MG Motor's Takes a look at the Half Term break with some tempting offers on the GS Sports Utility Vehicle.

With the half term break in full swing, there’s never been a better time to snap up a new set of wheels. Striking, sporty and available with a tempting range of special offers, the MG GS is your perfect holiday companion.

Packed with superb features for all the family, the MG GS will keep everyone entertained, wherever your adventures take you. With space for five, outstanding performance and a sleek design, the all-new SUV perfectly balances fun, practicality and affordability.

Designed from the inside, the GS handles with precision. The chassis and sporting damper control have been specially tuned to deliver agility and confidence for the driver, while a focus on handling ensures a responsive and engaging drive.

The MG GS comes with a full five-year/80,000-mile (whichever occurs first) manufacturer warranty, 12-month roadside assistance and the option to purchase a hassle-free, cost-effective service plan. With OTR prices starting from £14,995, the GS is currently available with a number of great offers**, including:

• 0% APR with just a 20% deposit monthly finance option
• £660 contribution towards your deposit when financed on a PCP basis
• A five-year/80,000-mile (whichever occurs first) manufacturer's parts and labour warranty

A great driving position, partnered with adjustable seats in the back that recline and fold completely flat, bring functionality and comfort. 1,336 litres of boot space* provides enough luggage room for your dream half term staycation, while a great range of accessories – including roof boxes, bike racks, floor mats and boot liners – equips your GS for every family adventure.

MG is looking to beat all previous months with a big September sales push, the GS will help make this possible.

Building on the launch of its all-new SUV – the MG GS – and ‘End of Summer Madness’ seasonal campaign success, MG Motor UK is gearing up for what is expected to be another record-breaking quarter.

According to figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders (SMMT) earlier this month, the iconic British marque increased its sales by 130% compared to the same month last year. 

In addition, it reported the 4^th highest percentage increase in registrations across the market, with year-to-date figures up 17.95% compared to 2015.

With three months of the year still to run, this means that MG has already sold more cars than in any full year previously, up to 2015.

Matthew Cheyne, Sales and Marketing Director at MG Motor UK, commented: “The achievement of such positive sales figures is not only testament to the quality of our model range, but also to the outstanding performance and commitment of our national dealer network.

“We take great pride in developing cars to suit every customer. Our MG GS SUV perfectly blends style and functionality to make it the ultimate all-rounder, while the MG3 is fun both inside and out – packed full of technology to suit all manner of driving styles, without breaking the bank.

“We’re delighted with our performance so far in 2016 and look forward to carrying this on in the coming months as we continue to offer our customers competitive, affordable and exciting vehicles. As September tends to be one of the busiest months of the year for new car registrations, thanks to the plate change, we’re hoping next month’s figures are just as impressive.”

MG’s latest registration figures reflect an industry-wide trend, with the market growing by 3.3% overall against the same month last year. A total of 81,640 new cars were registered in August 2016, with year-to-date performance remaining positive, up 2.8% to 1.68 million units.

MG boosts their offers further as the 66 plate change has happened, and they have the best cars to do it with.

Iconic British automotive manufacturer, MG Motor UK, has lined up a selection of tempting offers* to help drivers make the most of the summer. Available until the end of September, a whole host of deals make the already affordable line-up even more attractive.

Whether it’s a weekend family adventure, a daily commute to work or even just a trip to the shops, the striking MG GS SUV makes family fun affordable. With offers including a five year or 80,000-mile (whichever occurs first) manufacturer parts and labour warranty, an £850 deposit contribution or 0% APR representative finance – available up to five years with a minimum 20% deposit – there’s never been a better time to buy.

Fun on the inside, fun on the outside, the new generation MG3 is born to suit your style. Packed full of must-have technology, expressing yourself without maxing out your budget is easy! With a selection of offers ranging from one year’s free insurance, a £900 deposit contribution or 0% APR representative finance – available up to five years with a minimum 20% deposit – the town is your playground at a head-turning price tag.

Matthew Cheyne, head of sales and marketing for MG Motor UK, commented: “MG is renowned worldwide for delivering an unforgettable driving experience at a highly affordable price. Our latest models perfectly blend style, fun, performance and practicality – helping you stand out from the crowd without breaking the bank!

“Our summer deals make an already affordable line-up even more attractive, helping you to drive away in the car of your dreams and make the most of the warmer weather.”

Customers who register for a test drive of the MG3 via the summer incentive scheme are also eligible for a free gift, while certain finance agreements on the MG GS come with a £250 Hilton Hotel voucher.

Renault pulls out all the stops to give the customer the best range of commercial vehicles for the 66 plate change.

• Contract hire offers available on 66-plate Renault LCV range
• Offers encompass versions of Kangoo, Trafic and Master
• Award-winning Trafic available from £189.95 per month on a 6+23 contract hire rental
• UK Renault LCV sales were up by over 20 per cent in the first half of 2016
• Renault is the number one LCV brand in Europe for 18 consecutive years

After selling a record number of LCVs in the UK last year, Renault is offering a host of contract hire rental packages that are designed to make its award-winning LCV range even more appealing to businesses who are considering new 66-plate vehicles.

With Renault LCVs in high demand by UK business users – Renault’s van sales are up by over 20 per cent in the first half of 2016 – the offers encompass all of the models that have made Renault the number one LCV brand in Europe for 18 consecutive years.

Having achieved more than 200,000 sales in the UK since its launch 35 years ago and two-time consecutive winner of What Van?’s ‘Best Medium Van of the Year’ in 2015 and 2016, the Renault Trafic is available with 6+23 contract hire offers on eight different versions. 

Encompassing short and long wheelbase models and Business, Business+ and Sport trim levels, the 6+23 contract hire offers start from £189.95 per month for the Trafic SL27 dCi 115 Business¹. In short wheelbase, low-roof format, this panel van features a 115hp turbodiesel engine.

For an even more attractive £159.95 per month, and again on a 6+23 contract hire rental, the Trafic SL27 ENERGY dCi 95 Business nine-seater is perfect for those who require a stylish vehicle to transport a number of passengers safely and comfortably. 

Spacious and well equipped, this Trafic benefits from the efficient ENERGY dCi 95 turbodiesel engine combined with a low roof and short wheelbase.

Customers who require even more room, or have a need for one of Renault’s off the shelf conversions, can opt for a choice of two 6+35 contract hire offers on the Renault Master Panel Van or 6+35 contract hire rentals on selected Master Dropside, Tipper and Luton variants. 

The 6+35 contract hire offers start from £219.95 per month, which applies to the Master MM33 dCi 110 FWD Business. Smart and versatile, this Master Panel Van comes in medium-wheelbase, medium-roof format with the powerful and well proven dCi 110 turbodiesel engine.

Offering a 650 kg payload together with a car-like drive, the Renault Kangoo is also available on a 6+35 contract hire rental. 

Business users can drive away in the Kangoo ML19 dCi 75 Business for £174.95 per month, the standard-sized Kangoo panel van providing a high level of efficiency from its turbocharged, 75hp engine.

Whichever Renault LCV customers choose, they will enjoy the reassurance of the Renault 4+ warranty and Renault Assistance scheme, which provides the ultimate peace of mind for four years or 100,000 miles. 

They will also benefit from the Renault Business Quality Commitment – Renault’s 13-point plan that guarantees customers will receive a class-leading experience – and the business-focused expertise of the manufacturer’s specialist Pro+ dealer network.

Renault van sales in the UK grew by over 20 per cent to 13,435 vehicles in the first half of 2016, significantly outpacing the van market that grew by 2.5 per cent, according to official figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. LCV market share for the first half of 2016 stood at 7 per cent – up 1 percentage point on the same period in 2015.

Renault’s growth in the van market builds upon a record year for LCV sales in the UK last year, with sales up 40 per cent on 2014 to 25,458 units, and also the manufacturer being the best-selling LCV brand in Europe for the 18^th consecutive year.

Dacia turns up the heat with some tempting offers for the 66 Plate Change next month.

• Enhanced offers across Dacia’s multiple award-winning line-up
• Free upgrade to five-year/60,000 mile warranty with all offers
• Deposit contributions increased to £750 on Sandero Stepway and £650 on Sandero
• £750 deposit contribution on Duster and £500 deposit contribution on Logan MCV
• Seven-year/100,000 mile warranty upgrade now only £395

Dacia is giving car buyers even more of a reason to choose its award-winning range with a host of enhanced customer offers – just in time for the new ‘66’-registration.

With its latest finance offers, the ‘shockingly affordable’ brand is increasing its deposit contributions on its affordable Dacia Dimensions finance scheme to £650 and £750 on the Sandero and Sandero Stepway respectively. The Logan MCV and the Duster also continue to be available with customer deposit contributions – £500 for the versatile estate car and £750 for the rugged Duster SUV.

The Dacia Dimensions PCP offers are available on all trim levels (excluding Access) and continue the ‘no-nonsense’ brand’s approach to offering its customers outstanding value.

In addition, customers who take advantage of the Dacia Dimensions PCP offers also enjoy the reassurance of five years’ care-free motoring with a complimentary five-year/60,000 mile warranty on their new Dacia – a free upgrade from three years/60,000 miles, worth £395 when bought separately.

Winner of the What Car? ‘Best Small Car for less than £12,000’ for four consecutive years, and the lowest priced new car on sale today, the popular Sandero five-door hatchback can be purchased through a four-year PCP package from £94 per month with a deposit of £577¹. 

This offer applies to the 1.2 Ambiance version, which as standard includes Bluetooth^™ and USB connectivity, electric front windows, remote central locking, daytime running lights and ESC/ASR (Electronic Stability Control & Traction Control).

Stylish and well-equipped, the five-door Sandero Stepway crossover is available from £104 per month after a customer deposit of £1,451. Also a four-year PCP, this particular offer is available on the Ambiance TCe 90 version that boasts such features as integrated satellite-navigation, MP3-compatible CD player with Bluetooth^™connectivity, electric windows, parking sensors and air conditioning.

The UK’s most affordable new estate car and winner of the Family Car category in the Auto Express Driver Power 2016 Awards, the Logan MCV can be owned through a four-year PCP offer from £104 per month with a deposit of £1,210. This specific offer is available on the 1.2 Ambiance Logan MCV, the versatile estate car combining a useful boot space of 573 litres with equipment that includes remote central locking, electric front windows, Bluetooth^™ and USB connectivity.

Also on a four-year PCP offer, the spacious and comfortable Duster SUV is available from £154 per month with a deposit of £853. This Duster offer is on the Ambiance SCe version, which is powered by a 1.6 115 bhp engine, and as standard includes ESC (Electronic Stability Control) with ASR (Traction Control), 16-inch wheels, height adjustable driver’s seat, front fog lights, 4x20w DAB/FM/AM tuner with steering column-mounted fingertip controls, remote central locking, electric front windows, Bluetooth^™ and USB connectivity.

For even more peace of mind and representing even greater value, customers can upgrade from the complimentary five-year/60,000 mile warranty to a seven-year/100,000 mile warranty for a one-off fee of just £395 RRP – a saving of £455 over the usual price².

Since Dacia launched in the UK in 2013, the brand has won multiple awards. Notably, it was rated 4^th best car manufacturer for ownership satisfaction in the 2016 Which? Car Guide and the Auto Express Driver Power ownership survey has placed Dacia in its top five best manufacturers for three consecutive years. Dacia was also voted number two in the 2016 Auto Express Driver Power Dealer Aftersales Satisfaction survey, while the Dacia Sandero has been awarded the title of “Best Small Car under £12,000” by What Car? for four consecutive years (2016, 2015, 2014, 2013). The Dacia Duster was also named TopGear magazine’s “Bargain of the Year 2012” at launch.

The New Tiguan from Volkswagen gets a range of deals to boost it's sales ready for the September plate change.

• Take advantage of a £1000¹ deposit contribution on the versatile Tiguan
• Drive the class-leading new Volkswagen SUV from just £229² per month
• The comprehensive Tiguan range starts from £22,510 (RRP OTR)

Just in time for the debut of the new ‘66’ registration prefix on 1 September, Volkswagen is revealing a selection of compelling finance deals on its highly-praised new Tiguan compact SUV.

Tiguan instantly became a hugely sought-after Volkswagen on its debut in UK Retailer showrooms in June of this year, and since then customers have been flocking to get behind the wheel of the high-tech crossover.  In the past few months, for example, more than 25 per cent of all the configurations conducted by visitors to the Volkswagen.co.uk website have been for the sophisticated new Tiguan.

Recent group test wins for the Tiguan in both What Car? and CAR magazines have cemented its position among the most desirable compact SUVs on the market today, while the addition of these compelling new finance offers can only increase the car’s appeal among buyers keen to secure a great deal on their new ‘66’ plate Volkswagen.

Private customers who finance a new Tiguan with a Solutions Personal Contract Plan from Volkswagen Financial Services can now take advantage of a generous £1,000 deposit contribution, alongside a highly competitive finance rate of 5.1 per cent APR representative¹. 

Solutions Personal Contract Plan – representative example subject to 10,000 miles per annum for a Tiguan S 2.0 TDI 150 PS:

Duration	4 years
47 monthly payments of	£229
Deposit contribution³	£1,000
Customer deposit	£6,471.44
Retail cash price	£25,560
Acceptance fee⁴	£0.00
Optional final payment	£10,166.81
Option to purchase fee⁵	£10
Total amount payable	£28,411.25
Total amount of credit	£18,088.56
Representative APR	5.1% APR
Rate of interest p.a.	5.1% fixed
Excess mileage charge	7.2ppm

Alternatively, customers can opt for Retail Personal Contract Hire.  This brings an impressive payment rate of £229 per month over a contract of up to 48 months² and is based on the popular Tiguan R-Line with an initial rental of £9,744.  In addition, customers can sign up to Volkswagen’s optional service plan offer in which their Tiguan’s first two services will cost a total of just £149.

Right from the entry-level new Tiguan S model customers, regardless of how they choose to acquire their new car, will enjoy a high level of standard equipment.  In the Tiguan S, this includes an eight-inch colour touch-screen Composition Media infotainment system, automatic lights, and Lane Assist which cleverly helps the car to avoid straying out of line.  A multifunction trip computer, meanwhile, displays a variety of helpful statistics about each journey.

Move up to the SE model and the standard-fit equipment list lengthens to include 3Zone climate control – which enables the driver, front seat passenger and the rear passengers to set their own cabin temperatures individually.  This model also includes cruise control and Volkswagen’s Car-Net ‘App Connect’ system.  ‘App Connect’ allows, among much else, a smartphone to be connected to the Tiguan and many of its functions to then be ‘mirrored’ in the car’s infotainment screen.

The Tiguan SE Navigation comes with Volkswagen’s Discover satellite navigation system with a variety of route display options and branded points of interest.  The system is completed by a three-year ‘Guide and Inform’ subscription which provides online access to a range of useful information such as local traffic, fuel pricing, parking space availability, weather and news feeds.

Stepping up the range again, the luxurious Tiguan SEL includes a wealth of technology that takes the strain out of longer journeys.  This includes Active Info Display – a 12.3-inch high-resolution TFT screen housed within the dash that can be configured in a variety of ways including a wide-screen satellite navigation display with 2D or 3D route guidance.  Meanwhile, the Adaptive Cruise Control monitors the Tiguan’s distance from the car ahead and adjusts its speed accordingly.

The range-topping Tiguan R-Line has the most overtly sporty styling of the current range, including unique and eye-catching body-coloured front and rear bumpers.  The R-Line’s standard-fit 20-inch ‘Suzuka’ alloy wheels provide a striking contrast to the black wheel arch extensions, while a body-coloured roof spoiler contrasts with the ‘Piano Black’ front air intake and rear diffuser to further expand the new Tiguan’s already impressive kerb appeal.  Inside, the R-Line model gets ‘Race’ cloth seating with ‘San Remo’ microfibre and the ‘R-Line’ logo on the front seat headrest.  A black roof lining and stainless steel pedals are among the subtle touches that complete the look.

A choice of seven EU6-compliant engines, including three petrol and four diesel units, add to the variety of combinations available through the Tiguan range,*  while Volkswagen’s BlueMotion Technology brings a range of features that reduce fuel consumption and save fuel.  These include start/stop functionality and brake energy recuperation.  In addition most of the new Tiguan drivetrain combinations include two- or four-wheel drive options, and the choice of a manual or a DSG automatic gearbox.