Renault launched the Captur compact SUV in India last year and while it is still not a common sight on Indian roads, the French automotive giant is looking to press forward with its Hyundai Creta rival. As per a report by NDTV Auto, Renault is all set to launch an automatic version of the petrol-powered Captur in India early next year. The gearbox will a CVT affair and is the same one offered with the petrol Duster in India. The Captur was launched in India in December 2017 at an introductory price of Rs 9.99 lakhs ex-showroom (Delhi). The over 4-metre long crossover SUV bought with a host features including a contemporary European design with curves at all the right places to help enhance its style quotient, a good amount of chrome and skid plates on both ends to give it a rugged look. Other features include LED headlamps and fog lamps, snazzy crystal cut 17-inch alloy wheels along with dual-tone black and white interiors with gold and white inserts present in higher specced variants. … [Read more...] about Renault Captur Automatic SUV: Launch timeline unmasked
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Jeep Compass Trailhawk delayed in India, to be launched by early 2019
The Jeep Compass Trailhawk was said to arrive in India by July this year. Now, citing dealer sources, a report from Autocar India says that Jeep has postponed the launch, and sales will commence only at the end of 2018 or in early 2019.The report says that Jeep is working on upgrading its engines to make them BSVI-compliant, and a possibility is that this is the reason behind the postponement of the Compass Trailhawk’s launch. Dealers were given a preview of the off-road-focused variant in March this year.Internationally, the Trailhawk variant is available with a petrol engine, but here, the plan is to offer only the diesel engine of the standard variant. It’s the 2.0-litre MultiJet II unit that produces 173 PS and 350 Nm of torque. However, the Trailhawk variant will offer more convenience with a 9-speed automatic transmission and higher off-roading capabilities with its Jeep Active Drive Low 4x4 system with a 20:1 crawl ratio and low range.In addition to an exclusive 4x4 … [Read more...] about Jeep Compass Trailhawk delayed in India, to be launched by early 2019
Ford EcoSport Titanium S will be launched in May
A report from Autocar India says that the market launch of the sporty Ford EcoSport Titanium S will follow in May. The Ford EcoSport Titanium S is distinguished by features like a darkened front grille and front skid plate, black headlamp bezels, gunmetal finish 17-inch exclusive alloy wheels, black roof, black roof rails and black rear spoiler. Interior changes include orange grab bar, orange accents on the centre console and door panels, seat covers with orange inserts, power moonroof, chrome rings around the speedometer and tachometer and a bigger, 4.2-inch MID. The SYNC3 infotainment system could feature satellite navigation as well. The Ford EcoSport Titanium S will feature a 6-speed manual transmission, unavailable on any of the configurations currently on sale. According to the report, the new 6-speed manual transmission will eventually replace the 5-speed manual transmission across the range. Also Read: Ford Freestyle launch postponed to April 26 The Ford EcoSport … [Read more...] about Ford EcoSport Titanium S will be launched in May
Land Rover Range Rover Evoque convertible launched in India at Rs 69.53lakh
After teasing the car at motor shows and on its website, Land Rover India has finally launched the Evoque Convertible. The idea of a convertible or an open-top SUV isn't alien - think Wrangler or the recently defunct Land Rovers from Dheradun. But the handsome Evoque with one of the largest fabric hats in the world, is certainly quite exclusive. The price for this exclusivity starts at Rs 69.53 lakh, slotting the Evoque Convertible between its 5-door sibling and the recently launched Range Rover Velar. The Evoque Convertible made available in India is powered by the familiar 2.0 four-cylinder petrol engine that is good for 240PS of power and 340Nm of torque. The slick nine-sped transmission that we love on the new Land Rovers does duty in here too and feeds the power and torque to a four-wheel drivetrain. The Evoque model line does have a fair bit of off-road capability, and the convertible variant too gets the acclaimed Terrain Response System to tackle varied landscapes. It also gets … [Read more...] about Land Rover Range Rover Evoque convertible launched in India at Rs 69.53lakh
Lexus LS 500h launched in India at Rs 1.77 crore
Lexus introduced the all-new LS luxury sedan at the 2017 Detroit Motor Show last January. Exactly a year later, their flagship limousine has made its way to the Indian shores. At an event held in New Delhi, Lexus launched the LS 500h in the Indian market with prices starting at Rs 1.77 crore and going up to Rs 1.93 crore (both prices ex-showroom).Hybrid powertrains are literally becoming a norm for Lexus in India and the LS 500h is the flag bearer for the carmaker's hybrid initiative. The LS 500h employs hybrid system comprising of a 3.5l V6 petrol engine mated to two electric motors for a combined system output of 355PS. Lexus claims a 0-100kmph sprint time of 5.4s. The drive train gets its battery power from a lightweight lithium-ion pack that uses a new space-saving satellite construction design.The Lexus LS 500h will rival the likes of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, the BMW 7 Series, the Jaguar XJ L and the upcoming Audi A8 L. The 500h measures 5.2m in length and has a wheelbase of … [Read more...] about Lexus LS 500h launched in India at Rs 1.77 crore