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One of the most iconic cars Fiat is renewed towards the year 2012. We talked about the Fiat Punto, which will be called a dry well, without any nicknames such as “Evo” or “Big” as in the previous generation. Present innovations in equipment, aesthetics and motors, looking to remain one of the most demanded models in the catalog of the Italian brand.

And their prices are quite reasonable, since the range will come to Spain for example, will build on the 8,814 euros. The lines of the Fiat Punto 2012 are simple in front, with a new bumper and sober. Your grill has a honeycomb design, while the rear has the same body color.

We can not fail to mention the new customization options. For example we have available new colors like turquoise, orange, gray or ruby red submarine. These attractive shades can be supplemented with wheels between 15 and 17 inch exhaust tips, door thresholds, mirror housings or release keys.

They have a total of four trim levels for the Fiat Punto 2012. The range starts with the finished Pop including air conditioning, front and curtain airbags, remote central locking, radio MP3, Rear head restraints, front electric windows and trip computer. The finish Easy has 15-inch wheels, power mirrors and heated, Bluetooth, steering wheel and adjustable driver’s seat, fog obscured the door handles body-color, USB and voice recognition.

Twin Air finish adds to the previous 15-inch wheels, 6 speed transmission and black exterior mirrors. Finally the finish enhances the finish Lounge Easy folding electric roof, climate control, fog lights, rear electric windows, electro chromic rearview mirror, thresholds on the doors, steering wheel and leather gear knob, folding rear seat, front armrest, and ambient light on the dashboard.

As for engines, we have gasoline (all with Start & Stop), diesel, and even bi-fuel. Then the complete list of prices according to the engine and finish.

The brand with the four rings has presented a special edition for the Audi A5, which is named after Audi A5 S Line Edition. It has an extra equipment, a slight facelift that includes new wheels, interior and retouched as well as an attractive technology package.

The total overhead of this model is about 2,600 Euros, while the equipment amounted to almost € 6,000. As for the engine, offered a 1.8 TFSI with 170 hp and a TDI of 177 hp. Can be ordered with manual transmission, automatic or integral Quattro.

The Audi A5 S Line Edition S Line package includes interior and exterior, with 18-inch wheels, sport seats in leather and Sprint cloth and technical extras like xenon plus headlights with LED daytime running lights, fog intelligent dimming rearview mirror, set rear parking, hands free and cruise control.

The Line A5 1.8 TFSI engine with 170 hp and costs 39,500 Euros manual, multitronic transmission that rise up to 41,930 Euros. The diesel 2.0 TDI 177 hp and manual transmission is offered at 41,800 Euros, rising to 47,950 Euros with Quattro S tonic.

Since last Frankfurt was known that Hyundai was developing a compact car for the European market. A Hyundai i30, with details of Veloster legacy and the new design language of the Korean brand. Well, to be convincing the U.S. client in this case, will be introduced in the virtues of the known range coupe Elantra.

This is the Hyundai Elantra GT Coupe and with two and five-door respectively. Are the main novelties of the firm for the next Hall of Chicago. Both are juvenile court, modern and accessible. Compete with the new Ford Focus or even the new Honda Civic.

The plan is to launch seven models Hyundai in the United States alone within eleven months. A strategy called seven / eleven.

Be implemented in these new cars quite efficient engines. Stresses the four-cylinder 1.8 A, with power of 148 hp. It is made of aluminum, with two-stage variable intake, variable valve flat, electronic throttle system, and a design that reduces noise and vibration. It is offered with manual transmission and six-speed automatic.

There will also be a version with only 145 horsepower, called Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV). Although slightly reduced performance, fuel consumption and emissions are similar to those of several hybrids on the market.

One of the most striking developments of the last Japanese Detroit has been a futuristic prototype design, to be exact a plug-in hybrid that is only a foretaste of a sports sedan that will occur in 2015. Toyota is the NS4.

His appearance highlighted by a very sharp front, which seems to tuning, and two large air intakes. A wing at the height of the side windows and a peculiar optical complete the futuristic look.

The body was found at low altitude, crystals reflect UV rays but letting light into the interior, as well as energize the climate.

The hood has automatic lift, increasing security. It also has pre-collision system (PCS, Pre-collision System) to avoid collisions and lane departure detection, adaptive lighting systems, detection of vehicles in blind spots and visibility improved moons. What’s more mirrors have been replaced by cameras.

The engine is a hybrid Toyota NS4 Plug-in 2.0-liter, and its batteries can be recharged through a standard electrical outlet. The brand unlike the Pries family to focus on the interface between man and machine. Therefore partnerships with Intel, Microsoft and Sales force, allowing a touch interface similar to that of a smartphone, able to anticipate the driver’s habits.

While the aesthetics of Toyota NS4 not please everyone, you must understand that this is a prototype and the production version may be amended.

Amid the nearness of the Audi A3, and with the recent introduction of the A1 (with its not inconsiderable 256 hp), the German brand continues to work on expanding her already large family.

And it is rumored, are four possible models in the ink. It is a convertible version of the Audi A1, four new Q range, and a four-door sedan and coupe design. The might know in the next two years, completing different segments.

The Audi A1 cabriolet would rival to the Fiat 500C, as well as sharing the urban spirit would with the top, folding canvas roof and left side arches visible. His arrival is designated for 2013. Then there are the new models that would join the family Q. Name would Audi Q4 and Q6, the first with similarities to the Porsche Cajun.

In reference to the new saloon, speculations point to a new roof. The Audi A8 would in a second step, and an alleged Audi A9 take his place. It would be a hatchback coupe big air, while retaining all four doors. His would be a 12-cylinder engine. His presentation will take place also in the 2013m at the Frankfurt Motor Show.

All these data are currently only rumors, but seeing the latest trends in Audi could be true.

The new year is getting closer, and with it came a new Renault Scenic. This range, like the Grand Scenic will be properly updated. Changes and improvements not only be inclined to the aesthetic, but also affect the mechanical part, equipment and technology.

The Scenic is adapted a black grille, of considerable size, while the Grand Scenic this is more hidden in a strip below the bumper. In front new LED lights are seen by day, and continue behind the drivers but now with new design. Outside and inside there are other small changes but of lesser importance.

In 2012, it will premiere a new wave of Energy dCi 110 diesel engines, consuming very little measured 4.1 l/100 km and emits just 105 g / km. But the power remains the same: 110 hp. The torque increased to 260 Nm at 1,750 rpm. Energy is placed above the dCi 130, which approves 114 g / km and 4 liters per 100 km.

Also slated is a new Energy TCe 115 compact gas would be released in the spring. Would have 1.2 liter displacement, direct injection turbo, standardizing 135 g / km of CO2.

In regard to technology, the new system will Scenic Vision System, combining the functions of lane-change detector with automatic on and off light and low beam.

Also equipped with Hill Start control, Tom-tom navigation system and Bose stereo. Finally, in the catalog of body colors added two new shades, red garnet and blue we can see in the pictures.

Confirming rumors about past, BMW and Toyota have joined forces to share and improve its engines. Toyota’s interest leans diesel by the German firm, while BMW wants to know more about Japanese advances in mechanical hybrid.

In addition, the center of this alliance would be the joint development of new lithium batteries, possibly thinking about the next generation of plug-in hybrids and some electric cars. Also from the 2014 Toyota Motor Europe will benefit with diesel engines and 2.0-liter BMW de1.6. What’s more, both parties can negotiate later to expand their mutual collaborations more projects.

This agreement has certainly been a good move by the German firm, since Toyota is a pioneer in electric technologies, and improved battery systems is a priority. BMW still sees the launch of its hybrid models, so it has much to learn from his new partner.

For its part, Toyota wants to conquer the European market after a decline of 9% over the past two years, among other factors due to the crisis and the failure to have a range of diesel engines really competitive.

Also from 2014, may benefit of 1,560 cm3 engine developed by BMW and PSA, with powers between 90 and 110 hp. On the other hand, the 1995 cm3 N47de Toyota will give a power range between 116 and 204 hp.

The Tata Nano was a very ambitious debut, but sales have not taken off the expected level. While still the world’s cheapest car, even in his native country, India, is the leader, because despite having a good sales as no better than Maruti-Suzuki consolidated with veteran models like the Alto.

Possible reasons could be that people are not encouraged to finish leaving their bikes, so common in Indian soil. In addition, several units have been set on fire for no apparent reason, contributing to poor overall image. Furthermore, the decisive factor of security is broadly discussed in this car.

Therefore, the manufacturer has decided to take action and have announced a series of improvements to the model year 2012. Now the Tata Nano will be more secure and powerful. The 624 cc engine gained 3 horsepower and additional torque 3 Nm, reaching 38 hp. No benefits will be brutal, but enough to move a lightweight car only 600 kilograms.

In addition, the fuel consumption has dropped to the 3.9 L/100 km, and emissions are below 100 g / km. That’s not all, because you have fitted front stabilizer bar and hydraulic brake assist on all versions. Also updated the address.

On the other hand were revised wheel covers, exhaust has a more sporty sound, and new colors can be ordered for the body. All improvements made in the Tata Nano justify the slight price increase, which is that of the 1,500 initial cost € rose to 1980 Euros (about $ 2,670). In any case it is an amount well worth it in view of optimization.

In the large part of the Motor Show Los Angeles, which runs until November 27, Jaguar has decided to present the most powerful and fastest convertible in its history as a trademark. So as you read, it is the Jaguar XKR-S Convertible, which joins the mechanical excellence of the XKR-S the wonderful feeling of driving under the open sky.

Outwardly his aesthetic is very similar to that of its hardtop sibling. However highlight certain details such as a redesigned front bumper with air side entrances, ventilation hood, rear spoiler with carbon fiber wheels 20-inch Vulcan. Have six different body colors, including the appeal Britsh Racing Green. The range hood is black, but can be customized with six different colors. This roof (made of canvas) is completely folded in just 18 seconds.

Despite being a convertible, the brand signature as the chassis of this car has great tensional rigidity and structural integrity is very high. The empty weight of the Jaguar XKR-S Convertible is 1795 kg, the length is of 4.79 meters, width of 1.89 meters and height of 1.31 meters.

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After filtration to slide from Russia, the brand itself finally made official the arrival of the Audi A1 Sport back. The expected 5-door city car will maintain the same battle as the 3-door A1, but will grow far and wide by 6 mm. The changes in design (interior or exterior) are not significant, although the new doors give a more modern look.

Audi confirmed that the vehicle can carry seven different engines, consisting of four gasoline and three diesel. The entry model is a 86 hp 1.2 TFSI, which approves a consumption of 5.1 liters/100 km. Above lies the 1.4-liter TFSI gasoline that goes from 122 hp to 185 hp supercharged and turbocharged with a top speed of 227 km / h, torque of 250 Nm, acceleration 0 to 100 km / h in 7 seconds.

There will be a petrol TFSI 140 hp cylinder on demand technology, which turns two of the four cylinders when its use is not necessary. Consumption is reduced to 4.7 liters per 100 km, reaching 212 km / h speed. If we talk about we have a 1.6 TDI diesel with outputs of 90 liters and 105 bhp, 3.8 liters/100 km standardizing both. Not to mention the 2.0 TDI 140 hp, which would come later.

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