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New GT-R, Avensis and bespoke Mini options
publication date: Nov 8, 2011
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author/source: Robin Roberts
Nissan
will launch a more powerful and better handling GT-R in the UK next year.
Order books open next month and deliveries should
start in Spring 2012, with the power output raised to 550ps, and the RHD models
will have unique asymmetric suspension settings while a track focused version
will also be available for the ultimate GT-R fan. |  | Not only will it provide greater performance but this is
allied to improved economy and lower emissions to provide further excitement to
drivers and passengers.
As well
as more power, the 2012 MY GT-R has a newly developed asymmetric suspension
which compensates for greater weight on the driver's side in RHD models,
enhanced transmission ‘feel' and a stronger body for extra rigidity and ever
better handling. Prices come in December. | | | The start of
production of the new Avensis at Toyota's Burnaston factory brings some welcome
good news for Britain's manufacturing industry.
And as the first cars come off the line, Toyota is
announcing prices for the new car which match those for the current model, in
spite of the extra equipment, new styling and improved performance on offer. The introduction of the revised Avensis, which will reach
showrooms early next year, reaffirms Toyota's commitment to Burnaston and to UK
manufacturing. |  | Burnaston is Toyota's largest production site in Europe and has
benefited from £1.15 billion investment since it opened in 1992 and, as the
centre for all Avensis production, has built three generations of the model
since 1997.
Tony Walker, Toyota Manufacturing UK Deputy Managing
Director, said: "This is great news for Burnaston, we are proud to be starting
work on the new Avensis, a car that is central to Toyota's European strategy
and a key model for the UK. British-built, and with petrol engines sourced from
Toyota's Deeside factory plus ultra-efficient diesels, it is a stronger market
contender than ever before."
Unveiled at this year's Frankfurt motor show, the new-look
Avensis builds on the spaciousness, practicality and fuel efficiency that are
the established hallmark qualities of the model, delivering sharper
contemporary styling, a quieter and more comfortable cabin and improved driving
dynamics. In addition, its top-selling 2.0-litre D-4D engine has been
significantly revised to achieve lower emissions and better fuel economy: with
CO2 levels brought down to 119g/km, it strengthens Avensis's appeal as a high
value proposition, particularly for fleet operators and company car drivers.
The new Avensis is introduced with prices for the T2, TR and
T Spirit saloon and tourer matched to those of the current model. There is a
small decrease in the price of T4 models, taking into account revisions to the
specification. The new range starts at £18,450 for the 1.8 Valvematic T2 saloon
with six-speed manual transmission. | | |  | By offering a huge range of style,
comfort, convenience and technology options, MINI has always been ahead of the
pack at encouraging owners to personalise their cars.
Now the British brand is taking this unique appeal and innovation to a new
level of sophistication with the launch of a stunning collection of premium
options, called MINI Yours. | MINI Yours is pure differentiation by design, a vast catalogue of exclusive
and design-led exterior paints, tattoos, interior trims and upholsteries that
are completely new to MINI. It will ensure a bespoke and truly stand-out result
for every owner.
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