2011 Audi Q5 Hybrid Quattro

The Audi Q5 Hybrid Quattro wheelbase measuring 2.81 meters (9.22 ft) provides for a kindly spacious interior. The seats are ergonomically shaped and adaptable in their layout. The angle of the rear seat backs can be attuned, and they can be laid flat very easily – it suffices to function the release catches in the cargo area so that they can be folded down onto the seat cushions. This increases the cargo volume from 460 to 1,480 liters (16.24 – 52.27 cu ft). The lithium-ion battery cells are located in a crash-proof area under the cargo floor, minimizing their impact on the cargo volume.

The Audi Q5 Hybrid Quattro is motorized by a 2.0 TFSI producing 155 kW (211 hp) and an electric motor producing 40 kW (54 hp). This mixture provides for a system output of 180 kW (245 hp). The standard fuel consumption measured according to the NEDC is just 6.9 liters per 100 km (34.09 US mpg). The quattro permanent all-wheel drive system and an agile chassis are an invincible technology package.

The Audi Q5 Hybrid Quattro will be appearing in the fourth quarter of 2011 at a initial price of EUR 53,700.

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2011 Aston Martin V12 Zagato

Featuring a new handcrafted aluminium body, the Aston Martin V12 Zagato delivers a beautiful and muscular design not probable using pre-formed panel techniques. Using the influences and skill of nearly 100 years of heritage in the craft, every aluminium panel was shaped using an English wheel and traditionally crafted body bucks. Each front wing alone comprises seven divide pieces of aluminium, combined and then hand finished to give one flowing form. Another iconic Zagato design cue is the double bubble roof shaped in this case from five divide pieces illustrating further the strength of craftsmanship concerned in the construction of the V12 Zagato.

Designed for the focused driver, the V12 Zagato has been honed with pure driving pleasure in mind. The V12 Zagato combines Aston Martin’s most dynamic bonded aluminium platform with the power of the 6.0-litre V12 engine producing 510 bhp (380 kW / 517 PS), and 570 Nm (420 lb ft) of torque.

The V12 Vantage which forms the basis of the V12 Zagato has been established on the race track as early as 2009 with a class win in its debut race at the 24 hour race at Nürburgring whilst being close to production standard with only necessary safety modifications, reduced weight and re-tuned suspension but no extra aerodynamic enhancements. In 2011 the car has gone on to form the basis of the new Aston Martin GT3 race car unveiled last month.

Aston Martin V12 Zagato specification includes a bonded aluminium platform customized with a bespoke steel roll cage, front and rear double wishbone suspension with fully adaptable Multimatic DSSV Dampers and a 120ltr survival racing fuel tank.

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2011 Gumpert Tornante by Touring

When selecting the partner for the new model’s body design, Gumpert recognised that stylishness is part of the genetic code of Touring Superleggera’s creations. Even more amazingly, the paradigm of elegance was practical by Touring to the race cars too. This characteristic approach was at the basis of many masterpieces, like the 1940 Mille Miglia winner BMW 328 Berlinetta, the Ferrari 166 and 340 and the stirring Alfa Romeo 8C2900. They all were redoubtable race machines with singular grace.

The Gumpert Tornante has the genes of the Gumpert apollo and inherits its imposing V8 biturbo engine. Weighing only 196 kg, the engine plays a major role in ensuring the perfect weight and the fascinating driving dynamics of the Tornante. An angle of 90° flanked by the two cylinder banks is a sign of a classic 8-cylinder engine.

Starting from the pure block from Audi, the engine is a total in-house development. Thus, the manufacturing process contains among others all the moving parts, air and fuel management, turbo chargers, charge air-duct and dry sump lubrication. In the essential version this engine delivers 700 HP. In comparison to the apollo, the configuration will be optimized for the Fast Touring mission. This means more comfort and more fitness for daily use.

Alongside the V8 power unit, an option powered Gumpert Tornante is also planned for 2012.

Gumpert Tornante by Touring features 2-seater sports car with a mid-engine arrangement, chrome-molybdenum steel chassis with an included safety cell, doors and the boot lid open with gull-wings, carbon body, 100 l stainless steel tank behind the passenger cell with included catch tank, long and pushrod-operated double oblique control arm suspension with fully adjustable dampers (front and rear) and anti roll bar in front, ground clearance adaptable between 60 and 140 mm, two circuit ABS brake system with six piston callipers, inside ventilated discs (378 x 32 mm) at front and rear.

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2012 Porsche Cayman S Black Edition

The Porsche Cayman S Black Edition comes with a 3.4-litre flat-six engine tuned to deliver 330 hp. The extra power is shaped at 7,400 rpm (an additional 200 rpm vs the standard car), while the maximum torque remains unaffected at 370Nm at 4,750 rpm. Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is improved by a tenth of a second to 5.1 seconds with the six-speed manual conduction, and to 5.0 seconds with the optional Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK) respectively. With the Launch Control activated on the PDK Sport Chrono package option, acceleration improves further to 4.8 seconds.

The top speed of the Porsche Cayman S Black version is just over one mph faster than that of the Cayman S – 173 mph (279 km/h) with the physical transmission and 172 mph (277 km/h) with PDK. In line with the Porsche Intelligent show principles, fuel consumption of the Porsche Cayman S Black Edition remains the same to that of the standard car, despite the increase in horsepower. The Porsche Cayman S Black Edition with manual transmission returns 29.7mpg Combined, and 30.1mpg joint with PDK. Likewise, CO2 remains 223g/km for the manual and 221g/km for the PDK.

The Porsche Cayman S Black Edition costs from £50,420 (67,807 euro in Germany counting VAT) and is on sale in the UK from September 2011.

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2011 McLaren MP4-12C GT3

The McLaren MP4-12C GT3 is based on the new MP4-12C high-performance sports car and a team of engineers, designers and test drivers with vast experience in Formula 1 and GT racing has been assembled to undertake the procedure of adapting the carbon chassis-based 12C to racing requirement.

McLaren GT plans to debut the new McLaren MP4-12C GT3 at this season’s Blancpain Endurance Series race at Spain’s Circuito de Navarra, followed by Magny-Cours in France and Silverstone in England. As part of the development programme for the 12C GT3, McLaren GT also expects to enter the Total 24 Hours of Spa endurance race.

Under the McLaren Orange skin, the 12C GT3 shares the same 75kg carbon ‘MonoCell’ chassis as the 12C road car. Since the modern McLaren was formed in 1981, the company has used only carbon fibre for the chassis structure of all its road and race cars: it was a natural choice for the heart of the MP4-12C. Lightweight construction and manufacturing modernism through Resin Transfer Moulding was a priority for the engineers and designers responsible for the 12C’s chassis. The result is a road car that, at 1301kg, is the lightest in the ‘core’ sector of the high-performance sports car market.

Just as with the 12C road car, McLaren is working closely with specialist suppliers to deliver an innovative and lightweight car. The 3.8-litre McLaren V8 twin turbo ‘M838T’ engine supplied in the road car also features in the 12C GT3, but de-tuned to 500 PS (from 600 PS) in order to supply optimum power for this performance-balanced race car.

The new McLaren MP4-12C GT3 will feature a exclusive engine calibration, bespoke racing transmission developed in partnership with Ricardo (who also developed the engine with McLaren) and a suspension arrangement tuned specially for racing.

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2011 Hamann BMW 5 Series Touring F11

The refined HAMANN sporty makeover is obtainable in several versions for the BMW 5 Series Touring. The selection starts at the front with a front spoiler lip for the normal Touring, an extra one for vehicles with the M-technology package and a front skirt specially urbanized by HAMANN with four integrated LED daytime running lights and larger air inlets. Sportily-designed side skirts continue the modified appearance right through to the rear. A diffuser-rear skirt with inserts for the four-tailpipe exhaust system, a rear spoiler and a roof spoiler ensure extra downthrust.

HAMANN also offers a choice of light-alloy wheels. Very appropriate for the job is the 21-inch “ANODIZED” EDITION RACE DESIGN. With Its matt black central boss and high-gloss rim, the “ANODIZED” EDITION RACE DESIGN is delivered as a total wheel set with 255/30 ZR21 wheels at the front and 295/25 ZR21 tyres at the back at a price of €8 390.00. In addition there is the “Anniversary Evo” design in 20 or 21-inch rim sizes with a choice of silver or matt black. With progressively-wound suspension springs HAMANN lowers the BMW 5 Series Touring’s centre of seriousness by around 35 mm, which sets off the light-alloy wheels even better.

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2011 Novitec Alfa Romeo 8C Spider

NOVITEC has released a new performance package for Alfa Romeo 8C Spider. Power production of the Alfa Romeo 8C, Coupe and Spider, jumps to 600 hp thanks to a high-tech supercharger system. Top speed grows to 190 mph. In addition, the tuner offers a stainless-steel high-performance exhaust system, a custom-tailored tire/wheel combination with 21- and 22-inch diameters and a height-adjustable sport suspension.

The limited-edition sports car is based on the technology of the Maserati GT. For this reason NOVITEC modified a development by sister company NOVITEC TRIDENTE, which specializes in alteration the models carrying the trident emblem, to the 8C. The high-tech supercharger conversion for the 4.7-liter V8 was customized to fit into the space under the hood of the Alfa Romeo 8C.

The compressor adaptation, which sells for EUR 19,900, boosts power output of the 450-hp stock V8 by 150 hp. The maximum rated power output of 600 hp is available at 7,300 rpm. Peak torque jumps to 434 lb/ft torque at 5,400 rpm. The sprint from rest to 62 mph is abridged to just 3.9 seconds. Top speed increases from standard 180 mph to 190 mph.

While the body of the 8C Coupe or Spider remains unaffected, NOVITEC adds some thrilling highlights to the appearance of the two-seater with three-piece NA3 wheels. To further highlight the wedge-shape design of the 8C, the specialists chose a spread out combination with 21-inch diameter in front and 22 inches on the rear axle. The alloy wheels feature five double spokes and are obtainable in any desired color. In sizes 9×21” and 11.5×22” they fill out the available space in the wheel wells completely. The matching high-performance tires are complete by Formula 1 supplier Pirelli in sizes 255/30 ZR 21 and 315/25 ZR 22.

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2012 Jaguar XKR

Jaguar sports cars have a standing for blending athletic high-performance with easy cruising comfort. Nothing exemplifies this dual character more obviously than the XK’s 5.0-litre AJ-V8 engine.

Now in its third generation this offers not only marvelous power but also great efficiency by incorporating the very latest technology counting spray-guided direct injection (SGDI) and dual independent changeable cam timing (DIVCT). Like the car itself, the engine is constructed from high-grade, lightweight aluminium, which in the cylinder heads is recycled to decrease the environmental impact of manufacture.

All variants of the Jaguar XK use the six-speed ZF automatic gearbox with steering wheel-mounted paddles to manage the Jaguar Sequential Shift function for greater driver control. In the XKR-S the transmission has been revised in line with the augmented power and torque to optimise upshifts and allow for the enlarged top speed.

In the latest Jaguar XKR, the cabin has been revitalized with a host of new trim materials including ebony soft-feel paint for the switches, gloss black finish to the centre cheer up and phosphor blue halo illumination and ambient lighting. New veneers, colour combinations and headlining options allow owners to generate a cabin ambience exactly matching their requirements.

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