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2010 Jaguar XF coupe exclusive

November 28th 2008 01:45

Jaguar is set to take the fight to the likes of Audi's A5, BMW 3-series coupe and Mercedes-Benz CLK-class with a new sports coupe that shares the same platform with the XF sedan.

In an exclusive scoop in the current issue of Auto Express, the pictures of the new coupe shows off a brilliant combination of gorgeous looks and driver appeal inspired by the C-XF concept car penned by former Aston Martin design Ian Cullum. The front-end boasts a gaping front grille flanked by a set of ultra-thin and aggressively styled headlights incorporating LED technology, and an impressive bonnet bulge which hints at the power that lurks within.

The side profile of the XF coupe is equally as impressive with a high, chiseled waistline proclaiming its sporty intentions while the rear-end features a pair of thinly designed taillights, a bold chrome strip and a set of aggressively styled quad exhaust tips.

Power will reportedly come from a range of engines including a 3.0-litre twin-turbodiesel and a 5.0-litre supercharged V8 developing in excess of 368 kW for the flagship model.

The Jaguar XF coupe is due on the market in 2010.

[Source: Auto Express]

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Confirmed for Australia: Lotus Evora

October 10th 2008 00:15

The all-new Lotus Evora 2-plus-2 sports car has been confirmed for Australia - one of the first international markets to secure an allocation - with local deliveries expected in the third quarter of 2009. The mid-engined sports car will complement the existing four-model range of Elise, Exige, Europa and 2-Eleven.

While local prices have yet to be confirmed, Lotus Cars Australia has already opened up its order book for local customers to put down a deposit should they want to be one of the first lucky drivers to take delivery of the Evora.

Featuring a Toyota-sourced 3.3-litre V6 3MZ-FE coded engine, Lotus engineers have made various tweaks to the double-overhead camshafts, four-valves per cylinder engine to improve driveability, response and power such as Lotus-developed engine management system and a bespoke exhaust system that allows the V6 to rev more freely, offer rapid throttle response and improve peak power and torque.

Touted as the least 'hardcore' of the current Lotus range, performance is still nothing short of breathtaking with the 0-100km/h sprint taking just 5.0 seconds flat while reaching a top speed of 256km/h.

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The Official Lotus Press Release:

Lotus Opens Evora Order Book

Specifications, option packs and confirmation of Australian orders for the exciting Lotus Evora sports car.

Lotus Cars Australia has opened its order book for the Lotus Evora following confirmation the V6 sports coupe is expected to land in Australia third quarter of 2009.

After its July debut at the London Motor Show, Lotus Cars Australia Sales & Marketing Manager Jonathan Stretton is excited by the first of 3 all new Lotus model over the coming 5 years.

"As the world's only mid-engined 2 2 sports car, Evora features 21st century performance combined with practicality and economy. Evora will continue the strengthening of the Lotus brand worldwide, and in Australia and we are very excited that it heralds a new wave of Lotus sports cars that will complement the existing four-model range of Elise, Exige, Europa and 2-Eleven.

"We have confirmed that Evora will form part of the Australian line-up and we are proud to be one of the first international markets to secure an allocation."

Powered by a Lotus tuned version of the all-alloy 3.3-litre V6 sourced from Toyota, the 3MZ-FE coded engine features double-overhead camshafts, four-valves per cylinder and variable valve timing on both the intake and exhaust cams. The engine benefits from specific Lotus enhancements that improve driveability, response and power such as Lotus-developed engine management system and a bespoke exhaust system that allows the V6 to rev more freely, offer rapid throttle response and improve peak power and torque.

Evora's seating will offer two adjustable leather covered Recaros as standard equipment, with the a 2 2 configuration with rear ISOFIX child anchorage points.

Other cabin features include a flat-bottomed steering wheel with new power-assistance, edge-lit bespoke controls, along with storage bins and consoles, a 160-litre boot that will accommodate a full set of golf clubs, and a boot cooling system to minimise engine heat ingress.

Though thoroughly equipped in standard specification, some of these features are included as part of the three optional packs that allow personalisation to tailor the Evora for specific tastes and requirements. The packs are detailed as follows:

The Premium Pack includes accent interior lighting a number of leather trim and matching floor mat colours including Charcoal (black), Paprika (red), Chestnut (Tan) and Oyster (magnolia).

The Tech Pack includes cruise control and parking sensors and an advanced Alpine Imprint EQ stereo that is also a highly functional multi-media system. The Alpine system features a seven-inch touch screen, iPod connectivity, DVD player, Bluetooth hands-free phone compatibility and a low tyre-pressure warning. The system also features satellite-navigation that is removeable, allowing the unit to be used in a pedestrian way independent of the car. A reversing camera is also incorporated into the screen.

The Alpine Imprint EQ sound system also uses technology that cancels out sound imbalances such as echoes from glass or absorption by carpets, resulting in amazingly crisp, clear undistorted sound from any seat.

Finally, the Sport Pack is designed for the performance driver, with a switchable sport dynamic setting, sports springs and dampers, cross drilled brake discs, upgraded grilles for added cooling and painted brake callipers.

All Evora's optional packs are available separately or in combination with stand-alone options including the premium Alpine Imprint Dynamic EQ audio system, reversing camera, electric folding mirrors, bi-xenon headlights and forged alloy Stealth grey wheels.

Stretton surmised: "Lotus Cars Australia had its best year in Australia in 2007 and in 2008 we have launched a number of thrilling models: the Exige S Performance Pack offers outstanding performance comparable to supercars two and three times its price; the new Elise SC is proving extremely popular as it is the first time the flexibility and power of a supercharged engine has been offered in a Lotus with a removable roof.

"The $69,990 Elise S continues to be the most popular model, enabling more buyers into a Lotus than ever before, while the 2008 updates to the entire Lotus range have been extremely well received."

Stretton summed up: "Evora broadens the Lotus portfolio with a comfortable and practical high performance coupe that combines dramatic looks with contemporary design. The coupe will be the first in a line of Evoras that will evolve to other variants.

"Our order book has now opened and our dealer network is securing deposits. Final pricing is to be confirmed and we are looking forward to communicating more detail in the coming months."

For more information on the Lotus Evora, visit www.lotusevora.com.

LOTUS EVORA SPECIFICATIONS

ENGINE 3.5-litre V6 DOHC VVT-i (2GR-FE)
Power: 206kW @ 6400rpm
Torque: 342Nm @ 4700rpm
CO2 emission: 225g/km

GEARBOX
Six-speed manual

BRAKING SYSTEM
ABS
Vented discs (350mm front, 332mm rear)
AP Racing 4-piston callipers front and rear

CHASSIS
Modular lightweight bonded aluminium structure

WHEELS
18-inch alloys, 225/40 ZR18 (front)
19-inch alloys, 255/35 ZR19 (rear)

KERB WEIGHT
1350kg (2 2 variant, estimated)

SEATING
Two variants available, 2 seater and 2 2
Adjustable Recaro leather front seats
ISOFIX rear mounting points in 2 2

SUSPENSION
Forged aluminium wishbone (front & rear)
VVA (Versatile Vehicle Architecture)
Bilstein high performance shock absorbers
Eibach coil springs

STEERING
Hydraulically assisted power steering

SOUND SYSTEM
Alpine multi-media system, 7-inch touch screen
Satellite navigation, DVD

CONVENIENCE
Air-conditioning
iPod connectivity
Bluetooth hands-free phone connection
Electric folding exterior mirrors
Tyre pressure monitoring
Traction control

STORAGE
Storage bins, integrated cup holders
Remote release glovebox
160-litre boot

PERFORMANCE
0-100km/h: 5.0 secs (est)
Top speed: 256km/h (est)

RELEASE DATE & PRICE
Estimated third quarter 2009 (Australia), price TBC

[Source: Lotus]

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2009 Aston Martin DBS with TouchTronic 2

October 2nd 2008 00:15

A year after making its debut as the flagship of the Aston Martin range, the awesome DBS supercar has been updated with a new ‘Touchtronic 2’ transmission and greater personalisation capabilities for the 2009 model year including a new Bang & Olufsen audio system, the availability of 2-plus-2 seating and a new lightweight wheel option

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Limited edition Aston Martin One-77 supercar

August 8th 2008 04:42

Luxury marque Aston Martin has released a tantalising first image of its newest flagship supercar - the ultra exotic "One-77". Details of the new model are still sketchy but what we do know is that the One-77 will be powered by a stonking 7.0-litre V12 mill that sits on a completely new chassis made entirely of expensive carbon fibre along with ultra-lightweight aluminium body panels

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Project Eagle: Lotus Evora

July 23rd 2008 07:45

Lotus' Project 'Eagle' sportscar has made its international debut at the London Motor Show and has been confirmed to bear the Evora nameplate

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Lotus Clark Type 25 Elise SC

July 2nd 2008 00:15

British sports car manufacturer Lotus has unveiled a special edition Elise SC in honour of two-time F1 World Champion (1963 & 1965) Jim Clark

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Lotus Exige GT4 for 2009 GT Championship

June 17th 2008 00:15

Lotus Australia has secured the allocation of the first four Lotus Exige GT4 specification cars - a pure motorsport-ready Exige - in readiness for the 2009 GT Championship season. Lotus is also confirming the availability of the Lotus Sport Exige Cup 260 version, a race-ready progression of the Lotus Exige S with full details of both models to be announced shortly

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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage

May 26th 2008 07:30

Prestige car maker Aston Martin has given the V8 Vantage a mid-life makeover with an array of enhancements, most notably, a new 4.7-litre engine for greater performance, revised dynamics and an improved transmission

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Keating SKR and TKR supercars

April 24th 2008 11:15

The Keating SKR supercar is the latest speed demon to challenge the likes of the Bugatti Veyron and SSC Ultimate Aero Twin Turbo for the mantle as the world's fastest car

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Premier4509 Bentley Continental GT coupe

April 2nd 2008 06:10

Premier4509 is the exotic tuning arm of popular tuner and aftermarket specialists Veilside and they have given the best of British motoring a bit of Japanese inspiration in the form of a limited edition wide-body aero bodykit for the exclusive Bentley Continental GT coupe

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Aston Martin Racing Vantage GT2

March 31st 2008 04:30

Earlier this year, we brought you word on British car maker Aston Martin's foray into the world of GT2 racing with some minor details plus a drawing of the Vantage race car that will be used in the competition

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