New Car
 Skoda Octovia
 The Octovia was the first car to be unveiled by Skoda Auto after Volkswagen took over the reins of the company. The car will also mark the entry of Skoda into India. The fit, finish and feel of the car were indeed very good. Noise vibration and harshness muted. It is surely a product of precision engineering and has the terrific build quality of European cars.
But what is likely to weigh in Skoda's favour is its price tag. The company has said both the diesel and petrol versions will coast about Rs 11 lakh. This is a price few can resist. Even top of the size Opel Club costs nearly that, so too the Mitsubishi Lancer. They are simply no match to the Octovia.The -inch alloy wheels add to safety and ride quality apart from giving the car an added aesthetic appeal. Boot is huge and can store enough luggages for long journey. The seating position for the driver is comfortable with ample room for the tallest drivers. Hyundai Sonata
 Hyundai's Sonata is here, the third item on the programme after the Santro jingle and Accent serenade. Sonata looks like a bigger brother of the accent. The rear of the Sonata looks neat and well proportionate with the rear spoiler adding a sporty touch. The interiors are the plushest in the business and the features justify the luxury positioning of the vehicle. Leather upholstery and a veneer finished centre console and door control panels add to rich effect. The windows are lowered with a one touch button and as expected the mirrors are electronically operated, the bucket seat are ergonomically superior to most luxury vehicles inIndia. Plenty of legroom for both front and rear passengers makes long drives more comfortable, and optimum use is made of the size and width of Sonata. With the kind of engineering, design, styling, and performance, the sonata will be giving all luxury and premium cars a run for their money. This is assuming that Hyundai can price it reasonable enough and maintain production through its third shift.
Benz
 The new generation C-class clearly demonstrates the Mercedes-Benz's current level of engineering expertise. The standard equipment of the new sedan includes pioneering technical innovations that were previously only available in the flagship models bearing the Mercedes 3-pointed star. Window bags, adaptive airbags for driver and front passenger, Headlamp Assist, the multifunction steering wheel and fibre optics are few example of a whole host of new developments that make the C-Class a technological trailblazer in its market segment.
Overall more than 20 technical innovations from the Mercedes flagship models are included as standard in the new C-Class. In addition maximum safety is ensured by standard fitted systems such as the electronic stability Program (ESP®), Brake assist, automatic child safety seat recognition, seat belt tensioners and belt force limiters for the front seat and the rear outer seats, head restraints for all seats and side impact airbags in the front doors. Mitsubishi Lancer
 The all new Mitsubishi Lancer comes to you from two automotive giants: Hindustan Motors and Mitsubishi Motors. A technical collaboration between the two, the project brings together their formidable expertise and experience to provide you with a whole new automotive experience. Mitsubishi Motors brings the most contemporary technology on Indian roads. The Lancer has an impeccable rallying pedigree and has proven it's mettle in the toughest conditions. The combination of high technology and classic build quality continues to woo customers the world over. Buying a new car is an exciting experience. It should also be easy. So here, you can compare the Lancer against other cars in its category, find your nearest dealer and complete all the formalities of buying your new Lancer.
Honda City
 The City is a compact Sedan<. The machine employs a great deal of Honda's renowned high technology. But the design is quite conservative with uninspiring lines. The bland looks are however kitted out with exemplary overall performance and excellent technological lead. The car is priced just right below its immediate competitors. However, the Honda name alone is enough to sell this car in huge volumes. This car shattering performance is coupled with equally amazing fuel efficiency which is quite rare in cars of this size. Buy the car if you enjoy driving, nothing else could give you more pleasure and fulfilment.
Accent
 Driving the Hyundai Accent will always be a discovery of a new sense of space, driving comfort and luxurious travel. The intelligence of design explains itself not only in macro space but also micro space. You cannot help notice the ingenuity of design that you will find inside the Accent. Cup holders, draw out trays of tetrapacks and aluminium beverage cans are some of the things that will instantly draw your appreciation.
The new Hyundai Alpha engine incorporates the frontiers of engine design and technology. This in-line 4 cylinder 1495cc power plant uses 3 valves per cylinder and aluminium alloy cylinder head, giving the Alpha engine power delivery characteristics that are perfectly matched to your driving needs in slow speed city traffic and high speed highway traffic. The Alpha engine uses some of the most futuristic concepts in engine technology in the world today. Ford Ikon
 Ford's "New Edge" styling makes the Ford Ikon fun, sporty yet classy. Its dazzling colours in a clear coat finish make it a definite show stopper. Its 1.6 litre Rocam petrol engine takes you from 0 -100 km in11.5 secs, making sure you are the first off the traffic lights. Luxurious interiors with a special rear comfort package that features an extra air-convent exclusively for the back and little cookies like rear reading lamps. The Ikon blends Ford's radical 'New Edge' style cues with some appealing accents in a most pleasing manner. The car is handsome which is both sporty and conservative. The interior is very tastefully done with logical inputs. The suspension dynamics are quite brilliant and the handling is predictable and safe. The engine is particularly impressive which is quiet, smooth and punchy. Style, reliability when coupled with price should see the Ikon in good stead.
Qualis
 Toyota Kirloskar Motors doubled the production of Qualis from May 2000. Launched on January 11, 2000, TKM has received more than 12,500 customer’s orders for its premium MPV within three months of its introduction.Toyota has established 24 3S facilities across the country in all major locations. TMK is planning to produce 20,000 vehicles in the first year and is expected to reach 50,000 capacity within five years of its operation.
Hyundai Santro
 Santro meets compact exterior dimensions without any sacrifice in interior comfort. Santro equals or betters the competition in basic dimensions. High functionality dictated the terms of the overall design, but Santro skilfully incorporates elements of charm and fun for family appeal.
The Santro provides a fresh perspective on small car styling. Skilfully combining both rounded and edge elements, Santro is a five door small car endowed with a distinctive look.
The basic design concept called for a wide and tall package: Utility was at the top of the list, followed by agility and versatility but without any sacrifice of comfort. The basic dimensions are ultra-compact. Being just 3,495 mm long and 1,495 mm wide, the Santro is small enough to fit into the smallest parking space. And with a minimum turning radius of just 4.4 m, Santro is highly manoeuvrable in narrow spaces. Styling-wise, Santro is a perfect example of a tidy, elegant and highly practical design. The New Tata Indica 200
 It's been a good six months now since the Indica was launched and Telco hasn't recalled even a single car, the Indica is really proving itself on Indian Roads. Good, solid driving comfort, oodles of space, and a nice, responsive (though not really all that powerful) engine give the Indica a definite edge.
The car has a fuel injected engine to help it achieve compliances with Euro II norms. The new car will have a 75 bhp powerplant rating. It will retain all features that the Indica is known for, including it for being the most powerful car in its segment. The engine has a 16-bit microprocessor controlling the management system. It is a car designed for India rather than adopted for India. Maruti Zen
 The Zen is based on the 1991 Suzuki Cervo Mode, a Japanese-market-only model. Intended primarily for export, the car's design and specifications are contemporary with world standards. In essence, the Zen looks like a Maruti 800 on steroids. In terms of driving pleasure the car is extremely satisfying, offering more than adequate performance and delightful handling. The Zen is a 'yuppie mobile' for the money's-no-object enthusiast and it's the best made car by Maruti Udyog.
Presenting the Zen or the Suzuki Alto as it is known overseas, it’s truly a world class car with the highest standards in automotive engineering, styling, performance, handling, comfort and reliability. Maruti 800 (EX & DX)
 The new Maruti 800 (EX &DX) has been transformed by the introduction of an all new MPFI engine that delivers a powerful 45 bhp - an increase from the existing 39.5. It also has an advanced 4 valves per cylinder technology found only in super luxury cars like the Bolano. The new 5 speed manual transmission gives you better fuel efficiency and driveability. Increased torque (from the existing 56 to 62 Nm) will result in better climbing power and better response in the start-stop city traffic. The new 800 is not available as an option on the standard model. Only EX & DX models have these feature variants.
The Maruti 800 offers you the luxury of choice with three variants
Maruti 800 DX
The air conditioned Maruti DX sports a 12 valve MPFI Euro II compliant engine, giving it greater pulling power of 45 bhpn and increased torque output of 62 Nm. The new Maruti 800 DX can negotiate start-stop city traffic with greater ease and has increased cooling even in extreme heat. The 5 speed transmission gives greater driving pleasure while maintaining fuel economy.
Maruti 800 EX
The Maruti EX sports a 12 valve MPFI Euro II compliant engine, giving it greater pulling power of 45 bhp and increased torque output of 62 Nm. The new Maruti 800 EX can negotiate start-stop city traffic with absolute ease. The 5 speed transmission gives you greater driving pleasure while maintaining fuel economy.
Maruti 800 Std
The car that made millions of dreams come true, the Maruti 800 Standard, now comes with freshly styled wheel rims and adjustable front and rear seats. Plus, it also comes with all the safety features that you would expect from Maruti. |
