Honda will be getting three new models in India, one is the Jazz, second is its City and third will be the Mobilio. The Mobilio is the MPV, and other two are known already. We drove the Jazz and got to see the Mobilio and the Vezel. The Vezel is another SUV that will be making its way into India in 2015. This week was packed with action as we witnessed the Tokyo and the Los Angeles Motor Show. The major launches were of the Jaguar F-TYPE, the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Final Edition and the Porsche Macan. We had an interesting week, and next week will be more interesting as the next-generation City will be unveiled in India.
Honda had showcased the new Jazz and we get our hands on it, as we fly to Japan to try out this new generation hatchback from the Japanese automaker. This is the new Jazz and the City is based on this same platform too. We drive the new Jazz and share our initial driving impressions of the new Jazz. We drive the petrol and the hybrid version for a very short time. Read further to know how good is the Jazz.
First came the Honda Brio, then the Amaze and now we have an MPV based on this platform and it is the Mobilio. This is the first MPV we will see from Honda for the Indian car market and this will be positioned somewhere between the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga and the Toyota Innova and will come in petrol and diesel options. The Honda Mobilio is a seven-seater that is based on the Brio platform.
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT Final Edition unveiled
Mercedes-Benz has introduced the SLS AMG GT Final Edition at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The last slot of the iconic model will be available in a limited series of 350 units as either in a Coupe or a Roadster form. Once 350 units have been built, production of the SLS AMG model series will come to an end.
Jaguar F-Type Coupe unveiled at the LA Motor Show
Jaguar, the ultra-luxury carmaker has finally revealed the all new F-Type Coupe at the LA Motor Show. The company described the beast as the most dynamically capable, performance-based sports car that Jaguar has ever produced. Surprisingly, it is costlier than its Convertible sibling. It is available in three version- F-Type R, F-Type S and the F-Type.
India-bound Honda Urban SUV revealed, named as VEZEL
Honda, the Japanese automaker has finally unveiled the much-anticipated Urban SUV, named as VEZEL at the Tokyo Motor Show. The vehicle will go on sale in Japan on December 20, 2013, and will also make its way to the Indian car market.
Fiat opens three showrooms in Mumbai
FIAT Group Automobiles India Pvt. Ltd inaugurated its independent and exclusive dealerships at Mumbai today. Torrid Motors showroom is located at Times Square, Western Express Highway, Andheri East, Mumbai. With the launch of Torrid Motors at Andheri, two more showrooms, Esskay Motors at Prabhadevi and Balaji Cars at Navi Mumbai have also kick started the exclusive dealerships from today onwards. FIAT has already started operations in its exclusive showroom in Thane early this year.
New 2014 Honda Jazz- Gallery
CarDekho has been constantly informing you about Honda plans for the Indian car market. The company will launch four new products - new Honda Jazz, Brio based MPV (aka Mobilio), New Honda City and a Jazz based compact crossover. New Honda Jazz has already been launched in Japan, and will make its way to India by the early 2014. It will be showcased at the next year's Indian Auto Expo.
Skoda introduces new Octavia 1.8 Ambition model at Rs. 16.85 lakh
Skoda India has silently launched a new base 1.8 Ambition petrol model of the recently launched new Octavia. It has been priced at Rs. 16.85 lakh (ex-showroom, Mumbai). The bookings of the new model has been commenced, while the deliveries will start from early January.
Honda will have a designed for Indian market product
Post the launch of the Honda Vezel in Tokyo, we got an opportunity to meet the top management of Honda Asia. This included Mr Takanobu ITO President,CEO and Representative Director; Mr Hiroshima Kobayashi, Managing Officer; and Mr Yoshiyuki Matsumoto, Managing Officer. The Vezel will come to India in 2015 mostly and it will be made available with a 1.5-litre petrol and 1.5-litre Diesel engine options.
Mercedes-AMG reveals the new Concept GLA 45 AMG
Mercedes-AMG presents the concept GLA 45 AMG at the Los Angeles International Auto Show. It features an exciting bold, distinctive design and is powered by the most muscular four-cylinder engine in series production anywhere in the world. It is powered by an AMG 2.0-litre turbocharged engine that churns out a massive power output of 360bhp and 450Nm of peak torque.
New Honda Vezel Urban SUV- Gallery
The production version of Honda Urban SUV has been unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show. Named as Honda Vezel, the crossover gets appealing body design, which features prominent curves, low roofline, broader stance and rear door handles on C-Pillars that gives a couple like profile. The vehicle sports the company's new EXCITING H DESIGN!!! philosophy, features large wheels, sharp headlamps, stoplights, more prominent grille that give the SUV a more aggressive stance.
In conversation with Alister Whelan- Chief Designer
Ian Callum heads the Designing department for Jaguar, however it is Alister who finalizes the design for production. What design changes are to be implemented are decided by this man, who ensured that most of the elements from the C-X16 get transferred into the final version. So, we speak to Alister Whelan and understand his thoughts on the F-TYPE Coupe that was unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show and Los Angeles Motor Show simultaneously.
Renault could launch an automatic and 4x4 version of Duster in India
With the introduction of Ford EcoSport and Nissan Terrano, the competition level in the compact SUV segment gets tougher. Duster has been the Renault's top selling model in India, however the vehicle has seen slight dip in its sales in the recent times. The compact SUV segment is now populous and to remain stable in the market, the French automaker needs to bring some interesting model range. Renault is planning to launch some new variants of the Urban SUV to keep buyers interested.
2014 Tata Indigo emax and Indica emax launched in India
Tata Motors, India's leading carmaker has launched the two new models to its CNG portfolio - Tata Indigo emax and Tata Indica emax. The company showcased its emax range at the Horizonext event in June 2013. The Nano emax has already been launched in the Indian market. These two new models have been introduced in 6 markets across India and will now be available in Delhi, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh and Tripura.
Mercedes-Benz new Showroom in Lucknow
Mercedes-Benz India has inaugurated its state of art dealership, Smart Hoops Lucknow, in the capital of Uttar Pradesh. Smart Hoops Lucknow was inaugurated by Eberhard Kern, Managing Director and CEO, Mercedes-Benz India and Neeraj Agarwal, Managing Director, SRM Smart Hoops Pvt. Ltd in the presence of Boris Fitz, Vice President, Sales & Network Development, Mercedes-Benz India.
Fiat to launch facelifted Linea in 2014
Every auto-maker has chalked out its plans precisely as the Indian Auto Expo is approaching. As official now, it is scheduled to commence from February 5, 2013. It has garnered immense response from the Indian audiences, like everytime and hence similar to every other manufacturer, Fiat India also has some exclusive plans for this fest. However, Fiat India hasn't divulged its plans completely but as we reported earlier it will launch its SUV brand Jeep in India. Additionally, we have learned that Fiat is also going to showcase the New Punto Adventure and facelifted Linea Saloon.
BMW to bring new MINI to India in 2014
BMW that unveiled the new MINI family at the company's UK production plant in Oxford, is now planning to bring the new models in the Indian car market. The German carmaker will assemble the premium small car at its Chennai plant. This step will help BMW to further enhance its sales in the growing and competitive market.
Source : CarDekho - Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG - We drive the next Honda Jazz, see the Honda Mobilio and the other SUV
