WonderDriver.com

Archive for the ‘Dynamic cars’ Category

Undoubtedly, the new DS4 is the big news for this 2011 Citroen, a modern CUV, fluid, which inherits the best of the DS and reaching concepts to capture new customers looking for a unique car. Citroen has taken this to the new campaign launch DS4, through their YouTube channel, Citroen has released 6 videos trying to show what the DS4 will provide a new way of seeing the car, even to life.

These videos will be used by the manufacturer to advertise the DS4 for the entire pre-launch campaign at the international level model. As I commented, Citroen wants to highlight the distinctiveness of this new vehicle, which integrates the best of a luxury sedan, the agility of a sports coupe with the convenience and versatility of a compact SUV. A new standard, with which users try to teach to say “no” to the conventions and rules.

Not only there the saloon version of the Black Series Mercedes, but has confirmed that the new C-Class Coupé C63 AMG version will receive the distinctive label of sportiness “Black Series “. Proof of this are the recent spy photos of the C63 AMG Coupé taken near the Mercedes development center, which by the look of the body kit, rims and quad exhaust outlet can not be other than the “BS “.

As usual in previous models “Black Series”, the C63 AMG has flared wheel arches, sports suspension that gives rigidity and on the pavement, rear diffuser with four exhaust and aerodynamic front bumper and large air intakes. As rumored, will roar under the hood the 5.5-liter twin-turbo V8 engine equipped with the AMG Performance Package, which pays 571cv home and 900nm, while the enhanced version for the “BS” could exceed 600cv.

Even when we saw him in the Hall of Taiwan 2010, Thailand Honda today unveiled  the new Brio, expected compact that has made its  global  debut. Has been created to establish a new standard when efficiency, design, space, comfort and performance. To this end, Honda will build 40,000 units per year, and hopes to sell them  all, with Thailand  as the main  market  in the entire South Asia.

The Brio has been developed with Honda’s most advanced technologies, and the theme of “man maximum, machine to a minimum, with which they have managed to increase the space for people and reduce the need for components. Merely minded urban, Brio offers agile handling and comfort for 4 occupants, always giving maximum efficiency.

Honda has managed to combine an advanced form with a compact exterior and a strong presence. The Brio is equipped with a 4-cylinder i-VTEC engine that delivers 90 hp, provides flexibility through the torque to enjoy the power in all conditions. Also, do not leave out the consumption, Brio 5l/100km requires gasoline (average-combined), while CO2 emissions are within the Euro 4 standard.

Citroen is well known by all the Spanish drivers, among other things, to implement a discount policy and cross-intensive in most of its range. So now the French manufacturer’s Picasso family, consisting of three models, C3 Picasso, C4 Picasso and Grand C4 Picasso has just been encouraged by a new discount called “family bonus.”

The manufacturer wants and make it easier for families with a promotion that reduces the price of 4,000 euros from any of the models of the Picasso and will be valid throughout the month of March. The Citroen Picasso provide a good level of security, in which the ABS, brake assist emergency and electronic brake force distribution are standard on all three models, as well as driver and passenger airbags.

The three models in Citroen stand out for their roomy interior and all have been renovated. Thus, the C3 Picasso, for example, a cube-like shape but at the same time, with rounded shapes, concentrating the maximum interior space in compact external dimensions. It is an ideal minivan mostly urban use. The Citroen C4 Picasso and Grand Picasso offers five and seven seats respectively, and are manufactured in Vigo.

They have a style, which has received the nickname “visiospace” for its combination of light and space, through a wide glass area and an easy modularity. The breadth of the interior provides room for everything you have when traveling with children. Exclusive Plus versions available as an option, a DVD player and two screens oriented in the front seat backrests and two wireless headphones and remote control.

All three models feature a wide range of engines, petrol and diesel, high performance, which allow moderate consumption and a good environmental balance. Stresses in the C4 Picasso and Grand C4 Picasso, the micro-hybrid e-HDi technology, in the HDi 110, allows a comfortable ride, while also reducing fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, about 15% in urban tour.

Citroen is expanding the range of the new generation of compact, the C4 has vastly improved in every way. However, it depressed the Spanish market and, perhaps, no longer has the characteristic aspect of the previous version. In any case, personally I repeat that it is now much more car than its predecessor and, although the most pull this kind of models are diesel engines, so far from a mechanical low fuel consumption.

The two new petrol engines that are now incorporated in the range have been developed with the BMW Group. This is a the VTi 95 and VTi 120 with automatic 4 relations. With a displacement of 1,397 cm3, the VTi Engine 95 is equipped with a 5-speed transmission with staggered adapted and develops an output of 70 kW EEC (95 bhp EEC). Reaches maximum torque of 135 Nm at 4,000 rpm.

The mechanics VTi 120 already present in the Citroen C4 range since its launch, now incorporated as a new automatic transmission 4-speed. With a displacement of 1,598 cm3, develops a power of 88 kW (120 hp) at 6,000 rpm. Maximum torque is 160 Nm at 4,250 rpm. 90% or more of its maximum value is available between 2,500 and 5,750 rpm. Equipped with 4-speed automatic transmission consumes 6.9 liters per 100 km in the combined cycle and emits 159 g / km of CO2.

The Citroen C4 VTi 95 Business can be purchased from 14,250 euros, while the VTi 120 Sport Automatic will cost 18,050 euros. As far as equipment is concerned, by the Business Pack (Light Cornering front fog lights, Radio Connecting Box CD MP3 Bluetooth USB + audio + t, body-colored door handles) have to pay 416 euros and 676 euros for the sunroof. So far, it seems quite reasonable.

New Honda Jazz which includes other developments, a CVT automatic transmission designed to reduce fuel consumption and emissions of polluting gases. To achieve this, Honda has installed the continuously variable transmission with a torque converter. The exterior design is inspired by the Jazz Hybrid and a few other elements within this “modernization.” The interior plastics are now darker, contrasting with chrome details.

The entire interior is characterized by the usual flexibility in terms of seating configurations, while the load capacity varies from 300 to 1,320 liters, the latter, if the rear seats folded. Also made minor adjustments to the suspension and steering, which contributes to a more pleasant driving because it increases the absorption capacity of the uneven surface. The new Jazz also be equipped with the Insight’s IMA system.

This system combines a gasoline engine 1.3 i-VTEC 88 hp and 121 Nm with a power module that delivers 14 hp and 79 Nm to the propulsion system. With this configuration, the new Jaz can reach 177 km / h speed limit and allows complete 0-100 in 12.6 seconds. But the heart, consumption has been set at 4.5 l/100 km (combined) and emitting 104 g / km of CO2.

With the white and the suggestive name “Etherea” Infiniti has dazzled all and sundry with its new concept. The Etherea anticipate what will be, the form and content of a production model compact and luxurious but not the entry level will be a new category for those seeking a different car. Young buyers who want a luxury car, that is the segment for Etherea. In addition to the concept presented to M35h Infiniti, G37 Convertible and the FX.

As for the reality closer, the M35h, reported a consumption of about 9l/100km in the urban cycle and around 7l/100km in extra-urban cycle, thanks to the innovative Direct Response Hybrid system consisting of a 3.5-liter V6 engine and 306 hp combined with a small electric unit that provides 50 additional kW, equivalent to about 68 hp. The electric motor is powered by lithium-ion battery with capacity of 1.3 kWh and in total, the complete system offers 270 Nm available at 1,770 rpm.

The ‘grand touring’ hybrid Infiniti has a technical section of the front line landing in Europe. The production models have in pictures taken it are the new G37 Convertible and the FX crossover.

Yesterday was a great day for fans of the convertibles, especially the VW Golf Cabriolet, a model that marked an era in the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s. Volkswagen has introduced the “return ” of a great car like the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet, this model has been sitting so that the top designers have already put on the table his recreations of the sporting variants Cabriolet Golf GTI and R .

Of course, it is too soon to tell or confirm anything about it, but surely see the Golf GTI Cabriolet soon. At the head, a very well represented by our friend Theophilus Chin, who has put the grid, bumpers, fog lamps, wheels and other accessories in this version you saw the Golf GTI for decades, and the convertible no less.

As a variant Golf Cabriolet R, as suggested by another designer, is perhaps more difficult, but not impossible, to see him in action soon. For now, we know that the new Golf Cabriolet is impressive, very well made car that is sure to attract a young audience looking for a quality car, nice, good price, but distinctive.

From here a week at the Geneva Motor Show, Renault Kangoo Maxi present the new ZE to complete the range of electric commercial vehicles will soon begin offering the French company. The Kangoo Maxi Z.E. is the long version of the original electric model that was presented at the Hannover Fair. It has a total length of 4.6 meters and is offered in two versions: two-seater or Combi, the latter with seating for 5 passengers.

The standard version is designed to enhance the cargo area, reaching up to 4.6 m3 offer available volume (1.1 m3 to improve in the short model), 2.9 meters long useful load and 1.82 m in height between the floor and ceiling. In contrast, the Combi is equipped with folding rear seats (2 / 3 and 1 / 3) that allow carrying up to 5 passengers in 4 different seating configurations. If we get a seat folded down completely flat surface and 3.4 cubic meters of volume available.

Under the hood of the Kangoo Maxi Z.E. find a 60hp electric motor power and 226Nm of torque. The engine works powered by lithium-ion batteries with a power capacity of 22 kWh which are hidden under a false floor. Autonomy is estimated at 170km for a mixed driving cycle and battery charging can be done in 6-8 hours by connecting the vehicle by making hidden in the front.

Besides the new face of Skoda Fabia submitted to Monte Carlo, special edition, limited and commemorative 110 years of its efforts in motorsports. But that’s not all, Skoda will also bring a new concept at Geneva Motor Show 2011.

Geneva is the ideal place to show the world the new corporate image of Skoda, a brand that has grown dramatically over the past 20 years and, hand in hand with Volkswagen, has projected its performance to unexpected limits. Now entering a crucial phase in the medium term future (2018), which wants to double its sales, also presented a new concept that will reflect the new design language Skoda.

This concept will integrate all possible elements, new lines of design, combining the future with classic forms have Skoda models, all topped with the new brand logo. The new stamp will be on all models in the range from 2012. The familiar logo of the arrow with wings change colors and will be more distinctive and more accurate than the previous one, symbolizing what he wants the brand in general.

It is an attempt to “modernize” the brand, hence the logo also will soon have dealers and distributors. The soon to be in dealerships will be the Fabia Monte Carlo, special version has been launched in parallel with the celebration of the 100th edition of the Rally of Monte Carlo in January, which, Freddy Loix finished 2nd in the overall board Fabia Super 2000.