Tuesday, July 26, 2011

Monday, July 25, 2011

In regard to the former group, nothing has changed on the four-cylinder TSX for 2011. It’s still the happy front-drive, near-luxe sedan it’s always been. For the power-hungry bunch, the 2011 TSX V-6 will alleviate the horsepower deficit when it goes on sale in July. By slipping in the same 3.5-liter V-6 from the base TL—tuned in the TSX to 280 hp and 254 lb-ft of torque—Acura turns its smallest four-door into a very quick sports sedan, even if it comes only with a paddle-shifted, five-speed automatic transmission.

How quick is it? Well, we’ll have to wait until we track-test it to say for certain. Acura claims it is capable of hitting 60 mph in seven seconds. But considering we hit 60 in 6.7 seconds with the last manual-equipped four-cylinder TSX we tested, we’re sure Acura is waaaaaay off with that silly estimate. Stay tuned.

Sunday, July 24, 2011

2012 Acura MDX is a little bit different from its predecessor.

When you have ever had the previous version of this Acura MDX, you may find that the 2012 Acura MDX is a little bit different from its predecessor. However, it will still continue using as wonderfully engineered wagon that has been used in the 2007 model. The all-new 2013 Acura MDX will be fortunate to reveal such forward thinking, although it is more likely to have more interior room and much better fuel efficiency than the 2012 MDX. And as planned, it will have a shapelier schnoz.

The 2012 Acura MDX may be a replicate of the 2011 MDX, although it might be provide with a new color option, or even two, as well as a special-trim version to memorialize the ultimate year of the second-generation style. Its size and shape also reflect those of the 2007. Its chromed-brake grille may signify modifications created for the model-year 2010 freshening, which is hoped to give a good Acura-family appearance. However, it doesn’t appear more elegant than it doe on the brand’s cars or on the MDX’s kid sister, the small RDX crossover.

Monday, July 18, 2011

Audi Q5 Hybrid quattro 2012

Audi Q5 Hybrid quattro 2012

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Audi Q5 2012

2012 Audi Q5 variant has been designed initially for hands-on demonstration at car show. Audi is the well known automaker and it has already earned lot of praises and appreciation from different quarters of the society for its outstanding performance in the production of lightweight cars which are more beautiful and elegant.

audi q5 2012

However, time is changeable and it is dynamic. Audi’s venture is still continuing to bring more perfection to the auto upgradation and tuning programs. In a press release, the company’s secretary has stated clearly that Audi will surely release new futuristic cars which will be more ergonomic and fuel economic. The concept Audi Q5 vehicle 2012 will have excellent powertrain and automatic transmission. The internal parts of the car will be fully functional and competent to a great extent.

audi q5 2012
Audi Q5 2012

Experts have planned to take care of the technical specifications using sophisticated technology to make the car more attractive. Street navigation system is naturally excellent and up to the mark as a team of experts have finally decided to utilize the satellite supported rudders which are capable of empowering the vehicles in more scientific way. The whole road mapping and checking process will be carried out with competency. Object detection sensors are very powerful and energy efficient. This time new car upgradation kit has been introduced to increase the competency and durability of the car. The aerodynamic feature of the vehicle is excellent. The start up process is high in quality. Engine co-efficiency rate is comparatively low and the overall aesthetic quality of the vehicle is generally high and remarkable.

2012 Audi Q5 Hybrid car

The Audi Q5 hybrid quattro is the first hybrid model from Audi with two drive systems. Its gasoline engine, a 2.0 TFSI, and its electric motor have a system output 180 kW (245 hp) and 480 Nm (354.03 lb-ft) for sporty dynamics – the mean consumption in the normal cycle (NEDC) is limited to less than 7.0 liters per 100 km (33.60 US mpg).

The sportiest hybrid SUV on the market covers about three kilometers (1.86 miles) locally emission-free at a speed of 60 km/h (37.28 mph), and can drive up to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) under electric power alone.

The 2.0 TFSI and the electric motor of the Audi Q5 hybrid have a system output of 180 kW (245 hp) and a system torque of 480 Nm (354.03 lb-ft). The new top model in the successful Q5 series sprints from 0 to 100 km/h (62.14 miles) in 7.1 seconds, while the interim sprint from 80 to 120 km/h (49.71 to 74.56 mph) is accomplished in fifth gear in 5.9 seconds. The powerful propulsion ends at no less than 222 km/h (137.94 mph).

The consumption lies under 7.0 liters per 100 km (33.60 US mpg) in the normal cycle – that corresponds to a CO2 emission of less than 160 g/km (257.50 g/mile). The 75 liter (19.81 US gallon) tank yields a reliable range comparable to that of a TDI.

A lithium-ion battery system, weighing merely 38 kg (83.78 lb), serves as the energy store for the electric motor of the Audi Q5 hybrid quattro. The compact unit with its 26 liter (6.87 US gallon) capacity is positioned in a crash-safe area under the loading floor, with hardly any detriment to the luggage compartment. The battery consists of 72 cells; at 266 volts its nominal energy is 1.3 kWh and its output 39 kW.

Exterior of Audi Q5 hybrid Quattro include the tailgate, the fenders and the aluminum sill panel strips bear the hybrid lettering. The radiator grill is glossy black, and the tailpipes chrome-trimmed. Polar Silver, metallic is available for the exclusive paintwork. The 19 inch cast aluminum wheels, the tires are size 235/55 with 19 and 20 inch diagonals, with an S-line bumper available from quattro GmbH.

While the interior equipped the options also include sophisticated driver assistance systems, A new feature is connection to the internet via the optional Bluetooth car phone online. Thanks to a special modulation process, UMTS data transfer occurs at speeds up to 7.2 MB per second. Encryption follows the WPA 2 standard – a very secure method.

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