SpeedART has unveiled the Porsche Panamera-Based PS9-650 at Essen Motor Show, which runs from November 28th to December 6th, 2009. The sports car accelerates from 0 to 100km/h (62mph) in 3.5 seconds and has a top speed of 320km/h or 200mph. The modded Panamera also features unique 22-inch alloy wheels, while the 650HP version will also feature a new brake system with larger discs and calipers. [CarScoop]
Renault has finally announced the price list for its upcoming 2010 Renault Megane RS. As a reminder, the car will come in two different versions: standard and Cup. The standard version will start at £22,995 (about $37,513), while the Cup version will start at £21,995 (about $35,875). Both versions will become available for ordering in the UK starting on November 1st. [Zercustoms]
Toyota has released pictures of the Toyota FT-86 concept that will be exhibited at the 2009 Tokyo Motor Show this month. It is a compact, rear-wheel drive sports concept car that is powered by a 2,000cc, horizontally opposed, four-cylinder, naturally-aspirated gasoline engine developed to convey the essential appeal of automobiles in a new era. The production model is set to hit showrooms in late 2011. More»
The 2010 Lotus Exige S240 has been revised and upgraded with a new front splitter, larger intakes and a higher wing. These upgrades is also to improve aerodynamic performance of the car itself. The 2010 Lotus Exige S240 uses a supercharged Toyota 2ZZ-GE 1.8-liter engine that generates 240 horsepower at 8,000 rpm and 170 pound-feet of torque at 5,500 rpm. The car accelerates from 0 to 60mph in only 4.1-seconds with a top speed of 150mph. The new 2010 Lotus Exige S240 will be released in the US and Canadian markets in the fall of 2009. [Jalopnik]
We have the latest track test video of the Ferrari 458 Italia. In case you didn’t know, the super car is powered by a 5.0-liter V8 engine mated to a 7-speed gearbox with 570hp and 540Nm of torque. The car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in only 3.4-seconds with a top speed of 325 km/h. Video after the jump. More»
The hybrid Marussia B1 can now be ordered for €100,000 (about $146,000). Two of them will be on display at next week’s the Frankfurt Motor Show alongside the company’s latest car, the Marussia B2. Sadly, there is no further info about these cars. Stay tuned for more updates. [CarDesign]
