Piaggio Ape Auto DX LPG: Best Mileage & Key Features RevealedPiaggio Ape Auto DX LPG: Best Mileage & Key Features Revealed

17 Mar 2023

Piaggio Ape Auto DX LPG: Best Mileage & Key Features Revealed

Here are the latest details of the highly appreciated and performance-focused Piaggio Ape Auto DX LPG three-wheeler in India. Read on Folks: 

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Here are the latest details of the highly appreciated and performance-focused Piaggio Ape Auto DX LPG three-wheeler in India. Read on Folks: 

  • - The Ape Auto DX LPG comes powered by a highly efficient and decently powered LPG-based powertrain.
  • - The Ape Auto DX LPG rickshaw comes out of the factory with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) rated 753 kgs.
  • The vehicle has a wheelbase rated 1920 mm and a Minimum Ground Clearance of 200 mm.

According to recent reports on the three-wheeler market, the passenger three-wheeler segment sales performance shows a positive trend in the Indian market. It is believed that in the coming few months, the segment is expected to boom significantly and project an upward sales trajectory. Therefore, automakers are all set to meet the growing demand for their vehicles. 

Why is there a significant demand for three-wheelers in the country? Well, data reveals growth in the passenger three-wheeled vehicle sector and a rebound in the three-wheeler market due to developments in powertrain technology integrated into vehicles and features built into them for higher profitability and comfort. 

In simple, the vehicular performance and passenger comfort-oriented features have resulted in better utilisation of three-wheelers by customers of logistics as well as independent owners/ operators spread across the length and breadth of India. It has assisted owners, operators and logistics at large by driving in higher profit outcomes through higher customer utilisation rates as well. 

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Nonetheless, some of the brands that are expected to see this significant boom in sales of their three-wheelers are believed to be Bajaj Auto Limited, Mahindra & Mahindra and Piaggio among others. However, among these brands, Piaggio could possibly see better sales charts due to the wide range of three-wheelers in its portfolio, especially in its Ape range. 

Speaking of the Ape range, their Piaggio Ape Auto DX LPG three-wheeler has taken the market by storm and has become the favourite of logistics, owners and operators in the country. Nevertheless, you guys would love these new details of this three-wheeler in India, So, here are the latest details of the Piaggio Ape Auto DX LPG three-wheeler in India. Read on Folks: 

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1. Piaggio Ape Auto DX LPG Engine: 

The Ape Auto DX LPG comes powered by a highly efficient and decently powered LPG based powertrain. It comes equipped with a 230 cc, Forced Air Cooled Engine which has the capacity to churn out 7.5 kW (10.06 hp) at around 4700 rpm and 18.7 Nm of peak torque at exactly 2300 rpm. 

This highly efficient LPG engine is mated to a slick Constant Mesh 4-Speed Manual Transmission for better driveability and refinement. Further, the engine and gearbox are linked to each other by a Multi Disc Wet Type clutch setup. 

2. Brakes and Suspension: 

The auto-rickshaw comes equipped with a highly performance-oriented Hydraulically Actuated Internal Expanding Shoe Type drum brake system for efficient braking performance, maximum stoppage ability and lower maintenance. 

In terms of suspension duties, it is taken care of by a Hydraulic Telescopic Shock Absorber with Helical Compression Spring and dampener in the front end while the rear houses Hydraulic Telescopic Shock Absorber With Rubber Compression Spring and dampener for better ride quality and stability. 

3. Weight and Dimensions: 

The Ape Auto DX LPG rickshaw comes out of the factory with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) rated 753 kgs, a wheelbase of 1920 mm, a Minimum Ground Clearance of 200 mm, a Maximum Gradeability of 26.20 per cent, an LPG fuel tank capacity of 20.6 Litres and a seating capacity of Driver + 3. 

4. Piaggio Ape Auto DX LPG Price: 

As for pricing, the Ape Auto DX LPG from Piaggio rolls off the showroom floor carrying a price tag of Rs. 3.53 Lakh (the price indicated is ex-showroom and is subject to change).

Thus, these are the latest details of the highly appreciated and performance-focused Piaggio Ape Auto DX LPG three-wheeler in India.

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