HONDA AMAZE

MILAGE
The petrol versions of the Honda Amaze can run at a mileage of 18.0kmpl for the manual transmission versions and 15.5kmpl for the automatic transmission versions.The diesel engine manual transmission variants bring out an amazing mileage of 25.8kmpl which is exceptionally impressive.

ACCELERATION
The 1.2-litre capacity i-VTEC engine in Honda Amaze petrol variants offers a top speed of 165kmph and the pick up of the vehicle is equally competitive at 100kmph from standstill time as a mere 13.3 seconds.

EXTERIOR
The detailing on the front bonnet and front fender depict an aerodynamic appeal thought the Honda Amaze is not specifically a sports vehicle. The front fascia also depicts a large air intake grill under the headlamp cluster and the front grill. The air intake vents seem really futuristic with well designed and rendered strokes. The front grill offers an innovative appeal much was though reminiscent of the Honda Brio, it still has its unique features such as a dual chrome lining between the front grill. These two chrome lining are further embellished with the Honda logo.The air intake grills are large and extend to more or less the entire front bumper.The number plate is situated in the front bumper location. The front bonnet and has detailing which form a symmetric design which extends over the edges of the front grill and ends at the number plate on the front bumper.The front headlamp cluster is situated at the front corners. The headlamps are prominent and are embossed in the design. The front bumper has a subtle design border over it which extends over the entire design extending through the side wheel arches. The side profile of the vehicle is remarkably well sculpted. The side profile has well rendered detailing on the doors which offer an aerodynamic design. The wheel arches in the side are a slightly straight line structure. The side wheel arches of Honda Amaze tried to avoid the usual bulky curvy designs which other vehicles in the same segment as the Honda Amaze are slightly inclined to. The side profile of Honda Amaze offers a simple rear boot extended slightly more rather than its contemporary vehicles in the segment which has a rather massive boot. The windows of the Honda Amaze in the side profile has a well structured design with a very pleasingly designed size and dimensions. The detailing on the doors are distributed as an abstract art with a rendering line extending from the wheel arch extending to the rear seat row door.The other render starts from the bottom end of the front door in a two parts with one of them extending towards the rear wheel arch. The rear wheel arch of the vehicle is perfectly designed with a simple damp structure that does not specifically seem protruding or inward in anyway. Just the right amount of elements in the right spaces and in the right way. Honda Amaze has a beautiful rear fascia design. The tail lamps are well designed with the boot extending from the side profile edges to the boot door. The renderings in the rear fascia are also impressive.

Exterior Measurement
The overall length of any variant of Honda Amaze is 3990mm which is clearly millimetres away from the 4 meter vehicle class offering a compact design feature. The overall width of the vehicle is a sufficient 1680mm which implies a comfortable spacing inside the vehicle for the passengers so that the luxury features of a sedan class can be experienced in the Honda Amaze with ease. The overall height of the vehicle is an astonishing 1505mm. The wheelbase of the vehicle is distributed to be enough between the maximum length of the vehicle and the tight internal comforts of the passengers. The wheel base being measured at 2405mm is a perfect solution to offer spacious interiors without compromising with the exterior design statement . The ground clearance also remains same in both the petrol as well as diesel variants at 165mm.

INTERIOR
Honda Amaze are offered in a dual toned design with black and beige colour .The front dash is kept minimalist for the co driver and the audio system and air conditioning systems are placed strategically in the middle and offer enough control to the driver.The speakers are placed in places where the sound can penetrate with ease. The seating arrangement is suitable for five passengers where the rear seat can be rearranged to form an armrest and cup holder.
Interior Comfort
The vehicle is equipped with enough thigh support to allow passengers to have a comfortable ride. The Honda Amaze also has a really spacious and generous knee room arguably best in class and the head room which should be sufficient for any average passenger. The adjustable steering wheel can be tilted based on the drivers position helping in offering a comfortable ride .

ENGINE
The transmission of the vehicle is also divided into two categories, manual and automatic, all of which ultimately create a ten variant range for the Honda Amaze and all of them perform equally well given the resources they are equipped with. Honda Amaze has a 1.2-litre capacity for the 4-cylinder, SOHC, i-VTEC petrol engine while the 4-cylinder, DOHC, i-DTEC engine is offered with a 1.5-litre capacity.The displacement of the engines is comparitively more in the diesel variants at 1498cc while the petrol variants measure at 1198cc. The power delivered by the engines is also adequate with petrol engine bringing out a power of 86.7bhp at 6000rpm and the same for the diesel variant is an impressive 98.6bhp at 3600rpm. The Honda Amaze is also capable of offering a promising torque with 109Nm at 4500rpm for the petrol variants and 200Nm at 1750rpm for the diesel variants.

STEREO
Honda Amaze comes with a power adjustable ORVM, audio controls mounted on the steering wheel for a concentrated and comfortable ride. The ECO lamp, USB and AUX-in , advance audio system.

BRAKING AND HANDLING
The front section of the Honda Amaze comes with disc brakes while the rear section is equipped with drum brakes .Though the vehicle comes with a 165mm ground clearance it turns up useless if the vehicle fails to offer the level of safety required. Honda Amaze comes with McPherson Strut suspension in the front and torsion beam suspension in the rear. This is a perfect pack for offering a smooth drive. The vehicle comes with ABS, EBD, engine immobiliser, fog lamps, keyless entry system and the central locking all of which are distributed in several models.The high end VX version however comes with front dual SRS airbags which offer a really promising safety provision for the vehicle.


MERITS
Beautifully designed, economical, best in class mileage, elegant interiors
DEMERITS
Base petrol variants lack the basic safety features such as ABS, EBD and airbags. 

Honda Amaze Price Rs 5.04 - 7.75 ^* lakh

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RENAULT DUSTER

MILEGE
The 1.5-litre dCi deisel engine of the Duster is tuned to two different states putting out two different power outputs (83.8bhp and 108.5bhp). Renault Duster is capable to deliver 20.46kmpl for mileage for the 83.8bhp diesel engine and 19.01kmpl for the 108.5bhp powertrain. As it is apparent that the petrol variants of any car model offer a lesser mileage in comparison to the diesel ones; Duster’s case is no different as the petrol powered variants of Renault Duster offers a mileage of 13.24kmpl.

EXTERIOR
Despite its compact dimensions, the SUV looks massive as it adorns big wheel arches, roof rails, chrome wide grille, the skid plate, antenna, high ground clearance and the big wheels. The rugged exteriors of Duster are marked by three slat grille which ingrains a big Renault emblem at the center. The off-roader like plastic cladding all around has been added to protect the vehicle’s body as well as to add its sporty appeal. Renault Duster's large horizontal grille is wedged between a pair of double optics headlamps. A sleek body color bumper in the front gives way to black plastic cladding, which houses round fog lamps on either side. A nudge bar holds the number plate in its centre. The bonnet is all flat with no curves, however some character lines are visible. Tinted large windshield gives way to the high roof. The roof antenna is an example of aerodynamic design and helps reduce wind noise and turbulence. The side profile is the most interesting one with lot of contours. The belt-line is very sharp. Body color door handles, wing mirrors and fuel lid can be seen. The two windows are followed by a quarter glass though no third row is present inside. The most noticeable part is the wheel arches, which are very prominently seamed. Under the large wheel arches are the large 16 inch alloy wheels. The rear side is marked by a curvy boot lid, skid plate, vertically placed tail lamps with D-Shaped curve alongside, high mount stop lamp, hexagonal windshield (having six sides) with a rear viper, Renault badge and reflectors. The boot lip opener has a Duster written plate over it. Just below it, is the number plate. The rear bumper is also not very wide but is painted in body color.

Exterior Measurements
Renault Duster length exceeds 4 meters and thus could distance itself from the sub 4 meters contenders, who does not have to pay heavy excise duty. The overall length of this SUV is 4.315 meters, just shorter than its big brother Renault Koleos, and a width of 1.822 meters. Considering its size and high ground clearance of 205 mm, it looks an utter off-roader. The height of this SUV is 1695 mm. The total kerb weight of Duster is 1235 kg with a wheelbase of 2673 mm.

INTERIOR
The Duster has a seating capacity of only 5 passengers. All black-theme in the interiors take away the luxury quotient but renders a sporty look . The 3-spoke steering, which bears Renault’s logo, is electrically powered but can be a bit too heavy on turns. The dash is quite curvy and looks sporty.The AC vents on shiny brown central console and either sides of dashboard can be closed completely .The rear seat passengers can have individual AC vents outlined with shiny brown color for their comfort. The instrument console has large dials akin to SUV and is illuminated in red. A lot of interior equipments looks like borrowed from Logan. The same semi hooded instrument cluster cover with its chrome polished dials with a digital display in the center, all comes from Logan. The gear lever is a bit stubborn like the steering. The glove box provided in the Duster is large. Renault Duster’s flat seats provides better under-thigh and back support. The material used on the door sills is decent if not up-market. The music system is integrated well in the central console and looks modish with its Bluetooth and Aux input functions. Front seats are two electrically programmable but without memory functions. Power window switches for the rear passengers are most likely to be on comfortable door pads. The shiny brown door handles are big to hold while turns and jerk.

Interior Comfort
The air-conditioning is good, but climate control would have been better. more practical and functional, its passenger compartment can hold 5 passengers and provides up to 475 litre of space in the boot (depending on version), easily providing enough space to carry all their luggage and leisure equipment. With the back seat folded down, the space available goes up to 1,636 litre. Folding the front passenger seat down enables objects as long as 2.65 meters to be carried in the passenger compartment.

ENGINE
Renault Duster comes with 1.5 dCi diesel engine that has been taken from Nissan Micra and comes coupled with a five-speed manual gearbox in diesel variant RxE and 84bhp RxL and six speed manual gearbox in 108.5bhp RxL and RxZ. The 1461cc engine is tweaked in two different ways so to produce two different power outputs- 83.8bhp and 108.5bhp. The one delivering 83.8bhp churns out 200Nm of torque and the one with higher power sheds out 248Nm. Renault Duster also comes with a 1.6 litre DOHC petrol engine. The petrol (1598cc) produces 100.5bhp at 5850rpm and a maximum torque of 145Nm at 3750rpm.

STEREO
Renault Duster comes with an integrated 2DIN Audio (CD/MP3/AM/FM) with USB, Aux-in & Bluetooth with 4 speakers. The music system is good and the high-end variants also come with the steering mounted controls

MERITS
Good Drivability, Fuel Economy and Roomy Interiors
DEMERITS
Seating capacity

Renault Duster PriceRs 7.91 - 12.13 lakh

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MAHINDRA VIBE

MILEGE

The company claims that this hatchback will deliver an healthy fuel economy of 20.80 Kmpl, which is also certified by the ARAI as well.

ACCELERATION

The powerful diesel engine can also make it cross the 100 Kmph barrier from a standstill in just about 17.2 seconds.

EXTERIOR

The front facade of this classy hatchback is looking attractive with a wide radiator grille that has slanting vertical slats and a large Mahindra emblem affixed on it. The powerful eyebrow shaped head lamps are luminous and are equipped with clear lens halogen lights for better visibility to the driver. The body colored front bumper has been affixed with a couple of round shaped bright fog lamps to further enhance the visibility for the driver.The front bumper also has a wide air dam in the center, which further helps in cooling th powerful diesel engine quickly. This latest Mahindra Verito Vibe hatchback has a laminated windshield and the front wiper is a two speed plus intermittent, which is quite apt for this vehicle and gives a clear vision even during heavy rains to the driver. The side profile adorns quite a few impressive features such as a stylish set of light weight 14 inch alloy wheels with tubeless radial tyres of size 185/70 R14, which have a superior road grip on any road condition. Then there are the body colored outside rear view mirrors with body colored side molding, which makes this hatchback look sporty and lively. Apart from all these, the body colored door handles also makes this premium hatch look active and full of life. The body colored side cladding as well as the black colored side B-pillars between the doors also adds to the good looks of this pristine hatchback. The rear end has a neatly done up tail light cluster along with side turn indicators and reversing lights. The rear appliqué has a chrome finish to it and the cleverly sculpted curvy boot lid along with the body colored rear bumper that has integrated reflectors combine to give this new Mahindra Verito, an arresting look. The top has a pair of sporty roof rails, which gives this remarkable newly launched hatchback a dynamic appearance. 

Exterior Measurements:
This new Mahindra Verito Vibe premium hatchback is very spacious and roomy to a certain extent as it has a generous total length of 3991mm and a width of 1740mm, on the whole . This roomy hatchback has a total height of 1540mm along with a large wheel base of 2630mm that can accommodate five passengers with utmost ease and it also has a remarkable ground clearance of 172mm. This premium Mahindra Verito Vibe hatchback has a massive boot space of 330 litres that can have room for quite a few bags along with a fuel tank that can contain close to 50 litres of fuel. On the whole, the hatch has liberal space inside and gives a very pleasurable driving experience to all its occupants. The impressive turning radius of this impressive premium hatchback is about 5.25 meters.

INTERIOR 

A smart dashboard and a brilliant instrument panel. While the seating arrangement is extremely comfortable and spacious, this can aptly fit in 5 occupants effortlessly and offer them impressive comfort.The seats are covered with premium fabric upholstery and gives a plush feel to the insides . The rear seat is pretty wide and that makes it very comfortable for the passengers who are sitting behind.The rear door trim is also covered in fabric to give this newly launched hatch, an urbane look. This back seat also has three head restraints as well for giving individual comfort the passengers. Whereas, the instrument panel has a topper pad along with a decent storage space, which is offered in the center console. Other utility features such as a parcel shelf to keep some essential and basic things at hand, is also affixed, while there are sun visors, a bottle holder, which are being offered in the high end version to make the passengers more comfortable.

Interior Comfort:
It has a trendy instrument panel and also has a powerful and efficient air conditioning system and a cabin heater as well.Then there is an advanced an advanced 2-Din music system with four speakers that comes with a CD player , a USB interface and also an Aux-In port along with FM Radio and a remote control for amazing in-cabin entertainment. There are a number of other convenience aspects as well for the occupants, such as front and rear head restraints, in-cabin theater dimming lights which also has a courtesy delay, a map pocket integrated in the front door, a bright trunk room light for easy access, a rear wind screen defogger, remote operated fuel tank lid, a responsive power steering, power windows for all doors with door mounted switches that enhance the comfort for all the passengers, central door locking for added protection, a remote boot lid opener, a rear parcel shelf for keeping smaller important things at hand, a sporty gear shift lever knob in a silver finish, an instrument panel topper pad, a storage space in the center console to store some essential items, a painted center fascia, sun visors for both driver as well as the front co-passenger and a passenger side vanity mirror as well. This hatchback also has a tachometer, a computerized DIS (driver information system), which keeps a track of the trip kilometers the average consumption of fuel along with the average speed and it also has a distance to empty notification. The bright and luminous LCD display which is on the instrument cluster has a digital clock and it also shows the total or partial mileage along with temperature as well as the fuel gauge and also has a ‘headlight on’ warning buzzer. There is also a prismatic day-night inside rear view mirror for the comfort of the driver. The instrument cluster also has a door open warning lamp to alert the driver as well. Apart from all these, there is a anti theft engine immobilizer, driver side airbag, a wonderful suspension and braking system.

Interior Measurements:
This Mahindra Verito Vibe hatch has a comfy leg room along with good head room and shoulder space for all the five occupants, which ensure a comfortable drive. There is space to bring in a few bags as well in the boot as well.

ENGINE
The Mahindra Verito Vibe has been fitted with a commanding 4-cylinder, 1.5-litre dCi diesel mill with eight valves and a CRDi (common rail direct injection) fuel supply system. This diesel engine can displace 1461cc and can churn out 64.1bhp at 4000rpm along with a maximum torque output of 160Nm at 2000rpm . This powerful diesel mill is cleverly mated with a smooth 5-speed manual transmission. The company claims that this all new premium diesel hatch has the capacity to generate a healthy mileage of 20.80 Kmpl, when driven under standard conditions.

STEREO
The company has equipped this latest entrant, the all new Mahindra Verito Vibe hatchback with an advanced 2-Din music system with speakers that comes with a CD player, a USB interface and also an Aux-In port along with FM Radio for amazing in-cabin entertainment.

BRAKING AND SAFETY
Mahindra Verito Vibe hatchback with the highly developed ABS (antilock braking system) along with EBD (electronic brake force distribution),which further assists this diesel hatchback in efficient braking even on slippery and wet roads.Some of the significant aspects integrated in this Mahindra Verito Vibe hatchback are a driver airbag, a collapsible steering column, an anti theft engine immobilizer, child proof rear door locks, a prismatic day and night internal rear view mirror, an electrical rear window child lock, clear lens halogen headlamps, laminated wind shield with intermittent wipers, adjustable front seat belts, ABS with EBD, adjustable front and rear seat head restraints, remote central door locking.

MERITS AN DEMERITS
Mahindra Verito Vibe MERITS :
A powerful diesel engine, good mileage, stylish exteriors.
Mahindra Verito Vibe DEMERITS :
Many more comfort and safety features can be added, price can be more competitive.
  
Mahindra Verito Vibe Price in India - Rs 5.68 - 6.55 Lakhs

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NEW MICRA,NEW FACE

POWER
New Nissan Micra Facelift is offering both petrol and diesel engine options for the customers to choose from.The petrol version is with a 1.2-litre petrol mill, which has three cylinders that are further fitted with a total of twelve valves in it. This engine also has a dual overhead cam shaft and can displace close to 1198cc. This engine can easily generate a maximum power yield of 74.48bhp at 6000rpm in combination with a peak torque output of 104Nm at 4000rpm. The automatic transmission version can churn out a slightly better power output to about 75.42bhp at 6000rpm and the same torque yield. On the other hand, the diesel mill is a powerful 1.5-litre K9K based motor, which can displace about 1461cc. This engine has a single overhead cam shaft and is further fitted with four cylinders and eight valves in it. This engine has the ability to produce 62.72bhp at 4000rpm in combination with a maximum torque of 160Nm at 2000rpm, which is rather impressive.

COLOURS
Colors available with all variants of Nissan Micra

• Brick Red
• Storm White
• Pacific Blue
• Onyx Black
• Sunshine Orange
• Blade Silver

ACCELERATION
This peppy hatchback with this energetic diesel engine can reach from 0-100 kmph in just about 13.36 seconds and it can also achieve a top speed in the range of 150 kmph to 160 kmph, which is rather good on the Indian road conditions. While, this 2013 Nissan Micra facelift hatchback with a petrol engine can achieve a top speed of around 160 kmph and this small car can reach from 0-100 kmph in just about 15 to 16 seconds, which is quite impressive.

EXTERIOR

The company has given this hatchback model lineup with a spanking new chrome based grille, which has further refined the front looks of this hatchback. Behind the chrome garnish, there is a perforated honey comb type of a grille, which is painted in matte black color. This radiator grille is flanked by a large newly styled head light cluster, which have been fitted with powerful halogen lights. Below this is the body colored bumper, which has a wide air dam, which helps in cooling the engine quickly. This air dam is surrounded by chrome surround based round shaped fog lamps, which further assist the driver during bad weather conditions. The front wind screen is laminated and is equipped with a couple of intermittent wipers. The side profile is smooth and lustrous with pull type body colored handles and external wing mirrors as well. The wheel arches are neatly carved and equipped with a robust set of steel / alloy wheels, which are further equipped with sturdy tubeless radial tyres.The rear end gets a new LED based tail lamp cluster, which is brighter and more radiant than the previous version. Then there is a large wind screen, which has a rear wash and wipe function, a sporty rear spoiler that adds to the stylish looks, a high mounted stop lamp for added safety, a rear window defroster with timer, a rear body colored bumper and also a large logo of the company embedded on the boot lid.

Exterior Measurements:
The total length of this latest Nissan Micra hatchback is about 3780mm,while this hatch has a overall width of this facelifted hatch along with the outside rear view mirrors is close to 1665mm. The total height of the petrol engine based version is about 1530mm, while the diesel engine based version gets an overall height of close to 1525mm. This hatchback has a spacious wheel base of about 2450mm and a good minimum ground clearance of 154mm for the petrol engine version, while the diesel engine based variants get a ground clearance of about 150mm. This facelifted hatchback model series has a spacious boot space of 251 litres and a centrally mounted fuel tank, which has a storage capacity of 41 litres of fuel in it.

INTERIORS

This model lineup has a spacious cabin with a comfortable seating arrangement for five people and a high roof that is designed specifically to offer better head room. The seats are covered with premium class upholstery and the interiors are in a couple of vibrant color schemes, which depends on the variant. The steering wheel as well as the gear shift knob is covered in top quality leather cladding and a lot of other utility aspects. Some of these very practical as well as helpful features are three cup holders along with a couple of bottle holders, a neatly done up dash board with a brilliant instrument cluster and central console, which also has the big and round shaped AC vents, a digital clock, a passenger vanity mirror, adaptable front as well as rear head rests, a rear parcel tray to keep some handy things, stylish inner door handles which are finished with chrome and several other such interesting features.
Interior Comfort:
The long list of features comprise of a tachometer, chrome ring finish on the speedometer to add to the classiness, a chunky and responsive power steering which has tilt adjustment, a powerful and advanced audio system with a USB interface along with an Aux-in port, a remote control and four speakers and a roof antenna for FM Radio as well. Then this new facelifted hatchback series also gets Bluetooth connectivity in the top end models, which allows the driver to pair the mobile phone to the music system and enjoy hands free talking. This hatchback lineup also has an efficient air conditioning unit with air filter feature that cools the cabin swiftly and keeps the dust and other substances out of the car, all four power windows with the driver side window having auto down and anti pinch functions, luggage lamp for better visibility in the boot, electrically foldable outside rear view mirrors that can be power adjusted from the inside, keyless entry, push button start/stop and a multitudes of such exciting features that will surely entice the customers into buying this adorable hatchback. Apart from all these, this hatchback model lineup also has an electric parking system, passenger side seat back pocket, driver height seat adjustment, an upper glove box , a multi functional steering wheel which has mounted controls for the music system as well as phone buttons, a passenger side vanity mirror, a rear view parking camera for parking assistance, an automatic anti dazzling internal rear view mirror, a battery saver, follow me home head lamps for added comfort to the passengers, a 12 V power outlet for charging gadgets, coat hooks and assist grips as well.
Interior Measurements:
The insides is very comfortable and have good space for five passengers.The wheel base is rather large and provides ample leg space to all the passengers inside it. The boot compartment is also large and can accommodate quite a few things in it. The seats are also very comfortable and makes the interiors look rather luxuriant and lavish giving a pleasurable driving experience to all the occupants sitting inside this hatchback.

MUSIC SYSTEM
A powerful and advanced audio system with a USB interface along with an Aux-in port, a remote control and four speakers (2 – front and 2 – rear) and a roof antenna for FM Radio as well.Then this new facelifted hatchback series also gets Bluetooth connectivity in the top end models, which allows the driver to pair the mobile phone to the music system and enjoy hands free talking. Apart from this, there are other options such as a sporty rear spoiler, stylish decals, seat covers for all the seats, mud flaps, internal carpets made of rubber or other mats

BRAKING,HANDLING AND SAFETY 
The braking system which is one of the most important aspect of any vehicle is also been taken care of aptly with a ventilated disc brakes for the front wheels. The 2013 Nissan Micra with some impressive and robust safety features such as an engine immobilizer, driver, co-passenger as well as side airbags with supplemental restraint system that helps in the deployment of this airbag, if there is a severe front impact to the car that diminishes the injury risk considerably, a pair of bright fog lamps in the front bumper along with other features like central door locking with remote keyless entry, an intelligent key with push button ignition of the car, the driver side power window has an auto down feature with an anti pinch function, child safety locks for the rear doors, powerful halogen headlamps for enhanced visibility for the driver, side and front impact beams, an electrical power steering with tilt adjustment, seat belts for added safety of the passengers, front wash and wiper for the windscreen, while the rear end has a similar wash and wipe feature with a timed defogger.

Then there are quite a few other notification lamps such as a driver seat belt warning notification, a door ajar warning indicator, a low fuel warning lamp, a head lamp on warning notification and also a key remove warning indicator as well. Apart from these, the company has also given this hatchback the highly advanced ABS + EBD + BA system, a highly advanced engine immobilizer with an alarm, rear parking assistance, speed sensing automatic door locks and many more such aspects.

MERITS AND DEMERITS

Nissan Micra Merits :
Refined exterior looks, plus interior cabin, good safety and comfort aspects.
Nissan Micra Demerits :
Price tag can be more competitive, mileage can be better, boot space can be larger.

Nissan Micra Price  Rs 4.79 - 7.13  lakh

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A CLASS,The new benz

 EXTERIOR 

The entire design follows a magical rendering, which will certainly attract the buyers instantly. The front fascia of this hatchback comes with a beautiful design statement, which depicts an authoritative masculinity. The radiator grille section is worth a mention as it has been bestowed with a diamond shaped design statements , which seem visually breathtaking with the chrome details on it. The front grille is depicted to be in the true Mercedes Benz form with its highly acclaimed insignia embossed in the center. The headlamps have their distinct design statement which is utterly elegant. The side profile offers a remarkable improvement to anything, the hatchback audience are offered till now. The front air intake vents are impressive with beautiful front bumper renderings. The front bonnet however comes with a rather subtle statement with simple renderings and devoid of extravagant curves. The side profile gives a splendid design with the rear tail lamps entering the side profile mildly. The rear offers an equally curvy design where in the rear windshield has a beautiful spoiler decorating it on the top and the bumper blending in with the rear profile with impeccable precision. The air exhausts in the rear come at a decent spacing too.

ACCELERATION
The Mercedes Benz A Class is a comfortable hatchback, which successfully offers a good pickup, where in it reaches the 100 Kmph mark from standstill in a mere 9.2 seconds for the petrol version and can also attain a top speed of close to 202 Kmph, which is rather incredible. On the other hand the diesel engine can propel the hatchback from 0-100 in about 10.6 seconds, which this 2.2-litre engine has the ability to reach a top speed of 190 Kmph, which is impressive.

COLOURS
Colors available with all variants of Mercedes Benz A Class

• Polar Silver
• Cirrus White
• Jupiter Red

POWER
The 1.6-litre petrol engine is exceptionally powerful with the four cylinder structure. The vehicle manages to churn out an impressive 120.7bhp at 5000rpm output , while the diesel engine does not fall back with its 2.2-litre diesel engine. The diesel engine too offers a competitive 107.3bhp at 3200 – 4400rpm, which is quite impressive. The torque offered by the petrol engine is impressive with 200Nm at 1250 – 4000rpm, while the 2.2-litre diesel engine is capable of producing a maximum torque output of 250Nm at 1400 – 2800rpm , which is very good for the Indian road and traffic conditions.

MILEGE 
The petrol variant offers a decent mileage of 15.50 Kmpl, while the diesel variant gives out an approximate 20.06 Kmpl

 MODELS
 Mercedes Benz A Class A180 CDI
 Mercedes Benz A Class A180 Sport

 INTERIOR

                                       

Interior Comfort:
The vehicle comes with perfect spacing in terms of leg room as well as head space. The front row of the vehicle offers an elegant and rich design and texture making the vehicle an apt choice for a luxury ride.The air conditioning system is powerful and cools the entire cabin within no time.The entire rear section of the vehicle has a beautiful statement that works aptly with the fabulous exterior design as well. On the whole, this Mercedes Benz A Class hatchback is certainly one of the company’s finest vehicles made till date.
Interior Measurements:
Though the vehicle is effectively a hatchback, it has an enormous spacing in the interiors making it a luxury vehicle that gives enough competition to the companies very own high end Mercedes Benz S Class. The wheelbase of the vehicle is 2699mm, which gives it enough flexibility around the busy corners of the urban streetS.

MUSIC SYSTEM
The car features a high end crisp resolution 800x480 Audio 20 system.The Audio 20 CD works perfectly with the 14.7 inch display with TFT technology and the system is completely capable of playing, MP3, WMA, AAC formats. The Audio 20 CD can be operated from the mounted buttons on the multifunction steering wheel. The wireless control can operate effectively with the six speakers in this hatchbacK.

WHEELS
Everything about the car is exquisite and,which decorate the vehicle perfectly making it even more desirable. These classy set of rims have been further equipped with robust tubeless radial tyres of size 225/45 R 17,which have a superior road grip on any terrain.

BRAKING,HANDLING AND SAFETY
The car comes with ABS system so the braking is also deemed to be efficient.This hatchback comes with several electronic assist systems,which improve the handling efficiency. Along with them the seven airbags offered along with other high end features such as acceleration skid control, adaptive brake lights and electric parking brake and also the tyre pressure loss warning system. Since the car comes with ABS system along with ESP, it certainly offers a superior control and braking system, which ultimately guarantees a safe ride.

MERITS AND DEMERITS
Mercedes Benz A Class Merits :
Remarkable design, efficient performance, decent mileage.
Mercedes Benz A Class Demerits :
Price tag can be competitive, internal head space can be better.

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ECOSPORT -The new compact SUV

BEST GROUND CLEARNESS
 This urban SUV is getting you where you want to go. It puts 200mm of ground clearance. Add good approach and departure angles and 550mm water wading.

QUIT INSIDE
 The vehicle is quiet inside as the outside noise doesn't disturbs you.

CITY SUV
 Ecosport having a 1765mm width which fits on small roads and also gives a good spacing.this makes easy driving at cities.

HIGHER SEATS
 High positioning of seats seats gives easy viewing the roads and places you go. This higher seats gives you comfort journey

PHONE CALL ON STEARING 
SYNC™ lets you keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road and still use your Bluetooth phone. Call friends and family just by saying their name, like “Call mum”. (SYNC™ is available on TBA mode)

STEERING MOUNDED MUSIC
Play specific artists, albums or tracks,Shuffle. play with your voice, not your hands. You can even stream music on your Bluetooth® phone, wirelessly, or play music from a USB device, hands-free. Just tell SYNC™ what you want to hear.

KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START
 As long as you have your key fob with you, your EcoSport’s doors automatically unlock when you’re nearby. Then just a push of a button to start your engine and you’re off.

LUXIURIUS SPACE
 The EcoSport easily fit in crowded cities. But it  gives you plenty of space inside. Fold-down the 60:40 rear seats and you get 705 litres of space in the back. That’s big enough to fit a 560-litre washing machine. Keep one of the split rear seats up and fold the other down to fit in people and different-shaped objects

COOLED GLOVEBOX
It also keeps drinks or food cool inside your glovebox.

STORAGE
Twenty storage spaces let you conveniently pack things away. A slide-out drawer under the front seat
keeps valuables safely out of sight. Even your sunglasses and umbrella have their own space.

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