Here are some pointers from the Beat diesel press conference, a powerpoint presentation discussing technical aspects of the new engine along with official photographs released by General Motors. The Beat diesel in four trims was launched yesterday between 4.29-5.45 lakh rupees (ex-showroom, New Delhi).
- Beat Diesel, GM claims, is the biggest step for the company
- Knowledge gained from European diesel cars applied on the Beat diesel as Europe is the home of diesel cars
- Beat D is PERFECT; P- Performance – class leading power per litre and torque; E- EPS; R- Refinement – Suspension etc; F & E – Fuel Economy; C – Cost of ownership; T – Technology
- Jingle used on the advertisement – DRIVE KHULKE
- 3 year/1 lac kilometer warranty
- Chevy promise to refund money if cost of ownership goes beyond Chevy’s predicted maintenance cost
- PS TDCI – 4.29 Lac Ex Delhi only power steering and AC; LS – 4.59L; LT – 4.99 L; LT with optional pack (ABS EBD) – 5.45 L
- Chevy did not de-spec the diesel model like the competition does
- Bookings started a week back and deliveries commenced yesterday
Chevrolet Beat diesel Image Gallery
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