Friday, February 8, 2008

Small cars expected to launch in India in 2008

MARUTHI SUZUKI SPLASH
Rs 4 lakh (approx)

specifictions:1-litre,60 bhp,3-cylinder petrol;1.2-litre,85 bhp,4-cylinder petrol;1.3-litre,75 bhp,4-cylinder diesel

USP :Replacement of the wagon-R,High seating,feeling of space and flexibility with all the features of higher-end cars.

To compete with:

Hyundai Getz, Mahindra-Renault Logan, Ford Ikon and Suzuki Swift.


TATA NANO
Rs 1 lakh(approx)

specifications: The nano will have a top speed of about 82mph and 0-60mph acceleration in 25 seconds. The Nano's twin-cylinder, 624cc, 32.5bhp engine is far more advanced than the Maruti's old Suzuki unit, however, and at a claimed 57mpg offers better overall fuel consumption than the Maruti's 42mpg.


SUZUKI A-STAR
Rs 3 lakh(approx)

Specifications: 1 litre all aluminium engine,60 bhp

USP : Maruti's new small car is developed for India by Indians.Will be stylish,fuel-efficient and environment friendly with contemporary features.

To compete with: Hyundai santro and i10

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