28 March, 2008

Honda Civic



Company Segment Biggest USP
Honda Siel Cars India Ltd. (HSCI) "C" 6-speed gearboxes in this segment


Striking Features of Honda Civic

Honda Civic car has many striking features that are exclusive to the brand. They are more passenger friendly and seems that they have specially made for Indian roads. Check out yourself few of the important features.

* Advanced 1.8L i-VTEC SOHC engine
* 5-speed AT with Paddle Shift
* Mono Form Design
* Multiplex Meter
* 3-Spoke Oval Steering Wheel
* Z-shaped Parking Brake Lever
* G-CON Body Construction
* Dual Front SRS Airbags

Awards of Honda Civic

Honda Civic car review is very good. The car is loaded with awards and accolades. The awards seems that the car is one of the best car in the world. The following are some of the prestigious awards that the car has earned since its first launch.

* 2007- CNBC TV 18 Autocar Auto Awards-Viewer's Choice & Car of the Year.
* 2007- Car of the Year - NDTV Profit Car India and Bike India Awards.
* 2007- Viewers Choice Award - Overdrive Awards, '07.
* Jury Award 2007 - BS Motoring Awards, '07.
* 2006 Motor Trend© Car of the Year in the US.
* 2006 North American Car of the Year.
* Kiplinger's Best in Class award.
* 51st International "Red Dot: best of the best" award for highest design quality in Europe by the Design Zentrum Nordrhein Westfalen, Germany.
* Japan Car of the Year "Most Advanced Technology Award".
* 2006 Japan Automotive Hall Of Fame Car of the Year.
* "Top Safety Pick - Gold" Award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
* "Best New Economy Car" by the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC).
* The IntelliChoice® "Best Overall Value of the Year".

Price Tag of Honda Civic

The prices of two model variants of Honda Civic are mentioned below. These prices are to the close approximation. The city selected is New Delhi. Please check the latest prices and variant specifications with your dealer.

* CIVIC 1.8S MT - Rs.1075199.89
* CIVIC 1.8S AT - Rs.1145200.07

Technical Specifications of Honda Civic

The technicalities of Honda Civic are as given below. Kindly check the dimension & weight, engine performances, transmission details, the suspensions, steering, brakes, and tyres & wheels.

Manual (MT) Automatic (AT)
Dimension & Weight Overall Length (mm) 4,545 mm
Overall Width (mm) 1,750 mm
Overall Height (mm) 1,450 mm
Wheelbase (mm) 2,700 mm
Min. Ground Clearance 170 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L
Kerb Weight 1,210 kg 1,240 kg
Engine Engine Type i-VTEC, 1.8L
Configuration / Cylinder 4-Cylinder, In-line
Valves / Fuel 16 Valves, Petrol
Fuel System PGM-Fi
Displacement 1799 cc
Performance Max. Power 132 PS @ 6,300 rpm
Max. Torque 17.5 Kg-m @ 4,300 rpm
Transmission Type Synchromesh 5 forward,1 reverse 5-speed AT with Paddle Shift, Grade Logic Control & Shift Lock
Suspensions Front Suspension McPherson, Coil Spring with Torsion Bar
Rear Suspension Double- wishbone, Coil spring with Torsion Bar
Steering Steering Type Collapsible, Power Assisted
Min. Turning Radius 5.4 m
Brakes Front Brakes Ventilated Discs
Rear Brakes Discs
Tyres & Wheels Wheel Type Alloy
Wheel Rim Size 15 x 6J
Tyres 195/65 R15 (Tubeless)

Ford Fiesta



Company Segment Biggest USP
Ford India Limited "C" Both petrol and diesel options

Striking Features

* 1.4 Duratec petrol engine, an all-aluminum alloy construction.
* High stability with exceptional driving comfort.
* Structurally engineered to withstand severe collisions.
* Its GEM (Generic Electronic Module) manages the engine diagnostics and electrical functions.
* The Dura Technology of the car ensures every drive is exciting, smooth and economical.
* Its contemporary automotive design perfectly combines style and solidity.

Model Variants

* Fiesta Duratec EXI
* Fiesta 1.6 Duratec ZXI
* Fiesta Duratec 1.6 SXI
* Fiesta 1.4 TDCi ZXI

Color Variants

* Flare
* Jewel Violet
* Panther Black
* Diamond White
* Paprika Red
* Vitro
* Moondust Silver
* Platinum

Quote - Unquote

"Premium aspirational car in the mid-size segment..."
Arvind Mathew, Managing Director, Ford India

Price Tag


Fiesta Duratec EXI Rs.5.75 Lakhs
Fiesta 1.6 Duratec ZXI Rs.6.41 Lakhs
Fiesta Duratec 1.6 SXI Rs.7.01 Lakhs
Fiesta 1.4 TDCi ZXI Rs.7.25 Lakhs
The prices are to the close approximation ex-showroom as in Delhi. Please check the latest prices and variant specifications with your dealer.

Technical Specification

Fiesta Duratec 1.4 EXI Fiesta Duratec 1.6 ZXI Fiesta Duratec 1.4 ZXI (TDCi) Fiesta Duratec 1.6 SXI
Dimensions And Dry Mass
Length (mm) 4282
Width (mm) 1686
Height (mm) 1468
Wheelbase (mm) 168
Track Front (mm) 1474
Track Rear (mm) 1444
Kerb Weight (kgs) 1110 1130 1150 1130
Seating Capacity 5
Turning Radius (m) 4.9
Fuel tank capacity (Litres) 45
Boot space (Litres) 430
Engine
Type 4 Cylinder in-Line, 16 Valve DOHC 4 Cylinder in-Line, 16 Valve DOHC 4 Cylinder in-Line, 8 Valve SOHC 4 Cylinder in-Line, 16 Valve DOHC
Construction All-aluminum alloy
Fuel System SEFI SEFI High Pressure Common Rail SEFI
Displacement (cc) 1388 1596 1399 1596
Compression Ratio 9.75 : 1 9.75 : 1 18 : 1 9.75 : 1
Max. power output (ps/rpm) 82 / 6000 101 / 6500 68 / 4000 101 / 6500
Max. torque (Nm / rpm) 127 / 4000 143 / 3400 160 / 2000 146 / 3400
Transmission type 5 speed manual
Suspension
Front Independent McPherson struts with offset coil spring / twin tube damper units and lower L-arms with optimized bushes mounted on separate cross-member with stabilizer bar. Dual-path body mounts.
Rear Semi-independent heavy duty twist-beam with low package height coil springs with separate twin tube dampers. Dual-path body mounts.
Shock absorbers (front & rear) Gas filled
Brakes
Front Ventilated Discs
Rear Self Adjusting Drums
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) with Electronic brake force distribution (EBD) Not available Optional Optional Optional
Tyres & Wheels
Tyres (tubeless) 175/65R 14 175/65R 14 175/65R 14 175/65R 14
Wheels 14” Steel 14” Steel 14” Steel 14” Alloy
Covers Full Full Full Ornament Hubcap for Alloy


Safety and Security

Feature Fiesta Duratec 1.4 EXI Fiesta Duratec 1.6 ZXI Fiesta Duratec 1.4 ZXI (TDCi) Fiesta Duratec 1.6 SXI
Side Door Intrusion Beams Standard Standard Standard Standard
Collapsible Steering Column Standard Standard Standard Standard
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Not Available Optional Optional Optional
Day-Night Inside Rear View Mirror Standard Standard Standard Standard
Central locking Standard Standard Standard Standard
Front fog lamps Not Available Standard Standard Standard
Rear Fog Lamps Standard Standard Standard Standard
CHMSL Standard Standard Standard Standard
Dual horns Standard Standard Standard Standard
Fuel cut-off inertia switch Standard Standard Standard Not Available
Fuel filler flap lock (operated electrically by central locking system) Standard Standard Standard Standard
First aid kit and warning triangle Standard Standard Standard Standard
Child Safety Rear Door Locks Standard Standard Standard Standard

Mahindra Renault Logan
















Company Name Segment USP
Mahindra-Renault Sedan Spaciousness with Performance


Striking Features of Mahindra Logan

* With three separate headrests Mahindra Logan is the only car in its segment that offers this features for the middle passenger in the rear seat.
* The stiff body structure and use of MacPherson struts in the suspension is so good for comfortable ride and easy handling.
* Power Windows & Power Steering.
* Boot capacity of 510 litres is too good.
* The Air Conditioning and heating system has been designed to suit extreme climatic conditions.
* LCD display on Instrument Panel

Model Variants For Renault Logan

* GL 1.4 Petrol 1390 CC
* DLE 1.5 dci Diesel 1461 CC
* GLS 1.6 Petrol 1598 CC

Available Colors of Renault Logan

The Mahindra Renault Logan is available in 06 colors

* Sahara Beige
* Toreador Red
* Fiery Black
* Mist Silver
* Diamond White
* Turf Green

Price & Competition From Rivals

With price tag of Rs. 4.5- 5.0 Lacs, Mahindra Renault Logan have to face tough competition from cars like Toyota Corolla, Tata Indigo DiCOR, Ford Fiesta, Honda City, Hyundai Verna. .

(Please Note: The prices are ex-showroom and based on the close approximation. Please check the latest prices and variant specifications with your dealer)


Quote - Unquote

"The Logan is a milestone for us as it marks our entry into the most competitive segment of the automotive market. The global quality platform of the Logan with its unmatched features makes it a landmark for the Indian car industry"

Said M&M Managing Director Anand Mahindra at the launch ceremony in Mumbai.

Technical Specifications of Renault Logan

Dimensions & Weight
Length (mm) 4250
Width (mm) 1740
Height (mm) 1525
Wheelbase (mm) 2630
Kerb Weight (kgs) 1040
Seating Capacity 05
Engine
Model Designation Inline-4 cyl, 1461 cc
No. Of Cylinders 04
Configuration SOHC
Displacement (cc) 1390
Transmission 05 Gears Manual
Top Speed (kmph) 154
Suspension
Front MacPherson strut
Rear Non-independant, H-type beam
Brakes
Type Disc
Front / Rear Brakes Discs/ Drums
Tyres
Type 185/70 R14
Wheels 14" Steel
Fuel Tank 50 Litres
Performance
Max. Horsepower (ps/rpm) 76 PS @ 5500 rpm
Max. Torque (kg m/rpm) 112 Nm @ 3000 rpm
Steering
Steering Type Rack & Pinion

Maruti Suzuki SX4




Company Name Segment USP
Maruti Udyog Ltd. A3 Sedan Value for Money.


Key Features of Maruti Suzuki Sx4

* Powered with 16 valve, 4 cylinder engine delivering impressive 143 horsepower, 136 ft lbs of torque.
* 15" large wheels and the arched bumpers adds grace to its athletic and robust presence.
* Power assisted rack and pinion steering.
* All wheel drive system to have better riding comfort.
* Standard MP3 ready stereo with 04 speakers and available iPod integration.
* With 4,490 mm length and 1,735 mm width, the SX4 looks very grand.
* Dashboard composed Music System with controls on Steering Wheel.
* An illuminated key insert switch is the unique features of this car.
* The turning radius of 5.3 meters makes the SX4 easily driven car on narrow roads.
* The SX4 comes with a unique anti theft device called The immobilizer.

Colors Available In Maruti Suzuki Sx4

Maruti Suzuki SX4 is available in 07 sparkling colors -

* Midnight Black
* Azure Gray
* Silky Silver
* Clear Beige
* Sunlight Copper
* Pearl Arctic White
* Supreme Red

Price & Competition From Rivals

Maruti Suzuki SX4 has been priced between Rs. 6-6.5 Lacs, is in a tough competition from its Ford Fiesta, Hyundai Verna, Honda City, and Indigo XL.

(Please Note: The prices are ex-showroom and based on the close approximation. Please check the latest prices and variant specifications with your dealer)


Safety Features of Maruti Suzuki Sx4

* Rear doors Child-lock.
* Intelligent Computerised Anti-Theft System (iCATS) which prevents its engine from running unless the correct key is present.
* ABS, and Emergency Brake-force Distribution (EBD).
* Enhanced safety through seat belt pre-tensioners and force limiters .
* Accented seating position provides wider & better visibility.

Quote - Unquote

"SX4 sedan is just the right car with which Maruti Udyog can reinforce its presence in the A3 segment and enhance its leadership".

Speaking at the launch Mr. Jagdish Khattar, Managing Director & CEO, Maruti Suzuki India Ltd.

Technical Specifications of Maruti Suzuki Sx4

Dimensions & Weight
Length (mm) 4490
Width (mm) 1735
Height (mm) 1560
Wheelbase (mm) 2500
Kerb Weight (kgs) 1170
Seating Capacity 05
Engine
Model Designation 1.6 L 16 V
No. Of Cylinders 04 Inline
Configuration DOHC
Displacement (cc) 1586
Transmission 5 Manual
Top Speed (kmph) 175
Suspension
Front Independent suspension with gas-filled McPherson strut & anti-roll bar
Rear Semi independent torsion beam with gas filled shock absorbers
Brakes
Type Disc
Front / Rear Brakes Ventilated Discs/ Drums
Tyres
Type 195/65 R15
Wheels 15" Steel
Fuel Tank 50 Litres
Performance
Max. Horsepower (ps/rpm) 103 PS @ 5500 rpm
Max. Torque (kg m/rpm) 145 Nm @ 4200 rpm
Steering
Steering Type Rack & Pinion with Electronic Power Steering

Honda Accord



Company Name Segment USP
Honda Siel Cars India Ltd. (HSCI) Luxury Sedan - 'D' 2.3 L VTEC engine with140 hp @ 5700 rpm

Striking Features of Honda Accord

* The all new LED rear lamps and newly designed high mount stop lamp.
* 10 spoke "16" inches alloy wheel marking the presence on road.
* All wheel double wishbone suspension for riding comfort.
* Corner & back up sensors to assist the driver during parking.
* Dedicated to safety the Accord is equipped with Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA).
* Plush leather interiors and woody steering.
* Very sporty and good looking exteriors.
* Extremely spacious and super silent passenger cabin.
* Multi function key with integrated remote.

Variants of Honda Accord

* VTi L MT Petrol 2354 cc Manual
* VTi L AT Petrol 2354 cc Automatic
* V6 Petrol 2997 cc Automatic

Available colors of Honda Accord

* Night Hawk Black Pearl
* Carbon Bronze Pearl
* Fiery Red
* Alabaster Silver
* Taffeta White

Quote - Unquote

"Premium aspirational car in the mid-size segment..."

Mr Teruo Fujisaki, President and CEO of HSCI, said during the launch of the car at a press conference.

Price & Competition for Honda Accord
With its engineering expertise Honda Accords 2007 has provided a tough competition to Toyota Camry, Hyundai Embera and Sakoda laura.

Honda Accord has been priced in a tag of Rs.15-16 Lacs.

(Please Note: The price range is ex-showroom and based on the close approximation. Please check the latest prices and variant specifications with your dealer)

Safety features of Honda Accord

* ABS and vehicle stability assist (VSA) for great control on tough terrains.
* Omni- directional collision shielding and dual SRS (safety restrain system) airbags prevents severe injury.
* One of its kind G-Force control technology to maintain the integrity of the structure.
* Seat belt pre tensioners.
* Door and trunk lid ajar warning system.
* Multi function key with integrated remote.

Technical Specifications of Honda Accord

Dimensions & Weight
Length (mm) 4830
Width (mm) 1820
Height (mm) 1465
Wheelbase (mm) 2740
Kerb Weight (kgs) 1450
Seating Capacity 05
Engine
Model Designation Water-Cooled, 4-Stroke, i-VTEC
No. Of Cylinders 04/ In-line
Configuration DOHC
Displacement (cc) 2354
Transmission 05 Gears Manual
Top Speed (kmph) 208
Suspension
Front Independent double wishbone.
Rear Independent 05 Link double wishbone.
Brakes
Type Disc
Front / Rear Brakes Ventilated Disc/ Self Adjusting Drum
Tyres
Type Alloy
Wheels 16" 205/ 65 R15
Fuel Tank 65 Litres
Performance
Max. Horsepower (ps/rpm) 142 ps @ 5500 rpm
Max. Torque (kg m/rpm) 196 Nm @ 4700 rpm
Steering
Steering Type Rack & pinion, Hydraulic Power Assisted

Toyota Camry


Company Segment
Toyota Kirloskar Motor Ltd. (TKM) 'E'


Striking Characteristic of Toyota Camry

Toyota Camry has some of the best features among Indian cars. Few of the striking feature of the car are jotted below.

* VVT-i engine
* Cruise control
* HID projector type headlamp
* Auto light control system
* Aero wiper blades
* Rain sensing wipers
* New 16" Alloy wheels
* Hydrophilic outer rear view mirror

Color Versions of Toyota Camry

Toyota Camry comes in five thriving color variants that suits the Indian market. They are as mentioned below.

* Super White II
* Silver Metallic
* Black
* Beige Mica Metallic
* Light Blue Metallic

Interior Features of Toyota Camry

The interior of Toyota Camry is awesome. It is one of the best among same grade cars on Indian roads. It carries the best comfortable level.

* Instrument panel
* More Interior space
* Interior colour
* Optitron combination meters
* Dot-type multi-information display
* Steering Design
* Steering - Tilt and Telescopic functions
* Auto anti-glare mirror

Price of Toyota Camry

The prices of Toyota Camry are given below. The price tag is to the close approximation ex-showroom as in Mumbai. For latest and updated information, please check the latest prices and variant specifications with your dealer.


Grade Transmission Ex-showroom Price (Rs.)
W1 Manual 2,048,500
W2 Automatic 2,210,500


Safety Features of Toyota Camry

Toyota has used all levels of safety measures in the Camry. The car will take care of each minute possibilities of mishap while in drive. The technology used in safety measures are of latest and high quality.

* Vehicle stability control
* Large diameter disc brake
* ABS with EBD
* Brake assist
* Impact absorbing structure
* SRS Airbags
* Seat belt - pretensioner and force limiter
* Head impact protection
* WIL (Whiplash Injury Lessening)
* Pedestrian injury reduction structure

Technical Specifications of Toyota Camry

Get all the technical specifications of Toyota Camry through this user friendly table. Know the dimensions, about the engine, the suspension, brakes and chassis.

2.4L (M/T) 2.4L (A/T)
Dimensions
Length (mm) 4,815
Width (mm) 1,820
Height (mm) 1,480
Wheelbase (mm) 2,775
Track Front (mm) 1,580
Track Rear (mm) 1,575
Ground Clearance (mm) 160
Kerb Weight (kgs) 1,450-1,525 1,470-1,545
Gross Vehicle Weight (Kg) 1,985
Cargo Space Capacity (L) 535
Fuel tank capacity (Litres) 70
Min. Turning Radius (m) 5.5
Engine
No. of Cyls. & Arrangement 4 cylinders, In line type
Valve Mechanism 16-Valve DOHC,with VVT-i
Bore x Store (mm) 88.5x96.0
Displacement (cc) 2,362
Compression Ratio 9.8:1
Fuel System EFI
Max. Output (kW(PS)/rpm 123(167)/6,000
Max. Torque (Nm(kg-m)/rpm) 224(22.8)/4,000
Suspension
Front MacPherson strut
Rear Dual link strut
Brakes
Front Ventilated Discs
Rear Solid Disc
Chassis
Transmission Type 5-speed MT 5-speed AT
Transmission Gear Ratio 1st: 3.538
2nd: 2.045
3rd: 1.333
4th: 0.972
5th: 0.731
Reverse: 3.583 1st: 3.943
2nd: 2.197
3rd: 1.413
4th: 0.975
5th: 0.703
Reverse: 3.145
Final Gear Ratio 3.944 3.391
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion
Power Steering Type Hydraulic

Bentlay Continental


Company Name Segment Maximum Power
General Motors India Pvt.Ltd. Sedan 94 PS @ 6200 rpm with 127 Nm @ 3400 rpm

Striking Features of Chevrolet Aveo

* 2 tone beige interior with full fabric seats
* Rear seat integrated head rests
* Sporty chrome instrument cluster with white dials
* Engine Check Lamp
* Low fuel warning lamp
* Tiltable steering column
* Very effective Air Conditioner and Heater
* Chrome radiator grill giving Aveo a stunning looks
* 07 cool colors options

Variants and Their Price

Variant Price (ex-showroom Delhi)
AVEO 1.4 Rs. 5,95,569.00
AVEO 1.4 LS Rs. 6,36,787.00
AVEO 1.6 LT Rs. 6,79,048.00

(Please Note: The price range is ex-showroom and based on the close approximation. Please check the latest prices and variant specifications with your dealer)

Color Options in Chevrolet Aveo

* Blazing Red
* Platinum Metallic
* Ivory Gold
* Icy Blue
* Intense Black
* Cashmere
* Casablanca White

Technical Specifications of Chevrolet Aveo

Dimensions & Weights
Overall Length 4310 mm
Overall Width 1710 mm
Overall Height 1505 mm
Wheel Base 2480 mm
Ground Clearance 181 mm
Kerb Weight 1095 kg
Seating Capacity 5 person
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 liter
Engine Performance
Displacement 1399 cc
Power 94 PS @ 6200 rpm
Torque 127 Nm @ 3400 rpm
Configuration DOHC
No of Cylinders 4 cylinder
Transmission
Transmission Type 05 Gears/Manual
Suspension
Front McPherson Struts with Gas-filled Shock Absorbers
Rear Torsion Beam with Gas-filled Shock Absorbers
Steering
Steering Type Power Assisted
Minimum Turning Radius 5 meter
Brakes
Front Ventilated Disc
Rear Self Adjusting Drum
Wheels & Tyres
Wheel Type & Size Steel & 14 Inch
Tyres 185/60 R14

27 March, 2008

Tata Nano





Seldom do we see cars that rewrite the history books even before they are seen running around on the roads. And hardly ever do we see cars that vow to put the nation on four wheels. The Tata Nano is one such car – a car that has been in the news for quite a few years, for reasons good and evil. Nano is a car which has breathed into life due to one man. Give credit to Mr. Ratan Tata for his determination to build a low cost family car that has come true, finally! Took long it did, but the Nano came in a beautiful form. Touted as world’s cheapest car by a far cry, Nano has been the talk of the town around the globe. Head honchos of big organizations have been pouring in by numbers to have a look at this engineering masterpiece. We bring you some interesting bits.

Looks:

Numbers first.
Length – 3100mm
Width – 1500mm
Height – 1600mm
Wheelbase – 2230mm.
Ground Clearance – 180mm

You will be wondering why I am talking about the dimensions of the Nano, since all of you know that it is a rather compact and tiny machine. It is because I have good reason to talk about the dimensions. You see, the Nano is going to be faced with Maruti 800 as its main rival. But you could throw in the Alto and Zen Estilo to mark out some design and packaging aspects. Just to get things in perspective, Nano is over 230mm shorter than 800 in overall length but the wheelbase advantage of 155mm over the offering from Maruti makes sure that the Nano is more accommodating than the 800. Tata has managed to squeeze out a 60mm advantage in width and Maruti 800 falls short of about 100mm in height. So in essence, you get more legroom, better shoulder room and room more than enough for a turban, if you wear one! But before you enter inside, you are bound to gape in admiration at the beautifully crafted curves of this micro car. I personally feel that the front has a lot of Zen Estilo written on it, but manages to look really funky and cool.

The mono-volume design establishes a sea of change from the two-box layout of the 800. What it ensures the Nano with is extremely short overhangs and tight packaging. For a car of this size and image, the Nano is an extremely sexy looking car with futuristic design cues. The bonnet line is steep and unites together with the bumper in a seamless way. Though there is no ‘grille’ per se, the front has a smiling look which accentuates the ‘happy’ feeling. The fog lamps are incorporated in the bumper which has a distinct air dam running across in between them. In profile, the Nano resembles Mitsubishi’s latest small car ‘i’. The rear of the Nano is somewhat recognizable. The tail lamps are inspired from elder sister, Indica. So this is a very compact hatchback, yes? No my friend, you are massively wrong. Even I was dumbfounded when I discovered that the Nano cannot be called a hatchback – a word so true to the way the small cars are. The reason for this is because it does not have a hatch! The tail gate cannot be opened owing to it being joined together with the boot sill. This makes accessing the engine a pain in the bottom. But a hatchback it will be called still. The back side of the Nano is made attractive by the mid mounted exhaust pipe which peeps out of the aggressively designed bumper.

Hero Honda Hunk







Technical Specification


Engine : Air Cooled, 4 - Stroke Single Cylinder OHC
Displacement : 149.2 cc
Max Power : 10.6 Kw (14.4 Ps ) @ 8500 rpm
Torque : 12.80 N-m @ 6500 rpm
Bore x Stoke : 57.3 X 57.8 mm
Carburettor : C. V Type
Ignition : AMI - Advanced Microprocessor Ignition System
Gear Box : 5 Speed Constant Mesh
Type : Tubular, Diamond Type
Suspension :
Front- Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
Rear- Rectangular Swing Arm with 5 Step Adjustable Gas Reservoir Suspension - GRS
Brakes :
Front- Disc: 240 mm Dia Disc - Non Asbestos Type
Rear- Drum: Internal Expanding Shoe Type (130 mm), Non Asbestos Type.
Rim Size :
Front- 18 X 1.85, Alloy Wheel
Rear - 18 X 2.15, Alloy Wheel
Tyre Size:
Front- 2.75 X 18 42P
Rear-100/90 X 18 - 56P (With Tuff-up Tube)
Battery : 12V -7 Ah
Head Light : 12V - 35 / 35 W = Halogen Bulb (Mulit Reflector Type)
Tail Lamp : 12 V - 5W
Stop Lamp : 12V - 21W
Turn Signal Lamp : 12 V - 10W x 4 nos, Clear Lense, Multi reflector Type.
Fuel Tank Capacity : 12.4 Ltrs
Reserve- 2.2 Ltrs (Usable Reserve)
Length : 2080 mm
Width : 765 mm'
Height : 1095 mm
Wheel Base: 1325 mm
Saddle Height : 795 mm
Ground Clearance : 145 mm
Kerb Weight : 143 Kg (Kick) / 145 Kg (self)

Various Colours of Audi A8








A heavy dose of power makes this full-size luxury sedan a lot of fun to drive. The 2008 Audi A8 L W12 features a 48-valve, 6.0-liter, 450-hp DOHC W12 engine, achieving 428 ft-lbs of torque. Paired with a 6-speed Tiptronic transmission, the engine's power is helped by the W12's lightweight aluminum body. Handling is improved with the quattro all-wheel-drive system that comes with mechanical center and limited-slip center differentials. An updated four-setting adaptive air suspension and a quicker steering ratio improves overall handling. In addition to 4-wheel disc and ABS brakes, dual front, front-side, knee, and side curtain airbags, a tire monitor, and traction and stability control, the W12 gets mirrors with turn signals, an optional new lane-departure warning system, and blind-spot alert. Also standard are larger 19-inch alloy wheels, automatic headlights, adaptive cornering lights, xenon lamps, foglights, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, and daytime running lights.



The Audi 8 series is a great car that is serious competition for the Mercedes Benz S class. There's a great deal of technology in this car that converges into art at some point. The A8 features Audi's innovative Quattro 4-wheel drive, along with a user friendly multi-media interface.

The A8 has a muscular feel that packs the engineering of the Mercedes along with the sportiness of the BMW. The Audi A8 features well appointed interiors along with a host of gizmos like the MMI, electromechanical parking brake, an innovative defogging system, and automatic air conditioning with optional four channel system. There's an optional Bose Surround Sound system too.

Exceptional features like adjustable suspension, the Quattro four-wheel drive, and other goodies make the Audi a prized possession amongst other cars. The A8 is available in three different variants Audi A8 3.0 TDI, Audi A8 4.2 FSI and the Audi W12 6.0, all in petrol versions. Wanna know more? Do a serious read about Audi's grandest engines!

The Audi W12 6.0 Quattro petrol is Audi's top range petrol model in India, which features Audi's remarkable 6.0L DOHC engine with DI fuel system. This engine is globally known for its high performance, acceleration and torque.

Capable of a fuel economy ranging from approximately 5 kmpl to 7.5 kmpl depending upon driving conditions, this variant features a large 90 litre capacity fuel tank, thereby meaning less refuelling on long journeys. The power unit is connected to a 6 speed automatic transmission system with 4WD, which means superb precision during gear shifts.

Check out the wonderful features on this model such as leather seats, air-conditioning, climate control, power steering, central and remote locking, power windows, front and rear seat belts, split and folding seats, armrests, body coloured bumpers, audio system with cassette/cd/mp3 players, fog lamps, rear defogger and wash wipes, ABS, and driver plus passenger airbags.

Also check out additional safety features like front and rear airbags, child safety lock, central locking, depowered airbag, keyless entry, and anti-theft system.

Tata Indica V2 Dicor




Indica V2 has always been a leader in diesel hatchback market in India. Now Tata has launched Indica's new Dicor version, this car has water-cooled 1.4 L direct injection common rail (DICOR) diesel engine with exhaust gas recirculation and an oxidation catalyst with a turbocharger and an intercooler. The all new Indica Dicor has better fuel efficiency too.

Available Variants of Tata Indica V2 Dicor
Price Ex. Showroom (Mumbai)
Variant Fuel Engine Price (Rs.)
Tata Indica V2 Dicor 1.4 L
Diesel 1396 CC 4,25,000


Swift DZire
Passenger car market leader Maruti Suzuki launched its entry-level sedan, Swift DZire. The new car is set to redefine the market and stir excitement in the entry-level sedan segment. The Swift DZire, which comes both in diesel and petrol engines, offers luxury feature options like integrated stereo, steering mounted audio controls, automatic climate control and power windows.

It also comes with safety features like Dual Airbags, ABS and CBD, collapsible steering column and an i-CATS car security system. The Swift DZire is the seventh model Maruti Suzuki has launched in the last three years in the Indian market. Under the new product strategy, the company is looking at large number of customers owning compact cars and with growing incomes and better lifestyle their appetite to upgrade to a sedan. DZire is pitted against other entry level sedans, like Mahindra Renault Logan, Ford Ikon, and Hyundai Accent and offers more style, features and performance.

Performance with Prestige

Swift DZire offers customers the prestige associated with a sedan, while retaining the dependable performance of the Swift hatchback. The Swift had been from the beginning been conceived as a car that would be offered both as a hatchback as well as a sedan.

For the 11Maruti Suzuki engineers, who worked on the design of the Swift DZire, the challenge was to integrate the boot into the overall personality of the Swift, while imparting the elegance of a sedan. The engineers have integrated the boot with just 30 Kilograms added to the car's total laden weight. Swift DZire has the highest power-to- weight ratio among all cars in its category ensuring best performance and superior fuel efficiency.

The petrol version of DZire comes with a 1.3 litre, 16 valve, ALTec -32 bit engine, offering a maximum 87 bhp at 6000 rpm. The diesel version comes with the 1.3 litre DDiS engine, offering a torque of 190 Nm at 2000 rpm. The car comes in seven colours: Arctic White, Silky Silver, Clear Beige, Midnight Black, Bright Red, Azure Gray and Sovereign Blue.

Like other Maruti Suzuki cars, which have more features than cars available in the market at comparable prices, DZire will also loaded with many mid-size premium cars features. DZire comes with integrated stereo, automatic climate control, and audio steering controls. Maruti Suzuki designers and engineers have worked to control the noise, vibration and harshness levels, this ensuring the best in class driving pleasure and comfort.

With the Swift DZire, Maruti Suzuki will take the story forward of commonising platforms, which is a global automotive practice. It enables manufacturers to minimise duplication and prevent wastage. They are able to offer more features and superior styling in car models, at an attractive price.

While continuing to lead India's small car market, Maruti Suzuki has emerged as the market leader in the A3 segment as well during 2007-08. The company has sold a total of 41,800 units in the last 11 months (Apr-Feb 2008) in the domestic market. This is the highest number of cars for any manufacturer in the A3 segment, as per the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers' (SIAM). The launch of Swift DZire in the A3 segment is set to further increase Maruti's dominance in the mid-size car segment.