BMW X1 India Introduced

Wednesday, December 29, 2010

BMW X1 India Introduced

Do you dream of a BMW but are depressed at the high price? Well, now the German car maker introduces the cheapest BMW X1 in India. BMW X1 is scheduled to launch in January 2011. The cost of the car is supposed to be between 22 lakhs to 29 lakhs. BMW X1 India will be assembled in its Chennai plant with an investment of 180 crore.

BMW X1 India will be in both petrol and diesel variant. BMW X1diesel engine will have the power of 177 BHP, torque 350 Nm and 1750 TO 3000 rpm. BMW X1 petrol on the other hand will have the power of 150 BHP, torque of 200 Nm and 3600rpm.

The BMW officials claim that the BMW X1 diesel version takes 8.3 seconds to pick up a speed of 100 kmph while the petrol version takes 10.4 seconds to take on the same speed. Mr Andreas Schaaf president of BMW India said that "The new BMW 'X1' sets the benchmark by bringing together features of a sports activity vehicle with spontaneous flexibility and outstanding fuel economy.”

The BMW X1 India will bring on a new turn in the segment of luxury cars by getting it closer to the general crowd. This January 2011, one of the first luxury car to be launched in the Indian automobile market will be BMW X1 India.

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How to Shop for an Electric Car

Things are changing all the time even in the auto industry. Electric cars used to be something of fantasy and now we need to know how to shop for an electric car. Although the electric cars are not readily available everywhere, they are becoming more popular and more sought after every day. Apply some of the following suggestions to help you in your process of shopping for an electric car.

Research the available information about electric cars. You need to be an informed consumer in order to properly shop for an electric car. Check consumer report websites and publications for the top rated electric vehicles. These publications will break down the electric cars by various categories such as price, size, miles per gallon and speed abilities while running on electricity. Be sure to compare their other features such as seating capacity, storage space, safety features and maintenance reports. Keep in mind that a hybrid version of a standard model vehicle usually runs at least $3,000 more than its non-hybrid version.

Shop the car dealerships for their featured electric cars. Lexus now offers a hybrid in its 440h (hybrid), which is marketed to be a luxury, but sporty, utility vehicle. Ford has done well with its Escape Hybrid, its smallest sports utility vehicle. There is quite a bit of price difference between the Lexus and the Ford, so it shows that there are hybrids or electric capacity cars out there for every budget. As the electric cars are relatively new on the market, there may be only one per dealership. You may have to work with a sales person to order the electric car you have decided to purchase.

Attend auto shows in major cities. At the auto shows, you will see other electric cars or hybrids in addition to the previously described Lexus and Escape. You will be able to view a Honda Prius hybrid and the new Chevrolet Volt hybrid. Also, look to see some of the up and coming hybrids being shown such as the Honda Accord hybrid, Honda Civic hybrid and the Toyota Camry hybrid. It shows that many car manufacturers are jumping on the hybrid or electric car bandwagon and making hybrid versions of popular sedan styles. If you like what you see, you can probably make a deal right on the spot.

Browse online and Internet websites for options on buying an electric car as well. This is a great source to use if your local dealership does not have the type electric car in stock. You just might find it across the country somewhere and have it shipped right to your front door.

Shop for electric cars by your need for one. If your need for an electric car is only to move around your property or your own neighborhood, then you should consider the "original" electric car known as the "golf cart."

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