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2025 McLaren Artura Spider

The McLaren Artura Spider is the new powerful car in the British car manufacturer’s fleet. It brings a number of aerodynamic improvements, 690 hp, and McLaren considers this model to be the most economical car in the fleet.

Artura Spider is powered by a 3.0-liter V6 engine combined with an electric motor with a total power of 690 hp (515 kW) and 531 lb-ft (720 Nm) of torque. That’s enough power to push the 1,457 kg car from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.0 seconds, 200 km/h (124 mph) in 8.4, and 300 km/h (186 mph) in 21.6 seconds, with a top speed of 330 km/h (205 mph). It is equipped with a 7.4 kWh battery that provides a range of 33 km (21 miles).

The Spider is 62 kg heavier than the Coupe model, and the company states that the difference is in the weight of the roof, which can be folded in 11 seconds at a speed of 50 km/h. The car is equipped with improved suspension, a new exhaust system (sport exhaust system is optional), new tailpipes, and has better handling.

In addition to improving aerodynamics, McLaren has also improved the cooling of the engine and brakes, and the ducts leading to the brake system allow for better and more consistent performance of the carbon-ceramic brakes at high speeds.

Inside, the driver-oriented interior is equipped with luxurious materials, a steering wheel free of buttons and controls, a functional driver’s display that hosts controls to select Handling and Powertrain modes with a stealth mode that hides non-essential content, reducing distractions and promoting full concentration on the road ahead . Customers can choose between Clubsport seats and electrically adjustable, heated comfort seats with memory.

Source: McLaren

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2025 MG3

Chinese company MG Motor (SAIC) has revealed the new generation of the most popular Chinese car in the UK, the MG3. This is a B-segment car that will now be available to all buyers in Europe, not just British buyers as it was before.

The car has a very aggressive front end design, with large air intakes. The front lights contribute to the dynamic look of this model, and the rear part has an attractive diffuser that gives the car a sporty look. With a length of 4.11 meters, it is equal to the size of the current Škoda Fabia. Customers will be able to choose from seven different body colors. It is equipped with a carbon fiber front splitter, alloy wheels, and many other components that it shares with the MG4 and the MG Cyberster sports car. The weight of the MG3 is 1,250 kg.

Inside, a 7-inch instrument panel and a 10.25-inch central touchscreen adorn the cabin of this model. It is equipped with an upgraded iSmart infotainment system, navigation, smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, an audio system with six speakers with Bluetooth connection, four USB ports, front and rear parking sensors, MG Pilot technology, which includes a lane keeping system, a system lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, collision warning and a system that warns of traffic jams. More luxurious versions will come with heated leather-trimmed seats, keyless entry, a heated steering wheel and a 360-degree camera. The new MG3 is available in three versions: Standard, Comfort and Luxury. The MG3 is a small car, but it’s still big enough to seat four passengers and offer a generous 293 liters of luggage space.

When it comes to the powertrain, the MG3 will be powered by a 1.5-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine combined with an electric motor with a total output of 192 hp (143 kW). Power is sent to the front wheels via a 3-speed automatic transmission. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8 seconds with a top speed of 170 km/h (106 mph).

The car should cost around 20,000 euros, and it will come with a 7-year warranty or 150,000 kilometers.

Source: MG

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2024 Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid and 4S E-Hybrid

In November 2023, Porsche unveiled the new generation Panamera with four e-hybrid options, based on a more powerful electric motor. Now the offer has been expanded with two more options, the Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid and 4S E-Hybrid.

Both versions of the Panamera will be equipped with Matrix LED headlights, 19-inch wheels, black-painted calipers and air suspension, including the Porsche Active Suspension Management system. HD LED headlights and Porsche Active Ride suspension are optional.

The Panamer 4S E-Hybrid comes with additional equipment that includes 20-inch wheels, sports exhaust pipes and red-painted calipers (customers can choose green or black), and optional carbon-ceramic discs and 21-inch wheels.

When it comes to the powertrain, the 4S E-Hybrid is powered by a 2.9-liter bi-turbo V6 engine combined with an electric motor with a total power of 536 hp (400 kW) and 533 lb-ft (750 Nm) of torque. That’s enough power to push the car from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds with a top speed of 290 km/h (180 mph). This version has a range of 92 kilometers WLTP.

The Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid is powered by a 2.9-liter bi-turbo V6 engine with 470 hp (346 kW) and 479 lb-ft (650 Nm) of torque. It reaches 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.1 seconds with a top speed of 280 km/h (174 mph). Both versions are equipped with a 25.9 kWh battery that can be fully charged in 2 hours and 39 minutes via an 11 kW charger. The battery provides a range of 96 km.

When it comes to price, the 4 E-Hybrid starts at 123,400 euros in Germany, while the more powerful 4S E-Hybrid starts at 138,200 euros.

Source: Porsche

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