Bmw m3

Spotted crisscrossing Death Valley, California, in 120-degree heat, the M3 prototypes in our exclusive spy video have ditched their heavy camouflage in favor of a few well-placed pieces of tape. Up front, you can now clearly see the more aggressive airdam and power dome hood. We’re pretty sure the M3′s trademark quarter-panel vents are hiding under the taped-on covers, too. Bulging fender flares are another M3 specialty, along with the set of quad pipes out back.

Although current M3s use a similar exhaust setup, it’s partly for show given the six-cylinder engine. That won’t be the case for the next-generation M3, as it’s expected to use a small-displacement V8 for the first time. And given the RS4′s healthy 420-horsepower V8, you can bet the M3 will have at least 400 horses of its own, if not more, to stay competitive. We have yet to confirm whether BMW’s SMG transmission will be the sole gearbox, but after the customer demand for a true manual in the M5 sedan we wouldn’t be surprised to see the M3 give you the choice right out of the gate.

Bmw m3
Bmw m3
Bmw m3
Bmw m3
Bmw m3
Bmw m3
Bmw m3

Bmw m3

Spotted crisscrossing Death Valley, California, in 120-degree heat, the M3 prototypes in our exclusive spy video have ditched their heavy camouflage in favor of a few well-placed pieces of tape. Up front, you can now clearly see the more aggressive airdam and power dome hood. We’re pretty sure the M3′s trademark quarter-panel vents are hiding under the taped-on covers, too. Bulging fender flares are another M3 specialty, along with the set of quad pipes out back.

Although current M3s use a similar exhaust setup, it’s partly for show given the six-cylinder engine. That won’t be the case for the next-generation M3, as it’s expected to use a small-displacement V8 for the first time. And given the RS4′s healthy 420-horsepower V8, you can bet the M3 will have at least 400 horses of its own, if not more, to stay competitive. We have yet to confirm whether BMW’s SMG transmission will be the sole gearbox, but after the customer demand for a true manual in the M5 sedan we wouldn’t be surprised to see the M3 give you the choice right out of the gate.

Bmw m3
Bmw m3
Bmw m3
Bmw m3
Bmw m3
Bmw m3
Bmw m3

The 2011 Audi A8 Was

The 2011 Audi A8 was

AUDI A1

AUDI A1

A1 1.6 TDI falls even further from this week as an even more fuel efficient version of the frugal premium sub-compact hatchback shrugs off road tax and the London congestion charge through a lower 99g/km CO2 output. Improved 74.3mpg economy potential, and unchanged OTR prices for the SE, Sport and S line models ranging from £14,480 to £17,865, also help to make the thriftiest A1 an even more desirable proposition.

Further optimisation of the fuel system and engine management unit has reduced the CO2 output of the A1 1.6 TDI from 105g/km to 99g/km, and boosted its official combined economy figure from 70.6mpg to 74.3mpg. As before, the achievement of these outstanding figures is aided by engine start-stop and energy recuperation systems.

The performance delivered by the turbo charged and directly injected common rail unit also remains as keen as ever. The A1 1.6 TDI with five-speed manual transmission sprints from rest to 62mph in 10.5 seconds, and where conditions allow can reach a top speed of 118mph.

The advantage held by the revised 1.6 TDI won’t only be felt at the filling station. With CO2 dipping below the 100g/km mark it is exempt from the London congestion charge, and also from Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) from year 2 onwards as the duty bandings currently stand. The majority of A1 models, including the 1.6 TDI, are already duty-free in the first year of ownership.

The A1 1.6 TDI with 99g output can be ordered in all three UK A1 trim levels – SE, Sport and S line. Features common to all include alloy wheels, remote central locking, air conditioning, electric front windows and mirrors and a six-speaker single CD audio system with auxiliary iPod connection linked to a 6.5-inch retractable display.

Audi A5 Sportback

Audi A5 Sportback

Audi A8 Hybrid Concept (2010)

Audi A8 Hybrid Concept (2010)

Audi A5 Facelift

Audi A5 Facelift

The day of truth for all followers of the Audi A5 is fast approaching: the IAA in September at the latest Audi A5 will present the revamped series, the insecure fans.The “auto motor und sport” shows in its latest issue looks like the re-design icon may …

If the pixel Akkrobatik the AMS to be right, is removed from the A5 Coupe A6 at least visually.For the front headlights including SFG and the larger brother of the middle-class coupes like very much.And the already emerged prototype photos of the facelifted coupes A5 underpin the vision of the AMS.

Known whether the A5 and A6 is a little like the press and the fans will react to this model strategy turns out hopefully in the next few weeks …