News for 'Entry-level cars'

Luxury car wars: Audi to launch 10 models to beat Mercedes

Luxury car wars: Audi to launch 10 models to beat Mercedes

Rediff.com5 Jan 2015

In response to Mercedes-Benz' new cars which it introduced in 2014, Audi is all set to launch 10 products in 2015.

The Rs 76.84-lakh Porsche Macan now in India

The Rs 76.84-lakh Porsche Macan now in India

Rediff.com15 Nov 2016

It comes with various features including seven-speed PDK dual-clutch transmission, latest generation Porsche Communication Management and variety of distinctive interior and exterior features

Toyota launches diesel versions of Etios and Liva

Toyota launches diesel versions of Etios and Liva

Rediff.com9 Sep 2011

Both the diesel variants will be powered by a 1.4-litre engine.

Q3: Cheapest Audi offering brilliant performance

Q3: Cheapest Audi offering brilliant performance

Rediff.com25 Jul 2013

The car feels as if it's always on edge.

Sustainable auto turnaround still months away

Sustainable auto turnaround still months away

Rediff.com22 Jul 2014

Paris-based international advisory firm Mazars predicts four per cent growth in India's automobile sector this financial year.

The stunning Ford Classic Titanium is here

The stunning Ford Classic Titanium is here

Rediff.com20 Jul 2012

Ford Classic Titanium is an entry level sedan, which has been blessed with a number of advanced features and most importantly improved mileage.

GM India launches new Spark starting at Rs 3.26 lakh

GM India launches new Spark starting at Rs 3.26 lakh

Rediff.com25 Oct 2012

The new model is available in petrol as well as LPG. The highest model in petrol costs Rs 381,000 and in LPG Rs 410,000.

Honda launches Amaze starting at Rs 4.99 lakh

Honda launches Amaze starting at Rs 4.99 lakh

Rediff.com11 Apr 2013

While petrol starts at Rs 499,000 and goes up to Rs 760,000, the diesel variant is priced between Rs 599,000 and Rs 760,000.

The Rs 4.25 lakh Renault Pulse petrol launched

The Rs 4.25 lakh Renault Pulse petrol launched

Rediff.com11 May 2012

The company is offering a total of 3 trims of this petrol variant along with the RXE trim; the other two trims are RXL and the top end RXZ.

Can automakers tide over the crisis?

Can automakers tide over the crisis?

Rediff.com24 Aug 2011

Continuing slide in demand for new cars in Europe has made Maruti Suzuki edgy about business, but the automobile major is still looking forward to bagging export order for hatchbacks from Nissan this year.

Buying a sedan? 2021 may be just the year for it

Buying a sedan? 2021 may be just the year for it

Rediff.com13 Jan 2021

There are a whopping 10 sedans slated for a launch in India this year. Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com gives the lowdown.

New products misfire, cost auto companies their ranks

New products misfire, cost auto companies their ranks

Rediff.com1 Mar 2012

Absence of diesel options, economic slowdown hurt sales

Tiago in fast lane, prices may go up

Tiago in fast lane, prices may go up

Rediff.com11 May 2016

The hatchback has been priced strategically at a notch above the Nano and way below the Tata Bolt.

Hyundai Eon unveiled, starting at Rs 2.69 lakh!

Hyundai Eon unveiled, starting at Rs 2.69 lakh!

Rediff.com13 Oct 2011

Korean auto major Hyundai Motor Co on Thursday launched entry level compact car Eon that has been developed specifically for the Indian market, at an introductory price of between Rs 2.69 lakh (Rs 269,000) and Rs 3.71 lakh (Rs 371,000), ex-showroom Delhi.

Budget impact: What's cheaper, who will benefit the most

Budget impact: What's cheaper, who will benefit the most

Rediff.com17 Feb 2014

P Chidambaram announced a few sops to bring cheer to consumers and some sectors like automobile and capital goods.

Has Renault's Kwid hit a speed-breaker?

Has Renault's Kwid hit a speed-breaker?

Rediff.com6 Mar 2017

Company's sale to dealers hit an eight-month low to 6,924 units in January.

Maruti Alto tops 30 lakh unit sales mark

Maruti Alto tops 30 lakh unit sales mark

Rediff.com2 Mar 2016

The company has also exported over 3.8 lakh Alto cars to over 70 countries.

Mahindra to launch CNG Logan at Rs 5.2 lakh

Mahindra to launch CNG Logan at Rs 5.2 lakh

Rediff.com1 Dec 2010

Mahindra & Mahindra will launch the compressed natural gas-powered variant of its Logan car at around Rs 5.20 lakh, in an attempt to spruce sales of the entry-level sedan.

Luxury carmakers change lanes to cruise in a slow market

Luxury carmakers change lanes to cruise in a slow market

Rediff.com6 Nov 2013

BMW is just another of the many bringing entry-level luxury cars to the market.

Maruti to hike prices across models by up to Rs 20,000 from Jan

Maruti to hike prices across models by up to Rs 20,000 from Jan

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

Maruti Suzuki India to hike prices of its vehicles across models by up to Rs 20,000 from January to offset rising costs.

Maruti drives in mini SUV S-PRESSO at Rs 3.69 lakh

Maruti drives in mini SUV S-PRESSO at Rs 3.69 lakh

Rediff.com30 Sep 2019

The new model, which is based on the company's fifth generation HEARTECT platform, comes with a BS-VI compliant one-litre petrol engine with a claimed fuel efficiency of 21.7 km per litre.

Rural markets still key for FMCGs

Rural markets still key for FMCGs

Rediff.com28 Jun 2017

Normal monsoon makes FMCG, automobile and consumer durable companies optimistic about growth prospects

Maruti to launch all new Ignis soon

Maruti to launch all new Ignis soon

Rediff.com12 Sep 2016

This will be the most fuel-efficient petrol SUV in its segment

Nissan to set up Datsun plant

Nissan to set up Datsun plant

Rediff.com27 Feb 2013

The factory is likely to come up beside the current Renault-Nissan factory at Oragadam, near Chennai, according to reports.

Volvo launches V40 Cross Country luxury hatchback at Rs 28.5 lakh

Volvo launches V40 Cross Country luxury hatchback at Rs 28.5 lakh

Rediff.com17 Jun 2013

The hatchback comes with two engine options.

Datsun redi-GO or Renault Kwid, which should you buy?

Datsun redi-GO or Renault Kwid, which should you buy?

Rediff.com13 Jun 2016

Does the French automaker's insignia help the cleverly packed Kwid to be on the premium side compared to Datsun's humble redi-GO? Both the vehicles underpin the same platform which is pulled by a similar 0.8-litre petrol motor and are made by the same alliance. Read on to find out more!

Ford EcoSport can give other SUVs a run for their money

Ford EcoSport can give other SUVs a run for their money

Rediff.com26 Apr 2013

Ford's compact SUV will challenge not only the entry-level utility vehicles but also the premium hatches and compact sedans.

Ford Aspire looks good, interiors are sorted out and comfortable

Ford Aspire looks good, interiors are sorted out and comfortable

Rediff.com10 Mar 2018

MotorBeam reviews the top-end diesel trim of the compact sedan, which in this Ruby Red colour, looks stylish and sexy.

Nano may have marginal impact: Maruti

Nano may have marginal impact: Maruti

Rediff.com26 Mar 2009

The country's largest car maker, Maruti Suzuki India, on Thursday said that "Tata Nano" may have a marginal impact on the sales of its entry level small car Maruti 800 but ruled out cutting its price.

Honda Amaze is now the 2nd-biggest model in the compact sedan space

Honda Amaze is now the 2nd-biggest model in the compact sedan space

Rediff.com31 Aug 2018

India is the first country to launch the second generation Amaze and the car has been developed considering the needs and aspirations of Indian customers

Why 2021 is a very good year for the hatchback buyer

Why 2021 is a very good year for the hatchback buyer

Rediff.com8 Jan 2021

The new year will see a line of hatchbacks (including compact SUVs) hit the Indian roads. Rajesh Karkera/Rediff.com offers a peek.

Big Tech invests $1.82 bn in Indian startups so far this year

Big Tech invests $1.82 bn in Indian startups so far this year

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

Their startup investments number 13 so far, compared to 17 deals in 2020.

Maruti working on 800cc diesel engine; to give 30kmpl mileage

Maruti working on 800cc diesel engine; to give 30kmpl mileage

Rediff.com8 Aug 2013

It will be fitted in a new car codenamed YL7, which will replace A-Star and Estilo.

Maruti records highest ever sales in Nov

Maruti records highest ever sales in Nov

Rediff.com1 Dec 2007

Car market leader Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (MSIL) on Saturday reported a 24 per cent jump in its car sales in the domestic market during November at 65,216 units against 52,574 units in the corresponding month last year.

This is why Maruti is No 1 in India!

This is why Maruti is No 1 in India!

Rediff.com23 May 2016

7 Maruti models among top 10 best selling passenger vehicles in April

2022 will see carmakers fight it out for top SUV slot

2022 will see carmakers fight it out for top SUV slot

Rediff.com12 Jan 2022

Market leader Maruti Suzuki is putting finishing touches to its plan of finding its feet in what is being hailed as a battle of epic proportions in India's fastest-growing passenger vehicle segment, reports Arindam Majumder.

General Motors Jan sales up 162.8%

General Motors Jan sales up 162.8%

Rediff.com5 Feb 2004

General Motors India on Thursday said its car sales surged by 162.8 per cent in January 2003 to 1,477 units over 562 units in the same month last year.

Bajaj Auto rides on Pulsar, KTM to soften pandemic blow

Bajaj Auto rides on Pulsar, KTM to soften pandemic blow

Rediff.com25 Oct 2020

The maker of Pulsar and Discover reported a net profit of Rs 1,138.20 crore in the second quarter, compared to Rs 1,402.42 crore a year ago.