Hyundai H1 launched at Auto Expo

Hyundai unveiled Hyundai H1 at Auto Expo today at Pragati Maidan.The car will be available as a nine seater in India whereas the 12 seater model is available in the International Market. Hyundai H1 will be available to its users in both petrol and diesel engines. The petrol variant is powered by 2.4L, 2359 cc engine and delivers power of 128.4 KW at 5500 rpm, 227.7 Nm torque at 2800 rpm. The diesel variant is powered by 2.5 L ,2359 cc engine, powered by 125 KW at 3800 rpm, torque of 392 nm at 2000 rpm.

Hyundai H1 Wagon model that lies somewhere between a van and a mini bus is available with both 5 speed manual and auto transmission option. The front suspension of the car is a McPherson Struts with wishbone while the rear suspension is a Rigid Hexal Spring.

Hyundai i Mode and Genesis Coupe launched

Hyundai launched Hyundai i Mode at Delhi Auto Expo. Hyundai i Mode is a six seater based on the concept of a mono cab. It features high end entertainment facilities in the comfort of your car such as Digital Home theater, wireless internet for users to browse while they cruise ! The car is powered by Euro 6, 2.2 L, turbo Diesel engine an boasts of hi tech seats that dont just glide forward and back but can revolve too.

Hyundai launches 4 models

Shah-Rukh Khan participates in Hyundai's Green move by unveiling the Hyundai i10 Electric Version today at the Delhi Auto expo. Hyundai Motors, the Korean car-maker also launched Hyundai H1, Hyundai Genesis Coupe and Hyundai imode on the Second day of 10th Auto Expo. With Hyundai Motors flagship model Hyundai i10 topping the sales charts in present scenario, Hyundai i10 electric would carry on the legacy.

With increasing Demand of cleaner, cheaper Automotive fuel across nations, Hyundai Motors launch of Hyundai i10 electric compensates the need well. However, Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) Director (Marketing and Sales) Arvind Saxena commented that the exact time-frame of vehicle's availability in India could not be commented on presently.

Maruti Suzuki Alto launched

Maruti launched new limited edition of Maruti Alto. This new car, Alto Xcite, is priced at Rs 13,500 more than the regular version. This car houses a number of great features such as manual central locking, power windows and remote boot opener. The company said in a statement that the high-end model of the car is priced at Rs 2.75 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). Approximately 20,000 car units are being sold every month. It may be recalled that Maruti Alto is the largest selling car in India. On the other hand, Ford Fiesta and Hyundai i10 are the other popular cars in India.

Nissan to bring Murano in India by 2010

Nissan one of the largest car manufacturer originated in Japan is all set to bring its latest sensation in Auto market around the word, the Nissan Murano in India. The Nissan Murano model is basically a newly designed and only one of its kind crossover which is claimed to be a new mile stone for Nissan in Auto engineering field. Though there was news about its launch in this year only but now it is expected that the Nissan Murano model will be rolled out in the first half of the next yeas. According to the news reports the Nissan Murano model will be imported in India as a completely built unit (CBU) from Japan.

Hydrogen powered Suzuki SX4 at the Tokyo Auto Show

Suzuki that is all set to unveil hydrogen powered new Suzuki SX4 at the Tokyo Auto show later this month. Apart from hydrogen powered Maruti SX4 Suzuki will also launch plug-in hybrid version of its model Maruti Swift.

The Maruti Swift model will be able to cover at least 19 kms under all-electric power. The Maruti SX4 fuel cell concept of Maruti SX4 - FCV will use 80kW hydrogen fuel cells provided by General Motors but will also employ a hydrogen tank and capacitor from Suzuki engineering.

Bajaj-Renault-Nissan alliance to launch ultra low cost car by 2012

Car Manufacturers Bajaj, Nissan and Renault will introduce a joint venture ultra-low cost car in India by year 2012. According to Renault, France based company, the car will be smaller than the existing Maruti Alto. In this joint venture Bajaj Auto will be handling manufacturing, sourcing, engineering and designing work while on the other hand Renault-Nissan alliance will be taking care of marketing and selling of the car in domestic as well as international market.

Nissan to launch 370Z sports in India

Japan based car manufacturer Nissan Motor has decided to launch its all new Sports sedan, 370Z in India on 20th January this year. By launching 370Z in India the company will enter in the league of sports sedan selling companies in India which includes Audi(which rolled out its R8) and BMW (will be launching Z4 roadster soon). The Nissan 370Z model is known as the Fairlady Z in Japan. The 370Z has a powerful 7-speed automatic 6-speed manual transmission engine despite the light weight accessories like aluminum door panels, hood and hatch the 370Z weighs around 3000lbs. The 370Z is sixth-generation of the Nissan Z-car series with a 3,696 cc V6 engine that outputs 336 PS@7000rpm and 365 Nm@5200. The model was first shown at an event in Los Angeles before its official launch at the Greater LA Auto Show 200

Auto Expo - Honda unveils New Small Car

Honda Siel cars India today unveiled the Honda New Small car concept in a press conference at 10th Auto Expo 2010. The Honda New Small Concept is a concept model of the upcoming Honda Small car in India to which Honda Motors is especially developing for emerging markets like India. In addition to the New Small Car Concept Honda is also exhibiting the CR-Z Concept 2009, a concept model for a new hybrid model, which was unveiled for the first time at the Tokyo Motor Show in October 2009.

Ford Ikon scores highest in the entry mid-size segment

Ford's entry-level sedan the Ford Ikon scored highest in the entry mid-size segment according to the JD Power Asia Pacific 2009 India Initial Quality Study SM (IQS). Ford Ikon is the clear winner in its segment scoring 90 PP100 in this J.D. Power study while the industry scores averaging at 123 PP 100 in the entry mid-size segment for Overall New -Vehicle Quality in India.

Michael Boneham, president and managing director, Ford India, commenting on this commendable achievement told that the results speak for itself. It’s about a quantum leap in quality that companies vehicles demonstrate and their laser-focus and commitment to produce world-class quality vehicles for this market that exceed customer expectations.

Honda Pavilion in Auto Expo

Honda Motors Pavilion in Hall No. 06 and stall no. 6.1 dazzled with some amazing launches and breathtaking displays. Apart from the stupendous Cars at the display, a factor that caught everyone's eye was Azimo (Advanced step in innovative mobility), a humanoid robot.

The Robot delighted the audiences with its brilliance and entertaining performances like dancing on a bollywood number “All is Well”, playing with the football, making cute gestures towards the audience etc. Shining cars were displayed on rotating dais, with ravishing models posing with the same. Top-Honda officials were seen greeting those present there. A well-managed reception at the entrance of the pavilion helped all those gathered with information on various products of Honda Motors distributing brochures, pamphlets etc. The pavilion was chocked with enthusiastic crowd and energetic media.

Tata Aria launched at Auto Expo

Tata Motors, with an honest presence of Company's chairman Mr. Ratan Tata, showcases the all new Tata Aria a Seven-seater cross-over between MUV and SUV, with the current line-up amongst the same being Tata Safari and Tata Sumo Grande. Apart from Tata Aria, Tata Prima, Tata venture, Jaguar XJ are previewed here at the Auto expo today. As told to our CarDekho team, the car is supposed to be officially launched in the second quarter of 2010. With still so fresh memories of Tata Nano, Ratan Tata's dream car for Indian consumers, launched here at the Expo 2 years back, the company has 3 new launches lined up this year with the efforts of Indian engineers for the Indian customers.

Tata Indica Vista Electric unveiled at Auto Expo 2010

Tata Motors' yet another invention is Tata Indica Vista Electric that was showcased today at the Delhi Auto Expo at Pragati Maidan. The eco friendly car comes with a PERM Magnet Motor, 55 KW of power,160 Nm torque.The all new Tata Indica Vista electric is a 1 speed FWD and touches a top speed of 128 kmph.It can go from 0 to 30 kmph in just 4.5 seconds, from 0 to 60 kmph in a matter of 90 seconds and can run upto 160 km per charge with the battery capacity of 26.6 kwh. The new Tata Indica Vista Electric with a seating capacity of 4 passengers is a five door model that comes with dual front airbags.