Top ten Car Flops In India: Why Even Good Cars Fail To Set Sale
Some cars die natural deaths while some are found ‘dud’ long before their product cycles run their course. Shoddy sales numbers are not the only reasons cars flop, since even good cars fail dreadfully on occasion for other reasons like overpricing, poor marketing, or just plain poor suitability to that particular market.
We take a look at ten cars that have failed to make an impression in the country’s automobile market over the years. That some of these cars witnessed poor success came as a surprise even to industry experts-let’s get right into the (black)list.
The very first on the list was actually fairly a well-loved car, but PAL’s poor service and dealer network ensured the Indian lifespan of the Peugeot three hundred nine was cut dramatically brief. A pity, because the car suited Indian conditions well, but even good cars need a constant supply of spares. Joy er, fact: One had to somehow calculate the 309’s engine rpm using the mitts of the analogue clock, which was present instead of a tachometer.
Top ten Car Flops In India
1. Peugeot 309: 1994–1997
Basic specs: Petrol–1.4-litre, seventy bhp, one hundred ten Nm, nine hundred sixty kg; Diesel–1.5-litre, fifty seven bhp, ninety seven Nm, nine hundred ninety kg
The very first on the list was actually fairly a well-loved car, but PAL’s poor service and dealer network ensured the Indian lifespan of the Peugeot three hundred nine was cut dramatically brief. A pity, because the car suited Indian conditions well, but even good cars need a constant supply of spares. Joy er, fact: One had to somehow calculate the 309’s engine rpm using the forearms of the analogue clock, which was present instead of a tachometer.
The Maruti Baleno Altura was one of the few estates available in the country at the time, but this didn’t do anything for its sales figures, since the Indian market has for some reason stayed clear of this bod style. So, despite the Baleno Altura being enormously spacious and practical, it flopped badly in our market. Incidentally, the Baleno Altura was Suzuki’s very first ever station wagon.
Top ten Car Flops In India
Two. Maruti Baleno Altura: 1999–2007
Basic specs: Petrol–1.6-litre, ninety four bhp, one hundred thirty Nm, one thousand twenty kg
The Maruti Baleno Altura was one of the few estates available in the country at the time, but this didn’t do anything for its sales figures, since the Indian market has for some reason stayed clear of this assets style. So, despite the Baleno Altura being utterly spacious and practical, it flopped badly in our market. Incidentally, the Baleno Altura was Suzuki’s very first ever station wagon.
It was sad to see the Opel Vectra fail in India because here was a car that was stunning to look at, with a low, broad stance that gave it slew of road presence. GM sold the Vectra in the country via the CBU route, and as the result the car ended up being very pricey. Maintenance and fuel costs were high too, so it was a raunchy two-year-existence for Opel’s diamond in the rough.
Top ten Car Flops In India
Three. Opel Vectra: 2003–2005
Basic specs: Petrol–2.2-litre, one hundred forty six bhp, two hundred three Nm
It was sad to see the Opel Vectra fail in India because here was a car that was stunning to look at, with a low, broad stance that gave it slew of road presence. GM sold the Vectra in the country via the CBU route, and as the result the car ended up being very pricey. Maintenance and fuel costs were high too, so it was a rough two-year-existence for Opel’s diamond in the rough.
The Chevrolet SRV was another interesting car that failed to make a mark in India, fairly simply because it was one of the only hatchbacks in the country to feature a powerful one hundred bhp powerplant. However, it was priced out of reach of its target driving enthusiast audience, permitting the Honda City, Hyundai Verna, and Ford Fiesta S to throttle any potential threat. The Chevrolet SRV was capable of fairly an extraordinaire 0-100 km/h timing of 12.9 seconds.
Top ten Car Flops In India
Four. Chevrolet SRV: 2006–2009
Basic specs: Petrol–1.6-litre (turbocharged), one hundred bhp, one hundred forty Nm
The Chevrolet SRV was another interesting car that failed to make a mark in India, fairly simply because it was one of the only hatchbacks in the country to feature a powerful one hundred bhp powerplant. However, it was priced out of reach of its target driving enthusiast audience, permitting the Honda City, Hyundai Verna, and Ford Fiesta S to throttle any potential threat. The Chevrolet SRV was capable of fairly an awesome 0-100 km/h timing of 12.9 seconds.
The Ford Fusion was underpinned by the Fiesta platform, but its estate-cum-MPV cstyling gave the car its unique looks. Unique it was, certainly, but how appealing? Not very, according to the Indian customer, since despite being good to drive, possessing two hundred mm of ground clearance, and well-equipped with a decent level of safety features, the Fusion never realised superb sales for Ford India.
Top ten Car Flops In India
Five. Ford Fusion: 2006–2010
Basic specs: Petrol–1.6-litre, one hundred one bhp, one hundred forty six Nm; Diesel–1.4-litre, sixty eight bhp, one hundred sixty Nm
The Ford Fusion was underpinned by the Fiesta platform, but its estate-cum-MPV cstyling gave the car its unique looks. Unique it was, certainly, but how appealing? Not very, according to the Indian customer, since despite being good to drive, possessing two hundred mm of ground clearance, and well-equipped with a decent level of safety features, the Fusion never realised excellent sales for Ford India.
The Tata Movus is essentially a rebranded Tata Sumo Grande, in an effort by Tata Motors to pick up dismal sales of the former. The Indian automobile customer is increasingly style-conscious, and it’s in this department that the Movus fails dreadfully with its bland, boxy design. While the car does have the upsides of a functional means of decently spacious transport, the Movus’ lack of character seems to have done it in.
Top ten Car Flops In India
6. Tata Sumo Grande/Tata Movus: 2008–present
Basic specs: Diesel–2.2-litre, one hundred eighteen bhp, two hundred fifty Nm
The Tata Movus is essentially a rebranded Tata Sumo Grande, in an effort by Tata Motors to pick up dismal sales of the former. The Indian automobile customer is increasingly style-conscious, and it’s in this department that the Movus fails dreadfully with its bland, boxy design. While the car does have the upsides of a functional means of decently spacious transport, the Movus’ lack of character seems to have done it in.
Another good car gone bad. The Skoda Fabia is a successful model for the Czech manufacturer internationally, but sales never took off in India. Skoda’s strategy of positioning itself as a luxury car manufacturer spotted Fabia customers expecting premium after sales service, given the car’s premium pricing. This, however, did not happen, and the solidly-built Fabia’s days were soon numbered. Skoda India is said to have lost INR 1.Five lakh per Fabia sold.
Top ten Car Flops In India
7. Skoda Fabia: 2008–2013
Basic specs: Petrol–1.2-litre/1.4-litre, seventy five bhp/85 bhp, one hundred ten Nm/132 Nm; Diesel–1.4-litre, sixty eight bhp, one hundred fifty five Nm
Another good car gone bad. The Skoda Fabia is a successful model for the Czech manufacturer internationally, but sales never took off in India. Skoda’s strategy of positioning itself as a luxury car manufacturer eyed Fabia customers expecting premium after sales service, given the car’s premium pricing. This, however, did not happen, and the solidly-built Fabia’s days were soon numbered. Skoda India is said to have lost INR 1.Five lakh per Fabia sold.
The Kizashi was Maruti Suzuki’s very first (and possibly last) attempt at cracking into the luxury sedan segment in the country. But things were fated from the embark, since the Indian consumer was not going to shell out big moolah for a Maruti, given the company’s mass-market picture. Also, a bewildering lack of a diesel engine option and a high price ensured the flagship of Maruti Suzuki’s fall, despite it being arguably the best looker in the company’s line up.
Top ten Car Flops In India
8. Suzuki Kizashi: 2011–2014
Basic specs: Petrol–2.4-litre, one hundred seventy five bhp, two hundred thirty Nm, one thousand four hundred sixty kg
The Kizashi was Maruti Suzuki’s very first (and possibly last) attempt at cracking into the luxury sedan segment in the country. But things were fated from the embark, since the Indian consumer was not going to shell out big moolah for a Maruti, given the company’s mass-market photo. Also, a bewildering lack of a diesel engine option and a high price ensured the flagship of Maruti Suzuki’s fall, despite it being arguably the best looker in the company’s line up.
The very first of two of Mahindra’s failed products that made this list is the Mahindra Quanto, a compact crossover derived from the Mahindra Xylo. The Quanto suffers from disproportionate looks, especially with regard to the awkward looking chopped rear section. Also, despite having one hundred bhp on tap, the crossover is by no means enthusiastic, possibly owing to its high kerb weight. News is that Mahindra may launch an AMT option in the near future to improve sales.
Top ten Car Flops In India
9. Mahindra Quanto: 2012–present
Basic specs: Diesel–1.5-litre, one hundred bhp, two hundred forty Nm, one thousand six hundred forty kg
The very first of two of Mahindra’s failed products that made this list is the Mahindra Quanto, a compact crossover derived from the Mahindra Xylo. The Quanto suffers from disproportionate looks, especially with regard to the awkward looking chopped rear section. Also, despite having one hundred bhp on tap, the crossover is by no means enthusiastic, possibly owing to its high kerb weight. News is that Mahindra may launch an AMT option in the near future to improve sales.
The shortened version of the Mahindra Verito, the Verito Vibe, is one of the few cars in the sub-4-metre category to remain a hatch, unlike the Hyundai Xcent or the Honda Amaze. Sales have always been poor since the car’s launch, possibly because the Verito Vibe looks about as titillating as your office desk. Yes, the car offers a spacious interior and is good value for money, but seems like that’s not fairly enough any more for the Indian buyer.
Top ten Car Flops In India
Ten. Mahindra Verito Vibe: 2013–present
Basic specs: Diesel–1.5-litre, sixty four bhp, one hundred sixty Nm
The shortened version of the Mahindra Verito, the Verito Vibe, is one of the few cars in the sub-4-metre category to remain a hatch, unlike the Hyundai Xcent or the Honda Amaze. Sales have always been poor since the car’s launch, possibly because the Verito Vibe looks about as titillating as your office desk. Yes, the car offers a spacious interior and is good value for money, but seems like that’s not fairly enough any more for the Indian buyer.
Top ten Car Flops In India: Why Even Good Cars Fail To Set Sale
Top ten Car Flops In India: Why Even Good Cars Fail To Set Sale
Some cars die natural deaths while some are found ‘dud’ long before their product cycles run their course. Shoddy sales numbers are not the only reasons cars flop, since even good cars fail dreadfully on occasion for other reasons like overpricing, poor marketing, or just plain poor suitability to that particular market.
We take a look at ten cars that have failed to make an impression in the country’s automobile market over the years. That some of these cars witnessed poor success came as a surprise even to industry experts-let’s get right into the (black)list.
The very first on the list was actually fairly a well-loved car, but PAL’s poor service and dealer network ensured the Indian lifespan of the Peugeot three hundred nine was cut dramatically brief. A pity, because the car suited Indian conditions well, but even good cars need a constant supply of spares. Joy er, fact: One had to somehow calculate the 309’s engine rpm using the palms of the analogue clock, which was present instead of a tachometer.
Top ten Car Flops In India
1. Peugeot 309: 1994–1997
Basic specs: Petrol–1.4-litre, seventy bhp, one hundred ten Nm, nine hundred sixty kg; Diesel–1.5-litre, fifty seven bhp, ninety seven Nm, nine hundred ninety kg
The very first on the list was actually fairly a well-loved car, but PAL’s poor service and dealer network ensured the Indian lifespan of the Peugeot three hundred nine was cut dramatically brief. A pity, because the car suited Indian conditions well, but even good cars need a constant supply of spares. Joy er, fact: One had to somehow calculate the 309’s engine rpm using the mitts of the analogue clock, which was present instead of a tachometer.
The Maruti Baleno Altura was one of the few estates available in the country at the time, but this didn’t do anything for its sales figures, since the Indian market has for some reason stayed clear of this bod style. So, despite the Baleno Altura being utterly spacious and practical, it flopped badly in our market. Incidentally, the Baleno Altura was Suzuki’s very first ever station wagon.
Top ten Car Flops In India
Two. Maruti Baleno Altura: 1999–2007
Basic specs: Petrol–1.6-litre, ninety four bhp, one hundred thirty Nm, one thousand twenty kg
The Maruti Baleno Altura was one of the few estates available in the country at the time, but this didn’t do anything for its sales figures, since the Indian market has for some reason stayed clear of this bod style. So, despite the Baleno Altura being enormously spacious and practical, it flopped badly in our market. Incidentally, the Baleno Altura was Suzuki’s very first ever station wagon.
It was sad to see the Opel Vectra fail in India because here was a car that was stunning to look at, with a low, broad stance that gave it slew of road presence. GM sold the Vectra in the country via the CBU route, and as the result the car ended up being very pricey. Maintenance and fuel costs were high too, so it was a raunchy two-year-existence for Opel’s diamond in the rough.
Top ten Car Flops In India
Trio. Opel Vectra: 2003–2005
Basic specs: Petrol–2.2-litre, one hundred forty six bhp, two hundred three Nm
It was sad to see the Opel Vectra fail in India because here was a car that was stunning to look at, with a low, broad stance that gave it slew of road presence. GM sold the Vectra in the country via the CBU route, and as the result the car ended up being very pricey. Maintenance and fuel costs were high too, so it was a harsh two-year-existence for Opel’s diamond in the rough.
The Chevrolet SRV was another interesting car that failed to make a mark in India, fairly simply because it was one of the only hatchbacks in the country to feature a powerful one hundred bhp powerplant. However, it was priced out of reach of its target driving enthusiast audience, permitting the Honda City, Hyundai Verna, and Ford Fiesta S to throttle any potential threat. The Chevrolet SRV was capable of fairly an incredible 0-100 km/h timing of 12.9 seconds.
Top ten Car Flops In India
Four. Chevrolet SRV: 2006–2009
Basic specs: Petrol–1.6-litre (turbocharged), one hundred bhp, one hundred forty Nm
The Chevrolet SRV was another interesting car that failed to make a mark in India, fairly simply because it was one of the only hatchbacks in the country to feature a powerful one hundred bhp powerplant. However, it was priced out of reach of its target driving enthusiast audience, permitting the Honda City, Hyundai Verna, and Ford Fiesta S to strangle any potential threat. The Chevrolet SRV was capable of fairly an astounding 0-100 km/h timing of 12.9 seconds.
The Ford Fusion was underpinned by the Fiesta platform, but its estate-cum-MPV cstyling gave the car its unique looks. Unique it was, certainly, but how appealing? Not very, according to the Indian customer, since despite being good to drive, possessing two hundred mm of ground clearance, and well-equipped with a decent level of safety features, the Fusion never realised excellent sales for Ford India.
Top ten Car Flops In India
Five. Ford Fusion: 2006–2010
Basic specs: Petrol–1.6-litre, one hundred one bhp, one hundred forty six Nm; Diesel–1.4-litre, sixty eight bhp, one hundred sixty Nm
The Ford Fusion was underpinned by the Fiesta platform, but its estate-cum-MPV cstyling gave the car its unique looks. Unique it was, certainly, but how appealing? Not very, according to the Indian customer, since despite being good to drive, possessing two hundred mm of ground clearance, and well-equipped with a decent level of safety features, the Fusion never realised excellent sales for Ford India.
The Tata Movus is essentially a rebranded Tata Sumo Grande, in an effort by Tata Motors to pick up dismal sales of the former. The Indian automobile customer is increasingly style-conscious, and it’s in this department that the Movus fails dreadfully with its bland, boxy design. While the car does have the upsides of a functional means of decently spacious transport, the Movus’ lack of character seems to have done it in.
Top ten Car Flops In India
6. Tata Sumo Grande/Tata Movus: 2008–present
Basic specs: Diesel–2.2-litre, one hundred eighteen bhp, two hundred fifty Nm
The Tata Movus is essentially a rebranded Tata Sumo Grande, in an effort by Tata Motors to pick up dismal sales of the former. The Indian automobile customer is increasingly style-conscious, and it’s in this department that the Movus fails dreadfully with its bland, boxy design. While the car does have the upsides of a functional means of decently spacious transport, the Movus’ lack of character seems to have done it in.
Another good car gone bad. The Skoda Fabia is a successful model for the Czech manufacturer internationally, but sales never took off in India. Skoda’s strategy of positioning itself as a luxury car manufacturer witnessed Fabia customers expecting premium after sales service, given the car’s premium pricing. This, however, did not happen, and the solidly-built Fabia’s days were soon numbered. Skoda India is said to have lost INR 1.Five lakh per Fabia sold.
Top ten Car Flops In India
7. Skoda Fabia: 2008–2013
Basic specs: Petrol–1.2-litre/1.4-litre, seventy five bhp/85 bhp, one hundred ten Nm/132 Nm; Diesel–1.4-litre, sixty eight bhp, one hundred fifty five Nm
Another good car gone bad. The Skoda Fabia is a successful model for the Czech manufacturer internationally, but sales never took off in India. Skoda’s strategy of positioning itself as a luxury car manufacturer eyed Fabia customers expecting premium after sales service, given the car’s premium pricing. This, however, did not happen, and the solidly-built Fabia’s days were soon numbered. Skoda India is said to have lost INR 1.Five lakh per Fabia sold.
The Kizashi was Maruti Suzuki’s very first (and possibly last) attempt at cracking into the luxury sedan segment in the country. But things were fated from the embark, since the Indian consumer was not going to shell out big moolah for a Maruti, given the company’s mass-market photo. Also, a bewildering lack of a diesel engine option and a high price ensured the flagship of Maruti Suzuki’s fall, despite it being arguably the best looker in the company’s line up.
Top ten Car Flops In India
8. Suzuki Kizashi: 2011–2014
Basic specs: Petrol–2.4-litre, one hundred seventy five bhp, two hundred thirty Nm, one thousand four hundred sixty kg
The Kizashi was Maruti Suzuki’s very first (and possibly last) attempt at violating into the luxury sedan segment in the country. But things were fated from the commence, since the Indian consumer was not going to shell out big moolah for a Maruti, given the company’s mass-market picture. Also, a bewildering lack of a diesel engine option and a high price ensured the flagship of Maruti Suzuki’s fall, despite it being arguably the best looker in the company’s line up.
The very first of two of Mahindra’s failed products that made this list is the Mahindra Quanto, a compact crossover derived from the Mahindra Xylo. The Quanto suffers from disproportionate looks, especially with regard to the awkward looking chopped rear section. Also, despite having one hundred bhp on tap, the crossover is by no means enthusiastic, possibly owing to its high kerb weight. News is that Mahindra may launch an AMT option in the near future to improve sales.
Top ten Car Flops In India
9. Mahindra Quanto: 2012–present
Basic specs: Diesel–1.5-litre, one hundred bhp, two hundred forty Nm, one thousand six hundred forty kg
The very first of two of Mahindra’s failed products that made this list is the Mahindra Quanto, a compact crossover derived from the Mahindra Xylo. The Quanto suffers from disproportionate looks, especially with regard to the awkward looking chopped rear section. Also, despite having one hundred bhp on tap, the crossover is by no means enthusiastic, possibly owing to its high kerb weight. News is that Mahindra may launch an AMT option in the near future to improve sales.
The shortened version of the Mahindra Verito, the Verito Vibe, is one of the few cars in the sub-4-metre category to remain a hatch, unlike the Hyundai Xcent or the Honda Amaze. Sales have always been poor since the car’s launch, possibly because the Verito Vibe looks about as arousing as your office desk. Yes, the car offers a spacious interior and is good value for money, but seems like that’s not fairly enough any more for the Indian buyer.
Top ten Car Flops In India
Ten. Mahindra Verito Vibe: 2013–present
Basic specs: Diesel–1.5-litre, sixty four bhp, one hundred sixty Nm
The shortened version of the Mahindra Verito, the Verito Vibe, is one of the few cars in the sub-4-metre category to remain a hatch, unlike the Hyundai Xcent or the Honda Amaze. Sales have always been poor since the car’s launch, possibly because the Verito Vibe looks about as arousing as your office desk. Yes, the car offers a spacious interior and is good value for money, but seems like that’s not fairly enough any more for the Indian buyer.
Top ten Car Flops In India: Why Even Good Cars Fail To Set Sale
Top ten Car Flops In India: Why Even Good Cars Fail To Set Sale
Some cars die natural deaths while some are found ‘dud’ long before their product cycles run their course. Shoddy sales numbers are not the only reasons cars flop, since even good cars fail dreadfully on occasion for other reasons like overpricing, poor marketing, or just plain poor suitability to that particular market.
We take a look at ten cars that have failed to make an impression in the country’s automobile market over the years. That some of these cars spotted poor success came as a surprise even to industry experts-let’s get right into the (black)list.
The very first on the list was actually fairly a well-loved car, but PAL’s poor service and dealer network ensured the Indian lifespan of the Peugeot three hundred nine was cut dramatically brief. A pity, because the car suited Indian conditions well, but even good cars need a stable supply of spares. Joy er, fact: One had to somehow calculate the 309’s engine rpm using the forearms of the analogue clock, which was present instead of a tachometer.
Top ten Car Flops In India
1. Peugeot 309: 1994–1997
Basic specs: Petrol–1.4-litre, seventy bhp, one hundred ten Nm, nine hundred sixty kg; Diesel–1.5-litre, fifty seven bhp, ninety seven Nm, nine hundred ninety kg
The very first on the list was actually fairly a well-loved car, but PAL’s poor service and dealer network ensured the Indian lifespan of the Peugeot three hundred nine was cut dramatically brief. A pity, because the car suited Indian conditions well, but even good cars need a stable supply of spares. Joy er, fact: One had to somehow calculate the 309’s engine rpm using the forearms of the analogue clock, which was present instead of a tachometer.
The Maruti Baleno Altura was one of the few estates available in the country at the time, but this didn’t do anything for its sales figures, since the Indian market has for some reason stayed clear of this bod style. So, despite the Baleno Altura being enormously spacious and practical, it flopped badly in our market. Incidentally, the Baleno Altura was Suzuki’s very first ever station wagon.
Top ten Car Flops In India
Two. Maruti Baleno Altura: 1999–2007
Basic specs: Petrol–1.6-litre, ninety four bhp, one hundred thirty Nm, one thousand twenty kg
The Maruti Baleno Altura was one of the few estates available in the country at the time, but this didn’t do anything for its sales figures, since the Indian market has for some reason stayed clear of this assets style. So, despite the Baleno Altura being utterly spacious and practical, it flopped badly in our market. Incidentally, the Baleno Altura was Suzuki’s very first ever station wagon.
It was sad to see the Opel Vectra fail in India because here was a car that was stunning to look at, with a low, broad stance that gave it slew of road presence. GM sold the Vectra in the country via the CBU route, and as the result the car ended up being very pricey. Maintenance and fuel costs were high too, so it was a raunchy two-year-existence for Opel’s diamond in the rough.
Top ten Car Flops In India
Three. Opel Vectra: 2003–2005
Basic specs: Petrol–2.2-litre, one hundred forty six bhp, two hundred three Nm
It was sad to see the Opel Vectra fail in India because here was a car that was stunning to look at, with a low, broad stance that gave it slew of road presence. GM sold the Vectra in the country via the CBU route, and as the result the car ended up being very pricey. Maintenance and fuel costs were high too, so it was a rough two-year-existence for Opel’s diamond in the rough.
The Chevrolet SRV was another interesting car that failed to make a mark in India, fairly simply because it was one of the only hatchbacks in the country to feature a powerful one hundred bhp powerplant. However, it was priced out of reach of its target driving enthusiast audience, permitting the Honda City, Hyundai Verna, and Ford Fiesta S to throttle any potential threat. The Chevrolet SRV was capable of fairly an outstanding 0-100 km/h timing of 12.9 seconds.
Top ten Car Flops In India
Four. Chevrolet SRV: 2006–2009
Basic specs: Petrol–1.6-litre (turbocharged), one hundred bhp, one hundred forty Nm
The Chevrolet SRV was another interesting car that failed to make a mark in India, fairly simply because it was one of the only hatchbacks in the country to feature a powerful one hundred bhp powerplant. However, it was priced out of reach of its target driving enthusiast audience, permitting the Honda City, Hyundai Verna, and Ford Fiesta S to throttle any potential threat. The Chevrolet SRV was capable of fairly an exceptional 0-100 km/h timing of 12.9 seconds.
The Ford Fusion was underpinned by the Fiesta platform, but its estate-cum-MPV cstyling gave the car its unique looks. Unique it was, certainly, but how appealing? Not very, according to the Indian customer, since despite being good to drive, possessing two hundred mm of ground clearance, and well-equipped with a decent level of safety features, the Fusion never realised superb sales for Ford India.
Top ten Car Flops In India
Five. Ford Fusion: 2006–2010
Basic specs: Petrol–1.6-litre, one hundred one bhp, one hundred forty six Nm; Diesel–1.4-litre, sixty eight bhp, one hundred sixty Nm
The Ford Fusion was underpinned by the Fiesta platform, but its estate-cum-MPV cstyling gave the car its unique looks. Unique it was, certainly, but how appealing? Not very, according to the Indian customer, since despite being good to drive, possessing two hundred mm of ground clearance, and well-equipped with a decent level of safety features, the Fusion never realised good sales for Ford India.
The Tata Movus is essentially a rebranded Tata Sumo Grande, in an effort by Tata Motors to pick up dismal sales of the former. The Indian automobile customer is increasingly style-conscious, and it’s in this department that the Movus fails dreadfully with its bland, boxy design. While the car does have the upsides of a functional means of decently spacious transport, the Movus’ lack of character seems to have done it in.
Top ten Car Flops In India
6. Tata Sumo Grande/Tata Movus: 2008–present
Basic specs: Diesel–2.2-litre, one hundred eighteen bhp, two hundred fifty Nm
The Tata Movus is essentially a rebranded Tata Sumo Grande, in an effort by Tata Motors to pick up dismal sales of the former. The Indian automobile customer is increasingly style-conscious, and it’s in this department that the Movus fails dreadfully with its bland, boxy design. While the car does have the upsides of a functional means of decently spacious transport, the Movus’ lack of character seems to have done it in.
Another good car gone bad. The Skoda Fabia is a successful model for the Czech manufacturer internationally, but sales never took off in India. Skoda’s strategy of positioning itself as a luxury car manufacturer eyed Fabia customers expecting premium after sales service, given the car’s premium pricing. This, however, did not happen, and the solidly-built Fabia’s days were soon numbered. Skoda India is said to have lost INR 1.Five lakh per Fabia sold.
Top ten Car Flops In India
7. Skoda Fabia: 2008–2013
Basic specs: Petrol–1.2-litre/1.4-litre, seventy five bhp/85 bhp, one hundred ten Nm/132 Nm; Diesel–1.4-litre, sixty eight bhp, one hundred fifty five Nm
Another good car gone bad. The Skoda Fabia is a successful model for the Czech manufacturer internationally, but sales never took off in India. Skoda’s strategy of positioning itself as a luxury car manufacturer eyed Fabia customers expecting premium after sales service, given the car’s premium pricing. This, however, did not happen, and the solidly-built Fabia’s days were soon numbered. Skoda India is said to have lost INR 1.Five lakh per Fabia sold.
The Kizashi was Maruti Suzuki’s very first (and possibly last) attempt at cracking into the luxury sedan segment in the country. But things were fated from the commence, since the Indian consumer was not going to shell out big moolah for a Maruti, given the company’s mass-market photo. Also, a bewildering lack of a diesel engine option and a high price ensured the flagship of Maruti Suzuki’s fall, despite it being arguably the best looker in the company’s line up.
Top ten Car Flops In India
8. Suzuki Kizashi: 2011–2014
Basic specs: Petrol–2.4-litre, one hundred seventy five bhp, two hundred thirty Nm, one thousand four hundred sixty kg
The Kizashi was Maruti Suzuki’s very first (and possibly last) attempt at violating into the luxury sedan segment in the country. But things were fated from the embark, since the Indian consumer was not going to shell out big moolah for a Maruti, given the company’s mass-market photo. Also, a bewildering lack of a diesel engine option and a high price ensured the flagship of Maruti Suzuki’s fall, despite it being arguably the best looker in the company’s line up.
The very first of two of Mahindra’s failed products that made this list is the Mahindra Quanto, a compact crossover derived from the Mahindra Xylo. The Quanto suffers from disproportionate looks, especially with regard to the awkward looking chopped rear section. Also, despite having one hundred bhp on tap, the crossover is by no means enthusiastic, possibly owing to its high kerb weight. News is that Mahindra may launch an AMT option in the near future to improve sales.
Top ten Car Flops In India
9. Mahindra Quanto: 2012–present
Basic specs: Diesel–1.5-litre, one hundred bhp, two hundred forty Nm, one thousand six hundred forty kg
The very first of two of Mahindra’s failed products that made this list is the Mahindra Quanto, a compact crossover derived from the Mahindra Xylo. The Quanto suffers from disproportionate looks, especially with regard to the awkward looking chopped rear section. Also, despite having one hundred bhp on tap, the crossover is by no means enthusiastic, possibly owing to its high kerb weight. News is that Mahindra may launch an AMT option in the near future to improve sales.
The shortened version of the Mahindra Verito, the Verito Vibe, is one of the few cars in the sub-4-metre category to remain a hatch, unlike the Hyundai Xcent or the Honda Amaze. Sales have always been poor since the car’s launch, possibly because the Verito Vibe looks about as arousing as your office desk. Yes, the car offers a spacious interior and is good value for money, but seems like that’s not fairly enough any more for the Indian buyer.
Top ten Car Flops In India
Ten. Mahindra Verito Vibe: 2013–present
Basic specs: Diesel–1.5-litre, sixty four bhp, one hundred sixty Nm
The shortened version of the Mahindra Verito, the Verito Vibe, is one of the few cars in the sub-4-metre category to remain a hatch, unlike the Hyundai Xcent or the Honda Amaze. Sales have always been poor since the car’s launch, possibly because the Verito Vibe looks about as arousing as your office desk. Yes, the car offers a spacious interior and is good value for money, but seems like that’s not fairly enough any more for the Indian buyer.
Top ten Car Flops In India: Why Even Good Cars Fail To Set Sale
Top ten Car Flops In India: Why Even Good Cars Fail To Set Sale
Some cars die natural deaths while some are found ‘dud’ long before their product cycles run their course. Shoddy sales numbers are not the only reasons cars flop, since even good cars fail dreadfully on occasion for other reasons like overpricing, poor marketing, or just plain poor suitability to that particular market.
We take a look at ten cars that have failed to make an impression in the country’s automobile market over the years. That some of these cars spotted poor success came as a surprise even to industry experts-let’s get right into the (black)list.
The very first on the list was actually fairly a well-loved car, but PAL’s poor service and dealer network ensured the Indian lifespan of the Peugeot three hundred nine was cut dramatically brief. A pity, because the car suited Indian conditions well, but even good cars need a constant supply of spares. Joy er, fact: One had to somehow calculate the 309’s engine rpm using the arms of the analogue clock, which was present instead of a tachometer.
Top ten Car Flops In India
1. Peugeot 309: 1994–1997
Basic specs: Petrol–1.4-litre, seventy bhp, one hundred ten Nm, nine hundred sixty kg; Diesel–1.5-litre, fifty seven bhp, ninety seven Nm, nine hundred ninety kg
The very first on the list was actually fairly a well-loved car, but PAL’s poor service and dealer network ensured the Indian lifespan of the Peugeot three hundred nine was cut dramatically brief. A pity, because the car suited Indian conditions well, but even good cars need a constant supply of spares. Joy er, fact: One had to somehow calculate the 309’s engine rpm using the forearms of the analogue clock, which was present instead of a tachometer.
The Maruti Baleno Altura was one of the few estates available in the country at the time, but this didn’t do anything for its sales figures, since the Indian market has for some reason stayed clear of this figure style. So, despite the Baleno Altura being enormously spacious and practical, it flopped badly in our market. Incidentally, the Baleno Altura was Suzuki’s very first ever station wagon.
Top ten Car Flops In India
Two. Maruti Baleno Altura: 1999–2007
Basic specs: Petrol–1.6-litre, ninety four bhp, one hundred thirty Nm, one thousand twenty kg
The Maruti Baleno Altura was one of the few estates available in the country at the time, but this didn’t do anything for its sales figures, since the Indian market has for some reason stayed clear of this assets style. So, despite the Baleno Altura being enormously spacious and practical, it flopped badly in our market. Incidentally, the Baleno Altura was Suzuki’s very first ever station wagon.
It was sad to see the Opel Vectra fail in India because here was a car that was stunning to look at, with a low, broad stance that gave it slew of road presence. GM sold the Vectra in the country via the CBU route, and as the result the car ended up being very pricey. Maintenance and fuel costs were high too, so it was a rough two-year-existence for Opel’s diamond in the rough.
Top ten Car Flops In India
Trio. Opel Vectra: 2003–2005
Basic specs: Petrol–2.2-litre, one hundred forty six bhp, two hundred three Nm
It was sad to see the Opel Vectra fail in India because here was a car that was stunning to look at, with a low, broad stance that gave it slew of road presence. GM sold the Vectra in the country via the CBU route, and as the result the car ended up being very pricey. Maintenance and fuel costs were high too, so it was a rough two-year-existence for Opel’s diamond in the rough.
The Chevrolet SRV was another interesting car that failed to make a mark in India, fairly simply because it was one of the only hatchbacks in the country to feature a powerful one hundred bhp powerplant. However, it was priced out of reach of its target driving enthusiast audience, permitting the Honda City, Hyundai Verna, and Ford Fiesta S to strangle any potential threat. The Chevrolet SRV was capable of fairly an outstanding 0-100 km/h timing of 12.9 seconds.
Top ten Car Flops In India
Four. Chevrolet SRV: 2006–2009
Basic specs: Petrol–1.6-litre (turbocharged), one hundred bhp, one hundred forty Nm
The Chevrolet SRV was another interesting car that failed to make a mark in India, fairly simply because it was one of the only hatchbacks in the country to feature a powerful one hundred bhp powerplant. However, it was priced out of reach of its target driving enthusiast audience, permitting the Honda City, Hyundai Verna, and Ford Fiesta S to throttle any potential threat. The Chevrolet SRV was capable of fairly an epic 0-100 km/h timing of 12.9 seconds.
The Ford Fusion was underpinned by the Fiesta platform, but its estate-cum-MPV cstyling gave the car its unique looks. Unique it was, certainly, but how appealing? Not very, according to the Indian customer, since despite being good to drive, possessing two hundred mm of ground clearance, and well-equipped with a decent level of safety features, the Fusion never realised excellent sales for Ford India.
Top ten Car Flops In India
Five. Ford Fusion: 2006–2010
Basic specs: Petrol–1.6-litre, one hundred one bhp, one hundred forty six Nm; Diesel–1.4-litre, sixty eight bhp, one hundred sixty Nm
The Ford Fusion was underpinned by the Fiesta platform, but its estate-cum-MPV cstyling gave the car its unique looks. Unique it was, certainly, but how appealing? Not very, according to the Indian customer, since despite being good to drive, possessing two hundred mm of ground clearance, and well-equipped with a decent level of safety features, the Fusion never realised good sales for Ford India.
The Tata Movus is essentially a rebranded Tata Sumo Grande, in an effort by Tata Motors to pick up dismal sales of the former. The Indian automobile customer is increasingly style-conscious, and it’s in this department that the Movus fails dreadfully with its bland, boxy design. While the car does have the upsides of a functional means of decently spacious transport, the Movus’ lack of character seems to have done it in.
Top ten Car Flops In India
6. Tata Sumo Grande/Tata Movus: 2008–present
Basic specs: Diesel–2.2-litre, one hundred eighteen bhp, two hundred fifty Nm
The Tata Movus is essentially a rebranded Tata Sumo Grande, in an effort by Tata Motors to pick up dismal sales of the former. The Indian automobile customer is increasingly style-conscious, and it’s in this department that the Movus fails dreadfully with its bland, boxy design. While the car does have the upsides of a functional means of decently spacious transport, the Movus’ lack of character seems to have done it in.
Another good car gone bad. The Skoda Fabia is a successful model for the Czech manufacturer internationally, but sales never took off in India. Skoda’s strategy of positioning itself as a luxury car manufacturer eyed Fabia customers expecting premium after sales service, given the car’s premium pricing. This, however, did not happen, and the solidly-built Fabia’s days were soon numbered. Skoda India is said to have lost INR 1.Five lakh per Fabia sold.
Top ten Car Flops In India
7. Skoda Fabia: 2008–2013
Basic specs: Petrol–1.2-litre/1.4-litre, seventy five bhp/85 bhp, one hundred ten Nm/132 Nm; Diesel–1.4-litre, sixty eight bhp, one hundred fifty five Nm
Another good car gone bad. The Skoda Fabia is a successful model for the Czech manufacturer internationally, but sales never took off in India. Skoda’s strategy of positioning itself as a luxury car manufacturer spotted Fabia customers expecting premium after sales service, given the car’s premium pricing. This, however, did not happen, and the solidly-built Fabia’s days were soon numbered. Skoda India is said to have lost INR 1.Five lakh per Fabia sold.
The Kizashi was Maruti Suzuki’s very first (and possibly last) attempt at violating into the luxury sedan segment in the country. But things were fated from the embark, since the Indian consumer was not going to shell out big moolah for a Maruti, given the company’s mass-market picture. Also, a bewildering lack of a diesel engine option and a high price ensured the flagship of Maruti Suzuki’s fall, despite it being arguably the best looker in the company’s line up.
Top ten Car Flops In India
8. Suzuki Kizashi: 2011–2014
Basic specs: Petrol–2.4-litre, one hundred seventy five bhp, two hundred thirty Nm, one thousand four hundred sixty kg
The Kizashi was Maruti Suzuki’s very first (and possibly last) attempt at cracking into the luxury sedan segment in the country. But things were fated from the begin, since the Indian consumer was not going to shell out big moolah for a Maruti, given the company’s mass-market pic. Also, a bewildering lack of a diesel engine option and a high price ensured the flagship of Maruti Suzuki’s fall, despite it being arguably the best looker in the company’s line up.
The very first of two of Mahindra’s failed products that made this list is the Mahindra Quanto, a compact crossover derived from the Mahindra Xylo. The Quanto suffers from disproportionate looks, especially with regard to the awkward looking chopped rear section. Also, despite having one hundred bhp on tap, the crossover is by no means enthusiastic, possibly owing to its high kerb weight. News is that Mahindra may launch an AMT option in the near future to improve sales.
Top ten Car Flops In India
9. Mahindra Quanto: 2012–present
Basic specs: Diesel–1.5-litre, one hundred bhp, two hundred forty Nm, one thousand six hundred forty kg
The very first of two of Mahindra’s failed products that made this list is the Mahindra Quanto, a compact crossover derived from the Mahindra Xylo. The Quanto suffers from disproportionate looks, especially with regard to the awkward looking chopped rear section. Also, despite having one hundred bhp on tap, the crossover is by no means enthusiastic, possibly owing to its high kerb weight. News is that Mahindra may launch an AMT option in the near future to improve sales.
The shortened version of the Mahindra Verito, the Verito Vibe, is one of the few cars in the sub-4-metre category to remain a hatch, unlike the Hyundai Xcent or the Honda Amaze. Sales have always been poor since the car’s launch, possibly because the Verito Vibe looks about as arousing as your office desk. Yes, the car offers a spacious interior and is good value for money, but seems like that’s not fairly enough any more for the Indian buyer.
Top ten Car Flops In India
Ten. Mahindra Verito Vibe: 2013–present
Basic specs: Diesel–1.5-litre, sixty four bhp, one hundred sixty Nm
The shortened version of the Mahindra Verito, the Verito Vibe, is one of the few cars in the sub-4-metre category to remain a hatch, unlike the Hyundai Xcent or the Honda Amaze. Sales have always been poor since the car’s launch, possibly because the Verito Vibe looks about as arousing as your office desk. Yes, the car offers a spacious interior and is good value for money, but seems like that’s not fairly enough any more for the Indian buyer.