Kia 1.4 CRDi Venga Driving Report

A short, round and high snout shapes the face of the Venga. The character of the Korean is also supported by the flat and long windscreen, the rear design emphasizes large lighting units. Due to the short overhangs, long wheelbase makes a lot of room for the high cabin.

Inside, you meet well made, soft materials that emit a certain value. The circular instruments are with their classic design in view of the driver. The center console can be seen in the design and operating concept more demanding. Kia has learned his lesson here, obviously: Europeans are pleased also to inner values.

On the driver waits after boarding a pleasantly high seat position. That allows him not to recognize the front end, but still allowed a good view of the road. As a very pleasant proves the optional panoramic roof (900 €), which illuminates the interior.

In Venga, a wide range of racks and lockers available. In addition, the rear seat can move to 130 millimeters, which is either the backbench or more a space for the luggage. Between 314 liters and 570 liters are available, depending on whether you insert the load floor up or down. created by folding down the rear seat (60:40) up to 1341 liters of space for cargo.

The Venga demonstrated by its electronic power steering to be particularly agile (Turning circle: 10.42 meters). The taut suspension also meet the expectations of Europeans and allows a very dynamic style of driving. Circuit, the direct steering, turning radius and deflection behavior give him the potential to runabouts with Go-Cart ambitions. The engine in our test car had the will but not just. He would have liked to have allowed a little more bite. But he works very frugal.

The Venga belongs to the genus of the attractively designed minivans. He draws attention to itself. He will find his friends, let themselves be convinced of its benefits. As a five-door version, it is suitable both as a short-.- but also as a long-range vehicle for the small family also: Venga! (Ampnet / nic)

Data: Kia 1.4 CRDi Venga:
Length x width x height (m): 4.07 x 1.77 x 1.60
Engine: Four-cylinder turbo diesel, 1396 ccm
Performance: 66 kW / 90 hp at 4000 rpm
Max torque: 220 Nm 1750-2750 rpm
weight / payload: 1345 - 1455 kg/455 kg
Trunk Capacity: 312-570 liters expandable to 1341 liters
Turning circle: 10.42 m
Consumption (to EU standard): average 4.5 liters
Emissions: 117 g CO2 / km / Euro 5 (with start-Topp-ISG)
Maximum speed: 167 km / h
Acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h: 14.5 seconds
Strike price: 18 835 €

2011 Murray T25 smaller than IQ - Spy pictures

Available Autocar magazine were the first photo of an ultra-compact city car T25, passing the test near the headquarters of the company-developer in the county of Surrey. The creation of machines involved in a British firm Gordon Murray Design, which is owned by the famous designer Gordon Murray, who became famous championship cars in Formula 1 and supercar McLaren F1.

Wheelbase triple car T25 (the driver's seat is located in the middle, and the passenger - for him on the side) is shorter than today's compact cars like the Smart Fortwo and Toyota iQ. Nevertheless, according to developers on the back row of seats is enough space for adult passengers, and in the luggage compartment can accommodate several large suitcases. To increase the free space in the cabin, these seats can be folded.

Novelty, whose mass is 650 kilograms, has a rear-layout. According to some reports, the car is equipped with a petrol engine of 660 cubic centimeters (for other information, the machine has a 1.0-liter unit) and six-speed gearbox.

In addition, the company Gordon Murray prepares electric version of the car T25, which is also testing should begin this year. As previously reported, the stock of progress in moving the electric range of 100 kilometers, and fully charge the battery takes about four hours.

The entire test program such vehicles designed for 14 months. Production of new products will begin in two years.

2010 Opel Insignia OPC Sports Tourer

works under the hood of the sedan and wagon Insignia OPC with a 325 hp V6 with 2.8 liters and a turbo Twins Croll. In this special form of the turbocharger, the exhaust gases of the two cylinder banks are merged until just before the turbine. This is to keep the energy loss through the small loader. The OPC unit is derived from the 260-hp engine, there is in the Insignia Sport and Cosmo. What there will not jump into the cylinder, but classically injected into the intake manifold. Unlike the 260-hp versions, which are either to buy it with automatic transmission, the OPC is always delivered with six-speed circuit.


The powerful motor delivers 435 Newton-meter that can be felt on every meter. A technical curiosity is that the maximum torque is applied at the same speed as the maximum power. From 2,000 to about 4,200 rpm it to 400 Newton meters, then makes a detour curve upwards and reaches 5250 rpm the maximum value. Thus, in every situation more than enough power available.

Video: Jay Leno and Lamborghini Reventon Test

New episode today from Jay Leno's Garage. If we were recently able to appreciate different tests from the M3 coupe muscular American Mustang GT through the Iberian Tramontana supercar radical R, the celebrated Jay Leno this time attacking a monster that the radical Italian Lamborghini Reventon

2010 Saab 9-5 Details and Pictures

Saab, the Swedish manufacturer, tells us more about its newest addition, the new generation Saab 9-5. The program includes a line from the Aero X concept, sophisticated equipment and a full range of turbocharged engines.

Externally, we feel the relationship between the Aero X concept and the new Saab 9-5. But what is surprising is that we find some genes of the classic 900. Indeed, when we look at the amount of windshield slightly to profile, one immediately recognizes its cutting characteristic.

At equipment level, it flips into the world of aeronautics, well known to Saab. For example, the counters are extended by HUD, typical fighter jets made by the Swedish manufacturer. In addition, the cockpit has a dashboard facing the driver, a bit like a cockpit.

But passengers are not left out as entertainment systems including an audio Harman / Kardon, a navigation system with 10GB hard drive dedicated to music complement the rear-seat DVD players, equipped with flat screens .

On the road, engine and chassis are turned towards the effectiveness and dynamism. In addition, the AWD is available for all engines except the 1.6 liter turbo gasoline and 160 horsepower. All transmissions have six reports.

The engine range for it is also a 2.0-liter turbo gasoline 220 hp. The high-end, only compatible with the AWD, is defined by a 2.8 liter V6 turbo, 300 horsepower and 400 Nm of torque.

In the near future, a 2.0-liter BioPower appear fueled with E85 and a two-stage 2.0 turbo, 190 hp 400 Nm of torque.

The Saab 9-5 is expected to ship later in the year 2010. The price for them will be between 37,900 and € 57,350.

World premiere of the Saab 9-4X will be in November

The official website of the Motor Show in Los Angeles confirmed that there will be eagerly awaited world premiere of a new crossover Saab 9-4X.
In this year's Motor Show in Los Angeles, where there are two dozen world premieres of new models will be from 9 to 28 November.



Production version of the Saab crossover has retained the main features of the concept of 9-4X BioPower, presented in 2008 at Detroit Motor Show (photos). The compact crossover was developed further when Saab was part of the group GM.



It will be done on the GM Theta platform and is quite common parts Cadillac SRX. Like their American "relative", Saab 9-4X will be built in GM's plant in Ramos Arizpe in Mexico.



Still no official information about the new engine Saab, predicted, however, that base will be two-liter turbocharged gasoline, but will offer a version with V6.



Sales of the new Saab 9-4X will begin in the first half of next year.

New Station Wagon Ford Focus first live pictures Genava 2010

Today at the Geneva Motor Show in the North American car manufacturer Ford held the world premiere of the new Focus wagon and showed it to European residents five-door hatchback Focus, which was first presented at the motor show in Detroit in January this year.

The automaker expects that the share of the station wagon, developed in the new global platform, the group will have up to one third of European sales of Focus. In an official press release, the American automaker noted that based on the new platform, the C-Class for 2012 will be built in a total of 10 new vehicles, one of them - Universal Focus.




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New 2011 Husqvarna SMR Supermotard 449/511

Husqvarna revises its 449 and 511 SMR Supermoto advantage of preferential relationship with BMW to set up traction and look more beautiful.
The main improvement is the CTS-drive system (Coaxial Traction System), inherited from bikes like the BMW G450X. In practice creates a symbiosis between the swingarm and the output of change for a more stable and secure.

It differs from the versions of Enduro in the relationship of change and setting the camshafts, more suitable for road tracks.
LED technology, and taillight of the final weight of 180 kilos are other features of this model will bring you much fun in any application.

Jaguar XKR Special Edition First Pics and details

A luxury brand is not as they would not work on special editions. That is the British Jaguar no different. They propose that happy with their new supercharged XKR Coupe for. We will be able to see him in real life in Geneva, but until then we must make with the photos. Under the hood lies the AJ-V8 Gen III R direct injected engine. This is the best engine ever produced by Jaguar. Whatever the result in horsepower and Nm is not yet known.

What we do know is that the speed was increased to 280 km / h. If you are interested, you can order with or without the stickers.

2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Convertible Video

The marketing of Mercedes Benz E Cabrio will start from 10th January, the engines are provided at launch will be 3 to 4 in diesel and gasoline.

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Peugeot 407 Coupe Facelift

The 407 Coupé is a lack of demand in the future offered only with diesel. A 3.0-liter V6 with 240 hp replaces the 2.7-liter six-cylinder engine with 204 hp. The new version is the first Peugeot a brake energy regeneration. The second alternative in the 407 Coupé is a 165-hp, 2.0-liter diesel that the 136-horsepower diesel engine replaced. Unit equipment is now Platinum. The 165-hp base version costs 35,000 euros.

2011 Hyundai Sonata Limited with Navigation Performance Characteristics

Performance Characteristics6-speed automatic transmission4 cyl. 2.4L CDI DOHCSafety FeaturesKeyless Entry / Security AlarmDual Front / Side and Side CurtainActive head restraints in the frontAntilock braking system (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD)Electronic stability control (ESC) with TractionInterior FeaturesRadio Dimension AM/FM/XM/CD/MP3 and 7 speakers, external amplifierDriver's seat power adjustableHeated rear seatsAir conditioningPower windowsPower door locksCruise controlHeated front seatsSeats upholstered in leatherTrip ComputerTelescoping steering wheelSteering wheel with remote controls for radioDual Zone Air Conditioning and device control air qualityProximity and electric start buttonAudio inputs iPod \ USB \ TONavigation system with touch screen with high resolution and voice commandsRearViewBluetooth hands-free phone systemExterior FeaturesGrille and chrome trim hoodRims 17 "AlloyMirror with turn indicatorPower Heated MirrorsFog lightsElectric sunroofWiper deicer windshield

Audi expects to sell at 80 000 A1 in the year

Audi The company expects that its brand new model A1, sales of which start this year, will become a real bestseller. Told reporters board member Peter Shvartsenbauer Audi AG, forecast sales in the first year is 80 000 units. The Audi explain this optimism growing popularity of compact models and the overall recovery of the world auto market. "Those people who, for practical reasons to choose small cars, are tired of the" boxes on wheels "- explained P. Shvartsenbauer. - Now they need not just a set of basic functions, and a full design and latest technological advances."

The world's first compact car, referring to the premium segment, will debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2010. Audi A1 will be produced in a hatchback with three and five doors, will receive a sports version of S1, and later the possible transformation of the model in the cabriolet.

2010 Bentley Mulsanne basic details and price

The successor to the Bentley Arnage Mulsanne states, based on the famous corner at Le Mans. The car is powered by a 6.8-liter twin-turbo V8 with 512 horsepower. With the camshaft timing, cylinder deactivation and a new eight-speed automatic transmission, the car comes to a consumption of 17 liters is still lush. Merchandising is the Mulsanne from mid-2010. The price: 289,170 euros.

Figo Ford, Car of the Year in India 2011

Launched earlier this year, Ford Figo is still backed up in its success in winning the car of the year 2011 in India. She succeeds the Tata Nano.

On the market since March, the Ford Figo has already found more than 60,000 buyers. A success which comes to give a facelift to the Ford brand in India, and it alone accounts for nearly three quarters of the volumes of the mark.

The title of Car of the Year is awarded by a jury of industry journalists (AutoBild, AutoIndia, BBC TopGear, Business Standard Motoring, Car India and Overdrive). A jury has preferred the Ford Figo successor to the Maruti Suzuki Swift (2006), Honda Civic (2007), Hyundai i10 (2008), Honda City (2009) and Tata Nano. Other contenders this year were named Chevrolet Beat, Maruti Suzuki Wagon-R, Nissan Micra, Skoda Yeti, Tata Aria, Volkswagen Polo and Volkswagen Vento.

Spy shots enabled Chevrolet Cruze hatchback details 2011 2012

In the U.S., was shot first production version of the hatchback Chevrolet Cruze.
Spy photos published in the edition Worldcarfans show car during the tests.


From what can be seen, indicating that the car remains very close to the concept hatchback which was shown at the Paris Motor Show in October.


This means that the production version and we can expect sharp roofline, new tail lights (compared to the sedan) and roof rack can hold approximately 400 liters luggage.


Chevrolet Cruze is expected to hatch on the market in Europe by mid 20

F1: The Williams FW33 2011 is new car tested in Valencia photos

The British team has launched its new car with a temporary decoration just before the start of the first tests.
The Williams FW33, which features a KERS system designed in-house, is painted in navy blue, but the real design will be unveiled later.

2011 Volkswagen Passat CC has received Comfort & Style Pack

Vw Passat CC SStyle Pack

Sport Sedan Volkswagen Passat CC is now supplemented by a new package of Comfort & Style, which, judging from the title, suggests the corresponding add-on.
The package combines numerous variants of options and equipment to the car presentable. The list of features includes adaptive cruise control, parking assistance Park Pilot, which makes parking a few simple movements, satellite navigation, climate control, leather upholstery Alacantra, fog lights, multifunction steering wheel and more.
In Volkswagen have also tried to give the exterior of the Passat CC more dynamic, thanks to aerodynamic body kit, 18-inch alloy wheels Mallory, sports suspension and stainless steel elements.
Room Comfort & Style Pack is 3 165 euros (for models with manual gearbox) and 3,205 euros (for versions with transmission DSG).

Seoul 2011: Ssangyong concept KEV 2, an electrified Korando

The salon is looming and already Seoul, Samsung announced the presence of a future SM7. Knowing the radius, Ssangyong will also present a new concept called KEV2. However, no revolution because it seems that this concept is an electric Korando.

The firm recently acquired by the Indian Mahindra & Mahindra is of Korean origin and must therefore be showcased at Seoul, which begins this week. To novelty, a concept called KEV2 will be exposed and there is no official statement, it seems that the latter is in fact a new Korando equipped with an electric motor. To give us an idea, here are the two official artwork released in Korea. Notice the touch pad acting console.

In addition, Ssangyong should also disclose his limousine Chairman restyled, but only an image of Internal Affairs was released, a picture that suggests to us that this is a longer version we'll see.

Ford is preparing a "hot" hatch Focus RS Clubsport

Sources say that the North American automaker, Ford is developing two sports spetsversy its popular model Focus - RS and RS Clubsport. If the first will be released only in 2013, sales of the latter can start at the end of this year. According to information received, Focus RS Clubsport will be equipped with five-cylinder turbocharged engine of 2.5 liter capacity 360 hp Acceleration 0-100 km / h in this car will take 5.2 seconds.

2011 Volkswagen AMAROK Test Drive amazing video

Amarok combines the robustness typical pick-ups with leading edge technologies like no other model had offered so far.Its 2.0 TDI engine with 163 horsepower direct injection system and two common rail turbo offers an impressive torque of 400 Nm from 1500 rpm. This engine is not only conspicuous by its quick response and quiet operation, but also by the values of lower consumer segment (more than 1000 kms on a tank).

2012 Volkswagen Beetle R prepares for Frankfurt

According to the edition of Car & Driver, Volkswagen is at the Frankfurt Motor Show to be held in September, will present a version of the Beetle R.

Until the information is not official, but says that the model will get four-cylinder 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, with a capacity of about 240 hp (177 kW), which is slightly less power, Golf R - 270 hp (199 kW), but more Beetle Turbo - 200 hp (147 kW).

Drive a Volkswagen Beetle R to the front, there will be sport-tuned suspension and aerodynamic body kit own body.

Also consider convertible version of the Volkswagen Beetle R, the value of new products, nothing is known, and talk about it is early, as there is no information about the beginning of the serial assembly.

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