Originally Posted by GTO
(Post 2589391)
I'm really kicked about the following cars: +1 man! Why doesn't Ford bring the Fiesta hatchback here, and soon! |
Maruti Suzuki Reveals Auto Expo Plan The country’s largest passenger car maker, Maruti Suzuki has decided to venture into the sub 800cc segment. The company already has plans to showcase 2 such cars in this segment which are already operational in Japan at the upcoming 2012 Delhi Auto Expo. The 2 cars, the Pallete and the MR Wagon are powered by the smallest engines developed by Suzuki till date. Sources close to the development said that based on the consumer feedback at the Auto Expo, the company might come up with a production version of one or both the cars and launch them in the Indian market in the next 2 to 3 years. Both the models are powered by a 660cc petrol engine. The decision to bring in these sub-800 cc models to the Indian market was triggered by the fact that the company is continuously losing its market share in the face of fierce competition. The company’s market share slid down to 38% in the month of October this year as compared to 45% in the same month last year. However, according to reports, Maruti’s best seller, the Alto will continue to be the entry-level car for the auto maker in India. These new cars will be positioned at par or above the price tag of Alto. Despite the fact that these will be powered by smaller engines as compared to the Alto, the cars will feature more interior space thanks to its improved height compared to the Alto. Also, additional features might be incorporated in the car to make it a good package. Apart from these, the company is also planning on showcasing many more models like its first MUV designed and developed by Maruti engineers with the help of Suzuki R&D, a concept compact SUV and also a compact MPV named as Ertiga. The Ertiga is going to come in both diesel and petrol options. |
Originally Posted by wanderlustindia
(Post 2595579)
Slightly off-topic! Does anyone know where to buy tickets to the Auto Expo 2012. I'm getting the delivery of my Classic 500 in less than a week's time and I intend to do the first long haul from Pune - Delhi and back on it. Information much appreciated. On the AutoExpo website it says this: "Entry to Auto Expo 2012 Strictly on Invitation/Tickets Only. For details please revisit us by end of November 2011" |
Originally Posted by designersf
(Post 2611496)
If I heard it right, Fiat is not participating in the Auto Expo. So no 2012 Punto and Linea. |
Originally Posted by KarthikK
(Post 2611464)
The online ticket system, whatever it is, hasn't been activated yet. I had a look again on their website. Does anyone have any recent information on how and when we have to book the tickets for the expo? I've already booked the flight tickets last month :D |
Originally Posted by vb-san
(Post 2611592)
Well, participation in the Auto Expo is not necessary to launch an update right? :) Check out this thread http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/indian...an-2012-a.html |
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