Updated Audi Q3 launched in India

Audi India has launched the updated version of the Q3 with Mechanical and features upgrades. The new Q3 2.0-TDI front wheel drive is priced at Rs 34.20 lakh, while the 2.0-TDI Quattro is priced at Rs 37.20 lakh (Ex-showroom, Delhi). 

Under the hood, the Q3 with a 2.0 litre TDI front wheel drive generates 148bhp of power, while the Q3 2.0 TDI quattro engine, it generates 182bhp of power, which is about 4 per cent more powerful than the previous version. The FWD variant goes 0-100 in 9.3 seconds, while the Quattro version goes 0-100kmph in 7.9 seconds. Both the engine come mated to updated 7-speed S tronic transmission.

New Audi Q3 gets a redesigned bumper that features sharper lines and has a striking shape. The new air inlets in the front bumper give the car a rugged and aggressive character. The panoramic sunroof is now standard on the car as are the 17-inch wheels and LED Headlights with signature LED DRLs. Inside the cabin the vehicle now gets front seats with electric adjustment as standard, along with deluxe 2 Zone automatic air conditioner. The Audi Q3 2.0 TDI quattro features sporty aluminium tangent inlays while the Audi Q3 2.0 TDI FWD gets elegant walnut brown inlays.

Looking at the safety features, the new Audi Q3 comes with electronic stabilisation program, 6-airbags and electronic vehicle immobilization device. As for features it comes loaded with - driver information display in colour, hill-start assist and hill descent assist, electromechanical parking brake, folding rear seat back, front and rear centre armrest. Additionally, the new Q3 also offers parking system plus with reverse camera and cruise control.

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Lamborghini Aventador S Launched

Lamborghini India has introduced the Aventador S in the country at Rs 5.01 Crore (ex-showroom, India). It is the facelifted version of the Aventador coupe and features a new front bumper, rear bumper, diffusers and air intakes. All these changes on the exterior make the car more aerodynamic. The new front splitter and diffuser add 130 % more downforce, thus making the car firmly planted on the road.

There are not much changes inside the Aventador S from standard Aventador. It still features the jet-fighter inspired cockpit. However, the old analogue dials in the instrument cluster have been replaced by LCD TFT display. The Italian super carmaker is also offering tonnes of customisation options. You can personalise your Aventador S through Lamborghini's personalisation division.

The new Lamborghini Aventador S is powered by a 6.5-litre naturally aspirated V12 engine that gives power of 730bhp. The powerful engine comes mated to a seven-speed ISR (Independent Shifting Rods) gearbox. The vehicle claims to reach a top speed of 349kmph and goes a 0-100kmph in just 2.9 seconds. The most unique feature of the Aventador S is its four-wheel steering. While at low speeds the rear wheels turn in the opposite direction compared to the front, at high speeds they turn in the same direction. This helps to achieve a shorter turning radius at low speed and better cornering ability at high speeds.

The new Aventador S also features a new driving mode, the 'EGO', apart from the existing Strada, Sport and Corsa. The EGO mode lets the driver choose individual settings for the steering, suspension and engine. The Aventador S replaces the standard Aventador in India. Aventador S rivals with Ferrari 812 Superfast and the Aston Martin Vanquish.

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2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class LWB Launched

Mercedes-Benz has launched the 2017 E-Class in India. Prices start at Rs 56.15 lakh for the E 200 petrol and go up to Rs 69.47 lakh for the E 350 d diesel (both prices ex-showroom Mumbai). The new E-Class is being introduced exclusively as a long-wheelbase model and India is the only country to get it with right-hand drive.

Features in the new 2017 E-Class include 12.3-inch infotainment screen (derived from the S-Class) that can be operated via a touchpad and for entertainment the car comes equipped with a 13-speaker sound system by Burmester. Other features include a panoramic sunroof, motorised sunblinds, 64-colour ambient lighting and touch-sensitive controls on the steering wheel, Full-LED headlights, air-suspension (diesel only) and electrically-adjustable rear seats.

The E 350 d’s 3.0-litre, V6 diesel engine produces 262PS of power and 620Nm of torque. 0-100kmph comes up in a claimed 6.6 seconds with the top speed rated at 250kmph. Mercedes-Benz had the same diesel engine powering the outgoing E-Class, tuned to deliver the same power and torque output. The petrol engine is also a familiar 2.0-litre, four-cylinder unit. Producing 187PS and 300Nm, this engine drives the new E-Class from 0-100kmph in 8.5 seconds – 0.6 seconds slower than the outgoing E-Class – since the new model is larger and, of course, heavier too. Both engines come paired with the 9G-TRONIC nine-speed automatic transmission that drives power to the rear wheels only.

Colour Options available with new 2017 E-Class are Obsidian Black, Iridium Silver, Citrine Brown, Selenite Grey, Polar White. 2017 E-Class takes on rivals like the BMW 5 Series (soon to be replaced by a new generation itself), the Audi A6, Volvo S90 and the Jaguar XF.

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