Mazda 8 Have No Opponent

In theory the presence of Mazda 8 here has no opponent. Somewhat difficult to find points of comparison. Of machine capacity, Mazda 8 slightly different from those rivals. If you want to find a point of price temunya moreover, although equally functional MPV vehicles. Of the price, vehicle manufacturers Hiroshima, Japan is in the premium segment of the MPV in this price range 400-800 million dollars, which the players did very little. If you want to shoot the nose, the real challengernya is Honda odyssey, which in terms of price is much more expensive.

PT. Mazda Motor Indonesia (MMI), Mazda's sole agent in Indonesia, quite strategically well positioned Mazda 8 in the niche market that is still quite relieved. Moreover, the prestige odyssey now slumped after the presence of a large premium MPV like the Toyota Corolla, VW Caravelle and Hyundai H-1. Here are the game: if odyssey is now less okay, if Mazda 8 freely enough to play in this segment? If Hyundai H-1 that are cheaper just to sell, why Mazda 8 does not?

This is Mazda, and you can immediately recognize it through two separate grille and chrome plate painted with emblems plus "flying wings". This vehicle may already be familiar to you. This car is the third generation of vehicles on the two previous generations called the Mazda MPV. Moreover, long before the slide, Mazda 8 is the subject of gossip and sneak preview at an event pre IIMS 2011. Mazda 8 edition of 2011 is quite a large MPV, larger than the Mazda 5. Dimensions are also larger than the Honda odyssey that head to head directly.

For example the length of 4860 mm Mazda's odyssey versus 4800 mm. Wheelbasenya even higher than the Toyota Alphard whose dimensions are longer. As a large MPV, 7 passenger vehicle is like a sailing yacht: long, flat, with sharp muzzle and large rounded body. Is similar. Of course, without a screen. But Mazda 8 does not seem feminine, like its rivals. This mazda, and you can immediately recognize it through two separate grille and chrome plate painted with emblems plus the wings of flying birds. A pair of Xenon HID low beam headlights with auto leveling and auto on / off switch mounted on the right and left who also took the fog lamp supported chrome shades. While the exterior shows the impression of a strong and muscular, the inside is so neat, comfortable, and roomy. Front row seat to the rear are made of quality leather and very comfortable beige.

Mazda 8 Specifications:

Price: $ 498 million

Vehicle Layout: front engine, 7 passengers, MPV

Engine: MZR inline 4-cylinder, 16 valve DOHC

Capacity: 2260 cc

Power: 163 hp at 6500 rpm

Torque: 203 Nm at 3500 rpm

Transmission: 5-speed Activematic

Suspension front / rear: independent multilink

Wheelbase: 2950 mm

Jeep Wrangler, SUV Trend, Crossing the Rubicon

Seeing is not enough to be able to tell, but the fact is the Jeep Wrangler has undergone a transformation. Its iconic heritage, 7 slot grille, round headlights, short wheelbase, soft or hard top, still clearly visible. But make no mistake that this Jeep gives the offroader a big change for 2012. Hold an invitation to test Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 2012 in one of the most difficult path for 4x4 vehicles, which are often used by virtually all exclusive vehicles that have been modified. If we observe a Jeep that was the result of major changes in both the Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited 4-door. The first part of the changes made in model year 2011, when it JK (Wrangler code name of the current generation) get a new interior, and the color of the new hard top and fender flares for the variant Sahara. Hard top using the same composite material as before, that sounds like small change, but it actually has huge impact on the appearance of the Wrangler. In addition, a larger rear window for model year 2011, increasing visibility.

For the 2012 model, hard tops and body color fender flares be optional on the variant Rubicon goods as well. The interior also got a touch of the revised range. Including the use of high quality materials, a redesigned center stack, instrument panel all new, and more soundproof. New jeep Wrangler also obtain additional number of devices comfort like never before, seat heaters, power heated mirrors, and steering wheel controls. All Wrangler models that includes cabin 2012 as the best cabin in the ranks of the Wrangler. The second part, before the outgoing 2012 model, Jeep Wrangler will get noticed Pentastar engine, although the plant origin of Michigan has not made an official announcement. The combination makes the perfect Wrangler 2012: more power, greater torque, and more fuel efficient. V6 engine that powered the previous capacity of 3.8 L 202 HP and 321 Nm of torque all be replaced with aluminum Pentastar V6 is a smaller capacity (3.6 liter) but was able to catapult 285 horsepower and 353 Nm.

At the 6-speed manual transmission model will be retained, but the four-speed automatic transmission disposed replaced with a 5 speed as used Grand Cheroker. New Wrangler also still carried the essential mechanical features of the old, such as axles, suspension, steering, and brakes. Similarly, the dimensions and body structure. At the time of testing, had to go through the street uphill and down sharply with the vacant traffic conditions, so they can test the acceleration Pentastar. It turns out 3.6 liter V6 engine is proven shine, although the combination of path uphill and winding-down the engine at a time can reveal weaknesses now than ever before.

Toyota New Camry 2012, playing it safe for sales supremacy

Toyota New Camry 2012 - This car is more economical fuel consumption than previous generations. And also the weight of the car is becoming increasingly lightweight spinning tires wear much less with low resistance (low rolling resistance) that make vehicles more fuel efficient than previous models. Camry has been circulating since 1982 and led the sale of passenger cars in the USA for 13 years from the last 14 years. In addition to dominate sales, camry also has been crowned the best car in its class for 20 years, so that development tend to be gradual. Appearance similar to the latest camry corolla, especially on the surface of the side, Toyota claims, linking headlamp with a grille makes the car look bigger, although judging by the eye look more narrow and not greater than the corolla.

Toyota Camry 2012 Specifications:
Base price: USD 21,000-USD 32,000
Engine layout: front engine, FWD, 5 passenger, 4-door sedan
Engine: 2.5 L 4-cylinder DOHC 16-valve (178 HP/235 Nm), 3.5 L V6 DOHC 24 valve (268 hp/336 Nm), 4-cylinder DOHC 16-valve 2.5 L (156 HP/212 Nm) plus 141 HP/270 Nm electric motor, the combination of 200 HP
Transmission: 6 speed automatic or continuously variable automatic
Gross Weight: 1452-1565 kg
Wheelbase: 2776 mm
Fuel consumption (in / highway): 8.9 to 18.3 km/liter/12 0.8 to 16, 6 km / liter
CO2 emissions: 133-277 g / km

All of these criteria in accordance with the expectations of most consumers of cars, including the criteria of more fuel efficient and have a higher safety level. This criteria is tempting to compare with Honda camry 2012, although if the car is passing in front of you, maybe the impression that you catch is the "Toyota is this?" Compared with the civic, camry does not seem to make many changes, more to maintain grip when in competition at this time directed at the quality and the cost of solid interior style. Toyota named the new camry profile as a dynamic wedge shape with a roof and indentation lines flowing character lines follow the cars shoulder area. Curved roof lines to the front of the starting pillar B to C, create a roomy rear seat area, together with the new Passat, except for rear leg room.


Like the latest Malibu, door panels are thinner and the space between the head by a roof can be maximized in order to more spacious cabin. Center console made shorter rear leg room for passengers in the rear middle seat is more comfortable. "The corners of the end", the upper end of the front bumper and rear lights are harmoniously integrated rear spoiler with tongue in order to better aerodynamic efficiency. Toyota Camry to terms on a new design as a rational technological dynamics. 2012 Camry comes with 10 standard airbags including knee airbag for driver and passenger front and side impact airbags for the passenger in the backseat.

2012 VW Beetle is more sporty and masculine

Maybe you are hard not to smile when you see the physical shape of this new VW car, especially when you see the wheels. Physically, this VW is longer, lower, wider, and more amazing for a new generation. VW Beetle is the third generation of the VW Beetle 2012. VW has made the third generation is becoming more sporty and masculine.

This VW Beetle is also a touch of first-year legacy of 1938-1973, which is equivalent to the Jeep icon or Mustang. Compared with the second generation VW in 1998, this third generation of such products in 1960's Detroit, which is longer, lower and wider. This third-generation 185 mm longer, 84 mm wider and 25 mm lower. Especially on the hood and roof are more flat, and more upright windshield, the view is evocative of the original version of the 1930's. VW turbo models only have samples in Berlin. This car has a 2.0 liter engine and turbocharged 4-cylinder producing 200 HP and 281 Nm of torque. Both front wheels are driven through a 6 speed manual transmission or DSG 6 speed.

To markets worldwide, providing a half-dozen VW engine and transmission choices, but the American market will get a 2.5-liter turbo engine 5 cylinder in line, and 2.0-liter turbodiesel. VW claims the turbo will produce DSG combined fuel consumption of 9.4 km / liter in the city and 12.8 km / liter for the highway. Great for a sporty car. Surprisingly, the 2.5-liter version can only 9.4/12.3 km / liter, although it certainly cheaper. Kabih VW is very convenient. Dashbor and instrument panel is quite appealing, especially if the appropriate body color. Dashbor settings appear to have a destination with high quality and VW claims like the original version. Still there are few Kaferfach, or a beetle bin, glovebox both are in the same location as the original version. Although the roof is made more flat, still left room for the head, that would have added an optional sunroof.

Following the German tradition that has long existed, cupholder is useless. When driving on the street is quite flat, a few bottles of water could be flying around the cabin. But the bottle is bound firmly in place thanks to elastic straps on both doors, instead of a bag for the map. For the strength to hold the goods, upholstery terbaut also strong. Steering wheel appears flat on the bottom. In appearance, it looks typical Teutonic trunk fat. In fact, lingkarnya supple, slightly elegant. Although made entirely of plastic, DSG rod behind the wheel works well. Right to raise the gear, left to lower gear. Because the windshield is more upright, so much the sound of the wind. Tire noise was also felt.

Audi A2 concept, a quantum leap

Manufacturing is headquartered in Ingolstadt, Germany stated that the Audi A2 concept is nothing more than a "study technology concepts". A future concept vehicle with four passengers and electric-powered wild translated by the designers manufacturers. Audi A2 concept is a manifestation of the premium for an electric car that puts the metropolitan area of ​​the cabin spaciousness and stillness on the road. This concept car is packed with innovations in attractive technological savvy. By developing a super lightweight frame construction so that the weighing up to 1150 kg, audi designers tried to pour its expertise in making a compact car. With a length of 3804 mm, width 1693 mm, and height 1494 mm, a figure Audi A2 concept looks more elegant, sturdy, and sporty.

Innovative contributions in the streamline temperature inside the cabin is a dark-colored glass roof that can be changed to be transparent by simply pressing the button on the dashboard. While the main lights present the latest LED technology, known as beam matrix. As with any other audi variants, single-frame grille also pinned on the front of the Audi A2 concept, but a special version tailored to the operation of electrical power. Two-thirds of the top grill was designed by a surface covered with the hood on the back where there is an electric charging socket and connected to the cooling water. While at the bottom of the air to the engine room, made of graphite foam element.

Interior side of the Audi A2 concept is so clear, clean, open and airy with intuitive controls. Very futuristic. Dashboardnya divided into 2 parts, with half-circle design on the driver. Lighting system in the cabin comes from the lights that ran along the edge and separated from the door to the cockpit. This car offers a roomy space for 4 passengers plus a flat floor. Driver's seat to design a model of individual seats with center console that is attached to the back of the seat and console extends between the rear seats. Design made lower center console for easy access when trying to move the passenger seat. While the heating and cooling air flow through the lattice appear which is located under the windshield.

Steering Audi A2 Concept is designed flat on the bottom and top. If both touchpad touched simultaneously, the mode of driving this car immediately switch to semi-automatic. This is the convenience features offered in traffic when faced with severe congestion. At the end of the dashboard there is a 7 inch screen is flanked by two secondary that has speedometer and voltage gauges.

Audi A2 Concept Specifications:
Engines: an electric motor
Max Power: 116 hp
Max torque: 161 Nm
Transmission: Automatic single speed
Acceleration 0-100 km / h: 9.3 seconds
Top speed: 149 km / h
Dimensions: 3804 x 1693 x 1494 mm
Launch: 2015