Ashok Leyland Stile LS 7 Seater (Diesel) Updates

Wednesday, 27 May 2015 09:12 AM The Ashok Leyland Stile LS 7 Seater (Diesel) was officially discontinued in May 2015 due to low demand in the Indian market. Despite its spacious interior and robust engineering, the vehicle failed to gain significant traction among consumers. I think the lack of advanced safety features and a more luxurious interior played a significant role in its poor sales.

Friday, 15 November 2013 08:22 AM The Ashok Leyland Stile LS 7 Seater was based on the Nissan Evalia platform but with a detuned K9K diesel engine producing 75 bhp, compared to the Evalias 85 bhp. This detuning was aimed at improving fuel efficiency across various driving conditions. The engines performance was still commendable, especially in the mid-range.

Monday, 21 October 2013 12:08 AM The Stile LS 7 Seater featured a utilitarian design, with improvements over the Nissan Evalia, including a glove box and better interior plastics. However, the overall feel remained more functional than luxurious. The vehicle also had optional 15-inch alloy wheels and a rear spoiler, giving it a slightly youthful appearance.

Tuesday, 10 September 2013 11:58 PM Ashok Leyland had planned to introduce a compressed natural gas (CNG) variant of the Stile LS 7 Seater but ultimately only produced diesel engine models. This decision might have been influenced by the market demand and infrastructure for CNG at the time. I believe offering a CNG option could have expanded its appeal.

Sunday, 25 August 2013 04:30 PM The Stile LS 7 Seater was available in three variants: LE, LS, and LX. The main differences were in seating capacity and additional features like alloy wheels and fabric seat covers in the higher variants. The LS variant was particularly popular among those needing a balance between functionality and minor comforts.

Tuesday, 30 July 2013 10:57 AM The vehicles ride quality was praised for its composure over rough surfaces, thanks to its monocoque chassis and leaf springs at the rear. This made it a reliable choice for urban and inter-city travel, despite not being as smooth as some of its competitors.

Saturday, 20 July 2013 08:42 AM Ashok Leyland positioned the Stile LS 7 Seater as a robust and spacious MPV, ideal for commercial use such as hotel shuttles, taxis, and ambulances. Its pricing, starting around Rs. 9.5 lakh for the top-end LX variant, was seen as competitive but not enough to overcome its lack of features.

Tuesday, 16 July 2013 10:28 PM In 2013, Ashok Leyland launched the Stile LS 7 Seater, targeting taxi operators and commercial vehicle users. The vehicle was praised for its fuel efficiency, with an ARAI-certified mileage of 19.5 kilometers per liter. However, it lacked modern amenities like ABS, EBD, and airbags, which were seen as major drawbacks.

Tuesday, 16 July 2013 08:09 AM During its launch, Ashok Leyland highlighted the Stiles easy driving characteristics, including a light clutch pedal and direct steering, making it car-like to drive despite its commercial origins. This was a significant selling point for those who needed a vehicle that was both functional and easy to maneuver.

Thursday, 05 January 2012 07:04 AM The Ashok Leyland Stile LS 7 Seater was unveiled at the 2012 Auto Expo, generating interest due to its unique blend of commercial and passenger vehicle features. The prototype showcased at the expo had Ashok Leylands 1.5-liter engine, which was later replaced by the K9K engine.