Mercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG: the risks and effects of a V8

A sound, which becomes addicted: Before the drug SL 63 AMG protect - if ever - be price or small blemishes. It is available without prescription for 145,240 euros at the Mercedes dealer on risks and side effects read the following Fahrbericht.
At a time when we ask ourselves, what sound setting in most future electric motors and other alternative drives on our roads will ensure, with the picks Mercedes SL 63 AMG to the great shock in terms of engine noise from fossil fuels from the V8 in the 525 bhp Roadster grumbled, bubbles and roars so seductive that the Gasfuß completely independent and instinctively the exhaust concert highlights new conducts.

Sound with addictive potential

The Symphony in SL Minor, Opus 63 is addictive, and if you only have once accustomed, sounds nothing like before. The V8 roar of the mighty 6.3-liter AMG engine sounds when compared to other V8 engines such as would provide a first audiophile CD at an exclusive high-end Dolby surround system to hear (SL 63), and then in a portable CD player from the 80s with ausgeleierten loudspeaker membranes play (other V8).

Other risks and side effects of the drug SL 63 AMG: The price of 145,240 euro, which many people at risk before the drug SL 63 AMG retains. Who is susceptible to the drug, could be to protect against the addiction some flaws in mind. For example, plastic, aluminum where we expected and at first glance even suspected - for example on the flanks of the exclusive roadster. Here Zierblenden indicate with whom you are dealing with. "6.3 AMG" but to ordinary plastic. This also applies to the knob of the air conditioning inside the SL.

Passers: Surprised and excited

But that's also already broadly in line with dissuasive arguments. The maximum would be provided by a plastic bicycle helmet protected convince at the traffic light next to me in the pedals and when driving off-V8, the staccato of my nose rümpft. That is at any rate, what I think of him briefly in the interior mirror perceive, before he was strampelnder point disappears on the horizon.

Those who opposed pleasurably and without fear bicycle helmet mobile enjoys life as a pedestrian or the SL 63 AMG Sound meets, listens rather surprised to enthusiastic. That depends entirely on the previous experience: the most passersby are surprised that there is no such thing on public roads at all there. Few others are written on their faces that they are informed of the existence of such cars knew, but never with a direct encounter have expected.

But no matter: Who is the SL 63 gently away from the traffic lights anfährt, already attracts the attention. Who is also the volume control (or "accelerator" called) aufdreht (or "passage"), does this course even more.

From Airscarf wind up bulkhead

What is the drug SL 63 AMG still on? Exterior looks very sporty potent SL from. Formula 1 leaves greet the sight of the arrow-shaped front apron or the diffuser at the rear. Overall, a consistent mix with the wrinkled quoting the new design language of Mercedes. Inside enjoy the noble ambience driver (Example: leather and carbon), the highest level of comfort (eg Airscarf "called warm air from the head restraints) and sporty driving experience (Example: Exact adjustable seats with plenty of lateral support).

The exit and electrically retractable wind deflector ensures almost no wind at open driven 200 km / h and more. Only the right upper arm reported higher, but still tolerable breeze in the cockpit. Who still open to closed switch wants to do this by pressing a button in 16 seconds Lively.

New 7-speed automatic

Turn the pilot on the AMG paddle. But who for a while the automatic mode of the new 7-speed gearbox has enjoyed, can safely forgo the Paddelei. The automatic transmission, called "Speed Shift MCT" works thanks to multi-clutch technology, transducers, and thus freely without slippage or traction with minimal interruption and switching pauses. The Schaltmodi range from "comfort points" to "particularly sporty" and "manually". Depending on the automatic mode at certain speeds, the gear stage. And the more sporty the mode dial, the shorter the switching times down to 100 milliseconds. As I said: Of course, the course should select the SL 63 AMG is not truly his.

Also enjoyed the pilot of a three ESP, on the electronic damper system ABC (Active Body Control ") or the so-called steering parameters: the servo assistance depends on the speed driven. Motto: The faster, more streamlined. Furthermore, the SL 63 AMG for großgewachsene occupants and plenty of luggage or souvenirs from the tour Roadster: 339 liters summarizes the trunk when the roof was still open at 235 liters driving. And the trick: Even if the roof is stowed in the trunk, you have to be unchecked baggage - that is in such folding roof constructions a notable exception.

Addictive potential in the state

What is still on the drug SL 63 AMG has to say: A side effect is not as bad as feared. In the test with plenty of sound orgies from the two double tailpipes, alternating with a comfortable cruising the average consumption was just under 14 liters. For a car with this performance impressive: 525 hp (386 kW), a torque of 630 Nm at 5.200/min., 0 to 100 km / h in 4.6 s - all this way, with a cylinder capacity not 6,3, but exactly 6208 liters.

At 250 km / h is an end to the tunneling. Power over nothing, because of the addictive powerful SL 63 AMG in the state shortly after the jump. The idle mumbling announced that it is equal to what your ears will give the following sound experiences have far more than the first noise already promised.

Risks and side effects

Conclusion: Most of the risks and side effects of the SL 63 AMG will be happy to purchase. Exceptional purchase price. The preserves most of us before this addiction. Happy Few, however, can the 145,240 euro is not deterred, and then they fail completely as antidotes.

Audi R8 V10 test - Bavarian bull cravings

Car presentations are usually more delicate events. However, if a car like the Audi R8 V10 at the private Ascari Race Resort can be tested, I would like to have the knee wundschrubben to be allowed to be. I had been to many race tracks, Ascari, for me, but still something special. The knee is still healing - and the ten-cylinder engine, I also had no long experience in Marbella begging.
Before we are ecstatic ears against the ten-cylinder stretch, but first we have his name opposite: Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro. Hey, there could be equal to the new Federal Minister of Economics purely set. Its name is similar to many knitted and without emotion. Incidentally, could Karl Theodor Maria Nikolaus Johann Jacob Philipp Franz Joseph Sylvester Freiherr von und zu Guttenberg with the purchase of the new company to boost the economy. Man wants to be modeled.

Heard the study nor the elegant name "Audi R8 LeMans", there is the pure street model of sobriety. His big brother can be heard saying during his race to: Lamborghini Gallardo. Rrrrrr - it has class. But in naming, the Germans were never particularly carmakers creative, but they shone with even more attention to detail.

A special needs detail view of the observer, the differences on his weaker brother V8 evident. Among others are the Sideblades for cooling the engine and the rear brakes to be issued and carry an extra edge. The skirts are also much wider formed the vent grille on the rear window in matt aluminum optic kept.


A feast for the eyes with a V10 FSI engine

Special feast for the eyes is known by a large rear window is V10 FSI engine. Like a painting, the R8 to the viewer's innermost price - in conjunction with the staging Coming-/Leaving-Home-Funktion six LED lights on its technical beauty.

The R8 V10 serially assembled LED headlights bring unexpected lightness to the streets. With a color temperature of 6,000 Kelvin rich, the headlights give an almost taghelles light. It protects the eyes and the wallet, the LEDs will be an almost unlimited lifetime record. However, this seemed to just light a few passers in Marbella properly blinded. The daytime running lights dynamically shaped bundles 24 LEDs in a continuous band.

At the rear of the R8 5.2 FSI quattro dominates high-gloss black. Also the housing of the tail are dark colored - LEDs in tubenförmigen bodies assembled here to create a three-dimensional photograph. The rear air vents also contribute only two Querstege and the exhaust system runs in two powerful, oval tailpipes made. The fully clad underbody flows into a wide-towed to the top diffuser, the rear spoiler runs at 100 km / h from itself. Its inner part is designed so that it is in idle state heat from the exhaust area is derived.

The interior - Audi typical demure, yet sporty

The spacious interior is typical Audi sober and tidy. He looks sporty and offers as an unobtrusive hint of luxury. One encouraging trend is the front of the circuit-mounted MMI operating system. This allows the system to act much more comfortable. Who the racy tone of the tail times entfliegen want is with the Bang & Olufsen sound system operated perfectly.

Pedals, shift paddles, footrests, and skirts are all in aluminum-held optics. The interior can be as individually, for example, with carbon-optics and Alcantara sport seats equipped. In addition, adjustable bucket seats available on the Audi exclusive. Dealing with baggage is similar to a Porsche. 100 liters fit under the bonnet, another 90 liters can easily behind the seats are stowed. Even two golf bags will fit in here.

The horizontal tear-proof cars as a

But enough of them. But we started trying the aggregate. Barely awake, make me the hair on the neck. The sound of a ten-cylinder, even if it by cutting a little subdued, therefore, is simply wonderful unmistakable. Even the leaves start to straighten the neck hairs. Whether the sound now is better than the V8, was open to question. The robust sound of a grumpy Eight cylinder just brings a smile to the lips of a man.

We press the accelerator but to where it feels most comfortable: directly into the floor panel. With full and loud yowl of the R8 is in motion. Just 3.9 seconds pass in the sprint from 0 to 100, another 8.1 seconds to pass before the 200 is cracked. Tears of joy to escape the eyes of angles. There will, of course, Arnie Gouvernator for child and whistles on Mattel Barbie Ken's blunt Cadillac. The tears do not linger long, because the R8 Ballermann moves so well that all the tears just before the ears are dried within seconds. A genuine racing car only allows a horizontal tear.

The values of a super athlete - 5.2 liters - 525 hp - 316 km / h

The powerful engine capacity of 5.2 liters 386kW/525 brings tremendous horsepower to the road. Per liter displacement means 100.9 horsepower. The FSI direct injection in 6500, there rpm satte 530 nm to the tires on. Only when the speed 316 km / h is the super athlete from the breath. Of course, the means of quattro all-wheel drive in the crushed asphalt. This is, however, stressed hecklastig designed. Nevertheless, this provides for optimal progress and also gives the less experienced enough fodder natures, without just around the next tree to wrap.

The V10 engine has a cylinder angle of 90 ° the lowest possible priority. The complete engine weighs only 258 kilograms, only 31 kilos more than the V8. The power to weight ratio of 1,620-kilogram high-performance sports car is 3.09 pounds per hp. The V8 drag compared 3.8 kg / hp with it. The axle load distribution is a mid-engine sports optimum axle load distribution of 44 to 56 percent.

The switching between the versions tastes. The R-Tronic switch in manual mode switching paddles extremely tough and gruff. The six-speed manual transmission is in my eyes the better choice, it gives the driver more feel in control. However annoying after some time - initially perceived as a particularly cool - metal Klacker insert the aisles. However, the Divine Zwischengassound the return of the R-Tronic. The "Launch Control", both in the switch as well as in the R-Tronic integrated, it catapults the R8 like lossprinten.

Again, totally come next is the automatic mode in everyday traffic. Much too slow to respond to the automatic unequivocal "I want to overtake, so now kindly scolded and put rubber down, you play" commands. In fact, here may be personal taste decide. Both variations have their charm.

Ascari Race Resort - Trip to the Racetrack

Unfortunately, it is believed the Spanish weather on this day not quite so well with us. A cat-and-mouse game between sunshine and rain clouds, spoils one's mood, the R8 really extended. Particularly galling is that, because the mountainous areas towards Rhonda fun bring. But even on wet roads capable of Audi, thanks to its quattro drive, with its excellent traction advantages, inspiring.

Finally arrived in consecrated Ascari Race Resort, which has been of two Formula 1 World Champion Fernando Alonso as one of the most challenging routes in the world was knighted, the pulse rises. Only a few minutes. Helmet set. Electronics via a long press of a button disable. The man with the flag, he should finally give the go. And they're there. I give full throttle. The R8 briefly scrubbing with all four 19 Zöller on the damp asphalt. No sooner he gets Grip, obsessed as he pulls away.

I am leaving the switch, play the gear shift with the gas. The tunnels flood chen exactly pure. Harkt Nothing, nothing moves. This raises confidence and the more focused view of the racetrack. By pressing the "magnetic ride" button changes the gear in the tight sports mode. After the first round it is prudent now even faster. More and more I try to explore boundaries of R8. The optional ceramic brakes leave me every braking point inexorably feel so hard to pack them.

The Audi R8 V10 shows its good-natured side

At a starting tight curve it caught me almost. I Kuppler too late, the rear end threatens to wet the surface being. But hardly sits the corridor, already is in the gentle Powerslide around the curve. Herrlich, how easy the car around the curve drifts. No question, this would have me driving in a Porsche GT2 equally strong a friendly Dreher tasted the grass - and the applause of colleagues gloating about equal. The R8, but can be carefully re-capture, provided you keep the peace and respond quickly.

Lamborghini Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce: The new king of the bulls

Lamborghini goes further into the extremes and presents the Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce the new king of the bulls: even stronger, is lighter and faster. With the increase to 670 hp power of 6.5 liters huge V12 engine and a weight of 100 kilograms reached the Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce a performance weight of only 2.3 kilograms per hp. This catapulted the classy Italians in just 3.2 seconds from standstill to 100 and reaches a top speed of 342 km / h. Due to its design shows clearly sharpened each copy to 350 copies of this limited series of potential at first glance.
Design and Aerodynamics

The Murciélago is a icon of the Lamborghini brand represents - a sporting device of Martial character and brutal force. Its unique design emits a unique form: broad, low, with much attention to the front cabin and a long, tense back. But even this character can still sharpen. This already shows the first impression of the completely redesigned front end.

The far-forward and pulled in matt black carbon spoiler is executed by two vertical bars with the front end connected. The large air intakes for the front brakes are more stressed, while the makers of the new front fenders for additional air brakes bleed placed. As the side skirts, painted Lamborghini Anströmöffnung for the oil cooler in the sill area of the driver's side in Matt Black.

Even more significant are the modifications to the engine compartment of the powerful Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce. That's what the twelve-cylinder with a transparent engine hood in a completely new architecture: Hexagonal plastic sheets are made of transparent polycarbonate in three stages in a frame made of carbon used. For the thermal health of the high-performance engine continued to comb the Lamborghini to the rear open.

The impressive rear of the Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce is dominated by a truly impressive, flat and very wide of the tailpipe exhaust system, and at the bottom of a two-diffuser system, which is completely in carbon fiber is manufactured. The tail lights with their lights in the Y-shape, since the Murciélago LP 640, Reventón Gallardo LP 560-4, and notes the Lamborghini design belongs.

Carbon is also the aperture between the lights. Below covers a large mesh venting from the rear, the Italians in the thick-walled aluminum exported - the hexagonal patterns are laser cut, a Teflon coating provides the necessary heat.
Completely re-designed the aerodynamics of the Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce. In addition to the enlarged front and dual rear diffuser, the fixed rear spoiler an important role to play. The customer has the choice between two versions: In the small rear spoiler to improve the contact pressure at high speeds.

Alternatively, the "Aeropack Wing" mounted. It is a large, fixed carbon-fiber wing on two carbon fiber supports. The new aerodynamic benefits directional stability at high speeds significantly. With the small standard rear wing is the maximum speed of 342 km / h, with the big "Aeropack Wing" and the additional down force, it is 337 km / h top.

Bodywork and lightweight

The Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce emerged in lightweight construction. Thus, the structure of Lamborghini super sports car - like a race car - in a mixed design of high-strength carbon fiber parts and a steel tube frame. Central tunnel and floor are made of carbon, bonded and riveted to the steel frame. The roof and the Türaußenseiten is formed from sheet steel. The rest of the shell consists of carbon fiber composite material.

Through a new, high-strength steel for the pipes and a recalculation, Lamborghini achieved two goals: It is the torsional rigidity of the chassis by 12 percent, resulting in an even more precise driving sprübar makes. On the other hand, the Italians were the weight by 20 kilograms costs.

Consistent lightweight construction also runs through the entire body, the fenders, the rear side panels and the perimeter of the third stop in a modified carbon-fiber material - together with the removal of the drive for the movable spoiler brings another 13 kilogram reduction. Among the 33 kilogram weight reduction from the chassis and add exterior, 34 kilograms from the interior, and a further 33 kilograms, in the engine and drivetrain have been saved.

Engine and transmission

The longitudinally-built V12 engine with 6.5 liter engine with 670 horsepower delivers an even more times to 30 hp more power than the Murciélago LP 640th The enormous torque of 660 Nm, the twelve-cylinder lift at 6500 rpm at the crankshaft, while the rated power at 8,000 rpm is applied. If the engine requires more cooling air, drive stacks from the rear roof pillars, in sleep, they are flush in the body integrated.
A dry-sump lubrication allows the V12 in favor of the dynamic handling extremely deep must be installed. Furthermore, the dry sump lubrication also in extreme situations, vehicle dynamics a secure oil supply. The oil cooler sits in the left flank and wagon through the opening in the side sills with air.

A weight loss of over 26 kilograms in the area of the engine was mainly due to the completely new exhaust system. The silencer has been re-designed and even the powerful tailpipes of the Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce thanks to new materials is easier than the Murciélago LP 640th Above all, however, the new exhaust system for an acoustic experience that the vehicle in no way should be.
Mass is the Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce the sequential automated gearbox e.gear, in which an electric hydraulic gear shift, the extremely fast and smooth worried. A display in the cockpit informs the driver via the gear used. In addition to a special "Corsa" mode, there is a "Low Adherence" (low adhesion)-mode. Alternatively, and at no extra charge, the Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce with a manual six-speed available.

All-wheel drive and chassis

His extreme force brings the Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce on a permanent four-wheel drive on the street. Before the rear wheels durchdrehen, sends the Visco clutch on an additional wave of up to 35 percent of the moments at the front axle. With its four driven wheels and the improved traction of the Murciélago secures the throttle at the end of a curve, the decisive advantage over rear-driven sports cars. 58 percent of its total weight is on the rear axle - a distribution which is very favorable to the traction effect.

Prior obstacles, such as garage entrances, you can watch the front car with the standard lift system to raise by 45 millimeters. The Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce to pay the special forged aluminum lightweight wheels "Ares", designed in an exclusive five double-spoke design. The front tires are 245/35 the format, the dimension of the rear 335/30. Especially handy sport type tires Pirelli P Zero Corsa is standard.

Four-wheel brakes, from a high-tech ABS controlled, if necessary, provide for a delay with extreme violence. The carbon-ceramic brakes are larger channels in the body from cooling airstream coated, openings in the front fenders make the Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce for additional ventilation. In addition, the ceramic discs easier to remain free from fading and achieve high mileage.
Interior and Equipment

The upward opening doors - a solution that Lamborghini early 1970s for the legendary Countach developed - can unlock the door to small, swinging wide and open view of the sumptuous interiors of the Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce. The interior is dominated, as well as carbon fiber and Alcantara create an equally high quality as sporty puristic ambience.

Sport bucket seats with a particularly intensive support in the hip and shoulder area, there are ex works. The seat shells made from lighter and Lamborghini stable carbon. As an option, the standard of the Murciélago seats available at no extra charge.
In black Alcantara microfibre Lamborghini covered the seats, the cockpit and the inner sky. Optical shows the mesh refinement in the Y-pattern seats and sky, here is a second material in the color of the exterior paintwork untergelegt. Of course, the interior also provides its contribution to weight loss: How are the carbon Türinnenseiten disguises, as well as the broad resources tunnel.

The use of Alcantara leather instead saves further weight, as well as the choice of the sports bucket seats, or the waiver of the radio-navigation system (available on special request). Finally, the music of the Murciélagos in the engine. Overall, the changes in the cockpit of more than 34 kilograms of "diet" of the Murciélago LP SuperVeloce at 670-4.

Available is the Murciélago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce in the paint colors "Giallo Orion, Arancio Atlas," "Bianco Isis, Grigio Telesto," Nero Aldebaran, "to" Bianco Canopus (matt white) and "Nero Nemesis ( Matt Black).

Aston Martin DBS Volante: Die 307 km/h schnelle V12-Offenbarung

The Aston Martin DBS already offers pure performance like in a street racing approved. Between the elegant DB9 and the racing DBR9 located, is now with the DBS Volante, the ultimate open-air experience added. The open version of the 517 bhp and over 300 km / h fast sports car celebrates its world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show (05.03.2009 - 15.03.2009) and is from the third quarter of 2009 on the market.

Design: Muscular packed elegance

Aston Martin describes the term "Volante" as "with a slight movement speed." Even visually, the DBS Volante wrapped his muscular sports genes. The 2 +2- seater stands out liquid, but hard lines. No question, the new DBS Volante is elegant, but the front with large air intakes, additional air ducts for cooling of the brakes as well as sophisticated sideskirts already indicate suggests that the Aston Martin DBS Volante an aerodynamically optimized power package with high performance.

Air vents in the bonnet ensure a more efficient engine and emphasize the athletic appearance. A flat underbody, into the integrated rear spoiler and a rear diffuser, the two exhaust tailpipes of the sports facility is home to reduce the boost and optimize the aerodynamics in addition. The fabric hood keeps the silhouette of the coupe, and nearly disappears at speeds up to 48 km / h electrically by pressing a button in just 14 seconds nearly invisible in the coverage.

Although the British to achieve a higher stiffness to the aluminum frame reinforced, weighs the 4721 meters long, with mirrors 2060-meter wide and 1280 meters high, Aston Martin DBS Volante only 1,810 kilograms. Thanks to lightweight construction and the experience gained in motorsports to slimming, it is only 115 kilograms more than the Coupé (1,695 kilograms). How come when Volante, inter alia, a bonnet, a trunk lid, a diffuser and front wing made of carbon are used.

Power: 517 bhp V12 power

Under the hood of the Aston Martin DBS Volante is proposing a large 6.0 liter V12 engine with 517 hp at 6,500 rpm. The maximum torque of 570 Nm is located at 5750 U / min. With this power source that the DBS Volante sprint in 4.3 seconds from standstill to 100 and ended only when his driving 307 km / h. From 1.500 tours are already 85 percent of the maximum torque available.

The transmission is via a manual 6-speed gearbox, while a power differential, the better to the road transfer. Optional is an automatic 6-speed Touch Tronic available, via the switch on the steering wheel paddles operate it. The push-button activated "Sport" mode and responds even more directly with the best focus on the accelerator pedal, to get the maximum out of it and also the sound of the sport exhaust system to show.

Chassis: From sporty and comfortable to streamline track mode

The chassis adapts itself thanks to an adaptive damper system (ADS) quickly the condition of the roadway and the driving style in order to increase the comfort, but the sporty character is still maintained. It was the driver the option of different damper settings to choose. For use on the racetrack Aston Martin has developed a "track" mode with a very tight vote.

Contact with the asphalt keep wheels in the dimensions 8.5 x20-inch (front axle) with tires in size 245/35 and 11x19-inch (rear) with 295/30er-Breitreifen. Optionally, there is even lighter in the 20-inch 10-spoke design with a silver or graphite-colored finish, the passing and handling by reduced masses continue to improve.

In the wheels there is a carbon-ceramic brakes, which also intensified the burdens race-pace relaxed journeys, remain free from corrosion and 12.5 kg of weight compared to a conventional braking system should be saved: Six piston front and four piston rear grab the slices involved in the front axle 398 millimeters in diameter and the rear 360 millimeters.

In addition, the driver a dynamic stability control (DSC) in the standard mode is activated. After the DSC button for two seconds pressed, switches the system to "track" mode, so that the control only very late in and the driver continued to limit his herantasten can. Completely switch off the stability control by pressing the button for four seconds. An anti-lock braking system (ABS), electronic brake force distribution (EBD), a brake assistant (EBA) and traction control round out the measures.

Interior: Luxury with extensive facilities

While the Aston Martin DBS Coupe as a pure two-seater was designed, it is the Volante is a 2 +2- seater. On the rear seats can be found, for example, children or additional luggage space. Inside, meanwhile, dominated the finest leather and aluminum applications. For an additional charge, there is also a trim in "Piano Black". The door handles are made of carbon, in order to save additional weight and Fußteppiche picked up from the makers of an extra light fiber, so that again a few kilograms could be saved.

The sport seats with memory function can be electrically adjusting and are equipped with a seat which. The well-being on board also enrich inter alia, climate control, an onboard computer, a disk-navigation system, a heated and electrically adjustable exterior mirrors. An alarm system, an immobilizer and a tire pressure monitoring system are other features dar. The parking at the front and rear is just as standard as the wind deflector.

For entertainment, the factory makes extra for Aston Martin Audio System developed specifically for the concerted Volante "BeoSound DBS by Bang & Olufsen with 13 speakers, an integrated Apple iPod connector and a USB interface for playback of MP3, WMA and WAF files. In the list of options such as personalized Einstiegsleisten, an ashtray, a cigarette lighter, an advanced alarm system and an interior mirror abblendbarer.

Motorsports atmosphere provides the aluminum pedals, the driver will certainly force will occur. For safety in driver and passenger front airbags and side airbags and emergency extendable rollover bar, which are located in the rear scoops behind the hide.

RUF Dakara: If the Porsche Cayenne with 911er ...

Now there is of the new RUF Dakara an off-road athlete, his muscles can really play. Based on the development of the Porsche Cayenne Turbo V8 engine of Dakaras full 600 hp at 6,000 tours and breathtaking torque of 890 Nm at 3,000 rpm input. To accelerate the ship from the thick stand in just 4.8 seconds to 100 km / h. Not least because of the design of the Dakaras, RUF is able to fulfill the requirements for an "Ultimate High Luxury SUV 'needs.

Even the headlights of the Porsche 911 RUF Dakara give the face a sports car, while the fenders issued with the 22-inch wheels in a 5-spoke design the SUV appear to be powerful. A powerful front apron with large air intakes, points to the power under the hood out. Other details, such as the ventilation slots at the end of the bonnet, reminiscent of Elfer models.

Not less athletic are the new side sills and linings are also massive rear bumper with a diffuser. Remarkable are also the air next to the rear and the opulent rear spoiler, the required downforce for the brawny power of the package provides. His spot will be the RUF Dakara rather than on the road in the terrain can be found. To fit the makers, the chassis and the brakes to the high requirements.

The interior is marked by a blue footwell lighting, and a two-tone leather upholstery, the finest materials and a new seat design that. A high-end multimedia system with TV, Internet access and CD-/DVD-Wechsler meets the highest technical standards. To the metropolitan area around the eye not to lose, such as during parking, the RUF Dakara equips the front and rear cameras.

BMW Alpina B7 Biturbo: A symbiosis of luxury and sportiness

With the new BMW Alpina B7 Alpina Biturbo presents its fourth generation on the basis of the BMW 7 series. With prominent predecessors, such as the B12 6.0 and B7, ALPINA continued in the past standards in the luxury class. New and interpreted in all respects in accordance with time, combines the powerful 507 hp Biturbo B7 exclusivity, comfort and sportiness.

Design: Stylish and evolutionary in detail

Dynamic, graceful and powerful at the same time, the BMW Alpina B7 Biturbo. The typical Alpina front integrated true to the motto "Form Follows Function" for the fresh air supply from the divested Hauptkühlpaket gear and engine oil cooler. Clearly aerodynamically oriented interests follows the shape of the front and rear spoilers, the lift at the front and rear axle by more than 30 percent or 15 percent. Left and right lead twin tailpipes of the exhaust system seamlessly into the flow-optimized rear and are a testimony to the potency of B7 Biturbo.

Significantly influence the design of the new 21-inch wheels in Design "Alpina Classic. The three-dimensional momentum of a turbine-like spokes design leads the 20-spoke wheels from the middle to the rim, in whose area the spokes connecting surfaces are frontkopiert. Thus, depending on the perspective of the viewer, light and speed, a constantly changing appearance of these classic bikes.

Drive: First class in performance and consumption

The Bi-Turbo model name now adorns the rear of the new big BMW Alpina sedan and promises to the predecessor models, an even more powerful, high torque at the same time, lower power consumption. At the top, draws the V8 engine with a cylinder capacity 4395 cc power of 507 hp rich in moderate 5,500 rpm and a maximum torque of 700 Nm, between 3,000 4,750 rpm is applied.

The BMW ALPINA B7 Biturbo accelerates effortlessly from low speeds is already sovereign. So the B7 Biturbo sprint in just 4.7 seconds from standstill to 100, then with vehement push the electronically limited top speed of 280 km / h to reach. A new exhaust system made of stainless steel, with two polished twin tailpipes leads, delivers the deep sonorous Alpina known, but not intrusive V8 sound.

The engine with gasoline direct injection, the exhaust emission standard EU5 fulfilled, confident in the high power output with relatively low consumption: 11.9 liters per 100 kilometers, which corresponds to a CO2 emission of 286 g / km.

Power is the automatic 6-speed Switch-Tronic by Alpina and offers the driver - thanks to sport and manual mode - a switching characteristics for every taste. In particular, in manual mode, in which the driver via buttons on the steering wheel back even switching events conducted, should the gearbox zugunterbrechungsfreie switching operations in a few hundred milliseconds to prove what those of a double-clutch gearbox in no way stand.

Even if the full torque of the BMW Alpina B7 Biturbo much reason to hurry nature rarely adjoins the lush dimensioned high-performance braking system with ventilated brake discs and a diameter of 374 millimeters in front and 370 millimeters rear allow delay values at the level of pure sports cars.

Chassis impressively versatile

Long gone is the time to the "hardness sporting" a vaunted suspension properties. Still shows that a clear interpretation on a clearly neutral driving the best of what is technically feasible represents. This is supported by the at the front axle by 15 millimeters and the rear axle by 10 millimeters deeper lying body with a correspondingly shorter and in their characteristic re-tuned springs realized.

Together with the 21 inch wheel / tire combination to succeed in a sensitive, direct-acting chassis tuning, the hardness of a pure sport lacks votes while the agile handling of a middle-class sports sedan provides. The lightweight rims Alpina chose targeted front 8.56 x 21 inches with tires in size 245/35 and rear in 10 x 21 inches and tires of the dimension 285/30. The compound of Michelin Tires waives Runflat technology and uses a subtle vote komfortfördernden the finesse of a conventional tire.

The standard chassis with electronic damping control of a dynamic and active roll stabilization allows the driver driving through the setting of the switch chassis in three stages: Comfort, Normal and Sport. Those aware of a concerted and significant spread of the driver resolvable setting the damper and the roll stabilization is associated with a change of all the driving dynamics influencing parameters, such as Steering, and load Gaspedalkennlinie shock attenuation.

The BMW ALPINA B7 Bi-Turbo offers the driver a high degree of versatility and supplies for the long-desired comfort as well as for roads expected sportsmanship and a high degree of enjoyment. Even the exploration of the border area is particularly experienced drivers do not deny: the "sport plus" setting will automatically turn the systems into an enlarged DSC mode called Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), the more slip on the drive wheels and a subsequent intervention of the control systems possible.

Luxurious interior noble in detail

When you start taking immediately the blue-lit bar in the initial design Alpina true. The steering wheel with a diameter of 385 millimeters, with the finest, griffsympathischem Lavalina leather by hand. In view of the driver shows with blue dials and red pointers-equipped instrument in combi-LCD technology is always the most important information.
The classic Alpina-precious equipment in myrtle, an exclusive root burl from the genus of the laurel plants, exclusively on the Pacific coast of the United States occurs, provides warm ambience. New, available for a surcharge piano bars in the interior with silver diamond applications offer a modern alternative.

Discreet Alpina emblems adorn metal while the comfort seats with leather upholstery, which in the extensive standard equipment as well as the metallic coating or a navigation system with Bluetooth mobile phone preparation may not be missing. The engine bears the signature of Alpina tidy and presents itself with a newly designed engine cover.

Lamborghini Murciélago LP 650-4 Roadster: Extravagant Special Edition

With the new Lamborghini Murciélago LP 650-4 Roadster is one of the most intriguing super sports now in a limited edition of 50 units of Special Edition. As the name suggests, gets the Murciélago LP 650-4 Roadster big a 6.5 liter V12 engine with a 10 hp to 650 hp increase in engine power, the special model reserved. The maximum torque is 660 Nm enormous. The "4" in the model designation is moving to the permanent four-wheel drive.

With this power equipped, catapulted the exclusive roadster in just 3.4 seconds from standstill to pace 100th The jacking of the special model ends at a maximum speed of 330 km / h. Serially equips the Lamborghini Murciélago LP 650-4 Roadster with sequential e.gear circuit using one of the electric hydraulic gear change extremely fast and smooth worried.

The vehicles of the limited Special Edition will be in the gray hue "Grigio Telesto" painted, combined with a bright orange "Arancio LP650-4" on front and side skirts. The car mounted on the "LP 650-4" logo has increased while the power out. Special features are also the braking also painted orange and the transparent engine cover, which the powerful V12 engine behind the driver in the scene represents.

In the interior falls apart over the exterior color scheme of gray-orange "asymmetrically-designed the instrument panel into the eye on the driver's side panels are in" Alcantara Nera "draped on the side of the copilot dominated thin, black leather in" Nero Perseus ".

Abt Audi AS5-R: Strong as a super sports car

The sporting spirit of the Audi A5 coupe abbot awoke in the summer of 2007 and presented a dynamic Nobly athlete with an extravagant look. Now comes the coronation with the AS5-R, with the power of a true super sports car is equipped. By changing the engine management and a compressor increases the power to 510 PS breathtaking.

Thus equipped, accelerates the Audi Abt AS5-R in just 4.5 seconds from standstill to 100 km / h and moves by force up to a maximum speed of 292 km / h. Despite this enormous power consumption will increase and thus also the pollutant emissions on the series level. The CO2 emissions per horsepower therefore fall from 0.81 to 0.56 g / km, ergo, the entire CO2 emissions of the Abt AS5-R total of 287 g / km, in the series are 288 g / km in the Audi S5 .

The new suit fits like a glove: During the modified front spoiler and the grille, the distinctive game to fog stresses outline fender vents kiemenförmige Stakes and the flanks of the Abt Audi AS5-R. The well-rear in diffuser optics shows while with the 4-pipe rear silencer that wheeled model athlete is more than "just" a nice car.

As a complement, there is Abt Sportsline of the so-called BR-rim in 20 inch. In the wheel hides an enormous force on the braking system tuned with 380 millimeter disc diameter. A coilover suspension also helps the performance potential on the road to bring.

Mercedes-Benz AMG SLS: A legend returns as a super sports car back

With the Mercedes-Benz AMG SLS sees a new super sports car the light of the world. It is the first vehicle developed independently of the performance brand of Mercedes-Benz. The SLS is the myth of the legendary Mercedes-Benz 300 SL from the 1950s to revive, as the legendary Ur-father of the SL-series is. Special features were the characteristic wing doors, the two power domes on the long bonnet and the gill-like air in the front fenders and we may be curious as to how this classic AMG features the SLS at the present time interpreted.

While the optics are not yet much to be seen, the first technical details now known. Already the Technology Package makes the ears sit up with excitement: aluminum spaceframe body with wing doors, a big 6.3 liter V8 with a front mid-engine 571 hp, a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox in the transaxle arrangement and a sport suspension. The ideal weight distribution of 48 to 52 percent between the front and rear axle and the vehicle deep emphasis emphasize the uncompromising sports car concept further.

The design and development phase for the new super sports car launched in the last quarter of 2006. By the end of 2009, the vehicle testing will be completed. In spring 2010, the reinterpretation of the legendary Flügeltürers finally celebrate their launch.
Consequently, thanks to lightweight aluminum

The radical design of highly talented as driving super sports cars with wide and deep placed behind the front mid-engine provides the same proportions as the lightweight optimized bodyshell concept: presenting the first Mercedes-Benz and AMG is a car with the chassis and body are made of aluminum. This provides over traditional steel construction for a significant weight savings, as a glance at the desired DIN unladen weight of 1,620 kg without driver shows.

The completely newly developed carcass consists of an aluminum spaceframe. This exclusive design combines light weight with high strength, an uncompromising driving dynamics possible. Of course meets the aluminum space frame with all the requirements in terms of passive safety. Despite the low seating position allow the far-sih-opening doors provide convenient entry and exit.

Further developed AMG 6.3-liter V8 engine with 571 hp

The refined 6.3-liter V8 engine from AMG implements a maximum 571 hp at 6,800 rpm. In conjunction with its low vehicle weight is calculated as a power weight of 2.84 kilograms / horsepower. The maximum torque of 650 Nm achieved the eight-cylinder naturally aspirated engine at 4750 rpm. From 0 to 100 km / h accelerates the Hinged doors in just 3.8 seconds and finished his jacking expected only at 315 km / h. The intern called M159 High Speed V8 engine with an engine capacity of 6208 cc was compared with the M156-based engine completely revised.

Complex catalyst technology enables the performance of current and future exhaust emissions limits such as EU 5, LEV 2 and ULEV. Thanks to selective use of efficiency measures, the combined fuel consumption of the Mercedes-Benz AMG SLS is expected at around 13 liters Super Plus per 100 kilometers lie.

The most important measures to improve performance are a new intake manifold, the revision of the valve train and camshaft, the use of flow-optimized Stahlrohrfächerkrümmer dethrottling and the exhaust system dar. This approach has significantly improved cylinder filling reached, which causes an increase in performance.

The eight-cylinder to be agile to respond and pedal movements over the entire rpm range a more joy show strong rotation. With the shift to a dry sump lubrication maker reached a significantly lower position of the engine fitted in the vehicle. The resulting lowering of the vehicle gravity allows high transverse and strong driving dynamics.

Double-clutch gearbox in the transaxle arrangement

His exuberant strength of the V8 engine on a lightweight carbon driveshaft to the rear axle forward - similar to the C-Class DTM Renntourenwagen. The gear has its place in the rear axle (transaxle principle) and is about a so-called "Torque Tube" is fixed to the motor housing. The Torque Tube (Engl. "Torque = Torque," Tube "tube =) rotates a carbon shaft with engine speed. The advantages of this costly solution is the rigid connection between engine and gearbox and the optimum support of the emerging forces and moments.

For the transmission is a new dual-clutch gearbox with seven gears responsibility. The transmission is characterized by fast switching operations without interruption of tractive force. The drivers are four different Fahrprogramme of extremely comfortable to sporty and a Race Start function. Optimum traction while allowing the mechanical, in the compact gearbox integrated differential lock.

The chosen solution plus front mid-engine Transaxle layout provides an ideal weight distribution of 48 percent front to 52 percent rear. Through the installation position of the engine behind the front axle are the best conditions for a perfect driving dynamics with precise Einlenkverhalten, agility class, low inertia in the direction of spontaneous changes and excellent traction given. As standard, the Hinged door on a 3-stage ESP. The driver can also touch the three modes: "ESP On", "ESP Sport" and "ESP Off" is available.

In "ESP On" is specified when starting an unstable driving braking intervention at one or more wheels and a withdrawal of the engine torque. In "ESP Sport" allow the over-or under control interventions as well as the accompanying engine torque intervention higher driving conditions, such as the drift angle. Is "ESP Off" is activated, driving, no interference.

Ceramic composite brakes, and weight-optimized wheel

Shortest stopping distances even with the enormous burden promises high-performance braking system in composite technology. Optionally, there is a ceramic-composite brake system with larger dimensioned brake discs, for less unsprung masses and more braking performance guarantee. The ceramic brake discs are due to their higher hardness on an even higher temperature and also bribe her by about 40 percent lower weight.

Lightweight stand even with the wheels in Focus: Weight-optimized AMG light-alloy wheels in 9.5 x 19 inch front and 11.0 x 20 inch rear reduce unsprung mass and improve driving dynamics and suspension comfort. Exclusively developed for the AMG tires 265/35 R 19 (front) and 295/30 R 20 (rear) while ensuring the best grip.

Lexmaul Opel GT Stage 4: Porsche Boxster is Punshing Ball

Love Zuffenhausen give finely eight, the Sydney have spawned a competitor. This is the basis of the two-seater as the Opel GT is, but really only came into force Rödermark by tuner Lexmaul under the long hood. The horror of all the Porsche Boxster is now with the 4-Stage Lexmaul performance enhancers available.

The performance of the Lexmaul Opel GT Stage 4 after the procedure is superior. Under the hood lurks then attacked lustige 350 hp, with a wave of torque to 500 Nm in front hertreiben. Thus the Roadster sprints from Lexmaul in 5.4 seconds to 100 and reaches a top speed of over 253 km / h. Thus, the Boxster on the highway to Punshing-ball for the significantly lower elementary athletes.

Just for comparison: the new Porsche Boxster is required for the sprint from 0 to 100 km / h 5.9 seconds total. The classic sprint moves the Lexmaul Opel GT Stage 4 at the level of biting Boxster S, the pace of 100 to 5.3 seconds passed.

On the package of Lexmaul addition of software modification using PPC system to a new turbocharger, a larger intercooler, 3 inch Downpipe with large Sportkat and a MAP kit. Enhanced oil and water hoses complete the set. Using the PPC device can be operated with a push of a button on the diagnosis of a new software interface to the engine controller to play. The rear armor, or an update of the software works just as easy.

Customers who already have a 1-stage increase in performance from standard 264 hp to 312 hp on the PPC-system was performed, however, can be 650 euros on the Stage 4-the price of 3999 Euro sparen. Since these customers already in possession of the programming device, is there only a software update for the new engine peripherals needed.

In order for the newly configured engine's full performance potential, is a stainless steel sport exhaust system with two tailpipes at the price 599 euros required. The robust, not too intrusive sound of Lexmaul sport exhaust system knows to convince a sonorous sound in a stationary position, robust sound when accelerating and comfortable restraint of constant travel speed.

Without the everyday practicality to give Lexmaul takes 279 Euro for the Opel GT with lowering springs 25 millimeters closer to the asphalt, resulting in handling and optics makes a positive impact. The suspension characteristics ensures good traction and leads, combined with reduced curl and a high dynamic load capacity to a total well-balanced handling.

TechArt Porsche Cayenne Diesel: The self-ignition of the spark jumps over

Porsche's new ground and transplanted in a Cayenne V6 turbo-diesel for his campaign to reduce the fuel consumption consistently continue. The new model has these days on the market and already presents Porsche tuner TechArt at the Geneva Motor Show (05.03.2009 - 15.03.2009) the individual performance for the new drive.

The individualisation of TechArt program emphasizes the character of the SUVs. To characterize elegance and sporty dynamics of the striking appearance with the TechArt Aerokit I equipped self igniter. Demonstrated strength and rapidity of the refined diesel Cayenne by agile design of the new front spoiler with an integrated headlight unit.

Aerodynamic side skirts and an aesthetically modeled with an integrated rear bumper diffuser and new tailpipes in Doppelovaldesign highlight the dynamic character of the Porsche Cayenne Diesel to show. Furthermore, promises of improved roof spoiler a striking appearance with a lower CW value. Headlamps and tail lamps round out the aperture measures.

For the sporty road holding TechArt lowers the car body through the air suspension module "sport" from. For the road to make contact either the TechArt-alloy wheels of the type "Formula" in 10 x 21 inches with 295/35 tires in the size or design "Formula II" in 10 x 22 inches and 295/30er-Breitreifen. By langgeschwungene spokes allow the Formula wheels improved Radhausentlüftung and look at the brakes.

In the circular interior trims in fine lacquer or noble carbon style. Through a high-quality materials and precision manufacturing TechArt wants more points, so many exclusive accessories in the option list and the interior of the Porsche Cayenne Diesel a special touch.

Sporty and luxurious accents, inter alia, an ergonomically shaped 3-spoke airbag sports steering wheel, the pedals and footrests with initial strips of aluminum, as well as the contrasting decorative stitching in white, through the black-held seats, the dashboard and center console out.

Wiesmann Roadster MF4-S: Strong wind with a new look

Wiesmann completes its range of open sports car with the new Roadster MF4 upwards of its world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show (05.03.2009 - 15.03.2009) celebrates. The completely new vehicle will be the classics, the Wiesmann MF3 Roadster, and comes complete with two engines on the market. The stronger MF4-S makes 420 hp and lush is 300 km / h fast. All essential parts of body and chassis have been developed.

The design of the hand-built Roadster MF4 shows his independence and still fits seamlessly into the Wiesmann model pallets. The body of the 4.24 meter long, 1.88 meters wide and 1.23 meters high two-seater with a wheelbase of 2507 meters, consists of glass fiber reinforced composite. Underneath is an aluminum monocoque.

The timeless language of form, starting from MF3 Roadster developed, shows a clear, gently curving lines. Wiesmann A typical radiator grille with round-xenon headlamps dominate the front, while striking lines on the side of the agile character. The crisp, zestful rearward sloping rear end with twin stainless steel exhaust system rounds out the sporty looks from.
With its V8 engine characteristic sounds of the Wiesmann Roadster MF4 powerful and should be accelerated by an irresistible enthusiasm and ability, his enormous power on the road to transfer. Two engines are available: a V8 with a torque-strong 367 hp and an engine capacity of 4799 cc at a price starting from 128,900 euros and a Wiesmann Roadster MF4-S for 137,900 euro revolving joyful V8 version with 420 hp at 8,300 tours and an engine capacity of 3999 cc.

His individual character, the Wiesmann Roadster MF4 not only on the north loop of the Nürburgring. Even with moderate ride on the road, the agility and driving dynamics immediately apparent. With a maximum torque of 400 Nm at 3,900 rpm and a power to weight ratio of 3.1 kg / hp accelerates the Roadster MF4-S from the state to 100 in just 4.4 seconds.

With a maximum speed of 300 km / h chases the Wiesmann Roadster MF4-S as a racy sports car on the asphalt and the driver leaves the feedback from the road feel. The power to the rear wheels via a 6-speed manual gearbox or a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox. Each lateral acceleration in the curve is determined by the low seating position just before the rear axle directly to the cockpit next.

Even the "small" MF4 roadster, with its 367 hp at 6,300 rpm and maximum torque of 490 Nm at 3400 rpm input, does not need to hide. Here, 4.6 seconds elapse for the classic sprint to 100, while the tunneling only at 290 km / h ends. When Roadster MF4, the course over a 6-speed manual gearbox or an automatic appeal sport.

The cockpit of the Wiesmann Roadster MF4 oriented in all facets of the function of a sports car. Anything to drive and operate the vehicle is necessary in distance to the driver. High quality materials distribute a sporty-elegant charm of the interior. The fabric with its folding frame is hand made. The new sports car is also equipped with a two-stage driver and front passenger air bag and as a law-and left hand steering available. Also standard is ABS with DSC dynamic stability control.

Toyota Verso: The New - Multi-Lounge as compact van

Toyota wants the new with the well thought out Verso compact van to offer the versatility and variability of an MPV (Multi Purpose Vehicle) with the design, comfort and driving pleasure of a sedan should bind. Under the "Dynamic Lounge Toyota concept combines these attributes and improved at all, nor the handling characteristics.

Two-zone body design

With a length of 4440 meters and a width from 1790 meters, won the new Toyota Verso over its predecessor by 70 millimeters in length and 20 millimeters in width. The height of 1620 meters remained unchanged. Toyota grabbed while the dynamic character of the predecessor model and developed the design in a fresh, more modern interpretation.

The body design visually divides the vehicle in two areas. The optical division is opening up especially in the side view: A powerful character line starts at the lower end of the front bumper and rises above the doors and gently vibrates on the C-pillar to roof spoiler on. To notify the body in two zones: the area from the engine compartment and passenger compartment and the chassis and from the luggage compartment.

Strong, curved lines and shapes, which indicate a forward movement, dominate the front end. The horizontal lines of the grille, distinctive headlamps and subscribed a large Toyota emblem emphasize the powerful appearance of the new VERSOS. Far below Kühlluftöffnung set emphasizes the muscular character.

At the height of the well into the flanks drawn headlamps begins a second character line, the momentum of the sharply drawn follows the front wheel housings and as gently rising shoulder line on the door handles to the C-pillar. The rear view of the new shape while VERSOS a practical tailgate, a bulky bumpers and distinctive tail lights. The rear wheel housings flowing bumper also accentuates the powerful appearance of the vehicle.

Toyota Optimal Drive: Stronger performance with lower consumption

The new Verso is the ninth model from the 'Toyota Optimal Drive' profits. The concept includes several technical measures, the driving pleasure and performance with significantly reduced fuel consumption and emission levels increase. When Verso are up to 20 percent more engine power up to 12 percent lower fuel consumption and CO2 values.

Altogether there are five engines to choose from: modern turbo-diesel 2.0 D-4D with 126 hp, the 2.2 D-4D with 150 hp and the 2.2 D-CAT with 177 hp and two completely new "Valve Matic" petrol engines with 1.6 and 1 , 8 liters. All diesel already meets the Euro 5 exhaust emission standard. Top model is equipped with a diesel engine of 210 km / h fast Toyota Verso 2.2 D-4D.

The petrol engine:

The new 1.6-liter gasoline engine Valve-Matic is a newly developed six-speed gearbox coupled and reaches a top speed of 185 km / h. In comparison to the 1.6-liter VVT-i of the previous model, the performance by 22 hp to 132 hp, maximum torque by 10 Nm to 160 Nm at 4,400 rpm. At the same time decreased the CO2 emissions by 20 g / km to 158 g / km, representing a fuel consumption of 6.7 liters per 100 kilometers corresponds.
In comparison with the detached 1.8 VVT-i, the new 1.8-liter gasoline-Matic Valve now 147 HP of power (+18 hp) and a maximum torque of 180 Nm (+10 Nm) at 4,400 rpm ready . Alternatively, can the engine with the new six-speed manual gearbox or the equally new "Multi Drive S" gear order, which is somewhat more committed driving the switching characteristics of a 7-stage automatic acceptance.

In conjunction with the gearbox, the Verso 1.8 Matic Valve 190 km / h fast, while the CO2 emissions by 22 g / km to 162 g / km and fuel consumption to 6.9 liters per 100 kilometers fell. With the new "Multi Drive S" gear issued to 185 km / h fleet Verso 164 g / km CO2 and consumes an average of 7.0 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers.

The Diesel:

The supply of diesel starts with the 2.0 D-4D with a particulate filter, of the 126 hp and 1800 to 2400 rpm a maximum torque of 310 Nm developed. The CO2 emissions are 146 g / km. The 2.0-liter engine is only available in conjunction with the six-speed manual gearbox is available and allows a Vmax of 185 km / h. In the core segment of compact vans, with 110 hp to 140 hp, the seven new Toyota Verso 2.0 D-4D with the lowest CO2 emissions from all competitors.

The revised 2.2 D-4D diesel engine makes 150 hp and is from 2,000 to 2,800 rpm a maximum torque of 340 Nm available. The Verso 2.2 D-4D is equipped with the newly developed six-stage automatic transmission and the Toyota DPNR-storage catalyst, which at the same time the emission of soot particles and nitrogen oxides (NOx) reduced. The consumption of this 185 km / h fast VERSOS is 6.8 liters per 100 kilometers, which corresponds to a CO2 emission of 178 g / km.

From the previous model known and proven, top engine is the 2.2 D-CAT with a maximum power of 177 hp and maximum torque of 400 Nm from 2000 to 2800 rpm. The strongest Verso is still used in combination with a six-speed manual gearbox and can reach a top speed of 210 km / h. The CO2 emissions could Toyota in comparison to its predecessor by 19 g / km to 159 g / km to reduce, with an average consumption of 6.8 liters per 100 kilometers observed.

Vehicle dynamics and aerodynamic qualities at top level

The new high-strength, extremely rigid safety body, the extended wheelbase, wider track and in all aspects optimized chassis increased the qualities of the new vehicle dynamics VERSOS palpable. The Compact aims to Van agile and precise handling characteristics and enthusiasm in driving comfort and ease the level of a cultivated middle-class sedan reach.

The class in this unprecedented cW value of 0295 is evidence of the aerodynamic qualities of the new VERSOS. The flow-optimized design contributes significantly to the good-natured ride quality, high-speed stability and reduced wind noise at.

Particularly intensively addressed the engineers with the flow behavior under the vehicle. A smooth underbody clad, wind deflector in front of the wheels and wing air deflector in the rear area to stabilize the vertical movement of the body and optimize the Auftriebsbeiwert front and rear. The result leaves the stable Verso straight, has a little Giermoment and shows thanks to the high stability on the rear axle, particularly insensitive to side winds. Also the chassis was in all respects in order to optimize handling and comfort.

Electric power steering with active steering power compensation

As the first Toyota in Europe, the new Verso an electric power steering, with an active steering power compensation works. If the system is too heavy steering registered, it will automatically support the servo back to the steering power is initiated to reduce and to create a smoother driving style to achieve.

Furthermore, the control of the steering with a scheme to suppress vibrations equipped. Once the torque sensor on the steering column Radschwingungen captured, they are overlaid by a signal and largely compensated before they reach the steering wheel.

Optimized brakes and tires

The braking system of the new Verso is supported by modern electronic control systems, which for significantly shorter stopping distances provide. Standard equipment on board are the ABS anti-lock brakes, electronic brake force distribution EBD, Brake Assist the BA and the vehicle stability program VSC +. The tires of the new Verso has a low rolling resistance and therefore makes a further contribution to reducing consumption. The high intrinsic damping of the tires also improves the ride comfort.

Because the rear Türausschnitte as big as the front, is the entry into the fund now even easier. Also the second row seats offer a better grip and more padding and can be longitudinally by 30 millimeters to move, both of legroom as well as the carefree access to the third row of seats benefit. To this end, all three seats in the second series individually by more than 195 millimeters move, while a memory function, which then backs into the previously set position back.

Abundant and numerous luggage racks

Are all the seats of the second and third row umgeklappt creates a flat loading length of 1830 meters and 1585 meters in width. If you use all seven seats, the Toyota was in the luggage compartment volume compared to the predecessor of 63 liters to 178 liters, and so on one of the best values in the segment increased. A new luggage management allows sicht sheltered accommodation for valuables beneath the loading. Even the luggage cover when not in use will take place here their place.

A true compact van, the new Verso numerous storage compartments and storage options. This includes a two-tier glove box with an air-conditioned compartment for a 1.5-liter bottle and a 8.2 liter large document storage. Other examples include a large compartment in the center console, spacious Türablagen, pockets behind the backs of front seats, a drawer under the passenger seat, folding tables with integrated beverage holders and underfloor compartments in the second row of seats, a roof console as well as shelves for mobile phone and MP3 player for the driver and passenger.

Extensive equipment from the basic variant

The new Verso is available in four equipment levels available, but already the base version with an extensive standard equipment up all time. Examples include a vehicle stability program VSC +, which Berganfahrhilfe HAC, LED tail lights, one in the exterior mirrors integrated apron lighting, an MP3-capable audio system with CD player and four speakers, and central locking.

Moreover, convenient features, such as a roof panel, underbody trays in the second row of seats, a luggage storage management system and an additional rear-view mirror for the eye contact to the rear on board. Optionally, a manual air conditioning and fog available.

The medium variant Equipment also offers a manual air conditioning, fog lights, a leather steering wheel and leather shift knob, electric windows, an MP3-capable audio system with CD player, Bluetooth handsfree and six speakers, a drawer under the passenger seat and folding tables in the second row of seats.

Additional comfort features are the air-conditioned glove box, a generous appropriation armrest with Drop and an additional 12V power socket in the rear dar. Optionally available are a speed control system with speed limiters (not in conjunction with the Multi-S Gear Drive), a two-zone automatic climate control, a DVD navigation system with map display and 16-inch alloy wheels.

Another plus equipment awaits the customers in the upscale equipment variant. There is also a reversing camera, an automatically dimming interior mirror with integrated Rückfahrmonitor, a Smart Key System with Start-/Stopp-Taste, a rain sensor and a high Abblendlichtautomatik and related substances.

Other comfort features include entrance lights in the doors, integrated sun blinds for the rear side window and seat heating for driver and front passenger. Optionally, the client for a more efficient navigation system with 40-GB hard drive and video Einparksystem, a panoramic glass roof, privacy glass and 17-inch alloy wheels decide.

The top model in the highest level equipment can hardly be desired. Here, the compact van in addition to 17-inch alloy wheels, a 6-CD changer in the dashboard, Xenon headlamps with automatic width adjustment and illuminated headlight washing system, a panoramic glass roof and privacy glass. As requested equipment remains the only powerful navigation system with 40-GB hard drive and video Einparksystem.
Active and passive safety

Because of the extensive active and passive safety features, including pedestrian safety and the impact energy absorbing safety body, to a large proportion of high-strength specialty plates is, Toyota expects a best rating and thus in the five-star EuroNCAP crash test.

The new Verso has besides a complete set of active safety equipment as standard, inter alia, seven airbags. Driver and passenger from front and side air bags protected the driver's side is also a knee airbag installed. Head airbags deployed when needed along the sides and roof of the entire cabin length, in the case of a seven-seater to the third row of seats.