2013 Volvo V40 Cross Country

Volvo shows in Paris with the 2013 Volvo V40 Cross Country his second version of the new V40.

After the success of the Volvo V70 Cross Country is now bringing the off-road look in the compact class, and shows at 2012 Paris Motor Show for the first time the Volvo V40 Cross Country.

In comparison to the more robust models, the Cross Country XC models from Volvo are designed more than off-road dynamic offshoot Hatchback models.

The V40 Cross Country impresses with a revised front grille with dark, contrasting bumpers, independent front and rear bumper including integrated underride protection and elaborately molded door sills. Compared with the standard V40 Cross Country is also 40 millimeters higher to to offer off-road benefits and receive an SUV-like seating position.

Here, the V40 Cross Country is clearly positioned towards premium, what quality materials and great attention to detail prove. For the V40 Cross Country, five different versions of leather upholstery are available, including the new color "espresso". Best highlights the painting "Raw Cooper" the outdoor character of the Volvo V40 Cross Country, deposits in the same color in the center console, the nature-loving world of color emphasize on.

With the engines, customers can choose the same engine as the V40, there are two petrol and three diesel engines with outputs ranging from 115 hp (84 kW) to 254 hp (187 kW) available. The top model, the Volvo V40 T5 AWD Cross Country has, as standard with a 6-speed automatic transmission and accelerates in only 6.4 seconds from 0 to 100 km / h.

Base gasoline engine is the 1.6 GTDI with an output of 180 hp combines (132 kW), the sporty performance with moderate fuel consumption and will consume an average of only 5.5 liters of gasoline per 100 kilometers.

The diesel engines are fitted with an output of 115 hp (84 kW) to 177 hp (130 kW) and can also be combined with an automatic. The thrifty D2 with 115 hp (84 kW) is content with an average of 3.8 liters per 100 kilometers, and thus comes to a CO2 output of only 99 g / km.

The start of production for the Volvo V40 Cross Country will take place in November 2012, the first copies are then end of 2012 / beginning of 2013.

2013 Toyota Verso

Toyota exhibits at the 2012 Paris Motor Show presented a revised version of the Toyota Verso, which is mainly evident in the redesigned front.

Besides the new Toyota Auris is at the Paris Auto Show, the first time the revised Toyota Verso be seen.

Most striking here is the new front end, which is very much in the style of the latest Toyota models and that of the Verso-S and new Auris has been aligned.

Sun said so far quite good acting family van a good portion of dynamics is administered. While the front is completely new, can be seen at the rear of the predecessor still very good.

Was also a slight redesign of the interior, which has now got higher-quality materials. Recognize the new Toyota Verso is also a redesigned center console and the 6.1 "touch screen, is also for the Toyota Touch & Go Plus navigation system available.

Overall, the compact seven-seater around 470 parts have been completely changed, stayed the same, however, are the proven engines. For the new Verso is again the 2.0 liter D-4D diesel engine with 126 hp, the 2.2-liter D-4D diesel engine with 177 hp, the 1.6-liter gasoline engine with 132 hp and the 1.8-liter gasoline engine with 147 hp give.

Exact pricing and equipment details for the newly revamped Toyota Verso will before its launch in early 2013, where known.

2013 Volvo V60 plug-in hybrid

Volvo was the first manufacturer to offer in 2013 a model with a diesel plug-in hybrid engine.

In recent years, the number of car models with hybrid drive is much higher, and the first plug-in hybrid models are already available. A special innovation but Volvo is now launching on the market that combines 2013 Volvo V60 plug-in hybrid that is a diesel engine with a rechargeable electric motor at each outlet.

The combination will create an even more efficient and also provide for the performance of other hybrid models in the shade. It serves as the basis of the Volvo V60 D5, whose 2.4-liter 5-cylinder diesel engine with an output of 215 hp and the plug-in model is giving good service.

In addition, a 70 HP joins (50 kW) electric motor by a 11.2 kWh lithium-ion battery big draws its energy. Volvo Volvo would not, they would not have paid attention to in the development of the security.

The batteries are positioned on the rear axle and thus have a very safe place in case of accidents, even with a strong rear-end collision to the dangerous cargo happen. In addition, Volvo has also developed an optimal cooling for the batteries so that their life is extended.

At first sight you can see the V60 plug-in hybrid to the patch with the message, and the gas cap in the front fender, behind which is the plug for recharging. With a 10A socket fully charge the batteries takes place in 4.5 hours, who has a higher security can complete the loading process even faster.

The interior of the Volvo is finely equipped (it is only in the upscale trim line "Summum" offered) equal to recognize the newly designed digital speedometer, the first time celebrated its premiere in the V40. Besides the large speedometer, the bar graphs are for the flow of energy and the charge state of the battery.

In the center console, behind the selection lever of the 6-speed automatic, three buttons for selecting the desired drive mode are housed. The driver can choose between "Pure", "hybrid" and "Power". In addition, the instrument panel is another key for the mode wheel (EL AWD) is available.

Namely, while the diesel engine outputs the power to the front axle, the electric motor drives the rear wheels, whereby the economical combination also has all-wheel drive.

In Pure mode, you can create up to 50 kilometers solely on electricity and also silently back. At startup, the system is automatically in hybrid mode, which will meet on the diesel engine added. If you drive on gently, working only the electric motor, as long as the batteries are charged.

Only after a courageous step on the accelerator turns then add the diesel engine. Both engines work together then turn the power mode and the economical combination for Sport Wagon. With the power of the V60 diesel engine and electric motor to sprint in just 6.1 seconds from 0 to 100 km / h

The extra weight of the batteries you can feel it at all, the V60 accelerates confident and very quietly up to the desired speed. During driving takes you hardly notice when the diesel engine switches added.

Due to the low center of gravity, which is achieved by the heavy batteries, over the 2-ton Volvo V60 Plug-in Hybrid is fuller on the road and has excellent handling.

The only drawback to the plug-in hybrid is the shrunk to 304 liters of cargo space. Nevertheless, one can achieve by folding down the rear seats, a volume of 1,120 liters, which one can reconcile Customers also place value on the transport properties.

Very positive one then matches the consumption. Thanks to the high range in purely electric mode to get a consumption of only 1.8 liters of diesel per 100 kilometers, while CO2 emissions are thus at only 48 g / km.

By recuperation during braking to charge the batteries again and again while driving, and you really travel a lot with a lot of purely electric or electrical support. With a range of 900 kilometers, you will also create long distances without refueling.

The first impression of the Volvo V60 plug-in hybrid could fully convince. The combination of powerful engine and all-electric drive offers the perfect solution for every occasion and shows that even with high efficiency must not forego driving pleasure.

Production will begin in May 2013, the first copies are then delivered in September 2013. The first edition of 1,000 pieces is sold out.

Suzuki S-Cross Concept at 2012 Paris Motor Show

Suzuki has released new Suzuki S-Cross Concept a preview of a future compact SUV, which will soon go into production.

Starting in 2013 Suzuki launches a model offensive and each year brings new models to the market. A very specific view of the small Japanese cars and four-wheel specialist are here in Paris on a new compact SUV.

The Suzuki S-Cross Concept shows how a brand new off-roader could. The curved lines of the modern SUVs looks very sporty and gives the powerful four-wheel drive in a certain lightness.

With the modern design and efficient engines Suzuki wants to win new customers in the C segment. The new Suzuki model is when it comes to the market, are among the most fuel efficient in its class representatives.

Here is the 431 cm-long S-Cross can convince even with a very good space and a generous boot space. The production model of the Suzuki S-cross you will be able to expect next year, where you can also assume that the design of the production version of the concept car is the same.

Already at the Suzuki Kizashi has shown that the way in the study of the dynamics of the series need not be lost, but certainly a large part of the concept cars can find their way into the series.

Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo at 2012 Paris Motor show

Porsche shows in Paris with the concept car Porche Panamera Sport Turismo as a plug-in hybrid combination of the brand might look in the future.

With the Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo is a preview of a possible Porsche family sports car of the future, to be driven via a plug-in hybrid.

At a length of 495 cm to the sporty shooting brake provide plenty of space for the family, but it shine with typical Porsche driving. The whole is then seasoned with a dash of high-tech and we can hope that the Panamera Sport Turismo is something like that find their way into the series.

In designing the Panamera Sport Turismo shows already look like a revised version of the current Panamera could. The front end got bigger headlights, but has the tail on similar LED taillights like the Porsche 911 Carrera.

The mix gives the large combined high dynamics and lets him act fast even when standing still. The drive is intended to serve a plug-in hybrid, while the 3.0-liter supercharged V6 engine that has an output of 333 hp has (245 kW), with a combined 95 hp (70 kW) electric motor, resulting in a system performance of 416 hp (306 kW) results.

The acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h should be completed in less than 6 seconds, the pure electric range should be around 30 kilometers. In electric mode, you should also can drive up to 130 km / h, only then will activate the gasoline engine to do so.

On average, the consumption of fast combos are as low as 3.5 liters, which would to a CO2 emission of 82 g correspond / km. The batteries should be in about 2.5 hours charged from a standard wall outlet again.

The interior of the Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo looks somewhat futuristic, but has been adapted to the alternative drive technology. For instance the concept car on a large monitor instead of the more centrally positioned tachometer, to brief them on navigation, range and energy flow. Further information on the energy distribution is also found in the center console.

Although the Panamera Sport Turismo is only presented as advance study, he shows quite clearly the direction in which it can go in the future with Porsche.

Audi Crosslane Coupé Concept at 2012 Paris Motor Show

Audi shows at the Paris Motor Show with the Audi Crosslane Coupé an exciting concept car with a dual-mode hybrid drive.

At the 2012 Paris Motor Show, Audi is a preview of a future compact SUV coupé with an innovative drive concept. The design of the Audi Crosslane Coupé Concept also shows a continuation of the current design line of the brand.

The front end is very dynamic, and combined with the beefy rear the compact SUV-coupe looks very appealing.

The interior also plays much in the future, but the designers have focused on essential elements, and so the valves landscape looks very tidy and clear.

The highlight of the Crosslane Coupé Concept is sure to be innovative drive concept. The plug-in hybrid drive of the Audi Crosslane Coupe, which is called dual-mode hybrid is as innovative as efficiently. It includes an internal combustion engine, two electric motors and a single-stage gearbox, the system output is 130 kW (177 hp). The Audi crosslane coupe accelerates in 8.6 seconds from zero to 100 km / h in purely electric mode pass 9.8 seconds. The peak is at 182 km / h was achieved. Fuel consumption is an average of only 1.1 liters per 100 km, CO2 emissions 26 grams per km. The lithium-ion battery provides 17.4 kWh, with its electric range of about 86 km.

As an internal combustion engine a specially developed three-cylinder TFSI with a capacity of serving 1.5 liters, it provides 95 kW (130 hp) and 200 Nm of torque available. The three-cylinder engine is provided with an e-machine (EM 1), which acts primarily as a starter and generator. It produces 50 kW (68 hp) of power and 210 Nm of torque. The electric traction task takes the second electric motor (EM 2) with 85 kW (116 hp) and 250 Nm of torque. The gear unit has the ability to couple the internal combustion engine including the generator via a claw coupling with the rest of the drive train.

The dual-mode hybrid concept allows different operating modes. In the range from 0 to 55 km / h, the drive takes place solely by the EM 2, the necessary energy is primarily from the battery. In serial operation generate the combustion engine and the generator (EM 1) electric power to assist the battery, to relieve or to substitute, if it is empty.

The e-drive is 130 km / h. From approximately 55 km / h allows the drive system, the TFSI couple along with the generator to the drivetrain - in this hybrid operation allows the units combine both efficiency as well as optimal performance. Beyond the 130 km / h, driven predominantly by the three-cylinder, if necessary it can support the EM first

The driver of the Audi Crosslane Coupé can choose between voting "cruise" and "race". The "cruise" mode prioritizes electric driving. The driver experiences neither shifting nor perceptible engine starts. If the FSI is running constantly adjusts its speed to the speed driven, without rubber band effect. The high efficiency of the transmission makes the dual-mode hybrid drive especially in urban traffic very efficiently.

2013 Fiat Panda Natural Power

At the Paris Motor Show, Fiat presented the 2013 Panda Natural Power the first two - cylinder turbo powered by natural gas.

One year after its premiere at the IAA enhanced the Fiat Panda model range by two models. In addition to the Panda 4x4 is also the first time the little Italian with the 0.9 liter TwinAir Turbo in combination with natural gas.

The 80 hp 2-cylinder turbo engine will offer this much driving fun with low consumption. On average, the Fiat Panda Natural Power with 3.1 kilograms of natural gas per 100 kilometers, equating to CO2 emissions of just 86 g / km.

To extend the range, the gas-panda only has a 12 kg synthesis gas tank also a 35 liter fuel tank. So is also a progress in areas where there is no natural gas service stations, guaranteed.

To the dealers of the Panda Natural Power will come in early 2013 and Panda models expand to an economical model.