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New Holden Astra Twintop And SRi Models
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Holden as revealed two exciting new Astra models at the 2006 Australian
International Motor Show in Sydney. The Astra TwinTop retractable hard top convertible and sporty SRi five-door
hatch made their Australian debuts on the Holden show stand. Both vehicles and
a new SRi three-door coupe, will be on sale in December. All three models are driven by a 2.2-litre direct injection four-cylinder
ECOTEC engine which produces 110 kW of peak power and 215 Nm of peak torque. The engine is the first Astra engine to offer variable high-pressure direct
fuel injection, enhancing its efficiency compared with multi-point fuel injection
systems. The new releases confirm the AH Astra line-up as one of Australia’s most
comprehensive small car ranges. Astra is Holden’s second biggest selling car line
behind Commodore. Holden's Small Car Marketing Manager, Teresa Basile, said there was now an Astra
to suit almost everybody. “Astra has been a very successful nameplate for Holden and we’re confident that
the addition of these three new performance models will enhance its popularity,”
Basile said. “The releases are a direct response to the growth in the premium small car market
and target an emerging segment of small cars buyers with specific needs. "The new models deliver European styling, more performance and the balanced
handling for which Astra is renowned. Combined with a high level of specification
and competitive pricing, we believe they will be a hit in the small car segment.” Astra TwinTop The TwinTop brings retractable hard top technology to the small convertible market
at an accessible price. Available in either a six-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission, this
cutting-edge European import is two cars in one - changing from a sporty coupe to a
stylish convertible in just 30 seconds. The stunning TwinTop has a three-piece retractable hard top allowing the roof to
fold tightly, ensuring the rear of the car remains space efficient and in perfect
proportion. A functional and stylish vehicle, it has the ability to seat up to four people
and boasts 205 litres of storage space when the roof is open and 440 litres when the
roof is closed. As a secure coupe, the Astra TwinTop offers passengers a quiet interior with
suppressed wind noise – a disadvantage often associated with soft top convertibles. Feature highlights: Colour Selection:
Recommended Retail Price:
Metallic paint: $360 extra. On sale: December, 2006.
Astra SRi coupe and hatch The sporty Astra SRi three-door coupe and dynamic SRi five-door hatch models add the excitement and performance from the more powerful direct injection 110 kW 2.2-litre engine. Both models come equipped with a standard six-speed manual or optional four-speed automatic transmission, 17-inch alloy wheels, sports chassis pack, semi automatic climate control, leather heated seats and a lower sports body kit. These features are complemented by advanced safety features such as driver, front passenger, front side impact and curtain airbags. Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Traction Control and the acclaimed crash avoidance system Electronic Stability Programme (ESP®) are also standard. Feature Highlights:
Colour Selection:
Recommended Retail Price:
Metallic paint: $360 extra. On sale: December, 2006. ESP® is a registered trademark of Daimler Chrysler AG | |||||
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