
Over the next six years after the second-generation Sportage was introduced in 2004, now, under the direction of Kia’s Chief Design Officer Peter Schreyer, Kia have created a third-generation Sportage incorporating Kia’s new design DNA and many features from the 2007 Kia Kue concept car. The all-new Kia Sportage will be available in Europe with new diesel and petrol engines. At launch this summer, the engine line-up will comprise 2-litre diesel...

The Suzuki Concept R3 model is a Compact Multi Purpose Vehicle (MPV) for such people. Designed by Maruti Suzuki India’s Research and Development Department, it combines compact dimensions with a stylish profiling. The Concept compact MPV accommodates six people in three rows. The 6-seater Concept MPV is an all-new compact vehicle completely different from any of the existing cars from the Maruti Suzuki family and hitherto unseen at any auto...

The REVA NXR, which will be sold as a 2011 model, is lithium-ion powered electric car which falls in the M1 category. The REVA NXR is an M1 category three-door, four-seater hatchback family car that is suitable for urban driving. Top speed is 104 kph (65 mph) with a range of 160 kms (100 miles) per charge. If using the 90 minute fast charge (normal charging is eight hours), the REVA NXR offers an effective range of 320km a day. A fast charge for 15...

The new Figo, Ford’s second attempt at launching hatch, will be rolled out from the Ford’s manufacturing plant in Chennai beginning 2010, and will also be exported to other Asian markets. The Figo is said to have been developed on a new platform. But the exterior of the car is very reminiscent of a few of Ford’s models currently in the market. The overall design lines are still very Ford like and very European, though there are clearly...

Aston Martin Rapide features a hand-built 6.0-litre V12 engine producing 470 bhp (477 PS / 350 kW) with peak power being delivered at 6000 rpm and 600 Nm (443 lbft) peak torque at 5000 rpm. A specifically tuned six-speed Touchtronic 2 automatic transmission features as standard, allowing the driver to change gear automatically or manually via the steering column-mounted magnesium paddles. Aston Martin Rapide has been developed from the ‘V/H...

Koenigsegg, the Swedish supercar maker unveiled one of the most exclusive and expensive cars in the world, Koenigsegg Trevita which is based on the Koenigsegg CCXR. Trevita is an abbreviation in Swedish and translates into – three whites. Koenigsegg will only produce three Trevitas in total, hence the name. This makes the Koenigsegg Trevita one of the most rare versions in the Koenigsegg family cars. The three Koenigsegg Trevita are fully equipped...

The Alfa Romeo MiTo Quadrifoglio Verde will be powered by a 1.4 MultiAir TBi engine developing 170 hp. The Alfa MiTo Quadrifoglio Verde comes with the 17″ satin titanium-finished wheels which is based on the Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione supercar. The same color is used for the headlight frames and the wing mirrors, while the dark finish of the headlight parabolas is achieved by a brand new metal sublimation technology. The technological qualities...

The all-new 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour evolves the Crossover Utility Vehicle (CUV) concept by integrating a sleek and aerodynamic shape that blends sporty, low-profile contours with versatile CUV functionality. The Honda Accord Crosstour’s styling builds on the Accord’s familiar character lines and adds a bolder front grille complemented by a durable lower-body appearance, wedge-shaped C-pillars and an aggressive rear stance. The flowing...

Volkswagen is presenting the Volkswagen Polo family at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, Volkswagen Polo 3-door. At its market launch in the Fall of 2009, six engines will be offered on the three-door and five-door Volkswagen Polo: three petrol and three diesel. The petrol engines are available at the power levels 44 kW / 60 PS, 51 KW / 70 PS and 63 kW / 85 PS. As an option, Volkswagen is also offering the Polo with an automatic 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox...

This thoroughbred luxury four-by-four in Obsidian black with engine version AS55K was developed specially at the request of the Royal Family of Abu Dhabi. The A.R.T AS55K YAAS Edition is based on the Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG. AS55K YAAS Edition performance was optimized up to 620 hp with 880 rpm. It will be difficult to find the equal anywhere in the world of this A.R.T AS55K YAAS Edition Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG with its unusual exterior fittings and luxurious...