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CORPORATE COMPANY CAR DRIVERS GIVE YOURSELVES A PAY RISE IN 2020 Honda e – COMING SOON • Range – 125 miles • Fast Charge – 80% in 30 minutes • Power – 150ps & 300Nm
Drive a pure electric vehicle in 2020/21 and pay no Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax. 100% Electric Options available at Norton Way. Great news! Electric car owners will not have to pay any Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) in the next financial year. The treasury has recently reviewed its tax rules for electric drivers meaning the £0 BiK will start in the 2020/21 tax year. It follows the introduction of the WLTP (Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure) emissions regulations. Hybrid cars which can travel 130-miles of electric range and CO2 emission of between 1-50g/km or below will also be exempt.
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Nissan Leaf & Leaf E+ • Range – 168 miles & 239 miles • Fast Charge – 80% in 60-90 minutes • Powers – 150ps & 217ps
Kia e-Niro • Range – 282 miles • Fast Charge – 80% in 40 minutes
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There really is no better time to go electric! If you would like more information about the electric models available at Norton Way or to book a test drive, please speak to Fiona, Belinda Or Joe on 01462 730630 or corporateteam1@nortonway.com
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GWR KIA
Pricing for the All-New Kia XCeed Revealed
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rders for the new Kia XCeed are now open, with cars starting from just under £21,000. The new model slots itself in between the Ceed and the Sportage, offering compact hatchback practicality with mid-size SUV functionality. The XCeed will use the same basic platform as the Ceed, adding a higher driving position, with a longer wheel base and greater ground clearance and a sleeker roof line, similar to that on the new ProCeed. Starting at entry level with the ‘2’ model at £20,750, you’ll get a pokey 118bhp turbo-charged 1-litre petrol engine. Standard equipment will include 16-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights with an 8-inch touchscreen display and reversing camera equipped with AppleCar Play and Android Auto. That’s not just it on the ‘2’ in terms of standard equipment. Advanced safety kit will also
be included, with autonomous braking and lane keeping assist to keep a third eye on the road for you. A six-speed manual gearbox will be the only transmission in this specific derivative of XCeed, but you can upgrade to the more economical 114bhp diesel engine for £1,250. Move up to the ‘3’ mid-range model, priced at £23,295 and you’ll have 18-inch alloy wheels, a 10.25-inch touch screen with sat nav and dual zone climate control. To make things a little easier and a little more comfortable, Kia have added keyless entry and start and Faux leather seats. On this model, a 138bhp 1.4-litre petrol engine is available, with the option to pair it up to a sevenspeed automatic gearbox. The diesel engine available on this model is a 1.6-litre, offering 134bhp. As with most new Kia launches, there is a ‘First Edition’ model also available, topping 4
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ge. This version of the XCeed with all the bells and whistles, ng high-end paint colours thrown andard. Inside you’re treated noramic glass roof, electrically d drivers seat with memory s, a larger 12.3-inch touchscreen ng the traditional instruments. s also a high-quality JBL sound and power-operated tailgate. e ‘First Edition’ will only be le with the 1.4-litre petrol engine, have the option of a manual or atic transmission, starting from 5. e XCeed is expected to land erships in late August/early mber. 5
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NISSAN
Latest News From Nissan
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Nissan release ProPilot across the Qashqai range
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issan have treated the Qashqai to their ProPilot driverassistance technology, technology previously only available on the LEAF and Qashqai ProPilot Edition. The tech will now be available on all automatic variants (both CVT and DCT) within the line-up. The semi-autonomous system works to help maintain the car’s lane position, providing car safety distance and steering input. On the N-connecta grade, the ProPilot option is currently a £595 option – just the same as it is on the LEAF. On the Tekna and Tekna+ the system now comes standard. On the Tekna+, Propilot comes with the Sport Option Pack which adds front and rear body coloured bumpers, a side finisher and 19” winddesign alloy wheels. Kalyana Sivagnanam, managing director, Nissan Motor (GB), said: “The Nissan Qashqai has always been a leader in terms of innovative design and technologies that enhance the ownership experience. Our advanced ProPILOT drive assistance adds a greater level of confidence, control and enjoyment to the UK’s best-selling crossover.” Contact us today to discover more about the power of ProPilot, now available at Norton Way.
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New Juke Teased ahead of September Release
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lmost 10 years on from the initial release of the Nissan Juke, Nissan have been teasing the internet with snippets of the next generation 2020 Juke. This time the image is of a very sleek looking LED headlight which blends into what looks like the newest incarnation of the V-Motion grille. Few details of the next-gen Juke have been released but Nissan have described it as an ‘urban meteor with a nasty attitude’. Speaking with Autocar, Alfonso Albaisa, Nissan’s global design boss said “The new Juke will not look like the old one and it doesn’t look like the LEAF or the IMX concept either.” All we know so far, is that the Juke will retain the dual-tier headlights which appear much sleeker than the current models bubble lights. The new Juke is set to be released in September, with sales expecting to open in early 2020.
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HONDA
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onda have finally released details of the battery, chassis and charging details for its upcoming, highly anticipated Honda e compact electric car. This is a brand-new model, built from the ground up as Honda’s first car to be built on a dedicated electric platform. The car will be powered by a water-cooled lithium-ion high-capacity battery that will either be charged by a Type 2 AC connection or a CCs2 DC rapid charger with LED charging status indication. Phil Webb, head of car at Honda UK, commented: “Confirmation of the chassis, platform, battery and charging details of the Honda e marks a key milestone in our preparations to unveil the final production version of the model later this year. I’m looking forward to seeing the Honda e Prototype in action for the first time in the UK at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.” 9
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UPDATED 2020 MAZDA2 REVEALED WITH REVISED STYLING AND IMPROVED TECHNOLOGY An updated version of the Mazda 2 supermini will reach the UK later this year, with fresh styling and revised mechanicals. Mazda has announced a revised version of its Mazda 2 supermini. The updated model is already on sale in Japan, where it features a range of mechanical revisions, a handful of styling tweaks and a sprinkling of fresh technology. Most of these updates will be transferred to the UK variant when it goes on sale later this year.
Exterior Styling revisions include fresh 16-inch alloy wheels, reworked headlights, tweaked front and rear bumpers, thinner fog lamps and a new grille. The exterior has been revised to reflect the stunning new Mazda3 design.
Engines Like the old model, the updated Mazda 2 will be available in the UK with a choice of three petrol engines. The Japanese firm’s 1.5-litre four-cylinder SkyActiv-G unit will be offered with either 74bhp, 89bhp or 113bhp, and all three engines can be had with either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic gearbox.
Interior The revised suspension aims to create a more comfortable ride. The interior’s refinement is better than before since the NVH levels have been lowered.Interior updates will stretch to a pair of redesigned front seats and enhanced sound deadening, which Mazda claims will improve interior comfort.
Technology Technology-wise, the new Mazda 2 will be offered with adaptive LED headlights, lane-keeping assist and an updated infotainment system with support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. A new radar-guided cruise control system will also feature, including a stop and go function for automatic models. While in Japan sales will commence on September 12, European buyers will have to wait until early 2020 to get their hands-on Mazda’s refreshed supermini.
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PEUGEOT
New 2020 Peugeot 2008 SUV revealed as 'more grown up
DISCOVER ALL NEW PEUGEOT 2008 AND E-2008 SUV
Peugeot's smartly-styled 2008 small SUV will arrive next year with advanced tech, more space and, like the 208 supermini, will be available in pure-electric form too. The versatile SUV is designed with the user's lifestyle in mind: with PEUGEOT 3D i-Cockpit®, next generation technology, and a selection of powerful, fuel efficient combustion and 100% electric engines.
Design With its fluid and robust lines the all-new PEUGEOT 2008 SUV delivers masterful power and efficiency. Its striking front grille, horizontal bonnet, and raised ground clearance enhance the sophisticated and sharp design. At the rear the spoiler, gloss black rear cluster connecting strip, and chrome exhaust affirm its sporty, tenacious personality. Seat upholstery comes with quality fabrics like Alcantara® or leather and heated front seats come standard on GT Line and above. The driver’s seat also offers a massage function which is electronically controlled. Comfort and space are 12
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maximised in the rear passenger compartment, and are complemented by the opening panoramic glass roof which bathes the cabin in natural light and the premium Focal® Hi-Fi sound system.
Peugeot 3D i-Cockpit® Enrich your journey with the new PEUGEOT 3D i-Cockpit®. Its intuitive driving position, compact steering wheel, 10” HDcapacitive colour touchscreen, and configurable 3D digital head-up display provide an immersive driving experience. Fitted with smart technology like TomTom® Traffic, Mirror Screen® connectivity and wireless charging, it also boasts PEUGEOT Open and Go keyless entry.
silent driving. The all-new PEUGEOT e-2008 compact electric SUV contains a high capacity high voltage 50kWh battery, ingeniously installed to save space in the passenger compartment and boot. It has a range of 193 miles WLTP, with zero CO2 emissions on the road. The battery is guaranteed for 8 years or 100,000 miles for 70% of its charge capacity. The all-new PEUGEOT e-2008 SUV offers three driving modes: Sport: priority given to performance and driving sensations (0-60 in 8.5s), Normal: optimum comfort for everyday use, Eco: range optimisation.
e-2008 SUV Enjoy a variety of benefits in the All-New Peugeot e-2008 SUV including increased driving pleasure, reduced motoring costs and more. The 100kW engine (136bhp) provides instant acceleration with its immediate engine torque of 260Nm, as well as the pleasure of flexible, dynamic, and 13
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SKODA
UPDATES FOR SKODA'S 2020 KAROQ AND KODIAQ
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koda are currently in the process of renovating its Karoq and Kodiaq, due to be released some point in 2020. They are expected to be updating the style, drivetrain and technology. The revised models are due to be on sale later this year, with prices starting from around £22,000 for the Karoq and £30,000 for the Kodiaq. One feature that is being revised is Skoda’s Side Assist blind spot monitoring system, which increases both SUV’s detection ranges from 20 meters to 70 meters. The warning signals have been relocated from the mirror glass to the inside of the wingmirrors, making them more noticeable to the driver. The upcoming SUV’s will be equipped with Skoda’s adaptive chassis on front-wheel versions
of the Karoq and Kodiaq. The electronically adjustable system will automatically calibrate the damping to the current road conditions or the preferred driving style. The advanced system allows drivers to choose from three driving modes. The Karoq will be offered with Skoda’s turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder diesel engine, producing 187bph and 400Nm of torque. This engine is already featuring in the larger Kodiaq SUV; however, this will now be combined with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and an allwheel-drive as standard. Another update to both SUV’s will be the ‘Skoda’ lettering, which is due to take the place of the badge currently seen on the tailgate. This follows on from their new design, now leaving only the Octavia and Fabia with the traditional badge
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boot. The Karoq can be upgraded to have w temperature-regulating leather upholstery. ividual tyre pressure monitoring system able as an option for all cars fitted with h alloys or larger. The bigger Kodiaq will red with a brand-new set of 20-inch alloy for the Sportline trim, Laurin & Klement, e Kodiaq RS – a.k.a. the fastest seven-seat the Nürburgring. ch fans will be happy to hear the 2020 and Kodiaq now boast a more advanced of the KESSY system by incorporating on sensor. How does it work? The tter signal built into the key is turned off atically after 15 minutes of no movement eactivated the moment you move the key. ay, the risk of getting your vehicle stolen is
greatly reduced. Overall, good things are expected of the upcoming SUV’s with updated technology to optimise efficiency and performance, while the enhanced driving aids aim to improve the safety aspect along with the driving experience of both vehicles.
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