July 25, 2011: Chevrolet has launched the much awaited Chevrolet Beat Diesel today at an official function organized in Mumbai. The Chevrolet Beat Diesel price starts at Rs 4.29 lakh ex showroom Delhi and goes up to Rs 5.45 lakh for the top variant that comes with loads of safety and other features. The Beat Diesel launch is sure to trigger a price war among diesel hatchback cars in India. Besides that with a mileage of 24kmpl and at a price starting at Rs 4.29 Beat Diesel is sure to hit numbers soon. Air conditioner, power steering and front power windows are part of the standard equipment while the Chevrolet Beat LT Option which is priced at Rs 5.45 has enhanced safety features such as airbags and ABS besides plus interiors and lots of other features. The Chevrolet Beat Diesel comes with a warranty of three years or 1 lakh kilometers whichever is earlier. Chevrolet Beat Bookings have started.
Chevrolet Beat Description :
Chevrolet is in automotive sector since 1911 when it was founded in Detroit. The American car make has now extended its reach in over 120 countries across the globe. In 2010, Chevrolet sold over 4.25 million cars globally. In India, Chevrolet began its operations in 2003 and since then it has launched some of its best cars in India including Chevrolet Captiva, Chevrolet Optra, Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Aveo, Chevrolet Aveo U-VA, Chevrolet Spark, Chevrolet Beat and Chevrolet Tavera. Chevrolet cars in India are known for their fuel-efficiency, safety and reliability. Besides, Chevrolet cars also deliver high quality, expressive design, spirited performance and value. Chevrolet Beat Electric will be the latest offering by Chevrolet. GM has already introduced the LPG version of the Beat lately. GM will also launch Chevrolet Beat diesel in India later this year. The Beat Diesel will run on a 1.0L 3 cylinder diesel engine and is expected to offer a mileage of 24 kmpl.
With the Beat EV and Beat Diesel in India, Chevrolet Beat will become a car with almost all variants viz. Petrol, Diesel, CNG, LPG and Electric. In all, Chevrolet Beat Electric has inherited the looks and features of the existing Beat petrol variant. A 300 cell lithium-ion battery powers the EV. The total energy capacity of the Beat EV battery is 20 kWh. Under standard driving conditions, the battery operated car Beat goes upto 130 km in one charge. This is higher than Reva that goes around 80 to 100 kms in one charge. The battery weight is 270 Kg and it has kept the weight of the car somewhat the same as its petrol sibling.
In addition, the battery pack in the Beat EV has a wide range of operating temperature. It can operate approximately at -20 degrees to 45 degrees. The Beat Electric uses a 240 V power source to get fully charged in just 8 hours. A single speed motors transfers the power from the battery to the wheels. The electric motor inside the Chevrolet Beat EV has 45 kW of power.
Beat Electric features outnumber that of Reva. First, where there is only a comfortable seating for two people in Reva, Beat seats five people comfortably. Though there is a rear seat in Reva as well but it is too congested to seat anyone comfortably, except the kids. Next, where Reva looks more like a toy car, Beat Electric is a full grown hatchback. Another big catch for Beat EV would be its pricing which is expected to remain around Rs 6 lakh to Rs 7 lakh.
The Interiors and Exteriors of the Chevrolet Beat Electric will be the same as that of its petrol variant. Besides, GM could tweak a little with the overall weight of the car and would try to keep the weight of the car as low as possible. A complete Chevrolet Beat Review will be made available once the car is launched in India.
Chevrolet Beat Models
| Chevrolet Beat PS | It is the base variant of Chevrolet Beat that comes without Power Windows, Roof Rails, Rear Spoiler, Central Locking, Climate Control, Fog Lamps, etc. |
| Chevrolet Beat LS | This variant is the base model in the Beat LPG series. It comes with features such as Height adjustable Front Headrest and Central Locking. |
| Chevrolet Beat LT | This is the top end variant in the Beat LPG series. It hosts one more feature in addition to the above variant, Front Fog lamps for better clarity during thick winters. |
Compare Chevrolet Beat Models
Mileage, Average and Fuel Economy
General Motors India has launched Chevrolet Beat with only petrol engine option. All three variants of Chevrolet Beat are equipped with the 1.2L, 1199cc, 16-Valve DOHC, STEC II petrol engine with five speed manual transmission gearbox. This petrol engine with Port Deactivation Technology reduces the noise and enhances the fuel efficiency and enables theChevrolet Beat to offer mileage 14.5kmpl in city and 18.6kmpl on highway.
The new Chevrolet Beat LPG with the new 1.2 L S-TEC or SMARTECH engine offers a mileage of 13.29 kmpl.
Power
As we already discussed that that Chevrolet Beat is available with only petrol engine option. Chevrolet Beat is powered by the 1.2L, 1199cc, 4-Cylinders, 16-Valve, DOHC, STEC II petrol engine with five speed manual transmission gearbox. This engine can produce 80.5PS of maximum power at 6200rpm with 108Nm of maximum torque at 4400rpm. This higher level of power and torque results excellent acceleration and engine performance thus the car never vibrates even after 100kmph mark.
The new Chevrolet Beat LPG is powered by the newly developed 1.2 L SMARTECH powertrain. The mill being light in weight delivers exceptional power of 80.5 PS (in petrol).
Colors
Chevrolet Beat is available with seven exhilarating colors that are Linen Beige, Green Cocktail Metallic, Super Red, Caviar Black, Misty Lake Metallic, Moroccan Blue, and Olympic White.
| Linen Beige | Green Cocktail Metallic | Super Red | Caviar Black | Misty Lake Metallic | Moroccan Blue | Olympic White |
These Colors are available with all variants of Chevrolet Beat | ||||||
Acceleration and Pick Up
The acceleration of the car is highly dependent of the power, torque and the transmission gearbox. Chevrolet Beat is packed with 1.2 L petrol engine with a displacement of 1197 cc. This petrol engine is packed with light weight DOHC engine that reduces friction and performs better. The engine is packed with 5 speed manual transmission gearbox that is very fuel efficient and is economical to run by providing a very excellent mileage. This Inline type engine is a very great performer and produces highest power and torque with improved compression ratios and delivers better initial and passing acceleration in city driving conditions for zipper overtaking. This highly advanced engine of Chevrolet Beat crosses the barrier of 100 kms in just 15.5 seconds and reaches top speed of 145 kmph.
Chevrolet Beat Exteriors
Exterior Appearance
Chevrolet Beat is
a very classy car with robust and sporty look. This head turner is packed with a very elegant design and stylish exterior look. The sleek body graphics and robust outer look is very much unadulterated and is quite irresistible which is sure to take the breath. The curvier body look of the car is its eye catching feature.
The satin silver finish roof rails offers very sporty and dynamic look to the exterior of theChevrolet Beat. The B pillar styling strip is designed to make the look of the car very smart. The front grille of the car are very well defined and merges very appropriately with curvier headlights and makes the look of the car very stunning and attractive. The body colored bumpers and internally adjusted ORVMs gives the car a very elegant and offers a stylish look.
The rear section of the Chevrolet Beat is designed with stylish LED tail lights that offer a very impressive look. The body colored outside door handles and body colored door mirror cowls gives that extra bit of finishing touch to the overall exterior of the car and even the body colored tailgate handles offers very classy look to the car. The chrome finished Logo of the company of the front of the car throws the trust and faith the company have. The alloy wheels and big sized tubeless tyre give the car a very aggressive and classy look.
Exterior Mesurements
Chevrolet Beat is a premium hatchback car with a capacity for 5 members to seat. The Exterior dimensions of this car are its Length - 3640mm, Width - 1595mm, Height - 1520mm, Wheelbase - 2375mm, Ground Clearance-165mm.
Chevrolet Beat Interiors
Interior Appearance
Chevrolet Beat is a premium hatchback segment car with very dynamic and impressive interiors. The interior of Chevrolet beat are quite mind blowing and are filled with unmatched aura which is irresistible look and attract the car lovers in just a glance. The car is designed to offer roomy and spacious interiors that give you the ultimate princely comfort. The spacious interiors of the car makes you feel open even in very busy traffic on the roads.
The Piano Black finish on dashboard and doors offers very elegant looks to the interiors and makes the ambience of the car class apart. The metallic finish Instrument Panel also offers very stylish look and adds that extra touch of glory to the interiors. The fabric upholstery present in the Chevrolet Beat merges very well with the interiors and offers a very classy and stylish look to the overall ambience of the car.
Some other interior features available in Chevrolet Beat are vanity mirrors, digital display trip meter, Luggage room, Sun visor, day and night rear view mirror, digital clock, tachometer, etc. The shinning touch of the interior is completed with the front and rear cabin lamps in 3 positions and the anti glare inside rear view mirror.
Interior Comfort
Chevrolet Beat offers a swathe of comfort and pleasure. The car is packed with wealth of advanced and comfortable features that offers a very pleasant and comfortable driving. The car is packed with not only looks, style, interiors, and exteriors but with many comfort features to attract huge number of car lovers.
The tilt power steering present in some variant of the car provides a very comfortable drive by customization in the position according to one’s need for any height of driver. The internally adjustable ORVM present in the offer offers comfort of changing the view without opening the windows of the Chevrolet Beat. The 60:40 split rear seats offers very comfortable long drive when you have excess luggage with you.
The power window in both front and rear seat gives great comfort in closing the windows when needed. The storage section is also taken car of by offering huge luggage space, cup holders, ticket holders, console box, rear parcel shelf, sunglass holder, etc. The air conditioner with heater controls the inside temperature and offers a very comfortable driving.The integrated audio system in some variant of Chevrolet Beat offers very pleasurable drive with your favorite tunes in demand. The rear defogger helps you drive safe in any weather condition. The rear wash and wiper offer comfortable drive in rainy seasons too. The head restraint and driver seat height adjuster offers a very good and comfortable driving experience to all drivers. Some other comfort features are remote fuel lid opener, boot lid opener, cigarette lighter, antenna, sun visor, vanity mirror, bottle holders in door trims, etc.
Interior Mesurements
Chevrolet Beat is a premium hatchback car with a sitting capacity of 5 members. The car is very roomy and spacious car with elegant interiors. The interior measurement of this car is as follows. Front headroom – 980 cm, Rear headroom– 890 cm, Maximum Front legroom- 1270 cm, Minimum Front legroom - 590 cm, Maximum Rear Knee room- 810 cm, Minimum Rear Knee room- 630 cm, Shoulder room - 1270 cm.
Engine Capacity and Performance
Chevrolet Beat is a very powerful and performing car with many advanced technology and features in its kitty. Chevrolet Beat comes in 3 variant all in Petrol version only. Chevrolet Beat has variants with many different features attached to it.
Chevrolet Beat is equipped with 1.2 L petrol engine with a displacement of 1197 cc. This 1.2 L petrol engine is packed with 5 Speed Manual Transmission Gearbox that is very fuel efficient and is economical to run by providing a very excellent mileage. The engine is also endowed with light weight DOHC engine that reduces friction, offers clear emission and performs better. This Inline type engine with 4 Cylinders and 16 valves is a very great performer and produces an impressive power of 80.5 PS at 6200rpm with 108Nm of maximum torque at 4400rpm. The advanced engine offers highest power and torque with improved compression ratios and delivers better initial and passing acceleration in city driving conditions for zipper overtaking.
Wheels
Chevrolet Beat has a very stylish and classy looks with a variety of advanced features in its interiors to attract a huge volume of crowd. Chevrolet Beat is equipped with 14 inches wheels for ultimate look to its exteriors. Chevrolet Beat is available with tubeless tyres which are puncture proof and offer you a very comfortable journey without any tension of tyres. The size of the tyre is 155/70 R14. This big sized tyre of Chevrolet Beat is very efficient in controlling the car incase of off- roading and also helps in reducing the rate of skidding in slippery and watery roads.
Braking and Handling
The suspension of Chevrolet Beat is very dynamic and efficient. The front suspension is of Mc Pherson strut and the rear suspension is of Compound Link Type. The suspension has all 4 gas filed shock absorbers. This new frame type front suspension available in Chevrolet Beat offers better stability and driving comfort.
Chevrolet Beat is packed with a very sound and dynamic braking system and offers a very safe drive to its passengers. The presence of ABS (Anti Lock Braking System) in some variants of theChevrolet Beat helps in preventing wheel lock up during panic braking. The front brakes and the rear brakes are also great performer which are very efficient in case of unexpected surprises in the road. This powerful braking system helps in de- accelerating car when the car s moving in high speed.
Handling and Safety
Chevrolet Beat is a very safe car with many advanced safety features. The car is packed with both active and passive safety features to safeguards against the unexpected surprises that come in our way.
The ABS (Anti lock Braking System) available in Chevrolet Beat helps the prevention of wheel locking in case of sudden braking and also controls the stability of the car. The presence of Dual SRS Airbag in the car is of great help at the time of accidents and collision which reduces the impact of collision and provides a cushioning effect in collision.
The 2.5 mph impact proof bumpers offer greater safety to the passengers of the car and also reduce the impact of injury in case of accident and collision. The halogen headlamps offer a very clear visibility to the roads and reduce the danger henceforth. The availability of front fog lamps in some variant of the Chevrolet Beat acts as a safeguard against bad weather condition driving. The front seat belts with load limiters are another safeguards present in the car.
Some other safety measures are child lock helps you drive tension free when kids are on with you, high mounted stop lamp which is clearly visible, double horn, side impact beams etc. With the availability of array of advanced safeguards, one can drive Chevrolet Beat with great peace of mind
Stereo and Accessories
Chevrolet Beat is packed with Integrated Audio System with 4 speakers and antenna in some variants of the car. The base model has no inbuilt provision for music system, but you can definitely arrange for the same, and the car has the provision for speakers with surround sound effect that makes your journey very pleasant and very enjoyable wherein you can listen to your favorite tunes while driving.
Chevrolet Beat Pros :
Sporty and Stylish Look.
Affordable price range.
Engine Performance and Mileage.
Advanced Safety Features.
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