After a long wait, Chevrolet India has launched its Diesel version of Beat, which is one of the most popular cars in India. It made its debut in the year 2012 owing to the ever increasing competition in the diesel hatchback segment. It is one of the best cars that have best of fuel efficiency blended with best of performance. With the upgrade done recently, the new Beat Diesel has become even more competitive in the Indian automobile market giving competition to all its rivals. Here is a closer and detailed look of the Chevrolet Beat Diesel in terms of fuel efficiency, exteriors, interiors, powertain and performance. Chevrolet Beat Design The new Chevrolet Beat Diesel boast of a large dual butt headlamps and chrome surround mesh grille that lends a modish look to it. The thick wheel arches, sloping roof line with silver rails and rear roof spoiler further lends an elegant finish to the small cars giving it a classy and sporty look. The tail lamp cluster has a striking circular delineate with a black enclose which is actually eye-captivating over the rear. Bold lines on front bonnet and side body add more character to the car. Circular fog lamps with chrome surround sit on the front bumper of Chevrolet Beat Diesel adding to its aesthetics. Chevrolet Beat Interiors With improved interiors, the Chevrolet Beat Diesel is back into the competition of the Indian Automobile market, attracting a huge crowd. The dashboard of Chevrolet Beat Diesel has a two layer wavy design with integrated audio system. The instrument cluster has a circular speedometer and square digital LCD display for tachometer. The interior is air conditioned and the rear seats get folded down if required which gives more space for luggage. Bottle holders and cup holders built into the floor console and doors make perfect space for storage within the small cabin. All controls on the dashboard, door panel and gear shift lever in Chevrolet Beat Diesel is within the short reach of the driver. This convenient space becomes more attractive with newly included silver decors over dashboard, steering wheel and other areas. Safety is built into the basic structure of Beat using high strength steel. This use of this material in construction of body, giving more importance to critical parts, becomes a protector during collisions. Anti-lock Braking System and dual frontal airbags come as option in one of the variants of Chevrolet Beat Diesel. Chevrolet Beat Engine , Technology , Fuel Efficiency, Powertain and Performance The Chevrolet Beat Diesel is powered by a 936 cc XSDE motor which is designed to have a turbocharger and a vacuum operated waste gate. The engine is built to be torque at lower rpm levels which can keep the drive quick right from the start. The torque engine performs smoothly on steep roads in the presence of electronic throttle and electronic clutch switch. The power and torque ratings of this fuel efficient engine are 57.7 bhp @ 4000 rpm and 150 Nm @ 1750 rpm respectively. The 5-speed manual transmission of Chevrolet Beat Diesel has quick gear ratios which lets the car pass through city roads swiftly. The suspension system comprises of McPherson Strut with Anti-roll bar at front and Compound Crank type units at rear. These units are supported by gas shock absorbers which are designed for a sporty drive. The Chevrolet Beat Diesel gets larger tubeless tyres which provide better on-road grip. Chevrolet Beat Diesel Price Chevrolet Beat PS Diesel: Rs. 4.78 lakhs Chevrolet Beat LS Diesel: Rs. 5.07 lakhs Chevrolet Beat LT Diesel: Rs. 5.51 lakhs Chevrolet Beat LT Opt Diesel: Rs. 6.01 lakhs A power packed hatchback car that comes with competitive price is ideal for a small family, who loves to go on long drives with family. The car boasts of good storage space, which is rare to find in the hatchback cars. In addition the air conditioner adds to the comfort. This hatchback car has a sturdy exterior, which makes it even better and safer to drive. While talking about the engine and its fuel efficiency, Chevrolet has not compromised anything on this in order to make driving a better experience. The only drawback of this car is that ABS available only in top-end variant. If you are willing to buy a hatchback diesel car, nothing can be better than Chevrolet Beat Diesel.
