Countdown - Launch Diary 2008

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New Cars for 2008 – Launch Diary

Model

Month

Pricing

Ford Focus

The UK’s biggest selling car every year since its launch in 1998. Launch includes the hot ST and RS variants.

January

From £11,945

Fiat 500

Europe's Car of the Year. and retro-modern styling.

January

From £7,900

Volkswagen Tiguan

VW’s baby off-roader with agile, dynamic handling.

February

From £19,370

Citroen C5

The all-new model looks even more appealing.

March

 From £15,000

Jaguar XF

Think of it like a four-door XK.

March

From £33,900

Audi A4

New model is both bigger and roomier and benefits from an all-new interior.

March

From £19,890

Saab 9-3 Turbo X

Powered by a 2.8-litre V6 turbo engine and features sports suspension, limited edition.

March

From £32,495

Hyundai i10

Hyundai’s new small, smart and stylish city car.

March

From £6500

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate

Combines spaciousness and safety with a sporty drive.

March

From £24,630

Subaru Impreza STi  

New version is more refined but still blisteringly quick.

March

From £24,995

Renault Grand Modus

Longer version of the mini-MPV, with a 50 per cent increase in luggage space.

March

From £10,250

BMW M3 Saloon

Versatility and performance

March

From £48,000

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X

All-new aggressive design looks set to turn heads on the high street.

March

From £30,000 (estimated)

Vauxhall Zafira

Revitalised with a few minor changes.

March

From £12,995

Audi RS6 Avant

Ferocious V10 engine and boosted by two turbo chargers.

April

From £75,000

Chevrolet Epica

American manufacturer’s first big saloon car to be launched in Europe.

April

From £13,595

Mercedes-Benz SLK

Updated SLK range features a few minor design tweaks – including an aerodynamic front bumper, a re-shaped rear and new tail lights.

April

From £28,762

Audi A3 Cabriolet

Sporty, good looking convertible.

Spring

From £21,500

Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

Changes include a racier exterior, improved agility, intelligent safety features and a sumptuous cabin.

Spring

From £63,672

Vauxhall Agila

Three engines to choose from, a 1.0-litre three cylinder 1.2-litre four-cylinder petrol unit, plus 1.3-litre CDTi diesel.

Spring

From £7000 (estimated)

Subaru Impreza WRX

Quick, potent and even cheaper than before.

Spring

From £19,995

Suzuki Splash

Aimed at young families wishing to combine everyday practicality with sporty style.

Spring

From £7500
(estimated)

BMW 1-Series Convertible

Smart and sleek, good looks and distinct 1-Series styling cues.

April

From £22,325

BMW M3 Convertible

First in the M range to feature an electro-hydraulic retractable hard-top roof as standard.

May

From £54,655

BMW X6

Combines all the benefits of a 4x4 with a sleeker, coupe-like, body shape.

May

From £41,955

Ford Kuga

Strong and practical compact 4x4.

May

From£20,495

Mercedes-Benz CLC

CLC Sports Coupe comes with a mixture of cool technology and cutting-edge design.

June

From £20,000 (estimated)

Fiat Grande Punto Abarth

First model to be launched from Fiat’s Abarth performance car range.

June

From £12,500 (estimated)

Renault Koleos

Renault’s first ever 4x4 promises a blend of roominess, safety and comfort.

June

From £20,000
(estimated)

SEAT Leon Ecomotive

The official average fuel consumption for this car is 74.3mpg.

July

From £14,300 (estimated)

VW Passat CC

The all-new four-door, four-seater is a 'coupe' version - a first for VW.

July

From £21,000 (estimated)

Skoda Superb

The roomy saloon boasts a bigger boot than before.

Sept

From £15,000 (estimated)

Renault Twingo Renaultsport

Tuned by the masters at Renaultsport, the arm responsible for Renault’s motor racing.

Autumn

From £12,000 (estimated)

Vauxhall Insignia

The new Vauxhall Vectra - dubbed ‘Insignia’ - will premiere at the 2008 British motor show.

Autumn

From £15,000 (estimated)

Ford Fiesta

Ford has started from scratch with the all-new Fiesta hatchback.

Autumn

From £9000
(estimated)

SEAT Ibiza Ecomotive

Exempt from UK road tax (it emits 99 g/km CO2 and all vehicles that emit 100 g/km CO2 or less pay no tax),

Autumn

From £11,500 (estimated)

Renault Laguna Coupe

The Hatchback might appear a little dull but the Coupe looks smart and should have the handling to match.

October

From £20,000 (estimated)

Nissan GTR

Nissan's flagship supercar is powered by a 473bhp, twin-turbocharged 3.5-litre V6 that has the performance figures to rival the Porsche 911 Turbo.

November

From £60,000 (estimated)

Volkswagen Scirocco  )  

Arrives 13 years after its predecessor, sporty, searing performance and practicality with seating for four adults. 

December

Price: £20,000 (estimated)

Ford Ka

Based on the new Fiat 500 platform. Should be larger than the outgoing and cheaper.

Winter

Price: £7,000 (estimated)


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