Citroen adds spice to it baby range

• Revised Citroën C1 range available now
• New trim levels & addition of Efficient Tronic Gearbox (ETG)
• More equipment specified as standard

Citroën’s popular C1 line-up has been updated to offer additional standard equipment and a revised range consisting of three trim levels - VT and new trim levels: Edition & Platinum.

Available from £10,345, the range-topping C1 Platinum replaces the VTR+ trim level and features a new standard specification ‘Look Pack’, which includes a Carlinite Grey roof with colour-matched rear spoiler and door mirrors. The new Platinum trim comes with the option of two body colours to contrast with the Carlinite Grey roof and exterior trim; Agrume Red and Lipizzan White. There is a third body colour option of Carlinite Grey to match the roof. Additional features fitted as standard on the new C1 Platinum include Citroën’s Connecting Box (Bluetooth® with USB socket), dark tinted rear windows, shiny black interior details and front fog lights.

Replacing VTR models, the C1 Edition is available from £9,670 with a range of new equipment as standard including 14-inch ‘Rift’ alloy wheels and a leather trimmed steering wheel with matching gear knob.

Priced at just £8,095, the entry-level C1 VT continues to focus on the well-being of its passengers and maintains the same equipment and pricing as before.

VT and Edition models are offered in a choice of six colours including a range of metallic shades.

Engine availability remains unchanged with all models powered by an efficient and economical 1.0i 68hp 3-cylinder petrol. The EGS gearbox that was previously available has been replaced with a new Efficient Tronic Gearbox (ETG) in the 5-doorPlatinum version.

PRICES & TRIMS

Citroën’s C1 is generously specified across all three versions, including:

VT

• ABS with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
• Emergency Braking Assistance (EBA)
• Cornering Stability Control (CSC)
• Electronic Stability Control (ESP)
• Driver’s & front passenger’s airbags
• Front lateral & curtain airbags
• Variable power assisted steering
• RDS stereo radio/CD player
• Auxiliary socket for MP3 player
• Rear 50/50 split/folding seats
• Rear Isofix child seat anchorage points
• Height-adjustable steering wheel
• 14” ‘Notus’ wheel covers (set of four)

EDITION adds:

• Daytime-running LEDs
• 14” ‘Rift’ alloy wheels (set of four)
• Air conditioning
• Rev counter
• Leather trimmed steering wheel & gear knob
• Front electric windows
• Body colour door mirrors & door handles
• High-frequency remote control central locking
• Rear head restraints
• Black grille with chrome finish surround

PLATINUM adds:

• Platinum ‘Look Pack’ (Carlinite Grey roof, Carlinite Grey rear spoiler, Carlinite Grey door mirrors, black side rubbing strips)
• Connecting Box (Bluetooth® system with USB socket)
• Front fog lights
• Dark tinted rear windows
• Shiny black interior details

AUTO EXPRESS drives the C-X17 with a video review.

We've had the chance to drive the Jaguar C-X17 4x4 concept in this video review

We’ve waited for a long time to see a Jaguar 4x4, and finally the Jaguar C-X17 concept was revealed at the Frankfurt Motor Show earlier this year. The blue paintwork of the show car is gone with this version getting silver paint. Jaguar has kindly let us drive it, too – though not for very long.

The most we can really hope to learn from this drive, though, it what the car will look like. In this intense Dubai sun it looks like almost every Jaguar in the range, with the XJ-inspired grille and F-Type-style rear lights meaning it looks fantastic.

It’s likely to stay this way, too. Julian Thomson, Advanced Design Director, told us: “we’re not in the business of letting customers down, we can’t show this concept and then come out with something that looks nothing like it.”

The interior reveals the purpose of this car: you sit low down in the car, which makes it feel much more sporty that something like a Range Rover. You feel quite cocooned in, with the sleek concept styling meaning the interior is very futuristic, too.

The 3.0-litre supercharged V6 engine booms away in the car – it’s the same engine used in the Jaguar F-Type. In this concept car it’s not insulated – so the roar of the engine is always there. The steering is very basic, and the ride is harsh too – but that can be forgiven for a concept car that won’t be driven by customers.

There’s not much we can get out of this drive in terms of handling or performance, but we have learned that this is being launched as the most dynamic, the most efficient and the best-looking” car in the large SUV class.

We wouldn’t bet against the success of the Jaguar C-X17 – or even Jaguar as a company in the future.

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Nissan announces 2014 Pathfinder prices and spec.

Nissan today announced updated U.S. pricing for the 2014 Nissan Pathfinder SUV, which is on sale now at U.S. Nissan dealers nationwide. The latest iteration of Nissan's popular family adventure-ready SUV, introduced as a 2013 model, has re-energized Pathfinder sales with its unprecedented level of premium style, comfort, fuel economy and thoughtful technology.

To continue the momentum, Pathfinder receives a number of significant changes for 2014, starting with the addition of a new Pathfinder Hybrid model, which goes on sale in fall 2013.

In addition to the new Pathfinder Hybrid, enhancements for all 2014 Pathfinder models include a new SL Tech Package featuring Bose® 13-speaker Premium Audio System, Nissan Navigation System, Voice Recognition, XM NavTraffic and NavWeather capability (SiriusXM subscription required, sold separately), Zagat Survey® Restaurant Guide, Bluetooth® Streaming Audio and 8-inch color touch-screen monitor.

The non-hybrid Pathfinder is available now in four models: S, SV, SL and Platinum, each offered in 4WD and 2WD.

Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) for the 2014 Nissan Pathfinder 3.5-liter V6 include:

Pathfinder S 2WD           $28,850 USD
Pathfinder SV 2WD           $32,110 USD
Pathfinder SL 2WD           $35,050 USD
Pathfinder Platinum 2WD   $39,750 USD
Pathfinder S 4WD           $30,450 USD
Pathfinder SV 4WD           $33,710 USD
Pathfinder SL 4WD           $36,650 USD
Pathfinder Platinum 4WD   $41,350 USD

Destination and Handling $860.

The 2014 Pathfinder is also available with four option packages: SL Tech Package, SL Premium Package, Platinum Premium Package and Trailer Tow Package.

About the 2014 Nissan Pathfinder
The 2014 Pathfinder provides confidence in tough weather conditions with Intuitive 4WD and a class-exclusive** dial with selectable 2WD, Auto or 4WD Lock modes. It also offers 5,000 pounds of standard towing capacity, the most standard towing in its class** and best-in-class mpg*** of 26 mpg highway / 20 mpg city and 22 mpg combined for the 2WD model and 25 mpg highway / 19 mpg city and 21 mpg combined for the 4WD model.

Pathfinder also offers comfortable seating for seven passengers and best-in-class roominess. Pathfinder's innovative EZ Flex™ Seating System with LATCH AND GLIDE™, an industry first 2nd row tip-up seat, allows easy 3rd row access with a child safety seat still installed (passenger side only).

The 2014 Pathfinder's attractive interior design includes comfortable seating for seven and premium seating materials. The Nissan Advanced Drive-Assist™ Display, located in the center of the instrument display between the tachometer and speedometer, features a 4.0-inch color display and utilizes natural-looking 3D-effect graphics. An available 8.0-inch touch-screen monitor, mounted in the middle of the instrument panel, provides intuitive interaction and control of the Nissan Navigation System, along with a variety of driver-selectable vehicle systems and settings.

A range of available features is also offered, starting with the class-exclusive Around View® Monitor**** and two rows of leather-appointed seating. Also available are Heated and Cooled front seats, heated rear seats, heated steering wheel, programmable Nissan Intelligent Key®, Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System, 13-speaker Bose® Premium Audio system, SiriusXM Satellite Radio (SiriusXM subscription required, sold separately), Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control, RearView Monitor and Remote Engine Start, Tri-Zone Entertainment System, Dual Panorama Moonroof and Easy Fill Tire Alert.