Volkswagen launches the Limited Edition Vento Konekt

Volkswagen has announced the launch of the limited edition Vento Konekt, which comes loaded with the latest in digital entertainment and connectivity. Available on Comfortline and Highline variants of the Vento, the Konekt package includes a Blaupunkt infotainment system, with GPS navigation and hands-free, Bluetooth-enabled telephony. Integrated into the centre console at the front, this high-end system features a high-resolution 7-inch TFT touchscreen colour display, the latest Igo-Navtech maps for navigation, USB connectivity and iPhone/iPod compatibility.

The Konekt package also includes a rear-seat entertainment system, which features an Android-powered Bluetooth-enabled 8-inch Blaupunkt tablet with 3G-compatibility, twin-SIM functionality and Wi-Fi capability. With its HD colour display, this tablets lets rear seat occupants enjoy 16 channels of live television, Internet radio, weather updates, live stock market feeds and more. This high-end tablet allows users to access social media apps like Facebook and Twitter, use Google Maps for navigation, make video calls with a 3G data connection and even find the nearest Volkswagen dealer/service centre.

Toyota Launches the “New Etios Xclusive” Limited Edition

Toyota announced the launch of its all new “Etios Xclusive” Limited Edition. As a part of Toyota’s commitment towards the changing needs of our customers, the Etios Xclusive Limited Edition is introduced. Only 900 exclusive units of the Etios Xclusive Limited Edition will be on sale.

The New Etios Xclusive comes with a host of special features like the new front full-chrome grille, new chrome garnish on the taillamp, headlamp and ORVM, increasing the luxurious quotient of the Etios. The Etios Xclusive also has a new Bluetooth Audio system and a limited edition- Xclusive- badge that will give you an exclusive ownership experience. The New Etios Xclusive is based on the G grade of the current lineup. The new vehicles are available in two existing colours – Classic Grey and Symphony Silver.

Conceived and designed for the Indian market, the Etios series has a strong base of more than two lakh happy customers in India. Also, for the first time in India, Toyota along with its financial arm- Toyota Financial Services, offers its Etios Xclusive customers an exclusive opportunity to avail a 100% on road funding for seven years on a zero down payment scheme. Etios customers can also avail free Smile Service Package for upto 50% discount on service related to value added services.

The new vehicles are available in both, petrol and diesel variant and will be priced at:-

Etios Xclusive Limited Edition (Petrol) – Rs. 6,04,875 (Goa Ex Showroom Price)

Etios Xclusive Limited Edition (Diesel) – Rs. 7,05,186 (Goa Ex Showroom Price)

Made in India Jaguar Land Rover launches XJ 2.0 at Rs 93.24 lakh

Jaguar Land Rover has launched the locally manufactured Jaguar XJ 2.0L in the Indian market. The luxury saloon is priced at Rs 93.24 lakh.

Tata Motors-owned company had successfully launched locally produced diesel-powered Jaguar XJ 3.0L earlier this year. And now comes the petrol-powered version.
The car is produced at the company’s plant based in Pune.
“We are excited to introduce the locally manufactured Jaguar with a 2.0L petrol engine, a first in its segment, at an attractive price point,” JLR India Vice President Rohit Suri said in a statement.

“The introduction of the all-new 2.0L petrol engine is keeping in mind our endeavour to broaden the appeal of this fabulous car to customers who are more inclined towards driving a car with a powerful petrol engine at its heart,” Suri said.

The new 2014 Jagyar XJ is equipped with an array of advanced comfort and convenience features for rear occupants including electrically adjustable rear seats with massage function in three intensity settings, increased rear headroom, rear seat entertainment with two 10.2 inches LCD screens, electric rear side window blinds, soft door close, 825 Watt Meridian Surround Audio System, LED reading lights in the rear and newly designed business tables in the rear.

2014 Suzuki Gixxer

Suzuki Gixxer’s engine and chassis have been developed by the engineers who designed the GSX-R series of motorcycles. The Gixxer is Suzuki’s new flagship 155 cc motorcycle which is positioned as a sporty motorcycle in the segment. The bike is built on a light and stiff frame. Suzuki has developed an all new engine for this bike utilizing SEP (Suzuki Eco Performance) technology. Suzuki ‘Gixxer’ motorcycle is a combination of style and performance.

 
The bike is powered by a 155 cc, single-cylinder, 4-stroke, air-cooled, SOHC engine. Suzuki engineers have developed an all new engine for this bike with cutting edge SEP(Suzuki Eco Performance) technology, which gives the bike an exceptional running performance with a broad low-end torque and dynamic mid-range power for stronger acceleration. The fuel tank capacity of the bike is 15 litres with a reserve capacity of 3.1 litres.

Suzuki has equipped this bike with telescopic suspension at the front and a monoshock suspension at the rear. On the braking front the Gixxer boast a single disc at the front and drum brake at the rear. The tyres are quite wide with the front unit being a 100/80/17 section and the rear being a 140/60/17. The bike gets a fully digital instrument cluster. The Suzuki Gixxer is built on a light and stiff frame due to which the bike offers sporty handling and comfortable ride.

ENGINE

• Engine Type    single-cylinder, 4-stroke, air-cooled, SOHC engine    Displacement    155cc
• No of cylinders    1    Max Power    13.8 BHP
• Max Torque    13.4 Nm    Bore x Stroke    N/A
• Compression Ratio    N/A    Ignition    Digital
• Fuelling    Carburetted    Start    Electric / Kick start

SUSPENSION

• Frame    N/A    Suspension Front    Telescopic Front Forks
• Suspension Gear    Monoshock 

      
BRAKES

• Front Brake    Disc    Rear Brake    Drum
• TRANSMISSION

TRANSMISSION TYPE    

• Manual    Gears    5

WHEELS

• Wheel type    Alloys    Tyre Front    100/80-17inches
• Tyre Rear    140/60-17inches       

New KTM RC390 to be launched in September 9 in India

The KTM RC390 officially launched at INR 2.05 lakhs

The KTM RC390, arguably the most anticipated motorcycle in recent times, has been launched in India at INR 2.05 lakhs (ex-showroom, New Delhi). The price is introductory.
Based on the Duke 390, the fully faired RC390 is propelled by the same belligerent 372.3 cc single-cylinder fuel injected engine which impresses with 42.9 bhp and 35 Nm of torque on tap. The gearbox is a 6-speed unit.

Just like the RC200, the RC390’s design is full of sharp edges. The LED DRLs, twin circular headlamps, exposed trellis frame painted in orange, mirror-mounted blinkers and split seats are the talking points.

The sportsbike is equipped with a top-spec WP suspension system and Metzeler tyres. Further complementing its handling characteristics are reduced rake angle and shorter wheelbase. The KTM RC390 weights just 166 kg, resulting in an excellent power-to-weight ratio of 258.31 bhp/tonne.

2015 Mercedes C 63 AMG revealed

This is the C 63 AMG Coupe rendered by RM.Design based on the current W205 C-Class sedan model and the AMG Sport body kit it offers as an optional feature. What's changed? Well, the roofline is sleeker, it has only two doors and it looks like it's on a diet of testosterone.

Bulging air intakes at the front, not only feed the car's ferocious appetite for air, but also increase its curb appeal. Large alloy wheels sit inside flared wheel arches and a diffuser tail is accompanied by a quad chrome exhaust system.

It's hard to say if this gray German silhouette is more beautiful than a BMW M4 at the moment, but Mercedes has never disappointed us with its designs. Thanks largely to the enlarged S 63 family of cars, the words "AMG Coupe" are pretty much synonymous with cool design. From LED taillights to jewel-like headlights, even the baby C-Class will have everything it needs to impress.

 
Power for this and all the other C 63 AMG models (sedan and estate) will come from the new M177 bespoke engine from Affalterbach. The 4-liter turbo V8 will be sold in two flavors, with the most recent reports claiming 476 PS for the base model and 510 PS offered on the more dynamic S-Model.

The M4's 3-liter twin-turbo packs only 431 PS and has been been criticized for its artificially enhanced exhaust sound that's delivered into the cabin though the speakers. We predict no such problems for the new C 63 AMG, as historically, Mercedes models have always sounded better than their competitors.