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VOLVO C30 – Young Blood’s Choice

August 11th, 2008

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Volvo new C30 – a 3 door, 4 seater hatchback with distinctive rear end design made up of a sloping glass tailgate and prominent ‘Volvo shoulders’ is targeting young, fresh blood to abolish its thirst. The new C30 has eliminate the thought about the Volvo car which usually known for its safety, being the first ever model under the model that promises a fresh, sporty, dynamic, sexy, funky, fun, zippy, cute and simplicity.

C30 is based on the S40/Ford Focus platform and has a 2,640mm wheelbase. There will only be 1 engine offered, that is 2,435cc 5 cylinder model with 170bhp and 230Nm. The top speed will be 215km/h and it can boost from 0 to 100km/h in 8.8 seconds.

The C30 does not forget its already known trademark, named as ‘safety’ which include plethora of airbags, Emergency Brake Assist, traction control and Intelligent Driver Information System (IDIS). The Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) which uses side facing cameras on the wing mirrors will detect vehicles that encroach into the driver’s blind spot and it is an option.

With the price of RM215,500 otr (without insurance), you will experience a totally different Volvo.

Popularity: 16% [?]

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Peugeot 407 - NAZA

August 11th, 2008

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Debuted back in 2004, the new Naza’s assembled Peugeot comes with twin-cam 2.0 litre, variable valve timing and improved output of 138bhp and 200Nm of torque. The four speed automatic branded as a ‘Porsche Tiptronic System; has also been retuned.

The standard equipment includes 17 inch alloys, automatic Xenons, seven airbags, a 10 speaker JBL audio system, dual zone climate control, cruise control, electric front seats and Electronic Stability Program (ESP). The price of the car with this standard equipment is RM125,888. For extra equipment of factory fitted GPS system and also leather seats, the price is RM135,888.

Popularity: 16% [?]

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