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Hyundai Unveils RB Concept in Moscow, Preview of Accent for Other Markets?
Hyundai took the wraps off the “RB” Concept at the Moscow International Auto Show today. And all we can say is, “That looks eerily familiar.” That’s because the RB Concept is essentially a thinly decorated version of the next-generation Accent (Verna in several markets) that was already unveiled in production guise for the Chinese market in Beijing.
The RB (which also happens to be the code-name of the next Accent) Concept sports a new front fascia that evokes the Fluidic Sculpture design theme observed by Hyundai’s as of late. Other differences from the Chinese-market Verna are purely due to the RB’s “Concept” namesake, with LED foglamps and taillamps, projector headlamps, as well as body-integrated dual exhausts that will not make the cut for the production car.
Hyundai officials confirmed that, at least for the Russian market, the new Accent will be powered by either a 1.4L or 1.6L Gamma engine. Featuring multiport fuel injection and CVVT or Continuously Variable Valve Timing, the 1.4 liter engine makes 107 PS and 135Nm of torque while the more potent 1.6 liter produces 124PS and 156Nm of torque. Both will be mated to either a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission.
Now here’s the interesting part. Remember that spyshot of the mysterious sub-compact prototype that befuddled us as to what it really was? Yes, that prototype is indeed the production version of the RB Concept, as the front fascia beneath the camo of the test car matches that of the RB Concept. What we can infer from this finding is that the Chinese-market Verna will most likely stay in China, as Hyundai has a tendency to tart up its cars exclusively for that market like this one. Meanwhile, the RB Concept is likely to be our best glimpse of the Accent destined for other markets like North America, Europe, Australia and South Korea.
[Source: Hyundai]
READ MORE for a full gallery of hi-res images of the RB Concept.
2011 Jaguar XJ75 Platinum concept
The company introduced the concept Jaguar XJ75 Platinum, which eventually could become a top range XJR.
Designed by Jaguar XJ75 Platinum is decorated in white and black style with new front and rear panels, as well as new thresholds, set at 22-inch wheels.
Contrast theme was continued and in the interior, with regard to door trim and seats. At the center console appeared custom made swiss watches handmade from Bremont Watch Company, Bowlers & Wilkins audio system in 1200 with 20-watt speakers Tew.
Under the hood is Jaguar XJ75 Platinum 5.0-liter Supercharged V-8 power of 470 hp and 575 Nm of torque.
Vauxhall/Opel Astra Coupe concept to premier in Paris
Vauxhall/Opel will reveal a concept car – at the Paris motor show in October – that will hint heavily at the fothcoming coming Astra Sport Hatch.
Vauxhall said it is inspired by the line ‘And the speed was pure beauty,’ from Jonathan Livingston Seagull by Richard Bach. The words are laser-etched into the upholstery on the front seats.
The Astra Coupe will go on sale mid-2011.
RTV Double R SUV concept
Designer from Coventry has developed three vehicles on a single platform. They are similar in appearance, but completely different in functionality.
Concept developed a designer Roberto Rodricks from Coventry. RTV (Rapid Tracked Vehicle) – these are three different vehicles, which are based on the same platform. New conceptual SUVs were named Double R Racer, Double R Response and Double R Weapon. All three models have a similar structure and different functional purpose.
As the name implies, the first model Double R Racer is a racing vehicles. According to the design concept, in this role, the new platform will be able to set new speed records on various types of tracks and in all weather conditions.
In turn, Double R Response is an SUV for search and rescue operations. It is assumed that such transport will be able to move along the landscape that are insurmountable for the majority of existing analogs.
As for the Double R Weapon, then this project is focused on the use of armed forces. In this concept terrain features will be complemented by weaponry and armored corps.
RTV Double R will be driven by a 5.5-liter V12, capable of reaching capacity of 650 horsepower and uses biodiesel. This vehicle could accelerate to 60 km / h in 4.5 seconds. With regard to housing, it can be made of carbon fiber, fiberglass, aluminum or titanium. The cabin, with capacity for one pilot, has a transparent dome on the surface of which is shown supporting information, including maps, briefings and so on.
BMW Gran Coupe concept green-lighted for production
BMW will inveterate that the Gran Coupe Concept will reach production. The design of the Audi A7-rival will be shared with the forthcoming 6 Series Coupe.
Speaking at an event in Munich, Klaus Draeger, an associate of BMW’s Board of Management, said that the GCC will become a 6-Series “four-door coupe”. He implied the car would launch in late 2012.
To be sold as the BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe, several engines and models will be offered: two petrols & diesels, a hybrid, and an M variant. So expect a 300bhp (304PS) 3.0 litre 6 cylinder (hybrids will have a 54bhp (55PS) electric motor), 400bhp (406PS) 4.4 litre V8 petrol, 3.0 litre diesel with 204bhp (207PS) and 245bhp (248 PS), and a twin-turbo V8 with 555bhp (563PS) to 570bhp (578PS).
Other than talking about the production GCC, Draeger mentioned BMW has designed and built a 6 Series Shooting Brake. It hasn’t been confirmed for production, but market evaluation studies are currently in progress.
