip on the drive wheels and a subsequent intervention of the control systems possible.

Luxurious interior noble in detail

When you start taking immediately the blue-lit bar in the initial design Alpina true. The steering wheel with a diameter of 385 millimeters, with the finest, griffsympathischem Lavalina leather by hand. In view of the driver shows with blue dials and red pointers-equipped instrument in combi-LCD technology is always the most important information.
The classic Alpina-precious equipment in myrtle, an exclusive root burl from the genus of the laurel plants, exclusively on the Pacific coast of the United States occurs, provides warm ambience. New, available for a surcharge piano bars in the interior with silver diamond applications offer a modern alternative.

Discreet Alpina emblems adorn metal while the comfort seats with leather upholstery, which in the extensive standard equipment as well as the metallic coating or a navigation system with Bluetooth mobile phone preparation may not be missing. The engine bears the signature of Alpina tidy and presents itself with a newly designed engine cover.

Lamborghini Murciélago LP 650-4 Roadster: Extravagant Special Edition

firliadi.autocars@gmail.com (autocars) — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 02:38:00 +0000

With the new Lamborghini Murciélago LP 650-4 Roadster is one of the most intriguing super sports now in a limited edition of 50 units of Special Edition. As the name suggests, gets the Murciélago LP 650-4 Roadster big a 6.5 liter V12 engine with a 10 hp to 650 hp increase in engine power, the special model reserved. The maximum torque is 660 Nm enormous. The "4" in the model designation is moving to the permanent four-wheel drive.

With this power equipped, catapulted the exclusive roadster in just 3.4 seconds from standstill to pace 100th The jacking of the special model ends at a maximum speed of 330 km / h. Serially equips the Lamborghini Murciélago LP 650-4 Roadster with sequential e.gear circuit using one of the electric hydraulic gear change extremely fast and smooth worried.

The vehicles of the limited Special Edition will be in the gray hue "Grigio Telesto" painted, combined with a bright orange "Arancio LP650-4" on front and side skirts. The car mounted on the "LP 650-4" logo has increased while the power out. Special features are also the braking also painted orange and the transparent engine cover, which the powerful V12 engine behind the driver in the scene represents.

In the interior falls apart over the exterior color scheme of gray-orange "asymmetrically-designed the instrument panel into the eye on the driver's side panels are in" Alcantara Nera "draped on the side of the copilot dominated thin, black leather in" Nero Perseus ".

Abt Audi AS5-R: Strong as a super sports car

firliadi.autocars@gmail.com (autocars) — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 02:35:00 +0000

The sporting spirit of the Audi A5 coupe abbot awoke in the summer of 2007 and presented a dynamic Nobly athlete with an extravagant look. Now comes the coronation with the AS5-R, with the power of a true super sports car is equipped. By changing the engine management and a compressor increases the power to 510 PS breathtaking.

Thus equipped, accelerates the Audi Abt AS5-R in just 4.5 seconds from standstill to 100 km / h and moves by force up to a maximum speed of 292 km / h. Despite this enormous power consumption will increase and thus also the pollutant emissions on the series level. The CO2 emissions per horsepower therefore fall from 0.81 to 0.56 g / km, ergo, the entire CO2 emissions of the Abt AS5-R total of 287 g / km, in the series are 288 g / km in the Audi S5 .

The new suit fits like a glove: During the modified front spoiler and the grille, the distinctive game to fog stresses outline fender vents kiemenförmige Stakes and the flanks of the Abt Audi AS5-R. The well-rear in diffuser optics shows while with the 4-pipe rear silencer that wheeled model athlete is more than "just" a nice car.

As a complement, there is Abt Sportsline of the so-called BR-rim in 20 inch. In the wheel hides an enormous force on the braking system tuned with 380 millimeter disc diameter. A coilover suspension also helps the performance potential on the road to bring.

Mercedes-Benz AMG SLS: A legend returns as a super sports car back

firliadi.autocars@gmail.com (autocars) — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 02:29:00 +0000

With the Mercedes-Benz AMG SLS sees a new super sports car the light of the world. It is the first vehicle developed independently of the performance brand of Mercedes-Benz. The SLS is the myth of the legendary Mercedes-Benz 300 SL from the 1950s to revive, as the legendary Ur-father of the SL-series is. Special features were the characteristic wing doors, the two power domes on the long bonnet and the gill-like air in the front fenders and we may be curious as to how this classic AMG features the SLS at the present time interpreted.

While the optics are not yet much to be seen, the first technical details now known. Already the Technology Package makes the ears sit up with excitement: aluminum spaceframe body with wing doors, a big 6.3 liter V8 with a front mid-engine 571 hp, a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox in the transaxle arrangement and a sport suspension. The ideal weight distribution of 48 to 52 percent between the front and rear axle and the vehicle deep emphasis emphasize the uncompromising sports car concept further.

The design and development phase for the new super sports car launched in the last quarter of 2006. By the end of 2009, the vehicle testing will be completed. In spring 2010, the reinterpretation of the legendary Flügeltürers finally celebrate their launch.
Consequently, thanks to lightweight aluminum

The radical design of highly talented as driving super sports cars with wide and deep placed behind the front mid-engine provides the same proportions as the lightweight optimized bodyshell concept: presenting the first Mercedes-Benz and AMG is a car with the chassis and body are made of aluminum. This provides over traditional steel construction for a significant weight savings, as a glance at the desired DIN unladen weight of 1,620 kg without driver shows.

The completely newly developed carcass consists of an aluminum spaceframe. This exclusive design combines light weight with high strength, an uncompromising driving dynamics possible. Of course meets the aluminum space frame with all the requirements in terms of passive safety. Despite the low seating position allow the far-sih-opening doors provide convenient entry and exit.

Further developed AMG 6.3-liter V8 engine with 571 hp

The refined 6.3-liter V8 engine from AMG implements a maximum 571 hp at 6,800 rpm. In conjunction with its low vehicle weight is calculated as a power weight of 2.84 kilograms / horsepower. The maximum torque of 650 Nm achieved the eight-cylinder naturally aspirated engine at 4750 rpm. From 0 to 100 km / h accelerates the Hinged doors in just 3.8 seconds and finished his jacking expected only at 315 km / h. The intern called M159 High Speed V8 engine with an engine capacity of 6208 cc was compared with the M156-based engine completely revised.

Complex catalyst technology enables the performance of current and future exhaust emissions limits such as EU 5, LEV 2 and ULEV. Thanks to selective use of efficiency measures, the combined fuel consumption of the Mercedes-Benz AMG SLS is expected at around 13 liters Super Plus per 100 kilometers lie.

The most important measures to improve performance are a new intake manifold, the revision of the valve train and camshaft, the use of flow-optimized Stahlrohrfächerkrümmer dethrottling and the exhaust system dar. This approach has significantly improved cylinder filling reached, which causes an increase in performance.

The eight-cylinder to be agile to respond and pedal movements over the entire rpm range a more joy show strong rotation. With the shift to a dry sump lubrication maker reached a significantly lower position of the engine fitted in the vehicle. The resulting lowering of the vehicle gravity allows high transverse and strong driving dynamics.

Double-clutch gearbox in the transaxle arrangement

His exuberant strength of the V8 engine on a lightweight carbon driveshaft to the rear axle forward - similar to the C-Class DTM Renntourenwagen. The gear has its place in the rear axle (transaxle principle) and is about a so-called "Torque Tube" is fixed to the motor housing. The Torque Tube (Engl. "Torque = Torque," Tube "tube =) rotates a carbon shaft with engine speed. The advantages of this costly solution is the rigid connection between engine and gearbox and the optimum support of the emerging forces and moments.

For the transmission is a new dual-clutch gearbox with seven gears responsibility. The transmission is characterized by fast switching operations without interruption of tractive force. The drivers are four different Fahrprogramme of extremely comfortable to sporty and a Race Start function. Optimum traction while allowing the mechanical, in the compact gearbox integrated differential lock.

The chosen solution plus front mid-engine Transaxle layout provides an ideal weight distribution of 48 percent front to 52 percent rear. Through the installation position of the engine behind the front axle are the best conditions for a perfect driving dynamics with precise Einlenkverhalten, agility class, low inertia in the direction of spontaneous changes and excellent traction given. As standard, the Hinged door on a 3-stage ESP. The driver can also touch the three modes: "ESP On", "ESP Sport" and "ESP Off" is available.

In "ESP On" is specified when starting an unstable driving braking intervention at one or more wheels and a withdrawal of the engine torque. In "ESP Sport" allow the over-or under control interventions as well as the accompanying engine torque intervention higher driving conditions, such as the drift angle. Is "ESP Off" is activated, driving, no interference.

Ceramic composite brakes, and weight-optimized wheel

Shortest stopping distances even with the enormous burden promises high-performance braking system in composite technology. Optionally, there is a ceramic-composite brake system with larger dimensioned brake discs, for less unsprung masses and more braking performance guarantee. The ceramic brake discs are due to their higher hardness on an even higher temperature and also bribe her by about 40 percent lower weight.

Lightweight stand even with the wheels in Focus: Weight-optimized AMG light-alloy wheels in 9.5 x 19 inch front and 11.0 x 20 inch rear reduce unsprung mass and improve driving dynamics and suspension comfort. Exclusively developed for the AMG tires 265/35 R 19 (front) and 295/30 R 20 (rear) while ensuring the best grip.

Lexmaul Opel GT Stage 4: Porsche Boxster is Punshing Ball

firliadi.autocars@gmail.com (autocars) — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 14:00:00 +0000

Love Zuffenhausen give finely eight, the Sydney have spawned a competitor. This is the basis of the two-seater as the Opel GT is, but really only came into force Rödermark by tuner Lexmaul under the long hood. The horror of all the Porsche Boxster is now with the 4-Stage Lexmaul performance enhancers available.

The performance of the Lexmaul Opel GT Stage 4 after the procedure is superior. Under the hood lurks then attacked lustige 350 hp, with a wave of torque to 500 Nm in front hertreiben. Thus the Roadster sprints from Lexmaul in 5.4 seconds to 100 and reaches a top speed of over 253 km / h. Thus, the Boxster on the highway to Punshing-ball for the significantly lower elementary athletes.

Just for comparison: the new Porsche Boxster is required for the sprint from 0 to 100 km / h 5.9 seconds total. The classic sprint moves the Lexmaul Opel GT Stage 4 at the level of biting Boxster S, the pace of 100 to 5.3 seconds passed.

On the package of Lexmaul addition of software modification using PPC system to a new turbocharger, a larger intercooler, 3 inch Downpipe with large Sportkat and a MAP kit. Enhanced oil and water hoses complete the set. Using the PPC device can be operated with a push of a button on the diagnosis of a new software interface to the engine controller to play. The rear armor, or an update of the software works just as easy.

Customers who already have a 1-stage increase in performance from standard 264 hp to 312 hp on the PPC-system was performed, however, can be 650 euros on the Stage 4-the price of 3999 Euro sparen. Since these customers already in possession of the programming device, is there only a software update for the new engine peripherals needed.

In order for the newly configured engine's full performance potential, is a stainless steel sport exhaust system with two tailpipes at the price 599 euros required. The robust, not too intrusive sound of Lexmaul sport exhaust system knows to convince a sonorous sound in a stationary position, robust sound when accelerating and comfortable restraint of constant travel speed.

Without the everyday practicality to give Lexmaul takes 279 Euro for the Opel GT with lowering springs 25 millimeters closer to the asphalt, resulting in handling and optics makes a positive impact. The suspension characteristics ensures good traction and leads, combined with reduced curl and a high dynamic load capacity to a total well-balanced handling.

TechArt Porsche Cayenne Diesel: The self-ignition of the spark jumps over

firliadi.autocars@gmail.com (autocars) — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 14:00:00 +0000

Porsche's new ground and transplanted in a Cayenne V6 turbo-diesel for his campaign to reduce the fuel consumption consistently continue. The new model has these days on the market and already presents Porsche tuner TechArt at the Geneva Motor Show (05.03.2009 - 15.03.2009) the individual performance for the new drive.

The individualisation of TechArt program emphasizes the character of the SUVs. To characterize elegance and sporty dynamics of the striking appearance with the TechArt Aerokit I equipped self igniter. Demonstrated strength and rapidity of the refined diesel Cayenne by agile design of the new front spoiler with an integrated headlight unit.

Aerodynamic side skirts and an aesthetically modeled with an integrated rear bumper diffuser and new tailpipes in Doppelovaldesign highlight the dynamic character of the Porsche Cayenne Diesel to show. Furthermore, promises of improved roof spoiler a striking appearance with a lower CW value. Headlamps and tail lamps round out the aperture measures.

For the sporty road holding TechArt lowers the car body through the air suspension module "sport" from. For the road to make contact either the TechArt-alloy wheels of the type "Formula" in 10 x 21 inches with 295/35 tires in the size or design "Formula II" in 10 x 22 inches and 295/30er-Breitreifen. By langgeschwungene spokes allow the Formula wheels improved Radhausentlüftung and look at the brakes.

In the circular interior trims in fine lacquer or noble carbon style. Through a high-quality materials and precision manufacturing TechArt wants more points, so many exclusive accessories in the option list and the interior of the Porsche Cayenne Diesel a special touch.

Sporty and luxurious accents, inter alia, an ergonomically shaped 3-spoke airbag sports steering wheel, the pedals and footrests with initial strips of aluminum, as well as the contrasting decorative stitching in white, through the black-held seats, the dashboard and center console out.

Wiesmann Roadster MF4-S: Strong wind with a new look

firliadi.autocars@gmail.com (autocars) — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 13:00:00 +0000

Wiesmann completes its range of open sports car with the new Roadster MF4 upwards of its world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show (05.03.2009 - 15.03.2009) celebrates. The completely new vehicle will be the classics, the Wiesmann MF3 Roadster, and comes complete with two engines on the market. The stronger MF4-S makes 420 hp and lush is 300 km / h fast. All essential parts of body and chassis have been developed.

The design of the hand-built Roadster MF4 shows his independence and still fits seamlessly into the Wiesmann model pallets. The body of the 4.24 meter long, 1.88 meters wide and 1.23 meters high two-seater with a wheelbase of 2507 meters, consists of glass fiber reinforced composite. Underneath is an aluminum monocoque.

The timeless language of form, starting from MF3 Roadster developed, shows a clear, gently curving lines. Wiesmann A typical radiator grille with round-xenon headlamps dominate the front, while striking lines on the side of the agile character. The crisp, zestful rearward sloping rear end with twin stainless steel exhaust system rounds out the sporty looks from.
With its V8 engine characteristic sounds of the Wiesmann Roadster MF4 powerful and should be accelerated by an irresistible enthusiasm and ability, his enormous power on the road to transfer. Two engines are available: a V8 with a torque-strong 367 hp and an engine capacity of 4799 cc at a price starting from 128,900 euros and a Wiesmann Roadster MF4-S for 137,900 euro revolving joyful V8 version with 420 hp at 8,300 tours and an engine capacity of 3999 cc.

His individual character, the Wiesmann Roadster MF4 not only on the north loop of the Nürburgring. Even with moderate ride on the road, the agility and driving dynamics immediately apparent. With a maximum torque of 400 Nm at 3,900 rpm and a power to weight ratio of 3.1 kg / hp accelerates the Roadster MF4-S from the state to 100 in just 4.4 seconds.

With a maximum speed of 300 km / h chases the Wiesmann Roadster MF4-S as a racy sports car on the asphalt and the driver leaves the feedback from the road feel. The power to the rear wheels via a 6-speed manual gearbox or a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox. Each lateral acceleration in the curve is determined by the low seating position just before the rear axle directly to the cockpit next.

Even the "small" MF4 roadster, with its 367 hp at 6,300 rpm and maximum torque of 490 Nm at 3400 rpm input, does not need to hide. Here, 4.6 seconds elapse for the classic sprint to 100, while the tunneling only at 290 km / h ends. When Roadster MF4, the course over a 6-speed manual gearbox or an automatic appeal sport.

The cockpit of the Wiesmann Roadster MF4 oriented in all facets of the function of a sports car. Anything to drive and operate the vehicle is necessary in distance to the driver. High quality materials distribute a sporty-elegant charm of the interior. The fabric with its folding frame is hand made. The new sports car is also equipped with a two-stage driver and front passenger air bag and as a law-and left hand steering available. Also standard is ABS with DSC dynamic stability control.

Toyota Verso: The New - Multi-Lounge as compact van

firliadi.autocars@gmail.com (autocars) — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 13:00:00 +0000

Toyota wants the new with the well thought out Verso compact van to offer the versatility and variability of an MPV (Multi Purpose Vehicle) with the design, comfort and driving pleasure of a sedan should bind. Under the "Dynamic Lounge Toyota concept combines these attributes and improved at all, nor the handling characteristics.

Two-zone body design

With a length of 4440 meters and a width from 1790 meters, won the new Toyota Verso over its predecessor by 70 millimeters in length and 20 millimeters in width. The height of 1620 meters remained unchanged. Toyota grabbed while the dynamic character of the predecessor model and developed the design in a fresh, more modern interpretation.

The body design visually divides the vehicle in two areas. The optical division is opening up especially in the side view: A powerful character line starts at the lower end of the front bumper and rises above the doors and gently vibrates on the C-pillar to roof spoiler on. To notify the body in two zones: the area from the engine compartment and passenger compartment and the chassis and from the luggage compartment.

Strong, curved lines and shapes, which indicate a forward movement, dominate the front end. The horizontal lines of the grille, distinctive headlamps and subscribed a large Toyota emblem emphasize the powerful appearance of the new VERSOS. Far below Kühlluftöffnung set emphasizes the muscular character.

At the height of the well into the flanks drawn headlamps begins a second character line, the momentum of the sharply drawn follows the front wheel housings and as gently rising shoulder line on the door handles to the C-pillar. The rear view of the new shape while VERSOS a practical tailgate, a bulky bumpers and distinctive tail lights. The rear wheel housings flowing bumper also accentuates the powerful appearance of the vehicle.

Toyota Optimal Drive: Stronger performance with lower consumption

The new Verso is the ninth model from the 'Toyota Optimal Drive' profits. The concept includes several technical measures, the driving pleasure and performance with significantly reduced fuel consumption and emission levels increase. When Verso are up to 20 percent more engine power up to 12 percent lower fuel consumption and CO2 values.

Altogether there are five engines to choose from: modern turbo-diesel 2.0 D-4D with 126 hp, the 2.2 D-4D with 150 hp and the 2.2 D-CAT with 177 hp and two completely new "Valve Matic" petrol engines with 1.6 and 1 , 8 liters. All diesel already meets the Euro 5 exhaust emission standard. Top model is equipped with a diesel engine of 210 km / h fast Toyota Verso 2.2 D-4D.

The petrol engine:

The new 1.6-liter gasoline engine Valve-Matic is a newly developed six-speed gearbox coupled and reaches a top speed of 185 km / h. In comparison to the 1.6-liter VVT-i of the previous model, the performance by 22 hp to 132 hp, maximum torque by 10 Nm to 160 Nm at 4,400 rpm. At the same time decreased the CO2 emissions by 20 g / km to 158 g / km, representing a fuel consumption of 6.7 liters per 100 kilometers corresponds.
In comparison with the detached 1.8 VVT-i, the new 1.8-liter gasoline-Matic Valve now 147 HP of power (+18 hp) and a maximum torque of 180 Nm (+10 Nm) at 4,400 rpm ready . Alternatively, can the engine with the new six-speed manual gearbox or the equally new "Multi Drive S" gear order, which is somewhat more committed driving the switching characteristics of a 7-stage automatic acceptance.

In conjunction with the gearbox, the Verso 1.8 Matic Valve 190 km / h fast, while the CO2 emissions by 22 g / km to 162 g / km and fuel consumption to 6.9 liters per 100 kilometers fell. With the new "Multi Drive S" gear issued to 185 km / h fleet Verso 164 g / km CO2 and consumes an average of 7.0 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers.

The Diesel:

The supply of diesel starts with the 2.0 D-4D with a particulate filter, of the 126 hp and 1800 to 2400 rpm a maximum torque of 310 Nm developed. The CO2 emissions are 146 g / km. The 2.0-liter engine is only available in conjunction with the six-speed manual gearbox is available and allows a Vmax of 185 km / h. In the core segment of compact vans, with 110 hp to 140 hp, the seven new Toyota Verso 2.0 D-4D with the lowest CO2 emissions from all competitors.

The revised 2.2 D-4D diesel engine makes 150 hp and is from 2,000 to 2,800 rpm a maximum torque of 340 Nm available. The Verso 2.2 D-4D is equipped with the newly developed six-stage automatic transmission and the Toyota DPNR-storage catalyst, which at the same time the emission of soot particles and nitrogen oxides (NOx) reduced. The consumption of this 185 km / h fast VERSOS is 6.8 liters per 100 kilometers, which corresponds to a CO2 emission of 178 g / km.

From the previous model known and proven, top engine is the 2.2 D-CAT with a maximum power of 177 hp and maximum torque of 400 Nm from 2000 to 2800 rpm. The strongest Verso is still used in combination with a six-speed manual gearbox and can reach a top speed of 210 km / h. The CO2 emissions could Toyota in comparison to its predecessor by 19 g / km to 159 g / km to reduce, with an average consumption of 6.8 liters per 100 kilometers observed.

Vehicle dynamics and aerodynamic qualities at top level

The new high-strength, extremely rigid safety body, the extended wheelbase, wider track and in all aspects optimized chassis increased the qualities of the new vehicle dynamics VERSOS palpable. The Compact aims to Van agile and precise handling characteristics and enthusiasm in driving comfort and ease the level of a cultivated middle-class sedan reach.

The class in this unprecedented cW value of 0295 is evidence of the aerodynamic qualities of the new VERSOS. The flow-optimized design contributes significantly to the good-natured ride quality, high-speed stability and reduced wind noise at.

Particularly intensively addressed the engineers with the flow behavior under the vehicle. A smooth underbody clad, wind deflector in front of the wheels and wing air deflector in the rear area to stabilize the vertical movement of the body and optimize the Auftriebsbeiwert front and rear. The result leaves the stable Verso straight, has a little Giermoment and shows thanks to the high stability on the rear axle, particularly insensitive to side winds. Also the chassis was in all respects in order to optimize handling and comfort.

Electric power steering with active steering power compensation

As the first Toyota in Europe, the new Verso an electric power steering, with an active steering power compensation works. If the system is too heavy steering registered, it will automatically support the servo back to the steering power is initiated to reduce and to create a smoother driving style to achieve.

Furthermore, the control of the steering with a scheme to suppress vibrations equipped. Once the torque sensor on the steering column Radschwingungen captured, they are overlaid by a signal and largely compensated before they reach the steering wheel.

Optimized brakes and tires

The braking system of the new Verso is supported by modern electronic control systems, which for significantly shorter stopping distances provide. Standard equipment on board are the ABS anti-lock brakes, electronic brake force distribution EBD, Brake Assist the BA and the vehicle stability program VSC +. The tires of the new Verso has a low rolling resistance and therefore makes a further contribution to reducing consumption. The high intrinsic damping of the tires also improves the ride comfort.

Because the rear Türausschnitte as big as the front, is the entry into the fund now even easier. Also the second row seats offer a better grip and more padding and can be longitudinally by 30 millimeters to move, both of legroom as well as the carefree access to the third row of seats benefit. To this end, all three seats in the second series individually by more than 195 millimeters move, while a memory function, which then backs into the previously set position back.

Abundant and numerous luggage racks

Are all the seats of the second and third row umgeklappt creates a flat loading length of 1830 meters and 1585 meters in width. If you use all seven seats, the Toyota was in the luggage compartment volume compared to the predecessor of 63 liters to 178 liters, and so on one of the best values in the segment increased. A new luggage management allows sicht sheltered accommodation for valuables beneath the loading. Even the luggage cover when not in use will take place here their place.

A true compact van, the new Verso numerous storage compartments and storage options. This includes a two-tier glove box with an air-conditioned compartment for a 1.5-liter bottle and a 8.2 liter large document storage. Other examples include a large compartment in the center console, spacious Türablagen, pockets behind the backs of front seats, a drawer under the passenger seat, folding tables with integrated beverage holders and underfloor compartments in the second row of seats, a roof console as well as shelves for mobile phone and MP3 player for the driver and passenger.

Extensive equipment from the basic variant

The new Verso is available in four equipment levels available, but already the base version with an extensive standard equipment up all time. Examples include a vehicle stability program VSC +, which Berganfahrhilfe HAC, LED tail lights, one in the exterior mirrors integrated apron lighting, an MP3-capable audio system with CD player and four speakers, and central locking.

Moreover, convenient features, such as a roof panel, underbody trays in the second row of seats, a luggage storage management system and an additional rear-view mirror for the eye contact to the rear on board. Optionally, a manual air conditioning and fog available.

The medium variant Equipment also offers a manual air conditioning, fog lights, a leather steering wheel and leather shift knob, electric windows, an MP3-capable audio system with CD player, Bluetooth handsfree and six speakers, a drawer under the passenger seat and folding tables in the second row of seats.

Additional comfort features are the air-conditioned glove box, a generous appropriation armrest with Drop and an additional 12V power socket in the rear dar. Optionally available are a speed control system with speed limiters (not in conjunction with the Multi-S Gear Drive), a two-zone automatic climate control, a DVD navigation system with map display and 16-inch alloy wheels.

Another plus equipment awaits the customers in the upscale equipment variant. There is also a reversing camera, an automatically dimming interior mirror with integrated Rückfahrmonitor, a Smart Key System with Start-/Stopp-Taste, a rain sensor and a high Abblendlichtautomatik and related substances.

Other comfort features include entrance lights in the doors, integrated sun blinds for the rear side window and seat heating for driver and front passenger. Optionally, the client for a more efficient navigation system with 40-GB hard drive and video Einparksystem, a panoramic glass roof, privacy glass and 17-inch alloy wheels decide.

The top model in the highest level equipment can hardly be desired. Here, the compact van in addition to 17-inch alloy wheels, a 6-CD changer in the dashboard, Xenon headlamps with automatic width adjustment and illuminated headlight washing system, a panoramic glass roof and privacy glass. As requested equipment remains the only powerful navigation system with 40-GB hard drive and video Einparksystem.
Active and passive safety

Because of the extensive active and passive safety features, including pedestrian safety and the impact energy absorbing safety body, to a large proportion of high-strength specialty plates is, Toyota expects a best rating and thus in the five-star EuroNCAP crash test.

The new Verso has besides a complete set of active safety equipment as standard, inter alia, seven airbags. Driver and passenger from front and side air bags protected the driver's side is also a knee airbag installed. Head airbags deployed when needed along the sides and roof of the entire cabin length, in the case of a seven-seater to the third row of seats.

Ferrari 599XX: For the radical fun on the racetrack

firliadi.autocars@gmail.com (autocars) — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 14:00:00 +0000

There is a real racer with the latest technologies from the GT and Formula-1-research, with many of the solutions ever introduced for the first time used and the private man in his own car can enjoy. The speech is from the new Ferrari 599XX, the extra for the private pleasure of radical right on the racetrack has been developed and a selected clientele reserved. To provide the correct jacking satte 700 bhp, with a weight reduction accompanied.

The Ferrari 599XX is designed as an extreme sports car, not allowed on the road and for the exclusive use on the racetrack determined. Not on the homologation of individual racing series considered, this athlete is free from all restrictions on the admission or Rennvorschriften to the pure driving pleasure with the best that Ferrari has to offer possible.

By concentrating innovation in aerodynamics, the electronic controls and dynamics, as well as content that is here for the first time in a single car bundled applications, this model becomes a real technological laboratory. Not without reason, the painting reminds us of the 599XX in the Formula-1-model F2008.

The solution, some of which are exclusively available at 599XX use, contribute to the harmonious performance of the new sports car at. The 599XX be preserved, although it is an extreme vehicle, the comfort properties for which the road model, the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano, and served as a model for non-professional drivers are essential if the car on the racetrack intensively used

Based on the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano, whose traditional transaxle design with the spatial separation of the propulsion elements of the 599XX aufweist, was an extreme, for use on the track of certain sports cars. The 6.0-liter V12 engine experienced significant changes to the combustion chamber and the intake and exhaust system. The modifications resulted, together with the reduction of wear at the various mechanical parts and the increase of the maximum torque at 9,000 rpm, to an increase in overall performance to 700 hp.

Particular attention was paid to reducing the weight of the many components of the propulsion group. This was achieved by optimizing the shape, such as the new drive, as well as noble materials such as carbon, when Vortopf used. When gearbox is a new switch management, which is the total time course of change at 60 milliseconds reduced.

In general, to register with a noticeable increase in performance a more difficult management of the car, resulting in a poorer controllability expresses. The electronic controls of the 599XX, however, together with the mechanics and help to maximize the potential of the car both in terms of the benefits as well as the lasting viability of use in any potential situation. The sporty driving style also facilitate the presence of a "virtual lngenieurs" in real time the efficiency of the car shows.

The investigation of the aerodynamic vehicle body has been the subject of several test runs in the wind tunnel, resulting in a stability value for the vertical load of 280 kg at 200 km / h was (630 kg at 300 km / h). The bodywork on the front underbody clad completely and the filmmakers brought the air nozzles for cooling the fluids in the engine hood on.

For the first time comes when the 599XX Ferrari Actiflow system is used, which helps with the stability of vertical loads and to improve the resistance to different dynamic conditions on the track down. This solution consists in the introduction of two blowers in the trunk, thanks to the porous material in the air diffuser on the floor and suck it from the back by two grids, which are at the height of the rear lights are ejaculate.

The guide is a lateral wings and the addition of the Formula 1 derived "Blassystem" improves the stability of vertical loads, while the application of synthetic jets, the Ferrari at the rear of the vehicle attached to the formation of vortices trailing flow control and reduces the aerodynamic resistance. So-called "Wheel Donuts" on the model of Formula 1 - umbrellas, so to speak, the brake and the rim partially disguise - to improve the aerodynamics and cooling.

The body interprets Ferrari also with regard to the use of new materials. So come on comprehensive manner and carbon composites are used. During the technical design of the filmmakers took advantage of the experience gained in the use of aluminum.

From the development of powerful materials also benefits the brakes so that the brake lining as carbon is used, resulting in a reduction of the caliper, in order not to affect the performance. The new carbon-ceramic braking system from Racing-Type allows even shorter braking distances thanks to weight saving and improved efficiency.

The contact to the asphalt racing slick tires are in the format 29/67 R19 front and rear 31/71 R19 ago. The extra for the Ferrari 599XX developed Rennslicks the Italians moved on rims of the dimension 19 x 11j (front) and 19 x 12J (back) on. The tires will be a very good cornering stability, and optimize the speed side.

Kia No. 3: Urban Mobility with sporty touch

firliadi.autocars@gmail.com (autocars) — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 14:00:00 +0000

With a new vehicle concept for the lower segment of the compact class is Kia's design offensive. The Kia No. 3 presented with powerful proportions, dynamic subscribed lines, a modern, high-quality interior and a spacious, flexible, usable space. The study as a harbinger of coming from 2010, mini-vans over the characteristics of a versatile MPV (Multi Purpose Vehicle) in the compact class of urban models and combines contemporary style with individual mobility.

The self-conscious presentation of the concept cars is marked by a refreshing clarity and modern youthful sportiness. Underscores the vital nature through a variety of design elements with those of the Kia No. 3 inspiration and trends from various areas of recording and re-interpreted - from Ladekonzept on flexible non-slip flooring to upholstery water from high-tech textiles.

New form of language justifies facial characteristic mark

Youthfully fresh and presented with a consistent clarity of the design: Powerful proportions and dynamic lines secure the Kia No. 3, a striking appearance in the sports car class of the compact Fronttriebler. Due to the long wheelbase and tight overhangs front and rear as well as through the generous interior height are typical characteristics MPV realized.

The new brand face is characterized by the relative size and arrangement of the three elements of the grille, headlights and brand logo. The horizontally aligned radiator grille has a for all Kia models, and thus binding unmistakable twin trapezoidal contour, located in the center and tapers to the sides schmal expires. The grille is a flat black painted surface executed. Emphasis is in the form of a white contour line, the turning on the ignition light.

A white-painted outline emphasizes the distinctive form and provides an even stronger accent. The headlamp units have a semi coverslip provide the rounded contours of the light sources is anticipated. A large, across the entire front left of inlet marks the completion of the lower body. The brand logo is centered above the grille is placed, while the short overhangs, the ultra compact exterior dimensions stress. Powerfully shaped bumper and wheel arches and large wheels highlight the sporty appearance indicates.

Wedge with contrasting colors

In side view, the dynamic wedge, in particular by the graphics window and the rear lines to rising marked clearly on the application. The dynamic contour of the window graphic is by the white paintwork held under particularly intense stresses. The contrast of the colors will be used in exterior mirrors continued. While the casing is held in piano, is a white illuminated area on the innovative way in the mirror integrated side blinkers. When you turn on your blinker, this area is fully illuminated.
Significant signals for sportiness also put the 19-inch alloy wheels. The wheel design with the outer sides and polished inside black painted Y-spokes gives strength and agility.

The shoulder is the stern out particularly pronounced. The large panoramic glass roof is ansatzlos from the windshield clear, extends to the rear spoiler and provides an excellent all round visibility. A Dachverstrebung arranged diagonally cut the elegant, seemingly loose halter course of tinted glass surface.

The rear contour itself is represented by a large bumper, a smooth transition to the powerful wheel of the rear wheel connects to gently absorbed. Meanwhile, the lighting units on a wedge-shaped contour, by a conspicuous red fluorescent tape is inserted. Under a semi-procumbent coverslip, the lights of the flasher, brake lights, fog lights and reversing only visible when activated.

Interior: Modern, high quality, individually

With a length of 4045 meters, the Kia No. 3 is a self-confident role in the compact car segment. His generous space is confirmed by the long wheelbase of 2615 meters, the width of the vehicle from 1760 meters and a height of 1600 meters determined. The pleasant feeling of space created by the less the amount, but rather by the long wheelbase, the seating and riding comfort of the occupants benefit from it, and the unusual width of the vehicle. The glass roof provides an additional contribution to the bright, friendly atmosphere in the interior and generous space for all seats.

Precise set in high gloss accents and Weißlack contrast to her black lacquered surfaces play an important role. Specific signal effect functional elements in the typical red-Kia are required. This applies equally to the cockpit displays such as for the open frame to the front of the center console in the field of automatic selector. How much the design functionality, the example shows the electromechanical parking brake. Once this is enabled, this is a shining red contour band clearly visible at.

The central console is by their distinctive shape and shading as well as set the vertical alignment clearly shows the dashboard. The matte from a polished aluminum framed panel bears at the top of a 9-inch wide multi-function display and a simple layout emphasizes knob. About the central control element, the navigation, audio system, air conditioning and the Internet easily and precisely controlled.

The sporty compact is designed cockpit with his instrument unit for Kia new design details. The three round instruments for the tachometer, the speed and the fuel supply tube display in the form of built and created in perspective. Because of the marked with white scales and inner surfaces, to increase this optical effect. The white, accurate reading of the cockpit instruments emphasize the quality feel of the instruments.

Simple elegance with a high comfort

The MPV for a typical model, slightly elevated seating position gives the driver in the Kia No. 3 an excellent overview and allows easy entry and exit. The black leather steering wheel is replaced by a white, open top inlaid wreath on his special accent.

Convey simple elegance while the seemingly free-floating front seats, whose design trends from the furniture design and architecture of the newly interpreted. While the high-gloss white seat shells and the same material from the existing framework of the Fondsitzbank a striking contrast to the dark footwell generate sets the padding a further visual highlight.

The water from a high-tech textile materials manufactured, processed carefully seat covers in a discreet matte gold attack the exclusive style of sportswear on high. Especially striking is the rather unusual horizontal question, partly based asymmetric folds of seat covers.

The high seating comfort on all five seats offers ideal conditions for the urban environment more extensive use. Large cutouts at the back of the front seats to create extra legroom in the rear. The vehicle for this segment usual high flexibility of the interior is reflected in the variable-folding rear seats and backrests resist.