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2011 mercedes-benz e 63 amg

2011 Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG

2011 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG is powered by a new 5.5 liter bi-turbo V8, which is replacing the most powerful naturally aspirated V8 in the world – 6.2 liter AMG. The new power unit has a code name – M 157, which produces 525PS (386 kW) and 557PS (410 kW) with the AMG Performance Package. The torque is 700Nm (516 lb-ft) and 800Nm (590 lb-ft), respectively. Because of the turbochargers, the new engine has a 22 percent improvement in fuel-economy over the predecessor. 2011 E63 AMG Saloon needs jus

2012 jaguar xk

2012 Jaguar XK

2012 Jaguar XK now features an elegant new look with elements from XKR-S, which was unveiled at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show. The new XK features revised slimmer headlights with subtle LEDs. They sit above a new larger grille framed in chrome. Apair of small air scoops feeding air to the brakes are mounted on each side of the car. At the rear, 2012 XK also features LED technology built in the taillights. The interior boasts new trim finishes and leather sports seats. The luxury is all around

2012 jaguar xf and xfr

2012 Jaguar XF and XFR

Jaguar has introduced several models at the 2011 New York Auto Show. Both XF and XFR feature fresh new look with slim new headlight units set into which are distinctive LED lighting strips sitting either side of a larger, more upright grille. The bonnet line is lowered as well as the new look to the lower bumper section complete with a trio of airdams, the outside pair of which are now intersected by twisted chrome fins. At the rear, the tail lamp units have been redesigned and now have LE

2012 kia soul at new york auto show

2012 Kia Soul at New York Auto Show

Kia has announced the new version of one of its most successful models – Soul. The 2012 Kia Soul features better exterior and more power, but the style remains the same, because of the customers appreciation. “We have given the new Soul significant improvements in power, style and fuel economy, making this iconic vehicle the perfect package for consumers looking for something a little outside the box,” commented Michael Sprague, Vice President, Marketing & Communications, KMA. “The Sou

bentley continental supersports convertible isr

Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible ISR

Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible ISR - Ice Speed Record is limited edition, which will be launched in just 100 units. The luxury sports convertible is powered by a 6.0 litre V12 with 640 PS (471 kW) and 800Nm (590lb ft) of torque. The engine is mated to a Quickshift 6-speed automatic transmission. The performance is brutal - 0-100 km/h in 4.0s, to 160 km/h in 9.4 seconds and top speed of 321.6 km/h (199.83 mph) … on ice! “Juha Kankkunen’s drive was a remarkable achievement and worthy of a very spec

aston martin virage uk premiere

Aston Martin Virage UK premiere

Aston Martin has officially confirmed the stage of the upcoming Salon Prive 2011 for the UK premiere of its Aston Martin Virage luxury GT sportscar. Representing the latest embodiment of Aston Martin’s design cues and technology innovations, the Virage fulfills the gap between the DB9 and DBS models in the British automaker’s line-up. It was introduced to the auto world a bit earlier at this year’s edition of Geneva Motor Show, sporting a 6.0 litre V12 plant with 497 horsepower (365 kW) and 5

suzuki kizashi ecocharge concept

Suzuki Kizashi Ecocharge Concept

Suzuki has unveiled Kizashi EcoCharge Concept at the 2011 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). “We are continuing to study the virtues of the gas-electric technology found in the Kizashi EcoCharge Concept,” commented Steve Younan, director of automotive marketing and product planning for American Suzuki Motor Corporation. “Our basic concept was to attain substantial gains in fuel economy without the traditional sacrifices in drivability required with today’s mid-size hybrid sedans. Th

2013 ford taurus

2013 Ford Taurus

Ford has exclusively released detail specifications and high-end images of the refined for 2013 model year – 2013 Ford Taurus. Housing improvements in the areas of efficiency, technology and styling, the 2013 Taurus large sedan is also showcasing significantly bettered driving dynamics, achieved thanks to the addition of an EPAS system, which improves the steering response by speeding up the steering ratio and rigidly mounting the steering rack to the subframe. Mark Fields, Ford’s presiden

2012 kia k2 at auto shanghai 2011

2012 Kia K2 at Auto Shanghai 2011

KIA has exhibited the new 2012 K2 model at the Auto Shanghai 2011. The vehicle is specially created for the Chinese market. It is based on the all-new Kia Rio, which is scheduled to hit the European market in the late summer, this year. The engine range includes а 1.4 liter four-cylinder with 109PS (80 kW) and 136Nm (100 lb-ft) and a 1.6 liter four-cylinder with 135PS (99 kW) and 165Nm (122 lb-ft). Both engines are available with either manual or automatic transmissions. The dimensions of

maserati granturismo mc us launch

Maserati GranTurismo MC US launch

Maserati has just added its top performance, road-legal beast – Maserati GranTurismo MC to the brand’s new stand-alone showroom in the prestigious TriBeCa area of New York. Representing the fastest series Maserati ever offered on the US market, the GranTurismo MC tops a maximum speed of 298km/h yet is capable to accelerate from standstill to 100km/h in 4.9 seconds flat. These amazing figures are all possible thanks to the GranTurismo MC’s ultra-fast transmission and the 4.7 litre all-alloy V8

vauxhall corsa vxr nurburgring edition

Vauxhall Corsa VXR Nurburgring Edition

Vauxhall has announced the most powerful Corsa ever. The VXR Nurburgring Edition will hit the market in the end of May. Corsa VXR Nurburgring will be powered by a 1.6 litre turbocharged petrol engine with 205PS at 5750RPM and 280Nm of torque. The results are thanks to a modified engine management and turbocharger system, sports exhaust with reduced back pressure. The special edition Corsa will run on 98-octane fuel. Furthermore, the small hot hatch comes with a mechanical LSD (limited slip

rolls-royce ghost extended wheelbase

Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended Wheelbase

Rolls-Royce has just added another noble, ultra-luxury ride to its stellar line-up of exclusive hand-built masterpieces dubbed Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended Wheelbase. Unwrapped at the now running, 14th Auto Shanghai Motor Show, the Rolls-Royce Ghost Extended Wheelbase is aimed at buyers who demand for even more space and comfort without sacrificing the model’s unique balance of dynamism and poise. The newly premiered Ghost Extended Wheelbase will be built in limited examples for 2011 until i