Alfa Romeo Giulietta Business Edition

Changes are most obvious on the 1.6 JTDM-2 engine, which now benefits from more power as well, as output has increased from 105hp to 120hp. Thanks to the addition of a variable-geometry turbo charger and low rolling-resistance tyres, CO2 emissions are down from 104g/km to 99g/km, while fuel efficiency improves to 74.3 mpg (3.8 l/100 km) on the official combined fuel economy cycle. That's a significant improvement over the 70.6 mpg (4 l/100 km) recorded by the current 105hp engine.

The drop in emissions results in a one percent BIK (benefit-in-kind) reduction to 17 percent. Furthermore, the annual Road Fund Licence is now £0. Thanks to the additional power, the engine boosts top speed by 6 mph (10 km/h) to 121 mph (195 km/h), while the 0-62 mph sprint is improved by 1.3 seconds to 10.0 seconds.

All other engines available for the Giulietta in the UK see their emissions and economy improved, with the exception of the recently-introduced 2.0 JTDM-2 turbo diesel with 150hp. Despite the updates, pricing remains unchanged, with the 1.4 TB 120hp Progression starting at £18,450 OTR and the 1.6 JTDM-2 120hp Progression priced from £19,500 OTR.

The high-spec Alfa Romeo Business Edition model starts from £19,080 OTR for the 1.6 JTDM-2 120hp turbo diesel. The model features a 6.5-inch touchscreen Uconnect infotainment system with voice activated satellite navigation, 3D mapping and DAB digital radio, front and rear parking sensors, automatic lights and wipers, alloy wheels and metallic paint.

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Skoda Rapid Spaceback

The Skoda Rapid isn't even a genuine C-Segment car, and yet people are clearly appreciating its practicality, and perhaps even its looks. Skoda sold 18,834 Rapids in Europe in Q1 of 2015, a total that surpasses that of the KIA cee'd, Hyundai i30, Mazda3, Nissan Pulsar, Honda Civic and Citroen C4 - in that order.

Speaking of which, how about this Skoda Rapid Spaceback ScoutLine version with its "outdoor" appearance? It features plastic elements for the exterior, 16" & 17" alloy wheels, plus a few other subtle changes.

"The combination of ŠKODA's practical features and fresh designs have convinced a great number of customers," said Skoda Board Member for Sales and Marketing, Werner Eichhorn, before adding that "We plan to build on this success with the ScoutLine edition."

The mods aren't as adventurous as on previous Scouts, but you do get matte-black front and rear bumpers, matte black textured plastic fixtures on the sides, 16" 'Rock' or 17" 'Camelot' wheels, silver mirror housings and a full range of exterior colors, including 'pistachio green'.

Also, all drivetrains are available with the exception of the GreenLine engines. So you can choose between three petrol units (90HP/110HP/125HP) and two diesels (90HP/116HP) when you're deciding on which Skoda Rapid Spaceback ScoutLine you want to purchase.

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New Peugeot 308 GTi

The new 308 GTi will offer two versions of Peugeot's 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 250PS (247hp) and 270PS (266hp), both with a peak torque of 330Nm (243 lb-ft). It's the same mill found on Peugeot's RCZ R Coupe where it produces 270PS. Photos of the interior that gets a flat bottom steering wheel, sport seats dressed in leather and Alcantara with red stitching, chrome trimmings and a sported up instrument panel.

With the exception of the large exhaust pipes on the corners of the rear bumper and the chunky wheels, the New Peugeot 308 GTi is rather understated on the outside and it will take a trained eye to tell it apart from the lesser 308s, especially the 202hp 308 GT. Peugeot will formally introduce its VW Golf GTI and Ford Focus ST-challenging hot hatch at next week's Goodwood Festival of Speed. All we can do is just wait the officially released.

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Peugeot 208 Facelift

All the engines are now Euro 6 compliant, with the 75hp 1.6-litre BlueHDi being the "cleanest" model in its class, achieving 94.2mpg UK and just 79g/km of CO2. The same engine is offered in 100hp and 120hp versions. Most of the petrol engines are now three-cylinders, starting from the 68hp 1.0-litre, then going up to the 82hp 1.2-litre and the turbocharged 110hp 1.2-litre which returns 103g/km when mated to a five-speed manual.

The Peugeot 208 GTI is offered only as a three-door in three trims: GTI, GTI Prestige and GTI by Peugeot Sport. The latter carries the same treatment as the limited edition 208 GTI 30th Anniversary, after the universal appraisal of press and audience.

A set of new 16 and 17 inch wheel options as well as a refreshed range of 13 different paint finishes, which includes the so-called textured paint, are among the other changes while for the first time Peugeot is offering two interior and two exterior personalization packs, available in Menthol White or Lime Yellow.

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