RobMcSorleyonCARS: 2011

Tuesday 1 November 2011

2012 Peugeot 4008 REVEALED

Peugeot have revealed pictures of its new 4008 compact SUV. Based on the Mitsubishi ASX the 4008 will sit in the current line-up above the 3008. The 4008 is the second model to feature the companies bold new styling direction first seen on the 508. The front is dominated by the companies new corporate grill that sits between angular headlights with led daytime running lights.The rear has simple clear lines with distinctive rear light clusters. Interior images have not yet been released but it is expected to use the same basic architecture as its Mitsubishi cousin.

2012 Peugeot 208 REVEALED

Today the first Pictures of the upcoming Peugeot 208 have been released in both 3 and 5 door form. The 208 replaces the popular 207 and is the third model to feature the companies new styling direction first seen on the 508. At the front the 208 features angular headlights with daytime running leds and the companies new signature grill. The side of the 208 features deep creases leading from the wrap around rear light clusters and chrome details. The rear of the car follows on from the 207 with distinctive led light clusters and a centrally mounted fog light. Overall the 208 isn't any larger than its predecessor but promises to offer superior interior space and is likely to weight less. The interior of the 208 features a centrally mounted touch screen information system and unusual instrument binnacle mounted about the small steering wheel, quality appears to be far superior.

Monday 22 August 2011

2012 Mercedes B-Class FIRST PICTURE

Here we have the first leaked exterior image of the upcoming 202 Mercedes B-Class. The new car has similar dimensions to the current model but features a much lower front end with smoother lights, grill and bumper aiding aerodynamics. The side of the car looks similar to the current car but has interesting panel creases aimed at reducing the visual bulk of the car. The biggest departure has to be the interior which is much more stylish with SLS inspired air vents. More pics coming soon

Wednesday 10 August 2011

2012 Vauxhall Insignia FACELIFT RENDERING

Mid 2012 Vauxhalls largest model, the Insignia is due to receive a midlife facelift which will bring its front end styling in line with the recently unveiled Zafira Tourer by featuring the soon-to-be signature boomerang headlamps. This rengering clearly shows how the car could look, changes towards the rear will be minimal with minor changes to the rear light clusters and bumper.

Wednesday 3 August 2011

2012 Renault Scenic FACELIFT

Renault's highly successful Scenic and Grand Scenic are now nearing their mid-life refresh and are set to gain Renault's new corporate identity. This image could be an accurate representation of how the finish car could look. Its front end styling follows similae themes set by the recently revealed Twingo with a pronounced Renault badge and sporty lower air intakes. Revised cabin materials and rear end styling are also on the cards

Tuesday 2 August 2011

2012 Ford Fiesta CC | Theophilus Chin

There have been rumours floating around for a while now that Ford will create an open top CC version of the highly successful Fiesta, these images give us an idea of how that car could turn out. Currently Ford are lacking an alternative to the highly successful Peugeot 207CC.

2011 Fiat 500C FULL ROAD TEST

2012 Renault Twingo REVEALED

Yesterday Renault released first pictures of the facelifted Twingo which will go on sale in early 2012. Renault have completely restyled the front end of the Twingo which is the first model to feature the companies new more rounded design language characterised by large Renault badge and prominent foglights just below. Towards the rear of the car the rear lights have been reshaped and now feature additional units that sit on the rear tailgate.

Monday 25 July 2011

KIA REVIEWS COMING SOON

RobMcSorleyonCARS will be Road Testing Kia cars soon.

2012 Peugeot 208 Interior LEAK!

The validity of this image is yet to be confirmed but it appears to be a leaked image showing the interior of the upcoming Peugeot 208 which is set to replace the 207 in early 2012. The basic architecture is similar to the current car but mixes more upmarket themes from the recently launched 508 and features high tech features such as a class first electronic parking brake.

2013 Fiat 500+ Renderings

Since the launch of the current Fiat 500 in 2007 there has always been rumours of a more ractical 5 door 500 inspired by the 1956 Fiat Multipla. These renderings give us an insight into how the new car could look when it reaches showrooms in 2013. The design features a longer wheelbase despite being based on the same Panda platform, higher waistline and a front windscreen that has been pushed forward to create more cabin space. Practicality will be further boosted by the addition of two rear doors. If the final production version looks anything like these renderings, Fiat will have another top seller on its hands!

Sunday 17 July 2011

2012 Mercedes B-Class TEASERS

More teaser pictures of the upcoming B-Class have been released by Mercedes this week. The B-Class is said to be much more advanced than its predecessor featuring an all new platform, engines and suspension systems. Mercedes claims that the new platform is so advanced that it will remain in production for over 20 years, it also has the ability to house many different drive trains such as all-electric, hybrid and conventional diesel/petrol units. The rear suspension is similar in design to Ford's control blade system seen on the Focus which means that the B-Class will be good to drive.

Monday 11 July 2011

2013 Peugeot 508 RXH

Today Peugeot have released first pictures of the new 508 4WD SW named RXH. The new name suggests more exciting models as the RXH is the second model in the range not to use the famous "0" or "00" after the sporty RCZ coupe. This time "X" identifies 4wd and "H" Hybrid. The new 508 has rear wheels driven by two electric motors simular to the hybrid 3008. The question is, will we see a 308/301 RXH, and even a 208 RXH? Fingers crossed!!

Friday 8 July 2011

FIAT REVIEWS COMING SOON

RobMcSorleyonCARS will be Road Testing FIAT cars from August onwards.

Visit to Peugeot UK's new HQ (Coventry)

Yesterday I visited Peugeot UK's new head quarters in Coventry to meet with the Press Fleet Coordinator Craig. Having never been to Peugeot's old building I have to say the new one was very impressive.

More Peugeot reviews coming soon.

Wednesday 6 July 2011

2013 Ford Fiesta SUV SPIED

As these pictures show developement of Ford's Fiesta-based SUV is well underway. The currently unamed model is likely to resemble a scaled down Kuga with Fiesta cues and is based on a development of the current Fiesta chassis and is therefore unlikely to feature 4wd.

2012 Citroen DS5 CLOSER LOOK

The 2012 Citroen DS5 is the latest premium model to be launched in its range after the critically acclaimed DS3 (C3 based) and recently launched DS4 (C4 based). The DS5 is based on the same basic platform architecture as the current C5 and recently launched Peugeot 508. The DS5 is aimed at luxury car buyers that want something different from the average saloon. When the DS5 comes to the UK it will most likely be priced below its presitge competitors and its combination of typically quirky styling may work in its favour unlike past large Citroens. In these pictures we can finally see close up what the DS5 will look like.

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2012 Peugeot 208 LEAK!


The originality of the above image has yet to be proven but it appears to show the front profile of the 2012 Peugeot 208 and recent spyshots (see previous posts) confirm that the new car will have a similar front end design.