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Improved version of Maruti Suzuki Baleno to be launched tomorrow
India is all set to reveal and announce the prices of the new Baleno in India tomorrow. Based on the leaked details, the hatchback is likely to be offered with two engines, four variants, and six colour options. The bookings for the 2022 Baleno commenced earlier this month for Rs 11,000.
The new-gen Baleno will feature new wraparound LED headlamps, a bigger and wider front grille with mesh pattern, redesigned front bumpers with new fog lamp housing, a new design for the 16-inch alloy wheels, and tweaked split tail lamps. The refreshed Baleno will sport a three-pod-like design for the LED DRLs. The variants on offer are to include Sigma, Delta, Zeta, and Alpha.
On the inside, Maruti Suzuki has revealed that the Baleno will be equipped with a larger nine-inch free-standing touchscreen infotainment system with smartphone and Alexa connectivity, a head-up display, a 360-degree camera, and Suzuki Connect telematics. However, the leaked brochure also confirms features such as rear aircon vents, revised HVAC system controls, a new flat-bottom steering wheel, repositioned centre aircon vents, cruise control, auto-dimming IRVM, and tilt and telescopic adjustment for the steering wheel.
Maruti Suzuki will power the new Baleno with a 1.2-litre petrol engine equipped with idle start/stop technology. We expect to see revised power output figures as well. The transmission options will include a five-speed manual and an AMT unit that will replace the earlier CVT gearbox.
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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.