BMW Adds 125i 125d and 116d

The new 1-Series five-door hatchback is the next BMW after the 3-Series to benefit from the addition of a fresh batch of engines. The new models presented in Europe are the diesel-powered 125d and 116d EfficientDynamics Edition, and the gasoline-powered 125i.

Beginning with the latter, the 125i gets a new 2.0-litre four-cylinder gasoline with a twin-scroll turbocharger and direct injection delivering 218bhp at 5,000 rpm and peak torque of 310Nm (228 lb-ft) between 1,350 and 4,800 rpm. With a six-speed manual, the 125i sprints to 100km/h (62mph) in 6.4 seconds (8-speed automatic transmission: 6.5 seconds), reaching a top speed of 245 km/h or 152mph (243 km/h).

BMW says the 125i has an average fuel consumption of 6.6 lt/100km (35.7mpg US or 42.8mpg UK) with CO2 emissions of 154 g/km.

Next up is the 125d powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder diesel producing 218 bhp at 4,400rpm and 450Nm (331.9 lb-ft) of peak torque. Both with 6-speed manual gearbox and with 8-speed automatic transmission, the compact five-door model goes from zero to 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds en route to a top speed of 240 km/h (149mph).

It achieves an average fuel consumption 4.9lt/100km (48mpg US or 57.7mpg UK) with CO2 emissions at 129 grams per kilometre. The automatic version has an average fuel consumption of just 4.8lt/100km (49mpg US or 58.9mpg UK) with CO2 emissions at a level of 126 g/km.

The third and final new addition to the 1-Series hatchback's range is the 116d EfficientDynamics Edition powered by 1.6-litre 4-cylinder diesel engine that delivers 116bhp at 4,000rpm and 260Nm (191.8 lb-ft) between 1,750 and 2,500 rpm. This model features additional measures to reduce fuel consumption such as low rolling resistance tires and aerodynamic upgrades.

Equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission, it accelerates in 10.5 seconds from zero to 100 km/h, with a top speed of 195 km/h (121mph). Its average fuel consumption stands at 3.8 lt/100km (61.9mpg US or 74.4mpg UK), with CO2 emissions of 99 g/km.

In Europe, BMW will soon launch the M Sports Package for the new five-door model that includes a host of aero components plus a 10mm lower sports suspension, 17- or 18-inch M Style alloys and numerous interior trim upgrades.

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Britain gets New Special Edition of 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun SUV

It has only been about two months since Mitsubishi launched the Shogun (known as the Pajero and Montero in other markets) in a mildly tweaked form for the 2012 model year in the UK, but the Japanese carmaker has already announced the presentation of a new special edition model called "Black" with enhanced exterior styling.

The name stems from the color of the styling details rather than the body itself which is available in a choice of five metallic hues including Frost White (solid), Cool Silver (metallic), Diamond Black (pearlescent), Orient Red (metallic) and Granite Brown (metallic).

Based on the current Shogun SG4 LWB that is powered by a 3.2-liter 4-cylinder diesel engine that delivers 197bhp and 441Nm (325 lb-ft) of torque, the Black Editions gains a satin black styling kit which includes black 20-inch alloy wheels, roof, spoiler, wing mirrors, grille and headlamp bezels, fog lamp surrounds, door handles and side steps.

Other standard features include a communication system with satellite navigation, parking camera and iPod connectivity, leather interior and auto lights and wipers.

The new 2012 Shogun Black Edition is available for order now with UK pricing set at £41,999, or £1,000 above the SG4 model.

 

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Land Rover Brings Revised DC100 Concepts to LA Auto Show

Land Rover would like to know if there is an appetite for the next generation of Defender, which is presented with a couple of new conceptual models.

For this purpose, British, and the carmaker DC100 and DC100 was the hardtop sports convertible 4x4 tests this week in Los Angeles Auto Show to measure the reactions of customers' and to consider the possibility of bringing the Defender, the U.S. market.

"Our goal is to bring all new Defender in the middle of the decade - there's plenty to do to meet these dates, and concepts are only the beginning," says John Edwards, Land Rover Global Brand Director. "We are here in Los Angeles for DC100 and DC100 present our concepts Sport and begin to actively explore the possibility of bringing in the future Defender of North America."

THE show some of the concepts have barely updates because their world debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2011. Both iterations DC100 is now riding a new 20-inch alloy wheels shod with Cooper tires off-road, while the hardtop model has already been completed, Land Rover signature combination of "Blue Heritage", painted white ceiling Candy Weiss .

In addition, Land Rover has a DC100 is equipped with accessories such as the treatment of a raised air intake "snorkel" for Wade and a roof rack.

In concept form DC100 is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder diesel engine, even though DC100 Sport gets a 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine, both models included permanent four-wheel drive has eight gears and the next generation of Earth system Terrain Response rover. The British company said that both engines have been designed in mind for future hybridization.

"Our ambition is to create a brand new Defender to a global market that is absolutely true to its original DNA: tough, versatile, durable and capable of," said Edwards. "It would also be developed for the 21st century and adapted to the needs of future generations. "

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