Showing posts with label coupe. Show all posts
Showing posts with label coupe. Show all posts
Saturday, October 12, 2013
Alfa Romeo 4C Mid Engine Sports Coupe This is it The Production Model
It’s been a painful two years of waiting since the 2011 Geneva study but finally, Alfa Romeo has revealed the first images of the 4C sports coupe that will make its world debut in the upcoming Geneva Auto Show on March 5.
The transition from concept to production hasn’t robbed the 4C of its delicious styling, which is all but identical sans some details like the headlamps, tail lights and door mirrors, nor its specifications or dimensions that measure “less than 4 meters” long, 1.18 m high and 2.0 m wide and a wheelbase of “less than 2.4 meters”.
2014 Alfa Romeo 4C
2014 Alfa Romeo 4C
2014 Alfa Romeo 4C
2014 Alfa Romeo 4C
In an era when most auto manufacturers boast about carbon fiber parts in their new sports cars, Alfa Romeo has equipped the 4C with an all-carbon fiber monocoque, with just the front and rear frames being made of aluminum.
Alfa Romeo is still keeping its cards very close to its chest as far as weight or performance numbers are concerned, divulging only that the 4C has a weight-to-power ratio of less than 4 kg/HP.
The 4C uses an evolution of the 1,750cc (1.75-liters) turbocharged four-cylinder engine from the Giulietta Quadrifoglio Verde. It features a new aluminum block and specifically-designed intake and exhaust manifolds, as well as direct injection and dual continuous valve timing.
Like in the concept, the production 4C has a mid-engined configuration, with power transferred to the rear wheels via the TCT twin dry clutch transmission. It features an auto as well as a sequential mode, with paddle shifters behind the steering wheel.
Having debuted on the MiTo, the DNA selector that changes the throttle, steering and gearbox settings is not exactly a novelty. Its fourth mode that is added to the Dynamic, Natural and All Weather that are standard on other models, though, is: developed specifically for the 4C and aptly named Race it is, according to the company, designed to enhance the handling characteristics on track driving.
The 4C, which will go on sale later this year and mark Alfa Romeo’s return to the U.S. market, will be manufactured (in very limited numbers, if our insider report is correct) at Maserati’s plant.
Articles Source : carscoop
Thursday, September 26, 2013
New Cadillac ELR Converj EV Coupe
“The concept generated instant enthusiasm,” said Don Butler, vice president-Cadillac Marketing. “Like other milestone Cadillac models of the past, the ELR will offer something not otherwise present – the combination of electric propulsion with striking design and the fun of luxury coupe driving.”
The Cadillac ELR will be equipped with a similar electric propulsion system to the Chevy Volt, featuring a T-shaped lithium ion battery, an electric drive unit, and a four-cylinder engine-generator.
Like the Volt, the ELR will use electricity as its primary source of energy for motivation, with the gasoline engine generator kicking in once the batteries are depleted.
General Motors said that the development of the ELR is well underway with more details on the powertrain to be released at a later date.
“There’s no mistaking it for anything but a Cadillac, an aggressive, forward-leaning profile and proportion showcases a uniquely shaped, modern vision of a personal luxury 2+2,” said Ed Welburn, GM vice president, Global Design.
The announcement on the production of the ELR Coupe comes shortly after Cadillac confirmed the new XTS large luxury saloon and the BMW 3-Series challenging ATS compact sports sedan.
GM added that it will show a new concept model on Thursday, August 18, at a special event prior to the annual Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance.
2009 CADILLAC CONVERJ
Wednesday, September 11, 2013
2011 Honda Civic Coupe Price of 22 205
The 2011 Honda Civic Coupe is one of the latest version of 2011 Honda. 2011 Honda Civic Coupe is out in the market soon and starting at a price of $22,205 - $24,205. The 2011 Honda Civic Coupe has a 2-door, 5-passenger sports coupe, available in 3 trims, ranging from the 6-Spd MT to the 6-Spd MT w/ Navigation.
Upon introduction, 2011 Honda Civic Coupe are both trims are prepared with a standard 2.0-liter, I4, 197-horsepower engine that achieves 21-mpg in the city and 29-mpg on the freeway. A 2011 Honda Civic Coupe has 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard. 
Despite the 2011 Honda Civic Coupe is "all-new" status, only the Civic Si and Hybrid models were lucky enough to be gifted entirely new engines. For the Si, Hondas sportiest Civic, the 2011 Honda Civic Coupe difference was .4-liters of added displacement that added just four horsepower, but more importantly, 31 lb-ft of torque.
Saturday, August 3, 2013
2012 Honda Accord Coupe Review
2012 Honda Accord Coupe offers a perfect balance with performance, and value that is unique to each individual model. Extending lamp, sharp lines and walked back roofline, is almost similar to its predecessor. Coupe is available with a variety of trim and engine in accordance with different tastes and budget - including a new Special Edition (SE) trim level.
Exterior
Standard exterior features on the 2012 Accord Coupe includes alloy wheels, security system, beam projector-beam halogen lamps and chrome exhaust cover, with a finely arched roofline down, the pelvis is more sculpted, and different styles in the rear, Coupe may look very different from the proportional - although the two versions have essentially the same front. Doors that more can be deceiving, but overall the Accord Coupe is about three inches shorter than the sedan
Interior
Achieved with luxurious interiors provide generous standard equipment world-class ergonomics and intuitive control of the car. Style of the interior on all models become increasingly sophisticated to the most recent model year increased ergonomics and enhanced temperature Manager. The changes include moving the climate control buttons most commonly used to control the left side of the pile, approached the driver for ease of use. Less-frequently used buttons are now placed on the right side.
Performance
A 190 horsepower -, 2.4-liter, 16-valve DOHC i-VTEC 4-cylinder engine standard in the Accord LX-S, EX and EX-L coupe. Performance-oriented Accord EX-L V-6 Accord Coupe with manual transmission has 6kecepatan 3.5-liter VTEC V-6 is unique. A transmission 5-speed manual is standard on 4-cylinder and 5-speed automatic is available. A 5-speed automatic transmission standard on V-6-Powered models. A manual transmission 6-speed is available exclusively on the Accord EX-L V-6 Coupe. While the LX-S, EX and EX-L models are equipped with 5-speed manual transmission, the EX-L V-6 models come with a 6-speed manual transmission.
Repair vehicle aerodynamics, engine friction and transmission gear ratio contribute to fuel economy improvement in fuel economy EPAs assessment of the board for four-cylinder Honda Accord Coupe equipped with automatic transmission is increasing up to 22 City, 33 highway. Sticking with the manual will result in 23 cities and 32 highways.
Safety
Security and the reliability, the Accord is not an option, go for it usually is in the midsize car class. The Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) of the 2012 Honda Coupe improves occupant protection and crash compatibility in frontal collisions. Front, side front and side curtain airbags come standard on all Accord models to help prevent injuries in the collision. Significant Other security features include anti-lock brake system; driver and front passenger active head restraints; tire pressure is normal monitoring systems, and vehicle stability assist with traction control.
Monday, July 1, 2013
TireKicker Time Machine 1994 Acura Legend Coupe
Confession: Ive been neglecting the TireKicker Time Machine feature. Partly because its 17 million degrees in Phoenix this summer but also because Im looking for the exceptional.
Turns out I found it in the summer of 2009...and just needed reminding.
The picture above is of a 1994 Acura Legend 6-Speed Coupe belonging to a young man named Tyson Hugie. And its a recent photo.
Thats us, a little over two years ago, meeting for the first time when I was doing a story for television on people who keep their cars for 100,000 200,000 miles or more. Tyson more than qualified...his Legend had 378,000 miles..and was not only running...but virtually flawless. That was our only meeting. Weve stayed in sporadic touch by e-mail since.
Tysons a huge believer in maintenance. Anything that breaks gets fixed fast, and theres so much attention to upkeep that nothing much breaks.
And if you think he keeps it nice by not driving it much...remember that mileage? 378,000 two summers ago? Heres the odometer from this past weekend:
Thats right...now closing in on half a million miles. Tyson has driven 113,774 miles in 26 months. Thats 4,375 miles a month. Testing two cars a week, I do maybe 2,000...2,400 tops. Hows he do it?
He drives places. Interesting, faraway places:
There are a lot of interesting adventures and insights wrapped up in getting a car to the 500,000 mile mark...and Tyson tells them best in his own blog devoted to getting there: DriveToFive (Legendary Quest for 500,000 Miles). Hell hit that milestone soon at this rate...so bookmark it now and start enjoying the ride.
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| Tyson Hugies 1994 Acura Legend Coupe. Not your typical 18-year old car. |
Confession: Ive been neglecting the TireKicker Time Machine feature. Partly because its 17 million degrees in Phoenix this summer but also because Im looking for the exceptional.
Turns out I found it in the summer of 2009...and just needed reminding.
The picture above is of a 1994 Acura Legend 6-Speed Coupe belonging to a young man named Tyson Hugie. And its a recent photo.
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| Tyson Hugie, Michael Hagerty and Tysons 1994 Acura Legend Coupe in 2009. |
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| Rear view of Tyson Hugies 1994 Acura Legend Coupe. |
And if you think he keeps it nice by not driving it much...remember that mileage? 378,000 two summers ago? Heres the odometer from this past weekend:
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| Tysons 1994 Acura Legend Coupe odometer reading as of this weekend. |
Thats right...now closing in on half a million miles. Tyson has driven 113,774 miles in 26 months. Thats 4,375 miles a month. Testing two cars a week, I do maybe 2,000...2,400 tops. Hows he do it?
He drives places. Interesting, faraway places:
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| Tyson and the 1994 Acura Legend at the Alaskan border. |
There are a lot of interesting adventures and insights wrapped up in getting a car to the 500,000 mile mark...and Tyson tells them best in his own blog devoted to getting there: DriveToFive (Legendary Quest for 500,000 Miles). Hell hit that milestone soon at this rate...so bookmark it now and start enjoying the ride.
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