Top game changers from the auto world of 2016

The year 2016 saw several highs for the auto industry even though it may have ended slightly stuttering due to demonetisation.
With Auto Expo kicking off the year with several launches, companies attempted to woo Indian buyers and auto enthusiasts with fresh offerings in almost every segment.
Here’s a list of some of the headline-grabbers.

Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza – Starts – Rs 7.40 lakh

1.3-litre DDiS200 diesel engine
Claimed mileage of 24.3 kmpl

Compact SUV segment, undercutting price point of Creta and Duster

Loaded with features including Apple CarPlay and infotainment system

Tata Tiago – Starts – Rs 3.20 lakh

Diesel engine: 1.05-litre, 70PS of peak power, 140Nm peak torque

Petrol engine: 1.2-litre, 85PS of peak power, 114Nm peak torque

Fresh design, good interiors

AMT version coming soon

Ford Mustang – Rs 65 lakh (introductory)

5.0-litre, Ti-VCT V8 engine

401PS of power and 515Nm of torque

Four selectable drive modes

Touchscreen infotainment system

Toyota Innova Crysta – Starts – Rs 13.94 lakh

Diesel engine - 2.4-litre and 2.8-litre

Petrol engine – 2.7 litre Dual VVT-i petrol motor

Redesigned exteriors, additional features inside – including TFT screen and lounge lighting

New Ford Endeavour – Starts – Rs 24.52 lakh

Engine options: Five-cylinder 3.2-litre (200PS/470Nm) and four-cylinder 2.2-litre (160PS/385Nm)

3.2-litre engine only with six-speed automatic, 2.2 litre has both transmissions

Fitted with Ford’s latest infotainment system

Terrain modes equip Endeavour with superb off-roading abilities