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Lexus GX (2025) - Wild Extra-Large SUV! CAR TV 2024-07-17 | Thanks: PRIDE CARSinstagram.com/pridecars.uapride-cars.comhttps://t.me/pridecarsmoscowhttps://www.avito.ru/brands/i3060358992025 Lexus GXStarting at $64.250 Highs: Punchy turbo V-6 powertrain, high maximum towing capacity, Overtrail models are tailor-made for off-roading. Lows: Mediocre fuel-economy, third row is best left for small kids, getting the best capability means going without the third row altogether. Verdict: With a premium cabin, available third-row seating, and a host of optional advanced off-road gear, the 2024 Lexus GX is an SUV with dual personalities.OverviewThe Lexus GX, the brand's mid-size, off-road SUV, has been overdue for a redesign, and it's finally happened for the 2024 model year. Riding on an all-new platform with an updated powertrain and a load of more modern features, the new GX550's rugged appearance is about the only thing that ties it to its outdated forbear. The new model's boxy, Land Cruiser-inspired exterior looks like it will age well—a good thing since the GX has a history of lengthy product cycles. The 2024 GX550 rides on the same body-on-frame platform as the Toyota Sequoia and the Toyota Tundra and will be available with a twin-turbo V-6 powertrain—offered with and without hybrid assist—rather than the V-8 of the outgoing model. It slots into the Lexus SUV lineup between the flagship LX luxury off-roader and the TX SUV, the latter of which is similar in size but focused more on interior space and on-road refinement. What's New for 2024?The GX is one of Lexus's oldest nameplates and is admired by off-roading enthusiasts, so Lexus is smart for continuing to offer it with a host of terrain-tackling hardware. We expect to see the GX550 in Lexus showrooms in early 2024.Pricing and Which One to BuyThe price of the 2024 Lexus GX starts at $64.250 and goes up to $81.250 depending on the trim and options.Premium: $64,250Premium+: $69,250Overtrail: $69,250Luxury: $77,250Overtrail+: $77,250Luxury+$81,250: The GX has two personalities: luxury on-roader or trail-conquering off-roader. For buyers who plan to spend the majority of their time on asphalt, we'd suggest the Luxury trim, as it classes up the GX550's interior with plenty of nice-to-have features, including semi-aniline leather upholstery, 10-way adjustable front seats with massage, heat, and ventilation, illuminated door sill plates, and second-row window shades. It also comes with larger 22-inch wheels which better fill the GX's large wheel wells for a more upscale look. For the same price, the Overtrail+ trim provides a more rugged appearance and more capability for off-roading, but the compromise is that it eliminates the GX's third row of seats and some of the luxury items listed above. But if you're planning outdoor adventures, it is worth consideration.Engine, Transmission, and PerformanceA twin-turbocharged 3.4-liter V-6 engine is standard in the GX550. At 349 horsepower, the blown V-6 makes more power than the previous generation GX's V-8. A 10-speed automatic is also standard and all models come with four-wheel drive. Overtrail and Overtrail+ trims are decked out with more off-road goodies than the standard trims, including 18-inch wheels with 33-inch All-Terrain tires, an aluminum skid plate, an adaptive suspension system with more wheel articulation, a crawl-control feature, and selectable drive modes for differing terrains. On the road, performance is plentiful and the GX550 feels punchy off the line. The ride is stiff, especially on the available upsized wheels. Steering is crisp and the GX's handling is appropriate for the tall, boxy SUV that it is, but the Lexus truly shines off-road. Outward visibility is excellent, which is especially handy when navigating tight trails. We had the chance to try out the Overtrail model's advanced off-road tech during our initial test drive of the GX550 and came away impressed. The transfer case allows the driver to select the low-range gearset without locking the center differential, which allows for a tighter turning radius, and the Electronic Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (E-KDSS ) can disconnect the front or rear anti-roll bars independently of one another to help improve stability and reduce head-toss. Read More caranddriver.com/lexus/gxInstagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpressFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 Lotus Emeya - Ultra Luxury High-Tech Sport Car! CAR TV 2024-07-16 | Thanks: Frank Autohttps://frankauto.ru/instagram.com/frankauto_ruhttps://t.me/frankauto_ru@frank_auto/videos Lotus Emeya (2024) review: the luxury Lotus A Lotus saloon, but not as you know it…Fully electric limo with mind-warp speedMeet the Lotus Emeya, the brand’s second ‘lifestyle’ car. Like the related Eletre SUV, it’s an all-electric four-wheel drive effort that’s luxury first and sport a somewhat distant second. Two power outputs are offered; the regular Emeya and Emeya S share a figure slightly north of 600bhp, with the R upping this to a whiff over 900bhp.Once again, simplify and add lightness aren’t things you can really do with 2.5 tonnes of luxury automobile. That means all versions of the Emeya get air suspension and adaptive dampers, with even cleverer chassis tech optional on all but the R, which gets it all as standard.Rivals? The Emeya is over 5.1 metres long, so it’s bigger than the BMW i5 and Mercedes EQE, but shorter than the Merc EQS. There is of course the Porsche Taycan as well, but the Emeya is designed to be a softer, more practical thing.At a glancePros: Sumptuous interior, keen handling, comfortCons: R not as satisfying as the S, ceramic brakes grabby, could be more playfulWhat’s new?Although it’s not the first outing for Lotus’s Electric Premium Architecture, there are a few changes unique to the Emeya saloon. For a start, the battery is slimmer to help deliver a low-slung profile and has a revised cooling system to improve charging times.Naturally the bodywork is all-new, with active aero available to boost downforce when you need it and range when you’re driving sensibly. Here, the front splitter is able to drop closer to the ground while the big rear spoiler can fold out, too.While the Emeya is a five-seater as standard, a more luxurious four seat alternative is available. Not only do rear passengers get more adjustable individual chairs, it allows space for a big subwoofer for the optional KEF Reference audio system.What are the specs?Base and S Emeyas get a dual-motor four-wheel drive set-up that delivers 603bhp and 524Ib ft of torque, enough for 0-62mph in 4.2 seconds and a top speed of 155mph. If that’s just too sluggish for you, then there’s always the red-hot Emeya R.This adds an extra motor to the back axle to boost power to 905bhp and provide true torque vectoring, with the top speed pinned at 159mph and 0-62mph taking 2.8 seconds. It also adds active anti-roll bars to help prop it up in bends, and four-wheel steering for more agility at low speeds and stability at higher ones.Stick to the Emeya and range is impressive at 379 miles, dropping to 336 on the S. Choose the R and this falls further to 270 miles. Lotus is claiming record-breaking charging times thanks to an 800v architecture that supports up to 400kW charging speeds on a 600-amp charger. The obligatory 10-80% rapid charge time is a mere 14 minutes at full whack, with a 350kW pump only adding a couple of minutes or so.What about the interior?If you’re familiar with the Lotus Eletre there are no surprises here. If you’re not, then prepare to be shocked. Then Emeya’s interior isn’t just luxurious, it gives similarly priced BMWs and Mercedes a bloody nose when it comes to quality and ambience, too.Now, our test cars were generously specced, but even a boggo base Emeya gets lots of supple Nappa leather, switches and buttons that work precisely and not a lot of visible plastic. Everything looks and feels solidly glued together, and the Comfort seats with ventilation and massage are just the ticket on a baking Bavarian day.The boot is big, there’s a frunk for cables, and space inside is generous. There’s plentiful legroom even with a six-footer behind the wheel, meaning four lanky adults should be perfectly comfortable on a long journey. You might want to request front-seat passengers raise their seat a little, though; there’s not a lot of room to stick your feet under the front seats with them in their lowest position.Read More carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/lotus/emeya-saloonInstagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpressFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 BMW X2 M35i - Gorgeous High-Performance Coupe SUV! CAR TV 2024-07-14 | Thanks: VAMOSinstagram.com/vamoscarsvamos.sahibinden.com2024 BMW X2 M35i First Drive Review: The Aggressive Driver’s CUVThe new X2 has gotten meaner than its jellybean predecessor, in more ways than one.After I got over the goofiness that was the D-pillar roundel emblem, I liked the old BMW X2. With a rounded shape and long roof, though, that car was more of a hackled-up hatchback than a compact SUV. Entering the model’s second generation, the 2024 BMW X2 has evolved into more of a coupe-SUV crossover design with a sloping rear end and a meaner face.Studying both back-to-back, I have to admit that the outgoing car’s softer looks are more my style. But this new iteration is cohesive and generally (and literally) pretty sharp-looking. There’s real visual depth inside too, and I’m surprised to report that the M35i model is more aggressive to drive than you might expect.Before we dig into how it drives, let’s explore the new X2’s appearances a bit more. The rear end and back quarter are particularly cool; the lights and little tail spoiler are pleasing and complementary. Sculpting on the hood that flares up off the kidneys adds a lot of expression to the car’s face. Scoops at the bottom of the bumper lean into the polygon aesthetic pretty hard, but generally, as far as modern BMWs go, this car looks pretty clean. The electric variant being sold in Europe looks almost identical in case any of you nerds were wondering.Why won’t the U.S. get the EV? Whatever BMW’s official statement is, the simple answer is that it was deemed unprofitable. So we’ll be focusing on the gasoline-powered M35i with 312 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque from a 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder. That energy gets to the ground through a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. The whole thing weighs 3,840 pounds, which is substantial but not outrageously heavy for a modern car like this.Fuel economy claims are 32 mpg highway, 23 in the city. That’s not initially impressive, considering my seven-year-old 3 Series wagon, which also has a BMW 2.0-liter turbo engine, can eke out a slightly better 33 highway and 23 in town. However, the M35i does have a 60-plus hp advantage.The cockpit is screen-intensive but sleek. The sculpting around the door handles looks great, there are a lot of neat materials to run your eyes along, and there’s a cute roller coaster-style safety harness for your phone on the wireless charger.I even like the center console control treatment; there’s a lot of black plastic but the controls themselves feel pretty good and look classy. Think modern dedicated game console controller rather than the afterthought that is the remote that came with your TV. The steering wheel is quite thick, as BMW helms often are, and the paddle shifters have an interesting rubberized backing that sort of makes it feel like you’re holding a tactical sci-fi weapon out of Halo.Read More thedrive.com/car-reviews/2024-bmw-x2-m35i-first-driveInstagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpressFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
Volkswagen Touareg (2024) - The Best Family SUV! CAR TV 2024-07-12 | Thanks: Volkswagen Acarlarinstagram.com/vwacarlarhttps://www.acarlaroto.com.tr/ Volkswagen Touareg (2024) review: facelift lite Tech and chassis tweaksCarryover V6 diesel, petrol or hybridAmongst the all-electric and long-range plug-in hybrid models in the range, the Volkswagen Touareg looks increasingly like something from the distant past. A facelift in 2023 updated the then five-year old design, yet the changes seemingly don’t run deep enough compared to the best SUVs in the class.You get refreshed looks, fresh tech and some suspension tweaks. What you don’t get are any efficient new engines or higher-capacity plug-in hybrid batteries. The engines are unchanged, with a choice of 228bhp or 282bhp 3.0-litre diesel V6, a 335bhp 3.0-litre petrol V6 or two plug-in hybrids. These both use the petrol V6, with the regular eHybrid producing a healthy 375bhp and the R 456bhp.What’s new about the Touareg?When the press pack leads with new matrix LED headlights, you know it’s going to be a fairly minor facelift. Their 38,000+ individual LEDs should make it a dream on dark drives and a nightmare should they ever pack up out of warranty. Lightbars front and rear arguably add a dash of modernity, although the illuminated rear VW badge is perhaps a bit much.All versions now get a large 15.0-inch screen and 12.0-inch digital driver’s display previously reserved for higher-end models. The sat nav is now accurate enough to pick up what lane you’re in and there’s HD mapping, while the USBs are upgraded from A to C with fast charging capability.The driving assistance systems have been improved, and there’s a remote parking function via an app. You now get a roof load sensor that helps the ESC understand the loads it’s dealing with and tweaks to both the steel and air suspension systems, too.Does it drive any better?Marginally, yes. The automatic gearbox hesitates slightly if you explore the further reaches of the throttle pedal, but then shifts sweetly enough, while the top V6 diesel provides all the performance you really need. Yes, the petrol V6 is a little quicker, but it needs working harder to deliver the goods.The diesel is muted, but can sound a little strained at times and isn’t as smooth as Land Rover Discovery’s inline-six. The plug-in system is competent with a smooth handover between electric and petrol mode, although it’s quite sedate in EV mode. As we’ll come on to, the range isn’t huge and there is a knock-on effect. At least all models including the PHEVs can tow a 3500kg braked trailer.Wheel sizes are up across the board and now range from 20-22-inches in diameter. Only base Elegance spec gets steel springs paired with fixed dampers, while Black Edition and R get air springs and adaptive dampers. On steel you’re aware of a firmness over sharp-edged bumps and holes at low speed, but it’s quite agreeable as you go faster.Air suspension is a relatively cheap option, as is four-wheel steering on Black Edition. The former is a little more compliant yet allows you to stiffen things up if you want to push on, while height adjustment and self-levelling are introduced. The latter helps with agility and makes tight situations significantly less stressful. Air is a necessity in our book, rear steer less so.The handling is pleasingly neutral and you can carry plenty of speed, although there’s less sense of connection and fun than you’d get in a Cayenne or BMW X5. No, this is an easy-going SUV that prefers to quietly soak up the miles than be hustled down a backroad.What’s the interior like?The interior changes are far less noticeable than those outside. The increased padding for the armrests on the doors is welcome, and a bit more squish around the centre console and transmission tunnel doesn’t hurt either. The large infotainment screen has key functions such as heating at the bottom of the screen, with a few physical controls for drive mode and suspension.Read More Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpressFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 HiPhi Z - The Most Fantastic Electric Car CAR TV 2024-07-11 | Thanks: CRYSTAL CARhttp://instagram.com/crystalcar_rucrystalcar.me/lexushttps://t.me/autoclub_77https://auto.ru/profile/68119541/youtube.com/@CRYSTALCAR_RU+7 (495) 212-16-85Crystal Car is the leader in sales of new Toyota, Lexus, Zeekr, Lixiang cars of different colors and trim levels! More than 100 cars available.On our site you can choose more than 300 cars from all German, Japanese and Chinese premium brands! Do you want to buy a car much cheaper than the market value? Our team will bring you any car directly from the domestic market of China, Europe, Korea or Japan directly from the manufacturer's factory! HiPhi Z review: the all-electric Super GT from China HiPhi Z: 662bhp, 605lb ft, 0-62 in 3.8Radical looks and radical techOver 4000 LEDs on the exteriorWhile it might look like a prop from the latest Transfomers movie, this is a full production version of the HiPhi Z – another new Chinese electric car from another new Chinese electric car brand. It reaches its first European customers in August 2023, and though prospective UK buyers will have a couple of years to wait before right-hand drive models are available, we were hardly going to turn down the chance to drive a 662bhp dual-motor ‘Super GT’ so… individual.You think the appearance is tricky to swallow at first encounter? Then get a load of the price, which in Germany – the first European market alongside Norway – starts at 105,000 Euros. This is no budget land grab but an attempt on the legacy kings, leveraging a new kind of ‘LuxTech’ premium EV appeal.There is a lot to unpack here, so haul on one of the fetchingly purple seat belts and strap yourself in.The HiPhi Z is certainly different…You’ve basically nailed the marketing strategy in one. HiPhi is out to not exactly shock, but at least give you and your friends something to talk about.The buyer profile in China is mostly wealthy multi-car owners looking for exclusivity – although with HiPhi’s other model, the X SUV, becoming the bestselling premium EV in China within months of its launch in 2021, the brand seems to have stabbed itself in the foot in the most successful way possible. That’s a trick no other homegrown product had previously managed, incidentally, and the HiPhi X is coming to Europe as well.But for now, let’s concentrate on the Z. Hard to think of a more out-there concept-looking production model since the BMW i8. And pulling up to the kerb – any kerb – the HiPhi Z has the same kind of pedestrian-halting presence as the first wild encounters with that.There’s an even greater amount of visual theatre here, in fact, as the Z has 4066 LEDs integrated into exterior: 1314 on the sides and 2752 spread across the front and rear. This gives it matrix headlights that can be programmed with bespoke video sequences, the ability to signal the world at large with emojis on each corner, and digital flanks that warn passers-by the doors are about to open or scroll your own written message. Be nice now.The doors in turn are power operated, and open – conventional front, backwards rear – to 90 degrees. Revealing a four- or five-seater interior layout that dazzles with more lights, lots of vegan leather surfaces, and a central screen mounted on a robotic arm that can automatically adjust its angle to suit your perspective.It really is as if HiPhi has spent years staring at concept cars revolving on motorshow turntables and wondered: why can’t that be real?Which of the Chinese automotive giants is behind all this, then?Read More carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/hiphi/z-electric-carInstagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpressFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 Mercedes GLE Coupe - High-Tech Sport Coupe! CAR TV 2024-07-09 | Thanks: CRYSTAL CARhttp://instagram.com/crystalcar_rucrystalcar.me/lexushttps://t.me/autoclub_77https://auto.ru/profile/68119541/youtube.com/@CRYSTALCAR_RU+7 (495) 212-16-85Crystal Car is the leader in sales of new Toyota, Lexus, Zeekr, Lixiang cars of different colors and trim levels! More than 100 cars available.On our site you can choose more than 300 cars from all German, Japanese and Chinese premium brands! Do you want to buy a car much cheaper than the market value? Our team will bring you any car directly from the domestic market of China, Europe, Korea or Japan directly from the manufacturer's factory!2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE-ClassStarting at $63.800 Highs: Spacious first and second-row seats, high-tech features abound, offers some legit off-road capability. Lows: Stiff ride on larger wheels, snug passenger space in the optional third row, unlocking the best features requires a big investment. Verdict: The GLE-class's premium cabin and plentiful tech features bolster its luxury status, but it doesn't stand out among similarly desirable rivals.OverviewIf you're a die-hard Mercedes-Benz customer, the 2024 GLE-class SUV has the panache and features you're familiar with, but rival SUVs in the mid-size segment are closely matched. The Benz is handsome and tech-forward with a quartet of available powertrains that run the gamut from a simple turbo inline-four to a twin-turbo V-8. A monolithic dashboard display provides almost as much digital real estate as Times Square, which is either impressive or annoying depending on your tastes. In contrast to rivals like the Genesis GV80 and the Volvo XC90, the Mercedes offers more off-road capability when equipped with an optional air suspension that can provide more ground clearance or even shimmy the GLE to-and-fro to help extract itself from sand or mud. What's New for 2024?A facelift and new plug-in hybrid powertrain are the headlines for the 2024 GLE-class SUV. The GLE450e model joins the lineup with a turbocharged four-cylinder and electric motor combo that should provide enough electric driving range to avoid using gasoline on short trips around town. The GLE-class's exterior styling is lightly altered for 2024, including a revised front bumper design, an updated grille, new lighting elements, and restyled wheels. A new steering wheel has been added with touch-sensitive controls on the spokes. Updated chrome trim around the air vents and new two-tone upholstery options have been added to the options sheet. The GLE-class also features the second generation of Mercedes' MBUX infotainment interface, which now includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.Pricing and Which One to BuyThe price of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLE-class starts at $63.800 and goes up to $87.850 depending on the trim and options.GLE350: $63,800GLE450: $70,650GLE450e: $70,650GLE 450e Plug-In Hybrid: $70,650GLE580: $87,850After driving two of the four available powertrains, we'd suggest sticking with the entry-level turbocharged four-cylinder GLE350 model. Even though it's the least powerful option, it moves the GLE with enough authority to satisfy most drivers, and it returned the best fuel economy in our testing. With the money saved by selecting the base model, we'd splurge on the Premium package (Burmester audio system, 360-degree camera, and 115-volt household-style power outlet) as well as the Warmth and Comfort package (heated front armrests and upper door panels). We'd also add heated seats in the second row and four-zone climate control, both of which are standalone optionsRead More caranddriver.com/mercedes-benz/gle-classInstagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpressFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
BYD Yangwang U8 (2024) - The Most Powerful SUV! CAR TV 2024-07-05 | Thanks: CRYSTAL CARhttp://instagram.com/crystalcar_rucrystalcar.me/lexushttps://t.me/autoclub_77https://auto.ru/profile/68119541/youtube.com/@CRYSTALCAR_RU+7 (495) 212-16-85Crystal Car is the leader in sales of new Toyota, Lexus, Zeekr, Lixiang cars of different colors and trim levels! More than 100 cars available.On our site you can choose more than 300 cars from all German, Japanese and Chinese premium brands! Do you want to buy a car much cheaper than the market value? Our team will bring you any car directly from the domestic market of China, Europe, Korea or Japan directly from the manufacturer's factory!2024 BYD Yangwang U8 reviewBYD sub-brand’s truly showstopping take on the luxury SUV, and it could come to AustraliaYangwang U8 review – we drive the world's most powerful SUVThe Yangwang U8 is the most powerful SUV in the world and promises superb off-road capability, range-extender technology – and the ability to float. Here's how it performed in our test drive...James Bond’s cars were rarely short of gadgets, be that the amphibious Lotus Esprit or the Aston Martin DB5 that could leave rivals spinning on an oil slick.And with the ability to spin itself 360 degrees on the spot in a "tank turn" manoeuvre and float to navigate flooding, the Yangwang U8 looks to be rekindling the spirit of Q’s secret R&D operations.This big luxury SUV is the first model from Yangwang (an upmarket Chinese brand owned by BYD) and is similar to the Land Rover Defender and Mercedes G-Class in terms of its focus on go-anywhere ability and sumptuous luxury.The U8 employs some radical technologies, including one motor powering each wheel that can work independently of the others – enabling that tank turn party piece – and suspension that can keep the SUV stable in the event of a tyre blowout.There’s no mistaking it for anything else on the road either, with huge clusters of LEDs combining to form vast lighting panels front and rear. The rows of lights on the rear windscreen pillar aren’t just for decoration either, because they can illuminate to show the level of charge.Oh, and there's another thing: with 1184bhp, the U8 is the world’s most powerful SUV, with an explosive 0-62mph time of 3.6 seconds, which we confirmed in our brief test drive on a track. Yes, you read that right – 3.6 seconds.What is the Yangwang U8 like to drive?The first thing to strike you about the U8 is its size. At 5.3m, it’s longer than a Land Rover Defender 130 and a Mercedes G-Class. It’s wide too, but visibility is pretty good, and it’s festooned with parking cameras showing the distances to obstacles in centimetres, making it slightly more wieldy.Once you're on the move, steering isn't as quick as in a Range Rover Sport and we could feel the car pushing power to each wheel independently as it battled to find grip on our slippery track surface. Given the power available, and that a race track isn’t its natural habitat, it does a fine job. In this regard, it bodes well for the Yangwang U9 sports car, which is likely to use similar technology.When you corner at speed, there’s a fair degree of pitch and roll, although it’s less flustered in its sports mode. With the suspension in comfort mode it breezed over the smooth race-track Tarmac, although imperfections could still be felt in its more dynamic settings. Still, the U8 does weigh 3.4 tonnes, and there’s only so much technology can do to overcome physics.Read More whatcar.com/news/yangwang-u8-review/n26636Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpressFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 Lexus LX - Luxury Extra Large SUV! CAR TV 2024-07-03 | Thanks: CRYSTAL CARhttp://instagram.com/crystalcar_rucrystalcar.me/lexushttps://t.me/autoclub_77https://auto.ru/profile/68119541/youtube.com/@CRYSTALCAR_RU+7 (495) 212-16-85Crystal Car is the leader in sales of new Toyota, Lexus, Zeekr, Lixiang cars of different colors and trim levels! More than 100 cars available.On our site you can choose more than 300 cars from all German, Japanese and Chinese premium brands! Do you want to buy a car much cheaper than the market value? Our team will bring you any car directly from the domestic market of China, Europe, Korea or Japan directly from the manufacturer's factory!Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpressFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2025 Nissan Qashqai - The Coolest SUV in The City! CAR TV 2024-06-30 | Thanks: NISSAN GÖRKEM OTOMOTİVinstagram.com/nissangorkemotoNissan Qashqai review“The Nissan Qashqai gets some worthy improvements as part of a chunky facelift. Does the job admirably, not really one for the enthusiast. Obviously”Good stuffWell-priced in the more basic grades, decent space, nicely-equipped, a do-it-all car for familiesBad stuffBland to drive, annoying ADAS, not the prettiest thingOverviewWhat is it?Nissan’s big-selling, mid-sized SUV gets a few choice changes in the latest iteration - though nothing that would scare a current Qashqai buyer, of which there have been some four million since the first one appeared in 2007. So this is bigger news than it might appear.There’s a new face (grille, lights, bumpers), new lights and bumpers on the back, more advanced driver assistance and better connectivity, and a bit of a tweak to the interior. The drivetrains stay the same (the e-Power is the big seller); one of the last ICE-involved powertrains before everyone plays at 100-percent electric.There are also mild hybrid versions of various power outputs (the DIG-T) which also offer the option of all-wheel drive.Space and practicality are both good - Qashqais were always a very Goldilocks proposition for a lot of family transport in terms of exterior size vs usefulness - and it’s well-priced. In a world of expensive EVs, a true family SUV starting at just over £30k feels good value. The e-Power starts at £34,430 mind, so be aware of that, even if it is the big-seller.It is not, however, particularly inspiring on the move. Perfectly acceptable, but if you’re a TG reader you probably want to at least stay awake when driving, and the Qashqai is bland enough to sleepwalk through. It’s the glass of water of the automotive world; it’ll keep you alive, but it won’t tickle your tastebuds.Talk me through the changes on the outside?Ok, so the good news is that you can’t mistake the new Qashqai for the old unless you squint. It does look decently different, though the overall proportions are obviously the same; a mid-sized SUV with a fairly amorphous profile. The grille has expanded into a giant squished hexagon - plated in scales that are inspired by Samurai armour, don’tcha know - the edges of which now stretch right out to the sides of the car.Below are re-profiled bumpers, above are LED headlights and slim daylight running lights. At the back there’s the same vibe, with slimmer rear lights that present as monochrome when dormant - and clearer and crisper when on - with a deeper red for the brake lights. Again, the rear bumper gets a massage, and there are new designs for the alloys, now up to 20-inches and including 18s and 19s.Interestingly, you can get an ’N-Design’ grade that body-colours more of the styling elements (sills, wheelarches) and costs the same as the Tekna grade. Not sure which one we prefer, but it does make the car look a tiny bit more premium… which is what Nissan was going for. Generally it's as per the Qashqai of old: a bit forgettable, but inoffensive.Is it really a new Qashqai?Debatable. If this sounds like a load of tweaks, you’d be right. Fundamentally it’s the same car, but there has been attention paid to a host of different areas. The interior has new materials - the Alcantara dash wrap being actually quite nice - and there’s now a 360-degree camera for kerb-free parking, Google included in the Nissan Connected system and a host of other advanced driver assistance upgrades. It’s definitely not a root and branch change, but more keeping up with the Joneses.Worth noting that a lot of the ‘upgrades’ are byproducts of must-be-included new GSR2 rules that mandate the amount of safety tech, so Nissan is bigging-up some stuff that it had to include anyway. TG isn’t sure the ‘transparent bonnet’ feature (where the cameras give you a projected direct line of sight to the front wheels) was entirely necessary, mind.Even Nissan seemed like they felt they were stretching it when they mentioned that the use-case they investigated for the tech was ‘lining the car up with the rails in an automatic car wash’. That sort of thing is useful in an off-roader, less so in a not-so-big family car.Read More topgear.com/car-reviews/nissan/qashqai-0Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpressFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
Rolls-Royce Phantom (2024) - The Most Expensive Large Sedan! CAR TV 2024-06-27 | Thanks: First Oneinstagram.com/firstone.autohttps://auto.ru/reseller/23ndtdcXbP8/all/Rolls-Royce Phantom reviewWhat is it?Since the first Phantom appeared in 1925, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has had its ups and downs. When the outgoing Phantom appeared at the stroke of midnight on January 1st 2003, the company even called it ‘the last great automotive adventure’.Maybe that should have been penultimate, because we’ve just driven the new car, and as internal combustion most likely won’t be around in another 14 years’ time, this really could be The One.Rolls-Royce reckons the Phantom is the barometer by which everyone else in the world of expensive luxury goods measures themselves, so the bar isn’t just raised here, it’s bejewelled and platinum-plated. You know when someone claims to be ‘the Rolls-Royce of watches/furniture/granite-kitchen-worktops’? Well, this is the Rolls-Royce of Rolls-Royces.Rolls says the Phantom's new spaceframe structure is 30 per cent more rigid than the previous model, a figure that rises significantly in key areas such as suspension and gearbox. This new structure, coincidentally, offers sufficient flexibility to underpin the next wave of Rolls product, its SUV included.The chassis gets an all-new suspension setup, with a double wishbone configuration on the front, a five-link axle at the rear, adaptive dampers, and active anti-roll bars. It’s also the latest car to benefit from four-wheel steering, whose three degrees of counter-steer help shrink the car’s heft at higher speeds, as well as improving low-speed agility. The Phant’s air springs feature bigger chambers than on any previous Rolls, and the tyres are specially developed Continentals whose structure incorporates 2kg of sound absorbent material.There’s 6mm-thick, dual-layer double glazing windows all-round. The body-in-white features the largest-ever cast aluminium joints to enhance sound insulation, and overall the Phantom carries more than 130kg of sound-deadening material. There’s double skin alloy within the floor and on the front bulkhead, into which a foam and felt layer is squeezed. There’s more insulating material in the headliner, doors, and boot cavity.All of this contributes to the car’s 2,560kg kerbweight (2,610kg if you go for the long ’un, which adds 220mm to the wheelbase), but that’s surely an irelevance. As well as monitoring body and wheel acceleration and steering inputs, a stereo camera mounted in the windscreen reads the road ahead to effectively erase surface unpleasantness before it's allowed to upset the occupants’ Dom Perignon. The new Phantom also features so many assistance systems that the heart of its electronic architecture is the single largest component produced by the BMW Group.“Nothing in life is perfect but the Phantom gets close. An imperious, impeccably engineered automotive experience.”The Phantom ‘experience’ is as much about the tactility of the door handles as it is how effortlessly this thing moves. And, of course, how it looks as it scythes through lesser traffic. It’s only when you follow another one that you grasp what a uniquely fabulous looking machine this car really is.Design director Giles Taylor is a meticulous operator, and from the reimagined Parthenon grille to the tighter, faster rear end – whose surfaces benefit from superforming to achieve perfect radii – this is an awesome motor car to behold. Or better still, to travel in. As expensive as it is (from, gulp, £360,000) there’s entertainment for everyone here.Read More topgear.com/car-reviews/rolls-royce/phantomInstagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpressFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
Mercedes-Maybach S580 (2024) - Ultra Luxury Ship in details CAR TV 2024-06-23 | Thanks: Ava Gmbh Moscowinstagram.com/ava_gmbh_moscowhttps://avagmbh.ru/https://t.me/ava_gmbh_moscow2024 Mercedes-Maybach S-ClassStarting at $199.450 Highs: Hypebeast-meets-aristocrat vibe, silky turbocharged powertrains, practically floats down the road. Lows: Not as recognizable as a Rolls-Royce, massive markup over the standard S-class, V-12 engine guzzles gas like a pickup truck. Verdict: As the ultimate Mercedes sedan, the Maybach S-class out-luxes everything else in the brand's portfolio—and well it should at this asking price.OverviewBillionaire buyers looking for the ultimate in luxury will find the 2024 Mercedes-Maybach S-class a sedan fit for their regal routines. Based on the Benz-branded S-class, the Maybach version turns luxury all the way up and features interior materials that put it squarely in the same class with high-dollar rides such as the Bentley Flying Spur and the Rolls-Royce Ghost. Like those cars, the Maybach is designed to pamper every occupant, especially those in the rear, who are treated with options such as reclining seats with massage, a beverage cooler, and electrically operated doors. A standard air suspension virtually erases potholes, making it a peaceful place to close a multimillion-dollar deal or sip a glass of champagne on your way to the red carpet. And depending on how you customize it, the Maybach S-class can get you to your destination without attracting attention from paparazzi, or it can announce your arrival with hypebeast flair. What's New for 2024?A Night Series appearance package is now available for the Maybach S-class that features darkened chrome exterior accents peppered with rose-gold details in the headlamps. The Night Series models come in gray, black, or white exterior colors or can be had with a two-tone Onyx Black and Mojave Silver scheme. The Maybach rolls on special dark-finished wheels embossed with a pattern made entirely of Maybach logos. The car's cabin is decked out, of course, but the Night Series takes it a step further with unique finishings, and you can choose from either an all-black leather upholstery or a white and black duo.Pricing and Which One to BuyThe price of the 2024 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class starts at $199.450 and goes up to $235.450 depending on the trim and options.S580 4Matic: $199,450S680 4Matic: $235,450Read More caranddriver.com/mercedes-maybach/s580-s680Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpressFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
Mercedes GLS (2024) - Comfortable Luxury Large Family SUV! CAR TV 2024-06-18 | Thanks: First Oneinstagram.com/firstone.autohttps://auto.ru/reseller/23ndtdcXbP8/all/2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS-ClassStarting at $88.150 Highs: Posh interior, packed with technology features, smooth-running engines. Lows: Big box design isn't elegant from every angle, neither powertrain is particularly efficient, all this luxury comes at a price. Verdict: The GLS-class is what family transit looks like for the well-to-do.OverviewWhether you're shuttling your heirs to boarding school or hauling home a restock of your wine cellar, the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS-class SUV has the space and refinement for such duties. While GLS450 models come with a smooth-running 375-hp turbocharged inline-six, badge snobs will want to go for the more powerful 510-hp GLS580, which boasts a twin-turbo V-8 engine. The GLS is so refined on the road, its off-road capability is a surprising and welcome trait. Mercedes has made sure it's able to tackle more obstacles than most buyers could dream of taking on. The air suspension can raise for more ground clearance, there are clever all-wheel-drive features to help keep things going in the right direction, and there's even available underbody protection to shield the GLS's sensitive bits when navigating over rocks and ruts. On the road, the GLS's agility and comfortable ride are its most satisfying characteristics. Its taut body control is on par with the BMW X7 and bests that of rivals such as the Land Rover Range Rover and the Lincoln Navigator. What's New for 2024?Mercedes has given the GLS a styling refresh for 2024 that includes an updated grille design, a reworked front bumper, new LED taillights, a new steering wheel, and fresh interior color schemes. The GLS450's six-cylinder powertrain gets a boost to 375 horsepower while the V-8–powered GLS580 now boasts 510 ponies. That model can now also be had with a new Off-Road Engineering package, which adds underbody protection and a revised air suspension that can raise the SUV an additional 1.2 inches for better ground clearance.Pricing and Which One to BuyThe price of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS-class starts at $88.150 and goes up to $113.150 depending on the trim and options.GLS450: $88,150GLS580: $113,150The GLS450's turbocharged inline-six provides plenty of power and is just as smooth as the GLS580's V-8, so we'd stick with that and put the extra dough toward some options. The Executive Rear Seat Plus package turns the second row into a Sybarite zone with massaging seats, a wireless smartphone charging pad, a tablet controller for the GLS's infotainment system, and plusher headrests. It also ups the safety level with side-impact airbags. Ordering that package requires that you shell out for leather upholstery, which, surprisingly, isn't standard.Engine, Transmission, and PerformanceTwo models are offered—the six-cylinder GLS450 and the eight-cylinder GLS580—and both feature some hybridization. The GLS450's turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six is smooth as polished granite and gets a bump from 362 to 375 horsepower for the 2024 model year. The GLS580 is far more powerful, making 510 horsepower from its twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8. At our test track, the 2020 GLS450 we tested managed a brisk 5.5-second run to 60 mph and stopped from 70 mph in a short 154 feet. Despite its size, the GLS-class is easy to hustle on a twisty road, but it's not overtly sporty. All models come standard with an air suspension, but Mercedes also offers a trick system called E-Active Body Control. It utilizes a forward-facing camera to scan for bumps and adjusts the suspension accordingly so riders will feel less of the road’s imperfections. It's a cool technology but expensive, and we think most buyers will find the standard setup does a fine job.Read More caranddriver.com/mercedes-benz/gls-classInstagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpressFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
Porsche Panamera (2024) - Amazing Luxury Coupe! CAR TV 2024-06-14 | Thanks: Ava Gmbh Moscowinstagram.com/ava_gmbh_moscowhttps://avagmbh.ru/https://t.me/ava_gmbh_moscowPorsche Panamera review£79,500 - £142,119“The forgotten Porsche gets modernised. You shouldn't forget it”Good stuffAmazing active suspension, well-integrated hybrid powertrain, styleBad stuffRear is tight for adults, base V6 not very quickWhat is it?Here's a new generation of the Porsche Panamera. As before it's a slinky-looking front-engined sports car with space for four adults, and a decent hatchback boot. What's new is a body redesign and an astonishing active – not adaptive, active – suspension system on the Turbo E-Hybrid.Is it just us or is the Panamera a car that's unfairly ignored? It's surely the last car anyone thinks of when playing word-association with "Porsche". People like us would mention the 911 or Cayman or Boxster, and then the high-profile Taycan EV. The rest of the world will think of the big-selling SUVs.Cars with few rivals sometimes do get forgotten, and sure enough the Panam has few rivals. It's not a hotted-up saloon or estate. And anyway the BMW M5 and AMG E63 or Audi RS6 are absent between generations at the time of this review. It shares a platform with the Bentley Flying Spur, but it's more agile than that. Maybe the closest rival is the Mercedes-AMG GT four-door.The rest of the world might forget the Panamera but Porsche hasn't. It's back and it's both more dynamic and more comfortable than ever.So what's new?The active suspension is top of the bill, so we'll get to it later.Opening act is a redesign, but it's subtle – an acoustic set, if you will. The nose is more sharply defined and the headlamps squarer. Around the back, the light cluster is a simpler rule across entire tail. The third side window now has a kink in its outline. Not so Porsche, that. Inside is a new dash, with more screens and touchpad controls.Next on stage, amping things up, is the powertrain. The hybrid's battery is bigger and the whole system is itself given a gee-up – in combination with the V8 petrol engine, the Turbo E-Hybrid swings with 680bhp and four-wheel drive.The E-Hybrid 4 and E-Hybrid 4S have been given a similar electric boost, resulting in 470bhp and 544bhp total, both with a V6.The Panamera and Panamera 4 meanwhile get improvements to the V6 for 353bhp. They have conventional air suspension with adaptive dampers.But under it all, the platform, much sheetmetal and even the doors are carried over from the existing car. Which we liked very much anyway. Sadly, our bodystyle of choice, the Sport Turismo quasi-estate, is deceased. Never found a global audience apparently.You seem eager to talk about this funky suspension…While the car's weight is supported on air springs, all the actual springing is done by a set of oil actuators, one for each wheel, that also replace the shock absorbers and anti-roll bars.Get out of the car for a minute and imagine you're standing on a platform that's randomly bouncing, tilting and pitching. You keep your head and body steady by using your muscles and balance system, flexing your knees and ankles. You relax your muscles as the platform pushes either of your feet up, and you tense them to extend your foot as it goes down. All the time you're using your balance sensors (in your ear) to keep track of the horizon and the accelerations, and your sense of touch to know where your feet are and what dynamic weight they bear at any moment.The Porsche has a balance system, accelerometers, position sensors and actuators to do the same job. And so like you it can actively stabilise its upper body while making the wheels follow the road. Not as well as you can, but for a car it's spectacularly good.It has two main behaviours, depending on the drive mode you selected. In sport and sport plus, it tries to keep the car level, killing roll, pitch and dive. That keeps the tyres dead upright on the road and the body stable, for maximum agility and grip. It also lowers the ride height.Read More topgear.com/car-reviews/porsche/panameraInstagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpressFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 Rolls Royce Spectre - Most Luxurious Spectacular Coupe! CAR TV 2024-06-12 | Thanks: First Oneinstagram.com/firstone.autohttps://auto.ru/reseller/23ndtdcXbP8/all/2024 Rolls-Royce SpectreStarting at $422,750 Highs: Absolutely silent inside, highest level of fit and finish, makes the same high-end statement as gas-powered Rolls-Royces. Lows: Less driving range than other high-dollar EVs, road manners a bit on the floaty side, sharp impacts aren't entirely erased by the suspension. Verdict: Rolls-Royce's first EV is a spectacular one, and proof that even the worlds most luxurious cars are capable of eco-friendly motoring.OverviewRolls-Royce is taking its ultimate-luxury ethos to a new realm with the all-electric 2024 Spectre coupe. James Bond probably wouldn't toast the new model with one of his shaken-not-stirred signature martinis given his history of battling the international crime organization known as Spectre. But he might want to drive the regal new coupe nonetheless. The Spectre rides on the same platform as the Phantom sedan and Cullinan SUV but is propelled by a fully electric powertrain consisting of two electric motors that pump out a combined 577 horsepower. The driving range is estimated to be as high as 291 miles per charge, which does not place the Spectre among the long-range EV cohort with less-expensive rivals such as the Tesla Model S and the Lucid Motors Air. But buyers with the $450,000 or so available to buy a Spectre aren't likely to road trip when their private jet is always standing ready at a nearby airfield. The Spectre is Rolls-Royce's first in a series of EVs, and the company says that its gasoline-powered models will be phased out of the lineup and replaced entirely with EVs by 2030. What's New for 2024?The Spectre is a new addition to the Rolls-Royce lineup and its first customers can expect to take delivery by the end of 2023.Pricing and Which One to BuyThe price of the 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre starts at $422.750.Spectre: $422,750Rolls-Royce will let you customize a Spectre pretty much any way you want. And that's a good thing, because, with a price tag this high, we expect buyers will want something truly personalized.EV Motor, Power, and PerformanceAll Spectres will come with a dual-motor electric powertrain with 577 horsepower and 664 lb-ft of torque. After taking the Spectre on a test drive, we estimate that the electric powertrain will move the 6559-pound coupe to 60 mph in 4.2 seconds. You may scoff at that estimate and point to the Tesla Model S Plaid that hit 60 mph in 2.1 seconds in our testing, but we'd be quick to remind you that Rolls-Royce's brand ethos is more about quiet cruising than mind-bending performance. Although sharp impacts will still make themselves known, Rolls-Royce has installed adaptive suspension to ensure an appropriately isolated ride over all but the biggest bumps, and the engineers also made room for a massive amount of sound-deadening material to maintain a whisper-quiet cabin. And oh how quiet it is. On the road, the Spectre is so silent inside that your ears pick up almost no sounds until you get up to 80 mph and the wind starts to only slightly penetrate into the tomb-like cabin. Range, Charging, and Battery LifeThe Spectre sports a 102.0-kWh battery borrowed from the BMW i7 which is estimated to provide a driving range of up to 266 miles per charge when paired with 23-inch wheels. Going with the smaller 22-inch wheels increases the range estimate to as much as 291 miles per charge. DC fast-charging is standard, but we'd guess that most Spectre buyers will have a charging system installed at their estates so they aren't forced to wait around in the parking lot of a Walmart like the rest of us.Read More caranddriver.com/rolls-royce/spectreInstagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpressFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
Mercedes E-Class (2024) - Futuristic Midsize Sedan! CAR TV 2024-06-10 | Special thanks to Remax: https://www.carsearch.de/instagram.com/itsremaxMercedes-Benz E-Class review£57,240 - £78,780 “A fine, relaxing executive saloon. Provided you’re able to ignore the distracting tech. And coarse four cylinder engine”Good stuffSupremely quiet, composed road manners, so comfy you’ll want to park it in your living roomBad stuffHarsh four cylinder engine, spongy brakes, tech often overwhelming, no air suspension for UK, priceWhat is it?It’s the sixth-generation Mercedes E-Class saloon. Or not, if you want to be pedantic and include the 50-odd years of Merc’s ‘upper mid-range’ history before the E-Class name was coined. In which case you’re looking at more than 16 million sales and a longer origin story than some religions.This latest E-Class is up against familiar foes; chiefly the BMW 5 Series and to a lesser extent the (much older) Audi A6 and (much cheaper) Jaguar XF. You thought half of them had disappeared from showrooms didn’t you? They haven’t (well, the S90 has), it’s just the sales figures are much uglier than they used to be and the cars themselves feel like they’re biding their time until the axe falls.But Merc is serious about the new E-Class, when it already has the EQE?It is. The EQE is all electric, the E-Class is primarily internally fed on petrol or diesel (all are at least mild hybrid though). Important to remember that these cars are designed for global sale, not just UK or even Europe and what may seem puzzling here might not elsewhere. Nevertheless it’s got to be an expensive strategy, building two platforms for one body size, and it’s resulted in both cars being slightly bland and unmemorable. It also contrasts with BMWs one-platform-any-powertrain approach for the 5 Series.Is it as good as a new BMW 5 Series?Depends how you want to frame it. The BMW drives more engagingly, but Mercedes’ big draw over the competition is comfort, and it’s wisely avoided the trap of chasing tauter dynamics and performance at the cost of keeping you relaxed and happy.Don’t get us wrong, the E-Class grips plenty hard enough, steers fluently and is nicely composed on bumpy roads, but it won’t invite you to leather it along a country road. That ain’t its vibe. The nine-speed auto gearbox is occasionally indecisive and often sluggish to shift, the suspension is hardly crisp and the brakes – especially in the heavily-regenning PHEV models – are softer than camembert. More on all that in the Driving section.You mentioned engines. What can I have?At launch the UK gets three powertrains: a 2.0-litre turbo petrol with 201bhp (E 200), a 2.0-litre turbo diesel with 194bhp and 325lb ft (E 220 d), and the PHEV which marries a 127bhp motor and – you guessed it – a 2.0-litre turbo petrol for a total of 308bhp. The latter is the quickest, hitting 0-62mph in 6.4 seconds. Its 25.4kWh battery is rated for 62 miles of electric-only range. Anything that isn’t a PHEV is a mild hybrid, courtesy of an integrated starter generator and 48-volt tech. You know the drill.The trouble is that the four cylinder engines aren’t smooth or refined enough to match the rest of the E-Class. They’re fine at low revs and cruising, but get raucous and nasally higher up, which doesn’t align with the car’s otherwise fine road manners. All of which might mean that the engine to have is the one almost no-one will buy: the E450 d with its straight six 3.0-litre 385bhp diesel.More engines are on the way, but another miss is that the UK won’t be getting Merc’s impressive air suspension (except on the forthcoming E-Class Estate) and rear-wheel steering looks out too. The latter’s not a big loss but the former is a weird omission. We suspect it has something to do with most cars going to company purchasers who don’t tend to fit options as it drives up their costs (whereas the estate is likely to be popular with private buyers). The passive set-up is actually very good, if a long way from feature packed. No fiddling with adaptive dampers and so on here.Read More topgear.com/car-reviews/mercedes-benz/e-classInstagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpressFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
Rolls-Royce GHOST (2024) - FULL VISUAL REVIEW! CAR TV 2024-06-08 | Thanks: First Oneinstagram.com/firstone.autohttps://auto.ru/reseller/23ndtdcXbP8/all/2024 Rolls-Royce GhostStarting at $354.750 Highs: Floats over road imperfections, seemingly endless power reserves, simultaneously conspicuous and tasteful. Lows: Brake pedal lacks feel, roof pillars block the view, extraordinary price tag. Verdict: It may cost twice as much as its key rivals, but the Ghost's opulence is unmatched, and for some that'll mean it's money well spent.OverviewIt may be slightly cheaper than the Phantom, but there's nothing cheap about the 2024 Rolls-Royce Ghost. From tip to tail, this luxury limo exudes glamour and sophistication. A V-12 engine provides effortless acceleration, but while it's capable of hitting 60 mph in a brisk 4.6 seconds and offers a surprising level of athleticism for its size, the Ghost is better used for gently ferrying its power-player passengers to and from board meetings and exclusive social functions. A camera scans the road ahead to help prepare the suspension for potholes and speed bumps to keep the ride as velvety as possible. That gives passengers the ability to sip champagne and snack on caviar without spilling anything onto the Ghost's buttery-soft leather or high-pile lambswool floormats. Ready to live your Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous fantasy? With a small investment of around $400,000, the Ghost can take up residence in your driveway, but remember—the chauffeur is sold separately. What's New for 2024?Rolls-Royce has been focusing on its first electric vehicle, the Spectre, so the Ghost carries over to 2024 without any significant changes to its design, features list, or powertrain. A limited run of 120 Ghost Prism special edition models will be built this year to mark the brand's 120th anniversary/ Rolls-Royce also built 25 special edition Ékleipsis models to celebrate October 14th's solar eclipse. The car featured a unique version of the Ghost's starlight headliner that was designed to pay homage to the celestial event and it also featured an artful dashboard trim surrounding a diamond timepiece.Pricing and Which One to BuyThe price of the 2024 Rolls-Royce Ghost starts at $354.750 and goes up to $416.250 depending on the trim and options.Base: $354,750Prism Edition: $379,200Extended Wheelbase: $402,250Black Badge: $416,250The Ghost is the entry-level Rolls, but what an entry. The list of standard and optional equipment is mesmerizing and long, and Rolls-Royce offers a seemingly endless list of additional features and customizations. The only question is how much you're willing to spend. We'll leave the decision-making to you, but we'd recommend the extended wheelbase model to maximize rear-seat legroom.Engine, Transmission, and PerformanceThe Ghost is powered by a 563-hp 6.7-liter V-12 that is shared with the Cullinan SUV; Black Badge models get a boost in power to 592 hp. An eight-speed automatic handles shifting duties, and all-wheel drive is standard. According to Rolls-Royce, the Ghost is capable of hitting 60 mph in just 4.6 seconds, and we're looking forward to verifying that claim at our test track. Rolls-Royce also boasts that the Ghost offers sharp handling, pointing to its all-wheel-steering system and 50/50 weight distribution as evidence that driving satisfaction played a significant role in the car's development. The Ghost provides a peerless ride thanks to its standard adaptive suspension, which employs a road-scanning camera to help the vehicle anticipate and compensate for potholes. Of course.Read More caranddriver.com/rolls-royce/ghostInstagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpressFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
BMW XM Larte Design (2024) - Brutal Luxury Ship by Larte Design CAR TV 2024-06-06 | Thanks: LARTE DESIGNlarte-design.com/de/tuning-kits/bmw/xminstagram.com/lartedesigntiktok.com/@larte_designyoutube.com/@lartedesign Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpress?lang=tr-TRFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 Volkswagen Tiguan R Line - Excellent High-Tech SUV! CAR TV 2024-06-02 | Thanks: Volkswagen Acarlarhttps://acarlaroto.com.tr/instagram.com/vwacarlarInstagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpress?lang=tr-TRFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 Bentley Continental GT S - Incredible Wild Coupe! CAR TV 2024-05-30 | Thanks: First Oneinstagram.com/firstone.autohttps://auto.ru/reseller/23ndtdcXbP8/all/Bentley Continental GT S review: a louder, sportier lux coupeIsn’t Bentley going electric?It is, and sooner than plenty of other carmakers. By 2025, Bentley will have launched its first EV. By 2030, its whole range will be electric. Its Crewe factory is already carbon neutral and home – but of course – to 600,000 bees.The car you’re looking at contains no electric motors. Nor, thankfully, any bees. The Continental GT S is more old-school than that, and perhaps we should see it as a bit of a ‘last blast’ before electrification starts dripping into the Conti range.What’s its elevator pitch?It’s a sportier Continental GT. Simple as that. And yet it makes the claim with no more power, the entry GT’s 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 producing 542bhp and 568lb ft. While the whole thing weighs a decidedly un-sporty 2,165kg, all-wheel drive and a silky smooth eight-speed transmission help it hit 62mph in 4.0secs on its way to 198mph. Let’s call it 200 with a light tailwind.The sportiness comes from detail tweaks and additions. The S launches to balance out Bentley’s ultra-plush Azure trim (which we’ve sampled in the Bentayga EWB), “an opposing yet complementary emphasis to the ‘Wellbeing behind the Wheel’ concept,” according to its maker. It’s exclusively available with the Conti’s smaller V8 engine – good job, really, given the W12 is about to retire and build slots are now very thin on the ground.Isn’t the V8 the one I want anyway?We’ve always found it the more agile option in all of Bentley’s cars; nipping a little weight from the front limits understeer and makes the whole thing more appealing to hustle along. It’s a long time since this company’s cars have felt solely made for wafting and the current Conti and Flying Spur are its most dynamic cars yet. Though if you can squeeze your name on the finite list of W12 orders, then the latest Continental GT Speed – offered solely with that iconic 6.0-litre – gets all-wheel steering and a trick differential to make it the ultimate driver’s Bentley.So how should I consider this one?If you’ll allow us to lean on another pillar within the vast VW empire, think of this as the GTI to the Speed’s Golf R. A little less outright grip and ability, but still focused on fun and with its edges as rough as they’re ever allowed to get in a Bentley. Which still equates to the coarseness of a satin quilt, admittedly.So there’s a standard-fit Sports Exhaust “to amplify the crossplane V8 beat”. There’s 48v active anti-roll technology to keep cornering as flat as can be. Shiny chrome trim is replaced by black, the grille’s makeover most transformative. Its 22in wheels are new and sit in front of red brake calipers. Badges cover the wings, dashboard and seats, the ‘S’ reminiscent of an inviting pair of corners. The interior is a mix of leather and Dinamica (an alternative to Alcantara which uses recycled materials) and here demonstrates one of the bolder visions of the roughly 25bn specs you can concoct on the Bentley configurator.What’s the cost?The stock Continental GT continues service with a starting price of £178,200, while this S version ups things to £200,600. The Flying Spur range offers the same treatment for around four grand less, but let’s assume that’s not a pressing issue for people shopping in this particular aisle. Indeed, time is money for a lot of these folk, and being able to give your car a quick, sporting makeover without losing an afternoon to the order form may quickly cancel out the £22,400 hike.Read More topgear.com/car-reviews/bentley/continental-gt/40-v8-s-2dr-auto/first-drive-0Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpress?lang=tr-TRFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 Mercedes-AMG S63 - Ultra Luxury Brutal Sedan! CAR TV 2024-05-27 | Thanks: First Oneinstagram.com/firstone.autohttps://auto.ru/reseller/23ndtdcXbP8/all/2024 Mercedes-AMG S63Starting at $190.000 est Highs: Lightning-quick acceleration, opulent interior finishings, handles like a much smaller sedan. Lows: Short electric-only range, regenerative braking system lacks true one-pedal drive mode, eye-popping price tag. Verdict: With sports car performance and luxury car comfort, the S63 represents the peak of AMG engineering.OverviewIt missed a year of production, but the AMG S63 supersedan is back in a major way. Making use of the Mercedes-Benz S-class’s seventh-generation architecture, the S63 brings the glitz with more go than ever thanks to a new plug-in hybrid powertrain. Mercedes has dropped the previously offered coupe and convertible body styles and will offer the S63 as a sedan only, at least for now. Under the bonnet sits a familiar twin-turbo V-8 that, with the help of AMG’s rear electric motor, now produces a combined 791 horsepower and an astounding 1055 pound-feet of torque for its all-wheel drive system to try to put to the road. To ensure the S63 can get to speeds high enough to escape rising interest rates, AMG will allow its big-battery luxury sedan to reach speeds up to 180 mph. As a chariot for the wealthy with maximum performance in mind, the new AMG S63 is a quick and comfy way to usher in the industry’s electrified future. What's New for 2024?After a short hiatus, the AMG-badged S-class makes its grand re-entry to the prestige-on-wheels class using the bones from the current production Benz S-class mated with a promising high-power hybrid powertrain.Pricing and Which One to BuyThe price of the 2024 Mercedes-AMG S63 is expected to start around $190.000.Rather than offering a tower of different trims, the S63 sedan is instead a smorgasbord of options that can tailor the car for both drivers and those who prefer to be driven. As the pinnacle performer for the brand’s flagship sedan, the S63 comes standard with a level of comfort unmatched by most luxury apartments. Available carbon ceramic brakes are extra, but we wouldn’t deem them necessary for everyday use.Engine, Transmission, and PerformanceFor a long time, the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team has worked to develop a high-performance battery that could deliver consistent performance at the highest level of motorsports. Now folks who drive on the road bear the fruit of these efforts with the new hybridized powertrain found in the AMG S63 E Performance. The most powerful S-class ever offered is propelled by a 603-hp twin-turbo V-8 engine up front, with help from a 188-hp motor for the rear axle. Their combined efforts produce 791 horsepower and 1055 pound-feet of torque for the sedan’s all-wheel-drive system to process. A nine-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (while a two-speed transmission is integrated at the rear axle for the electric motor) handles shifting and, to help this barge of power navigate traffic and parking spots, AMG includes rear-axle steering as standard equipment. We estimate that the S63 can make it to 60 mph in just 2.8 seconds. That’s quicker than the feistiest version of the standard Benz S-class, which took 3.9 seconds to reach 60 mph in our testing. Given the massive power available to hurl it down the road, we suspect the that S63 E Performance will be even quicker than its maker claims. The S63 uses an AMG Ride Control air suspension, AMG Active Ride Control stabilization, and rear-axle steering as standard equipment which makes the S63 feel easy to maneuver. Read More caranddriver.com/mercedes-amg/s63Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpress?lang=tr-TRFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 Rolls-Royce Phantom - The Worlds Largest Luxury Sedan! CAR TV 2024-05-20 | Thanks: First Oneinstagram.com/firstone.autohttps://auto.ru/reseller/23ndtdcXbP8/all/2024 Rolls-Royce PhantomStarting at $505.750 Highs: Dramatic arrivals and departures are standard, serenity-now cabin environment, endless customization possibilities. Lows: So nice to ride in you might prefer it over your jet, finding a good chauffer is so hard these days. Verdict: The Phantom makes the ultimate luxury statement—and then has the temerity to live up to it.OverviewNo automobile shouts the presence of Old Money louder than the Rolls-Royce Phantom. Its massive size, stately proportions, and imperious upright grille—topped with the Spirit of Ecstasy hood ornament—make a statement that passersby can't look away from as they wonder who might be sipping champagne in the sumptuously padded rear seat. The Phantom hues to Rolls tradition—for now—by still being powered by a nearly silent gasoline V-12 under its long hood. A pillowy soft ride floats you gracefully across life's harsh bumps. Plush leathers, handsome veneers, and beautifully hewn metal trim surround you in the capacious interior; coach rear doors power themselves open and closed regally at the touch of a button. There are endless customization possibilities, but no matter the color or interior trim, the Phantom delivers on its reputation for extravagantly luxurious motoring. What's New for 2024?The Phantom receives no updates for the 2024 model year, just a slight increase in pricing. The Phantom's styling, powertrain and features otherwise remain and provides the same luxurious feeling sedan from the previous model year.Pricing and Which One to BuyThe price of the 2024 Rolls-Royce Phantom starts at $505.750 and goes up to $662.750 depending on the trim and options.Phantom: $505,750Phantom Extended: $585,750Phantom Bespoke Platino: $662,750One does not simply choose a Phantom—or any Rolls-Royce for that matter—off dealer lot. No. These cars are built to the exacting requirements of the millionaires and billionaires who purchase them—and these carriages of the rich are often customized down to the last detail. We won't even begin to suggest which special-order options are worth adding because, well, how would we know? We would, however, suggest springing for the Extended Wheelbase model to take advantage of its limousine-like rear-seat legroom. As they say, go big or go home.Engine, Transmission, and PerformanceProdigious power is provided by a silken 563-hp twin-turbo V-12 paired with an eight-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. Acceleration is brisk, but Rolls-Royce's claimed 5.1-second zero-to-60-mph time isn't anything you'd appreciate your chauffeur trying to replicate. The Phantom is better suited to easing along lazily; delicate inputs to throttle and steering are what it likes best. To say that the ride is smooth would be an understatement—imagine being carried aloft on a fluffy cloud. The Phantom practically levitates over the road; it features a pothole-spotting camera that helps the suspension adapt to road imperfections in real time. It's a library-quiet, sensory-deprivation cocoon.Read More caranddriver.com/rolls-royce/phantomInstagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpress?lang=tr-TRFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 Porsche 911 Carrera - Wild Sport Car in Details! CAR TV 2024-05-18 | Thanks: VAMOSinstagram.com/vamoscarsvamos.sahibinden.com2024 Porsche 911Starting at $116.050 Highs: Performance benchmark for many reasons, delicious turbo flat-six powertrains, surprisingly easy to live with daily. Lows: Interior storage could be more generous, toggle-shaped automatic shifter isn’t that intuitive, six-figure price tag no matter which one you choose. Verdict: Equal parts sports car and grand tourer, the Porsche 911 comes by its icon status honestly.OverviewWho would have thought that what started out as a chopped-roof Volkswagen would have the kind of staying power that the Porsche 911 has? The sports car has been a benchmark for performance driving for decades, and it’s not likely to change. That’s because over the years the 911’s formula has evolved slowly, allowing Porsche’s engineers to create something truly timeless. The 2024 Porsche 911 has a turbocharged flat-six engine that hangs off the back, aft of the rear axle, just as it did in the 1964 original. Except now, it can be had with an output as high as 473 horsepower. Want more? Porsche will happily sell you an even more expensive Turbo or GT3 model, but we review those monsters separately. This, the standard 911, is equal parts sports car and grand tourer, with just the right amount of performance and luxury blended to create something that will give you chills on your weekend joy rides but also be pleasant enough so you wouldn’t mind driving it every day. The hardtop coupe has classic styling reminiscent of the vintage cars that came before, while Cabriolet and Targa models serve up some fresh air with their tops retracted. Rivals such as the Aston Martin Vantage and the Maserati MC20 might offer a more exotic flavor, but the 911’s well-rounded nature and precise handling keeps it at the pinnacle of the sports-car class and earned it a 2024 Editors' Choice award. What's New for 2024?Wireless Android Auto finally makes its way to the 911's infotainment system for 2024. For a couple of years now, Apple users have been the only ones able to connect their phones wirelessly to Porsche's system, but now Android folks can officially cut the cord. The only other change this year also involves infotainment, and it's the addition of Spotify as a native app, meaning you won't need to connect your smartphone to stream music.Pricing and Which One to BuyThe price of the 2024 Porsche 911 starts at $116.050 and goes up to $223.650 depending on the trim and options.Carrera: $116,050Carrera 4: $123,350Carrera T: $126,550Carrera S: $132,950Targa 4: $136,150Carrera 4S: $140,250Carrera GTS: $152,550Targa 4S: $153,050Carrera 4 GTS: $159,850Targa GTS: $172,650Dakar: $223,650Read More caranddriver.com/porsche/911-2024Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpress?lang=tr-TRFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 Mercedes Benz CLE - FULL VISUAL REVIEW! CAR TV 2024-05-14 | Thanks: Ava Gmbh Moscowinstagram.com/ava_gmbh_moscowhttps://avagmbh.ru/https://t.me/ava_gmbh_moscowMercedes-Benz CLE Coupe review“Relaxing to drive but infuriating to operate, the CLE is an old-school coupe spoiled by poorly integrated tech”Good stuffUnfussy styling, serenely smooth and quiet to cruise inBad stuffInterior is crying out for common sense buttons. Not as satisfying to drive as a BMW 4 SeriesWhat is it?A realisation from Mercedes that it was making too many cars that did the same job. A few years ago, if you wanted a Mercedes that comfortably seated two (and occasionally four) people but were allergic to the sensible charms of a C-Class, then you could choose from a CLA/CLA Shooting Brake, a C-Class Coupe, a CLS or an E-Class Coupe. And that’s before you factor in the chopped-back SUVs, like the GLC Coupe. Yuck. So the CLE Coupe is a new E-Class Coupe, correct?Yes and no. Basically, Mercedes has killed off the two-door versions of its two mid-range saloons and replaced both with one car: the CLE. It looks like a C-Class Coupe, but it’s bigger. In fact, it’s a smidge longer than the old E Coupe.Inside it presents the C-Class’s dashboard, and the engines are regular mid-range Mercedes fare. Prices begin a few thousand higher than an Audi A5 or BMW 4 Series, but that’s pretty immaterial once option packs and monthly payments are digested. Those are the cars the CLE Coupe competes against. And fewer of its own kind.Well, at least the front is less scary than a BMW 4 Series.Indeed: the CLE revels in the current Merc design language of ‘smoother than a buttered pebble’. It’s refreshingly clean to look at: free from the overly aggressive, fussy details of its German foes. You could even call it elegant.Then again, from the rear three quarter angle, the back is so long it’s almost a bit ‘scaled down Tesla Cybertruck with the corners smoothed off.’ Just us? The rear’s width is accentuated by a bar between the rear light clusters which, unusually, doesn’t actually illuminate. And the pillarless doors are humongous. Good luck exiting gracefully in a narrow parking space.What are the CLE Coupe’s big headlines then?Actually, this is a rather traditional car. No all-electric version. Engines in the front, four seats in the middle (with considerably more space than the old C Coupe), and rear- or four-wheel drive. The main range features two 2.0-litre, four-cylinder petrol engines, a 3.0-litre straight six, and a four-pot diesel.Is there a tyre-shredding one?Topping the range later this year will be a muscular CLE 53 AMG, but that’ll get its own review once we’ve tested it. Meantime, let’s concentrate on the bog-standard cars.Your entry-level CLE is the 200, with a whisker over 200bhp. You’d imagine the CLE 300 had 300bhp, then? Nope – it makes do with a 258bhp tune of the same engine, this time with 4Matic all-wheel drive helping it get from 0-62mph over a second quicker than the base car.Still not rapid enough? The CLE 400 will generate a raspier straight-six noise as it purrs along with 380bhp on tap, also divided between all four wheels. And because Mercedes has invested a canyon-filling heap of money in diesel engines just as they fall out of fashion harder than skinny jeans, you can spec a CLE 200d, good for a claimed 60mpg.Anything else I should know?There’s a soft-top cabrio coming later in 2024, and we reckon something even spicier than the widebody 442bhp CLE Coupe 53. But nothing with a V8, sadly.Read More topgear.com/car-reviews/mercedes-benz/cle-coupeInstagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpress?lang=tr-TRFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
Porsche Cayenne (2024) - High-Tech Performance SUV! CAR TV 2024-05-12 | Thanks: Ava Gmbh Moscowinstagram.com/ava_gmbh_moscowhttps://avagmbh.ru/https://t.me/ava_gmbh_moscowWhat's New for 2025?A 493-hp GTS model joins the Cayenne lineup for 2025. This racier variant uses the same twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 as the Cayenne S but gets a 25-hp power boost. It also inherits some performance-enhancing features from the outrageous Turbo GT model (reviewed separately), including a water-cooled all-wheel drive system and some suspension components designed to improve steering response. The GTS comes standard with the Sport Design package, which adds black exterior trim, dark bronze exhaust tips, and black wheels. Interior flourishes, including GTS logos on the headrest, are also included.Pricing and Which One to BuyThe price of the 2025 Porsche Cayenne is expected to start around $81.000 and go up to $126.895 depending on the trim and options.Base: $81,000 (est)E-Hybrid: $94,000 (est)S: $98,000 (est)S E-Hybrid: $101,000 (est)GTS: $126,895Engine, Transmission, and PerformancePorsche will let you spec the Cayenne in several ways, starting with a turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 that makes 348 horsepower. The plug-in hybrid (called the E-Hybrid) marries an electric motor and a turbocharged V-6 for a combined 463 horsepower. The Cayenne S boasts a 468-hp twin-turbo V-8 with a great-sounding exhaust note and breathtaking acceleration; the GTS model gets the same engine but with 493 ponies. There's also an S E-Hybrid, which uses a turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 and an electric motor for 512 horsepower and 553 pound-feet of torque. All engines pair with an astute eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. While making anything that weighs more than two tons move gracefully is challenging, the engineers in Stuttgart were successful with the Cayenne. When we sampled a Cayenne S we found it just as athletic and refined as last year's model. Adaptive dampers are now standard across the Cayenne lineup, and most trims will have additional performance options that include an adjustable air suspension, four-wheel steering for improved maneuverability, and active anti-roll bars for flatter cornering.0–60-MPH TimesWhen we tested the base Cayenne with the 348-hp turbocharged V-6 we recorded a brisk 4.7-second 60 mph time. The Cayenne S, GTS, and S E-Hybrid models will no doubt prove quicker, but we haven't had any of those on our test track yet. We did test the mechanically similar Cayenne S Coupe, which hit 60 mph in 3.9 seconds.Interior, Comfort, and CargoInside, the Cayenne features a dashboard design with up to three screens and a look that's inspired by the Taycan EV sedan. A toggle shifter is mounted on the dashboard, freeing up space on the center console for a storage nook. Porsche essentially provides a blank canvas inside the Cayenne for customers to personalize as they see fit. Everything from the interior trim to the seatbelt colors and the surface materials can be individually selected, almost always for a steep additional cost. In addition to traditional options—heated and ventilated front and rear seats, for instance—the Cayenne offers desirable upgrades such as more supportive front seats with massage, and four-zone climate control. Rivals like the Audi Q7 and the Volvo XC90 have three rows while the Porsche has only two, but the Cayenne's back seat is adjustable and provides plenty of stretch-out space. Read More caranddriver.com/porsche/cayenneInstagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpress?lang=tr-TRFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 BMW X2 - Sharply-Styled Aggressive SUV! CAR TV 2024-05-09 | Thanks: VAMOSinstagram.com/vamoscarsvamos.sahibinden.comThe New BMW X2 Looks Weird And Isn't FunAt least it has gobs of power and a dual-clutch transmission. The BMW X2 is a family crossover in a funny hat. For its second generation, the all-new 2024 version puts a jazzy roofline and angry lumps styling on top of a platform shared with the X1. It’s just about as wild looking as a vehicle can be, while still conforming to the standards of the compact SUV segment. With the X2 M35i, you’ll get an extra dash of sportiness to go with that styling—but only a dash.When the new X2 goes on sale in the US later this year, along with its platform sibling, the all-new Mini Countryman, the X2 will come in two flavors, the base X2 xDrive28i and the sport-oriented X2 M35i xDrive you see here. The M-ified X2 gets performance tweaks including adaptive dampers, quicker-ratio steering, a four-tipped multi-mode exhaust system, and 20-inch wheels. Enormous M Compound brakes, with 15.2-inch front rotors, are optional, as are 21-inch wheels. The illuminated kidney grille is, of course, now standard on M models.Both the xDrive28i and the M35i use the same basic engine, a Miller-cycle turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder. The base model makes 241 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque, rising to 312 hp and 295 lb-ft in the M35i. A seven-speed dual-clutch automatic and all-wheel drive make up the only available driveline option. (Diesel and EV versions of the X2 will be available in Europe.)For 2024, the "sports activity coupe" grows a full 7.6 inches longer, 0.8 inches wider, and 2.5 inches taller than the previous generation. The fastback X2 is actually 2.6 inches longer than the more conventional-looking (and mechanically identical) X1.Like the X1, the X2 has barely any buttons or knobs on the dashboard, and no center stack to speak of—all climate, stereo, and navigation functions are handled by the enormous curved touchscreen taking up two-thirds of the width of the dash. The old iDrive selector knob is dead; All inputs are now digital (as in, your finger on the touchscreen) or handled by voice control. A small control pod on the floating armrest holds the engine start/stop button, the gear-selector toggle, and, thankfully, a physical volume knob.The result is a dashboard that embraces daring minimalism. Unfortunately, on my test drive, that big arcing screen was a little slow to respond to touch or voice commands. Maddeningly, the GPS lagged a good two seconds behind the car’s position on the road, which made navigating traffic circles unnecessarily hectic. Here’s hoping this was just a quirk of the preproduction car I drove.BMW says the M35i will do 0-60 mph in 5.2 seconds, a full second quicker than the base X2. Beyond that, don’t expect the hardcore M experience here. The M35i’s steering is precise but electronically numb. The adaptive sport suspension feels slightly busy even in Comfort mode, firming up further in Sport. Despite having one exhaust tip for each cylinder, most of the engine noise you’ll hear comes from the stereo system, which adds synthetic verve to the slightly moany tone of the 2.0-liter engine.Don’t get your hopes up about the dual-clutch either: The transmission takes an age to respond to commands from the paddle shifters. You’re better off toggling the gearbox over to S and letting it shift for itself on a winding country road. A long pull of the downshift paddle engages Sport Boost, which throws the engine, transmission, and suspension into their most aggressive modes for 10 seconds—enough to pass a dawdling bus on a snaky two-lane, as I found a few times during my Portuguese drive.As for the styling? It’s definitely a departure from the rest of BMW’s SUV lineup. The X2 is somehow bulbous and angular at the same time. It looks like it’s one generation advanced from the X1, more in line with the styling language forged by the outrageous and challenging BMW XM.Read More motor1.com/reviews/710343/2024-bmw-x2-first-drive-reviewInstagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpress?lang=tr-TRFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 BMW XM Label by Larte Design - Ultra-Exotic Wild SUV! CAR TV 2024-05-07 | Thanks: LARTE DESIGNlarte-design.com/de/tuning-kits/cadillacinstagram.com/lartedesigntiktok.com/@larte_designyoutube.com/@lartedesign BMW XM Body Kit: Uniqueness RedefinedIntroducing an exclusive opportunity for connoisseurs of luxury and power in body kits: you can now buy a BMW XM body kit. Tailored for the BMW XM models, including its distinguished Red Label version, this enhancement is more than just an upgrade; it's a statement. Our BMW XM tuning kit elevates rarity to new heights, ensuring your BMW XM stands out with unmatched brutal elegance. LARTE Performance for BMW XM LARTE Performance premium body kit for BMW XM G09 is made from high-quality composite materials and 100% carbon fiber. The body kit parts are produced in the full-cycle Larte Design company facility, and all of the materials and fasteners are certified to TUV Nord standards in Germany. BMW XM Carbon Fiber Body Kit: Elite CustomizationFor the discerning owner of the BMW XM, the pursuit of exclusivity is more than a preference – it's a passion. LARTE Design is here to introduce the BMW XM carbon fiber body kit, a perfect blend of exclusivity and boldness, designed for those who understand the joy of bespoke luxury. It is one of the newest and most sought-after sets of all our BMW body kits. Our BMW XM body kit is not just an addition; it’s a transformation, a way to express your elite taste and stand out among the exceptional.BMW XM tuning is an art, and with our carefully crafted kit, you elevate this art to its pinnacle. Every curve, every line of the carbon fiber or composite accessories speaks of sophistication, turning your vehicle into a masterpiece of design and individuality. When you choose to buy a body kit for your BMW XM, you're not just upgrading your car; you're elevating your entire driving experience. Revel in the exclusivity, relish the transformation, and enjoy the admiration your enhanced BMW XM commands on every road.Customize with BMW XM Accessories: Your Choice, Your StyleDiscover the freedom to personalize with our BMW XM carbon fiber accessories and custom parts. Each element of this LARTE Performance kit is designed to cater to your unique preferences. Choose from a range of sophisticated BMW XM custom parts, ensuring every aspect of your vehicle reflects your personal style in details. At LARTE Design, a custom body kit isn’t just about enhancement; it's about creating a bespoke automotive masterpiece, tailored exclusively to you. BMW XM Custom Body Kit for Sale: Redefine Luxury and StyleLARTE Performance presents an unparalleled opportunity to buy a BMW XM body kit, exclusively designed for the BMW XM, XM Label Red, and XM 50e models of the G09 lineup from 2022 to 2024. This custom BMW XM body kit was presented on one of the most unique cars from the Red Label versions, limited to only 500 in the world. It is a testament to individuality and style, screaming about the exquisite taste of the car owners that demand only the best. Available in Luxury, Sporty, Technology, and M Performance trims, the body kit offers a personalized touch to these vehicles.Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpress?lang=tr-TRFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre - FULL VISUAL REVIEW! CAR TV 2024-05-04 | Thanks: 3D Rental Car instagram.com/3drentalcarhttps://home.mobile.de/3DRENTALCARGMBH2024 Rolls-Royce SpectreStarting at $422.750 Highs: Absolutely silent inside, highest level of fit and finish, makes the same high-end statement as gas-powered Rolls-Royces. Lows: Less driving range than other high-dollar EVs, road manners a bit on the floaty side, sharp impacts aren't entirely erased by the suspension. Verdict: Rolls-Royce's first EV is a spectacular one, and proof that even the worlds most luxurious cars are capable of eco-friendly motoring.OverviewRolls-Royce is taking its ultimate-luxury ethos to a new realm with the all-electric 2024 Spectre coupe. James Bond probably wouldn't toast the new model with one of his shaken-not-stirred signature martinis given his history of battling the international crime organization known as Spectre. But he might want to drive the regal new coupe nonetheless. The Spectre rides on the same platform as the Phantom sedan and Cullinan SUV but is propelled by a fully electric powertrain consisting of two electric motors that pump out a combined 577 horsepower. The driving range is estimated to be as high as 291 miles per charge, which does not place the Spectre among the long-range EV cohort with less-expensive rivals such as the Tesla Model S and the Lucid Motors Air. But buyers with the $450,000 or so available to buy a Spectre aren't likely to road trip when their private jet is always standing ready at a nearby airfield. The Spectre is Rolls-Royce's first in a series of EVs, and the company says that its gasoline-powered models will be phased out of the lineup and replaced entirely with EVs by 2030. What's New for 2024?The Spectre is a new addition to the Rolls-Royce lineup and its first customers can expect to take delivery by the end of 2023.Pricing and Which One to BuyThe price of the 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre starts at $422.750.Spectre: $422,750EV Motor, Power, and PerformanceAll Spectres will come with a dual-motor electric powertrain with 577 horsepower and 664 lb-ft of torque. After taking the Spectre on a test drive, we estimate that the electric powertrain will move the 6559-pound coupe to 60 mph in 4.2 seconds. You may scoff at that estimate and point to the Tesla Model S Plaid that hit 60 mph in 2.1 seconds in our testing, but we'd be quick to remind you that Rolls-Royce's brand ethos is more about quiet cruising than mind-bending performance. Although sharp impacts will still make themselves known, Rolls-Royce has installed adaptive suspension to ensure an appropriately isolated ride over all but the biggest bumps, and the engineers also made room for a massive amount of sound-deadening material to maintain a whisper-quiet cabin. And oh how quiet it is. On the road, the Spectre is so silent inside that your ears pick up almost no sounds until you get up to 80 mph and the wind starts to only slightly penetrate into the tomb-like cabin. Read More caranddriver.com/rolls-royce/spectreInstagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpress?lang=tr-TRFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 Cadillac Escalade V ESV by Larte Design - Wild Extra Large Luxury SUV! CAR TV 2024-05-01 | Thanks: LARTE DESIGNlarte-design.com/de/tuning-kits/cadillacinstagram.com/lartedesigntiktok.com/@larte_designyoutube.com/@lartedesign Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpress?lang=tr-TRFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 Mercedes AMG GT63 - Wild Luxury Muscle Car! CAR TV 2024-04-29 | Thanks: GREATS | Deluxe Auto Gallery instagram.com/greats_mskyoutube.com/@GREATS_MSK2024 Mercedes-AMG GT CoupeStarting at $136.050 Highs: Ferocious acceleration, grippy handling, fancy cabin. Lows: Snug rear seat space, frustrating infotainment menus, high starting price. Verdict: The GT Coupe is back and more refined than before, but it's lost some of the flavor of the original recipe.OverviewThe new Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe borrows much of its brains and muscle from the SL roadster. The new GT Coupe is longer, wider, and has a longer wheelbase than before, but the big news is its standard all-wheel-drive system—something the AMG GT has never offered before. Buyers can get any engine they want in their GT, as long as it's a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8. The difference between the GT55, which produces 469 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque, and the GT63 which busts out 577 ponies and 590 pound-feet of torque will be heard and felt. The new GT Coupe features trick chassis components such as a hydraulic anti-roll system and rear wheel steering to help improve handling, making it all the better for chasing down Porsche 911 Turbos on the track.What's New for 2024?Remember what you loved about the AMG GT and throw the rest away. The redesigned 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe has a familiar twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 powerplant, but new trim levels and standard all-wheel drive. It's longer, has a larger interior, offers more cargo space, and has a current on-sale date of mid-2024.Pricing and Which One to BuyThe price of the 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe starts at $136.050 and goes up to $177.050 depending on the trim and options.GT55: $136,050GT63: $177,050Engine, Transmission, and PerformanceBoth the GT55 and GT63 use Mercedes' twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 powerplant and a new nine-speed automatic transmission. The GT53 produces 469 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque, while the GT63 boasts 577 horses and 590 pound-feet of torque. Mercedes claims the GT63 should hit 60 mph in three seconds, and after our initial test drive, we agree with that claim. While the new standard all-wheel-drive system will likely improve the previous GT's acceleration time (thanks to better launch traction), it's also able to route 100 percent of the engine's torque to the rear axle for smokey burnouts and donuts. Rear-wheel steering and an electronically-controlled limited-slip differential work to keep the GT on its tiptoes, but overall the new car's not quite as entertaining as the previous generation model. For navigating tricky driveway entrances and speed bumps, the AMG GT's optional nose-lift system pops the front end up by 1.2 inches. We have spotted test mules for the GT Coupe donning charging ports that would indicate Mercedes is developing a more powerful plug-in hybrid model that could meet or beat the former 720-hp Black Series' output. Read More caranddriver.com/mercedes-amg/gt55-gt63Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpress?lang=tr-TRFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
Mercedes GLC Coupe (2024) - Magnificent Midsize SUV! CAR TV 2024-04-26 | Thanks: Auto Aktaninstagram.com/auto.aktanautoaktan.sahibinden.com2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe First Drive Review: Not So Shocking AnymoreMore mature and less surprising in for 2024, the swoopy GLC Coupe remains a more likable alternative to the BMW X4 or Audi Q5 Sportback. I’m afraid the biggest problem for the second-generation Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class Coupe is a thing neither it nor I have any control over: the passage of time. While the German luxury brand is retaining its compact swoopy coupey for the 2024 model year and attaching the same refinements introduced on the closely related C-Class sedan and GLC-Class SUV, this is inherently a less shocking, less interesting vehicle in today’s world.That’s not Mercedes’ fault by any stretch. But that it took such a conservative approach to an inherently expressive vehicle in today’s ever-more-expressive market is surprising. To be frank, a gas-powered crossover-coupe in 2023 feels a bit like everything else, rather than something new or interesting. That doesn’t make the new GLC any worse of a choice following its redesign, but this is hardly the hot new thing it was when it first hit the roads.Quick Stats 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 4Matic CoupeEngine: Turbocharged 2.0-liter I4 w/ISGOutput: 255 Horsepower / 295 Pound-Feet0-60 MPH: 6.2 SecondsEfficiency: 22 City / 29 Highway / 24 Combined (est)Base Price: $58,000 (est)Surface-Level ChangesListen, I don’t like to riff on styling because I firmly believe beauty is in the eye of the beholder. But I will say something in the GLC’s case, because the small details matter far more than an overall design that hasn’t changed much.This is still a crossover-coupe, complete with a liftback and a lowered roofline, but the slimmer taillights make the GLC appear smaller, lighter, and more elegant when viewed from behind. Painted wheel arches replace the black plastic of yesteryear, further blurring the line between car and SUV. But up front, evolved design wins out and that’s a bit of a bummer. I’d love fresher shapes on the GLC’s nose. I’m not sure most consumers will even recognize this is a redesigned product.Read More motor1.com/reviews/673193/2024-mercedes-benz-glc-class-coupe-first-driveInstagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpress?lang=tr-TRFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
Audi Q8 (2024) - Interior and Exterior Details (Innovative SUV) CAR TV 2024-04-24 | Thanks: Cars of MRDcarsofmrd.sahibinden.cominstagram.com/carsofmrd2024 Audi Q8Starting at $74.895 Highs: Delivers an entertaining driving experience, cozy as a couch, high-end interior. Lows: Some stumbles in city driving, sporty shape cuts down on cargo space, not the most fuel-efficient of SUV offerings. Verdict: As the more stylish take on the three-row Q7, the Q8's smooth ride adds some cool factor.OverviewWith smooth styling with a ride to match, the two-row Audi Q8 is a dramatized version of the boxier Q7 three-row SUV. They both use the same solid underpinnings, including a turbocharged 335-hp V-6 engine, eight-speed automatic, and all-wheel drive, but the Q8's starting price is significantly higher. The Q8's chassis and acceleration are a mix of sweet and spicy, but this luxury SUV isn't shy about gulping down fuel. Much like other sporty-shaped SUVs, such as the BMW X6 or Mercedes-Benz GLE-class Coupe, the Q8 puts comfort first, with a plush interior and high-tech helm. A 500-hp SQ8 and even wilder 591-hp RS Q8 are also available, but we review each of those high-power versions separately. What's New for 2024?Audi gives the upscale Q8 some significant updates for 2024 with new looks and equipment. The Q8 refresh includes redesigned front and rear fascias, new optional matrix-beam LED headlights, new wheels, colors, and seat stitching.Pricing and Which One to BuyThe price of the 2024 Audi Q8 starts at $74.895 and goes up to $82.995 depending on the trim and options.Premium: $74,895Premium Plus: $78,995Prestige: $82,995We'd choose the Audi Q8 Premium trim and enhance it with select options. Its standout standard features already include a fully digital gauge cluster, built-in navigation, leather upholstery, heated front seats, a panoramic sunroof, and a power-operated tailgate. While 21-inch rims are standard, we'd still spec the Black Optic package for its sportier appearance. We'd also add the Convenience package (blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, wireless charging, and more) and the Towing package. The latter unlocks the Q8's maximum tow rating of 7700 pounds.Engine, Transmission, and PerformanceAudi provides every Q8 with a turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 that makes 335 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque. It pairs with an eight-speed automatic transmission and Quattro all-wheel drive. A 48-volt hybrid-assist system aids stop-start operation, which was smooth and quiet during our experience. While the Audi had plenty of passing power on the highway, it felt hesitant around town unless we crushed the gas pedal. The transmission had mostly dutiful reactions, but it and the engine best cooperated in Dynamic mode, which provoked snappier responses. We only wish the engine and exhaust made gutsier sounds. While it swiftly changes directions and obediently hustles around corners, it's less engaging than Audi sedans such as the sleek A7. The Q8's steering has light effort and linear feedback, which was relaxing on long trips but boring on switchback roads. Our test vehicle had the optional air suspension and wore 22-inch wheels—21-inchers are standard. These large rollers were mostly quiet even on lumpy surfaces. With adjustable ride height and four-wheel steering (included with the Adaptive Chassis package), our Q8 was agile in tight spaces and capable of tackling choppy terrain. Its brake pedal was easy to modulate at highway speed but suffered from inconsistent reactions in traffic. Still, it hauled the hefty crossover from 70 mph to zero in a competitive 170 feet during our emergency braking test.Read More caranddriver.com/audi/q8Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpress?lang=tr-TRFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 BRABUS G800 - Ultra-Exclusive Luxury Wild SUV!! CAR TV 2024-04-22 | Thanks: GREATS | Deluxe Auto Gallery instagram.com/greats_mskyoutube.com/@GREATS_MSK Brabus G800 review: Modified V12 Mercedes G-Class driven The Brabus G800 is an ultra-exclusive take on the V12-engined Mercedes G 65. Mat’s had a go in this outlandish 800hp monster, but is it any good to drive?The Brabus G800 is an ultra-exclusive take on the V12-engined Mercedes G 65. Mat’s had a go in this outlandish 800hp monster, but is it any good to drive?Specs6.0-litre twin-turbocharged V12Power: 800hpTorque: 1100NmTop speed: 155mph0-60mph: 4.2secBrabus G800 designAre you a mafia boss? Or a Premier League football club owner? Maybe you’re a Russian oil oligarch. If you’ve answered yes to any of the above, then we’ve got the perfect car for you: the Brabus G800.Quite the spectacle, isn’t it? As you might be able to guess it’s based on the old Mercedes-AMG G65: the heroically over-the-top, V12-powered take on the iconic G-Class off-roader. Brabus hasn’t just left it as is, though – oh no.For starters, it has fitted what it calls the WIDESTAR widebody kit to this already enormous 4×4. In addition to a far more aggressive-looking front bumper and a hilariously unnecessary roof spoiler, this also adds larger wheel arch flares that increase the car’s overall width by 12cm and help make room for its massive 23-inch alloys.Then there are the iconic side-exit exhausts to help you better hear the V12’s ferocious snarl, and mounted on the bonnet is a big carbon-fibre intake scoop. Don’t tell anyone this is fake, though. Smoked headlight covers contribute to the G800’s evil look, and some Toblerone-shaped bits of carbon fibre replaces the standard G-Class’ iconic bonnet-mounted indicator lamps.The result is a car that looks, well, unique. It might not be quite to your tastes, but it’s hard to deny that it has some serious presence, no? Supposedly only 13 were made, and when the car was new it’d set you back about £600,000. That’s some impressive exclusivity right there…Brabus G800 interiorMuch like the exterior, the Brabus G800’s interior has also been treated to a fairly extensive makeover. Our car’s cabin had been covered from head to toe in plush, expensive-feeling tan leather and suede. It’s a strong look for sure, but we like it.Being an older car, the infotainment system is completely outdated compared with the latest G-Class. But that’s not the end of the world – there’s still enough tech in here to keep you entertained.In the back, there’s a 15-inch TV screen that folds up into the roof, and the centre console has a special holder for iPads and iPhones. There’s a fold-out tray in case you want to hook your laptop up to the screen and do some work, and a wi-fi hotspot means you can keep an eye on the progress of that hostile takeover. The uprated sound system is also immense.Brabus G800 drivingThe G800’s 6.0-litre V12 is undoubtedly the star of the show. Brabus has fitted it with custom-designed turbochargers and exhaust manifolds, while larger air filters and four water-to-air intercoolers have been added into the mix too. Along with a reprogrammed ECU, the result is 800hp and 1100Nm.That makes this near three-tonne SUV a bit of a rocket-ship out on the road, but while it’s fast in a straight line it’s certainly not one for the corners. The steering is super slow and vague, and there’s just so much body roll. You’d do well to treat particularly twisty roads with a lot of caution.Ride quality isn’t so good, either. Brabus fitted custom Bilstein dampers to help improve things on this front, but in reality, it’s a jiggly and unsettled beast – probably because beneath it all this is a hardcore off-roader at heart. And hardcore off-roaders are never great on the road, which isn’t ideal if you’re planning on doing a lot of cruising around the streets of Knightsbridge…Brabus G800 verdictUltimately, the Brabus G800 is a massively flawed, completely unnecessary piece of extravagance. You might even go so far as to say it’s utterly tasteless. But as ridiculous as it is – and as shocking as it is to drive – it’s hard not to have a soft spot for this big old beast.Read More carwow.co.uk/news/5447/brabus-g800-uk-review-modified-mercedes-g-class-drivenInstagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpressTikTok ▶ tiktok.com/@cartvpress?lang=tr-TRFacebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
Range Rover P615 SV (2024) - Ultra-Exclusive Luxury SUV! CAR TV 2024-04-19 | Thanks: GREATS | Deluxe Auto Gallery instagram.com/greats_mskyoutube.com/@GREATS_MSK2024 Land Rover Range RoverStarting at $108.875 Highs: Looks like money, polished and posh interior, plenty of powertrain options. Lows: Priced for the gods, plug-in hybrid limited to Autobiography trim, third-row space is tight. Verdict: Comfortable enough for a cross-continent tour and rugged enough for a trail ride, the Range Rover is a jack-of-all-trades SUV with a price tag to match.What's New for 2024?It's still early in the Range Rover's fifth generation, but already Land Rover has tweaked the powertrain lineup for 2024. The plug-in-hybrid P440e has been replaced with a more powerful P550e which makes 542 horsepower. P400 and P530 models see no changes to their horsepower ratings, but the top-spec SV model is now powered by a 606-hp V-8 engine that wears the P615 moniker. Elsewhere, Land Rover has introduced a new customization service called SV Bespoke which provides buyers more opportunities for personalization when building their dream Range Rover. To help draw attention to its SV Bespoke program, Land Rover revealed an ultra-exclusive Carmel Edition model during the 2023 Monterey Car Week event in California. The $371,475 special edition features Cream Ash Burr and white ceramic interior trim, pearl oyster accents, two-tone leather upholstery, specially-embroidered cushions, and unique 23-inch wheels with white inserts. The result is fairly spectacular; only seven will be built.Pricing and Which One to BuyThe price of the 2024 Land Rover Range Rover starts at $108.875 and goes up to $371.475 depending on the trim and options.P400 SE: $108,875P530 SE: $131,750P550e Autobiography: $142,575P530 Autobiography: $167,750P615 SV: $210,475Carmel Edition: $371,475Engine, Transmission, and PerformanceThe Range Rover is available with a quartet of powertrains, starting with a turbocharged inline-six with a 48-volt hybrid system dubbed P400 that develops 395 horsepower. During our initial test drive, it proved to be silky-smooth and provided adequate pep to tug the large Range Rover around. A 523-hp twin-turbo 4.4-liter V-8 engine—Land Rover calls it P530—is even perkier and cranks up the Range Rover's towing capacity to 8200 pounds. At our test track, the P530 hustled the Range Rover to 60 mph in 4.3 seconds; the P400 did it in 5.5 seconds. A 542-hp plug-in hybrid option—called P550e—is also available but only on the short wheelbase Autobiography trim, and the range-topping SV comes with a 606-hp V-8 called P615. Our long-wheelbase P400 test vehicle managed to hit 60 mph in a fairly brisk 5.5 seconds while the short-wheelbase P530 we tested did it in just 4.3 seconds. The Range Rover's ride is suitably plush and, with its adjustable air suspension set to Comfort mode, it virtually floats down the road. Turning the dial to Dynamic mode firms things up some, but the big Rover still aims for a comfort-first mission. Read More caranddriver.com/land-rover/range-rover📌 Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpress📌 Facebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 Mercedes-AMG GLS63 - Sound, interior and Exterior CAR TV 2024-04-16 | Thanks: 3D Rental Car instagram.com/3drentalcarhttps://home.mobile.de/3DRENTALCARGMBH2024 Mercedes-AMG GLS-ClassStarting at $147,000 Highs: Burly V-8 power, sophisticated interior, room for the whole family. Lows: Handling isn't quite up to AMG standards, the ride is borderline too firm, six-figure price tag. Verdict: With 603 horsepower and seating for up to seven, the GLS63 is a beast of a family hauler.OverviewWith a 603-hp twin-turbo V-8 engine and an AMG-massaged air suspension, the 2024 GLS63 is a luxury SUV for the power-hungry. Its roaring powertrain propelled it to 60 mph in just 3.6 seconds at our test track, and with seating for up to seven passengers, it'll get the school run done nearly as quickly. Straight-line performance is its forte though, as the GLS63's handling—while perfectly acceptable for the performance SUV class—isn't as athletic as the brand's super sedans and sports cars. Its ride is firm, especially on the optional 23-inch wheels, so if you're looking for max comfort, you'll want to look at the Benz-branded GLS instead. Comfort and technology features are nearly identical to that less-aggressive model, and they include a wall of digital displays on the dashboard, contemporary connectivity features, supportive seats, high-end materials, and plenty of style. What's New for 2024?The GLS63 gets an updated set of taillights for 2024 plus new 21- 22- and 23-inch wheel designs. New puddle lamps illuminate the ground below when the front doors are opened, and the Benz logo above the grille has been replaced by an AMG-specific one. The GLS63's brake calipers have been painted red this year as well, and a new steering wheel dresses up the cabin. More interior color options have been added and Mercedes has included more standard equipment, including a panoramic sunroof, heated and ventilated front seats, automatic high-beam headlamps, and a performance exhaust system.Read More caranddriver.com/mercedes-amg/gls63-4matic📌 Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpress📌 Facebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
Mercedes CLE (2024) - Magnificent Small Coupe! CAR TV 2024-04-13 | Thanks: GOKTURK MOTORSinstagram.com/gokturkmotorsgokturkmotors.sahibinden.comhttp://www.gmgokturkmotors.comMercedes-Benz CLE Coupe review“Relaxing to drive but infuriating to operate, the CLE is an old-school coupe spoiled by poorly integrated tech”Good stuffUnfussy styling, serenely smooth and quiet to cruise inBad stuffInterior is crying out for common sense buttons. Not as satisfying to drive as a BMW 4 SeriesWhat is it?A realisation from Mercedes that it was making too many cars that did the same job. A few years ago, if you wanted a Mercedes that comfortably seated two (and occasionally four) people but were allergic to the sensible charms of a C-Class, then you could choose from a CLA/CLA Shooting Brake, a C-Class Coupe, a CLS or an E-Class Coupe. And that’s before you factor in the chopped-back SUVs, like the GLC Coupe. Yuck. So the CLE Coupe is a new E-Class Coupe, correct?Yes and no. Basically, Mercedes has killed off the two-door versions of its two mid-range saloons and replaced both with one car: the CLE. It looks like a C-Class Coupe, but it’s bigger. In fact, it’s a smidge longer than the old E Coupe.Inside it presents the C-Class’s dashboard, and the engines are regular mid-range Mercedes fare. Prices begin a few thousand higher than an Audi A5 or BMW 4 Series, but that’s pretty immaterial once option packs and monthly payments are digested. Those are the cars the CLE Coupe competes against. And fewer of its own kind.Well, at least the front is less scary than a BMW 4 Series.Indeed: the CLE revels in the current Merc design language of ‘smoother than a buttered pebble’. It’s refreshingly clean to look at: free from the overly aggressive, fussy details of its German foes. You could even call it elegant.Then again, from the rear three quarter angle, the back is so long it’s almost a bit ‘scaled down Tesla Cybertruck with the corners smoothed off.’ Just us? The rear’s width is accentuated by a bar between the rear light clusters which, unusually, doesn’t actually illuminate. And the pillarless doors are humongous. Good luck exiting gracefully in a narrow parking space.What are the CLE Coupe’s big headlines then?Actually, this is a rather traditional car. No all-electric version. Engines in the front, four seats in the middle (with considerably more space than the old C Coupe), and rear- or four-wheel drive. The main range features two 2.0-litre, four-cylinder petrol engines, a 3.0-litre straight six, and a four-pot diesel.Read More topgear.com/car-reviews/mercedes-benz/cle-coupe📌 Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpress📌 Facebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
Lotus Eletre (2024) - Ultra Modern Luxury Electric SUV! CAR TV 2024-04-11 | Thanks: ACC Motorsinstagram.com/accmotors.traccmotors.sahibinden.comLotus Eletre review“Though this isn’t a familiar Lotus, the Eletre is a very competent attempt at applying Lotus philosophy to a seemingly incongruous product”Good stuffSteering, body control, the way it disguises weight, interior and techBad stuffEndless noise about not being a ‘proper’ Lotus, initial brake pedal grabbiness, annoying ADASWhat is it?Mildly controversial in the intellectual bin fire of social media, this. Mainly because ‘this’ is the new Lotus Eletre, and it is essentially everything the internet thinks a Lotus should not be; an electric SUV with fat skeins of technology woven through it.It’s also produced in Wuhan, China, which seems to provoke a strange kind of wrinkle in some people’s foreheads that suggests this final piece of information confirms that a five-seat sporting SUV is indeed the antichrist and will bring about the fall of civilisation by not weighing under a tonne and having a 1.8-litre Rover K-series engine.Still, if you can wade through the thick layer of Colin Chapman memes and borrowed outrage, there seems to be a lot of interest in Lotus picking up and trying something new. Presumably something that will appeal to more people than an ICE two-seater with the luggage capacity of a teaspoon.So what we get is a five-seat SUV with a 112kWh battery, a max of 373 miles of WLTP range (depending on spec), super fast 800-volt charging and some bits of Lotus-ology applied to make it interesting to drive. Loads of tech in there, too.It’s not pitched as a game-changer, simply the Lotus of SUVs. Which takes more than just a badge and vague gesturing towards dynamic prowess, to be fair.Hmm. So is it at least fast?Yes, and reliably so. In the UK we’ll get three levels Eletre, Eletre S and Eletre R. Eletre and Eletre S are mechanically identical bi-motored single-speed SUVs, both with just over 600bp. They’ll hit 62mph in 4.5 seconds and run to 160mph. The Eletre R gets an uprated (and heavier) rear motor with a two-speed ‘box strapped to it to provide 900bhp+ and 0-62mph in sub three-seconds. Also, just wanted to point out that if you say the word ‘Eletre’ enough times, it starts to sound really weird. Eletre. Eletre. ELETRE. Stop that. Lotussusess are supposed to be light though, right? So is it?Hmm. No. But it isn’t particularly fat either, in the context of an electric car of this size. A 112kWh battery weighs in the region of 650kg, so with the basic Eletre weighing in at under 2,500kg (2,490kg, to be exact), that’s not bad at all. The S and R weigh 2,520 and 2,640kg respectively, for reference. Add a few kilos for options, but that’s where they start.For context, a Tesla Model X with a 95kWh battery weighs 2,540kg+. So there’s a good bit of thoughtfulness thrown into this platform, which is ‘all new’ according to Lotus, but we suspect is built from elements shared from Geely’s global new platform strategy. Put together in interesting and bespoke ways, sure, and with much aluminium. More in-depth measuring is needed. Is it any good?Well, it’s certainly a conversation-starter. There’s lots of aero, and a drag coefficient of 0.26 is pretty good, with the kind of styling that seems to get more detailed the more you digest it. Including more holes and gaps than you expect.Read More topgear.com/car-reviews/lotus/eletre📌 Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpress📌 Facebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 Avatr 12 - Perfect Gran Coupe! CAR TV 2024-04-08 | Thank you: The first Chinese car center "Moscow-Tianya"https://t.me/auto_china_grouphttps://auto-china.group/Avatr 12 launched in China with 578 hp for 41,265 USDThe Avatr 12 electric hatchback from Changan, Huawei, and CATL launched in China. It is available in three trim levels, starting at 300,800 yuan (41,265 USD). It has up to 578 hp, a 700-km range, 27 speakers, and an air suspension. Avatr was initially founded by Changan New Energy and Nio in 2018. Later, Nio distanced from the JV due to financial reasons. CATL replaced it in the joint project. Changan owns 40% of the shares, while CATL holds over 17%. The rest belongs to various investment funds. In this project, Huawei acts as the leading supplier. Currently, Avatr’s model line comprises two models: 11 SUV and the just launched 12 hatchback.Avatr 12 exteriorThe Avatr 12 is a full-size electric hatchback with a signature brand’s design language. But the brand’s representatives prefer to call it “gran coupe”. It has bi-leveled running lights with high beams integrated into the front bumper. From the back, the Avatr 12 hasn’t got a rear windshield. Instead, it has a huge sunroof acting like a rear glass. It is available with cameras instead of rearview mirrors as an option.Its dimensions are 5020/1999/1460 mm with a wheelbase of 3020 mm. For clarity, it is 29 mm shorter, 62 mm wider, and 37 mm lower than the Porsche Panamera. Its wheelbase is 70 mm longer than the Panamera’s. It is available in eight exterior matt and glossy colors.Avatr 12 interiorInside, the Avatr 12 has a huge screen that goes through the center console. Its diameter reaches 35.4 inches. It also has a touchscreen of 15.6 inches powered by the HarmonyOS 4 system. The Avatr 12 also has 27 speakers and 64-color ambient lighting. It also has a small octagonal-shaped steering wheel with a gear shifter that sits behind it. If you have chosen side view cameras, you will get two more 6.7-inch monitors. The center tunnel has two wireless charging pads and a hidden compartment. Its seats are wrapped in Nappa leather. The front seats of the Avatr 12 can be inclined to the 114-degree angle. They are heated, ventilated, and are equipped with an 8-point massage function.The Avatr 12 also has an advanced self-driving system with 3 LiDAR sensors. It supports highway and urban smart navigation functions. It means the car can drive on its own. The driver only needs to choose the destination point and carefully monitor the driving process.Avatr 12 powertrainThe Avatr 12 stands on the CHN platform developed by Changan, Huawei, and CATL. Its chassis has an air suspension that enhances comfort and allows raising it by 45 mm. The Avatr 12 has a CDC active damping system. The powertrain of the Avatr 12 has two options: RWD, 313 hp, 370 Nm, 0-100 km/h in 6.7 seconds, 94.5-kWh CATL’s NMC battery, 700 km CLTC 4WD, 578 hp, 650 Nm, 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds, 94.5-kWh CATL’s NMC battery, 650 km CLTCThe Avatr 12 is available in three trim levels: Luxury RWD – 300,800 yuan (41,265 USD) Performance 4WD – 340,800 yuan (46,750 USD) GT 4WD – 400,800 yuan (54,985 USD)The GT version is equipped with an air suspension and CDC system as standard. It also has a self-dimming sunroof, electrically-powered doors, R21 wheels with Brembo brakes, etc. In China, the Avatr 12 will rival the Zeekr 001, Nio ET7, Rising F7, and other EV sedans/hatchbacks. Read More carnewschina.com/2023/11/10/avatr-12-launched-in-china-with-578-hp-for-41265-usd📌 Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpress📌 Facebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 Ferrari Purosangue - Luxury Expensive Sport SUV! CAR TV 2024-04-05 | Thanks: 3D Rental Car instagram.com/3drentalcarhttps://home.mobile.de/3DRENTALCARGMBH2024 Ferrari PurosangueStarting at $398.350 Highs: Thundering V-12 power, nicely balanced ride and handling, one of the most exclusive SUVs on sale today. Lows: Complex set of controls integrated into the steering wheel, funky rear-door handle isn't that intuitive, one of the most expensive SUVs on sale today. Verdict: The Purosangue is the performance SUV that only Ferrari could build and its performance capabilities speak for themselves.OverviewWe never thought we'd see the day when a Ferrari SUV became a reality, but in the wake of many successful high-dollar, high-performance sport-utes the company has finally caved to unrelenting marketplace pressure and produced 2024 Purosangue. An SUV with Ferrari's prancing horse badge on the grille won't ruin the brand, though. After all, successful iterations of the concept have served sports-car brands such as Porsche and Lamborghini quite well. It’s not only ultra-performance utes like the Cayenne Turbo or the Urus that the Purosangue will have in its crosshairs but also ultra-luxury models such as the Bentley Bentayga and the Rolls-Royce Cullinan. A thundering V-12 engine is the only powertrain offered—why would it need anything else? The engineers have also buttressed the ‘Sangue’s ride-and-handling with a trick active suspension system to help it drive as a Ferrari should. Expect to need a hedge-fund manager's salary to afford it, of course; prices start just over $400,000 including the compulsory gas-guzzler tax. What's New for 2024?The Purosangue is an all-new model for the Ferrari lineup as well as the Italian supercar maker's first SUV.Pricing and Which One to BuyThe price of the 2024 Ferrari Purosangue starts at $398.350.Purosangue: $398,350A host of luxury and performance features come standard on the Purosangue, but Ferrari does have some options that buyers may want to consider. Massaging front seats might be a nice thing to have after a long day of cruising down the Monte Carlo coast, and sunseekers may be tempted by the available electrochromic glass roof. Either way, we’d suggest making liberal use of Ferrari’s personalization options to create a Purosangue that’s puro you.Engine, Transmission, and PerformanceTo purists scoffing at an SUV wearing the famed prancing horse badge, we’ll point to the naturally-aspirated 6.5-liter V-12 engine lurking under the Purosangue’s hood. Nothing says Ferrari more than a screaming 715-hp twelve-cylinder, and it even wears the brand’s signature red-painted valve colors. The engine makes a hearty 528 pound-feet of torque, and we estimate that it should power the Purosangue to 60 mph in just 3.2 seconds and on to a top speed of 193 mph. We came away from our initial test drive quite impressed with the Purosangue's handling and performance, alleviating any remaining doubt we had that Ferrari's first SUV would be a dud. An adaptive suspension system is standard and uses an electric motor at each corner of the SUV to apply force to the dampers during cornering maneuvers to control body roll. As such, the Purosangue has no need for traditional anti-roll bars, and it can also hunker down during hard driving by reducing its ride height by 0.4 inches. At full chat, the Purosangue does its best impression of its sports car siblings and it's one that's fairly convincing.Read More caranddriver.com/ferrari/purosangue📌 Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpress📌 Facebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 Range Rover SV Bespoke 1 of 1 - Sound, interior and Exterior Details CAR TV 2024-04-03 | Thanks: 3D Rental Car instagram.com/3drentalcarhttps://home.mobile.de/3DRENTALCARGMBH📌 Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpress📌 Facebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 Porsche Panamera - Wild Luxury Sports Sedan! CAR TV 2024-04-01 | Thanks: 3D Rental Car instagram.com/3drentalcarhttps://home.mobile.de/3DRENTALCARGMBHPorsche Panamera review“The forgotten Porsche gets modernised. You shouldn't forget it”Good stuffAmazing active suspension, well-integrated hybrid powertrain, styleBad stuffRear is tight for adults, base V6 not very quickWhat is it?Here's a new generation of the Porsche Panamera. As before it's a slinky-looking front-engined sports car with space for four adults, and a decent hatchback boot. What's new is a body redesign and an astonishing active – not adaptive, active – suspension system on the Turbo E-Hybrid.Is it just us or is the Panamera a car that's unfairly ignored? It's surely the last car anyone thinks of when playing word-association with "Porsche". People like us would mention the 911 or Cayman or Boxster, and then the high-profile Taycan EV. The rest of the world will think of the big-selling SUVs.Cars with few rivals sometimes do get forgotten, and sure enough the Panam has few rivals. It's not a hotted-up saloon or estate. And anyway the BMW M5 and AMG E63 or Audi RS6 are absent between generations at the time of this review. It shares a platform with the Bentley Flying Spur, but it's more agile than that. Maybe the closest rival is the Mercedes-AMG GT four-door.The rest of the world might forget the Panamera but Porsche hasn't. It's back and it's both more dynamic and more comfortable than ever.So what's new?The active suspension is top of the bill, so we'll get to it later.Opening act is a redesign, but it's subtle – an acoustic set, if you will. The nose is more sharply defined and the headlamps squarer. Around the back, the light cluster is a simpler rule across entire tail. The third side window now has a kink in its outline. Not so Porsche, that. Inside is a new dash, with more screens and touchpad controls.Next on stage, amping things up, is the powertrain. The hybrid's battery is bigger and the whole system is itself given a gee-up – in combination with the V8 petrol engine, the Turbo E-Hybrid swings with 680bhp and four-wheel drive.The E-Hybrid 4 and E-Hybrid 4S have been given a similar electric boost, resulting in 470bhp and 544bhp total, both with a V6.The Panamera and Panamera 4 meanwhile get improvements to the V6 for 353bhp. They have conventional air suspension with adaptive dampers.But under it all, the platform, much sheetmetal and even the doors are carried over from the existing car. Which we liked very much anyway. Sadly, our bodystyle of choice, the Sport Turismo quasi-estate, is deceased. Never found a global audience apparently.You seem eager to talk about this funky suspension…While the car's weight is supported on air springs, all the actual springing is done by a set of oil actuators, one for each wheel, that also replace the shock absorbers and anti-roll bars.Get out of the car for a minute and imagine you're standing on a platform that's randomly bouncing, tilting and pitching. You keep your head and body steady by using your muscles and balance system, flexing your knees and ankles. You relax your muscles as the platform pushes either of your feet up, and you tense them to extend your foot as it goes down. All the time you're using your balance sensors (in your ear) to keep track of the horizon and the accelerations, and your sense of touch to know where your feet are and what dynamic weight they bear at any moment.Read More topgear.com/car-reviews/porsche/panamera📌 Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpress📌 Facebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
Mercedes E-Class (2024) - Best Executive Midsize Sedan! CAR TV 2024-03-26 | Thanks: 3D Rental Car instagram.com/3drentalcarhttps://home.mobile.de/3DRENTALCARGMBHMercedes-Benz E-Class review“A fine, relaxing executive saloon. Provided you’re able to ignore the distracting tech. And coarse four cylinder engine”Good stuffSupremely quiet, composed road manners, so comfy you’ll want to park it in your living roomBad stuffHarsh four cylinder engine, spongy brakes, tech often overwhelming, no air suspension for UK, priceWhat is it?It’s the sixth-generation Mercedes E-Class saloon. Or not, if you want to be pedantic and include the 50-odd years of Merc’s ‘upper mid-range’ history before the E-Class name was coined. In which case you’re looking at more than 16 million sales and a longer origin story than some religions.This latest E-Class is up against familiar foes; chiefly the BMW 5 Series and to a lesser extent the (much older) Audi A6 and (much cheaper) Jaguar XF. You thought half of them had disappeared from showrooms didn’t you? They haven’t (well, the S90 has), it’s just the sales figures are much uglier than they used to be and the cars themselves feel like they’re biding their time until the axe falls.But Merc is serious about the new E-Class, when it already has the EQE?It is. The EQE is all electric, the E-Class is primarily internally fed on petrol or diesel (all are at least mild hybrid though). Important to remember that these cars are designed for global sale, not just UK or even Europe and what may seem puzzling here might not elsewhere. Nevertheless it’s got to be an expensive strategy, building two platforms for one body size, and it’s resulted in both cars being slightly bland and unmemorable. It also contrasts with BMWs one-platform-any-powertrain approach for the 5 Series.Is it as good as a new BMW 5 Series?Depends how you want to frame it. The BMW drives more engagingly, but Mercedes’ big draw over the competition is comfort, and it’s wisely avoided the trap of chasing tauter dynamics and performance at the cost of keeping you relaxed and happy.Don’t get us wrong, the E-Class grips plenty hard enough, steers fluently and is nicely composed on bumpy roads, but it won’t invite you to leather it along a country road. That ain’t its vibe. The nine-speed auto gearbox is occasionally indecisive and often sluggish to shift, the suspension is hardly crisp and the brakes – especially in the heavily-regenning PHEV models – are softer than camembert. More on all that in the Driving section.You mentioned engines. What can I have?At launch the UK gets three powertrains: a 2.0-litre turbo petrol with 201bhp (E 200), a 2.0-litre turbo diesel with 194bhp and 325lb ft (E 220 d), and the PHEV which marries a 127bhp motor and – you guessed it – a 2.0-litre turbo petrol for a total of 308bhp. The latter is the quickest, hitting 0-62mph in 6.4 seconds. Its 25.4kWh battery is rated for 62 miles of electric-only range. Anything that isn’t a PHEV is a mild hybrid, courtesy of an integrated starter generator and 48-volt tech. You know the drill.Read More topgear.com/car-reviews/mercedes-benz/e-class📌 Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpress📌 Facebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
Porsche Macan GTS (2024) - Sound, interior and Exterior CAR TV 2024-03-22 | Thanks: 3D Rental Car instagram.com/3drentalcarhttps://home.mobile.de/3DRENTALCARGMBH2024 Porsche Macan GTSStarting at $88.450 Highs: Maximizes back-road thrills, roomy enough for family use, potent powertrain. Lows: Not as cargo-friendly as competitors, rear-seat headroom is tight for adults, requires deep pockets to obtain. Verdict: Porsche's sports-car spirit meets family practicality in the Macan GTS.OverviewOnce a niche automaker catering exclusively to sports-car buyers, Porsche has reinvented itself over the past few decades by practically pioneering the performance SUV niche. The 2024 Macan GTS is a perfect example of how Porsche has applied its sports-car formula to a high-riding hatchback crossover. A twin-turbo V-6 is standard and makes 434 horsepower; it comes with all-wheel drive and hits 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds. That straight-line speed nicely complements the SUV's agile handling. The Macan GTS is so well-balanced on a twisty road that you forget you're driving an SUV by the time you're exiting the first corner. Consider us charmed: we've given the Macan GTS another 10Best award for 2024. There are downsides though: The Macan GTS's swoopy roofline cuts into rear-seat headroom, and rivals such as the BMW X3 M and the Jaguar F-Pace SVR haul more cargo. Still, the Macan GTS is unmatched when it comes to driver satisfaction, so we've included it on our 2024 Editors' Choice list.What's New for 2024?The Macan GTS sees one singular change for 2024: A wireless smartphone charging pad is now standard. Otherwise, the top Macan is as awesome as it was last year.Pricing and Which One to BuyThe price of the 2024 Porsche Macan GTS starts at $88.450.Macan GTS: $88,450The Macan GTS comes well equipped with performance goodies right out of the gate, but we think the SUV's luxury is a bit lacking. So, we'd order the Premium Plus package, which includes a panoramic sunroof, heated and ventilated 14-way adjustable front seats, and a 12-speaker Bose stereo system.Engine, Transmission, and PerformanceAlthough the base Macan (reviewed separately) is available with a turbocharged four-cylinder, going with the performance-oriented GTS unlocks a much more powerful twin-turbo V-6. The engine makes 434 horsepower, which helped the Macan GTS deliver an impressive 3.5-second 60-mph time at our test track. Several rivals offer even more power, including the 505-hp Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio and the 503-hp BMW X3 M Competition. Despite the disadvantage in power, the Macan GTS feels like the more accomplished option thanks to its crisper handling and more communicative helm.Read More caranddriver.com/porsche/macan-gts📌 Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpress📌 Facebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
BMW i5 (2024) - Absolutely Perfect Sedan! CAR TV 2024-03-18 | Thanks: VAMOSinstagram.com/vamoscarsvamos.sahibinden.com2025 BMW i5Starting at $68.000 est Highs: Satisfyingly quick, blends comfort and sport adroitly, posh interior. Lows: Less driving range than key rivals, infotainment tech is borderline complicated, less trunk space than gas 5-series sedan. Verdict: The i5 offers everything that makes the 5-series appealing and adds punchy EV powertrains and well-honed driving chops.OverviewBMW's been selling a 5-series luxury sedan for decades, but this latest generation is the first to spawn an all-electric variant called i5. The 2025 i5 offers much the same driving experience as its gasoline-powered sibling, meaning it's a comfortable and cossetting car with a taste of BMW's trademark athleticism—minus the sound of a gas engine, of course. While it's not quite an electric M5 super sedan, the dual-motor M60 xDrive model is close with 590 horsepower and a 60-mph time that we estimate will be just 3.3 seconds. The i5's other trims—the 335-hp eDrive40 and the 389-hp xDrive40 aren't as quick but offer more range, with the rear-drive eDrive40 model topping the lineup with 295 miles per charge. Technology takes over the front seat in the i5, with a sweeping digital dashboard that glows brightly with reconfigurable gauges and BMW's iDrive 8.5 infotainment interface. The growing number of EV luxury sedans in the i5's competitive set includes the posh Genesis Electrified G80, the tech-heavy Mercedes-Benz EQE, and the performance-oriented Porsche Taycan. Like its rivals, the i5 offers an eco-friendliness blended with plenty of luxury. All that's missing is a trim with enough performance to rival the gas-powered M5. What's New for 2025?The i5 was new just last year, but BMW is already adding a third model to the mix in the form of the xDrive40. This all-wheel drive model features two electric motors for a combined 389 horsepower and a claimed 60 mph time of 5.2 seconds. The driving range hasn't been announced for this new model yet, but we expect to see it come in a little bit below the rear-wheel drive eDrive40's 295-mile estimate.Pricing and Which One to BuyThe price of the 2025 BMW i5 is expected to start around $68.000 and go up to $86.000 depending on the trim and options.eDrive40: $68,000 (est)xDrive40: $71,095M60 xDrive: $86,000 (est)Read More caranddriver.com/bmw/i5📌 Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpress📌 Facebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 Bentley Bentayga S - Ultra Luxury Ship in details CAR TV 2024-03-16 | Thanks: 3D Rental Car instagram.com/3drentalcarhttps://home.mobile.de/3DRENTALCARGMBH2024 Bentley BentaygaStarting at $205.925 Highs: The heady smell of the leather, the prestige that comes standard, the silken whoosh from both the hybrid and V-8. Lows: Aside from the grille, the styling is too generic-SUV, standard model skimps on rear-seat legroom. Verdict: The Bentayga is different from other Bentleys in that it takes the form of an SUV but the ultimate luxury experience that the brand is known for is alive and well here.OverviewThese days even legacy luxury automakers like Bentley need an SUV in their stable, and the 2024 Bentayga doesn't skimp on the ultimate posh experience that the brand's Continental GT and Flying Spur models are known for. Step up into its cabin and the Bentayga's aromatic leather wraps you in a gentle hug. Scan the dash and take in the gorgeous metal trim and rich wood inlays mixed with modern infotainment tech. Press the Bentayga's console-mounted start button and one of two available engines—a velvety V-8, or a silky plug-in hybrid V-6—smoothly comes to life behind the appropriately imperious grille. You're in a Bentley, for sure, even if it takes the less alluring shape of an SUV. Performance is admirable with any of the powertrains, but the V-8 proved quickest in our testing, hitting 60 mph in a scant 3.5 seconds. But performance may not matter if you plan to be chauffeured, and if that's the case, the extended wheelbase Bentayga is the one you should opt for—and make sure to order the reclining rear seats for maximum relaxation. What's New for 2024?The Bentayga gets a new range-topping Mulliner trim for 2024 that comes with unique exterior design elements and can be specified in almost 4000 different interior color combinations. Bentley says it's also used more sustainable materials inside the Mulliner than other Bentleys, including carpets made from wool or recycled nylon, and leather tanned using a byproduct of olive oil. The Mulliner can be had only with the Bentayga's extended-wheelbase body and the V-8 engine. The rest of the Bentayga lineup receives some subtle styling changes, namely the grille and wheels. The S and Azure models receive a rear-wheel steering system. A pair of cushy bucket seats for the second row are now available too. The W-12 engine is no longer an option for the Bentayga as the brand phases it out in favor of more fuel-efficient offerings such as hybrids and EVs. Pricing and Which One to BuyThe price of the 2024 Bentley Bentayga starts at $205.925 and goes up to $339.150 depending on the trim and options.V-8: $205,925Hybrid: $205,925A V-8: $218,025A Hybrid: $218,025S Hybrid: $235,025Extended Wheelbase V-8: $236,850Azure Hybrid: $240,925S V-8: $243,025Extended Wheelbase A V-8: $245,250Azure V-8: $249,125Extended Wheelbase Azure V-8: $274,550Extended Wheelbase Mulliner V-8: $339,150Interior, Comfort, and CargoFilled with rich-smelling leather, real wood trim, and glitzy metal accents, the Bentayga's cabin stays true to its luxury breeding. Bentley allows buyers to customize just about everything. Buyers can opt for front and rear buckets, seating four, or they can select a three-across second-row bench. While the rear seat doesn't feel as lavish as that of the Bentayga's key rival—the Rolls-Royce Cullinan—it still offers plenty of space for adult passengers to stretch out in. The new long-wheelbase model offers more legroom and additional amenities, so that's the one to buy if you're planning on being chauffeured.Read More caranddriver.com/bentley/bentayga📌 Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpress📌 Facebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 AVATR 11 - Incredibly Future Sport SUV! CAR TV 2024-03-14 | Thank you: The first Chinese car center "Moscow-Tianya"https://t.me/auto_china_grouphttps://auto-china.group/Avatr 11: A 570-HP Electric SUV from China with Huawei Software and MotorsChina's electric vehicle market continues to expand with the arrival of Avatr, a new player in the industry. Created through a collaboration between Changan Automobile, CATL, and Huawei, Avatr aims to make a splash with its first production model, the Avatr 11.Wheelsboy had the opportunity to test drive the Avatr 11, and they were generous enough to share a photo gallery, which you can find embedded below. Additionally, you can watch the 12-minute video review on Wheelsboy's YouTube channel, providing an in-depth look at this remarkable electric SUV.Let's start with the price. In China, the Avatr 11 ranges from $47,000 to $63,000, positioning it slightly above the local price of the Tesla Model Y. Notably, the Avatr 11 boasts a longer body, measuring 192.1 inches, and a wider frame at 77.6 inches, offering enhanced space and presence compared to the Model Y.Performance-wise, the Avatr 11 delivers on its price tag. The dual-motor variant, equipped with electric motors sourced from Huawei, boasts an impressive output of 578 horsepower and 479 pound-feet of torque. This power allows the Avatr 11 to sprint from 0 to 62 miles per hour in under 4.0 seconds. The vehicle's battery, supplied by CATL, offers a 116-kilowatt-hour capacity, providing an estimated range of up to 420 miles based on China's CLTC testing cycle.Despite its price range, the Avatr 11 does not offer standard air suspension. Surprisingly, this absence doesn't negatively impact the SUV's ride quality or handling, as confirmed by Wheelsboy's review.If you're curious about how the Avatr 11 performs on the road, its Huawei technology, or its overall speed, be sure to watch the video review provided at the top of this page.Read More autonews.autoua.net/en/49672-chery-in-talks-with-italian-government-to-build-plant-reuters.html📌 Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpress📌 Facebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
Rolls Royce Spectre (2024) - The Best Car in The World! CAR TV 2024-03-11 | Thanks: 3D Rental Car instagram.com/3drentalcarhttps://home.mobile.de/3DRENTALCARGMBH2024 Rolls-Royce SpectreStarting at $422.750 Highs: Absolutely silent inside, highest level of fit and finish, makes the same high-end statement as gas-powered Rolls-Royces. Lows: Less driving range than other high-dollar EVs, road manners a bit on the floaty side, sharp impacts aren't entirely erased by the suspension. Verdict: Rolls-Royce's first EV is a spectacular one, and proof that even the worlds most luxurious cars are capable of eco-friendly motoring.OverviewRolls-Royce is taking its ultimate-luxury ethos to a new realm with the all-electric 2024 Spectre coupe. James Bond probably wouldn't toast the new model with one of his shaken-not-stirred signature martinis given his history of battling the international crime organization known as Spectre. But he might want to drive the regal new coupe nonetheless. The Spectre rides on the same platform as the Phantom sedan and Cullinan SUV but is propelled by a fully electric powertrain consisting of two electric motors that pump out a combined 577 horsepower. The driving range is estimated to be as high as 291 miles per charge, which does not place the Spectre among the long-range EV cohort with less-expensive rivals such as the Tesla Model S and the Lucid Motors Air. But buyers with the $450,000 or so available to buy a Spectre aren't likely to road trip when their private jet is always standing ready at a nearby airfield. The Spectre is Rolls-Royce's first in a series of EVs, and the company says that its gasoline-powered models will be phased out of the lineup and replaced entirely with EVs by 2030. What's New for 2024?The Spectre is a new addition to the Rolls-Royce lineup and its first customers can expect to take delivery by the end of 2023.Pricing and Which One to BuyThe price of the 2024 Rolls-Royce Spectre starts at $422.750.Spectre: $422,750Rolls-Royce will let you customize a Spectre pretty much any way you want. And that's a good thing, because, with a price tag this high, we expect buyers will want something truly personalized.EV Motor, Power, and PerformanceAll Spectres will come with a dual-motor electric powertrain with 577 horsepower and 664 lb-ft of torque. After taking the Spectre on a test drive, we estimate that the electric powertrain will move the 6559-pound coupe to 60 mph in 4.2 seconds. You may scoff at that estimate and point to the Tesla Model S Plaid that hit 60 mph in 2.1 seconds in our testing, but we'd be quick to remind you that Rolls-Royce's brand ethos is more about quiet cruising than mind-bending performance. Although sharp impacts will still make themselves known, Rolls-Royce has installed adaptive suspension to ensure an appropriately isolated ride over all but the biggest bumps, and the engineers also made room for a massive amount of sound-deadening material to maintain a whisper-quiet cabin. And oh how quiet it is. On the road, the Spectre is so silent inside that your ears pick up almost no sounds until you get up to 80 mph and the wind starts to only slightly penetrate into the tomb-like cabin. Interior, Comfort, and CargoThe Spectre's cabin offers space for four with bucket seats in both rows. Anyone familiar with Rolls-Royce's current interior design will find a similarly sybaritic one here, although the company has added several design features that are unique to Spectre. For example, in addition to the brand's signature starry-night headliner, the Spectre's door panels rock a similar twinkle with tiny LED lights sparkling in the area surrounding the armrests. We don't yet know all the details or have a list of options and features but the Spectre should be available with a seemingly endless array of personalization options and material choices.Read More caranddriver.com/rolls-royce/spectre📌 Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpress📌 Facebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 Rolls-Royce Phantom - The Worlds Best Luxury Sedan! CAR TV 2024-03-08 | Thanks: Carmix Motors Etilerinstagram.com/carmix_motors/reelshttp://www.carmixmotors.comcarmixmotors.sahibinden.com Highs: Dramatic arrivals and departures are standard, serenity-now cabin environment, endless customization possibilities. Lows: So nice to ride in you might prefer it over your jet, finding a good chauffer is so hard these days. Verdict: The Phantom makes the ultimate luxury statement—and then has the temerity to live up to it.OverviewNo automobile shouts the presence of Old Money louder than the Rolls-Royce Phantom. Its massive size, stately proportions, and imperious upright grille—topped with the Spirit of Ecstasy hood ornament—make a statement that passersby can't look away from as they wonder who might be sipping champagne in the sumptuously padded rear seat. The Phantom hues to Rolls tradition—for now—by still being powered by a nearly silent gasoline V-12 under its long hood. A pillowy soft ride floats you gracefully across life's harsh bumps. Plush leathers, handsome veneers, and beautifully hewn metal trim surround you in the capacious interior; coach rear doors power themselves open and closed regally at the touch of a button. There are endless customization possibilities, but no matter the color or interior trim, the Phantom delivers on its reputation for extravagantly luxurious motoring. What's New for 2024?The Phantom receives no updates for the 2024 model year, just a slight increase in pricing. The Phantom's styling, powertrain and features otherwise remain and provides the same luxurious feeling sedan from the previous model year.Pricing and Which One to BuyThe price of the 2024 Rolls-Royce Phantom is expected to start around $505.750 and go up to $660.000 depending on the trim and options.Sedan: $505,750Extended Wheelbase: $573,000 (est)Bespoke Platino: $660,000 (est)Read More caranddriver.com/rolls-royce/phantom📌 Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpress📌 Facebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 Porsche Cayenne - Terrific Performance Coupe SUV! CAR TV 2024-03-06 | Thanks: Ava Gmbh Moscowinstagram.com/ava_gmbh_moscowhttps://avagmbh.ru/https://t.me/ava_gmbh_moscow2024 Porsche CayenneStarting at $80.850 Highs: Punchy engine options, handles like a sports sedan, burly maximum towing capacity. Lows: Adding luxury items drives the price way up, big wheels create a flinty ride, touchy brakes. Verdict: Over the years, the Cayenne has turned from a Porsche enthusiast's nightmare—incorrectly symbolizing the end of brand's sports-car era—to a respected performance SUV.OverviewLeaning on its decades-long legacy of sports car manufacturing, Porsche imbues each of its vehicles—including SUVs like the 2024 Cayenne—with a fun-to-drive nature that's hard for rivals to match. Although the Cayenne is a mid-size SUV, it feels light on its feet in corners thanks to an expertly tuned chassis. It's also quick, especially with one of its high-output powertrains that include an available plug-in hybrid and a twin-turbo V-8. Porsche's largest SUV is also luxurious, with a refined ride, a quiet cabin, and plenty of tech and convenience features. While it may not outperform a 911 Turbo, the Cayenne offers plenty of athleticism to satisfy its driver while also providing ample space for people and cargo. That kind of flexibility is what earned the Cayenne a spot on our 2024 Editors' Choice list.What's New for 2024?The Cayenne receives a styling refresh this year, albeit a mild one. Tweaks to the exterior require a keen eye but inside, the Cayenne gets a new dashboard design with more digital real estate, a new steering wheel on loan from the 911 sports car, and a new toggle-type shift lever mounted on the dashboard. Porsche has upped the ante on its performance across the board, too. The base model gets 13 more horsepower than before, while the E-Hybrid gains 9 horsepower. The S trim gets the biggest boost, as it drops its twin-turbo 2.9-liter V-6 for a 468-hp twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8.Pricing and Which One to BuyThe price of the 2024 Porsche Cayenne starts at $80850 and goes up to $100.750 depending on the trim and options.Cayenne: $80,850Cayenne E-Hybrid: $93,350Cayenne S: $97,350Cayenne S E-Hybrid: $100,750Engine, Transmission, and PerformancePorsche will let you spec the Cayenne in several ways, starting with a turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 that makes 348 horsepower. The plug-in hybrid (called the E-Hybrid) marries an electric motor and a turbocharged V-6 for a combined 463 horsepower. The Cayenne S boasts a 468-hp twin-turbo V-8 with a great-sounding exhaust note and breathtaking acceleration. There's also an S E-Hybrid, which uses a turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 and an electric motor for 512 horsepower and 553 pound-feet of torque. We expect a range-topping GTS trim with even more power, but Porsche hasn't confirmed that model just yet. All engines pair with an astute eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. While making anything that weighs more than two tons move gracefully is challenging, the engineers in Stuttgart were successful with the Cayenne. ....Interior, Comfort, and CargoInside, the 2024 Cayenne gets a new dashboard design with more screens and a look that's inspired by the Taycan EV sedan. The SUV's steering wheel has been replaced by one borrowed from the 911 sports car, and the gauge cluster is now fully digital. A toggle shifter is mounted on the dashboard, freeing up space on the center console for a storage nook. Porsche essentially provides a blank canvas inside the Cayenne for customers to personalize as they see fit. Everything from the interior trim to the seatbelt colors and the surface materials can be individually selected, almost always with a stiff additional cost. In addition to traditional options—heated and ventilated front and rear seats, for instance—the Cayenne offers desirable upgrades such as more supportive seats, massaging front seats, and four-zone climate control. Rivals like the Audi Q7 and the Volvo XC90 have three rows while the Porsche has only two, but at least the Cayenne's back seat is adjustable and provides plenty of stretch-out space. The Cayenne entices Porsche enthusiasts with ample passenger capacity and cargo volume, which are far greater than any 911's.Read More caranddriver.com/porsche/cayenne📌 Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpress📌 Facebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
2024 BYD Yangwang U8 - Chinas Craziest and Luxury SUV! CAR TV 2024-03-04 | Thanks: Fantazy Carshttps://auto-china.group/https://t.me/auto_china_groupThank you: The first Chinese car center "Moscow-Tianya"The Yangwang U8 is a 1,184bhp plug-in hybrid SUV that can float on waterBYD’s posh sub-brand unveils the U8 Premium Edition in China. Will do 0-62mph in 3.6 seconds (on land)Earlier this year we brought you news of the Yangwang U9 – an all-electric Chinese supercar that used its fancy suspension tech to bunny hop and drive safely on just three wheels. At the time we thought that was the most bonkers thing we’d see all year, but now we’re welcoming the Yangwang U8 to the world.The second car to be shown off by BYD’s posh sub-brand, the U8 is an electric SUV that uses four motors – one for each wheel – and some very fancy independent torque vectoring to put 1,184bhp down on the road. As a result, the U8 will do 0-62mph in 3.6 seconds and can spin all four wheels to do proper tank turns. Should be rather useful on the school run. There’s something called the ‘DiSus-P Intelligent Hydraulic Body Control System’ too which, in a similar manner to the U9 supercar, allows you to drive on three wheels in the event of a tyre blowout.Oh, and just in case you were worried about range, there’s also a 2.0-litre turbo engine on board to act as a range extender, so with a full tank of petrol and juiced up batteries you’ll manage 621 miles without a stop.Remarkably, we’re told that deliveries will start in China in October this year. For those not paying attention, that’s currently five days away. How on earth?Anyway, those first deliveries will be of the U8 Premium Edition, which is set to cost over £123,000 in Yangwang’s home market. Looks like that’ll get all of the headline tech as standard though, including a rather remarkable ‘emergency flotation’ function that ensures the U8 can float on water for up to 30 minutes. Yep, this giant range-extender SUV can literally become a boat.Designed to keep you safe in flash floods or to allow you to cross rivers on off-road adventures, the system apparently kills the engine, closes the windows and opens the sunroof before propelling you along at 1.8mph by spinning its wheels. Bonkers.Back in the normal electric SUV world, the U8 will fast charge at up to 110kW to allow for a 30 to 80 per cent top-up in 18 minutes. Or if you’re feeling lazy and can’t be bothered to faff around with cables, there are three wireless charging pads underneath that allow for 50kW charging. It also uses vehicle-to-load capabilities to dispense charge to other devices at 6kW.The interior is crammed full of Nappa leather, sapele wood, speakers and many, many screens. Seriously, just check out how many displays are in there. The dash alone features a 12.8-inch OLED central screen and two 23.6-inch displays either side.And that’s about all of the info we have on the U8 right now, but it certainly looks like quite the vehicle doesn’t it?Read More topgear.com/car-news/electric/yangwang-u8-1184bhp-plug-hybrid-suv-can-float-water📌 Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpress📌 Facebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
Audi Q8 (2024) - Ultra Luxury Sport Coupe SUV! CAR TV 2024-03-01 | Thanks: Ava Gmbh Moscowinstagram.com/ava_gmbh_moscowhttps://avagmbh.ru/https://t.me/ava_gmbh_moscow2024 Audi Q8Starting at $74.895 Highs: Delivers an entertaining driving experience, cozy as a couch, high-end interior. Lows: Some stumbles in city driving, sporty shape cuts down on cargo space, not the most fuel-efficient of SUV offerings. Verdict: As the more stylish take on the three-row Q7, the Q8's smooth ride adds some cool factor.OverviewWith smooth styling with a ride to match, the two-row Audi Q8 is a dramatized version of the boxier Q7 three-row SUV. They both use the same solid underpinnings, including a turbocharged 335-hp V-6 engine, eight-speed automatic, and all-wheel drive, but the Q8's starting price is significantly higher. The Q8's chassis and acceleration are a mix of sweet and spicy, but this luxury SUV isn't shy about gulping down fuel. Much like other sporty-shaped SUVs, such as the BMW X6 or Mercedes-Benz GLE-class Coupe, the Q8 puts comfort first, with a plush interior and high-tech helm. A 500-hp SQ8 and even wilder 591-hp RS Q8 are also available, but we review each of those high-power versions separately. What's New for 2024?Audi gives the upscale Q8 some significant updates for 2024 with new looks and equipment. The Q8 refresh includes redesigned front and rear fascias, new optional matrix-beam LED headlights, new wheels, colors, and seat stitching.Pricing and Which One to BuyThe price of the 2024 Audi Q8 starts at $74.895 and goes up to $82.995 depending on the trim and options.We'd choose the Audi Q8 Premium trim and enhance it with select options. Its standout standard features already include a fully digital gauge cluster, built-in navigation, leather upholstery, heated front seats, a panoramic sunroof, and a power-operated tailgate. While 21-inch rims are standard, we'd still spec the Black Optic package for its sportier appearance. We'd also add the Convenience package (blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, wireless charging, and more) and the Towing package. The latter unlocks the Q8's maximum tow rating of 7700 pounds.Engine, Transmission, and PerformanceAudi provides every Q8 with a turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 that makes 335 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque. It pairs with an eight-speed automatic transmission and Quattro all-wheel drive. A 48-volt hybrid-assist system aids stop-start operation, which was smooth and quiet during our experience. While the Audi had plenty of passing power on the highway, it felt hesitant around town unless we crushed the gas pedal. The transmission had mostly dutiful reactions, but it and the engine best cooperated in Dynamic mode, which provoked snappier responses. We only wish the engine and exhaust made gutsier sounds. While it swiftly changes directions and obediently hustles around corners, it's less engaging than Audi sedans such as the sleek A7. The Q8's steering has light effort and linear feedback, which was relaxing on long trips but boring on switchback roads. Our test vehicle had the optional air suspension and wore 22-inch wheels—21-inchers are standard.Read More caranddriver.com/audi/q8📌 Instagram ▶ instagram.com/cartvpress📌 Facebook ▶ facebook.com/CARTVPress
