Category: Spyshots

Spyhots: BMW next 7-Series interior
A picture of the dashboard of the upcoming has emerged on the Internet.
The German car magazine, Autobild, has released a picture of a pre-production version dashboard of the next BMW 7-Series. The new dash keeps the overall shape of that of the current model, but adopts some curved lines and integrates the LCD screen. The pre-production dashboard mixes wood inserts and black panels on the central console.
As expected, the 7-Series inherits its gearstick from the X5 and keeps the controversial iDrive system. The gearstick will control the new eight-speed automatic gearbox.
April 21, 2008
Spyshots : Mercedes Classe E W 212
Here are some spyshots of the next-geenration E-Class, codenamed W212, which will be unveiled at the next Frankfurt Motor Show in 2009.
The spyshots confirm the renderings released by Worldcarfans last month. The next E-Class will be a combination of the company’s latest creations. From the S-Class, the future saloon will take the wheelarch extensions, the line below the door handles and big bumpers while its styling details will borrow the straight lines from the new GLK and its front facial will be inspired by the C-Class.
The next-gen E-Class will come with a wide range of petrol and diesel engines, from 4 cylinder units to the powerful AMG V8 engine for the petrol units and Bluetec technology for the diesel units. The executive saloon will also be equipped with the latest safety devices: lane-departure warnings, eye-movement monitor, traffic sign identification, road condition sensors and stability control for crosswinds, camber changes and tire wear.

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Source: Worldcarfans
April 9, 2008
Spyshots: VW Lavida
The VW Lavida was surprised during testing by Chinese spy photographers. The future saloon will be unveiled at the Beijing Motor Show.
The Lavida is expected to be sold as an upmarket model which might feature equipment seen on more expensive models. It is rumoured to use the Bora’s underpinnings, but with a final increased length of 100mm. The Lavida will be powered by 1.88-litre and 2.0-litre petrol engines.
With this new model, Volkswagen will try to take on the successful Buick Excelle which will be also facelifted at the Beijing Motor Show.
Source Chinacartimes
April 8, 2008
Spyshots: A V12-powered Range Rover?
This is probably pure speculation but according to spy photographers Land Rover is working on a V12-powered Range Rover.
The spotted Range Rover features a new front bumper with larger air intakes and four exhaust pipes. Both details suggest a bigger engine is under development at Land Rover, but a V12 is highly speculative. The next-generation is rumoured to move upmarket in an attempt to become the Bentley of SUVs. Rumours talk about a price tag up to £100,000.
A V12 engine would likely help to justify the hefty price. However such a big engine would also jeopardise the company’s CO2 fleet average.
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April 8, 2008
Spyshots: Facelifted 911 spotted
The expected facelifted 911 has been spotted by spy photographers during testing. The facelift will be evolutionary on the outside while the real changes will be hidden.
As usual, the The next 911 won’t feature heavy styling changes. The spied 911 had a slightly revised front and rear fascia while adopting new LED lights and a new exhaust system. What you can’t see is where Porsche engineers have focused their efforts. The six cylinder engine will see its displacement being increased from 3.6-litre to 3.8-litre and is rumoured to see its power being increased by 10-15%. The petrol unit will get the same direct-injection system introduced in the Cayenne last year. For the first time, the engine will be hooked up to a dual clutch gearbox, dubbed Porsche Doppel Kupplungen, or just PDK for short. The new gearbox is derived from the Volkswagen’s DSG gearbox.
The legendary sports car is expected to hit the showrooms in autumn of this year. All standard models, Carrera, Carrera S, Carrera 4, Carrera 4S will revamped as the same time. There are no information regarding the 911 Turbo which suffered from the comparison with the NIssan GT-R.

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Source: Car Magazine
April 7, 2008
Spyshots: Chery B13
Here are the spyshots of the Chery MPV called B13 due to be unveiled next month at the Beijing Motor Show
Little by little, Chery is building a complete lineup. The B13 had been displayed as a concept car at the 2006 Beijing Motor Show. Since then, news remained scarce and observers believed the MPV was whisked off as it’s the tradition among Chinese carmakers.
If the concept car featured rotating seats for the second row with table, the production version appears to be more conventional favouring roominess. However, the overall treatment is still heading for the top of the segment with leather upholstery and wood panels. The spotted B13 also featured a drop down DVD player from the roof.
Technically, the B13 will be powered by a turbocharged 2.0-litre four cylinder petrol engine hooked up to a six speed automatic gearbox. The B13 is expected to go on sale from May.
Source: Chinacartimes
March 21, 2008
Spyshot: Kia Soul

Here is a new spyshot of the future Soul model which will be launched later this year. The car has been spotted during and confirm a radical design unusual for the Korean car maker.
The Soul is Kia’s serious attempt to take on Scion Xb on the American market. Like the Scion model, it features a unique exterior styling which derives from eponym concept car unveiled three years ago. The production version will stay as close as possible to the concept car. The concept had been designed by the Korean and Californian company’s studios.
On the pictures, the Soul appears to be a large vehicle and there is no doubt the Soul will be roomy enough for five persons. it will be powered by a 2.0-litre four cylinder petrol engine hooked up to a five-speed automatic transmission.

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February 12, 2008
Spyshots: baby Rolls
The first spyshots and information about the baby Rolls are emerging on Internet. The future limousine has been spotted in the streets of Munich.
The future entry level Rolls Royce will share its underpinnings with the future 7-Series which will go on sale from 2009. Secrecy surrounds the powertrain although it is rumoured that the future Rolls Royce would be powered by the same V12 as the Phantom model and by a smaller engine shared with the 7-Series. According to some insiders, the baby Rolls might also feature a diesel engine.
The future saloon will be priced at £160,000 to £180,000, which is £70,000 to £90,000 less than the Phantom.
February 5, 2008
Spyshots: Audi A4 Allroad

The picture you see here is the front wheel of the future Audi A4 Allroad spotted during winter testing.
Like the Audi A6 Allroad, the car on the picture comes with similar wheel arches and side skirts. This Audi A4 also features a higher ride height and, of course, snow tyres. Normally, Allroad models are only available as an estate, but the spotted saloon might be only used for testing purposes.
The exact spec of this special A4 remains unknown although it is believed the car would be available with an engine range similar to Audi A6’s. There would be a 1.8-litre petrol engine with an output of 158bhp and a 2.0-litre TDI diesel engine producing either 138bhp or 168bhp.
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Source: Worldcarfans
February 4, 2008
Spyshots: Volkswagen Golf VI

Here are the first spyshots of the Golf VI due to be launched in May 2008. The next generation is set to lift a weight off Volkswagen’s shoulders by cutting production costs and improving reliability.
Do not expect a revolutionary design. The Golf VI will be a re-engineered version of the current model and will probably extend the current engine range. Power will go from 80bhp for the entry-level to 280bhp for the R36 flagship. The real changes will be geared towards the assembly line. According to insiders, the Golf V has a higher production cost than any of its rivals. Though this was not a weakness in the past thanks to the high price tag, justified by advanced technology compared to competitors, the market has not reacted favourably to the Golf V. Therefore, the German carmaker was obliged to review its price policy and settle for a thinner profit margin than originally planned.
When Wolfgang Bernhard joined the VW Group, one of his missions was to revamp the production system in order to cut costs on the Golf VI and, according to different sources the improvements will allow costs to be reduced by £1,300. This does not mean the car will look like a poorer Golf to customers. The next generation will still keep the multi-link rear axle and interior quality will be improved. But will it be enough to make the difference at at time when competitors are making big progress? The new Peugeot 308 interior, for example, is rather impressive.
As I mentioned earlier, do not expect a revolution regarding the design, but the arrival of the new VW brand boss Martin Winterkorn has led to a redesign of the front face. Expect to see a grill that takes inspiration from the Iroc concept car unveiled at the last Paris Motor Show.
August 4, 2007