Top SUV Cars In India

TopSUV Cars In India

SUV cars or the Sports Utility Wheel are the latest craze in the car market, and that too not only in India but also in foreign markets. Infact in the recent times Indian auto sector has emerged as the most potential market for the SUV's, which is growing with each passing day.

Hyundai Santa Fe

SUV's are the best example of luxury mixed with comfort. The huge space and the sporty interiors is the best plus point of these cars. Most people these days are opting for purchasing SUV's as they have more space and can run on any kind of roads without any problem. Perfect for a long holiday trip with family where you have to carry lots of bags and need more space in the car.

Mitsubishi Outlander

There are many auto companies in the market offering their SUVcars and attracting buyers. Few of them are Fiat India, Ford Motors, Force Motors, General Motors, Hyundai Motors, Hindustan Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Nissan, Porsche, Tata Motors, Toyota Motors etc. And some of their most popular SUV in India are:

Mahindra Scorpio

The manly looks and the spacious interiors of Mahindra Scorpio makes it one of the most prominent SUV in the Indian market. There are many different models of Scorpio in the market that are quipped with 2.2 litre, 4-cylinder mHawk diesel engine that takes its speed from 0 to 60 in 5.7 seconds flat. Available in 6 different colors with a market price between 7-10 lakh, Scorpio is ruling the Indian market.

Toyota Fortuner

 

Back in 2009 when Toyota launched its diesel model of Fortuner, everyone was in a little doubt whether this SUV can win the hearts of Indian car lovers. But with its powerful performance and great looks, Toyota Fortuner created its own name in India. The first model was only with a 3.0L diesel engine with 4WD (4 - Wheel Drive) that produces 168 bhp power and 343 Nm of Torque. This engine is mated to a 5 speed manual transmission. And today in 2012 its new model 2WD Toyota Fortuner is equipped with double wishbone coil springs front suspension and non-independent rear suspension while the 4WD model has 4-link with lateral rod rear suspension that reduces the jerks. The price of this SUV starts from 23 lakh.

Honda CRV

One of the largest selling SUV of the world Honda CRV has got awesome looks and a very spacious interiors. The CRV model is available in both two and four wheel drive versions and carries two engine options including a 2.0L and a 2.4L petrol engine. The car is available in three trims including LX, the EX and the EX-L. The major attractions of the CR-V model include front seat-mounted side airbags, front and rear seat side air curtains and price stars from 22 lakh.

Tata Safari

Tata Motors Safari is one of the largest selling SUV in India. Tata Safari has a 2.2L, 16 valve and a VTT DICOR engine that has a power of 140hp at the rate of 4000rpm. You can choose your favorite safari in different colors.

 

New Tata Nano at Auto Expo 2012

New Tata Nano at Auto Expo 2012

Tata Nano by Tata Motors, is going luxury. The 2012 Tata Nano offers an increase in horsepower, more standard features and improved economy — 59.7 mpg. The new Tata Nano features still has a .6-liter, rear-mounted engine and rear-wheel drive transmission. 

But it now has 50 horsepower, four horsepower more than the original. Torque has also increased from 35.4 ft-pounds to 37.0 ft-pounds. The improved mpg is more than four mpg better than the previous model.

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Upcoming Cars In India 2012

Upcoming Cars In India 2012

Upcoming Cars, when we hear this word the first thing that comes to our mind are definitely the awesome speed, stunning looks and the powerful engine. With each passing year the global car market or should we say the auto sector has seen a tremendous growth. Especially Cars in India, the cars have set a new standard of luxury and style.

Targeting especially the Indian markets and the Indian buyers most of the auto companies have bought up their future projects. Some of the most prominent cars that will be launched in 2012 are:

Chevrolet Camaro

BMW X1

Chevrolet Sail

Maruti APV

Nissan NV200

Ford Focus

Audi Q3

New Tata Safari Merlin

Skoda Rapid

 

Royal Enfield's Thunderbird 500 unveiled at Auto Expo 2012

Royal Enfield's Thunderbird 500 Unveiled at Auto Expo 2012

 

Royal Enfield, a motorcycle manufacturer, has introduced its 500 cc bike Thunderbird 500. Royal Enfield Motors has not yet disclosed the price of the new model, which was unveiled at the 11th Auto Expo 2012.

 Thunderbird 500 Pictures

 

Suzuki Motorcycle India unveils Hayate 110 & Swish125

Suzuki Motorcycle India unveils Hayate 110 cc Bike, Swish125 Scooter at Auto Expo 2012

Two-wheeler manufacturer, Suzuki Motors, has showcased its all new Suzuki Hayate, the 110 cc mass production motorcycle and 125cc scooter Swish125, at the Auto Expo 2012.

Swish125

Suzuki new motorcycle and a value packed scooter is priced at Rs 40,000 and Rs 45,431, respectively at ex-showroom of Delhi.

Hayate 110 cc Bike

Maruti Suzuki Introduces SUV XA Alpha

Maruti Suzuki introduces SUV XA Alpha at 11th Delhi Auto Expo 2012

Maruti Suzuki has launched its compact SUV XA Alpha at the 11th Auto Expo 2012.

 SUV XA Alpha Pictures

 

Ford Motors India Sale Jump 39% in Dec 2011

Ford Motors India Sale Jump 39% in Dec 2011

Ford Motors India has posted 39% rise in sales during December 2011 to 5,979 units as compared to 4,301 units sold during the corresponding month of 2010. In 2011, the firm has sold 96,270 units in the domestic market, 15% surge as against the previous year. 

Mr Michael Boneham, President and Managing Director, Ford India, said,“It’s incredibly gratifying to see that our domestic sales have grown at such a steady pace, particularly given the challenging market environment. Overall, 2011 was a strong and positive year where we crossed many milestones. With work commencing on our second plant in Sanand, expansion of the powertrain facility in Chennai, the launch of the All-New global Fiesta, and Ford Figo’s growing popularity in 2011 gave us many proud moments to cherish.”

India has emerged as an increasingly significant exporter of Ford vehicles last year, with the shipments touching 22,521 units, nearly three times the number exported in 2010.

During 2011, Ford India has also expanded its export stronghold for the Figo to 32 nations, with Burkina Faso and Ivory Coast added in December.

Mahindra XUV500 Price Hike in January

Mahindra XUV500 Price Hike in January

Mahindra & Mahindra has announced to increase the prices by Rs 30,000 to Rs 55,000 from January 1 at the showrooms in New Delhi.

“The price rise has been necessitated as the launch price was an invitation price and there has also been a considerable impact of increase in raw material costs and the rupee depreciation with respect to the dollar and the euro,” according to the statement issued by the company.

 Mahindra XUV500 Reviews

The company has launched the Mahindra XUV500 in September this year and presently priced at Rs 10.8 to 11.95 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

The booking for this SUV was started on October 1 and within 10 days of its launch, the company has received 8,000 bookings for the vehicle and forced the company to suspend the fresh sales as it was working on monthly output of 2,000 units at its west India plant.

From January 2012, the company is planning to reopen the bookings for the XUV500 after aumenting the production output of the vehicle to 3,000 per month. Further, the company is also looking to raise production of the vehicle to 5,000 a month in June.

Tata Manza vs Toyota Etios

Tata Manza vs Toyota Etios 

The base variant of the Tata Motors Manza gets power steering, a feature not offered in the Etios base variant. The mid variant of the Manza gets music system with USB and aux-in, Bluetooth connectivity, tilt adjustable steering wheel, audio controls on steering wheel and a warning buzzer for door open, key, headlamp/taillamp on. These features are not offered in the Etios mid variant. When it comes to the top-end variant, the Tata Manza gets fuel consumption and distance to empty information, follow me home headlamps and electric mirrors which are again not offered in the Etios though it gets leather wrapped steering wheel and body side skirts.

The price of the Toyota Etios petrol ranges between Rs. 4.99 lakh – 6.97 lakh while the offer price of the Manza petrol ranges between Rs. 5.12 lakh – 6.56 lakh. The price of the Toyota Etios diesel ranges between Rs. 6.44 lakh – 7.87 lakh while the offer price of the Manza diesel ranges between Rs. 5.87 lakh – 7.38 lakh. The Manza is significantly cheaper (Rs. 10,000 – 50,000 depending on variant) than the Etios and comes with more features. Hence, the Manza with the offer price has a better ‘value for money’ proposition than the Etios.

 

Tata Manza vs Maruti Suzuki Dzire

Tata Manza vs Maruti Suzuki Dzire

The base variant of the Tata Motors's Manza gets features such as front power windows and HVAC with electric controls while the Maruti Suzuki Dzire’ base variant comes only with manual front windows and manual HVAC. The mid variant of the Tata Manza gets tilt adjustable steering wheel, audio controls on steering wheel and warning buzzer for door open, key, headlamp/tail lamp on.

With regard to top-end variants, the Manza (at offer price), though Rs. 17,000 more expensive than the Dzire, packs in features such as Bluetooth connectivity, USB and auxiliary input, fuel consumption and distance to empty information, follow me home headlamps, dual tone alloy wheels and electric mirrors.

The price of the Maruti Dzire petrol ranges between Rs. 4.94 lakh – 6.39 lakh while the offer price of the Manza petrol ranges between Rs. 5.12 lakh – 6.56 lakh. The price of the Maruti Dzire diesel ranges between Rs. 5.95 lakh – 6.46 lakh while the offer price of the Manza diesel ranges between Rs. 5.87 lakh – 7.38 lakh.

Clearly, the base variant of the Manza is close to the price of Dzire and gets a few additional features than the Dzire. Similarly, the mid variant of the Manza is closely priced to the Dzire and also gets a host of additional features not found in the Dzire. Hence, the Manza’ base and mid variant have a better ‘value for money’ proposition than the Dzire. However, when it comes to the top-end variants, the Dzire still has a better ‘value for money’ proposition for it offers the essentials at a significantly cheaper price though it lacks a few comfort features offered in the Manza top-end variant.