Second Generation Porsche Cayman S launched in India at Rs. 92.27 lakh

The Second Generation Porsche Cayman S offers off an outstanding sports car experience combined with the practicality of everyday driving

The beauty & the beast got just better. German luxury car maker Porsche has launched the second generation Cayman S sports car in India, priced at Rs. 92.27 lakh. The second generation Cayman S was unveiled last year at Los Angeles Motor Show.

The new Cayman S is powered by a 3.4L flat six cylinder petrol engine which pumps out 321 Bhp of power. It has PDK dual clutch automatic transmission and can sprint from 0-100 Kmph in 4.9 seconds. It has a top speed of 281 Kmph. The new Cayman S is 30 Kg lighter than the previous model and hence has better performance and fuel efficiency.

The new Cayman S has some detailing in the headlamp and taillamps. The massive 19” alloy wheels are standard. The interior of the car has been redesigned with a 7” touchscreen display being the highlight. Optional features include Burmester audio system and dual colour leather interior.

Here is what, Mr. Anil Reddi, Director of Porsche India said during the launch: “It is built for driving through bends like few other sports cars and offers an outstanding sports car experience combined with the practicality of everyday driving.”

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Ford Ecosport Engine Variants & Trims, Mileage

Ford Ecosport with a class leading fuel efficiency of its Petrol and Diesel motors could change the face of SUVs in India

Renault Duster has been a hit in India not just because of its looks but also for its fuel efficiency. Now a real challenger to the Duster, the Ecosport from Ford has some real good approved fuel efficiency figures which will definitely put it in the top of the sales chart.

According to the sources, Ford Ecosport will come with 2 Petrol and 1 Diesel engine option. There will be 4 variants and 10 trim levels to offer.

Engine Options

1)1.0L Ecoboost Turbocharged Petrol

Capacity: 998 cc

Cylinders: 3

Power: 123 Ps

Torque: 170 Nm

Trasnmission: 5 Speed Manual

Fuel Effeiciency: 18.9 Kmpl

2) 1.5L Ti-VCT Natually Aspirated Petrol

Capacity: 1498 cc

Cylinders: 4

Power: 112 Ps

Torque: 140 Nm

Trasnmission: 5 Speed Manual / 6-speed PowerShift Automatic

Fuel Effeiciency: 15.8 Kmpl (MT) / 15.6 Kmpl (AT)

3) 1.5L TDCi Diesel

Capacity: 1498 cc

Cylinders: 4

Power: 91 Ps

Torque: 204 Nm

Trasnmission: 5 Speed Manual

Fuel Effeiciency: 22.7 Kmpl

Trim levels with each Engine Variant

Ford EcoSport 1.5L TDCi Diesel will be available in -  Ambiente, Trend, Titanium and Titanium (O)

Ford EcoSport 1.0L Petrol will be available in - Titanium & Titanium (O) only

Ford EcoSport 1.5L Ti-VCT Petrol (Manual Transmission) will be available in - Ambiente, Trend & Titanium

Ford EcoSport 1.5 Ti-VCT Petrol (Automatic Transmission) will be available in -Titanium only

Ford Ecosport Price & Launch

Ford has till now not revealed any details about the Ecosport’s pricing. Ford has been saying that it will price Ecosport competitively. Some automotive websites have mentioned that Ecosport will start at Rs. 5.95 (Ex-showroom). The vehicle is expected to be launched on 25^th of June 2013.  Stay tuned for more updates on Ecosport launch and pricing.

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Tata Indica Vista facelift spied, to come in 2014

The new 2014 Tata Vista could be a quality B Segment Hatch

The first ever spy picture of Indica Vista facelift has surfaced over the net, thanks to the automotive discussion forum Team-Bhp. Though not much could be deduced from the available picture, there will be major changes to the Vista outlook. Till now we have seen many facelifts on Tata cars which have been just a niptuck jobs, this one, the new Vista will have a sea change from the current model.

The new 2014 Vista will feature a sharper look, inspired by the Manza Hybrid which Tata Motors showcased at 2012 Auto Expo in New Delhi. The expected changes include a refreshed grille, new bumpers, sharper headlamps and taillamps. The dashboard is also likely to be changed, likely to be carried over from Manza or Vista D90 which means the instrument cluster will now move on to the right side instead of center. To remind our readers, Tata Motors had decided to push the instrument cluster to the center to keep the cost down on vehicles exported to international markets which have left hand driving rule. The centrally mounted instrument cluster has an advantage of getting well with both right and left hand driving which the Tata wanted to cash on. This is the reason why we have a centrally mounted instrument cluster on the Nano as well.

Apart from the exterior and interior changes there will also be some engine tweaks to increase the drivability and fuel efficiency of the car. Expect a lot of changes to the built quality, as Tata Motors has promised that its future cars will go through series of checks to make sure its cars are up to the mark of its competitors in terms of quality. The new Vista will be launched at 2014 Auto Expo held in New Delhi and most likely the Indica moniker will be phased out, with the new car being named just Tata Vista. Stay tuned for more updates on the new 2014 Tata Indica Vista facelift!

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Nissan Micra Active Price in New Delhi

Nissan Micra Active XE Petrol Price in New Delhi: ₹ 3,50,000

Nissan Micra Active XL Petrol Price in New Delhi: ₹ 4,01,699

Nissan Micra Active XV Petrol Price in New Delhi: ₹ 4,39,881

Nissan Micra Active XV S Petrol Price in New Delhi: ₹ 4,71,061

*All prices Ex-showroom New Delhi as of 16-07-2013. Prices may change. 

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Honda Amaze diesel to give 25.8 Km a liter

Honda Amaze diesel to deliver class leading fuel efficiency of 25.8 Kmpl, 10% higher than its competitor Swift Dzire.

We all know how good Honda is in making engines. Here is another example of class leading technology, the EarthDreams 1.5L diesel engine which powers the Amaze in India will deliver ARAI certified 25.8 Kmpl. This makes Honda Amaze, the most fuel efficient car in India.

The 1.5L i-DTech engine from Honda delivers 100Ps of power and 200 Nm of torque and with 25.8 Kmpl of fuel efficiency, its a remarkable feet by archived by Honda on its first diesel engine for India. The engine is lighter than most of its competitors, thanks to the new EarthDream technology which also makes the engine cleaner to the environment.

Honda Amaze will compete with Swift Dzire in India. With more power, torque, space, comfort and fuel efficiency, Amaze has an upper hand over Dzire. Honda has to price the Amaze very competitively with Dzire which is most likely to happen as Honda has talked about high localisation of the car.  The petrol variant of Amaze has already reached some of the dealers in Bangalore. Honda Amaze will be officially launched on 11^th April in both petrol and diesel avatar.

Stay tuned as we get you the latest updates on Honda Amaze diesel....

Source: Motorbash

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Maruti Suzuki to launch SX4 refresh soon

The SX4 refresh gives Maruti some room to compete against the hot sedans Fluidic Verna and Vento.

Maruti Suzuki will launch the faclifted SX4 soon as the vehicle has been spotted at the dealership at New Delhi. The SX4 refresh/facelift features a new chrome grill which looks to be derived from the famous Mercedes sedans. There are some changes to the bumpers and fog lamps as well. In the interior, the SX4 refresh gets dual tone black and beige, the car now being more airy and upmarket.

Apart from these minor changes, there will be no changes in the mechanicals. The SX4 refresh will be powered by the same 1.6L petrol and 1.3L DDiS turbo diesel engine. The car will be launched by the end of this month. Expect a little price hike on the refreshed vehicle. 

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Mahindra S101 compact SUV spied for the first time

Mahindra’s new compact SUV codenamed S101 to take on the Ford Ecosport and Maruti Alpha XA

The first ever pictures of Mahindra’s new compact SUV codenamed S101 has been posted by Autocarindia. As seen from the picture, the compact SUV looks to be sportier aiming directly at the Ford Ecosport and Maruti Alpha XA. Of course the compact SUV will be under 4 meters length, the second offering by Mahindra in the segment after the Quanto.

Mahindra S101 compact SUV will be positioned below Quanto and we expect it to be priced aggressively. The test mule seen in the picture is probably in its early stage of development and as we know Mahindra it will take probably 9-10 months to be launched in the market.

Along with S101, an upgraded version is also on the cards (codename S102) for the export market. Mahindra has also invested heavily on the engine development at Mahindra Research Valley Chennai to develop a range of petrol and diesel engines for its future products. Three petrol and three diesel engines is reported to be under development with capacities of 1.2, 1.5 and 1.6 Liters.

Mahindra in association with its Korean company SsangYong Motors is developing new vehicles for India as well as abroad with parts sharing between the two to keep the costs low. Stay tuned at AutomobilePlanet.com for more updates on Mahindra’s new compact SUV S101.

Picture Source: Autocarindia.com

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