Contessa Classic 1.8GLX

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Presenting a car that's designed to make the hours you spend in it fly by like minutes.  Easily one of the most powerful, most spacious, safest and sturdiest cars.  And the one that keeps you comfortable, while taking on Indian roads with ease.  So whenever you drive, you're always in the lap of luxury. 

The Contessa Classic 1.8 GLX.  It's time you put the roads at your command. 

1800 CC POWER 

  • The 1817 cc , 75 HP fuel-efficient, ISUZU engine gives you a powerful drive.  Even after the addition of the power steering and airconditioiner. 
  • The engine delivers a high torque of 13.26 Kgm, for a phenomenal pick-up, smoother and safer overtaking. 
  • Five synchromeshed gears, including an overdrive, let you cruise effortlessly even at 140 kmph. 

POWER STEERING 

  • Reduces steering effort by 1/3 rd, and allows you to maneuver the Contessa with ease. 
  • Hugs the road better, minimizes shocks and bumps to the steering, to give you better control overall. 
  • Provides better control and safety in the event of a tyre burst. 
  • Ergonomically designed. 

POWERFUL AIR-CONDITIONING 

  • A factory fitted airconditioner chills the interiors, even with summer peaks. 

PU MOLDED SEATS 

  • Firmer seats for greater comfort, and improved thigh and lumbar support. 
  • Positioned to give you the best view of the road ahead. 
  • Central armrest on rear seat to keep you at ease. 

INDEPENDENT SUSPENSION 

  • An improved double wishbone suspension smoothens every road, to give you a perfect drive. 

SIDE IMPACT PROTECTION SYSTEM 

  • A side impact protection system reinforces the already strong body of steel.  So you can rest easy inside. 
  • Twin-walled fenders and extra wide front and rear bumpers keep you safe at all times. 

LARGE CRUMPLE ZONE 

  • A large crumple zone makes the Contessa safer. 

LAMINATED WINDSHIELD 

  • A special shatter-resistant laminated windshield for added protection 

TWIN HEAD LAMPS 

  • Brighter lighting makes night driving safer and easier. 

2 YEAR WARRANTY 

  • Only Indian car to offer a 2 year unlimited mileage warranty on driveline. 

FINE INTERIORS 

  • Non-slip upholstery, plush carpeting and colour coordinated interiors make it the perfect place to relax. 

IMPROVED TRUNK COMPARTMENT 

  • Large, neater trunk compartment that matches international standards. 

COLOURS 

  • Chose from a range of colours - Crystal White, MB Ivory, Sherry Red and Black  
SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE
Type  OHC
No. of Cylinders 4
Capacity 1817 cc
Bore  84 mm
Stroke 82 mm
Compression Ratio 8.5
Max. Power 75 HP at 5000 rpm
Torque 13.8 kgm at 3000 rpm
Cooling Water cooled
TRANSMISSION
Clutch Type Diaphragm
Diameter 215 mm
Gear box no. of speeds 5
Ratios 1st 1) 3.736
2nd 2) 1.963
3rd 3) 1.364
4th 4) 1.000
5th 5) 0.775
Reverse 3.402
Synchromesh on All forward gears
Final Drive Ratio 3.417
Drive Rear
SUSPENSION
Front Type Independent front suspension with coil springs-wishbones and anti-roll bar
Shock Absorbers 2
Rear Type 5-link Rear Suspension Coil Springs, Anti-Roll Bar and Panhard Rod
Shock Absorbers 2
STEERING
Type Power Assisted Rack and Pinion
Ratio 14.73 : 1
BRAKE
Type Servo assisted dual circuit hydraulic
Front Disc
Rear Drum
Hand brake Rear
WHEELS
Type Disc
Size 5JX13
Tyre size 175 SR 13
FUEL
Capacity 65 Litres
BATTERY
Capacity 60 Amp-hr
Volts  12 V
Alternator 12 V, 45 Amps.
BODY
Type Unitized
No. of doors 4
Length 4591 mm
Width 1699 mm
Height 1432 mm
Wheel base 2667 mm
Kerb Weight 1200kg
Gross vehicle weight 1650 kg
Effective Head Room
Front
Rear
958 mm
953 mm
Shoulder room
Front
Rear
1408 mm
1402 mm
Rear Overhang 1092 mm
Front Overhang 832 mm
Ground Clearance(laden) 148 mm
Boot capacity 600 Lts.

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