BMW launches most powerful M, the M6 Gran Coupé in India

The most powerful M, the all new M6 Gran Coupé made its Indian debut at event held at BMW India’s new opened state of the art training centre. The 4 door high performance sports Coupé was unveiled at the 2014 Auto Expo and is now sale across all dealerships in India.

The M6 is a head turner and will make you look at it million times. The car sports adaptive LED lights at the front, large air dams and the M-kidney grille with chrome double slats on which most powerful badge ‘M6’is placed. On the side the low roofline gives the car an aerodynamic silhouette profile and the large 20” M-light alloy wheels gives the car an imposing stance. The rear apron is crafted from CFRP which optimizes the under air-flow.

Another striking feature is the CFRP roof which reduces the weight by 25kgs compared to a conventional roof made of glass. Interiors are dominated by black leather and sports a M-Steering wheel with console inclined towards the driver.

The M6 Gran Coupé based on the 6 Series is a lot different machine under the hood. Powered by a 4.4-litre V8 M TwinPower Turbo 8-cylinder petrol engine, the car sprints from 0-100 in just 4.2 seconds and has a top speed of 250km/h (We are sure the speed is limited). The engine develops an enormous power of 560 hp (412 kw) and a impressive torque of 680 Nm with the help of two TwinScroll turbochargers with Valvetronic technology, Double-VANOS and High Precision Injection system.

The 7 speed M Double Clutch transmission makes sure there is no loss of power during shifts and Drivelogic ensures smooth drive in stop-and-go-traffic by using a Low Speed Assistance system coupled with a crawl function, Launch Control system and an auto P function. Paddle shifters on the steering wheel help to engage gears without lifting your foot from the accelerator and hands from the wheel. The M Drive buttons on the wheel help to select either a sporty or a comfortable drive via the pre-programmed configurations.

To keep the occupants safe, BMW has equipped the M6 Gran Coupé with a number of safety features such as: six air bags, Active M Differential which offers outstanding agility and enhanced traction, M Dynamic Damper Control with M Dynamic mode which automatically adjusts the chassis depending on the road conditions, M Compound Brakes which help you brake faster and drastically decreases the stopping distance and Active Protection which helps the car react to dangers faster and Attention Assist monitors driving behavior.

Launched as a CBU, the flagship of the M series of BMW cars, the M6 Gran Coupé combines both high performance and practicality and is priced at Rs. 17,540,000.

Bajaj Auto 'U' Car Concept - Auto Expo 2014

 

Bajaj Auto showcased the U-car concept at the ongoing Auto Expo 2014. This U car quadricycle concept managed to turn a lot of heads. The U car is the passenger version of the RE 60, which was showcased by Bajaj at the 2012 Auto Expo. Bajaj RE 60 has been spied testing many times and is believed to be launched soon . Once launched the RE 60 will compete with Tata Nano.

According to the company this quadricycle concept is lighter than the RE 60 which weighs at around 400 Kg. Bajaj U car concept is powered by a liquid-cooled, 4-valve, triple spark engine. Bajaj has equipped  the concept car with fuel injection as the standard equipment. This front wheel car is mated to an automatic transmission, which will ensure hassle free rides in the traffic, as the driver will not have to change gears at regular intervals.

 

The weight of the U Car concept is 300 kg and it runs on the Gasoline fuel. Seeing the constantly rising prices of petrol and diesel this gasoline powered concept from Bajaj can prove to be a good alternative for petrol engine vehicles. Bajaj has equipped the U Car concept with air conditioner , scissor doors and alloy wheels provides a distinctive appeal to the concept car. The U Car concept surely is a head turner and will attract many buyers once launched.

This U-car concept could prove to be a very good daily use vehicle or travel car for small families specially in metro cities  which are getting crowded day by day and where traffic jams are a common problem. This concept vehicle can revolutionize the automobile industry if launched at the right time with right pricing. The U-car can also prove to be a good option for two -wheelers due to its mini size. Bajaj’s U car is targeted at the end user segment, who want a small car for daily use with an upmarket feel.

 
With the launch of the U-Car, Bajaj has introduced its new U-brand of vehicles. The U brand of vehicles will consist of a range of personal mobility solutions.

Honda introduces Anniversary Edition Amaze in India

Honda introduced an anniversary edition variant of its mid-size sedan Amaze commemorating its first anniversary in India. Since its launch on April 11 last year, Honda has managed to sell 80,000 units of Amaze, which is a remarkable feet for Honda in India.

         The anniversary edition gets cosmetic changes in the form of spoilers, door visors and new upholstery. The car is available at a premium of Rs. 70,000+ over the VX and S variant’s price.

Features:
Front, Side, Trunk and Rear Spoiler
Exhaust Pipe Finisher
Door Visors
Woody Panel Dashboard
New Elegant Seat Covers

 The ‘Anniversary edition’ comes loaded with distinctive sporty features including front under-spoiler, side under-spoiler, rear under-spoiler, trunk-spoiler along with door visors and exhaust pipe finisher. The interiors of the car have been further enhanced with premium upholstery and contrasting wooden finish panel on the dashboard. These value additions have not only added to the overall appeal of the car, but also created a unique combination of stunning features and styling.

The car will also have an ‘Anniversary edition’ emblem to highlight the special edition and will be available in ‘VX’ and ‘S’ variants in both Petrol and Diesel.
Announcing the ‘Anniversary edition’, Mr. Jnaneswar Sen, Senior Vice President, Marketing & Sales, Honda Cars India Ltd said, “Honda Amaze has been a game changer in its segment and has enabled HCIL to reach out to so many new customers, bringing them into the Honda fold. We are delighted to introduce the new ‘Anniversary edition’ amongst customers to celebrate its success. It is Honda’s constant endeavor to provide freshness to our products and create excitement in the market. We are confident that the differentiated and youthful look of the car will have greater appeal to our customers.”

Powered by the revolutionary 1.5L i-DTEC diesel engine and 1.2L i-VTEC petrol engine, Honda Amaze is the strongly preferred family car in India. The Amaze is a perfect package which embodies the best of Honda’s technologies to deliver fun, agile and effortless driving, fuel-efficiency, spaciousness & safety. The car has received an overwhelming success ever since its launch in April last year selling more than 80,000 units across the country.

The ‘Anniversary edition’ of Honda Amaze will be available at a special price of Rs 71,861 over the price of the standard ‘VX’ and ‘S’ variants.

Mr. Jnaneswar Sen, Senior Vice President, Marketing & Sales, Honda Cars India Ltd said -
“Honda Amaze has been a game changer in its segment and has enabled HCIL to reach out to so many new customers, bringing them into the Honda fold. We are delighted to introduce the new ‘Anniversary edition’ amongst customers to celebrate its success. It is Honda’s constant endeavor to provide freshness to our products and create excitement in the market. We are confident that the differentiated and youthful look of the car will have greater appeal to our customers.”

Suzuki Alivio concept 2014

     Suzuki unveiled Alivio sedan concept at the Beijing Motor Show 2014. The Alivio concept was showed as Ciaz at New Delhi earlier this year at the Auto Expo.

       The Alivio/Ciaz concept is built on Suzuki’s new theme ‘Sporty and Noble’ which uses smooth curves with sharp character lines. The broad grill and multi function headlamp is the hallmark of the new theme.

        According to the sources, the Alivio concept when goes into production in China, will be powered by a 1.5L 4 cylinder petrol engine. The dimensions of the car are 4545mm long, 1730mm wide and 1475mm tall.

Toyota Etios Cross

 

The Toyota Etios Cross is nothing but a more ‘macho’ looking version of the Etios Liva and should appeal to those who have been looking for a rugged ‘five-door’ but have been staying away from SUV’s.  The Toyota Etios Cross is equipped with plastic body cladding, faux skid plats, new design alloy wheels and roof rails.

Powering the Toyota Etios Cross would be the same engines which power the Etios sedan and the Etios Liva hatch.

The Toyota Etios Cross is equipped with some additional bells n whistles such as :
    Height adjustable driver seat
    Leather wrapped steering
    Audio system with Bluetooth, USB and Aux-in
    Steering mounted audio controls
    OVRM’s with indicators.
    Rear window defogger
    Centrally mounted tachometer and speedometer unit with a digital clock.

Due to the addition of body cladding, skid plats and roof rails, the Etios Cross isn’t identical in exterior dimensions to regular Etios Liva. Length x Width x Height  now stands at 3895 mm X 1735 mm X 1555 mm, compared to 3775 mm x 1695 mm x 1510 mm for the regular variants. The wheel base, at 2460 mm, remains the same. The new design alloy wheels will come shod with 180/60 R15 spec tires.

TVS DRAKEN 2014

When TVS launched the Apache in 2007, it became an instant hit, replacing the Suzuki Fiero and starting a huge fan base. TVS upgraded the Apache from 150 to 160 and also brought out the 180 but further progress was halted. Everyone was expecting more powerful versions of the Apache to come, including a 200 and a 250. That did not happen and every Auto Expo has been disappointing for RTR fans as the company never showcased anything worth a second glance. At the 2014 Auto Expo, things were different, taking centre stage was the TVS Draken Concept.

The TVS Draken Concept (codenamed X21) points to the future direction of the Apache. TVS Motor’s press release clearly states “TVS Draken-X21 is also an indicator of what to expect from the next generation Apache RTRs in terms of form and emotion.” We all know about TVS’ tie-up with the big daddy of 2-wheelers, BMW Motorrad and the first product will be launched in 2015, likely to be a 500cc bike. TVS can’t rely solely on BMW and the Draken Concept is proof that the Hosur based manufacturer is working hard to re-kindle romance with Apache fans.

The TVS Apache 250 is likely to be launched in the next 18 months and will draw heavy inspiration from the Draken. It will be a naked bike, weighing less thanks to the use of an aluminium trellis frame. This chassis is sure to give the Apache RTR 250 stellar dynamics. The 250cc, single-cylinder, 4-valve liquid-cooled engine showcased on the Draken outputs an unbelievable 38.50 PS of power and 23 Nm of torque, expect the same to be tamed on the Apache 250 with around 30 horses on tap.

TVS will continue to target the urban youth with the Apache 250 and the design will evolve from the current Apache. The Draken gets some interesting bits like a full LED headlamp with DRLs, active matrix digital console, bar end mirrors, ABS, petal discs, 120 mm front tyre, 160 mm rear tyre, offset monoshock, reverse free flow exhaust, race ergonomics, etc. Expect some of these features to make it to the Apache 250, which is likely to be priced under Rs. 1.50 lakhs.