The BMW X5 was launched in its first generation in 1999, followed in 2006, the second generation. With 1.3 million units sold, the BMW X5 purchaser in its segment. In November, now is the third generation of the SUV at the start, which has been improved in detail without losing sight of its striking design.

Of course, the new X5 can do everything better than its predecessor and at the same time sporty, but also become more comfortable. More space for passengers and luggage, as well as many technical innovations complete the development of the proven SUV.

The design looks more elegant and brawny, and also in the interior makes you feel more comfortable now. Were also improves off-road performance, the power distribution of the xDrive all-wheel drive is variable on both axes, depending on the model even further customization to the individual wheels.

A total of five different suspension configurations are available for the 2014 BMW X5, which offer a very wide range of possibilities. In addition to the standard suspension, there is a comfort including air suspension chassis, which is designed to increase driving comfort.

With the dynamic chassis roll stabilization including the X5 is then optimally tuned for sporty drivers. Who even this is not athletic enough, you can pick up the M Sports Package.

If you want to enjoy both comfort and sportiness, the Professional chassis, which combines comfort and dynamic suspension is recommended.

Each X5 also has the driving experience switch, depending on the model has three or four modes. The driver can choose between Comfort, Sport, Sport + and select EcoPro mode (depending on version).

The saving was significantly improved it again to further increase efficiency. Between 50 and 160 km / h is in EcoPro mode "sailing mode" is available, the motor decoupled from the drive train during power-off and allows a petrol-saving sliding.

Also new is the "Forward-looking wizard" which checks in conjunction with the navigation system and a programmed destination in the navigation obstacles and speed limits along the route and recommends the driver in time to take the foot off the gas.

To start the X5 will be available in three different variants, as xDrive 30d with 258 hp (190 kW), as xDrive 50i with 450 hp (330 kW) and as xDrive M50d with 381 hp (280 kW). Efficient model is the 30d with a consumption of only 6.2 liters per 100 kilometers, but also the M50d is with 6.7 liter very economical way.

In a first exit we were able to drive the X5 M50d and the xDrive 30d version. Already at the first meeting of the X5 looks very visually dynamic, especially when the optional LED headlights are fitted.

The interior presents very high quality and also provides more space than its predecessor. The tailgate is again divided and provides two-folded down seats up to 1,870 liters of storage space, making it the X5 can already compete with Vans. At full crew creates the SUV still very respectable 650 liters.

In addition to perfect workmanship and excellent ergonomics of the X5 also serves a very good noise reduction, even at high speed driving noise hardly penetrate into the interior.

Even the 3.0-liter diesel with 258 hp (190 kW) offers very good performance. Its maximum torque of 560 NM Engine provides the 1500-3000 rev / min, which is already out of the bottom felt much force - despite a curb weight of at least 2145 kg. The sprint from 0 to 100 km / h is done in quick 6.9 seconds, and top speed is 230 km / h

Even the normal suspension offers a good mix of comfort and sportiness, a true poem is the X5 but then with the adaptive suspension package Professional and Active Steering.

Is activated then the sport + mode, the nearly 490 cm long SUV turned into an agile athlete. The steering is so direct that one can take even the tightest curves elegantly, and the car seems to literally stick to the road.

Here then the BMW slogan "driving pleasure" is perfectly implemented, and one is with a heavy SUV as fleetly as traveling with a go-kart, but it housed a lot more comfortable.

If you decide for the X5 M50d, then you have really been a sports car spare in the garage. In 5.3 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h done, the top speed is electronically limited 250 km / h The maximum torque of 740 Nm between 2,000 and 3,000 rev / min.

For individualized yet offer in addition to the options already mentioned to a new parking assistant, the Driving Assistant Plus including active cruise control, the new BMW Night Vision with Dynamic Light Spot or the ConnectedDrive options including concierge service, remote service and Internet access. For the first time the X5 is also available in different design lines, the customer can choose between "Pure Experience Design", "Design Pure Excellence" and the M Sports Package.

Lamborghini launches the 2014 Lamborghini Veneno Roadster another model with a strictly limited number of pieces on the market.

Another highlight of his 50th Anniversary presents the Lamborghini Veneno Roadster an open sports prototype racing street legal, which shines with extreme design and stunning performance.

During the year 2014 a total of nine copies are produced, the price Starts at $4.5 Million will be offered. Who awarded the contract, can look forward to a really special car.

The open super sports car not only impresses with its extremely futuristic design, but also with enormous power. The 6.5-liter 12-cylinder of Veneno roadster has an output of 750 hp (552 kW).

In only 2.9 seconds, the super sports car with four-wheel drive accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h top speed at 355 km / h The circuit is an extremely fast switching ISR transmission, which has five driving modes.

A monocoque carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic is the basis for the Roadster, which comes through many lightweight materials to a total weight of only 1490 kg. The chassis is completely designed for use on the racetrack, and the ceramic brakes are dimensioned according to the performance.

The specially developed in the exterior color "Rosso Veneno" presented Roadster shows his sporting ambitions in the interior, and offers a tight-fitting cockpit with digital speedometer and lots of carbon deposits in valves, center console and doors.

On our roads, we are unlikely to see the Veneno Roadster , which are nine copies probably gathering dust in garages of collectors or in the desert a few sheikhs have much fun.

2014 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 : Top-time at the Nürburgring

With the facelift Chevrolet brings a new top model of the Camaro on the market that looks good at the Nürburgring.

The Chevrolet Camaro was the muscle car era a high-performance coupe, but in the latest version, it also offers a high level of racing prowess.

During the first generations while also had a lot of power, but were quickly only on straight sections, can the new top model of the newly revamped series, the Camaro Z28 also shine on the track.

The Camaro Z28 is fully trimmed for sportiness and features a 7.0 liter V8 with 505 hp (372 kW). The circuit is via a manual six-speed gearbox, and the gear is designed entirely for racing.

At the Nürburgring could come up with a dream time, the new Camaro Z28 now. 7:37:40 in only the American coupe lapped the legendary circuit.

So that the Americans could outdo the fast times of a Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 and a Porsche 911 Carrera S and thus makes in its class a good figure. The newly revamped 2014 Camaro will come to Europe, whether it is there to give the Z28 version, but is questionable.

At the IAA , the new X-Trail had its world premiere , was now also his twin brother , the 2014 Nissan Rogue is presented.

The Nissan Rogue is the U.S. version of the new X- Trail and was now also presented shortly after the premiere of the X-Trail . The U.S. version of the X-Trail has only slight modifications in the design and is equipped with different engines.

For the U.S. market is a 2.5 liter 4-cylinder is used, which has an output of 170 horsepower and is combined with a new Xtronic CVT transmission .

The Rogue should be very careful with this engine / transmission combination and is also available with front - or all-wheel drive . Even with the equipment , Nissan Rogue and Nissan X-Trail same .

Thus, the new safety systems such as collision warning, lane departure or blind-spot detectors are also available for the Rogue . Also on board is the new seating system , in which the rear seats can be folded down with just a few simple steps and provide a flat load floor .

Up to seven people, the Rogue offers space , also the U.S. model is available in three different equipment lines . A 7 "touch screen , leather seats and 18 " alloy wheels , depending on the version also on board .

The new Nissan Rogue will be available by the end of the year at U.S. dealerships . Prices have not been announced .

The Audi A4 Avant Black Edition brings a special edition limited to 80 pieces of the station wagon on the market.

With the new A4 Black Edition is a particularly sporty version of the A4 Avant model . Only 80 pieces includes the new Audi A4 Black Edition . Ordered immediately , from 55,555 euros in Germany.

The sporty look of the new Audi A4 Black Edition is immediately apparent to the unusual design elements: Phantom Black, pearl effect paint , black gloss package , accented by red trim in the single-frame grille. The dynamic appearance continues in the interior : decorative stitching in crimson leather selected elements and the piping of the floor mats also in crimson .

The equipment leaves nothing to be desired : S line sports package , S line exterior package , cast aluminum wheels in 5- arm rotor design (19 inch with tires 255/35 R19 ) Xenon Plus headlights , Comfort package and business package including MMI navigation plus and Audi connect, and much more. The exclusive Bang & Olufsen sound system with 14 high-performance speakers is also standard equipment , as is the Audi engine sound system that enhances the natural engine sound and the sporty feeling further increased. Via Audi drive select can be changed with a simple keystroke steering, S tronic transmission, engine sound system and accelerator response and adapted to the wishes of the driver .

Motor side brings optimal driving the 2.0 TDI with 177 PS and S tronic transmission. The quattro permanent all-wheel drive stands for supreme driving pleasure in nearly all conditions . Regenerative braking , start -stop system efficiency and ensure low consumption mode , so this for an average of only 5.5 liters of diesel per 100 kilometers and CO2 emissions of 144 grams per kilometer.