suvs & trucks

front view of 2012 Audi Q7

Both BMW and Porsche, and are lagging somewhat behind its X5 and Cayenne models in the competitive car market SUVs, but Audi does not put much on the road to fame, as it has built-rows, were specialized in the quattro all-wheel drive system and have the love of their U.S. clients. However, the model needs to lose enough weight.

rear view of Audi Q7 model 2012

That being said, the next generation of the Audi Q7 is expected to have 295 kg. We can be sure that the forced induction 3.0-liter will be the backbone of the range of engines and some V8 models could be left out, as happened with the facelifted S5. Audi could produce a really efficient diesel car and a hybrid is also likely to follow the trend set by the Audi Q5.

side view of 2012 Audi Q7

The firm has revamped its range Audi Q7 2012. In this way Audi has significantly expanded the equipment to make improvements in your engine, 245 hp 3.0 Tdi comes to replace the Q7 3.0 240 hp. Then we will see a price list according to the model, including versions have the Gasoline and Diesel, these prices are only for the Spanish market.

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side view of 2012 Ford Explorer

Ford Explorer 2012 in Venezuela, longer, wider, heavier and now with 4-cylinder turbo engine. The new Explorer was developed on the platform of the Ford Flex and Taurus, to some extent by adopting stylistic lines present in the Flex and the Land Rover, but maintaining the trend of design “kinetic” that marks the course of the design that identifies the range Ford.  The front is dominated by new headlights follow the stylistic trend clearly Ford.

front view of Ford Explorer 2012

In the center striking new grille that blends the plastic parts painted the body color with subtle chrome plates.  At the bottom of black color moldings have a dual function, serving as decorative and useful under the bumper guard and serves as housing for the fog lights. It raises the level of ride and handling on the road and turns off-road experience.

back view of 2012 Ford Explorer

It has a wide range of towing capacity and has three rows of seats. This model mounts a powerful V6 engine that will allow more than 20 percent in fuel economy than the 2010 model, breaking the conventional expectations of the efficiency of the SUV. Technical data of the new Ford Explorer 2012 with new engine technology EcoBoost 4-cylinder turbo.

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front view of Ford Kuga 2012

The new generation Ford Kuga, which will be manufactured in Spain, will arrive in mid-2012 the European market. But the American version, called Escape, is presented these days in Los Angeles and shared body, interior and technology. The new Ford Kuga / Escape takes the basis of the current generation Focus and employs many elements of this.

side view of 2012 Ford Kuga

Also have a new all-wheel drive system that will analyze external factors 25 to provide the ideal traction in every situation, whether on dry pavement, slippery roads or driving “off road”. Also released a new wizard called Curve Control that automatically slow the car if you take a curve too fast, and another drive system that will help speed with better traction when cornering, called Torque Vectoring Control.

back view of Ford Kuga 2012

Another interesting development is the system of opening the tailgate without hands, by a sensor that activates the automatic opening by simply moving the foot below the bumper. The wheelbase on the American model is 2667 mm, total length of 4,521 mm, which in Europe should be the same or differ at most a few millimeters, while the luggage compartment offers 557 liters of capacity, according to American standards of measurement.

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exterior design of 2012 Infiniti FX50

The new Infiniti FX50 2012 is the ideal car for those who like power, transport technology and the family loves. To prove it, The Happening chose the road to Cuernavaca, precisely because of its curves and counter curves, to begin a journey that took us to the restaurant in Las Mananitas. The start of this car is really good and on the road, speed is one of its strengths.

side view of Infiniti FX50 model 2012

The manual transmission mode offers selectable manual gearboxes and adaptation of the scheme to reduce (DRM), which does. It also has sensitive steering the vehicle speed. With this car, parking is a beauty: Around View Monitor has the Sonar System with front and rear, which lets you see the car from both points and zenith angle, a plus also give you security.

front view of 2012 Infiniti FX50

Your audio system is flawless, is a 11-speaker Bose Premium, has MP3 playback capability, RDS and control of the speed-sensitive volume, a single in-dash, Bluetooth wireless technology and USB connection port for interface with iPod and other compatible devices. The Infiniti FX50 2012 with a price of 955.500 pesos, you are guaranteed to drive a car and super mega sports technology.

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side view of 2012 Lexus LX 570

In recent weeks we have spoken several times of the renewal of the Toyota Land Cruiser 200, both in the Japanese version and in Europe. Well, the posh brother (selling Lexus) also renewed and officially launched at the Detroit Auto Show. The most important changes of the Lexus LX570 primarily affect the frontal, which is inspired by the latest generation of GS and looks more dynamic and elegant.

front view of Lexus LX 570 model 2012

Optical, grill and bumpers are entirely new, like the design of alloy wheels and some colors. Inside the news affecting the new system that facilitates entry to the driver, called “Easy Access”, and removed the steering wheel and seat to make room. Also new is the sound equipment and lighting in the box clocks.

exterior design of 2012 Lexus LX 570

What follows is the engine as usual, with the popular 5.7i V8 with 381 horsepower mated to a shift six-speed automatic. This new truck handles mainly aesthetic and mechanical changes. Port a new front fascia, grille and LED daytime running lights, very similar to those of the Toyota Land Cruiser. As for the flashing lights brings side mirrors recent and new wheels 20 inches.

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side view of 2012 Eterniti Hemera

The Hemera is the first product in a niche brand Bentley, Maserati and Aston Martin, dominate for years. All panels are made of carbon compounds. The interior is in final testing phase and will be released later this year. Depending on the brand will have an exceptional performance provided by the engine of 4.8 liter twin-turbo V8 over 620 hp.

front view of 2012 Eterniti Hemera

The Hemera have a limo back space, including two reclining rear power seats with heating and cooling, iPads with wireless keyboards, and a cooler of drinks. This responds to the demand from Asian markets, as a suitable car for drivers. Production will begin in early 2012 and will begin to deliver in the summer. Prices have not yet been confirmed.

rear view of 2012 Eterniti Hemera

Buyers will receive a total of three-year warranty. The problem comes when you buy one, since the collateral must be sealed in London, where he performed maintenance work. To put some criticism of the article would like to know the opinion of my readers because I like the Porsche Cayenne in front and back has a certain resemblance to the Seat Leon Cupra.

exterior design of 2012 Nissan Pathfinder

As expected, Nissan has presented at the NAIAS this year than expected Nissah Pathfinder Concept. A pre-production version of the new SUV off-road excellence of the firm Nippon, and is not leaving no one indifferent. A priori, the dynamic jump is impressive. Everything changes, at least in the section on design and structural lines. The Nissan Pathfinder is one of those models that have been hovering in small teaser and spy photos in recent days.

side view of Nissan Pathfinder 2012

Pathfinder philosophy becomes that of a huge SUV, which has not finished like the whole world and is that not a few are already criticizing him for the great change in philosophy. The new Pathfinder comes with a much more solid and unified, saying goodbye to the rear so characteristic, and reminding the old part of Honda CR-V and Hyundai also Santa-Fe.

front view of 2012 Nissan Pathfinder

Some comparisons have not finished like Nissan, but at the end of the day falls on a prototype, and not on a production model. The most logical thing is to proceed with the Nissan Pathfinder and bring it to production, after all is the main idea of ??the Nippon manufacturer. However you may not expect a reception as “diversified“. Today in Detroit we could finally meet face new road, now delving a little deeper into his face as SUV.

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side view of 2012 Mini Countryman John Cooper Works

The Countryman MINI John Cooper Works will be available with front-wheel drive or all-AII4. The new MINI John Cooper Works Countryman is inspired by the WRC and possibly have new tires, bumpers and spoilers. The presentation to the public for John Cooper Works MINI Countryman is planned for March 2012 Geneva Motor Show 2012.

front view of Mini Countryman John Cooper Works 2012

It was only a matter of time before we had news of the hottest version of the Mini Countryman, from which we spoke just a couple of months on the occasion of his first spy photos. The British brand in the hands of BMW, continues to develop at Austria to get ready for its coming-out, to be held in March at the Geneva Motor Show. To create buzz, Mini has been responsible for disseminating their own photos, a good way to talk about your car and do so with accurate information.

rear view of 2012 Mini Countryman John Cooper Works

What we see is exactly what I expected: an aesthetic and aerodynamic kit prominent bumpers, a small spoiler, side skirts, dual exhausts, black accents, the JCW grille feature. Regarding the Cooper S, the suspension is lowered by 10 mm, 23 mm anti-roll bars are thicker at the front and 17 mm in the rear disc brakes grow to 296 mm in diameter. Under the hood we find the famous 1.6-liter turbocharged 211 horsepower with which reach more than 220 km / h.

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front view of Toyota Fortuner 2012

After last week’s presentation of redesigned versions of the 2012 HiLux models for the European market, from company Toyota is the market of Thailand presented version of the model that bears the name of Hilux Vigo, as well as his brother’s SUV, Fortuner model for the transportation of up to seven passengers. In Thailand, the Fortuner SUV is offered with two petrol engines and 3.0L unit that provides power 163 KS and 2.5L engine that provides power 144 ks.

side view of 2012 Toyota Fortuner

Both the Toyota Hilux Vigo and Fortuner got the same style as the audit and presented a model for the European market including the new front-end vehicles, a new grid engine, new optional alloy wheels, interior improvements such as a redesigned instrument panel plus improvements within the available equipment. For fans of petrol engines is available 2.7l unit volume that is certified at 160 hp power.

back view of Toyota Fortuner 2012

At the 7-seater Toyota Fortuner is set 2.7-liter 118-horsepower gasoline engine or a 3-liter 120-strong turbo diesel D4D. The car is equipped with a 4 – or 5-speed automatic gearbox. Successfully overcome any off-road Toyota Fortuner allow such design features as the presence of load frame, four-wheel drive continuous use TOP, the presence of demultiplicator, the ability to lock the center differential.

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front view of Chevrolet Suburban 2012

This time we had the opportunity to test the Chevrolet Suburban, which represents “big words” for several decades in the sport utility market. Our test unit was the Suburban LTZ 2012 with four-wheel drive and really make us a good concept of what it represents have one, I took to the mountains of North Carolina, a charming and cozy small town of Murphy.

side view of 2012 Chevrolet Suburban

Were approximately 45 hours of operation on board the Chevrolet Suburban 2012, long enough to see his goodness and truth of the matter is that there are many points against him to find after many hours of moving into it. There are not many trucks on the market with the interior space and versatility as the Suburban. Easily fits 9 passengers.

rear view of Chevrolet Suburban 2012

So, if your family is the closest thing to a football team, this SUV Chevrolet would be the ideal vehicle to get to (almost) all members of the “team”. This generosity is supplemented with captain chairs suitable for second-row seat, where two passengers can travel comfortably in reclining chairs and watching your favorite movie on the DVD entertainment system.

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