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Citroen Announce the New C4

Citroen have officially announced the new C4 which they describe as “An all new car”. Every body panel has been replaced and sits on an adapted chassis of the existing model. Citroen have used a new welding technique which they say will save weight and in turn, increase the fuel economy. Dimensions of the new model have been increased, but from first glance the new C4 has an array of similarities to the current model.

 

The new C4 is entering a market of already impressive hatchback models like the Volkswagen Golf, and the all new Ford Focus which have an array of hi tech cabins, as the new C4 does, but Citroen say with improved fuel economy and lower CO2 emissions this model will be extremely competitive within it particular sector when launched

 

 

The new Saab 9-5 set to be a hit !

VW Polo GTI Review

Volkswagen UK has announced that the new Polo GTI is now open for ordering. Customer deliveries are expected to begin in early July.

 

Promised to be the fastest, most responsive and cleanest hot hatch yet, the polo seems to fair well against its closest rivals of the Renault Clio sport and the Seat Ibiza Cupra.

 

Performance figures are impressive with an output of 178bhp at 6,200rpm and 184lbs ft of torque from 2,000rpm. These figures get the Polo GTI to 62 mph in just 6.9 seconds and keep it going until it reaches its top speed of 148mph.

 

 
 

Video Trailer of the New VW Polo GTI

A Whole New Concept By Mini

The New mini Countryman is the fourth edition of the mini range, it is the first generation of mini to have 4 wheel drive as an option as well as having four fully functional passenger doors for improved access.

 

Mini describes the countryman as a cross-over due to the ‘All 4’ four wheel drive system being an option and not a standard feature. The ‘All 4’ system is designed to work as a 4x4 but does not work in the same way as the systems incorporated into its rival models. The mini’s system spreads the power ratio 50% to the front and 50% to the back for everyday driving with a transfer of 100% power to the rear if needed.

 

 

Mini have put a range of power plants into the countryman ranging from the entry level Mini One D with 89Bhp through to the Cooper S countryman with 181Bhp. All models will be coupled with a 6 speed gearbox as standard but petrol models will have the additional option of a 6 speed automatic with BMW’s steptronic system.

 

First look at the New Volkswagen Amarok !

 

 

The New 2010 Range Rover

The new Range Rover 2010 model is said to be modelled on the previous Tange Rover sport with minimal changes that seem to make a big difference. The new model is said to have improved fuel consumption by up to 7.3% in the diesel range but it managers to also deliver improved performance figures.

The New 2010 Range Rover !

Government launches new CO2 comparison tool

The Department for Transport (DfT) has today improved the Act on CO2 website - http://www.direct.gov.uk/actonco2 - to provide a car search tool that can be used to compare CO2 emissions and annual running costs on all current editions of each make and model.

Transport minister Andrew Adonis said: "I hope this will encourage individuals and businesses to look for an economical car whilst supporting the industry and stimulating widespread environmental change."

Sinclair Direct 'Sail Away Sale'

Sinclair Direct have two fantasic cruise promotions to help you start 2009 off in luxury...

Le Break

Choose from a huge selection of quality used multi-franchise vehicles and test drive just one to be entered into our daily test drive prize draw to win a relaxing Le Break to France with your car on board one of Brittany Ferries' award winning ships.  Departing from Portsmouth, Poole or Plymouth arriving in Caen, Cherboug, St Malo or Roscoff.  Stay for up to 72 hours in your chosen destination to enjoy a taste of what France has to offer.

Cruise & Dine

Purchase any vehicle and receive our bonus offer of mini weekend 'Cruise and Dine' break to the old walled city of St Malo on the coast of Brittany France.  Enjoy a return cruise with cabin accomodation plus a superb complimentary meal.  Plus for those of you who love to golf we are also offering discounted green fees at Le Tronchet.

Available on selected test drives and all purchases at either Sinclair Direct Bridgend or Sinclair Direct Newport throughout January 2009.

For full stock of vehicles plus special discounted offers search www.sinclairdirect.co.uk