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New models at Shanghai auto show
(China Daily)
Updated: 2007-04-21 15:53
1. Audi Cross Coupe Quattro
The Audi Cross Coupe Quattro is to make its global debut at Auto Shanghai
2007. The concept model combines the design and dynamism of a compact
premium sports car with the spaciousness and versatility of a four-seat
sport utility vehicle. It is equipped with a transverse-mounted,
four-cylinder, 2.0-liter TDI diesel engine and a S-Tronic 6-speed
gearbox. The vehicle has a peak power output of 150 KW and offers a top
torque of 400Nm/2,000-3,000 rpm. It needs only 5.9 liters of diesel per
100 kilometers. Its diesel particulate filter and Bluetec system reduce
soot and nitric oxide emissions effectively. The model is 4,380
millimeters long, 1,820 millimeters wide and 1,600 millimeters high with
a 2,600-millimeter wheelbase.
2. VW CrossPolo
The Volkswagen CrossPolo subcompact car will be produced at the German
carmaker's joint venture with SAIC Motor Corp at the end of this year.
The model comes with a four-cylinder, 1.6-liter engine, which produces
maximum power of 77KW/5,600rpm. With a six-speed automatic gearbox
offering a top torque of 153Nm/3,800rpm, the CrossPolo can accelerate
from zero to 100 kilometers per hour within 12.4 seconds. It has a top
speed of 182 kilometers per hour and its fuel consumption per 100
kilometers stands at 7.6 liters. The CrossPolo meets the European IV
emission standard. The model is 3,925 millimeters long, 1,671 millimeters
wide and 1,499 millimeters high. It has a 2,465-millimeter wheelbase.
3. Chevrolet Volt
The new-generation Chevrolet Volt concept sedan will make its global
debut at Auto Shanghai 2007. The model comes with General Motors' latest
industry-leading "E-Flex" all-wheel electrically driven system that uses
a fuel cell and a "plug-in" charged storage battery. Its fuel cells
produce peak power of 80KW and continuous power of 80KW with a hydrogen
storage capacity of 4kg. It can accelerate from zero to 60 miles per hour
in 8 to 8.5 seconds. The sedan has a highest speed of 192 kilometers per
hour. The model has a body-frame-integral structure with composite
exterior panels and roof. It is 4.318 meters long, 1.791 meters wide and
1.336 meters high.
4. Ford Mondeo
Ford's third-generation Mondeo, which made its global debut last month in
Geneva, will be introduced into the company's China venture in the second
half of this year. The model's exterior brings Ford's "Kinetic design"
from language and philosophy to new levels, embodying all of its key
elements. These create a sleek and dynamic profile that represents
"energy in motion", and delivers a design presence that signals power and
grace, setting it apart from run-of-the-mill cars. The new Mondeo is the
first Ford production model to feature the company's award-winning
Easyfuel system that guarantees against both petrol and diesel
misfuelling at the filling pump as the fuel filler neck aperture has been
specifically designed around the different sizes of fuel nozzles.
5. SAIC's fuel-cell sedan
The hydrogen-powered fuel-cell sedan under the Shanghai brand, from SAIC
Motor Corp, produces maximum power of 60 kilowatts and has a highest
speed of 150 kilometers per hour. The Shanghai sedan comes with fuel cell
batteries developed by the group itself. It is the first time for the
group to revive the Shanghai brand since it abandoned the marque 16 years
ago. According to SAIC's plan, it will start demonstration operations of
the Shanghai fuel-cell sedan before 2010. It plans to put the fuel-cell
sedan into commercial production and make 1,000 units in 2010. the model
is expected to be the first fuel-cell passenger model produced
commercially in China.
6. Chrysler Sebring
The Chrysler Sebring mid-sized sedan will be introduced into
DaimlerChrysler's joint venture with Beijing Automotive Industry Corp
later this year. The model has three engine options 2.0, 2.4 and 2.7
liters. The 2.7-liter can produce maximum power of 142KW/6,400rpm and
offer a top torque of 258Nm/4,000rpm. All of the three versions meet the
European IV emission standard. The Sebring is 4,842 millimeters long,
1,808 millimeters wide and 1,498 millimeters high. It has a
2,765-millimeter wheelbase. DaimlerChrysler's joint venture is making
Chrysler's 300C large-sized sedan and Mercedes-Benz E-Class sedans.
7. Acura MDX
The Acura MDX sport utility vehicle from Honda was launched on April 13
in China as an import from North America. The model is equipped with a
3.7-liter V6 SOHC VTEC engine and a five-speed sequential sport-shift
automatic gearbox. It produces maximum power of 226KW/6,200rpm and offers
a peak torque of 379Nm/5,000rpm. The Acura MDX is 4.850 meters long, 1.99
meters wide and 1.748 meters high. It has a 2.75-meter wheelbase.
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