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Back at the New York Auto Show, Cadillac unveiled an all-new twin-turbo 4.2L V8 that produces 550 horsepower and 627 pound-feet of torque. This engine was destined for upcoming CT6 V-Sport. But with the CT6 lineup destined to go away in the near future, what will happen to the new V8. Roadshow has learned from a source that Cadillac will be using this engine in the next-generation Escalade and CTS-V (don't you mean CT5-V?!). Let's begin with the next-generation Escalade. The current model uses a 6.2L V8 engine that makes 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque. We know that Cadillac was planning to offer a slightly detuned version of the 4.2L V8 on the regular CT6, producing somewhere in the range of 500 horsepower. Whether Cadillac decides to go with this or push power down a bit further remains to be seen. Now to the CTS-V, or CT5-V. This is where we begin to question the source. We know that Cadillac will be retiring the CTS and ATS in the next couple of years for the upcoming CT5. Why the source said, "next-generation CTS-V sedan" has us scratching our heads. Maybe the source misspoke or GM is thinking about continuing forward the CTS-V nameplate. We're likely putting too much thought into this. Nevertheless, we would expect Cadillac to bump up horsepower to 600 or so to keep up with the likes of the Germans. Source: Roadshow -
Back at the New York Auto Show, Cadillac unveiled an all-new twin-turbo 4.2L V8 that produces 550 horsepower and 627 pound-feet of torque. This engine was destined for upcoming CT6 V-Sport. But with the CT6 lineup destined to go away in the near future, what will happen to the new V8. Roadshow has learned from a source that Cadillac will be using this engine in the next-generation Escalade and CTS-V (don't you mean CT5-V?!). Let's begin with the next-generation Escalade. The current model uses a 6.2L V8 engine that makes 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque. We know that Cadillac was planning to offer a slightly detuned version of the 4.2L V8 on the regular CT6, producing somewhere in the range of 500 horsepower. Whether Cadillac decides to go with this or push power down a bit further remains to be seen. Now to the CTS-V, or CT5-V. This is where we begin to question the source. We know that Cadillac will be retiring the CTS and ATS in the next couple of years for the upcoming CT5. Why the source said, "next-generation CTS-V sedan" has us scratching our heads. Maybe the source misspoke or GM is thinking about continuing forward the CTS-V nameplate. We're likely putting too much thought into this. Nevertheless, we would expect Cadillac to bump up horsepower to 600 or so to keep up with the likes of the Germans. Source: Roadshow View full article
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After 20 years since it departed, the 8-Series is making a comeback to the BMW lineup. The design is more dramatic than the 6-Series coupe with a long front end, "double-bubble" roof contouring, and interesting shape for the trunk lid. Inside, the center stack is oriented to the driver to have controls within easy reach. A 10.3-inch digital instrument panel, and a 12.3-inch infotainment system comes standard. A set of M sport seats are upholstered in Merino leather. At launch, BMW will only offer the M850i xDrive for the U.S. It packs a brand new turbocharged 4.4L V8 producing 523 horsepower and 553 pound-feet of torque. An eight-speed automatic routes power to all four wheels. BMW quotes a 0-60 mph time of 3.6 seconds and a top speed limited to 155 mph. Expect other powertrains to be announced at a later date. For the suspension, BMW utilizes a double-wishbone setup up front and a five-link axle in the rear to make the coupe feel more agile. A set of adaptive dampers can adjust the overall firmness automatically. The M850i xDrive will also come with a rear-axle steering system that turns the rear wheels up to 2.5-degrees to reduce turning radius at lower speeds, while improving cornering at higher speeds. The 2019 M850i xDrive arrives at BMW dealers this fall. Exterior Design and Aerodynamics The 8 Series Coupe draws from BMW's new design language with a low-slung silhouette, slim window pillars, and a long wheelbase. The signature kidney grille features a hexagonal outline that widens at the bottom, and the standard Full LED headlights with BMW LaserLight technology are the slimmest on any BMW to date. At the rear, slender L-shaped LED taillights extend into the flanks, and twin trapezoidal exhaust tips complete the look. An almost fully covered underbody, active air flap control, and Air Curtains help reduce aerodynamic drag. An optional carbon-fiber roof lowers the center of gravity for sharper handling. Powertrain and Transmission The M850i xDrive debuts a completely revised 4.4-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo V8 with twin-scroll turbochargers, High Precision Injection at up to 5,076 psi, and VALVETRONIC variable valve control. Output is 523 horsepower between 5,500 and 6,000 rpm and 553 lb-ft of torque from 1,800 to 4,600 rpm. A flap-controlled sport exhaust delivers a distinct V8 soundtrack that intensifies in SPORT+ mode. The latest eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission features a wider gear ratio spread and sharper shift response, with intelligent networking that uses navigation data to anticipate downshifts before intersections and avoid unnecessary shifts between successive corners. Chassis and All-Wheel Drive BMW xDrive sends power to all four wheels with a rear-biased setup, decoupling the front axle entirely when all-wheel drive is not needed. An electronically controlled rear differential lock improves traction out of corners. The standard Integral Active Steering turns the rear wheels up to 2.5 degrees, steering opposite to the front wheels below 45 mph for agility and matching them above that speed for high-speed stability. Adaptive M suspension with electronically controlled dampers is standard, and optional active roll stabilization uses electric swivel motors on the anti-roll bars for flat cornering and improved straight-line comfort. Interior Technology and Driver Assistance The BMW Live Cockpit Professional pairs a 12.3-inch instrument cluster with a 10.25-inch Control Display running BMW Operating System 7.0. The standard Head-Up Display shows speed, navigation, and engine rpm in SPORT mode. Audio options range from an 11-speaker standard system up to a 1,375-watt Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System with 16 speakers. Glass crystal controls adorn the gear selector, iDrive controller, and start button, with an illuminated "8" visible through the shifter. The BMW Digital Key uses NFC to lock, unlock, and start the car from a smartphone, shareable with up to five people. The optional Driving Assistant Professional adds Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, lane keeping with active side collision protection, and a Reversing Assistant that retraces up to 55 yards of the car's last forward path. For the complete technical specifications, see the full BMW press release. Related Coverage The 8 Series had been the subject of speculation dating back to 2015, with reports that BMW greenlit the project for a 2018 reveal as part of a broader plan to reposition the 6 Series as a Porsche 911 competitor. Shortly after the coupe's debut, BMW followed up with the 2019 8 Series Convertible at the LA Auto Show. Source: BMW View full article
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After 20 years since it departed, the 8-Series is making a comeback to the BMW lineup. The design is more dramatic than the 6-Series coupe with a long front end, "double-bubble" roof contouring, and interesting shape for the trunk lid. Inside, the center stack is oriented to the driver to have controls within easy reach. A 10.3-inch digital instrument panel, and a 12.3-inch infotainment system comes standard. A set of M sport seats are upholstered in Merino leather. At launch, BMW will only offer the M850i xDrive for the U.S. It packs a brand new turbocharged 4.4L V8 producing 523 horsepower and 553 pound-feet of torque. An eight-speed automatic routes power to all four wheels. BMW quotes a 0-60 mph time of 3.6 seconds and a top speed limited to 155 mph. Expect other powertrains to be announced at a later date. For the suspension, BMW utilizes a double-wishbone setup up front and a five-link axle in the rear to make the coupe feel more agile. A set of adaptive dampers can adjust the overall firmness automatically. The M850i xDrive will also come with a rear-axle steering system that turns the rear wheels up to 2.5-degrees to reduce turning radius at lower speeds, while improving cornering at higher speeds. The 2019 M850i xDrive arrives at BMW dealers this fall. Exterior Design and Aerodynamics The 8 Series Coupe draws from BMW's new design language with a low-slung silhouette, slim window pillars, and a long wheelbase. The signature kidney grille features a hexagonal outline that widens at the bottom, and the standard Full LED headlights with BMW LaserLight technology are the slimmest on any BMW to date. At the rear, slender L-shaped LED taillights extend into the flanks, and twin trapezoidal exhaust tips complete the look. An almost fully covered underbody, active air flap control, and Air Curtains help reduce aerodynamic drag. An optional carbon-fiber roof lowers the center of gravity for sharper handling. Powertrain and Transmission The M850i xDrive debuts a completely revised 4.4-liter BMW TwinPower Turbo V8 with twin-scroll turbochargers, High Precision Injection at up to 5,076 psi, and VALVETRONIC variable valve control. Output is 523 horsepower between 5,500 and 6,000 rpm and 553 lb-ft of torque from 1,800 to 4,600 rpm. A flap-controlled sport exhaust delivers a distinct V8 soundtrack that intensifies in SPORT+ mode. The latest eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission features a wider gear ratio spread and sharper shift response, with intelligent networking that uses navigation data to anticipate downshifts before intersections and avoid unnecessary shifts between successive corners. Chassis and All-Wheel Drive BMW xDrive sends power to all four wheels with a rear-biased setup, decoupling the front axle entirely when all-wheel drive is not needed. An electronically controlled rear differential lock improves traction out of corners. The standard Integral Active Steering turns the rear wheels up to 2.5 degrees, steering opposite to the front wheels below 45 mph for agility and matching them above that speed for high-speed stability. Adaptive M suspension with electronically controlled dampers is standard, and optional active roll stabilization uses electric swivel motors on the anti-roll bars for flat cornering and improved straight-line comfort. Interior Technology and Driver Assistance The BMW Live Cockpit Professional pairs a 12.3-inch instrument cluster with a 10.25-inch Control Display running BMW Operating System 7.0. The standard Head-Up Display shows speed, navigation, and engine rpm in SPORT mode. Audio options range from an 11-speaker standard system up to a 1,375-watt Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System with 16 speakers. Glass crystal controls adorn the gear selector, iDrive controller, and start button, with an illuminated "8" visible through the shifter. The BMW Digital Key uses NFC to lock, unlock, and start the car from a smartphone, shareable with up to five people. The optional Driving Assistant Professional adds Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go, lane keeping with active side collision protection, and a Reversing Assistant that retraces up to 55 yards of the car's last forward path. For the complete technical specifications, see the full BMW press release. Related Coverage The 8 Series had been the subject of speculation dating back to 2015, with reports that BMW greenlit the project for a 2018 reveal as part of a broader plan to reposition the 6 Series as a Porsche 911 competitor. Shortly after the coupe's debut, BMW followed up with the 2019 8 Series Convertible at the LA Auto Show. Source: BMW -
Porsche has been tasked with developing a new V8 engine for the Volkswagen group and the first fruits of the program have been announced at the Vienna Motor Symposium this week. Car and Driver reports Porsche unveiled a new twin-turbo V8 engine that will be used in the next-generation Panamera and Cayenne. Loosely based on Audi's new turbocharged 3.0L V6, the V8 engine produces 550 horsepower and 568 pound-feet of torque. Compared to the current 4.8L V8, the new V8 can consume 30 percent less fuel thanks to a cylinder-deactivation system. Porsche says the V8 engine has been designed to accept stop-start systems and hybrid systems. The V8 is expected to be used in vehicles underpinned by either Audi's MLB (front-wheel drive) or Porsche's MSB (rear-wheel drive) platforms. Source: Car and Driver, Vienna Motor Symposium View full article
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Porsche has been tasked with developing a new V8 engine for the Volkswagen group and the first fruits of the program have been announced at the Vienna Motor Symposium this week. Car and Driver reports Porsche unveiled a new twin-turbo V8 engine that will be used in the next-generation Panamera and Cayenne. Loosely based on Audi's new turbocharged 3.0L V6, the V8 engine produces 550 horsepower and 568 pound-feet of torque. Compared to the current 4.8L V8, the new V8 can consume 30 percent less fuel thanks to a cylinder-deactivation system. Porsche says the V8 engine has been designed to accept stop-start systems and hybrid systems. The V8 is expected to be used in vehicles underpinned by either Audi's MLB (front-wheel drive) or Porsche's MSB (rear-wheel drive) platforms. Source: Car and Driver, Vienna Motor Symposium
