Cars to look for this festive season
Posted on: 11/Aug/2016 3:21:40 PM
When it is festive season, it will turn into a season of celebration for the automakers in India. People show increased interest towards buying new cars during this period. Sales will surge up and automakers show good interest in launching new models and upgrade existing ones. They also announce interesting discounts that benefit themselves as well as customers.
There are a number of SUVs awaiting to get launched during the second half of this year, this fast approaching festive season is all set to bring new models in cars into the market too. If you are in look out for a new car for a stunning drive with your loved ones, here is the list you need to run down including the most awaited cars for this year.
Tata Kite Sedan
Tata believes in carrying over its Tiago hatchback success with the launch of Kite sedan. This is a advanced version of Tiago. This model contains brilliant features and of course, Kite sedan will have most of these features inherited in it too.
European styling is given to its exterior with distinctive character lines. There is extender rear that will provide 420 litre of boot space thus making it ideal for small vacations. The cabin is well laid quite similar to Tiago. This model is of 1.2 litre petrol and 1.05 diesel. It is likely to get rolled into the market in October 2016 at an estimated rate of Rs 4.5 lakh.
Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS
Maruti sees incredible response for the hatchback model Nexa channel. The car brand is to make a reentry of Baleno moniker here in India. As though this does not suffice, Maruti will now introduce Baleno RS to meet the desires of enthusiasts. This is of sporty hatchback that will comprise of a fancy kit including lip spoiler, blackened grille, alloys and side skirts. The layout is made of black theme and the same will be applicable to its cabin as well.
This model is not just about it. The 1.0 litre boosterjet petrol engine is the unique feature here. This comes with 112ps power together with impressive 175Nm torque. This will be a potential contender in the hatch category. You may want to wait till Diwali to experience a drive in it.
Hyundai Eon facelift
Launched in the year 2011 for the Indian road conditions, the car brand has perked up Eon. While Eon sales is dwindling a bit, this facelift on the model is promising to resurrect the model into the market. It is set for launch during Diwali this year.
Hyundai has so far not hinted anything about the facelift given to it, but it is believed to embellish Fluidic Sculpture 2.0 design which means it could be an upgraded grille with changes in chin as well as rear portions. The dashboard may have enhanced multimedia set up. Eon has got 1.0 litre engine already. There may be an autobox in this hatchback model in its mechanical front. It may be priced for Rs 3 to 4 lakh and get into the market by October 2016.
Volkswagen Ameo Diesel
In June 2016, Amemo petrol, a sub 4 metre sedan was launched. Very soon, a diesel version will also get rolled out, probably during the festive season. This will comprise of a number of topnotch features. The only element that has been missing so farar was the diesel engine.
This car is fairly new and there will not be any alterations in its interiors. The diesel mill will be the only distinct update made in it. The 1.5 litre TDI engine powering Polo delivering 90PS power will be used here in addition to notable torque of 230Nm. It comes with 5 speed manual gearbox. In its Ameo diesel, there will also be tried and tested seven speed dual clutch automatic transmission. The model will be priced anywhere between Rs 6.3 to 8.3 lakh and may get rolled out in the market by September 2016.
The above are some of the notable cars to look for this year. Precise launch date, drives, reviews and more about these models are awaited.
Renault Kwid AMT
This is a small car which falls both under hatchback as well as SUV. This has whipped up the hunt for new cars in the Indian market. Aiming to widen its profile, Kwid has come up with an extra power 1.0 litre petro engine. Renault will not stop with it. There is also Easy-R AMT (Automated Manual Transmission) on this urban drive. This has clutchless transmission that will aid in driving in the congested traffic conditions of Indian roads.
This car has 1.0 litre petrol unit and has 67PS of peak power. The model precisely meets troubles with power as the 799cc motor in use gasps for more, particularly while pushing it around. There is no significant change with the interiors and exteriors of the car and the mechanical changes are nothing much too. This new model is also upgraded in terms of its safety. In addition to the anti-lock breaking system or ABS, there is a dual airbag as well. The model is likely to get released around Diwali time this year. Larger audience are expect to fall for this model. This may be sold for price around Rs 4 lakh.
