The latest Audi R8 Spyder can be ordered now for delivery end of 2016. The £129,990 convertible of the R8 becomes open-topped in 20-seconds and uses the 530ps V10 engine and a strengthened version of the space-frame body for rigidity. Inside it will debut a new smartphone interface and Bang & Olufsen system with headrest mounted speakers. The original R8 Spyder was sold from … [Read more...]
Newcomers: Cars
Fiat and Mazda expand line ups
The new Fiat Qubo MPV is now available to order in the UK. Part of the functional family, alongside the popular Panda, versatile Doblo and all-new Tipo hatchback and station wagon, the Qubo retains its 3.96m long and 1.7m wide dimensions meaning it continues to mate the footprint of a supermini with the interior more like that of an MPV with ample room for five adults and a capacious 250-litre … [Read more...]
Newslines 5 July
Kia has refreshed and upgraded its 'little titans', the Picanto and Rio, with simplified model structures, extra equipment and new trim grades on its 5-door models. There are now three trim grades in the 5-door Picanto line-up – ‘1 Air’, ‘SE’ and ‘Sport’. ‘SE’ replaces the former ‘SR7’ and ‘2’ grades, with ‘Sport’ taking the place of the ‘3’ and ‘4’ grade. The entry-level ‘1’ model has been … [Read more...]
Audi Q2 on sale this summer
High definition design meets highly intelligent technology in the new Audi Q2, the brand’s first crossover which will join the currently three-strong Audi Q range from £20,230 to £30,610. It will have a very high technology equipment package available and engines from 115 to 190ps with quattro drive when first of 12 models arrive in November. … [Read more...]
New Mokka and Zafira models coming this year
Vauxhall is intensifying its attack on the family mpv sector with changes to its best sellers. The new Mokka X will be in showrooms from October this year, priced from £17,590 on-the-road. The new SUV looks to build on the success of its predecessor, providing a wide range of variants across the Design Nav, Active, Elite and Elite Nav trims. A number of petrol and diesel engines will be … [Read more...]
Engine and chassis changes to Skoda Octavia
The 2017 range of Skoda Octavia models is being sharpened up and made more efficient. A new high-tech, three-cylinder turbo petrol engine completes the engine range; adaptive DCC is optional for versions with 150 PS or more. A turbo-charged, three-cylinder petrol engine has replaced the 1.2-litre, four-cylinder version. From its engine size of 999cc, the new 1.0 TSI produces 115 PS and … [Read more...]
Advanced Audi A5 approaches
A bigger, roomier but lighter Audi A5 and S5 Coupe is coming. More powerful but efficient engines are fitted along with a host of advanced information technology and safety features. UK order books open at the end of the summer and first deliveries expected by the end of 2016. … [Read more...]
New cars news
The Fourth generation Mégane is available to order and will be in showrooms from July. Six trim levels across a 25-strong version line-up feature unique-in-class technologies such as 4Control four-wheel-steering and 8.7-inch portrait touchscreen infotainment system. There are two dCi and two TCe engines with manual & EDC transmissions and CO2 emissions rise … [Read more...]
Surf and sales up for Citroen C4 Cactus
Citroën and surf brand, Rip Curl, have joined forces to create the C4 Cactus Rip Curl Special Edition, which will be available in the UK from 1 June 2016. Featuring unique interior and exterior styling elements to complement the adventurous nature of the model, the new C4 Cactus Special Edition boasts Rip Curl graphics on the wings and rear quarter-lights; white roof rails and door mirrors; … [Read more...]
Newslines 27 May
The new 2017 Peugeot 3008 will be unveiled at the Paris motor show this autumn. It has a completely new cockpit infotainment system and more space with reduced weight and sharpened handling, says Peugeot. The Welsh Government’s favoured “black route” M4 relief road has met objections from Natural Resources Wales. The environmental body has come out against the plan … [Read more...]