One of Nissan's more robust SUVs - the X-trail model - has moved into more mod(er) waters in the third generation, as evidenced by a more pleasing image and less robust design, and it is now closest to the qashqai in terms of design and technology. For now, only one engine is available, combined with two drives and gearboxes, and prices range from 26 to 40 thousand euros.
Cars
Fiat's version of the Dodge Journey goes by the name Freemont. It is a large and spacious cross between a van, station wagon and suv for seven passengers. This is now also available with four-wheel drive, but it is only available in combination with an automatic transmission. It offers a lot of comfort and flexibility. Driving characteristics in the background, and the price of 36,850 euros is not the lowest.
The cosmetic facelift gave the Yaris a distinctive X-shaped nose, better handling and soundproofing. Inside, better materials and more colors. Innovations in technology, where passengers can read SMS and email messages via the central screen. Prices and emissions from 10,200 euros and 75 grams of CO2 onwards.
Renault continues the offensive of ecological passenger vehicles, with the hybrid eolab, which presents a number of advanced innovations, thanks to which it boasts an average consumption of only 1.0 liters and 22 grams of CO2 emissions per km. This is ensured by the combination of an electric and gasoline engine, which enables driving on electricity up to 120 km/h and a distance of up to 60 km.
The coupé unit in the previous edition is so rare on our roads that we could already talk about it as an exotic. The fact that the design indicated that it was only a series 1 fitted rear took its toll, as few are willing to pay that much for it. The test 220d offered a concrete measure of sportiness and plenty of driving pleasure, only the price of 52 thousand made us think.
Ford's medium minivan will be presented in Paris in a refreshed look, and as expected, it will get the now characteristic "Aston Martin" engine mask and a more modern and more refined interior in the style of the current plague. There are also some innovations in the engines, especially in the form of the 1.5-liter ecoboost engine, and advanced technology has also been improved.
The classic Mercedes buyer is not the youngest. He doesn't need a back for his sports props, baby carriages and the like. He experienced this somewhere in the past, in the years when he was just planning his life's path. Hence the fact that Mercedes station wagons have never been popular with buyers of this brand. They represent only around a modest and average 10 percent of total sales. Mercedes wants to change that with the CT model, the sale of which started these days.
We are not overly used to limited series in this size and price range, especially from this brand. The Helly Hansen version of the Captur convinces with its red and black color combination, extensive standard equipment and an excellent and economical diesel engine. Less convincing is the substantial price in the immediate vicinity of 20 thousand.
At last year's premiere of the Series 2 coupe, BMW announced that this year the range of this model will be enriched by a cabriolet version, which, like its predecessor - the Series 1 Cabrio, will retain the tradition of the canvas sliding roof. Opening and closing will be possible, as before, while driving up to a speed of 50 km/h. Four engines and two transmissions available, and next year also xDrive.
Daimler is planning a number of new models within the AMG family of models, and the latest in the series is a smaller sports coupe called the AMG GT, which will compete with the Porsche 911 and the like. The AMG GT is smaller and significantly lighter than the current SLS AMG, and at 130 thousand, it is also significantly cheaper. It is powered by a 4.0-liter V8 twin-turbo engine capable of 510 hp.
The new aygo brings a new in-house design philosophy, marked by the letter X on the nose of the vehicle. This makes it quite different from the outgoing model, and the newcomer also surpasses the latter in terms of comfort and driving characteristics, the designers of which have paid a lot of attention to improvements. Prices from 8,690 euros onwards, air conditioning and LED daytime running lights as standard.
Viano has grown and matured, you could say. Not that it used to be small or young, but the new generation, called Class V, actually makes it look that way. According to the proportions, it has stretched in length and now measures as much as 5.14 meters. In addition to the classic version, a longer and shorter version is now available. There are three engines to choose from, two gearboxes, and later also two drives.