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Auto Gallery | SEAT Bocanegra set for Production

SEAT Bocanegra set for Production

The SEAT Bocanegra Concept was uncovered at this years Geneva Motor Show and now the Spanish manufacturer has finally confirmed this 3-door mini for production. Talented Luc Donckerwolke (SEAT design director) has stated; “When we showed the finished concept to our president Eric Schmitt, he said ‘I want one!’. And after the positive Geneva reception, there was no way we couldn’t put the Bocanegra into production”.

Photo Update (Source: SEAT via Auto Express)

Auto Gallery | Ford Mondeo Titanium X Sport

Ford Mondeo Titanium X Sport

Now available in the UK, the new Ford Mondeo Titanium X Sport comes with either a 5-cylinder 220Hp 2.5-liter turbocharged petrol- or the new 175Hp 2.2-liter TDCi diesel engine (0-100 km/h in 8.4 seconds with a top speed of 224 km/h). The Titanium X Sport is available in 5-door hatchback and estate body styles with 18-inch alloys, twin chromed exhaust tailpipes and side skirts. In the UK, the Titanium X Sport is priced from £23,355 (5 door) and £26,605 (estate).

Photo Update (Source: Ford via CarScoop)

Auto Gallery | Volkswagen Scirocco Racer

Volkswagen Scirocco Racer

Preparing for 24 Hours in the Nurburgring, Volkswagen has released a few snapshots of its VW Scirocco Racer.  The race is set to begin on May 24 and the Scirocco is ready with 300Hp provided by its 2.0-liter TFSI engine. VW Motorsport Director, Kris Nissen has stated that “, “the new Scirocco was in its element from its very first lap around the Nordschleife”.

Photo Update (Source: Volkswagen)

Auto Gallery | Fiat 500 Sportivo by Hamann

Fiat 500 Sportivo by Hamann

German BMW-tuning house Hamann has uncovered a tuning package called Sportivo for the new Fiat 500. Upgrades include a new set of 17-inch alloy rims, a lowered chassis by 30mm, new sport exhaust system and a sports breaking system.  The Sportivo is powered by a 1.4 liter petrol engine with an output of up to 90Hp by re-programming the integrated control unit. Interior updates only stretch to an embroidered Hamann logo and a set of aluminum pedals.

Photo Update (Source: Hamann via World Car Fans)

Auto Gallery | The 2009 Seat Ibiza

The 2009 Seat Ibiza

Spanish manufacturer SEAT has recently released a new image gallery of its 2009 5-door Seat Ibiza that will go on sale in Europe this summer. The 2009 Ibizia is the work of Belgian car designer Luc Donckerwolke (former head of design at Lamborghini) and later this year, Seat will also release a 3-door variant, along with the FR and Cupra versions.

Photo Update (Source: SEAT)