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Volkswagen has already given the green light to develop the new compact crossover, which will stand on the step below the Tiguan. This car will be the German answer to such models as Suzuki SX4 or Nissan Juke. For compact crossover segment has great potential, and a car from Volkswagen can be here one of the leaders.

Suzuki SX4 mentioned here for a reason. Do not forget that last year, Volkswagen has acquired 19.9% stake in Suzuki. And we can expect that this investment should start to work. As one of the options for cooperation between the two companies – is an exchange platform. So do not be surprised if the new Volkswagen crossover is built on the basis of Suzuki SX4 new generation.

According to preliminary data, the new Volkswagen could get the name Rocktan, but under its hood will be put German gasoline engines size of 1,2 and 1,4 l turbocharged diesel engines as well as the amount of 1,6 and 2,0 liters.

At the auto show in Beijing, the BMW has eclipsed all, especially since the introduction of the concept four-door coup?, which, according to rumors, may be analogous to the future 8th Series. Coupe was developed with the aim of increasing competition from such models as the Porsche Panamera, Maserati Quattroporte and the Audi A7.

According to representatives of BMW, the car combines the ability of a sports car and GT. Despite the fact that the total length of the compartment about 5 meters, the concept embodies all the typical coupe lines, including an extended wheelbase, the original hood, roof line. Sam Gran Coupe 100 mm below the sedan seventh series, the height of the compartment is 1.4 meters.

«BMW Gran Coupe really has the elegance of the seventh series, but it is more dynamic and sporty” – the company says.

BMW Gran Coupe could go into production in 2012. The car will use the same platform as the current fifth and seventh series, so the range of engines are likely to remain the same.

In 2012, Land Rover will introduce the next generation of its flagship SUV Range Rover. According to Autocar, the new car will be lighter, more powerful and more comfortable than the current Range Rover.

Auto receive all-aluminum platform, which will save up to 450 kg. Wheelbase increased by 2.5 cm, and the length of the machine exceeds 5 m. The size cabin with the rise and Range Rover for the first time will be offered in seven-seat configuration. At the Range Rover will be initially installed turbodiesel V6 and V8 260 and 300 hp Then the range of modifications will add to the gasoline version. Land Rover will retain full transmission 4×4 with reducing the transmission and locks.