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Spec levels bound to excite T his new LDV is a beast of a ute. It’s big, and it’s bold. Powered by a 2.8L VGT Diesel, this is a full size 4WD ute absolutely loaded with features. Available in both auto and manual, and in two spec levels, the new T60 is surely impressive. The VM Motori 2.8L Third Generation Common Rail Turbo Diesel Engine has high efficiency and low consumption surging power. The VGT turbo engine utilises variable cross-section Bosch third-generation high-pressure common rail direct injection technology to achieve high-power, low fuel consumption and low emissions. Rated power is 110KW / 3400rpm, maximum torque 360Nm and maximum. The T60 has unique three-mode driving mode. Expressway driving can be used in ECO mode, to achieve fuel efficiency. LDV’s T60 also utilises BorgWar timesharing four-wheel drive, with Bosch ninth generation ESP system, to provide good traction in the snow and ice on the road to avoid slipping, to ensure traffic safety. The T60 has a maximum wading depth of 500mm. It is equipped with Eaton mechanical automatic differential lock and Borg-War time-sharing four-wheel drive, which can be used effectively in the gravel. The LDV T60 can climb close to the angle of 27.2 degrees. When put in low four-wheel drive mode,
it can maximise the maximum torque to 360Nm and maximum climbing rate to 54 per cent. It has a rear tray capacity of 1188L and has a payload of 1025kg, and will accommodate most loads easily.
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lives on
cLaren Automotive, the British sportscar and supercar maker, returns to the Beijing Auto Show this week where the McLaren Senna will make its debut on Chinese soil and the brand will pull the covers off a unique limited run of 570GT cars. McLaren’s split-level stand will feature five of the brands latest sportscars and supercars from each of the now well-established product family of Sports Series, Super Series and Ultimate Series. True to the legendary abilities of the racing driver whose name it bears, the McLaren Senna has been designed, engineered and developed to be the ultimate road-legal McLaren track car. With 800PS (789bhp) and 800Nm (590b ft) from its 4.0-litre, twin-turbocharged V8 – McLaren’ s most powerful-ever internal combustion engine in a road car – and the ability to generate a staggering 800kg of downforce, the 1198kg McLaren Senna delivers the purest possible connection between driver and car. Performance is breathtaking. The McLaren Senna can cover 0–100km/h (62mph) in 2.8 seconds; 0-200km/h (124 mph) is achieved in just 6.8 seconds and a standing quarter-mile (402m) in only 9.9 seconds. Impressive though the straight-line acceleration and maximum speed of 340km/h (211 mph) are, the true depth of the performance credentials of the new Ultimate Series McLaren will be revealed when it calls on downforce of up to 800kg on a circuit, against the stop-watch. McLaren will also unveil details of an exciting collaboration with a Chinese designer on a limited run of 570GT Sports Series cars that makes use of traditional Chinese craftsmanship. The limited run will be exclusively retailed in the country, incorporate traditional Chinese elements with a modern twist alongside hand-crafted panels from a traditional Chinese embroidery master. McLaren Automotive has a growing presence in the Chinese market. With imports of the new 570S Spider and 720S expected to begin shortly, the company expects to double sales there this year.
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Suzi’s a real charmer A
mong the latest Swift range (they’re the best selling privately bought small cars in NZ) the RS, with its enthusiastic, 1.0 litre, three-cylinder 82kW/160NmBoosterjet turbo-petrol until recently was the spiciest performer of the bunch. But now has to surrender this title to its new Sport sibling, whose 1.4-litre four cylinder turbo-petrol produces 103kW, and 230Nm from 2500 to 3500rpm. It comes with option of either a sixspeed auto, or six-speed manual as driven. Now some cars can put a smile on your face as soon as you get behind the wheel. The Sport is definitely one of these! There’s an absolute minimum of turbo lag from this engine, lots of power on hand and a gear ratio ready for any driving situations. Factor in the car’s appropriately named (as far as the writer is concerned) light and strong Heartech platform and stated all-up weight of just under 1000kg adds up to a super performer. It’s one that the keenest of drivers will, when making the most of the engine’s performance and the short throw gearbox, scamper from 0-100kmh in just under 8 seconds. Doing this means goodbye to the claimed 6.1l/100km overall, but its still fuel-frugal and staying below 7L/100km is easy. But then the Sport also pulls so well at low speeds, like being happy to negotiate right angle turns around town in third gear, then cruising at 100kmh in sixth at 2300rpm. That is nicely in the maximum torque
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zone, resulting in quick overtaking response, without needing to change down. While there’s a Swift family look about the exterior, all the new models, are quite different than previously with an up to the minute look about them. The Sport adds carbon fibre look-a-like body dressings, dark night excellent LED headlights and neat twin exhausts, the sounds from which tempt you to head out into the country, wind the rear windows down, accelerate and listen! It sits on a very smart set of 17-inch alloys wearing 195/45R Continental Sport tyres. On the road the enthusiastic nature of the engine, nicely weighted electric steering and well-sorted chassis with its Monroe shock-absorbers front and rear and large stabilisers means a composed, yet rewarding drive. There is very precise and playful handling for those who appreciate such, and excellent brakes as well. But then it also happily cruises in a nice, relaxed manner on the open road, where its raft of driver assist and safety systems are present to provide assistance and reassurance. Also the wind and road noise,even on coarser chip is quite acceptable.
Around town the Swift is easy to drive and park through its neat size, tight turning circle and as needed, the reversing camera. While they are slightly smaller and lighter, the wheelbase is 20mm longer there’s more space inside, especially now for two adult (three at a pinch) rear seat passengers. But of course it’s the driver and front passenger who get priority with their shapely and comfortable sports seats complete with red stitching and Sport motif. Seated therein there’s plenty of headroom, very good vision all round, and they’re rather easy to get in and out of as well! The dash and instruments have red highlights, as has the neat steering wheel with its flat, squared off lower section. The alloy pedals set the mood as well. The 7.0-inch colour touchscreen infotainment system has dedicated sat-nav, bluetooth, reversing camera, and smartphone capability. There’s a 6-speaker sound system, climate air-con and key less entry/pushbutton start. A additional digital speed readout also would be useful and appreciated. The boot has quite a deep floor and holds a handy 242 litres of stuff. There’s no spare however, just a sealant kit. Until recently much of the latest in driver assist, safety and crash avoidance technology, like the adaptive cruise control, automated emergency braking and lane departure warning etc the Sport (as do the RS and GLX Swifts) has were the preserve of luxury priced vehicles.
SUZUKI SWIFT ■■ Pricing: $28,500. (Auto $29,990) - all plus ORCs. ■■ Engine: 1.4-litre 4 cylinder turbo petrol, 103kW and 230Nm of torque. ■■ Transmission: 6-speed manual – front-wheel-drive. ■■ Quoted Economy: 6.1L/100km. ■■ Safety: 6 air bags, comprehensive advanced driver assist/safety technology package. 5 star ANCAP rating. ■■ Kerb to kerb turning circle: 10.4 metres. ■■ Warranty: 5 years of warranty (100,00ks) and 5 year roadside assistance.
FINALE While the Swift Sport has loads of character and is great fun to drive, it also just so easily slots into the role of being a very easy, but still charming everyday driver.
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Inspired concept T
he INFINITI Motor Company has announced that it is developing an allnew electrified vehicle platform influenced by the stunning Q Inspiration concept car. INFINITI will produce an electrified vehicle on this platform, one of five new vehicles it will build in China over the next five years. INFINITI chairman and global president Roland Krueger made the announcement today at a special Auto China preview event at the INFINITI Brand Experience Centre in Beijing. “INFINITI is developing a new platform for electrified vehicles inspired by the Q Inspiration concept car, which shows the new design language for the age of autonomy and electrification. “We very much had China in mind when designing the Q Inspiration, which shows a very sporty, performance-oriented electric concept, with a much bigger interior space,” said Krueger. Representing the next step in INFINITI design, the exterior of the Q Inspiration features clear and concise lines with dynamic and confident proportions. It is the first manifestation of INFINITI’s new form language for an era of advanced powertrains. The concept eschews classical sedan forms with its coupe-like appearance and elongated silhouette, presenting INFINITI’s design vision for vehicles in this segment. Advanced powertrains have liberated INFINITI’s designers from the constraints of traditional powertrain architecture to realise a spacious interior. Modern technology and craftsmanship merge inside the cabin, presented in a way that enables, rather than distracts, the driver. INFINITI is also reconfirming the company’s commitment to electrification. For Chinese car buyers, this translates into vehicles with increased performance and fuel economy with reduced emissions.
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he Volkswagen I.D. R Pikes Peak has completed its first laps at the racetrack in Alès. The fully-electric super sports car, developed for the iconic Race to the Clouds in Colorado Springs, will attempt to break the record for electric cars at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb on June 24. Between now and then, the spectacular prototype, which generates 500 kW (680 hp) and features a twin-engine powertrain, will undergo a strict programme of testing – initially in Europe, then in the USA. The man in the cockpit for the car’s first outing was Romain Dumas, who will also be at the wheel of the Volkswagen I.D. R Pikes Peak for the record attempt at the end of June. “It was absolutely fantastic to see the completed I.D. R for the first time, and to take it out for its first spin,” said Romain Dumas, who is a three-time winner of the hill climb on Pikes Peak. “What Volkswagen has managed to put together from scratch over the past few months has my greatest respect. “I had obviously seen initial pictures of the car – but it is even more spectacular in the flesh. “We now have a packed schedule of testing ahead of us, and I am looking forward to every metre!”
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Extreme performer J
aguar has revealed a distinctive new special edition of its Jaguar XE sports saloon. The Landmark Edition features unique design enhancements and a carefully chosen specification to showcase the very best of the award-winning XE. The Landmark Edition is based on the R-Sport with the addition of unique 18-inch alloy wheels that set the new model apart. The exterior features a Sport front bumper, body-coloured side sills and boot spoiler while the side window surrounds, door mirror caps, grille surround and side vents are all finished in Gloss Black alongside special Landmark badging on the side vents. The new model is available in a choice of three bold colours – Yulong White, Firenze Red and Santorini Black – and joins the 2019 model year line-up. Inside, the XE Landmark Edition also uses the R-Sport model with its luxurious leather upholstery as a starting point, while unique Landmark-branded treadplates identify the special edition model. Customers benefit from the most popular XE features, including satellite navigation, xenon headlights and front and rear parking sensors fitted as standard. Jaguar Land Rover’s advanced Touch Pro system with 10-inch central touchscreen provides simple and intuitive control of the
infotainment settings. Customers will be able to choose from Jaguar’s advanced, British-built Ingenium petrol and diesel engines which deliver an exceptional combination of performance, refinement and efficiency. All petrol engines are now equipped with particulate filters to make them even cleaner. Under normal driving conditions, trapped particles will be oxidised into CO2 and the filter regenerated whenever the driver lifts off the accelerator. The XE features the latest safety technology with an advanced forward-facing stereo camera providing the foundation for its Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) system. In addition, Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR), Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Lane Keep Assist (LKA) and the Adaptive Speed Limiter (ASL) all help to reduce driver distractions and enhance safety. The XE forms the basis for Jaguar’s most extreme performance production saloon. Last year’s Jaguar XE SV Project 8 was developed by Jaguar Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) and is powered by a 600PS 5.0-litre supercharged V8. The super saloon accelerates from 0-60mph in 3.3 seconds and has a top speed of 200mph.
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