The ABC of luxury becomes style
Just as the clothes you wear, the car you drive reflects much of your personality. That is why some people choose to own cars that are sophisticated, comfortable, with cutting edge technology and top performance.
The German automakers have been the best positioned in the premium automotive industry. Nevertheless some competitors have emerged like the Japanese, Americans and Italians, who have made significant changes in their new models to satisfy their discerning and distinguished clients.
Customizing a car in terms of body color, interior fittings, wheels and engine specifications to make it a piece created exclusively for its owner. Introducing three of the luxury sedans that will be on the market this year.
Audi S8 2013
The fastest luxury sedan; goes from 0-100 km per hr. in 4.2 sec.
The Four Rings carmaker, redesigned its S8 Luxury Sedan for its 2013 version, based on the A8 and considered the top model of the range “S” for Audi. Its new 4.0-liter V8 biturbo direct-injection engine accelerates from 0-100 km per hour in 4.2 seconds.
It offers a technology called COD (Cylinder On Demand), which deactivates cylinders to reduce consumption, turning the vehicle into a V4. It has a sporty suspension for five drive modes.
The car is built using the Audi Space Frame (ASF) technology, made up almost entirely of aluminum, reducing weight and increasing performance. This model has 13 body colors, out of which, the Daytona Gray and Prism Silver, are unique to the model S.
Another point to note is the driver’s assistance systems connected to the navigation system. Cruise Control with Stop & Go function, Audi Lane Assist, Audi Side Assist, speed limit display, night vision with pedestrian detection, a new camera for parking with a 360 ° vision, a Bose audio system and a MMI 7 inch screen interface. In conclusion, speed, sportiness and comfort in one vehicle.
Specifications
Engine
V8, 4.0 L, Biturbo P
Power
520 HP a 5,800 rpm
Max speed
250 km/h
Transmission
Tracción: Quattro
Caja de cambio: automática Triptonic de 8 velocidades MPH: 2.6 sec.
Acceleration
0–100 km/h en 4.2 seg.
BMW Pearl Series
Limited Edition for the Persian Gulf
The German carmaker BMW seeks to strengthen its position as a manufacturer of luxury cars worldwide. That is why during the exclusive Haute Couture fashion meeting organized by the celebration of the GCC, Gulf Cooperation Council for the Arab States, called “The Jewel of the Sea”, the automaker unveiled its new limited edition, the Pearl Series BMW. The production will consist of 88 unique vehicles for their exclusive Series 6 and 7, and will be made for their customers in the Persian Gulf.
The exterior of these vehicles will be showing a unique tone “Frozen matt brilliant white” created especially for these automobiles. Indoors, the seats are covered with a Merino Amaro leather in a brown tone and a white edging and ash wood trim. The word “Pearl” will show on a chrome plate on the rear of the body and on the door seals.
BMW Individual designers faced the challenge of transferring the mystery, elegance and beauty of pearls to the BMW 7 Series and the 6 Series Gran Coupe.
The Pearl Series BMW were exhibited alongside with such renowned models as designer Giambattista Valli, Alexis Mabille, On Aura Vu Livia, Stoianova & Yassen Samouilov and jewelry firms as Garrard and David Morris.
This reinforces the BMW brand association with the world of luxury.
Specifications
Engine
V8 TwinPower Turbo
Power
450 HP / 5,500 RPM Bi-Turbo
Max speed
250 km/h
Transmission
Rear thurst
Gear shift: atomatic, 8 gear
Acceleration
0-100 km/h: 4.6 seg.
Cadillac ATS 2013
An American competing with Europeans
An agile Premium vehicle, fast and sporty for any environment. Although the premium auto industry is dominated by the Germans, General Motors takes on the competition by launching The 2013 ATS model from its luxury brand, Cadillac. A vehicle created from scratch with the goal of providing sporty handling in any environment or terrain.
The soul of ATS is a 2.0L turbocharged engine with 272 horsepower and a torque of 260 lb. / ft., and adjusted to a semi-manual automatic transmission with six gears. Its rear wheel drive distributes the load almost 50/50. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in 5.7 seconds. You can also order a 2.5 liter or a V6 3.6-liter which develops 320 horsepower.
Its design makes it agile and fast. Its body is made of resistant materials such as steel, magnesium, carbon fiber and natural fiber, which makes it the lightest among its competitors. It will be available in five colors and will have Run Flat tires. The interiors are finished in leather, wood, aluminum and carbon fiber, upon request.
This sedan is equipped with a unique info-entertainment and navigation system, the “CUE” (Cadillac User Experience), with 8-inch Touch LCD screen, 3D maps, Bluetooth, USB and MP3. The display has proximity sensors and voice recognition device. Your voice can request music by artist or gender. It also features SiriusXM satellite radio has a Bose sound system and satellite navigation.
With this, the 2013 Cadillac ATS intends in every detail of the interior to be driver-oriented, creating a bright atmosphere with light and sporty handling.
Specifications
Engine
2.0 L turbo
Power
272 HP a 5.500 rpm Maximum Speed
220 km/h
Transmission
Rear thurst
Acceleration
0 a 100 km/h en 5.7 seg.