If you like seven-seat people movers, you're in luck – Honda will debut a updated version of its Odyssey model at the New York Auto Show next week.

At both the press and public days, the 2014 Honda Odyssey will be on display at Honda's booth, along with the 2014 Accord Plug-In and the fully-electric Honda Fit EV.

All Odyssey models are powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine that delivers 278 bhp (207 kW) and 252 lb-ft (341 Nm) of torque - possibly with the six-speed automatic spreading to non-Touring trims.

Multi-link rear suspension that serves as the foundation for Honda's fun-to-drive EV with an EPA combined city/highway estimated driving range rating of 82 miles.

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Hyundai will unveil a revised version of its European-market ix35 crossover - will make its first public outing at the Geneva auto show.

The exterior has received a number of subtle revisions, including bi-xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights and a slightly redesigned upper grille.

We hear the ix35's interior could be in line for a more thorough update, with a quality upgrade and there are tweaks to the engines.

The engine lineup has also receive some tweaks starting with the Nu 2.0-liter GDI petrol engine is tweaked to deliver better efficiency and more power. Also, the brand's 'R' diesel engine gains new clean technology features, such as the LP-EGR (low-pressure exhaust gas recirculation).

To further improve the European-tuned ride and handling characteristics, the ix35 benefits from Hyundai's three-mode FLEX STEER driving system.

Source: Hyundai

The 2013 Citroen C3 five-door supermini receives a mid-life facelift in time ahead of its scheduled debut at the Geneva Auto Show early next month.

The Citroen C3 facelift comes with updated chevrons and bumper-mounted LED daytime running lights at the front, plus the option of a ‘Zenith’ front windscreen that runs back into the roof to improve visibility. Citroen also added Ink blue to the palate of nine body colors for the C3.

Inside, the C3 is fitted with chrome details and soft touch dash with new trim strips in matt black along with a color touch screen.

The new C3 can be had with the new-generation Pure Tech 3-cylinder petrol engines includes 67bhp 1.0- and 81bhp 1.2-liter PureTech 3-cylinder - while buyers who prefer burning diesel can choose from a wide selection of HDi four-cylinders that range from 70 to 115 hp.

After its world debut at the Geneva, the new 2013 Citroën C3 facelift will land in showrooms across Europe in April.

Source: Citroën

A batch of leaked high-resolution images have revealed the new 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class ahead of its debut at the 2013 Geneva Auto Show.

The new generation of the 2014 E-Class in line with Mercedes-Benz current design language and gives it a sleeker appearance. That interior with a center console of an Opel after the facelift is much tighter and more mature and better quality.

The revamped E-Class pictured here could be the E63 AMG model include grille is fitted with two thick slats, a new front bumper, new wheel designs, a slightly refreshed rear fascia and new exterior colors.

Unfortunately we don't have any more details on the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class but the car recently received a pair of more fuel-efficient engines.

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The 2013 Peugeot RCZ facelift will go on sale in the UK this January, with prices starting from £21,595.

Most of the updates are visual, with the most notable change being a revised front-end look; matte black roof arches; 18-inch alloys; LED running lights; a host of decal and colour pack.

As well as the more obvious changes to the exterior, the 2013 Peugeot RCZ there's a new leather/Alcantara combination trim available, dual-zone air conditioning, rear parking sensors, Bluetooth and rear parking aid.

Engine options remain unchanged with the 1.6-litre petrol four-cylinder and 2.0-litre turbo diesel offered. The update brings a £385 price increase, while GT cars will cost from £23,995, which is a rise of £435.

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Ford confirmed today that its first US model to receive the 1.0-liter three-cylinder EcoBoost engine in the North American-spec 2014 Fiesta sub-compact.

The 2014 Ford Fiesta that goes on sale next year with hoping it will be certified by the EPA as the most fuel-efficient non-hybrid car available in the United States.

“Customers are going to be pleasantly surprised at what the smallest member of the EcoBoost engine family can do,” said Joe Bakaj, Ford vice president of Powertrain Engineering.

Ford projected that the 1.0-liter engine will have a rated output 123 horsepower that generates a peak torque of 148 lb.-ft at just 1,400 rpm. Delivers a combined fuel consumption of 4.3 liters, which is equivalent to 54.7mpg US.

He continued: "Most customers are not going to be thinking about the number of cylinders under the hood when they drive the new 1.0-liter EcoBoost Fiesta. They'll notice an extremely smooth and quiet idle, terrific acceleration accompanied by a sporty sound at high revs, and – most importantly – outstanding fuel economy."



Pricing isn't yet set, but the new Ford Fiesta promises it will be a very affordable option. The US-market 2014 Ford Fiesta is scheduled to make its public debut on November 28 at the Los Angeles Auto Show or in early January at the Detroit Auto Show.

The 2013 Honda Crosstour goes on sale November 20, 2012 with a starting price of $27,230 (excluding an $825 destination charge), which is $525 lower than the 2012 model.

Standard exterior features on Honda Crosstour include chrome door handles, prominent front grille, auto-on/off projector-beam headlights, redesigned front, rear privacy glass, 17-inch alloy wheels and P225/65R-17 all-season tires.

Interior revisions include upgraded materials along with a 360-watt AM/FM 6-disc audio system with seven speakers; automatic air conditioning; a USB audio interface; an auto day/night dimming rearview mirror; Bluetooth ™ HandsFreeLink® and steering wheel-mounted cruise.

Safety the 2013 Honda Crosstour facelift safety technology includes Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®); multiple-threshold front airbags; Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS); Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure; nti-lock brakes with electronic brake distribution and brake assist; dual-stage.

The two different four-cylinder Honda Crosstour models rated at 192 horsepower, matched to a standard 5-speed automatic transmission. EPA-estimated fuel economy rating1 of 22 mpg city, 31 mpg highway, and 25 mpg combined.

Honda has equipped the top Crosstour with a re-engineered 3.5-liter V6 delivers 278 hp (207 kW) and 252 lb-ft (341 Nm). The car now achieving an EPA-estimated city/highway/combined fuel economy rating 1 of 20/29/23 mpg on Crosstour 2WD models while the AWD version, 18/28/22 mpg respectively.

The 2013 Honda Crosstour is produced 3 at the Honda of America Mfg., Inc., East Liberty Auto Plant in East Liberty, Ohio.

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The German aftermarket specialists from JMS Fahrzeugteile GmbH has come up with a subtle styling kit for the 2012 Audi A5 facelift.

It encompasses a new front bumper (299 Euro), the back a rear diffuser(only convertible and fastback) (279 Euro), a front lip spoiler and a eisenmann 4 pipe stainless steel exhaust system with 4x90x70mm tips(Euro 1797).

JMS is also offering a KW coilover suspension system for the 2013 Audi A5 Cabrio with 45mm lowering at the front and 40mm at the back (499 Euro).

As for the wheels can be replaced by these the 1-piece Oxigin 14 rims, size 9,5×20 with 255/30-20 tyres (Euro 2999).

All the parts offered by JMS for the 2012 Audi A5 facelift approved and made in Germany along with Coupe, Convertible and Sportback models.

Suzuki has updated its Jimny compact SUV for 2013 with prices remaining unchanged over the previous version.

The 2013 Suzuki Jimny has received a number of exterior, including new design bonnet shape incorporating central air intake, a new front bumper, a revised grille, a new Breeze Blue metallic exterior color and repositioning of the front fog lamps.

Inside, Suzuki has replaced the front and a new seat fabric trim has been adopted for the SZ3 along with added standard ISOFIX child seat mountings to the rear seats.

The engine powering the 2013 Suzuki Jimny is a 16-valve 1.3-litre unit, developing 85 HP (63 kW) and 81 lb-ft (110 lb-ft) of torque. It is very weak, but enables the model to average 39.8 mpg (38.7 mpg with the automatic) and CO2 output of 162g/km and (auto: 167g/km).

The car prices in the UK start at £11,995 for the base SZ3, while an SZ4 model is priced at £12,900 with manual transmission and  £13,800 with automatic transmission.

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The car's been about 18 months since Honda unveiled Civic at the 2012 New York Auto Show, and now Honda revealed today the first images of the 2013 Honda Civic facelift ahead of its first appearance at L.A.

The front of the 2013 Honda Civic gets a deeper, updated alloy wheels, a black honeycomb mesh grille, a revised hood, a new more sculpted front end fascia. While the rear gets the flowing, the chrome accent up front is mimicked at taillamp level and and fancy taillights.

"Heading into 2013 with styling and content additions, the Civic's fun-to-drive nature and core attributes of safety, spaciousness and fuel efficiency remain intact," said by Vicki Poponi, assistant vice president of product planning for American Honda.

Interior pictures were not released, but Honda says the car also gets enhanced interior design, plus more safety and convenience features.

Honda has always prided itself on delivering best-in-class products, the 2013 Civic facelift will benefit from a number of chassis tweaks and suspension have been revised for better ride comfort.

The 2013 Honda Civic officially going on sale on November 29 after Honda releases details at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show.

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The Volkswagen Phaeton Premium is an understated luxury car that's cheaper than more badged rivals and the entry-level V6 TDI variant is priced from €82,145.

The car comes with all the equipment that you'd expect to find in any over luxury car with the 18-way electric seats should ensure anybody can get comfortable.  Cutting-edge equipment includes Dynamic Light Assist, an eight-inch touchscreen sat-nav, Front Assist and a tire pressure monitoring system along with a rear view camera.

There's also a tire pressure monitoring system, an upgraded alarm and Alcantara trim which have the seal of approval from the Federal Association of German Back & Spinal Schools.

The Volkswagen Phaeton Premium comes with a 236bhp 3.0 V6 turbocharged diesel which has a 0-62mph in 8.6 seconds. The current engine returns up to 32.2mpg and has a CO2 rating of 224g/km.

Samsung Motors has sold more than 860,000 units for Samsung SM5 since it went on sale the first generation in 1998. The high-end version will wear Samsung SM5 Platinum moniker.

To try to make the 2013 Samsung SM5 facelift more attractive, the most striking is the introduction of a new bumper more immersive, a new look for the LED taillights, fog lights, contour windows, LED daytime running lights, wheel design and updated color palette with new colors.

Inside the changes are minor, but Samsung did say that quality has been improved. In the 2013 Samsung SM5 equipped an uprated multimedia syste, the vision 360 system that allows you to control all four sides of the car and a tire pressure system.

Regarding the engines, the Samsung SM5 facelift is powered by a 2.0-liter gasoline engine with 140 hp (104 kW) connected to an X-Tronic CVT with ECO function which reduces fuel consumption slightly. There are also a 2.0-liter dCi that produces 150 hp (112 kW).

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The 2013 Seat Ibiza Cupra has revealed production version will shown in production form for the first time ahead of its arrival in British showrooms in January.

The changes amounted to the new SEAT nose with Cupra badging, a new bumper, bi-xenon headlights, high gloss black door mirrors, a set of bigger air intakes, a new grill and 17in alloy wheels.

The interior of the 2013 Seat Ibiza Cupra gets a sport set of seats with optional two-color leather upholstery, SEAT Portable System which offers SatNav, Bluetooth audio connectivity and a new sports steering wheel carries the Cupra logo.

Power still comes from the a 1.4-litre turbocharged TSI gasoline engine produces 178bhp (132 kW) and 184 lb-ft (250 Nm) of torque, mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch DSG transmission and which promises a 142mph top speed. That's enough to take the three-door Ibiza from 0-62 mph in 6.9 seconds and an official fuel consumption figure of 47.9mpg (4mpg less than its predecessor).

The ride height has been lowered compared to the standard car, an optional AR Performance braking kit is offered. Seat will offer an AP Performance braking system as an option.

The 2013 Seat Ibiza Cupra goes on sale next week at £18,825.

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Today at the Indonesia International Motor Show in Jakarta , the 2013 Honda CR-Z facelift has quietly launch. The Honda CR-Z hybrid was expected to debut at the 2012 Paris Auto Show next week.

Details are limited, but the 2013 Honda CR-Z external changes include a redesigned front grille; reworked fog lamps; 17-inch alloy wheels; HID headlamps with LED daytime running lights and new rear diffuser. The customers have two choices of colors including: Premium Energetic Yellow Pearl and Premium Northern Lights Violet.

Interior changes are limited, include a new two-tone black and red fabric for the seats, a new Plus Sport system and switchable through a S+ button.

Speaking of the powertrain, the 2013 Honda CR-Z features a 1.5-liter i-VTEC engine that produce 120 PS with a peak torque 173 Nm (128 lb-ft) at 6,600 rpm for the six-speed manual. Safety kit includes VSA, active headrests, dual front airbags, EBD and brake assist, side airbags with occupant postion detection sensor, ABS and side curtain airbags.

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Toyota has official revealed the Verso MPV facelifted ahead of the car's public debut next week at the 2012 Paris Auto Show. The new 2013 Toyota Verso will be built exclusively at Toyota's manufacturing facility in Turkey.

At the front the 2013 Toyota Verso comes with a large trapezoidal grille which is set within an updated bumper; headlamps that now incorporate LED daytime running lights; grille; a new alloy wheels; the bumper has been redesigned and different colors for the tail lamp clusters.

The customers have three options available with three new paint finishes named Pearl White, Vivid Blue and Solid Blue. Inside, the 2013 Toyota Verso MPV facelift features steering wheel are clad in Nappa leather, the upper glove box is now finished in soft touch material and a 6.1 inch color display in the center console for all the trim levels.

According to the Japanese brand, the 2013 Toyota Verso offers 155 liters of luggage volume or 440 liters if the third row seats folded. Rounding out the changes is the re-tuned suspension; a reduction of interior noise levels; improved body rigidity and revised electric power steering.

The 2013 Toyota Verso includes three diesels, a 2.0-liter D-4D diesel with 175 bhp (131 kW); a 2.2-liter offered in two states of tune delivering 148Hp (150PS) and 177 PS (175bhp). There are also two petrol engines, the a 1.6-liter with 130Hp (132PS) and a 1.8-liter with 147 PS (145bhp).

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The first official images of the revamped 2013 Mazda CX-9 crossover officially revealed, that will make its public debut take place in Australia next month.

The 2013 Mazda CX-9 facelift gets a new front end that inspired by the KODO "Soul of Motion" design language that was introduced on the Mazda CX-5 crossover, Zoom-Zoom driving dynamics and a three-row interior cabin.

Mazda promises that the next-gen CX-9 will have new safety features like Lane Departure Warning; a high beam control system; Forward Obstruction Warning and a lane departure warning system.

In Australia the 2013 Mazda CX-9 will be sold exclusively a 3.2-liter V6 engine linked to a 6-speed automatic transmission, four-cylinder SkyActiv gasoline and diesel units will likely follow. Like the all-new 2014 Mazda6, feature a variety of SKYACTIV technologies gas-saving.

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The 2013 Toyota Mark X facelift has been revealed in Japan, pricing starts at $30,500 for the base 2.5L model and $53,400 for the flagship 3.5L G's version.

The 2013 Toyota Mark X shows Lexus design influences with a newly styled front end sporting different headlamps. Distinctively styled, the Toyota Mark X has a new grille with a more pronounced "X" logo in the center, LED daytime running lights, wraparound taillights and bulging fenders. The Mark X is 4,750mm long, 1,795mm wide and 1,435mm tall.

On the interior, the 2013 Toyota Mark X isn't getting a lot of standard features. The upgrades include heated front seats, a leather steering wheel, stainless steel door sill plates, carbon fiber trim, black sport seats, infotainment system, GPS navigation system and 12-speaker audio system.

The 2013 Toyota Mark X is getting a choice of two engines. The 2.5-liter V6 produces 203 PS (149 kW / 200 hp) and it has a peak torque of 243 Nm (179 lb-ft). Which is followed by a 3.5-liter V6 that produces 318 PS (234 kW / 314 hp) and 380 Nm (280 lb-ft) of torque. Both engines are connected to a six-speed automatic transmission.

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