Kia’s sharply-stylish new segment-busting Soul is set to win over minds as well as hearts at the Paris Salon de l’Automobile in October with confirmation that the urban crossover will come to Europe next year with a choice of fuel-efficient petrol and diesel engines.
General Motors' lineup of award-winning crossovers today adds the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's Top Safety Pick 2008 to the growing list of accolades.
The SUV-influenced styling, ‘command’ seating position and genuine driving enjoyment are all carried over from the standard Qashqai, but the greater length of the new seven-seater crossover is aimed squarely at families seeking practicality without sacrificing style.
Cadillac today provided a special sneak preview of the next-generation SRX Crossover, a 2010 model that will launch worldwide in mid-to-late 2009. The all-new SRX, unveiled at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, in Monterey, California, will bring a more dynamic alternative to the heart of the luxury crossover segment, featuring a fresh iteration of Cadillac’s signature design language.
Renault’s new 4x4 crossover, Koleos, has arrived on UK shores and is on sale now. Boasting MPV levels of comfort and interior space combined with robust exterior styling and genuine off-road ability, Koleos’ class-leading standard equipment puts its rivals in the shade.
Infiniti today announced pricing on the all-new 2009 Infiniti FX luxury crossover SUV, which goes on sale June 24 at Infiniti retailers in the United States and Canada. The all-new FX is a showcase of Infiniti's design and technology leadership, offering exceptional levels of power, refinement, versatility and driving exhilaration.
The TV commercial for Ford's new crossover vehicle, the Ford Kuga, has been aired for the first time on 21 May to one of the largest TV audiences of the year. It is estimated that around 15 million viewers watched the UEFA Champions League final between Chelsea and Manchester United when the ad was shown.
The TV commercial for Ford's new crossover vehicle, the Ford Kuga, will be aired for the first time on 21 May to one of the largest TV audiences of the year. Estimated to attract around 15 million viewers, the UEFA Champions League final between Chelsea and Manchester United on Wednesday, 21 May is the chosen spot. The new commercial will be shown at 20.32 on ITV and SKY Sports following the half-time whistle.
As market rivals start to catch up with the segment defining Qashqai, Nissan has already moved the goalposts: the top selling compact Crossover has expanded its offer with a seven-seat version. Called Qashqai+2, the newest Nissan builds on the success of the original Qashqai by adding space and versatility to create the first Family Crossover.
PSA Peugeot Citroën has agreed with its partner Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) to transfer the production of the Peugeot 4007 and Citroën C-Crosser to Europe. Currently assembled in the MMC Japanese Mizushima factory, vehicles for the European market will, from January 2009, be manufactured in the Dutch "Ned Car" factory, which is wholly owned by MMC. The decision to locate production in Europe will thus enable PSA Peugeot Citroën to respond more quickly to changes in European SUV demand. This market segment remains one of the most dynamic in Europe. The Peugeot 4007 and Citroën C-Crosser, the group’s first SUVs, were launched in Europe in the 3rd quarter of 2007.
