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Autocar journal 24 January: on sale now

This week in Autocar, we reveal the model new Volkswagen Golf, drive the the oblique successor to the Ford Fiesta, and why the 3D-printed Czinger 21C might rework the automotive business.

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The overhauled Volkswagen Golf has been given massive ergonomic , powertrain and design revisions aiming to invigorate the hatch’s attraction – and it will be topped by a GTI that is extra highly effective than ever earlier than.

Over at Honda, the enduring NSX is about to return because the model’s halo EV, with its boss confirming the electrical sports activities automotive might be launched because the flagship to its 0 Series of EVs.

Staying in Japan, we’re reporting on Lexus teaming the LBX with the Toyota GR Yaris to create the Morizo RR – a 300bhp crossover full with go-faster aero.

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Ford has renewed the Tourneo Courier, its smallest van and MPV, to create what might be the successor to the Fiesta. We learn how it performs with new Puma underpinnings.

The Lexus LM is a newcomer within the luxurious MPV class, nevertheless it’s a lot greater than only a van with seats. Matt Saunders finds out why limousines ought to be fearful.

The beloved Suzuki Jimny has been given a lift in practicality with an additional pair of doorways, however solely in sure markets. We discover out what we’re lacking out on.

Ford street take a look at 5658, we’re testing the 2023 World Car of the Year – the Jeep Avenger. Does this maiden EV for Jeep have what it takes to crack Europe?

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The new Kia EV9 finds itself rubbing shoulders with luxurious massive SUVs from established manufacturers, so we have determined to search out out if patrons pays for Korean luxurious by pitting it in opposition to the Land Rover Defender 110 and Audi Q8 E-tron. 

Bicester Scramble, in the meantime, is swapping panama hats for crocs – Murray Scullion finds out why a brand new technology is flocking to the main automotive occasion.

Designed by synthetic intelligence and 3D-printed by robots, the Czinger 21C has the potential to remodel the automotive business, in keeping with these behind it. We head to their US base to search out out what’s what.

Opinion

Matt Prior riffs on automotive prejudice and the way it can have an effect on us all, and why there could quickly be an enormous shift in how we view producers.

Steve Cropley, in the meantime, has change into obsessive about a uncommon 1973 Range Rover, describes an expertise with EVs that we do not worth sufficient, and why he is change into irritated with Zap-Map.

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New Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 Coupé brings 442bhp straight six

Mercedes-AMG has revealed the brand new CLE 53 Coupé as an oblique substitute for the discontinued E53 Coupé.

Set for UK sale early in 2024, the new new two-door builds on the usual CLE with considerably extra energy, extra sporting exterior styling and an upgraded inside.

Power comes from AMG’s twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre straight-six petrol engine, supported by an built-in starter-generator (ISG) to make it a mild hybrid.

It develops 442bhp and 413lb ft of torque, with the ISG delivering an extra 23bhp and 151lb ft for transient intervals below acceleration.

Drive is distributed to each axles via a nine-speed torque-converter automated gearbox.

The official 0-62mph time is put at 4.2sec – some 0.2sec quicker than that claimed for the E53 Coupé. 

The high velocity is restricted to 155mph however will be elevated to 168mph with an non-compulsory Driver’s Package.

AMG quotes mixed gasoline consumption of between 29.1 and 30.4mpg and CO2 emissions of between 220 and 212g/km.

CLE 53 {hardware}

Among the visible adjustments is the adoption of a brand new entrance bumper with AMG’s signature Panamericana grille, and the usual LED headlamps will be enhanced with AMG’s Digital Light features as an possibility.

Further again, there are AMG-specific door mirrors, wider door sills, a restyled rear bumper and a deck spoiler. The commonplace AMG wheels measure 19in in diameter, with 20in gadgets accessible as an possibility.

The non-compulsory AMG Optics package deal brings further styling adjustments, together with flicks on the bumpers, a bigger rear spoiler and an ornamental diffuser board between the tailpipes.