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CITROEN C3 WITH EVEN MORE CHARISMA

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The refreshed Citroen C3 continues to cater to the French marque’s desire to stand apart from the motoring crowd. The Australian importer says it’s aimed at, “the young urban creatives who seek to express their individual personality.” Speaking to existing owners we are well aware that the C3 doesn’t just to young creatives, it also appeals to the folks, often Francophiles who want something more than simply a box-on-wheels styling. A recent refresh of the little Citroen has been announced, details are here. • Redesigned Airbump feature• Addition of front… Read more

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AUDI FRESHENS UP ITS VERSATILE Q5 FOR 2021

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Q5 is the mid-sized model in Audi’s SUV range and its most popular. It’s been on sale here since 2009. The current, second generation, model has been on sale since 2017 with upgrades in late 2019 and now in early 2021. The latest update brings some external styling changes, a refreshed interior, updated user interface, advanced engine technology and additional equipment. On the outside the single frame grille has been tweaked with more prominent vertical slats in line with the most recent Audi Q3 and Q7 models to provide a… Read more

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THREE MORE MERCEDES E 350 VARIANTS

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Additional E 350 models have been introduced to the Australian Mercedes-Benz E-Class in sedan, coupe and cabriolet bodies. The Merc E 350 range has leather upholstery, an MBUX widescreen cockpit with two 12.3-inch high-resolution digital displays, multimedia functions including voice control, NTG6 navigation, and smartphone integration via Apple Car Play or Google Android Auto. There is charging for compatible mobile devices and remote interactivity with vehicle functions via the Mercedes me Connect smartphone app. The Nappa leather steering wheel has touch-sensitive capacitive panels and galvanised shift paddles. The heated front… Read more

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NEW NISSAN PATHFINDER FIRST DETAILS

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Nissan has provided details on its upcoming new Pathfinder. This information is from an American press release and Aussie ones may be different, though we don’t anticipate major changes. The design of the front is aimed to convey size and give it a rugged look. The LED headlights include slim upper daytime running lights. The C-pillar has a look that allows use of two-tone paint for the first time on a Pathfinder. Every 2022 Pathfinder features a 284-horsepower (212 kW) 3.5-litre direct injection V6 mated with an all-new nine-speed automatic… Read more

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VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN GETS MAJOR UPDATES

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Volkswagen Tiguan SUV, has received a series of updates. The Tiguan Life is offered as a 1.4-litre 110kW/250Nm with front-wheel drive and six-speed DSG transmission; or as a 132TSI 4MOTION all-wheel drive with a seven-speed DSG with 132kW and 320Nm. Tiguan Elegance and R-Line have the choice of a 162kW/350Nm petrol variant or the 147kW/400Nm turbo-diesel, both versions with a seven-speed DSG automatic and 4MOTION all-wheel drive. Tech highlights include standard Digital Cockpit Pro, Touch climate controls and IQ.DRIVE with a new haptic touch steering wheel. Replacing Traffic Jam Assist,… Read more

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SKODA KAMIQ NOW ON SALE IN AUSTRALIA

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Skoda Kamiq is what the Czech company describes a “city-sized SUV’. It’s sold here in three model grades: the 85TSI Kamiq with the choice of a six-speed manual or seven-speed DSG transmission; the sporty 110TSI Monte Carlo; and a 110TSI Limited Edition. The Kamiq has a 85kW/200Nm turbo-petrol engine. Monte Carlo and Limited Edition have a 110kW/250Nm turbo-petrol unit. The Kamiq range is available to purchase now, both from Skoda Australia’s national dealer network and online via the Skoda website (www.skoda.com.au). Skoda Kamiq has a five-year/ unlimited kilometre warranty. STANDARD… Read more

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MASERATI CHANGES AND UPGRADES FOR 2021

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Maserati has renewed the entire range with the Ghibli, Quattroporte and Levante SUV with styling refreshes and a substantial upgrade to the multimedia system in terms of both appearance and technology. The MY21 versions feature a new front grille and the rear light clusters. The latter have a boomerang shape inspired by that of the late1990s by Giugiaro’s 3200 GT. MASERATI GHIBLIThis new front grille is characterised by a distinctive feature: the Maserati tuning fork. It comes in chrome in the GranLusso trim and in even more aggressive, sportier Black… Read more

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SKODA SCALA FIRST DETAILS

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The Skoda Scala is a new compact SUV that’s offered with a 110TSI turbo-petrol engine, driven through either a six-speed manual or a seven-speed DSG automatic transmission. New Scala comes with a Launch Edition to introduce it to potential Aussie buyers. Standard exterior features include full LED tail lights with dynamic (sweeping) rear indicators, 18-inch alloy wheels and tinted privacy glass. It comes with adaptive cruise control, automatic tailgate and Smartlink integration with Apple Carplay and Android Auto. A Virtual Cockpit, with a 10.25-inch high-definition colour display is standard across… Read more

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HYUNDAI KONA UPGRADES

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Hyundai’s Kona SUV has been refreshed and upgraded for 2021. The most interesting news is the introduction of sporty new N Line models. The Kona N Line and N Line Premium are powered by a new, 146kW SmartStream 1.6 turbo-petrol engine. It sits beside a double-clutch auto that drives all four wheels. It has a sports-tuned chassis with a multi-link rear suspension. The range-opening Kona, and the Kona Active, Elite and Highlander have a new SmartStream 2.0-litre petrol engine driving the front wheels. A high-performance Kona N will be here… Read more

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FACELIFTED PEUGEOT 3008 AND 5008

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Facelifted Peugeot 3008 and 5008 will be launched in Australia at a date yet to be announced in the coming months. Full Australian specifications and pricing will be released closer to the on-sale date, in the meantime here is what we have been told. A new frameless grille features at the front. At the rear it will have LED lights include a ‘3D lion claw’ lighting signature and scrolling indicators. The lights feature a smoked glass lens, extending the black boot strip on either side of the vehicle. A 10-colour… Read more