Ladies & Gentlemen, boys & girls, CHILDREN of all ages. Automopedia proudly brings to you the 2010 Paris…Motor…Show…PREVIEW! You may not be in The City of Lights for this auto event, happening October 2nd thru 17th, but you can check out what we think will be exciting unveils right here:
Citroen DS4
French automaker Citroen will unveil a new hatchback designed to continue the brand’s assault on the premium vehicle market. However, while most automakers associate luxury with sedan bodystyles, Citroen is attempting to carve out its own niche as seen with vehicles like the previous DS3 and this new DS4.
The DS4 is the second model in Citroen’s distinctively-styled DS line and combines a practical hatchback body with coupe-like styling. Sharing much of its mechanicals with the C4, the DS4 is further differentiated from its lesser counterparts thanks to a more upmarket interior and unique styling. Customers will be able to choose from five different engine options: two turbodiesels and three gasoline units.
Mazda Shinari Concept
Shinari four-door coupe concept car at an exclusive event in Milan, Italy. The latest concept is the result of a collaboration between Mazda’s design studios in Germany, the U.S. and Japan and previews the automaker’s future design language.
The new design language has been labeled “Kodo,” the Japanese word for soul of motion. Key design elements include the aluminum signature wing and the sculpted body. Speaking at the Shinari’s unveiling, Mazda design boss Ikuo Maeda said: “this design will lead to the next generation of Mazda design and will lead to other elements.” Few other details have been revealed, including whether or not Mazda plans to put the Shinari into production.
2011 Lotus Evora S
Designed to be a more focused, better communicating take on the Evora GT-light experience, the Evora S offers a boost to 345 horsepower from the same 3.5-liter V-6 engine–which may or may not be fitted with a compact supercharger as expected, as Lotus completely left it out of the press release. It’s almost certainly there, as gaining 69 horsepower over the stock Evora’s 276-horsepower rating isn’t indicative of tuning and exhaust work alone.
The Evora S also features a stiffer suspension, cross-drilled brakes to improve fade resistance, a sport button that adjusts throttle response, raises the rev limit and activates an exhuast bypass valve for freer breathing and more sound. A more aggressive aerodynamics package, as spied earlier this month, including a large rear diffuser also mark the Evora S out from the normal Evora. The IPS is a six-speed automatic transmission with manual paddle-shift mode.
2011 Chevrolet Orlando
The Orlando is based on the same front-wheel drive Delta platform that underpins cars like the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze and Volt range-extended electric vehicle, and despite its compact proportions the new MPV will be able to seat seven thanks to three row seating.
Under the hood there will be a choice of three of Chevrolet’s latest fuel efficient engines: one gasoline engine will be available, a 1.8-liter unit with a power output of 141 horsepower and two diesel units, both displacing 2.0-liters and developing 131 horsepower and 163 horsepower respectively. First sales will start in Europe early next year, with customers able to choose from three trim levels with standard equipment on all cars including electronic stability control, six air-bags, air conditioning and power mirrors.
Peugeot SR1 Concept
the model codenamed H1 will be a follow-up to the critically-acclaimed SR1 concept. It will reportedly measure 14.1 feet long and use a diesel hybrid powertrain. More importantly, the concept will preview the front-end styling of the 2012 Peugeot 208.
As we have previously reported, the SR1 featured a Hybrid4 all-wheel drive system which had a 215 hp 1.6-liter THP gas engine powering the front wheels and a 94 hp electric motor motivating the rear. This unique setup gave the sports car a combined 309 hp and allowed it to consume 48 mpg.
SMART Scooter
Smart will unveil a new two-wheel plug-in scooter at the Paris Motor Show in October. Citing sources close to the automaker, the scooter will be part of a long term plan to diversify the underperforming brand.
The electric scooter will join the recently facelifted Smart ForTwo, and the upcoming new 2013 ForFour. With a rear-mounted engine sending power to the rear wheels, the new ForFour will be the second step in gaining customers uninterested in the ForTwo. “Smart was originally established to tackle the need for improved mobility, especially in congested city environments,” a Daimler manager told Autocar. “Up to now we have concentrated our efforts on four-wheel solutions. The next stage is to looking at how to expand beyond this with other environmentally friendly vehicles.”
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