Mahindra Bolero gets some cosmetic upgrades

Mahindra Bolero VLX variant has got some cosmetic upgrades, which are 

• Dual tone Seats
• New Dash
• New Console (looks good)
• Remote fuel-lid opener
• New gear stick 

www.mahindrabolero.com/Bolero-Whatsnew.html

Tata Indigo CS ‘Royale’ to be launched soon

Tata Motors will soon launch a new variant of its best selling compact sedan Indigo CS named ‘Royale’. The Indigo CS ‘Royale’ some additional equipment over the LX model, namely

• beige and chocolate brown two tone fabric-cum-leather seats
• 14" alloy wheels
• remote keyless entry
• ‘royale’ decal over side repeater lamps
• power adjustable OSRVM
• new "dark green black" mica shade

The price details of Indigo CS ‘Royale’ has not been announced.

Skoda Yeti launch on 18th November

     Skoda Auto India will launch its mini SUV Yeti in India on 18th of November 2010. The announcement of the launch was made by Mr. Thomas Kuehl, Board Member & Director, Sales & Marketing, Skoda Auto India on the occasion of launch of new facelifted Skoda Fabia.

     Skoda claims its has already received 1000 booking for the Yeti. Yeti was first showcased in India at the Auto Expo 2010 in January this year. It will be powered by a 2.0 Liter CRDi engine and is expect to be priced around Rs 15 lakh.

Toyota Etios launch on 1st December

      Toyota Kirloskar Ltd will launch its maiden small car Etios “meaning origin of” on the 1st of December 2010 in India. Toyota has roped in ace musician A R Rahman as its brand ambassador to promote the vehicle. This is the first time when a car company has roped in a musician when its competitors are getting the job done by more glamorous hollyhood hunks and of course not to forget the star cricketer. One thing is for sure – we will surely get a brilliant tune for the car commercial like the famous tune from Rahman for the Airtel ad.

     Toyota has been working hard to deliver the best quality product for Indian customers. The Etios has been designed and developed keeping in mind of the Indian conditions and hence you can find the new ad with the tagline – World first, India first.

     After extensive testing Etios on the Indian roads, Toyota has raised the suspension by 20 mm for smooth gliding on the bumpy roads. Toyota has also added a steel plate under the chassis to prevent the stone hits to the fuel line and brake pads. Brilliant idea isn’t it.

     Etios hatchback have to compete with already packed B segment with i20, Polo, Swift, Fabia & Punto fighting for the pie. Etios sedan will also have to rub its shoulder with C segment cars like Vento, City, Verna and Fiesta. The big advantage on the Etios’s side is its a Toyota which is known worldwide for its high class quality. The price factor also plays a major factor as it is rumored that Etios is expected to be priced between Rs 4.5 to 5 lakh (for base variant). We might at last see a real competitor to the Swift. Do we?

Tata Aria Price in Chennai

Tata Aria Pleasure Price in Chennai – Rs. 12,86,000/-

Tata Aria Prestige Price in Chennai – Rs. 14,08,000/-

Tata Aria Prestige+ Price in Chennai – Rs. 14,45,000/-

Tata Aria Pride Price in Chennai – Rs. 15,45,000/-

Hyundai Santa Fe SUV launched in India

     Hyundai Motor India Ltd has launched the much awaited Santa Fe luxury SUV in India priced between Rs 20.95 – 22.95 lakh ex-showroom New Delhi.

     Santa Fe is offered in both 4x2 and 4x4 variants, the later being costlier by around Rs 2 lakh. It is powered by a 2.2 liter CRDi engine which pumps out 197 bhp of maximum power @ 4000rpm and maximum torque of 420Nm between 1800-2500rpm. The engine is mated to a six speed manual transmission.

     Both 4x2 and 4x4 variants are well equipped and comes with ESP, Cruise control and Six air bags. Santa Fe is available in four colour options – Phantom Black, Sleek Silver, Vanilla White and Steel Blue. The SUV will be imported as CBU units from Korea. Hyundai claims the SUV will deliver 14.66 km per a liter of diesel.

Hyundai Santa Fe Specifications

Piaggio Ape Mini Truck launched in India

     Italy based Piaggio Vehicles Pvt. Ltd. (PVPL) has launched a 0.5 tonne capacity mini truck in India. Mini truck named as Ape mini truck is priced at Rs 1.74 lakh across all over India. The Ape mini truck fits in the hot sub one tonne light commercial vehicle (LCV).

     Ape Mini Truck delivers an impressive economic figures of 29 kmpl and come with 15 month warranty and 5 free services. It will take on the lone player in the segment Mahindra Gio and soon to be launched Tata’s Ace Zip.