Maybach 57 S Unveiled at Geneva

The new customer-specific vehicle from Xenatec was configured by Fredrik Burchhardt, the designer at Xenatec. The vehicle is designed according to a customer’s exact specs and was hand-built by the team at Xenatec, the company noted.

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Is Volkswagen trying to “Bulli” disgruntled fans of the brand into a rapprochement? Here, on the eve of press previews, it rather looks like it.

Few concept vehicles from the last decade were more warmly received than the 2001 Volkswagen Microbus concept, a vehicle that, for various reasons, VW decided not to place into production. This upset a vocal demographic in VW’s fan base, all but rabid for the retro-themed bus. But now, VW wants to kiss and make up.

On Tuesday, the brand will introduce the Bulli, what it calls a refinement of the 2001 Microbus concept, which derives its name from what the Germans called the original 1950 Microbus. (Semimodern models are still being produced in Brazil and some other international markets.)

That midcentury vision has morphed dramatically in the ensuing 61 years. In fact, the Bulli’s profile sooner evokes a Scion xB or Kia Soul than it does its namesake. Gone are signature features like panoramic windows, seating for up to nine, sliding doors and a woefully gutless gas engine. Instead, the Bulli has four conventionally opening doors, six seats, an iPad-based infotainment system and an electric motor.

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Koenigsegg Agera R

Koenigsegg, the Swedish “hypercar” manufacturer, is muscling its way toward Bugatti Veyron territory with its new Agera R, an even more potent version of the pre-production Agera prototype that it displayed at last year’s 2010 Geneva Auto Show.

The Agera R features a larger 5.0-liter version of Koenigsegg’s twin-turbocharged V8, rated at up to 1,115 horsepower when running on E85 ethanol and 885 pound-feet of torque.

Koenigsegg says the Agera R has a “theoretical top speed” of around 273 mph, although it is electronically limited to 233 mph. The company adds that the speed governor “can be unlocked for shorter periods of time, if all necessary conditions are met, such as road condition, tire wear, service level of car” and so on.

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Mazda MX 5

While it requires some nifty manoeuvring to get inside the MX 5, it is surprisingly comfortable once you’re settled in place.

This close to the ground the headroom appears generous and the sporty recaro seats are supportive and luxurious to the touch.

Storage is limited but clever and the retractable roof has its own cavity so the boot is able to handle that overnight bag or a couple of shopping bags with the top up or down.

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2010 Audi Q5

2010 Audi Q5

The 2010 Audi Q5 is a little SUV with a big SUV mindset. It offers power, towing capability, and luxury, for less money than most competitors.

At the heart of the 2010 Audi Q5 is a 270-horsepower, 3.2-liter V-6, which is mated to a manually shiftable six-speed automatic. Audi’s all-wheel drive system delivers the power to all four wheels for safe all-weather driving.

2011 Audi Q5

Inside this little SUV is a big interior that offers up to 57 cubic feet of cargo room. Optional sunroofs in both the front and the rear shine the light on the five lovely leather-clad seating positions – the front seats with an optional heating feature – and exquisite wood and alloy trim.

Underneath this lovely interior, Audi’s sports-oriented suspension keeps the Q5 well planted. An optional active suspension system with a ride height adjustment feature allows the driver to set the Q5 low for some fun driving, or raise it up to gain clearance for any off-road maneuvers.

2011 Audi A5 Interior

Along with the Quattro all-wheel drive system, antilock brakes and stability and traction control provide a great safety net to keep the Q5 stable and out of harm’s way.

The 2010 Audi Q5 is all Audi, and all good. Power, functionality, comfort, and safety combine in this little SUV with a big list of options and fun.

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Mercedes-Benz S-Class S -350L (Petrol)

Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Drive to your office in style in the Mercedes-Benz S-Class – India’s most preferred car manufacturer. A Mercedes-Benz car in India is an ideal family as well as personal choice any time.

A stablemate of Mercedez Benz models, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class is reportedly the world’s best selling luxury flagship sedan. As the first model in the Mercedes-Benz lineup, the S-Class has introduced many of the company’s latest innovations, including advanced safety systems, drivetrain technologies, and interior features.

The body type is sedan. The fuel type is petrol and the transmission type is automatic. Mileage-city is 6.8 kmpl.

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