Upgraded design 2012 Saab 9-3 Sedan new specs and photos

At the upcoming Paris Motor Show will be the world premiere of the updated sedan, Saab 9-3, reports the publication AutoWeek.

The car was upgraded design of the exterior, including a slightly modified headlamps and taillights, a different front and rear bumpers, as well as a new line of rims. In addition, has been improved aerodynamics of the car, in line adds two new exterior colors. The saloon is expected to change the materials and finishes on the dashboard indicator appears, prompting the driver to the optimum in terms of cost time to switch gears.

The main change in the line of engines - the upgraded 1.9-liter unit, which is now available in three capacities - 130, 160 and 180 horsepower. In the first two cases of motor output increased by 10 horsepower, and in the latter - to 20 horsepower. In this case, specify how the "Saab", these units were 12 percent more economical, and the level of CO2 emissions the most powerful option now is 119 grams per kilometer. The company promises that such changes will not affect the dynamic characteristics of the car.

Wheel Drive version of the Saab 9-3 can now be ordered and with 163-horsepower two-liter gasoline engine that can run on bioethanol E85. Previously, vehicles with all wheel drive were available only to the 200 - and 210 horsepower engine, and the line bioetanolnyh aggregates consisted of only 175 - and 200-strong options.

At the moment this is the second update models 9-3. The new generation car debuted in 2012, while he again will show the version with the body "hatchback. However, the market it will last, after the sedan, wagon and convertible. According to some of the names of the next generation of machines will disappear hyphen - a model will be called Saab 93.

New Concept teaser Nissan Townpod attractive design

Nissan has also decided to report their "candy", which will be presented at the Paris Motor Show, this week became aware of the concept Townpod.

Nissan Townpod - a car with zero emissions, it is still all that the company reported about the new product, but additionally released a teaser, which seems to be shown the right headlight concept.

"At Nissan Motor presented the concept Townpod, which will be the prototype of the direction in the future, intends to develop the company. Nissan Townpod combines attractive design with a spacious and practical interior "- said in a release.

"This new generation of cars with zero emissions, is more than a car, this new technology, which, undoubtedly, will promote popularization of such vehicles.

By concept Nissan Townpod in Paris assign the fully electrified Leaf, supplies of which should begin next year, just seems the new Micra and the completion of several new products will be an updated version of Nissan X-Trail, has received body design and large wheels.

BMW 530d in the performance of AC Schnitzer photos

Specialists tuning-studio AC Schnitzer showed pictures and gave details about his latest project on the BMW 530d.

Naturally tuner gave BMW 530d additional thresholds, spoiler, chrome grille, diffuser, and other accessories, which significantly affect the aerodynamics of the model. BMW 530d AC Schnitzer set at 19 or 20-inch alloy wheels Type IV, Type VIII or Forged Alloy Type V.

Inside, BMW 530d AC Schnitzer carbon fiber elements appeared, aluminum inserts, the system i-Drive System Controller and leather trim.

BMW 530d engine is now capable of 286 hp instead of serial 245 "horses", the exhaust system is complemented sport exhausts, brakes have become much better, and tougher suspension.

In addition to the BMW 530d, studio AC Schnitzer is now working on tuning for the 520d, 525d and 535d, which are part of the standard developing 184, 204, 300 hp respectively.