Wednesday, September 17, 2008

Toyota Considering Prius Brand, Hybrid Priusamino Closer To Reality

The Eco Car War is heating up and Toyota is considering creating a Prius brand in an effort to open up a new front. This possible move would take advantage of the fact that, next to the word 'hybrid' itself, the Prius nameplate is most associated in this market with eco-friendly vehicles. Toyota already has the largest base of loyal customers, and a variety of Prius-branded vehicles would allow the company to grab buyers who might otherwise consider the 2011 Chevy Volt or 2009 Honda Insight.


This isn't merely idle talk. Toyota successfully created the Scion brand as an alternative to its larger brand. Additionally, Toyota's North American Sales Chief Jim Lentz told Reuters that "there is a definite desire for us to [create a Prius brand]" and that new dealerships were being constructed with space for the eco-brand.This could mean smaller hybrids, sportier hybrids and possibly even small truck hybrids. [Reuters via Automobile]

How Much Car Tech Is Too Much Car Tech?

Technology in a car isn't necessarily a bad thing. At one point, inflated rubber tires were considered new technology. But the transfer of the silicon chip to the automobile has led to innovations in the way we interface with vehicles. Just today we announced the Volt will sense how far you are from home and adjust your driving; the 1-Series will have in-car Google search; even your NY Driver's License will be electronic. Fuel injection is awesome but how much car tech is too much car tech?


On the driving side there's ESP, DTS, ATC, VTEC, i-VTEC, MIVEC, OPP. For passengers, you've got MP3 compatibility, GPS, Bluetooth, XM, Sirius TravelLink, DVD players and HAL. What's good. What's bad? What can a purist accept? What must a purist eschew? Where's the line?

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Toyota Mark X

Toyota Mark X




Toyota Motor Corp. has put on the market since July 1, 2008 two models of Mark X cars with special specifications. They are the 250G "F Package Smart Edition" and the 250G Four "F Package Smart Edition."

Based on the 250G and 250G Four, the two models have the smart entry and start system, discharge headlamp, and 16-inch aluminum wheel in addition to the furnishings of the standard F Package.

They are priced at 2,656,500 yen for the model based on the 250G and 2,971,500 yen for the model based on the 250G Four.

Mark X price varies from colour and options.In colours blue ,maroon are the cheapest after that comes silver after that comes black.in options the car has got variety of options the full option one is known as the premium package .premium package has push start button,completely multi functional steering,sports suspension,original navigation which includes bluetooth and a 9.1 boss speaker surround system.(this won't include leather seats and sunroof) so this premium package in black colour and in 2500cc wil cost u about 24lakh.and in silver without that much options wil cost about 20 lakh.

it jz cums in 3000cc and well price of a simple 2500cc is 1.95 to 2.2 depending on the package the cheapest package is G F-pg thn cums G, thn G L-pg and thn the bst one is G S-pg, G S-pg is sporty version wid sporty luks, rimz and 2 suspensions one sporty and the othr plain and is xpensive thn othr packages.

and in 3000cc G premium wid tv cost in 2.15 million and the one wid leather costs in 2.25 million and the top of the line and xpensive package G premium S-pg costs in 2.4 wid tv and leather, its also sporty version with sporty luks and sports suspension and big rimz and one more package is 3000cc vertiga, itz also xpensive and costs total in 2.35 jz wid tv and wid tv leather in 2.5 or more
Toyota Mark X Specification

Toyota Motor Corp. has put on the market since July 1, 2008 two models of Mark X cars with special specifications. They are the 250G "F Package Smart Edition" and the 250G Four "F Package Smart Edition."

Based on the 250G and 250G Four, the two models have the smart entry and start system, discharge headlamp, and 16-inch aluminum wheel in addition to the furnishings of the standard F Package.

They are priced at 2,656,500 yen for the model based on the 250G and 2,971,500 yen for the model based on the 250G Four.

Make Toyota
Model Mark X 2.5 (A)
Year [ Year Introduced ] 2007 [ 2005 ]
NCAP Rating N.A contribute
Latest SRP SGD 97,000 view all prices
Reviews Rating N.A Post a Review
Average User FC Rating 10.4 km/litre
Authorised Distributors
Parallel Imported

Car Type 4 Door Saloon/Sedan
Engine Capacity 2499 cc
Engine Layout Vee
Cylinders 6
Valves 24
Max Power 215 Bhp / 6400 rpm
Max Torque 260 Nm / 3800 rpm
0-100 7.9 secs
Top Speed 220 km/h
Drive Train FR
Gears 6
Transmission Auto
Weight 1785 kg
Curb Weight 1510 kg
Power to Weight 142.38
bhp/litre 86.0 bhp/litre

Length 4730 mm
Height 1435 mm
Width 1775 mm
Wheelbase 2850 mm
Track Front 1525 mm
Track Rear 1525 mm
Turning Radius 5.2 m
Seating Capacity 5
Boot Capacity 437
Front Brakes Ventilated Discs
Rear Brakes Discs
Front Suspension Double Wishbones
Rear Suspension Multi-Link
Tyre Size 215/60R16
Bore/Stroke 83 x 77 mm
Compression Ratio 12.0
Fuel Capacity 70 litres
Fuel Type Petrol
Recommended Fuel Grade 98 RON
Fuel Consumption Urban N.A contribute
· Extra Urban N.A contribute
· Combined 7.94 litre/100km (12.6 km/litre)

Engine Code 4GR-FSE
Engine Description 2.5 V6 4cam 24V Dual VVT-i
Engine Management N.A contribute
Exhaust Emission Control N.A contribute
C02 Emission 187 g/km

Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Side Airbag
ABS
Traction Control
All Discs
Alloy Wheels
Leather Upholstery
Automatic Aircon
Power Windows
Power Wing Mirrors
Rear Headrests
Rear Split Fold
Front Foglamps
CD Changer

Toyota Mark X reviews

The Toyota Mark X shares the same rear wheel drive platform as the Lexus GS luxury sedan and was developed with the concept of creating a dynamic and stylish sedan that enhances the joy of driving. Sharp, deeply sculpted character lines and attractive surfaces, together with a three-lamp configuration for the headlights and an integrated rear bumper and diffuser, convey a sense of quality suitable for a luxury sedan. Proportions suitable for a comfortable rear wheel drive vehicle convey the driving performance at a glance. A silhouette with a low center of gravity combines with a trapezoidal form to express dynamism and energy.

The Mark-X has a 2.5 liter V6 engine that generates 212 horsepower. Transmission for the Mark X is a Sequential Shift-matic transmission that offers full automatic operation as well as a pseudo-manual mode for a more controlled drive. The automatic 6-speed gearbox offers smooth and noiseless cruising. Additional driving pleasure suitable for a new platform comes from class-leading strong driving performance, excellent maneuverability and driving stability, as well as from high levels of quietness and riding comfort.

The Mark-X features excellent and innovative lighting, including a large, advanced ceiling light that uses LEDs, as well as lights in other interior areas including foot areas and doors. The lighting patterns as well as the intensity of the illumination are automatically controlled according to the circumstances to create a new interior feel, such as when a door is open. When driving, auto headlights are switched on whenever lighting is poor

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Toyota is aiming for a more male audience with this Mark-X, in their thirties and with a family. This Mark-X has a distinct character with its dynamic and stylish curves, and it's more aimed at the middle part of the market despite the fact that the accessories list contains everything to turn it into a luxury car. you can get, for example, magnificent headlights, a stylish front grille and an extensive list of security features. This X comes with GOA (Global Outstanding Assessment), a system that makes that the bodywork is designed in such a way that it protects the passengers as good as possible in case of a collision.

when it comes to engines, you get the choice between a 4GR-FSE 2,5 L V6 direct-injection and a 4GR-FSE 3 L V6 direct-injection that develops 212bhp. That power can be delivered to the rear wheels only or to all four.

With the arrival of the Lexus IS, there is still a future for this Mark-X as it is marketed a bit below the IS, but the target audience is quite similar after all. We'll have to wait and see what will happen in the future...

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Tuesday, September 16, 2008

Koenigsegg CCX

Koenigsegg CCX specs
Top Speed: 245 mph / 394 km/h
0-60 mph: 3.5 seconds
0-100 mph: 7.7 seconds
0 - 1/4 Mile: 11 sec.
Engine: V8 806 bhp @ 6900 rpm

The Koenigsegg CCX supercar is one of Europe's premiere racing cars, but it is only available for consumption by those who have the ability to shell out the money needed for such an expensive, yet luxurious purchase. The Competition Coupe X is one of Koenigsegg's latest exotic car creations, all of which are known to be some of the best speed cars in the world. Koenigsegg sports cars are not available for mass consumption, mainly due to the large price of such automobiles. Base price is $540,000 + taxes, while fully equipped supercar costs $600,900 + taxes. The Koenigsegg CCX is a great purchase for those who can afford it, due to the fact that it is the tenth anniversary issue of the 1996 CX supercar model, which is one of Koenigsegg's best creations.

The supercharged V8 806 bhp @ 6900 rpm (redline at 7600 rpm) engines inside 1180 kg (2691 lbs) Koenigsegg CCX exotic cars are specially created for the people who design the Koenigsegg CCX though the design is highly based off of the Ford Modular engines, which provide other foreign companies with some of the best engine templates available. The engine is very compatible is various fuel types, and is able to run via gasoline and other bio-fuels, which are proving to be highly marketable, as well as the cars that can accommodate such technological advances. It is fully compliant with California emission regulations and is a street-legal motor. Koenigsegg CCX prides itself on being one of the best producers of tough, speedy cars, while also trying to adhere to environmental procedures that are growing with the high fuel prices and a stricter outlook on global warming.

The Koenigsegg CCX is the world's fastest car with a V8 engine, and has consistently won awards from various institutions all over the world, not only for its design and ability to operate at high speeds, but also for the ability of the people at Koenigsegg CCX to keep reinventing their product in a way that helps other philanthropic organizations. The Koenigsegg CCX is a great supercar to commemorate the tenth anniversary of the CX, while still being a great car independent of any others.