Kia Forte Koup (2010)

Kia Forte Koup (2010) has been debuted by Kia Motors America at New York International Auto Show. The new 2010 Kia Forte Koup has been previewed in a concept form at the same spot in 2008.

Kia Forte Koup may outputs 156 hp and 144 pound-feet of torque to the front wheels, as it’s powered by a 2.0-liter DOHC four-cylinder engine which coupled with a 5-speed manual transmission or a electronically controlled 4-speed automatic gearbox.

However, Kia also announced that the 2010 Kia Forte Koup will also be available with a 2.4-liter inline four-cylinder engine developing 173 horsepower and 168 pound-feet of torque.

Kia Forte Koup also comes equipped with multi-port electronic fuel injection and Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVVT).

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Nissan 370Z Roadster (2010)

Nissan 370Z Roadster (2010) has made its world debut at the New York Auto Show. Powered by the same 3.7-litre DOHC V6 engine, the 2010 Nissan 370Z Roadster may outputs 332 hp at 7,000 rpm and 270 lb-ft of torque at 5,200 rpm.

Nissan 370Z Roadster’s engine can be coupled with either a 6-speed manual gearbox or a 7-speed automatic which is available with SynchroRev Match.

Nissan 370Z Roadster (2010) features a glass rear window with an electric defroster and a soft-top roof with a fabric inner liner that requires 20 seconds to open or close. With its soft-top, Nissan 370Z Roadster may reduce the noise intrusion into the cabin.

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Rinspeed iChange

Rinspeed iChange has been unveiled by Rinspeed as the latest project which will make its world debut at the Geneva Auto Show. Comes with 1,050 kg weighs, Rinspeed iChange can transform in seconds from a one-seater sports car to a comfortable car with enough room for three passengers.

Powered by an electric motor, Rinspeed iChange may develops 150kW and reach its top speed at 220 km/h. Rinspeed iChange is able to reach 100 km/h in less than four seconds and features a six-speed pre-selector gearbox from a Subaru WRX.

Rinspeed iChange uses an electrically powered roof section that tilts forward to allow for access to change the purpose of the door. That means Rinspeed iChange comes with interesting design characteristic since it has no door attached.

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