Nissan adds kitted-up N-Guard special edition to the Navara range

The Nissan Navara N-Guard is a new special version of the brand’s award-winning pickup, and it’s on sale now. Available as Double Cab with 2.3 dCi 187 bhp engine, the model is priced starting from £28,075.00 Basic Retail exc. VAT with the manual gearbox, and £29,525.00 Basic Retail exc. VAT for the automatic gearbox. The N-Guard special version has a contemporary design upgrade, plus extra standard equipment.

Mazda CX-3 on sale from August 31

After its global debut at the New York Motor Show in March, Mazda has announced UK pricing and specification for the 2018 Mazda CX-3. On sale from the 31st August, the updated CX-3 is offered in a simplified eight model line-up that sees the debut of a new SKYACTIV-D 1.8-litre diesel engine, plus a host of technology and interior improvements.

Kia previews new ProCeed before Paris launch

Previewed in a new sketch the all-new ProCeed, according to Kia, “merges stunning design with the space and versatility of a tourer in a five-door shooting brake body.” The ProCeed follows the design blueprint laid down by the 2017 Kia Proceed Concept, and will offer drivers “an unparalleled combination of design and versatility”. Designed, developed and engineered exclusively for Europe, it represents “a unique proposition in the mid-size family car segment”.

Renault to unveil Arkana crossover in Moscow – but it won’t be coming here

At the Moscow Motor Show, Renault will unveil the Arkana show car as a world premiere, a C-segment coupé-crossover announcing a new global vehicle. There are no current plans for the Arkana to go on sale in Europe.

Ford’s tough new Ranger Raptor is coming to Europe

Ford has confirmed that the new Ranger Raptor – described as the toughest and most high-performing version of Europe’s best-selling pick-up – is coming to Europe, as the new model debuted at the Gamescom trade fair, in Cologne, Germany.