Chevrolet Beat LPG to be launched next week

Published On 29 Jan, 2011 15:26 IST & Updated on 29 Jan, 2011 15:26 IST By Meenal Singh at CarDekho.com

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General Motors recently launched 'Smartech', the1.2 litre petrol engine the first made in India mill and now it is being learnt that the US auto giant is all set to launch its hatchback Chevrolet Beat in LPG version to be later followed by diesel version of the same. Karl Slym who was present for the launch of the new powertrain made various announcements which indicate that the GM India wishes to cement its position in the domestic auto market. It is being learnt that the new LPG version of Chevrolet Beat will land on the Indian shores in the beginning of the next week. As per reliable sources, the new car model will be priced higher than the petrol version. However, its ensures that the LPG will deliver better fuel efficiency. It is being speculated that the LPG version will be the best offering of this time due to increasing petrol prices.

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The new Chevrolet Beat LPG version will be available as a dual fuel car just like one of its rivals Maruti Wagon R. This technology ensures that the drivers can switch between petrol and LPG as per their convenience. Besides the Chevrolet Beat, It is being speculated that Chevrolet Beat diesel will be launched by June-July 2011

Chevrolet Beat diesel engine, is expected to have under one litre engine mated with three cylinder CRDI unit. As per the speculations the diesel version is assumed to be Rs 50,0000 expensive than the petrol version.

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Mr Slym also declared that by April 2011, the company will unfold its concept electric car for India and also a smaller SUV will be placed before Chevrolet Captiva. There are speculations that the new electric car is on the same line of the Chevrolet Spark electric version which at present has been shelved due to Mahindra Reva. The compact SUV will pitch against Tata Aria the Indian crossover and the yet to be launched Mahindra W210 World SUV. However, there are high assumptions that Chevrolet Volt and Chevrolet Camaro will be introduced too.

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These cars may take some time to land in India as till the time GM launches Right hand Drive versions. However GM will come with 6 new car models in the coming two years time. It is being learnt that Chevrolet Sonic, sedan and the hatchback is expected to be replaced by Chevrolet Aveo and Chevrolet U-VA.

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Asked By Giriraj Singh 01 Feb,2011 08:30:38 AM

It is good for General Motors and consumers. We are still waiting for diesel verson. Chevrolet needs to improve its service,spare costs without compromising quality.

Reply By Anil Kumar Gupta 02 Feb,2011 07:18:30 PM

i have a beat-LT petrol version. Is it possible to convert into LPG version.

Reply By kalinga dash 02 Feb,2011 07:33:21 PM

what is its price

Reply By CarDekho Team 03 Feb,2011 04:59:13 PM

Dear User, We would like to inform you that as of now the exact price of Chevrolet Beat has not been disclosed by General Motors, but the price is speculated to be Rs. 50,000 more than the price of petrol variant. Thanks

Reply By anil mishra 02 Feb,2011 08:17:16 PM

go for LPG 100% safe. No problem but fitted with Qualified retrofitment center Anil Mishra M.A. LLB, MBA

Reply By sunny 03 Feb,2011 02:30:57 PM

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Reply By Kookoo 04 Feb,2011 12:12:13 AM

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Reply By jatin 03 Feb,2011 11:50:09 AM

yes , contract u r nearest dealer........

Reply By CarDekho Team 04 Feb,2011 11:38:45 AM

Yes it is verymuch possible to fit an LPG kit on your Beat, just remember that you would be losing al warranty on the car once you do this modification hence we advice you to do it once the warranty period is over. Thanks, CarDekho Team

Asked By Dr.Ramesh 01 Feb,2011 08:51:25 AM

Can u tell me the mileage of beat LPG

Reply By CarDekho Team 01 Feb,2011 03:49:30 PM

The Chevrolet Beat LPG will have an expected efficiency of 14-16kmpl. Thanks, CarDekho Team

Reply By CarDekho Team 01 Feb,2011 08:10:49 PM

Dear User, The Chevrolet Beat LPG will have an expected efficiency of 14-16kmpl. Thanks

Asked By Jagbir Singh 01 Feb,2011 10:05:22 AM

can we use LPG kit other vehicle , likes maruti800 , alto etc. Indian govt. allow the LPG kit.

Reply By CarDekho Team 01 Feb,2011 12:49:07 PM

Dear User, We would like to inform you that you can assemble LPG kit in any petrol small segment car, but it is advisable to assemble LPG kit either from Authorized Dealer or from Government Authorized Center. Thanks

Asked By vaibhav 01 Feb,2011 11:09:58 AM

This LPG model launch is not because of the rising fuel prices but because of poor mileage of petrol model The avg is only 10 KM for the petrol and company service stations acknowledges it. I really wonder how they will put lpg kit as their is already very less boot space in the car.

Reply By Sandeep Gera 01 Feb,2011 04:58:00 PM

i agree with U Mr.vaibhav and i also wana contact to you can u contact me or send me your mail id bcoz i was thinking to buy Beat but i wana know demerits a of Beat model. Thanks- Sandeep Gera preeet2056@gmail.com 9417711115

Reply By paras 03 Feb,2011 01:53:18 PM

Dear Mr. sandeep, if you receive any de-merits of beat, pl . also forward me , coz me too considering for beat . Paras psvacheta@gmail.com

Reply By Sumit 03 Feb,2011 06:35:39 PM

Dear Mr. Paras, if you receive any de-merits of beat, pl . also forward me , coz me too considering for beat at sumit21576@yahoo.co.in

Reply By Maninder Singh 05 Feb,2011 11:38:17 AM

Dear Mr. sandeep, if you receive any de-merits of beat, pl . also forward me , coz me too considering for beat . my id is john6712003@yahoo.com

Reply By Sanjay 02 Feb,2011 08:58:46 AM

I have Beat and I get mileage around 14 Km/L (with AC) in City (Mumbai). I think 10 KM/L is by far below what you actually claimed. You need to improve your driving skill. I agree that boot space is much lesser as compared with Wagon R, Ritz & Figo. I wonder if anyone assembled LPG kit. There will be no boot space at all. This is something GM has to look for.

Reply By vaibhav 04 Feb,2011 06:07:00 PM

Dear Sanjay, Stop doing marketing for general motors they dont deserve it. Asfar as my driving skills are concerned beat is my fourth car. I purchased it on 24 jan 2010 as just completed an year. And initially i was also very excited like you and ignored everything against the car. But when i started taking this car to my office on a daily basis i realised that it was costing very heavy on my pocket and also the pickup goes down when we switch on the ac. I took this car to the dealer (regent) and they did a service but nothing has changed and the serivce people in the service station also confirmed us that all the customers have the similar problems. I hope that you will enjoy your beat journey for longer time but still i am telling you the facts of the car which i have purchased an year ago and still facing the challenges on a daily basis. Vaibhav

Reply By irfan 02 Feb,2011 06:12:50 PM

There is lot of difference between comments by different BEAT owners regarding its mileage. I guess BEAT is like Lottery.... some are luckier with 15kmpl while others not...... In LPG model, it should give about 18kmpl but luks like it will deliver around 15kmpl.

Asked By M.Sathish 01 Feb,2011 11:50:03 AM

i like to beat LPG prices low sport modal always like beat

Asked By saif 01 Feb,2011 03:23:14 PM

Know about the

Asked By Balaji 01 Feb,2011 06:14:22 PM

can you tell me the mileage that Beat gives and whether the vehicle is worth buying

Reply By vaibhav 04 Feb,2011 06:13:51 PM

dont go for it .. go for any other car in this segment

Reply By Mahesh 05 Feb,2011 02:38:10 PM

I own a Beat LS, April 2010, windows down, highway gives 19-20 pl, a/c: 17kmpl. City: 14-15kmpl Ride is best in its class...Makes i10, swift like pussies. it gives you a feel of a big car.Vrooms like a little beast... top speed smoothly touches 145kmph at 4300rpm... Only deadly drawback is boot space... unimaginably small. very small. but somethings has to be compromised. Good car for 4. Ok car for 5. decent luggage can be accomodated. For Rs.4,12,000/- on road... I'm very happy. But maintenance should be given top priority when GM is considered.

Asked By santosh shinde 01 Feb,2011 07:55:06 PM

YES IT IS WORTH BUYING petrol gives about 18km/l

Reply By subhash 01 Feb,2011 08:12:23 PM

Does it supports both Petrol/LPG ?

Reply By CarDekho Team 02 Feb,2011 03:27:17 PM

Dear User, We would like to inform you that Chevrolet Beat LPG will run on both petrol and diesel. Thanks

Reply By paras 03 Feb,2011 03:54:50 PM

i think u want to say both petrol and lpg right ?????

Asked By Bino Suwin 01 Feb,2011 08:40:03 PM

Can u tell me the exact mileage & on-road price (chennai) for beat-LPG fully loaded........

Asked By viswanath 01 Feb,2011 09:16:49 PM

WE ARE ALSO WAITING FOR NEW BEAT LPG VERSION AND LET US KNOW THE DEALERS IN KARNATAKA AND INFORM THE PRICE OF THE NEW CAR. REPLY SOON

Reply By CarDekho Team 02 Feb,2011 03:38:26 PM

Dear User, We would like to inform you that Chevrolet Beat LPG is speculated to be launched within this week. You can use the given link to contact the bangalore dealer : - Kropex India Ltd -- Address:49/1 Singasandara, Hosur Main Road, Bangalore., Bangalore, Karnataka, 560068 Phone: 080-43574357 / 09663388830 / 9663388812, Fax: 080-43574353. The exact price for the car is expected to be tagged Rs. 50,000 more than the petrol variant. Further details would be updated soon. Thanks

Reply By mrinalkm7769 03 Feb,2011 12:36:28 PM

i called up just now in GM's gurgaon marketing office and they said that they will release it after 15th. I am on a final point of making decission as car loan is increasing as well the price of all the car, so this week i will be freezing,so can any body say the launching date of beat lpg

Asked By palani s. 01 Feb,2011 09:23:36 PM

i want exact on road price of lpg beat and beat diesel . inwhich car is best for buying either diesel version or petrol version of beat.reply me

Asked By saurabh 01 Feb,2011 11:38:12 PM

m eager 2 c dis car.:-)

Asked By jitendra 02 Feb,2011 09:59:39 AM

I have Aveo LS 2006 petrol model & giving me 14 km/ltr on highway without AC. and I wanted to fit LPG kit for my car ...is it suitable LPG to my car??PLZ SUGGEST. Thanks. jitendra bagale 9892700921

Asked By Bennny ,EG 03 Feb,2011 03:06:07 AM

Chevrolet Beat LPG is available in open market & What is its price ?

Asked By mrinalkm7769 03 Feb,2011 12:33:31 PM

can anybody say the details wen is the lpg beat launching date wat isthe exact price of lpg beat wat is the mileage expected in lpg beat

Asked By mrinalkm7769 03 Feb,2011 12:43:32 PM

cn any body give the LPG & diesel rate increasing rates in last 12 months in bangalore or in india

Asked By PARIMAL SHAH 03 Feb,2011 05:40:33 PM

I WANT TO PURCHASE IT. CAN U GIVE ME BEST QUOTATION FOR VADODARA?

Asked By lalit 03 Feb,2011 06:04:42 PM

when Beat in CNG will come on the road????. tell me one thing if i buy beat then can i installed the CNG in beat.

Asked By sam 03 Feb,2011 08:49:36 PM

what is the cost of chevrolet beat lpg rate? kindly inform me,. and also about the mileage

Reply By CarDekho Team 04 Feb,2011 04:40:12 PM

The Chevrolet Beat LPG is not officially launched yet and its prices are not out. The Chevrolet Beat LPG is powered by a 1.2-litre S-TEC II engine that produces 80.5 PS of maximum power and 108 Nm of maximum torque. As per ARAI, the Beat LPG delivers a mileage of 13.29 km/litre. We expect it to be priced about 50,000more over its Petrol version. Thanks, CarDekho Team

Asked By sunil 03 Feb,2011 11:45:17 PM

wether petrol beat can be fitted wit LPG...PLEASE GUIDE ME

Reply By CarDekho Team 04 Feb,2011 04:41:39 PM

Yes an LPG kit can fit on the Petrol Beat, but if your car is under warranty we advise you not to do it as the warranty will get Void, still better if you plan to buy the Beat get the LPG version from the company itself that is launching in a few days. Thanks, CarDekho Team

Asked By SINJITH 04 Feb,2011 10:12:31 AM

my best CAR

Asked By tenzin 05 Feb,2011 12:34:15 PM

why it is so expensive as it is written that the desiel version will be Rs,50,0000 more ezpensive than the pertrol i think itis really expenscice one