Holden have improved the fuel economy of their 2013 Barina by 10%, now offering up to 6.3 litres per 100km on the range topping CDX sedan thanks to a new standard six-speed transmission and electric power steering package.
The new auto transmission is also offered as an option for the Barina CD, while the CDX is further enhanced by a new 17-inch alloy wheel and tyre package and an updated steering calibration.
Local development work for Barina was undertaken by Holden’s own engineers in conjunction with the global homeroom in Korea.
Scott Doughty, vehicle performance manager, says that the local team had been able to provide input into the ongoing development of Barina.
“Holden integration engineers developed the calibration for the electric power steering and the tyre and suspension tune to ensure Barina continues to meet the needs of Australian drivers,” he says.
“The new auto transmission, electric power steering and the new wheel and tyre package on Barina CDX combine to offer an improved driving experience for small car drivers.”
The range topping CDX offers drivers an increased level of new design, technology features and driver comforts as standard and becomes the first car in Holden’s range to showcase the new Holden MyLink infotainment system.
The Holden MyLink infotainment system operates by integrating the owner’s compatible smartphone and stored media – via Bluetooth, auxiliary jack or USB – with the radio. This lets owners enjoy simple, safe and personalised connectivity while their smartphone is stowed.
Holden MyLink launches with the StitcherTM Radio embedded application. Additional apps will be available from the first quarter of 2013, with Holden MyLink, the first in-car system in Australia to offer full compatibility with Pandora internet radio. TuneIn radio will also become available in 2013 and allow Barina drivers to stream radio stations from around the world.
Holden MyLink will also bring an innovative low-cost navigation solution to Barina drivers through BringGo in 2013, a navigation application which runs through the mobile device’s 3G or 4G service and is controlled and viewed on the MyLink seven-inch touch screen.
The 2013 Holden Barina goes on sale at the end of November.
Fuel economy figures:
Holden Barina CDX AT (sedan) 6.3l/100km
Holden Barina CDX AT (hatch) 6.4l/100km
Holden Barina CD AT (sedan) 6.6l/100km
Holden Barina CD AT (hatch) 6.7l/100km
Holden Barina CD MT (sedan and hatch) 6.8l/100km
In addition to Holden MyLink, Barina CDX highlights include:
6-speed automatic transmission with Active Select
17 inch alloy wheels (4)
Front foglamps
Reverse park sensors
Electric Power Steering
Leather steering wheel & transmission shifter
Sportec seat trim
Heated front seats
CDX badge
Trip computer
Storage tray under front passenger seat
Sunglass holder
Chrome exterior accents
Recommended retail pricing:
Holden Barina CD MT (hatch) $15,990
Holden Barina CD MT (sedan) $16,490
Holden Barina CD AT (hatch) $17,990
Holden Barina CD AT (sedan) $18,490
Holden Barina CDX AT (hatch) $20,490
Holden Barina CDX AT (sedan) $20,990
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