Wednesday, 11 November 2015

Three Jaguar Land Rover Vehicles to Have US Debuts Next Week

Three Jaguar Land Rover Vehicles to Have US Debuts Next Week

Three Jaguar Land Rover Vehicles to Have US Debuts Next Week

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Jaguar Land Rover has confirmed that it will bring three U.S. debuts to the 2015 L.A. Auto Show next week.

Making its global auto show debut will be the 2017 Range Rover Evoque Convertible, fittingly in Southern California, where convertible models actually thrive year round. The 2017 Jaguar XE will make its global auto show debut in U.S. specification, while the 2017 Jaguar F-Pace will make its North American debut. In addition, Jaguar will display its expanded five-model lineup for the first time in the U.S.

SEE ALSO: 2015 Los Angeles Auto Show Coverage

Don't expect any huge surprises with the Jaguar F-Pace, since it has already debuted at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show in September. Additionally, Land Rover has already unveiled the Range Rover Evoque Convertible online.

The Jaguar XE however, launched globally in 2015 but will arrive in North America in spring 2016 as a 2017 model year. This will be the first time the U.S. Jaguar XE model has been on display and the British automaker will also show off some key new features for the 2017 model. The sedan will have a starting price of $35,895 including destination and will be available with a variety of engines including a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder diesel, a 240-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine and a powerful, 340-hp supercharged V6.

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2017 BMW X3 Spied in Production Form But Still Wearing Camouflage

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The 2017 BMW X3 has been spied testing in Germany with its production body.

Compared to previous mules and prototypes, the BMW X3 appears to have come further in development now that the German automaker is no longer using a mule for testing purposes. The latest spy photos reveal the styling changes that BMW will have for the third-generation X3, which is expected to ride on the upcoming CLAR platform that will be shared with future models including the next 3 Series. The new platform will help the X3 shed up to 220 pounds compared to the current model.

SEE ALSO: BMW X3 M in the Pipeline?

Expect a wide range of powerplants for the next-generation X3, including four- and six-cylinder engines in gasoline and diesel variants as well as hybrid models. To help enhance fuel economy, BMW will use a new ZF-sourced nine-speed automatic transmission, while a six-speed manual (North American availability not yet confirmed) will also be available as an option on the four-cylinder mills. Performance enthusiasts can look forward to a BMW X3 xDrive40i M Performance model that is rumored to be powered by the brand's 3.0-liter turbocharged six-cylinder engine.

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Revealed: 2016 Nissan Titan XD Rated to Tow 12,314 Pounds

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Tow ratings for the new 2016 Nissan Titan XD have been quietly revealed by Nissan on its media website. 

Spotted by TitanXDforums, Nissan lists the maximum tow rating for the XD at 12,314 pounds in base S trim when equipped with two-wheel drive. For now, all of the tow ratings released pertain to the diesel-powered Titan XD crew cab, the only model that will be initially available. Moving up in trim, the SV will be able to tow 12,164 lbs, while the PRO-4X off-road model can move 11,784 lbs. The SL and Platinum Reserve models are rated to pull 11,915 and 11,836 lbs, respectively. All of these tow ratings are for rear-wheel drive trucks. Opting for four-wheel drive will take about 276 lbs off the tow rating.

Nissan doesn't specify whether or not these numbers are SAE J2807 certified, though when the truck launches, the towing limits will be determined using this industry standard testing procedure. For GVWR, the release lists the Titan from 8,800 to 8,950 lbs depending on trim.

SEE ALSO: Nissan Titan XD SEMA Project Detailed

This number makes the truck best-in-class for half-ton pickups, though not by much. The 2015 Ford F-150 3.5L EcoBoost can pull 12,200 lbs on its hitch, while GM's half-ton trucks can hitch up to 12,000 lbs.

The Titan XD is powered by a 5.0-liter Cummins V8 diesel that makes 310 hp and 555 lb-ft of torque, mated to a six-speed automatic. Unlike the other automakers who are making their trucks lighter and therefore allowing for more trailer weight, Nissan has added large 14-inch vented brake rotors, beefier axles, a larger frame and strengthened suspension to its Titan XD to better accommodate heavier loads. This results in a heavy curb weight of between 6,709 lbs and 7,480 lbs.

In comparison, the new F-150 has a curb weight range of between 4,051 lbs and 5,009 lbs.

We recently has the chance to drive the new Nissan Titan XD diesel, though our review of the truck won't be released until Sunday, Nov.15. Check back for our impressions of the truck including a full video review.

[Source: TitanXDforum]

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Here are 13 Glorious Official New Photos of 2017 Ford GT for You to Drool Over

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No matter how many times we see the 2017 Ford GT, its styling always leaves us in awe.

Ford of Europe has released 13 new official photos of the American automaker's hot supercar, and here they are in all their glory for you to drool over.

Scheduled to go on sale in late 2016, the Ford GT has been one of the most anticipated cars since it was unveiled. The GT has also been spied undergoing development and testing at racetracks as it prepares to get back into the motorsports arena.

ALSO SEE: Ken Block Helps Unveil Gorgeous Red 2017 Ford GT in Dubai

Official specs haven't been revealed yet, but we do know that it will be powered by a 3.5-liter twin-turbo EcoBoost V6 and have more than 600 horsepower. The beautiful car will go for around $400,000 and production will be capped at 250 units a year.

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Range-Topping Mazda MX-5 Sport Recaro Limited Edition Model Unveiled

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Mazda has unveiled a new topline trim level for its MX-5 Miata called the Sport Recaro special edition.

Bolstered by extra equipment and sportier styling cues, the special edition model is based on the Sport Nav trim and will be limited to 600 units. This is the second limited edition MX-5 for the fourth-generation ND model; the first one was the Launch Edition.

Of course, the defining feature of this model is the heated Recaro sport seats covered in Alcantara, red contrast stitching and red piping, but the like the 2.0-liter Sport Nav model it's based on, the roadster also benefits from a few performance upgrades like a sports suspension with Bilstein dampers, a limited slip differential and a strut tower bar.

ALSO SEE: Mazda Brings Lighter MX-5 Concepts to SEMA 2015

On the outside, the Sport Recaro model gets a black aero kit with a rear spoiler, and front, side and rear skirts. Piano black door mirrors and 17-inch alloy wheels engraved with the MX-5 logo complete the look.

The special MX-5 will come in either a Soul Red Metallic or Ceramic Metallic paint color free of charge. Each of the 600 models will have an individually numbered badge on the center storage box lid. We are awaiting confirmation on North American availability and pricing.

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2016 Honda Civic Coupe and Clarity Fuel Cell Coming to L.A. Auto Show

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The world debut for the 2016 Honda Civic Coupe will happen next week at the L.A. Auto Show. 

This will be the first time we've seen the coupe version of the Civic in production form. The sedan has been getting rave reviews for really stepping up its style and driving dynamics game.

Built on the same platform as the sedan, the Civic Coupe will have a sportier silhouette and is second in a series of new Civic debuts. The performance-oriented Si model, a five-door hatchback and the hot Type R have all been confirmed for the U.S. and launches for those models will follow sometime next year.

ALSO SEE: 2016 Honda Civic Review

Honda promises the coupe will have "even sportier lines, with an intimate, high-tech interior and engaging powertrain options to continue Honda's focus on launching the sportiest and most expansive Civic lineup in brand history." The Coupe will have the same 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with 158 hp and 138 lb-ft of torque as the sedan or the optional new 1.5-liter turbo four-cylinder with 174 hp and 162 lb-ft.

The 10th-generation 2016 Honda Civic Sedan goes on sale Nov. 12 in the U.S.

Also making its U.S. debut at the 2015 L.A. Auto Show is the Honda Clarity Fuel Cell sedan. Honda has confirmed to AutoGuide.com that the hydrogen-powered car will launch in the U.S. market next year.

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