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Best Cars of the Year 2008
The Indian car market is vibrant and promising with a huge number of new car launches every year. Car manufacturers are heading with fresh ideas, innovative technologies, and advanced designing skills to deliver the best to the car consumers.
They work diligently to satisfy the cravings and desires of car consumers with reliable, dependable, and fuel-efficient cars. It is believed that those who have the freshness of appeal and knowledge of technological excellence can only rule the industry or survive in the market amid hurdles like the inflation, recessionary storms, and credit crunch.
Even during this time of falling sales and economic recession, many car manufacturers have introduced their new car models. Some car models were launched with green technology while other models were released emphasising on space and luxury.
With a high volume of cars rushing in the Indian car market, there are many new cars that have been really successful in meeting heightened expectations of car consumers. ZigWheels, an online automotive portal, have honoured few new cars that are launched in the year 2008 with the 'Cars of the Year' award.
Cars from different car segments have been awarded based on the style, performance, fuel-efficiency, and appreciation from car enthusiasts across the country.
They work diligently to satisfy the cravings and desires of car consumers with reliable, dependable, and fuel-efficient cars. It is believed that those who have the freshness of appeal and knowledge of technological excellence can only rule the industry or survive in the market amid hurdles like the inflation, recessionary storms, and credit crunch.
Even during this time of falling sales and economic recession, many car manufacturers have introduced their new car models. Some car models were launched with green technology while other models were released emphasising on space and luxury.
With a high volume of cars rushing in the Indian car market, there are many new cars that have been really successful in meeting heightened expectations of car consumers. ZigWheels, an online automotive portal, have honoured few new cars that are launched in the year 2008 with the 'Cars of the Year' award.
Cars from different car segments have been awarded based on the style, performance, fuel-efficiency, and appreciation from car enthusiasts across the country.
Hatchback of the Year
Maruti Suzuki A-Star is awarded the best hatchback of the year. This new car from Maruti's stable has successfully manages to appeal the average young car buyers with its distinctive exterior, pleasing looks, and warm interiors. Excellent styling, improved comfort, impressive fuel efficiency, and outstanding performance come in an affordable and economical package.
A-star is propelled with the latest invention in engine technology, the next generation KB series. 1.0-litre K10B engine delivers an excellent power output and impressive fuel efficiency. In the present scenario, the car is in compliance to the Bharat Stage III emission norms and it is also cautiously designed to meet future emission norms both in the Indian as well as international market.
The exterior of the car is beautified with contemporary European design and impressive features. Some special characteristics of the car exterior are sweeping expressive lamps, wide sporty grille, good engine ventilation, comet shaped tail lamps, and striking bumper.
The car displays a blend of modern and ethnic interiors. It is designed with a crushable structure for optimized safety of both the driver as well as rear seat passengers.
A-star is propelled with the latest invention in engine technology, the next generation KB series. 1.0-litre K10B engine delivers an excellent power output and impressive fuel efficiency. In the present scenario, the car is in compliance to the Bharat Stage III emission norms and it is also cautiously designed to meet future emission norms both in the Indian as well as international market.
The exterior of the car is beautified with contemporary European design and impressive features. Some special characteristics of the car exterior are sweeping expressive lamps, wide sporty grille, good engine ventilation, comet shaped tail lamps, and striking bumper.
The car displays a blend of modern and ethnic interiors. It is designed with a crushable structure for optimized safety of both the driver as well as rear seat passengers.
Sedan of the Year
The new Honda City has bagged the award for best sedan of the year. The car model has gone through various facelifts and generations to reach the present pathbraking all-new Honda City.
The new City comes with a completely redesigned chassis and innovative style. Designed with fresh ideas and novel technology, the car makes a significant presence on Indian road. The interior of the car is beautifully adorned with elegant fabrics, ornamented instrument cluster, dual tone dashboard, and an advanced integrated music system.
The car is powered with a 1.5-litre iVTEC petrol engine that delivers excellent power, unmatched performance, improved acceleration, enhanced stability, and outstanding fuel-efficiency.With an effective steering and suspension system, the new City is extremely stable even at high speeds and makes an ideal car for Indian road conditions.
New Honda City also ensures maximum safety for not only the car passengers but also the pedestrians and other vehicles sharing the road. It is equipped with a host of safety features including the G-Force technology, dual airbags, and antilock brakes with electronic brake force distribution.
The new City comes with a completely redesigned chassis and innovative style. Designed with fresh ideas and novel technology, the car makes a significant presence on Indian road. The interior of the car is beautifully adorned with elegant fabrics, ornamented instrument cluster, dual tone dashboard, and an advanced integrated music system.
The car is powered with a 1.5-litre iVTEC petrol engine that delivers excellent power, unmatched performance, improved acceleration, enhanced stability, and outstanding fuel-efficiency.With an effective steering and suspension system, the new City is extremely stable even at high speeds and makes an ideal car for Indian road conditions.
New Honda City also ensures maximum safety for not only the car passengers but also the pedestrians and other vehicles sharing the road. It is equipped with a host of safety features including the G-Force technology, dual airbags, and antilock brakes with electronic brake force distribution.
SUV of the Year
The tag of best SUV of the year is given to the Mitsubishi Outlander. The demand for SUVs in the Indian car market has gradually increased as family cars. Many car manufacturers have introduced their high-end SUVs in the market, out of which the Outlander was found to be class-leading in terms of style, performance, comfort, and fuel efficiency.
The newly launched Outlander was introduced against the Chevrolet Captiva and Tata Sumo Grande. The car was brought through the CBU route to ensure that the SUV follows the same success path as the Honda CR-V in the country.
New Mitsubishi Outlander comes with an impressive style decorated with shapely headlamps, the large twin slatted grille, and aluminium skidplate. The muscular and impressive exteriors of the car give it a macho appeal. In addition, the car interiors is beautified with a customized 650-watt Rockford Fosgate music system, well designed instrument cluster, stylish dashboard, electrically adjustable driver’s seat, plush beige interiors, and rear seat centre armrest.
Under the hood, the Outlander is powered with a 2.4-litre MIVEC (Mitsubishi Innovative Valve timing Electronic Control) unit that pumps out 168 bhp. The advanced engine technology is mated with six-step CVT gearbox and efficient suspension system. All these technologies together deliver improved performance, acceleration, and driving comfort.
The newly launched Outlander was introduced against the Chevrolet Captiva and Tata Sumo Grande. The car was brought through the CBU route to ensure that the SUV follows the same success path as the Honda CR-V in the country.
New Mitsubishi Outlander comes with an impressive style decorated with shapely headlamps, the large twin slatted grille, and aluminium skidplate. The muscular and impressive exteriors of the car give it a macho appeal. In addition, the car interiors is beautified with a customized 650-watt Rockford Fosgate music system, well designed instrument cluster, stylish dashboard, electrically adjustable driver’s seat, plush beige interiors, and rear seat centre armrest.
Under the hood, the Outlander is powered with a 2.4-litre MIVEC (Mitsubishi Innovative Valve timing Electronic Control) unit that pumps out 168 bhp. The advanced engine technology is mated with six-step CVT gearbox and efficient suspension system. All these technologies together deliver improved performance, acceleration, and driving comfort.
Premium CBU of the Year
CBU are those cars that are imported in the country as completely built units. Many of the international beauties have magnetised many Indian consumers with their charm and glamour.
Car manufacturers including Bentley and Audi has brought a couple of CBUs this year in the country. The premium CBU of this year is the Audi A4, a car that was imported with new standards of performance and luxury. The A4 is designed with a sporty styling accentuated with large grille, sleek headlights, and LED lights. In the interiors the A4 is adorned with upmarket and functional features. The interior of this new car is an epitome of luxury on wheels.
The Audi A4 is propelled by a 3.2-litre V6 engine that generates 261 bhp. In addition, the combination of four wheel drive system, front McPherson Strut suspension and rear four-link independent suspension delivers improved performance, impressive fuel efficiency, and excellent driving experience.
Car manufacturers including Bentley and Audi has brought a couple of CBUs this year in the country. The premium CBU of this year is the Audi A4, a car that was imported with new standards of performance and luxury. The A4 is designed with a sporty styling accentuated with large grille, sleek headlights, and LED lights. In the interiors the A4 is adorned with upmarket and functional features. The interior of this new car is an epitome of luxury on wheels.
The Audi A4 is propelled by a 3.2-litre V6 engine that generates 261 bhp. In addition, the combination of four wheel drive system, front McPherson Strut suspension and rear four-link independent suspension delivers improved performance, impressive fuel efficiency, and excellent driving experience.
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