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Volkswagen’s New 1.5L TDI Diesel Engine Features Honeywell’s Turbochargers

April 2, 2015 by Saad

Honeywell has shared an official word (why so late?) that Volkswagen’s recently introduced new 1.5 liter TDI diesel engine uses turbochargers made by them. This new motor replaced two engines – the smaller 1.2 liter as well as the bigger 1.6 liter motor and is offered in two different power tunes. Volkswagen says that Honeywell … Read more

Skoda Launches ‘Zeal Edition’ of Superb, Yeti, Octavia & Rapid

March 11, 2015 by MB Staff

Skoda India, in a bid to make their products more attractive for prospective buyers, has introduced the Skoda Zeal Edition across its entire model range in India. Available in showrooms across the country from March 9, 2015, these cars will be on sale for a limited period only, according to Skoda.

Attractive Offers on Skoda Rapid for February

February 12, 2015 by MB Staff

The Czech manufacturer Skoda, is desperately trying to match its sales with its parent company Volkswagen, and their mid-size sedan Rapid is one of their key products in this assault. The company has announced two new schemes for the Rapid model range to make the ownership affordable and hassle free.

CIAZ vs City vs Verna vs All C2 Sedans: Mega Price COMPARO

October 8, 2014 by MB Staff

The launch of Ciaz at interesting price points has triggered another very important price war in the fierce C2 sedan segment. Without waiting a wee bit, let us share with you a comprehensive price comparo report of all the prominent sedans available in this segment, and there are 9 of them here…

Skoda Rapid launched with a new 1.5L diesel & 7-speed DSG gearbox

September 26, 2014 by Shiraz

It was VW’s Vento yesterday that got better equipped to take on the new Honda City and Hyundai Verna, and it was its Czech cousin’s turn today to get the same treatment. Skoda launched the Rapid sedan today with the same 1.5-litre diesel engine that does duty under the VW Polo GT TDI (and also in the new Vento now) along with the 7-speed DSG gearbox too. Like in the Vento, the new engine is available with a 5-speed manual gearbox too.

Though it’s not strictly a facelift per se, Skoda has thoughtfully given the option of adding a Black package to any of the trim levels for people who want a sporty-looking Rapid. The option pack basically gives you smoked headlamps (these really seem to be quite IN these days!), black grille with logo-lip, blackened alloys, and black outside rear view mirrors as well.