2012 Audi A6 Avant Review

Audi launches the next generation of Audi A6 Avant, the estate of the kind of business with more success in Europe. The new model has a wide range of brand progressive technological expertise. Its light body, a large part of which are made of aluminum, sets new standards, the wide range of support systems and multimedia. The keyword of the latter is connected Audi. The 2012 Audi A6 Avant is available with a choice of six engines: two petrol and diesel engines of four units. Fuel consumption was reduced by up to 18 percent over the previous model. At the top of the engine range is the new 3.0 TDI with twin turbo technology and 230 kW (313 hp). Audi also offers many choices of high-end transmission and chassis. The trunk has a capacity of up to 1680 liters (59.33 cubic feet) and offers a host of smart features, including a power liftgate that opens in response to a sensor signal

Audi is once again wrong with the new A6 Avant leader in business class. With its light body and many other innovations, the seventh generation of the Audi A6 Avant is a new chapter in the history of the production model of success.

Measuring 4.93 meters (16.17 feet), the Audi A6 Avant is a very quick first impression. Its proportions are athletes, and the low roof line flows housing D-pillar. Audi offers LED headlights and taillights so interesting visually and technically.

Before establishing new requirements for its lightness. Aluminum, which form about 20 percent of the body, the Audi - a global pioneer in lightweight construction - has raised the bar again. The total weight was reduced by more than 70 kg (154.32 pounds) than its predecessor. A6 Avant 2.0 TDI, for example, has a weight of only 1640 kg (3615.58 lbs).

Start with a capacity of 565 liters (19.95 cu ft), which may be increased to 1680 liters (59.33 cubic feet) by folding the file. Audi offers customers a wide range of elegant features as options. Topping the list is an action oriented, hatchback automatic. Through a combination of power and the trunk hatch convenience to activate a particular movement pattern of the system under the rear bumper and the door opens automatically.

A choice of transmissions is available: S tronic dual-clutch, CVT multitronic and manual transmissions. S tronic is fitted to the quattro, while the manual and multitronic is mounted on the front-wheel drive models. Bluetooth internet connection, MMI navigation plus, and head-up displays come as optional frames.

The latest model of the design reflects the elegance and modern lightness. It 'so characteristic of Audi as the sporty proportions. Audi A6 Avant measures 4.93 meters (16.17 feet) long and 1.87 meters (6.14 meters) wide, but only 1.46 meters (4.79 meters) tall. Its wheelbase has increased by 2.91 feet (9.55 m) - A great victory of the previous model.

Bonnet extends well in front, sharp edges frame taut surfaces of the entire length of the sides. Low profile, flat-roofed early and D-pillars emphasize dynamic styling. Characteristic of the rear lights and exhaust system with two tailpipes emphasize the rear of the car. The line of optional external D package offers a more dynamic look.

Optional LED headlights, which use light emitting diodes for all functions, are another innovative feature. To proceed to the single-frame grille with angled top corners and high gloss black struts even more distinctive. Xenon plus headlights, optionally available either on its own or integrated into the adaptive light control with variable range of the headlamps provide excellent road illumination in any situation. The xenon plus units and LED lights combined with LED taillights.

The luggage capacity is 565 liters. The rear seats are easily folded with a wealth of railway system, increasing capacity to 1680 liters. Adding to the options of luggage, the ability of the Audi A6 to carry heavy loads up to 2,100 kilograms (4629.71 lb's). This is great for those who plan on loading a bike on the back.

Under the hood, the Audi A6 Avant offers a choice of six engines with direct fuel injection, five V6 and a four-cylinder. 2.0 CSR, which produces 130 kW (177hp) to consume about 5.0 liters per 100 kilometers (47.04 U.S. mpg) and 132 grams per kilometer of CO2 (212.43 g / mile). Three variants are available, and the TDI 3.0 to 150 kW (204 hp), 180 kW (245 hp) and 230 kW (313 hp). It takes 5.4 seconds to defeat the 100 km (62.14 mph), speed is limited electronically to 250 km (155.34 mph).

The interior has not lost his job. It has a clear design with a head-up display, Front seat ventilation and massage setting, headlight control with lights and much more. To top it all, is the Bang & Olufsen Advanced Sound System and MMI navigation system.

The interior of the new Audi A6 Avant, inlays known as the "wrap-around" is surrounded by the driver and front passenger. In front of the instrument panel is elegantly curved. The entire interior makes an impression of high quality and functional. It takes light from the exterior styling. Rear seat passengers have plenty of room. There are a lot of storage options and cup holders front and rear, extra storage package available as an option.

Every detail within the country to show the Audi A6 Avant strict quality standards. All materials must be selected and processed with great care. Ornate moldings are available in aluminum, and three species of trees, such as ultra-modern, novel veneer of alternating layers of light and dark oak. Piano lacquer variant, the complete choices. Decorator colors harmonize so elegant as the materials, which contain a variety of skins, even the exclusive Valcona, a very natural class.

Audi offers a choice of front seats especially comfortable and sporty, with top models of ventilation and massage. A lighting system or the optional ambient light bathed in a subtle, light and dramatic. There is also a wide range of options when it comes to flying three or four radios, Electrically adjustable steering column, heated rim and paddles for the automatic transmission.

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2011 Mazda 6 Review

Mazda's current range is a wide range - a fact that the producer wants to play when it comes to providing one of the models, a mid-life coating.

Call the exterior design combined with a spacious interior and functional is one of the highlights of the current Mazda 6 is the largest sale. The face of Mazda's new family is presented with the updated model of a strong sporting is made of solid build quality. Inside, a series of changes within the cabin are even more limited. There are new decorative surfaces, new materials for the dashboard and steering wheel, new upholstery and color combinations.

Edges of the fog we have introduced new and sharper roar. These chassis edges of an "inner eye", which consists of a round fog lamp inside cover following a low to a strong sense of sophistication. It is also redesigned headlights and upper grille with a new winged logo Mazda is black all the qualities and body-colored on the Sport grade. Character lines etched deeply in the current gap between the screen and hood complete the more athletic Mazda 6 never before.

The reasons adults are repeated from the front of the combination of lamps at the rear, new chrome winged decorations that make the lights look wider and seems to make even further in the side panels. The lights themselves are a combination of clear lenses and LED. Mazda 6 facelift also gets stylish new 17 - and 18-inch alloy wheels designs that twist slightly to a very sporty, three-dimensional. This not only improves the silhouette with a high-end look, they are also one kilogram lighter than the wheels on the previous model.

Internal Facelift was a further improvement of the quality of the materials feel. These include a new retail piano black chrome panels and chrome has been recently added to the knobs and switches that passengers use it every day - and the ventilation system and the reproduction of sound, the hand brake lever and the door handles inside. The new piano black and the introduction of sound and air-conditioning panels, center console around the door frame shift and the Council, with the buttons on the steering wheel.

Even a surface treatment for all new washing technique - black matte finish on the standard model, and the subtle silver finish Fully polished look Grade Sports Model. To complete the facelift interior upgrades are a new line of models for upholstery of the seats, and the brown skin recently available for those who are looking for a sense of reward.

Slide in order to verify any of the 2011 Mazda 6 cars, and it is obvious that the purpose of Mazda for perfection can only be superficial. Seats in all versions of the Mazda 6 is a big, strong and very sensual. All models have air conditioning - which becomes a two-zone, Classic, Luxury and Sport Luxury models. The front seats are digging into the slide and adjustable in height - which will be 4-way (passenger) and 8-way (driver), memory function can be adjusted more luxurious models. The entire Mazda 6 range includes six airbags, ABS, EBD, traction control, DSC, front active head restraints, seat three-point belts (which are pre-stressed, the load-limiters and height adjustable), reducing the intrusion at least the brake pedal and Triple H, the security organization that is responsible for maintaining the structural integrity of the cottage if a serious accident.

Security is also built into the Mazda 6 with a standard remote door locks, locking and immobilizer system, known as Category 1 alarm. This ensures that your vehicle remains in your vehicle. Limited models come with a 4-speaker audio with MP3 compatible radio / CD system that becomes a six-speaker in the classic. The luxury high-end luxury sports models will delight the ears of music lovers with a crystal clear eight-speaker Bose. Leather seats with accent is a must for anyone who likes his comfort. Enjoy the current Mazda 6 interior is stained like chrome, simple and sophisticated instrumentation, ergonomic controls and bright.

At the top of the range, the Mazda 6 facelift offers a model of quality sports updates - for all body styles - which is ideal for those who want more dynamic expression. Unique features include the sports of years a symbol of the highest mark in the grille with a body-color moldings wing-shaped extendingsideways, typeadaptivefrontlightingsystem anewheadlampdesignthatholdsthenewswivel-lamps, wing-like coating, silver for new build goggles fog, the rear lights have clear lenses and LED interior. Inside, customers get a shiny, silver hair full of shine on all panels and decorative metal rings blackout meters of sportiness and refinement. A special leather or black or brown leather or black leather half is available. The portions of tissue in the half leather seats have a vertical model that creates a nice sporty look.

Facelift model has been updated recently developed man-machine interface (HMI), now means that it is easier to use. Numbers in the instrument driver are larger and the temperature gauge cluster is not driving, but in the middle of the display, where the front passenger can read it.

Mazda 6 superior combination of a lively, intelligent engines, the "one-with-car handling 'and ride quality make it unique in this segment. When this has been the starting point, the chassis engineers made several important changes steering and suspension systems for the lift to fine tune the car to drive and ride comfort. facelift version was also developed that Mazda's lightweight strategy benefits both the dynamics and fuel efficiency.

The Mazda 6 facelift OS has been upgraded to brake stability-oriented feel for the straight lines on the highway. New disc springs are added to the management of mount points for supportyokeandthecontrol-mapsoftwareforthepower-assistedsteeringrevised.Togetherthisdelivers better steering feel more predictable. In addition, new steering mounting rings with a spring constant to reduce the compliance monitoring and optimum stability greatly improved, especially when cruising on the highway.

Some of the ecological development of the power sources of the Mazda plans to introduce a single catalyst, developed by Mazda in gasoline engines. Traditional catalysts are precious metals that cause chemical reactions on their surfaces that purify exhaust gases. Because these metals are linked to the base material, tend to agglomerate into larger particles over time, which reduces their ability to clean exhaust gases. To compensate for this problem, catalysts have traditionally used a large amount of precious metals. Mazda has solved this problem successfully by immersing the compounds of precious metals, base material of the particles are nano-sized catalyst (<5 nm) for the first time. These particles are kept in force for a long time exposure to high temperature exhaust gas, which is to preserve an effective area of ??gas purifying effect.

Not only is Mazda's unique catalyst helps a nanotechnology efficiency of gasoline engines, it needs about 72 percent less precious metal, which is to preserve these scarce resources and limiting production costs.

The Mazda 6 facelift is available with a new type AFS turn for better visibility at night. The system uses information from the steering wheel and the car's speed to better inform the curve. It turns out that projector left or right, depending on the direction of spin, up to 15 � to illuminate this part of the road when the car reaches a maximum of three seconds. Works with two beams of xenon high and low.

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Rolls-Royce Phantom

Rolls-Royce Phantom is a luxury sedan, which was launched in 2003 as a model. It 'was the first Rolls-Royce is a car designed and built under the ownership of BMW, which bought the company in 1998.

Decades before the current generation of the Phantom, Rolls-Royce were often perceived as nothing more than a nice old-school luxury barges all the technological innovations and a dynamic tension of the Queen Mary. So to speak, was the skepticism surrounding the introduction of the Rolls-Royce Phantom would be the same as saying reality resort occasionally to the manufacture of the evaluations are at stake.

Rolls Royce Phantom Review

When the parent company BMW first announced in late 1990 that would give a new Rolls-Royce customers who pay the January 1, 2003, most analysts who wrote as the kind of attitude that comes from usually more than a business. After all, even BMW owns Rolls-Royce brand again. It would be four and half years before the German manufacturer has acquired the rights to sell the legendary brand, but the goal was accomplished fact, and the first new Rolls-Royce in nearly 40 years had left the Rolls, while new factory- Royce at Goodwood in West Sussex, England.

Unlike so many of his predecessors, who live in this luxury sedan beautifully crafted and elegant ultra meet the high expectations of a vehicle adorned with Spirit of Ecstasy hood mounted. Even if a case can be made one of his rivals years, no other car can boast the unique style of grandiose dimensions and excellent reputation of the 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom.

Although ties with BMW M5, the ghost is really true to Rolls-Royce. Over 19 meters long, the regular step 7 Series Phantom exceeded more than 2 meters in overall length, and can completely engulf the Mini between its front and rear axles. The production of a vehicle large enough that it does not flex and bend in every road imperfection requires a unique structure. In the case of the Phantom, the structure is made of aluminum space frame, which is both lighter and stiffer than conventional steel.

While the ultra-luxury competition can offer more high-tech gadgets and a greater sense of the modern Rolls-Royce Phantom has an undeniable charm of the ancient world, and great-than-life presence. Its hood ornament for his majestic nearly 20 feet flat, Phantom commands attention like few other cars. And if that is not enough, an extension wheelbase (EWB) model can be delivered with about 10 inches of extra length overall and legs of the rear seats.

Phantom is powered by a 6.7 liter V12 with 453 horsepower and 531 pound-feet of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a six-speed automatic. Despite a curb weight approaching 3 tons, going from zero to 60 mph in just 5.7 seconds. Behind 20-inch wheels are ideal for strong brakes, air suspension and adjustable dampers automatically.

The interior of the Rolls-Royce Phantom is more enjoyable than you might imagine, with more leather and pieces of wood that you find relevant on a herd of cattle lost in Sequoia National Forest. Numerous customization options provides ample opportunity to adapt this luxurious environment to its exact specifications and customized.

For those who actually drive their ghosts, the dashboard is organized in clean, classic indicators and simple audio and climate control. More complex functions controlled by iDrive-like interface, right-style motor hidden inside the center console. The rear seat offers plenty of stretching-room, of course, and the first floor of C-pillars covered with the ghost of VIP, while the rear-hinged coach doors provide them with the proper input and output.

Once started, the big wheel, but three feels light twigs in their hands, still offers good feedback, allowing the large sedan to change direction with ease, as long as you are traveling at a leisurely pace. V12 is prodigious power and the engine becomes very low noise, even at full load. The ride is excellent, absorbing huge potholes and road imperfections with equal aplomb. There is some wind noise around the pillars Aa speed, but it is minimal and likely evident because virtually no other noise was heard.

The ghost was a completely new model from Rolls-Royce in 2004. While some found it a bit flashy, lacking high-tech features and controls easy to use auxiliary, we had rented for the accommodation of passengers decadent, a unique style and exemplary performance for its size. A standard power sunroof and power "boot" the cover was added in 2005, and the following year, added Rolls Royce Phantom Bluetooth and external video cameras showed their images through the largest LCD Assistance parking. The time base wheel ISF model debuted for model year 2007.

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