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BMW has revealed its limited-edition M Sport packages for Australia. Based on the entry-level xDrive 30d diesel, the Limited Edition – priced from $99,900 driveaway – adds more than $15,000 worth of equipment while reducing the on-road price.

The BMW X5 M Sport Limited Edition adds the M Sport exterior body kit, 20” M double spoke Alloy wheels, M leather steering wheel with gearshift paddles and chrome tail pipe finisher from the M Sport range.

Inside, the limited-edition X5 M Sport diesel adds Navigation Professional, voice control, a rear-view camera with top view, electric seat adjustment, automatic tailgate, anti-dazzle exterior mirrors and bi-Xenon headlights with washers and High Beam Assist.

The complete kit is based on the entry-level X5 xDrive30d which comes with a 3.0-litre TwinPower turbo-diesel engine producing 180kW of power and 540Nm of torque. As previously tested, the powertrain is capable of 0-100km/h in 7.5 seconds.




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BMW X5 xDrive 30d – $92,100
BMW 5 Series – from $77,900
BMW Z4 – from $76,900

BMW 1 Series Coupe – $48,000
BMW 1 Series Convertible – $53,800

BMW 3 Series Coupe – $70,100
BMW 3 Series Convertible – $83,100

Rolls-Royce has introduced the new Ghost special edition, called the Firnas Motif.

The first is inspired by the investor Abbas Ibn Firnas, while original visionary was Khadim Al Helli of Abu Dhabi Motors. It is painted in white and blue color and inside follows the same philosophy of white lined with blue stitching and wood trim.

Like the standard model, the Ghost Firnas Motif is powered by a turbocharged 6.6-liter V12 engine that develops 563 bhp (420 kW) and 780 Nm (575 lb-ft) of torque. It is connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission which enables the model to accelerate from 0-60 mph in 4.7 seconds (0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds) and hit an electronically-limited top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).

The unique Ghost has a two-tone exterior with a flight motif on the coachline, while inside the cabin, the Firnas Logo appears on the headrests, sill plates and dashboard. There's also a personalized tread plate with the wings design and personalised message: "Firnas motif - one of five".

Neiman Marcus has released their annual Christmas Book will feature a special edition McLaren 12C Spider and the model will cost 354,000 USD.

The 12C Spider has a twin-turbocharged V8 making 616 hp, a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, and rear-wheel drive. The sprint to 60 mph takes 3.2 seconds, while terminal velocity is 204 mph. The non-Neiman Spider costs $260,750.

The special edition will be provided with a 3.8-liter twin-turbo V8 engine that delivers 616 HP at 7500 rpm and 442 lbs-ft of torque between 3000-7000 rpm. Top speed will still come in at 204 mph.



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Neiman Marcus Presents The 86th Edition Of Its Legendary Christmas Book

The 2012 Neiman Marcus Christmas Book Features A Selection of Fantasy Gifts and Experiences, Including a Limited-Edition McLaren, His and Hers Van Cleef & Arpels Watches, and a Walk-On Role in Annie: The Musical.

Up to Nine Charities Will Benefit from the Sale of Fantasy Gifts Featured in the 2012 Christmas Book

DALLAS, Oct. 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2012 Christmas Book was unveiled today by luxury retailer Neiman Marcus in Dallas. The 86th edition of this legendary book continues Neiman Marcus's unmatched tradition of offering its customers a selection of spectacular and unique holiday gifts sure to make even their wildest dreams come true.

The arrival of the Christmas Book is considered by many to mark the official start of the holiday shopping season. This year's edition of the Christmas Book carries on the Neiman Marcus tradition of presenting a refined selection of items across a broad range of categories for everyone on your holiday shopping list. With a new collection of fantasy gifts certain to satisfy even the most indulgent appetite, the Christmas Book features exceptional and distinctive gifts and experiences, including a Heritage Hen Mini Farm, a Bulleit Woody Tailgate Trailer, a Casa Dragones Private Dinner for 10 and a Pinel & Pinel Arcade PS Trunk. This year's featured car is a 2013 Neiman Marcus Edition McLaren 12C Spider.

The "His & Hers" fantasy gift tradition continues this year with the Van Cleef & Arpels "Poetic Wish" watches and trip.

First published in 1926 as a 16-page booklet, the Neiman Marcus Christmas Book was initially intended as a Christmas card to the store's best customers. Building on tradition through the years, the book has maintained its personal touch while evolving into a legendary source for alluring and mystical gifts.

The 2012 Christmas Book features an interactive component for each of the fantasy gifts. A free NM ACTION! app can be downloaded from the iTunes app store or NeimanMarcus.com. A reader can then snap a photo of the cover or a fantasy gift page and the image will instantly come to life, uploading a video or more detailed information.

All nine of the fantasy gifts offered in the Christmas Book feature a unique charitable component. The 2012 featured charities include The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy, PEDIGREE Foundation, Pajama Program, Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County, The Watermill Center, The Bocuse d'Or USA Foundation, The Norman Mailer Center, amfARTM and Big Brothers Big Sisters.

"This year's collection of fantasy gifts is a spectacular array of more of what our valued customers have grown to love and anticipate year after year," said John Koryl, President of Neiman Marcus Direct. "Once again there is something for everyone - from the luxury watch collector, to the video game aficionado, to the secret backyard farmer - and it can all be viewed online at www.neimanmarcus.com."

Among the selection of fantasy gifts in the 2012 Christmas Book are some exceptional items, including:

"HIS & HERS" 2012
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS "POETC WISH" WATCHES & TRIP
A tale of love found and lost inspired the "Poetic Wish" watches from Van Cleef & Arpels. Mini works of art on the outside and exemplary displays of technical watchmaking behind the dial, these masterpieces are in need of their own happily ever after. The buyer lucky enough to purchase these watches will also receive two business-class tickets to Paris and Geneva to tour the Van Cleef & Arpels boutique, atelier, and watchmaking workshops. Neiman Marcus will donate $10,000 for each His & Hers 2012 gift sold to The Norman Mailer Center, which supports writers who challenge readers' perspectives on the world around them. (starting at $1,090,000; page 74)

HERITAGE HEN MINI FARM
This Versailles-inspired Le Petite Trianon house is the poshest hen house ever imagined! The custom-made multilevel dwelling features a nesting area, a "living room" for nighttime roosting, a broody room, a library filled with chicken and gardening books for visitors of the human kind, and, of course, an elegant chandelier. The environment suits your specially chosen flock well as you notice the fresh eggs awaiting morning collection and nearby, you pick fresh vegetables or herbs from your custom-built raised gardens. For every Heritage Hen Mini Farm purchase, NM will donate $3,000 to The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that protects genetic diversity through the conservation and promotion of endangered breeds.
($100,000; pages 64-65)

PINEL & PINEL ARCADE PS TRUNK
The ultimate gaming toy for the man or woman who has everything, the custom-made Pinel & Pinel Arcade PS Trunk is all you need for an evening of high-adrenaline entertainment. Encased in luxurious calfskin, this trunk furnishes you with Formula 1TM racing seats with Thrustmaster T500 RS Force Wheel, a selection of 24 PlayStation®3 games, Bluetooth® wireless music system, motion-detection camera, 2 SingStar® microphones, and much more. An evening might also begin with a little karaoke sing-off blasting through the unparalleled 1800-watt sound system. For every purchase, NM will donate $3,000 to Big Brothers Big Sisters, the nation's mentoring leader in changing children's lives for the better, forever.
($90,000; page 66)

ANNIE: THE MUSICAL WALK-ON ROLE
The lucky buyer of this exclusive gift will be taking the stage in one of theater's most beloved plays, ANNIE: The Musical, to help the adorably good-natured orphan and her canine companion teach the world that perseverance and unwavering hope can change lives. After your curtain call, you'll sit down with one of the show's producers for a celebratory five-star meal. The proceeds of this gift will be split equally between PEDIGREE Foundation, whose mission is to help dogs in need find loving homes by providing grants to shelters and dog rescues, and Pajama Program, which provides new pajamas and books to children in need, many waiting to be adopted.
($30,000; page 67)

BULLEIT WOODY TAILGATE TRAILER
Tailgating will never be the same now that your Bulleit Frontier Whiskey Woody-Tailgate Trailer is on the scene. Designed by interior designer Brad Ford, it's impressive on the outside, but what's on the inside truly astounds: sleek leather furnishings and details from Moore & Giles, rich wood finishings (handcrafted from reclaimed Bulleit Bourbon casks), elegant glassware, and a top-notch entertainment system, including a flat-screen TV, Blu-ray DiscTM player, and a state-of-the-art sound system, plus a one-year supply of Bulleit Bourbon and Bulleit Rye. Bulleit To Go, a second gift offered by Bulleit Frontier Whiskey, includes a limited-edition handcrafted flask, a bottle of Bulleit Bourbon signed by founder Tom Bulleit, and a leather-bound edition of The PDT Cocktail Book: The Complete Bartender's Guide from the Celebrated Speakeasy. Ten percent of the proceeds from the purchase of the Bulleit Woody Party Trailer or Bulleit to Go will benefit amfARTM, The Foundation for AIDS Research. (Bulleit Woody Tailgate Trailer, $150,000; page 68; Bulleit Handcrafted Flask, $1,500; information available online only)

JETLEV R200
Finally, technology has caught up with your fantasy about jetpack flight! One part sci-fi, three parts British secret service agent, and 100 percent pure adrenaline rush, your water-propelled jetpack is about to send you soaring. Your JetLev package includes jetpack, boat unit in NM Exclusive color with graphics, hose/control cable assembly, jetpack stand, 2 helmet radios, 2 FRS radios, remote throttle-control transmitter, CFI 1 Pilot Certification Training & Safety course. For every JetLev R200 sold, Neiman Marcus will donate $2,500 to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County, an organization that helps young people, especially those who need them most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.
($99,500; page 69)

"SNOWY OWL" BY ROBERT WILSON
In his Video Portraits series, artist Robert Wilson features animals and people who appear static, as if portrayed within a painting. But the viewer is caught off guard when the subject unexpectedly breathes, blinks, or shifts. This modern riff on the eighteenth-century tableaux vivant beautifully pushes the boundaries between reality and imagination. The purchase of a "Snowy Owl" benefits the Watermill Center, an interdisciplinary laboratory for performance art and a unique environment for young and emerging artists to explore new ideas. The limited edition 42"H x 24"W artist's proof is hand-numbered and -signed and available in 20 different color combinations.
($70,000; page 72)

PRIVATE DINNER FOR 10
Nine of your favorite guests will gather at your home where you'll play host to an epic culinary event! Four of the culinary world's most notable chefs-Daniel Boulud, Thomas Keller, Jerome Bocuse, and Richard Rosendale-will arrive to prepare a feast. And, they're bringing Bertha Gonzalez, the world's first female Maestra Tequilera, to kick off the evening with a Casa Dragones tequila tasting. Senora Gonzalez is even providing the party favors: personalized, engraved crystal bottles of the sipping spirit for each of the diners. This gastronomic adventure is limited to one NM customer. All proceeds will benefit the Bocuse d'Or USA Foundation, an organization dedicated to inspiring culinary excellence in young professionals.
($250,000; page 73)

THE 2013 NEIMAN MARCUS EDITION MCLAREN 12C SPIDER
Your Neiman Marcus Edition 2013 McLaren 12C Spider-one of just 12 made-is heralded as the most technologically advanced supercar ever. With a push of a button, the butterfly wing-like doors open. You hit the big silver button and the 616 horse-powered V8 twin turbo engine begins to purr behind your seat. It's all here-everything that makes a McLaren so coveted: the carbon-fiber composite chassis and Formula 1TM "brake steer, Seamless-Shift gearbox technology, and active aerodynamics. This car offers heart-pounding racecar performance. The incredible rush of hitting 60 mph in 3.2 seconds is exhilarating! The 2013 Neiman Marcus Edition McLaren 12C Spider in Volcano Red includes limited-edition features and a McLaren luggage set. Plus, you'll receive a business-class trip to England for a VIP dinner with McLaren Chairman Ron Dennis and a tour of the McLaren Technology Center (February 6-8, 2013). For each sale, NM will donate $3,000 to Big Brothers Big Sisters, the nation's mentoring leader in changing children's lives for the better, forever. Reserve your 2013 Neiman Marcus Edition McLaren 12C Spider by calling 1-888-756-0775, beginning promptly at noon EDT on October 24, 2012. ($354,000; pages 70-71)

Audi USA has released four new editions of the Audi R8 saying farewell to the current version ahead of the release of the new upgraded 2013 car. Only twenty units will be made available in V8 spec and thirty in V10 spec. They are all exclusive to the US market.

On the 2012 Audi Exclusive Selection Edition R8 V8, the company debuts a Daytona Gray matte exterior complete with carbon fiber exterior splitter and diffuser, 19-inch titanium five-arm double spoke wheels, black grille surround, black exhaust finishers, R8 GT tail lamps, and red brake calipers. Inside, the R8 V8 gets an exclusive leather package with Crimson Red trims and contrast stitching, exclusive leather Navigation surround, and a thicker contoured leather multifunctional steering wheel for a sportier grip. Power comes from a 4.2 liter FSI V8 making 430-hp.

As for the V10 model, this wears an Ibis white paint with a Brilliant Black look for the exterior mirrors, sideblade, rear license plate surround, along with 19-inch bi-color e-tron wheels and the R8 GT tail lamps. Inside there's a contoured steering wheel, leather Navigation surround, carbon fiber driver's cockpit, Ibis finishes and Alabaster White contrasting stitching. This model is equipped with a V10 5.2-liter FSI engine that generates 525 hp (391 kW / 532 PS) at 8,000 rpm and a maximum torque of 391 lb.-ft. (529 Nm) at 6,500 rpm. Both models can be fitted with either a 6-speed manual or an automatic R tronic transmission.

Both models are available with a six-speed manual transmission or an automatic R tronic transmission. Pricing for the R8 V8 manual starts at $137,700 while the R tronic-equipped model will run you $146,800. R8 V10 Exclusive Selection Edition is priced from $161,500 while the R tronic model is $170,600.



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Audi Introduces R8 Exclusive Selection Editions for 2012
Audi today announced 2012 R8 models created exclusively for the U.S. market. Building on the award-winning R8 V8 and R8 V10 Coupes, the Exclusive Selection Editions will arrive in limited volume later this month. Only twenty 2012 Exclusive Selection Edition R8 V8 vehicles and thirty 2012 Exclusive Selection Edition R8 V10 vehicles will be produced.

The 2012 Exclusive Selection Edition R8 V8 commands immediate attention with new exterior colors and stunning exclusive interior finishes. For the first time, Audi debuts a Daytona Gray matte exterior for the 2012 Exclusive Selection Edition R8 V8, complete with carbon fiber exterior splitter and diffuser, 19" titanium five-arm double spoke wheels, black grille surround, black exhaust finishers, R8 GT tail lamps, and red brake calipers. Inside, the R8 V8 features an exclusive leather package with Crimson Red elements and contrast stitching, exclusive leather Navigation surround, and a thicker contoured leather multifunctional steering wheel for a sportier grip. The 2012 Exclusive Selection Edition R8 V8 is equipped with a 4.2-liter FSI® V8 which generates 430 hp at 7,900 rpm, with 316 lb-ft of torque at 4,500 - 6,000 rpm.

Carbon Fiber elements, Bang & Olufsen® Sound System and Navigation with the Audi Music Interface also add to the 2012 Exclusive Selection Edition V8.

The 2012 Exclusive Selection Edition R8 V10 comes with a shimmering Ibis white exterior and Brilliant Black features - including the sideblade, exterior mirrors, and rear license plate surround - as well as R8 GT tail lamps and 19" bi-color e-tron wheels. Ibis finishes and Alabaster White contrast stitching, as well as a Carbon Fiber monoposto driver's cockpit, completes the interior, which also features an exclusive leather Navigation surround and contoured steering wheel. The 2012 Exclusive Selection Edition R8 V10 is equipped with a 5.2-liter FSI V10, and produces 525 hp at 8,000 rpm with 391 lb-ft of torque at 6,500 rpm.

Either version can be paired with a six-speed manual transmission or an automatic R tronic® transmission. With Audi ultra lightweight technology and Audi quattro® all-wheel drive, the R8 boasts superior speed, performance and handling.

MSRP Pricing:
2012 Exclusive Selection Edition R8 V8 manual transmission $137,700
2012 Exclusive Selection Edition R8 V8 R tronic transmission $146,800
2012 Exclusive Selection Edition R8 V10 manual transmission $161,500
2012 Exclusive Selection Edition R8 V10 R tronic transmission $170,600

Kingsway Cars Ltd. unveiled a very special Gallardo LP550-2 Hong Kong 20th Anniversary Edition to celebrate its 20th anniversary as the official Lamborghini dealer in Hong Kong. Lamborghini is also saying that only 8 units of the special edition Gallardo LP550-2 will be made and they will be sold by the official dealership of the company in Hong Kong on the local auto market.

Based on the Gallardo LP550-2, the HK 20th Anniversary Edition boasts the same outstanding features and technical specifications and white finish (Bianco Monocerus) on its exterior, with matt gold strips running from its front bonnet to the roof and the engine bonnet.

The 405kW 5.2-litre V10 engine from the standard Gallardo LP550-2 has been left alone and still powers the rear wheels for a 0-100km/h time of 3.9 seconds and a top speed of 320km/h.

Inside, the upholstery is predominantly black. The seats feature Q-citura quilted stitching on black Alcantara material, the paddle gear shifters are painted red, contrasting with the matte black gear selector panel and the HK20 logos have been applied to the headrests, gear selector and sides.

Pricing is set at around $475,000 (HK $3,680,000) – and we expect it to sell out quickly.




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Celebration of Lamborghini Hong Kong 20th Anniversary


Proudly Launched: Lamborghini HK 20th Anniversary Edition


June 28, 2012- Kingsway Cars Ltd. unveiled the "Gallardo LP550-2 Hong Kong 20th Anniversary Edition" at the Arcade, the Cyber Port to celebrate its 20 years collaboration with Automobili Lamborghini as its official dealer.


Automobili Lamborghini, the world renowned Italian supercar manufacturer, has operated through its official Hong Kong dealer Kingsway Cars since 1992. Over the past 20 years in Hong Kong, Lamborghini and Kingsway Cars have introduced a series of iconic models, from the ground-breaking Diablo in the 1990's to the Aventador, Lamborghini's newest offering. Throughout this period, the brand has also established itself as a leading player in Hong Kong, built on a solid foundation of exceptional sales and after-sales service quality.


This year, to celebrate 20 years of successful operations, Kingsway Cars is proud to present the "Gallardo LP550-2 HK 20th Anniversary Edition" a special edition model dedicated to the Hong Kong market, with only 8 units to be produced. With a design based on the Gallardo LP550-2, the HK 20th Anniversary Edition boasts the same outstanding features and technical specifications. The Gallardo LP550-2 HK 20th Anniversary Edition sports on innovative solid white finish (Bianco Monocerus) on its exterior, with matt gold strips running from its front bonnet to the roof and the engine bonnet.


Stamped with the symbolic "HK20", the front spoilers and rear bumper complement the matt black finish of the rear spoilers and side skirts to create a powerful contrast with the matt white of the side mirrors.


The predominantly black interior design features seats made with Q-citura on Alcantara, a red transmission shifter offsetting the matt black selector plate, as well as the special "HK20" logo on both headrest and side.


Price of Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Hong Kong 20th Anniversary Edition: HK$3,680,000 (incl. tax)


About Kingsway Cars


Kingsway Cars was established in Hong Kong in 1974. After an eight-year search, Lamborghini chose Kingsway cars as its official dealer in 1992 providing comprehensive presale & post sale service to all customers in Hong Kong.

Audi has releases a new package for the TT Coupe, called the S Line Competition.

The new trim model is available worldwide with all engine versions up to 208hp (211PS). Depending on the market, these include the 158hp (160PS) 1.8-liter TFSI, 208hp (211PS) 2.0-liter TFSI and the 168hp (170PS) 2.0-liter TDI diesel.

Exterior enhancements include specially designed bumpers front and rear, a distinctive gloss black rear diffuser insert and tailpipe surround, gloss black lip spoiler and radiator grille frame, and matt black radiator grille insert, licence plate frame and front fog light grille.

Inside, the modifications feature new sport seats dressed in leather, perforated Alcantara upholstery, special door sill trims, an aluminum-look trim, a flat-bottomed steering wheel, and matte brushed aluminum.

The special edition package will be available worldwide and German pricing starts at €4,300.




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Audi TT Coupé S line competition: Exclusive dynamics at an attractive price


Special edition of the Audi sports car now available
S line sport package, S line exterior package and other exclusive equipment
Package price of just €4,300 with price benefits


Audi is boosting the character of its sports car with the TT Coupé S line competition special edition. Available for all engine versions up to 155 kW (211 hp), the special edition of the Audi TT combines all the elements of the S line sport package and the S line exterior package, and adds new and exclusive features - all for an attractive package price of just €4,300.


The TT Coupé S line competition special edition makes no secret of its exclusive status. The S line exterior package includes specially designed bumpers, air inlets and side sills, S line badges, tailpipe trims and a distinctive diffuser insert. There is also a fixed rear wing like on the Audi TT RS. Xenon plus headlights with LED daytime running lights provide excellent visibility in the dark.


The paint finishes Samoa Orange, metallic, Glacier White, metallic, Daytona Gray, pearl effect and Misano Red, pearl effect are available at no extra charge. With the sporty black styling package, the radiator grille is framed in high-gloss black while the radiator grille insert, the license plate frame and the applications on the front fog light grille are matt black. Other S line competition elements in high-gloss black are the exterior mirror housings, the blade below the front bumper, the diffuser insert, the tailpipe trims and the rear wing spoiler. The imposing 19-inch wheels in a five-arm "Rotor" design are also painted black and shod with 255/35 series tires. The taut S line sport suspension lowers the chassis by 10 millimeters (0.39 mm).


The interior of the TT Coupé S line competition also offers the features of the S line sport package, including the special door sill trims, the extended aluminum-look trim, the leather package, the sport seats and the short shift travel for the manual transmissions. As in the TT RS, the rim of the leather multifunction sport steering wheel is more strongly contoured and flattened at the bottom. Piping surrounds the floor mats.


The seats come standard with perforated Alcantara upholstery in combination with black leather and silver contrast stitching. S line logos adorn the backrests. The color black dominates the interior. The inlays are made of matt brushed aluminum; with the Samoa Orange exterior finish, these are replaced by inlays with a reflex finish in the body color.


The TT Coupé S line competition special edition is now available worldwide and can be combined with additional options and trim lines. The package price of €4,300 saves customers roughly 50 percent versus the price of the options ordered separately.


This offer boosts the sports car character of the TT and complements the attractive Audi exclusive line packages already available: from the Audi exclusive line Black, which is painted exclusively in Panther Black, crystal effect, to the Audi exclusive line Ice with black and silver seat upholstery to the Audi exclusive line Color, in which the exterior colors red, blue or gray are carried over into the interior in the form of colored inlays and contrast stitching.

Renault has recently announced plans to offer a new special edition Twingo R.S. Red Bull Racing RB7.

The special edition is based on the Cup chassis, which sits 4 mm closer to the road and also uses the R.S. Monitor which shows basic telemetry data. The vehicle gets an F1-inspired front bumper blade, beefier wheel arches and a rear diffuser.

Under the hood, power comes from a 1.6-liter engine with 131 hp and 160 Nm of torque, allowing the car to average 6.5-liter per 100 km (43.4 mpg UK / 36.1 mpg US) with CO2 emissions of 150 g/km.

Inside the cabin, you get yellow stitching for the steering wheel, seats and dash cowling, plus gloss black inserts for the dashboard and audio console. Gloss black has also been used for the rev-counter housing and side air vents. This car also gets RS Monitor system which is a telemetry for studying your performance driving.

Order books open at the beginning of June 2012 (in France beginning of September).



 

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Renault Twingo R.S. Red Bull Racing RB7: a tribute to motorsport and sporty performance


After Clio R.S., a limited-edition version of Twingo R.S. - Twingo R.S. Red Bull Racing RB7 - is now also available to celebrate the 2011 Formula 1 Constructors' world title.


Twingo R.S. Red Bull Racing RB7 combines driving pleasure with genuine sporty performance: Cup chassis, black 17-inch Gana wheels, R.S. Monitor (on-board telemetry system), Renault Sport chequered-pattern roof decal,


This limited edition version is available in more than 10 markets: Germany, Austria, France, Belgium/Luxemburg, Japan, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland and Switzerland,


Order books open at the beginning of June 2012 (in France beginning of September).
"Twingo R.S. Red Bull Racing RB7 is a pocket rocket packed with performance-enhancing features developed by Renault Sport Technologies. Its great looks are the fruit of Renault Sport F1's association with Red Bull Racing," notes Olivier Tschanhenz, Twingo Renault Sport Product Manager.


A sporty model with the accent on performance


Twingo R.S. Red Bull Racing RB7 benefits from Renault Sport's extensive experience of motor racing, rallying and road cars:

• Its feisty 1.6 16V engine delivers 133 horsepower (98kW) at 6,750rpm and peak torque of 160Nm at 4,400rpm, yet its CO2 emissions and combined-cycle fuel consumption are a reasonable 150g/km and 6.5 litres/100km respectively,

• The ‘Cup' chassis, which lowers the car's ride-height by 4mm compared to the ‘Sport' chassis and enhances performance by minimising weight transfer, targets customers seeking even greater enjoyment behind the wheel. The dampers and springs have been stiffened by 10 percent to improve the control of body roll.

• The optional R.S. Monitor is a fun, practical system which takes its inspiration from the telemetry systems seen in motorsport. The data it displays assists drivers when they indulge in sporty driving.

Stunning exterior and interior looks


Twingo R.S. Red Bull Racing RB7 features the design cues of Renault Sport's other sporty models, including forceful front-end styling and a large, vertically-mounted logo set to a black background which illustrates the brand's new visual identity. The front bumper incorporates a Formula 1-style blade which takes its inspiration from Formula 1; while the sporty feel of the rear end is accentuated by the bigger wheel arches, lip spoiler and diffuser. In addition to these features which are specific to the R.S. version of Twingo, the Pearlescent Black body colour contrasts with several details picked out in Sirius Yellow (F1-style blade, door mirror housings, lip spoiler) to highlight the sporty calling of the Red Bull Racing RB7 limited-edition version. Its appeal is further enhanced by the Renault Sport chequered-pattern roof decal and door decals in the colours of the Red Bull Racing Formula 1 team.


Like Twingo R.S., the interior features yellow stitching for the steering wheel, seats and dash cowling, plus gloss black inserts for the dashboard and audio console. Gloss black has also been used for the rev-counter housing and side air vents. The new First audio system and R.S. Monitor are standard fitments.


The exclusivity of this limited edition version is reinforced by a numbered "FIA 2011 World Champion" plaque and a Renault Sport logo inlay for the gear lever knob.


Like its Clio R.S. counterpart, the limited edition Red Bull Racing RB7 version of Twingo R.S. showcases the transfer of skills that operates between Renault's expertise in Formula 1 (Renault provides power for Red Bull Racing, Lotus F1 Team, Caterham F1 Team and Williams F1 Team in the 2012 championship) and the brand's road cars. A similar limited-edition version of Mégane R.S. will also be available soon.


Twingo R.S. - background information


Since its launch in the second half of 2008, Twingo R.S. has been manufactured in Novo mesto, Slovenia, and is today marketed on three continents, namely Europe, Asia and Africa. Developed by Renault Sport Technologies, Twingo R.S. stands out as a benchmark in the hot hatch segment. Again since its launch, it has been one of Europe's three best-selling High Performance A-segment cars, with a segment share of almost 50 per cent in France. To date, more than 12,000 Twingo R.S.s have been manufactured and sold in some 20 countries. Evolutions introduced since its launch include the arrival of a new version featuring a sporty take on Renault's new visual identity in February 2012. The range was also expanded with the addition of Gordini R.S. versions in February 2010 and spring 2012 to add a chic, switched-on touch to the Twingo R.S. line-up.