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Ford makes the 2013 model year again flexing its muscles and missed his resurrected pony car Mustang Boss 302 is a decent power boost and a visual overhaul. The pony bares its teeth more aggressively, which it has increased with greater power and can do safely: from 446 hp to 450 hp is the power up again slightly, while maintaining brute torque of 515 Nm. For this, the more aggressive look - already seems to be the top model of the Mustang is well prepared for tough competition with the current U.S. muscle cars of other brands such as Dodge and Chevrolet.

New color combinations are part of the facelift, including a nostalgic school bus painted in yellow and black or sterling silver for the Boss Laguna Seca. The demands of modern communication in the car to the connectivity system, "Ford SYNC" meet the 2013 standard is the boss and with a large monitor, among other things to measure lap times and is Sprint. All this of course only be an adequate supplement to the main properties of the Muscle Cars: The revised 5.0-liter V8 engine, quadruple exhaust and brakes, aerodynamics and chassis parts in weight-optimized design.





Additional dynamics to express the more pointed front grille. A more powerful guide vanes and contoured hood help clear the powerful look of the 2013er model from the Ford Mustang Boss 302 as well as about the new LED rear lights smoked glass, connected by a high-gloss black bezel.

Background of the Ford Mustang Boss 302: 1969 saw the debut of legendary Ford 302 with the 5.0-liter V8 engine. The Mustang won the 1970 special edition, even the entire American Trans-Am series, and thus acquired in the vernacular of race fans the euphonious name of "Boss" 302 The three numbers are due to the displacement of the powerhouses of 302 cubic inches. The model year 2013 to more distant sounds of the future, but actually gives the new Boss 302 is already in spring 2012 at the Ford dealers set the tone.

The Boss 302 produces 450 horsepower of modern times and 520 Nm of torque. Thats enough to play the Bavarian organ BMW M3 with 420 hp and 400 Nm on the wall - the stated goal of the Ford-developer for the boss who will beat the Bavarian benchmark for sports sedans in the lap time at Laguna Seca.

If a normal V40 not striking enough, you can contact the V40 Cross Country. Which is not only higher on the legs but also has extra tough bodywork.

In early June, he suddenly popped up during a rainy photoshoot , then we learned a long time nothing more of the XC40 - we like him then for convenience called - Volvo s soft road version of the V40 . But a week before the show opens its doors in Paris, let Volvo all official photographs loose and that seems to emanate from the right sort of photoshoot. He called but no V40 XC40 Cross Country. The XC-added uses for his Volvo SUV s / crossovers, Cross Country serves as indicator for all-road versions of hatchbacks and station wagons. Thus leaving room for an SUV-like in V40 format. 









The V40 Cross Country is 40 (!) Millimeters higher on its legs than a normal V40, the wheel arches are filled with (maximum) 19-inch aluminum wheels. The front is recognizable by its matte black honeycomb grille and lower bumper with daytime running upright. Along the flanks are tough plastic skirts and the rear is dominated by a diffuser-like skidplate containing the indication Cross Country.


The only version with all-wheel drive, the T5 of 254 hp, the other versions do it with only front wheel drive. The T5, which is coupled to a six-speed automatic transmission and is equipped with Hill Descent Control, has a consumption of 7.8 l/100 km. Underneath is the 1.6-liter T4 of 180 hp, available with six-speed Powershift or manual speed gearbox. The T4 consumes 5.5 l/100 km with a CO2 emissions of 129 g / km. Dieselen comes with a five-cylinder 2.0 D4 of 177 hp, which consumes 4.4 l/100 km (CO2 emissions 117 g / km), with automatic transmission is 5.2 l/100 km (137 g / km). Then follows the 2.0 D3 150 hp and the 1.6 D2 115 hp, 99 grams per kilometer and consumes an average of 3.8 l/100 km. This version has a manual speed gearbox and start / stop system.

The Volvo V40 Cross Country is from November Ghent, Belgium built, what a launch around the turn of the year will entail. The car debuts next week at the Paris Salon. 

The pioneering Toyota Prius hybrid is now available in a plug-in variant.


The Toyota Prius has a very successful worldwide hybrid model in the range, which now inspires the customers already in the third generation. The latest addition to the Prius, there is now also available as plug-in hybrid, the larger battery can also be charged via a plug socket and up to 25 kilometers purely electric range allows.

Prius have ESP, ABS and seven airbags are there already a head-up display, a keyless entry and start system, power windows, audio system with 6.1 "touch screen monitor, a rear view camera, cruise control, automatic climate control , an onboard computer and 15 "alloy wheels.

The interior of the Prius plug-in is designed very futuristic, yet you find yourself right off the bat handle. Perfectly positioned is the small control stick that is positioned on the flat running and free-floating center console near the top. Under the center console then there is also a large storage compartment, as well as the somewhat hidden housed controls for the heated seats. The materials used have a very high quality, and also the color choice in the interior fits perfectly with the economical Toyota.


Despite the sleek shape of the Prius for passengers and luggage provides plenty of space. Even in the second row, you can still travel comfortably. For tall passengers, only the thigh support adjustment of the steering column is a bit too short and too small. This results in a not very optimal seating position for tall drivers.

The boot capacity is also generous with 443 liters, under a small flap, there is also a very handy storage compartment in which the charging cable can be accommodated.

The many cup holders and shelves inside also offer extra space for small items. This shows that the Prius is completely tailored to the tastes of the North Americans.

Also, the engine adapts itself to fit the urban driving habits of Americans. The combination of a 1.8 liter 4-cylinder with 99 PS (73 kW) and 60 hp (18 kW) electric motor produces a system output of 136 hp (100 kW). Those who wish can lay up to 25 kilometers purely electric, and we have come in practice to a value of around 20 kilometers. Just over 90 km / h shuts the gasoline engine also is added. Nevertheless, it is mainly in urban areas often purely electric way, even if the main battery is empty.


The Prius has a cap on each side of the vehicle, one for the filling of the gasoline engine and is responsible for charging the batteries. If the batteries, you can charge the Prius Plug-in on any normal power socket. Push of a button, you can also save battery power for later retrieval, which is especially handy if you from out of town in a city with low emission zone go.

His greatest assets is the Prius hybrid plug-in without this in the city. There he can shine with its rapid acceleration up to 50 km / h and a very high proportion of electrically kilometers covered and provides a wonderful consumption.

Over land, it will be a little tougher with the Prius, which is mainly due to the continuously variable transmission. Who gets the full power, given a distressed-sounding engine features to wish its pulling power also unsatisfactory. While the Prius accelerates in 10.8 seconds from 0 to 100 km / h who wants to overtake a car on the highway, but should be patient and just wait for a long time.


Is the Prius then once in motion, he moves back very quiet and comfortable. Also, suspension and chassis are all designed for comfort on the Prius, which once again underlines its vote to the U.S. market. It seems to float across the street and can also complete long distances without problems. But he taught in curves not the best feeling, though he should offer thanks to its low center of gravity and advantages here is actually safe on the road - it just does not feel as for the passengers.

But what clearly speaks for the Prius hybrid plug-in, its consumption has actually surprised us. Specified by the factory 2.1 liters per 100 kilometers, although hardly accessible, with 3.4 liters but is still sensational efficient Prius hybrid plug-in. Even if after the batteries are not charging, the consumption remains very low. After more than 300 kilometers without additional charging of the main battery, the onboard computer was still reported very frugal 3.9 liters per 100 kilometers.


Here, the Prius would certainly have been more economical if we could have pinched the overtaking on the highway as well as the utilization of the allowable highway speeds.

It is also pleasing the clarity offered by the compact Toyota, only the two-piece tailgate makes the rear view, it offers the standard rearview camera when parking a good overview.

The Prius plug-in hybrid has proven to be very comfortable partner, who can score with good facilities and plenty of space.

But its greatest strength is its economical use of fuel. This reflects the long experience of Toyota in the hybrid drive, which works really excellent. That the CVT transmission and allow the power delivery is not much fun, the Prius might be forgiven given the sensationally low consumption. He is definitely an ideal companion for those who want to be frugal on the road, especially in urban areas.



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Ready Performance Division of accessories for the new sedan. Kit to raise 184 to 200 horsepower 2-liter turbodiesel engine.


BMW has introduced its new line of accessories made ​​of pitch sports division M Performance for the 3 Series sedan, designed not only to improve appearance, but also the overall performance. Here are the components for the body which spolier and front bumper fascia, front grille, mirrors style "racing", side skirts, wheels featuring a design from 19 M and 20 inches. The list also includes accessories for the interior.


The "package" also includes the M Performance "kit" of sports suspension - lowered trim - and bigger brakes. The line is extended to the 1 Series and 5 Series.

A novelty is, finally, the possibility of upgrading the 2-liter turbodiesel from 184 horses: a new electronic control unit and a special intercooler, ie the heat exchanger to the turbine, thus enhancing the power to 200 horses.

With the 2013 Dodge Dart Mopar 13 has a 500 pieces limited edition model of its compact model.


The Dodge Dart is a mix of American design and Italian technology, the base of the Dart comes from Alfa Romeo. A year after its premiere, the darts has not developed into a crowd-puller, so Dodge is now trying to draw with a special limited edition for the interests of customers on the compact car.

With the Dart Mopar 13 Dodge offers a particularly sporty special edition, which is limited to 500 pieces. As for the Mercedes Appendix "AMG", is for the additional Dodge "Mopar". The tuning company, the Chrysler Group has the darts missed a particularly sporty outfit.

New front and rear aprons, specially designed light-alloy rims and a black metallic paint with blue pinstripes featuring the limited special edition.


It is powered by 1.4 liter Dart Mopar 13 MultiAir turbo engine with an output of 160 hp has (119 kW), the circuit is via a manual transmission.

Inside, the special edition is also completely tuned for sportiness and has a leather steering wheel with blue stitching to get a new shift knob and custom-designed floor mats. Another highlight is the wireless recharging of mobile phones, the first coming in the special edition of Dodge used.

Each of the 500 customers also gets its own kit to the vehicle supplied, which contains a plaque with all the specifications, the production date and number.

Dodge hopes to attract customers with the special model also for the other models and offers Darts in North America also interesting financing options for the Dart.