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Jaguar F-Type Heritage 60 Edition

On the 60th anniversary of the E-Type sports car, Jaguar has prepared a special version of this model called the F-Type Heritage 60 Edition.

The exterior is adorned with glossy black and chrome details “inspired by heritage”, 20-inch black alloy wheels and black brake calipers.

The interior has also been changed, upholstered in Caraway and Ebony Windsor leather in two tones. There are E-Type 60th logos on the headrests. There’s also an aluminium console finisher inspired by the E-Type’s rear -view mirror casing. There are also special carpet mats, commissioning plaque and commemorative badging.

Each car of the special model will be made at Jaguar Land Rover’s Castle Bromwich plant, and the finishing is left to XV Bespoke personalization experts doing their job in Warwickshire, and coupes and convertible versions will be on offer.

The F-Type Heritage 60 Edition is based on the F-Type R model which is powered by a 5.0-liter V8 supercharged engine. This engine develops 567 hp and power is transmitted to all four wheels. The Type R accelerates from 0-60 mph in 3.5 seconds, with top speed electronically limited to 186 mph. A prominent change to the exterior is the Sherwood green color used in the original color palette of the first E-Type model. This color has not been on offer since the 1960s.

Only 60 examples will be offered for sale globally, excluding China. Speaking of price, the 2021 F-type R ranges from $ 104,350 for the coupe and $ 107,050 for the convertible.

Jaguar’s Classic operation will build six matched pairs of restored 3.8-litre E-Types. They’re based on the original prototype cars – with nameplates 77RW and 9600HP.

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Aston Martin DBX Bowmore Edition

The Aston Martin Bowmore Edition is a limited edition version of the DBX SUV, created in partnership with Bowmore Distillery. The exclusive DBX pays homage to Bowmore Scotch whiskey, and production will be limited to just 18 examples.

Inside, the DBX has undergone a series of aesthetic changes inspired by the distillery. The dashboard and center console contain details with copper foil, while the cupholders and unique sill plates made from recycled copper.

Upholstery options, Obsidian and a combination of Coper Tan and Obsidian are also available. Each car comes with an array of edition-specific accessories, including a tweed picnic basket and a leather holdall bag.

Cosmetic changes over the standard DBX include optional black brake calipers, smoked alloy wheels and new copper-coloured inlays for the SUV’s side strakes. The SUV’s bodywork is painted in a unique color named Bowmore Blue, though buyers can alternatively order Xenon Grey.

“The Aston Martin and Bowmore brands share the same vision of creating timeless beauty and a lasting legacy, loyal to their heritage but also embracing new methods and this is reflected in the DBX Bowmore edition,” said Marek Reichman, Aston Martin Executive Vice President and Chief Creative Officer.

Like the standard DBX, the Bowmore Edition is powered by a 4.0-liter V8 twin-turbo engine that develops 542 hp and 516 pound-feet of torque (700 Nm). The Bowmore Edition accelerates from 0 – 62 mph in 4.5 seconds, with a top speed of 181 mph. The engine is paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission, and power is transmitted to all four wheels.

Each car will cost £ 219,950. The first deliveries are expected at the end of next year.

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Audi Q3 45 TFSI e and Q3 Sportback 45 TFSI e

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Audi has introduced its first plug-in hybrid compact SUV in the form of the new Q3 45 TFSI e and Q3 Sportback 45 TFSI e. Electrified SUVs will be available from spring 2021.

Both models will be powered by a combination of a 1.4-liter turbocharged petrol four-cylinder with an 85kW/330Nm electric motor that combine delivers 245 hp with 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) of torque. Q3 accelerates from 0-62 mph in 7.3 seconds with a top speed of 130 mph. The Q3 has a 6-speed automatic transmission. NEDC estimates the combined fuel consumption for both models at 1.4 to 1.7 liters (138 to 168 US mpg) per 100 kilometers. With only electric drive, the compact SUV can cover 50 km.

In “Auto-Hybrid” mode, the main operating mode, the electric motor supports the four-cylinder engine in many situations, when accelerating and passing. Drivers can prioritize electric drive with the EV button. Drive control system by estimating a number of data points, such as route information from the navigation system and the data about the near surroundings from the vehicle sensors. This allows it to identify when the car is approaching a town sign, a speed limit or getting too close to the vehicle ahead.

Switching the Q3 45 TFSI e hybrids to ‘Dynamic’ mode, flicking the dual-clutch gearbox into S and flooring the accelerator enables a 10-second ‘overboost’ mode, unlocking the electric motor’s full 330Nm torque output.

Additional Battery Hold and Battery Charge modes are used to store or charge the battery, while Comfort, Auto, Dynamic and Individual modes allow the driver to adjust the response of engine and transmission.

Available active safety technologies include adaptive cruise control, lane-centering assist, lane-departure warning and autonomous emergency braking.

There will be four equipment packages on offer, including Technik, S line, Black Edition and Vorsprung. The coupe-inspired Q3 Sportback is available with all packages except the Technik.

The base prices in Germany are EUR 46,000 for Q3 45 TFSI e and EUR 47,400 for Sportback .