The V10 family hauler is back... in Photoshop. Renault took the 1994 Paris Motor Show by storm with the unveiling of what is arguably the most ludicrous minivan ever built. We’re using “ludicrous” in the most positive way possible as the one-off Espace F1 had a lot going for it. Built to celebrate the minivan’s tenth anniversary, the impressive build was co-developed with Matra as a mid-engined family hauler with a V10 taken from a Formula 1 car. The spirit of the Espace F1 is alive and well some 27 years later as a talented artist has resurrected the rear-wheel-drive minivan with its 3.5-liter engine producing up to 820 horsepower. If you recall, the original concept had the powertrain sourced from the 1993 Williams-Renault FW15C Formula 1 car and used a carbon fiber body to keep weight down to a low 2,866 pounds (1,300 kilograms). The adjacent rendering is based on the latest Espace, an endangered model in Renault’s lineup as the minivan could bite the dust as … [Read more...] about Renault Espace F1 Revival Rendering Says No To Boring Minivans
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Renault Espace Gets Alpine Engine With 225 Horsepower
Will this engine also find its way inside the new Megane RS ? The Renault Espace has reached 2017 model year in its domestic market French where the stylish MPV is now being offered with a new gasoline engine. Gone is the old turbocharged 1.6-liter unit with 200 horsepower as instead the people carrier has gained a larger 1.8-liter mill. If the displacement sounds familiar, there’s a very good reason for that. The four-cylinder has actually been sourced from the new Alpine A110 sports car. Facelift is coming: 2019 Renault Espace Caught Dancing In The Snow Renault Espace Spied Getting Ready For A Minor Refresh While in the rear-wheel-drive machine it pumps out 252 horsepower and 320 Newton-meters of torque, in the 2017 Renault Espace it has been de-tuned to 225 hp and 300 Nm. Even so, it still has an extra 25 hp and 40 Nm over the engine it replaces. Thanks to the extra muscle, the new Energy TCe 225 has slashed a full second from the 0-62 mph (0-100 … [Read more...] about Renault Espace Gets Alpine Engine With 225 Horsepower
Volkswagen Vitrus Spotted Testing Once Again In India: Here Are All The Details!
Home Four wheelers oi-Promeet Ghosh By Promeet Ghosh Updated: Friday, February 26, 2021, 18:46 [IST] The Volkswagen Virtus has been spotted doing its latest round of testing in the Indian market a couple of times. The German automaker could be testing the sedan model for its compatibility in our country roads, which will help with research and development. However, According to the latest report by Autocar India , the Volkswagen Vitrus has been spotted testing once again in India. The Volkswagen Virtus uses the brand's famous MQB platform. As a result, the Indian market will not be getting the same sedan model. The platform will undergo heavy localization to suit the Indian market. The new sedan is expected to borrow its design inspiration from the Volkswagen Virtus along with the features list as well. This includes LED lighting, strong shoulder line, front fascia and alloy wheels; among others. On the inside, … [Read more...] about Volkswagen Vitrus Spotted Testing Once Again In India: Here Are All The Details!
Land Rover Defender V8 Launched Globally: The Most Powerful Defender To Date
Home Four wheelers oi-Promeet Ghosh By Promeet Ghosh Updated: Friday, February 26, 2021, 17:29 [IST] Land Rover has launched the powerful Defender V8 globally. The new Land Rover Defender V8 puts out 518bhp making it the most powerful Defender ever to hit series production. The Defender V8 provides a unique combination of performance and capability, with bespoke chassis settings delivering new levels of driver engagement and agility both on and off-road. David Hemming, Chief Product Engineer, Jaguar Land Rover stated, "The introduction of our V8 powertrain adds a new dimension of driving engagement and off-road capability to Defender. Fast and fun to drive, it represents the pinnacle of the Defender family and is as rewarding on the road as it is capable off it. We've also broadened the appeal of the entire Defender line-up with new derivatives, option packs and enhanced connectivity, so there really is a Defender for … [Read more...] about Land Rover Defender V8 Launched Globally: The Most Powerful Defender To Date
BMW R nineT & R nineT Scrambler Launched In India: Prices Start At Rs 16.75 Lakh
Home Two wheelers oi-Rahul Nagaraj By Rahul Nagaraj Updated: Friday, February 26, 2021, 15:43 [IST] BMW Motorrad has launched their latest R nineT and R nineT Scrambler offerings in the Indian market. The new BMW R nineT and R nineT Scrambler are priced at Rs 18.50 lakh and Rs 16.75 lakh, respectively. Both prices are ex-showroom (India). Both the BMW R nineT and R nineT Scrambler will be imported into India via the CBU (Completely Built Unit) route. Bookings for both motorcycles can now be made across all BMW Motorrad dealerships in India. Deliveries for the same are expected to begin shortly. The motorcycles come packed with a host of features, equipment and technology. This includes the use of state-of-the-art LED headlamps with integrated LED DRLs, twin-pod instrument cluster (only on the R nineT) and twin-can exhausts. The range-topping R nineT is equipped with spoke wheels, while the R nineT Scrambler comes … [Read more...] about BMW R nineT & R nineT Scrambler Launched In India: Prices Start At Rs 16.75 Lakh