Hyundai Motor India Ltd has announced the launch of the much-awaited all new Santro – one of Hyundai’s most popular nameplates and the car which made the Korean carmaker a household name.

Speaking at the world premiere of the all new Santro, Y K Koo, MD & CEO, HMIL said, “Today is a Historic moment as we announce the ‘World Premiere of The All New SANTRO’. The SANTRO is an iconic and legendary brand in India that has won the hearts of Millions of customers for last two decades. The magic of SANTRO continues with The All New SANTRO receiving overwhelming response in less than two weeks. With Modern Stylish Tall Boy Design, Comfortable & Premium Cabin, New Age Technology, Customer Centric Safety, All Round Performance and Complete Peace of Mind, the All New SANTRO will set a new benchmark in modern mobility.”

“The All New SANTRO is a true example of Hyundai’s Made-in-India philosophy and a shining result of our numerous Product Clinics and Rigorous Durability test on various terrains in India. Our R&D Centre in Namyang (S. Korea), Chennai and Hyderabad have put strong efforts for Product Supremacy and utmost Customer Delight.”, he added.

The new design language of the 2018 Hyundai Santro exudes a sporty image with modern appeal. The tall boy design ensures better headroom and shoulder room, better ergonomics, easy ingress and egress, high seating position, good all-round visibility, spacious and airy cabin feel.

The exterior styling of new Hyundai Santro is defined by Hyundai’s signature cascade grille with chrome surround with uniquely positioned fog lamps. The bold bonnet character lines with Hyundai logo and swept back headlamps and micro antenna gives a fresh appeal to the new Hyundai design language. The stylish tail lamps and sporty dual tone rear bumper with reflectors give modern sporty appeal.

On the inside, the Santro’s dual tone beige and black interiors with champagne gold inserts projects a premium cabin experience. The elephant inspired centre fascia design provides a strong connect to Indian heritage and mix of traditional and modern appeal. The ergonomically placed audio, centrally positioned power window switches and AC controls offer easy access with minimal driver distraction. The front design AC vents are inspired from propeller design. The cabin also features multiple storage spaces and practical trunk of 235 litres make the new Hyundai Santro suitable for daily and long trips.

The 2018 Hyundai Santro comes with technology features including 17.64 cm touch screen audio video system. The multi-media system is equipped with smart phone connectivity – Android Auto, Apple Car Play & Mirror Link and Voice Recognition Function along with iblue Smartphone App Support. Also, the screen is supported with rear parking camera display.

Engine & Transmission

The front suspension is mounted with McPhearson Strut and Urethane Bump Stopper that gives stability at rough road drives and reduces body roll giving improved cornering performance. The rear suspension uses Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with vertically placed shock absorber that minimises shock rebound providing a comfortable and stable ride. The aerodynamics combined with strong body structure offers better NVH isolation ensuring a quiet and pleasant driving experience.

The 2018 Hyundai Santro will be available in choice of seven exterior colours including two new colours – Imperial Beige and Diana Green. The new Santro comes with two interior colour options Premium Beige with Champagne Gold inserts and Sporty All Black interiors with Diana Green colour inserts based on exterior colours.

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Thomas Kuehl, President, Nissan India Operations at the exterior unveil of the new Nissan Kicks

Japanese carmaker Nissan has recently unveiled the design of their most awaited SUV. The Nissan Kicks sports a wider and robust style underlined by a Dynamic Sonic Plus line, Wheel-oriented Stance and a Distinctive 3-dimensional presence. The body is designed and built with GRAPHENE (Gravity-philic Energy Absorption) body structure, which has inherent capability to absorb impact energy making the new Nissan Kicks safer and durable on Indian roads.

Talking about the smart exteriors, Thomas Kuehl, President, Nissan India Operations, said, “We are excited and proud to unveil the engaging and provocative design of the NEW KICKS. Nissan is committed to India and we are building the foundations to succeed. The NEW Nissan KICKS is a testimony of our commitment to India. With a progressive SUV design and advanced technology, it is bound to appeal the new age urban adventure seeker. As a part of the India Strategy, Nissan will bring the best of global Nissan products and technology to our customers in India.”

The Nissan Kicks offers a host of established design signatures and features e.g. floating roof design created by blacked out pillars with stylish roof rail and signature LED DRL, shark fin antenna, front fog lamps and door mounted ORVS with indicators. The bold V-motion grille, a signature motif in Nissan’s design language adds to new Kicks’ distinctive presence. The uniquely designed headlamps and tail lights feature iconic boomerang-shaped LED signature lamps to add character.

The wheel-oriented stance is further enhanced by R17, 5-spoke machined-alloy wheels. The bold styling with dynamic stance and glamorous fender arch bring out the solidity and elegance in the new Nissan Kicks, while substantial face and back style provide a masculine and rugged presence on the Indian roads.

Introduction

Just ahead of the festive season, Ford India has launched the Aspire facelift. Since being introduced in India in 2015, this is the first major update of the Ford Aspire whichnow features redesigned front and rear fascia, bigger spoked alloys, a new three-cylinder 1.2-litre petrol engine, new 5-speed manual transmission, segment-leading connectivity and safety including Ford’s award-winning SYNC 3 paired to a high-resolution 6.5-inch touchscreen and up to six airbags.

The new Ford Aspire is being produced at Ford India’s Sanand Factory in Gujarat, for consumers in India and all around the world. Living up to market expectations, Ford India has aggressively priced the updated Aspire with introductory price starting at Rs 5.55 lakh (ex-showroom). Power Drive got an opportunity to take the new Ford Aspire for a spin around the Sun City of India – Jodhpur. Read on to find out how it fared.

Design and Engineering

When viewed head on, you will notice the redesigned front fascia of the 2018 Ford Aspire which features a new three-dimensional cellular grille that lends a completely fresh look to the compact sedan in comparison to the outgoing model.

Also featuring on the exterior are new fog lamps which are encrusted in a chrome surrounding and redesigned headlamps that feature a black encasing which looks sporty yet premium. Similarly, newly designed tail lamps accentuate the style quotient of the Ford Aspire when glanced from the rear.

The new Ford Aspire also features premium alloys and bigger 15-inch tyres which delivers a more confident and planted drive dynamics. NVH levels are well contained resulting in a quiet passenger compartment.

The 2018 Ford Aspire is available in seven colours, including White Gold, Moondust Silver, Smoke Grey, Absolute Black, Deep Impact Blue, Ruby Red and Oxford White.

Interior and Comfort

The cabin in the new Ford Aspire features beige interiors which not just adds a premium touch but also creates an enhanced sense of space. The seats have better lumber support making your drives more comfortable, including a central armrest with two integrated cup or bottle holders in the rear.

The cabin also comes with a host of convenience features including a reverse parking camera, automatic climate control system, two USB slots, push-button start/stop, electrochromic IRVM, rain-sensing wipers and a myriad of stowage spaces to tuck away your daily essentials while driving to work. An ample boot ensures that there is always space for your bags during a weekend getaway.

The 2018 Ford Aspire comes equipped with Ford’s in-car infotainment system, SYNC 3 with a 6.5-inch touchscreen which allows drivers to control their entertainment and connected smartphone using voice commands.

SYNC 3 system is Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatible and will allow drivers to use navigation through their Apple CarPlay or Android Auto paired phones. The SYNC 3 system will also offer Emergency Assistance, a potentially lifesaving technology that automatically calls emergency services from a paired phone in case of an accident.

Performance and Handling

New Aspire is powered by Ford’s all-new, three-cylinder 1.2-litre TiVCT petrol engine that is small, light and fuel efficient. The naturally aspirated engine generates 96 PS of peak power and 120 Nm of torque while delivering an ARAI-ratified fuel efficiency of 20.4 kmpl. The engine is surprisingly zippy making it fun to drive. There is adequate power delivery on each throttle input and accelerates well when you need to overtake or simply pull away from the traffic, making it an ideal city car.

For the diesel lovers, new Ford Aspire comes with the tried and tested 1.5-litre TDCi engine delivering 100 PS peak power, 215 Nm of torque and fuel economy of 26.1 kmpl. The diesel engine is both powerful and responsive. On the move the engine exhibits very little turbo lag and the power delivery is linear. Even at low speeds and in high gear the engine doesn’t knock or stalls and pulls well from low revs. The drivability of the 2018 Ford Aspire diesel feels light years ahead of the new Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire and the Hyundai Xcent especially in city traffic.

Both engines are paired with an all-new, five-speed manual transmission that’s sportier and more efficient. The transmission is precise making it a pleasure to operate. Ford claims that this new manual transmission is almost 15 per cent lighter and helps improve fuel economy while reducing NVH. It requires 40 per cent lesser gear oil than its predecessor. Drivers will experience slicker, more responsive gear shifts when they behind the wheel.

Offering greater choice to the customers, Ford is also introducing its latest six-speed Automatic Transmission on the New Ford Aspire. Paired to the three-cylinder, 1.5-litre petrol engine, the Automatic New Ford Aspire delivers a peak power of 123 PS.

Safety

Safety has always been of paramount importance at Ford and the carmaker has been championing this cause in India for many years now. The new Ford Aspire continues their leadership on safety, offering standard dual airbags across the variant line-up. For those looking for greater safety, it will offer up to six airbags on top Titanium+ trim.

Going beyond airbags, Ford Aspire will offer several features to enhance occupant safety such as Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), offering drivers better grip, while keeping the drive smooth.

The New Ford Aspire will enable its owners to navigate quick turns and bends with Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and Electric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS). Also in Automatic Transmission, the Hill-Launch Assist feature will ensure greater control on inclines.

Verdict

The new Ford Aspire is an intelligently engineered and very well designed compact sedan. Kudos to the engineers at Ford India for the brilliant packaging of the Aspire facelift. It also looks very modern and stylish and is sure to turns many heads on the road. Fit and finish is great. The interior is adequately spacious for a compact sedan and tastefully done up in beige. The Aspire diesel is both powerful and responsive resulting in a pleasurable drive. The petrol proves to be surprisingly zippy on highways, offering a smooth drive and holds its own very well on busy city roads too.

Ensuring complete peace-of-mind, the New Ford Aspire is the only compact sedan in India to come with a first-in-class five-year or 100,000 kilometre warranty, which includes 2-year factory warranty and 3-year extended warranty. Ford claims that the new Aspire will continue to offer lowest scheduled service and maintenance costs in its segment – at just 38 paise per kilometre for petrol and 46 paise per kilometre for diesel over 100,000 kilometres.

Overall, the team at Ford India has taken a good product and made it ever better. In my opinion, this compact sedan it’s worth every penny and will give its rivals a run for their money.

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As part of its commitment to the Indian market, MG Motor India today announced the launch of its second product for the Indian market – a global pure-electric SUV within one year of its first vehicle launch. Showcasing its facilities and range of products in Shanghai, the company has confirmed its plan to bring the latest technology to the Indian customers beginning next year.

“MG will launch a globally-competitive pure-electric SUV in India, to make our contribution to India’s energy and environmental strategies. The pure electric SUV will be a breakthrough chapter in the EV space in India, being one of its kind in the market. This is in addition to the first SUV which we plan to launch in the second quarter of next year,” Michael Yang, Executive Director of International Business, SAIC Motor & President of SAIC Motor International Company.

The ongoing transformation in the automotive industry globally would be the key differentiator for the MG brand. “With cars getting transformed with internet, artificial intelligence, big data and cloud computing etc. – MG can take advantage of this transformation and will use it as its key differentiator, enabling it to stand out from the crowd,” Mr. Yang added.

MG Motor India is in the process of finalizing around 45 dealer partners to begin its sales next year, with around 100 touchpoints across India in the first phase. The carmaker will hire close to 1,500 employees by the end of 2019, compared with a strength of 300 employees at present.

“As part of our commitment to this market, we are fast ramping up all our pre-launch activities, beginning with product roadshows for consumers in India next month. This will be followed by various brand-awareness initiatives to get closer to our prospective customers. All our products will be designed and engineered in UK and China with the support of Indian engineers. These vehicles will be heavily localized, built at our plant in Halol by our engineers conforming to global quality standards and validated and customized for India to suit the Indian road and driving conditions,” said Rajeev Chaba, President & Managing Director, MG Motor India. The current capacity at its Halol manufacturing facility stands at 80,000 units per annum; which will be expanded to 200,000 units going forward depending upon the requirement.

Building a strong foundation for its future operations, MG Motor India is focused on key pillars internally within the organization such as diversity, innovation and
speed culture. The carmaker clearly aims to break the glass ceiling as far as women hires are concerned, setting a new benchmark in the automotive industry, with 26 per cent of its workforce comprising women, and the target is to increase it to 30 per cent by the end of this year. As announced earlier, with an aim to foster a spirit of innovation, MG Motor India is also in the process of partnering with various technological partners, institutes and industrial stakeholders in India.

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M), today announced that it would launch its luxury SUV, codenamed Y400, on November 19, 2018.

Speaking on the announcement, Rajan Wadhera, President – Automotive Sector, M&M Ltd. said, “The Y400 is one of the most eagerly anticipated launches of this year. Positioned in the high-end SUV segment, the Y400 is a high-end, full sized SUV that offers luxury and exclusivity in its tasteful design, lavish interiors, thrilling performance and best in class features. We are sure that it will further enhance our SUV portfolio.”

The Y400 will be under the Mahindra brand and will be exclusively available through a separate high-end showroom within the existing ‘World of SUVs” dealerships which have been created with the objective to redefine customer experience, with regards to both sales and after sales. These outlets will be equipped with advanced digital technology to provide an enhanced and immersive high-end experience for customers.

The Y400 will be built in the company’s automotive plant at Chakan, Maharashtra.

Tata Motors has launched the Tigor facelift with a starting price of Rs 5.20 lakh for the base petrol variant and Rs 6.09 lakh for the base diesel trim.

Walk around the Tigor facelift and you will notice new features like the square chrome elements inside the headlights, the clear lens tail-lights and a shark-fin antenna. Chrome highlights are also visible on the door handles, the front bumper, the grille and the fog lamp housings. The updated Tigor is also available is a new Egyptian Blue colour scheme option.

The top-spec XZ+ trim is an addition to the variant line up. It comes equipped with a 7.0-inch Harman-sourced touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto compatibility. This also doubles as a display for the reverse camera.

Additional features on the Tigor XZ+ include faux-leather upholstery, driver’s side seat-height adjust, power-folding wing mirrors with integrated turn indicators and a shark-fin antenna.

Mechanically, the refreshed Tata Tigor remains unchanged. Doing duty in the 2018 Tigor is the same 86 PS, 1.2-litre petrol engine and the 71 PS, 1.05-litre diesel motor. With the petrol engine, you have a choice of either opting for a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed AMT gearbox, the diesel only gets a 5-speed manual transmission.

The 2018 Tata Tigor will compete with the Ford Figo Aspire, Honda Amaze, Maruti Suzuki Dzire, Hyundai Xcent and Volkswagen Ameo.

Datsun India has launched the new Datsun GO and Datsun GO+ at an introductory price of Rs 3.29 lakh for the GO and Rs 3.83 lakh, for the GO+ (ex-showroom). Deliveries to new owners will commence immediately at all Nissan and Datsun dealerships across the country.

Speaking on the launch, Thomas Kuehl, President, Nissan India Operations said, “The new Datsun GO and Datsun GO+ is conceptualized for the new-age Indian consumer, the millennials who are mature, smart goers, family oriented with a progressive and evolved mindset. Powered by Japanese engineering, Datsun GO and GO+ are equipped with fabulous new features and upgrades for a more comfortable, safe and stylish driving experience.”

The all new Datsun GO and GO+ gets a new interior design with new instrument cluster, anti fatigue front seats, premium instrument panel, 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system equipped with voice recognition and Android Auto/ Apple Car Play.

The 2018 Datsun GO and GO+ also comes equipped with Ride Control Advanced Suspension system and race-inspired 1.2L HR12 DE petrol engine delivering an ARAI-ratified mileage of 19.83 kmpl.

The new Datsun GO and GO+ will be available in five grades and two new additional colours – Amber Orange and Sun Stone Brown respectively. Both the models will come with a standard warranty of two years ‘Datsun Care’ car service package that offers peace of mind to customers.

Honda Cars India Ltd. (HCIL), today launched its 5^th generation all new Honda CR-V in the Indian market. This is the first time Honda CR-V is introduced with a diesel engine option in India and the all new model will strengthen the company’s presence in the premium SUV segment.

For the first time Honda CR-V will be available in both diesel and petrol engine options and boasts of a range of features such as Panoramic Sunroof, LED DRLs and lighting system, segment-first full size driver information interface and advanced standard safety equipment.

The All new Honda CR-V comes a sharper front-end design elements, aggressive stylized headlights, surrounded by a wing-shaped LED DRL, and wide, muscular fenders. The long hood, longer wheelbase and short rear overhang give the new CR-V an upscale presence.

The all-new Honda CR-V builds on its legacy of spacious and versatile interiors and offers the roomiest CR-V cabin yet. User friendly amenities, premium accents and leather seating helps give the CR-V a more luxurious feel than ever before.

The 1.6L DOHC i-DTEC 4-cylinder diesel turbo engine has maximum power of 120 PS at 4000 rpm and maximum torque of 300 Nm at 2000 rpm, equivalent to a large-size diesel engine. It works together with a shift by wire nine-speed automatic transmission (Electronic Gear Selector) designed to offer good acceleration and an ARAI-ratified fuel efficiency of 19.5 kmpl for 2WD option and 18.3 kmpl for AWD option.

The 2.0L SOHC i-VTEC 4-cylinder engine provides 154 PS at 6500 rpm and 189 Nm of torque at 4300 rpm. It is integrated with a CVT automatic transmission that offers enhanced response and stability with linear acceleration.

Presenting the All-New Honda CR-V in India, Gaku Nakanishi, President & CEO, Honda Cars India said, “Today, we launch the globally successful All-new 5^th Generation Honda CR-V which has captured the imagination of SUV lovers across the world. Honda introduced the CR-V brand in India in 2003 as one of the first premium SUVs in the market. The All New CR-V distinctly offers Fun-to-Drive performance of an SUV and Driving comfort of a sedan which makes it a perfect Urban SUV. We strongly believe that the new CR-V has the potential to be a game changer in Premium SUV segment and we foresee a shift in consumer preference towards more luxurious and comfortable SUVs.”

The All New 5th Generation Honda CR-V is available in 3 variants bearing the following price tags:
• Petrol CVT 2WD – Rs 28,15,000
• Diesel 9AT 2WD – Rs 30,65,000
• Diesel 9AT AWD – Rs 32,75,000

The CR-V is available in a choice of 5 exterior colours – Golden Brown Metallic, Radiant Red Metallic, Lunar Silver Metallic, Modern Steel Metallic, and White Orchid Pearl.

Deliveries of the All New Honda CR-V will begin immediately from the HCIL dealer network of 341 facilities in 231 cities across the country. The All New Honda CR-V will offer complete peace of mind.

• 3 years / Unlimited Kilometers warranty as standard
• Extended Warranty for additional two years / Unlimited kilometers
• Service interval of 1 year/ 10,000km whichever is earlier

The BMW X1 petrol variant has been launched in India bearing a ex-showroom price tag of Rs 37,50,000. The BMW X1 sDrive20i is locally produced at BMW Group Plant Chennai and has been introduced in an exclusive ‘xLine’ design scheme.

xLine is the perfect choice to further emphasise the off-road character of BMW X1. The boldly designed kidney grille slats in aluminium matt and grille frame in chrome high-gloss set clear visual accents. The 18′-inch light alloy wheels in Y-spoke style accentuate the dynamic character of the BMW X1 sDrive20i. Door sill finishers in aluminium with BMW lettering and sport leather steering wheel in the interior stylishly round off the xLine. This design scheme also features panorama sunroof and ambient lighting scheme in orange or white variable.

The two-litre four cylinder petrol engine of the BMW X1 sDrive20i is BS-VI compliant and produces a power output of 195 PS (192 hp) and a maximum torque of 280 Nm at just 1,350 – 4,600 rpm. The car accelerates from 0 to 100 kmph in 7.6 seconds with a top speed of 224 kmph.

The petrol variant of X1 features an all-new seven-speed Steptronic sport automatic double clutch transmission that performs smooth gear shifts. The new transmission not only proves a more efficient conduit of power but also improves fuel efficiency and reduces CO2 emissions. At any time, in any gear, the transmission collaborates perfectly with the engine, enabling it to develop its full power and efficiency.

The BMW X1 sDrive20i comes with Servotronic speed-sensitive steering assistance which allows parking and turning-off manoeuvres to be completed safely and comfortably with little steering effort. At higher speeds, drivers can especially look forward to the steering precision.

The BMW X1 comes equipped with safety features which provides optimal support in any situation with six air bags, Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) with brake assist, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), Hill Descent Control (HDC), Side-impact Protection, Runflat tyres with reinforced sidewalls, integrated emergency spare wheel, BMW Condition Based Service (Intelligent maintenance system), electronic vehicle immobiliser and crash sensor.

The BMW sDrive20i xLine comes standard with BMW ConnectedDrive features such as touch-enabled Navigation with iDrive touch controller and 16.5 cms colour display, BMW Apps, Wireless Apple Car Play, Park Distance Control (PDC), Rear-view camera, Connectivity through Bluetooth and USB connectivity.

Ford India has introduced its compact sedan – New Ford Aspire at a competitive introductory price starting from Rs 555,000. Combining power, style and substance, the New Ford Aspire is a fresh take on compact sedans with many segment-best technologies, best-in-class safety, fun-to-drive DNA, and unmatched cost of ownership.

“The New Ford Aspire is a complete package, tailor-made for those who don’t follow the crowd and want more out of their car experience,” said Anurag Mehrotra, President and Managing Director, Ford India. “With many segment-best and industry-first features, New Ford Aspire ensures that every customer gets what they desire – be it looks, the fun of driving attributes, safety and the most-affordable ownership experience.”

New Ford Aspire compact sedan now offers Ford’s all-new, three-cylinder 1.2L TiVCT petrol engine that is small, light and fuel efficient. The naturally aspirated engine generates 96 PS of peak power and 120 Nm of torque while delivering an ARAI-ratified fuel efficiency of 20.4 kmpl.

For the diesel lovers, New Ford Aspire comes with the tried and trusted 1.5L TDCi engine delivering 100 PS peak power, 215 Nm of torque and fuel economy of 26.1 kmpl.

Both engines are paired with an all-new, five-speed manual transmission that’s sportier and fun-to-drive. This new manual transmission is almost 15 per cent lighter and helps improve fuel economy while reducing NVH. It requires 40 per cent lesser gear oil than its predecessor. Drivers will experience slicker, more responsive gear shifts when they behind the wheel.

Offering greater power of choice, Ford is also introducing its latest six-speed Automatic Transmission on the New Ford Aspire. Paired to the latest 1.5L Petrol, three-cylinder engine, the Automatic New Ford Aspire delivers a peak power of 123 PS. According to the company, all three engines will be the most powerful in their respective categories.

The compact, sub-4-meter design in the New Ford Aspire has been smartly executed to ensure it looks proportionate from every angle. Redesigned front fascia features a dynamic three-dimensional cellular grille. New fog lamps are encrusted in a premium chrome surrounding and harmoniously integrated into the front bumper. Headlamps in the New Ford Aspire feature a black encasing that looks sporty yet premium. Similarly, new design tail lamps accentuate its formidable stance on the road. New Ford Aspire also features premium alloys and bigger 15-inch tyres to deliver confidence and planted drive dynamics.

The cabin in the New Ford Aspire features warm, beige interiors, adding to the premiumness and the enhanced sense of space. The seats have better support to make every journey comfortable, including a central armrest with two integrated cup or bottle holders in the rear.

The cabin is replete with convenience features including a reverse parking camera,  automatic climate control system, two USB slots, push-button start/stop, electrochromic IRVM, rain-sensing wipers and automatic headlamps among many others.

New Ford Aspire compact sedan will continue Ford’s leadership on safety, offering standard dual airbags across the variant line-up. For those looking for greater safety, it will offer up to six airbags on top Titanium+ trim.

Going beyond airbags, Ford Aspire will offer several features to enhance occupant safety such as Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), helping drivers better grip, while keeping the drive smooth.

The New Ford Aspire will enable its owners to navigate quick turns and bends with Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and Electric Power Assisted Steering (EPAS). Also in Automatic Transmission, the Hill-Launch Assist feature will ensure greater control on inclines.

The New Ford Aspire features Ford’s in-car infotainment system, SYNC 3 with a 6.5-inch touchscreen which allows drivers to control their entertainment and connected smartphone using voice commands.

SYNC 3 system is Apple CarPlay & Android Auto compatible and will allow drivers to use navigation through their Apple CarPlay or Android Auto paired phones. The SYNC 3 system will also offer Emergency Assistance, a potentially lifesaving technology that automatically calls emergency services from a paired phone in case of an accident.

Ensuring complete peace-of-mind, the New Ford Aspire is the only compact sedan in India to come with a first-in-class five-year or 100,000 KM warranty, which includes 2-year factory warranty and 3-year extended warranty.

Alongside, the New Ford Aspire will continue to offer lowest scheduled service and maintenance costs in its segment – at just 38 paise per kilometre for petrol and 46 paise per kilometre for diesel over 100,000 KM.

“The 5-year warranty on offer with the New Ford Aspire reinforces our commitment of treating customers like family & ensures complete peace-of-mind through the ownership cycle,” said Vinay Raina, Executive Director, Marketing, Sales and Service, Ford India. “I am sure customers will be delighted to see the exceptional value on offer with our newest product offering.”

The New Ford Aspire is produced at Ford India’s Sanand Factory in Gujarat, for consumers in India and all around the world.

The compact sedan is available in seven colours, including White Gold, Moondust Silver, Smoke Grey, Absolute Black Deep Impact Blue, Ruby Red and Oxford White.

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