The 2014 Opel Meriva will debut early next year at the Brussels Motor Show.

This new car is a consistent continuation of previous models since it features enhanced technology and other fine ingredients.

Opel makes available to this vehicle a range of engines depending on your specific needs.

Engine & Performance

The 2014 Meriva has received a new lifeline in Opel’s 1.6 CDTI medium-displacement turbo-diesel engine. This new engine provides you with strong performance and fuel efficiency.

The base model brings you 136 horsepower. The engine comes with 237 lb ft of maximum torque at 2,000 rpm. This vehicle can reach 62 mph from 0 in 9.1 seconds. The low frictions of the engine creates low CO2 emissions.

Exterior

This new car receives a new front fascia which features a brand new chrome grille, fog lamps with chrome accents, LED daytime running lights, and a new elegant chrome beltline on the side.

The FlexDoors is one of the Meriva’s new feature, that go nicely with the newly-designed 17 and 18 inch wheels that give a premium feel and look. Along the side, the highlights include a waved design that accentuates the rear window.

The rear offers a dynamic and elegant character thanks to the LED lights that are marked with high quality graphics.

Interior

The first thing the designers focused on is the convenient the rear passenger doors that swing wide open at an angle of 84 degrees against the car. Inside, passengers can enjoy a spacious cabin that easily turns the car from a 5 to 2 seater, expanding the rear for cargo room.

The driver is pampered with a heated multifunction steering wheel. A huge panoramic sunroof also fills the interior with natural light. Drivers will also have an access to new generation IntellLink multimedia system that has a 7 inch color screen, rear camera, voice control and Bluetooth connectivity.

The 2014 Cadillac CTS Vsport sedan offers a well crafted design, a thrilling performance, and provides sophisticated technology.

The 3rd generation CTS sedan is based on the high-performance rear-drive architecture of award-winning ATS sport -sedan.

This action moves Cadillac into a prestigious class of mid-size luxury sedans.

Specifications

Engine & Performance

The 3.6 liter V6 engine produces 420 horsepower with 430 lb-ft torque, which makes it the most power-dense 6-cylinder engine in segment.

Two small turbochargers aids in providing immediate power if necessary; this is with about 90 % of peak torque from 2,500 rpm to about 5,500 rpm. The CTS vSport can go from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.6 seconds.

Exterior

The car has a longer, lower and athletic-looking body. It has been stretched compared to the previous models. Cadillac’s signature shield grille and other signature vertical lighting features have been included in the LED lighting.

The grille is wide with detailed textures while the headlamps all flow up to the hood-line. These include crystalline LED light-guides for a more unique appearance and uniform illumination. The CTS has among its features 18-inch aluminum wheels.

Interior

Inside, the CTS Vsport sedan is roomier, driver-friendly, and has more integrated technology. The hand-crafted appointments complement the exterior design and complements your CTS sedan experience.

There are 8 different interior environments offered in this car; each is trimmed with authentic wood, aluminum or carbon fiber. Leather seats are also available, including full semi-aniline -leather with hand-crafted cut and sewn details.

Basically the car seamlessly blends a lot of comfort, convenience and safety technologies. Other active safety features helps in providing alerts and intervene whenever necessary in avoiding accidents.

Smartphone and tablet influenced controls and other commands helps in accessing information, entertainment data within arms reach. There is also an 8-inch, high resolution color touch-screen monitor, a USB card slot, and Bluetooth connectivity to make the driving experience pleasant.

The 2014 BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo represents a high-caliber addition the mid-sized segment.

This new car from BMW performs a unique role in their successful 3-Series line and provides a fresh take on hatchback appeal, space and functionality.

The Gran Turismo has eye-catching features that make it attractive and unique.

Specifications

* 328i xDrive

Engine & Performance

Power and performance, responsive acceleration, great torque, and reduced weight of the engine make this 3 Series offering very unique.

The engine is a 2.0 liter inline 4 that produces 245 horsepower from at just 5,000 rpm. The torque peaks at 258 lbs ft at 1,250 rpm up to 4,800 rpm. It is capable of going from zero to 62 mph in just 7.9 seconds with a top speed of 143 mph.

More impressive is that you get a combined 27 mpg from this sleek and spacious hatchback.

Exterior

The exterior unites dynamic lines with the elegance of a coupe in a fascinating way. The broad and powerful kidney grilles together with a modified apron at the front underline this car’s sporting character.

There are also two striking headlights with corona rings together with LED accent lights to go with forward slanting kidney grille. The silhouette of these headlights is much larger than that of the Sedan.

The large air intakes just below these headlights emphasize the unique sporting character of this vehicle.

A link between front and the rear is seamless. A smooth transition of the roof-line into the car’s rear provides extra room on the inside. The rear of this car is highlighted by horizontal surfaces and other lines that emphasize the muscular width of the vehicle.

The extended rear-lights are L-shaped in design and gives the vehicle a low profile.

Interior

The interior of 3-Series Gran Turismo is impressively comfortable. There is an abundance of space with raised seats that provides a comfortable ride. The front and the rear passengers benefit from the seating position that has been raised by 2.3″ (59 mm) and allows for an outstanding view of the outside.

Another cool feature is the cargo function of the rear seat back-rests. A tilt angle of backrests can simply be adjusted in 15 stages up to 19 degrees; vertical position is even possible if necessary.

There is also a 2-piece parcel shelf to create more space. The interior design simply stands out with several chrome elements that surround the audio and air conditioning system.

The high-gloss woods strips, seats with distinctive stitching, and the upholstery used in add to the allure of the Gran Turismo 3 Series from BMW.

It seems 2014 will be the final production year for the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG and there is no immediate replacement. However, tuners are still drawn to this renowned sports car.

Danish tuner, Kleemann, has shown interest in the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG by creating an impressive super car, the 2013 Kleemann Mercedes Benz SLS AMG. The tuning kit focuses on the exhaust system and engine, transforming the SLS AMG into a powerful, ferocious vehicle.

Specifications

* SLS AMG Coupe specs

Engine & Performance

The power package given by Kleemann to the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG is explosive. It increases the base output to 770 horsepower and 623 pound-feet of torque.

With the extra power provided by the package, the SLS AMG sprints from 0 to 60 miles per hour in 3.3 seconds and can reach a top speed of 221 Miles per hour.

Supercharger

The base SLS AMG has a 6.2 liter, V-8 engine than can deliver up to 583 horsepower; however, the Dutch high performance tuning specialist decided to come up with a better in-house-developed supercharger.

The Kleemann Supercharger is their signature product. The custom supercharger system is made of billet aluminum that has been milled out from solid blocks of aluminum alloy and then black anodized.

The finished product has the factory made look and feel; you will be impressed when you pop open the hood.

Exhaust System

Kleemann has also put in a completely redesigned polished-stainless-steel exhaust system that comes in two variants. An X section with a flapper controlled rear section and a bolt on cat back system with a dual mid muffler.

The addition of a new catalyst section has greatly improved the sound produced by the V-8 engine; it also frees the heat buildup against the engine by making the exhaust flow more efficient.

On top of that, the redesigned exhaust system can be remotely operated, making it easy for you to adjust the sound from the polite purr to the fierce sound of a race car.

The Fusion has become one of Fords most successful models. In 2013, they anticipate to hit 300,000 units sold. Because of the Fusion’s success, this comes as no surprise that 3d Carbon, a tuning outfit, has chosen to collaborate with Ford. The result, the 2013 3dCarbon Ford Fusion.

The 3d Carbon kit maintains the overall design appeal of the Fusion while adding improving aerodynamics resulting in exemplary performance capabilities.

Specifications

* 2014 Ford Fusion Titanium AWD specs
** w/out mirrors

Engine & Performance

Under the hood is a 2.0 liter, inline 4 cylinder EcoBoost engine generating 231 horsepower at 5,500 rpm. It is mated with a 6 speed SelectShift automatic transmission with paddle-shifting capabilities.

It will take the car 6.7 seconds to accelerate from 0-60 mph while hitting the quarter mile in 14.9 seconds.

Exterior

The Fusion is regarded as the best looking sedan Ford has since the Taurus of the 1980’s. The front grille has been described as Aston Martin like, which is hardly anything to apologize for.

The side view is nicely contoured with consistent and proportional lines. The wheels are small, but is a good fit with the 3dCarbon upgrade.

The rear features LED taillights surrounded by a solid LED band. In addition, there are chrome reflectors on each brake light.

The 3dCarbon kit includes a front air dam and lip spoiler, that go with side skirts and a lower rear skirt and spoiler. You also get dual stainless steel exhaust tips if you so choose to.

Interior

Inside the 3dCarbon Fusion the 2 front seats gives the driver, and passengers, a choice of setting adjustments that go seamlessly with the tilt/telescopic steering wheel. The steering wheel houses the EcoCruise and audio controls.

The cloth upholstery is eco-friendly with lateral ribbing that go nicely with the pockets found in back of the front seats. The center stack is equipped with amenity controls and houses a good sized touch screen display.

Ford offers this upgrade by allowing you to have done through the dealer. The cost of the 5 piece kit, including the rear wing is $995 and an exhaust kit is optional at the additional cost of $509.