"Standing in the ever-changing window of the times, standing on the singularity of change that has not existed for a hundred years, BAIC Group took the initiative to take the initiative and take advantage of the trend to launch the most powerful voice of the era of future development with the strategy of 'high, new and special'!" On the day, BAIC Group held the “High, New, Special” strategy and the “Beijing” brand revitalization conference. Xu Heyi, secretary of the Party Committee and Chairman of BAIC Group, delivered a speech, which clearly pointed out the key words of BAIC Group’s exhibition. High, new, special."
"High, new, special" - Read the BAC Group's
"high, new, special" from here is the overall development direction of BAIC Group in accordance with the requirements of high quality development since entering the new era. With the rapid development of various business areas of BAIC Group, the extension of “High, New and Special” has been continuously enriched and expanded. At this year's auto show, Beiqi Group's exhibition theme is distinct, focusing on “high, new and special”, and drawing a clear blueprint for development.
“High” means high-end manufacturing, high-end products and high-end brands. On behalf of BAIC Group, it is committed to promoting high-quality development and striving to achieve quality and brand. Recently, BAIC Group held a grand “ARCFOX Brand Night” event in Shanghai, officially releasing ARCFOX, a high-end new energy brand in China. At the Shanghai Auto Show, BAIC Group opened up an independent exhibition area and exhibited ARCFOX three shocking products ARCFOX-GT track and street version, ARCFOX ECF Concept. Taking “Breaking in the Realm” as the proposition, we will create three core values of unbounded aesthetics, human-oriented technology and ultimate experience. ARCFOX is a high-end intelligent new energy automobile brand that pursues ultimate performance and innovative design, and has become a brand of product promotion and layout of BAIC Group. An important practice of the new energy vehicle 2.0 era is also the beginning of the era of the new energy vehicle 2.0 led by BAIC Group with high-end brands.
“New” means strengthening the capacity for independent innovation, accelerating the process of comprehensive new energy, and steadily promoting “two-wheel drive” for intelligent network and new energy. This time, Beiqi New Energy will bring a new demonstration of the purely electric SUV model EX3 and wireless charging. EX3 inherits the Darwin system's intelligent three-power, intelligent flying screen, intelligent language, intelligent driving, intelligent network connection five advantages, will bring users intelligent travel experience. Beiqi New Energy wireless charging technology realizes the direct emission of energy from the ground launching board to the vehicle's power receiving board, which supplies energy to the battery and eliminates the physical charging connection line. Users only need to click on the central control screen or mobile app to turn on wireless charging. In the future, this wireless charging system will be combined with the automatic parking function to achieve intelligent parking and automatic charging.
In addition, around the new energy and intelligent network technology, BAIC Group also carried out a rich and full-fledged presentation: Beijing Automotive released a new product, Beijing Auto Zhida, with a comprehensive upgrade of power, value and intelligence. Beijing Auto also brings multiple interactive experiences to the audience through VR interactive experience devices, entertainment cabin experience devices, pure electric drives, and hybrid powertrain displays. Beiqi Research Institute carried out the "Dolphin +" development strategy, queue auto-driving, C-V3X, highway auto-driving HWP, valet parking AVP as the display content, and carried out creative display on the intelligent network technology display wall. Bei Na Chuan, a component industry platform of BAIC Group, has demonstrated the lightweight materials that are vital to new energy vehicles.
“Special” is the advantage of differentiated development. On behalf of BAIC Group, it will extend the historical coordinate system to the future, reinventing the splendid characteristics of “off-road family” with innovation, and strive to create a characteristic growth pole. As the main force of China's off-road vehicle business, Beijing cross-country has not only become a solid force that the party and the country can trust, but also maintains the leading position in the Chinese hard-core off-road market. At the beginning of this year, BAIC Group established Beiqi Off-road Vehicle Company. At the auto show, the “Beijing” brand was released, and the BJ40 City Hunter Edition was launched simultaneously. A series of strategic measures meant that Beijing SUVs will fully open the new Beiqi off-road vehicles with integrated operation. The journey of the times.
"Beijing" - "China's first brand of off-road vehicles" Huanxin started at the "Beijing" brand rejuvenation conference, Xu Heyi, secretary of the party committee and chairman of BAIC Group, announced that the "Beijing" brand is to inherit the history of "cross-country family" The blood is to give the new era connotation of "life and off-road"!
The new concept of “Beijing” brand is: carrying the military quality and technology genes accumulated by Beiqi Off-road for half a century, to create the “China's first brand of off-road vehicles” as the vision, “only cross-country and no boundaries”, to create “exploration·extreme” The off-road experience creates an extraordinary cross-country culture.
The strategic goal of the “Beijing” brand is to implement the “high, new and special” strategic requirements with “specialized, precise and special” development, and become the “China’s No. 1 and Global Leading” off-road vehicle brand. For the pursuit of off-road experience, enthusiasts who love cross-country life, and those who have a cross-country complex to provide the ultimate off-road experience.
In order to achieve the above strategic objectives, the “Beijing” brand will focus on the four dimensions of performance, products, technology and experience, and strive to create core advantages:
First, forging extreme performance. Focus on the excellent pursuit of military quality, relying on the professional off-road vehicle production base, in accordance with the military, professional standard system, forging the ultimate and durable off-road performance.
The second is to create the ultimate product. Inheriting the excellent genetic tradition of the first brand of Chinese off-road vehicles, based on platform development, we will continue to improve the product series of “2-4-6-8/3-5-7-9” to achieve military, specialization, modification, and urban panning. Off-road and other products cover the entire range.
The third is the innovation of extreme technology. Relying on the first domestic off-road vehicle research institute, it will carry out innovative breakthroughs around the world's top and cutting-edge professional technologies. At the same time, it will accelerate the application of intelligent network connection functions and continue to enrich the optional technology configuration based on outdoor off-road and other use scenarios.
The fourth is to create the ultimate experience. Continuously improve the integration of product and service development capabilities, promote the establishment of off-road ecosystem, and operate in innovative modes such as professional events, off-road towns, and off-road clubs to create an off-road experience economy.
In addition, Beijing Cross-country will adhere to the principle of “open and mutual benefit” and actively promote cooperation and win-win cooperation with many quality partners. Today, the strategic cooperation between BAIC Group and China Aerospace-Literature Exploration Project is an important cooperation exploration between the two sides on technological innovation and strategic development.
There is no limit to the creation of the collar, and the future is more promising. BAIC Group will take the “Beijing” brand as a new opportunity to firmly implement the “high, new and special” strategy, and promote the implementation of comprehensive new energy and intelligent networked “two-wheel drive” to create a better life and help. The development of China's auto industry contributes new wisdom and strength.
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All along, Huaxia Travel insists on relying on intelligent technology means to gradually realize the evolution of the networked service ecosystem from unilateral travel brands to multilateral cities, and finally complete the industrial barriers of closed-loop ecological value chain in the vertical and vertical new travel scenes. .
Creating a virtuous cycle solution for the whole life cycle of vehicles
Huaxia Travel shoulders the historical responsibility of BAIC Group's transformation from traditional manufacturing enterprises to manufacturing service and innovative enterprises. In the constant transformation of the new economic form, the automobile industry continues to break the boundaries of the industry, and based on the continuous extension of the consumer value chain, Huaxia Travel is taking this opportunity to quickly open up its own post-market map in the new pattern of consumer competition.
Huaxia Travel focuses on the development strategy of “Travel + Value-added Services”, taking the deep development of the whole travel scene as a closed loop, casting the core competitive advantage of Huaxia Travel, and building a time-sharing lease, network car, urban home logistics, tourism exhibition, health care The comprehensive travel service platform for all-travel scenarios such as off-road self-driving, around the MSX2.0 strategy, Huaxia travel also made a brand new upgrade this year, and named the travel brand as the Mofan department, and named the value-added service brand as Huaxia. system. Under the Mofan brand system, it includes time-sharing star brand-Mofan travel, urban green logistics brand-Mofan Express, official car protection brand-Beijing travel, network car business brand-Mofan car, car rental brand -Mofan car rental, and the second-hand car business brand that is about to start - Mofan used car, a second-hand car industry that focuses on the second-hand efficient disposal of the travel industry model, in order to enhance the travel car user experience of the used car industry to be released.
Through the strategic layout of China Travel, the Mofan brand has formed a coverage of manned and loaded goods, self-driving and riding, civil and official, short-term rental, time-rent and long-term rental, covering the production of customized front-end models to travel services until the used cars A systematic, full-scene travel solution that handles a virtuous cycle throughout the life cycle of an efficient vehicle.
In the service business matrix of China Travel, “Hua Xing Xing Da” covers the panoramic service unit of marketing consultants, conference and exhibition, business travel and private custom tourism. “Huaxia Health” is a dedicated health consultant with private doctors, appointment registration, and overseas medical care. “Huaxia 318”, the first domestic off-road self-driving professional brand, provides the best choice for cross-country driving in the Pan-Western region with off-road self-driving, travel guides, transportation, medical rescue and other ancillary services, and vigorously promotes China's cross-country culture and self-driving culture. After the brand upgrade, the overall strategic design of Huaxia Travel is clearer, and it is easier to occupy the user's mind and form a category association matrix.
Breaking the opportunity to share the profit problem of travel and travel. The forward-looking eyes took the lead in launching the automotive aftermarket. Focusing on the two core business clusters of “travel + value-added services”, with time-sharing as the starting point, the service space of its own platform was expanded, combined with consumption upgrade and consumption. The market trend of value differentiation will combine the time-sharing brand “Mofan Travel”, the off-road self-driving service brand “Huaxia 318” and the urban logistics brand “Mofan Express” to form a mesh linkage effect for users in Southwest China. Provide one-stop service solution of “Internet + Transportation + Tourism” across cities and scenarios.
As a model demonstration area in the expansion map of China Travel, Southwest China has invested a large amount of people, money and materials to cultivate new kinetic energy for travel in the Southwest. While realizing the expansion of the market in the southwest region, it will help the southwest region to cultivate new growth points, create new kinetic energy, and establish an internationally competitive industrial system in terms of green and low carbon, shared economy, modern travel industry chain, and expansion of employment opportunities.
When talking about how to break the profit sharing problem of travel, Hua Dian, secretary of the party committee and general manager of Huaxia, said that there are “three big mountains” in the shared travel field, the procurement cost of vehicles, insurance and operation and maintenance costs. Huaxia travel can rely on the resource advantages of BAIC Group to reduce the vehicle procurement cost, improve the vehicle customization and subtraction method, and increase the configuration required for the shared vehicle to reduce the configuration to achieve the exclusive customized model. In the insurance field, China Travel adheres to the continuous optimization of insurance plans with downstream insurance companies, and continuously strives to reduce costs in terms of insurance types and insurance methods. In operation and maintenance, relying on the advantages of China's leading intelligent operation and monitoring center system, it is more scientific and accurate to achieve operational support and command and dispatch, maximize operational efficiency and reduce operating costs.
Forming the benchmark effect of the western development star
China Travel has taken the lead in the southwest region with the three major star brands of “Mofan Travel”, “Mofan Express” and “Huaxia 318” to promote the development of the travel industry in the western region.
At present, “Mofan Travel” has invested 40,000 vehicles, 49 operating cities, and 3.8 million registered members. It has opened 1,352 outlets in the southwest region and operated 5,110 vehicles. It only covers Chengdu in “Mofan Travel”. More than 300 outlets such as Wucheng District, Qidu District, Xindu District, Longquanyi District, Shuangliu District, Wenjiang District and Pengzhou have been successfully branded into the Southwest market.
Since its establishment in 2019, the western cross-country self-driving brand has been put into operation in 1400 sets of customized vehicles in Sichuan, Tibet, Qinghai, Gansu, Shaanxi, Guizhou, Yunnan and other provinces and cities. It is estimated that within five years, the number of vehicles in operation in the 12 western provinces will reach 10,000, and the scale and network operation will be fully realized.
“Mofan Express” is the latest extension and new tentacles of Huaxia’s “Mofan” series of travel brands. It is positioned as a new energy city logistics operation service provider, and has become an important strategic force for the development of China’s travel industry in the southwest region. Provide solutions to the satisfaction of urban freight travel needs in Southwest China. At present, it has provided urban logistics services to small and medium-sized enterprises and individual users in 8 cities including Chengdu, with a total of 1,725 vehicles.
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"The GLE exhibits iconic Mercedes-Benz design while remaining true to its character as an off-roader," says Gorden Wagener, Chief Design Officer at Daimler AG. "With its design idiom it perfectly embodies our design philosophy of sensual purity, thus representing modern luxury. The interior derives its fascination from the contrast between the luxurious and elegant design and the digital high-tech of our MBUX system." The new Mercedes-Benz GLE has the best aerodynamics in its segment, with a Cd figure from 0.29.
Mercedes-Benz GLE 300 d 4MATIC remains below all emission limits
The GLE 300 d 4MATIC with 180 kW (245 hp) and 500 Nm is available as a four-cylinder diesel from the current engine family. Thanks to further expanded emission control technologies, the powerful four-cylinder from the modern OM 654 engine family remains below all Euro 6d TEMP emission limits even in demanding driving situations and environmental conditions. This is achieved with an additional selective catalytic reduction (SCR) converter with an ammonia slip catalyst (ASC) in the exhaust tract of the GLE.
Other technological highlights of the four-cylinder diesel include:
Six-cylinder petrol engine: Systematic electrification
The Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 4MATIC as the first petrol model on market launch is powered by an M 256 in-line six-cylinder engine systematically electrified with 48-volt technology (combined market launch: Its performance data: 270 kW (367 hp) and 500 Nm of torque, with a further 250 Nm of torque and 16 kW/22 hp available via EQ Boost over short periods. The integrated starter/alternator (ISG) is responsible for hybrid functions such as EQ Boost or energy recuperation, while allowing fuel savings that were previously reserved for high-voltage hybrid technology.
ISG eliminates the need for a belt drive for ancillary components at the front of the engine, which reduces its overall length. The slim design, together with the physical separation of intake/exhaust, creates space for near-engine exhaust aftertreatment. The 48-volt on-board power supply serves not only high power consumers such as the water pump and air-conditioning compressor, but also the Integrated Starter Generator (ISG), which also supplies energy to the battery by means of highly efficient energy recuperation.
Nine gears for comfortable and efficient gear shifts
In all variants of the new GLE, power is transmitted by the 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission. The broad ratio spread of gears one to nine allows a clearly perceptible reduction in engine speed and is a decisive factor behind the high level of energy efficiency and ride comfort. The high overall efficiency is reflected in the fuel economy. Shortened shift and response times ensure optimum spontaneity combined with outstandingly smooth gear changes. Particularly in manual mode and S mode, 9G-TRONIC responds immediately and enhances driving pleasure.
The particularly good gearshifting comfort of the 9-speed automatic transmission is the result of extensive measures. These include the novel direct control system which enables short, barely perceptible gear changes. The combination of twin-turbine torsional damper and centrifugal pendulum technology in the torque converter ensures outstanding drive comfort. An additional, electric transmission oil pump is activated in start/stop operation, ensuring a basic supply to the control elements and actuators. The time delay between the desire to move off and the vehicle's actual movement is reduced by the electric transmission oil pump.
In ECO driving mode, the gliding function assists the driver's active fuel economy measures. When the driver's foot leaves the accelerator, the combustion engine is decoupled from the drive system and runs at idling speed. The vehicle rolls for a measurably longer distance than when on the overrun. When the accelerator is depressed again, the connection between the engine and drive system is re-established.
When the driving situation and charge level of the battery allow, the combustion engine is decoupled from the drivetrain and switched off, so that the vehicle can coast freely ("gliding").This involves shifting the transmission into neutral position, thereby reducing drag losses in the drivetrain. The starter-alternator serves as an electric drive and helps to extend the energy-efficient gliding phase. During deceleration, the kinetic energy from the starter-generator is converted into electric power ("recuperated") as appropriate to the driving situation and used to charge the battery.
Especially in conjunction with the new transfer case with Torque on Demand, a clear difference between the individual on-road driving modes Comfort, Sport and Sport+ (only in conjunction with eABC) is perceivable and selectable by any customer. The vehicle characteristics can be varied from neutral/slight understeer right up to slight and controllable oversteer.
Suspension and brakes: Surefooted both on and off the road
The new Mercedes-Benz GLE offers a choice of three suspension systems. In the basic version, the newly developed suspension is steel-sprung. On request a likewise newly developed AIRMATIC air suspension with the Adaptive Damping System Plus (ADS+) is available. As the ultimate alternative, the new 48 V onboard electrics allow a major suspension innovation to the highest standard: E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL. The braking systems for the new GLE have also undergone an evolutionary improvement and are far more powerful.
All the suspension versions share the same front and rear axle architecture - each is attached to a subframe and therefore doubly isolated from the bodyshell. The bearings of the steering arms and axle housings are larger than in previous generations. Together with more rigid points where the forces resulting from wheel responses are introduced, this considerably improves vibration and ride comfort.
The front wheel suspension is a double wishbone suspension with the upper wishbone is a high position, which benefits spring travel when driving off-road. All transverse control arms and the steering knuckles are weight-optimised forged aluminium components whose light weight and rigidity provide ideal conditions for low rolling noises. The new design of the front axle ensures separate introduction of longitudinal and lateral forces, which benefits both the vehicle dynamics and suspension comfort.
The four-link rear suspension adopts the concept of the preceding version, but has been developed further with respect to weight, suspension comfort, vehicle dynamics and vibration comfort. Its control arms are also mostly of aluminium: wheel control is by a cast aluminium lower wishbone and a forged aluminium upper strut rod, as well as an upper camber strut of sheet steel.
The front and rear axles are designed to accommodate all three suspension systems, and dimensioned so that they can cope with even the hardest stresses in off-road operations. The AIRMATIC air suspension and E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL variants include the possibility of adjustable ground clearance in different driving modes. The steel suspension already provides a well-balanced compromise between high suspension comfort and safe vehicle dynamics.
The standard for comfort: AIRMATIC air suspension with adaptive damping
Naturally the optional AIRMATIC air suspension can do things even better, as it responds particularly sensitively and has integrated level control with the ability to vary the ground clearance according to the driving situation. It combines air suspension bellows with adaptive ADS+-dampers whose characteristics can be fully automatically varied at each individual wheel, in both the compression and rebound stages. Using a sophisticated sensor system and algorithms, the dampers can be set for different damping responses according to the road surface conditions. If an obstacle is driven over by only one wheel, for example, the damper is set for softer characteristics to reduce transmission of the jolt to the rest of the axle, and therefore to the passenger compartment.
At the front axle the springs and dampers are housed in one suspension strut, but they are separate at the rear axle. As a Mercedes-Benz first, the AIRMATIC air suspension system has a closed air circuit which is able to raise and lower the suspension more rapidly, while operating with less noise. The pump is driven by a 400 W electric motor.
Apart from giving the driver the ability to make own adjustments to the ground clearance and select driving modes, the control system of AIRMATIC uses sophisticated sensor systems and algorithms to analyse the driving situation and make automatic adjustments. On the motorway, for example, it lowers the car by 15 mm in order to establish the best possible conditions for driving safety at high speeds.
Wide choice: driving modes for on and off-road operation
By selecting the driving mode Sport, the driver can permanently lower the ground clearance by the same amount, and by as much as 25 mm in Sport+ mode. This lowering is to ensure a lower centre of gravity, thus enabling higher stability and agility. When driving off-road, the standard version of AIRMATIC allows a 60 mm increase in ground clearance.
The optional ON&OFFROAD package enables three different increases in ground clearance: by 30, 60 or even 90 mm. Control of the ground clearance when off-road takes a range of other parameters into account, e.g. uphill inclines and the vehicle's axle articulation.
When the driver selects the ground clearance when stationary or on the move, a control lamp flashes until the chosen level has been reached. If a raised ground clearance is not cancelled by the driver when the vehicle is on the road, the suspension control system lowers the suspension depending on speed to ensure safe driving characteristics at all times.
AIRMATIC offers a further practical feature to facilitate loading and unloading of the luggage compartment: the rear end can be lowered by 50 mm via a separate switch in the luggage compartment. The function is however deactivated if a trailer is connected.
The functions of AIRMATIC can be extended even further with the innovative E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL suspension.
Braking system: Even larger dimensions
The brakes of the new GLE have been systematically improved. In line with further development of the suspension, the disc brakes are now larger and measure up to 400 mm in diameter. From an engine output of 200 kW upwards, the rear brake discs are also internally ventilated. Larger brake linings all-round ensure better deceleration with reduced wear. The two-piston floating callipers of the front brakes are of larger and more rigid design. This results in shorter braking distances, better directional stability when braking and a longer operating life for wearing parts.
With the Engineering package in conjunction with E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL, an even more powerful braking system with six-piston fixed calliper disc brakes is available in combination with specific wheel/tyre combinations in 21-inch size or over.
The parking brake of the new GLE is electrically operated, and uses a combination brake calliper. If its switch to the lower left of the rotary light switch on the dashboard is pressed and held at speeds above 4 km/h, this initiates emergency braking which is not performed by the parking brake but by the service brakes, and accompanied by activation of the hazard warning system.
Bodyshell and lightweight design: The battle for the ideal weight
A vehicle body must be capable of all things: dissipating energy during a crash while keeping the passenger cell as undeformed as possible, keeping vibrations and noises away from the interior, allowing plenty of space for passengers and comfort features. Given all these requirements, it is obvious that an SUV bodyshell cannot be a flyweight. Yet it must weigh as little as possible. This requires a great deal of effort, a number of compromises - and a lot of good ideas.
With its high rigidity, the bodyshell of the new GLE makes a major contribution to meeting the demanding standards for vehicle dynamics, noise comfort, perceived quality and crash safety. This means that many of its components must integrate several functions that impose high requirements, while following the principles of modern, future-proof lightweight construction.
The answer lies in a combination of high-strength sheet steel and lightweight materials for assemblies where this achieves the desired attributes, and in the optimum dimensioning and geometry of all components. For example, the bonnet and front wings of the new Mercedes-Benz GLE are of sheet aluminium, the shock absorber consoles at the front and rear axles are of diecast aluminium and the side members at the rear are partially reinforced with diecast aluminium. The front-end member consists of innovative organo panels.
Precision-fitted panels with variable material thickness
For the first time, the floor assembly of the passenger cell uses so-called tailored, rolled blank panels. These panels are rolled to different thicknesses, so that the finished, pressed component has the ideal wall thickness in every area. This means that high wall thicknesses only occur where they are really needed - on the new GLE this is in the area of the centre tunnel that forms the backbone of the floor panel and greatly influences the rigidity of the bodyshell in a crash.
Some reinforcements differ according to the model variant, so as to cope with different vehicle weights and engine outputs while remaining as light as possible. The rear end is constructed in three different variants to take into account the different rear seat row configurations.
For the greatest possible rigidity, the bodyshell components are for the most part bonded and spot-welded, and the flanges connecting the parts are designed to allow joining with minimal tension so that tolerances between the panels are compensated during assembly. The resulting bodyshell is so torsionally rigid that despite the large roof aperture to allow for the optional panoramic sliding sunroof, it offers more resistance to torsional forces than that of the preceding model.
At the same time, with the same equipment level, the bodyshell of the new GLE is no heavier than that of the previous generation although it has a longer wheelbase and a substantially greater overall length, and although it is designed to meet the substantially more stringent requirements of the US/NCAP and EuroNCAP safety tests.
In all, weight savings of 62 kg have been achieved for the four-cylinder diesel version of the new GLE, for example, in comparison to its predecessor with a corresponding standard of equipment. Various lightweight design measures have made this possible:
This has substantially enhanced the utility value of the new GLE through attributes such as a larger vehicle length on a longer wheelbase, a 30 kW increase in engine power, compliance with higher crash and NVH standards and higher emission standards in accordance with WLTP while maintaining the same gross vehicle weight. In addition, the standard scope of equipment has been extended to include the automatic tailgate, a reversing camera, LED headlamps and state-of-the-art infotainment with two 12.3" displays.
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Please rest assured, because the first impression of this generation of foresters is not good. At the New York Auto Show in early 2018, I first witnessed its release, which is quite disappointing.
Therefore, if it can't change my mind in the past six months, I will also ruthlessly vomit it in the mood of love and deep responsibilities. Please rest assured.This time we got the top model of the new forester, 2019 2.0i smart flagship EyeSight version. Some friends don't like us to measure the top, in fact, this is really good and bad.
Although the main selling model is more reference, but if you do not measure the top, many functions are not good, the value is not worth paying for it, how do we know?
You said yes.I believe that many friends should be like me, not very satisfied with the changes of this generation of foresters, especially from the static level, its changes are really sorry for the words "transformation" and "new", saying that the mid-term change may be more Right, in this regard, my colleague also asked the manufacturer's representative during the test drive, and the answer was very interesting.
Factory research believes that consumers are more satisfied with the design of foresters, so this change has only made minor changes. The central idea of design is to stabilize and keep the basic disk.
The design of the front of the car is actually good, and it is quite satisfactory. However, the shape of the "crab claw" of the taillights is really inconsistent with the whole car, and it does not match the foresters who are in the impression of the line.
The interior design ideas are still the same. The various configurations and displays involved in driving are all done by the small screen at the top, while the large screen below is only responsible for the entertainment system. However, for so many years, the following big screens have always lacked the "original sense". Only after you have used it will you believe that it is the original one.
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At the heart of both of the new Porsche Panamera GTS models is a four-litre V8 engine with 338 kW (460 hp) of output and maximum torque of 620 Nm, cultivating an emotional sound and driving experience when combined with the standard sports exhaust sys-tem. The biturbo engine, which features a gasoline particulate filter, outperforms its predecessor by 15 kW (20 hp) and 100 Nm, accelerating the Porsche Panamera GTS and Panamera GTS Sport Turismo from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds as it works in con-junction with the standard Sport Chrono Package. The two models achieve a top speed of 292 and 289 km/h, respectively. There are no interruptions in tractive force as power is transmitted to the Porsche Traction Management (PTM) four-wheel drive system by the eight-speed PDK dual clutch gearbox. Their exceptional performance is achieved with moderate consumption of just 10.3 l/100 km (Sport Turismo: 10.6 l/100 km); it has a CO2 emission level of 235 g/km (Sport Turismo: 242 g/km).
Designed to reflect the sporting prowess of the Panamera GTS models, the chassis systems are impressively dynamic. The adaptive air suspension with three-chamber technology is fitted as standard, which results in flexible control and a wide spring rate spread. The sports chassis in the two GTS models has been lowered by 10 mil-limetres, while the Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) function has been adapted for an even sportier setup. The result? Outstanding lateral dynamics. Large brakes (390 millimetres in diameter at the front, 365 millimetres at the rear) support the longitudinal dynamics.
When compared to the predecessor, the standard equipment of new Porsche Panamera GTS models has been significantly upgraded in a number of areas. The Sport Design package with a new front and rear aprons in black, and additional dark elements highlights the more athletic appearance. The GTS models are equipped with 20-inch Panamera Design wheels as standard. The interior features hallmark elements of black Alcantara and anodised aluminium. The standard equipment also includes a heated multifunction sports steering wheel with gear-change paddles and Alcantara trim and the Connect Plus module for a wide range of digital services. With the op-tional Interior GTS package, drivers can customise their vehicle with various design elements, such as a rev counter, designer seams, and GTS logos in the contrasting shades of Carmine Red or Crayon.
The GTS models offer all the same innovations as the second-generation Panamera range. These include the digital Porsche Advanced Cockpit, assistance systems such as Porsche InnoDrive including adaptive cruise control, and optional rear axle steering. The GTS also features one highlight that is new to the entire Panamera range - the head-up display. The display can be configured by the driver and pro-jects all relevant information directly into their direct line of sight in full colour.
As is tradition at Porsche, GTS stands for Gran Turismo Sport. Porsche's first road-approved sports car, the 904 Carrera GTS, was launched all the way back in 1963, bringing racing technology to the streets. This was followed by the 924 GTS and 928 GTS, which cultivated the concept throughout the 1980s and 90s. In 2007, the GTS celebrated its revival with the Carrera GTS. The first generation of the Panamera GTS followed in 2011, initially available as a sports saloon only. Now, the new Porsche Panamera GTS is also available as a Sports Turismo. With a large tailgate, low load-ing sill, increased luggage compartment volume and 4+1 seating configuration, the new GTS variant based on the models introduced in 2017 meets the highest of standards for everyday driving, while also delivering outstanding performance.
Eight-cylinder biturbo engine delivers dynamic power, efficiency and an emotional drive
The new Panamera GTS and new Panamera GTS Sport Turismo both benefit from the same V8 biturbo engine generation as the Panamera Turbo models. During the development phase, Porsche's engineers focused on ensuring maximum efficiency and exceptional performance. At speeds between 6,000 and 6,500 rpm, the four-litre engine in the new Porsche Panamera GTS models delivers peak output of 338 kW (460 hp), outperforming the 4.8-litre V8 engine in the predecessor by 20 hp. The maximum torque of 620 Nm - 100 Nm more than the previous model - is available at speeds between 1,800 and 4,500 rpm. The new eight-cylinder model accelerates the Panamera GTS and the Panamera GTS Sport Turismo from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds thanks to the standard Sport Chrono Package. The saloon reaches a speed of 200 km/h in just 15.4 seconds; the Sport Turismo achieves the same in 15.6 seconds. The Gran Turismo reaches a top speed of 292 km/h while the Sport Turismo tops out at 289 km/h. Their exceptional performance is achieved with mod-erate consumption of just 10.3 l/100 km (Sport Turismo: 10.6 l/100 km); it has a CO2 emission level of 235 g/km (Sport Turismo: 242 g/km).
In view of the stricter particulate emissions limits set out in the new EU emissions standards for the European Union and other markets applying its standards, the launch of the new Porsche Panamera GTS models will see all vehicles for these markets fit-ted with a gasoline particulate filter, which will also be installed in all Panamera models from the new model year. They therefore comply with the Euro 6 d-Temp (EU6 BG) emission standard as well as C6b in China. The structure of this sealed ceramic filter is similar to the particulate filter for diesel engines, though with some adaptations needed to meet the requirements for petrol engines. The exhaust gases are fed through alternately sealed channels, forcing the gas to flow through the walls of the particulate filter. Particulate deposits are burned off in an automatic re-generation process.
In design terms, the eight-cylinder model is a V-engine installed longitudinally with a bank angle of 90 degrees. The four intake and exhaust camshafts can be adjusted by 50 degrees and are powered by a chain drive. The four-valve engine can reach a speed of up to 6,800 rpm and has a displacement of 3,996 cm3. The stand-out tech-nical feature of the V8 biturbo direct petrol injection model is its new central turbo layout with turbochargers located in the inner V, injectors in the centre of the com-bustion chamber, race track-compatible oil system, very low-wear coating on the cyl-inder liners and cylinder deactivation.
The standard sports exhaust system with its black twin tailpipes and specially tuned interaction between the engine and exhaust valve control gives the V8 engine its rich, distinctive sound.
Central turbo layout ensures powerful torque at low revs
The V8 engine in the new Panamera GTS models exhibits an incredible degree of agility, even at the higher end of the rev and power range. At the same time, the eight-cylinder unit is able to deliver maximum torque at low speeds. These drive characteristics are due primarily to the biturbo charging technology in the central turbo layout. Carefully designed twin-scroll turbochargers supply compressed air to the V8's combustion chambers. The two turbines rotate in opposite directions and deliver maximum torque, even at the lowest rev levels. The turbochargers achieve a maximum charge pressure of 0.8 bar. A compressor powered by the exhaust gas flow compresses the intake air for each turbocharger. To allow the engine to re-spond effectively, the process air runs through two separate branches. After flowing through the left and right intercoolers upstream from the V8, the process air from outside the vehicle passes through one throttle valve on each side into the left and right cylinder banks. The intercoolers significantly reduce the temperature of the process air once it has been heated during the compression process. This boosts the density of the air, increasing the oxygen content in the cylinder and improving efficiency as a result.
Central injectors
One key feature of all Panamera engines is the central location of the injectors and their high-pressure injection valves inside the combustion chamber. The V8 engine found in the new Panamera GTS models uses valves with seven nozzle holes. The individually aligned nozzles help to optimise combustion, thereby reducing emis-sions and increasing efficiency. And Porsche achieves this in every single operat-ing phase. Its engineers have used injectors to employ individual injection strategies while the engine is starting, while the catalytic converters are heating up, while the engine is warming up and while the engine is warm. Each cylinder bank is equipped with a high-pressure pump with a maximum injection pressure of 250 bar.
Exhaust gas after-treatment with catalytic converters in the inner V
The V8 engines are equipped with a dual-branch exhaust system with pre and main catalytic converters plus upstream and downstream silencers. In design terms, the eight-cylinder engine is similar to the central turbo layout in that its catalytic convert-ers are located in the inner V, close to the engine. This configuration ensures that the emission control system reaches the ideal operating temperature in a short space of time. Furthermore, catalytic converter heating is accelerated during the start-up phase by opening the turbocharger wastegate valve.
Iron alloy in the cylinder linings reduces wear and oil consumption
One of the V8 engine's highlights is the iron coating on the cylinder linings in the cast aluminium block. This significantly reduces internal friction, wear (even when using low-quality fuels), and oil consumption. During the production process, the surface of the cylinders is coated with an exceptionally durable, low-friction iron coating using an atmospheric plasma spray method. The coating is just 150 micro-metres thick. This iron alloy almost completely eliminates any lining wear at the re-versal point on the piston rings. The design of the lightweight cast pistons has been adapted in line with the new alloy. The piston rings have a chromium nitrite coating, which perfectly matches the iron coating When combined, all of the measures re-duce oil consumption by up to 50% compared to its predecessor.
Reliable oil supply, even on the race track
Every Porsche has to be able to hold its own out on the track. The new Porsche Panamera GTS models confidently master this challenge - partly thanks to their innovative oil system. Its layout ensures that even the most extreme lateral and longitudinal accel-eration forces can be balanced out. A key aspect of this system is the fact that the oil ducts are split into two separate supply branches - one for the engine and one for the cylinder heads. The supply openings in these ducts have been tailored to each component in the oil system. During the start-up phase, this has a positive impact on the time needed to build up pressure in the oil. The speed at which pressure is built up is also supported by a return valve in the oil pump. This valve makes sure that the large volume of oil in the inner V does not flow back into the oil sump and run emp-ty. The oil pressure itself is built up by a fully variable vane oil pump and can be regulated to the specific engine operating map via a valve. This control valve also comes with a built-in oil pressure limiter, which is automatically activated during the engine start-up phase and at low ambient temperatures. Depending on demand, an electronic switching valve located in the centre of the inner V also controls the map-controlled piston spray nozzles for cooling the pistons. This control function reduces churning losses and controls the amount of oil in circulation. As a result, the GTS models can even cope with the high longitudinal and lateral acceleration forces on the Nürburgring's famous Nordschleife.
Fitted as standard: Sport Chrono Package with Sport Response Button
Perfectly tailored to racetrack driving, the new Panamera GTS models are equipped with a standard Sport Chrono Package with Launch Control and mode switch, plus a Sport Response Button on the multifunction steering wheel. Thanks to its ergo-nomic position on the steering wheel, the rotary mode switch provides the driver with direct access to the four driving modes (Normal, Sport, Sport Plus and Individual). Sport Plus mode is ideal for the track. This mode adjusts the drivetrain so that it can deliver the ideal vehicle response and maximum acceleration. What's more, active chassis components - such as the adaptive air suspension, Porsche Active Sus-pension Management (PASM) and the optional Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control Sport (PDCC Sport), Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus) and rear axle steer-ing - switch to a sportier mode for ultimate performance. The Sport Response Button is located in the middle of the mode switch. This button delivers the Panamera's maximum power potential for 20 seconds at the mere touch of a button. During this time, the engine response is more direct and spontaneous. The PDK also switches to an even more dynamic shifting map than in Sport Plus mode, immediately lower-ing the revs to a range between 3,000 and 6,000 rpm (unless the button is pressed in full-load operation). Gear changes take place very late.
Porsche eight-speed PDK for optimum comfort and maximum agility
Like all other Panamera models, the new GTS versions also come with an eight-speed dual clutch gearbox. In general terms, the eight-speed PDK allows for the ideal gear ratio spread and efficient fuel consumption, while still delivering optimum comfort and maximum agility. That is because the seventh and eighth gears are de-signed as rev-reducing overdrive gears. Maximum speed can be achieved in sixth gear. The Panamera's eight-speed PDK can change gear without interrupting the tractive power because the next gear ratio is essentially already waiting in the wings, ready to be activated within fractions of a second. The sporty yet exceptionally com-fortable gear shift patterns of the PDK are the perfect match for the dynamic charac-teristics of the new Porsche Panamera GTS models.
Active four-wheel drive with electronically controlled multi-plate clutch
The Panamera GTS and Panamera GTS Sport Turismo deliver power to the road via the Porsche Traction Management (PTM) function - an active four-wheel drive sys-tem with an electronically controlled, map-based multi-plate clutch. Depending on the driving situation, the multi-plate clutch spreads the engine's power between the front and rear axles to achieve optimum performance at all times. The PTM sensors continuously monitor the wheel speeds, the longitudinal and transverse accelera-tion forces, and the steering angle. The PTM delivers perfect performance, regard-less of whether the roads are dry, wet or covered in snow.
Chassis and chassis systems
As for the overall Panamera concept, the chassis in the new GTS models also com-bines the comfort of a luxury saloon with the performance of a sports car. However, it has been given an extra dynamic makeover to achieve the hallmark GTS response. The adaptive air suspension used in other Panamera derivatives is also installed as standard in the new GTS models. With its three-chamber technology, this suspen-sion system provides flexible control and good spring rate spread. The sports chas-sis in the two GTS models has been lowered by 10 millimetres as standard, while the Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) has been adapted for an even sportier setup, thereby delivering the performance expected from a GTS model. The result? Outstanding lateral dynamics.
Large brakes support the longitudinal dynamics. What's more, the integrated Por-sche 4D Chassis Control function analyses and synchronises all chassis systems in real time to ensure optimum vehicle response. The new Porsche Panamera GTS models can deliver an even more dynamic performance with innovative optional systems, such as Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control Sport (PDCC Sport) including Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus), Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB), and rear axle steering.
Adaptive air suspension with three-chamber technology fitted as standard
The Panamera GTS and Panamera GTS Sport Turismo are equipped with an adap-tive three-chamber air suspension as standard. This system has raised the bar, par-ticularly when it comes to comfort. The system is equipped with three air chambers per strut, each of which can be activated individually, thus providing a wide array of spring rates. For instance, drivers can set the chassis to a low basic spring rate, which ensures exceptional levels of comfort, because the spring rate can be elec-tronically adjusted in a fraction of second whenever needed - such as when accel-erating, braking or reducing rolling motion.
Made for an athlete: Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM)
The standard Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) system is an elec-tronic damping control function. The system responds to the road surface conditions and the current driving style, constantly adjusting the damping for each individual wheel accordingly. The dampers used in the new Porsche Panamera GTS models have been specifically refined for a sportier response, making sure the vehicles deliver the ex-pected performance and improving the vehicle's lateral dynamic characteristics. In general, drivers can choose from three driving modes: Normal, Sport or Sport Plus. So, how does PASM work? Sensors record the body and wheel movements gener-ated during fast acceleration, braking, fast cornering or driving on uneven road sur-faces. PASM sends the data it records to the Porsche 4D-Chassis Control function. The command centre calculates the current vehicle status and regulates the PASM's damper characteristic curves and the adaptive air suspension spring rates depending on the mode selected. Thanks to 4D Chassis Control, the control param-eters can of course be tailored to the other optional electronic chassis systems to deliver maximum performance.
A 48-volt system: PDCC Sport active roll stabilisation including PTV Plus
The optional Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control Sport (PDCC Sport) function with 48-volt technology optimises vehicle dynamics with its integrated electro-mechanical stabilisers. The system responds much quicker than systems with hydraulic actua-tors, stiffening the stabilisers to minimise roll in the body. In the Panamera, Porsche combines the PDCC Sport function with Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus). The electronically controlled rear-axle differential lock allows the driving torque to be spread variably between the rear wheels, while wheel-selective braking intervention generates additional steering torque on the rear axle. The result? An even more ag-ile steering response. What's more, PTV Plus noticeably improves traction while ac-celerating out of corners by locking the differential.
Rear axle steering improves lateral dynamics and longitudinal stability
The new Panamera GTS models can be equipped with optional rear axle steering. At low speeds up to around 50 km/h, the rear wheels steer - at a variable rate based on the vehicle speed - in the opposite direction to the front wheels up to a maximum steering angle of 2.8 degrees. This corresponds to virtual shortening of the wheel-base. The advantages of this include a more dynamic steering response in corners, significantly easier manoeuvring, and better parking in tight spots. At higher speeds, the rear wheels steer in the same direction as the front axle, again depending on the speed. The wheelbase is therefore virtually lengthened, thereby increasing stability, for example when changing lanes on the motorway. Rear axle steering allows for a more direct steering ratio on the front axle, so the steering response feels incredibly sporty. Rear axle steering also generally improves active safety, ride dynamics and comfort.
Porsche 4D Chassis Control
Porsche 4D Chassis Control is a central network of control systems. It analyses the current driving situation in all three dimensions (longitudinal, lateral and vertical dy-namics), calculating information on the vehicle status. It then shares this status with all chassis systems in standardised form in real time - adding a fourth dimension to chassis control. As a result, the systems provide an integrated response to the cur-rent driving situation. One example: When steering dynamically into a corner, the PASM electronic damper control, the adaptive air suspension, the rear axle steering, PTV Plus and PDCC Sport act as a unit to support the steering response and in-crease agility and stability. Porsche 4D Chassis Control sends a pulse to all chassis systems as soon as the driver starts to steer. This allows the systems to respond at an early stage and achieve maximum performance around corners.
Large brakes for top-class deceleration
The dimensions of the standard brake system - six-piston fixed callipers in the front, four-piston fixed callipers at the rear - have been increased to reflect the power of the new Panamera GTS models. The grey cast iron brakes with red brake callipers ensure top-class deceleration. The internally vented brake discs have a size of 390 x 38 millimetres on the front axle and 365 x 28 millimetres at the rear). The Porsche Panamera GTS models are also optionally available with the Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB), which has been tried and tested on the track.
Both GTS models are equipped as standard with 20-inch Panamera Design wheels with black painted finish. Size 275/40 ZR 20 tyres at the front and 315/35 ZR 20 tyres at the rear ensure optimum grip.
A powerful appearance and extensive equipment
The new GTS models underline their unique position as sports cars in the luxury saloon category with the especially sporty design their design and equipment. The Panamera GTS and Panamera GTS Sport Turismo are 5,053 millimetres long, 1,417 millimetres tall and 1,937 millimetres wide. A large wheelbase of 2,950 millimetres extends between the body's short overhangs. Both models are equipped as stand-ard with 20-inch Panamera Design wheels, painted in black with a silk gloss finish.
Standard Sport Design package with black highlights
At the front, the GTS models differ from the rest of the Panamera models due their new Sport Design front apron with a black spoiler lip. As standard, LED headlights, including Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS), four-point daytime running lights, cornering lights, headlight cleaning system and dynamic headlight range control ensure ideal visibility at night. Darkened LED matrix headlights including PDLS Plus with 84 individually activatable LEDs are available as an option. Sport Design side skirts with black paint finish visually lower the two GTS models, emphasising their performance-driven design. The side window strips are painted in high-gloss black as standard and the front doors feature GTS lettering. Black is also the domi-nant colour at the rear, where the Sport Design rear apron, "PORSCHE" logo and model designation all feature the corresponding paint finish. The two twin tailpipes in the standard sports exhaust system are also black. The three-dimensional tail lights with LED technology, integrated four-point brake lights and lighting strip fea-ture the distinctive GTS dark tint. The retractable rear spoiler is integrated seamlessly into the sports saloon's electric tailgate, which is fitted as standard. On the new Porsche Panamera GTS, the wing splits when extended to create a larger surface area. This also increases the downforce on the rear axle at higher speeds.
Inside, the Panamera combines a high standard of comfort, the sportiness typical for Porsche and an avant-garde design with a high degree of variability. The two GTS models also feature particularly sporty highlights and offer an extended range of standard equipment. The adaptive, electric 18-way sports seats with memory pack-age offer both the driver and front passenger good side support and plenty of com-fort. The centre seat panels come in Alcantara, which also covers the armrests on the doors, the sun visors, the headliner, and the A, B and C pillars. The standard equipment also includes a heated multifunction sports steering wheel with Alcanta-ra trim, gear-change paddles, and the mode switch for the Sport Chrono Package. GTS logos can be found on the door entry sills, rev counter and head restraints. The rev counter dial is also optionally available in Carmine Red or Crayon.
The interior can be further enhanced with the GTS interior package. This includes seat belts, embroidered lettering on the head restraints, and also decorative stitching on the seats and floor mats in the contrasting colours Carmine Red or Crayon.
Porsche Advanced Cockpit with standard online connectivity
One general feature found in the second-generation Porsche Panamera is the digi-tal display and operating concept - the standard Porsche Advanced Cockpit with touch-sensitive panels and customisable displays. Two seven-inch screens form the interactive cockpit. A 12.3-inch touchscreen in the centre console acts as the central operating and display element in the Porsche Communication Management (PCM) system including online navigation. The Infotainment system is easy and intuitive to use and can be adapted to suit personal tastes. Thanks to the pre-defined tiles, driv-ers have a quick and easy way to create their own home screen full of their preferred functions, such as their favourite radio stations, sat-nav destinations, telephone numbers or the sports exhaust activation function. An information widget can be added to the right-hand side of the full HD screen, providing users with access to other functions in the PCM. For instance, the interactive area in the middle of the screen can be used to display the sat-nav, while the right-hand side is used for the phone function. Up to six individual profiles can be configured. As well as a number of interior settings, these profiles contain preferred configurations for lights, driving programmes and assistance systems.
Users can connect their mobile phones or smartphones with the Connect Plus module. The Panamera is equipped with an LTE phone module and SIM card read-er. Thanks to the built-in SIM card, every Panamera can stay online all the time as standard if wished. Real-time traffic information is available for quick and reliable navigation, ensuring a speedy assessment of the current traffic situation and dy-namic route adjustment. A number of other Porsche Connect services are also available. For an in-depth overview of the Connect services available in each coun-try and vehicles, please see www.porsche.com/connect.
First head-up display in a Panamera
A range of standard or optional assistance systems ensure a safe and comfortable journey in the new Panamera GTS models. Proven systems such as the Lane Change Assist function and Lane Keeping Assist including traffic sign recognition are now joined by the first head-up display in a Panamera. This display system pro-jects all relevant vehicle information directly into the driver's line of sight in full col-our. Other highlights include the optional Porsche InnoDrive system and Night Vi-sion Assist. This new feature uses a thermal imaging camera to identify people and larger animals at a distance of up to 300 metres. It then uses colour-coded warnings in the cockpit to alert the driver. If the new LED matrix main headlights with 84 indi-vidually activatable LEDs on each side are on board, people located well outside the dipped beam range are briefly illuminated if they are located inside the calculated corridor, allowing the driver to respond earlier.
Relieving strain on the driver: Porsche InnoDrive and Traffic Jam Assist
The Porsche InnoDrive function including adaptive cruise control can also think ahead. Based on three-dimensional, high-resolution navigation data, the system calculates and activates the optimum acceleration and deceleration values as well as gear and coasting settings for the next three kilometres. Acting as an electronic co-pilot, it automatically takes into account corners, inclines and speed limits. Other vehicles and current speed limits are recorded by the radar- and video-based sensor system and then incorporated into the vehicle response. The range of assistance systems has also been expanded to cover situations where driving a Porsche is not all pleasure - traffic jams. The Traffic Jam Assist system supports the driver by inte-grated longitudinal and lateral guidance of the vehicle in traffic jams at speeds up to 60 km/h. Controlled by the ACC function, the vehicle is able to follow an identified queue of cars supported by the electro-mechanical steering function, which can easily be overridden at any time.
Head-up display with customisable options
Coinciding with the launch of the new GTS models, Porsche is also introducing an optional head-up display for all Panamera models. Already available in the Cay-enne, the system projects full-colour vehicle-relevant information directly into the driver's line of sight. The head-up display is discretely integrated into the dashboard directly in front of the windscreen. For the driver, the display appears around 2.3 me-tres in front of the vehicle, directly in their line of sight. The height, brightness and rotation of the head-up display can also be adjusted. Settings are configured in a separate menu directly in the Porsche Communication Management (PCM) system. Drivers can choose from a range of information to be projected onto the windscreen, such as sat-nav instructions, assistance system data, warnings and other events. The display area is split into six different sections.
Drivers can choose from four different presets, each of which display a range of ve-hicle information. The standard view primarily focuses on the activity and status of the assistance systems. The middle of the top line shows the same information as the instrument cluster display. The top-left of the display shows identified traffic signs that apply to the current route. The middle of the bottom line shows the current speed. If route guidance is active, navigation instructions appear on the right of the display. In Sport Chrono mode, additional information is added to the head-up dis-play. The middle of the top line shows the rev counter. If the Sport Response func-tion is active, the top-right corner shows the remaining function time. The gear dis-play appears at the bottom right. The left-hand side provides the driver with infor-mation about the lap time and lap number. The compact display strips back the in-formation in the display to the bare essentials. For instance, the top section only shows the current speed limit and navigation instructions. The bottom section dis-plays the current vehicle speed and assistance system status. If necessary, the driv-er can create a customised view for the display. This enables drivers to select from the individual display elements. User-specific displays are configured in the PCM.
In addition, situational information is displayed regardless of the selected preset. For instance, a large warning symbol appears if the vehicle is at risk of a collision. Sym-bols also appear to alert the driver if there is an incoming call or if voice control is activated. Since the display automatically switches between day and night, the dis-plays are easier to see at the corresponding time of day. Alternatively, the driver can change the display manually.
Extravagant design, adaptive roof spoiler and 4+1 seating concept
The new Panamera GTS is not just available as a standard sports saloon. For the first time ever, it is now also available as a Sport Turismo. In design terms, the GTS model offers all the benefits of the new Sport Turismo range and its avant-garde el-ements. The roof line has been raised in contrast to the sports saloon version, mak-ing it easier to get in and out at the rear while also increasing the headroom. The capacity of the luggage compartment benefits from the wide-opening tailgate with standard electric activation and the low loading sill at a height of just 622 millimetres. If the Sport Turismo is equipped with comfort access, a simple foot movement is all it takes to open or close the tailgate as the vehicle recognises authorised users via the remote key. Just like all Sport Turismo models, the Porsche Panamera GTS is equipped with a three-seater rear bench as standard. Since the two outer seats - as sporty and comfortable as you would expect from this series - are designed as individual seats, this results in a 2+1 configuration at the rear. Customers can also opt for two electri-cally adjustable individual seats for the rear. When loaded up to the top edge of the rear seats, the GTS Sport Turismo offers a stowage capacity of 520 litres. The three rear seat backrests can be folded down separately or together (ratio 40:20:40) and can be unlocked electrically from the luggage compartment. This configuration in-creases the loading volume to a maximum of 1,390 litres.
Porsche also offers an optional load compartment management solution for the Panamera Sport Turismo. The variable system is designed to safely transport objects of all shapes and sizes and includes two securing rails integrated into the luggage compartment floor, four lashing eyes, and a luggage compartment partition. A flexi-ble luggage compartment blind is included as standard.
If it is wished to charge a laptop on the way to an important meeting, this can be done using the optional 230 V socket in the luggage compartment.
Roof spoiler for up to 50 kilograms of extra downforce
The Panamera Sport Turismo's standard roof spoiler is unique in this vehicle cate-gory. Its angle can be adjusted to one of three settings depending on the driving sit-uation and selected driving mode. It can generate up to 50 kilograms of extra down-force on the rear axle. As part of the Porsche Active Aerodynamics (PAA) system, the spoiler is retracted at speeds up to 170 km/h and follows the rear sloping roof line at an angle of minus seven degrees. From speeds above 170 km/h, the roof spoiler automatically moves to the performance position at plus one degrees, in-creasing the ride stability and lateral dynamics. In the Sport and Sport Plus driving modes, the roof spoiler already moves into this position at speeds from 90 km/h. As an active support feature, the PAA automatically adjusts the spoiler angle to plus 26 degrees at speeds from 90 km/h if the optional panorama sliding roof is open. This balances out any turbulent air movement and reduces noise levels accordingly.
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The new Audi A8 and A8 L are being built at the Neckarsulm site and appeared on the German market in late fall 2017. The starting price for the A8 is EUR 90,600, with the A8 L starting at EUR 94,100.
Doyen of Audi style: the exterior design
Sports appeal, lightweight construction and quattro - the design of the new A8 perfectly conveys Audi's fundamental values. It embodies sporting elegance, sophistication and progressive status. The new flagship model takes the brand into a new design era.
The hexagonal Singleframe grille dominates the sedan's upright front end. With its low position and width, it determines all adjoining lines and surfaces. The headlight shapes merge perfectly with the Singleframe. With the optional HD Matrix LED headlights, the daytime running lights are a visual extension of the grille's top lamella. The segmented light signature divides the headlights horizontally, creating an elegant overall impression. Substantial chrome frames surround the air inlets, with a flat center inlet connecting them.
The side view with the coupé-like silhouette highlights the sporty character of the new A8. Its proportions accentuate both the front and rear wheels - prominent muscular shapes above the wheels are pointers to the brand's quattro DNA. The low shoulder line starts right up at the headlights and runs across the door handles as far back as the rear lights. A fold below the window capping also emphasizes length. The sill rises to the rear in typical Audi style and lends the new A8 a dynamism worthy of a luxury-class car.
The rear end is inclined slightly in the direction of travel, appearing to push the sedan along even when stationary. The defining element of a lighting strip extends across the entire width. It radiates high intrinsic value thanks to the embedded chrome strip. The segmented OLEDs adjoin at its ends and combine to form a signature. Another chrome strip in the lower part of the bumper integrates the trapezoidal trims of the exhaust system.
There is a choice of twelve colors for the A8, including the new Audi colors Terra Gray, Vesuvius Gray and Seville Red. The colors Impala Beige and Navarra Blue are available for the A8 for the first time. Via the Audi exclusive program, customers can also have the luxury sedan supplied in a color of their personal choice. For those who want their car to create an even more striking visual impact, there is the option of a chrome exterior package.
HD Matrix LED, laser, OLED: the lighting
Audi leads the way in lighting technology and design. In the new A8, the technologies interact intelligently with the surroundings. For example, Audi laser lighting is used here for the first time with HD Matrix LED high beams. The laser spot is identified by an X-shape shutter and is also accentuated by blue ambient lighting. The daytime running lights with the vertical segments emphasize the technical elegance of the headlights. The laser spot is activated from a speed of 70 km/h (43.5 mph) and doubles the range of the high beam.
Each HD Matrix LED high-beam unit consists of 32 small, individually controlled light-emitting diodes that project the light in two lines. This new configuration ensures that the A8 provides even more dynamic and precise illumination together with the variable-control low-beam headlights. The light cone blanks out exclusively other road users, so as not to dazzle them. The high-precision control for the HD Matrix LED high beam is based on data supplied by the front camera.
Cornering light is produced by displacing the light's focal point. It uses the navigation data to shine into a bend just before the steering is turned. The junction light equally comes on predictively just before a junction is reached. The segmented turning light also comes on dynamically in three stages up to a maximum angle of 90°. With all its functions complete with dynamic turn signals, each HD Matrix LED headlight incorporates 138 LEDs and one high-performance laser diode. The innovative automatic lighting prevents incorrect operation and is controlled from a new light switch module with proximity sensors and touchscreen surface.
Together with the high-end headlights, Audi supplies OLED rear lights that emit extremely smooth light. There are four ultra-flat OLEDs floating in each module, sub-divided into four individually controlled segments. Two on each side form the angular tail lights, and the other two act as the brake lights.
Below the OLEDs there is also an LED light strip that adapts to ambient brightness when the brakes are applied. The same goes for the dynamic turn signal lights positioned directly below them. There are 135 light-emitting diodes in operation in each rear light.
The lights give the new A8 exceptional presence at the very first glance. This is substantially down to the animated dynamic lighting functions. They present the luxury sedan in a unique manner when it is unlocked with the remote control key. First a point of light in the headlights runs from the outside inwards, then the blue LED on the laser spot lights up, and finally the side lights come on from the inside outwards.
Two loops with the same dynamic aesthetics run in parallel in the OLED rear lights: The light runs in a circle, initially dimmed and then at full brightness. The light presentation continues inside when the door is opened. This is accompanied by a short audio jingle. When the driver locks and leaves the new A8, the light presentation in the headlights and rear lights runs in the opposite sequence.
Comprehensive spatial experience: the interior design
A new dialog between technology and aesthetics - the interior of the Audi A8 presents a comprehensive spatial experience. The architecture blends seamlessly with the new operating concept, which has virtually eliminated buttons and controls. The clean, expansive surfaces convey the relaxed atmosphere of a luxury lounge. Tranquility and reduction are fundamental aesthetic values in the brand's new flagship model.
Inside the large sedan, the lines flow elegantly and create clear, horizontally oriented volumes. They accentuate the freedom that the new A8 offers its passengers. The applications in the sculptural instrument panel are available in a choice of wood veneer or piano finish and create the wrap-around - the large arc running across the door trims and into the rear. This zone accommodates the air vents, which are concealed by shutters when inactive. If the automatic air conditioning is set directly to the interior, the shutters are slid up and away electrically while the air vents extend out a few centimeters.
In the lower section of the instrument panel, the central 10.1-inch touchscreen display with black panel technology blends almost invisibly into the high-gloss black trim. Depending on the equipment, it is in slate gray with a technical structure or in dark, matt-brushed aluminum. On the center tunnel console, which continues the black-panel look, there is a second touchscreen display measuring 8.6 inches. The buttons on its bottom edge optionally blend in with the display look to present a continuous touchscreen surface. They provide the user with tactile and acoustic feedback as from a conventional switch. The same applies to the light switches and the controls on the air vents.
As an option, two LED light guides each on the center tunnel, instrument panel and in the doors create a fitting lighting atmosphere in the interior. They create contour and ambient lighting with separate brightness and color control as an elegant way of accentuating the design lines. On the A8 L, the backs of the comfort customized contour front seats also incorporate a contour light strip. The newly developed Matrix LED reading lights each with seven LEDs provide optimum illumination. The passenger can precisely control the brightness, size and focus of the light cone with the rear seat remote control.
Natural and authentic: colors and materials
The interior of the new A8 is notable for its authentic materials. Some of the real wood inlays are open-pored and feel natural to the touch. For its leathers, Audi fundamentally steers clear of chrome tanning - its top-quality unique pieces are natural materials tanned with plant-based products, can breathe actively and are hand-crafted. The comfort head restraints are enveloped in soft, velvety Cocoon leather, a new upholstery of the highest grade. The harmony of the materials and their naturalness create a new, contemporary impression of luxury. They radiate craftsmanship down to the finest detail, giving them bespoke character; the same applies to the perforation in the seat upholstery.
There are eight material and color schemes in the new A8, culminating in Audi design selection. For the upholstery, the choices are Verdi cloth and the leather grades Valetta, Valcona and Unicum. These can be supplied in the new colors pearl beige, metropolis gray and merino gray, for example. On selected equipment items, contrasting stitching adds an extra highlight. In addition, depending on version the instrument panel comes in a two-color design. There are various veneers, ranging from beech and eucalyptus to burr walnut and black piano finish. Finally, those wishing to enhance their A8 to their personal taste will find an extensive selection of other exclusive veneers, colors, materials and leather upholstery and trim in the Audi exclusive program.
Even more efficient: engines with MHEV technology
At its market introduction in Europe, the new Audi A8 will start out with two extensively reengineered V6 turbo engines, a 3.0 TDI with 210 kW (286 hp) and a 3.0 TFSI with 250 kW (340 hp). The two V8 versions will follow: The 4.0 TDI develops 320 kW (435 hp), and the 4.0 TFSI has a power output of 338 kW (460 hp). Also appearing later on is the W12 for the A8 L, developing 430 kW (585 hp). All engines offer supreme refinement, ample performance and high efficiency. The new mild hybrid technology (MHEV, mild hybrid electric vehicle) drives down fuel consumption even further - by as much as 0.7 liters (0.3 US gal) of fuel per 100 kilometers (62.1 mi) in real driving conditions. Particulate filters for the gasoline engines will follow in 2018.
Audi's MHEV technology is based on a newly developed 48-volt primary electrical system - it supplies the 12-volt system that now becomes an electrical subsystem. The 48-volt system is fed by a belt alternator starter (BAS) connected to the engine's crankshaft by the belt drive. A lithium-ion battery positioned safely beneath the luggage compartment floor serves as the storage unit.
The new drive combines efficiency with comfort in a very special way: Thanks to the higher voltage, the new A8 can coast along silently in a speed range from 55 through 160 km/h (34.2 through 99.4 mph). The automobile then proceeds with zero emissions for up to 40 seconds with the engine off altogether. As soon as the driver steps on the gas again, the belt alternator starter prompts a swift but soft restart. In addition, start/stop operation is actually active from 22 km/h (13.7 mph). When the brakes are applied, the BAS can recover up to 12 kW of power, again helping to reduce fuel consumption.
Power and spontaneity: the 3.0 TDI and 3.0 TFSI
Both V6 engines are high-tech units. The 3.0 TDI develops 210 kW (286 hp) from a displacement of 2,995 cm³. Many areas have been extensively reengineered, such as its very sophisticated thermal management. With 600 Nm (442.5 lb-ft) of torque across a rev range from 1,250 to 3,250 rpm, it develops hefty traction. The 3.0 TFSI with a displacement of 2,967 cm³ develops 250 kW (340 hp) and likewise achieves its peak of 500 Nm (368.8 lb-ft) extremely low down the rev range, between 1,370 and 4,500 rpm. Its exhaust end lies inside the 90° vee, so the short gas paths and the twin scroll charger promote responsiveness. Its combustion principle makes the V6 gasoline engine especially efficient. To support it, the Audi valvelift system (AVS) adjusts the intake valve opening times and stroke in two stages based on demand.
Performance and culture: the 4.0 TDI and 4.0 TFSI
Even more performance is on tap with the two four-liter, eight-cylinder engines that are to follow in 2018 - the 4.0 TDI with 320 kW (435 hp) and the 4.0 TFSI with 338 kW (460 hp). They share fundamental technical principles, such as biturbo technology and the Audi valvelift system (AVS). When the gasoline engine is being driven with restraint, the AVS deactivates cylinders 2 3, 5 and 8 by closing their intake and exhaust valves. This reduces fuel consumption and promotes efficiency. On the diesel, AVS operates one exhaust valve in each cylinder. It therefore manages the two turbochargers, which - unlike on the TFSI - are switched sequentially. For better filling of the combustion chambers, there is likewise an intake AVS on the TDI.
Under load, the 4.0 TFSI develops a characteristically sporty sound that is completely free from interfering frequencies. On the V8 gasoline engine, the e-tron and the W12, Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) eradicates these. The system sends specific anti-noise to the sound system's loudspeakers. In addition, the V8, W12 and 3.0 TDI are fitted with active engine mounts that inhibit the transmission of vibrations to the vehicle body. They, too, generate out-of-phase counterimpulses - their effect is particularly marked when idling.
Exclusive top engine: the W12
The W12 will follow in 2018 in the new Audi A8 L as the supreme, highly refined top engine version. With its two twin scroll turbochargers, it develops 430 kW (585 hp) from a displacement of 5,950 cm3. Its 800 Nm (590.0 lb-ft) of torque is available constantly between 1,300 and 5,000 rpm. Like the 4.0 TFSI, the twelve-cylinder engine features COD (cylinder on demand) technology. At low loads and engine speeds, it shuts down the left-hand cylinder bank to trim fuel consumption.
Comfort and stability: the power transmission
All engines in the A8 deliver their power to a newly developed eight-speed tiptronic. Not only does it change gear swiftly and smoothly; it also operates highly efficiently. An rpm-adaptive torsion damper (RTD) with a centrifugal force pendulum compensates for undesirable vibrations in the engine. This permits efficient driving from an engine speed range as low as 1,000 revolutions per minute.
The improved tiptronic is now for the first time equipped with an electric oil pump - it is activated whenever the large sedan is coasting with the engine off. As soon as the new A8 is coasting and its engine is either deactivated or idling, a clutch in the central transmission is disengaged to interrupt the power flow. For a faster buildup of pulling power, especially after coasting with the engine deactivated, the engineers in partnership with ZF optimized the engagement logic applied in the gearshift process.
The transmission control in the new A8 can for the first time recognize stop & go situations. It now modifies the driving strategy with the emphasis on comfort; for example, it avoids unnecessary gearshifts or starting in second gear. The driver can let the automatic transmission do the work automatically in the E, D and S modes, or can take charge of controlling it in M mode. Selector lever commands are all transmitted electrically.
quattro permanent all-wheel drive is standard in the new Audi flagship model. In normal driving conditions, its self-locking center differential distributes torque between the front and rear axle in a 40:60 ratio. If slip occurs at one axle, it directs up to 70 percent of the drive torque to the front and up to 85 percent to the rear. Handling benefits from wheel-selective torque control whenever a committed driving style is adopted. The intelligent software function brakes the two wheels on the inside of a bend slightly before they can begin to spin.
Customers can also choose the optional sport differential in conjunction with the two V6 and V8 engines as well as the W12. When cornering dynamically, this redistributes the torque between the rear wheels as required - enhancing traction, stability and dynamics. The driver can view a display of the percentage drive torque per wheel in the MMI of the new A8. Compared with the previous model, the sport differential is around one kilogram (2.2 lb) lighter and offers even faster, higher-precision control. Its management uses the latest generation of the electronic suspension platform (ESP) and is incorporated into the Audi drive select handling system. This allows the driver to experience a range of chassis settings in one and the same car. The operating principle of the participating systems can be set using the comfort, auto, dynamic, efficiency and individual modes.
In 2018, a particulate measuring sensor will also be introduced for specific markets. It determines the level of particulates in the ambient air and compares this reading with the air inside the A8. Filter efficiency is displayed on the on-board monitor - an important service especially for customers in urban areas.
The standard air quality sensor also detects harmful gases and activates recirculated air mode as necessary. The filter in the four-zone automatic air conditioning eliminates the bulk of these gases and particulates, and also neutralizes many allergens.
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