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Part of appealing to the US consumer is price point. Come in with a similar lineup at a lower price and you can almost guarantee success. Lexus proved that back in the later 80’s and early 90’s by undercutting the competition with somewhat similar models but far less expensive price tags. But can you undercut the king of value Lexus? Hyundai seems to thing so with the new Genesis. And if the rest of the press agrees with the latest review of the Genesis against the Lexus GS, then Hyundai may have out Lexus, even Lexus. It seems Hyundai may have found a soft underbelly in the Lexus juggernaut with the Genesis. But will this constant undercutting of the luxury market affects others as well?

Lexus has long been known as the leader for dependability and satisfaction. While Lexus keeps topping every survey out there, it seemed the competition would never catch up. But BMW it seems has other ideas. Agent009 just happened to undercover some evidence that the market is changing, and BMW is rising to the occasion by tying Lexus at one of their own games. This latest survey indicated that BMW has scored some of the best satisfaction scores ever, and is now on par with Lexus. Now it they can just design the iDrive where you don’t need and engineering degree to configure the radio we would have real progress.

Audi has generated a lot of positive press with their R8 sports car. But is such a car really needed in the arsenal? If you ask BMW they would tell you the jury is still out on that one. These comments seem a little odd considering the BMW hallmark of success is performance. Just how does BMW justify letting Audi win out in such a visible market? Our sources indicate while BMW is mum they may be secretly working on an incredible answer to the R8.

There is always something sexy about a drop top. Maybe it is the wind blowing through your hair and the sun in your face. But there is no doubt an open air car is more fun. So why is it so unusual to see a Japanese luxury convertible? Mercedes, BMW, and Audi all have at least one. I guess Infiniti wondered the exact same thing when decided to unveil the G37 convertible. Unlike the soon to be discontinued Lexus SC which is geared for a more geriatric crowd, the G37 will pack some real power when it makes it to market sometime next year. A real boon for the enthusiast. We can hardly wait!




Spy Shots
Bye Bye RS4, Is A RS5 Coupe Going To Now Rule The Roost?
Submitted: 8/21/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 1:08:55 PM
( 13 ) Votes   ( 17 ) Comments

Spies Nab The FIRST Photos Of The Upcoming BMW 335tii?
Submitted: 8/20/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 7:58:44 PM
( 17 ) Votes   ( 22 ) Comments

The M5 Convertible that never made it into production
Submitted: 8/20/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 4:56:03 PM
( 12 ) Votes   ( 11 ) Comments

Audi working on new RS TT and RS3
Submitted: 8/19/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 9:55:54 AM
( 18 ) Votes   ( 25 ) Comments

First Audi V10 R8 Spotted On U.S. Soil
Submitted: 8/18/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 10:04:33 AM
( 19 ) Votes   ( 25 ) Comments

2008 Pebble Beach Concours D'Elegance Photo Gallery Now Live
Submitted: 8/17/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 8:45:20 PM
( 5 ) Votes   ( 4 ) Comments

2010 Hyundai Equus
Submitted: 8/17/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 10:02:23 AM
( 18 ) Votes   ( 33 ) Comments

Lotus Evora testing
Submitted: 8/16/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 9:31:31 AM
( 3 ) Votes   ( 2 ) Comments

All-new Hyundai Portico crossover spied
Submitted: 8/16/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 9:27:29 AM
( 4 ) Votes   ( 3 ) Comments

Maserati Grand Turismo convertible with metal hardtop
Submitted: 8/19/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 10:03:10 PM
( 8 ) Votes   ( 4 ) Comments

Spied: 2010 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe
Submitted: 8/16/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 8:56:33 AM
( 13 ) Votes   ( 10 ) Comments

Cadillac Offers A Sneak Peak At The 2010 SRX
Submitted: 8/15/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 8:45:39 AM
( 25 ) Votes   ( 26 ) Comments

Spy News
BMW For 2009: Charting The Changes And Official Pricing
Submitted: 8/20/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 10:24:40 PM
( 10 ) Votes   ( 9 ) Comments

Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid Review
Submitted: 8/19/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 11:48:55 AM
( 17 ) Votes   ( 21 ) Comments

BMW's next 7-series is a technological marvel
Submitted: 8/17/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 6:49:29 AM
( 58 ) Votes   ( 114 ) Comments

New Mercedes-Benz / AMG SLC Gullwing Spy Video
Submitted: 8/19/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 3:41:19 PM
( 14 ) Votes   ( 19 ) Comments

Sneak Peek: 2010 Chevrolet Volt
Submitted: 8/15/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 10:58:10 PM
( 4 ) Votes   ( 3 ) Comments

New Cars
Corvette Z06 $10,000 off after employee pricing
Submitted: 8/21/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 11:14:55 AM
( 5 ) Votes   ( 4 ) Comments

First official photos of the Chevrolet Cruze
Submitted: 8/21/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 9:58:48 AM
( 18 ) Votes   ( 18 ) Comments

GM says Chevrolet Volt will knock Prius off no.1 spot
Submitted: 8/20/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 3:33:53 PM
( 26 ) Votes   ( 46 ) Comments

2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 - "shock and awe"
Submitted: 8/20/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 11:49:38 AM
( 12 ) Votes   ( 9 ) Comments

Honda Brings In The 2009 Fit At Under $15,000
Submitted: 8/20/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 10:55:01 AM
( 10 ) Votes   ( 8 ) Comments

Lightweight Corvette Z06 for track use by Katech
Submitted: 8/20/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 10:20:03 AM
( 1 ) Votes   ( 0 ) Comments

Tesla working on electric SUV and four-door-coupe for 2015
Submitted: 8/19/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 9:33:29 AM
( 5 ) Votes   ( 3 ) Comments

Production Cadillac CTS Coupe coming to LA Auto Show
Submitted: 8/18/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 3:40:22 PM
( 18 ) Votes   ( 22 ) Comments

Dinan working on a 628-hp 2008 BMW M3 Coupe
Submitted: 8/18/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 3:39:26 PM
( 29 ) Votes   ( 36 ) Comments

Toyota to have hybrid in each of its product lines by 2020
Submitted: 8/18/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 9:48:27 AM
( 10 ) Votes   ( 10 ) Comments

Ford's EcoBoost models will have a premium of $700
Submitted: 8/18/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 9:49:42 AM
( 15 ) Votes   ( 17 ) Comments

INFINITI G37 Convertible - First Official Photos
Submitted: 8/16/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 4:42:19 PM
( 49 ) Votes   ( 104 ) Comments

New Car: 2010 Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport
Submitted: 8/17/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 4:18:52 AM
( 18 ) Votes   ( 15 ) Comments

GM releases official teaser-images of the Chevrolet Volt
Submitted: 8/14/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 3:32:56 PM
( 11 ) Votes   ( 9 ) Comments

2009 Honda Fit - First Drive
Submitted: 8/19/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 9:03:07 PM
( 7 ) Votes   ( 5 ) Comments

Auto Express: Jaguar XF wins Car of the Year
Submitted: 8/19/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 8:06:05 PM
( 18 ) Votes   ( 13 ) Comments

First Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport sold for $2.9 million
Submitted: 8/19/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 3:53:23 PM
( 13 ) Votes   ( 17 ) Comments

Report: BMW doesn't feel the need to compete with the Audi R8
Submitted: 8/19/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 3:52:28 PM
( 44 ) Votes   ( 97 ) Comments

Volkswagen Introduces The 2009 Passat CC Gold Coast
Submitted: 8/19/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 3:40:15 PM
( 30 ) Votes   ( 42 ) Comments

Honda Announces 2009 Civic and Civic Hybrid
Submitted: 8/19/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 2:50:59 PM
( 17 ) Votes   ( 22 ) Comments

2009 Ford Ka in 007 Quantum of Solace
Submitted: 8/15/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 11:35:21 AM
( 7 ) Votes   ( 4 ) Comments

The 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class' First Unveiled Photos
Submitted: 8/15/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 9:18:34 AM
( 73 ) Votes   ( 97 ) Comments

Misc News
Shock: Toyota drops 2009 sales forecast as well
Submitted: 8/21/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 9:24:23 AM
( 12 ) Votes   ( 23 ) Comments

A Baby Benz SUV In The Works For 2011!
Submitted: 8/20/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 4:07:12 PM
( 20 ) Votes   ( 17 ) Comments

200mph supecar with better mileage than a Prius
Submitted: 8/20/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 10:38:02 AM
( 22 ) Votes   ( 27 ) Comments

Who Is Plotting To Takeover Daimler?
Submitted: 8/19/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 1:55:07 PM
( 46 ) Votes   ( 78 ) Comments

General Motors Drastically Cuts Back On All Leasing
Submitted: 8/19/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 9:31:54 AM
( 8 ) Votes   ( 7 ) Comments

Gated Texas Community Declares War On Domestic Pickups!
Submitted: 8/19/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 8:44:57 AM
( 31 ) Votes   ( 52 ) Comments

BMW Ties Lexus In Latest Customer Satisfaction Survey
Submitted: 8/19/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 8:24:10 AM
( 45 ) Votes   ( 107 ) Comments

Volvo kills plans for more C30 variants
Submitted: 8/18/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 10:26:44 PM
( 8 ) Votes   ( 6 ) Comments

Ultra futuristic Lexus Nuaero concept
Submitted: 8/18/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 11:24:24 AM
( 31 ) Votes   ( 34 ) Comments

Another 700HP Audi RS6
Submitted: 8/18/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 12:08:08 AM
( 22 ) Votes   ( 42 ) Comments

First real life images of Rolls Royce Hyperion
Submitted: 8/17/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 5:59:19 AM
( 22 ) Votes   ( 23 ) Comments

2009 Infiniti G37 Sedan first details
Submitted: 8/17/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 5:57:20 AM
( 44 ) Votes   ( 100 ) Comments

The Jaguar XKR-S is not fast enough for the U.S?
Submitted: 8/16/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 9:29:08 AM
( 13 ) Votes   ( 12 ) Comments

New High-Res Images: Pininfarina Hyperion
Submitted: 8/16/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 9:26:51 AM
( 5 ) Votes   ( 4 ) Comments

Volkswagen Resurrects Plans For Mid Engine Coupe
Submitted: 8/14/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 11:16:24 AM
( 30 ) Votes   ( 49 ) Comments

Is This What The Facelifted 2009 Lexus IS Will Look Like?
Submitted: 8/14/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 10:32:23 AM
( 36 ) Votes   ( 54 ) Comments

New Insignia wagon breaks cover
Submitted: 8/14/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 9:57:07 AM
( 16 ) Votes   ( 15 ) Comments

700HP Audi RS6
Submitted: 8/19/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 10:05:27 PM
( 10 ) Votes   ( 19 ) Comments

Hydrogen Road Tour at the Spartanburg BMW Plant
Submitted: 8/19/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 8:53:11 PM
( 10 ) Votes   ( 10 ) Comments

Toyota Kills FJ Cruiser and The Supra In One Fell Swoop
Submitted: 8/15/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 1:36:39 PM
( 50 ) Votes   ( 62 ) Comments

Could Every New Car Be A Hybrid By 2020?
Submitted: 8/15/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 1:01:55 PM
( 16 ) Votes   ( 15 ) Comments

Photo Galleries
Audi R8 Test Drive Gone Bad
Submitted: 8/20/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 6:17:32 AM
( 32 ) Votes   ( 35 ) Comments

Spies Find 2008 Concours D'Elegance Weekend Just McDreamy!
Submitted: 8/18/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 12:10:34 AM
( 10 ) Votes   ( 9 ) Comments

Reviews
CNet Reviews The 2008 BMW M6- Can They Figure Out The iDrive?
Submitted: 8/20/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 4:46:52 PM
( 20 ) Votes   ( 21 ) Comments

Lexus GS 350 vs. Hyundai Genesis V8: Has Hyundai Out-Lexus Lexus?
Submitted: 8/18/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 11:25:45 AM
( 79 ) Votes   ( 180 ) Comments

Acura RDX review
Submitted: 8/14/2008 OFFICIAL BELL & ROSS TIMESTAMP: 10:29:45 PM
( 18 ) Votes   ( 17 ) Comments




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Photo Update: 2009 Corvette ZR1
26 New Photos Added
08.21.2008 11:00 PM ... view
Mercedes SLC Wings in for a Shot or Two
It has often been referred to as the Mercedes Gullwing but it is largely expected the final production model will carry the label SLC and with a model this sporty we should also see AMG in there somewhere.
08.21.2008 9:00 PM ... view
Fiat 500 Abarth SS Spotted
We should see the full unveiling of the model at the Paris Motor Show next month before it goes on full sale in November. A Big thanks goes out to Michael for sending in the pics.
08.21.2008 8:00 PM ... view
2012 Mercedes BLK Details Emerge
It will battle against the likes of the BMW X1 and Land Rover LRX in the brand new premium mini-SUV segment. It is also expected Audi will join the party with their rumoured Q3.
08.21.2008 7:00 PM ... view
Corvette C6 Based Rossi 66 to be Unveiled at SEMA
If you are mega Corvette enthusiast and have a shed load of cash, we have got a conversion worth hearing about.
08.21.2008 6:00 PM ... view
Opel Astra Prototype Spotted Once Again
The black clad camoflage along with the annoying black and white paintjob has covered many of the specific design details in the past but the engineers and designers are slowly removing it.
08.21.2008 5:00 PM ... view
Rendered Speculation: Nissan 240/Fairlady Z
We already know this model will go slightly upmarket with its new 3.7 liter engine which will see the model renamed as 370Z, thus it leaves a large enough gap in its portfolio to launch a new model.
08.21.2008 4:00 PM ... view
2010 Mercury Milan Spied
Our spies have caught these shots showing one of the latest prototypes of the 2010 Mercury Milan and looking at the clearly visible paintwork on the roof of this model, it looks almost production ready.
08.21.2008 3:00 PM ... view
Lexus LS 460 AWD to Debut at Moscow Motor Show
Lexus will premier ultra-grippy LS 460 AWD at Moscow Motor Show, 26 August, hoping to tackle some of its competitors already offering AWD in this segment.
08.21.2008 2:00 PM ... view
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GM releases first images of the new Chevrolet Cruze

Posted: 21 Aug 2008 07:23 AM CDT

All New Chevrolet Cruze

A few minutes ago GM released the first images of their new global car, the Chevrolet Cruze. Scheduled to make its world debut at the Paris Motor Show, the Cruze features bold front styling, with large headlamp housings that wrap around the front corners and sweep up, arrow-like, into the fenders and sculpted hood. Other design themes include a concave shoulder line, the two-tier grille and a “wheels-out/body-in” stance. On the interior, the Cruze features a ‘twin cockpit’ design motif, first introduced in the Corvette.

“Our goal in designing Cruze was to be bold, not evolutionary,” says chief designer Taewan Kim. “We wanted to take a big step forward, making a strong design statement for Chevrolet products around the world.”

When sales will start in Europe, next March, the Chevrolet Cruze will be available with two petrol engines, a 1.6 liter (112 hp/82 kW) and an 1.8 litre (140 hp/103 kW) featuring Variable Valve Timing (VVT) technology on both inlet and exhaust sides and a new 2.0 liter turbo diesel, developing 150 hp/ 110 kW and 320 Nm of torque. Customers will be able to choose between a five-speed manual gearboxe and an all-new six-speed automatic.

“We are proud that Europe is leading the introduction for this global product,” said Wayne Brannon, Executive Director, Chevrolet Europe. “Chevrolet has always stood for expressive value and Cruze delivers on that promise like never before. It further redefines Chevrolet with its design, quality, materials and great style inside and out. The fit and finish for gaps and interfaces sets a new standard for this segment in Europe and around the world.”

Read more details in the full press release and check out more official photos after the jump.

Photo Gallery: The new Chevrolet Cruze

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Source: GM

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Revival of the Datsun 240Z / Fairlady Z by European designer

Posted: 21 Aug 2008 05:11 AM CDT

Datsun 240Z Concept

Polish designer Jacek Kolodziejczyk alias Iacoski recently drew up this concept of one of the most popular sport cars in the 1970’s, the Datsun 240z/Fairlady Z, combining the retro look of the old model and the new aspects of the Nissan GT-R.The lines respect the classic look of the Fairlady and quite a few elements remind of Nissan’s new beast, like the front grille, the headlamps or the side vents behind the front wheel arches. The designer admitted that he was inspired for this concept by the Datsun XLink Concept, created by Japanese designer Benjamin Nawka, which in his own part was a really cool car, but this I must admit is even more good-looking. Enjoy the pictures!

Datsun 240Z Concept

Source: CarScoop

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Official details on the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 02:58 PM CDT

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport

Next week, at the Moscow motor show, the Japanese company will unveil the new Mitsubishi Pajero Sport. The SUV is larger than its predecessor and so far we know that under the hood there’ll be a 3.2 liter turbodiesel engine that develops 162 (120 kW) and 343 Nm of torque. However, it’s possible that a 2.5 liter turbodiesel and a 3.5 liter V6 could also join the range. The car will come with Mitsubishi's Super Select 4WD system and buyers will be able to choose between a 4-speed Sport Mode automatic transmission or a 5-speed manual gearbox.

After the Russian debut, the Pajero Sport will be available in Russia, South-East Asia, the Middle East and South America. In Australia and Latin America the vehicle will be marketed as the Mitsubishi Challenger, while in South America it will carry a Montero Sport badge. The car won’t be available in Central & Western Europe or in North America. Why? No one knows.

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport

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Spied: Maserati GranTurismo Spyder with folding hardtop

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 02:21 PM CDT

Maserati GranTurismo Spy

We already know that the cabrio version of the Maserati GranTurismo will be available sometime next year, probably by next March, but what what no one knew was that the car will not have a fabric soft-top, but a folding hardtop. At least that’s what we see in these spy photos taken by one of Autogespot’s readers in Modena. No official confirmation from Maserati so far, but we assume that the car will be powered by the same engine from the GranTurismo coupe, the 434 hp 4.7 liter V8. Given the looks of the car, we also expect it to make its world debut at the Paris Motor Show in October.

Source: Autogespot

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Trident Iceni biodiesel supercar

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 02:01 PM CDT

Trident Iceni

British company Trident announced today that they’ve finished working on the first prototypes of their ultra efficient high-performance Iceni sportscar. The Iceni (named after a tribe that inhabited the Norfolk area) is powered by a 6.6 liter GM turbodiesel V8 engine which was modified to run on biodiesel and which develops 550 hp (410 kW) and 950 lb.-ft. (1,286 Nm) of torque at 1,800 rpm. The whooping torque is possible due to the car’s weight, of only 1,480 kg (3,262lb). Mated to an 8-speed automatic gearbox, the Iceni’s estimated performances are incrdible and the fuel consumption is also impressive. If driven at 70 mph, the car returns 70 mpg (3.37 liter/100 km) and Trident claims that if you drive the car at 30 mph it returns an incredible 108 mpg value. This is possible through Trident’s torque multiplication technology, a process where the car's rev range can be kept low.

The Iceni will come standard with satnav, MP3/DVD playback, a reverse camera and two-tone leather trim and the starting price will be at around £75,000 ($140,000). But the company’s biggest problem is that it currently doesn’t have enough investment so the car’s launch will probably be delayed a few years. Check out one more photo after the jump.

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Peugeot teases with RC hybrid concept

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 12:36 PM CDT

Peugeot RC Hybrid Concept

Peugeot has released a group of images of the new concept it will be unveiling at the Paris Motor Show in October. The full name will be revealed at the French Show and so far we know that the car has four doors, four seats and highly innovative hybrid architecture. The RC is fitted with an unspecified hybrid powertrain producing a maximum of 313 hp and emitting only 109 g/km of CO2 in gasoline mode and, of course, zero in electric. The vehicle is eco-efficient which has all the characteristics that ensure great driving enjoyment.

More photos after the jump.

Photo Gallery: Peugeot RC Hybrid Concept


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Audi RS6 Avant tuning package from Kicherer

Posted: 20 Aug 2008 09:32 AM CDT

Audi RS6 Avant Tuning Kicherer

It’s amazing to see how many 700+ hp tuning programs were created for the Audi RS6 Avant. After the MTM and the B&B ones, the German tuning Kicherer also set its eyes on the high performance wagon. The 5.0 liter V10 engine received a major upgrade and now develops 700 hp (522kW) and 577lb-ft (780Nm) of torque. That’s enough to take the care from still to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.3 seconds, to 200 km/h (124 mph) in 13 seconds and to a top speed of 280 km/h (175 mph). Not as impressive if you compare it to the other programs, but still, a really cool upgrade.

But Kicherer did great with the exterior upgrades, especially the two-tone paint job. The body kit includes several carbon fiber parts, like the side mirror shells, the front lip spoiler and the rear diffuser, plus the massive 22 inch alloys. Other mods include a sport exhaust and new springs that lower the ride height by 25 mm. No clues on the package’s pricing, but MotorAuthority expects it to be priced around $10,000, without the power-enhancing ECU reflash and speed-limiter removal.

More photos after the jump.

Photo Gallery: Audi RS6 Avant tuning by Kicherer


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Source: MotorAuthority

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