Fifth generation BMW of 7-th series debuts in the market with three variants of engines. On the test in Dresden we have tested the version with motor V8 in volume 4,4 л with a double turbo-supercharging and direct injection of gasoline. Uniqueness of this power unit (it, by the way, it is established and on sports crossover BMW X6) - in a combination of improbable elasticity and power. The maximal value of the twisting moment of 600 Nanometers this motor develops in a range 1750-4500 rev/min, and 407 “horses” easily and easy carry away the heavy car on rendezvous with space. On good road speed on BMW 7-th series is not felt absolutely! But fine roughnesses of a road cloth “seven” digests not too willingly. Completely to exclude unpleasant “tremor”, for example, on a stone blocks the adaptive shock-absorbers, capable to be arranged under features of a road cloth do not help a back pneumatic suspension bracket (on BMW 750Li and BMW 740Li it is established serially). In my opinion, as the engineers responsible for suspension bracket BMW of 7-th series tried, to achieve ideal balance between controllability and comfort to all of them it was not possible - sports notes in character of “seven” noticeably prevail of sybaritical spirit and impressive, peculiar to representation sedans of a premium-class. It is surprising, as this heavy car passes turns! Transfer of all technical decisions opening a secret of unique stability of the car, will borrow not one page. I wish to stop on an option for the first time presented in a segment of representation sedans. System Integral Active Steering not only is capable additional turn forward wheels, but also rejects back on a corner up to 3. On low speeds back wheels turn in opposite to turn of forward wheels the party that allows to reduce diameter of a turn to 70 sm in comparison with standard the chassis of “seven”. In fast turns back wheels turn in the same direction, as lobbies. In bends of any curvature at all you do not feel the sizes and weights of “seven” - full illusion was created, that in turns I operated not a representation sedan, and a brisk and easy compartment! The Additional effect from use of back operated wheels will be felt also by passengers on a back sofa of “seven” - fast evolution and turns occur smoothly, the car does not ransack at the rate. But as soon as the machine appears on a straight line, the sensation of solidity and reliability at once comes back. Unique nuance: aerodynamic noise on “autobahn” speeds have seemed to me excessive for a sedan of a similar class. New “seven” BMW, I think, will not cause the surprised sights and does not shock with design of the ex-terrier and an interior - the car looks how should look modern BMW. However, having got used to new shape of the Bavarian leader, we still should realize a space level of its technical perfection.

Characteristics BMW 750Li
Dimensions, mm	5212х1902х1478
Base, mm	3210
Diameter of a turn, m	12,7
road clearance, mm	144
The equipped weight, kg	2055
Volume of a luggage carrier, л	500
Type of the engine	Petrol V8 with two turbochargers
Working volume, cube. Sm	4395
Max Capacity, H.p./rev/min	407/5500-6400
Max The moment, Nanometer/rev/min	600/1750-4500
Transmission	Automatic 6-band
Drive	Back
Max Speed, km/h	250
Time of dispersal of 0-100 km/h, with	5,2
The charge of fuel (average), L/100 km	11,4
Volume of a tank, L	82

The test of a compartment passed in Austrian mountains and lengthways the rain has allowed though somehow to estimate advantages of a full drive. At passage of turns and start from a place electronic systems and a full drive stabilize movement of the car. For dispersal from a place up to 100 km/h of a compartment it is required only 5,4 with, and its maximal speed is limited on a mark of 250 km/h. The wet foliage and loam of soil road have allowed to estimate an innovation - two-disk socket interaxal differential. Owing to it the twisting moment is distributed between axes and moves on all four wheels. As before, all-wheel drive cars Mercedes are equipped with system of electronic stabilization ESP. A signal that the car is under its control, highlight on the panel of devices when the situation is close to critical. An electronic control system of traction effort 4ETS apply the brake any of revolving wheels, raising that draft on those wheels, at which good coupling with road.
The behaviour of the car on a straight line reminds weeds business- jet in the cloudless sky. The pneumosuspension bracket levels all roughnesses of road under weight in two-ton large cumbersome object. The slightest contact of a pedal of an accelerator turns around the powerful acceleration which is not corresponding in any way with hardly audible sound of the engine.
Mercedes CL provides comfort by means of tens kgs of service electronics. Here and the liquid crystal instrument panel, and active cruise-control with own radar, and even infra-red system of night vision. And seats are supplied by uncountable adjustments, ventilation and massage.
If earlier rear wheel drive compartment MB was in constant war of the twisting moment with monitoring systems of draft and course stability for today all is subordinated total realization of all systems and a full drive. With the unique purpose - maintenance of a high level of comfort in any road conditions. In a word, a synergy in the name of the person.

Some characteristics Mercedes-Benz G 500 (data of the manufacturer)
Dimensions, mm	5065х1871х1418
Base, mm	2955
The equipped weight, kg	2045
Type of the engine	V8
Working volume, cube. Sm	5461
Max Capacity, h.p./rev/min	388/6000
Max The moment, Nanometer/rev/min	530/2800-4800
Drive	Constant full
Transmission	Automatic 7-band
Max Speed, km/h	250
Time of dispersal of 0-100 km, with	5,4
The charge of fuel (EU), L/100 km	12,1
Volume of a tank, L	90

Opel Insignia. Another and dear
Representatives of PR-service GM position Insignia not as inheritrix Vectra, and as absolutely new model with own market niche and the clients. Probably, it only a PR-course as the continuity between Vectra and Insignia is obvious, and the lion’s share of buyers will make, on calculations GM’s, former owners of a retiring leader. Anyway, GM and Opel enter let one leg, but a bonus field. And though intention to be overcome for clients Audi, BMW, Lexus and Mercedes is not declared, it is read between lines. More than it is enough bases for such bonus positioning. Here both the increased dimensions, and the improved noise isolation, both stylish design, and more dear materials of furnish. At last, there was more competitive stuffing - first of all, option a full drive, the adaptive chassis and an independent four-lever back suspension bracket. The price question, as usual, is veiled. The price of base version Insignia with the 1,6-liter 115-strong engine is declared and 6-step МКП - such car will manage in 670 thousand roubles. In informal conversations GM’s speak and about the top border of the prices in area 1 million roubles. It is necessary to wait final prices which will sound more close to the beginning of sales - to February, 2009 Anyway, at orientation Opel de facto on lux-segment of the price hardly will be democratic.

Characteristics Opel Insignia 2.0 Turbo Ecotec AT6
Dimensions, mm	4830х1856х1498
Base, mm	2737
Volume of a luggage carrier, L	500-1465
The equipped weight, kg	1428
Type of the engine	Petrol L4
Working volume, cube. Sm	1998
Max Capacity, h.p./rev/min	220/5300
Max The moment, Nanometer/rev/min	350/2000-4000
Transmission	Automatic 6-band
Drive	Full
Max Speed, km/h	250
Time of dispersal of 0-100 km/h, with	7,9
The charge of fuel (average), L/100 km	9,8
Volume of a tank, L	70

Corolla the European version it will be equipped both petrol engines, and diesel engines. However to Russia diesel engines will not be delivered. The official reason - doubts as the Russian solar oil. However informally in the Russian representation of the company have let know, that growth of sales of cars Toyota in Russia so impressive (58 % in 2006), that at them suffices cares with maintenance of demand for petrol versions. Diesel versions only will add a headache, and sales volumes substantially will not affect. There are no turns - then also time will be engaged in a variety of offers. Though, frankly speaking, it is a pity. The diesel versions tested during the test very much have liked. Though also petrol have impressed rather favourably. Petrol motors it is offered two. The engine in working volume 1,6 л new. It is equipped by system Dual VVT-i - adjustments of phases gas distribution by means of change of time and height of rise both inlet, and final valves. It does it simultaneously more powerful and more economic. The engine in volume 1,4 л a sign on Corolla the previous generation.
Both amaze the motor other-wordly dynamics, they exactly such what should be on the city car. And here controllability new Corolla has pleased. It, perhaps, and not a class above, but it is obvious above an average: the new platform with more rigid body and the redesigned suspension bracket has pleased with vivacity and accuracy of responses. Has especially impressed stability on limiting speeds for this car on highway. The electroamplifier varies a degree of the readiness to come to the aid of the driver depending on speed. It gives to process of driving an easy shade “computering”, however pleases with “punctuality”.
But that has really amazed is an acoustic comfort. In interior extraordinary silently in any modes of movement. Here has played the role both worked aerodynamics, and the improved sound insulation. Extinguishing noise and vibration materials it is literally everywhere - in a floor, in a roof, they impose” a motor compartment. In this respect new Corolla above not on one, and on some classes. In pair to the 1,4-liter engine the simple and reliable mechanical 5-step box of transfers is offered. An interesting novelty - the indicator of switching on the instrument panel. It calculates the correct moment for the next manipulation with the lever. Some factors are considered: speed, turns, position of an accelerator. However, basically, all looks simply enough: at achievement about 3500 rev/min it is lit pointer, reminding to the driver that is time to work as the left leg and the lever of transmission. This simple, apparently, the innovation allows, as representatives Toyota approve, to save a minimum of fuel of 5 %. More powerful engine besides it is possible to order with the newest updating a mechanical 5-step box of transfers MultiMode with automatic coupling and under a rudder switches. It allows to carry out switchings both in automatic, and in a manual mode.
Corolla - the world best seller in the tenth generation. Will agree, presently the rare dynasty is capable to hold on so long. Already one it puts forward model in the category unique …

Characteristics Toyota Corolla 1.4/1.6
Dimensions, mm	4540х1760х1470
The equipped weight, kg	1225/1240
Volume of a luggage carrier, L	450
Type of the engine	Petrol L4
Working volume, cube. Sm	1398/1598
Max Capacity, h.p./rev/min	97/6000/124/6000
Max The moment, Nanometer/rev/min	130/4400/157/5200
Transmission	Mechanical 5-step
Max Speed, km/h	170/195
Drive	Forward
Time of dispersal of 0-100 km, with	13,0/10,4
The charge of fuel (average), L/100 km	6,7/6,9