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Volvo C30

The Volvo C30, which can release up to 230hp has arrived in Muscat. The two-door compact model will be available in an entirely new exterior colour scheme such as gecko green pearl, matt gold pearl or chameleon blue pearl. This car incorporates the latest safety features like the blind spot information system, which uses cameras mounted in the side door mirror to register if another vehicle is in the blind spot. The trendy attitude of the new Volvo C30 is further highlighted by the impressively large rear window, the only model in its segment to include such a feature. Further details are available at Mohsin Haider Darwish.

Ferrari 430 scuderia

The Ferrari 430 Scuderia is a special series based on the Ferrari F430 and had development inputs from seven times Formula One world champ Michael Schumacher. It sports a naturally aspirated 4,308cc V8 engine that churns out 510hp at 8,500rpm and 470Nm of torque at 5,250rpm. For further details contact Shanfari Automotive.

Honda Accord

Oman Marketing and Services Co (OMASCO) has launched the eighth generation Honda Accord. The redesigned 2008 Accord boasts more power and passenger space and comes in two engine variants Ð a 178hp, 2.4-litre and a 271hp. 3.5-litre V6. The latter also features a Variable Cylinder Management system that optimises engine performance. The NHSTA has awarded the car top marks in driver and front passenger crash tests.

Maserati Gran Turismo

The Maserati Gran Turismo is relaxed and refined in its approach to speed. Designed by Italian design house Pinifarina’s John Castriato, the Gran Turismo is powered by a 4.2-litre V8 that produces 405hp at 7,100rpm and 460Nm at 4,750rpm. The Gran Turismo’s engine is capable of pushing the car from a standstill to 100km/h in 4.9 seconds before achieving a top speed of 285km/h. For further details contact Shanfari Automotive.

Towell Auto Centre, the distributors of Mazda cars in the sultanate, has launched the Mazda CX-9 crossover sport utility vehicle (SUV). The three-row, seven seater CX-9 makes it debut in Oman after creating waves around the world. And here's why. The CX-9 was voted as the SUV of the year by Motor Trend magazine in the US. The 3.7-litre, V-6 engine churns out 270hp and captures Mazda's Zoom Zoom spirit of a stylish, insightful and spirited family car. The SUV is priced between RO12,500-RO14,500 and comes in three different trim levels. Standard features include leather seats and cruise control. For more details contact Towell Auto Centre.

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