2011 Bentley Mulsanne Review

While paying homage to past great Bentley, memory for the new model for 2011 Bentley Mulsanne and engineering teams was the creation of a Bentley that represents the pinnacle of British luxury cars.

The new Bentley Mulsanne, designed and built at Crewe from the beginning, it reaffirms the intent of the brand to create a new flagship Bentley with refined performance, an unprecedented level of luxury interior and knowledge necessary for the coach to on.

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Back to the Bentley Mulsanne name underlines sporting heritage and passion for power and speed. Nothing reflects the trend better than the legendary Le Mans 24 Hours that Bentley has won six times, which is a powerful and reliable race cars thundered down the long straight of the famous Le Mans Mulsanne corner, from which a new model that takes name.

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A pure expression of Bentley design

The design of the new Bentley Mulsanne is in a unique fusion of sportiness, elegance and strength coach built. As reflected Bentley S-Type 1950, Mulsanne has a bold design front grille dominated by the traditional Bentley matrix and very prominent, round headlights classic interior with chrome surrounds, flanked by two small clusters of outdoor lamp, all with the latest technology lighting. The mascot of the legendary 'Flying B' retractable radiator is available.

A long bonnet, short front overhang and long rear overhang helps to convey a sense of power and business, strengthen the muscles of the thighs and strong lines that flow smoothly prepared from the back of the front wings. The unique design 20-inch wheels (with optional 21-inch) to strengthen the Bentley Mulsanne powerful, sporty stance.

Design Director Dirk van Braeckel explains the inspiration behind the distinctive appearance Bentley Mulsanne, "the opportunity to design a new Bentley flagship is something effective for the few designers The team wanted to create a sculpted shape that blends classic cues with Bentley heritage modern lines that allow the Brand is a winner, confident in the 21 century .. "

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The body is produced in a new manufacturing facility in Bentley headquarters in Crewe, where traditional techniques of metals, developed over six decades, are still widely used in the nine weeks of the construction process. It is the opposite of volume production cars built ... but the very embodiment of Bentley.

The rear screen, for example, is fully enclosed by the body. This provides a smooth, flawless line to the rear of the car that complements beautifully shaped D-pillars - whose complex curves can be created by skilled coach builders. All welds done by hand in the construction Bentley Mulsanne and all panel joints are welded by hand. These further improve the cut "to the look solid" and lead to a very stiff body.

The complex shape of the aluminum front wings, impossible to achieve with conventional techniques of pressing, superforming is created using a technology usually reserved for the aerospace industry. This also makes the wings lighter, stiffer and offers an excellent definition of the surface. Other lightweight materials such as composite trunk lid are used to eliminate it as much as possible without compromising quality.

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New construction techniques for designers could also include details such as "floating" elliptical LED tail lights, which identifies the echo the shape of the exhaust.

To accentuate the beauty of the body, the Bentley Mulsanne features' brightware "exclusively in polished stainless steel, including COVERS threshold and the doors of the womb. Bentley is the only manufacturer in the world to do that. The stainless steel door handles also incorporate the traditional Bentley knurled "at the plate surface for better grip, reflecting the attention of the typical retail business.

The sporty character of the Bentley Mulsanne is reinforced by front wing vents and large diameter exhaust finishers.

Bentley's customers have a world of infinite choices when setting their cars. There are 114 paint colors in the region, which includes everything from unusual heritage colors, satin and pearlescent finishes and special two-tone combinations. But the choice does not end there. Worldwide custom Bentley Mulliner, the unique colors precisely match the client's vision and taste.

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Sumptuous interior meets advanced technology

The latest technology discreetly located in the vehicle interior generous Bentley Mulsanne. Multimedia System 40 GB hard drive satellite navigation, audio / video, data, phone and a Bluetooth ® connection. The dash houses more than 8-inch screen multimedia positioned discreetly behind the veneer electric door, as she sits in an elegant, leather-wrapped MP3 player with storage boxes.

State-of-the-art 14-speaker audio system with Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and 6-CD is standard on the Naim for Bentley system, on the other hand high-quality audio can be selected as an option. This forging of two British luxury brands provides its customers with the world's most powerful 2200 watt car amplifier, eight dedicated DSP and 20 custom speaker configuration, sound quality unparalleled.

A keyless entry system allows multiple custom settings and radio stations automatically preset phone book, seat (such as ventilation and massage modes, both front and rear), steering column and the parameters of the band and even control electric blinds for the rear seats and rear side windows. World Premiere, the system works with the door handle keyless entry, stainless steel, incorporating the points of contact to initiate communication with the key for verification and entry. The Bentley Mulsanne also features keyless start, to have an on / off button on the center console.

Bentley interior design team has continued and developed a luxurious interior, which are known for their car, which is based on an extensive research program to identify the characteristics that have defined signature classic Bentley in 1920 to the present day.

Armed with this valuable resource, the 2011 Bentley Mulsanne design team has set very challenging targets for the key design features, such as the design of material, the smell, the harmony of colors and craftsmanship. Similar objectives have been together, and the level of sophistication of the activities of all control mechanisms. The result is a handcrafted design that fully reflects the traditional values ​​of the Bentley, executed to the highest possible standards, which allow customers to customize their cars to their specific needs.

As head of Interior Design, Robin Page said: "More than 170 hours - almost half of the entire construction process - is in the interior of the craft of Bentley at Crewe new Bentley Mulsanne road work is the opposite of mass production - where we started. others stop. "

The use of wood and skins, leather has increased significantly to create a refined and luxurious interior. While classic design features, such as bulls eye air vents (now also mounted in the rear compartment), high quality mirror-matched veneers, leather and hand-finished stainless steel are retained, mixed with new keys such as crystal switches.

The cabin is fully enclosed in a "ring of wood", with a dashboard panel Waistrail uninterrupted wood adorned the Bentley Mulsanne. Investing dial needles in the instrument panel is reminiscent of Bentley first, while the complete dashboard and console design is a subtle reminder of the reason Bentley wings.

Customers can choose from a wide range of high quality veneers, unbleached, natural look, and a choice of inlays: frame, crossbanding contemporary. True to the philosophy Bentley, customers can also opt for a virtually unlimited palette of hides, including the 24 "standard" colors, three of which are new for Bentley. This is an unparalleled choice of veneers, leather and paint colors to ensure that the needs of all customers can be perfectly fitted.

Following detailed customer feedback, a traditional tanning process has been restored to match the wealth, the smell of worn leather that is very reminiscent of vintage Bentley. Only a very small number of suppliers that are hidden in the world have the ability to do that.

Bentley Carpet Bentley Mulsanne is a unique, increasing the depth of the fiber, the density and feel the quality of the cabin. It 'available in different colors complementary to hide. Pure wool, deep pile Wilton woven carpets continue to increase for more than a touch of comfort and luxury.

These materials are shaped by craftsmen and women up to 40 years of experience. Each wheel, for example, can take 15 hours to hand-point (and three times longer if the client chooses the cross stitch). Stainless steel brightware shines so perfectly, thanks to an intensive 10-hour finishing process. A veneer takes two weeks to turn from a crude mound a complete set of matching mirror, well polished leaves.

Re-developed V8 engine and new chassis: power, refinement and efficiency

Bentley's engineers have been three goals for the engine Bentley Mulsanne:

Very easy to produce low-end torque, which customers expect from a great Bentley

Ensure maximum refinement

To meet the stringent requirements of current and future environment through improved efficiency of the engine

While other configurations of transmission took place in the initial phase of the project, it soon became clear that these objectives could best be achieved with a completely new version of the 6 ¾-liter V8 - a configuration that has been used successfully in the past. However, the new Bentley Mulsanne, all the main elements of the engine to be comprehensively re-designed to incorporate the latest technology.

Dr. Ulrich Eichhorn, Bentley Motors 'Director of Engineering', explains the reasons for V8 Bentley Mulsanne: "Using the V8 granted immense power at low speeds, and fatigue performance are the hallmarks of a Bentley flagship, but also set the engineers to maintain a high added value at all speeds, and equally important to improve the efficiency .. "

To achieve a significant reduction in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, Bentley Mulsanne V8 sees the introduction of two new control systems: cam phasing and the first ultra-luxury, variable flow.

The pioneering use of these technologies in combination allows the engine management system not only Bentley Mulsanne to regulate breathing V8 engine to improve the quality of engine idle speed and torque, but also to close the valves four all eight cylinders for maximum fuel economy at cruising speed.

New lightweight componentry, including pistons, connecting rods and forged crankshaft and reduce the amount of alternative internal friction for improved engine response.

The new Mulsanne, develops the 6 ¾-liter V8 512 horsepower (505 kilowatts bhp/377), while the massive torque (1020 Nm / 752 pounds feet) is now delivered earlier at 1800 rev / min. This dramatic improvement in the delivery of torque just above idle, and ensures all plans with just a touch of the driver accelerator immediately rewarded with the characteristic deep, muffled V8 bubbly and a phenomenal acceleration.

These new technologies complement the new eight-speed automatic, a first in Bentley's flagship comes with paddle-shift.

Global emissions, CO2 and fuel consumption is reduced by more than 15 percent, according to Bentley's environmental commitment.

Prodigious power and torque are complemented by a completely new chassis, unique in the new Bentley Mulsanne. Lighter and stiffer than the previous Bentley flagship, the new chassis benefits both ride and handling.

A new dynamic system control unit powered by a rotary switch mounted next to the shifter can be used to select one of three standard modes - Bentley, Sport and Comfort - offering precise calibration of the suspension systems steering control.

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A fourth mode, "Custom" allows the driver to choose custom settings via the media to "tune" Bentley Mulsanne to a preferred driving style.

A new air suspension system with continuously variable dampers creates an even more comfortable and refined at low speeds, and yet can reduce the ride height of the Bentley Mulsanne automatically at high speed to reduce lift and improve the aerodynamic stability. Alloy wheels with 20 inch and 265/45 ZR 20 tires as standard dynamic handling secure. Customers can also choose 21-inch wheels, available in two models, tires 265/40 ZR fitted with 21.

Summary

Although all new Bentley Mulsanne pays respect to the past, is a modern luxury car that offers the best experience of the world, driving - a unique combination of power, refinement and elegance.

Bentley Motors Chairman and CEO Dr. Franz-Josef Paefgen, said, "No other automobile manufacturer can offer the combination of performance and refinement in a single vehicle The new Bentley Mulsanne is a car that evokes the philosophy of building Bentley the best of luxury. Grand Tourer in the world. "

2012 Lancia Thema Review

Lancia Thema debut at the Geneva Motor Show, 2011 Presenter, a new chapter in the legendary heritage of the brand. Just to keep the flagship world premiere, which brings together the best of all worlds, a new rear-wheel-time, the car has been developed based on the Chrysler 300 and is ready, because the topic for the first time in 1984, to get the hardest, but also attempts to present the prestigious segment very last, a real choice.

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To achieve this, the 2012 Lancia Thema combines measurement, comfort and a commanding presence on the streets of America qualities often amounted to Poltrona Frau ® leather interior end, the silence Lancia wonderful pampering and attention to detail all the best Italian style to express.

For sale by all dealers in Europe in October 2011, Lancia Thema is available in two versions - Gold and Platinum - a pair of engine options: 3.6L 292 hp V6 petrol engine with automatic transmission and 190 hp eight or 224 hp and three. The V6 diesel, as well as the 5-speed automatic transmission.

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Design

Measuring 5,084 mm long 1507 mm significantly, 1891 wide and 3051 mm wheelbase, the new theme is characterized by luxury sedan during his distinctive style contemporary. Located in front of the grid collectively Lancia brand, and the horizontal bars indicate the precision and regularity of discipline, special design and style. Chrome-plated bars, and a brand project, create a special frame difference, which is also in chrome. Total Look has confirmed two of the beacons of innovative LED technology and innovations to carry daytime running lights, which, together with a sort of "C", a distinctive and amazing road presence.

Profile of new businesses owned Lancia emphasize its predecessor, in addition to luxury that give a sophisticated display. Sustainable input to stop the roof lines, mixed with three quarters spine is characterized by a very strong tail lights, full silhouette. In addition, the windshield angle and provides aerodynamic performance thin columns, the driver can get pleasure from excellent visibility.

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Finishing the unusual spherical, rear spoiler car includes the Lancia logo lies below. Can shed light on the darkest night, two harmonic models, LED rear lights combine chrome strip that highlights a new chapter in the classroom. Frontal muscle is occupied by two chrome tailpipes offers a range of styles to the overall performance of the engine.

Thema new specification combines the comfort and ease and leadership of the inimitable high-end segment, which has always produced Lancia cars outside. The interior reveals a special style and give passengers a pleasant, soft-touch components and magnificent interior with heated seats option Nappa leather and Poltrona Frau ® leather dashboard, leather-wrapped, and real wood inserts the center panels of the console, doors and steering wheel. In addition, the dashboard, a result in three dimensions, enhanced by subtle chrome finish and a panel group into double light sapphire blue, a color also used for LED lighting inside. In addition, to ensure the best comfort in its class, the seats were created with a new architecture that consists of suspension with coil springs (S). The entry has 4 seats lumbar adjustment by up / down and front / rear steering actuators to adjust the density.

Maximize the authentic structure reveals ultra-rigid Lancia Thema sounds very best-in-class cab. The presence of two base areas composite panels, a laminated windscreen and windows, panels to reduce noise in the cabin and into the cavity of the wheel arches all offer an excellent report on road traffic noise and comfort board increase significantly.

2012 Lancia Thema review
Finally, many facilities specially designed for the chassis of the new concept to some of the dynamics and the best experience handling all types of road surfaces and weather conditions. In different, innovative rear multi-site link wishbone configuration with its versatility, keep the wheels perpendicular to the road during cornering, ensuring maximum grip. The damper has also been created specifically to absorb the power produced by a much less than the floor excellent. Order result is a very quiet cabin, almost no external sound, the movement of the car as it moves along the road barely perceptible.

Engines

Created by the exceptional performance of the metropolis, and over long distances, the 2012 Lancia Thema offers an alternative in a few different 6-cylinder engine, automatic transmission and all products of the wheel: 292 horsepower 3.6-liter V6 petrol automatic innovative studies on eight and the 190 hp or 224 hp V6 three.0L diesel engines, each of which is 5-speed automatic.

Chrysler Pentastar V6 petrol engine of the group combines the latest technologies - five euro in accordance with the law - which allows a 292 hp six-cylinder at 6,400 rpm and maximum torque of 353 Nm at 4800 rpm for CO2 emissions of 199 g / km (combined consumption: 8.3l/100km). This level of devices to obtain permits for new Thema Top speed 230 km / h and acceleration to 100 km / h 7.two seconds, this result is partly because the new field has eight speeds.

2012 Lancia Thema review
Two diesel engines Euro 5, which gives the Italian Finance Ministry - a high total yield substantial diesel engine - to deliver 190 hp and 224 hp, and comes with an automatic transmission speed of five. In particular, the version of 224 hp and 550 Nm of torque at 1600-2800 rpm optimal.

Engineering on the train

The Lancia Thema UConnect ® Telecommunications Program of the modern information and advice diplomats deployed to keep passengers connected, protected and secure. The touch screen satellite navigation and dual-zone local capacity management to control the contact time UConnect ® guarantees an exceptional knowledge of drivers and passengers. Standard on the new flagship product, the system has great contacts eight.four inch screen with the screen controls are easy to use and allow customers to connect and manage their products (cell phones or MP3 players) . In addition, the stage of Lancia Thema Platinum finish provides a distinctive system of satellite navigation and Garmin TMC includes regular attendance and high quality technical audio with nine speakers and a subwoofer for a total of 506W amplification.

Passive safety and animated

Lancia Thema offers innovative security base about 70 active and passive, such as keyless Enter-N-Go and the Electronic Stability Program (ESC) as a regular with the brake exclusive All sets of warning devices and assistance Rain brake, designed to speed processing and dealing with the car, a stronger protection of pedestrians to protect pedestrians in the scenario of unintended consequences. To ensure maximum visibility at night and in all lighting conditions, Lancia Thema SmartBeam gives xenon adaptive headlights ™ as common.

E 'was also at the request of many modern features that make the model law Launch of a new class.

Collision Warning cruising management (ACC) and future (FCS)

Limitations of conventional cruise manage to win the adaptive cruise control (ACC). When the car comes to a second slower vehicle ahead, ACC adjusts speed and (if necessary) to activate the brakes to maintain a distance esivalitsemaa protected in the pilot, making it possible for her to stay away from the 'repetitive manual intervention. This is a much more smooth, comfortable driving experience for the driver. This sense of basic security and welfare of the ship is reinforced by additional collision warning (FCS), the attribute added that warns the driver if the incidents. Finally, adaptive cruise management has been optimized to stay away from the unintended consequences of fuel consumption.

2011 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque Review

An innovative, all new Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is a global public debut at the Paris Salon in 2010. Dr. Ralf Speth, CEO of Jaguar Land Rover, said: "These are exciting times for our company as we continue to expand our portfolio with the Range Rover new addition to align not only the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque. Increase our share global market, but also demonstrates our commitment to sustainable construction, however, highly desirable products. "

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Dr. Speth continued, "The 2011 Land Rover Evoque helps to define a new segment for premium compact SUVs that are more sporty and stylish, it makes a strong statement about the future direction of the Range Rover brand and will have a strong emotional appeal to a very wide range. buyers of high-end car. "

The Land Rover Range Rover Evoque has transformed the acclaimed LRX concept car into reality, faithfully capturing the spirit of its attractions cross-sectional design.

True to the brand Range Rover Evoque offers effortless premium levels of craftsmanship, luxury and performance, but shrink-wrapped in a package more compact.

The Range Rover lightest and most fuel efficient ever, shows the commitment Evoque marks to environmental sustainability, carrying capacity CO2 sub-130g/km premium SUV class.

Managing Director Phil Popham, Land Rover, said: "The innovative, all-new Range Rover Evoque takes the brand new exciting brand A very important and modern appeal Evoque a number of new customers who may not have thought of the first Range Rover ..

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"For this highly distinctive product, we have chosen a distinctive name. The new Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is sold in over 160 countries around the world and his name will be instantly recognizable across linguistic and cultural barriers worldwide . Evoque implies exclusivity and arouses emotions, and has an aura that is a sophisticated urban elegance of the car, "he added.

Dr. Speth continued. "This vehicle is designed, developed and will be made in England allowing the creation of over 1,000 jobs in our multi-award winning Halewood plant in Merseyside This boost employment, coupled with the fact that over 80 percent of Range Rover Evoque production is planned for export, will be a great support to the UK economy. "

Changes in the design of the Range Rover

The new 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque directly inspired by the LRX concept car, which became famous worldwide for a new and exciting interpretation of the classic Range Rover design cues.

Intelligent design in collaboration with the meticulous engineering has allowed the spirit of the LRX concept to become reality without compromising the heart of the Range Rover values ​​of interior luxury, refined performance and off-road capabilities.

Gerry McGovern, Land Rover manager, said: "Range Rover Evoque marks a significant evolution of Range Rover design by adopting new interpretations of the indices Range Rover design classic and staying true to core values ​​Range Rover.

"The dramatic rise of the beltline, muscular shoulder running the length of the car, and a distinctive taper to the floating roofline, Evoque is a very dynamic profile is a powerful and sporty attitude."

Pushing the wheels to the four corners of the car contributes to its target position. The wheel arches are wide but softly integrated into the body, while the corners carefully designed to significantly reduce the car's visual overhangs front and rear.

A well-made luxury interior

Under its dramatic appearance, the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque offers customers the luxury cabin fully realized, with the highest quality materials and stylish design is expected to Range Rover interior.

Gerry McGovern continued, "The robust and simple architecture of the cabin is evident with the bold intersection between the solid elements of the dashboard horizontal and vertical lines powerful central console."

Unico is a compact SUV segment, Evoque allows customers to determine the luxuriously appointed cabin with soft premium leather and beautifully tailored, twin needle stitching offers a luxurious finish to almost any surface, cockpit doors and seats.

Bold contrast comforting aroma and soft feel of natural leather, authentic metal finishes provide a series of reflections impressive. Cool to the touch and exquisitely crafted, metal finishes are blind, and superior visual quality internal memo.

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Instrumentation, which is less than a curved binnacle compact, sporty, premium feel of the interior. Double play an attractive, three-dimensional shape with a thick, beads and needles lit, and placed deep into the circular enclosure in brilliant polished chrome wheels.

Total comfort and functionality

This driver accepts a sitting position lower than the larger Range Rover, which offers a sportier feel, but maintains the important driving position. The result is a more generous headroom is traditionally in many sports sedans, despite a low roofline coupe.

Drivers who take the Range Rover Evoque off-road can be sure you understand that in addition to extremely generous ground clearance, the car is much better than break-in angle, angle of attack and angle of premium compact SUV output.

Handling dynamic and effortless, refined performance

Land Rover engineers have developed the Range Rover Evoque to provide customers with a polished driving experience that combines dynamic and sporty handling with good response, without effort and refinement.

Murray Dietsch, program director of Land Rover, said: "We set the electric power steering and chassis Evoque (EPAS) to provide a precise and responsive steering at low speeds, which makes the car agile and fun to drive in town Since Evoque is. easier with a smaller footprint, it reacts quickly and positively to driver inputs at high speeds, ensuring that enthusiastic drivers are offered the agility they want a car. "

This appealing character, and the sport has not been achieved at the expense of hardness or lack of comfort and refinement. Adaptive Dynamics uses advanced MagneRide ™ dampers that offer a good compromise trusted, agile handling and supple, controlled ride. The suspension allows you to control the body more closely with the management platform and sharper responses.

As a whole range Rover Evoque offers all the time, all the capabilities of surface, which is characteristic of the brand. Like its big brother, the potential new model of formidable terrain, enhanced by the latest version of the company's signature Terrain Response.

The Range Rover Evoque will be the first to offer customers a choice between standard, full-time drive system intelligent four-wheel drive offers excellent performance and traction on all surfaces and a low-carbon, two-wheel drive option for improved fuel.

The turbo powertrain line offers high performance and smooth. Customers can choose between day largely 2.2-liter turbodiesel 150 hp 190p and derivatives. The four-wheel drive version of 150 hp combined with the 2.2-liter will offer up an impressive 50mpg and 145g/km CO2. State-of-the-art new 240p, 2.0-liter gasoline engine Si4 combines direct injection, turbocharging and dual variable valve timing for exceptional driveability and fuel economy.

Murray Dietsch continued, "state-of-the-art, combines four-cylinder engines turbocharged six-cylinder refinement and performance with fuel economy figures of up to 58mpg and emissions of 130g/km in CO2 These impressive figures are obtained from the product development team. obligation to provide a compact and weight-effective without compromising the sustainability and robustness. "

Serious about sustainability

2011 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque sends a strong message that the brand has decided to make significant new products that are not only desirable, but also much more durable.

References green new vehicle from the mother of a comprehensive approach to reducing the environmental impact throughout the product life cycle, development and manufacturing through customer use and end of life recycling.

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Although Evoque offers premium luxury and performance customers expect from a Range Rover, it also shows levels of efficiency and design which makes it responsible for one of the most durable cars in its class.

The result is a Range Rover, which sets new standards for compact premium SUV segment in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, and the two-wheel drive diesel engine capable of an exceptional sub 130g/km CO2.

Typically Evoque

Land Rover designers and engineers have developed a variety of distinctive and innovative features to ensure that the Range Rover Evoque stands out from the crowd.

Lighting plays an important role in distinguishing the call Evoque. First to catch the eye is the powerful graphical signature on the front lights, LED light created by the innovative blade technology. A similar graphic is repeated in the LED rear lights, with their jewel-like 3D models of petal.

Approaching the car at night and you can view a graph of the vehicle in bold along the entrance doors, illuminated by the "puddle lights" for the glory of the mirrors.

More special touches that greet you upon entering the car. The interior has come alive with lively choreography boot sequence, while the rotary auto shifter completes the "salvation" as it rises silently in the driver's hand.

Ambient lighting LED lighting provides sophisticated and accurate in the cabin, a range of colors can be selected by the driver depending on their mood. Select the dynamic mode, however, and a sporty red color scheme fills the interior and the instrument cluster rings and display.

Completion of the selection of features, the first panoramic roof is mounted on a Range Rover can be specified, with views in all directions, which helps to make every trip a special occasion.

The benefits of Evoke even complete selection of the latest technologies such as the widest range of Rover, in terms of control, connectivity, comfort and convenience for all occupants.

The drive wheels, the Range Rover Evoque is distinguished by a carefully designed controls and monitors, which combines style, uncluttered layout, state-of-the-art and first class functionality, ease of use.

At the heart of the control system is the highly acclaimed Range Rover, eight inches high definition touch screen with clean graphics and simple, intuitive menu structure. The display is available with the innovative dual-view, so that the driver and passenger can display the contents completely independent.

Tech-savvy customers get the connectivity they need with a complete package that includes Bluetooth hands-free mobile phone use and audio streaming, and a range of USB and auxiliary input for iPod and other portable devices.

The bishop is the first Range Rover to offer breathtaking new sound systems developed in conjunction with high-end audio specialist Meridian. Meridian offers prize is a 825W, 17 speakers offering the ultimate in surround sound.

Range Rover Evoque will be manufactured at the factory won several awards at Halewood on Merseyside, United Kingdom. The car was designed for all world markets, and will be available in over 160 countries worldwide in the summer of 2011.

Phil Popham, said: "The launch of Range Rover Evoque is a great step forward for the brand Range Rover This revolutionary car brings new excitement and relevance of the brand, but remains true to the values ​​of luxury and upscale performance that has made Range. Rover such a lasting success over the past 40 years. "

Revolutionary design

The new Range Rover Evoque has turned into reality the concept of LRX, marking a bold development of Range Rover design, and offers customers a compact, premium and highly desirable SUV.

A revolutionary and original cross-coupé, capturing Evoke - almost to the millimeter - the magnificent design of the LRX concept. With its advanced lines and a sporty and dynamic profile, the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque creates a new segment of premium off-road coupe.

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Gerry McGovern, said Chief Land Rover: "The extremely positive worldwide for the LRX concept in 2008 made us determined to develop a production car that captured the spirit from the exciting concept, however, and tries to make one. practical and desirable production reality, was a huge challenge for our designers and engineers, but they embraced with impressive energy and passion. "

The classic signs of Range Rover design with a bold new interpretation

The exterior features interesting Evoque bold new interpretations of classic clues Range Rover design, including the clamshell hood signature, the floating roof and the solid 'wheel-at-each-corner stance.

Unlike the previous range Rover Evoque is a fairly dramatic increase in the dynamic beltline, muscular shoulder running the length of the car, and a distinctive taper to the floating roofline. A bold graphic design created by the exaggerated wedge window, highlight the line with black columns.

Pushing the wheels of the four corners helps give the car its fixed location, the wheel arches are wide but softly integrated into the body. The carefully sculpted corners dramatically reduce the car's visual overhangs front and rear.

The front design makes a powerful statement on the Range Rover graphic identity created by the bold horizontal grille perforated with two coasts and lighthouses.

The stylish body exudes a strong sense of high quality of its precise, tight shut lines, surprising details, such as air intake hood and side vents, and the gem-quality, thin front and rear lights LED lighting for their signature and tapering blade indicator clusters.

"The performance of the design will result in a strong emotional reaction. His unique style will attract a new generation of Range Rover customers who have never considered an SUV before, such as premium coupe buyers who want to create a bold new statement, "said McGovern.

Modern and premium sports interior

The interior architecture Evoke is strong, clean and quality of the materials of a traditional Range Rover, and applies them in a more contemporary and sporty.

As in most of the Range Rover, the centerpiece of the cabin is the intersection between the elements in bold horizontal solid and dash vertical lines powerful central console.

The designers were also inspired by the elegant forms of the LRX concept interior, capturing the dramatic slope of the center console and the clean lines and elegant instrument panel. The design retains the concept of storage space under the console substantial slope, open structure that reflects the themes of lightness and efficiency found nowhere else in the car.

The exquisite quality and workmanship of the materials is evidenced by the very modern, clean treatment of interior surfaces, including fabric treatment of ventilation holes and horizontal roller shutter in the center console.

Housed in a compact inner curve, the dashboard enhances the sport, premium feel of the interior. The brand has a twin expressive three-dimensional shape of grains illuminated thick needles, and stored in the circular dwellings sports shiny chrome rims.

An optional fixed glass panoramic roof enhances the feeling of space and freedom in the surprisingly spacious interior, flooding in natural light.

Gerry McGovern said: "The luxury, contemporary style to the cabin is the perfect off concept car with the best materials and craftsmanship and sleek and elegant, you say that it is a true range Rover interior, but with more. sporting flavor. "

Range Rover, the craftsmanship, materials and Range Rover

The Range Rover Evoque offer levels of quality and craftsmanship in every detail of the car. Particular attention is given to selecting only the best, top quality materials and the use of these materials with taste and care.

Perhaps the most obvious example of this is wrapped in a luxurious finish of the upper instrument panel. The high quality leather using models of Windsor - beautifully soft high quality hides that have been selected for their exceptional touch and appearance - perfectly hand finished with double stitching in August

The fascia mid-section is also wrapped in leather, which, with sumptuous leather upholstery on the door panels and seats, creates the atmosphere of ultimate luxury. A total of 10m2 of leather - equivalent to more than three full cache - is needed to complete each vehicle. Every aspect of sewing, even to the size and shape of the needle, is also specified by the Range Rover experts, to ensure a perfect finish every time.

Even in models in which the skin is not specified, the instrument panel is still wrapped in high-quality, structured with soft double needle stitching, and a wealth of experience in interior design.

In contrast to the bold leather and sumptuous soft-touch surfaces, said a strong visual authentic metal finish on the horizontal band of the fascia, they surround the fan control, and the striking curved elements on each side of center console . Cold to the touch and beautifully crafted, metal finish is a visual and tactile reminder of the quality of indoor quality.

Meticulous attention to detail in all facets of the construction of the Range Rover Evoque also be illustrated with the thousands of hours beyond the impasse over how all visible parts fit together, ensuring superior quality and consistency goal.

Passing LRX concept to reality

2011 Land Rover Evoque is completely faithful to the LRX concept, beautiful style, capturing the design of nearly a millimeter.

During the development process was to preserve the integrity of the LRX concept highest priority and led to the adoption of new technologies and technical intelligent solutions to maintain the aspect concept car.

The package provides the vehicle with a unique combination of success and cutting style capable off-road geometry and ground clearance. The interior offers excellent accommodation for passengers and luggage, while retaining the essential elements of the position of the Classic Range Rover control driving.

Gerry McGovern said. "The Range Rover Evoque really gives you the best of both worlds - concept car looks combined with comfort and convenience of its large cabin falsely deep, up to the trunk is a car that perfectly suits our lifestyles busy and active customers. "

Sitting slightly lower than the larger Range Rover, the driver accepts the position of the controls for racing, which offers a more sporty feel, while maintaining the important sense of control and command. The result is a more generous headroom than traditionally in many sports sedans, although the low coupe roofline.

Drivers who take their Range Rover off-road Evoke was relieved to know that, in addition to generous ground clearance, the car much better angle of the ramp, the angle of approach and departure angle of other high-end SUV .

PREMIUM DRIVING EXPERIENCE

The new Range Rover Evoque has been designed and developed to provide drivers with a finely judged balance of sporty driving dynamics, performance and sophisticated refinement reactive.

This polished driving experience is true to the values ​​of the Range Rover brand, but adds a more dynamic and sporty, which is consistent with the promise of exciting concept car Evoque in bold.

David Mitchell, chief engineer of the program, explains: "Market research shows that the younger target audience for this car would prefer a more sporty driving character, which has encouraged us to offer a dynamic driving sensation more fun and trendy without losing balance and. refinement, which is an important feature of the Range Rover brand. "

Engaging driving dynamics and sporty

Achieving the desired dynamic character in the Evoque requires a change in the DNA of the Range Rover. Dynamics driving the Range Rover Sport, which has a similar DNA to that of a luxury sports sedan, the Range Rover specialists established to provide a more agile driving dynamics and connected.

In particular, the aim was to increase steering precision and agility at low speeds, so that the car was more responsive and fun to drive one of the typical urban driving conditions.

Evoke is a lighter weight, more compact footprint and low center of gravity contributed to a more flexible was critical technical changes are needed to provide the necessary answers.

Range Rover engineers initially focused on optimizing the stiffness of the chassis and body type, followed by careful tuning of the suspension components and the electric power steering (EPAS) system.

From the fully independent suspension - Long travel coil sprung struts front and rear - the rear suspension geometry has been adopted revised to raise the roll center back.

The variable ratio speed-sensitive EPAS system was tuned to direct some straight, and accuracy, the linear nature. Improve the precision and feedback, the control rack is solidly mounted front subframe.

Despite these changes delivered greater agility, handling causes reactions that are flattering and predictable, without any nervous reaction.

Make Evoque balance and stability maintained, which is characterized by long-distance range rover suspension, the engineers developed the car, while maintaining a comfortable ride and connected to the Range Rover Sport, an excellent control of body movements, and roll down.

This fine-tuning of the suspension bushings and spring rates and damping have provided more sporty nature suggests, has not compromised comfort and refinement.

Adaptive dynamics

Range Rover Evoque customers have the ability to specify a state of the art new Adaptive Dynamics feature which uses advanced magnetic ride dampers ™ continuously variable.

With magnetic ride shock absorbers ™ - which is generally mounted on the high-performance sports cars - the Adaptive Dynamics system provides an optimum balance between confident handling and flexibility of controlled rolling.

MagneRide ™ dampers offer continuously variable damper settings between soft (comfort) and hard (sports) extremes, and operate using a special damping fluid that contains magnetic particles. When they have a magnetic field, the liquid becomes viscous, thus increasing the damping.

Compared with a conventional damper valves based on continuous variable, MagneRide ™ can change the damping parameters much faster and has a wider operation, offering a more dynamic stable and secure.

Dynamic adaptation of system monitors vehicle movements at least 1000 times / second, which responds to commands from the driver or the road almost immediately to give more control and minimize body roll, providing a balance, run flat. The system can even detect off-road conditions, and optimize damping accordingly.

Drivers can also choose a dynamic mode with the Terrain Response system, which changes the registry settings to provide an even tighter control of the body, with flatter handling and sharper responses.

All-Weather, All-characteristic surface

As a Range Rover Evoque offers real all-weather, all the surface feature that is characteristic of the brand. Common in big brothers, the new model offers tremendous potential for off-road, which highlight the company signing Terrain Response system.

The four-wheel drive system is an innovative full-time intelligent system which continuously varies the torque distribution front / rear using an electronically controlled Haldex center clutch to provide maximum grip and balance for the conditions driving current.

The Haldex coupling is specially calibrated to fit Evoque is agile and responsive dynamic character, and ensure that it provides a fun to drive at full speed.

For customers that do not require the legendary Range Rover off-road capabilities, a model of two-wheel drive is available that provides an even better fuel consumption. The system of two-wheel drive has been carefully optimized to provide the same agile handling and driving fun than driving all four wheels.

Responsive all-turbo powertrain line-up

The Land Rover Range Rover Evoke has a turbo engine line-up all with a selection of state of the art for petrol and diesel power. Both gasoline and diesel engines are very refined, torque and strong performance, with enough power in reserve.

These advanced engines are relaxed and friendly cruise at a speed, but are adjusted to give a pleasant note, sports sportier driving. The engines are combined with sophisticated and efficient six-speed transmissions - automatic petrol engine, manual or automatic and diesel.

240 hp 2.0-liter gasoline engine room Si4

The petrol models feature the state of the art nouveau reduction 240P 2.0-liter Si4 engine, which combines six-cylinder refinement and performance with fuel economy four-cylinder.

The latest powertrain technologies - such as high-performance turbocharged direct injection high-pressure direct fuel and dual variable valve timing - are combined to provide excellent machinability, which is very strong bottom-end performance and a very wide powerband of torque.

The system Si4 very efficient combustion can achieve significant reductions in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions: reducing the 2.0-liter engine to reduce CO2 emissions by up to 20 percent compared to larger conventional engines Fuel capacity with similar power.

The compact all-aluminum, four-cylinder engine is also significantly lighter than conventional engines of similar output. For example, consider the 2.0-liter Si4 240p unit about 40 kg less than the Land Rover 233PS 3.2-liter I6 engine.

Other key engine technologies include a sound generator Mahle a note rich, powerful motor for high acceleration, an exhaust manifold to produce a single sheet of metal (warming emissions faster and smaller), the design optimized low-friction with special treatments for piston rings and tappets, and a management system state of the art electronics.

Twin balance shafts and an optimized engine construction ensure all-alloy refinement than gently, sophisticated performance.

2.2-liter turbodiesel 190PS/150PS

Diesel models discussed are equipped with the latest 2.2-liter turbodiesel, available in 190p (SD4), 150 hp (TD4) and high-economy 150PS (ED4) derivatives, which provides an excellent balance between strong, high-torque performance, impressive refinement and excellent fuel economy.

2.2 turbo diesel range is extensively updated to provide significantly more energy, a very broad torque curve, further reducing noise and lower emissions of CO2. More than 60 percent of the parts are new or significantly changed.

The sophisticated engine is a source of strength for high-pressure common-rail injection with piezo injectors, variable nozzle turbine (VNT) turbocharger, a variable swirl system and upgraded engine management system to ensure optimum combustion.

Very low noise and smooth impressive is obtained by using technology as a double-walled cylinder block and two balancing shafts.

Innovations in the use of the latest version includes new low-noise injectors, water-cooled turbocharger to improve performance, reduce the friction of the piston optimized for efficiency, the new EGR system reduces particulate parts of the engine lighter, more Fast operation candle and measures improved NVH.

Cars with manual transmission is equipped with a stop-start function to reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions by an additional eight percent.

Associated with M66 gearbox manual six-speed version DS4 also holds exceptional fuel economy and CO2 emissions, with CO2 emissions of 149g/km.

For the ultimate in low carbon performance, customers can specify a manual two-wheel drive car with high-economy variant ED4 engine to provide a first level of sub 130g/km CO2.

Refined and harmonious sound quality

Range Rover engineers have applied meticulous attention to detail to ensure that the Evoke shows a refined sound quality and harmonious in all driving conditions.

Innovative technologies, including advanced computer simulations and optimize focus using state of the art analysis tools such as advanced acoustic cameras were used to identify and remove any unwanted sounds.

Advances turbo petrol and diesel engines, both naturally quiet, but a more careful optimization of engine installations has reduced powertrain noise for best-in-class levels. All sources of unwanted noise has been isolated or eliminated, resulting in a refined sound quality across the range.

Wind noise has been minimized by the analysis of computational fluid dynamics, and extensive testing in wind tunnels. The key areas such as the shape of the mirrors of a pillar and secondary, are optimized very early in the development process.

Rolling Special acoustic windshield, as used in the Range Rover, further reduces wind noise and also helps eliminate combustion noise at high frequency.

Evoque road noise is well managed through a rigid, lightweight alloy suspension components, carefully optimized for the bushes. These features work together with a very stiff suspension attachment points inside the basket and carefully sprayed insulation to minimize NVH.

All other operating noises in closing the car door sounds to sounds, such as switches and motors, have been analyzed and refined during the development process to create a harmonious sound quality and premium for all residents.

David Mitchell said: "It 'was essential that the Range Rover Evoque met with the same finesse the larger models, the line-up when the riders to try the new model, which recognize the characteristic Range Rover has a performance relaxed and effortless, and a quiet interior .. "

Sustainable yield

The all-new Range Rover Evoque sends a powerful message that the company is serious about sustainability, and committed to providing products that are relevant and highly desirable.

Because smaller, lighter and more efficient new Range Rover Evoque addresses the growing consumer demand for 'environmentally friendly vehicle.

While the Evoke offers premium levels of luxury and performance that customers expect from a new Range Rover, but also demonstrates the kind of efficiency and responsible for the design, making it one of the most durable cars in its class.

David Mitchell. "The powers Green Range Rover Evoque has a comprehensive approach to reducing the environmental impact, not just when using clients, but throughout the life cycle of the car the whole life approach we can consider the best ways to minimize the total carbon footprint, taking into account the recycling of development, manufacturing and end of life, so that we can decisions smarter and more sustainable "

The smallest Range Rover ever

The first step in creating a more sustainable Range Rover is made smaller. Like the LRX concept, the Range Rover Evoque is the smallest ever Range Rover, pack the same level of luxury and technology, but in cellophane in a more compact size and more efficient.

Despite his imposing presence on the road at 4350 mm long, 430 mm Evoque is a massive shorter than the Range Rover Sport, and its dramatic coupe roofline, sits less than 180 mm beyond. Efficiency Evoque footprint can be demonstrated through a comparison with any typical midsize sedan.

A small vehicle is a more durable and compact size of the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque has helped engineers to reduce weight, improve aerodynamic performance and reduce the amount of materials needed to produce it.

The most efficient architecture also creates the opportunity to benefit from light, high efficiency reduces the turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline and diesel engines, which not only leads to superior performance, but also for fuel consumption and CO2 emissions .

Note that the compact Evoque was not achieved at the expense of the traditional virtues of the Range Rover. The car retains the legs and generous interior headroom, safe convenient geometry, off-road capability and higher ground clearance.

Advanced lightweight materials

Weight saving was the primary objective of the development of the Range Rover Evoque, and engineers have applied a series of advanced lightweight materials to make this the lightest Range Rover ever with weights starting at just 1,600 kg.

Reduce the weight creates a virtuous circle, as a lower weight in one area of ​​the car, it is possible to introduce lighter components in another, and so on. Since the fall of the total weight, improves performance and fuel consumption and CO2 emissions can be reduced significantly.

Small weight savings have been achieved by smart engineering decisions in all areas of the car, ranging from good acoustic breeze rolling alloy wheels and lightweight, the seats of lightweight structures and materials optimized laser welding spray isolation.

2011 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
Petrol cars to benefit from the use of a completely new light, scaled 240 hp 2.0-liter Si4 engine, which weighs about 40 kg less than the I6 engine Land Rover similar power.

For the ultimate in weight savings, the two-wheel training ground Rover Range Rover Evoque 75 kg lighter than the four-wheel drive version, and allows for superior fuel economy and CO2 emissions for customers who do not require four-wheel all-terrain capability.

Low fuel consumption propulsion systems

The essence of the art technology diesel engine appears in the Range Rover Evoque has been fully optimized using the latest engine technology, exceptional fuel economy and minimize emissions of CO2.

The new lightweight, downsized 2.0-liter Si4 gasoline engine uses the latest technology high pressure direct injection, low inertia turbocharger and dual independent variable valve timing, creating a highly efficient combustion system.

Compared to traditional engines of larger capacity in the power itself, the new engine Si4 can reduce CO2 emissions by up to 20 percent.

Diesel customers TD4 turbodiesel the past has been fully updated to achieve reduced fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, 60 percent of the components are new or substantially modified.

The TD4 new features to high-pressure fuel injection with common rail piezo injectors, a variable geometry turbocharger, a variable swirl system and an enhanced engine management system for optimum combustion efficiency.

Ed4 Economics 150 hp version is fully calibrate the fuel injection system to reduce the flow of fuel to improve fuel efficiency.

In cars with manual transmission diesel, the Range Rover Evoque becomes first to offer a stop-start function, which reduces fuel consumption and CO2 emissions by eight percent.

Automatic models take advantage of the latest F-21 box AW six-speed, which has been completely revised to improve its operational efficiency, including the optimization of speed, advanced control idle, and the adoption of the viscosity of the fluid transmission low.

Elimination of inefficiencies

Range Rover engineers have rigorously eliminated parasitic losses from all areas of the Evoke to ensure that the car offers the consumer the lowest possible.

2012 MINI Coupe

And then there were five. The next exciting chapter to continue the success story of MINI has begun to launch a brand new MINI Convertible a unique model in fifth place in the family.

Sale alongside the door MINI Convertible, Clubman and Countryman, the 2012 MINI Coupe is the first British-built two-seater sports car in the UK long and proud history of the brand. This is a modern reworking of the concept of authentic performance car classic Mini Mix with the heady go-attitude and places convenient for a new type of clients.

2012 MINI Coupe
The mission of the MINI Coupe is simple: to maximize the pleasure of being behind the wheel. The drivers concerned will be rewarded with a level of handling agility unparalleled in the small car segment. Every aspect of the MINI Convertible - the choice of engine and chassis configuration weight distribution and aerodynamics - is focused on delivering dynamic performance. To test this, the MINI John Cooper Works has the Coupé faster acceleration and top speed of any MINI volume produced to date.

Four strong MINI range will be sold through the dealer MINI October 1, 2011, and the MINI Convertible, guests can expect an exceptionally high level of equipment including: DAB digital radio, air conditioning, parking sensors, alloy wheels, 3 spoke Sports leather steering wheel and sport stripes on the body. Wide range of accessories and customization options are available.

2012 MINI Coupe
The key to the call MINI Coupe exterior design is incredible, unlike anything else in the sport-compact segment. Immediately recognizable as part of the MINI family, it is a genuine and attractive reinterpretation of conventional indices of the MINI design that have become so familiar on British roads in the last decade. The language of car design - the intelligent combination of sporting sculpted surfaces, smooth curves and parallel lines - to design the brand in a new direction with an emphasis on fresh and clear sports brand DNA.

MINI Convertible is also a new vehicle. It 'the first of the modern MINI to accept the traditional "three box" body structure, splitting the car in several segments - the engine compartment, cabin and boot. Although the overall length and width are almost identical to the MINI Hatch, Coupe total height is 29 mm lower. Visually, this, and went aft to give the car aggressive, forward thrust profile. A lower roof line should not be at the expense of the driver and passenger comfort, however. Oval depressions in the roof to give more headroom, fully describes the Mini ethos, 'No compromise'.

The design team led by chief designer Anders Warming MINI Coupe gave a distinctive look from every angle. The most striking view is probably the profile with a horizontal stratification of the car at three different levels - the body, the glass envelope and roof "design center" the striking The pillars and the windshield. are strongly inclined 13 ˚ to the MINI hatch, resulting in a smaller frontal area which gives the MINI Coupe with excellent aerodynamic properties.

The airflow is also optimized for an integrated rear spoiler on the roof, and through a single active bootlid spoiler hosted. And 'activated automatically when the car reaches 50 mph - 37 mph, and down again - but it can be operated using the button on the control panel. Mini Coupe is the first in the history of an active rear spoiler reduces lift on the rear axle to improve aerodynamic balance and grip.

2012 MINI Coupe
MINI enthusiasts will immediately recognize the interior of the Coupé. The beloved big central circular Speedo, control system and many other features MINI are all present in the cabin for two people.

Behind it there is ample luggage space of 280 liters - 20 liters larger than the MINI Clubman - with easy access to the driver or the passenger cabin and the outside through the boot. The tailgate opening makes it easy to load large and the car offers excellent loading possibilities to adapt to a wide range of needs. Whether the daily routine, weekend fun and pleasure trips to visit for two more adventurous, the MINI Coupe is the ideal transport.

Engines tested

Power MINI Convertible is the latest generation of the BMW Group, four-cylinder petrol and diesel. Outputs range from 122 kW hp/90 MINI Cooper Convertible 211 hp / 155 kW, a very desirable flagship of the MINI John Cooper Works Convertible. The recent creation of high performance diesel engine, 143 hp/105 kW, Cooper, SD, is also available and is ready for mounting on a Cooper S, which offers 184 hp / 135kW.

Fuel economy on the combined cycle lengths of 39 mpg in the 0.8 MINI John Cooper Works to cut a frugal 65.7mpg on the model of Cooper SD, while CO2 emissions are as low as 114g/km only in SD Cooper. Even the MINI John Cooper Works emits only 165g/km Coupé. The full technical specification of each model follows.

2012 MINI Coupe
Likely to be popular with many potential clients MINI Cooper Coupe is the SD variant, which offers better fuel economy, torque lower emissions increased production of any MINI. In addition, it will sprint to 62 mph in under eight seconds and lead to a top speed of 134 mph. With a value of only 13% BIK, and zero road tax in the first year, you switch drivers and fleet managers also see its obvious appeal. No official figures are yet available, but the 2012 MINI Coupe should be class-leading residual values.

Exceptional dynamics and MINI record speed

MINI Coupe, the engine power is converted into pure driving pleasure more direct and more complete than ever. This car is the clearest illustration yet of the DNA of the legendary MINI sports car is converted to a new peak. MINI Coupe offers a completely new interpretation of what a candidate in the category of compact sports cars should offer the driver.

MINI Convertible takes the legendary go-kart handling of each of the new Mini, a new record. That each of the four model variants to bring the name of Cooper, his name reflects the belief in the performance of the car MINI new proxies. Traditionally, this sign is a sign of a great sporting ability, and a nod to the brand for a long-term cooperation with the legendary Formula One designer John Cooper.

A level of quality unmatched in the small car segment management table gives the new MINI style you expect from the brand. Designed to be the ultimate expression of go-kart handling, the car's suspension system provides a fun driving experience agile and strong.

With a multi-link rear axle and suspension MacPherson strut front, ensures the high quality of engineering of the chassis, steering and braking safe control of the car all the time even when pushed hard in dynamic situations. Compared to the Hatch Cup Mini is also equipped with springs and dampers optimized and a revised rear anti-roll bar to further improve its sporting pedigree.

Work to increase overall chassis rigidity has been a slight advance in the weight distribution of the MINI Coupe from the MINI Hatch. This has great advantages for vehicle dynamics, because the slight increase of the front axle increases traction and helps ensure the power is easily translated into accelerating sports.

2012 MINI Coupe
Low center of gravity, long wheelbase and track measures 2467 mm front and rear 1,459 mm and 1467 mm respectively, have contributed to the sure-footed handling. DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) is standard across the range MINI Convertible and makes an important contribution to security and agile. In extreme driving situations and on slippery surfaces, the system may selectively braking individual wheels and reducing engine block in the front or back of slide in the earliest stage possible. The system includes an integral ABS, EBD (electronic brake distributor), CBC (Cornering Brake Control), Brake Assist and Hill Start Assist. DTC (Dynamic Traction Control) and the EDLC (Electronic Differential Lock Control) is standard on the list of options, but the MINI John Cooper Works Convertible.

The optional sport suspension that is firmer dampers and comes with upgraded anti-roll bars front and rear. For more experienced "hard core" racing MINI includes a range of accessories Coupe John Cooper Works suspension, with a fall of 10 mm ride height, ultra-fast absorption and further improved anti-roll bars.

One of the biggest attractions of owning a new MINI Coupe is its linear velocity. In the case of the MINI John Cooper Works sports car is a record performance MINI. With a 0-62 mph sprint time of 6.4 seconds and a top speed of 149 miles per hour, it is the fastest MINI volume produced to date on these two points.

MINIMALISM environmental technology as the standard

All versions of the MINI Coupe comes with the technology of the brand MINIMALISM critically acclaimed environmental standard, providing exceptional efficiency of the powertrain. Features such as Brake Energy Regeneration, Auto Start / Stop Shift point display, electric power steering and the need for an operation based on the auxiliary components help make efficient use of fuel with low emissions. Additional features include thermal encapsulating innovative powertrain, which reduces fuel undermining the warm-up after a cold start. All these results in the MINI is the cleanest cut on the market today.

The six-speed manual transmission as standard sets a new benchmark in the travel segment with its change in the short and precise actions. A weight of ready-to-disk 44.8 kg making it the lightest of the gearbox of this type. Relations warranty carefully consider the unprecedented agility midrange acceleration. In addition, the MINI Cooper S John Cooper Works and SD Cooper Coupe models all come with innovative self-adjusting clutch. Automatic adjustment ensures that the pedal feel is expected of a MINI is there to be enjoyed over the life of the car.

For drivers who prefer the simplicity offered by an automatic transmission, a gearbox six-speed Steptronic Function, available with paddle shifters can be ordered as an option for the coupe MINI Cooper, MINI Cooper S Coupe and Coupe MINI Cooper SD .

MINI Cooper Coupe comes with alloy wheels 15-inch standard with a 16-inch version equipped Coupe MINI Cooper S and MINI Cooper Coupe SD. MINI John Cooper Works Coupé is set to 17-inch wheels with weight-optimized, cross spoke alloy CHALLENGE JCW style.

Advanced Technology

MINI Coupe is a compelling driving experience is helped by driving the electric car (EPS). This electro-mechanical system is particularly effective to soak up the vibration of management and other vibrations.

It has a speed-sensitive help, reducing the effort required by the driver when parking, and other movements. It will reduce the number of higher speeds to improve road safety, to feel and directional stability.

A Sport button on the center console is standard on all models MINI Coupe, pressing the Sport button changes the throttle response to provide sharper, sport and reactions is designed to support a more performance driving spirit This requires a more, but provides a more sensitive touch.

Specific model of the MINI Coupe braking system offers deceleration strong and durable under pressure, even the most difficult to pedal. The brake ventilated front discs have a diameter of 280 mm in the MINI Cooper Coupe Coupe 294 mm in the MINI Cooper S and MINI Cooper SD Coupe, and 316 mm in the MINI John Cooper Works Coupé.

Technical Specifications

All engines Coupe MINI four-cylinder petrol come with the technology of BMW Valvetronic - a fully variable valve control, which adjusts the valve lift and opening times in direct proportion to the control of the driver on the gas pedal, providing more torque and better fuel consumption.

2008 KTM X-Bow

An aggressive design and sporty potential: the KTM X-Bow is not merely a milestone in the KTM brand over 50 years of history, is also a new appointment in the segment of the small but elite cars radical, lightweight sports car. This exceptional situation is the result of the concept: for their first car, KTM employs the finest materials, high technology and know-how of respected development partners such as Audi and Dallara. The result is a vehicle approved street sport with racing technology, like an avant-garde carbon fiber monocoque. Thanks to the lightness of the standard and the 177 kW (240 hp) Audi TFSI, the performance values ​​of the KTM X-Bow outstrip those of super sports cars with over twice the power: a deadweight of approx. 700 kilos, the KTM X-Bow accelerates to 100 km in just 3.9 seconds.

2008 KTM X-Bow
But the 2008 KTM X-Bow is not just a race car, even if you intend to achieve spectacular performance feats is a racing circuit. Its modern technologies and exceptional solutions, it is much more sport-oriented drivers who want to experience driving purists. Dispensing with electronic assistants and today's standard comfort features, the X-Bow offers unfiltered adventure - aided by its single-seater racing car wheel independent style, transparent technology and the machine to reduce the concept, ie no roof, doors and windshield. Sports Car is only 70 mm, transparent wind deflector. With all these unique features, driving the KTM X-Bow will experience the immediacy that otherwise can only be felt when riding a motorcycle.

2008 KTM X-Bow
For the motorcycle manufacturer in Upper Austria - the second largest in Europe - the decision to expand its activities in the automobile market was of great strategic importance. It was made possible by exceptionally strong growth over the past 15 years. Since 1992, KTM vehicle sales have increased an average of 21% per year, while the volume of sales even climbed to 25% each year. Today, KTM is the brand leader in the segment of off-road and in recent years has successively expanded its model portfolio on the Street area. "Moving into the automotive sector is the logical continuation of this strategy. With the X-Bow, KTM can now offer the classic KTM driving experience to those who do not have a motorcycle license, "says Stefan Pierer, CEO of KTM Power Sports list AG, explaining this investment in its future.

Monocoque carbon fiber: Racing Dallara expertise

Carbon fiber monocoque have been a safety net of Formula 1 for many years. Along the way, this technology was reserved for the elite super sports cars once in a class of higher price. KTM would now like to be the first to offer this solution in a much more affordable.

KTM was able to call upon the expertise of the development partner, Dallara. These experts Varano (near Parma) in Northern Italy have long been lauded carbon technology experts, from design to production of components made of this lightweight, but rigid. Monocoque developed for KTM X-Bow is not only extremely robust it is also safe, thanks to an integrated Crashbox. Yet only weighs about 70 pounds and is therefore a crucial factor for the spectacular performance of the vehicle.

2008 KTM X-Bow
Engine: Audi TFSI technology

KTM was able to gain Audi AG as a partner in developing the drive unit. The TFSI four-cylinder engine is the design principles of X-Bow, in an ingenious way: by featuring lightweight, high performance and intelligent technologies.

The engine is an excellent feature of its direct injection technology FSI. In this case, is connected to the exhaust gas turbocharger and intercooler. Thanks to FSI, the engine can use more fuel than conventional intake manifold injection and it gets even further with less fuel is often used partial load range.

The level of injection pressure is between 30 and 110 bar, suction valve system directly from the air flowing to the movement of the cylinder. Camshaft infinitely variable suction ensures optimum charging of the cylinder at all speeds. Two balancer shafts compensate the second order inertia forces and so guarantee superior, low vibration.

The long run KTM X-Bow, four valves per cylinder provides powerful performance: 310 newton-meters of torque peaks at a level of between 2,200 and 4,000 rpm. The maximum output of 177 kW (240 hp) is achieved at 6000 rpm. Variations even more powerful engine of 300 horsepower range are planned at a later date.

The drive unit package is complemented by a 6-speed manual transmission, which is also made by VW and can be equipped with a limited slip differential if so desired. An optional S tronic transmission will also be offered. The player comes from behind.

Chassis: Direct and competent

The X-Bow performance gain not only driving the car a low center of gravity, but also an excellent platform, based on racing technology, its basic principles. Suspended double triangular wishbone axles, the wheels feature suspension and damping elements by WP Suspension, with the tip in front of the engine available.

The Italian manufacturer Brembo can also be proud of its reputation for excellence. KTM is also expanding this partnership (which began in the area of ​​motorcycles) in the kingdom of the car. X-Bow powerful braking system consists of 305 front discs and 262 mm discs mm at the rear. The interaction of low weight of the car, the ideal balance, low center of gravity and a mixture of results 17-/18-inch bridge in spectacular braking performance: when the brakes are warm, the KTM X-Bow n 'needs than 33.1 meters to decelerate from 100 km at a standstill.

2008 KTM X-Bow
Aerodynamics: Exceptional Contact Pressure

The main development objectives of the 2008 KTM X-Bow was not to reach extreme speeds final, but in the optimization of driving dynamics. The sports car is made easier by an ingenious aerodynamics, the result of many hours in Dallara wind tunnel. The most crucial element in this area is the basement, which is equipped with a diffuser leading to the rear. To make this work even more efficiently broadcaster, the connection points for the rear suspension as high as possible. This enables the KTM X-Bow to achieve a phenomenal downforce of about 200 kg with a speed of 200 km / h - about three times more than most other supersport cars.

In combination with high-performance chassis, the great support that makes possible the extreme curve speeds. The lateral acceleration of 1.23 g can be achieved significantly exceeds the usual values ​​achieved by street cars sports certification.

The aerodynamic concept was a big challenge for the designer. This meant that sufficient air had to be fed to the inputs to the sides, behind the passengers. The radiator is also located in the rear of the vehicle to avoid having to install longer, heavier cooling hoses. This mission is carried out using special baffles, which are installed horizontally on the sides of the car, so passengers can also use them as aids boarding.

Safety: Racing Technology

The crucial element to protect the driver and passenger are solid carbon monocoque - safety technology straight from Formula 1 This structure is complemented by a crashbox in the nose of the vehicle. The silencer, which is integrated into the rear of the car, was also designed to act as a crashbox, it absorbs the force of an impact on the rear of the vehicle.

The driver and passenger are also protected by seat belts to four points, which were inspired by the racing world. If desired, this unit can be equipped with a fifth point of fixation. The two anti-roll bars are clearly visible. They not only seem to be fixed, they are ingeniously integrated into the monocoque structure.

Design: The floating

Gerald Kiska studio can take credit for the shape of the vehicle. Coming from Salzburg, he worked closely with KTM for the past 15 years and is entrusted not only to the design of motorcycles, but also with the appearance of the company itself.

For the concept of the first cars of the brand KTM, Kiska incorporated many features that are most closely associated with motorcycles than cars. Each part has a function, the technology remains transparent, the form is essentially simple. The body panels in orange are some "floating elements", such as motorcycles, and suggest lightness and simplicity.

Intentional reduction of all things includes the lights: simple headlamps and embedded indicators flush with the contours of the car and lights around her to give up superficial, spectacular effects. Instead of coal structure to the tasks of design, which means that the parties, which are often hidden in the car, such as the silencer, suddenly have an aesthetic purpose in addition to their normal functions.

Equipment: purist and functional

Because of its clear concept, the KTM X-Bow can do without many things that are usually added to the complexity and extra weight. Therefore, the narrow wind deflector makes a heating system and windscreen wipers unnecessary elaborate doors are not included in the design, due to low profile vehicles and extremely low side profile.

2008 KTM X-Bow
You will also find a standard instrument panel in vain. The driver can find all the information needed to run the hub of the wheel.

The seats are further examples of intelligent construction and simple X-Bow: the shells for the driver and passenger seats are already integrated in the construction of carbon fiber monocoque. An overlay provides a solid comfort. To provide the best ergonomics for drivers of varying heights, KTM X-Bow has manually adjustable pedals.

KTM X-Bow is not in the trunk. But it will feature an innovative, mobile storage box for the car documents. Devices Act, as a triangle, first aid kits and ring-fit system, considered as a space next to the passenger foot well. The lid must be kept in the same place, protects the interior of the car when parked. Two helmets can be connected to the passenger side footwell.

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta

After its world premiere at the 2010 Geneva International Motor Show, the new Alfa Romeo Giulietta made its debut, and in May 2010, will be launched gradually in all major markets, and boost a fire in one of the fastest important in Europe.

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
The centennial year of 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta was appointed a tribute to a car and an Alfa Romeo legend. In the fifties, drew the Alfa Romeo Giulietta the imagination of car enthusiasts worldwide, making the dream of owning an Alfa Romeo and benefit from its expertise in high level of comfort and technology available for the first time.

Now, the Centro Stile Alfa Romeo has produced a new Alfa Romeo Giulietta, a five-door hatchback with an evident Alfa Romeo appearance and capable of expressing his great agility on the most demanding routes and providing comfort for everyday use. This is because the new compact platform, with advanced technical solutions for the suspension, steering gear dual active materials and sophisticated manufacturing technologies implemented, allows the Alfa Romeo Giulietta to achieve exceptionally high standards, both in terms of comfort on board, and its dynamic characteristics and safety (active and passive).

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
A new platform to increase grip and dexterity in total comfort and safety

Alfa Romeo Giulietta introduces an entirely new platform - called Compact - designed to meet the most demanding customers in terms of grip, agility and safety. It ensures both exceptional dynamic performance and comfort, with solutions refined techniques for the suspension, an operating system of new generation, light and rigid structure made of materials such as aluminum and steel with a high resistance, and manufacturing techniques of avant-garde.

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
This new platform will enable the Alfa Romeo Giulietta to meet the needs of all customers in this class that combines onboard comfort, functional interiors and generous boot space, with the dynamic qualities that belong to all Alfa Romeo . Furthermore, driving satisfaction and comfort can be adapted to any particular customer needs through the Alfa DNA selector, a device that adjusts the car's handling to suit different road conditions and driving style. The new platform of the Alfa Romeo Giulietta was designed to integrate various vehicle systems and exploit them fully, highlighting the three setup functions (Dynamic, Normal and All Weather) available through the Alfa DNA selector.

This device, fitted as standard across the range of the new model is designed to change the operating parameters of the engine, gearbox, steering and Q2 electronic differential, in addition to the system logical behavior Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC).

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
Sporty and comfortable, Italian style

The perfect blend of sportiness and elegance, the Alfa Romeo Giulietta redefines the technology standards of the brand and the emotional values.

The front shows a new interpretation of the classic shield, integrated into the front bumper and suspended between the air intakes. This is the starting point for the entire car design that combines a strong personality with a clearly elegant. The headlights have DRL with LED technology and a function of daylight for maximum active safety.

Even the profile of the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is full of personality, giving the impression of a car quick and solid. This is mainly due to the side windows which recall the appearance of a cut, emphasizing the dynamism and fluidity of form, thanks to the hidden rear door handles. The ribs on the sides of the vehicle appear to extend the car, while the clean lines that end in the rear accentuate the angular shape of the body.

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
Behind, as front and side, presents a different style, which emphasizes the feeling of well-muscled the car firmly grasped on the road. Moreover, as the headlights, rear lights also use the innovative LED technology, not only for style but also preventive safety.

Finally, measuring the amount of compact and dynamic shape of the new car, guaranteeing excellent comfort and a spacious boot (350 liters) is 4.35 meters long, 1.46 meters high and 1.80 meters wide, with a wheelbase of 2.63 meters.

Advanced features for maximum well-being on board

The attention to detail and high quality materials used for interiors, now as always, the most advanced expression of Italian style. Specifically, the dominant concept within the new model is lightness. The lines are clean and the dashboard develops horizontally. The seats are comfortable and their shape is designed to ensure maximum comfort during long trips.

Thank you to the advanced ergonomic design, each switch is conveniently located: the main ones are gathered in the middle of the dashboard, and the same design as those of the Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.

The navigation system with pop-up screen allows drivers to view the route safety or mechanical operating parameters set by the Alfa DNA device, without taking your eyes off the road.

This is a practical open storage compartments are located in different areas of the passenger compartment: in front of the transmission, center console and doors. It is a closed compartments memory - depending on the version - on top of the dashboard, under the dash in front of the front passenger (cooled Dual Zone operation with air conditioning), as well as front and rear armrests.

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
Innovative engines for an exciting, eco-driving

The Alfa Romeo Giulietta guarantees the highest levels of performance and technology through a range of engines that are state of the art in terms of technology, levels of performance and environmental friendliness. Upon commercial launch, 4 Turbo engines are available, comply with Euro 5 and Start & Stop system to reduce consumption levels and emissions of the series: two petrol (120 hp and 170 CV, 1.4 1.4TB Multiair TB) and two diesels (105 hp and 170 hp 1.6 JTDM 2.0 JTDM, both second generation Multijet engines). The range is completed with the high performance of 235 HP 1750 TBi fuel injection control and scanning in combination with exclusive Quadrifoglio Verde interiors.

This latest version has a-235-horsepower engine 1750 TBI perfectly represents the way in which Alfa Romeo offers the most in this segment. Not only the means of transport, but a vehicle that really connects with the customer. There is a strong acceleration thanks to higher torque at low revs, smooth response to minimize the transmission makes use of the species characterized by a modern gasoline engines and engine note, taking advantage of ever becoming intrusive. Detail, 1750 turbo petrol engine offers advanced techniques such as direct injection, variable valve timing continues, turbocharger and a revolutionary scavenging control system gets rid of all the turbo lag. The resulting performance is comparable to - or better - than many 3 liter engines continue to produce the fuel consumption of a typical four-cylinder compact.

Note that the specific power of 134 hp / liter is the highest in the world in a 4-cylinder unit installed in this vehicle class, while the highest ever achieved by an Alfa Romeo engine production. The specific torque too, for a total of 194 Nm / liter, the highest of all gasoline engines in this category, while the maximum torque of 340 Nm, is only 1,900 rpm, is excellent.

The range of engines available can meet the needs of all customers. First, the 120 HP 1.4TB is the ideal engine for those looking for a car that can handle city traffic effortlessly while keeping operating costs to a minimum. The turbo engine ensures a fast response, even at low rpm (maximum torque is reached at only 1750 rpm) while Start & Stop, in the city, which reduces fuel consumption and harmful emissions dramatically without compromising comfort and safety on board.

The 170 hp 1.4 TB Multiair engine is an amalgam of technology, which combines high performance with low emissions and fuel consumption in its class for petrol engines that power. This is a brilliant and flexible engine, with a maximum torque of 250 Nm generous (when set to dynamic) equipped with a Start & Stop system and the levels of fuel consumption and emissions are similar to a diesel more than one this power gasoline (4.6 l/100 km extra-urban cycle and 134 g / km CO2 emissions). The combination of this engine with the new platform is the Alfa Romeo Giulietta at the head of its class for its dynamic qualities as well as comfort and practicality in everyday use.

The 105 HP 1.6 JTDM is a flexible and economical diesel engine that will surprise customers due to its fast response (in dynamic mode, max. Torque is a generous 320 Nm at only 1750 rpm), coupled with the extremely fuel low (in the extra cycle is only 3.7 l/100 km). This is possible thanks to the combination of technology and second generation Multijet Start & Stop system. Therefore, it is an engine dedicated to all those who seek a car with character and a distinctive style that gives the agility and handling typical of an Alfa Romeo yet able to combine these with low operating costs.

For customers who primarily use the car on the highway or require the highest levels of performance of a diesel engine, Alfa Romeo offers the 170 hp 2.0 JTDM. Again, is an amalgam of technology that combines the technology of second generation Multijet with Start & Stop system. The result is a vehicle with the highest levels of performance in its segment, extremely flexible driving (with switch mode Dynamic DNA, the available torque at 1,750 rpm is a generous 350 Nm) between the lower fuel consumption and levels emission vehicles in its category with this power (124 g / km of CO2 and 4.1 l/100 km extra-urban cycle). Thanks to the exceptional qualities of the new compact platform, this version is able to mix a great dynamic, and performance of the car with the comfort and practicality in its segment.

All engines are combined with a manual of the state of the art 6-speed, belonging to the family of three-axle transmission, which can withstand and transmit high maximum torque. Subsequently, the Multiair and 170 HP 2.0 JTDM engines also be combined with an innovative dual-clutch automatic.

Leader segment of the security, comfort and dynamic behavior

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta was designed to obtain the maximum Euro NCAP rating for safety to give complete protection for both driver and passengers. In addition, the new platform was developed to ensure maximum interaction between the systems responsible for controlling the vehicle dynamics.

All this is controlled by the real "brains" of a vehicle, that is, the Alfa DNA system, which handles all the sophisticated electronic vehicle dynamic VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control), dual front axle pinion, Q2 electronic differential, and the answer torque curve of the motor system, brake pre-fill function. All these systems guarantee genuine Alfa Romeo driving safety, vehicle traction and performance.

The new compact platform, thanks to sophisticated technical solutions for the suspension and the materials used, such as high strength steels, aluminum, magnesium and Xenoy, can meet the needs of most demanding customers in terms of comfort on board and functioning silent, placing the Giulietta at the top of his class also in terms of daily use of the vehicle.

A wide range of

Designed to meet the diverse needs of drivers car segment C in the pursuit of driving pleasure and comfort, the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is available in two versions (Progression and Distinctive), with two adjustments (Sport Pack and Premium Pack).

All units are associated with active and passive safety are fitted as standard throughout the area. Progression version comes with the Alfa DNA system (with Q2 electronic differential and DST), VDC (including ASR and Hill Holder), six airbags, front seat belts with dual pretensioners and front seats with anti-whiplash standard system. Standard equipment includes manual air conditioning, 16''hjul and rear electric windows, trip computer, a stereo radio with dual tuner, six speakers and MP3 CD player. The latest version (Distinctive) offers the following services in addition to the standard equipment of the former: alloy wheels 16 ", automatic dual zone climate control, leather steering wheel with radio control, front armrest with storage compartment, cruise control , fog lights, reconfigurable control panel, the Competizione cloth seats, front armrests, and stylish chrome trim (chrome line) framing the side windows.

The board version is also distinctive style distinguished by a gray painted magnesium insertion or, alternatively, Ice white, red Alfa and brushing of polished aluminum.

Customers can personalize their most Alfa Romeo Giulietta with two specific packages (Sport and Premium). The first package is designed to highlight the car's sporting character with features that enhance the already excellent handling of the car and includes alloy 18''jantes 17''or, side skirts, sports pedals, sports seats and leather upholstery microfiber fabric polished aluminum dash insert polished, burnished headlight frames and dark interiors (lining of the roof and black pillar).

For customers looking for more technology and complete equipment onboard Premium Pack includes bi-xenon headlamps with AFS function with Blue & Me Bluetooth, USB and MP3 player, radio / telephone steering wheel controls Rear Parking Assistance, rain-night humidity sensors, electric folding door mirrors and an electrochromic mirror mirror.

To customize the Alfa Romeo Giulietta, customers can choose from the list of available options, including a large panoramic sunroof, navigation system with maps and pop-up screen and a Bose ® Hi-fi. In addition, the Blue & Me-TomTom is also available, which adds navigation functions to the functions of Blue & Me ® system with TomTom portable navigation that integrates seamlessly with gratitude the vehicle existing systems to a Bluetooth ® interface. The TomTom portable navigation system is placed on the dashboard with a brace designed to ensure maximum safety in case of impact and full integration with other vehicle systems and improved ergonomics in everyday use.

There is also a special section dedicated to the trim version with 235 HP engine 1750 TBi. This is called Quadrifoglio Verde (four-leaf clover), a legendary brand that has participated in the tracks of the world. Only available on this type of engine, this special edition is distinguished by its sporty lowered ride height (15 mm front and 10 mm rear), 17''fælge (18''as an option), a improved system with brake calipers painted red Alfa and the sporty interior includes leather sports seats and microfiber. Everything is designed to provide the best in driving pleasure and the leader segment of the active and passive safety. It offers low power consumption of this effect, the "Quadrifoglio Verde" is reinterpreted for today, combining driving pleasure with greater environmental awareness in the sporting eco-conscious and environmentally friendly.

A new platform to increase grip and dexterity in total comfort and safety

The Alfa Romeo Giulietta introduces an entirely new platform - Compact - designed to satisfy the most demanding customers in terms of handling, comfort and safety on board. On the other hand, satisfaction, and ride comfort can be tailored to meet specific customer needs through the Alfa DNA selector, a device that adapts the vehicle's behavior in three different rationales (Dynamic, Normal and All Weather).

The platform of the new covenant is part of a strategy to rationalize the platform of Fiat Group Automobiles - preceded by the Mini platform for a small segment for segments B and L0 - and is a true starting point for engineering solutions before because the new material presented, the materials used and the level of performance achieved. From the earliest stages of design, the goal was to create a platform for Fiat Group Automobiles future C-segment vehicles, starting with the new Alfa Romeo Giulietta, which was ranked best in class in terms of handling, steering feel to weight performance, ride comfort, NVH (Noise Vibration Hardness), safety (active and passive) and climate comfort.

Thus, the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is a completely new car capable of expressing his great agility in the most demanding routes and provide comfort on the go. In addition, through a specific calibration of the suspension that offers the sports package, the sportiness of the new Alfa Giulietta can be improved.

Innovative materials and state of the art solutions

First, the basement represents a generational leap in terms of materials used. The whole structure is much stronger and provides better performance without gaining weight compared to the previous generation. All thanks to wider use of materials with high strength and ultra-high, which currently represent over 90% of the total mass of the system: structural parts, designed to provide high strength and the ability to absorb the impact with the minimum distortion, were hot pressing of hardened steel.

In addition, lightweight materials have been used for many structural elements bolted to the body structure. For example, the front beam connecting struts in front and the third load path are of extruded aluminum. The rear bumper beam and third load elements via energy absorption are made of Xenoy (a thermoplastic with excellent energy absorption by weight). The third form of energy-absorbing load energy absorbing elements for low-speed impact with obstacles and support to collisions with pedestrians bumper. Using these solutions provide a weight reduction of 8.5 kg in the front and rear 4 kg compared with conventional steel structures, without compromising safety performance.

Another new feature is the basis of its modularity, which makes it suitable for a family of vehicles of different steps and traces. This modularity provides a set of floor panels and members of the middle half, and not affect any part of the front and rear structures. This reduces the load to a minimum and that the system can be applied to other vehicle systems without modification.

Many systems and components that make up the "Compact" architecture have been revised compared to the previous generation, improve performance and reduce weight (-35% for the two limits of the rear seat and alloy magnesium transverse beam).

Best in class performance in terms of comfort, handling and safety

Alfa Romeo Giulietta offers superb handling and comfort levels, mainly due to the new suspension used. The front suspension MacPherson particular has been revised to provide maximum rigidity under lateral loads, which reduces the weight through the use of aluminum (gain of 4 kg compared to conventional solutions). The rear suspension is a Multi-Link, which provides the best compromise between handling and comfort without compromising the volume of the trunk. In this case, focusing on weight reduction, and with aluminum booms, the suspension allows a weight reduction of more than 10 kg compared to conventional multi-link.

It also provides new electric power steering (steering gear Dual Active) feel excellent control and is integrated with the systems of active safety car. As its name suggests, the solution uses two drives mounted directly on the rack of the steering box. The first gear is directly connected to the steering column and guarantees, direct and precise control, without artificial filter between the control box and the driver's hands, giving a feeling of true and natural behavior. The second gear, still mounted directly on the rack is connected to the electric motor, located in the engine compartment, thus minimizing the risk of collision with a passenger in an accident.

Air conditioning, and in particular the operation of the logic has been completely revised and improved to ensure the best climatic conditions in the cabin, thus significantly reducing the excessive consumption of fuel (30% less than the traditional system). Similarly, thanks to engineering specifications, unusual noises and vibrations of quality is reached.

In terms of passive safety, the Alfa Romeo Giulietta produced to obtain the maximum Euro NCAP rating, as evidenced by more than fifteen hours of calculations, 80 crash tests, 150 HyGe test slides, and more than 100 tests on components and subsystems. In detail, the new third load path increases the potential for absorption of energy in front of the vehicle and reduces both inertial forces and the passenger compartment intrusion, thus ensuring the optimal protection of passengers a greater impact on the severity. Security is ensured by 6 airbags (standard across the area), three-point safety belts with dual pretensioners and load limiters, collapsible pedals and steering column, the second-generation anti-whiplash and Isofix attachments.

Finally, in terms of active safety, the new Alfa Romeo Giulietta platform was designed to integrate various vehicle systems and exploit them fully, highlighting the three setup functions (Dynamic, Normal and All Weather) available through the Alfa DNA selector. This device, as standard across the range, is designed to change the configuration of the engine, gearbox (or automatic), address, Q2 electronic differential and the braking system, as well as the logic of system behavior, Dynamic Control Vehicle (VDC). The Alfa Romeo Giulietta will also be the introduction of pre-fill - a new feature - is activated when DNA is dynamic, which gives the driver the fastest possible response braking. In certain circumstances, ie

when the computer detects a dangerous situation requiring rapid braking, the brake system is under pressure from a few moments before the driver actually hits the brake pedal to ensure the fastest possible response of the system and thus reduce the vehicle stopping distance.

These advanced features that improve the dynamic control of the vehicle is enhanced by Dynamic Steering Torque (DST), a function that provides feedback of torque to the wheel, which helps the driver to perform critical maneuvers correctly before VDC acts to prevent loss of control.

Sporty and comfortable, Italian style

Alfa Romeo Giulietta is the result of the new approach of the Alfa Romeo style and technology that began with the 8C Competizione supercar, and highlighted by a return to Italian names on the one hand refers to the brand's glorious past and the other to look to the future with technological and emotional values.

The perfect blend of style and sportiness, the new car is characterized by its distinctive look that combines compact size - it is 4.35 meters long, 1.46 meters high and 1.80 meters wide, with a wheelbase of 2, 63 meters - with superb comfort on board and a spacious boot (350 liters). In addition, the dynamic look of the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is further enhanced by: a high-power front with unmistakable Alfa Romeo descent, a profile with two folds prolonged muscle fat, and a rear spoiler, sporty, and with highly inclined rear window.

Exterior styling: the perfect blend of sportiness and elegance

The front features aa new interpretation of the classic shield, embedded in the front bumper and suspended between the air vents. This is the starting point for the design of the entire vehicle, which combines a strong personality clearly an elegant form. Everything is made more attractive from the surface of the hood and the vertical headlamps. In addition, the exterior of the car ends up highlighting the sportiness and elegance in its form, as the treatment of horizontal bars and polished V-shaped plate, which gives the front end of the highest level, effects of light.

The profile of the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rich in personality, the model seems agile and robust. This is mainly due to the side windows to remember the look of a coupe, underlines the dynamism and fluidity of form, thanks to the hidden rear door handles, and the play of light over the wheel arches and side skirts. Distinctive and Quadrifoglio Verde versions boast a polished steel (chrome line) side of the molding of the windows, highlighting the side windows cut a sophisticated way. The ribs seem to stretch the sides of the vehicle in the car and clean lines that extend toward the rear of the car shows the angular shape of the body.

The back, as the front and sides, has a style that focuses on the feeling of a muscle car, clinging to the road surface. In addition, the back is an efficient use of space with a large rear window mounted on a generous tailgate pillars resting on muscular looking. Finally, defense and home plate, depending on the version, the full exhaust.

The headlights on Alfa Romeo worthy of special note. Both the headlights and rear lights use LED technology, which, compared to incandescent lamps, allowing for greater brightness, high reliability and low consumption levels (ie with a positive effect on emissions), and long response times faster (in case of braking, for example). Therefore, LED technology is aimed not only fashionable, but also the security, reliability and insulation properties.

Headlights also feature built-in function of daylight (known as daytime running lights) that - when the engine is started - automatically starts the LEDs are specifically designed to provide maximum visibility during the day, with reduced power consumption and long life (This feature is in conformity with the European standard, which will come into force in 2012).

The headlights are available in two versions: standard halogen lamps, or with optional bi-xenon headlights with AFS offers a better quality of light radiation (with or without beam), an excellent performance in all weather conditions and longer ( compared to standard halogen headlights, these devices treble brightness and duration). The AFS system in turn provides maximum visibility and safety, or even cornering on tight turns, so you can go to the bar where the direction of the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is to control up to 15 °.

Inner edge for maximum well-being on board

The interior was designed for, and to ensure maximum passenger space, pleasure and comfort of the car so that the distance - whether long or short - is a pleasant experience on board the Alfa Romeo Giulietta. What's more, the interior has been designed to ensure that practical for everyday use for customers, while the materials selected to ensure the best possible quality and duration of the performance period, as well as the expression Italian style evolved.

In particular, the new car emphasizes the concept of lightness, which is reflected in clean lines and the instrument panel that extends horizontally, by adding the total amount of dynamism. Moreover, thanks to improved ergonomics and interior design, each switch is ideally located: the main ones are grouped in the center of the dashboard and in the same model as for switches 8C Competizione, ensuring easy access and immediate.

The navigation system with pop-up display, located at the top of the dashboard, allows motorists to check your route and mechanical operating parameters using the Alfa DNA device safely without taking your eyes the road.

The new car interiors are complemented by its comfortable seats to ensure maximum comfort in the car, the journey is so long. There are handy storage compartment located in various parts of the cab in front of the shifter on the center console and interior trim on the doors. There are storage compartments closed - depending on the version - at the top of the dashboard, under the dashboard to the passenger (cooled with dual zone climate control) and front and rear armrests.

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
What colors and fabrics, the Progression version is clearly a high-tech feel, while the black cab, playing against the gray metal roof, pillars, dashboard and steering wheel inserts. The appearance of the seat trim is a high-tech and sport, said electro-3D cellular structure.

Distinctive version of the car's interior is characterized by a combination of black and gray metallic dash inserts (also available in two colors, white, red and Alpha, brushed aluminum or gloss). Unlike the Progression version, the seats are upholstered in a structured high-tech fabric with horizontal electric welding in two different colors (black and metallic gray). Leather steering wheel features a matt black panel, while the other doors and cut about the transmission of high-gloss black.

Finally, the leather seats are available - black leather, red and gray - with two different interpretations: perforated leather to the center "cannelloni" or braided leather inspired by the 8C Competizione.