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2010 Volkswagen Golf VI Wagon
Based on the 2010 Volkswagen Golf VI the Estate wagon was officially introduced today by the German car maker. With the company accepting orders as soon as tomorrow May 22 the 2010 Volkswagen Golf VI Wagon price reveals a 18,500 Euros tag, offering the Estate in a package that includes a generous list of standard features. Some of these features are the six airbags, ESP, daytime running lights, roof railing, central locking with RF remote control and climate control. Powering the 2010 Volkswagen Golf VI Wagon are either a direct-injection TSI gasoline engine producing 122 PS (90 kW) or two common-rail turbo diesel engines developing 105 PS (77 kW) respectively 140 PS (103. VW also announced that two new Multiport engines…
ABT AS5 Audi A5 cabriolet
The ABT AS5 Audi A5 cabriolet was unveiled today by the German tuning shop along with photos and specs. The vehicle is offered in a complete custom package with a discrete styling kit as well as power upgrades to the whole range of engines. So now the ABT AS5 Audi A5 cabriolet that can be equipped with a 2.0-litre TFSI, a 2.7-litre TDI or a 3.0-litre TDI engine has 275HP (202kW), 275HP (202kW) and respectively 282HP or 207kW at its disposal thanks to the company’s technicians. Also if an ABT turbocharger is installed on the largest V6 Diesel available then the ABT AS5 Audi A5 cabriolet will pack no less than 310 horsepower (228kW) and 610Nm of torque. Other performance mods…
GT by Citroen at 24 Hours of Nurburgring
Initially developed as a computer game race car, the French manufacturer’s GT by Citroen concept is continuing its adventures inside reality. Some of the future “adventure” planed for the GT by Citroen Concept include participation in some of the world’s most famous racing events. So the company announced that on May 23 GT by Citroen will be starting the 24 Hours Nurburgring race where the concept will complete a lap of honour and on June 12 it will take part in the “Grande Parade des Pilotes”…
Jay Leno reviews the 2009 Mercedes SL63 AMG
The latest sportscar entering Jay Leno’s Garage for a review is the 2009 Mercedes SL63 AMG. Powered by a supercharged 6.3 litre V8 engine the 2009 Mercedes SL63 AMG can “play” with 518 hp at 6800 rpm and 465 Nm of torque at 5200 rpm, needing only 4.6 seconds to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph). Top speed is limited to 250 Km/h (155 mph) and all these figures are achieved also with the help of AMG’s seven-speed Speedshift MCT transmission that can perform gear changes in 100 milliseconds…
Volkswagen Polo GTI Worthersee 2009 Edition
The second special edition custom car prepared for this year’s GTI Meet is the Volkswagen Polo GTI Worthersee 2009. The vehicle comes in the same flashy red colur as the VW Golf GTI Worthersee 2009 with two black rally stripes from one end to the other. Also the chassis was lowered and the overall aspect is completed by an 18 inch set of alloys. The Volkswagen Polo GTI Worthersee 2009 Edition is equipped with a 1.4 litre MPI engine that is good for 63kW (86 PS) and while no major changes regarding performance, the vehicle was fitted with a sport exhaust system with optimised sound. The list of interior mods for the Volkswagen Polo GTI Worthersee 2009 Edition features black nappa leather, a flat bottomed steering wheel and other discrete finishes that give it a sporty vibe.
Volkswagen Golf GTI Worthersee 2009
One of the limited edition models announced for the VW stand at this years GTI Meet is the Volkswagen Golf GTI Worthersee 2009. Under its skin there is a 2.0-litre TSI powerplant that can output 155 kw (210 PS) which will help the Volkswagen Golf GTI Worthersee 2009 achieve a 0 to 100 Km/h timing in 6.9 seconds and a top speed of 238 Km/h (148 mph). Featuring a lowered sports suspension for better grip and handleing and an improved exhaust system the Volkswagen Golf GTI Worthersee 2009 comes is a special color as with any respected custom car, which in this case is ‘Firespark Metallic’. As for interior mods the Volkswagen Golf GTI Worthersee 2009 welcomes its passengers with brushed aluminum trimmings, glossy black inserts, and redesigned sport seats.
Brabus Mercedes E Class Coupe
German tuning specialist Brabus has released details on its latest custom built supercar, the Brabus Mercedes E Class Coupe. Powered by its top of the line 6.1-litre engine that developes 462 hp (456 bhp) / 340 kW and a peak torque of 615 Nm (453 lb-ft) the Brabus Mercedes E Class Coupe can sprint from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.7 seconds and reach a top speed of 315 km/h (196 mph). Also made available by the tuning company are the performance packages developed on the Mercedes E250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY platform that can imrove performance thanks to a 1,390 Euros D4 tuning kit which will boost power from 204 hp (150 kW) to 235 hp (173 kW). For the Mercedes E350 CDI BlueEFFICIECY…
Opel Insignia OPC Sports Tourer unveiled
The Opel Insignia OPC Sports Tourer was unveiled today along with photos and details as an anticipated version after the sedan’s debut. The Opel Insignia OPC Sports Tourer went through a 10,000 Km testing stage on the Nurburgring and after completing such a demanding test the car is now ready for its future customers. The Opel Insignia OPC Sports Tourer is powered by a turbocharged 2.8-litre V6 that packs 325 hp (239 kW) and 435 Nm of torque and considering the new chassis the car had to be perfectly adapted for its power. So the vehicle’s height was lowered and fitted with Adaptive 4×4 transmission with an electronic rear limited slip differential (eLSD). The Opel Insignia…
Renault Espace turns 25
The French manufacturer announced today that their Renault Espace model is celebrating 25 years of existence. To properly celebrate such an event the company has set a special package for the 2009 Renault Espace that will help customers save no less that 5,520 Euros. We think that is a pretty sweet deal so if you consider buying the 2009 Renault Espace then you should know this limited edition version will include many features like panoramic sunroof, Integrated DVD/DivX player and CD navigator, a hands free card, two extra rear seats and 17 inch Eptius wheels with tyre monitoring system. Available for the 2009 Renault Espace are the company’s advanced diesel engines like…
Volkswagen Scirocco R
The most powerfull version of the Scirocco was introduced today by the German auto maker, and that is the Volkswagen Scirocco R. This car was developed based on the motor sport racing Scirocco GT24 version and is set to demonstrate its potential during the 24-hour race at the Nurburgring. Powered by a 2.0-litre TSI engine the Volkwagen Scirocco R can output an impressive 265 PS (195 kW) and 350 Nm of torque while the new front axle differential lock XDS will provide optimal traction. From 0 to 100 Km/h (62 mph) the Scirocco R needs only 6.5 seconds while top speed is limited to 250 Km/h (155 mph). As far as style elements the Volkswagen Scirocco R features large air intake…