< Previous60 LINCOLNSHIRETODAYCOUNTY MOTORINGNew MaseratiQuattroporteMany cars have tried to bring the fightto the Maserati Quattroporte but havenever quite hit the mark. Luxury saloons,such as Mercedes-Benz’ S-Class, AstonMartin’s Rapide S and Porsche’sPanamera, are among the models vyingfor the Quattroporte’s superstar status.Now the top Maserati model has beenrelaunched for 2017 with exteriorrestyling, more refinement for the cabinand extra high-tech features. A new rangehas also been ushered in on top of thebasic Quattroporte, with the introductionof the GranLusso and GranSport trims.These additional two unique trim optionsare available as an upgrade for all V6powertrain versions. The flagshipQuattroporte GTS, which features a twin-turbo V8, is available exclusively witheither the GranLusso or GranSport trimsas part of the standard equipment. First impressions are good - morepointed and commanding, and itintroduces vertical chrome elements thatcontrast with the deepness of the sharknose effect. A different bumper designwith a matte black profile at the front andthe grille, a typical Maserati feature, thathas evolved into an Alfieri-inspired shapeas featured on the Maserati Levante arejust some of the changes.Interior changes include redesignedfront and rear leather seats, and a newsports steering wheel, in carbon fibre orfull leather. Headroom and legroom isgreat and with 530 litres of boot space itscapacious too. You can expect high-gloss Piano Blackwood trim on the dashboard andaluminium gearshift paddles on theFirst Drive Review. Road-tested: SicilyNew MaseratiQuattroporte60-61_Layout 1 25/07/2016 13:35 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY61steering wheel, a high-resolution 8.4-inchscreen with multi touch function, dual-zoneclimate control, heated front seats, cruisecontrol, satnav, a digital radio and Bluetooth. Powered by a 3.0-litre diesel engine theQuattroporte offers relatively frugal runningcosts, compared with its far thirstier petrolpowered sister units but turns into a sports carwith a click of the fingers. Bury your right foot into the deep carpetand the forces feel similar to a jet-airliner as itthunders down the runway for take-off. Thefeeling is intense, but never does it getunnerving. Passengers are cosseted inside byhigh-quality leather, wood and metal-wrappedcabin and the seats are well-cushioned.The only drawback about the new MaseratiQuattroporte 3.0 V6 Diesel is that it doesn’tsound as good as its petrol siblings. Thepetroleum models crackle and pop on thedownshifts and snarl menacingly, even at lowspeeds. The diesel sounds deep andcommanding, but there isn’t the same sense oftheatre emanating from the oil-burner’s quadtrapezoidal tailpipes.Price as tested £78,91060-61_Layout 1 25/07/2016 13:35 Page 2ALL-NEW JAGUAR F-PACEPERFORMANCE. IT’S WHAT WE DO.THE ART OF PERFORMANCEOne look at the All-New Jaguar F-PACE and you’ll understand performance is in its DNA. Performance of up to 380PS and 0-60mph in 5.1 seconds.Adaptive Dynamics* analyses steering up to 500 times a second and body movement up to 100 times a second, continuously adjusting suspension settings to achieve the optimum balance of ride and handling. And Configurable Dynamics* enables you to adjust the steering feel, throttle mapping and gearbox shift for a personalised driving experience.Potent, agile and responsive, All-New F-PACE is pure Jaguar.Contact us today to book your test drive.*Configurable Dynamics and Adaptive Dynamics may be standard or optional dependent upon the F-PACE model and powertrain chosen. Official fuel economy figures for the All-New Jaguar F-PACE in mpg (l/100km): Urban 23.2-49.6 (12.2-5.7); Extra Urban 39.8-62.8 (7.1-4.5); Combined 31.7-57.7 (8.9-4.9). CO2 Emissions 209-129 g/km.Marshall Jaguar LincolnOuter Circle Road, Lincoln LN2 4HW01522 411 227www.marshall.lincoln.jaguar.co.uk62-63_Layout 1 25/07/2016 11:08 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY63COUNTY MOTORINGDespite being a relative newcomer tothe SUV party, Auto Express announcedJaguar’s brand new SUV, the F-PACE wasCar of the Year 2016 and Editor-in-Chief,Steve Fowler hand delivered the award tothe production team on the linepersonally.This award was given at the same timethat the UK’s largest automotivemanufacturer announces record half yearsales.As Auto Express explained “it’s thefact that Jaguar mixes hugedesirability with great value that reallysets it apart from rivals.” And we’d have to agree, the F-PACEis a sporty crossover with great looksand undercuts models such as thePorsche Macan on price.Its rivals include the likes of Audiwith its Q5, and Mercedes with itsGLC but they aren’t anywhere near asexhilarating to drive. Designers have managed to give itthat feel that you used to get in Jaguarsof old, with a leather-wrapped dashboardthat exudes opulence and the rest of theinterior equally well appointed. With ample space inside for five adultsand one of the largest boots in its classthis is a car that’s versatile too.Under the bonnet you can choose froma V6 petrol with 375hp or a diesel V6. Oryou can plump for the 2.0 diesel whichyou won’t find wanting and is every bitas refined. Behind the wheel there’s little or nobody lean in fast bends – it really is anSUV that you’ll want to drive like a sportscar and using the very latest in tractioncontrol technology translates into superbgrip in any road conditions. Especially ifyou opt for the four wheel drive version,as it makes it feel like its fastened to rails;not tarmac. Creature comforts are high witheven entry-level cars offering sat-navand parking sensors as standard, and,depending on trim levels, you canalso expect 18 inch wheels, eight wayelectrically adjustable seats, xenonheadlamps, and with the top levelportfolio model - a full lengthpanoramic roof, rear view camera,and a 380 watt meridian soundsystem. Little wonder then that the F-PACEwalked away with the award.Car of the Yearaward 2016Auto Expresshands Car of theYear Award 2016to the JaguarLand RoverAdvancedManufacturingFacility in Solihullwhere the awardwinning F-PACE isbuilt.62-63_Layout 1 25/07/2016 11:08 Page 2UNRIVALLED GRIP WITH SYMMETRICAL ALL-WHEEL DRIVE.WHEN YOUR CAR CAN’THANDLE CORNERS,THE SUBARU LEVORG CAN.£27,495OTRFor the Levorg 1.6iGTFROMRepresentative example relates to a Subaru Levorg 1.6i GT Lineartronic. Vehicle shown includes optional special paint finish, OTR price of £27,995. OTR Cash price £27,495.00 Customer Deposit £2,947.50Total Amount of Credit £24,547.50Option to Purchase Fee (included in final payment) £10.0048 Monthly Payments £399.00 Optional Final Payment £10,223.00 Total Amount Payable £32,322.00 Duration of Agreement 49 Months Representative APR 6.9% APRInterest Rate (Fixed) 6.68% APRPCP Representative exampleCredit available subject to status to UK residents aged 18 and over. Representative Example based upon total contract of 24,000 miles. With Subaru Personal Contract Purchase you have the option at the end of the agreement to: (1) return the vehicle and not pay the Final Payment. If the vehicle has exceeded the allowed mileage a charge per excess mile will apply. In this example, 14.0p per excess mile up to 4,999, or for excess mileage of 5,000 or more, a charge of 28.0p will apply to each excess mile above the allowed mileage plus VAT. If the vehicle is in good condition and has not exceeded the allowed mileage you will have nothing further to pay. (2) Pay the Final Repayment to own the vehicle. (3) Part exchange the vehicle subject to settlement of your existing finance agreement; new finance agreements are subject to status. Excludes motability, fleet and BASC Members Affinity Scheme sales. Available at participating dealers only. Not available in conjunction with any other offers. This credit offer is only available through Subaru Finance. We may receive commission or other benefits for introducing you to Subaru Finance. We can introduce you to Subaru Finance and a limited number of other lenders to provide funding. Offers may be varied or withdrawn at any time. Offer ends 30.09.16. Subaru Finance is a trading style of International Motors Finance Limited, registered office at Charterhall House, Charterhall Drive, Chester, Cheshire, CH88 3AN. †Every vehicle marketed by Subaru (UK) Ltd, excluding WRX STI, is covered by a 5 Year/100,000 mile (whichever comes sooner) Limited Warranty which comprises of a standard 3 Year/60,000 mile (whichever is sooner) Manufacturer’s Warranty (bumper to bumper, excluding clutch driven plate) and an Extended Warranty (applies to powertrain only) provided by the importer. Vehicle shown, Levorg 1.6i GT Lineartronic, manufacturer’s OTR price with optional special paint finish £27,995.00. *OTR price without special paint finish £27,495.00. OTR price includes VAT, delivery, number plates, 12 months road fund licence and first registration fee. Prices correct at time of going to print.SUBARU LEVORG RANGE Fuel consumption in mpg (l/100km): Urban 33.2 (8.5); Extra Urban 44.8 (6.3); Combined 39.8 (7.1). CO2 Emissions 164 g/km. MPG figures are official EU test figures for comparative purposes and may not reflect real driving results.CONTACT US TO FIND OUT MORECharles Warner Ltd, trading as Charles Warner Subaru is a credit broker and not a lender.Charles Warner SubaruOuter Circle Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire. LN2 4LDTelephone: 01522 806 200www.charleswarner-subaru.co.ukCHARLESWARNERTHE NEW NAMEFOR SUBARU IN LINCOLN64-65 subaru_Layout 1 25/07/2016 11:09 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY65COUNTY MOTORINGSubaru are perhaps best known fortheir Forrester and the WRX butthose looking for a sweetperforming estate car can now drive aSubaru too, in the form of theintriguingly named Levorg – a 1.6-litreturbo petrol engine that performs aswell as Subaru’s 2.5 litre.Propelling all four wheels throughSubaru’s ‘Lineartronic CVT automatictransmission’ it’ll do the zero to 62mphsprint in 8.9 seconds, although Subaruis less absorbed with the Levorg’ssporting performance, instead focusingon its dexterity although it has both. The fresh engine is butter-smoothand when you want that bit of oomphyou simply drop it into S-mode at theflick of a switch – it’s even got paddleshift for the gear changes if you likethat sort of thing (which I do, as ithappens). Then there’s Subaru’slegendary 4 wheel drive set up, whichmeans handling is as sure footed as theycome. In the cockpit, the driver gets a well-ordered instrument panel, complete witha touch screen infotainment unit that’smiles ahead of what Subaru used to offerup. Build quality is excellent too and theinterior exudes no nonsensesophistication. Rear seat occupants have oodles ofhead and legroom, while the Levorg’sboot opening is convenientlyproportioned with a load area offering1,446 litres of volume when you fold therear seats down; at the mere push of aswitch. Surprisingly perhaps, the Levorg is aone option car - that is to say, apart fromcolour options, there aren’t loads ofchoices and trims to pick from, but thereis loads of standard equipment, like:push-button start, Bluetooth connectivity,cruise control, privacy glass, keylessaccess, sports seats, dual-zone airconditioning,18-inch alloys, four wheeldrive, and the aforementionedinfotainment system, reversing camerasand a nifty sensor that alerts the drivershould another car be driving in yourblind spot. It performs marvellously, with usefullow-rev pulling-power making it alaidback performer, but it’s also got thatmischievous look that‘s unmistakeablySubaru. So, if you’re looking forsomething a little less purile, then theLevorg will definitely tick the boxes. Road test courtesy of Charles Warner,Outer Circle Road, Lincoln SubaruLevorg64-65 subaru_Layout 1 25/07/2016 11:10 Page 2Book a test-driveRenault MEGANEFeel the driveAll-NewFrom £16,600–£25,500* ! "# $% &'()*(+,.'+(/,(01 % 2*(*,(/.+(*&(20% 3,*('(.*'(,&(*( 45) &,./'(678 9 3! '/))+9 (: 345) ;9 ; 3 3 9 ; < 33 3 ( =4 ! "6> 6>? 94& @/<' 1 @2)2(C D33 < 9 % 3 9 33%;&F%)' 3 3%;&8%)'(C 33 9;3 <% <)HI <) 9 3 3 3@22 (PENTAGON54 ! 3<? ? ),?8 2)),),' ( ((66-67_Layout 1 25/07/2016 11:11 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY67COUNTY MOTORINGRenault has had quite a resurgence oflate, having reinvented almost the entirerange of cars, from the Clio through tothe KADJAR. It was only a matter of time,therefore, before the Mégane rangereceived the same level of attention. We recently managed to get our handson the 4th Generation All-New Méganeand we have to say, its striking new designsets new standards in the family hatchbackcategory – from whichever angle you viewthe car, it has a wow factor. It’s widermore muscular stance making it reallystand out among its peers. Its sleek, curvylines are enhanced by the low frontbumper and large rear-lights that stretchalmost the entirety of the hatch, and alevel of finish that has to be seen to bebelieved – the designers have put greatemphasis on quality components.To complement the new, stylishexterior, there’s an equally stylish interior.With buyer budgets in mind, the teamhave incorporated items such as head-updisplay, Alcantra leather seats andtweaked suspension into flagship models.The entry-level model have not beenforgotten, they all come with an 8.2"touchscreen, featuring Renault’s R-Linkinfotainment system, soft-touch materials,a TFT screen in place of the traditionaldials, Bluetooth, USB connectivity, height-adjustable driver’s seat and tintedwindows. We should also mention thefact that the additional width adds to theshoulder room inside, while the addedlength has been put to good use, makingthe rear-passenger space far roomier andthe boot, at 434 litres, is larger than anyof its rivals.At launch, there are six trim levels tochoose from, with six engine choices:Expression+, Dynamique Nav,Dynamique S Nav, Signature Nav, GTLine Nav and GT Nav, with three dieselmodels producing 90, 110 and 130bhprespectively – with the midrange 110bhpemitting just 86g/km of CO2, makingthis an excellent proposition for companycar drivers.Alternatively, there are also three petrolmodels producing 99, 128 and 202bhp,the latter fitted exclusively to the GTmodel, matched to a seven speed, dual-clutch gearbox and Renault’s 4Controlfour-wheel steering system which, as ourtest car demonstrated, provides second-to-none performance and handling,especially on country lanes. The entry-level models don’tdisappoint, so even the biggest ofpetrolheads is advised to try them allbefore making a decision. Prices start atjust £16,600 for the 1.6 Expression+,rising to £18,100 for a Dynamique Nav,while the top-of-the-range GT Nav startsat £25,500. You won’t believe the differencebetween this 4th generation Mégane andthe previous models, until you’ve seenone in the flesh –there’s little wonderthere was such a buzz around Renault’sstand at the Frankfurt Motor show.Test car courtesy of Pentagon,Outer Circle Road, LincolnTel: 01522 411 246All-NewRenaultMégane66-67_Layout 1 25/07/2016 11:11 Page 2Opening hours : Sales DepartmentMonday - Friday: 9.00 to 18.00 Saturday: 9.00 to 16.00 Sunday: 11.00 to 16.00Opening hours : Service DepartmentMonday - Wednesday: 8.30 to 17.30 Thursday - Friday: 9.00 to 17.30 Saturday: 9.00 to 12.00Welcome toJust Audi VW Lincoln...Just Audi Volkswagen Lincoln is a dynamic new independent Audi Volkswagen specialist in Lincolnshire, offering sales, service and technical support for all Audi and Volkswagen groupvehicles including Audi, Volkswagen, Seat & Skoda.Based on a 2 acre site in Lincoln on Outer Circle Road, our newly refurbished premisesfeature a superbly appointed showroom, workshop and outdoor display area for over 100vehicles. The workshops are fully equipped with the latest in diagnostic testing facilities.Just Automotive Solutions Ltd, Outer Circle Road, Lincoln LN2 4JA T: 01522 246777 E: sales@justaudivw.co.ukwww.justaudivw.co.ukWe Want Your RV!We Want Your RV!Just RV’s buy RV’s for CASHWWee aarree ddeessppeerraatteellyy llooookkiinngg ttoo ppuurrcchhaassee ““AA”” CCllaassss RRVV MMoottoorrhhoommeessMMuusstt bbee aabboovvee aavveerraaggee ccoonnddiittiioonn,, wweellll ccaarreedd ffoorr,,aanndd bbee nnoo mmoorree tthhaann 1122 yyeeaarrss oollddCCaallll uuss wwiitthh ddeettaaiillssLincolnshire’sPremier Independent Audi VWCentreFollow us onTToo sseeee tthhee ssttoocckk wwee hhaavvee aavvaaiillaabbllee vviissiitt wwwwww..jjuussttrrvvss..ccoo..uukk oorrccoonnttaacctt uuss oonn tteell:: 0011552222 224466222222 oorr eemmaaiill:: gglleennnn@@jjuussttrrvvss..ccoo..uukk68-69_Layout 1 25/07/2016 11:33 Page 1LINCOLNSHIRETODAY69COUNTY MOTORINGJust Audi VW in Lincoln is celebratingits anniversary - their fifth year inbusiness. An independent Audi & Volkswagenspecialist, Just Audi VW have grown fromstrength to strength after owner AdrianMorvinson opened the company back inJuly 2011. Adrian had worked within the AudiVolkswagen brand for 22 years, firstworking with a dealership on NewarkRoad, before then heading up LincolnAudi and overseeing other Audi sites inGrimsby and Boston. His passion for thebrand is obvious and it’s this care andattention to detail which has allowed hisown company to flourish. “When we started out it was just sevenor eight people,” Adrian says, “but nowwe’ve grown to employ over forty,including Master Technicians withextensive experience within the brand.We focus on outstanding customerservice and enthusiasm, which is why thecompany has continued to do so well.” Just Audi now occupies over two acreson outer circle road in Lincoln, with plansfor future expansion already in thepipeline. It also has over 180 used cars instock, not to mention six dedicatedworkshop ramps which can service andrepair any Volkswagen & Audi Group(VAG) brands – including Audi, Seat,Skoda and Volkswagen. Earlier in the yearthey acquired their own body shop , nowcalled ‘Just Bodyworks’ on Bishops roadLincoln and also have a prep centre onthe Allenby estate in Lincoln. This helpsthem to provide and satisfy all theircustomers vehicle requirements.The company doesn’t intend to simplybask in its success, however, not whenthere are opportunities on the horizon.“We already stock and sell around twentyLand Rover products a month, and wecan currently service them as well”explains Adrian. He continues, “In thefuture we are planning to specialise inthem to the same degree we do withAudi and Volkswagen, to that end wehave even taken on a Land Rover experttechnician earlier this year.” Just Audi’s success and expansion plansare indicative of their hard-workingethos, and also go a long way toshowing just how good a service theyoffer to their customers. Based on Outer Circle Road, Lincoln,LN2 4JA – the company can also bereached on 01522 246 777, or visitedonline at www.justaudivw.co.uk andread their google reviews.Just Audi VW Lincolncelebrates five years68-69_Layout 1 25/07/2016 11:33 Page 2Next >