Volkswagen has expanded its line-up of warmed-up electrical automobiles with new GTX variations of the ID 7 Tourer property and ID 3 hatchback – the latter serving as a long-awaited electrical various to the Golf GTI.
The ID 3 GTX has been on the playing cards because the EV was revealed in 2019 and at last arrives scorching on the heels of the technically an identical Cupra Born VZ, proven final month.
As normal, it’s fitted with Volkswagen’s newest APP550 electrical motor on the rear axle, which develops 282bhp – up from 201bhp in the usual automobile.
The enhance in torque is much more substantial, with the electrical motor placing out 402lb ft. That’s additionally significantly greater than the Volkswagen Golf R’s 310lb ft.
The top-of-the-line ID 3 GTX Performance is extra highly effective nonetheless, producing 322bhp for a 0-62mph time of 5.6sec, which makes it VW’s quickest-accelerating EV to this point.
Beyond the powertrain upgrades, Volkswagen’s scorching hatch has additionally gained a number of chassis and suspension tweaks supposed to present it a extra dynamic character.
The ID 3 GTX options retuned steering that has been configured to supply “greater precision”, and the Performance mannequin has a brand new Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) system – just like the Golf GTI – which makes use of extra sensors to detect wheel motion to enhance journey and dealing with.
The battery has grown in measurement barely for the GTX model of the ID 3, from 77kWh to 79kWh. Volkswagen claims a variety of as much as 373 miles for the usual GTX, although the Performance pack is more likely to scale back that barely.
DC charging peaks at 175kW to present a 10-80% cost in beneath half-hour.
Meanwhile, the ID 7 GTX Tourer comes as normal with a dual-motor powertrain that develops 335bhp and makes use of the identical 86kWh battery because the ID 7 Tourer Pro S.
Astra and Astra Sports Tourer now out there with 48V hybrid powertrain
New Astra and Astra Sports Tourer Hybrid function a brand new 1.2-litre petrol engine producing 136hp with a six-speed twin clutch computerized transmission and a 28hp electrical motor
Hybrid powertrain leads to as much as 19% decrease gasoline consumption in addition to decrease CO2 emissions in comparison with petrol variations of Astra and Astra Sports Tourer
Available in Design, GS and Ultimate specs
Orders are open now, with costs ranging from £30,025
Vauxhall has opened orders for the Astra Hybrid and Astra Sports Tourer Hybrid, that includes 48-volt hybrid expertise for improved effectivity and decrease emissions in comparison with equal petrol fashions. Prices begin from £30,025 with first deliveries commencing from July.
The new hybrid powertrain, additionally out there on New Corsa and Grandland, includes a lithium-ion battery with a capability of 0.89kWh which is routinely recharged underneath sure driving situations. This is mixed with a brand new era of 1.2-litre three-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine particularly developed for hybridisation. It produces 136hp at 5,500rpm and most torque of 230Nm at 1,750rpm.
The engine is paired to a brand new electrified six-speed twin clutch computerized transmission that has been designed for hybrid purposes. A everlasting magnet synchronous electrical motor is built-in into the gearbox and produces peak energy of 21kW (28hp) and most torque of 55Nm.
Enhanced effectivity and improved efficiency
Efficient and enjoyable to drive, 48V hybrid expertise is good for the Astra and Astra Sports Tourer. Compared with the same non-electrified Astra 1.2 (130PS) with an eight-speed computerized transmission, the brand new Astra Hybrid provides a discount in gasoline consumption of as much as 19% (56.5-60.1 mpg, WLTP mixed) and considerably decrease CO2 emissions of 106-112g/km CO2 (WLTP).
In on a regular basis driving, the Vauxhall Astra Hybrid and Astra Sport Tourer Hybrid’s petrol engine and electrical motor function collectively or individually to optimise vitality consumption and efficiency.
The electrical motor permits the Astra and Astra Sports Tourer Hybrid to be pushed quick distances on electrical energy alone underneath low torque necessities (e.g. when manoeuvring or underneath 18mph in metropolis site visitors). It additionally helps the petrol engine underneath acceleration, for instance when launching from a standstill. This contributes to a 0-62mph time of 9 seconds for the Astra Hybrid and 9.3 seconds for the Astra Sports Tourer Hybrid – 0.7 and 0.6 seconds quicker respectively than the equal petrol fashions.
During deceleration, the petrol engine stops and the e-motor acts as a generator to recharge the hybrid system’s 48V battery. The battery additionally shops the vitality retrieved by the regenerative braking system.
The new petrol engine has been enhanced for effectivity and operates within the Miller combustion cycle. This thermodynamic cycle is enabled by the variable geometry turbocharger, which improves efficiency at low rpm, and variable valve timing. A belt-driven starter combines with the e-motor to start out the petrol engine from chilly. The belt-starter additionally restarts the engine rapidly and effortlessly whereas driving.
The arrival of the Astra Hybrid and Astra Sports Tourer Hybrid widens the powertrain choices out there to clients, with each fashions already out there with absolutely electrical, petrol, Plug-in Hybrid and sporty GSe powertrains.
Specification
In line with Vauxhall’s simplified trim line-up, each the Astra Hybrid and Astra Sports Tourer Hybrid can be found in Design, GS and Ultimate specs.
Design is the entry-point to the Astra Hybrid and Astra Sports Tourer Hybrid vary, and is extraordinarily nicely outfitted. It options 16-inch alloy wheels and chrome-effect badging, whereas inside it advantages from a 10-inch touchscreen with wi-fi Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™. All Design fashions function full LED lighting, excessive beam help, entrance and rear parking distance sensors as nicely an array of driver-assistance tech, together with lane departure warning with lane maintain help, velocity signal recognition, driver drowsiness alert, adaptive cruise management and computerized emergency braking with pedestrian detection.
GS provides various design enhancements that make the Astra Hybrid and Astra Sports Tourer Hybrid even higher to take a look at, together with a contrasting black roof, a black Griffin emblem and Vizor body on the entrance and 17-inch black alloy wheels. Other additions over Design specification embody an Intelli-Vision 360° panoramic parking digital camera, heated entrance seats, a heated steering wheel, keyless entry and begin and the Pure Panel Pro digital show, which options an edge-to-edge glass end for the touchscreen and digital instrument cluster.
Top-of-the-range Ultimate trim enhances the Astra Hybrid and Astra Sports Tourer Hybrid even additional, with Vauxhall’s class-leading adaptive IntelliLux LED® pixel headlights offering distinctive visibility at evening, whereas Alcantara seat trim and a panoramic sunroof improve the sense of favor. Intelli-Drive 2.0 can be out there and options Vauxhall’s most superior and intuitive driver help applied sciences, together with Semi-Automated Lane Change Assist and Advanced Intelligent Speed Adaptation.
Astra Hybrid and Astra Sports Tourer Hybrid – Pricing
The Volkswagen ID 7 Tourer has damaged cowl as a glossy electrical estate which the German agency hopes will broaden the enchantment of its flagship EV and solidify its place within the government market.
Described because the “electric all-rounder of the new era”, the Tourer will arrive within the second half of 2024 to tackle the BMW i5 Touring and forthcoming Audi A6 E-tron Avant.
Measuring 4961mm lengthy, 1862 mm extensive and 1536mm tall, the property is proportionally similar to the ID 7 saloon, however is shorter, wider and taller than the next-generation Volkswagen Passat, for which the Tourer serves as an oblique electrical different.
It has a 545-litre boot, marginally smaller than the BMW’s 570 litres, however that rises to 1714 litres with the again seats folded to provide the Tourer a load-lugging edge over the likes of the Peugeot E-308 SW and MG 5 estates.
Visually, the Tourer builds on the aerodynamically optimised styling of the ID 7, with its lengthy, rakish silhouette netting a drag coefficient of 0.24 – simply 0.1Cd greater than the saloon.
From launch, the ID 7 Tourer will likely be provided in two trims: the Tourer Pro will arrive with a 77kWh battery able to charging at speeds of as much as 175kW for a 10-80% charging time of round 28 minutes.
Topping the line-up is the Pro S, which utilises Volkswagen’s bigger 86kWh battery for a WLTP vary of 426 miles – simply 9 miles lower than the saloon model, and the longest vary of any electrical property on sale. The S may also cost barely faster, with a most pace of 200kW.
Both variations characteristic Volkswagen’s newest APP550 electrical motor, creating 282bhp and 402 lb ft of torque, on the rear axle – which ought to give a 0-62mph time of just below 7.0secs. A performance-oriented, four-wheel-drive GTX variant is predicted to be added later.
Inside, the Tourer makes use of the identical 15in touchscreen infotainment show because the saloon, which was closely up to date in a bid by Volkswagen to enhance its usability, graphics and processing occasions.
It additionally will get Volkswagen’s new IDA voice assistant system, which makes use of ChatGPT to supply extra ‘human’ and conversational interactions – though this can come as an over-the-air replace post-launch.
Optional options embrace an electronically managed panoramic roof which may both be made opaque or clear on the contact of a button, therapeutic massage seats, and a brand new Wellness app which adjusts the lighting, stereo and local weather management for a calmer surroundings when wanted.
UK pricing is but to be revealed, however Volkswagen’s first electrical property automobile ought to command a premium over the saloon and begin from round £55,000.
Large property automotive: with the ID.7 Tourer, one of many first electrical property automobiles within the higher mid-sized class makes its debut in Europe
Generous house: the ID.7 Tourer affords house for 5 individuals with as much as 605 litres of bags. With two individuals on board, the load capability will increase to as much as 1,714 litres
Long vary: the ID.7 Tourer shall be accessible with two battery sizes. The top-of-the-range model is anticipated to realize ranges of as much as 685 km
Outstanding consolation: a brand new computerized air conditioner, optionally accessible seats with pressure-point therapeutic massage and air con, and the brand new Wellness In Car app supply a premium-class expertise
The ID.7 is the flagship amongst electrical Volkswagen fashions – a progressive fastback saloon with an extended vary. Volkswagen is now increasing the ID.7 portfolio in Europe with an property automotive: the all-new ID.7 Tourer. It is among the first all-electric property automobiles within the higher mid-sized class. Volkswagen can also be represented on this class with the brand new Passat Variant. Both product strains complement one another and collectively cowl all related drive sorts – from extremely environment friendly petrol and diesel engines to plug-in hybrids with a predicted electrical vary of greater than 100 kilometres (WLTP) and all-electric autos. The new ID.7 Tourer combines the emissions benefits of electrical mobility with lengthy WLTP ranges (as much as 685 km), a high-quality cockpit panorama, excellent journey consolation and superior spaciousness – making it an excellent enterprise automotive. Europe-wide presales are scheduled to start out within the first quarter of this yr.
Strong higher mid-sized class. Imelda Labbé, Member of the Volkswagen Brand Board of Management, liable for Sales, Marketing and Aftersales, says: “The new ID.7 Tourer is an ideal property mannequin, particularly for households and long-distance drivers. With loads of house and a excessive degree of consolation, it impresses totally electrically with lengthy ranges!” The ID.7 Tourer shall be produced along with the ID.7 fastback saloon and the ID.4 SUV on the electrical mobility plant in Emden, Germany.
Electric all-rounder. The ID.7 Tourer differs considerably from the fastback saloon on the rear. The lengthy roof line and its elegant transition to the boot lid specifically are placing design options of the electrical property. In phrases of favor, the Tourer is a fusion of a traditional property within the format of the Passat, and a dynamic taking pictures brake such because the Arteon. Thanks to the elevated peak on the rear, the bags compartment quantity is even bigger than that of the fastback saloon: with 5 individuals on board, the ID.7 Tourer has a baggage capability of as much as 605 litres (rear seat backrest in cargo place). When loaded as much as the backrests of the entrance seats and as much as the roof, this determine rises to as much as 1,714 litres.
Up to 685 km WLTP vary. The new ID.7 Tourer is provided with the latest-generation electrical drive system. Volkswagen will supply two completely different battery sizes for the ID.7 Tourer. Depending on the battery vitality content material, the electrical touring automotive is anticipated to realize WLTP ranges of as much as 685 km. The largest battery is designed for a most charging capability of as much as 200 kW at DC quick-charging stations. At this energy degree, the battery might be recharged from 10 to 80 per cent in considerably lower than half-hour.
AR head-up show as commonplace. The new ID.7 Tourer shall be launched with revolutionary technological options, together with an augmented-reality (AR) head-up show outfitted as commonplace. This initiatives info related to the journey into the driving force’s visual view, so their eyes can keep targeted on the highway. At the identical time, the AR head-up show modifications the cockpit structure as a result of it permits traditional devices to develop into compact.
New Wellness In-Car app. In the brand new ID.7 Tourer Volkswagen is implementing premium-class consolation. This is made attainable with particulars comparable to vents which can be robotically operated by small management motors, and ergoActive seats with a brand new pressure-point therapeutic massage perform and computerized air con. Another innovation on board is the panoramic sunroof with good glass – right here, the glass layers might be electronically switched to be both opaque or clear. The Wellness In-Car app can also be fully new. This permits numerous automobile capabilities to be adjusted by the use of three preconfigured programmes (Fresh Up, Calm Down and Power Break) which will help to reinforce wellbeing through the journey or breaks. Depending on the automobile gear, the app accesses the background lighting, sound, air con, good glass perform, seat air con and seat therapeutic massage in addition to the ID.LIGHT and the infotainment display.
Moto Guzzi’s latest tourer, the V100 Mandello, has confirmed to be fairly the heavy hitter. Praised everywhere in the world due to its versatility and spectacular efficiency, the bike stands an opportunity to breathe a lot wanted new life into the historic Italian model. That mentioned, aftermarket manufacturers are recognizing the bike’s potential, and at the moment are rolling out new merchandise for the tourer.
SC-Project, as an illustration, one of the esteemed Italian exhaust specialists available in the market, has launched not one, however two new exhaust techniques for the V100 Mandello. More generally discovered on high-performance bare and sportbikes, SC-Project’s exhaust techniques are significantly loud, and may do a great job in including some grunt to the V100’s in any other case mellow V-twin powerplant. Let’s take a better take a look at the 2 exhaust techniques.
SC-Project SC1-R
The SC1-R is a well-liked exhaust mannequin that makes use of a big canister that intently resembles the proportions of inventory exhaust techniques. It’s excellent for people searching for that OEM-plus aesthetic, because it doesn’t detract an excessive amount of from the bike’s unique styling, and certainly, that is the case with the V100 Mandello. The SC1-R is obtainable in two finishes – titanium and matte black, and is constructed with a titanium sleeve, AISI 304 stainless-steel becoming, and a carbon fiber finish cap.
For a extra refined really feel, the bracket comes with a vibration damper, in addition to a carbon fiber warmth protect to maintain issues wanting clear, and stop you from melting the heel of your boot as you trip alongside. This explicit mannequin is Euro 5-approved and meets the TÜV commonplace to be used on the highway. According to SC-Project, it bumps efficiency by 1.4 horsepower at 6,100 rpm and 1.5 Nm (1.1 pound-feet) of torque at 6,100 rpm. More importantly, it sheds 1.2 kilos (2.6 kilos) versus the inventory exhaust, and is suitable with the inventory aspect panniers and middle stand.
SC-Project S1
For all intents and functions, the Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello is a road-going sport-tourer. However, if for no matter cause you wish to flip it right into a track-only machine, then the SC-Project S1 is ideal for you. Found on highly effective machines just like the BMW S 1000 RR and Ducati Streetfighter V4, the SC-Project S1 is a track-only exhaust system that focuses on lowering weight and growing energy. As such, stuff like noise and emissions compliance exit the window. For the V100 Mandello, the S1 guarantees positive factors of two.4 horsepower and a pair of Nm (1.48 pound-feet) at 8,400 rpm and a weight discount of 1.8 kilograms.
Pricing and availability
Naturally, the extra good choice right here can be the SC1-R exhaust system, because it retains the bike’s street-legality. It’s inevitably the dearer possibility among the many two, beginning at 680 euros ($742 USD) for the Titanium end, and 840 euros ($917 USD) for the matte black end. Meanwhile, the S1 carries a 560-euro ($611 USD) price ticket for the Titanium model, and 680 euros ($742 USD) for the Black model.
The Ferrari 812 Superfast will retain the V12, and our spies uncover the 2024 Volkswagen ID.7 Tourer and 2024 AMG GT 55 Coupe.
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Ferrari Sticking To Naturally Aspirated V12 Engine
All of Ferrari’s fashions presently on sale have both a V6 or a V8 engine. However, the demise of the 812 Superfast didn’t mark the tip of the highway for the V12 because the powerhouse will proceed. Although the LaFerrari substitute is extensively believed to drop the twelve-cylinder monster when it debuts subsequent yr, the 812 substitute will retain the 6.5-liter unit.
That’s regardless of the very fact Ferrari head of design Flavio Manzoni informed Autocar “a V8 turbo could make it better in terms of performance.” He went on to confess a V12 is “not the most efficient” powertrain however the Prancing Horse should “fight for this engine” and maintain it round for so long as potential.
The 812 successor may have much more than the 830 horsepower discovered within the Competizione and Competizione A. Back in May 2021, Ferrari’s technical boss Michael Leiters promised a fair stronger V12: “We’re working on that.” The new supercar is anticipated to return out in 2024 contemplating prototypes have lately been noticed carrying the full production body. Hopefully, it will keep naturally aspirated slightly than happening the pressured induction route.
2024 Mercedes-AMG GT 55 Coupe and Volkswagen ID.7 Tourer Spied With Minimal Camouflage
The 2023 Tokyo motor show has unveiled some exciting new concepts and designs for future vehicles. Let’s take a closer look at some of the highlights:
Nissan Hyper Urban
The Nissan Hyper Urban is a crossover vehicle that is comparable in size to the Qashqai. It is designed to be easily upgradable as technology advances, with a removable instrument panel that can be replaced with one featuring future technologies. The Hyper Urban also incorporates grid-balancing V2X technology.
Subaru Sport Mobility Concept
Subaru has showcased the Sport Mobility Concept, a rugged sports coupé that pays homage to Subaru’s rallying heritage. This concept introduces new design elements that deviate from Subaru’s current lineup. It also hints at the potential use of advanced torque vectoring technology, giving the driver control over all four wheels.
Suzuki presents the eVX, their first electric vehicle that falls into the S-Cross size category. The eVX aims to carry forward Suzuki’s 4×4 legacy while embracing electric power. The concept, which was showcased at Auto Expo 2023 in Delhi, is equipped with a 60kWh battery, offering an impressive range of 550km (342 miles) on a single charge.
Suzuki has also introduced the eWX concept, a fun and practical crossover that sets the stage for the next-generation Wagon R Kei car. It embraces electric power and provides a range of 142 miles on a single charge.
These concepts from Nissan, Subaru, and Suzuki demonstrate the innovative direction the automotive industry is heading towards at the 2023 Tokyo motor show. With their cutting-edge features and technologies, these vehicles hold great promise for the future.
The Lexus LC is a unique grand tourer that combines luxury and high performance at a slightly lower price than its European rivals.
Its sleek design stays true to its concept car origins, making it stand out in a crowd and giving it the potential to become a future classic.
With a well-appointed interior, intuitive controls, and a choice between a smooth V-8 engine or a hybrid drivetrain, the Lexus LC offers a modern GT experience with the right amount of analog feel.
Grand tourers (GT) are such a specialty segment of the automotive industry. With luxury married with high performance, these vehicles are the epitome of an emotional purchase. It also doesn’t help with the fact that these are only two-door vehicles, which further limits the appeal of these vehicles to being just expensive toys for the rich.
This is why there aren’t a lot of GTs out there, and if there are any, it’s an elite list of vehicles that’s dominated by European brands. There is a GT, however, that is born out of Japan and is oozing elegance and style in the same way its European rivals could do, but at slightly lower prices. That vehicle in question is the Lexus LC.
When the Lexus LC first came out at the 2016 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), the beautifully styled coupe immediately captured the eyes of car enthusiasts because it looked so much like the LF-LC Concept that previewed this GT. Usually, the transition from concept to production means a heavily watered-down version of the vehicle that previewed it. Just look at cars like the previous generation Subaru WRX, whose concept prototype looked so radical, while the production WRX looks very ordinary in comparison. There’s nothing inherently wrong with the production model, but the bar was set so high by the concept, that many were disappointed when they saw the production WRX.
Not so with the Lexus LC. It maintained the smooth lines of the LF-LC Concept, while the proportions were only slightly altered in order to provide better interior room. The side mirrors that are extraordinarily thin have also been swapped for bigger, more conventionally sized ones that still look stylish. Large 20-inch wheels fill the wheel wells nicely, and in between those wheels is a tapering body that gives the illusion of a pinched waist.
Lexus
The side profile of the Lexus LC looks very clean, characterized by curves and surfaces that take advantage of the interplay of light and shadow to add depth to its design. The rear end of the LC is equally striking, with three-dimensional LED taillights housed in a silver boomerang-shaped bezel that also contains the vertical LED turn signals. It was basically a concept car that you could buy but without the weird pre-production quirks associated with prototypes.
An Interior That’s An Extension Of Your Living Room
Lexus
Likewise, the interior of the Lexus LC is well-appointed and stylish to look at. The materials are top-notch, and the way that the cockpit wraps around the driver creates a very cocooned feel. This was achieved through multiple layers on the dash wherein the 10.3-inch infotainment screen for the Lexus Remote Touch infotainment was housed in a glass piece along with a decorative panel and an analog clock that was unlike anything else on the road at the time. Every layer of the interior had a sense of design flourish, from the buttons to the switches and storage bins. It was Lexus design at its finest.
However, a lot of people loathed the previous Lexus Remote Touch touchpad-based infotainment system, and since the LC came out in 2017, its interior layout has centered around that interface. Now, for the 2024 model year, as Lexus is spreading out its touchscreen-based Lexus Interface operating system, it meant that a new, bigger 12.3-inch display had to be fitted and thus moved closer to the driver. As a result, this spelled a bit of a design problem. The screen’s integration into the dash lacked any cohesion compared to the past screen. Still, the LC’s interior in 2023 manages to look stylish and modern to look at.
Lexus
While the interior of the LC is tech-savvy, the operation of it all is intuitive and user-friendly. Because the vehicle first came out in 2017, it means that it still contained a plethora of physical controls as opposed to putting everything in the infotainment system. At the same time, those said controls were great to the touch. The metal buttons had a feeling of heft and quality that will never be replicated in capacitive touch surfaces and touch screens. More importantly, the interior was comfortable, with seats that are unmistakably Lexus in terms of comfort. It was a true GT in every sense of the word, but at a price tag that undercuts all of its European rivals.
A Choice Between An Old-School V-8 Or A Modern Hybrid
TopSpeed
The powertrain choices are also quite interesting because the Lexus LC came with either an old-school 5.0-liter naturally-aspirated V-8, or a modern 3.5-liter V-6 hybrid drivetrain. The former choice is an oldie but still a goldie because while its 471 horses and 398 pound-feet of torque aren’t plentiful by today’s standards of forced induction and electrified drivetrains, it’s not what you’d still call underpowered by any means. That V-8 is extremely smooth, and it delivers power linearly that forced induction engines can’t replicate. At the same time, this V-8 sounds amazing, and it also certainly helps that it’s bulletproof and reliable while it sends all of that power to the rear wheels via a ten-speed automatic and through a Torsen limited-slip differential.
The V-6 hybrid, on the other hand, is still good, though with so much complexity in handling two drivetrain sources, the driving experience is less cohesive compared to the V-8. That V-6 drivetrain is married to electric motors at the front axle along with a transmission that combines a CVT and a four-speed automatic, which simulates ten gears. Yes, this means that this model, which is called the LC 500h, is all-wheel drive (AWD).
Lexus
The platform that the Lexus LC uses is also pretty solid, too. Using the same TNGA-L platform as the Lexus LS, it had the right fundamentals for a GT that delivered a luxurious yet sporty driving experience. The BMW 8 Series and Mercedes-AMG SL both feel more athletic to drive than the LC, but the LC is still no slouch when it comes to the bends.
Lexus LC
BMW 8 Series
Mercedes-AMG SL
Horsepower
354 – 471 hp
355 – 617 hp
377 – 577 hp
Torque
369 – 398 lb-ft
369 – 553 lb-ft
354 – 590 lb-ft
Engine Choices
3.5 V-6 hybrid, 5.0 V-8
3.0 turbo straight-six, 4.4 twin-turbo V-8
2.0 turbo 4-cyl, 4.0 twin-turbo V-8
Drivetrain Layout
RWD, AWD
RWD, AWD
RWD, AWD
0-62 MPH
5.4 – 4.7 seconds
5.3 – 2.7 seconds
4.9 – 3.6 seconds
Base Price
$98,850
$90,800
$109,900
Arguably, though, it’s the LC that looks more special and is more of an occasion whenever one drives down a busy street. For comparison’s sake, here’s how the LC stacks up against the SL and the 8 Series.
Because of all these ingredients that make the LC so desirable, we argue that this is a Lexus that could become a future classic. The combination of seductive styling, a well-appointed interior, as well as offering just the right amount of technology without overwhelming the driving experience means that it’s a GT that’s modern with just the right amount of analog feel. Oh, and because it’s a Lexus, this is a future classic that won’t be a pain to own long-term. After all, luxury isn’t just about the feeling of being special, but it also means having fewer headaches when owning a vehicle long-term.
The Ferrari 812 Competizione, a classic grand tourer featuring a front-mounted V12 engine powering the rear wheels, has received a performance enhancement from tuning company Novitec.
Novitec has increased the power output to an impressive 854 horsepower (637 kilowatts) and torque to 524 pound-feet (711 Newton-meters). Additionally, the tuner offers a gold-plated exhaust system, and buyers have the option to choose active sound management.
The 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe is not lacking in power, but does its interior justify the “Grand Tourer” label? Being a Mercedes, expectations are high. Firstly, it features a 2+2 seating arrangement, allowing for additional passengers in the back and more storage space for luggage, golf bags, tennis rackets, or any other items you may have while on a grand tour.
To create a pleasant ambiance, the interior is equipped with 64-color ambient lighting. There’s also an optional “Energizing” interior package available, which includes massaging seats and customizable lighting moods.
Mercedes-AMG
For its infotainment system, the AMG GT Coupe features an 11.9-inch portrait display powered by Mercedes’ MBUX operating system. The gauges and driver information are presented on a 12.3-inch panel behind the steering wheel. Additionally, the car offers the “AMG TRACK PACE” feature, which logs and displays up to 40 parameters of driving data during spirited driving sessions.
The seats are not only comfortable but also functional, with added bolsters for enhanced support during track sessions or on twisty roads.
Mercedes-AMG
Pricing for the second-generation AMG GT has not been announced by Mercedes-AMG yet, but deliveries are slated to begin in the first half of the next year.
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