Audi also released today the details and images of the 2011 Audi TTS facelift for both the coupe and roadster versions. The 2011 Audi TTS facelift is still powered by the 2.0 TFSI engine that develops 200 kW (272 hp) and 350 Nm (258.15 lb-ft) of torque between 2,500 to 5,000 rpm. With this engine, the 2011 Audi TTS facelift can jump from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds and up to a limited top speed of 250 km/h. The official fuel consumption of the 2011 Audi TTS facelift is rated at 7.7 liters of fuel per 100 km (30.55 US mpg).

The 2011 Audi TTS facelift comes equipped with magnetic ride adaptive shock absorber technology, 18 inch rims and a new grille combined with chrome air inlets. The 2011 Audi TTS facelift price will be announced at a alter date.

By ZerCustoms

Making its European debut at this week’s Geneva Motor Show is the facelifted RAV4, or as Toyota prefers to call the latest version of its compact SUV, the "RAV-4 2010" which boasts a new front-end treatment, a refined interior and some minor engineering tweaks that reduce CO2 emissions.

The exterior updates are concentrated up front and include a newly designed bonnet, a wider grille with horizontal bars and chrome accents, new headlights, with projector-type low beam lamps and a reshaped bumper. These changes bring the RV-4 in line with the Toyota’s latest models such as the Avensis, Verso and Auris.

Inside, the most significant change on the RAV4 2010 concerns the availability of new leather/Alcantara seat upholstery. In Europe, the RAV-4 2010 is offered with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder petrol engine delivering 158HP and a 2.2-liter D-4D available with 150HP or 180HP

By CarScoop

New spy photos of the MINI Cooper S facelift were captured recently. The pictures, taken in Southern Germany, show some updates at both the front and rear. Some of the changes include a slightly modified air intake, with camo tape at points on the front bumper. In back, new rear lighting, similar to the current model, can be seen. The clusters appear to include LEDs. The photographer on the scene believes an entirely new rear bumper will also be used.

Many fans of the car will be looking to for changes to the vehicle’s interior. The interior has often been the subject of criticism for the use of somewhat cheap looking materials.

The facelifted MINI Cooper S could be released next year as a 2012 model year car. The second generation MINI Cooper was released for the 2007 model year, replacing the six-year old first generation.

By WCF

The Nissan Navara and Pathfinder have been given facelifts and we have the details. Nissan says the Navara has been Europe’s best-selling pickup since its launch. It wants to keep that going by making the car and its SUV sibling more attractive. Exterior changes include new front bumpers that give an extra 80mm to both vehicles, a new bonnet, a revised front grille, new headlamp styling and a different rear bumper. Also on offer are new 18-inch wheels to compliment existing ones.

The interior benefits from revised door trims, more tactile armrests and door pads, redesigned dials, the addition of chrome highlights and a new all-wheel-drive command control switch for the Pathfinder. Other nice items include the Nissan Connect Premium with a new high resolution touch screen, a 40GB hard drive and an optional Bose sound system.

Big news on the engine front is the new 3.0-litre V6 turbo diesel developed in cooperation with partner Renault. It makes 170kW (231PS / 228 hp) and peak torque of 550Nm (406 lb-ft) from 1700rpm up to 2500rpm. Nissan says 500Nm (369 lb-ft) is already on tap from 1500rpm.

The 2.5-litre dCi also went to engineering for some extra beef. Power has been upped to 140kW (190 PS / 188 hp) and torque is now 450Nm (332 lb-ft). It delivers an average of 8.5l/100km while C02 emissions are rated at 224 g/km. Nissan unveils the facelift Navara and Pathfinder at Geneva 2010 and European sales start in April. Sales of models fitted with the V6 diesel only start around June.

By WCF

We’ve already seen details and a pair of official photos of Toyota’s refreshed 2010 Auris for the European market, but now we have a comprehensive image gallery of both the three- and five-door hatchback versions of the car shot during a media event in Europe. For 2010, the Auris has been pepped up with a new front end that includes a restyled grille, swept-back headlamps, new bumper and revised bonnet profile, while at the back, the tail lamp clusters are revised and there’s a new rear bumper with extended corner sections.

Inside, the new Auris has been upgraded with a new centre console and revised Optitron dials with white illumination, while Toyota also added soft-touch materials on the top of the instrument panel and around the glovebox. Under the skin, Toyota’s engineers fine tuned the Auris’ suspension and speed-sensitive Electric Power Steering (EPS). The standard Auris retains its current range of petrol and diesel engines and six-speed manual and MultiMode transmissions. The facelifted Auris will have its debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March alongside the production version of the Auris HSD Hybrid.

By CarScoop