2010 Mercedes C-Class Facelift - Spy Shots

The Mercedes C-Class W204 will be the end of 2010. This is mid-cycle facelift of 2010 Mercedes C-Class Spy Shots. The rear tail lights adorn future changes and also a revised rear apron. The interior will provide a small lift for marginal changes. Some of the changes will likely include the addition of new BluTec diesel powertrains and engine stop-start systems, as well as more direct-injected models.

2010 Wimmer RS Ferrari F430 Scuderia

At the Essen Motor Show, Wimmer RS will present its tuning programme for the stunning Ferrari F430 Scuderia. The famous red sports car excels as a true race ride with striking sport characteristics and dynamics, which are taken to a whole new level with the new refinement programme from Wimmer.

The tuned F430 Scuderia gets a specially developed power kit, which can be heared and felt. It is consist of new Wimmer engine control software and sport valve exhaust system with remote control. Fitted with the new power pack, the Wimmer Scuderia’s 4.3L V8 petrol engine boosts 38 hp more than the stock output of 483 hp, which corresponds for a top speed increase to 321 km/h. With this performance data, the F430 Scuderia accelerates form zero to 100 km/h in just 3.84 seconds, to 200 km/h in 11.03 seconds and hits the 300 km/h in 34.9 seconds. The refined Ferrari is also fitted with a KW HLS system (Hydraulic Lift System) that lifts up the front axle with 45 mm if needed.

The F430’s ultimate sport appeal is further strenghtened by a 19” BBS FI alloy rims wrapped in speed tyres from Dunlop in dimensions 225/35 R 19 on the front axle and 305/30 R19 on the rear one.

Fiat 1.6 Sport Adventure

Fiat 1.6 Sport Adventure is a car specially designed keeping Indian roads in mind. The car’s looks and interior suit Indian palate. It can move calmly on not-so-good roads and fuel consumption is all good. In short, it can be said that Indian consumers will overall find satisfaction with Fiat 1.6 Sport.

Design and Interior
The car flaunts several effective features like vanity mirror on the co-driver side sun visor, electrically adjustable door mirror; front and rear power windows, full door trims with fabric insert, windscreen with shade band, and kenwood music system with 6 speakers etc. It can move on rugged roads effectively. The body is spacious enough to accommodate enormous amount of luggage. Its tyres effectively stick to the ground and you have a sense of stability while driving. The car gains average points in terms of appearance, comfort, features, performance, and value for money.

Front Suspension has Independent Wheel, MacPherson type with lower wishbone anchored to cross member, coil springs, stabilizing bar and telescopic dual effect shock absorbers. Rear Suspension has Independent wheel with longitudinal wishbones anchored to rear axle and stabilizing bar, coil spring and telescopic dual effect hydraulic dampers.

Variants and Price
The car is available in the range of Rs 5.6 lakhs.

Safety
Standard safety equipments have been incorporated in the car including 3rd stop belt; collapsible steering column; instrument cluster with white dials and tachometer; height adjustable rear head restraints; side foot board stand; rear windshield defroster height adjustable front seat belts; child lock on rear window; bull bar with frog lamps etc. The car has ventilated discs front brakes and self-adjusting drum rear brakes.

Engine
The car has 1596cc 16 valve DOHC Torque engine and 32-bit microprocessor. It delivers an output of 100 bhp and the car can attain a maximum speed of 175 kmph. Fuel consumption is 12 km per litre.

Honda Accord

Honda Accord is a mid-range sedan appreciated for inspiring luxury, superior performance and eye-catching design. It is a car which has just rewritten the meaning of luxury sedans in 'D' segments. It is among the most popular luxury cars in India. If it is grandeur what you want, you must go for Honda Accord. Having aggressive looks, it is a commanding sedan.

Design and Interior
Impressive front and rear fascia is an asset of Honda Accord. Features incorporated in Honda Accord are wide and well cushioned seats with power adjuster, exceptionally spacious leg room, tilt power steering, highly efficient air-conditioning system, high-end music system, which enhance your driving comfort. Intelligent VTEC engine, rigid chassis and independent suspension contribute towards maximizing performance. It has roomy cabin, which means enough legroom as well as sufficient bootspace.

Car’s front suspension system has Independent Double Wishbone with Coil Spring and Stabilizer, while its rear suspension system has independent 5-link Double Wishbone with Coil Spring and Stabilizer. Honda Accord comes with 5-speed Manual Transmission and 5-speed Automatic transmission with Paddle shift, which can give the sense of F1 racing.

Variants and Price
The car is available in the variants of

VTi L MT Petrol 2354 cc Manual
VTi L AT Petrol 2354 cc Automatic
V6 Petrol 2997 cc Automatic

Honda Accord has been priced in a tag of Rs.15-16 Lakhs.

Engine
Accord has a 2400 cc, i-VTEC DOHC engine that generates 142 BHP @ 5500 rpm and 20.0kgm of torque @ 4700 rpm.

Safety
Safety features of the car include Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), Front & Rear Fog Lights, Dual SRS Airbag System with Intelligent Sensor Control, Keyless Entry, Engine Immobilizer, Engine Check Warning, Door & Trunk Ajar Warning, Key, Seatbelt & Lighting Alarm, and Whiplash Protection for Front Seat. The car is equipped with both active and passive safety measures.

Audi A4

Audi A4 2010

Audi A4 2010

Audi A4 2010

Audi, the German carmaker of international reputation, is acknowledged for developing lavish cars with catchy design, fantastic interior and solid performance. It launched A4 sedan in India in mid 2008. The sedan fulfilled a range of pre-imagined concepts of its users with its two powerful engine options and good mileage. For people of classy vehicles, it is a very good companion.

Design and Interior
The car is known for its remarkable road presence. The durable single frame radiator grille, with four overlapping rings (Audi's symbol) and stylish bi-xenon headlamps enhance the look of front end of this vehicle. The solid wheel arches provide additional width to the car and support to its dynamic carriage. In the rear end, it flaunts a spoiler and wrap-around tail lights. The sedan stands out from the crowd for the amazing finish in its look. It is one of the leading cars in the subject of glamour and comfort.

Cabin of the sedan is made of smooth leather surfaces and soft touch materials. There is ambient lighting in the cabin that graces the limit of glamour. Seats of this care are well-structured and covered with quality leather. A driver-tilted LCD is positioned on the top of the stylish device sheet, which gets a smooth wooden trim. Besides audio information, the small LCD located between tachometer and speedometer exhibits information about routing, when the driver selects route assistance.

Variants and Price
There are two variants of Audi A4 sedan, 3.2 FSI (petrol) and 2.0 TDI (diesel). The petrol model of the automobile is priced at Rs 36 Lakh (approx), while the diesel variant could be possessed for Rs 29 Lakh (approx).

Engine
Audi A4 sedan has a 3.2 FSI tiptronic Quattro engine, which delivers a power of 265 PS @ 6500 rpm and a torque of 330 Nm @ 3000 rpm. The car accelerates to 100 km/h in 6.4 seconds and reaches a top speed of 250 km/h.

Safety
Safety features available in the car are Electronic Stability Program (ESP), with traction control and Antilock Braking System (ABS). The car also features dual stage front airbags, side and curtain airbags, to protect the passengers from the impact of collision in the event of accidents.

Technical Specifications

A4 2.0 T Specifications
Model Configuration
200 hp with 6-speed manual transmission and FrontTrak front-wheel drive
200 hp with Audi multitronic™ Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) and FrontTrak® front-wheel drive
200 hp with 6-speed manual transmission and quattro® all-wheel drive
200 hp with 6-speed Tiptronic® and quattro all-wheel drive
Engine
Turbocharged DOHC inline 2.0 liter 4-cylinder with FSI® Direct Injection, variable valve timing and intake manifold
Displacement: 2.0 liters (121.06 cu. in.)
Bore: 3.25 in.
stroke: 3.65 in.
Compression ratio: 10.5:1
Horsepower: 200 hp @ 5,100-6,000 rpm
Torque: 207 lb-ft @ 1800-5000 rpm
Performance
0-60 mph in seconds: 7.1 (FrontTrak manual models), 7.3 (multitronic CVT with FrontTrak and 6-speed manual with quattro), 7.5 (6-speed Tiptronic with quattro)
Top track speed: 130 mph*
EPA fuel economy estimates (city/highway)*:
multitronic: 24/32
manual, FrontTrak: 23/34
manual, quattro: 22/31
Tiptronic: 22/30
Chassis/Technical
Fully galvanized steel unibody with multi-step anti-corrosion protection
Front dynamic suspension: 4-link with upper and lower control arms, stabilizer bar and separate coil springs/shock absorbers (gas-charged)
Rear dynamic suspension: Fully independent trapezoidal-link with stabilizer bar and separate coil springs/shock absorbers (gas-charged)
Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP® 8.0)
Servotronic® vehicle speed-sensitive steering; turning circle: 36.4 ft.
Curb weight (lbs.):
multitronic, FrontTrak: 3450
manual, FrontTrak: 3428
manual, quattro: 3549
Tiptronic, quattro: 3660
Capacities:
Engine oil (quarts): 6.3
Fuel tank, FrontTrak (gallons): 18.5
Fuel tank, quattro (gallons): 16.6
A4 3.2 Specifications
Model Configuration
255 hp with 6-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission and quattro all-wheel drive
255 hp with 6-speed manual transmission and quattro all-wheel drive
255 hp with Audi multitronic™ Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) and FrontTrak® front-wheel drive
Engine
DOHC aluminum 90-degree 3.2 V6 with FSI Direct Injection, variable intake valve timing and intake manifold
Displacement: 3.2 liters (190.57 cu. in.)
Bore: 3.33 in.
stroke: 3.65 in.
Compression ratio: 12.5:1
Horsepower: 255 hp @ 6,500 rpm
Torque: 243 lb-ft @ 3250 rpm
Performance
0-60 mph in seconds: 6.7
Top track speed: 130 mph*
EPA fuel economy estimates (city/highway)*:
Tiptronic, quattro: 19/26 mpg
manual, quattro: n/a
multitronic, FrontTrak: n/a
Chassis/Technical
Fully galvanized steel unibody with multi-step anti-corrosion protection
Front dynamic suspension: 4-link with upper and lower control arms, stabilizer bar and separate coil springs/shock absorbers (gas-charged)
Rear dynamic suspension: Fully independent trapezoidal-link with stabilizer bar and separate coil springs/shock absorbers (gas-charged)
Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP® 8.0)
Servotronic® vehicle speed-sensitive steering; turning circle: 36.4 ft.
Curb weight (lbs.):
Tiptronic, quattro: 3748
manual, quattro: n/a
multitronic, FrontTrak: n/a

2009 ATT Autotechnik BMW 335i

The Rastatt based tuner – ATT Autotechnik is ready with an exclusive programme for the topless BMW 335i, which increases even more the pleasure and freedom of open air driving. The refined dual turbo six-cylinder vehicle from ATT strikes with its increased engine power – 362 hp and 536 Nm of torque.

ATT Autotechnik is offering two levels of power boost. At level I (2.355 Euro), the BMW 335i tops 345 hp and 481 Nm by mounting of an additional controller. At level II (4.130 Euro), the 3 series convertible achieves entire 362 hp and 526 Nm by installing an additional controller and a stainless steel sport exhaust system, which also ensures the proper sound of the car. To match visually the increased power and roar of the bi turbo engine, the APP BMW 335i is fitted with big ATT TEC LeMans 20” wheels in dimension 8,5×20” and 10×20” wrapped in high performance tires Michelin Pilot Sport 2 size 245/30 ZR20 and 285/25 ZR20 (3.475 Euro). A new design fender in M3-optics with original M3-louver, boxes, mounting accessories and LED blinker is available for 1.843 Euro. Additional 597,00 Euro are needed to order the fender in Rastatt in car body color.

2009 Alfa Romeo 159 Autodelta J4

A year passed since Autodelta J4 2.2 C was released, but the tuning company didn’t stop with this model. Now they announce J4 3.2 C based on 3.2-litre V6 version to complete the range upgrades for the Alfa 159.

Autodelta has more than 25 years experience in developing and applying forced induction principles to Alfa Romeos.The result of supercharging the 3.2 V6 engine is just breath stopping. The power unit now delivers 352 bhp and 435 Nm of torque. These figures will satisfy even the most extreme needs of the fans.

The tuning package for J4 3.2 C doesn’t include only engine modifications. The tuning company Autodelta added bigger brake system, some chasis and electronics upgrades, stiffened suspension, which includes adjustable coilovers. It is everything about the performance of the car.

Alfa Romeo 159 Autodelta J4 3.2 C combines spirit and cutting-edge technology. The main goal of tuners from Autodelta is to improve the driving experience behind the steering wheel and obviously they achieved it.

J4 3.2 is a flamboyant and in the same time stylish four-door sedan with clearly expressed sporty character.

2010 Nissan GT-R European Version

The updates for Nissan GT-R European version include changing front spring and damper rates to improve the comfort for occupants. Besides that the responsiveness is better and the handling is more accurate. At the rear, the stiffness of the suspension radius rod bushings has been increased, so the car feels much more stable in the corners.

Other feature of the European version is the logic controlling torque distribution between the front and rear axles.

Nissan also updated the software of the gearbox. They changed the logic in the gearbox to give a later downshift from 6th to 5th when being driven in automatic mode and also added more aggressive downshift pattern when changing down from 4th to 3rd, and from 3rd to 2nd gear.

Additional cooling to the exhaust and gearbox is provided by two additional NACA cooling ducts, which have been added to the carbon fibre underfloor diffuser. Other feature in the cooling system is a new larger diameter pipe connecting the oil cooler to reduce gearbox temperatures.

The brakes has been revised, too. The balance of the electonic brakeforce distribution bias has been moved slightly rearwards to improve the braking stability in dry conditions.

To ensure that Nissan GT-R is Euro 5 compliant, the CO2 emissions are dropped to 295g/km.

The slight exterior and interior changes include a double coat of clear paint for front and rear bumpers, the speedometer and rev counter now has sport gun metallic finish surrounds and uprated insulation for the rear seats.

Upgraded Navigation & Audio

Nissan GT-R received new better Navigation and Audio system, which includes a Hard Disk Drive with 40GB of memory space for road maps and music tracks. The system also gets extended mapping which now includes Turkey, Eastern Europe and Russia. The resolution of the new 7 inch screen is up to four times better than the previous generation system. The software includes Real time traffic information is supplied via RDS-TMC and access to Point Of Interest (POI) information supplied by Michelin with useful information on restaurants, services, museums and other tourist attractions in 20 major European cities.

The software also includes on-screen instructions displayed in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch or Russian. It also have voice recognition supported in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese and Dutch.

The navigation system continue to use touch-screen interface, which is proved to be easy and safe. It also have a Bluetooth phone connectivity for additional safety while you are driving. The system also allows iPod/USB connection with full control via the screen and/or steering wheel switches.

Nissan GT-R has been introduced two years ago and it has over 50 awards since then. A total of over 1600 GT-Rs were delivered to customers since the start of European sales earlier this year. Some of the award of GT-R are:

Top Gear Supercar of the Year (UK)
What Car? Performance Car of the Year (UK)
Motor Trend Car of the Year (US)
Automobile magazine Automobile of the Year (South Africa)
International Car of the Year (US)
Consumers’ Choice Award: Car of the Year 2007-2008 (Japan)
King of Cars: Nippon Sport Newspaper (Japan)

For many fans and customers Nissan GT-R is the ultimate sports car, which combines cutting-edge technology and unique driving experience.

2009 JE Design Seat Leon FR

At Seat, FR stands for Formula Racing. But that was not exciting enough for the JE DESIGN engineers. They turned the new Seat Leon FR into a real sports car which has significantly gained power and also shows it.

-Performance rises up to 270 hp with the TSFI and 204 hp with the TDI
-Entire aerodynamics pack and four-pipe system
-LED daytime running lights and wing doors
-Interior refinement with two-colour leather equipment

The Seat two-litre petrol engine produces 211 hp (155 kW) in the serial model. Due to an optimisation of the control unit, JE DESIGN increases the performance of the TFSI-engine by a good quarter to 270 hp (199 kW). The maximum torque leaps from 280 to 355 Newton metres. Instead of 7.1 seconds, the JE DESIGN-Leon reaches the 100 kph barrier in already 6.2 seconds. JE DESIGN offers the performance enhancement for 1499 Euros including VAT, assembly and a one-year warranty.

Also the Diesel engine becomes brawnier after JE DESIGN engineers put the finishing touches on their work. The additional electronics Can-Tronic boosts the two-litre TDI from 170 hp (125 kW) to 204 hp (150 kW) and the maximum torque from 350 to 380 Newton metres. Therefore the sprint from 0 to 100 kph is reduced from 8.2 to 7.6 seconds. The price is 1339 Euros and also includes VAT, assembly and warranty.

The Leon FR by JE DESIGN proudly presents this newly acquired power with bold headlight blends (89 Euros), LED daytime running lights (299 Euros) and its aerodynamics pack. The front spoiler with the double lip (279 Euros) draws the vehicle to the road. The side skirts (299 Euros) calm down the air flow which derives from the new rear skirt attachment (299 Euros) and the centre diffuser attachment (99 Euros) at the rear. There, the end muffler with its mighty four-pipe system (899 Euros) unmistakably confirms that this is no serial Seat.

By lowering the vehicle, the car receives a sportier look and a better handling at the same time. Owing to the lowering springs (159 Euros), the Seat is 35 millimetres closer to the road. With the coilover suspension (979 Euros), an individual lowering from 15 to 40 millimetres can be achieved. Therefore, the new 19-inch wheels look especially impressive. The elegant and dynamic design of the Multispoke wheels glows in black and has a polished rim bead. Sport wheels measuring 225/35R 19 ensure a safe contact to the road (entire wheel set for 2930 Euros).

The most significant difference between the JE DESIGN Leon and its serial counterpart shows as soon as the driver opens the doors. The wing door hinges (1499 Euros) first open the doors outwards before they safely glide upwards.

And as if the refinement of the engine and the exterior were not impressive enough, JE DESIGN additionally enhances the interior. Seats, door linings and the centre armrest are all wrapped in noble leather (1599 Euros). Thereby, the colour combination between leather and stitches can be chosen without any additional charges. A two-stage seat heating (379 Euros) is offered as well as an adjustable lordosis support (319 Euros). But the highlight of the interior refinement is not visible: the driver and the passengers can indulge in the luxury of the massage system in the seats which offers twelve programmes (429 Euros). Moreover, the refiner offers to embroider a logo into the back rests (79 Euros) according to the wishes of the customer.

Moreover, the refining experts from Leingarten also offer noble leather for the steering wheel (399 Euros), the gear shift skirt and the hand brake cuff (together for 179 Euros).

With the Leon FR, JE DESIGN once again confirms its competence in refining Seat automobiles. With the performance enhancement, the entire aerodynamics pack and a keen eye for details, the engineers developed a dynamic and overall harmonious automobile.