The premium flagship Skoda Octavia model is now available in Ireland. In addition to the Elegance trim, the Octavia Laurin & Klement features 18” Turbine alloys and Bi-xenon headlights with LEDs. Inside, the brown alcantara and leather upholstered front seats are heated and can be electrically adjusted. Audiophiles will want to check out the...
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Volkswagen dealers are now taking orders for the new Volkswagen Golf SV, for July delivery. The German car manufacturer says the new Golf SV will offer ‘all of the advanced technology of the Golf hatchback range, but in a larger, more practical body’. The new model replaces the Golf Plus and will sit between...
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From a 2012 concept to a 2014 reality, the all new Kia Soul has arrived in Ireland. The Korean car company says the new-look compact SUV was ‘inspired by’ the 2012 Kia Track’ster concept and introduces a ‘thoroughly fresh, more grown-up appearance without losing its individualistic edge’. It’s certainly a distinctive looking car and...
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Opel has added a front wheel drive variant to the Opel Insignia Country Tourer model. The German car maker describes the Insignia Country Tourer as an ‘athletic all-rounder’ with higher ground clearance ‘providing freedom beyond urban roads’. Meanwhile, its says the all-wheel drive model offers grip and ‘sure-footed handling’ in all conditions. Both variants...
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To say the Nissan Juke Nismo is an unusual looking crossover is a bit of an understatement – and I can never quite decide whether I like it or not. It’s certainly a distinctive looking car, with the bulging multi-socketed bug eyes on the front giving way to sleek, sophisticated looking lines along the...
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Skoda has added the sporty Monte Carlo derivative to its Citigo city car range, and has hinted that this treatment may also be on the cards for the Yeti SUV and the Rapid. Showcasing its sporty personality, the Citigo Monte Carlo sits lower than the original model, with 15in Auriga aluminium wheels and tinted...
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Silver is the colour of choice for Irish drivers when it comes to buying a new Ford, new European research from the company has found. However, in general white has surpassed black across the continent, with brown and orange the fastest growing colours. Ireland also has the highest uptake of manual air conditioning and...
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The all new Peugeot 308 SW will be available in Ireland from July. The French car company is describing it as a ‘contemporary and spacious estate for modern family drivers’. Long and wide, this ‘sporty estate’ is also lighter than its predecessor, which has a positive impact on its fuel economy. The new model...
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