Next-gen Chevrolet Beat India launch in early-2017

22/06/2016 - 08:58 Chevrolet Beat, Chevrolet Aravind Jayachandran

Heavily re-worked version of the current model.

Overdrive reports that the next generation Chevrolet Beat will launch in early-2017. This contradicts reports of its launch taking place later this year.

India-spec Next-gen Chevrolet Beat revealed — The new Beat will be one of Chevrolet's most important products for its planned resurgence next year.

The exterior draws styling cues from the international Chevrolet Spark, featuring a new 2-part grille flanked by large headlamps, plenty of chrome details, and round foglamps on either side of the lower bumper. The rear-end could get redesigned taillamps with LED inserts and repositioned number plate area.

Inside, there is a dual-tone dashboard housing a 7-inch MyLink infotainment system and a revised bike-inspired instrument cluster. Improvements to the build quality as well as materials are expected in the new Beat.

Chevrolet Beat Essentia compact sedan rendered in grey — The new Beat will spawn two new products: Beat Essentia and Beat Activ.

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The next gen Beat will continue to ride on the current Beat's platform. Engine lineup is reported to comprise of 1.0L, three-cylinder diesel and petrol engines. The latter is the downsized version of the 1.4L four-cylinder Ecotech motor from the Spark.

[Source: Overdrive]