The Audi S4 is powered by a newly-revamped three-liter TFSI V-6 direct-injection engine -- plus an exhaust turbo-charger. The engine has a power output of 260 kW -- and even at a relatively low 1370 RPM, can hit a maximum torque of 500 Nm.

The 3rd generation of the Honda Jazz has added about ten cm, adding to one of its main selling points, the spacious interior for both passengers and baggage. Its 1.3-liter gasoline-powered engine puts out 75 kW.

An attempt to broaden Porsche's appeal, the first Panamera raised some eyebrows when it debuted in 2009. Unveiled in Berlin in June, the Panamera II proves that sportiness and comfort can come in the same package

The first Panamera was debuted at the Auto Shanghai in 2009. An attempt to broaden Porsche's appeal, it met with widespread skepticism. But those critics have taken a backseat, because seven years on, the second generation was unveiled in Berlin in late June. It's proof that sportiness and comfort can come in the same package

The Audi S-4 is powered by a newly-revamped three-liter TFSI V-6 direct-injection engine -- plus an exhaust turbo-charger. The engine has a power output of 260 kW -- and even at a relatively low 1370 RPM, can hit a maximum torque of 500 Newton-meters. The S-4 can go from zero to 100 km per hour in just 4.7 seconds -- and uses an average of 7.3 quarts of fuel per 100 kilometers.

The latest version of the Honda Jazz is longer and roomier than previous models -- and comes equipped with a 1.3-litre gasoline-powered engine. The Jazz can go from zero to 100 km per hour in just over eleven seconds - and reach a top speed of 190 km per hour. And as far as fuel efficiency is concerned, the Jazz gets 100 km on five liters of gas.

Our car tester describes this Jeep Renegade as a "pizza-burger": totally American on the outside and old-world Italian inside - not the Ferrari or Lamborghini-kind of Italian, but like its close relative, the Fiat 500X. We test-drove the two-liter, 125-kilowatt diesel. Jeeps rates the maximum speed at 196 kilometers per hour.

Summertime is time for classic and vintage car lovers every to bring out their darlings. The Oldtimerclub Rhein-Erft is no exception. Together, they cover half a century of automotive history. One highlight is Manfred Büschel's 54-year-old Rolls Royce Silver Cloud 3.The eclectic gathering includes rarities and exotic vehicles: a Mercedes 190 SL is one of only seven painted lime green. And a tiny Goggomobil showed up in original condition.

Drive it tested the new Opel Astra’s ergonomic seats, which have been commended by experts on back and spine health. A new massage function in the seat relaxes the driver's back muscles.

VW has been selling the Polo for more than 40 years. For 5 generations, the little car has moved with the times. Today, its 1.4-liter engine is as powerful as a 1-9-liter engine in 2009.