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The fortwo Brabus edition red, available in both coupe and cabrio flavas. Is the latest in a long line of special editions aimed at putting some spark into the rather tired ultra-mini city car. Tuning division Brabus, however, has done wonders with the smart range in the past, and this quirky little three-cylinder machine generates 74bhp, is completely red, comes with 16in alloys and a full bodykit
Standard equipment includes semi-auto transmission, leather seats, dashboard and door trims with red contrast stitching, 3-spoke leather sports steering wheel with steering wheel gearshift paddles, air-con, front fog lights, twin sports exhaust with heat shield and audio package.
A spokesman said: “There’s never been a smart fortwo quite like it. This distinctive and exclusive special edition will appeal to customers who want to stand out from the crowd and enjoy the fun-packed performance that a Brabus-tuned engine can offer”.
Rated at 72 kW / 98 bhp, the smart fortwo BRABUS and smart fortwo BRABUS Xclusive have more than 30 percent more engine power than the BRABUS variant of the predecessor model. At the same time the low consumption and low CO2 emissions demonstrate that this does not have to come at a cost to the environment and customers’ wallets.
In addition, the two BRABUS variants boast an extremely low weight to power ratio: at just 7.8 kg/bhp this is 24 percent lower than that of the previous BRABUS variant.
Smart fortwo BRABUS: Greater power and sports suspension
The smart fortwo BRABUS places the primary focus on sportiness. Its three-cylinder petrol engine with capacity of one litre delivers 72 kW (98 bhp) and together with maximum torque of 140 Newton metres this lends the 770 kilo two-seater remarkably lively agility. The sprint from zero to 100 km/h takes less than ten seconds and the maximum speed (electronically limited) is 155 km/h.
smart fortwo BRABUS / BRABUS Xclusive: Technical data
Engine
Type petrol engine
Number of cylinders/
configuration three in-line
Valves four per cylinder
Engine capacity (cc) 999
Bore x stroke (mm) 72 x 81.8
Rated output (kW/bhp) 72/98 at 5,500 rpm
Max. torque (Nm) 140 at 3,500 rpm
Fuel delivery electr. multipoint injection
Power transmission
Clutch single-plate dry clutch
Transmission automated manual five-speed transmission
Running gear
Front axle wishbone, McPherson strut,
anti-roll bar
Rear axle DeDion rear axle, coil springs,
telescopic shock absorbers
Brake system electronic stability programme esp
with hill start assist
anti-lock braking system abs with electronic
brake-force distribution, acceleration skid control,
electronic brake assist
dual-circuit brake system with tandem
servo assistance, disc brakes at front,
drum brakes at rear
Steering rack-and-pinion steering
Wheels and tyres front/rear 175/50R16 on 5.5Jx16 (front),
225/35R17 on 7.5Jx17 (rear)
Dimensions and weights
Wheelbase (mm) 1,867
Track width front (mm) 1,270
Track width rear (mm)1,363
Length (mm) 2,695
Width (mm) 1,559
Height (mm) 1,532
Turning circle (m) 8.75
Luggage compartment
capacity (l) 220 to waist line / 340 to roof
Weight without driver (kg) 780 (cabrio: 810)
Payload (kg) 270 (cabrio: 240)
Permissible total weight (kg) 1,050
Fuel tank capacity/reserve (l)33/5
Performance
Maximum speed (km/h) 155
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (s) 9.9 *
Fuel consumption (l/100 km)/Euro-premium in acc. with NEDC
Combined cycle 5.3*
Urban cycle 6.7*
Extra-urban cycle 4.4*
CO2 emissions (g/km) 126*
Emission class EU4
* Provisional figures
Smart Fortwo Brabus 2008
Smart Fortwo Brabus 2008
With a reengineered 72 kW/98 bhp three cylinder turbo engine the smart fortwo BRABUS and the smart fortwo BRABUS Xclusive continue to boast low fuel consumption of just 5.2 litres per 100 kilometres, yet they have 30 percent more power than the predecessor model. The BRABUS models of the new smart fortwo are ready to hit the road.
Source – Brabus
Engine tuning of up to 730 hp and s sporty designer outfit: In a very special and exclusive world debut at the 2005 Essen Motor Show, Brabus presents an extensive customization program for the new Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
Naturally Brabus also offers powerful engine tuning for the new models in the W 221 series, backed by the one-of-a-kind Brabus tuning warranty of three years up to 100,000 kilometers.
The pinnacle of powerful engine tuning is the Brabus S V12 S Biturbo engine. Its displacement is increased to 6233 cc with the help of a custom crankshaft, a larger cylinder bore and forged pistons. The inner workings of the engine are also modified extensively: gas flow in intake and outlet ports of both cylinder heads is optimized, and the engine is fitted with sports camshafts.
The Brabus engine specialists further equip the engine with larger turbochargers, more efficient intercoolers and a stainless-steel high-performance exhaust system with four tailpipes and metal catalysts with low backpressure. Newly programmed engine electronics ensure not only the optimal synchronization of all new components but also contribute to maximum power yield and to meeting all current emission limits.
The Brabus S V12 S Biturbo engine develops a whopping 730 hp / 537 kW at 5100 rpm. The peak torque of 1320 Nm is limited electronically to 1100 Nm, available from a low 2100 rpm.
Without sacrificing running smoothness the luxury sedan thus turns into a serious challenger for the world’s fastest sports cars: 0 – 100 km/h in 4.0 seconds, 200 km/h after just 11.9 seconds and an electronically limited top speed of 340 km/h make the sedan with Brabus S V12 S Biturbo displacement engine are truly special driving experience.
Power is transferred to the rear wheels via a modified five-speed automatic transmission. The optional Brabus locking differential further optimizes traction. All BRABUS drivetrain components are operated with Aral high-performance lubricants.
Sporty sound and thrilling looks are the main characteristics of the Brabus sport exhaust systems with four tailpipes. The fully stainless-steel exhausts are available for all engine variants of the S-Class.
Brabus also offer custom-tailored designer outfits for the new S-Class. To give the luxury sedan an even more striking face there is a sporty-looking front apron complete with auxiliary headlights. As an alternative the standard front of the S-Class can be refined with the addition of the Brabus carbon front spoiler. Both versions are wind-tunnel-tested and reduce lift at high speeds. There are also custom-tailored auxiliary headlight inserts for the standard front bumper that each house two fog lamps and two high-beams.
The Brabus sill trim and the rear apron, both with integrated LED lights, are as attractive as they are useful. Upon activation via keyless-entry remote or by pulling on the inside door handle five LED lights on either side and in the rear illuminate the ground around the vehicle, making exiting and entering the car and loading or unloading the trunk in the dark safer. The rear apron further features custom cutouts for the four tailpipes of the Brabus sport exhaust.
The exclusive Brabus look for the new Mercedes S-Class is rounded out by one-piece or multi-piece Brabus Monoblock light-alloy wheels with 18-, 19-, 20- or even 21-inch diameter. The largest tire/wheel combination features multi-piece forged and highly polished BRABUS Monoblock VI wheels in size 9Jx21 on the front axle and in size 10.5Jx21 in the rear. Extensive driving tests determined Pirelli and Yokohama tires in sizes 255/30 ZR 21 in front and 285/30 ZR 21 on the rear axle as the ideal counterparts.
The Brabus suspension modules are specially calibrated to these sporty tire/wheel combinations. The modules are available for vehicles with air or ABC suspensions. They lower the ride height of the S-Class by some 25 millimeters and give it a sporty yet comfortable ride.
Brabus also offers three different versions of its high-performance brake systems for the new top-of-the-line Mercedes. The largest version features 12-piston aluminum fixed calipers and 380 x 36 millimeter vented and perforated discs on the front axle. On the rear axle 355 x 28 millimeter discs and 6-piston aluminum fixed calipers provide ample stopping power. Special flex-steel brake lines guarantee consistently high brake pressure at all times.
Luxury and individuality in the interior is yet another Brabus specialty. The range of products for the new S-Class includes sill plates with Brabus logo, ergonomically shaped safety steering wheels with airbag, and even an exclusive fully leather Brabus interior made from especially soft yet durable Brabus Mastik and the finest Alcantara leathers. The Mercedes S- Class can be further refined with the addition of an exclusive state-of-the-art Brabus multimedia package.
Mercedes CLS550
Mercedes CLS550
Mercedes CLS550
Mercedes CLS550
The 2008 Mercedes CLS-Class is a 4-door, 4-passenger luxury sedan, or luxury sports sedan, available in two trims, the CLS550 4-Door Coupe and the CLS63 AMG 4-Door Coupe. Upon introduction, the CLS550 4-Door Coupe is equipped with a standard 5.5-liter, V8, 382-horsepower engine that achieves 14-mpg in the city and 21-mpg on the highway. The CLS63 AMG 4-Door Coupe is equipped with a standard 6.2-liter, V8, 507-horsepower engine that achieves 12-mpg in the city and 18-mpg on the highway. A 7-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims. The 2008 CLS-Class is a carryover from 2007.
Mercedes CLS550
When the CLS500 first appeared on the scene nearly two years ago, I was intrigued. Architecturally, it was as if Mercedes had grabbed the E-Class at both ends and pulled, compressing the passenger cabin and elongating the design. When I got up close and personal, I discovered that the resulting interior spaces were wide yet useless, with limited head and legroom. The car’s curvaceous roofline and tiny windows also restricted rear visibility, while huge side mirrors hampered the view at eight o’ clock and two o’ clock. And without the optional electronic parking assist, backing into a parking space was an expensive game of blind man’s bluff.
Mercedes CLS550
The CLS’ cabin distinguishes itself from its E-Class cousin with a huge swath of burled wood across the dash. Along with its higher door and dash panels, the design delivers a dramatic cocooning effect, magnified by the car’s machine gun slit windows. The Mercmeisters have dressed the cabin in acres of sumptuous leather, including the top of the dash. Overall, the CLS offers more of a sense of occasion than the E, albeit with more than little arrogance. And now… I love driving this car. For one thing, the CLS550’s steering has gained much-needed heft and driver communication. The rack-and-pinion set-up integrates speed-sensitive power assistance and hydraulic dampers. It leapfrogs BMW’s Novocained tiller, returning to the gold standard set by the previous generation BMW 5-Series (go figure). The wheel itself is as addictively caressable as a baby’s head. The CLS550’s Adaptive Damping System II does a Mad Max, proving that a sequel can be better than the original. Combined with Airmatic semi-active suspension, the CLS550’s does the near impossible: eliminates body dive, roll and squat; smoothes out all but the most vicious potholes and delivers outstanding road feel. The two-ton Teuton won’t give a Porsche Cayman any trouble, but the CLS550 is as fast and nimble a luxobarge as money can buy. In terms of acceleration, the CLS550 is a velvet hammer; it accelerates to ridiculous speeds with imperious ease. Equally important, the new, non-newfangled stoppers shed speed with genuine authority and perfectly modulated feel.
Peugeot 207 CC
Peugeot 207 CC Although only a handful are offered Stateside, Coupe-Cabrios – a.k.a. folding-hardtop convertibles – have been gaining popularity overseas. The new Peugeot 207 CC succeeds the 206 CC, which parent group PSA claims is the world’s best-selling application of the best-of-both-worlds concept with over half a million sold since 2001. The 207 CC goes on sale across the pond in March 2007, when it will be offered in two trim levels – Sport and GT – with a choice of two gasoline engines – 1.6-liter units producing 120 naturally-aspirated horsepower and 150 turbo horses respectively – and an HDi diesel with 110 hp, all driving through a 5-speed stick-shift (or an available 4-speed Porsche Tiptronic on the 120-hp gas engine). The folding roof – designed and manufactured in-house by PSA – is now fully automatic, forgoing the manual release on its predecessor. The 207 CC also offers 2+2 seating and leather interior trim, both features not commonly found in the supermini convertible segment. Overall, the styling strikes us as a particularly potent application of Peugeot’s new shark-like design language.
Peugeot 207 CC
Peugeot 207 CC The 207 CC has a retractable roof that is activated automatically in 25 seconds it takes to move from a Coupe and convertible will be available in two versions nafteras of 120CV and 150cv turbo engines jointly developed with BMW. Externally speaking visitors can enjoy the sports front bumper, grille detailing in aluminum exterior mirrors door handles, side protection strips and bumpers in body color. Exhaust Chrome and glass Toner.
Peugeot 207 CC
Peugeot 207 CC Automakers will often be judged by motor-heads on one factor: how close a car company can make their production cars look compared to the concept. In other words, how much worse. We expect some concessions towards reality – production feasibility, safety standards and the like – to hamper the smooth lines and show-stopping curves of a show car before it reaches the showroom. But if you ask us, the production version of the Peugeot 207 CC looks even better than the 207 ePure concept that previewed its proportions.
Peugeot 207 CC
Peugeot 207 CC Inside speaking simile presents interior decoration aluminum fabric verision to 120 hp and black perforated leather version for 150 hp. Pedals and knob of the gear lever in aluminum with white instruments, steering wheel and gear clad in perforated leather, perfume and air freshener for the version of 150 hp.
Steering & axle assemblies
The pseudo MacPherson axle assemblies at the front and flexible cross member at the rear along with electric power-assisted steering provide effective combination of comfort and safety.
Supports
The 207 CC offers a system which protects passengers in the event of overturning which consists of two removable supports with pyrotechnic triggering.
Telematics System
An RT4 colour telematics system comprising RDS radio, GSM phone and GPS with colour maps on a 7″ 16/9e screen. This system provides free and unlimited access to local assistance and emergency services.
ABS, ESP
Larger sized tyres (16 or 17″), four disc brakes and equipment such as ABS, electronic braking distribution (REF), emergency brake assist and ESP, add to the active safety features.
