2012 Beijing Auto Show in Pictures - JAC Rein II (S2) SUV

JAC Rein II (S2) SUV - JAC showcases 13 new cars and 4 powertrains at Auto China 2012 in Beijing. The Rein II, previously known as BSUV or SII, attracts most attention on JAC’s stand in the W2 Hall of China International Exhibition Center (New Venue). Sharing platform with the J5 ("Heyue"), Rein II has a 2640mm wheelbase and is 4430mm long, 1840mm wide, and 1660mm tall. Its exterior design is said to be inspired by Hyundai ix35.

The showcased Rein II features a turbo-charged 2.0 liter (HFC4GA31D) that can deliver up to 120kW of power at 5200rpm and 235Nm of torque at 2000-4000rpm. Matched with it is a 6-speed dual clutch transmission (DCT). An 1.9CTI diesel engine and 6-speed manual transmission will also be provided.

Market launch is expected in late 2012 or early 2013.

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2012 Beijing Auto Show in Pics - ZXAUTO Crossover

ZXAUTO Crossover - According to Zhongxing Auto (ZXAUTO), its all-new crossover, "Dushi Fangzhou" (which literally means "Urban Ark") was inspired by Toyota’s "urban cruiser," although many see it an imitator of Kia Soul. Combining features of a SUV and hatchback, Dushi Fangzhou represents the SUV- and pickup-maker’s first attempt at the mainstream passenger car market.

Sitting on a 2500mm wheelbase, the crossover is 4142mm long, 1761mm wide, and 1640mm high. It has a ground clearance of 180mm. The powertrain features a Mitsubishi 1.5 liter (77kw/6000rpm and 141Nm/4500rpm) and a 5-speed manual gearbox. On market launch scheduled in the fourth quarter of 2012, only 2WD models will be available, selling for 70,000 – 90,000 Yuan. 4WD ones are said to come later.

Dushi Fangzhou will be produced in Zhongxing’s new factory in Yichang, Hubei. The automaker targets to sell 25,000 units of it in the first year.

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2012 Detroit Auto Show: Revealed! 2013 Dodge Dart Ahead of Detroit

2012 Detroit Auto Show: As the doors of the COBO Center are about to open, the excitement emanating from Detroit can be felt throughout the industry. This city is the birthplace of countless American automotive greats, so it's only befitting that the rejuvenated (and financially healthy) Chrysler Group is taking full advantage of the event.Coming off the success of last year's "Imported from Detroit" Superbowl theme, the automaker will officially unveil their latest assault on the extremely important C-segment: the 2013 Dodge Dart.

 

And without much surprise, photos and a video have just been leaked only a couple of days before its official unveiling. Revealed here in R/T trim, the new Dart's chassis comes courtesy of the Alfa Romeo Giulietta, although the former has a longer and wider architecture with a large percentage being constructed of high-strength steel.

Power will come from a range of engines, including the new Tigershark lineup of small displacement engines, such as a 2.0-liter four-banger, a 1.4-liter MultiAir turbo, and a 2.4-liter MultiAir.Judging by these photos, it's clear that Dodge invested huge amounts of time and money into the Dart and it looks really solid, both inside and out. We'll have complete details in the coming days from Detroit.

  

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