Volkswagen launches its most potent Tiguan SUV ever, 240ps via a 2.0 litre Bi-Turbo diesel powerplant.

• Storming 240 PS 2.0-litre bi-turbo diesel unit tops the new Tiguan line-up
• Exclusively available in luxurious SEL and sporty R-Line trims
• Tiguan engine range is completed with addition of new 180 PS 2.0 TSI

With more power on tap than even the current iteration of the iconic Golf GTI, Volkswagen is making its most potent Tiguan yet available for order in the UK this October.  The new 240 PS bi-turbo diesel, designated BiTDI, also offers an increase of fully 30 PS over the previous most powerful Tiguan, the 2.0 TSI seen in the preceding generation of the car.

The bi-turbo 240 PS engine is similar to that offered in the current Volkswagen Passat and Passat Alltrack, and boasts a high-performance cylinder head and two-stage turbo charger.  The injection pressure of the common-rail piezo injection system is a mighty 2,500 bar and the engine is capable of generating up to 120 PS per litre.

Mated as standard to Volkswagen’s 4MOTION four-wheel drive system, it endows the new Tiguan with prodigious performance in the mainstream SUV segment.  Capable of reaching 142 mph, where the law permits, the 2.0 BiTDI-equipped Tiguan meanwhile sprints from rest to 62 mph in just 6.5 seconds. 

Selective Catalytic Reduction helps to reduce emissions by injecting AdBlue™ into the Tiguan’s exhaust system, thus helping to reduce NOx by converting it into harmless water.  The Volkswagen SUV also includes a Start/Stop system and battery regeneration which, together, contribute to a CO₂ figure of just 167 g/km*.  All the engines in the Tiguan range meet the latest EU6 emissions standard.

As well as the 240 PS bi-turbo engine, the most powerful of the Tiguan’s three petrol engines is also now open for order in the UK.  The 2.0 TSI 180 PS is available with a six-speed manual or seven-speed DSG transmission.  It is also offered as standard with 4MOTION four-wheel drive and offers a top speed of 129 mph, 0-62 mph time of 7.7 seconds and a CO₂ figure of 170 g/km*.

Both new Tiguan engines are exclusively offered with the range-topping SEL or R-Line trims.  The Tiguan SEL packs a technological punch with standard features that include Volkswagen’s Discover Navigation infotainment and satellite navigation system, which includes an eight-inch colour touch-screen.  Adaptive Cruise Control uses radar to govern the distance to the car ahead automatically.  In addition the SEL comes with Active Info Display – a 12.3-inch high-resolution TFT screen located within the binnacle and replacing conventional analogue instruments.  It can be configured to show a variety of information about the car, or even relay the satellite navigation route guidance.

Meanwhile for R-Line, read excitement!  In addition to the features available on the SEL, the Tiguan R-Line carries many unique styling features inside and out.  A roof spoiler is joined by a rear diffuser and a front air intake to highlight the kerb appeal of the car.  The ‘Suzuka’ alloy wheels measure 20-inches and the bumper design is unique to the trim. 

On the inside, unique R-Line sill protectors and carpet mats are joined by bespoke ‘Race’ cloth seats feature ‘San Remo’ microfibre, while the front seats also feature the R-Line logo on the headrest.  Stainless steel pedals and a black rooflining complete the look.

The addition of these two new engine options in Tiguan completes the model’s seven-strong powerplant range, which now extends from 1.4 TSI 125 PS to 2.0 BiTDI 240 PS. 

The Tiguan SEL 2.0 TSI 180 PS six-speed manual 4MOTION is available to order now from Volkswagen Retailers nationwide priced from £30,540 RRP OTR, while the Tiguan SEL 2.0 BiTDI 240 PS seven-speed DSG 4MOTION costs from £36,450 RRP OTR.  The new engines in R-Line trim cost from £32,855 RRP OTR for the 2.0 TSI 180 PS unit to £38,640 RRP OTR for the 2.0 BiTDI 240 PS.

Volkswagen Tiguan engine line-up:

PETROL	Output (PS)	CO2(g/km)	Trim level	Combined fuel cycle (mpg)
1.4 TSI BMT 2WD	125	137*	S	46.3*
1.4 TSI ACT BMT 2WD	150	130*	S, SE, SE Navigation	48.7*
2.0 TSI BMT 4MOTION	180	170*	SEL, R-Line	39.8*
2.0 TSI BMT DSG 4MOTION	180	170*	SEL, R-Line	38.2*
DIESEL
2.0 TDI SCR BMT 2WD	115	123*	S	60.1*
2.0 TDI SCR BMT 2WD	150	123*	S, SE, SE Nav, SEL, R-Line	58.9*
2.0 TDI SCR BMT DSG 2WD	150	129*	SE, SE Nav, SEL, R-Line	57.6*
2.0 TDI SCR BMT 4MOTION	150	139*	S, SE, SE Nav, SEL, R-Line	52.3*
2.0 TDI SCR BMT DSG 4MOTION	150	147*	S, SE, SE Nav, SEL, R-Line	49.6*
2.0 TDI SCR BMT DSG 4MOTION	190	149*	SE, SE Nav, SEL, R-Line	49.6*
2.0 BiTDI SCR BMT 4MOTION DSG	240	167*	SEL, R-Line	44.1*

BMT = BlueMotion Technology, a range of features such as Start/Stop that help to reduce fuel consumption

ACT = Active Cylinder Technology, where two cylinders in the engine are temporarily shut down to save fuel

SCR = Selective Catalytic Reduction, AdBlue™ is injected into the exhaust system to neutralise NOx emissions

GOODWOOD - Ford debuts the next ST Line model, the Mondeo Estate with up to 180ps power.

• New Ford Mondeo ST-Line debuts on Ford’s 2016 Goodwood Festival of Speed stand
• Mondeo ST-Line offers sport suspension, unique body kit and choice of 18- or 19-inch alloy wheel designs; sport seats, perforated leather steering wheel and sporty interior details
• Engine options include 150PS and 180PS 2.0-litre TDCi diesels, with Intelligent All-Wheel Drive also available
• Mondeo ST-Line joins Fiesta ST-Line and Focus ST-Line in new range inspired by Ford Performance vehicles and featuring bold styling, sporty driving dynamics and great value

Ford today revealed the sporty new Ford Mondeo ST‑Line at the 2016 Goodwood Festival of Speed. 

The Mondeo ST-Line is the newest addition to Ford’s recently unveiled ST-Line model range that delivers bold styling inspired by Ford Performance models and features sport suspension and body styling; unique alloy wheel designs; and sport seats, perforated leather steering wheel and alloy pedals for the interior.

The new model joins the Fiesta ST-Line and Focus ST-Line on display at Goodwood, where Ford is showing a range of performance vehicles from the Ford GT Le Mans race car to the new Fiesta ST200 hot hatch.

Fiesta ST-Line and Focus ST-Line are both available to order since earlier this month and are designed for customers who aspire to the sporty image of the Ford Performance Fiesta ST and Focus ST hot-hatch models – but do not require the full performance delivered by optimised ST engines and chassis with sports technologies.

“The new Mondeo ST-Line is our sportiest Mondeo since we introduced the Mondeo ST220 model in 2002,” said Roelant de Waard, vice president, Marketing, Sales and Service, Ford of Europe. “Mondeo ST-Line adds another dimension to the broad Mondeo line-up that offers options from the fuel-efficient Mondeo ECOnetic and Mondeo Hybrid models, to the exclusive and upscale Mondeo Vignale.” 

The new Mondeo ST-Line is available in five-door and estate bodystyles and delivers Ford Performance-inspired styling that includes:

• A honeycomb design for the upper and lower front grilles in high-gloss black; LED daytime running lamps with light tube styling and new rectangular fog lamps
• Front bumper lip spoiler and sculptured side-skirts in body colour; a sports rear bumper with high-gloss black diffuser-style insert; silver tailpipe surrounds*
• A black beltline beneath the windows and ST-Line exterior badging on the front fenders
• A choice of unique new 18-inch alloys wheels with bright machined surface or 19-inch alloy wheels in Rock Metallic Grey
• Sport seats with unique red stitching; a perforated leather ST-style steering wheel; and black interior door appliques
• Sports gear knob for manual transmissions and ST-Line scuff plates
• Standard rear roof spoiler for the estate, and an optional rear roof spoiler for the five-door

As with all models in the new Ford ST-Line range, the Mondeo ST-Line is available only with high-power engine derivatives that complement the enhanced driving dynamics delivered by sport suspension – lowered by 10mm.

Diesel engine options include:

• 150PS 2.0-litre TDCi with six-speed manual or six-speed PowerShift automatic transmission offering from 112g/km CO₂ and 65.7mpg
• 180PS and 180PS 2.0-litre TDCi with six-speed manual or six-speed PowerShift automatic transmission offering from 117g/km CO₂ and 62.8mpg

The Mondeo ST-Line will feature steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters when Ford’s six-speed PowerShift automatic transmission is specified, and also is offered with Ford Intelligent All Wheel Drive.

The technology delivers a seamless transition of torque between all four wheels to provide a more secure footing on the road especially in slippery conditions and can adjust torque delivery up to 50/50 between the front and rear wheels in under 20 milliseconds – twenty times quicker than it takes to blink.

“With our new ST-Line range even more customers can experience sporty style and driving dynamics inspired by our most exciting Ford Performance line-up ever, that includes models such as the Focus RS, new Fiesta ST200 and Ford GT supercar” de Waard said. “This year we expect to sell 40,000 performance cars in Europe, a 50 per cent increase compared with 2015, which in turn saw performance car sales rise by 61 per cent compared with 2014.”

Jaguar takes second over all and Best Executive car at the DieselCar magazine awards 2016.

• The Jaguar XF adds ‘Best Executive Car’ Award from DieselCar magazine to an already impressive roll of honour
• Judges praised the XF’s ‘class-leading economy and excellent refinement’
• XF also ranked second overall in DieselCar’s newly launched Top 50, which charts the best new cars currently on sale
• Jaguar XF range features the brand’s highly advanced 2.0-litre four-cylinder Ingenium diesel engine in outputs of 163PS and 180PS

The Jaguar XF has taken its fifth major UK industry honour is less than a year since it was launched as the British-built saloon wins ‘Best Executive Car’ from DieselCar magazine.

The award adds to the XF’s already impressive rolls of honour, which includes ‘Executive Car of the Year’ and ‘SME Best Director’s Company Car’ at Business Car’s annual awards in addition to ‘Best Executive Car’ at the Fleet World Honours while scooping Top Gear’s ‘Saloon Car of the Year’.

In addition to taking the class honours, the multi-award winning XF was also ranked second overall in the publication’s newly launched list of the Top 50 best cars currently on sale. It was one of two Jaguar models in the Top 10 with the newly introduced F-PACE in eighth position.

Ian Robertson, Editor and Publisher, DieselCar, said: “With the last generation car so accomplished, we didn't think there was much scope for improvement, however, Jaguar has come up trumps and class-leading economy and excellent refinement puts this latest British-built car at the top of the class."

Jeremy Hicks, Jaguar Land Rover UK MD, said: “This award is further evidence of the XF’s key strengths in what is one of the most fiercely competitive segments in the market. It is a true all-rounder offering discerning buyers a generous mix of luxury, technology, dynamism and of course excellent cost of ownership. To win its class and be ranked second overall in the Top 50 best cars currently on sale speaks volumes for just how strong the XF is.”

The XF’s lightweight aluminium construction coupled with the all-aluminium Ingenium engine means Jaguar’s multi-award winning saloon sets the class benchmark for fuel efficiency and emissions.

Powertrains include a 2.0-litre Ingenium diesel engine in outputs of 163PS and 180PS. The 163PS 2.0-litre Ingenium diesel boasts emissions from just 104g/km and 70.6mpg on the combined cycle and drives the rear wheels through a six-speed manual gearbox. A range-topping supercharged 3.0-litre V6 diesel offers thrilling performance producing 516lb ft (700Nm) of torque.

Furthermore, Ingenium is also one of the first diesel engines to feature variable valve timing. A cam phaser on the exhaust side allows the catalysts to reach operating temperature faster, to further reduce emissions, while also enabling more efficient and robust regeneration of the particulate filter.

The XF’s class-leading efficiency also makes it one of the most cost effective premium executive saloons for fleet and business customers boasting the lowest insurance group ratings (from 25E) and the highest residual values according to industry valuation company CAP retaining 53% of its value after 3 years/30,000 miles.

UKCOTY - Jaguar’s XE sports saloon named Best Executive Car in the 2016 UK Car of the Year Awards

• Jaguar’s XE sports saloon named Best Executive Car in the 2016 UK Car of the Year Awards
• The XE was hailed for its superior driving abilities, its fine looks and its strong range of engines
• The win is the latest in a long series of major accolades for the Jaguar XE

The Jaguar XE has seen off the competition to emerge triumphant in its class at the UK Car of the Year Awards, being named 2016’s Best Executive Car.

The UK Car of the Year Awards are voted for by a panel of 27 of the UK’s leading and most-read motoring journalists, with the judges hailing the XE for its fantastic driving ability, styling, engines and its outstanding total cost of ownership.

Paul Hudson, UK Car of the Year judge and Deputy Head of Cars at Telegraph Media Group, said of the XE:“Few cars were as strongly anticipated as the XE. It’s such a tough market and therefore difficult to crack. The Jaguar XE makes you feel special. It’s got good engines, an excellent ride even on larger wheels, and is great to drive. It makes a fine private or company car purchase.”

Tim Pollard, Digital editor-in-chief of parkers.co.uk and carmagazine.co.uk, agreed, saying: “The XE relaunches Jaguar into the executive heartland with a highly competitive, attractive product.”

The Jaguar XE has picked up a host of awards since its launch, having also recently been named as one of only seven cars on the shortlist for the European Car of the Year award.

Jaguar Design Director Ian Callum said: “The executive car class is a fiercely competitive and long established one in the UK, but when we launched the XE we were confident it had what it needed to appeal to a demanding set of buyers. It looks sporty, and is stylish and elegant inside and out. We are honoured that the UK Car of the Year jurors, some of the most influential car experts in the UK, have endorsed the XE with the title of Best Executive Car for 2016.”

Already hailed as the best driver’s car in its class, the updates to the XE for the 2017 model year have enhanced this further. It now comes with key specification additions; including an all-wheel drive (AWD) system, which is available to order on the 2.0-litre 180PS diesel variant. The AWD enhance vehicle dynamics and improve traction, and Adaptive Surface Response (AdSR) to optimise the AWD system by changing the powertrain and Dynamic Stability Control system mapping according to the conditions.

The 2017 model year XE also comes with a state-of-the-art InControl Touch Pro infotainment system with a 10.2-inch tablet-style touchscreen that offers intuitive operation, super-fast response times and intelligent navigation. The system offers a Wi-Fi hotspot for up to eight devices, and is compatible with an Apple Watch app, that offers remote functions including fuel level check, lock and unlock, and even remote engine starts.