Minis Today: Suzuki Alto 2009

Suzuki Alto 2009

Price starting from: £7000

On Sale: Now

Why so Great ? Price, low running costs

The Suzuki Alto is back 2009 this year with its new shape, this time it deserves to be taken more seriously than before.

Powered by a 1.0 liter petrol engine, which averages 62.7mpg and emits 103g/km of CO2, the budget four-seater aims to provide the best of both worlds, having been designed to look sporty but achieve high fuel economy.

The engine – which will be the lowest emitting petrol on sale until Toyota’s iQ arrives – is linked to a five-speed manual gearbox as standard, although a four-speed automatic will be available as an option. Suzuki Alto 2009.
Suzuki Alto 2009Suzuki has tried to ensure that the Alto’s ride and handling are progressive and the steering light. A turning circle of nine metres will add to its appeal for city car users.

Stability control, front, side and curtain airbags will all be available, as Suzuki seeks to lure buyers by selling a car packed with equipment at a competitive price. Over all, Suzuki Alto 2009 is a sporty looking and environmental friendly mini car that suits our need in these days.

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Today’s Supermini – Toyota iQ 2009

 Toyota iQ 2009

Price starting from: £9,495 – £10,495

On Sale: Now

Why so Great ? Fashionable styling, safet, low running costs

What price fashion? If you’re buying an iQ, Toyota’s supermini, the answer’s quite high -£9,495 for the base model makes it much more expensive than Toyota’s other city car, the Aygo. which starts from £7,000.

So what do you get for your money other than the eye-catching looks and a quirky seating arrangement that accommodates three adults in comfort and four at a push?

Chiefly, frugal running costs, courtesy of the Toyota iQ’s eager 67bhp 1.0 litre petrol engine, which averages 65.7mpg and emits 99g/km of CO2. It is available with a five-speed manual gearbox or an automatic unit. 2009 Toyota iQ

Toyota iQ 2009A 1.33 engine will join the line-up mid-year. It’s packed with safety kit, too, including anti-lock brakes, stability control and traction control. Nine airbags are fitted, including one behind the rear window.

As you can see, what can you expect from a styling, safety and low running cost 2009 Toyota iQ.

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Smallest equal Smart? — 2009 Smart Fortwo CDI Review

 2009 Smart Fortwo CDI

Price starting from: £9,000

On Sale: Now

Why so Great ? Low emissions – and all the cash savings associated with them

Say hello to the lowest-emitting mass-production car in the world, the Smart Fortwo CDI – and give thanks for last summer’s high fuel prices, which prompted its UK arrival. Although the current fuel price is back to the lowest times, sometimes in the future surely will be up again.

Originally only intended for sale in mainland Europ, the 2009 Smart Fortwo CDI was converted to right-hand drive when the rising price of oil sent city car sales soaring.

2009 Smart Fortwo CDIBuyers will have a choice of the coupe or cabrio version of the recently face-lifted car. Its 86mpg average means it can manage up to 670miles between fills. It’s not just your pocket that will be grateful, either, as it emits only 88g/km of carbon dioxide. The secret is its 799cc diesel unit, linked to a five-speed gearbox that can operate as a manual or automatic. The engine  also has a respectable 44bhp, so it should keep up with city traffic without too much problems. 2009 Smart Fortwo CDI Review.

That’s all for today’s Smart Fortwo 2009. For more info, please keep an eye on our latest posts.

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Always Our Favorite: Seat Ibiza 2009 Review

 Seat Ibiza 2009 Review

Price starting from: £10,000 (Cupra, est, £8000 (Ecomotive, est)

On Sale:April

Why so Great ? Choose between performance or economy

The new Seat Ibiza has been on sale for some time, but the range will be swelled by hot Cupra and frugal Ecomotive models this year.

The Cupra is based on the three-door Seat Ibiza Sports Coupe. It has a 177bhp 1.4litre petrol engine that is turbo- and supercharged, and linked to a seven-speed semi-auto gearbox with steering wheel-mounted shift paddles.

To complement its sporty performance, the Seat Ibiza 2009 also has 17-inch alloy wheel, a rear diffuse, sports sears and aluminum pedals.

Seat Ibiza 2009 ReviewThe Ecomotive sits at the other extreme of the scale, with tweaks bringing its carbon dioxide output down to 98kg/km, on a par with the lowest emitting mass-produced four-seaters. It will come in the three and five door versions, powered by a 79bhp 1.4 diesel. Seat Ibiza 2009.

This New Seat Ibiza looks good. More sculpted than the old Ibiza. We looking forward to have a test drive of this New Seat Ibiza. Besure to comment if you are interested :)
Next STAR Cars will be Smart Fortwo CDI. Make sure you come back in a while to check it out.

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VW Polo Review 2009 – STAR CARS 2009 Series 1 (City Cars and Superminis)

VW Polo 2009

Price starting from: £8000 (est)

On Sale: Winter

Why so Great ? Classy image, interior quality, residual value

The new Volkswagen Polo’s launch is so secret even company insiders are reduced to talking in whispers when releasing snippets of informations. While that doesn’s give us much to go on, it does hint at the level of expectation surrounding the car.

What we do know is that VW is tackling the Polo’s shortcomings head-on. VW Polo 2009. The current car may benefit from a wide engine range and cushy ride, but it is held back by an uninspiring drive, bland cabin and high price tags.

Although nobody is expecting prices to drop, you should get a lot more for your money. The new VW Polo will be based on the same underpinnings as Seat’s Ibiza, which handles and rides pretty well.

Styling is expected to follow along the same lines as the Golf Mk VI, which means an evolution of the familiar rather than something too radical.

VW Polo 2009 The engine range will get an overhaul, with VW’s cleaner, more powerful units being introduced, including the 1.4-litre TFSI petrol motor and the new 1.6 turbo-diesel.

A Bluemotion version of the car is rumored to be powered by 1.2 TDI, with emissions of just 89g/km of CO2. However, this is likely to follow a few months after the initial launch pushing it into 2010.

VW Polo 2009A 1.0 petrol could go on sale as part of VW’s eco-drive, although such a unit was originally thought to be reserved for the Up city car project, in the pipeline for 2011 or beyond. VW’s double-clutch DSG gearbox is also expected to be offered on some models, reducing emissions and fuel consumption further, and giving the car a sportier feel.

Here are our VW Polo 2009 Review – STAR CARS 2009 Series 1 (City Cars and Superminis) , again want to say anything? Just shout it out here. Next STAR Cars will be funky Nissan Cube 2009, welcome back to check it out in a short period.

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