Ashok Leyland Stile LS 8 Seater (Diesel) Updates

Sunday, 31 May 2015 10:10 AM The Ashok Leyland Stile LS 8 Seater (Diesel) was produced until May 2015, when Ashok Leyland shut down its production due to low demand. This decision marked the end of a vehicle that was primarily targeted at the fleet market, including hotel chains and courier companies. I think the lack of demand was partly due to its utilitarian design and limited features.

Friday, 15 November 2013 03:56 PM The Stile LS 8 Seater was praised for its easy driving experience, with a light and direct steering, a comfortable ride, and a wide turning circle. However, it lacked advanced safety features like ABS, EBD, and airbags, which might have been a deterrent for some buyers.

Tuesday, 16 July 2013 05:42 PM In July 2013, the Ashok Leyland Stile LS 8 Seater (Diesel) was launched in India, priced at Rs. 8.49 lakh (ex-showroom Mumbai). The vehicle was a rebadged version of the Nissan Evalia, with a detuned 1.5-liter K9K diesel engine producing 75 bhp and 185 Nm of torque. It was available in various seating configurations, including 7 and 8 seater options.

Tuesday, 16 July 2013 04:17 PM The Stile LS 8 Seater featured a new front fascia to differentiate it from the Nissan Evalia, along with standard interior features such as black door handles, interior carpets, foldable second row seats, and air-conditioning. Higher spec versions included body-colored bumpers, dual tone interiors, and optional captain seats. I believe these features helped in making the Stile a bit more appealing to its target market.

Wednesday, 17 July 2013 12:14 AM Ashok Leyland targeted the Stile at commercial users, such as taxi operators and fleet owners, rather than individual car buyers. The vehicle was manufactured at the Renault-Nissan Alliance’s facility outside Chennai. This strategic targeting was aimed at leveraging the vehicles spacious and robust design.

Tuesday, 16 July 2013 01:13 PM The Stile LS 8 Seater had a claimed fuel efficiency of 19.5 kmpl, which was slightly better than the Nissan Evalia due to its lighter weight. The vehicle also came with a five-speed manual gearbox and a dash-mounted gearshifter. I think this made it quite practical for its intended use.

Tuesday, 16 July 2013 11:43 AM Despite its practicality, the Stile LS 8 Seater lacked several features compared to the Nissan Evalia, including a stereo unit, passenger side power window switch, central locking, keyless entry, and fog lamps. These omissions were likely to keep costs down and focus on the vehicles core functionality.

Tuesday, 16 July 2013 04:19 PM The Ashok Leyland Stile LS 8 Seater had a spacious interior with sliding windows and a dedicated AC blower for the second row. However, the third row seats were bolted to the floor, which affected the boot space. This design choice was likely to prioritize passenger comfort over cargo space.

Tuesday, 16 July 2013 07:45 AM The vehicles design was described as utilitarian but with some aesthetic touches, such as a satin finish logo and optional 15-inch alloy wheels. The interior, while not luxurious, was built to last and featured a glove box and fabric seat covers in higher variants. I think the balance between functionality and aesthetics was well managed.

Tuesday, 16 July 2013 03:43 PM Ashok Leyland had plans to introduce a CNG variant of the Stile, but it never materialized before the production was halted. This could have been a significant selling point, especially for commercial users looking for fuel efficiency.