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New car lines
publication date: Jan 11, 2011
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author/source: Robin Roberts
Deliveries
of the new Jensen Interceptor R have started at Oxfordshire-based manufacturer
and restorer Jensen International Automotive (JIA), which set up business in
May last year.
The Jensen
Interceptor R is JIA's modern interpretation of the much loved British classic
from the swinging ‘60s and glamorous ‘70s.
Each
Interceptor R is hand-built from an original donor car, refurbished and treated
to modern specifications, boasting a GM Corvette LS3 V8 engine, independent
rear suspension, brand-new transmission and braking systems, and a luxurious new interior. |  | Jensen
International Automotive has the financial backing and know-how of Carphone
Warehouse's founder and chairman Charles Dunstone, who joined its board of
directors earlier last year.
‘Seeing
the first Interceptor grand tourers of 2011 being delivered is a great way to
start the year,' said Tony Banham, JIA's Managing Director. ‘Our current
production facilities are capable of achieving quality levels completely
unattainable only a couple of years ago. We have managed to produce a modern
Jensen without compromising on its spirit or heritage.'
Jensen
International Automotive has appointed Angie Voluti Consultancy to head its PR
and Media functions in the UK, with immediate effect.
The new
Jensen Interceptor R, powered by a 6.2 V8 producing 429bhp, can reach a top
speed of 160mph and hit 0-60mph in less than 4.5sec. Prices start from £105k,
with a five-month building schedule. | | | |
Customer deliveries of the new seven-seat Mazda5 1.6 diesel start in January
2011 and the model has among the best residual values in the compact
multi-activity vehicle segment.
The arrival of the 1.6-litre 115ps 138g/km turbo diesel unit, which is
available in TS2 or Sport trim, completes the Mazda5 line-up
following the launch of 1.8 and 2.0-litre petrol engine derivatives last
autumn. |  | The Mazda5 1.6D TS2 costs £20,650 on the road and the 1.6D Sport
£21,950. Company car drivers will pay 19 percent benefit-in-kind tax in 2010/11
on a P11D value of £20,485 and £21,785 respectively.
Residual value experts at CAP have described the Mazda5 as a ‘best kept
secret' in comparison with rivals in the burgeoning market sector, which
include the Citroen C4 Grand Picasso, Ford Grand C-MAX, Peugeot 5008, Renault
Grand Scenic and Vauxhall Zafira.
CAPpredicts that the 1.6D Sport will retain 32percent of its value at the
three-year/60,000-mile benchmark giving the model a value of £7,000, while the
TS2 will retain 31 percent of its value over the same period giving
a value of £6,375. Pence per mile operating costs, according to CAP are 36.55p
for the Sport and 35.38p for the TS2.
That means that residual values are ahead of much of the competition
including the models from Citroen, Peugeot, Renault and Vauxhall. | | | |  | Citroën's stylish New C4 is launched with prices starting from just £15,595.
Customers can also benefit from some powerful New C4 launch offers in
January, with the availability of 0% APR finance over 3 years with 30% deposit
or low-rate Elect 3 PCP finance with a highly competitive 4.9% APR.The car's compact external dimensions conceal generous internal volumes with
a class leading 408-litre boot and New C4 is available in three trim levels -
VTR, VTR+ and Exclusive. | There are four HDi diesel engines and three BMW
co-developed petrol units with 5 or 6-speed manual gearboxes and a fuel-saving
6-speed EGS.
All models are fuel and CO2efficient - with up to 67.3mpg economy
and emissions as low as 109g/km on e-HDi versions, making New C4 one of the
most ecologically conscious models in the segment.
Safe and secure, New C4 carries the maximum 5-star Euro NCAP rating,
including a 97% score in the ‘Safety Assist' category - the highest score for
any vehicle of its type.
New C4 prices start at £15,595, rising to £21,495 for the range-topping HDi
150 Exclusive. Thanks to the car's low emissions, all diesel models
qualify for free VED in the first year.
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 | Hyundai has revealed the Veloster three-door coupe for the first time on the
global stage.
The exciting newcomer made its world premiere at the 2011
North American International Auto Show during Hyundai's press conference and it
will be centre of stage at the Geneva show in March. The Veloster differentiates itself from traditional coupes through its
unique three-door configuration, which includes a rear door on the passenger
side for added practicality and useability, giving safe and easy access to the
spacious interior. | | The Veloster will be available with Hyundai's latest powertrain technology,
including the company's first six-speed double-clutch transmission and new,
efficient 1,6-litre four-cylinder GDI petrol engine. | | | |
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