For the first time, Mercedes-Benz is offering the SLK Roadster with a diesel engine. The 204bhp four-cylinder power unit puts the two-seater at the top of its class in numerous respects.
With a fuel consumption of 56.5mpg on the combined cycle, it is the most economical roadster in its segment. Thanks to its torque of 500Nm it accelerates from 0-62 mph in 6.7 seconds. Like the other models in the latest SLK family, which launched in June 2011, it combines lively sportiness with high-quality appointments and excellent comfort.
Its four-cylinder diesel engine with a displacement of 2,143cc generates an output of 204bhp and 500Nm of torque – as much as a petrol engine with twice the displacement would normally generate. This makes the new SLK 250 CDI the most powerful diesel model in its class, and gives the roadster the potential for extremely sporty performance.
Equipped with the standard 7G-TRONIC PLUS automatic transmission (a six-speed manual transmission will follow in the second quarter of next year), the diesel SLK sprints from 0-62 mph in 6.7 seconds and achieves a top speed of 150 mph.
Apart from this, the SLK 250 CDI is the most economical and therefore environmentally compatible roadster in its segment. It returns 56.5 mpg and emits CO2 emissions of just 132 g/km. The new SLK 250 CDI will go on sale in the UK early in 2012, pricing is still to be confirmed.
We believe the new SLK diesel will have strong residual values and should make a fantastically priced lease car at launch! We wait with interest…
News courtesy of Lex Autolease
The switchover date for DAB radio to replace Analogue is (and has been for some time) set for 2015. Lot’s of industry analysts are calling this date totally unachievable and unlikely. Many new radios sold to consumers in the home are now DAB enabled (not likely you’d choose otherwise!). But it’s a different story in the motor trade, where manufacturers are in no hurry to start manufacturing their cars with DAB as standard. Without the car manufacturers getting behind it, it only cements the likelihood that the switchover date will get delayed. Add to that concerns of poor quality, and poor coverage in a reported 20% of the country- and the case for DAB isn’t so great at the moment.
That said, if you’re in an area with good coverage, there are stations that are otherwise unavailable to analogue listeners. So what do you do? Most car manufacturers do offer DAB as an option- it’s the nicest solution but some manufacturers are charging a heavy premium for the luxury.
Sony have announced a DAB+ headunit to retro fit to cars (a review from RegHardware here)- most new cars can’t easily have these types of head units fitted anymore as standard stereos are far more advanced than they used to be, but it’s an option to those who can fit it to their cars.
Also available from Pure, is a great dashboard mounted solution. It works in the same way as the MP3 radio transmitters that have been on the market for years by receiving and decoding the DAB radio stations, and re-transmitting them to analogue FM that you can tune your car radio into. Alternatively, you can plug it into an auxiliary socket if you have one available.
Time will tell if all the lease cars we supply will have DAB, it’s inevitable they will eventually if Government insists that analogue FM is switched off- as to when that is is anybody’s guess?
The new registration number launched last week, have you seen many 61 plate cars on the road since Thursday 1st September?
All new unregistered cars will now have the prestige of the new registration plate number. Order a car lease from Skyfleet and if it’s an unregistered car (which all but a few are!) you’ll take delivery with the 61 plate.
For more information on new registration leasing visit our website for the latest car lease deals!
We’ve slashed the lease price of the Alfa Romeo MiTo 1.3JTDM Lusso 3dr to just £163.58+VAT per month!
This represents amazing value for money for such a great looking car. We have a selection of colours available, and maintenance can be added for just £18.06+VAT per month!
For more information on this great Alfa Romeo Contract Hire deal contact us today, as we can only supply a limited number at this special price!
It’s been over 10 years since the new style Driving Licences were introduced- and many people’s licences are due for renewal. Providing your address is up to date, you will receive a reminder from the DVLA before it expires with instructions on how to renew it.
Renewing is easy if you have had a passport issued within the last 5 years- you can do so online at DirectGov.
If you haven’t had a passport within 5 years, then you can either do it by post or at the Post Office. You’ll also need a new photograph taken!
Don’t forget most Leasing companies will require sight of a copy of your Driving Licence before you can lease your new car. It’s important to keep the details up to date, DVLA can issue fines of £1000 if you don’t!
Check out some of the new contract hire deals we have at Skyfleet Car Leasing
Pricing has been released for the new Mini Coupe- a 2 seater coupe based on the Mini Convertible, but considerably more raked rear end.
The coolest feature in my view is an integrated spoiler that automatically raises above speeds of 50mph to improve downforce!
We’re waiting for Mini Coupe lease prices- rest assured they ought to be good value as the Mini always has great residual values and subsequently, well priced contract hire rates.
More information at WhatCar
In the last two days there’s been as many announcements of investment into the manufacture of cars within the UK. Providing much needed jobs and proving the skill of the UK workforce- it’s good news all round.
BMW are to invest £500m over the next three years, directed towards the manufacturing of the massively popular Mini (which has an ever expanding range including the Countryman, Clubman, Convertible and of course the Hatch). Mini’s are already in the luxury position of having some of the quickest turnaround from order to delivery- sometimes as little as 3/4 weeks for a factory order! Contact us for great leasing rates as Mini’s have always, and will probably remain- excellent value for money due to their strong residual values.
Nissan is planning to invest £192m to build the new Qashqai in the UK- also a massively popular crossover car (quite possibly the best in class), it’s a great car to consider in 4×4 guise, to get you through the winter!
Qashqai lease prices are always very competitive- contact us for a contract hire quotation for this fantastic mid size car.
We’re all aware of the tragic events that occurred in Japan last month, it’s an inevitability that what happened has had global effects both economically and in the supply of goods manufactured there (including cars).
We’ve had communication from a number of manufacturers of delays and part shortages that they’re suffering as a result- some are relatively minor like the discontinuation of some metallic paints, others more serious like engine parts being in short supply.
With this in mind, please do call us while you’re deciding on your new car- as some might have extended lead times (there’s plenty that don’t however!), we’ll advise you accordingly.
The May issue of What Car reviews the fantastic Lexus CT200h- it boasts average MPG of 68.9 and CO2 emissions of just 94g/km!
With a great specification and eye catching looks (not to mention endorsement by Kylie Minogue), it’s a real winner. Hybrid technology is here to stay and Toyota/Lexus are leading the way on this front.
Contract hire and leasing of the Lexus CT200h are very competitive- starting at just £299pm!
Check out the Lexus Lease Deal on Skyfleet Car Leasing
We hope we don’t have a repeat of last February’s snow grinding everyone to a halt- but if it does, don’t be one of them!
We have two fantastic Land Rover lease deals to keep you moving all winter, and enjoy off road in the summer!
The Land Rover Freelander 2 2.2ED4 S is available from just £299.99+VAT per month contract hire!
It has a fantastic 45.6MPG and comes with A/C, Alloys and CD – it mixes off road capability with day to day comfort.
Offer is based on 6+35, 10,000 miles per annum, non maintenance. Personal contracts available from just £359.97 inc VAT on the same terms. If you want another profile- just call!
If you need the best off roader, tried and tested and almost guaranteed to go anywhere, how about the Land Rover Defender 90 2.4 Hardtop?
Available from just £255.99+VAT contract hire- with a low initial payment (3+35, 10,000 miles per annum, non maintenance) – lease this and you won’t need to look on enviously while Defender drivers sail past you in the snow!
With a fuel consumption of 56.5mpg on the combined cycle, it is the most economical roadster in its segment. Thanks to its torque of 500Nm it accelerates from 0-62 mph in 6.7 seconds. Like the other models in the latest SLK family, which launched in June 2011, it combines lively sportiness with high-quality appointments and excellent comfort.