Renault is introducing a new higher-powered engine on its Captur crossover for those customers wanting higher performance whilst retaining excellent efficiency. The 1.5-litre 110 hp diesel engine brings more power and torque whilst still returning impressive fuel economy and emissions. The engine produces 110 hp and 260 Nm torque, an increase of 20 hp and 40 Nm over the dCi 90 unit, yet … [Read more...]
Newcomers: Cars
ŠKODA announce prices for the all-new Superb
ŠKODA has announced UK full pricing and specifications for the all-new Superb. It will have the widest range of engine, transmission and trim level options ever offered on flagship model. The new Superb will be available with seven engine options with additional option of DSG automatic and 4x4 transmissions on selected models. The engine range consists of four TSI petrol and three TDI … [Read more...]
New Peugeot Tepee takes shape
There is a new look outside and in for the Peugeot Partner Tepee. It gets the latest series of seven engines with manual transmission and traction technology as well as info-tainment systems developed from other Peugeot models. There are five and seven seat versions and a massive flat floor in the back so capacity rises to a maximum 3,000 litres behind a massive tailgate and hatch window. … [Read more...]
Double debut for Toyota
Toyota will reveal its new Auris at the Geneva motor show 3 – 15 March, the British-built hatchback and Touring Sports wagon versions making their debut alongside new Avensis. New Auris enjoys a refreshed design that adds presence and prestige, together with an upgraded cabin and new comfort and safety equipment features. The hybrid remains at the heart of the range, having established … [Read more...]
Evoque re-evoked for 2015
Land Rover has strengthened its fastest-selling model, the Range Rover Evoque. Range Rover Evoque’s cutting-edge exterior design has been further enhanced with a selection of carefully chosen revisions. These updates include a new front bumper, two new grille designs, all-LED headlamps and three new alloy wheel designs. These changes will enhance Evoque’s unique design to a broad range of … [Read more...]
Natural selection progression
After 1 comes 2. The BMW 2 Series Convertible is the third model in the company‘s 2 Series line-up and comes to market as a direct replacement for the 1 Series Convertible. The new car will initially be available with a choice of four engines, including a new 2.0-litre diesel for the 220d and, for the first time in a BMW convertible, an M Performance variant, the M235i. The 2 Series … [Read more...]
Mondeo powertrains expand as range is rolled into UK showrooms
Ford has expanded the powertrain combinations available to order for the all-new Ford Mondeo to provide the widest ever choice to customers in Europe. Production has now started of models equipped with Ford’s multi-award-winning 1.0-litre EcoBoost – the first 1.0-litre petrol engine in the segment, priced from £19,995. The line-up is further extended with a new 210PS bi-turbo 2.0-litre TDCi … [Read more...]
Peugeot and Citroen refresh their best selling family cars
Three years after its launch, the PEUGEOT 208 – the brand’s best-selling model – benefits from a substantial upgrade to enhance and boost its appeal over the competition. Though already an advanced and innovative design, the new 208 has been finessed in many key areas; with more assertive new styling, fresh exterior colour choices and an exciting range of personalisation options. New equipment … [Read more...]
Luxury SUV planned by Rolls-Royce
A Rolls-Royce SUV will be built and is likely to be in showrooms inside two years. Rolls bosses made the announcement in a one-page open letter to all stakeholders in the project - potential customers, employees, suppliers and media - signed by CEO Torsten Müller-Ötvös and chairman Peter Schwarzenbauer. The said “many of our discerning customers have urged us to develop this car” after … [Read more...]
Stunning DS5 debuts this spring
New DS 5 is defined by its avant-garde styling. It combines performance and attention to detail with a range of advanced technologies. It embodies all the attributes of present and future DS vehicles, a sub-brand of Citroen. This DS flagship model introduces the brand’s stand-alone identity, gains an impressive new front end and numerous other revisions that make it a true … [Read more...]