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New car lines
publication date: Jan 4, 2011
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author/source: Robin Roberts
The new C-Class will
be launched in spring 2011 and is a comprehensive modernisation.
The front and
rear sections of this best selling model have a more striking design. There is
now a high-resolution colour display screen in the instrument cluster, an
elegant new dashboard with grained surface and prominent decorative trim
emphasising the premium character of the interior. Fuel consumption has been
improved by up to 31 per cent. |  | Efficiency-enhancing measures including new
engines, the improved 7G-TRONIC PLUS automatic transmission and the ECO
start/stop function also feature. Ten new driving assistance systems ranging
from the standard ATTENTION ASSIST drowsiness detection system to the optional
DISTRONIC PLUS proximity control system are also now available for this model
series for the first time.
"In terms of
drive and protection systems the new-generation C-Class offers the same comfort
and safety as our luxury models. High-grade interior features
remind one of the new CLS, the C-Class sets completely new standards in its
segment with respect to perceived value and quality," says Dr. Joachim
Schmidt, Sales & Marketing Director at Mercedes-Benz Cars. This interior
modernisation is supplemented with a new telematics generation that not only
includes completely redesigned displays, but also makes onboard internet access
available.
A total of more than
2,000 new components distinguish the latest generation of the Mercedes-Benz
C-Class from its predecessor. The UK market launch of the Saloon and Estate
versions will take place in March 2011. | | | | The significantly upgraded
Mazda2 range has gone on sale and now includes an automatic model.
Mazda
expects the new Mazda2 Automatic to prove so popular, particularly with
Motability drivers and driving schools, that it will quickly become one of the
best-selling variants of its acclaimed supermini range.The Mazda2 has
always been in demand from those who lease a car through the Motability Scheme,
and the arrival of the Mazda2 Automatic will increase this trend.
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To
build on the anticipated sales impetus, the Mazda2 Automatic will feature in
Mazda's special driving school programme, alongside the lower-medium sector
Mazda3.
The programme is
aimed specifically at the 17,000 qualified driving instructors who are
self-employed or work for small driving schools across the UK. Anecdotal
evidence suggests that many newly qualified drivers go on to purchase either
new or second-hand a car similar to the one in which they received driving
lessons.
The new five-door
automatic Mazda2 is badged ‘TS2 Automatic' and sees a four-speed automatic
transmission mated to the 1.5-litre engine, which returns 44.8mpg with CO2
emissions of 146g/km and it costs £12,370. |
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