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Chevrolet Beat Diesel Launched
A hatchback that established an absolutely refreshing sense of style through its unconventional, but bold design, the Chevrolet Beat being sold for over two years now in its 1.2 liter 4 cylinder petrol engine is a car with complete balance in performance, style and comfort.
However, seeing the growing demand for diesel cars in the country, GM has now introduced a diesel version of its Beat model, for which a lower capacity engine was specially designed for India application by GM Technical Center India and GM Power-train Europe.
Giving the Chevrolet Beat Diesel life is an all-new 936cc, 3-cylinder diesel engine that pumps out 58.5 PS of power @ 4,000 Rpm as compared to the petrol's 80-odd horses. But while, the power output on this new oil mill may seem a bit inadequate, a robust diesel torque of 150 Nm @ 1750 Rpm and its ARAI certified mileage of 24 km/ltr makes this stylish hatch, a real value for money proposition.
This engine is India specific, and it's not available anywhere else in the world for now. It is set to be the smallest diesel in the Indian passenger car space yet. Although, the overall design and interiors of the Beat Diesel remains identical to its petrol sibling, some minor changes on the new oil burner include its tyre width, that has been downsized from a 170-section on the petrol to a 165-section on the diesel, on identical 14-inch wheels.
The new Chevrolet Beat Diesel TCDi will be available to interested buyers in four variants, starting with the base PS model for 4.29 lakh, the LS for 4.59 lakhs, the LT for 4.99 lakhs and finally the top end LT (optional package) vairant for 5.45 lakhs (all prices are ex-showroom Delhi). GM India is also offering its buyers 3 years or 1 lakh kilometers warranty with the purchase of this car.
A hatchback that established an absolutely refreshing sense of style through its unconventional, but bold design, the Chevrolet Beat being sold for over two years now in its 1.2 liter 4 cylinder petrol engine is a car with complete balance in performance, style and comfort.
However, seeing the growing demand for diesel cars in the country, GM has now introduced a diesel version of its Beat model, for which a lower capacity engine was specially designed for India application by GM Technical Center India and GM Power-train Europe.
Giving the Chevrolet Beat Diesel life is an all-new 936cc, 3-cylinder diesel engine that pumps out 58.5 PS of power @ 4,000 Rpm as compared to the petrol's 80-odd horses. But while, the power output on this new oil mill may seem a bit inadequate, a robust diesel torque of 150 Nm @ 1750 Rpm and its ARAI certified mileage of 24 km/ltr makes this stylish hatch, a real value for money proposition.
This engine is India specific, and it's not available anywhere else in the world for now. It is set to be the smallest diesel in the Indian passenger car space yet. Although, the overall design and interiors of the Beat Diesel remains identical to its petrol sibling, some minor changes on the new oil burner include its tyre width, that has been downsized from a 170-section on the petrol to a 165-section on the diesel, on identical 14-inch wheels.
The new Chevrolet Beat Diesel TCDi will be available to interested buyers in four variants, starting with the base PS model for 4.29 lakh, the LS for 4.59 lakhs, the LT for 4.99 lakhs and finally the top end LT (optional package) vairant for 5.45 lakhs (all prices are ex-showroom Delhi). GM India is also offering its buyers 3 years or 1 lakh kilometers warranty with the purchase of this car.
| Upside | : | frugal engine, style, | |||||||
| Downside | : | slightly cramped rear seats, small boot | |||||||
| MyVerdict | : | The quirky little Chevrolet Beat in its diesel avatar promises to be a fun, enjoyable hatchback while offering good performance along with great fuel economy. |
Chevrolet Beat Specifications
| Engine and Transmission: | |
| Engine Displacement (CC) | 936 cc |
| No Of Cylinders | 3 Cylinder |
| No Of Gears | 4 Forward and 1 Reverse |
| Power (PS) | 58.5 PS |
| Torque (NM) | 150 Nm |
| Transmission | Manual |
| Kerb Weight | 1027 Kgs |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Fuel Economy: | |
| City (KPL) | Data Not Available |
| Highway (KPL) | Data Not Available |
| Overall (KPL) | 24 (Claimed) |
| Performance: | |
| 060 kph (sec) | Data Not Available |
| 0100 kph (sec) | Data Not Available |
| Top Speed (KPH) | Data Not Available |
| Brakes Steering Suspension and Tyres: | |
| Brakes Front | Disc |
| Brakes Rear | Drum |
| Steering Type | Rack and Pinion |
| Minimum Turning Radius | Data Not Available |
| Suspension Front | McPherson Strut type with AntiRoll Bar |
| Suspension Rear | Compound Crank Type |
| Tyre Size | 165/65 R14 |
| Wheel Size | 14*4.5 J |
| Exterior Dimensions: | |
| Length Width Height | 3640*1595*1520 |
| Wheelbase(mm) | 2375 mm |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 175 mm |
| Track Front (mm) | Data Not Available |
| Track Rear (mm) | Data Not Available |
| Interior Dimensions: | |
| Boot (Litres) | Data Not Available |
| Fuel Capacity (Litres) | Data Not Available |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
