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Model update
SsangYong has launched a new one-tonne truck
– the Musso. It features a newly-developed Euro 6 turbodiesel engine. Maximum power is 178bhp and torque is 295lb-ft, with maximum torque delivered from a low of 1,400rpm and maintained through a wide range up to 2,800rpm.
There are two models in the range. The SE includes a new-look front grille and dashboard, as well as silver inish 18in alloy wheels and hard wearing ‘leather look’ TPU seat upholstery. It is priced from £15,995 ex-VAT.
The EX with manual transmission is priced at £17,995 ex-VAT and the six-speed Aisin automatic £18,995 ex-VAT.
SsangYong Musso
Nissan has released full details of its new NV300, which replaces the old Primastar and goes on sale in the UK this month (November).
The NV300 is a reworked Renault Traic – and this van already makes an appearance as the Vauxhall Vivaro and Fiat Talento.
There will be four sizes – L1H1, L1H2, L2H1, L2H2, along with two sizes of six-seater crewvan (L1H1, L2H1) plus a loor cab L2H1 version. Four engine options are offered. All use Nissan’s tried- and-trusted 1.6-litre dCi diesel engine – best known from the Qashqai and X-Trail crossovers – with power outputs of 95bhp, 120bhp, 125bhp and 145bhp.
Nissan NV300
Volkswagen has extended the range of its Transporter with the addition of a Sportline kombi model, complete with snazzy exterior extras and a stonking 180bhp diesel powerplant.
The Sportline has embossed leather interior trim, climatic air-conditioning, heated windscreen and a ‘Discover Media’ touchscreen navigation system. In addition, the irst raft of models also feature front parking sensors, LED headlights and tail lights, USB input and App Connect – a system that allows owners to connect their smartphones to the infotainment system.
The irst models weigh in at £36,295.
Volkswagen Transporter Sportline Kombi
Renault has introduced Ready4Work racking systems for the Kangoo. As with the oficial Ready4Work racking systems available for the Renault Traic and Master, the Kangoo versions are installed into a customer’s van before delivery.
There are two versions available. Kit 1 is designed to provide engineering tradesmen with an economical racking solution that offers storage for tools, parts and accessories together with the option to add additional features, while Kit 2 is designed to suit the more specialised tradesmen who require an enhanced racking solution for the storage of tools and service equipment.
Renault Kangoo
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