Maruti Alto launched with petrol and CNG options

India’s biggest passenger car maker in addition to dominate the entry level small car segment for a long time has played the new game against the competitors, and launched the Maruti Alto 800. It is a features rich and highly sophisticated small car from the stable of the company that offers both petrol and CNG fuel options to the customer as well as a long variants choice. MSIL has offered four variants in petrol model and three variants in CNG model.

   

Maruti Alto 800 price in New Delhi for the base variant of gasoline model is Rs. 2.40 lakh while the top-end variant is priced at Rs. 3.10 lakh. The base variant of Alto 800 CNG comes at Rs.3.15 lakh while the high-end model has been offered at Rs. 3.52 lakh (Ex-showroom Delhi). At this price range the new small car is eating the market share of Chevrolet Spark and Hyundai Eon as well as Hyundai Santro Xing.

Maruti Alto 800 powers a power enhanced 796cc, 0.8L, 3-cylinder petrol engine churns out top power of 48 PS at 6000 rpm along with sheer torque of 69 Nm at 3500 rpm. Both petrol and CNG model of the vehicle carry a 5-speed manual gearbox. Mileage of Maruti Alto 800 petrol is 17.5 kmpl in urban areas and 22.74 kmpl on open roads according to ARAI certificates. The other hand fuel economy of the vehicle for CNG model is very impressive like 25.5 kmkg in city areas and 30.46 kmkg on highway roads.

Equipped with new designed headlamp, rear LED tail lamp, wheel covers, stylish roof, big airdam and front grille, body colours door handles and rear view mirrors etc. the new Maruti Alto 800 pictures look attractive. Interiors of the vehicle are very impressive that includes duel tone interior shade, fabric upholstery, glove compartment, digital clock and odometer, height adjustable seats and so on. Maruti Alto 800 features for successor variants are air conditioner, remote fuel lid opener, front door locks, low fuel warning lamp, power windows, remote boot opener, power steering, internally adjustable ORVMs, engine immobilizer driver airbag and wheel covers.

Along with features and specs the company has also enhanced the choice of colors in Alto 800. It come is six attractive shades such as Torque Blue Pearl, Superior White, Silky Silver, Blazing Red Pearl, Frost Blue and Granite Grey.

Maruti Wagon R sales down in July 2012

Yesteryears’ hit entry level small car, Maruti Wagon R India is continuously reporting downfall in sales. Maruti Suzuki India Limited, the country's largest passenger car maker has disclosed the sales figures for the month of July, 2012 and its best selling petrol cars like M800, Alto, A-Star and Wagon R reported a cumulative downfall of 24 per cent at the sales of 28988 units. Right now, the demand for diesel cars in India is increasing and these small cars lack the diesel version.

Maruti Wagon R price is competitive and variant choice is too good but beyond this the sale is declining continuously and now the company is considering about the launch of the diesel model. Maruti Wagon R features and specification are decent in its category. It is available in three fuel options such as petrol, LPG and CNG. All the variants of the vehicle are available between Rs. 3.47 lakh to Rs. 4.34 lakh (Ex-showroom Delhi).

In the month of July this year the sales of premium hatchback cars like Swift, Estilo, Ritz rose up 73 per cent to 15,759 units, while the compact sedan Dzire's sales stood at 11,413 units. The company recorded a raise of 6.8 per cent in domestic sales at 71,024 units in July 2012. And now the company is considering about the pump to the sales of small car petrol cars.

In addition to increase the number of Maruti's small hatchback petrol cars in India, the company had launched the re-freshed version of Maruti A-Star and now ready to throw the new Maruti 800. After that MSIL might bring out the new Maruti Wagon R along with diesel versions. The company would increase the Maruti Wagon R features for the new versions reported by Maruti Wagon R reviews and some of reliable sources.

Hyundai Elantra price might fall between Rs. 12 to 16 lakh

The official launch date of the much awaited D-segment sedan, Hyundai Elantra has been confirmed for the Indian automobile market on 13th August 2012. The Korean auto major will be launching the new Hyundai Elantra in India by next week. Already the company has displayed the Hyundai Elantra pictures and TV commercial at its official website. The company is receiving the Hyundai Elantra bookings from Indian customers for both petrol and diesel models.

Hyundai Elantra is much admired premium sedan car which got the North American Car of the Year 2012 due to tremendous performance very well features. Meanwhile, the Hyundai Elantra reviews, written on the Indian version are also reporting that it would drive past the best-selling premium sedan cars such as Renault Fluence, Chevrolet Cruze, Skoda Laura, Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla Altis and so on. The new Hyundai Elantra price would fall between Rs. 12 lakh to Rs. 16 lakh at Ex-showroom.

Hyundai Elantra diesel version is already reported frugal while the petrol model is known for tremendous power and performance. Its diesel version carries a 1.6L CRDi Diesel powerplant that churns out top power of 128PS along with 265Nm of torque. On the other hand, petrol model comes packed with a 1.8L Petrol engine that churns massive power of 150PS along with massive torque of 181Nm.

The expected variants in Hyundai Elantra India are eight like four in petrol and four in diesel. Each version of the petrol and diesel will be available with two choices such as manual and automatic transmission system. The new Hyundai Elantra is fully based on the popular "Fluidic Design" platform which gives it eye-catchy appearance. Overall, the most advanced features and engines packed with Elantra would be offered at the competitive price range.

Ford Figo diesel price and features

Ford Figo is the Indian customers offered one of the great performing and fuel economical premium small car model which has been the most popular since launch due. Ford India has offered this different kind of hatchback in petrol and diesel engine models which are having impressive mileage and mindblowing performance in the segment. Right now, Ford Figo diesel model is accomplishing good sales response from buyers due to increasing petrol prices at unexpected rate.

Ford Figo diesel model has four variants from features wise like LXI, EXI, ZXI and Titanium. All these variants are packed with a well known and powerful 1.4 l Duratorq diesel powerplant which generating out a peak power of 69 ps at 4000 rpm and a sheer torque of 16.3 Kgm at 2000 rpm. This 1.4 engine is engaged with fuel efficient CRDi technology and comes mated with a 5 speed manual transmission gearbox. Ford Figo diesel mileage in city areas is 14.8 kmpl while the premium hatchback offers mileage of 19.7 kmpl on highway. All the Ford Figo diesel variants are being offered at competitive price bracket which make it a good alternate of another same segment rivals. Ford Figo diesel price every variant is given bellow:-

Ford Figo Diesel LXI - 4.59 lakh

Ford Figo Diesel EXI - 4.96 lakh

Ford Figo Diesel ZXI - 5.19 lakh

Ford Figo Diesel Titanium - 5.57 lakh

Ford Figo diesel features make it premium hatchback because the company has offered Power Steering, Remote Fuel Lid Opener, Air Conditioner with Heater, Child Safety Locks, Power Windows Front, Passive Anti-Theft System, Central Locking, Keyless Entry, Adjustable/Tilt Steering, Tachometer, Rear Window Defogger, Music System with 4 Speakers, Alloy Wheels, Fog Lights front and rear, ABS with EBD, Dual Front Airbags and so forth as standard.

Aprat from this, the petrol model of Ford Figo carries a a 1.2L, 1196cc, Duratec petrol engine which generates highest power of 71 ps at 6250 rpm and massive torque of 10.4 Kgm at 4000 rpm. The petrol model of the small car has also five speed manual transmission gearbox and deliver good mileage of 13.2 kmpl in urban areas and 17.5 kmpl in open areas. Just like diesel model, the petrol model of the popular hatchback is also available in four variants from features wise which are priced between Rs. 3.69 lakh to Rs. 4.67 lakh at ex-showroom Delhi.

Due to availability of diesel model, Ford Figo is good demand and accomplishing good response from buyers against the same segment rivals like Chevrolet Beat, Maruti Swift, Volkswagen Polo, Hyundai i10, Nissan Micra, Tata Indica Vista, Skoda Fabia, Fiat Grande Punto etc.

2012 Mahindra Xylo launching on 8th February

The official launch of the much awaited 2012 Mahindra Xylo or New Mahindra Xylo is at hand! Mahindra & Mahindra will be launching all new Mahindra Xylo in the Indian domestic auto market on 8th February, 2012. In year 2012, the popular utility vehicle maker company has plan to launch a lot of new Mahindra car models in India. And at this addition first of all the New Mahindra Xylo will be offered the Indian Mahindra car lovers. After that, the much awaited Mahindra Xylo Mini will be launched.

2012 Mahindra Xylo or New Mahindra Xylo will come equipped a lot of new features and fully facelift which give luxury and sporty appearance. The new Mahindra Xylo price is expected to be increased at minor level due to using new features and specifications. Beside this, the New Mahindra Xylo variants will also be more than current outgoing model which offer its all variants between Rs. 7.16 lakh to Rs. 9.42 lakh at ex-showroom Delhi.

The new including variant is Mahindra Xylo E9 which is 4 wheel drive. Meanwhile, the New Mahindra Xylo features which give it impressive appearance are stylish headlights, new bumpers, stylish grille and new designed cap. This new version of the popular Mahindra MPV has been spied many of time during test run and front facia of looks aggressive while rear seems sporty.

The new avatar of the beast will be offered only BS-IV norms compliant diesel engine so the New Mahindra Xylo mileage is also expected impressive. The 2012 Mahindra Xylo or new Mahindra Xylo features a re-freshed 2.2-liter mEagle diesel powertrain which belts out massive power of 112Bhp. This powerful engine is coupled with a 5 speed manual transmission gearbox. Including new features, fully re-freshed front and rear and re-freshed engine; the all new Mahindra Xylo will give stiff competition to Chevrolet Tavera and Toyota Innova. Beside this, the new launching Maruti Ertiga and Ford Ecosport will also feel good competition to the new version of the beast.

On the other hand, the much awaited Mahindra Xylo Mini which compact version of full size Xylo MPV is expected to launch in the month of April this year. It looks just like premium hatchback so is expected a tough competitor of available popular premium hatchback cars in India like Maruti Swift, Hyundai i20, Skoda Fabia, Volkswagen Polo and Fiat Grande Punto.

Maruti Swift Dzire CS launch tomorrow

Maurti Swift Dzire CS, the much awaited under 4 meter version of full size sedan Maruti Swift Dzire, will officially be launched on 1st February, 2012. Maruti Suzuki India Limited has developed this innovative 2012 Maruti Swift Dzire CS and now ready to launch very soon. The company has reduced the size of the car but increased the features which make it more premium than old model. Here we are indicating about the New Maruti Swift Dzire CS price, features and specifications which prove it value for money in its category.

Maruti Swift Dzire CS price:

Maruti Suzuki has reduced the length of the new Maruti Swift Dzire CS than the traditional Swift Dzire but it has included over 150 new features in the beast which give it new appearance and image in the segment. The all new Maruti Swift Dzire CS price is expected same as the full outgoing full size Swift Dzire. The company is offering this CS version for both petrol and diesel model of the popular sedan which are expected to fall in the bracket of Rs. 4.94 lakh to Rs. 7.29 lakh at ex-showroom Delhi.

Maruti Swift Dzire CS features and variants:

Maruti Swift Dzire CS features which have been offered as standard are new front grille, triangular fog lamps, stylish wheel caps just like new Maruti Swift. The new Maruti Swift Dzire CS comes equipped interior features of upgraded integrated audio interface, elegant AC vents, steering mounted audio controls, a scoop for under dash storage space and many more. Features wise the available Maruti Swift Dzire CS variants are six like three in petrol and three in diesel.

Maruti Swift Dzire engine power and mileage:

Maruti Suzuki brings the CS version both petrol and diesel models. The petrol model of the compact sedan comes equipped with a re-freshed K series 1.2 litre petrol engine which has a displacement of 1197 cc. It makes maximum power of 86 bhp at 6000 rpm and a torque of 114 Nm at 4000 rpm. The BSIV norms compliant mill comes engaged with a five speed manual and a four speed automatic transmission. The petrol version of the sedan delivers mileage of 19.1 kmpl as per ARAI. On the other hand, Maruti Swift Dzire CS diesel come equipped with well known Fiat made 1.3 litre DOHC (Double Over Head Camshaft) diesel powerplant which has a displacement of 1248 cc and generates impressive peak power of 74 bhp at 4000 rpm and highest torque of 190 Nm at 2000 rpm. Maruti Swift Dzire CS mileage for diesel model is 23.4 kmpl as per ARAI.

Overall, the all new Maruti Swift Dzire CS which comes equipped over 150 new features and fully re-freshed front, is expected accomplish buzz response from buyers. It would be eating the market share of same segment rivals like Toyota Etios, Hyundai Accent and Mahindra Verito.

New Toyota Fortuner price, features and specifications

The New Toyota Fortuner has been presented to the Indian buyers in very impressive price recently. Along with launch of a lot of new Toyota car models at the 11th Auto Expo, Toyota Kirloskar Motors launched the new Toyota Fortuner which comes equipped with highly sophisticated features and specifications. Along with features the company has also increased the number of New Toyota Fortuner variants. Now the new avatar of popular luxury SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle) Fortuner is available in the three variants like 4x2 MT, 4x2 AT and 4x4 MT.


The new Toyota Fortuner price is also impressive for all the variants like 4x2 manual transmission version comes at Rs. 19.99 lakh, the 4x2 automatic transmission has price tag of Rs. 20.69 lakh while the high-end 4x4 manual transmission version is available at Rs. 20.99 lakh ex-showroom Delhi. With launch of this new version of popular luxury SUV, Toyota seeks to give stiff competition to Hyundai Santa Fe, Ford Endeavour, Renault Koleos, Honda CR-V and Mitsubishi Pajero.


All the variants of new Toyota Fortuner features D-4D Technology loaded 3.0L, 2982 cc diesel engine which makes huge power of 171 ps and sheer torque of 343 Nm. Beside this, it comes equipped with new front look, new centre console along with a touch screen DVD stereo and hands-free bluetooth mobile phone connectivity. After watching the New Toyota Fortuner pictures, it look more impressive than old model so, it is expected to have tremendous response from entry level luxury SUV buyers of India.


On the other hand, at the New Delhi Auto Expo 2012, Toyota Kirloskar Motors has also launched new Toyota car models New Toyota Innova, New Toyota Prius, new Toyota Camry, new Toyota Corolla Altis Easy Seat, Sports version of Toyota Etios and Toyota Etios Liva which were very well admired.

Popular small car launches in 2011

Plety of new small car models launched in India in 2011 and all these reported record bookings beside the presence of a lot of same segment rivals. Along with iconic brands the new brands have also entered in this segment and launched their new small car models in the country which are reporting tremendous response among the Indian customers due to their competitive price range, innovative features and impressive fuel economy. Here we are remarking all these launched new small car model in India in 2011.

Toyota Etios Liva:

With the launch of Toyota Etios Liva, the country's utility vehicle maker has entered in this segment and reported a record sales of the small car beast. The Toyota small car is available in both petrol and diesel engine model which known for their excellent performance and impressive fuel efficiency. Toyota Kirloskar Motors have offered the all new Toyota Etios Liva in the price bracket of Rs. 3.99 lakh to Rs. 5.99 lakh at ex-showroom Delhi.

Honda Brio:

Honda Siel Cars India Limited, the country prominent car has also interest to this small car segment and launched the new Honda Brio. To gear up the sales mark, beside the presence of Honda Jazz premium hatchback the company has also offered this new Honda small car model which is very well admired by Honda car enthusiasts. Honda Brio is available only petrol engine model and in the price range of Rs. 3.95 lakh to Rs. 5.10 lakh at ex-showroom Delhi.

New Maruti Swift:

Again, the country's largest passenger car marker has played its tremendous role in the Indian auto market with launch of the new version of popular Maruti small car, Maruti Swift. Equipped with some of new features and specs along with facelift the new Maruti Swift has broke the sales record. The new Maruti Swift price is also impressive like 4.22 lakh for the base variant of petrol model while the top-end variant of diesel model comes at Rs. 6.37 lakh at ex-showroom Delhi.

Hyundai Eon:

In addition to capture Indian rural and township areas against Maruti Alto, Hyundai Motors India Limited has also launched its new entry level small car model Hyundai Eon which is very well admired by auto enthusiasts. The new Hyundai small car is reporting buzz response among the Indian small car lovers. The company has offered this popular small car to the Indian buyer in competitive price range of Rs. 2.69 lakh to Rs. 3.71 lakh at ex-showroom Delhi.

New Tata Nano:

Tata Motors have also launched the new Tata Nano in the Indian domestic market which now is more premium than old model. The company offered few minor upgrades on the Tata Nano CX and LX variants like new seats and fabric, new front seat headrests, a beige-coloured dashboard, passenger-side outside rear-view mirror, new wheel-cap design and floor mats and attractive new colours choice.

On the other hand some of launched new car models in India in 2011 are New Honda City, Skoda Rapid, Hyundai Eon, Nissan Sunny, new Tata Indica Vista, Force One, New Maruti Swift, New Volkswagen Jetta, New Honda Jazz, Honda Brio, Toyota Etios Liva, Ford Fiesta, Chevrolet Beat diesel, Audi A6, Tata Aria 4x2, new Tata Indica Xeta, Mahindra XUV 500 etc.