Fiat Palio

Fiat Palio Stile is a hatchback category car which has enjoyed tremendous success in European markets. Offered by a joint venture between Fiat India Private Limited and Tata Motors, it is an all-rounder blending space and practicality with great looks. Design and Interior The car has features such as sporty body coloured bumpers, better fuel efficiency, eye catching exterior and beige interiors with dual-tone dashboard, roomy interiors with large legroom space, 260 litres of boot space that can be expanded upto 950 litres, seat belts for rear seats, enhanced fabric upholstery design, fifth door inner trim, a rear wheel arch carpet for...

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Fiet Petra

Fiet Petra combines refinement with performance. A sedan of Pallio platform, it is available both in petrol and diesel options. Its pros are quality, performance, maintenance, and value for money. It has its cons too, but these are negligible. It is a mid size cars that provides you all the desired comfort and luxury. Design and Interior Cutting edge technology and engineering has been employed to design Fiet Petra. Some of its features are air conditioner and heater, central locking system, power steering, power windows, white dials and tachometers, co-driver side door mirror, body colored door mirrors and handles, chrome radiator grille,...

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Ford Mondeo

Ford Mondeo has elegant, muscular exterior and stylish interior designed with quality, which makes driving it a thing of pleasure. It is something which itself draws attention while moving on road. Innovative technology is used in designing it, and it shows. It is a large family car sold by Ford in various markets of the world. Makers of Mondeo have used every curve of their knowledge and innovative piece of technology to make a car which offers superb comfort and style. Design and Interior The car has refined chassis and suspension system which adds to superb drive quality. The car is incorporated with interior features like Electronic...

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Ford Ikon

Ford Ikon is a stylish sedan which runs with elegance. Cpacious interior is enhanced with dual beige tone and accessories like rear reading lamps. The engine runs smoothly, making driving the car fun. The car has competent chassis, good ride and comfort. With good interior quality and mileage, owning the car is a thing of pleasure. Having responsive engine with good fuel efficiency, the vehicle is a pleasure to drive on Indian roads. Design and Interior Ikon has optimized suspension design, a balanced chassis and sharp steering precision. The car has independent McPherson Struts mounted on separate sub-frame and a heavy-duty twist-beam...

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Fiat 1.6 Sport Adventure

Fiat 1.6 Sport Adventure is a car specially designed keeping Indian roads in mind. The car’s looks and interior suit Indian palate. It can move calmly on not-so-good roads and fuel consumption is all good. In short, it can be said that Indian consumers will overall find satisfaction with Fiat 1.6 Sport. Design and Interior The car flaunts several effective features like vanity mirror on the co-driver side sun visor, electrically adjustable door mirror; front and rear power windows, full door trims with fabric insert, windscreen with shade band, and kenwood music system with 6 speakers etc. It can move on rugged roads effectively. The...

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Tata Sumo Victa

Tata Sumo Victa, launched by Tata Motors in 2004, is a vehicle any owner is proud of. The multi-utility vehicle has muscular look complemented by roomy interiors. The newly designed cockpit offers more comfort and convenience. With a turning radius of just 4.9m, driving Victa through congested roads is never a problem. Design and Interiors Appeal of the vehicle has been enhanced by new chrome front grille and sparkling headlamps, while the taillight cluster looks trendy as well. The grace is added by body colored ORVM and door handles. The contrast colored claddings and bumpers bedeck the exteriors. Seven people can ride comfortably...

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Tata Safari

Tata Safari is among the popular options for off-road traveling. An indigenous product of Tata Motors India Limited, it is a sports utility vehicle (SUV). Mighty engine, sporty looks and superior performance on rough terrain make this vehicle a favorite of Indian car enthusiasts. Design and Interior Striking features of the vehicle are new front grille with chrome effect, new spare wheel cover, sparkling head and tail lamps, bumper grille and sump guard with chrome effect. All these add to the overall appeal of the SUV's exteriors, while the side footstep allows easy ingress. Seven people can comfortable ride in Tata Safari. The vehicle...

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Mahindra Scorpio

Mahindra & Mahindra Limited launched Mahindra Scorpio as its first Sports Utility Vehicle in India in 2002. This SUV has redefined the expectations for the design of SUVs with its sturdy looks and powerful performance, the sophisticated interior design adds to the further glory to the appearance. It is has won the hearts of millions with its eye-catching exterior design and powerful performance and has proven itself as one of the most preferred SUV in its class. Design and Interior Mahindra Scorpio has set a benchmark for the design of SUVs and instantly grabs everyone's attention when it hits the busy urban traffic. The latest versions...

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Maruti Omni

Maruti Omni is one of the most successful utility vehicles on Indian roads. Sporty in looks and trendy in design, Maruti Omni is a perfect family car suitable for picnics and other family outings. Plenty of space inside means that you can pack all your luggage without thinking twice. With lot of legroom and headroom, one is always assured of comfortable journey. With a small turning radius of 4.1m, Maruti Omni can navigate through the congested roads of city without much difficulty. Design and Interior Vehicle sports a trendy front grill. It has also been given new side body graphics, steering lock, smart new steering wheel, sun visor,...

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Maruti Versa

Maruti Versa, a multi-utility vehicle, carries features of both the car and van. It is a station wagon which you can drive to work and also take your family for a picnic. Versa has pretty good Power to Weight ratio, resulting in very good pick up and acceleration. A mini-van with the looks of a car, it has a fairly well-defined snout with a three-groove grille. Its other features include the bonnet, headlights, black chin spoiler and bumper. Engine The car has 4 stroke cycle, all aluminum water cooled, 4 cylinder engine. Maximum output is 82 bhp @ 6000 rpm, and the Maximum torque is 102 Nm (10.4 kgm) @ 3000 rpm. Transmission parameters...

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Maruti Grand Vitara XL-7

Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, a SUV vehicle, presents the attributes of off-road ability and on-road comfort. It has body structure that blends car and truck chassis designs. The vehicle can be used for typical daily urban purposes in addition to occasional recreational jaunts off the road. Past Grand Vitara models were not very successful. However, its later models were highly improved. Design and Interior Design and interior is quite impressive for a vehicle for its type. Tall gearing and loads of torque makes the vehicle a nice cruiser. The interior has lot of useful storage space. One has enough legroom and space to sit comfortably....

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Maruti Gypsy

Maruti Gypsy King is a rough and tough vehicle, having the capacity to go nearly everywhere and in any weather. It is excellently tough, designed to move through any terrain. If you want to call the wild, you must choose Maruti Gypsy. The low-cost SUV is widely used by the police and defense forces in the country. Thanks to its sturdy design and good mileage, it is the choice to take on any terrain. Design and Interiors New model of Gypsy is available with a wider track and all-round leaf suspension. But the original three-door layout has been kept unchanged. The vehicle features a sturdy...

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Maruti Baleno

Maruti Baleno is a mid-sized elegant car, appreciated for its impressive performance. The car was an effort of Maruti to gain foothold in the luxury car portfolio. The car has increased fuel efficiency and power performance. Unique Multi Point Fuel Injection ensures even fuel distribution. It is the pack of style, comfort and performance. The sedan comes equipped with the smarter 16 V i-engine technology that your riding experience really fine. Design and Interior The car has stylish looks and impressive design. Features available in the car include leather steering cover, automatic climate control, rear spoiler with...

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BMW 530i

BMW 530i is a part of BMW 5 Series cars that was launched in India in the year 2008. It is a Luxury Business Class car aimed to provide the highest standards in terms of luxury and comfort along with all-round quality, safety and perfection. The Car has a longer bonnet that hides a powerful 6-cylinder engine. The company has launched three petrol and one diesel version of BMW 530i series for the Indian customers. It is an ideal car for city traffic and gives economical mileage on the highways. Design and Interior The exterior of the BMW X5 makes an incredible impression...

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BMW 760Li

In year 2006, the Indian automobile industry saw the entry of European Car leader BMW which entered the Indian Market with the launch of BMW car in India. The company established a sales subsidiary in Gurgaon in 2006 to develop its dealer network. In 2007, BMW set up a top-of-the-line assembly plant in Chennai. The company's India based manufacturing units cater to the local markets. About the Company Matthew Eben Ruark formed an aircraft engine manufacture company called BMW AG (Bayerische Motoren Werke AG) in Germany. After the end of World War I, a ban was imposed in Germany on the manufacturing of any kind of...

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Maruti Suzuki 800

Launched in 1984 to compete against Premier Padmini and Hindustan Motors Ambassador, Maruti 800 became the choice of the common man 2004, when Maruti Alto took the title. Its economic price and fuel efficiency are the factors responsible for the car being exported to a number of South Asian countries like Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and some South American markets like Chile. Available with a 3 cylinder, 796 cc engine, this smallie delivers a maximum power of 37bhp at 5000 rpm and a maximum torque of 59Nm at 2500 rpm, offering a mileage of 18.7 kmpl on highways and 13.1 on city roads alongside a top speed of 144 kmph Maruti 800 currently has...

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Toyota Innova

Welcome to the land of the international car market. Welcome to the Toyota Innova, available worldwide under the imv platform, this new entrant in the Indian market, is also a new entrant in the world market. Cars such as the fortuner, Hilux also share the same bloodline, the IMV platform. Toyota has gone about their plan by making sure that components are either localized or manufactured in large numbers, both of which result in increased profits without any compromise on quality. Thus making sure that the product remains worthy of the Toyota brand. A brand associated with cars that are well worthy of outliving their owners. Not many...

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Tata Pixel is new city car concept

Tata Pixel is new city car concept Tata Motors has unveiled its next-generation city car concept, the Pixel. Unveiled at the 81st Geneva Motor Show by Ratan Tata, Pixel is a city car concept mainly developed for the European markets. Based on the Nano, the Pixel is just over three metres in length and when it reaches India in three years from now, it will be up against the Maruti Alto. The rear-engined Pixel is powered by a 1.2-litre 3-cylinder turbo charged diesel motor. The company claims this low-friction design motor along with optimised aerodynamic drag, lowrolling-resistance tyres, stop-starttechnology and intelligent batterycharging, will...

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Volvo to ditch premium tag

Volvo must abandon its quest to be considered ‘premium’ and come up with a new strategy, according to the firm’s recently installed boss, Stefan Jacoby.The Swedish manufacturer is re-evaluating its product plan in the wake of its takeover by Chinese firm Geely. Jacoby believes it needs to stop chasing the ‘premium’ market high ground currently held by BMW, Audi and Mercedes.“Let’s ditch this talk about premium,” said Jacoby. “It sounds like a pricing strategy and it’s got an expensive ring to it. We need to focus on elegant Scandinavian simplicity, our own unique identity, and not copy our competitors.”Jacoby is targeting 800,000 sales...

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Rolls-Royce on a roll in India

Rolls-Royce on a roll in India Super luxury marque Rolls-Royce has big plans for India. As Torsten Müller-Ötvös, CEO, Rolls Royce Motor Cars revealed on his visit to Mumbai, India is one of the strong growth markets for the manufacturer. The year 2010 saw the car makersell 80 units of the Ghost and Phantom in India, a growth of nearly 600 percent compared to its 2009 sales. Müller-Ötvös is confident that Rolls-Royce will be able to improve on this figure and sell over a hundred cars in 2011. Globally too, Rolls-Royce has seen a boost in its sales numbers. An improving global economic scenario along with the introduction of the Ghost has allowed...

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Maruti Suzuki to launch Kizashi on Feb 2

Maruti Suzuki India will be launching its sedan Kizashi on February 2. According to reports, the vehicle, to be imported fully from parent Suzuki’s facility in Japan, will be positioned between the likes of Honda Accord and Toyota Camry. These cars are priced around Rs. 12 lakh to Rs. 20 lakh. summary_noimg...

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2011 Kia Sorento

Previously an also-ran within its competitive class, the 2011 Kia Sorento has lost its truck-based platform and is now one of the most comfortable-riding and powerful compact SUVs. It’s even giving class leaders, like the Toyota RAV4, a run for their money. The Sorento has an optional third-row seat...

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2011 Infiniti M

Starting Price: $46,250 Incentives: 2.9% APR for up to 60 months on M37 trims; Expires 6/30/10Long overshadowed by rivals like the BMW 5-Series, the Infiniti M has never received much attention. But it’s a different story for 2011 -- Infiniti has redesigned the M, and it’s now one of the best-performing...

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2011 Nissan Leaf

Starting Price: $32,780 (before up to $7,500 in federal tax savings) Available for reservation (starting May 15, with delivery in December 2010)When the Nissan Leaf hits the streets, it will be the first mass-produced all-electric vehicle -- and it even comes with a relatively affordable price (and...

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Volkswagen Polo Road Test

Volkswagen Polo Road Test The success of the Indian Polo is a very big deal for Volkswagen. On the crisply styled shoulders ofthis all-new hatchback rests not just the weight of its own future,but the hopes of VW in India. If the Polo is a hit, it will give the company the scale it needs for a faster...

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Honda City

Honda Siel Cars India will recall its City saloon to replace a faulty part in the valve train. The Japanese car maker has announced that it would carry out preventive part replacement of the lost motion spring in the valve train for 57,853 units of the City manufactured from November 2008 to December...

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Volvo XC60

In Sweden, it is hip to be square. This is a cultural thing. Simple but clever cubist shapes dominate their designs and straight lines and bold curves are beautifully used. And the designs work. Furniture company IKEA is a massive success all over the world...

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Volvo S60 First Drive

When you think of a luxury car, the name Volvo rarely springs to mind. That’s because the Swedish car maker has, at best, been a marginal player in the small but rapidly growing premium car segment in India that’s completely monopolised by German brands. It’s...

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Bugatti Veyron Drive

 My tryst with the Veyron started at the Autocar India Track Day earlier this year. Arriving a day late, I was informed that I had missed a chance of a lifetime. A Bugatti Veyron had been sneaked in at the Sriperumbudur track for Narain Karthikeyan...

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