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I will try my best to provide detailed info on various cars and what is like to live with them, I have already produced a few for Jaguar-car-forums, I will do my best to be unbiased, but it will be hard for some cars. I will re-produce press releases and copy from other motoring news.
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Friday, 16 June 2017

The all new Jaguar XF Sportbrake - the ultimate estate you can buy, and a beautiful looker too !

Dynamic new estate revealed as Jaguar celebrates a decade of XF production
  • Sports car dynamics, sports car looks and a 1,700-litre load space
  • All-wheel drive and All-Surface Progress Control keep you safe whatever the weather 
  • Cabin Air Ionisation gives you and your family clean air
  • Gesture Control lets you operate the panoramic sun blind or open the boot when your arms are full of kit
  • Super-sized panoramic roof floods the interior with light
  • Forget the keyring and swim, surf, cycle or run with an activity key 
  • Two-tonne towing capacity lets you take the trailer, boat, jet ski or horse box 
  • Choose from a range of clean and efficient Ingenium petrol and diesel engines
Jaguar's dynamic new estate has been revealed by world tennis number one Andy Murray. The two-time Wimbledon champion pulled the covers off the new Jaguar XF Sportbrake before placing his precious Wimbledon trophy inside and sending it on a UK-wide tour to inspire the next generation of players.
Jaguar is the Official Car Partner of The Wimbledon Championships and to celebrate the relationship the premium estate was revealed on a replica Centre Court.
 “Winning my first major title ten years ago was an amazing moment for me; the culmination of everything I'd worked for my whole life. I feel very lucky to have got to where I am today and hope that anyone passionate about tennis gets the opportunity to play and improve.
"Letting go of the trophy will be difficult, but there's no better vehicle than the Jaguar XF Sportbrake to take it on this UK tour. I'm pleased that people are going to be able to get up close to the trophy when it visits schools and tennis clubs, and hopefully it might encourage people to pick up a racket this Summer.
Andy Murray, world tennis number one
The XF Sportbrake joins Jaguar's award-winning XF saloon in its tenth year of production. The XF was launched in 2007 and has now claimed almost 200 global awards. The saloon’s new Sportbrake sibling delivers equally impressive performance, design and technology, with greater practicality and space. 
With sports car-derived handling, a practical 565-litre load space and advanced convenience and safety features, the XF Sportbrake has the best of Jaguar design and technology. It also delivers impressive aerodynamic efficiency of Cd 0.29.
"The iconic Jaguar posters of the 1950s promised customers grace, pace and space. The XF Sportbrake re-imagines this offer for 21st-century active families, with stunning looks, sports car performance and a load space fit for active lifestyles."
Ian Callum, Jaguar Director of Design
Innovations include an intuitive gesture-controlled sunblind for the Sportbrake's super-sized, full-length, panoramic roof, Driver Condition Monitoring to detect signs of tiredness after an active day and a waterproof Activity Key you can wear while playing sport. Customers can also specify Cabin Air Ionisation, which purifies air to provide protection against environmental pollution and promote health and wellbeing.
Self-levelling rear suspension ensures an effortless ride, even when towing loads of 2,000kg. The XF Sportbrake is available with Jaguar’s advanced range of clean and efficient four-cylinder Ingenium petrol and diesel engines with CO2 emissions as low as 118g/km.
“As with the XF saloon, every line on the Sportbrake serves a clear purpose, creating a fast, sweeping silhouette. This gives the car a sense of speed and a very dynamic appearance. As a result, I think it looks just as sporty as the saloon, if not more so.”
Ian Callum, Jaguar Director of Design
After helping to introduce the XF Sportbrake, Andy Murray warmed up for Wimbledon with a light-hearted celebrity doubles match on a pop-up court. Murray and coach Jamie Delgado faced comedians Rob Brydon and Jimmy Carr in a contest streamed live online, with commentary by Tim Henman.
Jaguar is entering its third season as Official Car Partner to The Championships at Wimbledon, which runs from Monday 3 July to Sunday 16 July. Jaguar will supply 170 vehicles from its award-winning range, including the XE, XF, XJ and F-PACE.
To help inspire the next generation of tennis talents, Jaguar is doing something that has never been done before in the history of the Wimbledon Championship, and is taking the famous men’s singles trophy on a nationwide tour of clubs and schools. As Andy Murray counts down to the defence of his Wimbledon title later this month, the gilt cup will be chauffeured between venues in an XF Sportbrake.
The XF is manufactured at Jaguar Land Rover's Castle Bromwich Plant alongside the XE, XJ and F-TYPE. Castle Bromwich is now building six model lines, double that of ten years ago when XF was introduced. Employees who build the new model celebrated by watching the live launch coverage.
A decade of Jaguar XF – ten key moments:
2007 – Launched at Frankfurt Motor Show. First Jaguar saloon designed under Ian Callum
2009 – XFR announced featuring new 5.0-litre supercharged V8 engine, 0-60mph 4.7s, 510PS
2011 – New XF 2.2 Diesel, 1,313km, one tank of fuel
2012 – First XF Sportbrake revealed
2013 – 200,000th XF produced
2015 – All-New XF Launched, from 104g CO2, Up to 190kg lighter
2015 – All-New XF achieves Five Star Euro NCAP rating
2016 – All-Wheel Drive Launched globally. Long wheelbase XFL revealed at Beijing Motor Show
2017 – 190 awards won globally to date, Jaguar’s most decorated car
2017 – New XF Sportbrake revealed

Sunday, 13 November 2016

USA - Porsche will launch the updated Panamera at this years Los Angeles Auto Show.

  • The Panamera range expands with new 3.0 liter V6 turbo engine and long wheelbase availability
Porsche is continuing to increase the model range of the new Panamera: At the Los Angeles Auto Show, the sports car manufacturer will be presenting the luxury sport sedan with a new 330 hp V6 turbo gasoline engine, along with an extended wheelbase Executive version as yet another body option. 
The new V6 turbo is a highly efficient and agile addition to the impressive range of engines. Power is up by 20 hp from the corresponding engine of the previous Panamera generation. 
At the same time, Porsche was able to reduce the consumption of this completely redeveloped six-cylinder gasoline engine by up to 1.0 l/100 km on the New European Drive Cycle. 
The new 330-hp engine is available with rear-wheel drive in the new Panamera and all-wheel drive in the new Panamera 4 or Panamera 4 Executive.

While the Panamera and Panamera 4 with 330 hp redefine what can be expected at one end of the model line, the Executive models with their 5.9 inch (150 millimeter) longer wheelbase expand the body and equipment portfolio at the top end of the model line. 
The Executive models will be available in the all-wheel drive versions Panamera 4 Executive (330 hp), Panamera 4 E-Hybrid Executive (462 hp), Panamera 4S Executive (440hp) and Panamera Turbo Executive (550 hp).
The new Porsche Panamera Executive versions are equipped even more exclusively. The standard features are supplemented with a large panoramic roof, heated comfort seats with multi-way electrical adjustment in the front and rear, and adaptive air suspension with an electronically controlled damper system (Porsche Active Suspension Management / PASM). 
The roll-up sunblind behind the head restraints in the rear also comes as standard. The included equipment of the Panamera 4S Executive and Panamera Turbo Executive is even more comprehensive: Among other things, both models benefit from rear-axle steering and soft-close doors. 
As the most powerful model, the Panamera Turbo Executive is equipped with standard features such as four-zone climate control, LED main headlights including Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS), and ambient interior lighting.
As an option, all Porsche Panamera Executive models are available with a newly developed large rear center console, and the latest generation of Porsche Rear Seat Entertainment. 
The 10.1-inch displays integrated into the backrests of the front seats can be detached for a wide range of uses; when needed, they transform the rear of the Panamera into a digital workplace. 
The high-quality displays can also be used as tablets outside the vehicle. Similar to the existing Panamera models, the exterior of the Executive versions can be further individualized with a Sport Design Package.
The fully redeveloped second generation of the Panamera was introduced to the world earlier in 2016. The three all-wheel drive models previously announced include the Panamera 4S, Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, and Panamera Turbo. 
With the new 330 hp engine variants and the Executive models, the Panamera range now comprises nine different models with power outputs ranging from 330 to 550 hp. Deliveries for the 2017 Panamera 4S and Panamera Turbo will begin in January 2017.

Friday, 4 November 2016

Hyundai launches a new limited production Tucson at SEMA, the NIGHT model, comes with dark/black accents.

  • New NIGHT Model Goes on Sale Late 2016
Hyundai revealed its new, limited-production NIGHT model at the 2016 SEMA show in Las Vegas. This new offering for the popular Tucson CUV appeals to customers that value a distinctive new blackout monotone attitude that expresses their own individuality. 
“Our new NIGHT model attracts those who already appreciate the striking styling of the Tucson and want something just a little more to set them apart—the exclusive black RAYS® wheels with the panoramic roof combine for high appeal, inside and out,” said Trevor Lai, manager, Product Planning, Hyundai Motor America. 

The Night model goes on sale in late 2016 and pricing will be announced with dealership availability.
Tucson achieves this black monotone appearance by adding the following combination of special features to standard Tucson Sport model content:
Exterior
  • RAYS® 19-inch black-finish alloys with black lug nuts, branded center cap and red valve stem caps
  • Panoramic sunroof with dark, black-tinted glass appearance for a blackout look
  • Gloss black side mirror caps
Interior
  • Aluminum-alloy sport pedals
  • Perforated leather steering wheel
  • Front and rear LED maplights
The Tucson NIGHT model is available exclusively in Coliseum Gray, Caribbean Blue, Dazzling White and Black Noir Pearl exterior colors.

Saturday, 9 July 2016

For the first time on the model since introduction in 2013, Nissan has listed a Limited Black Edition on the Qashqai.

  • Qashqai Black Edition is first Special Version introduced since model was launched in 2013
  • Based on top-spec Tekna grade with styling enhancements and powered by dCi 110 engine
  • Limited production run is on sale now priced from £27,310 OTR
Nissan is pleased to introduce the stylish new Black Edition’ to the Qashqai line-up. A new flagship specification for the range, the Black Edition is the first Special Version of Qashqai available since the model was launched in 2013. Offered in a limited production run, the Black Edition is on sale now and priced from £27,310 OTR.


Based on the generously equipped Tekna grade, Black Edition enhancements include 19” Black Ibiscus alloy wheels, Pearl Black metallic paint, front and rear styling plates and ‘Black Edition’ badged door entry guards.
The model also gains the sleek Panoramic Roof with one-touch shade, making it the only Qashqai with a glass roof as standard – typically a £400 option on Tekna models.
Nissan’s suite of advanced safety and driver assist systems – collectively known as Nissan Safety Shield – are included on the car as standard. These include Lane Departure Warning, High Beam Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition, Forward Emergency Braking, Blind Spot Warning, Moving Object Detection and Driver Attention Alert.
Additional specification includes full black leather upholstery, Intelligent Park Assist, bi-LED headlights and the state-of-the-art NissanConnect infotainment system. Based around an integrated seven-inch high-resolution touch-screen, it includes DAB digital radio and satellite navigation. Nissan’s pioneering 360º Around View Monitor – to help with low-speed manoeuvres – is also fitted as standard.
The Qashqai Black Edition is powered by the frugal yet refined dCi 110 6-speed manual 2WD, which delivers 70.6mpg combined fuel economy and CO2 emissions of just 103g/km.
Kieran McMenamin, Section Manager for Qashqai at Nissan Motors GB Ltd., commented; “Top-grade Tekna versions represent around one in three Qashqai purchases and recent reveals like the Qashqai Premium Concept identify a desire and demand for Qashqai to extend towards the higher end of the segment. As a new flagship for the range, the Black Edition is the definitive statement for Qashqai – luxury styling and generous specification but maintaining an accessible price point. In fact, at just £450 more than the equivalent Tekna, the model represents around £1200 in savings compared with individual Option prices on Tekna models.”
The multi-award-winning Qashqai’s impressive quality, styling and innovative technologies continue to make it the best-selling crossover in Europe. Since production began in 2013, a new Qashqai has been built every 62 seconds, or 58 per hour, at the plant in Sunderland, UK. In September 2015 the Nissan Qashqai became the fastest ever UK-built vehicle to smash the half million production mark.

Thursday, 13 November 2014

New, next generation Hyundai i20 arrives with pricing and specs announced.

  • New Generation Hyundai i20 starts from £10,695 OTR
  • Sophisticated design: elegant lines and refined details
  • Best equipped and first in-segment features including full panoramic sunroof
  • Class leading interior space
  • CO2 emissions starting from 84 g/km, among the lowest in segment
Sporting a sophisticated new design, generous levels of equipment and segment firsts, including a striking full panoramic sunroof, Hyundai Motor UK has revealed pricing and specification details for the New Generation i20. The latest product designed, engineered and built in Europe, the i20 range will be priced from £10,695 OTR when it enters showrooms in January 2015.

Available in five trim levels, the New Generation i20 provides B-segment customers with exceptional levels of equipment. Kicking off the range is i20 S, priced from £10,695, featuring a high standard specification including electric front windows, remote central locking, tinted windows and RDS radio with USB. Supplementing this attractive package, the S Air benefits from the addition of Manual Air Conditioning, while the economical S Blue adds Intelligent Stop and Go (ISG) and low rolling resistance tyres. Both i20 S and i20 S Air are paired with a 1.2 litre 75ps ‘Kappa’ petrol engine, while S Blue is powered by a 1.1-litre CRDi 75ps diesel engine.

The volume selling i20 SE model gains numerous additions including 16” alloy wheels, voice activated Bluetooth®, Cruise Control with speed limiter, front fog lights, Lane Departure Warning System, rear electric windows and reversing sensors among many other features - prices start from just £12,725. Power comes from a choice of 1.2 litre 84ps or 1.4-litre 100ps petrol engines or 1.1-litre 75ps or 1.4-litre 90ps diesel engines.


Customers opting for the Premium model benefit from even more high-end features including Smartphone Docking Station, automatic dimming rearview mirror, automatic headlights and wipers, Climate control, cornering lights, LED daytime running lights and LED rear lights, projection headlamps and privacy glass. 

The Premium SE tops the range with equipment that includes front parking sensors, heated front seats and steering wheel and opening panoramic glass sunroof. Premium and Premium SE models share their powertrains with SE models, with the exception of the 1.1-litre 75ps diesel which is not offered in the higher trims.

New Generation i20 pricing
New Generation
i20
CO2 Emissions
(g/km)
Insurance Group
(1-50)
VED BandRecommended On
The Road Price
S
1.2 75PS1125EC£10,695.00
S Air
1.2 75PS1125EC£11,445.00
S Blue
1.1 CRDi 75PS846EA£12,445.00
SE
1.2 84PS1196EC£12,725.00
1.4 100PS12710ED£13,325.00
1.4 100PS Auto15510EG£14,225.00
1.1 CRDi 75PS1036EB£14,225.00
1.4 CRDi 90PS10611EB£14,725.00
Premium
1.2 84PS1197EC£13,725.00
1.4 100PS12710ED£14,325.00
1.4 100PS Auto15510EG£15,225.00
1.4 CRDi 90PS10612EB£15,725.00
Premium SE
1.2 84PS1197EC£14,725.00
1.4 100PS12710ED£15,325.00
1.4 100PS Auto15510EG£16,225.00
1.4 CRDi 90PS10612EB£16,725.00

Longer, lower and wider than the outgoing model, the New Generation i20 introduces a sophisticated design with elegant lines and refined details. The longer bonnet, short rear overhang and floating roof effect combined with LED running lights and LED rear light clusters give the car a dynamic presence on the road.

Inside, the New Generation i20 delivers class leading interior space thanks to a 45mm increase in the wheel base. The driver orientated cockpit is simple and intuitive while a range of interior colours create a bright and spacious ambiance. Boot space is among the best in the segment from 326 litres*.

All new comfort, convenience and technology features elevate the New Generation i20 to the top of the B-segment. A first-in-class panoramic opening glass sunroof allows light to pour into the cabin while heated front seats, heated steering wheel and climate control help ensure comfort for the driver and passengers alike. Features including automatic folding door mirrors, a variable boot floor and generous interior storage provide occupants with exceptional levels of practicality and versatility.

Smartphone users will immediately feel at home in the New Generation i20 with the new Smartphone docking station acting as a centrepiece on the all-new dashboard. Compatible with iPhone 5, 5s, 6 and a range of Samsung Galaxy devices, the Smartphone docking station empowers i20 customers to use their powerful pocket devices for navigation and entertainment. 

Voice activated Bluetooth, including My Music functionality which can store and play up to 1GB of music, USB/iPod and auxiliary audio-in connectivity further enhance entertainment capabilities.

An optional in-built touch screen navigation system will be available as a factory fit which includes the addition of a rear-view camera. 

The New Generation i20 once again raises the bar for Hyundai Motor in terms of quality and refinement. The new model makes extensive use of Ultra High Strength Steel (42% vs 16% on the outgoing i20), increasing rigidity by 64% for improved handling and a refined driving character. The extensive use of high density sound absorption materials significantly improves NVH inside the cabin to deliver a modern premium experience for occupants.

6 airbags, Hill Start Assist Control, ABS, ESP, VSM, Emergency Stop Signal, Tyre Pressure Monitoring and other safety features ensure a high level of safety - all as standard. When combined with driver orientated features such as Lane Departure Warning, Front and Rear Parking Sensors, Cruise Control with Speed Limiter and Static Cornering Lights, New Generation i20 delivers premium levels of occupant safety usually found in cars the class above.

Full pricing and specifications:

i20 S –from £10,695
15" steel wheels
ABS / ESC / VSM / HAC / ESS / TPMS
Alarm
Body coloured door mirrors & handles
Bulb type DRL
Deadlocks
Driver / passenger sunvisor with mirror
Driver seat height adjust
Dual front / side / curtain airbags
Electric front windows
Electric heated door mirrors with indicators
Front speakers
Glove box
Immobilizer
Luggage lamp
Manual tilt and telescopic steering column
Parcel shelf
Rear coat hooks
Rear wiper
Remote central locking
Speed / impact door locking / unlocking
Tinted windows
Tyre repair kit
RDS radio (No CD) + USB+ AUX
i20 S Air (based on S)  from £11,445
Manual A/C with glove box cooling
i20 S Blue (based on S)  from £12,445
Intelligent stop and go (ISG)
Low rolling resistance tyres
i20 SE (in addition to S)  from £12,725
16” alloy wheels
Auto up/down electric front windows
Bluetooth® with Voice Activation
Cruise control + Speed limiter
Front aero type wipers
Front fog lights
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
Leather wrapped steering wheel / gear stick
Map lamp / sunglasses holder
Radio/USB/AUX/CD/front speakers
Rear electric windows
Reversing sensors
Space saver spare wheel
Tweeter speakers
Steering wheel audio & Bluetooth® controls
Vanity lamp
Variable height boot floor
Factory options
Integrated navigation with rear camera
Driver Assist pack :
LED DRL / projection headlights with static cornering lights
Smartphone docking station
i20 Premium (in addition to SE)- from £13,725
Auto dimming mirror
Auto lights
Auto wipers
Centre console armrest / storage
Climate control + Auto Defog
Front cornering light
LED DRL
LED rear lights
Power folding door mirrors
Privacy glass
Projection headlamps
Rear speakers
Seat belt adjustable anchor
Supervision cluster
Waistline moulding
Smartphone docking station
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with individual tyre pressure display
Factory option
Integrated navigation with rear camera
i20 Premium SE (in addition to Premium)- from £14,725
Chrome effect surround front grille
Front parking sensors
Heated front seats and steering wheel
Sunroof–panoramic glass electric tilt & slide
Factory option
Integrated navigation with rear camera