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Lexus RX L Black Line

For 2022, Lexus has prepared a limited edition RX L model. Only 495 units of the Lexus RX L Black Line will be produced, of which 389 units will be gas-powered and 106 hybrids.

In an effort to increase interest in this three-row SUV, Lexus has offered a limited edition. The package includes various improvements based on customer feedback. It comes in two basic colors Cloudburst Gray and Eminent White Pearl, while the grille, bumpers, mirrors and 20-inch set of tires are all made in black.

Inside, the dark theme continues. The seats are upholstered in black leather with blue contrast stitches. The stitches are continuing on the steering wheel, instrument panel, center console and transmission. There are also black floor mats and cargo mats.

This joins the seven-seater RX L Black Line to previous Black Line NX, UX, GS, IS and ES models. The 350L is priced at $ 53,055, while the 450hL will cost slightly more, $ 56,315. If you are interested in any of the models, given the limited number, you will have to hurry with the purchase.

Source: Lexus

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OPEL ASTRA – NEW GENERATION OF PHEV MODELS

From Opel comes an improved version of the eighth generation Astra and will be offered with diesel and gasoline engines with two plug-in hybrid options.

The new Astra will use the platform recently introduced on the third generation Peugeot 308. Larger in size than its predecessor, the new Astra has a 13 mm longer wheelbase. The old grille was replaced with a black plate. New LED headlights have also been installed, which can be upgraded to Vauxhall’s Intellilux items.

Inside, the cabin has been redesigned. On the dashboard, there is a large central touch screen through which most functions are performed, while some controls are kept under the touch screen and on the steering wheel. Thanks to the increase in size, the car also has a larger trunk volume, which now stands at 422 liters.

The new Astra will be offered with petrol and diesel engines, and customers will be able to count on two “plug in” hybrid options. The petrol 1.2 Turbo engine will produce 110 hp or 130 hp, while the diesel 1.2 four-cylinder engine will deliver 130 hp.

PHEV options come with a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder petrol engine that delivers 150 hp or 180 hp combined with a 110 hp electric motor. The electric motor is powered by a 12.4 kWh lithium ion battery that provides a range of 31 miles. Thanks to the 7.4 kW charger, the battery can be charged in less than two hours.

Source: Autocar

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BMW X5 and X6 Black Vermilion – Limited Edition

For the end of the year, BMW has prepared special editions of the X5 and X6 Black Vermilion models. With this limited series, BMW seeks to increase customer interest in both the European and American markets.

At the front is a grille with red vertical bars, while the body is painted in Frozen Black Metallic. Both models come with 22-inch wheels and specially designed red M Sport brake calipers, adjustable suspension and M Sport exhaust system.

Inside, the seats are upholstered in black leather with contrasting red stitching. There’s also a heated leather steering wheel, Edition logo on the cup holders, Harman Kardon audio system, front and rear floor mats finished in red.

Only the X5 Black Vermilio xDrive40i model will be offered in the US market. 350 copies of this model will be produced for U.S. market at a price of $ 82,300 plus $ 995 (destination), and production is expected to begin in late 2021.

At the beginning of August, the first copies are expected on the European market at a price of € 93,200 for the X5 and € 100,700 for the X6 models.

Source: BMW

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