TURBO MODEL: TORQUE VECTORING CONTROL For 2014, Veloster
Turbo models add Torque Vectoring Control (TVC).
The EX and SX
Turbo models add sumptuous leather upholstery, and the SX Turbo includes a D - shaped, heated and leather - wrapped steering wheel with paddle shifters, piano black trim along the center console, aluminum alloy pedals, and authentic stitching on the dashboard.
A new top - trim
Turbo model adds 40 ponies to the Kia Soul's previous best, but how much does that transform the compact SUV?
Not exact matches
After the first
model year, it's possible Jaguar will
add more engine choices; today's XF offers a 240 - hp, 2.0 - liter
turbo - four as its base engine and a 5.0 - liter supercharged V - 8 for performance
models.
The 2015 Ford Explorer
adds an $ 1195 Appearance package for XLT
models that are powered by either a 290 - hp, 3.5 - liter V - 6 engine or a 240 - hp, 2.0 - liter
turbo - four.
The car also trades its mid-range V - 8 for a twin -
turbo V - 6, and
adds three new long - wheelbase
models.
Compared to the lesser
turbo model, it
adds HID headlamps, body - colored mirrors, windshield de-icer and heated side mirrors, heated front seats, push - button folding rear seats, leather upholstery and leather - wrapped steering wheel, dual - zone automatic A / C, and a 7 - speaker stereo.
To this end, the Porsche 911 GT will likely come with the standard 911's body rather than the
Turbo and GT3
models» wide body with aerodynamic
add - ons.
Up front, the 2017 Porsche Macan GTS
adds larger 14.2 - inch rotors from the
Turbo model, with the rear discs remaining 13 inches in diamater.
Noteworthy: Following the spring launch of the base 2.4 - liter Sonata, Hyundai
adds turbo and hybrid
models this fall.
The body comes from the 911
Turbo, and it signifies the
model's status as the closest road - legal race car with its RS - specific aerodynamic
add - on parts.
2016, 2016, Fiat 500 Sport
Turbo models are new this year and
add a 135 - horsepower, turbocharged version of the 1.4 L MultiAir engine, along with a sport - tuned exhaust, heavier - duty 5 - speed manual gearbox, an intermediate shaft with equal - length half - shafts and larger CV joints and upgraded brakes.
Differences between the normally aspirated and turbocharged
models include the «
Turbo» emblem (US) on the rear trunk, «TWIN CAM 16 TURBO» decal above the side intake (Japanese market), a fiberglass engine lid with raised vents, fog lights, and an added interior center storage compartment located between the two s
Turbo» emblem (US) on the rear trunk, «TWIN CAM 16
TURBO» decal above the side intake (Japanese market), a fiberglass engine lid with raised vents, fog lights, and an added interior center storage compartment located between the two s
TURBO» decal above the side intake (Japanese market), a fiberglass engine lid with raised vents, fog lights, and an
added interior center storage compartment located between the two seats.
Sportier Cooper S
models get a more powerful 4 - cylinder
turbo engine, sporty seats, run - flat tires, LED fog lights, larger wheels and tires and bigger brakes, and
add features like a hood scoop.
For the 2015
model year, the US Sonic
added OnStar with 4G LTE and standard built - in Wi - Fi hotspot (includes 3GB / three - month data trial), a 1.4 L
turbo engine that became standard on LTZ
models, and a new exterior color, Blue Velvet.
There are no trim levels as such — although the
Turbo model gets a bit more kit — you just
add the options and packages you want..
Red brake calipers have been
added to Q50 Red Sport 400
models, powered by INFINITI's all - new 400 hp 3.0 - liter V6 twin -
turbo «VR» engine.
Adding more kit, such as a larger 9.2 - inch touchscreen infotainment system and the «Black Pack» to all
models, and a new split headlight front end design, pricing now starts at $ 38,890 for the six - speed manual sedan — an increase of $ 1000 — and tops out at $ 43,990 for the 135kW
turbo - diesel Octavia RS wagon.
The 3.0 - liter twin -
turbo V6 in the SL400 puts out 329 horsepower, while the twin -
turbo 4.7 - liter V8 in the SL550
adds 120 to that — 20 more ponies than last year's
model.
For 2017, the Macan family welcomes new base four - cylinder and performance - focused GTS
models,
adding to the already existing Macan S and Macan
Turbo options.
The springs were
added to the
turbo models earlier this year.
In addition to
adding more luxury, it has also
added a touch of youthfulness with
models like the Verano and Regal
Turbo, and the Cascada convertible.
As for early
models Nissan provided choice of 3 engines (1.5 - litre dCi
turbo diesel engine (N / A in CIS / Russia), 1.4 - litre with 65 kW (88 hp) and a 1.6 - litre with 81 kW (110 hp) petrol), choice of 10 body colours (a metallic red and a metallic grey -
added to replace three outgoing colours; two solid colours and 8 metallics).
The V8 - powered S and 4S are about $ 92,000 and $ 97,000, respectively, the
Turbo model starts around $ 140,000, and the top - of - the - line
Turbo S has a starting price just over $ 175,000 —
adding Porsche options can increase that dramatically.
The V8 - powered S and 4S are about $ 90,000 and $ 96,000, respectively, the
Turbo model starts around $ 138,000, and the top - of - the - line
Turbo S has a starting price very near $ 175,000 —
adding Porsche options can increase that dramatically.
The
Turbo Ultimate also
adds standard Pedestrian Detection, rain - sensing wipers and smart cruise control (on DCT - equipped
models).
In 2014, the company
added a hybrid
model, powered by the ubiquitous
turbo 211 - horsepower,
The OnStar communications system
adds 4G LTE Internet connectivity with a Wi - Fi hotspot (a three - month trial period is included), and an appearance package with a rear spoiler and a silver / bright chrome grille is available on all but the
Turbo model.
From the bigger, bolder hexagonal front grille, ground effects, rear bumper fascia, and prominent diffuser vents, Veloster
Turbo's design
adds aggression and aerodynamic stability compared with the base
model.
Hummer also will tweak the original H1
model, a civilian version of the military Humvee, for the 2006
model year,
adding GM's 300 - horsepower, 6.6 - liter Duramax
Turbo Diesel engine, replacing the dated 205 - horsepower Hummer - built diesel used now.
Alfa Q4 all - wheel drive
adds even more all - season capability and performance to Giulia and Giulia Ti When equipped with the intelligent Alfa Q4 all - wheel - drive system, Giulia and Giulia Ti
models deliver even more all - season traction and performance capability thanks to the system's ability to transfer up to 60 percent of the 2.0 - liter direct - injection all - aluminum
turbo engine's torque to the front axle.
For the 2017
model year, a new Sentra SR
Turbo grade was
added to the previous lineup of Sentra S, SV, SR and SL trim levels,»
added Bunce.
There are kits to
add a supercharger or
turbo to many popular engine
models, such as the Honda Civic or Mazda Miata.
Porsche is
adding two new
models to the 911 range: the 911
Turbo Cabriolet and 911
Turbo S Cabriolet.
By
adding the two new 911
Turbo models into the mix, Porsche is doubling its offering of the top - of - the - range
models to four versions.
From January production, the Pro Pack was replaced by a more luxurious range - topping Lifestyle Pack for twin -
turbo models, which for $ 2990
adds a wide - view mirror, deadlocking, Media Nav, climate - control, keyless entry / start, heavy - duty battery, LED ceiling lights, premium dashboard, heated seats, body - colour bumpers and mirror backs, rear light pillar and sliding door rail, 17 - inch Cyclade alloy wheels, and a chrome grille with gloss black Renault diamond logo.
The dual - clutch transmission option for both drivetrain variants
adds $ 2500 to the price and the higher - specification +
models cost $ 5000 more for the atmo Veloster or $ 4000 more for the
turbo variants.
The
model added two more doors and while also receiving a 1.4 - liter MultiAir
Turbo four - cylinder engine that delivers a total of 160 horsepower and 184 pound - feet of torque.
Apart from its beefier 2.0 - litre
turbo engine, the range - topping Essence X
model adds exposed twin exhaust pipes, a part - time all - wheel drive system, auto - levelling Xenon headlights, active rollover protection, power sunroof, hill descent control, steering wheel gear shift paddles and side steps.
Matched only with a six - speed manual gearbox, the 77TSI 1.2 - litre turbocharged petrol base
model remains peppy and responsive despite the extra weight (over Fabia), while the volume - selling 90TSI DSG's 1.4 - litre
turbo - four is almost as efficient (we recorded 6.2 L / 100 km) in spite
adding more power and the convenience of a slick - shifting dual - clutch auto.
Considering a
turbo usually
adds weight, this is all the more impressive; the latest
model's heft of around 975 kg means it's 80 kg lighter than before, 95 kg lighter than the up!
Seats in the
Turbo models are also reshaped,
adding support in the side bolsters.
VW is also
adding an R - Line
model to the Beetle, replacing the former top - of - the - line Beetle
turbo sunroof, sound and navigation package; the R - Line will carry a $ 30,930 base price, including shipping.
SS
Model Based on the former Turbo model, the new SS model has the following equipment: Exterior - Exclusive body - colored front grille and bumper - Large, multireflector halogen headlights - Round, power - retractable door mirrors - Special «SS» side emblem logo - Muffler cutter - 14 - inch aluminum wheels with 165 / 55R14 tires Interior - Leather - wrapped steering wheel - Exclusive speedometer and tachometer - Silver instrument panel accents Other - DOHC 12 - valve intercooler turbo engine (Maximum output: 47kW / 6, 500 rpm / Maximum torque: 106 Nm / 3, 500 rpm)- Added lowdown suspe
Model Based on the former
Turbo model, the new SS model has the following equipment: Exterior - Exclusive body - colored front grille and bumper - Large, multireflector halogen headlights - Round, power - retractable door mirrors - Special «SS» side emblem logo - Muffler cutter - 14 - inch aluminum wheels with 165 / 55R14 tires Interior - Leather - wrapped steering wheel - Exclusive speedometer and tachometer - Silver instrument panel accents Other - DOHC 12 - valve intercooler turbo engine (Maximum output: 47kW / 6, 500 rpm / Maximum torque: 106 Nm / 3, 500 rpm)- Added lowdown suspe
Turbo model, the new SS model has the following equipment: Exterior - Exclusive body - colored front grille and bumper - Large, multireflector halogen headlights - Round, power - retractable door mirrors - Special «SS» side emblem logo - Muffler cutter - 14 - inch aluminum wheels with 165 / 55R14 tires Interior - Leather - wrapped steering wheel - Exclusive speedometer and tachometer - Silver instrument panel accents Other - DOHC 12 - valve intercooler turbo engine (Maximum output: 47kW / 6, 500 rpm / Maximum torque: 106 Nm / 3, 500 rpm)- Added lowdown suspe
model, the new SS
model has the following equipment: Exterior - Exclusive body - colored front grille and bumper - Large, multireflector halogen headlights - Round, power - retractable door mirrors - Special «SS» side emblem logo - Muffler cutter - 14 - inch aluminum wheels with 165 / 55R14 tires Interior - Leather - wrapped steering wheel - Exclusive speedometer and tachometer - Silver instrument panel accents Other - DOHC 12 - valve intercooler turbo engine (Maximum output: 47kW / 6, 500 rpm / Maximum torque: 106 Nm / 3, 500 rpm)- Added lowdown suspe
model has the following equipment: Exterior - Exclusive body - colored front grille and bumper - Large, multireflector halogen headlights - Round, power - retractable door mirrors - Special «SS» side emblem logo - Muffler cutter - 14 - inch aluminum wheels with 165 / 55R14 tires Interior - Leather - wrapped steering wheel - Exclusive speedometer and tachometer - Silver instrument panel accents Other - DOHC 12 - valve intercooler
turbo engine (Maximum output: 47kW / 6, 500 rpm / Maximum torque: 106 Nm / 3, 500 rpm)- Added lowdown suspe
turbo engine (Maximum output: 47kW / 6, 500 rpm / Maximum torque: 106 Nm / 3, 500 rpm)-
Added lowdown suspension
Design highlights include: New front - end styling with distinct differences between LS / LT, RS and SS, including the fascia, grille, LED dual - element headlamps and reshaped hood (ZL1 retains its airflow - optimized front - end styling) SS - specific front fascia with «flowtie» open bowtie grille emblem and aero - enhancing air curtains, specific headlamps with new LED signature and extractor - style hood RS Appearance Package available on LT
adds unique polished black grille with Galvano Chrome lower inserts, new LED headlamps with LED signature light bar, specific rear fascia with rear diffuser and 20 - inch wheels New rear fascias for all
models, with specific diffusers on RS and SS when equipped with Dual Mode Exhaust New LED taillamps with a more sculptured evolution of Chevrolet's signature dual - element design; red lenses are featured on LS and LT, with RS, SS and ZL1 featuring dark - tinted neutral - density lenses New 20 - inch wheel designs on RS and SS
Turbo 1LE The new Camaro
Turbo 1LE joins the V6 1LE, SS 1LE and ZL1 1LE to round out Camaro's lineup of 1LE track stars.
The
turbos have slightly muted the
model's trademark barking exhaust note, but they've also
added incredible flexibility and taken the performance up another notch.
At the same time, the Mazdaspeed Axela (known globally as the Mazda3 MPS or Mazdaspeed3), a high performance
model with a 2.3 - liter Direct Injection Spark Ignition (DISI)
Turbo engine, was newly
added to the lineup in Japan, offering another dimension of driving pleasure.
Highlights: When Lexus updated the GS lineup in mid-2016, it
added this base
model and its 2.0 - liter
turbo four (241 hp, 258 lb - ft).
To
add context, those figures place it between the S and the
Turbo models in the Cayenne hierarchy.
Here's the latest
model from Nissan, which just
added a
turbo engine to the Sentra, a 1.6 L four - cylinder with direct injection.