2007 Kia Magentis 2.0 EX CRDi

2.0L, Diesel, Burgundy, Reg: DZZ286

Driven: August 2007
Place: Red Beach, Hibiscus Coast, New Zealand
Context: Press Car

Memory byte:
Hmmm a Common Rail Diesel...I've never been a fan of diesels, ever. Cheap and cheerful number with interior upholstery that resembled those nasty seat covers you can buy from Halfords, Repco or wherever. Ultimately something for the beige trousers brigade!

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2007 Holden Captiva MaXX

3.2L, Burgundy, Reg: DQL943

Driven: August 2007
Place: Red Beach, Hibiscus Coast, New Zealand
Context: Press Car

Memory byte:
Not much to shout about from a drivers point of view, V6 engine just manages to haul it along at a respectable pace. Could be a lot sharper on the steering and ride front. Great for people who dont like to feel they have actually travelled at all. Take one sleeping pill and wake up there :-p

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