News, Tuning

BMW X5 tuned by Marius Designhaus

When introduced, the BMW X5 was considered the first SUV to offer dynamics like standard cars. Now the competition is much bigger, but this model still attracts the attention of both customers and tuners such as Marius Designhaus.

The base BMW X5 is powered by a B57D30S0 3.0-liter Quad Turbo staright-6 engine with 394 hp (294 kW) and 561 lb-ft (760 Nm) of torque. For those who want more, the Romanian tuner Marius Designhaus has provided an increase in engine power, but also a special Larte Design body kit.

The car is painted in Candy (Luscious Lips) red and equipped with a modified suspension that brought the vehicle closer to the ground. The Larte Design carbon fiber body kit brings an aggressive front spoiler, sills and redesigned rear bumper, bonnet, radiator grille, fender vents, sports diffuser, rear spoiler and side mirror housings. There are also titanium exhaust pipe ends.

When it comes to the engine, power has been increased from the standard 394 hp (294 kW) to 500 hp (368 kW). The car is mounted on specially made 22-inch black rims, which Marius Desinghaus designs according to the client’s wishes. There is no information on possible modifications to the interior.

Source: Marius Designhaus

News

2022 VW Lamando L for Chinese market

Although the demand for crossovers is expanding, there are markets that still value sedans. Thus, Volkswagen launched a special model on the Chinese market, intended specifically for Chinese customers. It is a 2022 VW Lamando L with five doors.

At first glance, certain similarities with the Arteon model can be noticed. The Lamando L is built on the MQB platform as is the Arteon, but somewhat smaller. The front of the car is similar to the model ID. 4 while at the rear there is a horizontal LED strip and a centrally placed Volkswagen logo.

Inside, elegant seats combine dark and light colors with red or blue details and stitching. In front of the driver is a 10-inch cluster combined with a 12-inch touchscreen infotainment system screen. Below the multimedia unit are ventilation openings and basic air conditioning controls.

The Volkswagen Lamando L is powered by a 1.4-liter TSI engine with 150 hp and 183 lb-ft (250 Nm) of torque. It reaches 62 mph in 8.5 seconds, and power is transmitted to the front wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

Sales will begin in the next few months, and the price is currently unknown.

Source: Volkswagen

EV, News

Subaru STI E-RA

STI E-RA is a new concept that Subaru presented at the Tokyo Auto Show. At first glance, you can see two openings on the hood, a large rear spoiler, openings on the wheel arches, a large front splitter, as well as an air intake that extends from the middle of the roof to the rear.

The electric racing concept will power four Yamaha engines with a total power of 1,073 hp (789 kW). It is equipped with a 60 kWh battery set, which may not be enough for this type of car. However, Subaru believes that next year at the Nurburgring the car will be able to achieve a lap time of 6 minutes and 40 seconds.

It is made of lightweight materials, painted in a combination of white and black with red details on the sides of the vehicle. The car will create great downforce, will have four-wheel drive and a “unique” torque vectoring system that maximizes grip and stability. We are sure that the expectations from this concept in Subaru are high.

At the same event, Subaru also introduced the Solterra STI. It is a more powerful version of the first electric car of this company, which was presented at the end of last year.

Source: Subaru

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