Saturday, October 31, 2009

Premier Launched New SUV Rio | Priced at Rs. 5.25 to 6 Lakhs | Premier Rio Photos, Picture, Images

Premier Aut Limited (PAL) re-enterd the market with the launch of compact SUV "Rio" in India on 28th October, 2009. Premier Rio launched wit a very attractive price of Rs. 5.35 lakhs for entry model and Rs. 5.95 lakhs for top end model and compete with Maruti Gypsy and Mahindra Scorpio.

The Rio is powered by a 1489cc turbodiesel engine by Puegeot’s TUD5 technology producing a maximum power of 64bhp@4000rpm and 152Nm@2250-3000rpm with Bharat Stage III norms and milaege of 16 KPL. The colour variants will be red, white, silver, black and blue.

Premier Rio Price:

Rs 5.25 lakh for the base version without air-conditioning and power steering.
Rs 5.50 lakh for the mid-version with A/C and power steering.
Rs 5.95 lakh for the top of the line model with alloy wheels, roofrails and ABS with EBD




















Premier Launched New SUV Rio | Priced at Rs. 5.25 to 6 Lakhs | Premier Rio Photos, Picture, Images

Premier Aut Limited (PAL) re-enterd the market with the launch of compact SUV "Rio" in India on 28th October, 2009. Premier Rio launched wit a very attractive price of Rs. 5.35 lakhs for entry model and Rs. 5.95 lakhs for top end model and compete with Maruti Gypsy and Mahindra Scorpio.

The Rio is powered by a 1489cc turbodiesel engine by Puegeot’s TUD5 technology producing a maximum power of 64bhp@4000rpm and 152Nm@2250-3000rpm with Bharat Stage III norms and milaege of 16 KPL. The colour variants will be red, white, silver, black and blue.

Premier Rio Price:

Rs 5.25 lakh for the base version without air-conditioning and power steering.
Rs 5.50 lakh for the mid-version with A/C and power steering.
Rs 5.95 lakh for the top of the line model with alloy wheels, roofrails and ABS with EBD




















Thursday, October 29, 2009

TVS Flame SR 125

TVS Motor Company announced the availability of its 2009 Flame model in the market under the brand TVS Flame SR 125. The new commuter motorcycle is loaded with a host of exciting features that has been further enhanced to delight its customers.

According to H S Goindi, President Marketing - TVS Motor Company, "The TVS Flame SR125 comes with significantly enhanced low and mid range power delivery and better noise, vibration and handling (NVH) characteristics. The revolutionary Controlled Combustion Variable Timing Intelligent (CC-VTi) technology provides an advantageous combination of power and mileage backed by stunning looks."

TVS Flame SR 125TVS Flame SR 125's well proven engine is propelled by a three valve, CC-VTi technology which ensures better pickup with optimum mileage and power. Developed with AVL Austria, this 125 cc, three valve engine is tuned to the ideal tumble-swirl port combination such that city riding on this machine is really smooth and comfortable. The engine's hi-tumble reduces the need for constant gear shifting while the swirl port returns optimum mileage. The TVS Flame SR 125 is equipped with an electric start, weighs about 123 kgs and fires a single spark plug. The bike has a top speed at 95 kmph and churns out 10.5 bhp @ 7500 rpm.

"One of the visible changes in the TVS Flame SR125 is the wider rear tyre. It is a category first. This impressive rear tyre, which has been a clamor by our customers, ensures better road grip and enhances the bike's looks. Futuristic styling with refreshing new graphics deployed in this motorcycle gives it best-in-class appeal." Goindi adds.

TVS FLAME SR 125 boasts of several style statements including stylish headlamps with two position lamps and embedded turn signal lamps which give the bike a sporty finish. The 240 mm front disc brakes are complemented with a chic triangular exhaust that is not only unique but also enhances performance and delivers the smoothest of sounds and low emissions. The bike flaunts an elegant backlit digital console that prominently displays the first of its kind intelligent mileage indicator (IMI), low fuel warning and service indicator. The rear end of the bike sports a dual lens tail lamp that is first in its class. TVS Flame SR 125 is the only Indian motorcycle to be equipped with a gadget boot which provides the facility of on-tank storage.

"The disc brake version is priced at 47,550/- ex-showroom comes in dual tone colours of red and blue along with an all black edition and is available at all TVS dealerships across the country. However, for those not wanting in the disc brake, the bike is also available with drum brakes." Goindi said.

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Maruti to Relaunch Grand Vitara SUV with Powerful Engine

Maruti Suzuki is planning to re-launch its high-end Maruti Grand Vitara SUV with a more powerful 2400 cc engine in order to create an impact in the sports utility vehicle (SUV) market.

Maruti Grand Vitara SUVThe Maruti Grand Vitara is expected to be priced higher than the existing model worth Rs 14 lakh well-known as GV 2.4 in India, is pitted against Chevrolet Captiva, Hyundai Tucson, Ford Endeavour, Mitsubishi Pajero and Outlander, as well as the yet-to-be launched Skoda Yeti and Toyota Fortuner.

The new SUV will be launched next month, says a person familiar with developments at Maruti, while the company spokesman did not comment on the launch.

The third generation 5-seater Maruti Grand Vitara sales drop down to 270 vehicles in this year against the 795 units in the previous year. Every year more than 25k SUVs whose price is over Rs 10 lakh are sold in India.

The new Grand Vitara on top of the bigger engine will also have small changes in the design of exteriors as well as interiors than the older version.

Once upon a time, Maruti was a major player in the domestic SUV segment due to its Maruti Gypsy in the entry-level.

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