More details have been coming from Ford about the 2011 Ford Edge. Along with a revised interior and exterior, the powertrain is also getting a rework, to include the same 3.7-litre V6 engine from the 2011 Mustang V6 that boasts 305bhp (compared to 265bhp in the current model), along with a six speed auto with paddle shift (nice for all your F1 fans).

Obviously the higher weight and increased drag factors of the Edge compare to the Mustang will mean somewhat lower fuel economy than the Mustang gets, we don’t know what exactly yet, but our guess would be approx 25mpg.

Along with the uprated engine, the new 2011 Ford Edge will also get a beefed up suspension to cope with the increased performance, and pretty decent 22″ alloys for everything to sit on.

Honda continues to lead the way in green automotive technology with the soon to be released CR-Z. Its shape and style are clear homages to the massively successful (and quick) CRX of the 1980’s, but this time around its a lot more friendly to the environment.

We think it looks great, has a really nice wedge profile and looks like it will go quick even before you step inside. Like the CRX, this model has a tiny (almost unuasable) rear seat, and behind that under the boot floor lies a lithium-ion battery pack that powers a 14bhp electric motor thats placed between the petrol 1.4 liter, 114bhp engine and its six speed gearbox.

At their maximum the engine and motor combine to produce 124bhp, not massive by any means, but it should be enough to get you around the city streets with some urgency, and for that you only put 117g/km CO2 which isnt bad at all for a sporty hatch.

Honda enthusiasts should love it, and it can only be a matter of time before they get to work increasing the outputs of both the engine and the motor… 200bhp anyone?

Images: Honda

Bugatti Veyron Super Sport hits 268mph… or rather 267.856mph to be exact!

Bugatti couldn’t have had a better way to bring the Super Sport into the open then by reclaiming the record for the worlds fastest production car!

With Pierre-Henri Raphanel at the wheel, the Super Sport took back the record with a run of 265.905mph, and 269.806mph, averaging 267.856mph and easily taking back the record from Americas SSC Ultimate Aero TT at 256.14mph.

The car uses a still-in-development 8 liter quad turbo V16, producing a massive 1183hp and 1106lb ft of torque, just about enough to get you up even the most challenging of inclines!

Apparently SSC is working on something to regain the record again, but for now at least Bugatti can sit back and relax safe in the knowledge the record will probably be theirs for sometime to come.

We might tend to think that Zotye is Fiat’s official partner in China, but they are actually only a “client”, which does not prevent them to make models in the “copy-paste” manner. A very convincing model is Zotye Multiplan, being replicated in the smallest details.

There is available only one motorization, a 1.6 liter engine. We aren’t really sure who manufactured it, but I think there wouldn’t be a surprise if they are actually using a Fiat engine.

Nissan Patrol is one of the most longeval 4×4 models on the market, being manufacturer since 1951. Like any other respected model, in essence it remained the same vehicle capable to take you anywhere, anytime on (almost) any weather conditions. Over the years, Nissan Patrol lined up with the new standards of comfort and luxury.

There aren’t too many details about its engine, but we expect at a V6 or V8. The model will be launched by the end of 2009.

]]> http://www.nextconceptcars.com/worldwide-news/2010-nissan-patrol-first-spy-pictures/feed/ 29 http://www.nextconceptcars.com/worldwide-news/porsche-911-fuel-consumption-record/ http://www.nextconceptcars.com/worldwide-news/porsche-911-fuel-consumption-record/#comments Thu, 18 Dec 2008 20:49:29 +0000 admin http://www.nextconceptcars.com/?p=1913 Sport cars are frequently “accused” that they have a high fuel consumption, but, Porsche engineers wanted to prove the contrary and have obtained a record fuel consumption with a Porsche 911.

Theoretically, a Porsche 911 Carrera equipped with the boxer “flat six” engine of 3,6 liters and 345 HP, is credited with an average consumption of 10.3 liters/100 km and 242g/km CO2 emissions. Pretty high, right?

Well, Porsche engineers wanted to demonstrate the contrary and have chosen a 650 km route on the Germany streets (190 km where national roads, 30 km urban route and the rest highway). The average speed was 84 km/h, and the maximum speed achieved in this test hasn’t exceeded 130 km/h. The result? Only 6,7 liters/100 km, unbelievable! But it must be very hard to own such a beast and drive like a amateur in order to save some liters.