2007 Peugeot 207 CC - Paris preview with the 207 e - pure Concept

Take out the 70's inspired white coloured leather interior and the "Kermit the frog" floor mats of the 207 e - pure concept and here you have it: the 2007 Peugeot 207 CC. Pug's second generation compact Coupe-Cabrio is of course based on the new 207 and like its predecessor, the 206 CC, it features a two-piece electric folding roof. The actual production model will most probably make its premiere at the 2007 Geneva Motor Show in March, with sales commencing in Europe latter in the year.

Fuel-Cell Tech: As Peugeot decided not to make any design differentiations -apart from the weird coloured interior, the French are justifying the 207 e - pure's concept nature by equipping it with an experimental fuel-cell powertrain. According to Peugeot, the 207 e - pure uses a newly designed GENEPAC fuel cell. The principle of this new cell, featuring a technology Peugeot calls PEMFC (Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell) is based on the use of thin, stamped stainless-steel plates which reduce the cost and volume of the cell compared to traditional plates.

Five cylinders containing 3 kg of hydrogen compressed to 700 bar provides the electric motor and the "lithium-Ion" battery with as much extra power and range as possible. They are located at the bottom of the vehicle's boot, which frees up the two rear seats, does not affect the operation of the retractable roof mechanism and leaves part of the boot available for use in the coupe position.

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Paris Show : 2007 Mercedes CL 63 AMG 525 Hp & 0-62mph in 4,6 sec

Mercedes came out today with the official release of the 2007 CL 63 AMG. Under the bonnet is an AMG engineered 6.3-litre V8 engine that delivers a maximum output of 386 kW/ 525 hp and 630 Nm of peak torque. The CL 63 AMG is propelled from 0-100 in just 4.6 seconds, with top speed electronically limited to 250 km/h. Not bad at all for a vehicle of this size and weight but, on the other hand, doesn't that defy the whole concept of a sport vehicle even if luxury is added to the equation? Of course, I doubt it if that will stop any of those wealthy folks from buying clearly as a status symbol.

Luckily, in addition to the AMG bodystyling and the AMG sports suspension based on Active Body Control, the AMG high-performance braking system is also fitted as standard as is the PRE-SAFE, the anticipatory occupant protection system. The later and may be supplemented by the addition of both the innovative new PRE-SAFE Brake and DISTRONIC PLUS as an option. Well, we wouldn't want to scare any of those folks I mentioned before with all that power and mass would we now...

Paris Show : European Premiere for the 2007 Subaru Legacy

Subaru will make the European Premiere of its 2007 Legacy model at Paris. Highlights include the retuned suspension, small exterior and interior changes, and a new engine response system called Si Drive (for the 3.0 litre models) that allows the driver to select three completely different engine-response programmes allowing to choose between economy, normal or sporty characteristics. The modes are selected by a round dial on the centre console or via buttons on the steering wheel.

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Paris Show : Kia pro cee'd Concept previews next years 3d sport hatch

Surprise, surprise... Kia revealed the first images of its latest concept car that is scheduled to debut at the Paris Motor Show later this month. Named pro cee'd, it's based on the new C-Segment (VW Golf, Opel Astra, Ford Focus, Peugeot 307 etc) Cee'd and it previews next year's 3d version.

"Following on from the original cee'd concept car we exhibited at the Geneva Show earlier this year, our design brief for pro cee'd was to create a teaser for the all-new Kia cee'd sporty hatch which will become the third model in the cee'd line-up (after the five-door and wagon) from December 2007," explained Gregory Guillaume, Chief Designer Kia, European Design Centre.

Have to admit that the Koreans did quite a good job on designing the pro cee'd and especially its rear end which has a hint of Audi in it -ok, it shouts out loud Inglosandt... Although we wont' ever see the chunky 265/30 R19 low profile tyres or the dramatic 4seat interior, lets hope that this time, Kia will remain much closer to the concept than it did with the 5door Cee'd when the 3door version goes in production next year.

Read about the new 3door, GTi (2.0 Turbo), Station Wagon and cabrio versions of the Kia Cee’d here : Inside info on upcoming versions

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Paris Show: Suzuki Splash concept picture

The first picture of Suzuki's Splash concept has found its way into the net. According to Suzuki, the car you see in the picture will base a production model in the near future mixing up SUV, MPV and mini hatchback features. Doesn't look bad, but then again, it's a concept and as you know, concepts usually have little in common with production versions...

Splash specifications

• Dimensions: 3,780mm (Length) x 1,780mm (Width) x 1,650mm (Height)
• Wheelbase: 2,360mm
• Engine: All new 1.2 litre, 16valve, 4cylinder petrol
• Transmission: Four-speed automatic
• Seating capacity: Five persons

UPDATE: NEW PICS FROM SUZUKI FLASH SITE

Paris Show Cars Videos : 2007 Citroen C4 Picasso

The "extra-terrestrial" C-Metisse might gather most of the flashes in Citroen's Paris stand, but when the show's lights close, this is the one that'll get all the attention. And why shouldn't it? The C4 Picasso has its own signature styling that sets it apart from most of the other euro MPV's like the boxy VW Touran and Ford C-MAX, without compromising on interior space. Apart from the 7seat edition shown in the video, the C4 Picasso will also be available in a 5seat version with different rear end styling (see more here: C4 Picasso 5S Scoop)

Paris Show : 2007 Volkswagen Touareg facelift

Paris Show : 2007 Volkswagen Touareg facelift

Friday, September 22, 2006 | Categories | VW, VW Touareg |

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Featuring the company's new "face" -as previewed with the latest Eos, Passat, Polo & Touran MY'07 models, VW revealed its "light" facelifted Touareg SUV, a week before the Paris Show opens its gates. The 2007 Touraeg also gets revised rear styling, updated interior and seats, a Dynaudio sound system as an option as well as revised ESP and ABS systems. According to the company, the new Touareg will go on sale in Europe at the end of January 2007.

Press Release: At the front, the new Touareg features a new grille, bonnet, front wings and bumper, plus new headlights and mirrors. The rear lights, spoiler, bumper and exhaust pipes have also been modified to freshen the 4x4's appearance.

The new Touareg will feature new and revised technology, including ABSPlus and additional ESP (Electronic Stabilisation Programme) features. ABSPlus has been developed and patented by Volkswagen and is a world first. The system shortens the braking distance by up to 20% on loose driving surfaces. New features have been added to the ESP, these include Active Rollover Protection (ARP), rain brake support, fading brake support and understeer control logic, which improves the turning behaviour in the event of understeer.

Paris International Motor Show - Complete List With Picture & Press Release Links

Dear readers, Carscoop we will be on a brief hiatus from Wed October 27th to Sunday October 1st as I will be visiting The Paris Motor Show. We'll be talking to all the officials and upon our return on Monday October 1 we will bring you all the official and "unofficial" news from the motor show along with some great photos.

Till then, direct yourselves to the "click-worthy" links below where you will find all the official debuts of the Paris show that have been previewed on Carscoop. Also take a look on the side-bar where you will find video links of the Show cars.

PARIS INTERNATIONAL MOTOR SHOW DEBUTS - CLICK ON THE LINKS

ALFA ROMEO 8c COMPETIZIONE

AUDI Q7 V12 TDI

AUDI S3 2.0TFSI

BENTLEY ARNAGE

BMW 3 SERIES MY'07

BMW 3 SERIES COUPE

BMW X3 FACELIFT

BMW X5 II

BRABUS CLS ROCKET

CHEVROLET WTCC ULTRA

CHRYSLER SEBRING -UK DEBUT

CITROEN C4 PICASSO

CITROEN C4 WRC

CITROEN C-METISSE

DAIHATSU D-COMPACT X-OVER

DODGE AVENGER

FIAT PANDA 100HP

FIAT PANDA - PANDA

FORD MONDEO WAGON CONCEPT & SEDAN PRODUCTION VERSION

HONDA CIVIC TYPE R

HONDA CRV

HONDA FRV MY'O7

HYUNDAI ARNEJS CONCEPT & PRODUCTION VERSION

HYUNDAI COUPE

HYUNDAI GRANDEUR 2.2 CRDi

KIA CEE'D

KIA CEE'D SPORT WAGON

KIA PRO_CEE'D

LAMBORGHINI GALLARDO NERA

LANCIA YPSILON

LANCIA DELTA HPE

LAND ROVER DEFENDER MY'07

LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT TDV8

LEXUS LS600h & hL (European debut)

MASERATI GRANSPORT "CONTEMPORARY CLASSIC"

MAYBACH 57S ANTIQUA WHITE

MAZDA CX-7

MERCEDES CL 63 AMG

MERCEDES CL-CLASS

MERCEDES SLR MCLAREN 722

MERCEDES S-CLASS 4MATIC

MINI COOPER & COOPER S

MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER-CONCEPT

MITSUBISHI PAJERO

NISSAN QASHQAI

OPEL ANTARA

OPEL CORSAVAN

OPEL VECTRA OPC MY'07

PEUGEOT 207 EPURE

PEUGEOT 908 RC

RENAULT NEPTA

SAAB 9-3 MY’07

SEAT ALTEA XL

SKODA JOYSTER

SKODA OCTAVIA5 SCOUT

SKΟDA OCTAVIA5 RS 2.0TDI

SUBARU LEGACY MY'07

SUBARU OUTBACK MY'07

SUBARU IMPREZA 1.5R

SUZUKI SPLASH

SUZUKI SWIFT SPORT

TOYOTA YARIS TS

TOYOTA HILUX MY'07

VW GOLF PLUS CROSS

VW IROC

VW TOUAREG SUV MY'07

VW TOURAN MPV MY'07

VOLVO C30

Paris International Motor Show - Complete List With Picture & Press Release Links

Dear readers, Carscoop we will be on a brief hiatus from Wed October 27th to Sunday October 1st as I will be visiting The Paris Motor Show. We'll be talking to all the officials and upon our return on Monday October 1 we will bring you all the official and "unofficial" news from the motor show along with some great photos.

Till then, direct yourselves to the "click-worthy" links below where you will find all the official debuts of the Paris show that have been previewed on Carscoop. Also take a look on the side-bar where you will find video links of the Show cars.

PARIS INTERNATIONAL MOTOR SHOW DEBUTS - CLICK ON THE LINKS

ALFA ROMEO 8c COMPETIZIONE

AUDI Q7 V12 TDI

AUDI S3 2.0TFSI

BENTLEY ARNAGE

BMW 3 SERIES MY'07

BMW 3 SERIES COUPE

BMW X3 FACELIFT

BMW X5 II

BRABUS CLS ROCKET

CHEVROLET WTCC ULTRA

CHRYSLER SEBRING -UK DEBUT

CITROEN C4 PICASSO

CITROEN C4 WRC

CITROEN C-METISSE

DAIHATSU D-COMPACT X-OVER

DODGE AVENGER

FIAT PANDA 100HP

FIAT PANDA - PANDA

FORD MONDEO WAGON CONCEPT & SEDAN PRODUCTION VERSION

HONDA CIVIC TYPE R

HONDA CRV

HONDA FRV MY'O7

HYUNDAI ARNEJS CONCEPT & PRODUCTION VERSION

HYUNDAI COUPE

HYUNDAI GRANDEUR 2.2 CRDi

KIA CEE'D

KIA CEE'D SPORT WAGON

KIA PRO_CEE'D

LAMBORGHINI GALLARDO NERA

LANCIA YPSILON

LANCIA DELTA HPE

LAND ROVER DEFENDER MY'07

LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT TDV8

LEXUS LS600h & hL (European debut)

MASERATI GRANSPORT "CONTEMPORARY CLASSIC"

MAYBACH 57S ANTIQUA WHITE

MAZDA CX-7

MERCEDES CL 63 AMG

MERCEDES CL-CLASS

MERCEDES SLR MCLAREN 722

MERCEDES S-CLASS 4MATIC

MINI COOPER & COOPER S

MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER-CONCEPT

MITSUBISHI PAJERO

NISSAN QASHQAI

OPEL ANTARA

OPEL CORSAVAN

OPEL VECTRA OPC MY'07

PEUGEOT 207 EPURE

PEUGEOT 908 RC

RENAULT NEPTA

SAAB 9-3 MY’07

SEAT ALTEA XL

SKODA JOYSTER

SKODA OCTAVIA5 SCOUT

SKΟDA OCTAVIA5 RS 2.0TDI

SUBARU LEGACY MY'07

SUBARU OUTBACK MY'07

SUBARU IMPREZA 1.5R

SUZUKI SPLASH

SUZUKI SWIFT SPORT

TOYOTA YARIS TS

TOYOTA HILUX MY'07

VW GOLF PLUS CROSS

VW IROC

VW TOUAREG SUV MY'07

VW TOURAN MPV MY'07

VOLVO C30

Malignant Rumors: Jaguar Considering 2,000 Units a Year of Turbine-Powered C-X75 Halo Car

Malignant Rumors: Jaguar Considering 2,000 Units a Year of Turbine-Powered C-X75 Halo Car

Friday, October 08, 2010 | Categories | Jaguar, Jaguar Concepts, Paris Auto Show, Reports |

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As Porsche begins development on the hybrid 918 Spyder, Jaguar is reportedly taking the idea of a limited-run production version of its Paris Motor Show C-X75 concept into consideration. Autoweek reports that the British luxury marque is discussing the possibility of building up to 2,000 units annually of its XJ220 successor. If you're thinking about getting the checkbook out anytime soon, though, hold it right there.

First, due to production methods and costs, a firm number has to be decided on in regards to the C-X75's volume. Then, over the next five to seven years, Jaguar will try to prove its futuristic micro gas turbines - which are actually cheaper to develop than an internal combustion engine - are feasible for a consumer vehicle.

Tony Harper, head of advanced powertrain development for Jaguar, says, "We're talking two to three years for implementation of the gas-turbine technology, then another three to four years to integrate into a vehicle."

Should this timeline be believed and the bookkeepers give Jag a green light, we could begin seeing mules of the futuristic turbine-powered supercar as early as 2012 or 2013. Don't worry; by 2017 the Matt Beaven-penned C-X75 should still be looking fresh.

By Phil Alex

Source: Autoweek

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