Video: Tesla Model S P85 Vs. Mercedes G63 AMG on the Drag Strip

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Sometimes it's hard to comprehend just how fast electric cars can be. Take for example, this Tesla Modes S P85. It sits side by side with a twin-turbocharged V-8 lurking inside a Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG. Don't forget that V-8 pumps out an impressive 536 horsepower and 560 pound-feet of torque through a seven-speed, dual-clutch transmission and a four-wheel-drive system. However, as this video shows, things aren't always as they seem.

The Tesla's 85-kWh battery pumps out 416 horsepower and 443 pound-feet of torque, which is good enough for a 0-to-60-mph run of four seconds and a quarter-mile time in the 12-second range. Around town, the battery has enough juice for a leisurely 265-mile drive on a single charge. That's immensely impressive considering the Model S can carry five adults and two smaller children.

Without spoiling the outcome, both high-performance machines give it all they got once the Christmas tree turns green. Its also extremely odd to consider just how different these two are. One is a bygone German military machine with modern luxury aspirations with a thirst for dead dino blood while the other is a modern take on the electric car built wholly inside the United States by American workers for the purpose of conserving natural resources and promoting environmental awareness.

It's sort of ironic that these vehicles' exterior colors match their stark differences to a tee.

Video: Tesla Model S P85 Vs. Mercedes G63 AMG on the Drag Strip originally appeared on topspeed.com on Sunday, 16 November 2014 06:00 EST.

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Porsche Claims There is No 911 or Macan Hybrid in the Works

There's been a lot of talk about Porsche's rumored plans to develop a hybrid version of the 911. The rumor surfaced in early 2014 and brought the prospect of a sports car that could deliver around 700 ponies while being able to run on electric power for a limited amount of time. Better fuel efficiency was also on the table for a scenario that sounded exciting to say the least. However, it seems Porsche is in no hurry to build a 911 hybrid, at least not during the current generation's lifetime.

According to Top Gear, which spoke to an unnamed Porsche spokesman, the Germans aren't planning to bring plug-in technology to the 991-gen 911. With the current model having been introduced less than three years ago, a hybrid iteration is out of the question for at least three to four more years. What's more, the company official added it's unlikely for the generation that replaces the 991 to get it as well, which means another six to seven years without a plug-in 911. That's not to say Porsche is ruling out a 911 hybrid, but it could be a possibility "within the next 15 years." If you're still excited about that 911 hybrid, then you're a very patient gearhead.

The 911 isn't the only Porsche that's not getting a hybrid drivetrain anytime soon. It seems a hybrid version of the Macan is out of the question as well, mainly because the hybrid powertrain motivating the Cayenne S E-Hybrid is too big for the crossover. The company is considering a more compact hybrid system, Porsche hybrid powertrain manager Manfred Shurmann told Top Gear, but "no development is taking place at the moment."

All told, Porsche's hybrid lineup is set to continue with its three-car range, which includes the 918, Cayenne and Panamera, for the foreseeable future.

Click past the jump to read more about Porsche's hybrid plans.

Porsche Claims There is No 911 or Macan Hybrid in the Works originally appeared on topspeed.com on Thursday, 23 October 2014 10:00 EST.

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Dodge Journey

Posted on 08.5.2013 14:00 by Kirby Garlitos

Dodge's attempt to re-inject some life to the Journey looks to have paid off with the 2013 model. Although that's not much of a stretch, given the mediocrity that plagued its past iterations, you have to give credit to Dodge for giving the Journey all the necessary tools - and then some - to be able to properly compete against a competitive market segment.

So, yeah, the 2013 Journey is a lot better than its past namesakes and while it still can't be considered a "class-leader," it's made huge enough strides to be treated with respect and attention.

The 2013 Journey's reasonably sporty feel, combined with impressive looks and refined interior makes it an SUV worth your time and money. And, oh by the way, it now comes with a 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine that produces arguably one of the highest outputs of any SUV in its class.

For those looking to have a family-friendly SUV with a hidden thirst for power lurking underneath, the 2013 Journey is as good a choice as any.

Click past the jump to read more about the 2013 Dodge Journey

Dodge Journey originally appeared on topspeed.com on Monday, 5 August 2013 14:00 EST.

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Video: Chris Harris Puts the Fiesta ST Against the G63 AMG in a Weird Way

Posted on 08.5.2013 15:00 by Simona

In the latest episode of Drive, Chris Harris performed a rather interesting head-to-head comparison, putting a Mercedes G63 AMG against a Ford Fiesta ST. That may sound insane, given the ST hits 60 mph in around 7 seconds and the G63 AMG does the same in 5.3 seconds, but there is a twist. The twist is that Harris wanted to see if the G63 AMG could beat the Fiesta ST to 60 mph while towing, well... the Fiesta ST...

That's right, Chris strapped 4 tons of trailer and car to the G63 AMG and put the pedal to the metal to see if monstrous Benz SUV can get to 60 mph in under 7 seconds. Quite an interesting and original comparison.

As a reminder, the G63 AMG is powered by a 5.5-liter V-8 biturbo engine that delivers a total of 544 horsepower and 560 pound-feet of torque. The Fiesta ST's 1.6-liter turbocharged engine produces 197 horsepower and 214 pound of torque.

So, is the Fiesta ST faster under its own power or while strapped to the back of the Mercedes?

Video: Chris Harris Puts the Fiesta ST Against the G63 AMG in a Weird Way originally appeared on topspeed.com on Monday, 5 August 2013 15:00 EST.

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Land Rover Considers More Powerful Discovery Sport

You can never have too much of a good thing, and I think we would all agree that faster and sportier cars fall into that category. Hot off the unveil of the all-new Land Rover Discovery Sport, we have news that JLR is looking to maybe make an even more aggressive model. In a piece posted up by the fine folks at CarAdvice, Land Rover's director of programs Murray Dietsch is being quoted as saying the Disco Sport is not an "outwardly sporty vehicle," and that he would "like to [do] one."

That is a promising statement indeed, but things get even wackier. Rather than dumping a massive V-8 under the hood like it did for the Range Rover Sport SVR, Land Rover may opt for a high-power diesel engine like Audi uses in the SQ5. Dietsch chimed in again with "We've got sporty derivatives of other vehicles in Europe that have got higher output engines that are diesel, so it would be horses for courses I think."

To round out this pile of awesome news, it seems the Range Rover and Disco Sport models won't be the only machines getting the "go-faster" treatment. There are plans in the works to make a high-end version of every model in the family portfolio. Think about how Mercedes uses its AMG division.

I think this sounds like a great plan.

Click past the jump to read more about the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

Land Rover Considers More Powerful Discovery Sport originally appeared on topspeed.com on Wednesday, 15 October 2014 08:00 EST.

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Mercedes GLK 350 4MATIC Schwarz Edition

Posted on 08.5.2013 18:00 by Simona

The Japanese market has received lots of special attention from tuners in the past few months. After BMW launched a bunch of special-edition models, like the BMW M5 Nighthawk Edition, Mercedes decided it was its turn to develop some special models for Japan.

The first model it released was a rather boring B180 Northern Lights Black Special Edition, but now the maker wanted to make up for this lackluster model and came up with something pretty cool: this GLK 350 4MATIC Schwarz Edition.

The special model got its name from the German word for black, so it is pretty easy to imagine what the the dominant color is. The Schwarz Edition is painted in Obsidian Black, and features stainless-steel running boards and 20-inch wheels. AMG also tossed in a pretty cool styling package a new new sports suspension.

For the interior, the new GLK 350 4MATIC Schwarz Edition adds seats wrapped in a combination of Artico and Dinamica leather, a sport steering wheel, black ash wood trim and alloy pedals.

The new Mercedes GLK 350 4MATIC Schwarz Edition is limited to only 100 units and is priced at 6,840,000 or a little under $70k.

Click past the jump to read more about the standard Mercedes GLK 350.

Mercedes GLK 350 4MATIC Schwarz Edition originally appeared on topspeed.com on Monday, 5 August 2013 18:00 EST.

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Land wind X7, the fake Range-Rover Evoque from China!

As many people, you like the Range Rover Evoque, but you don't have the money to buy this SUV. No problem! if you live in China, you can now buy a very close copy for less than $20K.
The landwind X7 costs 1/4 of the Range Rover Evoque in China.
What Land Rover thinks about that ?
Land Rover is probably contacting his lawyers to work on this case :)

Land wind X7, the fake Range-Rover Evoque from China! originally appeared on topspeed.com on Friday, 19 September 2014 15:30 EST.

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Video: Mercedes-Benz MLC-Class Goes Testing on the Nurburgring

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The upcoming Mercedes-Benz MLC has been spotted doing hot laps around the famed N rburgring wearing its swirly camouflage. Mercedes engineers appear to be pushing the BMW X6-fighter pretty hard around the track, as those low-profile tires scream in protest around every turn. This isn't the first time we've seen Mercedes testing the fastback SUV, but it is the first time seeing it perform on the track.

While we don't have official word of what lies under the MLC's hood, but the engine powering this example let off plenty of cracks and snarls at it accelerated away. This may very well be an AMG model, though we suspect the bodywork for AMG-specific MLCs would be more aggressive. It does seem to keep up with the Porsche Cayenne at the video's one-minute mark.

Mercedes will likely have the MLC production ready for the 2016 model year. Since it's a direct competitor to the BMW X6, we can expect it to carry a price tag of $60,000 to $70,000 depending upon trim levels.

Stay tuned to TopSpeed for any more developing spy shots and news regarding the upcoming Mercedes-Benz MLC.

Video: Mercedes-Benz MLC-Class Goes Testing on the Nurburgring originally appeared on topspeed.com on Monday, 25 August 2014 18:00 EST.

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How Ferrari Could Make Billions and Kill Itself in Five Quick Years

Ferrari will have five new cars to release in the next five years. And that number doesn't include special editions, one-offs or anything like that. Doesn't that sound super amazing?!

Well it does sound cool, but the news is not as big as it sounds. Ferrari has been on a yearly update schedule for quite a while now. That is simply their main business plan. Every year we get a revised model, and every four years, that model gets a heavy update. So we had things like the 599 GTB that became the 599 GTO. For the current lineup, we got the California, then the 458, the FF came after that, and now we have the F12 Berlinetta. Then the cycle began its repeat with this year's California T, the first major refresh. Next year should see a faster, modified version of the 458 arrive.

Ferrari is also still enforcing its 7,000-car maximum production limit, so there won't be any more available than there already are. I think the really big takeaway from the announcement was the fact that Ferrari said they are still exclusively using V-8 and V-12 engines. There were rumors of something like a forced induction V-6 in a potential 458 update, so those are now basically dead. Ferrari also is not going to heavily invest into hybrid systems until the tech reaches a level they deem satisfactory.

As cool as the announcement of a new lineup of Ferrari's seems, it's actually just business as usual.

But what if Ferrari didn't do business as usual? What if Ferrari decided it wanted to dramatically increase sales, and didn't care so much about its brand prestige and message? It worked wonders for Porsche with models like the Cayenne.

Hit the break to see our self-destructing, five-year Ferrari plan; brand prestige be damned.

How Ferrari Could Make Billions and Kill Itself in Five Quick Years originally appeared on topspeed.com on Monday, 12 May 2014 13:00 EST.

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Nissan Rogue Select

Essentially a simplified version of the 2014 Nissan Rogue, the 2014 Rogue Select is the kind of what-you-see-is-what-you-get compact SUV that leaves everything it's got at the front door. It doesn't come with a lot of major surprises, offering itself as is and little in the way of added surprises.

It figures that for a compact SUV that doesn't have a whole lot of optional equipment, the Rogue Select is being offered for budget-conscious owners. For its price (less than $20,000 for the base model) you can make a case that the Rogue Select is a good way to go just so you can say you have a compact SUV in your garage.

But the other prevailing thought is the extra money you can shell out for other models that have a lot more to offer than the Rogue Select. Nissan probably doesn't mind that thinking since it still has the 2014 Rogue to satisfy those needs.

It's just that in case you're on a tight budget, Nissan has you covered with the Rogue Select.

Click past the jump to read more about the 2014 Nissan Rogue Select.

Nissan Rogue Select originally appeared on topspeed.com on Saturday, 5 April 2014 12:00 EST.

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BMW X5 with M Performance parts

Posted on 11.28.2013 14:00 by Simona

Next to the 2 Series Coupe we brought you earlier today, BMW also equipped the X5 SUV with a series of updates offered by its M Performance subsidiary. Just like with the coupe, the updated SUV will be available starting March 2014 and includes a series of updates to both the exterior and the interior, plus a more powerful engine.

The X5 xDrive35i received a modified engine control system that increases the final output by 20 horsepower - up to a total of 326 horsepower and 36 pound-feet of torque. The extra power was combined with an optimized accelerator pedal set-up that will improve the spontaneous response of the engine and will optimize performance.

For the X5 xDrive35i BMW is also offering a M Performance silencer system plus a M Performance tailpipe trim elements available either in chrome or carbon.

Click past the jump to read more about the BMW X5 with M Performance parts.

BMW X5 with M Performance parts originally appeared on topspeed.com on Thursday, 28 November 2013 14:00 EST.

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2014 Jeep Cherokee Ad Unearths Your Inner Childhood

Posted on 11.2.2013 12:00 by Mark McNabb

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Ah, the boundless joys of childhood. Freedom and possibilities that stretched as far as the neighborhood streets, as fast as your bicycle would ride them, and as a wide as your orange-peel smile in the school cafeteria. Jeep's new Built Free ad campaign aims to unearth those youthful feelings from under the mundane grind of adulthood with the slogan, "You're still here. And you're still you. The horizons haven't gone anywhere."

The commercial for the all-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee ditches the numbers-filled, technical approach to selling in favor of a strictly lifestyle angle, with Chrysler saying the technical stuff will come later.

"The return of Jeep Cherokee and the Built Free campaign serves as a reminder that we can fulfill our daily responsibilities and still follow our innate desire to explore new and different experiences," says Olivier Francois, Chrysler's Chief Marketing Officer. "The Jeep brand has a rich history steeped in the unrelenting pursuit of freedom."

The ad started airing Oct. 28th on all the major television networks and is the first in a long line of advertisements for the new crossover. Print, online, and even movie theater spots will follow, including Ben Stiller's latest, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty.

Jeep began marketing the Cherokee this summer with a unique digital campaign "Tales from the Trailhawk," an online video series showcasing the crossover's 4x4 capabilities. The video series follows the Cherokee through the many off-road obstacles it faced while earning its "Trail Rated" badge, including traction, articulation, maneuverability, ground clearance, and water fording.

The Cherokee may be trail-rated, but now can finally be considered dealer-rated, as it officially makes it way into dealer showrooms. The Cherokee's launch was delayed by two months due to last-minute updates to the engine management software. The Cherokee has a base starting price of $22,995, excluding tax, title, and destination.

Click past the jump for more about the all-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee

2014 Jeep Cherokee Ad Unearths Your Inner Childhood originally appeared on topspeed.com on Saturday, 2 November 2013 12:00 EST.

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BMW X5 Security Plus Concept

Posted on 09.10.2013 15:00 by Simona

The production version i8 wasn't the only unveiling the Bimmer had coming at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show, as BMW also threw together an X5 Security Plus - a concept specially designed to offer all-round protection against violent assault, kidnapping and organized crime.

The concept features high-performance steel moldings and panels that ensure the best protection, even against an AK-47. There is also a specially developed security glass resistant to attack by blunt weapons, while the polycarbonate coating on the inside of the glass provides effective protection against flying splinters. The concept is also equipped with security-specific components and technologies that help you protect yourself against all kinds of attacks.

Along with the safety features, the new X5 Security Plus Concept also offers excellent driveability, thanks to its V-8 TwinPower Turbo engine with 450 horsepower, and BMW xDrive all-wheel drive.

BMW also optimized the chassis to compensate for the extra heft that installing these security system creates. This helps assure that the security-detail X5 looks, drives and behaves just like a normal X5.

Click past the jump to read more about the standard BMW X5.

BMW X5 Security Plus Concept originally appeared on topspeed.com on Tuesday, 10 September 2013 15:00 EST.

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2014 Jeep Cherokee Looks Like no Other Jeep

Posted on 02.22.2013 20:00 by Simona

We know that Jeep has been working on a new smaller SUV for quite some time now, but everyone expected this new model to be the new-generation Liberty built on an Alfa Romeo platform. Instead, rumors point toward Jeep deciding to bring back the "Cherokee" name, and as you can see from this leaked image, it looks like no other Jeep.

The first thing you will notice is the odd headlight design that combines narrow lights on the top with larger bulbs next to the grille. When viewed from the side, it looks a little bit like the Isuzu Axiom - a car that enjoyed relative success, despite its odd looks. In general, the new Cherokee features a more futuristic look and no doubt is more daring than any other Jeep we have ever seen.

The new Cherokee will be based on the Alfa Giulietta, but with all the modifications needed to transform it into a real off-road model. The model is expected to receive a 3.2-liter V-6 engine, while a 2.0-liter four-cylinder diesel engine will be offered for exported models.

The new Cherokee will be unveiled next month at the New York Auto Show.

2014 Jeep Cherokee Looks Like no Other Jeep originally appeared on topspeed.com on Friday, 22 February 2013 20:00 EST.

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Production Version Lambo Urus Revealed in Patent Drawings

Posted on 02.18.2013 13:00 by Simona

Lamborghini has been planning expand its lineup with a new model for quite some time now, but when it comes to a production version of the Urus concept, Lambo CEO, Stephan Winkelmann, reported that we will have to wait a few more years. However, a set of patent drawings from the leak-happy Chinese patent office revealing the production version Urus makes us believe that we could see the SUV on the market sooner than expected.

As you can see, the production version will remain basically identical to the concept version, with the only updates being the exterior mirrors, which seem to be a little bigger than on the concept.

If built, the production-version Urus will be powered by a 4.0-liter twin-boosted V8 engine that will pump out just about 600 horsepower. Previous rumors suggested the model will be offered as a 2017 model year and will be priced from about $200k.

Production Version Lambo Urus Revealed in Patent Drawings originally appeared on topspeed.com on Monday, 18 February 2013 13:00 EST.

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Hyundai ix35

Posted on 02.11.2013 16:00 by Simona

The second-generation Hyundai ix35 (also known as Tucson for the American market) was unveiled in 2009 and this is the first time the company is working on a facelift for it. Our spy photographers have caught the SUV testing for the first time, before the car’s official unveiling at the 2013 Frankfurt Car Show in September.

Even though the SUV is heavily camouflaged, we expect it to feature design elements we have seen on both the Santa Fe and i40. This means we will see a three-bar hexagonal front grille, new headlamps, wraparound taillights and a new rear spoiler. Our spy photographers managed to also catch a shot of the interior, reveling that it will also receive small changes, most likely inspired by previously unveiled Hyundai models.

Under the hood, you should expect some all-new or modified engines to meet the demand for more fuel-efficient engines and less CO2.

Hyundai ix35 originally appeared on topspeed.com on Monday, 11 February 2013 16:00 EST.

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Bentley SUV

Posted on 02.5.2013 14:00 by Simona

Ultra-luxury brands beware, another one of your comrades is falling down the shame spiral and building a - gasp - SUV!

Sure that’s a little dramatic, but so are all of the people that are scoffing at the fact that Bentley has now confirmed a new SUV scheduled to hit their lineup sometime in 2015. If everyone remembers correctly, these are the same people that were horrified that Porsche decided to build the Cayenne and look how well that turned out for them.

Now, with a 37-percent increase in sales in 2011 (to 7,003 vehicles sold), Bentley is looking to double this number by the time this new SUV comes out by making it "the world's most luxurious 4x4" SUV and targeting growing SUV markets like the U.S. and China. The "luxurious" title will also match the price; rumors point to the starting price for this future SUV coming in at $271,000, making the $48,200 starting price of the Porsche Cayenne look like it belongs on a Kia Sportage.

So, what constitutes the jumbo price tag? Other than the supposedly tremendous amount of luxury built into the future SUV, rumors are swirling that a V-8 twin-turbocharged engine would be the standard powerplant and a W-12 engine is a possible option.

Bentley is taking a big step with its improving sales by giving an SUV a chance to flourish. Does the world need a strong competitor for the Porsche Cayenne? Probably not, but that doesn’t mean that high-end customers with deep pockets won’t be writing out checks for a chance to wallow in the luxurious nature promised by Bentley.

UPDATE 02/03/2013: Volkswagen Group has finally given the green light to the EXP 9 F super-luxury SUV unveiled at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. The production version is internally known as the "Falcon" and is expected to be unveiled in the upcoming three years. The good news is that reports are pointing toward that the production version likely dropping the controversial design of the EXP 9F concept and will adopt a more conventional Bentley look. When put on sale in will be priced at about 200,000 euro - about $271,000 at the current exchange rates. Additionally, Bentley plans to sell about 5,000 units of its new SUV per year. (Automotive News)

Bentley SUV originally appeared on topspeed.com on Tuesday, 5 February 2013 14:00 EST.

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Range Rover Evoque Desert Warrior 3

Posted on 11.7.2012 17:00 by Kirby Garlitos Filed under: Landrover | suv | Sports Utility / 4x4 | car tuning | Range Rover Evoque | Cars | Car Reviews | Landrover

The Range Rover Evoque may be classified as a chic SUV, but that certainly doesn’t mean that it can’t be turned into an off-road monster that isn’t afraid to get down and dirty when the situation calls for it.

This is the Evoque Desert Warrior 3, an off-road race car that will be on hand for the yearly festivities of Bonfire Night. One look at the Desert Warrior 3 and you immediately understand why its named as such. The satin black paint finish and the corresponding aerodynamic modifications lend its part to distinguish this beast from the normally posh Evoque.

The Desert Warrior 3 was also fitted with a new set of 16-inch Comp.omotive Atacama Rally Raid wheels wrapped in BF Goodrich Desert Race G series tires, thus enhancing the SUV’s menacing look and improving its rideability when running roughshod on the off-road terrain. Improved handling was also taken care of by eight new Reiger coilovers.

Under the hood of the Desert Warrior 3 is a 3.0-liter diesel engine that carries 275 horsepower and an astounding 630 pound-feet of torque while mated to a six-speed sequential transmission. That power would probably be more had it not been for an FIA restrictor.

The real rub with the Desert Warrior 3 are the special features it carries. Find out what they are by clicking past the jump.

Range Rover Evoque Desert Warrior 3 originally appeared on topspeed.com on Wednesday, 7 November 2012 17:00 EST.

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TopSpeed Rendering: 2014 Alfa Romeo SUV

Posted on 10.24.2012 19:00 by Simona Filed under: Alfa-Romeo | suv | Spy Shots and Rendering | luxury cars | future cars | Cars | Car News

Alfa Romeo is preparing to make an impressive comeback to the US market with four new models. One of them is the company’s long rumored compact crossover SUV. The model - unnamed, but rumored to be called CXover - will be built on the same platform as the next generation Jeep Liberty and will target models like the Audi Q5 and the BMW X3.

Alfa Romeo will offer both front-drive and all-wheel drive variants, and a full engine line-up including a 1750 TC GDI that delivers 200 HP, a 2.0-liter JTDm diesel unit with 140 HP, and a 3.3 liter variant of Chrysler's Pentastar V6 engine that delivers a total of 275 HP. It has also been rumored that a new 9-speed automatic transmission will find its way into the new SUV.

Expect to see the new Alfa Romeo SUV launched sometime in 2013, more than likely at the Geneva Motor Show.

TopSpeed Rendering: 2014 Alfa Romeo SUV originally appeared on topspeed.com on Wednesday, 24 October 2012 19:00 EST.

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Land Rover Range Rover LRGT Concept

Posted on 10.8.2012 02:00 by Justin Cupler Filed under: Landrover | suv | industry news | crossover | Landrover RangeRover | luxury cars | utility vehicle | 2012 | design study | Cars | Car Reviews | Landrover

When Thibault Devauze was just an intern at Land Rover, he was handed a big job of designing a crossover SUV to rival the likes of the X6 and the Bentley Continental GTC — an eclectic set of rivals, huh? The project had only a few real rules: make it luxurious, make it a coupe, price it above 100K, and give it the biggest, baddest engine that Land Rover had to offer.

With these guidelines and the base chassis of the Range Rover Sport Supercharged, Devauze came up with the LRGT Concept. After six weeks of designing and sketching, Devauze and two modelers came up with the first ever CAD images of his brainchild. Since then, he has used that model to come up with final results of the concept that, according to his claims, are still on the table at Land Rover.

This model is pegged to sit at the top of Land Rover's Range Rover lineup. It boasts Lad-Rover's famed front end with a slight twist, as it rakes rearward more than most current Land Rover SUVs, sans the Evoque. As you stretch over its shallow-raked, hood you come to a roofline that dives into the back end of the crossover. Around the back end you get a pair of circular taillights that cap off a sleek rump and pair of oblong tail pipes are integrated in with the rear bumper.

From the side profile, you find an awesome reverse-wedge design that just seems to fit perfectly with the sharp upper beltline and the massive pair of doors designed to replace the typical 4-door SUV setup.

The driving force under the hood of this massive 4,850 mm (190 -inch) long x 1,995 mm (78-inch) wide x 1,510 mm (59-inch) wide 2,095 kg (4,618-pound) crossover is Land Rover's supercharged 5.0-liter V-8 engine that pumps out 540 PS (532 horsepower) and 725 Nm (534 pound-feet) of torque.

From the looks of it, this appears to be the big brother of the Evoque, but we'll find out in the coming years if this is a production concept or just another one that will be filed away for future model design.