drive it!: The Motor Magazine

"Green cars" look at first glance like ordinary small cars. But look closely again - the secret of this lady is in the details. drive it! takes a look at two of thempresent it!: Ford S-MaxThe Ford S-Max has been around since 2006, and its high time for a little change or two to re-invigorate this popular sports van. And thats just whats happened. On the outside, there are more chrome strips to add sparkle.But the real changes have taken place on the inside. Just like its brother, the elegant Galaxy, the S-Max shares the same platform, and boasts a newly developed EcoBoost engine with direct fuel injection. Drive it! chose a nice, new, 6 speed, 203 horsepower S-Max with a dual clutch gearbox to find out if all that glitters is really gold. compare it!: Green Cars: Skoda Fabia Green Line - Opel Corsa EcoFlex"Green cars" look at first glance like ordinary small cars. But look closely again... the secret of this lady is in the details. The Skoda Fabia 1.4 TDI Greenline is lighter and more streamlined than her competitors, pushes 80 horsepower, can go 100 kilometers on only 4.1 liters of diesel and costs 17,390 euros.The Opel Corsa 1.3 CDTI Ecoflex, which also boasts a frugal 4.1 liter fuel consumption, will run you only 14,200 euros, but with fewer extras. Drive it! decided to check on whether the two cars live up to the promises their manufacturers make. Come find out if they do! test it!: The Citron C6The Citron C6 is a large luxury sedan that appeals to a clientele who appreciate the merits of understated luxury. It exudes a serenity thats hard to find elsewhere in the car market today. Elongated and low, with a wrap around design that seals at the back, the C6 appears remarkably compact for a car with so many curves.Understatement and modesty, however, come to an abrupt end when this car hits the street. Its three liter, dual turbo diesel engine pushes 241 horsepower, ensuring a stark contrast between its reserved design demeanor and its hot performance...