Chevrolet Beat Car Review and Specifications

Chevrolet Beat Diesel is a hatchback from General Motors. It was launched on the 25th of July 2011. It is loaded with a 1.0L diesel engine. It has got refined interior and exterior looks. The General Motors have purposefully launched it to compete with the Toyota Etios Liva, Maruti Cervo and Honda Brio. Both the hatchbacks are expected to launch within 3 months. According to the Automotive Research Association of India report it gives a mileage of 24kmpl.

Exteriors

It is a perfect hatchback for those who live in the metropolitan cities. The tidy hatchback does not worry you in the traffic. Compared to the other hatchbacks you will feel a better driving experience in traffic conditions. The front fascia is daunted with sporty head lamps. A chrome coated radiator grille is the central attraction of the car. The signature of the company adds beauty to the car. On the rear side the car has got unique round tail lamps with clear polycarbonate lenses. The body colored bumpers and the stylish fog lamps are the best examples for the unique exterior design. It comes with exterior features like integrated rear spoiler, tubeless tyres, stylized wheels, body colored bumpers and body color tailgate handle etc.

Interiors

It is a five seat hatchback. The interiors are in dual tone color. Head and leg room will not at all be an issue in this hatch. Carrying luggage might be an issue, because it gives less amount of space. The body colored instrumental panel along with the elegantly designed dashboard gives an exceptional look for the car. The inbuilt audio system along with the manual AC is good. The top end model is equipped with airbags which reduces the impact of injury in case of collision. It comes with interior features like abs, alloy wheels, dual airbags and seat belts, power steering, power window, power door locks, and cup holders etc to enhance the luxurious interior atmosphere. Overall the interior design of the hatchback is outstanding.

Engine Specifications

It is equipped with a 1.0Litre, diesel engine. It has 936cc of displacement, 4 cylinders or 6 cylinders. The engines have a capacity to churn out the maximum power of 57 at 4000 rpm and peak torque of 150 at 1750 rpm. According to the official reports of General Motors, these engines generate less sound and will be eco friendly. The advanced engine provides an excellent fuel economy. Overall it will be equipped with robust engines.

Safety Features

It is equipped with most of the important safety features namely the dual front airbags, abs, central locking, child safety door locks, front and rear seat belts, collapsible steering, power doors, front and rear crumple zone etc.

Toyota Etios Car Looks Price Review Specifications

Toyota Etios Looks

The exterior of the car is a head turner but it is the interior that will pull you into its grips. The car will surely make you spend a lot of time with its comfortable look and feels. The Toyota Etios photos also reveal that the car has good headroom and leg space both at the front and the rear. Other Toyota Etios photos also reveal the dashboard, car seats, drive wheel, and the cup holders.

Toyota Etios Specifications

The Toyota Etios specifications, versions and fuel efficiency are as follows. The Toyota Etios with a 1.5L engine delivers 90PS of peak power at 5600rpm and 132Nm of peak torque at 3000rpm. Under ARAI standard conditions, the car gives a mileage of 17.64kmpl. The overall Etios India Specifications with respect to the length is 4265mm, 1695mm of width, 1510mm of height and 170mm of ground clearance. The car has a wheelbase 2550mm and luggage space of 595litres.The high end variants Etios have on 185/60 R15 tyres.

Toyota Etios comes in four variants – J, G, V and Vx. The luxury versions of Etios have ABS, Airbags, power windows, power steering, fog lamps, rear defogger, alloy wheels, 13L cooled glove box, central locking, integrated music system with controls mounted on the drive wheel itself. From the Toyota Etios India specifications and the design, it is clear that Toyota has been careful with the Etios. The Etios is a bit old fashioned in the looks and the interiors with centrally mounted instrument cluster and red trims are the usual.

Toyota Etios Price

The Toyota Etios India is powered by diesel (1.4 Litre) and Petrol (1.3 or 1.2L) Engine. TheEtios Price will give stiff competition to the likes of Maruti Swift, Ritz and Fiat Punto. To make Toyota Etios affordable, it will feature limited sound-proofing, durable interior, basic seats and one windscreen wiper.

Toyota Etios Price in India: Approx 5 Lacs to 6 Lacs Indian Rupee (INR)

Toyota Etios Ex-showroom diesel price in India starts at Rs6, 44 lakhs (ex showroom Delhi)

Toyota Etios On Road Price includes logistics (shipping & handling) & number plate charge and other charges which the dealer may apply.

Mahindra to Bring the Cheapest Sports Utility Car

Mahindra and Mahindra is gearing up to release a mini SUV at a mind boggling starting price of just Rs 3-4 lakh. In fact work on the project has already begun almost a year earlier. The Indian SUV leader is teaming up with the South Korean Ssangyong Motors to bring up this latest marvel.

The company is expected to come up with car in 28 months and is currently working under the secret codename S101 for the new SUV. The car will come in two fuel versions with the petrol variant to be propelled by a 1-1.2 litre engine, while the diesel version will be equipped with a more robust 1.5 litre engine.

If the company launches the vehicle with the speculated price of around Rs 3-4 lakh this would be the cheapest SUV across the world. There has been no official confirmation on any of these reports from the company but the reports are from a reputed news source in the auto industry. As per those media reports the company has already over a hundred engineers working on the project and will use the expertise of Ssangyong, to launch the ultra low cost SUV.

The company will be able to draw a new line of consumers who are looking for a low cost SUV. If the SUV is able to carry off with style and a robust performance the car will surely give a run for its money to the low cost and mid segment cars in the market. The fact that the SUV market in India has also not fully realized its potential will work in the favour of the company. Currently SUV cars from MNC automakers come at a premium price tag of 15-20 lakh and Indian car makers offer the same at a price tag of Rs 6.5 lakh.

Currently entry segment cars in India are ruling the roost with the likes of Tata Nano (priced between Rs 1.47 lakh to Rs 2.05 lakh), Maruti Suzuki 800 (Rs 1.99 lakh to Rs 2.42 lakh), Hyundai Santro Xing (Rs 2.84 lakh), Maruti Suzuki Alto (Rs 2.39 lakh to Rs 2.89 lakh), Hyundai Eon (Rs 2.71 lakh to Rs 2.93 lakh) and Maruti Eeco (Rs 2.95 lakh).One must tread the path of buying a low cost entry level cars with caution and only price should not influence the purchasing decision. Customers should tread the path of buying a car with caution and keep in mind that low costs always does not lead to a good value buy. Sooner or later you might end up losing a lot more if you have not brought the right car.

Mahindra Xylo Car Review and Specifications

Mahindra Xylo is latest entrant from Mahindra. This vehicle is for the rough and rugged with an aggressive look yet appealing to the eyes. The car is a combination of sporty and classy looks. This one looks like a sure shot for the adventure thirsty and customers looking for a value buy.

Engine: It comes in two engine variants. The diesel engine with a capacity of 2498cc is for the power fanatics with robust performance. Packed with a common rail direct injection engine it is available in five speed manual transmission. It is a 112 horse power engine with a torque of 260.

Exterior: The front grille immediately grabs attention with graphics. The front bumper of the car complements the looks and offers good protection. The door handles are simple and match the body color to the exterior. The car occupies up to seven people.

Interiors: The interiors have ample space justifying the tag line. Whatever the terrain you drive on the comfort seems to just follow you. The ambience inside is further enhanced with the leather and fabric upholstery. Other features include the door pads, chromed inner door handles, sporty cockpit, drive selection and parking brake levers, wood print panels, and multi meter. The adjustable steering wheel and the fold able arm rests present in the car makes for a comfortable drive. The surround cool dual air conditioner cools the car instantly. The storage section is also taken care of with the availability of huge leg space, cup holders and storage compartments at the front doors. Some other exciting comfort features are the fold able flight trays for snacks, mobile charging, courtesy lamps, express power windows, integrated footstep, roof console for spectacle, etc.

Safety Features: It has 15 inch alloy puncture resistant wheels. The specification of wheels is capable of taking any road condition. Then the usual safety measure like the airbags for all, fog lamps, engine immobilizer, crumple zone protection and seat belt warning to name a few.

Ride and Handling: The car comes with front disc and back drum brakes with independent coil spring suspension at the front and multi link coil spring at the rear. This high powered engine delivers an impressive mileage.

Available in four basic models it comes in shades of diamond white, toreador red, gold shimmer, fiery black, java brown, mist silver and rocky beige. Entertainment is not far behind with the surround sound. It starts with a price of Rs 7, 16,700 and goes up to Rs 9, 42, 30.

Hyundai Santa Fe Auto Car Review

As of today Hyundai is the most leading car exporter in India and also the largest car maker next only the Maruti. The car falls in the premium category and is available in auto transmission with extra options. The car has a four wheel drive option which is equipped with six speed auto gear option. This ensures an easy and smooth driving experience. The other comfort options are the start button, smart key and one touch operations.

Mr. H W Park, MD and CEO, HMIL, said, “The Santa Fe launched last year has been extremely well received, and the new offering with automatic transmission further improves our value proposition.” The Santa Fe AT is available with 2.2.L CRDi engine. It is the most robust engine in its segment and gives a maximum power of 197 horse power at 4000 rpm. It also has torque of 44.5kgm/1800-2500. The hi-tech engine of the Santa Fe has a line of high tech features that gives maximum performance and excellent control under any road condition. It has a fuel mileage of 11.72 kmpl (ARAI certified).

It has also been awarded the five star safety rating by New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). The Santa Fe is packed with range of active and passive safety features such as electronic stability program (EPS) and anti-lock braking system (ABS) -- with electronic brake force distribution (EBD) to ensure greater driving stability. The six standard airbags and active head rests greatly enhance passenger protection and safety. Since its launch in October 2010, the Santa Fe has received an overwhelming response, till date 1100 units have been sold. The Santa Fe has been awarded “SUV of the Year 2011” by several media houses. The 4WD (AT) Santa Fe is priced at Rs 24, 36,500 (ex-showroom Delhi), it’s available in five colours.

Hyundai Launched The Automatic Santa Fe on Monday. The car is priced at Rs.24, 36,500 as per ex-showroom Delhi. The car falls in the SUV segment.

"Santa Fe launched last year has been extremely well received, the new offering with automatic transmission further improves our value proposition," said H.W. Park , managing director and chief executive, Hyundai Motors India.

Mahindra Verito Car Just Got More Special

Mahindra Verito is now available in a special limited edition offer. The company with aim of gulping huge volumes has launched the limited edition Verito saloon, the Verito Executive.

The special edition Verito is bolstered with alloy wheels, body decals, leather seat covers and leather-wrapped steering wheel, matching door inserts, integrated Bluetooth and USB connectivity.

The Executive class car also comes loaded with the same options of the Verito D6 like the airbag, ABS with EBD, variometric AC, body side cladding, ski racks, rear spoiler and chrome applique. The Car comes in two special contrasts, Pearl White and Walnut Brown.

Vivek Nayer, Sr. Vice President – Marketing, Automotive Sector, M&M, said , “The launch of the Verito Executive Edition will add a more premium status quotient to the saloon. Together with the propositions of space and mileage, which Verito is already known for, this new edition will provide premium interior and exterior features to our customers.”

The Verito Executive comes in a 1.5-litre diesel engine delivering up to 65bhp with a price range of Rs 6.94 lakh for the BS III variant and Rs 7.09 lakh for BS IV. The gasoline version powers up to 85bhp and is equipped with a 1.6-litre engine and comes at a price of Rs 5.95 lakh for BS III and Rs 5.99 lakh for BS IV. All the prices are indicative of ex-showroom, Delhi.

The festive edition cars are looked upon to hook the ever busy business acumen and professionals. Since its inception on the roads the Mahindra Verito has been a chartbuster delivering good sales in India in comparison to its other sedan cars in India.

The Verito Executive Edition, as the name suggests, with the business and executive class as the target audience stands for best value for money, without compromising on the finer aspects of life. This brand positioning exactly relates to the target group – someone who stands apart and above his peers without being pompous about his achievements. The Verito looks ready to lock horns with the likes of other entry level sedans such as Toyota Etios, Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire, Chevrolet Aveo, and many others.

The Latest Car From Nissan Is the NV200

Nissan NV200 is the latest creation from the house of Nissan Motors. The car is expected to be a alternative to the likes of the Toyota Innova and the Xylo in the desi auto market.

From pre launch reports the CEO of Hover Automotive India told that the NV 200 will be completely made from the scratch at the Chennai unit of Nissan Motors. The sales, services, accessories, promotional strategies and dealerships will be handled by Hover on behalf of Nissan Motors in India.

“NV 200 is an international product and is a preferred vehicle for the taxi segment and for business needs. In India, NV 200 will be positioned to appeal to both the taxi segment as well as business customers”, he said. “However, it is difficult to tell the exact time when the NV 200 will be launched”.

Mr. Jain also added that “This will be made in India, for the India”. He further added that it is not decided if the car will be called NV 200 in India or will be given a new Indian name. “NV 200 certainly figures in the five car models that Nissan wants to make completely in India. With regard to any further sourcing for the cars parts for the high end variants Mr. Jain said that “Importing will be an option only for high-end international products”.

On its plans for the main stream Indian auto market Nissan, with the likes of Bajaj and Renault, is already working on a low cost car. Nissan this time is surely considering a small car for the Indian market after the launch of its much famed Nissan Micra. “Seventy per cent of the cars sold in India are below Rs 6 lakh. We are evaluating this segment”, he said.

With the sales figures of 15,000 vehicles for the previous year, Nissan plans to increase the sales up to three times this time with target sales of 40,000 units this year on the back of the good response to its Micra and the recent launch of its midsize sedan sunny.

Maruti Ertiga SUV Review

The country's largest car maker Maruti Suzuki at the Auto Expo made another big bang. The company launched the coveted multi Purpose Vehicle (MPV) Ertiga. It will come in option of diesel and petrol.

Ertiga will come in 1400 cc diesel engine and is available in petrol 1300 C. Maruti claims that Ertiga runs 20 kilometers in 1 liter of diesel. It is being expected that the seven seat of the car price will be in the range of Rs 8.5 lakh to Rs 7 lakh. The MPV March-April will be sold.

The gasoline has a mileage of 16.02 kilometers per liter. The Key Specifications are: Length 4265mm, Width 1695mm, Height 1685mm. It is a VVT K14A (Variable Valve Timing) engine with 70kw/6000rpm, D13A 66kw/4000rpm power and torque of 130Nm/4000rpm, 200Nm/1750rpm.

"Ertiga" is a light SUV in the Indian market. A compact, small displacement vehicle with "compact 3-row seat". Yet, spacious with interior comfort and adults can ride well in the third column, good maneuverability due to its compact size, high economic efficiency achieved by the engine with low fuel consumption and low emissions.

On the other hand, "Suzuki Motorcycle India" showed new lightweight and compact fuel-efficient 110cm3 "Hayate (Hayate)," and fuel-efficient and stylish new scooter "Swish 125 (125 swish).

With a birth rate still very high compared to the standard of the old industrial countries, India has a very young population, with most families consisting of more than five members. Reason enough for the first local manufacturer, Maruti Suzuki, to develop a new compact MPV 7 seater.

With a modern although almost trivial, the Ertiga has nothing to do with the poverty of Maruti EECO (aka Suzuki Every +) or the Omni, only modernized version of the Suzuki Carry, known at one time We as the GME Rascal in the late 80's. According to its manufacturer, the Ertiga "is distinguished by its lightweight and compact body and small engines." It is launched in India with the aim to exploit a new market, the compact MPV with three rows of seats will look to thrive like the Toyota Innova and Mahindra Xylo local.

Recognizing the buying power of customers, Maruti Suzuki was required to contain costs by borrowing a maximum of component models of its current range. Ertiga betrays its origins: it is based on the platform Swift, with a wheelbase lengthened course increased from 2.43 m to 2.74 m. We also recognize its headlamps.

Volkswagen Vento Car Price Review and Specifications

The first feeling is that the Vento is your regular German made medium sized saloon. Well sculpted, sleek and designs that are underplayed make it look sturdy. While the road clearance is good the drawback is that the 15 inch wheels don not quite utilize the arches. The Vento does make up with larger back tyres than its Polo cousin allowing for a large back space.

Once you are inside you get what you wanted. The designs are really underplayed with no nonsense flashy dashboard. The controls are easy on the eye and the interior quality comes as a surprise when compared to its Indian competition. The finer details are all taken care of like the front occupants seat that can be leveraged using a lever from the back seat. The back seats are relaxing with good height support allowing up to three passengers at the back. Like the trademark Volkswagen style all the seats are well cushioned and have a good finishing.

Volkswagen is available in 1.6 liter, 105 horse power petrol and diesel variants. These engines are accompanied by five speed manual gear. You can also go for a six speed auto version in the spark ignition variant. The auto version though might not speed up as quickly as you would like. It involves a bit of gear work during the overtaking maneuver. The engine does make you zoom around the city streets and even cruise at high speeds.

As mentioned earlier the auto gear lacks the punch in the power department as they wanted to be cost efficient. The Vento has a normal torque converter transmission. So if you want to just stroll across your journey the auto transmission is what you need. The gear transmissions are silent and the delay ratios are a no fuss. But the fun part is really thrown out of the window as the shifts are pretty slow and the engine starts panting when compared to the manual gears. The lack of dead pedal is surely a huge miss in an auto gear.

The common rail diesel seems to have all the right nodes to it. Though you will manage to stay away from the bog zone you cannot escape the lag. The Vento is reliable, safe and a simple rider control makes for easy drive in the city traffic. The tyres are really gripping but there might be a hint of body roll. It takes every terrain in its stride. A few bumps did manage to sneak in but that was when we were four up and fully loaded.

All the brothers and sisters of the Vento come with rear armrest. The dashboard sure makes for a dashing appearance with a music player, climate control, electric mirrors, alloy wheels, remote locking, trip comp and a couple of airbags.

The Vento surely is not the one to be overlooked for the solid build, the underplayed class and for its diesel version. It starts from Rs 6.99 lakh for the trend line petrol and goes on to Rs 9.23 lakhs for the high line diesel.

Hyundai Eon Car to Stay on the Roads for a Long Time to Come

Hyundai Eon pegged at an entry price of Rs 2.5 lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi) will be exclusively made in India. The car will come in both manual and auto gear option as well. From the first looks we can tell you that the Hyundai Eon is going to stay on the roads for a long time to come.

Initially the Hyundai Eon was kept under the wraps with the codename HA. The Hyundai Eon is expected to battle with other small cars like the Maruti Alto and the Maruti A-Star and is all set to dethrone Maruti as the market leader in the small car segment. The car looks neatly done with utmost care taken even for the minute details. The Eon certainly has the looks to keep your eyes gazed on it for quite some time. The Hyundai Eon too also embodies the modern fluidic styling and gives it all the characteristics of a low cost car. The wheel arches and shoulder line are all quite intriguing for a small car and don’t be surprised if you ever come up across something similar to the Eon only in the likes of Mercedes-Benz CLS. The front fiasco has a shade of the Hyundai’s hexagonal grille up front and eye catchy floodlights with the chrome.

“New car launches are determined on the basis of the long-term outlook on a market. Our outlook on the Indian market in the medium and long-term is very positive. We want to address the Indian customer with regular product launches," Hyundai director (marketing & sales) Arvind Saxena said. "Eon is the best bet for Hyundai to increase sales after relatively sound success of its smaller cars like Santro," said a Mumbai-based auto analyst.

The wheelbase is similar to the likes of other small car contemporaries with measurement of 2380mm. However it is on the shorter side compared to the Santro and light in weight as well. The steel has been craftily used with altering thickness making the Eon both Stubborn and nippy in weight. The car is only a meager 715-795kg taking it to the likes of Maruti’s Alto, which is saying something. The interior of the car shares the credit with the well knitted out i10, and is cleverly arranged with little shelves and cubbyholes. The car is bolstered with enough features like a CD player, USB audio, remote locking, a shift indicator on the dash and tilt steering.

The windscreen is on the steeper side and shorter as well. This makes the space availability come at a premium. The congestion is further increased by the boot space which is best in its class with a capacity of up to 215 litres of luggage. This means that if the driver at the front is tall then the passenger at the rear will be short of space.

You will have some relief as there is some space to place your feet under the front seats as the front seats are erect and upright. With a decent thigh support and head space, it is not all that bad. The best place to be though is the driver’s end with a humungous space.

The Eon has a three-cylinder copy of the Santro IRDE engine. With 814cc and 56bhp you will have something left to rev it up. The refinement of the three-cylinder falls short of expectations as there seems to be considerable amount of vibration at idle. The engine even rattles at times but does seem to respond on higher rpms. In the mid range the car seems to have the entire world under its control and will most probably ease you through any city terrains.

Mahindra and Ssangyong Release a New Line of SUVs

Mahindra & Mahindra and the Ssangyong Motors will soon start to reap the benefits of their partnership. They will soon start to work on a new line of sport utility vehicle. The cars are expected to hit the Indian market in two to three years.

“We will soon start conceptualizing a utility vehicle together,” said B. Bhaumik, senior vice-president and head of product development (auto division) at Mahindra and Mahindra. “It will be a premium SUV in the range of Rs. 15-20 lakh.” The outcome of the partnership is expected with baited breath as both the companies are known for their expertise in the utility vehicle segment.

Mahindra has a stake of seventy percent for Rs. 2,105 crore and is looking to further its ambitions in the global markets and the range of offerings.

“We will be sharing each other’s platform to develop vehicles,” said Rajesh Jejurikar, chief executive (automotive), Mahindra and Mahindra. “The discussions regarding developing a joint product are at final stages.”

Mahindra will further add advantage to Ssangyong’s expertise for its venture in the Indian market. “Very soon we will be forming a cross-functional team to look after the interests of both the companies,” Jejurikar said. “So far, the strategy is to bring in products at (the) top end from Ssangyong, while the needs of (the) lower end will be taken care of by Mahindra.”

While industry experts are of the opinion that the partnership is expected to work in the positive direction and only add to more volume demand as Mahindra is already a leader in the segment. “The Rs. 15-20 lakh range is mostly dominated by sedans like Honda Accord and Toyota Camry while on the SUV front, you only have Tata Aria and Skoda Yeti,” said Yaresh Kothari, sector analyst at Angel Broking Ltd. “A locally produced vehicle in that price range will attract a lot of buyers.”

Ssangyong will also begin a proposed chain of service outlets, Jejurikar said, was a “step towards further strengthening our presence in the SUV segment... These outlets will cater to the needs vehicles placed above the Mahindra Xylo.”

Hyundai Eon Car Price Review and Specifications

The small cars from Hyundai always seem to hog the big lime lights. From the Santro to the i20 they have all had their share of the success. Hyundai is now ready to move to the next level to even replace the likes of the Santro with agent HA. Hyundai Eon had been earlier codenamed as HA. The car is expected to hit the roads by the second week of October.

The car is expected to carry the next design legacy of the “Hyundai Fluidic Concept”. In terms of cost the car has come up trumps with just under 3 lacs. The headlamps to the grille, all are reminders of the new Hyundai design concept. The side looks though would give you a familiar feeling with some similarity to the merc cars. The car seems to have hit all the right nodes in terms of the looks.

The car has been trimmed in the right areas with no extra length or space. The wheel base of the car is shorter when compared to the Santro. The wheelbase stands at a measurement of 2380 mm and so it might not stand up to the tall boy looks and space of the Santro. The interiors would be some what similar to the likes of the Nano. The inside of the car is surely more premium compared to the Nano both in terms of the quality of equipments and the upholstery. Even other competitors like the Alto, Spark and A-Star would only be a pale shadow compared to the Eon. The entertainment is taken care by a standard CD player with other assorted items in the high end versions. The cubby holes in the Hyundai Eon more than makes up for the lack of space. The leg space is one of best in class with a capacity of up to 218 litres.

 

The chassis is like the one in the i10. This means that the driver experience and the performance of the car will also be up to the level of the i10. The visibility on the road could be a problem towards the rear as the steeply raked in column reduces the visibility to near zero. This could probably be a well thought out plan to promote the rear parking sensors as accessories for this car.

The Hyundai Eon has the same engine from the Santro with a maximum power of up to 56 bhp. The car is expected to come with a five speed manual transmission gear shift. As per ARAI reports the car has a petrol thirst at every 21 kms. The icing on the cake would be the price factor with Hyundai Eon being just under the price of 2.75 lakhs for the base variant it could sure be a car to watch out for.

Powered by a small 814cc petrol engine the exterior dimensions of Hyundai Eon are 3495 mm X 1625 mm X 1535 mm (L X B X H).The 3 cylinder 814cc engine of Eon generates 54 bhp and 76.5 Nm torque which is quite powerful. It also includes power steering, power windows for the front, and airbag for the driver. ABS is not installed. The size of the tires will be 155/70.

Skoda Mission L Car Will Be Released by the End of 2011

Skoda MissionL will be released by the end of 2011. This was revealed at the ongoing world’s biggest auto show in Frankfurt. The Skoda Auto division’s Czech division confirmed that the car will be on the Indian roads by 2011 and the car will fall in the compact car segment.

“The MissionL will be launched in Europe, Russia and China in 2012, and the customers in India will see it arrive in the market even earlier, before the end of 2011,” this was confirmed by Skoda. Skoda also confirmed that the car is almost complete and will soon start large scale production.

“This new compact model and the new products to follow are a guarantee of accomplishing our goal to increase global annual sales to 1.5 million by 2018. We are going to present a new car approximately every six months,” said Skoda Board Chairman HC Winfried Vahland.
Similar to the likes of SEAT IBL concept, the Skoda seems to get inspired from the VW Jetta platform. Even the sharp curve lines on the flanks and discreet door handles are similar to the Spanish touch from the Jetta.

The customers can lay their hands on the new Skoda by fag end of 2011.The car is expected to be more of a sedan and not the usual hatchback. This move is said to have been devised in order to suit the target audience.

The company’s Board Chairman Prof Dr hc Winfried Vahland said the launch of this car is said to mark the beginning of a new approach from the Skoda car makers. He said that the new small car model is the just the start of their aggressive campaign in achieving the sales target of 1.5 million by 2018. Keeping this in mind the company plans to launch a new car at least once in every six months.

Speaking on the design of the car Eckhard Scholz from Skoda says that the “We have taken a pure approach to this design study. The car has a strong, sporty look that conveys a beautiful simplicity and a youthful and contemporary appearance. Many people look for clean, minimalistic lines, and the MissionL concept offers that.”

The Skoda’s strong sales approach seems to have so far gone the right way. The sales have grown by 18.3 % to 583,600 cars for the year 2011 until now. The January to August sales in China have grown by 29.2% alone that roughly translates to a whooping 148,862 cars on the road. In Russia, the sales for the year 2011 so far has stood at 43,604 vehicles. Skoda India has so far sold 18,980 cars. All these numbers add up to a huge growth of 50.4% in the comparison to the sales target of the previous years.

The Skoda MissionL can be expected to give stiff competition to other small cars like the Maruti Suzuki Alto, Hyundai i10 and the Chevrolet Beat.

Skoda Yeti Car is Still in Huge Demand

The Skoda Yeti was released in November 2010. The vehicle is still in huge demand. It was first showcased at the January 2010 at Delhi Auto Expo.

The car has a 2 liter diesel engine. It has a four cylinder, turbo charged, liquid cooled and six speed transmissions. The car generates a horse power of 140 with a torque of 320. The engine is combination of power and good mileage.
The outer looks of the car makes for easy attraction. The front of the vehicle has wide head lights and fog lamps. The logo of the company at the centre of the vehicle grille is like icing on the cake. The dark toned chrome bumper also adds up like jewels on the crown.

The mirrors and indicators are sharp and well designed. The wide 16 inch alloy wheels instantly hold your attention. The ground clearance of the vehicle is good and the suspension is capable of handling the toughest of roads. From the side it looks a like an evolved sports utility vehicle. Over all, the entire looks department has all the beautiful ingredients.

The inside of the car are also well complemented. This car is capable of seating up to five people and has four doors. The dash board is wide and similar to the one on the Skoda Laura with chrome. The leather upholstery is also well chosen for the car. The comfort is nothing short of heaven. The space is huge and you can spread yourself to the maximum. The entertainment is taken care by the 6.5 inch touch screen. The luggage space is also very large. Other features included are the air condition, under luggage compartment floor, front glove box with cooling, illumination, electronically adjustable external mirrors, multi functional display, and the storage compartments inside the panels is good. Overall it is a good car which suits for those who love long journeys.

The vehicle comes with high technology safety features like the electronic differential lock, seat belts, airbags, engine immobilizer with floating code system, remote control opening and closing of windows, active front head restraints, height adjustable three point seat belts at front and three point seat belts for rear, protective covers for engine, gearbox and undercarriage, security code for central infotainment system, remote control locking and unlocking of doors and boot lid with two fold able keys.

The car gives a mileage of 16 kilometers per liter. The car comes in two versions one is 'Ambient' and the other one is 'Elegance'. The price tag of the Ambient is 15.4 lakh and Elegance is 16.8 lakhs in Indian market.

Tata Aria Looks, Price and Specifications

The Tata Aria looks reveal that the exterior design of this vehicle is very much skewed. Indian reviewers have reported it as very attractive. It looks unmistakably a Tata. The Aria is spacious on the inside as is expected from a big crossover. The dashboard is also very contemporary, loaded with features and good looking.

The Tata Aria car looks a sure competitor to the likes of the Toyota Innova and is much better in terms of design, styling, exterior, interiors and safety features.

Tata Aria Specifications

The Tata Aria India not only looks right but also has right proportions.
The Tata Aria Specifications is it is a seven seater multi utility vehicle and features the latest 2179cc DiCOR 4 valve DOHC diesel engine. The Tata Aria Specifications with regard to the length is 4780mm, width is 1895mm and height is 1780mm. Tata Aria India has a seating capacity of seven passengers and all the occupants will be in for a soothing ride. The Tata Aria has a big wheelbase of 2850mm and the ground clearance is neat 200mm which also makes for a great off roading experience.

Tata Aria Price

The Tata Aria price starts from the range of Rs 12.91lakh for the base and goes up to Rs 15.5lakh for the high end version. The Tata Aria India is high on features but for a Tata brand the crossover some might believe is priced on the higher side.

Here are the Ex-showroom Tata Aria Prices (Delhi)

Pleasure: Rs 12.91 lakh (Fabric upholstery)

Prestige: Rs 14.13 lakh (Fabric upholstery)

Prestige: Rs 14.5 lakh (Leather upholstery)

Pride: Rs 15.5 lakh (Leather upholstery)

Tata Aria On Road Price includes logistics (shipping & handling) & number plate charge and other charges which the dealer may apply.

With an attractive price tag expected to be between Rs5 to Rs7 lakhs and Toyota’s reputation sure makes this car a hot buy.

Skoda Yeti Car Price Review and Specifications

The new Skoda vehicle comes in two models. The two variants are the Ambiente and Elegance. The Skoda Yeti is a rugged yet smart car not only in terms of the looks but also in terms of the riding experience.

Interiors: With the combination of style and comfort its jam packed with features. The interiors are spacious and the instrument panel is nicely placed on the dashboard. The interiors of the car is very elegant with dual tone styled interiors and highly advanced comforts. The spacious interior of the car is sure to attract the car crazy crowds. The Yeti will make you feel at home even in the busiest of traffic jams.

Exterior Appearance: The Skoda Yeti is a stylish compact premium vehicle that offers distinct sporty look. The front of the car looks even more ravishing with the logo of Skoda embossed on the bonnet.

Engine: As of now it is available only in the diesel option. The turbocharged, liquid cooled, high pressure direct injection diesel engine is endowed with six speed manual transmission for robust performance along with a high mileage for both the cities and the highways. The engine also has turbo charger making it very efficient and cooling very quickly. This is the same engine which powers the Skoda Laura and Skoda Superb but one can consider it as a beta version that returns more engine output. The motor of the Skoda Yeti is power packed and delivers muscular response.

The large wheels are of great help in controlling the car in bad road conditions and give good overall control and also reduce the skidding rate in slush and watery roads. Though it does not give the muscle power like the big cars and tough diesels, you will never be left in the large for power with the six speed gear box.

Handling and Safety: The Skoda Yeti is a five seat stylish compact vehicle. Its sleek dimensions assure neat handling for city driving. This model from Skoda offers an off road mode that has an intelligent system which makes driving on slopes much easier. This outstanding quality ensures that you are ready for any terrain. The car is equipped with safety features that act as guards against any unexpected surprises that come in our way. The Skoda Yeti is available in five colors that include matos brown, candy white, magic black, brilliant silver and aqua blue.

BMW Mini Cars Comes at Just 25 Lakhs

 

BMW Mini, the pioneers of modern cars is coming big way into the Indian market. In fact the launch of the cars has gained steam and the upcoming Delhi International auto expo in January 2012 could well see the unveiling of the Mini cars.

While speaking to the reporters at the ongoing Frankfurt Auto Expo, Member of the board of management, BMW Group, said Harald Kruger said, "We are introducing the Mini in India to build our brand image."

While, further informing about this iconic brand, Mr. Kruger said, "A lot of Indians who have studied abroad are familiar with the brand. They are our potential customers. They perhaps drove the Mini when they were abroad and will miss it when they are back in India. While Mini in the rest of the world is an ageless brand, in India, we think it will have a huge potential for the young people." "It can be driven for an evening dinner out or to a sports event or as a city runabout."

The car imported to India will be a completely built unit. This follows the same trend the way the cars like Volkswagen’s iconic Beetle and Fiat’s popular 500 model were imported. This means that the Mini Cooper will be levied a 102 percent import duty. The starting price tag of BMW Mini is expected to be Rs 23 lakh in the country.

The company will launch the entire variants in the BMW Mini inclusive of the BMW Cooper, BMW Countryman, BMW Clubdoor and the BMW Cabrio. The high end Clubman would reportedly be priced at the 30 lakh range which would also include a total sports deal and accessories. The Mini is expected to be accompanied by other luxury hatchbacks like the Mercedes-Benz BClass and the Audi A3 next year.

The New Luxury Sedan Car Is the Renault Fluence

The external looks of the car is the first come to the notice. The design is completely off beat and different from the rest of the pack. The front grille, chrome and head lights all complement each other very well. The inside leg space is huge. The car has good road clearance and will be an easy ride on the roads.

The inside of the car is also well decorated with high tech advanced features. The seats are adjustable and can be folded. The music is taken care by the music player and blue tooth option. The wipers, head lights, cup holders and other things are all taken care of for a comfortable driving experience in the car. The air conditioner is surrounding cooled and you can have a pleasant weather experience during any time of the day. The car also boasts of remote features like key less entry, smart card, on and off button including the boot that can be maintained using a remote.

The car has an auto gear transmission for an easy drive. The auto gears do ease the pleasure of driving to an extent but it also leads to lapses in performance of the car. The auto gears are a bit slow in shifting due to the delayed ratio settings. The car does give a good mileage but with a loss of performance.

The ride handling and safety of the car makes for an easy drive and smooth journey. The shock absorbers are alive and tough with good bump negation. On the whole the car is good in terms of driver comfort, ease of drive, good interiors and some cool high tech features. All said and done the car can be ignored at your own peril. It is a good car with decent mileage and enough power for your daily use.

The Renault Fluence is available in both petrol and diesel. The price in India is Rs 14.40 lakh for the petrol automatic version while the diesel is priced at Rs 12.99 lakh ex showroom in Delhi. This new premium car from Renault comes with an all body color tone. However there no exact reports regarding the colors of the car.

Great options with high tech features are the main selling point of the car. The car has good interior space and does not pinch your pocket at the petrol pump. The Renault Fluence seems to have all the makings of the next best seller.

Renault Is All Geared up for a Triple Bang

Renault India just seems to not stop. With the year end just round the corner the company is going all out to end the year with a bang.As earlier mentioned in the previous reports the company is planning to launch three more cars.

The three cars would also include a small car which seems to be the buzz word these days among the Indian auto markets. This was revealed by a company top official. All these cars are exclusively part of Renault Company and it has nothing to do with any of its previous associations with the Mahindra. Even the future associations if any have nothing to do with company’s present cars being launched. They are totally owned by the Renault right from the Auto Cad part to the on road release of the cars. The Renault Vice President (Sales and Marketing) Len Curran was all strong about Renault going single in the Indian auto circuit at least for the time being.

First of the three cars would be the genesis of a small car. The latter would be a mini sports utility vehicle for the off beat and comfort car owners. The final car in the trilogy would be the entry segment luxury car which would most probably be a sedan. This is part of the company’s plans to be in the top three car makers of the Indian market.

On the eve of the Renault Koleos launch, Len Curran added that the car was particularly launched in Kerala because of its strategic business proposition. Currently in Kerala for every 1000 people, 40 of the people own a car.

As of now the number is fourteen with respect to the dealerships in Kerala. The company plans to add another 40 by the mid year of 2012. Renault Koleos has so far been debuted only in India.

The price of the car stands at Rs 22.94 lakh (ex-showroom). The Koleos is created at the Renault's Chennai plant, which has a production capacity of 50,000 cars annually.

Biggest Auto Car Bonanza Is on at Frankfurt

International Motor Show is now underway at Frankfurt, Germany. The show is host to some of the biggest auto launches and this year was no exception. In spite of the global economic turbulence the show had at least over 1000 participants from over 35 nations and is expected to garner up to 80 new launches in the forthcoming days.

Audi this year has gone all out with its next gen space theme display exhibition. In fact the exhibition area was big enough to test drive the Audi cars. The Audi RS5 updated version was unveiled. Other cars shown were the RS version of A3 and the TT. The new A2 hatchback concept car was also showcased.

Jaguar and the Land Rover too had some tricks up their sleeve. Jaguar showed the CX-16 sports car. The Rover yet again went off road with the DC100 and DC 100 sports variants. Volkswagen too not wanting to be left behind showed its class. The Volkswagen Up ! Car was the most talked about small car. It expected to compete with the likes of the Hyundai i10 and Maruti Suzuki Wagon R.

The Skoda showed the MissionL concept. Inspired from the Volkswagen Vento , it is expected to compete with the Honda City. Porsche showcased their new 911 with the same old fervor and fun. The Lamborghini unveiled its Gallardo Super Trofeo Stradale, a slim version of the Gallardo super car and the Bugattic revealed its Veyron, which seemed a bit awkward. Bentley came up with their racy car the Continental GTC.

The Mercedes-Benz showed its class with new B-class MUV which is expected to land in India in 2012. It also revealed was the next gen S-class. Honda came up with its next line of Civic for which we will have to wait until the 2012.

Hyundai made its presence felt with the Hyundai i30 with some updated tweaks to the car. The Hyundai i30 looks to underpin the Elantra and is a competitor to the Honda Civic and the Toyota Corolla. It is expected to be on roads again by 2012. Maserati came up with their Jeep base and is all set to enter the Indian markets.

The trend was set up by the European luxury car makers which indicate the focus is on the premium segment with focus on technology, hybrid variants and pollution levels. Small cars too seemed to be the focus of some auto makers like the Volkswagen.

Citigo Is the Newest and the Smallest Car from the house of Skoda

Skoda Citigo is the newest and the smallest car from the house of Skoda. The Czech car maker is gearing up the car specifically for the Indian markets although initially the car was planned for the Europe. The past efforts from the company to break into the compact car segment in the Indian market with the Skoda Fabia was not very fruitful and is now once again planning to gulp up some big volumes by launching the entry level product.

"The Citigo, which is mainly a small car for the Europe, also has potential in a market like India," said the Skoda Auto Global chairman Winfried. Vahland, who was in India to monitor the making of the upcoming entry level sedan Skoda Rapid (inspired from Volkswagen Vento), adding that India remains one of the key markets for the company globally, along with China and Russia.

"We are very optimistic on the Indian market and expect growth rates between 10% and 20% in the coming years."

The Skoda Citigo will be launched in the Czech market in late 2011 and in Europe by the start of summer 2012. The car is yet another proof of the company's policy of value for money brand within the Volkswagen (VW) stable, the Citigo will be a cost efficient car compared to the Volkswagen Up!

Vahland further stated that the Citigo’s entry into India will be more as a supporter to the Volkswagen. "If it makes sense, we will do it together with the group." Reports also reveal that the brand treatment for the Citigo will have the same strategies and synergies to that of the Volkswagen Up! This is expected to be on the roads next year.

Vahland said the company is looking to rake up sufficient sales volume in India. "The Rapid is the first model in this direction and it is the first car from the Skoda brand which has been designed, keeping in mind the special needs of Indian customers. It will be manufactured here."

The Skoda Rapid will make its debut in India in December and will brush shoulders with the likes of Nissan Sunny, Toyota Etios, Maruti Dzire, Ford Fiesta Classic and Tata Indigo Manza. The car will be priced lower than Volkswagen Vento, whose price starts at Rs 7lakh