The bookings of the new vehicle, named Innova Crysta opened on Monday and deliveries will begin from May 13, 2016.
Japanese auto major Nissan unveiled its compact car redi-GO under the Datsun brand that will hit markets in June.
Renault, which had a market share of just over two per cent in the country last year, forayed in MPV segment on Apr 9 this year after launching 'Lodgy'.
The company would roll out the BS-VI range of products and an automatic transmission version of its latest car 'Triber' next year.
General Motors India on Tuesday increased vehicle prices by up to Rs 61,000 in order to partially offset the impact of rising input costs and expiry of reduced excise duty concessions.
Carmakers usually come up with such year-end announcements.
The recall will affect only the diesel variants of the two models.
The exercise is in keeping with SIAM's voluntary code on vehicle recall
Customers can also book the Datsun redi-GO online through Snapdeal.com
Among the cars unveiled at the Auto Expo on Wednesday was Mahindra and Mahindra's e-KUV for Rs 8.2 lakhs ex-showroom Delhi. With a single charge range of 150 km and a 55 min fast charging upto 80 pc, it was both a head-turner and a conversation-starter.
The diesel variants of the vehicle come with Smart Hybrid technology.
CIAL is all set to implement a high-end robotic security system with Canadian-built robotic equipment at an estimated Rs 12 crore (Rs 120 million).
Honda aims to sell 3 lakh units by 2017 from 1.34 lakh units achieved in 2013-14.
The 800cc five-speed manual transmission comes with a fuel economy of 25.17 kmpl
Market leaders Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai, who together control two-thirds of the domestic market, have not yet firmed up a decision on raising prices.
The company will be increasing the prices of its compact car Beat, SAIL and multi-purpose vehicle Enjoy by 1.5 per cent, which translates to a range of Rs 2,000 to Rs 10,000.
GM India said it has already sent individual letters.
The compact segment makes up for nearly 25 per cent of car sales in India.
The state transport department recently announced to give permit to 3,000 new taxis.
The recall will affect 2,910 units of the sedan version of Sail and 1,090 units of compact car variant of the model.
An exclusive sporty version -- RS diesel variant -- is priced at Rs 11.39,000 (ex-showroom Chennai).
An exclusive sporty version -- RS diesel variant -- is priced at Rs 11.39,000 (ex-showroom Chennai).
A number of companies, including Maruti Suzuki, Renault and Nissan, are giving gold coins to buyers who book cars by the month-end. There are other benefits as well, reports Ajay Modi.
Localisation for present-generation Hyundai cars will also rise from the average 85-90 per cent.
As the rupee continues its freefall against the dollar, cars, TVs, washing machines and other home appliances are set to cost more with companies set to hike prices to offset impact on their margins.
Every year, carmakers announce at the end of November or December their plans to increase prices of their vehicles by January.
Maruti Suzuki is offering cash discounts ranging from Rs 5,000 on its hatchback Celerio to Rs 35,000 on entry level Alto800.
Renault to launch MPV Lodgy to boost sale in India
GM India said customers will be able to book the Trailblazer on Amazon.in only from October 21-25, at a reservation deposit of Rs 25,000.
The first major pricing error was made by market leader Maruti Suzuki when it launched its first crossover the S Cross
Honda's Mobilio is a multi-purpose vehicle that, while being functional, oozes style.
The country's largest stainless steel maker Jindal Steel (Hisar) on Wednesday marked its foray into the defence sector by forging a pact with DRDO for transfer of technology relating to high-nitrogen steel for armour applications.
The new Tata Tigor, Datsun Go and Hero Xtreme 200R are hoping to use celebrity endorsers and gain a foothold in a segment that has been the stronghold of market leaders for several decades. But will it work?
It plans to increase India sales by a tenth, helped largely by launches next year
New Creta, petrol Vitarra Brezza.. A quick look at what went down at Auto Expo Day 2.
Marazzo, The Innova Crysta competitor
The company had identified some emission-related issue with Tavera and some quality issue with Sail.
Over seven lakh vehicles have been recalled by various manufacturers in India since 2012.
Over seven lakh vehicles have been recalled by various manufacturers in India since 2012.
General Motors' Tavera recall prompts Union government to formulate a stricter policy.