All New Ford Fiesta gets dual clutch automatic gearbox

     Ford India has launched another variant of its latest sedan All New Ford Fiesta with a 6 speed dual clutch Powershift automatic gearbox. However the automatic gearbox option is available only in top of the line petrol variant. The All New Ford Fiesta is the first sedan in C segment to get a dual clutch automatic gearbox which is otherwise seen in D segment cars like Skoda Laura and Volkswagen Jetta.


     The Powershift automatic gearbox has received lot of applause world over because of its performance and fuel efficiency. Earlier, the automatic gearbox was perceived as more fuel consuming but with the new technology, the Powershift automatic deliver fuel efficiency which is higher than the manual ones.

All New Ford Fiesta Specifications

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Range Rover Evoque launched in India

     Land Rover launched its latest compact SUV Range Rover Evoque in India on 4th November 2011, priced at Rs. 44.75 lakh (ex-showroom, Mumbai). The Range Rover Evoque is available in 3 and 5 door options. The Range Rover Evoque is available in both petrol and diesel options. The petrol variant come in only one trim level – Dynamic where as the diesel variant comes in 3 trim levels – Pure, Prestige and Dynamic.

Range Rover Evoque Features in India

• Bold and sophisticated in design
• Optimizes performance and capability in all on and off-road conditions
• Terrain Response technology – adapts Range Rover Evoque’s engine, transmission and electronic systems to maximize drivability, comfort and traction
• Terrain Response settings: General Driving, Grass/Gravel/Snow, Mud & Ruts and Sand
• State-of-the-art connectivity
• Bluetooth for both hands free connection
• Connectivity for iPod, MP3 and USB memory stick
• Sound System by “Meridian” – a world leader in audio technologies and digital sound processing
• 380W Meridian Sound System features 12 channels and 11 loudspeakers including a dual-channel subwoofer
• Rear Seat Entertainment System (Optional) has the ability to play high quality DVD Video and route it through the 8-inch screens located in the back of the front headrests as well as to the front seat passenger’s display on the Touch-screen

Range Rover Evoque exterior colours available in India

• Fuji White
• Indus Silver
• Santorini Black
• Galway Green
• Orkeny Grey
• Sumatra Black
• Impanema Sand
• Firenze Red
• Colima Lime
• Baltic Blue
• Buckingham Blue

Range Rover Evoque interior trim options available in India

• Almont
• Cirrus
• Ebony
• Ambience
• Couture
• Element
• Spirit
• Vibe
• Energy
• Pursuit
• Verve
• Vortex

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India car market sales data for October 2011

Chevrolet
Spark – 1782
Beat – 5315
Aveo-UVA – 68
Aveo – 98
Optra – 235
Cruze – 732
Tavera – 1679
Captiva - 100


Fiat
Punto – 495
Linea – 127


Ford
Figo – 5689
Fiesta Classic – 1549
Fiesta – 608
Endeavour – 245


HM-Mitsubishi
Ambassador – 161
Lancer & Cedia – 30
Pajero – 150
Outlander – 41
Montero – 3
EVO-X – 0


Honda
Brio – 1220
Jazz – 463
City – 3376
Civic – 281
Accord – 172
CR-V – 14


Hyundai
Eon – 6315
Santro – 3141
I10 – 11557
I20 – 6834
Accent – 745
Verna – 4217
Sonata – 2
Santa Fe – 190


Mahindra
Verito – 1818
Bolero – 8082
Xylo – 2431
Scorpio – 4173
SUV500 – 1213


Maruti Suzuki
800 – 1601
Omni – 5500
Alto -15197
Eeco – 4496
Estilo – 715
Wagon R – 7934
A-Star – 277
Ritz – 2299
Swift – 7511
Dzire – 7845
SX4 – 320
Gypsy – 270
Kizashi – 3
Grand Vitara – 0


Nissan
Micra – 1619
Sunny – 1340
X-Trail – 16
Teana – 15
370Z – 0


Porsche
Boxter – 1
Cayman – 0
911 – 0
Cayenne – 30
Panamera - 0


Skoda Auto
Fabia – 1400
Laura – 406
Yeti – 103
Superb – 225


Tata Motors
Nano – 3868
Indica +Vista – 10812
Indigo+Manza – 6238
Sumo – 2109
Safari – 1263
Aria – 438
Venture – 366


Toyota
Liva – 2454
Etios – 3405
Innova – 3411
Corolla – 700
Fortuner – 763
Camry – 4
Prius – 1
Prado – 16
Landcruiser – 8


Volkswagen
Polo – 3340
Vento – 3474
Jetta – 373
Passat – 63
Beetle – 16

Soruce: Team-Bhp

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Top twenty car sales in October 2011 in India

Maruti Alto	15197
Hyundai i10	11557
Tata Indica + Vista	10812
Mahindra Bolero	8082
Maruti Wagon R	7934
Maruti Swift	7845
Hyundai i20	6834
Hyundai Eon	6315
Tata Indigo + Manza	6268
Ford Figo	5689
Maruti Omni	5500
Chevrolet Beat	5315
Maruti Dzire	5001
Maruti Eeco	4496
Hyundai Verna	4217
Mahindra Scorpio	4137
Tata Nano	3868
Volkswagen Vento	3474
Toyota Innova	3411
Toyota Etios	3405

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Lamborghini Aventador launched in India, priced at Rs. 3.69 crore

     Italian super car manufacturer Lamborghini has launched its latest super car Aventador  V12 in India priced at Rs. 3.69 lakh (ex-showroom, New Delhi). The launch of Aventador comes soon after the launch of Ferrari’s FF in India. 


     The Aventador which was unveiled at Geneva Motor Show last year replace the Murchielago as Lamborghini’s new flagship V12 model.

     The Aventador codenamed LP700-4 is mid-engined with longitudinally placed massive 6.5 liter V12 engine which produces 700 Hp of power, 30 Hp more than the outgoing Murchielago. Mated to a 7-speed automatic transmission with ISR (Independent Shifting Rods) it can shift change gears in 50 milliseconds. The power is transmitted to all the four wheels.
  

     The Aventador does 0-60 mph in just 2.9 seconds and can attain a top speed of 217 mph (350 Kmph). The breaks in front is 400 mm 6-caliper and in rear it is 4-caliper rear discs. The 19 inch alloys in the front and 20 inch at the back with 255/35 and 335/30 tyres respectively gives Aventador magnificent grip.

     Other techno features in the Aventador include electronically controlled rear spoiler and side air intakes, multimedia system with 7-inch screen, navigation and xenon lights. If you think Rs. 3.69 crore is too much, there are already 11 buyers ready to wait for 18 months (waiting period of Aventador) to drive their Aventadors. 

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Peugeot unveils new 208 hatchback, might come to India

     We in our earlier post had posted many spy pictures of Peugeot’s B Segment hatch 207 testing in Indian conditions. Peugeot has zeroed Gujarat as its manufacturing hub in India with an investment of Rs. 4000 crores. Peugeot will launch its first vehicle in India in the form of 507 sedan which too was spied along with the 207 hatchback in India. Since the new 208 has been unveiled now, Peugeot might just bring in its latest hatch to compete in the hot B segment. They why are they testing 207 in India? Well that could be to test the car’s performance in Indian conditions. To remind you the 207 hatch which was spotted in India is a 3 door version and so we can imagine that the new 208 5 door hatch will soon ply on our roads.


     The new Peugeot 208 gets a very futuristic design with new grill and swept back headlamps. The tail lamps are boomerang type which gives an entirely different look to the car but still keeps that Peugeot’s French styling. The interior of the car has also been reworked with more knee room for the passengers.

     Peugeot will bring in its d-HDi technology to 208 along with start stop technology to all its diesel variants. Powering the 208 hatch will be 1 liter petrol and 1.2 liter diesel engine, both with 3 cylinders. Expect to get a car with class leading performance in the B Segment soon in the form of Peugeot 208.

New Peugeot 208 Video

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Renault Duster RxE 85 Ps Diesel Specifications

Price: Rs. 8,00,702/- Ex-showroom, Bangalore as of 1^st Sep 2012

Variants:  RxL 85 Ps Diesel

Dimensions

Length: 4315 mm
Width: 1822 mm
Height: 1695 mm
Wheel Base: 2673 mm
Ground Clearance: 205 mm
Front Track: 1560 mm
Rear Track: 1567 mm
Gross Weight: 1740 mm
No. of Doors: 5 Door SUV

Capacities
Seating Capacity: 5 Persons

Trunk/Boot Capacity: 475 & 1064 (with rear seats folded)
Fuel Tank Capacity: 50 Liters

Engine
Type: 1.5 dCi K9K Diesel      
Displacement: 1461 cc        
Power: 110 Ps @ 3900 rpm
Torque: 248 Nm @ 2250 rpm
No Of Cylinders: 4
Cylinder Configuration: Inline

Transmission
Type: 5 Speed Manual
Gears: 5 Forward, 1 Reverse

Steering
Type: Hydraulic Power Assisted
Min Turning Radius: NA

Suspension
Front: Independent McPherson Strut with Coil Springs & Anti-Roll Bar
Rear: Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Springs & Anti-Roll Bar

Brakes

Type: Hydraulically Operated Diagonal Split Dual Circuit Braking
Front: Ventilated Disc
Rear: Disc

Wheels and Tyres
Wheel Size: 16 Inch Steel
Tyres Size & Type: 215/65 R16 Tubeless

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Renault Duster Variant Specifications

RxE, RxL (Petrol)

RxL 85 Ps, RxL 110 Ps, RxZ 110 Ps (Diesel)

Renault Duster Colours:

Metallic Woodland Brown

Metallic Fiery Red

Pearl Supreme White

Metallic Moonlight Silver

Pearl Galaxy Black

Metallic Graphite Grey

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