Sunday, March 29, 2015
HQ Kia Soul Wallpaper Gallery
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Thursday, March 26, 2015
2010 Audi S5 4 2 Coupe Standard Features Technical Specs
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Engines & Emissions
- 4.2-Liter, V8, 32-Valve, DOHC, EFI Engine; Front/Longitudinal Mounted With Horsepower Of 354@7000, Torque Of 325@3500, Alloy Block and Alloy Cylinder Heads
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Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering
- Leather Located On Shift Knob
- Brushed Alloy Trim Located On Center Floor Console and Doors
- Leather Steering Wheel
- Front Carpeted Floor Mats
- Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin and Trunk
- Rear Carpeted Floor Mats
- Alloy Located On Door Sills
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Safety
- Front and Rear 3-Point Seatbelts
- Passenger Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment
- Seat Mounted Front Side Airbags
- Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor
- Trunk Anti-Trap Device
- Side Guard Door Beams
- Sideguard(TM) Front and Rear Side Head Curtain Airbags
- Front and Rear Pretensioners With Force Limiters
- Crash Sensor
- Crumple Zones
- L A T C H
- Driver Airbag With Dual Stage Deployment
- Automatic Locking Retractors
- Emergency Fuel Shut-Off Device
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Steering
- Telescopic Steering Column
- Servotronic(R) Power Speed Sensing Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering
- Tilt Steering Column
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Suspension
- Independent Multi-Link Front Suspension With Coil Springs and Gas Charged Shock Absorbers and Sport Ride Type
- Front Stabilizer Bar
- Rear Stabilizer Bar
- Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Coil Springs and Gas Charged Shock Absorbers and Sport Ride Type
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Transmission
- Tiptronic(R) Manually Interactive Automatic Transmission
- Adaptive Automatic Transmission
- 6-Speed Electronically Controlled Manually Interactive Adaptive Automatic Transmission With Overdrive and Floor Mounted Shifter
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Wheels & Tires
- Alloy Wheels, 19-In. X 8.5-In.
- SBRP255/35R19 Summer Performance Tires
- Compact Spare Tire
Engine
- Standard Engine 4.2L V8
- Standard Transmission 6 Speed Automatic
- Cylinders 8
- Horsepower @RPM 354@7000
- Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy 16 / 24
- Combined Fuel Economy 19
- EPA Class Sub-Compact
- Number of Valves 32
- Fuel Type System Gas Engine / Electronic Fuel Injected
- Overdrive Transmission Yes
- Compression 11.4:1
- Displacement 4163 / 254
- Bore X Stroke 3.33x3.65
- Cruising Range 315.4 miles
- Power to Weight Ratio 11.1
- Cargo Volume (EPA) 12 cu. ft.
- Cargo Volume (MFR) 12 cu. ft.
- Fuel Capacity 16.6
- Passenger Volume (EPA) 84
- Passenger Volume (MFR) 84.0 cu. ft.
- Brakes (Front) Disc
- Brakes (Rear) Disc
- Driveline All Wheel Drive
- Steering Rack & Pinion
- Steering Diameter Left 37.4
- Steering Diameter Right 37.4
- Tire Width 255 mm
- Tire Aspect Ratio 35
- Tire Construction Radial
- Tire wheel Diameter 19 in.
- Seating (Standard) 4
- Headroom (Front) 39.1
- Headroom (Row 2) 36.0
- Shoulder Room (Front) 54.3
- Shoulder Room (Row 2) 52.8
- Seating (Maximum) 4
- Curb Weight AT 3935
- Height 54.0
- Length 182.1
- Top Type (Standard) Hard Fixed
- Track (Front) 62.5
- Track (Rear) 62.1
- Weight Distribution AT (Front) 51
- Weight Distribution AT (Rear) 49
- Wheelbase 108.3
- Width 73.0
- Doors (Standard) 2
- Doors (Maximum) 2
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Monday, March 23, 2015
Mazda CX5 Review and Concept
The Mazda CX-5 could be the first model to realize the Mazda SKYACTIV technology thanks to its corporate goal to combine driving pleasure and efficiency with each other perfectly.
Mazda launches into a new future, the many interesting - raises questions - mostly technical. Everything to constantly question, with dedication to be different, this philosophy is based on the brand and is the core idea of the advertising campaign appearance for the introduction of the Mazda CX-5.
The compact crossover SUV is not only one of the lightest cars in its segment, but also provides best in class fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. Mazda offers the CX-5 in three trim levels and with either front-or all-wheel drive.
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Mazda launches into a new future, the many interesting - raises questions - mostly technical. Everything to constantly question, with dedication to be different, this philosophy is based on the brand and is the core idea of the advertising campaign appearance for the introduction of the Mazda CX-5.
The compact crossover SUV is not only one of the lightest cars in its segment, but also provides best in class fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. Mazda offers the CX-5 in three trim levels and with either front-or all-wheel drive.
Friday, March 20, 2015
Mini E Cooper Wallpaper And Specs
The new Mini E Cooper car have V6 engine performance driven type FWD which are producing 181 horse power and 177 lb-ft of torque. This Mini E Cooper car prices is $23,000, fuel economy 27 mpg in city and 35 mpg hwy.
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Tuesday, March 17, 2015
2011 Hyundai ix20 specifications and features with price details
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Hyundai ix20 latest model MPV-type dynamic modern style and functionality, length 4.1 M cars are equipped with very long wheelbase class (2.615 M) and the roof as high as 1.600 M. It offers spacious rooms with dimensions. Designed and developed at Hyundai R & D center in Rüsselsheim, ix20 is second to adopt the European car ‘sculpture fluidic’. Fluidic design with a touch of sleek style exterior reflects the dynamic flow. With dynamic design, economical power trains, unique flexibility and security without compromise.
Equipped with active and passive safety technology to ensure maximum protection, fitted as standard in some countries such as ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ABS (anti_lock braking system) and Hillstart Assist Control (to prevent roll-back when it started to tilt). Hyundai ix20 will continue to enhance security to achieve the maximum 5-star rating in the NCAP’s.
The all new ix20 is available with four choices euro V-compliant engines: two petrol and two diesel, which can generate electricity 77ps to 125ps. It will also offer manual and automatic transmissions available in the form drivetm blue (except the 1.6 with automatic transmission), which includes Stop & Go (ISG) technology, low rolling resistance tires and alternator management system (AMS). Blue drivetm ix20 version provides class-leading CO2 emissions level of just 114 g / km (1.4-liter diesel engine U2) makes these cars environmentally friendly.
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Equipped with active and passive safety technology to ensure maximum protection, fitted as standard in some countries such as ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ABS (anti_lock braking system) and Hillstart Assist Control (to prevent roll-back when it started to tilt). Hyundai ix20 will continue to enhance security to achieve the maximum 5-star rating in the NCAP’s.
The all new ix20 is available with four choices euro V-compliant engines: two petrol and two diesel, which can generate electricity 77ps to 125ps. It will also offer manual and automatic transmissions available in the form drivetm blue (except the 1.6 with automatic transmission), which includes Stop & Go (ISG) technology, low rolling resistance tires and alternator management system (AMS). Blue drivetm ix20 version provides class-leading CO2 emissions level of just 114 g / km (1.4-liter diesel engine U2) makes these cars environmentally friendly.
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Saturday, February 21, 2015
BMW X5 M Release Date 2015
BMW X5 M Review: BMW claims track-worthy SUV along with X5 M
BMW X5 M Release Date 2015-SUVs are supposed to be off-road capability, although a lot of live their day-to-day lives on suburban concrete. A high-performance SUV is a rare thing, making the 2015 BMW X5 M a very special car. BMW gave the modern X5 M its debut for the 2014 Los Angeles automotive show.
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Like the predecessor, the X5 M uses the identical body and chassis because standard X5 SUV, but has been through extensive performance upgrades by BMWs M division.
Design
Under the hood you will discover a 4. 4-liter V-8 along with dual twin-scroll turbochargers, like the engine in the actual BMWs M5 sedan. For the BMW X5 M, BMW changed the tuning to bring output up to a 567-horsepower peak through 6, 000 to be able to 6, 500rpm, along with 553 pound-feet connected with torque coming upon at 2, 200 and up to 5, 000rpm. Its a lot of power, but its to move the actual near-5, 000-pound (2, 200kg) X6 M. BMW notes your vehicle gets to sixty two mph (100 kph) in only 4. 2 mere seconds.
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A potentially weak link emanates from the eight-speed transmission, which uses some sort of torque converter instead of the dual clutch robotic manual transmissions utilized in other M automobiles. BMW was forced try using a torque converter transmission because its dual-clutch technology could not handle the engine torque with the all-wheel-drive system.
In the auto show, some sort of BMW spokesperson explained the X5 Ms transmission was refined regarding quick shifts, and relies on a lock-up clutch to be sure M-worthy performance. Paddle shifters on the steering wheel should provide driver quick handbook gear changes.
Most significant for M effectiveness, considering the size on this vehicle, is the actual handling. The preceding generation was some sort of near-miracle, using its adaptive suspension to think that a much smaller car on a twisty road. BMW has been testing the completely new X5 M on the Nurburgring, and has had a few years to further polish its suspension technological know-how. The new X5 M not only gets adaptive dampers, which react in milliseconds to changes inside the cars roll along with pitch angles, but in addition air suspension for the rear wheels.
No seem that BMW dialed back again on its handling technology with the X5 M in the previous generation, so it must be every bit of the same quality, if not better.
New electric energy steering gave BMW better flexibility, and also provides each driver three unique settings for steerage sensitivity. This technology will definitely make the X5 M handle differently. Should it be anything like the new power steering inside the BMW M4, turn-in reaction will fine. The X5 M comes standard having an all-wheel-drive system which can lend to better handling, as it might shift 100 percent of torque between the front and backed wheels. Sensors may detect wheel fall, and move torque suitably.
Front sport seating were very supportive and offered comfy bolstering. An integrated headrest made for a smooth seat back. As a high-end version with the X5, it appears to be the X5 M arrive very well set up, offering navigation and other dashboard electronics regular. BMWs standard electronic digital features are among the finest in the business, with many linked features for vacation spot searching and entertainment internal. Optional driver support features include robotic parallel parking.
Pricing
The 2015 BMW X5 M can be purchased in at a starting price of $99, 650, rendering it a very pricey SUV. However, if you think its wide range of performance capabilities, that costs may not seem to much. Its comfort settings should help it become reasonable as an everyday driver, although apt to be a heavy gas drinker. All-wheel drive and the capabilities of the X5 what is the best its based might help it out in the winter season and give the idea light off-road ability.
But where it will eventually really shine is on the track, surprising sports-car people as this behemoth normally takes corners as nimbly all the smaller cars.
Wednesday, February 18, 2015
2014 Mercedes Benz E Class Cabriolet
Mercedes-Benz has restyled the Coupe and Cabriolet members of the E-Class family for the 2014 model year. The bold new styling is combined with sophisticated new assistance systems which are part of Mercedes-Benz "intelligent drive." These new systems include technology that can help prevent accidents with crossing vehicles or pedestrians as well as an enhanced version of Active Lane Keeping Assist. Visually, Coupe and Cabriolet have been brought in line with the new Mercedes-Benz design idiom. These models also feature exclusive, luxurious appointments for refined driving, which are hallmarks of the entire E-Class family. The 2014 E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet go on sale in the U.S. in Summer 2013.
The classic Coupe and the four-seat Cabriolet versions of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class are among the most coveted vehicles in the premium medium-size segment. With intelligent and efficient technology as well as luxurious and comfortable appointments, both are uncompromisingly designed for passionate driving enjoyment. They are therefore regarded as emotionally appealing highlights of the successful E-Class family. Both on the outside and inside the design is fresh, sharpened and so ideally reflects the many new technical features.
Dr. Joachim Schmidt, Executive Vice President Sales and Marketing Mercedes- Benz Cars: "Three words suffice to very briefly characterize the Coupe and the four-seater Cabriolet: stunning, athletic, passionate. Especially gratifying is that both cars also offer the most intelligent engineering that currently can be had. This makes both of them genuine dream cars."
Design: E-motional appeal in top formThe new look of the E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet is accentuated by the redesigned front end with new headlamps which contain all functional elements within a single lens. The headlamps are fitted with partial LED lights as standard, while full LED technology is available as an option for the first time in this segment. Flowing light elements within the headlamps ensure that the "four-eye" look typical of the E-Class is retained.
The new, more V-shaped front bumpers with large air intakes clearly accentuate the athletic character. The bold front end puts a distinctive, sporty face forward, but at the same time emphasizes the close relationship of the Coupe and Cabriolet with the redesigned E-Class Sedan.
The rear fenders, whose powerfully muscular shape has been retained, lend visual emphasis to the rear-wheel drive of the sporty cars. New tail lights and a wide rear bumper with a chrome trim element additionally underscore the aggressive appearance of these models.
The proportions, with a long hood, extended side line, flat roof and powerful rear end, are those of a classic coupe. Traditional styling features that make the Mercedes-Benz Coupes unmistakable – for instance the layout of the fully retractable side windows, which is unbroken by B-pillars – lend emphasis to the distinctive lines of the two-door car.
Fully retractable side windows are characteristic also of the four-seater Cabriolet and give emphasis to the clear proportions with a gently rising shoulder line from the front to the trunk lid.
Elegant interior
Mercedes-Benz also has restyled the interior of the 2014 E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet and tastefully matched it to the expressive exterior. Fine materials, two-piece trim stretching across the entire dashboard, and clean surfaces dominate in the interior.
All models in the entire 2014 E-Class family feature an analog clock between the redesigned air vents and console switches are now finished in chrome.
The interior is further characterized by a redesigned center console without a gear selector lever as well as a new three-spoke multifunction steering wheel with DIRECT SELECT shift lever and shift paddles. This makes room for additional storage space and larger cup holders.
A special highlight of the new E-Class Cabriolet is its acoustic soft top with high-grade insulation, giving it the lowest noise level in its class. The unique acoustic cabriolet soft top ensures that little wind noise penetrates the interior even at high speeds.
With the top down, the standard AIRCAP, which reduces interior turbulence and wind noise, ensures exceptional convertible driving comfort, especially in the rear seat. Now at speeds over 25 mph the AIRCAP system deploys automatically, and at speeds less than 10 mph the wind deflector in the windshield frame is automatically retracted again to present the E-Class Cabriolet in its purest and most beautiful form during slow driving and at a stop. The wind deflector between the rear head restraints responds to the number of occupants, which it automatically recognizes by the buckled rear seat belts, and adjusts the position of the extendible wind deflector in the front and rear accordingly.
The available AIRSCARF neck-level heating extends the convertible season by making comfortable top-down driving possible even at low exterior temperatures.
Limitless individual appointments
E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet offer virtually unlimited possibilities for individual configuration. New interior colors and color combinations, such as blue with contrasting beige boldly brings a breath of fresh air to the exclusive ambience of the two E-Class athletes.
"Intelligent drive" with new assistance systems from the future
As in the Sedan and Wagon, new assistance systems that combine comfort and safety also are being introduced in the 2014 E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet. Mercedes-Benz refers to all this as "intelligent drive."
The basis for this is formed by state-of-the-art sensors – for instance a Stereo Multi-Purpose Camera in the vicinity of the rearview mirror that produces a three-dimensional view of the area up to 165 feet in front of the vehicle, and is able to monitor the overall situation ahead up to a range of 1,640 feet. Part of the Driver Assistance Package, intelligent algorithms combine the data of the stereo camera with that of the installed radar sensors. They perform an evaluation of this three-dimensional visual information in order to detect vehicles that are driving ahead, oncoming or crossing, as well as pedestrians and road markings within a large field of vision, and to carry out a spatial classification of moving objects.
The 2014 Coupe and Cabriolet are fitted with standard COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST, a radar-based collision warning system with adaptive brake assist systems, which helps to significantly reduce the risk of a collision. Also part of the standard equipment is ATTENTION ASSIST, which is now able to warn of inattentiveness and drowsiness across a wider speed range, and also inform the driver about his level of fatigue and the amount of driving time which has elapsed since the last break. It also offers an adjustable sensitivity level.
Optionally available on all 2014 E-Class Models are a number of assistance systems which are either new or now feature enhanced functions. The following is an overview of the innovations:
- DISTRONIC PLUS® with Steering Assist can help the driver keep the vehicle centered in its lane and can semi-autonomously track lines of traffic.
- For the first time, the Brake Assist system BAS PLUS® with Intersection Assist is able to detect crossing traffic and pedestrians too, and boost the braking power applied by the driver accordingly.
- The PRE-SAFE® Brake can detect pedestrians and initiate autonomous braking to avoid a collision at speeds up to 30 mph
- PRE-SAFE® PLUS can recognize an imminent rear-end collision, then prompts the PRE-SAFE® system to trigger occupant protection measures to reduce the forces to which occupants are subjected. It can also firmly apply the stationary vehicles brakes in the event of a rearend collision to prevent secondary accidents.
- The Active Lane Keeping Assist now can detect when the adjacent lane is not clear, including when it is occupied by oncoming traffic. If a collision threatens, even if the lane marking is not a solid line the system can prevent the vehicle from leaving its lane unintentionally by applying the brakes on one side. It thus optimally supplements the Active Blind Spot Assist.
- Active Parking Assist enables automated parking with active steering and brake control in both parallel and perpendicular spaces
- The 360-degree camera covers all four sides of the vehicle and enables a seamless all-around view including a virtual birds-eye perspective – with a top view of the vehicle and its direct surroundings. Dynamic guide lines are a help when entering and leaving parking spaces and maneuvering.
Professor Dr. Thomas Weber, Member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG, responsible for Group Research and Mercedes-Benz Cars Development: "The new E-Class makes a big step forward in every respect. With an emotionally appealing design it provides for fresh highlights in its segment. And in technical respect it offers unique things. They include new assistance systems from the future S-Class which, for example, relieve driver stress with steering assist, DISTRONIC PLUS® and for the first time also can prevent accidents with crossing vehicles or pedestrians. In addition, the EClass achieves best ratings in the area of efficiency, offers an internet-capable cloud-based infotainment system and improves night-time driving safety with state-of-the-art LED headlamps. So the E-Class is a veritable high-tech package – a very attractively packaged one at that."
Drive system: high-performing and a model of efficiency
All the available engines for the 2014 E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet now feature an ECO start/stop system and are highly efficient. The E350 features a directinjection V6 gasoline engine with 302 hp and 273 lb ft of torque. The E550 is powered by a twin-turbo direct-injection V8 producing 402 hp and 443 lb-ft of torque.
The E350 Coupe is also available in the U.S. with 4MATIC All-Wheel-Drive. The electronically-controlled system displays an impressive level of traction on all manner of terrain, raises active safety and offers an outstanding degree of driveline refinement.
Mercedes-Benz offers a 7-speed automatic transmission with DIRECT SELECT lever and shift paddles. This latest version of this transmission provides significant advantages in terms of efficiency and ease of maintenance. A new feature is the short-term ‘M’ mode. If the driver has shifted up or down manually, after a set period of time the transmission independently switches back to the fuel-efficient automatic shift mode.
The suspension – the basis for superior handling
The 2014 E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet feature the AGILITY CONTROL suspension with selective damping system. Its shock absorbers adapt to the condition of the road surface and ensure sporty handling and long-distance comfort typical of Mercedes-Benz.
Alternatively available are the AGILITY CONTROL sports suspension with selective damping system and more tautly tuned dampers as well as the ADVANCED AGILITY package, which offers electronic damping control along with a program for selecting sportier accelerator characteristics and transmission shift points. With this, at the push of a button the driver can adjust the damping to his requirements depending on whether he wants to drive in a comfortable or sporty style.
Like the Sedan and Wagon, the Coupe and Cabriolet are equipped with an electromechanical Direct-Steer system as standard. It combines the speeddependent power assistance of speed-sensitive steering with a variable ratio across the steering angle range. The electromechanical Direct-Steer system ensures more direct steering response, comfortable handling, and high levels of steering comfort across all speed ranges. It also provides considerable Page 7 savings potential, since energy is only required during steering action, and makes innovative assistance systems such as Active Parking Assist possible.
High-quality appointments
The 2014 E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet feature a comprehensive selection of premium equipment as standard. It includes a modern range of infotainment systems that allow the driver to keep up to date on what is happening around the world, or in the office, while on the road.
Standard equipment includes the COMAND system featuring a 7-inch highresolution color display, sound system w/ AM/FM/WB radio, in-dash DVD/CD player, in-dash memory card slot, auxiliary input jack and Bluetooth interface for hands-free calling.
Additionally, Mercedes-Benz offers the mbrace2 system as standard equipment. mbrace2 provides drivers top-of-the-line features related to safety, infotainment, personal assistance and vehicle care. mbrace2 creates a truly networked vehicle offering open Internet access and custom versions of popular apps, including Facebook, Yelp and Google Local Search designed specifically for in-vehicle use - called Mercedes-Benz Apps. It also includes a solution to remotely update software via cloud networks ensuring that mbrace2 users always have the latest app versions in their vehicles and at their fingertips. Sensible user design and limited functionality of these Internetbased apps ensures that they provide maximum utility without unnecessary distraction when the vehicle is in motion; certain features are not available for use when the vehicle is in motion.
Models/Performance:
- E350 Coupe and Cabriolet: direct-injection 3.5-liter V6 (302 hp, 273 lb.-ft.)
- E350 4MATIC Coupe: all-wheel-drive, direct-injection 3.5-liter V6 (302 hp, 273 lb.-ft.)
- E550 Coupe and Cabriolet: 4.6-liter direct-injection biturbo V8 (402 hp, 443 lb.-ft.)
New Standard Feature Highlights:
- COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
- ECO Start/Stop
- ATTENTION ASSIST 2.0
- DIRECT SELECT Shifter
New Optional Feature Highlights:
- DISTRONIC PLUS® with Steering Assist
- PRE-SAFE BRAKE with Pedestrian Detection
- PRE-SAFE PLUS
- Active Lane Keeping Assist (enhanced)
- BAS PLUS® with Intersection Assist
- Active Parking Assist
- 360-degree camera
(Mercedes-Benz USA Press Release)
Sunday, February 15, 2015
Thursday, February 12, 2015
2012 Ford Taurus Owners Manual Pdf
2012 Ford Taurus Owners Manual Pdf - The 2012 Taurus is steam-powered by a three.5-liter V6 engine that produces 263 HP and 249 pound-feet of torsion. A six-speed transmission system and front-wheel drive ar commonplace, whereas all-wheel drive is obtainable as associate choice on SEL and restricted models. In Edmunds performance testing, a front-drive Taurus went from zero to sixty mph in seven.8 seconds -- a small indefinite amount slow for the category. Fuel economy with front-wheel drive is associate EPA-estimated eighteen mpg city/28 mpg route and twenty two mpg combined. All-wheel drive drops those numbers to 17/25/20.
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The 2012 Ford Taurus offers a cultured traveller cabin, although the employment of arduous plastics in an exceedingly few places detracts alittle from the upmarket feel. Door panels ar convincingly rough to appear like sewed animal skin, however ar arduous to the bit. a minimum of the inside is comfy, particularly with the facultative high-tech "multicontour" front seats with constitutional massage. The backseat offers generous head- and legroom even for good-sized adults. At 20.1 cubiform feet, the trunk is one among the biggest you will find on any sedan. Fold down the rear seats and also the Taurus offers up even more room.
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Monday, February 9, 2015
Ferrari 458 Spider Release Date Engine Specification And Price
Ferrari 458 Spider Release Date Engine Specification And Price
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Ferrari 458 Spider Release Date Engine Specification And Price-The particular Ferrari 458 Spider may be a car for those as considering being seen driving the most recent Ferrari as actually driving it. To be able to put it additional charitably, one for individuals who want an truly richer, noisier and much more evocative everyday driving experience as compared to currently wealthy, loud in addition to evocative. Ferrari 458 Italia will offer.
The launch regarding any new Ferrari brings from it plenty of excitement, but this vehicle was that little more significant when compared to a decapitation career. The Ferrari 458 Spider List was Maranello’s earliest mid-engined convertible creating a folding metal roofer – the world’s earliest, or so expressed Ferrari. The roof can be an aluminium arrangement that’s actually 25kg lighter when compared with cloth roof suitable for the F430 List, and motors from accessible to closed in merely 14 seconds. Additionally, it packages quite effectively, doesn’t compromise your 458’s aerodynamics while using roof up, and leaves area behind the car’s seats for virtually every small luggage ledge.
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Ferrari 458 Spider Release Date Engine Specification And Price
One consequence from your rearranged rear patio is that youll no longer employ a glass cover from the engine. Instead you get a painted contain with six setting extractors. The setting intakes, which about the particular coupe are located near to the B-pillar, have been changed back just as youre watching rear lights.
Mechanically, the Ferrari 458 Spider is certain to get more supple damper rates when compared to Italia, a gentler throttle map as well as a slightly fruitier break tune. Ferrari offers still left the comes and also anti-roll club identical to safeguard your fantastic leading response, lateral grip in addition to cornering ability from your coupe. The weight payment it carries prior to the coupe can be an extremely creditable 50kgs, which suggests there’s hardly almost any appreciable performance difference relating to the two cars. Ferrari quotes identical 3. 4sec to the 0-62mph sprint, and there’s only 4mph relating to the maximum speeds from your two cars – your Ferrari 458 Spider being your marginally slower.
If you think the cockpit from your exterior, you wonder in the event you’re going to discover the full roofless come across. This is partly with the buttresses behind your seats that besides contain the major hinging mechanism to the roof but also double as static rollover cafes. It’s a clever design as it means you don’t must have pop-up rollover bars and also the extra weight that accompany such a program, but it will certainly leave the 458 List looking almost just like a targa-roofed machine.
Any concern is dispelled whenever you get driving, because you perform feel open sufficient. With the noise in the V8 engine, the performance and also the rush of setting, driving it may be a more visceral experience when compared with coupe.
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| Ferrari 458 Spider Interior |
Ferrari 458 Spider Release Date Engine Specification And Price
As you’d assume, the fundamentals with the car are just like the coupe. The actual steering is amazingly incisive and rapid; the car responds on an input in the wheel, with extremely little roll, which is caused by the stiff arrives and anti-roll club. It is very obedient and changes direction just like a darting fish by using a coral reef. Around the B-road you do should maintain alertness due to the fact camber changes may well slightly redirect the auto, so you should counter those. It’s not a problem, because you purchase a car like this to challenge you that is one aspect from your enjoyment of generating it.
The key question is when the Ferrari 458 Spider List has lost high of the Italia’s hardness. You can every once in awhile feel a quiver while using car, or a number of shimmy, but certainly not does it really feel loose structurally. On demanding region roads it keeps together completely convincingly which is very supple, specially when the least-extreme driver settings are widely-used. Occasionally – when you go over what can crossing, for example – you’ll really feel more clatter when compared with you’d get in the coupe, but 95 percent of times you’re not going to notice it.
The roof is straightforward to operate. Somebody press a transition and 14 just a few seconds later the roofer is either available or closed. In the event the roof goes reduced, the rear window drops into a position that is actually aerodynamically optimal pertaining to reducing buffeting. The roof itself may be a brilliant feat regarding packaging and simple to operate, although unlike nearly all contemporary coupé-cabriolets, you can’t build the roof once the car is transferring at slow speeds – you have to be stationary. The roof is at two pieces in addition to folds into a great number of litres of space creating a motion that is actually part-origami and part Houdini act.
Common the Ferrari 458 Spider List gels tremendously perfectly. You do lose that final edge from your coupe version, but in relation to dynamism and joy you lose absolutely nothing. Expert drivers for the circuit can inform the distinction – apparently your 458 Spider will be under 0. 5sec slower when compared with coupe around Ferrari’s Fiorano check out track. You certainly won’t produce this car while using nagging regret at the back of your mind that you can have gone to the coupe.
Friday, February 6, 2015
2015 Fiat Punto Design Review
2015 Fiat Punto Design Review
2015 Fiat Punto Review
2015 Fiat Punto Design Review- The Fiat Punto is one of Fiats famous car, solid and exceptionally open super-smaller than usual hatchback. The auto was initially dispatched in 1993 and after more than 20 years underway, 8.5 million Puntos have been taken off. Presently in its third era, the most recent Punto profits from great new styling and Fiats innovatively developed motors which are extremely modest to run and have low natural effect. New Fiat Punto costs stay aggressive with the essential entrance model posting at just over £10k.
The Fiat Punto has experienced different overhauls amid its recognized history. The auto was propelled to supplant the maturing Fiat Uno and attained prompt applause, winning European Car of the Year in 1994. There are some models, such as Sports, GT and another convertible models were added to this winning outline and the Punto appreciated high deals into the new Millennium. After effective variations with the Grande Punto and Punto van, the third era Punto was presented in 2012 with a fresh out of the box new tail and lodge in addition to cutting edge motor engineering.
2015 Fiat Punto Design
Wellbeing, style and innovation work in impeccable concordance on board the new 2015 Fiat Punto. The high-quality steel body, slope begin and mist lights all come as standard. Inside, the upgraded lodge offers a great decision of refined shade mixes. These are supplemented by a slick and ergonomic control board emphasizing an advanced ready for framework and driver help. With a wide decision of variants in 3 or 5-entryway, in addition to manual or programmed transmission, the new Punto 2015 model offers exceptional alternatives for those needing an overall prepared and demonstrated entertainer, gloating a shockingly sharp new lodge. Low fuel utilization in addition to shoddy and generally accessible extra parts make the Punto a decent money related decision, particularly given that offer on qualities have dependably been solid.
2015 Fiat Punto Design Review
There are four classes of Fiat Punto accessible. Air-sacks, ABS brakes, focal locking and electric windows all come as standard with the section Punto Pop, though the Easy trim includes more gimmicks and refinement. Fiat have likewise delivered two extra games style models; the GBT extraordinary version and the high-performing and unique Punto Sporting. With an aggregate of 23 spec mixes accessible, the decision is extraordinary. Orangewheels has a percentage of the best arrangements accessible on the new Fiat Punto, look at our marked down costs above to see simply precisely the extent to which you could save money on your next new auto.
2015 Fiat Punto Engine
When we discuss the power performance, 2015 Fiat Punto offers four motor decisions, including the 68ps 1.2-liter and 90ps 1.4-liter petrols, and a 1.3-liter turbo diesel in 76ps and 93ps trims, all combined to a standard five-rate manual gearbox.
2015 Fiat Punto Price and Released
At that point, as an auto which has not been presented yet, the absence of data wont be found with respect to its appearance just, however, you will likewise discover the absence of data concerning the motor determination of this auto. At long last, to have this auto, you need to hold up until the following 2015 concerning its presenting date and with respect to the cost, there is still no accurate data on the cost of this 2015 Fiat Punto.
Tuesday, February 3, 2015
2015 Volkswagen Cross Blue Coupe Concept Exterior and Interior Walkaro
At the 2013 Shanghai Auto Show, Volkswagen gave the public a spectacular glimpse of the future - and of a new SUV design era - in presenting the world premiere of the CrossBlue Coupé. Klaus Bischoff, Head of Design for the Volkswagen Brand: “The disproportionately high growth in the SUV segment gives us designers the opportunity to implement an even stronger diversification of models. In the CrossBlue Coupé we are showing the potential of our Volkswagen design DNA. This concept vehicle will undoubtedly have an influence on future SUV models.” The Head of Design continues: “The CrossBlue Coupé lives by a harmonious triad: rugged in appearance, sporty in proportions and showing a reserved elegance in its sculptural shapes and lines.”
Oliver Stefani, lead designer for the project on Klaus Bischoff’s design team: “A highlight is the front-end design of the CrossBlue Coupé. The established theme of horizontal lines as a brand signature is perfected by complete integration of the headlights. Distinctive chrome accents in the lower area emphasise the SUV character of the CrossBlue Coupé and are intuitively perceived as corresponding to the upper grille.”Dynamic sports car performance. The CrossBlue Coupé is powered by a plug-in hybrid system that is as fuel efficient as it is sporty. A V6 turbo direct petrol injection engine (TSI) works together with two electric motors here; maximum system power is as much as 305 kW / 415 PS. When the car’s full power potential is utilised, the SUV becomes a sports car: The Volkswagen accelerates to 100 km/h in a mere 5.9 seconds, and its maximum speed is 236 km/h.
Fuel efficiency of a compact. Despite its impressive dynamic performance, the CrossBlue Coupé has a combined fuel consumption of just 3.0 l/100 km (in the new European driving cycle or NEDC). Even in hybrid mode fuel consumption (sub-cycle with discharged battery powered by just the TSI drive), the SUV - which is nearly 4.9 metres in length - consumes just 6.9 l/100 km of fuel. This value enables a theoretical range of around 1,190 kilometres (with a fuel tank capacity of 80 litres) before the car needs to be refuelled.
Zero emissions in the city. The CrossBlue Coupé can be driven in all-electric mode, i.e. without any emissions at all, over a distance of up to 33 kilometres (at a maximum speed of 120 km/h). To intentionally use this especially eco-friendly mode in urban areas, the driver can push a button to select the all-electric drive mode. As a production vehicle, the concept vehicle - which is based on the new modular transverse matrix (MQB) - could also be fitted with conventional drive systems (four and six-cylinder engines) configured for a wide variety of fuels (petrol, diesel, CNG).
Comfort of a premium class SUV. This Volkswagen, equipped with five comfortable seats and a boot that can hold up to 1,101 litres of luggage, depending on the configuration, belongs to the SUV avant-garde, both technically and visually. The CrossBlue Coupé is also one of the safest SUVs worldwide thanks to the electronic stabilisation programme, an all-wheel drive with “propshaft by wire” that is engineered for dynamic performance and safety and up to ten airbags.
Dynamic exterior design
Sharp proportions. The CrossBlue Coupé is exactly 4,889 mm long, 2,015 mm wide and just 1,679 mm high. These dimensions give the CrossBlue Coupé a very low-profile, very wide and extended appearance that expresses exceptional confidence together with its large track widths (1,709 mm front, 1,726 mm rear), 2,980 mm wheelbase that is extremely long in relation to the exterior length and 22-inch alloy wheels (with 285/44 tyres) that were specially designed for the concept car.
Sporty side profile. The concept features a long and broad bonnet with integrated air inlets, a roof line that is also long (with integrated roof spoiler) and, as mentioned, a very short front overhang. A number of other design features are also stylistically impressive. For one, the SUV is equipped with a very low-profile A-pillar and what is known in design jargon as a very “fast”, i.e. markedly swept-back C-pillar. This C-pillar resembles a spanned arch that terminates with an arrow pointing forward. Another stylistic feature is an arrow in the form of a completely re-designed character line. Designers have combined two lines here. The first dominant line starts in the upper area of the rear lights and runs precisely at the height of the door handles; the second line starts beneath the rear lights and ends in the front wing. The space between the two lines narrows towards the front and ends beneath the A-pillar in a stylised chrome air outlet. These very precise lines create very special dynamics and significantly reduce the visual centre of gravity of the SUV which is painted in “CrossOrange Metallic”. The paint shows exceptional depth, which is achieved by using special pigment particles (“Coloured Aluminium”).
The chrome accents above the side sill on the doors are practically reflections of the double character line; also worked in here is “Anthracite” trim that matches the colour of the lower side sill panels and of the wheel arch trim.
Volkswagen designers also came up with completely new styling for the 22-inch alloy wheels of the CrossBlue Coupé. Designed in polished aluminium, they exhibit five V-shaped dual spokes whose inner surfaces have a matt look. At the wheel centre, the round VW logo with five trim pieces painted in body colour present another design element.
Despite the dynamic styling of the vehicle’s sides, everyday practicality is not by any means an afterthought in this Volkswagen. Examples are the wide opening doors that enable optimal entry and exit. This is further enhanced by extending the doors down further into the sill area - yet another improvement for getting in and out of the car. Moreover, this keeps the sills clean - and clothing as well.
The ports for the fuel tank and battery were uniformly integrated into the design of the CrossBlue Coupé. As is usual with Volkswagen, the fuel filler neck is located under a lid on the right side of the vehicle. The cover for the electrical outlet is located symmetrically on the left side. It consists of one socket for charging the high-voltage battery and another for connecting electric devices; this interface (16 A, 230 V) makes the CrossBlue Coupé an emergency generator as needed.
Front end has 3D look. A key element of the Volkswagen design DNA is the predominance of horizontal lines. The front end of the new CrossBlue Coupé follows this DNA to perfection – yet with completely new styling. Volkswagen has created a new layout of the entire front end by systematically integrated its lighting architecture into the body design here. Key elements of the front end design here are the free-standing LED headlights, LED light signature and radiator grille trim.
The radiator grille trim – consisting of two polished aluminium struts and the VW logo – is now a 3D element extending into the headlights. The lateral ends of the upper strut are used for the daytime running lights; this creates an “eyebrows” light signature that gives the CrossBlue Coupé a very special charisma. Meanwhile, the lower cross strut is a pure aluminium element that extends from beneath the free-standing LED headlights into the wings. The entire radiator grille unit is surrounded by a high-gloss black frame.
The lines of the LED light signature extend into the aea below the bumper that is painted in “Cross Orange”. Here, these lines of the LED running lights border the lateral air inlets and the central engine air intake ? the LED elements trace the three-dimensional body edges with light. Underbody protection terminates the lower front end.
Exclusive rear section. As with the front end, the designers implemented the LED rear lights in a 3D look and with aluminium elements. The upper area of the rear lights extends from the centre of the boot lid right into the wings or character lines; this carries the side profile theme into the rear view, which extends into the rear lights. The borderline is marked by an aluminium stripe under which two more lighting elements are integrated on each side.
The prominent tailpipes are designed in stainless steel; they were integrated into a polished aluminium trim panel that runs horizontally. Beneath this is a rugged anthracite-coloured area, in which a stainless steel underbody protection panel has been designed, like at the front end. The anthracite-coloured elements that terminate the body, together with the wheel arch trim in the same colour, create a stylistic feature that runs around the entire car. Practical: The boot lid opens and closes electrically.
Exclusive high-tech interior
Urbane ambience of an elegant lounge. An especially prominent feature of the elegant and clean interior of the five-seat CrossBlue Coupé is a horizontal dashboard, which, like a wing, extends into the door trim on each side. The dominant materials here are a velvety soft Nappa leather in two colour tones (“Anthracite Pearl” and “Asphalto”), chrome surfaces (polished in the top view, but sandblasted matt on their chamfered edges), dark aluminium and naturally-treated wood accents that are processed without any chemical additives. Configurable ambience lighting is also integrated in the interior in two colours (according to the driving mode); in its main mode it matches the “Cross Orange” of the exterior paint. The interplay of forms, colours and materials makes a masculine impression that is typical of an SUV, but it also creates the urbane ambience of an elegant lounge.
At the very top, the dashboard is framed by “Anthracite Pearl” coloured leather with dark contrasting seams. On the next level down, there is a cross panel made of dark aluminium that integrates the cockpit display (12.3 inch), air vents and central info display (10.1 inch). There is a delicate chrome strip in the middle of this area; the air vents and displays also have chrome surrounds.
On the next lower level, designers have incorporated an anthracite-coloured wood inlay – made of spruce wood that is manufactured into a work of art. It extends to the sides as well as over the centre console; the wood grain of this porous 3D veneer precisely follows the shapes of the dashboard. Below the wood inlay there is an area designed in lighter-coloured Nappa leather (“Asphalto”). The ambience lighting runs in a narrow strip between the wood and leather on the dashboard and the centre console as well as on the door trim panels; on the dark surfaces, the illuminated strip gives the effect of flowing magma as it winds its way through volcanic rock. The roof pillars and roofliner are trimmed in a dark Alcantara (in “Graphite” colour).
Five comfortable seats. The seat system is also fully upholstered in elegant Nappa leather. The breathing-active natural material is especially pleasing to the touch, and the leather surfaces emit an elegant shimmer due to a slight pearl effect. The individual seat panels are designed in either the dark “Anthracite Pearl” or the contrasting “Asphalto”. The colour shading visually emphasises the masculine sculpting of the seats. Reverse seams that run horizontally in the seats, as well as another reverse seam on the armrest between the driver and front passenger seats, are sophisticated manufacturing features with handcrafted qualities. The rear bench seat (three seating positions with a bucket seat look at the outer seats) has a 1/3 to 2/3 split, folds and offers fore-aft adjustment.
The car comes to life. The way in which Volkswagen integrates contemporary technologies in an elegant material world of aluminium, wood and leather makes a unique statement. As soon as the driver’s door is opened, the controls “come to life”. When the “Engine” (Start) pushbutton is pressed, the switches for climate and headlight control instantly lift from their rest positions. Synchronous to this, all of the display layouts appear on the monitors, and the ambience lighting is activated.
Form and function in harmony. All significant switches in the passenger compartment (except for the hazard lights switch) are designed as soft touch switches; their touch control is similar to that of a touchscreen. The uppermost level of the centre console contains the button controls for seat heating and air circulation as well as the hazard lights switch. As noted, beneath these, the three turn knobs for climate control (four-zone automatic climate control) travel outwards when the ignition is activated. The left and right knobs control the temperature, and the middle knob controls the blower level; the temperature setpoint and blower level are shown directly in their respective control knobs.
Arranged conveniently on the right side, next to the gear lever grip, are the button controls for individual operating modes and ESC deactivation (e.g. when driving in deep snow): “Sport” and “Eco”, “Offroad” and “ESC Off”, “Charge” and “EV” (electric driving). For optimal ergonomics and an intuitive layout, the gear shift panel in this area on the driver’s side ascents later and then at a steeper angle than on the passenger’s side.
The 6-speed gearbox operates with short actuating travel. The selection lever – located at the far left of the gearshift panel – was furnished with a new by wire switch logic: Like a joystick, the selection lever continually returns to its middle position; the classical “D”, “R” and “N” levels are activated by a short kick; shifting into the “P” position is by a separate pushbutton that is ergonomically integrated in the selector lever. The start-stop button (“Engine”) was intuitively integrated on the right of the gear shift lever.
Infotainment touchscreen. Located centrally on the centre console is a 10.1 inch touchscreen with proximity sensors. The large touchscreen is not only used to control all infotainment and entertainment functions, but also to access the status of the hybrid system. The type of representation changes according to the driving mode. Consider navigation: in the “Sport” mode, buildings are “suppressed” in the 3D map representation; they recede for a clearer and less busy graphic image during fast driving. On the other hand, an animated 3D representation is shown in the “Eco” mode, in which buildings rise up on the horizon; those who have seen the science fiction movie “Inception” will recognise this special effect.
Programmable instrument cluster. The instrument cluster (12.3 inches) is designed with analogue “hardware” – i.e. with two classic round instruments (“tubes”) – but its software is completely digital and therefore user programmable. And so it offers a wide variety of functions and displays. One example: The CrossBlue Coupé can be driven in five different drive modes: “Eco,” “Sport,” “Offroad,” “EV” and “Charge.” The selection switches for these drive modes are located in the middle of the centre console, which appears to be free floating, to the right of the gear shift lever. Information specifically related to the “Eco” mode is animated in “Orange”, while the theme colour switches to red for the dynamic “Sport” mode. The basic scales and figures are always shown in white.
The type of information that is precisely and clearly displayed also changes between the “Eco” and “Sport” modes. In the “Eco” mode, the Powermeter and battery status are two of the items shown in the left round instrument, while the right instrument assumes speedometer and fuel gauge functionalities. In the middle instrument – identical in both modes – users can access functions such as the gear indicator, driving ranges, compass, weather, clock and - in Navigation mode - the remaining distance to the destination. It is also possible to access detailed information about the local area (Points of Interest [POI] or the locations of friends). In “Sport” mode, the left round instrument shows the tachometer and displays torque and battery status at its centre; the Powermeter is also “reduced”.
iPad in the head restraints. A mobile mini iPad has been integrated in each of the head restraints of the first seating row, so that guests in the rear seating area can also fully enjoy the audio, video and online programme. Meanwhile, a Dynaudio sound system delivers a crystal-clear world of sound.
Space for loading. A 537-litre boot opens up behind the second row of seats (loaded up to the lower edge of the side windows; with integrated spare wheel). If a tyre mobility set is on board instead of the spare wheel, cargo capacity is increased to an impressive 609 litres. When the second row of seats is folded down, the load volume rises to an astonishing 1,101 litres (1,029 litres with spare wheel).
Efficient and dynamic drive technology
MQB as high-tech alliance. The technical basis of the CrossBlue Coupé is the new Modular Transverse Matrix (MQB) of Volkswagen AG. Within the MQB, certain parameters are maintained uniformly across model series and brands – such as the mounting orientations of all engines. The modular component system also offers variable parameters that can be optimally and individually implemented in a wide variety of models. They include the wheelbase (CrossBlue Coupé: 2,980 mm), track widths and wheel sizes. All new MQB models are designed so that – along with the classic types of drive systems (petrol and diesel engines) – they can always be built as natural gas, hybrid or E-models as well.
Efficient alliance of V6 TSI and E-motor. In the concept car now being presented in Shanghai, the MQB front suspension and four-link rear suspension, the electromechanical MQB steering, the 220 kW / 299 PS V6 TSI of the EA390 engine series and an automatic 6-speed DSG (DQ 400 E) meld with electrical components. They include the lithium-ion battery in the centre tunnel as well as the front E-motor with 40 kW and the rear E-motor with 85 kW.
Maximum fuel economy. With its combination of pioneering fuel economy and the highest standards of driving dynamics, the CrossBlue Coupé – which can be driven to a top speed of 236 km/h – is an SUV that is as efficient as it is sporty. As already noted, one of the most innovative plug-in hybrid systems ever (V6 TSI + two E-motors + dual-clutch gearbox + “propshaft by wire”) has let Volkswagen achieve a predicted fuel consumption of 3.0 l/100 km for the all-wheel drive SUV according to the European standard for electric hybrid vehicles ECE-R101.
Maximum dynamic performance. Despite its tremendous efficiency, the 305 kW CrossBlue Coupé exhibits dynamic performance. The SUV completes the sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in an extremely short 5.9 seconds. Its V6 TSI develops a maximum torque of 500 Newton meters from low revs starting at 1,800 rpm. The electric motors also make a powerful appearance. In the CrossBlue Coupé, the electric motors contribute 180 Newton meters (front) and 270 Newton meters (rear). In boosting – when the full power potentials of the engine and electric motors are combined – the drive system can produce a total system torque of up to 700 Newton meters.
Zero emissions whenever possible. The CrossBlue Coupé can be driven in five different operating modes: “Eco,” “Sport,” “Offroad,” “EV” and “Charge”. The default mode, in which the Volkswagen is started, is the classic “Eco” hybrid mode; it optimally manages use of the drive sources. The electric motors are used for propulsive power as often as possible in this mode. The driver can switch to the Sport mode by pressing a button; in this case, the vehicle exploits the maximum power of the drive system. As described above, there are also an Offroad mode (permanent all-wheel drive), EV mode (driving with zero emissions) and a Charge mode (battery charging).
EV mode. Powered by its lithium-ion battery, the CrossBlue Coupé can cover a distance of up to 33 km in pure electric mode; in this mode, its top speed is limited to 120 km/h. In EV mode, only the 85 kW E-motor at the rear axle provides propulsion. In all-electric driving, the V6 TSI is decoupled from the drivetrain by opening the clutch, and the engine is shut off. As soon as there is a need for TSI power - because of the battery charge state or other parameters - it is coupled to the drivetrain again, jolt-free, within fractions of a second.
Battery in the centre tunnel. In all-electric driving, the E-motors are supplied with energy from one of the eight modules that make up the lithium-ion battery. The battery has an energy capacity of 9.9 kWh and is housed in the centre tunnel. The power electronics unit – which is integrated in the front engine compartment and operates at a voltage level of around 375 Volt – manages the flow of high-voltage energy to and from the battery and the electric motors. Meanwhile, a DC/DC converter supplies the body electrical system with the 12 Volt electrical power it requires. The electric drive system does not impose any limitations on interior space whatsoever. The battery can be charged either by external power sources (230 Volt connections) or while driving.
Charging at the push of a button. The driver can intentionally switch over to Charge mode (by pressing another button on the centre console). In this mode, the battery is charged by petrol engine while driving, e.g. so that enough electrical energy can be stored in the battery for later zero-emissions driving at a destination in an urban area. Various other operating modes, described below, are automatically set as a function of the specific driving situation.
Coasting. As soon as the driver releases the accelerator pedal, the engine and electric motors are decoupled from the drivetrain, provided that the battery is sufficiently charged. This is referred to as “coasting”. No emissions are generated here either.
Battery regeneration mode. Whenever the driver releases the accelerator pedal or applies the brakes, and the battery is insufficiently charged, the two electric motors act as generators and feed energy recovered from the brakes into the lithium-ion battery. In this case, the TSI is also shut off and decoupled from the drivetrain.
Boosting. When very sporty performance is called for, the E-motors form an alliance with the TSI. This combining of forces is known as “boosting”, in which the CrossBlue Coupé is driven by all four wheels.
Offroad with “propshaft by wire.” All four wheels are also driven whenever the driver intentionally activates Offroad mode (once again by pressing a button on the centre console). In this case, and when the battery’s charge is low, the front electric motor – which is now supplied with energy by the V6 TSI – operates exclusively as a generator and supplies electrical power to its counterpart at the rear axle. Since the energy for driving the rear wheels flows by wire and not mechanically, this is referred to as “propshaft by wire”. The all-wheel drive system is still operational, even when the battery is in a low charge state, because the TSI drives the rear E-motor via the front E-motor in Offroad mode.
Driving with the TSI. When the petrol engine is the sole source of propulsive power, the CrossBlue Coupé is a pure front-wheel drive vehicle. The concept car is still very fuel efficient here, because of the efficient technology of the turbocharged six-cylinder engine with direct fuel injection. Another indication of the V6 TSI’s efficiency is what is known as “hybrid fuel consumption”; this is measured in a sub-cycle of the European ECE-R101 standard, in which the CrossBlue Coupé is driven with a fully discharged battery, so that it is essentially only powered by the TSI engine. This test yields a very good combined fuel consumption of 6.9 l/100 km.
Facts overview
- Name: CrossBlue Coupé
- Character: SUV with TSI plug-in hybrid for up to five persons
- World premiere: 20 April 2013, Shanghai
- Fuel consumption (NEDC for plug-in hybrid vehicles): 3.0 l/100 km
- Driving performance: V/max. 236 km/h, V/max. electric mode 120 km/h
- Dimensions: Length 4,889; width 2,015 mm; height 1,673 mm; ?track widths: front/rear 1,713 mm/1,713 mm
- Weight: Unladen weight: 2,220 kg (concept car with battery system)
- Drive units / power / transmission: V6 TSI 220 kW; E-motors: front 40 kW, rear 85 kW; system power (TSI + battery) 305 kW; 6-speed DSG
- Battery: Eight lithium ion modules; energy capacity 9.9 kWh
- Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive (via TSI and front E-motor); all-wheel drive (via TSI and E-motor(s)); rear-wheel drive (via rear E-motor)
- Driving modes: Eco mode, Sport mode, Offroad mode, EV mode, Charge mode
(VW Press Release)
Saturday, January 31, 2015
New 2014 Lexus CT 200h F Sport Price and Review
New 2014 Lexus CT 200h F Sport Price and Review
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| New 2014 Lexus CT 200h F Sport Price and Review |
New 2014 Lexus CT 200h F Sport Price and Review - It goes without saying that the Lexus CT 200h is about as interesting an auto you can discover for a crossover hatch . Lexus has done a great deal of work to bring out the best of this model in the past few years, actually including the exceptional axle grille styling for the 2014 model. Yet even that wasnt sufficient for the organization on the grounds that lo and observe, we now have the Lexus CT 200h F Sport.
The graduation from the standard model to the unified with a F Sport stamp of endorsement is generally restricted to tasteful and flight optimized progressions, however the contrast between the two is really exceptional, especially on how sportier and more forceful the front segment of the CT 200h F Sport looks. Those supplements truly do a ton to bring out the mixtures threatening look, correct?
We surely think thus, and that is one of the reasons why we appreciate the model, other than its clear execution and proficiency numbers.
Specifications :
year: 2014
make: Lexus
Model: CT
price: $ 35230
Engine: inline-4
Horsepower @ RPM: 134
MPG(Cty): 43
MPG(Hwy): 40
Displacement: 1.8 L
0-60 time: 9.8 sec.
Top Speed: 113 mph
New 2014 Lexus CT 200h F Sport Price and Review
Exterior
The outer surface of the CT 200h F Sport is one that might be best depicted as energetic and modern, and that is even without all the included goodies that accompanies the F Sport bundle. It doesnt have the tasteful reserve of its huge sibling models, yet the CT 200h still profits from Lexus extraordinary outline qualities.
The organizations exceptional axle grille is up front on the front area of the hatchback and is finely supplemented by the striking LED headlights that have likewise turned into a Lexus outline staple. Adding energy to the look of the trapdoor are the brawny wheel curves, the steeply raked roofline, and the profound back spoiler, bringing out a reasonable picture of an auto that means genuine business.
When you include the F Sport bundle into the mix, the CT 200h accepts an alternate round of air motion facilitating alterations, including new upper and easier grille supplements, to run with a front bumper marker and another set of 17-creep 5-twin spoke composite wheels with a two-tone graphite and machine complete.
Interior
Lexus notoriety for being an extravagance Japanese mark plainly shows itself in how the organization treated the inside of the CT 200h. From the structure fitting can seats to the stacked comfort highlighted by a 8-inch LCD multifunction show, the CT 200hs lodge is a picture of class and style.
It could be a smidgen of a shock for an auto like the CT 200h to accept this sort of lodge, however Lexus doesnt bargain with its models, particularly those that have a multi-business sector offer like this mixture hatchback.
The mimicked calfskin that is 60 percent lighter than true conceals is likewise a welcome expansion, as are the bamboo speaker outlines, and splendidly lit gages that makes for a magnetic stylish dynamic for the CT 200h.
Discussing the protracted standard and discretionary characteristics of the CT 200h, you might be inspired with the keyless ignition, Bluetooth without hands matching for voice and sound streaming, ipod control, Siriusxm satellite radio, and the Lexus Safety Connect framework, around others.
Drivetrain
The CT 200h F Sports powertrain flow was left in place, leaving minimal in the method for trust for enhancements in execution. That being said, the mixture powertrain characteristics the same 1.8-liter, inline-four motor and a high-yield electric-drive engine with EV mode as its base variant.
Joined together, the CT 200h F Sport is still fit for processing an unassuming 134 pull. That wont pass your socks over however with an enhanced mileage of 43 mpg in the city and 40 mpg on the parkway, the CT 200h F Sports half breed setup will make the auto worth the trouble for the commonplace city driver.
Price
The base Lexus CT 200h has a beginning cost of $32,050, however the CT 200h F Sport pushes the cost up to $35,230. Including the F Sport bundle with Nulux pushes the cost up to $38,120.
Competitors
Audi A3 Sportback E-Tron As of right now, the CT 200h F Sport doesnt have a ton in the method for contending models, however in the event that theres one that can truly make Lexus sweat, its the approaching Audi A3 Sportback E-Tron.
Like the CT 200h F Sport, the A3 Sportback E-Tron will convey a cross breed motor emphasizing a 1.4-liter, gas motor with 150 strength and 184 pound-feet of torque that will be consolidated with a 75 kw electric engine. Taken together, he or she provide thumps as much as a crucial 204 good quality and 258 pound-feet of torque, very well free from what exactly this CT 200h F Sport is just about to complete.
On account of its all the more influential half and half, the A3 e-tron is required to be essentially quicker than the CT 200h, with a 7.6-second hurried to 100 km/h (62 mph) and a 138 mph top speed. It likewise ventures 31 miles on electric just.
Press Realease
The 2014 CT 200h F SPORT likewise gets discernible styling upgrades that make the lively outer surface much more noteworthy. The F SPORT rides on recently composed 17-creep 5-twin spoke amalgam wheels with two-tone graphite and machine complete. In accordance with the brands other F SPORT demonstrates, the CT gets a front guard with F SPORT network grille. The CT F SPORT will emerge with its new dark differentiation top, new back spoiler with two huge air conduits, and cross section haze light embeds and dark encompass.
F SPORT outside badging further separates this vehicle from whatever remains of the CT line. The CT 200h F SPORT likewise accompanies two special outer surface shades: Ultra White and Ultra Sonic Blue Mica. - New 2014 Lexus CT 200h F Sport Price and Review
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