07 March 2011, 02:53 AM
Peugeot has exclusively announced the opening of early order registrations for its Peugeot 3008 HYbrid4 – the world’s first full diesel hybrid ride.
Boasting a 2.0-liters HDi 163 horsepower diesel plant backed by a 37 horsepower electric motor, the all-new Peugeot 3008 HYbrid4 is ready to offer buyers an ideal combination of dynamism and efficiency - fuel consumption of 74.4 mpg on the Highway and CO2 emissions of 99g/km on the Combined Drive Cycle.
Celebrating the market launch of the wo
03 March 2011, 11:15 PM
Alpina B5 Bi-Turbo Touring is currently on display in Geneva auto salon. The car is based on the BMW F10 5-Series 550i.
The engine is 4.4 liter twin-turbo V8 with 507PS (373 kW) and 700Nm (516 lb-ft). It is mated to a the ZF 8-speed SWITCH-TRONIC automatic. 0 to 100 km/h takes 4.8 seconds and the top speed is somewhere over 300 km/h (186 mph).
The fuel consumption is amazing - 10.9 liters/100 km, but honestly, we don’t believe that information.
However, we believe the price - €98 800.
03 March 2011, 10:13 PM
BMW are exhibiting 6-Series Convertible at the Geneva Motor Show. The open-top was planned to be shown at the Los Angeles Auto Show, but for reasons unknown the drop-top never made it to the show.
650i has a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 engine with 413PS (304 kW) and 600 Nm (442 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h takes 5.0 s and the top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h (155 mph).The car is expected to average a combined 26.4 mpg and emits just 249 g/km of CO2. The is mated to a 6-speed manual
03 March 2011, 09:47 PM
Kelleners Sport has revealed the tuned BMW 5 series M sports package at the Geneva Motor Show. The car includes an aerodynamic kit, performance boosting, suspension tuning and interior upgrades.
The performance upgrade for 520d boosts the engine to the hefty 218PS (160 kW) and 450Nm (332 lb-ft), instead of the facto
03 March 2011, 09:20 PM
The German tuning specialists RUF are ready with their new model called Rt 12 R – based on the latest Porsche 911. The car is exhibited in Geneva and will definitely catch the attention of the audience.
The car is simply brutal – 3.8 liter twin-turbo boxer with staggering 730PS (537 kW) and 940Nm (693 lb-ft). The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox. All the power is sent to the road through AWD system and there is an optional RWD setting.
0 to 100 km/h is not available, but the top
03 March 2011, 08:47 PM
Wiesmann has revealed the Spyder Concept at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show.
The performance is just staggering – 4.0 liter V8 with 420PS (from the latest BMW M3), which enables the 1000kg car to accelerate in 0 to 100 km/h in 4 seconds – flat. The top speed is 290 km/h (180 mph).
"We want to test the marketability of such cars in Geneva. The feedback of customers, partners and experts has high influence on the consideration of advancing the Spyder model.", commented Friedhelm Wiesmann.
03 March 2011, 01:16 PM
Mansory has unveiled tuned version of Ferrari 458 Italia called Siracusa at the Geneva Motor Show.
The vehicle features carbon fiber in all body components and the result is weight-saving of 70kg. The new components are a front apron including air inlets for the front coolers, a new bonnet and side skirts with integrated ducts. The rear window is replaced with carbon blades.
Mansory Siracusa is powered by 4.5 liter hi-revving V8 with 590PS (434 kW) and 560Nm (413 lb-ft). The performance up
03 March 2011, 06:00 AM
At the now running Geneva Motor Show, Mazda has publicly revealed for first time its brand-new Mazda MINAGI concept, offering the crowd a glimpse of its new KODO design language and new SKYACTIV technologies.
MINAGI concept is the second vehicle by Mazda that utilizes the upcoming ‘KODO – Soul of Motion’ design theme after the SHINARI, but it interprets it differently, showcasing a unique expression of energy blended with sinuous, powerful stance.
The study compact crossover SUV is a perfe
03 March 2011, 01:59 AM
At the display of Geneva Motor Show 2011, SsangYong Motor has publicly premiered its latest addition, the SsangYong SUT 1 concept.
Representing a premium yet robust styled pick-up study, the SsangYong SUT 1 concept continues the brand’s design know-how - dynamic look and coupe-like interior. It has roomy interior and sharp exterior lines, as well as cutting-edge lamp detail. Furthermore, SsangYong has also mounted the concept pick-up truck with wide variety of high-end extras, including sunr
03 March 2011, 01:23 AM
Suzuki has unwrapped officially its premium performance Suzuki Swift S-CONCEPT model at the 81st edition of Geneva Motor Fair, demonstrating fully the brand’s philosophy of delivering excitement.
Revealing exclusively bold yet incredibly stylish look, the Swift S-CONCEPT boasts enhanced bodywork and rear roof spoiler, while is 30mm lower and 60mm wider than the current Swift model. In addition to that, a sleek set of 18-inch lightweight alloy wheels gives the compact ride sense of solidity an
02 March 2011, 03:23 PM
The new Lotus Elise Club Racer Edition has made its official debut in Geneva.
The sporty version of Elise lost 24 kg by using a lightweight battery and the removal of noise insulation material. The total weight of Elise Club Racer is just 852 kg ( 1 878 lbs ).
The small car is powered by 1.6-liter four cylinder VVT-I with 136 PS (100 kW). The acceleration of the original Elise is 6.5 seconds to 100 km/h and the Club Racer will be slightly faster. It needs just a little over 5 liters /100 k
02 March 2011, 03:14 PM
Lotus Evora Enduro GT Concept has debuted at the Geneva Motor Show. The car is based on the Evora GT4 Endurance racer.
The car will actually take a part in June at the 24hr Nurburgring ADAC race in Germany. It was developed by Lotus Motorsport with the help of head designer Nicola Scimeca.
There are no specs for Evora Enduro GT Concept, but the previous Evora Type 124 uses 4.0 liter V6 with 400PS (295 kW) coupled to a 6-speed Cima sequential gearbox.
Lotus Evora Enduro GT will also comp
