Lamborghini Gallardo LP 560-4

The Lamborghini Gallardo LP 560-4 is the latest version of car produced by the world’s famous Italian luxury sports car manufacturer. This latest version is often called as the Lamborghini Gallardo. The number 560 in the code name represents the horsepower that the engine offers. The enlarged and redesigned cooling system coincides with the demands put forth by the engine. The key attention seeking structure which makes the profile of the car rather signatures are the redesigned spoilers and the aerodynamically designed body. A rather more redesigned version of the automatic e-gear transmission system is seen in the latest version of the Lamborghini Gallardo. The on-road price of this luxury car ranges from Rs. 1,55,00,000 to Rs. 2,20,00,000.

Exterior

The new Lamborghini Gallardo LP 560-4 combines the aggressive and muscular sportiness of the shape with the elegance and simplicity of its contours. The redesigned front end is charactrised by triangular and trapezoidal forms-two shapes which are quite typical of the Lamborghini design language. The vehicle also gets larger air intakes in the front along with the new 19 inch “Apollo polished” alloy wheels, painted in matt black and spokes in polished silver which makes the side view of the car even more eye catching than the previous models.

The rear of the LP 570-4 gets even better with a design emphasizing on the horizontal orientation, which is quite evident from the triangular and trapezoidal shape of the rear lamps. Also the exhaust gets even a wider surface area, thereby improving the thermodynamic efficiency of the car. The turning base of this luxurious car is just 5.7 meters. The adjustable headlights and the fog lights ensure that maximum vision  is promised to the  driver while driving in adverse conditions. The power adjustable exterior rear view mirror which could be electronically folded adds in extra detail to the car. The overall dimension of the car includes a height of 1165mm, width of 1900mm and length of 4345mm.

Lamborghini Gallardo LP 560-4 Colours

Lamborghini Gallardo LP 560-4 comes with the following colour options:

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  Blu Hera


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  Rosso Andromeda


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  Azzurro Aquarius


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  Blu Nova


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  Grigio Telesto


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  Giallo Evros


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  Oro Adonis


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  Bianco Isis


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  Grigio Avlon


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  Nero Aldebaran


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  Giallo Orion


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  Nero Noctis


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  Verde Ithaca


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  Arancio Atlas

Interior

The car is equipped to accomodate only 2 people. This in itself provides a rather comfortable and  luxurious  seating experience to the passengers. The power steering facility of the car ensures full  control of the car in the driver’s hand. The instrument cluster includes automatic climate control system, control to check the air quality, remote trunk opener, remote controlled fuel lid opener, low fuel warning light, accessory power outlet, trunk light and it also has a vanity mirror. The cup holders in the front make sure that safe and efficient space is provided to hold the cup without getting  the substance spilled across. Other interior features which makes the car rather extraordinary is the presence of heater, adjustable steering column, tachometer to keep track of the engine’s RPM, electronic multi-trip meter, a large glove compartment, digital display of clock and outside temperature as well as the presence of digital odometer.

Safety

The carbon –ceramic disc braking system utilizes eight piston Brembo calipers in the front, and the presence of four piston calipers at the rear side eventually increases the value of the car. The height adjustable seat belts ensure that the passengers are kept safe whenever the car is on the run. The heated seats on the front ensure that the passengers get the warmth they wanted while driving in adverse climates. The lumbar seat support makes sure that the driver has never experienced the tiredness while going for long distance driving. The multifunction steering wheel helps in focusing the driver’s attention on the road rather than occupying themselves with other tasks. Other safety features include Anti- Lock Braking system with Brake Assist, central locking feature, power door and child safety door locks, anti-theft alarm system, front and side airbags for passengers, day and night rear view mirror, door ajar and seat belt warning, impact beams on the side and front, keyless entry, tyre pressure monitor and crash sensors.

Engine & Performance

The Lamborghini Gallardo LP 560-4 is powered by a 5.2L V-10 DOHC engine that delivers a total of 552 HP at 8,000 rpm and a maximum torque of 398 lb-ft at 6,500 rpm. The car gets both automatic as well as manual gear transmission with six speed gearbox. The maximum speed reachable in this car is 201 mph while reaching 0-60 mph in 3.7 seconds.

Conclusion

With a price tag of INR 1.5-2.2 crores, the Lamborghini Gallardo LP 560-4 is undoubtedly an extraordinary and safe sports car which delivers high class driving precision as well as effectiveness thanks to its 4WD concept. Also just like the other Gallardo models the 560-4 too consists of sport, luxury, functionality and ergonomic features which makes sure that the driver can fully focus on this driving while on the roads.

Porsche Cayman

A limited black edition of the Porsche Cayman has been launched, in 2012, by the world class luxury car manufacturer, the Porsche. About 500 units of the car were only produced during this time in India. The brilliance in the performance the car has offered is contributed by the 6 cylinders and the 3.4 liter engine capacity. The car offers an engine power of 330bhp at the rate of 7400rpm, which is noticed to be 10bhp more than that of the normal Cayman. The ex-showroom price for this limited version of Porsche Cayman ranges from Rs. 62 - 75.7 lakhs.

Exterior

The design of the all new Porsche Cayman is quite distinctive and befitting for the sporty profile of the car. Concave and convex curves molds up the shape of the car and the styling that has been used in this version is something that has never been imagined before. The elongated air pipes in the front give a touch of perfectionism in case of performance capability and the design is quite refreshed. A sturdy stance of the car is offered by the proportional perfection of the front apron and the lid spoiler is found to be reimbursed. The front axle is seen to be a little squeezed to bring out the hidden beauty. The front wings, the headlights, LED lights and fog lights give the car a far sportier outlook. The overall width, height and length of the car are 1801mm, 1294mm and 4380 mm respectively. The ground clearance offered by the car is 110mm.

  

Porsche Cayman Colours

Porsche Cayman comes with the following colour options:

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  Carrara White


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  Platinum Silver


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  Black


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  Ruby Red


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  Dark Blue


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  Meteor Grey


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  Basalt Black


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  Guards Red


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  Macadamia


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  GT Silver

Interior

With the large windows, dome shaped roofs and low seating position, Porsche Cayman provides an airy atmosphere and thus it is designed to be driven 365 days a year. The driver’s seat is designed such that the driver experiences the ultimate comfort and all the controls are at the reach of the driver. The is a luggage compartment at the front and a rather  luxurious luggage space at the rear end.  The centrally placed instrument cluster includes an analogue Rev counter with speedometer and a display with key info from the on-board computer. The three spoke steering wheel comes equipped with an airbag. The steering wheel has leather covering and suitable multifunctional keys embedded on it. The seats are Alcantara upholstered to ensure complete comfort to the passengers.

  

Engine & Performance

Porsche Cayman comes in two petrol variants – 2.9L and 3.4L. Both these engines are mid-mounted. The 2.9L six cylinder, 24 valve petrol engine is capable of producing a maximum power of 275bhp at 7400rpm and a maximum torque of 290Nm at 4500-6500rpm. This engine carries a six speed manual transmission gearbox. The 3.4L six cylinder, 34 valve direct fuel injection petrol engine can generate a peak power of 320bhp at 7200rpm and peak torque of 370Nm at 4750rpm.

Safety

The all new Porsche Cayman comes equipped with a number of safety features to ensure that the passengers are in complete safety during the drive. The Hill start assist system together with the PDK transmission makes sure that the drive is comfortable and smooth. The car has a very light weighted suspension system with transverse links and the spring struts at the front and the rear ends. The car comes with the PASM feature or the Porsche Active Suspension Management, which is an electronic damping control that helps in ensuring direct steering while its movement through damp regions. The magnificence of the steering wheel is much experienced at tight corners and while parking the car.

  

Specifications

Features	Base Petrol Variant (5.0L V8)	High Diesel Variant (3.0L V6)
Engine	2893cc, 6 Cylinder, 24 Valve	3436cc, 6 Cylinder, 24 Valve
Transmission	Manual	Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity	64 L	64 L
Power	275bhp @ 7400rpm	320bhp @ 7200rpm
Torque	290Nm @ 4500-6500rpm	370Nm @ 4750rpm
Mileage (City/Highway)	6.3/9.0 km	6.3/9.0 km

Price

Version	Ex-Showroom Price
Porsche Cayman 2.9L	Rs. 62,07,311
Porsche Cayman S	Rs. 70,43,432
Porsche Cayman S Black Edition	Rs. 75,45,487
Porsche Cayman R	Rs. 75,74,923

Jaguar XJ

The Jaguar has unveiled their latest luxurious car, the Jaguar XJ Ultimate, at the Beijing Motor Show 2012. It is commonly defined as luxury on wheels. The key factors which distinguish itself from the rest of the luxury cars are the powerful engines and the lavish interiors with innovative designs. This new car comes equipped with supercharged AJ 8-Cylinder V GEN III petrol engine with four valve technology. The luxury sedan is equipped with sophisticated technology and other features to go in accordance with the innovative design and structure. The ex-showroom price for this car ranges from Rs. 90.7 – 103.7 lakhs.

Exterior

The lightweight body of Jaguar XJ ensures that less fuel consumption is made and better quality in handling and safety is offered. The sweeping roofline and the swept back Xenon light clusters come together with this sport coupe with four doors. The wider bonnet and the powerful looking wheels add to the aerodynamic feel to the sedan. The adaptive front lights corner lamps and the LED signature lights make the front profile of the car sexier and attention seeking. Electrically adjustable exterior mirrors with power folding, courtesy puddle lamps with auto dimming capability and memory function, windscreen that could be heated, windscreen wipers with rain sensing function, rear windows that could be heated, front and rear parking camera aid are some of the features that make one go crazy over the look of the car. The overall dimensions of the car include width of 2110mm, height of 1448mm and length of 5247mm. The wheel base of the car is about 3175mm.

 

Jaguar XJ Colours

Jaguar XJ comes with the following colour options:

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  Porcelain White


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  Liquid Silver


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  Ultimate Black


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  Claret Metallic


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  Frost Blue


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  Ebony


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  Pearl Grey


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  Cashmere


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  Botanical Green


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  Spectrum Blue


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  Lunar Grey


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  Caviar Metallic


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  Vapour Grey


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  Indigo Metallic

Interior

The driver’s seat of Jaguar XJ is equipped with all those features that one would look in any luxury car together with ample comforts. The seat is designed to fit in the driver comfort by providing a luxurious head and leg space. The three spoke steering wheel is equipped with all the multifunctions to ensure that the driver doesn’t need to try hard to operate the instruments within. Premium carpet mats are present in both the front and the rear seats. However, the front and the rear seat are upholstered in soft leather. The sunroof can be opened automatically. Another outstanding feature of the car is the presence of bathing light. The inside of the car turns blue at night and thus the luxurious internal space is highlighted. The cup holders at the front and the rear seats and also in the arm rests make sure water is not spilled inside the sedan.

 

Engine & Performance

Jaguar XJ comes in two variants - petrol and diesel. The petrol variant is equipped with one of the most powerful engines in this car segment. The 5.0 litre V8 petrol engine can produce a maximum power of 385bhp at 6500rpm and a maximum torque of 515Nm at 3500rpm. This engine is coupled with fully adaptive shift system comprising of electronically controlled steering wheel operated six-speed automatic transmission. In addition to this base petrol variant, the Englishmen have developed a 5.0 litre V8 supercharged engine which is capable of producing a peak power of 510bhp at 6000-6500rpm and a peak torque of 625Nm at 2500-5500rpm. The 3.0 litre V6 diesel variant can produce a maximum power of 275bhp at 4000rpm and a maximum torque of 600Nm at 2000rpm.

Safety

The pedestrian contact sensor, three flash land indicators, dual airbags in the driver and passenger seats, air bag side curtain, whiplash protection system at the front, front and rear seat belt reminder are some of the safety features that come embedded in the latest version of the Jaguar XJ. Adaptive Dynamics, electric parking brakes, automatic speed limiter within cruise control, dynamic stability control, TRAC DSC mode, air suspension and quick ratio power steering are other additional features that ensure complete safety of the passengers within. The Anti Locking Brake System with Brake Assist ensures that the car is put to halt as soon as the driver applies the brakes.

 

Specifications

Features	Base Petrol Variant (5.0L V8)	High Diesel Variant (3.0L V6)
Engine	5000cc, 8 Cylinder, 32 Valve	2993cc, 6 Cylinder, 24 Valve
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	87 L	87 L
Power	385bhp @ 6500rpm	275bhp @ 4000rpm
Torque	515Nm @ 3500rpm	600Nm @ 2000rpm
Mileage (City/Highway)	5.8/10.5 km	6.4/11.1 km

Price

Version	Ex-Showroom Price
Jaguar XJ 5.0L V8 (Petrol)	Rs. 90,68,729
Jaguar XJ 5.0L V8 Supercharged (Petrol)	Rs. 112,32,433
Jaguar XJ 3.0L V6 (Diesel)	Rs. 94,34,912

Mercedes-Benz B Class

On 18th September, 2012 the Mercedes-Benz India had introduced their first front wheel drive car, the Mercedes-Benz B Class. The design of the car is inspired from that of the Mercedes-Benz R Class which had become a massive hit in the Indian market. The Mercedes Benz is one of the famous luxury car manufacturers across the world. The character lines on the B Class doors are sharp and the signature three tine grille at the front makes the car rather more attractive and perfect. Just like the front view, the rear view is also simply incomparably magnificent with the tail lights and they are fabricated on car with complete poise. The ex-showroom price for this version ranges from Rs. 21.5 – 24.9 lakhs.

Exterior

The all new Mercedes-Benz B Class is aerodynamically designed to look magnificent and perfect for flowing over the road. This version looks more like an outgrown hatchback with the significant and interesting design which make one go crazy over the car just with the first look. The front profile of this car has a sweeping bonnet with stylish front grille with a dash of chrome to it. The signature logo of Mercedes, the three pointed star, is embedded in the front radiator grille which gives an overall new profile to the car. The car falls in the Multipurpose Vehicle category, despite of the small size of the car. The radiator grille is flanked with the headlight cluster which has high intensity Bi-Xenon headlamps which has a strip of LED lighting in it. The body colored front bumper has an air dam to keep the engine cool and also has a pair of bright LED lights. This however increases the visibility of the driver in adverse and imperfect conditions. The overall length of the car is 4359mm, width is 1786mm and height is 1557mm. The wheelbase of this car is 2699mm.

     

Interior

The seating arrangement of Mercedes-Benz B Class is rather more luxurious and spacious which can comfortably accommodate five passengers. The high quality upholstery is continued from the seats to the power steering wheel, the gear lever and the hand-brake lever. The central console has wood trimming to make the console rather more elegant and attractive. Chrome outlines are provided for the AC vents to give a rather elegant outlook to the interior. The Multi Information Display screen has a number of notifications, warning lights and various navigation options to make the ride rather more fascinating. The powerful and dynamic stereo system, MP3 player, and speakers add in detail to the interiors. The storage system has a rather large glove compartment, cup and bottle holders, map storage compartment behind the front seats and sun visors with mirrors are some of the additional features that ensure an elegant and comfortable drive.

     

Engine & Performance

As of now, Mercedes-Benz B Class comes only in one petrol variant. However, the Germans have decided t launch the diesel variant in India sometime this year. The petrol variant is powered by 1.6 litre 4 cylinder turbo engine with seven speed dual clutch transmission which is capable of producing a maximum power of 122bhp at 5000rpm and a maximum torque of 200Nm at 1250-4000rpm. Mercedes has not left a single stone unturned when it comes to handling of this hatchback. The high performance gearbox with gear shifts gives a smooth and hassle-free riding to this car.

Safety

The safety features which are inbuilt to make the Mercedes-Benz B Class safe and secure for the passengers include the seven airbags which ensure safety of the whole passengers in case of a massive collision. The Antilock Braking System has additional acceleration skid control and electronic stability program to ensure complete security of the car when suddenly brake is applied. Collision control system, attention assists, height adjustable ELR seat belts, hill and hold descent control, engine immobilizer and anti-theft alarm system are some of the additional safety features to ensure complete safety of both the passengers and the body of the MPV as a whole.

     

Specifications

Features	Base Petrol (B180)	Sports Petrol (B180 Sports)**
Engine	1595cc, 4 Cylinder, 16 Valve	1595cc, 4 Cylinder, 16 Valve
Transmission	Auomatic	Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	50 L	50 L
Power	122bhp @ 5000rpm	122bhp @ 5000rpm
Torque	200Nm @ 1250-4000rpm	200Nm @ 1250-4000rpm
Mileage (City/Highway)	11.2/14.8 km	11.2/14.8 km

**The Sports variant has additional features like leather seats, leather steering wheel, front and rear fog lights, sunroof, audio system remote control, side airbag-rear and Xenon headlamps.

Price

Version	Ex-Showroom Price
Mercedes-Benz B Class B180	Rs. 21,73,176
Mercedes-Benz B Class B180 Sports	Rs. 25,14,979

BMW 3 Series

When luxury meets utility to give the maximum comfortable driving experience, you get the BMW 3 Series as the ultimate end result. The bold interiors and the athletic body ensure power over the road. The 320i and 330i are the petrol variants offered by this series which produces a maximum torque of 200 Nm at 3600rpm and 300 Nm at 4000 rpm respectively. The 320i variant has four cylinders of 2.0 L which offers an engine power of 115KW and the 330i variant has six cylinders of 3.0 L, which offers an engine power of 190KW. The on-road price for this series, including; petrol and diesel variants, ranges from Rs. 28.9 – 66.2 lakhs.

Exterior

The front radiator grille of the BMW 3 Series is kidney shaped, which is yet another signature mark apart from their logo. The radiator grille has 11 slats which have a chrome finishing. The black colored air intake provides a glossy outlook to the car. The xenon powered headlamps is embedded in the large and aggressive headlight cluster which provides both low and high beams. More advanced features and technologies are used in the headlight cluster as well. They have four LED light rings around them. The fog lamps are embedded on the front bumper which is body colored and is given glossy profile to the surrounding as well to match with the designer look of the car. The overall length of the car is 4624mm, width is 2031mm and height is 1429mm. The ground clearance offered by this car is 140mm.

    

BMW 3 Series Colours

BMW 3 Series comes with the following colour options:

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  Alpine White


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  Orion Silver


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  Black


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  Melbourne Red


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  Liquid Blue


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  Havanna


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  Black Sapphire


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  Mineral White


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  Sparkling Bronze


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  Imperial Blue


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  Mineral Grey

Interior

The exceptionally comfortable interior spacing and the luxurious seat arrangements makes BMW 3 Series outstanding from the rest of the cars which fall under this category. The spacious legroom, shoulder room and headroom give an ultimate driving experience to all of the passengers. The car is designed to comfortably fit five passengers. The aluminum finished door sill has a BMW logo on the front. The interior design includes wood trim which is burled with walnut inlays together with pearl gloss chrome to make the interior rather more fascinating and exceptional. Dakota Black leather and Move cloth Amber are the two variant options from which the customers can choose from. The steering wheel, gear lever and hand brake area are covered with the leather upholstery. The AC units and the radio controls embedded in the central console have a glossy chrome trim which add detail to it. Speedometer, Rev counter, fuel gauge, oil temperature, other displays which provide outside temperature and on-board computer functions together constitute the central console.

    

Engine & Performance

BMW 3 Series comes in three engine options; two variants for a twin-scroll turbocharger petrol engine (320i and 330i) and one variant for diesel engine. The 320i engine is powered with a 1997cc petrol engine capable of producing a maximum power of 245bhp at 5000-6500rpm and a maximum torque of 200Nm at 3600rpm whereas the 330i engine generates a peak power of 405bhp at 6600rpm and a peak torque of 300Nm at 2500-4000rpm. The diesel variant comes in 8-speed automatic transmission gearbox displacing 1995cc and produces a maximum power of 184bhp at 4000rpm and a maximum torque of 380Nm at 1750-2750rpm.

Safety

The BMW 3 Series has all the safety features to ensure an ultimate driving experience and maximum comfort to the passengers. Air bags are provided for the driver and co-passenger.  Head airbags for the rear passengers, Antilock Braking System, Dynamic Traction Control, Concerning Brake Control, Integrated side impact protection, Run Flat Indicator, Bumper with aluminum and steel impact absorbers, Safety Battery terminal clamp, ergonomic seat belt system, inertia rear seat belt and warning triangle with first aid kit are some of the safety features which is ensuring safety to the passengers. In addition to these features, 3 point seat belt for all of the rear seat passengers, belt tensioners and belt force limiter are also provided to ensure high class safety to the passengers.

    

Specifications

Features	Petrol (320i)	Petrol (330i)	Diesel (320d)
Engine	1997cc, 6 Cylinder, 24 Valve	1997cc, 6 Cylinder, 24 Valve	1995cc, 6 Cylinder, 24 Valve
Transmission	Auomatic	Automatic	Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	57 L	57 L	57 L
Power	245bhp @ 5000-6500rpm	405bhp @ 6600rpm	184bhp @ 4000rpm
Torque	200Nm @ 3600rpm	300Nm @ 2500-4000rpm	380Nm @ 1750-2750rpm
Mileage (City/Highway)	6.5/10.9 km	6.1/10.3 km	11.2/13.2 km

Price

Version	Ex-Showroom Price
BMW 3 Series 320d	Rs. 29,10,163
BMW 3 Series 320d Luxury Line	Rs. 32,06,000
BMW 3 Series 320d Sport	Rs. 32,06,000
BMW 3 Series 320d Luxury Plus	Rs. 37,55,600
BMW 3 Series 328i Sport Line	Rs. 38,57,378
BMW 3 Series 330d Convertible	Rs. 65,85,022

Audi A4

In 2012, the well known German manufacturer, the Audi had unveiled their new hybrid sedan, the Audi A4 sedan. This variety has been manufactured by incorporating mild changes in both their exterior and interior constituents and designs. Even the engines of this new series have been tweaked a little bit with advanced technology and design. Since the advanced technology in the auto world, the engine is capable of providing much higher efficiency and the interiors provide greater luxury and comfort. The German manufacturer is regarded as the fastest growing luxury car provider. The on-road price for this version ranges from Rs. 29.7 – 40.8 lakhs.

Exterior

The overall profile of Audi A4 has been modified by providing a midlife facelift. The major highlights of the car start right from the front which is stuffed with stylish features. The bonnet, bumper and the running lamps have been refurnished to provide the exact sporty outlook to the car. The Audi signature signal is embedded in the front grille, which is made rather broad to hold the symbol intact. The trapezium inspired shape of the headlights even mark an exceptional outlook to the car. The creases on the side profile goes smoothly with the attention seeking profile of the sedan. The overall length of the car is 4701mm; width is 2040mm and height 1427mm. The ground clearance offered by 128mm.

   

Audi A4 Colours

Audi A4 comes with the following colour options:

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  Ibis White


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  Ice Silver


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  Phantom Black


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  Brilliant Red


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  Moonlight Blue


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  Teak Brown

Interior

The interiors of the new sedan Audi A4 mark a perfect blend of professionalism and workmanship. The electronics of the car are placed in the center and the upholstery is that of pure leather. The lighting that is provided inside of the car manages to give the premium lighting feature which provides an ambient outlook to the interiors. The dual-zone climate control ensures that the interior is made cool as per the preference. The instrument panel in the center has an LCD display which is placed on the top of the instrument panel. The Drive Select technology ensures that the driver is at maximum comfort while driving.

   

Engine & Performance

Audi A4 comes in three engine variants – one petrol and two diesel. The petrol variant is powered by a 1.8 litre TFSI engine which is capable of producing a maximum of 170bhp power at 3800-6200rpm and a maximum of 250Nm at 1400-3700rpm with an average mileage of 15.5 kmpl. The diesel variants come in 2.0 litre TDI and 3.0 litre TDI engine options. While the former produces a peak power of 143bhp at 4200rpm and a peak torque of 320Nm at 1750-2500rpm, the latter is capable of producing a maximum power of 245bhp at 4000-4500rpm and a maximum torque of 500Nm at 1400-3250rpm.

Safety

The speed dependent power assistance by the electromechanical steering capability of the Audi A4 ensures a maximum comfort to the passengers. The security features offered by the sedan ensures that maximum security and support is provided for the passengers, as well as the body of the sedan, in case of occurrence of any collisions.  The remote key locking system, car sports central and ABS system also ensure complete safety to the passengers. Air bags are provided for the front passengers and the rear passengers to ensure full safety of the passengers in case of impacts.

   

Specifications

Features	Petrol (1.8 TFSI)	Diesel (2.0 TDI Multitronic)	Diesel (3.0 TDI Quattro)
Engine	1798cc, 4 Cylinder, 16 Valve	1968cc, 4 Cylinder, 16 Valve	2967cc, 6 Cylinder, 24 Valve
Transmission	Auomatic	Automatic	Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity	61 L	61 L	61 L
Power	170bhp @ 3800-6200rpm	143bhp @ 4200rpm	245bhp @ 4000-4500rpm
Torque	250Nm @ 1400-3700rpm	320Nm @ 1750-2500rpm	500Nm @ 1400-3250rpm
Mileage (City/Highway)	12.3/15.6 km	12.4/15.2 km	11.5/15.0 km

Price

Version	Ex-Showroom Price
Audi A4 1.8 TFSI	Rs. 29,40,188
Audi A4 2.0 TDI Multitronic	Rs. 29,38,000
Audi A4 3.0 TDI Quattro	Rs. 40,79,000

Hyundai HCD-14 Genesis Concept

The 2013 North American International Auto Show came up with some of the cool & best looking concept car which has gained the attention of automobile lovers around the world. One among them is the Hyundai HCD-14 Genesis Concept which is meant to represent the company’s design direction for its future premium vehicles. This concept has already won the “Best Concept” award in its 2013 NAIAS Editor’s choice Awards held in Detroit. And according to John Krafcik, president and CEO of Hyundai Motor America “The success which the company has achieved with Genesis and Equus from the past five years have paved the way for a new generation of rear-wheel drive premium products. Hyundai HCD-14 Genesis gives a hint of the design direction we'll be taking, and an indication of the focus we're placing on driving dynamics and technology."

Exterior

The Hyundai HCD-14 Genesis Concept adopts the same famous fluidic design concept but is more precise, which in turn conveys a liquid-metal design language as well as a craftsmanship quality which makes the car shine like a gemstone. Onto the front this concept gets a bold look with brushed metal grilles and thin LED headlamps. From the side the concept looks more like a classic rear drive sport sedan because of an extended dash-to-axle length, short overhang and large diameter wheels which consists of a mix of premium lightweight alloys and carbon fibers surrounding the void spaces in the wheel. Finally the rear too gets a jaw dropping looks with heat extractor design that integrates seamlessly with the exterior mirror design.

Interior

Just as the exterior, the interior of the Hyundai HCD-14 Genesis Concept catches the attention of anyone who looks into it. The car has a rear-hinged configuration, with a single oversized, brushed aluminium hinge coming out directly from the rear door cutline. When both the doors are open, this car has an inviting and spacious cabin ambience. The dashboard has an instrument panel with gauges that provides data via a fusion of both analog and digital sources. Also the driver focused cockpit offers an asymmetrical center stack, with critical driving functions separated from passenger comfort functions. This also includes an iPad tablet storage place which keeps it safe even when one is driving the car in spirited mood.

Engine & Performance

Inspite of being a concept, Hyundai has decided to make the car drivable as well. Powered by the award winning 5.0 L Hyundai Tau V8 engine, with direct injection and Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing (D-CVVT), this engine delivers impressive power, low emissions and superb efficiency. Mated to a 8 speed automatic transmission, which can be operated via paddle shifters, the Hyundai HCD-14 Genesis is tuned to give minimal backpressure, maximum high rpm and an unforgettable driving experience.

Conclusion

The Hyundai HCD-14 Genesis is just a concept car as of now. But the way the company has shared its named with its current premium sedan, it seems that certain featured from the car may be implemented onto future production cars.

Volvo XC60

Volvo XC60 is the new entry level variant from the famous Swedish automobile manufacturer, Volvo. It is the new luxury compact SUV which is stuffed with advanced technologies, comfort, performance and style. This innovative car from Volvo has been awarded “SUV of the year” in U.K., “best SUV over $40,000” in Australia, “Paul Pietsch Award for City Safety” in Germany, has reached the Indian soil to work out their magic as a completely comfortable and secure SUV. The ex-showroom price of this SUV ranges from Rs. 35.25-42.65 lakhs. The XC60 has a coinciding technology as that of the Land RoverFreelander and shares the platform of Volvo Y20 version.

Exterior

The front design of the Volvo XC60 is what gives them a majestic crossover profile. The grille has the logo spreading across them. The lower grille has a design opposite to that of the upper region. It is designed with a honeycomb design. The headlights are in the shape of the human eye which gives a notion that the car is looking back at you. The fog lamps at the front is quite small when compared to its competitors. A blended compact outlook of Volvo V70 and XC70 with a minor change is what you will observe from the front view of the car. The rear front mirror, in addition to the body color has a gray shade on the outside. The gray shading is also seen in LED indicators, door handles and sides of the front bumper. The rear profile is completely different from that of the front, due to the style, design and shape. The rear tail lamps are lengthier and are vertically placed.  LED brake light is present at the spoiler too. The overall length of the car is 4627mm, width is 1891mm and height is 1733mm. The wheel base of the SUV is 2774mm.

      

Volvo XC60 Colours

Volvo XC60 comes with the following colour options:

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  Ice White


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  Black Sapphire


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  Electric Silver


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  Terra Bronze


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  Caspian Blue

Interior

The textile upholstery of the Volvo XC60 could be opted by one’s choice. This is the key feature which makes the SUV simply exceptional from the rest of the competitors. The interior is made of high class leather which comes with a number of options for the steering wheel, gear knob as well as in mats.  This ensures that the passengers obtain maximum comfort and luxurious feeling while having a drive. Power windows for front and rear seats, separate AC vents, comfort pillow, rear seat cover, electric heater, sunshade rear window, electric compartment heater, mud flaps, electric cooler and heater box are some of the additional features that make the SUV incomparable.

      

Engine & Performance

Volvo XC60 comes only in diesel as of now. All the diesel variants have six speed automatic transmission gear box and are powered with a 2400cc engine and 5 cylinders. The D3 Kinetic variant is propelled by 5 cylinder turbo-charged diesel engine which is capable of producing a maximum power of 175bhp at 4000rpm and a maximum torque of 420Nm at 1500-2750rpm. The D5 variant comes with manual and six speed geartronic transmission which can produce a maximum power of 205bhp at 4000rpm and a maximum torque of 420Nm at 1500-3250rpm.

Safety

Steering of the wheel starts as the speed increases and this speed dependent steering makes driving of Volvo XC60 easier. There are a number of safety and security features that ensure complete safety of the passengers. Adaptive cruise control with distance alert system, Collision warning with Auto Brake, Lane Departure warning, Active Bending Lights, Trailer Stability Assist, Front fog lamps, DSTC anti-kid system, Warning triangle, Ready alert brakes and Tire Pressure Monitoring System, ABS with Hydraulic Brake Assist, RSC active stability system, IDIS intelligent driver information system are some of the safety features which makes the car exceptional. The 360 degrees laminated windows, lockable wheel bolts, level sensor and Volvo on call are some of the accessory exceptional features.

      

Specifications

Features	Base Variant (D3 Kinetic)	Top End Variant (D5)
Engine	1985cc, 5 Cylinder, 20 Valve	1985cc, 5 Cylinder, 20 Valve
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	70 L	70 L
Power	175bhp @ 4000rpm	205bhp @ 4000rpm
Torque	420Nm @ 1500-2750rpm	420Nm @ 1500-3250rpm
Mileage (City/Highway)	11.3/14.7 km	10.2/13.5 km

Price

Version	Ex-Showroom Price
Volvo XC60 D3 Kinetic (Diesel)	Rs. 33,02,000
Volvo XC60 D3 Summum (Diesel)	Rs. 35,09,000
Volvo XC60 D5	-