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2025 VW Tayron

The VW Tayron is a new and one of the largest SUVs of the German manufacturer intended for the European and American markets. The order book is open and the price starts at 45,475 euros.

The car is 4.8 meters long with a wheelbase of 2791 mm and is very similar to the Chinese-spec Tiguan L Pro. However, Volkswagen did not clearly say that it is based on this model. It’s extremely roomy, and European buyers will be able to choose between five- and seven-seat versions, and it also offers a decent 885-litre boot. It is equipped with LED Plus headlights with automatic headlight range control and dynamic cornering lights in the basic version, while those with deeper pockets will be able to choose matrix LED lights and adaptive suspension.

Inside, it can be said that most of it is taken from the Tiguan, but with some additions. These include high-quality materials with refined edges and fine contrast stitching, soft artificial leather on the instrument panel, front door panels, door inserts and center console, an infotainment system with a 12.5-inch screen, three-zone air conditioning and advanced ambient lighting. Optionally, customers can choose a chatbot, seats with a massage function and Harman Kardon sound system.

When it comes to the powertrain, customers will be able to choose between two plug-in hybrids (eHybrid), eTSI, two turbocharged gasoline engines (TSI) and two turbocharged diesel engines, with power ranging from 150 hp (110 kW) to 272 hp (200 kW). eHybrid versions are equipped with a 19.7 kWh battery with an electric range of 100 km. The battery can be charged with a power of up to 11 kW on an AC wallbox or an AC charger and with a power of up to 50 kWh on DC fast charging stations.

The eTSI version will be equipped with a 48 V battery in which, during braking, kinetic energy is recovered through a generator and stored. This battery supplies all systems, even when the gasoline engine is not in use.

All versions are equipped with a dual-clutch automatic transmission (DSG). The turbocharged gasoline engine and the most powerful turbocharged diesel engine are combined with 4MOTION all-wheel drive, while all other versions have front-wheel drive.

Source: Volkswagen

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Mercedes will not abandon the S-Class with ICE

Mercedes is definitely not giving up on the S-Class with internal combustion engines, although an all-electric version of Mercedes’ most luxurious sedan is expected to arrive soon, in 2026.

According to the statements of the Chairman of the Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz Group AG, Ola Källenius, the company has already invested a lot of money in the development of new internal combustion engines that will come in the new generation. He also announced the arrival of an all-electric version that will be built on a new platform that is also used by the EQS model.

“Given that the S-Class represents the top of our offer and the best that customers can get for their money today, we have invested more, because we are not ready to make the compromise that we would have to make if the conventional and electrically powered versions were based on the same platform, which would ultimately had a negative impact on the offer of cabin and engine space,” says Källenius.

In August, Mercedes announced that it will put EQS and S-Class under one name. The reason is lower demand for these cars. “In the future, there will be two S-Classes, one with ICE and one with electric drive,” said Mercedes director Ola Kallenius. This means that buyers will have more choice, as with the G-Class which is offered with internal combustion engines and as all-electric.

Source: Mercedes-Benz

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2025 Škoda Enyaq RS Race Concept

Škoda Enyaq RS Race is a very interesting concept from the Czech manufacturer intended for the track. It is a high-performance all-electric coupe.

The concept is equipped with an aerodynamic body kit that includes a minimalistic front fascia, vents on the hood, extended fenders, small wings on the roof to direct air to the large rear wing, aerodynamic mirrors, as well as a massive diffuser and 20-inch wheels. There is also a new steering system, high-performance carbon-ceramic brakes, as well as an adjustable sports suspension.

Electric cars are heavy, so Škoda used a biocomposite material that offers the same stiffness and weight savings as carbon fiber, polycarbonate windows and a biocomposite panel that replaces the panoramic glass roof, making the concept 316 kilograms lighter than the road model.

The interior reveals that it is still a car intended for the track. This is primarily shown by the roll cage, two Atech racing seats with six-point belts, a fire extinguisher, and a hydraulic handbrake in the style of a rally car. In front of the driver is a racing-spec steering wheel, a bio-composite dashboard, and a 13-inch infotainment system. There is also a Havas premium sound system that provides an exciting autosport experience at speeds above 30 km/h, and Škoda points out that the noise is significantly higher compared to the standard Enyaq Coupe RS.

When it comes to the powertrain, there have been no changes. The Enyaq RS Race is powered by two electric motors with 340 hp (250 kW) and 501 lb-ft (679 Nm) of torque, which is enough to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in less than 5 seconds. It is equipped with a lithium-ion 82.0 kWh battery that enables a range of 460 km.

Source: Škoda

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2025 Škoda Enyaq RS Race Concept