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Honda Dio introduced in Philippines: Read specs and price here
The Honda Dio has been one of the highest-selling scooters in India and is only second to its ever-popular sibling- the Activa in the manufacturer’s scooter range.
Now, it has been introduced in the Philippines market at PHP 49,900 which converts to Rs 76,499. In comparison, the scooter costs Rs 63,273 in India. The Dio sold in the South East Asian market is made in India and remains identical to the model sold here. It comes powered by a 109cc, single-cylinder engine that produces 8bhp and 8.91 Nm. In terms of features, the Honda Dio gets an LED DRL and LED headlamp. It also gets a 14.4L under-seat storage as well as two hooks in the front.
While the Dio is being offered in three dual-tone colours in the Philippines- Blue/White, Red/Grey and Orange/Grey, it is available in five snazzier paint schemes in India. You can opt for the dual-tone red/black blue/black and golden/black colours, the matte grey paint that comes with golden wheels, or the Repsol Edition
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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.