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Renault set to make a comeback with Duster, here’s all you need about upcoming mid-size SUV
After ruling the Indian car market for over 10 years with a mid-size SUV Duster, the leading French car has now decided to make give it a major makeover in the vehicle and launch it with a new avatar
After ruling the Indian car market for over 10 years with a mid-size SUV Duster, the leading French car has now decided to make give it a major makeover in the vehicle and launch it with a new avatar. Yes, you read it right. According to the reports, recently, Renault and Japanese car makers Nissan announced an alliance and decided to launch 6 new four-wheelers, including electric vehicles.
The report says that, As per their new strategy, the firm soon will be launching an updated version of Duster with some major changes. However, the company has not revealed any official information regarding the same. But, one can expect that the mid-size SUV will hit the market somewhere around mid-2024 or the start of 2025 with better build quality, advanced features and a good safety rating.
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Know everything about upcoming Renault Duster
The updated or next-generation Duster model will be based on the CMF-B modular platform, which means customers can expect a bigger version of the four-wheeler. Talking about the design, the upcoming SUV is likely to come with a new grille, paired with flared wheel arches, and more stylish revised bumpers among others.
When it comes to what changes the vehicle will get, there are high chances that the upcoming Duster will feature a new infotainment system, which will support android, auto and apple car play. Apart from this, advanced features like voice assist, electric tailgate, wireless charging, and inbuilt Alexa are also expected.
If rumors are to be believed, it is expected that the next-gen Renault Duster is likely to come with a seven-seater configuration.
Previously, the vehicle used to come with both petrol engine and diesel options. Later, the company limit the powertrain and allow it to have only a 1.3-liter turbo-petrol engine. The upcoming SUV likely to feature a mid-strong hybrid engine as same as Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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Hyundai i20 N Line Facelift launched: Checkout features here
The Hyundai i20 N line sporty hatch has been launched with a starting price of Rs 9.99 lakh for the base N6 manual variant going upto Rs 12.31 lakh for the top of the range N8 DCT version.
Hyundai Motor India has launched the i20 N Line facelift soon after the introduction of refreshed i20 in the market. The new refreshed Hyundai i20 N Line continues to be available in two variants- N8 and N6. The updated model of i20 N line comes with changes to the interior, added features, new transmission and mild cosmetic updates.
Hyundai i20 N line – Price
The Hyundai i20 N line sporty hatch has been launched with a starting price of Rs 9.99 lakh for the base N6 manual variant going upto Rs 12.31 lakh for the top of the range N8 DCT version. The Hyundai i20 N line does not have any direct rivals since the discontinuation of the Polo GT TSI. The Tata Altrozi turbo is a sort of rival, removing the sportier exhaust and suspension tuning.
Hyundai i20 N Line Facelift: Powertrain and New Gearbox
The sportier version of the Hyundai i20 facelifts most important update is the addition of the traditional 6 speed manual transmission. The model replaces the 6 speed iMT unit. The 7 Speed DCT option is still present, as are the sportier exhaust note coupled with rear disc brakes and sportier suspension marking it different from its regular counterpart. The i20N Line carries over the same 1 litre turbo petrol engine delivering 172 Nm and 120 Hp of peak torque. This is the only Hyundai model that comes with this powertrain.
Hyundai i20 N Line: Features, interior and design updates
Styling includes minor styling updates on its profile, red brake calipers, newly designed 16 inch alloy wheels, new front splitter, parametric front grille design and uniquely styled front bumper with red accents. At the rear there is a restyled bumper a spoiler, red accents, twin exhaust outlets and a restyled bumper with prominent diffuser. On the inside, the i20 N linegear k knob, leather wrapped steering wheel, metal finish pedals, red ambient lighting and mild red accents.
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Yamaha announces festive offers on FZ-S, RayZR and Fascino
RayZR 125 scooter and the Yamaha FZ-S motorcycle are being offered with cashback and low down payment offer in Mumbai.
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Yamaha Motor India has announced low down payment deals and attractive cashback on its Fascino F1 scooters 125cc RayZR Fi scooters and 150 CC FZ-S Fi version 4.0 motorcycle a day before India celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi on September 19. The finance schemes and offers however are limited to customers in Mumbai and Maharashtra. Yamaha is offering Rs 3000 cashback, a low rate of interest of 7.99% on finance and a low down payment starting from Rs 7,999 under its Ganesh Chaturthi offers.
RayZR 125 scooter and the Yamaha FZ-S motorcycle are being offered with cashback and low down payment offer in Mumbai. The FZ-S is also carrying the offer in the rest of Maharashtra, however the Fascino 125 is included in the offer not for Mumbai but rest of Maharashtra. Similarly RayZR buyers are valid not in rest of Maharashtra but in Mumbai only.
The FZ-S Fi Version 4.0 gets an updated design with its LED headlamp unit. The indicators and the tail lamps are also LED for the latest version of the motorcycle. It also gets alloy wheels coloured in blue colour scheme. Other highlights of the FZ-S Fi include fuel injected petrol engine which produces 12.2 HP and 13.3 NM of torque, single cylinder, 2-valve and 149cc SOHC. It also gets Yamaha’s monocross suspension traction control system. The FZS has an average ex showroom price of Rs1,30,139 in Maharashtra.
Yamaha RayZR Fi price:
The RayZR Fi is one of the newer scooters that Yamaha launched in 2023. It gets a sporty and tough design, fully digital instrument cluster, optical front disc brake and LED headlamps. Its 125 cc aircooled mild hybrid engine produces 8HP and 10.3NM of torque. Prices start from Rs 86,089 ex showroom in Maharashtra.
Yamaha Fascino Fi 125:
The Fascino gets modern retro styling and the same 125cc engine as the Ray ZR. The Fascino also offers mild hybrid functionality and has an average ex showroom price of Rs 81,723 in Maharashtra.
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2023 Jeep Compass 4X2 launched: Checkout features here
The new Jeep Meridian Overland Edition SUV has been unveiled by the company with new alloy wheels, new upholstery inside, body coloured bumpers, grille pattern. Prices for the new Jeep Meridian will be announced later.
Jeep India has launched the 2023 Compass in a 4X2 variant. The 2023 Jeep Compass range starts from Rs 20.49 lakh. The automatic range starts from Rs 23.99 lakh. The entry level Jeep Compass price has been reduced by Rs 1 lakh. Bookings for 2023 Jeep Compass 2WD are now open at authorized dealerships across the countries.
The new Jeep Meridian Overland Edition SUV has been unveiled by the company with new alloy wheels, new upholstery inside, body coloured bumpers, grille pattern. Prices for the new Jeep Meridian will be announced later.
2023 Jeep Compass 4X2: Exterior
The 2023 Jeep Compass is equipped with LED Projector headlamps, LED Fog Lamps, LED tail lamps as standard, front LED reflector headlamps, glossy black 18 inch alloy wheels, glossy black grille. The 2023 Jeep Compass Black shark edition gets body-colour, lower cladding, painted roof , black shark badging on fenders, unioque ignite headlights.
2023 Jeep Compass 4X2: Interior
The Jeep Compass 4X2 is equipped with wireless charging pad, panoramic sunroof, TFT gauge cluster, 10.25 inch frameless fully coloured digital TFT gauge cluster, Android auto connectivity and wireless apple car play.
Engine specifications:
Jeep Compass 4X2 is powered by a 2 litre direct injection turbochrged in line four cylinder engine. It produces 350 NM of torque and 170 horse power. The engine is mated to a six speed manual transmission and a nine speed automatic transmission. The engine stop start technology comes standard on all trims. The car can accelerate from 0 to 100kmph in 9.8 seconds.
Safety Features:
The safety suit of 2023 Jeep Compass 4X2 includes rain brake assist is standard in all trims, rear seat reminder alert, all speed traction control, Hill start assist, Advanced brake assist, for channel electronic stability control, Electronic brake force distribution and four chnnel anti lock braking system.
