Here’s a look at the upcoming 2012 Toyota Aygo Facelift. This city car features a slender upper front grille, a wider front bumper with integrated foglights at each corner, a large trapezoidal air intake and optional LED daytime running lights. Under the hood, power comes from a three-cylinder 1.0-liter VVT-i petrol engine that outputs 67bhp and 93Nm of torque. The 2012 Toyota Aygo Facelift will be showcased at the Brussels Motor Show on January 10th and will go on sale in the UK in March. [GlobalMotors]
The all new 2012 Saab 9-3 Facelift has just been introduced. Available in both Saloon and SportsWagon versions, this new model comes with a new front bumper and signature Saab ‘ice block’ headlamps found also on the new 9-5. Underneath, power comes from a new 2.0-liter turbocharged petrol engine that generates 163 hp or 220 hp. Pricing and release date are still unknown at the moment. [GlobalMotors]
Hyundai has released the first image of their upcoming 2011 Hyundai i10 Facelift. According to the company, the car will have a new exterior and interior design, and come with a number of mechanical improvements. As for the engine, the car will come with a new 1.0-liter three-cylinder powerplant that outputs 68hp. The 2011 Hyundai i10 Facelift will make its public debut at the Paris Auto Show this month. [Autoevolution]
Here’s a look at the upcoming 2011 DB9 Facelift from Aston Martin. Available in two different models: Coupe or Volante (convertible), this sports car comes with a new front bumper, a bright finish grille, a revised lower air intake, new headlights, restyled side sills, silver brake calipers and a set of 20-inch wheels. Inside, the car gets a Bluetooth system, new ‘Double Apex’ trim and a Bang & Olufsen audio system. Underneath, power comes from the same 6.0-liter V12 engine that produces 350kW and 600Nm of torque. The 2011 DB9 Facelift will hit the roads in July with prices ranging from 122,445 GBP (about $184,000) for the DB9 Coupe and 131,445 GBP (about $198,000) for the DB9 Volante. More»
Lotus has just announced the UK price for its upcoming Lotus Elise Facelift. The car will hit UK showrooms starting next month with prices ranging from 26,550 GBP (about $40,000) and goes up to 34,500 GBP (about $52,000) for the top of the range SC model. There will be two different engine options available, either a 1.6-liter or a 1.8-liter model, and each will be paired to a six-speed close-ratio gearbox. [Autoevolution]
Volvo is preparing to showcase its new 2010 Volvo C30 facelift at this year’s Frankfurt Motor Show. The C30 facelift will feature re-styled nose, front fenders, grille, headlights and a lower front spoiler. Meanwhile for the engine part, the car will be available with only the T5 2.5-liter turbocharged engine mated to either a six speed manual or a five speed Geartronic automatic with 227 hp and 236 lb.ft of torque. No info on pricing so far. [DieselStation]
