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  • Seat Leon 1.2 TSI S Copa Price – £13 995

    Seat has announced the brand’s dynamic new Leon 1.2 TSI S Copa model, which is already available for just £13 995.

    The car comes with rich standard equipment like – 16” alloy wheels, dual zone climate control, Bluetooth phone connectivity, a multi-function steering wheel and cruise control.

    It is available with a new 1.2-litre TSI 105 PS turbocharged petrol or the Spaniards’ super-frugal 1.6-litre TDI common rail 105 PS turbodiesel.

    Copa is a new trim level launched earlier this year, which offer better value for money. It is currently available for the stylish Ibiza supermini and sporty Leon family hatchback.

    ‘Today’s new car market remains an ultra-competitive place with buyers understandably keen to grab every last ounce of value from their new car purchase.”, commented SEAT UK Head of Marketing, Steve Robertson.

    “I’m sure our enhanced finance deals – which make the Leon S Copa as affordable as it is luxurious – will convince even more buyers that the time is right to switch to SEAT.”, he finished.
    Check out the price list, below!

    Seat Leon 1.2 TSI S Copa Side
    Seat Leon 1.2 TSI S Copa Side
    Seat Leon Price list
    Seat Leon Price list

    Source: Seat

  • 2012 Volkswagen Beetle

    Volkswagen has introduced a new version of the super popular Beetle. The company revived one of the most popular models in its history in 1998. The new model is inspired by the Beetle Ragster concept shown in Detroit in 2005.

    2012 Bettle is bigger and has more masculine and dynamic appearance Its dimensions are: 4 278 mm in length, 1 808 mm in width and 1 486 in height.  The wheelbase is 2 537 mm, which is also increased. The boot capacity is 310 litres, which is a more than 100 litres than a 1998 model.  The Beetle has four seats, with a split-fold rear seat for added versatility.

    The interior features good quality materials, distinctive appearance with easy to identify and ergonomic controls.

    There are three trim levels: Beetle, Design and Sport. The options list is huge, too. It includens Keyless Access, SAT NAV systems, a panoramic sunroof, bi-xenon headlights, LED daytime running lights, etc.

    The engine range consists of three petrol and one diesel power plants. The petrols are a 1.2 litre TSI 105PS, a 1.4 litre TSI with 160PS and a mighty 2.0 litre TSI developing 200PS. The diesel is a 1.6 litre TDI with 105PS with BlueMotion Technology. Thanks to the addition of Stop/Start and battery regeneration systems the Beetle 1.6-litre 105 PS is estimated to have a combined fuel consumption of 65.7 mpg and CO2 emissions of 112 g/km.

    The safety is at very high level, because of the laser-welded and galvanised body structure which has one of the highest torsional rigidity values in the segment at 26,000 Nm/˚.  The car also has six airbags and ESP as standard. The 2.0-litre 200 PS, will feature standard XDS electronic differential lock as fitted to the Golf GTI.

    The new Beetle will hit the market in early 2012. Price list is not announced, yet!

    2012 Volkswagen Beetle

    2012 Volkswagen Beetle
    2012 Volkswagen Beetle
    2012 Volkswagen Beetle
    2012 Volkswagen Beetle
    2012 volkswagen beetle
    2012 volkswagen beetle
    2012 volkswagen beetle
    2012 volkswagen beetle
    2012 volkswagen beetle
    2012 volkswagen beetle
    2012 volkswagen beetle
    2012 volkswagen beetle
    2012 volkswagen beetle
    2012 volkswagen beetle

    Source: Volkswagen

  • ABT Performance packages for small VW’s power units

    ABT now offers a new package of performance upgrades for the 1.2TSI, 1.4TSI and 1.6TDI engines.

    The 1.2 liter TSI with 105PS (77kW), which powers VW Polo, Golf and Scirocco models, and Seat Ibiza, too. The performance package adds 35PS (26kW).

    The more powerful 1.4 liter TSI with 122PS (90kW) can be boosted to 160PS (118kW), which is an improvement of 38PS (28kW). This engine can be found in A3 and Jetta. (more…)

  • 2011 Volkswagen Touran MPV – an excellent choice

    2011 Volkswagen Touran compact MPV is now on sale and can be ordered in the UK. The starting price is £17 585 RRP on the road. The new MPV features , a range of efficient engines and a lot of extras.

    The vehicle was unveiled at the Leipzig Motor Show in April this year. The new Touran draws on the design language seen on the Polo and new Sharan with a mix of clean lines and a lower, wider appearance than the model it replaces. (more…)