Nissan Pathfinder 2013

Last year, we celebrated 25 years of loyal service and this year it is the turn of the fourth version of the legendary SUV made ​​its appearance.

More refined, and at all points of view, the 2013 Nissan Pathfinder abandons the body-on-frame chassis, opting for a monocoque structure.

The beautiful car is now available in versions with two or four wheel drive.

Inside, it can accommodate up to seven passengers. In addition, to facilitate entry and exit from the third row, there is an ingenious system that allows Glide Latch and drag to the front seats of the second row.

The Workhorse 3.5L V6

All Models 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine with 260 horsepower, which means that we abandon the 4.0-liter V6 with 266 horsepower.

All coupled to a transmission Xtronic CVTMD.

A powertrain that allows this large SUV benefit from improved fuel economy by more than 25%.

Consumption announced:
- 7.7 L/100 km on the highway in 2WD version;
- 10.5 L/100 km in urban driving in 2WD;
- 9.3 L/100 km on average, 2WD;
- 7.9 L/100 km on the highway in 4WD version;
- 10.8 L/100 km in urban driving in 4WD version;
- 9.5 L/100 km on average, 4WD version.

Towing capacity of 2268 kg (5000 lbs).

Prices for the 2013:
- Pathfinder S 2WD $ 29,998;
- Pathfinder S 4WD $ 31,998;
- Pathfinder SV 4WD $ 35,248;
- Pathfinder SL 2WD $ 35,698;
- Pathfinder 4WD SL $ 37,698;
- Pathfinder Platinum 4WD $ 42,098.

The 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is offered in concession to the end of October 2012.

photo : Nissan

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Dodge Dart Aero 2013

Dodge keeps its promises with the introduction of the Aero version of its all-new Dart, which come to take the place of the Dodge Caliber.

The 2013 Dodge Dart Aero is powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder engine Multiair Fiat original. Its power is 160 horsepower, while torque is 184 lb-ft.

According to the manufacturer, on the road, the car announces fuel consumption:
- 4.8 L/100 km with manual transmission 6-speed;
- 4.9 L/100 km with the automatic gearbox dual-clutch 6-speed.

To achieve this feat, the Dart Aero receives:
- Elements aluminum body;
- Active components inserted into the shell;
- Plates that are more air to pass under the car;
- Tires with low rolling resistance.

This version aims to upscale very safe with 10 cushions and curtain airbags and four-wheel disc brakes.


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Mazda CX-9 2013

After the CX-5 and future Mazda6 sedan that proudly wear the brand new grille, KODO style, here is the Mazda CX-9 2013 promises to be the next vehicle to benefit from the new stylistic trend of the brand .

A vehicle will be officially unveiled in October at the Motor Show in Sydney, Australia.

In addition to the redesigned front and rear, the Mazda CX-9 2013 will benefit from the latest technology from Mazda.

Operator side, nothing changed. So should we expect to find under the hood, the venerable 3.7-liter V6, mated to a six-speed automatic transmission.

It will have to wait the next version of the SUV that it can accommodate Skyactiv technology, so dear to Mazda engineers. Unless the CX-9 is replaced by another vehicle in a couple of years.

Image: © Mazda

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SRT Viper GTS 2013

The Viper SRT 2013 is powered by a powerful 8.4-liter V10 engine that develops 640 horsepower and forced a couple of 600 lb-ft.

Only a 6-speed manual transmission is offered.

Production of both models will begin in November at the Conner Avenue plant, located in Detroit. It is at this point has started assembly in 1995, the Dodge Viper.

The three most powerful American cars:
- Ford Shelby GT500, 650 horses;
- SRT Viper, 640 horses;
- Chevrolet Corvette ZR1, 638 horsepower.

photo : SRT

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Introduction: The new Opel Adam

First impression: the front looks like a wild mixture of Porsche Cayenne (lights), Mercedes-Benz (large, shared barbecue) and Nissan Juke (horizontally split front with a big mouth).


In the side view of the parallels go on to other more or less successful representatives of the automotive trade: its proportions reminiscent of the flat with the front windshield at the Audi A1, back to the 500th Fiat In addition, falling two from Astra-known, distinctive design elements in the eye: the crescent-shaped groove in the lower door area and the dynamically curved "shock waves" line around the door handles.

So overall a potpourri of diverse range of flavors that will inspire a total possible number of buyers.


With a length of just 3.70 meters and 1.72 meters width (excluding mirrors), we recommend the new Adam Opel, especially for the urban environment.


To start, the new Adam, first with three petrol engines (1.2 with 70 hp, 1.4 and 1.4 with 87 hp 100 hp) available in conjunction with five-speed manual transmission. All units are available on request with ecoFLEX technology package including start / stop system.


In addition, the Opel Adam variety of premium technologies that are normally found only in higher vehicle segments offer, including an innovative new infotainment system that allows the integration of smartphones (Android and Apple iOS), including Internet-based applications and then their functions in the car makes available.


Its world premiere of Adam will celebrate on the Paris Motor Show in October 2012, the first copies will then be delivered in early 2013.

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Preview: Peugeot 208 GTI 2013

The older ones among us will no doubt recall even the venerable Peugeot 205 GTI: the riot case in general. Introduced in 1984, developed the 103-hp small Frenchman a real alternative to the Golf GTI and enjoyed great popularity at style-conscious hooligans all over the country. 2013 Peugeot 208 GTI will bring with a worthy successor.

The outgoing boss Jean-Marc Gales PSA revealed resuscitate over Top Gear, the new Peugeot 208 GTI with the 2013 Spirit of the glorious tradition of Peugeot want to, the new GTI was also get high-quality, attractively drawn and precisely controlled to be. Or something crunchy way: "It will be a hard-hitting comeback on historic territory. Peugeot Peugeot will be making again. "Xavier Peugeot pushes himself into the same horn and recognizes a direct relationship between attitudes of the 205 GTI and a persistent form of weakness since 1993 of the Peugeot brand.

Under the hood, probably in 2013, a 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine is used, which delivers 200 horsepower. At the same rumors that the French place emphasis on lightweight: the Peugeot 208 GTI is only 1.1 ton in weight. Thus armed, the small sports car is expected in less than seven seconds sprint from zero to one hundred.

We can also look forward to many interesting details: the new 208 GTI with at least two pipes should not come even if a four-pipe exhaust system. 18-inch model are de rigueur, the rear roof pillar is decorated with a GTI badge.

Based on the price structure of Citroen C3, the Citroen DS3 THP200 Racing with 200 hp and the Peugeot 208 we expect a star price from 29,000 to 30,000 euros.

The Peugeot 208 GTI will celebrate at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2012 his debut as a concept car.

[Images: Theophiluschin.com]

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Watch BMW M6 Coupé Gran

When the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe was introduced, the solvent such as investment bankers have we asked ourselves whether theinconspicuous, but unfortunately completely underpowered 4-door model will not be an adequate performance. To make it short: we do not know. Would we want though. This level is also thought Sam Vester ofthe PS and garage photoshoppte his interpretation of a possible 2013BMW M6 Coupe Gran.

Sam is in the design of the BMW M6 Coupe Gran acted relativelycautiously: a deeper, more aggressive front with clear exhibited "winglets", generally sharper edges and a little less subtle sillscharacterize the M6 ​​Coupé Gran design. Only the lowering of an ideaseems too optimistic. Or prollig, depending on perspective.
Under the long bonnet could be the new 2013 BMW M5 from the 4.4-liter V8 biturbo familiar with at least 560 hp apply pressure. Assuggested before about six months, he can in 2013 - M6 even comewith 578 to 600 hp.

[Photo: Sam Vesters, psgarage.com]

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