Team-bhp not talking about new manufacturer - Naza

sgmuser · 28th September 2006, 10:59

First of all, Naza is not a car manufacturer in Malaysia. They are more of assemblers! They sell Kia models with their name plates in My. Iam living SE Asia for the last 6 years and never heard of this little car.

lets see what happens to the national car manufacturer (maruti's counterpart!) in My. Proton, loss making company, backed by the govt is one of the lousiest car designer. they bought some technology from Mitsubishi (their Wira model is ditto of '93 lancer) and till date the Wira did not change at all! Proton tried to do something in India and last minute they decided against it!

Now we can assume what Naza can offer to India!

elf · 29th September 2006, 12:42

I say lets allow them all into the Indian market. Every half-arsed, cockneyed so-called automobile 'manufacturer'.

The customers, ultimately, will vote with their wallets.

iraghava · 29th September 2006, 13:27

Quote:

Originally Posted by elf

I say lets allow them all into the Indian market. Every half-arsed, cockneyed so-called automobile 'manufacturer'.

The customers, ultimately, will vote with their wallets.

Just like Sipani eh Elf!!

Steeroid · 24th October 2006, 13:05

Those of you who have watched 'DON' will notice that parts of the film are conveniently shot at the NAZA WORLD used car (sorry - pre-owned and certified car!) showroom in KL.

And obviously all the fancy cars used in the film are from Naza. Including Boman Irani's "official" Kia Sorento, I guess

rahul_intlad · 11th January 2007, 19:27

Some latest developments:

Naza to set up car plant near Chennai

Ot:
From the same article itself

Quote:

Mr Vellu would also be meeting Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, and plans to give a proposal on an All India Expressway project connecting Delhi and Kolkata, and another connecting Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Goa and Pune. "The Mumbai-Pune expressway was built by us (Malaysian companies), he said.

ashutoshb · 14th January 2007, 07:04

Well if they maintain the quality standards, all the parts are locally made (not dependent on imports), have a dealer/service centre in my city and most important of all is cheaper than the competition then i don't mind buying/ owning it. Its better looking than the santro, estilo and wagon R..its main tall boy competitiors.

But they will have to change the name...cuz even after being a chain smoker....i will not drive a car with the name 'sutera'.
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Dug some info on the car...and its not that bad. And remember almost all our desi companies (mahindra (willys), tata (mercedes)) started out as mere assemblers of products made in the west.

The Naza Sutera is a city car from Malaysian manufacturer, Naza and is distributed and sold by the Naza Group's new subsidiary company Naza Corporation.

Introduced on the 22nd of April 2006, the Sutera was based on the Hafei Lobo by Hafei Motor. which was styled & engineered by Pininfarina and features a Lotus-tuned suspension.

Lotus took care of the NVH (Noise, Vibration & Harshness), as well as Ride & Handling aspects of the base model. Naza R&D improved upon the base design and engineered a right-hand drive conversion, and also enhanced the front end, updating hood (with power bulge), headlights and bumper.

The Minor Model Change (MMC) work was done in collaboration with LG CNS in South Korea. Engine management is by Bosch, while some of the EFI components are from Siemens-VDO.

The 1.1 L straight-4 engine is an all-aluminium DOHC 16-Valve design from Harbin Dong-An Engine Manufacturing Company, a joint venture between Harbin Aviation, MCIC Holdings (Malaysian) & Mitsubishi Motors which has an output of about 65 PS (48 kW). Transmission is a 5-speed manual type, and an automatic is being explored.

It has a high level of equipment, including dual airbags, door intrusion bars, MP3 CD tuner & 6-speakers, 60:40 folding rear seats and height-adjustable ELR seatbelts.

The price is around Malaysian Ringgit 34700 (Rs.437,500).
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Some pics:

Exteriors

Interiors

The NAZA SPORTIVO is the performance division of the company and offers performance tuned engines, kits and other mods.
The kitted Sutera:

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More information can be found at:
Official Websites:
Welcome to NAZA Corporation ~~:::
NZ Galaxy Sdn Bhd

Articles:
MALAYSIAN MOTOR TRADER NEWS - FIRST LOOKS - Naza Sutera! (must read)
2006 Naza Sutera 1.1 Manual
Naza: Information from Answers.com (About Naza)

Mpower · 14th January 2007, 11:01

Basically its a back door entry for the first Chinese car to hit India.

theMAG · 14th January 2007, 11:35

I wouldnt be surprised if the steering wheel has been "inspired" by the Indica's.

But the main Q to be asked at this point is whether the Indian market is right for the entry of obscure SE Asian/Chinese cars which will obviously have a cost-adv but would the Indian buyer trust them enough to own them over a min 5 yr duration?

Sitting here in India, the first dubious paradigm I would attribute to any Chinese/SEA manufacturer is their business ethics.

28th September 2006, 10:59	#16
sgmuser BHPian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Chennai Posts: 755 Thanked: 1,124 Times View My Garage	Naza...? sounds weird... First of all, Naza is not a car manufacturer in Malaysia. They are more of assemblers! They sell Kia models with their name plates in My. Iam living SE Asia for the last 6 years and never heard of this little car. lets see what happens to the national car manufacturer (maruti's counterpart!) in My. Proton, loss making company, backed by the govt is one of the lousiest car designer. they bought some technology from Mitsubishi (their Wira model is ditto of '93 lancer) and till date the Wira did not change at all! Proton tried to do something in India and last minute they decided against it! Now we can assume what Naza can offer to India!
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29th September 2006, 12:42	#17
elf BANNED Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Bombay Posts: 1,039 Thanked: 13 Times View My Garage	I say lets allow them all into the Indian market. Every half-arsed, cockneyed so-called automobile 'manufacturer'. The customers, ultimately, will vote with their wallets.
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24th October 2006, 13:05	#19
Steeroid Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: N.A Posts: 7,046 Thanked: 2,751 Times	Those of you who have watched 'DON' will notice that parts of the film are conveniently shot at the NAZA WORLD used car (sorry - pre-owned and certified car!) showroom in KL. And obviously all the fancy cars used in the film are from Naza. Including Boman Irani's "official" Kia Sorento, I guess
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14th January 2007, 07:04	#21
ashutoshb Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: NOIDA Posts: 1,756 Thanked: 4,288 Times View My Garage	Maro sutta!! Well if they maintain the quality standards, all the parts are locally made (not dependent on imports), have a dealer/service centre in my city and most important of all is cheaper than the competition then i don't mind buying/ owning it. Its better looking than the santro, estilo and wagon R..its main tall boy competitiors. But they will have to change the name...cuz even after being a chain smoker....i will not drive a car with the name 'sutera'. __________________________________________ Dug some info on the car...and its not that bad. And remember almost all our desi companies (mahindra (willys), tata (mercedes)) started out as mere assemblers of products made in the west. The Naza Sutera is a city car from Malaysian manufacturer, Naza and is distributed and sold by the Naza Group's new subsidiary company Naza Corporation. Introduced on the 22nd of April 2006, the Sutera was based on the Hafei Lobo by Hafei Motor. which was styled & engineered by Pininfarina and features a Lotus-tuned suspension. Lotus took care of the NVH (Noise, Vibration & Harshness), as well as Ride & Handling aspects of the base model. Naza R&D improved upon the base design and engineered a right-hand drive conversion, and also enhanced the front end, updating hood (with power bulge), headlights and bumper. The Minor Model Change (MMC) work was done in collaboration with LG CNS in South Korea. Engine management is by Bosch, while some of the EFI components are from Siemens-VDO. The 1.1 L straight-4 engine is an all-aluminium DOHC 16-Valve design from Harbin Dong-An Engine Manufacturing Company, a joint venture between Harbin Aviation, MCIC Holdings (Malaysian) & Mitsubishi Motors which has an output of about 65 PS (48 kW). Transmission is a 5-speed manual type, and an automatic is being explored. It has a high level of equipment, including dual airbags, door intrusion bars, MP3 CD tuner & 6-speakers, 60:40 folding rear seats and height-adjustable ELR seatbelts. The price is around Malaysian Ringgit 34700 (Rs.437,500). __________________________________________ Some pics: Exteriors Interiors The NAZA SPORTIVO is the performance division of the company and offers performance tuned engines, kits and other mods. The kitted Sutera: __________________________________________ More information can be found at: Official Websites: Welcome to NAZA Corporation ~~::: NZ Galaxy Sdn Bhd Articles: MALAYSIAN MOTOR TRADER NEWS - FIRST LOOKS - Naza Sutera! (must read) 2006 Naza Sutera 1.1 Manual Naza: Information from Answers.com (About Naza)
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14th January 2007, 11:01	#22
Mpower Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Bangalore Posts: 10,409 Thanked: 1,730 Times View My Garage	Basically its a back door entry for the first Chinese car to hit India.
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14th January 2007, 11:35	#23
theMAG Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: May 2006 Location: Avon, CT Posts: 7,217 Thanked: 1,807 Times View My Garage	I wouldnt be surprised if the steering wheel has been "inspired" by the Indica's. But the main Q to be asked at this point is whether the Indian market is right for the entry of obscure SE Asian/Chinese cars which will obviously have a cost-adv but would the Indian buyer trust them enough to own them over a min 5 yr duration? Sitting here in India, the first dubious paradigm I would attribute to any Chinese/SEA manufacturer is their business ethics.
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