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Saturday, November 19, 2011

Land Rover Unveils 2011 Freelander 2 Facelift



oday, the Land Rover Freelander swept away the cover 2, which benefits from a cosmetic makeover discreet enough, a revised turbo 2.2-liter engine available in two flavors, and for the first time in the history of the model, two-wheel drive version.

Chic in 2011 Freelander 2 has been updated in the revised front bumper assembly, front grill and the bottom line new bonnet, revised headlights and tail lights, full width tailgate appliqué and new 18 - or 19-inch light alloy wheels wheel models.

Inside, the limited changes to the revised instrument rings and four new seat styles with the option of a Premium package that includes leather upholstery Windsor, seat 8 / 6 electrically, and the carpet single origin center and covered storage.

The biggest change is in the engine compartment with the introduction of a revised 2.2-liter four-cylinder diesel with variable geometry turbocharger again.

Euro 5-compliant diesel engine is available in two versions, with 150HP TD4 manual Stop / Start Tech standard transmission or automatic without the stop / start as an option, and SD4 190HP version with automatic transmission.

Land Rover, said the flagship 190 horsepower Freelander SD4 accelerates from zero to 60 mph (96km / h) in 8.7 seconds and a top speed of 118 mph more (190 kmh).

Following the path of Evoque Range Rover, the Freelander will be offered an alternative two-wheel drive more frugal - on dilution of a trademark the slogan is a four-wheel off-road capability ...

ED4 called Freelander 2, it comes with the engine 150HP 2.2-liter turbo diesel and the company says it will be the most efficient land Rover ever produced, with a combined fuel consumption of 47.2mpg UK (equivalent to 39.2mpg U.S. and lt/100km 6.0) and 158g/km CO2 emissions.

"The new Land Rover Freelander 2 SD4 moves in the market very popular and highly competitive for the unity of two-wheeled SUV," said Land Rover managing director Phil Popham. "The European market with two-wheel drive SUV, is 23 percent of the segment and we intend to compete strongly here.

"A 2WD option is a way to develop the efficiency of our vehicles while adding to the Land Rover range and broaden our appeal to a wider group of customers. We will continue to be the" world's best all-terrain vehicles "for customers that require 4WD, but also now offer an alternative, "said Popham.

The Freelander 2 is updated set to go on sale in Britain in late September with other markets to follow suit.

Saturday, October 15, 2011

2012 Jaguar XF Facelift Makes World Premiere at New York Auto Show



The new model year carries nutrients and XF XFR Jaguar sedans, which have been revealed today at the world premiere of New York Auto Show. The British firm has rival BMW 5-Series was redesigned front and rear bodywork, with some subtle changes and for certain markets, especially in Europe, the introduction of a new four-cylinder turbo diesel.

Outside, a Jaguar XF tried to put in line with the new XJ, although some may see common themes with the original C-XF, especially in the front with the headlights and new designs incorporating thinner LED daytime running lights arranged in a characteristic signature Jaguar "J-Blade."

The 2012 XF benefits from revisions to the grille fenders, hood and front incorporating new triangular side vents, while Jaguar has also added more LED taillights tail light full stop and turn functions signal. In addition, the trunk lid trim has been redesigned. XFR bumpers and alloy wheels complete new style exterior makeover.

Inside, the changes are more subtle with the XF to have a new steering wheel, revised seats, custom indicators, and an optional 1200 Bowers & Wilkins Premium Sound System.

In North America, continues in 2012 with the XF range, which includes an existing engine 385ch 5.0-liter naturally aspirated V8 engine, a 470HP 5.0-liter V8 compressor and a turbocharged 5.0-liter V8 with 510HP to XFR.

In Europe and other markets, however, is the introduction of the Jaguar 2.2-liter four-cylinder turbo diesel AJ-i4D is a further development of the unit of Ford Land Rover Freelander. Oil burner puts out 190HP and 450 nm of peak torque, and is associated with a new 8-speed automatic.

Jaguar says that with this engine, the XF has reached 60 mph (96 km / h) in 8.0 seconds on its way to a top speed of 140 mph (225 km / h) while returning to the United Kingdom a 52.3mpg (equivalent to 43 mpg or 6 U.S. lt/100 5.4 km) on the EU combined cycle, making it the most affordable Jaguar ever. According to the manufacturer, it emits 149g/km of CO2 and Euro Stage V compliant.

*Live Photos Copyright Carscoop / Phil Alex

 
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