After award for Kia Soul at the end of last year, Forte was recognized by the American Institute in 2010 as the IIHS ‘Top Safety Pick’ model between cars in the middle class. The model is a successor of the popular Spectra, obtained from the honorary jury praised the endurance for front, side, rear impact and turning the car roof. “The Korean brand has enjoyed remarkable success of the U.S. market, thanks to the innovation of the product range and presentation to a wide audience of models such as Forte – a perfect combination of quality, price, style and security,” said Mr. Michael Sprague, Vice President Marketing of Kia Motors America. “Forte attracts youth with style, dynamic vision and an impressive list of security measures. Award ‘Top Safety Pick’ implies a stable market position of the Kia Forte in the future.” Tests faced by models participating in the test are divided into four categories – strength in frontal, side, rear shock and the latest – an assessment when reversing the car roof. The final score for each model is based on an assessment of overall performance in the contest. The presence of an electronic system, improving the stability of the road vehicle is required. In addition, Forte demonstrated segment-leading combination of measures for security and safety offered in series, and a rich standard equipment.
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Mazda spread of official pictures and information about its renewed model Atenza, known in Europe as the Mazda6, and in parallel, said they had started its sales in Japan. Japanese revealed three versions of the model (sedan, hatchback and 5-door wagon), which also received cosmetic changes and new engine fuel 2.0L DISI, however, only available in sedan and station wagon. In addition to the new unit, Mazda6 will be available with these engines, which have undergone many improvements that have led to increased efficiency and reduced fuel consumption. The model has been optimized and suspension and steering amplifier. The main difference in the appearance in front of the car where the radiator grille has acquired a typical new models of Mazda 5-spot form, giving modern approach. Renewed Mazda6 differs from the current layout and bumpers, headlights, side mirrors and rear lights, and the availability of new alloy wheels, measuring 17 to 18 inches. The interior of the car became more refined as it is seen more chrome trim. In addition, if your customers Mazda6 equipped with automatic transmission as an option offered controls for changing gears from the steering wheel.
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When one model has a claim to compete with cars such as Mercedes S-Class, BMW 7-Series, Audi A8 and Lexus LS, then it surely should be a longer version of the Hyundai as well know this. South Korean company presented at an official ceremony Equus Limousine, which is 300mm. longer than the standard model and is a great car for big businessmen and politicians, the first three copies of the models were sold to the government of South Korea. To become a real standard Equus sedan, Hyundai’s engineers have done a number of changes in the model. They extended the wheelbase by 300mm and have significantly strengthened the body to be able to withstand greater loads. Equus Limousine has also received a new grille and the interior is packed with all sorts of extras, including massage seats. Free space to the rear passengers is objective 1 310 mm Which provides exceptional comfort.
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BlueMotion versions of product models modifications Polo, Golf and Passat will make its debut at the upcoming motor show in Frankfurt, but their sales will start later this fall. In fact, Polo and Golf BlueMotion were presented as early as the Geneva Motor Show, but now for the first time shows Volkswagen Passat BlueMotion. All three models have a start / stop system technology for regenerating energy from the brakes, improved aerodynamics and low resistance tires. Polo BlueMotion is driven by a 1.2-liter diesel engine that produces power 75 h.p., which consumes only 3.3l for 100km. mileage and emits only 87gr/km. CO2 emissions. This means 20 percent less harmful emissions and 0.9l in lower fuel consumption than the standard Polo 1.2 TDI. Volkswagen Golf BlueMotion is powered by a new TDI engine with a power 105 h.p. and a maximum torque of 250Nm. In its fuel consumption is 3.8l/100km., Exhaust emissions – 99gr/km., Acceleration from 0-100km / h. Fits 11.3sec and the maximum speed that can develop the car is 190 kilometers per hour.
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Renault spread of photos and information about the all-new model Fluence, whose production will start in November in Turkey. The main target markets for the luxury sedan will be Eastern Europe and Russia. Renault Fluence interior is identical to that of the new Megane, but the car’s external dimensions are larger. Its length is 4 620 mm, Width – 1 809 mm, Height – 1 479 mm and wheelbase – 2 702 mm. Engines, which will be available Fluence are the same as in the Megane. These are two versions of the diesel 1.5 dCi, which have a capacity 90 and 110 h.p. and petrol 1.6 (110 h.p.) and 2.0 (140 h.p.). In 2011 it is planned to be implemented fully and electrical modification. In the car’s standard equipment includes multiple security systems, including cruise control, antilock braking system and electronic stability program.
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Renewed Volvo S80 has received modified bumpers and a new radiator grille and lower door panels and under the rear lights have changed design. The interior of the car with a new steering wheel and metal decorations on the central console. As well as this model will be renovated sedan offers two versions of the chassis – standard and Sport. In the first, however, springs are now smoother, and when sports have become more solid and lower by 20 millimeters. front and 15 millimeters. back. The most significant changes occurred in the engine. Volvo S80 Facelift will come with an updated version of the 2.4-liter D5 turbo-diesel aggregate, which is a power 205 h.p. and maximum torque 420Nm. Despite these characteristics, the average fuel consumption is only 6.2l. of 100 kilometers. mileage and CO2 emissions emitted – 164gr/km.
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Unlike Japan and North America, Europe version of the NISMO 370Z is not yet available and it is not clear when this will happen. From Nissan, however, decided to model fans rejoice in the UK with limited series called the 370Z Yellow. The cars in this series are color body “Ultimate Yellow”, with black graphics “370Z” on both sides and 19-inch wheels. The interior upholstery is in leather and suede, and serial equipment includes satellite navigation and audio system Bose, with 8 speakers and CD-changer. Regarding the engine of Nissan 370Z Yellow, it is the standard model for 3.7-liter V6, whose power is 331 h.p. With this body accelerates from 0-100 kilometers / hr for 5.3sec a maximum speed limit is 250 kilometers / hr
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The patterns of C5 and C6 Citroen are now available with turbo-diesel 3.0-liter engine that replaces the existing 2.8 HDi V6. Units with capacity 240 h.p. and reaches maximum torque 450Nm. at 1 600 rev/min. The new drive Citroen is equipped with last generation system for fuel injection, but will continue to be offered in combination with 6-stage automatic gearbox in both models, as present. The 3.0 HDi is 32 h.p. more power than its predecessor, with the same fuel consumption and emitted CO2 emissions decreased by 15%. The average fuel consumption in the C5 3.0 HDi and C6 3.0 HDi is 7.4l./100km. Emitted harmful emissions are 195 grams / km. and acceleration from 0-100 kilometers / hr done for 7.9 and 8.5 sec.
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Ford boosted its European range of economic and ecological models ECOnetic version of the Mondeo. The car will be offered in sedan and wagon versions, the engine is 2.0-liter, turbo-diesel with power 115 h.p. The new Mondeo ECOnetic has improved aerodynamics, achieved thanks to the spoiler, rear spoiler and the lower suspension. Environmental car also received a low-resistance tires and an indicator light to change gears. The Most environmental version of the Ford Mondeo spend an average of 5.2l. fuel 100 kilometers. mileage, and highway consumption falls to 4.4l./100km. As in the sedan, and when the plant emitted CO2 emissions are 139gr/km.
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Revealed by Opel OPC versions of the Insignia Sports Tourer, since a month ago and showed hot sedan Insignia OPC. Powerful estate will appear in the company’s European dealers in autumn, together with the standard modifications. Insignia OPC Sports Tourer is distinguished by the serial model with a more aggressive appearance, achieved thanks to new bumpers, side aprons, ends of the exhaust system and 19-inch wheels that can be replaced by 20-inch custom. The interior of the sport wagon has received minor modifications to the devices on the dashboard, seats Recaro, sports steering wheel and gear lever, aluminum pedals and insoles with logo OPC. The engine on Insignia OPC Sports Tourer is a 2.8-liter, a power 325 h.p. and maximum torque 400Nm. It allows the car accelerates from 0 to 100 kilometers / hr for 6.3sec. and the maximum speed is electronically limited to 250 kilometers / hr
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