Showing posts with label Paris 2012. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Paris 2012. Show all posts
Paris 2012: Peugeot Onyx Concept


The french automakers might be in financial touble but that didn't stop Peugeot from introducing the Onyx Concept car at the Paris Motor Show. The Onyx is powered by a mid-mounted 3.7-Liter turbocharged diesel V8 developing 600 Hp and a battery based system similar to F1's KERS dubbed Hybrid4.The system allows the driver to have an additional 80 Hp under acceleration. Thanks to the use of ultra light innovative materials, the Onyx Concept weighs just 1,100 Kg (2,425 pounds). Enjoy the high res gallery below and click here for more information.


Paris 2012: Porsche Panamera Sport Turismo


Porsche introduced the Panamera Sport Turismo Concept at the Paris Motor Show to showcase a possible future sports car and we have to admit that it looks much better than the Panamera. The Sport Turismo concept is powered by a supercharged 3.0-liter V6 producing 333 Hp and an electric motor producing 95-hp. The car will be able to reach 128 Km/h (80 mph) on electricity alone with a range of for 30 km (18 miles). With the maximum output of 416 Hp, it will be able to reach 100 km/h (62 mph) in 6 seconds. More high res pictures in the gallery below.


Paris 2012: Infiniti Emerg-E


The beautiful Infiniti Emerg-E hybrid Concept made its appearance at the Paris Motor Show and it's always a pleasure to look at it. The Infiniti Emerg-E is powered by a Li-ion battery pack, working along with a 3-cylinder petrol engine. The concept came to showcase a possible design evolution for future Infiniti models. More high res pictures in the gallery below.


Paris 2012: The Facelifted Gallardo LP560-4


During the Paris Motor Show, Lamborghini brought its updated Gallardo LP640-4 but unfortunately the new LP570-4 Edizione Tecnica that was announced at the same time wasn't part of the show. The new package for the Gallardo includes redesigned front and rear bumpers and restyled wheels. The Italian automaker has also brought an Aventador and a LP570-4 Superleggera to support their new face lifted model.



Jaguar F-Type Officially Revealed ahead of Paris Debut


The beautiful Jaguar C-X16 Concept presented last year at Frankfurt has become a real production model. What was initially a hybrid concept has became the successor for the legendary E-type model. Dubbed F-type, the new convertible is powered by a 3.0-Liter supercharged V6 engine developing 335 hp and available in a more powerful 375 Hp version. Even better, a supercharged 5.0-liter V8 engine will be available for the small convertible! This could make a serious competitor for the Mercedes-Benz SLK AMG. Of course, Jaguar is no stranger to putting a big engine in a small car as the original E-type its self had a less successful V12 version.

We couldn't be more excited to see the successor of the iconic Jaguar E-type next week at the Paris motor. In the meantime, enjoy the high pictures released by Jaguar in the gallery below.

Lexus Reveals the LF-CC Concept Coupe ahead of Paris


The Lexus LF-CC Concept came to confirm the luxury brand's new design language earlier showcased with the stunning LF-LC Concept Coupe. The LF-CC is rumored to be the coupe version based on the 2014 Lexus IS model. The concept car is equipped with a 2.5-Liter four-cylinder petrol engine working along with an electric motor. The LF-CC will be unveiled to public later this month at the 2012 Paris Motor Show.



Abarth 695 Fuori Serie Revealed ahead of Paris Debut


In order to showcase its new customization program, Abarth revealed the 695 Fuori Series as an example of what the company can offer to its clients. The new Fuori Serie version is powered by a four cylinder 1.4-liter engine developing 178 hp. That allows the little Italian beast to achieve the 0 to 100 Km/h (62 mph) acceleration in less than 7 seconds with a top speed of nearly at 225 km/h (140 mph). Part of the Fuori Serie program, each client will be able to express his personalization desires directly to Abarth designers and engineers.