Subaru Australia had hoped to launch its first turbo-diesel engine in the all-new, third-generation Forester in early 2008. But due to capacity constraints, the 110kW/350Nm 2.0-litre boxer four-cylinder powerplant has been delayed and a local release pushed out t to 2010. Full Story
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Thursday, September 18, 2008
Subaru Forester diesel
Subaru vs Jeep Wrangler
We are still trying to remove the sand from our camping gear. Click on the link and find out which is the better sand vehicle: Subaru Outback AWD or Jeep Wrangler 4x4.full story: Subaru Outback vs. Jeep Wrangler
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Fiat 500 Lounge 1.4 Three - Dor Hatch
EUROPEAN car of the year winners don’t come more evocative than the Nuova Cinquecento. Visually, Fiat’s reborn 500 is stunningly faithful to the original, which is an amazing feat in itself considering how much larger, safer and more accommodating the modern version had to be. Plus, while the Fiat feels more akin to the BMW Mini than the VW New Beetle for quality and detail, the Italians have priced the base models considerably below either of these, thus allowing more people access to such a charming little car. But, as the top-of-the-line Lounge 1.4 reveals, it isn’t all Marcello Mastroianni and gelati on a hot summer’s night by the Trevi Fountain, with a few significant flaws undermining what is still unquestionably a worthy addition to our roads. > Full Story
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Skoda crosses over with Octavia Scout
SKODA has introduced a car-based SUV to boost its fledgling Australian operation, with the Octavia Scout 4x4 crossover wagon now available alongside the Roomster and the regular Octavia range in Skoda dealerships. Only one version of the Scout is available, priced at $39,990. This car is a diesel with a six-speed manual transmission and the lack of an automatic transmission is bound to limit its appeal in Australia.> Full Story
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