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| Astra Sport Tourer Pictures Revealed |
June 2010 |
The new Astra Sports Tourer will receive its debut at this year’s Paris Motor Show in September and hit UK showrooms by the end of the year.
The Sports Tourer will be the second model to join the new Astra range, which has now sold over 28,000 units in the UK (to end of May) since its launch last December, and has helped the Astra become Britain’s best-selling retail range in the first five months of this year.
Combining high levels of practicality, clothed in a typically sleek and rakish body from Brit, Mark Adams’ design team, the Sports Tourer will be available to order from the start of October.
Crucially, the Astra Sports Tourer and its hatch sibling will also be among the first Vauxhall models to adopt Start/Stop technology, reducing emissions and fuel consumptions.
Illustrating the depth of Vauxhall’s engineering and manufacturing excellence in the UK, the Sports Tourer will be assembled solely at Vauxhall’s Ellesmere Port plant in Cheshire, while its new upper-body structure has been 100 per cent engineered at Vauxhall Engineering Centre in Bedfordshire. And like the recently launched Astra hatch, the Sports Tourer will feature key dynamic elements tuned for UK roads.
As well as boasting a cargo area with flat wall linings to fully optimise available space, a new FlexFold feature (standard or optional depending on trim level) allows each section of the 60:40 split-fold rear seatbacks to be lowered at the press of a button housed in the walls of the cargo compartment. In addition, with the rear seat cushions folded up against the front seat-backs, the Sports Tourer has a completely flat load floor and a maximum load capacity of up to 1550 litres.
Inside, occupants will benefit from the same embracing, premium cabin as in the new Astra hatch, with features like the wraparound wing front fascia and unique ambient lighting.
From launch, Astra Sports Tourer buyers will have a choice of six frugal, yet lively engines, with an ultra-low emissions, Start/Stop-equipped ecoFLEX model available soon afterwards.
To find out more and to see the first pictures visit www.astra-and-action.co.uk |
| Reviews Of The New Meriva - At Pentagon Now |
June 2010 |
Richard Hammond, Daily Mirror - 21 January
"(the picture) shows how the doors operate and gives an idea of how practical the Meriva will be. I predicted a hit and I don't think I'm wrong."
Auto Express - 27 January
"The rear-hinged back doors are more than just a gimmick, and make getting in and out a breeze - they should also be popular with parents, who'll notice the benefits when strapping their children in the back...The designers have even added a splash of desirability with the sculpted bodywork."
Top Gear - February 2010
(re: FlexDoors) "...they do look excellent, as does the rest of the car."
Autocar.co.uk - 7 April
"This is a highly innovative compact MPV, with superb interior flexibility. It's well-made and pleasant to drive, and the rear-hinged doors and configurable rear seat can't be matched by the opposition...overall, a very clever and appealing machine."
Auto Trader.co.uk - 8 April
"Those rear-hinged doors help the Meriva stand out from the crowd in a way that buyers will find useful - overall rating 10/10."
What Car? online - 8 April
"An innovative take on the small MPV with rear-hinged rear doors for easy access. Drives well with comfy ride and secure handling. Packed with family-friendly features."
The Sun - 9 April
"MERIVA'S A-DOOR-ABLE"
"...the reverse-hinged doors make a difference, particularly with kids and mums - the Meriva's target audience."
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| Motability Events At Pentagon |
May 2010 |
Win prizes, enjoy exclusive deals and meet Motability Car Scheme experts
Your local Pentagon dealership is hosting its annual Big Motability Event for 2 days from Friday the 4th June. It is packed with chances to win fantastic prizes including a brand new Car worth £15,000 plus visitors can learn, first-hand, more about the UK’s leading car scheme for disabled people.
Available exclusively at the event will be the chance to take advantage of special offers including no advance payment on selected brand new diesel models, free transfers to the event, test drives and refreshments plus every visitor will receive a free ‘Guide to Accessible Britain’ book, published by Rough Guides. On hand will be trained Motability Specialists from Pentagon to offer advice on getting a new car plus all the benefits that go with it.
The Motability Scheme offers people who receive the Higher Rate Mobility Component of the Disability Living Allowance a brand new car every three years plus a host of other great peace of mind benefits including;
- 3 years fully comprehensive insurance
- Personal accident cover
- Full Aftersales servicing and maintenance
- Full breakdown assistance from the RAC
- A mileage allowance of 60,000 miles over the three years
- Free tyre replacement
James Reeve, Motability Spokesperson for Pentagon commented:
“The Pentagon Big Motability Event promises to be a great occasion to learn more about the Motability Car Scheme and to see how our fantastic deals, like complementary parking sensors, make getting on the road even easier. We’re really looking forward to welcoming local people to join in the fun and take advantage of the free information, advice and expertise on offer.”
There will be many cars on show, including the Insignia, New Astra and Zafira MPV – diesel versions of which are all available with no advance payment – together with a host of other award winning models including a great selection of Chevrolet and Peugeot vehicles.
The Big Motability Event takes place at their showrooms natinwide For more information and to book an appointment call Pentagon on Freephoen 0800 085 7296 or visit www.pentagon-group.co.uk/motability
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| All New Movano At Pentagon Soon |
May 2010 |
- Massive range with 29 body types to choose from
- Available with front or rear-wheel drive
- Class leading cabin ergonomics and cargo space
- Gross vehicle weight up to 4.5 tons, payload up to 2.5 tons
- New power trains with low operating costs
The all new Movano from Vauxhall will be a serious player in the heavy van segment when it's launched at Pentagon this month.
Customers for Vauxhall's second generation Movano will be spoilt for choice when the new van goes on sale in May, with no less than 29 different body styles to choose from once all variants have come to market.
Movano's drivers can also expect to be among the happiest and most comfortable when they get behind the wheel with special attention having been paid to cabin comfort and ergonomics, as well as to the cargo space areas. A new range of fuel-sipping common rail diesel engines ensure operators will be just as content.
The modular platform, developed jointly with Renault, comes with front or rear-wheel drive depending on payload category. Rear-wheel drive variants can be ordered with twin wheels at the rear.
The new Vauxhall Movano will offer a wider selection of variants than most of the competition, as well as a tailor-made model for nearly every potential customer profile. The full range includes panel van, doublecab and Combi versions, chassis cabs with standard or crew cab, platform cab, three wheelbases, four vehicle lengths and three roof heights.
UK prices are also announced today and start from a highly competitive £21,660 (ex.VAT RRP) for the L2H2 3300 FWD 100PS model.
New Movano is also an excellent base for conversions and will be available ex-works as a tipper, dropside and box van.
Cab comfort and safety has been enhanced in a number of areas such as driver visibility, multi-adjustable seats (in various configurations) and an adjustable steering column that allows for relaxed driving on the longest journeys. Meanwhile the options list for the new Movano has really moved the game on with items such as static cornering lights, a centre seat back that folds into a work surface and a rotating laptop table.
An array of easy-to-reach storage compartments round off the Movano's superbly practical use of space.
The cargo area of the new Movano offers load lengths extending to 4.4 metres, and load capacity of up to 17 cubic metres (L4H3 version).
Loading the new Movano couldn't be simpler. Front wheel drive variants feature low sill heights while all models offer side sliding and rear access doors. Large door apertures make access for large loads and Euro palettes easy.
Under the bonnet, a new generation of 2.3 CDTi four-cylinder common-rail diesel engines combine strong performance with low operating costs. Three power outputs are available: 100PS/285 Nm, 125 PS/310 Nm and 150PS/350 Nm. All engines come with a six-speed gearbox as standard and are Euro 4 or Euro 5 (with DPF) compliant. The 125PS and 150PS versions can be coupled with the semi-auto Techshift transmission.
New Movano's fuel consumption is expected to be among best in class when all versions are launched, depending on model and engine.
Increased fuel efficiency isn't the only way new Movano owners will save money. The new engines are now designed with a 250,000 mile lifespan while extended mileage service intervals and reduced maintenance costs are an added bonus.
Movano's advanced chassis has been tuned to be agile but also comfortable, both when loaded and empty. Active and passive safety equipment includes ABS brakes with electronic brake force distribution (EBD) as standard on all models while electronic stability program (ESP) is also standard on rear-wheel drive and optional for front-wheel drive versions. Passive safety features include front airbags, side airbags integrated in the seats (optional) and seat-belt pretensioners.
The launch phase of the new Movano will be staggered according to the body variants and vehicles will be available at Pentagon from May. |
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