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MONTHLY KSH 350<br />
JUNE <strong>2014</strong><br />
ALL YOUR MOTORING NEEDS<br />
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Issue No. 210 Volume 22<br />
TINTED<br />
Benefits of<br />
CAR WINDOWS Page 38
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From the Publisher<br />
Benefits of tinted<br />
car windows<br />
<strong>Motor</strong>ists always enjoy a bit of<br />
the sun, until it gets to midday!<br />
No matter what colour<br />
your car is, the hot sun, especially<br />
quickly turn the car into a baking<br />
oven. The situation is then aggravated<br />
by the slow traffic, caused by the usual<br />
snarl up of cars during peak hours- in<br />
Nairobi, all hours are peak!<br />
When fitted, the A/C is not fast or<br />
adequate enough to avoid the sauna<br />
that awaits you inside. The most<br />
plausible solution is to tint your car<br />
windows. Tinting car windows keep<br />
the car up to 75% cooler! And when<br />
your car stays cooler, your A/C doesn’t<br />
have to work as hard, putting less wear<br />
and tear on its components and saving<br />
you money on fuel. In addition to<br />
blocking a significant amount of heat,<br />
and even UV rays, there are other<br />
distinct advantages to tinting your<br />
car’s windows.<br />
It’s not only the heat that is blocked by<br />
the tint. Window tint can block up to<br />
99.9% of UVA and UVB rays, saving<br />
your skin from these harmful rays.<br />
These rays can also make the leather<br />
and other fabrics in your car to fade,<br />
so tinting can help keep the interior of<br />
your car looking new for longer.<br />
Tint also makes your car safer. The<br />
film that is applied to the windows<br />
can help to keep the glass together in<br />
an accident, preventing shards from<br />
spreading both inside and outside<br />
the car during accidental impact,<br />
according to Cancare Uniglass Plus<br />
website that this articles quotes<br />
extensively.<br />
Lastly, car window tinting also<br />
protects from car theft. Security tint<br />
makes car windows more durable,<br />
and, since broken glass is held<br />
together, even a thief that succeeds in<br />
breaking a window is still faced with a<br />
solid panel of glass and film.<br />
So, do not listen to them. Install<br />
window tinting to your car today to<br />
keep the car looking cool, feeling cool,<br />
and you, staying safe.<br />
Dr. Hanningtone Gaya PhD EBS<br />
Publisher/CEO<br />
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Contents<br />
<strong>June</strong> <strong>2014</strong>. Volume 22, Issue 210<br />
6 Headlight<br />
Defensive Driving<br />
30 DIY<br />
<strong>June</strong><strong>2014</strong><br />
8 16<br />
Process on using the car Jack<br />
8 Review<br />
All-New Nissan Murano – Greatly enhanced<br />
and elegantly designed<br />
12 New Entrant<br />
<strong>2014</strong> Hyundai ix35 – Tweaked looks,<br />
enhanced performance<br />
14 Concept<br />
Mazda Hazumi – KODO goes compact<br />
16 Launch<br />
The all-new Toyota Corolla –A unique visual<br />
signature<br />
14<br />
32 Service<br />
Detecting the source of odour in the car<br />
36 Driving Tips<br />
How to handle road rage<br />
38 Décor<br />
The advantages to tinting car windows<br />
28 Car Loan<br />
Car Loan FAQs<br />
18<br />
18 SUV-Compact Crossover<br />
All-New Peugeot 3008 – Perfectly blends<br />
practicality and versatility<br />
20 Reader’s Choice<br />
<strong>2014</strong> Chevrolet Cruze – tweaked looks, great<br />
performance<br />
28<br />
24<br />
22 Product<br />
Auto Insurance<br />
UAP <strong>Motor</strong>Sure<br />
44<br />
34<br />
44 Safe Driving<br />
Driving in the fog<br />
64<br />
24 Editor’s Choice<br />
Audi Q3 - Sporty, efficient and versatile<br />
46 Used Car Review<br />
2007 Volkswagen Passat – More value and<br />
practicality for less<br />
26<br />
26 Saloon Review<br />
All-New Hyundai Sonata<br />
– Refined and eye-catching<br />
36<br />
48 Head 2 Head<br />
<strong>2014</strong> Mercedes E-Class vs. <strong>2014</strong> BMW 5-Series<br />
28 Wish List<br />
Porsche Cayenne S Diesel<br />
- Efficiently performs<br />
64 Last Word<br />
Vivo Energy Kenya launched a mobile fuel<br />
testing laboratory<br />
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Headlight<br />
<strong>Motor</strong>Sure<br />
Defensive<br />
driving<br />
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You may be an excellent driver and<br />
a master of road rules, but there’s<br />
nothing like a basic knowledge<br />
of defensive driving to minimize<br />
risks on the road. The following are<br />
important defensive driving techniques:<br />
Intentions<br />
Sudden stops, turns, and lane changes often<br />
lead to accidents because they catch other<br />
drivers by surprise. Hence, one of the basic<br />
rules of defensive driving is to clearly communicate<br />
to other drivers exactly what you are<br />
about to do. For this reason, it is crucial that<br />
your brake lights, head lights, signal indicators<br />
and other driving lights are working. If they<br />
are not, have them checked right away.<br />
Be predictable<br />
Having all your indicators in good working<br />
order is great, but they won’t help much if you<br />
can’t be predictable. Defensive driving is synonymous<br />
with being predictable. If you’re signalling<br />
a left turn, then make a left turn. Don’t<br />
signal that you’re going left then suddenly<br />
turn right. Don’t keep signalling a left or right<br />
turn then continue driving straight ahead for a<br />
great distance. In defensive driving, one never<br />
makes a move that confuses other drivers on<br />
the road. Surprises are great, but never when<br />
you’re driving.<br />
Route<br />
Always be sure where you want to go. There’s<br />
nothing quite as dangerous as making a sudden<br />
turn or stop, which is something that<br />
drivers do when they are not sure about where<br />
they are headed. If you’re confused about<br />
where you want to go, you’re probably doing<br />
the same to other road users as well. If you’re<br />
lost, park your car and regain your bearings.<br />
Check a map or even ask someone for directions.<br />
The worst thing you can do is drive<br />
around aimlessly.<br />
Signalling<br />
One of the best defensive driving techniques is<br />
to signal every time you turn or change lanes.<br />
That way, you never catch other drivers by<br />
surprise. Make signalling a habit. Even if the<br />
road appears to be deserted and there seem<br />
to be no other cars around, signalling your<br />
intent is always an excellent defensive driving<br />
practice.<br />
Warning<br />
When making a full stop or slowing down for<br />
whatever reason, it’s a good defensive driving<br />
technique to let other drivers know of your<br />
intention. You can do this by tapping the brake<br />
pedal a couple of times so that your brake<br />
lights flash and clue in others behind you that<br />
you are slowing down or stopping. This is<br />
especially important if the driver behind you<br />
is driving fast and approaching quickly.<br />
Anticipate the worst<br />
In defensive driving, it pays to anticipate the<br />
mistakes of other drivers on the road. For<br />
instance, many drivers routinely signal a turn<br />
but don’t turn at all. Meanwhile, others don’t<br />
signal at all and then suddenly turn. Many<br />
people disregard stop signals or try to run red<br />
traffic lights. So keep a watchful eye out for<br />
these instances.<br />
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Review<br />
All-New Nissan Murano<br />
tuated by a variation of the “boomerang” headlights<br />
found in other recent Nissan products.<br />
Looks<br />
The prominent glass areas of the firstgeneration<br />
Nissan Murano are retained and<br />
expanded with the new design. This includes<br />
the use of its jet-inspired roof and D-pillars<br />
that appear disconnected from the roof that<br />
help visually lighten the interior. Another key<br />
element is the continued refinement of the boomerang-style<br />
headlights and taillights, which<br />
were originally introduced on the Nissan 370Z.<br />
With the all-new Nissan Murano, the lights<br />
shapes are slimmed. The lights’ LED Daytime<br />
Running Light accents are instantly recognizable<br />
at night as a Nissan Murano signature.<br />
Optional LED headlamps offer better illumina-<br />
– Greatly enhanced<br />
and elegantly designed<br />
The first-generation Nissan Murano had a profound impact on<br />
the SUV market when it was introduced for the 2003 model<br />
year. In addition to being one of the first crossovers on the<br />
market, the first generation Nissan Murano offered a fresh<br />
design sensibility that combined an elegant style with premium<br />
features, without a luxury price tag. The second-generation<br />
Murano, introduced for model year 2009, maintained its<br />
strong position as the halo vehicle for Nissan crossovers. When<br />
it came time to consider an all-new third generation, Nissan<br />
Murano had a high standard to meet.<br />
While the original was inspired<br />
by the elegance of the famed<br />
Italian Murano glassware<br />
from which the model took<br />
its name, the third-generation<br />
took its cues from the future, expressed in the form<br />
of the Nissan Resonance Concept. A steep windshield<br />
rake, tapering roof line and ripped upperbody<br />
lines made the Resonance an auto show standout,<br />
but underneath its concept car exaggerations lay<br />
the skin of the all-new Nissan Murano. Entering its<br />
third generation, the all-new Nissan Murano now<br />
features a sharper and wedge like silhouette, punc-<br />
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Review<br />
While the original was inspired by the elegance of<br />
the famed Italian Murano glassware from which<br />
the model took its name, the third-generation<br />
took its cues from the future, expressed in the<br />
form of the Nissan Resonance Concept vehicle.<br />
advanced lighting system, open and comfortable<br />
feeling, and use of premium materials.<br />
Continuing the idea of a concept car brought to<br />
production, the all-new Nissan Murano shares<br />
the look and feel of the Resonance. The upscale<br />
social lounge interior creates an inviting and<br />
comfortable atmosphere. The instrument panel<br />
height is lower than outgoing Nissan Murano.<br />
At the centre of the expansive dashboard is an<br />
information and control centre with an available<br />
8.0-inch colour display with multi-touch<br />
control.<br />
The cockpit is less cluttered thanks to the<br />
reduction of audio and navigation switches<br />
from 25 to 10. Nissan’s advanced NASA-inspired<br />
Zero Gravity seats are standard for front and<br />
rear outboard occupants. The all-new Nissan<br />
Murano’s cargo area has been reconfigured to<br />
provide a projected best storage space in the<br />
segment with seats up. With the easy rear seat<br />
release and available power rear seat return, the<br />
all-new Nissan Murano converts from people<br />
hauler to cargo ship or back within seconds. All<br />
configurations can be done from the back, with<br />
no need of walking to each door. An advanced<br />
Bose design 11-speaker sound system keeps<br />
all occupants entertained while a larger Power<br />
Panoramic Moonroof enhances the interior’s<br />
open, airy feeling.<br />
tion at night. While similar in dimensions to<br />
the previous generation models, the new design<br />
is slightly lower, wider, and longer, enhancing<br />
the aerodynamics while not compromising the<br />
desired crossover height and stance. Other<br />
critical details, such as the grille shutter, wing<br />
lip mouldings, rear bumper surfacing, rear tire<br />
deflectors and integrated rear spoiler further<br />
improves the all-new SUV’s aerodynamics. The<br />
design of the standard LED taillights is seamlessly<br />
integrated into the rear glass, conveying a<br />
high-tech quality.<br />
Power<br />
The all-new Nissan Murano is available with<br />
a standard 3.5-liter DOHC V6 rated at 196 kW<br />
(260 hp) and 352 Nm of torque. Also standard<br />
is an advanced Xtronic transmission tuned for<br />
quick response and smoothness. Fuel economy<br />
is reduced by approximately 20 percent versus<br />
the current generation Murano, due to overall<br />
weight reduction, enhanced aerodynamics, and<br />
engine/transmission efficiencies. Like the previous<br />
generation, the all-new Nissan Murano<br />
offers responsive handling and a comfortable<br />
ride through use of a 4-wheel independent<br />
suspension featuring a front strut/rear multilink<br />
design. Also standard are 4-wheel disc<br />
brakes with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)<br />
and power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering.<br />
Sporty 18-inch or 20-inch machine-finished<br />
aluminium-alloy wheels are also available. The<br />
Rating:<br />
Value:<br />
Presence:<br />
Interior:<br />
Styling:<br />
Equipment:<br />
Overall:<br />
2015 Murano is offered in front-wheel drive or<br />
intuitive all-wheel drive.<br />
Interior<br />
The exterior theme of futuristic travel<br />
and refined intensity continue throughout the<br />
all-new Nissan Murano interior, starting the<br />
moment the doors are opened with its available<br />
Verdict<br />
The all-new Nissan Murano continues to<br />
be a well-rounded midsize crossover that combines<br />
impressive style and sophistication with<br />
an engaging driving experience. The refined<br />
interior, striking design and the powerful<br />
engine make this Japanese SUV a must have<br />
choice. The Nissan franchise is changing from<br />
CFAO DT Dobie located along Lusaka Road in<br />
Nairobi to the Imperial Group of South Africa,<br />
who are currently scouting for a local dealer for<br />
East Africa.<br />
What we like<br />
Upmarket interior<br />
Overall look<br />
Powerful engine<br />
What we dislike<br />
Limited engine choices<br />
Still uses a CVT<br />
No 7-seater option<br />
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New Entrant<br />
<strong>2014</strong> Hyundai ix35 – Tweaked<br />
looks, enhanced performance<br />
Initially, the ix was the Hyundai Tucson. The Tucson made its maiden<br />
debut in 2005 and represented Hyundai’s first entry into the longestablished<br />
small crossover SUV segment. The first-generation Tucson<br />
became Hyundai’s official “entry-level” SUV, and it offered a favourable<br />
combination of attributes, including an available V6 engine, a generous<br />
list of standard equipment and a lengthy warranty.<br />
However, the Tucson looked rather<br />
dowdy, had a decidedly low-budget<br />
feel to its interior, and never<br />
really registered on most consumers’<br />
radar as a mainstream option.<br />
That changed with the second-generation Tucson,<br />
which premiered all over the world as the Hyundai<br />
ix35, in 2010. The second generation featured sharp<br />
exterior styling and a slick interior to match. Four<br />
years later, Hyundai has released an updated version<br />
for <strong>2014</strong>.<br />
Looks<br />
The <strong>2014</strong> Hyundai ix35 combines dynamic,<br />
sculpted, performance-oriented styling with<br />
thoughtful everyday utility. With an overall<br />
length of 173.2 inches, a width of 71.7 inches<br />
and a height of 66.3 inches (with roof rails),<br />
<strong>2014</strong> Hyundai ix35 has a great stance and road<br />
presence. The design team fused a light, elegant,<br />
and sporty upper body with belt lines flowing<br />
off both the front and rear wheel arches, to a<br />
tough, planted lower body so that it is assertive<br />
in the way it sits on the road.<br />
The profile of <strong>2014</strong> Hyundai ix35 features<br />
a sports car-like theme with a double-zigzag<br />
treatment for the wheel arches that wrap around<br />
the available wheels. The concave sills have a<br />
wedge-shaped profile that extends rearward<br />
and wraps around into the rear bumper. New to<br />
the <strong>2014</strong> Hyundai ix35 are LED Daytime running<br />
lights and positioning lights. The hexagonal<br />
grille, bisected by a bold chrome styling line,<br />
remains unchanged. Curvaceous pressings on<br />
the front and rear fenders remains unchanged.<br />
Its dramatically sloped rear glass features a pronounced<br />
rear spoiler, which improves on the<br />
<strong>2014</strong> Hyundai ix35 aerodynamics.<br />
Performance<br />
One of the most significant upgrades for<br />
the model is the replacement of the 2.0-litre<br />
Theta II petrol engine with a new, superefficient<br />
Nu 2-litre Multi-Port Injection engine.<br />
The new engine offers a more even and efficient<br />
delivery of power and torque – with peaks of<br />
116 kW (155 hp) at 6 200 r/min and 192 Nm at<br />
4 000 r/min. respectively. The new petrol engine<br />
is available in combination with a new six-speed<br />
Rating:<br />
Value:<br />
Presence:<br />
Interior:<br />
Styling:<br />
Equipment:<br />
Overall:<br />
The <strong>2014</strong> Hyundai ix35 combines<br />
dynamic, sculpted, performanceoriented<br />
styling with thoughtful<br />
everyday utility.<br />
manual gearbox or an improved, very responsive,<br />
and smooth-changing six-speed automatic<br />
transmission with SHIFTRONIC manual control.<br />
To make the <strong>2014</strong> ix35 even more versatile,<br />
Hyundai engineers added an advanced electronic<br />
AWD system. The AWD system is auto-<br />
matically activated under any driving condition<br />
when needed, distributing the power equally,<br />
and optimizing driving performance.<br />
Interior<br />
The high-tech cockpit is fitted as standard<br />
with Hyundai’s signature blue lighting, tilt<br />
and telescopic steering wheel, steering wheel<br />
mounted audio and cruise controls, electrically<br />
powered windows and door locks, remote keyless<br />
entry and fold-away mirrors with electric<br />
control. The front cup holders are illuminated<br />
with blue light as well. The <strong>2014</strong> Hyundai ix35<br />
has always had outstanding rear legroom and<br />
now second row passengers can recline their<br />
seats for even more comfort. The rear seats<br />
feature 60:40 split for increase of boot space.<br />
The interior of the <strong>2014</strong> Hyundai ix35 the upper<br />
door trims are now finished in higher-quality<br />
materials. All models have dashboard air vents<br />
that are ringed in chrome, and the windscreen<br />
receives a shade band, completing the visual<br />
refreshment. The spacious interior is further<br />
enhanced by the panoramic sunroof. A 4.3-<br />
inch colour touch screen audio with a standard<br />
rear-view park-assist camera is in charge of<br />
the entertainment. The system plays compact<br />
discs, accesses digital music files employing<br />
Bluetooth streaming audio and allows driver<br />
and passenger to access their personal listening<br />
devices through the iPod/USB/auxiliary inputs.<br />
Bluetooth audio wirelessly streams music from<br />
a phone to the audio system.<br />
Verdict<br />
The <strong>2014</strong> Hyundai ix35 remains a great<br />
choice for anyone looking for an affordable and<br />
well kitted crossover.<br />
The latest updates make the smallest SUV<br />
from Hyundai more competitive and better to<br />
take on its rivals. Order the <strong>2014</strong> ix35 from<br />
Hyundai East Africa, located along Mombasa<br />
Road in Nairobi County.<br />
What we like<br />
Spacious and comfortable interior<br />
Plenty of standard equipment<br />
Efficient engine<br />
What we dislike<br />
Aging design<br />
Struggling badge identity in Kenya<br />
Limited power plant choices.<br />
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Concept<br />
Mazda Hazumi – KODO goes compact<br />
One look at Mazda’s new generation<br />
models, the Mazda CX-5, Mazda 6,<br />
and Mazda 3, confirms that the KODO<br />
design is defined by a dynamic, living<br />
expression of motion. The Hazumi is<br />
yet another example of KODO’s vast<br />
potential and how well it adapts to<br />
different vehicles of different sizes.<br />
T<br />
he concept’s name is a good fit both for<br />
the look of the car and its target market.<br />
Hazumi is a Japanese word meaning to<br />
“bound” or “spring up” and was chosen to<br />
convey an image of a small but vigorous<br />
animal, bursting with energy.<br />
The headlamps and grille are positioned low to<br />
the ground as possible, giving the front face a sharp<br />
look. The LED guiding rings add depth and solidity<br />
to the headlamps. Another KODO trademark, the<br />
aluminium signature wing, underscores the grille<br />
before cutting through the headlamps, imparting<br />
a deeply sculptured facial expression. With<br />
its short overhangs and pillars the Hazumi displays<br />
the athletic silhouette of a sports car when<br />
viewed from the side.<br />
The aluminium wheels feature a dynamic<br />
design. The contrast between the radiant sheen<br />
produced by the aluminium milling process and<br />
the dark metallic paint give the wheels a taut,<br />
three-dimensional feel. A long line starts from<br />
the bonnet, crests over the front wheel and runs<br />
all the way to the rear, while an overlapping line<br />
peaks over the rear wheel. The firmly planted<br />
rear wheels support the high hipline and the<br />
steeply inclined back window. The distinctive<br />
oblong rear combination lamps echo the look<br />
of the headlamps.<br />
The Mazda Hazumi also marks the world<br />
premiere of the SKYACTIV-D 1.5. This compact<br />
and lightweight clean diesel engine is<br />
designed for ultra-efficient internal combustion<br />
just like the bigger SKYACTIV-D 2.2. The<br />
engine offers dynamic performance and great<br />
efficiency. This model also features i-ACTIV-<br />
SENSE advanced safety technologies based on<br />
Mazda Proactive Safety. This is Mazda’s safety<br />
philosophy aiming to maximise the range of<br />
conditions in which the driver can drive safely<br />
and minimise the risks that lead to accidents.<br />
Speed is at the essence of the interior<br />
shapes, which spread out from above the instrument<br />
cluster to the door trim and centre console.<br />
The instrument cluster is designed around<br />
the driver’s centre axis. It features a single, centrally-positioned<br />
gauge with displays on either<br />
side. The passenger space begins immediately<br />
with an instrument panel shaped like the wing<br />
of an airplane, creating a comfortable feeling of<br />
openness. The centre console is suspended like<br />
a bridge, enhancing the feeling of space and<br />
creating more room in the foot wells. The interior<br />
is designed with black leather as the base<br />
and white leather used in certain places such<br />
as the instrument panel. This modern colourcoordination,<br />
which is both bold and charming,<br />
makes the interior look youthful and refined at<br />
the same time.<br />
Destiny<br />
The Mazda Hazumi Concept is a sneak preview<br />
at the next generation Mazda 2, known by<br />
many here in Kenya as the Demio. The production<br />
version of the Hazumi Concept is already<br />
undergoing tests before its maiden debut.<br />
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Launch<br />
The all-new Toyota Corolla<br />
– A unique visual signature<br />
185km/h. Top of the range Corolla launched in<br />
Kenya last month are fitted with a 1.8 litre unit,<br />
which delivers 103kW (138 hp) and 173 Nm<br />
of torque, available with manual or automatic<br />
transmission. The 0-to-100km/h dash comes<br />
up in 10.2 seconds and top speed is recorded<br />
as 195km/h. Fuel consumption rate is a reasonable<br />
6.4-litres per 100km. The All-New Toyota<br />
Corolla shares the proven front MacPherson<br />
strut and rear torsion beam suspension systems<br />
of its predecessor. However, significant revisions<br />
to both front and rear systems promote<br />
improved ride comfort combined with greater<br />
agility.<br />
Interior<br />
Taking style cues from the bold new exterior,<br />
the All-New Toyota Corolla’s indoor environment<br />
plays up the width of the cabin with<br />
a strong horizontal dashboard design. Topped<br />
by a soft non-reflective upper surface which<br />
flows seamlessly over the driver’s instrument<br />
binnacle, the dashboard face combines convex,<br />
soft-touch padding with a recessed centre console<br />
panel finishes in piano black. The operational<br />
feel of the pedals and shift lever has also<br />
been refined.<br />
The pedals have been positioned to help<br />
prevent unintended operation, and the stroke<br />
and firmness of the shift lever have been optimised<br />
for a smoother shift feel. The capacity<br />
and usability of the All-New Toyota Corolla’s<br />
comprehensive range of storage spaces have<br />
been improved. They include a glove box, coin<br />
box and lidded compartment in the dashboard,<br />
a centre console box and cup holders, overhead<br />
sunglasses storage, front door pockets designed<br />
to hold a 1.g litre bottle or a road map and rear<br />
door pocket space for a 0.5 litre bottle. Top of<br />
the range features include leather seats, smart<br />
entry and start system, 7 airbags, multi-functional<br />
steering wheel, Bluetooth with cell phone<br />
interface, cruise control, and 7 speed CVT with<br />
sport mode, among others.<br />
the All-New Toyota Corolla’s<br />
profile is dominated by muscular<br />
front and rear wheel arches.<br />
Verdict<br />
The All-New Toyota Corolla boasts significant<br />
increases in fuel economy and rear<br />
passenger room, and also has more distinctive<br />
styling. Although rivals have sportier designs<br />
and more entertaining driving dynamics, a<br />
Corolla nonetheless makes an excellent choice<br />
for those seeking a comfortable, reliable, and<br />
economical compact car. The franchise holder,<br />
Toyota Kenya located along Uhuru Highway<br />
in Nairobi, launched the All-New Corolla last<br />
month.<br />
What we like<br />
Increased legroom and headroom<br />
More soft touch materials<br />
Comfortable seats<br />
Most reliable aftersales network<br />
Extremely high resale value<br />
What we dislike<br />
Modest acceleration<br />
Entry level version is ill-equipped<br />
Handling not as sporty as rivals<br />
Cumulative worldwide corolla sales exceed 39.7 million since the<br />
nameplate was launched in 1966. Now in its 11th generation, the<br />
Toyota Corolla is sold in more than 150 countries. Toyota has spent<br />
decades refining and improving the Corolla, while staying true to its<br />
core values, which is one of the many reasons why it remains Kenya’s<br />
most popular saloon.<br />
The Toyota Corolla is the quintessential<br />
economy car that is small,<br />
inexpensive, fuel-efficient, and reliable.<br />
Put fuel in it, and the occasional<br />
oil change and it provides dependable<br />
transportation well past the 500,000- kilometre<br />
mark.<br />
Design<br />
Carrying design hints of the Furia concept,<br />
the new car is bang on trend and a lot<br />
more assertive, especially in its front end treatment.<br />
The end result is an All-New Toyota<br />
Corolla that is imposing without being overly<br />
aggressive. Upfront, the headlamp and the grille<br />
openings form a prominent T-shaped motif.<br />
Horizontal trim bars of the upper grille are<br />
visually extended into more expressive headlamp<br />
clusters to place focus on the width of<br />
the saloon. Equipped with a halogen low beam<br />
lamp for improved visibility, the headlamp<br />
design reinforces Toyota’s new design language<br />
and lends the All-New Corolla on-road presence<br />
while providing a unique visual signature.<br />
The All-New Toyota Corolla’s profile is<br />
dominated by muscular front and rear wheel<br />
arches. A character line links the top of the<br />
front wheel arches and the rare lamp cluster.<br />
The wheel arches house a choice of wheels and<br />
wheel covers. Sculptured handles are aligned<br />
with the character lines on the door. To the<br />
rear, the recurrent trapezoidal look is mirrored<br />
by the licence plate recession and lower<br />
bumper styling. The crisp line of the boot lip<br />
is underscored by wide new rear lamp clusters<br />
connected by a chrome license plate trim for a<br />
cleaner, more prestige appearance.<br />
Performance<br />
The All-New Toyota Corolla is available<br />
with a choice of power units. The mid-spec<br />
performance package is a 1.6 litre Dual CVT-i<br />
engine that churns out 90Kw (120 hp) and 154<br />
Nm of torque. The 1.6- litre power plant consumes<br />
0.6 litres more compared to the 1.3-litre<br />
unit. Acceleration time is 11.1 seconds for the<br />
automatic transmission. Maximum speed is<br />
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SUV - Compact Crossover<br />
All-New Peugeot 3008 – Perfectly<br />
blends practicality and versatility<br />
Peugeot focused on practicality rather than style when designing the 3008. As a result<br />
the Peugeot 3008 offers a bit more functionality than other compact crossovers in the<br />
segment. The Peugeot 3008 blends the qualities of a hatchback, an SUV and an MPV.<br />
The compact crossover’s big<br />
4x4-inspired exterior, a spacious and<br />
versatile interior and the agile driving<br />
dynamics continue to boost the<br />
Peugeot 3008 popularity. However,<br />
the aging Peugeot 3008’s design was in desperate<br />
need of an upgrade. Peugeot has responded by ushering<br />
in an All-New model.<br />
Design<br />
The character of the All-New Peugeot<br />
3008’s front face has been completely redesigned.<br />
The grille and the fog lamp trims appear<br />
to form a single chromed part emerging from<br />
the bodywork. The air intake is adorned with<br />
two thin chromed strips. The headlamps are<br />
designed in detail with a subtle contrast of<br />
materials. The main beam is integrated on a<br />
black mask surrounded by a chromed part. The<br />
LED direction indicators and running lights<br />
add a sophisticated touch to the headlamps.<br />
The “Lion” badge dominates this rich, highquality<br />
front face. At the side are fine touches<br />
of chrome on the window upper trim, the body<br />
sills, and the mirror shells. The “Lion” also<br />
adorns the tailgate, accompanied by the name<br />
of the brand. New LED tail lights, with a dark<br />
tint and look like three floating claws, have a<br />
sharp design and emerge from the lamp with<br />
a 3D effect.<br />
Performance<br />
Two petrol power units are available with<br />
the All-New Peugeot 3008. All engines have<br />
a displacement of 1.6-litres. Entry level petrol<br />
versions feature a 1.6-litre unit with a total<br />
output of 88 kW (120 hp) and 160 Nm of<br />
torque. Paired with this particular unit is a<br />
5-speed manual gear box. Fuel consumption is<br />
pegged at 6.7 litres per 100km. Next in line is<br />
the 115 kW (156 hp) 1.6-litre unit with a maximum<br />
torque figure of 240 Nm. This particular<br />
engine features a 6-speed manual and 6-speed<br />
automatic. Fuel consumption with the manual<br />
transmission is 6.9 litres and 7.6 litres with the<br />
automatic.<br />
The most powerful version of the 1.6-<br />
litre unit has 120 kW (163 hp) and 340 Nm<br />
of torque. Paired with the 120 kW engine is a<br />
6-speed automatic as standard. Fuel consumption<br />
is a reasonable 8.4 litres per 100km. The<br />
All-New Peugeot 3008 rides on MacPherson<br />
front suspension. This suspension permits rigorous<br />
road holding and precise steering. At the<br />
rear, the suspension features a deformable cross<br />
member, two trailing arms, and an integrated<br />
anti-roll bar, which limit roll and improve rear<br />
wheel traction.<br />
Interior<br />
On opening the door, the passenger compartment<br />
proves to be a new source of surprise<br />
and attraction. The light provided by the<br />
panoramic glass roof reveals the instruments<br />
and controls with supreme ergonomics with<br />
high quality and clarity. In the centre of the<br />
driver’s field of vision, above the dashboard, the<br />
‘head-up’ display shows key information on its<br />
retractable polycarbonate strip. At the centre of<br />
the dashboard the retractable screen displays<br />
the interface for the audio-navigation, the trip<br />
computer, the front, and rear parking assistance<br />
and the image filmed by the reversing camera.<br />
All controls are grouped together on the centre<br />
console which extends to the rear seats.<br />
With their forearm resting ideally on the<br />
armrest (that hides a capacious storage space),<br />
the driver can switch from one function to<br />
another with ease which promises great reactivity.<br />
For everyday practicality, the passenger<br />
compartment has numerous storage compartments,<br />
amounting to a total of nearly 50-litres.<br />
The split tailgate, which can bear a load of<br />
200 kg, allows for a very accessible boot. The<br />
Multiflex interior allows one to adapt the boot<br />
of the All-New Peugeot 3008 to suit your<br />
requirements due to the three-position boot<br />
floor and the folding rear seat backs. The volume<br />
of the boot can varies from 512 litres to o<br />
1604-litres with the rear seats flat on the floor.<br />
The Peugeot 3008 blends the<br />
qualities of a hatchback, an<br />
SUV and an MPV.<br />
Verdict<br />
The All-New Peugeot 3008 is a stylish<br />
crossover that offers the practicality of the MPV<br />
and rugged styling of an SUV. This means that<br />
the crossover can conquer rough road surfaces<br />
while caring a family of five and all their luggage.<br />
The outgoing model already sold over<br />
500,000 units all over the world proving that<br />
this particular Lion’s qualities suit lots of buyers.<br />
Uyrasia Limited, located along Bunyala Road<br />
in Nairobi, is the franchise holder for Peugeot.<br />
Prices will be unveiled as soon as the All-New<br />
Peugeot 3008 lands in Kenya.<br />
What we like<br />
Smooth engines<br />
Spacious and practical interior<br />
Comfortable seats<br />
What we don’t like<br />
Limited rear visibility<br />
Entry level model lacks features<br />
Interior plastics<br />
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Reader’s Choice<br />
cam, 16-valve VVT architecture of the 1.6-litre<br />
power plant. This unit produces 104 kW (140<br />
hp) and 176 Nm of torque. Backing the updated<br />
Chevrolet Cruze’s power units are six-speed<br />
manual and automatic transmissions. Each contributes<br />
to saloon’s excellent fuel economy and,<br />
with their carefully matched gears, enhances its<br />
fun-to-drive quotient.<br />
<strong>2014</strong> Chevrolet Cruze<br />
– tweaked looks, great performance<br />
They say that in the event of Armageddon, the only thing to survive will be cockroaches. Well,<br />
there’s a good chance you’d see some Ford Rangers cruising around, too. This is because the<br />
Ford Ranger is one of the toughest and most dependable pick-ups in the market. Recent updates<br />
especially in the current range have brought about car like comforts in the interior. However, the<br />
ruggedness and dependability still remains unchanged.<br />
The Chevrolet Cruze does not have history<br />
on its side. The Chevrolet division<br />
of General <strong>Motor</strong>s has historically<br />
done “big” well: Big pick-ups,<br />
big family saloons and big V8 muscle<br />
cars. When it comes to small cars, though, Chevrolet<br />
wasn’t that good in creating them. However, all<br />
that’s changed with the introduction of the compact<br />
Chevrolet Cruze saloon in 2011. The introduction<br />
of the Chevrolet Cruze was an honest first-class<br />
upgrade, which leaves pedestrian design and suspect<br />
quality behind in favour of well-rounded sophistication<br />
that meets its world-class competition head-on.<br />
Recently GM updated the Chevrolet Cruze for the<br />
very last time as they work on finishing up on the<br />
next generation model.<br />
Design<br />
The <strong>2014</strong> Cruze’s design still has the bold<br />
face - including a two-tier grille with the iconic<br />
Bowtie logo - which is Chevrolet’s signature<br />
look around the globe. However, the front<br />
bumper now features curved air intakes, with<br />
chrome touches and fog lamps, large air splitter<br />
and a central air intake. The disticnt arching<br />
roofline connects a steeply raked windshield<br />
and fast-sloping rear pillars to give the <strong>2014</strong><br />
Chevrolet Cruze a sporty, coupe-like proportion.<br />
The sporty aesthetic is also seen in prominent<br />
headlamp housings that wrap around the<br />
corners and sweep upward in the fenders and<br />
sculpted hood, as well as a short rear end. The<br />
wheels are at the corners, with minimal front<br />
and rear overhangs. All the elements work<br />
cohesively to give <strong>2014</strong> Chevrolet Cruze an<br />
aggressive look that is complemented by a wide,<br />
confident stance. The rear look of the <strong>2014</strong><br />
Chevrolet Cruze is further enhanced by the<br />
redesigned bumper.<br />
Ride<br />
A MacPherson strut suspension is used up<br />
front, while a technically advanced Watts Z-link<br />
design is used with the rear suspension. It helps<br />
centre the rear axle during cornering, helping<br />
to keep the <strong>2014</strong> Chevrolet Cruze’s handling<br />
responses symmetrical on both left-hand and<br />
right-hand turns. StabiliTrak electronic stability<br />
control as well as traction control and<br />
anti-lock brakes are standard. Electric power<br />
steering is also standard on all models. Along<br />
with a responsive driving experience, the <strong>2014</strong><br />
Chevrolet Cruze now delivers impressive quietness<br />
and refinement on the road.<br />
Interior<br />
The <strong>2014</strong> Chevrolet Cruze’s bold design<br />
is carried over to the interior, where a twincockpit<br />
motif is matched with high-quality<br />
materials. The instrument panel features richly<br />
detailed dials that are backlit with light-emitting<br />
diode (LED) technology. The LED lights<br />
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provide a crisp, ice-blue illumination of the analogue<br />
instruments, as well as lighting for other<br />
interior controls. A standard driver information<br />
centre offers a wealth of information to the<br />
driver. Blending harmoniously with the instrument<br />
panels is an integrated centre console<br />
that houses the infotainment display, climate<br />
controls and radio controls. The <strong>2014</strong> Chevrolet<br />
Cruze’s front seats offer plenty of adjustment<br />
and are both supportive and comfortable. A low<br />
Performance<br />
The <strong>2014</strong> Chevrolet Cruze is available with<br />
a 1.6-litre and 1.8-litre power units. The 1.6-<br />
litre power unit is a latest generation unit from<br />
GM. In its latest form a variable volume intake<br />
manifold and revised engine control calibration<br />
provide an increase in power from 80 kW (107<br />
hp) to 91kW (122 hp). Maximum torque is 155<br />
Nm. The 1.8-litre power plant shares the twincushion<br />
for the backseat allows for more rear<br />
legroom. At the back, the seats are supportive<br />
and there are acres of legroom for all the three<br />
occupants. Headroom is impressive while the<br />
large boot swallows the a sizable amounts of<br />
luggage for long trips.<br />
Verdict<br />
The <strong>2014</strong> Chevrolet Cruze’s handling<br />
remains sharp and precise, but the most welcome<br />
improvements give the saloon a more<br />
refined interior, vastly improved styling and<br />
quality. With a variety of truly impressive competitors<br />
available these days, we wouldn’t exactly<br />
call it a class leader, but the wholly competent<br />
Cruze shows that Chevrolet can now do “small”<br />
as well as “big.” However, before you dash for<br />
the Chevrolet Cruise’s competitors kindly visit<br />
General <strong>Motor</strong>s East Africa to try it out. The<br />
firm is located along Mombasa Road, Nairobi<br />
County. Prices start at Kshs 2.95 million.<br />
What we like<br />
Beautifully designed<br />
Plenty of standard equipment<br />
Attractive price<br />
What we dislike<br />
Sluggish automatic<br />
Some interior finishing<br />
Front seats unsupportive taller occupants<br />
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Product<br />
Auto Insurance<br />
UAP <strong>Motor</strong>Sure<br />
By: Perpetua Njeri Wachira<br />
Apart from major disease killers,<br />
Kenya has a serious problem with<br />
accidental death, specifically by<br />
motor vehicles. Kenya has the highest<br />
rate of road accidents in the<br />
world, with 510 fatal accidents per 100,000 vehicles<br />
(2004 estimate), as compared to second-ranked<br />
South Africa, with 260 fatalities, and the United<br />
Kingdom, with 20. In February 2004, in an attempt<br />
to improve Kenya’s appalling record, the governments<br />
appealed to car owners to ensure that they<br />
have adequate insurance due to the ever increasing<br />
numbers of road accidents.<br />
One of the insurers with good and comprehensive<br />
car insurance is UAP. UAP has for a long<br />
time been securing the lives of Kenyans and<br />
now the whole of East Africa by providing the<br />
UAP comprehensive motor insurance, known<br />
as the UAP <strong>Motor</strong>Sure. The UAP <strong>Motor</strong>Sure<br />
protects you in the event of damaging a car<br />
belonging to another party, damage to property,<br />
or injury to a person and, crucially coverage for<br />
damage to your own car, even if the incident is<br />
considered to be your fault. In the past, comprehensive<br />
insurance covers were very rigid<br />
and expensive. Rates were fixed and there was<br />
little room for negotiations. The increase of<br />
more insurance providers saw the introduction<br />
of new products that offer owners numerous<br />
options in terms of comprehensive coverage.<br />
According to Henry Gisumwa, the underwriting<br />
Manager Retail Business at UAP, UAP’s<br />
<strong>Motor</strong>Sure cover is tailor made for each client’s<br />
needs and wants. UAP <strong>Motor</strong>Sure deals with<br />
each client on a private basis.<br />
The UAP <strong>Motor</strong>Sure insurance policy also<br />
provides cover for windscreen replacement,<br />
car accessories, terrorism, riots, strikes and<br />
political risks, forced ATM withdrawal and<br />
spare wheel loss. The UAP <strong>Motor</strong>Sure insurance<br />
has additional benefits such as emergency<br />
accommodation, free vehicle valuation, AA<br />
membership, Car Tracking Device & Services,<br />
Personal Accident Insurance, 24hrs Road<br />
Rescue, Emergency Medical Expenses, Forced<br />
ATM withdrawal and many more. The UAP<br />
<strong>Motor</strong>Sure cover has been divided into three<br />
which are gold, silver and standard. This has<br />
been done so as to take care of the different<br />
people who may not necessarily spend the same<br />
amount on the insurance but would still want<br />
the UAP <strong>Motor</strong>Sure insurance. The premiums<br />
have been divided into the three categories<br />
which include gold, silver and standard. Each<br />
of this has different premium rates. However, if<br />
a client has specific requirements that are above<br />
the cover they are paying for, UAP will increase<br />
the premiums on the basis of the clients extra<br />
wants and specifications.<br />
The UAP <strong>Motor</strong>Sure cover also considers the<br />
people who would want to be covered under the<br />
third party option.<br />
Unlike most insurers, the claims process at UAP<br />
insurance is simple and efficient. The company<br />
expects you to report your case and provide<br />
them with the necessary details that will assist<br />
them in giving you a simplified process. UAP<br />
insurance will ensure a safe transition throughout<br />
the claiming process and will provide you<br />
with any service that is available to give you the<br />
comfort and peace of mind you deserve and<br />
they have promised in their innovative insurance<br />
covers.<br />
One can register for the UAP <strong>Motor</strong>Sure cove<br />
at all UAP offices country wide or through<br />
the UAP insurance agents. In conclusion, UAP<br />
<strong>Motor</strong>Sure is one of the motor insurance covers<br />
you have to consider, if you are in need of a better,<br />
simple, life!<br />
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Editor’s Choice<br />
The Audi Q3 is the German<br />
company’s entry into the compact<br />
SUV market. There are plenty of<br />
cars like this around as they’ve<br />
become increasingly popular in<br />
recent years.<br />
Crossovers offer the chunky, rugged<br />
looks of a big off-roader but are<br />
easy to drive and as cheap to run<br />
as a small family car. Every aspect<br />
of the Q3 showcases the best Audi<br />
technology. Many of its solutions are straight<br />
from the luxury class.<br />
Looks<br />
The Audi Q3 has a distinctive, robust and<br />
sporty road stance. The front end of the<br />
compact SUV is intensively sculpted and sets<br />
strong accents. The single-frame radiator grille<br />
is dominated by the vertical elements. The large<br />
air inlets with the horizontal bars underscore<br />
the powerful appearance of the compact SUV<br />
and harbor the standard fog lights. Like its big<br />
brothers, the Q5 and the Q7, the headlights of<br />
the Audi Q3 are wedge-shaped. The side view<br />
is dominated by the flowing, coupe-like roof<br />
that quickly begins sloping back downward.<br />
The roof flows into an unusually flat D-pillar<br />
reminiscent of the A3 models.<br />
The pillar lends the rear an energetic look<br />
that is further accentuated by the long roof<br />
spoiler. The pronounced wheel arches with the<br />
offset wheel wells house wheels up to 19 inches<br />
in diameter. The door handles are distinctly<br />
bow-shaped, and the housings of the side mirrors<br />
sport LED turn signals. The wrap-around<br />
tailgate emphasizes the width of the Q3’s rear<br />
end - a characteristic feature of the Q model<br />
series. The tailgate has a three-dimensional<br />
look, drawing back several centimeters above<br />
the license plate. The electric button to unlock<br />
the tailgate is located beneath this edge. The<br />
large, undivided tail lights have a wedge shape<br />
similar to the headlights and feature a threedimensional<br />
look.<br />
Performance<br />
Powering the Audi Q3 is a choice of three<br />
engines; one TDI and two TFSI units. All<br />
the three four-cylinder engines combine direct<br />
injection with turbocharging, and feature a<br />
start-stop system. With power outputs ranging<br />
from 125 kW (170 hp) to 155 kW (211<br />
hp), these engines are as efficient as they are<br />
powerful. Audi combines all three of the ini-<br />
Audi Q3 - Sporty, efficient<br />
and versatile<br />
tial engines with Quattro permanent all-wheel<br />
drive, which works with a hydraulic multi-plate<br />
clutch. The seven-speed S tronic is standard<br />
in all models equipped with the most powerful<br />
TDI and TFSI engines. Audi combines all<br />
three of the engines with Quattro permanent<br />
all-wheel drive, which works with a hydraulic<br />
multi-plate clutch.<br />
Interior<br />
The interior of the Audi Q3 mirrors the<br />
exterior design’s lean and muscular styling. The<br />
wrap-around, a large arc above the dashboard<br />
and extending from one front door to the other,<br />
The Audi Q3 has a distinctive,<br />
robust and sporty road stance.<br />
is a design feature borrowed from the brand’s<br />
large model series. The elegantly sweeping,<br />
horizontally stepped instrument panel features<br />
a large inlay on the passenger side. The broad<br />
center console is asymmetrical and inclined<br />
slightly toward the driver. Manual air conditioning<br />
is standard. Deluxe two-zone automatic<br />
air conditioning that considers the position of<br />
the sun and humidity is available as an option.<br />
The large controls, which are spring-loaded, are<br />
an optical and tactile highlight. The 6.5-inch<br />
or 7.0-inch display, is retracted into the instrument<br />
panel.<br />
The speedometer and the tachometer, into<br />
which the coolant temperature and fuel level<br />
indicators have been integrated, have black<br />
dials, white numbers and red needles. The luggage<br />
compartment has a volume of 460 liters.<br />
A two-piece, removable boot area cover hides<br />
the contents from view. The split rear seat<br />
backs can be folded down quickly and easily,<br />
in just one step, without having to remove the<br />
head restraints. When loaded to the roof, boot<br />
volume in this configuration increases to 1,365<br />
liters. The tailgate opens electronically, including<br />
via the remote key fob, and swings up very<br />
high. A handle running the width of the tailgate<br />
makes it very easy to close again, and it latches<br />
with a satisfyingly solid sound.<br />
Verdict<br />
The Audi Q3 offers a perfect plent of compact<br />
dimensions, off-road ability and luxury.<br />
The compact crossover is a great choice for<br />
anyone looking for an all-round car. The Audi<br />
franchise is not represented in Kenya at the<br />
moment. However, there are comfired possibilities<br />
that the franchise is planning its return to<br />
the Kenyan market soon. Prices in Africa start<br />
from Kshs 4 million excluding taxes.<br />
What we like<br />
Good looks<br />
Well equipped<br />
Smooth engines<br />
What we don’t like<br />
Limited rear visibility<br />
Expensive optional extras<br />
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Saloon Review<br />
All-New Hyundai Sonata<br />
– Refined and eye-catching<br />
Theta II turbocharged GDI has been revised as<br />
well. The 2.0-liter turbocharged engine is also<br />
optimized for lower-RPM drivability and it produces<br />
182 kW (245 hp) and 352 Nm of torque.<br />
Both Theta engines are paired with a six-speed<br />
SHIFTRONIC automatic transmission. The allnew<br />
Hyundai Sonata uses MacPherson strut<br />
front and multi-link rear suspension systems.<br />
The revamped multilink rear suspension design<br />
enhances responsiveness, handling and stability<br />
while reducing impact harshness.<br />
Roomy interior<br />
Confident, energetic lines define the allnew<br />
Hyundai Sonata’s exterior and are complimented<br />
by a premium interior with a special<br />
emphasis on ergonomics. Intuitive buttons and<br />
controls are placed on the center stack, which is<br />
The original BMW X5 was the German automaker's first entry into the luxury SUV<br />
(Sports Activity Vehicle) segment. Realizing that most SUV buyers rarely, if ever,<br />
venture off-road, BMW designed the X5 for on-road performance and handling.<br />
The Sonata is a comfortable and likable<br />
midsize saloon that proves Hyundai<br />
can build cars that are not just easy<br />
on the pocketbook, but also easy to<br />
live with as well. Like most cars in<br />
the midsize saloon class, the Hyundai Sonata offers<br />
front-wheel drive, numerous safety features, and<br />
a choice of trim levels that include sporty and<br />
plush variants. Setting the Sonata apart, however, is<br />
Hyundai’s lower pricing and outstanding warranty<br />
coverage.<br />
The outgoing Hyundai Sonata raised the<br />
bar for design in the mid-size saloon segment<br />
when it was introduced in 2009. Consumers<br />
noticed the groundbreaking design and so did<br />
the competition. Following the incredible success<br />
of the outgoing Hyundai Sonata, the allnew<br />
generation offers a more refined look<br />
through a new Fluidic Sculpture 2.0 design<br />
language, stiffer body structure, better ride<br />
quality, reduced noise, vibration and harshness<br />
and advanced safety and convenience features.<br />
Striking looks<br />
The Hyundai Sonata’s design matures for<br />
the 2015 model year with energetic and crisp<br />
lines complimented by smooth and subtle surfaces.<br />
Fluidic Sculpture 2.0 is a confident evolution<br />
of the original fluidic sculpture design<br />
language that perfectly expresses Hyundai<br />
Sonata’s premium look and excellent value. A<br />
larger, more refined grille with wide air intake<br />
defines the face of the all-new Hyundai Sonata.<br />
Simple, harmonious lines adorn the exterior<br />
while taut, horizontal rocker panels reflect<br />
the chassis’ increased stability. The coupe-like<br />
roofline remains, but it is balanced by a larger<br />
windows that emphasizes the roomier interior.<br />
Horizontal lines in the rear underscore saloon’s<br />
width and also give the car a planted look. The<br />
all-new Hyundai Sonata features standard LED<br />
daytime running lights, 16-inch alloy wheels, a<br />
rear lip spoiler and chrome touches.<br />
Refined performance<br />
Hyundai continues its all four-cylinder<br />
engine lineup for the all-new Sonata. The<br />
revised 2.4-liter Theta II GDI produces 137<br />
kW (185 hp) and 241 Nm of torque. Hyundai’s<br />
power train engineers slightly reduced peak<br />
power for the all-new saloon to shift the power<br />
band downward for better responsiveness in<br />
lower-RPM situations where customers spend<br />
the majority of their time. The powerful 2.0-liter<br />
Confident, energetic lines define<br />
the all-new Hyundai Sonata’s<br />
exterior and are complimented by<br />
a premium interior with a special<br />
emphasis on ergonomics.<br />
angled toward the driver to make the controls<br />
easier to reach. Confident, energetic lines define<br />
the 2015 Sonata’s exterior and are complimented<br />
inside the cabin by a premium interior with<br />
a special emphasis on ergonomics.<br />
Intuitive buttons and controls are placed<br />
on the center stack, which is angled toward<br />
the driver to make the controls easier to reach.<br />
The 2015 Sonata’s efficient packaging delivers<br />
outstanding passenger and interior volume. All<br />
Hyundai Sonata come standard with iPod/USB<br />
and auxiliary input jacks and Bluetooth phone<br />
connectivity with voice-recognition. Available<br />
upgrades include an 8.0-inch display for the<br />
infotainment system paired with a 400-watt<br />
Infinity premium audio system.<br />
Verdict<br />
For the most part, the all-new Hyundai<br />
Sonata is now more up market and refined.<br />
The all-new model is not only a fully competitive<br />
choice for a family saloon, but a standout<br />
among its peers. In addition to the strong value<br />
proposition, it adds a few things previously not<br />
seen in this conservative nameplate namely,<br />
daring styling and sporty driving dynamics.<br />
Hyundai EA is the franchise holder for the<br />
Korean automaker. The firm is located along<br />
Mombasa Road in Nairobi County. Prices for<br />
the African market had not been released by<br />
the time we went to press. More details about<br />
the all-new Hyundai Sonata will be revealed on<br />
subsequent <strong>Monthly</strong> <strong>Motor</strong> issues.<br />
What we like<br />
Refined engines<br />
Striking design<br />
Roomy interior<br />
What we dislike<br />
Interior plastics<br />
Limited rear visibility<br />
Hash ride on sport model<br />
Rating:<br />
Value:<br />
Presence:<br />
Interior:<br />
Styling:<br />
Equipment:<br />
Overall:<br />
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Wish list<br />
Porsche raised the public’s collective eyebrow<br />
when it decided to enter the sport-utility<br />
vehicle business in 2003 with its bulbous<br />
Cayenne. However, despite the grumblings of<br />
purists, this midsize luxury SUV has proven<br />
itself worthy of the vaunted Porsche name<br />
over the course of two generations. With a<br />
line-up that stretches from a hybrid V6 to<br />
a twin-turbo V8, the Porsche Cayenne isn’t<br />
your typical midsize SUV. Nor is it the most<br />
practical or family-friendly.<br />
Indeed, the Porsche Cayenne’s high load floor and lack of a<br />
third-row seat option limit are a testament to that fact. But<br />
in terms of spirited driving, there are few better. Thanks to<br />
its all-wheel-drive system, razor-sharp steering, and superb<br />
brakes, the Porsche Cayenne demonstrates surprising dexterity<br />
around corners. For people who want a Cayenne that minds their<br />
pocket, the S Diesel is the right choice. This particular version of the<br />
Porsche Cayenne S Diesel<br />
- Efficiently performs<br />
Cayenne offers a driving experience that is typical of<br />
a Porsche combined with the great efficiency. This<br />
is why we have nominated it to the special Wish<br />
List choice.<br />
Design<br />
From the front the Cayenne S Diesel is<br />
characterised by the larger centre air scoop at<br />
the front further accentuated by two smaller air<br />
intakes at the side. The darker panels within the<br />
headlight units and the silver-coloured rings on<br />
the headlights create even greater presence and,<br />
together with the positioning lights on the side<br />
air intakes, give the Porsche Cayenne S Diesel<br />
an even more striking look of power and performance.<br />
The design of our Wish List choice<br />
emphasises above all the long and stretched<br />
engine compartment lid as well as the flat rear<br />
roof pillar with its dynamic sweep towards the<br />
rear. Two rectangular single tailpipes complete<br />
the rear design. Seen from the side, the<br />
Porsche Cayenne S Diesel stands out particularly<br />
through its long, sleek, and dynamic look<br />
Performance<br />
The Porsche Cayenne S Diesel is powered<br />
by a 4.2-litre V8. The eight-cylinder power has<br />
an output of 382 hp (281 kW) and 850 Nm<br />
of torque. The engine delivers its tremendous<br />
torque between 2000/min and 2750/min, which<br />
forcefully propels our Wish List choice right<br />
from the start. Energy-saving measures such as<br />
thermal management, electrical system recuperation<br />
and an automatic start/stop function<br />
limit its combined fuel consumption to just 8.3<br />
l/100 km.<br />
The performance figures makes this particular<br />
Cayenne the most powerful diesel propelled<br />
Porsche. The combination of a powerful<br />
eight-cylinder and eight-speed Tiptronic S<br />
requires the intelligent PTM (Porsche Traction<br />
Management) active all-wheel drive to deliver<br />
the incredible power on the road. This Porsche<br />
Traction Management system is specially configured<br />
to offer benefits in terms of vehicle<br />
dynamics, agility, and traction pre-control and<br />
complements the performance-oriented character<br />
of the cars.<br />
Interior<br />
According to Porsche functionality, ergonomics<br />
and superior comfort for up to five<br />
occupants were the essential points from the<br />
start in designing the interior. A particular eyecatcher<br />
is the centre console rising up to the<br />
front with its protruding switches and buttons<br />
giving the interior the character of a genuine<br />
cockpit. The front passengers are integrated<br />
even more into the car, enjoying an even more<br />
sporting feeling on their seats. This superior<br />
convenience and ease of control is supported<br />
by the large seven-inch TFT touch screen positioned<br />
in the middle of the centre console.<br />
To ensure a pleasant touch and sophisticated<br />
looks, many surfaces within the Porsche<br />
Cayenne S Diesel come as standard in tanned<br />
leather. The driver grabs a three-spoke sports<br />
steering wheel complete with gearshift paddles.<br />
The rear seat backrests may now fold down<br />
separately in a 40: 20: 40 split. Offering a volume<br />
of 670 litres the luggage compartment in<br />
the Porsche Cayenne S is fully suited also for<br />
long trips with the driver and four passengers.<br />
The rear seats folding down either completely<br />
in split sections increase luggage compartment<br />
capacity when required in steps up to 1,780<br />
litres.<br />
Verdict<br />
The Porsche Cayenne Diesel S’ combination,<br />
of performance and efficiency makes it<br />
the unique model of the range. The Porsche<br />
Cayenne S Diesel isn’t quite as adapted for offroad<br />
driving as the original version, but we can’t<br />
imagine many people will care. This is because<br />
most large SUVs spend most of their time on<br />
the tarmac. Porsche Nairobi, located along<br />
Mombasa road, is the franchise holder. Prices of<br />
the Porsche Cayenne and other models across<br />
the range will be confirmed soon.<br />
What we like<br />
Powerful and efficient V8 engine<br />
Sporty handling<br />
Upmarket interior<br />
What we dislike<br />
Firm ride<br />
Expensive optional extras<br />
Rivals are cheaper<br />
Rating:<br />
Value:<br />
Presence:<br />
Interior:<br />
Styling:<br />
Equipment:<br />
Overall:<br />
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DIY<br />
Process on using<br />
the car Jack<br />
The most obvious reason to jack up a<br />
car is to change a tyre, but other jobs,<br />
such as inspecting brakes or carrying<br />
out an oil change, may also require<br />
you to get under the car. It’s important<br />
to observe the following safety precautions before<br />
you jack up the car:<br />
Use the jack only to get a car off the ground.<br />
Never, at any moment, use a jack to hold a car<br />
up in place!<br />
Block the wheels, to prevent them from rolling<br />
before jacking up a car. Use bricks, wooden<br />
wedges, or metal wheel chocks to block the<br />
wheels at the end of the car that aren’t being<br />
raised.<br />
If you’re changing a tire and you have nothing<br />
to block the wheels with, park near the curb<br />
with the wheels turned in. This may not keep<br />
you from getting hurt if the car rolls off the jack,<br />
but at least innocent motorists and pedestrians<br />
won’t have to deal with a runaway driverless<br />
vehicle!<br />
Never change a tyre on a road or major highway.<br />
Call road service or an automobile association<br />
such as the AA of Kenya for assistance.<br />
Ensure you have also parked the car away from<br />
the road to avoid blocking other road users.<br />
Place some life savers on each side of the road<br />
to alert other drivers.<br />
Always park a car on level ground before you<br />
jack it up. If you get a flat tyre on a hill and<br />
can’t coast to the bottom without killing the<br />
tyre completely, park close to the curb, turn the<br />
wheels toward the curb, and block the downside<br />
wheels securely to prevent the car from rolling.<br />
Put the car in Park, or in First gear if you have<br />
a manual transmission, and engage the parking<br />
brake before you jack up the car.<br />
After ensuring that you have followed the<br />
precautions proceed to jack up the car:<br />
1. Place the jack under the part of the car that it<br />
should contact when raised. If you’re using jack<br />
stands, place them near the jack. If you place<br />
your jack incorrectly, you can damage your car.<br />
To find the proper place to position the jack for<br />
your particular make and model of a car, check<br />
your owner’s manual.<br />
2. If you have a scissor jack, insert the rod or<br />
wrench over the knob, and then crank. If you<br />
have a hydraulic jack, place the handle into the<br />
appropriate location, and pump up and down.<br />
Use nice, even strokes, taking the jack handle<br />
from its lowest point to its highest point on each<br />
stroke to cut down on the labour involved.<br />
3. If you’re using a scissor jack, simply turn the<br />
crank in the opposite direction. If you’re using a<br />
hydraulic jack, use the rod to turn the pressure<br />
release valve. The jack will do the rest of the<br />
work for you.<br />
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Detecting the source of<br />
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You detect the smell of oil or exhaust<br />
fumes in the passenger compartment: The<br />
cause could be burned oil from the engine area.<br />
Another cause is a faulty exhaust pipe under<br />
the car, which lets exhaust gases into the car<br />
through the floorboards.<br />
You smell something sweet and steamy:<br />
Check the temperature gauge or light to see<br />
whether your engine is overheating.<br />
You smell burned toast: It may be an<br />
electrical short circuit, or the insulation on a<br />
wire may be burning. Check around under the<br />
bonnet. Driving is a bit risky, so get to the nearest<br />
petrol station, or have AA roadside service<br />
come to you.<br />
Car odour means trouble. But you can<br />
use them to diagnose mechanical<br />
problems. The only odours allowed<br />
inside your car should come from<br />
foodstuff that you’ve in. If the odour<br />
is from any of the items in the following list, take<br />
immediate action to correct it:<br />
A smell of burning rubber from under the<br />
bonnet: One of the car’s hoses may have come<br />
loose and landed on a hot part of the engine.<br />
Rescue it before it melts through.<br />
You smell something burning with the<br />
bonnet closed: Feel your wheels. If one is hot,<br />
a brake shoe or pad may be dragging. If none<br />
of these problems are the cause, an overheated<br />
clutch in a manual transmission car may be<br />
the cause.<br />
You smell oil burning: First, check the oil<br />
dipstick. You may be running out of oil or your<br />
engine may be overheating. Your temperature<br />
gauge may also be broken. If neither is the case,<br />
look for signs of oil leaking onto the engine<br />
block or exhaust manifold. If no oil is not leaking<br />
check the transmission fluid dipstick. If the<br />
transmission fluid is very low, it can be burned<br />
in the gearbox because the gears aren’t lubricated<br />
enough and are getting very hot.<br />
You smell fuel: If you have trouble starting<br />
the car, the engine may be flooded. Wait a few<br />
minutes and try again. If the smell comes from<br />
under the bonnet, check your fuel injection<br />
system and make sure that it isn’t leaking fuel.<br />
Check all visible fuel lines and hoses that lead to<br />
the fuel tank. If they’ve rotted or are disconnected,<br />
you’ll smell fuel vapours without seeing any<br />
leaks. Taking a look under the car after it has<br />
been parked overnight may help, but remember<br />
that fuel evaporates quickly, so the clues may be<br />
stains rather than wet spots. Don’t smoke while<br />
you check for a fuel leak! Fuel ignites easily, and<br />
its vapours can explode. If you smell fuel, and<br />
you haven’t just filled your tank, find the source<br />
of the leak and have it repaired immediately.<br />
You smell rotten eggs: The smell is probably<br />
coming from the catalytic converter, which<br />
is part of the exhaust system. The converter may<br />
be malfunctioning, or you may have a problem<br />
with your engine.<br />
Remember: If you detect any problems with<br />
your car that you can’t fix, take it to the nearest<br />
mechanic or authorised dealer for servicing<br />
and repair.<br />
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Q&A<br />
QHello <strong>Motor</strong> Editor. First is to<br />
thank you and your team for the<br />
great reviews and endless tips that<br />
you share with the readers every<br />
month. I am one of those lucky ladies spinning<br />
a very flashy German machine. However, my<br />
worry is that the car’s windscreen and door windows<br />
are losing their gloss. What’s your advice<br />
for people like me who want to maintain the<br />
sparkling shine of the car’s windows?<br />
Thanks.<br />
Agnes Wangui<br />
Via email<br />
AThank you for your question Agnes.<br />
You can get your car windows crystal<br />
clear without a lot of hassle. Car<br />
windows and mirrors have something<br />
other parts of the car’s don’t have namely<br />
transparency and reflectiveness. The soap you<br />
use on the rest of the car isn’t going to cut if you<br />
want invisible windows and gleaming mirrors.<br />
Keep the following in mind when cleaning windows<br />
and mirrors:<br />
1. Employ the same products you use to clean<br />
glass in your home to clean your car’s glass<br />
windows and mirrors. Many of these products<br />
simply spray on and wipe off without rinsing.<br />
2. Be sure to use a soft rag to avoid scratching<br />
the glass: Used newspaper also does a pretty<br />
good job.<br />
3. Wait to clean the inside surfaces of the windows<br />
and sunroof, if fitted, until you do the<br />
interior of the car.<br />
4. Use vertical strokes on the outside of the<br />
windows and sunroof, and horizontal strokes<br />
on the inside, so that you can see at a glance<br />
which side the streaks are on when you’re wiping<br />
off the cleaner.<br />
5. Lift your windshield wipers away from the<br />
glass to clean under them, and don’t forget to<br />
wipe the wipers, too. A dirty blade can streak<br />
or scratch the glass. Handle the wipers gently<br />
to avoid bending the mechanism. Remove dead<br />
leaves that may have accumulated in the well<br />
under the wipers.<br />
6. Carry a package of pre-moistened glass<br />
cleaner wipes and a clean soft rag in your car<br />
to spruce up the windshield when visibility gets<br />
cloudy.<br />
Consider your car’s shining trim to be its<br />
jewellery and keep it protected and looking<br />
good. Several excellent polishes are designed<br />
specifically to clean chrome without scratching<br />
the delicate layer of plating. These preparations<br />
also retard rust and leave the surface bright and<br />
shining. You can use chrome polish on other<br />
metal surfaces, too. If you can’t handle cleaning<br />
the shinning trim, visit a popper car wash for<br />
assistance.<br />
Hope that helps Agnes.<br />
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Driving Tips<br />
How to handle<br />
road rage<br />
Driving, whether for work or leisure,<br />
can be enjoyable. However,<br />
at times, driving is stressful and<br />
demanding. Drivers need to be<br />
fit, relaxed, and rested for the<br />
demands of safe motoring. Good driving requires<br />
a responsible attitude to other road users as well<br />
as a high level of concentration, observation, and<br />
anticipation.<br />
The reality is that everyone makes mistakes.<br />
Aggressive, selfish, or impatient attitudes influence<br />
the way we drive. This can develop into<br />
a tendency to take irresponsible risks, such as<br />
tailgating, exceeding speed limits, undertaking,<br />
or jumping red lights. Our emotional mood also<br />
influences our behaviour on the road.<br />
Drivers commonly express how they feel in<br />
the way they drive. Traffic delays and congestion<br />
can also influence our frame of mind. Life<br />
stresses such as relationship anxieties, financial<br />
or employment problems, domestic or workplace<br />
arguments influence our mood and can<br />
affect our attitude to driving and safety behind<br />
the wheel.<br />
Many drivers find different ways to keep calm<br />
but here are some suggestions on dealing with,<br />
and avoiding, potential conflict or “road rage.”<br />
Setting off<br />
When you are emotionally upset or psychologically<br />
caught up in something else, you are<br />
not able to give the road the full attention it<br />
deserves. Try to ensure that you are in a calm,<br />
good mood before driving. Plan time into journeys<br />
in case you are delayed by traffic as this can<br />
help to alleviate the pressure you feel if you’re<br />
running late.<br />
Driving<br />
When on the road, do not over-react or panic<br />
about another driver’s error. They may be<br />
unaware of their actions. Try to stay away from<br />
them and concentrate on driving well and<br />
within the law. Avoid getting into conflict with<br />
another driver and keep your mind focused on<br />
your driving.<br />
Concentrate on driving responsibly, staying<br />
calm and think logically. When confronted<br />
by an irate driver, don’t engage in gestures,<br />
headlight flashing or sounding the horn as this<br />
will serve no purpose and may exacerbate the<br />
situation. It will also distract you. Refrain from<br />
eye contact with an angry or aggressive driver<br />
as this has the potential to make the situation<br />
worse.<br />
If you find you are being followed by an impatient<br />
driver (tailgated), do not allow yourself<br />
to be “pushed” along, intimidated or made to<br />
increase your speed. Without actually pulling<br />
over or stopping, find a safe opportunity to allow<br />
that driver to overtake you. Circumnavigating a<br />
roundabout to enable a tailgater to get past you<br />
will add little time to your journey but can make<br />
a significant difference to stress levels<br />
Under no circumstances should you endanger<br />
your safety or well-being by getting out of the<br />
car to deal with an angry or aggressive driver.<br />
If confronted with a road rage situation, remain<br />
in the car with the windows closed and door<br />
locked. If necessary, call for help on a mobile<br />
phone (not while driving). If you accidentally<br />
cause another driver to become angry, hold up<br />
your whole hand as a friendly acknowledgement<br />
of your mistake. This can help diffuse<br />
tension. If your mood is affected by an incident<br />
during your journey, once you have moved<br />
away from any danger, find an opportunity to<br />
stop and take time out.<br />
Try to find time occasionally to reflect on<br />
your driving and think about how mood or<br />
stress levels affect your driving actions. If you<br />
are able to recognise when you’re stressed,<br />
angry or impatient while driving, you will be<br />
better equipped to deal with these emotions<br />
changes, as they are unavoidable. Remember,<br />
most motorists play their homes, work places,<br />
financial levels and relationships on the road as<br />
they drive. Soothing music may probably help<br />
ease the emotions.<br />
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Décor<br />
Benefits of tinted<br />
car windows<br />
<strong>Motor</strong>ists sometimes love when<br />
the sun comes out from behind<br />
the clouds – as they drive past<br />
greenery in the rural and suburban<br />
roads, until they have to<br />
get into towns in mid-day! No matter what colour<br />
the car is, the hot sun, in the jam caused by the traffic<br />
snarl ups, quickly turn the car into a baking oven.<br />
Not even the A/C is fast enough to avoid the sauna<br />
that quickly prepare itself inside your car. This is the<br />
main reason why you have to tint your car windows.<br />
According to several articles online, tinting<br />
your windows can keep the car up to 60%<br />
cooler! When your car stays cooler, your A/C<br />
doesn’t have to work as hard, putting less wear<br />
and tear on its components and saving on fuel.<br />
In addition to blocking a significant amount of<br />
heat, there are several other advantages to tinting<br />
your car’s windows.<br />
It’s not only the heat that is blocked by the tint.<br />
Window tint can block up to 99.9% of UVA and<br />
UVB rays, saving your skin from these harmful<br />
rays. These rays can also make the leather and<br />
other fabrics in your car start to fade, so tinting<br />
can help keep the interior of your car looking<br />
new longer.<br />
Tint can also make your car safer. The film that<br />
is applied to the windows can help to keep the<br />
glass together in an accident impact, preventing<br />
broken glass from spreading both inside and<br />
outside the car.<br />
At Professional Tinting Firms such as Cancare<br />
Uniglass Plus, a great selection of tint awaits you<br />
to choose from. They offer Proline 3D films<br />
that are pre-cut, pre-shaped and made to order<br />
specifically for your car. Their Charcool® film<br />
can be used on newer cars that have antennas or<br />
GPS integrated into the back window.<br />
Their skilled technicians will install the tint<br />
properly and professionally, getting you back on<br />
the road in no time. According to Darrell Smith,<br />
the executive director of the International<br />
Window Film Association (www.iwfa.com )<br />
two major trends in window tinting is worth<br />
consideration. “The first is that consumers are<br />
more aware of the damaging effect of the sun’s<br />
UV rays that can cause skin cancer. Factory car<br />
side and rear window glass may not prevent<br />
the harmful rays from coming into the interior<br />
space and harming the skin or fading interiors.<br />
Any quality window film, whether it’s clear or<br />
has a tint, will block up to 99 percent of the UV<br />
rays,” Smith writes. “The second trend is that<br />
window film has a lot more technology behind<br />
it. New films have coatings on them that will<br />
not interfere with radio signals, such as GPS,<br />
cell phones, radio and others. Some of the older<br />
films had heavy metal coatings that sometimes<br />
could interfere,” he stated.<br />
The IWFA lists a number of other benefits of<br />
tint: reduced fading and cracking of upholstery;<br />
reduced heat and increased air conditioning<br />
efficiency; comfort; less eye fatigue; and<br />
improved vision and safety.<br />
Shawn Shuman, a window tint film installer<br />
for over 12 years, younger motorists generally<br />
care more about appearance and privacy and<br />
order basic grades of “metalized” film or dyed<br />
films with a slight colour tint. To achieve this,<br />
higher end carbon and ceramic film is now<br />
available, like the Pinnacle 35 film, which may<br />
be required for proper operation of the myriad<br />
electronics in today’s cars. “Your car may have<br />
an antenna in the rear window, Bluetooth or<br />
even tyre pressure monitors which send a signal.<br />
Films are available to avoid interference<br />
with those items,” Shuman says.<br />
<strong>Motor</strong>ists must however, be educated about the<br />
different options tenable in car window tinting.<br />
For instance, “The Pinnacle grade film will<br />
reject about 57 percent of heat, while the comfort<br />
or middle grade will reject about 51 percent<br />
and the classic or basic grade about 35 percent,”<br />
Shuman says. The exact fit also matters. Do<br />
not use quacks or poor technology, as your car<br />
will look bad. In this vain, International Energy<br />
Savers recommends the use of a computerized<br />
layout machine to precisely cut the window film<br />
panels to the make and model of the car.<br />
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The use of technology is indispensable to avoid<br />
using the razor knife and possibly cutting a<br />
gasket or the film,” Shuman says. Shuman said<br />
the average installation takes about two hours,<br />
and costs vary depending upon the grade of<br />
film and car. But a four-door saloon would run<br />
in the range of Ksh 17,500 – 30,000 plus 16%<br />
VAT, and last anywhere from 5 to 15 years. The<br />
maintenance is equally important. Shuman recommends<br />
customers use only soap and water to<br />
clean the finished windows and no ammonia.<br />
DAANN<br />
For more details contact:<br />
CMC <strong>Motor</strong>s Group Ltd (Lusaka Road) P. O. Box 30135 – 00100 Nairobi.<br />
Tel: +254 6932345, 6932301/2, 6932000 Fax +254 20 650795,<br />
Mombasa: 041-2230490/1/2/3. Kisumu: 057-2023752/0138. Nakuru: 051-2211875/6/7.<br />
Eldoret: 053-2062565/6/7. Kitale: 054-30382/3. Meru: 064-30984/991. Nanyuki: 062-2030033<br />
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Car Loan<br />
financial institutions offer loans to purchase<br />
used or second hand cars. However, interest<br />
rates would be slightly higher for such cars.<br />
Other factors such as repayment capacity, car<br />
value, etc. would be considered as they do for<br />
a new car. It is mandatory to take a comprehensive<br />
car insurance cover anytime you have<br />
a loan outstanding, to cover the lender in the<br />
case of a loss. Insurance covers for cars vary<br />
with firms like UAP, CIC and Britam currently<br />
leading in innovative motor insurance covers<br />
that accords you the benefits including car hire<br />
in the case of accidents.<br />
Car Loan FAQs<br />
Getting a car loan is quickly becoming<br />
a norm for many Kenyans.<br />
Banks, car dealers and other financial<br />
institutions have loan offers to<br />
suit anyone’s needs. However, there<br />
are a number of frequently asked questions (FAQs)<br />
regarding car loans. The following are the common<br />
FAQs with corresponding answers.<br />
1. How do I get a car loan? Research on the<br />
offers available in the market and compare the<br />
terms, rates, and regulations on payments. You<br />
can ask friends and family for advice as well.<br />
Most banks like Barclay, KCB and Bank of<br />
Africa- Kenya have loans specifically tailored<br />
for car buyers, both new and used.<br />
2. Can I choose the type of interest rate?<br />
There are two types of interest rates on offer<br />
- fixed and floating. You can choose the bank<br />
which offers the type you need.<br />
3. What’s the total amount of loan I am<br />
eligible for? Most financial institutions offer<br />
up to 90 per cent of the car value as auto loan.<br />
However, the final value might vary with the<br />
lender and your ability to pay. The bankers<br />
consider factors such as car cost, age, type, and<br />
value in the second hand market while deciding<br />
the maximum amount of loan to offer. Some<br />
banks might even lend you 100 per cent of the<br />
car value, if your credit records support this.<br />
4. What are the required documentations<br />
and processing time? Like any other product,<br />
you would require to submit your personal<br />
identification number from KRA, national<br />
identity card, utility bill as proof of regular<br />
residence, residence address, employment and<br />
income proofs along with the loan application.<br />
After submission of the documents, it takes<br />
about 3-7 days for processing the loan and getting<br />
it sanctioned.<br />
5. Can I negotiate the interest? Yes, interest<br />
rates for car loans are not fixed. They can be<br />
negotiated. If you are a loyal customer to a bank<br />
and have made regular payments for previous<br />
loans, this will be considered. The revised rate<br />
will also be influenced by your holding some<br />
fixed deposits with the bank.<br />
6. What is the length of repayment? Typical<br />
loans repayment periods span between 1 to<br />
5 years. However, some financial institutions<br />
might offer a longer repayment period.<br />
7. Can I get a loan to buy a used car? Yes,<br />
8. Can my loan application be rejected?<br />
There are chances of your loan application<br />
getting rejected if you have a bad credit score.<br />
This might happen if you have applied for<br />
loans/credit cards multiple times, defaulted on<br />
previous loan payments, etc. If this is the first<br />
loan application, other factors such as income,<br />
organization you work for, your employment<br />
records, etc. will be considered. Most banks<br />
treat and consider small business owners as<br />
high risks due to the unpredictability of the<br />
SMMEs. Deal with the bank where you have<br />
good relationship. A number of motor dealers<br />
have own in-house finance packages that could<br />
help, where the large banks may not. Toyota<br />
Tsusho is one such finance available for car<br />
buyers.<br />
9. What if I don’t pay instalment on time?<br />
You need to make repayments regularly. Most<br />
of the banks allow you to miss one or two<br />
repayments. Kindly inform the bank in case<br />
of defaulting long before you actually miss out<br />
on the repayment. This will put you in good<br />
standing with the bank, just as you would with<br />
delayed payment on your credit card. However,<br />
beyond that you may be treated as a defaulter.<br />
They would have the authority to seize your car.<br />
Also, in case you default on the payment, your<br />
credit score will also take a hit and reduce your<br />
chances of loan eligibility in the future.<br />
10. When does the title pass to me? It is<br />
a practice that the log book is kept with the<br />
lender, along with the signed transfer documentations,<br />
until you complete the repayment. The<br />
title of a car purchased on loans rests with the<br />
lender, never the buyer, hence the mandatory<br />
car comprehensive insurance.<br />
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Tips<br />
Tyre buying tips<br />
Your tyres provide the contact between<br />
your car and the road. Clearly they<br />
play an extremely important part not<br />
only in your car’s performance, but<br />
overall safety. Without the right tyres,<br />
or tyres that are worn, your car’s ability to maximise<br />
traction with the road is compromised, and that<br />
can have serious consequences. So when looking<br />
for new tyres it is best to go to experts. It also pays<br />
to have a little knowledge of the basics as well, so<br />
you can feel assured you are getting the right tyres<br />
for your car.<br />
The first thing to be aware of is the specifications<br />
your car’s manufacturer has outlined for<br />
your car. You don’t have to stick to a particular<br />
brand, but the tyres you buy must fit the wheel<br />
properly, and be of a size and type recommended<br />
by the manufacturer. It is also important<br />
that both tyres on one axle have the same tread<br />
pattern & tread depth, or braking, steering and<br />
handling could be comprised.<br />
You may notice on the side of tyres there is a<br />
complex looking code. This provides all of the<br />
information you need to know about that tyre.<br />
For example, if a tyre has a code like this on its<br />
side - P205/65R15 94H – here’s what each part<br />
means:<br />
‘P’ means it is a passenger tyre<br />
205’ refers to the section width of the tyre<br />
when it is properly inflated. The section width<br />
is the distance between the tyre’s exterior sidewalls.<br />
‘65’ is a percentage describing the tyre’s<br />
‘aspect ratio’. This ratio relates to the comparison<br />
between the tyre’s section height and width.<br />
‘R’ stands for radial, which is a common tyre<br />
type and relates to its construction type.<br />
‘15’ is the wheel’s diameter in inches<br />
‘94’ describes the tyre’s load rating, which in<br />
this case is 670 kg. This is an index and relates<br />
to the maximum load that a tyre can carry at its<br />
maximum speed capability<br />
‘H’ is a code for the speed rating and in this<br />
case it means it is rated to travel at 210 km/h,<br />
when carrying a maximum load of 670 kg<br />
This may all seem quite complex but in essence<br />
it is just a very simple way of conveying all the<br />
information you need to know when the times<br />
comes to replacing your tyres. Don’t be afraid to<br />
do some research upfront and see what tyres get<br />
good reviews in car magazines and professional<br />
websites. Your tyre expert will also have some<br />
recommendations. When expertly fitted and<br />
aligned a good set of tyres is pivotal in providing<br />
efficient performance and safety, just as the<br />
maker intended, and will be one of the most<br />
important purchases you make for your car.<br />
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Safe Driving<br />
Driving in the fog<br />
they drive fast their cars push the air ahead of<br />
them giving a false sense of visibility as the fog<br />
‘slipstreams’ over the car. Secondly, the actually<br />
believe that the road ahead will be clear. Stay<br />
well back and allow yourself plenty of room to<br />
stop if necessary.<br />
Fog limits what you see ahead of the<br />
road. It’s more or less like driving at<br />
nigh with your headlights tuned off.<br />
Fog is caused by moisture in the air<br />
turning into fine vapour droplets - this<br />
happens when the temperature drops to what is<br />
called the ‘dew point’. You must always use lights if<br />
visibility is less than 100 metres. Your lights won’t<br />
help you to see in foggy conditions, however, they<br />
help others to see you, therefore the more light the<br />
better. Use your headlights and fog lamps. Parking<br />
or dim-dip lights are as good as useless in daytime<br />
fog because they will not penetrate the vapour sufficiently.<br />
If the fog is really thick during the day, use<br />
full headlights and spot-lamps or stop and wait for<br />
the fog to clear.<br />
Using fog lights<br />
Front fog lights are usually mounted low down<br />
and give a broad flat beam. This reduces the<br />
amount of light that is reflected back by water<br />
droplets in the air. The most benefit from front<br />
fog lamps can be gained at night, especially on<br />
roads with street lighting. Front fog lights will<br />
help you see the white lines and kerbs better.<br />
Use them with dipped headlights. Full lights are<br />
no use because the fog will simply reflect the<br />
light back making it harder to see. If the fog is<br />
really dense at night, switch off your headlights<br />
but leave on your front fog lamps other drivers<br />
will still be able to see you, but you will see<br />
more clearly because less light will be reflected<br />
back by the water vapour in the air. However, if<br />
the fog is really dense it’s best not to drive.<br />
Keeping safe distance<br />
Because you can’t see very far ahead you will<br />
have little or no warning if the car ahead of<br />
you stops suddenly. This is especially the case<br />
if it is using rear fog lights, which can mask the<br />
effect of brake-lights. The scenario can be made<br />
worse by slippery roads, which often accompany<br />
fog. Another problem on high speed roads<br />
is that fog can drift, one moment you have<br />
reasonable visibility, the next moment, you can<br />
see nothing. It doesn’t take a lot of imagination<br />
to think what might happen if the traffic ahead<br />
stops and you can’t see it. Occasionally you<br />
will see people driving fast and overtaking on<br />
foggy motorways - these drivers are under a<br />
false sense of security on two counts. First, as<br />
Other tips<br />
Avoid using full beam in fog at night, as the<br />
light will reflect back off the fog and reduce<br />
what you can see. Apart from dazzling the<br />
drivers in front, your full lights can throw a<br />
shadow in front of their cars making it harder<br />
for them to see.<br />
At junctions, wind down your window and<br />
listen for other traffic. Sound your horn to<br />
warn other drivers that you are there.<br />
Check your speed often, especially on normal<br />
and highways. You may be increasing your<br />
speed without realising.<br />
When you stop in traffic or at junctions, keep<br />
your foot on the brake pedal until you know<br />
that the driver behind has seen you.<br />
Use your windscreen wipers and washers<br />
often and keep your de-misters switched on.<br />
If the fog is really dense, use the left edge of<br />
the road as a guide.<br />
If you have to park, use a car park or a safe<br />
and suitable off-road location. Remember the<br />
early morning accidents occur due to impaired<br />
visibility arising out of the unclear fog. Limuru<br />
and Salgaa are clear black spots occasioned by<br />
fog.<br />
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Used Car Review<br />
2007 Volkswagen<br />
Passat – More value and<br />
practicality for less<br />
In 1973, Volkswagen debut the very first Passat into the global market. The Volkswagen<br />
Passat has long been a favourite among shoppers looking for a little more luxury and style<br />
in their midsize family saloon. For many folks, the Passat fills the gap that exists between<br />
normal, everyday family cars and the financially out-of-reach luxury brands.<br />
Displaying a classy, restrained style<br />
inside and out, the Volkswagen<br />
Passat gives the impression of quiet<br />
competence, which is borne out<br />
by its refined driving character. A<br />
quality cabin and competent handling, along with<br />
a supple ride, are typical Passat traits. The 2007<br />
Volkswagen Passat was the 6th generation model<br />
and debut in March 2005. The saloon continued to<br />
be on sale until 2011 when it was replaced by the<br />
current 7th generation model.<br />
Design<br />
The 2007 Volkswagen Passat is characterized<br />
by its powerful, avant-garde design.<br />
The 2007 Volkswagen Passat features a chrome<br />
medallion-shaped radiator grille and “staring”<br />
headlights. The athletic silhouette and powerful<br />
rear section design adds to its overall prominent<br />
look. An extra touch of style is added by<br />
the circular rear lights using LED technology<br />
for clearer brighter light. The confident shape<br />
of the C pillar, the curving trailing edge of the<br />
rear and the door mirrors with integrated LED<br />
indicators complete the story of aerodynamic<br />
design. The 2007 Volkswagen Passat is 4.77<br />
metres long and 1.82 metres wide offering<br />
plenty of interior and boot space. The saloon’s<br />
stylish lines, dynamic proportions and a wider<br />
stance lend it an extremely powerful, authentic<br />
look. This is enhanced by the chrome elements<br />
on the radiator grille, chrome side trim, and<br />
elegant chrome around the side windows. The<br />
wheels and tyres of the 2007 Volkswagen Passat<br />
are real eye-catchers. The differently designed<br />
alloy wheels, wide tyres, and anti-theft bolts<br />
The 2007 Volkswagen Passat is<br />
characterized by its powerful,<br />
avant-garde design<br />
combine flawlessly to enhance the car’s profile.<br />
Performance<br />
Kenyans looking for the 2007 Volkswagen<br />
Passat from used car lots should expect the car<br />
to be fitted with one of eight available engines.<br />
The sizes of the power units range between<br />
1.6-litre to 3.2-litre for the most powerful V6<br />
version. The FSI (petrol) engines feature homogeneous<br />
direct injection. The output of these<br />
engines is 85 kW / 113 hp, 110 kW / 147 hp and<br />
- in the case of the Turbo FSI - 147 kW / 197 hp.<br />
The 3.2 litre V6 FSI engine with 184 kW / 265<br />
hp is the most powerful petrol unit. The range<br />
of diesel engines available consists exclusively of<br />
advanced TDI engines. Their respective outputs<br />
are 77 kW / 103 hp, 103 kW / 138 hp and 125<br />
kW / 167 hp, which is the most powerful TDI<br />
unit. All engines are paired with an automatic<br />
(DSG). The DSG has six forward gears and<br />
shifts extremely quickly.<br />
Interior<br />
A glance into the interior of the 2007<br />
Volkswagen Passat shows a clear, fresh, and<br />
sophisticated design consisting of top-quality<br />
materials and a simple look. The interior’s large<br />
proportions are the result of the transversally<br />
installed engine and significantly large dimensions<br />
in every direction. As well as benefiting<br />
all passengers, the saloon’s impressive size<br />
is also apparent when loaded up. The 2007<br />
Volkswagen Passat offers an outstanding level<br />
of acoustic comfort. The interior has been<br />
effectively insulated; the body and suspension<br />
have been systematically optimised to meet the<br />
highest standards in terms of stability, vibration<br />
behaviour, and acoustics. In the rear, the<br />
2007 Volkswagen Passat impresses with three<br />
ergonomically contoured seat positions, as well<br />
as ample headroom and legroom. The standard<br />
rear bench seat splits and folds 60:40. The seat<br />
also has a load-through provision allowing long<br />
loads to be carried. The boot has an impressive<br />
565 litres, which beats some of its rivals. The<br />
2007 Volkswagen Passat features a 250 Watt<br />
eight speaker AM/FM/CD sound system. Other<br />
models might be shipped in with advanced<br />
sound systems by Dynaudio.<br />
Verdict<br />
The 2007 Volkswagen Passat is a great value<br />
Rating:<br />
Value:<br />
Presence:<br />
Interior:<br />
Styling:<br />
Equipment:<br />
Overall:<br />
for money saloon and offers everything you<br />
might need. The saloon is a well-equipped and<br />
well-built car with lots of room and perceived<br />
quality. The VW TDI engines give you the<br />
freedom to cover more kilometres at a cheaper<br />
rate. If you happen to purchase a diesel version<br />
of the Volkswagen Passat ensure you always fuel<br />
it with Shell diesel extra. Ensure it also receives<br />
proper servicing from authorised mechanics or<br />
from the franchise holder, VW Division of the<br />
giant CMC <strong>Motor</strong>s Group, on Lusaka Road,<br />
Industrial Area- Nairobi County.<br />
What we like<br />
Off-road ability<br />
Well kitted interior<br />
Efficient engines<br />
What we dislike<br />
Limited rear visibility<br />
Manual transmission for small engines<br />
Not for the extreme off road adventure<br />
Low resale value.<br />
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Head 2 Head<br />
<strong>2014</strong> Mercedes E-Class<br />
vs. <strong>2014</strong> BMW 5-Series<br />
Shopping for a new luxury saloon can be very difficult if you don’t<br />
know the differences between the models. Head 2 Head comparison of<br />
the <strong>2014</strong> Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. <strong>2014</strong> BMW 5-Series will hopefully<br />
help you find the right luxury car that meets your expectations.<br />
Both Mercedes-Benz and BMW are at the top of everyone’s list when<br />
searching for a new mid-sized luxury saloon.<br />
Both the <strong>2014</strong> Mercedes-Benz E-Class<br />
and the <strong>2014</strong> BMW 5-Series offer<br />
similar performance and luxury features<br />
but one of them is definitely the<br />
one. Both models recently received<br />
updates, which improved their overall look and<br />
drivability. In this month’s Head 2 Head, you will<br />
find out which, between the <strong>2014</strong> BMW 5-Series<br />
and <strong>2014</strong> Mercedes-Benz E-Class, is probably the<br />
one to go for.<br />
Meet the competitors<br />
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a long<br />
favourite in the midsize luxury segment. The<br />
luxury saloon has provided an appealing mix of<br />
comfort, performance, and safety for decades.<br />
The trademark qualities of Mercedes-Benz<br />
cars, such as vault like solidity and leadingedge<br />
technology, have also contributed to the<br />
E-Class’ great popularity among luxury buyers.<br />
No matter what model year you’re considering,<br />
this midsize Mercedes remains an excellent<br />
choice. It’s not an overstatement to say that the<br />
BMW 5-Series sets the standard for premium<br />
sport saloon. Most BMW 5-Series have an<br />
inline six-cylinder engine, though BMW has<br />
offered V8 versions since 1994, and the current<br />
generation now uses a turbocharged fourcylinder<br />
as its base engine. When people ask us<br />
to recommend luxury cars, BMW’s 5-Series is<br />
invariably high on the list.<br />
Round 1 – Design<br />
At the front of the <strong>2014</strong> Mercedes E-Class,<br />
the headlamps comprise all functional elements<br />
with a single headlamp lens. Flowing light<br />
elements within the headlamps help ensure<br />
that the “four-eyed” look has been graphically<br />
retained, affording the saloon an unmistakable<br />
night design. The low-beam headlamps and the<br />
daytime running lamps feature LED technology<br />
as standard. The swept-back bonnet and front<br />
bumper have also been redesigned to blend in<br />
more with the front. With its flowing lines, the<br />
bonnet follows the new design idiom in a sleek<br />
and very straightforward manner. The saloon’s<br />
contours merge elegantly and smoothly into the<br />
frame surrounding the radiator trim and the<br />
headlamps. The bumper is now free of all light<br />
functions.<br />
The striking sporting elegance is the standout<br />
design characteristic of the <strong>2014</strong> BMW<br />
5-Series saloon. The design is defined by the<br />
hallmark BMW proportions created by a long<br />
bonnet, long wheelbase, short overhangs and<br />
set-back passenger compartment. At the front<br />
end, additional contour lines for the BMW kidney<br />
grille surround and the restructured lower<br />
air intake accentuate the car’s sporting appearance.<br />
All the variants of the <strong>2014</strong> BMW 5-Series<br />
model family are fitted with Xenon headlights<br />
as standard. Joining the LED fog lamps on<br />
the options list are Adaptive LED Headlights.<br />
Horizontally structured and three-dimensional<br />
surfaces play a defining role in the new look of<br />
the rear end.<br />
Although the <strong>2014</strong> Mercedes-Benz E-Class<br />
received a major update to its overall design,<br />
it still doesn’t stand out compared to the<br />
composed and strikingly looking <strong>2014</strong> BMW<br />
5-Series.<br />
Round 2 – Performance<br />
The <strong>2014</strong> 5-Series employs BMW<br />
TwinPower Turbo technology to ensure an<br />
exemplary balance of driving pleasure and fuel<br />
consumption across the engine range. Just like<br />
its rivals, the <strong>2014</strong> Mercedes-Benz E-Class has<br />
made a significant step forward when it comes<br />
to efficiency. This comes courtesy of new, powerful<br />
BlueDIRECT engines featuring sophisticated<br />
direct injection technology. Compare the<br />
<strong>2014</strong> Mercedes-Benz E200 and the <strong>2014</strong> BMW<br />
520i and you quickly notice the near similarities<br />
between the two cars when it comes to<br />
performance. The <strong>2014</strong> BMW 520i is powered<br />
by a four-cylinder 2.0-litre 135 kW (181 hp) /<br />
270 Nm engine. The three pointed star uses a<br />
four-cylinder unit as well. The power unit has<br />
similar output of 135 kW (181 hp) but with 20<br />
Nm more torque. The <strong>2014</strong> Mercedes E-Class<br />
has equally refined engines as the <strong>2014</strong> BMW<br />
5-Series. However, the E-Class’ slow responding<br />
7-speed transmission cannot compare with<br />
BMW’s fast shifting 8-Speed automatic. The<br />
Beemer also consumes 6.2-litres per 100 km,<br />
which is 0.2-litres less, compared to its three<br />
pointed star rival. The difference appears minimal<br />
but in this age of high fuel prices, every<br />
litre counts.<br />
Round 3 – Interior<br />
Both the <strong>2014</strong> Mercedes-Benz E-Class and<br />
<strong>2014</strong> BMW 5-Series deliver on luxury and<br />
comfort in their own different way. The <strong>2014</strong><br />
Mercedes-Benz E-Class interior features a twopart<br />
trim on the dashboard that stretches across<br />
the entire width of the interior. The design for<br />
the air vents, an analogue clock between the two<br />
central air vents as well as redesigned controls<br />
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Head 2 Head<br />
Verdict<br />
The <strong>2014</strong> Mercedes-Benz E-Class epitoserve<br />
to highlight the overall high-quality feel of<br />
the interior of the <strong>2014</strong> Mercedes-Benz E-Class.<br />
The driver’s seat and front passenger seat can be<br />
electrically adjusted for height, backrest angle,<br />
and seat cushion angle. The spacious rear seats<br />
provide room for three occupants as standard in<br />
the form of a bench seat with three rear headrests,<br />
an armrest with stowage compartment.<br />
Generous levels of space, exquisite materials<br />
and high-quality workmanship all contribute<br />
to the premium ambience characteristic of<br />
the 2015 BMW 5-Series. The cockpit is inclined<br />
towards the driver. The horizontal lines of<br />
the instrument panel accentuate the feeling of<br />
space. All displays, knobs and buttons serving<br />
comfort functions are situated centrally for use<br />
by the driver and front passengers. Both front<br />
seats come standard with 10-way power adjustment<br />
including head-restraint height. The seating<br />
position has been improved especially for<br />
the rear passengers. The large luggage compartment<br />
and the 40:60 folding rear-seat backrests<br />
provide greater flexibility in enlarging the car’s<br />
transport capacities.<br />
The <strong>2014</strong> BMW 5-Series now offers almost<br />
the same amount of room just as the <strong>2014</strong><br />
Mercedes-Benz E-Class. The Beemer is fractionally<br />
smaller all-round, but for the first time<br />
it can seat four large adults in comfort. Hence<br />
when it comes to comfort, the three pointed<br />
star wins.<br />
mizes the modern midsize luxury car with<br />
its elegant furnishings, exacting workmanship,<br />
huge selection of engines and features. The <strong>2014</strong><br />
BMW 5-Series on the other provide a refined<br />
premium impression and increased functionality.<br />
Generous levels of space, exquisite materials,<br />
and high-quality workmanship. Although<br />
there qualities are similar, the <strong>2014</strong> BMW<br />
5-Series is better in terms of looks, performance,<br />
efficiency, and driving dynamics. The<br />
<strong>2014</strong> Mercedes-Benz E-Class only manages<br />
to beat the Beemer in terms of interior space.<br />
Hence, the <strong>2014</strong> BMW 5-Series emerges as the<br />
clear winner and hot favourite.<br />
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CM<br />
MY<br />
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CMY<br />
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<strong>2014</strong> BMW 5-Series<br />
What we like<br />
Striking looks<br />
Impressive handling<br />
Luxurious interior<br />
<strong>2014</strong> Mercedes-Benz E-Class<br />
What we like<br />
Superb ride and handling<br />
Smooth and economical engines<br />
Timeless and good resale value<br />
Key Rivals<br />
Audi A6<br />
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MANUFACTURER Model Name Retail Price (Ksh) Status<br />
AUDI<br />
Hatchbacks A1 PoA S/O<br />
A2 PoA S/O<br />
A3 PoA S/O<br />
Saloons A4 PoA S/O<br />
A6 PoA S/O<br />
A8 PoA S/O<br />
Sport Saloons & Couples A5 PoA S/O<br />
A7 PoA S/O<br />
Crossover SUVs Q3 PoA S/O<br />
Q5 PoA S/O<br />
SUV Q7 S/O<br />
BMW<br />
Saloons 1 Series 4,400,000 S/O<br />
3 Series 5,500,000 S/O<br />
5 Series 9,200,000 S/O<br />
7 Series 22,000,000 S/O<br />
Crossover SUVs X1 5,280,000 S/O<br />
X3 8,500,000 S/O<br />
SUVs X5 11,600,000 S/O<br />
SAVs X6 11,900,000 S/O<br />
CHEVROLET<br />
Saloons Aveo 2,225,000 *<br />
Cruze 1.6 MT DLX 2,950,000 *<br />
Cruze 1.8 AT LUX 3,450,000 *<br />
Crossover SUVs Captiva 2.4 5,000,000 *<br />
CHRYSLER<br />
Saloons Chrysler 300C ( AII-NEW) PoA S/O<br />
DAIHATSU<br />
Crossover SUVs Terios DX M/T with A/C - low spec 3,500,000 *<br />
Terios SX AT - Hi Spec 3,750,000 *<br />
FORD<br />
Hatchbacks Figo 1.4 Litre M/T Ambiente - P 1,500,000 *<br />
Saloons Focus 1.6 Litre Ambiente - P 2,850,000 *<br />
Focus 1.6 Litre Trend - P 2,950,000 *<br />
Crossover SUVs Kuga 2.5 Litre A/T Tiptronic -T P 5,346,000 *<br />
Pick-Ups Ranger 2.2 Litre - S/C 4x2 ( High Ride) 2,829,000 *<br />
Ranger 2.2 Litre - S/C 4x4 ( Low Ride) 3,044,000 *<br />
Ranger 2.2 Litre - S/C 4x4 (SP) 3,150,000 *<br />
Ranger 2.2 Litre - D/C 4x2 ( Low Ride) 3,675,000 *<br />
Ranger 2.2 Litre - D/C 4x4 3,958,000 *<br />
Ranger 2.2 Litre - D/C 4x4 (SP) 4,051,000 *<br />
Ranger 2.2 Litre - D/C 4x4 ( XL) 4,116,000 *<br />
Ranger 2.2 Litre - D/C 4x4 (High Ride) 4,645,000 *<br />
Ranger 3.2 Litre D/C 4x4 ( XL A/T) 4,304,000 *<br />
Ranger 3.2 Litre D/C 4x4 ( XLT M/T) 4,950,000 *<br />
Ranger 3.2 Litre D/C 4x4 ( Limited) 5,763,000 *<br />
SUVs Everest 2.5 Litre M/T - T D 4,721,000 * S/O<br />
IMPORTANT<br />
1. This price list does NOT constitute<br />
an offer and is subject to change<br />
without notice.<br />
2. The price ruling on the date of delivery<br />
will be the effective price.<br />
3. This price list supersedes all previous<br />
price lists.<br />
Exchange rate<br />
1 USD - Ksh 85<br />
1 Euro - Ksh 110<br />
KEY<br />
* Prices as of 1st quarter of<br />
2013<br />
PoA Price on Application<br />
TBA To Be Announced<br />
A/L Awaiting Launch<br />
O/S Out of Stock<br />
S/O Special Order<br />
A/T Automatic Transmission<br />
M/T Manual Transmission<br />
CVT Continuous Valve Transmission<br />
A/C Aircondition<br />
UnLTD Unlimited<br />
S/C Single Cab<br />
D/C Double Cab<br />
C/C Crew Cab<br />
CKD Completely Knocked Down<br />
SUV Sports Utility Vehicle<br />
SAV Sports Activity Vehicle<br />
MPV Multi Purpose Vehicle<br />
LCV Light Commercial Vehicle<br />
HCV Heavy Commercial Vehicle<br />
P Petrol<br />
D Diesel<br />
TD Turbo Diesel<br />
A/C Aircondition<br />
A/B Air Bag<br />
DSC Direct Shift Gearbox<br />
STD Standard<br />
LUX<br />
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HSE<br />
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MANUFACTURER Model Name Retail Price (Ksh) Status<br />
Everest 2.5 Litre A/T - Turbo Diesel 5,248,000 *S/O<br />
FOTON<br />
Pick-Ups SUP V S/C 4x2 1,850,000 *<br />
SUP V D/C 4x2 1,950,000 *<br />
Conquerer D/C 4x2 2,450,000 *<br />
Tunland 4x2 3,383,000 *<br />
Tunland 4x4 3,808,000 *<br />
MPVs View Minibus 2,500,000 *<br />
GWM<br />
Pick-Ups Wingle 3 S/C 2.2 Litre 4x2 - P 1,400,000 *<br />
Wingle 5 S/C 2.5 Litre 4x2 - D 1,788,793 *<br />
Wingle 5 S/C 2.5 Litre 4x4 - D 2,025,862 *<br />
Wingle 5 STD D/C 2.5 Litre 4x4 - D 2,500,000 *<br />
Wingle 5 LUX D/C 2.5 Litre 4x4 - D 2,801,724 *<br />
SUVs Haval H5 STD 2.4 Litres 4x2 (M/T) - P 2,543,103 *<br />
Haval H5 STD 2.4 Litres 4x4 (M/T) - P 2,801,724 *<br />
Haval H5 LUX 2.4 Litres 4x4 (M/T) - P 2,952,586 *<br />
Haval H5 LUX 2.0 Litres 4x24 (A/T) - D 3,577,586 *<br />
HONDA<br />
Hatchbacks Brio 1.2 Litre Small Hatchback TBA *<br />
Jazz 1.3 Litre (2 Grade) TBA *<br />
Jazz 1.5 Litre (2 Grade) TBA *<br />
Civic Hatchback 1.8 Litre (2 Grade) TBA *<br />
Saloons Ballade 1.5 Litre (2 Grade) TBA *<br />
Civic Sedan 1.6 Litres (2 Grade) TBA *<br />
Civic Sedan 1.8 Litres (3 Grade) TBA *<br />
Accord 2.0 Litre TBA *<br />
Accord 2.2 Litre TBA *<br />
Accord Tourer 2.0 Litre TBA *<br />
Accord Tourer 2.2 Litre TBA *<br />
Crossover SUVs CR-V 2.0 Litre TBA *<br />
CR-V 2.4 Litre TBA *<br />
ISUZU<br />
Pick- uPS TFR 54 2,460,000 *<br />
TFS 85 S/C 2,925,000 *<br />
TFS 54 D/C 3,168,000 *<br />
TFS 85 D/C 4,127,000 *<br />
JAGUAR<br />
Saloons XF 3.0 Litre Luxury 10,000,000 *<br />
XF 3.0 Litre Premium Luxury 10,500,000 *<br />
XFR 5.0 Litre Supercharged 15,300,000 *<br />
XJ 3.0 Litre Premium Luxury 15,800,000 *<br />
XJ 5.0 Litre Premium Luxury 16,500,000 *<br />
XKR 5.0 Litre Supercharged Coupe 17,000,000 *<br />
JEEP<br />
Crossover SUVs Wrangler Sahara 4-Door 2.8 Litre A/T D 5,600,000 *<br />
Wrangler Sahara 4-Door 3.6 Litre A/T UnTD P 5,400,000 *<br />
MANUFACTURER Model Name Retail Price (Ksh) Status<br />
SUVs Grand Cherokee 3.6 Litre A/T LTD- P 6,800,000 *S/O<br />
Grand Cherokee 3.6 Litre A/T Overland - P 7,650,000 *<br />
KIA<br />
Saloons Rio 1.5 Litres LS- P 2,350,000 *<br />
Cerato 1.6 Litres - P 3,000,000 *<br />
Optima 2.0 Litre - D 3,500,000 *<br />
Crossover SUVs Sportage 2.0 Litre- P 4,200,000 *<br />
Sportage 2.0 Litre- D 4,600,000 *<br />
Sorento 2.4 Litre- P 4,900,000 *<br />
Sorento 2.2 Litre- D 5,200,000 *<br />
Pick-Ups K2700 S/C Pick-Up 2,100,000 *<br />
LAND ROVER<br />
MPVs Defender 110 TD4 ( Chassis Cab) (CKD) 3,750,000 *<br />
Defender 110 TD4 ( S/W) (CKD) 4,700,000 *<br />
Defender 110 TD4 ( Pick-Up) (CKD) 4,400,000 *<br />
Defender 90 PUMA S/W TD4 (3 Door ) 4,450,000 *<br />
Defender 130 C/C (CKD) 5,200,000 *<br />
SUVs Defender 110 2.4 Litre TD4 S/W (FBU) 6,100,000 *<br />
Defender 130 2.4 Litre TD4 C/C (FBU) 5,800,000 *<br />
Defender 130 2.4 Litres TD4 C/C (CKD) 6,950,000 *<br />
Freelander 2.2 Litre TD4- Turbo D S 7,500,000 *<br />
Freelander 2.2 Litre TD4- Turbo D SE 9,900,000 *<br />
Discovery 2.7 Litre V6 Diesel S 10,500,000 *<br />
Discovery 2.7 Litre V6 Diesel SE 11,500,000 *<br />
Discovery 2.7 Litre V6 HSE 10,000,000 *<br />
Discovery 3.0 Litre V6 Diesel HSE 12,000,000 *<br />
MAZDA *<br />
Saloon Mazda 6- 2.0 Litres A/T 3,600,000 *<br />
Pick-Ups BT50 D/C 4x4 3,500,000 *<br />
MARUTI<br />
MPVs Omni (Cargo) 860,000 *<br />
Omni (Passenger) 860,000<br />
EECO (5-Seater) 1,240,000 *<br />
EECO (5-Seater) Airconditioning 1,330,000 *<br />
EECO (7-Seater) 1,260,000<br />
Maruti (Gypsy) 1.3 Litre Soft Top 1,400,000 *<br />
Maruti (Gypsy) 1.3 Litre Hard Top 1,700,000<br />
MERCEDES-BENZ<br />
Saloons C180CGI 1597cc Auto Elegance (W204) 5,450,000 *<br />
C200CGI 179cc Auto Elegance (W204) 5,990,000 *<br />
E200CGI 1796cc (184hp) 6,990,000 *<br />
E200CGI 1796cc (204hp) 7,350,000 *<br />
E200CGI 2996cc (231hp) 7,750,000 *<br />
S320CGI POA *<br />
S500CGI POA *<br />
SUVS ML350 PETROL INTERCOOLER 6 CYLINDER 11,500,000 *<br />
ML350 PETROL 11,800,000 *<br />
GL350CDi 13,500,000 *<br />
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Car Pricing <strong>2014</strong><br />
MANUFACTURER Model Name Retail Price (Ksh) Status<br />
MITSUBISHI *<br />
Saloons Lancer 1.6 Litre GLX M/T 2,200,000 *<br />
Lancer 1.6 Litre GLX A/T 2,400,000 *<br />
Lancer 2.0 Litre GLS A/T 3,600,000 *<br />
Lancer 2.0 Litre GL A/T 4,187,000 *<br />
Crossover SUVs Outlander 2.4 Litre M/T 4,900,000 *<br />
SuvS Pajero Sport 2.5 Litre M/T TD 4,150,000 *<br />
Pajero Sport 2.5 Litre A/T TD 4,750,000 *<br />
Pajero Sport 2.5 Litre A/T TD ( 7 seater) 6,900,000 *<br />
Pick-Ups L200 From 1,899,000 *<br />
NISSAN *<br />
Saloons SunnyAlmera 1.5 Litre STD - P 1,995,000 *<br />
SunnyAlmera 1.5 Litre HI Spec M/T - P 2,450,000<br />
Nissan Sunny Almera 1.5 Litre Hi Spec Auto - P 2,550,000 *<br />
TIIDA Saloon 1.6 Litre SC11 M/T -P 2,700,000 *<br />
TIIDA Saloon 1.6 Litre SC11 A/T-P 2,800,000 *<br />
TIIDA Saloon 1.8 Litre SC11 M/T-P 2,900,000 *<br />
TIIDA Saloon 1.8 Litre SC11 A/T-P 3,200,000 *<br />
Pick-Ups NP 200 3/4 Ton 1.6 Litre (4x2) S/Cab - P 1,900,000 *<br />
Hardbody (4x2) 2.7 Litre S/Cab - X56 / X09 - D 2,385,000 *<br />
Hardbody (4x4) 3.2 Litre S/C - X82 / X33 - D 2,890,000 *<br />
Hardbody (4x2) 2.7 Litre S/C - X40 / X34 - D 3,100,000 *<br />
Hardbody (4x4) 3.2 Litre S/C - X83 / X12 - D 3,685,000 *<br />
Hardbody (4x4) 3.2 Litre D/C - X83 / X37 - D 3,850,000 *<br />
Hardbody (4x4) 2.5 Litre D/C - J86 / X38 - TD 4,000,000 *<br />
Navara (4x4) 2.5 Litre D/ SE - 6 M/T STD - TD 4,350,000 *<br />
Navara (4x4) 2.5 Litre D/ LE - 6 M/T WIDE - TD 4,880,000 *<br />
Navara (4x4) 2.5 Litre D/ LE - 5 A/T WIDE - TD 4,980,000 *<br />
Crossover SUVs X-Trail Mpfi 2.0 Litre M/T P 4,987,500 *<br />
X-Trail Eti 2.2 Litre M/T TD 5,838,000 *<br />
X-Trail Mpfi 2.5 Litre CVT T31-P 6,142,500 *<br />
Qashqai 2.0 Litre (4x4) 5 CVT (5-Seater) -P 4,400,000 *<br />
Qashqai 2.0 Litre (4x2) 6 CVT (7-Seater) -P 4,175,000 *<br />
SUVs Pathfinder 2.5 Litre (4x4) 6 M/T R51C 802 - D 6,850,000 *<br />
Pathfinder 2.5 Litre (4x4) 5 A/T R51C 804 - D 7,150,000 *<br />
Murano 3.5 Litre (4x4) M/CVT Z51 - P 9,500,000 *<br />
Patrol 3.0 Litre Gl - Y61 -TD 8,064,000 *<br />
Patrol 3.0 Litre GRX - Y61 -TD 10,473,750 *<br />
Patrol 4.2 Litre STD - Y61 -D (Project Vehicle) 7,192,500 *<br />
Patrol 4.2 Litre GL - Y61 -D 8,662,500 *<br />
Patrol 4.2 Litre SGL - Y61 -D 10,473,750 *<br />
Patrol 4.8 Litre SGL - Y61 -D 11,392,500 *<br />
Patrol Pick Up 4.2 Litre UY61 + S/ Fuel tank-D 4,750,000 *<br />
MPVs Minibus 2.4 Litre E24 -P 3,225,000 *<br />
Minibus 2.7 Litre E24 -D *<br />
Civilian Bus 4.2 Litre-TOURIST VERSION -W41-D 8,450,000 *<br />
PEUGEOT<br />
Hatchbacks 308 1.6 Litre Acess HDi D 3,650,000 *<br />
308 1.6 Litre Alure P 3,249,000 *<br />
MPVS 3008 1.6 Litre Auto 4,849,000 *<br />
3008 1.6 Litre Fully Loaded 5,299,000 *<br />
Partner Teepee 1.5 HDi 3,510,000 *<br />
Partner Teepee 1.5 Litre P 2,999,000 *<br />
Saloons 508 Active Petrol (Auto) 4.999,000 *<br />
508 Allure Petrol (Auto) 5,499,000 *<br />
Estates 308 1.6 Litre Acess HDi (D) 3,249,000 *<br />
MANUFACTURER Model Name Retail Price (Ksh) Status<br />
RANGE ROVER *<br />
Crossover SUVs Evoque Si4 Dynamic (3 Door Coupe) 11,100,000 *<br />
Evoque Sd4 Dynamic (3 Door Coupe) 11,300,000 *<br />
Evoque Sd4 Dynamic (5 Door) 11.300,000 *<br />
Evoque Si4 Dynamic (5 Door) 11,000,000 *<br />
Evoque Sd4 Dynamic (5 Door) 11,500,000 *<br />
SUVs Sport 3.0 Litre V6 TD- TDV6 19,145,000 *<br />
Sport 3.6 Litre V8 TD- TDV8 20,500,000 *<br />
Sport 5.0 Litre V8 P 19,600,000 *<br />
Sport 5.0 Litre V8 Supercharged P 22,300,000 *<br />
3.6 Litre V8 TD TDV8 19,145,000 *<br />
4.4 Litre V8 TD TDV8 20,500,000 *<br />
5.0 Litre V8 Petrol 19,600,000 *<br />
5.0 Litre V8 Supercharged P 22,300,000<br />
RENAULT<br />
Saloons Fluence 1.6 Litre -P 2,850,000 *<br />
Crossover SUVs Koleos 2.5 Litre -P 4,900,000 *<br />
SKODA<br />
MPVs Yeti 1.8 Litre TSi 4x4 M/T 3,850,000 *<br />
SUBARU<br />
Saloons Impreza 1.6i CVT 4,350,000 *<br />
Legacy 2.0 M/T 5,250,000 *<br />
Legacy 2.0 A/T 5,425,000 *<br />
Wagons Legacy 2.0 M/T 4,975,000 S/O<br />
Legacy 2.0 A/T CVT 5,235,000 S/O<br />
Crossover Hatchbacks XV 2.0i A/T CVT (Full Spec) 4,745,000 *<br />
XV 2.0i A/T CVT (Full Spec) 4,985,000 *<br />
Crossover Wagons Forester 2.0i - L 5,250,000 *<br />
Forester 2.0 XT (Turbo) 7,095,000 *<br />
Forester 2.5 XT AT (Full Spec) 6,525,000 S/O<br />
Outback 2.5i M/T 6-speed 6,215,000 S/O<br />
Outback 2.5i A/T CVT 6,475,000 *<br />
Outback 3.6R A/T 7,675,000 *<br />
Crossover SUVs Tribeca 3.6 8,150,000 *<br />
SUZUKI<br />
Saloons SX4 1.6 Litre (A/T) 2,800,000 *<br />
Crossover SUVs Grand Vitara 2.0 Litre (M/T) 4,000,000 *<br />
Grand Vitara 2.0 Litre (A/T) 4,600,000 *<br />
Grand Vitara 2.4 Litre (M/T) 3,720,000 *<br />
Grand Vitara 2.4 Litre (A/T) 3,995,000 *<br />
Mini MPVs Jimny 1.3 Litre JX 2,450,000 *<br />
Jimny 1.3 Litre JX M/T 2,800,000 *<br />
TOYOTA<br />
Saloons Corolla 1.3 Litre M/T P with A/C 2,590,000 *<br />
Corolla 1.3 Litre M/T P 2,760,000 *<br />
Corolla 1.6 Litre Loaded Specs M/T P 2,800,000 *<br />
Corolla 1.6 Litre Loaded Specs M/T P 2,970,000 *<br />
Corolla 1.8 Litre Loaded Specs M/T P 3,000,000 *<br />
Corolla 1.8 Litre Loaded Specs A/T P 3,000,000 *<br />
Camry 2.5 Litre A/T - Petrol 8,200,000 *<br />
Crossover MPVs Avanza 1.5 Litre - Hi Spec M/T -P 2,600,000 *<br />
Crossover SUVs RAV4 2.0 Litre 4x2 STD (CVT) 4,000,000 *<br />
RAV4 2.5 Litre 4x4 Hi-SPEC 5,100,000 *<br />
Fortuner 3.0 Litre (M/T) D 5,000,000 *<br />
Fortuner 3.0 Litre (M/T) D 7 seater) 5,200,000 *<br />
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Car Pricing <strong>2014</strong><br />
MANUFACTURER Model Name Retail Price (Ksh) Status<br />
SUVs Prado 3.0 Litre TX M/T D 6,800,000 *<br />
Prado 2.7 Litre TX-L M/T P 7,200,000 *<br />
Prado 3.0 Litre TX-L M/T TD 10,200,000 *<br />
Prado 3.0 Litre VX-L M/T TD 10,500,000 *<br />
Landcruiser STD 4.5 Litre M/T TD 11,200,000 *<br />
Landcruiser XG 4.5 Litre M/T TD 12,100,000 *<br />
Landcruiser VX 4.5 Litre A/T TD 14,400,000 *<br />
Landcruiser VX 4.5 Litre A/T TD [A1] 15,400,000 *<br />
Landcruiser VX 4.5 Litre A/T TD [A2] 16,200,000 *<br />
Pick-Ups Hilux 2.0 Litre 4x2 S/C - P 2,600,000 *<br />
Hilux 2.5 Litre 4x2 S/C - TD 2,500,000 *<br />
Hilux 2.5 Litre 4x4 S/C - TD 3,100,000 *<br />
Hilux 2.5 Litre 4x2 D/C - TD 3,400,000 *<br />
Hilux 2.5 Litre 4x4 D/C - TD 4,000,000<br />
Hilux 2.5 Litre 4x4 D/C DELUXE- TD 4,500,000 *<br />
Land Cruiser 4.2 Litre 4x4 HD Pick-Up 4,200,000<br />
Land Cruiser 4.2 Litre M/T D Ambulance 5,700,000 *<br />
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<strong>Motor</strong> Acronyms<br />
ACRONYM NAME DEFINITION<br />
ABS<br />
Antilock Braking<br />
System<br />
Prevents the wheels of a car locking up and skidding under sudden or heavy braking.<br />
Hence control and steering of the car is maintained<br />
A/C Air-conditioning Absorbs heat and blows refrigerated air into the cabin of the car, cooling it to below the<br />
ambient air temperature<br />
ACC Active Cruise Control Using a front-mounted RADAR, ACC detects slower vehicles ahead and will maintain a<br />
relative driving speed to ensure a safe following distance.<br />
AFM<br />
Active Fuel Management<br />
Also known as MDS (Multi Displacement System) or VCM (Variable Cylinder Management).<br />
During light operation the car’s engine can shut off cylinders so less fuel is used.<br />
ATC Active Traction Control Used primarily in off road 4x4 applications ATC (also often referred as A-Trac) brakes<br />
spinning wheels and diverts torque to other wheels to gain traction in slippery surfaces.<br />
AWD All Wheel Drive Popular terminology for permanent four-wheel drive systems. Vehicle can distribute<br />
power to all four wheels rather than just to the front or rear vehicle wheels only.<br />
BHP Brake Horse Power The measure of a car engine's horsepower before the rest of the vehicle's drive train. The<br />
metric equivalent is Kilowatts (kW). 1 BHP = 0.745kW.<br />
CRD Common Rail Diese A single, highly pressurized fuel line supplies diesel to all cylinders allowing for finer control<br />
over fuel use. Vastly reduces diesel engine's noise and improves fuel economy.<br />
ESP Electronic Stability Program Dramatically helps in correcting vehicle instability during uncontrollable under or<br />
over steer situations by measuring lateral acceleration at the car's centre of gravity.<br />
Also Known as VSA, DSC, ESC<br />
FSi Fuel Stratisfied Injection Also known as DI (Direct Injection) or GDI (Gasoline Direct Injection). Petrol is<br />
injected at high pressure directly into the car’s combustion chamber; the air fuel<br />
mixture can run far leaner than conventional EFI systems so is more efficient.<br />
FWD Front Wheel Drive A car’s engine power is delivered through the front wheels. Is more common today<br />
than Rear Wheel Drive.<br />
GVW Gross Vehicle Weight The maximum recommended weight for a vehicle, including: the weight of the<br />
vehicle itself, fuel and other fluids, passengers, and all cargo.<br />
HAC Hill Assist Control A safety feature intended for off-road use. Helps prevent the vehicle from rolling<br />
backward or slipping sideways when performing hill start on steep or slippery<br />
gradients.<br />
HID High Intensity Discharge High Intensity Discharge lighting technology uses electric inducers to provide<br />
an arc inside a gas-filled bulb, enhancing night driving. Only trained technicians<br />
should maintain the system.<br />
kW Kilowatt The metric equivalent of Brake Horsepower. Used to measure the energy output of<br />
a vehicle's engine.<br />
CVT<br />
DAC<br />
Continuous Valve<br />
Transmission<br />
Downhill Assist<br />
Control<br />
A continuously variable transmission is an automatic transmission that can vary drive<br />
ratios seamlessly using an internal belt and cone arrangement.<br />
A safety feature intended for off-road use. The vehicle's ABS and throttle control systems<br />
to maintain a gradual more controlled decent on steep or slippery off-road surfaces.<br />
LED Light Emitting Diode LED's are semiconductors that emit light when an electric current is applied.<br />
Increasingly popular in vehicle lighting as they have a much quicker response time<br />
and last longer.<br />
LHD Left Hand Drive The steering wheel and controls on the left hand side of cars driven on the right<br />
hand side of the road in countries such as the USA.<br />
DOHC<br />
Double Overhead<br />
Camshaft<br />
A now very common vehicle engine design that places two camshafts (one to operate inlet<br />
valves, one to operate exhausts valves) mounted above the cylinder head.<br />
DSG Direct Shift Gearbox A computer controlled manual gearbox that pre selects additional gears to the current<br />
driven gear. No clutch pedal is required and the next gear can be engaged very rapidly.<br />
LPG<br />
Liquid Petroleum Gas<br />
LPG<br />
LPG is a popular alternative fuel to petrol or diesel. The cost per liter is less than<br />
petrol but it is less fuel efficient.<br />
LSD Limited Slip Differential A limited Slip Differential allows two driving wheels to operate in unison when<br />
one breaks traction. It provides improved control and traction in slippery conditions.<br />
EBD<br />
Electronic Brake Distribution<br />
Electronically controls and distributes appropriate brake pressure to all brakes dependant<br />
on load and braking force. Replaces traditional mechanical brake proportioning valve.<br />
LWB Long Wheel Base Front and rear axles are further apart therefore the body or cargo deck of a commercial<br />
vehicle will be longer than other model variations.<br />
ECU Electronic Control Unit An ECU is an electronic "brain" which controls a system in a car, such as the engine management<br />
system, transmission or body electrics.<br />
NM Newton Meter Measurement of a vehicle's engine torque. Torque is the turning force of the car’s<br />
engine.<br />
EDC<br />
EFI<br />
EGR<br />
Electronic Damper<br />
Control<br />
Electronic Fuel Injection<br />
Exhaust Gas Recirculation<br />
Electronic Damper Control An ECU-controlled wheel suspension system that adjusts<br />
the shock absorbers and regulates damper forces electronically adapting to changing road,<br />
load or driving conditions.<br />
EFI systems replace carburetors as fitted to older vehicles. The electronically controlled<br />
fuel injectors deliver fuel more efficiently, improving economy, emissions and drivability.<br />
A proportion of car exhaust gasses are redirected back into the car’s engine to help burn<br />
fuel more efficiently and significantly reduce harmful emissions.<br />
OEM<br />
Original Equipment Manufacturer<br />
Manufacturer/supplier of components fitted to a new car at the time of manufacture.<br />
PAS Power Assisted Steering A system designed to reduce the effort required to steer the vehicle, particularly at<br />
low parking speeds. Can be Hydraulic, Electric or a combination of both.<br />
PDC Park Distance Control An audible warning device that alerts the driver when their car is getting close to<br />
other cars or objects when parking<br />
ELR<br />
Emergency Locking<br />
Retractor<br />
Seatbelts which are always unlocked except in emergency situations such as rapid deceleration,<br />
rapid acceleration or hard cornering vehicle manoeuvres.<br />
RWD Rear Wheel Drive A car’s engine power is delivered through the rear wheels. Less common today<br />
than FWD.<br />
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Acronym Name Definition<br />
SAT-NAV Satellite Navigation System Also known as GPS (Global Positioning System). GPS technology interfaces<br />
with mapping software either built to provide spoken, turn by turn instructions<br />
to drivers.<br />
SWB Short Wheel Base Front and rear axles are closer together therefore the body or cargo deck of a<br />
commercial vehicle will be shorter<br />
SRS<br />
Supplementary Restraint<br />
System<br />
Designed to be used in conjunction with seatbelts, SRS refers to a vehicle's airbag<br />
system. A car’s airbags are designed to reduce occupant injury in the event<br />
of a car crash and are deployed when the SRS sensors detect a predetermined<br />
level of impact force.<br />
TDi Turbo Diesel Injection Most modern diesel engines are now fitted with turbochargers to maximize<br />
performance.<br />
VGT Variable Geometry Turbo A Unique 17 digit number, for each individual car, that can indentify date of<br />
manufacture, manufacturing plant and standards etc.<br />
VIN Vehicle Identification Number A Unique 17 digit number, for each individual car, that can indentify date of<br />
manufacture, manufacturing plant and standards etc.<br />
VVT Variable Valve Timing VVT systems advance or retard camshaft timing to optimizing vehicle engine<br />
efficiency, performance and exhaust emissions.<br />
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Last Word<br />
Vivo Energy Kenya launches a<br />
mobile fuel testing laboratory<br />
As a Shell licensee distributing Shell’s superior<br />
products, Vivo Energy Kenya must maintain<br />
the Shell brand standards. This means being<br />
totally dedicated to improving the company’s<br />
product offering and serving its customers in<br />
the best way possible.<br />
Vivo Energy Kenya, the company<br />
that distributes and markets Shell<br />
branded fuels and lubricants, has<br />
launched a mobile fuel testing laboratory,<br />
a first of its kind by an<br />
Oil Marketing Company (OMC) in Kenya. This<br />
initiative will augment the stringent quality control<br />
processes that are already in place throughout the<br />
company’s distribution chain. The Laboratory will<br />
test products randomly from Shell service stations<br />
and commercial customers nationwide as a boost<br />
to Shell’s existing quality control checks across the<br />
countrywide network.<br />
Every motorist’s nightmare is buying adulterated<br />
fuels, since it damages and shortens the<br />
lifespan of the vehicle’s engine. With the new lab<br />
launched in Kenya, it will be possible to check<br />
fuel quality at any Shell Service station in addition<br />
to the tests that are routinely done at the<br />
Vivo Energy Kenya’s laboratories in Mombasa<br />
and Nairobi.<br />
The mobile lab, fitted into a vehicle, will be<br />
collecting samples randomly from Shell stations<br />
and commercial customer sites, and conducting<br />
basic quality tests on site, while also returning<br />
samples to the main laboratories at the depots<br />
for further analysis where issues are detected.<br />
Speaking during the launch, Vivo Energy Kenya<br />
Managing Director, Polycarp Igathe said, “we<br />
value our customers and we go through all<br />
the processes to ensure that they receive quality<br />
products whenever they visit our service<br />
stations. We are alive to the fact that some<br />
unscrupulous traders are dealing with adulterated<br />
fuels. This is why we have gone an extra<br />
mile to bring in the mobile Laboratory in to the<br />
market to ensure that we beef up our screening<br />
and testing process.”<br />
The mobile testing lab is equipped to produce<br />
key test results within 30 minutes. It has a<br />
temperature-controlled box to store samples,<br />
and also has a sealed/lockable cabinet that is<br />
mounted to the floor of the vehicle. The mounting<br />
includes special suspension mechanisms so<br />
that the vibrations of the moving vehicle do not<br />
negatively affect the samples.<br />
The mobile testing lab will be working in collaboration<br />
with the trained quality marshals<br />
already present at every Shell Service station.<br />
Quality marshals receive product, compare<br />
loading parameters against offloading parameters,<br />
regularly test the product to reconfirm<br />
quality, test and confirm the calibration of the<br />
pumps, and handle any quality related issues at<br />
the station.<br />
Igathe added,” Safety is paramount in Vivo<br />
Energy Kenya operations and nothing is left to<br />
chance. We appreciate the efforts that the government<br />
and its various energy bodies are doing<br />
to curb fuel adulteration. To further boost these<br />
efforts we urge them to support us as we continually<br />
seal avenues that allow this vice.”<br />
The Mobile Laboratory was officially commissioned<br />
by a team comprising of, SGS Managing<br />
Director. Albert Stokell, KEBS Manager<br />
Petroleum Paschal Vusa and the Vivo Energy<br />
Kenya Managing Director, Polycarp Igathe.<br />
Vivo Energy Kenya, the company that distributes<br />
and markets Shell-branded fuels and<br />
lubricants since February 2013 following the<br />
completion of acquisition in November 2012.<br />
The Shell brand has been in Kenya for over<br />
100 years. Vivo Energy Kenya has a storage<br />
capacity of 85,200m³ and 120 retail stations<br />
with a majority offering of Shell Cards and<br />
convenience retail stores. Vivo Energy Kenya<br />
employs 163 permanent employees and provides<br />
indirect employment to over 200 people.<br />
Vivo Energy operates in Retail; Commercial<br />
Fuels (Marine, Mining and Aviation in partnership<br />
with Vitol Aviation); Liquefied Petroleum<br />
Gas and Lubricants in Botswana, Burkina Faso,<br />
Cape Verde, Cote D’Ivoire, Ghana, Guinea,<br />
Kenya, Mauritius, Madagascar, Morocco,<br />
Mali, Namibia, Senegal, Tunisia, Uganda and<br />
Mozambique<br />
The company employs around 2,000 people and<br />
operates 1,431 retail stations under the Shell<br />
brand and has access to approximately 900,000<br />
cubic meters of fuel storage capacity. Shell and<br />
Vivo Lubricants will have blending capacity of<br />
around 150,000 metric tons at plants in seven<br />
countries (Cote d’Ivoire, Ghana, Guinea, Kenya,<br />
Morocco, Tunisia and Senegal) producing Shell<br />
branded lubricants.<br />
For more information about Vivo Energy<br />
please visit www.vivoenergy.com<br />
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