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]

DC Avanti
Overview
ManufacturerDC Design, India
Production2012–2020
AssemblyPune, India
DesignerDilip Chhabria
Body and chassis
ClassSports car
Body style2-door coupé
LayoutMid-engine, rear-wheel-drive
Powertrain
EngineRenault 2.0 L Engine
Transmission6-speed manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,700 mm (110 in)
Length4,623 mm (182.0 in)
Width1,967 mm (77.4 in)
Height1,213 mm (47.8 in)
Curb weight1,562 kg (3,444 lb)

Design

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The car's frame is made of composite high steel and the body consists of carbon composite, to create a strong, yet lightweight vehicle.

Interior

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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]

Exterior

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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.

Engine and gearbox

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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.

Sales

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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]

Specifications

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Engine

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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
Specifications
Item Specification
-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]

References

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  1. ^ "DC Avanti".[dead link]
  2. ^ Ciprian Florea (2015-04-02). "2016 DC Design Avanti". Top Speed. Retrieved 2 September 2024.
  3. ^ "Remanufactured Transmissions".
  4. ^ "310bhp Limited Edition DC Avanti Revealed". Carwale. 2015-12-11. Retrieved 11 December 2015.
  5. ^ a b "DC Avanti". Carwale. Retrieved 12 April 2015.
  6. ^ "Features". dc avanti. Retrieved 26 April 2016.
  7. ^ "DC - About Avanti". dcavanti.in.
  8. ^ "DC Avanti Sales Figures: Units Sold in - DriveSpark". drivespark.com.
  9. ^ "DC Avanti car scam: Here's why Mumbai Police has arrested famous car designer Dilip Chhabria". India Today. 29 December 2020. Retrieved 2022-10-10.
  10. ^ "Specifications of DC Avanti". Car Dekho.
  11. ^ "DC Avanti Specification, Features, Mileage and Pictures – Detail". Retrieved 20 April 2015.