‘Models’ Archives
New car waiting times extend to six months for some models
New car waiting lists are up to six months for some models, while cars such as the new Volkswagen Polo, Ford Ka and BMW X1 are proving so popular across Europe that drivers who order one today could be left waiting at least four months before their vehicle arrives, according to motoring website, honestjohn.co.uk. The potential six-month wait [...]
Vauxhall expands Insignia range with 4×4 technology
The Vauxhall Insignia 160 PS 2.0 turbo CDTi has become the marque’s first passenger car to combine all-wheel-drive and diesel engine technology. The 2.0 CDTi engine produces 160 PS at 4,000 rpm, with maximum torque at 350 Nm at 1,750 rpm. The top-of-the-line diesel accelerates to 60 mph in 9.8 seconds and allows a top speed of 130 mph. [...]
Renault reveals new ‘global saloon’ car
Renault has unveiled its new ‘global’ family saloon but has yet to decide whether the car will go on sale in the UK. The car will make its world debut at the Moscow Motor Show in August and the European version will then appear at the Paris Motor Show in October when specification and engine choice will be revealed. The complete [...]
Toyota makes revisions to RAV4
Toyota has made a series of changes to the RAV4 with the new-look 2010 model available to order now and on sale from June 1. The new model features revised styling and higher equipment levels and the current 2.2 D-4D diesel engine is featured in a new entry-point model in the range, with two-wheel drive and six-speed manual [...]
Audi to raise prices by average 2% on 2011 model year range
Audi is increasing 2011 model year range prices by an average 2% due to currency exchange rates, although the company says that in a number of cases the rise is offset by enhanced equipment levels. With effect from Tuesday, May 25, prices for most models within the UK Audi range will, although recently announced prices for A1, RS 5, A8 and R8 [...]
Toyota gears up for UK production of Auris Hybrid
UK production of the Toyota Auris Hybrid will start at the manufacturer’s UK plant at Burnaston this month, the first mass-produced hybrid vehicle to be built in Europe. The company says that in investing in Toyota Manufacturing (UK) to build the new full C-segment hybrid hatchback, it has signalled its confidence in its UK operations - [...]
Ford upgrades best-selling Fiesta and cuts emissions
Safety, technology and powertrain upgrades have been added to the Ford Fiesta range, the UK’s best-selling car. All newly-ordered Fiestas will have electronic stability programme (ESP) as standard, bringing Fiesta in line with Ford’s large and medium car line-ups. ESP previously cost around £300. Customers choosing the Studio series [...]
Mercedes G-Class to return to UK roads
After a decade away from Mercedes-Benz’s biggest right hand drive market, the G-Class is set to return to UK roads in the autumn, with a choice of diesel or supercharged petrol engines. Commenting on the return of the luxury off-roader, Dermot Kelly, managing director, Mercedes-Benz Cars, said: ‘Despite G-Class being the longest-serving [...]
Major engine revisions for Audi Q7 cut emissions and boost economy
Emissions, and in some cases engine capacities, in the new Audi Q7 range for 2011 have taken a significant tumble as part of the wider manufacturer’s initiative to optimise efficiency across its 36-model line-up. Thanks to the latest in supercharging, turbocharging and transmission technologies, the latest Q7 models match or exceed their [...]
Prices and specs revealed for all new Volvo S60
Prices and full specification details have been announced for the all-new Volvo S60, which is available to order now and will arrive in showrooms in July. Prices range from £23,295 for the D3 ES (163 PS) up to £36,745 for the top-of-the-range T6 AWD SE Lux Geartronic Premium. The all-new S60 is a four-door coupé and is claimed by the [...]