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  • Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG by MKB

    MKB Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG
    Winnenden-based Mercedes-Benz tuning specialist MKB has developed a program to boost the CLS 63 AMG.

    Already churning out an impressive 415 kW (557 hp) and 800 Nm of torque from its 5.5-litre bi-turbo V8 in factory form, MKB remaps the ECU software, increases boost pressure and fits its own manifolds and exhaust system, which sees output jump to 515 kW (700 hp) and 1,000 Nm. On the road that translates to a 0-100 km/h time of 4.1 seconds – up from 4.4s – and an electronically limited top speed of 300 km/h (186 mph), although the company will increase that figure to 340 km/h (211 mph) – tyres permitting.

    Those wheels are interesting…
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  • Mercedes C 63 AMG Coupe Black Series by Superior Automotive Design

    Superior Automotive Design Mercedes C 63 AMG Coupe Black Series
    The Florida-based styling specialist Superior Automotive Design was recently asked by a customer to put a twist on his brand new C 63 AMG Coupe Black Series, and this is the result.

    Changes to the heavy-duty 336 kW (457 hp) model, which are relatively subtle yet effective, comprise of a 3M matte gunmetal grey body wrap, powder coated wheels in gloss black and a few painted accents. The finishing touch was to fit out the entire door jambs in carbon fibre to match the other carbon components on the car, such as the spoilers, side skirts and interior elements.
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  • Audi SQ5 3.0 TFSI announced

    Audi SQ5 3.0 TFSI
    Audi has announced details of a petrol-engined SQ5 ahead of its Detroit début (January 14-27), created specifically for customers including those in the United States, Canada, China and Russia, with Europe retaining the SQ5 TDI as the sportiest model in the Q5 range.

    This time around, Audi has fitted the company’s supercharged 3.0 TFSI engine which develops 260 kW (354 hp) and 470 Nm of torque, allowing a 0-100 km/h time of just 5.3 seconds and a limited top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). Average fuel consumption equates to 8.5 litres every 100 kilometres with CO2 emissions of 199 g/km.

    Emphasising the compact SUV’s sporty credentials is the V6-T fender badging, a 30 mm reduction in ride height, 20-inch alloy wheels (or optional 21-inchers), black brake calipers, modified bumpers, roof spoiler, platinum grey single-frame grille with aluminium-look struts, roof bars and exterior mirrors.

    Inside the cabin, occupants are treated to power-adjustable sport seats in Pearl Nappa leather and Alcantara, brushed aluminum inserts, a specially-shaped steering wheel (with aluminium-look flappy paddles) and S door sill trims, dials, badges and gear knob. Items on the options list include a lunar silver headlining and trim panels in Carbon Atlas, Piano finish or aluminium/wood.
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  • Lamborghini Sesto Elemento production details

    Lamborghini Sesto Elemento
    Autovisie in the Netherlands has unearthed official details of the Lamborghini Sesto Elemento‘s forthcoming production.

    Set to be virtually identical to the concept car, apart from a more rigid monocoque, the hardcore track car tips the scales at just 999 kilograms (2,202 lb) and is propelled by the 419 kW (570 hp) V10 engine and all-wheel-drive layout from the company’s 1,340 kg (2,954 lb) Gallardo LP570-4 Superleggera. This results in a power-to-weight ratio of just 1.75 kilograms per hp – allowing a 0-100 km/h time of just 2.5 seconds and a top speed surpassing 300 km/h.

    The sub-1000 kg figure is down to the extensive use of carbon fibre throughout the car’s construction, including the forged composite monocoque. Even parts such as suspension components and control arms have made use of carbon fibre, resulting in items 30 percent lighter than their comparable aluminium counterparts.

    The front and rear sections are created from single pieces of carbon and feature quick-release mechanisms allowing easy access for maintenance. Inside, the fixed seats are integrated within the tub, meaning the pedals and steering are adjusted to suit the owner’s specific measurements. Just 20 units will be built at Lamborghini’s new Pre-Series Centre, where all of its low-volume vehicles and prototypes are constructed. Pricing will be around the €2,000,000 mark.

    “The Sesto Elemento is intended for collectors who occasionally also want to drive on a track. It is for a car collector who also wears a race suit,” said the Chief Designer of the Sesto Elemento, Filippo Perini.
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  • SR Auto Project Phantom Audi R8

    SR Auto Project Phantom Audi R8
    Vancouver-based styling specialist SR Auto Group has recently revamped a customer’s Audi R8 Coupe, resulting in the SR Project Phantom.

    Still sporting a Hofele Design carbon fibre front lip and rear spoiler along with a carbon fibre front fascia and rear vents by PPI Automotive Design, SR has removed that matte black wrap to reveal the glistening black bodywork, while the matte PUR 3HREE wheels have made way for a set of the imaginatively-named 4OUR Monoblock items. Finished in Diamond Black, they measure 8.5 and 11 x 20-inches.
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  • BMW M135i vs Subaru WRX STI track test

    BMW M135i vs Subaru WRX STi
    This new video from Auto Express sees Owen Mildenhall roll up at Blyton Park circuit to see how BMW’s M135i and the Subaru WRX STI compare on track.

    The M135i is packing a turbocharged 3.0-litre straight six, developing 235 kW (320 hp) and 450 Nm of torque, while its 320R-spec Japanese rival produces identical figures thanks to a turbocharged 2.5-litre flat-four Boxer unit.
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