Audi has finally unveiled the all-new RS3 Sportback that will be released in Europe in early 2011. The Audi RS3 adopts the Audi TT RS 2.5-liter turbocharged five-cylinder engine with a seven-speed S tronic dual-clutch transmission producing 340-horsepower and 450 Nm (331.90 lb-ft) of torque available between 1,600 rpm and 5,300 rpm. Weighing in at 1,575 kg, the RS3 can accelerate from 0 to 100km/h (62mph) in a mere 4.6 seconds with a top speed of 250 km/h (155mph). [CarScoop]
Here’s a look at the upcoming 2012 Ford Focus ST that will make its global premiere at the Paris Auto Show this month. This new hatchback will feature a new front bumper with a large grille, new side skirts, a rear roof spoiler, center exhaust pipes and sportier seats (interior). Underneath, power will come from a new 2.0-liter four-cylinder Ford EcoBoost engine that generates 250 PS. The car itself is scheduled to hit showrooms in 2012. More»
Fiat is about to launch their newest hatchback for the UK market. Dubbed as the Abarth Punto Evo, this compact car is equipped with a 1.4-liter 16v MultiAir engine that outputs 165 hp. In terms of performance, the car is able to accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in just 7.9 seconds with a top speed of 132 mph. Meanwhile, standard features include six airbags, TTC, Eco Gear Shift Indicator (EGSI), performance sport switch, Start&Stop and a set of 17-inch alloy wheels. The Fiat Abarth Punto Evo will hit the roads on July 17th for a starting price of 16,500 GBP (about $25,000). More»
Seat has announced the availability of its Leon Cupra R in the UK. Priced at 25,205 GBP (about $37,600), this new hatchback is equipped with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine coupled to a six-speed manual gearbox that generates 265 hp and 360 Nm of torque. In terms of performance, the car is able to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 6.2 seconds, with a top speed of 155 mph. Other interesting features worth mentioning include a sporty twin central exit exhaust pipes within a customized rear diffuser, an extended rear spoiler, ‘R’ badging, gloss black highlighting inside and out and a set of 19-inch ‘Potenza’ wheels. More»
SEAT is about to launch a special edition version of its Ibiza SC in German. Known as the Ibiza SC Sport Edition, this three door hatchback will come dressed in a Lamborghini-inspired Orange paint and feature a redesigned front bumper, new side skirts, a roof spoiler, a new rear bumper, a set of double trapezoidal exhaust pipes that are centrally-mounted and a set of 17-inch alloy wheels. Meanwhile, the interior of the car will also receive orange trimmings which include door handles, air vents and gearshift knob. Power itself will come from a 1.6-liter engine that produces 105 hp and 153 Nm of torque. The Ibiza SC Sport Edition will be priced at 20,620 Euro (about $25,000), with only 300 units scheduled to be built. More»
Skoda is preparing to launch the all new Fabia vRS models in the UK. Available in both hatchback and estate models, these models will go on sale in the UK starting on July 29th for £15,700 and £16,495, respectively. Specs-wise, both Fabia vRS models are equipped with a 1.4-liter twin-supercharged four-cylinder petrol engine and a 7-speed DSG transmission with paddle-shifters. In terms of performance, both models are able to accelerate from 0 to 62mph in just 7.3 seconds, with a top speed of 140mph for the hatch and 141mph for the estate. Meanwhile, standard features include ESP, HHC (Hill Hold Control), EDS (Electronic Differential System), 17-inch ‘Gigaro’ alloy wheels, LED daylight running lights, sunset glass and vRS body kit. [CarScoop]
