Cars Shows 2010 5 by Peugeot Concept

As part of its new Marque project, Peugeot is launching the 5 By Peugeot concept. This modular technology incorporates HYbrid4 technology which will be launched as standard on the 3008 from 2011. With its dimensions, proportions and styling, the 5 By Peugeot concept is a response by the Marque to radical changes in the market for large, luxury saloons.

The design of the 5 By Peugeot concept has been guided by the ongoing research into perfectly balanced and streamlined body shapes. The contours of its three-compartment body is underlined by the streamlined sides which are enhanced by beveled, brushed-aluminum window surrounds, door handles in the same material, and sculpted 19” wheel trims. At the front, the “LED tubes” are highlighted by a luminescent surround. While at the rear, the lights are composed of three raised red clusters.

Designed by incorporating the HYbrid4 technology, A 2.0 l HDi FAP 120 kW (163 bhp) diesel engine of the 5 By Peugeot concept is mounted at the front of the vehicle and is combined with a 27 kW (37 bhp) electric motor at the rear. This provides the concept car with an overall maximum power of 147 kW (200 bhp). In addition, the 5 By Peugeot concept also benefits from an electric only mode at low speeds, four-wheel drive on demand, and low levels of fuel consumption and emissions (3.8 liters/100 km or 99 g/km of CO2, or 0 in electric mode).

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Cars Shows 2010 Toyota RAV4

Following the first generation of Toyota’s RAV4 which was launched in Europe in 1994, the new and expanded Toyota RAV4 2010 model range identifies the latest addition to the Toyota family by featuring a new, more sophisticated, chrome-accented front design, emphasizing the vehicle’s wide track and stable stance. The RAV4 is making its European debut at this year’s Geneva motor show.

The RAV4 exterior design is defined by a wider horizontal bar-type radiator grille design reminiscent of the Verso and Avensis, a full-width front bumper, addition of chrome accents to the radiator grille, bonnet molding, fog lamp surrounds, and an integral roof spoiler. The RAV4 2010 will be available in a choice of ten body colors, including three new to the model range: Pearl White, Dark Steel and Regency Red.

In the interior, the RAV4 2010 redefined by the elimination of any break lines, the tight panel gaps and the matching of surface levels. And the perceived quality of the RAV4 2010’s interior is further improved by the availability of new leather/Alcantara® seat upholstery.

Benefiting engine line-up from Toyota Optimal Drive technologies, the entire RAV4 2010 offers an expanded range of 2WD and 4WD variants. The 4WD variant consists of multidrive S and manual transmission versions of the ?2.0 liter Valvematic petrol engine, as well as manual and automatic 2.2 D-4D 150 diesel models.

In brief, the Toyota RAV4 2010 range offers customers greater flexibility in selecting their ideal grade and powertrain combination. The four grades -UP1, UP2, Leather/Alcantara® and Premium- are now available with a wider choice of engines. Both UP2 and Leather/Alcantara® grades are newly available with either the 2.2 D-4D 150 6A/T or 2.2 D-4D 180 6M/T engines. In addition, high power D-4D diesel engines to the two mid grades and new 17” alloy wheel design are also available.

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Cars Shows 2010 5 by Peugeot Concept

As part of its new Marque project, Peugeot is launching the 5 By Peugeot concept. This modular technology incorporates HYbrid4 technology which will be launched as standard on the 3008 from 2011. With its dimensions, proportions and styling, the 5 By Peugeot concept is a response by the Marque to radical changes in the market for large, luxury saloons.

The design of the 5 By Peugeot concept has been guided by the ongoing research into perfectly balanced and streamlined body shapes. The contours of its three-compartment body is underlined by the streamlined sides which are enhanced by beveled, brushed-aluminum window surrounds, door handles in the same material, and sculpted 19” wheel trims. At the front, the “LED tubes” are highlighted by a luminescent surround. While at the rear, the lights are composed of three raised red clusters.

Designed by incorporating the HYbrid4 technology, A 2.0 l HDi FAP 120 kW (163 bhp) diesel engine of the 5 By Peugeot concept is mounted at the front of the vehicle and is combined with a 27 kW (37 bhp) electric motor at the rear. This provides the concept car with an overall maximum power of 147 kW (200 bhp). In addition, the 5 By Peugeot concept also benefits from an electric only mode at low speeds, four-wheel drive on demand, and low levels of fuel consumption and emissions (3.8 liters/100 km or 99 g/km of CO2, or 0 in electric mode).

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Cars Shows 2010 Toyota RAV4

Following the first generation of Toyota’s RAV4 which was launched in Europe in 1994, the new and expanded Toyota RAV4 2010 model range identifies the latest addition to the Toyota family by featuring a new, more sophisticated, chrome-accented front design, emphasizing the vehicle’s wide track and stable stance. The RAV4 is making its European debut at this year’s Geneva motor show.

The RAV4 exterior design is defined by a wider horizontal bar-type radiator grille design reminiscent of the Verso and Avensis, a full-width front bumper, addition of chrome accents to the radiator grille, bonnet molding, fog lamp surrounds, and an integral roof spoiler. The RAV4 2010 will be available in a choice of ten body colors, including three new to the model range: Pearl White, Dark Steel and Regency Red.

In the interior, the RAV4 2010 redefined by the elimination of any break lines, the tight panel gaps and the matching of surface levels. And the perceived quality of the RAV4 2010’s interior is further improved by the availability of new leather/Alcantara® seat upholstery.

Benefiting engine line-up from Toyota Optimal Drive technologies, the entire RAV4 2010 offers an expanded range of 2WD and 4WD variants. The 4WD variant consists of multidrive S and manual transmission versions of the ?2.0 liter Valvematic petrol engine, as well as manual and automatic 2.2 D-4D 150 diesel models.

In brief, the Toyota RAV4 2010 range offers customers greater flexibility in selecting their ideal grade and powertrain combination. The four grades -UP1, UP2, Leather/Alcantara® and Premium- are now available with a wider choice of engines. Both UP2 and Leather/Alcantara® grades are newly available with either the 2.2 D-4D 150 6A/T or 2.2 D-4D 180 6M/T engines. In addition, high power D-4D diesel engines to the two mid grades and new 17” alloy wheel design are also available.

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