maruti suzuki is all set to launch a very fresh version of its first mid-cycle hatch……MARUTI SUZUKI RITZ FACELIFT
As seen in the images, the updated Ritz will feature a slightly-altered front fascia starting with a more prominent chin, an updated Audi-esque grille, restyled fog-lamp housing and bonnet. The facelifted Ritz will also feature updated interiors and lighter shades. Under the hood, we expect the 84bhp 1.2-litre petrol and the 74bhp 1.3-litre diesel motors to be carried over.
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The all new Hyundai Sonata, which incidentally was showcased in India for the first time at the 2012 Auto Expo in Delhi, promises to be a segment definer. Globally, the car has won numerous accolades and has become a vehicle of choice in markets such as North America and Europe. Now, with its advent in the Indian market, Hyundai Motor India is definitely looking at changing their fortunes in the entry level luxury sedan segment. After all, the Sonata’s predecessors have never really tasted success in this particular market segment.
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While Hyundai has grown to dominate the small and midsize car segments, the company has always been clear that they are not limiting themselves to being a small car manufacturer and that they have their priorities firmly set on having a plethora of products spread across product segments where they enjoy a healthy share of the pie in each individual segment. Having said that, the Sonata has not been able to cut out a niche for itself and has never pulled in the numbers of captured a sizeable portion of the market pie. It has suffered on the account that it didn’t keep pace with what the market demanded at the time. While it had some virtue in terms of being big, offering decent interiors, a choice of petrol and diesel engines, it never really had the oomph factor to take on the competition and this left the last generation Sonata out of the leagueDelivering a good mileage is very important for any car and same applies to the 2012 Hyundai Sonata saloon. However, the petrol variants of new Hyundai Sonata doesn’t deliver an impressive mileage, but it gives a decent fuel efficiency of 13.5 km per litre from 2.4 litre of GDI version of Sonata Manual transmission, whereas 12 km per litre of mileage is delivered by 2.4 litre of GDI petrol variant in automatic transmission. The use of Hyundai’s gasoline direct injection technology further gives a bit of jump in the fuel economy by directly injecting highly pressurized fuel in the combustion chamber and tapping the benefits of Dual Continously VariableValve Timing (D-VTVT).
New Hyundai Sonata Power
mechanical feature
The premium Sonata establishes Hyundai as a pioneer in innovation and design. The new 2.4 litre GDI engine packed in Sonata petrol variants proves its worth in technology by delivering 198 bhp of power at 6300 rpm and a bombastic 25.5 Nm of torque is produced at 4250 revs. The well refined engine delivers best in class power due to the presence of D-VTVT.Hyundai India has launched the 2012 Hyundai Sonata integrating its Fluidic concept in the revamped version to see an ample change from the previous model with a new style factor to make up for all the deficits in the predecessor. The all new interiors of Hyundai Sonata carry a special oomph factor to fill in for all the gaps where the consumers have found the Hyundai Sonata Transform to be a let-down. The Korean auto giant Hyundai Motors has ensured to deliver maximum driveability in the new Hyundai Sonata with all the more plusher interiors to make the drive on the new Sonata memorable. A test drive on the car is enough to have the well-cherished memory engraved forever in the mind. Long drives on the car can be carried out with utmost ease and comfort without a single joint in the body creaking out for mercy with the spacious interiors where the passengers can relax and enjoy the entire drive with a pleasant blissful smile on the face.
Being technically sound is not just enough for any car and Hyundai India is well aware of this fact. Therefore, the company has kept in mind to provide numerous comfort features along with some entertainment in the new Hyundai Sonata Sedan. The car sports an advanced integrated music system with AUX, USB and iPod port along with evenly placed speakers that provide good quality sound. Besides such good sound system, the 2012 Hyundai Sonata sedan also comes with powerful dual full auto air conditioning that helps maintaining the temperature inside the cabin automatically. The heated front and rear seats will certainly make you feel comfortable in the chilly winter days. The stunning panoramic sunroof lets you to breathe the sun and adds a whole new dimension to the look of the sedan.
| Engine: | 2.4L In-Line 4 |
| Valve Type: | Double Overhead Cam |
| Valves Per Cylinder: | 4 |
| Compression Ratio: | 11.3:1 |
| Variable Valve Torque: | Yes |
| Horsepower: | 198 @ 6300 RPM |
| Torque: | 184 @ 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Speeds: | 6 |
| Drive System: | Front |
| Front Suspension: | Independent / Strut |
| Front Suspension (Spring Type / Anti-Roll Bar): | Coil / Yes |
| Rear Suspension: | Independent / Multi-Link |
| Rear Suspension (Spring Type / Anti-Roll Bar): | Coil / Yes |
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Hyundai showcases its i20 facelift at the Geneva Motor Show. The refreshed i20 gets a light dose of Hyundai’s latest fluidic sculpture design language which is clearly seen in the front styling. The headlights are slimmer and the grille is hexagonal.
The stylists at Hyundai’s European design studio have also updated the front and rear bumpers, bonnet, wheels and taillights for a more contemporary appearance.
The height (1490mm), width (1710mm) and wheelbase (2525mm) carry over from the previous model, while the length has grown by 55mm (30mm at the front, 25mm at the rear).
While a new 55kW 1.1-litre three-cylinder diesel engine will be offered in Europe, Hyundai Australia is expected to continue to offer only an entry-level petrol engine. The current model is powered by a 73kW/136Nm 1.4-litre engine, available with a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic
transmission.
Full specification and pricing details will be confirmed closer to the 2012 Hyundai i20’s local launch.
The height (1490mm), width (1710mm) and wheelbase (2525mm) carry over from the previous model, while the length has grown by 55mm (30mm at the front, 25mm at the rear).
While a new 55kW 1.1-litre three-cylinder diesel engine will be offered in Europe, Hyundai Australia is expected to continue to offer only an entry-level petrol engine. The current model is powered by a 73kW/136Nm 1.4-litre engine, available with a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission.
Full specification and pricing details w
ill be confirmed closer to the 2012 Hyundai i20’s local launch.
The i20 is aiming to fill the hole left by the cheap and popular Getz, which was phased out late last year. So far this year, the i20 has a 10.3 per cent share of the light-car segment, with 2079 sales in January and February. At the same time in 2011, the Getz held a 16.1 per cent share with 3623 sales, supported by the i20 with 1043 sales.
For the international markets, the i20 will be unveiled with its new 1.1-litre, 3-cylinder ‘U-II’ diesel engine that generates 74bhp. When mated to Hyundai’s Blue Drive technologies, this derivative emits just 84 g/km of CO2 – a figure lower than any other car with a conventional powertrain. This 3-cylinder motor was developed at Hyundai’s Diesel Centre of Excellence – part of the European R&D set-up in Rüsselsheim, Germany – and showcases it’s expertise in clean diesel technology.
Whether the new engine makes it to our shores is yet to be known. We expect the facelift i20 to be launched in India by mid-2012.
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First launched in 2004, the DB9 has become Aston martin’s most recognized car…
the DB9 features a 6.0-liter V12 engine producing 470 horsepower at 6,000 rpm, and a torque output of 443 lb-ft at 5,000 rpm. At the same time, the car’s six-speed automated manual with a computer controlled clutch has been reprogrammed to allow it to shift faster. These changes combine to make the car three tenths of a second quicker in the 0 to 60 mph sprint, while the six-speed manual cars are only a tenth quicker thanks to the power hike.
In addition to the straight-line performance, handling of the newest DB9 is improved thanks to Bilstein shocks, new suspension arms and bushings, and 19-inch wheels. These suspension upgrades resulted in a sportier ride, while the Volante’s (convertible model) ride is made cushier.
The side strakes – an Aston Martin DB signature – are made from metal. The door handles are flush with the body opening the unique ‘swan wing’ doors, which rise at a 12-degree angle for improved access.
There are no visible gutters on the roof panel, and no visible drain channels at the front or rear windscreens. Nor are there any plastic ‘dressing’ plates.
The interior features an elegant center console, finished almost entirely in
die-cast zinc with an iridium finish. What isn’t finished in iridium is finished in a mix of high quality leather or one of five different hand-finished wood trims, ranging from Walnut to Piano Black.
| Base Price | TBA |
| Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Curb Weight (lbs) | 3968 |
| City (MPG) | TBD |
| Hwy (MPG) | TBD |
| Horsepower | 470@6000 |
| Torque (lb-ft) | 443@5000 |
| Wheelbase | 108.1 |
| Length (in.) | 185.4 |
| Width (in.) | 73.8 |
| Height (in.) | 50.0 |
The 2012 Chevrolet Trailblazer was premiered today at the Metropolis World Causative Lead. Chevrolet says that the new 2012 Trailblazer testament go on selling across the class, opening proto next twelvemonth. The new Chevy Trailblazer promises to mingle the usefulness of an SUV with the efficiency and soothe of a elector. Chevrolet’s 2012 Trailblazer comes equipped with an all-wheel-drive system and a 2.8-liter Duramax turbo-diesel engine. The new engine features a variable-geometry turbocharger, which helps restrain render intake and CO2 emissions. The 2012 Chevrolet Trailblazer was intentional by organization’s separation in
Sao Caetano do Sul, Brazil, to be attractive for a broad separate of the market. Both of its distinctive features countenance LED lights for both the fore and the back of the SUV, 20-inch aluminium wheels clothed in Artificer Zeon LTZ tires and mirror-mounted LED bout signals. We would also equal to refer the Trailblazer’s incomparable face bumper, which creates a solon ambitious attendance.
For the inside of the 2012 Trailblazer, Chevrolet is offering a product row of room, which split 60/40, and a position row of room, with a 50/50 division ratio.
ICML, the company which manufactures the Rhino MUV, is apparently testing a premium SUV to take on the likes of the mhinard XUV500, the Tata Safari Storme and the Force One. The Haval H5 SUV manufactured by Great Wall Motors, a Chinese automaker, is what ICML is speculated to be considering for an Indian launch. If these rumors turn out to be true, it will be the third SUV with Chinese underpinnings to be launched in the Indian market. Already, we have Chinese SUVS like the Premier Rio(Rebadged Zotye Nomad) and the Force One(Rebadged Guangdong Foday Explorer) SUVs available for sale in the Indian market.
VEHICLE SUMMARY |
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Name: |
Haval H5 X240 |
Model: |
4×2 |
Car Body Type: |
SUV |
Segment: |
D+ Segment |
Top Speed: |
140 |
Fuel Consumption:
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9.00 kmpl. |
Fuel Consumption:
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7.00 kmpl. |
Warranty: |
NA |
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS |
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Displacement: |
2.5 litre Diesel |
Engine Type: |
Diesel |
Maximum Power: |
107 Bhp @ 3600 rpm |
Maximum Torque: |
300 Nm @ 1800 rpm |
DIMENSIONS |
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Length: |
4649 mm |
Width: |
1810 mm |
Height: |
1745 mm |
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS |
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Seating Capacity: |
7 |
Tyre Size: |
235/65 R17 |
Suspension: |
Double cross-arms type, 5-link coil spring |
Steering: |
Tilt |
Brakes: |
Front Disk, Rear Disk |
Gears: |
5 Manual |
Ground Clearance: |
180.00 mm |
Kerb Weight: |
1825.00 kgs. |
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Most vehicles exhibited in Muang Thong Thani in Bangkok are related to the domestic Thai and surrounding South East Asian markets, but one of the concept cars that caught our attention was the Ford Ranger Max.
The radical new design is getting a lot of people talking, which was the creative effort of a team of Ford truck specialists in Thailand who worked in tandem with Ford’s Australia-based Asia Pacific and Africa design team.
Paul Gibson, the chief designer of the Ranger Max concept who also worked on the 2004 Focus Concept Sedan shown at the Beijing Motor Show in 2004, designed the vehicle to show how a future high performance model could look.
There’s been no green light for its production as yet, but judging by the buzz surrounding the vehicle it could become a reality.
“We know Ranger is tough and durable, and Ranger Max adds to those qualities,” said Paul Gibson, the vehicle’s chief designer.
“The show truck does not follow a trend; it sets a new tough style direction for compact trucks,” added Gibson.
Ford’s new look Ranger is a modern looking ute in its own right, but the Max concept takes the ute’s design in a more dynamic direction.
Stylised wheel arches with a cog-like motif frame the large 18-inch alloy wheels shod with 285/60 R18 BF Goodrich tyres.
At the front of the vehicle the Blue Oval’s new triple-bar grille is in evidence as is a new look for the Ranger.
“When you look at the front design, the three-bar grille, the overt nostrils and open mouth, you’re looking straight into the face of Ranger’s evolution,” revealed Gibson.
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Tata Motors presented Tata Pixel concept earlier this year at Geneva Motor Show. Now the Indian car maker will display this extremely small and cute car in Auto Expo Delhi. Tata Pixel city car concept is specifically designed for European market however, one cannot rule out the possibility of an Indian arrival completely. Based on the Tata Nano, the Tata Pixel – just over three meters in length – is the most package efficient four-seater in the world, comfortably accommodating four adults. The major attraction about this car is Zero Turn ability which renders an exceptionally small turning circle radius of 2.6 meters. The ‘scissor’ doors rotate upwards from the front to allow passengers to effortlessly enter or exit, even in the tightest of spaces. A 1.2 litre three-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine, positioned at the rear of the Tata Pixel, gives lively performance. Key functions in Tata Pixel are controlled by the driver’s smart phone, running on ‘My Tata Connect’ — the first integrated human-machine interface (HMI) concept from Tata Motors.
Tata Motors is a global name in the auto industry. Recently when it showcased Tata Pixel at Geneva Motor Show, it grabbed the attention of every visitor. But for few it served as an inspiration especially for the breeding designers from United Kingdom’s Royal College of Art. This is purely there sense of interpretation as to how a small car from Tata should look like. These are;Tata Yatta – Neis Van Roji,Tata Zari – Teeravit Hanharutaivan,Tata Intro – Paul Nichols,Tata Tattoo – Pablo Velasco,Tata Exploration – Peter Wilkins,Tata Ferro – Lena Knab and Tata Concept Re-Form – Laurence Finnegan.
TATA PIXEL INTERIORS
The Tata Pixel concept includes following features
The Tata Pixel is able to maneuver and park in tight spaces due to the zero turn toroidal traction-drive, Infinitely Variable Transmission (IVT), and due to its steering system design. This results in a turning circle radius of 2.6 meters. The system assists rotation of the outer, and inner rear wheels.
The Tata Pixel features a start stop hybrid and regenerative braking system, with a fuel efficient and low emission diesel engine. It has CO2 emissions of 89 gm/km and combined cycle fuel economy of 3.4 litres/100 km.
The Tata Pixel features a monographic roof, silver shaped window graphic and forward sweeping roof line. It also features a ‘Scissor’ door system for access and visibility.
“My Tata Connect” is a platform which provides integration of smart phones or tablet with the vehicle’s information, and entertainment system and also allows the user to control the key functions of the car.
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Maruti has taken the wraps of the XA Alpha compact SUV concept at the Auto Expo. The concept points to a new model that will join Maruti’s line-up most probably by next year.
Maruti Suzuki MD & CEO Shinzo Nakanishi poses with XA (Alpha), concept for a compact SUV during its launch at Auto Expo 2012 in New Delhi.
The XA Alpha is built on the new Swift platform and overall length measures 4000mm. The four-metre length makes the XA Alpha eligible for a lower rate of excise duty for small cars. Styling has been carried out by Maruti designers in collaboration with engineers from Suzuki. The prototype took nine months from paper sketch to the concept stage.
Features and Specifications:
Its price is around Rs.10 Lakhs (Approx.).
TATA SAFARI STORME ; SPECIFICATIONS
The cost of Tata safari storme will be Rs 14-15 Lakhs
