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We haven't heard much about Skoda's seven-seat crossover lately but a new report is indicating it is about to be green-lighted.
According to company insiders who spoke to Autocar, the model will be launched in late 2016 and be priced to compete with the Hyundai Santa Fe.
Development work continues on the Toyota Auris Cross as our spies have snapped new pictures of the upcoming model.
Toyota has remained tight-lipped about the car but is expected to be off-road inspired variant that will appeal crossover buyers. As a result, the prototype has an increased ride height and larger alloy wheels.
Mitsubishi has introduced the facelifted Pajero in Japan.
Modestly revised, the updated model features a new front fascia with a revised grille. Additional changes are limited but higher-end variants gain LED daytime running lights and a new spare tire cover.
Our spies have sent us a new batch of shots with the next generation Volkswagen Touran caught undergoing testing in Germany.
Making the switch to the MQB platform, Volkswagen's third generation Touran is bound to lose some serious weight (up to 100 kg) even though the model is set to grow in size. Expect a stretched wheelbase granting more interior cabin room as well as a more generous trunk to haul all the family's cargo.
Mercedes' Head of Development for the C-Class Estate has revealed some new details about the C-Class Plug-in Hybrid.
In an interview with Motoring, Ralf Rossmanith said the model is still undergoing testing but has returned a fuel economy rating of approximately 2.0L/100km (117.6 mpg US / 141.2 mpg UK) with CO2 emissions of less than 50 g/km. Final specifications are still pending but Rossmanith said the model currently has a 30 km (18.6 miles) electric-only range but that could be increased to 50 km (31 miles) for the Chinese market.
BMW has announced plans to develop a wireless inductive charging system for their plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles.
Set to arrive in the mid-term, the system will consist of a floor-mounted base plate and an extremely lightweight charging coil at the bottom of the car. BMW says the system will have a charging rate of 3.6 kW and an efficiency factor of over 90 percent. While this isn't as good as a conventional charger, the company says a plug-in hybrid vehicle can be fully charged in less than three hours. In the future, the charging rate could increase to 7 kW which would significantly reduce that time.
New details are starting to emerge about the Volvo V40 Polestar.
According to Auto Express, the hot hatch will use the turbocharged and supercharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine from the 2015 XC90. It will reportedly produce 315 bhp (234 kW) and enable the car to accelerate from 0-60 mph in less than six seconds before hitting a limited top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).
Alfa Romeo CEO Harald Wester has revealed the company could offer a high-performance 4C.
Speaking to Car & Driver, Wester said the turbocharged 1.75-liter four-cylinder engine is "only at 136 horsepower per liter, so there is space" for additional power. The executive went on to say the car's carbon fiber monocoque can handle some extra oomph but the company would add high-performance brakes to match the upgraded engine.
Ford has unveiled the 2015 Focus ST, ahead of its debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Looking instantly recognizable, the facelifted model is distinguished by modified bumpers, a new hood and slimmer headlights. The car has also been equipped with restyled fog lights and new 18-inch alloy wheels.
Following an announcement made at the end of last year, Seat has introduced a more rugged version of the Leon ST called "X-Perience."
This new Leon ST derivative brings a +15mm increased ride height and additional plastic body cladding to create a more rugged appearance also enhanced by the front and rear aluminum underbody protection. It comes with black anodized roof rails and can be equipped with 17- or 18-inch unique alloy wheels while the side profile shows beefier door sills.
A recent report says Toyota Avensis’ future is in doubt.
Didier Leroy, Toyota’s European boss, told Automotive News Europe the mid-sized car would be excluded from the company's plans to offer a hybrid version of every model sold in Europe by 2020.
Mazda's upcoming entry-level crossover has been rendered with styling influences from the Hazumi concept.
Mazda with its Kodo design language has done a very nice job in terms of styling for the CX-5 and some of those looks should rub off onto its smaller sibling, the CX-3. Seen here is a render influenced by the Hazumi concept showing an appealing city-oriented crossover set to go up against the likes of Nissan Juke and Renault Captur.
Ford has taken the wraps off the 2015 Explorer.
Set to go on sale later this month, the updated model features 18-inch aluminum wheels, a Class III trailer tow package (on the Explorer Sport) and three new exterior colors including Bronze Fire Metallic Tinted Clearcoat, Caribou Metallic and Magnetic Metallic.
Carlsson has introduced their new tuning program for the facelifted Mercedes E-Class.
Looking tastefully restrained, the model can be equipped with a new front spoiler, revised side skirts and a rear bumper with an "RS style" diffuser. The company also offers a rear spoiler, a variety of wheels and a sport exhaust system that creates a "sonorous" sound.
BMW has released the first pictures of the 2015 X6 equipped with the M Sport package.
Designed to appeal to customers who prefer a little less bling, the M Sport variant has an aerodynamic body kit that includes a new front bumper, revised side skirts and a rear diffuser insert. Other highlights include a matte aluminum grille, chrome exhaust tips and body color wheel arches. The crossover also has shadow line trim, an Adaptive M suspension and 19-inch lightweight alloy wheels.
The next generation of the Volkswagen Jetta will allegedly be offered in no less than four body styles.
According to British magazine CAR, the all-new Jetta lineup will grow and is expected to include a sedan, estate and a rugged Alltrack derivative. Apparently these three body styles have already been approved but a source close to Volkswagen's headquarters in Wolfsburg says the company is currently considering a fourth member.
Several brochure scans with the 2015 Dahiatsu Copen have surfaced the web ahead of an official reveal set for next month.
Back in November last year Daihatsu introduced the Kopen concept at the Tokyo Motor Show, announcing its intentions of bringing back the kei car in 2015. Last month several teaser images were released hinting at an imminent official reveal of the production version which is slated to reach the market next year.
Lincoln has announced pricing details for the 2015 Navigator which can be had from 62,475 USD.
The all-new Navigator was unveiled earlier this year at Chicago Auto Show and it's set to reach dealerships at the beginning of fall from 62,475 USD, including destination and delivery charges. For this money clients will be getting the V6 3.5-liter EcoBoost engine which pumps out 380 bhp (283 kW) and 460 lb-ft (623 Nm) of torque. It works with a 6-speed SelectShift automatic gearbox and enables the vehicle to provide a towing capacity of 9,000 lbs.