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McLaren 570S Coupe - 2016

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McLaren 570S Coupe The McLaren 570S Coupé is the first - and highest powered - model launched in the recently announced Sports Series. Following its global debut at the 2015 New York International Auto Show, the new model range marks the entry of McLaren into the luxury sports car market, introducing race-derived technologies and supercar performance in a package which is very much a pure McLaren. Lightweight construction, including the use of a carbon fibre chassis, recognisable design values and a comprehensive specification list ensures a class-leading offering, and as uncompromised as is expected from a McLaren. With pricing starting at £143,250, the McLaren 570S Coupé is available to order with deliveries depending on market starting before the end of 2015 - the 540C Coupé, which retails from £126,000, follows in Q2 2016. The latest addition to the range completes the three tier model strategy for McLaren alongside the Super Series and Ultimate Series. The Sports Series is the mos

Vauxhall Viva (2015)

Vauxhall Viva

Viva joins Vauxhall's growing small-car family, which already includes Adam and Corsa, but is clearly defined from these models by its value, functionality, range and dimensions.
Viva will appeal to customers looking for value for money, but who are not prepared to compromise on quality. And unlike many of its rivals, Viva can accommodate up to five people and has the convenience of five doors.
With a 90:10 retail/fleet split, sales are predicted to be heavily weighted towards private buyers. With this in mind, Viva will be available on highly-competitive personal contract purchase (PCP) plans for retail customers.
Competing in the A-segment, Viva's rivals include the Hyundai i10, Volkswagen Up, Toyota Aygo, Peugeot 108 and Citroen C1.
"Short, crisp and full of character, Vauxhall's new entry-level model is a proper small car and will hold great appeal in this rapidly growing sector," said Tim Tozer, Vauxhall's Chairman and Managing Director.
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With a name that pays homage to Vauxhall's original Viva made from 1963 to 1979, the all-new Viva shares the original's philosophy of clean lines, durability and practicality. It is designed for modern, everyday life and at 3.68 metres long is practical and spacious providing more than enough room for up to five people.
Viva is the latest model in the range to display Vauxhall's sculptured, precise design philosophy. Three strong feature lines swoop down the sides with the signature 'blade', seen previously on Insignia and GTC amongst others, slicing through the doors. The two others run through the front and rear door handles. The Viva's front end features a distinctive winged chrome bar that presents the Griffin badge.

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