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Showing posts with label diesel. Show all posts
Diesel rush begins: VW Jetta TDI Officialy Out
Lovers of both fuel mileage and torque can finally rest easy, Volkswagen of America is now officially selling its 50-State-approved, clean diesel engine in either the Jetta sedan for $21,990 or Jetta SportWagen wrappers for $23,590. Equipped with the six-speed DSG transmission, both Jetta gets an EPA rating of 29 miles per gallon in the city and 40 on the highway. We expect to see better real-world numbers, though we're a bit wary of VW's advertising its alternate rating of 38/44 -- a number that is impossible to compare with anything else currently available. In any case, the $2,000 premium for the TDI engine will be lessened somewhat by the Fed's $1,300 tax credit which applies to either TDI model. Look for an early test of the oil-burner on these pages shortly.
Source: Volkswagen
Hybrid/Diesel Land Rover LRX
THIS is the first picture of the new “baby” Land Rover.
The car-like LRX blends the looks of a 4x4 with a coupé.
The car-like LRX blends the looks of a 4x4 with a coupé.
And it will be the “green” new face of Land Rover - exploding the myth of 4x4s as gas eating monsters.
It's diesel/hybrid engine will slash CO2 emissions and return 40 mpg when the car goes on sale in 2010.
It's diesel/hybrid engine will slash CO2 emissions and return 40 mpg when the car goes on sale in 2010.
Land Rover managing director Phil Popham says the LRX is described as a cross-coupé this gives “a powerful message” that the firm is serious about environment friendly vehicles.
He said “It’s a way of affirming the brand’s responsible approach."
The car, features lightweight materials, it is 5.9 ins shorter than the Freelander and 8.1 ins lower. Butstill a full four seater with wood and leather trim.
Sun Motoring Editor Ken Gibson said “It’s sensational and extends the brand into a new segment.”
Source: The Sun
Volkswagen Touareg R50 - a Review From Down Under
Volkswagen’s strident motto clearly and eloquently defines their love of the car, though when it comes to the ‘R’ designated models, one must surmise that this is no ordinary love. This is lustful and unadulterated passion.
Having driven the thrilling R32 earlier this year I was impressed at just how well balanced and centred a car it had become above that of the already outstanding Golf. Thanks to some brilliant engineering work the enhanced model is truly something to behold.
Not only had shoe-horning a 3.2 litre V6 in to the small hatch back made it go harder, but every other mechanical feature of the car complimented the package so well as a whole that parting with such splendid company was a very hard process indeed.
Having driven the thrilling R32 earlier this year I was impressed at just how well balanced and centred a car it had become above that of the already outstanding Golf. Thanks to some brilliant engineering work the enhanced model is truly something to behold.
Not only had shoe-horning a 3.2 litre V6 in to the small hatch back made it go harder, but every other mechanical feature of the car complimented the package so well as a whole that parting with such splendid company was a very hard process indeed.
Imagine then applying that level of enthusiasm and exhilaration to Volkswagen’s über four wheel drive, the Touareg. Now, that time has come.
Engine
Power bhp: 345
Torque lb-ft: 627
Type: Turbo-Diesel V10
Performance
Acceleration 0-60 mph: 6.7 Seconds
Top Speed: 146 mph
Full Review: Car Advice
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