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Testing the Mercedes ML 280 CDI, and tests.
Mercedes ML 280 CDI, the espri 4X4.
Your neighbors will certainly notice if you buy a Mercedes ML 280 CDI.

Looks and divided opinions, but we expect that the Mercedes ML has more to offer than turning heads for watching. Read the full review.

1. Design 8 / 10
The Mercedes ML is a strong statement – and unsurprisingly split opinions within the office. Whether for his pumped-up look with 20-inch alloys, dual chrome rectangular exhaust pipes, wheel arches huge, roof rails, grille and sporty dynamic squat is a matter of taste. We drove a black model and it is no doubt that she turns heads admirers and detractors. If you are looking for something to “bad-boy” 4X4 end of the spectrum they do not come much nastier than that.

2. Look inside 8 / 10
black plastic, black leather seats, black interior and roof glass ensure that privacy If you liked Mercedes ML outside the interior is likely to tick all the boxes to the right too. The information display and center console are positively conservative compared to the rest of the air in the car, but are simple to understand and use.

The seats are nicely molded and very comfortable – and coupled to an adjustable steering wheel height and reach, it is easy to find a good driving position. We undertook two trips of four hours during our one-week loan and both front and rear passengers have been left without harm. Read the rest of this entry »

From autumn 2010, numerous additions to the range of engines and the set of equipment for a large number of model series will bring a further increase in the diversity of the BMW model range. After the successful launch, the new 5 Series Sedan can be also, from September 2010 for the first time equipped with technology clever four-wheel drive BMW xDrive. This drive system, electronically controlled four-wheel drive will mount on the BMW 550i xDrive Sedan, which is driven by an eight-cylinder engine.

For its part, the BMW 535d Saloon offers greater possibilities in the choice of engines. This new top model in the series diesel version is powered by a six-cylinder with 220 kW / 299 hp BMW TwinPower Turbo, which will also be available for the BMW 5 Series Touring from September 2010. The range of this car engine is complemented with two engine variants, immediately following its market launch. In addition to the BMW 535d Touring in the fall of 2010 also will see the arrival of BMW 525d Touring (150 kW / 204 hp) and the BMW 528i Touring (190 kW / 258 hp). Read the rest of this entry »

The new BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo had its avant-premiere for southern Latin America in the gentle landscapes of the department of Colonia, more precisely in Carmelo, Uruguay. This development provided an opportunity for representatives of the press from the region could see and drive the new BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo, the first of its kind. His imminent arrival in Argentina will be from August 2010.

Over the 4 days of presentation, management could perform tests on Route 21 Colonia del Sacramento joining with the City of Caramel, led by renowned Argentine Gustavo Der Ohanessian pilot. During these tests are able to enjoy the beautiful scenery of this majestic area from the comfort provided by the 5 Series Gran Turismo. Read the rest of this entry »

BMW of North America announced that the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) told the BMW 5 Series Sedan 2011 as the “2010 Top Safety Pick,” meaning the highest rating given by the IIHS, based on their performance in each of the impact tests made to the vehicle.

The award “2010 Top Safety Pick” for the BMW 5 Series Sedan is one of many awards that BMW Group has won the Institute over the years. In fact, as a result of tests conducted in 2008, the BMW 3 Series Sedan 2009, like the X3 Sports Activity Vehicles and X5 were these awards.

“Security has been a priority at BMW for a long time, so getting this recognition means a lot,” said Jim O’Donnell, president of BMW Group in North America. “The press has praised this car and our consumers have eagerly awaited its arrival in showrooms. This award shows that we are at the forefront in the development of safer and more efficient vehicles like the new 5 Series Sedan “added the executive. Read the rest of this entry »

Fiat Punto 2010 Evo means, technical and video: The new Fiat Punto Evo 2010 unveiled its world premiere at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, with its modern design the new Fiat Punto Evo is officially launched today. It aims to build on the success of its predecessor, the Fiat Grande Punto, and become a benchmark for innovation, safety and style thanks to several new features.

The name “Evo” reveals a level of evolution in car design that is able to satisfy customers who are increasingly demanding in terms of technology, driving pleasure and environmental friendliness.

The technological excellence of Fiat Punto Evo is shown mainly by the wide range of Euro 5 engines, including the second generation Multiair 1.3 Multijet and 1.4 – the revolutionary technology developed by Fiat Powertrain Technologies will be gradually adopted by the entire group Fiat engines. Alongside these innovative production units and the most traditional are methane and LPG hybrid systems, combining to form the engine range more complete and friendly environment in the sector, without exception. Read the rest of this entry »

Test and tests of the Mercedes ML 270 CDi offers the prestigious and comfortable class to both drive and own.
Mercedes ML weekends Recently Tested Is A No-brainer. “> To find a word to define the latest Mercedes diesel engine” Classy “responds perfectly.

Our ML 270 CDI arrived, a shiny metallic black from head to toe, with a mileage of actual delivery on the clock – so we were able to assess exactly how a “real” owner would feel having a fair distribution take
one of Mercedes’ Smart sport utility vehicles. It was a very pleasant experience, and has continued to improve with each of the 800-mile test, we added during the test a week under very pressure.

While the M-Class offers a capacity of first-order all-terrain – Thanks to a reader full-time four-wheel and the state of the art 4ETS traction system – it is primarily intended for use on road and as such complies with all standards expected of a passenger car Mercedes-Benz. It is a great way of driving comfort on the road, especially over long distances. Read the rest of this entry »