Citroen Reveals Family-Sized DS5 Crossover ahead of Shanghai Premiere

Citroen has officially dropped photos and information on its all-new DS5, which is the latest addition to its DS sub-brand and the largest one yet. Measuring 4.52 meters in length, 1.50 meters in height and 1.85 m in width, the DS5 sits between the C4 and the C5 in Citroen's range, with the company describing the car as an alternative to the more conventional C5 with a higher ground clearance, more refined interior and a crossover shape.

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New Citroën DS5 to Break Cover at Shanghai Auto Show Next Week

Prepare for impending teasing over the next few days as Citroën has released the first in a likely series of preview images of the third member in its distinctive line of DS models, the DS5, which will receive its world premiere on 18 April at the Shanghai International Motor Show.

Aside from the image pictured above, the French carmaker is keeping mum on all the details simply stating that the “DS5 is set to bring distinctive new elegance and panache to the executive class”.

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Toyota, PSA and BMW Closest to Achieving EU’s New CO2 Targets

Toyota, PSA/Peugeot-Citroen and BMW are the carmakers closest to reaching their CO2 targets next year, according to a report by market research firm JATO Dynamics. The targets are imposed by the European Union, whose objective for 2015 is to enforce a fleet average CO2 level of 130 g/km for manufacturers selling cars in Europe.

In order to reach that objective, CO2 targets are lowered progressively each year. In 2009 the average was 145.9 g/km and in 2010 it went down to 140.9 g/km. Emissions regulations will be imposed starting next year, with significant fines to be enforced to automakers that will not comply with the new emissions limits.

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Former F1 Champion Kimi Raikkonen Moving to NASCAR Truck Series

Kimi Raikkonen surprised the motorsport world this week by announcing he will switch to NASCAR this year. The 2007 Formula 1 champion will start racing with a new team called ICE1 in the Truck series and will later move to the Nationwide and Sprint Cup series. Most likely, the team will be supported by Raikkonen himself, whose current WRC team is called ICE1 as well and is backed by the driver and sponsors from Finland.

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2011 Shanghai Auto Show Promises Several World Premieres

China’s auto shows are growing bigger and bigger by the year as the local market continues to expand in sales. The most significant car show is the Auto China, which is held alternatively in Beijing and Shanghai every other year. This year’s edition will take place in Shanghai.

More often than not, leading American, European, Japanese and Korean automakers present their newest offerings at well-established car shows like Geneva, Frankfurt, Paris and Detroit, but in the past few years, we’re seeing increased numbers of new models being unveiled in China.

This year show will be no exception, as many new cars are planned to be revealed in Shanghai (April 23-28), despite the fact that it overlaps the 2011 NY Auto Show (April 22 - May 1).

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AMAZING CONCEPT FROM CITROEN C-METISSE

Citroen is unveiling their amazing concept C-Metisse at the 2006 Paris Motor Show. C-Metisse is a coupe of character, boasting a high level of on-board comfort and performance, while also respecting the environment.



This car have the elegant proportions, flamboyant bodywork, spectacular door design and extensive chrome, this elegant 4-seater 4-door coupe revives a passion for the most prestigious Grand Touring vehicles.

C-Metisse boasts real driving sensations with a driving position featuring the latest technologies, and a specially designed high-performance diesel hybrid drivetrain.

Introduced at : 2006 Paris Motorshow

Engine : HDI V 6
Engine Location : Front , transversely mounted
Displacement : 2.700 liter / 164.8 cu in
Valvetrain : 4 valves / cylinder, DOHC
Fuel feed : Direct Fuel Injection
Aspiration : Twin turbo

Chassis/body : unitary steel
Front suspension : double wishbones, hydro-pneumatic dampers
Rear suspension : double wishbones, hydro-pneumatic dampers
Gearbox : 6 speed Automatic

Drive : All wheel drive

Dimensions

Weight : 1400 kilo / 3086.5 lbs
Length / Width / Height : 4740 mm (186.6 in) / 2000 mm (78.7 in) / 1240 mm (48.8 in)
Wheelbase / Track (fr/r) : 3000 mm (118.1 in) / N/A / N/A

Performance figures

Power : 208 bhp / 155 KW
BHP/Liter : 77 bhp / liter
Power to weight ratio : 0.15 bhp / kg
Top Speed : 250 km/h / 155 mph
0-60 mph Acceleration : 6.1 s

Official Citroen Site

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