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Images Porsche 718 Cayman (2016-on)

Stephen Tomlinson — Sat, 06 Mar 2021 22:49:20 +0000

Images: Porsche 718 Cayman (2016-on)

Released in Australia in late 2016, the Porsche 718 Cayman was a mid-engined, two-door coupe. Manufactured in Stuttgart, Germany, the rear-wheel drive 718 Cayman and Cayman S were powered by 2.0- and 2.5-litre horizontally-opposed petrol engines, respectively. Beyond this, the Porsche 718 Cayman GTS was available to order from October 2017, with deliveries commencing in March 2018… Read full Porsche 718 Cayman review

Images: Volvo Mk.1 XC90 (2003-14)

Stephen Tomlinson — Wed, 04 Nov 2020 10:48:43 +0000

Images: Volvo Mk.1-I XC90 (2003-06)

Released in July 2003, the Volvo Mk.1 Phase I (Mk.1-I) XC90 was a large, all-wheel drive SUV. Manufactured in Torslanda, Sweden, the Mk.1-I XC90 range consisted of 2.5T and T6 variants – both of these were fitted with five seats as standard, though seven seats were available as an option… Read full Volvo Mk.1 XC90 review

Images: Volvo Mk.1-II XC90 (2006-14)

Released in September 2006, the Volvo Mk.1 Phase II (Mk.1-II) XC90 introduced a revised range, seven seats as standard, an upgraded all-wheel drive system and subtle cosmetic changes. The T6 was discontinued, but the range was expanded with a 2.4-litre turbo-diesel variant (‘D5’) and a 4.4-litre petrol V8 (‘V8’). In 2007, a 3.2-litre petrol six-cylinder engine (‘3.2’) was also added to the line-up, effectively replacing the 2.5T. In July 2011, the range was revised as the V8 variants were discontinued.

Images: Volvo Mk.2 XC90 (2015-on)

Stephen Tomlinson — Wed, 04 Nov 2020 10:48:43 +0000

Images: Volvo Mk.2 XC90 (2015-on)

Officially released in Australia in August 2015, the Volvo Mk.2 XC90 was a seven-seat SUV. Manufactured in Torslanda, Sweden, the all-wheel drive XC90 range consisted of D5, T6 and T8 variants, available in Momentum, Inscription and R-Design editions… Read full Volvo Mk.2 XC90 review

Images: Volvo Mk.1 XC60 (2009-17)

Stephen Tomlinson — Wed, 04 Nov 2020 10:48:42 +0000

Images: Volvo Mk.1-I XC60 (2009-10)

Released in February 2009, the Volvo Mk.1 Phase I (Mk.1-I) XC60 was a five-seat, all-wheel drive SUV. Manufactured in Ghent, Belgium, the XC60 range initially consisted of D5 and T6 variants. In November 2009, however, a new engine was introduced for D5 variants and a 3.2 variant was introduced… Read full Volvo XC60 review

Images: Volvo Mk.1-II XC60 (2010-13)

Released in September 2010, the Volvo Mk.1 Phase II (Mk.1-II) XC60 introduced Euro V emissions-compliant engines and an updated interior. Inside, the Mk.1-II XC60 could be identified by its revised tunnel console and centre stack, which housed either a five- or seven-inch colour display. Occupant protection was also improved with strengthened A- and B-pillars. In March 2011, the XC60 range was expanded with a price-leading front-wheel drive T5 variant.

Images: Volvo Mk.1-III XC60 (2013-17)

Released in October 2013, the Volvo Mk.1 Phase III (Mk.1-III) XC60 introduced a revised range and subtle interior and exterior updates. As standard, the Mk.1-III XC60 was also fitted with Corner Traction Control, a torque vectoring system which would apply the brakes to the inside wheels when cornering to prevent understeer. The Volvo Mk.1-III XC60 could be identified by its new bonnet (with washer nozzles positioned underneath), larger iron mark grille badge, daytime LED running lights, integrated tailpipes and the omission of black body-protecting trim. Inside, there was a new adaptive digital display which used an active TFT (Thin Film Transistor) panel to provide the driver with personalised information and in three selectable themes: Elegance, Eco and Performance. Other interior changes include a new headliner, wood inlays and silk metal frames surrounding the air vents and light controls.

Images: Volvo Mk.2 XC60 (2017-on)

Stephen Tomlinson — Wed, 04 Nov 2020 10:48:42 +0000

Images: Volvo Mk.2 XC60 (2017-on)

Commencing production in April 2017 andReleased in Australia in October 2017, the Volvo XC60 was a mid-size SUV with five seats. Manufactured at Volvo’s Torslanda plant in Gothenburg, Sweden, the all-wheel drive Volvo XC60 range consisted of T5, T6, T8, D4 and D5 variants, all of which had eight-speed Aisin Warner automatic transmissions fitted as standard. Beyond the engine-based variants, the Volvo XC60 range consisted of Momentum, Inscription and R-Design editions… Read full Volvo Mk2. XC60 review

Images: Volvo Mk.2 XC70 (2003-07)

Stephen Tomlinson — Wed, 04 Nov 2020 10:48:42 +0000

Images: Volvo Mk.2-I XC70 (2003-04)

Released in April 2003, the Volvo Mk.2 Phase I (Mk.2-I) XC70 was a five-seat, all-wheel drive wagon. Manufactured in Torslanda, Sweden, the XC70 was powered by a 2.5-litre turbocharged five cylinder petrol engine that was mated to either a five-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission. The XC70 was initially offered in a single, unnamed edition though this was named ‘LE’ in 2004… Read full Volvo Mk.2 XC70 review

Images: Volvo Mk.2-II XC70 (2004-07)

Released in October 2004, the Volvo Mk.2 Phase II (Mk.2-II) XC70 introduced revised styling and improved equipment levels. Initially, the auto-only XC70 range was only available in an LE edition, but an SE was added in 2005. The Volvo Mk.2-II XC70 could be identified by its new grille, larger skid plates, clear lens headlights, larger door mirrors, brushed aluminium roof rails and ‘Erinus’ alloy wheels. Inside, there were re-shaped seats and new centre console and armrest.

Images: Volvo Mk.3 XC70 (2007-16)

Stephen Tomlinson — Wed, 04 Nov 2020 10:48:42 +0000

Images: Volvo Mk.3 XC70 (2007-10)

Released in December 2007, the Volvo Mk.3 XC70 was a five seat, all-wheel-drive wagon. Manufactured in Torslanda, Sweden, the XC70 range initially consisted of 3.2 and D5 variants, though a new engine was introduced in September 2009 for the latter… Read full Volvo Mk.3 XC70 review

Images: Volvo Mk.3-II XC70 (2010-13)

Released in September 2010, the Volvo Mk.3 Phase II (Mk.3-II) introduced improved occupant protection and an updated interior; the range was also revised as the LE editions were discontinued. Inside, there was a new steering wheel and gearshift knob, ‘watch dial’ instrumentation and stitching on the door and centre armrests. In November 2012, the Volvo XC70 range was updated and expanded with the introduction of the XC70 T6.

Images: Volvo Mk.3-III XC70 (2013-16)

Released in September 2013, the Volvo Mk.3-III XC70 introduced a revised range which included Kinetic and Luxury editions, while the 3.2-litre petrol engine was withdrawn. The Volvo Mk.3-III XC70 could be identified by its wider front grille with a larger ‘ironmark’, daytime running lights, protective black plastic cladding (extended to surround the front fog lights) and new tail-lights. Inside, the Volvo Mk.3-III XC70 featured a new adaptive digital display which used an active TFT (Thin Film Transistor) panel to provide the driver with personalised information. The Adaptive Digital Display also had three selectable themes: Elegance, Eco and Performance.

Images: Volvo V90 Cross Country (2017-on)

Stephen Tomlinson — Wed, 04 Nov 2020 10:48:41 +0000

Images: Volvo V90 Cross Country (2017-on)

Released in Australia in the second quarter of 2017, the Volvo V90 Cross Country was a large executive wagon. Manufactured in Torslanda, Sweden, it was understood that the Volvo V90 Cross Country range will consist solely of a D5 Inscription model for Australia. The V90 Cross Country D5 was powered by a 2.0-litre biturbo diesel engine which was mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission… Read full Volvo V90 Cross Country review

Images: Volvo XC40 (2018-on)

Stephen Tomlinson — Wed, 04 Nov 2020 10:48:41 +0000

Images: 2018 Volvo XC40

Released in Australia in May 2018, the Volvo XC40 was a compact SUV. Manufactured in Ghent, Belgium, the Volvo XC40 was initially available with 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol (T5) and diesel (D4) engines that were mated to eight-speed automatic transmissions. Although not initially offered in Australia, the Volvo XC40 was the first Volvo model to be powered by a three-cylinder engine… Read full Volvo XC40 review

Images: Volvo V90 (1997-98)

Stephen Tomlinson — Wed, 04 Nov 2020 10:48:41 +0000

Images: Volvo V90 (1997-98)

Released in March 1997, the Volvo V90 was a large, rear-wheel drive wagon. Manufactured in Sweden, the V90 was powered by Volvo’s 2.9-litre B6304 engine which had double overhead camshafts and four valves per cylinder; a four-speed automatic transmission was fitted as standard. The V90, however, was not a new model as it was essentially a re-badged Volvo 960… Read full Volvo V90 review