PARIS - The Dacia Duster now comes with an Automatic option as well as a few nips and tucks to make this a better car.

• Dacia Duster available with Efficient Dual Clutch (EDC) automatic transmission for the first time
• Most affordable automatic crossover available in the UK yet with advanced dual-clutch technology
• EDC gearbox combines smoothness and comfort with similar efficiency to a manual gearbox
• Six-speed automatic is mated to the 1.5 dCi 110 turbodiesel engine
•  CO₂ emissions of only 116g/km and combined fuel economy of 62.8mpg
• EDC-equipped Dacia Duster costs from £14,895 on-the-road
• The Dacia Duster EDC goes on sale in the UK in October

For the very first time, the multi-award-winning Dacia Duster is available with an automatic six-speed EDC (Efficient Dual Clutch) transmission, whilst still maintaining its shocking affordability. The Duster EDC is the most affordable automatic crossover available in the UK.

Combining the comfort and smoothness of an automatic gearbox with fuel economy and low CO₂ emissions that are similar to those of a manual gearbox, the EDC transmission is certain to attract even more customers to the rugged SUV.

Drivers who specify the advanced transmission can now enjoy a more relaxing, simpler and smoother drive, which is boosted with the EDC transmission featuring Hill Start Assist. When moving away on a slope, the EDC control unit holds the brakes for sufficient time to allow the driver to apply the throttle before the vehicle rolls back.

Available on Lauréate and flagship Prestige 4x2 Duster variants, the automatic EDC gearbox is mated to the hugely-popular 1.5 dCi 110 turbodiesel engine. Perfectly complementing each other, the pairing returns fuel economy of 62.8mpg (NEDC combined) and CO₂ emissions of 116g/km.The EDC-equipped Dacia Duster is available from £14,895 on-the-road and will go on sale in the UK in October.

Version	0-62 mph	CO2 (g/km)	MPG (NEDC Combined)	Price
Lauréate dCi 110 4x2 Auto	11.9	116	62.8	£14,895
Prestige dCi 110 4x2 Auto	11.9	116	62.8	£15,795

Adding another string to the bow of the robust Duster, the availability of the EDC transmission builds on the raft of upgrades that were recently unveiled in the new 2017 model year version.

Spanning external and interior enhancements, the changes included new upholstery for all versions, DAB as standard from Ambiance trim upwards, new ‘square effect’ headlights, and the availability of new options such as rear parking sensors, part-leather ‘Aspira’ upholstery and 16-inch ‘Tyrol’ diamond-cut alloy wheels. A rear parking camera is also an option on Lauréate trim and above and the Duster’s purposeful good looks can be set off with new Pennine Green metallic paint.

The updates also included the availability of the 1.2 TCe 125 engine on Lauréate trim and above, ensuring that customers now have the choice of a petrol or diesel variant at every trim level, and the arrival of the top-of-the-range ‘Prestige’ trim level,

On top of the Lauréate trim, Prestige receives 16-inch ‘Tyrol’ diamond-cut alloy wheels, MediaNav Evolution and rear-parking camera as standard, offering a price walk of £900 from Lauréate and representing a customer saving of £250.

The Duster range is priced from £9,495 on-the-road.

New Trim level on the Skoda Superb gives a more sporty feel, as well as looking the part, it, in top spec, is seriously quick.

• New Superb SportLine; sports seats, 19-inch alloy wheels and enhanced sports styling
• Exclusive Dragon Green metallic paint
• Offered in a range of petrol and diesel engines
• Available to order from July; prices start from £26,490 OTR

ŠKODA is giving its customers a sporting chance this summer with the latest addition to its award-winning Superb range. 

Available as an Estate or Hatchback, the new Superb SportLine offers an enhanced design; highlighted by 19-inch Anthracite Vega alloy wheels, sports design bumpers, sunset glass, and black gloss trim treatment on the grille, wing mirrors, window surrounds and rear spoiler (Hatch only). 

The Estate features black gloss roof rails and body-coloured spoiler.

Inside, the Superb SportLine features an enhanced appearance which includes a three-spoke Super Sport multifunction steering wheel with silver stitching, quilted Alcantara sports seats, LED ambient lighting, carbon dashboard trim, aluminium pedals and black headlining. Its segment-leading practicality remains, with a 625-litre load area (660 litres for the Estate) and generous passenger space.

The standard kit list also includes Bi-Xenon headlights, Columbus Navigation and Wi-Fi, rear parking sensors, Drive Mode Select, dual-zone climate control, KESSY keyless entry and cruise control. A sports chassis lowers the car’s ride height by 15mm, and an XDS electronic differential lock ensures sharper handling.

Available in Moon White metallic, Quartz Grey metallic, Business Grey metallic, Brilliant Silver metallic, Black Magic pearl effect and Corrida Red, the SportLine also introduces Dragon Green metallic as an exclusive option.

The Superb SportLine is available in three petrol and two diesel engines, with the option of four-wheel drive and six-speed DSG automatic gearbox. The range-topping 2.0-litre TSI 280PS 4X4 can sprint from 0-62mph in just 5.8 seconds while the 2.0-litre TDI 150PS emits just 109g/km, ensuring it remains an attractive proposition for company car buyers.

Superb SportLine		CO2	VED Band	Recommended OTR
Hatchback	1.4 TSI 150PS ACT	116	C	£26,490.00
	1.4 TSI 150PS DSG ACT	118	C	£27,890.00
	2.0 TSI 220PS DSG	143	F	£29,290.00
	2.0 TSI 280PS 4x4 DSG	160	G	£33,295.00
	2.0 TDI 150PS	109	B	£27,435.00
	2.0 TDI 150PS DSG	119	C	£28,835.00
	2.0 TDI 190PS DSG SCR	119	C	£31,035.00
	2.0 TDI 190PS 4x4 DSG SCR	132	E	£32,535.00
Estate	1.4 TSI 150PS ACT	120	C	£27,690.00
	1.4 TSI 150PS DSG ACT	120	C	£29,090.00
	2.0 TSI 220PS DSG	146	F	£30,490.00
	2.0 TSI 280PS 4x4 DSG	164	G	£34,495.00
	2.0 TDI 150PS	110	B	£28,635.00
	2.0 TDI 150PS DSG	122	D	£30,035.00
	2.0 TDI 190PS DSG SCR	120	C	£32,235.00
	2.0 TDI 190PS 4x4 DSG SCR	135	E	£33,735.00

Volvo Cars announces pricing and specification for the All-New S90 Saloon and V90 Estate.

• S90 priced from £32,555 (OTR); V90 from £34,555 (OTR)
• Tax-efficient D4 diesel version has CO₂ emissions of just 116g/km (S90) or 119g/km (V90)
• Luxurious specification as standard, including 9” touch screen, satellite navigation, leather upholstery, LED headlights and access to cloud-based apps
• Pilot Assist semi-autonomous drive function fitted as standard to every S90 and V90

The new Volvo S90 and V90 are now available to order in the UK, with on-the-road prices starting at £32,555 for the S90 saloon and £34,555 for the V90 estate.

The S90 and V90 are the latest models to be built on Volvo’s all-new Scalable Product Architecture (SPA) platform and benefit from Volvo’s ground-breaking Drive-E powertrains. Like the XC90 before them, they feature the new face of Volvo, including the T-shaped LED headlights that make them instantly recognisable.

Both models will initially be available with a choice of two 2.0-litre, four-cylinder diesel engines – the tax-efficient D4 and the powerful and refined D5 PowerPulse – and in two trim levels, Momentum and Inscription.

The front-wheel-drive 190 hp D4 comes with an eight-speed automatic gearbox, and offers combined fuel consumption of 64.2 mpg and CO₂ emissions of just 116 g/km in the S90. In the V90, these figures are 62.8 mpg and 119 g/km.

The 235 hp D5 utilises an innovative technology called PowerPulse to boost responsiveness. This uses compressed air, which is stored in a tank in the engine bay and refilled automatically, to spool up the turbo at low revs. This helps to overcome turbo lag, which is the short delay in the power delivery you experience in traditional turbocharged engines. To harness the engine’s power, the D5 PowerPulse comes with all-wheel drive. An eight-speed automatic gearbox is also standard.

Every version of the S90 and V90 is luxuriously equipped. As standard, even entry-level Momentum cars come with leather upholstery, LED headlights with active high beam, two-zone climate control with ‘CleanZone’ air-filtration system, keyless engine starting and heated front seats.

Volvo’s Sensus infotainment system is also standard. This brings a 9” touch screen, satellite navigation (including lifetime annual map updates), a sophisticated voice-control system, and access to the internet and a range of cloud-based apps such as TuneIn, Stitcher and Yelp.

The S90 gets a powered bootlid, too, while the V90 benefits from a powered tailgate.

Pilot Assist, Volvo’s innovative semi-autonomous drive feature, is standard on every S90 and V90. It automatically keeps you at a set speed or distance from the vehicle in front, braking and accelerating with the flow of traffic, and gives gentle steering inputs to keep the car within lane markings at motorway speeds up to 80 mph. Unlike previous versions of the system, it no longer needs to follow another car. Pilot Assist is another step towards fully autonomous driving.

The latest version of City Safety is also fitted to every S90 and V90. This includes automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection, and the world-first application of large-animal detection. This feature helps to avoid or limit the severity of collisions with large animals such as deer or horses both at night and during the day.

Moving up to Inscription adds Nappa soft leather upholstery, powered front seats, a 12.3” active TFT driver’s information display (Momentum cars get an 8” version), 18” diamond-cut/silver alloy wheels, keyless entry and handsfree boot/tailgate opening and closing. Additional premium touches include walnut interior inlays, rear footwell and side step illumination, and chrome exterior details.

The optional Xenium package is available across the range and adds a powered tilt and slide glass sunroof (panoramic in the V90), a parking camera system with 360^o surround view, and Park Assist Pilot, which includes automatic parallel and 90^o parking.

Apple CarPlay is another option and allows you to access certain functions of your Apple device and CarPlay-optimised apps directly via the car’s touch screen, voice control system or the buttons on the steering wheel. Also available is the exceptional Bowers and Wilkins premium sound system, which offers no less than 18 speakers and an output of 1,400W.

Both models are available to order now, with the first S90 customer deliveries expected in September and the first V90s in October.

S90	Trim level	HP	Nm	Combined fuel economy (mpg)	CO2(g/km)	BIK 2016-17 (%)	On-the-road price	P11D value
D4	Momentum	190	400	64.2	116	23	£32,555.00	£32,500.00
D4	Inscription	190	400	64.2	116	23	£35,555.00	£35,500.00
D5 AWD	Momentum	235	480	58.9	127	25	£39,555.00	£39,500.00
D5 AWD	Inscription	235	480	58.9	127	25	£42,055.00	£42,000.00

V90	Trim level	HP	Nm	Combined fuel economy (mpg)	CO2(g/km)	BIK 2016-17 (%)	On-the-road price	P11D value
D4	Momentum	190	400	62.8	119	23	£34,555.00	£34,500.00
D4	Inscription	190	400	62.8	119	23	£37,555.00	£37,500.00
D5 AWD	Momentum	235	480	57.6	129	25	£41,555.00	£41,500.00
D5 AWD	Inscription	235	480	57.6	129	25	£44,055.00	£44,000.00