Toyota Avensis 2.0 D-4D
The 2012 Toyota Avensis is better looking and more efficient than ever before so is it finally time to throw off the Captain Sensible image? What is it? One of the country’s top selling models the Toyota Avensis has always been the Captain Sensible of family saloon cars. It is without doubt a sensible purchase but it is practical, safe and hugely reliable. Who is it aimed at? Pretty much anyone in the market for a family car, it...
Mini Cooper S Coupe
What is it? BMW have turned Mini into something akin to Lego and from one tiny car six different versions can be assembled. From a convertible, to an estate there is a Mini to suit everyone. The latest stage in Mini’s evolution is a two-seater coupe, along with a two-seater roadster. Who is it aimed at? Anyone intent on making a fashion statement with their car choice will love this version of the Mini, we don’t see too many...
Volkswagen CC
Volkswagen’s Classy Car What is it? One of the sleekest coupes around,Volkswagen’s uber- glamorous CC is a four door coupe with a hatch back rear and is a definite head turner. Who is it aimed at? Anyone who has ever lusted after Mercedes’ beautiful CLS but can only dream of a €70,000 price tag. Styling The smart lines, flared wheels and sloping roofline enhance the coupe like design and means the CC manages to look both elegant...
Range Rover Evoque 2.2
Today’s soft-roader line-up looks as style-conscious as Paris Fashion Week, and the new Range Rover Evoque model is chic to the core. This, the smallest SUV that Range Rover has ever made is also its most stylish looker. There is a limited-edition designed by Victoria Beckham is on its way. What is it? The Evoque is essentially a crossover vehicle; one that aims to blend the best aspects of car with the extra functions usually...
Volkswagen Jetta 1.6 TDi
Despite the fact that the car market is awash with a host of new types of cars from crossovers, to four door coupes we still remain affectionately attached in Ireland to booted versions of our hatchbacks! What is it? Much more than a Golf with a boot, Volkswagen’s Jetta is far closer in looks and styling to its larger sibling the Passat. Inside the new Jetta goes a long way to convey the feeling of something bigger and more...
Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi
Apparently more than 1,500 Ford engineers were working on the new Focus at various stages of its development and it shows. Its smart styling and driveability makes it one of the very best around. What is it? Winner of the Continental Irish Compact Family Car of the Year 2012, the Focus is Ireland’s best selling car and has been a huge success story in Ireland since its launch in 1999. Who is it aimed at? Just about everyone,...