Celerio CNG hits the market, Priced at Rs. 4.68

Maruti Suzuki has added new fuel version of its recent launch Celerio. The company now offers a company fitted CNG kit with this new Celerio, and this Celerio CNG version will be called CelerioGeen.

 

The CelerioGeen is priced at Rs. 4.68 Ex-showroom, Delhi. At this price, the car will be loaded with same 1.0-litre engine but will produce 58 bhp, which is approximately 10 bhp less than its petrol version. The new version is powered by patented iGPI system which are available in other cars of Maruti such as WagonR and Ertiga. The company claims mileage 31.79 km / kg of Celerio Green.

Basic Comparison : Honda Mobilio vs Maruti Ertiga vs Toyota Innova

The comparison is between three major SUVs, two have already proved themselves, and one is awaiting its launch. Toyota Innova have been riding horse race since its launch while Ertiga has done substantially good job. Now people’s eyes are towards the upcoming Honda Mobilio while is going to make its entry in July this year.

How they fit Mechanically:

The Toyota Innova, among the most sold SUVs, more popular among the politicians, government cars and hotel taxies. The car is powered by 1998cc power engine, has four cylinder petrol engine good for 130 bhp and 18.5 kg and a 2449cc, four cylinder diesel engine with capacity to make 102 bhp and 20.4 kgm.

While Maruti Ertiga has pretty well since its introduction, but it is considered as Life Utility Vehicle instead of a pure SUV. The car has 1373 cc, four cylinder petrol motor with capacity to produce 93.7 bhp and 13.2 kgm and1248 cc, four cylinder diesel engine with capacity to produce 88.7 bhp and 20.4 kgm.

While all new Mobilio is expected to come with 1.5-litre petrol and diesel engines, which was used in fourth generation Honda City. The Petrol 1497cc, four cylinder engine makes 117bhp and 14.7 kgm while 1498cc, four cylinder diesel engine will make 88.7bhp and 20.4 kgm of power.

Space and Comfort:

The Toyota Innova, remains top in this segment too. It has highest wheelbase of 2750mm which is 10 mm more than Maruti Ertiga’s 2740 mm base. While Honda Mobilio will have 2650 mm wheelbase significantly lower than previous two.

The Innova has been known for its comfort since its introduction, Ertiga is a bit backward while it comes to competition with Innova. Now we see new upcoming Mobilio to deliver its turn. We can expect good command of space in Mobilio too because Honda has proved its design capability in its small car Brio.

Pricing :

The upcoming Mobilio is expected to start from Rs. 6.2 Lacs for the based version of Petrol model. While Ertiga is selling at 5.8 Lac for base petrol variant. While powerful Innova price starts from Rs. 9.67 Lacs for the base version.

Conclusion :

While seeing all these basic features, it seems that Mobilio will give tough competition to the Maruti Ertiga while Innova will be able to keep itself little aside. But yes, it is for sure that sells number will make difference as Honda fans will have good offer at much lower price.

BMW 5 – Series Diesel to Get More Power

BMW is stepping up its % series models to increase more attraction towards BMW in the market. BMW 5 series cars are already doing pretty well in the market. Though with intend to increase sale furthermore, the company will launch 518d and 520d models with mild power changes form the September this year.

The new sedan will get 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine which is claimed to improve cars performance and fuel economy.

The cars will be come with common rail injector technology, the 518d will come with capacity to produce 148bhp and maximum of 40.8 kgm of torque, which is increased by 7 bhp and 2.07 kgm from existing models.

The 520d will have 187 bhp and maximum torque of 40.8 kgm which will be same as 518d. thebhp has an increase of 6 bhp from current model.

These engines will be mated with the eight-speed gearbox, which is claimed to deliver more fuel efficiency and better performance. So far there is no any information about launch of these models in India.

Bentely Mulsanne 95 special edition launched in UK

Bentely Celebrating its 95^th anniversary, launched the Mulsanne 95, a super luxury car. The company will hand craft only 15 cars at Mulliner division and it would be available for only UK customers.  The car will be available in three colour options which have been chosen specially to showcase the company’s proud British roots, these colours include Britannia blue, empire red and Oxford white. 

 

The interior of the car is super luxury, covered with wood and leather, its cabin is also beautiful and showcase its capability of building a marvel luxury. The seats have the 95 emblem stitched into them and the passenger fascia panel.

The Mulsanne 95 gets a rare wood veneer which has been selected from a walnut tree, which is suspected to be about 300 years old.

Skoda to Launch Rapid Diesel with DSG Automatic

The Skoda has good presence in India with its product portfolio of Superb, Laura, Fabia and Rapid which are manufactured or assembled in India, while imported models include Yeti, Octavia and 2013 Octavia. Now the company is looking forward to upgrade Rapid with new 1.5-litre diesel engine. The new variant will come to the market towards the end of this year.

Being among the successful models from Skoda Rapid enjoys good brand name in India. The 2015 My Rapid with new diesel engine will also have automatic gearbox. No other changes are expected as this will not be a facelift car except some interior up gradation and more equipment to come in standard form.

Aim behind the introduction of new Rapid with smaller 1.5-litre engine would be avail customer with more fuel efficiency and excise duty benefits. Lower excise duty strata eventually helps company to decide competitive price for the car in the market.

Tata Motors Takes New Initiative to Re-gain its Position Back

Tata Motor has been struggling for pretty long time and it has lost its second position to Hyundai for years now, and recently Honda took over for number three in the industry in terms of sales volumes. The company has tried new models and upgraded models, but sales remain in downturn position.

Now, the company is looking forward to get back to its position among top auto players in the industry. The company is working hard to strengthen its production capability, design capability and new product innovations. The board of the company has its already approved plan of new launch till 2020. According to this plan, company doesn’t want relay on conventional fuel options any more. This new plan also includes new launches with hybrids, electric options and other fuel technologies.

The company has learnt a lot from the recent few years and now it is preparing for huge ahead. Tata Motors President for Passenger Vehicles Business Unit Mr. RanjitYadav said that “There is no fun in being less than the best, Tata Motors is a volume player. For us to grow and flourish, we have to be a significant scale payer... We are here to play a big game and not a niche game.”

Tata Motors have now introduce new initiative called “New Product Introduction (NPI)”. The company will envisions the product introduction, types of product, requirement of the market, all under the one name. The company will have hybrid and electric vehicle in the market by 2017 and alternate fuel option car by 2020.
Lastly Mr. Yadav said that “We have now put an extremely structured way of working for realising new vehicles to ensure that everything is done the right way at the right time. NPI Gen3 is a huge system process structure that we are putting in place, which will help us realise a new vehicle every year as we go forward.”

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Volkswagen Group to Invest 100 Million Euros for Market Expansion

The company is looking forward to invest these huge amount in order to bring new model to the market, update its existing portfolio and make available necessary parts and services all across the country.

German car maker giant, Volkswagen Group is looking to strengthen its presence in India in order to achieve its global goal. The company will invest about 100 million euros to strengthen its product portfolio and customer service capabilities.

Mahesh Kodumudi, President and MD, Volkswagen India told news agency that “At present, an investment of approximately 100 million euros is in the decision process for new models and for further localization of parts and components,” and “further large investments will accompany decisions for further new models for the Indian and export markets.”

While explaining the strategy he said that “We intend to make these investments step-wise as decisions are realised. In summary, we intend to make these ‘further large investments’ over a period of the next few years before the end of this decade.”

The company is looking forward to introduce a compact sedan, a compact SUV and a compact hatchback as a part of this strategy. While trading on its plan of becoming world leader, “India is expected to become one of the biggest automotive markets in the world and Volkswagen wants to be a part of this growth. As far as market share is considered, the Volkswagen Group aims to achieve a high single digit market share before the end of this decade.” Said Mr. Mehesh.