The new coupe version of the popular convertible will be released as a 2009 model with a
high performance version of the current four - cylinder.
But this second generation added a P -
type performance version to the luxury L - type, and it indeed had all the right stuff.
Chevy dealers was clamoring
for performance versions of the mid-size Malibu sedan and long - wheelbase Maxx hatchback, but here they are, part of an expanded Chevy SS range that now numbers eight cars.
The company is all set to unveil it at the Los Angeles, US and Guangzhou, China motor shows in November this year and will join the S - Class sedan, coupe and the S63 and S65 AMG
performance versions in Mercedes» luxury line - up.
The latest Taurus did develop a bit of a cult following, though, especially the 365 - horsepower turbocharged
performance version called S.H.O. for «Super High Output.»
The coupe goes on sale this September, and the future probably holds a convertible and possibly a retuned high -
performance version later.
Fiat 500 Abarth — Hagerty says the in - house - tuned, 160 - hp
turbocharged performance version of the Fiat 500 recalls Abarth models of the past, a fact that's likely to excite both collectors and driving enthusiasts alike.
The «small but wicked»
Abarth performance version of the iconic Italian 500 compact is available as a 4 - passenger hardtop or convertible (Cabrio).
The Audi RS 7 and RS 6
Performance versions also come standard with an air suspension, which includes a setting that's 0.8 inches lower than the standard RS 7 and RS 6.
Developed as a higher
performance version aimed at similar offerings from Volkswagen and Ford, the Swift Sport has been around since 2005.
And just like they have the in house high
performance version known as the OPC, we will be seeing something very similar with the Buick Regal GS concept that will debut next week at the Detroit Auto Show.
The
upcoming performance version Lexus LS, which will be called the TMG Edition, has been recently spied while lapping the Nurburgring Nordschleife track in Germany.
Before a
new performance version arrives, Nissan is expected to release a different version of the Leaf later next year with a longer driving range.
Our own Arthur St. Antoine, who spent a week with a G80 5.0 Ultimate, praised the poshness of the G80, but held out little hope for
future performance versions.
We've already heard rumors that Mercedes plans to eventually introduce an AMG - tuned A45 to rival Audi's RS 3, but our photographer believes this prototype is actually a
mid-level performance version aimed at the Audi S3.
Both of these not - quite - the - full -
fat performance versions of Audi and Mercedes» small saloons are four - wheel drive with automatic gearboxes.
In other applications, those engines make 365 hp, 305 hp, and 240 hp, respectively, so they'll cover a wide variety of Mustang variants,
including performance versions.
The
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Fans can at least rest assured that the new ST will be an «
authentic performance version» of the Explorer, Mr. Farley says, «not just wheels, badges, and some blacked - out trim.»
Chrysler Motors president Robert Lutz and Carroll Shelby, who
produces performance versions of Dodge vehicles, were involved in the roadster's development.
The 380
hp Performance version set the new record for street - legal production cars at 1 minute 46.12 seconds.
Lexus will show off a pair of limited -
edition performance versions of its RC coupe and GS sedan to celebrate 10 years of «F» performance cars.
Up until now, premium carmakers have been the only ones to
release performance versions of their SUVs, with BMW M and Mercedes - AMG being the most active at this game.
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