Magelys, “Coach of the Year 2016”
A touring coach with an elegant design that oozes dynamism, the Magelys ensures travel is always a pleasure thanks to the on-board comfort, the completely new feeling of space and the panoramic visibility that its roof side glazing panels offer its passengers.
The versatility of the Magelys is demonstrated through its three versions, each of which is available in two different lengths (12.20 and 12.80 m):
– Line, for medium distance travel in conditions of exceptional comfort;
– Pro, the perfect solution for high service levels on regular liberalised inter-regional, national and international lines, combining a high level of accessibility with equipment providing exceptional comfort, all in a context of managed operating costs;
– Lounge, a “full options” version. Unveiled at Busworld, this new version – based on the standard of the Pro version – benefits from the following range of equipment: AS-Tronic gearbox, lateral sun blind, driver’s seat armrest, electric defrosting of the driver’s window, GPS, reversing camera, camera for the centre door, hostess seat, hostess cupboard, hostess microphone, hostess camera, coffee machine, camera filming the road for the passengers and glazed central roof section. The following optional equipment is available: seats with adjustable headrest, USB sockets, touchscreen radio display and two games tables at the rear allowing eight passengers to sit opposite one another for a more relaxed experience.
At 12.80 m long, the Magelys Lounge on display at Busworld has 44 seats and 8 spaces around two games tables at the rear of the vehicle, a glass roof in addition to the side glazing panels, a multimedia audiovisual system and USB sockets.
As an option, the Line and Pro versions can be fitted with an additional door on the right-hand side, with a lift platform and a “Cinema Seat System” (CSS) to allow access for one wheelchair user. The CSS means that the seats in question can be quickly and easily folded away to take up less space, freeing up an area for the wheelchair or a games table.
Naturally, the Magelys benefits from a high degree of active and passive safety, making use of the very latest technological innovations. For example, its robust self-supporting structure is hardened in a cataphoretic bath which ensures it has long-lasting protection against corrosion. It is designed to meet the R 66/01rollover test, an international standard that ensures passengers receive maximum protection should the vehicle overturn.
The Magelys is equipped as standard with ABS brakes, ASR to optimise traction control and grip during start up, ESP to correct the vehicle’s trajectory when cornering and prevent the vehicle from swerving off the road, AEBS emergency brakes and a lane departure warning system (LDWS), a useful aid that warns the driver of any loss of concentration or sleepiness.
As an option, the Magelys can be fitted with ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control) which uses radar to ensure a safe distance is kept from the vehicle in front and automatically triggers the engine brake and retarder if this distance suddenly decreases.
The Magelys Euro VI boasts a 10% reduction in fuel consumption compared to the previous Euro V engine as a result of its lower weight, which has been reduced by about 200 kg, and tweaks to the bodywork that make it more aerodynamic.
The Magelys won over a panel of 22 journalists from the specialist European coach and bus press to be awarded the coveted title of “International Coach of the Year 2016”, beating stiff competition from five other manufacturers by offering the best operating cost without compromising style, comfort or safety.
Within a legislative framework which is favourable to coach transport, this major success reinforces Iveco Bus’ positioning as one of Europe’s leading industry players.
The Magelys on display on the stand celebrates the partnership with the All Blacks with its livery bearing the rugby team’s colours. A Magelys and three specially adapted Daily Hi-Matic minibuses have been chosen to transport the defending World Champions, the prestigious All Blacks rugby team and the New Zealand Federation during the 2015 Rugby World Cup which is currently taking place in the UK. The Magelys which has a basic configuration with 57 seats, has been customised to provide the players and those accompanying them with even more comfort: it features just 46 reclining leather seats and a host of amenities such as Wi-Fi connection, GPS, a coffee machine, a twin amplifier for microphones, a USB port for every seat and a 220 V socket for every pair of seats
