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With a full range of new and used vehicles at each location, plus dedicated service and parts facilities also now open, there really is no need to shop around for a SKODA in Sydney – just visit Trivett. You’ll find a great range of models including Fabia, Yeti, Octavia and Superb, all boasting Volkswagen group technology throughout whilst still available at remarkable value.

“When we launched SKODA at Blacktown 18 months ago, we knew we were adding a quality brand to our range of prestige dealerships. Since that time this has been reinforced time and time again – they really are a high quality, safe, and value for money vehicle ” says Matthew Duncan, Trivett group Operations Manager.

“We see SKODA as a brand really going places in the Australian market, and we’re proud to now have 3 convenient locations across Sydney for customers to visit. For people who may never have considered a SKODA, I invite you to take one for a test drive – you might be surprised how much you enjoy it”.

As part of their opening celebrations Trivett SKODA is also offering customers the chance to win a SKODA Mont Ventoux Bicycle worth $8,000. For more details simply visit www.trivett.com.au/skoda.

** Trivett SKODA Parramatta is located at 4-16 Anderson Street Parramatta, NSW 2150. The service department is located at Unit 1, Cnr Arthur St & Tramway Avenue, Parramatta

** Trivett SKODA Rosebery is located at 1 Link Road Rosebery, NSW 2018. The service department is located at 75-85 O'Riordan St, Alexandria 2015

** Trivett SKODA Blacktown is located at 2-10 Second Avenue, Blacktown. The service department is located at 2-10 Second Ave,(Cnr Sunnyholt Rd), Blacktown 2148.

ŠKODA is continuing its growth offensive by introducing its sixth production model. Citigo is the name of ŠKODA's exciting new city car. The brand's new model will make its debut in its domestic market, the Czech Republic, before the end of this year, with the UK and other European countries following at the beginning of summer 2012. Offering impressive amounts of space and four seats, the Citigo will be launched in three-door and five-door versions.

“The Citigo is one of the pillars of our growth strategy. It paves the way for tremendous opportunities in a new segment.” said ŠKODA Board Chairman Prof. Dr. h.c. Winfried Vahland. “The Citigo is literally a ‘Simply Clever’ car. Despite its small size, it offers ample interior space; it is agile while frugal. Put simply: it’s an attractive choice offering many clever ideas. The car offers all of ŠKODA's values in a compact package and fits perfectly with our aims.”

With the Citigo, ŠKODA is entering a new sector. “The demand for small cars with low fuel consumption, at a favourable price and with reasonable operating costs, is growing,” continues Prof. Vahland. “ŠKODA's new small vehicle is a reaction to this trend. We are entering new ground and the Citigo will attract prospects mainly in our European markets.”

The designers have given the car a distinct look that defines this as a new ŠKODA. The finned grille set in a chrome-plated frame and precisely shaped headlamps give the car a typical ŠKODA look. The Citigo will measure just 3.56 metres long, 1.65 metres wide and 1.48 metres high.

The ŠKODA Citigo is an ideal car in and out of the city. It offers a surprisingly generous interior space, something not usually found in a city car but typical of all ŠKODA models. This has been created with the clear and transparent arrangement of all elements. The car's long wheel base – 2.42 metres – provides enough comfort for four passengers even on long trips. The boot volume is a sizeable 251 litres, which can be extended to 951 litres by folding down the rear seats.

The Citigo’s interior not only offers practical space but also a high level of quality and precision in its design. Front headrests integrated into the seats, as well as a number of other smart solutions, make the Citigo a ‘simply clever vehicle’. The interior design includes numerous storage compartments, cup holders and multimedia systems, as well as storage pockets on the sides of the front seats. In addition, a special bag hook integrated in to the glovebox handle, and a photograph holder on the central console, are two clever interior elements.

The vehicle boasts a number of solutions to help improve overall comfort. In the three-door version, the ‘Easy Entry’ system allows easy access to the rear seats. The front passenger's seat can be moved and folded forward to ensure easy access to the rear seats. For the first time in a ŠKODA vehicle, a portable navigation system is available. The device is fitted to the dashboard and can be removed easily and used on the go. Being an integral part of the vehicle's on-board electronics, the system provides not just navigation, but also hands-free calling with built-in Bluetooth and on-board infotainment. Using a five inch touch screen, the driver can view important information about the car (on-board computer, optical signals from the parking sensors, etc.).

The Citigo places great emphasis on safety. For the first time in a ŠKODA vehicle, the designers have used a Head-Thorax side airbag to protect the heads of both the driver and the front seat passenger. Along with a number of other items, this system is part of a safety package usually found on much larger cars. In addition, active safety is enhanced by the ‘City Safe Drive’, a new brake assistance system based on a laser sensor that is activated automatically at speeds below 30 km/h when there is danger of a collision. Depending on the speed and the traffic situation, this automatic braking solution may completely prevent a collision or at least reduce its severity. The risk of bumping into the car ahead is thus reduced significantly in city traffic. The Citigo is one of only two cars in the city car segment to offer the emergency braking functionality.

Two new, three-cylinder 1.0-litre petrol engines will be available after the Citigo's launch (44kW/60PS and 55kW/75PS). The engines and the transmission have been designed to provide optimum economy in cities and their surroundings. Reaching the operating temperature even on short distances, the engines are highly economical. Two highly economical green engines will offer impressively low fuel consumption figures of 67.3mpg and 65.7mpg respectively; with emissions of just 97g and 99g CO₂/km respectively. The fuel consumption and emission levels for the standard engines are also low – 62.8mpg and 105g CO₂/km with the 60PS engine and 60.1mpg and 108g CO₂/km with the 75PS unit.

Situated at 1 Link Road in Rosebery, the new location offers a large space to showcase a full range of new, used and demonstrator Peugeot’s, as well as the best in local, Japanese and European prestige used vehicles in our Trivett Select Showroom.

“I’m extremely proud of the new premises. The size of the building is impressive, plus the location at Link Rd, just off Southern Cross Drive and close to Zetland, should be very convenient for customers looking for a new Peugeot or quality used vehicle from a variety of makes such as Audi, Mercedes, and Toyota” said Peter Kallitsis, General Manager of the new facility.

Trivett Rosebery is now the 4th Trivett location in Sydney, and the 5th nationwide, joining fellow Trivett dealerships in Blacktown, Parramatta, Alexandria and Melbourne.

“We invite you to drop by our new facility and say hello to our sales teams – we’re sure you’ll be impressed" said Mr Kallitsis.

** Please note that whilst the Peugeot and Trivett Select sales departments have relocated from Alexandria, the existing Peugeot and Trivett Select service departments remain at 75-85 O’Riordan Street, Alexandria. To make your next service booking, please click here.

 

Emotion and High Standards

Quality, purity, efficiency… the Peugeot 508 is the embodiment of a new design direction. It offers a wealth of new-generation technologies, a pure and dynamic design allure, a feeling of solidity and on-board comfort as well as a unique driving experience. All in all, the new 508 delivers an ambitious combination of emotion and high standards.

The style of the new 508 is shaped by the quest to combine the perfect size with the optimum balance: blending both of these elements to create a “hand carved” look of elegance, fluidity and quality. On the touring, comfort is increased further by the enormous panoramic glass roof which bathes the occupants in natural light, and accentuates the fluidity of the car.

Refinement and Technology

Inside, the elegant fascia echoes the sleek exterior design and creates an air of exclusivity through the materials used, their tangible durability and the state-of-the-art technology therein.

All contribute to the high-quality nature of the 508, with an interior environment designed to appeal to driver and passengers alike. Each occupant benefits from careful consideration, delivered through generous space and custom-built equipment. The architecture of the new 508 touring has been particularly well considered, offering a remarkable, relaxing and comfortable onboard experience.

The enormous panoramic glass roof with an exceptional exterior surface area of 1.6 m2 allows natural light to pour in, enhancing the sensation of space and comfort.

New Generation of Innovation

Dynamic and poised styling, combined with Peugeot’s engine expertise and technological innovation, positions the new 508 range at the head of the field in its segment.

With optimal aerodynamics, environmental considerations were central to the 508 project from the outset. In terms of engines, the new 508 offers a choice of three advanced HDi turbo diesels and one high-efficiency petrol turbo unit. Each one delivers excellent fuel consumption, low co2 emissions and first rate performance and driving pleasure.

In February this year Trivett Jaguar Parramatta was awarded the 2010 Jaguar National Dealer of the Year Award for a metropolitan dealership, in a ceremony at Sydney’s Sheraton on the Park attended by Jaguar Australia management and Jaguar dealers from across the country.

The award, presented by Mr David Blackhall, Managing Director of Jaguar Australia recognises the outstanding achievements recorded in 2010 across all aspects of the business including sales, service and parts operations.

“I’m very proud of my team and the award that we’ve won. The exacting standards of Jaguar make this is an award to be truly valued, and I congratulate Alan Taciak, Chris Urschel and Abdul Hassan and their respective teams for their contribution to this achievement” says Warren Smith, Group General Manager.

The award capped off a strong 2010 for the dealership, which also saw the Jaguar business move into a brand new, stand alone showroom in Parramatta.

 “We’re constantly striving for excellence in our Jaguar business, and I’m very pleased that we’ve been able to build our dealership to the standard required to win such an award, which ultimately means we’re serving our customers at a very high standard”

Congratulations to William Rutherford, our lucky winner in the Win a Luxury African Safari Promotion.

As the lucky winner, he will experience a luxurious flying safari to Botswana’s Okavango Delta, staying in remote tented safari camps in Africa’s premier wildlife areas.

From there, he will travel to Zambia staying at the exclusive lodge, The River Club, perched high up and overlooking the Zambezi River, upstream from the magnificent Victoria Falls. Then he will finish off the safari with a journey aboard the luxurious Rovos Rail train before completely unwinding at Cape Town’s Orient Express hotel - The Mt Nelson and Johannesburg’s Westcliffe Hotel.

Congratulations! and thank you to all for entering.

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