Hyundai launched the Hyundai Tucson PHEV cars, SUV plug-in hybrid power system launch in Europe. Which this model has a design revision and full of new technology comes with a powerful 261 horsepower powerhouse.

The Hyundai Tucson PHEV was added to the army to add one more option. After previously, there were versions with mild-hybrid and full hybrid power systems on the market. They’re the fourth generation of the Tucson family.

Hyundai Tucson PHEV has been completely redesigned both exterior and interior. The front features a new grille with built-in LED running lights, the side colour of the car has a two-tone gradient adjustment, adding more striking to the car The wheel arch has been raised to give it a dimension. Along with the chrome lines from the front A-pillar to the C-pillar, the rear cover has long LED lights from the left to the right. The bumper looks solid and stable. The rear wipers are hidden under the spoiler for refinement in the rear.

The interior of the new black console is made of soft plastic that has been raised with seamless chrome trim, adding a premium luxury. You can choose whether you want a leather or black or beige fabric upholstery. There is also a 64-colour lighting system inside the cabin to improve driving aesthetics.

Entertainment functions Hyundai Tucson PHEV supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, a 10.25-inch dual screen, Google and Apple Calendar capabilities, as well as selectable user profiles. New upgraded navigation features Real-time parking and traffic information can be viewed. Which is also a new addition.

Various assistive and safety technologies such as collision avoidance, lane assist, downhill braking, Isofix point, automatic braking and acceleration. The two rear seats and the new centre airbags, Hyundai said, prevent the two front passengers from colliding in the event of a serious side impact. Additional convenient functions can also be added, such as the smart parking assistance system, electronically controlled suspension, blind spot sensors and 360-degree cameras.

The Hyundai Tucson PHEV 2021 is powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, combined with a 13.8kWh battery and a powerful 90 horsepower electric motor, transmitted via a 6-speed automatic transmission. Up to 261 horsepower and 350 Nm of torque for 2 hours per charge through the Wallbox, fuel consumption and exhaust emissions have not yet been disclosed by Hyundai. By telling only the distance that can be achieved when running on electric power only at 49 kilometres.

At the same time, Hyundai is also focused on space in the cabin. With a battery installed under the car, which will not affect the space in the cabin It has 9% more space than the previous model. 558 litres capacity if the seats are not folded. But if the seats are folded, they will get a space of 1,737 litres.

The Hyundai Tucson PHEV is now available in the UK. Pricing for the Premium model is £ 39,330 and the Ultimate version costs £ 42,030.

Recently, a sub-model was introduced under the name of the Toyota Yaris Cross Adventure to the Yaris Cross family by adding a more aggressive look. With the car that continues to come with the Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA) that has proven excellent performance.

The new 2021 Toyota Yaris Cross Adventure features a front bumper that adds even more off-road appeal. Including the back of the car, The upper roof comes with a silver roof rail set. There are 18-inch dark grey alloy wheels.

The interior of the 2021 Yaris Cross Adventure focuses on black tones. It is decorated in high-gloss piano black with warm gold deco lines in gold on the console and door panels.

The technical part of the car has not undergone changes. Toyota Yaris Cross Adventure is equipped with a hybrid power plant, which includes 1.5-litre three-cylinder gasoline naturally aspirated 80 hp engine. with., a compact electric motor on the rear axle and a set of lithium-ion batteries.

The total output of the units is 115 horsepower. By default, the power plant transmits torque to the front axle, and the rear wheels are connected as needed.

The serial production of the new Toyota Yaris Cross Adventure will be set up at an enterprise in Valenciennes, France – on the same line with the Yaris hatchback and the Yaris Cross crossover. Orders for the car will start taking place shortly, and the first cars will hit European Toyota dealerships in September.

Alpina made a digital world premiere of Alpina B8 Gran Coupe.

Alpina was founded in 1961. It was a small company that tuned BMW, but in 1964 its ability was recognized by the BMW headquarters and became a BMW official tuner. In 1983, it was also certified as an automobile manufacturer by the German government. BMW’s manufacturer’s warranty applies to new Alpina cars.

Alpina’s latest digital world premiere on March 24th was the BMW Alpina B8 Grand Coupe. Alpina’s current lineup includes the BMW “3 Series” -based “B3”, the BMW “5 Series” -based “B5”, the BMW “7 Series” -based “B7”, and the BMW “X7” -based “XB7”. There is. The B8 Grand Coupe is based on the BMW “8 Series” 4-door coupe and the BMW “8 Series Grand Coupe”.

The interior and exterior have been given an Alpina-like effect. The exterior adds aerodynamically optimized aero parts while maintaining the elegant silhouette formed by the flowing body lines of the base vehicle’s 8 Series Gran Coupe.

Air is supplied to the intercooler through a large air intake provided on the front bumper. The rear bumper was equipped with a diffuser. The trunk has a discreet rear spoiler that is typical of Alpina. A stainless steel twin tailpipe is incorporated into the rear bumper.

For the interior, “Alpina Lavalina Interior” made of natural leather was adopted. The steering wheel “Switchtronic” paddle-shift was machined from aluminium using CNC and finished in matt black.

It will also be equipped with multifunction seats, the latest navigation and infotainment systems, and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) such as the “BMW Driving Assist Professional”. The walnut interior trim has also been introduced.

The powertrain will be tuned and installed by BMW’s 4.4-litre V8 gasoline engine. Alpina’s twin-turbo “Bi-Turbo Charging System” achieves a maximum output of 621ps and a maximum torque of 81.6kgm. The maximum torque of 81.6kgm is generated in the low-speed range of 2000rpm and is maintained up to 5000rpm.

With the powerful V8 twin-turbo, 0-100km / h acceleration runs through in 3.4 seconds. The maximum speed reaches 324km / h.

The “Alpina Sports Exhaust System” produces a unique V8 engine sound that is typical of Alpina. The Alpina Sport Exhaust System changes from a subdued sound to an emotional sporting sound with powerful bass, depending on the driving mode and accelerator opening.

Jointly developed a special tire with Pirelli. The 21-inch wheels have a traditional Alpina 20-spoke design. Comes with a lockable centre wheel cover with the Alpina emblem.

The front axle was fitted with Brembo 4-piston fixed callipers and 395mm diameter brake discs. The rear axle uses a floating calliper and a 398mm diameter brake disc.

The “Alpina Sports Suspension” aims to achieve both comfort and accurate handling during long-distance driving.

The South Korean automaker Kia has unveiled a new large sedan, which has received the “uncomplicated” name K8. Sales of new items in the domestic market are scheduled to start next month, the minimum price varies around $ 29,000.

The exterior of the K8 is framed in accordance with the brand’s new design style. Features include a bezel-less grille with crystal-shaped cells and visually integrated with the front bumper, as well as a swift profile with chrome moulding that extends to the rear lights, the LED blocks of which are connected by a horizontal line. And the K8 was also the first model with a new corporate logo.

The Kia K8 retained the front-wheel-drive platform (in front of the McPherson strut and the multi-link at the rear) of its predecessor, but became a couple of centimetres longer – from nose to tail, the sedan is now 5015 mm. The interior, embellished with wood trim, features a 12-inch digital instrument cluster and 12-inch infotainment display combined in a panoramic screen.

The list of equipment of the richest trim levels of the K8 includes a British company Meridian audio system with 14 speakers, adaptive cruise control and ambient lighting for the door and front panels.

Four engines are announced for the model – their choice will depend on the market. The initial version will be powered by the 1.6-litre T-GDI engine, which will be available in the first half of this year, its specifications have not yet been disclosed. But the rest of the versions are painted in sufficient detail. So, the four-cylinder 2.5-litre GDI develops 198 hp and 248 Nm. Notably, it is equipped with GDI and MPI dual injection technology for optimized fuel injection in all operating conditions. And the newest 3.5-litre Smartstream will be offered in two variants: the GDI version with direct petrol injection will have 300 hp and 359 Nm, and the LPI version (liquefied propane) – 240 HP and 314 Nm. Any of these engines will be offered with a proprietary 8-speed automatic transmission. In addition, an all-wheel-drive transmission will be available with the top engine, while in other cases the K8 will have a front-wheel drive.

MG Marvel R Electric 2021, the new Tri-Motor power SUV with a total peak power of 288 horsepower, made its official debut in Europe Before the official release again within 2021.

The MG Marvel R Electric is SAIC Motor’s second-generation electric vehicle after the MG ZS EV previously launched. Based on a new design approach called MG’s Evolution Design, highlighting its cutting-edge design, especially for Europeans. Full of luxury With the performance of 3 electric motors, support for a quick charging system in 30 minutes and still have an accessible selling price as always.

The new MG Marvel R Electric is equipped with a tri-motor electric motor for all four wheels. All-Wheel Drive offers a total peak power of 288 horsepower (PS) and a maximum torque of 665 Newton-meters. It also has plans to launch a dual-motor version. With rear-wheel drive.

The MG Marvel R Electric’s battery is capable of driving a range of more than 400 kilometers, according to WLTP standards, supporting AC charging, up to 11 kW and DC fast-charging up to 80% in 30 minutes. Increase efficiency while charging in cold weather as well.

MG Marvel R Electric’s key point is its V2L (Vehicle-to-load) installation, which can use the vehicle’s built-in lithium-ion battery to power other electric appliances such as electric scooters, computers. Carry Or even another electric car.

The electric SUV, measuring 4,674 mm in body length, 1,919 mm in width, 1,618 mm in height and 2,800 mm in wheelbase. MG states that it provides ample space inside the cabin. It comes with a 12.3 ” digital gauge and a large 19.4 ” touch infotainment screen with MG Pilot driving assistance system.

MG Marvel R Electric will be available in Europe starting in May.

The new BMW i4 2021, the all-new, four-door sports car with a maximum output of 530 horsepower, is officially unveiled in the world at the BMW Group Annual Conference in Munich, Germany.

The new BMW i4 2021 comes with a 4-door Gran Coupé bodywork, decorated in the front to resemble the 4 Series in combination with the iX. “With a sporty look Great driving And emits no pollution at all, giving the BMW i4 the authentic BMW look. “

BMW i4 will have a wide range of electric motor power options. The most powerful body has a power of 530 horsepower, can accelerate from 0-100 km / h in about 4 seconds, while the battery can drive a maximum distance of 590 km according to the European WLTP standard.

There is currently no picture of the interior of the BMW i4, but it is expected that it will look similar to the 4 Series of the combustion engine model. But it is clear that it will come with the latest BMW Operating System 8 infotainment system, as well as the iX, which features a 12.3-inch curved screen and a 14.9-inch touchscreen.

Further details of the new BMW i4 2021 will be announced again next week and is scheduled for release later this year.

Toyota has continued to enter the compact car market following the success of the Toyota Yaris Cross, with the latest revealing images and data of the new Toyota Aygo X prologue, which will come in an A-segment crossover. Scheduled to start real sales next year.

The Toyota Aygo X prologue is developed and designed by Toyota’s European design team ED2 And is expected to replace the current Toyota Aygo. And it is expected that this will be a prototype model of the compact car or city car of the camp in the future from now on.

The Toyota Aygo X prologue is designed as a 5-door crossover with a cool, sporty and modern design. The C-shaped LED headlights link the two sides. Hexagonal fog lamp The taillights are a LED that is connected to each other like a headlamp.

The front grille is black, large, add fiercely. The end cap is a large mirror. The black wheel arch gives the car a more beautiful dimension. The body of the car is played in red with black contrasting with sporty lines. The door handle is designed to be smooth with the car. 19-inch alloy wheels, which in the actual release model may be smaller than before.

As for the interior, although Toyota has not yet been officially released, the interior seats are expected to be taller, almost on par with the Toyota Yaris Cross, meaning better driving visibility. Including the usable space to store things, it will increase as well.

The Toyota Aygo X prologue is the car that Toyota wants to produce that everyone can touch at a price that is not too high. It is possible to use a conventional 3-cylinder gasoline engine.

Including the possibility of using Toyota’s smallest version of the hybrid powertrain will help keep the price close to the current Aygo model, the estimated selling price is £ 13,500.

French automaker Peugeot has presented a new generation of 308 hatchback. The car has increased in size, received a new exterior and interior design, many modern options and acquired two variants of rechargeable hybrid units at once, while retaining the versions with traditional internal combustion engines.

The first thing that catches your eye is the larger front grille, on which a new emblem depicting a realistic lion now flaunts (the nameplates are duplicated on the front fenders). Already “in the base” the new Peugeot 308 is equipped with fully LED optics. The GT and GT Premium trims feature Peugeot Matrix LED headlights.

The hatchback is based on the new, third-generation EMP2 platform. The dimensions of the novelty are as follows: length – 4360 mm, height – 1440 mm, wheelbase – 2675 mm. In general, we have a car in a familiar format, which now looks much more sporty and aggressive.

Like all recent Peugeot models, the third generation 308 boasts the Peugeot i-Cockpit with a compact steering wheel, eye-level digital instrument cluster and 10-inch touchscreen multimedia display.

On the market, the new Peugeot 308 will be offered with a 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine in two boost options (110 and 130 hp) and a 1.5-litre diesel engine with 130 hp. Motors are combined with a manual and automatic transmission. The hatchback will also have two rechargeable modifications.

The base platinum-hybrid Peugeot 308 Hybrid 180 e-EAT8 received a 180-horsepower power plant, consisting of an internal combustion engine with a capacity of 150 hp and a 110 hp electric motor. In the top-end version, the output of the power plant is increased to 225 hp, while the electric motor produces the same 110 hp, and the internal combustion engine – 180 hp. The battery in both cases has a capacity of 12.4 kWh, the power reserve is 60 km according to the WLTP cycle.

Skoda has announced the debut of a new compact crossover Kushaq, which will be focused primarily on the Indian market. The new 2021 Skoda Kushaq crossover was developed on the MQB-A0 IN platform specially adapted to local standards (Indian market).

The length of the novelty is 4225 mm, the width is 1760 mm, and the height is 1612 mm. The size of the wheelbase of the crossover reaches 2651 mm. The volume of the luggage compartment is 385 litres, and if you fold the rear row of seats, then the useful space will grow to 1405 litres. The maximum ground clearance of the Skoda Kushaq, most likely relevant for the version with 17-inch wheels, is 188 mm.

If we talk about the interior of the novelty, then it will not have an electronic dashboard: only an analogue “tidy” with a screen between the scales of the speedometer and tachometer. The top-end media system will be represented by a 10-inch touch screen. Other top-end options include a double steering wheel in the style of the latest Superb and Octavia models and front seats with a ventilation function. The maximum number of airbags that can be equipped with the new Skoda Kushaq crossover is six.

The powertrain lineup of the new 2021 Skoda Kushaq includes a 1.0-litre three-cylinder TSI engine that produces 115 hp. It works in tandem with a 6-speed Manual Transmission or a classic “automatic”. In addition, the 150-horsepower 1.5-liter TSI unit will also be offered with a manual transmission or a seven-speed DSG Transmission, Front-wheel drive only.

Prices for the new product have not yet been revealed.

New Dacia Spring Electric, which is said to be the most affordable EV (electric vehicle ) in Europe, has been released in France. Prices start at 12,403 euros with a generous subsidy from the French government.

Dacia is known as a relatively inexpensive mass-produced car brand, and the price of the new spring is comparable to that of the Sandero, a compact car equipped with a conventional internal combustion engine.

The French government is currently subsidizing individuals who purchase EVs under € 45,000, equivalent to 27% of the purchase cost, including taxes. In addition, if an EV is purchased in exchange for an old vehicle equipped with an internal combustion engine, an additional 2,500 euros will be subsidized.

The 4-seater Spring will start accepting reservations on March 20, and the 2-seater commercial vehicle specification will be introduced in 2022. Production takes place in China.

Initially, two grades are available. Comfort, which comes standard with an air conditioner, 3.5-inch display with Bluetooth, USB port, and fabric sheet, 7.0-inch infotainment display (with smartphone mirroring function), orange-themed interior styling pack, and metallic exterior It’s “Comfort Plus” with added paint.

Dacia Spring Electric Based on the “City K-ZE” developed by its parent company Renault in the Chinese market, the spring is designed for both passenger and freight use in urban areas. It is equipped with an electric motor with a maximum output of 45ps and a maximum torque of 12.7kg-m, and a battery with a maximum output of 26.8kWh.

The cruising range of the WLTP combined cycle is 225km, and it can be quickly charged up to 30kW from the CCS DC charger. The maximum speed is limited to 100km / h and the minimum turning radius is 4.8 meters.

The total length is 3.73 m, which is 0.35 m shorter than the latest model Sandero, but it is said that it has secured a space for four adults. The trunk capacity is 300L, and when the rear seat is folded down, it becomes 600L, and the front has storage of 23L.

Car-sharing specifications offered in some European countries are equipped with durable artificial leather seats and 14-inch wheels. On the other hand, the commercial vehicle specification will abolish the rear seat and realize a trunk capacity of 800L and a loading platform length of 1033mm.