Volkswagen Passat Wagon CC, recreation
On the web MotorAuthority U.S., are very obsessed lately with lots glories and turns of old models and versions that may never be realized. One of these versions, almost impossible, is that of a Passat Wagon CC, because as we saw in other articles Volkswagen has other plans, where probably a version of the Passat Wagon CC is not there.
In the picture, what we see is a side view of the course model, where we see that the front will not undergo any change, but if the new volume is going to affect the side vision of the car and the rear. In the case of lateral what we see is a widening of the rear window, where thanks to this change the third window is located in an acceptable manner in the car. And what we can see your rear is a window that will be launched and some very large optics.
As we see, the changes earned the incredible Passat CC, repairing his image dramatically. But in my opinion, really do not know if Volkswagen has a version as this thought for the future. What if, if it comes to marketing Wagon would be the first of a four-door coupe segment of upmarket saloons, a detail that I think that would be the only purpose for which Volkswagen could produce it, but I really do not I think it worthwhile, since the first have in mind to enhance its entire range of small models (Golf, Polo, Lupo, etc.) which suggests that for now they are not going to walk into another segment. But like the Volkswagen has the final say, there gives us a surprise.
Hyundai I20, the first image before Paris
The Korean company Hyundai, I present the first image, (long-awaited by the way) of its new small model and the I20, which as we know it is neither more nor less than the replacement of Athos, one of the great models of this firm.
The I20 will be officially presented at the Paris Salon in a couple of weeks, where the Korean brand will give us more details about how it will be their new model.
As well told them this will be the replacement of Atos, but still not confirm if the mark to replace Getz, (the model, which currently has sales in the signing in Europe), since that shares much of its dimensions.
As we see in images, and as they come repeating on several occasions, the Korean brand has improved dramatically in quality, finish and design. The I20 it finds, because if you look in detail we will appreciate this great distinction it has with respect to its previous models.
Hyundai just gave us the first image of the I20, where as we can see the design is based largely on the I30, as the lower part Grilled and have much to do with this model. In the case of the optics, has a certain resemblance to those used in the Peugeot 307. And on the side, we see a very modern design of window and a prominent line around its bottom.
The new I20 will have a new engine, this is called Kappa and 1249 cm3 and gives 78 hp at 6,000 rpm with a maximum torque of 12.0 mkg at 4,000 r.p.m. In addition will also have an option Blue, which is the name that he puts his signature to ecological models, this will be a 1.4 liter diesel CRDi which gives 90 HP and 220 Nm of torque, with a manual gearbox with six speeds and CO2 emissions of just 99 g / km.
Honda City 2009, new images
Have been leaked on the web, new photos of the new model Honda, for South America. This is the City and as we see, images and recreations that we had captured earlier were not so wrong.
The model, as I said in previous reports, will be sold exclusively in the markets of China, Russia and the Mercosur, where Honda is the purpose of enhancing its presence in these markets, with a car built to these regions as well as Ford , GM, Fiat, etc, produce long time for this market.
The City which is marketed in Mercosur, possibly occurring at the plant that the Japanese brand has in Argentina, more precisely in Campana. But it has not yet been specified whether this will be implemented in this way, because if not anger some of the plants that have the brand in Brazil.
The images that we see, are taken from the plant that has the brand in Asia, where here will have a 1.5 liter engine, 8V SOHC i-VTEC with box automatically.
If we see it in detail we will appreciate that the model has not been as bad as many speculated. The front has a very nice design, with large proportions of optical torn, next to a gray plastic grille of very good quality. And at the back we design a simple but accurate, since the optical and Chrome are applied very well with the rest of the car. The style, fortunately, is well-Honda.
Renault Symbol / Thalia 2009, more info
Renault officially presenting the new Symbol / Thalia Salon in Moscow, alongside other developments, in which he is also redesigning the Sandero (see article).
As they had in the previous article, the new Renault model is designed and intended for emerging countries, as well as Russia, China and South America. As well where we can see the quality, design and terminations were designed exclusively for these markets, which means that the potential buyer of this model is not a very demanding person. It is a shame that has to happen, because the customer who wants to buy a Renault, and does not have enough money for a Clio or Megane III must conform with the Symbol. A real shame.
Symbol of one can not expect much, because it is ten years in his back approx. Because this precarious car is based on the Clio II sedan, where statements by the company will have an interior very similar to this.
A Europe not yet arrived, but soon we’ll see on the streets of Spain. Then they comment on the engine with which they are marketed and equipment that will:
The engines will be more since it has the 1.2i 16V 75 hp, 8V 75 hp 1.4i, 1.4i 16V 98 hp and 105 hp 1.6IA 16V in terms of gasoline and diesel will be the 1.5 dCi 65 and 85 CV. The versions with automatic change are of the 1.4i 16V and 16V of 1.6IA.
The team consisted of a new system of automatic climate control, heated front seats, ABS EBD, front and side airbags, trip computer, alloy wheels, 14 and 15 inches, and so on. The boot capacity is 506 liters.
Mercedes Benz BLK, another recreation of a small Suv
Some time ago we had recreations of the models that would replace the Class A and B. A few days ago, also emerged a possible Mercedes Benz GLA. And now we have another potential model for Mercedes, which in this case is called BLK. All of them would enter the segment of the cars, which aims to revive the star, as the current ones, are not having the expected success.
In the case of BLK, would like the GLA, an SUV version of the model smallest of the mark (the new Class A or B). But unlike the previous recreation this has more to do with the final incorporation of the mark, since it is based on the GLK, the new SUV from Mercedes. The model if it is producing, just beginning its production in 2011, when the new Class A and B are in circulation.
In addition, before the launch of this SUV, Mercedes signed an agreement with BMW to manufacture a whole four-cylinder engines and diesel fuel, for possible GLK and BMW X1. An agreement that benefited both firms, but do not know if the fans of both brands. The engines will be 1.6 and 2.2 liters.
But to have two recreations quite similar, I mean the GLA, I do not understand if the name of the model will be this or BLK, as shown here. Like all models, the model will be produced and will have a moderate success, because prior to this launch. BMW and Audi already have their models in the catalog sales.
As for this recreation, we can see an improvement in the design, from Mercedes, as it turns to use a line more round to the front. In addition combine very well the optics, the grill and the bottom, where none is more important than the other.
Renault Megane III 2009, official first images
Renault present the first images of the Megane III, where we can have as many similarities with the spy photos and some recreations we saw earlier.
These pictures have been published exclusively by Km77.com, we can note that detail in the images. As to the precise information on this model, Renault has given us not yet any data. But if we can do is look and see in detail the images.
At the front, we see the new line of Renault Laguna in greatly inspired III. In it we see some details that the signing will impose in the future Scenic, Espace, Clio and the other models, where this style of lenses, the large air intake and the location of the logo, will have features that all models of Renault here in more.
Another detail which has its front part, is that in the bonnet of the car has a line up around the windshield, from the logo and one that goes through the center. This is another feature of the model, which we see, is well differentiated from everything that came with Renault.
On the side are the new completion of the signing, where he stressed the new addition of black plastic below the lateral line that runs from optical lens, the design of the windows and tires.
And in the rear can see the large scale that they have the optics, where its design resembles that of the front for his style of coma. In addition lines in general, the model has a design completion and a much improved with respect to the current Megane, as the style of the Avantime disappears completely.
For now, only the pictures emerged on the version of 5p but later we will have to 3p from the break and the cabrio.
Audi TT RS 2009, spy photos
Thanks to these spy photos, we can see how it will be the new Audi TT-RS, because as we see the car without the camouflage, something not very common these days. What we see is that it has incorporated into its making a big front, and several details.
If you look good, we will appreciate your making new front, which besides being great has a new design. It also has a new grille with the Audi badge, but above normal. In the lateral changes are minimal, unless we see the new tires and wheels that will take this version. And in the rear has a few minor tweaks, a small diffuser and two larger exhaust outlets.
The engine of the new RS would be a 5-cylinder in-line 2.5-liter with an output of 350 hp and two-peat. An engine is not very common in the range of Audi. Quattro will be integrated traction and gearbox will be six-speed manual. The price be around 50,000 euros.
A range of TT is a super version was lacking, as the S just can not with the number of rivals who have. The new RS seems to be an event that will have a very powerful engine, and that 350 hp is a lot.
Hyundai IX55, the European name for the Veracruz
The Korean company Hyundai presented in the Salon of Moscow, a version of its largest SUV, the Veracruz, for the European market. This is called IX55, in this market and will have some details that do not have the American version.
The change will be more important than the suspension, the name and some exterior and interior details. These we can see from a retouch in the optical front, and on the grid at the bottom of both sides of the vehicle. Hyundai has not specified a lot about the changes that will have on the inside, but we can predict that it will be more luxurious and refined the American version.
The interior, specifically, no information, but as I said is, other than the American version, where the changes will not be extreme but if you are at the height of the segment in Europe.
For the Russian market, for now, will offer the 3.8-liter engine fuel injection V6 24V, with 260 HP, but other markets in the engine that will be marketed to the 3.0 CRDi V6 with 240 hp, both with automatic change with possibility of handling sequentially.
The Veracruz, like the IX55 is the largest SUV Hyundai, in which we see as taking the line of Santa Fe’s design, but in a manner distinct because it is bigger, has a few new groups have optical and improvements to its completion.
Audi R8 GT3 Race Version
Audi presents a new version of the incredible R8. This is called GT3 Race and differs from the rest of the range by having a lot of details and additions that make it even more extreme.
The GT3 has, under its hood, an engine that spent 500 bhp of power and a sequential gearbox six-speed, developed exclusively for this model. He was also changed from front to pull back traction. The model, as seen in the image was tested, and the head of such an event was Frank Biela, one of the pilots of Audi Motorsports. The GT3 Race, will not be sold until the end of the year.
If you look in detail we will find a new grille and new sockets in your sides, in addition to an opening in the chest in line with the lines in the hood, two small inlets above the logo of Audi and skirted. On the side we have a widening in the pasaruedas, a growth in its air inlet to the rear wheel and the corresponding logos. And in the back there is a big spoiler, an opening in his side, new vents below the optics, and a window covered with body-style bars.
Audi sold some units of this model to the public. But most of all I think this is R8 for the GT3 championship in Le Mans, where it has many rivals as the rabid, such as Porsche, the Aston Martin and Jaguar.
Mazda CX-9, in Europe
The Japanese firm Mazda, launched in Europe to the CX-9, the biggest SUV that sells at present. This takes the basic style of the CX-7, but in much greater dimensions.
The SUV was shown at the Salon in Moscow, where much of the European public can admire. But in the UK and Ireland, the CX-9 did not arrive. The engine which will be marketed by a 3.7 liter gasoline injection V6 that develops an output of 273 hp with a six-speed automatic. Its acceleration is more than acceptable, as it goes from 0 to 100 km / h in 10.1 seconds. The consumption is 13.0 L/100 half, and the cost is 48,000 euros.
The interior has all the comforts that imposes its segment. But also will have new details and characteristics for this market. The firm did not specify anything, but with the image one can give an idea.
As for the design change is almost imperceptible to the eye, because it only has a few new optical groups (inside), a slight retouching in the air intake and some chrome appliqués in the side and rear. Mazda, just a bit stylized his SUV for the European market, because you know that customers of the old continent are more demanding.
The CX-9 in my view is beautiful and a very distinctive and differentiated design. Mazda, was able to achieve with the CX-9 and CX-7 with a new philosophy and style never seen before in other brands. I am sure that this model will find its audience in Europe and will have an assured success.
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