Peugeot 508

Peugeot 508 which embodies the essence of the Peugeot with its innovative design and high-quality full-featured is the latest cars on display at the Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS) 2011 in JIExpo, Kemayoran.

Peugeot 508 combines a powerful and efficient design, prestige. The interface is dynamic, comfortable interior create alerts manufacturer from France is a quality car.

“With the presence of Peugeot 508, we reaffirmed our presence and ambition it calls a large sedan segment, especially in the Indonesian market. 508 is a modern vehicle, perfect, and in tune with the aspirations of a dynamic executive, really appreciate the time and responsible and always look elegant, “explained Herlijoso as Chief Astra Peugeot.

To improve comfort, the Peugeot 508 is equipped with dual zone air conditioning and rear vents, cruise control with speed limiter, RD5 audio system, and Bluetooth telephone and audio connector.

Peugeot 508 Turbo also uses ET6CDT engine, 16 valve, VVT, a capacity of 1598 cc. This machine is claimed to be capable of producing power 156hp/5800 Nm/1400 rpm with torque of 240 rpm.

“By having a technology owned, 508 can produce CO2 168 (g/km) and meets the standards and EURO 5. Our car is also a display for the first time in IIMS 2011, “said Herlijoso.

Honda CR-Z

Honda CR-Z became the official sponsor for Honda Racing Corporation Team in MotoGP. Honda CR-Z sports car is Honda’s first hybrid, which was launched in 2010.

This car managed to become Japan Car of the Year (JCOTY) 2010-2011. Honda CR-Z is beraura racing where in late 2010, the Honda CR-Z had dropped at the SEMA event in Las Vegas, United States and also the Thunderhill 25 Hours in San Francisco, USA.

In 2011, the Honda CR-Z back down in the race that is in session Le Mans vers le Futur; special session for cars racing future in a series of events Le mans 24 Du heures.

Then proceed with the inauguration of the Honda CR-Z as one of the sponsors for the team of HRC supporters in the most prestigious motor racing event in the world, MotoGP. The logo of the Honda CR-Z was on the third racing uniform mainstay HRC rider, Dani Pedrosa, Casey Stoner and Andrea Dovizioso.

“Honda CR-Z has the sporty look of the perfect marriage of technology and hybrid cars from Honda and our racing technology in the Moto GP is the perfect blend between the two,” said Shuhei Nakamoto, Executive Vice President of HRC.

“Honda CR-Z is designed with three modes of control that is able to provide pleasure in driving and in addition it also has lower emissions levels,” said Tom Gardner, General Manager of Honda Motor Europe.

Chevrolet Cruze Diesel

The use of diesel-fueled cars is gaining momentum in the United States. The giant U.S. car manufacturer General Motors, also took part and will assemble the Chevrolet Cruze diesel version to complete the line-up of the Cruze in 2013.

Cruze himself became one of GM’s most popular products. Total U.S. sales in June reached 24,896 units, and average sales in the last five months to reach 20 thousand units.

Chevrolet Cruze diesel will join the Eco, with a standard six-speed manual transmission. GM Cruze Eco claims as are the vehicles gas-powered/non-hybrid most fuel-efficient, with EPA average 42mpg on the highway.

“General Motors has become a global leader in diesel engine technology and this announcement is great news for American consumers. We can predict the Cruze Diesel will score big hits in the U.S.,” says Allen Schaeffer, Executive Director of Diesel Technology Forum.

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Nissan Altima 2012

The fourth-generation Nissan Altima continues to get good enough sales within five years of production. Nissan hopes that achievement is maintained in the model Nissan Altima 2012.

Nissan Altima 2012 that sixth year of production is rumored to be coming with some changes. Only the price will be slightly more expensive with the technology package that is claimed to have been very affordable.

Nissan says that the new Altima Sedan 2.5 CVT will go on sale USD20.410, up USD 140 from the 2011 model. At 2.5 S CVT was also up USD140 with a base price USD22.570. While the 3.5 SR CVT i for USD25.430 or more expensive USD320 than the model 2011.

Altima Coupe also gets a new pricing for the Altima Coupe 5.3 USD30.760 SR with six-speed manual transmission. That’s more expensive than the model USD210 2011 and USD2.330 more expensive than the Altima Coupe 3.5 SR with CVT transmission.

Other packages offered include Bluetooth, leather wrapped steering wheel, audio controls, auto-dimming rearview mirrors and headlights.

New BMW M5 2012

The BMW car manufacture has decided to officially reveal the details of BMW M5 2012.

The fifth-generation BMW M5 2012 powered engines will be supported 560hp at 6000 rpm and maximum torque of 510 lb-ft (680 Nm). Much power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a seven-speed M Double Clutch Transmission from Drivelogic.

The combination makes the new BMW M5 is able to sprint to 62 mph (100km/jam) within 4.4 seconds. And to reach 124 mph (200km/jam), New M5 is only takes 13 seconds!

Although the top speed can be electronically limited to 155 mph (250km/jam), but the driver pack brings the BMW M5 to penetrate the speed of 189mph (305km/jam). In addition, the new M Drive button on the steering wheel allows the configuration for driving two packages.

Increase of 10 percent in power output can seem too little, but reduces fuel consumption by 30 percent, to 9.9 liter/100km (28.5 mpg imp). With these advantages, direct M5 sedan turned into one of the most desirable to have perform in its class.

Mostly, the advantages possessed this sedan is a blessing Extensive Efficient Dynamics technology that is used, including the functions of Auto Start-Stop and Brake Energy Regeneration.

In the interior, we find new designs such as leather-covered center console; M sports seats, leather upholstery Merino with extended features, Aluminium interior trim strips exclusive Trace, BMW Individual roof liner in Anthracite, electrically operated by steering column adjustment , four-zone automatic climate control and ambient light.

In addition, several options are available other devices such as Comfort Access, M multifunction seats, active seats, automatic door with a soft close function, hands-free tailgate opening, an electric glass roof, and the trailer coupling.

Also, in terms of driver assistance systems and mobility services, The New BMW M5 came with M-specific Head-Up Display as standard, Adaptive Headlights for standard xenon light, High-Beam Assistant, BMW Night Vision with pedestrian recognition, Lane Departure Warning System , Surround View, Speed ​​Limit Info, Internet usage, integration is connected to the smartphone and music player, real-time traffic information and an application to receive the Radio Web and using Facebook and Twitter.

Nissan Lafesta Highway Star

Nissan and Mazda suggests their collaboration in the manufacturing Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) that has been bound in January. This time the Mazda5 MPV, which in essence is marketed in Europe and North America will go to Japan.

Transformation of the Mazda5 to Nissan Lafesta Highway Star looks simple. On the outside of the Nissan gives a new twist on the hood, lights and bumpers, and logos. While Mazda’s Zoom-Zoom smoothed profile and chrome-plated strip to the rear lights.

Nissan Lafesta Highway Star equipped with 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine is paired with two automatic transmission system. First, the five-speed model with front-wheel drive (FWD) and four-acceleration with four-wheel drive (AWD).

As reported by Autoevolution, Nissan offers a choice of five colors including existing like black, white and gray. In addition there are three options for alloy wheels though none of these models have an attractive design.

The price offered by the Japanese market from USD24.650 to USD30.700. The sales target of Nissan Lafesta Highway Star reached 1,200 units per month.

Audi R8 Spyder GT

Audi has officially launched the GT variant claimed lightweight version but high performance, Audi R8 Spyder GT.

Power from the 2.5-liter V10 engine upgraded from 518bhp to 552bhp, and travel a 0-62mph time to 3.8 sec. Maximum speed increased to 197mph with six-speed transmission relies on the R-tronic.

Audi also cut weight 85kg of weight all-wheel drive. R8 Spyder GT weighs just 1640kg. Especially with the application of cabronfibre for some body panels, a modified front spoiler, rear spoiler and rear bumper.

Other changes included in the gray titanium, the front splitter, revised front bumper, red GT badges, exhaust tailpipes, the enlarged rear diffuser and rear lights LE.

While the interior dominated by black. Deemed to be ballast car is the addition of bucket seats that weighs 31.5 kg.

Like the previous version of the Coupe GT, Audi R8 Spyder GT production will be limited as much as 333 units. Only about 10 percent of the total will be sold in the UK.

Kia Sorento

This model is experiencing growth of 10 points in the index ALG, to 58 percent of the original manufacturers retail price (MSRP) for 36 months of ownership. With the new 2.4L engine, this car proved to be the preferred choice of consumers.

With gas prices reaching USD 4 per gallon, fuel became one of the important things that can affect consumer decision making in buying a new car.

Kia Sorento with GDI engine can increase horsepower, with lower emissions. Efficient use of fuel also has exceptional category with the results of 32 miles per gallon on the highway.

Kia Sorento Prices 2012 will start from USD 21.250. With that value the consumer will get a car with standard amenities like air conditioning, power windows, door locks and mirrors, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, a free service for three months, eight Bluetooth wireless technology and MP3 connection.

Pentastar, a New Jeep Wrangler

Good news from the Jeep Wrangler is finally launched the brand new variants, 3.6-liter V6 Pentastar for model 2012.

Since 2007, the Wrangler has been struggling in the class 3.8-liter V6 engine, which replaces the old engine type 4.0-liter inline six. To be sure, the most interesting news is the four-speed automatic Wranger will be replaced by a five-speed unit.

All units are quite nice. The problem is, why the Wrangler is still playing in the realm of five-speed, when all producers are developing a standard six-speed?

In other cases, the 2012 Wrangler is synonymous with the unit power train 2011 Grand Cherokee which is the engine with 290 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. Luckily 2012 Grand Cherokee will uses the six-speed automatic to replace the five-speed model 2011.

Award to the Ford Focus

Excellent design and advanced technology owned Ford Focus continues to reap the performance. More recently Diesel Car magazine gave awards to the Ford Focus and other models made ​​by manufacturers from Michigan, is the Ford Mondeo Titanium.

The award is given because a British magazine rate the Ford Focus has the best diesel engine type ie 1.6 and 2.0 L on the Ford Focus TDCi models.

“Ford Focus has the best handling of the most dynamic of the other models in its class.” said Diesel Car magazine editor Ian Robertson, as reported by Autoevolution.

While the new Ford Mondeo which uses a diesel engine at the beginning of this year able to remove the remaining diesel combustion of 65.7 mpg and produces 114g CO2/km. These results occupy Mondeo at best ranked in the medium car segment. Ford Mondeo own 1.6-liter TDCi engine equipped with standard features auto-start-stop.

“Mondeo provide good driving dynamics. The car is agile and quiet because good handling and excellent streering.” Robertson said again.