Styled by Martin Smith...
Styled by Martin Smith - the man who started Vauxhall"s recent design revolution - it"s said by insiders to bear a slight similarity to the new Vectra. The Mondeo is due in 2007, and is set to share its chassis with Volvo"s forthcoming S80, thus benefiting from the Swedish firm"s safety expertise.
First examples of Mitsubishi"s...
First examples of Mitsubishi"s mini hit showrooms on 1 July, in one high-spec trim.
Buyers get climate control, a premium stereo, electric windows, ESP and dual airbags. Power comes from a tiny 64bhp 660cc turbocharged motor mounted below the rear seats and is fed via an electronically controlled four-speed auto. A limited run of only 300 cars will initially be imported, priced at ÷£8,995.