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Wednesday, 03 November 2021 07:16

Refurbished Audi A8 & S8

At Audi, they have made sure that the adequately refreshed fourth generation of their flagship, which hides behind the A8 / S8 label, remains among the most desirable high-class cars.

In line with trend and demand, Ingolstadt has more and more SUVs on offer, but they are not giving up on their sedans, which have been led by the luxury model behind the A8 for years and has reached the fourth generation presented in the edition after the refreshment treatment. .

The redesigned Audi A8 exterior features an even larger and wider one-piece radiator grille with even more chrome, and there are slightly different bumper openings and new light housings equipped with state-of-the-art matrix technology. The graphics in the housings of the rear digital OLED lights are also new, and the A8 is now offered for the first time in combination with the body elements that are characteristic of the S Line equipment package. The news is rounded off by nine new body colors.

Minor changes to the cabin that bring top-of-the-line materials include the latest edition of Audi's digital instrument panel (Audi Virtual Cockpit) with an optional head-up display, and two rear passenger displays on the center console. seats that in the version with even greater wheelbase (A8 L) can count on extra space in front of the legs.

The redesigned A8 is powered by the famous three-liter and 4.0-liter turbo gasoline engines with six and eight cylinders, aided by mild and plug-in hybrid technology, which offer from 340 to 460 hp, and the three-liter turbodiesel V6 engine with 286 hp also remains on offer. An 8-speed automatic transmission is in charge of transmitting power to both axles (quattro) in all versions.

In parallel with the standard model, the most powerful version behind the S8 label has been similarly refreshed, and it is powered by a 4.0-liter V8 biturbo engine that develops 571HP.

Sales of the redesigned "Osmica" will start next month, with 99,500 euros set aside for the base model in Germany and 144,800 euros for the super-fast S8, which reaches "hundred" in 3.8 seconds.

 

Tuesday, 02 November 2021 07:23

SP Automotive Chaos with 3107HP

* Chaos is a creation of the Greek company Spyros Panopoulos Automotive, and is powered by a 4.0-liter V10 twin-turbo engine

* All-wheel drive, and a dual-clutch transmission with seven or eight gears

* There are two versions on offer, with the "Earth Version" having 1528 kW / 2077hp and 1389 Nm, accelerating to 100 km / h in 1.9 seconds and a quarter mile (402 meters) in 8.1 seconds

* The more powerful "Zero Gravity" variant has as much as 2285 kW / 3107HP and 1984 Nm, reaches 100 km / h in 1.55 seconds and crosses a quarter mile in 7.5 seconds

* The highest speed according to the announcements is more than 500 km / h (an attempt to break the record for the fastest production car will take place on the Ehra-Lessien track and the sponsor will be Red Bull)

* Length is 5053 mm, width 2068 mm, height 1121 mm, wheelbase 2854 mm, while weight is 1272 kg or 1388 kg

* Materials such as carbon fiber, Kevlar and titanium are used, and there is also a steering wheel with integrated touch screen, Inconel exhaust system, carbon-ceramic brakes and 21 and 22 inch wheels

* It is planned to make 20 copies for each continent, and the cars will be sold by Sotheby’s

* The first deliveries have been announced for next year, at a price of 5.5 million euros for the base version and 12.4 million euros for the top version with 3107HP and all options

Monday, 01 November 2021 06:51

2022 Chery Tiggo 8

Chinese Chery has unveiled a tweaked version of the Tiggo 8 SUV for the 2022 model year.

In the extended version of the Tiggo 8 Plus, this model is 4722 mm long, 1860 mm wide, 1745 mm high and has a wheelbase of 2710 mm, as well as three rows of seats.

Also, the differences compared to the regular Tiggo 8 include a tidy mask, different bumpers and new alloy wheels.

Under the hood is a 2.0-liter turbo petrol with 254hp and 390Nm, with front or all-wheel drive and a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.

Prices in China start at around $ 22,000 for the front-wheel drive version and around $ 25,000 for the 4x4 version.

 

Friday, 29 October 2021 06:23

New Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV introduced

In February this year, Mitsubishi Motors introduced a new generation of Outlander, first with only a 2.5-liter gasoline engine with 184HP and 245 Nm of torque (with automatic transmission and Mitsubishi's "Super All-Wheel Control" all-wheel drive system) .

In the past period, a new Outlander Plug-in Hybrid was announced, which is now officially presented in Japan.

The Japanese, however, have not yet announced all the details, but it is known that the car received a new generation PHEV system with two electric motors (whose power has been increased by about 40 percent) and a 20 kWh battery. Autonomy in electric mode is up to 87 km, and there is also Super-All Wheel Control all-wheel drive. Also, the gas tank has been increased.

Mitsubishi did not release data on the internal combustion engine, so it is assumed that it is a 2.4-liter four-cylinder, as with its predecessor.

It should be reminded that the new Outlander is based on the platform of the new Nissan Rogue, while the look is inspired by the Engelberg Tourer concept that the Japanese factory presented at the Geneva Motor Show in 2019. In any case, the new interpretation of the "Dynamic Front Shield" of the front part stands out.

In terms of dimensions, the new Outlander is 5.1 cm wider than its predecessor and has a wheelbase increased from 267 cm to 271 cm, so it also offers 2.8 cm more legroom for passengers in the second row. The vehicle is 468 cm long, 186 cm wide and 175 cm high.

Also, the new Outlander has three rows of seats as standard, with higher quality materials, 12.3-inch digital instruments, a 9.0-inch central screen, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

The equipment also includes 11 airbags, adaptive cruise control, lane keeping system, navigation, color head-up display, Bose audio system with 10 speakers ...

Sales of the new Outlander PHEV will start in Japan on December 16 (arriving in America in the second half of next year), with a choice of 10 colors (including the new Black Diamond color), as well as 20-inch alloy wheels.

The new Outlander PHEV is also the winner of the prestigious design award "Good Design Award 2021" awarded by the Japan Insitute of Design Promotion.

The award has been given since 1957 with the aim of advancing Japanese industry and lifestyle.

 

Thursday, 28 October 2021 06:07

New Range Rover introduced

October 26, 2021, Whitley, United Kingdom - The sleek new Range Rover defines contemporary luxury, providing more sophistication, more choice for customers and providing more room for personalization than ever before.

The Range Rover is an original luxury SUV and has been leading by example for 50 years, combining serene comfort and serenity with the ability to conquer. The new Range Rover is the most desirable so far, combining modernity and aesthetic grace that takes your breath away with technological sophistication and impeccable connectivity.

With a package of efficient mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains — and a purely electric Range Rover to join the 2024 line — plus a choice of four-, five- or seven-seat interiors available on standard and long-wheelbase, the new Range Rover is at home in any environment.

Thierry Bolloré, CEO of Jaguar Land Rover, said: “The new Range Rover is the ultimate manifestation of our vision of creating the most desirable luxury vehicles in the world, and is aimed at the most discerning customers. He writes the next chapter in a unique story of pioneering innovation that has been a trademark of the Range Rover for more than 50 years. ”

Land Rover's new flexible modular longitudinal architecture, the MLA-Flex, supports every aspect of this luxury SUV, from its unparalleled capabilities and agile handling to impeccable sophistication. Combining state-of-the-art engineering techniques with new levels of virtual development and Land Rover's innovative development program, the new Range Rover will deliver new levels of quality.

A pair of innovative extended-range powertrains with plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) deliver CO2 emissions below 30 g / km, with a purely electric driving range of up to 100 km (62 miles), delivering the expected real-time range of up to 80 km (50 miles) - Enough for typical Range Rover customers to complete up to 75 percent of the trip using electricity only.

The new luxury SUV is available in SE, HSE and Autobiography models. The First Edition will be available during the first year of production, will be essentially based on the Autobiography model and will have a unique specification. It is exclusively available in Sunset Gold Satin finish, while for the exterior you have five body colors available. Both standard (SWB) and long wheelbase (LWB) bodies are available with five seats, while the new Range Rover model with long wheelbase is also available with a third-row seat, for greater comfort that can be provided by up to seven adults.

The new Range Rover SV is an excellent interpretation of the luxury and personalization of the Range Rover by experts in special vehicle operations. The SV model is available in SWB and LWB body design (i.e. with standard or long wheelbase), with exclusive features including the new SV Sereniti and SV Intrepid design themes and the SV Signature Suite configuration with four seats.

Breathtaking modernity

The fifth-generation luxury SUV takes Land Rover’s modern design philosophy to the next level, with a contemporary interpretation of its brand profile to create an amazing design. It continues to lead, bringing modernity, aesthetic grace and sophistication to Land Rover’s latest flagship.

The new Range Rover is defined by three lines that can trace their origins through generations; a falling roof line, a strong waist, and a rising sill line. These trademark features are combined with a characteristically short front overhang and a distinctive rear hull - along with a practical split tailgate - to create an elegant profile that conveys the unrivaled Range Rover on the road.

The unbroken waist shows Land Rover’s attention to detail as the rounded edge of the door joins the glass in a simple, clean finish thanks to a specially constructed hidden waist finish. The design-enabled technology combines with glazed surfaces, hidden lighting and precise details to create the impression that the vehicle has been sanded.

Sophisticated surfaces provide a clean and modern look - and contribute to an air resistance coefficient of 0.30, making this vehicle the most aerodynamically efficient luxury SUV in the world.

The luxurious interior is backed by modern, intuitive and relevant technologies, designed to work harmoniously with the finest materials and innovations to create a peaceful haven for all travelers - turning every trip into an experience to enjoy.

The exterior color palette enhances the sleek proportions and clean surfaces of the new Range Rover, while the interior design options are more sustainable, responsible and progressive than ever. Customers have a wider choice of materials and finishes, incl

Wednesday, 27 October 2021 06:35

Mazzanti Evantra Pura

Italian Mazzanti Automobili has promoted a new version of its Evantra sports car, the Evantra Pura.

The drive will be provided by Chevrolet’s 6.2-liter V8 engine with 560 kW / 761hp and 910 Nm, along with a 7-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive.

According to the announcements, this 1290 kg two-seater will accelerate from 2. to 100 km / h in 2.9 seconds, while the maximum speed is said to be 360 km / h.

There are also Brembo carbon-ceramic brakes, lightweight OZ Racing wheels of 19 and 20 inches, Michelin tires 255 / 35R19 and 315 / 30R20, leather, Alcantara and carbon fiber in the interior, a redesigned center console and a modern infotainment system.

Prices will start at around $ 800,000, and the annual production will not exceed five copies.

Mercedes-Benz modernizes the engine range of its large series of SUV models…

The new GLE 300 d 4MATIC offers optimal power delivery, but consumes significantly less than its predecessors. They are equipped with an up-to-date four-cylinder diesel engine (OM 654 M) with an integrated second-generation starter-generator (ISG) and deliver 200 kW / 272hp. Both mild hybrids can already be ordered and will be available from November.

Prices in Germany start at € 75,053.30 for the GLE 300 d 4MATIC and € 79,182.60 (GLE 300 d 4MATIC Coupé). The current OM 654 M engine is equipped with an integrated second generation starter-generator (ISG).

The ISG includes a 48-volt electrical system and provides significant fuel savings. In addition, it starts the engine very quickly and comfortably, so that the start-stop function is almost imperceptible. The same goes for the transition from “sailing” with the engine off to a strong engine response. At idle, the intelligent interaction between the ISG and the internal combustion engine ensures smooth operation.

The four-cylinder diesel is also very advanced in terms of exhaust aftertreatment. A specially coated DPF (diesel particle filter) reduces particulate emissions. Two active SCR catalytic converters (selective catalytic reduction) with separately dosed AdBlue injection enable effective reduction of nitric oxide in all operating ranges. These inverters are placed close to the engine and in the floor of the vehicle.

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