Have you ever wondered how far a car can jump in reverse gear? Wonder no more, the Guinness World Record has just been set by Rod Dyrdek in a modified Chevrolet Sonic RS (Barina RS). Using a custom ramp, the little Sonic soared 27.2 metres through the air, which is […]
Holden Barina RS
Holden Barina RS review (video)
Holden has stormed into the mild hot hatch segment with this, the first-ever Barina RS. As the name suggests, this car is looking to impress with sporty details, plenty of equipment, and extra zing with the beefiest engine ever fitted to the local nameplate. Although it’s a fresh badge for […]
Hotter Holden Barina RS could be on the way
Holden has only just introduced the new Barina RS light performance hatch in Australia, however, it seems there is interest from a GM executive for a more potent version to be made. Sporting a 1.4-litre turbo four-cylinder with 103kW, the Barina RS is not really a direct rival for vehicles […]
Holden Barina RS on sale from $20,990
Holden is making a move into the semi-hot-hatch compact market segment with the new Holden Barina RS. The turbocharged micro machine becomes the new flagship Barina, offering sporty highlights in almost every area. Chief among which is the 1.4-litre turbo engine. The unit was previously seen in the top-spec Cruze […]
Holden Barina RS confirmed for Australia, arriving late-2013
Holden will introduce a new sporty variant of the humble Barina later this year called the Barina RS. It’ll comes with various motivating highlights and a punchy 1.4-litre turbo engine. Holden is yet to announce full specifications on the new variant. It is highly likely it will be powered by […]