Overview:The Hyundai Accent is a 4-door saloon car that packs punch with a peppy engine, smooth suspension and plush interiors, making the whole driving experience a real pleasure. Hyundai raises the bar on the Accent sedan for this model. Available in three variants – EXECUTIVE, CNG, and LPG. The sedan is spacious and refined, with upscale features, a gutsy engine and upgraded safety features.
Hotting up competition in the fast-growing midsize segment are the successful Honda City, Tata Indigo, Ford Fiesta and Chevrolet Aveo. Hyundai launched an all-new Accent in September 2006; the new car has larger dimensions than its predecessor.
Powertrain & Performance:The Accent comes with a 1.5-litre Double Overhead Camshaft (DOHC) petrol engine that outputs 94 bhp of power and 12.5 kgm of torque. A 5-speed manual transmission gives fuel economy of 8/13 km/l (city/highway). The same 1.5- litre engine powers the CNG variant but comes with an added CNG kit is also available with this model.
The Accent also comes in LPG variant with separate petrol and fuel tank of 45-litres and 27.2-litres respectively. The LPG tank has a special ‘Toroidal’ design allowing intelligent use of space and making large space for luggage storage. The LPG variant of the car known as Accent Eco also boasts of the lowest greenhouse gas emission as it emits lower CO2. The technologically advanced engine also offers host of benefits including reduced engine maintenance, longer life of spark plug, and enhanced reliability.
The Hyundai Accent’s ride is smooth and comfortable; tuned suspension flattens out road irregularities. Handling is responsive, thanks to a front McPherson strut suspension, while its power rack-and-pinion steering allows for a precise feel. Pushed through corners, the Accent responds with predictable body roll.
The Hyundai Accent looks elegant with chrome-trimmed front grille, chrome Hyundai badge, integrated bumpers, a high roofline with rubber trim and rectangular headlights set back from the front fenders. The car comes standard with 13-inch steel wheels, front fog lamps, body-coloured bumpers, power windows, intermittent wipers, waistline mouldings and body-coloured mirrors/door handles.
The Accent cabin has a new upscale beige colour scheme. A contoured instrument pod in front of the steering wheel incorporates the speedometer, tachometer, and fuel and coolant temperature gauges. All seats are contoured and finished in good quality upholstery; rear-seat legroom and headroom is adequate. Rear seat splits 60/40 for storage of additional luggage.
Standard equipment on the Accent includes power steering, a tilt steering wheel, passenger vanity mirror, adjustable front headrests, front seat armrest, door map pockets, and front seatback pockets.
The Hyundai Accent comes with standard safety features that include a collapsible steering column, child-safety rear door locks, front/rear seatbelts, adjustable headrests, rear defogger, and central door locking.
Overview:The BMW 6-Series is a 2-door coupe manufactured by the German automaker BMW. It is available in a single variant ? the 650i, which is offered in a 2+2 seater configuration.
The BMW 6-Series was launched in other countries in 1976 but it arrived in India only in 2007, in its second-generation. The first-generation continued in production till 1989 while the second-generation was first produced in 2003.
The 6-Series comes with a basic vehicle and drivetrain warranty of four years or 50,000 miles. It competes with the likes of the Ford GT, Porsche Carrera GT, and Mercedes-Benz SLR.
Powertrain & Performance:The 650i Coupe is powered by a 4.8-liter V-8 engine that churns out 367 bhp @ 6,300 rpm and 490 Nm @ 3,400 rpm. The engine is linked to a standard 6-speed manual transmission. However, 6-speed automatic transmission with Steptronic and 6-speed Sequential Manual Gearbox are also available as optional.
The 650i rides on aluminum double-joint spring strut front axle and aluminum integral rear axle. Sports suspension is also standard on the 650i. The suspension also includes anti-roll bars in the front as well as rear. Inner-vented disc brakes in the front and rear offer forceful stopping power.
Every inch of the BMW 6-Series coupe oozes style and oomph. This coupe measures more than 15 feet in length and stand on a wheelbase of more than nine feet. Its wide stance and smooth lines give it an attractive eye-catching appearance.
It comes standard with body-coloured bumpers, a distinct front grille with kidney slats, body-coloured outside door handles, and light alloy wheels.
The 650i Coupe is available with an optional electric glass-roof with lift-function and electrically-adjustable sunshade. The 6-Series also features a vertically-retractable glass rear window that can be raised or lowered independent of the soft top.
Interiors are roomy and comfortable. The Coupe can seat four passengers comfortably.
The 650i Coupe features standard leather Dakota upholstery. However, it is also available with optional exclusive leather Pearl upholstery.
Automatic air-conditioning, power windows, and power door locks are standard on the 650i. The information display in the dashboard includes chrome rings for the speedometer and rev counter, a fuel-level gauge, and an oil temperature gauge. An external temperature gauge is also standard on the 650i Coupe.
It comes standard with a power-adjustable, leather-wrapped steering wheel with multi-function buttons. It is also offered with optional cup holders. The Coupe features a luggage compartment with a load capacity of around 450 litres.
The BMW 6-Series comes loaded with safety features for the protection of occupants. Some safety features standard on the 650i Coupe are, airbags, seat belts, central locking, and child seat fastening ISOFIX on the rear seat.
Structural safety features include side impact protection and crumple zones. It also features standard ABS and cruise control. Alarm system with remote control is optional on the BMW 6-Series, as is the front and rear Park Distance Control (PDC).
Overview:German luxury car manufacturer BMW has launched the stylish and trendy 6 Series Convertible with a powerful engine, class-leading features and comfortable cabin to strengthen its position in the convertible segment in the Indian auto market.
BMW has built the top-end 6 Series convertible according to the tastes and preferences of car enthusiasts who are waiting to drive home the most stylish and powerful convertibles. The 6 series convertible is a perfect combination of advanced technology, incomparable luxury and unsurpassed comfort and it is a car which every car enthusiast craves for.
BMW has rolled out the 6 Series convertible in one variant ’650i’ on Indian roads. Striking design, advanced drive technologies, ample luxury amenities and driver assistance safety system are highlights. The convertible comes with a fully automatic roof that ensures fresh air inside the cabin and increases the level of comfort even if the roof is open or closed.
The mechanically, structurally and dynamically well-designed convertible is undeniably more superb than its rivals and delivers impressive performance, great agility and brilliant handling.
As it is built with advanced dynamic traction control and dynamic stability control systems, there is no fear of the car rolling over at high speeds.
Powertrain & Performance:
The 6 series convertible is available in 650i variant and is offered with a two-wheel drive configuration. The 650i is propelled by a powerful 4.8L V8 engine that combines impressive performance with exceptional smoothness. It delivers a remarkable 362 bhp of power at 6300 rpm and 490 Nm of torque at 3400 rpm. It goes from 0-100 km/h in a mere 5.7 seconds. The engine is mated to a 6-speed Sport Automatic transmission that assures a smooth and effortless drive.
The convertible is built with a double wishbone front suspension and an integral rear suspension made of aluminum that reduces weight and ensures an even distribution of load between the front and rear axles. The optional Dynamic Drive active suspension system sets new standards in handling precision and ensures optimum stability and comfort by minimizing body roll via active anti-roll bars on the axles.
Strong lines flow from the A-pillars along the engine compartment lid to the trademark kidney grille. The long hood, long wheelbase and low flowing roofline make the convertible look dynamic and purposeful.
It comes with a bumper system featuring interchangeable front and rear energy absorbing crumple zones. The exterior features Xenon headlight with headlight washer system, wind deflector and windscreen with green shade band. It stands on ellipsoid styling light alloy wheels that add a touch of elegance to the exterior.
The cozy interior is designed with a host of features to ensure that passengers are comfortable throughout the journey and to make travelling a pleasurable experience instead of a stressful one.
It offers electrically-adjustable sports seats which are supportive and comfortable for both driver and passengers. The aesthetically designed interior bears luxurious amenities that include sports leather steering wheel with multifunction buttons, and automatic air conditioning with extended features. It also offers enough cargo space to carry luggage and other belongings and comes standard with a Hi-fi professional LOGIC7 audio system for entertainment.
The convertible is loaded with top-of-the-line safety features such as dual-stage airbags for driver and front passenger with seat occupant detectors, side airbags for driver and front passenger, active headrests, anti-lock braking system, Dynamic Brake Control, Dynamic Traction control, integrated side-impact protection and roll-over protection system in rear headrests.