Volkswagen T5 Series received new engines

The German Hartmann - I must say that we had not heard much of it around here - we just introduced a comprehensive package of amendments to the Volkswagen T5. That is, that can be applied both to the Volkswagen Transporter, Multivan and, Caravelle and California, which are essentially the same vehicle adapted to different uses. The package includes customization is aesthetic enhancement. The name is not Hartmann Prime Volkswagen T5.

From the outside we see a huge 20-inch wheels wrapped in tires measures 275/35 R20. Lips are also added below the front and rear bumpers and each exhaust most striking breadsticks, instead of the exhaust hidden under the bumper which tends to have these vehicles. Inside there are not many changes, just some trim faux carbon fiber and new rugs.

A sports exhaust and sports suspension lowered by 30 mm - yeah, in a van does not make sense - are the prelude to severe potentiation for various engines. If our Volkswagen T5 2.0 TDI engine brings 140 hp 166 hp can enjoy and 395 Nm of torque. However, if you enjoyed the 177 hp 2.0 BiTDI power will grow to 212 hp, while torque grows to 460 Nm, figures close to a V6 turbo diesel.

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Opel Vauxhall Corsa gains More Powerful and Fuel Efficient Engines and Chassis Improvements

General Motors’ European division Opel and its sister company Vauxhall have revealed the revised 2010 Corsa that’s scheduled to go on sale in mainland Europe early next year and in the UK, from April. If you’re looking at the photos to discover what’s new about the 2010 Corsa, you’d better stop because Opel/Vauxhall didn’t change a thing on the vehicle’s exterior and interior design. Instead, the firm’s engineers focused on improving the subcompact hatch’s powertrains and handling characteristics.

The company claims the it has managed to reduce average consumption by 13.2 per cent across the range (excluding the OPC / VXR model) with 5 out of 6 engines emitting less than 125g/km.

The most fuel efficient model of the range is the new 1.3 CDTI 95HP diesel ecoFLEX model, which achieves 76.3mpg UK (63.5mpg US or 3.7lt /100km) on the combined cycle and 88.3mpg (73.5mpg US or 3.2lt /100km) on the extra urban cycle).

The diesel range also comprises of a 75HP version of the same 1.3 CDTi that emits 114g/km of CO2, and a more powerful 1.7 CDTi which now produces 130HP, yet drops 12g/km in CO2 emissions.

The tweaked 1.0-litre petrol engine gains an additional 5HP for a total of 65HP while CO2 emissions drop to 117g/km. The 1.2-litre petrol also gets a 5HP boost to 85HP while the 1.4-litre petrol now produces 100HP instead of 90HP and returns 51.4mpg (42.8mpg US or 5.4lt /100km), up from the current model’s 46.3mpg.

In addition, most models in the range get a new eco gearshift indicator housed within the instrument cluster.

Complementing the powertrain upgrades is a revised chassis with new set-ups for the steering and suspension systems.

The automaker’s engineers added softer springs in the front suspension, mated to an anti-roll bar with new bushes and an increased diameter to improve ride and control characteristics. Furthermore, the 2010 Corsa also gets revised damper settings all round, an optional re-tuned ESP system and enhanced steering geometry.

As far as the Vauxhall-badged version of the Corsa is concerned, the new model gains additional standard features such as cruise control and an on-board computer on the SE, SXi and SRi trim levels while the SRi, which starts at a lower price point, gets revised suspension settings, air conditioning, 17-inch five-spoke alloy wheels, and a VXR styling kit fitted as standard.

On-the-road prices for the 2010 Corsa in the UK start from £10,285 for the 1.0-liter 65HP ecoFLEX model and top off at £17,155 for the sporty 1.6-liter Turbo VXR.

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2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe Engines and performance

2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe: Engines and performance. The South Korean automaker Hyundai has starred in two major releases this year. One is the new Genesis Coupe that has established itself as the successor of the legendary coupe that has marked all history both within and around the world Hyundai automotive in general. But on the other side also has launched the new Elantra Coupe, the renewal of a model that first appeared in late 2010 and made a good impression from the start. The new Elantra will be found in the coupe and the GT version and this time we focus on the first option.

Hall was in Chicago this year when it announced the renewal of this model is about to hit the market. Image has been retouched slightly outside, to show a few lines in order to acquire and own their own personality. Some exterior changes can be recognized with the naked eye but has not made a radical change. Despite much criticism he suffered when was released for the first time a vehicle is being successful and the details have been tweaked to improve the product minimally, speaking of his aesthetic. The vehicle acquires characteristics similar to those found in the Renault Laguna Coupe.

On the other hand, did find significant changes in the interior and the mechanical part of the whole, most of them for greater driving safety and exemplary comfort for the driver to the other occupants. The technology becomes an increasingly important role to offer a better product in every respect.

Engines and performance
with the new Hyundai Elantra Coupe found one petrol engine, a DOHC 16V with an output of 150hp. This engine is called and 1,797 cubic centimeters and we found it available in version predecessor.

The 1.8 l engine is able to develop a maximum torque of 176 Nm. Also consists of a dual self-adjusting valve to ensure improved performance, and improve overall efficiency. Its maximum speed is 202 km / h and can accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h in 10.2 seconds.
With regard to fuel consumption, in the case of urban traffic, has a cost of 8.5 l/100km, trunk areas drops to 5.2 l/100km average consumption and therefore, remains at about 6.4 l/100km. Finally, CO2 emissions are 169 g/100km.

The Hyundai Elantra has established itself well within the segment, its outer silhouette contrasts coupe interior is roomy and well equipped, and despite having great rivals, like the new Honda Coupe, the arrival of the new Hyundai Elantra Coupe sure to have good response international markets, especially in the U.S. and in Europe. Such vehicles often convince drivers of both areas.

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