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Daily Times Nigeria Thursday, March 2, 2017
PAN to boost local market with 2017 models
Chukwuemeke Iwelunmo
Peugeot Automobile Nigeria (PAN) Limited, the Kadunabased auto giant is set to hit the Nigerian market with different models in spite of the harsh economic terrain. The company looks forward to beef up its models lineup, among which are the 301, which won Car of the Year last year, 508, 3008, 4008 and Partner Tepee. Coming in three trimsAccess, Active and Allure, the Peugeot 301 comes in two engine variants including 1.2 and 1.6 litre power plants. The 1.2 litre engine comes standard with manual transmission, while the 1.6 litre engine version is equipped with automatic transmission. Its 15 inch alloy rim, and reinforced suspension, it fits perfectly on the Nigerian roads and delivers unbeatable ground clearance. Other outstanding features of the car include rear parking sensor, touches of chrome, electronic windows and dual air bags, ABS, radio/MP3/CD player/USB Bluetooth etc. The 508
is probably one of the most powerful cars in its category, yet the engine capacity is 1.6 litres. It is fitted with a 1.6 litre turbo engine that delivers more power than most 3.0 litre engines. The turbo engine in the 508 delivers twice the power of a 1.6, making it more powerful than most cars in its segment. There is also Peugeot 3008, which was earlier launched as
Stallion rolls out made-in-Nigeria Hyundai Grand Xcent To meet up with high demand, Stallion Hyundai Motors Nigeria Limited has rolled out made-in-Nigeria B-segment Hyundai Grand Xcent family sedans to cater for growing demand for functional cars and cushion imminent scarcity due to last year ban on importation of used vehicles through the land borders. The 1.25Litre Kappa Dual VTVT capacity saloon car is a wholly indigenously assembled Hyundai vehicle, uniquely designed to mitigate eventual surge in demand for family sedans. Stallion Hyundai Motors Nigeria Limited Head of Sales and Marketing Jatin
Nadkarni who disclosed this in Lagos said: “We are particularly delighted to churn out substantial units of B-segment Xcent saloon cars to cater for the growing need of a highly important market segment in the wake of dearth of such vehicles because of the prohibition of used car imports through the land borders.” He described the Grand Xcent as a sturdy functional saloon car with the capability of a C-segment sedan, mated to a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission with an entirely new level of art suitable for every day commuting.
an MPV. It made its debut at the Paris motor show in October as a full blown Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV). By the first look, the car looks great with a raised ride height, long bonnet body cladding and roof bars. All these constitute that the car is more practical than before. The interior of Peugeot 3008 looks like a futuristic design with Peugeot’s latest i-Cockpit
design. The new cockpit is easily accessible by Driver as well as the passenger. There is an eight inch high-resolution screen compatible with both Android auto and Apple Car-Play. Peugeot has also the 4008. For many auto enthusiasts, especially, those with preference for Peugeot vehicles, the wait is over, as their demand for a Sports Utility
Vehicle (SUV), commonly known in Nigeria as Jeep, has been met by the renowned auto maker. The Peugeot 4008 is here to answer all the questions about off-road and offroad drives. The new Partner Tepee comes in two trim levels – Active and Outdoor. The entry-level trim equips the Partner Tapee with 15in steel wheel, front fog lights and LED day-run-
ning-lights outside, and inside there is air conditioning, Bluetooth, USB connectivity and cruise control inside. Upgrade to the Outdoor model and you’ll find the Partner Tepee adorned with 16in alloy wheels, dual-zone climate control, parking sensors, electrically folding mirrors, automatic wipers and lights, and Peugeot’s touchscreen infotainment system.
Weststar launches new E Class models in Nigeria The most intelligent business saloon Mercedes-Benz taking a big step into the future with the new EClass. Tenth-generation business saloon delivers stylish highlights with its distinct, emotive design and high-grade interior. New E-Class also marks the world premiere of numerous technical innovations. They enable comfortable, safe driving on a new level plus a new dimension in driver assistance – among other things. Complete with infotainment and control systems offering an all new experience. Likewise exem-
plary: a newly developed diesel engine coupled with lightweight design and record-breaking aerodynamics figures set the standards for efficiency in this segment, while
new, optionally available multi-chamber air suspension ensures outstanding ride comfort and driving dynamics. The sum total of its innovations, including the
Active Lane-change Assistant which allows the driver to steer into the selected lane as if by magic, make the E-Class the most intelligent saloon in the business class.
The new E-Class