Honda CR V 2015

Honda CR V 2015, Compact SUV with a new multimedia system and 9-speed automatic.

The 2015 CR-V is one of the world's major Honda models. Now send the Japanese their compact SUV model year 2015 the race. It comes in the spring not only with new design, but also boasts powerful 1.6 i-DTEC diesel, new nine-speed automatic transmission and the infotainment system "Honda Connect" on.

Honda CR V 2015 Design and interior
Visually, no large differences can be seen. The main changes are the revised front end with new headlights, the transition to the new front grille. New bumper and new rear underrun protection can act a little more sporty CR-V. The rear of the CR-V 2015 has new LED taillights, a modified tailgate and a new bumper. The interior will provide a new chrome trim on the dashboard and the use of high quality materials for comfort. The adjustable center armrest can now be delayed by 60 mm forward or backward.

Honda CR V 2015 engines
The bottom plate has done much more. A new 1.6 i-DTEC diesel engine delivers 160 hp and a torque of 350 Nm. In conjunction with the six-speed manual gearbox, CO2 emissions lie (lower than the current model 11 percent) less than 130 g / km. Combined with the new nine-speed automatic transmission, the CO2 emissions are normal consumption below 135 g / km (20 per cent lower than the current model). Honda CR V 2015 front wheel drive keeps driving the current model and is called 1.6 i-DTEC offered with 120 hp combined with a six-speed manual transmission. Here, the CO2 emissions have been reduced to 117 g / km. Also, the 2.0-liter i-VTEC petrol engine with 155 hp will continue to be available. All engines meet the Euro 6 emissions standard.

CR-V 2015 : New infotainment system
In model year 2015, the new infotainment system "Honda Connect" is first used. This should be distinguished by a simple and intuitive operation. It is based on the Google Android operating system (version 4.0.4) and allows the known from the smartphone multi-touch screen control functions on a 7-inch screen. The system provides access to vehicle information, music and the rear camera with dynamic guide lines. Also integrated are a Bluetooth interface for connecting with your own smartphone and the Mirror Link technology. The latter smartphone content reflects directly on the screen of the car. Therefore Honda Connect also includes features such as Internet browsing, preinstalled apps - and access to the Honda App Center - optional Garmin satellite navigation, audio functions such as DAB + and internet radio.

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2016 Ford Focus RS

Manufacturer uses a 320-hp EcoBoost engine.
Now is for fans of fast compact models, the long wait is finally over. Ford (February 3rd) lifted the curtain for the newly developed and highly anticipated 2016 Ford Focus RS on Tuesday. The third generation of the sporty top model of the series will set new standards in terms of driving dynamics and performance. The new high-performance series model is powered by a specially tuned EcoBoost four-cylinder, which draws well over 320 hp from 2.3 liters capacity, according to Ford. Thus ers lined up exactly at the level of a BMW 135xi M with 326 hp. The 300-hp Golf R is slightly weaker, the new Audi RS3 Sportback (367 hp) and the Mercedes A 45 AMG (360 hp) are a bit stronger. As the competitors - the BMW is also available with rear-wheel drive - familiar, the 2016 Focus RS to a four-wheel drive.

Design
The mark of a true "RS" model also includes an expressive style. The guiding principle of "form follows function" is reflected in the Focus RS by means of generous air intakes for the engine and brake cooling and aerodynamic elements resist that join the lift on the opposite front and rear axles. This also results in higher speed to a stable ride and a balance. Multifunctional Bi-xenon headlights are standard equipment. They automatically adjust the light intensity and the light angle to the driven speed, the steering angle and the distance to objects in front of the car. In the side view occur mainly the striking sill panels and wheel arches in the foreground. At the rear is dominated by a lush oversized diffuser insert that optimizes the airflow under the vehicle and reduces drag. At the same time he frames the two circular tailpipes of the sports exhaust system as well. The concise designed roof spoiler is always painted in body color.

Drive
At Ford, the all-wheel drive has a dynamic torque distribution (Dynamic Torque Vectoring) and is based on two electronically controlled differentials on the rear axle. Its special feature: they not only regulate the power distribution between the front and rear, but also manage the torque balance between the two rear wheels - this "torque vectoring" affects the handling and cornering performance of the Ford Focus RS exceptionally positive. A maximum of 70 percent of the drive power to flow to the rear axle. In extreme cases, it is completely passed there on a single wheel. To adjust the power distribution between the front and rear, left and right respectively the current driving situation, evaluates the on-board electronics 100 times per second from a wide variety of sensor signals.

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2015 Honda Civic Type R

Honda has revealed the price of its 310-horsepower compact rocket.
Honda has indeed revealed at the Geneva Motor Show 2015 at the World premiere of the 2015 Honda Civic Type R all information and details about the new top model of its compact series, but a key question left open the Japanese. For as much of the front-wheel drive 310 hp Civic will cost, they did not respond to the auto show on strong demand. Who picks up the equipment line GT, must prepare 40,390 euros. The launch takes place in the summer 2015.

In terms of performance there is no difference. Both versions are powered by the 310 hp and 400 Nm strong 2.0 VTEC TURBO petrol engine that propels the Civic in 5.7 seconds from zero to 100, and only at 270 km / h slowed by air drag. In addition, the Honda Civic Type R 2015 first to feature the new "+ R" mode, which is activated by pressing a button and increase the responsiveness of various powertrain and chassis systems.

Equipment
The differences are purely in the equipment. In the basic model are the City Emergency Braking Assistance (CTBA), air conditioning, the 7-inch infotainment system Touchsceen Honda CONNECT including smartphone integration, the keyless entry system Smart Entry & Start and LED headlights for the low beams on board. With the version of the compact sports car GT also has front and rear parking sensors, headlights with automatic headlight activation, 320-watt audio system, dual zone climate control, red ambient lighting, rain sensor and electrically folding exterior mirrors. The new infotainment system is also integrated with Garmin satellite navigation equipped (including five years free map updates). Honda's driver assistance package also is part of the standard equipment of the 2015 Honda Civic Type R GT: The safety systems that use a combination of camera and radar technology, include the collision warning system, the lane departure warning, traffic sign recognition, the high-beam assistant, the Blind Spot Assist and parking assistant.


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