Mitsubishi Grandis
Overview
Manufacturer	Mitsubishi Motors China Motor Corporation
Also called	Mitsubishi Space Wagon
Production	2003–2011 2016-
Assembly	Okazaki, Aichi, Japan Laem Chabang, Thailand Yang Mei, Taiwan Cainta, Rizal, Philippines
Designer	Olivier Boulay
Body and chassis
Class	Large MPV
Body style	5-door MPV
Layout	Front engine, FWD/4WD
Related	Mitsubishi Savrin Mitsubishi Outlander
Powertrain
Engine	4G69 2.4 L I4 MIVEC VW 2.0 L I4 DI-D
Transmission	5-speed manual 4-speed INVECS-II transmission (petrol) 6-speed manual (diesel)
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,830 mm (111.4 in)
Length	4,765 mm (187.6 in)
Width	1,795 mm (70.7 in)
Height	1,655–1,700 mm (65.2–66.9 in)
Curb weight	1,655–1,725 kg (3,649–3,803 lb)
Chronology
Predecessor	Mitsubishi Chariot

The Mitsubishi Grandis is a seven seat MPV built by Mitsubishi Motors to replace its Chariot/Space Wagon/Nimbus line. It was launched on May 14, 2003 and is sold in Japan, Asia, Europe, Oceania, Mexico, Honduras, Jamaica, and South America. Engines available are a 2.4-litre four-cylinder and a Volkswagen-sourced 2.0-litre turbodiesel (not available in Jamaica), badged DI-D rather than TDI as Volkswagen denotes it.

The exterior styling was based loosely on designer Olivier Boulay's earlier Mitsubishi Space Liner, a monobox four-seat concept vehicle with centre-opening "suicide doors", first exhibited at the Tokyo Motor Show in 2001.

It was the first all new vehicle featuring the company's new common "face", comprising a curved lower grille edge and a sharp crease rising up the leading edge of the bonnet from the prominent corporate badge. It shared its platform with the Mitsubishi Airtrek minus the increased ground clearance.

The Grandis was also the basis for the Mitsubishi FCV (Fuel Cell Vehicle) concept, powered by a fuel cell technology developed by then controlling shareholder DaimlerChrysler. DCX's "FC System" uses a fuel cell stack to replenish an array of NiMH batteries from 117 litres of compressed hydrogen storage.

It won the Best MPV award at the Bangkok International Motor Show from 2005 to 2010.

During March 2009, it saw the cancellation of this model in the Japanese market, marking the end of the Chariot name after 26 years of production.

For 2011, it was discontinued globally.

Annual production and sales

Year	Production	Sales
		Japan	Overseas
2003	28,821	23,834	3,574
2004	19,173	5,247	14,352
2005	29,466	4,490	24,507
2006	17,928	1,756	16,870
2007	15,549	674	15,161
2008	8,583	281	8,283

(source: Facts & Figures 2008, Facts & Figures 2009, Mitsubishi Motors website)

Future Grandis

In 2014, Mitsubishi is planning to release the new Grandis during 2016, to compete with the Opel Zafira Tourer, Volkswagen Touran and Peugeot 5008. It will be based on the Mitsubishi Lancer, and is to be built in Australia (given the manufacturing plant closure several years ago, this is rather unlikely).

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Last updated on 28 February 2014 at 18:42.

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The Proton P2-30A, also known as Proton Global Small Car is a five-door city car in development by Malaysian automobile manufacturer Proton. It is scheduled for a 2014 or 2015 launch and will succeed the Proton Savvy. The P2-30A will be powered by a new generation of Proton engines and will be designed with a larger emphasis on international markets.

Manufacturer	Proton
Also called	Proton Global Small Car (GSC)
Assembly	Malaysia
Predecessor	Proton Savvy
Class	City car / A-segment
Body style	5-door hatchback
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel drive

History

One of three Proton EMAS concepts at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show

Plans for a Proton Savvy replacement were first revealed with the introduction of the Proton EMAS hybrid city cars at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. The EMAS concept cars were designed by Italdesign Giugiaro and are related to the Lotus Ethos, a similar concept car from Proton's British subsidiary. Proton and Lotus wish to jointly develop the global small car, where the Proton versions will be aimed at the budget conscious and the Lotus models being focused on the equally alluring hot hatch market. However, since the announcement, Proton has undergone a change in ownership and further details on the joint-venture have not been publicized. Proton has also considered a tie-up with Mitsubishi Motors in 2011 regarding the development of Proton's upcoming small car.
In March 2013, the first spy shot of a testing unit was uploaded online. It revealed a heavily-masked Proton Savvy with altered interior features and possibly powered by the next generation Proton NFE engine.

Proton Naming Contest

From 25th June to 25th July 2013, Proton had a naming contest called "Nama Siapa Hebat". It is said that the car would be stylish and practical. The contest was opened to all Malaysian citizens with a valid Malaysian ID Card. The name is said that has to be in Malay but also suitable for international use. Hinting from the name and the description of the car, it is a possiblity that Proton will launch this car internationally. There is also RM120,000 worth of prizes, with the first prize is the particular car in the Premium automatic transmission variant that he/she named and the second being a 3 days 2 nights trip to Rebak Island Resort Langkawi with RM3000 cash.

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Last updated on 18 August 2013 at 08:02.

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The BMW F32 series is the first generation of the BMW 4 Series range of compact executive cars. It is the successor to the E92 model of the 3 Series range. The vehicle was unveiled in 2013 at the North American International Auto Show and production is slated to begin in Summer 2013.

Manufacturer	BMW
Production	2013 (to commence)
Model years	2014 – present
Assembly	Germany
Predecessor	BMW 3 Series E92
Class	Compact executive car
Body style	2-door coupé
Wheelbase	Coupé: 2,810 mm (110.6 in)
Length	Coupé: 4,641 mm (182.7 in)
Width	Coupé: 1,826 mm (71.9 in)
Height	Coupe: 1,362 mm (53.6 in)
Related	BMW F30
Designer(s)	Nicolas Huet (2010)

Overview

Initial Release

BMW will offer the 420d (diesel), 428i and 435i petrol engines with their all-wheel drive xDrive counterparts. Convertible and BMW M variants are presumed to arrive in 2014.

Specifications

The vehicle's wheelbase (2,810 mm) is 50 millimetres longer than that of the existing 3 Series Coupe, while 45 mm has been added to the front track (1,545 mm) and 80 mm to the rear track (1,593 mm). The BMW 4 Series Coupé is 44 mm broader than its predecessor, its roof line is 16 mm lower (1,362 mm) and it is also longer (4,641 mm).

Engines

Figures in brackets are for automatic transmission.

Petrol engines
Version	Production	Engine	Power	Torque	Acceleration 0–100 km/h (seconds)
428i/xi	2013-	2.0L I4 N20B20	180 kW (245 PS; 241 bhp)	350 Nm (258 lbft)	5.9 s [5.8 s] / 5.6 s [5.8 s]
435i/xi	2013–	3.0L I6 N55B30	225 kW (306 PS; 302 bhp)	400 Nm (295 lbft)	5.4 s [5.1 s] / 5.2 s [4.9 s]

Diesel engines
Version	Production	Engine	Power	Torque	Acceleration 0–100 km/h (seconds)
420d	2013-	2.0 L I4 N47D20	135 kW (184 PS; 181 bhp)	380 Nm (280 lbft)	7.5 s [7.3 s]

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Last updated on 20 August 2013 at 09:39.

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Alfa Romeo 169
Overview
Manufacturer	Alfa Romeo
Production	2015-
Body and chassis
Class	SUV
Body style	4/5-door SUV
Platform	Fiat Compact platform
Related	Alfa Romeo Giulia (2014) Alfa Romeo Giulietta (2010) Dodge Dart (2013)

The Alfa Romeo C-SUV is a planned model of luxury sport utility vehicle from Alfa Romeo, expected to enter production in 2015.

The car will most probably to be built on an extended version of the Giulietta’s platform and will be available in both front- and all-wheel drive layouts. The new model will be developed alongside a new Jeep SUV which is planned to replace the Patriot and Compass.

The C-SUV is planned to kick off Alfa Romeo's United States return, since the company withdrew in 1995.

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Last updated on 27 December 2013 at 17:30.

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