This feed contains the latest A to Z feed items. http://www.motortorque.com/ Copyright 2013 MotorTorque All Rights Reserved. Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://backend.userland.com/rss Automotive Website Framework Engine (2.9.1208.1803) The Peugeot iOn feels quick from standstill because there is no lag in the drivetrain with all its power immediately available. That means you can get up to city driving speeds quickly but it's not quite so impressive after that. It clears 60mph in 15.9 seconds but gets to 30mph in just under six seconds. There's a 49kW battery powering the electric motor. http://www.motortorque.com/research/a-to-z/2012-03/peugeot-ion-17904.aspx Robin Brown Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Ford Focus Estate is not as sharp around the corners as you might expect. Like the hatch, the estate has been softened ever so slightly. However, the majority of motorists are unlikely to notice much difference - despite the Focus' light steering. http://www.motortorque.com/research/a-to-z/2012-03/ford-focus-estate-17886.aspx Robin Brown Fri, 23 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Corsa VXR Nurburgring has a 1.6 turbo petrol engine that develops over 200bhp and 200lb-ft of torque - both are noticeable when you pull away. The 1.6 has a wonderful noise to it and the acceleration is brisk - 6.5 seconds to 62mph and all the way up to 143mph should you wish through a six-speed gearbox. A lovely rawk to the engine too boot but there's torque steer evident off the line when accelerating hard. http://www.motortorque.com/research/a-to-z/2012-03/vauxhall-corsa-vxr-nurburgring-17856.aspx Robin Brown Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT As an all-out SUV, the XC90 is unconcerned about emissions and fuel economy and as such, Volvo has not applied its DRIVe eco-technology to the car. That means CO2 and fuel economy figures are poor with the 2.4-litre D5 diesel returning the best statistics at 34mpg and 219g/km respectively. http://www.motortorque.com/research/a-to-z/2012-03/volvo-xc90-estate-8487.aspx Robin Brown Fri, 16 Mar 2012 10:36:38 GMT The XC70 is designed to go off road but it’s not an out and out 4x4, SUV. That means it sits low to the ground and performs better on the road than typical SUV models. There’s a little body roll around corners but generally a comfortable ride for an estate. http://www.motortorque.com/research/a-to-z/2012-03/volvo-xc70-estate-8486.aspx Robin Brown Fri, 16 Mar 2012 10:36:37 GMT As you’d expect of a vehicle geared towards practicality, the XC60 isn’t the most entertaining vehicle to drive. In fact, it’s very middle of the road – but you wouldn’t really expect anything more than that, would you?It’s ok around corners, comfortable rather than sporty and safe – really safe – rather than exciting.Despite its crossover tag, it’s not a car you’re likely to see traipsing through streams and off road and is far more suited to motorway cruising than anything more extreme. http://www.motortorque.com/research/a-to-z/2012-03/volvo-xc60-estate-8485.aspx Robin Brown Fri, 16 Mar 2012 10:36:37 GMT 185bhp D5 diesel engine is the pick, with 140bhp and 170bhp petrol models needing to be worked hard, and the 2.0-litre petrol feeling out of its depth. At the top of the range sits a perky 3.0-litre T6 unit that clears 60mph in seven seconds and reaches a top speed of 152mph however why you’d need that performance, we’re not sure. http://www.motortorque.com/research/a-to-z/2012-03/volvo-v70-estate-8484.aspx Robin Brown Fri, 16 Mar 2012 10:36:36 GMT Offered with four petrol and three diesel engines, the most powerful unit in the V60 line-up is a T6 petrol with 304bhp, which drives the car to a limited top speed of 155mph while the 0-62 acceleration time is 6.6 seconds. http://www.motortorque.com/research/a-to-z/2012-03/volvo-v60-sportswagon-8483.aspx Robin Brown Fri, 16 Mar 2012 10:36:36 GMT Volvo’s DRIVe eco-signature is available on the V50 compact estate and returns 72mpg and emits just 104g/km which is brilliant for an estate. Unfortunately it does lack a bit of power which could put some buyers off. http://www.motortorque.com/research/a-to-z/2012-03/volvo-v50-sportswagon-8482.aspx Robin Brown Fri, 16 Mar 2012 10:36:35 GMT It’s the same old Volvo story with the S80 and again, in terms of drive and handling it’s settled, generates lots of grip and is controlled around corners, it’s just quite boring. As a result, it’s geared towards motorway cruising and high-speed straights rather than thrashing around bends and corners. http://www.motortorque.com/research/a-to-z/2012-03/volvo-s80-saloon-8481.aspx Robin Brown Fri, 16 Mar 2012 10:36:34 GMT