Fiat’s confusing, like-sounding model names, the Brava is the five-door,family-sized hatch back,while Bravo is a 15cm shorter but more sportily slanted three-door variation on the same theme. This “horses-for-courses” approach makes sound sense: the Brava offers more space, five-door practicality and a rounded-off ride for those with a family to consider, while the Bravo’s distinctive-but-different styling and subtly revised suspension and specification cater for less-encumbered buyers seeking a more sporting attraction. Which ever tickles your fancy, though, Fiat has recently given the pair a mild makeover. Staying faithful to the original styling concept, the refettled Fiats are not much different to look at, but every version now offers significant improvements and costs less, or at least no more, than its previous equivalent.
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After spending quite a few years in the shadows of Holden and its popular range of Commodore family cars, Ford has struck back with an exciting new range of locally produced Falcon models. The BA model Falcon represents an investment by Ford in the order of $500 million. The new models offer comprehensive styling, powertrain, suspension, interior and safety related changes, and look set to challenge Holden for sales supremacy in the family car class.
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06 Feb
Posted by jj as Automotive, Mitsubishi
Responsive new engine provides good performance Ride comfort WORST Significant engine noise Centre rear lap belt only Non ABS braking system manual gearbox was the variant evaluated for this report and represents the entry level diesel Pajero. The standard equipment features of this vehicle are reasonably good and include air conditioning, power steering, electric mirrors and windows, radio/CD player, engine immobiliser, driver’s airbag, limited slip differential and cruise control (now standard on all Di-D models). Significantly, anti-lock brakes are not fitted to the GLX, while a passenger’s airbag is available as an option. A monocoque body shell has been used since the introduction of the NM Pajero, and aside from the new engine, the structure of the Pajero remains unaltered.
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The new Peugeot 407 ST HDi Diesel is a n exiting new vehicle in many ways; Peugeot has been able to put their latest diesel technology into one of the most striking looking vehicles around. Powered by a two litre turbocharged diesel engine it features the latest common rail diesel injection technology to maximise power and torque. Fitted with Peugeot’s latest Diesel Particulate Filter the 407 ST HDi reduces emissions to better the Euro Four emission standard for diesels which doesn’t come into force until 2006. DISLIKES Potential to scratch paintwork when loading luggage. Easy to confuse coolant and oil temperature gauges. DESIGN & FUNCTION SPACE & PRACTICALITY Because the 407 HDi shares the same body as its petrol engined cousins, interior space is the same. The 407 provides plenty of interior room and also features a decent sized boot.
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VOLVO S60 Sedan 2.4 litre 20 valve SE automatic and 2.3 litre T5 Geartronic automatic Volvo’s new mid-size S60 sedan typifies the company’s new emphasis on introducing more contemporary styling and a more youthful driving appeal, without in any way sacrificing the marque’s traditional virtues of strength and safety. The S60 shares its platform and suspension with the Volvo S80 sedan and the V70 wagon, though it is lighter and shorter than both of those models. The S60 replaces the S70 sedan (the V70 wagon continues) and is available in three different engine and equipment combinations.
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This Volkswagen New Beetle Service Manual contain: 1.8 Turbo, 1.9L TDI Diesel, 2.0L Gasoline, The Volkswagen New Beetle Service Manual: 1998-2002 covers the GL, GLS, GLX, and. TurboS models. This manual has been preparedusing selected factory Service
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The Audi A4 Repair Manual: 1996-2001 is coming soon! Covers Audi A4 models built. ontheAudi “B5″ platform. Doesnot include AudiS4(sports model).
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Technical Specifications. 2004 TT Coupe. ENGINE:. Type. Four cylinder inline, turbocharged, charge air intercooling (180 and 225 hp ) , six-cylinder
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