Daily Archives: April 6, 2013
2014 Audi A8L TDI Spotlight
2014 Audi A8 L
The 2014 Audi A8 L is due to hit showroom floors in the United States in spring 2013. At $83,395, the base MSRP may seem high to some, but this car is loaded with more options than you could possibly want or need. If its gorgeous styling does not reel you in then perhaps its strong performance and exceptional fuel economy will.
When you look at the exterior of the A8 L, you can’t help but have an epiphany; finally you realize what luxury should look like.
- LED headlights look like diamond necklaces perched beside a bold horizontal Singleframe® grille
- Aerodynamic styling
- Aggressive stance is complemented by simple and curved lines
- Sweeping hood
- Squared corners in the rear emphasize the wider stance
The interior of the A8 L literally echoes of sophistication.
- 22-way multi-contour seats, including massage capabilities and front seat ventilation
- Rear window power sun shade
- Sweeping dashboard design with wood finish
- Premium leather seating surfaces
It has been said that 2014 will be the year of the diesel engine; Audi agrees.
- 3.0-liter TDI engine offers 240 horsepower and 406 pound-feet of torque
- Zero to 60 mph in 6.4 seconds
- Fuel economy yields 24 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway
- Legendary Audi Quattro® all-wheel drive provides greater handling precision
- Eight-speed Tiptronic® transmission
Don’t expect to add on too many bells and whistles with this car; it comes pretty loaded already.
- Audi MMI® navigation system that touch responds to handwriting
- Audi Connect™ can turn vehicle into a Wi-Fi hotspot for eight electronic devices
- Optional 19-speaker Bang & Olufsen® advanced sound system available that offers 1,400 watts of power
- Rear seat entertainment system available with dual 10-inch screens
Audi never disappoints, when it comes to safety features.
- Blind spot monitoring system
- Lane-departure warning system
- Audi Pre-Sense Plus, which can monitor traffic and apply brakes if driver ignores its alerts
It is virtually impossible to not get excited over Audi’s diesel-powered flagship sedan. It gives you everything you could want in a luxury sedan, plus it boasts fantastic fuel economy. Some might say it is the perfect vehicle.
2012 BMW 1-Series M Coupe
2012 BMW 1-Series M Coupe
It is said that the 2012 BMW 1-Series M Coupe is the poster child for a perfectly balanced car; this may be an understatement. From the second the commercial launched showing it doing doughnuts in a parking lot, it was easy to tell this vehicle would create quite a buzz.
Like the rest of the M line, the 1-Series is dominated by a very muscular look.
- Honey comb structured grille
- Overly large air intakes
- Discreet spoiler lip
- Quad chrome-tipped tailpipes
- 19-inch M alloy wheels with Y-spoke design
- Available in Valencia Orange Metallic, Alpine White and Black Sapphire Metal
The cabin takes a sporty approach yet manages to still be upscale.
- Sport seats covered in Boston leather with an embossed M logo and orange contrasting stitching
- Dark Alcantara with orange stitching covers gear shift, handbrake lever, dash and door panels and instrument cluster binnacle
- Leather M multifunction steering wheel
This is a car made for the performance-minded buyer with precise handling and lightning fast acceleration.
- 3.0-liter inline-6 delivers 335 horsepower and 332 pound-feet of torque
- Zero to 60 mph in 4.7 seconds
- Six-speed manual or automatic transmission
- Four-wheel independent suspension delivers a smooth ride
Although nicely loaded, the 1-Series M Coupe does offer Premium and Convenience packages for a few more bells and whistles.
- Optional Harman Kardon® sound system with 1 year subscription to satellite radio
- Navigation system that includes BMW iDrive electronics interface
- BMW apps to keep you connected
The 1-Series M Coupe proves that just because a car looks and handles like a sports car does not mean it can’t be as safe as a family sedan.
- Park distance control
- Post collision safety system
- Brake drying
- Cornering lights
- Tire-pressure monitoring system
The past three decades of M cars have been described as the ultimate driving machines; the 1-Series M Coupe is no exception.
Image thanks to blogs.motortrend.com
2013 BMW M6 Coupe – Fully Reviewed
2013 BMW M6 Coupe
Although one of the sexiest cars on the road; the newly redesigned BMW M6 Coupe is more than just a pretty face. It offers comfort with its interior, compassion in its safety features and a whole lot of attitude, when it comes to performance.
You can’t help but swoon over the exterior of the 2013 M6. Its chiseled body and aerodynamic styling allow it to look like it is in motion, even at rest.
- Low slung front apron
- Oversized air inlets enhance aerodynamics
- Double kidney grille with an M6 emblem
- M air vents with integrated indicators
- Flared wheel houses
- M twin tailpipes
- Standard 19-inch wheels; 20-inch optional wheels
World-class craftsmanship and exceptional materials are what you get in the 2013 M6.
- Aggressively bolstered sport seats
- Carbon fiber trim strips
- M leather steering wheel
- M emblem on instrument panel
- Anthracite roofline
It’s nearly impossible to walk away without a huge smile after a test drive in the M6; this vehicle was made to perform.
- Twin turbocharged 4.4-liter V8 that puts out 560 horsepower and 500 pound-feet of torque
- Seven-speed automatic manual with shift paddles
- Start stop engine
- Zero to 60 mph in a lightning fast 4.2 seconds
The varied M6 systems are all managed competently through the iDrive electronics interface.
- Available premium Bang & Olufsen® sound system
- Navigation system
- Universal remote transmitter
- Available concierge service, roadside assistance and destination guidance
In addition to a long list of safety features, the M6 has fantastic braking abilities, taking only take 106 feet to stop from 60 mph.
- Knee airbags
- Hill-hold control
- BMW Assist emergency telematics system
- Night vision with pedestrian detection
The 2013 BMW M6 has the performance to back up its sharp styling. With a flawless transmission, comfortable front seats and aggressive acceleration, this is one that will make your heart beat a little faster.