2014 BMW X4 Concept

2014 BMW X4 is the Concept a preview of his next SUV model, which will start next year.

With the X5 BMW is started into the of the luxury SUV segment in 1999 and could equal to celebrate large successes. Spurred From the success have the Bavaria the X series constantly expands, first through the X3, then came the BMW X1 and last the X6, of the first SUV with Coupé-character.

Now BMW shows first time the BMW X4 than Concept-Car, the is intended then expand the X-model family next year. The X4 is the sportier variant of the X3 and can convince such as the X6 with a coupe-like line leadership. In comparison to the X6 the line leadership of the X4 Concept is but failed more harmonious and he acts even more dynamic already in stand.

The sporty character arises but not only by the line leadership, but also through the proportions. With a Longer of 464.8 and a width of 191.5 cm BMW creates at a height of 162.2 cm insert a very beefy and dynamic appearance of his new SUV.

The design also takes already many elements of the next-generation X3 anticipated. The design of front and rear panel features LED lights gives a good view of the direction in which the design of the next models will go.

Very good work, the 21 "wide bi-color alloy wheels, which will be available as an option in the standard version. Though BMW the concept X4 even dubbed as a concept car, it is already very close to the production version. Only small detail changes are the then differ from the new X4 Concept Car.

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2014 Ford Transit Courier

Ford expands its commercial vehicle model family with a new entry-level model, the 2014 Ford Transit Courier.

The redesign of the family of Ford commercial vehicle is moving along rapidly, now also the new Transit Courier was presented, which is to complement the model family at the bottom.

Was developed during the larger Transit Connect is based on the Ford Focus, the Ford Courier in transit as a base. This is clear from the first look at the front end, which is held in the dynamic look of the Ford Fiesta.

But the rest of practical city van follows its very own line, especially the tail presents itself very self and dynamic for a van.

It is the transit couriers can despite dynamic optics inspire an even better load capacity. With a load floor length of 162 cm, the smallest model in the range of Ford commercial vehicle presents very spacious. Those who choose the optional grid-partition between the cockpit and storage space can, by the folding front passenger seat even up to 2.59 meters long transport objects. With a vehicle length of 4.16 meters to 2.3 cubic meters of load volume are available.

A sliding side door also facilitates the loading of the page. In the cargo area offer numerous mounting points in the body space for the installation of shelving systems or installation. An LED charge room lighting is also optionally available.

The driver can also look forward to a very modern workplace, which has many practical shelves, especially the "mega-center" console.

With the engine, customers can choose between two diesel and a petrol variant. All engines feature turbocharging with advanced direct injection technology and a start / stop system. The two Duratorq TDCi diesel with 1.5 and 1.6 liters have an output of 75 hp (55 kW) or 95 hp (70 kW), which has 1.0-liter EcoBoost three-cylinder gasoline 100 hp () 74 kW.

Well equipped, the small town delivery is also in terms of safety. In addition to ABS and ESP are also side, head and knee airbags are available. Optionally, there is also the Ford SYNC system with emergency assistant or even a reversing camera.

In addition to the van version of the Transit Courier is also available in a version with a car 60:40 divisible rear seat options. Prices and an exact launch date for the new City-vans were not yet known.

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2014 Mercedes-Benz B Class Electric Drive

In New York, the B-Class celebrated its world premiere with an electric drive, from 2014 it will also be available. Called 2014 Mercedes-Benz B Class Electric Drive.

Mercedes-Benz has in New York, the B-Class Electric Drive presented with a purely electric drive. The electric drive is to be the only drive variant in which the Mercedes B-Class in the U.S. will be available.

It is driven by an electric car around 136 hp (100 kW) electric motor that has a peak torque of 310 Nm, which is equal to the start available. So shall the acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h may be possible in less than 10 seconds, top speed is at 160 km / h electronically limited.

The range is expected to be at around 200 kilometers, according to Mercedes, the B-Class Electric Drive needs to be plugged. Doing so, the charging time of the lithium-ion battery for around 100 kilometers is less than 2 hours.

So ought short stops and purchases enough to get back on a further distance. Inside, you can see the electric version of the B-Class, especially on modified speedometer, instead of where to find a tachometer display to the energy flow.

The driver can check the charge status of the battery but also on smartphones, so choose an appropriate route before driving.

In North America, the New Mercedes B-Class Electric Drive will be on the market in early 2014, a little later, the electrically powered B-Class will then come to Europe.

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2015 Subaru WRX Concept

At the International Auto Show in New York shows the 2015 Subaru WRX Concept, which already could soon go into production.

The WRX models. At Subaru has a long history in New York, the Japanese manufacturer is now demonstrating how the next Subaru WRX Impreza model might look like on-base

It relies on his trusty Subaru Blue and the typical air scoop on the hood, but to a whole new design. The designers should have taken their inspiration from there some other manufacturers.

In the front section, Jaguar traits have mixed in, and the rear lights are strongly reminiscent of those of the latest Aston Martin models. The mix is very good but the Subaru.

With the beefy front and the wide wheel arches, the 445 cm-long sedan has potential to clear the left lane free.

Although Subaru has never betrayed on the performance of the new Subaru WRX, so one can assume that the next WRX back on the tried and tested all-wheel drive feature and the previous model is set at the performance figures in the shadows.

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