Celebritys Apprentice: 2011 Chevrolet Beat Diesel details, features, specs and photos

The wait is over. Earlier yesterday, Chevrolet launched their all new Beat diesel hatchback powered by the world’s smallest diesel engine! Chevrolet launched Beat diesel in 4 variants, Beat diesel PS – Rs 4.29 lakhs, Beat diesel LS – Rs 4.59 lakhs, Beat diesel LT - Rs 4.99 lakhs and top of the line Beat diesel LT (ABS & Alloys) – Rs 5.45 lakhs.

The event was covered live by the RushLane team. If you missed to follow it live, you can click here and replay the live event, with minute by minute update, images and videos. Powered by the all new SMARTECH engine, Beat diesel delivers ARAI certified mileage of 24 kmpl.

Features of the 2011 Beat diesel include, Pro-Vario Assist Featherlite EPS for effortless maneuvering and optimum vehicle control, intelligent launch support system, advanced insta-torque boost for better overtaking, smart engine, clutch protection mode, gas charged suspension for bumpy Indian roads.

There is hardly any difference between Beat diesel, Beat petrol or Beat LPG variants. The only difference is the engine. Beat’s new 936cc, 3 cylinder diesel engine delivers 58.5 bhp @ 4000 rpm and 150 Nm torque @ 1750 rpm.

Mr P Balendran, Senior VP, GM India, at the launch event stated, “Offering a diesel engine developed for Indian consumers in our most popular model is a momentous achievement for GM India.” In order to minimize maintenance cost, Beat Diesel engine needs change of oil every 15,000 kms or 1.5 years. 2011 Beat diesel engine comes with a manufacturer’s warranty of 3 years or 100,000 kms.