Showing posts with label Porsche. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Porsche. Show all posts

Monday, June 10, 2013

Porsche 911 Gets Some Love with Car Porn Racing

Porsche 911 Gets Some Love with Car Porn Racing
Tuners in the Philippines may not be up to date on new music, and down coconuts instead of cheeseburgers. They no doubt work their tails off and can tune a Porsche as good as any.
Tuning may arguably have its earliest origins based in Japan, but it’s rare that we come across an interesting tuning project from the Philippines. In addition, most tuning stories that come across our desk do not come with video journals attached. Rauh Welt Begriff Manilla (RWB) is trying to get on the map with their project "Victoria", upgrading a Porsche 911. This tuner, that originally started from Japan and has recently expanded to the US, states that RWB emphasizes Japanese and European tuning elements.
Porsche 911 Gets Some Love with Car Porn Racing
Their Facebook page is growing a nice following for the project as well and the video log 
features an 80’s electron soundtrack that would make Herbie Hancock proud. It also demonstrates the hard work it takes, even with a break for coconuts, to get a tuning project out the door.
Porsche 911 Gets Some Love with Car Porn Racing
Porsche 911 Gets Some Love with Car Porn Racing
Porsche 911 Gets Some Love with Car Porn Racing
Watch the video here.

Friday, April 19, 2013

2013 Porsche Boxster Review - Video

2013 Porsche Boxster S
The Porsche Boxster really didn’t need a wholesale redesign. Since its introduction in 1997, Porsche has tweaked, fiddled with, and upgraded the roadster nearly every year, keeping it feeling modern and fully competitive. Even in the outgoing generation’s final two model years, it remained the benchmark for its class, winning our Best-Handling Cars under $100K competition and taking home another couple of 10Best trophies. Despite the outgoing car’s inarguable excellence, the 2013 Boxster rides on a new platform.
Known internally as the 981, this Boxster generation has grown by 1.3 inches in overall length, and its wheelbase has stretched by 2.4 inches. Torsional rigidity is up by 40 percent, and the center of gravity falls by nearly a quarter of an inch. To keep mass in check, aluminum is used more extensively than before, a magnesium instrument-panel support was adopted, and the top design is lighter. According to Porsche, the regular Boxster weighs in at 2882 pounds, or 55 fewer pounds than the previous version. The Boxster S sheds more weight—77 pounds—to come in at an estimated 2970 pounds. Maybe that new platform wasn’t such a bad idea after all.
New Bones, Familiar Hearts
A couple of things Porsche didn’t radically change were the Boxster’s flat-six engines. The base versions decrease in displacement from 2.9 liters to 2.7 due to reduced bore and stroke measurements. Still, a new intake, cylinder-head revisions, and a less-restrictive exhaust freed up 10 additional hp for a total of 265 horses at 6700 rpm, but torque falls by 7 lb-ft to 207. The men from Stuttgart claim a 0-to-60-mph time of 5.5 seconds for the base Boxster; the perhaps more impressive assertion is a 15-percent improvement in fuel economy. Boxster S models, like the ones we drove in Europe, retain their 3.4-liter flat-six engine, but intake and exhaust modifications raise the power by five to 315 hp at 6700 rpm. A variable intake adds some low-end torque and smoothes the power delivery, but peak torque remains at 266 lb-ft. Flat-foot the 3.4, and power builds without any dips or surges. We’d like a bit more torque to push us a bit harder into the seat, but we can’t complain about the engine’s joyous sound at the 7800-rpm redline or the likely conservative 4.8-second 0-to-60 claim. Although the Boxster S has been tuned to maintain a respectful distance from the latest 911—the same basic 3.4-liter makes 350 hp in the base Carrera—there still is some room to create more powerful derivatives. A redesigned Cayman coupe is on the way, for example, and we’d expect something like the Boxster spyder to reappear at some time. (A four-cylinder version may still emerge, as well.)
Another obvious line in the sand between the Boxster and 911 concerns the two cars’ manual transmissions. Boxsters get last year’s six-speed manual; the new 911 has the novel seven-speed manual transmission. In addition to keeping some parts unique to the 911, cost seems to have been the main reason for carrying over the previous six-speed. We’re not going to question the decision: The transmission is brilliant, with short throws and a satisfying mechanical feel that the $3200 seven-speed dual-clutch automatic can never replicate. However, the PDK dual-clutch seven-speed is also pretty outstanding. The latest PDK fitted to the Boxster boasts reduced shift times and fuel-efficiency improvements. Downshifts occur quickly, and there is no hesitation or delay when you demand a multigear downshift. The gearbox will happily snap off a six-to-two swap, and there’s something satisfying about that, too.
Electric Power Steering: Good, but Something Has Been Lost
We’re learning to come to terms with the electric power steering. As in the new 911, the nuanced road feel, tiny vibrations, and tactility of the previous hydraulic steering system are gone, victims of a quest for refinement. Steering feel was a major differentiator between previous Porsche sports cars and their competition, and now that the unfiltered and direct conduit between road and driver has disappeared, we miss it. The electric power steering requires less work than it did before, thanks to lighter weight. It’s faithfully accurate, but at the same time it’s less involving.
It also takes less work to exploit the chassis’s impressive grip. The track of the new platform is up to 1.6 inches wider at the front and up to 0.7 inch wider at the rear. The extra width adds a measure of stability that makes it very, very easy to drive quickly. Some of the nimbleness and compact feel of the previous generation is gone, but overall cornering stability is improved, and you feel more secure approaching what likely are higher overall limits. Some of that security might be due in part to the active transmission mounts. Like the active engine mounts available in the 911, the Boxster’s magnetorheological transmission mounts (a part of the optional Sport Chrono package) can stiffen or relax. The mounts soften to keep the powertrain isolated in less aggressive driving; get frisky, and they stiffen to ensure that transmission movement doesn’t affect dynamics. Also newly available in the Boxster is PTV, or Porsche Torque Vectoring. PTV incorporates a locking mechanical rear differential that works with individual rear brakes to help the Boxster turn into a corner. Even with the stability control fully shut off, PTV’s brake-intervention function remains active to aid turn-in and handling.
More Aggressive and Exotic Looks
A new generation naturally brings new styling, and we think the latest Boxster looks great. Nearly one inch has been pared from the front overhang, and the windshield is shorter and has been moved toward the front of the car by nearly four inches. The proportions are more aggressive and exotic than before. Large air intakes in front of the rear wheels define the sides, starting as creases in the doors. The headlights mimic those of the upcoming 918 supercar. The turn signals are pinched out of the taillights, and the resulting crease spans the entire rear of the Boxster to form the rear spoiler and house the reverse light. Other than that admittedly original flourish, the design is clean and free of excessive ornamentation. Like all Porsches, the front fenders are clearly visible from the driver’s seat. In the latest Boxster, a strong crease runs along the inside edge of the fenders, which makes them appear less rounded than those of the previous model, or even the new 911.
Interior space is excellent, and an extra inch of rearward travel has been added to the seats—a boon for tallish drivers. Like the exterior, the interior is completely new yet feels familiar. The familiarity comes from the Boxster’s joining the rest of the Porsche family in adopting a tall center console that houses the shifter and a number of secondary switches. The quality of the interior’s plastic parts is impressive and makes the optional Leather package seem unnecessary. New seats, borrowed from the 911, offer terrific lateral support and hours of comfort.
Prices start at $50,450 for the base Boxster. Adding $10,000 worth of options is an easy thing to do, at which point it might be worth considering the $61,850 Boxster S. Either way, you’ll end up with a car that strikes us as a bit of a bargain, especially when compared with the $94,650 911 cabriolet. The Boxster remains the only mid-engine sports car in its class, and we’d wager that this new version will sit right up front when it meets its peers in a future comparison test.


Thursday, April 18, 2013

Shanghai auto show preview: Crossovers, SUVs top the list of reveals: BMW X4, Mercedes-Benz GLA concepts set for Shanghai

BMW Shanghai auto show

Automakers will test China's huge appetite for crossovers and SUVs with introductions this week at the Shanghai auto show.
Acura, BMW, Citroen, Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen plan world debuts for compact crossovers, while Jeep -- which arguably started the SUV craze -- will roll out its new Cherokee.
China's crossover segment is a crucial battleground for automakers at a time when the world's largest car market's growth rate has slowed to single digits.
The German automakers appear especially eager to introduce compact crossovers in a bid to expand beyond the stretched sedans that dominate China's luxury market.
Here's a summary of announced vehicle introductions.
Acura
Honda released a sketch of an Acura concept crossover that will debut. The vehicle is meant for global sales, but more details were unavailable.
Audi
The Audi A3 compact sedan will get its public debut in Shanghai after a private showing to journalists last month in New York. The sedan is aimed at China's high-earning young urban professionals.
BMW
BMW will unveil its X4 crossover concept before the production version debuts in September at the Frankfurt auto show. The X4 is a sportier version of the X3 with a lower roofline and coupe styling. It is designed to attract younger buyers looking for more stylish vehicles and willing to pay a price premium.
Buick
Buick has scheduled a world debut for a concept car. Details were unavailable.
BYD
BYD Co. will showcase the new Sirui compact, its most expensive gasoline-powered model, priced at $24,194. The Sirui is powered by a turbocharged 1.5-liter direct-injection engine with a six-speed automatic gearbox.
Changan
Changan Automobile Co. will unveil a production compact hatchback sedan, the Zhishang XT, which will go on sale in June. The car is powered by a 1.6-liter engine.
Citroen
Citroen will unveil the Wild Rubis concept for an upscale DS-badged crossover. The automaker is targeting well-off Chinese customers with its DS line, which it launched in China in 2012 with a dedicated sales network.
Detroit Electric
The startup maker of electric cars will unveil its SP:01 electric sports car, which is based on the Lotus Elise and has a top speed of 155 mph. The car will be produced in the Detroit area starting in August.
Ford
Ford will introduce a concept, though details are unavailable. The automaker also will display the Mondeo, EcoSport, Kuga, Focus ST and Explorer, all of which have been or will be launched this year in China.
Honda
Honda released a sketch of a Honda-badged concept multipurpose vehicle that will debut. The vehicle is intended for Chinese consumers, but further details were unavailable. Honda also will show near-production versions of the Concept C, a China-market sedan, and the Concept S wagon, both shown last year at the Beijing auto show. Both go on sale this year.
Icona
Icona, an Italian design studio in Shanghai, will roll out the Vulcano, a one-off supercar built in Italy. The two-seater is powered by a 900-hp V-12 engine. Icona claims the car has a top speed of 217 mph.
Jeep
Jeep will showcase the new Cherokee SUV, which enters production late next year at Fiat's joint-venture plant with Guangzhou Automobile Group. The Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon also will have their Asian premieres.
Maserati
Maserati will debut the Ghibli, a mid-sized sedan that will compete with the Audi A6, BMW 5 series and Mercedes E class.
Mazda
Mazda will roll out its Mazda6 sedan and CX-5 small crossover for the Chinese market.
Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz will debut the GLA concept, a compact crossover based on the same front-wheel-drive platform as the A- and B-class cars. Mercedes also will introduce a face-lifted E-class sedan with a long wheelbase, a key model built only in China.
Nissan
Nissan is showcasing the Friend-Me concept, which features a center console that gives all four occupants online access. More details were unavailable. Nissan also will display its redesigned Teana flagship sedan, which debuted in February in Guangzhou.
Porsche
Porsche will debut its Panamera sedan with a plug-in hybrid powertrain, alongside a long-wheelbase Panamera for the Chinese market.
Qoros
The Chinese-Israeli automaker will roll out two concepts, a wagon and a hybrid-powered crossover version of the Qoros 3 Sedan, which debuted in Geneva.
Skoda
Skoda plans the global premieres of its newly face-lifted Superb hatchback and Superb Combi. The models will have redesigned front and rear ends, wider grilles and LED daytime running lights.
Suzuki
Suzuki will unveil the Authentics, a compact sedan concept with a long wheelbase and a low roofline. The car has a strong character line that Suzuki likens to a wind-cutting image.
Toyota
Toyota will display an electric sedan concept under the new Ranz brand, which will be built and marketed by Toyota's joint venture with China FAW Group. The car, built on the platform of the Toyota Corolla EX, was developed by the partnership's technical center in Tianjin.
Volkswagen
Volkswagen will unveil a four-door crossover concept based on its new MQB architecture. VW released no details of the vehicle, saying only that the concept's design will be close to that of the production version.

Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Car Culture exhibit at Lentos museum will bend your mind

It was modern art and motorcars on display in the Car Culture exhibit at the LENTOS Kunstmuseum in Linz, Austria. We say "was" because we missed the exhibit, which was last year, but we've been tipped to a video of some of its offerings, and we wish we had gone.

The image above is two Porsche Cayennes in wood in the midst of a head-on collision – and it gets far more modern artsy from there, such as with the Volkswagen Beetle with the upside down tortoise shell glued to its roof. The exhibit also showed off the pedal-powered aluminum foil Porsche 911 and the similarly poweredFahrradi Farfalla FXX. There are videos below of selections from the piece and the world premiere of the Farhrradi, enjoy.
Follow the below given links to watch the video:

Tuesday, April 9, 2013

Top 5 Hamann Tuned Motors

Top 5 Hamann Tuned Motors

German tuner Hamann has been in the business since 1986. Here are five of its best aftermarket packages in recent years.
With over 20 years of motorsport experience, owner Richard Hamann eastarted out tuning BMWs under the name Hamann Motorsport. That was back in 1986, and since then the company’s portfolio has expanded to include the likes of the McLaren 12C and Mercedes SLS AMG. Richard Hamann died two years ago, but his legacy lives on with a constant stream of aftermarket packages being released that range from the sublime to the ridiculous. The following five represent a cross-section of what the company can deliver.Hamann’s "Mirr6r" package for the BMW M6 was one of the more head-turning examples on display at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show. The M6's aggressive new facade is equally as eye-catching as the chrome finish, with the new carbon-fiber aero package adding wider wings that extend the width of the M6 by 40 mm, plus a rear spoiler, air intakes, side skirts and a built-in rear diffuser housing a pair of dual stainless-steel tailpipes. Rounding out the exterior mods is a set of 21-inch forged alloys. Alcantara has been used throughout the cabin, which also gets aluminum pedals, while illuminated chrome trim pieces are among a host of optional interior accessories.Top 5 Hamann Tuned Motors
If you can stand to look at the car for longer than two seconds, you’ll notice the new Range Rover-based Mystere that Hamann also brought to the Geneva Motor Show (as a bit of a laugh) comes with a special body kit made up of custom-made front fenders, bumpers and sills that widen the car by a full 80 mm. A lowered suspension has also dropped the ride by 40 mm and it comes with a choice of 23-inch alloys, so not only does it look frightening, but the ride and handling are also bound to be far worse than a stock Range Rover. That said, buyers in the ilk of Justin Bieber and Nicki Minaj will be falling all over themselves to get behind the wheel of the Mystere ASAP... fuschia chrome and all.Top 5 Hamann Tuned MotorsTop 5 Hamann Tuned Motors
The tuning specialist's remit for the MP4-12C was to reduce the concave surfaces, implement essential F1 features, adapt GT3 elements both aesthetically and functionally, and create a relief with exciting light shade contrasts. The result is a complete remake of the supercar, thanks to a large front splitter, upper and side wheel-arch vents, ground-effect door sills, an extended rear diffuser with large rear wing, a triple exhaust and two different wheel sets. The interior was modified without detailing to what degree. No performance upgrades to the supercar's 3.8-liter V8 was made, with its 592 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque deemed sufficient.Top 5 Hamann Tuned MotorsTop 5 Hamann Tuned Motors
Hamann's Cyrano tuning kit for the Porsche Panamera begins with recalibrating the ECU of the 4.8-liter turbocharged V8, increasing output from 500 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque to 580 hp and 605 lb-ft, enabling the super sedan to sprint to 62 in four seconds flat and hit a top speed of 197 mph. Handling was improved by fitting a new 30mm lowered air suspension and 22-inch Unique Forged gunmetal alloys. A custom body kit - consisting of larger air intakes, a carbon fiber hood, 60mm wider fenders, new side skirts, a rear diffuser and a GT rear wing - is complemented by a set of daytime running lights integrated into the air intakes.Top 5 Hamann Tuned MotorsTop 5 Hamann Tuned Motors

Based on the Roadster variant of the SLS AMG, Hamann’s Hawk package includes aero components made up of a front apron with new LED lights, enlarged air inlets, a checkered-flag carbon-fiber hood with air vents, side skirts, and a rear bumper fascia with diffuser and carbon-fiber wing. A high-performance stainless-steel exhaust with four massive end pipes, combined with a sports air filter and remapped ECU, help the 6.3-liter V8 engine to produce 628 hp and 502 lb-ft of torque. In race start mode, the two-seater can now accelerate from 0-62 mph in 3.6 seconds on way to a top speed of 199 mph. Handling is enhanced via 21-inch Unique Forged Anodized light alloys and a 30 mm lowered suspension.Top 5 Hamann Tuned MotorsTop 5 Hamann Tuned Motors

Sunday, April 7, 2013

Red Dragon Cayenne by TopCar

Red Dragon Cayenne by TopCar
The latest in a long line of Cayennes by the Russian tuner comes with hints of red.
The Russian tuning house with a penchant for Porsches seems to be working through a rainbow of colors for its range of tricked-out Cayennes. So after releasing models coated in baby blue, lemon yellow (accented with lime) and, most recently, green, it was time to roll out a red one. Dubbed the Red Dragon, the Porsche Cayenne is part of the Vantage 2 range, and comes with red exterior accents and dragon stitching on the seats.The exterior features red-trimmed alloys, a host of red body panels, as well as a carbon-fiber and carbon-kevlar body kit consisting of front fender extensions, a front spoiler bumper, revised side skirts, rear spoiler and a new hood. At the back the diffuser sports LED brake light strips and fender wings, while the cabin has been reworked in quilted leather and carbon-fiber trim.Red Dragon Cayenne by TopCarRed Dragon Cayenne by TopCarRed Dragon Cayenne by TopCarRed Dragon Cayenne by TopCarRed Dragon Cayenne by TopCarRed Dragon Cayenne by TopCarRed Dragon Cayenne by TopCarRed Dragon Cayenne by TopCarRed Dragon Cayenne by TopCar

2014 Porsche Panamera Gets Gorgeous Photo Gallery

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Bowler EXR S

2013 Bowler EXR S wallpaper image

Rally cars for the modified for the road are some of the most exciting cars ever made, like theLancia Stratos, Audi Quattro and the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution all of which have followed that sideways gravel path to glory on the road.
The Bowler EXR S is one of these very special vehicles. A road-biased handling package, safety features, and a finished interior are the key additions that separate it from the pure Motorsport EXR.
The spec sheet for the road-going EXR S variant is to die for. Researching the details of its construction, it’s as though the Derbyshire-based Bowler team simply doesn’t compromise. Every bolt and brace is simply the best and strongest possible, period. Better ingredients. Better pizza. Or something to that effect.
Click past the jump for the full review, details on ordering a Bowler, and high-resolution images of the exquisite interior and rolling roll-cage chassis.

Exterior

The exterior of the EXR S is all racecar, sans the sponsor stickers. Bowler leverages the extensive Range Rover parts bin for the car’s key exterior features. The result is a slinky, Range Stormer-stomping animal.
The nose and tail share the Range Rover Sport’s blocky graphics, including the bi-xenon self-leveling lights, grille shape and overall square-jaw looks.
The off-the-shelf components bookend a mad body profile with giant man-eating fenders and extensive cooling ductwork. The swage line stays horizontal through the A-pillar, before arcing upward around the rear wheel arch. The Bilstein and Eibach double wishbone suspension is visible front and rear and leaves no doubt about the promised 11.2-inches of wheel travel.

Interior

The interior of the EXR S makes big progress over the inhospitable rally trucks. The Bowler seats two passengers in body-hugging racing seats and provides three-point seat belts for ease of use. Six-point harnesses and rally intercoms are optional.
Visible structural metal is painted the same color as the body and includes substantial thick-plate reinforcements across the entire floor, firewall and transmission tunnel area. The standard roll cage is FIA-approved and constructed from hydroformed steel about twice the normal roll-bar thickness. The twin A-pillar tubes are evidence of the EXR S’s rigidity and strength. For those that like to push the envelope a little more, an even more extreme cage is optional. After all, not all jumps have smooth landings – airbags are not included for exactly this reason.
A dashboard from Land Rover’s Defender blends nicely with bespoke aluminum plates and carbon-fiber elements to create a polished appearance. The EXR S includes a number of comfort and safety features as standard:
  • Six-speed automatic with paddle shifters, low-range gear and electronic parking brake
  • Keyless ignition with remote central locking
  • Dual climate control, heated mirrors and heated front/rear screens
  • Twin 12V sockets, map and courtesy lamps
  • Lightweight Pioneer head unit (Bluetooth, iPhone-compatible) with six-speaker Pioneer stereo
The carbon door cards reinforce the sense of racing authenticity, as do the polycarbonate side windows with sliding hatches. The rear cargo area is huge (est. 30-cubic-feet) but not flat.

Drivetrain

The Bowler EXR S is powered by a supercharged and remapped 5.0-liter V-8 from the RRS that produces 550 horsepower and an estimated 700 pound-feet of torque. The twin air intake system is finished in chrome and adds real purpose to the near-OEM-quality engine compartment. A Bowler-branded induction cover fills some of the void between the deeply mounted engine and the front end.
The snorting V-8 is shoved well back from the front axle for a low, front mid-mounted position and ideal weight distribution. The EXR S keeps the racecar’s locking center and rear differentials but tweaks the torque split from 60:40 to 50:50.
All of this power and technology delivers a 0-to-60 mph sprint of 4.2-seconds and a top speed electronically limited to 155 mph.
The EXR S is very light compared with its Range rover cousin, as its curb weight is 3,815 pounds, compared to the 2012 Range Rover Sport’s 5,800-pound curb weight.
2013 Bowler EXR S - Manufacturer’s Performance Claims
Peak Power550 Horsepower
Peak Torque700 Pound-Feet Est
0-To-60-Mph4.2 Seconds
Top Speed155-Mph, Limited

Suspension and Brakes

Giant six-piston Brembo brakes clamp the 14.2-inch front discs, while four-piston Brembos bring up the rear. The standard suspension features progressive Eibach springs over Bowler-specific Bilstein dampers, but the optional Donerre competition dampers with remote reservoirs are visible in the rolling chassis images.

Driving Impressions

Darling of Top Gear and Fifth Gear, the Bowler promises all drivers a giant childlike grin and some lifetime memories. The smile is not instant, as the Bowler is a true exotic and as such is pretty frightening at first. The idea of driving something so fast across open terrain only amplifies the fear.
Once acclimated to the giant power and relatively squishy suspension, the nerves fade. The EXR S is described by Bowler as having a more “reactive” type of handling to fit its intended purpose. This means the car is always in a semi-defensive position and tries to be ready for unexpected blows, which helps inspire confidence. Drivers rapidly learn that car’s progressive suspension is soft at the top of its travel but firm underneath.

Pricing

The Bowler fairy tale gets more complicated at this part. The Bowler EXR S is priced at $236,000 in its home UK market, where it is also road-legal and emissions compliant. The EXR S is available for custom orders across the globe, where Bowler sells the car on a recreational vehicle basis.
“I’d be delighted to sell a Bowler in the U.S. - either an EXR for competition use, or an EXR S for off highway recreational use.” - Jon Chester, Bowler Brand Director
This means the car is legal to drive on any private land or roads, like off-road parks and the thousands of OHV (off highway vehicle) trails across the U.S.
The lack of U.S. federal highways blessing shouldn’t put off potential customers. Many collectors know that former racecars or non-imported exotics are totally street-able, with a little help. Generally, license-plate issuers (State DMVs) have far fewer requirements once you already own the vehicle.
All Bowlers have exceptional resale value due to limited supply.

Competition

The primary competition for this car is the Local Motors Rally Fighter, the Porsche Cayenne Turbo, Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG, and the Ford F-150 SVT Raptor.
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The Rally Fighter shares the spirit of the Bowler and is also special-order-only. A skilled expert mechanic will be able to handle routine maintenance for both vehicles, although spare parts will be an eye-watering experience. The Rally Fighter also seats two and is powered by a racing small-block V-8. It is less proven mechanically as well as at high speed.
The Porsche Cayenne Turbo gets close to the 0-to-60-mph time of the EXR S and trumps it with a 160-plus top speed. As a volume production car, it can be purchased from a dealer lot, seats five and offers passive safety features like airbags and a warranty.
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The G63 and Bowler have similar pricing and rip-snorting V-8 engines. The AMG quad side-exhaust wins for show quality over the twin side exhausts from the Bowler. The G63 provides more comfort and five big seats but is much more vulnerable off-road.
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The Raptor can do something the G63 and Cayenne wouldn’t dare: follow the EXR S through some challenging terrain. The Raptor includes a similarly giant wheel-and-tire package, long-travel Fox Racing suspension and a 6.2-liter V-8 engine with 411 horsepower. It also seats five and is easier and much cheaper to buy than the EXR S. The Raptor’s sluggish 0-to-60-mph time means that he might be able to follow the EXR S – but only as a support vehicle.
If you’re feeling really squirrely, you can pay an extra $17,995 for the Shelby Raptor package and push the Raptor to 575 horsepower.

Conclusion

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The EXR S never gets bogged down in the mud, and potential buyers shouldn’t either.
For those demanding the best in every aspect of their pampered lives, the Bowler will fit right in. Despite the cushy ride, few passengers and no drivers will forget this is an extreme and highly specialized machine.
The buyers for this SUV could simply make a track out of the back forty acres of their rural ranch. Soon they might need another to keep the EXR S humble when doing laps.

- Huge power and acceleration
- Robust racing mechanicals
- Unbeatable off-road

- Only two seats
- Special-order status
- Polycarbonate windows don’t roll down