Archive for March, 2010

Apache RTR 160

A sporty and futuristic are the surplus in almost all output motors Indian country. This factor is also very noticeable in TVS Apache RTR 160. But before discussing this powerful motor skills, it is better for us to enjoy the scent first design of Apache RTR 160. Overall, the Apache RTR 160 colored line from the end of the head, tanks until the stern. This design lines which significantly makes a very subtle scent sporty.

Especially in the latest Apache, PT TVS Motor Company Indonesia (TMCI) was
endowed body and engine fairing guard who helped the Apache dress more trendy. Digital indicator panel is also
very helpful for the driver to read the speed and availability of gasoline in the tank. Talking about the tank, the Apache gas tank is also very attractive and yet again, sporty, because it was decorated in black striping on the top of the tank which makes the dynamic even more impressed.

When the gas lever in Geber, Apache RTR 160 is a direct one of its class. This motor response was very fast, in contrast to motor sport other Indian origin now in circulation. TVS seen here is concentrating on making this bike very
responsive in the run-down, and because of this ability too, Apache feels very nice to use maneuver in urban areas.

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Audi Q5

Audi has its own mainstay on high premium SUV segment, the Audy Q5. Audi claims that Q5 is a sporty SUV in its class. Really? Elegant and Sporty. First time I saw, it seems that those two things were so strong against the body of Q5, especially when he knows the benefits of features, and technology embedded in this Audi SUV. 2.0 Turbo FSI engine, the actual capacity of the engine, the Audi Q5 has many competitors, especially from Japanese brands. However, once the gas pedal, this is where the power of technology developed by European manufacturers.

Before moving, electronically Audi Q5 offers 3 choices of characters driving (Audi Drive Select). Comfort, Auto, Dynamic, simply by pressing the button located on the center console. When selected Dynamic example, it feels more rigid steering, and suspension that had suddenly becomes much harder than the default (Auto). Similarly akselarasi engine. It’s really responsive.

Similar to dual clutch transmission S-TRONIC 7-speed which is combined with permanent 4-wheel drive Quattro Audi characteristic, really spoil the adrenaline enthusiasts who likes compete fiercely. However, when choosing the Comfort mode, which feels just the opposite. Suspension suddenly becomes more gentle, steering wheel becomes very light without reducing stability, and smooth traction engines. Thus, the field of on-road or off road, might actually be overcome by Q5, because Audi themselves say, Q5 is a dynamic combination of a sporting sedan, cruising all terrain capability and flexibility of space.

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Subaru Exiga

Family car, especially the premium class, of course not only offers convenience, but also performance. That seems a Subaru tries to offer through Subaru Exiga MPV variant. The exterior appearance, Subaru Exiga offers premium futuristic cars. Especially with a panoramic view of his view that spends nearly three-quarters of car body. So do the details that give a definite about the character of this Subaru MPV. The blue line on the headlamp, or the engine hood for example, would in turn make Axiga becomes a faster car.

Type of Exiga GT, sold for Rp 488 million On The Road Jakarta. 2.0 DOHC engine, thanks to its turbocharger and intercooler so that Exiga GT has an energy to reach 221 dk. However, when stepped on the gas pedal, Exiga appears as a gentle family car. There is no snap, but the RPM becomes higher so that there are more energy channeled from the engine to move its body.

Exiga offers S-Drive feature, which we can choose i-Eco mode. If you want to pull more fierce, please move the S-Drive in the S model, so the engine will raise higher and affect on its acceleration. So do in the affairs of suspension as a vibration damping. Indeed, when we drive in low speed and damage road or speed bump, it fells a little hard. But that problem changed when we drive it on the highway. In any extreme maneuvering, Exiga can offset it well, which makes the driver feel comfort and secure because there are no flying cars symptoms, though the speedometer is pointing to the 165 km per hour.

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