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Luxury cars offer visual treat to people at Auto Expo 2016

The V8 engine of the S500 Cabrio has an output of 335 kW (455 hp).

New Delhi: For people visiting Auto Expo 2016, luxury carmakers are offering a visual treat. Car lovers can see Mercedes-Benz’s much awaited dynamic SUV, the GLC, the stunningly attractive S-Class Cabriolet and exquisitely crafted fortress-on-wheels, the Mercedes-Maybach S 600 Guard, at the Auto Expo.

The S-Class Cabriolet is the 6th variant of the current S-class family and the first open-top luxury four-seater from Mercedes-Benz since 1971. The S-class Cabriolet symbolises Mercedes-Benz’s passion for creating individual and timeless exclusive mobility for customers.

The V8 engine of the S500 Cabrio has an output of 335 kW (455 hp). The switch in the centre console can be used to open and close the soft top while on the move up to a speed of 60 km per hour. Opening and closing take around 20 seconds.

The highly anticipated GLC was unveiled at the Auto Expo. The GLC is a unique, sporty and dynamic SUV which combines the ultimate in driving comfort, with impressive on road and off-road capabilities.

Mercedes-Maybach S 600 Guard as a special-protection vehicle, is combination of both luxury and protection. It is also resistant to blasts from the side with explosive fragmentation charges.

Even under fire, the vehicle with the highest possible rating for protection against ballistics, VR9, shows no weakness and offers the best-possible protection even against threats from the Dragunov sniper rifle.

Audi too has launched its protection car Audi A8 L Security at the Auto Expo.
Another German carmaker BMW is showcasing its new X1 which starts from a price range of Rs 29.9 lakh. It is also showcasing its 7 series ultra luxury car which starts from a price range of Rs 1.1 crore.

Jaguar Land Rover has launched its cheapest car in India “XE” at the Auto Expo with prices starting from Rs 39.90 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). Till now XF which started from Rs 47 lakh was the cheapest Jaguar available in India.

( Source : Deccan Chronicle. )
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