Audi A4 TDI ecological version

Audi has introduced a new version of the A4, called the 2.0 litre TDI, after having previously presented it as a concept car. The letter “e”, when appearing in the name, denotes the economic version of this new model, with an average fuel consumption of just 4.6 litres/100 km, and CO2 emissions of 119 g/km.

These are impressive figures compared to the 2.0 Audi A4 TDI 143 hp, with similar performance, which has fuel consumption of 5.5 litres per 100 km. The new model has start-stop system, six speed manual gear change and onboard computer indicating the optimum moment for gear change. With a lowered based and new front air intakes, aerodynamics have been improved.

Tyres are 16 inches measuring 205/60, and the engine with its 136 hp, reaches a top speed of 215 km, with 9.5 seconds to hit 100 km/hr. The new Audi A4 will be available from July in sedan and avant versions, at a price of about 30,800 euros.

© Source: eurocarblog
We need your comments below >>

2009 G-Power BMW M6 Hurricane CS

(from G-Power Press Release) World record: BMW Coupe with a top speed of 370 km/h. Creating the ultimate BMW, nothing less was the set target for the G-POWER engineers when they started to design 2009 G-POWER BMW M6 HURRICANE CS. The starting basis for this project is the currently most exclusive model in the BMW product range, the BMW M6. Due to the combination of this fantastic basis with the technical innovative products of G-POWER, it was able to create a sports car of superlatives. Powered by a V10 SK III RS twin-supercharger engine with 750 hp / 552 kW, which enabled the G-POWER world record car to achieve a top speed of 367,4 km/h, the G-POWER M6 HURRICANE CS has got what it takes to be a member of the super car league.

Further characteristics of the G-POWER M6 HURRICANE CS is the multipart widebody kit, the high performance Carbon-Ceramic break system, the individually adjustable suspension kit and last but not least the nifty 21 inch G-POWER wheels with MICHELIN tyres.After the G-POWER M5 HURRICANE RS broke the world record for the fastest sedan, G-POWER developed this idea to use this potential to build the world’s fastest BMW coupe, the G-POWER M6 HURRICANE CS.

For this project, the redesigned twin supercharger system of the world record car for the fast-revving V10 was used. Compared to the standard system, both belt-driven ASA T1-313 superchargers, each providing charge air for one cylinder bank, were replaced by larger ASA T1-316 models. They have the capacity to increase the volume of charge air by up to 25 percent but only a fraction of that was utilized in this engine. The air volume these chargers are capable of would theoretically be sufficient for a rated power output in excess of 900 hp.

The inner workings of the ten-cylinder four-valve engine are optimized with forged high-performance pistons from Mahle that reduce compression. They have been precisely matched for weight and are much stronger than their production counterparts. The production piston rods and pins also had to make way for special components that can handle the much higher forces.

Further optimized mapping of the engine electronics also contributes to the increased power output of 750 hp / 552 kW, available between 7,500 and 8,000 rpm. The engine delivers its peak torque of 800 Nm at 5,000 rpm. The G-POWER M6 HURRICANE CS sets new performance records not just for top speed with more than 370 km/h. With sprint times of less than 4.4 seconds from rest to 100 km/h, 9.6 seconds to 200 km/h and 26 seconds to 300 km/h the nearly two-ton coupe is at the head of the pack in these categories as well.

The G-POWER M6 HURRICANE CS can be ordered as a complete car starting at 360.000 Euros.

© Source: seriouswheels
We need your comments below >>

Renault Megan's new engines

Renault is set to launch its latest generation 1.4 litre TCE and 2.0 litre Dci engines, appearing on the Renault Megane range. The former has 130 hp and the latter 160hp, with both now on the market only shortly after the recent 1.6 litre Dci at 130 hp was announced. The additions will widen the Renault engine offering, with the 1.4 TCE having an impressive torque of 190Nm and fuel consumption at 6.5 litres per 100 km. CO2 emissions are 153 g/km.

The 2.0 litre Dci is available in two versions: a 160 hp, 380Nm unit with manual transmission, and a 150 hp, 360Nm with automatic transmission. The more powerful version has average consumption of 5.9 litres/100km and 155 g/km of CO2 emissions. The automatic has 6.8 l/100km of fuel consumption and 180 g/km of CO2 emissions. All Renault engines should also soon be available on the Scenic model.

© Source: eurocarblog
We need your comments below >>

2025 Sunbeam Tiger LSR

For the centennial of the original 1925 Sunbeam Tiger land speed record car, British design student Ryan Skelley has mocked up this sweet ride. We’re huge fans of the lines, notable wheel-separation and no-windshield look. Not to mention, this version is 100% electric. While the original 1925 LSR had a V12 and hit 145mph, Skelley hypothesizes that the new concept would use lithium titanate batteries to power an electric motor and to hit 0-60 mph in 2.3 seconds and reach a top end speed of 160 mph.

The range of the 2025 Sunbeam is claimed to be 800 miles, which like the other specs is Skelley’s theory. Whether or not the design can achieve those numbers is irrelevant in our minds, the car simply screams baller!

© Source: ballerride
We need your comments below >>

2009 Renault Clio Renaultsport 200

Renault invited Carmagazine to drive the new 200 Cup at Portugal’s Braga circuit.Actually, the revisions are more extensive than that. Sure, there’s still a 2.0-litre 16-valve screamer under the hood with just shy of 200bhp (the 200 refers to the metric ps measurement). But there’s also around 20% more torque on tap from low revs, while first, second and third gears are shorter. So where the 197 could feel slightly lethargic, the 200 positively bounds off the line. Better still, both mpg and C02 emissions are marginally improved too. You’re getting ahead of yourself with all this Cup talk. What about the standard 200?

Unlike the previous model roll-out, the regular 200 and Cup debut simultaneously, but we’ve only driven the driver-focused 2009 Renault Clio 200 Cup – an understandable decision on Renault’s part seeing as we were driving solely on track.

This time there’s even more differentiation between the Cup and the 200. Yes, the Cup is still pared back (lower quality dash plastics, plus no air-con, keycard, reach-adjustable steering column, electric mirrors etc), but its chassis is 15% stiffer than its predecessor’s, where the 200’s is 15% softer, giving the two cars more distinct personalities. But don’t worry, you can still spec the Cup chassis on the more luxurious 200 for £400.

© Source: carmagazine
We need your comments below >>

2009 Piecha Design Mercedes-Benz SL Avalange RS

(from Piecha Design Press Release) Piecha Design combines the best of two worlds. With the SL-Roadster (R230), the Mercedes specialist from Rottweil in Baden Wuerttemberg, Germany brings the classic four-eyed face with the double headlights and the fresh design of the 2008 facelift together. Thereby, the Avalange RS with an own character originates. At the Tuning World Bodensee in Friedrichshafen, the new model celebrates its world premiere at the exhibition booth of Eurotuner’s Best (hall B3, stand 204).

The core part of the new design is the entirely re-engineered front. Piecha Design places its one-lamella grill between the double headlights which is typical for the SL facelift since 2008. But the refiner places the grill significantly flatter. The automobile front with the enlarged Mercedes bonnet star gives the car a much more dynamic look. The entirely re-engineered front skirt (from 1,985 euros including VAT) with the integrated one-lamella grill and bonnet star insert is made of elastomer-modified fibre glass composite material in one piece. The aerodynamics kit can be optionally ordered for automobiles with or without parking assistant system PARKTRONIC.

The determined design line by Piecha Design does not only show at the new front skirt, but also at the chromed bonnet fins (98 euros) and Mercedes-Benz SL-R side fins which are extended right to the doors (476 euros). This characteristic style is continued in a striking way with side skirts (1,100 euros) with a reverse air inlet pointing towards the rear. The winding design of the skirts sustainably affects the wedged shape of the side view and gives the Avalange RS additional dynamics.

The rear skirt can be optionally ordered with or without PARKTRONIC (from 1,390 euros) and the continuously embedded grid which spreads over the entire width of the automobile, the design is further enhanced. Piecha design offers the separately inserted diffuser which is limited by the four pipe system of the sport rear muffler QUADRO (1,475 euros) as well as the additional middle front lip optionally in carbon fibre. Alternatively, QUADRO 4-pipe tail ends (398 euros) are also available for welding them to the serial mufflers.

Piecha Design confirms its sense for design vocabulary with further details. A discreet rear spoiler lip (from 275 euros) on the boot lid, optionally also in carbon fibre, gives the overall appearance a harmonious finish. The Mercedes manufacturer completely refrains from so-called fender corners at the spoilers and therefore creates an aerodynamics kit of one piece.

Except for the front skirt, all aerodynamics components also fit for the facelift of the Mercedes SL from 04/2008 including the AMG models SL 63 and SL 65 whose styling is especially enhanced by the Avalange RS look.

© Source: seriouswheels
We need your comments below >>

2009 Saab 9-5 spied

Saab's new 9-5 continues testing – as the Swedish car maker continues to fight for its survival. These latest spy photos, taken yesterday at the Nurburgring circuit in Germany, are proof that Saab does finally have the new product for which its dealers are clamouring.

Pending the sale of Saab, the new 9-5 is due to be shown this autumn at the September 2009 Frankfurt motor show, ahead of a showroom launch in winter 2009-10. It's a step change for Saab's range-topper; after a decade of stagnation in the exec sector, the 9-5 is finally brought kicking and screaming into the 21st century.

Our latest spy photos confirm a more low-slung style, with an especially noticeable fastback rear screen (a touring estate will also be offered later in 2010).

GM might have turned its back on Saab 9-5, but this car was engineered under its watch – so the global Epsilon II architecture underpins the new 9-5. That means a similar engineering set-up to the Vauxhall Insignia, with the option of front- or four-wheel drive and the likelihood of turbocharged Aero models. Downsized, four-cylinder turbo engines form the backbone of the engine line-up and – this is cuddly, enviro-conscious Saab, don't forget – eco-friendly E85 biofuels will be available.

© Source: carmagazine
We need your comments below >>