Jenson Button has put his Bugatti Veyron for sale for a whooping $1.5 million. He is the Formula One driver who is the second owner of this 2008 monotone black Bugatti Veyron. FYI, this sports car is powered by an 8-liter W16 engine that accelerates it from 0-62mph in 2.5 seconds. It also has a top speed of 253mph, which is 33mph faster than Jenson’s F1 car. [AutoTrader]
Nissan has just announced the price list for the 2010 Nissan Maxima sedan. Prices are $30,460 for the Maxima 3.5 S and $33,180 for the Maxima 3.5 SV. Both models are equipped with new wheel finishes, a standard Bluetooth Hands-free Phone System, a 7-inch color monitor and a 2GB Music Server. Meanwhile, power comes from a standard 290HP 3.5-liter V6 engine coupled to a Xtronic CVT transmission with paddle shifters for both models. [Zercustoms]
The BMW X6 ActiveHybrid is now officially released. The gas-electric hybrid will be the most powerful hybrid car in history, with 480HP and 575 lb-ft of torque. The car is powered by a twin electric motors (delivering 91 hp and 86 hp, respectively) and a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 engine. The new X6 accelerates from 0 to 60mph in only 5.4-seconds with the top speed of 130mph. The official public debut is scheduled for the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2009 and the release date is slated for four-quarter 2009. [Autoblog]
The Japanese carmaker has recently launched the Mitsubishi Lancer 1.5 SE for the European market. Featuring metallic paint, the car is equipped with 16-inch alloy wheels, steering wheel, air conditioning, front fogs, airbags, CAT 1 alarm, an iPod connection and Bluetooth connectivity. Meanwhile, power comes from a 1.5-liter petrol MIVEC VVT engine that offers a 153g/km combined CO2 emissions level. The car is capable of reaching 0 to 62 mph in just 11.6 seconds. Pricing starts at 12,499 GBP with 3-years unlimited mileage warranty and pan-European roadside assistance. [Dieselstation]
Toyota has launched an updated version of its Verso MPV series with the introduction of the new Verso MPV 2.2 D-CAT 150. This new seven-seater MPV is equipped with a 2.2-liter turbocharged four-cylinder diesel engine coupled to a six-speed automatic transmission. The engine produces 150 HP and 340 Nm of torque, allowing it to accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in just 10.1 seconds. The car is now available in the UK in two different versions: Verso TR and T Spirit Grades. The TR is priced at £20,835, while the T Spirit sells for £22,265. [Carscoop]
Nissan Korea has officially launched its 2009 Nissan 370Z sports car in the Korean market. This sport coupe is powered by Nissan’s new 3.7-liter V6 engine with a 7-stepped automatic transmission that produces 332HP. The Nissan 370Z is priced at 56,800,000 Korean Won ($45,450). [AVING]
