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Megane e-Vision

This is the concept version. Megane eVision electric concept that represents a revolution of classic hatchback. The concept has a completely new design based on the CMF-EV platform that was also used for the large Nissan Ariya SUV. Production of the Megane eVision will begin in 2021.

The Megane eVision shares some design features with the Ariya model, but the design is largely based on the Renault Morphoz concept. Renault boss Luca De Meo says its looks are ‘95 per cent’ of the real thing.

“This is just the beginning, because a whole new generation of electric cars rich in innovations is arriving. The car family will be based on the CMF-EV platform, and so far more than 300 patents have been registered,” De Meo said.

He added that Renault has fully exploited the potential of the electric vehicle platform to revolutionize the classic hatchback in an emotional way.

Flush-mounted door handles make the sides look particularly smooth, and they pop out when a driver or passenger approaches. A gold color gradient starts at the lower part of the A-pillars and then flows over the roof. It rides on specially sculpted 20-inch wheels. The lighting runs the full width of the rear, and they have vertical lines of LEDs inside this strip.

The Megane eVision has thinner batteries built into the structure of the CMF-EV platform. Their thickness is 11 cm and they are the thinnest on the market. Thanks to that, the concept has a sporty look and very competitive aerodynamics.

The production version of the eVision concept will be presented next year, after which sales will begin. The model will be offered with different batteries.

The Megane eVision has a 60-kilowatt-hour battery. The motor produces 215 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque for driving the front wheels. The Megane eVision accelerates from 0-62 in less than eight seconds.

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Maserati Levante V8

It started in 1963 with the legendary Mistral. Then came the Ghibli, the Bora and the Khamsin. In 2016 the Maserati Levante joined the illustrious family. The wind that bears its name blows across the Mediterranean and can change from benign calm to gale force in an instant. The Maserati Levante has a similar nature, although its powerful forces always remain under perfect control.

The Levante is pure Maserati, both in terms of its style and purity of dynamic purpose. The interior of the Levante exudes authentic Maserati character.Interior highlights include Pieno Fiore natural leather on the seats, standard on Levante Trofeo, hand-stitched leather on the dashboard side panels and other surfaces either in genuine wood or the new Matt Carbon Fibre Weave. There is an abundance of clever storage, plus the flexibility of 60/40-folding rear seats and a 580-litre luggage compartment.

The advanced active air suspension raises or lowers the vehicle according to need or preference. With six settings to choose from, the driver can select whatever height is appropriate for the road or terrain, from a high clearance for off-roading to a low setting for fast, efficient and smooth motorway driving.

At the front, the eye is drawn to the purposeful V8-specific front grille with a chromed frame. Below is a lower grille with Black Piano blades, a honeycomb-shaped lower grille and a sports bumper, while the door handles are painted in body color. Seen from the rear, this stylish SUV is every bit as captivating with its Sport bumper, a Matt Black insert, the body colour extractor and V8-specific exhaust pipes.

Nothing can match the distinctive Maserati engine note. In the Levante, a lightweight exhaust system with bypass valves ensures that it’s delivered to maximum effect. When Sport mode is active the valves open, providing the shortest, highest-energy route for the exhaust gases.

Maserati offers two types of engines:
550 HP V8 TWIN TURBO
The Levante GTS boasts an impressive 550 hp and torque that tops out at 730 Nm. The Levante accelerates from 0-60 in just 4.0 seconds with a top speed of 181 mph.
590 HP V8 TWIN TURBO
The ferocious V8 engine in the Levante Trofeo delivers an exceptional 590 hp and peak torque of 730 Nm. The Levante Trofeo accelerates from 0- 60 mph in an astounding 3.8 seconds with a top speed of 189 mph. This is searing race-bred power adapted for the road.

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Audi TT RS

Audi TT RS. In 1980, Audi introduced a model that later gained the status of a rally legend. It is a Quattro model. 40 years later, the Audi TT RS gets a special version called 40 Yerars of Quattro.

The TT RS 40 Years of Quattro was painted in Alpine white, and received special stickers inspired by those of the Audi Sport quattro S1, which triumphed at Pikes Peak in 1987. For an even greater visual effect, the stickers on the hood, roof and rear fenders are complemented by glossy black accents all over the exterior and a spoon hood with a glossy carbon look.

Available exclusively as a coupe and intended exclusively for the German market, the special model will be produced in just 40 copies, one for each year that has passed since the introduction of the legendary Ur-Quattro model.

Inside, the customers can opt for both a premium vintage atmosphere and some enhancements – king among them being the rear bench delete option, which is replaced by a carbon fiber strut cross brace that will drop the weight by 16 kg.

The car has white 20-inch wheels with contrasting red brake calipers lurking in the rear. Additional aerobits include glossy black stripes on the front apron, along with side bumper side extensions. Rounding out the changes on the outside are the subtle logos of the Four Rings on the rear wing end panels and on the quarter glass.

The Audi TT RS has a five-cylinder turbocharged engine, which develops 394 hp and 354 lb-ft of torque. The award-winning 2.0-liter TFSI engine allows acceleration from 0 – 62 mph in 3.7 seconds with a top speed of 174 mph which is increased by removing the electronic lock.

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