Australia's Easy Reading New Car News Home | News | Road Tests Mercedes-Benz E-Class saloon NEWS INDEX:   August 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Series sedan Special Edition released 4th August, 2014 Mercedes-Benz has released two new offerings for the E-Class, Australia’s favourite large luxury car over $70,000: the E 250 and E 250 CDI Saloon ‘Special Edition’ ..... more BMW 2 Series Tourer prices announced 4th August, 2014 There will be three variants, based on the three different engines. The entry level 218i Active Tourer will be available from $44,400* ..... more Fiat 500 updated 5th August, 2014 User-connectivity upgrade, highlighted by seven-inch TFT instrument display; Three new paint colours and 16  interior options; Choice of three engines ..... more Minor update for Subaru BRZ 6th August, 2014 MY15 BRZ comes with revised suspension dampers; Cosmetic changes include a “shark fin” shape radio antenna, inside there is a frameless rear-view mirror and instrument panel highlights are changed to a fake carbon fibre-look trim ..... more Kia Sorento 3rd generation to debut later this month 6th August, 2014 Sorento’s cabin will raise the bar for luxury in its segment, thanks to a modern, wrap-around dashboard, high quality soft-touch materials and a range of advanced on-board technologies ..... more New drop-top for Rolls-Royce 6th August, 2014 The new model will deliver effortless, open-top motoring through the combination of modern Rolls-Royce luxury, style and elegance with an engaging and exhilarating driving experience ..... more Range Rover and Range Rover Sport for MY15 7th August, 2014 Enhanced eight-speed transmissions on diesel SDV8 and petrol SCV6 derivatives; Uprated SDV8 with additional 40Nm for effortless overtaking; Increased personalisation options, including exterior colours, alloy wheels, panoramic roof and interior colourways ..... more Land Rover Discovery's unique camouflage 7th August, 2014 Latest camouflage wrap gives clearest view yet of vehicle’s design; New compact SUV remains true to Discovery line-up with option of a third row of rear seats ..... more Mazda MX-5 25th Anniversary Edition 10th August, 2014 Featuring off-white leather upholstery and door trim, and a black leather arm rest, steering wheel and, in the manual version, a shift knob. Red stitching is another feature ..... more Abarth line revised 10th August, 2014 Two new trim levels: 595 Turismo and 595 Competizione; Powered by a punchy turbo T-Jet engine, generating 118kW and 230Nm; Dual Mode ‘Record Monza’ exhaust system standard on Competizione model; Fuel-efficient fun: rated at 5.4-litres per 100 kilometres; Priced from $33,500* ..... more Kia Sorento third generation revealed 11th August, 2014 The front of new Sorento features a larger, more upright ‘tiger-nose’ grille, with a distinctive three-dimensional diamond pattern, and long swept-back headlamps ..... more Range Rover Sport SVR due in Q2 2015 12th August, 2014 First Land Rover to wear the new high-performance SVR badge; 0-100km/h in an amazing 4.7 seconds; 5.0-litre supercharged V8 engine has 405kW and 680Nm ..... more Holden Trax updated, 1.4 litre turbo now optional 13th August, 2014 Top of the range Trax introduced with a sporty 1.4 litre turbo-charged engine; Trax LTZ with 1.4 litre iTi engine includes sunroof, new 18 inch alloys, rain sensing wipers and driver’s arm rest as standard; Trax LTZ 1.4 litre iTi priced from $29,990*; Trax LS priced from $23,990* ..... more Fiat Freemont gains V6 version 14th August, 2014 New "Crossroad" variant comes with powerful 3.6-litre V6 petrol engine (206kW and 342Nm); A tough, powerful look with new front & rear bumpers, ‘Platinum Chrome’ details, black frames for the front and rear light clusters, and 19-inch ‘Hyper Black’ five-spoke alloy wheels; Cutting edge cabin technology and comfort, with 8.4-inch Uconnect touchscreen navigator, new black leather seats with sports mesh fabric inserts and light ardesian grey stitching, and ‘Liquid Graphite’ colour interior finishes as standard; MLP* from $36,500* ..... more Skoda Superb Outdoor 4x4 due October 17th August, 2014 Distinctive design includes protective front and rear bumper, wheel arches; All-wheel drive drivetrain; Unique black 18-inch ‘Trinity’ anthracite alloy wheels; Fatigue detection system fitted ..... more Jaguar Lightweight E-type unveiled 17th August, 2014 Lightweight E-type is the first 'remake' to come from Jaguar Heritage, which operates within the Jaguar Land Rover Special Operations division; Just six customer Lightweight E-types will be built – each assigned one of the remaining chassis numbers originally allocated in 1963 to the intended 18-car 'Special GT E-type' project ..... more Volkswagen Polo updated 19th August, 2014 As in the previous model, Volkswagen is once again offering two equipment levels in the 2014 model year Polo: “Trendline” and “Comfortline” with prices commencing at $16,290* ..... more Chamberlain's famous Torana acquired by ANM 19th August, 2014 National Museum of Australia has acquired the yellow 1977 Torana V8 hatchback which was central to the conviction and ultimate exoneration of Lindy and Michael Chamberlain, over the 1980 disappearance of their daughter, Azaria ..... more Toyota Prado Altitude released 21st August, 2014 Prado Altitude comes with the spare tyre located out of sight under the vehicle rather than fitted to the rear door. Altitude also incorporates a glass hatch in the tailgate ..... more Ford Mustang RHD prototype made 24th August, 2014 Ford’s new Mustang goes on sale later this year in the U.S. and Canada. Next year will see the new Mustang begin an export programme that will eventually take in more than 100 markets ..... more Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid prices announced 24th August, 2014 2.5-litre supercharged four-cylinder petrol engine and 15kW torque-assist electric motor - 188kW and 330Nm; Super-efficient: 8.4-litres per 100km (2WD) rating; Three model grades, choice of 2WD or 4WD; Hybrid priced from $42,990* ..... more Suzuki Vitara: new model debuts in October 28th August, 2014 The renowned 4x4 specialist will be presenting a newly developed SUV, which combines Suzuki’s authentic SUV design with ALLGRIP 4WD, body and trim personalisation, advanced technologies and excellent fuel economy ..... more Volvo XC90: new-generation unveiled 28th August, 2014 Volvo has unveiled its all-new XC90, delivering on its promise for a visually striking, premium quality, seven-seat SUV with world leading safety features, new powertrain technologies, an unrivalled combination of power and fuel efficiency and a superlative interior finish ..... more Top of page Hear Chris Goodsell Talk Motoring On Radio & Internet ..... more September 2014 News ..... here July 2014 News ..... here June 2014 News ..... here About | Car Clubs | Great Drives | Home | News | Road Ramblings | Road Tests | Subscribe | Top Drive ©   2014   All rights reserved.   Next Car Pty. 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