2011 Peugeot 308 GTi
The Peugeot 308 GTi makes subtle play of its distinctive features, meeting the wishes of discerning customers who know exactly what will set heads turning. The new 1.6 litre THP 147 kW (200 bhp) engine under the bonnet of the Peugeot 308 GTi and the RCZ sports coupé is efficient in every sense of the word: generous torque and power, very low fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, and fully compliant with the Euro 5 emission standard.
With its maximum torque of 275 Nm (from 1700 rpm and up to 4500 rpm) and its maximum power of 147 kW (from 5500 to 6800 rpm), the 308 GTi benefits from initial and in-gear acceleration of the highest order (80 to 120 kph in 6.7 s in 5th gear; 0 to 100 kph in 7.7 s, 1000 m standing start in 27.8 s…) while its fuel consumption is 6.9 litres/100 km in the combined cycle (159 g/km of CO2). Read more
2011 Skoda Yeti 4×4
The Skoda Yeti is strong, geared to move under difficult conditions and help its passengers along where others give up. But it has the edge on the original Yeti: Unlike him, it is also happy in warmer areas, finding its way not just in difficult terrain and off road, but with equal confidence and assurance on the road.
Skoda Yeti’s engine range includes five four-cylinder units with a performance spectrum from 77 kW to 125 kW (105 bhp to 170 bhp). It includes two petrol and three diesel units, which all meet the EU5 requirements.
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2010 Alpina BMW B7 Bi-Turbo Allrad
The Alpina BMW B7 Bi-Turbo Allrad with all-wheel-drive exploits the technical potential of BMW’s xDrive System and its intelligent and dynamic distribution of drive power. It continuously and fully variable distributes torque between the front and rear axle within milliseconds.
In addition to offering maximum available traction under acceleration, the system provides exceptional levels of active safety by constantly monitoring the driving situation and distributing torque accordingly.
Despite the Alpina BMW B7 Bi-Turbo Allrad’s high level of torque, intervention of the DSC stability control system by applying the brakes or by reducing engine output, is only seldom necessary because the intelligent torque distribution is extremely effective at neutralising any indication of under- or oversteer at the onset.
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2011 Hyundai Equus
The 2011 Hyundai Equus will compete with the best luxury sedans in the world on all levels including amenities, performance, advanced technologies, design and ownership experience when it arrives at select Hyundai dealerships in the late summer of 2010.
Hyundai Equus broadens Hyundai’s lineup of premium vehicles and like Genesis, is built on Hyundai’s world-class rear-wheel-drive architecture. It is powered by the award-winning 4.6-liter Tau® V8. The Tau inside the Hyundai Equus will produce an estimated 385 horsepower using premium fuel and 378 horsepower using regular fuel. With technology rivaling more expensive luxury sedans, Hyundai Equus showcases features such as a lane departure warning system, electronic air suspension, smart cruise control and a Lexicon® audio system.
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2011 Subaru Impreza WRX STI
The Subaru Impreza WRX STI performance flagship model will be the first time that offered in two body styles (5-door and 4-door). In addition to the new styling, the 2011 WRX STI features significantly revised suspension tuning and lighter 18-inch wheels for even sharper handling.
The 2011 WRX STI continues as the ultimate-performance Subaru with its high-boost 305-hp turbocharged/intercooled 4-cyl. Boxer engine and 6-speed manual transmission. The STI also features Multi-Mode Driver Controlled Center Differential (DCCD) version of Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive with three “Auto” modes, as well as a manual mode with six driver-selectable differential locking settings.
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