The New 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class Roadster
Since their first appearance in 1996, the compact SLK Roadsters have come to symbolise Mercedes-Benz' dynamic brand image.
Incorporating around 650 newly developed parts, the SLK models of 2008 are even more dynamic and now offer an even more emotionally charged driving experience for sports car enthusiasts.
The new-generation SLK displays new sporty highlights, further enhancing the appeal of the successful two-seater with the trendsetting vario-roof that transforms the car from a roadster into a weatherproof coupé in a matter of seconds. Key visual enhancements include new-look front and rear sections as well as a meticulously modified interior with a new instrument cluster and three-spoke sports steering wheel.
The bold, dynamic character of the two-seater SLK 350 is emphasised by a fast-running V6 sports engine developing 224 kW/305 hp and an optionally available direct-steer system. Mercedes-Benz is installing the new NTG 2.5 audio and telematics generation in the SLK for the first time. It is easier to operate and offers an even wider range of useful functions. Standard features integrated in every radio include a hands-free system with Bluetooth technology and a new media interface in the glove compartment, allowing the full integration of mobile audio devices such as an iPod, which can then be operated via the audio system's user interface.
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New Jaguar Sports Saloon Finally Appears
Jaguar’s long awaited XF, its first truly avant-garde sports saloon for well over three decades, is finally here. It is available for UK customers to order now, priced from £33,900. This will buy you either 3.0-litre V6 petrol power or 2.7-litre V6 turbodiesel power.
Jaguar has found a new look after the failure of successive retro designs. This is needed to take on impressive opposition, the Mercedes E-class, Audi A6 and BMW 5-series.
The interior is an amalgam of graceful lines, simple planes and quality materials. Surprisingly, Jaguar designers point out that the the XF cabin contains more wood than any Jaguar since the Mk2.
Four engines are offered – a 2.7-litre, 210bhp turbodiesel V6; a 3.0-litre 240bhp petrol V6, a 4.2-litre, 300bhp petrol V8 and a 4.2-litre, 420bhp supercharged V8.
The slowest top speed is 143mph in the diesel, and the slowest 0-60 is 7.9 seconds in the 3.0-litre V6. At the other end of the spectrum the SV8 rockets from 0-60mph in 5.1sec to a limited 155mph top speed. Jaguar says the XF is something of a spiritual successor to the XJ Series 1 — a car that was smaller than today’s XJ. The company hopes the XF will mark a return to its speciality of the past — sports saloons.
"Cars like the original XJ6 left a lasting legacy and my ambition has been to create something as seminal. The XF is that car," said Design Director, Ian Callum.
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The New Ford Focus
Ford's new Focus is now available to order and deliver.
Taking some heavy style influences from the latest Mondeo, the new Focus features a redesigned front end and revised interior. Trapezoidal grilles and swept- back headlights ape the latest Ford look seen on the Mondeo.
The references continue in the lines running down the side of the Focus, while the rear screen has been reshaped and contours added to the tailgate and rear bumper.
The new Ford Focus is not shy on new features and optional extras. FordEasyFuel capless refuelling prevents fuelling mistakes. The new Deflation Detection System, can give advanced warning of tyre problems. The 230 Volt power socket can be used to power electrical appliances.
The new Sony entertainment system has a DAB radio and MP3 player connectivity. And the optional LED rear lights give a unique visual effect.
The three-door, five-door and estate versions will be available February/March, with saloon, coupe-cabriolet and ST versions arriving later in 2008.Also arriving next year will be Ford’s PowerShift transmission, a semi-automatic, six-speed, double-clutch gearbox similar to Volkswagen’s DSG ’box
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The New A4 is a Landmark Model for Audi
The new A4 is the sportiest saloon in the midsize car category: agile, light and precise to control. Its dynamic suspension is a totally new design, with most of its components made from weight-saving aluminium.
When compared with the previous model, the A4 has new, sporty proportions. The front body overhang has been drastically shortened; the bonnet and wheelbase are both longer than before.
In the driveline, the differential has changed places with the clutch (or torque converter), making it possible to move the front axle forward by 154 millimetres. This innovative solution ensures ideal axle-load distribution.
With an overall length of 4.70 metres, the saloon has a substantial, powerful road stance and offers its occupants ample space in an interior full of light. The workmanship is typical of an Audi - quality with no compromises. All the engines, with their supremely refined flow of power, make the A4 a pleasure to drive and, thanks to their high efficiency, consume distinctly less fuel than the previous versions.
New high-tech options make the A4 driving experience even more fascinating: Audi drive select varies the engine, automatic transmission, steering and suspension damping characteristics to suit the driver''s preferences at any given moment. Audi dynamic steering varies its ratio according to the car''s speed and keeps the new A4 stable close to the handling limits by slight, almost instantaneous changes to the steering angle.
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New Audi A4 Avant Launched at 2008 Geneva Show
Audi have launched the all new Audi A4 Avant in Geneva claiming it is 'the most sought-after premium sector estate'. Available to order now, the new load carrier is expected to carry a premium of approximately £1,200 over its saloon equivalent.
The new, reconfigured suspension set-up with longest-in-class wheelbase has already brought much improved driver appeal, and enhanced cabin space, to the latest A4 Saloon.
Increased leg room greatly enhances comfort for rear seat passengers in particular, and when all seats are filled, the load area with its versatile reversible load floor is the most accommodating in the class with a 490-litre capacity.
The new A4 Avant launches in the UK with a choice of either SE or more sporting S line specification options, and with five state-of-the-art FSI direct petrol injection and common rail piezo TDI engines. The initial range will take in the 160PS 1.8 Turbo FSI four-cylinder, the 265PS 3.2-litre V6 FSI, the 143PS 2.0-litre TDI, the 190PS 2.7-litre TDI and the 240PS 3.0-litre TDI.
Depending on the engine chosen, there will be the option of either the latest six-speed manual gearbox, an extensively revised, faster-shifting six-speed tiptronic automatic transmission or an updated and even smoother version of the ultra-efficient multitronic continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT).
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The Return of the 500
Fifty years after it first appeared, the Fiat 500 is making a comeback.
Strictly a four-seater, three-door hatchback and about the same length as the Panda, it is intended to compete both in the city car market and the "fashion car" niche market.
The 500 is available with three different trim levels: Pop, Lounge and Sport. Customers can choose also between 15 interior trims, 9 wheel options, 19 decals and 12 body colours. There are over 500,000 different personalized combinations of the 500 that can be made by adding all kinds of accessories, decals, interior and exterior colours and trims. Chrome detailing adds an air of quality, and even the entry-level Pop models are well finished. Lounge and Sport trims add drama, with pearlescent paint and panoramic sunroofs.
Inside, the first-class safety package includes seven airbags. Front seats are comfortable, and while the rear is a bit cramped, children will easily fit in. Boot space is limited, but more than large enough for the weekly shop.
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New Volkswagen Tiguan
Volkswagen has launched its exciting new compact 4x4, which is available now.
The Tiguan is available in three different variants, namely Trend & Fun, Sport & Style, and Track & Field. The Track & Field variant will have a different front, will be custom made for all terrains, and will come with electronic devices for better off-road performance.
The new Tiguan comes with two high power engines which are low in fuel consumption: the innovative 1.4 TSI (with twin charger) and 150 PS powers the petrol version while the diesel version is being driven by a 2.0 TDI engine with 140 PS.
Maintaining the ‘baby Touareg’ appearance, the new Tiguan makes a distinctive styling statement. At 4.4 metres long, 1.85 m wide and 1.69 m high, it is very similar in size to the Touran compact MPV (4.4 m, 1.8 m, 1.6 m).
Volkswagen has said that Tiguan’s name is derived from the suggestions made by around 350,000 readers of Germany’s Auto Bild magazine, who chose Tiguan over four other equally strange titles. The name is a fusion of the words Tiger and Leguan, which means iguana in German
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