KIA Soul Searcher

London – South Korean carmaker, Kia Motors, has launched a brand-new variant on the line of Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) Kia Soul, the Kia Soul Searcher. The car is marketed in the UK starting January 4, 2011 It is only produced in limited numbers.

However, as reported by autoevolution.com, Saturday (4 / 12), Kia Motors up to now have not mentioned how many Searcher produced. The manufacturer says it’s just brand-new Soul is equipped with 1600 cc diesel engine.

Transmission devices are offered in two options, namely manual with five levels of acceleration and automatic transmission four levels of acceleration. This type of manual transmission priced U.S. $ 26,600 and the type of automatic transmission of U.S. $ 28,865.

As the name implies, is a limited edition car, supporting the safety and convenience features were made more wah. The interior first-class leather clad sheet. Door handles and chrome-plated grille.

The system heated seats, Bluetooth connectivity and iPod, the device’s audio system with eight speakers also complement the comfort of the cabin. So even with air-conditioning devices (AC) tech dual climate zones.

As for devices supporting the existing security in this car, including six airbags, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) and Traction Control (TC). To support the view, Kia equip it with a rim of size 18-inch alloy material.

2011 Nissan Leaf

Yokohama, Nissan Motor Company, Friday (3 / 12) celebrates the official launch of products as well as electric cars debut, Nissan Leaf. This product is to fulfill orders from buyers in Japan and North America.

“Today is awaited (Leaf inaugural product launch) came as well. Curtain new era for the automobile industry has been open, “said Toshiyuki Shiga, Nissan’s chief operating officer was quoted as saying by the Associated Press on Friday (3 / 12).

Since October 22 and began producing Oppama Leaf in the city – a city in southwest of Tokyo. At that moment, ordering this car has reached 26 thousand units, with details of 6,000 units in Japan and 20 thousand units in North America.

Reservations continue to flow. In fact, so many reservations Nissan has closed the booking until March 2011. This was done because of limited production capacity at the Nissan plant.Shiga said in Japan, Leaf dibanderol 3.76 million yen, or approximately USD 405 million. However, because this car get car buying environmentally friendly subsidies from the government land which amounted to 780 thousand yen or approximately USD 83 million, the buyer is paying 2, 98 million yen or approximately USD 322 million.

The manufacturer is hoping to sell the Leaf in the United States at a price of U.S. $ 33,600 or approximately USD 302.4 million. Because some states in the country Abang Sam’s tax reduction policy for the purchase of an electric car for U.S. $ 7,500 or approximately USD 67.5 million.

Sales in Europe will begin in 2012.

New Yaris 2011 : Lowest Fuel Consumtion

Nagoya : Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota), Thursday (2 / 12) announced the Toyota Vitz (in other countries is called the Toyota Yaris), the latest generation as the most efficient car.

Vitz is ranked top in terms of fuel consumption rate keiritan well in small or hybrid car segment.

As reported by Kyodo News International and quoted istockanalyst.com, Thursday (2 / 12) Toyota calls based on testing by the Japan Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism (MLIT), the new Vitz consumes one liter for a distance of 26.5 kilometers ( km).

Kyodo News International, which cited istockanalyst.com, Thursday (2 / 12) mentioned, compact cars 1300 cc gasoline engine it only consumes one liter of fuel for a distance of 26.5 kilometers (km).Toyota claims, tinngginya level of fuel efficiency thanks to the use of idling-stop system devices. Devices that will help turn off the engine in the car when paused in front of traffic signal lights or when stuck in traffic. As a result, the intake of fuel into the engine can also be adjusted.

Previous efficient car is a small car and equipped 1,000 cc engine idling-stop system devices. Car fuel consumption, a liter to 24.5 km. The previous-generation Vitz 1300 cc engine without idling-stop consuming one liter of fuel for a distance of 24 km.

The level of fuel consumption was brand-new Vitz 25 percent higher than the national standard MLIT, a liter to 21.8 km.

Toyota Vitz most brand models were planned to be launched in Japan by the end of this year.

Subaru Trezia

Tokyo – Subaru launches Trezia in Tokyo, Japan, on Monday (29/11/2010). Manufacturer origin country of the Rising Sun is producing hatchback uses the same platform in the Toyota Verso, so called twin brother. In addition to the platform, specifications and designs are similar-similar.

Trezia manufactured by Subaru’s assembly plant, which is Fuji Heavy Industries, with two engine options, respectively 1.3 and 1.5 Liter i i quart. Both are combined with automatic transmission, aka continuously variable transmission (CVT). For the motion of wheels, the first compact Subaru Wagon model, there are two options, namely the motion of two wheels (2WD) and four-wheel motion (4WD).

“We continue to pursue in the compact car segment by utilizing cooperation with other partners,” said Ikuo Mori, President of Fuji Heavy Industries.Trezia is a prime model Subaru after a joint return with Toyota since 2008. This product is likely not the last of the collaboration of the two brands. Even Toyota and Subaru plans to market the latest sports car FT-86.

HOnda Jazz 2011

Tokyo – Japanese giant manufacturer, on Monday (29/11) yesterday, announced plans to do a facelift for the Honda Fit. The model is also known as the Jazz in Asia that did not undergo much change but it appears more refreshed.

Page caradvice.com.au write the changes visible from the front grille design and new bumpers. There are two new colors are offered one of them “Vibrant Lime Green Metallic” as used in Jazz Hybrid.

On the interior side of the rear bench seat can recline features extended back to 73 mm so that rear passengers can be more comfortable. Several other changes are cruise control, remote entry, an audio system AM / FM / CD with four speakers, a USB audio interface2, auxiliary audio input jack, MP3/WMA playback, Radio Data System (RDS), power windows, power mirrors, and power door lock.

Meanwhile, the page autoevolution.com call from the security side, Honda’s Advanced Compatibility installing body structure Engineering (ACE), VSA, anti-lock brakes, dual-stage, multiple-threshold front airbags, dual front-side airbags with passenger-side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) and side-curtain airbags.

From the engine side of the Jazz did not change, continue to use 1.5L i-VTEC engine that produces 120 hp at 6.600 rpm and torque of 145 Nm at 4.800 rpm.

Was first introduced in 2001, Honda Jazz used the name for the European market, Asia, Australia, Oceania, Middle East, and Africa. Fit the name used for the Japanese market, China, and America. This car is sold in 115 countries and produced in 10 factories in 8 countries Honda. Notes mentioning Honda Jazz has sold more than 3.5 million units as of July 2010.

Audi A6 Hybrid version

Ingolstadt – Audi strengthen its competitiveness in the medium luxury sedan segment with the launch of new models (the redesign) A6. In the country of origin, New 2011 Audi A6 will fight with the BMW 5-Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class. In Germany alone, the new A6 sold in early 2011 which left only 30 days longer.

Compared with previous versions, the new A6 is more flat and short. Views can be seen from the dimensions: length 4.92 m, 1.87 m width, and height 1.46 m, and 2.91 meters wheelbase. The width and wheel axis distance increases.

Another thing to be proud of Audi, the new A6 weight lighter than its competitors. Because the construction of the body are made with steel-aluminum composites so that 15 percent lighter than the steel body construction only. The weight of the car-not including driver-1575 kg (using a 2.0 TDI engine).

Further, this car is also equipped with safety and comfort features as well as multi-media more and more.Engine options
Audi provides 5 engine options, which are divided into 2 petrol and 3 diesel engines with 4 and 6 cylinder format. For gasoline, there is a 3.0 liter TFSI engine is equipped with direct berinjeksi supercharger, 2.0 liter TFSI engine, and TFI engine with turbocharger.

2.8 FSI engine, a V6 without a turbocharger to produce power 150 kW (240 PS) and torque 280 rpm Nm@5.250-6.500. The most powerful petrol engine is a 3.0 liter TFSI. This machine is configured V6-powered 220 kW (300 PS), and has a torque of 440 Nm@2.900-4.450 rpm.

For diesel, the most efficient engine is a 2.0 liter TDI 4-cylinder that produces power 130 kW (177 PS) and torque 380 rpm Nm@1.750-2.500. The newest machines configured V6, 3.0 liter, and without a turbo. This machine is powered 150 kW (204 PS) and torque of 400 Nm@1.250-3.500 rpm.

Still to diesel, the engine is the most top of a powerful 3.0 liter TDI 180 kW (245 PS) and bertorsi Nm@1.400-3.250 500 rpm. Audi claims, A6 with this engine can sprint from 0-100 km / h in just 6.1 seconds.

Hybrid version
Audi also announced that they will soon present the A6 hybrids with two engine options. First, the combination (combined in parallel) 2.0 TFSI petrol engine (55 kW or 211 PS) with an electric motor that produces power 33 kW (45 PS) and 155 Nm of torque. Electric motor mounted directly behind the TFSI, inhabiting the place of the torque converter 8-speed tiptronic transmission and torque to the front wheels forward. This is the second hybrid from Audi after Q5 quattro.

Other hybrid models use the V6 engine with equal efficiency 4-cylinder engine (gasoline engine). Acceleration capabilities, for 0-100 km / h, 7.3 seconds with a top speed of 238 km / h and fuel consumption average of 16 km / liter.

For batteries, use lithium-ion Audi stored in the trunk. The battery can store 1.3 kWh of electricity, while the maximum power produced by 39 kW. The battery can be cooled in two ways. The first way, the air blown from the interior. The second method, using a car air conditioner refrigerant circuit. In this way, the working temperature of the battery can be maintained so that the ability to produce power always remained in various weather conditions.

Performance
For the hybrid version, Audi claims that these products can speed up to 100 km / h with only utilize electrical energy from the battery. However, when accelerated at a constant speed of 60 km / hour, the battery can only be for a distance of 3 km.

The system works on combustion mode only or hybrid modes. When the car slows down or braking, kinetic energy will be stored into the battery.

Toyota Etios 2011 : low-cost sedan

New Delhi – Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) through Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt Ltd, on Wednesday (1 / 12) officially launched its low-cost sedan Toyota Etios in India. The car also will be sold in global markets is priced from Rs 4.96 lakh, or about USD 10.830.

“Toyota also will market Liva, namely Etios hatchback version in April 2011,” said Sandeep Singh, Deputy Managing Director of Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt. Ltd. as reported by the Nikkei and quoted carandcars.com, Wednesday (1 / 12).

Toyota Motor Corporation president Akio Toyoda who come in direct event welcomed the launch of this. “This is my first visit to India in the last four years. The launch of this will be a new round of Toyota in India.”

Meanwhile, another page, ZigWheels.com, writing brand-new sedan is offered in four variants, ie variants of standard priced Rs4, 96 lakh, or about USD 98.56 million, variant G berbanderol Rs 5.46 lakh, or about USD $ 108.49 million, then the G variant equipped with an airbag is priced Rs 5.96 lakh, or about USD 118.43 million.

Highest variants consist of two types, namely V priced Rs 6.41 lakh, or about USD 137.37 million, and the type of VX with the official price of Rs 6.69 lakh, or about USD 132.93 million.

Some have called, in India, this sedan will compete with cars made by Maruti Suzuki, Swift DZire. Sandeep Singh also expressed its target to sell about 70 thousand units of this Etios-based car in 2011.

Toyota Auris Hybrid

Berlin – Toyota Auris Hybrid won prestigious awards from the German Association of Motor Vehicle (ADAC – Allgemeiner Deutscher Automobil-Club eV) which gives the title as the best car in Germany. In addition to security and safety features that penetrate rating 5 star crash test tests, hybrid city car is also environmentally friendly.

From the ADAC tested process, to travel 100 km, Auris hybrid gasoline requires only as much as 4.38 liters, equivalent 22.83 km / liter. The car which is Latin for gold was ever recorded consumption of 26.3 km / liter in tests conducted British magazine What Car?

Page autoevolution.com. Friday (26/11) writes Auris is reinforced Hybrid 1.8L engine VVT-i petrol and electric motor that produces 134 hp maximum power. This power makes the car can go 0-11 mph in 11.4 seconds and a top seed is 181 km / hour.

A unique, this car can also be zero-emission if only use electric motors only. Toyota Auris claim the electric motor can menampuh up to 1.9 km at speed of 48 km / hr.Its fuel consumption very frugal Auris is made to compete with his brother, the Toyota Prius Hybrid 1.8 the third generation, which also won a similar award from the ADAC towards the end of 2010. But with the compact size and U.S. $ 800 cheaper than the Prius, Toyota Auris believed would sell.

In Europe, the Auris is offered in two models namely the use of T4 inco wheel 15 with prices starting at U.S. $ 27,278 and T Spirit, which uses 17-inch alloy wheels for U.S. $ 29,797.

Nissan Quest 2011

LOS ANGELES – In addition to displaying concept sedan and the Murano CrossCabriolet Allure at the party’s eccentric LA Auto Show 2010, Nissan Quest minivan also carry 2011. This family of vehicles built using the Nissan D platform and supported 3.5 L V6 DOHC engine that has 253 HP power.

In terms of design, the fourth-generation Quest was more eye-catching. With sliding door model (sliding door) and improved interior quality, marketing in the U.S. starting early next year.

Has a length of 5.1 meters and with a wheelbase of 2.99 meters, the Quest is very convenient for vehicles 7 passengers. The process has been contrived into the cabin more easily after opening the passenger door and sliding model was changed to the back door lift model (for the SL and LE models). Plusnya value, the door is also equipped with intelligent key as standard features.Large windows plus two clear glass in the roof (moonroof) provides a sense of relief. Not only that. Folding the second and third row seats can be done quickly. Area there are shoes in the third row seats so as not to interfere with passenger comfort.

Minivan synonymous with comfort and practicality, and Quest is no exception. Front seats are equipped with heating systems and have some level of adjustment. In addition, there are several cup and bottle holders, hangers, and 11-inch screen for music or video entertainment that is suitable for long journeys.

Control was very responsive because independent suspension system. Feet fitted with the front stabilizer, while the rear multi-link.

Even big engine power, riders need not worry the car will nyelonong when in-rem. Nissan has been equipping the rate freeze Quest system with ABS brakes and the EDB and BA.

Suzuki Jimny Special Edition

Tokyo :  Suzuki Motor Co., earlier this week has launched a special edition of Suzuki Jimny four-wheel limited edition. This car is offered in two variants, namely engine 1,000 cc and 1,500 cc DDIS as the previous generation.

As reported by autoevolution.com, Friday (26/11), Jimny 4×4 limited edition of only 200 units produced. Limited edition cars were produced as signifying 40 years of product warning Suzuki four-wheel (4×4).

Besides Jimny, Suzuki Grand Vitara also launched, SX4 Crossover, and the Swift hatchback 4×4. Grand Vitara special edition 40th anniversary was equipped with gasoline engines 1600 cc and 1900 cc diesel engine DDIS.

SX4 Crossover also offered in two vraian machines, each with 1600 cc petrol engine and 2,000 cc. The Suzuki Swift offered only in one engine variant, the 1200 cc petrol engine DDIS. All of these special edition models are marked with the logo 40 is chrome plated.Just like Jimny, Grand Vitara good, SX4, Swift and produced only 200 units. Suzuki attractive offer in the form of special services in the form of free maintenance for two years. Only, the manufacturer did not provide information on how the price of these special edition cars.

Suzuki began producing the model having a 4×4 in 1968, when the manufacturer was bought Hope Motor Company. At that time, Hope Motor has produced 15 units of small cars off road named HopeStar ON360.

In 1970, for the first time, Suzuki began to produce models having a 4×4. The model is named LJ10, 359 cc engine with two stroke and air-cooled engine.