2013 Mercedes A-Class LEAKED

Today first images of the upcoming Mercedes A-Class have been leaked ahead of its reveal and this year's Geneva Motorshow on 8th March 2012. Technical details have yet to be revealed but it's widely known that the A-Class is based on the same basic architecture as the recently launched B-Class and loses the original cars cutting edge "sandwich" platform in favour of a more conventional setup. Dimensions have now been brought more in line with rivals from Audi and BMW. Engines are likely to mirror the B-Class also. The styling of the A-Class builds on the B-Class' with a low, angular front end, large grill with prominent badge, towards the side a sleek profile with small window area adds to the sporty look. Towards the rear large light clusters dominate with a neatly integrated spoiler. The cabin features high quality materials with lots of chrome and Mercedes signature round airvents. More details are expected to be revealed in the coming weeks.

2013 Hyundai i20 Facelift REVEALED

Current i20

Restyled rear lights, bumper and wheels

Hyundai have today officially released first images of the refreshed i20 supermini, the first update since its original launch in 2009. Up front the i20 features Hyundai's fluidic sculpture form design language with the signature hexagonal grill design and reshaped headlamps. More minor exterior changes include restyles rear light clusters, a reshaped rear bumper and all new wheel designs. No interior pictures have yet been released but minor changed are expected. Unsurprisingly dimensions remain largely the same with only a minor increase in length of 55mm. Bigger news is the introduction of a new 1.1-litre, 3-cylinder 'U-II' diesel engine that generates 75 ps. When mated to Hyundai's Blue Drive technologies, this derivative emits just 84 g/km of CO2 - a figure lower than any other car with a conventional powertrain. The engine was developed at Hyundai's Diesel Centre of Excellence - part of the European R&D set-up in Rüsselsheim, Germany - and showcases Hyundai's expertise in clean diesel technology. This engine also features in the i20's cousin the Kia Rio. Its not yet know whether the suspension has also been retuned, this will become clear in the coming months.

2013 Volvo V40 REVEALED

Ahead of the 2012 Geneva motor show Volvo have shown images of its new V40. A direct rival to the recently launched BMW 1-Series and Audi A3 along with the upcoming Audi A-Class the V40 is the first 5 door hatchback that the company has produced in recent years. Building on the styling of the larger V60 and XC60 models with its smooth, low front end and sweeping high level rear light units. The side of the V4 features an up swept waistline with small glass area and an interesting shoulder crease harking back to the iconic P1800. Inside Volvo has created a stylish, well built cabin that can seat 4 in comfort and a large load area is promised. The V40 sits in the range between the smaller 3 door C30 and the  XC60. Priced are expected to rival those of its competitors and its yet unknown whether a 3 door version will follow to replace the smaller C30.

2012 Seat Toledo Concept

Today first images of Seat's latest concept car, the Toledo have been released. Although clearly a near-production model the Toledo is a far cry from the previous model which was a bizarre saloon version of the Altea compact MPV. This time round the Toledo goes back to its roots by offering a well proportioned saloon-type body style although the car is actually a hatchback. Styling could be described as sedate compared to Seats of old but its an elegant design with an angular front end echoing the recently face lifted Ibiza with a rear end similar to the Exeo big brother. The side profile gives away the Toledo's roots being heavily based on the recently launched VW Jetta. The interior of the concept is further from production read in its materials and colour scheme rather than basic architecture but a mature, well designed dashboard is expected. The Toledo fits into the range between the small Leon and larger Exeo and will compete with cars such as the Chevrolet Cruze and VAG's own Skoda Octavia.

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2012 Peugeot 208 GTi CONCEPT

Further to the spy shots posted last month Peugeot have now taken the wraps off a concept car that gives a firm indication of how the finished 208 GTi will look when its launched early 2013. The car you see here will only differ in it minor details when it reaches showrooms and aims to recapture the appeal of the iconic 205 GTi of the 1980s. Styling changes over the standard 208 include a larger, lower front bumper with LED headlight units and a front grill textured with silver highlights and a retro England flag featuring on the lower section. The GTi boasts stylish 18" alloy wheels with wider 36mm wider tracks all round and a lowered ride height giving the car a squat stance. Red "GTi" badging on the c-pillar is a further nod to the original 205 GTi and at the rear a subtle spoiler and prominent exhaust set the GTi apart. Under the bonnet the proved 1.6 16x 200 THP engine found in the RCZ will feature giving the car an impressive 0-60mph time of around 7 seconds. Inside the concept features red and black detailing and a dashboard clad with alcantara, some of these details are likely to make production but the basic architecture is shared with the rest of the 208 range.

2013 Fiat 500L

Today Fiat have released first pictures of the upcoming 500L.Although its not entirely clear the car is most likely based on a stretched Panda Platform. Essentially a mini-mpv based around styling cues from the hatchback 500 the 500L will rival the Citroen C3 Picasso and Vauxhall Meriva. The car is said to offer competitive room in the cabin for 5 passengers and is rumoured to eventually be available in a 7 seat format. Further details should be revealed in the coming months along with interior pictures.

2013 Peugeot 208 GTi SPIED

Here we get the first look at the upcoming 208 GTi which is set to got on sale in early 2013. The GTi differs from the standard car in the finer details such as larger wheels, a lowered ride height, twin exhausts and a subtle rear spoiler. Its not yet clear if the appearance of the car here is how the final GTi will look as it may simply be a drivetrain prototype. Interestingly the GTi is spied parked next to a 207 and its clear to see the more athletic proportions of the 208 and its classier styling.

2012 Peugeot 4008 REVEALED

Peugeot have revealed pictures of its new 4008 compact SUV. Based on the Mitsubishi ASX the 4008 will sit in the current line-up above the 3008. The 4008 is the second model to feature the companies bold new styling direction first seen on the 508. The front is dominated by the companies new corporate grill that sits between angular headlights with led daytime running lights.The rear has simple clear lines with distinctive rear light clusters. Interior images have not yet been released but it is expected to use the same basic architecture as its Mitsubishi cousin.

2012 Peugeot 208 REVEALED

Today the first Pictures of the upcoming Peugeot 208 have been released in both 3 and 5 door form. The 208 replaces the popular 207 and is the third model to feature the companies new styling direction first seen on the 508. At the front the 208 features angular headlights with daytime running leds and the companies new signature grill. The side of the 208 features deep creases leading from the wrap around rear light clusters and chrome details. The rear of the car follows on from the 207 with distinctive led light clusters and a centrally mounted fog light. Overall the 208 isn't any larger than its predecessor but promises to offer superior interior space and is likely to weight less. The interior of the 208 features a centrally mounted touch screen information system and unusual instrument binnacle mounted about the small steering wheel, quality appears to be far superior.