There’s a new Jaguar on the way. Based on the C-X17 concept car, the new Jaguar F-PACE is expected to go on sale in 2016. Jaguar describes the F-PACE as a ‘highly-efficient five-seat performance crossover underpinned by Jaguar’s innovative aluminium-intensive architecture and advanced suspension system’. It says it will ‘deliver an unrivalled blend of...
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The new Seat Leon ST Cupra will be premiered at the Geneva Motor Show in March, ahead of its Irish launch in the summer. The high performance estate model follows the hugely popular Seat Leon Cupra hatchback. Seat says it ‘combines all the performance of the CUPRA with the versatility of the ST estate...
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If you like to be different and you’re in the market for a family hatchback, then the new Citroen C4 Cactus is worth checking out. The Cactus has its genesis in a concept car, and the production model very much has a concept feel about it. With contrasting customisable coloured ‘airbumps’ on the door...
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Prices for the new Volkswagen Golf estate will start from €22,280, Volkswagen has announced. The new model is available to order now and is offered in the same trims as the five-door hatchback variant – Trendline, Comfortline and Highline. Sixteen engine options are on offer, ranging from a 1.2 TSI 85bhp five speed manual...
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Mercedes-Benz offered a glimpse into the commute of the future at International CES in Las Vegas today, with the unveiling of the extremely futuristic-looking Mercedes-Benz F 015 Luxury in Motion concept car. Keynote speaker Dr Dieter Zetsche said the most important luxury goods of the 21st century are ‘private space and quality time’ and...
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No, the C in International CES does not stand for car, but with all the automotive technology on the schedule you’d be forgiven for thinking so. The Consumer Electronics Show officially kicks off in Las Vegas tomorrow, with Ford’s Mark Fields and Mercedes-Benz’ Dieter Zetsche among the keynote speakers. Tonight (4am GMT), Dr Zetsche...
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The new Peugeot 108 arrives in Ireland in January. The predecessor of the Peugeot 107, the new model is described by Peugeot as ‘a compact runabout that’s exceptionally user-friendly for day-to-day motoring’. ‘Affordable quality’ is a key consideration, it said. The new four-seater will initially be offered as a five-door with a choice of...
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First there was Adam, now there’s Karl. Opel is making it easier for indecisive or lazy city car drivers around Europe to name their car with pre-named models. The German car manufacturer describes the new compact as ‘small, exquisite and simply outstanding’. Available from next summer, the 5-door Karl can comfortably accommodate five people,...
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