Audi has unveiled more details about the 2012 Audi S8. The sedan is powered by a 4.0 TFSI twin-turbo V8 engine with a 8-speed S Tronic transmission. This engine configuration produces a 520-hp with a 479 lb-ft of torque. The 2012 Audi S8 is able to accelerate from 0 to 62mph in 4.2 seconds with a top speed of 155mph. [egmCarTech]
Nissan has finally announced the upcoming 2012 Nissan GT-R price for the US market. Featuring a new refreshed look, new colors and new wheel design, this sports sedan is equipped with a 3.8-liter twin turbo V6 engine that boasts 530 hp and 488 lb-ft of torque. The 2012 Nissan GT-R will be sold for a starting price of $89,950. [GlobalMotors]
Nissan has announced the availability of the all new 2011 Nissan GT-R in the US market. Coming only in Premium model, this sports sedan is sold for an MSRP of $84,060. As a reminder, the 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a standard 485 hp 3.8-liter twin-turbo V6 engine coupled to a high-performance 6-speed dual-clutch transmission. Other options being offered include: Cold Weather Package (no charge), special Super Silver paint ($3000), Ultra-High Performance Tire Package (no charge) and carpeted GT-R logo floor mats ($280). [WorldCarFans]
Honda UK will release the Civic Type-R Mugen 200 next month. The new model features a set of front and rear Mugen bumper skirts, lightweight 19-inch wheels, limited slip differential and a Championship White paint job. Too bad, no modifications have been performed to the engine, exhaust or ECU, so output remains unchanged at 200 horsepower. [Autoblog]
Nissan has released some details about its upcoming 2010 Nissan GT R for the Japanese market. The car is said to feature a number of enhancements including a revised navigation system, recalibrated suspension settings and an improved flow catalyst system. The car itself is scheduled to go on sale in Japan on December 7th with prices start at 8,610,000 Yen (about $94,274) for the base model and goes up to 15,750,000 Yen (about $172,422) for the top of the range model. More»
Jaguar’s new sports sedan ‘XF’ claims to be the first expression of Jaguar’s new design language in a four-door car, showing a strong family resemblance to the XK coupe but with comfortable seating for five and more than 300 litres of boot space. Powered by 4,196cc supercharger engine with 420 horsepower, the XF SV8 model can accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in 5.4 seconds. The XF also comes with anti-lock brakes, electronic brake assist with electronic brake pressure distribution, dynamic stability control, cornering brake control, and engine drag torque control to prevent the rear wheels locking under deceleration. The XF will launch with the starting MSRP price of $49,975 (USD). [JaguarXF VIA Aving]
