Let´s talk about Cars: Der neue Nissan Leaf (2016)

Let´s talk about Cars: Elektromobilität, Vorurteile, Vorteile, Nachteile und der neue Nissan Leaf. Zusammen mit Daniel Bönnighausen bin ich den neuen Nissan Leaf gefahren, der ab 2016 in den Handel kommt. Dieses Modell verfügt nun über ein neues Infotainment-System und vor allem optional über eine 30 kWh-Batterie. Damit schafft der Nissan Leaf, laut NEFZ, eine Reichweite von 250 km. 170 realistische dürften also drin sein, mindestens 120.

Wir sind den Nissan Leaf im Umland von Nizza und Monaco gefahren, Berg rauf, Berg runter und dabei haben wir etwas über das Thema Elekromobilität, aber natürlich auch über den neuen Nissan Leaf siniert. Viel Spaß bei den nachfolgenden 42 Minuten.

Fun-Fact: Äusserlich erkennt man das „Facelift“ an der Antenne, auf der Waage an dem Mehrgewicht von 21 kg (wenn die 30 kWh Batterie verbaut ist) oder an einer optionalen neuen Farbe, denn den Nissan Leaf lässt man sich zwar nicht vergolden, aber immerhin in Bronze bestellen.

Den neuen Nissan Leaf, also den Leaf der 3. Generation stelle ich euch in ein paar Tagen hier auch noch mal etwas ausführlicher vor. Bevor ich den Artikel schreibe, dürft ihr nun Fragen stellen, denn schließlich möchte ich euren Ansprüchen hier ja auch gerecht werden. Was wollt ihr über den neuen Nissan Leaf wissen? Was interessiert euch brennend? Raus mit der Sprache, ich werde versuchen alle Fragen zu beantworten.

Fun-Fact: Äusserlich erkennt man das „Facelift“ an der Antenne, auf der Waage an dem Mehrgewicht von 21 kg (wenn die 30 kWh Batterie verbaut ist) oder an einer optionalen neuen Farbe, denn den Nissan Leaf lässt man sich zwar nicht vergolden, aber immerhin in Bronze bestellen.

Den neuen Nissan Leaf, also den Leaf der 3. Generation stelle ich euch in ein paar Tagen hier auch noch mal etwas ausführlicher vor. Bevor ich den Artikel schreibe, dürft ihr nun Fragen stellen, denn schließlich möchte ich euren Ansprüchen hier ja auch gerecht werden. Was wollt ihr über den neuen Nissan Leaf wissen? Was interessiert euch brennend? Raus mit der Sprache, ich werde versuchen alle Fragen zu beantworten.

Renault opens bookings for Kwid

NEW DELHI: Bookings for Renault Kwid, the upcoming small car by the French car maker, has been opened in select cities. The car, which is expected to be launched in time for the festive season, can be booked for an amount of Rs 25,000 to Rs 45,000, depending on the location of the dealer.

The entry level hatchback from Renault was unveiled in May this year in Chennai. The car is expected to be priced between Rs 3 lakh to Rs 4 lakh. The company has informed that localisation level in the car is close to 98 percent, which will help it price the vehicle competitively.

Kwid will be powered by three-cylinder 800cc engine which has been developed under Renault-Nissan alliance. It will also be the first car on the new CMF-A platform.

Renault at present has Pulse, Duster, Lodgy, Fluence and Koleos in its portfolio in India. While Duster and Lodgy have fared well, automaker's other cars have failed to garner expected numbers.

Mercedes Benz A Class

The front bumper of the new A-Class has become exactly like the one that was at the concept of the same name in 2011, a new false radiator grille as an option is now available in full-LED headlights, the rear lights are now not so much resemble a piece of soap, and changed the exhaust pipe rear amp. Added the version of Motorsport Edition, created in conjunction with the team in Formula 1 Mercedes-AMG Petronas and

repeating kit version A 45 AMG.

Mercedes-Benz A-Klasse

Inside, new instrument panel, the monitor-plate on the center became more than an inch (8 inches) and made friends with the Apple smartphone through CarPlay, improved trim materials and colors design, lumbar support is adjusted in the range of 60 mm, even in the basic A-Class and LED interior lighting now has a dozen different shades.

Mercedes-Benz A-Klasse

The range of petrol engines supplemented with a 1.6-liter turbocharged (!) Engine capacity of 102 hp (180 Nm). Now it's the cheapest version with index A 160. It accelerates to 190 km / h and accelerates from zero to 100 km / h in 10.4 seconds and 10.2 with the optional 7-speed robotized transmission 7G-DCT.

Mercedes-Benz A-Klasse

The most economical version was the hatchback A 180 d BlueEFFICIENCY Edition with 109 hp turbodiesel, consumes just 3.5 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers (or 89 grams of CO2 per kilometer). A version 220 d was the 7 hp powerful and now produces 177 LM, and gasoline A 250 Sport and the A 250 Sport 4MATIC now developing 218 hp instead of the previous 211 hp For version A 250 and A 250 Sport became available manual transmission.

Mercedes-Benz A-Klasse

All hatchbacks with "robot» 7G-DCT dual clutch now have a function Launch Assist, which helps to quickly start with the place. Changed design display economical driving style ECO display.

Mercedes-Benz A-Klasse

Charged version of the Mercedes-AMG A 45 4MATIC with a 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine became more powerful and now produces 381 hp and 475 Nm. It is possible to improve the dynamics of acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in 0.4 seconds (4.2 seconds), while the average consumption dropped to 6.9 liters per "hundred".

Mercedes-Benz A-Klasse

Updated Mercedes-Benz A-Class finally got an adjustable chassis Dynamic Select, which can operate in four modes: Comfort, Sport, Eco and Individual. The last driver himself sets the parameters of the various vehicle systems (steering, engine, suspension). Dynamic Select will be included in a list of basic equipment version A 200 d 4MATIC, A 220 4MATIC, A 220 d, A 220 d 4MATIC, A 250 4MATIC, A 250 Sport and the A 250 Sport 4MATIC, and for all hatchbacks with transmission 7G-DCT , body kit AMG Line or lowered suspension. By the way, Dynamic Select at the A 45 4MATIC mode instead of Eco - mode Sport +.

By the way, all of these changes, for sure, will soon appear on sedans Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class crossovers and GLA-Class.

- See more at: http://www.cars.ru/articles/new-autos/21268271#sthash.xxV8CmSx.dpuf

Mitsubishi’s 2016 Pajero Sport SUV Struts Its Rugged New Suit

In recent years, Mitsubishi has rather languished into obscurity; apart from the rally-bred Evolution X, there’s nothing in their lineup that I would call remotely desirable. 

The Mirage is cheap and awful, the Lancer is past its shelf expiry date; Pajero/Montero? - well that SUV makes the Lancer look fresh. Other offerings like theASX/Outlander Sport, Outlander and new Triton/L200 ute are the only vehicles luring buyers back to the Japanese carmaker. 

However, all is not lost; Mitsubishi are aware of their predicament and are hard at work developing new models to draw punters back to diamond-badged brand. One of these vehicles in particular is the all-newChallenger/Pajero Sport SUV - recently leaked online in ‘patent cgi’ form. It’s a vehicle that’s likely to do well for Mitsubishi, so I’ve taken an extended and illustrated look at what to expect.

Dynamic Shield Design:

One of the changes that Mitsubishi are making to lure punters back is employing a new ‘dynamic’ design language. Inspired by the GC-PHEV Concept, the new styling direction will help strengthen brand identity with more consistent aesthetics across the automaker’s lineup. 

For Challenger/Pajero Sport, the change starts with a new ‘Dynamic Shield’ front fascia. This embodies a very dominant upright chrome grille which curves inwards from the lower headlamps, then back-arcs outwards just above the fog lamps.  

As the fundamentals are shared with the new Triton / L200 truck, it retains that vehicle’s fender creases, front doors, hood, and windscreen.

On The Inside:

Much of the interior trim is also expected to be shared with the Triton, with exception of different trims and finishes. Compared with the out-going Pajero/Montero Sport, there’s more leg room and the cabin itself is bigger almost in every aspect. 

Expect flappy paddles - as seen in the Lancer and ASX; other goodies will also likely mirror the Triton’s. So cue push-button start, auto headlights, rain-sensing wipers, electric front seats, 6” touch screen with reversing camera and satellite navigation. 

What Could Drive It:

Powering it will be Mitsubishi’s new 2.4L MIVEC inter-cooled turbo diesel engine, that pumps out 135kW/181 horses of power and 437Nm/322 foot pounds of torque. Announcement of any petrol V6 versions will most likely be made further down the line. 

Power will be fed via new 6-speed manual and 5 speed automatic transmissions through Mitsubishi’s new generation Super Select 4WD II system. This has four driving modes including an locked 4WD mode. Torque distribution is split 40/60 front/rear in full time 4WD mode for improved handling. 

Market Positioning

As the Pajero Sport is pickup-based, its closest direct rivals are mainly found in Asia-Pacific and some European markets. These are the Toyota Fortuner, Ford Everest, Holden Colorado7/Isuzu MUX and Nissan’s newNavara-based SUV which is tipped to be currently in development. 

Don’t expect BMW X5-like handling dynamics as the Mitsubishi will be competing in a 7-seat SUV segment that’s more value orientated than the pinnacle of refinement. However if it looks good enough then it might just pull more punters back to the stagnant Japanese carmaker. A full reveal is tipped for later this year as a MY2016 model. 

Finally what do you think of it - yay or nay?  Tell us your views in the discussion area below. 

By Josh Byrnes

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