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DC Avanti | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | DC Design, India |
Production | 2012–2020 |
Assembly | Pune, India |
Designer | Dilip Chhabria |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Sports car |
Body style | 2-door coupé |
Layout | Mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive |
Powertrain | |
Engine | Renault 2.0 L Engine |
Transmission | 6-speed manual |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm (110 in) |
Length | 4,623 mm (182.0 in) |
Width | 1,967 mm (77.4 in) |
Height | 1,213 mm (47.8 in) |
Curb weight | 1,562 kg (3,444 lb) |
The DC Avanti is a coupe styled sports car produced by DC Design, an Indian design firm originally headed by Dilip Chhabria. Its name was based on the Studebaker Avanti. It was unveiled at the 2012 Auto Expo in New Delhi. [1] The Avanti is powered by [2] 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine producing 250 bhp with a six-speed manual transmission. [3] A limited edition model launched in 2015 comes with 310 bhp output and paddle shifters. [4]
The car's frame is made of composite high steel and the body consists of carbon composite, to create a strong, yet lightweight vehicle.
The interior was designed primarily with leather which is used primarily on the doors, dashboard and seats. The instrument cluster, steering wheel, and AC are all included in basic units. [5]
The car is available in red, white, silver, blue, orange, grey or yellow, with black stripes.[ clarification needed ]
The headlamps are bi-xenon units with LED DRLS shaped like eyebrows. [6] Foils are added at the back to boost air intake to complement a single air vent located on top. The vehicle also has a long low bonnet that dips in the middle to emphasize the DC Design logo. [5]
The car has all-wheel disc brakes and 20" alloy wheels.
It is powered by a 2-litre, 4-cylinder, turbocharged, petrol EURO-4 compliant engine, sourced from Renault. This is mated to a six-speed, dual clutch transmission, and drives the rear wheels.
The Avanti has been on sale since 2015. [7] [8] According to official figures, as of December 29, 2020, 127 DC Avanti cars were sold in India and abroad. [9]
The Avanti uses a Renault 2 Litre Petrol Turbo Engine.
Capacity | 1,998 cc (122 cu in) |
Max. power | 254 PS (187 kW; 251 bhp) @ 5,500 rpm |
Max. speed | 200 km/h (120 mph) @ 5,500 rpm |
Item | Specification |
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-Body work | Steel with carbon composite |
Engine configuration | Turbo Charged I4 |
Valve Train | DOHC 16V |
Fuel Delivery | Direct Injection |
Power output | 250 bhp: Manual Transmission |
Turning Radius (wheel base) | 6 metres |
Seating capacity | 2 |
No. of Doors | 2 |
Length | 4550mm |
Width | 1965mm |
Height | 1200mm |
Ground Clearance | 170mm |
Wheel base | 2700mm |
Air Conditioner | Yes |
Power steering | Yes |
Rear A/C Vents | No |
Navigation system | Optional |
Adjustable Seats | Yes |
CD Player | Yes |
CD changer | No |
FM/AM Radio | Yes |
Anti-lock braking system | Yes |
Parking sensors | Yes |
Mileage | 8 to 10 Kmpl [10] |
Central Locking | Yes [11] |
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