SUV

An SUV, also called a crossover or light off-roader, is the fashionable segment when it comes to automobiles. From the English Sport Utility Vehicle, it refers to a sport vehicle designed with a unibody chassis and a ground clearance somewhat higher than a traditional car, but with the same characteristics, generally front-wheel drive, that offers comfort on asphalt while also having adventurous capabilities on dirt roads.


BMW X1 M Sport Package, with a more sporty design
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BMW X1 M Sport Package, with a more sporty design

Escrito por: Daniel Valdivielso
5 June 2015
2 min.

Just a couple of days ago, BMW announced the arrival of the second generation of the X1, its smallest and most compact crossover. For this new generation, BMW has opted for a change of strategy, resulting in a more versatile and urban vehicle. However, it has not forgotten the sporty touch, offering a comprehensive M Sport Package.

Hyundai Creta, the Korean brand names its most compact SUV
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Hyundai Creta, the Korean brand names its most compact SUV

Escrito por: Guillermo Arnal
3 June 2015
2 min.

Just like with the Tucson, the manufacturer has opted for another place name to designate its own competitor in the segment B “crossovers” class. It will first launch in India during the second half of this year, but it has not yet specified when it will unveil it in the West.

BMW X1 2016: with front-wheel drive and three-cylinder engines
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BMW X1 2016: with front-wheel drive and three-cylinder engines

Escrito por: Aarón Pérez
3 June 2015
3 min.

Just before its official unveiling, the first images of the BMW X1 2016 were leaked online. We now know its new look and all the details about its equipment, engines and trim levels. The novelty will include front-wheel drive as standard.

El Renault Kadjar inicia su comercialización en España
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El Renault Kadjar inicia su comercialización en España

Escrito por: Guillermo Arnal
2 June 2015
2 min.

El SUV de la marca francesa se comercializa con tres motores: uno de gasolina, el TCe de 130 CV, y dos diésel dCi de 110 y 130 CV. De esta pareja, el primero se ofrece con cambio automático EDC y el segundo con tracción en las cuatro ruedas. La configuración más económica cuesta 19.850 euros.

The Jeep Wrangler Sahara receives some touch-ups from Project Khan
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The Jeep Wrangler Sahara receives some touch-ups from Project Khan

Escrito por: Aarón Pérez
1 June 2015
1 min.

Project Kahn brings its magic to the Jeep Wrangler Sahara. The British tuner specialising in Range Rover crosses the pond and modifies this Wrangler with an exclusive exterior colour, new wheels and a refined leather interior that adds a note of good taste to the ‘made in USA’ 4×4.

El Mitsubishi Montero 2016 estrenará conexión con móviles Android y iPhone
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El Mitsubishi Montero 2016 estrenará conexión con móviles Android y iPhone

Escrito por: Guillermo Arnal
1 June 2015
2 min.

La próxima versión del SUV, que se lanzará en Europa este verano, contará con el nuevo sistema Smartphone Link Display Audio compatible con Android Auto y Apple CarPlay. Permitirá utilizar ciertas aplicaciones de “smartphones” a través de una pantalla táctil o enviando órdenes con la voz.

SsangYong estudia crear un rival del Wrangler para facilitar su acceso a EE. UU.
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SsangYong estudia crear un rival del Wrangler para facilitar su acceso a EE. UU.

Escrito por: Guillermo Arnal
29 May 2015
2 min.

La marca coreana considera un vehículo similar al prototipo XAV que mostró en abril en el Salón de Seúl como un mejor recurso para atraer a los estadounidenses. La intención es que este SUV, de estilo más campero y rudo, comparta plataforma y propulsores con el Tivoli, también listo para América.

The Volkswagen Tiguan is updated with new diesel engines and an infotainment system
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The Volkswagen Tiguan is updated with new diesel engines and an infotainment system

Escrito por: Victor Alós Yus
28 May 2015
2 min.

Although the next generation of the Volkswagen Tiguan will be presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show, which takes place next September, the German brand has prepared several changes to the current model to make it more attractive before the end of its life cycle and keep it appealing to potential buyers

The new Volvo XC90 undergoes its first recall
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The new Volvo XC90 undergoes its first recall

Escrito por: Guillermo Arnal
28 May 2015
2 min.

The Swedish brand is recalling two hundred units of the second generation, none of them in Spain, due to the potential risk that the side airbags of the front seats may not deploy. Those that have not yet been delivered will be analysed and the supplier’s quality control will be improved.

El catálogo del nuevo Toyota Land Cruiser 200 se cuela en YouTube
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El catálogo del nuevo Toyota Land Cruiser 200 se cuela en YouTube

Escrito por: Guillermo Arnal
27 May 2015
2 min.

La variante más grande del SUV también sufrirá una serie de cambios este año, la mayoría concentrados en su frontal. Estrenará ópticas delanteras con ledes diurnos distribuidos de otra forma, una parrilla más destacada y un paragolpes rediseñado. También cambiarán las aletas, el capó o las llantas.