Lexus CT 200h, the luxury Save Gasoline

Division, luxury cars from Toyota, Lexus, manufactures has reportedly added the latest line-up CT hybrid 200 hours on the Japanese market.

As reported by car evolution, on Thursday (1/13/2011) Japanese automakers hope that this new model will help boost sales are slow in the domestic market.

According to Lexus is 200 hours CT actually designed for the European region will also be introduced in North America and its customers in China and other countries will follow soon.

Models of hybrid five-door hatchback is the cheapest model on offer from Lexus in Japan, with a prize of $ 42,780 or approximately $ 388 million to USD 52,180, or about Rp 473 million.

This hybrid uses a capacity of 1,800 cc petrol engine with electric motors.

The combination of these powertrain can generate 134 hp, 200 hours and let the CT acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in 10.3 seconds.

The electric motor is assisted by a gasoline engine for acceleration and power of the momentum wheels when the Lexus 200 hours CT operate in EV mode.

Lexus says that if using an official test-cycle of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism of Japan, CT 200 hours to travel a distance of 34 km with one liter of petrol.

Of course it is a number that is efficient, even almost the same as a motor fuel Matic demand in Indonesia.

CT 200 hours is also equipped with advanced features such as smart access, Start / Stop and touch sensors on the front door, proceed as standard equipment.

In America, also comes with leather steering wheel, six speaker audio system with CD player and Bluetooth, integrated satellite radio receiver (with a free trial for 90 days), USB / iPod connectivity and 17-inch rim.

Lexus own targets monthly sales of more than 1,500 units in Japan.

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Mercedes-Benz AMG SLS Powered Electricity

More than one year ago, Mercedes-Benz officially unveils plans for electric versions of the SLS to AMG supercar.

Now, the German automaker is really a prototype model cars brought in tangible form, called SLS AMG E-Cells, the Detroit Auto Show 2011.

The prototype looks striking with bright yellow paint matte dazzle.

The Mercedes engineers replace the standard engine 6300 cc V8-powered AMG 571HP SLS with four electric motors are installed near the wheel, so a model with four-wheel drive.

Who says electric cars are not an obstacle, hill to take a total of four electric motors, SLS AMG E-Cell has an output of 525 hp and 880 Nm of torque.

With the power of the SLS AMG E-cell can go from 0 to 100 km / h in just 3.7 seconds.

Mercedes claims that the Gullwing-door car with electric drive that is part of the corporate strategy, entitled "AMG Performance 2015" which seeks to continue to improve fuel economy and reducing emissions.

Remarkably, the electricity is stored in lithium-ion battery capacity of 400 volts could also be linked to the brakes.

The battery was placed in front of the firewall, and behind the seats, in order to balance the weight distribution, so the vehicle remains stable.

But the star of the manufacturer, not explain how long does it take the car home with electricity or gas station to load. Even security if these cars will be produced.

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Nissan Make Cars will be more affordable than in March

Although the price of the Nissan Micra in India is very competitive, with the possibility of prey.

But it seemed to make Nissan Motor India is not complacent diri.Sebab car manufacturers try to bring cars with cheaper prices and is positioned as an entry-level model of the Micra.

Company, based in Chennai were involved earlier in talks with Ashok Leyland commercial vehicle maker of cheap cars project development.

NMI but seems more interested in creating a cheap car with a brand they carry.

"We plan to have the car under the Micra. We have a very important question for this segment, and we learn to study them.

And is currently in concept phase, "said Mr. Kiminobu Tokuyama, Managing Director & CEO of Nissan Motor India.

Nissan or Micra, which in Indonesia is called, comes with engine capacity of 1200 cc, with a 3 cylinder.

Despite its small capacity, in March have an equivalent performance with other hatchback car which has a capacity of 1500 cc.

Currently, Nissan Micra facing competition from Maruti Alto, Tata Indica, Chevrolet Beat, Figo Ford and Hyundai i10.

"Nissan had to make a breakthrough, as the market increasingly competitive, and brought the technology is better," said Dheeraj Hinduja chief Ashok Leyland.

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Show more sporty Nissan Leaf

Nissan Leaf

Nissan has just announced the presentation of Leaf electric cars on the market and received very positive. Now the Japanese car manufacturers trying to rebuild the car looks sportier shock.

The plan of the car nicknamed Leaf Aero Style is displayed in case the Tokyo Motor Show 2011 will take place in January next year. A number of changes in leaf Nissan performed, such as adding a front bumper with a new model, the long side skirts and a rim with a new design.

Not only that, Leaf LED lamp technology mengguanakan with daytime running lights that is placed in front of the lower front bumper.

But the changes to the exterior only, while for the sector, sources of power still with the old version.

Cars powered by lithium batteries as a source of energy. Mileage for a full battery of about 100 miles.

Nissan Leaf has a maximum speed of 90 miles (140 kilometers) per hour. Nissan calls it an electric car with the thrill of driving a sports car.

Besides Leaf, the carpet Tokyo Auto Salon, Nissan car again a number of changes lainnya.Seperti Juke Sport Package, RC Nismo GT-R, Fairlady Z Version Nismo, Elgrand S-tune, Motul Autech GT-R Premium Elgrand Rider Concept , Serena Ryder, Bolero and March.

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X-Trail 2 WD launched in Australia

Nissan X-Trail

Nissan reportedly has a new version of the variant X-Trail 2 wheel drive with a more affordable price. But this is dedicated to the Australian market.

SUV mainstay of the Japanese manufacturers will be present with two variants, according to the plans and will be sold with prices starting at 27,990 Australian dollars, or about Rp256 million.

X-Trail is available from early this year and using the displacement of 2,000 cc four-cylinder that can generate power of 136 hp.

As for the choice of engines with a larger capacity 2500 cc, 167 horsepower engine with four-wheel drive (4WD).

In addition to engine options, the X-Trail also comes with two types of options. The first type of ST, a 17-inch wheels, side airbags, curtain airbags, Bluetooth phone, MP3 player, CD changer, audio control on steering wheel and cruise control use.

Then type ST-L are more luxurious with leather seats, electric seat control, heated front seats, climate control and fog lamps.

With affordable prices, so the X-Trail has become a formidable competitor to the Mitsubishi Outlander and Toyota RAV4.

Nissan's decision to a variant of the X-Tail 2 WD adding is intended as a strategy to expand the market in Australia. Previously, Nissan had success with dualists that having a 2-wheel, with a sales spike to 212 percent.

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