2010 Saab 95 price Announced for British market

The SAAB 9-5 price for UK's market was announced today and customers can already purchase them from dealerships.and prices start at £26,495 for an entry level model.

The 2010 Saab 95 is available in two trim levels, Vector SE and Aero, and a choice between various diesel and petrol engines. The diesel versions of the 2010 Saab 95 include the 2.0TiD with 160PS and the 2.0TTiD with 190PS. The petrol 2010 Saab 95 models are powered by either a 1.6T engine with 180PS,

Equipment and technology comes in two specifications; Vector SE and Aero, both with a selection of diesel and petrol engines. Both the 2.0 TiD diesel and 2.0-litre petrol engines are available from launch with the Vector SE trim and Saab will add a 1.6T petrol and 2.0TTiD twin turbo diesel for the 2011 model year. The 2.0





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Saab’s new 9-5 enters the UK market priced at just £26,495 OTR for the 2.0TiD
160PS Vector SE model, making it a highly competitive proposition for buyers in
the premium saloon sector. Cars are available to order from Saab dealerships
today.

Positioned by Saab as its top-of-the-line contender in the premium saloon
segment, the all-new 9-5 is the most technically advanced car ever produced by
the company. In addition to owning a very well equipped vehicle, customers
will gain a driving experience that matches the excitement of Saab’s bold
Scandinavian design language.

The range of high-tech features on offer includes: an aircraft inspired
head-up information display (HUD), adaptive headlights (Bi-xenon Smart Beam),
MP3/iPod integration, Harman Kardon audio system, DAB radio, adaptive cruise
control, DriveSense adaptive chassis with continuous damping control, keyless
entry and starting, dual-zone climate control, adaptive parking assistance, and
XWD with electronic LSD – the industry-leading all-wheel-drive system.

The all-turbo powertrain line-up carries forward Saab’s rightsizing engine
strategy, focusing on responsible performance through the development of highly
efficient and four cylinder turbo engines. Starting at 1.6-litres* (180PS) all
transmissions are six speed and with diesel power, CO2 emissions as low as 139
g/km are also on offer.

The full new 9-5 model range pricing in the UK is as follows:

Trim	Fuel	Engine	On-the-Road
Vector SE	Diesel	2.0TiD 160PS	£26,495
		2.0TTiD 190PS MY11*	£28,495
	Petrol	1.6T 180PS MY11	£26,695
		2.0T 220PS	£28,195
Aero	Diesel	2.0TTiD 190PS MY11	£31,495
	Petrol	2.0T 220PS	£31,195
		2.8T 300PS	£37,995

The new Saab 9-5 features a generous array of standard equipment across the
range. There are two levels of specification:

Vector SE

The ‘Vector SE’ specification is the starting point for 9-5 ownership, and is
available to order at launch with the 2.0-litre TiD diesel engine or the
2.0-litre petrol engine. A 1.6T petrol and 2.0TTiD twin turbo diesel engine will
be available to order from model year 2011 (mid-2010). Highlights include
leather/textile comfort seats, auto dimming interior mirror, AUX & USB sockets
with MP3/iPod integration, bluetooth phone integration system, heated front
seats, keyless push button engine start/stop, park assist (front and rear), rain
sensor windscreen wipers, 17” alloy wheels, electronic climate control (dual
zone) and cruise control.

Aero

Saab customers can opt for the higher Aero specification with prices starting at
£31,195 for the 2.0T petrol engine, alongside the flagship 2.8T petrol engine
with XWD. The 2.0TTiD twin turbo diesel engine is available to order from model
year 2011 (mid-2010). In addition to the Vector SE’s standard features,
highlights include 19” alloy wheels, Aero front and rear bumpers, twin exposed
tailpipes, bi-xenon headlights, headlight washers, dual electric seats, leather
sport seats, alloy pedals and sport chassis.

UK Managing Director Jonathan Nash said: “We are very excited about the new
9-5 and we are confident it will be a great success for our dealers in the UK.
The new Saab 9-5 combines the emotional appeal of a contemporary, modern Saab
with all the rational appeal of a spacious five-seater premium saloon, with high
levels of standard equipment, innovative functional features and competitive
pricing.”

The Saab 9-5 will be built at Saab’s home plant in Trollhättan, where it has
been engineered and chiefly developed.

More about the new Saab 9-5 by going to www.saab.co.uk

2011 Nissan GT-R priced at $84,060

The 2011 Nissan GT-R price has been announced today for the U.S. market. The 2011 Nissan GT-R comes with a number of modifications in comparison to the previous model. The previous base model will not be available anymore. The 2011 Nissan GT-R features darker wheel center caps, double clear coat on the front and rear fascias and new rear cooling ducts.


The biggest change is the elimination of the base model, which was priced from $80,790 (in the 2010 model year). For 2011, the sole model is the $84,060 GT-R Premium (a $1020 increase over the 2010 GT-R Premium). Options include 'Super Silver' paint ($3,000), ultra-high performance tires (no charge), floor mats ($280), and a cold weather package (no charge).


The Nissan GT-R model has held the reputation of being an affordable car that costs a lot to maintain. It can’t be modified much but it does have an excellent all-wheel drive performance and technological prowess that can’t be denied. Nissan is offering three options and one accessory for the 2011 model.


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Nissan Announces U.S. Pricing for 2011 Nissan GT-R

Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced U.S. pricing for the 2011 Nissan GT-R supercar, which is on sale now at select Nissan dealers.

For 2011, its third year of availability in the North American market, the Nissan GT-R features a number of enhancements and a simplified model lineup. The previous GT-R base model has been eliminated, leaving the GT-R Premium as the only available 2011 model. Other changes include slightly darker wheel center caps, double clear coat on the front and rear fascias and the addition of rear cooling ducts to improve cooling performance around the rear floor area.

The suspension has been retuned and the rear bushing strengthened to enhance ride comfort while still maintaining the GT-R's outstanding handling. In addition, auto on/off headlights and speed-sensitive windshield wipers are now standard, along with a USB iPod® interface, Streaming Audio via Bluetooth® and DVD playback. The navigation system now includes XM NavTraffic® and NavWeatherTM capability.

The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP)* for the 2011 Nissan GT-R equipped with standard 485-horsepower 3.8-liter twin-turbo V6 engine and high-performance, 6-speed, dual-clutch transmission is:

* Nissan GT-R Premium: $84,060 USD

Three options and one accessory are available for the 2011 GT-R: Cold Weather Package (no charge); special Super Silver paint ($3,000); Ultra-High Performance Tire Package (no charge); and carpeted GT-R logo floor mats ($280).

The 2011 GT-R is available only through officially certified Nissan retailers that have met a number of strict sales, service and facility commitments, including dedicating a master technician to GT-R service. A complete listing of the nearly 700 GT-R Certified Nissan dealers is available to consumers on NissanUSA.com.

Mine’s Release Pricing for Carbon Front Bumper for Nissan GT-R

The GT-R’s front end is well designed for both cooling and aero purposes. It’s hard to improve on it but with enough dedication and application of sound principles and by putting a lot of thought into the design, the team at Mine’s did just that. The new Mine’s Dry Carbon Front Bumper which we debuted on GTRBlog in January is now ready and pricing has been released.

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Renault Twingo Gordini RS price starts at 17,750 EUR

Renault Twingo Gordini RS's distinctive styling features exude an unmistakable French touch, thanks principally to its hallmark Malte Blue livery and Gordini white stripes, plus leather upholstery and gloss black and metal-finish interior trim details.

The price of Renault Twingo Gordini RS is just €17,750, which represents a saving of €940 over a similarly-equipped Twingo Renault Sport.


Compared with the standard Twingo Renault Sport, Renault Twingo Gordini RS comes with:

• Malte Blue or Pearlescent Black metallic paint, with Gordini white stripes (over the bonnet, roof and hatch),

• gloss black front and rear bumper inserts,

• Glacier White foglamp surrounds, exterior mirror housings and rear lip spoiler, plus ‘Gordini Series’ badging on the sides,

• 17-inch diamond-effect aluminium alloy wheels with black inserts,

• Gordini-embossed blue and black stiched leather upholstery,

• blue door panel inserts,

• blue and black leather-trimmed steering wheel with two white stripes to indicate the

straight-ahead position,

• blue gear lever gaiter and Gordini-badged gear lever knob,

• numbered plaque in front of gear lever,

• white-rimmed blue rev-counter, with white and blue background,

• gloss black centre console,

• trimmed dashboard cowl with visible stitching,

• Gordini-badged carpet mats,

• automatic climate control,

• cruise control with speed limiter.

Renault Twingo Gordini RS's extensive equipment specification builds on the existing performance/equipment package of Twingo Renault Sport:

• 1.6-litre, 133 horsepower engine,

• 'Sport' chassis,

• 80W radio-CD with MP3 playback, steering wheel-mounted fingertip remote control, separate display and jack socket,

• independent, sliding rear seats,

• Renault Sport front seats with additional lateral support,

• automatic headlamp and windscreen-wiper activation,

• extra-tinted rear glass,

• foglamps,

• Renault Sport kick plates

• fully-disconnectable ESP,

• boot capacity ranging from 285 to 959dm3 VDA.

Also available as options are:

• Cup chassis €450

• Radio-CD with MP3 playback, steering wheel-mounted fingertip remote control, and Bluetooth® and Plug & Music connectivity €200

• Curtain airbags €250

• Electric opening glass sunroof €590

• Without Gordini stripes (white stripes removed from bonnet, roof and hatch) No charge

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2011 Jaguar XF S price and details announced

Following the successful launch of the 3.0-litre diesel engine and the XFR in 2009, Jaguar is introducing a number of key enhancements to the XF range for 2010. Spearheading the updated range is the much-acclaimed 275 PS Diesel S model, which will now feature some of the unique sporting character of the XFR to deliver an even more exciting driving experience.

To further boost the appeal of the award-winning XF line-up, the entry price is now less than £30,000, with the 3.0-litre V6 petrol Luxury model priced at a highly competitive £29,900.


Sporting and Sophisticated – The Enhanced XF Diesel S
The 275 PS high-performance XF Diesel S model is significantly enhanced for MY11, taking the lead from the stunning XFR model to provide drivers with superior driving dynamics, a more striking appearance and an upgraded interior which offers the ultimate in sporting luxury.

The MY11 XF Diesel S now comes with an XFR derived interior as standard while the Adaptive Dynamics system, currently featured on the XFR and XK range, is available as an option on the high-performance diesel.

“We have applied the lessons learned from the XFR to bring more sophisticated, sporting driving dynamics to the Diesel S model,” explained Mike Cross, Chief Engineer, Vehicle Integrity. “Fitted with the state-of-the-art Adaptive Dynamics system, the latest Diesel S provides driving enthusiasts with taut handling and superb body control, but without the noise and harshness often associated with ‘sports’ suspension packages.”

Jaguar’s Adaptive Dynamics system is featured in one of the two new option packs which are available exclusively on the XF Diesel S in 2010 to further enhance the driver’s enjoyment of the performance characteristics of this car – the Dynamics Pack and the Aerodynamic Pack.

Dynamics Pack. The Dynamics Pack incorporates the Adaptive Dynamics system. This high-tech system analyses chassis movement and driver and wheel inputs 500 times every second, continually adjusting the suspension to improve handling without loss of comfort. The result improves on the XF’s already impressive handling and strikes a clever balance between a luxury ride and sports car agility. This optional pack also includes Shadow or Silver finish 20-inch Volans five-spoke alloy wheels, and costs from £1250 depending on model.

Aerodynamic Pack. The Aerodynamic Pack is designed to give an even bolder style to the XF Diesel S. The striking new black mesh inserts for the grille and lower air intakes give a fresh look to the front of the car and for even greater visual impact, the sculpted lower air intake blades can be supplied with bright-white LED daytime running lights. The side sills from an XFR complete the package. The cost of this option pack is £1500, or £2000 with the LED lights.

Performance Interior. The enhancements to the MY11 Diesel S are completed by the interior, which now features the superior specification from the XFR as standard, providing the 275 PS diesel model with the ultimate sporting luxury interior. The upgraded cabin includes the leather sports seats from the XFR, featuring 18-way adjustment for the driver and 14-way for the passenger. Power-adjusted raised side bolsters will keep driver and passenger firmly in place during cornering, while the rest of the cabin’s sporting style is enhanced with the high-gloss Piano Black veneer and Jet Suedecloth headlining available as an option on Premium Luxury and Portfolio Diesel S models.


New Colours Across the Range
Polaris White is a new colour for the MY11 XF range, replacing Porcelain. Red brake callipers are also available to order as a no cost option on XFR models and black mesh inserts for the grille also become standard on the XFR and Diesel S.


XF Sports Saloon Now Starts at Under £30,000
The final change for the XF range in 2010 is the entry price. An XF 3.0 V6 petrol Luxury will now be priced at £29,900 on the road.

The XF Luxury model includes many luxurious features as standard. Bond Grain leather seats; Phosphor Blue halo illumination and interior mood lighting; seven-inch full colour touch-screen display with Navigation and Bluetooth technology; six-speed automatic transmission with Jaguar Sequential ShiftTM and Jaguar Sense and Jaguar Smart Key SystemTM with Keyless Start. The Luxury model comes in a selection of 13 colours and has five different alloy wheel designs to choose from.

Geoff Cousins, Managing Director, Jaguar UK said: “With more than 19,000 XFs now on the road in the UK the momentum continues and we have celebrated winning more than 60 international awards for XF since it launched in 2008.

“While our class-leading diesel engine is by far the most popular engine in the range, we would like to appeal to low mileage drivers who do not necessarily want or need to drive a diesel. By reducing the entry price for the XF range to less than £30,000 for the 3.0-litre petrol model, we have made our four door saloon even better value for money.”

In the UK, retail pricing of the XF range now starts at £29,900 for the 3.0-litre petrol. The 3.0-litre diesel model is available from £34,775 for the 240 PS engine while the 275 PS 3.0-litre Diesel S starts at £38,475. The top of the range XFR is available from £62,055.


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Nissan Announces U.S. Pricing on the 2010 370Z 40th Anniversary Edition

Limited Production Z® Coupe, Set for Early Spring On-sale, Priced at $38,860 USD

Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) has announced pricing for the 370Z 40th Anniversary Edition, which is scheduled to go on sale in late February 2010. Created to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the original Datsun 240Z, the 40th Anniversary Edition starts with the 370Z Touring model equipped with Sport Package and 6-speed manual transmission then adds unique special equipment. The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price* (M.S.R.P.) is $38,860 USD. The 370Z 40th Anniversary Edition will be limited to 1,000 units.


Along with the standard 370Z Touring and Sport Package features -- including SynchroRev Match, front chin spoiler, rear spoiler, Nissan Sport Brakes, 19-inch Rays forged aluminum-alloy wheels and viscous limited-slip differential -- the 40th Anniversary Edition adds a unique, premium "40th Graphite" exterior color and special red leather-appointed interior.


Other exclusive 40th Anniversary Edition equipment includes a high-luster smoke wheel finish, red brake calipers and 40th Anniversary badges on the rear hatch and front shock tower brace. Inside, along with the red leather-appointed seats, are red door panel inserts, 40th Anniversary debossed seatback and floormat embroidery, red stitching on the center stack, shift boot and kneepads, smooth leather steering wheel with red stitching and an interior 40th commemorative plaque of authenticity. Every 40th Anniversary Edition Z also comes with a commemorative premium satin car cover.


Along with the 40th Anniversary Edition, the 2010 Nissan 370Z Coupe is available in two well-equipped models: 370Z and 370Z Touring and in a special edition NISMO 370Z -- starting at $29,990 (6MT), $34,660 (6MT) and $39,190 respectively. A 2010 Nissan 370Z Roadster, with fully automatic cloth convertible top, is also offered, starting at $36,970 (6MT). All prices are USD.


All 2010 Nissan 370Z models are equipped with a standard 3.7-liter DOHC V6 engine with Variable Valve Event and Lift Control (VVEL). The engine is rated at 332-horsepower for the 370 Coupe and 370Z Roadster, while the NISMO 370Z Coupe is tuned to produce 350 horsepower. Buyers also have a choice of 6-speed manual transmission with an available SynchroRev Match synchronized downshift rev matching system or a 7-speed automatic transmission (NISMO 370Z and 40th Anniversary Package are available with 6-speed manual transmission only). Crisp handling is once again provided by a 4-wheel independent suspension.


Available technology features for 2010 include the enhanced Nissan Hard Drive Navigation System with 7-inch VGA touch-sensitive display, 9.3GB HDD Music Box, USB connectivity and iPod connection, XM NavTraffic with Real-Time Traffic Information and XM NavWeather (XM subscription required, sold separately), automatic phonebook download (select phones) and Bluetooth Streaming Audio; Nissan Intelligent Key and a Bluetooth Hands-free Phone System.
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