The next generation IS compact sports sedan, which goes on sale in Europe at the end of 2005, marks the introduction of the first ever
Lexus diesel engine. The most powerful engine in its displacement
category, the new 2,231cc common-rail turbodiesel unit generates
130 kW / 177 DIN hp at 3,600 rpm and an impressive 400 Nm
of torque between 2,000 and 2,600 rpm, accelerating the IS 220d
from 0-100 kph in 8.9 seconds and on to a top speed of 217kph,
yet returning fuel consumption figures of just 6.3 l/100km in the
combined cycle (target figures).
The 14 Students graduating from the BA (Hons) Transportation Design course based in Newcastle in the North East of England have been exhibiting their work in their Studios at Northumbria University as well as at Lingoto building in Turin. Summer degree exhibitions were held in June.
Be ahead: the new Mercedes-Benz S-Class - Superlative in design and technology
Stutgart, Jun 20, 2005.- Generation-change at the pinnacle of automotive engineering: Mercedes-Benz presents the new S-Class. The new luxury saloon will be appearing in the showrooms of company-owned outlets and authorised dealerships as of autumn 2005.
Sports coupé with a new boxer engine extends the Porsche range.
Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart will be launching the new Cayman S on November 26, 2005. This sporty two-seater, based on the Boxster series, boasts a newly developed six-cylinder boxer engine with a capacity of 3.4 liters and an output of 295 bhp (217 KW). The assembly delivers an impressive performance:
A unique automobile: Highest level of individualisation - Maybach Exelero Show Car Handed Over to Fulda Reifenwerke
Stuttgart/Berlin, May 11, 2005 .- The Maybach high-performance show car "Exelero" was unveiled to the world for the first time this afternoon in the Tempodrom in Berlin. The 700-hp two-seater with a V-12 biturbo engine is a unique custom model produced for Fulda Reifenwerke, which is using the Maybach Exelero as a reference vehicle for a newly developed generation of wide tyres.
The Citroën C6 has arrived. The latest addition to an historic line of great Citroëns, with a stunning look in keeping with the Marque's reputation for style, the C6 takes the grand tourer concept and incorporates the latest cutting-edge technology. The Citroën C6 is truly a car to stir the emotions.
The 75th Geneva Motor Show open its doors from March 3rd to 13th. The 2005 Edition celebrates both the Centenary of the first national exhibition and the 75th of the International Motor Show.
