Opel Meriva compact MPV

Above about Opel Meriva compact MPV.

GM’s next-generation Opel Meriva compact MPV has been caught undergoing testing once gain. Though it remains in full camouflage, many details are still discernible, including the overall shape, which remains close to the original Meriva concept from last year's Geneva Motor Show.

A very carefully placed extra segment of cladding appears to be hiding one of the most controversial lements of the concept’s design: the rear-window ‘kink’. The front door’s handle and the general construction of the doors and rubber strips indicate the rear-opening rear doors of the concept are gone. The suicide door configuration makes for better display in a car show booth, but is both inconvenient and hard to get past the legal department in the real world.

The simple and attractive front fascia, minimalist outlines, and overall configuration remain very close to the concept’s design, however. Small detail differences include the addition of a tailpipe (hidden on the concept) and the removal of the rear roof spoiler and addition of an antenna in its place.

The treatment of the rear windows and rear hatch area seem to indicate both the angular upsweep before the C-pillar and the hourglass-shaped rear hatch will carry over into production. The tail lights, though heavily camouflaged, carry a hint of the outline of the concept’s large and stylistic units as well.

The new Meriva is expected to make its world debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September and should be sale across Europe by the end of the year.

New Models of Hyundai

Here' about new model of Hyundai.

Hyundai plans to introduce i30 based mini MPV in late 2010 along with new Sonata/i40, new i20 mini MPV model and Veloster sports car scheduled for 2011, according to hyundai-blog.
The all-new 2011 Hyundai i20 mini MPV will be in a very close relationship with the upcoming Kia YN minivan that made its first public appearance at Geneva auto show earlier this year and received rave reviews from public and automotive media thanks to its really attractive exterior design.
Kia YN mini MPV has been penned by European team of designers under the Peter Schreyer guidance. Peter Schreyer is a famous car designer who worked for Audi for more than 25 years and designed the legendary Audi TT and many other attractive cars, including VW Golf GTI V.
2011 Hyundai i20 mini MPV
Responsible to give the new Hyundai i20 mini MPV a “soul” will be Hyundai designers working at Hyundais European design centre in Russelsheim (Germany). They will be responsible to give the vehicle a unique exterior and interior look to differentiate it from its Kia counterpart as well as make it look attractive when standing side by side with other rivals.
2010 Hyundai i30 MPV
In addition to the new i20 mini MPV, Hyundai has also announced it plans to launch another MPV model in Europe. The second MPV will be slightly larger than the i20 mini MPV and will be based on Hyundai i30. The i30 MPV will be 4.48m long, 1.80 wide and will measure 1.61m in height. It will compete head to head against established brands such as Renault Scenic, Opel Zafira, Ford C-Max and Toyota Verso. In the mean time, Hyundai will also unveil an i30 facelift.

2010 Hyundai Tucson / ix35
Hyundai will continue a series of debuts with new Tucson, known also as Hyundai ix35 in Europe. The model has been first introduced as an ix-onic crossover concept. We have already seen the body shell of the production ready 2010 Tucson and from the image it was evident that the new Tucson/ix35 will stay very close to the concept.
2011 Hyundai Sonata / i40
Hyundai also plans to roll out the long anticipated Sonata sedan and wagon in Europe sold under the i40 name. First to hit the market will be a wagon variant of i40, while approximately six month later the Korean carmaker will also introduce a sedan variant. The new i40 will replace the current generation Sonata sedan, which wasnt particularly successful in Europe.
The all-new Sonata will feature more modern design and will have a modern interior built from top quality materials. It will also be equipped with the latest powertrain technology including a brand-new six-speed automatic transmission and a range of new diesel and gasoline engines.
According to Hyundai, Sonata/i40 will be the first Hyundai vehicle to be equipped with an updated 2.4L Theta engine that will feature GDI (gasoline direct injection) technology, which will bring the power numbers from 174 hp to 200 horsepower! New Sonata will reach American shores in February 2010.
2011 Hyundai Veloster
Hyundai also plans to take the wraps off another new model. The company has revealed plans to introduce a Veloster two-door coupe to replace the Hyundai Coupe/Tiburon.
Veloster is expected to be a fun-to-drive vehicle with plenty of power coming from new 1.6L Turbo engine that packs an impressive 172 horsepower. In Europe, the model is expected to also receive a diesel power, while North Americans should also get a more powerful 2.0L Turbo engine powered Veloster.

About New Honda Freed

Here's about Honda Freed.

In the invitation letter sent to the editorial staff jogjaseed mentioned, the launch of Honda Freed will be done by the President Director of PT Honda Prospect Motor Mr.Yukihiro Aoshima, and was attended by the Managing Director of Honda Motor Co.., Ltd.., Who served President & CEO Asian Honda Motor Co., Ltd.., Mr. Fumihiko Ike, and Large Project Leader for Honda Freed, Mr. Shigehiro Yasuki from Honda R & D Co.., Ltd..

Freed will be exhibited in the Indonesia International Motor Show, 24 July to 2 August, will be present with two variants, namely doors and electrically non-electrically. While the transmission is only available otomatik.

Early June, from automotive journalists are invited to try HPM Honda Freed in Bali. Freed to use the same engine with the Honda Jazz and Honda City i-VTEC that is with a 1500 cc with the additional technology Drive by Wire (DBW) and Shift Hold Control, dikendarai quite comfortable when the route-route in the area Ubud, Jimbaran and Kuta. However, the MPV is indeed Anyar Honda Jazz or not segalak City.

If the Large Project Leader Freed Honda, Shigero Yasuki, this MPV is the air barrier has a larger 10% and also bobotnya more weight from the Honda Jazz. Therefore, Freed does not seagresif Honda Jazz or City. Although Freed 1.5 l engine is disetting back so that it is adequate for an MPV. Maximum power generated reached 116 on the PK 6600 rpm while torsi its maximum 146 Nm at 4800 rpm.

Freed is fenomenal, always be debate on the land since exclusive media preview event in March 2009 ago, and achieve Best Value performance event on the Japan Car of the Year Award 2008-2009.

With a stylish design, functionality design of integrated, detailed attention will comfort and security, to fuel efficiency and the space space

cabin that is able to accommodate 7 passengers, Honda Freed is a car that will be the trend for the new drive New Generation Family in Indonesia.

Freed by Jonfis Fandy, Marketing & Aftersales Service Director of PT Honda Prospect Motor start offered IDR 260 million.

Perodua MPV launch on November

Above about Perodua MPV.

Although total industry sales have dropped by about 12 per cent in the first five months, the performance was better than in the US and Europe, said Datuk Syed Abdull Hafiz Syed Abu Bakar, managing director of Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua Sdn Bhd (Perodua).

Hafiz also said that the new multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) from Perodua, the country's largest car company by sales, should be launched in the third week of November.

Prices of the 1.5-litre MPV may start at under RM57,000 for the manual transmission unit, while the most expensive, an automatic version, should not cost more than RM66,000.

Hafiz is banking on the seven-seater to boost the domestic market, which he foresees will contract by 10 to 12 per cent to about 480,000 to 490,000 units for the whole year.

"Except for a few brighter spots like Germany, India and China, Malaysia has done quite decently so far compared to the US and many European countries. We have only contracted by about 12 per cent in the first five months as opposed to about 50 per cent in the US and 20 to 30 per cent in Europe," Hafiz said after launching the inaugural Perodua Eco-Challenge at Speedway Plus Circuit in Subang Jaya on Saturday.

The event saw students from 12 institutions of higher learning racing in their modified and decorated Myvis sponsored by Perodua.

"Sales will get better in the next three months as June, July and August, together with May, are traditionally peak months because of the festive seasons," Hafiz added.

Perodua itself saw its sales slowing 7 per cent from January till May, but Hafiz believes it can close 2009 with a contraction of only 5 to 6 per cent.

"Last year, we sold some 167,000 cars and this year, it should be around 158,000. About 51 per cent of our 2009 volume should come in the second half," he said.

In anticipation of stronger months ahead, Perodua is ramping up production at its plant in Serendah, Selangor. Production of the MPV should start in October.

Booking for the MPV is due to open in September after Hari Raya.

Talks about Proton Exora

Here's about Proton Exora.

Proton will be attempting to stave off Perodua’s attack with a smaller but cheaper Perodua D46T MPV combined with a more desirable Toyota-associated brand because of the original model (it will be derived from the Toyota Passo Sette) this coming November.

The D46T is no secret, we’ve already seen the exterior and interior of what the Perodua version will look like, and the Toyota Passo Sette has already been around for quite sometime for all to see. In fact, one of the Passo Sette we’ve seen on Malaysian roads on road tests may in fact be likely to be owned by Proton.

The weapon of choice will be a cheaper version of the Exora. Right now the Exora is only available in M-Line and H-Line variants, with the only differences between them being creature comforts and minor styling differences.

A cheaper Exora will be further downgraded in terms of equipment, and will likely feature a manual gearbox, which actually could be more of a blessing for the Exora, as the auto while capable of taking the vehicle up to cruising speed and keeping it there, is rather sluggy to move around at city speeds.

Reader Kenneth spotted this Exora on the Penang bridge. It has light disguises on but we all know it’s an Exora. The LED tail lamps are still there but if this is a version of the production B-Line or manual model, we can see some evidence of downspeccing in the form of steel wheels with a cover instead of proper alloy wheels.

About Honda Odyssey

Above about Honda Odyssey.

THE big MPV is still popular despite the downturn, although more seem to be zeroing on the basic versions. At Kah Motor, for example, the authorised Honda distributor is selling more of the entry-level Odyssey EX model than before - 25 per cent of total sales, to be exact. A year ago, virtually all of its 2.4-litre seven-seaters delivered were of the more expensive Odyssey EXV.

Kah Motor says the move downwards is also partly due to the wider price gap between the two grades caused by the higher Japanese yen.

But high-end or low-end, powered seats or no powered seats, the new Odyssey should put a smile on your face in a way few large MPV models can. The difference between the EX and EXV grades is now about $5,800, from around $3,000 previously.

The fourth-generation Odyssey is based on the platform of the third-generation model but Honda says 60 per cent of its components are new.

One all-new feature is the Motion Adaptive Electric Power Steering. Available only in the more expensive EXV, it intervenes electronically to suppress understeer by counter-steering, when necessary. In a sharp corner, for example, this helps to reduce body roll. Together with the softer suspension, the new Odyssey is as comfort-biased as an inflatable ring cushion for haemorrhoid sufferers, yet still able to display a commendable level of control.

The new Odyssey has the same 2.4-litre engine to power the front wheels but with drive-by-wire and 180 hp, or an extra 20 horses. Also different is the dashboard, which has been ?carved out? to yield more cabin space, and features spacey 3D-look instruments.

The exterior has also been reworked. Unlike the van of old, this new Odyssey is sleeker and looks more like an Accord Estate rather than a multi-purpose vehicle. More importantly, the styling has incorporated slimmer front pillars for better forward visibility.

About Honda Odyssey

Above about Honda Odyssey.

THE big MPV is still popular despite the downturn, although more seem to be zeroing on the basic versions. At Kah Motor, for example, the authorised Honda distributor is selling more of the entry-level Odyssey EX model than before - 25 per cent of total sales, to be exact. A year ago, virtually all of its 2.4-litre seven-seaters delivered were of the more expensive Odyssey EXV.

Kah Motor says the move downwards is also partly due to the wider price gap between the two grades caused by the higher Japanese yen.

But high-end or low-end, powered seats or no powered seats, the new Odyssey should put a smile on your face in a way few large MPV models can. The difference between the EX and EXV grades is now about $5,800, from around $3,000 previously.

The fourth-generation Odyssey is based on the platform of the third-generation model but Honda says 60 per cent of its components are new.

One all-new feature is the Motion Adaptive Electric Power Steering. Available only in the more expensive EXV, it intervenes electronically to suppress understeer by counter-steering, when necessary. In a sharp corner, for example, this helps to reduce body roll. Together with the softer suspension, the new Odyssey is as comfort-biased as an inflatable ring cushion for haemorrhoid sufferers, yet still able to display a commendable level of control.

HONDA ODYSSEY

Engine: X2,354cc inline-4 Transmission: 5-speed automatic Power: 180bhp @ 6,500 rpm Torque: 218 Nm @ 4,500 rpm 0-100 kmh: 11.5 secs Top speed: 209kph Price: $102,400 (with COE) Distributor: Kah Motor

The new Odyssey has the same 2.4-litre engine to power the front wheels but with drive-by-wire and 180 hp, or an extra 20 horses. Also different is the dashboard, which has been ?carved out? to yield more cabin space, and features spacey 3D-look instruments.

The exterior has also been reworked. Unlike the van of old, this new Odyssey is sleeker and looks more like an Accord Estate rather than a multi-purpose vehicle. More importantly, the styling has incorporated slimmer front pillars for better forward visibility.

New Kangoo car at Yeovil-based Renault

Above about new Kangoo car at Yeovil-based Renault .

YEOVIL dealership AKS Renault is offering drivers the chance to test drive the New Kangoo car.

The New Kangoo is taller, wider and longer than its predecessor offering unprecedented comfort for the whole family as well as their belongings.

Built on the same platform as Renault’s New Scenic, its spacious design allows five adults to enjoy the ride in comfort, with those in the back benefiting from much greater leg and elbow room.

The rear bench also provides three full seat spaces, with best-in-class legroom putting an end to those arguments about who has to sit behind dad!

New Kangoo isn’t just roomy though with its redesigned cabin offering a bright and airy interior with a new-look MPV-style dashboard, plus new trim and upholstery materials throughout.

Even the entry-level model offers a wealth of equipment to make those long journeys fly by including a 30W audio system with fingertip controls and 12V power outlet in the centre console.

The Expression model adds stylish body-coloured bumpers and door mirrors, electric/folding door mirrors and front fog lights.

With everyone safely inside, New Kangoo still has plenty of room to transport anything from pets to leisure equipment to all those summer holiday essentials.

Light work is made of bulky items such as bicycles thanks to the rear seat which folds down in one simple movement to give a completely flat load space.

Indeed, the ingenious ‘Flat Floor’ system allows the rear seat base to slide forward into the footwell and the rear seat back to fold down in its place.

When combined with the folding front passenger seat, it gives an even more versatile and cavernous load space of 2,866 litres – perfect for transporting even the kitchen sink!

Even the innovative roof bars that convert into a luggage rack, without the need of any tools, can carry up to 80kg ensuring nothing need be left behind.

In the cabin, no opportunity has been wasted to provide clever storage solutions. Depending on the model, these include a capacious front overhead shelf, three aviation-style lockers for the rear seat passengers, underfloor storage, large door bins, map pockets and numerous other cubby holes that have a combined capacity of 77 litres.

And even with New Kangoo loaded up, its range of five engines, including the flagship 1.5 dCi 106 with six-speed gearbox for the first time, will ensure a responsive drive together with the impressive ride and handling.

Anton K Szulc, managing director of AKS Renault, said: “New Kangoo is so versatile that it’s perfect for everyone from families who need plenty of space to older couples who appreciate the higher driving position – and all from just £11,200.”

Mazda MPV specification

MAZDA MPV 2500 cc V6 engine, smooth engine 1999 reg 2001 white, vacuum sliding doors, leather Seat, luxury, high spec, new tyres, in good condition, have a look with our car then make compare, RM55k neg.

Compact MPV Peugeot 5008

Above about Peugeot 5008 compact MPV.

Strengthening its position in the highly competitive compact MPV sector in Europe, the PSA Peugeot-Citroen recently swiped the covers off the all-new Peugeot 5008 people carrier that is set to go on sale in the autumn after a premiere at the Frankfurt auto show in September. The 5008 that will be offered in five- and seven-seat configurations will compete directly with the Renault Scenic and Grand Scenic and Opel Zafira MPVs as well as its sister company's Citroen C4 Picasso and C4 Grand Picasso models.

About Honda Jazz

Here's about Honda Jazz.

The first generation Jazz set a benchmark by achieving cumulative sales of more than 2 million units. The truly acclaimed and the stunning performer Honda Jazz , in its Second generation avatar, has been launched finally in India but with a price tag starting from Rs. 7 lakhs the prospective buyers may go for the much more affordable and feature rich Hyundai i20.

Design

Honda’s Jazz is one of the cleverest superminis around. It’s a thoroughly modern design that’s innovative in its use of space, with remarkably good head and rear legroom, well specced, and fitted with frugal and characterful engines.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Displacement:	1198cc, SOHC, i-VTEC
Engine Type:	Petrol
Maximum Power:	89 Bhp @ 6200 rpm
Maximum Torque:	110 Nm @ 4800 rpm

It’s at its best in town where it’s both friendly and fun to drive. From the outside the brilliance of the Jazz is not immediately obvious. It has more than a hint of the MPV (Multi Purpose Vehicle) about it. Though the Honda Jazz is small, Honda’s enviable reputation for refinement and reliability shine through clearly.

Take a little look at the exterior of the Honda Jazz and you will see just some of the great styling and body features that saw the Honda Jazz win the Japan Car of the Year in 2001 and 2002 – with a few updated twists here and there.

The Exterior Design of Honda Jazz is stylish and embellish typical Honda design – sharp lines and central bonnet ridge. Sharp headlamps supplements the steeply raked windscreen but the front grille resembles the CR-V. Alloy wheels and ellipsoidal glass area decorates the Jazz side. Taillamp is the pure attraction as it blends with the rear.

Proton-Chery partnership

These about MPV

More news on the Proton-Chery partnership – Business Times reported today that Proton Holdings Bhd may produce an MPV and an SUV model together with Chery Automobiles Co Ltd, according to Chery distributor Alado’s executive chairman Tan Sri Cam Soh.

Previously Alado said it wanted to locally assemble the Chery Tiggo T11 SUV and the Chery V5 Crossover MPV here in Malaysia. So what Alado’s executives might have meant is Proton will assemble the Tiggo and V5 here in Malaysia for Chery, or Proton will come out with SUV and MPV models based on the Chery platforms. I think it’s more likely the former rather than the latter.

Renault Scenic compact MPV

Here's about Renault Scenic.

There are 28 derivatives in the range across five trim levels – Extreme, Expression, Dynamique, TomTom Edition and Privilege – priced between £13,595 to £22,295 – up to £2,060 less than current models, according to Renault.

The entry-level Extreme 110bhp 1.6-litre VVT is priced at £13,595, £2,045 cheaper than the Ford C-MAX Style 100bhp 1.6, says the French manufacturer.

Among the range are six low-CO2 eco² versions with CO2 emissions of 130g/km or less

Standard equipment on the Scenic range includes 4x15W radio CD MP3, air conditioning, ESP, front and rear curtain airbags and Tunepoint.

Moving up the range, Expression adds automatic parking brake, child minder mirror, electric rear windows, folding passenger seat and the all-new TFT dashboard.

The likely best-seller, Dynamique, adds 16” alloy wheels (17” on dCi 150 and dCi 160 versions), automatic lights and wipers, Bluetooth, cruise control, hands free keycard, leather steering wheel, multi-functional TunePoint and speed limiter.

The new Scenic boasts a new TomTom Edition trim level, which is based on Dynamique and offers Carminat TomTom for an additional £360.

Flagship Privilege trim provides dual-zone climate control, electric folding mirrors, part leather upholstery, rear parking sensors and sliding centre storage unit.

Pay options include 18" Alloy wheels, Arkamys audio system 6CD changer with Bluetooth, integrated Carminat TomTom, 3D full colour DVD satellite navigation, electric panoramic sunroof and bi-xenon headlights.

There will be eight engines available at launch – three petrol and five diesel – ranging from 86hp to 160hp.

Three new engines and transmissions include the 130bhp 1.4 TCe (Turbo Control Efficiency), 140bhp 2.0-litre VVT with CVT and 160bhp 2.0-litre dCi .

Perodua MPV D46T

Above about Perodua MPV D46T.

More and more news about another local MPV, specifically from Perodua reveiled. And now, the Perodua MPV D46T teaser is out. Below are some of the pictures. Seems that the figure getting clearer by day. Soon I believe that we can spot some of them on the road, doing the test drive.

Peugeot 5008 MPV

These are about Peugeot 5008 MPV.

Peugeot has revealed its 5008 MPV (2010) that will make its world debut at this year’s Frankfurt Motor Show and will be on the market during the autumn of 2009.

Peugeot 5008 MPV is designed to supply the need of compact people carriers. This compact five to seven seater people carrier offers a number of significant benefits that will enhance and strengthen Peugeot’s presence in the family car market. After the 308 SW and the recent 3008 crossover, the 5008, with a length of 4.53 m and a height of 1.64 m, is a natural extension to Peugeot’s current offerings in the M1 segment.

Peugeot will offer two petrol engines plus four diesel engines at the launch time. The two petrol engines consist of 120 bhp 1.6 litre VTi engine with 5-7.3 litres/100 km and 156 bhp 1.6 litre VTi with 5 -7.1 litres/100 km of fuel consumption. The four diesel engine start from 110 bhp 1.6 litre HDi engine with 5.4 litres/100 km to 163 bhp 2.0 litre HDi FAP engine with - 6.8 litres/100 km of fuel consumption.

The 2010 Peugeot 5008 MPV is equipped with enhancement on safety features, a high-tech multimedia and two satellite-navigation systems. More details in the press release below after the jump.

Press Release

With the 5008, Peugeot has created a new interpretation of the compact people carrier. This new model combines all the manufacturer’s key values but also builds further on the benefits expected by customers in this segment without any adverse effect on the vehicle’s road holding. The 5008 also introduces a range of cutting edge technologies to further enhance comfort, convenience and driving safety. As a result, the 5008 aims to set new benchmarks in the market for compact people carriers.

Peugeot expands its market coverage in the M1 segment

The 5008, after the 3008 crossover, is Peugeot’s second new product offering in the large M1 vehicle segment. This compact five to seven seater people carrier offers a number of significant benefits that will enhance and strengthen Peugeot’s presence in the family car market. After the 308 SW and the recent 3008 crossover, the 5008, with a length of 4.53 m and a height of 1.64 m, is a natural extension to Peugeot’s current offerings in the M1 segment.

An aerodynamic and elegantly styled people carrier

In terms of exterior style, the 5008 stands out with its balanced and particularly distinctive profile. Its aerodynamic styling (Cx of 0.29 and Scx of 0.77) is akin to that of the TGV high-speed train. It evokes fluidity and driveability of the very highest order.
The front of the car with its attractive profiled headlamps, steeply plunging bonnet which extends backwards towards the large front windscreen which is level with the front wheels, seems to be designed to penetrate through the air in the most efficient way.

The natural fluidity emanating from the 5008 is further enhanced by the chrome detailing decorating the front grille that gives the car an elegant and luxurious appeal. The design of the vehicle’s sides both pure and smooth, create an impression of movement, while the high waist line inspires safety.

The large glazed surface area seems to encircle the entire car without any interruption, a feature due in particular to the specific design of the large rear quarter panel windows which blend into the rear tailgate glass. This provides a bright and pleasant passenger compartment ambience for the benefit of all the occupants, not least the rear passengers who also receive the full benefit of the extra light provided by the large panoramic glass roof.

The vehicle’s profile reveals an elegant styling line which starts at the level of the rear door, becomes more accentuated on the wing and then passes around to the rear of the 5008. This feature adds a further touch of dynamism to the side profile and gives character to the design of the tailgate of the 5008.

The stylish design of the rear lights and their light-guide technology, give the car its visual signature. The impression created by the car’s rear aspect is one of purity, robustness and status. The design of the tailgate hints at easy access to the boot, an essential quality for a family car.

This new style is based on an original interpretation of a compact people carrier, where a dynamic exterior styling combines harmoniously with a large interior capacity.

A luxurious interior designed for driving pleasure

The driver’s seat of the 5008 is undeniably original and innovative in the world of the people carrier. The raised driving position typical of this segment gives the driver excellent visibility and a real feeling of safety.

The designers of the car have succeeded in enhancing the ergonomics of the driving position, thanks firstly to the quality of the seats, and secondly to the steep vertical angle of inclination of the steering wheel, identical to that of the 308 hatchback. The driving position therefore provides the driver with good control and comfort, while at the same time retaining a raised position and the sense of dominating the road.

Equipped with a number of avant-garde technologies such as a head-up display, and featuring high-quality, luxurious materials, the design of the driver’s seat supports the theme of innovative and driving pleasure present in every detail of the 5008.

Focused around the needs of the driver, the instrument panel is further extended by the design of the elegant centre console with its flowing design. The inclined front of the fascia panel is designed to be in harmony with that of the dynamic exterior profile, creating an impressive feeling of overall space.

The advanced ergonomics of the controls, all easily accessible, link the 5008 to the range of Peugeot’s range of current passenger vehicles.

A bright and very spacious interior

The area of the wide front windscreen (1.70 m2) is increased even further by the large panoramic glass roof (1.69 m2), one of the largest in the Peugeot range. As a result, passengers benefit from a bright interior and an exceptional panoramic view of the outside. Adding the side windows, the rear quarter panel windows and the rear windscreen, the glazed surface area totals 5.77 m2.

Spacious is certainly no understatement when it comes to describing the interior of the 5008. For example, elbow width is 1476 mm at the front and 1520 mm in the second row, with its three individual seats of equal width. In the third row, where two adult passengers can be seated, this value is 1341 mm.

Leg room is just as generous, as is headroom, which means that tall passengers can be accommodated without difficulty.

For passengers wishing to optimise their seating position, the three seats in the second row are equipped with two seat back tilting positions and can slide individually over a length of 130 mm. With regards to modularity, this makes it possible to increase the capacity of the rear load area or provide slightly more space for the third row occupants.

Renault Escape first going on sale

Here's about Renault.

Summer marks the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Renault Espace first going on sale. Sales of the groundbreaking vehicle, which started the MPV revolution back in the early Eighties and has had four distinct generations, have now reached almost 1.2 million since its launch in 1984, 80,000 of which are in the UK.

Originally conceived by Renault and its partner, Matra, the first Espace appeared in 1984 and was initially greeted with a combination of intrigue and scepticism - nothing like Espace had ever been seen before. Flying in the face of accepted wisdom, the Espace epitomised Renault’s desire to push the boundaries of conventional design and create a car which met the changing needs of a rapidly evolving society.

With each successive version, Renault brought additional enhancements in terms of safety, driving pleasure and travelling comfort, to the point where today’s latest model is more than a match for a ‘conventional’ executive car.

Espace’s roots can be traced back to late November 1979 when a prototype (P16) was trialled based on Renault's plans for a grand-touring saloon with a flexible interior and individual seats, meanwhile Matra had plans for a similar vehicle inspired by the mini-van market in America but with bench seats. Espace was conceived on 15th December 1982 when Matra and Renault joined forces on a second prototype codenamed P23. Renault took charge of product definition, interior and exterior design, powertrains, promotion and sales while Matra handled vehicle development and production.

Jacques Cheinisse, head of Renault's upmarket product range at the time, drew up the specifications that would define the key features of the Renault MPV concept: uncluttered flat floor for front-to-back mobility, five or seven independent seats (with two front swivelling seats), and bodywork made from composite material to keep vehicle weight low.

Facts about Nissan NV200

Above about Nissan NV200

The NV200 has shifting side doors as well as up to 4.1 cubic metres of bucket capacity. It is reduction than 4.4m long, though has a bucket brook over dual metres, as well as has a low building for easy loading. Its cargo is up to 771kg.

The NV200 is front-wheel-drive as well as will come with a 1.6-litre motor fuel engine (108bhp) or a 86bhp 1.5dCi Renault diesel, as well as a five-speed primer gearbox.

Equipment accessible in a Combi includes heating as well as movement for all 3 rows of seats, a rear-view parking camera, crater as well as bottle holders, electric windows, fortitude carry out as well as side airbags (front airbags have been standard).

MPV overturns. three killed

MPV overturn near Temerloh cause three were killed.

TEMERLOH, May 31 (Bernama) -- Three Indonesians were killed while 10 others were hurt, including seven with serious injuries, when a multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) they were travelling in skidded and overturned before it was hit by an oncoming car at Km128.1 of the East Coast Highway near Temerloh here today.

Temerloh police chief ACP Ahmad Fadzillah Mohamed said the MPV was from Kuala Lumpur and heading towards Kuantan when its driver was believed to have lost control of the wheel, causing the vehicle to skid at about 6.40pm.

He said the MPV driven by a local was ferrying 13 Indonesians.

The dead were identified as Fauzi Umur, 30, Samumur, 27, dan Saat Adim, 37. All three of them died at the scene.

The seven injured, all Indonesians, were sent to the Sultan Ahmad Shah Hospital in Temerloh .

Ahmad Fadzillah said the driver of the car involved in the accident escaped with only minor injuries.

He said all the Indonesians travelling in the MPV had valid documents and were said to be plantation workers on their way to a plantation in Terengganu.

The accident caused a 2km traffic jam.