Wednesday, February 2, 2011

Volkswagen New R-Line Sport Package for Touareg SUV

Volkswagen Touareg shoppers now have one more box to tick on the options list as the German automaker has released the third and final R-Line package for the luxury SUV model, aptly called 'Exterior'. As its name suggests, the new package gives the Touareg a more aggressive appearance on the outside. It includes a bodykit with a front apron, chunky side skirts, a bespoke roof spoiler and a rear apron that incorporates a diffuser in a matte black finish with openings for the chrome tail pipes.

The exterior styling kit can be combined with the two other available packages, and in particular the standard R-Line, which includes 20-inch alloy wheels, a sports suspension, stainless steel door sill plates, a sports steering wheel with decorative inserts in piano black, stainless steel pedals and aluminum trim on the dashboard, and the R-Line Plus that adds sports seats in a two-tone leather finish.
The R-Line Exterior package is available on all models except the Hybrid, and in true VW-fashion, pricing depends on the engine option with the kit costing (in Germany) €1,840 when ordered on the V8 TDI and €2,200 on the V6 petrol model.

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Tuesday, February 1, 2011

2011 BMW 7-Series 740LI Sedan Edition

2011 BMW 7-Series 740LI Sedan new car is issued by the manufacturer of this BMW in 2011. This car is one of the car edition of the BMW 7 series sedan. This 2011 BMW 7-Series 740LI Sedan Power: 315 HP ( 235 kW) @ 5,800 rpm; 330 ft lb of torque ( 447 Nm) @ 1,600 rpm and use Engine: 3.0L in-line 6 double overhead cam with VVT ( 10.2 :1 compression ratio ; four valves per cylinder). For the exterior dimensions:overall length (inches): 205.3, overall width (inches): 74.9, overall height (inches): 58.3, wheelbase (inches): 126.4, front track (inches): 63.4, rear track (inches): 65.0 and curb to curb turning circle (feet): 41.7.

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2011 BMW 7-Series 740LI Sedan
Edition : Performance
* Turbo compressor
* Engine: 3.0L in-line 6 double overhead cam with VVT ( 10.2 :1 compression ratio ; four
valves per cylinder)
* Fuel: premium unleaded ( 91 octane)
* Fuel consumption: city= 17 (mpg); highway= 25 (mpg); combined= 20 (mpg); vehicle
range: 434 miles
* Gasoline direct injection fuel system
* 21.7 gallon fuel tank
* Power: 315 HP ( 235 kW) @ 5,800 rpm; 330 ft lb of torque ( 447 Nm) @ 1,600 rpm

Handling
* ABS
* Brake assist system
* Cornering brake control
* Four disc brakes including four ventilated discs
* Electronic brake distribution
* Electronic traction control via ABS & engine management
* Immobilizer
* Driver selectable responsive suspension electronic
* Stability control
* Wishbone front suspension independent with stabilizer bar and air springs, multi-link rear

suspension independent with stabilizer bar and air springs
* Automatic front and rear suspension levelling

Exterior :
* Painted front and rear bumpers
* Day time running lights
* Driver power heated painted door mirrors with automatic operation, passenger power

heated painted door mirrors with automatic and automatic operation
* External dimensions: overall length (inches): 205.3, overall width (inches): 74.9, overall
height (inches): 58.3, wheelbase (inches): 126.4, front track (inches): 63.4, rear track (inches): 65.0 and curb to curb turning circle (feet): 41.7
* Electric foldable mirrors
* Front fog lights
* Headlight cleaners
* Projector beam lens Bi-Xenon headlights
* Luxury trim alloy & leather on gearknob, wood/woodgrain on doors and

wood/woodgrain on dashboard
* Metallic paint
* Fixed rear window with defogger
* Glass remote front sunroof
* Windshield wipers with automatic intermittent wipe and rain sensor

Interior
* 12v power outlet: front and rear
* Air conditioning with fully automated climate control and rear control for climate control 4 and auto
* Diversity antenna
* Interior monitoring anti-lift anti-theft protection
* Front and rear ashtray
* RDS audio system with digital radio and CD player
* Cargo capacity: all seats in place (cu ft): 14.0
* Front seats and rear seats cigar lighter
* Clock
* Coming home device
* Compass
* Computer with average speed, average fuel consumption, instantaneous fuel consumption
and range for remaining fuel
* Floor console
* Cornering lights/curb illumination
* Delayed/fade courtesy lights
* Cruise control
* Front seats and rear seats cup holders
* External temperature
* Floor mats
* Driver front airbag with multi-stage deployment, passenger front airbag with occupant

sensors, occupant switch off and multi-stage deployment
* Bucket heated electrically adjustable driver and passenger seat with height adjustment,
lumbar adjustment, thigh support, nine adjustments and tilt adjustment memory, electric,
memory and memory
* 3-point reel front seat belts on driver seat and passenger seat with pre-tensioners
* Front seat center armrest
* Garage door opener
* Headlight control with dusk sensor active
* Two height adjustable electric adjustable active head restraints on front seats, three height
adjustable head restraints on rear seats
* Heated washer
* Internal dimensions: front headroom (inches): 40.8, rear headroom (inches): 38.9, front

leg room (inches): 41.2, rear leg room (inches): 44.3, front shoulder room (inches): 59.2 and

rear shoulder room (inches): 57.6
* Knee airbags driver and passenger
* Low tire pressure indicator
* Memorized adjustment with two settings on door mirror position and steering wheel

position with seven driver's seat positions and seven passenger seat positions
* MP3 player
* Navigational systems : information type: 3D and voice HDD, color and 10.2
* Parking distance sensors front, rear and radar
* Remote power locks includes trunk/hatch, includes power windows and speed sensing
* Vehicle speed proportional power steering
* Front and rear power windows with two one-touch
* Front and rear reading lights
* 3-point reel rear seat belts on driver side, passenger side and center side
* Rear seat center armrest
* Three fixed bench front facing rear seats with zero adjustments
* Automatic operation rear view mirror
* Steering wheel mounted remote audio controls
* Remote control remote trunk/hatch release
* Front and rear side curtain airbag
* Seating: five seats
* Leather seat upholstery with additional leather
* Service interval indicator
* Front side airbag
* Smart card / smart key manual, includes central locking and includes memory seat

adjustments
* Ten speaker(s)
* Leather covered electrically adjustable steering wheel with tilt adjustment and telescopic
adjustment easy entry
* Tachometer
* Telematics
* Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror
* Ventilation system with micro filter, automatic recirculation and active carbon filter
* Voice activating system includes radio settings, includes phone, includes navigation
system and includes air conditioning

Price: $74,550 | MPG: 17 city/25 hwy

Via : http://www.motortrend.com/cars/2011/bmw/7_series/740li_sed/3196/specifications/index.html

2010 Ferrari Enzo Best Images Gallery

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The wheels are wrapped with Bridgestone tires and it features carbon ceramic discs with six piston calipers. The car also features Anti Braking System and power steering.The exteriors feature the stylish body structure, headlights and tail lights. The interiors are mostly designed of carbon fiber and it features the air conditioning system, navigation system and the optional launch control.
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The Ferrari Enzo, named after the Ferrari's owner, is a high performance sports car which is well noted for its styling features. Initially, the Ferrari Enzo cost $670,000 and only 399 units were ever produced, but due to its high demand and limited supply, the price of the Ferari Enzo increased every time someone crashes and it is currently estimated at over $1,000,000.

The body of the Ferarri Enzo is made of carbon fiber, as a result, the car is of less weight. The car features aerodynamic subsystems for better safety and performance. It is also equipped with active suspension for comfort riding in the sports mode.

The Ferrarri Enzo features a V12 engine with four valves per cylinder. The engine displacement is about 4700 cc and it delivers an output power of 660 bhp and 485 lb-ft torque. The Ferrari Enzo reaches the speed of 60 mph in 3.4 seconds and the top speed is about 217 mph. The Ferrari Enzo features 6-speed Semi-Automatic transmission and the gear shifts can be performed easily and smoothly even at higher loads.

2012 Ferrari F70 Enzo On The Road

Ferrari will introduce a special series named, Ferrari Enzo. The cars have been announced by Fiat and Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne at a press conference. Ferrari is focusing on reducing the next generation Enzo’s mass in an attempt to increase speed and handling without necessarily having to force more air and fuel into the F70’s combustion chambers. The F70 will be based around a compact footprint and weigh in at no more than 1,000 kilograms.

The engine the latest word is that the F70 will go possibly with a twin-turbo V8. Only the F70′s direct-injected engine will use the very latest technologies to eliminate turbo lag, achieve 670-700 bhp yet return excellent (for a Ferrari) fuel mileage and low emissions. A hybrid powertrain seems to be unlikely for the F70. The F70 should reach 60 mph in less than 3 seconds. The car with a wheelbase of 104.3 inches and a raft of active aerodynamics on board, the F70 will weigh around 2,200 pounds and will look different from any other model.

The Ferrari F70 goes on sale in 2012, it could very well cost over $1 million.

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According to Road&Track, there are some ambitious plans for the successor of the Enzo. The Italian supercar maker plans a mid-engine supercar with only one goal; outperforming the Enzo in combination with being considerably more efficient to comply with emissions standards. So that means less weight, smaller engine and a more compact setup.

They do expect extensive use of carbon fiber on the vehicle achieving the ultimate performance. The target weight for the rumoured F70 is around 1000kg.

Regarding the engine the latest word is that the F70 will switch back to a twin-turbo V8. Only the F70’s direct-injected engine will use the very latest technologies to eliminate turbo lag, achieve 670–700bhp yet return excellent (for a Ferrari) fuel mileage and low emissions. A hybrid powertrain seems to be unlikely for the F70. The F70 should reach 60mph in less than 3 seconds. The target top speed of over 230mph is reached using an array of drag-reducing active aerodynamic features.

This information follows after rumours going around for some months now. We have to wait and see until more information is being unveiled, however the setup seems to be promising.

It’s now been almost six years since the Enzo supercar first entered production, during which time Ferrari has released a number of new models and technologies. More recently we’ve seen the introduction of the California GT and 458 Italia, along with the automaker’s first dual-clutch transmission, as well as the peculiar FXX Millechili concept, but coming up on the horizon is the model we’ve all been waiting for--the successor to the Enzo.

The Enzo successor is reportedly being called the F70 within Ferrari and is being tested with two very different powertrains. One option is a smaller twin-turbo V-8 engine said to be outputting around 700 horsepower and the other is a twin-turbo V-12 unit with an additional 50 to 100 horsepower.

While Ferrari would like to keep a V-12 engine for its new flagship model, tough emissions standards planned for Europe may end up causing engineers to add the smaller twin-turbo V-8 to the car, essentially making it the true successor to the original F40, which was powered by a similar engine set-up.

Furthermore, the F70 will not only be faster and more agile than the Enzo that it replaces, but it will also be smaller, lighter and more fuel-efficient as well.

With a wheelbase of 104.3 inches and a raft of active aerodynamics on-board, the new car is expected to look very different to any other Ferrari, and its total weight will only tip the scales at around 2,200 pounds.

Production is expected to start in 2012 and just like the Enzo only 399 examples are expected to be made.

Monday, January 31, 2011

New 2011 BMW 5-Series 550I Sedan

2011 BMW 5-Series 550i Sedan new car is issued by the manufacturer of this BMW in 2011. This car is one of the car edition of the BMW 5 series sedan. This Sedan 5501 BMW Power (SAE): 400 hp @ 5.500 rpm, 450 ft lb of torque @ 1.750 rpm and use Engine: 4.4L V-8 DOHC with variable valve timing and four valves per cylinder. For the exterior dimensions: 193.1 ins. overall length, 73.2 ins. overall width, 57.6 ins. overall height, 116.9 ins. wheelbase, 63.0 ins. front track, 64.1 ins. rear track and 39.2 ft. curb-to-curb turning circle.

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Performance
* Turbocharged
* Engine: 4.4L V-8 DOHC with variable valve timing and four valves per cylinder
* Premium unleaded fuel
* Fuel economy: EPA (08):, 15 MPG city, 22 MPG highway, 17 MPG combined and 313 mi. range
* Gasoline direct fuel injection
* 18.4-gallon fuel tank
* Power(SAE): 400 hp @ 5,500 rpm; 450 ft lb of torque @ 1,750 rpm

Handling
* ABS
* Brake assist system
* Cornering brake control
* Ventilated four-wheel disc brakes
* Electronic brake distribution
* Electronic traction control (via ABS & engine management)
* Immobilizer
* Stability control
* Independent front wishbone suspension with stabilizer bar and coil springs, independent rear multi-link suspension with stabilizer bar and coil springs

Exterior
* Body-color front and rear bumpers
* Day time running lights
* Driver and passenger power, heated ,body-color door mirrors, passenger power, heated ,body-color door mirrors
* Exterior dimensions: 193.1 in. overall length, 73.2 in. overall width, 57.6 in. overall height, 116.9 in. wheelbase, 63.0 in. front track, 64.1 in. rear track and 39.2 ft. curb-to-curb turning circle
* Foldable mirrors
* Front fog lights
* Bi-Xenon headlights with projector beam lenses
* Luxury trim: alloy & leather on shifter, wood & leather on doors and wood/woodgrain on dashboard
* Metallic paint
* Rear window defroster
* Remote glass sunroof
* Curb weight: lbs
* Intermittent windshield wipers

Interior
* Cargo area, front and rear 12V power outlet(s)
* Dual-zone fully-automatic climate control
* Diversity antenna
* Anti-theft protection includes: interior monitoring and anti-lift
* Front and rear ashtray
* Audio system with AM/FM radio, CD player (reads MP3 format) ; includes RDS , digital radio
* Cargo capacity: 14.0 cu. ft. all seats in place
* Cigar lighter in front seats
* Coming home device
* Compass
* Trip computer: includes average speed, average fuel economy, current fuel economy and range for remaining fuel
* Cornering lights/curb illumination
* Cruise control
* Front cup holders
* Outside air temperature indicator
* Floor mats
* Intelligent driver front airbag, intelligent passenger front airbag with occupant sensors and occupant switch off
* Six 12-way power bucket driver seat, six 12-way power bucket front passenger seat:
* Front seat belts with pre-tensioners for driver and passenger
* Front seat center armrest
* Garage door opener
* Two active height-adjustable, electrically-adjustable front head restraints, three height-adjustable rear seats head restraints
* Headlight control with dusk sensor and active headlights
* Heated washer
* Interior dimensions: 40.5 in. front headroom, 38.3 in. rear headroom, 41.4 in. front leg room, 36.1 in. rear leg room, 58.3 in. front shoulder room and 56.2 in. rear shoulder room
* Low tire pressure indicator
* Memorized adjustment: includes door mirror position and steering wheel position
* MP3 player
* Navigation system with 3D and voice
* Park Distance Control (PDC) front and rear radar parking distance sensors
* Remote power locks , includes power windows and speed sensing
* Vehicle speed-proportional power steering
* Power windows, express driver and passenger
* Front and rear reading lights
* Rear seat belts for driver, rear seat belts for passenger, 3-point rear seat belts for center
* Rear seat center armrest
* Auto-dimming rear view mirror
* Steering wheel-mounted audio controls
* Remote control trunk/hatch release
* Front and rear curtain airbag
* Leather upholstery
* Seating: five passengers
* Service interval indicator
* Front side airbag
* Smart card/smart key; manual includes central locking ; includes memory seat
* Twelve speakers
* Leather-trimmed, tilt/ telescoping steering wheel
* Tachometer
* BMW Assist telematics
* Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror
* Ventilation system with micro filter, automatic recirculation and active carbon filter
* Voice activating system for radio, phone and navigation system

Via : http://www.motortrend.com/cars/2011/bmw/5_series/550i_sedan/1824/specifications/index.html

2011 BMW 3-Series 335I Coupe Edition

2011 BMW 3-Series 335I Coupe Edition : Performance :
* Turbo compressor
* Engine: 3.0L in-line 6 double overhead cam with VVT ( 10.2 :1 compression ratio ; four valves per cylinder)
* Fuel: premium unleaded ( 91 octane)
* Fuel consumption: city= 19 (mpg); highway= 28 (mpg); combined= 22 (mpg); vehicle range: 354 miles
* Gasoline direct injection fuel system
* 16.1 gallon fuel tank
* Power: 300 HP ( 224 kW) @ 5,800 rpm; 300 ft lb of torque ( 407 Nm) @ 1,200 rpm
Handling :
* ABS
* Brake assist system
* Cornering brake control
* Four disc brakes including four ventilated discs
* Electronic brake distribution
* Electronic traction control via ABS & engine management
* Immobilizer
* Stability control
* Strut front suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs, multi-link rear suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs

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2011 BMW 3-Series 335I Coupe2011 BMW 3-Series 335I Coupe Rear Angle

Exterior :
* Painted front and rear bumpers
* Day time running lights
* Driver power heated painted door mirrors, passenger power heated painted door mirrors with automatic
* External dimensions: overall length (inches): 181.9, overall width (inches): 70.2, overall height (inches): 54.1, wheelbase (inches): 108.7, front track (inches): 59.1, rear track (inches): 59.6 and curb to curb turning circle (feet): 36.1
* Front fog lights
* Projector beam lens Bi-Xenon headlights
* Luxury trim alloy & leather on gearknob, wood/woodgrain on doors and wood/woodgrain on dashboard
* Black paint
* Fixed rear window with defogger
* Glass remote front sunroof
* Weights: curb weight (lbs) 3,560
* Windshield wipers with automatic intermittent wipe and rain sensor

Interior :
* 12v power outlet: front
* Air conditioning with fully automated climate control 2 and auto
* Diversity antenna
* Front ashtray
* RDS audio system with digital radio and CD player CD player reads MP3
* Cargo capacity: all seats in place (cu ft): 11.0
* Front seats cigar lighter
* Clock
* Computer with average speed, average fuel consumption and range for remaining fuel
* Floor console
* Cornering lights/curb illumination
* Delayed/fade courtesy lights
* Cruise control
* Front seats and rear seats cup holders
* External temperature
* Driver front airbag with multi-stage deployment, passenger front airbag with occupant sensors and multi-stage deployment
* Bucket electrically adjustable driver seat with height adjustment, four adjustments and tilt adjustment memory and memory, bucket electrically adjustable passenger seat with height adjustment, four adjustments and tilt adjustment electric and electric
* Height adjustable 3-point reel front seat belts on driver seat and passenger seat with pre-tensioners
* Front seat center armrest
* Two height adjustable head restraints on front seats and rear seats
* Headlight control with dusk sensor active
* Heated washer
* Internal dimensions: front headroom (inches): 38.4, rear headroom (inches): 36.8, front leg room (inches): 41.8, rear leg room (inches): 33.7, front shoulder room (inches): 55.3, rear shoulder room (inches): 51.9 and interior volume (cu ft): 88.5
* Low tire pressure indicator
* Memorized adjustment with two settings on door mirror position with four driver's seat positions
* Remote power locks includes trunk/hatch, includes power windows and speed sensing
* Power steering
* Front power windows with two one-touch
* Front reading lights
* 3-point reel rear seat belts on driver side and passenger side
* Rear seat center armrest with trunk access
* Two asymmetrical bench/sports front facing rear seats with zero adjustments
* Rear view mirror
* Steering wheel mounted remote audio controls
* Remote control remote trunk/hatch release
* Front and rear side curtain airbag
* Vinyl seat upholstery with additional vinyl
* Seating: four seats
* Service interval indicator
* Front side airbag
* Smart card / smart key manual, includes central locking and includes memory seat adjustments
* Thirteen speaker(s)
* Alloy & leather steering wheel with tilt adjustment and telescopic adjustment
* Tachometer
* Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror
* Ventilation system with micro filter and automatic recirculation

http://www.motortrend.com/cars/2011/bmw/3_series/335i_coupe/3058/specifications/index.html

2010 VW Passat the Auto Cars

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The 2010 Volkswagen Passat ranks 13 out of 18 Affordable Midsize Cars. This ranking is based on our analysis of 66 published reviews and test drives of the Volkswagen Passat, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.

The 2010 Volkswagen Passat is an affordable midsize car with an interior that almost belongs in a more expensive class, combined with with suspension tuning that makes it fun to drive and an excellent safety record. However, it's also one of the most expensive midsize cars, particularly when fully loaded with options.

The 2010 VW Passat offers a near-luxury level of refinement, and excellent road manners. It also offers a near-luxury price. Edmunds notes, "For many folks, the Passat fills the gap that exists between normal, humdrum family cars and the financially out-of-reach luxury brands."

Reviewers aren't sure what to make of the car because of that unusual status, floating between affordable and luxury classes. The 2010 Volkswagen Passat, most critics say, is an enjoyable car to drive. It offers a refined, smooth ride, and sharp handling for a family car. Its interior is a step up from those of most Affordable Midsize Cars, with high-quality materials and fine attention to detail.

Its high price, however, can be hard to justify. Volkswagen's midsize car isn't among the class leaders in fuel economy, either -- making it an expensive car to own.
Other Cars to Consider

The Passat is known for its tight handling, but high price. Those looking for a fun-to-drive midsize car might want to consider the Mazda6 or Ford Fusion as well. Both cars offer similar athleticism at a lower price. The all-new Suzuki Kizashi is a bit smaller, but may be the sportiest entry in the midsize category.

Volkswagen loyalists might also want to look closely at VW's other midsize car. The stylish CC uses many of the same parts as the Passat, but offers an even more upscale feel with similar driving dynamics. Many VW dealerships now stock a greater variety of 2010 CCs than Passats.
Volkswagen Passat: The Details

Volkswagen has scaled back Passat production significantly, as the company prepares to replace the aging model. For 2010, Volkswagen will build only a single trim level for the Passat, available as a sedan or wagon. VW offering free scheduled maintenance for the first three years or 36,000 miles on all Passats.