Tuesday, April 8, 2014
Vespa VX 125 Launched at RS 71 380
Vespa VX 125 launched in India at the price of RS 71,380 (Ex-showroom Delhi). Vespa made its come back to India last year with the launch of LX 125. Retro styling and brand image gave lots of initial numbers for the LX 125. But after the initial number the sales started to fall. Vespa positioned the LX 125 as a premium product. But missed out lots of crucial features.
Now Vespa launched the VX 125 with additional features such as 200mm front disc brake and MRF Zapper tires. Now Vespa offers two new colors Vibrant Rosa and Metallic green. Design remains to be the same. Vespa has also given a wider pillion grab rail and beige seats with the two new colors. Vespa VX 125 is powered by the same 125cc single cylinder which produce 10 PS of power and 10.6 Nm of torque. This engine is mated to a CVT Transmission. Vespa expect the new features will help the company to improve the sales figure.
PIC CREDIT : Vespa India
Thursday, March 27, 2014
Toyota launched facelifted Etios and Etios Liva

The new Etios and Etios Liva has been designed to give it a bold and trendy appearance. The facelifted sedan and hatchback also got some cosmetic changes both in the interior and the exterior.The interior now has USB connectivity, AUX-in as well as remote control function and and a 2-din music system with Bluetooth. Both the Etios and the Liva are being offered in a new shade named ‘Classic Grey’. The driver’s seat gets height adjustment while the centrally mounted instrument panel has been fitted with a blue backlight. The exterior of both cars also got some changes with refreshed grille that has been given a chrome finish. The OVRMs now get integrated indicators and the rear lights has also been redesigned.
The engine line up is the same as earlier. The Liva TRD Sportivo will be powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine which produces 90bhp. Regular line up 1.2-litre petrol engine produces 80bhp and 104Nm of torque and the 1.4-litre diesel engine produces 68bhp and 170Nm of torque. Both mills have been mated to a five-speed manual gearbox.
“As a part of our product lifecycle and with the aim to bring newness to the lineup we are launching the new Etios and Etios Liva. We have incorporated customer feedback and are looking forward to delight more customers with new vehicles. We welcome all to experience and enjoy the new vehicles.” said Mr. Sandeep Singh, Deputy Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer of Toyota India.
Prices of facelifted Etios (ex-showroom Delhi)
Etios diesel (variant and price)
VDSP Rs 8, 15,852
VD Rs 7, 76,753
GDSP Rs 7, 55,151
GD Rs 7, 07,243
JD Rs 6, 70,743
Etios petrol (variant and price)
VSP Rs 7, 08,679
V Rs 6, 69,579
G SP Rs 6, 47,971
G Rs 5, 99,900
J Rs 5, 45,390
Prices for the facelifted Etios Liva (ex-showroom Delhi)
Liva petrol (variant and price)
VSP Rs 5, 99,456
V Rs 5, 60,356
G SP Rs 5, 38,559
G Rs 4, 89,849
J Rs 4, 46,276
TRD Sportivo Rs 6, 13,559
Liva diesel (variant and price)
GDSP Rs 6, 38,390
GD Rs 5, 99,900
JD Rs 5, 72,119
Thursday, March 20, 2014
Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Stingray Launched at RS 4 09 Lakhs
Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Stingray launched in India at RS 4.09 Lakhs. Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Stingray is the latest addition to the Wagon R family to enhance the appeal among customers. Wagon R has always managed good numbers and the stingray is targeted at younger buyers who are looking for something sportier than the regular hatchback.
Maruti Suzuki Wagon R stingray get new chrome finished front grill and bumpers. The head lamp and hood design are also new. To increase the sporty appeal Maruti has given skirts. On the side, Wagon R stingray get 14 inch alloy wheels and the B-Pillar is blackened. At the rear, Maruti has given clear lens tail lamps and integrated spoiler at the rear.
Maruti Suzuki has given the same interior for the stingray from the regular wagon R. The dashboard is finished in black color and the center console in Piano black finish. To help the driver, Maruti has given distance to empty and real time mileage indicator in the instrument console. Maruti has packed the Wagon R stingray with features like Multi-functioning steering wheel, Electronically adjustable rear view mirrors, New audio system, 60:40 split rear seats and projector headlamps.
For safety Maruti Suzuki Wagon R stingray comes with airbag and ABS. Maruti Suzuki has launched the stingray in three variants namely LXI, VXI and VXI optional pack. Maruti Suzuki Wagon R stingray is available in 5 colors they are red, Grey, White, silver and blue. Maruti Suzuki Wagon R stingray is powered by the same 1.0 K series engine which produces 68 PS of power and 90 Nm of torque. This engine is mated to 5 speed manual gearbox. Maruti Suzuki Wagon R stingray returns 20.51 Kmpl.
Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Stingray Prices ( All prices are Ex-showroom Delhi)
Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Stingray LXI – RS 4.09 Lakhs
Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Stingray VXI – RS 4.38 Lakhs
Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Stingray VXI (O) – RS 4.67 Lakhs