Toyota Prado Diesel

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt. Ltd. has launched a new Land Cruiser - Toyota Prado Diesel. Recently launched by Toyota, this new land cruiser is ready to create a stir in the SUV segment of the Indian auto market. The new Prado Diesel's price is Rs. 52.74 lakhs (ex-Showroom, Bangalore).

Diesel: The automaker has worked on the engine of the previous version of Prado. This latest launched SUV has a 3.0 litre diesel engine.

Whats New in Toyota Prado Diesel

Launching a diesel version of the Land cruiser Toyota Prado, the automaker has also made specific improvements in this vehicle. Some of these improvements include :

    * 3.0 litre diesel engine

    * Adoption of Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System

    * 3-Zone automatic climate control

    * Multi-information display

    * DAC (Down-hill Assist Control)

    * HAC (Hill-start Assist Control)

    * VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)

    * Parking Assist System

    * Front/ rear sensors

    * Rear camera

    * Rich leather interiors

    * A-TRC (Adaptive Traction Control) helps in outstanding off-road performance.

Tata Nano

                         TATA NANO

    Commonly called as “The People's Car”, the Tata Nano had been finally launched in Mumbai on March 23, 2009; after crossing all the hurdles that were in its way.

    The launch of this family car was like a dream come true for Mr. Ratan Tata (Chairman of Tata Group) and all those car lovers across the countries who were really longing to have their own car.

    Tata Nano is sleek and classy in look. Besides of its 624 cc, 2 cylinder, MPFI high performance engine and tubeless tyres, this magical car is comprised of many other fabulous features. Above all, Nano is the cheapest car of the world.

  

 As Mr. Tata had also said, addressing the press at the launch of Nano, “We have made a promise and we have kept that promise”, reminding people of his promise to made the cheapest car.

Nano will be soon available in the market in multiple colors including racing red, summer blue, champagne gold, lunar silver, ivory white & sunshine yellow. Booking will start from April 9 and will extend till April 25. The people's car will be out for sale from July 2009.

 The price of the cheapest car will range from Rs. 1, 23,000  to Rs. 1,80,000; inclusive of all taxes. However, the given price range may vary for different states, according to the company policy.

 

The features of the above given variants are divided into four main categories viz.

    * Comfort & Convenience

    * Interior

    * Exterior

    * Safety & Security

New Volvo S80

With the latest twin turbo diesel engine, the updated version of Volvo S80 is sure to boost the sales of the car. Volvo India launched the refreshed S80 for the Indian market.

The major updation in S80 is the high performing twin turbo diesel engine. With some other safety features and value addition the new Volvo S80 is available at Rs. 37 lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Engine: New Volvo S80 comes with the latest generation D5 twin-turbo diesel engine with a 2.4 litre diesel capacity. This engine yields 205 hp and 420 Nm of torque which adds to the superior on road performance of the latest launched car from Volvo India. Being Euro 5 compliant, Volvo S80's D5 twin-turbo diesel engine also promises of better fuel efficiency. The engine has a fuel efficiency figure of 13.09 kpl.

Safety Features in New Volvo S80

    * Intelligent Driver Information System

    * Adaptive Brake Lights

    * Ready Alert Brakes for further reducing braking distance during an emergency

    * Dynamic Stability Traction Control

    * Whiplash Protection System

    * Side Impact Protection System

Ford Figo Wins 2011 Indian Car of the Year Award

The phenomenal Ford Figo was selected as Indian Car of the Year (ICOTY) 2011, earning the country’s top automotive award in the fiercely competitive and rapidly growing Indian market. Now in its sixth year, the ICOTY is awarded to a new vehicle after comprehensive testing by a jury of leading automobile journalists in India.

 The compact hatchback from Ford will appeal to the Indian car lovers. Available in both diesel and petrol engine variants. A 1.2L DuraTec petrol engine that has a maximum torque of 102nm @ 4000 rpm and a 1.4l Duratorq diesel engine that has a torque of 160nm @ 2000rpm. 5 speed manual transmission that provides stability and stability control. Figo scores well in the functional features like Airconditioner with Heating, Front Power Windows, Driver Seat Adjust, a Bluetooth Phone Interface and more.

Engines: The Ford Figo is available in both petrol and diesel versions, all with five speed manual transmissions and power steering as standard:

• A four cylinder 1196cc 16V DOHC Petrol engine, rated at 71 PS (52 kW; 70 bhp) @6250rpm with 102 N·m (75 ft·lbf) @4000rpm maximum torque. 
• A four cylinder 1399cc 8V SOHC Diesel engine, rated at 69 PS (51 kW; 68 bhp) @4000rpm with 160 N·m (120 ft·lbf) @2000rpm maximum torque.^[4]  

Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.4

Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. has launched an advanced version of Grand Vitara in the Indian automobile market. The new Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.4 is priced between Rs 16.67 lakh-Rs 17.97 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

The recently launched Grand Vitara 2.4, a sports utility vehicle is being considered as one of the strategic models in the Maruti Suzuki range. The new SUV is reloaded with a 2.4 litre variable valve timing (VVT) engine to deliver a balanced mix of power and efficiency. It delivers a maximum power of 163.5 bhp@ 6000 rpm and a torque of 225 NM@ 4000 rpm.

Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.4 comes with an all time 4-model, 4-wheel drive (4WD). A disc brake in the rear wheels for superior braking makes this SUV safer and advanced. The new Maruti Suzuki Grant Vitara 2.4 will be available in 2.4 litre petrol engine in both manual as well as automatic transmission.

The usage of new and stylish bumper and front grille makes Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.4 sleeker. 17 inch alloy wheels help to add the required dynamism to the car. The interior car accessories for the vehicle include 6-CD changer, a centre speaker, redesigned power train and improved acoustics. The variants available for new Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara 2.4 include:

    * 5-speed Manual Transmission (5 front + 1 reverse)
    * 4-speed Automatic Transmission (4 front + 1 reverse)

                                                                                
 

BMW Z4 Roadster 2009

It’s time for another hot Beemer Roadster in India. BMW India has rolled its BMW Z4 2009 sports car in the country. This latest launch from BMW India is 2009 Z4's top-of-the-line variant and is priced at Rs 59 Lakhs (ex-showroom, Mumbai).                                                

This new launch BMW Z4 2009 sDrive35i variant unveiled at the India Couture Week in Mumbai on 12th October, 2009 is expected to give tough competition to other Mercedes-Benz SLK, Audi TT and Porsche Boxster.

 

The new BMW Z4 sDrive35i that's a sporty model is the latest international version of its acclaimed Z4 roadster. Similar to other previous BMW Z4 models, this 2009 variant is also a true two setter that’s small in size and comes with foldable hard-top roof. The BMW Z4 variant, a rear-wheel drive sports car manufactured by the German automaker would be imported as a CBU from Germany.

                                                                               

Engine: The new BMW Z4 2009 variant sDrive35i has a 3 litre twin turbo inline 6 engine and new dual-clutch 7-speed automatic gearbox. 

 Expected to have superb road performance, this latest car delivers 400 Nm of torque and 306PS of power

Colors & Finishes: Available in 6 Paint Finishes - Alpine White, Black Sapphire, Deep Sea Blue, Orion Silver, Space Grey, and Titanium Silver.