New Nissan Sunny official sketch revealed

     In our earlier post we had mentioned about the Nissan Sunny – the Micra based sedan from Nissan. Now the official sketch of the Nissan Sunny has been revealed. Nissan Sunny is termed as ‘New Global Sedan’ and is build on the Nissan’s versatile V platform. Styling of the Sunny has been very dynamic and will differ in looks from its hatchback sibling Micra.

     Nissan Sunny will make its international debut at Guangzho, China in December this year. After the international debut the car is expected to come to India by mid 2011. It will come in both petrol and diesel engines, the latter being sourced from Renault (1.5L currently used in Logan). It will be manufactured at Nissan’s Oragadam plant near Chennai.

     In India, Nissan Sunny will compete with cars such as Maruti Swift Dzire, Ford Fiesta, Hyundai Verna and Chevrolet Aveo. 

Scoop: Next Generation Hyundai Verna spotted testing in India

     Hyundai recently unveiled the next generation Verna codenamed RB in Russia. Now the car has been spotted by Autocarindia reader Chris Sekar near Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu during its test drive with heavy camouflage.

Source: Autocarindia

      Hyundai had announced the launch of the new Verna in India by early 2011. Now that the car is being tested we can be sure that it will launched in time (January 2011)..

     The new Verna is built on the lines of Hyundai’s ‘fluidic sculpture’ design language. The ‘fluidic sculpture’ design language has also been used in other two cars in the Hyundai stable namely Sonata and Elantra. The new Verna will incorporate Hyundai’s new technology 1.4L and 1.6L Gamma petrol engine which deliver maximum power of 106bhp and 122bhp respectively. Both engines will have transmission options of a four speed automatic and a five speed manual one.

     Hyundai is working on the ride quality and comfort in order to compete with its competitors like Maruti SX4, Volkswagen Vento and segment leader Honda City.

Next Generation Hyundai Verna Pictures

New facelifted Skoda Fabia launched in India

     In order to stay in the small car competition post April 1 2010 (After the BS IV norms in 13 major cities came into existence) Skoda has launched a new facelifted Fabia in India.

     Now Skoda Fabia is available in 3 engine options –

• 1.2L MPI (petrol): 75 bhp @5400 rpm and 110 nm of max torque @ 3750 rpm
• 1.6L MPI (petrol): 105 @ 5250 rpm and 153 of max torque @ 3800 rpm
• 1.2 TDI (diesel): 75 bhp @ 4200 rpm and 180 nm of max torque @ 2000 rpm

     All the three engines have been borrowed from Skoda’s sister concern company Volkswagen. These are the same engines you find in the Polo. Along with engine changes there is some cosmetic changes as well to the new Fabia. A new front end, a new steering wheel and a new stereo are something to be noticed in the car. However some parts have been borrowed from other models like the steering wheel from the Laura and the stereo from the Polo. The car is available in three variants – Classic, Ambiente and Elegance with 5 different colour options.


     The most striking issue is the price. Skoda has priced the new Fabia very competitively with the base variant is available at Rs 4.35 lakh going up to Rs 5.99 lakh for the top end 1.6L petrol variant (All prices ex-showroom Mumbai). Though Skoda is little late to respond, we thing the price factor will play a major role in giving hard time for its competitors.


Speaking at the launch, Mr. Thomas Kuehl, Board Member & Director, Sales & Marketing, ŠkodaAuto India said,   “The new Škoda Fabia underlines Škoda’s belief in providing its customers with clever and intelligent mobility solutions.  We are confident that the New Škoda Fabia will surpass the expectation of all and will be received well by our customers”.

New Skoda Fabia Price

Tata Aria Pride 4x4 features

All the features of the Prestige 4X4 and the following extras

Safety and Security:

• Side and Curtain Air Bags (6 Air Bags)
• Electronic Stability Program
• Traction Control System

Comfort and Convenience:

• Satellite Navigation System
• Reverse Guide Camera
• Cruise Control

Interiors (All Leather):

• Black & Plum with Brush Metal Inserts
• Black & Black with Brush Metal Inserts
• Full Leather Upholstery

Tata Aria Specifications