Infiniti G Series to Use Mercedes Four-Cylinder Engine
Renault-Nissan and Daimler’s alliance will see the next Infiniti G adopt a Mercedes-supplied four-cylinder, with petrol and possibly diesel options under discussion.
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Renault-Nissan and Daimler’s alliance will see the next Infiniti G adopt a Mercedes-supplied four-cylinder, with petrol and possibly diesel options under discussion.
Volkswagen adds the 1.4-litre TSI 122 PS engine to the Scirocco range for 2010, bringing improved efficiency and a lower entry price to the coupé line-up.
Audi’s 2010 A8 arrives with aluminium construction, new V8 engines, full LED headlights and a revised MMI system, aiming to set benchmarks for luxury saloons.
BMW has unveiled the 2010 5 Series saloon, introducing new engines, a sharper design and advanced chassis technology at its Munich launch event.
The updated Honda CR-V, now featuring a new 2.2-litre i-DTEC diesel and improved refinement, will start at £20,175 when it reaches UK showrooms in January 2010.
BMW insiders have confirmed the 2010 M5 will switch from a V10 to a turbocharged V8, with development already underway and Nürburgring testing ongoing.
The Sprinter van receives a new generation of diesel engines, an ECO Gear six-speed manual and start/stop technology as part of Mercedes-Benz’s BlueEFFICIENCY rollout in late 2009.
German tuner AVUS Performance has transformed the Audi TT RS with a 460hp package, revised suspension and a striking matt black finish, pushing the coupe deep into supercar territory.
Audi has introduced its start-stop system on the A3 1.6 TDI and 1.4 TFSI models with S tronic dual-clutch automatic, aiming to cut fuel use and emissions in urban driving.
Chevrolet has officially unveiled the 2010 Camaro, confirming LS, LT and SS trims with a choice of V6 and V8 engines, ahead of its early 2009 showroom arrival.
Audi introduces the A3 1.6 TDI with 99g/km CO2 emissions, offering buyers a five-speed diesel hatchback that meets sub-100g/km tax bands without sacrificing usable performance.
Controlled Power Technologies has announced its switched reluctance electric supercharger is now production-ready, targeting carmakers seeking lower emissions and improved engine response.
The SLS AMG revives the iconic gullwing format with a 6.3-litre V8, 0–100km/h in 3.8 seconds and a striking aluminium spaceframe body.
Bugatti revealed the 16C Galibier concept in September 2009, previewing a luxury four-door with an 8.0-litre W16 engine and carbon-aluminium construction.
Twenty Audi vehicles from five model lines completed a nine-day, 4,182km drive from Norway to Italy, highlighting both fuel-efficient and high-performance models.
Audi’s new S5 Cabriolet arrives in the UK this October, pairing a 328bhp supercharged V6 with a fast-folding acoustic roof and quattro all-wheel drive.
Limited to 350 units, the SL 65 AMG Black Series combines a 670hp twin-turbo V12, 1,000Nm of torque and extensive carbon fibre construction for reduced weight and higher performance.
Audi is preparing to launch the next RS4 in 2010, featuring a 450hp V8 and styling influenced by the TT RS and RS5 models.
Switzer Performance’s P800 kit brings 800 horsepower and sub-3-second acceleration to the all-wheel-drive Porsche 997 Turbo, offering supercar pace with everyday usability.
G-POWER’s X5 Typhoon RS, based on the BMW X5 xDrive48i, uses a bespoke supercharger system and aggressive bodywork to claim the title of the world’s most powerful BMW SUV in 2009.
The seventh-generation Porsche 911 Turbo debuts with a new 3.8-litre engine, 500bhp and improved efficiency, marking a major update for the iconic sports car.
Porsche has introduced the seventh-generation 911 Turbo at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, featuring an all-new 3.8-litre engine, more power and improved efficiency.
Jaguar’s XJ 2.7 Diesel has again topped the Environmental Transport Association’s 2009 Car Buyers’ Guide, recognised for its low emissions and fuel efficiency among luxury models.
Mercedes-Benz will introduce a four-cylinder diesel engine option for the 2010 SLK, using the 2.2-litre unit from the C250 CDI to target lower emissions and improved efficiency.