{"id":43960,"date":"2023-12-10T17:59:25","date_gmt":"2023-12-10T17:59:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cabanesetcompagnie.com\/?p=43960"},"modified":"2023-12-10T17:59:25","modified_gmt":"2023-12-10T17:59:25","slug":"motorists-nuts-furious-as-iconic-ford-capri-returns-as-a-volkswagen-suv-the-sun-the-sun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cabanesetcompagnie.com\/world-news\/motorists-nuts-furious-as-iconic-ford-capri-returns-as-a-volkswagen-suv-the-sun-the-sun\/","title":{"rendered":"MOTORISTS nuts furious as iconic Ford Capri returns\u2026 as a Volkswagen SUV \u2013 The Sun | The Sun"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>MOTORISTS have been left nuts furious as the iconic Ford Capri returns as a Volkswagen SUV. <\/p>\n<p>The giant manufacturer is set to revive the iconic car as an electric vehicle. <\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/b4ejtm-car-ford-capri-2-409243086.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p>Ford and Volkswagen joined forces years ago to develop a new generation of SUV inspired by the fastback coupe.<\/p>\n<p>The classic car, which debuted in the late 1960s, is set to make a return to the market with a whole <span>new look<\/span>. <\/p>\n<p>But old-school fans could be upset as Volkswagen is turning the Capri into a compact crossover powered by electricity, Carbuzz said. <\/p>\n<p>The new MEB-based Capri was spotted drive testing earlier this year. <\/p>\n<h2>READ MORE MOTORS <\/h2>\n<p><source media=\"(-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 1.5)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/newspress-collage-wqn5esxdc-1702206825403.jpg\"><source data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/newspress-collage-wqn5esxdc-1702206825403.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/newspress-collage-wqn5esxdc-1702206825403.jpg\"><\/picture><span>SAY GOODBYE <\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Drivers devastated as Ford cancels popular motor &#8211; to replace it with an EV\u00a0\u00a0<\/h3>\n<p><source media=\"(-webkit-min-device-pixel-ratio: 1.5)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/newspress-collage-iyoyb2vwi-1702136933827.jpg\"><source data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/newspress-collage-iyoyb2vwi-1702136933827.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/newspress-collage-iyoyb2vwi-1702136933827.jpg\"><\/picture><span>WINNING FORMULA <\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Bernie Ecclestone&#x27;s car collection revealed &#8211; including F1 icon&#x27;s motor<\/h3>\n<p>The beloved four-seat motor could boasts MEB characteristic proportions &#8211; including a wide track, a long wheelbase and short overhangs. <\/p>\n<p>According to motoring experts at AutoExpress, the new model could be similar to the Cupra Tavascan. <\/p>\n<p>And its driving performance and range is expected to be no different from to the Volkswagen ID.5.<\/p>\n<p>Car enthusiasts will be able to drive jump behind the wheel in late 2024 or early 2025.<\/p>\n<h2>Most read in Motors<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/2j6ax3b-car-punctured-flat-tire-739422065.jpg\"><\/picture><span>DIRE TYRE <\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Five signs your tyres need to be changed &#038; why trusted \u201820p test\u2019 could save you<\/h3>\n<p><\/span><span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/newspress-collage-20r8w11ci-1701708082251.jpg\"><\/picture><span>KING OF THE ROAD <\/span><\/p>\n<h3>We were fed up with paying for our mortgage\u2026 now we live in a minibus<\/h3>\n<p><\/span><span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/newspress-collage-iyoyb2vwi-1702136933827.jpg\"><\/picture><span>WINNING FORMULA <\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Bernie Ecclestone&#8217;s car collection revealed &#8211; including F1 icon&#8217;s motor<\/h3>\n<p><\/span><span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/tell-design-shows-https-www-865110730-1.jpg\"><\/picture><span>HOT WHEELS <\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Incredible Lamborghini Revuelto PHEV took 435 hours to hand paint<\/h3>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<p>It comes as a Ford Capri that was the recipient of a prestigious award just a few years ago has gone up for auction &#8211; but it&#x27;ll cost you an arm and a leg.<\/p>\n<p>The 1973 RSV3100, decked out in striking blue, was also the template for a popular replica\u00a0toy.<\/p>\n<p>Elsewhere, the last petrol-powered Volkswagen Golf R has been spotted during a test run ahead of its launch <span>next<\/span> year.<\/p>\n<p>Snapshots of the car at the Nurburgring &#8211; suggest it has undergone a makeover from the previous Mk8 model.<\/p>\n<p>The new\u00a0four-wheel-drive\u00a0range-topper is set to gain a series of styling updates and an interior makeover as part of an extensive facelift for the &#x27;MK8.5&#x27;.<\/p>\n<p>Elsewhere, an extremely rare Ford Capri with a bizarre backstory can be yours for \u00a330,000.<\/p>\n<p>The classic motor, which is a firm favourite among enthusiasts, is up for sale in Herefordshire after being locked away for 30 years by its bitter former owner.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, a car brand loved by Brits is scrapping one of their most popular motors after 12 years in service.<\/p>\n<p>Volkswagen\u00a0will be axing production of this particular model before the end of the year.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/back-motors-nuts-furious-iconic-865343819.jpg\"><br \/>\nSource: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/motors\/25003727\/motorists-furious-ford-capri-suv-electric-volkswagen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read Full Article<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>MOTORISTS have been left nuts furious as the iconic Ford Capri returns as a Volkswagen SUV. 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