Женевский автосалон 2011

Женевский автосалон 2011

Женевский автосалон 2011 открывает в начале марта месяца очередное эксклюзивное шоу. Мировой автопром снова ждёт взрыв множества пикантных премьер, стильных новинок тюнинга и гигантского разнообразия сверхмощных суперкаров и китчёвых «игрушек».

Женевский автосалон 2011 — день первый 

Новый Lamborghini Avantador LP700-4 представлен официально

Компания Lamborghni официально представила своё новое «лицо» — ультимативный суперкар Aventador LP700-4. Оранжевый перец, который пришёл на замену старушке Murcielago, оборудован новым 700-сильным 6,5-литровым V12-агрегатом и сверх интеллигентной трансмиссией ISR. Разгон до сотни — всего за 2,9 секунды. Максимальная скорость — до 350 км/ч.

Ценник в европе — от 304 000 евро.

 Стайлинг от Brabus для нового поколения Mercedes CLS

Помимо боди-кита, спорткар был так же наделён чипповкой дизельного двигателя, который в топовом варианте приносит на весы до 313 лошадиных сил и 690 Нм максимального крутящего момента. Разгон до сотни — за 5,9 секунд. Максимальная скорость — до 250 км/ч.

Audi A3 Concept представлен официально

Концепт наделён 408-сильным пятицилиндровым турбо агрегатом, семиступенчатой коробкой автомат «S-tronic» и интеллектуальной системой полного привода. Длина седана — 4,44 м, ширина — 1,84 м и высота — 1,39 м.

Данной новинкой немецкие производители хотят усилить своё влияние на американском и азиатском рынке. Новая четырёхдверка будет выступать в примерно таком же классе, что и популярная у «амиков» малометражка VW Jetta. Так же в планах компании есть разработки варианта универсала и заряженной версии S3.

Возможная серия — с 2012 года.

BMW i3 and i8 anticipate the beginning of a new world of mobility

The two electric concept BMW i3 and i8 with carbon fiber module will be on the market since 2013.

The two BMW prototypes, one electric and one plug-in hybrid, are not a great innovation in terms of energy propellers, but will be the first of a new car line of BMW named with the letter “i”. The two concept cars, designed with all components from the most innovative German brand, will make their official debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September, and then be ready for sale from 2013.

The BMW i8 is a Blend of Sports and Plug-In Hybrid.

One of the features that differentiate the prototypes BMW i8 and i3 from other electric and hybrid in the market is the new structure, which replaces the traditional chassis. The German carmaker has developed a new type of lightweight and flexible architecture for both BMW i3 and i8, called “LifeDrive” (see video below) that will be used on all new models  “i”. Technically, the new architecture consists of two independent units assembled together: the aluminum reinforced “Drive” module, which contain the batteries, motors and mechanical parts, while the second module is called “Life” and is the most innovative because it a unique piece made of carbon fiber that replaces the old cabin. The two assembled units become a very hard component with a weight comparable to the traditional BMW cars.

2012 Citroen C4 Aircross compact SUV pictures and specs

C4 Aircross, one of the French’s firms strategy to promote their Suvs.

PSA Peugeot Citroen Group is boosting its SUVs range introducing two compact vehicles: the Citroen C4 Aircross and the Peugeot 4008. Based on the Mitsubishi ASX and created as part of an OEM contract between the French car maker and it’s Japanese partner, both cars are different nearly just on the exterior. In this article we’re going to write about the Aircross, that want to remake the rules of compact SUV design and style, getting together modern day styling and technological improvements, combining the handling of an off-roader with the reliability and comfort of a flagship.

The Design of the 2012 C4 Aircross.

The styling of the C4 Aircross highlights the sculpted horizontal lines, the LED lights integrated in the vertical vents at the front and the tail-lights inspired by the Hypnos concept from 2008 Paris Motor Show. The bonnet is all visible from the driver, while the wide wheel arches with 18 ” wheels and the reduced front and rear protrusions all combine to enhance the overall impression of robustness. To complete the sophisticated design has been added indicators in the door mirrors, light guides in the rear and a reversing camera incorporated into the chrome trim on the tail gate.The new SUV is 4.34 m in length, 1.80 m in width and 1.63 m in height, and has a luggage compartment space of 442-liters.

The C4 Aircross Engines.

Ecologically considerate a vehicle with the lowest CO2-emissions in its segment, like its counterpart Peugeot 4008, the C4 Aircross engine range consists four engines with a latest generation four-wheel transmission procedure, providing optimal handling in all conditions: 2WD, (optimal fuel consumption), 4WD, (distributes the torque between the front and rear axles) and ‘Lock’ (maximum traction). The HDi 1,6-L 115 Hp and 152 Nm engine is mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox will only be available with front-wheel drive, while two turbodiesel 1,6-L 110 hp and 270 Nm of torque and the 1,8-L with 150 hp and 300 Nm of torque will have the option of four-wheel drive as well. Available also a 2.0-liter 150 Hp petrol which won’t be sold in Europe.

 

PSA’s 2012 Peugeot 4008 taken on the ASX, car specs and pictures

Peugeot 4008, one more Crossover from PSA Group.

PSA Group has released the first official pictures and information of the Peugeot 4008, a SUV that together with the Citroen C4 Aircross, is based on the Mitsubishi ASX after a collaboration between the French company and the Japanese counterpart. Expected to be presented to the public at the next year Geneva Auto Show (8-18 March), the Peugeot 4008 is a compact crossover and will arrive in dealerships in the second quarter of 2012. In Europe, the market share of the SUVs in segments C and D is ever-increasing to the detriment of the Multi Purpose Vehicles of the E segment. This mainly because in Europe, it satisfy the distinctive compact crossover and with an environmental result comparable to that of a conventional sedan.

The Design of the 2012 Peugeot 4008.

With the quite identical body of the really successful Mitsubishi ASX, the 4008 would claims to have the touch-screen navigation, Open & Go system, glass panoramic roof and a exclusive 18″ alloy wheels. From the first glance the most interesting fact is that 4008 looks more appealing compared to the 3008 or the 5008.

Peugeot 4008 Engines.

In Europe, the 4008 will be offered with four powertrain unit two petrol naturally aspirated units and two diesel. The 1,6-L entry-level version features a 116 hp and 152 Nm, combined to a 5-speed manual gearbox, while the more efficient 2.0-liter version with 150 hp and 198 Nm comes with CVT transmission. The diesel 1,6-L HDI boost 112 hp and 270 Nm of torque (280 if overboost), while a 1.8-L delivers 150 hp and 300 Nm, both power units are combined with 6-speed manual transmission. All the powerplant units will benefit the all-wheel drive, with the option to select three driving modes: two-wheel-drive, four-wheel-drive or lock the differential with these last two splitting electronically the torque between the two axles.

PEUGEOT 4008 PICTURES