2013 cars release

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New Mazda 6 is Beautiful to the Core

Ony those in need of serious optical enhancement will find anything wrong withthe street profile of Mazdas all new 6. Having drooled over its concept at lastyears Geneva Motor Show, it is now here in the flesh, ready to boogie down ourboreens and back-streets, with the same level of cometency as its dismissesmotorway miles.

With its introductory 2.0 litre Petrol model prced from 28,745,(excludingmetallic paint and delivery charges) and the Diesel Sport Saloon available from 31,795, Mazda Ireland have great hopes that the external beauty of their new 6will be enough to attract conquest customers to its forecourts, where a test drivewill allow them to sample the talent of a car that delivers in reality, all that isallured to on the outside.

The 6 will be available in Saloon or Tourer body styles, my test drive taking me over roads that would have Noah askingfor more time, being in the company of the 6-speed manual, 150bhp, 2.2 litre Diesel Tourer. Internally, all is welcoming,from the tactile steering wheel to the soft-touch cockpit materials used, to the satin chrome and black piano glossedinserts, all combine to give a premium ambience. Drivers will find their exact deportment through the multi-adjustableseating and steering, the cockpit and centre consul controls clear and well laid out.Having had a fondness for the original Mazda 6s driving dynamics, I was keen to see if Mazda had carried its DNA intothis new model. Given that there are many cars offering a plethora of toys and a fit n finish of similar quality, I always lookfor those that deliver on the road. I like cars that converse with me, tell me how things are going, what they like, what theydont and escpecially those that can competently deal with our own challenging domestic road network, all the whilekeeping me isolate but informed.

I was delighted during my launch drive to find that this new Mazda 6 is full ofchat, which was much appreciated, as the flow of road rivers in rural Wicklowwas spectacularly dangerous. The ride quality is very good, offering reassurance

and sure-footedness, all the while those inside are free to converse withoutbeing jarred or rattled into a relgous moment. Free of the back roads, the new 6covered the motorway miles with ease. Road noise was not intrusive and againthe road-feel was excellent, the 2.2 diesel subtely capable of dismissing tarmacably assisted by its 380Nm of torque.Akin to other manufacturers, Mazda have their own acronym for their approachto driving dynamics and eco-driving, theirs being SkyActiv Technology. As canbe assumed, the diesel option will be the most popular choice here, all of whichwill come with i-Stop, (Stop/Start), and i-Eloop; Mazdas new regenerative braking system, which turns stored kineticenergy into electricity to power the vehicles electrical systems of air-conditioning, lights etc very clever.

Standard safety features on diesel models include Smart City Brake Support, Hill Hold Assist, and Dynamic StabilityControl. Customers can choose from four new body colours Soul Red Metallic Blue Reflex Mica - Meteor Grey Mica

and Jet Black Mica.

The expected best sellers here will be the Sport Model in both the Saloon and Tourer format, where the standard toysinclude: 17 Alloy wheels, 5.8 touch screen multimedia audio system, climate control, cruise control and Bluetooth, frontand rear parking sensors and Smart City Brake Support.

Euro for euro, Mazdas new 6 delivers space and grace in this very competitive segment, against the none too shyplayers of Mondeo, Avensis, Insignia, i40, Optima, Accord and Passat. It undoubtedly has a premium feel and its on-roadmanners are impeccable. This is a must-drive car for anyone buying in this segment. Im in love again.



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Summer Luvin from Peugeot

Having been awarded the accolade by the Irish Motoring Writers Association of Continental Irish Small Car of the Year2013, Peugeot Ireland has just sent us a teaser on their upcoming 2008 Crossover due here this summer.

The 2008 has been designed and developed jointly by several international markets. Engineers and stylists from Paris,Shanghai, China and Sao Paulo, Latin America worked together to create the vehicle. It will go into production in 2013,first in France (Mulhouse) then in China (Wuhan) and later in Brazil (Porto Real).

4.16 metres long, the 2008 Crossover has an elevated driving position, carrying aspects of hatchback and SUV. It shouldappeal to those customers who want space, grace and comfort, all wrapped in a compact roomy interior that is urbanmanageable.

Coming with LED daytime running lights and the now familiarly friendly Peugeot face, the 2008 wears its pronounced

wheel arches, rear spoiler and roof bars really well, the optional panoramic roof adding to the internal ambience. Bootaccess is unhindered due to a low loading sill for those with loads to lug.

Fitted with the latest generation e-HDi Diesel and new 3-cylinder petrol engines, the 2008 urban crossover has CO2emissions starting from 99g/km.

Due to make its world debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March, the 2008, prices and equipment levels for the Irishmarket will be announced closer to launch



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Sensible Sandero set to Saunter

Having released their Duster in left-hand drive for appraisal here in July 2012, prior to its right-hand drive arrival, Daciahave now added their Sandero 5-door, supermini to their ever increasing dealer network.

Unashamedly catering for those looking for maximum bang-for-their-buck and overseen by parent company Renault,Dacia will undoubtedly attract those looking to trade their 5+ year old car against one that has garnished praise from ourEuropean neighbours on its honesty and reliability. 1,733 mm wide by 4,058 mm long, with space for five adults and bootcapacity of 320 litres, the Sandero sits on your driveway for 9990.

Available in two trim levels, Alternative and Signature, the Sandero entry level features Daytime Running Lights,Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Emergency Brake Assist (EBA), four airbags, height adjustable headrests, 60/40 splitfolding rear seat, electric front windows and Radio with CD, MP3, USB and Bluetooth as standard.

Those choosing Signature trim get additional equipment that includes 15 alloy wheels, leather steering wheel, 7-funtiontrip computer, cruise control, front fog lights, manual air conditioning and rear electric windows.

A short drive in the 1.2 petrol showed it to be quite capable, being smooth and quiet, with road noise at an acceptablelevel, albeit out on the motorway, parents may have to shout a tad louder at those in the rear. It fulfills its function prettywell, coped with various road systems and while it may fail to get a rostrum in the beauty pageant, it will be a good friendto many.

Renault Irelands timing of bringing the Romanian built Dacia brand to market could hardly be better, as the national carpark is aging badly. Current owners of high-mileage and costly pre-2008 cars can now look at replacement with a new,economical and more reliable car, as distinct from moving for a second-hand unit. Reassurance can be gleaned by Daciabeing the fastest growing brand in Europe, where its simplicity and functionality, allied to access to finance, has won itmany driveways. Here a new Sandero can be seen through the curtains for 99 per month.

The Sandero comes with a 3 year/100,000 km warranty, extendable up to 5 years unlimited mileage for 369.



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Connection Edition for the Citroen Three

Citron Motors Ireland has unveiled a new range of C3, C4 and C5 models called the Connected Edition range.

The Citron C3 Connected Edition, from 14,995, comes with Bluetooth, air con, USB Connector, front fogs lights andgear efficiency indicator as standard. Power choice is via their new puretech VTi 82 petrol engine, (107g CO2), or the HDi70 diesel, (99g CO2), that qualifies for lower road tax and improves fuel economy.

Their good looking C4, starts at 19,995 has the HDi 90 Diesel engine, offering economy that in old money equates to64mpg. Standard specification includes cruise control and air con, C4 also includes Bluetooth and USB connectivity,stylish 16 alloy wheels and front fog lights.

Pricing for the Citron C5, (HDi 115bhp), Connected Edition, starts at 26,995, gives you 16 alloys Bluetooth, eMyWaySatellite Navigation and air conditioning, together with the comfort toys of cruise control and rear parking sensors.

Finishing the appearance of the C5 are front fog lights and chrome window sills as standard.



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New Outlander promises to sparkle

Mitsubishis new 3rd generation Outlander is available in 5-seater, 2-wheel drive or 7-seater, 4-wheel drive, in manual orautomatic.

It promises to deliver fuel consumption in the high 50mpg range, with low emissions placing it in the new Road Tax Bandof B1, B2 and C. If you think thats impressive, Mitsubishi plan to bring a plug-in hybrid version to market in 2013, with asub-50g/km of CO2.

All is smooth and chrome-enhanced on the outside, the wrap around headlights a nice touch, meaning the new Outlanderlooks less intimidating than other SUVs and indeed some estates.

Offering improved interior space, a well laid out driver and centre console, plus some 40 safety, comfort and stylingfeatures as standard. Those needing to haul can avail of the 1022 litres of cargo space with the rear seats folded.

Overall this very civilised Outlander will appeal to those with trailers to tow, land to cross and winters to endure notforgetting the shenanigans of the school run.



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Commercial Pajero gets price trim and 5-year

warrantyRolling on our roads for the past 25 years, where it has accumulated 15,000 sales, Mitsubishis Pajero popularity in thecommercial and agricultural sectors is well established.

Sitting in Category C with VRT of 200, Mitsubishis latest Pajero SWB manual has been reduced by 1,700 to 37,950,the LWB manual reduced by 1,000 to 40,950, (prices include VAT and VRT).

All new Mitsubishi Commercial vehicles, including the Pajero, have a 5-year/150,000km warranty as standard, includingthe L200 Double Cab. Mitsubishi Passenger cars have an 8-year warranty as standard.

The Long Wheel Base model develops 200BHP and has a towing capacity of up to 3,500kg, while the Short Wheel Base

towing capacity is lower at 3,000kg.

Gerard Rice, Managing Director of Mitsubishi Motors Ireland commented: We believe that the immediate price reductionfor the Pajero Commercial range will make it even more attractive to potential owners while the introduction of a 5 yearwarranty across our commercial vehicle range is a strong endorsement of the reputation for quality and reliability thatMitsubishi vehicles enjoy.



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Rapid Skoda thats not

In rejuvenating a name from its automotivepast, Skodas Rapid is priced to live up to itsmoniker, as it should disappear fromdealerships PDQ. Not to be confused with anability to scream across tarmac, the Rapid is asaloon lookalike, which is actually a hatchbackand sits between the Fabia and Octavia as adriveway choice. It comes with an introductoryprice of 15,995 for the 3-cylinder 1.2 MPi(75bhp) and rises to 24,195 for the 105bhpdiesel Elegance. My test car was theElegance, 1.2 TSI/63kW (86bhp), 5-speed

manual at 21,405.

As the new Octavia goes up-market, the arrivalof the Rapid, a cousin to the SEAT Toledo, isbuilt on an extended VW Polo platform,(wheelbase of 2,600mm), the Octavia usingthe VW Golf platform. It unambiguously targetsthose looking for room for five and boot space(550 litres), to match, all wrapped in a heritage of reliability that the Skoda name now stands for.

Externally it is a Skoda from way across the car park, most observers calling it an Octavia, requiring new owners toeducate as they go, a similar process undoubtedly going to be required for the term Rapid. It is not the most dynamiclooking cars, but there is a clean, solid look to it that many should find reassuring.

Three trim levels, Active, Ambition (+ 950) and Elegance (16-inch alloys + 750). All Rapids come with 15 wheels, ESC(ESP) six airbags as standard.

On the road, the Rapid is a competent traveller and while it may not engage the driver in you, it is nonetheless capable ofdispensing kilometres of tarmac with ease. Tyre and road noise will require a couple of extra notches up on chit-chat andyour music choice the price of its price having to be paid somewhere.

Overall, the Rapid ticks will many boxes for young families looking for a roomy 5-seater, with the ability to haul half-ahouse at a whim. The range of engines is excellent from petrol to diesel, the drive decent, the build quality withoutcriticism and the residuals undoubtedly strong.

In Dub-speak the term Rapid means great or if you like, Bleedin Deadly so maybe there lies the truth to its name.



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Sorrento makes the Grade

Kias 2013 Sports Utility Vehicle, the Sorento, All-Wheel-Drive, 7-seater has just hit the streets, its 2.2 197bhp dieselpriced at 37,990 for the EX model, with those opting for the Platinum model requiring 41,790. CO2 emissions are downby 14% on the previous model to 155 g/km, placing it in into the C band with road tax of 390 per year. Manual orautomatic six-speed transmission is available on both specifications, with maximum torque 436Nm on automatic modelsand 421Nm manual.

EX Specification:

17 Alloys,Roof rack,Parking sensors,Climate control front, Manual heating/air con in the rear

Bluetooth.

Platinum Specification:

Panoramic Sunroof,Leather Upholstery with heated front seats,Drivers seat with 6 way power adjustmentRain sensorRear privacy glassReversing cameraHID (High Intensity Discharge Lamps)

The Sorento comes with a re-engineered body shell, is restyled front and rear, with new front and rear bumpers completewith distinctive upright fog lights, a new front grille plus headlamps with LED positioning lights, a new tailgate withreshaped LED combination lamps. Sorento owners can further add to the look with the addition of 17, 18 or 19 alloywheels.

Ride height has been reduced by 10mm, aiding access, the cabin floor is lower and occupants get 30mm more legroomin the second row, while those aft get an extra 9mm.

The 4WD system works via on demand, where it delivers 100% of engine torque to the front wheels during all normalcity and open-road driving. When it detects that the front wheels are losing grip, a percentage of torque (up to 50%) isautomatically transferred to the rear wheels. Where things get seriously iffy underfoot the driver can select Lock Modewhich delivers 50% of torque to both the front and rear axles.

The basic specification of the Sorrentos suspension is unchanged front MacPherson struts and a multi-link set up at therear the subframes which support the suspension are completely new, stronger designs and have revised mounting

bushes to dampen vibrations. Upgrades have resulted in the fitment of larger suspension bushes, longer trailing arms atthe rear and HPD (High Performance Dampers).

Owners can opt for Kias FlexSteer system, which provides Normal, Sport and Comfort modes with three differentweights to match their driving mood or demand.

Safety is also enhanced on this upgraded Sorrento, with up to six front, side and curtain airbags fitted. Larger diameter(320 mm) ventilated front disc brakes are also fitted, as well as an active hood system, (AHS), which raises the trailingedge of the hood during a collision to reduce the severity of pedestrian injury. Active safety technologies including ESC(electronic stability control), VSM (vehicle stability management) and HAC (hill-start assist control), which prevents slip-back during stop-start driving on inclines, provide silent, default cover in all driving conditions.



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Fiesta Van makes commercial sense

As handy as a wee pot a saying that easily fits the arrival and functionality of Fords new Fiesta Van, which has justarrived in Ireland. It will come in three formats, Fiesta Van, Trend Van and Sport Van, with prices starting at 14,620 forthe 1.25 litre, 82bhp, petrol Van model.

Internally, there is 1.3 metres of load length and 1.0 cubic metre of load space available, with a secure steel bulkhead andfour cargo tie-down hooks, which are developed in accordance with the international DIN standard for load restraints, plusa tough rubber floor mat and durable sidewall trim. The gross payload ranges from 485-508 kg.

For those choosing the diesel option, all of which sit below the CO2 ceiling of 100 g/km and promising great fueleconomy, they have the option of the new 75bhp, 1.5 litre, Duratorq TDCi, or the 95bhp, 1.6 litre, Duratorq, TDCi.

Eddie Murphy, Chairman and Managing Director of Ford Ireland commented, Both local tradesmen and urban delivery

fleets will appreciate its sharp, professional looks, while relying on its versatility, dependability and low running costs.

Tekkies will not get bored in the Fiesta, as it carries some of Fords assistance and safety features. Ford MyKey allowsbusinesses to encourage safer driving and limit the drivers exposure to risk at the wheel as well as providing fleets withownership information. As with the new Transit Custom, the Fiesta Van also offers the in-car connectivity system FordSYNC.

Ford SYNC with Emergency Assistance directly connects the vehicle occupants to local emergency services operatorsafter an accident, in the correct language should you be out foreign. Also on new Fiesta is Active City Stop, a systemdesigned to help drivers avoid low speed collisions, alongside Hill Launch Assist, Easy Fuel and Rear View Camera.



11/12

BMW Grand Coupe - your future is now

Long, low, sleek and oozing potency, BMWs 640d GrandCoupe will get you at Hello! If you need more, just press theunlock button and when the day-running lights come on youllbe hooked. This latest luxury wunderwagen from BMW will taketo the streets against the Mercedes CLS, Audis A7 and thePorsche Panamera, its sporting executive leanings looking tocapture those whose pulse is still beating with a punch.

Its Bavarian masters refer to it as a 4+1, the middle rear seatpassenger needing to be of small stature to enjoy the companyof this tarmac shredding grand tourismo. Boot space is ausable 460 litres, which expands to 1,265 litres when the rear

seats are folded.

70kg heavier and built on the 6-Series platform, which hasbeen extended by some 113mm to provide roof and widthroom, my test car was fitted with BMWs wonderfully wonderfulin-line, 6-cylinder, twin-turbo diesel, whose company I shared previously in their delicious 535d some reunions areworth the wait.

Being low set, those of high elevation like myself will have to bend a bit more prior to ensconcing themselves in thesupportive leather sports seats. Once seated, everything is within easy reach, the fittings and furnishings of a qualitysuited to its intentions.

The star of my show was undoubtedly the twin, sequential-turbo 3.0-litre diesel under the hood. Those loving of bhp willfind the 310 Germanic gi-gis enthusiastic company, all the while it can deliver close to 50mpg in old money, plus its CO2emissions of 148g/km sits it in Band C with an annual Road Tax of 390. The Grand Coupes ability to cover ground isbrilliantly assisted by the 630Nm of torque that delivers the horizon into your lap in a manner akin to warp factor.

Open road and Motorway driving is an absolute doddle, the engine running on virtual sleep mode. Fitted with BMWsAdaptive Drive package, you can select ECO PRO, Comfort+, Comfort, Sport and Sport+, depending on your drivingdemand. Selected via a button on the centre console next to the iDrive Controller, this system changes the responsesfrom the gearbox, steering, throttle and stability system.

Suffice it to say that the selection of Sport+ will awaken the dragon, your future will be converted to present and thatpulsation you feel is very probably your licence looking to escape the seamless gearchange through the steeringpaddles that allows selection any of the 8 ratios at a flick - the beauty of the exhaust snarl at revs, unlikely to mitigate yourpredicament if facing a wigged person asking why.

Voted Continental Executive/Luxury Car of the Year 2013 by the Irish Motoring Writers Association, the Grand Coupe isundoubtedly select company. It looks stunning, is brilliant company and I doubt if I would ever get fed up with it. Nuff said.

On the road prices for the Grand Coupe begin with the 640i at 106,010, my 640d test car asking 101,720 to share itscompany on a more permanent basis.



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