February 27, 2013

Volkswagen Golf VII GTI (2013)


If a few days ago Volkswagen presented the new Golf GTD, now it is the time for the new VW Golf GTI to be revealed. Powered by a 2,0 liter, 4 cylinder, turbocharged engine, the German car has two versions: one with 217 HP and one with 227 HP. The more powerful version can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 6,4 seconds, before reaching a top speed of 250 km/h.

The standard package includes a 6 speed manual transmission, but an optional 6 speed DSG is also available. The GTI package also includes red accent line on the grille, extended into the headlamps, honeycomb grille inserts, smoked tail lamps, rear spoiler, twin pipes, side sills, a diffuser and 17 inch alloy wheels.
Model: Volkswagen Golf VII GTI Year: 2013 Engine: 2,0 l, 4 cylinder, turbo Gearbox: 7 speed, twin clutch Fuel: petrol Layout: front wheel drive Power: 227 HP Torque: ~280 Nm 0 - 100 km/h: 6,4 seconds Top speed: 250 km/h  Consumption: 6,5 l/100 km
Volkswagen Golf VII GTI 2013
Interested in the new Volkswagen Golf VII GTI? Orders in Germany will start on March 5 and the price will start at 28 350 EUR (37 000 USD).

February 26, 2013

McLaren P1 (2013)


The highly anticipated McLaren P1 has been unveiled just a week before Geneva Motor Show. The supercar is powered both by a 3,8 liter V8 engine, capable of producing 737 HP and 720 Nm of torque, and an electric motor, that adds 179 HP and 260 Nm. Combined, the two motors generate 916 HP and 900 Nm of torque, allowing the new McLaren P1 to accelerate from standstill to 100 km/h in less than 3 seconds, to 200 km/h in less than 7 seconds , to 300 km/h in 17 seconds, before reaching an electronically limited top speed of 350 km/h.
Model: McLaren P1 Year: 2013 Engine: 3,8 l, V8, twin-turbo + el. motor Gearbox: 7 speed, twin clutch Fuel: petrol Layout: rear wheel drive Power: 916 HP Torque: 900 Nm 0 - 100 km/h: < 3 seconds Top speed: 350 km/h (el. limited) Consumption: who cares? :)
McLaren P1 2013
 Only with the electric motor, the supercar can go up to 20 km at an average speed of 48 kmh. There will be only 375 cars available and if you will pay it’s price (that will start from 1 150 000 USD, 1 004 800 EUR or 866 000 GBP)  you will also get satellite navigation, climate control and premium audio system.

Brabus 800 Roadster - Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG (2013)


The powerful Mercedes-Benz SL 65 AMG Roadster has received a tuning kit from the famous Brabus, called Brabus 800. Starting from a 6,0 l V12 engine that used to produce 630 HP and 1000 Nm of torque, they managed to obtain 800 HP and 1420 Nm, limited to 1100 Nm,
If before the upgrade, the car accelerated from standstill to 100 km/h in just 4 seconds, after the upgrade the new Brabus 800 needs 0.3 seconds less and can reach an electronically limited top speed of 350 km/h.
Model: Brabus 800 Roadster (Merceds SL65 AMG) Year: 2013 Engine: 6,0 l, V12, biturbo Gearbox: 7 speed auto Fuel: gasoline Layout: rear wheels drive Power: 800 HP Torque: 1100 Nm (el. limited) 0 - 100 km/h: 3,7 seconds Top speed: 350 km/h (el. limited) Consumption: -
Brabus 800 Roadster - Mercedes-Benz Sl 65 AMG 2013
Beside the power upgrade, the kit includes a carbon fiber body kit, 20 inch alloy rims with high performance tires, a limited-slip differential and a customized interior.

February 25, 2013

Audi RS Q3 (2014)


Before presenting it at Geneva Motor Show, the German car manufacturers from Audi have revealed the new RS Q3 model. It has a 2.5 liter turbocharged engine that can produce 310 HP and 420 Nm of torque. Thanks to this power, the new Audi RS Q3 can accelerate from standstill to 100 km/h in 5,5 seconds, before reaching an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h. More information can be found in the data sheet below.
Model: Audi RS Q3 Year: 2014 Engine: 2,5 l, turbo, 5 cylinders Gearbox: 7 speed S-tronic Fuel: gasoline Drive: all wheels Power: 310 HP Torque: 420 Nm 0 - 100 km/h: 5,5 seconds Top speed: 250 km/h (el. limited) Consumption: 8,8 l/100 km
Audi RS Q3 2014
  The car will be available in the German dealerships from this fall and the price will start at 54 600 EUR.

February 21, 2013

Volkswagen Golf VII GTD (2013)


Before its debut, next month at the Geneva Motor Show, the new Volkswagen Golf VII GTD has been revealed by the Germans. Powered by a 2 liter, 4 cylinder engine, the new Golf GTD can develop 181 HP and 379 Nm of torque. In other words, the car can accelerate from standstill to 100 km/h in 7,5 seconds, before reaching a top speed of 230 km/h.
Model: Volkswagen Golf VII GTD Year: 2013 Engine: 2,0 l, 4 cylinders Gearbox: 6 speed manual Fuel: diesel Drive: front wheels Power: 181 hp Torque: 379 Nm 0 - 100 km/h: 7,5 seconds Top speed: 230 km/h Consumption: 4,1 l/100 km
Volkswagen Golf VII GTD 2013
 The standard version includes a 6 speed manual transmission, but you can change it with a dual-clutch 6 speed DSG. The new Golf VII GTD has been also equipped with 17 inch alloy wheels, sports suspension,  chromed tailpipe, diffuser, stainless steel pedals, sports steering wheel, black headlining and sports seats.

February 17, 2013

Kia Pro Cee'd (2013)


The new Kis Pro Cee’d got the price for the UK market and can be ordered. You can choose from two versions, the S, which has a price starting from 17 495 pounds, or the SE with a starting price of 19 495 pounds.
Even if both versions have the same engine (1,6 l GDi with 133 HP and 222 Nm of torque), the Pro Cee’d SE can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.5 seconds, with 0,3 seconds faster than the Cee’d S. Also, the SE has 17 inch wheels, stainless steel door sill plates and pedals, automatic dual-zone climate control, 7-inch touchscreen sat-nav system, automatic rain-sensing wipers and driver/passenger power lumbar seat support.
Model: Kia Pro Cee’d S Year: 2013 Engine: 1,6 l GDi Gearbox: 6 speed manual Fuel: gasoline  Drive: front wheels Power: 133 hp Torque: 222 Nm 0 - 100 km/h: 9,8 seconds Top speed: 195 km/h Consumption: 4,49 l/100 km
Kia Pro Cee'd S 2013
 The same versions of the new Kis Pro Cee’d  come with a diesel engine, capable of producing 126 HP and 260 Nm of torque

February 11, 2013

Aston Martin Vantage SP10 (2013)


Inspired by the GT4 racer, the new Aston Martin Vantage SP10 has been announced by the British car manufacturers. The sports car has a 4,7 liter V8 engine that can produce 430 HP and 490 Nm of torque, allowing it to accelerate from standstill to 100 km/h in just 4,5 seconds, before reaching a top speed of 305 km/h. More information can be found in the data sheet below.
Model: Aston Martin V8 Vantage SP10 Year: 2013 Engine: 4,7 l V8 Gearbox: 6 speed manual Fuel: gasoline  Drive: rear wheels Power: 430 hp Torque: 490 Nm 0 - 100 km/h: 4,5 seconds Top speed: 305 km/h Consumption: 11,4 l/100 km
Aston Martin Vantage SP10 2013
 The new V8 Vantage SP10 has a 6 speed manual transmission, but there is also the option to choose a 7 speed automatic instead. It will be in both versions, coupe and roadster, and the price will start from 96 635 EUR (plus taxes). That amount of money will also ensure Ceramic Grey Metallic finish, 19 inch alloy rims, with black brake calipers, a front splitter, carbon fiber rear diffuser, clear rear lamps and the envy of everyone who sees you in the car.

February 7, 2013

Volkswagen Golf VI R Cabriolet (2013)


Volkswagen Golf has a new R Cabriolet version. You would expect it to be a Golf VII R Cabrio, but no, it’s the sixth generation that got the top off. It has a 2,0 l, 4-cylinder motor that can generate 265 HP and 350 Nm, allowing the car to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 6,4 seconds, before reaching the electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h.
Model: Volkswagen Golf VI R Cabriolet Year: 2013 Engine: 2,0 l, 4 cylinders, turbo Gearbox: 6 speed manual Fuel: gasoline  Drive: all wheels Power: 265 hp Torque: 350 Nm 0 - 100 km/h: 6,4 seconds Top speed: 250 km/h (el. limited) Consumption: ~8,5 l/100 km
Volkswagen Golf VI R Cabriolet
 With a price that begins at 38 770 pounds in the UK and 43 325 EUR in Germany, the new Volkswagen Golf VI R Cabriolet offers a 25 mm lowered suspension, bi-xenon headlights, LED DRLs, side sill extensions, chrome-tipped exhausts, glossy black rear diffuser and mirror hounsings. Oh, and don’t forget about the rims. You get 18 or 19 inch alloy wheels.

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT (2013)


After debuting as a safety car in the Belgian Grand Prix, the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT has been offered to the customers. Thanks to it’s 6.3 l V8 engine and to the optimized AMG Speedshift DCT 7 speed transmission, the supercar develops 591 HP and 650 Nm of torque. This allows it to accelerate from standstill to 100 km/h in just 3.7 seconds and from 0 to 200 km/h in 11.2 seconds, before reaching a top speed of 320 km/h.
The new SLS AMG GT has been updated with the AMG Ride Control performance suspension, that combines the sophisticated suspension layout with twin aluminum wishbones, enhancing the car’s sportiness.
Model: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT Year: 2013 Engine: 6,3 l V8 Gearbox: 7 speed manual/auto Fuel: gasoline  Drive: rear wheels Power: 591 hp Torque: 650 Nm 0 - 100 km/h: 3,7 seconds Top speed: 320 km/h Consumption: 13,2 l/100 km
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT 2013
 Since its world premiere at the IAA International Motor Show in Frankfurt in 2009 and the presentation of the SLS AMG Roadster in May 2011, the super sports car from Mercedes-AMG has picked up a total of 40 awards - including such major prizes as the "German Design Award", the "Red Dot Design Award", the "Golden Steering Wheel 2009", "Classic of the Future", "Sports Car of the Year", "Best Performance Car" and "Legends on Wheels".”
If you want one, you have to pay 204 680 EUR for the SLS AMG GT, 213 010 EUR for the SLS AMG GT Roadster and an extra 5 771 EUR for the AMG designo Exclusive Style leather.

February 5, 2013

Audi RS6 Avant C7 (2014)


Being the main competitor for Mercedes’ E63 AMG Estate, the new Audi RS6 Avant has a smaller engine compared with it’s predecesor. But this doesn’t mean that it’s weeker. With 560 HP and 700 Nm of torque, the new Audi RS6 Avant can accelerate from standstill to 100 km/h in just 3.9 seconds, before reaching a top speed of 305 km/h. More data in the spec sheet below.
Model: Audi RS6 Avant C7 Year: 2014 Engine: 4,0 l V8 Gearbox: 8 speed auto, tiptronic Fuel: gasoline  Drive: all wheels Power: 560 hp Torque: 700 Nm 0 - 100 km/h: 3,9 seconds Top speed: 305 km/h Consumption: 9,8 l/100 km
Audi RS6 Avant C7 2014
 The new RS7 Avanat will be available in the summer (U.K.) and the price will start from 77 000 pounds.

Audi S6 C7 Quattro by MTM (2013)


 The tuners from MTM have updated the Audi S6 with a tuning kit, boosting the car’s power from 420 HP and 550 Nm to 555 HP and 700 Nm. In other words, the car can accelerate from standstill to 100 km/h in just 4.2 seconds, reaching a top speed of 290 km/h. More info in the specification sheet below.
Model: Audi S6 by MTM Year: 2012 Engine: 4,0 l V8, twin turbo Gearbox: 7 speed, dual clutch Fuel: gasoline  Drive: all wheels Power: 555 HP Torque: 700 Nm 0 - 100 km/h: 4,2 seconds Top speed: 290 km/h Consumption: -
Audi S6 C7 Quattro by MTM
 Beside the power upgrade, the car was fitted with nine-spoke rims, custom suspension and a new braking system. If you want the power kit (3 791 EUR) plus the custom suspension (1 737 EUR) you will have to pay MTM 5 528 EUR.
Source: WorldCarFans

February 2, 2013

Dodge Challenger R/T Redline (2013)


Dodge has anounced a special edition for the Challenger R/T, called Redline, that will be unveiled at Chicago Auto Show. The car is powered by a 5.7 l V8 HEMI engine that, in combination with a six speed manual transmission, develops 375 HP and 555 Nm of torque. The version with an automatic transmission develops only 372 HP and 542 Nm of torque. More details in the spec. sheet below.
Model: Dodge Challenger R/T Redline Year: 2013 Engine: 5,7 l V8 Gearbox: 6 speed manual Fuel: gasoline  Drive: rear wheels Power: 375 hp Torque: 555 Nm 0 - 100 km/h: 5,5 seconds Top speed: 263 km/h Consumption: 14,8 l/100 km
Dodge Challenger R/T Redline
 The new Dodge Challenger R/T Redline will be available in four colors: Pitch Black, Granite Crystal, Bright White and Billet Silver. If you want to buy this special edition, you will have to add 1 995 USD to the standard price (31 990 USD – the R/T model and 33 990 USD – the R/T Plus model).

February 1, 2013

Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Edition 507 (2014)


The Germans from Mercedes-Benz have prepared a special edition for the new C 63 AMG, called, Edition 507, that will be introduced this year at Geneva. Tha maximum power of the car has been increased with 50 HP, allowing it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.2 seconds. All this performance boost was obtained through the technology transfer from the SLS AMG model.
More information about the new Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Edition 507 can be found in the data sheet below.
Model: Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Edition 507 Year: 2014 Engine: 6,3 l V8, naturally aspirated Gearbox: 7 speed auto Fuel: gasoline  Drive: rear wheels Power: 507 hp Torque: 610 Nm 0 - 100 km/h: 4,2 seconds Top speed: 280 km/h (el. limited) Consumption: ~13,4 l/100 km
Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Edition 507 2014
Other modifications include the bonnet, borrowed from the C63 AMG Coupe Black Series, light-alloy cross-spoke wheels, available in titanium grey or matt black, AMG sports stripes in matt graphite grey, the spoiler lip, exterior mirror housings and the surrounds on the radiator grille and daytime driving lights, in high-gloss black, and darkened headlamps.
The sale release will begin on 8 April and the market launch in Germany will be inaugurated in June 2013.
Watch it in action in the video below:

Audi A8 L TDI (2014)


Presented at the Los Angeles Auto Show, the new Audi A8 L TDI will be sold in the United States, from the spring, at a price starting from 82 500 USD.  It has a 3,0 l V6 engine, that produces 240 HP and 550 Nm of torque, allowing it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 6,4 seconds. More information about the new Audi A8 L TDI can be found in the specification sheet below.
Model: Audi A8 L TDI Year: 2014 Engine: 3,0 l V6 Gearbox: 8 speed tiptronic Fuel: diesel  Drive: front wheels Power: 240 HP Torque: 550 Nm 0 - 100 km/h: 6,4 seconds Top speed: 250 km/h (el. limited) Consumption: 10 l/100 km
Audi A8 L TDI 2014