Honda CR-V 2015

New Honda CR-V
2015 Honda CR-V SUV drives into the new year with retouching. Front and rear he was revised gently. From the outside, you can see the renewal of fresh headlights, redesigned bumpers, new LED taillights and a modified tailgate. Inside, a chrome strip on the dashboard and the sliding at six inches to the front or rear center armrest make the difference. There is also an updated infotainment, a powerful 1.6 i-DTEC diesel engine and a new nine-speed automatic transmission.

Stronger diesel engine
The 1.6-liter four-cylinder diesel enters the CR-V model with all-wheel drive, the successor of the 2.2-liter turbo diesel engine and 160 horsepower. The engine does have 0.6 liters less displacement, its torque increases to 350 Nm, however. Fuel consumption falls parallel to reduced CO2 emissions. Is the six-speed manual gearbox fitted, the emissions are 130 g / km about 11 percent lower compared to the previous model. With the new nine-speed automatic Honda SUV blows less than 135 g / km addition, a reduction of 20 percent as before. Additional information is found next to the new unit the best engines available. 2015 CR-V with front-wheel drive the 1.6 i-DTEC diesel engine is available with 120 hp and the 2.0-liter i-VTEC petrol engine with 155 hp.

Revised CR V 2015 is the first of them, in the infotainment system "Honda Connect" is used. The brand new system is based on Android 4.0.4 and allows the usual multi-touch screen operation. For this purpose, the smartphone is docked on the Bluetooth interface. About the 7-inch screen can now browse, you have access to DAB + and internet radio on pre-installed apps as well as the Honda App Center. About the Honda Center app and the optional navigation by Garmin plays on their road data, the rearview camera offers here also with dynamic guide lines a bit more security when parking.

On the market, the Honda CR V 2015 comes in the spring. The prices are based on the current version that is available from $ 23.445.

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2016 Ford Focus RS

The new Ford Focus RS celebrates its international public debut at the Geneva Motor Show 2015. All information and technical data of the 2016 Ford Focus RS.

2016 Focus RS - Premiere Geneva Motor Show

The Focus RS has a four-wheel drive with dynamic torque distribution (Dynamic Torque Vectoring), the much traction and high tempo curve ensures impressive driving dynamics.

2.3 EcoBoost four-cylinder engine with 320 hp in the Ford Focus RS 2016

The newly developed 2.3-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder engine in the 2016 Ford Focus RS 320 hp thanks to a cooled twin-scroll turbocharger and direct injection. The aluminum cylinder head of the EcoBoost four-cylinder engine consists of a thermally particularly resistant alloy, which - like the resistant cylinder head gasket - also withstands higher temperatures safely. The engine block of the Ford Focus RS 2016 is made from lightweight aluminum, cast iron cylinder liners have a higher tensile strength.

Performance and assistance systems in the Ford Focus RS

Advanced performance and assistance systems make it easier for the driver of the new Ford Focus RS 2016 to exploit the full power of the Ford Focus RS and experience. The emphasis to four different operating modes at the center, 'Normal' and 'Sport' and, Track 'and' drift '- the latter two are designed for use on closed course. In addition, the most powerful braking system that has been used to date in a Ford RS model, as well as a functional body design.

Performance - switching display

For sporting drivers particularly attractive: the special performance gear indicator in the instrument panel of the Ford Focus RS 2016 another adaptation from racing. The performance switching indicator alerts the driver out once in 5900 tours the optimum for maximum acceleration speed for the upshift to the next higher gear is applied. Reaches the speed at 6800 / min its maximum, the display flashes.

Launch Control in the Focus RS

Another new feature of the Ford Focus RS 2016 the 'Launch Control'. The Launch Control facilitated under all conditions the optimum acceleration from a standstill. This requires only activate the "Launch Control" mode in the operating menu, the first load of six courses, apply full throttle and disengage the driver. Subsequently, the Ford Focus RS automatically ensures that the existing grip and traction through the corresponding adjustment of the force distribution of torque including overboost control of the turbo engine and the shock absorber settings are used for the best possible start.

Ford Performance

The 2016 Ford Focus RS is the youngest of twelve sports cars that will bring Ford 2020 to markets worldwide. A small team of engineers selected the newly created "Ford Performance" department was responsible for the third-generation Focus RS in Europe and the United States.

Ford Focus RS model history

As a 30 model of Ford with the legendary symbol in the name, it continues a story that was marked by numerous technology pioneers - such as the Ford Escort RS 1600 four-valve engine from 1970, the turbocharged Sierra RS Cosworth, who also carried in 1985, radical aerodynamics caused a stir, and in 1992 presented Escort RS Cosworth with all-wheel drive. The first Ford Focus RS had its world premiere in 2002. The 215 hp 2.0-liter turbo his engine came across was a standard limited slip differential on the front wheels - and his successor in 2009 sent even 305 hp to the two drive shafts.

Production and price

You will be the first 2016 Focus RS, which is sold worldwide. Production of the new Focus RS will start in the second half of 2015. Information about prices, Ford has not yet been known

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2015 Honda Civic Type R

The new Honda Civic Type R 2015: At the Geneva Motor Show Honda introduces the new sporty compact car. All info, price and technical specifications of the Honda Civic Type R 2015.

Honda Civic Type R 2015 world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show

The 2015 Honda Civic Type R celebrates at the Geneva Motor Show world premiere. The aerodynamics of the new Honda Civic Type R will surely bring to bear the power of the powerful two-liter turbo engine with direct injection: The Honda Civic Type R 2015 a top speed of 270 km / h. This makes the Civic's fastest front-wheel drive in its class.

The new, almost completely flat underbody of the Honda Civic Type R 2015 improves the undercurrent among the sporty compact car and together with the rear diffuser for optimum output. A specially developed for the Honda Civic Type R 2015 rear spoiler accentuates the design and reinforced with its special profile structure in addition to stabilizing pressure on the road. The wide front splitter and side skirts of the Honda Civic Type R 2015 also contribute to the optimization of the flow behavior; the bumper has been specifically designed to minimize air turbulence at the front wheels. In order that the air resistance is reduced and the stability at high speed significantly.

Honda Civic Type R 2015 Specifications

The Honda Civic Type R is first powered by a 2.0 i-VTEC turbo engine. The engine produces 310 hp at 6500 / min and has a maximum torque of 400 Newton meters at 2500 / min, until 7000 / begins in the red zone on the tachometer. The maximum speed of the Honda Civic Type R 2015 lie at exactly 270 km / h, the sprint from 0 to 100 km / h is done by the Civic Type R in 5.7 seconds. For driving a manual six-speed manual transmission provides.

The front wheels of the 2015 Honda Civic Type R equipped with a powerful Brembo brake system, which was developed specifically for the rapid front-wheel drive. Four-piston calipers transmit the braking force on perforated 350 mm disc brakes. The new wheel arch-filling 19-inch alloy wheels are exclusive to the Honda Civic Type R 2015 available and complete the new design elements.

Thermal management has also played an important role and has led to a series of outstanding innovations in design. For example, were the upper and lower grille increases in the bumper. In combination with air intakes on the front apron and air outlets at the rear edge of the front wheel arches, these provide better cooling and ventilation of high-performance engine.

Honda Civic Type R 2015 Price

Honda has not called at the Geneva Motor Show is no price for the new Honda Civic Type R 2015, but the price of the new Civic Type R is expected to be around 40,000 euros.

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