2011 Mercedes C-Class Coupe spied

These are the very first spy pictures of the forthcoming Mercedes C-Class coupe, returning to the R&D centre after doing some hot-weather testing in Germany. The C-Class coupe will replace the aging CLC in Mercedes range in 2011. The CLC will be axed once the C-Class coupe goes on sale.

Mercedes approved the C-Class coupe in March while outlining their plans to increase production at the Bremen plant, which will assemble the C-Class saloon, estate, coupe and GLK SUV from 2011.

The C-Class coupe will be the second 2dr based on the current C-Class, but the first to take the ‘C-Class coupe’ name into production. The coupe has been envisaged to replace the CLK, which was discontinued earlier this year after 12 years in production and two model generations. Unlike the E-Class coupe, however, the C-Class version will not be modified and offered in cabriolet guise.

“We did look at an open-top version but in the end the costs were too high given the short model life,” said an insider.

The forthcoming coupe will avoid a sole body-shell and distinct styling that made the CLK a success for a rather upright look that borrows heavily on the profile and detailing of the C-Class sedan.

“We went back and studied what made our coupes so popular in the past. If you look at some of the more successful two-door models Mercedes-Benz has produced, you can see a direct relationship between them and their four-door stablemates,” a source said.

Unlike its sedan & wagon siblings, the coupe will be short-lived. With development of the fourth-generation C-Class already in progress at Mercedes’ R&D centre by Stuttgart, the coupe will be intended to be sold for four years. It will then be replaced with a much more rounded and practical model that will likely draw lines of the CLS and possess a four-door layout.

The newcomer will go on sale in the UK in Spring 2011, alongside the revised C-Class saloon and wagon.

Fiat Launched New Fiat Linea T-Jet In India - View Specifications and Features @ AUTOZONE

Following the great success of Fiat Linea and Fiat Punto in India, Fiat India showed more unveiled a more powerful version of Linea at the Auto Expo 2010 and they recently launched new Fiat Linea T-Jet in India.

Fiat introduces two variants of Linea T-Jet:- T-Jet and T-Jet Plus. Both are powered by a 1.4 Litre T-Jet engine which generates a maximum power of 114Bhp with maximum torque of 207Nm.

FIAT LINE T-JET TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE	1399cc, Turbo Charged
MAX. POWER	114Bhp @ 5000rpm
MAX. TORQUE	207Nm @ 2200rpm
BODY TYPE	Sedan
SEGMENT	C+ Segment
FUEL TYPE	Petrol
L x W x H	4560 x 1730 x 1487 (mm)
SUSPENSION	Double Acting Telescopic Dampers & Stabilizer Bar
GEAR TRANSMISSION	5 - Speed Manual
BRAKES	Front :- Disk Rear :- Disk
STEERING	Power
TYRES	195/60 R 15
TOP SPEED	205 km/Hr
SEATING CAPACITY	5
TURNING RADIUS	5.55 Meters
BOOT SPACE	500 Liters
GROUND CLEARANCE	165 mm
KERB WEIGHT	1280 kg.
TANK CAPACITY	45 Liters
MILEAGE	Highway :- 14.60 km/L City :- 11.00 km/L
PRICE (Ex-Showroom, Mumbai)	Rs. 9,29,000/-

Major Features of Linea T-jet:-

• 16" Alloy Wheels(Only in Linea T-Jet Plus)
• All Leather Interiors(Only in Linea T-Jet Plus)
• Chrome Exhaust Tip
• Improved Plastic Trim for Upmarket Looks
• New 114 Bhp/207 Nm Turbo Charged Euro 5 Ready Petrol Engine
• Disc Brakes on all four Wheels
• Top Speed of 200 km/Hr and 0-100 km/Hr in 11.14 Seconds
• ARAI Tested mileage of 14.6km/L
• Advanced ABS complete with EBD (Electronic Brake Force Distribution)
• Airbags
• Parking Sensors
• AC with Climate Control
• CD Player with 4 speakers
• 50 Month warranty and 15000kms Service Interval

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Dodge Rampage Concept

Dodge's Rampage concept seems to have everything that the typical Dodge truck buyer is looking for: massive size, a stylish yet aggressive look and a 5.7 liter HEMI engine. But Dodge says that it designed the Rampage to appeal to those "non-traditional" pick-up buyers.

Huh? This looks like a traditional (albeit very stylized) pick-up. What's so different about it? We'll tell ya...

Traditional truck guys are going to be shocked by this, but this Rampage is basically a truck-shaped car. Not only does the Rampage utilize unibody construction and have an independent rear suspension, it is - gasp - front wheel drive!!

Yes, this brawny and rugged Dodge is a front wheel drive car... er... truck. After reading the concept behind this concept, this drivetrain layout makes sense. You see, Dodge wanted to build a vehicle that possessed the utility of a truck but had the cabin comfort and room of a passenger car. Yeah, we know... that idea basically describes a minivan, but minivans aren't cool -- trucks are, and so Dodge went with the truck theme.

Actually... now that we think about it, this Rampage is a close cousin of the minivan. Take a look at how the doors of this thing open!

In case you couldn't tell from the picture above, the rear door slides backwards -- much like the back door of a minivan. Still, the interior of this Rampage is much cooler than that of most kid haulers. The interior of the Rampage is designed to be "rugged and athletic" (Dodge's words), so it uses a special urethane material for the seating surfaces and has a rubberized floor. Styling touches come courtesy of a raised center console/gauge cluster and exposed metal pieces.

Here's another nod to Dodge's minivan heritage: you know how Dodge touts its trademarked Stow 'n Go seating in its minivan commercials? Well, this Stow 'n Go system finds a home in the Rampage. Not only do the rear seats fold down into the floor, the front passenger seat does as well. You can fit a whole lotta crap in this thing!

Versatility is the key feature of the Rampage, as not only do all passenger seats fold flat to the floor, the "wall" that separates the cabin from the truck bed also folds flat, increasing useable cargo area even more. Not only that, but the rear lift gate can extend and fold down to a 117 degree angle, which transforms the rear gate into a ramp. It's as if this truck/minivan was designed to haul motorcycles or something...

As cool as this concept is, it's only a concept for now. Will Dodge ever build something like this? We doubt it. We don't think people would shell out serious cash for a front wheel drive HEMI-powered truck/minivan/crossover. If Dodge does decide to make one of these, however, we're first in line for the first test drive.

Kia Magentis replacement still nameless; new engine confirmed

Kia’s marketing department has yet to decide on what to call the Magentis replacement, due to debut at the Paris motor show in October.

The nameplate ‘Optima’, which is the U.S name, won’t be used in Europe, so an all-new name is likely. Company insiders were originally debating between ‘K5’, as it’s known in South Korea and ‘Optima’.

Name decision aside, well-placed Kia sources have revealed that a downsized 1.2 litre turbo petrol engine will be one of the engine choices, producing 150bhp.

The newcomer is longer, wider and lower and sits on a longer wheelbase than the Magentis. This has drastically increased both cabin and luggage space. Kia admits that the Magentis will never likely to be a major seller in Europe, but believes the mid-sized saloon segment is one in which it must compete in, as a volume manufacturer. However, the real demand for the car will come from the U.S and South Korea, where its enhanced styling and dynamics should hold appeal for buyers.

The same well-placed source also revealed that an estate version of the car will be built. When asked about this body style, chief designer Peter Schreyer said, “I would love to do station wagon and coupé versions of the car. The station wagon would only really work for Europe but the coupé would work in the U.S.”

When the car arrives in the UK mid-2011, it will arrive with a range of petrol and diesel engines and transmissions. Luxury amenities like heated steering wheel, bi-xenon headlamps, keyless entry and ventilated front & rear seats will unlikely be available in the UK, however, do expect a panoramic glass sunroof, heated front seats with leather interior, 18" alloy wheels, auto-dimming rear-view mirror to be standard on certain grades. Prices will increase to around £20,000 from the current £18,995.

Mitsubishi to share ASX/RVR with PSA

Mitsubishi has reached an agreement to share the ASX/RVR with Peugeot-Citroën.

While details are limited, the Peugeot and Citroën models will be launched in early 2012 in Europe. They will feature unique styling and available in both front an all-wheel drive. The deal has benefits for both companies: PSA gets an already-developed vehicle for a growing market segment, while Mitsubishi benefits from economies of scale resulting from the 100,000 extra cars it expects to make for Citroen and Peugeot each year.

Power will be provided by PSA’s 1.6 HDi diesel engine with 110bhp and 177 lb-ft (240 Nm) of torque. With front-wheel drive, the engine is expected to return 60.1mpg/4.7l km combined while emitting 123g/km.

Mitsubishi's ASX in FWD with the firms all-new 1.8 DiD engine will account for majority of UK sales when it goes on sale 1st July. In the mean while, if you want to win an all-new ASX 1.6.

Tata Motors Launched Tata Aria In India - Features, Specifications @ AUTOZONE

Tata Motors unveiled their first crossover in India named Tata Aria. A crossover is a type of vehicle which blends together all the strong points of a SUV, a sedan and a MUV in one package.

The new Tata Aria is based on the new-generation Tata platform, and is powered by a 2.2 Liter Direct Injection Common Rail (DICOR) which gives an output of 140Bhp.

Aria features a selectable 4x4 torque on-demand System which significantly enhances all-terrain capabilities and is also the first in its segment with an in-dash GPS-based navigation system besides an advanced safety feature like the electronic stability.

The new Tata Aria has been launched in three variants, all with 4x4, the Aria Pride at the top end, the Aria Prestige and the Aria Pleasure, each in 8 colour options. While Tata Pride comes with all features, features will vary in the Aria Prestige and Aria Pleasure. In the beginning, the vehicle will be available in 25 cities through Tata Motors' 69 dealerships.

Tata Motors actually started developing the vehicle in 2006 and it was showcased as a concept at the Geneva Motor Show in 2005 and in the Delhi Auto Expo 2006. The Aria was first unveiled at the Delhi Auto Expo in January 2010. Though Tata has not officially announced the price of new Aria, it is expected to be between Rs.13-14 lakh for the entry level models and Rs.15-17 lakh for the top end model.

Tata Aria Technical Specifications

TATA ARIA TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE	2179cc, 2.2L DiCOR, 16 Valve, 4x4 Torque On Demand System
MAX. POWER	140Bhp @ 4000rpm
MAX. TORQUE	320Nm @ 1700-2700rpm
BODY TYPE	Crossover
SEGMENT	D - Segment
MODEL	Prestige Leather
FUEL TYPE	Diesel
SUSPENSION	Front:- Independent Double Wishbone with coil spring Rear:- 5 Link Suspension with coil spring
GEAR TRANSMISSION	5 - Speed, Manual
TYRES	235/65 R 17
BRAKES	Front: - Ventilated Disk with twin pot. Caliper Rear :- Disk
STEERING	Rock and Pinion with Power assistance
L x W x H	4780 x 1895 x 1780 (mm)
WHEELBASE	2850 mm
GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT	2720 kg.
TURNING RADIUS	5.60 Meters
GROUND CLEARANCE	200 mm
SEATING CAPACITY	7
TANK CAPACITY	60 Liters
PRICE	Rs. 16,30,000/-

Tata Aria Features

FEATURE	Pleasure 4x4	Prestige 4x4	Pride 4x4
Safety & Security	· Air Bags Driver & Passenger · ABS with Electronic Brake forced Distribution · Hydroform chassis frame & Reinforced body construction · Engine Immobilizer with Perimetric Alarm System · All Disk Brakes	· Air Bags Driver & Passenger · ABS with Electronic Brake forced Distribution · Hydroform chassis frame & Reinforced body construction · Engine Immobilizer with Perimetric Alarm System All Disk Brakes	· Air Bags Driver & Passenger · Side & Curtain Air Bags (6 Air Bags) · Electronic Stability Program & Traction Control System · ABS with Electronic Brake forced Distribution · Hydroform chassis frame & Reinforced body construction · Engine Immobilizer with Perimetric Alarm System All Disk Brakes
Comfort & Convenience	· 2 DIN Music System with CD/MP3 Player and 6 Speakers · Audio Controls on Steering · USB and AUX port in Central Console · Driver Info System · Ultrasonic Reverse Guide System · Dual A/C · Height Adjusted Driver’s Seat · Rear Wash, Wipe & Demister · Keyless Entry With Remote Integrated key	· 2 DIN Music System with CD/MP3 Player and 6 Speakers · Audio & Phone Controls on Steering · USB and AUX port in Central Console · Tata Blue Connect (5 Phones pairing capable) · Driver Info System · Ultrasonic Reverse Guide System · Dual A/C with Automatic Climate Control · Height Adjusted Driver’s Seat · Rear Wash, Wipe & Demister · Keyless Entry With Remote Integrated key	· 2 DIN Music System with CD/MP3 Player and 6 Speakers · Satellite Navigation System · Audio & Phone Controls on Steering · USB and AUX port in Central Console · Tata Blue Connect (5 Phones pairing capable) · Driver Info System · Reverse Guide Camera · Dual A/C with Automatic Climate Control · Height Adjusted Driver’s Seat · Rear Wash, Wipe & Demister · Keyless Entry With Remote Integrated key · Cruise Control
Functional	· Flat Floor fold 2nd & 3rd row Seats with Sliding 2nd row · Roof Storage Bins & Goggle Cases · Follow me home (Approach Lights) · Electrically Adjustable Outer Mirrors	· Flat Floor fold 2nd & 3rd row Seats with Sliding 2nd row · Roof Storage Bins & Goggle Cases · Follow me home (Approach Lights) · Electrically Adjustable & Retractable Outer Mirrors · Rain Sensing Wipers & Darkness Sensing Head Lights · Glove Box Chiller	· Flat Floor fold 2nd & 3rd row Seats with Sliding 2nd row · Roof Storage Bins & Goggle Cases · Follow me home (Approach Lights) · Electrically Adjustable & Retractable Outer Mirrors · Rain Sensing Wipers & Darkness Sensing Head Lights · Glove Box Chiller
Interiors	· Black & Beige Interiors With Wood Inserts · Beige Fabric Upholstery · Chrome Inside Door Handles	· Three Interiors Options - Black & Plum with Brush Metal Inserts, Option of Black & Black with Brush Metal Inserts, Option of Black & Beige with Wood Inserts · Full Leather Upholstery in Black & Plum and Black & Black Interiors, Fabric Upholstery with Black & Beige Interiors · Chrome Inside Door handles	· Three Interiors Options - Black & Plum with Brush Metal Inserts, Option of Black & Black with Brush Metal Inserts · Full Leather Upholstery · Chrome Inside Door handles
Exteriors	· 16” Steel Wheels · Dual barrel headlamp with projector beam · Fog Lights Front & Rear · Chrome Surround Grille · Body Colored Rub Rails · Chrome waistline on windows	· 17” Alloy Wheels · Dual barrel headlamp with projector beam · Fog Lights Front & Rear · Full Chrome Grille · Body Colored Rub Rails With Chrome Insert · Chrome waistline on windows	· 17” Alloy Wheels · Dual barrel headlamp with projector beam · Fog Lights Front & Rear · Full Chrome Grille · Body Colored Rub Rails With Chrome Insert · Chrome waistline on windows

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