Currently the 2011 New York Auto Show is probably the most happening place to be at and justifying it are the next generation models of many existing cars being showcased. First the Nissan Versa a.k.a Nissan Sunny and now the 2012 Hyundai Accent which is also known as the new Hyundai Verna.

It has appeared at the ongoing International show and from the company's end the official press release is also available now.The amazing part besides the new looks and technical specifications, is the fact that the car has been showcased in hatchback as well as sedan models.

The most highlighted feature of this car is its remarkable fuel efficiency which as per claims made by the company , is best in its class. From the technical pint of view it sports a 1.6 Liter Gamma petrol heart which produces a maximum power of 138 BHP coupled with a standard 6 speed manual transmission. With a rated fuel efficiency of 12.75 KMPL for city conditions and 17 KMPL for highway, the car definitely carries to power to impress new buyers.

Another very important thing disclosed at the show about the car is the pricing which remains unchanged and with this news the car probably  gets the edge over many others from its segment.

The top end petrol variant with a 1.6 Liter engine is priced at $16,800 which calculates to Rs. 7.9 Lakh.

Official Press Release

HYUNDAI REVOLUTIONIZES THE SUBCOMPACT CAR WITH THE ALL-NEW ACCENT AT THE NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW

Advanced Technology, Modern Design, Roominess and 40 MPG

NEW YORK, 04/20/2011

Hyundai Motor America introduced the all-new 2012 Accent with best-in-class standard fuel economy and power at the New York International Auto Show today. This marks the U.S. debut of the latest version of the popular subcompact sedan and the new top-of-the line, more functional Accent five-door. The 2012 Accent is slated to hit dealerships this summer.

Accent redefines expectations in the subcompact category by offering the company's distinctive and upscale "Fluidic Sculpture" design, best-in-class standard fuel economy, exceptional roominess and a full complement of standard safety features. Despite surprising technology and a significant increase in safety features, Hyundai will hold the line on pricing from the prior generation to continue delivering unmistakable value to customers.

HIGHLIGHTS FOR 2012 ACCENT

• All-new fourth generation Accent subcompact
• "Fluidic Sculpture" design
• First vehicle to receive the all-new 1.6-liter GDI "Gamma" engine, paired with proprietary six-speed automatic or manual transmissions
• First subcompact car to use Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI)
• Best-in-class fuel economy of 30 mpg city/40 mpg highway
• Class-above total interior volume – a subcompact car with the roominess of a compact
• Best-in-class five-door cargo volume
• Strong value – more safety features and best-in-class fuel economy
• Offered in three trim levels – four-door GLS, well equipped five-door GS and sporty five-door SE
• Best-in-class 138 horsepower
• Improved fuel efficiency by 18 percent for M/T and 11 percent for A/T over its predecessor
• More fuel efficient than Honda Fit and Toyota Yaris
• Standard VSM, ESC, TCS, ABS with Brake Assist and EBD
• Six standard airbags, active front head restraints and four-wheel disc brakes

ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY FOR SUPERIOR FUEL ECONOMY

The 2012 Accent's all-aluminum 1.6-liter Gamma four-cylinder engine utilizes the latest engine technology to deliver a class-leading 138 horsepower and 123 lb-ft of torque and a best-in-class standard 30 mpg city and 40 mpg highway fuel economy rating.

The engine's most notable feature is its use of GDI, a first for the subcompact category. By precisely controlling the injection of fuel, GDI allows for better fuel economy, increased power and reduced emissions. The application of Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing (D-CVVT) on both intake and exhaust camshafts allows for increased efficiency, improved fuel economy and reduced emissions. Other elements resulting in reduced fuel consumption include an Alternator Management System, an offset crankshaft design, variable induction system and electronic throttle control. To reduce lifetime operation costs and increase reliability, the Gamma features a maintenance-free silent roller timing chain. The Gamma also uses innovative anti-friction coatings such as CrN Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) coating and Diamond Like Carbon (DLC) coating.

Gamma highlights include:

• Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing (D-CVVT)
• D-CVVT (intake and exhaust camshaft phaser) camshafts and hydraulic engine mounts provide optimum power, efficiency and refinement. Using CVVT on both camshafts has several advantages when compared to using it only on the intake camshaft including an improvement in performance (increased volumetric efficiency) and fuel economy (reduced pumping loss), and a reduction in hydrocarbon emissions
• Roller Timing Chain
• Helps increase the reliability of the Gamma 1.6-liter engine.
• Electronic Throttle Control
• This system accurately controls air intake and engine torque, improving drivability, response and fuel economy.
• Innovative Anti-Friction Coatings
• A Diamond Like Coating (DLC) was added to the tappets to help reduce friction in the valve train.

Working together, the complete range of engine technologies produce an engine that offers:

• Best-in-class specific output at 86 horsepower per liter
• Excellent fuel economy
• Low emissions with ULEV certification
• High reliability backed by a 10-year / 100,000-mile powertrain warranty

Several other systems have been improved over the outgoing model, each contributing to increased fuel efficiency. The 2012 Accent can be equipped with a six-speed manual or automatic transaxle with SHIFTRONIC manual control, delivering smooth and efficient power delivery. Low-rolling resistance silica tires and a slippery shape (0.30 cd) reduce friction with the road and the air. This aerodynamic shape also includes a kicked up trunk edge, wheel arches which shield the tires and an optimized engine undercover. Finally, the ActiveECO function modifies engine and transmission control to smooth out throttle response. By turning on the ActiveECO function, drivers can realize up to a seven percent increase in real-world fuel economy.

Despite the additional content, safety features and technology packed into the all-new Accent, Hyundai has avoided the typically associated penalty of increased weight. A low curb weight corresponds to an improvement not only in fuel economy but all other dynamic areas. In fact, Accent offers the best power-to-weight ratio in its class by far, providing drivers with both low fuel consumption and responsive performance. Highlights which contribute to a low curb weight include the 1.6-liter Gamma GDI engine with aluminum block that is more powerful and 40 lbs lighter than the outgoing 1.6-liter Alpha engine, monotube shock absorbers, integrated parking brake and a super flat torque converter.

FLUIDIC SCULPTURE DESIGN

The 2012 Accent joins the Hyundai line-up sporting the company's increasingly popular "Fluidic Sculpture" design. The vehicle's exterior lines are intended to be futuristic, dynamic, and sleek. In a segment typically associated with staid designs, Accent stands out from the crowd. While the styling provides an attractive form, it's also functional, featuring a slippery 0.30 coefficient of drag for Accent sedan and .31 for Accent five-door. Hyundai's signature hexagonal front grille and detailed swept-back headlights give Accent a compact athletic face. Five-door SE models include a sporty roof-mounted spoiler and vertical taillights. For an assertive stance, 16-inch alloy wheels are available on GLS and standard on SE.

COLOR PALETTE

The 2012 Accent GLS is available with gray or beige two-tone interior. The five-door GS and SE trims are available with a gray interior or a monotone black interior. All Accents have cloth-like pillar trim made of fibrous tissue and volcanic rock for a premium look and feel.

The Accent features a bold exterior color palette with both light and dark colors including Century White, Ironman Silver, Cyclone Gray, Ultra Black, Boston Red, Mocha Bronze, Marathon Blue, Clearwater Blue and Electrolyte Green.

FEATURES AND AMENITIES WORTHY OF MORE EXPENSIVE CARS

• Four-Door GLS
• Key Standard Equipment:
• 1.6-liter GDI DOHC I4 engine with Dual CVVT
• Engine cover
• Hood insulator
• Active Eco (A/T only)
• Trip Computer
• Six-speed manual transmission
• Available Six-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC and Hillstart Assist Control
• Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS)
• 14-inch steel wheels with full wheel covers
• 175/70R14 low rolling resistance tires & TPMS
• Front, side and head curtain airbags
• Vehicle Stability Management, ESC with TCS
• ABS, EBD, and brake assist with four-wheel disc brakes
• Front seatbelt pretensioner
• Active front head restraints
• Adjustable head restraints for all seating positions
• Tachometer
• Cabin air filter
• Power door locks
• Four speakers
• Tilt steering wheel
• Driver seat armrest
• Front door map pockets
• Front passenger seatback pocket
• 60/40 split folding rear seatback
• Dual vanity mirrors
• Map, dome and cargo lights
• Six-way adjustable driver seat including height adjustment
• Front two-speed intermittent wiper
• Tinted glass
• Rear defroster with timer
• Roof-mounted antenna
• Comfort Package (M/T):
• Air Conditioning
• AM/FM/Satellite Radio/CD/MP3 audio system with tweeters, iPod®/USB auxiliary input jacks
• Power windows & mirrors
• Cloth door inserts
• Four-Door GLS Standard Equipment (A/T):
• Six-speed automatic transmission
• Air Conditioning
• AM/FM/Satellite Radio/CD/MP3 audio system with tweeters, iPod®/USB auxiliary input jacks
• Power windows & mirrors
• Cloth door inserts
• Premium Package:
• Requires GLS A/T
• Remote keyless entry with panic
• Steering wheel mounted audio controls
• Cruise control
• Bluetooth® hands-free phone system
• Premium cloth seats
• Chrome inside door handle
• Piano black accents
• Sunglasses holder
• Sliding armrest storage box
• Front fog lights
• 16-inch alloy wheels with 195/50R16 tires
• Bodycolor door handles
• Five-Door GS
• Key Standard Equipment:
• 1.6-liter GDI DOHC I4 engine with Dual CVVT
• Engine cover
• Hood insulator
• Active Eco (A/T only)
• Trip computer
• Six-speed manual or automatic transmission
• Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS)
• 14-inch steel wheels with full wheel covers
• 175/70R14 low rolling resistance tires & TPMS
• Front, side and head curtain airbags
• Vehicle Stability Management, ESC with TCS
• ABS, EBD, and brake assist with four-wheel disc brakes
• Front seatbelt pretensioner
• Active front head restraints
• Adjustable head restraints for all seating positions
• Tachometer
• Air conditioning
• AM/FM/Satellite Radio/CD/MP3 audio system with 6 speakers, iPod®/USB auxiliary input jacks, and roof antenna
• Driver seat armrest
• Power windows, mirrors & door locks with remote keyless entry with panic
• Cloth door insert
• Tilt steering wheel
• Front door map pockets
• Front passenger seatback pocket
• 60/40 split folding rear seatback
• Dual vanity mirrors
• Map, dome and cargo lights
• Six-way adjustable driver seat including height adjustment
• Front two-speed intermittent wiper
• Tinted glass
• Body color mirrors and door handles
• Rear defroster with timer
• Roof-mounted antenna
• Rear wiper
• Five-Door GLS Standard Equipment (A/T):
• Six-speed automatic transmission
• Cruise Control
• Five-Door SE
• GS Standard Equipment Plus:
• Cruise Control
• Steering wheel mounted audio controls
• Bluetooth® hands-free phone system
• Leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
• Premium cloth seats
• Chrome inside door handle
• Piano black accents
• Sliding armrest storage box
• 16-inch alloy wheels with 195/50R16 tires
• Front fog lights
• Rear spoiler

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For the last couple of months Nissan is already in the news for its new global sedan Nissan Sunny and very recently the same car has been unveiled at the 2011 New York Auto Show. Interesting part is that the Sunny showcased at the New York Auto Show has been named as Nissan Versa.

Clearing the clouds of confusions, only the car's name has been changed and the rest remains the same. It's the same sunny based on Nissan V-Platform that is expected to be launched in our market in the next couple of months.

The car will be available in Versa Sedan 1.6 S (offered in 5MT and CVT versions), Versa Sedan 1.6 SV (CVT only) and Versa Sedan 1.6 SL (CVT only) variants and will go on sale during summer 2011 in the US market.

In the Indian market this new car will compete against Ford Fiesta, Toyota Etios, Hyundai Verna and others in the same segment and hopefully inject cut throat competition into the market.

Official Press Release

2012 NISSAN VERSA SEDAN – THE "BIG SMALL CAR" BRINGS INNOVATION WITHIN REACH

Small on the outside, big on the inside. Smart technology with next-generation efficiency. A $10,990 starting M.S.R.P. and low cost of ownership. New dual injector system and sub-planetary CVT design. Expected combined city/highway fuel economy of 33 miles per gallon. New global "V" (for Versatile) platform. Sophisticated styling, high quality interior.

Small When You Need It, Big Where You Want It

Knowing that entry-level vehicles are used as "workhorses" – for commuting on weekdays, errand running on weekends and transporting family and friends all week long – the designers of the new Versa Sedan sought to combine five-passenger practicality with a high degree of comfort and refinement. It also offers an unexpected level of available entertainment and connectivity features, such as Bluetooth, navigation system with 5-inch touch-screen display, Satellite Radio and an iPod®/USB interface.

Other available interior features include trip computer, power windows with driver's one-touch down, speed-sensing auto door locks, remote trunk release lever and steering wheel-mounted audio controls. Two interior colors are available, Sandstone and Charcoal.

The Versa Sedan's new exterior design is also a departure from most current compact sedans, offering a fresh, refreshing design character that is both sophisticated and highly aerodynamic.

To achieve the new Versa Sedan's upscale look, the designers gave the exterior shape a strong sense of volume, with a wide shoulder width and a smooth silhouette. In front, Versa Sedan features Nissan's new signature sedan grille design and jewel-like headlights.

The front end blends smoothly into the cabin, which offers flowing curves, while design elements such as the shape of the trunklid help give the new Versa Sedan excellent aerodynamics, including a low coefficient of drag of just 0.31.

The 2012 Versa Sedan is offered in eight exterior colors, including Metallic Blue, Blue Onyx, Super Black, Brilliant Silver, Magnetic Gray, Red Brick, Fresh Powder and Titanium – which has previously been reserved for the Nissan GT-R among Nissan models.

Next-Generation Efficiency and an All-New V Platform

The 2012 Nissan Versa Sedan's all-new front-wheel drive global "V" platform, designated "V" for Versatile, utilizes nearly 20 percent fewer platform components and weighs around 150 pounds less than the previous "B" platform. While retaining the same 102.4-inch wheelbase and 66.7-inch width as the previous generation Versa Sedan, the new model is 1.2 inches lower in height (59.6 inches) and 0.6 inches shorter in overall length (175.4 inches). The biggest dimensional gain, however, is in the visible gain in trunk length – provided by a more compact engine/transmission design that allows for a 2.7-inch increase in rear overhang (the distance from the center of the rear tire to the rear bumper).

The second-generation 1.6-liter HR16DE 4-cylinder engine includes a range of cutting-edge technologies, making it one of the most advanced powerplants in class. For example, while the average engine uses only one injector per cylinder to inject fuel, the new Versa Sedan engine is equipped with two streamlined injectors mounted near the inlet valve for each cylinder. This dual injector system allows a wider injection of fuel, with the smaller nozzles delivering a finer spray (approximately 57 percent finer than the previous generation single injector design's particle size) to help achieve stable combustion.

The new compact, lighter weight engine also utilizes a twin Continuously Variable Timing Control (CVTC) system mounted on both intake and exhaust ports (versus conventional CVTC systems which are mounted only on the intake port), similar to the system used on the flagship Nissan Maxima. Other enhancements include the addition of a piston oiling jet, tuning of the piston top shape and expansion of the exhaust manifold diameter.

The new 1.6-liter engine is rated at 109 horsepower @ 6,000 rpm and 107 lb-ft of torque @ 4,400 rpm.

The Nissan Versa Sedan is available with a 5-speed manual transmission (1.6 S model only) and with a next-generation Xtronic CVTTM transmission. The CVT allows continuous change of the transmission gear ratio by connecting the two pulleys with a metallic belt and changing their diameter by using hydraulic pressure. The new CVT design adds an auxiliary gearbox using planetary gearing, helping improve efficiency.

The CVT also features a transmission ratio of 7.3:1, which is broader than those of conventional CVTs and even typical 7-speed automatic transmissions. Friction is reduced by about 30 percent, weight by about 13 percent and overall size by about 10 percent versus the previous Versa Sedan CVT design.

Versa also offers low rolling resistance P185/65R15 all-season tires with available 15-inch aluminum-alloy wheels.

Fuel economy for the 2012 Versa Sedan is estimated at 30 mpg City, 37 mpg Highway and 33 mpg Combined with the CVT transmission (27/36/30 mpg with the 5-speed manual transmission) (preliminary estimates).

All 2012 Nissan Versa Sedans are equipped with an independent MacPherson strut front suspension and torsion beam rear suspension, with front and rear stabilizer bars. Other standard equipment includes Electric Power Steering and power-assisted front disc/rear drum brakes. An Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA) is also standard on all Versa Sedan models.

Standard safety features found on every 2012 Versa Sedan include the Nissan Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) (includes dual-stage front supplemental air bags and front seat side-impact supplemental air bags for chest protection), seat-mounted driver and front passenger side-impact supplemental air bags, and roof-mounted curtain side-impact air bags for front and rear outboard occupant head protection.

Additional safety features include standard LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system, child safety rear door locks, child seat upper tether anchors and Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) and Traction Control System (TCS).

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