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Mitsubishi e compact Concept
Details and more photos with the Mitsubishi e compact Concept, a.k.a. the Global Small Concept have just been released by the Japanese automaker, as this next generation architecture is being presented this days at the Geneva Motor Show.
The Mitsubishi e compact Concept is likely to represent a preview for the new generation Colt, although the company has not confirmed yet the name of their new B Segment player.
Fiat 500 Coupe Zagato
Designers at Zagato and Fiat Centro Stile have created a special concept called the 500 Coupe Zagato which premiered today at the Geneva Motor Show.
With a classic 2+2 cabin configuration, the Fiat 500 Coupe Zagato features a completely revamped exterior, which now looks more aggressive, at it has received a uniquely shaped ‘double hump’ roof, restyled C pillars, a smaller rear window and new 17 inch alloys.
Saab PhoeniX Concept at Geneva 2011
Swedish automaker Saab has unveiled a radical looking concept at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show today, named PhoeniX.
Designed by that company’s new chief designer, Jason Castriota, who calls the Saab PhoeniX ‘aeromotional’ the concept offers a glimpse at to what the next generation 9-3 will look like, and some of its mine features include butterfly opening doors and the roof mounted winglets.
Toyota Prius Plus Hybrid MPV
The Toyota Prius Plus premiered in Geneva today, and this new seven-seater which represents Europe’s first Hybrid MPV will go on sale in the first half of 2012.
Just like the Yaris HSD Concept, the Toyota Prius Plus is all about low emissions and consumption, but this time combined with family versatility through its generous space at the interior which has been configured in three independent, split-folding second row seats, and a 50:50 split fording third row.
Alfa Romeo 4C Concept
The Alfa Romeo 4C Concept premiered at the 81st edition Geneva Motor Show today, with this compact supercar expected to go into production and hit the market sometime in 2012.
Measuring around 4 meter in length, and with a wheelbase of less then 2.4 meters, the Alfa Romeo 4C Concept is a two-seater sports car which sends the 200 HP (147 kW) generated by its 1.8-litre turbocharged engine to the rear via a new TCT automatic twin dry clutch transmission.
BRABUS 700 Biturbo Mercedes SLS AMG
Hamann and Mansory are not the only tuners who showcase new interpretations of the Mercedes SLS AMG at this year’s Geneva Motor Show.
Brabus is also among them, and their upgrade program or the German gullwing sports car is called the BRABUS 700 Biturbo, as an indication of whats going on under the bonnet.
The BRABUS 700 Biturbo Mercedes SLS AMG increased power coming from the V8 engine to 700 HP (514 kW) and 850 Nm (626 lb-ft) of torque, mainly by fitting the B63 bi-turbo system which features a left-turning charger for the left side of the engine.
Volkswagen Golf R special versions
VW will showcase four special versions Volkswagen Golf R at the Geneva Motor Show this week. These versions come with exclusive body colours, two-tone leather combinations and various carbon accents.
The exclusive colours are Oryx White and Carbon Steel Grey, and they are matched by high-end Nappa leather interiors, and motorsport look accents. At the interior the Volkswagen Golf R special versions also get motorsport shell seats with lateral supports in perforated leather, carbon inserts on the steering wheel, gear shift lever and door sill plates plus 19 inch Talladega wheels with orange brake callipers and carbon mirror caps.
Audi A3 Geneva Concept
Audi is on a roll, almost introducing one concept per auto show. Their latest creation is the Audi A3 Concept which combines four-door saloon practicality with power coming from a 408 PS 5-cylinder FSI engine.
This 2.5-litre 5-cylinder Turbo FSI engine developing 408 PS and 500 Nm of torque puts power to the ground via a 7-speed S tronic twin clutch transmission and enables the Audi A3 Concept to sprint from 0 to 62 mph in 4.1 seconds. Top speed is limited to 155 mph (250 Km/h) and consumption and emission figures are 31 mpg and 212 grams per Km.
Toyota Yaris HSD Hybrid Concept
The Toyota Yaris HSD Concept will premiere in Geneva today, and according to the automaker, this vehicle will bring full hybrid technology to the B-segment along with class leading consumption and emission figures as well as low cost of ownership.
The Toyota Yaris HSD Hybrid Concept will be followed by a production model which will be launched in 2012, with assembly scheduled to take place at the automaker’s Valenciennes plant in France.
Audi A1 Tuned by Pogea Racing
Pegea Racing as launched a upgrade program for the new Audi A1 which is called ‘A Force One’ and which comes with increased engine performance from classic chip tuning.
At hte exterior the Pogea Racing tuned Audi A1 distinguishes itself from the stock model through the ultralight OZ Racing Alleggerita HTL set of alloys, wrapped in ET35 Sport Contact 3 Continental tyres, the new exhaust system which comes with 76 mm laser engraved tailpipes.