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Mahindra mini Xylo to get 1.5L 3 cylinder twin-turbo mEagle engine

Mahindra has been extensively testing its mini Xylo for quiet a long time. The recent spy pictures posted by Motor Vikatan give the exact picture of how the vehicle will indeed look. From the side profile the mini Xylo could be confused for a Wagon R (the vehicle looks like a oversized Wagon R). The quarter glass in the rear runs through from C to D pillar giving an all glass rear two third look. The tail lamps have been moved higher in the d pillar.

What is more exiting is that the mini Xylo will get a 1.5L 3 cylinder engine to come into small car excise concession category. Much more exiting news is that the 3 Cylinder mHawk engine will have a twin turbo which makes the engine to pump out power of 100hp@3,750rpm and a torque of 240Nm between 1,600-2,800rpm. Perhaps that is the reason why Mahindra is extensively testing the engine to get the tuning right. The small 3 Cylinder engine might as well find its place in Mahindra’s small cars which will be built on Logan platform.

Neo Fluidic Elantra body colours, interior trim, dimensions and technical specifications

NEO FLUIDIC ELANTRA BODY COLOURS

Neo Fluidic Elantra is available in 6 colours -

*Coral White
*Sleek Silver
*Bronze
*Phantom Black
*Maharajah Red
*Twilight Blue

NEO FLUIDIC ELANTRA INTERIOR TRIM

2 Interior Trims -

*Leather
*Fabric

NEO FLUIDIC ELANTRA DIMENSIONS

NEO FLUIDIC ELANTRA TECHNICAL SPECFICIATIONS

All new Neo Fluidic Elantra launched in India

Hyundai has launched the most beautiful Neo Fluidic Elantra in India with the base petrol variant priced at Rs. 12.51 lakh ex-showroom, New Delhi. The Neo Fluidic Elantra comes in 3 petrol and 4 diesel variants. Here are the ex-showroom prices of different variants of Elantra in New Delhi.

Hyundai Neo Fluidic Elantra Petrol

VTVT S – 12.51 lakhs
VTVT SX – 13.74 lakhs
VTVT SX AT – 14.74 lakhs

Hyundai Neo Fluidic Elantra Diesel

CRDi 1.6 – 12.91 lakhs
CRDi S – 13.64 lakhs
CRDi SX – 14.85 lakhs
CRDi SX AT – 15.85 lakhs

The petrol variant is powered by a 1.8L DOHC engine that produces maximum power of 147 Bhp at 6500 rpm and maximum torque of 177 Nm @ 4700 rpm. The diesel Elantra is powered by a 1.6L CRDi engine with VGT with maximum power output of 126 Bhp @ 4000 rpm and maximum torque of 259 M, @ 2750 rpm which currently does the duty on the Verna. Both the petrol and diesel engines are mated to a 6 speed manual and 6 speed automatic transmission.

The New Fluidic Elantra is avaialbe in 6 colours – Black, Silver, White, Bronze Red and Blue. Two colour options in the interiors are available - two-tone cocoa black and beige.

Neo Fluidic Elantra Brochure

Mercedes Benz launches R Class diesel in India

Undoubtedly, the other name of luxury on road is Mercedes Benz. Sensing the sentiments of the diesel crazy nation, Mercedes has now added a diesel variant of its luxury crossover R Class in India at Rs. 58.9 lakh (ex-showroom, New Delhi). The diesel R Class, R350 CDI 4MATIC comes with 3.5L V6 diesel engine and 7G-TRONIC transmission with 4WD. The diesel R Class is more efficient and sips lesser fuel and delivers 11.25 Kmpl as compared to 4 Kmpl by the petrol variant.

The Rs. 60 lakh + R Class CDI 4MATIC offers you

LED daytime running lights
Electric sunroof
18-inch ten spoke alloy wheels
Chrome package

On the inside, you have enough space to carry a small battalion in brilliant comfort features such as:

An in-dash six-disc CD changer and Universal media interface.
Electrically adjustable telescopic steering wheel
Memory seats
Three zone automatic climate control
Air-conditioning for rear row passengers

The 3.5L V6 diesel eninge produces max power of 200 Bhp at 6000 rpm and torqe of 350 Nm at 2400 rpm. The car does 0-100 in just 8.3 seconds. It has massive 633 liters of boot space and 80 liter fuel tank. The car will be imported as a CBU (Completly Built Unit).

At present, R Class had no competition in its class in India. With 6 comfortable seats and luxury features, it offeres a perfect combination of style and luxury. With the new diesel option, R Class will get more attention of luxury fleet operators giving services to the high end hotels.

Speaking on the introduction of the vehicle Mr.Debashis Mitra, Director- Sales & Marketing Mercedes-Benz India said, “The R-350CDI CDI 4MATIC is the latest addition to the successful Mercedes-Benz R-class stable. We are sure that the diesel variant of this crossover model will be an attractive proposition for our valuable customers. The car has 7G-TRONIC with 4WD transmission with a mileage of 11.25 kmpl.”

The new Mercedes Benz R Class Video

Piaggio to launch mass scooter in India

Italian two wheeler manufacturer Piaggio aims to launch a mass market scooter in India. The likely model will by ‘Fly’ which is stylish enough to compete against the Honda and Suzuki scooters. Fly will be powered by a 125cc engine tuned for higher mileage.

Piaggio feels Indian two wheeler market is growing tremendously and it wants to capitalise the market with a mass segement vehicle. Piaggio has invested Rs. 150 crore at its Baramathi plant to ramp up the production capacity.

Currently Piaggio has Vespa LX125cc scooter in India which is aimed at premium segment. In spite of its high price of around Rs. 70,000/-, the LX125cc has got a tremendous response in India.

Mahindra to enter small car segment in India

India’s utility vehicle major Mahindra is planning to enter the small car segment in India. It is learned that Mahindra is developing a new platform for small cars in its new facility at Chennai. The small car is expected to be launched by 2014 in the price range of Rs. 2 – 5 lakh.

Mahindra will have a huge task cut out as the players in the small car segment has already capitalised the market. Mahindra has to bring in its vast experience in making rugged vehicles to its small car and give its customers value for money.

Along with the small car Mahindra is also planning to built cars on Logon platform. A Verito hatch which is already in its testing conditions will make its presence very soon. Mahindra will also look to synergise Reva operations with these new projects.

Honda to stop selling Civic in India

Honda has decided to pull out its Civic sedan from Indian market. Honda had earlier stopped production of the Civic some months ago and the dealers have exhausted with the stocks now. Honda has no plans to launch the next generation Civic in India which made its international debut last year.

The reason for pulling out the Civic is due to the lack of a diesel option. According to the Honda source, the next generation Civic which has a 1.6L diesel and is sold European market is not compatible for Indian conditions.

With no Honda Civic in Indian market, we will certainly miss a car well known for its sharp design and performance. The ‘sexy car’ as known by the fairer sex will now become a history. We hope Honda brings its next generation Civic with a diesel engine suitable for Indian conditions.