Ford Ikon plus launched in india

Ford India has launched another variant of its much popular entry level sedan, the Ford Ikon. The new Ford Ikon Plus comes loaded with state-of-the-art accessories as a comprehensive package enhancing the style and comfort of the vehicle.

Ford India has launched a new variant of its entry-level sedan Ford Ikon priced at Rs 5.77 lacs for the Diesel variant and Rs. 5.17 lacs for the Petrol variant (ex showroom, New Delhi). The new Ford Ikon Plus will be available in both petrol and diesel options and comes 13 inch alloys, rear spoiler, side mouldings, chrome exhaust tip, leather vinyl seats, IPod-compatible MP3 player and remote keyless entry.

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''The new variant is a follow up to the terrific response witnessed on the Ikon iKool last year. We believe that the new plus pack is further reinforcement to push the limits to give our customers more style, safety and comfort features,'' said Nigel Wark, executive director, marketing, sales and service, Ford India.

New Ford Ikon Plus is attractive on the outside as it is comfortable inside. The macho exterior is augmented with 13" Hyper silver alloy wheels and chrome on the decklid handle & exhaust trims. On the inside it features leather vinyl seats, iPod-compatible MP3 player and remote keyless entry. The Ford Ikon Plus also boasts of eminent security features such as remote keyless entry and anti-theft alloy wheel nuts.

With more than 1,20,000 vehicles on the road, the Ford Ikon continues to offer a great combination of class-leading fuel efficiency, superior driving experience and great value proposition in the entry level sedan segment.

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New BMW Sedan launched in India

The new BMW 520d has been launched in India and can be ordered at BMW dealerships across India.

Dr. Andreas Schaaf, President, BMW India said, “The 5 Series is the core model in our product portfolio. The newBMW 5 Series sedan, since its launch in April 2010, has successfully emerged as a leader in the luxury sedan segment in India. The new BMW 520d sets a new benchmark for four cylinder diesel sedans by combining outstanding performance with incomparable fuel efficiency.”

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The new BMW 520d delivers best-in-class fuel economy of 18.4 km/ltr as measured by Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) for Indian market specifications. This has been possible by effective implementation of “Efficient Dynamics” which in simple words means getting more for less. The new BMW 520d effectively embodies the principle of Efficient Dynamics by incorporating light weight construction technology, Brake Energy Regeneration and the advanced Electronic Power Steering technology.

Powerful aesthetics, dynamic performance and unmatched comfort make the new BMW 520d the most desirable modern executive sedan in its class. The new BMW 520d will be CKD (completely knocked-down unit) produced at the BMW Plant Chennai and the all India ex-showroom prices in INR are as follows -

The new BMW 520d : INR 36,90,000

Note: Ex-showroom price excludes RTO registration charges, tax, insurance, handling charges; Octroi and entry tax (as applicable). The above ex-showroom prices are exclusive of sales tax / VAT applicable on sale to the customer. Prices and options are subject to change without prior notice.

The new BMW 520d will be available in a range of ten paint finishes: Alpine White, Black Sapphire, Cashmere Silver, Deep Sea Blue, Havanna, Milano Beige, Space Grey, Titanium Silver, Imperial Blue Brilliant Effect and Sophisto Grey Brilliant Effect.

Individual upholstery designs in Dakota leather will be available in four colours: Black, Vento Beige, Cinnamon Brown/Black, Oyster/Black and Oyster/Oyster Dark. The following interior trims are available: Fine-wood Trim Ash Grain Brown and Fine-wood Trim Fineline Anthracite.

The new BMW 520d comes with a two-lire four cylinder turbo diesel engine with an eight-speed automatic transmission. This engine delivers a maximum output of 135 kW/184 hp as well as peak torque of 380 Nm at 1,750 rpm reaching its maximum output at 2,500 rpm. Acceleration from a standstill to 100 km/hr comes in 8.1 seconds with top speed of 225 km/h.

Source: www.autoblogs.in