The 2014 Volkswagen Golf Variant is a stunning new versatile vehicle that draws its pedigree from the Estate line of Volkswagen. It is a very light car weighing less than 220 pounds than the previous model.

It is that reflect the lines of the hatchback model. It has been designed to be modern despite the classic look and the lines that maximize the space for the people in the car. With its classic look the Variant manages to appear sporty. On the inside, the car comes with a 5-inch TFT touch-screen display that comes to life as soon as you place your finger on it.

Specifications

* Golf Estate dimensions

Engine

The Variant makes available the option of either a six or five speed transmission. The engine may also be combined with an automatic dual-clutch gearbox. It has a low fuel consumption of 71 mpg combined.

The TDI BlueMotion is the most efficient Volkswagen Golf model when it comes to fuel consumption. Aesthetically, it looks different from the rest of the models since it has a radiator grille screen that is partially closed.

Safety

The Golf Variant is incredibly safe. It has a stop/start system and a post-collision braking system. This premium vehicle actually comes with a PreCrash preventive occupant protection system. The system allows the car to anticipate a collision, the seat belts of both driver and front passenger are actually pre-tensioned to ensure the best possible protection.

It will also automatically close the windows and sunroof to ensure that passengers and driver remain safe and the airbags deploy properly. This aids in preventing further injury.

The 2013 Cascada is the first convertible to be manufactured by Vauxhall since the 1930s. It is engineered to meet the needs of all customers.

It has a length of nearly 15-1/2 feet long and seats four people comfortably.

With it, there is enough room to store the fabric-roof of the convertible. The uniqueness of this car lies in its features.

Specifications

Engine

The Cascada comes with a range of powerful engines. It begins with a 1.4 liter Turbo which produces 139 horsepower and achieve a combined 44.8mpg; it is followed by the 2.0 diesel engine with both automatic and manual transmission able to achieve 54.3mpg. The 2 engines come with the START/STOP technology.

Vauxhall has introduced a third member to the engine line up, the 1.6 SIDI Turbo EcoTec engine that gives you 168 horsepower to go with the 207 lb ft of torque.

Exterior

For a convertible, it is well designed. It has a clean profile from top to bottom with no visible traces of the roof top pressed into the silhouette aft of the car. A boundary is marked between the rooftop and the body by a rising line which is highlighted by a chrome strip bordering the cockpit.

Interior

Internally, the car is covered with soft-touch material which is stitched tightly to the shape of the components inside. The seats are trimmed with Nappa-leather which can be ventilated or heated according to the weather conditions.

Entering the car is simple, allowing you to access the rear seats in no time while the electric seat belts automatically secure the occupant. When the roof is down the entire capacity is 9.8 cu ft. but when the roof is up that capacity rises to 13.4 cu ft.

Windbreaker

You can mount foldable windbreakers behind the front seats to deflect the wind and improve the comfort. The upper portion is folded vertically with the horizontal position staying intact for better deflection of the wind. You can mount small windbreakers behind the rear seats for added deflection.

AFL+ technology

The Cascada is designed with AFL+ technology which comprises of a total of 11 lighting functions including: a side blind spot alert, Hill start assist, heated steering wheel, rear-view camera, Forward collision alert, Following Distance Indication, Lane Departure warning and the Traffic Sign Recognition.

The above features and others not mentioned make the 2013 Vauxhall Cascada a convertible to envy. It is simple yet classy in design.

The 2014 Suzuki SX4 is a compact SUV. It combines internal comfort with a sporty appearance.

Its design incorporates new technology that gives it a stylish crossover appearance and maintaining a large interior to accommodate more passengers and luggage.

In fact the design aims at giving it a touch of style, performance, utility and fuel efficiency.

Specifications

* Based on 2013 Model

Engine

The Suzuki SX4 comes with 2 engines to choose from. First there is the 1.6 liter petrol engine based on the M16A technology. This engine is preferred because of its lightweight and resistance to excessive friction. It consumes less fuel and at the same time maintains a higher output.

The other engine is a 1.6 liter diesel engine which is used to produce enough torque power for driving in tough conditions.

Exterior & Interior

The bumpers in the rear and front are raised a little above the rest of the body. The bonnet is rounded exuding solidity and strength. In addition, the front is fitted with quality chrome trims that enhance the front view.

They include contoured lines that flow through the shoulders, LED lamps as part of the headlights and a 2 part rear lamps.

On the inside, the car has an elegantly designed instrument panel with all the buttons in one compartment. The panel overlaps with the door to give the driver a soft padding experience and easy access to the controls.

The 2014 SX4 comes in silver-green while the seats come in black leather. However the steering wheel and the instrument panel are in silver.

Performance

The performance of 2014 Suzuki SX4 is defined by a number of attributes. The car comes as a 4WD SUV engine which is easy to handle and increase its swiftness ability.

Moreover this engine is characterized by low CO2 emission and consumes less fuel. As for the wheelbase, it is broad and wide to the bottom increasing the stability of the car especially when you are driving at a high speed.

The 2013 BMW M3 DTM Champion Edition serves as a tribute to the impressive victory of Bruno Spengler at the recent DTM 2012 season. This impressive model will be limited to 54 units, which represents the 54 BMW DTM races throughout history.

Car enthusiasts from around the world anticipate the arrival of the special M3 because of its one-of-a-kind features and jaw-dropping appearance. The powertrain remains the same. You get a 4.0 Liter V8 engine that churns 414 horsepower helped by a 6-speed manual transmission.

Specifications

Exterior

The DTM Champion Edition comes in Frozen Black metallic color, similar to the matte black shade in the M3 DTM. Other outstanding features of the car’s exterior include the carbon flaps and gurney, matte black wheels, and a wide range of dark chrome details.

This champion edition also features BMW’s original M-stripe design found on the boot lid and roof, with the M logo positioned to certain locations such as the rear portion of front wheel arches and rear side windows’ decals.

Interior

The interior is as breathtaking as ever, it features a carbon-fiber strip that includes Spengler’s signature and a serial number. This remarkable car also boasts of “Alcantara” steering wheel, “M Power” badges embroidered on the handbrake lever, and black Novillo leather with palladium silver combination for interior additions.

Other features of the DTM champion edition include carbon fiber material for the front splitters and rear spoiler, black air inlets located on the bonnet, navigation system, “park distance” controls, and heated seats. In addition, the door sill features strips that replicate the champion’s unique helmet design. All these details tend to mimic the extraordinary looks of Bruno Spengler’s racing car.

The 2013 M3 DTM champion edition by BMW is expected to go into production at the BMW M (GmbH) factory and Regensburg plant by February 2013. According to sources, the expected retail price of this car model is 99,000 Euros, which is a little more than $130,000.

The 2014 Skoda Octavia Combi highlights the new world of compact cars.

It combines a high level of functionality with a dynamic elegance coupled with clear lines of high precision.

Apart from the clear lines, the style is timeless and will stay fashionable for the years to come, not to mention that it easily will draw attention to itself.

Specifications

Engine

The new Skoda Octavia Combi is available in 4 petrol engines producing an output from a range of 84 to 177 horsepower. The similarity amongst all four is that they come in turbo and aided by a direct-injection TSI.

They all come in 4 cylinder. The engine at the entry level gets you 44.3 mpg. This is coupled with a turbocharger of up to 118 lb ft of torque. The other engines provide a combined 207 lb ft of torque at 1350-4500 rpm. You have the option of either a 6-speed DSG manual or a DSG seven-speed automatic transmission.

Exterior

The vehicle has an elongated body that gives a profile of swiftness. In addition it is designed to maximize aerodynamics that is finely tuned with the interplay of lines and window graphics. The window lines slope gently downwards giving an elegant transition into the D-pillars.

It goes further to create optimal utilization of space increasing the cargo space. At the rear the trunk blends harmoniously with the taillights. In fact the taillights extend across the rear to connect to the tornado line improving the streamline of the vehicle.

Interior

The 2014 Skoda Octavia Combi has a lot room on the inside not just for people but for this and that as well. Everything is designed to be aesthetically appealing and serve refined functionality.

The interior gives the illusion of a horizontal orientation which offers enough space generously for passengers and luggage. In addition the doors are integrated by having elegant trims flowing into the door grips.