Small tweaks for one of BMW's most beautiful modern cars. Approximately 48 hours ago, we shared the first spy photos with the updated BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe . Today, the stylish four-door is joined by its sportier 8 Series Coupe sibling which, at least at a glance, appears to be featuring the same visual revisions. Let’s take a deeper look though. This white prototype was photographed testing on public roads somewhere in Germany and it rides with a camouflaged front end. Similar to what we saw on the 8 GC, there appear to be modifications to the bumper and the kidney grille. The headlights may or may not be a touch slimmer, but it’s difficult to tell from these early spy photos. Gallery: BMW 8 Series Coupe facelift first spy photos 14 Photos Almost identical changes were visible on the four-door model with the only little exception being the fully … [Read more...] about BMW 8 Series Coupe Spied Hiding Discreet Facelift
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Skoda Kodiaq Coupe To Be Called Kodiaq GT
Another crossover is in the works and it will likely be a B-segment model. Originally announced back in March, the “coupe” version of the Skoda Kodiaq large SUV is going to carry the “GT” suffix based on a roadmap shown recently at a presentation in China. Taking into account it will have a more sloped roofline that will surely eat into the rear headroom (and trunk), there’s a good chance it will be available strictly as a five seater unlike the regular model that you can optionally order with seven seats. Revealed: Skoda Kodiaq GT Revealed As Brand's Flagship Model In China Skoda has already expressed its interest as far as coupe-SUV mashups are concerned with the Vision E , but that will remain strictly an electric concept for the time being. As to when we will see the first Skoda model to feature the much-criticized body style, the Kodiaq GT is expected to debut until the end of the decade. For those wondering why the Yeti is being shown on the … [Read more...] about Skoda Kodiaq Coupe To Be Called Kodiaq GT
Skoda Kodiaq Coupe Confirmed For China Along With Two New SUVs
One of them is likely the second-gen Yeti while the other is possibly a smaller model. A couple of interesting slideshows have emerged from China showing Skoda’s plans to bolster its SUV portfolio with a strong four-model lineup. One of them has already been revealed: the seven-seat Kodiaq . It seems the model will eventually receive the “coupe” treatment, so expect the roofline to be more raked towards the rear end. That’ll eat into the rear headroom and will likely have a negative impact on the trunk’s capacity as well. It shouldn’t be much of an issue considering the Kodiaq is huge on the inside. Revealed: Skoda Kodiaq GT Revealed As Brand's Flagship Model In China Yeti (speculatively rendered above) and set to grow in size to become a true compact crossover. We have it on good authority that in Europe (at least), the all-new Yeti will be unveiled in the second half of the year and will likely receive its premiere at the Frankfurt Motor Show in … [Read more...] about Skoda Kodiaq Coupe Confirmed For China Along With Two New SUVs
Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe Spied With Minimal Camouflage
Expect a late 2021 arrival for the restyled sedan. The Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe was an odd addition to the automaker’s lineup at a time when crossovers and SUVs continued to dominate. It arrived for the 2019 model year with its sleek coupe-like design drawn onto a four-door sedan, though Mercedes is already ready to give it a refresh. Spy photos reveal the automaker is preparing the model’s mid-cycle refresh, but it appears little is changing. The latest batch of pics shows the AMG GT 63 S variant, which in its current form uses a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 that produces a stout 630 horsepower (437 kilowatts) and 664 pound-feet (900 Newton-meters) of torque. It’s unclear if Mercedes will make any changes, though it could add some mild-hybrid tech to the powertrain. The lesser GT 53 pairs its V6 with a mild-hybrid setup while Mercedes prepares a range-topping GT 73e model that’ll see the 4.0-liter V8 mated with a single-electric motor. Rumors suggest the 73e could … [Read more...] about Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe Spied With Minimal Camouflage
Petition For Bringing BMW M3 Touring Wagon To US Is Gaining Steam
It won't enter production until 2022, so BMW has time to consider the request. BMW never sold an M3 wagon in the United States. That's okay, because BMW never sold an M3 wagon anywhere . Such a creation never emerged from the depths of Munich, but it soon will. BMW announced plans for its first M3 Touring in August 2020, and we've since learned the high-performance long roof won't be sold in the States. At least 4,358 people aren't happy about that, and they're making their displeasure known. That's how many people signed a petition at Change.org in favor of selling the M3 Touring stateside, as of this article posting on March 4, 2021. Kian Alam started the petition not long after the news became official, and it's slowly gained support over the last few months. Appealing to BMW executives in simple language, here is Alam's brief plea supporting a US-spec M3 Touring: "Please embrace Audi's decision to bring their RS6 Avant to the US Market and do the same with your … [Read more...] about Petition For Bringing BMW M3 Touring Wagon To US Is Gaining Steam