subsidiary of Germany based BMW group has unveiled its most awaited sports utility vehicle in India.
All new BMW X1 model would be hauling both diesel and petrol versions along with both manual and automatic transmission options. The BMW X1 model will be assembled at company’s Chennai plant following its import in India through CKD (Completely Knocked Down) unit route.
Once BMW X1 launch in the country, it will be the lowest priced car in BMW Indian portfolio. The BMW X1 will be competing with Toyota Fortuner, Honda CR-V, Ford Endeavour and Mitsubishi Outlander etc.
The car would be launched in two variants including X1 Corporate Edition and X1 Highline. The petrol version of this car will be launched sporting a 1.8L engine and on the other side the diesel version by a 2.0L diesel engine. The launch of BMW X1 will additionally boost its existing strong luxury SUV line-up including BMW X3, X5 and X6.
For the moment, BMW India has taken the top luxury car maker’s position from Mercedes Benz in the country. The BMW India plans to invest in its India operations Rs 70 crore by year 2012.
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