Oct 15, 2016 10:59 PM
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Back in 2011, the Chevrolet Beat, in a way, revolutionised our idea of what a compact hatchback should look like. It had an imposing front-end for a small car and also showed us how neat a door handle looks when integrated in the window frame. Now, in an attempt to refresh things, Chevrolet has added a few goodies to the package. Just like the Cruze sedan, things are not too fancy here as well.
On the outside, the Beat’s clear glass headlamps now get a black accent. Fog lamps get chrome housing, and the rear spoiler comes with new LED inserts. Inside, steering-mounted controls have been added to the variants below the top-end, and the driver’s seat gets height adjustment, too.
The Beat is available in both petrol and diesel versions, with a claimed ARAI figures of 17.8kpl and 25.4kpl, respectively.
The top LTZ variant comes with front dual air bags, ABS and EBD to keep you safe on the road. Also, with this update, Chevy has introduced two new colours – red and steel grey.
While introducing the updated Beat to the Indian market, Hardeep Brar, VP, sales, General Motors India said, “The Chevrolet Beat, one of GM India’s best-selling models, raises the bar in the country’s fast-growing compact car segment. The refreshed features complement the already distinguished styling elements in its segment, providing even more value .
Diesel lovers looking for more options in the small car segment, this is your day. Chevrolet has officially launched the diesel variant of Beat all across the country.
The Beat TDCi features a 3-cylinder 1.0 XSDE Smartech engine, which was developed specifically for India. The biggest advantage of this tech is that the engine promises a mileage of 24 kpl(as claimed by Chevrolet) and low maintenance costs.
Beat is already open for bookings. The prices for the PS variant is 4.29 lakh, LS is 4.59 lakh, LT is 4.99 lakh, and the optional pack LT is 5.45 lakh. All prices are ex-showroom.
