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MOST EXPENSIVE CARS

Bugatti Veyron $1,700,000

The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 is the most powerful, most expensive, and fastest street-legal production car in the world, with a proven top speed of over 400 km/h (407 km/h or 253 mph). It reached full production in September 2005. The car is built by Volkswagen AG subsidiary Bugatti Automobiles SAS and is sold under the legendary Bugatti marque. It is named after racing driver Pierre Veyron, who won the 24 hours of Le Mans in 1939 while racing for the original Bugatti firm. The Veyron features a W16 engine—16 cylinders in 4 banks of 4 cylinders.

Ferrari Enzo $1,000,000

The Enzo Ferrari, sometimes referred to as the the Ferrari Enzo and also F60 is a 12-cylinder Ferrari supercar named after the company's founder, Enzo Ferrari. It was built in 2003 using Formula One technology, such as a carbon-fiber body, F1-style sequential shift transmission, and carbon-ceramic brake discs. Also used are technologies not allowed in F1 such as active aerodynamics. After a maximum downforce of 1709 pounds (775 kg) is reached at 186 mph (301 km/h) the rear spoiler is actuated by computer to maintain that downforce.

Pagani Zonda C12 F $741,000

The Zonda C12 F debuted at the 2005 Geneva Motor Show. It is the most extensive reengineering of the Pagani car yet, though it shares much with its predecessors including the 7.3 L V12. Power is increased to 602 PS (443 kW/594 hp) with a special clubsport model producing 650 PS (478 kW/641 hp). The company promises a 3.2 second sprint to 60 mph (97 km/h, a top speed over 374 km/h (225 mph) and it will be the queen in braking from 300 km/h to 0 (186 mph to 0). The Zonda F clubsport has a power to weight ratio of 521 bhp/ton (384 W/kg) . Compare, for example, the Enzo Ferrari which has a power to weight ratio of 483 bhp/ton (356 W/kg).

Mercedes SLR McLaren $455,500
The Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is a sports car and supercar automobile co-developed by DaimlerChrysler and McLaren Cars. It is assembled at the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking, England. Most people presume "SLR" to stand for "Sportlich, Leicht, Rennsport" (German for "Sport; Light; Racing"). The car's base price is £300,000 or $455,500. The SLR has a supercharged 5.5 (5439cc) litre dry sumped 90 degree V8. It produces 466.8 kW at 6500rpm (626 hp) and 780 N·m (575 ft·lbf) torque at 3250 - 5000 rpm.

BEST SUVs

Mahindra XUV 500

24th-Jan-2012: If you are the one who missed to book Mahindra XUV 500 SUV earlier, then the company is back in action to open up Mahindra XUV 500 bookings yet again from 25th January 2012. The top end model Mahindra XUV 500 AWD is excluded from the second round of sales which will only be conducted through lucky draw. As soon as M&M launched Mahindra XUV 500 SUV in India, it was selling like hot cakes. The major reason behind such an overwhelming response to Mahindra XUV 500 is its price and features. The Mahindra XUV 500 price tag now is as reasonable as Rs. 11.11 lakh (afetr the Rs 50,000 hike). The strong and responsive 2.2 litre of diesel engine has the ability to generate a heavy 140 BHP of peak power along with 330 Nm of peak torque. What’s more interesting is that the mileage delivered by this SUV is 12 to 15 kmpl, which sounds absolutely impressive and remarkable. Therefore, if you have a wish to have Mahindra XUV 500 in your garage, then pull up your socks and book you XUV 500 tomorrow!

Mahindra Bolero
Mahindra Bolero Updates
8th-Sept-2011 : Mahindra & Mahindra launched the refreshed Mahindra Bolero in India today, it is rolled out in three variants, Mahindra Bolero SLE, Mahindra Bolero SLX and Mahindra Bolero ZLX. Mahindra Bolero price ranges between Rs 6.19 lakh – Rs 6.96 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). The all new Bolero adorns a M2 CRDI engine that delivers a 15.96 kmpl (ARAI certified) apart from this the rugged vehicle also sports features like 2WD, new headlamps, new grill, new bumper, dual tone seats, digital instrument cluster, driver info system, voice messaging system, micro hybrid technology, engine immobilizer, body decals, rear washers, new dash, new steering wheel and new gear knob.

Tata Safari
Overall
Tata Safari is the most popular SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle) model in the Indian market. Its stylish yet sporty look comprising of advanced interior and exterior features along with lower price tag in comparison to other SUVs in the Indian market, makes it the most popular SUV in India. The 2.2L, 16V diesel engine makes the new Tata Safari a true glider on Indian roads. The VVT DICOR engine has a capacity to deliver a power of 140hp at a rate of 4000rpm. While the torque delivered by Tata Safari is 320Nm at 1700-2700 rpm. In the SUV category, Tata Safari is said to be one of the most luxurious model providing utmost comfort. Adjustable light intensity on instrumental panel, dark graphite and perforated tan leather seats and power windows are the attractive features of the new Tata Safari. Safety features that are available with it include airbags, ABS (Antilock Brake System) with EBD (Electronic Brake-Force Distribution) and reverse guide system. Apart from this, crash safety features are also present in the new Tata Safari.

New Toyota Fortuner
5th-Jan-2011: Toyota has been aiming to give its prominent SUV, Toyota Fortuner a makeover since a long time and the wait is finally over. The face-lifted 2012 Toyota Fortuner was launched at the Auto Expo 2012, Pragati Maidan in New Delhi. The 4x2 variant of this SUV is being offered for the price of Rs 19.99 lakh, whereas the 4x4 drive will cost around Rs 20.99 lakh. Toyota Motors has made quite a lot of changes to the exteriors and interiors in the new Toyota Fortuner and the company has been pretty much successful in living up to the expectations of the consumers.

BMW X1
6th-Dec-2011: The most economic crossover from BMW India, the X1 is readying for welcoming its facelift in 2013. The German luxury car manufacturer had launched this SUV back in 2009. Now, the luxury car manufacturer finds it the right time to spruce up the image of the car a bit to gear up to the growing competition. The front and rear bumper is where the modifications can be focused at, to give a new look to the car. The redesigned headlamps are also on the cards. 2013 BMW X1 price for the facelift is far to guess. Apparently, a hybrid engine is also being considered by BMW. More fuel efficiency and low emission standards are the areas of focus where they hope to see more improvement.

Force One SUV
13th-01-2012: Force Motors, synonymous as a commercial vehicle manufacturer, showcased their only product in the passenger car segment-Force One SUV in the 4x4 variant on 6th, January, second day of the Auto Expo 2012. True to its word to offer a four-wheel drive variant at a later time, Force Motors has delivered the Force One 4WD variant with a ‘Shift on Fly’ feature for an easy shift in the drive mode from 2WD to 4WD within a matter of seconds with a manual drive shifting process. The sedate performer of city roads converts into a fierce tiger trespassing over the most difficult terrains including the rocky mountain ranges as smoothly as the hot knife passes through the butter. The powerful SUV can be adjusted to three different drive modes, the 4x2 Hi, 4x4 Lo and 4x4 Hi while the other features like ABS to suit the SUV fraught with off-roading capabilities are also included to send the Force One 4x4 over passionate driven rides. The SUV fans can test the off-roading skills of the car which is soon going to be introduced into the car market by mid-2012 at an estimated Force One 4x4 price of Rs 11.5 lakh.

TOP COOLEST CARS

1. Ferrari FF

0-60 mph: 3.5 seconds. 651 horsepower. Cost: $300,000.

Drive carefully. This is a supercar on ice. You can’t get cooler than this. This is the car that you want to be the first guy driving, not the second. Imagine driving across a snow bank in the Alps with the fresh, icy wind in your face. I would trade anything and everything (not really) for this all-wheel-drive Ferrari. I’m going to say that this car doesn’t even look perfectly beautiful. In fact, that is why I love it: it doesn’t really care what you think and still give you the kind of performance only experienced by kings. Heck, it will mock every idea you had about what makes a car powerful. P.S. The computer system on the FF can vector its torque and braking pressure depending on tire grip conditions. AWESOME for driving to your winter home in Aspen.

2. Spyker C12 Zagato

0-60 mph: 3.8 seconds. 500-650 horsepower. Cost: $648,000.

The C12 Zagato was designed with F1 styles into its highly ornate body. The Zagato is powered by an 6. engine with 500bhp and can go up to 650bhp with a supercharger. It is a mad house. Despite being priced at $648,000, its raw coolness quotient comes from unmatched aesthetics and power. The C12 Zagato is a cool car fit with skill, beauty, and passion. It is the car you want to take your lover or spouse out on a date with.

3. Jaguar XKRS

0-60 mph: 4.2 seconds. 550 horsepower. Cost: $132,000.

At first the XKRS does not look like much with its inconspicuous style. But seeing it in action can make it grow on you. The styling of the XKRS was never about looks: it’s all about performance. This car pounces like a beast with an AJ V8 power-plant fitted with a twin-vortex Roots supercharger that altogether pack 550 hp, 0-60mph in 4.2 seconds, and a top speed of 186 mph. Did I mention that this car comes only in Italian racing red and French racing blue? That’s all you need really. The architecture of the XKRS is all about perfect geometry and aerodynamics—it doesn’t get much cooler than that. Expect to drop $132,000 for this beast.

4. Audi R8

0-60 mph: 3.6 seconds. 525 horsepower. Cost: $114,200.

The Audi R8 sports 525 womping horses that wail at 8700 RPMs. The body styling is very stealthy and doesn’t scream “look at me!” yet turns as many, if not more, heads and plenty of stares and possibly picture-snapping, too. The pricing is steep at $114,200, although you do get what you pay with this car.

5. Aston Martin One-77

0-60 mph: 3.5 seconds. 750 horsepower. Cost: $1,400,000.

Aston Martin was named the coolest car company in the U.K. It is the brand of choice for James Bond. And what I’m going to say is the One-77 is the coolest Aston Martin. Its style is of excellent workmanship that bleeds cool. The One-77 will do 0-60 in less than 3.5 seconds with top speeds higher than 200 mph. Depending on when you are reading this, the price of the One-77 can be at least $1.4 million.

6. Pagani Huayra

0-60 mph: 3.0 seconds. 700 horsepower. Cost: $1,300,000.

This car lacks all that is old world charm. While it can be a bit too flashy to actually be supercool, it is still a new kind of beauty, with a radical design and awesome performance. This Pagani can hit 0-60 in three seconds, with a top speed of 220. It will be in the market at $1.3 million dollars, not all of us will be able to afford one. Ultimately, its novelty and uniqueness makes it the new kid that everyone wants to meet.