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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Kia Sportage Turns Green Diesel Hybrid Concept In Paris

The Show this week the Paris Motor Show, Kia Sportage, which displays the concept of eco light hybrids. Based on the latest generation of compact of South Korea's model SUV, the concept of hooks 1.7-liter engine Kia turbo diesel that produces 115 horsepower and 260-nm peak torque, engine power of 5 kW with a capacitor double layer.

Kia also made minor changes in the body to reduce drag Sportage, and add a low rolling resistance tires. According to the company, Sportage Mild Hybrid emits only 117 g / km of CO2. Kia does not release fuel economy estimates.
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2011MY Saab 9-3: Cleaner Diesel And New 163HP 2.0 Petrol XWD

The 2011 model year brings another set of improvements Saab has long been a replacement, 9-3, consists primarily of adjustments to the program diesel engine.

In particular, all three diesel models benefit from the advanced twin turbocharger technology, which not only helps to reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, but also adds a few more ponies. 1.9 liter turbo diesel engine series, is already 130HP TTiD unit, which replaces the previous engine 120HP, 160HP version, in which the site is 150HP engine, and the area-topping 180HP variant.

Saab said that the revised diesel engine and manual transmission, 9-3 sedan returns combined cycle fuel consumption of 4.5 lt/100km (62.8 mpg U.S. or 52.3mpg UK) and 119 g / km of CO2 emissions. For Wagon, the corresponding figures are 4.6 km and lt/100 122 g / km, and the Saab 9-3 Convertible, 160HP and 180HP diesel engine available, lt/100 5.1 km and 134 g / km.

To further optimize emissions and fuel consumption, Saab has also implemented a range of control efficiency, recalibrated the engine and the power, speed, revised low-resistance tires, improved aerodynamics, the rear of underbody deflector blades and reduced weight by using a lighter and healthier soundproofing materials.

Swedish car manufacturer, all turbo diesel line-up is also useful in some of these measures (no specific details are not published), while the average fuel consumption and reduce CO2 emissions by 7 percent.

For the 2011 model year, Saab is also introducing a new model of the gas line that combines a gasoline engine 163HP turbo Company XWD four-wheel drive system.

Other improvements for model year 9-3 includes the addition of a "gear change indicator in the instrument panel on all models, two new exterior colors, one of the perforated leather-wrapped wheels on Aero models, a system lock-up clutch on manual transmissions and the child seat anchor points, and new rear engine style badges after 9-5 Sedan.

The 2011MY Saab 9-3 will debut at the Paris Motor Show this month.

 

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New VW Up! Priced From £ 7995 In Britain

Despite the news! city ​​car will not be before the arrival in showrooms in spring 2012, Volkswagen announced today the pricing details for the British and opened the order book. The price of the 3.5 million long three-door model with a capacity of four starts at £ 7,995 for the basic version and amounts to £ 11 180 to the top of the online editions of white and black.

Up! will be available with two 1.0-liter three-cylinder engines with power outputs of 60hp and 75 hp, and three trim levels and two special editions.

The entry-Sit! specification includes front and side airbags, ABS, rear ISOFIX anchors for child seats, audio system with auxiliary input port, the body color bumpers, steel wheels and 14-inch daylight.

Move up (pun intended ...) Move the trim level that adds remote central locking, electric front windows, easy entry seats with height adjustment on the driver is the one and 60/40 folding rear seats, variable height boot-load floor and body color mirrors and door handles.

Moving an extra £ 360 is available with BlueMotion technology, which provides fuel-saving auto stop / start system, the regeneration of the batteries and low-resistance tires. VW claims that the consumption is reduced by 6% and CO2 emissions below 100 g / km mark (97 g / km), to relieve the owner the cost of road tax.

High in the publication of the most luxurious, heated front seats, leather steering wheel, gear knob and hand brake, electrically adjustable and heated, a selection of color charts, maps and more information and system entertainment, front fog lamps and wheels 15 inch alloy.

At launch, Volkswagen will also offer two special editions based on the model high. The £ 11 180 black and white variants are distinguished by their special black, white pearl or metallic paints, respectively, chrome mirrors and door strips rim, alloy wheels, 16 inches, custom upholstery and carpets and a table of edge of body color.

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