RIGEL TINTO MK2 1.3

RIGEL IN MERCOSUR

Finally in 1998 the European brand Rigel will begin to sell its models in certain countries in South America, the so-called Latin American countries. The agreement called Mercosur, which refers to the counterpart of the European Union in the countries of South America, will be very beneficial since Rigel vehicles will begin to be sold in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile and more than five countries associated with Mercosur. like Peru, Colombia or Uruguay.

For the moment, the models called “Mercosur” will be reinforced in their chassis and will have a component of practicality and savings to be able to reach the pocket of the majority of citizens. A special emphasis has been placed on the supervision of suspensions and tires, since Latin American roads are not as well prepared as those found in the United States or Europe. Vehicles must adapt to their new destinations.

The Tinto family will be the first to be sold in Latin American countries, two different options can be found, the first the traditional five-door hashback and the second the new sedan that will be available in mid-1998. From the outset they will use a new engine three cylinders and 60 horsepower that is designed to give the highest reliability and the lowest cost of maintenance and manufacturing.