Fiat Linea

Fiat Linea is the perfect combination of dynamic styling and powerful performance. The mid-size sedan is much talked about in the international automobile industry and promises to stand up to the expectations of buyers in India. Based on Fiat's Grande Punto, Linea is an outstanding example of Italian design. It offers the customers a unique blend of luxury and comfort, with arresting looks and a powerful engine.

Engine
Fiat Linea comes with three engine options - 1.4L FIRE and 1.4L 16 V T-Jet and 1.3L 16v Multijet. The engine delivers a maximum power of 78 PS @ 6000 rpm, with peak torque of 115 Nm @ 3000 rpm. The car promises to deliver a good mileage and top speed of 220 km/hour. Linea accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 14.6 seconds flat.

Design And Comfort
The elegant design of Fiat Linea is a definite crowd puller. The design team of 'Fiat Style' center has carved out this sedan to suit the specific needs of Indian buyers. The car sports smooth flowing bodylines. Its fascia is adorned by large projector type headlights, muscular front grille and clear lens fog lamps. The rear side of Linea is dominated by a simple, yet attractive boot and sparkling tail lamps. The five-seater luxury sedan offers high level of comfort to its occupants.

Interiors
The interiors of Fiat Linea are as attractive as its exteriors. The cabin of the sedan is roomy, which offers its driver and passengers a comfortable environment. Top quality materials are used in its finely-toned interiors. A trendy instrument cluster is neatly integrated on the well-organized dashboard. Rear seats have headrests, for added comfort of its occupants.

Ride And Handling
Fiat Linea comes with one of the most advanced suspension systems in its class. The sedan promises to offer superior handling and drive easiness. The shock absorbers assure enhanced travel comfort, by absorbing impact from the unevenness of bumpy Indian roads. It is fun to drive Linea, mainly because the steering wheel is very responsive.

Safety
Fiat Linea is fully loaded with active and passive safety features. The active features, providing safety to the occupants, include Antilock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD). Adding to the protection of passengers are the passive safety features of Linea, such as side and roof air bags, air bags for the driver and co-driver, front racked seat belts and Fire Protection System (FPS).

Variants, Price And Color
Fiat Linea is available in three variants - 1.4 L 8v, 1.4L 16v T-Jet and 1.3 Multijet 16v. The dazzling color options for the sedan are Cool Jazz Blue, Tecno Grey, Flamenco Red, Lullaby Blue, Fox-Trot Azure, Minimal Grey, Rockabilly Black, Breakdance Green, Ambient White and Indie Ivory. The car is priced between Rs.7 and Rs 8 Lakhs

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Ford Ikon

Ford Ikon was initially rolled out in India in 1999. The automobile saw its latest model, by the name of 'Flair', being launched in 2006. A product of Ford India, the car is very youthful, with sporty features in the interiors as well as exteriors. Packed with advanced safety features, the mid-size sedan offers its occupants a high level of comfort. The responsive engine delivers good fuel efficiency as well. Ford Ikon Flair is quiet stable at high speeds and stands out from the crowd, for its unique styling.

Engine
Ford Ikon Flair is powered by 1.3L ROCAM (Roller Finger Camshaft) petrol engine that generates a power of 70 PS @ 5500 rpm and a maximum torque of 105 Nm @ 2500 rpm. The car is best suited for Indian city roads. A unique chain-drive Single Overhead Camshaft (SOHC) technology is used in the vehicle, which keeps it free from rattles. The fear shifting of Ikon Flair is seamless.

Design And Comfort
Ford Ikon Flair is designed to attract the attention of young car buyers in India. The exteriors of the sedan are appealing, while its fascia is adorned by trendy headlamps and a sleek front grille. Flair's rear side sports sparkling taillights. Even the build quality of the automobile is strong, with perfect finishing in the exteriors. Ford Ikon Flair offers a comfortable ride to its occupants.

Interiors
The interiors of Ford Ikon Flair are designed with panache and are pleasing to the eyes. The cabin has sufficient boot space and offers ample leg space and headroom to its occupants. The car also provides a wide choice of small storage spaces inside the roomy cabin. The standard features of Ford Ikon Flair include power windows on all doors, fabric seats and CFC-free air conditioning tachometer.

Ride And Handling
The handling of Ford Ikon Flair is quiet impressive. Its responsive steering wheel is power assisted, which facilitates effortless navigation. Even the shift quality of the car has been improved. The sedan comes with an improved suspension design and a balanced chassis. Be it slow moving traffic or a highway, the car is stable at all road conditions.

Safety
Ford's Dynamic Safety Engineering facilitates even distribution of load, through specific stress paths. This leaves its occupants protected from the impact of collisions. The standard safety features of the car include laminated windscreen, childproof rear locks, front and rear side impact door beams, front and rear seat belts, centre high mount stop lamp, central locking and electric fuel cap release.

Variants, Price And Color
Ford Ikon is available in six variants - 1.3 LXi, 1.3 Flair, 1.6 EXi, 1.6 ZXi, 1.8 EXi, and 1.8 ZXi. The sedan comes in six colors that include Panther Black, Diamond White, Paprika Red, Silver Stone, Jewel Violet and Vitro. The starting price of the sedan is Rs. 4.83 Lakhs.

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Honda City

Honda City has been given a new lease of life. A product of Honda Siel Cars India Ltd, the third-generation City has started wooing the Indian consumers. The luxurious sedan has lot to offer to its potential buyers - new engine, new design, more grandeur, increased cabin space, and of course, top-notch performance. Honda City has been regarded a prestigious brand in India since its launch in 1998. It maintains a significant market share in its class and the latest model has taken it popularity to a much higher level.

Engine

The brand new edition of Honda City is powered by highly developed 1.5L, 4 cylinder new generation i-VTEC engine, which assures class-leading output and excellent fuel economy. The engine churns out a power of 118 PS @ 6600 rpm and a maximum torque of 146 Nm @ 4800 rpm. The engine is E10 compliant and has Euro IV emission levels, which reduce the negative impact on environment.

Design And Comfort

The refined aero-dynamics of Honda City heighten its presence wherever it goes. Its killer looks are sure to bowl you over. The new car is longer, wider and sturdier as compared to its previous model. The height of the new City has been lowered by 15 mm, with ground clearance remaining the same. The sleeker and sturdier body shape is enticing. Comfort has always been a priority for automobiles manufactured by Honda and this car is no exception. The increased cabin space of the new Honda City offers a luxurious ride for five people.

Interiors

The stylish interiors of new Honda City sport a trendy meter design. The color contrast of the dual-toned dashboard is soothing for the eyes. The car also features advanced integrated audio system. It boasts of featuring world's first car audio that offers its users the liberty to integrate it with any of the newer technologies like iPOD, MP3player, USB Memory, and cell phone with MP3 Player. The audio system comes with a remote control and its controls are mounted on the steering as well.

Ride And Handling

Riding is a different experience when it comes to the new Honda City. The engine of the car has been engineered at its best, to ensure effortless driving. The control of the automobile is solely in the driver's hands, thanks to its 5-speed automatic transmission, with paddle shift. A comfortable start is facilitated by its swift responsiveness. While its stress-free acceleration enables you to cruise along the silky-smooth highways effortlessly, the front and rear suspension provide supple riding comfort.

Safety

The new Honda City is fully loaded with advanced safety features, both active and passive, including ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) with Brake Assist (BA), Dual SRS airbags, pre-tensioner seat belts, and G-CON (G-Force Control Technology) body with a crush-proof survival zone. Advanced pedestrian safety is assured by the front body structure of the car.

Variants, Price And Color
The brand new Honda City is available in three variants - 1.5E (MT), 1.5S MT and 1.5S AT. It comes in a range of spectacular colors, including Habenero Red Pearl, Alabaster Silver Metallic, Polished Metal Metallic, Bold Beige Metallic, Tafetta White and Crystal Black Pearl. The price of the new Honda City ranges from Rs 7.7 lakh to Rs 8.9 lakh.

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