News for 'hatchbacks'

From Dzire to Amaze: The top 9 sedans in India

From Dzire to Amaze: The top 9 sedans in India

Rediff.com2 Aug 2013

Indians' love for hatchbacks and SUVs are well known. However, sedans, too are becoming increasingly popular in the country, and the segment is quietly gaining marketshare.

Maruti launches anniversary edition Alto 800 at Rs 3.12 lakh

Maruti launches anniversary edition Alto 800 at Rs 3.12 lakh

Rediff.com8 Oct 2013

This follows three other special edition Maruti launched recently - WagonR Madhavan Signature Edition, Alto K10 Musik edition and Ertiga Feliz edition.

The best off-road SUVs in India

The best off-road SUVs in India

Rediff.com13 May 2013

Three hardcore machines that will ensure your safety as you head into the wilderness in the summer.

Fiat lines up Panda, Idea, Albea

Fiat lines up Panda, Idea, Albea

Rediff.com30 Aug 2004

After the write-off of Rs 1,300 crore (Rs 13 billion) accumulated loss, Fiat India has embarked on a 'massive restructuring exercise' that would see the company launch new models, which includes hatchbacks Panda and Idea and sedan Albea.

BMW 1-Series offer the best driving experience in its segment

BMW 1-Series offer the best driving experience in its segment

Rediff.com4 Oct 2013

It instantly puts a wide grin on the driver's face.

How Hyundai Verna trumped the Honda City

How Hyundai Verna trumped the Honda City

Rediff.com2 May 2013

Hyundai has hit pay dirt in India's sedan market, but Honda will strike back.

Should you be worried if your car is recalled?

Should you be worried if your car is recalled?

Rediff.com23 Sep 2013

The Automotive Research Association of India does a thorough check of all vehicles and if during these tests, parts work to perfection, then the cars are cleared.

MG Motors' electric vehicle sold out before launch

MG Motors' electric vehicle sold out before launch

Rediff.com21 Jan 2020

This number is more than the total number (1,071) of electric cars sold in India in calendar year 2019. MG has stopped registrations for the ZS and will cater to 2,409 of the total bookings.

Hyundai launches Elite i20 automatic at Rs 9.01 lakh

Hyundai launches Elite i20 automatic at Rs 9.01 lakh

Rediff.com13 Sep 2016

The new variant comes with 1.4 litre petrol engine with four speed automatic transmission besides additional safety features.

Top 5 cars under Rs 600,000

Top 5 cars under Rs 600,000

Rediff.com20 Oct 2017

Besides being budget-oriented these cars also offer fantastic performance and mileage.

Ford India apologises for indecent ads

Ford India apologises for indecent ads

Rediff.com25 Mar 2013

These were never intended for paid publication and should never have been created, let alone uploaded to the Internet, WPP said.

Honda recalls more than 31,000 cars in India

Honda recalls more than 31,000 cars in India

Rediff.com5 May 2014

A total of 15,623 Brios and 15,603 Amaze cars will be recalled

6 'affordable' luxury cars

6 'affordable' luxury cars

Rediff.com27 Dec 2012

In the last couple of years, the luxury car segment has evolved significantly and demand for premium and luxury sedans and SUVs has increased rapidly.

8 most popular sedans in India

8 most popular sedans in India

Rediff.com19 Jul 2011

National and international automakers have introduced newsedan versions.

Nissan to hike prices from January

Nissan to hike prices from January

Rediff.com13 Dec 2012

After the biggies, Nissan India on Thursday said it is planning to increase prices across all its vehicle models from January.

India's 10 most innovative companies

India's 10 most innovative companies

Rediff.com26 Feb 2013

Mahindra Reva tops the Fast Company rankings of India's most innovative companies.

The 8 closest petrol rivals of Etios Liva

The 8 closest petrol rivals of Etios Liva

Rediff.com7 Jul 2011

Toyota makes an entry into the small-car space.

The STUNNING Maruti RIII at Rs 700,000

The STUNNING Maruti RIII at Rs 700,000

Rediff.com4 Jul 2011

Maruti to debut in MPV segment with R3.

New Mercedes E Class gets the most powerful engine!

New Mercedes E Class gets the most powerful engine!

Rediff.com23 Jul 2013

The auto maker has taken the gamble and reconfigured the model to meet the challenges posed by its rivals. It might well prove a winning ploy.

Nissan unveils Datsun 'Go', to be priced below Rs 4 lakh

Nissan unveils Datsun 'Go', to be priced below Rs 4 lakh

Rediff.com15 Jul 2013

The car will be available from early next year.

Volkswagen launches Polo sporty variant at Rs 6.27 lakh

Volkswagen launches Polo sporty variant at Rs 6.27 lakh

Rediff.com14 Feb 2013

It is powered by 1.2-litre petrol engine with 'Aero Sport' package.

Verito Vibe: A frugal hatch for practical buyers

Verito Vibe: A frugal hatch for practical buyers

Rediff.com12 Jul 2013

The car has a terrific ride quality, generous cabin space and a fuel efficient diesel engine.

Luxury carmakers chase India's young, female and frugal

Luxury carmakers chase India's young, female and frugal

Rediff.com23 Apr 2013

Luxury carmakers in India are moving downmarket broadening their target market to include India's young, female and middle-class.

Nissan to launch automatic variant of Micra, Sunny

Nissan to launch automatic variant of Micra, Sunny

Rediff.com1 Feb 2013

As part of its plans to have a 10 per cent share in the domestic automobile market, Japanese auto giant Nissan said it would introduce an automatic transmission variant of its flagship hatchback 'Micra' and mid-sedan 'Sunny' soon in India.

Renault hopes to turn the corner with compact car

Renault hopes to turn the corner with compact car

Rediff.com28 Apr 2015

Renault says that one of the reasons why its sales look muted when compared to its peers is its limited reach.

Price comparison: EcoSport vs. Duster, Amaze, Swift

Price comparison: EcoSport vs. Duster, Amaze, Swift

Rediff.com28 Jun 2013

Ford's aggressive pricing makes the compact SUV a better option over popular hatchbacks.

Toyota Glanza vs Maruti Baleno: And the winner is?

Toyota Glanza vs Maruti Baleno: And the winner is?

Rediff.com9 Aug 2019

The Glanza is clearly a rebadged Maruti Suzuki Baleno, however, Toyota has given it a longer warranty and a lower starting price to make it more attractive. Are there other compelling reasons to consider it over Baleno?

Planning for a big car? Check these face-lifted sedans

Planning for a big car? Check these face-lifted sedans

Rediff.com14 Jan 2013

Those who prefer to go with an established model for which reviews and feedback are immediately available, here are some popular sedans face-lifted to offer buyers a bigger bang for the buck.

Nissan to hike Micra, Sunny prices from Nov 1

Nissan to hike Micra, Sunny prices from Nov 1

Rediff.com23 Oct 2012

The recently launched multi utility vehicle Nissan Evalia will not be affected, the company said in a statement without disclosing the quantum of hike.

The STUNNING Maruti RIII at Rs 700,000

The STUNNING Maruti RIII at Rs 700,000

Rediff.com5 Jul 2011

Maruti to debut in MPV segment with R3.

These 11 popular small cars just got better

These 11 popular small cars just got better

Rediff.com11 Jan 2013

Here is an extensive list of enhanced hatchbacks that are impressive from buyers' viewpoint.

Mercedes A Class is not tweaked for Indian roads

Mercedes A Class is not tweaked for Indian roads

Rediff.com4 Jun 2013

The design, however, is radical and takes flamboyance to a different level.

Tata Motors working on a mini SUV, revamping Nano

Tata Motors working on a mini SUV, revamping Nano

Rediff.com24 Dec 2012

Deep in Tata Motors' largest factory, engineers don 3D glasses to play with car designs and prototypes projected from a 10-metre wide computer screen. Their quest? The automaker's next blockbuster car model.

Tata Motors rolls out Tiago at a killer price of Rs 3.2 lakh

Tata Motors rolls out Tiago at a killer price of Rs 3.2 lakh

Rediff.com6 Apr 2016

Tiago comes with a good fuel efficiency of 23.84 km/ltr on Revotron 1.2L petrol and 27.28 km/ltr on Revotorq 1.05L diesel.

Maruti launches limited edition of Estilo

Maruti launches limited edition of Estilo

Rediff.com5 Mar 2013

The added new features in the car include leather seat covers, double-din sound system with USB, dual tone interiors, body graphics, full wheel covers and beige parcel tray.

VW launches India's most powerful hatch for Rs 7.99 lakh

VW launches India's most powerful hatch for Rs 7.99 lakh

Rediff.com6 May 2013

The car is appealing with its high-speed performance and great interiors, but the price tag might discourage buyers.

Nissan gets going with Datsun

Nissan gets going with Datsun

Rediff.com23 May 2016

The company's Datsun Go and Go+ ply in the same category.

Renault posts 10-fold jump in April sales

Renault posts 10-fold jump in April sales

Rediff.com1 May 2013

Last month, the company sold 5,362 units of its highly popular SUV Duster, 545 units of mid-size sedan Scala, 358 units of hatchback Pulse, 39 units of premium luxury sedan Fluence and 10 units of premium SUV Koleos.

Volkswagen launches Polo petrol variant

Volkswagen launches Polo petrol variant

Rediff.com29 Apr 2013

Volkswagen, the largest European car maker, sells the Polo, Vento, Jetta, Passat and the Touareg in the domestic market.

Maruti is not worried about its exit from diesel

Maruti is not worried about its exit from diesel

Rediff.com12 Dec 2019

Maruti is sticking to this strategy at a time when rival Hyundai is looking to make the most of the monopoly it will have in the compact diesel segment from April 1, 2020, when the BSVI emission norms kick in. The market leader's confidence stems from the rapid shift in favour of petrol in the PV segment. For newer models such as MG Hector and Seltos, nearly 75 per cent bookings are for petrol variants, Kia has 55 per cent from petrol variants. The change in customer preference from diesel variants to petrol has happened quickly over the past few years.