The Auto-Expo thread.

[surya333 0]

Hey guys, are the tickets for the expo available at Dwarka metro station ???

[siddhant 0]

Any news about the new Engine in Swift( K series engine for swift? to meet the BS4' date=' or its going to be the current engine with modification for BSIV has any one seen it at the auto expo what all changes have they made in the swift.

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No,there wasn't any engine change n the swift.All they had were modified versions of the swift which would never make it to the market!

[arreddyy 0]

For me the 5-Series GT is one of the show stoppers!

[Durango Dude 2]

Don't miss the autocar show at 12.30pm today!

[bluesapphire 1]

I have posted the pics of MSIL and VW in their respective threads, but am posting the pics of Tata products here.

The Tata pavilion was most exciting of all, it had more new products and had Fiat and JLR with them, truely international type pavilion with dedicated official merchandise shop.

Tata Commercial vehicles - This time there were many companies with their new commercial vehicles but most interesting and good looking of them were Tata Prima.

Tata Magic Iris

Tata Hybrid Bus

Tata Aria - This was the most interesting and most awaiting product and it looks fabulous. The fit & finish was good and colors were attractive, the alloys also complemented the car and interiors especially centre control was prado like and this car is huge. The interesting part was its bonnet is sedan like long and not too sloppy like innova or Xylo. However interior quality was average but its loaded with features like integrated GPS, 6airbags, infotainment, 4X4 drive, traction control, ESP, etc.

[bossottoelango 0]

TATA Aria- the real Indian Pajero

[rahul1810 0]

Does anybody else feels that Tata are overdoing the Chrome job on both Manza and Aria

[bluesapphire 1]

Well i liked the chrome touches on both Manza and Aria, they make the cars look more upmarket. And there are no thick chrome strips except on grille & thin stripes looks good.

This Vista looked really good.

Vista Electric

Tata Nano's

Tata Aria

Tata's own version of JaguarThe Prima concept, It looked really good i hope Tata brings them soon. It looked no less than a Mini Jag.

The Latest Jaguar XJ

[bluesapphire 1]

New Starbus

Winger Ambulance

Tata Venture - This was very exciting vehicle as its supposed to be Omni/Eeco competitor and was very well made. It looks good, it has family car type interiors and seating position and has a diesel and also to have good pricing. I hope it comes soon but with 2doors as contrary to 1 in this shown vehicle.

Jaguars

Now to Skoda Pavilion

Skoda Yeti - Its sure to have gained lots of attention at the expo but launch is still far away, dont expect it before 2011 as told by Skoda people. And expect the fully loaded diesel version to come here with 4x4 & 4x2 options.

Superb Combi

Laura RS

Fabia Greenline

I have some pics of Superb but i guess no need of posting it here as there was nothing new in it.

Now to Audi.

Little OT, Audi has the best looking ladies with their attractive looking cars.bluesapphire2010-01-12 05:51:10

[bluesapphire 1]

Some pics from Hero Honda pavilion.

There was nothing new at the Hero Honda's but there pavilion was designed very well especially the fountain.

Transparent ZMR

Pics from Hyundai Pavilion.

There was nothing new at Hyundai except the i10 electric, safety track for kids and imode concept, the stall was pretty dull and boring. Also they fools didnt even opened their cars for public like i20, verna, accent or even santro as if they were Rolls Royce. Even BMW or Merc have opened their most of cars for public to have check inside.

The i mode concept.

Hyundai Genesis

Hyundai H1 - On asking i came to know that they are not planning to launch this anytime soon. It was just for display.

Their current line up.

This Verna was looking better with these alloys and some chrome touches.

Some random pics.

JBL counter

Modified Scorpio

Nandi 3wheelers

Prestige Alloys wheels collection

bluesapphire2010-01-12 06:30:49

[neerajd 7]

Superb photographs here..

I just wish the Tata Venture comes to the markets very soon. Looks like a promising wagon. Also the Hyundai H-1. The Eeco on the other hand looks like a outdated model polished n kept up for display.

Hope too see cars like Hyundai Genesis making a launch in India. The Tata Aria should be a good rival to the Innova. I just hope that the interiors come to the streets when it is launched. No carry forwards from the existing vehicles please.

[bluesapphire 1]

Thanks Neeraj and yes you will see those interiors on Aria when launched as it was production vehicle.

Some random pics.

Now the Autocar India stall.

Well no one was there from our Forum, i just saw Shapur Kotwal and other staffers who were there for subscription of Mag.

Hero Electric

This was a concept vehicle.

Ex[ensive Cycles, anyone?

Royal Enfield

Cafe Racer Concept

bluesapphire2010-01-12 10:08:27

[neerajd 7]

@ bluesapphire: That is really good news. Checked out the whole thread today.

Hyundai disappointed big time. Accent and the Santro making space? and

I've never liked any of the Tata products till date, but the Aria and the Vista Concept S sure look good. Instead of coming up with black roof and golden emboss, Tata should look at the Vista Concept S for a Limited Edition that comes out every year..

A center console speedo for Toyota Etios - very unacceptable. I never appreciated it in the Spark either. The sedan looks no bigger then the Ikon.. and they're pricing it around 10??

I could not see any pics of the New Mahindra SUV that is on cards.. can anyone please confirm this?

Suzuki Kizashi looks like a blown up SX4. The (original) SX4 hatch looks quite hot. Pricing around i20?

There were rumors of the Suzuki Landy coming in as the Eeco. Would have been an interesting car to have on the Indian roads.

Renault Fluence looks awesome - very French

Polo looks refreshingly good to the eyes. Should make a splash in the market with its launch. The 1.6 diesel with 17" alloys is something I'd be looking forward to.

Did not hear anything exciting from Honda either. Their concept looks good only as a concept

Fiat was dazzling with Linea and the Punto sports model looked very down-market (my views). Linea is really a class apart car, with its looks, dynamics and the interiors.

Did not like the BMW Grand Turismo.

[rssh 59]

I went to theexpoon Sunday and I also have many pics but the pics here are more better than mine all I can say is that the Camero and the F1 car were the show stoppers for me .

The best though out space was of maruti and worst was hyundais and merc (merc think that weare poor people and were saying move on fast I couldn't get a good shot inspite lesser crowd in the morning at 9am, they talk about safety and the whole place was cramped.

Aci stand looked deserted and lambo come on you should have got better coloured one people didn't look excited to see it.Thought the Ducatii1098 was really great.

 

[creativebala 178]

Great pix BS, nice coverage 'n good sense of photography.

 

That JBL Nano in that color + suicide door is good.

All Hyundai models are yuck baring i20.

[Durango Dude 2]

@BS: Thanks for sweating it out for us and taking such wonderful pic's. Must have had good and hard time with milling crowds and all that travel. 

[bluesapphire 1]

Thanks CB & DD.

Well yes there was too rush but for automobiles its worth it. I also attended the expo on 7th and was standing for business visitor batch for almost 2hrs that too i could attend only for 2hrs as i had to leave that day.

Some pics from Mercedes

Mercedes Bus

C Class

S Guard

ML

New GL - This SUV's doesnt looks great rather looks boxy and no stand against Q7.

Now the attraction of Merc stall - The SLS Gullwing - It looks amazing.

E coupe

Now another Big German - BMW - Saw Adi Godrej(Chairman Godrej Group) at this stall.

X6 - It looks really huge and great but headroom is not adequate.

Gran Turismo - Not that great looking.

Z4 - Looks stunning.

X1 - This was most exciting BMW as its entry level luxury SUV and i think when launched will get good response, also looked really good.

7 Series 760Li individual

bluesapphire2010-01-13 10:50:19

[bluesapphire 1]

I went to theexpoon Sunday and I also have many pics but the pics here are more better than mine all I can say is that the Camero and the F1 car were the show stoppers for me .

The best though out space was of maruti and worst was hyundais and merc (merc think that weare poor people and were saying move on fast I couldn't get a good shot inspite lesser crowd in the morning at 9am' date=' they talk about safety and the whole place was cramped.

Aci stand looked deserted and lambo come on you should have got better coloured one people didn't look excited to see it.Thought the Ducatii1098 was really great.

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[/quote'] Well to me Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors and Chevrolet had best most interesting pavilions and yes Hyundai was most dull and boring. But regarding Merc i dont think the same may be this was with you because it was sunday otherwise i didnt faced any problems with them.

[sb-alto 21]

@bluesapphire : thanks for your wonderful pictures. Must have enjoyed the expo.

This Mercedes Benz bus will hit Kolkata roads this diwali as per a press conference in Park hotel yesterday. MB east sales division conducted this Press conference. Bus service will be available for Hotel to airport.

[driftpunk 0]

Hey DD, isnt that SLS the same Merc car that went around in a tunnel ?? 

[anjan_c2007 1]

Thanks BS for the lovely photos. A treat to watch!

[Durango Dude 2]

Hey DD' date=' isnt that SLS the same Merc car that went around in a tunnel ?? 

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Yep it is.

[siddhant 0]

Good Job BS!

I was there on the 5th itself!

Posted a link in this thread to my pics.Sorry could not upload them as I am short on time and have 200+ snaps.

Posting the link again if anyone is interested.

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=148299&id=528310778&l=24a93dff74

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=148323&id=528310778&l=a080fc220c

Hre is a pic of the captiva Extreme that you missed and also posting the pic of the interior of E-spark.

The E-Spark First drive video footage.

[designersf 0]

The Showstopper for me was the awesome X6M. It makes a perfect vehicle for Indian conditions. Its got the looks and the performance and crucially high ground clearance so that it can be driven on any Indian roads.

[bluesapphire 1]

Well for more pics i have posted in respective threads like in Toyota, Honda, Honda 2wheelers, Bajaj, Chevrolet, Harley, etc so refer those if you are interested.

Now some pics from Renault - Though i didnt expected but Renault stall was quite interesting but they will come with their new products only in last quarter of 2011 and not with Mahindra but through their global alliance with Nissan.

The F1

Megane

India Bound Koleos - Will come in around December 2011 to compete with the likes of Captiva. Was a good product but end-2011 is far away now.

Renault Fluence - I dont know why it was not open for public, only then it could have gained more interest. It will also come around same time as Koleos.

Renalut OK

The no frills Logan - This one is co-branded by VIP luggage. I liked the color of car and its interiors, some nice touches are given. And you get the VIP set with this Logan, i think it should be other way around i.e a Logan with VIP set then only people will be interested in it...LOL

Tata Prima