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Yearender 2021: From Tata Punch to Renault Kiger, here’s list of top launches this year
The auto industry has witnessed a lot of ups and downs in the last two years due to the global covid-19 the pandemic outbreak and chip shortage. Despite these problems, the leading car manufacturer in India has given superb launches in the segments like micro SUVs, SUVs, hatchbacks, sedans, and MPV’s.
The auto industry has witnessed a lot of ups and downs in the last two years due to the global covid-19 the pandemic outbreak and chip shortage. Despite these problems, the leading car manufacturer in India has given superb launches in the segments like micro SUVs, SUVs, hatchbacks, sedans, and MPV’s.
Here is a list of top car launches that have garnered massive applauds from the people in 2021.
Tata Punch
Tata’s one of the interesting and budget-friendly vehicles, micro SUV Punch, that definitely doesn’t look so micro. The company has launched the car in October, this year.
The Tata Punch has become the company’s hot-selling product in no time, all credit goes to its 5 stars global NCAP rating and aggressive design. The company claimed that they have received more bookings for the Punch as compared to the company’s other vehicle.
The Tata has launched the car at the starting price of Rs 5.49 lakh (ex-showroom) and it goes up to Rs 9.09 for the top variant. At this price range, customers get a power window, 366 litres of boot space, LED with day running lights, LED tail lamps, and projector headlights.
The Tata Punch comes with a 1.2-liter revotron petrol engine in both automatic and manual transmission.
Mahindra XUV 700
This year, Mahindra has launched one of its superb feature-loaded vehicles XUV700 at the shocking price range that starts from Rs 12.49 lakh and goes 22.89 lakh (ex-showroom) for the top variant.
At this price range, Mahindra offered world-class features in its flagship suvs such as hill assist, 10.25-inch displays (touchscreen and digital instrument cluster), 6-speaker sound system with sound moods and whatnot.
The customers get a choice of engines between petrol and diesel engines. It comes with a 2.0-liter mStallion turbo petrol and 2.2-litre mHawk diesel. Both engines are available in manual and automatic transmission options.
Renault Kiger
The Renault India has launched its mid-size compact SUV Kiger at the starting price of Rs 7.37 lakh (ex-showroom) this year. Despite having great competition in the segment, the car managed to achieve good success and gave tough competition to its rivals such as Tata Punch and Nissan Magnate.
The Kiger comes with a 1.0-liter naturally aspirated petrol engine that generates 72 horsepower and 96Nm of torque. The company also introduced the 1.0-liter, turbo-petrol engine that generates making 100hp and 160Nm.
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Mercedes-Benz A 45 S AMG
There are only a few cars in the market that can match the level of Mercedes-AMG A 45 S 4MATIC+. The company has launched this beast at the starting price of Rs 79.50 lakh (ex-showroom). This beauty comes with 2.0-litre four-cylinder, that generates 415 bhp and 500 Nm of peak torque. The company also claimed that the car can go 0-100 kmph in just 3.9 seconds.
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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.
