Automotive SsangYong Rexton new model arrive in Bahrain Motorcity launched the all-new 7-seater SsangYong Rexton with major advances in style, quality, safety and technology. With its sheer presence and beautifully balanced exterior, the new Rexton comes in three main trim levels: Low, Mid and High, and offers a prestigious cabin for passengers to travel in supreme comfort, while disguising its tough and rugged exterior. <strong>2018</strong> Toyota Yaris Hatchback launched The all-new <strong>2018</strong> Toyota Yaris hatchback is part of Toyota’s “Value Beyond Belief” concept, featuring a class above fuel economy and dynamic performance along with the safety and durability that Toyota is known for. It also boasts leading safety & technology features, an interior with high quality materials, a more spacious cabin with improved legroom, larger trunk capacity, plus enhanced comfort and handling stability. The new Rexton is powered by G20DTR DI, a 2.0-litre turbocharged direct-injection gasoline engine, delivering maximum power of 225HP and maximum torque of 350Nm, with an Aisin 6-speed automatic transmission. It measures 4,850mm in length, 1,960mm wide, 1,825mm high, and has a 2,865mm wheelbase. The sense of sophistication is demonstrated with the beautifully executed interior. The ambiance is fresh, contemporary and well laid out, with a choice of seating including full high grade Nappa leather trim. The car’s safety features include brake assist, electronic brake force distribution and ABS, traction control, active rollover protection, front airbags and an emergency stop signal. It has also added new driver assistance safety features such as lane departure warning and high beam assistance. The interior of the new sport hatchback received major modifications in its design and technology offerings that increase comfort and massively reduce the car’s noise. The optimised Yaris boasts a more spacious cabin with newly designed rear seats and increased shoulder and leg room. New technologies designed to provide controlled and balanced driving experience were also added to this year’s model. These technologies include 7S Multi Drive Transmission, Low Rollingresistance Coefficient (RRC) tyres and LED Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). The redefined model has introduced The top of the range Rexton adds front and rear cameras, blind spot detection as well as rear cross traffic alert to provide a clear view of the area surrounding the car to increase safety and driver convenience during low-speed driving and parking. The advanced infotainment system includes DAB radio, excellent connectivity with Apple CarPlay and Google Android Auto for device mirroring, a rear view reversing camera, all displayed on an 8.0” screen. Other features include a Supervision instrument cluster with a particularly large 7” LCD display for driver information, and a ‘smart’ electronic tailgate for added convenience when loading and unloading the boot, according to model. The SsangYong Rexton starts from BD8,995 or BD131* per month, at zero down payment, a 5-year /or 150,000km* warranty, and 5 years of roadside assistance. a higher level of safety features such as Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Anti-Lock Brake System, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System and SRS airbags. It is available in 9 colours that precisely accentuate the car’s sporty look and identity. First Motors bring Hyundai Mighty to Bahrain First Motors launched the highly efficient and versatile commercial truck, Hyundai Mighty, for the first time in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Blending spectacular design and features with capability and functionality, the Hyundai Mighty is a perfect business partner that will certainly help customers improve their commercial transportation needs. The Mighty is powered with a bold and confident design with an easier access to cabin and improved step design, providing an amiable cabin experience and high degree of comfort. Additional interior features which provide superior comfort include, horizontal dashboard layout, audio system, maintenance alert system, sufficient amount of storage options and seat back console amongst others. With a major emphasis placed on the efficiency and strength, it is manufactured with Hyundai-made steel. The powertrains equipped with maximum cargo hauling capacity and the reinforced rear axle makes the vehicle efficient for carrying More Loads per trip. Furthermore, powered by a variant of the phenomenally popular D4 family of CRDi engines displacing 3.9L, Mighty is capable of running more miles with fewer litres. Through cutting edge safety technologies like Lane Departure Warning System and Vehicle Dynamic Control proving Hyundai Mighty as the smart guardian. Other advanced security features including High-power Assist Brake, Anti-lock Braking System and Electronic Stability Control amongst others. 74 January-February <strong>2018</strong>
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