New small cars for 2009..

Hey guys ....

Lets have a look at some of the new small cars slated to release in the Indian market in 2009.


1. Suzuki A-star
I ll start with Maruti Suzuki ... its launching the new A-Star. This model, launched as new Suzuki Alto in a recent Paris Motor Show, will be called as A-Star in India. Maruti is considering this to be an important launch in a long time. Build on a completely new platform, the A-Star is slightly broader, taller and longer than the Alto. However the most eye catching feature is the swept-back head lamps. Also one of another interesting feature is a rally-car like tachometer which is separately installed.

Price of the car is expected to be between Rs.3-4 Lakh.

2.Maruti Splash

Next one from the same company is the Maruti Splash. Its basically designed to be a family hatchback with a relatively higher seating position than the Swift. Its got a smarter design whcih ensures a spacious interior .
Its price is expected to be in the range of Rs.4-5 Lakh.
For all technical people out there this splash comes with a 1242CC petrol engine .. max Power of 86bhp and torque 11.4kgm. A diesel version is also expected with the same Multi-jet engine as in the swift ..

3. Hyundai i20

Next is a car coming from Hyundai..... Hyundai is launching i20 in Jan-2009. This i20 will be built in Hyundai's Chennai plant. Although the i20 is being introduced as a replacement for Getz in Europe, in India it ll be sold along side Getz. With real rich interiors and larger space the i20 is set to capture lots of hearts.

Price is expected to be in the range if Rs.5-6 lakh with a engine capacity of 1197 cc .

4. Tata Nano
The most awaited car for the typical Indian Common Man. .. its slated to release next year... It has had a troubled birth which has delayed its entry into the market.Its not only cheap but real funky and its cute. To be priced in the range of Rs.1-1.2 Lakh, it is set to become the most cheapest car ever sold in the Indian market. Tata is providing an option of customizing the car with everything from power steering to leather seats and alloy wheels..

5. Fiat Grande Punto
This hatch back is set to release in May next year. It ll be runnining on the same diesel engine doing duty in Swift, Indica and Palio. So fuel-economy is going to be top notch. Build quality has been Fiat's Strength and Punto doesnt dissapoint either. Price is expected to be around Rs.5 Lakh. Its a hatch definitely worth waiting for.