2011 new york auto show: 2011 Jeep Wrangler Mojave

Just in time for the 2011 New York Auto Show, Jeep has decided to release a special edition of the Wrangler.Dubbed the Mojave, the special edition basically adds on Jeep's body-colored hardtop and fender flares in tan, white, or black onto the standard Wrangler Sport.The automaker then adds the side steps from the Sahara model, as well as lizard decals on the hood and rearmost pillar. The wheels have been borrowed from the Wrangler Rubicon trim too.

  The Mojave is powered by the same 202-horsepower, 3.8-liter V6 that's available in both four-speed automatic and six-speed manual transmissions.Inside, the interior receives dark saddle leather, embroidered lizards on the front seats, and tread-patterned rubber floor mats that round off the cabin.We can expect to see the Mojave edition roll into showrooms starting June with an MSRP of $29,945.

2011 new york auto show: 2012 Fiat 500c

Fiat has just unveiled the drop-top version of their famed 500 subcompact at this year's New York Auto Show.The 2012 500c is different than other convertibles, specifically the Mini convertible.Instead of the absence of B and C pillars, the 500c features a power-operated dual-layer panoramic folding soft top that leaves the frame arches in place. In other words, from a side view, it's hard to tell whether or not it's the open roof version.

 

This design also prevents the roof from being in the way of rear passengers and has little to no interference in cargo space.The top can be lowered at speeds up to 60 mph and has the ability to be partially closes where it would act as a sunroof instead.The 500c also has a slightly taller windshield than the hard top version, as it's meant to improve visibility.Out back, the rear seats can still fold down to allow up to 23.4 cubic feet of space.

Power will come from Fiat's Multiair 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine with 101 hp and 98 lb-ft of torque and is mated to either a five-speed manual or a six-speed automatic.Sales are set to begin later this spring.