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Lexus CT200h in Malaysia- Updates with the pictures from the launch!!

Yesterday Lexus Malaysia had launched the all new Lexus CT200h the first of its kind here in this region. This new breed of hybrid vehicles was recently launched back in the ‘wasabe’ land of the rising sun in January this year. Lexus has dubbed the CT200h as the world’s first hybrid luxury compact car with all the finesse like any other Lexus vehicles that was rolled out from its factory. Speaking of factory, the CT200h is built at Toyota’s factory in Kyushu Japan and I have been to this factory before even tough I just went there driving along its vicinity of the factory. The factory is very big with the large Toyota name and badge in the front facade of the factory and with its test track at the back of the factory quite high on an elevated terrain thus impossible to see what car is running on the test track.

Going back to the CT200h, Lexus Malaysia has introduced two variants namely the Standard version and also the Luxury version. Both car has the same exterior look with some minor difference that only if you are keen to spot the difference. The exterior design of the car like any other Lexus has been treated with its L-finesse design philosophy where Lexus express the perfect balance of precision and power. This perfection is further elevated with the use of twin LED low beams that was integrated with an arrowhead shape daytime running light (Luxury model) with the latter comes as a standard equipment for both model. As for the Standard version, the car equipped with halogen lamps with manual levelling with the higher refine model comes with automatic headlamp levelling. The car was design very sleekly with a low drag coefficient of 0.29 to maximize fuel efficiency and reduce the wind noise for a more serene drive, a signature of every Lexus vehicles. Both variants also feature a compact and aerodynamic door mirrors with integral LED turn signal indicator that features a two tone finish for a more visual minimization.

Mazda Motor Show 2011-2nd March to 6th March 2011!!!

Bermaz Motor Sdn. Bhd. will kick off its activity in the year 2011 with the launch of Mazda 3 CKD on 2nd of March 2011. The launch will take place at 1 Utama Highstreet New Wing with its Mazda Motor Show will kick off soon after it. This Motor Show will last till 6th of March 2011 and during the launch, Bermaz Motor will launch 2 variants of Mazda 3 CKD namely the hatchback form and also the sedan form.

Based on the initial information that I have received, the CKD model was assemble at Inokom car manufacturing plant in Kulim Kedah and this model will received a substantial upgrade in terms of equipment and there is a possibility of price reduction of the CKD Mazda 3 compared to the CBU version from Japan. Production of CKD was started in January 2011 and the first batch of CKD cars will be available at your nearest Mazda showroom soon.

For those who wish to opt for the Japan made car, can now lay your eyes to the all new Mazda 3 MPS with its powerful DISI 258bhp and a massive 380Nm of torque engine that will also be launch together with the CKD Mazda 3 on 2nd of March 2011. During this 5 days event, for any customer who purchase any Mazda model will receive a free 3 years service and maintenance, free 3 years road tax and also 3 years warranty on the car.

Besides that, you can also drive away with Mazda Bonanza vouchers worth up to RM100, 000 and also there will be exiting games and activities during the 5 days event where you can stand to win Mazda merchandise. Watch this space for more updates of the launch of Mazda 3 on 2nd of March 2011.

source: Bermaz Motor Sdn. Bhd.

Lexus Malaysia launched the world's first full hybrid luxury compact Lexus CT200h in Malaysia-Full Press Release

Lexus Malaysia announced today, the introduction of the Lexus CT 200h, the world’s first full hybrid luxury compact to the Malaysian luxury car enthusiasts.

Speaking at the launch event, En. Ismet Suki, President of UMW Toyota Motor Sdn Bhd said, “In Malaysia, since the brand launch in December 2006, Lexus has sold more than 1,100 units up until January this year. This is indeed an important achievement for the brand being young and new in this country. It also shows that Lexus vehicles have been well accepted by our Malaysian customers.“

“Although the Hybrid market in the country is still relatively small, we feel there is a big potential for future growth. We are confident that the interest and demand for Lexus hybrid models will develop further in the coming years as more Malaysians are aware about the hybrid technology. Our aim is to offer to our customers the world’s latest and most advanced hybrid vehicles,” he said.

He further added, “We believe this new model will appeal to young urban affluent who would like to own a luxury sporty vehicle that provides a fun yet radical driving experience and is environment-friendly. The Lexus CT 200h maintains the premium and luxury feel of a Lexus.”

The launch event was also attended by Tan Sri Asmat Kamaludin, Chairman, UMW Toyota Motor Sdn. Bhd., Mr. Takashi Hibi, Deputy Chairman, UMW Toyota Motor Sdn. Bhd., Dato’ Syed Hisham Syed Wazir, President and Group CEO UMW Holdings Berhad, and Mr. Yukiya Uchimura, Assistant Chief engineer, Lexus Development Center, Toyota Motor Corporation, Japan.

The Lexus CT 200h is a five-door hatchback that combines the vitality of agile driving with advanced environment performance, dynamic and sporty styling. The Lexus CT 200h is also equipped with the Drive Mode Select Switch that allow the driver to easily switch from relaxed to dynamic driving mode, experiencing different steering feels and gauging the driving mode as denoted by the colour change in the instrument panel and the lights within the cabin.

The new model offers smooth performance and class leading fuel efficiency which is best in the premium compact segment. The Lexus Hybrid Drive technology effectively reduces fuel consumption through the perfect fusion of the electric motor and the 1.8 litre Atkinson cycle petrol engine. It has a very high level of clean emissions in compliance with the world’s strictest EURO 5 standard.

The Lexus CT 200h luxury variant features the newly developed suspension supported by performance dampers to achieve agile handling and riding comfort.

“The introduction of Lexus CT 200h has come at the right time as it enjoys the tax incentives given by the government and making it priced very competitively,” said En. Ismet.

The all new Lexus CT 200h is priced at RM 168,000 while the Luxury variant, with more upgraded specifications is priced at RM 196,500 (on-the-road price, without insurance).

Since order taking started in January 2011, Lexus Malaysia has received encouraging response from customers. As of 24th February, more than 200 orders for the all new Lexus CT200h was collected.

“We expect to have more than 800 units on the Malaysian roads by the end of this year,” concluded En. Ismet.

In view of the positive response and confidence from the customers on Lexus vehicles, Lexus Malaysia have expanded their Lexus network to Johor Bahru, Johor. The new Lexus showroom is located in Taman Sri Tebrau and has started its operation since end of last month. Customers are able to service their Lexus vehicles at the service center which is located at Kawasan Perindustrian Plentong, Masai. By the end of this year, Lexus Malaysia will be opening another Lexus showroom in the Klang Valley.

Source: Lexus Malaysia Press Release

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The full details about this all new Lexus CT200h including its specification and equipment list together with the launch pictures will be up in this blog soon. Meanwhile, enjoy the 3 pictures that I have taken during the launch. Stay tune!!

Lexus CT200h launched in Malaysia!!!

I just came back from Lexus at Mutiara Damansara for the launch of Lexus CT 200H. Lexus Malaysia has brought in two models of CT 200H variant here with the cheapest model the CT 200H standard version price at RM 168,000 without insurance and the luxury version which was price at RM196,500 without insurance.Stay tune for more updates soon.

New video footage of Ferrari FF!!

Ferrari has just release another new video footage of the all new Ferrari FF showing its full glory running through various kinds of drive terrain showing its true potential of this car. Enjoy the video as I do.

p/s Pump up the volume and hear the melodious sound of that V12 engine.

source: Ferrari.com

Spyker cars to be sold to focus on Saab!!!

Luxury car maker Spyker Cars today informed that it is on the verge of negotiating to sell its sports car business to a company controlled by Russian billionaire Vladimir Antonov through its company CPP Global Holdings which were based in the UK.

The results of this sale could raise 32 million Euros where this will cuts Spykers debts to 25 million Euros from 92 million Euros previously and with this deal, Antonov’s CPP Global Holdings would purchase the entire assets related to Spyker business including its trademarks and other intellectual property rights. According to Spyker CEO Victor Muller, this sales agreement would allow the Spyker brand to expends its business without any restriction in terms of capital structure

As you may know from last year headline that Spyker bought Saab from General Motors and this move made by Muller will allow him to solely focus on Saab business where he is bullish that this year sale from the Saab brand would reach 80,000 units and this will be further increase to 120,000 units in 2012. In 2010, Saab has sold 31,696 cars meeting its forecast of 30,000 to 35,000 vehicles sold.

With this move, Victor Muller will remain as Spyker CEO until a successor is appointed to replace him in the company.

Toyota to recalls 2.17 million vehicles in the United States due to unintended acceleration!!!

Yet another safety recall for Toyota and Lexus vehicles, but it’s only happens in the United States due to a problem of accelerator pedals that may get trapped in floor mats or carpeting. So far there are no official words from UMW Toyota Malaysia whether this problem will effects to Malaysia bound cars.

A total of 2.17 million Toyota and Lexus in the States were needed to be inspected and repair the accelerator pedals where more than half of the recalled vehicles or 1.54 million are being added from the massive recalls lists that happens in 2009 which also due to the same problem.

This latest recalls were announce exactly a year after Toyota President Akio Toyoda stands before the States congress to testified whether Toyota has recalled enough vehicles following reports of unintended acceleration.

The vehicles that will be involve in the latest recalls will be the 2006 and early 2007 Lexus GS 300 and GS350 all wheel drive sedan that needs to be modified the shape of the plastic pad embedded in the driver’s side floor carpet where if the floor carpet around the accelerator pedal is not properly replaced after service, there is a possibility that the plastic pad embedded into the floor carpet may interfere with operation of accelerator pedal. A total of 20,000 units of this Lexus GS model will be subjected to this recalls.

Besides that GS model, Toyota also will be recalling 372,000 of 2004 to early 2007 Lexus RX 330, RX 350 and RX 400h and 397,000 Toyota Highlander and Highlander HV vehicles that were sold from 2004 to 2006 model to replace the driver’s side floor carpet cover and its two retention clips. For this model, Toyota explained that if the forward retention clip used to secure the floor carpet cover located in front of the centre console is not installed properly, the cover may lean forward towards the accelerator pedal and interfere the operation of the accelerator pedal arm.

The next model that will join this massive recall is Toyota 4Runner SUV with a total of 603,000 of year 2003 to model year 2009, 17,000 units of Lexus LX 570 SUV’s sold from 2008 through 2011 model years and 761,000 Toyota RAV4 vehicles sold from 2006 to 2010 model years. These models involved were also recalled due to possible floor mat entrapment of the accelerator pedal.

Vehicles owners that will be involved in this recall will be notified by the Toyota and Lexus dealers soon and Toyota will perform the recalls at no charge.

source: Automotive News

New Forte Koup and Forte Sedan 6-Speed will be launched on March 6- Full Press Release!!!

Naza Kia Malaysia, the official distributor of Kia Motors vehicles in Malaysia, will kick off its activities for 2011 with the launch of the highly-anticipated Forte Koup and the Forte 6-Speed sedan.

The two models will be launched on March 3. The Forte Koup is Kia’s first-ever two door coupe and embodies the brand’s current design-led transformation and raises the bar in its segment with impressive style and a blend of comfort, technology, performance and safety features.

At the same time, Naza Kia Malaysia will introduce the Forte 6-Speed which is set to increase the popularity of the multiple award winning sedan. The new and enhanced Forte 6-Speed now comes with a host of premium features such as a new six-speed automatic transmission, Bluetooth connectivity for cellular phones and a rear-view camera.

“Both the Forte Koup and Forte 6-Speed will further enhance the Kia brand in the market. The new Forte Koup showcases performance-inspired, aggressive and smooth styling and we believe it will be a hit in the market.

“As for the Forte 6-Speed, a great car just got better. It now features a range of premium features that will make it even more competitive in its segment. To-date, we have sold 5,781 units of the Forte since its launch in November 2009 and we are confident sales will increase following the launch of the Forte 6-Speed,” said Datuk Hafiz Syed Abu Bakar, chief operating officer of Naza Kia Malaysia.

The Forte Koup’s fluid lines and balanced proportions offer a refined and athletic stance with swept-back wrap-around headlamps, aggressive air intakes and a low, sleek profile while its muscular stance is accentuated with slim wrapped tail lamps, dual exhaust outlets and a rear diffuser.

The all new Forte Koup is equipped with a four-cylinder 2-litre engine that produces 156 hp and 194 Nm of torque and features continuous variable valve timing (CVVT) and multi-port electronic fuel injection to allow greater performance and fuel economy.

The power of this remarkable engine is further complemented by an automatic six-speed transmission which can be manually controlled through the Shiftronic function on the gearbox or paddle shifters mounted on the steering wheel.

Handling in the Forte Koup is responsive and smooth due to its high torsional stiffness while high-speed stability in comparison to the Forte sedan has been enhanced by lowering the ride height and widening the wheel track.

Inside, the Forte Koup offers plush leather seats and a host of premium features such as automatic air-conditioning, a retractable sun-roof, Bluetooth connectivity with cellular phones, push-start ignition and a six-CD changer with iPod connectivity.

Meanwhile, the Forte 6-Speed is an enhancement to the model launched in November 2009. It now features several new premium features that are set to further strengthen the award-winning sedan’s position in the market.

The enhanced Forte is now mated to a six-speed automatic transmission with Shiftronic functionality as well as steering mounted paddle shifters.

Other key features of the Forte 6-Speed includes LED turn signals on the side mirrors, which are now electronically foldable, a new stylish grille design, a rear view camera and Bluetooth functionality for cellular phones which can be operated from the steering column.

The Forte 6-Speed will be available in three trims – 1.6EX and SX and a 2.0SX.

The new features such as the six-speed transmission, integrated LED turn signals on the electrically foldable side mirrors, new grille design will be available on the 1.6EX and SX variants as well as the 2.0SX.

The steering-mounted paddle shifters, rear view camera and Bluetooth functionality will only be available in the 1.6SX and 2.0SX variants.

source: Naza Kia Press Release

Red Bull Racing explained how to make an F1 car!!

The F1 season will raise its curtain soon, with the latest news that the season opener will be the Melbourne GP instead of Bahrain GP due to escalating political unrest in the Middle East. The boys of Red Bull Racing has prepared a very nice old time style video explaining the process involved in building the all new Red Bull 2011 challenger the RB 7. Enjoy this piece of video that also shows how big the wind tunnel used by Red Bull Racing to simulate and test its aerodynamics.

2011 Geneva International Motor Show: Volkswagen presents the new Tiguan - Full Press Release

On March 1st, Volkswagen will be presenting the new Tiguan in a world debut at the 81st Geneva International Motor Show. Global demand for this Volkswagen has long been very high with 572,000 units delivered worldwide. The small brother of the Touareg is now poised to continue this success with a new look and further advanced technologies.

The Tiguan is still the only SUV in its class that can be ordered in two different versions: one for on-road use and one specially tuned for off-road driving – including the two top trim level models "Track & Style" and "Sport & Style". New assistance systems such as fatigue detection, the camera-based main beam control systems Light Assist and Dynamic Light Assist, as well as the lane-keeping system Lane Assist will now expand the range of available options. Also new in the Tiguan: the XDS electronic differential lock. In Europe, the perfected all-round vehicle will launch on the market in August. In Germany, it can already be purchased starting at an entry-level price of 24,175 euros.

This Volkswagen SUV has become a global success, on the one hand due to its technical properties, but also thanks to its striking and timeless design. Volkswagen has further developed its lines, in particular by front and rear restyling that reflects Volkswagen’s new design DNA. The new Tiguan can once again be delivered in two versions with different angle of approach values. While the classic variant was designed more for the challenges of urban driving with an angle of 18 degrees, the Tiguan with the larger 28 degree angle of approach will appeal to those drivers who like to use their SUVs on rough terrain as well.

Three of the seven engines offered in Europe – all of them charged four-cylinder direct-injection engines – are new to the Tiguan engine line-up. The four petrol engines (TSI) produce between 90 kW / 122 PS and 155 kW / 210 PS. The three diesel engines (TDI) span a power range from 81 kW / 110 PS to 125 kW / 170 PS. The 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox (DSG) is also available as an option in the new Tiguan. All Tiguans with BlueMotion Technology (BMT) also have a Stop/Start system. They reduce fuel consumption by up to 0.7 l/100 km in the new SUV. Clearly, this Volkswagen – available in either a front-wheel drive or naturally an all-wheel drive (4MOTION) version – is one of the most fuel-efficient SUVs in the world.

source: Volkswagen Press Release

Volkswagen World debut of new Golf Cabriolet before Geneva- Full Press Release

In its presentation of the new Golf Cabriolet at the 81st Geneva International Motor Show, Volkswagen is writing a new chapter of a global success story. The four-seater has an innovative soft top with an electro-hydraulic drive that opens the Golf’s top in just 9.5 seconds.

The new Volkswagen’s styling follows that of its hard-top three-door counterpart, but it shows a high level of independence with a new rear section, lower profile roof line and more swept-back angle of its front windscreen frame. The convertible’s image is especially dynamic when ordered with optional bi-xenon headlights. Always a standard feature: the LED rear lights like those of the GTI. Other standard safety features offering peace of mind are the automatically deploying roll-over bar, front airbags, side head/thorax airbags, knee airbag for the driver and ESP.

The new Golf is one of the quietest convertibles today. Its soothing quietness is attributable to the new soft top that was optimised in specific ways. It also has a standard hydraulic drive that opens the Golf’s top extremely quickly. The top can also be opened or closed during driving at speeds of up to 30 km/h.

Ideal for cruising with a convertible are the six turbocharged direct-injection engines whose power outputs range from 77 kW / 105 PS to 155 kW / 210 PS. Four of the petrol engines (TSI) and one diesel (TDI) are available with the DSG dual-clutch gearbox; while three of the engines are available with energy-saving BlueMotion Technology. Just how efficiently the new Golf Cabriolet handles fuel is illustrated by the 1.6 TDI with 105 PS and BlueMotion Technology: It only consumes 4.4 l/100 km (equivalent to 117 g/km CO2).

In Germany, advance sales begin tomorrow with prices starting at 23.625,- Euros. Essentially, all of the features offered in the classic, hard top Golf are also available in the new Golf Cabriolet. The only feature that will definitely not be offered is a sunroof …

source: Volkswagen Press Release

Nasim to increase export 207 to Thailand, Indonesia-March 2011!!

Nasim Sdn Bhd, the official distributor of the Peugeot brand in Malaysia, will be increasing exports of the new 207 to Thailand soon.

The company is currently ramping up production of the Malaysian-made 207 to Thailand and will begin exporting the popular sedan to Indonesia in March. Nasim began exporting the 207 to Thailand in November last year with an initial batch of 44 units.

SM Nasarudin SM Nasimuddin, CEO of Nasim announced the company’s latest export plans during a visit by His Excellency Mr Marc Barety, France’s Ambassador to Malaysia, to the Naza Automotive Manufacturing (NAM) plant in Gurun, Kedah.

Barety was accompanied by members of the French Embassy and the Malaysian French Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MFFCI).

“We are honoured that His Excellency Mr Marc Barety has taken an interest in the collaboration between Automobiles Peugeot and Nasim and he was particularly excited about the prospects of increasing the exports of Peugeot models produced in Gurun to the region.

“Besides Thailand and Indonesia, we will soon begin exporting the 207 to other markets in the region such as Brunei and Sri Lanka as well as right-hand drive markets in Africa. This in turn will further establish Malaysia as Peugeot’s hub for the region,” said SM Nasarudin.

During the visit, the ambassador was given a tour of the assembly of Peugeot vehicles such as the 207, 308, 407 and preparations for the production of a new C-segment model codenamed T73.

Nasim will produce 60,000 units of the T73 over a five-year period from 2012 to 2016 with some 60% to be exported to other right-hand drive countries in Asean as well as markets outside the region.

Meanwhile, SM Nasarudin said sales of the 207 at home have been commendable. In January, Nasim sold a total of 306 units of the 207 sedan, which is equipped with an array of premium features and Peugeot’s trademark driving dynamics.

Nasim was recently awarded by Peugeot for the Successful Industrialisation and Commercial Launch of the 207 at the Peugeot 2011 Convention for Worldwide Distributors in Valencia, Spain.

source: Nasim Sdn. Bhd.

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Readers of Auto Insider Malaysia, I'm back on the world wide web space, and this blog will have its updates as usual. Have all you readers in Malaysia watch the news at TV3 today that shows some of the delegates of Nasim Sdn Bhd are in Paris for test driving the new Peugeot 508. Well looks like my prediction might come true that Nasim may bring the Peugeot 508 at the end of this year as one of its 4 new models line up  for 2011. Sources at Nasim has hinted to me that the next model to be launch here in Malaysia will be the Peugeot RCZ which may find its way to the showroom in April 2011. That's the initial information that I can revealed. More to come. Stay tune!!!

Auto Insider Malaysia will be back soon, Stay tune!!!

If you have noticed, I have not updated this blog for quite a while, to tell you the truth it is not intentional but this is due to my health reason (I was down with fever) and recently my father was hospitalised due to several health reason factors. All my prayers are with him. Loyal readers to AIM, AIM will be back with the latest automotive news once all of the reason that I have stated above has finally resolved. Do stay tune for more updates soon!!! 

Picanto wins GP-4 class in the K4GP Sepang 24 Hours Endurance Race 2011

The Kia Picanto, driven by team Adi Haslam Motorsports, made history over the weekend when it won first place in the GP-4 category in the K4GP Sepang 24-Hours Endurance Race 2011.

The Picanto, which was sponsored by Naza Kia Malaysia Sdn Bhd, completed 378 laps to win the GP-4 class, which is for cars with automatic transmissions, at the endurance race.

In addition to winning its class, the Picanto also made history for being part of the first Malaysian team with disabled drivers to participate in the K4GP Sepang 24 Hours Endurance Race and as the first ever Korean car to enter the race.

“This victory represents the first time a Kia has won a motorsport event in Malaysia. We are also very pleased that this was the only participant from Malaysia with disabled racing drivers,” said Datuk Hafiz Syed Abu Bakar, COO of Naza Kia Malaysia.

For this year’s event, 45 teams with a total of 270 drivers participated. Adi Haslam Motorsports was led by wheel-chair bound Adi Haslam and his fellow disabled driver and former TV3 host, Ras Adiba Radzi.

Other members of the team were Keifli Osman, Halim Muazzam Ayob, Mohammad Zaid Shamsuri and Mohd Diazreen.

The Picanto driven by the team featured hand-operated throttle and brakes for the disabled drivers.

The K4GP race is held twice a year in Japan while the 24-hour endurance race in Sepang is held bi-annually. The 2011 edition of the 24-hour endurance race is the third time the race has been held in Sepang.

The K4GP endurance race is open to cars with an engine capacity of up to 1,300 cc. Each team has between two to eight drivers and is given 350-litres of fuel for their entire duration of the race.

The teams that complete the most number of laps after 24 hours are the winners of the race in their respective categories. There are five categories in total – Overall, Class GP-2, Class GP-3, Class GP-4 and Class GP-5.

There were six teams in total in the GP-4 class and only four teams, led by Adi Haslam Motorsports, finished the race.

source: Naza Kia Press Release

Peugeot 308 VTi full test drive report!!!

Peugeot has worked hard over the past few years together with its partners here in Malaysia under the stewardship of Nasim Sdn Bhd to bring a host of new Peugeot vehicles here in Malaysia. I still can reminisce my younger days where it is hard to spot a Peugeot model on Malaysian road but in the past few years, the Peugeot brand under the steering of Nasim Sdn. Bhd has seen a tremendous years of sales and also a acceptance of customers to the brand with the first model which is the Naza 206 Bistari started to roll of the Naza Automotive Manufacturing factory in Gurun Kedah.

Since that, streams of Peugeot models have entered the Malaysian market under the Nasim umbrella with almost major models in the stables of Peugeot brand is here in Malaysia. One of the models that have been widely accepted in Malaysia is the Peugeot 308. The Peugeot 308 has entered the Malaysian market since 2009 and there are two models available here namely the 308 VTi and the more aggressive and sportier model, the Peugeot 308 Turbo. Last weekend, Nasim Sdn. Bhd. has arranged a test drive for me to review the 308 and the ride for my weekend was the Peugeot 308 VTi. If you have not notice or maybe you have not heard, Nasim Sdn. Bhd has launched in July 2010, a face lifted 308 VTi that features a more refresh look and more kits on hand. The most noticeable different is the look of the front bumper especially the front grille design where Peugeot has decided to uniformly features the same front end look of the 308 VTi with the more aggressive sibling the 308 Turbo. I’m sure you will still wondering what has change to this new Peugeot 308 VTi. Shown below are the items that were features in this new 308VTi.

• Leather wrapped steering wheel

• Sporty black dails instrument panel

• Electric folding side mirrors

• New Interior fabric design

• Cruise control with speed limiter

• New multi function display

• New 16 inch “Santiaguito” alloy rims.

So this 308 has seen an upgrade, let see how does this car drives and what are the features that has lured the customers to buy this car.