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Renault and Caterham tie-up 2013

Caterham F1 Tech Officer fuels rumours of Renault and Caterham tie-up

Renault and Caterham ready to announce that the companies are working together on a road project that the Alpine brand to look back at the road. The announcement is expected to be confirmed in early November, and include both Renault and Caterham sports car released, based on a common architecture. The deal was successful from the Renault engine supply many born Caterham Formula 1 team.

Caterham racing and his interests also has a technology company, which took over the former F1 team in Hingham, Norfolk, where his activities to another site in Leafield, Oxford shire Caterham Technology Mission Statement says, "for a company rooted in its DNA sports car development, it is clear that the dynamic performance competency development at the heart of our service offering, go."

What's more, the Caterham F1 Team technical officer Mike Gascoyne is also the CEO of Caterham Technology, and "back at work Hingham, street car project and is working on a really exciting project announced soon settled." recently Tweeted Details remain scarce, with two companies refuse to respond, but we know that the proposed Alpine sports car looks very different than the A110-50 concept car (pictured), which is essentially a Renault Mégane Trophy race car was a body design inspired by the Renault DeZir concept, first show at the 2010 Paris Motor Show. (autoexpress.co.uk)

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3 Products Cadillac In China

Five years ago, Cadillac has no sales at all in China. Last year, they were able to sell up to 30,000 units in the China market, thanks to cutting import duties of cars imported by the government. The number of GM sales represented growth of over 70% from 2010. The demand for Cadillac in China is very high and rising, one solution for sales has helped create even more is to assemble its own in China.

Of information in circulation, which will begin Cadillac models built in China that XTS sedan, compact sedan ATS and CTS midsize sedan from the second quarter of this year. These models will follow the Cadillac SLS, the long wheelbase sedan that was first built in China by Shanghai General Motors.

Cadillan also will sell the Escalade and the SRX in the China market, but they only imported intact from its assembly plant in North America. As efforts in growing market share in China, Cadillac will double the number of dealers in the next two years.

GM believes that China will become the largest global market for luxury car sales in 2020. In 2011, Buick sold 645,537 cars in China, grew 17% from a year earlier. The number is 21 times more than the Cadillac sales volume. So obviously a luxury brand GM has a great opportunity to embrace a larger market share again.

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Toyota 86 And Subaru BRZ Will Coming in 2012

Lovers of sports cars, let alone affordable ready to smile. You see, sports cars created twin Toyota and Subaru collaboration started in mass production.

Fuji Heavy Industries, maker of Subaru cars already announced their assembly plant in Japan was ready to begin production of two different brands of cars, the Subaru BRZ and Toyota 86 .

Ceremonial start of production to be performed at the factory Gunma Prefecture, led Toyota President Akio Toyoda. Previously, the plant is to assemble the minicar market in the region, but is now updated and ready to give birth to the new Toyota.

Akio Toyota also showed his excitement when the partnership between Toyota and Subaru models could eventually give birth to twins, "Now I am happy to see our alliance would finally come to fruition," said Toyoda.

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Toyota Hybrid System Solution For The Future

In the middle of the depletion of fossil fuel reserves plus rising world oil prices, Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive offers a solution for the future of the world.

Perhaps there are other solutions such as alternative fuels (bio fuels), but because the source of the plant, it feared would happen scramble energy resources between man and machine. With hybrid technology, humans will still be able to meet the mobility needs while lowering the amount of fossil fuel consumption significantly.

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New Volkswagen Engine Diesel Type

Diesel Engine from Volkswagen

Volkswagen introduced two new machines that will fill the VW lineup this year. One of them is coded EA211 engine which is a 4-cylinder diesel engine equipped first-inactivity Penon cylinder. This machine will be used first in the Volkswagen Polo and go on sale this summer in Europe.

The next engine, VW introduced the EA288 engine that has been presented at the Cross Coupe concept TDI plug-in hybrid at the Geneva Motor Show last. EA288 series TDI turbodiesel engine has a capacity range between 1,600 cc to 2,000 cc.

EA288 diesel engine would seem to be the most popular and will be present as in the Volkswagen Jetta TDI. This machine is capable of producing 190 hp and 380 Nm of torque 2.0-liter engine capacity. This means an increase from the previous 140 hp and only 320 Nm of torque. It is hoped this new machine would be more efficient. Besides enabling the development of materials do not need to replace the timing belt, and faster heating process when the cold weather conditions.

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Lamborghini Aventador J 2012 Review

Lamborghini Aventador J 2012 Review

Lamborghini Aventador J, the grand event was introduced in Geneva Motor Show 2012. Coupe version of its already very exciting, this convertible version really makes amazed.

With carbon chassis, perhaps the idea of removing the roof would be unclear. Like a F1 car that is intended for the race circuit, but Aventador J pure road car adapted from coupe version. Not only took off the roof, Lamborghini also get rid of some of the features entertainment and other accessories. The goal is certainly to cut the weight to be much more flexible.

6.5-liter V12 engine is maintained, powered 700 hp, the transmission of ISR, pushrod suspension, and all-wheel-drive is the same as the LP 700-4 coupe. There is no pleasure to be removed from the Aventador J.

There is no windscreen, the exterior and the interior seemed to melt into one. But the driver's face and head are not protected while driving 240 km / h, therefore helmets became mandatory equipment while driving. Large air intakes in front and a small cone in the back, side view looks like a F1 car by Lamborghini.

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VW Scirroco 2012 Review

VW Scirroco 2012 Review.

Volkswagen is one of the pioneers of small engines full power. Innovations supercharger, turbocharger, direct fuel injection and variable valve makes a great little machine and exciting. One of the most popular unit is the 1.4 TSI. In addition, the engine capacity of 1400 cc did not reach the engine has a lower tax bracket.

In addition it is also related to the price of the principal machine itself, which certainly cheaper than a class on it. Overall the combination of the above parameters is able to significantly suppress the price of the car.

So we also assume that the VW Scirroco will use the machine on. There is a choice of 160 hp power that should be entertaining enough for the car class. Moreover, this machine can bestow 249 Nm of torque.

Combined with 7-speed DSG transmission, you'll own the road! Another strength is in an attractive exterior design. Anyone would look at him stunned. Sharp strokes in front of the blends perfectly with the lights and grille narrowed. Both doors are very tight and dynamic aura thicken. We are sure, many who fell in love at first sight to the Scirocco.

VW Scirroco 2012 SPECIFICATION
Engine: 1390 cc 4 cylinder twincharger
Maximum power: 160 hp / 5,800 rpm
Maximum torque: 240 rpm Nm/1.750-4.500
Transmission: 7-spd DSG / fwd
0-100 km / h: N / A
Fuel consumption (highway / city): N / A
P x L x H: 4256 x 1810 x 1404 mm
Wheelbase: 2578 mm
Price: N / A

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New KIA Ray EV 2012 Electric Car Review

Electric car manufacturer does not belong to America, Europe, and Japan, but also South Korea . Yes, the car manufacturer, KIA, has just introduce an electric car created by them, Ray EV. This is The first electric car from South Korea.

KIA Ray is not the same as EV Kia Ray Concept which was show at the event Chicago Auto Show 2011 . But this little car has a sister relationship with a Kia Ray has 1000 cc engine and is only available to the market

South Korean. Just like the regular version, it still has Ray EV look cute and tiny dimensions. What is different is the presence of writing 'Zero Emission EV' in both the front door and also alloy rims measuring 14 inches which is claimed to increase the level of car aerodynamics.

For interior, the Kia presents a unique instrument panel featuring how electric motors work, how many batteries are available, and estimates mileage based on the number of batteries available on the trip. In addition, there is a 7-inch LCD screen that displays information important for the driver, the location of the nearest battery recharging stations.

car which uses lithium batteries ion polymer is powered by an electric motor with 50 kW. Amazingly, Kia

Ray EV is capable of running up to 139 km with rapid battery charging for 25 minutes! Not only that this car also has a maximum speed 130 km / h and takes 15.9 seconds to reach 100 km / hour.

Kia pinning interesting features into this electric car, the VESS (Virtual Engine Sound System). This system will automatically issue a sound machine conventional cars that have been recorded previously when we drive by speeds below 20 km / hour. Of course this is very useful for pedestrians first visually impaired.

KIA Ray EV was produced as many as 2,500 units in the South and for a while just offered to local authorities.

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New Honda EV STER 2012 Review

Adapted to the format as a concept car, the EV-ster comes with a futuristic look and beautiful. Rows of LED lights on the front and surrounded by a xenon lamp makes this car look sophisticated. While the blue-colored grille member exhibition visitors know that this is an environmentally friendly cars. The back also looks neat with LED brake lights are surrounded by blue lights.

EV-ster interior also looks very futuristic. Wheel design looks similar to the AC-X Concept Honda is also present at the inaugural exhibition. Parties Honda said its instrument of accession is not only useful panel displays information about the vehicle, but capable of displaying navigation, play music, also to surf to the virtual world. Not only that, the Honda also designed the instrument panel in such a way as to make the driver can continue to concentrate and feel comfortable.

As a source of power pusher, EV-ster rely on electric motors with power up to 78 dk. And to rely on the batteries lithium-ion model. If the condition of the battery is full, then you can drive as far as 160 km with a maximum speed of 160 km / hour. Parties Honda claims that this car is capable of reaching speeds of 100 km / h in just 5 seconds! Recharging time takes less than 3 hours if you use electricity 200 V and less than 6 hours when you use electricity 100 V.

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Ferrari 599 GTB HGTE 60F1 Special Edition

Goodbye, maybe that's the main purpose to present a special edition Ferrari Ferrari 599 GTB HGTE 60F1. After announcing terkencang version, namely Evolution Ferrari 599XX, Ferrari 599 GTB introduces special edition to mark the end of the standard production of one of their best products.

This car is built well to celebrate 60 years since Froilan Gonzalez gave the Ferrari 375 F1 victories for the first time in the arena Scuderia Formula World Championship at Silverstone. Therefore, the combination of the colors used are inspired 375 F1 made by Froilan Gonzales in 1951 and 1500 Ferrari's Fernando Alonso in 2011. Base is derived from the fast version HGTE and assembled by hand (handmade).

The interior is also affected both the legendary automobile. Model for the European market will get a seat Sabelt production, while for the U.S. market will use the Recaro seats. Both use Superfabricseperti material used in Formula 1 car. Four-point seat belts colored red and blue stripes already meet FIA specifications for the F1 championship 2010-2011. On the dashboard there are bunches of second-hand racer, Froilan Gonzalez and Fernando Alonso.

Changes in the special edition 599 GTB HGTE 60F1 lies only in the exterior and the interior only. Means the machine does not have change and continue to rely konvigurasi capacity of 6.0 liter V12. power output of 612 hp with acceleration figure of 0-100 km / h in 3.7 seconds.

src: autobildindonesia

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New Dodge Dart 2012 Review

If you hear the name of the Dodge Dart, maybe that comes to your mind is a four-door sedan that had adorned the streets of Jakarta sometime in the 1960s. And now his American manufacturer intended to evoke the name. At least that's what the manufacturer has just announced recently in conjunction with the release of several teaser images latest Dodge Dart.

And this latest car will return as a compact sedan like the model 1963 to 1966. As previously reported, this compact sedan made based on the Alfa Romeo Giulietta. It's just based on this teaser image Dart will come in sedan format. In contrast to the manifold Giulietta hatchback.

Like other Dodge models, Dart will appear with a sporty design and has an aggressive look. Distinctive Alfa Romeo grille was replaced with a Dodge grille typical of so-called split-crosshair. The main lights also have a different design with Giulietta.

To the rear, designers plucks Dodge Charger Dodge exterior design elements of the latest generation, which is a row of LED lights that extends all over the back of the vehicle and also chrome-plated twin exhaust.

Dodge Party said that 68% of Dart's body structure is made of very strong steel. Thus yields a more robust and more rigid than the hatchback is the mainstay of Alfa Romeo.

In his press release, the manufacturer also announced several engine options to choose from customers later. The first is MultiAir engine capacity of 1400 cc which is equipped with a Turbo, 2,000 cc engine capacity Tigershark, Tigershark and also engine capacity of 2400 cc.

The new Dodge Dart will be debuting at the Detroit Motor Show 2012. But Dodge has not announced when the car will be thrown into the market.

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New Nissan Leaf 2012 won Car of the Year

Nissan Leaf is an electric car, was chosen as Car of the Year not only in Japan but also in Europe and the world. Leaf also won the RJC Car of the Year 2012, presented by an association of Japanese automotive journalists and researchers.

This is the first time an electric car to receive the award as the best car. The values given Leaf primarily as an environmentally friendly electric cars without exhaust emissions, making it the attention of consumers around the world. That's what became one of the highest ratings given point the judges in the selection of the best car.

In his announcement at the Tokyo Motor Show, Nissan's President and CEO Carlos Ghosn said: "We've sold 20,000 units of Nissan Leaf, and deliver our promise of a car without the emission of high quality on a global scale. Of all these award shows that the zero-emission cars obviously can be an alternative choice than a conventional car. "

source autobildindonesia

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New Nissan Pivo 3 Concept 2012 Review

Until now it has not discovered what the right fuel for future vehicles an ideal replacement for petroleum. The electric car is still one solution to consider. No longer dependent on fossil fuels.

And after the Nissan Leaf, Nissan introduced the latest concept car Pivo 3 on the event titled Tokyo Motor Show 2011 this time.

Yes, the Nissan Pivo 3 is a development from previous concept cars, Pivo and Pivo 2. Compared with the two previous concept cars, this 3 Pivo appear more mature and more humane.

Front view of a futuristic little car has a small headlight, nodes and emit colored light blue. While the back looks very compact, showing a strong identity.

In the cabin, the car that can carry three people offers something unique. That is the position of the driver that is for better visibility. To support the performance of the driver, the mnyematkan Nissan Nissan's Around View Monitor system to help the driver monitor the circumstances surrounding the well to minimize blind spots.

Interior Pivo 3 is also looks simple. This is evident from the absence of the operation buttons typical of a sophisticated car. All these functions are integrated on a screen behind the wheel. This large screen displays maps and other information. There are also sub-monitor featuring a smaller sized vehicle in an attractive indicator. Overall, the interior of this car looks very slick with leather and quality materials.

Like any other concept car, Pivo 3 also has unique features. The first is the Robotic Agent. This feature serves to assist the driver in the journey and are able to interact with the driver.

In addition, this car also has a very small turning radius. Just imagine the road that only has a width of about 4 meters, Pivo 3 is able to rotate smoothly. This is all thanks to a very compact dimensions.

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Mercedes-Benz SLK 55 AMG feat Ducati Streetfighter 848

New Mercedes-Benz SLK 55 AMG feat Ducati Streetfighter 848 2012 Review

Interior

In order to celebrate a year of cooperation between Mercedes-Benz AMG and Ducati, they display a pair of Mercedes-Benz SLK 55 AMG and Ducati Streetfighter 848 in the same color at the Bologna Motor Show 2011.

Inspired by Ducati Streetfighter 848, SLK streetfighter wearing yellow colors combined with black alloy rims berkelir. Inside, its bucket seats wrapped in black nappa leather with contrasting yellow stitching. On both sides there is a door sill plates with illumination and interior panels made of carbon fiber.

Capacity of 5500 cc V8 engine capable of producing 416 hp and 540 Nm of torque. These figures provide a convertible car acceleration 0-100 km / h in 4.6 seconds. While its maximum speed is electronically limited at 250 km / hour. Behind these strengths, the car was still able to achieve 11.9 km / liter for the route combination with CO2 emissions 195 g / km.

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New Daihatsu Pico Electric 2012 Review

At the Frankfurt Motor Show 2011 yesterday, we witnessed several car manufacturers to introduce the concept of personal cars that can only load one or two people. Well, it also occurs at the Tokyo Motor Show 2011 which opened just this. Daihatsu Motor as the host introduced the Pico which is also the personal car of the future.

Although renowned as a specialist manufacturer of small cars, but this is the first time Toyota introduces a personal vehicle. Through Pico Osaka-based manufacturer is trying to answer the solution of problems of big cities, like the limited parking and is also increasingly congested traffic flow.

With a very compact dimensions, the Daihatsu says that Pico is a combination of a small car with a motorcycle. Pico appear very futuristic with the headlights and rear lights that use LEDs.

Even the Toyota logo is also featured with LED. What is unique is the presence of lines around the car body. The lines can change color and give warning to pedestrians or vehicles in the vicinity when we drive.

What's interesting about this car is a menagdopsi opening scissor doors like a Lamborghini. Inside the cabin, we will be presented with a simple interior and roomy for two people.

With the dominance of white we will see the instrument panel that brings the digital indicator. Screen located on the right driver, the function displays a map, the battery indicator, entertainment features, and more so.

For performance, the Daihatsu rely electric power to drive this car. The car is made specifically for the route in the city is able to walk as far as 50 km with a maximum speed of 50 km / hour. And it took about 2 hours to charge the battery fully.

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New Honda NBOX 2012 Review

New Honda NBOX 2012 Review

Honda N BOX is a compact MPV with a capacity of 4 persons and sliding doors to the rear passengers. Located on prominent display aggressive front bumper, headlights and the re didesin tambahantrik chrome.

Cabin not too wide, but the rear passenger leg room is quite roomy. sporty steering wheel, the button start / stop and the navigation system option is also available in this car.

Relying N BOX 660 cc engine capacity in two different power outputs. variants of the non-turbo and turbo. Unfortunately Honda still has not provided details of his strength.

Transmission Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) with front-wheel drive as standard. but variants drive all-wheel drive available as an option choice.

Honda N BOX itself to be released on December 16, 2011.

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New Mitsubishi PX-MiEV Concept II 2012 Review

New Mitsubishi PX-MiEV Concept II 2012 Review

This is an updated version of the PX-MiEV concept. This crossover has the engine plug-in hybrid powertrain with a capacity of 2,000 cc and two electric motor-powered 60 kW (80 hp). Each motor works on any axle both front and rear.

At low speeds, the car was working in the mode electric vehicle (EV) up to speeds of 50 km / hour. When the battery is nearly depleted, the car is entering a serial hybrid mode where the machine only works for charging only.

At high speeds, on the freeway, the PX-MiEV II will enter a parallel hybrid mode where the engine and electric motor work together, producing a driving force of this car.

Because of technology, Mitsubishi estimates that the car was able to obtain a combination of fuel consumption by up to 60 km / liter. While the mileage reaches 800 km, of course, with fuel tank filled.

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New Honda AC-X Hybrid 2012 Review

New Honda AC-X Concept Hybrid 2012 Review

Honda Manufacturing rely on the AC-X Concept which use plug-in hybrid technology.

AC-X (Advanced Cruiser experience), comes with a very futuristic design. Look at the front which has a large main light and long. Not to mention the presence of shades of blue lights around the headlights and fog lights with LED also adds advanced on the four-door sedan.

Similar to the front, the rear also has a futuristic design with brake lights that extends along the vehicle body. What is unique is the presence of blue light in the vehicle body side and extends from the front door until it touches the trunk. With the presence of these lights, as if the Honda would like to confirm that the AC-X is environmentally friendly cars.

For engines, the Honda 4-cylinder engine buried 1600 cc capacity accompanied by an electric motor. Honda announced that the parties rely solely on EV mode (electric vehicle), AC-X is able to walk as far as 50 km. And another great mode for maximum speed reaches 100 km / hour.

Interesting features are present in this sedan is Automatic Drive Mode Support which gives a different sensation when driving. Moreover, the steering wheel of this car looks very unique with a shape resembling a joystick to play games.

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New Toyota Aqua 2012 Review

New Toyota Aqua 2012 (Prius C) Review

After releasing the Prius V in the form of mini-MPV at Tokyo Motor Show 2011 exhibition, this time the largest manufacturer in Japan has introduced Aqua. Aqua is a manifestation of Toyota Prius in hatchback form. And this time it seems Toyota is trying to target the segment of young children.

And so the teens are interested in having this car, of Aqua should have a cool exterior design with compact dimensions. Aqua front view looks attractive with an elegant design of the main light. Rear view also looks interesting with the dominance of white lights. While the rear spoiler also shows that this car can look sporty.

With the long dimension of 3995 mm, width 1695 mm, and height 1445 mm, making Aqua has a slightly larger body than the latest generation Yaris.

Although there is still a relationship with the Prius, but Aqua has a different interior design with these hybrid sedan. There are only a few parts are picked from the Prius, such as the unique wheel design, digital instrument panel, as well as LCD screens that are in the middle of the cockpit.

New stuff in the cabin Aqua is the size of the board under a smaller LCD screen. No buttons seem more numerous and complicated operation. Looks like Toyota is doing simplification to make it look more simple and uncomplicated. Transmission lever also now comes with a larger size and placed in the bottom of the center console.

Cars that can accommodate five people has a 4-cylinder gasoline engine capacity of 1500 cc, capable of producing 74 horsepower at 4800 rpm. While the torque reaching 111 Nm at 4800 rpm. This machine is accompanied by a powerful electric motor 61 dk. And if the engine and electric motor work together, it will produce 100 horsepower.

What about fuel consumption? Aqua Party Toyota Toyota claims to have a fuel consumption figure of 40 km / liter. Very efficient is not it?

Aqua Toyota is scheduled to be released in Japan in late December. And next year will be released to other countries under the name Prius C.

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All New Daihatsu Xenia 2012 Review

This All New Daihatsu Xenia 1.3 R 5-speed manual transmission. Is the highest variant that features a complete line-up of the All New Xenia. The model is also offered with a high 4-speed automatic transmission.

Machine used was the same: 4 cylinder 16 valve VVT-i 1298 cc K3-VE-coded. Output power and torque peak is still the same, namely 92 dk at 6,000 rpm and 122 Nm at 4,400 rpm.

So the engine response was not different from its predecessor. It's just the engine noise entering the cabin was reduced at the All New Xenia. It seems that noise control, dash silencer, and roof mounted silencer works well.

stamping on the clutch feels lighter than previous models. Would slightly reduce the burden of the left foot while wading the jammed streets. Shift the gear lever has not changed.

Substantial development in this section is precisely the application of Electronic Power Steering (EPS). EPS technology is no longer wearing pumps and hydraulic oil. But the use of electric motors attached to the steering gear or steering column to adjust the rotation torque of the steering wheel.

Application of EPS makes the latest round of Xenia steering feels lighter when driven than its predecessor. This condition is very fun while doing maneuvers in the workshop space is limited.

Unfortunately the secret workshop floor is very smooth and clean, so we can not feel the change in the suspension of the All New Xenia. Daihatsu gave the front stabilizer of this type, lower spring rate, and fine tuning the suspension geometry to provide better damping and stability.

Cabin FRESH AND FLEXIBLE

Cabin feel different, feel more spacious and fresh. This is the 'work' some elements, like the color combination of dark gray and gray, a little more extensive side glass, and upholstery fabric berkelir beige.

Same instrument configuration, only the background color in the figure be made into red. In the right corner of the screen there is a digital information that conveys data tripmeter, fuel volume, temperature, and clock.

R equipped with a special type of double-DIN head unit with 7-inch screen. From appearances, this signal processing can play MP3-formatted files, CDs, DVDs and can also be used to capture television broadcasts.

Daihatsu also developed a second-row passenger seat and a third. The second row seat now sliding manifold are operated only by pulling one lever only. Each seat in the second row can be moved back and forth as far as 60 mm.

For third-row seat now separate seat model with a ratio of 50:50. Each of these can be folded simply by pulling a lever. Seat has also been provided with a head rest and a pair of safety belt.

the distance between the back of the rear seat with trunk door now expanding 40 mm. This addition, according to Daihatsu claims, expanding the volume of luggage. Now the new Xenia luggage capable of carrying 4 pieces of gallons of mineral water before only 3 pieces.

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