A new more powerful diesel has been added under to the Vauxhall Insignia line up in the UK. The 2.0-liter unit delivers an output of 195PS at 4,000 rpm. The new Vauxhall diesel is based on the existing 2.0 CDTi used on several Vauxhall models such as the Insignia, Astra and new Zafira Tourer range but in the Insignia BiTurbo.

The added power unit reduces the 0-60mph time by nearly one second to 8.2 seconds for the Insignia FWD Hatch.

The Vauxhall BiTurbo model is actually more fuel-efficient than the single turbo version thanks to a suite of eco features that include standard Start/Stop system, with the FWD Hatch returning a combined 57.6mpg UK, 2.2mpg better than the single-turbo 2.0 CDTi 160PS model.

The new Insignia BiTurbo is available with a choice of five-door Hatch and Sports Tourer bodies in SRi, SRi Vx-line and Elite trims, with UK prices starting from £27,120 OTR.

Look at the first official picture of the Opel Astra OPC in Europe and the Vauxhall Astra VXR in Britain.

Power of the hot Astra is derived from a new 2.0-litre turbocharged direct injection four-cylinder engine capable of 280-horsepower that are channeled to the front wheels via 6-speed manual gearbox and a specially developed mechanical limited slip differential.

GM’s European division said that the Astra OPC / Astra VXR can reach a top speed of 250km/h but did not give out a 0-100km/h sprint time.

The hottest Astra OPC / VXR also benefits from a raft of bespoke chassis mods including Brembo brakes and a retuned suspension with the firm’s fully adaptive FlexRide system that features three settings: Normal, Sport and VXR/OPC, with the latter promising more focused stages of damper, throttle and steering control.

The interior gains a pair of scrumptious sport bucket seats with embossed logos in the backs, a flat-bottomed and thick-rimmed sports steering wheel and upgraded instrument panels.

The same rules apply to a used car warranty although it does not always come as part of the package. Often when you buy a used car, the dealer will have a six month warranty in place but may offer you the opportunity to extend it to a year. This can be a good deal as you will benefit from a slight discount that the dealer receives from his provider and it can sometimes be haggled into the price of your car.

If you buy a warranty independently there are a host of companies on the internet ready to provide. The details should always be checked and compared to see what you are covered for but as a general rule it will be mechanical malfunction rather than wear and tear as mentioned previously.

A used car warranty is the opportunity to gain benefit from a discounted vehicle and have the assurance that you won’t be losing your savings through costly repairs.

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The Vauxhall Corsa VXR Nurburgring Edition have landed in Vauxhall showrooms today. The 205HP Opel’s hatch is priced at £22,295, the standard 192HP VXR that starts at £18,900. The faster and more-focused version of the Corsa VXR is powered by a re-worked version of the regular 1.6-litre turbocharged engine which now produces 205-horses at 5,750rpm, up from 192HP and 230-266Nm.

According to Vauxhall, the special edition Corsa VXR runs the 0-60mph sprint in 6.5 seconds and tops out at 143mph.

The hot Corsa VXR Nurburgring Edition equipped with a mechanical, multi-plate limited-slip differential, while handling is further enhanced with new Bilstein springs and dampers, a lowered ride height (20mm up front, 15mm at the rear) and lighter but more powerful Brembo brakes.

The Corsa VXR Nurburgring Edition gets stainless steel dual exhaust tips, newly designed forged aluminium wheels in high-gloss grey, and ‘Nürburgring’ logos on the B-Pillars and front spoiler lip, while there are also two new colors to choose from, apple green ‘Grasshopper’ and red ‘Henna’.

Interior upgrades include the black and red ‘Nurburgring’ lettering on the sill plates and front Recaro seat backs, plus the white stitching on all seats, as well as the handbrake and gearshift console.

Opel’s hybrid aren’t expected to begin until 2012, but the company is already planning the successor to the Chevy Volt’s European alter-ego. The second generation of the Opel / Vauxhall Ampera is scheduled for release in 2015 and it feature a more radical design and a lower starting price than the current model.

In the UK, the Vauxhall Ampera costs a rather steep £28,995. Opel engineers say that the battery pack alone costs around &pound7,000 but improvements in technology in the next four years will enable the company to reduce the cost by 50%.

Opel CEO Nick Reilly said the price of the Ampera will be further reduced by economies of scale due to increased demand and more localized production: “We have an education job to do on the technology of the Ampera, but that will come in time. We hope that it will establish itself as a market leader and we’ll be able to capitalize on that with a cheaper, more expressively designed second generation model”.

GM has to first assess sales of the model before it goes ahead with any decision, such as manufacturing its next generation in Europe, as it currently builds it alongside the Volt at its Warren, Michigan plant in the US. So far, things are looking good since 7,000 of the 10,000 units allocated for 2012 are already presold, with 75% of the sales going to fleet customers.

Opel would also like to give the next-gen Ampera a more aggressive style that will be more in line with the other models in its range.

The Opel’s designers didn’t have a lot of freedom in the first generation because of the restraints forced on them by the car being a rebadged Volt. If they get the green light, the 2015 model will follow the company’s new design, recently previewed in the brand-new Opel Zafira Tourer.

Opel unveiled its latest offer in the light commercial vehicle segment that will also be available in a passenger car version. 2011 Opel Combo is based on the Fiat Doblo van with the exterior styling changes.

The Fiat-based Combo will be offered in a variety of models. The panel van will be available with a a choice of two wheelbases, measuring 2,755 mm or 3,105 mm long and providing an overall vehicle length of 4.39 and 4.74 meters respectively, as well as two roof heights, 1.85 m or 2.10m.

Opel said the short-wheelbase model offers up to 3,800 liters of cargo space with the seat folded down, while the long-wheelbase version, up to 4,600 liters.The passenger car model will be available as a minivan with five or seven seats and a paneled or glazed body.

There are six available engines including four diesel, one gasoline and a CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) unit.

The 1.4-liter gasoline engine produces 95HP, while the CNG version, which runs on natural gas, is rated at 120-horses. The diesel range comprises 1.3 CDTI and 1.6 CDTI motors, each with 90HP, as well as a 1.6-liter CDTI variant with 105HP and a 2.0-liter CDTI unit delivering 135-horses.

The gasoline and 1.3 CDTI engines are equipped with five-speed manual gearboxes, while the CNG engine and the more powerful CDTI units have a six-speed manual gearboxes. The 90HP 1.6 CDTI is also offered with Opel’s ’Easytronic’ automated five-speed manual transmission.

The new Opel Combo goes on sale in Europe this autumn.

Good news for Astra fans. The spies have filmed the new Opel (Vauxhall) Astra Convertible on test in Germany.

The 2013 Opel Astra Convertible is planned to go on sale by early 2013. The most important change over the previous Astra TwinTop is the replacement of the more complicated, heavier and costly retractable metal roof with a traditional fabric hood.

The test models are heavily based on the freshly revealed Opel Astra GTC sport hatchback featuring a longer rear end to improve the car’s looks and increase the available space for the rear passengers and the luggage compartment. Inside, the Astra Convertible will have room for four passengers with individual seats.

Opel will most likely tease the Astra Convertible with a near production concept model either in Frankfurt this fall or in Geneva next spring.

Look at the first official video of the upcoming compact MPV that will go on sale in most European countries this autumn.

The new Opel Zafira Tourer gains a more athletic and distinct shape while continuing to offer seating for seven passengers inside. Opel also promises greater levels of flexibility thanks to the updated Flex7 seating system. At launch buyers will be able to choose from five engines, a 2.0-liter diesel in 110HP, 130HP and 165HP forms, and a 1.4-liter turbocharged gasoline unit delivering 120HP and 140HP. The European maker plans to enhance the range with more engine options within the next year.

Vauxhall introduced its hot version of the Insignia sedan with the VXR moniker. The Unlimited option removes the standard Insignia VXR’s 155mph restrictor, allowing Vauxhall’s range-topper to exploit its all-wheel-drive chassis and 325HP turbocharged 2.8-litre V6 engine to the full topping out at 170mph.

The 0-60mph sprint time remains unchanged with the Insignia VXR Unlimited hatch equipped with a 6sp manual completing the dash in 5.6 seconds.

The package is priced at just £250 and is available with either manual or auto transmissions, and in Hatch, Saloon and Sports Tourer body styles. The Unlimited option also adds blue Brembo logo on the car’s front brake callipers and a newly-designed tachometer and speedometer, showing higher increments.

The Corsa OPC Nurburgring Edition is a limited series version of Opel’s hatch of which only 500 units will be produced. The special edition Corsa OPC receives an increase of 18HP, so that the 1.6-liter turbocharged engine goes from 192 to 210HP, posting an impressive power rating of 131.4 hp per liter.

The added power is achieved through a new ECU, a modified turbocharger, a sports exhaust with reduced backpressure and optimization for 100-octane fuel. Maximum torque has also been increased to 250 Nm, with 280 Nm available when the overboost function is activated. In terms of performance, the Corsa OPC Nurburgring Edition hits 100 km/h from a standing start in 6.8 seconds and reaches a top speed of 230 km/h (143 mph). It also completes the 80 to 120 km/h acceleration in 5th gear in 6.2 seconds.

OPC engineers fitted the FWD Corsa with a mechanical, multi-plate limited-slip differential that helps recuce wheel spin during cornering, making the Corsa OPC ideal for the racetrack. The chassis has also been retuned, with the car sporting a lower ride height, new Bilstein springs and dampers and a new lightweight front braking system from Brembo. In addition, systems such as the ABS, Traction Control and Electronic Stability Control have been recalibrated to suit the car’s new configuration.

The Opel Corsa OPC Nurburgring Edition is available in two exclusive body colors, red “Henna” and apple-green “Grasshopper”, as well as with new 18-inch forged aluminum wheels in high-gloss grey. Other new features include a front spoiler lip, a new stainless steel dual exhaust system and Nurburgring logos on the B-pillars. On the inside, the Corsa features Recaro sports seats with white stitching and unique sill plates.

Opel Corsa OPC Nurburgring Edition is available in Germany for €27.650 ($40,150), while its Vauxhall-badged alter-ego costs £22,295 in Britain.