Saturday, April 21, 2012

Nissan Murano Launching Soon

The Japan based auto manufacturer, Nissan is planning to launch its latest mid-size SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle), Nissan Murano in Indian market. Nissan might launch this SUV by 2012. With the launch of Nissan Murano, Nissan intends to tap into the potential offered by the growing SUV market of India. The Nissan Murano price falls in the range of Rs 35,00,000 




This stylish mid-size crossover SUV, Nissan Murano, was unveiled in December 2002 and thereafter it was reworked a number of times to make it up-to-date. The second generation of the Nissan Murano launched in the  year 2007 and was available for sale in the year 2008. The company launched a new version in 2009 and in 2010 as well. The company had introduced its first crossover Nissan Murano in US and Canada with a 3.5 litre, DOHC, V6 petrol engine that is still being sold with some upgradation. On the other hand, the mid-size SUV - Nissan Murano - is available with both petrol and diesel engine in the UK. In India, the petrol 3.5 litre engine is highly expected.

The Nissan Murano is equipped with 3.5L, 24-valve, SOHC, V6, petrol engine. Its powerful powerplant produces 252 bhp power at 6000 rpm and churns out top torque value of 334 Nm at 4400 rpm with the help of Continuously variable transmission (CVT). The compact SUV offers fastest acceleration in  its segment and enables it to go from 0-100 kmph in just 8.0 seconds and achieve the top speed mark of 210 kmph. Nissan Murano is a front wheel drive (FWD) vehicle which is also available with four wheel drive as an option.

Nissan Murano is a sporty vehicle with stylish exterior that is bound to attract the youth. The two-tone beige interior with colour coded wood makes its interior one of the best SUV interior in its segment. Other standard features that are available with Nissan Murano includes power windows, speed sensitive electronically powered steering, BOSE Audio system with 11 speakers, 20 inch alloy wheels, ABS (Antilock Braking System) with EBD, electronic stability control, airbags (which includes dual front, front side and side curtain), Bi-Xenon headlights, leather seats, dual-zone surround automatic climate control and many more things.

The five door mid-size SUV Nissan Murano is internationally available with eye-catching exterior and interior design job that give it a very special look. The exterior of the car is made distinctive with new styled front fascia and stunning rear design. The nose of the compact SUV possesses designer chrome slats along with Nissan logo that rest on the honeycomb grille. The Bi-Xenon headlights of the car create fantastic image of the overall frontal look; the headlights share the slot of front grille, very few cars have this type of headlight placing. The front fog lamps are positioned in 3D like cluster in round shape while the lower air intake sits between the fog lamps. The ORVMS are in body colour while the door handles are in chrome finish. The rear side gets funky LED tail lights and new design rear windshield along with rear defogger. The Nissan Murano comes with chrome tipped twin exhaust placed at the each ends of the lower side. Rear fog lamps, high stop lamp, reflectors, rear spoiler are other safety features.







The Nissan Murano comes dressed with elegant and first grade interior features. Leather seats and steering wheel plus ample illumination turn it into a luxury hotel's suite; the cabin seems more appealing with modern designed dashboard entities. The dashboard of the car comes integrated with funky instrument panel that is backlighted with various dazzling illumination. In centre dash, there are audio and AC controls set in distinguish style with chrome touch.

The Nissan Murano is equipped with four spoke powered steering wheel that has got mounted audio, bluetooth, and cruise controls with some illumination. The front and rear windows are powered while the both front seats are power adjustable with memory adjustment. Apart from that, there are other interior features that include interior mood lighting, 12 volt DC power outlets, auxiliary audio input jack, front seat back pockets, wood tone trim, etc.

Interior Comfort

The compact SUV Nissan Murano is believed to be introduced here with most comfortable seat rows and features. The driver seat of the car is 6 way manual adjustable with lumber support while the passenger seat is 4 way adjustable; all the seats are heated. The rear seat is 60:40 split fold-flat with automatic fold down and up feature, reclining rear seats with centre armrest. The front centre console comes with armrest.

The leather wrapped four spoke multi-functional steering wheel provides the driver several facilities including controlling audio system, activating cruise control and operating mobile phone with bluetooth options. You can also enjoy your selected music tracks with advanced audio system that is comprised of 11 speakers. Added to this, there is dual zone climate control system that offers the desired temperature inside the cabin.

Thursday, April 12, 2012

Volkswagon Golf Expected Launch in June 2012

There are a good number of engines and trims of the popular Volkswagen Golf world over, but in India the most anticipated variant is Volkswagen Golf GTD. This model of the Golf is powered by a 2.0 litre, TDI powertrain that churns out a top power of 170 hp at 4,200 rpm and a peak torque of 350 Nm between 1,750 and 2,500 rpm. The hatchback comes with standard  six speed manual transmission while you can opt for an automatic 6 speed gearbox as well. The stylish four wheeler covers 0-100 kmph in just 8.1 seconds, you can speed up to 220 kmph.

The exterior of the upcoming Volkswagen Golf is fitted with sound designing job that creates a magical effect on onlookers. The front nose has got adjustable halogen headlamps that has been incorporated with turn indicators and day time running lamps. The headlamp cluster are attached with radiator grille and bold Volkswagen logo at the centre. The slats get chrome inserts which give it a sophisticated appearance. The lower air intake sports honeycomb design in black treatment. The lower grille cluster is mingled with fog lamp cluster; it has unique designed vertically stacked clear and bright fog lamps. The Volkswagen Golf comes with body colour ORVMs integrated with turn indicators to provide clear vision to the trailing cars. Added to this, the door handles are also wrapped in body colour. The rear side of the Volkswagen Golf carries elegant and sporty image contributed by wider tail lamps, high stop brake light mounted on rear spoiler, soft and advanced hatch gate and chrome tipped twin exhaust system.

From the interior side the dashboard of Volkswagen Golf is more adventurous and is equipped with the latest hi-tech equipments; it includes bluetooth connectivity, digi­tal radio and compatibility with MP3 music players and wireless gadgets. The instrument cluster comes in twin dials and a multi-functional computer screen that displays important car running data such as fuel consumption, mileage, speed, estimated distance to refuelling, etc. Apart from that, the Volkswagen Golf comes with several comfort and convenience features that include driver seat adjustment, front seat centre armrest with storage, power steering with mounted audio and cruise control, AC, music system with four speakers, etc.

The much-awaited Volkswagen beauty - Volkswagen Golf - is reported to debut in India with the latest safety provisions. The car comes with whiplash-optimised front headrests, airbags, ABS with EBD, front fog lamps, day time running lights, Electronic stabilization programme (ESP), parking sensors, etc.