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Volvo V70 R-Design and flex-fuel police car

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Volvo has revealed the latest addition to its sporty R-Design line-up with the introduction of the all-new V70 R-Design wagon. Set to go on sale in Europe in August, the regular V70 estate has been spruced up with a specially tuned lowered sports chassis and a distinctive bodykit.

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Preview: 2012 BMW 3-series crossover (V3)

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BMW is currently developing two new models based on its next-gen 3 and 5-series sedans that will take the luxury brand into new territory. The new models are best described as MPV-wagons, but unlike the current Touring models the new cars will feature a tall ride-height and high roof profile to maximize interior […]

Suzuki SX4t Crossover Concept

Suzuki has a reputation for building some of the best sports bikes in the business but when it comes to cars the Japanese manufacturer’s performance lineup is in serious need of an image boost. That’s why Suzuki has been rolling out a number of new performance-oriented concept vehicles, and once again it’s the […]

Update: Mercedes GLK could get RHD variant

Update: Early on in its development, the Mercedes GLK crossover was believed to be pegged as a left-hand drive only model thanks to its basis on the LHD-only 4-Matic platform, which it also shares with the C-Class. However, a senior engineer speaking recently with CAR disabused the world of that notion - for the most […]

2009 Honda Pilot takes flight

( Crossovers and Honda )

We were treated to a preview of the next-generation Honda Pilot at this year’s Detroit auto show, and now that the official production variant has been released, we see how accurate a preview it was. Honda’s newest mid-size crossover SUV focuses on building its already strong reputation for efficiency, comfort and quality while […]

Ford expected to sell 100,000 Flex crossovers annually

( Crossovers and Ford )

Since the unveiling of the Flex crossover concept nearly a year ago and the subsequent reveal of the production model just one month later, Ford has been relatively quiet on production details about the new model. Speaking at a press event held in Las Vegas, Ford has finally revealed its new Flex crossover will go […]

U.S. to account for half of BMW X6 sales

( Crossovers and BMW )

BMW has confirmed that its upcoming X6 crossover has been designed with the U.S. market primarily in mind, with official forecasts predicting up to half of the car’s annual production volume will be sold in the world’s biggest market. After the U.S., the next biggest markets for the X6 are Germany and the […]

No final decision made on Lincoln MKT

( Crossovers and Ford )

Lincoln surprised show goers at last January’s NAIAS with the unveiling of the new MKT concept vehicle, which officials claimed was a preview of a new flagship for Ford’s premium division. The MKT is based around Ford’s Flex crossover but despite most of the engineering work being complete there’s still some doubt as […]

More Land Rover LRX concept cars planned for Geneva

Land Rover first rolled out the LRX Concept at last month’s Detroit Auto Show but that sole white car on display was never going to be the last we heard or saw of the carmaker’s new compact crossover. Set to be on display at this week’s Geneva event is two new versions of […]

Europeans get more powerful Infiniti EX37

Marking the launch of the Infiniti brand in Western Europe, officials have added a new exlcusive model to the lineup in the form of the EX37 compact crossover. Joining the G37 coupe and sedans, the new EX37 sports Nissan’s updated 3.7L V6 engine with 305hp and 350Nm on tap, 8hp more than the U.S.-spec EX35.

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Volvo XC60 crossover official details

( Crossovers and Volvo )

Wagons and crossovers accounted for almost half of Volvo’s sales in the U.S. last year, so it comes as little surprise the carmaker will be adding even more of these models to its lineup in the near future. With its all-new XC60 crossover set to make its debut in Geneva next month, Volvo […]

Updated: More info on Volvo’s XC60 crossover

( Crossovers and SUVs and Volvo )

Wagons and crossovers accounted for almost half of Volvo’s sales in the U.S. last year, so it comes as little surprise the carmaker will be adding even more of these models to its lineup in the near future. With the all-new XC60 crossover set to make its debut in Geneva next month Volvo […]

Ford Kuga Crossover breaks cover

( Crossovers and Ford )

Along with the reveal of the new Fiesta hatch, Ford also took the wraps off its new Europe-only Kuga crossover ahead of the car’s world debut at next month’s Geneva Motor Show. Based on the original iosis X Concept from the 2006 Paris Motor Show and near-production Kuga Concept from last year’s Frankfurt […]

Toyota Urban Cruiser headed for Geneva

( Crossovers and Toyota )

The compact SUV-crossover market is set to see a stiff increase competition with news today that Toyota will be showcasing a new crossover at next month’s Geneva Motor Show. The new model is called the Urban Cruiser and it will be positioned below the current RAV4 SUV as a B-segment vehicle and will go on […]

Official: Renault’s new Koleos crossover

Renault has finally revealed the production version of its first ever 4×4 crossover after initially presenting the vehicle in concept form at the 2006 Paris Motor Show. The new model will carry the Koleos name, which was first used on the concept, and will arrive in European showrooms in June of this year […]

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