AnyAuto Issue 64 by Auto Alliance Group

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Mercedes Benz E 350 CDi V6 Sedan Review The Mercedes Benz E 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY could well be the pick of the new model lineup. It had a powerful yet extremely efficient V6 diesel engine, producing 170kW/540Nm mated to 7GTRONIC 7-speed automatic transmission and sets the benchmark for active and passive safety in this class. In short it is brilliant. The E-Class is the most successful model in the Australian line up and it only gets better.

Range Rover Sport Luxury 5.0L V8 Review All in all the Range Rover Sport Luxury lives up to its name. It is a luxury sports 4X4. High build quality, high comfort levels, high horse power, more safety features and gadgetry than you can poke a stick at, this vehicle has it. You feel at home running around town and if you want to try it in the bush, it will take you there. That is the key as almost all of its competitors will pull up short when the tarmac ends.

Kia’s all new Sportage SUV First Drive Review Kia has launched the all-new Sportage in a snow filled setting in New Zealand. The Kia Sportage is a striking new design and comes with a choice of three trim levels, three engines and two transmissions. Kia’s Sportage challenges the already packed compact SUV segment and should do extremely well. The combination of powerful diesel engine, 6-speed automatic and Australian tuned suspension is quite good.

Holden Commodore SV6 Sedan 3.6L V6 6 Speed manual Review Holden’s Commodore SV6 Sports sedan is an enticing addition to the line up. Let’s go for a ride in Holden’s SV6 Commodore with 3.6L V6 SIDI engine producing 210kW of power and 350Nm of torque combined with a 6 speed manual transmission. It provides plenty of fun and style. If you’re in the market for a family sedan that stands out from the crowd then this might be the car for you.

MercedesBenz 2010 SLS AMG Gullwing Sports News The new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Gullwing makes its Australian debut. This Gullwing model captivates with a purist design, intelligent lightweight construction and superior handling dynamics, and is bound to cause a sensation in the super sports car segment. The all-new SLS AMG’s has a manufacturer’s list price (MLP) of $464,000.

VW Jetta 2.0L 125Kw TDi 6 SP DSG Highline Review The VW Jetta is somewhat of a sleeper in the market. With its smooth and powerful 2.0L 125Kw diesel engine mated to the clever 6 spd DSG and loads of interior space the Jetta should be on everyone’s shopping list. It also happens to have the biggest boot I have seen in this range of cars. It’s enormous and at a MLP of $38,990 it can be considered a bargain.

BMW 118d Sports Hatch 6-speed steptronic Review As the 2008 “World Green Car of the Year”, the BMW 118d Sports Hatch enters the Australian market with the highest of accolades. It comes equipped the very latest in fuel saving technology, including Auto Start/Stop Function, Optimum Shift Indicator, Electric Power Steering and Brake Energy Regeneration. Developing 105kW and peak torque of 300Nm, the BMW 118d Sports Hatch sips just 4.5 litres/100 kilometres and true to BMW Efficient Dynamics, acceleration from 0-100 km/h is achieved in just 9.0 seconds.

Subaru Outback 2.0D 6 Speed Manual Review Finally Subaru has entered the diesel market. Long renowned for its fabulous boxer motors, they have applied that technology to produce the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first boxer diesel motor for a passenger car. The super-efficient Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive Outback 2.0D offers outstanding economy and low emissions, meeting strict EURO 5 standards and consumes just 6.4 litres of fuel per 100 kilometres in the combined cycle. We hooked a camper trailer on the back and headed off.

Mitsubishi Challenger XLS 2.5L DID 4WD review The all-new Mitsubishi Challenger XLS 2.5L DID can be described as an honest 4wd. It has a great blend of comfort, robustness and off road capability. Combined with the ability to seat 7 there are few competitors. We put the Challenger through its paces at a friends farm and the more we drove it the more it impressed us. If you think of it as a Wagon version of the popular Triton you can grasp just how good it is.

Australia now gets 8 Lexus LFA’s News Lexus Australia has confirmed that an additional three LFA’s will land in Australia once production of the handbuilt supercar starts in December this year taking Australia’s total allocation to eight vehicles. The first LFA to land in Australia in April 2011 will feature a striking blue flame exterior with black wheels and blue callipers. The interior of the LFA will feature black leather with blue stitching and blue highlights throughout the cabin.

Jaguar launches all new XJ in Australia News Jaguar Australia is please to announce the launch of the all-new Jaguar XJ into the Australian market. Building on the success of the exciting XK and XF models, the introduction of the allnew XJ is a landmark for the revitalised Jaguar brand. Clearly positioned as the company’s four-door flagship, it extends the appeal of the XJ to a new generation of customers.

Hyundai Sante Fe 2.2L ‘R’ Highlander What’s Benny been up to now? Again Benny and I have had a quiet couple of weeks. We haven’t had time to do anything exciting since my last update so this one is going to be a bit on the tame side. Last week I was put upon to suffer the indignity of driving a Range Rover Sport Luxury while Benny was back at Hyundai getting his towbar and Bluetooth fitted. The things I must endure to inform you of all the capabilities of Benny.

Lexus CT 200h Engineered for Dynamics and Hybrid Efficiency NEWS The all-new Lexus CT 200h has been designed to Lexus’ YET engineering philosophy, achieving low emissions and high fuel efficiency yet maintaining a sharp, sporty and dynamic drive experience. Far from being simply a standard hybrid, Lexus claims the new CT 200h is a true driver’s car. Hopefully they are right.

Ford Fiesta range expanded NEWS Ford’s popular Fiesta is undergoing a variety of enhancements, giving it even more to boast about – including an expanded diesel power option, the introduction of sedan models, and an all-new six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission in the WT Ford Fiesta Zetec hatch and sedan.

Land Rover updates Freelander 2 for 2011 model NEWS Land Rover is upgrading the 2011 Freelander 2 with a new 2.2-litre turbo diesel engine, sharper exterior looks and a smarter cabin. Exterior design changes including new front bumper and grille, new alloy wheels and colour options, give the 2011 Freelander a fresh and distinctive look. Inside, a new range of seat styles finishes and instrumentation set the 2011 Freelander aside from previous models.

Toyota FJ Cruiser headed for Australia in 2011 news Toyota Australia has confirmed it will add the rugged retro looks and solid off-road performance of the FJ Cruiser to its range early next year. A pre-production version of the sporty off-roader will make its local debut at the Australian International Motor Show in October. Local sales are expected to kick-off late in the first quarter of 2011.

4WD Adventure Show from August 27th 29th 2010 news The 4WD adventure SHOW is pleased to announce entertainment stalwart and ex Australian Test Cricketer, Mike Whitney, as its official Ambassador for the inaugural 4WD adventure SHOW - Sydney Dragway, Eastern Creek - Friday 27 August until Sunday 29 August, 2010.

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Ford Focus RS Confirmed For Australia IN 2010 News Due to go on sale early in the fourth quarter in extremely limited numbers, the Focus RS is destined to be one of the most eagerly anticipated new models to land in Australia in years. Only 315 examples will be available, which will ensure Focus RS ownership in Australia remains the exclusive domain of a truly select group of lucky customers.

BMW Z4 sDrive 35is Arrives In Australia News The heart starts pumping faster, palms sweaty and a genuine sense of excitement exists. Ladies and Gentlemen BMW Australia proudly announces arrival of the high-performance BMW Z4 sDrive35is. The BMW Z4 sDrive35is features a modified straight-six, Twin Turbo engine, coupled with BMWâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seven speed Sport Automatic transmission with double clutch operation. A unique M Sports Package including adaptive M Suspension, completes the high performance offering.

Mitsubishiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s All - new ASX Arrives in Australia News Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited (MMAL) has announced the arrival of its all-new compact vehicle, the ASX, or Active Smart Crossover. Available in either twoor all-wheel drive configurations, the ASX is a milestone vehicle for Mitsubishi, introducing the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first-ever diesel engined passenger vehicle to the Australian market. MLP is from $25,990 to $35,990 it sits in the most competitive section of the market.

Renault Koleos Expression 4x2 Expression 2.5L Petrol News The New Renault Koleos Expression is the latest addition to the Koleos range. It competes in the compact SUV segment, which has attracted a strong following from those that live an active lifestyle. They are looking for something more than a traditional hatch or sedan that takes them from A to B, they want a vehicle that gives them the opportunity to stand out from the crowd, express themselves and their personality.

Suzuki Grand Vitara Provides Proof Of Urban Legend News Suzuki releases the Grand Vitara Urban. Suzuki was amongst the first in the AWD SUV market and now with the Grand Vitara Urban it is aiming firmly at the city market with a little extra. Suzuki Grad Vitara Urban stayed true to the Suzuki philosophy of providing outstanding value for money, with a price of just $31,990 driveaway.

Jeep 2010

Suzuki Kizashi

National Jeep Jamboree

Breaks Land Speed Record

With only weeks left before National Jeep

Suzuki has rewritten the record

Jamboree 2010 registrations close, all

books with a modified Kizashi

Jeep owners should ensure this iconic

setting a new land speed record at

biannual event does not pass them by.

Bonneville. Road & Track journalist

Hosted by the Melbourne Jeep Owners

Sam Mitani injected the Kizashi into

Club with JeepÂŽ as the key partner, it will

the record books (and himself in

be held from Thursday 30th September

the 200 mph club) with his 203.720

to Sunday 3rd October based at Lardner

mph (327.85 km/h) run at the 2010

Park near Warragul, Victoria.

Bonneville Speed Week.

Glen Raymond Takes Kumho Future Champions Award While the top APRC teams used the latest tyres from European manufacturers, Glen Raymond chose to stay with the less expensive Kumho ARC control tyres he has used in the other Australian rounds this year taking second in the Asia Pacific Rally Championship category.

Mazda RX-8 SP

is Back for Targa High Country Motorsports Mazda Australia has rebuilt the Mazda RX-8 SP that crashed out of this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Targa Tasmania while running second outright and has confirmed that the rotary rocket will make its rally comeback at the inaugural Targa High Country event in November.

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