fleet car winter 2012

Volume 10. No. 4. Winter 2012

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INTERVIEWINTERVIEW: Andrew Doyle, Managing Director, Audi Ireland: Andrew Doyle, Managing Director, Audi Ireland

LAUNCH PADLAUNCH PAD: • Ford • Honda • Hyundai • KIA • Opel • Skoda: • Ford • Honda • Hyundai • KIA • Opel • Skoda

COMPARISIONCOMPARISION: Ford Mondeos : Ford Mondeos TEST DRIVETEST DRIVE: Volvo S80: Volvo S80

FLEET CAR BUYERS' GUIDE 2013 BUYERS' GUIDE 2013

Continental Irish Car of the Year 2013Continental Irish Car of the Year 2013

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4 News• Motorcheck.ie Fleet Car Awards 2013 • GoCar is Go … again! • Continental Irish Car Award winners announced • BMW most reliable PLUS Junction Box

6 InterviewWith Andrew Doyle, Managing Director, Audi Ireland

8 ReviewNational Ploughing Championships 2012, New Ross, County Wexford

11 Fleet Car Buyers Guide 2013Five categories of cars listed in detail

27 Long Term TestComparison between two Ford Mondeo diesels

28 Launch PadNew models destined for ‘131’ plates

30 Direction/adiRoad Safety Newsletter

32 TestVolvo S80

34 Latest News• New products from Mercedes-Benz • Hyundai announcement

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SIMI disappointed with tax increases but welcomes new registration plate

Alan Nolan, Director General, SIMI:

"While increases in VRT and Road Tax were strongly signalled, we warned Government that now is not the time and it is certainly not the time to increase both. Th e motorist is already paying enough tax to be on the road and new car sales are down 10,000 on last year. We have always said that more tax would be generated from increasing the sale of cars rather than increasing taxation. Th e Budget VRT increases should deliver about €50 million but this amount could be generated from the sale of just 6,000 extra cars and this would also support 800 extra jobs which would save the Government almost €20 million.

On the plus side, for those buying a new car next year with a trade-in, the increase in VRT will have a knock-on eff ect on the value of the second hand, so the cost to change should not be signifi cantly diff erent. We are also satisfi ed that this major restructuring of VRT and Road Tax Bands was based on consultation with the Industry and has produced a structure that will give us stability into the future."

Alan Lyons, President of SIMI says, "Th e introduction of the new registration period is really good news for the Industry. For several years, we have been highlighting the problem of seasonality in our industry, where 80% of new cars are sold in the fi rst half of the year, forcing garages to reduce staff because of lack of business later on in the year. While we may not see a signifi cant change in buying patt erns in its fi rst year of introduction, the new plate will have a hugely positive impact on the industry in the long term."

Th e retention of the VRT relief for electric cars, plug-in hybrids and fl exi-fuel vehicles is also welcomed, as too is the reduction in Road Tax for Electric cars.

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NEWS 1

GoCar is go in Dublin and now Cork … again!

S ince the team behind Europcar took over the reins of the GoCar business they have focused on putt ing in place

the orgainisation structure to enable the car sharing scheme to fulfi ll its potential. Namely, improving the infrastructure by increasing the number of places to access a vehicle and the number and choice of vehicles available. Currently there are 22 GoCars, 17 in Dublin and 5 in Cork with additional centres coming on stream every week. The re-establishment of locations in Cork is interesting as the concept originated in the ‘Rebel City’.

GoCar CEO Colm Brady commented to Fleet Car on Ireland’s car sharing initiative returning to its roots,” GoCar was born and raised in Cork and it is no surprise that the car sharing concept has really taken off in the city. We are delighted to be opening the new base in CIT, Cork and

expanding the fl eet in the city centre.”

Th e GoCar initiative works on a pay-per-trip basis which allows the user the freedom to access a vehicle as when and they need it. “With a new

reduced pricing structure GoCa r now runs an easy to understand peak and off peak pricing platform for all users. The rate for our GoCity car is only €4.99 per hour at peak times from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and €2.49 per hour off-peak (8 p.m. – 8 a.m.) with 45 cent per

kilometer. Th is price is fully inclusive of all taxes, insurance and fuel,” added Colm Brady.

“In our new head offi ce in Santry, we have a dedicated team providing customer support, managing sign-ups and producing a more informed and user friendly website,” he concluded.

New Toyota Auris

With a bolder, more confi dent design the all-new Auris reinforces the new face of Toyota. Th e smart packaging and high-quality materials deliver a spacious and appealing interior along with a focus on weight management, chassis design and aerodynamics to improve the dynamic performance while reducing fuel consumption and emissions.

Renault Megane RevisedTh e most fuel-effi cient car in its class, new Mégane has undergone a number of styling changes, refreshing the range for 2013. New styling gives a more modern feel, while LED daytime running lights provide a distinctive new lighting signature while the bumper features a gloss black fi nish with chrome highlights. New Mégane is the fi rst Renault model to be available with the two new Stop & Start engines, which combine both motoring enjoyment and fuel effi ciency. Prices start at €18,990

Double Euro win for Reynolds!

Congratulations to Joe Reynolds, Chairman Reynolds Logistics on winning the 2012 FIA Trophy for Historic Regularity Rallies in the fi nal round held in Greece. For the majority of the 9 rounds he campaigned in a 1967 BMW 1600-2 Alpina. Aft er arriving home the next day, his company went on to win the overall European Transport Company of the Year Award 2012 presented at the Fleet Transport Expo 12 at Citywest, Dublin.

Following the success of the inaugural Motorcheck.ie Fleet Car Awards, the 2013 installment will be held earlier

next Spring and will continue with the successful format with just one addition to the award classifi cation line-up.

Due to the large number of estate cars now available from the various manufacturers (33 and counting!), the judging panel has decided to include an Estate-Premium category alongside the standard Estate Class, C-Segment, D-Segment (+ Premium) and Executive classes on the programme.

Since last time, a number of new cars have joined the list of candidates together with a few models that have received a mid-life makeover. Th e expert adjudication panel, all of who are involved in this specialist area of the motor industry will have to assess almost 100 cars from the Long List between now and late Spring and select the top ten models in each category. Th at Shortlist will then provide the opportunity for further analysis and examination from a practical and fi nancial viewpoint.

As per the fi rst edition, the event will culminate

with the Awards presentation luncheon at a venue to be confi rmed. More details soon on www.fl eetcar.ie or www.motorcheck.ie

Motorcheck.ie Fleet Car Awards 2013

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NEWS 11

For the fi rst occasion in many years members of the Irish Motoring Writers Association selected a premium class

model as the Continental Irish Car of the Year. For the 2013 award, the BMW 3 Series topped the polls with 240 points with the Volvo V40 taking 220 points followed by the Peugeot 208 on 202 points. All three were category winners announced at an awards ceremony in the Convention Centre, Dublin. Th e Toyota GT86 was another category winner as was the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe.

Th e Irish Motoring Writers' Association judges awarded points on the basis of criteria ranging from innovation and safety to space, comfort, build quality, driving quality and value for money.

Presenting the award to Michael Nugent, Director of Sales and Marketing, BMW Group Ireland, Paddy Murphy of sponsor, Continental Tyres Ireland, commented: "Th e BMW 3 Series is a fi tt ing winner of this prestigious award given its renowned effi ciency and technological strengths. For some time this series has been a favourite among the business and broader driving public, and the recognition of excellence from the Irish Motoring Writers today will only enhance this standing."

Th is award marks the fi rst time that BMW has taken the Irish Car of the Year title and signs off a very successful year for the German brand, having scored two category wins in the inaugural Motorcheck.ie Fleet Car Awards 2012 with the BMW 5 Series and 5 Series Touring winning the Executive and Estate classes respectively.

Category winners:

Peugeot 208 - Continental Irish Small Car 2013Volvo V40 - Continental Irish Compact Family Car 2013BMW 3 Series - Continental Irish Family Car 2013BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe - Continental Irish Executive / Luxury Car 2013 Toyota GT86 - Continental Irish Performance Car 2013

BMW produces the most reliable company cars in the UK, according to a survey of the 50 largest contract hire and leasing

companies, while Ford builds the most reliable vans. Companies are surveyed each year and ranked according to fl eet size, and in the survey they are asked to name their most reliable cars and vans. Th e list is complied by Sewells Research & Insight.

BMW has repeated its double victory in the 2011 survey coming top as most reliable car manufacturer as well as having three cars in the top 10 with the top spot taken by the 3 Series. Th e Volkswagen Golf has moved up one place from last year, while the third-placed Audi A4 is fi ve positions higher than in 2011.

Th e Honda Civic (predominantly the 2006-2011 model) takes fourth place aft er a brief absence from the top 10, while Honda demonstrates its consistence in producing reliable cars with the Accord in fi ft h position, retaining a long record in the top fi ve of the survey. Th e lower half of the top 10 contains three cars absent from the rankings in 2011, the fi rst being the Mercedes-Benz C-Class in sixth place, one position ahead of the Audi A3.

Top 10 most reliable cars; (2011 position in brackets) 1 BMW 3 series (1) 2 Volkswagen Golf (3) 3 Audi A4 (8) 4 Honda Civic (-) 5 Honda Accord (2) 6 Mercedes-Benz C-Class (-) 7 Audi A3 (4) 8= BMW 1 Series (-) 8= Ford Focus (-) 10 BMW 5 Series (10)

Top 10 most reliable car manufacturers; (2011 position in brackets) 1 BMW (1) 2 Audi (2) 3 Honda (3) 4 Volkswagen (4) 5 Toyota (5) 6 Ford (8) 7 Skoda (10) 8 Mercedes-Benz (7) 9 Nissan (6) 10 Volvo (-).

Meanwhile, the Opel/Vauxhall Ampera extended range electric vehicle has been honoured as Green Vehicle of the Year by fl eet decision-makers at the prestigious 2012 Association of Car Fleet Operators (ACFO) Awards. Th e awards, which are voted for online exclusively by the ACFO membership, are highly-prized because unlike many other awards they refl ect the day-to-day operational experience and expertise of f leet decision-makers.

Th is prize is the latest in a long line of over 40 top gongs for the ground-breaking Ampera, which include the current European Car of the Year.

BMW wins Continental Irish Car of the Year 2013 for the fi rst timeSemperit Award for Tyre & Service

Superstore (Square Fit)

Tyre & Service Superstore (Square Fit) with outlets in Tallaght, Ballymount and Finglas, was recently named the winner of the Semperit Tyre Retailer of the Year competition 2012. From a fi eld of some 25 tyre retailers nationwide, Tyre & Service Superstore was selected as the best performing across a number of criteria.

Kevin Farrell, MD of Tyre and Service Superstore, receives the Semperit Tyre Retailer of the Year award for 2012 fr om Paddy Murphy of Semperit Ireland.

Opel returns to Motorsport

Opel is returning to motor racing in the form of an internationally oriented rally program with the new Opel ADAM and a circuit series for the new Astra OPC that focuses on Germany. “Th ese new motorsports activities play an important role in the strategic re-alignment of the company; they are a fundamental element of our brand profi le,” says Dr. Th omas Sedran, Opel’s Deputy CEO. Especially in grassroot motorsport, the Ruesselsheim carmaker can look back on a long and successful tradition.

BMW Produces Most Reliable Company Cars

Paddy Murphy; Continental Ireland, Michael Nugent; BMW Ireland, Daniella Moyles and Gerry Murphy; Chairman IMWA.


INTERVIEW

J.S. From its origins with NSU to the success in the glory days of World Rallying to domination in Le Mans, Audi has made great progress in the past few decades. Discuss!

A.D. Innovation and progressiveness is at the heart of the company ethos and motorsport racing is a perfect opportunity for Audi to pioneer any technological developments. Th at is why the Audi brand is steeped in motorsport heritage. Audi has made great progress in the past few decades. Th e historic victory at Le Mans this year was of particular importance, as it is the oldest and one of the most competitive sports car races in the world. It was such an outstanding achievement for the team to win with a hybrid vehicle, as it had never before been done.

J.S. In the ongoing diffi cult times for the Irish motor industry, Audi must be confi dent of the future with signifi cant investment in new Dealerships and services?

A.D. Audi Ireland is investing heavily in the Irish market at present as we see strong potential for long-term growth. We are however, investing in sustainable businesses with long term business partners – our Audi Ireland Dealer Network – in strategically positioned market area locations. Despite the obvious and well publicised external economic diffi culties, we are backing our ambition with significant investment – just as we are with the Audi Brand on a world-wide basis.

2012 has been a very successful year for Audi, both on a global scale and here in Ireland and we are on track to be Ireland’s number one premium car marque for the fourth consecutive year.

Continued investment in our dealer network forms part of a global strategy which has been put in place to create larger, more effi cient businesses that can provide our customers with an unrivalled customer experience.

J.S. From a product perspective, Audi has a strong line-up in all segments, is there more to come?

A.D. It is fair to say that we have fantastic product – which is litt le wonder, as AUDI AG is investing more than €2 billion per annum into product development. We are particularly excited about our next product launch – the Audi A3 Sportback. It has been a success

story since its Irish launch back in 1996, and with the sleeker, sportier, more fuel effi cient model due to arrive in early 2013, we are confi dent it will defend its leading position within the premium A segment and strengthen its role in this segment in 2013.

J.S. Audi’s gradual increase in market share here in Ireland is noteworthy, where did the conquest customers come fr om? Did the ‘Celtic Tiger’ help?

A.D. I think the ‘Celtic Tiger’ helped the every manufacturer in Ireland, including Audi. However, I do not think our acquisition of new customers and increase in market share can be att ributed to this.

On the one hand, fi nance was readily available and that certainly enticed a large number of motorists to purchase premium market vehicles for the fi rst time and people did upgrade.

In saying that, Audi Ireland is continuing to enjoy outstanding success today, long aft er the ‘Celtic Tiger’. In 2012 we experienced a growth of around 10%, faster than any of our nearest competitors and have experienced record market share levels of 4.6% YTD. For the fourth consecutive year, we have enjoyed premium market leadership with a solid gap over our nearest competitor.

I fi rmly believe that our brand is seen as stylish and sophisticated but not ostentatious. Audi has this unique premium positioning but it is not “showy” and this suits certain post Celtic Tiger motorists.

Our success this year follows on from 2011 when we maintained our position as premium market leader delivering a total of 3,400 units to Irish customers. Th is fi gure represented a signifi cant year-on-year increase of 23% on 2010 underlining the sustained growth patt ern.

It is also important to note that Audi’s success is not isolated to any one region as globally Audi is growing from strength to strength and in the fi rst ten months of the year, the company handed over more than 1,220,000 cars to customers worldwide, 13% more than in the same period of 2011 – this too is faster than any of our main competitors globally.

J.S. Th e appreciation of the brand continues - how is this achieved? Is it through good Dealer back-up or just good reliability?

A.D. It is both actually.

We have the best people throughout the country and they are the face of the brand. Our dealers do

a fantastic job and the standard is consistently excellent. Th ey are trained, motivated, and passionate about the Audi Brand – their ultimate desire is to delight our customers.

Globally and in Ireland, Audi is 100% committ ed to providing customers with an unrivalled motoring experience and this is refl ected in our continued dealer network investment in Ireland and around the world. We aim to continue to excite our Audi customers once they are in the ‘family’.

Our model range is also really strong and we also off er excellent, fl exible (according to people’s situation), value driven fi nance packages to Irish motorists – we have loaned €30 million to Irish motorists in 2012 alone, and our Bank’s acceptance rate is almost 9 out of every 10 applications..

J.S. How signifi cant is the availability of fi nance through the Volkswagen Bank to the Audi brand?

A.D. It has been very signifi cant.

Audi Finance penetration of total sales has increased more than 40% in just twelve months to more than 20%, with more than €30 million provided in vehicle fi nance packages to Irish Audi customers this year alone.

Year-to-date, more than 20% of Audi customers have availed of a personalised fi nancial payment plan which guarantees the future value of your car.

J.S. Satisfi ed with your presence in the fl eet sector and happy with the category win with the A4 in the Motorcheck.ie Fleet Car Awards 2012?

A.D. We were delighted with the category win at the recent Motorcheck.ie Fleet Car Awards. Th e Audi A4 was shortlisted from a list of nearly 100 vehicles aimed at the business customer so it was great to see the A4 recognised for its styling, residual value, performance and fuel economy. It certainly is a great car for the fl eet sector!

Read the interview in full on www.fl eetcar.ie

One-to-OneAndrew Doyle, Managing Director,Audi Irelandwith Jarlath Sweeney,editor@fl eet.ie


REVIEW

National Ploughing Championships 2012

Bolands of WexfordBolands of Wexford were showcasing the new BMW 320d SE Touring estate car. It is claimed to have a combined consumption fi gure of 58.9mpg and is fi tt ed with a 2.0 diesel engine as well as a longer rear axle transmission ratio. Th ese features together with a lowered suspension and the use of specially designed aerodynamic alloy wheels combine ‘family car’ and ‘sportiness’. www.bolandswexford.ie

Land RoverTh e fourth generation Range Rover was displayed with a revolutionary lightweight all-aluminium monocoque body structure which is 39 percent lighter than the steel body in the outgoing model enabling total vehicle weight savings of up to 420kg. Th e lightweight aluminium platform has delivered signifi cant enhancements in performance with a transformation in fuel economy and CO2 emissions. In addition an all-new aluminium chassis has been completely re-engineered to include four-corner air suspension and is said to deliver fl att er, more confi dent cornering. www.landrover.ie

DaciaIn mid-July Dacia announced its arrival in Ireland with its Duster, the fi rst of its range to go on sale at just €14,990. Th e company says the response from Irish consumers to the new budget priced SUV has been phenomenal and pointed out that there are already 2 million of the Renault Group Romanian based brand on the road worldwide. Both 2WD and 4WD versions were on display. www.dacia.ie

MazdaTh e CX-5 SUV got huge att ention on the Mazda stand. Th e 2.0 litre engine with fuel consumption of 4.6l/100km was perhaps one of its key att ractions. A lightweight reinforced steel body shell probably contributes to this performance. Th e ‘Smart City Brake Support System’ comes as standard from Sport grade which is designed to prevent or reduce frontal collisions by using a sensor to monitor traffi c in front and then pre-loading the brakes in anticipation of sudden braking. www.mazda.ie

MiniAmong the many quirky looking cars on the Mini stand was ‘Countryman’. Th e elevated ground clearance and optional all-wheel drive make the Countryman a real diversifi cation for the brand. With four doors and four individual seats it is claimed to off er real comfort on long journeys and on rough terrain. With 1,170 litres of boot space and moving or folding down rear seats, extra luggage is also well catered. www.mini.ie

REVIEW

New Ross, County Wexford

Mondello Park/Prodrift Th e Prodrift Academy has teamed up with Mondello Park racing circuit to promote the Prodrift Academy experience. Drivers aged 13 and over are taught how to drift in specially prepared cars under professional supervision, by experienced competitors. At a cost of €99 it is expected to be a popular Christmas present for young and not so young enthusiasts. www.prodrift series.com / www.mondellopark.ie

SkodaIn addition to a wide range of vehicles and a demonstration track, Skoda wase promoting its ‘My ŠKODA’ Loyalty Programme which is designed to give customers more value from their ŠKODA including extra cash thanks to discounts on servicing or weekend shopping and dining. By signing up for the card a ŠKODA driver you can visit their local authorised retailer to avail of these rewards. www.myskoda.ie Pictured is Niamh Fairley, Aft ersales Marketing Specialist.

PeugeotPeugeot importers Gowan Motors gave pride of place on its stand to the Peugeot 508 RXH Hybrid4, which is the world’s fi rst diesel-electric hybrid passenger car. Marketing Manager Emma Toner pointed out that apart from its obvious environmental benefi ts the car produces 200bhp and is available in 4WD. www.peugeot.ie

Top GearTh e ever popular Top Gear simulator was drawing a lot of att ention. Utilising the technology of simulation, enthusiasts were put in some of the most up to date supercars including the 1,184bhp 253mph Bugatt i Veyron and the nimble R7500 Caterham driven by the Stig at the Top Gear test track. Using original BBC footage and presented in full HD you feel the full force of acceleration, slick gear changes and phenomenal breaking. www.topgearexperience.com

ToyotaMarketing executive Sinead Mac Curtain was keen to highlight the features of Toyota’s new GT86 sports car. Fitt ed with a 2.0 litre, 200bhp engine and rear wheel drive, the sports coupe will undoubtedly appeal to previous Celica, Supra and MR2 owners. 17” alloy wheels and a rear spoiler should also add to the att raction. www.toyota.ie

Text & Photos: Joe O'Brien - joe@fl eet.ie www.fl eetcar.ie | Winter 2012 9


Buyers' Guide 2013

MAKE/MODEL: Alfa Romeo Giuliett aENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.4 / 1.6-2.0 JTDPOWER RA NGE: 120-170bhpTRA NSMISSION: ManualECO-BAND: A-CCO2 COUNT: 114-149g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.4-7.6L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €20,495-3€1,845MOTOR TAX: €160-€330RESIDUAL: 30%WARRA NTY: 5 Years DEALERS: 10

MAKE/MODEL: Chrysler DeltaENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.4-1.6 / 1.6-2.0MJTDPOWER RA NGE: 120-165bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: BCO2 COUNT: 130-135g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.6-5.7L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €22,395-€30,995MOTOR TAX: €225RESIDUAL: 30%WARRA NTY: 5 Years DEALERS: 7

MAKE/MODEL: Audi A3ENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.4TSI / 1.6-2.0TDIPOWER RA NGE: 105-180bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/S-TronicECO-BAND: A-CCO2 COUNT: 99-135g/kmFUEL ECON: 3.8-5.9L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €26,660-€32,800MOTOR TAX: €160-€225RESIDUAL: 36%WARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 10

MAKE/MODEL: Citroen C4ENGINE RA NGE: 1.6Diesel: HDi/e-HDiPOWER RA NGE: 90-115bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/EGSECO-BAND: A (A2-A4)CO2 COUNT: 98-119g/kmFUEL ECON: 3.8-4.7L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €19,995-€26,945MOTOR TAX: €180-€200RESIDUAL: 28%WARRA NTY: 5 Years DEALERS: 25

MAKE/MODEL: BMW 1-SeriesENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.6-2.0 / 2.0dPOWER RA NGE: 102-184bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: A-DCO2 COUNT: 99-134g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.5-5.7L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €23,880-€39,800MOTOR TAX: €160-€667RESIDUAL: 33%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 14

MAKE/MODEL: Citroen DS4ENGINE RA NGE: 1.6-2.0Petrol/Diesel: THP/HDi/e-HDiPOWER RA NGE: 115-200bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/EGSECO-BAND: A4-CCO2 COUNT: 114-149g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.4-6.4L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €25,045-€31,345MOTOR TAX: €200-€390RESIDUAL: 30%WARRA NTY: 5 Years DEALERS: 25

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of year, the focus is on price thresholds, emission levels and residual values. As you will see, we concentrate on fi ve categories which generate the most sales in the company/corporate car sector – C-Segment,

D-Segment (plus Premium), Estate (plus Premium), Executive and Luxury. Listed are over 100 new cars ranging from existing models, newcomers and those that have benefi ted from a mid-life facelift .

Special thanks to Sixt Leasing, Merrion Fleet and another major leasing company for providing the forcast fi gures for the residual

values listed which is a combined average rating for each car.

Please note that the prices and tax bands mentioned were compiled pre-Budget due to publication and printer deadlines.

Compiled by Gerry Murphy and Cathal Doyle.


FLEET CAR BUYERS' GUIDE 2013

MAKE/MODEL: Ford Focus Hatch/SaloonENGINE RA NGE: 1.0 EcoBoost - 1.6/Petrol/Diesel: 1.6TDCi-2.0TDCiPOWER RA NGE: 85-115PSTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: A-CCO2 COUNT: 109-139g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.5-7.2L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €19,465-€30,595 (Hch) €19,865-€29,882 (Sal)MOTOR TAX: €160-€225RESIDUAL: 33%WARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 41

MAKE/MODEL: Hyundai i30ENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.4 / 1.4-1.6DPOWER RA NGE: 90-110bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: A-CCO2 COUNT: 109-145g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.1-6.0L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €18,995-€26-995MOTOR TAX: €160-€225RESIDUAL: 28%WARRA NTY: 5 Years DEALERS: 32

MAKE/MODEL: Mazda Mazda3ENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.6 / 1.6DPOWER RA NGE: 105-115bhpTRA NSMISSION: ManualECO-BAND: A-CCO2 COUNT: 115-147g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.3-6.3 L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €19,795-€23,645MOTOR TAX: €160-€330RESIDUAL: 31%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 26

MAKE/MODEL: Honda CivicENGINE RA NGE: 1.4 - 1.8i-VTEC/Petrol/Diesel: 1.6-2.2i-DTECPOWER RA NGE: 100-150PSTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: A-DCO2 COUNT: 94-148g/kmFUEL ECON: 3.3-6.3L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €21,395-€29,160MOTOR TAX: €160-€330RESIDUAL: 33%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 20

MAKE/MODEL: Kia cee’dENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.4 / 1.4-1.6DPOWER RA NGE: 89-126bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: A-CCO2 COUNT: 114-145g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.3-6.0L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €18,995-€28,895MOTOR TAX: €160-€225RESIDUAL: 30%WARRA NTY: 7 Years DEALERS: 15

MAKE/MODEL: Mercedes-Benz A ClassENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.6-2.0/1.5-2.2CDIPOWER RA NGE: 90-155bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: A-CCO2 COUNT: 98-148g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.1-6.4 L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €26,435-€41,230MOTOR TAX: €160-€330RESIDUAL: TBCWARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 23

MAKE/MODEL: Honda CR-ZENGINE RA NGE: 1.5 Petrol i-VTEC with IMA EVPOWER RA NGE: 124PSTRA NSMISSION: CVTECO-BAND: ACO2 COUNT: 117 g/km FUEL ECON: 5.0L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €25,400-€28,150MOTOR TAX: €160RESIDUAL: 30%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 20

MAKE/MODEL: Lexus CT200ENGINE RA NGE: Petrol: HybridPOWER RA NGE: 99bhpTRA NSMISSION: Hybrid AutoECO-BAND: ACO2 COUNT: 84-94g/kmFUEL ECON: 3.8-4.1L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €29,575-€34,435MOTOR TAX: €160RESIDUAL: 30%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 5

MAKE/MODEL: Mitsubishi LancerENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.8DiDPOWER RA NGE: 150bhpTRA NSMISSION: ManualECO-BAND: BCO2 COUNT: 130g/kmFUEL ECON: 5.3 L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €21,850MOTOR TAX: €225RESIDUAL: 30%WARRA NTY: 5 Years DEALERS: 22


MAKE/MODEL: Opel Astra SaloonENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.4 - 1.6/1.3-2.0CDTiPOWER RA NGE: 95-140bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: A-DCO2 COUNT: From 99g/kmFUEL ECON: From 3.9L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €19,495-€27,995MOTOR TAX: €160-€481RESIDUAL: 32%WARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 31

MAKE/MODEL: Renault Fluence Z.E. ENGINE RA NGE: ElectricPetrol/Diesel: N/APOWER RA NGE: 94bhpTRA NSMISSION: AutoECO-BAND: ACO2 COUNT: ZeroFUEL ECON: 185kmPRICE RA NGE: €21,610-€22,710MOTOR TAX: €160RESIDUAL: 29%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 19

MAKE/MODEL: Nissan LeafENGINE RA NGE: ElectricPetrol/Diesel: N/APOWER RA NGE: 80kW/107hpTRA NSMISSION: CVTECO-BAND: ACO2 COUNT: ZeroFUEL ECON: 175kmPRICE RA NGE: €30,595MOTOR TAX: €160RESIDUAL: 29%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 45

MAKE/MODEL: Peugeot 308ENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.6HDiPOWER RA NGE: 92-112bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/EcomatiqueECO-BAND: ACO2 COUNT: 110g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.0-4.2L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €21,010-€24,580MOTOR TAX: €160RESIDUAL: 30%WARRA NTY: 5 Years DEALERS: 32

MAKE/MODEL: Renault MeganeENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.5dCiPOWER RA NGE: 90bhpTRA NSMISSION: ManualECO-BAND: ACO2 COUNT: 104g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.5L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €19,990-€23,890MOTOR TAX: €160RESIDUAL: 28%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 19

MAKE/MODEL: Opel AstraENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.4-1.6 / 1.3-2.0CDTiPOWER RA NGE: 95-160bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: A-DCO2 COUNT: 109-167g/kmFUEL ECON: 3.9-7.4L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €18,995-€29,295MOTOR TAX: €160-€481RESIDUAL: 32%WARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 31

MAKE/MODEL: Renault FluenceENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.5dCiPOWER RA NGE: 90-110bhpTRA NSMISSION: ManualECO-BAND: ACO2 COUNT: 115-120g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.5L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €20,590-€23,890MOTOR TAX: €160RESIDUAL: 29%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 19

MAKE/MODEL: SEAT LeonENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.2TSi / 1.6TDIPOWER RA NGE: 105bhpTRA NSMISSION: ManualECO-BAND: A-BCO2 COUNT: 109-132g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.2-5.7L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €19,505-€22,995MOTOR TAX: €106-€225RESIDUAL: 33%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 22


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MAKE/MODEL: Skoda OctaviaENGINE RA NGE: 1.2 - 1.4TSIPetrol/Diesel: 1.6 -2.0TDIPOWER RA NGE: 105-140bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/DSGECO-BAND: A-CCO2 COUNT: 109-158g/kmFUEL ECON: 3.8-5.9L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €17,995-€28,800MOTOR TAX: €160-€330RESIDUAL: 33%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 22

MAKE/MODEL: Toyota AurisENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.33 / 1.4D4-DPOWER RA NGE: 90-99bhpTRA NSMISSION: ManualECO-BAND: A-BCO2 COUNT: 118-13g/km6FUEL ECON: 4.8-5.8L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €18,995-€24,915MOTOR TAX: €160-€225RESIDUAL: 34%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 51

MAKE/MODEL: Volkswagen Jett aENGINE RA NGE: 1.2-1.4TSI/Petrol/Diesel: 1.6-2.0TDIPOWER RA NGE: 105-140bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/DSGECO-BAND: A-CCO2 COUNT: 119-144g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.5-6.2L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €21,860-€31,155MOTOR TAX: €160-€330RESIDUAL: 33%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 37

MAKE/MODEL: Skoda RapidENGINE RA NGE: 1.2 - 1.4TSIPetrol/Diesel: 1.6 TDIPOWER RA NGE: 75-122bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/DS6ECO-BAND: A-BCO2 COUNT: 119-134g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.4-6.0L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €15,995-€20,745MOTOR TAX: €160-€225RESIDUAL: 33%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 22

MAKE/MODEL: Toyota CorollaENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.33 / 1.4D4-DPOWER RA NGE: 90-99bhpTRA NSMISSION: ManualECO-BAND: A-BCO2 COUNT: 125-133g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.8-5.8L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €20,380-€25,995MOTOR TAX: €160-€225RESIDUAL: 33%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 51

MAKE/MODEL: Volvo V40ENGINE RA NGE: 1.6 T3/Petrol/Diesel: 1.6D2-2.0D3POWER RA NGE: 115-150bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/G-TronicECO-BAND: A-CCO2 COUNT: 94-136g/kmFUEL ECON: 3.6-5.3L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €26,995-€35,995MOTOR TAX: €160-€225RESIDUAL: 32%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 18

MAKE/MODEL: Volkswagen GolfENGINE RA NGE: 1.2TSIPetrol/Diesel: 1.6 -2.0TDIPOWER RA NGE: 85-140bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/DSGECO-BAND: A-BCO2 COUNT: 99-138g/kmFUEL ECON: 3.8-5.8L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €19,430-€30,810MOTOR TAX: €160-€225RESIDUAL: 37%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 37

MAKE/MODEL: SEAT ToledoENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.2TSI/1.6TDIPOWER RA NGE: 85-105bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/DSGECO-BAND: ACO2 COUNT: 104-119g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.5-6.0L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €16,890-€22,890MOTOR TAX: €160RESIDUAL: TBCWARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 22



MAKE/MODEL: Citroen C5 SaloonENGINE RA NGE: 1.6-2.2Petrol/Diesel: HDi/e-HDiPOWER RA NGE: 115-200bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/Auto/EGSECO-BAND: A4-DCO2 COUNT: 117-163g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.5-6.2L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €26,995-€42,345MOTOR TAX: €160-€481RESIDUAL: 29%WARRA NTY: 5 Years DEALERS: 25

MAKE/MODEL: Honda InsightENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.4 i-VTEC HybridPOWER RA NGE: 65kW/88PSTRA NSMISSION: CVTECO-BAND: ACO2 COUNT: 0-96g/km FUEL ECON: 4.1-4.3L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €23,200-€24,300MOTOR TAX: €160RESIDUAL: 30%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 20

MAKE/MODEL: Mazda 6ENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 2.0 / 2.2MZR-CDPOWER RA NGE: 129-166bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: B-E CO2 COUNT: 138-176g/kmFUEL ECON: 5.2-7.6L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €25,495-€32,525MOTOR TAX: From €225 RESIDUAL: 31%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 26

MAKE/MODEL: Ford MondeoENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.6 - 2.0TDCi POWER RA NGE: 115-160PSTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: A-CCO2 COUNT: 114-149g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.3-5.6L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €26,295-€40,851MOTOR TAX: €160-€330RESIDUAL: 33%WARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 41

MAKE/MODEL: Hyundai i40 ENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.7DPOWER RA NGE: 115-136bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: A-CCO2 COUNT: 113-144g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.3-5.5L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €24,995-€31,994MOTOR TAX: €160-€330RESIDUAL: 31%WARRA NTY: 5 Years DEALERS: 32

MAKE/MODEL: Opel AmperaENGINE RA NGE: Petrol: Electric Petrol HybridPOWER RA NGE: 150PSTRA NSMISSION: AutoECO-BAND: ACO2 COUNT: 27g/kmFUEL ECON: 1.2L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €46,995-€50,000MOTOR TAX: €160RESIDUAL: TBAWARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 31

MAKE/MODEL: Honda AccordENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 2.2i-DTECPOWER RA NGE: 150-180bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: C-DCO2 COUNT: 141-162g/kmFUEL ECON: 5.3-6.2L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €31,465-€43,056MOTOR TAX: €330-€481RESIDUAL: 33%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 20

MAKE/MODEL: Kia Optima ENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.7DPOWER RA NGE: 134bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: B-CCO2 COUNT: 133-155g/kmFUEL ECON: 5.1L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €26,996-€32,695MOTOR TAX: €225-€330RESIDUAL: 30%WARRA NTY: 7 Years DEALERS: 15

MAKE/MODEL: Chevrolet CruzeENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.7DPOWER RA NGE: 130bhpTRA NSMISSION: ManualECO-BAND: ACO2 COUNT: 117g/kmFUEL ECON: 5.6-7.2L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €21,495-€24,420MOTOR TAX: €160RESIDUAL: Not AvailableWARRA NTY: 5 Years DEALERS: 7

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MAKE/MODEL: Peugeot 508 ENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.6 - 2.0HDi POWER RA NGE: 112-200bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: A-CCO2 COUNT: 119-154g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.2-5.7L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €25,025-€44,510MOTOR TAX: €160-€330RESIDUAL: 31%WARRA NTY: 5 Years DEALERS: 32

MAKE/MODEL: Skoda SuperbENGINE RA NGE: 1.4-1.8TSI/Petrol/Diesel: 1.6-2.0TDIPOWER RA NGE: 105-170bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/DSGECO-BAND: A-DCO2 COUNT: 104-168g/kmFUEL ECON: From 4.4/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €24,695-€38,345MOTOR TAX: €160-€481RESIDUAL: 34%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 22

MAKE/MODEL: Toyota Prius ENGINE RA NGE: Petrol: 1.8 Hybrid POWER RA NGE: 136bhpTRA NSMISSION: AutoECO-BAND: ACO2 COUNT: 89-92g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.0K/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €29,525-€30,795MOTOR TAX: €160RESIDUAL: 33%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 51

MAKE/MODEL: SEAT ExeoENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 2.0TDI POWER RA NGE: 120bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual ECO-BAND: BCO2 COUNT: 129g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.9L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €25,750MOTOR TAX: €225RESIDUAL: 31%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 22

MAKE/MODEL: Subaru LegacyENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 2.0TDPOWER RA NGE: 150bhpTRA NSMISSION: ManualECO-BAND: CCO2 COUNT: 153g/kmFUEL ECON: 5.9L/100km PRICE RA NGE: €34,495MOTOR TAX: €330RESIDUAL: 28%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 13

MAKE/MODEL: Volkswagen Passat ENGINE RA NGE: 1.4 TSI/Petrol/Diesel: 1.6-2.0TDIPOWER RA NGE: 122-170bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/DSGECO-BAND: A-BCO2 COUNT: 114-138g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.2-6.5L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €25,495-€38,895MOTOR TAX: €160-€225RESIDUAL: 35%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 37

MAKE/MODEL: Toyota AvensisENGINE RA NGE: 1.6-1.8/Petrol/Diesel: 2.0-2.2D4-DPOWER RA NGE: 126-150bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: A-DCO2 COUNT: 120-165g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.2-6.6L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €24,995-€38,165MOTOR TAX: €160-€481RESIDUAL: 34%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 51


MAKE/MODEL: Opel InsigniaENGINE RA NGE: 1.4 TurboPetrol/Diesel: 1.3-2.0CDTiPOWER RA NGE: 130-160bhp TRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: A-C CO2 COUNT: 116-149g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.3-5.7L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €25,499-€35,280MOTOR TAX: €160-€330 RESIDUAL: 33%WARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 31



MAKE/MODEL: Audi A4 ENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.8TSI/2.0TDIPOWER RA NGE: 120-177bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/M-TronicECO-BAND: A-CCO2 COUNT: 117-151g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.5-5.3L/00kmPRICE RA NGE: €33,100-€42,540MOTOR TAX: €160-€330 RESIDUAL: 36%WARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 10

MAKE/MODEL: Lexus IS220dENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 2.2dPOWER RA NGE: 150bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: BCO2 COUNT: 91-158g/kmFUEL ECON: 5.1L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €33,195-€8,195MOTOR TAX: €225RESIDUAL: 34%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 5

MAKE/MODEL: Volvo S60 ENGINE RA NGE: 1.6T3/Petrol/Diesel: 1.6 D2-2.0D4POWER RA NGE: 115-215bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/G TronicECO-BAND: A-DCO2 COUNT: 114-164g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.1-5.9L/100km PRICE RA NGE: €36,295-€47,395MOTOR TAX: €160-€481RESIDUAL: 33%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 18

MAKE/MODEL: BMW 3-SeriesENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 2.0-3.0/2.0d POWER RA NGE: 116-306bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: A-F CO2 COUNT: 109-186g/km FUEL ECON: 4.3-6.1L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €34,750-€60,260MOTOR TAX: €160-€1,129 RESIDUAL: 36%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 14

MAKE/MODEL: Mercedes-Benz C-ClassENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.6-1.8/1.8-2.2CDIPOWER RA NGE: 109-204bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: B-DCO2 COUNT: 129g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.4-7.3L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €35,895-€54,685MOTOR TAX: €225-€481RESIDUAL: 35%WARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 23

MAKE/MODEL: Citroen DS5 ENGINE RA NGE: 1.6-2.0Petrol/Diesel: HDi/e-HDi/Hybrid 4 POWER RA NGE: 110-160bhp TRA NSMISSION: Manual/Auto/EGSECO-BAND: A2-DCO2 COUNT: 91-158g/kmFUEL ECON: 3.5-6.1L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €33,195-€48,195MOTOR TAX: €180-€570 RESIDUAL: TBCWARRA NTY: 5 Years DEALERS: 25

MAKE/MODEL: Volkswagen CCENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 2.0TDI POWER RA NGE: 140-170bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/DSGECO-BAND: B-CCO2 COUNT: 125-144g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.6-5.3L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €35,255-€42,800MOTOR TAX: € 225-€330RESIDUAL: 39%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 37

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MAKE/MODEL: Ford Focus Estate ENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.0 EcoBoost - 1.6/ 1.6 POWER RA NGE: 95-115PSTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: A-C CO2 COUNT: 109-139g/km FUEL ECON: 4.2-7.2L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €22,585-€30,595MOTOR TAX: €160-€330RESIDUAL: 31%WARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 41

MAKE/MODEL: Hyundai i30 TourerENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.4-1.6DPOWER RA NGE: 90-11bhpTRA NSMISSION: ManualECO-BAND: ACO2 COUNT: 113-117g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.1-6.0L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €21,245-€23,545MOTOR TAX: €160RESIDUAL: 28%WARRA NTY: 5 Years DEALERS: 32

MAKE/MODEL: Mazda6 EstateENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 2.2MZR-CDPOWER RA NGE: 129bhpTRA NSMISSION: ManualECO-BAND: BCO2 COUNT: 139g/kmFUEL ECON: 5.2-7.6L/200kmPRICE RA NGE: €28,995-€31,415MOTOR TAX: €225RESIDUAL: 31%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 26

MAKE/MODEL: Ford Mondeo EstateENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.6 - 2.0TDCi POWER RA NGE: 115-160PSTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: A-CCO2 COUNT: 114-149g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.9-5.3L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €26,295-40,851MOTOR TAX: €160-€330RESIDUAL: 33%WARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 41

MAKE/MODEL: Hyundai i40 Tourer ENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.7DPOWER RA NGE: 115-136bhpTRA NSMISSION: ManualECO-BAND: A-CCO2 COUNT: 115-144g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.3-5.5L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €24,994-€30,995MOTOR TAX: €160-330RESIDUAL: 31%WARRA NTY: 5 Years DEALERS: 32

MAKE/MODEL: Kia cee’d SWENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.4 -1.6D POWER RA NGE: 90-128bhpTRA NSMISSION: ManualECO-BAND: ACO2 COUNT: 117g/kmFUEL ECON: 3.9-4.0L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €21,795-€24,095MOTOR TAX: €160RESIDUAL: 31%WARRA NTY: 7 Years DEALERS: 15


MAKE/MODEL: Opel Insignia Sports Tourer ENGINE RA NGE: 1.4 Turbo/Petrol/Diesel: 1.3-2.0CDTiPOWER RA NGE: 130-154bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: A-CCO2 COUNT: 118-154g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.3-5.7L/100km PRICE RA NGE: €27,095-€36,480MOTOR TAX: €160-€330RESIDUAL: 33%WARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 31

MAKE/MODEL: Citroen C5 TourerENGINE RA NGE: 1.6-2.2Petrol/Diesel: HDi/e-HDiPOWER RA NGE: 115-200bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/Auto/EGSECO-BAND: A4-DCO2 COUNT: 117-163g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.0K/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €31,145-€45,045MOTOR TAX: €200-€570RESIDUAL: 30%WARRA NTY: 5 Years DEALERS: 25

MAKE/MODEL: Chevrolet Cruze SWENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.7VCDiPOWER RA NGE: 130PSTRA NSMISSION: ManualECO-BAND: ACO2 COUNT: 119g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.5L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: TBAMOTOR TAX: €160RESIDUAL: TBCWARRA NTY: 5 Years DEALERS: 7

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MAKE/MODEL: Renault Megane Grand TourerENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.5dCiPOWER RA NGE: 90-110bhpTRA NSMISSION: ManualECO-BAND: ACO2 COUNT: 104-114g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.5L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €20,890-€26,990MOTOR TAX: €160RESIDUAL: TBAWARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 19

MAKE/MODEL: Skoda Superb Combi ENGINE RA NGE: 1.4-3.6TSI/Petrol/Diesel: 1.6-2.0TDI POWER RA NGE: 105-170bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/DSGECO-BAND: A-GCO2 COUNT: 110-237g/kmFUEL ECON: 3.8-5.9L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €26,695-€45,495MOTOR TAX: €160-€2,258RESIDUAL: 34%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 22

MAKE/MODEL: Seat Exeo STENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 2.0TDIPOWER RA NGE: 105bhpTRA NSMISSION: ManualECO-BAND: B CO2 COUNT: 129-132g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.9-5.0L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €25,750-€27,350MOTOR TAX: €225 RESIDUAL: 31%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 22

MAKE/MODEL: Subaru Legacy TourerENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 2.0TDPOWER RA NGE: 150bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual ECO-BAND: C-DCO2 COUNT: 149-168g/kmFUEL ECON: 5.7-6.4L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €37,495-€42,495MOTOR TAX: €330-€481RESIDUAL: 28%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 11

MAKE/MODEL: Skoda Octavia CombiENGINE RA NGE: 1.2-2.0TSI/Petrol/Diesel: 1.4-2.0TDI POWER RA NGE: 105-200bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/DSGECO-BAND: A-E CO2 COUNT: 109-180g/kmFUEL ECON: 3.8-5.9L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €19,095-€34,795MOTOR TAX: €160-€1,129RESIDUAL: 31%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 22

MAKE/MODEL: Toyota Avensis Tourer ENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 2.0 D4-DPOWER RA NGE: 126bhpTRA NSMISSION: ManualECO-BAND: ACO2 COUNT: 120g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.2-6.6L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €27,595-€31,850MOTOR TAX: €160RESIDUAL: 34%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 51

MAKE/MODEL: Peugeot 508 SW ENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.6 - 2.0HDi/ HybridPOWER RA NGE: 112-163bhpTRA NSMISSION: ManualECO-BAND: A-CCO2 COUNT: 107-150g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.2-5.7L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €28,665-€47,850MOTOR TAX: €160-€330RESIDUAL: 31%WARRA NTY: 5 Years DEALERS: 32

MAKE/MODEL: Opel Astra Sports Tourer ENGINE RA NGE: 1.4/Petrol/Diesel: 1.3-2.0CDTi POWER RA NGE: 95-160bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: A-DCO2 COUNT: 109-156g/kmFUEL ECON: 3.9-7.4L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €20,695-€30,195MOTOR TAX: €160-€481RESIDUAL: 31%WARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 31

MAKE/MODEL: Volkswagen Passat Estate ENGINE RA NGE: 1.4TSI/Petrol/Diesel: 1.6-2.0TDI POWER RA NGE: 105-170bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/DSGECO-BAND: A-CCO2 COUNT: 116-142g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.2-6.5L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €28,730-€41,215MOTOR TAX: €160-€330RESIDUAL: 35%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 37

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MAKE/MODEL: Audi A4 AvantENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.8TSI/2.0TDIPOWER RA NGE: 120-177bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/M-TronicECO-BAND: A-CCO2 COUNT: 116-154g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.5-5.3L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €35,500-€44,790MOTOR TAX: €160-€330RESIDUAL: 36%WARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 10

MAKE/MODEL: Audi A6 AvantENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 3.0/3.0TDI POWER RA NGE: 177-204bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/S-TronicECO-BAND: BCO2 COUNT: 132-139g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.9-5.3L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €46,350-€57,230MOTOR TAX: €225RESIDUAL: 35%WARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 10

MAKE/MODEL: BMW 5 Series TouringENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 2.0-3.0/2.0d-3.0dPOWER RA NGE: 184-194bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: B-ECO2 COUNT: 133-183g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.5-10.4L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €51,790-€77,670MOTOR TAX: €225-€677RESIDUAL: 37%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 14

MAKE/MODEL: Audi A6 AllroadENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 3.0TSI/3.0TDI POWER RA NGE: 245-313bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/S-TronicECO-BAND: FCO2 COUNT: 159-206g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.9-5.3L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €63,80-€75,700MOTOR TAX: €481-€1,129RESIDUAL: 38%WARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 10

MAKE/MODEL: Jaguar XF SportbrakeENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 3.0/2.2-3.0DPOWER RA NGE: 163-275bhpTRA NSMISSION: AutoECO-BAND: B-GCO2 COUNT: 135-224g/km FUEL ECON: 5.1-9.4L/200kmPRICE RA NGE: TBAMOTOR TAX: €225-€481RESIDUAL: TBCWARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 7

MAKE/MODEL: Audi A4 AllroadENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 2.0-3.0TDI POWER RA NGE: 143-245bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/S-TronicECO-BAND: A-CCO2 COUNT: 152-161g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.5-5.3L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €46,690-€60,700MOTOR TAX: €481RESIDUAL: 35%WARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 10

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MAKE/MODEL: Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting BrakeENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 5.4/2.1CDI-3.0CDIPOWER RA NGE: 204-557bhpTRA NSMISSION: AutoECO-BAND: B-GCO2 COUNT: 139-235g/kmFUEL ECON: 5.3-10L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €70,590-€76,590MOTOR TAX: €225-€2,258RESIDUAL: TBCWARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 23



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MAKE/MODEL: Volvo V70ENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.6D2-2.4D5POWER RA NGE: 115-215bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: A-D CO2 COUNT: 119-164g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.1-5.9L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €38,595-€57,695MOTOR TAX: € 225-€481RESIDUAL: 33%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 18

MAKE/MODEL: Audi A6ENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 2.0-3.0TDI POWER RA NGE: 177-204bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/M-TronicECO-BAND: B-CCO2 COUNT: 129-139g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.9-5.3L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €43,200-€57,230MOTOR TAX: €225-€330RESIDUAL: 35%WARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 10

MAKE/MODEL: Volvo XC70ENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 2.0D4-2.4D5POWER RA NGE: 163-215bhp TRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: C-FCO2 COUNT: 149-225g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.1-5.9L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €44,695-€65,595MOTOR TAX: €330-€1,129RESIDUAL: 31%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 18

MAKE/MODEL: BMW 5 Series ENGINE RA NGE: 2.0-3.0/Petrol/Diesel: 2.0d-3.0dPOWER RA NGE: 184-306bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: A-ECO2 COUNT: 119-183g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.5-10.4L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €42,880-66,545MOTOR TAX: €160-€677RESIDUAL: 37%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 14

MAKE/MODEL: Mercedes-Benz E Class EstateENGINE RA NGE: 1.8-3.5/Petrol/Diesel: 2.2-3.0CDIPOWER RA NGE: 170-265bhp TRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: B-F CO2 COUNT: 136-216g/kmFUEL ECON: 5.2-8.8L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €48,520-84,785MOTOR TAX: €225-€1,129 RESIDUAL: 31%WARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 23

MAKE/MODEL: Audi A5 SportsbackENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 2.0-3.0TDI POWER RA NGE: 117-129bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/M-TronicECO-BAND: A-BCO2 COUNT: 136-159g/kmFUEL ECON: 5.8-7.0L/100 kmPRICE RA NGE: €40,200-€54,380MOTOR TAX: €160-€225RESIDUAL: 35%WARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 10

MAKE/MODEL: BMW 6 Gran CoupeENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 3.0/3.0dPOWER RA NGE: 320-450bhp TRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: B-F CO2 COUNT: 144-206g/kmFUEL ECON: 5.6-7.8L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €94,420-€123,500MOTOR TAX: € 225-€1,129 RESIDUAL: 30%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 14

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MAKE/MODEL: Jaguar XF ENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 3.0/2.2-3.0DPOWER RA NGE: 163-275bhpTRA NSMISSION: AutoECO-BAND: B-G CO2 COUNT: 135-224g/km FUEL ECON: 5.1-9.4L/200kmPRICE RA NGE: €44,820-108,250MOTOR TAX: €225-€2,258 RESIDUAL: 34%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 7

MAKE/MODEL: Lexus GSENGINE RA NGE: Petrol: 3.5 HybridPOWER RA NGE: 345bhpTRA NSMISSION: CVTECO-BAND: B-CCO2 COUNT: 139-141g/kmFUEL ECON: 6.0L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €59,950-€76,250MOTOR TAX: €225-€330RESIDUAL: 30%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 5


MAKE/MODEL: Mercedes-Benz E-ClassENGINE RA NGE: 1.8-3.5/Petrol/Diesel: 2.2-3.0CDIPOWER RA NGE: 184-292bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/AutoECO-BAND: B-D CO2 COUNT: 129-165 g/kmFUEL ECON: 5.2-8.8L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €42,830-€64,745MOTOR TAX: €225-€481RESIDUAL: 35%WARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 23

MAKE/MODEL: Audi A8ENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 3.0/3.0TDIPOWER RA NGE: 250-290bhpTRA NSMISSION: TiptronicECO-BAND: D-FCO2 COUNT: 169-205g/kmFUEL ECON: 5.6-6.6L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €93,150-€98,850MOTOR TAX: €481-€1,129RESIDUAL: 30%WARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 10

MAKE/MODEL: Mercedes-Benz E-Class HybridENGINE RA NGE: Diesel: HybridPOWER RA NGE: 204bhpTRA NSMISSION: AutoECO-BAND: ACO2 COUNT: 109g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.2L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €51,020MOTOR TAX: €160RESIDUAL: TBCWARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 23

MAKE/MODEL: BMW 7-SeriesENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 3.0-4.4V8/3.0d POWER RA NGE: 313-544bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/Auto ECO-BAND: C-GCO2 COUNT: 148-314g/km FUEL ECON: 5.6-7.6L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €88,200-€192,260MOTOR TAX: €330-€2,258RESIDUAL: 30%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 14

MAKE/MODEL: Volvo S80 ENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 1.6 D2-2.4 D5POWER RA NGE: 115-215bhpTRA NSMISSION: Manual/G TronicECO-BAND: A-DCO2 COUNT: 119-159g/kmFUEL ECON: 4.3-6.1L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €35,595-€65,995MOTOR TAX: €160-̇ €481RESIDUAL: 33%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 18

MAKE/MODEL: Jaguar XJENGINE RA NGE: Petrol/Diesel: 5.0V8/3.0V6DPOWER RA NGE: 275-510bhpTRA NSMISSION: AutoECO-BAND: E-GCO2 COUNT: 184-289g/kmFUEL ECON: 6.0-11.3L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €90,835-€164,425MOTOR TAX: €677-€2,258RESIDUAL: 30%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 7


MAKE/MODEL: Lexus LS 600h ENGINE RA NGE: Petrol: 5.0 Hybrid POWER RA NGE: 445bhp TRA NSMISSION: CVTECO-BAND: FCO2 COUNT: 219g/kmFUEL ECON: 9.3L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €154,700-€190,820MOTOR TAX: €1,129RESIDUAL: 30%WARRA NTY: 3 Years DEALERS: 5

MAKE/MODEL: Mercedes-Benz S-ClassENGINE RA NGE: 3.5V6-4.7V8/Petrol/Diesel: 3.0V8POWER RA NGE: 306-435bhpTRA NSMISSION: AutoECO-BAND: D-F CO2 COUNT: 164-219g/kmFUEL ECON: 5.8-9.9L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €98,35-€170,515 MOTOR TAX: €481-€1,129RESIDUAL: 30%WARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 23

MAKE/MODEL: Mercedes-Benz CLS ENGINE RA NGE: 3.5V6-4.7V8/Petrol/Diesel: 2.2-3.0V6POWER RA NGE: 204-306bhp TRA NSMISSION: AutoECO-BAND: B-G CO2 COUNT: 134-408g/kmFUEL ECON: 5.1-9.0L/100kmPRICE RA NGE: €67,570-€115,985MOTOR TAX: € 225-€2,258RESIDUAL: 30%WARRA NTY: 2 Years DEALERS: 23

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LONG TERM TEST

Text & Photos: Cathal Doyle - cathal@fl eet.ie www.fl eetcar.ie | Winter 2012 27

O ld habits die hard, and although VRT and motor taxation are no longer directly related to engine capacity, Irish car sales fi gures

continue to be dominated by smaller capacity powerplants over larger engined versions of the same model.

Take the Ford Mondeo as an example. By any standards this is a prett y big car, yet in the fi rst half of this year 71% of Mondeo sales were of the relatively puny 1.6 litre TDCi diesel engine, with the 2.0 litre TDCi accounting for the remainder. Granted, the 115 PS 1.6 TDCi Mondeo is a tax band A vehicle, with emissions of 114 g/km, whereas the 140 PS PS 2.0 TDCi falls into band B, outputt ing 129 g/km (there’s also a 160PS version with the same emissions). But with fairly negligible diff erences in fuel consumption, does saving a few Euros on purchase price and annual taxation outweigh the benefi ts a more powerful engine off ers?

Fleet Car undertook a back-to-back comparison of two fi ve-door hatchback Mondeos in identical top-of-the-range Titanium specifi cations, one with the 1.6 TDCi engine with Econetic stop/start technology, and the other, our long-term test car with the 2.0 TDCi powerplant. As tested the smaller engined car retailed for €32,311, which included an optional Driver Assist Pack at €816. Th e 2.0 litre car cost €33,632.50, this price including a detachable tow bar for €637.50.

Extras aside therefore, the 2.0 litre car costs €1,500 more to buy new over its 1.6 litre sibling, while road tax will presently be €65 more per annum. While we don’t think that the later should be a real factor in making a rational decision regarding what car to buy, the purchase diff erential, while relatively small in terms of the overall price of the car, might be enough to put buyers off the more powerful engine.So are there any benefi ts in forking out the extra money for the bigger engine? Well lets cut to the chase here and say that having driven both cars back-to-back extensively, we think that spending the premium on the 2.0 litre TDCi is

well worthwhile, particularly for a driver doing any amount of longer distances on our national non-motorway road network. In fact we’d go so far as to say that the 2.0 TDCi Mondeo is a very complete car indeed.

Not that the 1.6 TDCi is a complete letdown – far from it. If you only ever drove the Mondeo with this engine you would think it a perfectly adequate performer. Indeed if you’re mainly doing stop-start urban driving, or, on the other extreme, spend most of your journeys cruising on motorways, you’re unlikely to miss the extra torque aff orded by the bigger capacity unit.

Ultimately though, it’s that extra torque that makes the 2.0 TDCi Mondeo a much more enjoyable car to drive than the 1.6 version. While the bigger engine does boast 25 PS more, it also has 320 Nm of torque compared to 270 Nm in the 1.6 TDCi. Not a huge diff erence you might think, but on the road, the 2.0 Mondeo is much more relaxed, with far fewer gear changes needed, and always having a surge of power when you need it. Th is is most noticeable below 1,500 rpm; where the smaller engined car feels very lacklustre, the 2.0 will readily pull away without needing a gearshift . It is noticeable also when overtaking, the 2.0 providing instant grunt, whereas you need a long clear road ahead of you before att empting an overtaking maneuver in fi ft h or sixth gear in the 1.6 litre.

We’ve been busy using the 2.0 litre car pulling caravans around the country this summer for our sister publication Caravan Cruise Ireland, and have found it an excellent performer in this regard, notably its ability to accelerate at low revs, and cruise quite happily at 80 km/h in top gear. Sadly the lack of a towbar meant we couldn’t do a direct towing comparison with the 1.6 litre, though we suspect that car’s lack of performance at low revs would be magnifi ed under towing conditions.

What about fuel economy? Ford offi cially quotes

combined cycle fi gures for the 1.6 TDCi of 4.3l/100 km (65.7 mpg), while the 2.0 TDCi gets 4.9 l/100 km (57.6 mpg). Inevitably real life returns aren’t as impressive, but the larger capacity engine returned much closer fi gures in our admitt edly limited test where we drove the two cars on an identical route with the same driver keeping to the same speeds as closely as possible. Over a combination of urban and rural roads, we returned 5.7 l/100 km (49.5 mpg) with the 1.6 TDCi, while the 2.0 litre was only marginally worse at 5.8 l/100 km (48.7 mpg). Th is stacks up with what we have been managing to get out of the 2.0 TDCi over a number of months, averaging between 5.6 and 5.9 l/100 km depending on conditions (and driver it should be noted….). Certainly these fi gures would negate the argument of buying one engine over the other on fuel consumption terms alone.

Of the Mondeo itself, it remains one of our favourite cars to drive even though it is now gett ing on a bit design wise (a new model has been unveiled, although is not likely to arrive here much before 2014). Indeed anytime we sit back into it aft er driving other products, its ride, handling, beautifully weighted pin-point steering, and overall poise on the road make it stand out as a real driver’s car. It is extremely comfortable over long distances, while few cars off er as much interior and loadspace. In Titanium trim its not particularly cheap, but against that does come very well equipped. It might not be the most fashionable, nor stand out particularly from the crowd, but anyone wanting a hugely competent all-round car that won’t cost the earth to buy or run could do an awful lot worse than the Mondeo Titanium 2.0 TDCi.

Ford Mondeo Titanium 1.6 TDCi vs 2.0 TDCi


LAUNCH PAD 1

Latest Sante Fe a worthy addition to Hyundai range

New Skoda Rapid to appeal to cash-conscious buyers

Latest Ford Fiesta - most technologically advanced yet

The new Sante Fe which has just arrived in Ireland supercedes t he ver y

successful second generation model, a defi ning vehicle in establishing the Korean manufacturer as a mainstream manufacturer. The outgoing car was particularly popular with families thanks to its seven seat off ering, one of the few SUVs in its class with this capability. Indeed Ireland accounted for the Sante Fe’s highest market share in Europe, with sales of over 8,000 units since its launch in 2006.

Longer and wider, though 45mm lower than the outgoing model, the new third generation Sante Fe is more spacious with 10% more boot space. Available in two or

four wheel drive, Hyundai expects over 50% of sales will be for the all wheel drive models. Th ree trim models – Comfort, Executive and

Premium – are off ered, while CO2 emissions for both 2WD (from 147g/km) and 4WD (149 g/km) versions start in tax band C.

First on-the-road impressions are of a very soidly built, well equipped car, more upmarket than before, and offering a notably better driv ing experience than the previous model.

Prices start from €36,995 for the 2WD Comfort model to €49,995 for the 4WD Premium Auto version. 4WD models are

available from €40,995. Cathal Doyle

Although an addition to the Skoda range rather than a direct replacement of another model, the new Rapid is eff ectively supplanting the Octavia in the C-Segment category, allowing the replacement for that car, due here by the middle of next year, to compete more directly in the large family car market.

A saloon like hatchback, the Rapid doesn’t try to redefi ne the motoring landscape, but looks well set to appeal to drivers looking for a spacious, value-for-money family car. With prices starting from €15,995 up to €24,345, it is only slightly smaller than the current Octavia. Th ree familiar trim levels – Active, Ambition and Elegance are off ered, although with the focus on value, customers will need

to opt for the Elegance spec to get ‘must have luxuries’ such as alloy wheels, rear parking sensors, electric rear windows and cruise control as standard.

While a 105 bhp 1.6 TDI diesel engine is likely to prove most popular with Irish buyers, the pick of the engine line-up in our opinion is the 1.2 TSI petrol unit. Available with 86 or 105 bhp, even the lower powered version off ers plenty of poke while squeezing into the (pre-budget) lowest tax band with emissions of 119 g/km. At €3,450 cheaper than the equivalent diesel off ering, Skoda has calculated that at current pump prices it would

take fourteen years to recoup the savings on fuel alone. Food for thought.

Cathal Doyle

Ford’s facelift ed Fiesta arrives in Ireland bringing new levels of technology to the

small family car sector, including the introduction of the acclaimed 1.0 litre EcoBoost petrol engine.

Th e Fiesta becomes the fi rst European Ford to feature MyKey technology. Th is safety feature enables the car owner to programme a key to restrict certain functions for inexperienced drivers, for example limiting top speed, and audio volumes and preventing deactivation of safety technology such as ESP and Active City Stop.

SYNC, Ford’s in-car connectivity system brings new levels of connectivity for voice-activated phone calls and music selection, and includes

Emergency Assistance which directly connects to the local emergency services in the event of an accident. Further safety equipment includes Active City Stop designed to avoid low speed collisions.

A more prominent grille and lights gives the Fiesta a fresh new face with detail changes to the

rear and interior as well including a new range of colours.

A normally aspirated version of the 1.0 litre Ecoboost petrol engine with 65 PS will be available initially, with 100 and 125 PS turbo versions available to order. Two versions of the existing 1.25 litre petrol engine are also off ered, as well as a 1.5 TDCI diesel and 1.6 TDCI diesel automatic . Th ere

will be three trim levels – Fiesta, Fiesta Zetec, and Fiesta Titanium.

Th e new Fiesta will retail from €15,550. Full prices will be unveiled when the Fiesta goes on sale in mid-December.

Cathal Doyle


LAUNCH PAD 11

New saloon joins facelifted Opel Astra range

The Opel A stra has received a mid-life facelift including the

launch of the new Astra saloon. Th e new four-door is expected to be popular with Irish buyers as well as appealing to f leet buyers in the very competitive C-segment.

The smart looking new saloon completes the Astra family, joining the fi ve-door hatchback, Sports Tourer estate and GTC coupe models, as well as launching the high performance OPC version. Th ere is also a new 2.0 litre BiTurbo CDTI diesel engine although there are no immediate

plans to launch it in the Irish market. Prices start from €19,495.

Facel i f t cha nges i nclude modifi cations to the front upper and lower grilles, new wheels designs and the availability of LED daytime running lights, while inside there are new fabrics, colours and décor mouldings. Engines in the range include 1.4, 1.4 Turbo and 1.6 ecoFLEX as well as 1.6 Turbo petrol models, as well as 1.3 ecoFLEX, 1.7 ecoFLEX and 2.0 diesels.

Th e new Astra range is expected to go on sale early in the New Year with prices and full specifi cations

to be announced near the launch. Cathal Doyle

New Sportwagon joins all-new Kia cee’d line-up

Honda unveils the all-new 4th generation CRV

Like the second generation 5-door hatchback, the new Kia cee’d Sportwagon

is more sophisticated, more efficient, more refined and delivers a more engaging driving experience than its predecessor. The new look takes in a new roof, side panels, rear doors and tailgate restyle. Overall its 4505mm length, 1485mm height and 2650mm wheelbase makes the cee’d Sportwagon stand out in the C-segment. When open, the new tailgate rises to 1888mm to allow easy, unimpeded access to the cargo bay area.

Th e model line comprises of two trim levels TX and EX and available with either 1.4 litre (89bhp) or 1.6 litre (126 bhp). Both units come

under Band A. As per the 5-door cee’d, which was accredited a 5 star Euro NCAP crash test rating, safety is a priority. As standard ESP, ABS, Brake Assist, Hill Hold and Vehicle Stability Management systems are fi tt ed.

“With a walk of just €800 from the hatchback we think that many consumers will be tempted to avail of the added space available that comes at no sacrifi ce to style and driving dynamics,” said Kia Motors Ireland M.D. James Brooks at the cee’d SW’s launch in Galway.

Jarlath Sweeney

Having achieved sales of nearly 7000 units since its launch in Ireland

in 1996, the CR-V sports utility vehicle has been an on-going success story for Honda. The latest fourth generation CR-V has just gone on sale in Ireland featuring a new four wheel drive system, and bringing signifi cantly improved CO2 emission levels.

Although lower than the previous model by 30mm, interior passenger space has not been compromised, while the introduction of an easy fold-down rear seat system activated by the pull of a handle has increased the versatility of the CR-V.

Featuring the 2.2 litre iDTEC diesel engine from the outgoing model, developments of

the powerplant have reduced CO2 emissions from 171 g/km to 149 g/km for the manual version, and from 195 g/km to 174 g/km for auto versions, while keeping power and torque outputs of 150 PS and 350 Nm the

same. All engines feature Idle Stop technology and ECO Assist, designed to maximize driving effi ciency. A 1.6 diesel and a 2WD off ering will be launched towards the end of 2013.

An electronically activated ‘All Wheel Drive’ system weighs 17% less than the previous ‘dual-pump’ system and gives a faster response when there is a loss of traction. Th ere’s also a new electric power steering system giving better feedback at higher speeds.

Available in SE, ES and ES Sport specifi cations including auto versions, prices for the CR-V start €37,795. Cathal Doyle

NEWSLETTER

Road Safety Newsletter Volume 3, No. 3 Winter 2012

Be Prepared: Drivers heading for the slopes

30 Direction | Winter 2012

W inter sports holiday makers are reminded to book their car hire in advance in order to make sure

they get all the extras they need and benefi t from the best possible rates.

“As the ski season in Europe gets into full swing, many will be looking for car hire to get around on a winter holiday.” says Ken McCall, Europcar Group. “However it’s important to remember that these countries present some quite diff erent driving conditions to those normally experienced by motorists. So drivers need to be prepared before they arrive at their destination. In fact, in some countries drivers are required by law to equip their vehicle appropriately for winter, so it is vital for hirers to be aware of any requirements before they set out.”Europcar has provided a quick snapshot of driving requirements in key European winter holiday destinations to help winter sports fans plan.

ItalyAccording to regional legislation, those sett ing off for skiing in Northern and some parts of Central Italy between November and the end of April must ensure they drive a car fi tt ed with winter tyres or have snow chains on board when driving on certain signposted roads. It is therefore advisable to have snow chains in the vehicle or ensure winter tyres are fi tt ed when driving anywhere during this period.

Due to high demand in this area, Europcar recommends customers who require a car with winter tyres to book in advance to ensure availability. In addition Europcar Italy off ers snow chains and ski racks as add-ons for winter car hire. Currently there is also a special off er available which off ers 50% off ski racks and Sat Nav for cars booked with winter tyres.

FranceA hugely popular destination for skiing during winter is France, and Europcar France off ers additional winter equipment for its customers to meet this demand. Indeed certain vehicles on the Europcar France fl eet - including some prestige models - come already equipped with snow tyres, and for other vehicles Europcar off ers rental of snow tyres for an additional fee. In addition ski racks and snow chains are available as add-ons from certain locations, plus customers can purchase snow socks for use on their vehicle.

GermanyIn Germany, it is a legal requirement to have winter tyres fi tt ed during icy conditions. Failure to comply with this can lead to a fi ne and, if you cause an accident, this fi ne can then be increased. Between 15th November 2012 and 15th March 2013, all Europcar Germany’s vehicles are fi tt ed with winter tyres as standard, however in the period running up to November or aft er March next year winter tyres will need to be booked in advance.

Drivers should also be aware that if they rent a vehicle from another country and drive into Germany it will be their responsibility to have winter tyres fi tt ed to the vehicle.

Europcar Germany also off ers snow chains, as well as ski racks and ski bags as add-ons to a hire, however these should be booked at least 48 hours in advance and are more readily available at winter sport destinations in the south of the country.

SpainBetter known for its sandy beaches and Mediterranean climate, Spain also has some great winter sports facilities, with 35 ski resorts across the country.

With the Spanish sun still shining even during the winter months, snow chains are not always necessary, however Europcar Spain customers are advised to carry these in their vehicle. In incidents of bad weather controls can be put in place to stop vehicles without the necessary chains. Th ese are available as an add-on to a vehicle hire from most Europcar Spain winter resort locations.

“Europcar’s rental agents will of course ensure they inform customers of any requirements for driving when they collect a vehicle” added Ken McCall. “But it’s always a good idea for customers to be prepared before they arrive to collect their vehicle, to avoid any last minute delays.

“Th e key to any winter holiday is preparation. And that includes car hire from the airport to the resort. Booking early is the best way for winter holidaymakers to get the best deals and ensure availability of any extras they may need.”

Following its movie debut in the crime thriller Th e Sweeney, the all-new Ford Focus ST has taken on its next

starring role – this time as an offi cial Police patrol vehicle.

While the fi ve-door hot hatch used by Flying Squad detectives Regan and Carter was unmarked, this estate version gets the full law enforcement livery.

Th e one-off demonstrator with 2.0-litre 250PS EcoBoost engine has been developed and engineered at Ford Special Vehicle Preparations (SVP) in Earls Colne, Essex. It can accelerate from 0-62 mph in just 6.5 seconds and has a top speed of 154 mph. Equipped as a compact traffi c car, it meets the latest National Policing Improvement Agency (NPIA) standards for fast response vehicles inside and out. Th e light bar on the roof is all-LED, and the dashboard is fi tt ed with a mobile data terminal (MDT) and screen to illustrate the Focus ST’s versatility for multi-role police use.

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Telsis to make roads safer using lifesaving technology

New law to test all road users for drugs will be introduced*Seminars in Dublin & Athlone to discuss implications

Business mileage vision risk

“Managing the Performance, Safety and Health Risks of Employee Drug and Alcohol

Use” is the title of a series of Seminars taking place in the Ashling Hotel, Dublin on Th ursday 31 January 2013 and in the Prince of Wales Hotel, Athlone on Th ursday 23 May 2013, to discuss the implications for business on a proposed new law to test all road users for drug driving, which was recently announced by the Minister for Transport, Leo Varadker T.D. A new Road Traffi c Bill will be introduced which would include roadside impairment testing for drugs and the new law will have implications for those who drive in the course of their work. Currently professional drivers who register a reading of greater than 20mg/100ml of alcohol are deemed not fi t to drive and the proposed new drug testing will pose an additional threat to employee livelihood.

Research by the Medical Bureau on Road Safety (MBRS) indicates that driving under the infl uence of drugs is increasing with cannabis, tranquilizers, cocaine, ecstasy, opiates and amphetamines the most common drugs that show up in tests. Since 2007 some 5835 positive tests were detected but only 2912 were taken to court.

Section 13(1) b of the Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 requires that an employee should ensure that he or she is not under the infl uence of an intoxicant to the extent that he or she is in such a state as to endanger his or her own safety health or welfare at work or that of any other person. Section 19(1) requires that employers should assess the risks presented by those hazards and include them in a writt en assessment. A further requirement under Section 20(1) of the Act is that the control measures for intoxicants should be included in the safety

statement. Registration details at htt p://www.eapinstitute.com/drugalcohol.asp

Announcing the Seminars in the Convention Centre, Dublin were, left to right, Paul Hoover, EAP and Aviation Behavioural Consultant, USA, Maurice Quinlan, Director, EAP Institute, Waterford and Gary McCutcheon, Operations Manager, Randox Testing Services, U.K.

Research conducted into the driver eyecare policies of businesses and organisations across the Republic of

Ireland has highlighted a need for employers to take action. Th e recent survey untertaken by Specsavers Corporate Eyecare, revealed that 81% of companies in Ireland have employees who are required to undertake some level of business mileage. Yet, just 12% have a policy to test the eyesight of drivers. Even more alarming is that 7% of employers openly admitt ed to worrying about the eyesight of their employees who drive. With the likelihood of many employers not admitt ing to this concern and, more still, simple unaware of the quality of vision of their employees, the fi gures are disturbing.

While driving law states that the individual must ensure they are fi t to drive, there is dispute over where the responsibility really lies for someone who is driving in the course of their work. One-third of incidents, injuries and deaths on the road are thought to involve people travelling for work. In 2012 there were 27,000 collisions reported

across Ireland, this means that approximately 9,000 incidents would have involved employees driving in the course of their work. Th e ‘at work’ fi gures do not include collisions which occur during the commute to and from work and, as such, they represent a signifi cant commercial and fi nancial burden on businesses. “With low-cost eyecare vouchers readily available, responsible employers already have policies in place to ensure that their employees’ eyesight is good enough for driving. Reducing the number of accidents will result in signifi cant business gains and fi nancial savings. Th e human benefi t is, of course, immeasurable,” commented Dona McLaff erty, Corporate Account Manager for Specsavers Corporate Eyecare in the Republic of Ireland.

Text: Rob Van Dieten - rob@fl eet.ie www.fl eetcar.ie | Winter 2012 31

• Innovation aims to cut Text and Drive, Talk and Drive road crashes

British innovator Telsis has launched a simple new system that could cut the number of deaths and injuries

caused by people texting and talking on the phone while driving. Texting and talking while driving claimed 23 lives and caused 74 serious injuries in the UK in 2011 and Telsis is urging mobile operators to make it easier for phone users to avoid the temptation.

Telsis DriveSafe automatically lets callers and texters know someone is driving and will respond later when they can do so legally and safely.

Crucially, it works for all mobile phones, no matt er what make, type or age, even if they are out of coverage or turned off . Th e system is already in use in New Zealand in an earlier text-only version where it has been praised by the Government and by the leading motoring organisations.

Telsis says DriveSafe not only gives mobile networks a way of exercising social responsibility, but enables companies with vehicle fl eets to enforce phone use policy and negotiate discounts with Insurance companies.

Texting has been found to make drivers 23 times more likely to cause a crash, potentially killing or maiming innocent road users. Yet this message clearly isn’t gett ing through to drivers - research conducted by Brake and Direct Line earlier this year revealed that nearly three in 10 drivers (28%) texts at the wheel and one in 13 (8%) do this at least once a week.More details on www.fl eetcar.ie/direction

32 FLEETCAR | Winter 2012 Text & Photos: Paul White - paul@fl eet.ie

V olvo’s S80 is a handsome car and its distinctive styling sets it apart from many others in the segment, and well deserves

a place in the executive section of the car park. Relying on the ethos of Scandinavian design, where everything works but we don’t shout about it - typifi es the S80.

Volvo is also quietly saying that a large saloon, does not need a large engine. Th e ‘DRIVe’ version of Volvo’s S80 comes with a very tidy 1.6 litre diesel, and emission ratings of 119g/km, and slots it nicely into the current ‘A’ tax band.

Th e instantly recognisable body-lines and the powerful stance of the S80 is att ractive and helps to set the car apart. Clearly raising it out of the mass market sector and placing it up a few fl oors to mingle with the executives in the corner offi ces.

An exceptionally high level of standard equipment comes with the S80. In keeping with tradition many of the features are safety related, further enhancing the company’s image for safe motoring. Build quality is excellent, and comfort levels are fi rst rate in the well-appointed and quiet cabin. Th e S80’s ride quality is quite stiff and can be a litt le twitchy over poorly fi nished roads, although on good surfaces and motorway sections the car has a smooth assured feel one expects from the marque.

It may be reasonable to expect a car of this size to come with a standard 2.0 litre engine, believing anything smaller would leave it sluggish and ungainly. So the insertion of a 1.6 litre may disappoint those who desire a particular badge to embellish the rear boot lid. However the S80 SE model has a surprise under the bonnet.

What does surprise is the performance of the 115 hp diesel in a car of this size. With ‘Sport’ mode selected the S80 is very lively and quick to respond, more in keeping with a 2.0 litre. Standard ‘DRIVe’ mode activates the stop/start cycle and optimises gear selection to reduce fuel consumption. Th e six-speed Powershift transmission works well, though when pushed performance could be a litt le more refi ned.

Arguably, we are becoming more safety conscious, and certainly more f uel conscious. Th e S80 DRIVe can meet both these requirements, the Volvo brand has become a byword for safe vehicles, and the D2 powered S80 DRIVe provides good fuel consumption from a large comfortable saloon. On our motorway fuel test the Volvo returned 4.4l/100 kms at a steady 100 kph and 5.2l/100 on a general urban cycle. So the S80 would appear to tick all the boxes.

It is also diff erent, and this diff erence will appeal to many drivers. Th e S80 can stand far enough apart from the usual suspects without being outrageous, and without the owner having to constantly justify their choice of vehicle. Th rough its styling, and the att ributes associated with the Volvo name - the car speaks for itself. Th ese att ributes are then refl ected back portraying the owner in a glow of assured self confi dence.

Th e S80 SE may at fi rst appear expensive when compared to other executive saloons in the segment. However when compared like for like, the S80’s impressive list of standard features and reasonably priced optional extras - not forgett ing the ‘A’ emission rating makes it a serious contender in the executive segment and diffi cult to dismiss in favour of the usual and more commonplace German brands.

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Volvo S80 D2 SE (Automatic)

Some Standard Features of Volvo S80

• City Safety

• Home safe and approach lighting

• ABS, EBD, Fading Brake Support

• Infl atable curtains

• Electronic climate control

• ISOFIX att achment rear seats

• Dual stage airbags

• Side impact protection

• Whiplash protection system (front)

• Heated electric mirrors

• Leather steering wheel and gear knob

• Dynamic stability and traction control


M ercedes-Benz has been busy in recent times updating and adding to its model range, and that trend continues with

the launch of three interesting new models into Ireland.

New A-Class targets compact premium marketLeading the charge is the new A-Class, which goes on sale here this month. If the name is familiar, and the A-Class continues to be the entry model into the Mercedes-Benz brand, the latest generation car is very diff erent to its upright, MPV-styled predecessor. Pitched directly at customers of BMW’s 1-Series and the Audi A3, it is a smart looking conventionally styled front wheel drive hatchback, 18 cm lover than before and with a sleek profi le that is recognizably Mercedes-Benz thanks to the large upright front radiator, and stretched back headlights. The German premium automaker hopes that it will att ract a new younger generation of motorists to the brand, and is the fi rst of fi ve new models to come off the A-Class platform.

Competitively priced from €26,435 for the A180 petrol model, the A-Class will be off ered in three trim levels, Style, Urban and Sports Pack. Urban and Sports Pack models retail respectively at premiums of €700 and €2,700 over the standard Style model.

Engine options range from 1.6 to 2.0 litre petrol versions, and 1.5 to 2.2 litre diesels. Th e majority of Irish sales are expected to be taken by the A180 petrol and, in particular, the A180 CDI diesel. Th is model, which retails from €28,500, has CO2 emissions of just 98 g/km

and off ers fuel savings of up to 26% over the equivalent outgoing car. At the other extreme, an AMG version, the A45 AMG will be available from Quarter 1 next year and promises four wheel drive, and the highest horsepower output for a four cylinder engine in its segment.

With a younger target audience in mind, there is a strong focus on interactive multimedia technology, and from early next year a Drivekit Plus for iPhone package will be available, allowing many functions and Apps from the phone to be played through the car’s infotainment system.

E-Class goes gr een w ith new Hybrid

If the new A-Class is a markedly diff erent car to its forebearers, Mercedes-Benz spott ers will have more diffi culty in identifying the second of new models being launched by the brand. In fact a Hybrid badge is the only external identifi er to mark the new E300 Bluetec Hybrid apart from the familiar regular E-Class, but in fact, this is a hugely signifi cant model for the German brand. Available in both saloon and estate forms, Mercedes-Benz says it is the world’s fi rst luxury diesel hybrid, with rival hybrids only available paired with petrol engines.

Combining a 120 volt Lithium-ion batt ery with a four cylinder diesel engine, the batt ery is located in the engine compartment, meaning there is no compromise on load space. Indeed a determined eff ort has been made to make the E-Class Hybrid as similar as possible to its non-hybrid sibling, the 7” internal display the only diff erence to the regular car.

The results are a significant lowering of emissions and fuel consumption. CO2 is down from 130g/km to 109 g/km, while fuel consumption improves from an average combined fi gure of 5.8 l/100 km to 4.2 l/100 km. Th e best news of all is the price – the E-Class Hybrid will be available from €51,020 (pre-Budget and taking into account current rebates for hybrids), representing a price increase of just 1.3% over the regular car.

CLS r ange extended with new Shooting Brake

If the idea of trying to make an estate based on a sporty coupe might seem far-fetched, you only need to look at the new CLS Sporting Brake to see that such a concept can work. Th e Sporting Brake is a stylish luxury car derived from the CLS Coupe introduced in 2011, and with a useful load space of 590 litres (1550 with rear sears down) bringing practicality to the coupe styling. It will be available from €70,590 for the 250 CDI and €76,590 for the 350 CDI.

Exciting times indeed for the three pointed star, and with further models such as the CLA Coupe, as well as an all new S-Class and small SUV GLA due for launch in 2013, the brand can look forward with confi dence to continued market growth in the years ahead.

Cathal Doyle

Hyundai Cars Ireland has appointed Darragh Brennan as National Fleet Manager. Darragh joins

the company from the Fiat Auto Group where his position was National Fleet Development Executive and has over 22 years’ experience working in the Irish Motor Industry having worked at all levels for volume brands.

Hyundai Cars Ireland is confi dent that with Darragh’s appointment, the Korean brand will become a serious player in the fl eet sector. Th e product line now includes the widely acclaimed i140 – the all new generation Santa Fe , the all new Hyundai i30 and i20 as well as an array of Commercial Vehicles, with more to come.

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