Skoda Fabia Scout model year 2010

Skoda Fabia Scout model year 2010 

Škoda Auto has presented first photographs of the Škoda Fabia Scout  a vehicle that had its world premiere at the 2009 International Geneva Motor Show The design of the brand new Scout includes distinct features and cool looking protective elements  thus giving the small cars segment often looked at primarily from the perspective of functionality and economy some new emotional dimensions A uniquely shaped bumper and plastic guards give this new version of Škoda's popular estate more robust features  On top of all that protective elements on the sides of the body and a silver roof rack underline the Škoda Fabia Scout's bold shape

Four engines are available for the new Škoda Fabia Scout two petrol units  1.4 litres  63 kW (86 HP  fuel consumption 6.5l/100km and 1.6 litres 77 kW (105 HP  fuel consumption 6.9l/100km  the latter will also come with a six speed transmission  and two diesel engines (1.4 litres 59 kW (80 HP  fuel consumption 4.6l/100km and the top-class 1.9 litre engine offering 77 kW (105 HP and a fuel consumption of 4.9l/100km both diesel engines can be fitted with a diesel particulate filter.

The dominant element of the interior is the Scout-specific upholstery  Lose woven carpets and the vehicle's tail bear the Scout sign  The pedals have a stainless steel surface with anti-slip heavy duty rubber elements

The Škoda Fabia Scout is fitted with Arktos lightweight alloy wheels designed specially for this model  As an optional equipment item  the customer can choose seventeen inch wheels of the same design instead of the sixteen inch standard version  Other distinctive features of the Škoda Fabia Scout include fog lamps  with corner design and tinted windows

Extending the very popular Scout portfolio the vehicle will be available from late May 2009

Skoda Fabia Scout model year 2010

Skoda Fabia Scout model year 2010

Skoda Fabia Scout model year 2010

Skoda Fabia Scout model year 2010

Subaru Impreza STI Cosworth CS400 model year 2011

Subaru Impreza STI Cosworth CS400 model year 2011

The new Subaru Impreza STI Cosworth CS400 is the result of one of the most eagerly anticipated automotive collaborations in recent times The first genuine Cosworth developed road car since 1996 the latest limited edition Impreza offers performance car fans the thrill of a lifetime combined with exclusivity  production will be restricted to 75 cars.

The Cosworth-tuned turbocharged vehicle is one of the world's most accelerative hatchbacks The renowned 2.5 litre turbocharged  Boxer engine is transformed to produce 33 per cent more power drawing heavily on Cosworth's extensive Formula 1 experience. The engine which drives all four wheels via a six-speed manual gearbox  boasts an impressive 400 ps and the new model reaches 62 mph in just 3.7 seconds, going on to cover a quarter mile in 12.75 seconds at a terminal speed of 107 mph Top speed is limited to 155mph

The Subaru Impreza STI Cosworth CS400 features an extensive range of Cosworth engineered components in the engine turbo system exhaust suspension brakes and wheels plus subtle improvements to the exterior and interior styling to create a truly distinctive high performance car with everyday hatchback practicality

Marketed exclusively in the UK in right-hand drive form, the Subaru Impreza STI Cosworth CS400 is available in a choice of three exterior colours  Spark Silver Dark Grey and San Remo Red and is priced from £49,995 on the road

Engine delivers a 33 per cent power hike

At the heart of the new Subaru Cosworth Impreza is a heavily revised version of the marque's famous horizontally opposed all aluminium Boxer engine The  flat four  power unit is removed from the car hand finished, and several internal and ancillary components are replaced with up rated items specified by Cosworth

As with all Impreza  Boxer engines the STI Cosworth unit features twin overhead camshafts per cylinder bank  DOHC plus an Active Valve Control System  AVCS to deliver variable valve timing and enhance low speed pulling power

The focus of the Cosworth engine upgrade was to keep the enhancements simple  efficient and as close as possible to the original equipment design to guarantee reliability and easy maintenance at regular Subaru dealerships

Internal upgrades include high performance pistons which are manufactured using the same methods as those employed to create Cosworth's Formula 1 pistons  Special features reduce carbon build up minimise friction and reduce weight

Forged connecting rods are made from high-strength 4340  EN24 steel and the special Cosworth engine bearings boast a unique combination of design metallurgy and engineering Heavy duty cylinder head studs high-performance multi layered head gaskets and a higher pressure oil pump are also fitted

The overall result is a huge increase in torque higher up the rev range and significantly improved in gear acceleration This not only makes the Impreza more tractable for day-to-day road use but also a far sharper tool on the race track

New turbocharger and  breathe easy exhaust systems

An all-new Cosworth turbocharging system features a new compressor design and wastegate actuator to supply up-rated boost pressure and deliver increased power

A unique exhaust system was developed to allow the engine to  breathe more easily and unleash its full potential Larger capacity tubular manifolds and increased diameter downpipes speed up the evacuation of hot gases The first catalyst is a non restrictive design and larger tail pipes give the exhaust note a unique tone

After the in-depth Cosworth performance upgrade which includes an ECU re-map the boxer engine in the CS400 generates 33 per cent more power  400 ps at 5,750 rpm, compared with 300 ps at 6,000 rpm for the standard Subaru Impreza WRX STI and 542 Nm of torque while remaining within the torque capacity design limits of the original Impreza drivetrain

Manual transmission and All Wheel Drive system

To handle the increased power of the Cosworth-tuned engine the Subaru Impreza STI's six speed manual transmission has carbon synchromesh applied to the top three ratios and a short throw linkage for quicker shifting

There is also an upgraded single-plate clutch with a revised pressure plate bearing and disc The gearbox and final drive ratios are unchanged.

The Subaru Cosworth Impreza's full time All-Wheel Drive transmission with front and rear limited slip differentials features a 50/50 front to rear torque split as the default  however the torque split is varied electronically according to changing conditions  The multi mode Driver Control centre differential with viscous coupling senses which axle has the better grip and varies the split ratio in milliseconds to distribute torque accordingly thus maximising traction and minimising the possibility of wheelspin

Fine tuned suspension

Improving the Subaru Cosworth Impreza's handling, steering feel and driver feedback  without compromising ride comfort  was a primary target for the development team

Retaining Subaru's original suspension layout and major components Cosworth and a team of chassis engineers collaborated with Bilstein and Eibach technicians to tailor a ride handling steering package that was ideally matched to the new model's increased performance

Special Eibach coil springs and new Bilstein inserts featuring unique damping characteristics were manufactured to Cosworth's specifications The ride height was lowered by 10 mm at the front

The benefits of this fettling are twofold. Firstly there is a big improvement in ride quality generally making the Impreza easier to live with on a day to day basis  Secondly its on the limit behaviour is more focused and composed The damping upgrades mean that there is less pitch and roll when turning into corners meaning that keen drivers can get back on the power earlier and make the most of the car's Symmetrical All-Wheel-Drive system

Upgraded  racing brakes enhance stopping power

To match the new Subaru Impreza Cosworth's supercar pace Cosworth commissioned AP Racing to develop more powerful front brakes Larger diameter (355 mm ventilated front discs were adopted with motorsport-style six pot callipers featuring bespoke pistons operating on larger brake pads

The difference in performance is immediately noticeable The harder pads help to minimise fade meaning that drivers can count on the AP stoppers for effective retardation time and time again

The standard Subaru Impreza WRX STI's rear brake discs overall brake balance and original ABS system have been retained

 Stand out looks plus new style wheels

The outstanding performance of the Subaru Impreza Cosworth is reflected in its  stand out appearance and standard Xenon headlamps The lowered ride height and wider track give the car a whole new stance which is reinforced by a new shape front bumper new fog lights, upper and lower mesh grilles and a new rear spoiler

Discreet Cosworth badging is carried on the lower grille front seats brake callipers and floor mats Individually numbered plaques are fitted on the engine and door sills  Each Subaru Impreza STI Cosworth CS400 is supplied with a numbered certificate of authenticity

Although the new model's alloy wheels are a similar overall size to those of the regular Impreza WRX STI model  18 x 8.5 inch  they are lighter and stronger Called  Pro Race  and finished in anthracite the latest wheels from the Team Dynamics range were selected as compatible with the Subaru's five-stud design. These wheels have a 43 mm offset  the standard STI wheel's offset is 55 mm and extend the track by 12 mm   improving handling and filling the car's wheel arches more effectively for a more aggressive stance

The new wheels are fitted with high performance low profile Michelin SP3 tyres chosen for their dry and wet-road grip durability, and low noise levels Tyre size is 245/40 R18 and the tread pattern is directional

Interior modifications and generous premium equipment

Inside the sporty new Recaro front seats the rear seats and steering wheel are all re trimmed in Cosworth-branded black leather Also distinguishing the CS400 are Piano Black centre stack and trim accents and the fitment of privacy glass

Standard features carried over from the WRX STI model include LED  light emitting diode tail lamps front and rear electric windows, 10-speaker, six-disc radio/CD player  satellite navigation Smart entry and push button start plus front side and curtain airbags

Full ownership benefits

The new Subaru Impreza STI Cosworth CS400 comes with the reassurance of a three year or 36,000 mile warranty, plus 12 year anti corrosion cover and three year paintwork warranty

This is in addition to three years membership of Subaru Assistance  a comprehensive home and roadside repair and recovery package throughout the UK and Europe administered by Mondial Assistance

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

    Body and Chassis
        Five door five seat hatchback, with all steel unitary construction body shell  Longitudinally mounted petrol boxer engines driving the front and rear wheels  AWD  via a six speed manual transmission
    Engine
        STI 2.5-litre / 400 PS
        Name Subaru Boxer
        Type DOHC horizontally opposed 'flat four'
        Capacity 2.5 litres, 2457 cc
        Bore & Stroke  99.5 x 79.0 mm
        Compression ratio 8.2:1
        Max power 400 PS  295 kW @ 5,750 rpm
        Max torque 542 Nm  400 lb.ft @ 3,950 rpm
        Valves 16  4-per-cylinder with Dual AVCS
        Fuel system Multi-point injection
        Construction: Aluminium cylinder block and heads
        Emissions class Euro Stage 5
    Transmission
        Manual Six-speed
        Gear Ratios
            1: 3.636:1
            2: 2.235:1
            3: 1.590:1
            4: 1.137:1
            5: 0.891:1
            6: 0.707:1
            Reverse: 3.545:1    

    Final Drive (rear): 3.900:1
    Drivetrains
        Full-time all-wheel drive with centre differential and viscous coupling, plus Vehicle Dynamics Control Rear limited slip differential Front limited slip differential and Si Drive adjustable centre differential
    Suspension & Damping
        Front Fully independent subframe mounted MacPherson Struts with Eibach coil springs and gas filled Bilstein shock absorbers Anti-roll stabiliser bar
        Rear Fully independent subframe-mounted Multi-Link Eibach coil springs and Bilstein gas filled shock absorbers  adjustable anti-roll bar
    Steering
        Type Electric power-assisted rack & pinion
        Gearing 2.5 turns lock-to lock
        Turning circle 11.0 m
    Brakes
        Front 355 x 32 mm ventilated discs with 6 pot callipers
        Rear 316 x 20 mm vented discs with single pot callipers
        ABS Four-Channel anti-lock system with EBD
    Wheels & Tyres
        Alloy 18 x 8.5 inch with 245 / 40 R18 directional tyres
    Dimensions
        Overall length 4,415 mm
        Overall width: 1,795 mm  excluding door mirrors)
        Overall height 1,475 mm
        Wheelbase 2,625 mm
        Front track 1,530 mm
        Rear track 1,540 mm
        Ground clearance 140 mm
    Capacities  all models
    Fuel tank 60 litres
    Luggage  VDA
        301 litres  rear seats up
        1,216 litres  rear seats down
    Weights
        Curb weight  min 1,505 kg
        Gross weight 1,980 kg
    Performance
        Top speed 155 mph / 250 km/h  electronically limited  

       0-62 mph / 0-100 km/h: 3.7 s

 Subaru Impreza STI Cosworth CS400 model year 2011

 Subaru Impreza STI Cosworth CS400 model year 2011

Subaru Impreza STI Cosworth CS400 model year 2011 Photo from the inside

Suzuki Grand Vitara 3-door model years 2009

Suzuki Grand Vitara 3-door

Suzuki Grand Vitara 3-door

Suzuki launched its first Vitara 20 years ago creating the world's first compact SUV and tapping into a new market for vehicles that deliver true off-road performance with responsive fun to drive on road performance Since then the stylish and versatile SUV has steadily evolved and kept pace with growing demand for good looking versatile 4x4s that are as rewarding on the open road as they are motoring off the beaten track

In developing the new flagship 2.4-litre Grand Vitara Suzuki has consolidated the design and engineering qualities that have helped the model enjoy such enduring success while introducing an all round upgrade in terms of engine performance equipment specifications  safety styling and all round quality

The result is a compact SUV that offers more than ever before more power more style and more driving pleasure but with no adverse effect on fuel consumption or emissions

The highly specified Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.4-litre is available in three and five-door body styles and the arrival of the 2.4 Suzuki Grand Vitara 3-door gives a unique offering in the SUV market  with no other manufacturer currently offering this engine/body style combination

At the heart of the new model is a 122kW/166PS 2.4-litre petrol engine  five-door slightly more powerful at 124kW/169PS The unit makes full use of advanced technical and design features to deliver improved power and torque, with only modest adjustments in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions In fact, with five speed manual transmission tailpipe emissions are unchanged at 208g/km for the five-door model  205g/km for Suzuki Grand Vitara 3-door
The engine is also only marginally larger in size yet it incorporates a series of features seen for the first time on a Suzuki designed powerplant These include a balancer shaft, three-stage variable air intake and a tumble control valve in the intake ports to achieve the best possible fuel air mixture

Recognising the life saving potential of electronic stability systems, Suzuki is equipping the 2.4-litre Suzuki Grand Vitara as standard with ESP®, part of a company policy to introduce the system progressively on all forthcoming new models and model facelifts. ESP® uses selective wheel braking and controls engine output as necessary to stabilise the vehicle if it detects understeer or oversteer situations which could possibly result in total loss of control

Further safety measures have also been upgraded most notably with the introduction of ventilated rear disc brakes and extra shock absorbing elements around the bonnet wings and front bumper to reduce the risk of injury to pedestrians  a quality that had already earned Suzuki Grand Vitara a very respectable three star rating in independent Euro NCAP crash testing

Both the exterior and interior have been given a mild facelift On the outside there is a revised front end treatment and new door mirrors with integrated turn indicators, while inside the cabin chrome and wood effect inlays add extra touches of quality together with improvements to the design and operation of some of the dashboard controls including a new multi information display and revised air conditioning control panel

The 2.4 litre model has a high standard specification including an in-dash 6CD player with MP3 compatibility rear privacy glass and 17 inch wheels Five door models additionally feature leather seats with front seat heating High Intensity Discharge  HID  headlamps cruise control  18 inch wheels and electrically operated glass sun-roof as standard

Suzuki Grand Vitara 3-door model year 2009

Suzuki Grand Vitara 3-door model year 2009

Suzuki Grand Vitara 3-door model year 2009

 

Suzuki Grand Vitara 3-door model year 2009 Photo  from the inside

Toyota Yaris Trend model year 2013

Toyota Yaris Trend

With its exterior styling elements and dedicated interior finishes, textures and colours, Toyota Yaris Trend is aimed at younger customers for who make fashionable design a priority.

As well as having distinctive looks, Toyota Yaris Trend retains the fundamental qualities that set it apart from the supermini pack. It may be the most compact car in its class, but clever Toyota packaging means there is class-leading space inside. It also has the tightest turning circle - 4.7 metres - making it a master of manoeuvring in tight city streets and parking spaces.

At the time of its launch in 2011, Yaris also had the distinction of being the first car in its segment to offer customers an advanced, but affordable multimedia system - Toyota Touch and, with satellite navigation, Toyota Touch & Go.

Toyota Yaris Trend has been styled to amplify the most dynamic elements of the Yaris range, reinforcing the vehicle's distinctive character by emphasising the horizontal lines and strengthening the link between the interior and exterior design.

Exterior

Details around the front end that distinguish the 2013 Yaris Trend include chrome elements in the fog light surrounds and headlamps. Versions with white paint have matching white covers in the headlamp units.

The model retains its blacked out B and C-pillars that create a floating roof effect, and there are chrome door sills and door mirror covers.

The two-tone 16-inch alloy wheels have machine-finished surfaces and there is a distinctive Deco line surface detail that runs back across the bodywork from the headlights.

At the rear there is a roof spoiler and hybrid-style LED lamp clusters.

The 2013 Toyota Yaris Trend with Deco line will be available in white or silver, colours chosen to maximise its visual impact; versions without the Deco line will be offered in the full range of Yaris exterior finishes.

Interior

The interior styling reflects the design theme outside, with a black and white finish - with a contrasting touch of ochre - to create a clean style with plenty of visual impact.

The geometry of the centre console has been changed, with the soft-touch dashboard and upper door panels finished in white to emphasise the horizontal lines of the design. The dashboard itself matches the exterior bodywork with Deco line surface detailing.

The sensory appeal of the cabin has been raised in details such as the shorter gear shift lever with larger knob, increasing the tactile quality that's also witnessed in the new centre console treatment. Greater visual appeal is achieved in painted trim elements and the use of ochre-coloured stitching.

On models with Multidrive S transmission, the shift knob has a white insert and ochre stitching.

The black and white design theme is complimented by the seat upholstery. The upper seatback bolsters and headrests are finished in a new, pearl white leather-look material with more ochre stitching and the headrests (front and rear) have the Deco line surface finishing.

The seats' central fabric inserts have been made softer and there is new grey piping in line with the change from black to grey seatbelts.

The combination meter follows the same colour theme, in black and white with ochre accents

 Toyota Yaris Trend model year 2013 

 Photo  from the inside Toyota Yaris Trend model year 2013

Photo  from the inside Toyota Yaris Trend model year 2013 

Volvo Universe Concept model year 2011

 Volvo Universe Concept model year 2011

At the 2011 Shanghai Auto Show, Volvo Car Corporation visualises a masterpiece of Scandinavian Design for car buyers with exquisite tastes

The Volvo Universe Concept is a large luxurious sedan with a new human-centric design language that honours the beautiful lines of classic Volvo models

 The Volvo Universe Concept offers the world a sneak preview of what people can expect from our next top-of-the-line sedan says Stefan Jacoby President and CEO of Volvo Car Corporation

Volvo Car Corporation's long-term strategy is to be a successful, truly global company with products designed around our customers needs and lifestyle

Scandinavian Design is about understanding and caring about people Volvo Car Corporation aims to be the brand that best interprets what buyers of modern luxury cars want

The Volvo Universe Concept has been designed to spark a subconscious desire and a feeling of eternal beauty

It moves towards the future with its coupe like roofline and contemporary, solid rear  but it also echoes Volvo's proud heritage by borrowing design cues from classic models of the past

 Just like fine luxury goods this design feels handcrafted and durable enough to stand the test of time says Peter Horbury Vice President Design at Volvo Car Corporation We will compete with the best with our special kind of Scandinavian Design It is unmatched in performance and technology, but without superficiality or complication

User focused and pure

The interior of the Volvo Universe Concept is a comfortable cultivated environment that is also user focused and refreshingly uncomplicated It is driver-orientated in the front and comfortably relaxed in the rear

The in-command driver environment has intuitive controls and a touch-screen that approaches the hand when the driver reaches towards it  with everything operated from a seat that is inspired by ultra-comfortable chairs

Passengers in the rear seat are embraced by pure comfort The interior moulds into the rear seat and becomes part of the seating environment

The dynamic feel and the dark colour scheme of the front seats fades seamlessly towards the rear until it fully transforms into a light rear seat haven of calmness. Volvo Universe Concept is full of classic forms materials and textures used with a twist to create a special contemporary luxury experience

 The Volvo Universe Concept is exceptionally refined, yet with all the simplistic assets that make Volvo champions of the uncomplicated There is a growing appreciation for this ingenious blend of design and technology among modern luxury car buyers This trend paves the way for our success We are convinced that our special brand of luxury has a great future Peter Horbury concludes

 Our aim is to be the brand that best understands what buyers of modern luxury cars want. We are eager to hear what the most demanding Chinese customers think of this luxurious concept Later, we will show the design in Europe and the United States in order to bring it into the global context that we are aiming for with all our car models  says Stefan Jacoby, President and CEO of Volvo Car Corporation

  Volvo Universe Concept model year 2011

 Volvo Universe Concept model year 2011

 Volvo Universe Concept model year 2011

BMW M135i model year 2013

 

BMW M135i model year  2013

 

The performance potential of the BMW M135i is reflected in its individual exterior and interior design features, which are integral parts of the series equipment in this BMW M Performance automobile The body details are typical of a car designed to handle the aerodynamic requirements associ

ated with dynamic high performance driving situations  it is such details that convey the unique M style and flair The front apron is typical of M styling that reflects the car's firm and responsive road handling, with the large air intake vents needed to meet the cooling demands of a high performance straight six cylinder engine, auxiliary units and oversized brakes The competitive character of the car can also be seen in the three-dimensional flaps on the outer air vents, a detail inspired by automobile racing. These air inlets take up the space reserved for the fog lights in the other versions of the three door BMW 1-Series They are separated by horizontal struts in Ferric Grey metallic  a design detail that distinguishes BMW M Performance cars

In addition to the BMW Individual high gloss Shadow Line and the exterior mirror caps in Ferric Grey the specially contoured side skirts and 18 inch M light all
oy double-spoke wheels with mixed tyres intensify the side profile of the BMW M135i  The rear apron the lower portion of which is finished in Dark Shadow metallic also encloses the dual
exhaust pipes

.Furthermore the door sill finishers with aluminium inserts that feature  M135i  lettering match an interior design that expresses the joy of sheer driving pleasure The interior details include exclusive cloth Hexagon/Alcantara upholstery an M leather steering wheel with multifunction buttons and blue accent stitching, the BMW Individual roofliner in Anthracite interior trim in Aluminium Hexagon with matt Estoril Blue or high gloss black accent lines gear selector and handbrake with leather gaiters, M driver footrest, speedometer and rev counter with red chronoscales The colour of the interior lighting is variable and the car key features blue detailing.

Engines the straight six cylinder petrol engine with M Performance TwinPower Turbo for the BMW M135i tops the engine line

This power plant enhances the wide selection of engines available for the new compact three-door BMW 1-Series At the same time it is an essential component of a portfolio that positions BMW M Performance automobiles at the top of the performance segment The BMW M135i is powered by a straight six cylinder engine with M Performance TwinPower Turbo technology which is known for its spontaneous performance and high revving, plus a level of efficiency that is remarkable in this performance class The technology package includes a TwinScroll turbocharger direct High Precision Injection with central multi hole injectors  VALVETRONIC variable valve control and Double VANOS variable camshaft timing  This 3.0-litre engine delivers a maximum power output of 235 kW/320 hp at 5 800 rpm  This impressive power results from the maximum torque of 450 Nm that is available between 1 300 and 4 500 rpm

The BMW M135i sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.1 seconds  automatic 4.9 seconds) and reaches a top speed of 250 km/h - the top limit permitted by the vehicle's electronic speed control system. Average fuel consumption in the EU test cycle is 8.0 litres (7.5 litres)/100 km, and the CO2 emissions level is 188 grams  175 grams per kilometre. The exclusive power train for the compact BMW M Performance car also features a customised cooling system M performance control and engine sound tuning plus a newly developed six-speed manual transmission with dry sump lubrication A dynamic eight speed automatic sports transmission with gearshift paddles integrated in the steering wheel is available as an option

The BMW M135i maximum agility combined with unparalleled precision thanks to M-specific suspension tuning

Model specific suspension technology allows the BMW M135i to exploit the performance of its uncommonly powerful engine allowing the driver to experience remarkably self assured exhilarating driving dynamics. Thanks to the individual control of the suspension and damping systems as well as the specific elasto kinematics of the front axle, the BMW M Performance vehicle is able to indulge the driver with a set of particularly sporty driving characteristics In addition its Variable Sports Steering system determines its own set of characteristics The harmonious interaction of engine suspension and aerodynamic balance rewards with a fascinatingly agile driving experience under the precise control of the driver at all times.

The BMW M Performance vehicle is delivered with a fixed calliper M Sport Brake System with four piston units on the front axle and two piston units at the rear as standard equipment The system is fitted with oversized brake discs and dark blue metallic callipers bearing the M logo The M Sport Brake System is also available on all of the other models in the new BMW 1-Series three-door sedan range, in combination with the optional M Sport Package

The standard 18-inch M light alloy wheels on the BMW M 135i are fitted with tyres of differing sizes 225/40 R18 on the front axle and 245/35 R18 on the back The high grip tyres, designed specifically for this model, guarantee that both the acceleration torque and the braking torque are optimally transmitted to the road surface

DSC Driving Stability Control with additional features optimised weight and comprehensive passenger protection

The standard Dynamic Stability Control system DSC includes the anti-lock braking system  ABS the Dynamic Traction Control system  DTC the Cornering Brake Control system  CBC and the Dynamic Brake Control system  DBC These capabilities are now complemented by additional features such as the Brake Assistant, Fading Compensation, Dry Braking functionality and a Hill Start Assistant. In DTC mode the response thresholds of the driving stability control system are automatically set at a higher level. This makes pulling away on loose sand or in deep snow far easier In addition, controlled slippage on the drive wheels gives the vehicle the ability to dynamically oversteer when negotiating bends. When DSC mode is off  the Active Differential Brake  ADB-Sport on the rear axle is activated To optimise traction during acceleration in tight bends, a carefully calculated braking force is applied to any drive wheel which the system detects as slipping to enable the remaining drive wheel on the axle to continue to power the vehicle forwards

The principle of intelligent lightweight design, upon which the construction of the body is based greatly enhances both the agility of the vehicle and the safety of its passengers The targeted use of high strength and ultra-high tensile grades of steel increases the torsional stiffness of the body as well as the strength of the passenger safety cell at an optimised weight. With large, generously dimensioned deformation zones and precisely calculated load paths the considerable forces which are generated in a collision are absorbed and directed away from the passenger compartment Standard safety equipment includes front airbags side airbags integrated into the seat backs head airbags for both the front and the rear seats  three-point automatic seatbelts fitted to all seats belt force limiters and belt tensioners for the front and ISOFIX child seat mountings in the rear

BMW M135i model year  2013

BMW M135i model year  2013

BMW M135i model year  2013

 

Chevrolet Camaro 1LE model year 2013

Chevrolet Camaro 1LE

The road-racing-inspired Chevrolet Camaro 1LE performance package returns for 2013 with unique gearing, suspension tuning and tires that make the model capable of more than 1 g of lateral acceleration and a sub three minute lap time at Virginia International Raceway's Grand Course It is offered on Camaro SS coupes with manual transmissions

The 1LE package is offered on 1SS and 2SS coupe models with an exclusive Tremec TR6060-MM6 six-speed manual transmission Paired with a numerically higher 3.91 final drive ratio the close ratio gearing of the transmission is tuned for road racing performance As with the ZL1 the 1LE transmission features a standard air to liquid cooling system for track use

The Chevrolet Camaro 1LE also features exclusive monotube rear dampers instead of the twin tube dampers on SS models The new hardware allowed engineers to tune the 1LE suspension to focus on optimal body motion control while preserving much of the ride quality and wheel motion control of the Camaro SS

Other changes to optimize the 1LE for track-day use include:

    Larger, 27-mm solid front stabilizer bar, and 28-mm solid rear stabilizer bar for improved body control
    Higher capacity rear axle half shafts to cope with increased levels of traction
    Strut tower brace for improved steering feel and response
    ZL1-based 20 x 10-inch front and 20 x 10-inch aluminum wheels
    285/35ZR20 Goodyear Eagle Supercar G:2 tires front and rear  identical to the front tires for ZL1
    ZL1 wheel bearings toe links and rear shock mounts for improved on track performance
    ZL1 high- fuel pump and additional fuel pickups for improved fuel delivery during high-load cornering

Visually, the 1LE package is distinguished by its matte black hood front splitter and rear spoiler  as well as the 10 spoke ZL1 based wheels which are finished in black The functional front splitter and rear spoiler contribute to the car's on track performance by helping to reduce aerodynamic lift at high speeds

Inside the Chevrolet Camaro 1LE package incorporates the ZL1's flat-bottom steering wheel trimmed in sueded microfiber and designed for easier heel and-toe driving on the racetrack The quick-acting short-throw shifter from the ZL1 is also trimmed in sueded-microfiber

In anticipation of consumers entering the 1LE in amateur-racing events Chevrolet is pursuing SCCA approval of the 1LE package for Touring Class competition

The first Chevrolet Camaro 1LE package was introduced in 1988 inspired by Camaro's involvement in Pro-Am road racing

 Chevrolet Camaro 1LE model year 2013

 Chevrolet Camaro 1LE model year 2013

Chevrolet Camaro 1LE model year 2013 From the inside 

Chrysler GEM Peapod model year 2009

Chrysler GEM Peapod

Clean and green transportation gets a new look and feel as GEM a Chrysler LLC company introduces the next generation of clean gas free and emission free battery electric vehicles

The vehicle's innovative groundbreaking design with its striking pod like shape and sleek lines reflects the environmentally friendly nature that has been the hallmark of GEM since its founding 10 years ago

The user friendly mood of the vehicle named the GEM Peapod is enhanced with the newly designed center console that will offer iPod integration, as well as hands free operation of the customer's iPhone Other innovations include ergonomic supportive  mesh seating which enables air circulation for comfort and uses eco friendly recycled and recyclable materials

 We have evolved the GEM design language to better reflect its eco-friendly performance and its upbeat positive image said Peter Arnell Chrysler LLC's Chief Innovation Officer who led the design process These vehicles use no gasoline and emit no pollutants. So whether it's a trip around the neighborhood or the drive to school or work the GEM Peapod is the ideal way to contribute to a greener planet and a healthy lifestyle

GEM will also get a new name  GreenEcoMobility Arnell said signifying the company's goal to redefine environmentally friendly vehicles

Chrysler will show the styling model for the production 2009 GEM at the company's headquarters Sept. 23, 2008 The re-designed GEM is scheduled for production in 2009

The Peapod represents the first in a series of product launches that will redefine the future of electric vehicles said the company's CEO Bruce Coventry

 With this next generation GEM, we will broaden the market for this clean  emission-free technology Coventry said

In addition to the 2009 GEM Peapod neighborhood electric vehicle Coventry said  GEM has plans to market a new light duty battery electric commercial truck and a larger city electric vehicle with more range and performance These vehicles are scheduled for production within the next year he said

Today's GEM is the nation's No 1 zero emission electric vehicle with 38,000 produced and in use GEM vehicles are used in settings such as city centers planned communities military bases college campuses corporate and commercial centers  and city state and national parks

 Over the past decade, GEM has established itself as the nation's leading battery powered pure electric vehicle said GEM President and COO Rick Kasper We have done that by responding to the needs of our customers for safety utility versatility and performance in environmentally friendly vehicles

GEM cars are available in six models two four- and six-passenger cars and three utility vehicles GEM neighborhood electric vehicles have a top speed of 25 miles per hour a range of up to 30 miles per charge  battery charge is extended through use of regenerative braking and are street legal in more than 40 states The vehicles can be recharged anytime anywhere with a standard 110 volt outlet Recharge time is approximately six to eight hours

By replacing conventional vehicles GEM vehicles can reduce overall emissions of pollutants particularly during short trips when conventional vehicles create the most tailpipe emissions GEM vehicles have been driven a combined 200 million miles and averted more than 150 tons of pollutants from reaching the air while saving 10 million gallons of gasoline

Chrysler GEM Peapod model year 2009

Chrysler GEM Peapod model year 2009  from the interior 

Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano HGTE 2010

Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano HGTE 2010

Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano HGTE 2010

When it first debuted, the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano set a new standard in terms of performance that remains a benchmark for new sports car development to this day. Now Ferrari is introducing the new Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano HGTE (Handling Gran Turismo Evoluzione) package for the model to further underscore its sportiness and handling.

The package includes a modified set-up with stiffer springs and rear anti-roll bar as well as new calibration settings for the magnetorheological shock absorbers when the manettino is at its sportier settings. The ride height has also been lowered which in turn lowers the car's centre of gravity. This combined with the new set-up helps improve body control. The package also includes specifically optimised tyres featuring a compound that offers even better grip.

The car's electronics have also evolved to ensure even more prompt response to driver commands. The F1 gearbox's shifts are now even faster in high-performance settings, while a new engine software strategy has improved accelerator response.

The exhaust silencer has also been modified with the result producing an even more marked and thrilling sound under hard usage whilst still delivering just the right comfort levels at cruising speed

From a styling point of view, the package also includes some distinctively sporty exterior and interior features with carbon-fibre widely used in the latter The 20  split-rim wheels are new with a special diamond cut and matte silver finish. The rear diffuser is finished in matte black to underscore the car's new set up and highlight the chromed tail pipes The cabin is sportier too thanks to a sophisticated mix of full grain leather black Alcantara® and carbon fibre trim

The new seats are trimmed in a new two-tone combination of leather with black Alcantara® inserts and the seat backs are trimmed entirely in carbon fibre  Embroidered in contrasting stitching on the headrest are a Prancing Horse and the words  Handling GTE

Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano HGTE 2010

Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano HGTE 2010

Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano HGTE 2010

Fiat Bravo model year 2011

2011 Fiat Bravo model year
eA modrn automobile, packed with technology, with excellent level of comfort, safety and performance. Manufactured in Brazil, the new Fiat Bravo has exceeding attributed to be a strong rival in the prestigious segment of medium hatchbacks. And it arrives to consolidate Fiat's innovative reputation, proving that evolution does not know limits.
And evolution is really its brand. Fiat Bravo arrives to please the most demanding consumer: differentiated design, cutting-edge technology, with equipment that makes it truly complete; generous internal space with a lot of sophistication; besides sportiveness, with its refined and high efficiency mechanics.

An exactly beautiful automobile. Without doubt, the design is one of Fiat Bravo's strengths. Its aggressive and dynamic lines - inspired partly in the design of the Large Family automobiles - bear sportiveness together with the celebrated Italian design, but maintaining the new family feeling of the Fiat models.

Fiat Bravo arrives with two potent motorizations - the national 1.8 16V E.torQ with mechanical transmission or Dualogic, and the imported 1.4 T-Jet with 6-gear transmission - and three finishing versions - Essence, Absolute and T-Jet - very well equipped.

Fiat Bravo, for example, can be equipped with up to seven airbags - two frontal, two front sides, two for the protection of occupants' heads, besides one for protection of the driver's knees. With Dual Drive® electric steering, it arrives with avant-garde technology like fog lights with cornering system, NAV™ Radio, Xenon headlights, front parking sensor, folding external rearview mirrors and a new Skydome sunroof.

Thus, driving it becomes an extremely pleasant experience, furthermore because internally it has excellent space - to accommodate five people comfortably -, good trunk and a level of prime quality finish in all versions.

With this important launching, Fiat Automóveis seeks to cause strong impact on the medium hatchback segment and to increase its share in this segment.

TECHNOLOGY

Within the best Fiat tradition, the new Fiat Bravo brings a lot of technology. There are diverse equipment that make the driver's life easier or that broadens the occupants' safety, some of which make their debut in the Fiat series, in models of the segment or even in Brazil. They contribute to make Fiat Bravo a complete automobile, equipped with all resources to offer the best and safest life on board. Get to know them.

To expand comfort, Fiat customer counts on:

NAV™ Radio. Novelty in the Fiat series, the system adds RDS (Radio Data System) radio, MP3, CD player, trip computer functions and satellite navigation system (GPS). The device interface is a 6.5 inch liquid crystal screen, 256 colors and 400 x 240 pixel resolution.

The GPS guides the driver through sonorous and visual instructions, and the vehicle's position is always updated by satellite. The main information and functions provided by the navigation system are:

    Written and spoken instructions, with indications of the vehicle's distance to its destination and the estimated time of arrival. The vocal instructions are done in advance, so that the driver may have ample time to fulfill them;
    Detailed cartography, representing the vehicle's updated position, the trajectory and the destination;
    Navigation logbook that allows the memorization of the last 10 requested destinations;
    Name of the road on which the vehicle is found;
    Choice of trajectory options in accordance with the driver's preferences;
    Zoom function, for more detailed analysis.

On the main screen diverse information is exhibited, like date and time, audio information, active mode (NAV), vehicle's location through icon and view scale on the map. Now on the navigation screen there is a compass that indicates the automobile's direction (in degrees); longitude, latitude and altitude; number satellites available; destination, distance up to it and estimated time of arrival (if the navigation is active); and trip computer.

Front parking sensor. The new Fiat Bravo is the first model of the automobile manufacturer to offer front parking sensors. The operation principle is identical to that of the rear parking sensor: a beep warns the driver with respect to the distance between the vehicle and the closest obstacle. The shorter is the interval between the sonorous warnings, the closer is the obstacle. To active it, it is necessary to activate a button located on the automobile's panel. The sensors are excellent aids in parking maneuvers.

Foldable external rearview mirrors. Also for the first time in the Fiat series. Upon pressing a button on the driver's door towards the right, the external rearview mirrors fold, which is extremely useful in tight maneuvers. Pressing the same button towards the left, the mirrors return to the original position, with no need of new adjustment.

Push Logo. Thinking on the greatest practicality for the consumer Fiat Bravo bears the Push Logo. With it, it is also possible to open the trunk from the outside, by pressing the Fiat logo located on the central part of the hood.

Skydome. With wide glazed area, Bravo's new Skydome sunroof is composed of two glass panels, where one is fixed and the other mobile. Activation of the mobile sheet is electric, through a button on the roof; it can slide up to the spoiler's position, up to the end of the trajectory or until the button is pressed again. Every panel even has a curtain, which can be all open or all closed manually. This type of sunroof is exclusive from the new Fiat Bravo in its segment.

Xenon Headlights. Providing a deeper, broader lighting, and three times more intense than the conventional halogen lamps, xenon improves, and a lot, the driver's visibility under any condition. If the inferior headlights are turned on and the driver activates the windshield washer, a washing cycle of the headlights will occur, with an interval of about 1.2 seconds.

Night Design. Fiat Bravo brings more this novelty, a nocturnal lighting on the door knobs and also in the automobile's interior.

Blue&Me™. This practical device conciliates communication and entertainment. It allows the driver to answer telephone calls with a Bluetooth device, make calls on the cell phone by using voice commands and listen to text messages (SMS). The driver activates the system through the buttons on the steering wheel. Turning on his MP3 player or pen drive at the USB input or activating the system's CD player, he listens to music.

Blue&Me™ NAV. With this system, besides the communication and entertainment functions, the driver will also have satellite navigation (GPS). The map comes in a CD along with the on board kit that also contains a pen drive. Simply load the map onto the pen drive and connect it to the vehicle's USB input. Press the NAV button - the set of buttons of the system is located on the roof - to start navigation.

Dual Temp® Automatic Air Conditioning. This technology has solar radiation sensor that allows adoption of different temperatures between the driver and the passenger. It also controls and adapts the comfort of the interior in function of the solar radiation and the parameters chosen by the user.

Dual Drive® Electric Steering. With it, the driver can drive in "Normal" mode - for situations of smooth traffic, with no need of maneuvers - or in the "City" mode. When parking the automobile or maneuvering in a bottleneck, the driver presses the button "City" on the panel and immediately the steering becomes much lighter, reducing substantially the effort to turn the steering wheel, which represents 60% light than a hydraulic steering. This mode only works under 46 km/h.

Butterfly type controls on the steering wheel. The versions equipped with Dualogic® Automatic transmission can receive the transmission commands on the steering wheel - the so-called "butterflies". With them, the driver shifts the gears sequentially. The butterflies provide a more comfortable and sportive driving.

Automatic pilot. This equipment represents another great comfort, because with it the driver can drive without constantly consulting the speedometer.

Many other items of comfort, like on board computer, electric opening for the fuel tank cap, key with remote control and alarm, twilight and rain sensors plus electrochromic mirror can equip Fiat Bravo.

To expand safety, the Fiat customer counts on:

Kneebag. Fiat Bravo actually brings a lot of safety items. Airbags alone, there are seven. It arrives with double front airbag as standard equipment in all versions, and it can be equipped even with five more. The kneebag, for the first time in a Fiat national model, operates to help avoid injuries on the driver's knees. And furthermore, sidebags (front lateral) and windowbags (for the protection of the occupants' heads). The model also brings headrests with anti-whiplash system.

Cornering. As standard equipment in all Fiat Bravo versions, this innovative device conciliates fog lights with the adaptive cornering function. When entering a well closed curve or when making a maneuver, with the low lights on, the fog light of the side corresponding to the curve will be automatically activated. This aids the driver's visibility, so that he makes the curve with maximum safety. This system can be deactivated by My Car Fiat.

Hill Holder. This resource helps the driver to carry out departures without jerks in ascents and descents. In ascents, it works with the automobile stopped and the motor turned on, brake pedal pressed and 1st gear engaged. In descents, with the reverse engaged. In the vehicle startup phase, the device conserves the breaking pressure on the front wheels for about two seconds, or until the pedal of the accelerator is pressed.

Tire pressure sensor. Fiat Bravo has four sensors - one on the wheel rim of each tire -, four antennas connected to the sensors and a central unit. The tires are constantly monitored, and any alteration is transmitted to the driver through a sonorous signal and also through a dedicated spy light. This sensor monitors and warns when:

    Empty tire
    Flat tire
    Overfilled tire
    Tire pressure inadequate to the speed

Looking at the light, the driver knows which is the anomaly and on which tire it occurred.

Emergency brake signaling. The emergency lights are lit automatically in case of an abrupt braking, warning other drivers and helping to avoid accidents.

Sidelight / indicator. To change lane, just touch the arrow lever in the desired direction, immediately the indicator lights will be activated rapidly for five times.

ESP (Electronic Stability Program). It acts to conserve stability and helps the driver to maintain control of the vehicle. Through constant monitoring of the automobile' speed, inclination of the body, steering wheel turning angle and the vehicle's movement status (lateral acceleration, angular and longitudinal speed), ESP perceives when the automobile is close to instability, intervening then to correct its trajectory, braking the wheel that is about to lose adherence and reducing the engine's power, when necessary.

MSR (Motor Schleppmoment Regelung). Integrant part of ESP, this supplementary safety control intervenes when the automobile's speed is reduced abruptly under conditions of low adherence. In this situation, the MSR releases, progressively, more torque to the engine, avoiding the locking of the wheels.

ASR (Anti Slip Regulation). Also integrant part of ESP, this traction control system intervenes automatically in case the vehicle skids. ASR can be deactivated through a button located on the panel.

Safe Lock. When active, Safe Lock impedes the opening of doors from the inside out. It concerns a useful safety device that helps to impede theft of objects inside the vehicle. Fiat recommends its use whenever the automobile is parked.

Safe Lock is activated by pressing the button for closing the doors on the remote control twice. To deactivate it, simply unlock the doors on the remote control, unlock the doors by turning the key on the keyhole of the driver's door or startup the vehicle. The equipment is standard equipment in all Fiat Bravo versions.

DESIGN

Aggressive, attractive, elegant, modern. The lines of Fiat Bravo reflect the most current sides of the renowned Italian design, with its own marking personality but maintaining the new family feeling of the brand's models.

This is clear on the front, based on the design of Large Family vehicles but with the Italian essence in its soul, with its sharp hood, narrow and sophisticated grill, lower air input, polyelliptical headlights in form of a drop and inclined windshield. The different planes are broken by grooves, but are complemented with harmony, in perfect balance with each other, transmitting an impression of force and immediately making clear that the model could only be integrant of the Fiat family.

The forms are aerodynamics and inclined, and the high waistline represents the stylistic continuity between the headlights and the vehicle's rear: all seems "to run" backwards, as if it is in constant movement. The curved roof ends abruptly, but its line re-emerges on the rear window until it is absorbed by the waist. The same surprising effect was obtained with the internal curvature of the windows: it is interrupted by the rear column to, immediately, resume its course on the inferior border of the rear window.

Looking at Fiat Bravo from the rear, the curved lateral line of the window creates an interesting balance with the shape of the lamps, totally curved except for the external face, which is inserted in the rear diagonally. The planes of the automobile's rear are clean and curved, with the embedded bumper.

The stylistic solutions found to define the lines of Fiat Bravo resulted not only in a beautiful automobile, but also created a spacious and airy interior, showing that, for the Fiat Style Center, form and function walk together hand in hand. The vehicle's height, for example, satisfies both the aesthetic needs and those of internal space, also offering easy access to all occupants.

Everything inside the automobile was planned to make the experience of living with it special. Materials, textures, forms, stamps and quality of finish create an elegant environment and at the same time practical. Outstanding for acoustic comfort, which received special attention to minimize noises and vibrations transmitted by the ground and by the engine and transmission assembly. They contribute, furthermore, the adopted techniques and the high quality of materials employed in the internal finish, in which the fittings between different components do not produce creaks or unpleasant noises.

The seats have adequate foam to absorb vibrations. But their comfort does not end there: lumbar supports fight against fatigue, and the structure of the backrests was dimensioned so as to assure maximum safety to occupants. All have anti-summarizing structure. At the back, Fiat Bravo's seat counts on three 3-point safety belts, with winder, and three adjustable headrests. Seat and support are foldable in 40/60, allowing various combinations to expand the space for load up to 1,175 liters (with no folding, the trunk capacity is 400 liters, an excellent space for the segment).

The driver's seat has longitudinal adjustment that allows 22 adjustments. The guide has 3 degree inclination and, when taking the seat forward, it also slightly goes up. The regulation of inclination of the backrest, in turn, is continuous. Together with the regulation of height and distance of the steering wheel, the seat adjustments allow drivers of any stature to find the ideal driving position.

For the driver, it is worth the comfort, easy access to instruments and displays, a perfect driving position, total visibility. The console, for example, is driver-oriented, that is, directed towards the driver, such that he does not need to deviate his eyes from the traffic to find what he wants.

The instrument panel has meters with amber lighting - softer to the eyes in the dark - varies according to the finish's version, for example, in the T-Jet version it is equipped with the instrument panel DOT MATRIX in the presence of Blue&Me™ NAV or NAV™ Radio. The panel is complete, with speedometer, tachometer, fuel tank level indicator and water temperature indicator. The total and partial odometers, date and time and external temperature indicator are exhibited in a digital display at the center of the panel.

Various object holders expand practicality and comfort, like those present on the doors and on the central part. The vast glove compartment is lighted. It can also be equipped with front armrest, which leads to organization and comfort, since it embeds a refrigerated compartment for cans and bottles.

ENGINES AND MECHANICS

The two available motorizations for the new Fiat Bravo offer excellent performance, fuel economy and low emission levels. Both are compact and modern.

The E.torQ 1.8 16V engine puts together high performance and economy, with excellent torque at low rotations. Driving only with gasoline, its power is 130 hp at 5,250 rpm; with ethanol, 132 hp at the same rotation. And the maximum torque of 18.4 kgfm with gasoline and 18.9 kgfm with ethanol, is reached at 4,500 rotations. But at 2,500 rpm, the engine already produces 93% of its torque.

It concerns a compact and light engine, designed to last and to have low maintenance cost. And, even better, it has low emission levels and silent operation.

It equips the Essence and Absolute versions of the new Fiat Bravo.

Now the 1.4 16V T-Jet engine equips the sportive version of the hatchback. This compact gasoline turbo engine produces no less than 152 hp of power and 21.1 kgfm of torque at 2,250 rpm.

Small engines with performance of large engine are a strong trend in Europe. Their advantage is that, when not required, they are so economical as any other motor of the same capacity. To obtain this formula, an especially developed turbo compressor is employed to overfeed the engine with lesser capacity.

The T-Jet engine comes coupled to a 6-gear mechanical Italian transmission.

And for more sportiveness, Fiat Bravo brings overbooster, which is activated by the OVB key located on the automobile's panel. From the activation of this function the accelerator pedal curve is switched to a more aggressive curve. The opening of the butterfly is then altered to a greater value at the same pedal position.

With the OVB key activated, every time the driver steps on more than 10% of the course of the accelerator pedal, the injection central unit will be authorizing the Waste Gate Valve to be kept more closed, increasing overpressure in the engine from 0.9 to 1.3 bar.

This increase of overpressure will bring a torque gain within the range of 2,000 rpm up to 4,000 rpm, passing through a peak of 23.0 kgfm at 3,000 rpm (without the overbooster, a peak of 21.1 kgfm of torque).

With this function activated the electric steering is firmer, thus assuring more safety.

Suspension

The purpose of the assembly is to allow the automobile to roll with comfort, but always maintaining adherence of the wheels, stability and drivability.

For this reason, the front suspension of Fiat Bravo is independent, McPherson type, with oscillating arms in stamped steel connected to an auxiliary bridge, with stabilizer bar. The hydraulic, telescopic shock absorbers with double effect complete the front assembly. They offer elevated lateral firmness, favoring drivability in curves.

In the rear Fiat Bravo has suspension with semi-independent wheels, interconnected by an open section torsion bridge. This also assures firmness and stability with excellent drivability.

In the T-Jet version of Bravo, Fiat engineering worked the suspension placing priority on even more sportive behavior. One of the objectives was to lower the vehicle's center of gravity by 20 mm. They were also redesigned to have greater stability in maneuvers without losing comfort.

To achieve good results presented in performance, engineering professionals of Fiat Automóveis worked about 350,000 hours on Fiat Bravo. And, 140 vehicles were built between prototypes and pre-series. Their tests and experimentations included engine and transmission, durability, emissions, chassis, body, electrical design and safety. All components were submitted to the most arduous tests so that Engineering may be satisfied with the quality of the new automobile.

VERSIONS

Three levels of finish, two motorizations, three types of transmission. It does not matter which of the five versions the customer may choose, he can have the certainty that he will be acquiring a complete, potent, safe and extremely comfortable automobile. Get to know below the hatchback versions:

    Essence 1.8 16V Flex with transmission mechanical
    Essence 1.8 16V Flex with transmission Dualogic
    Absolute 1.8 16V Flex with transmission mechanical
    Absolute 1.8 16V Flex with transmission Dualogic
    T-Jet 1.4 16V Turbo with transmission 6-gear mechanical

Fiat Bravo Essence. Very well equipped, all Bravo versions bring ISOFIX, universal hook for setting of child seat. The Essence version also includes standard items like double airbag, manual air conditioning, electric steering with "City" function, 16" light alloy wheel, fog lights with cornering system, disc brakes in the four wheels, automatic pilot, CD radio with MP3, electric external rearview mirrors, Safe Lock, front and rear electric windows with one touch system and anti-crash, steering wheel with height and depth regulation, fuel tank cap with electric opening, driver's seat with height regulation, visors with mirror and lighting, illuminated glove compartment and trunk, 1/3 and 2/3 bipartite rear seat, five headrests with height regulation, hood for engine and transmission, hooks for fixing of load in the trunk, key with remote control for windows, locks and trunk, among several others.

Fiat Bravo Essence Dualogic. It brings all standard equipment of the Essence version, plus Dualogic® Automatic transmission.

For both Essence versions, the list of optional equipment includes brakes with ABS, Dual Temp® automatic air conditioning, Hi-Fi sound with subwoofer, Blue&Me™ or Blue&Me™ NAV + leather upholstered steering wheel with radio controls, Skydome electric sunroof, electrochromic internal rearview mirror, twilight sensor, rain sensor, rear and front parking sensor, electric folding of external rearview mirrors, front armrest with refrigerated span, rear armrest, besides partially leather upholstered seats in black or brown. The Dualogic version offers, even, the transmission control on the steering wheel, or butterflies.

Fiat Bravo Absolute. The version has the same standard items of the Essence version plus: Dual Temp® automatic air conditioning, Blue&Me, ABS in the brakes, Night Design, rear parking sensor, leather upholstered steering wheel with radio controls, front armrest with refrigerated span, besides the passenger seat central armrest , 17" light alloy wheels, knobs and linings under the chromate windows, rags on carpet with Absolute embroidered, more exclusive fabrics and finish details.

Fiat Bravo Absolute Dualogic. Besides all standard equipment of the Absolute version, this also has Dualogic® Automatic transmission and transmission control on the steering wheel.

The two Absolute versions offer, as optional equipment, Skydome electric sunroof, tire pressure sensor, Hi-Fi sound with subwoofer, Blue&Me™ NAV, NAV™ Radio, front parking sensors, external rearview mirrors with electric folding, electrochromic internal mirror, twilight and rain sensors and partially leather upholstered seats, plus the airbags: kneebag, sidebags and windowbags.

Fiat Bravo T-Jet. The list of standard items includes all equipment present in the Absolute version, and even 6-gear transmission, ESP (stability control system) + Hill Holder, 17" exclusive light alloy wheels, Overbooster button on the panel, darkened front headlights, double chromate exhaust, steering wheel, red painted brake calipers - for the first time in the Fiat series -, hand brake and leather upholstered level knob with red seams, pedal system and sportive footrest, spoiler, mini-skirts, besides diverse finish details that differentiate the sportive version from the new hatchback.

The customer can equip even his Fiat Bravo T-Jet with xenon headlights, tire pressure sensor, Skydome electric sunroof, NAV™ Radio, Blue&Me™ NAV, electrochromic internal mirror, twilight and rain sensors, Hi-Fi sound with subwoofer, 18" light alloy wheels + tire 225/40, partially leather upholstered seats, plus the airbags: kneebag, sidebags and windowbags

2011 Fiat Bravo model year

2011 from the inside  Fiat Bravo model year