News for 'hatchbacks'

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.

General Motors launches Chevrolet Sail U-Va car

General Motors launches Chevrolet Sail U-Va car

Rediff.com19 Nov 2012

General Motors India launched its new Chevrolet Sail U-Va car on Monday with a target to sell around 2000 cars monthly in Jaipur.

Why India's auto sector will continue to drive in the slow lane

Why India's auto sector will continue to drive in the slow lane

Rediff.com19 Feb 2020

Vehicle sales have been hampered by weak consumer sentiment and still-weak availability of financing following tighter liquidity at non-banking lenders since the middle of 2018.

Why India is a land of dream for Suzuki

Why India is a land of dream for Suzuki

Rediff.com23 Feb 2017

The carmaker has managed to significantly improve its product mix in the past two-three years by successfully launching sedans, utility vehicles and premium hatchbacks.

Volkswagen to invest Rs 1,500 cr in India

Volkswagen to invest Rs 1,500 cr in India

Rediff.com15 Jul 2014

German carmaker Volkswagen plans to invest Rs 1,500 crore in India over the next 6 years on various activities, including local production of engines, as it aims to consolidate position in the country.

Volkswagen hikes prices of Polo, Vento by up to 2.27%

Volkswagen hikes prices of Polo, Vento by up to 2.27%

Rediff.com28 Jan 2013

Post the increase in rates, the Polo will now be cost between Rs 492,000 and Rs 7,08,000, while the Vento will be priced at Rs 732,000-996,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Maruti's newer cars to offer better mileage

Maruti's newer cars to offer better mileage

Rediff.com2 Nov 2014

Known for its fuel efficient vehicles, car market leader Maruti Suzuki India is pushing it further to enhance mileage of its refreshed models.

The illustrious journey of India's 5 best selling cars

The illustrious journey of India's 5 best selling cars

Rediff.com1 Dec 2014

Some cars that are emblematic of India's automobile industry will no longer come off the assembly lines after this year.

First Honda, now Toyota too mulls hiking vehicle prices

First Honda, now Toyota too mulls hiking vehicle prices

Rediff.com7 Dec 2017

Due to the continued pressure of high costs, Toyota is considering a price increase of up to 3 per cent across models with effect from January.

New Indica D90: More power, more features

New Indica D90: More power, more features

Rediff.com10 Jan 2013

Tata Motors has added what the old Indica lacked. The new Indica D90 comes with Fiat sourced 90BHP Multi-Jet diesel engine that also powers Manza Club Class sedan. The automaker has also added features that are unmatched in its class.

Honda Brio automatic @ Rs 5.74 lakh

Honda Brio automatic @ Rs 5.74 lakh

Rediff.com18 Oct 2012

The company also introduced a new variant of the manual transmission version, priced at Rs 426,000.

Move over Toyota Innova, 5 new STUNNING MPVs are here!

Move over Toyota Innova, 5 new STUNNING MPVs are here!

Rediff.com23 Jan 2012

Almost every global brand is introducing its vehicles into the Indian car market.

All new Hyundai EON to cost below Rs 300,000

All new Hyundai EON to cost below Rs 300,000

Rediff.com12 Oct 2011

Apart from pricing it attractively, Hyundai has taken enough precaution to see that EON's quality, at no point, has been compromised.

Toyota to increase export market for Etios

Toyota to increase export market for Etios

Rediff.com11 Mar 2013

The company has launched the new version of Etios at a price range of Rs 545,000 and Rs 708,000 for the petrol variant and Rs 670,000 and Rs 815,000 (ex-showroom Delhi) for the diesel variant.

5 great cars will be launched this April

5 great cars will be launched this April

Rediff.com3 Apr 2012

Carmakers, both domestic and foreign are gearing up with their 'to do' list.

Why India's automobile business is like Bollywood

Why India's automobile business is like Bollywood

Rediff.com20 Oct 2020

What worked for Hyundai in India when so many other auto manufacturers have had to eat humble pie? Pavan Lall finds out.

The all-new Rs 388,000 Indica Vista is here

The all-new Rs 388,000 Indica Vista is here

Rediff.com25 Aug 2011

The new Tata Vista delivers a sedan-like experience.

Will speed up time-to-mkt for new products: Tata Motors

Will speed up time-to-mkt for new products: Tata Motors

Rediff.com29 Jan 2013

The company aims to be No. 1 domestic car maker.

Hyundai to hike car prices from Feb

Hyundai to hike car prices from Feb

Rediff.com16 Jan 2013

Hyundai Motor India will increase prices of its vehicles by up to Rs 20,000 across all models by February 1.

5 most popular sedans in India

5 most popular sedans in India

Rediff.com28 Jul 2011

Carmakers both domestic and foreign are lining up a slew of sedans to be launched sometime in the near future.

Maruti gets 6000 pre-launch bookings for new Alto 800

Maruti gets 6000 pre-launch bookings for new Alto 800

Rediff.com13 Oct 2012

The numbers are in sharp contrast to the demand the company's premium hatchback Maruti Suzuki Swift had seen.

Maruti Dzire beats Swift to be No. 2 highest selling car

Maruti Dzire beats Swift to be No. 2 highest selling car

Rediff.com24 May 2013

Despite the buyers' interest in Honda Amaze, the compact sedan managed to achieve good numbers.

Chevrolet Enjoy MPV caught testing in Mumbai

Chevrolet Enjoy MPV caught testing in Mumbai

Rediff.com18 Dec 2012

GM India's MPV contender Chevrolet Enjoy has been in the spyshots spotlight for sometime now.

Renault's 'Captur' to take on Ford EcoSport, Maruti XA Alpha

Renault's 'Captur' to take on Ford EcoSport, Maruti XA Alpha

Rediff.com9 Feb 2015

French carmaker Renault is developing an even smaller sport utility vehicle Captur after the successful launch of the Duster in 2012.

Chevrolet to launch 2 more cars in India, soon

Chevrolet to launch 2 more cars in India, soon

Rediff.com21 Nov 2012

Chevrolet started the year with Sail UVA hatchback and Enjoy MPV, and is the only automaker to have refreshed all its models within a span of one year.

Honda to 'Amaze' India with its first diesel model

Honda to 'Amaze' India with its first diesel model

Rediff.com20 Nov 2012

Apart from considering a sports utility vehicle on its premium hatchback Jazz platform, using the same 1.5 litre engine that will power the entry level sedan Amaze, R&D officials of the company said they are also working on smaller diesel engines keeping in mind the Indian market.

Cops on poll duty get meal from 'Namo Foods'

Cops on poll duty get meal from 'Namo Foods'

Rediff.com11 Apr 2019

Officials clarified that the food packets were procured from Namo Food Shop and not from any political party.

Honda India starts Brio exports to South Africa

Honda India starts Brio exports to South Africa

Rediff.com25 Oct 2012

The company plans to ship 1,600 unit of the hatchback by then of this financial year.

Toyota Etios Liva TRD Sportivo in India now

Toyota Etios Liva TRD Sportivo in India now

Rediff.com1 Aug 2012

This Sporty initiative by Japanese carmaker will definitely steal the hearts of numerous 'racing' enthusiasts across the country.

Nissan offers exciting sops on Micra, Sunny

Nissan offers exciting sops on Micra, Sunny

Rediff.com10 Oct 2012

Provides a unique weekly opportunity to get refund on the purchase and winning 500gms of gold.

GM India to launch 6 new models, pump in $500 mn

GM India to launch 6 new models, pump in $500 mn

Rediff.com19 Nov 2010

The company will launch six new vehicles -- a pick-up van, multi-seater van, hatchback, notchback, sports utility vehicle and multi-purpose vehicle.

Fiat starts work on small car, launches Linea 2012

Fiat starts work on small car, launches Linea 2012

Rediff.com4 Jan 2012

Italian car maker Fiat has started work on its small car for India.

Etios Liva set to hit roads, may start price war

Etios Liva set to hit roads, may start price war

Rediff.com22 Jun 2011

The Etios Liva would mark Toyota's entry into the highly popular premium hatchback segment.

Maruti finds Hyundai, Tata race past it in October

Maruti finds Hyundai, Tata race past it in October

Rediff.com2 Nov 2016

Strong festive demand in October helped carmakers register a seven-per cent volume growth in the domestic market, even as the largest player, Maruti Suzuki, reported low single-digit growth.

A car engine that unites rival brands

A car engine that unites rival brands

Rediff.com29 Mar 2012

The 1.3-litre multi-jet diesel engine powers more than a dozen models stretching across five companies including Maruti Suzuki's latest MUV.

Volkswagen may raise price of Polo, Vento by up to 3%

Volkswagen may raise price of Polo, Vento by up to 3%

Rediff.com24 Aug 2012

German auto-major Volkswagen is planning to increase price of its flagship hatchback Polo and mid-size sedan Vento by up to 3 per cent, sources said.

10 top searched cars in India

10 top searched cars in India

Rediff.com30 May 2012

Almost every international car brand is willing to launch its products here.

Maruti Swift or Renault Pulse: Which hatch to buy?

Maruti Swift or Renault Pulse: Which hatch to buy?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2012

Maruti Suzuki, the market leader famous for cost effective management in its products, will face the French carmaker.

Skoda Fabia Scout launched at Rs 6.79 lakh

Skoda Fabia Scout launched at Rs 6.79 lakh

Rediff.com25 Apr 2012

Skoda Auto has launched the awaited model Skoda Fabia 'Scout' in the country.

i30, i20: Hyundai unveils its star performers

i30, i20: Hyundai unveils its star performers

Rediff.com4 Feb 2016

In the US, the Hyundai i30 is marketed as the hatchback version of the Elantra sedan.