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test would be big news only if they failed to meet the standards expected. The only area where the latest generation seems to have moved slightly backwards is noise suppression, now being merely very good. While the dynamics of this example didn't leave us quivering with excitement, driveiine options to suit specific needs are available.
Scania's pricing, on list at any rate, is competitive— but we suspect transaction prices may be lower elsewhere. As for the rear-steer element, CAP Monitor quotes a penalty of around £600 on the used
value due to the specialist nature, but again you take your choice.
Last year's epic CM 1,000-mile test notwithstanding, manufacturers taking the EGR route to Euro-4 have been reluctant to put trucks up for test. The 'common knowledge' around the truck stops is that you buy EGR for ease of use and SCR for economy, but we've had little opportunity to reach a decision. Yet probably the most significant fact to emerge from this test is that an EGR-equipped Euro-4 truck can deliver economy to match or improve on previous Euro-3 vehicles. With Scania's gauntlet thrown down, let's see who'll pick up the challenge.