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Mazda MX-5 RF G160 (2017)

by Adrian
written by Adrian

Mazda MX-5 RF is the second body type of the most popular roadster in the world, Mazda MX-5, also known as Mazda Miata, Eunos Roadster or Mazda Roadster. The RF acronym stands for Retractable Fastback. The car featured here is an European model and has the 2.0-litre SKYACTIV-G gasoline engine (naturally aspirated) with an output of 118 kW/160 hp (G160 acronym). The model is characterised by low weight and great driving fun thanks to its rear wheel drive (RWD), excellent steering system, and great engine sound. An interesting feature of this model is the speaker system integrated in the headrests (for music and especially Bluetooth phone calls). Apart from the G130 engine, this G160 power unit is mated with Bilstein sports suspension and rear locking differential. This specific model featured here has a low mileage: less than 10,000 km on the clock. Using Mazda MX-5 tag you can see other generations of the vehicle that we have on ThrottleChannel.com – encyclopedia and digital museum.

Details

Make: Mazda

Model: Mazda MX-5 RF / Mazda Miata RF / Mazda MX-5 Miata RF / Mazda MX-5 RF G160

Production: 2016-

Body type: 2-seater retractable fastback, electrically operated hard top

VIN: JMZND6E7600125511

Price without VAT: 26,403 Euros

Engine: 2.0-litre (1,998 cc), inline 4-cylinder engine, longitudinal. The engine is naturally aspirated, uses direct fuel injection, and features 4 valves per cylinder. The compression ratio is 13:1, with a maximum output of 118 kW / 160 PS/hp at 6,000 rpm and peak torque is 200 Nm (approx. 147 lb-ft) at 4,600 rpm.

Transmission: 6-speed manual gearbox and Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)

Tyres: Bridgestone Potenza S001 205/45 R17 84W

Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 7.4 seconds

Top speed: 216 km/h

Declared average fuel consumption: 6.6 liters of petrol per 100 km

Emissions: EU6, 154 g CO2/km

Fuel tank (l): 45

Dimensions (mm): L 3,915 / w 1,735 / h 1,230

Luggage compartment capacity (l): 127

Wheelbase (mm): 2,310

Weight (DIN/EU): 1,092 kg/1,167 kg

Cd: –

Front suspension: Independent double wishbone struts, coil springs, sway bar, 280 mm vented disc brakes.

Rear suspension: Independent multi-link, coil springs, sway bar, 280 mm vented solid disc brakes.

Main equipment

Frontal airbags for driver and passenger, side airbags for driver and passenger; ABS; ESC/ESP/DSC; electro-mechanical power steering; electrically operated side windows and electrically operated side mirrors; LED DRL; LED headlights; automatic high beam control (HBC); Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS); wind deflector; rain and light sensor; electrically operated hard top; automatic climate control with A/C; trip and board computer; cruise control and speed limiter; leather seats; heated seats; leather steering wheel with controls; leather gear knob; 7-inch touchscreen for multimedia system (MZD Connect); BOSE sound system with 9 speakers; Bluetooth; 2 USB ports.

Main optional equipment (price in Euros, without VAT)

Machine Grey Metallic Paint (327).

Comments

+ excellent handling
+ fun to drive
+ precise and direct steering
+ very good gearbox, short-throw
+ excellent turning radius
+ nice engine sound
+ good build quality
+ excellent suspension system
+ very good headlights

– small luggage compartment
– unadjustable steering column in depth (height only)

Driven by Adrian M. for 829 km, 7 l/100 km average fuel consumption, 9,006 km total mileage of the car.

Filmed at Veranda Mall

Mazda MX-5 RF G160 photos

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Nissan Micra IG-T 90 (2017)

by Adrian
written by Adrian

This is the 5th generation Nissan Micra: it’s the first one to have a turbo diesel engine, and very advanced driver assistance and comfort features, like Lane Departure Warning (LDW) + Prevention and Around View Monitor (AVM). Here we have a high-end petrol version, the Nissan Micra IG-T 90. First Nissan Micra was launched in 1982 and this fifth generation is made in Flins, France, in the same factory as Renault Clio and Renault Zoe Z.E. The car featured here has a low mileage, with less than 10,000 km on the clock.

Details

Make: Nissan

Model: Micra / Micra Tekna / Micra IG-T 90

Production: 2016-

Body type: hatchback, 5 doors, 5 seats

VIN: VNVK1400B58054159

Price without VAT: 14,529 Euros

Engine: 0.9-litre (898 cc) 3-cylinder transverse naturally aspirated engine, indirect multipoint injection. The maximum output is 66 kW / 90 PS/hp at 5,500 rpm and peak torque is 140 Nm (approx. 103 lb-ft) available at 2,250 rpm.

Transmission: 5-speed manual gearbox and Front Wheel Drive (FWD)

Tyres: Bridgestone Turanza T005 205/45 R17 84V

Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 12.1 seconds

Top speed: 175 km/h

Declared average fuel consumption: 4.6 liters of petrol per 100 km

Emissions: EU6, 99-104 g CO2/km (depending on wheel size)

Fuel tank (l): 41

Dimensions (mm): L 3,999 / w 1,743 / h 1,455

Luggage compartment capacity (l): 300 / 1,004

Wheelbase (mm): 2,525

Weight (DIN/EU): 1,001 kg/1,076 kg

Cd: 0.31

Front suspension: McPherson struts, coil springs, sway bar, vented disc brakes.

Rear suspension: Semi-independent H suspension, coil springs, drum brakes.

Main standard equipment

Frontal airbags for driver and front passenger; side airbags for driver and front passenger; curtain airbags; ISOFIX; ABS; ESP/ESC; TCS (traction control); HSA (Hill Start Assist); cruise control; speed limiter; TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System); Safety + Pack, consisting, LDW+P (Lane Departure Warning + Prevention), traffic sign recognition, AEB (automatic braking) with pedestrian detection and recognition; BSW (Blind Spot Warning); AHB (Auto High Beam); Start&Stop system; automatic climate control; EPS (electric power steering); electrically powered windows (front) with one touch function for driver’s window; electrically adjustable side mirrors, heated, and electrically foldable; fog lights; height and depth adjustable steering wheel; leather steering wheel with controls for media and cruise control/speed limiter; leather gear shifter; LED ambient lights; height adjustable driver seat; board computer Advanced Drive Assist with 5-inch colour TFT; Nissan Connect with 7-inch colour resistive touch screen, radio CD MP3, DAB, Bluetooth, AUX, USB, AUX-IN, smartphone integration; BOSE Personal sound system with 6 speakers, two of them integrated into drivers’s headrest; outside temperature indicator; LED DRL (Daytime Running Lights); LED headlights with AUTO function and Follow Me Home / Welcome; rain sensor and automatic wiper control; rear parking sensors; Around View Monitor with four video cameras around the car able to show bird-eye view and detect moving object/persons around the car; black tinted rear windows; 17-inch alloy wheels; central locking system; Nissan Intelligent Key Fob.

Main optional equipment (price in Euros, without VAT)

Orange Metallic Paint (336); Energy Orange Interior Pack (210); Black Pack for Exterior (210); Black and Silver Decals (210).

Comments

+ good ride quality
+ decent engine performance
+ good fuel economy
+ useful driver assistance systems
+ excellent parking aid – Around View Monitor
+ very good BOSE Personal audio system
+ nice steering wheel and interior design

– noisy suspension on bad roads
– no central armrest available for driver and front passenger

Driven by Adrian M. for 242 km, 7.8 l/100 km average fuel consumption, 7,225 km total mileage of the car.

Nissan Micra IG-T 90 photos

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Alfa Romeo Giulia 2.2 180 (2016)

by Adrian
written by Adrian

Alfa Romeo Giulia (952) marks the comeback of the Giulia nameplate for Alfa Romeo cars. It was initially used in ’60’s and ’70’s. The car featured here is a popular 2.2-litre turbo diesel version developing 180 hp, shown in Super trim level and some options. This Giulia also marks the return of Alfa Romeo to RWD driven cars. The italian manufacturer haven’t got a car that drives that well for many decades. The car featured here is new, with less than 10,000 km on the clock.

Details

Make: Alfa Romeo

Model: Alfa Romeo Giulia / Alfa Romeo Giulia Super 2.2 180

Production: 2016-

Body type: 4-door sedan/saloon, 5 seats

VIN: ZAREAECU7H7521529

Price without VAT: 42,725 Euros

Engine: 2.2-litre (2,143 cc) 4-cylinder turbocharged engine, longitudinally mounted, with common rail direct injection and intercooler. The maximum output is 132 kW / 180 PS/hp at 3,750 rpm and peak torque is 450 Nm (approx. 331 lb-ft) available at 1,750 rpm.

Transmission: 8-speed automatic gearbox and rear wheel drive (RWD)

Tyres: 225/45 R18 95V (front) and 255/40 R18 99V (rear)

Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 7.1 seconds

Top speed: 230 km/h

Declared average fuel consumption: 4.2 liters of diesel per 100 km

Emissions: EU6, 110 g CO2/km

Fuel tank (l): 52

Dimensions (mm): L 4,643 / w 1,860 / h 1,436

Luggage compartment capacity (l): 480

Wheelbase (mm): 2,820

Weight (DIN/EU): 1,445 kg / 1,520 kg

Cd: 0.25

Front suspension: Alfa Link double wishbone steel-aluminium (20:40) lightweight struts, coil springs.

Rear suspension: Alfa-Link multi-link axle in steel-aluminium (55:45) lightweight construction, coil springs.

Main standard equipment

Airbags for driver and front passenger, side airbags for driver and front passenger, curtain airbags for front and rear seats; three-point inertia-reel seatbelts on all seats with belt latch tensioner and belt force limiter at the front; Alfa Romeo D.N.A. driving mode selector; Integrated Brake System (IBS);  Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB); Forward Collision Warning (FCW); Lane Departure Warning (LDW); Active Front Headrests; Electric Parking Brake; Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS); Start/Stop; dual-zone automatic climate control; four electrically operated windows with Auto function; central locking system; electrically adjustable side mirrors with heating; 6.5-inch Alfa Connect multimedia system with Aux-In, USB, and rotary pad; 8-speaker audio system; 3.5-inch display integrated into instrument cluster; leather steering wheel; leather gear shifter; height and depth adjustable steering wheel; dual-pinion power steering; courtesy lights for mirrors; LED DRL; LED tail lights; fog lights; cruise control; rain sensor; Auto function for headlights; 6-way manually adjustable driver seat; trip computer; exterior temperature indicator; rear parking sensors; dual-muffler exhaust; Rosso Alfa Paint.

Main optional equipment (price in Euros, without VAT)

Black Tinted Windows (390); Leather Interior (1,920); Front License Plate Holder (45); 10-spoke 18-inch alloy wheels (990); paddles for automatic gearbox (300); Q2 emblem (90); Driver Assistance Pack (900) consisting rear view camera and parking sensors front-rear; Sport Plus Pack (1,590) consisting leather steering wheel, aluminium pedals, aluminium decors, adaptive bi-xenon headlights.

Comments

+ great driving dynamics
+ very precise steering
+ excellent steering wheel and peddles
+ nice intrument cluster design and graphics
+ precise and silent suspension
+ excellent transmission
+ very good engine performance
+ good fuel economy
+ feels light
+ very good soundproofing
+ high quality feel
+ very good torsional rigidity and no torsion noise

– feels cramped due to inclined A pillars and low roofline
– poor seats lateral support
– small door pockets front and rear
– no heated seats
– floppy trunk lid

Driven by Adrian M. for 219 km, 8.6 l/100 km average fuel consumption, 9,029 km total mileage of the car.

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Alfa Romeo Giulia photos

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Volkswagen Passat 1.6 TDI 120 (2017)

by Adrian
written by Adrian

Volkswagen Passat (B8) shown here is the 8th generation of the midsize german saloon. This generation of Passat was named Car Of The Year (COTY) in 2015. The car featured here is an Advance variant (trim level derived from Trendline) that comes standard with entry level turbo diesel engine (1.6 TDI 88 kW/120 hp). This generation 0f Volkswagen Passat was launched with petrol, diesel, and hybrid powertrains. The car started its commercial career in late 2014 with engines from 88 kW/120 hp up to 206 kW/280 hp. Volkswagen Passat was initially launched in 1973.

Details

Make: Volkswagen

Model: Volkswagen Passat / Volkswagen Passat Advance / Volkswagen Passat Trendline / Volkswagen Passat 1.6 TDI 120

Production: 2014-

Body type: 4-door sedan/saloon, 5 seats

VIN: WVWZZZ3CZHE188732

Price without VAT: 19,909 Euros

Engine: 1.6-litre (1,598 cc) in-line four-cylinder turbo diesel engine, transverse mounted. The power unit features intercooler and direct diesel common-rail injection. The maximum output is 88 kW / 120 PS/hp at 3,600-4,000 rpm and peak torque is 250 Nm (approx. 184 ft-lbs) available between 1,750-3,500 rpm.

Transmission: 6-speed manual gearbox and Front Wheel Drive (FWD)

Tyres: Michelin Energy Saver Continental 215/60 R16

Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 10.8 seconds

Top speed: 206 km/h

Declared average fuel consumption: 4.0 liters of diesel per 100 km

Emissions: EU6, 105 g CO2/km

Fuel tank (l): 66

Dimensions (mm): L 4,767 / w 1,832 / h 1,456

Luggage compartment capacity (l): 586-1,152

Wheelbase (mm): 2,786 (0fficial figures) and 2,791 (other sources)

Weight (DIN/EU): 1,369 kg/1,444 kg

Cd: –

Front suspension: Independent McPherson struts, coil springs, sway bar.

Rear suspension: Independent multi-link struts, coil springs, sway bar.

Main standard equipment

Frontal airbags for driver and front passenger; side airbags for driver and front passenger; curtain airbags for front and rear seats; ABS; ESC/ESP; TPMS (tyre pressure monitoring system); Multi Collision Brake; XDS electronic differential; LED rear lights; LED license plate lights; Hill Holder; Auto Hold Function; Windshield Washer Level Warning; Plus Board Computer; SD card reader; analog clock; front and rear electrically operated windows; leather steering wheel and gear shifter; electrically adjustable side mirrors with heating; Electric Tailgate Opening; Keyless engine start; Brushed Aluminium decors; front central armrest with adjustable length and height; 60/40 rear seats.

Main optional equipment (price in Euros, without VAT)

Harvard Blue Metallic (447); App-Connect (154); Advance Pack (1,820) consisting Climatronic 3-zone air conditioning, winter pack, fog lights, radio CD MP3 Composition Media with 8 speakers, 16-inch alloy wheels type “Aragon”.

Comments

+ very good engine performance
+ good transmission
+ good soundproofing
+ high quality look and feel
+ very good multimedia system
+ fully adjustable front central armrest (up-down; front-back)
+ roomy

– no parking sensors
– no cruise control
– no central armrest for rear passengers

Driven by Adrian M. for 646 km, 5.9 l/100 km average fuel consumption, 658 km total mileage of the car.

Filmed at Veranda Mall

Volkswagen Passat 1.6 TDI photos

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Renault Megane Sedan dCi 110 EDC (2016)

by Adrian
written by Adrian

Renault Megane Sedan featured here is the third generation of the model, with a popular 1.5-litre turbo diesel engine (dCi 110) and high performance Efficient Dual Clutch (EDC) gearbox. This third generation Renault Megane Sedan replaced the Renault Fluence (sedan only) and it is sold only in a limited number of countries (emerging markets mainly). The model has very advanced and useful driver assistance systems, including head-up display.

Details

Make: Renault

Model: Renault Megane / Renault Megane Sedan / Renault Megane Sedan dCi 110 EDC

Production: 2016-

Body type: 4-door sedan/saloon, 5 seats

VIN: VF1RFB00XX55855265

Price without VAT: 20,621 Euros

Engine: 1.5-litre (1,461 cc) transverse inline four-cylinder turbocharged engine, intercooler, common rail, direct injection. The maximum output is 81 kW / 110 PS/hp at 4,000 rpm and peak torque is 250 Nm (approx. 184 ft-lbs) at 1,750 rpm.

Transmission: 6-speed automatic dual clutch gearbox (EDC) and Front Wheel Drive (FWD)

Tyres: Dunlop SP Winter Sport 3D 205/55 R16 91H

Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 12.5 seconds

Top speed: 190 km/h

Declared average fuel consumption: 3.7 liters of diesel per 100 km

Emissions: EU6, 95 g CO2/km

Fuel tank (l): 49

Dimensions (mm): L 4,632 / w 1,814 / h 1,443

Luggage compartment capacity (l): 503-987

Wheelbase (mm): 2,711

Weight (DIN/EU): 1,320 kg/1,395 kg

Cd: –

Front suspension: Independent pseudo McPherson struts, coil springs, sway bar.

Rear suspension: Semi-rigid axle, coil springs.

Main standard equipment

Airbags for driver and front passenger; side airbags for driver and front passenger; curtain airbags for front and rear seats; ABS; ESC/ESP; TPMS (tyre pressure monitoring system); front/rear parking sensors; rearview camera with dynamic guides; adaptive cruise control; speed limiter; head-up display; Multi-Sense driving modes selector; dual-zone automatic air conditioning; front heated seats; ambiental lights; 2 USB charging and reading ports; rain and light sensors; front and rear electrically powered windows with impulse; front central armrest; rear central armrest; trip computer; height and depth adjustable steering column; electrically adjustable, heated side mirrors; LED DRL; LED healights Pure Vision; fog lights; LED rear lights; black tinted rear windows.

Main optional equipment (price in Euros, without VAT)

Bleu Cosmos Metallic Paint (327); Black Leather Upholstery (714); Panoramic Sunroof (840); Drive Safely Pack (378); R-Link 2 with 8.7-inch touchscreen (672); Nappa Leather Steering Wheel (84); height adjustable driver seat with massage function (42); Magic Trunk access (126).

Comments

+ roomy
+ very good transmission performance
+ comfortable seats
+ very good ergonomics
+ useful and modern driver assistance systems
+ high performance multimedia system
+ 2 x USB

– (too) complex multimedia R-Link 2 system
– low range of low beam (headlights)
– poor quality look and feel for leather upholstery

Driven by Adrian M. for 217 km, 7.1 l/100 km average fuel consumption, 4,872 km total mileage of the car.

Filmed at:

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Renault Megane Sedan dCi 110 photos

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Renault Kadjar TCe 130 EDC (2016)

by Adrian
written by Adrian

Renault Kadjar featured here is the first generation of the model. This compact SUV is based on the CMF C/D vehicle architecture, as Nissan Qashqai and Renault Espace of the time. Actually, Renault Kadjar shares 60% of the components with Nissan Qashqai, but, in the same time, 90% of the visible components are different. The Renault Kadjar featured here has the very refined TCe petrol engine (1.2-litre turbo) mated with a dual clutch (EDC) transmission (7 gears). This engine-transmission combination is only available with front-wheel drive (FWD).

Details

Make: Renault

Model: Renault Kadjar / Renault Kadjar TCe 130 EDC

Production: 2015-

Body type: SUV, 5 seats

VIN: VF1RFE00356247311

Price without VAT: 22,201 Euros

Engine: 1.2-litre (1,199 cc) transverse in-line four-cylinder turbocharged engine, intercooler, direct injection. The maximum output is 96 kW / 130 PS/hp at 5,500 rpm and peak torque is 205 Nm (approx. 151 ft-lbs) at 2,000 rpm.

Transmission: 7-speed dual clutch gearbox (EDC) and front wheel drive (FWD)

Tyres: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons 215/60 R17 96H

Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 10.1 seconds

Top speed: 192 km/h

Declared average fuel consumption: 5.5 liters of petrol per 100 km

Emissions: EU6, 123 g CO2/km

Fuel tank (l): 55

Dimensions (mm): L 4,449 / w 1,836 / h 1,613 (with roof rails, 1,607 without roof rails)

Luggage compartment capacity (l): 472 (527 with repair kit instead of replacement wheel) to 1,478

Wheelbase (mm): 2,646

Weight (DIN/EU): 1,359 kg / 1,434 kg

Cd: –

Front suspensions: Independent McPherson strut with rectangular lower arm, coil springs, anti-roll bar.

Rear suspensions: Programmed-deflection beam and coil springs.

Main standard equipment

Frontal airbags for driver and front passenger; side airbags for driver and front passenger; curtain airbags; ABS; ESC/ESP; ASR; cruise control; speed limiter; Lane Departure Warning; Blind Spot Alert; dual-zone automatic air conditioning; electrically operated side windows front/rear; trip computer; height and depth adjustable steering column; heated side mirrors and electrically adjustable and foldable; leather steering wheel; heated seats; fog lights with cornering function; font/rear parking sensors; rearview camera; automatic parking – Easy Park Assist; keyless entry and start; rain and light sensor; tyre pressure monitor; LED DRL; full LED headlights Pure Vision; LED rear lights; R-Link 2 multimedia tablet with Europe’s map and 7-inch touchscreen; 2 x USB; navigation and Connected Services; 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission; 17-inch alloy wheels.

Main optional equipment (price in euro, without VAT)

Beige Dune Metallic Paint (327); black leather interior (487); panoramic glass roof (285); and anti-dazzle central mirror (42); BOSE sound system with subwoofer, 7 speakers and digital amplifier (327); Extended Grip advanced traction system (201).

Comments

+ good engine performance
+ good transmission
+ roomy
+ excellent seats
+ nice instrument cluster display and highly configurable
+ excellent soundproofing
+ high quality look and feel
+ excellent sound system
+ great luggage compartment organiser

– easy to scratch instrument cluster plastic shield
– unusable cupholders (too short)
– no backlights for driver’s door buttons (backlight available only for driver’s window button)

Driven by Adrian M. for 309 km, 9.8 l/100 km average fuel consumption, 1,002 km total mileage of the car.

Filmed at:

Logo Mega Mall

 

 

Renault Kadjar TCe 130 EDC photos

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Volkswagen up! Beats 1.0 75 (2016)

by Adrian
written by Adrian

Volkswagen up! is the smallest Volkswagen of its time. The car is the indirect successor of Volkswagen Lupo and offers maximum interior space with minimum outside footprint. The car featured here is a facelifted version of the initial up! (launched in 2011) and it is called Volkswagen up! Beats – a special edition with Beats audio system. The version that you can see here has the popular mid-range engine (1.0 MPI, 75 hp). Volkswagen up! has only petrol engines and an electric variant, no diesel engine is available.

Details

Make: Volkswagen

Model: Volkswagen up! / Volkswagen up! Beats

Production: 2011- (with facelift starting 2016)

Body type: 5-door hatchback, 4 seats

VIN: WVWZZZAAZHD002347

Price without VAT: 9,662 Euros

Engine: 1.0-litre (999 cc) inline 3-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine, transverse mounted. The engine features DOHC with 4 valves per cylinder and the maximum output is 55 kW / 75 PS/hp at 6,200 rpm and peak torque is 95 Nm (approx. 70 lb-ft), available between 3,000 rpm and 4,300 rpm.

Transmission: 5-speed manual gearbox and Front Wheel Drive (FWD)

Tyres: Nokian WR 04 185/55 R15 86H XL

Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 13.5 seconds

Top speed: 173 km/h

Declared average fuel consumption: 4.4 liters of petrol per 100 km

Emissions: EU6, 101 g CO2/km

Fuel tank (l): 35

Dimensions (mm): L 3,600 / w 1,641 / h 1,504

Luggage compartment capacity (l): 251-959

Wheelbase (mm): 2,407

Weight (DIN/EU): 853 kg / 928 kg

Cd: –

Front suspensions: McPherson struts, coil springs, sway bar.

Rear suspensions: Torsion-beam axle, coil springs.

Main standard equipment

Frontal airbags for driver and front passenger; side airbags for driver and front passenger; curtain airbags for front and rear seats; Tyre Pressure Monitor; ABS; ESC/ESP; LED DRL; fog lights; cornering lights; front electrically powered windows; electrically adjustable side mirrors, heated; EPAS power steering; height adjustable steering wheel; front sport seats; gear shift indicator; manual air conditioning system (climatic); radio CD Composition Phone with 5-inch colour display, SD card port and Bluetooth connectivity; heated front seats.

Main optional equipment (price in Euros, without VAT)

Red paint (119); Plus trip computer (116); USB connectivity (49); Beats pack (587) consisting 15-inch alloy wheels type Radial, special upholstery, ambient lights, leather steering wheel and gear shifter, privacy glass, Beats sound system with subwoofer and 6 speakers – 8 channels, 300W amplification; height adjustable front passenger seat (66); multifunction steering wheel (114).

 Comments

+ easy to drive
+ high quality look and feel
+ nice ambient lights
+ very good audio system
+ smart infotainment system
+ nice cabin design
+ nice engine sound
+ nice instrument cluster design
+ LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
+ LED license plate lights
+ roomy

– no depth adjustable steering column
– no backlight for driver door buttons (for windows, mirrors)
– soft suspension

Driven by Adrian M. for 272 km, 6.5 l/100 km average fuel consumption, 2,654 km total mileage of the car.

Filmed at:

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Volkswagen up! Beats photos

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Jaguar XE 20d 180 AT (2016)

by Adrian
written by Adrian

Jaguar XE marks the comeback of Jaguar in D segment, where BMW 3 Series, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, and Audi A4 rule the market. Jaguar XE is an indirect successor of Jaguar X-TYPE. The car featured here is a top of the range turbo diesel version shown in a medium range trim level. The car is designed by Ian Callum and it is manufactured in the UK. The model is characterised by very good dynamics and handling. The cabin has very good ergonomics and the seating position is low and comfortable.

Details

Make: Jaguar

Model: Jaguar XE / Jaguar XE Pure / Jaguar XE 20d

Production: 2015-

Body type: 4-door sedan/saloon, 5 seats

VIN: SAJAB4BN0GA923499

Price without VAT: 38,530 Euros

Engine: 2.0-litre (1,999 cc) 4-cylinder turbocharged engine, longitudinal, part of Ingenium engine family. The maximum output is 132 kW / 179 PS/hp at 4,000 rpm and peak torque is 430 Nm (approx. 317 lb-ft) available between 1,750 and 2,500 rpm.

Transmission: 8-speed automatic gearbox (ZF 8HP45) and Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)

Tyres: Michelin Alpin A5 205/50 R17 93H

Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 7.8 seconds

Top speed: 228 km/h

Declared average fuel consumption: 4.2 liters of diesel per 100 km

Emissions: EU6, 109 g CO2/km

Fuel tank (l): 56

Dimensions (mm): L 4,672 / w 1,850 / h 1,416

Luggage compartment capacity (l): 455

Wheelbase (mm): 2,835

Weight (DIN/EU): 1,543 kg / 1,610 kg

Cd: 0.26

Front suspension: Double-wishbone, coil springs, sway bar.

Rear suspension: Integral link (multi-link) axle in lightweight construction, coil springs, sway bar.

Main standard equipment

Airbags for driver and front passenger, side airbags for driver and front passenger, head airbags for front and rear seats; three-point seatbelts on all seats with belt latch tensioner and belt force limiter at the front; Tyre Pressure Monitor. Also ESP/ESC, including ABS and TC (Traction Control), Hill Holder, Torque Vectoring; AEB (Automatic Emergency Brake); LDW (Lane Departure Warning); Jaguar Drive Control; EPAS steering system; cruise control; auto start/stop; keyless start; LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL); Glossy Black interior ornaments; Light Oyster fabric upholstery; multifunction steering wheel; Phosphor Blue interior ambient light; front central armrest.

Main optional equipment (price in Euros, without VAT)

bi-xenon headlights (955); Parking Pack (955) consisting front and rear parking sensors and rearview camera; heated front seats (330);  Pack Convenience (245) consisting auto-dimming central rearview mirror, rain sensor and light sensor; InControl infotainment system (815) with 8 speakers, USB and Bluetooth connectivity; Projector 17-inch alloy wheels (330).

Comments

+ fun, easy to drive
+ precise steering
+ nice interior design
+ precise and silent suspension
+ good transmission
+ good engine performance
+ good fuel economy
+ very good torsional rigidity and no torsion noise

– cheap-looking plastics inside in the lower part of the cabin
– feels a bit cramped front/back
– slow response of instrument cluster info (lag after pressing the button)
– bulky, heavy key fob

Driven by Adrian M. for 60 km, 7.2 l/100 km average fuel consumption, 15,110 km total mileage of the car.

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SEAT Leon 2.0 TDI 150 (2013)

by Adrian
written by Adrian

This is the third generation of SEAT Leon, made in Spain and developed on the Volkswagen Group’s MQB platform, the same as Volkswagen Golf and many other Volkswagen Group vehicles. Leon is one of the few compact cars of its time that still has a 2-litre turbo diesel engine under the hood, many of them having up to 1.6-litre turbo diesel engines. The car featured here is the low power variant of the 2.0 TDI engine (150 hp). The high power version offers 184 hp. This generation of SEAT Leon marked a milestone in automotive world, being the first compact car to feature full LED headlights.

Details

Make: SEAT

Model: SEAT Leon / SEAT Leon 2.0 TDI

Production: 2012- (with facelift starting 2016)

Body type: hatchback, 5 doors, 5 seats

VIN: VSSZZZ5FZER008532

Price without VAT: 22,901 Euros

Engine: 2.0-litre (1,968 cc) inline 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine, transverse. The engine features DOHC with 4 valves per cylinder and the maximum output is 110 kW / 150 PS/hp between 3,500-4,000 rpm and peak torque is 320 Nm (approx. 236 lb-ft), available between 1,750 rpm and 3,000 rpm.

Transmission: 6-speed manual gearbox and Front Wheel Drive (FWD)

Tyres: Continental ContiSportContact5 225/40 R18 Y XL

Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 8.4 seconds

Top speed: 215 km/h

Declared average fuel consumption: 4.2 liters of diesel per 100 km

Emissions: EU6, 108 g CO2/km

Fuel tank (l): 50

Dimensions (mm): L 4,271 / w 1,816 / h 1,444

Luggage compartment capacity (l): 380-1,210

Wheelbase (mm): 2,634

Weight (DIN/EU): 1,230 kg / 1,305 kg

Cd: –

Front suspensions: McPherson struts, coil springs, electronically controlled shock absorbers, sway bar.

Rear suspensions: Multi-link independent struts, coil springs, electronically controlled shock absorbers, sway bar.

Main standard equipment

Frontal airbags for driver and front passenger; side airbags for driver and front passenger; curtain airbags for front and rear seats; Tyre Pressure Monitor; ABS; ESC/ESP; HLA; board computer; fog lights; front and rear electrically powered windows with one touch open and close; EPAS powersteering; leather steering wheel; gear shift indicator; LED ambient light; radio CD MP3, USB (with adapter) and Bluetooth; alarm system with interior surveillance; dual-zone climatronic; rain and light sensor.

Main optional equipment (price in Euros, without VAT)

White paint (218); Full LED headlights (910); 18-inch alloy wheels type Performance (356); Dynamic Pack (625); SEAT Sound System (228); Rear Parking Sensors (223); Panoramic Sunroof (771); Enjoy FR Pack (1,041).

 Comments

+ good steering system
+ stiff, precise, and silent suspension
+ very good engine performance
+ very good gearbox
+ nice graphics for on board computer, instrument cluster, and infotainment
+ good seats (ergonomy)

– shaky when engine starts/stops
– small screen for the infotainment system
– USB available only with adapter
– cheap looking plastic in the cabin

Driven by Adrian M. for 30 km, 7.2 l/100 km average fuel consumption, 52,750 km total mileage of the car.

SEAT Leon 2.0 TDI 150 photos

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Renault Megane Estate dCi 130 (2016)

by Adrian
written by Adrian

Renault Megane Estate featured here is the fourth generation of the model and it is equipped with a popular 1.6-litre turbo diesel engine (dCi 130) and manual gearbox. The car is based on the CMF C/D global platform developed by Renault-Nissan Alliance. The Estate body style is one of the three body styles offered by Renault for this fourth generation Megane, besides the hatchback and the sedan. The car shown here has a very low mileage, less than 5,000 km on the clock.

Details

Make: Renault

Model: Renault Megane / Renault Megane Estate / Renault Megane Estate dCi 130

Production: 2016-

Body type: estate/break, 5 seats

VIN: VF1RFB00455567130

Price without VAT: 20,126 Euros

Engine: 1.6-litre (1,598 cc) in-line four-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine, transverse mounted. The power unit features chain driven distribution, intercooler, variable capacity oil pump, variable swirl, low-pressure EGR, and start/stop system with regenerative braking. The maximum output is 96 kW / 130 PS/hp at 4,000 rpm and peak torque is 320 Nm (approx. 236 ft-lbs) available at 1,750 rpm.

Transmission: 6-speed manual transmission and Front Wheel Drive (FWD)

Tyres: Hankook Winter i *cept evo2 205/50 R17 93V

Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 10.6 seconds

Top speed: 198 km/h

Declared average fuel consumption: 4.0 liters of diesel per 100 km

Emissions: EU6, 103 g CO2/km

Fuel tank (l): 47

Dimensions (mm): L 4,626 / w 1,814 / h 1,457

Luggage compartment capacity (l): 521-1,504

Wheelbase (mm): 2,712

Weight (DIN/EU): 1,394 kg/1,469 kg

Cd: –

Front suspension: Independent pseudo McPherson struts, coil springs, sway bar.

Rear suspension: Semi-rigid axle, coil springs, sway bar integrated into the beam.

Main standard equipment

Airbags for driver and front passenger; side airbags for driver and front passenger; curtain airbags for front and rear seats; ABS; ESC/ESP; TPMS (tyre pressure monitoring system); cruise control; speed limiter; Multi-Sense driving modes selector; dual-zone automatic air conditioning; heated front seats; ambiental lights; 2 USB charging and reading ports; rain and light sensors; front and rear electrically powered windows; black tinted rear windows; front central armrest; rear central armrest; trip computer; leather steering wheel and gear selector; height and depth adjustable steering column; electrically adjustable, heated side mirrors; LED DRL; LED healights; LED rear lights; roof rails; keyless entry and start; foldable front-right seat.

Main optional equipment (price in Euros, without VAT)

Gris Platine Metallic Paint (327); 17-inch alloy wheels type Celsium (327); Easy Parking Pack (420) consisting parking assistant, rearview camera and blind spot warning; Drive Safely Pack (588) consisting Automatic Emergency Brake (AEB), speed limit info, Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Blind Spot Monitor (BSM), and Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC); R-Link 2 infotainment system with 8.7 inch touch screen and BOSE sound system. Easy Folding for rear seats (58).

Comments

+ good engine performance
+ good transmission
+ nice steering system
+ good soundproofing
+ very good seats
+ roomy
+ foldable front-right seat
+ useful and modern driver assistance systems
+ excellent trunk versatility
+ very good multimedia system
+ excellent BOSE sound system
+ 2 x USB

– (too) complex multimedia R-Link 2 system
– low range of low beam (headlights)

Driven by Adrian M. for 251 km, 7.1 l/100 km average fuel consumption, 4,272 km total mileage of the car.

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BMW X3 xDrive20d (2016)

by Adrian
written by Adrian

BMW X3 shown here is the second generation of the model, with facelift (starting 2014). The model has greater refinement when compared to previous generation, a far better customisation programme and hugely improved ride quality and dynamics. Here we have a popular xDrive20d version – an average engine from whole lineup – with top interior equipment, including state of the art harman / kardon audio system. The latest product improvement of BMW X3 (operated in 2016) adds new infotainment system with graphics similar to BMW 7 Series.

Details

Make: BMW

Model: BMW X3 / BMW X3 xDrive20d

Production: 2010- (with facelift starting 2014)

Body type: SUV, 5 seats

VIN: WBAWZ510900M23930

Price without VAT: 54,405 Euros

Engine: 2.0-litre (1,995 cc) in-line four-cylinder turbocharged engine, including BMW TwinPower Turbo technology, turbocharger with variable intake geometry, common-rail direct injection, maximum injection pressure is 2,000 bar. The maximum output is 140 kW / 190 PS/hp at 4,000 rpm and peak torque is 400 Nm (approx. 295 ft-lbs) available between 1,750 and 2,250 rpm.

Gearbox: 8-speed automatic

Tyres: Pirelli SottoZero 245/50 R18 100H

Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 8.1 seconds

Top speed: 210 km/h

Declared average fuel consumption: 5.2 liters of diesel per 100 km

Emissions: EU6, 138 g CO2/km

Fuel tank (l): 67

Dimensions (mm): L 4,657 / w 1,881 / h 1,661

Luggage compartment capacity (l): 550 / 1,600

Wheelbase (mm): 2,810

Weight (DIN/EU): 1,745 kg/1,820 kg

Cd: 0.33

Front suspension: Double-joint spring-strut axle in lightweight steel construction.

Rear suspension: Five-link axle in lightweight steel construction.

Main standard equipment

Airbags for driver and front passenger, side airbags for driver and front passenger, curtain airbags for front and rear seats; three-point inertia-reel seatbelts on all seats with belt latch tensioner and belt force limiter at the front; crash-activated head restraints at the front; DSC, including ABS and DTC (Dynamic Traction Control), CBC (Cornering Brake Control), DBC (Dynamic Brake Control), Dry Braking function, Fading Compensation, HDC (Hill Descent Control); Servotronic; Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS); velour floor mats; frontal central armrest; auto start/stop; multifunction steering wheel in leather; Driving experience switch including ECO PRO; Brake Energy Regeneration; 18-inch light alloy wheels Y-Spoke type 607, automatic air conditioning; lights package; adaptive cruise control with brake function; headlights washer system; LED fog lights; High Beam Assistant; Automatic operation of luggage compartment lid; Park Distance Control (front/rear).

Main optional equipment (price in euro, without VAT)

Automatic Transmission with gearshift paddles (1,952); Deep Sea Blue Metallic Paint (755); Dynamic Damper Control (933); Rearview Camera (356); sun protection glazing (330); Adaptive LED headlights (2,350); interior rear-view mirror with anti-dazzle function (152); interior trim finishers Aluminium, finely brushed lengthwise (119); M leather steering wheel (170); Navigation system Professional (764); BMW ConnectedDrive Advanced (1,442); Telephony with wireless charging (42); First Class Upgrade (2,767) consisting Performance Control, Variable Sport Steering, Comfort Acces System; Panorama Glass Roof, mechanical roller sunblind for rear seats, electrically adjustable front seats with Memory for driver’s seat, lumbar support for driver and front passenger, heated front seats, heated rear seats, harman / kardon audio system; Business Class Package (2,272); Innovation Package (1,060) consisting Head-Up Display and Speed Limit Info.

Comments

+ agile & easy to drive
+ precise steering
+ stiff & silent suspension
+ fast transmission
+ great refinement
+ excellent harman / kardon audio system
+ very good engine performance
+ good fuel economy
+ excellent LED headlights

– cheap look for some interior plastics and dashboard foam

Driven by Adrian M. for 204 km, 10.3 l/100 km average fuel consumption, 9,291 km total mileage of the car.

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Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 TDI (2016)

by Adrian
written by Adrian

This is the second generation of Volkswagen Touareg, the flagship SUV of Volkswagen in Europe. The car shares its platform with Porsche Cayenne and Audi Q7. This model shown here is a special mid range Mountain edition with a very low mileage: less than 1,000 km on the clock. Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 TDI is one of the few mainstream SUVs of its time that still has a 3.0-litre V6 engine, many brands adopting smaller engines. This second generation of Touareg was launched in 2010 and it received a facelift back in 2014.

Details

Make: Volkswagen

Model: Volkswagen Touareg / Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 TDI / Volkswagen Touareg V6 TDI

Production: 2010- (with facelift starting 2014)

Body type: SUV, 5 seats

VIN: WVGZZZ7PZHD011663

Price without VAT:  37,948 Euros

Engine: 3.0-litre (2,967 cc) V6 turbocharged diesel engine, DOHC with 4 valves per cylinder, direct injection (common rail), intercooler. The maximum output is 150 kW / 204 PS/hp between 3,200-4,400 rpm and peak torque is 450 Nm (or 331 lb-ft), available between 1,250 and 3,200 rpm.

Transmission: 8-speed automatic gearbox (Tiptronic) and All-Wheel Drive (4MOTION)

Tyres: Continental WinterContact TS850P 235/65 R17 H XL

Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 8.7 seconds

Top speed: 206 km/h

Declared average fuel consumption: 6.6 liters of diesel per 100 km

Emissions: EU6, 173 g CO2/km

Fuel tank (l): 85

Dimensions (mm): L 4,801 / w 1,940 / h 1,709

Luggage compartment capacity (liters): 580-1,642

Wheelbase (mm): 2,893

Weight (DIN/EU): 2,110 kg/2,185 kg

Cd: –

Front suspension: Independent McPherson, coil springs, sway bar.

Rear suspension: Independent multi-link, coil springs, sway bar.

Main standard equipment

Frontal airbags for driver and front passenger, side airbags for driver and front passenger, curtain airbags for front and rear seats, knee airbag; ABS; ESP; HLA; Multi Collision Brake; EPAS power steering; TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System); cruise control; central locking system; electrically operated tailgate; fog lights; front and rear parking sensors Park Pilot; rain sensor; light sensor; black roof rails; Chrome & Style exterior pack; double exhaust pipes; privacy glass for rear windows; Premium board computer with electronic display; radio CD MP3 RCD 550 with 8 speakers, touchscreen and cd changer (6 CD); dual-zone automatic air conditioning Climatronic with cooled glove box compartment; height adjustable heated front seats; heated washer jets for windscreen; height and depth adjustable steering column; multifunction leather steering wheel; four electrically powered windows; electrically adjustable, foldable and heated side mirrors;  front central armrest; rear central armrest; 8-speed automatic Tiptronic gearbox with Auto Hold function.

Main optional equipment (price in Euros, without VAT)

Bi-xenon headlights (1,157) including dynamic turning lights, LED DRL, headlights washing system; 18-inch Karakum alloy wheels (565); Premium phone connection (670) consisting Bluetooth phone connectivity.

Comments

+ roomy
+ very good ride quality and dynamics
+ easy to drive
+ excellent ergonomics
+ high quality look and feel (premium like)
+ good seats
+ very good soundproofing
+ nice exterior and interior design
+ nice central rearview mirror
+ nice reading lamps design
+ great design for instrument cluster
+ nice key fob design
+ low fuel consumption
+ excellent transmission & powertrain

– modest infotainment system functions
– no USB port (cable adapter needed)
– no leather interior

Driven by Adrian M. for 246 km, 10.7 l/100 km average fuel consumption, 871 km total mileage of the car.

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Dacia Sandero SCe 75 (2016)

by Adrian
written by Adrian

Dacia Sandero SCe 75 is the replacement of Dacia Sandero 1.2 MPI. That being said, SCe engine (1.0-litre, 3-cylinder, code B4D 400) replaces MPI engine (1.2 litre, 4-cylinder). The model presented here is a facelifted version of Dacia Sandero – a facelift that adds new headlights, taillights, new front and rear spoiler design, new front grille, new steering wheel, new key fob, and the SCe naturally aspirated engine. This is the first time when a Dacia car has LED DRL and the first time when Dacia moves the horn actuator to the steering wheel (airbag capsule). Up until now the horn actuator was positioned on the tip of the turn signal lever. The car featured here is new, with less than 1,000 km on the clock.

Details

Make: Dacia

Model: Sandero / Dacia Sandero SCe 75

Production: 2012- (with facelift starting Q4 2016)

Body type: hatchback, 5 doors, 5 seats

VIN: UU15SDMC556092755

Price without VAT: 9,039 Euros

Engine: 1.0-litre (999 cc) 3-cylinder transverse naturally aspirated engine, indirect multipoint injection. The maximum output is 54 kW / 73 PS/hp at 6,300 rpm and peak torque is 97 Nm (approx. 71 lb-ft) available at 3,500 rpm.

Transmission: 5-speed manual gearbox (code JHQ) and Front Wheel Drive (FWD)

Tyres: Goodyear DuraGrip 185/65 R15 88T

Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 14.2 seconds

Top speed: 158 km/h

Declared average fuel consumption: 5.2 liters of petrol per 100 km

Emissions: EU6, 117 g CO2/km

Fuel tank (l): 50

Dimensions (mm): L 4,057 / w 1,733 / h 1,523

Luggage compartment capacity (l): 320 / 1,200

Wheelbase (mm): 2,589

Weight (DIN/EU): 1,044 kg/1,117 kg

Cd: –

Front suspension: McPherson struts, coil springs, sway bar, solid disc brakes.

Rear suspension: Semi-independent H suspension, coil springs, drum brakes.

Main standard equipment

Frontal airbags for driver and front passenger; side airbags for driver and front passenger; ABS; ESP/ESC; ASR; HSA (Hill Start Assist); manual air conditioning; power steering; electrically powered windows (front); electrically adjustable side mirrors, heated; fog lights; height adjustable steering wheel; height adjustable driver seat; board computer; outside temperature indicator; LED DRL; Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS); central locking system; ISOFIX.

Main optional equipment (price in Euros, without VAT)

Brun Vison Metallic Paint (250); rear parking sensors (125); rearview camera (166); front central armrest (83); Media Nav infotainment system (250) consisting 7-inch touchscreen, USB, Bluetooth; Maps Pack for Media Nav (83); cruise control and speed limiter (208); 15-inch alloy wheels (291).

Comments

+ good ride quality
+ decent engine performance
+ good fuel economy
+ big luggage compartment
+ easy to use infotainment and fast CPU
+ nice steering wheel and interior design

– clunky gearbox
– poor soundproofing (windproofing)
– no depth adjustable steering column
– poor looking plastics

Driven by Adrian M. for 50 km, 7.1 l/100 km average fuel consumption, 613 km total mileage of the car.

 Dacia Sandero SCe 75 photos

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BMW 330e Sedan (2016)

by Adrian
written by Adrian

BMW 3 Series (F30) got a hybrid version (eDrive) for the first time in model’s history. This car can travel for up to 40 km on electric power alone, being one of the best efficient and high performance hybrids on the market. The underbody (under trunk floor) battery takes 110 litres of the luggage space. You can watch all our BMW cars HERE.

Details

Make: BMW

Model: BMW 3 Series / BMW 330e Sedan

Production: 2011- (with facelift starting 2015, plug-in hybrid starting 2016)

Body type: 4-door sedan/saloon, 5 seats

VIN: WBA8E11080K415660

Price without VAT: 51,850 Euros

Drive system: Full hybrid drive, permanent excited synchronous machine, 185 kW / 252 PS/hp.

Combustion engine: 2.0-litre (1,998 cc) 4-cylinder turbocharged engine, longitudinally mounted, with BMW TwinPower Turbo, TwinScroll turbocharger, High Precision Injection, VALVETRONIC fully variable valve control, variable camshaft control Double-VANOS. The maximum output is 135 kW / 184 PS/hp between 5,000-6,500 rpm and peak torque is 290 Nm (approx. 214 lb-ft) available between 1,350-4,250 rpm.

Electric motor: BMW eDrive technology, synchronous motor integrated in 8-speed Steptronic, generator function for energy recuperation for the high-voltage battery. The maximum output is 65 kW / 88 PS/hp at 2,500 rpm, with a maximum torque of 250 Nm (approx. 184 lb-ft) between 0-2,500 rpm. Recuperation output is 60 kW.

Battery: Lithium-ion high-voltage battery (293 V) with a capacity of 7.6 kWh (gross) or 5.7 kWh (net). Charging time for 80% charge is around 1.6 hours at 3.7 kW (16 A/230 V).

Transmission: 8-speed automatic Steptronic gearbox

Tyres: Bridgestone Potenza 225/45 R18 91Y (front) and 225/40 R18 95Y (rear)

Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 6.1 seconds

Top speed: 225 km/h

Top speed electric mode only: 120 km/h

Declared average fuel consumption: 1.9-2.1 liters of petrol per 100 km and 11-11.9 kWh/100 km in addition to fuel consumption

Declared electric range (EU cycle): 37-40 km

Emissions: EU6, 44-49 g CO2/km

Fuel tank (l): 41

Dimensions (mm): L 4,633 / w 1,811 / h 1,429

Luggage compartment capacity (l): 370

Wheelbase (mm): 2,810

Weight (DIN/EU): 1,660 kg / 1,735 kg

Cd: 0.27

Front suspension: Aluminium double-joint spring-strut axle with displaced chamber, small positive steering roll radius, transverse force compensation, anti-dive, coil springs.

Rear suspension: Five-link axle in lightweight construction, coil springs.

Main standard equipment

Frontal airbags for driver and front passenger, side airbags for driver and front passenger, curtain airbags for front and rear seats; three-point inertia-reel seatbelts on all seats with belt latch tensioner and belt force limiter at the front; Tyre Pressure Monitor. Also DSC, including ABS and DTC (Dynamic Traction Control), CBC (cornering brake control), DBC (dynamic brake control); Dry Braking function; Fading Compensation; Start-Off Assistant; Dynamic Suspension Control; Drive Performance Control; velour floor mats; front central armrest with sliding function; rain sensor; light sensor; alarm system; front sport seats; M leather steering wheel; M Aerodynamics package; BMW Individual Shadow Line ornaments; lights package; USB; AUX-IN; M Star-spoke 18-inch alloy wheels.

Main optional equipment (price in Euros, without VAT)

Heated steering wheel (162); M Sport brakes (594); steering wheel paddles for automatic transmission (102); sport variable steering (213); Comfort access system (501); rearview video camera (357); panoramic view video camera system (331); anti-dazzle rearview mirrors (416); electrically adjustable front seats with memory for driver seat (933); lumbar support for driver’s and front passenger’s seats (238); heated front seats (314); adaptive LED headlights with washer system and LED fog lights (1,748); Lane Departure Warning (475); Head-Up Display (704); HiFi speakers (331); front and rear parking sensors (170); Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop&Go function (671); BMW ConnectedDrive Advanced (1,452); Professional navigation system (552).

Comments

+ easy to drive
+ very precise steering
+ stiff and precise suspension
+ very good ride quality
+ fast transmission
+ very good hybrid system performance
+ excellent headlights

– no backlight for instrument cluster during daytime (poor readability in cloudy weather or when passing trough forests)
– door creaks due to doors rubber seal

Driven by Adrian M. for 380 km, 8.9 l/100 km average fuel consumption, 12,321 km total mileage of the car.

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