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Following the success of its BlueTEC name brand, Mercedes-Benz has launched the E300 BlueTEC at the Geneva Motor Show.
Based on the E-Class, the E300 BlueTEC is one of Europe’s only diesel hybrid configurations. Powered by a 2.2-litre four-cylinder diesel engine, the E300 BlueTEC consumes just 4.1L/100km and sends torque through a seven-speed automatic transmission.
The 15kW [...]

BMW’s X5 is set for a refresh in a few months, and will be launching in Europe in the second quarter of this year, with Australia following in June. Along with a host of mid-life upgrades, BMW has announced its M Sports package which consists of interior, exterior and chassis upgrades to personalise your X5.
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If you thought the standard Infiniti FX SUV looked like a shiny version of Jabba the Hut, then you’ll probably agree the new FX Limited Edition looks like he’s been crammed into an Imperial Stormtrooper uniform.
Nerdy Star Wars moment over.
Japanese luxury brand Infiniti (to Nissan as Lexus is to Toyota) is not well known for [...]

Renault has unveiled the newest version of its Master van before its European launch in April.
Renault says the Master’s assertive styling – with its tall headlights and large, imposing grille – previews the new design trend for Renault vans.
Manufactured at Renault’s SOVAB plant in Batilly, France, the range has now expanded to offer:
A fourth length [...]

Vauxhall has revealed its most environmentally friendly Astra yet with the unveiling of the ecoFLEX range in Europe.
Powered by a 70kW 1.3-litre CDTi diesel engine (borrowed from the new Vauxhall Corsa), the ecoFLEX hatch sips just 4.2 litres/100km and emits CO2 at a rate of 109g/km – 12 percent better than the current best-in-range 1.7-litre [...]