Blue-Will hybrid concept joins 2011 model range at Sydney Motor Show
discount new cars » Get the best price on a new Hyundai Hyundai's Blue-Will hybrid concept joined the Korean brand's 2011 line-up at the Australian International Motor Show in Sydney. The futuristic model features petrol electric hybrid and plug-in technology in the one, sleek package.
First displayed at this year's Detroit Motor Show Blue-Will serves as a test-bed of new ideas from the Hyundai design studio, ranging from roof-mounted solar cells to drive-by-wire steering, lithium polymer batteries, thermal energy conversion from the exhaust system (to electricity) and touch-screen controls.
Hyundai says Blue-Will "portrays future focused hybrid production vehicles and promises an electric-only driving distance of up to 64km on a single charge. In hybrid mode it boasts a claimed fuel economy rating of more than 2.22L/ 100km".
The lively concept featured alongside conventionally powered models, including the revised i45 medium sedan, i20 light hatch, as well as Targa West and Targa Tasmania competitor, the i30 CRDi hatch.
The revised 2011 i45 sedan sees a chance in suspension for the new year, spring, stabiliser and damper rates all adjusted to better suit Australian conditions. Also joining the i45 is satellite navigation (optional on all models, standard on Elite) and Bluetooth mobile phone connectivity (standard on all models).
Elsewhere in the Hyundai line-up, a specially commissioned pocket-sized i20 is on show at the RTA 'Myplates' display, the car games matching a wall mural by local Sydney artists Beastman & Numskull who created the vibrant work over three days in an underground workspace in Sydney. Using aerosol paint only, the collaboration of the two distinct styles sees bright colours and organic patterns illustrate nature morphing with an exciting urban lifestyle.
Lastly, the mostly standard i30 CRDi rally car, although modified to meet CAMS rally car safety standards, joins its plain-painted brethren on the Sydney stage.
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AIMS: FT-86G Coupe makes Australian premiere
Sporting character set to redefine the Toyota brand in the not-too-distant future, with the new model on sale post 2012
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Toyota took the covers off its sporty FT-86G Coupe at the Australian International Motor Show in Sydney, the second concept to preview the brand's next-generation rear-wheel-drive sports coupe, following the original FT-86 concept unveiled at the 2009 Tokyo motor show.
Toyota Australia's senior executive director of sales and marketing, David Buttner, told the Carsales Network: "We can expect to see the FT-86 in local showrooms post 2012".
Pricing and local specifications will be announced late next year.
The FT-86G Coupe will fill the void in Toyota's line-up left by the departure of models like the Celica and MR2, and shares a character reminiscent of the now legendary Hachi Roku (or AE86) Corollas of the early 1980's, now prized among those on the Drifting circuit.
The "G" moniker is Toyota shorthand for sports conversion models and signifies a more aggressive styling and performance makeover. In the case of FT-86G, this translates to sharper sheetmetal and sleeker overall measurements, the coupe sitting even lower, wider and longer than its derivative model.
Highlights include a remoulded front fascia with larger air intake, exposed intercooler and vented bonnet. At the rear a large carbon-fibre wing, revised diffuser and oversized twin exhausts round out the exterior changes.
Under the bonnet, FT-86G receives a "specially tuned" version of the same 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Toyota says the front-engine, rear-drive FT-86G has received a significant performance upgrade.
"G" rides on 19-inch Bridgestone rubber while inside, Recaro seats have been installed in a nod to the added performance on tap.
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Toyota took the covers off its sporty FT-86G Coupe at the Australian International Motor Show in Sydney, the second concept to preview the brand's next-generation rear-wheel-drive sports coupe, following the original FT-86 concept unveiled at the 2009 Tokyo motor show.
Toyota Australia's senior executive director of sales and marketing, David Buttner, told the Carsales Network: "We can expect to see the FT-86 in local showrooms post 2012".
Pricing and local specifications will be announced late next year.
The FT-86G Coupe will fill the void in Toyota's line-up left by the departure of models like the Celica and MR2, and shares a character reminiscent of the now legendary Hachi Roku (or AE86) Corollas of the early 1980's, now prized among those on the Drifting circuit.
The "G" moniker is Toyota shorthand for sports conversion models and signifies a more aggressive styling and performance makeover. In the case of FT-86G, this translates to sharper sheetmetal and sleeker overall measurements, the coupe sitting even lower, wider and longer than its derivative model.
Highlights include a remoulded front fascia with larger air intake, exposed intercooler and vented bonnet. At the rear a large carbon-fibre wing, revised diffuser and oversized twin exhausts round out the exterior changes.
Under the bonnet, FT-86G receives a "specially tuned" version of the same 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Toyota says the front-engine, rear-drive FT-86G has received a significant performance upgrade.
"G" rides on 19-inch Bridgestone rubber while inside, Recaro seats have been installed in a nod to the added performance on tap.
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AIMS: Lexus recovery starts here
Super-sharp pricing on new IS350 shocks luxury market, as Lexus aims to boost sales among performance prestige car buyers
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After a forgettable sales month in September, Lexus shocked the luxury car market at the Sydney motor show today by announcing a new performance V6 that undercuts the German opposition by between $20,000 and $30,000.
Indeed, all three models in the new IS350 sedan range limbo under the starting price of the nearest competitor – and outgun the performance six-cylinder Germans in the 0-100km/h dash. Starting at $64,800, the IS350 Prestige is only $8000 dearer than a regular IS250 model and comes with navigation, leather upholstery, metallic paint, Bluetooth phone connection and 17-inch alloy wheels. An F-Sport edition with 18-inch charcoal wheels and carbon-fibre interior and other enhancements brings the price to $71,800 while the top of the IS350 range is $81,300.
The nearest German rival, the Audi A4 3.2 V6 is $88,000, the Mercedes-Benz C300 is $90,000 and the BMW 335i $110,000.
Although the BMW is turbocharged and has more torque, the IS350 has more power and is faster from 0-100km/h with a time of 5.6 seconds.
Lexus Australia Tony Cramb says IS350 and the F-Sport sub-brand are important steps for Lexus Australia.
"We're extremely happy to be able to get the IS350 here at this price," said Cramb. "We've been working hard for a long time to get the car here at the price we've achieved and we think this will really give the IS another boost.
"F-Sport adds another dimension to our brand. Australian buyers are interested in sportier versions of our cars and this will help bring younger buyers to the brand."
Lexus had a tough month in September, with sales down 38 per cent in a market that was up 9 per cent. In particular, IS250 sales took a hit -- down 40 per cent – although year to date IS250 sales are tracking with the industry, up 15 per cent.
"We're confident this is the type of car that will put Lexus on the shopping list for a lot of performance prestige customers," he said. "This car basically plugs the gap between the IS250 and our flagship model, the IS-F."
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prestige new cars » Get the best price on a new Lexus
After a forgettable sales month in September, Lexus shocked the luxury car market at the Sydney motor show today by announcing a new performance V6 that undercuts the German opposition by between $20,000 and $30,000.
Indeed, all three models in the new IS350 sedan range limbo under the starting price of the nearest competitor – and outgun the performance six-cylinder Germans in the 0-100km/h dash. Starting at $64,800, the IS350 Prestige is only $8000 dearer than a regular IS250 model and comes with navigation, leather upholstery, metallic paint, Bluetooth phone connection and 17-inch alloy wheels. An F-Sport edition with 18-inch charcoal wheels and carbon-fibre interior and other enhancements brings the price to $71,800 while the top of the IS350 range is $81,300.
The nearest German rival, the Audi A4 3.2 V6 is $88,000, the Mercedes-Benz C300 is $90,000 and the BMW 335i $110,000.
Although the BMW is turbocharged and has more torque, the IS350 has more power and is faster from 0-100km/h with a time of 5.6 seconds.
Lexus Australia Tony Cramb says IS350 and the F-Sport sub-brand are important steps for Lexus Australia.
"We're extremely happy to be able to get the IS350 here at this price," said Cramb. "We've been working hard for a long time to get the car here at the price we've achieved and we think this will really give the IS another boost.
"F-Sport adds another dimension to our brand. Australian buyers are interested in sportier versions of our cars and this will help bring younger buyers to the brand."
Lexus had a tough month in September, with sales down 38 per cent in a market that was up 9 per cent. In particular, IS250 sales took a hit -- down 40 per cent – although year to date IS250 sales are tracking with the industry, up 15 per cent.
"We're confident this is the type of car that will put Lexus on the shopping list for a lot of performance prestige customers," he said. "This car basically plugs the gap between the IS250 and our flagship model, the IS-F."
For our full coverage of the Australian International Motor Show in Sydney visit our minisite at carsales.com.au/aims
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