• Posts Tagged ‘compact’

    Kia sows cee’d of success

    by  • October 3, 2012 • Car Reviews, Test Drives

    2012 Kia cee'd exterior static front right

    If a stylish set of wheels is non-negotiable in your search for a compact family car, then you should take a look at the new Kia cee’d. Fans of Top Gear will recognise its predecessor as the car from its Star in a Reasonably Priced Car segment, but get that image out of your...

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    ‘Emotional driving fun’ in all new Seat Leon

    by  • July 17, 2012 • Motoring News

    2012 Seat Leon exterior left side

    Seat reckons it has brought ‘enjoyneering’ to a new level with its all new Seat Leon, which is pencilled in for a February launch date in Ireland. Completely redesigned from the ground up, the new Leon promises to be a mid-size model that’s full of high-end technologies – in its chassis, drive, driving assistance...

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    Skoda Rapid has families in its sights

    by  • June 19, 2012 • Motoring News

    2012 Skoda Rapid exterior - right front

    Skoda reckons it has developed ‘the right car at the right time’ for the price-conscious family market with the introduction of its new compact saloon, the Rapid. Sitting between the Fabia and the Octavia, the Rapid is aimed at families looking for a spacious first car. Following hot on the heels of the Citigo,...

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    Toyota GT86 a sports car for enthusiasts

    by  • May 29, 2012 • Motoring News

    2012 Toyota GT86 exterior - left side

    Toyota has returned to the sports car market with the GT86, a compact four seater that has been designed specifically for motorists for whom driving is a passion rather than a necessity. An entirely driver-oriented vehicle, the GT86 was designed with a ‘viewed from the inside out’ approach – its bold front wings are...

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