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All new Suzuki Hayabusa to be launched in India tomorrow
We can expect the motorcycle to be priced between Rs 16-18 lakh; a premium over the previous generation’s Rs 13.7 lakh price. However, the extra money will get you a Hayabusa that gets massive upgrades compared to earlier generations. To begin with, the 2021 Hayabusa features new styling that is sharper and more angular than before, while keeping the silhouette of the earlier models. It also comes with full-LED lighting for the headlamp, tail lamp and turn signals that instantly lend it a futuristic appeal.
Handling has also been tweaked by revising the frame to reduce weight and offer 50:50 weight distribution. And while it continues to be powered by a 1340cc, inline-four cylinder engine, the 2021 Hayabusa has been retuned to churn out 188bhp at 9,700rpm as against the previous gen’s 194bhp. The 150Nm of torque is also lowered than the previous 155Nm, although it comes in earlier at 7,000rpm.
Suzuki has also overhauled the list of features on the Hayabusa by offering the 2021 model with a six-axis IMU system, five riding modes, traction control, ride-by-wire throttle, anti-lift control system, ABS, active speed limiter, engine brake control, as well as launch control.The extensive list also consists of low RPM assist, a cruise control system along with slope and hill control. The 2021 Suzuki Hayabusa also comes with a TFT LCD screen fitted between the analogue tachometer and speedometer.
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Improved version of Hyundai Creta launched in Indian market: Check it out here
Hyundai India launched the much-awaited Creta Knight Edition in the country at a starting price of Rs 13.51 lakh (ex-showroom, all-India). This new variant is available in both petrol and diesel engine options and can be had either with a manual or an automatic transmission unit. To read more about the Creta Knight Edition, click here. In addition to this, the company has also introduced a model-year update for the Hyundai Creta with new feature additions.
The 2022 Hyundai Creta is now available in a new Denim Blue colour option and the Highline TPMS is now standard across all variants. The SX (O) trim now also gets a glossy black centre console. Furthermore, the company will offer the iMT option on the 1.5-litre petrol ‘S’ variant to further expand choices for the customers. The new S+ variant powered by a 1.4-litre T-GDi petrol engine with 7DCT now gets an additional set of features, such as –
– Smart panoramic sunroof
– 16-inch black alloy wheels
– Smartphone wireless charger
– Rear Disc Brakes
– Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
– Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
– Hill start assist control (HAC)
– Paddle shifters
– Metal pedals
– Electric and auto-folding ORVMs
– Power window auto up/down
Mechanically, the SUV continues to be powered by the existing petrol and diesel engine options.