• Posts Tagged ‘saloon’

    Russian premiere for new Mazda 6

    by  • July 26, 2012 • Motoring News

    2012 Mazda 6 exterior front left

    The all new Mazda 6 saloon will debut at the Moscow Motor Show next month. The Mazda 6 will be the first car in the Japanese manufacturer’s range to feature the i-ELOOP regenerative braking system, which uses electric devices to improve on fuel economy and to reduce carbon emissions. Mazda is billing the new...

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    Seat’s new Toledo is ‘perfect saloon’

    by  • June 26, 2012 • Motoring News

    2012 Seat Toledo exterior - front left

    Dynamic driving fun and elegant design are what Seat is promising in the new Toledo, which is due to reach Ireland by the end of the year. In fact, Seat is confident that in the new Toledo it has created ‘the perfect saloon’. With sporty looks, a spacious interior, great efficiency and value-for-money, the...

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    Hyundai i40 is a design delight

    by  • June 20, 2012 • Car Reviews, Test Drives

    2012 Hyundai i40 exterior - front left

    If you like to know exactly how long you’ve been stopped at the lights, then the Hyundai i40 is the car for you as its Stop/Start system tells you just that. And if you’re into quirkiness, it sings a little welcome song when you turn the key in the ignition. The Hyundai i40 is...

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    Tesla electric saloon rolls off factory line

    by  • June 14, 2012 • Motoring News

    2012 Tesla Model S exterior - right front

    It’s always exciting taking delivery of a new car, but how exciting would it be if you were the first person in the world to own a particular model? Well, that’s exactly the position Tesla investor Steve Jurvetson found himself in last week, when he cautiously drove his new Tesla Model S out of...

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    New Opel Astra arriving in September

    by  • June 7, 2012 • Motoring News

    2012 Opel Astra Saloon exterior - left rear

    Opel has announced an autumn date for the Irish launch of its new Astra Saloon. Joining the hatchback, Sports Tourer and GTC coupe, the 4-door saloon will complete the Astra line up. Six engine types will initially be on offer in Ireland – three petrol units – 1.4 turbo (140hp), 1.6i six-speed automatic (115hp),...

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    First Drive: Lexus GS 450h

    by  • June 6, 2012 • Car Reviews, First Drives

    2012 Lexus GS 450h exterior - left front

    Lexus is offering an enhanced luxury experience in its new GS 450h, which arrives in Ireland on Friday. This is the fourth generation of the hybrid saloon, and Lexus promises improved design, better driving dynamics, and a more spacious interior. Boot size is also remarkable, being 55 per cent larger than that of the...

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    Quirky features in new Chrysler 300C

    by  • June 1, 2012 • Motoring News

    2012 Chyrsler C300 exterior - right front

    If heated and cooled cup-holders are top of your motoring wish-list then you may want to check out Chrysler’s new 300C, as the feature comes as standard in the executive saloon. With an all-new look both inside and out, the new 300C will be available in two versions, both powered by Chrysler’s new 3l...

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    September launch for new BMW 7 Series

    by  • May 31, 2012 • Motoring News

    2012 BMW 7 Series exterior - left front

    The new BMW 7 Series will hit Irish showrooms in late September. With a focus on sporting elegance, refinement and comfort, the new saloon reinforces the German marque’s commitment to building the finest flagship model possible. The new BMW 7 Series also combines enhanced performance with significantly reduced emissions and fuel consumption. Outside, the...

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