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Officially unveiled Chevrolet Cruze Eco 2011

The first in a family of new, cost-effective range of Chevrolet Cruze Eco 2011 was presented at the motor show in New York. The car is powered by a turbocharged 1.4-liter Ecotec 1.4L, which is connected to a six-speed manual gearbox, and fuel consumption which, on the road, is about 6.0 liters. 100 km. Fuel consumption in the urban cycle will be specified closer to the release for sale, and he will pay for a six-speed automatic box. «Chevrolet Cruze Eco 2011 is like a hybrid, only the price tags for cars are very different" - said a company representative. "Along with the Chevrolet Volt, this project demonstrates the company's priorities." It is assumed that the power of the new Chevrolet Cruze Eco 2011 will amount to 138 hp (103 kw) and 200 Nm of torque, and the range of range, with marked fuel consumption will be about 800 km. On the reduction of fuel consumption and other features directed vehicle: * Self-closing valves radiator grilles at high speeds, to gi...

Illustrations to the draft Mercedes-Benz BLK 2012

Historically, the three largest automakers in Germany, and around the world compete in every segment of the automotive market, with no exceptions. And when it comes to compact crossover, the Mercedes, Audi and BMW are not going to give to each other. In turn, BMW has finally revealed X1 , Audi releases Q3 and Mercedes-Benz does not lag behind their countrymen by presenting, albeit only in photographs, the crossover under the working title BLK. In fact, a computer design model Mercedes-Benz BLK, which is very much borrowed from the recently presented concept F800 . While only X1 model is physically presented to the public, but the emergence of Audi Q3 is also soon to be held, with Q3 sales in Europe should start in the summer of 2011. Concerning the Mercedes-Benz BLK knows that he must be full or front-wheel drive, with engines volume of 1.6 ... 2.2-liter. It is also said that, in order to reduce costs, BMW and Mercedes will take co-financing the development of engines, which also go t...

2011 BMW X3 began to lose Camouflage

In a previous acquaintance with the BMW X3 2011 , the prototype was covered with camouflage serious, but with the development of the project, disguise begins to leave the car body. The current X3 is on the market since 2004, having received only a minor update in 2006, and until this year remains unchanged, so you can call this version of the A3 - a car of the last century. The new BMW X3 draws inspiration from the Concept CS, the basic design of the model remains practically the same, but significantly transformed the front of the crossover, including the grille and headlights. Designers also worked with the interior significantly, to make it more comfortable, since the new BMW X3 will face stiff competition from the new Audi Q5 and Mercedes-Benz GLK . Should expect the appearance of a new 3.0-liter six-cylinder turbo engine from the 335i and 535i GT, as well as much, but a modest 2.0-liter turbocharged version that has 204 hp The most popular may be a 3.0-liter V-6, power 260 hp, b...

2012 Chevrolet Malibu first time in the metal - spy photos [live]

After treatment in the Patent Office, the company Chevrolet not long in coming with the advent of Malibu 2012, which was immediately noticed fotoshpionami. Sedan based on the new platform Epsilon II, and the emergence of new items is expected either late this year or early next. Judging by the pictures, Chevrolet Malibu 2012 is very much stressed by the current generation, despite also notable updates. The front part, in turn, recalls Buick Regal 2011, in particular, judging by the grille and front headlamps, which are not seen in these images, but fotoshpiony say exactly that. On the other hand rear lights can be compared with the available on Camaro . Previously there have been reports that the new generation Chevrolet Malibu decrease in size, but the extent of this reduction is still not known. The current Malibu has a 112.3-inch wheelbase and the new Malibu will not know 111.7-inch wheelbase Buick LaCrosse or 107.8-inch wheelbase Regal. At the same time, it is possible to leave an...

2010 updated new generation Volkswagen Touareg Exclusive

Europe's biggest carmaker Volkswagen after a few weeks after the official launch of the new generation Touareg , Volkswagen Exclusive . Now a potential buyer of the popular crossover can order a new two-tone leather seats with Nappa. They are equipped with technology, cold skin, not allowing heated seats in the sun. New seats, having to the same adjustment to 12 destinations and a system of heating and cooling, apparently will fall to the liking of the future owners of Volkswagen Touareg, living, for example, in the UAE. Price armchairs - € 1,725. The luxury of a natural leather interior decoration wishing to have the opportunity to highlight inserts from this tree. Having paid € 1,205, a potential buyer of the new Volkswagen Touareg gets 19-inch alloy wheels "Girona". Sales of Volkswagen Touareg latest generation in Europe will begin before the summer. Recall that in Germany the price of the car starts from € 50 700 mark. The model will be offered with two diesel power u...

2011 Infiniti QX56 declassified before the premiere

In the Internet appeared the first official photos of the new Infiniti QX56, "leaked" a spokeswoman for the Nissan in just a few days before the premiere of new items. As expected the fans luxurious Japanese brand, SUV 2011 model year was only slightly modified version of the last generation Nissan Patrol , whose debut was also held recently - in February. If the outside, there are distinguishing features Infiniti - the intricate curves of lines Chuck, complex form of headlamps, large air intakes, the salons of the two models are virtually identical. Technically, both SUV is also very similar. At QX56 installed 5.6-liter V8 engine with 400 hp, used with the seven-speed automatic transmission. Corporate-wheel drive with a choice of manual modes and improved systems to prevent rollover, simplify the life of an SUV driver. The official world premiere Infiniti QX56 2011 will be held this weekend at the New York Auto Show.

2010 Mercedes-Benz introduced the updated R-Class [full pictures]

At the auto show in New York will be the world premiere restaylingovoy versions premium minivan crossover Mercedes-Benz R-Class. However, the first photos of new items have been published by some U.S. media even before the opening of the exhibition. The new R-Class was completely overhauled the front of the body - a new hood, grille, fenders and headlights complex form, as well as the other bumper and LED "fog". Changes in the cabin a little: new materials and more stylish graphics devices. As before, Mercedes-Benz R-Class will be available in six-and seven-seater in the performance. Motors has announced on two - six petrol, power of 268 horsepower, and liter turbodiesel, which develops 210 power and 540 Nm of torque. As an option will be available all-wheel drive. Mercedes-Benz R-Class is available from 2005 - it is built on a common platform with the SUVs ML and GL, and was initially used primarily for the North American market. But for the first two years in this country ...