Complete Details Of Refined Piaggio Ape Auto DX In IndiaComplete Details Of Refined Piaggio Ape Auto DX In India

13 Feb 2023

Complete Details Of Refined Piaggio Ape Auto DX In India

Here are the latest and complete details of the refined Piaggio Ape Auto DX in India which offers the best passenger comfort. Read on Guys: 

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Here are the latest and complete details of the refined Piaggio Ape Auto DX in India which offers the best passenger comfort. Read on Guys: 

  • - The Ape Auto DX from Piaggio comes equipped with a powerful yet efficient BS6-compliant diesel powertrain.
  • - The Ape Auto DX comes equipped with a heavy-duty Hydraulically Actuated Braking System.
  • - The Ape Auto DX rolls out of the factory line with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) rated 780 Kgs.

The commercial-grade three-wheeler market is witnessing a sudden surge in demand due to the growth of three-wheeler transport logistics and their requirement for a newer fleet of vehicles for efficient fleet operations. After all, without the presence of a sufficient performance-oriented, newer fleet of three-wheelers, logistics would see a major downfall due to higher downtime. 

Thankfully, commercial three-wheeler manufacturers in India are offering a product portfolio with a wide range of new models that are advanced and performance-oriented for enhancing fleet operations significantly. Moreover, they are also offering passenger transportation focused three-wheelers which is necessary to offer a comfortable travel experience. 

Speaking of the passenger-focused three-wheelers, Piaggio seems to be a leading brand quite popular for its advanced 3-wheeled models that can be used for continuous operations without worries of downtime which could drive away profitability. Their Ape Auto DX, in particular, is a three-wheeled rickshaw which resonates with the aforementioned characteristics. 

Interestingly, this flagship product of Piaggio, the Ape Auto DX, is deemed a performance and comfort-focused three-wheeler in India. Why? Well, the vehicle comes powered by a powerful yet efficient BS6-compliant engine which is refined. Besides, the vehicle also comes with other aspects that might catch your attention. 

Want to know what they are? Well, here are the latest and complete details of the Piaggio Ape Auto DX in India. Read on Folks: 

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Details Of Piaggio Ape Auto DX in India
  1. Engine and Gearbox: 

The Ape Auto DX from Piaggio comes equipped with a powerful yet efficient BS6-compliant diesel powertrain. The three-wheeler is powered by a Single Cylinder, Naturally Aspirated, Water Cooled, Direct Injection, Electronic Fuel Injection Engine which has the ability to churn out 9.39 hp of power at 3600 rpm and 23.5 Nm of max. torque at around 2200 rpm. 

The engine of this three-wheeler is linked to a Constant Mesh Transmission. Further, the engine and gearbox are connected to each other by a Multi Disc Wet Type clutch setup for better driveability. 

  1. Brakes and Suspension: 

The Ape Auto DX comes equipped with a heavy-duty Hydraulically Actuated Internal Expanding Shoe Type drum brake system for maximum braking performance and lower brake component wear. 

In terms of suspension, the auto comes fitted with a Hydraulic Telescopic Shock Absorber with Helical Compression Spring and dampener in the front end for stability while the rear houses Hydraulic Telescopic Shock Absorber with Rubber Compression Spring and dampener for better ride comfort. 

Also Read: Latest Details Of Advanced Piaggio Ape City Plus Diesel

  1. Weight and Dimensions: 

The Ape Auto DX rolls out of the factory line with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) rated 780 Kgs, a wheelbase of 1920 mm, a Minimum Ground Clearance of 245 mm, a fuel tank capacity of 10.5 Litres, a maximum gradeability of 22.20 per cent and a seating capacity of Driver + 3. 

  1. Pricing: 

The Ape Auto DX from Piaggio comes off the showroom floor carrying a price tag ranging from Rs. 3.52 Lakh - Rs. 3.54 Lakh (the prices indicated are ex-showroom and are subject to change).

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Thus, these are the latest and complete details of the refined Piaggio Ape Auto DX in India. 

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