Toyota Introduces All New Corolla Altis Sport (Limited Edition)

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt. Ltd. today announced the introduction of the all new Corolla Altis Sport (Limited Edition) to target young car enthusiasts. The new Corolla Altis Sport has been designed to give customers the stylish image of a car which is youthful and sporty, and has exciting new features.

Adding to the stylish look of the car is an aerodynamic front and rear bumper spoiler, a classy headlamp garnish, sleek side skirts and exclusive rear LED spoilers. A contemporary dual tone seat fabric and wood finish rear cup holders heighten the feeling of luxury and elegance.


Commenting on the launch of the new limited edition, Mr. Hiroshi Nakagawa, Managing Director, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) said, “The Corolla Altis launched last year has been highly appreciated by our customers because of its advanced luxury and comfort features. We are now delighted to introduce the all new Corolla Altis Sport, which will offer sporty styling in combination with these features.”

Mr. Sandeep Singh, Deputy Managing Director (Marketing), TKM, added “Only 300 units of the new Limited Edition Corolla Altis Sport will be available for sales. Additionally, individual personalized logos for each of our customers will enhance the exclusivity of ownership of the Corolla Altis Sport. We look forward to bringing to our customers a limited edition of the widely appreciated Corolla Altis, which will offer exclusive ownership and sporty style. The new Corolla Altis Sport will be attractively priced at Rs 11.35 lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi) and will be available at all Toyota dealerships from today.”

Mr. Singh added, “The new Corolla Altis Sport will be promoted extensively by an integrated marketing campaign, which leverages its association with active sports such as Tennis, Polo and Formula One, and is focused on young, urban customers. This will include web, print and magazine campaigns, direct marketing, SMS and e-DMs exclusively targeted at young professionals.”

The Corolla Altis has attracted customers from the corporate/executive segment and has been a true symbol of Toyota passenger cars in India. It has brought to the Indian market innovative luxury and exclusive comfort, designed to more than satisfy the auto consumer’s desire for perfection.


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Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited (TKM) is a joint venture between Kirloskar Group and Toyota Motor Corporation. Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited (TKM) aims to play a major role in the development of the automotive industry and the creation of employment opportunities. TKM's growth since inception can be attributed to one simple, yet important aspect of its business philosophy - "Putting Customer First". TKM firmly believes that the success of this venture depends on providing high quality products and services to all valued customers through the efforts of its team members.

Fiat Linea

In case, you are aspiring to purchase a new car with comfort on top of looks, then Fiat Linea is just right for you. Fiat, the Italian automaker, has made this small family car, keeping people’s predilection in mind. In the international market, Linea is expected to replace Marea - another sedan in the range of Fiat. Designed by Fiat Style Centre, the compact vehicle is priced between around Rs. 6,50,000 - 8,50,000.



Based on the Fiat Grande Punto platform, Linea will also be manufactured in Turkey, China and Brazil, besides India. Regarding styling and engineering, the family car undoubtedly has an international look, though its elegant exteriors make it typically ‘Italian’. Fiat Linea could be aptly called a 4-door sedan which is sleek and stylish.

Engine
At Istanbul, Linea was launched worldwide with two petrol and two diesel engine versions. The diesel versions will accompany 1.3 multijet VGTdiesel engine in90 bhp tune,and an automatic gearbox variant, while the petrol versions will include a 1.4-litre, 100 bhp, and a 1.4-litre 120 bhp turbocharged mill. Linea will be found amongst the upper C-segment and the entry D-segment sedans, and is expected to contend with Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla and Skoda Octavia.



Exteriors and Interiors
Moreover, its generous dimensions boast of its class: Linea is 1.73 metres wide, 4.56 metres long, 1.5 metres tall, with a wheelbase of 2.6 metres and a 500 litre luggage compartment. Its interiors and interiors are well-aligned with each other, giving ample of room and superb comfort to the driver as well as passengers. Linea’s interiors are carefully designed and assembled, as regards the quality, comfort, practicality.

For right-hand drive versions of the Linea, India is on the roster of Fiat’s manufacturing center. Tata Motors has teamed up with Fiat to take up manufacturing and retailing Linea in India. Ranjangaon plant in Maharashtra has been selected as the apt centre to produce the car. Linea would be exported to the countries like South Africa and Australia where right-hand drive markets is simply great. In conclusive terms, Fiat’s Linea, which is designed for sophisticated consumers, is swift and pleasurable to drive in every situation.


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Maruti To Launch Its First Luxury Family Car in India

India’s largest car manufacturer, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, plans to enter the D-segment of the Indian car market. It will be launching its new model, Kizashi, in India by 2009. It will be one of the first cars in India that will have four-wheel drive in its segment. The new model will compete with Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla Altis, Hyundai Sonata, Skoda Octavia, and Volkswagen Jetta.

Maruti is already the most successful car manufacturer in the A-segment and B-segment cars in India. Its engineers are now working towards a new target of bringing the model from the concept form to the production level. The car was first unveiled at the Frankfurt Motors Show 2007. It was also showcased at the Delhi Auto Expo 2008. The new model, Kizashi, is basically a crossover sports sedan powered with an advanced four-valve turbo-fired 2-litre petrol engine completely compliant with Euro V norms.

The company sources have not spoken officially about the car or its prices but the new model is expected to be priced at Rs. 10 lakh and above. The new model may roll out from the Manesar plant in Gurgaon by end-2009 or early 2010.