Chevrolet's New Spark Of Life Called Beat: Launched.

[Crazy cat]

Below is the image of an Alfa Romeo's rear door handle. It is quite similar to the one of Beat.

 

[blackbeauty]

I too was thinking the same but the handle is there at the C pillar just behing the rear glass

Now its visible.

 

[350Z]

The chevrolet's dealer told me that "Beat" will make its debut on Delhi Auto Expo 2010.
Surprisingly he wasn't aware that the car will be named as "Matiz" in India, Had some debate on this and then he told that "Beat" will take place of Spark and spark will be introduced in small engine (likely to be 800cc) or the electric variant.

Now I don't know how true it is.


Drive Safe!
350Z

 

[sriharsha]

what these guys are doing? they initially call the matiz as spark. and now they call the spark as matiz? are these guys CRAZY??

 

[Shynish M]

Probably they want to give comfort to the old Matiz owners!! I think, if they make this move, it should pick up. Plus good ASS & Low cost maintenance will push Chevy to a stable position.

 

[karthik.a]

In one way Chevy Beat is better looking than Spark or Matiz i believe.
Some more pics-

Karthik.

 

[Arun]

Sweet!!

Why does Chevrolet like this colour so much? I hate it!

The rear-door handle has been done quite well.

The pricing of this vehicle will predict it's future. In India many people believe small cars equals to small money and big car equals to big money ( You still have people driving around in Fabias)If it is priced anywhere between 4.5 to 5.5 lakh this will probably encroach upon the sales of the Ritz and the A-Star too!


How to beat it?

Maruti Suzuki: Introduce the jellybean Zen with a 1.3 or a 1.6 within 4 lakhs [lol!]

Honda:Offer a mellow version of the Jazz.

Ford:Get the god damned Focus!!

Fiat:Unleash the Punto!

Hyundai: Naah. You can just carry on selling your CNG fitted Santros.People will buy them anyway.

Wishing Chevrolet success!!

Keep burning asphalt!!

Arun.

 

[karthik.a]

Chevy Beat Price & Specs

Chevrolet Beat Expected Price is- Rs. 4,88,000

Models Available-
Beat1.2 LT
Beat1.2 LS
Beat 1.0

1.2 LT Engine Specs-
Displacement:1248cc, 4 Cylinder
Engine Type:Petrol
Maximum Power:84 Bhp @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque:110 Nm @ 4400 rpm
Gears: 5 Manual.

Source: www.autos.maxabout.com

Karthik.

 

[raj_5004]

Hyundai: Naah. You can just carry on selling your CNG fitted Santros.People will buy them anyway.


Arun.

dont underestimate hyundai buddy!

think of a i20 sport with a 1.6 engine or a 110 bhp CRDi with side skirts, sporty alloys and all!

 

[Arun]

dont underestimate hyundai buddy!

think of a i20 sport with a 1.6 engine or a 110 bhp CRDi with side skirts, sporty alloys and all!

I ain't underestimating Hyundai just elaborating the trust people have on the brand!

 

[Zinam]

Yep ! its because Hyundai has proven enough in INDIA :)

It can take on any segment below 5 lakhs very easily :)

 

[Dcargod]

The Chevrolet will surely have a success in its hands. As far as current situation is concerned, Chevrolet is doing pretty well with their Spark, Tavera, Optra Magnum and Aveo.

 

[350Z]

@Karthik,
Thank you for the specs, Any idea about the pricing of base version?

Drive Safe!
350Z

 

[karthik.a]

Model:1.0(Base Model) Price expected is Rs.4,22,000

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS-
Displacement:995cc, 4 Cylinder
Engine Type:Petrol
Maximum Power:63 Bhp @ 5400 rpm
Maximum Torque:90.3 Nm @ 4200 rpm
Gears:5 Manual

Interior Pics(This is LHD Sparks Interior )

Karthik.

 

[vijay]

well, GM needs to give some good appealing car like Beat to attract more buyers in this segment competing with maruti, hyundai and tata as leaders in this small car segment.