Posts Tagged ‘Auto Expo 2010’

BMW to bring X6 M, X1, 5 Series GT to Auto Expo 2010

BMW_Z4_steering_wheelA bunch of new Bimmers arrive at the Auto Expo next year

The Auto Expo 2010, which goes on from January 5 to 11 next year in Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, will be packed with new models from BMW, reports Autocar India. The German brand will show new cars as well as its existing line-up in its booth next year.

Apart from the currently running BMW models, the Indians will have the first look of the 400 bhp, twin-turbo direct-injected 4.4-liter V8 550i Gran Turismo. The new compact SUV BMW X1 will also make an appearance along with the new 760Li with 535bhp twin-turbo, 6.0-liter, V12 engine.

Besides all this, the new BMW X6 M with the 4.4-liter, 555 bhp V8 engine will also be among the exhibits.

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Entry posted on December 15th, 2009 and filed under Auto Expo 2010, BMW

Fiat Linea with new color and engine debuts at Auto Expo

Fiat_Linea_cool_jazz_blueNew color and engine will distinguish the Linea from escort Indigo Manza

The Fiat Linea will be dressed in blue color and launched at the upcoming Auto Expo. The Linea will also be launched with the 1.6-liter Multijet engine during the occasion.

Many people feel the 1.3-liter Multi-jet was common and boring for a car that looks very unique. Fiat will address that concern with the punchy 105PS 1.6-liter engine. The engine is also being tested on the Grande Punto and the results will be out soon.

The new color seen above, is named ‘cool jazz blue’ available in India already on the Punto.

We’re not sure if Fiat will bring the 1.9-liter Multi-jet to next year’s show.

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Entry posted on October 27th, 2009 and filed under Auto Expo 2010, Fiat

Suzuki Kizashi visits Auto Expo 2010

Suzuki_Kizashi_India_Maruti_Auto_ExpoCBU or CKD? It is too early to decipher Maruti Suzuki’s plans for Kizashi in India

One of our favorite picks – DWS, is reporting that Suzuki will launch the Kizashi in India during the Auto Expo in January next year. The Kizashi was launched in Japan a couple of days back and its international debut was conducted in the US back in July.

There is no clarity on the versions that will be offered in India. DWS says a 6-speed manual transmission will be launched next year with front wheel drive.

The 2400cc petrol engine on the Kizashi makes 185 horsepower and 170 ft-lbs of torque. EBD and ABS are standard. Initial test drive reports are positive and say the car can handle corners well.

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Entry posted on October 27th, 2009 and filed under Auto Expo 2010, Maruti Suzuki Kizashi