Apr 18, 2010

The initial version of the new crossover from Mitsubishi – ASX with 1.6-liter petrol engine and front-wheel drive will have prices starting from 17,990 euros. The engine delivers 86 kW / 117 hp, has the MIVEC variable-valve timing and is equipped with CO2 as all the ASX ClearTec-reducing technology. These include inter alia a start-stop system, electric power steering, a regenerative braking system and reduced rolling resistance tires. Standard equipment includes seven airbags including driver’s knee airbag, stability and traction control, ABS with electronic brake force distribution, Hill Start Assist, automatic start-stop system, electric windows, Radio/CD/MP3-Player with RCA input and central locking with remote control. It will be launched in mid-June, alternatively, the 1.8-liter common-rail type with front-or all-wheel drive is an active choice. The 110 kW/150 hp diesel exhaust emission standard Euro 5 makes ASX the world’s first diesel passenger car with variable valve timing technology (MIVEC). Incoming search terms:mitsubishi asx newsasx price euroRelated Posts:Geneva 2012 Live: 2012 Mitsubishi OutlanderAuto China 2010: The Mitsubishi PX-MiEV Concept – scented with decreasing...

The new Kia Sportage is celebrating at the AMI Leipzig (public days 10.-18.4.2010), Germany‘s premiere. The third generation model of the popular compact SUV was developed primarily by Kia design teams in Frankfurt and California, led by chief designer Peter Schreyer. The vehicle carries many elements shown in the 2007 Kia Kue concept. The 4.40-meter-wheel, which is offered with front-wheel drive is more aerodynamic and lighter than its predecessor. At its market launch in the summer of 2010, the Sportage initially will be available with two 2-liter engines, a 100 kW / 136 hp diesel and a gasoline engine with 120 kW / 163 PS. Incoming search terms:kia sportage tuningsportagenew kia sportagekia sportage 20102010 kia sportagenuova kia sportagesportage tuningkia sportage 2012 tuningsportage 2010 tuningnieuwe kia sportage zwartRelated Posts:Leipzig 2010: The Beautiful Girls at the Auto ShowLeipzig 2010: Ford Focus RS 500Leipzig 2010: The Living Desert2012 Kia K9 – official info and photosGeneva 2012 Live: 2012 Kia Cee’d

Who drive a four-wheel car to the snow just for fun, can also snow and ice conditions remain cool, they say. 4×4 is really better? We tried it – in an exclusive safety training with the Suzuki SX4 and the Suzuki Grand Vitara. Out on the runway and into the fun: When to call a man who is 1.90 meters tall, with good sturdy shoes, a 90-second intervals in high spirits and grinning from ear to ear broadest Bavarian speaks, then you have it all expected to do with Niki Schelle (43). And the fun does not take place on two boards, but on four wheels. Four driven wheels, to be exact. Motorsport fans is the name clamp familiar: Since 1986, Niki mix successfully with the rally circus. In 2002 he started the first time for Suzuki in the Junior WRC, won his eighth straight away. Meanwhile, he served as athletic director serves different junior teams – and are happy to pass his driving across Professional knowledge in courses. Together with rally co-driver in January Enderle (36), he showed us on a locked 4×4 beginners, groomed surface, what can be done on snow. Especially if a car has four-wheel drive and outfitted with lockable center differential and low range gearing is controlled driving is also a slippery surface is no problem....

Mar 22, 2010

Adorned with up to 2000 euro price improvement and more extensive standard equipment has to be comfortable Renault Koleos SUV. Getting started is now with the new trim level “expression” and the petrol 2.5 16V 170 possible from 23 900 euros. The new price is $ 1,000 lower than the previous base model. The standard expression in the look-package with front and rear under run protection in matt chrome enhances the visual quality of the Koleos. In addition, this model stands for the first time the Carminat TomTom navigation system available, is the price of 490 euros, the best integrated system on the market. For the high standard of equipment, “Dynamique” are now five engines to choose from. Also a front-wheel drive version is offered. With the petrol 2.5 16V 170 4×2 and 126 kW / 171 PS, this version now costs 25 900 euros. The common-rail diesel dCi 150 FAP and 110 kW / 150 hp, the price is 27 200 euros. Thus, the entry into the Dynamique equipment level is compatible with both diesel and petrol engines, with 2,000 euros cheaper than before. Renault Koleos, the diesel engines for the revised and reduced consumption. The dCi 150 FAP 4×2 takes place on average 6.8 liters of fuel is now 6.6 liters, equivalent to CO2 emissions of 175 grams per kilometer. When dCi 175 FAP 4×4, the average consumption dropped from 7.5 liters to 7.0 liters of diesel fuel, CO2 emissions declined by 13 grams to 184 grams per kilometer now. In addition, Renault has boosted the extensive standard equipment of the Dynamique: From now on this level has no...

Mar 1, 2010

Some Germans looking at a TV show in which is presented the new Dacia Duster: “Unbelievable this Romanian guys… they’ll do anything not to repair the roads.” Waiting for Dacia Duster led to the creation of waiting lists and pre-contracts for the acquisition of the first SUV from Mioveni. Deliveries begin in April. Geneva Motor Show 2010 Live: Dacia Duster photo gallery Dacia Duster is finally here Dacia Duster, the first SUV in the history of the Romanian manufacturer, created the waiting list and pre-contracts before launch. Duster is the first low cost 4×4 SUV , is based on Dacia Logan platform and is expected by customers since 2008, when rumors appeared announcing such a model from Dacia. The production version of this model made its public debut at Geneva Motor Show 2010 and sales in Romania are expected to begin in the months from May to April. Dacia Duster has already attracted a number of clients who paid an advance of € 6,500 euros to some dealers and signed a preliminary contract. Thus, those customers were enrolled on a waiting list and will be the first who will take possession of Dacia Duster in Romania....

Mercedes-Benz has created an organic version of G-Klasse, called E350 BlueTEC. The developing 210 hp and 540 Nm while comply with the Euro 5 thanks BlueTEC and AdBlue liquid. Mercedes-Benz has developed a low emission version of G-Klasse, which uses technology BlueTEC. This technology is developed specifically to reduce emissions from a diesel, especially emissions of NOx (oxides of nitrogen). The BlueTEC uses AdBlue liquid, which is a solution of urea, injected into the exhaust. The process of injection of urea into the exhaust system produces ammonia, which converts about 80% of emissions of nitrogen oxides in nitrogen and water. The entire process takes place in particular SCR catalytic converter. The Mercedes-Benz decided to introduce this technology for a vehicle that can access more remote areas of the world and the only change compared to other models using BlueTEC was moving AdBlue tank filler cap in the same place where lies and cover tank of diesel. A full tank of AdBlue is enough for about 12,000 km. Mercedes BlueTEC is equipped with a G350 CDI V6 engine offers 210 hp at 3400 rpm and maximum torque of 540 Nm between 1600 and 2400 rpm. The issuing an extremely low value of NOx, 50% less than the standard version of G350 CDI, observing with flying colors while the Euro 5 offers the same performance level. The benefits and the 7G-Tronic transmission with seven gears and ETS and ESP systems. ...