Santa Fe - Hyundai to Launch Its Brand New Santa Fe in Indian market

Hyundai is gearing up to launch its brand new SUV model- Santa Fe in the Indian market. Although the earlier two attempts, with Terracan and Tucson have failed, Hyundai is planning to launch the Santa Fe in its third attempt, around Diwali. The SUV segment is the second largest growing one in the passenger car sales.


Speaking on the purported launch, Arvind Saxena, director, marketing and sales said, "We will launch Sante Fe in October-November, ahead of the festive season. If volumes pick up, then we will consider assembling the vehicle here."

                                           Hyundai Santa Fe photo

At present a significant 18-20 percent of growth comes from premium SUVs. This 7 seater SUV will be powered by a 2.2L diesel engine. The new Hyundai Santa Fe model will be imported as a CBU and will be priced between Rs. 22-24 lakh.

The new Hyundai Santa Fe will compete with successful models like Honda CRV, Ford Endeavour, Chevrolet Captiva, Mitsubishi Outlander and upcoming Nissan Murano and Skoda Yeti. Hyundai has done exceptionally well in the small car segment but is yet to prove its mettle in the big car segment. The company is hopeful that the all new Santa Fe will place it in an all new growth trajectory.

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India's Best Selling Car 2011 - Tata Nano

Tata Nano, the small car from the Tatas, is projected to become India's second best selling car
next year, according to market research firm JD Power. According to a report by JD Power, Nano has been projected to become India's second best selling car next year.

By 2017, the top three models will be the Alto, Nano and Maruti Suzuki Wagon R, according to the report. Currently Alto is the highest selling car brand in the country, selling on an average of 25,000 units every month.

As per the report, the combined sales of mini and sub- compact vehicles would be 9,97,000 units in 2010, increasing to 3.14 million units by 2017. The size of the Indian domestic passenger car market stood at over 15 lakh units in 2009-10 and it is growing at a rate of about 30 % every month in this fiscal.

Tata Motors had launched the Nano, touted as the world's cheapest car, in 2009 and is currently delivering the first lot of one lakh cars to the customers. It produces the car from Sanand in Gujarat and the facility has an installed capacity to produce 2.5 lakh units annually.

JD Power also adds that the challenge for producers of low-cost cars in India will always be to keep production costs low, while meeting rising consumer aspirations. The government offers tax incentives to the small car buyers to promote fuel efficient mode of transportation. Cars that do not exceed four meters in length and are powered by 1200cc petrol or 1500cc diesel engines are levied 10 % excise duty compared to 22 % for other vehicles.

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Toyota Corolla Altis Diesel Car Price, Engine, Features, Specification

Toyota Corolla Altis Diesel Car Price,  Engine, Features, Specification - Upcoming Car in India 2010

Toyota Corolla Altis Diesel
Expected in Mid-2010
Estimated price: Rs 11-14 lakh
One of Toyota’s worldwide best selling Toyota Corolla entered the Indian car market more than half a decade ago. Sometime back, the Corolla got revamped to Corolla Altis. The Corolla Altis got a new front grille, hood, lights and a few more add-ons here and there, making it look more like the typical uncle’s car. Now, for diesel engine lovers

Engine:

Surprisingly, the Corolla Altis could use the 1.4 litre turbocharged diesel engine which rustles about 90-100bhp. The engine is torquey and Toyota claims it to be efficient.

Features:

The Corolla Altis diesel will have the same features like its petrol sibling be it exteriors, interiors or safety.

Competitors:

The Toyota Corolla Altis Diesel will compete with the Skoda Octavia, Skoda Laura, VW Jetta diesel variants. The less maintenance of Toyota could be vital here. With the Toyota known for its maintenance free cars, this could work in their favour.

Specification (Speculated)
Engine: 1.4 litre turbocharged
Power: 90-100bhp
Overall Length: 4540mm
Overall Width:1760mm
Overall Height:1480mm
Wheel Base: 2600mm
Ground Clearance: 176mm
Front Track :1530mm
Rear Track: 535mm
Boot Space: 475 litres

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Mahindra-Renault Sandero Car Price, Engine, Features, Specification

Mahindra-Renault Sandero Car Price,Engine,Features,Specification - Upcoming Car in India 2010

Mahindra-Renault Sandero
Expected in Late 2010
Estimated price: Rs 5 lakh
The Sandero is Renault’s next project for India after it launched the Logan, which is commonly sold in Europe as Dacia Logan. The Renault hatchback will feature petrol and diesel variants. The Sandero will compete with the current premium hatchbacks in the country.

Engine:

The Sandero will be available with a 1.5-litre dCI diesel engine, somewhat similar to the one available in the Logan. In case of petrol, the car should be powered by the 1.6-litre and 1.4 litre engines.

Features:

The Renault Sandero is built with the qualities of the Renault Clio and Logan. The feature will feature most of the features of a premium hatchback. Thisshould include safety features like airbags and other important features which are included in most of the premium hatchbacks.

Competitors:

The Renault Sandero will compete with the Maruti Suzuki Swift, Hyundai i20, Skoda Fabia, Fiat Grande Punto and the upcoming Volkswagen Polo. Now the question is how much the French company is capable of attracting large numbers.

Specification (Speculated):
Engine: 1.5-litre (Diesel); 1.6-litre (Petrol)
Length: 3474mm
Turning Circle:  5.25 mtrs.
Boot Space: 320.00 ltrs.
Front Suspension: MacPherson strut with wishbone arm
Rear Suspension: H-type torsion beam with programmed deflection and coil springs

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Nissan Murano Car Price, Engine, Features, Specification

Nissan Murano Car Price,Engine,features,Specification - Upcoming Car in India 2010

Nissan Murano
Expected in Mid 2010
Estimated price: Rs 35-40 lakh
The name ‘Murano’ originates from the region of Venice, Italy which is known for hand blown glass production. The Murano was nominated for the North American Truck of the Year award for 2003 and even named the best premium mid-size SUV by AutoPacific.

The Murano, when launched, will be one of the most unique crossover designs ever sold in India. The Murano has a powerful 3.5litre V6 engine that produces a potent 245bhp. The car is a front wheel drive (FWD) vehicle and is available with all wheel drive as an option. The  Murano is the largest vehicle to have a CVT (Continuously variable transmission).


Specification (Speculated)
Engine: 3.5l, 245hp V6
Transmission: CVT
Length: 4770mm
Width: 1880mm
Height: 1709mm

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Fiat Linea 1.6 Multijet Car Price, Features, Specification

Upcoming Car Fiat Linea 1.6 Multijet Car Price,features,Specification -

Fiat Linea 1.6 Multijet
Expected in Late 2010
Estimated price: Rs 11 lakh
The styling of the Fiat Linea is widely appreciated, however, its power-to-weight ratio has disappointed many. So, for the performance enthusiasts, the Fiat Linea will available with a 1.6-litre Multijet engine sometime next year.

The 1.6-litre multijet will probably feature a variable geometric turbocharger. This will boost the performance of the car and will help in generating more sales for Fiat India. The car will sport the same features that are currently present.


Specification (Speculated):
Engine Displacement: 1598cc
Overall Length: 4560mm
Overall Width: 1730 mm
Overall Height : 1487 mm
Wheelbase: 2603mm
Ground Clearance: 161mm

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Fiat Bravo Car Price,Specification - Upcoming Car in India

Fiat Bravo
Fiat Bravo Car Price,Specification
Expected in Mid-2010
Estimated price: Rs 18-25 lakh (estimated)
The Fiat Bravo is Fiat's new small family car that was introduced at the Geneva Motor Show in 2007. The car was designed by the Fiat style centre and Austrian automotive company Magna Steyr was involved in engineering most of the car’s body and fittings.

Once the Bravo is launched in India, it will the most expensive hatchback in the country. The idea behind launching this car is not to generate big sales numbers but rather to create a strong brand image with a high quality and truly world class product.

The Bravo in India will have a 1910cc, 16-valve turbocharged multijet engine. Developing an immense 150bhp@4000 rpm, the car will cover 0-100kph in about 9 seconds. The Bravo is a luxurious hatchback, with interiors to match.

Specification(Speculated):
Engine location: Front
Positioning: Transverse
Engine: 1910cc, turbocharged multijet engine
Max. Power: 150bhp @4000rpm
Length: 4020mm
Width: 1750mm
Height: 1420mm
Wheelbase: 2540mm

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Upcoming Cars in 2011 - Honda Accord Diesel car price,Features,specification

Upcoming Cars in india 2011
Honda Accord Diesel car price,Features,specification

                                                      Honda Accord Diesel photo
Expected in 2011
Estimated price: Rs 20-25 lakh
The present day diesel engines are quick, silent and efficient; they are giving the petrol engines a run for their money. After manufacturing only petrol engines for decades, Honda has produced its first diesel engine to boost its sales. Honda Siel will use this engine in its Accord to boost its sales and compete in the current Indian market.

Engine:

Honda has developed a common-rail diesel engine, its all four cylinder displacing a total of 2200 cubic centrimetres. The engine’s 134 horses pull the Accord and produce a maximum of 347Nm of torque.

Features:

The Honda Accord diesel looks no different from its petrol sibling. The only difference between the two is the powerplant running them. The car interiors, and the rest of the features remain unchanged.

Competitors:
Honda Accord’s main rivals include the Skoda Superb Diesel, the Mercedes C-Class, BMW 3-series and the VW Passat. Considering the current sales of Accord petrol, the diesel engine could trigger its sales further.
 

Specification:-
Displacement: 2200cc
Power: 134bhp
Torque: 347Nm
Overall Length : 4950mm
Overall Width :  1845 mm
Overall Height:  1475 mm
Seating Capacity:  5
No of Doors:  4 door
Gears/Speeds:  5 Gears
Minimum Turning Radius:   5.6 metres
Tyres:   215 / 60 R16 Tubeless

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