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Volkswagen Tiguan

First Look: 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan launched in the UAE & GCC

Volkswagen has officially introduced the third-generation Volkswagen Tiguan in the GCC, bringing their best-selling SUV back with some design, technology, and performance updates.

The new Tiguan will hit showrooms in October. At launch, it will be available with 1.4-litre engines, with the 2.0-litre variant expected by the end of the year.

With over 7.6 million units sold globally since its initial release in 2007, the Tiguan is one of Volkswagen’s most successful models, including in the Middle East.

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Toyota Urban Cruiser

First Look: 2025 Toyota Urban Cruiser

Toyota Urban Cruiser was first launched in the GCC a couple of years ago. Thanks to its price and fuel efficiency, it quickly succeeded in the region. It was the first Toyota here to get a “Neo Drive” powertrain, a mild-hybrid system that combines the 1.5-litre 4-cylinder engine with an integrated starter generator (ISG) that serves as both an electrified generator and motor.

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BMW 1-Series

First Drive: All-new 2025 BMW 1-Series

The first generation BMW 1-Series hatchback debuted back in 2004, providing a new – less expensive – entry point for would-be BeeEm owners who fancied having a car with the blue-and-white roundel on the bonnet, but couldn’t quite stretch to a 3-Series.

The first two generations of BMW 1-Series were unique in the compact hatchback arena as they were the only offerings with a driver-focused rear-wheel-drive layout. Every other competitor – Audi A3, Mercedes A-Class, Volkswagen Golf etc – featured the usual front-wheel-drive architecture.

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2025 Nissan Patrol vs Toyota Land Cruiser engine specs comparison

2025 Nissan Patrol vs Toyota Land Cruiser engine specs comparison

The 2025 Nissan Patrol has launched an all-new model after 15 years. While the previous Y62 generation model remained popular, a change was needed to improve the performance in terms of power and fuel efficiency. The Toyota Land Cruiser got a new model a few years earlier, in 2022.

The biggest talking points for both models have been the turbocharged engines that replace the V8. We take a closer look at these engines and the naturally aspirated engines on offer on both models.

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Changan CS75 Plus

First Look: 2024 Changan CS75 Plus

First introduced in 2022, the Changan CS75 Plus recently received a minor facelift and some new features for the 2024 model. The CS75 Plus is in a very competitive segment, probably the most competitive segment. Every major brand offers a compact SUV, which the Japanese and Korean brands have a stronghold on.

The CS75 Plus entered the market strongly, with loads of features, back in 2022 and gained traction quickly with its competitive pricing.

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