2013 Lincoln Continental

Based on the MKR concept car from five years ago, this 2013 Continental would be Lincoln's re-entry into the rear wheel drive luxury sedan market. The size of a short-wheelbase Mercedes S Class, but priced more like the E Class, this suicide-door sedan would also feature optional all wheel drive. Available with an EcoBoost V6, Supercharged V8 or Hybrid drivetrains, this car would go a long way in doing battle with the resurgent Cadillac division of the New General Motors.

For this chop, compared with the original 2006 concept, I raised the roof, added quarter windows front and rear, lengthened the trunk and rear overhang, removed a character line and added black and chrome rocker panel trim among other subtle "production" differences. The wheels are more appropriate in design for a luxury vehicle, too, but would still be state-of-the-art 21 inchers.

Design Tweak: Fisker Karma Surf

Not one of my full-blown chops, just a slight tweak to the rear 3/4 view of the new Fisker Karma Surf electric sport hatch. I changed the rear most window from the upswept original, below, to a more "traditional" wagon-type shape. I didn't change the rear hatch window at all. I just used its baseline and followed its natural progression in an upward sweep to the C pillar, adding a wraparound glass effect. I also gave the roof a slight "visor" effect, which carries the eye rearwards emphasizing the cargo area and rear "haunches." I think it simplifies the side profile and the wrapped glass goes perfectly with the rest of the car. I also changed the door handles. For such a highly-styled vehicle, the Fisker's tiny, plain, squared off door "holes" are set too low and ruin the sides of the car to me. I added suicide clamshell doors and a more svelte chrome handle. For such a limited production electric luxury sport vehicle, I don't see why Fisker didn't used dramatic clamshell doors anyway.

The original photo I started with of the new Fisker Karma Surf. I don't care for the upward rising window line used behind the C pillar. I think it fights the overall shape of the wagon. I also don't care for the exceedingly plain door "holes" used as handles. I feel they take the emphasis off the voluptuous fender lines.
  •  For more information on this new electric car company, Fisker, click here.

Peugiot 508 rxh "2013" | Review in-ex.

Name : Peugiot 508 rxh
Year : 2013.
Description : Peugeot 508 RXH a Diesel-electric hybrid cars that offer views of the original vehicle along the road with enhanced driving pleasure. Peugeot 508 RXH can demonstrate top-of-the-range innovative modern with HYbrid4 drive units provide the feature that makes it possible to combine the freedom and pleasure driving. Peugeot 508 RXH using a typical LED lights look good on the day and night and has a unique visual sign of a single, smooth, raised and widened.
  After the launch of the sedan and SW 508 in the spring of 2011, recognized for its elegance of style, presence and high quality construction and attention to detail, with the Peugeot 508 RXH again raise the profile of all of Peugeot's leading environmental technologies and strengthening. Posture and the design of specific places in the world immediately above the range, all road vehicles. Unique, refined, elevated, expansive, it also stands for a unique visual signature, with a typical LED lights visible both day and night, giving the impression from the clutches of three vertical 'Lions' to each side of the grid "floating", the style of what is even more surprising.
 Interior cars !
Interior :
   Dashboard styling is very centered around quality caused by vehicle exterior design, with a further illustration of the high quality, purity, elegance, etc. Its design supports a multiplex center console switchgear is equipped with technology designed to provide easy control for a number of features. This purity and simplicity of design and integration is best shown in HYbrid4 driving mode selection button and the gear selector lever. It has a design that combines traditional selector lever equipment and computer mouse called 'manettino' - it fits with the pristine environment and technology.
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Exterior :
   Peugeot 508 styling RXH has its own character in the range 508. Its elegance and style of the place immediately in a world that combines exclusive premium position, the technology with the ability to experience the adventure and the promise of a new driving experience and unmatched. With the track 40 mm in width and height increased by 50 mm, this new Peugeot has the attitude of individuals, without sacrificing the characteristics of the range of 508 - serenity, elegance and status. The use of new, 18 "forged wheel rims allowed designers to create a very smooth wheel design with an internal diameter increased by 10 mm compared with the conventional wheel rims. The result is a dynamic body style and elegance enhanced.

Engine :
   Peugeot 508 RXH installing quality of the machine and can provide maximum power to 147 kW (200 bhp) are equipped with four-wheel drive and produces a maximum torque of 450 Nm. RXH Peugeot 508 is designed to adapt to all use and capable of producing a spectrum with a comfortable in all conditions. Peugeot 508 RXH offer a 100% electric ZEV mode, ideal for driving in the city and to reduce consumption in the Combined Cycle less than 4.2 l/100 km (70.6 mpg), with emissions of 109 g / km of CO2. 

Lamborghini Murcielago "2010" | Review in-ex.

Name : Lamborghini Murcielago.
Years : 2010
Description : Lamborghini Murcielago LP670-4 SV SuperVeloce was first exhibited in the event the Geneva Motor Show held on March 5 to 15, 2009. Murcielago is one of high performance Lamborghini sports car designed by Luc Donckerwolke, which first appeared in 2001 as the successor of the Diablo, who was already more than ten years old.

   Murcielago is a two-passenger sports car coupe with two doors and within the last eight years has had four variants: Murcielago, Murcielago LP 640, LP 650-4 Murcielago Roadster and Murcielago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce this. As the last generation, Murcielago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce often referred to as the most extreme variant in the Murcielago model.
 
   When compared with the LP640, SuperVeloce version generates nearly 30 more horsepower V12 engine, although both use the same 6.5-liter capacity. caba just imagine the speed can reach 350 km / hour. This increase was achieved from the change in valve timing and modifications to the intake system. However, the specification data shows that the maximum speed the car was slightly decreased when compared with LP640.mobil This is ideal for middle and upper economic circles because it sells 9.5 billion

 Interior cars !
 Interior :
   While in the cabin sector, the main ingredient is a combination between Alcantara interior and high-quality carbon fiber and fixed displays sporty aura. This blend of two materials used in upholstery, dashboard, and also the roof.
Exterior Lamborghini !
 
Exterior : 
   So that when broken down as much as 33 kg weight reduction from the chassis and the use of carbon fiber, 34 kg in the interior, and more than 33 kg from the engine and wheel drive systems.
Engine :

   Engine Type : DOHC 48-valve V-12, aluminum block and heads, port fuel injection
   Displacement : 6496cc
   Power : 661 bhp @ 8000 rpm
   Torque : 487 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm
   Transmission : 6-speed manual, 6-speed automated manual
   Wheelbase : 104.9 in
   Length : 185.2 in
   Width : 81.0 in
   Height : 44.7 in
   Curb weight : 3850 lb


Source : neonista.blogspot.com

Short-Deck, 6-Window 1965 Cadillac Town Sedan

Re-imagining one of William Mitchell's flawless 1965 Cadillacs. Caddy built short-deck 6-window hardtop sedans in 1961, and 4-window short-decks in 62 and '63. They produced full-size 6-window sedans all the way through '64. Though they dropped the short-deck for '64, my chop presumes they decided to try again in '65 with the '61 formula—short-deck, 6-window—though pillared this time. Click on image to enlarge, as always.

C H O P S — Oftentimes, to relax, I'll peruse eBay's cars for sale. I'll pick a "marque  of the night," say Mercury, or Hudson, or Nash, and then go through the years and see what is still out there. Tonight I picked Cadillac—1961-72. I was struck how many 6-window sedans Cadillac showed up. They were very light-looking, almost sporty rooflines for such a stately luxury car. I found examples of them for sale right up through 1964, the last year for the bodystyle. It got me thinking of what a 6-window 1965 Cadillac might have looked like. The birth of a chop idea!

I found a good image of an appropriate car, a mint condition low-line '65 Calais pillared sedan, with the proper focus and resolution, thanks to Google Images. My "vision" wasn't quite as easy as just adding the C pillar window, though. Besides adding the extra glass, I ended up lowering the roofline, changing the angle of the C pillar and enlarging the rear window, all in order to get the same "sporty" feeling as those earlier 6-window Caddys. 

I liked how it looked at that point, but decided to "step it up a notch" and recreate a little-known version of the Caddy sedan offered in the early '60s. the short-deck. From 1961 through '63 Cadillac offered a version of their sedan with a six-inch shorter trunk for customers with pre-war garages which tended to be smaller than postwar garages. Offered at first in their base Series 62, as a 6-window, for '62 and '63 it was offered only as a 4-window, though a De Ville-level model was added. The base short-deck for '62 was named the Town Sedan and the step-up version, the Park Avenue. For '63, only the Park Avenue was offered. Since I had started out with the low-line '65 Calais, I named this chop the Town Sedan. Besides shortening the trunk, I reshuffled the chrome trim, taking off the mid-body chrome spear and adding chrome rocker panel moldings to further differentiate this shorter sedan from its longer kin. 

In the end, I liked the way it came out, but in no way do I think it's "better" than the cars Mitchell approved. The 1965 full sized cars he presented to the world, from Chevy through Pontiac, Oldsmobile, Buick and Cadillac, are all examples of a design manager at the very tippy top of his game. There isn't a bad line on any one of them, and they've all more than withstood the test of time.
  • I photographed a derelict '62 Park Avenue more than 20 years ago. For my blog post, click here. 
  • 1961 Cadillac DeVille info here.
  • 1962 Cadillac DeVille info here. 
  • 1963 Cadillac DeVille info here.


B O N U S   1 0 - M IN U T E   C H O P :
A reader, Bobf, mentioned he'd like to see an early '60s Caddy with a fastback roof similar to the '67 and '68 GM full sized coupes. I've thought about a car like that for a while, too. It's difficult to find decent high-resolution photos of older cars, though. I've been checking out '68 Cadillacs on eBay and Hemming's lately, and had in my files this medium-resolution photo of a gold Coupe de Ville. I'm particularly partial to '68s as my father gave me a '68 Hardtop Sedan de Ville for my 20th birthday back in 1977. I loved that car and kept it for about 10 years. 

I spent about 10 minutes this morning mocking up a fastback '68 Coupe de Ville to see how it would work, and I love the results. I'll keep looking for a high-resolution photo to start with, and create a real chop one of these days. This car looks like such a natural, it's too bad Caddy didn't offer it in addition to their much more formal coupe. The '68 Buick LeSabre/Wildcat looked awesome with this roofline, especially with the optional fender skirts. 

Update: As one of my loyal readers, PaulNYC, pointed out, this could logically have been a return of the "B Body" Cadillac, similar in marketing as the Series 61, discontinued in the early '50s. Perhaps the entry level Calais could have been differentiated more from the De Ville series this way.

New Audi S8 "2013" | Review in-ex.

Name : Audi S8.
Years : 2013.
Description : The Audi S8, which will be launched on the market in spring 2012, is the new head of the Audi S model family - a large, luxurious sedan of supreme power. The new 4.0 TFSI in the Audi S8 generates no less than 382 kW (520 hp) and delivers a constant 650 Nm (479.42 lb-ft) of torque to the crankshaft between 1,700 and 5,500 rpm. The result is outstanding performance: The sprint from zero to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) takes just 4.2 seconds, and top speed is electronically capped at 250 km/h (155.34 mph). This makes the fuel consumption of the sonorous and smooth twin-turbo V8 all the more amazing: It averages just 10.2 liters per 100 km (23.06 US mpg), much less than its competitors. The free-breathing, 5.2-liter V10 in the previous model consumed an average of 13.2 liters per 100 km (17.82 US mpg). 

    Fuel consumption decreased by nearly 23 percent despite a 51 kW (70 hp) increase in output. Behind the top value for the new Audi S8 are the combined technologies of the Audi modular efficiency platform, including the recuperation and start-stop systems. The newly developed "cylinder on demand" technology plays a particularly large role. Under part load, it deactivates four of the eight cylinders for an efficiency gain that is particularly pronounced at moderate highway speeds. A package of acoustic measures including the Active Noise Cancellation system suppresses possible intrusive noise and vibrations. The eight-speed tiptronic in the Audi S8 also unites sportiness and efficiency. It uses tall gears at low revs whenever possible, but downshifts quickly and comfortably when requested by the driver. The tiptronic delivers the power to a quattro drivetrain combining a self-locking center differential with the sport differential at the rear axle. During dynamic driving, the lion's share of the power flows to the outside wheel to literally push the large sedan into the corner.
 Interior cars !
 
Interior :
   The interior shines with craftsman-like fit and finish and small yet effective accents. The multi-way, power-adjustable comfort sport seats have been designed exclusively for the Audi S8. They are optionally available with exclusive seat upholstery in quilted lunar silver. The stitching and piping are in contrasting steel gray, while the upper inlays on the instrument panel and tiptronic selector lever present the material Carbon Atlas.
The leather multifunction sport steering wheel has color-contrasting stitching and an S8 emblem, which can also be found on the instruments. Typical of the Audi S models, these have gray dials with white needles - a design which is repeated in the classic analogue clock. The illuminated door sill trims with the S8 logo are a further eye-catcher. The display of the driver information system and the MMI monitor greet the driver with special S8 screens. The shift paddles and pedals are in an aluminum-look finish; a red ring frames the start button. The Audi S8 offers a wide selection of interior colors, inlays and seat upholstery. These include particularly soft Valcona leather and seats with ventilation and massage functions. The leather package, a DVD changer, the convenience key with sensor-controlled lock for the trunk and the ambient lighting package round out the list of standard interior equipment. The Audi S8 is also equipped with the innovative LED headlights and double glazing.
 Exterior :
   Beyond the generous standard equipment, Audi makes all of the high-end options from the A8 series available in the new S8. The driver assistance systems, which are closely networked with one another and the navigation system, are particularly innovative. The core of these is the adaptive cruise control system with stop & go function; others include Audi side assist, Audi lane assist, the speed limit display and the night vision assistant with highlighting of detected pedestrians. Supplementing these technologies is the safety system Audi pre sense, which is available in a number of versions. A new break recommendation function uses steering motions and additional parameters to detect if the driver is getting tired and issues an appropriate warning. New to the A8 family is the parking system with 360° camera. Four small cameras record images of the sedan's immediate surroundings and a computer splices them together. The driver can call up a variety of views on the MMI monitor, including a virtual top-down view. The system enhances safety while maneuvering and in narrow driveways. Special views allow the driver to see cross-traffic. The MMI navigation plus, which comes standard, represents the state-of-the-art in infotainment systems. It includes the groundbreaking MMI touch input system, a large hard drive and a high-resolution 8-inch display. The high-end system can be combined with the likewise standard Bluetooth online car phone, which brings special Internet services to the car and provides WLAN connectivity for mobile devices. The Bang & Olufsen Advanced Sound System with its 1,400 watt amplifiers and 19 speakers impresses with its amazing sound.

Source : http://www.netcarshow.com

The Audi R8 "2011" | Review in-ex.

Name : Audi R8.
Years : 2011.
Description : Audi R8 uses a mid-engine, with a 2-seat sports car, including the type, which uses Audi's trademark quattro permanent all-wheel drive system.mobil was first introduced in 2006 by the car maker Audi AG in Germany. The car was exclusively designed, developed, and manufactured by Audi, quattro GmbH, and is based on the Lamborghini Gallardo platform. Fundamental element of the R8 is based on Audi Space Frame, which also uses a monocoque aluminum space frame that is built around. This car was built by quattro GmbH at a plant in 'aluminum Audi site in Neckarsulm in Germany.

   
   The Audi R8 is a sports car with a longitudinally mounted mid-engine, and uses Audi’s trademark Quattro permanent four-wheel drive system. It was introduced by the German automaker AUDI AG, a subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, in 2006. The car was exclusively designed, developed, and manufactured by AUDI AG’s high performance private subsidiary company, Quattro GmbH, and is similar to the Lamborghini Gallardo. The fundamental construction of the R8 is based on the Audi Space Frame, and uses an aluminium monocoque which is built around space frame principles. The car is built by Quattro GmbH in a newly renovated factory at Audi’s ‘aluminium site’ at Neckarsulm in Germany. In 2005, Audi announced that the name of the successful Audi R8 race car would be used for a new road car in 2007, the Audi R8, based on the Audi Le Mans quattro concept car, was officially launched at the Paris Auto Show on 30 September 2006. The Audi R8 is used as a safety car in Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters and British Superbike Championship racing series.
 Interior pic.
 Interior :

    Race-inspired Driver-oriented Cockpit Design

      The entire cockpit (monoposto) of the R8 is tilted toward the driver for maximum performance from both the car and the driver.

    Micrometallic Inlays

      The quality of materials and craftsmanship of the R8 interior is highlighted by refined Micrometallic inlays that extend throughout the cockpit.

    Available Carbon Fiber Sigma Elements

      The sheer distinction of Carbon Fiber isn’t only limited to the exterior of the R8. Inside, available Carbon Fiber Sigma elements are featured in the monoposto driver’s cockpit, on the driver leg rest as well as the door handles and door inlays.

    Audi Parking System plus with Rearview Camera

      The rearview camera offers a real-time view of the rear parking area, while the front and rear ultrasonic parking sensors measure the distance to the nearest objects and intermittent audible tones indicate the distance to the driver.

    Race-inspired Steering Wheel with Shift Paddles

      The race-inspired, lightweight, magnesium, three-spoke, leather-wrapped design has a performance look and feel that includes R tronic shift paddles [on vehicles equipped with R tronic transmission] for quick gear changes. The multifunction steering wheel provides easy access to MMI®-inspired logic control for CD, radio, navigation and voice control functions.

    Fine Nappa leather Seats and Elements

      Seats, dash, doors and additional elements are finished in standard Fine Nappa leather to create a comfortable, supportive and luxurious experience no matter how long or short the trip may be.
     
     
     Exterior :
   The fastest Audi ever already accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.7 seconds in factory trim. The edo R8 needs just 4.5 seconds and achieves a top speed of over 310 km/h (192 mph). edo competition offers this new full stainless steel high-flow exhaust system in two different sounds levels. The result is a power increase of 16 kW (22 hp) and a 20 Nm (15 ft-lb) increase in torque. The trimetal-coated high-flow catalytic converters, which were designed specifically for the R8, ensure full OBD2 compliance and feature impressive performance. At edo competition form and function are strongly connected. The R8's perfect balance and improved downforce, thanks to the body upgrades, become especially apparent when the car is accelerating. The edo R8 owes its aerodynamic advantages to a newly developed front lip spoiler and 8 rear bumper inserts. The new rear diffuser, also providing additional downforce, has an even greater effect. As usual at edo competition, the aerodynamic components are available in super light-weight carbon fiber. The sporting concept is rounded off by edo competition's latest wheel design. No matter whether in 19 or 20 in., these performance wheels perfect the R8's impressive appearance and feature high-strength forged centers with polished stainless steel outer rims and high-strength aluminium inner rims. All sport wheels can be custom painted.

New Citreon C4 years "2012" | Review in-ex.

Name : Citeron C4.
Years : 2012.
Description : For Welcoming the year 2012, some car manufacturers have been preparing their new cars, including Citroen. They inaugurated the 2012 Citroen C4 New Cars Aircross to compete in the automobile market in 2012. Aircross 2012 Citroen C4, Citroen is preparing a new combination of SUV and Crossover with a platform based on C4. With the code name Aircross C4, the company seems to best prepare for this car Ditahun 2012. Citroen plans to shed more light on the specifications and features of this car, right after they released 4008 model crossover at the Geneva Motor Show.2012 event Aircross Citroen C4 diesel will use two powers with different optional trimming, such as the 1.6-liter HDi of the generating capacity of about 150 hp and 1.8-liter capacity that produced around 148 hp. With a 6-speed manual transmission, this car is likely sold with 2 types of system that is 4 WD and 2WD. There was no official announcement about what the price of car 2012 Citroen C4 Aircross, but the possibility of sales will begin in the first quarter.
  Interior pic.
 Interior pic.
 Interior :
  Quality and sophistication are evident throughout the new Citroën C4's cabin, with full attention paid to the flush assembly and feel of the materials used. The dashboard and fascia have been designed to contain as few component parts as possible and are finished in soft-touch materials with chrome detailing on the controls and vents.
   The new C4's four-spoke steering wheel feels substantial, with soft-touch leather, satin chrome inserts and an impressive array of functionalities - including audio, telephone, speed-limiter/cruise control - all positioned at the driver's fingertips.
   The gear selector on EGS gearbox versions - positioned neatly on the centre console - is small, tactile and trimmed in leather. Its size and shape means it fits snugly in the driver's palm.
   All elements of lighting in the cabin have been finely tuned to each other creating a sophisticated and modern environment. Front and rear LED reading and courtesy lights - standard on Exclusive models - cast a clear white light, whilst mood lighting bathes the footwell and centre console in a soothing hue.
   Creating a bright and airy cabin environment - and providing an expansive field of vision - new Citroën C4 boasts a large windscreen and is available with a vast 1.3m2 panoramic sunroof. 
 Exterior pic.
 Exterior :
   As with the New C5 in 2008 and New C3 earlier this year, the New Citroën C4 once again demonstrates the expertise of the brand in creating stylish and innovative vehicles with relevant technological advances.
  With its sculpted lines and high quality finish, New C4 cuts a distinctive profile, striking an impression of strength, stability and balanced proportions. Defined and flowing surfaces, such as the purposeful front end and rear spoiler, hint at the model’s optimised aerodynamics. The tasteful addition of chrome detailing combines with the dynamic headlight styling and sculpted alloy wheels to give the new model a premium presence.
  Promising precise control and accomplished handling, New C4′s driver focused cabin environment combines with impressive acoustic comfort and soundproofing to deliver a true impression of on-road confidence.
   New C4 features compact exterior dimensions and generous internal volumes that make it spacious and thoroughly versatile. At just 4.33m long, 1.79m wide and 1.49m high, New C4 is just 5cm longer, 2cm wider and 3cm taller than the current model. The 408-litre boot is the biggest in its class, with practical square dimensions and a lower sill that makes loading even easier. 

 Engine pic. 
Engine :
    - Four diesel engines - HDi 90, HDi 110, e-HDi 110 & HDi 150.
    - Three petrol engines - VTi 95, VTi 120 & THP 155.
    - The THP 155 & e-HDi 110 are both mated to a 6-speed EGS gearbox.
    - The HDi 110 & HDi 150 are mated to a 6-speed manual 'box.
    - The VTi 120 is available with a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission.
    - The VTi 95 & HDi 90 both come with a 5-speed manual 'box.

   All engines are Euro 5 compliant, all diesel engines are equipped with a particulate filter (DPFS) and all manual models are fitted with a Gear Efficiency Indicator (GEI). The 6-speed EGS transmission has an 'Auto' setting and delivers lower fuel consumption than an equivalent manual transmission.
   New Citroën C4 VTR+ and Exclusive models are available with Citroën's innovative new micro-hybrid e-HDi system with EGS transmission, which delivers up to 67.3mpg over a combined cycle and just 109g/km of CO2.
   The e-HDi powertrain consists of a refined and efficient 1.6HDi 110 diesel engine fitted with a Stop & Start system featuring a second generation reversible alternator. An e-booster system allows instantaneous and whisper silent engine restarts in just 400ms - twice as fast as a manual key restart and 30% faster than with a reinforced starter. The electronically controlled alternator uses regenerative braking to recover energy and the EGS gearbox features optimised gear ratios. The system even stops the engine before the car comes to a complete halt - from 5mph during deceleration. The e-HDi system can improve fuel efficiency by up to 15% in urban environments and reduces CO2 emissions by around 5g/km.
   Models with 16" wheels, including the e-HDi VTR+, feature low rolling resistance Michelin Energy™ Saver tyres, which help to reduce fuel consumption and reduce CO2 emissions by up to 5g/km compared with standard tyres. 

Source : mobilbaru.net

Volkswagen Phaeton "2012" | Review in-ex.

Name : Volkswagen Phaeton.
Years : 2012.
Description : At the Transparent Factory in Dresden Volkswagen produces one of the finest automobiles in the world: the Volkswagen Phaeton. The limousine's quality and comfort (four-wheel drive and air suspension as standard) set a unique benchmark. Volkswagen, the most successful carmaker in Europe and China, has now made the VW Phaeton even more perfect. The company's new flagship was unveiled for the first time at Auto China 2010 in Beijing. Its contours are defined by the Volkswagen design DNA developed by Walter de Silva, the group's Italian chief designer. Around the completely new front section in particular the design team has further refined the model's very own stylistic aplomb. In the process the timelessly elegant Volkswagen Phaeton has gained a broader and more powerful appearance. The new model is also characterised by modifications to its rear section and silhouette.
  At the same time, new technical features have been added. These include Dynamic Light Assist (camera-based dynamic main beam regulation) and a navigation system that, if desired, can integrate online data from Google into the map display. In addition to this, the Volkswagen Phaeton's optional front camera enables it to 'see' road signs, with speed limit signs visualised on the instrument panel and centre console's touchscreen. The system will also be able to recognise and depict 'no overtaking' signs - the first in the world to do so!
 Interior pic.
 Interior :
   The VW Phaeton's interior ranks as one of the most elegant, high quality and comfortable in the entire premium class. The 4-zone air-conditioning system, for example, that works totally free of any draughts, and the award-winning ergonomic 18-way seats are unsurpassed. All of the Volkswagen Phaeton interior's functions are also intuitive to use. In addition to the version with three rear seats (5-seater), the limousine can be optionally ordered with two electrically adjustable individual seats (4-seater). Furthermore a version of the Volkswagen Phaeton is also available that is twelve centimetres longer. Meanwhile, the limousine can be almost infinitely personalised with a wide range of leather, alcantara and wood trim, plus optional equipment such as a fridge or multimedia systems from Volkswagen Exclusive. This also applies to the completely redesigned multifunction steering wheel. It can be ordered either in leather or in a wood/leather combination matching the relevant wood trim features. 
 Exterior pic.
Exterior :
  Depending on wheelbase, the 2011 model VW Phaeton is between 5.06 and 5.18 metres long. As mentioned above, a completely new front section has been developed for this flagship of the Volkswagen brand. In keeping with the current Volkswagen design DNA, its form is dominated by horizontal lines. Unlike all other Volkswagens created to date on the basis of this new DNA, the Volkswagen Phaeton does not have a shiny black radiator grille cover, but instead a completely new chrome element. Along with the likewise restyled headlights, this radiator trim is a major influence in the new Phaeton's design and underlines its uncompromisingly independent character. In detail the new grille is more upright, while its stricter lines and impressive alternation of materials between polished and matt chrome make it even more striking. The horizontal linking of grille and headlights follows the Volkswagen design criteria and impressively emphasises the vehicle's width. As a sign of its class specific to this model the Volkswagen Phaeton also features three-dimensional moulding of the grille and bonnet, with precise edges that carry the grille's heightened expression of quality on into the sculptured contours of the vehicle body. Once again in the centre of the grille is the classic VW badge, which now - despite integrating the ACC (automatic distance control) system's radar sensors - has a new-look surface design.
   To the left and right of the grille are new Bi-Xenon headlamps, which are standard across the range. Integrated within them are cornering and adaptive lights. Not just in visual terms, but from a technical perspective too, this is a whole new generation of headlamps. Firstly, the indicator and adaptive cornering lights are highly visible and stylistically striking LEDs. Secondly, as with the new Touareg, the VW Phaeton will also be available with optional Dynamic Light Assist. Using a camera integrated into the rear-view mirror, this complex technology 'detects' other road users and regulates illumination of the carriageway accordingly (see separate section on Dynamic Light Assist).
   The bumper has also been redesigned in keeping with the radiator grille and headlamps. Here too horizontal lines form the guiding principles of the new design. Even the fog lamps have been designed as narrow, horizontal LED strips. Last but not least, the bottom final section of the bumper is now also colour-coordinated with the car body. Compared to the previous model the new generation Phaeton thus looks even sportier and more imposing on the road.
   Also modified, the back of the car underlines this impression. The design team decided here not to change the classic, clear and powerful basic style that this area has always had, but instead to develop new LED rear light clusters. Each cluster features dotted lights and an M-shaped LED strip. The result is an unmistakable, elegant look both in daylight and at night. Also new is the VW badge - now likewise in 3D format - on the boot lid.
   As at the front, the rear bumper has also been redesigned. It now has a new, three-piece chrome bar and the section of the bumper trim near the road is now also colour-coordinated with the car body. The same goes for the bottom section of the side skirts. Also noticeable in silhouette view are modified side trim strips, narrower LED indicators in the wing mirrors and new 18-inch ('Experience') alloy wheels.

 Engine pic.
Engine : 
   Powertrain options in the Phaeton remain unchanged. The lone diesel choice is a 240-hp, 3.0-liter V-6, while the gas-powered camp gets the choice between a 280-hp, 3.6-liter V-6, a 335-hp, 4.2-liter V-8, or a 450-hp, 6.0-liter W-12. Interestingly, the Phaeton does not see the updated, 500-hp, 6.3-liter W-12 from the new Audi A8. While the updates include no mention of the Phaeton returning to the U.S., we have heard from several high-placed executives that a comeback is being considered, likely after the next generation arrives in a few years. 

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