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Nissan TEANA 2012

Nissan’s D segment car, the Teana, has received a subtle facelift in Japan. The changes are so extremely subtle that you need a magnifying lens to spot the differences. The easiest to spot are the new alloy wheels and redesigned tail lamps.
The projector lamp on this facelift is picked out of the facelift of the Chinese Teana launched last year. Nissan offers a special Teana Axis bodykit as an option. This bodykit  changes the look of the front grille and bumper. It is designed by a company named AUTECH from Japan
In the new lineup, there is an additional variant called the 250XL sporty selection. This variant comes with redesigned 17-inch alloy wheels, Black interiors, black-tinted grille, leather-trimmed doors, Carwings navigation system, leather-wrapped four-spoke steering wheel, leather-wrapped gear knob, leather seats and side sill protector.
The most important change in the facelift is the display’s shift to white text and the addition of two new body colours, blue steel and pearl white.
The new Nissan Teana comes with two engine choices, a 2.5 litre V6 that makes 182hp/232Nm, and a 3.5 litre V6.
The Teana will not complain if it is endowed with these upgrades here in India. The car is assembled at the Chennai plant with components flown in from Japan. We hope to see the Teana facelift in India during the festive season or early next year.

New rendering of the all-new BMW X5

we bring you a new rendering of the upcoming BMW X5. The test mules of the all-new BMW X5 has been spotted all across Europe and America undergoing rigorous testing for the official debut.
The 2014 BMW X5 (codenamed F15) expected to be revealed at the 2014 Detroit Motor Show.
Here are all the high points of the 2014 BMW X5 -

• The new BMW X5 will be a based on the new ‘X For All’ platform, a modular architecture for all future BMW SUVs.

• The new architecture will help reduce 450 pounds because of light suspension components. The new BMW X5 will weigh around 2,000kg and as a result less powerful engines will also provide adequate firepower.
• The new BMW X5 will not grow in dimension but the interior space will be enhanced thanks to smart packaging. BMW also has plan a more flexible 7 seater variant.
• The design will be on the lines on the new BMW 3 Series with a sportier kidney grille. The new grille will be larger, wider and more imposing than the previous generation. Rectangular exhaust outlets were spotted on some of the test mule.
• The headlights are expected to use the new LED technology.
• The design will feature more 3D layering as seen on BMW’s Vision EfficientDynamics concept.
• Black Panel display, Heads-Up Display, Night Vision, new iDrive system and an adaptive suspension are expected on the new BMW X5.
• The new BMW X5 will also have pedestrian airbags for a better pedestrian safety score in EuroNCAP.

2014 BMW X5 engines

• 2.0-litre four cylinder diesel engine with 245bhp
• 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 with 564bhp for the X5M
• ActiveHybrid variant consisting of a 3.0 litre diesel engine mated to a 109bhp electric motor

The new X5 is expected to be revealed next year but will only be launched in 2014.

7 interesting facts of the upcoming Audi Q2 come into focus

We live in a sort of Renaissance, this age belonging to the automobiles.
New segments are being created, existing segments are revolutionized, and new cars are hitting the scene like pimples popping on a teenager’s face.
This can be credited to vast amount of sales potential in emerging markets, urbanization, saturation levels for traditional bodystyles, changing lifestyles and attitudes, breakthroughs in manufacturing processes and tightening emission standards.
Today we present one prospective car – a mini-crossover in a space Audi has never been present – the Audi Q2 – which Audi India is already finding hard to let go.
CarandDriver brings us a new rendering of the Audi Q2 crossover. This will be Audi’s smallest crossover ever. We have some interesting information at hand of the upcoming sensation:

• Audi Q2 will be based on the A1 hatchback platform (AO platform) and will sit under Audi Q3. Some sources say that it may be based on blend of the A1 and MQB platform.
• The idea behind the Q2 is to offer the practicability of an SUV for congested cities blended with the luxury of Audi.
• It will be offered in front wheel drive architecture. But four-wheeled drive (with an electronic  differential) will be offered as optional for mild off-roading.

The Audi Q2 will be available in five engine options

• 1.4-liter TSI petrol engine rated at 125hp
• 1.4-liter TSI petrol engine rated at 185 hp
• 2.0-liter TDI diesel engine rated at 115hp
• 2.0-liter TDI diesel engine rated at 177 hp
• A super powerful 2.0-liter TDI diesel engine with 220-hp exclusively for the performance version dubbed SQ2.

Power will head to the wheels through 5- or 6- speed manuals or dual-clutch transmissions.
Competition is present in the form of Nissan Juke, Mini Countryman and the upcoming three-door Mini Paceman.
A concept version of the Audi Q2 will be showcased at the upcoming Paris Motor show and it will head to production in 2014.

Amazing Work by D.C.

DC Designs is known to convert  regular humdrum cars into something that can not only get second looks but also polarize opinions of masses. The new project undertaken by DC Designs converts a Tata Winger 8 seater van into a palace fit for a king. The Winger is a rebadged previous generation Renault Trafic van


As one can see from the exteriors, the Tata Winger has gone through a very aggressive transformation.
The Tata Winger Executive Van gets an all-new front and rear fascia, new dual barrel headlamps, new front bumper with incorporated foglamps, and a new hood with a ram air scoop. The side profile reveals sporty alloy wheels. Even the sliding windows have been replaced with fixed ones.
At the rear, we can see new tail lamps and tail gate mounted spare alloy. Overall height of the vehicle has been increased to provide more headroom for the passengers.


The exterior transformation is not even remotely as startling as what’s in store on the inside. The interior has been designed to accommodate just 4 people in utmost comfort instead of 8 in the regular version. The interiors feature:

• Laminated wood accents
• Plush carpeting
• Powered curtains on windows
• Leather seating
• Four powered captain chairs

It is loaded with tech such as

• 26″ LCD televisions
• DVD player
• Two component speakers
• Driver communication intercom
• 12 V refrigerator
• Computer system with wireless keyboard
• Satellite television
• An inverter to run the electricals on board

The total cost of this transformation is unknown but we must say that this is by far one of the best transformations by DC Designs so far.

Impressive design for this Ferrari Xezri Concept, the project by Turin IED graduate Samir Sadikhov that won the 2nd prize at the Ferrari World Design Contest 2011. The Ferrari Xezri by Samir Sadikhov from Azerbaijan is a sportscar inspired by wind for both the aesthetics and the aerodynamics, taking into consideration the principles of “flexible aerodynamics”. “My Ferrari project was an idea of designing a model that a synthesis of its technological knowledge and its sporting experience. This project must be the source of the highest level of technology characterizing a unique car, which is absolutely innovative and represents the quintessence of Ferrari past and present and looks to the Ferrari of the future.”

Force Motors One 4x4

Force has got it right with the One! It’s spacious, offers a gamut of features and a good ride and handling pack. The Daimler sourced 2.2-litre common rail engine with 141bhp on tap is also super smooth and offers ample power and torque. The only thing missing right now is a 4wd system. Come 2012 however the company will be offering a 4WD version of the One. A Borg & Warner system will be deployed where modes can be switched by flicking a button. It will also offer a low ratio combination making it a competent 4x4.

Mercedes-Benz B-class

Mercedes-Benz in India had been waiting for the new B-class to arrive and now that it has, the company will launch it here soon. The B-class now sports a design more matured than before, albeit with signature Mercedes design elements. Interiors have been tweaked to offer better room. First time features on the B include Pre-Safe, Blind Spot and Lane Assist, among others. New direct-injection petrol engines are being offered. This includes a 1.6-litre B180 with 122bhp and the B200 with 156bhp. A 1.8-litre common-rail diesel is planned  which will pump out 109bhp and 136bhp. Transmissions will either be a 7G-DCT dual-clutch or a six-speed manual.

Features

Key Features

• 16" alloy wheels
• Round LED daytime running lights
• Heated exterior mirrors in body colour, electrically adjustable, and integral indicator
• Light Assist with automatic light activation
• Power Driver Seat with Electric Lumbar Support

Interior Feature:

• Active Park Assist
• Audio 20 with 5.8-inch screen and USB
• Matrix-look trim in Black
• Air conditioning
• Multi-functional leather-trimmed steering wheel
• Collision Prevention Assist
• Attention Assist
• Driver’s kneebag
• Electric parking brake
• Seat Comfort Package

BMW New 3-Series Review

The sixth generation of the 3-series adopts the new family face and its extended wheelbase will surely help liberate more space inside – one of the few sore points of the current 3. It also gets a full colour HUD, which displays speed and navigation information. The new 3 now gets the option of an 8-speed automatic across all versions. There are new engines too: for the 320i, there’s a 2-litre turbocharged engine that makes 180bhp. The same engine in the 325i will produce 210bhp and 245bhp in the 328i. The top-of-the-line petrol, the 335i, will get a turbocharged inline six with a staggering 306bhp on tap. Among diesels, there will be a 184bhp 320d, a 204bhp 325d and a 245bhp 330d, all being a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder turbocharged mill. It’s a shame that the six-cylinder diesel is available only on the coupe version of the 3. Start-Stop technology is now standard on the new 3, and one can reasonably expect more EfficientDynamics features on the higher-end variants.

Specs (Speculated)


Engine: 2.0-litre 4-cyl petrol, 2.0-litre 4-cyl diesel, 3.0-litre 6-cyl petrol.

CarWale's Words: The new 3-Series addresses the outgoing model’s shortcomings while getting better at the things it does well – the competition will surely have sleepless nights!

LAND ROVER EVOQUE

British carmaker Land Rover has pulled the wraps off the latest SUV Rover Range Rover Evoque today. Launched just after Diwali, this SUV might not attract many buyers. However, Land Rover Range Rover Evoque priced at Rs 44.75 lakh is so costly that it will cater only to a niche audience who would not wait for suitable timing and just jump on to buy the extremely luxurious Evoque with their open-ended budgets. Such is the hysteria about this sheer luxury SUV in global market that the Range Rover Evoque’s production is sold out for a full one year. This SUV is a robust and powerful avatar by Land Rover unlike its previous cars that did not attract many takers. Evoque is also the lightest, smallest and most efficient Range Rover product in India. Range Rover Evoque will be pitted against the Audi Q7, BMW X5 and Volvo XC90. Land Rover Evoque is launched in coupe and five door SUV body styles. Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will be the only luxury SUV in India to be available in three door guise, thus carving out a distinctive and monopoly market for itself. Evoque will be powered by a 2179 cc diesel engine mated to a six speed automatic gearbox. A more powerful 1999 cc petrol powered Evoque has also seen its dawn. A caboodle of latest safety, security and comfort features are loaded on the Evoque. The Evoque SUV is available in three variants each, Pure, Prestige and Dynamic, for the petrol and diesel engines. The CKD assembly of the Evoque is scheduled to happen in India, in the nearly 12 months. Jaguar-Land Rover has however allotted a limited run of around 50 Evoque cars for the Indian market and it is from these cars that existing bookings will be serviced