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  • Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet Karmann

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    Volkswagen has announced details of a special Golf Cabriolet Karmann edition.

    Created to honour the Osnabrück-based manufacturer Wilhelm Karmann GmbH, which has been responsible for building many Volkswagen vehicles, including the original Sciroccos and earlier Golf Cabriolets – up to 2001, special features include ten-spoke Porto alloy wheels in a 17-inch diameter and chrome surrounds on front fog lamps and air intake grilles.

    Moving inside, the cabin gains embossed sill plates, Alcantara-trimmed sports seats, leather-trimmed steering wheel, gear knob and handbrake grip, brushed aluminum door inlays and chrome detailing on the dial and heater vent surrounds. Other standard equipment includes Park Pilot, the RCD 210 radio, centre armrest with storage compartment, and a wind deflector.

    Offered with the 77 kW (103 hp ) 1.2 TSI engine, pricing in Germany starts at €27,275.
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  • Lamborghini Huracan surfaces

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    Lamborghini has released details of the new Huracán LP 610-4 ahead of its world debut at next year’s Geneva Motorshow (March 6-16).

    Taking styling cues from the Aventador and vicious Sesto Elemento, the sculpted Huracan is slightly heavier than the Gallardo it replaces at 1,422 kg, but uses a revised version of that naturally aspirated 5.2-litre V10 engine, which now develops 448 kW (610 HP) and 560 Nm of torque and is also EU6 compliant. Power is sent to the four-wheel drive system via a new flappy paddle-operated 7-speed dual-clutch transmission featuring Strada, Sport and Corsa modes.

    With a power-to-weight ratio of 2.33 kilograms per horse power, 0-100 km/h happens in 3.2 seconds, with 200 km/h arriving in 9.9 seconds, while top speed is 325 km/h (202 mph) and fuel consumption average out at 12.5 litres per 100 km with CO2 emissions of 290 g/km. Sensibly, carbon-ceramic brakes are fitted as standard, while the variable ratio steering ratio system and magneto-rheologic damper control are both available as options.

    Moving inside, the cockpit is upholstered in Nappa leather and Alcantara, while a full-colour 12.3 inch instrument panel takes care of navigation duties, the infotainment functions and rev-counting.

    From next January, Lamborghini will be taking the Huracan on a world tour to 130 invitation-only preview events in more than 60 cities.
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  • Volkswagen Jetta GLI Edition 30

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    Volkswagen has announced details of a special edition Jetta celebrating thirty years since the GLI variant was introduced to the U.S. market.

    Visually, the Jetta GLI Edition 30 can be identified by its 18-inch Laguna alloy wheels, red trim on the radiator grille, a trunk spoiler, and exclusive Edition 30 badging, while the interior is treated to embossed sill plates, carbon fibre-look trim inlays, V-Tex leatherette upholstery on the seats with red accents, and red stitching on the steering wheel, shifter gaiter, brake lever and floor mats.

    Those with deeper pockets can opt for the Edition 30 with Navigation, which gains LED daytime running lights and Bi-Xenon headlights, the RNS 315 touchscreen navigation system, a rearview camera, Keyless access and push-button start.

    When pricing is revealed and the order book opened, customers will be have a choice of Deep Black Metallic, Pure White, Tornado Red, or Reflex Silver Metallic paintwork.

    [Source: Volkswagen]

  • SEAT Leon Cup Racer track test

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    This new video from Auto Express magazine sees SEAT’s striking Leon Cup Racer in action on the track.

    Based on the five-door Leon model, the Cup Racer is propelled by a two-litre, four-cylinder turbocharged engine, which sends 243 kW (330 hp) and 350 Nm of torque to the front wheels via a 6-speed DSG transmission and electronic differential lock. An endurance racing version, equipped with a lever-operated sequential racing transmission and mechanical differential lock is also available.

    Customers can purchase the Leon Cup Racer for €70,000 while the endurance version will set you back €95,000.
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  • Mercedes A 45 AMG by mcchip-dkr

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    Obergartzem tuning specialist mcchip-dkr has announced details of what it can do for Mercedes A 45 AMG owners.

    The company’s Stage One option utilizes a simple ECU software upgrade, which sees output from the AMG 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged engine climb from 265 kW (360 hp) and 450 Nm of torque to 294 kW (400 hp) and 535 Nm, while Stage Two sees the addition of sports catalysts to bump the power figure up to 309 kW (420 hp). Stage Three involves all of the above plus the fitment of an uprated twin-scroll turbocharger unit, which results in 331 kW (450 hp) and 550 Nm.

    Finally, the A 45 AMG receives a KW Clubsport coilover suspension kit and a set of mbDesign’s 19-inch KV1 alloy wheels covered in 235/35 Dunlop Sport Maxx tyres.
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  • Manhart MH6 700 BMW M6

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    Geilenkirchen tuning specialist Manhart Racing has released details of its MH6 700 program to suit the current BMW M6.

    The company’s Stage 4 performance package includes remapped software, a complete stainless steel exhaust system with sports cats and adjustable valve control, and a carbon fibre intake. Those changes see output from the turbocharged 4.4-litre V8 jump from 418 kW (560 hp) and 680 Nm of torque to 546 kW (743 hp) and 953 Nm.

    On the road, 100 km/h is dispatched with in a mere 3.8 seconds, while 100 km/h to 200 km/h takes just 6.3s and top speed is a heady 320 km/h (199 mph).

    Other goodies include a carbon fibre aero package comprising a louvered bonnet, front spoiler with optional RS lip, boot lid spoiler and rear diffuser section. There’s also a pair of mirror casings, an adjustable KW variant 3 coilover kit, and a set of the company’s 21-inch Concave ONE alloy wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Super Sport rubber.
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