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TOEGEWYD:VIR MEER AS 40 JAAR AL

Dié agentskap ‘leef vir Stellenbosch’

Vir meer as 40 jaar verkoop en verhuur die Anna Basson-eiendomsagentskap eiendomme in Stellenbosch vanuit hulle kantoor in een van die geskiedkundige dorpsgeboue in Pleinstraat.

Die Anna Basson-span het onlangs bymekaar gekom om die jaar in oënskou te neem by Mont Marie in die Blaauwklipvallei en die beste werwingsagent, verhuringsagent en agent van die jaar aan te wys.

Voor die formaliteite het al die agente eers ’n 3 km-staproete deur die fynbos en wingerde van Mont Marie afgelê. “Pret en spanwerk is mos deel van die waarde-

stelsel by Anna Basson Eiendomme,” sê Mari Carstens, direkteur van Anna Basson Eiendomme.

Cornette Liebenberg is aangewys as agent van die jaar, asook werwingsagent van die jaar. Vanessa Fernhout is as verhuringsagent van die jaar aangewys.

“Danksy die harde werk van dié agente en die res van die span, wat bestaan uit agente en administratiewe personeel, is Anna Basson Eiendomme sinoniem met Stellenbosch.”

Gedurende die besoek aan Mont Marie het die Anna Basson-span die asemrowende uitsigte en goeie oefening geniet en weereens die Anna Basson-leuse gestand gedoen, “Ons leef Stellenbosch”.

Die Anna Basson­ei­ endomspan is hier

by Mont Marie in die Blaauwklip­vallei.

Van links is Vanes­ sa Fernhout (ver­ huringsagent van die jaar), Deon en Mari Carstens (di­ rekteure van Anna Basson­eiendom­ me) en Cornette Liebenberg (agent van die jaar en beste werwings­ agent).

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Sales soar at Sitari County Estate Ground was broken in April at Sitari Country Estate between the N2 and the R102 neighbouring Croyden Olive Estate near Somerset West, and the official launch held on 31 July. Since then sales have been robust, with over 200 concluded deals consisting mainly of individual buyers and some prequalified developers.

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Sitari Country Estate offers three types of property options: country plots, completed village homes and luxury apartments. The Country Plots are the quintessential option for larger families, offering the freedom to choose your own architect and builder from an accredited panel. They are competitively priced at from R530 000 to R987 000. The first phase of sales at Sitari Country Estate saw the release of country plots as well as the first sectional title apartment complex, The Grand Olive, to the public.

The Grand Olive luxury apartment complex will consist of 69 units ranging from large Super Studios of 53 m² (starting from R697 000) to two bedroom, two bathroom Grand Suites of 83m² (starting from R1 115 000) and three bedroom, two bathroom Garden Suites of 122m² (starting from R1 554 000). All of these apartments feature top of the range fittings and finishes, including porcelain-tiled kitchen, dining and lounge areas and carpeted bedrooms, oven, hob and extractors by Miele, grand bathrooms with walk-in showers, wall-hung toilets with Grohe built-in systems, and mixer taps also by Grohe.

The apartments are larger and more luxurious than is conventional, and include exclusive-use garden areas or spacious entertainment balconies, which are also larger than the norm and have built-in braais.

Seventy percent of those who are buying in Sitari Country Estate so far are purchasing in order to live there themselves, whilst 30% are buying for investment purposes. Purchas-

An artist’s impression of the exterior of the luxury apartments launched at The Grand Olive at Sitari Country Estate. ers are spread across various sectors, from families who wish to upgrade to a more secure and convenient way of life, to young professionals wanting to buy their first property, to the investor buyer looking to capitalise on Sitari’s expected growth and excellent rental yields.

The Grand Olive two bedroom, two bathroom grand suites apartments are drawing particular interest from the buy-to-let market with rentals expected to be no less than R8 500 per month from the date of transfer.

The month of October will also see the release of the first batch of 13 village homes, which are sold as turn-key completed homes.

The developers, Uvest Property Group, re-

main tight-lipped about the details, but buyers can expect modern farm-style designs with a strong emphasis on open-plan living and high-quality finishes throughout. The reservation list for the completed village homes already includes over 170 potential buyers. Interested parties are urged to contact Sitari Country Estate sales consultants to register their interest in these homes, as it is anticipated that the first phase will sell out very quickly. All parties on the list will be contacted and given an opportunity to sign the purchase agreement and pay their deposit. The on-site sales centre is open daily and offers a large-scale estate model for buyers to view in comfort and at their leisure.

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What to consider when purchasing a sectional title property Two of the most common forms of property ownership are freehold and sectional title. It’s important for a purchaser to understand the difference between the two, and what to consider when purchasing a sectional title property.

Freehold is where you purchase a piece of land and the improvements thereon. You have title to the property, and you are 100% responsible for it. In some instances a freehold property may be part of a homeowners association, where there are

additionalobligationssuchasarchitectural guidelines, levies to cover security (in the case of a gated estate), maintenance of private open spaces, and so on.

When purchasing a sectional title property you are not purchasing the land. You are purchasing a section of the buildings on a piece of land, and an undivided share in the common property (which includes the land and any common buildings).

You own the section, and in some instances you may also have certain

As a member of the sectional title scheme and a co-owner in the sectional title scheme, you take on certain responsibilities and have certain benefits.

rights, like exclusive use areas. As a member of the sectional title scheme and a co-owner in the sectional title scheme, you take on certain responsibilities, and have certain benefits.

An owner in a sectional title scheme will pay monthly levies that usually cover external maintenance of the units, security, upkeep of the common areas, insurance, and a contribution towards a fund used to cover future costs. Your levy is calculated according to your participation quota – based on your unit size as a percentage of the total scheme, and your exclusive use areas.

You still pay your rates and taxes, and in many cases your electricity and water if separately metered.

Your building insurance and main-

tenance issues are all taken care of for you. When considering a purchase in a sectional title complex you need to be aware of the rules and regulations, as well as the financial position of the scheme. Are pets allowed? How many? What are the rules and how will they impact you?

Where may you park?

It’s important to see the latest financial statements of the scheme as well. How well is the body corporate managed? Are there surplus funds to cover maintenance concerns? If not, it may be that a special levy has to be raised to which you will have to contribute. Ask to see the minutes of the last AGM. Are there any plans for a special levy, and if so, how will this impact you? Should you speak to the managing agent?

Talking Property, by Steve Caradoc­Davies, principal of Har­ courts Platinum

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Insulating your home

Prepare your home for the heat of summer.

Once you get to the matter of heating and insulation in building your house, keep in mind a fundamental law of physics: hot air will always attempt to move towards cold air to reach an equilibrium.

If you do not have insulation material on your ceiling, there is nothing stopping hot air from moving into the house via the ceiling boards. This will cause the temperature inside to rise.

In winter the exact opposite happens – the warmer air generated by a heat source will rise and escape through the ceiling into the roof.

To stop this flow, insulation is needed to keep the hot air where it belongs.

Every home or office needs to save energy; it’s not just a buzz word any more – it’s now a necessity. We have to take part in the drive to use less power for cooling and heating.

Insulation is the starting point for any

cost-saving exercise. Things like solar power and heating are also very important, but most energy is used to make a space more comfortable.

The perfect solution to insulate your space is by installing cellulose insulation.

It is 100% environmentally friendly in both its composition and the manufacturing process.

Cellulose insulation is manufactured using a mechanical milling process that uses very little energy. Harmless chemicals are used to make it resistant to fire, rodents, insects and mould.

Cellulose insulation is cheaper per square metre than other insulation materials and offers more benefits.

What’s important is that insulation has now become a matter of legislation. Since 1 July, all new houses approved for construction require insulation.

Cellulose insulation is approved by the government, provided it receives the SABS stamp.

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RealNet opens in Paarl Top property attorney Louis Visser, who went “walkabout” in the Zambian bush three years ago, has returned to his home town of Paarl to open a brand new RealNet franchise.

Visser worked as a conveyancer in Cape Town for more than two decades before he decided to take a sabbatical and satisfy his wanderlust and love of nature by investing in the Croc Valley Camp game lodge on the banks of the Luangwa River in the east of Zambia.

However, the opportunity to open a RealNet franchise in Paarl and to once again experience the excitement inherent in property transactions has lured him back to the corporate world.

“Paarl is a charming Louis Visser town with many lifestyle choices and offers wine farms in the countryside while still being central to Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Wellington. It is exciting to be back in the area and to be a part of this wonderful community again. I relish the chance to get back into the real estate industry, this time as a professional estate agent,” says Visser, who was born in Paarl and attended Paarl Boys High.

He returned to South Africa at the beginning of March to lay the groundwork for the new franchise with partner Eugénie Kempff, who is also the owner of the RealNet Bloemfontein franchise but is moving to the Cape to join the new enterprise.

Paarl, with about 190 000 residents, is expanding rapidly and growing towards Franschhoek, says Visser. “Although it is not part of the Cape Town metropolitan area, it falls within its economic catchment area, with many buyers in the area willing to commute to Cape Town jobs in return for the privilege of living in the Paarl valley and enrolling their children in one of the four best schools in the country.”

He says Paarl is also home to the headquarters of a number of large agricultural, manufacturing and financial concerns, which has an immensely positive influence on the town’s economy.

Paarl and its surrounds offer a diverse range of properties including townhouses, smallholdings, country estates and apartments. Prices start at around R250 000 and escalate to around R14 million in the luxury sector. Full title family homes currently sell at an average of R1,632 million, while sectional titles are generally priced at R650 000 to R780 000.

Visser says the new franchise will also be marketing homes in the nearby Pearl Valley Estate, Val de Vie Polo Estate and Boschenmeer Golf Estate, which are some of the best located estates in the country. “And with the town in close proximity to other popular centres, golf in Paarl, lunch in Franschhoek and watching a movie at the V&A Waterfront is possible in a single day.”

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Build or buy your dream home?

For many prospective homeowners the idea of having a home built exactly the way they want it is an exciting notion.

However, while it does have its benefits, the truth is that there are several considerations that should be taken into account before ground is broken.

Owners who have decided to build their own home should ensure that they use a builder that is certified with the National Home Builders Registration Council (NHBRC).

This is according to Adrian Goslett, CEO of RE/MAX of Southern Africa, who advises that building a home could come at a higher cost than people expect. The first aspect that should be thoroughly researched is the competence of the building contractor that the potential homeowner intends to use.

“Selecting and working with a professional and competent contractor is critical to ensuring that the building project is successful and completed on time. This applies whether the homeowner is building a home from scratch or embarking on a renovation project – the right builder is the key.

“It is vital to scrutinise the contractor’s track record, because when it comes to building a property, the construction risk is possibly the largest risk. If the quality of the work-

manship is subpar, rectifying the problems at a later stage could prove to be costly, not to mention the fact that the home could be unsafe to live in,” says Goslett.

He says owners who have decided to build their own home from scratch should ensure that they use a builder that is certified with the NHBRC. “The NHBRC aims to mitigate the risk of bad workmanship as much as possible, which is why homeowners should choose to work with a contractor that is affiliated to the organisation. This will help to ensure that the standard of the workmanship is up to scratch and will provide the homeowner with some protection against defects occurring from substandard building.

“If a financial institution has financed the build of the property, they will also insist that the builder is a registered member of the NHBRC before releasing the necessary money.”

Goslett says another element that could have severe financial implications is the risk of the property not being completed within the expected time frame.

“While the property is in the process of being built, the owner will require accommodation until the property is habitable. This means that the owner will either have to stay with friends or relatives, incur the additional cost of renting a property or continue paying the bond of their current property – all the while paying for the land and building costs of their new property. If the owner is not prepared, a delay in the project could cause a massive financial setback with the owner held liable for the additional expenses over a longer time period than originally anticipated.”

Due to the higher potential risks to the lender, a higher interest rate is charged on building projects until the work is complete.

“In the instance where a bank is financing a building project, the owner is required to

provide several documents such as the building plans that include a schedule of finishes to determine the property’s market-related value once it has been built. These documents will be used to determine the size of the loan granted within the parameters of the bank’s credit policy,” says Goslett.

He says while a deposit is generally required whether the owner decides to buy an existing property or if they decide to build, the deposit amount the banks will require in order to finance the build of a home is also often higher due to the risk involved.

“Apart from the risk involved in building a home, there is also the probability that the cost of the build will be higher than what it would cost the buyer to purchase an existing property with similar features.

“Even though the gap between the cost of building and buying an existing home has narrowed in recent months, the fact remains that there is still a gap. Several factors influence the cost of the project and these factors need to be considered before deciding whether it is deemed as a feasible option,” says Goslett, who notes that, despite the risks and complexities of building a home, many owners place a higher value on creative freedom and design than the financial cost.

There is no right or wrong answer as to whether it is better to build or buy. However, each option should be carefully worked out from a financial point of view and well considered according to individual requirements.

“The answer is largely subjective as both options have their pros and cons and buyers need to decide what works best for their situation. Either way, property should be viewed as a long-term investment, so whether buying an existing home or building their own dream home, it is always important for homeowners to do the necessary research and make a decision that best suits their needs, both now and in the future,” he says.

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SPORTS SALOON: DRIVER’S CAR

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The Jaguar XE redefines the concept of the sports saloon and will be the driver’s car in its class. Its lightweight construction, streamlined styling, luxurious interior and outstanding ride and handling are testament to company founder Sir William Lyons’ vision: ‘The car is the closest thing we will ever create to something that is alive’ The rear-drive XE is the only vehicle in its class to use an aluminium-intensive monocoque. This extremely robust yet light structure, together with double wishbone front suspension and an Integral Link rear axle, is fundamental to the XE’s innovative benchmark vehicle dynamics.

Jaguar’s world-leading expertise in aluminium structure engineering enables exceptional fuel consumption and emissions figures: with the new Ingenium diesel engines, the XE can achieve 3,8 F/100 km and 109 g/km CO2 – the most efficient Jaguar ever.

Powered by the supercharged 3.0 litre V6 petrol engine from the acclaimed Jaguar F-TYPE, the XE S is capable of 0-100 km/h in just 5,1 seconds.

“The XE’s driving behaviour fully matches the promise of its seductive looks, and the emotional appeal is supported by state of-theart approaches to efficiency, from aerodynamics to the advanced Ingenium engine family.”

Kevin Stride, vehicle line director, Jaguar XE. The aluminium-intensive Jaguar XE is the first model developed from Jaguar Land Rover’s new modular vehicle architecture. The long 2,835 mm wheelbase and low seating position enable perfect proportions and a streamlined profile.

The cabin offers outstanding levels of comfort and spaciousness. Exquisite materials

and finishes combined with Jaguar craftsmanship make this a class-beating interior that’s unlike anything else in the segment.

Jaguar’s new InControl Touch infotainment system takes centre stage: its innovative 8-inch touch screen brings fast, intuitive access to all features and functions – and iOS and Android smartphone apps.

The XE has some of the most advanced driver assistance systems available. All Surface Progress Control (ASPC), developed through decades of Jaguar Land Rover experience in off-road traction systems, can electronically gain traction in seconds and is ideal for use on low-grip surfaces, such as snow-covered roads.

Laser projection technology enables the XE’s head-up display (HUD) to generate sharp, high-contrast colour graphics (such as vehicle speed and navigation) from a module smaller and almost a third lighter than existing systems, retaining clarity even in direct sunlight.

A stereo camera is mounted behind the front windscreen to give the XE a 3D view of the road ahead: this highly accurate data is used for functions including autonomous emergency braking and a lane departure warning system.

The XE is the stiffest, most aerodynamic Jaguar saloon car ever built. It is also the first Jaguar to be equipped with electric power steering, tuned to provide exceptional responsiveness and feel but with lower energy consumption than hydraulic systems. The XE also boasts the lowest cost of ownership and most environmentally sustainable credentials of all Jaguar models.

Manufacturing of the aluminium-intensive Jaguar XE occurs at Jaguar Land Rover’s Solihull plant in an all-new facility. Part of a R27,5 billion investment, this flexible, purpose-built site will create 1 700 UK jobs.

The XE now completes the Jaguar saloon car range, sitting below the XF and XJ model

Each XE is designed to offer an unrivalled combination of steering response, ride comfort, re­ finement and performance.

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Each XE is designed to offer an unrivalled combination of steering response, ride comfort, refinement and performance. These attributes are matched to the sleek, perfectlyproportioned exterior styling and the premium materials and meticulous attention to detail defining the interior.

The entry-level to the XE range, the Pure* model, features high-quality cloth seats and a gloss black treatment for the door trim finishers and the signature ‘Riva Hoop’ sweeping around the instrument panel.

Seats are trimmed with Taurus leather with unique technical mesh fabric inserts. The ‘Riva Hoop’ and door finishers are in etched aluminium, and the tread plates and sports steering wheel feature R-Sport branding. The exterior is enhanced by a subtle rear spoiler and a noble chrome treatment for the side power vents. Sports suspension delivers even better handling.

The most performance-orientated XE model features a race-inspired interior. The Taurus leather seats have suede cloth panels and

the tread plates and leather sports steering wheel carry the S logo. Dark hex aluminium graces the door finishers and the ‘Riva Hoop’, while the centre console is gloss black. The front bumper’s enlarged air intakes hint at the performance potential of the supercharged V6. Side sill extensions, rear spoiler, gloss black rear valance, red brake calipers and optional forged, 20-inch ‘Propeller’ alloy wheels complete the package.

Taurus leather upholstery with contrasting stitching delivers a modern, progressive luxury interior, complete with phosphor blue ambient lighting. Inserts on the air-conditioned seat option are perforated and the ‘Riva Hoop’ and door finishers are finished in brushed aluminium.

The most luxurious XE model, Portfolio, features a wide range of colour options for the premium Windsor leather with herringbone perforations. The instrument panel features split upper and lower coverings in two colours, complete with colour-keyed twin-needle stitching for a truly bespoke feel. The aluminium trim has an embossed surface finish.

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MOTORPRESS Toyota’s ever hardy Land Cruiser 70 Series was given a new lease on life recently and is said to now be the new torque king of 4WD vehicles, thanks to the fitment of a potent new 4,5 litre 32-valve V8 turbodiesel engine with common-rail direct injection and intercooler.

The three Land Cruiser 70 Series models – the 76 Station Wagon, the 79 Single Cab and the 79 Double Cab – all now run this powerplant that delivers an impressive 151 kW of power at 3 400 rpm and 430 Nm of torque from as low as 1 200 rpm that is held all the way to 3 200 rpm.

Steves Auto Clinic have been at the forefront of power enhancing on Toyota products for years now and it made perfect sense to tackle the new 4.5 litre V8 turbodiesel Land Cruiser 70 Series to see what could be gained for these go-anywhere vehicles.

The plan was relatively simple, no major modifications required, a quick turnaround time of between 1 and 3 days depending on which SAC branch you book your vehicle in at and reliably improved power and torque was to be added.

First up they had to acquire a vehicle, so they roped in the pre-owned specialists at Elite Auto in Vereeniging, who happened to have a delivery mileage Toyota Land Cruiser 76 Station Wagon on their floor that could benefit from an SAC power upgrade.

To start the process the team at the dedicated R&D Centre at SAC sent the Land Cruiser for road testing and the data returned showed exactly what was initially felt out on the road.

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formance data achieved.

The 0-100 km/h sprint comes up in a leisurely 15 seconds, while the big station wagon took a full 23 seconds to just get to the national speed limit of 120 km/h and of course the in gear acceleration was not much better. This suggested while there might be impressive grunt on tap, trying to overtake or get up to speed in the Land Cruiser was still going to take some work.

Once back at the R&D Centre, the SAC team opted to fit their tried and tested UniChip U-Connect Plug and Play unit. This system comes as a stand-alone product, complete with a wiring harness that plugs directly into your Toyota Land Cruiser’s OEM ECU and can be plugged in and out whenever you want or need. The gains here alone were impressive and well worth investing R6 950 incl VAT and fitment for.

SAC also decided to fit a 76 mm stainless steel bolt-on De Graaf performance exhaust system to their Land Cruiser and this not only freed up some of that sweet V8 sound, but added another decent helping of power to the equation for a further R6 950 incl VAT, but you can talk to a sales consultant at your nearest SAC branch and he will advise you on the full range of exhaust options available to you.

Armed now with around 25 percent extra power on tap, the Toyota Land Cruiser had been transformed, the amount of urge in any gear was unbelievable when compared to standard and the station wagon was eagerly sent back to the Gerotek testing facility for its re-test.

The data that came back was simply mind blowing, the 0-100 km/h sprint was now done in a massively improved 12 seconds, an improvement of 3 full seconds, the 120 km/h mark was hit almost 6 seconds sooner at just under 18 seconds. The in gear acceleration

The in­gear acceleration times were also much improved by as much as 3 seconds in some segments and this all translates in a vehicle that is just so much better to drive and safer to overtake in.

PHOTO: MOTORPRESSS times were also much improved by as much as 3 seconds in some segments, and this all translates in a vehicle that is just so much better to drive and safer to overtake in. Can you imagine how much better this Land Cruiser would tow now too?

Elite Auto can be contacted on 016 455 5773

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1 MILLION: Chevrolet has reached a milestone number in supermini sales, sur­ passing 1 million sales worldwide of the Spark and Beat – fresh evidence of Chev­ rolet’s vehicle line­up attracting more peo­ ple to the brand around the world. Earlier this year, Chevrolet sold its 3­millionth Cruze. The Spark first went on sale as the Beat in India in late 2009. In South Africa, where the Spark has been on sale since 2010, sales increased by 36% from Janu­ ary to September when compared to the same period in 2013 (6 794 vs 4 983 units). The Spark, along with the rest of the Chevrolet small car line­up, also at­ tracts the youngest buyers to the brand.

This year, sales of Chevrolet small cars have increased more than 9 percent for car buyers under the age of 35. In 2014, the Spark was the only vehicle in the en­ try­level segment to earn the IIHS Top Safety Pick award. Light­weight, high­ strength steel constitutes more than 62 per­ cent of Spark’s underbody and 42 percent of its upper body. It is also used in the roof bow and B­pillars.

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GWM boosts value with new entry level H5 QUICKPIC GWM South Africa’s value-formoney drive gathers further momentum with the addition of a new entry level variant of the brand’s popular H5 SUV. Dubbed the H5 City and priced at an extremely aggressive R244 900, this new H5 offers a full-size SUV experience at compact-crossover pricing.

“Customers looking for a spacious, family-sized SUV have increasingly been forced to compromise due to the rise of new vehicle prices during 2014,” says Warren Olsen, COO of GWM South Africa.

“Compact crossovers may answer the needs of some of these buyers, but we believe there is good potential for a more spacious, wellequipped offering in the same price range. The H5 City is based on proven underpinnings, boasts a more extensive standard features list than you may expect and, due to its size and interior packaging, offers unbeatable practicality at its price,” Olsen explains.

“The H5 City is South Africa’s most affordable full-size SUV.” Boasting the same handsome and rugged looks as its pricier siblings, the H5 City features 17-inch alloy wheels, comprehensive colour coding, integrated indicators in the side mirrors and a tailgate spoiler, among other items. As is the case with all H5 derivatives, this model rides on a rugged lad-

The H5 City boasts a revised facia design that endows it with a more upmarket ambience than the vehicle’s entry level positioning may lead you to expect.

PHOTO: QUICKPIC der-frame chassis and offers a near-200 mm ground clearance, making it significantly more suitable to use on poor road surfaces than more road-biased vehicles generally offered at the same price.

Powering the H5 City is GWM’s well-proven 2.4-litre, four-cylinder 4G69 petrol engine that delivers 100 kW at 5 200 rpm and 200 Nm of torque at 4 000. A five-speed manual transmission sends drive to the

rear wheels. A fuel consumption figure of 10,3 F/100 km is claimed for this model.

The H5 City boasts a revised facia design that endows it with a more upmarket ambience than the

vehicle’s entry level positioning may lead you to expect. Pianoblack plastic trim is used on the centre section and door pulls, while the use of silver accenting throughout the cabin further boosts visual appeal. A new centre console features integrated twin drinks holders. The controls for the audio and climate systems have also been modernised.

Given the H5 City’s aggressive pricing, the standard features list is very comprehensive and includes; climate control, radio/CD with USB/aux support, front and rear fog lamps, rain-sensing wipers, automatic headlights, dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, Isofix rear child seat anchorages, electric windows all-round, electrically adjustable side mirrors, rake-adjustable steering wheel and remote central locking, among others.

Boasting a wheelbase of 2 700 mm that contributes to the generous rear legroom, as well as a large boot and a full-size spare-wheel (under the vehicle), the H5 City is perfectly geared for those long-distance family adventures.

– The rear seats can also fold/ tumble to allow for the transportation of bigger items.

Like all GWM passenger vehicles, the H5 City is backed by a comprehensive five-year/100 000 km warranty and comes standard with two-year/24-hour AA roadside assistance. A five-year/60 000 km service plan is available at any of GWM’s more than 65 dealerships.

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New Peugeot 308 GT is unique QUICKPIC The Peugeot 308 and 308 SW have seen commercial success with 146 000 units ordered by the end of August. This positive result is due largely to their design, their perceived quality, their innovative i-Cockpit and their efficiency, with record fuel economy and low emissions.

Following this excellent performance, the 308 range welcomes two dynamic new versions and on both Hatchback and SW body styles.

They embody the brand’s continued move up-market strategy, highlighted by this year’s 2014 Car of the Year award. Behind the wheel of these new versions, whether the GT 205 or GT 180 fitted with the 1.6-litre THP 205 Stop&Start 6-speed manual and the 2.0-litre BlueHDi 180 EAT6 engines respectively, drivers will appreciate the assertive styling and remarkable performance of these vehicles, as well as the exceptional driving experience and reduced level of fuel consumption.

The 308 GT is sure to cause a stir among motoring enthusiasts. Its uniqueness is immediately apparent and attracts attention. The front end of this dynamic version now houses the lion in the grille with three horizontal blades on either side of the emblem and LED lighting used throughout. For optimum vision in all circumstances, the 308 GT has been fitted with top-of-therange headlights made up of elements containing 62 LEDs. Exclusive direction indicators also distinguish the 308 GT. Their dy-

namic sequential operation, from the inside towards the outside, emphasise the technological identity of the car. They are placed above the new air scoops which supply the engine with additional air To deliver maximum enjoyment, the GT makes the most of a chassis with specific settings and high-performance engines that already meet stringent Euro 6 emissions standard.

Engineers used all of the brand’s expertise to achieve a remarkable power-to-weight ratio of just 5,85 kg/hp (171 hp per tonne) for the petrol 308 GT, a mark of driving sensations and control. The performance figures speak for themselves.

Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, takes the petrol 308 GT just 7,5 seconds.

The four-cylinder 1.6-litre THP 205 Stop&Start engine is specified with a 6-speed manual gearbox to make the most of its 285 Nm of torque, available between 1 750 and 4 500 rpm. This high level of performance is combined with well controlled CO2 emissions and fuel consumption, from just 130 g/km and 5,6 l/100 km (50,4 mpg). ) To achieve these results, this 1 598 cc four-cylinder engine combines: * a twin-scroll turbocharger, for performance and instant response from a very low engine speed; * direct fuel injection assuring optimum combustion efficiency; * variable valve lift on inlet, coupled with variable valve timing on both inlet and exhaust (VTi technology, variable valve and timing injection);

The 308 GT is sure to cause a stir among motoring enthusiasts * Stop&Start to reduce fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, as well as improving general comfort in urban driving.

The 4-cylinder 2.0-litre BlueHDi 180 offers a high level of performance. It delivers its maximum power of 180 hp at 3 750 rpm and its maximum torque of 400 Nm at 2 000 rpm. With a power-to-weight ratio of just 7,3 kg/hp (136 hp per tonne), this engine needs only 5,5 seconds to accelerate from 80 to 120 km/h (50-70 mph) in 5th gear. ) With a capacity of 1 997 cc, it presents remarkable CO2 emissions of just 103 g, equal to fuel consumption of 4,0l/100km (70,6 mpg),

due to: * a 3rd generation common rail fuel system operating at up to 2 000 bars; * a new combustion chamber optimising the mixture of air and fuel, delivered by 7-hole injectors; * a compression ratio raised to 16.7:1 to improve the overall efficiency of the engine; * engine oil of very low viscosity, type 0W15.

Furthermore, extensive work on detail has allowed a weight saving of 7 kg. This was achieved by reducing the thickness of wall casings and the use of engine ancillaries only when required.

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This diesel engine is coupled to an EAT6 automatic gearbox, designed and developed in collaboration with Aisin AW. It uses quickshift technology for fast gear changes, as well as the ability to down-shift automatically to the speed required rather than in sequential order.

Its efficiency is almost the same as for a manual gearbox due to reduced internal friction and the use of torque converters applied whenever needed to avoid transmission slip. This results in CO2 emissions and fuel economy comparable to those achieved with the best manual gearboxes.