Leek Life January/February 2014 | Page 50

MOTORING The new 2014 Toyota Verso with the BMW engine he Verso compact MPV is being readied to be the first Toyota model to use a new 1.6-litre D4D diesel engine from BMW, introduced in a revised UK range that adds a new Trend grade offering extra style and high-tech equipment features. T RUDYARD LAKE G A R A G E • DIAGNOSTICS • SERVICING • MOTS • VEHICLE SALES • REPAIRS • BREAKDOWN RECOVERY • WE BUY CARS FOR CASH NEW VOSA M O STATION T £45 The new 1.6 D-4D diesel engine, making its Toyota debut in the 2014 Verso, is sourced from the BMW Group. Toyota engineers have made extensive modifications to the engine, including a newly-developed dual-mass flywheel, revised engine mounts, and completely redesigned electrical interfaces. It is fitted to a Toyota sixspeed manual transmission with stop-start technology, a first for the Verso range. It replaces the 2.0-litre D-4D engine in the UK line-up, offering higher efficiency and a 20kg weight saving. Maximum power is 110bhp (82kW) at 4,00rpm and peak torque is 270Nm, generated from 1,750 to 2,250rpm. Nought to 62mph acceleration is despatched in 12.7 seconds and top speed is 115mph. Prices for the 2014 Verso range will be announced shortly. Order books will open in February with first deliveries to customers in March. CRUSO AUTO REPAIRS We service most cars & 4x4s from NEW, including CHRYSLER and JEEP using OE and Equivalent Quality Parts. COLLECTION AND DELIVERY AVAILABLE Petrol costs getting too high? Then consider LPG! With LPG fuel being roughly half that of petrol, the cost of an LPG CONVERSION can usually be recouped within 12 months (based on £45.00 per week avg. fuel spend). Prices start from £1,750 (inc. VAT @ 20%). 01538 399377 01538 306254 Station Road, Rudyard, Leek, ST13 8PG Free windscreen wipers with every MOT WE BUY CARS FOR CASH 50 Leek Life January/February 2014 C.A.R. Burton Street, Leek, Staffs, ST13 8BU