Mar 20, 2012

The Renault stand from Geneva Motor Show 2012 is full of excitment. Hundreds of journalists have witnessed the release of the electrical Zoe, a brand new variant now produced in series. Along with this urban model, the French brought Megane’s facelift. In addition, the French presented a new version for the Twingo Gordini and the Twizy model. This Renault Compact received new range LED lamp units and a redesigned bumper. Under the bonnet, people at Renault have set a new petrol engine of 1.2 liters and 115 hp or a 1.6 liter diesel with 130 bhp. Diesel fans were also not neglected. In addition to a revised 1.5 dCi unit with 110 horses, the new facelift Megane gets the most powerful 1.6 liter diesel unit, the biggest capacity existing on the market yet, with no less than 130 horsepower. The first version ensures 260 Nm and a consumption of only 3.8 litres/100 km, while the 1.6 liter unit promises 320 Nm to 1750 Nm and a consumption of 4 liters per 100 kilometers. The performance version, Megane RS, received 15 hp and 20 Nm in addition, matching the limited edition of Trophy. All versions of the Megane receive during this facelift a number of technological improvements, such as high-end multimedia system and Visio System, a feature that alerts the driver when he overcomes the lane and also controls the light beam headlights at night. The highlight of the stand was Renault Zoe, the electric version now built in series, able to provide a range of 210 kilometers, largest currently on the market. Depending on the weather, autonomy may drop to 100 km – 150 km, if...

Mar 19, 2012

Lexus presented at Geneva Motor Show 2012 a number of hybrid series models, the new 2013 Lexus RX, alongside the surprising Lexus LF-LC Hybrid Concept. Lexus introduced at Geneva Motor Show 2012 the new 2013 Lexus RX 350, 2013 Lexus RX 450h and 2013 Lexus GS 450h – series versions, together with the Lexus RX F-Sport range and Lexus LF-LC concept. Geneva Motor Show 2012 Live: Lexus models in a photo gallery Lexus at Geneva Motor Show 2012 The Japanese car maker came at Geneva Motor Show 2012 with the production version of the Lexus GS 450h and the F-Sport range: Lexus RX 350 and Lexus RX 450h. 2013 Lexus GS 450h is equipped with a hybrid drive unit of a 3.5-liter V6 engine and an electric motor. The model has a more spacious interior and a larger fuel tank, among other improvements. The versions with...

Mar 13, 2012

Volvo presented at Geneva Motor Show 2012 the feared rival of any premium compact hatchback. The launch of the 2012 Volvo V40 comes with high hopes and new technologies from Sweden. A few years ago Volvo had a questioned fate, but now we see a beautiful rebirth. At the Geneva Motor Show 2012 we had the opportunity to meet one of the models that has the mission to carry forward the story of this beautiful Swedish brand: 2012 Volvo V40. Geneva Motor Show 2012 Live: 2012 Volvo V40 photo gallery 2012 Volvo V40 at Geneva Motor Show 2012 The 2012 Volvo V40 was “baptized” by the press a lot of times as V30 after some spy photos have hit the internet. Some considered this normal as this compact car was seen as the five-door brother of C30. Still, Swedish car’s final name was nothing less than V40. Launched in the same room where Audi unveiled the new 2012 A3 and Mercedes amazed us with the new 2012 A-Class, Volvo has the advantage of being seen as a challenger in this equation, and an eventual market success would bring an important image...

Mar 13, 2012

Toyota at Geneva Motor Show 2012 presented the new 2012 Toyota Yaris Hybrid, 2012 Toyota GT 86, the already known Toyota NS4 Plug-in Hybrid coupe alongside some amazing concepts: Toyota FCV-R, Toyota FT-Bh Hybrid and Toyota Diji. Toyota came at Geneva Motor Show 2012 with a long list of debuts, including the long awaited GT-86 and Yaris Hybrid, together with some gapingly concepts and eco models. Geneva Motor Show 2012 Live: Toyota models in a photo gallery ...

Mar 12, 2012

Rolls-Royce came at Geneva Motor Show 2012 with a full range of rejuvenated models. In the sober style of the brand, of course, the most notable being the 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Series II. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Series II facelift was brought to Geneva Motor Show 2012. This unbelievable British Limousine received major changes to the front and also to the interior. Geneva Motor Show 2012 Live: 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Series II photo gallery 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Series II Live at Geneva Motor Show 2012 Opulence moved its home to the Rolls Royce stand here in Geneva. BMW Group’s crown jewel had an impressive premiere this year. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Series II, the masterpiece of the British manufacturer, now with some important changes. Code name: 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Series II, the facelift is found on normal and Extended Wheelbase Phantom, Drophead Coupe and Phantom Coupe models. It is the first major facelift since the launch of the sedan in 2003. The convertible version was introduced in 2007 and the Coupe came in 2008. The...

Mar 12, 2012

Porsche has prepared a full stand here at Geneva Motor Show 2012. The manufacturer from Stuttgart has brought the new generation 2013 Porsche Boxster in two power versions. The same as last year, Porsche has a very crowded stand. People rushed to see the world premiere of the new 2013 Porsche Boxster and 2013 Porsche Boxster S. Geneva Motor Show 2012 Live: 2013 Porsche Boxster & 2013 Porsche Boxster S photo gallery 2013 Porsche Boxster Live at Geneva Motor Show 2012 The 2013 Porsche Boxster body lines lend the philosophy seen in the Porsche 918 Spyder concept, using a set of new optical blocks, a little more muscular profile and an aggressive rear with a fake prominent spoiler. Inside, the interior of its big brother Porsche 911, served as inspiration. The old boxer engine, the 2.9-liter unit, now has a smaller displacement, 2.7-liter, but with 10 horsepower in addition totaling 265 horsepower (198 kW / 269 PS). This “upgrade” favors acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph), in just 5.7 seconds. The 2013 Porsche Boxster S comes with the same...