BADA DOST New Variants: All You Need to Know

The new variants cover 1250 kg and 1425 kg payload segments

Strengthening its product portfolio in the small commercial vehicle segment to cover a wide range of applications and payloads, Ashok Leyland today introduced two new variants of the popular LCV BADA DOST. Besides the two new variants, a limited edition variant of the BADA DOST also launched with industry-first features.

The BADA DOST i1 and i2 offer a payload of 1250kg and 1425 kg respectively. Both the trucks get the widest cargo deck of 1750mm width and the longest deck of 2596 mm (8.5 ft) for i1 & 2745 mm (9 ft) for i2, which is the highest in the category.

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Ashok Leyland promises the same higher power, superior mileage, greater payload, load body length, and loading space, the vehicles help customers earn more profit per trip. BADA DOST i1 and i2 are intelligently designed to have a low turning radius for better suitability for inter and intra-city applications and ease of adaptability to different terrains. 

Here are the top Features of the BADA DOST i1 and i2

• Payload of 1250 kg on i1 & 1425 kg on i2
• Widest deck width in the category – 1750 mm
• Longest deck length in its category – 2596 mm (8.5 ft) for i1 & 2745 mm (9 ft) for i2
• ARAI-certified D+2 seating configuration
• Widest cabin in the category – offering superior comfort for the driver
• Lowest turning radius in its category – 10.6m on i1 & 11.3 m on i2
• Warranty of 3 years/1 lakh km

Comfortable Cabin

These two new products also feature an ARAI-certified 3-seater walkthrough cabin offering superior comfort and space. It comes with the widest cabin in this segment – making it very spacious and roomy. The wide seat design can be converted into a bed that the customer can use to rest comfortably in between trips. The ergonomically positioned dash-mounted gear shift lever, dual tone dashboard and digital instrument cluster enhance the aesthetics and offer a premium car-like experience to the customer. The vehicle is equipped with AC, which will allow customers to drive additional distances without getting tired even during peak summers.

Limited Edition 

Ashok Leyland has also introduced BADA DOST Limited Edition, which will be the first commercial vehicle to provide a central locking feature, keyless entry into the vehicle along with an anti-theft feature – offerings that are generally seen in passenger vehicles. The focus is to provide features to maximize comfort for drivers and enhance the customer experience.

This variant gets segment first central locking feature - keyless entry into the vehicle, with an anti-theft feature. A 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with mobile connectivity and Bluetooth calling feature. Making every drive a pleasurable and easy one and a reverse camera for better parking assistance.

Extensive Network

Ashok Leyland today has 1700 exclusive outlets to an authorized service center at every 75 km on major highways. An additional 53,000 touch points for aftermarket support along with digital tools of Leykart, ALCare & iALERT enables it to keep its Ashok Leyland Quick Response promise of reaching customers within 4 hours and getting them back on the road in 48 hours.

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