Thursday, 28 November 2013

Chevrolet Enjoy audit: Excels in space, ride quality, driving straight forwardness



The Chevrolet Enjoy is the third model from the Gm Saic organization and will be accessible in both petrol and diesel variants. We drove both the models and returned with blended responses.
The Chevrolet Enjoy isn't the most attractive Mpv out there however a savvy outline is. It looks best saw from the front, the hat is overall characterized while the rakish front headlamps gives it a more car like face. The chrome nitty gritty grille doesn't gaze out of spot and consolidations well with the more level grille in the guard. The haze lights are generally planned as well. Move to the side and it’s an average Mpv profile, the sides characteristic extensive boards. On the other hand, the planners have included a conspicuous shoulder line running the distance from the front wheel curve to the back. This adds some character to a generally exhausting side. The top end form gets composite wheels as standard supplies yet the 14-inch wheels search very little for the Mpv. At the back, it looks much the same as a van, tall and boxy. Board holes are conflicting and the entryways don't close well either. We drove a preproduction display however and anticipate that Gm will settle these issues in the processing form.
Venture inside, and the space utilization all adjust astounds. The floor is low since the Enjoy characteristics a monologue development. This has permitted the designers to free more space particularly with the utilization of a more level floorboard and space in the car. Entrance and departure is exceptionally noteworthy and an extensive glass region with beige insides adds to the vaporous feel. Perceivability is exceptional as well. The back entryway doesn't slide like in the Evalia however is a normal pivoted entryway. The front seats aren't wide yet were sufficient. There is plentiful thigh and lumbar help and the driver seat is tallness movable as well. The foot well however is confined and there is no dead pedal or even space to rest your foot.
The center push doesn't get a seat yet two chief situates with armrests that are agreeable. The seats slide forward and retrograde freeing space for either the center or third column travelers. Talking about the third line, since the center push seats don't overlap, one needs to stroll in the middle of the two skipper seats to arrive at last column of seats.
Since Gm is offering this as a seven seater, the last column feels sufficiently extensive, yet for two grown-ups and not three making the Enjoy in this top notch trim, a six seater worst case scenario.
The front travelers get an one of a kind five blower air con while the back travelers get a differentiate top mounted air con. The dashboard is a basic two tone beige/black unit. The controls are positioned well as well. On the other hand, the fit and completion is poor and the nature of plastics is normal.
Each portion inside needs quality and the plastics are hard. Regardless of the Enjoy being a Mpv, there's scarcely any space or cubby gaps. The front entryway pockets are slender and pointless. There are only two little measure holders in the whole car. A great deal of territories could have been made use for space and it is frustrating to see it being forgotten. The third line however overlaps twice to free a considerable measure of boot space.
Regarding engines, the Enjoy will be offered in both diesel and petrol structures. Both engines are longitudinally positioned since the Mpv puts down force through its back wheels. The more vital diesel engine is the same Smartech unit utilized within the Chevrolet Sail hatchback and vehicle.
The 1.3-litre diesel prepares 77.5ps at 4000rpm and 188nm of torque from as low as 1750rpm. Out of gear the engine is very refined; on the other hand it does get boisterous when moving. Notwithstanding Gm architects having enhanced the Nvh levels for India, there is a considerable amount of commotion leaking into the lodge. Vibrations are marginally on the higher side and even back travelers feel it on the floor.
Like in the Sail the engine is very straight with next to no turbo slack. There is nice low end jab and the engine feels torque at low speeds even in higher equips. The engine characteristics a settled geometry turbo to keep costs low. Force is sufficient to ship six mature people and baggage nearby however on the parkway the engine needs steam. We tried the car and the Enjoy took a moderate 23.6 seconds to achieve the ton. It isn't overwhelming (1345kg) however the short outfitting as well as concentrate on proficiency has influenced execution. Regarding top speed the Mpv maxes out at only 130kmph.
The second engine alternative is the 1.4-litre S-Tec Ii petrol engine. This is the same arrangement of engines seen before in the Chevrolet Aveo however with minor overhauls and expanded force. The engine puts out 104ps at 6000rpm and 131nm at 4400rpm. We anticipated that this engine will be quieter than the diesel however it’s definitely not. It's shockingly uproarious and as revs ascension it just gets louder. The engine is commonplace to all Chevrolet petrol units, there is barely any force down and out and the engine needs to be revved tricky to concentrate force.
Around the local area one will change gears regularly. The car is fast to achieve 100kmph (15 seconds level) yet much the same as in the diesel needs top speed execution. The petrol Enjoy maxes out at only 142kmph. The engine feels strained at this speed and its best to voyage at in the ballpark of 100-110kmph.
The Enjoy characteristics a Macpherson strut with loop springs in advance with a stabilizer bar while the back sits on a 5-connection curl spring setup. Taking care of isn't car like as seen in the Ertiga. There is a lot of form roll. We didn't drive the car around tight corners and twisters. At high speeds the car feels light.
The guiding notwithstanding being a water powered unit needs reaction and weight. The diesel Enjoy's guiding felt lighter. Nearby anyway it is easy to drive, ride quality is noteworthy and knocks and potholes are let in well. At higher speeds over undulated surfaces, the ride can get very rough.
The top end Ltz variant we drove comes standard with Abs and front traveler airbags, a solitary -Din, combination wheels and a 12v attachment for the third line travelers. Nonetheless, there could have been more solace characteristics included.
At this price, it will be much more affordable than the Ertiga and will be almost half the price of an Innova making it a definite value buy.


Sunday, 24 November 2013

Chevrolet Enjoy Vs Nissan Evalia: Enjoy may beat Evalia



The Nissan Evalia has not by any means been offering that well since the time that its start in October 2012. The Evalia's deals dropped to a miniscule 18 cars in April, in the wake of hitting a high of only 346 vehicles in March 2013. Notwithstanding, with the Chevrolet Enjoy coming into the business and offering the same exceptional recommendation that the Evalia has at a more level expense, it simply might wipe out Nissan's Mpv.
The Chevrolet Enjoy and Nissan Evalia offer just about the same worth suggestion, however they Enjoy is a mess shabbier than the Evalia. What's more with India being a price delicate market, purchasers may be eager to ignore a few better offers in the Evalia, only on the grounds that they Enjoy appears to be an improved arrangement.
Looks and styling: Neither is especially gorgeous
The Nissan Evalia has pretty sharp front styling, and does look very great. In any case, when you take a gander at it in profile and from the back it is truly boxy – significantly more boxy than the Chevrolet Enjoy, which isn't generally curvy itself. In any case, this sort of boxy configuration works well for both – as both these vehicles offer more than enough inner part space for seven travelers.
Space and solace: Evalia offers more space, Enjoy has more solace characteristics
Be that as it may, in terms of space and solace the Nissan Evalia trumps the Chevrolet Enjoy. The Evalia is enormous – one can just about stroll into the lodge. It has phenomenal headroom and shoulder room. In any case, regarding the matter of solace, the Enjoy still presents an improved defense for itself. Take the center push situates for example. The Enjoy has two basin situates with singular arm rests and there's a top mounted Ac blower to keep inhabitants cool.
Force and execution: Evalia and Enjoy equally matched
The Nissan Evalia is fueled by Nissan's attempted and-tried 1.5 litre K9k normal rail diesel engine putting out 85 bhp of force and 200 Nm of torque with a five-speed manual transmission. The engine grabs great from low rpm and pulls superbly in city activity. The Chevrolet Enjoy has a 1.3 litre diesel engine putting out 77 bhp of force and 188 Nm of torque. It is a lighter vehicle than the Evalia and likes a force further bolstering weight good fortune, making the generally execution equitably even.
Efficiency: Evalia has an edge
Regarding efficiency, the Nissan Evalia, regardless of its greater measure and weight has an improved mileage than the Enjoy. It asserts 19.33 kmpl (Arai ensured), while the Chevrolet Enjoy has a guaranteed mileage of just 18.2 kmpl. 

Esteem for cash: Enjoy has the playing point
At the same time in terms of characteristics for the value you pay, the Chevrolet Enjoy has a dissimilar advantage. The top-end Chevrolet Enjoy is valued at Rs. 7.99 lakh and has two airbags, Abs, compound wheels, music framework, mist lights, electric mirrors and so forth. The base Nissan Evalia has a beginning sticker of Rs. 8.5 lakh! What's more the top-end Nissan Evalia, which has characteristics, for example an opposite Polaroid notwithstanding what both have in as a relatable point is estimated at Rs. 10 lakh. Granted, the Nissan Evalia has more space, yet on all different numbers the Chevrolet Enjoy improves offers much better value for money.

Thursday, 21 November 2013

Chevrolet Enjoy hits Indian streets; cost begins at Rs 5.49l



The vehicle will rival Maruti Suzuki India's Ertiga, which is evaluated between Rs 5.98 lakh and Rs 8.7 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).
The Enjoy is accessible in both petrol and diesel choices. The petrol variant is controlled by a 1.4 litre engine and the cost goes from Rs 5.49 lakh and Rs 6.99 lakh.
The diesel variant has a 1.3 litre engine tagged at Rs 6.69 lakh and Rs 7.99 lakh. The vehicle will have 7-seater and 8- seater choices.
Petrol:
Enjoy  Ls (8-seater) - Rs 5.49 lakh
Enjoy  Ls (7-seater) - Rs 5.64 lakh
Enjoy  Lt (7-seater) – Rs 6.31 lakh
Enjoy  Ltz (7-seater) - Rs 6.99 lakh
Diesel:
Enjoy  Ls (8-seater) - Rs 6.69 lakh
Enjoy  Ls (7-seater) - Rs 6.75 lakh
Enjoy  Lt (7-seater) - Rs 7.42 lakh
Enjoy  Ltz (7-seater) - Rs 7.99 lakh
It is one of Chevrolet India's three items acquired from China's Gm-Saic joint wander.
Chevrolet Enjoy started in India 
Chevrolet Enjoy, initially called the Chevrolet Enjoy Mpv, will be up against any semblance of Mahindra Xylo, Tata Winger and Maruti Ertiga. The car will be controlled by a 1.3-litre multi-stream engine from Fiat and will additionally offer 175/65 R14 tyres, made for the Indian ways.
The engines, a four-barrel 1.3-litre diesel engine and a four-chamber 1.4 litre petrol engine improving 77.5ps and 104ps of force individually. Both engines are mated to a five-speed manual gearbox.
"The Enjoy will contend in one of the quickest developing fragments in India. We need that this model will be a victory thinking of its traits and evaluating," Gm India President and Managing Director Lowell Paddock told journalists here.
The vehicle has been re-built and re-intended to meet Indian conditions, he included.
Appreciate is dependent upon the stage from General Engines' Chinese accomplice Saic and it has a localization level of 60 percent.

Tuesday, 19 November 2013

Chevrolet Enjoy Compact in the Works: Report



Chevrolet Enjoy, the organization's most recent offering in the Multi Purpose Vehicle (Mpv) fragment, is supposedly going come into a minimal form, as per the most recent report.
As per a Hindustan Times Autocar India report, Chevrolet is prepping to start a conservative Enjoy variant which might succumb to the sub-four-metre fragment. The small form of Chevrolet Enjoy might be estimated low in the business. In spite of the fact that there are relatively few parts have been uncovered, it was said that the car is prone to utilize a 1.2-litre engine which generates 85bhp force and weigh less than the first ever form, in this manner enhancing fuel productivity and execution.
The cars in this portfolio like the profit of charge exclusion and might be evaluated low in the business.
The present form of Chevrolet Enjoy which was as of late started comes in petrol and diesel alternatives. Under the hood, the petrol variant packs a 1.4-litre S-Tec Ii engine which handles 104ps of force and 131nm of torque. It is valued between 5.49 lakh and 6.99 lakh. Then again, the diesel variant houses a 1.3-litre diesel engine with 76 bhp of force and falls in the 6.69-7.99 lakh cost range. The car comes in seven seater and the eight seater demonstrates. The seven seater demonstrate has commander situates in the first two lines, while the last column is a seat. The eight seater display has seats in the center and last rows.