The new car blitz

At least 14 new cars (or variations) are set to launch in India this festive season. Here are some of the jazziest hot wheels you can buy.

1. Mercedes E-Class
Look wise, the new E has a sporty appeal to it. The trademark Merc grille is flanked by rectangular headlamps and the tail lamps are large wraparound units. The best bit, of course, is the new electricallyadjustable seats. Price: Around Rs 55 lakh

2. The Ford Small Car
Ford knows that if volumes are the goal, a small hatchback is the way to go in the Indian market. Enter the Ford small car with a ‘Kinetic design philosophy’. Expect the power to come from a 1.2-litre petrol motor. Price: Rs 3 lakh-4.85 lakh

3. New Renault Logan
Renault comes to the party with the refreshed version of the Logan. Mechanically, little will change as it will get the same fuel-efficient 1.5 DCI diesel and the 1.4- and 1.6-litre petrol options. Changes will include a more stylish headlamp and a redone front bumper. Price: Rs 5.12 to Rs 8 lakh

4. Chevrolet Cruze
GM is on the verge of unleashing two new models in India. The first is the Cruze with its three-spoke steering. Engines would be a 1.8-litre petrol with 140 bhp or a 1991cc common-rail engine with 148 bhp. Price: Rs 12 lakh-13.5 lakh

5. Fiat Bravo
The Bravo was expected to enter India through the CBU route. However, Fiat might just make it in India at its Ranjangaon facility near Pune. This means the sporty and ravishing 1.9-litre diesel-powered Bravo could well be in competition with the likes of the i20 and the Fabia as far as pricing goes. Price: Around Rs 8 lakh

6. BMW Z4
This will be a great buy—a proper twoseat convertible with a folding hard top from BMW. The Z4 has a claimed top whack of 250 kmph and a 0-100 kmph dash is dealt in just 5.8 seconds. Price: Around Rs 65 lakh

* All prices are estimates

4 Just Launched

Nissan Teana: The Teana gets a makeover with a host of new features. PRICE: Rs 20-24 lakh

Nissan X-Trail: The new X-Trail looks even sturdier and gets a new engine as well. PRICE: Rs 20-25 lakh

Ford Endeavour: The new Endeavour has an automatic transmission with 3.0-litre diesel engine. PRICE: 18 lakh

New Honda Civic: The Civic comes with cosmetic upgrades like headlamps, bumper, and grille. PRICE: Rs 11.87-14.13 lakh