New roar from BMW's M-wing

For whom a real M-model BMW is just a little too intense, the brand has the M Performance models invented. They are slightly less demanding but still very fast. 

The M135i is the first M Performance with gasoline and sets the bar high.

Took in the first generation to the very last months before a 1-series M-genes came, this time the Germans make haste. Barely a year after the new 1-series we first got to know the brand already comes with the M135i.This is the newest member of the M performance range, although cars are very fast, but just not as hardcore as 'real' products from the M-stables. It began not so long ago with the M550d and with the introduction of the M135i is now also an M Performance with gasoline. And it does not, because the next few years will significantly expand the range sub-super-sporters.

In perspective:

But back to the present, the M135i.Equipped with a 3.0-liter six-cylinder that thanks to a twin-scroll turbo up to 320 hp and 450 Nm is. Doesn’t matter in perspective: that is only 20hp less than the 1 M Coupe, while torque is equal. In combination with the 8-speed automatic that we know from other BMW models, the famous sprint in less than 5 seconds and top speed is neat to 250 km / h. When you accelerate, do you not feel like you are short of, the M135i shoots like an arrow from a bow towards the horizon. The torque is from about 1,500 revolutions per minute at full strength and that means the M135i in each of the 8 speeds makes great strides.  BMW has also paid attention to the sound of the cylinder, inside-he is clearly audible. That does not happen in a perfectly natural way - the speakers guide the engine noise to the interior - but it sounds no less spectacular for.

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Dodge Dart, the American Giulietta

 

Dodge works for the American market a

model based on the Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 

 

These photos are the first stabbing of life and it is 

immediately reported that the new small Dodge Dart 

and goes through life.
Earlier, in the 60s and 70s used a small model of the brand.

The Dart is the first vehicle from the Chrysler model 

portfolio that gets Italian genes. 

The Americans hope things specific to the Alpha, as 

the handling and safety, to be put on the Dart.

Dodge talks about a '2013 'model, which means we 

meet him halfway through next year on the market 

can expect.

On September 1st is the official unveiling.

For the engine range refers to a 'Tiger Shark' 2.0-liter

engine that certainly is for the R / T version. 

Then there is the 1.4-liter turbo and 2.4-liter Multiair.

All are four-cylinder diesel and Dodge did not dare. 

The new Dart is produced next year at the Belvidere 

plant II, and is an American product.

 

 

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Bugatti Veyron embodies the brawn of velocity

Bugatti is on the Auto Show in Dubai, of course, the middle group. They show three copies of the open Grand Sport in frantic tones.  

The First comes in black with yellow :

 

  

The favorite colors of the old Ettore. The seats are upholstered in yellow leather and finished with black stitching. The center console is made ​​of carbon fiber and various details in the interior are upholstered in black leather with yellow stitching. The Grand Sport is sold to the first 1.58 million euros conjures.

 The Second comes in black with aluminum :

                                

                       

                                   

The second Grand Sport comes in a combination of carbon black with polished aluminum. The wheels are also polished.Furthermore, the front grille and air intakes polished. In the interior we find the so-called orange-tangerine leather. In the interior, the dashboard, steering wheel and door panels in black leather and finished with orange stitching. This special Bugatti will cost 1.74 million euros.

The Third comes in  green with aluminum:

                   

 

                       

In the third copy is the carbon fiber bodywork done in green. This is again combined with polished aluminum. The wheels, side mirrors and the EB logo are also made of polished aluminum. The interior is a combination of green and silver used, again sought a price of 1.74 million euros.

Bugatti is working on the home stretch of the Veyron. The three hundred cabins are sold out and now only the Grand Sports were built. Of these, 45 of the 150 copies sold. So there are still 105 units on offer. So if you feel the temptation ...

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NEW STRIKING CADILLAC CTS Coupé 2011

AMAZING CADILLAC CTS......

The striking appearance by CTS itself is a real head turner. If he got well, is of course subjective, but he looks nice anyway thick. With its high hunched shoulders and sharp nose, the CTS Coupe undeniably something menacing, here is one serious car. Pull the large door and you find an interior that is largely known from the less exciting Sedan and Wagon. Cute details include buttons to open your doors, no handles but a sort of clumsy X-BOX buttons.

Apart from the aforementioned CTS-V, CTS Coupe you as a potential driver do not have much choice. The only engine is a 3.6-liter V6 that yields 311 horsepower. On demand can drive the rear wheels via a manual six-speed gearbox or an automatic with the same object. Four wheel drive is also possible, then you, insist on a machine.

 

Slightly more

We drove the rear wheel drive version with automatic transmission and the latter do not really excite. As we previously encountered in the Wagon, the transmission on the slow side, and he do not always agree with the driver to choose the opposition. Fortunately, you can toggle with little driving game. About the engine a lot better, this is a powerful and civilized machine during normal driving quietly in the background and a nice roar at full load-performer.

Because we have already driven the CTS Wagon is driving us familiar. By a wide tread sends Coupe just tighter. On the road holding is not the one who is like the Wagon and Sedan in good order, but do you expect from a little more spectacular-looking model. By the light steering is also still a large piece lost feeling with the car. You can best hard corners with the Coupe, but the real pleasure remains unfortunately a bit. Still, the CTS Coupe is anything but a disappointment.

 

PRICE .

By its job properly calculated base is quiet touring something which the CTS Coupe is excellent. Small downside is the pricing. Want one, and then you should take a minimum of € 79.600. Want a gearbox, then you lose everything because of the higher emission begins only at the price of € 84.210. Then even the version 4-wheel driving and cheaper machine, which costs € 82.630. There is something in return in terms of equipment. Leather upholstery, navigation system, electric seats, xenon lights and keyless entry is standard. Want to join the competition such an equipped car than you lose at least the same amount. But a price range is certainly not the CTS Coupe.

Earlier, we drove all the top version of the CTS line, the CTS-V. But for whom anything that is too much, fortunately, Cadillac also a less wealthy special-lined version of the Coupé. And that's actually pretty good.

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MASERATI's CONVERTIBLE BANGED GENEVA SHOW.

The Maserati convertible is never been a quiet boulevard cruiser, but space for a sportier version is always there. This is the Gran Sport convertible





The GranCabrio Sport is the first of Maserati at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show . Who has had several adjustments to the car a little harder to make. Particularly Maserati's Friction Reduction Progam, where internal frictions in the art to be addressed. According to the manufacturer, the vehicle is now six percent more efficient, even though the V8 with an output of 450 hp 45 units more than the standard model.




Furthermore,  the 4.7-liter V8 not only got in horsepower, but also become more efficient. This is by Also ensures the GranCabrio MC Sports Auto Shift for an optimized adjustment of six-speed automatic. This technique is derived directly from the Quattroporte Sport GTS. The Skyhook suspension system has been improved and the brake discs perforated on the Sport version.

Externally, the car identified by a trident and a black grille with red accents. The headlights have a dark interior with white indicators. The side skirts have a new format and presentation of the Gran Sport Convertible is also an opportunity for the introduction of a new body color. This Rosso Trionfale which is inspired by the red in the 50s Maserati drove his races.

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FF Ferrari Four -4 Wheel Drive

Ferrari announced at the Geneva Motor Show that The FF, Ferrari Four, goes into production. With four wheel drive and seating can’t in competition with the Porche Panamera and the Aston Martin Rapide, but this is obviously a two door. Also think about the Bentley Continental GT Super Sports.

A 6.3-liter V12 with 660 horsepower provides the power. The engine delivers 683 Nm at 6,000 rpm. And for the first time driving a Ferrari engine in a four wheels. Ferrari calls the four-wheel drive system 4RM. The berteft a proprietary technology which Ferrari half the weight of a conventional 4x4.

Furthermore, the FF have a new damping system similar to the Audi Magnetic Ride system and the damping of the Corvette.

FF does it with an F1 transmission with double clutch. He may be 3.7 seconds from 0 to 100 km / h and reaches a top speed of 335 km / h. Only need 2.7 pounds each horsepower to propel. The average fuel consumption is 15.4 liters per 100 kilometers which is equivalent to 360 grams of CO2 per kilometer.

The FF is 4.90 meters long and offers 450 liters luggage, according to Ferrari the most in its class.

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Range Rover Sport’s Project Kahn

Project Kahn is developing an even more extreme version dubbed the RS600 Super Sport.

Previewed here today in this official rendering, the new Range Rover Sport RS600 Super Sport is expected to be released in the very near future.

It wasn’t that long ago that we first herd a report that LAND ROVER is working on supercharged Range Rover Sport’s Project Kahn’s RS600 package.

Starting with a custom exhaust system tuned for a powerful yet refined sound,

the RS600 treatment tweaks the SUV's engine to deliver a supercar-like 600 horsepower.

Now, with the help of the tuning experts at Motorsport legend COSWORTH.

No other details have been released but expect the new model to get the aggressive look of previous creations, including oversized wheels, aerodynamic body kits and plenty of chrome accessories.

If the RS600 and more extreme RS600 Super Sport seem just a tad over the top, however, Project Kahn is also working on a custom package for the new Range Rover Evoque, which we reported on earlier.

As for the RS600 Super Sport, stay tuned for an update.

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