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NEW DELHI — As India revs up its burgeoning car market, Tata has unveiled the Magic Iris at the 2010 New Delhi Auto Show, The Tata Magic Iris seats five, including the driver, and is meant to compete with three-wheeled vehicles.


The Magic Iris uses a 611-cc water-cooled diesel engine capable of launching the car to a massive top speed of 55 km/h.  The 11.2-horsepower engine provides better acceleration than most of the country's trikes, and requires less overall maintenance.


The Magic Iris, which is expected to go on sale in India later this year, is powered by a 0.6-liter water-cooled diesel engine producing 11.3-horsepower that allows the vehicle reach speeds of up to 55km/h or 34mph.


Tata's official statement on the Magic Iris did not mention pricing, but observers here expect it to come in at under $2,000. The Indian automaker said the Magic Iris will be launched later this year, "offering safer and more comfortable mobility for those who depend on three-wheelers."


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