In order to meet the increasing competition in India’s auto market and to accelerate the sales, Japanese auto giant Honda launched a new version of its premium hatchback Jazz in the country for Rs 5.50 lakh after slashing the price by over Rs 1.5 lakh from the existing model. The top-end model of the new Jazz is priced at Rs 6.06 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).

Honda Siel Cars India launched its maiden compact car Honda Jazz in the Indian market. Priced the 1.2-liter Honda Jazz is available between Rs 6.98 lakh and 7.33 lakh (US $15,511- 16,289). The Honda Jazz comes with a 2+2 years or 80,000 kms warranty and 4 years Roadside Assistance as standard value for all Jazz buyers.

Honda Siel Cars India (HSCI), leading manufacturer of premium cars in India, continued its upward movement in the first month of the new Financial Year 2009 – 10. The company registered sales of 3,656 units during the month of April’09, an impressive growth of 7.5% over 3,400 units sold during April 2008.