February 11, 2011 - Chevrolet popularly known as Chevy among its 
customers launched the LPG version of its most popular car Beat, Chevrolet Beat LPG
for 4.10 lakhs (Chevrolet Beat LS), Base Model and INR 4.53 lakhs
(Chevrolet Beat LPG), Top end variant. Both the prices are exshowroom,
Thane. The company also launched its much talked about SMARTECH engine
which will power the Chevrolet Beat LPG. The light in weight 1.2
L S-TEC engine offers a mileage of 18.6 kmpl while the Beat LPG would
offer its drivers an exceptional mileage of 13.29 kmpl.
General Motors India has launched Chevrolet Beat
only with petrol engine option but it is available with three
variants. All three variants of Chevrolet Beat are powered by the same
capacity engine but they differ in terms luxuries and other features.
All three variants of Chevrolet Beat are equipped with the 1.2L,
1199cc, 16Valve DOHC petrol engine that produces 80.5PS of maximum
power with 108Nm of maximum torque and delivers excellent engine
performance. This higher level of power and torque results excellent
acceleration and performance thus the car never vibrates even after
100kmph speed. Apart from the acceleration and performance the Chevrolet
Beat mileage is also much better in comparison to other models of this
segment. According to the ARAI (Automotive Research Association of
India), the Chevrolet Beat offers mileage 18.6kmpl in standard test conditions
Chevrolet Beat
is a very classy car with robust and sporty look. This head turner is
packed with a very elegant design and stylish exterior look. The sleek
body graphics and robust outer look is very much unadulterated and is
quite irresistible which is sure to take the breath. The curvier body
look of the car is its eye catching feature.
The satin silver finish roof rails offers very sporty and dynamic look to the exterior of the Chevrolet Beat. The B pillar styling strip is designed to make the look of the car very smart. The front grille of the car are very well defined and merges very appropriately with curvier headlights and makes the look of the car very stunning and attractive. The body colored bumpers and internally adjusted ORVMs gives the car a very elegant and offers a stylish look.
The rear section of the Chevrolet Beat is designed with stylish LED tail lights that offer a very impressive look. The body colored outside door handles and body colored door mirror cowls gives that extra bit of finishing touch to the overall exterior of the car and even the body colored tailgate handles offers very classy look to the car. The chrome finished Logo of the company of the front of the car throws the trust and faith the company have. The alloy wheels and big sized tubeless tyre give the car a very aggressive and classy look.
The satin silver finish roof rails offers very sporty and dynamic look to the exterior of the Chevrolet Beat. The B pillar styling strip is designed to make the look of the car very smart. The front grille of the car are very well defined and merges very appropriately with curvier headlights and makes the look of the car very stunning and attractive. The body colored bumpers and internally adjusted ORVMs gives the car a very elegant and offers a stylish look.
The rear section of the Chevrolet Beat is designed with stylish LED tail lights that offer a very impressive look. The body colored outside door handles and body colored door mirror cowls gives that extra bit of finishing touch to the overall exterior of the car and even the body colored tailgate handles offers very classy look to the car. The chrome finished Logo of the company of the front of the car throws the trust and faith the company have. The alloy wheels and big sized tubeless tyre give the car a very aggressive and classy look.
Chevrolet Beat Description :
Chevrolet Beat is a stylish premium hatchback car which will features stylish and funky exteriors with its large raked headlamps, body colored bumper, body colored door handles and ORVMs (Outside Rear View Mirrors), bold and aggressive front grille. The rear view of Chevrolet Beat is also very attractive with its high mounted tail lamps with chrome surroundings on tail lamps, chrome finished tail gate handles and rear spoilers. The interiors of Chevrolet Beat will also very stylish and it is packed with lots of new generation advanced luxurious features that generally luxury segment sedans offer. The dual tone dashboard of Chevrolet Beat is packed with highly advanced instrument cluster, fabric upholstery, leather covered steering wheel, leather covered gear knob, and adjustable, comfortable and sporty seats makes Chevrolet Beat a very stylish car that will offer a comfortable driving experience.
Chevrolet Beat is launched in hatchback B-segment and it is packed more luxury and advanced safety functions that any other car of its segment offers. The all new Chevrolet Beat is loaded with an array of safety and security features that are 2.5Mph impact proof bumpers, height adjustable front and rear seat headrest, front fog lamps, central locking, front disc brakes, CHMSL, day and night IRVM as standard feature while ABS (Antilock Brake System) that ensures car will never skid out of control in case of hard braking at slippery surface, Dual Front Airbags and Front Seat Belts with Load Limiters are present as option. General Motors India has introduced Chevrolet Beat highly competitive price tag so it is expected that the launch of Chevrolet Beat is going to make way tough for other cars in its segment like Maruti Swift, Maruti Ritz, Fiat Punto, Hyundai Santro Xing, Hyundai i10, Tata Indica Vista, Volkswagen Polo and upcoming Ford Figo.
Chevrolet Beat Models
| Chevrolet Beat PS | It is the base variant of Chevrolet Beat that comes without Power Windows, Roof Rails, Rear Spoiler, Central Locking, Climate Control, Fog Lamps, etc. |
| Chevrolet Beat LS | This variant is the base model in the Beat LPG series. It comes with features such as Height adjustable Front Headrest and Central Locking. |
| Chevrolet Beat LT | This is the top end variant in the Beat LPG series. It hosts one more feature in addition to the above variant, Front Fog lamps for better clarity during thick winters. |
Compare Chevrolet Beat Models
Mileage, Average and Fuel Economy
General Motors India has launched Chevrolet Beat with only petrol engine option. All three variants of Chevrolet Beat are equipped with the 1.2L, 1199cc, 16-Valve DOHC, STEC II petrol engine with five speed manual transmission gearbox. This petrol engine with Port Deactivation Technology reduces the noise and enhances the fuel efficiency and enables theChevrolet Beat to offer mileage 14.5kmpl in city and 18.6kmpl on highway.The new Chevrolet Beat LPG with the new 1.2 L S-TEC or SMARTECH engine offers a mileage of 13.29 kmpl.
Power
As we already discussed that that Chevrolet Beat is available with only petrol engine option. Chevrolet Beat is powered by the 1.2L, 1199cc, 4-Cylinders, 16-Valve, DOHC, STEC II petrol engine with five speed manual transmission gearbox. This engine can produce 80.5PS of maximum power at 6200rpm with 108Nm of maximum torque at 4400rpm. This higher level of power and torque results excellent acceleration and engine performance thus the car never vibrates even after 100kmph mark.The new Chevrolet Beat LPG is powered by the newly developed 1.2 L SMARTECH powertrain. The mill being light in weight delivers exceptional power of 80.5 PS (in petrol).
Colors
Chevrolet Beat is available with seven exhilarating colors that are Linen Beige, Green Cocktail Metallic, Super Red, Caviar Black, Misty Lake Metallic, Moroccan Blue, and Olympic White.| Linen Beige | Green Cocktail Metallic | Super Red | Caviar Black | Misty Lake Metallic | Moroccan Blue | Olympic White |
These Colors are available with all variants of Chevrolet Beat
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Acceleration and Pick Up
The acceleration of the car is highly dependent of the power, torque and the transmission gearbox. Chevrolet Beat
is packed with 1.2 L petrol engine with a displacement of 1197 cc.
This petrol engine is packed with light weight DOHC engine that reduces
friction and performs better. The engine is packed with 5 speed manual
transmission gearbox that is very fuel efficient and is economical to
run by providing a very excellent mileage. This Inline type engine is a
very great performer and produces highest power and torque with
improved compression ratios and delivers better initial and passing
acceleration in city driving conditions for zipper overtaking. This
highly advanced engine of Chevrolet Beat crosses the barrier of 100 kms in just 15.5 seconds and reaches top speed of 145 kmph.Chevrolet Beat Exteriors
Exterior Appearance
Exterior Mesurements
Chevrolet Beat is a premium hatchback car with a capacity for 5 members to seat. The Exterior dimensions
of this car are its Length - 3640mm, Width - 1595mm, Height - 1520mm, Wheelbase - 2375mm, Ground Clearance-165mm.
Chevrolet Beat Interiors
Interior Appearance
Chevrolet Beat is a premium hatchback segment car with very dynamic and impressive interiors. The
interior
of Chevrolet beat are quite mind blowing and are filled with unmatched
aura which is irresistible look and attract the car lovers in just a
glance. The car is designed to offer roomy and spacious interiors that
give you the ultimate princely comfort. The spacious interiors of the
car makes you feel open even in very busy traffic on the roads. The Piano Black finish on dashboard and doors offers very elegant looks to the interiors and makes the ambience of the car class apart. The metallic finish Instrument Panel also offers very stylish look and adds that extra touch of glory to the interiors. The fabric upholstery present in the Chevrolet Beat merges very well with the interiors and offers a very classy and stylish look to the overall ambience of the car.
Some other interior features available in Chevrolet Beat are vanity mirrors, digital display trip meter, Luggage room, Sun visor, day and night rear view mirror, digital clock, tachometer, etc. The shinning touch of the interior is completed with the front and rear cabin lamps in 3 positions and the anti glare inside rear view mirror.
Interior Comfort
Chevrolet Beat
offers a swathe of comfort and pleasure. The car is packed with wealth
of advanced and comfortable features that offers a very pleasant and
comfortable driving. The car is packed with not only looks, style,
interiors, and exteriors but with many comfort features to attract huge
number of car lovers.The tilt power steering present in some variant of the car provides a very comfortable drive by customization in the position according to one’s need for any height of driver. The internally adjustable ORVM present in the offer offers comfort of changing the view without opening the windows of the Chevrolet Beat. The 60:40 split rear seats offers very comfortable long drive when you have excess luggage with you.
The power window in both front and rear seat gives great comfort in closing the windows when needed. The storage section is also taken car of by offering huge luggage space, cup holders, ticket holders, console box, rear parcel shelf, sunglass holder, etc. The air conditioner with heater controls the inside temperature and offers a very comfortable driving.
The integrated audio system in some variant of Chevrolet Beat offers very pleasurable drive with your favorite tunes in demand. The rear defogger helps you drive safe in any weather condition. The rear wash and wiper offer comfortable drive in rainy seasons too. The head restraint and driver seat height adjuster offers a very good and comfortable driving experience to all drivers. Some other comfort features are remote fuel lid opener, boot lid opener, cigarette lighter, antenna, sun visor, vanity mirror, bottle holders in door trims, etc.
Interior Mesurements
Chevrolet Beat is a premium hatchback car with a sitting capacity of 5 members. The car is very roomy and spacious car with elegant interiors. The interior measurement of this car is as follows. Front headroom – 980 cm, Rear headroom– 890 cm, Maximum Front legroom- 1270 cm, Minimum Front legroom - 590 cm, Maximum Rear Knee room- 810 cm, Minimum Rear Knee room- 630 cm, Shoulder room - 1270 cm.Engine Capacity and Performance
Chevrolet Beat is a very powerful and performing car with many advanced technology and features in its kitty. Chevrolet Beat comes in 3 variant all in Petrol version only. Chevrolet Beat has variants with many different features attached to it.Chevrolet Beat is equipped with 1.2 L petrol engine with a displacement of 1197 cc. This 1.2 L petrol engine is packed with 5 Speed Manual Transmission Gearbox that is very fuel efficient and is economical to run by providing a very excellent mileage. The engine is also endowed with light weight DOHC engine that reduces friction, offers clear emission and performs better. This Inline type engine with 4 Cylinders and 16 valves is a very great performer and produces an impressive power of 80.5 PS at 6200rpm with 108Nm of maximum torque at 4400rpm. The advanced engine offers highest power and torque with improved compression ratios and delivers better initial and passing acceleration in city driving conditions for zipper overtaking.
Wheels
Chevrolet Beat has a very stylish and classy looks with a variety of advanced features in its interiors to attract a huge volume of crowd. Chevrolet Beat is equipped with 14 inches wheels for ultimate look to its exteriors. Chevrolet Beat is available with tubeless tyres which are puncture proof and offer you a very comfortable journey without any tension of tyres. The size of the tyre is 155/70 R14. This big sized tyre of Chevrolet Beat is very efficient in controlling the car incase of off- roading and also helps in reducing the rate of skidding in slippery and watery roads.Braking and Handling
The suspension of Chevrolet Beat is very dynamic and efficient. The front suspension is of Mc Pherson strut and the rear suspension is of Compound Link Type. The suspension has all 4 gas filed shock absorbers. This new frame type front suspension available in Chevrolet Beat offers better stability and driving comfort.Chevrolet Beat is packed with a very sound and dynamic braking system and offers a very safe drive to its passengers. The presence of ABS (Anti Lock Braking System) in some variants of the Chevrolet Beat helps in preventing wheel lock up during panic braking. The front brakes and the rear brakes are also great performer which are very efficient in case of unexpected surprises in the road. This powerful braking system helps in de- accelerating car when the car s moving in high speed.
Handling and Safety
Chevrolet Beat
is a very safe car with many advanced safety features. The car is
packed with both active and passive safety features to safeguards
against the unexpected surprises that come in our way. The ABS (Anti lock Braking System) available in Chevrolet Beat helps the prevention of wheel locking in case of sudden braking and also controls the stability of the car. The presence of Dual SRS Airbag in the car is of great help at the time of accidents and collision which reduces the impact of collision and provides a cushioning effect in collision.
The 2.5 mph impact proof bumpers offer greater safety to the passengers of the car and also reduce the impact of injury in case of accident and collision. The halogen headlamps offer a very clear visibility to the roads and reduce the danger henceforth. The availability of front fog lamps in some variant of the Chevrolet Beat acts as a safeguard against bad weather condition driving. The front seat belts with load limiters are another safeguards present in the car.
Some other safety measures are child lock helps you drive tension free when kids are on with you, high mounted stop lamp which is clearly visible, double horn, side impact beams etc. With the availability of array of advanced safeguards, one can drive Chevrolet Beat with great peace of mind
Stereo and Accessories
Chevrolet Beat Pros :
Sporty and Stylish Look.
Affordable price range.
Engine Performance and Mileage.
Advanced Safety Features
