Audi A3 Sportback by JMS
JMS has prepared a succulent preparation of the Audi A3 Sportback, the five-door version of the compact German, under the name 440R. Only focuses on the aesthetics, forgetting to one side the sense of family car and welcoming a more provocative. ![]()
One of the least visible to most prominent is the change by a coil-over suspension that makes a notable decrease in height: 5.5 cm on the front axle and 4.5 cm in the rear. The wheels are taking a far smaller scale, incorporating low-profile 225/35 tires on alloy wheels approximately 19 "in black metallic with bright interior. Originally JMS does not exhaust outlet adds a special, since the images is still a prototype.
In the front is a front glued to the floor with quite a few grown air flows and prominences on the sides, being able to set grids with silver or black. This fact is repeated in the rear, with holes for the dissemination of air and ventilation for the rear brakes. A small roof spoiler, thin and with a minimum central coupling, along with a footrest dominant complete the preparation.
Mercedes SL by Lorinser
On the Mercedes SL, which recently underwent a major face washing aesthetic, Lorinser has prepared a glossy kit that extols the aggressive attitude of this two-seater convertible.
The change is particularly interesting in the front, where even the star disappears classic Mercedes in favor of the logo of Lorinser mate. In general across the front becomes more beaked, thanks to a more sporty spoiler and a channel of air more pronounced. On the side footrest marked with a double notch to match the broad front gills.
The alloy wheels combine in view of the profile are "brand" of the house like the quad exhaust nozzle installed in the rear, that does not detract being this model (in other sports cars is no less so). The last retouch was in the hands of the wide diffuser in the form of inverted wedge.
Lorinser is working to offer an amendment to the various engines of the SL but has not offered any information. Within this range we could find a pleasant surprise on the SL 53 AMG.
Citroen C-C cross-Surf
Darren Horton Design and Self-kit have been busy creating personalization and design tax C-Surf, a very special version of the Citroen C-Cross presented in the previous British Motor Show.
This preparation that nearly almost could consider "home" by enforcing the mark of chevron and certainly for his signature is a fairly radical design for the field of customers who can take the SUV generally.
His name and where are we defined by the shots, because you spend outside decoration is designed for surfers. The full external painted elegant characters includes surfing and a broad vision of the waves, which combines the blue metallic paint that is included. For surfers are also designed bars from the ceiling but not both discrete aluminium wheels of 20 "in diameter let alone the chrome exhaust outlet. Ultimately an aesthetic nothing discreet that no improvement in this aspect, as we approach the interior.
The extravagant designs continue with a series of tribal ornaments and other drawings, but most curious of all is to play with light: the lighting system allows the C-Surf 2.1 million color combinations to be amended according to the music that is ringing. Precisely the full multimedia equipment Genesis incorporates multiple speakers, with two in the trunk next to the DVD player, two LCD screens behind the front headrests and a Wii console. To give you a hint adventurer, in the dashboard distinguishes a compass.
Nissan Murano
As we had advanced, the Nissan Murano receive compensation in a face wash that affects mainly to the base, mechanical and equipment, signing on a growing line. It takes five years in the European market without receiving virtually no change. History comes under the list of the models initially confined to North America and finally traveled to the old continent.
The Murano is a fully fledged SUV, with dimensions of SUV and practical comfort of a saloon, with some measures 4.77 meters long, 1.88 meters wide and 1.7 meters high. It’s bigger than a Qashqai, although he shares with such format behind. Falls short of, for example, a Touareg but with a different design. The space marked for passengers is very broad and allows for designing a section of burden on volume of 428 liters, expandable to 827 liters shot seats.
These dimensions are based on a new structure based on the Altima American, a change made to improve the resistance of the chassis by 50%. Another major change to assess the behavior is in suspension, which is now multilink in the rear axle.
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Aesthetics Nissan Murano
More and better from down and out, where there are a few cosmetic changes certainly notable. The defenses of both extremes are new, premiering groups also optical and grille. In view of the profile there are differences in the wheel arches. In the rear, the lights changed slightly adjusting to the line imposed on the Qashqai and incorporating LED technology. There are 7 colors for the body, three new features: Platinum Graphite, ink and Bronze Dark Sapphire
The Murano is also characterized by the splendor of doors to the inside, in fact versions of the best-selling SUV in its previous generation were having a finished richer interior. Leather and aluminum are authentic credentials, along with a reshaping of the instrument panels. The seats have been improved and now have a range of leather upholstery, dual hosting a couture quality. The Murano’s designers have sought to find a balanced ambient light and soft.
Engine Nissan Murano
There is only one engine available, at this point many customers might want more variety. We are talking about a V6 model that 3.5 cubic liters, known for outfitting other as the Nissan 350Z or the Legend in addition to various models of Infiniti. Now the power output is 256 hp, 20 more than in the previous generation, although the amendment would affect the power curve, which is more constant from low revolutions. The maximum torque is set at 334 Nm at 4400 rpm.
In offering a combined consumption of 10.9 l/100 km, slightly lower than the previous model, and CO2 emissions also fall until the 261 g / km (24 grams less). The causes of this reduction will be allocated among the improved engine and the change of continuous variation Xtronic CVT. Besides he has seen improvement in their performance, allowing the 6-speed manual selection presets.
Traction remains to all four wheels via the All Mode 4 x 4i. Under normal conditions, transmits 100% of torque to the front wheels, varying according to the adhesion force to the rear axle up to 50%.
Equipment Nissan Murano
Among the distinguished equipment found in the section of the safety electric power steering or the ESP stability control, who works in combination with the total traction control, cruise control, bi-xenon lamps or the Nissan Intelligent Key. Emphasizes the introduction of vision cameras, as both rear side through a screen inside 7 “(the same as for the browser). Less than 20 km / h shows the proximity of objects in various angles.
The multimedia section is very comprehensive, integrated set of a charger / cds six-player with support for auxiliary input. At a point higher, you can choose a team of 11 Bose speakers with two subwoofers. Series also features the browser satellite / DVD Birdview. Other notable features are the front seats with memorarización position, folding rear seats with power folding mirrors or automatically.
You can optionally install an electric sunroof or a DVD system with screens for the higher rear seats.
Audi R8 by MTM, only now with 560 hp
MTM already commissioned a while ago to offer his personal vision of the Audi R8, a creation that is aesthetically distinguished by a dark color. What truly impressive version of that is that his power had been elevated to the number of horses that marked his name: 888. Without a doubt a huge job, like most of those carried out by MTM. We have developed a new version of the German sports coupe rather more restrained.
Eight cylinders, from now Srew Twin Supercharged, is able to provide traction quattro some 560 bhp (a 33% increase), offered at its peak at 7750 rpm, and maximum torque of 580 Nm at 5,500 expressed rpm. The top speed of the R8 MTM would remain at 301 km / h if it maintained with the limited electronics, but without it only grows up to 315 km / h. The stopwatch in the 0 to 100 km / h it decreases more significantly (for the very puntillosos not), falling by 0.5 to 3.9 seconds.
A higher bid but relatively balanced and, as well Ruben commented my companion, except surprises will be at the height of the R8 V10, which are expected 580 hp.
Audi R8 by MTM
Truly balanced even in its beauty, which does not have abrupt changes throughout the body. To distinguish it from a R8 is necessary to envision three points from the same: the side, where a brand label turbopropulsión of the V8, the roof, which comprises the black color spread from the sides, and alloy wheels, 20 "with tires Michelin Sports Cups with measures 245/30-20 and 315/25-20 "on the front and rear axles.
The contrast black and white continues to cash in the cabin, thanks to the carbon fiber ready at various points in the internal stresses but in combination with white skin in the seats. The casing of the engine kept from the precious and expensive filament that covered.
Audi A6
Audi just introduced the latest update of its luxury sedan, the A6. The changes are fairly significant, and the first thing that stands out to the naked eye are the new pilots rear of the 4-door version, the very style of the Audi A4. Improvements have a special interest in paragraph mechanic, renovating the entire family of thrusters to make them now 15% more efficient, and incorporating an interesting propellant 3.0 TFSI. With regard to equipment, there are succulent developments.
The face washing has brought a new optical front, with daytime type LED lighting available (in combination with xenon plus an option) for all models, in the case of the A6 is included at the bottom of the lighthouse while the S6 these strips 6 diodes are, as hitherto, in the skirt front, just below enrollment. In the case of optical rear, are serial-type LED in all models. Completing the improvements in paragraph aesthetic, has redesigned the front grille, bumpers (the rear incorporates a diffuser), the lid of the trunk and side profile, which includes a new line of silver that gives him a more dynamic.
Audi A6
The full range of propellants has been reviewed, focusing primarily on efficiency, and as a result of which announced an average reduction in consumption by 15%. The range consists of 7 mechanical petrol (4 atmospheric and sobrealimentadas 3), 4, 6, 8 and 10 mechanical turbo 4-cylinder and 4-and 6-cylinder with common rail technology. Then you can see the complete list:
Mechanical gasoline
* 2.0 TFSI – online turbo 4-cylinder – 170 hp
* 2.8 FSI – V-6 cylinder – 190 hp
* 2.8 FSI – V-6 cylinder – 220 hp
* 3.0 TFSI – V-6 cylinder pressure – 290 hp
* 4.2 FSI – 8 cylinders in V – 350 hp
* 5.2 FSI – 10 cylinders in V – 435 hp (Audi S6)
* 5.0 TFSI – 10 cylinders in V biturbo – 580 hp (Audi RS6)
Mechanical diesel
* 2.0 TDI – online turbo 4-cylinder – 136 hp
* 2.0 TDI – online turbo 4-cylinder – 170 hp
* 2.7 TDI – a 6-cylinder turbo V – 190 hp
* 3.0 TDI – a 6-cylinder turbo V – 240 hp
Audi A6
The propulsion system incorporates 2.8 TFSI Audi Valvelift System (AVS), which controls the interval for opening the valves and improves the strength of the engine while simultaneously reducing their consumption. Thus, the variant of 190 hp associated with the manual 6-speed announces an average consumption of 8.2 litres/100 km, while the 220 hp version associated with the automatic change multitronic announces a consumption of 8.4 litres/100 km .
The 2.0 TDI name refers to its status as a model more respectful of the environment, which leads eventually to a reduced consumption and emissions. It may be associated with a manual gearbox or a 6-speed automatic gearbox multitronic, and announced an average consumption of 5.3 litres/100 km and CO2 emissions of 139 g / km version with manual box, which is not a fact too good as the BMW 520d of 177 hp announces an average of 5.1 litres/100 km.
The mechanics a priori more interesting, and also the most modern, is the 3.0 TFSI, which is only available with traction integral quattro. This brand new engine incorporates a compressor, not a turbo as the "T" TFSI we could presage. Handing an output of 290 hp in the range that runs between 4,800 rpm and 6,800 rpm and a torque of 420 Nm constant between 2,500 rpm and the 4850 rpm (see chart performance in the picture below). Its performance is remarkable because it accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in 5.9 seconds and its top speed is limited to 250 km / h. Their consumption is quite content as it announced an average of 9.5 litres/100 km.
Audi A6
The traction integral quattro will be available on all engines of 6 or more cylinders and will come as standard on the most powerful, the rest will pull ahead. This latest evolution of the quattro system ensures a better performance, more grip in curves, while providing greater security. Under normal conditions, is shared 40% of force to the front axle and rear at 60%, while the central Torsen differential is able to allocate up to 65% of force to front axle and up to 85% to rear.
The suspension has also been improved, and now incorporates some larger diameter shock absorbers. In option may mount an air suspension with variable dampers hardness, whose tasks may vary the driver within 3 possibilities.
Audi A6 Avant
In the field of electronic aids to highlight the driving Audi Side Assist system, which operates over 30 mph thanks to a radar that detects the presence of vehicles in the blind spot, minimizing the risk of accidents changing lanes , And the warning system of involuntary change of lane (Lane Assist Audi), which alerts the driver with a vibration in the steering wheel when you leave the lane without the intermittent post.
Together these systems also is the adaptive cruise control adaptive, to be fitted with a radar and allows maintain a predetermined distance with the vehicle that precedes us, coming to halt if it reduces the march, and the system helps the advanced parking , Which includes a retractable rear camera. Both systems are optional.
In addition to lighting xenon plus includes the option of adaptive light, a system that illuminates the inside of the curve by turning the lighthouse dynamically, and the option of assistant to the main-beam, which automatically swap between the main-beam and short when it detects that there is a danger to other vehicles glare, a similar system has already incorporated several BMW models.
Audi A6
Improvements in the interior are mainly associated to MMI navigation system (optional), which includes an improved interface with new graphics and a simpler management, and upholstery, among them may choose a new fabric and will be offered the option of overlay the sports seats with leather Valcona. Also, Audi says it has significantly improved isolation of the carrier, especially reducing the penetration of frequencies more annoying.
The new A6 includes a final version of the MMI multimedia system, which can optionally include the best browser of the range, the MMI Navigation Plus. The layout of controls remains unchanged, being present in the main control centre tunnel accompanied by several buttons that facilitate and expedite its handling. The MMI Browser Navigation Plus includes a new feature of bird’s eye view showing the route in 3-dimensional aerial view.
The system has a color display, 7-inch high-resolution improving its visibility in even the most adverse lighting conditions and now includes a 40 GB hard drive that can store music files in MP3. Alternatively you can also equip a team of receiving digital television.
Audi A6
For drivers who prefer a more sporting behaviour within the range A6, Audi has prepared a package consisting of S-Line 18-inch tires and sport suspension that lowers the height of the bodywork 30 mm. The interior includes sports seats and a black wood finish.
The row of rear seats may be made in fashioning 3 squares, or option, may request a bench with only 2 seats, as incorporating the Mercedes CLS and the Volkswagen Passat CC. It will be available in mid-October in Spanish dealers at a price similar to the current range, and may be chosen in 13 different colors, 5 of them in this new model.
Orlando Chevrolet Concept
The Korean subsidiary of Chevrolet presented at the Paris Salon of a new prototype, it is the Chevrolet Orlando Concept, a crossover city with capacity for 7 people inside it. The philosophy is almost modeled on that of the Nissan Qashqai 2, any advantages are: attractive and muscular, practicality beyond doubt and a high driving position that will provide a more visible and confidence to the driver of Orlando.
Orlando Chevrolet Concept
Inside, three rows of seats are clearly differentiated and the space available for the occupiers are supposed generous, within the limit of the size of Orlando, about 4.6 meters or so. The instrument panel features a modern design and functional, slightly oriented towards better ergonomics of the driver. Orlando used as the platform for General Motors Delta II and is based on the novel Cross, will share all kinds of solutions to the compact.
As for engine, the compact uses the 2.0 Turbo engine’s Cross, a propellant manufactured by VM Motori and capable of producing some respectable 150 hp and 320 Nm of torque. The engine will be more in keeping with the philosophy of Orlando but also will be offered for fans of Otto cycle two atmospheric 1.6-liter gasoline and 1.8 liters, with respective power of 112 hp and 140 hp.
Their battle of 2760 mm promises a smooth on-road poise and a spacious interior. Will lead in its production version of a competitor for Opel Zafira, Volkswagen Touran and Renault Scénic, to name a few similar vehicles. It was manufactured in South Korea (where it was sold as Daewoo) and will be distributed as a global car, ie without changes specifically marked for different markets.
Volkswagen Golf VI, official details
With the official presentation of the model planned for the Paris Motor Show in October this year, the first details on the new edition of the most successful Volkswagen car begin to come to light. Yesterday he offered the first official images, but with little details, so today it is the turn of the data on the new Volkswagen Golf VI.
The car will be marketed in Europe the same month of its presentation in Paris, to be introduced in succession in the markets of Africa, Asia, Australia and North America. The main details that are then analyze the new line of engines, the increased supply of DSG change and a reduction in consumption of the entire range.
Volkswagen Golf
The new Golf goes on sale accompanied by four gasoline engines, more efficient now, with a power output of 80 hp, 100CV, 122 hp and 160 hp. The latter two make use of engine technology IST, which is coupled to a turbo engine and a compressor volume. One thing to emphasize is achieved consumption of 6.4 litres/100 km for the entry model 80 hp and what is more surprising still 6.3 litres/100 km for the release of 160 hp thanks to the aforementioned technology IST.
Those who opt for the diesel variant may choose between two other diesel engine 2.0 l since the time of sale, with power of 110 hp and 140 hp respectively. The consumption for these are 4.5 litres/100 km for the release of 110 hp and 4.9 litres/100 km for the 140 hp.
All engines of Golf VI, with the exception of models of entry, may be coupled to a gearbox DSG speeds of 6 or 7 depending on the engine torque. Thanks to its reduced consumption, up to 28% less than the current generation in some models, the entire line of engines meet future emission regulations EURO5.
Golf VI
Security is also improved, thanks to a more refined ESP, better response to impacts, seven airbags including knee, daytime running lights and detectors seat belt for the post.
With the intention of placing the car in a higher position in its category the new Golf inherits elements of the Passat CC, as the chrome surrounding the instrumentation. It also includes a new buffer layer on the windshield that improves the sound of the carrier, for the same purpose have been designed new guides windows. The mirrors have also been redesigned to improve the sound once again, with the help of new isolation between the cockpit and the engine.
Golf VI
It incorporates innovative electronic support systems such as automatic control of remote control adaptive chassis, higher level of assistance in the right direction for a parked easier. All these elements help the new iteration of Golf to be placed above the compact cheaper.
With regard to prices, the level of entry is from € 16,500, € 200 over the current version. It has also been confirmed by the mark that all models, both with steering wheel on the left and right, will be manufactured at its main plant in Wolfsburg, Germany.
Citroen C4 Picasso and Grand C4 Picasso Cool
The range of Citroen C4 Picasso, including the Grand C4 Picasso, now gets a new level of finishing and a new engine, re-emerged for cooperation between the French group PSA and the German BMW.
This new equipment conglomerate called Cool and its main aim is to strengthen security measures in both bodies minivan as well as offering a better team in terms of comfort. On the model of access are added ABS + Afua (assistance to the emergency braking) + REF (dealer braking) + + ESP ASR and a list of 7 airbags. Related to security are also the electric parking brake, the assistant booted costs or the adaptive cruise control.
There are two details that bring comfort to the driver and passengers, la Botonera multifunction steering wheel and air-conditioning adjusted independently. Optionally the pack Cool that, over the new name, added air conditioning, metallic paint, the Bluetooth connection.
Outside this new level, the option of NaviDrive system with USB connection is added at the Exclusive and Exclusive Plus.
BMW Alpina D3 Bi-Turbo Coupe
Alpine is a company closely linked to BMW which is responsible for accentuating the sporty and exclusive vehicles Bavarians. Not only is limited to visual or aesthetic issues such as BMW Individual customization program but modify and improve their performance with the blessing of the German giant. It is not an official coach but almost, its relationship with BMW is closer to that of such Brabus Mercedes-Benz.
One of the most greedy for Alpine markets is the United Kingdom. The high purchasing power of its inhabitants joins high prices of petrol and diesel (about 1.5 € / litre) and there are obstacles to economic vehicles with high fuel consumption for access to central cities such as London: the famous Congestion Charge is a fee (or toll) to 8 pounds. It is the market for landing elected official of the new Alpina D3 Bi-Turbo Coupe. With only 4.5 litres/100 km fuel consumption will cushion the cost of its owner without sacrificing excellent benefits.
BMW Alpina D3 Bi-Turbo Coupe, based on the 3 Series Coupe
The Alpina D3 Coupé se basa en la successful BMW 3 Series Coupe. Until now it was impossible to associate the interesting engine of the 123d Series 3. Thanks to Alpine has been transplanted to propelling the 3 Series Coupe, for use and enjoyment of a very powerful engine and thrifty. From series, the double of 2 liter turbo is capable of developing 204 hp and 400 Nm of torque. With the modifications carried out by Alpine birth of a 323d with 214 HP and 450 Nm of torque.
The average consumption approved by the EU is 4.5 litres per 100 km, equivalent to about CO2 emissions of 143 g / km. With 146 hp / tonne, almost equals the power / weight ratio with the BMW 330d Coupé. The benefits of D3 Bi-Turbo Coupe is more than correct, are reached 100 kph in 6.9 seconds and the maximum speed is 244 km / h. It will be available with a manual gearbox or six-speed automatic change with six speeds.
BMW Alpina D3 Bi-Turbo Coupe
The aesthetic differences with the 3 Series Coupe are specific tires, a discretísimo kit bodywork and replace the logos of the manufacturer and model of Alpine. The interior gets new upholstery and color combinations, for example the beautiful green leather seats and gear lever of the images. The instrumentation now has a blue background and collectively there elegancia distills where you look.
BMW Alpina D3 Bi-Turbo Coupe, based on the 3 Series Coupe
The shares D3 security official with BMW and only 100 units will reach Britain in 2008. Its price is £ 32,950 (41,620 €) for the manual version and £ 34,540 (43,630 €) for the automatic version.
BMW Alpina D3 Bi-Turbo Coupe, based on the 3 Series Coupe
Volvo V100, a new competition for the BMW PAS
The Versatile Volvo Concept Car was a prototype that the Swedish brand introduced in 2003, showing that could really get to deal with class "Premium" with a great family vehicle to reconcile various aspects such as security, respect for the environment and Above all, the luxury to its occupants.
Since that presentation, and with images of the concept in hand, had not heard anything about its possible mass production. It seems that eventually it will come to roads, with the same claims that when the idea was conceived.
The segment for this new model, whose name could be V100, the Swedish brand is not yet built, just as with any rapprochement outside the Maserati Quattroporte Bellagio Fastback. But for the time when they are supposed to know this model will be presented another similar characteristics: the BMW PAS. "Progress Activity Sedan" defined as a vehicle with countless high-end presentations, very spacious, comfortable and powerful.
The possible date of his arrival in the market is around 2010 or 2011, hovering above the model XC90 or the S80 and in the wake of increasing their families V50 and V70 models.
With these images can go VDC making an idea of how it will be the V100.
Toyota Prius
The Toyota Prius is a compact five-door saloon and five persons whose actions are 4.45 meters long, 1.72 meters wide and 1.49 meters high. Carry on the market since 2004 and has exceeded one million units sold worldwide. His popularity stems from its hybrid propulsion system capable of providing fuel consumption as low as 4.3 litres/100 km in combined cycle. The figure is achieved at the same time using an electric motor and an engine fueled by gasoline.
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Toyota Prius
Since the introduction of the first generation of Prius in 2000 global sales of Prius have reached a very profitable million units. Not a car in which he has to suffer for being more respectful of the environment is large, comfortable, reasonably agile and its price is not for nothing desorbitado.
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A Prius, equipped with a very complete and finished note costs € 24,000. The same price as a Peugeot 308 2.0 HDi with the same level of equipment, more powerful and dynamic but certainly more tragón and maintenance more expensive.
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 Edition Roadster
Mercedes and want the SLR McLaren is going through the door big, and to that end are two versions descapotables preparing the Anglo-German Supercar. On the most special of them, the SLR Speedster, and you talk and you anticipate some spy photos a month ago, the second and penultimate priori Version is the Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 Edition Roadster.
Although not definitive, it is more likely to mount the V8 engine of 5.4 litres with the volumetric compressor teams SLR 722 Edition and that delivered 626 hp at 6,500 rpm and maximum torque of 780 Nm between 3,250 and 5,000 rpm. And we delivered because in this new version is likely to improve its performance and may reach more than 650 hp and 800 Nm of torque. Thanks to this waste of power can move from 0 to 100 mph around 3 seconds. There is no roadster for sale faster, except for the Pagani Zonda Roadster F, a more than worthy rival.
Mercedes SLR McLaren 722 Edition Roadster
The 722 SLR Roadster Edition (its name is because the Mercedes 300 SLR with which Sir Stirling Moss won the Mille Miglia in 1955 bore the number 722) incorporates a roof of canvas with carbon fibre structure that can be folded so automatically in 10 seconds. It is hoped their arrival in the market for the first quarter of next year at a price higher than half a million euros.
Kia Borrego, a large SUV Korean flavored yankee
Can we agree that the Kia Mesa, a large SUV concept that Kia introduced over a year ago in the Hall of Detroit. The official model of production is called Kia Borrego and is already on sale in the United States. Kia aims to forcefully enter the U.S. market in large todocaminos, a highly competitive segment and full of very entrenched rivals.
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The current economic climate in the U.S. is not the most suitable for the launch of an SUV tragón of 5 meters in length, credit facilities are increasingly rare and oil prices are beginning to overwhelm the little accustomed to Americans who are paying gallon of gasoline to just over $ 4. The market is beginning to reject a full-size SUVs like the Chevrolet Suburban and GMC Yukon and tends to move toward more reasonable size SUVs.
Kia Borrego
Kia Borrego, a large SUV Korean flavored yankee
Despite that sales tend to drop the segment, is something that Kia could not foresee when he began the development of Borrego in 2005, in the full height of the todocaminos. In any case, the Kia Borrego can put embarrass the leaders of the segment thanks to its excellent value for money. The finishes are at the level of his distant cousin and the Hyundai Genesis is living proof of the enormous qualitative leap that the Korean manufacturer has in recent years.
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The Borrego has been one of the first Kia designed in and for the United States, in the recently opened design studios of the Korean manufacturer in Irvine, California. They have created a todocamino looking sober and without florituras. They are remarkable large optical modern design, the large grille that presides over the bonnet and the big 18-inch chromed wheels, very American taste. You can not mask an air of family with the Sorento, but his body bitono has a more elegant air.
Kia Borrego, a large SUV Korean flavored yankee
When you enter the huge passenger compartment surprised at the quality of adjustments, a low level of completion expected in the mark. Great leather seats and we collect our body lay in front of a center console design ergonomics very sober and careful, everything is at hand. The biggest disappointment lies in the aspect soso and antiquated instrumentation, but forgive when we know the great level of equipment serial todocamino.
Kia Borrego
Midfielder and shift lever are lined in leather, has a large sunroof and nobody would expect to find an excellent navigation system along with an audio system signed by Infinity, equipped with Sirius Satellite Radio. The adjustment of seats is electric with memory and even can adjust the position of the pedals to find the perfect position behind the wheel. Our fellow Leftlane News commented that the acoustic insulation from the outside and the engine is impeccable, as well as the comfort of walking.
Kia Borrego, a large SUV Korean flavored yankee
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A large SUV needs powerful thrusters, two V6 and V8 units are responsible for providing a good deal of power. The 3.8 V6 engine produces 276 hp and 362 Nm of torque but the engine is the most interesting Tau V8, developed in cooperation with Hyundai. In Borrego has less power than in Genesis, keeping the official figures of 4.6 at 337 hp and 438 Nm of maximum torque. The performance V8 engine is strong and progressive, being the ideal complement to the todocamino.
Both engines are associated with a series of smooth automatic gearbox ZF six-speed traction system and a comprehensive. The behavior of the SUV on the road in the good direction and has a good answer, but it is not a car to force in curves. Its centre of gravity is high, their weight is high, its softer suspension is firm and that their tires are not best placed to drive sports. The high consumption of Borrego V8 is a city of 15.6 litres/100 km highway is 11.8 litres/100 km, figures on the average of its rivals in the U.S..
Kia Borrego
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Kia Borrego, a large SUV Korean flavored yankee
Prices start from the 26,995 $ (18,350 €) for the 3.8 V6 engine with rear propulsion unit and tested by Leftlane News, Borrego FORMER V8 AWD reached nearly $ 36,000 given its large equipment and motorization. The Borrego comes with a guarantee unbeatable 10 years or 100,000 miles, a manufacturer’s confidence in its product unprecedented. The new todocamino of Kia not planning a landing in Europe but U.S. buyers have an SUV at a price truly exceptional.
The Borrego will have to fight with blockbusters such as the Nissan Pathfinder and local very entrenched as the Ford Explorer, Dodge Durango and Jeep Grand Cherokee. Arguments for outburst sales not missing.