Maruti A Star Price, Features and Pictures

Maruti A Star, by Maruti Suzuki India is a hatchback car designed and developed keeping in mind the young car lovers in the country. Recently, the largest passenger carmaker has introduced new and tempting variants of the energetic looking hatchback car. The Maruti A Star saw its launch three years ago, but was not able to catch-up the market as expected by the company. This was due to some practical reasons that were related to the interiors especially, which the company has now addressed in the scintillating new version of Maruti A Star. The exterior is basically the same, but with inclusion of two new colors it senses fresh feel and the adding up of rear spoiler has made the whole car appear new.

The interiors this time comes dressed up in elegant shade along with new seat fabric and to make the cabin roomier rear seats are offered with the foldable option. Stylish A Star is now more secure with optional safety features like ABS and airbags in the top-end model together with being trendy at same time by the incorporation of alloy wheels. Better late than never, all the new dazzling aspects make the vehicle A-true-Star. The new variants start from the price range of INR 3.6 Lakh and go up to INR 4.4 Lakh.

Maruti A-Star

Maruti A Star Engine and Specifications

The New A Star carries the same tested and trusted K-series engine under its petite hood, and by the way this was the initial vehicle of Maruti Suzuki to shoulder this innovative engine. The 998cc K10B petrol power-train yields an optimum power of 67 PS at 6200 rpm in conjunction with peak torque of 90 Nm at 3500 rpm. This leveled torque has been serving exceptionally well, when it comes to jam-packed city traffic conditions.

Maruti A-Star

Maruti A Star Exteriors

The car has got a distinct appearance with its European design ideology that at times makes you feel like a mini version of sports car. The New A Star has now got two exclusive new shades in the form of Glistening Grey and Pearl Caffeine Brown. The headlamps resemble the shape of water droplet sliding from the smooth bonnet. Furthermore, the bumpers, ORVMs and door handles are body colored along with the wide wheel arches and new alloys wheels beneath that have now provided the youth oriented hatchback a sporty stance. The notable change at the rear comes as a feature rear spoiler that tune-in well with the high-mounted brake lights at the back.

Maruti A-Star

Maruti A Star Interiors

The New variants of Maruti A Star are up for the grabs with several brightened and young-looking interior elements that comprise of twin shade of `grey and beige’ with premium-n-sporty looking beige upholstery all around the cabin. The introduction of 50:50 rear split seats has enhanced the luggage/boot space comprehensively with ease. In the front compartment the seat head restraints are totally modified in order to create a feeling of space along with the improved leg room for the occupants at rear, which was an issue with the earlier versions. Considering the safety piece of the youth, the top variant A Star ZXi comes packed with the choice of ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) and airbags along with other regular safety features.

Maruti A-Star

Maruti A Star Mileage

The frugal K-series engine of Maruti A Star emits low CO2 along with that it is also compliant to the new BS IV emission norms in the country and it capable enough to achieve a fuel economy of 19 km per litre, which comes validated from ARAI.

Hyundai Eon LPG

Overall:

Hyundai Motors India Limited (HMIL), the largest exporter of India had launched its much awaited small car Hyundai Eon in the month of October’2011 with six variants to choose from. All the variants were powered by a single choice of petrol as fuel and this petrol power-train was capable of providing best in class mileage to its consumers. In order to make life easier for the fuel conscious Indian customer the company has recently launched three upgraded variants that can be alternately powered by LPG besides regular petrol option. The three feature packed variants are Hyundai D-Lite Plus, Hyundai Era Plus and Hyundai Magna Plus.

Hyundai Eon Pictures

Hyundai Eon Pictures

The new elements in D-Lite Plus include factory fitted standard air-conditioning along with a smooth power steering function for smoother drives in the city conditions, which costs around INR 2.98 Lakh. The feature of front power windows and central locking that ensures fulfillment of important safety aspect is now available with Era Plus version that costs INR 3.12 Lakh. The Magna Plus that is priced at INR 3.42 Lakh have additional characteristics of two-din audio system that provides entertainment to occupants and bids adieu to boring drives and is packed with USB interface combined with some more features.

Hyundai Eon Pictures

Hyundai Eon Pictures

The excitement of all these attributes becomes twofold with the alternate and pocket friendly fuel choice of LPG, which can be fitted, on order, by the company at an extra cost of INR 27,000.

Hyundai Eon Pictures

Hyundai Eon Pictures

Engine and Specifications:

There are basically no changes under the bonnet as the New Hyundai Eon comes with a 3-cylinder 814 cc SOHC petrol engine that is capable of generating maximum power of 56 PS of power at 5500 rpm along with topmost torque of 76.5 Nm at 4000 rpm.  This engine easily surpasses the fuel efficiency of prime contender Maruti Alto.

Hyundai Eon Pictures

Hyundai Eon Pictures

Interiors:

The interiors are as usual roomy as compared to any small car in its segment along with comfortable and premium looking seats that look more attractive with their twin shade. It can seat 4-5 individuals’ easily together headroom and leg room.  There are generally not much amends in the interior part of the small car Hyundai Eon apart from the changes like standard cooling system and power steering in Hyundai Eon D-lite Plus variant while power windows and central locking in Era Plus. The top-end Magna Plus now goes full-on entertainment with 2-din stereo system.

Hyundai Eon Pictures

Hyundai Eon Pictures

Exterior:

The small car has got everything in the exteriors that one wishes to have as far as the appearance is concerned. The fluidic design is attention grabbing as ever with its styling cues going all over its body along with curvy headlights that are only seen in some premium vehicles. With Hyundai Eon the company continues to follow its tall boy image philosophy that it started with Hyundai Santro Xing.

Hyundai Eon Pictures

Hyundai Eon Pictures

Mileage:

The small car Hyundai Eon is up with optimum mileage with 21.1 km per litre with its petrol fuel, which is ARAI certified, along with 14km per kg when it comes to utilizing LPG as fuel.

Maruti Suzuki Swift DZire- At a Glance

Overall:

An immensely successful sedan Maruti Swift Dzire since last four years from the prominent stable of Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) that continues to sell about 10,000 units per month will soon be seen in an all-new improved version in the form of New Maruti Swift Dzire CS. The new generation model that will be the shortened form of the existing sedan is sculptured keeping in mind ‘luxury’ combined with no less ‘sportiness’.   The 2012 Maruti Swift Dzire has lost around 70 kgs of kerb weight against the older variant in order to provide excellent power to weight ratio together with some marvelous mileage figures. The sedan has got its size reduced, but hasn’t negotiated on features part and on the contrast it is said to have nearly 150 new elements integrated in it.

Maruti Swift Dzire Pictures

Maruti Swift Dzire Pictures

The frontage with bigger new headlights and new body color bumper looks more lustrous along with some revived engines of petrol and diesel under the sleek hood that will now be less harsh on consumer pockets. At the rear portion are improved tail lights besides compact looking boot. In the inside, the new beige shade says ‘roomy’ and is teamed up with truly comfortable seats followed by several new entrants like dual tone redesigned instrument panel and many safety elements.  With all these commendable cosmetic and technological advancements Maruti Swift Dzire CS is back to haunt the likes of Mahindra Verito, Toyota Etios sedan and Tata Manza.

Maruti Swift Dzire Pictures

Maruti Swift Dzire Pictures

Engine and Specifications:

The New Maruti Swift Dzire will be powered by 1.2L K-series petrol and a 1.3L Multi-jet diesel motor, which is sourced from Fiat Motors. The petrol engine K1 VVT provides maximum output of 87 bhp at 6000 rpm and 114 Nm of peak torque at 4000 rpm. The petrol version will be offered with two transmissions, one of 4-speed auto transmission, while other the standard 5-speed manual. The reliable 1.3L diesel power-train will be seen yielding a decent 75 bhp of sheer power at 4000 rpm and a peppy 190 Nm of peak torque at 2000 rpm.

Maruti Swift Dzire Pictures

Maruti Swift Dzire Pictures

Interiors:

When one peeks inside he senses New Swift hatchback, but the dual-tone of new beige shade adds quality and new feel to the new sedan. The generous space and cozy seats of New Maruti Swift Dzire are enough for the passenger to provide optimum comfort while the journey. The new instrument cluster now comes polished in silver and black finishing. The other aspects of interiors that received special attention from Maruti comprise of new factory fitted stereo/music system and air conditioner with climate control function apart from the regular features that are a part of recently launched New Swift hatchback.

Maruti Swift Dzire Pictures

Maruti Swift Dzire Pictures

A special care is showcased by Maruti this time around when it comes to safety concerns. There are dual SRS front airbags along with ELR seat belts for all occupants. The feature of Antilock Brake System (ABS) with Brake Assist and Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) combined with Engine Drag Control function will take care of the passive features.

Maruti Swift Dzire Pictures

Maruti Swift Dzire Pictures

Exterior:

The engineers at MSIL have done an admirable work by molding a regular sedan into less than 4 meters without compromising on the stylish aspect, which is proved by the fact that New Dzire is 25mm taller. The front fascia of New Maruti Swift Dzire has got a broader smile by new wider bumpers along with newly shaped air vents. The headlights are now stretched upwards to make them look larger than the earlier and sitting in the middle is the bold Suzuki crest. At the rear is a compact boot, which is 145mm longer than Maruti Swift hatchback, along with large tail lamps that now look quite pleasant in their trapezoidal form.

Maruti Swift Dzire Pictures

Maruti Swift Dzire Pictures

Mileage:

The company claims an extra-ordinary mileage of 23.4 kmpl by the 1.3L diesel Multi-jet powered New Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire. While a fuel economy of 19.1 kmpl is expected out of the petrol variant of the model.

Ford EcoSport- A Fantasy Come True

Ford Ecosport overall

The global uncovering of New Ford EcoSport compact SUV at the 2012 Delhi Auto Expo was one of the remarkable moments for US based automobile manufacturer Ford Motors. It was noteworthy, as it was a result of Ford’s mid-decade commitment, which said it will launch as many as eight global vehicles in India by 2015 and this one was second, whereas earlier introduced all-new Ford Fiesta sedan was the first one.

Ford Ecosport Pictures

Ford Ecosport Pictures

In general, this new compact SUV has got a decent stature as it appears heavy-duty together with full of potency that is daring enough to take on anything. The inside will enclose sedan like comfort and feel along with some really smart elements at the instrument panel also with its futuristic designing it hides the safety features cleverly in the interiors of the cabin.

Ford Ecosport Pictures

Ford Ecosport Pictures

One of very important attribute that caught everyone’s attention was its all new 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine; a compressed power-train that is well competent to contend a 1.6L petrol motor, that is supposed to offer class leading mileage. The modish compact vehicle is anticipated to be launched initially in India by third quarter of this calendar year. After its launch, the all-new Ford EcoSport will wrestle with Premier Rio mini-SUV and to be launched Maruti XA Alpha compact crossover. It is expected to be priced within the killer range of INR 8 Lakh to 10 Lakh and will surely be chartbuster.

Ford Ecosport Pictures

Ford Ecosport Pictures

Ford Ecosport Engine and Specifications:

The innovative 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine, which will use petrol as its fuel, turbo-charged with direct-injection combined with twin independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT). This negligible looking 1.0L engine can easily surpass a 1.6L 4-cylinder motor of Ford Fiesta sedan, as this revolutionary power-train will generate 120 PS of maximum output teamed up with maximum torque of 170 Nm. This EcoBoost engine of Ford EcoSport will supply 20 percent more fuel competence against a similar petrol engine.

Ford Ecosport Pictures

Ford Ecosport Pictures

Interiors of Ford Ecosport:

In the insides Ford is sure to deliver class leading interiors that will offer abundant space for 4 to 5 adults. The compact SUV won’t compromise on comfort levels as it will be packed with leather upholstery and new beige shade. The instrument cluster will have modern-day entertainment system with steering mount stereo controls along with sufficient cooling inside the cabin. The compact SUV will include a Cruise control element for smoother drive. Ford EcoSport will also present host of safety features like ABS (Anti-lock Brake System), EBD (Electronic Distribution of Brakes) and air-bags for driver and occupants.

Ford Ecosport Pictures

Ford Ecosport Pictures

Exterior of Ford Ecosport:

The exterior of Ford EcoSport speaks the new design language of American firm that is aerodynamic, robust and distinctive accompanied by its amazing cues all over the body. The decent elevation from ground avoids bumps on potholes and speed breakers in city driving conditions. The frontage has valiant and compact projector headlamps and in between is the novel trapezoid grille that is mounted high with Ford crest in the middle. At the rear is the large rear window while on the sides are the cornering tail­-lamps and rear mounted spare wheel to bestow it a true SUV stance from back.

Ford Ecosport Pictures

Ford Ecosport Pictures

Mileage of Ford Ecosport:

The Ford EcoSport is expected to easily attain an overall mileage of around 18 km per litre to 22 km per litre with its unique EcoBoost engine.

Maruti Ertiga details so far

Maruti India has given its best two offerings at the recently concluded Auto Expo 2012. The one is the MPV Maruti Ertiga and another is Maruti XA Alpha concept car. The Ertiga though took a backseat at the launch due to more focus on the first true compact SUV by Maruti. Ertiga’s details and specification then were few as there were a flood of launches and unveils at the Auto Expo. Now that more details have emerged, here are the complete detailed Maruti Ertiga specifications that are available.

Maruti Ertiga Pictures
Maruti Ertiga Pictures

Maruti Ertiga Price

As we all know that the Ertiga is a seven seater MPV by Maruti and will be launched somewhere in March this year. We also know that Maruti Ertiga price will remain somewhat near to Rs 7-9 lakh. But here are some Maruti Ertiga full specifications that you probably were looking for and have exhausted yourself in finding it.

Maruti Ertiga competition

Maruti Ertiga is a utility vehicle and will comfortably place itself to the segment where there is literally there is a void and it is the compact MUV segment. Those who wish to have a large family car in their garage but do not want it to disrupt their monthly budget as well will surely watch out for the Maruti Ertiga launch this March. For such buyers, Toyota Innova or Chevrolet Tavera or Mahindra Xylo are too expensive however, if priced somewhere around Rs 7 lakh Ertiga will be their first pick.

Maruti Ertiga Pictures

Maruti Ertiga Pictures

If we go by official figures, the multi utility vehicle segment is 14 percent of all the segments, the highest being the small car segment. Maruti no doubt has a decent presence in this segment with the Maruti Omni and the Maruti Eeco launched lately. Besides this, pitching in a new car in a segment where the company already has two smaller offering means that Maruti wants to encash the growth of 15 percent in this segment.

Maruti Ertiga Pictures

Maruti Ertiga Pictures

Maruti Ertiga specifications and mileage

Maruti Ertiga specifications suggest that the MPV will create a sub-segment in the range of utility vehicles in India. The segment is dominated by Toyota Innova. If we talk about under the hood things in Maruti Ertiga, it will have a K-series 1.4litre VVT 95PS engine in the petrol car which is a next generation engine by Maruti. The Maruti Ertiga diesel on the other hand will have a 1.3L turbo diesel 90PS engine. The fuel efficiency of the car is expected to be 16kmpl by the petrol version and 20.1kmpl by the diesel Ertiga.

New Chevrolet Sail Hatchback launched at Auto Expo 2012

General Motors has tautened the position of the American car maker Chevrolet in India by launching its new Chevrolet Sail Hatchback 2012 at the Auto Expo show. This Chinese hatchback sedan is actually a creation by SAIC and it will be on sale in India from Mid 2012. The car model is expected to give a strong competition to the similar small segment Cars, such as the brand New Maruti Swift and the Hyundai i20 apart from superseding the ageing and out-of-date Chevrolet’s Aveo U-VA hatchback. Sail Hatchback is a great car with eminent features, spacious interiors managed by four wheels positioned at the four corners of the Car along with short front and rear projections. This enhances the cabin volume making ample of space in the car offering a good comfort with style. Both, diesel and petrol variants of sail hatchback have been launched by GM to offer a wider choice to the buyers.

Chevrolet Sail Pictures

Chevrolet Sail Pictures

Sail’s Hatchback has a herculean diesel engine, a 1.3 Fiat Multijet unit which is a Jet turbo engine developed by GM in coalition with Fiat. This hefty, rugged engine is anticipated to preempt many alike models such as Maruti Suzuki Swift, by delivering a performance of 1,248cc at 75 Bhp-190 Nm. The petrol version of Sail hatchback will have a 1.2 Liter capacity engine being borrowed from Chevrolet Beat.

Chevrolet Sail Pictures

Chevrolet Sail Pictures

Some other peculiar Car features include airbags and the ABS (Antilock braking system). The Car price will range somewhere between that of Ford Figo and the new Maruti Swift. Chevrolet Sail’s hatchback cognate is also expected to premier in the Indian Market in a few months to come.

Best diesel cars in India

With yet another hike in the petrol prices of Rs 3.14 per liter by the Indian government, more and more car buyers in the country have started rushing to buy diesel cars in India. The buyer’s sentiment has changed considerably due to the increasing gap between the price of petrol and diesel fuel. In the National Capital, while petrol is available at Rs 66.84 per Rs/Ltr, the diesel is available at much lower at Rs 41.29 per Rs/Ltr. This roughly converts into a price gap of Rs 25 per liter between both of the fuels, as compared to the gap of only Rs 14 about a year back.

The petrol variants of the cars which were hot favorites just a year back, are now witnessing continuously decreasing demand. The car showrooms in India are now flooded with the consumer queries related to the diesel cars models. The segments which has witnessed a drastic change in equations in recent months due to the petrol price hike is the price segment of Rs 4 to Rs 10 lakh, where a number of diesel cars have marked their entry the in recent months. The entry of new diesel cars in India has further intensified the battle between the car makers. While most the car makers in the Indian market have already launched diesel variant of their cars in India, some of them are in the final stage of launching the diesel variants of their cars.

Here in this blog we are enlisting the 10 most popular diesel cars in India, in the price segment of Rs 4 lakh to 10 lakh. This will include the segments like compact hatchbacks in India, premium hatchbacks in India, starting range sedans in India and midsize sedans in India. Though there are a few popular diesel cars available in the premium sedan se3egment too, but including them in this blog is not feasible. Here we are starting with the hatchback segment first. In last two years, more than a dozen hatchbacks have marked their debut in the Indian market. While many of these were launched in both petrol and diesel versions simultaneously, some of them were launched in petrol version initially, followed by the diesel version after a few months. The list starts from here for top 10 diesel cars in India.

1) Maruti Swift Diesel : – The Maruti Swift diesel that marked its debut in the Indian auto market about a month back is the number one diesel car in the country. So far, more than 90,000 units of this model have been booked in the Indian market, out of which a majority contribution is of diesel version of the car. The new 2011 Maruti Swift diesel comes powered by a 1.3L, 1248cc engine that has been sourced from Italian car maker Fiat. The powerful engine of the car is capable of delivering a peak power of 74 Bhp @ 4000 rpm along with a peak torque of 190 Nm @ 2000 rpm. While at one hand the car has power packed engine at its heart to make sure impeccable performance; on the other hand, the Maruti Swift diesel mileage falls in the range of 18 to 23 km per liter. The car is currently available in the price range of Rs. 5,17,000 to Rs. 6,38,000. The superb combination of performance and economy makes the car grabbing first spot in our list of top 10 diesel cars in India. The car is an undisputed champion in the Indian market.

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2) Ford Figo Diesel :- Choosing the car for the second spot in the list of top 10 diesel cars in the Indian market not that difficult. As Figo is the only car that given a run to Maruti Swift for its money, ultimately forcing the Maruti Suzuki to launch a new age version of Swift in the Indian market. Since its launch in March 2010 in the Indian market, over 1,00,000 Ford Figo models have been sold in the Indian auto market, out of which more than 60 percent were Figo Diesel versions. Powered by a powerful 1399cc, DuraTorq diesel engine, the Ford Figo delivers a maximum power of 68 Bhp @ 4000 rpm along with a peak torque of 160 Nm @ 2000 rpm. The fuel economy of the car falls in the range of 14 to 18 kmpl. Its superior performance and sublime passenger comfort fetches second spot for the car in our list. The Figo diesel is available in four variants in the price range of 5.46 lakh to 6.50 lakh.

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3) Volkswagen Polo Diesel :- The Volkswagen Polo model was launched in the Indian market just a month after the launch of Ford Figo in April 2010. The Volkswagen Polo Diesel has been among the most sought after diesel cars in India. What makes it the hot favorite in this segment of compact hatchbacks is not only its high performance engine but also its flawless fascinating look. The Polo model is powered by a 1.2L, 3-cylinder diesel engine which is capable of delivering a peak power of 75 Bhp @ 5400 rpm along with a peak torque of 110 Nm @ 3750 rpm. The fuel economy of this German beauty falls in the range of 16 kmpl to 20 kmpl. The car has been shelved in the price segment of Rs 6.41 to Rs 8.08 lakh.

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4) Nissan Micra Diesel :- Though the Nissan Micra diesel is not that successful in the Indian market but it has been receiving an overwhelming response in the overseas markets, where it is being exported from India. The Nissan Micra Diesel car is powered by a 1461cc, 4 cyl engine which delivers a massive power of 64 Bhp @ 4000 rpm, along with a peak torque of 160 Nm @ 2000 rpm. The diesel version Nissan Micra mileage is 23 kmpl. However, due to is high price tag, the car hasn’t been able to attract the price conscious Indian buyers, the way Swift and Figo models have been liked. The car has been shelved in the price range of 6.71 to 7.22 lakh in the Indian market.

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5) Maruti Ritz Diesel :- Carrying the same Fiat sourced diesel engine that is used in its sibling Swift, the Maruti Ritz model has got the fourth place in this list. Even after being a true performer on the Indian roads, the Ritz diesel hasn’t been able to repeat the success achieved by Swift, mostly due to its comparatively lesser attractive looks. Price of the car starts at Rs 5.58 lakh and goes up to 6.20 for the top end version.

Maruti Ritz Pictures

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6) Maruti Swift Dzire Diesel :- While the already available version of Maruti Swift Dzire has been among the most sought after entry level sedans in the Indian market, the upcoming 2011 Maruti Swift Dzire Diesel is already one of the most talked about cars in the country. The car carries the same 1.3L diesel engine sourced from Fiat and delivers a peak power of 75 PS @ 4000 rpm along with a peak torque of 109 Nm @2000 rpm. The fuel economy. if the car falls in the range of 17 to 21 kmpl. The upcoming 2011 Swift Dzire diesel is expected to be better in performance as well as fuel economy as compared to the existing model of the car.

Maruti Swift Dzire Pictures

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7) Maruti SX4 Diesel :- After successfully establishing it in the segment of mid-size sedan segment through petrol version, the Maruti SX4 was recently launched in the diesel version in the Indian market. Powered by a 1248cc, DDiS engine, the SX4 diesel delivers a peak power of 89 Bhp @ 4000 rpm along with a peak torque of 200 Nm @ 1750 rpm. It offers an exceptional mileage of 21 kmpl on highways, while city mileage falls at 17 kmpl. The two variants of SX4 diesel are available at Rs 9.07 lakh and 10.04 lakhs, respectively.

Maruti SX4 Pictures

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8) New Hyundai Verna Fluidic Diesel :- The popular mid-size sedan Hyundai Verna was recently launched in a new generation fluidic design version in the Indian market. The Verna diesel car is powered by the segments most powerful 1582cc, CDRi engine that generates a peak power of 126 Bhp @ 4000 rpm and maximum torque of 265 Nm @ 1900 rpm. The car has been appreciated for its power packed performance and considerable fuel economy that falls in the range of 17 to 22 kmpl.

Hyundai Verna Fluidic Pictures

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9) Volkswagen Vento Diesel :- The Volkswagen Vento is the only sedan that has managed to challenge the supremacy of the erstwhile segment leader Honda City in the Indian market. The Vento diesel comes powered by a 1.6L, 4-Cylinder diesel engine that delivers maximum power of 105 Bhp @ 4400 rpm, with peak torque of 250 Nm @ 1500 rpm. The fuel economy of the car falls in the range of 15 to 20 kmpl. The Vento diesel car has been shelved in the price segment of Rs 9.2 lakh to 10.6 lakh.

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10) New Ford Fiesta Diesel :- The new generation Ford Fiesta was launched just a few months back in India, the car is powered by a 1498cc, TDCi engine that generates a peak power of 90 Bhp @ 3750 rpm and peak torque of 204 Nm @ 2000 rpm. The New Ford Fiesta Diesel mileage falls in the range of 17 to 23 kmpl. And the car is priced in the range of Rs 10.7 to 11.95 lakh.

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Besides these popular cars there are a number of other mentionable diesel run cars available in the country in the mass segment that comprises of recently launched Toyota Etios diesel and Etios Liva Diesel, Chevrolet Beat diesel, Fiat Punto and Linea Diesel, Hyundai i20 diesel and Skoda Fabia Diesel.

The rising petrol prices have forced the car makers to roll-out the diesel version of their cars in the Indian market. A number of diesel variants of existing cars are expected to hit the Indian roads in coming months including Tata Nano Diesel, Hyundai i10 diesel and Honda City Diesel.

Source: CarKhabri.com