Honda CBR250R - Coming to India in April 2011

Overview of 2011 New Honda CBR250R

Honda has unvieled the all new 2011 Honda CBR250R and it is expected to be launched in India in April 2011. According to sources it is going to be manufactured in India and Thailand. Thanks to localisation of parts, the expected price of Honda CBR250R is around Rs. 1.50 lakhs for non ABS version and around Rs. 1.70 lakhs for the ABS variant. Honda CBR250R will be first bike in 250cc segment to features combined anti-lock braking system which prevents wheel lock during sudden braking or under unfavorable conditions.

Update: Bookings of Honda CBR250R Open

Honda is going to launch the CBR250R in April and in order to be the first to get your hands on this machine, you have to book before the launch. The Honda CBR250R has been priced at Rs. 150000 and CBR250R with Combined ABS will cost Rs. 170000. The booking price for the both the models were decided Rs. 15000 and Rs. 18000 respectively. Now the company has announced the new booking price i.e. Rs. 5000. Now the buyer can book Honda CBR 250R ABS and Honda CBR 250R non-ABS with booking price of Rs. 5000, each.

Fast Facts About 2011 New Honda CBR250R

- Liquid cooled 4-stroke Dual Overhead Camshaft 90° V-twin gasoline 249cc engine.
- PGMFi (fuel injection) takes help from 6 sensors placed in and around the engine to control ignition timing and fuel injection.
- Maximum Power of 26 Bhp and Maximum Torque of 23 Nm
- 296mm Front disc and 220mm Rear disc
- Combined Brake System (CBS, a front- and rear-wheel interlocking braking system) and an Anti-lock Brake System (ABS, a braking system that prevents wheel lock during sudden braking or under unfavorable conditions)

.Driving Comfort of 2011 New Honda CBR250R

To enable a rider to experience the exhilarating feeling of riding into a pleasant wind, which only a sport bike can provide, an abundance of convenience is provided by creating a highly flexible riding position and riding space. At the same time, the design capitalizes on the slim and compact single-cylinder engine to minimize the front projection. In addition, a separated seat that enables the rider to enjoy a wide variety of situations from touring to sports riding and easy-to-grasp separate left/right rear grips that provide the passenger a sense of comfort come as standard equipment.

Expected Price of 2011 New Honda CBR250R

- Honda CBR250R ------- Rs. 1,50,000
- Honda CBR250R ABS - Rs. 1,70,000

It is expected that 2011 New Honda CBR250R will be priced around Rs. 1,50,000 which seems to be very competitive considering the fact that it features a liquid cooled 250cc engine. The ABS variant of CBR250R is expceted to be priced around Rs. 1,70,000.

Variants of 2011 New Honda CBR250R

- Honda CBR250R
- Honda CBR250R ABS

New Honda CBR250R will be available in two variants: CBR250R with ABS and CBR250R without ABS.

Shades Available in 2011 New Honda CBR250R

Honda CBR250R will be available in three shades:

- Red
- Black
- Grey

Toyota Etios is here - Most refined car in its segment

Overview of Toyota Etios

Toyota India unvieled its all new small car Etios Hatchback and Etios Sedan concept at the Auto Expo 2010. Toyota India has launched the sedan variant of Etios and the hatchback version will be launched in March, 2011. The diesel variants of both the versions will feature the same engine which we have seen in Corolla Altis diesel and will be launched in June, 2011. In addition to India, the Toyota Etios (the name means 'the origin of') hatchback - Etios Liva will also be sold in Russia, South America and perhaps other emerging markets.

Fast Facts about Toyota Etios

- Etios Launched - Four Variants - J, G, G Option, V and VX
- Booking starts today (1st December) at Rs. 50000. Deliveries start in January 2011
- Base Variant of Etios priced at Rs. 4.96 lakhs!!
- Etios hatchback will be launched in march, 2011
- The hatchback version is Etios Liva
- The diesel variants of Etios will be be launched in June, 2011
- Etios sedan powered by a 1496cc 4 cylinder in-line petrol engine
- Maximum power of Etios is 89 bhp at 5600 rpm
- Maximum torque of 132 nm at 3000 rpm
- Centrally mounted instrument cluster and steering mounted audio controls
- Safety features includes dual SRS airbags and ABS with EBD

Price of Toyota Etios

Toyota India has announced the prices of Toyota Etios:

- Toyota Etios J - Rs. 4,96,000.00
- Toyota Etios G - Rs. 5,46,000.00
- Toyota Etios G Option - 5,96,000.00
- Toyota Etios V - Rs. 6,41,000.00
- Toyota Etios VX - Rs. 6,86,000.00

All these prices are ex-showroom New Delhi. The base variant of Etios - Etios J is priced at Rs. 4.96 lakhs and top of the line Etios VX is priced at Rs. 6.86 lakhs. The prices of Toyota Etios seems to be very competitive considering the fact that it is a Toyota and the build quality is top notch. But less price doesn't mean that base variant will sell in huge numbers, buyers also want good looks and loads of features in a car of this segment. It is expected that the demand for "V" and "VX" variants will be more in comparison to the base variants.

Engine & Fuel Efficiency of Toyota Etios

- 1196cc Petrol Engine
- Maximum Power of 89 Bhp at 5600 rpm
- Maximum Torque of 132 Nm at 3000 rpm
- Under ARAI standard conditions it returns mileage of 17.64 kmpl.

The Etios features a 1.5 litre petrol engine which generates maximum power of 90 Bhp at 5600 rpm with maximum torque of 132 Nm at 3000 rpm. Plans for diesel motor are on hold and the buyers will only have the choice of petrol engine initially. Under ARAI standard conditions, Toyota etios returns a mileage of 17.64 kmpl.

Shades Available in Toyota Etios

Toyota Etios is available in following six shades:

- Symphony Silver
- Harmony Beige
- Serene Bluish Silver
- Vermilion Red
- Celestial Black
- White

VERDICT
FOR	Toyota Brand Name Solid Build Quality Refined Petrol Engine Cooled 13 litre Glove Box
AGAINST	Design and Styling is too basic and bland Base Variant lacks power steering, power windows and remote central locking