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Special discounts on run out car models

Demand for existing models falls when their facelift nears launch. We tell you the best best deals you can get on these cars.
2 min read26 Jun '14
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Attractive discounts are being offered on cars as their facelift versions near launch.

With automakers bringing in new cars, the demand for existing models, that are about to be replaced or phased out, hits rock bottom. As a result, this is probably the best time to avail of handsome discounts on such cars. Here are the best deals you can get this month. 
 
Maruti SX4 - Up to Rs 1.17 lakh
 
The new Maruti Ciaz sedan is on the way, so Maruti is offering attractive discounts on the SX4. Cash discount of up to Rs 50,000, with an exchange bonus of Rs 35,000 and excise benefit discount of Rs 32,000, adds up to total savings of almost Rs 1.17 lakh on this fairly capable sedan.
 
Tata Vista - Up to Rs 82,000 
 
Tata is working on a brand new generation of cars. Now that the start of this new generation is not too far away, the Vista is being sold with free insurance for the first three years. This benefit can be up to Rs 52,000, depending on the variant you go in for. There is also an exchange bonus on offer of Rs 30,000. 
 
Volkswagen Polo - Up to Rs 75,000
 
The 2014 Polo facelift is coming on July 15. The current models’ production has been suspended, and dealers are looking to clear inventories. Dealerships are offering a cash discount of up to Rs 55,000 on the Polo. Volkswagen is also offering a bonus of Rs 20,000 in exchange for your old car. That is a total saving of up to Rs 75,000. 
 
Hyundai i20 - Up to Rs 67,000
 
Hyundai’s popular i20 hatch has been around for a while and the company is bringing a new generation soon. The company is, now, offering healthy discounts on the i20. There is a flat cash discount of Rs 20,000 on all variants and an excise discount of up to Rs 27,000. Add to this an exchange bonus of Rs 20,000 on your old car, and you have a total benefit of up to 67,000.

2014 VW Polo facelift : What's new

We list out the changes you will see in the upcoming Volkswagen Polo facelift, that will be launched on July 15.
2 min read26 Jun '14
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Sparing use of chrome looks smart. The orange is a new paint option.

Restyling at the rear is subtle.

Reflectors get a blackened housing.

Buttons laid out on both sides of the new steering wheel.

The multi-information display is no longer red.

Centre console gets some matte-silver finish.

Alloys get a brand new design.

Auto industry relieved as government extends tax waiver

Extension of excise duty relief spells good news for car buyers; price hikes averted.
1 min read25 Jun '14
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Extended excise tax waiver comes as a relief for the automobile industry.

Jaguar reveals F-type Project 7 ahead of Goodwood debut

Up to 250 units will be hand built by Jaguar, starting 2015.
3 min read25 Jun '14
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The Jaguar F-type Project 7 is based on the F-type concept revealed last year at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.

Original F-type was built as a debut to the Jaguar D-type.

Up to 250 units will be hand-built starting next year.

The car weights 1585kg.

New Ford Edge crossover revealed

Second generation Ford Edge is loaded with tech and safety features and will also be sold in right-hand drive markets.
2 min read25 Jun '14
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New Ford Edge.

Mercedes, Carzonrent launch self-drive luxury car rental service

Carzonrent will offer the Mercedes C- and E-class on daily or hourly basis.
1 min read24 Jun '14
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Mercedes C-class.