Updated Chevrolet Beat launched at Rs 4.28 lakh

    The refreshed Beat gets added safety and convenience features; top variant gets a new LTZ nomenclature.

    Published On Jan 14, 2016 06:10:00 PM

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    Updated Chevrolet Beat launched at Rs 4.28 lakh

    General Motors India today launched an updated version of the Chevrolet Beat hatchback at a starting price of Rs 4.28 lakh going up to Rs 5.55 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). The hatchback now comes with improved interiors and added safety equipment.

    In terms of the safety features, the LT variant gets the addition of a driver side airbag. Moreover, the top trim, which follows a new LTZ nomenclature, comes with passenger and driver side air bags, anti-lock brakes (ABS) and electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD).

    On the exterior, the Beat’s glass headlamps get black accents, body-coloured door handles, while the tail-lamps now sport a combination of coloured and clear glass. Other features include fog lamps with chrome surrounds, a newly designed rear spoiler with LED inserts and a restyled dual-tone rear bumper with sporty reflectors.

    Inside, the car gets steering-mounted audio controls on some variants, a height-adjustable driver seat and silver interior highlights. The refreshed Chevrolet Beat also comes with remote keyless entry with a foldable key.

    The Beat, which is available with a petrol and diesel engine, has an ARAI-certified fuel economy of 25.44kpl for the diesel engine and 17.8kpl for the petrol engine.

    Mechanicals, however, remain unchanged and the Beat continues to be powered by the
    1.2-litre, four-cylinder petrol unit developing 79bhp and 10.9kgm of torque. The diesel variants come with a three-cylinder unit developing 58.5bhp and 15.2kgm of torque. Transmission duties are carried out by a five-speed manual gearbox.

    “The Chevrolet Beat, one of GM India’s best-selling models, raises the bar in the country’s fast-growing compact car segment. The new version was developed by carefully listening to our customers and enhancing it with smart new features and stylish looks,” Hardeep Brar, vice-president – Sales, General Motors India said in a company statement.

    The updated Beat also gets the addition of two new colours, red and steel grey.
     

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