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Maruti Suzuki Jimny to cost under Rs 10 lakh 25
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Goliaths at arms mover, in comparison. The Vellfire’s

Sandeep is impressed with
Mahindra’s petrol engines.
There’s nothing like sibling rivalry
to get the best out of each other; and
I sense the fight between Hyundai
and Kia will be a very interesting
one. On paper, there is not much to
choose between the Seltos and the
all-new Creta, with both SUVs using
identical engines, gearboxes and other
mechanicals. Design and the service
experience will be the differentiators.
In the case of the former, I feel Kia
radical looks and aircraft-style
business-class seats will be a big
draw. It may not have the badge value
of a Mercedes – but does that really
matter for MPV buyers? It’s function
over everything else, including snob
value. My gut feel is that Toyota will
have enough demand for the Vellfire
to consider local production.
Naresh Mohan, via email

Thoroughbred mStallions
I had no idea Mahindra was so ahead of the curve with petrol-engine tech.
wins hands down, but Hyundai with
its more widespread and experienced
network may offer better peace of
More classics please
India is the next hot spot for vintage
and classic cars, and the market
Your analysis of the company’s new range of direct-injection turbo petrols mind. I look forward to more battles for them is booming thanks to so
was a big eye-opener. In fact, your story explains why my cousin’s XUV300 between these two Korean giants. many events. It is time you devoted
turbo-petrol is such a firecracker. I drove it from Nashik to Mumbai, and Abhed Sahey, via email a section in your magazine to old
loved every minute of it. The fact that Ford is using Mahindra engines in its beauties like we saw at the 21 Gun
cars is the best certificate of approval Mahindra can get. It’s great that the Branching out Salute. This section would find a lot
good work of an Indian company has been appreciated by a global giant. Mahindra’s move into petrol engines of reader interest and I am sure it
Sandeep Merchant, Mumbai is commendable, especially when you would increase the circulation of your
consider that it has no experience in magazine too, as you would find a
this field. What is also noteworthy new category of readers interested
Right market with the top CEOs were missing. In is how the company has moved only in old cars.
Great coverage of the Auto Expo as fact, I found your video coverage on forward with diesel technology too. Maneesh Pathak, Manesar
usual, and I’m glad it didn’t turn YouTube much more interesting – From the time of the Scorpio in the
out to be as much of a damp squib especially the interviews with the early 2000s Mahindra has made
as people feared. I know there were global honchos. It’s always good to some punchy diesels. In fact, the
many brands missing but this was hear their insightful views to your strong mid-range and refinement
compensated with the new brands, equally insightful questions. the Scorpio offers is still hard
like Great Wall, that are investing big Manoj Sondkar, Pune to match by other SUVs in the
in India. I feel that the coming decade Rs. 10-15 lakh bracket. However,
will be that of the Chinese, as they Expo musings Mahindra needs to pull up its
need to invade another market to feed It took me all of three hours to socks in the EV space, where it
its giant manufacturing machine, waltz through the Auto Expo. There is far behind.
which is slowing down because wasn’t anything of real consequence, B Bala ji, via email
of troubles at home. The Chinese as most of the big launches had
economy is spluttering, which makes already happened. I was particularly A Supra shot at success for vintage cars.
its success in India even more critical. disappointed with the Maruti Suzuki Smart move by Toyota to bring the Maneesh thinks India is primed
Sateesh M, Hyderabad stall and it was sad to see India’s top Supra. It’s a relatively affordable
manufacturer on the back foot. Minor sportscar that looks fantastic,
More coverage! facelifts with BS6 petrols was a theme and would be fun to drive as well. Comic relief
Your report on the Expo wasn’t as that paled compared to Tata Motors, Its bigger role will be to spice up the The Ford Road Safety comic book
comprehensive as before, and, quite who put on a fine show. But I must Toyota brand, which is languishing in your February issue was a great
frankly, the coverage of most of the say, the Jimny did bring a smile to because of cars like the Etios and idea, and was very well produced. I
new cars was similar to what you said my face. I wouldn’t buy one, it’s too Innova and their predominantly picked up your issue at the Auto Expo
in your preview. You could have given impractical, but I would like to be ‘taxi’ image. Toyota urgently needs because the comic book caught the
your readers a far better analysis from friends with someone who does! to overhaul its image, which has eye of my nine-year-old son. It’s just
behind the scenes. Even interviews Ra jesh Nambiar, Noida taken a bit of a beating after the the sort of content you need to educate
arrival of fresher and more aggressive young children about road safety.
brands like MG and Kia. A more However, you need to distribute this
youth-oriented approach that in schools to do it full justice.
combines great design with Toyota’s Ashish Vijayakar, via email
legendary reliability is a sure-shot
recipe for success.
L Krishnakumar, via email Erratum
In our ‘One 1/4 Mile at a Time’
Ultimate people-mover story (March 2020 issue, page
I think Toyota is onto something big 101), the image of the Kia Seltos vs
with the Vellfire. There’s nothing Hyundai Kona Electric was labelled
quite like it in the market, and I incorrectly. The 1st place tag should
wouldn’t be surprised if its upstages have gone to the Kona, and 2nd to the
the more expensive Mercedes V-class Seltos. The error is regretted.
Sateesh thinks Chinese companies could be popular in India. which is such an ordinary people-

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Small turbo-petrols whoosh in

Once exclusive to sporty cars, small turbo-petrol engines are now finding their
way onto mainstream models. The era of affordable performance is here.

Next-gen i20 will be

Hyundai’s sixth turbo-petrol. Renault Duster set to
get 156hp, 1.3 turbo.

The Kia Sonet will share the

XUV300 will debut Mahindra’s Venue’s 120hp engine.
mStallion range of engines.

E
lectric vehicles might be
dominating headlines, but
on the sidelines, another
phenomenon is gaining
momentum in India, and
that’s the small turbo-petrol
engine. The majority of India’s
mass-market carmakers
already have, or are working
to introduce, force-fed petrol
engines in the 1.0-1.5-litre
displacement range, and
petrolheads, for one, have
reason to rejoice.
MAGIC FORMULA
So, what’s leading this rise?
It’s actually got to do with
emissions and efficiency. The
implementation of BS6 norms
is just the start. Come 2022,
CAFE 2.0 (the second phase
of Corporate Average Fuel
Efficiency) will be rolled out,
which will require fleet CO2
emissions to come down from
the current 130.2g/km
to 113.1g/km. The adoption
of WLTP (Worldwide
Harmonised Light Vehicle
Test Protocol) and RDE (Real
Driving Emissions) standards
further down the road will
only tighten targets. And this
is where turbo-petrols come
in. More efficient and cleaner
than similar-output but
larger-displacement naturally
aspirated petrol engines,
small turbo-petrols will be
integral to future powertrain
strategies. More so for mass
market carmakers without
suitable diesel (remember,
they emit low CO2) or
hybrid engines. As industry
observers feel, it’s still a
matter of time before the
naturally aspirated engine, as
we know it, revs its last.
SPOOLING UP
Of the mass-market
carmakers, Hyundai has
taken an early lead in the
democratisation of turbo-
petrols and will offer a
force-fed petrol engine on
all core models. The 2019
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first Hyundai to get a turbo-
petrol engine – a 120hp,
1.0-litre three-cylinder unit.
Since then, the engine has
been deployed on the Aura
compact sedan; and the
Grand i10 Nios hatchback as
well, albeit in a lower, 100hp
form. The second-gen Creta
has been launched with the
option of a 140hp, 1.4-litre
turbo-petrol, and the Verna
is also set to get a sportier
turbo-petrol avatar. Come
mid-2020, Hyundai India’s
turbo-petrol portfolio is set to
expand with the introduction
of the next-gen i20 that will
share its 120hp engine with
the Venue. And as company
insiders explain, the turbo-
petrol versions won’t be low-
volume, niche brand-builders
but will be targeted to meet
existing demand. “India is the
youngest country, and our
studies show that youngsters
want a thrilling driving
experience and a strong
performance. This is a hidden
demand that we intend to
tap,” a Hyundai executive
told Autocar India.
Korean compatriot Kia
already sells the Seltos with
the option of a 1.4 turbo, and
its next big launch for India,
the Sonet compact SUV,
will also be available with a
1.0-turbo (shared with the
Hyundai Venue) from launch.
Volkswagen and Skoda are
also hopeful their new 110hp,
1.0 TSI turbo-petrol engine
will (literally) breathe new
life into the now petrol-only
Polo and Vento, and Rapid,
respectively. Volkswagen was
one of the first carmakers to
introduce a high-tech turbo in
the sub-Rs 10 lakh segment,
and the steady demand and
customer appreciation for
the Polo 1.2 TSI should have
a rub-off effect on the new
engine as well. The 1.0, three-
cylinder TSI will also be the
mainstay of the VW Taigun
and Skoda’s midsize SUV for
India that will come in 2021.
Higher up the price ladder, the
Volkswagen T-Roc has gone
on sale with a 150hp. 1.5-litre
TSI unit, and the engine will
also find use on the upcoming
Skoda Karoq.
Renault-Nissan is also
set to go the turbo-petrol
route shortly. The Renault
Triber will soon have the
1.0-litre HR10 turbocharged
engine that is expected to

Turbo-petrol engines
will be a key component of
The quest for efficiency will drive Tata Motor’s powertrain
strategy as well. The
carmaker’s four-cylinder,
their adoption but the happy 1.2 Revotron turbo-petrol
on the Bolt and Zest have
side-effect is added performance. faded away but the carmaker
is far from turning its back
 on force-fed petrols. In fact,
the Nexon’s 1.2-litre, three-
cylinder unit is fresh from
a BS6 upgrade (power is
up 5hp to 120hp), and the
engine is being readied for
a sportier version of the
Altroz as well. Tata Motors
has also confirmed plans for
a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol that
will power the Harrier, among
other models.
NOT FOR
EVERYONE
But not all carmakers are
charging towards turbo-
petrols. Partners Maruti
and Toyota will likely rely on
hybrids to meet emission
and efficiency targets. Sure,
Suzuki is said to be working on
a suitable small turbo-petrol
Turbocharging allows engine but the unit could be
for smaller-capacity, years away from production.
lighter engines. As is Maruti’s experiment
with the 1.0-litre Boosterjet-
powered Baleno RS that
produce around 95hp – looking for the diesel’s didn’t yield promising-enough
substantially up from the performance will have an sales. The carmaker, in
current naturally aspirated option in the new 1.3 petrol,” fact, found marketing the
1.0’s 72hp. Expected to a Renault insider tells us. small-capacity turbo-petrol
sport dual variable valve MG already sells the Hector
timing, and an exhaust with a 1.5 turbo-petrol and is
manifold partially integrated considering 1.0- and 1.3-litre B L O W I N ’ I N T H E W I N D : W H AT ’S C O M I N G W H E N ?
into the cylinder head, the units for its future models, like
relatively sophisticated the ZS petrol. Make Model
three-cylinder engine will Of the Indian carmakers, Ford EcoSport
also power Nissan’s soon-to- Mahindra is also doubling Hyundai Creta
be-revealed compact SUV. down on turbo-petrols. Its Hyundai Verna
Renault’s HBC compact SUV mStallion line of direct- Hyundai i20
and LBA compact sedan will injection, turbocharged Kia Sonet
also sport the engine. And engines will be available Mahindra XUV300
there’s another properly in 1.2-, 1.5- and 2.0-litre Mahindra Thar
exciting turbo-petrol coming displacements. The first of the Mahindra Marazzo
from the Renault-Nissan mStallion engines, the 130hp, MG ZS
combine. Co-developed 1.2-litre, three-cylinder
with Mercedes-Benz, this unit will go on the XUV300 Nissan Kicks
HR13 engine (essentially a compact SUV soon. What’s Nissan Compact SUV
four-cylinder version of the more, this 1.2 unit will also Renault Duster
aforementioned HR10 unit) take the place of the erstwhile Renault Triber
will debut on the current-gen but much-lauded 1.0-litre Renault HBC compact SUV 3 cyl, 1.0-litre
Duster very soon. Sporting EcoBoost unit in partner Renault LBA compact sedan 3 cyl, 1.0-litre
direct-injection, the high-tech Ford’s EcoSport compact Skoda Karoq
engine produces 156hp, a SUV. The 163hp, 1.5, four- Skoda Rapid
figure that will catapult it to cylinder mStallion engine Skoda SUV
the position of most powerful will debut on the upcoming Tata Altroz
midsize SUV. Interestingly, Thar and be rolled onto the Tata Harrier
the new petrol engine could Marazzo MPV next, while Volkswagen Polo
be pitched as an indirect the 190hp, 2.0 unit is Volkswagen Vento
replacement for the popular destined for use under the Volkswagen Taigun
but now-discontinued next-gen XUV500, Scorpio Volkswagen T-Roc
1.5-litre K9K diesel. “Buyers and Ford’s SUV.
engine a challenge. As CV
Raman, senior executive
director, Maruti Suzuki put it,
“What we understood is that
the customer perceives a
1.0-litre engine as a 1.0-litre
engine, and a 1.5-litre engine
as a 1.5-litre engine. The
customer is not clued into
whether it is a turbo-petrol
or not. Of course, there are
connoisseurs and there are
enthusiasts out there, but
there is a bigger audience
which looks at the size of the
engine only. So, a 1.0-litre
turbocharged is considered
to be a smaller engine and
not having the necessary
torque or the power to propel
a bigger vehicle.”
Honda too is unlikely
to be in a tearing hurry to
consider its small-capacity
turbo-petrols for India. The
Japanese carmaker has
upgraded its 1.5 diesel to
BS6-spec, so meeting CO2
targets might not be as much
of a challenge as it is for some
other carmakers. Honda
also has the option of strong
hybrids to rely on.
Still, Indian car buyers
who’ve longed for affordable
performance are set to be
spoilt for choice in the days
and years to come. Electrics
can have their day in the
sun later.
NIKHIL BHATIA
Engine Power Coming
3 cyl, 1.2-litre 130hp Early 2021
4 cyl, 1.4-litre 140hp March 2020
3 cyl, 1.0-litre 120hp April 2020
3 cyl, 1.0-litre 120hp June 2020
3 cyl, 1.0-litre 120hp August 2020
3 cyl, 1.2-litre 130hp April 2020
4 cyl, 1.5-litre 163hp May 2020
4 cyl, 1.5-litre 163hp August 2020
3 cyl, 1.0-litre/ 126hp/ Mid 2021
3 cyl, 1.3-litre 163hp
4 cyl, 1.3-litre 156hp Late 2020
3 cyl, 1.0-litre 95hp May 2020
4 cyl, 1.3-litre 156hp May 2020
3 cyl, 1.0-litre 95hp Late 2020
95hp July 2020
95hp 2021
4 cyl, 1.5-litre 150hp April 2020
3 cyl, 1.0-litre 110hp April 2020
3 cyl, 1.0-litre 110hp Mid-2021
3 cyl, 1.2-litre 120hp Late 2020
4 cyl, 1.5-litre 150hp 2022
3 cyl, 1.0-litre 110hp March 2020
3 cyl, 1.0-litre 110hp March 2020
3 cyl, 1.0-litre 110hp Late 2021
4 cyl, 1.5-litre 150hp March 2020
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 2020 Hyundai Verna gets
new engine-gearbox options
1.5-litre petrol and diesel engines, and connected-car tech on offer.

T
he wraps are off the Sporty Verna Turbo
India-spec 2020
Hyundai Verna facelift. IMAGE to get 7-speed DCT
and paddleshifters.
The carmaker has
released pictures of its
updated sedan, and also
announced that bookings
for the Verna facelift are
now open, online and at
dealerships, for an amount
of Rs 25,000.
Changes in the Verna
facelift on the outside
include reshaped LED
headlights with DRLs, the
addition of the sizeable,
chrome-heavy ‘cascading
grille’, and a redesigned front
bumper with a brushed-
aluminium insert for the lip.
Viewed side-on, the Verna
facelift remains largely
the same, save for new,
dual-tone alloy wheels. At
the back, the LED tail-light
elements receive a new with a 4.2-inch colour TFT Another highlight is the that can be used to control TheVerna facelift will get
design, and there’s a screen for the part-digital addition of the Blue Link a wider variety of in-car new engine and gearbox
restyled bumper with a instrument cluster. Also connected-car tech. The functions such as making options, including a sporty
chrome applique and a expected to be part of the Verna facelift’s Blue Link phone calls, tracking live variant with a 1.0-litre
subtle faux diffuser. equipment list is a larger, connectivity suite has a cricket scores, getting turbo-petrol engine mated
On the inside, the Hyundai 8.0-inch touchscreen total of 45 features, and also navigation assistance and to a 7-speed dual-clutch
Verna facelift is equipped infotainment system. includes voice recognition weather updates. automatic gearbox with

Mahindra Bolero soldiers on with BS6 update LIKE EVERY OTHER
MANUFACTURER,
Mahindra, too, has been
steadily upgrading its
existing model line-up
to meet BS6 emission
standards. Last year, the
company announced the
Bolero Power Plus – with
the 1.5-litre diesel
engine – received the BS6
certification. Now, we’ve
got the first image of the
heavily updated, BS6-ready
Bolero that will go on sale
in the coming weeks. The
refreshed Bolero gets
Redesigned front gives the Bolero a fresher, more premium look. styling tweaks up front,
in the form of a new grille
and redesigned headlights,
bumper and bonnet, which
help make it look more
premium than before. The
Bolero now also complies
with the new crash-test
norms that were introduced
late last year.
The BS6-compliant
Bolero Power Plus is
powered by a 1.5-litre
three-cylinder diesel D75
engine that delivers 71hp.
Mahindra will also update
variant nomenclature for
the BS6-spec Bolero. The
new model is expected to be
sold in three variants
comprising a lower-spec
B4, mid-spec B6 and top-
spec B6(O). Our sources
indicate that the BS6 Bolero
will see a price hike of up
to Rs 50,000 over its BS4
counterpart, depending on
the variant in question.
Even after all these years,
the Bolero remains a strong
seller for Mahindra. Between
April 2019 and January
2020, the company sold a
total of 52,828 units of the
Bolero – which works out to
a healthy monthly average
of 5,289 units.

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LAUNCHES THIS MONTH
HYUNDAI CRETA
Hyundai offers the bold-
looking, second-gen Creta in
14 versions with five of the
six engine-gearbox options
available on cousin and chief
rival - the Kia Seltos. All
variants are well-kitted, with
top-spec versions getting
segment-leading features
like a digital instrument
Automatic options cluster, electronic parking
include CVT for 1.5 petrol; brake, Blue Link in-car
6-speed AT for 1.5 diesel connectivity tech and a
10.25-inch touchscreen
infotainment system.
Price Rs 9.99-17.20 lakh
(ex-showroom, India)
Rivals Kia Seltos, MG Hector
VOLKSWAGEN T-ROC
Launched in a single, fully
loaded trim, the fully
imported T-Roc is powered
by a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol
engine that features cylinder
deactivation, promising good
paddleshifters.Also new are is crucial. Honda is currently economy. Producing 150hp
the BS6-compliant 1.5-litre gearing up to introduce an and 250Nm of torque, this
petrol and diesel engines, all-new City, and the Maruti unit is paired to a 7-speed
expected to produce 115hp. Suzuki Ciaz, Volkswagen dual-clutch automatic.
In addition to a 6-speed Vento and the Skoda Price Rs 19.99 lakh
manual gearbox, the 1.5 Rapid are now petrol-only (ex-showroom, India)
petrol will get the option models. With the update, Rivals Jeep Compass
of a CVT automatic, while the Hyundai Verna facelift’s
the Verna 1.5 diesel will price is likely to go up by VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN
be available with the option a fair bit; the pre-facelift ALLSPACE
of a 6-speed torque- Verna’s price ranges from
convertor automatic. Rs 8.18-14.08 lakh (ex-
The timing of the Hyundai showroom, Delhi).
Verna facelift’s introduction AMAAN AHMED
JLR-TATA POWER TIE-UP The 7-seat Tiguan Allspace
replaces the 5-seat Tiguan in
FOR EV CHARGING VW’s India line-up and comes
with a sole 190hp, 2.0-litre
Before introducing its EV range in the turbo-petrol engine mated to
a 7-speed dual-clutch auto.
country, Jaguar Land Rover India has While the third row feels
announced its partnership with Tata Power to cramped, folding them down
offer end-to-end EV charging solutions. Tata increases boot space
significantly. It is available
Power will install charging stations across with a kit like an AWD system,
JLR’s retail network panoramic sunroof, digital
instrument cluster and
of 27 outlets in 24 hands-free boot opening.
cities. JLR’s first Price Rs 33.12 lakh
EV for India will be (ex-showroom, India)
Rivals Skoda Kodiaq
the Jaguar I-Pace
SUV, which will be VOLKSWAGEN POLO, VENTO
VW has introduced its
launched in the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine
second half of 2020.
Creta’s introductory prices are competitive, but not exciting.
in the Polo hatch and Vento
midsize sedan. Making
110hp and 175Nm of
torque, this engine comes
with a 6-speed manual and
ditches the DSG gearbox for
a conventional automatic
option. The 1.0 engine
replaces the previously
offered 1.6MPi and 1.2 TSI
engines. In the transition
from BS4 to BS6, the Polo’s
prices have gone up by about
Rs 4,000, while the Vento
costs about Rs 10,000
more on average, depending
on the variant.
Price Rs 5.82-9.59 lakh/
Rs 8.86-13.29 lakh
(ex-showroom, India)
Rivals Maruti Baleno,
Hyundai i20/Honda City,
Hyundai Verna
FORD ENDEAVOUR
A rather significant update
for the Endeavour, both
the 2.2 and 3.2 L diesel
engines have been replaced
by a new, BS6-compliant
170hp, 2.0-litre diesel unit
that is paired with a new
10-speed automatic
gearbox. The top-spec
Titanium+ version gets a 4x4
system as an optional extra.
Exterior changes are minor,
though the cabin now gets
an 8.0-inch touchscreen
infotainment system with
SYNC3, Apple CarPlay and
Android Auto compatibility,
and the FordPass in-car
connectivity tech.
Price Rs 29.55-33.25 lakh
(ex-showroom, Delhi)
Rivals Toyota Fortuner,
Mahindra Alturas G4
NEWS
BMW X1 FACELIFT
Along with design tweaks
that emulates bigger BMWs,
the brand’s smallest SUV
now gets BS6 petrol and
diesel engines. The
previously offered 192hp
petrol and 190hp diesel have
been upgraded to BS6 spec.
There is more equipment on
all variants but there’s no
AWD on offer. This, along with
a new entry-level variant,
means the new X1’s price
range is lower than the
earlier model’s.
Price Rs 35.90-43.90 lakh
(ex-showroom, India)
Rivals Audi Q3,
Mercedes GLA
MARUTI SUZUKI VITARA
BREZZA FACELIFT
Maruti’s compact SUV
makes the shift from diesel-
only power to petrol-only.
The 105hp, 1.5-litre engine
is shared with the Ertiga,
Ciaz and XL6, but the mild-
hybrid setup is exclusive to
the Brezza automatics,
which are pricey. Design
changes keep it looking
fresh, while equipment
levels have also improved
with the facelift.
Price Rs 7.34-11.40 lakh
(ex-showroom, Delhi)
Rivals Hyundai Venue,
Tata Nexon
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 A RA N TI N
Q U E

Shortage of China-sourced
components likely to
affect production.
Coronavirus outbreak wreaks
havoc on global auto industry
Spread of COVID-19 worldwide leads to production
halts; sales take a hit with low showroom traffic.
T
he outbreak of the novel
coronavirus (COVID-19),
which was detected
in Wuhan, China in
end-December 2019, is
fast-spreading its tentacles
across the world; and it’s
having a major impact on all
aspects of society, including
the automotive industry.
With the World Health
Organisation declaring
the COVID-19 outbreak a
pandemic, an unprecedented
global disruption is at hand.
Automobile and component
manufacturing plants are
being shuttered around the
world, consumer footfalls
in showrooms have fallen
sharply, vehicle sales are
dropping dramatically,
and almost every major
industry event is either
being cancelled or going
the digital way.
2020 NY Auto Show
postponed to August.
A RA N TI N
QU
CO
R O N AV I R U
It all started with the
cancellation of the 2020
Geneva motor show,
which was to open on
March 5, followed by the
postponement of the 2020
Beijing motor show, and the
2020 New York auto show.
A number of carmakers
all over the world have
announced suspension of
production at their plants
in Europe, including Fiat
Chrysler Automobiles (FCA),
BMW, PSA Group, Rolls-
Royce, Ferrari, Lamborghini
and Porsche. The supply
of key components and
materials sourced from
China has taken a hit,
and many manufacturers
foresee a production crunch
if the situation worsens.
Even the world of
motorsport has been
affected. The first few
rounds of the 2020
seasons of Formula
1 and MotoGP either
being postponed or
cancelled, and even the
prestigious 24 Hours
of Le Mans endurance
race has been pushed
back by a few months.
In India, carmakers
have adopted different
approaches to prevent
the spread of the
E have expressed that the 2021
S
virus. Tata Motors, Ford,
Mahindra, FCA and Volvo
have allowed a certain ratio
of their employees to work
from home; so an estimated
25,000 Indian auto industry
execs are now working
from home. However, no
manufacturer has halted
production in the country
as yet.
Vehicle sales in India
have also been impacted by
the coronavirus outbreak,
posing an even greater
challenge for dealers with
leftover BS4 stock. The
Federation of Automobile
Dealers Associations
(FADA) approached the
Supreme Court to extend
the cut-off for sales of BS4
vehicles to May 31, as retail
sales nosedived due to
the pandemic. According
to FADA president Ashish
Kale, “In the past week,
there has been a drastic
drop in sales, and customer
walk-ins have reduced to a
trickle as caution sets in
due to fear of spreading
of the virus. Counter sales
have fallen by 60-70 percent
across auto dealerships.
Many of our members
may face dealership
closures if leftover with
unsold BS4 stocks.”
NEWS
CAR COMPANY BOSSES
Geneva motor show might
not be needed to unveil new
models, since makers held
their own events after the
cancellation of this year’s
CONFIDENTIAL
T HE AU TOMOT I V E GR A PE V IN E
show. Bentley boss Adrian
Hallmark said it could be
“not absolutely necessary to
attend” in future, if feedback
is positive. Aston Martin CEO Andy Palmer has echoed
the sentiment.
WHILE THE RENAULT HBC and the Nissan EM2 are
based on the same platform, it’s the former that will be
the pricier one. This is because the HR10 engine shared
by the two compact SUVs is a Nissan unit, and Renault
will have to pay a fee (called ‘transfer pricing’) towards
using the same. The Nissan EM2 will sit just below the
Rs 5 lakh mark, while the Renault will start above it.
THE REFRESHED JEEP Compass that is set to launch
by the end of this year will come with a much larger
touchscreen, along with FCA’s UConnect 5 infotainment
system. The new
touchscreen and
infotainment operating
system comes bundled
with integrated Alexa
support, wireless
AppleCarPlay and
Android Auto, and
can also receive
over-the-air updates.
THE RENAULT HBC could be the first product from the
brand to get a sunroof. Renault is keen for its compact
SUV (codename HBC) to have even more features than
the Triber on which it is based. Thus, the production
model will offer features
like fully automatic
climate control and
steering wheel-mounted
audio controls. The
company is also looking
into the possibility of
introducing a sunroof.
AS A PART of its revival plan, Nissan hopes to bring the
Patrol to India. If the plans materialises, the mega-SUV
will be brought here as a fully built-up model under
the relaxed homologation rule. The new rule allows
manufacturers to
import up to 2,500
units a year without
the need to homologate
them in India. The cars
need to be right-hand
drive and have due
certification at their
country of origin.
APRIL 2020 AUTOCARINDIA.COM 23

5-door Suzuki Jimny set for India launch
To be assembled in Gujarat and launched by 2021 at a sub-Rs 10 lakh price.
E
ver since it made its
global debut in 2018,
the fourth-gen Suzuki
Jimny has been in
high demand worldwide.
Enthusiasts in India, too,
have been hoping Maruti
Suzuki launches the plucky
off-roader in our market,
and their wishes are about
to come true, because the
company is set to commence
production of the Jimny in
May this year.
Having showcased the
Jimny at Auto Expo 2020,
Maruti Suzuki was non-
committal about launching it
in India, despite the massive
euphoria built up around it.
Taking the sales figures of
the discontinued Gypsy as
a reference, the company
would be hard-pressed to
sell more than 1,000 units
a month of the successor
to the iconic 4x4. To make a
business case for the Jimny,
the company would need
additional volumes, which
could be provided by export
markets, and it appears
production constraints at
Suzuki’s Japan facility have
presented Maruti Suzuki with
WCOTY announces Top 3 finalists
THE LIST OF finalists for
the World Car of the Year
(WCOTY) 2020 award have
been narrowed down to the
top 3 cars in each category.
In the coveted 2020 World
Car of the Year category,
the Mazda 3, Mazda CX-30
and Kia Telluride close out
the top three spots. The
cars that made the cut for
the top three in the 2020
Kia’s Telluride SUV is in contention for the 2020 WCOTY crown.
Maruti Suzuki targeting monthly
production of 4,000-5,000
units of the Jimny.
just the opportunity it needs.
Suzuki’s plant in Kosai,
Japan, which manufactures
the Jimny, amongst other
models, has its annual
production capacity capped
out at 4,90,000 units.
Hence, it’s becoming difficult
to increase Jimny production
World Urban Car award
category are the Kia Soul EV,
the Mini Cooper SE and the
Volkswagen T-Cross.
Coming to the World
Luxury Car category, two
of the top three cars are
Porsches - the 911 and the
Taycan. The other contender
is the Mercedes-Benz EQC.
The World Performance
Car category is completely
to meet growing global
demand. To supplement
production from Kosai,
Suzuki is setting up a new
assembly line for the Jimny
at its plant in Hansalpur,
Gujarat, where it has
unutilised capacity. Hence,
large export volumes are
dominated by Porsche. The
finalists include the Porsche
718 Spyder/Cayman GT4,
the Porsche 911 and the
Porsche Taycan.
Lastly, the finalists for the
2020 World Car Design of
the Year award comprise the
Mazda 3, Porsche Taycan
and Peugeot 208.
The winners are picked
by the 86-member strong
WCOTY global jury, among
which are Autocar India’s
editor Hormazd Sorabjee,
and Renuka Kirpalani,
executive editor, the Autocar
Show. The winners of each
category were originally
supposed to be announced
at the now-postponed
2020 New York auto show.
Instead, the winner of the
2020 WCOTY will now be
announced in mid-April.
what will give Maruti Suzuki
the economies of scale
needed to make the Jimny
viable for production in India.
A source says Maruti
Suzuki is targeting monthly
production of 4,000-
5,000 units of the Jimny
(codename: ‘YWD’) and
W AY B A C K W H E N
20 YEA RS AGO AP RI L 2 0 00
Our April 2000 issue
was packed with
drives, including an
exclusive one in the
Hyundai Sonata luxury
sedan, comprehensive
road tests of the
Mercedes E-class in
V6 petrol and four-
cylinder diesel form,
along with the Opel
Corsa 1.4 petrol, and
reviews of Porsche’s
911 Turbo and Kia
Sportage SUV. We also
had an exclusive test
ride on Carl Fogarty’s
1999 World Superbike Championship-winning Ducati
996, in-depth coverage of the Geneva motor show, a
feature that explained low-profile tyres, and loads
more news, reviews and features from the world of
automobiles 20 years ago.
NEWS
“a bulk of the production
will be exported”. A key
point to note is that Maruti
Suzuki will launch a 5-door
version of the Jimny in
India. The 5-door model
will be produced alongside
the 3-door Jimny, and is
also likely to be exported
to international markets.
Six months after exports
commence, the 5-door
Jimny will be launched in our
market at a sub-Rs 10 lakh
price tag and will be retailed
via Maruti Suzuki’s premium
Nexa retail chain.
Staying true to its roots,
the fourth-gen Jimny
retains the body-on-frame
construction, the compact
dimensions and the light
weight that saw the original
become a hit with the off-
road community. In terms
of design, the latest Jimny
continues to look boxy and
refreshingly simple; it is
equipped with four-wheel
drive as standard. Powering
the Jimny is Suzuki’s K15B
1.5-litre petrol engine – the
same unit that powers the
Vitara Brezza facelift, Ertiga,
XL6 and Ciaz in India.
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New Porsche 911 Turbo S
debuts with 650hp
PORSCHE HAS TAKEN the
wraps off the all-new Turbo
and Turbo S iterations of
the 992-generation 911
sportscar. Unveiled in
coupé and cabriolet body
styles, the Mercedes-AMG
GT rival retains a 3.8-litre,
twin-turbocharged, flat-six
petrol engine.
However, the rear-
mounted unit has been
reworked, producing as
much as 70hp and 50Nm
more than its predecessor.
This pushes the output of the
top-of-the-line 911 Turbo
S to 650hp and 800Nm of
torque. Power is channelled
to all four wheels via a
new 8-speed dual-clutch
gearbox. The Turbo S has a
0-100kph time of just 2.7sec
W H AT D O YO U T H I N K O F T H E N E W
C R E TA’ S I N T R O D U C T O RY P R I C E?
It’s pricier than
I’d expected – 30%
At this price,
I’d rather pick the
Kia Seltos – 43%
Even though they are priced neck-and-neck, a significant
part of our audience would still pick the Kia Seltos over
the new Hyundai Creta.
and a top speed of 330kph.
Aerodynamic
developments include
a new pneumatically
extendible front spoiler
and larger surface area
for the rear wing.
Inside, the new 911
Turbo benefits from the
same interior upgrades
seen on other 992-series
911 models, with a
GT-style multi-function
steering wheel, a 10.9-inch
Porsche Communication
Management display, the
Sport Chrono package with
Porsche Track Precision
app, 18-way adjustable
sports seats, and a Bose
sound system, among the
standard equipment.
GREG KABLE
POLL
It’s surprisingly
competitive – 27%
Perseus Bandrawalla
MOTORMOUTH A STITCH IN TIME...
I
must admit that I
have an OCD about
my health and my
cars’ health.
I spend hours on the
internet surfing YouTube
and owners’ forums to
learn about common
problems on cars I own or
even ones I plan on buying.
Immediately then, because
of my OCD, I get down
to ordering parts that are
likely to fail.
Often, when I read
about common faults
and little hacks on how
to go about sorting them,
I come across websites
that sell refurbishing
kits for components or
parts for only a fraction
of the cost of what would
otherwise set you back by
thousands of rupees. On
older German cars, like
Porsches, BMWs and
Mercedes-Benzes, I’ve
seen that you can buy
refurbishing kits to fix
everything, from engine
vacuum leaks (which
include replacement hoses
and gaskets) to relatively
simple DIY kits to fix your
sunroof or door locks.
These are made by reputed
brands, including OEMs.
The usual ‘must do’
job sheet when buying a
future classic car includes
GET IN TOUCH Forums at autocarindia.com
changing essential parts
like the water pump, fuel
pump and belts, along
with fresh fluids and filters,
but there are certain
things we sometimes
tend to overlook.
Recently, I came across
an interesting video on
YouTube while researching
on changing the purge
valve on a BMW M54
engine. Though unrelated
to changing the purge
 sourcing parts. I was
I have an OCD
about stocking
spares for
my cars.
 cars can be imported
valve, I learnt that one of
the most common reasons
for blown head gaskets
due to overheating in older
BMWs is attributed to the
coolant expansion tank
cracking when the plastic
gets old and brittle.
Of course, I’m going
to change the expansion
tank on my BMW and, in
the future, on all my other
cars as well, even if the
NEWS
Preventive maintenance
is key to preservation.
coolant tank issue may not
necessarily be too much
of a cause for concern.
Websites like Realoem.
com can often give you
updated part numbers
for your car, as I’ve
experienced with older
BMWs. For instance, for
the BMW M54 engine,
the ignition coils’ part
number has been updated.
Fitting new parts bearing
updated part numbers
is always better. Lastly,
do not worry about
pleasantly surprised to
see the sheer variety of
automatic transmission
fluids available on Amazon.
in, along with air-con
filters, wiper blades and
other consumable parts.
If not available locally,
other parts for German
from Pelicanparts.com or
Fcpeuro.com (customs duty
and freight are applicable).
Preventive maintenance
can go a long way in
keeping your classics
and future classics in the
best possible condition,
especially if you plan on
keeping them for years.
In that sense, having OCD
helps. As the old saying
goes – a stitch in time
saves nine.
perseusb
APRIL 2020 AUTOCARINDIA.COM 27
 GOOD MONTH
A MILLION TESLAS
EV manufacturer
Tesla has rolled out
its one-millionth
car – a Model Y.

TAVARES WINS BIG

Mercedes’ E-class gets

Groupe PSA boss
Carlos Tavares is
the 2020 World Car
Person of the Year.

refreshed styling and more tech

Mid-cycle facelift for the BMW 5 Series-rivalling sedan sees it
gain plug-in hybrid engine options and more equipment.

BAD MONTH
HARD STOP
Volvo recalls 7,50,000
vehicles globally amidst
concerns about faulty
emergency braking.
M
ercedes-Benz has
given the fifth-
generation E-class a
refresh, with revised
styling, new electrified
engines and more interior
comfort and technology.
The current version of
the long-running model
was revealed in 2016, and
for this facelift, the sedan
has received subtle styling
tweaks. These include new
headlamps, tail-lamps,
bumpers, and a front grille.
While the exterior changes
are minor, Mercedes has
reworked the E-class’s
electronics extensively,
allowing the firm to offer
a host of new driver-assist
systems, ‘energising’
comfort seats, and also
its latest infotainment
technology. The E-class
globally now comes standard
with two 10.25-inch screens,
for the MBUX infotainment
and instrumentation,
with optional 12.3-inch
screens. A new steering
wheel design, which features
capacitive touch controls,
is offered in three varieties,
and is set to be introduced
across the range.
The revised global engine
line-up includes seven
petrol and diesel plug-in
hybrid variants across the
sedan and estate, offering
rear- and four-wheel-drive
options. Outputs for the
PHEVs range from 156hp to
367hp for the petrol units,
and 160hp to 330hp for the
diesels. More details are yet
to be released.

Near-production BMW i4 showcased

BREATHLESS
A new study says that
21 out of 30 of the
world’s most polluted
cities are in India.
BMW SHOWCASED ITS
upcoming Tesla Model 3
rival, the i4 electric sedan, in
a close-to-production guise.
The all-new, four-door model
will be an integral part of an
extended range of BMW i
EVs that are due to launch
by 2025.
Among the key design
elements on the i4 is a bold
kidney grille, similar in size
and shape to that of last
year’s BMW Concept 4. The
i4 also shares that car’s
thin headlight treatment,
heavily curved roofline,
high-set notchback rear
end, and OLED tail-lights.
The Concept i4 also sports
BMW’s new logo, which
gets a two-dimensional
All-electric sedan puts out 530hp and delivers a 600km range.
design. Inside, the Concept
i4 has a clean and simplistic
dashboard that supports a
single, curved HD display
housing the instruments and
infotainment system.
The Concept i4 features
an electric motor that makes
up to 530hp – that’s 70hp
more than the combustion-
engined M4 CS. Mounted
beneath the long bonnet,
it provides drive to all
four wheels via an as-yet-
unspecified gearbox. BMW
hints at a 0-100kph time
of 4sec and a top speed in
excess of 200kph. The i4’s
80kWh lithium-ion battery
pack is claimed to provide a
600km range.
GREG KABLE

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 NEWS

Colin Goodwin
THE GOOD LIFE VET TE- ING PROCESS

Tweaked rear-end features new horizontal tail-lights.

New steering and upgraded MBUX system are the highlights inside.
Other engine options
include the four-cylinder
M254 mild-hybrid petrol
unit, along with six-cylinder
petrol and diesel engines, all
of which now feature a 48V
starter-alternator electric
motor. The installation of the
EQ Boost system has been
tweaked to further improve
fuel economy.
The range-topping
Mercedes-AMG E53 has
also been unveiled, sporting
more aggressive styling and
a mild-hybrid 3.0-litre turbo-
petrol powertrain.
While the refreshed
E-class is due to go on
sale internationally in the
coming months, the sedan
is expected to come to India
later this year. The launch
of the E-class for India will
coincide with the sedan’s
launch in China, where it
is still being tested. Both
markets will get the long-
wheelbase (LWB) version
of this BMW 5 Series and
Jaguar XF rival.
JAMES ATTWOOD
W
ho saw this
coming? Everything
is changing on
a daily basis due
to the coronavirus. The
Geneva motor show was
cancelled, then one after
another car launches. First
the ones that involved
flying out, such as the
Porsche 911 Turbo launch
in San Francisco, and
now the local ones. The
ramifications of this are
profound. And thousands
of businesses will go bust.
The world will never
be quite the same again.
Things that were on
the cards, like working
remotely and travelling less,
have been brought into the
present. As for motorshows,
manufacturers will have
Las Vegas Corvette Club
who I’d also asked to bring
along an example of every
year of Corvette made.
In the warm Nevada sun,
we assembled a wonderful
group of ‘Vettes – from a
stunning 1958 C1 through
to a bright yellow C8. My
favourite? I think was
probably the C3, a metallic
blue 1972 model with
chrome bumpers and a
350 cubic-inch small-block.
It was the first Corvette I
 gives you confidence when
Is a
mid-engined
Corvette
502hp, what you get is
spectacular performance
off the line thanks to a
40/60 weight bias and the
efficiency of the 8-speed
double-clutch transaxle.
We drove on the road
and on a race track at a
place called Mountain
Springs. The C8 reminds
me of a Lotus in that
it has a compliant ride
and a friendly chassis.
There’s a small amount of
understeer, or ‘push’ as the
Americans call it, which
you turn in.
We were expecting
deliveries of the first
right-hand-drive Corvettes
to start in the UK at the
beginning of next year,
but at the moment who

1700HP KOENIGSEGG GEMERA

realised that they got the
same amount of column
inches by hosting digital
FOUR-SEATER UNVEILED unveils and online and
individual interviews. They
Koenigsegg has revealed the Gemera four- will also realise that they
didn’t lose out on car sales,
seater ‘mega-GT’ that’s powered by an and that they will have
electrified powertrain comprising a 600hp, saved millions by not going.
2.0-litre, three-cylinder, twin-turbocharged I suspect that in 2019 I
petrol engine, and three high-output electric went to my last Geneva
motor show.
motors – one for each rear wheel, and But on a more cheerful
one mated to the crankshaft – delivering a note – the Chevrolet
combined output of 1,700hp and 3,500Nm Corvette Stingray C8.
of torque. 0-100kph Thank goodness the launch
in Las Vegas took place
takes a claimed 1.9sec before the virus balloon
and the top speed went up. As explained last
is said to be around month, I’d pre-arranged
402kph. Production of to meet members of the
the Gemera is limited
to just 300 units. GET IN TOUCH Forums at autocarindia.com
heresy?
 it arrives, which is not
remember as a teenager.
The point of bringing all
these enthusiasts together,
most of whom were over
60, was to ask them what
they thought of this new
mid-engined Corvette. Is
it heresy? None thought
so. Moreover, several had
actually ordered one, and
a couple more were just
waiting for the convertible.
The C8 is fantastic, the
6.2-litre engine sounds
great and shakes a little
on its mounts at tickover.
Although it has ‘only’
knows. The car is expected
to cost £80,000 when
cheap but is somewhat
of a bargain considering
its performance.
Meanwhile life goes
on. Autocar in the UK
will continue each week
just as it did throughout
both the First and Second
World Wars. The only time
it missed publication was
during the UK’s General
Strike in May 1926, and
during a printers’ strike
in 1974. We might not
be going on car launches
or to shows but nothing
dampens the passion
for cars.

APRIL 2020 AUTOCARINDIA.COM 29

Seventh-gen Hyundai Elantra debuts bold design
All-new model gets a redesigned interior and hybrid powertrain option.
L
ess than a year after
it introduced an
update for the sixth-
gen model, Hyundai
has revealed the all-new,
seventh-generation
Elantra in the USA.
The design of the new
Elantra is a complete
departure from that of the
current model; it’s designed
more like a four-door
coupé. Hyundai’s focus was
bold and sporty and it has
introduced a new facet of
its ‘Sensuous Sportiness’
design theme, called
‘Parametric Dynamics’.
The 2021 Elantra is based
on the new K3 platform,
and Hyundai says that this
makes it lighter than the
outgoing generation. And
compared to the model
currently on sale in India,
the new car is 56mm longer,
51mm lower and 26mm
wider, with a 20mm increase
in wheelbase.
Petrosexual
R ANJ IT PR ATAP, MANAGING DIREC TOR , RAYAL A CORPORATION PV T. LTD, CHENNAI
What are you driving
and why?
I drive an Aston Martin
DB11 Volante on the
weekends, and I also own a
Mercedes-Benz S350 CDI,
a Mini John Cooper Works,
and the 2020 Audi A6. I
alternate between the Mini
30 AUTOCARINDIA.COM APRIL 2020
Hyundai calls the new
aggressive design langauge
‘Parametric Dynamics’.
Inside, the new Elantra
gets a fully redesigned
dashboard and a four-spoke
steering wheel; as seen on
the new Hyundai Creta and
upcoming next-gen i20. Top-
spec Elantras will get twin
10.25-inch screens – one for
the instrument cluster, and
another for the touchscreen
infotainment system.
Hyundai has carried
forward the 2.0-litre, four-
and the Audi for my daily
drive to the office.
What’s next on your
wish list?
Being an avid classic car
collector, I’d like to own
a 1960 Mercedes-Benz
190 SL.
cylinder petrol engine from
the current car, and o ffers
a CVT automatic. Also, for
the first time, the brand will
offer a hybrid powertrain
in the line-up. The Elantra
Hybrid pairs a 1.6-litre
GDI petrol with a 32kW
electric motor (powered
by a 1.32kWh lithium-ion
battery) for a combined
output of 139hp and
264Nm of torque, mated
The most fun you’ve
had in a car?
Driving my Mini
John Cooper Works
to my farm situated
around 60km south
of Chennai, via
the scenic East
Coast Road.
Twin 10.25in screens dominate the new Elantra’s dashboard.
Favourite/dream money-
no-object car?
The McLaren 720S Spider.
McLaren’s rich racing
heritage and use of F1
technology in its road
cars, coupled with the
exceptional design makes
them so desirable to me.
Who is your all-time
greatest motorsport hero?
Ayrton Senna. Apart from
his god-given talent, he was
also a perfectionist and a
great wet-weather driver.
Favourite road?
The Autobahn A8 from
Munich in Germany to
Salzburg in Austria. It’s
one of the most beautiful
roads and is great for
high-speed driving.
What’s on your automotive
to a 6-speed dual-clutch
automatic gearbox.
It’s unlikely that Hyundai
will introduce the new
Elantra in India anytime
soon, with the mid-life
update for the present-gen
car having arrived only
late last year. Expect the
seventh-gen Elantra to
come to India sometime in
2021, with prices likely to be
between Rs 16 lakh and Rs
22 lakh (ex-showroom).
AMAAN AHMED
bucket list?
A Bentley Continental
GT Speed and the 1960
Mercedes-Benz 190 SL.
What would you do with
your last litre of fuel?
Put it in my Mini John
Cooper Works and blast
around the Madras Motor
Race Track for as long as
I can!
Your ideal 5-car garage
would be?
McLaren 720S Spider,
Aston Martin DB11 Volante,
Bentley Continental GT
Speed, 960 Mercedes-Benz
190 SL, and E93 BMW M3
What was your first car?
A 1969 Volkswagen
Beetle 1300. I had it
when I was in college in
the early ’70s.

New-gen Octavia vRS
gains PHEV powertrain
SKODA’S OCTAVIA vRS has
moved to a new generation
and, like its Volkswagen
Group siblings, will feature a
plug-in hybrid powertrain.
The Czech brand has
released details of only the
vRS iV plug-in version so
far, which has a 1.4-litre TSI
engine mated to a 116hp
electric motor to deliver
a combined 245hp and
400Nm of torque. These
figures are good enough for
a 0-100kph time of 7.3sec
and a top speed of 245kph.
The Octavia vRS iV can also
cover 60km on electric
power alone, on a full charge.
The fourth generation
of the hot Octavia receives
typical vRS design cues
including19-inch alloy
wheels, twin exhaust
tailpipes, a wider front
Sporty, all-black cabin features two 10-inch screens.
bumper and a black grille.
Black door mirrors are
also featured, along with
a black rear spoiler and
black diffuser. Black wheels
hide red-finished brake
calipers, and full-LED matrix
headlights and LED rear
lights are standard.
Upgrades inside include
Alcantara vRS-branded
seats that are electrically
adjustable and heated
for the driver and front
passenger. The headlining
and dashboard trim
features Alcantara as well,
and there are aluminium
pedals. Contrasting
stitching for the sports
steering wheel and
seats aim to liven up
the cabin, as does LED
ambient lighting with
10 colour choices.
The Octavia vRS is
fitted with ‘signature vRS’
sports suspension, which
lowers the car by 15mm,
as compared to the
standard model.
No details of the petrol or
diesel variants of the Octavia
vRShave been released
yet, but they have been
confirmed for a later date.
LAWRENCE ALLAN
Avik Chattopadhyay
S T R A I G H T T O R Q U E U S AG E V S O W N E R S H I P
A
t a presentation on
the Indian auto
industry, it was
said that India still
holds terrific opportunity
with vehicle penetration
low at just 23 cars per
1,000 people and 126 two-
wheelers per 1,000.
On the sidelines I asked
the presenter what the
bus penetration was like.
“Why bother? Buses aren’t
attractive a story for brand
India.” The bus is not
really the reason a market
is ‘attractive’, is it? It’s all
about the personal vehicle.
But as Enrique Penalosa,
ex-mayor of Bogota city
said, “A developed country
is not a place where
the poor have cars; its
where the rich ride public
transportation.”
Should we fuss about
only 23 cars per 1,000
people? Or be really
bothered about only
the 1.3 buses per 1,000!
Can we not be
pragmatic and create
our own solutions rather
than copy those of
developed countries?
Look at two key data
points: [1] We have 5.5
million kilometres of roads
but 80 percent of that
is rural and district, and
[2] the World Bank 2018
report says our per capita
GDP (PPP measure) ranks
120th globally at USD
7,762.00 per annum. To
GET IN TOUCH Forums at autocarindia.com
Should we fuss about only 23 cars per 1,000 people?
Or be really bothered about only 1.3 buses per 1,000!
superimpose these over a
1.37 billion population, we
need a 360-degree retake
on ‘mobility’, in policy,
investments and action.
India’s mobility solution
lies in ‘usage’ and not in
mere ownership.
There are three
clear socio-economic
segments for whom
mobility is a solution and
not a possession – the
millennials, the urban poor,
and the farmers. The first
 l Special incentives
India needs its
own yardstick
for measuring
mobility.
 hub-and-spoke system
category doesn’t feel the
need for personal transport,
the second cannot afford
it, and the third resort
to more modest means
to get around.
The bus forms the
spine of this solution, and
the other forms of public
transport are the tributaries.
Our mobility solution
lies in a hyper-connected
bus transport system.
Right from the BRT
in megapolises to the
‘Grameen Bus Seva’ in
the villages. Five actions
NEWS
are needed:
l A national target of
increasing the bus reach
from the current 1.3 per
1,000 Indians to 15 per
1,000 by 2047. Let us
connect all the 6,00,000-
odd villages by bus on
the 100th year of our
independence.
l Connecting means a
proper bus-stand with
a roof and facility for
15-20 people, within 500
metres of the population
cluster/colony/village.
for existing bus
manufacturers, from
12m down to a new
category of 4.5-5m
last-mile connectors.
l A national grid of
central, state and private
operators belonging to a
common-pool of revenue
and profits – a collective
l FAME incentives only for
electric public transport
solutions – buses,
shared four-wheelers
and two-wheelers;
not for personal
electric transport.
Our measure of progress
and prosperity has to
move away from how
many can buy a personal
vehicle to how many can
use a reliable, safe and
sustainable mode of public
transport. That is truly
democratic mobility for
the millions.
@Byapok
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LITTLE
MASTER
With the BS6 norms now in place, Fiat’s
legendary 1.3-litre Multijet diesel is no more.
Shapur Kotwal pays homage to the
‘national’ diesel engine that
powered not one, not two,
but an incredible
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hanghai 2005, the spanking new
S
Formula 1 circuit. Grey skies, murky
clouds, and a haze so dense I can
barely see the end of the back
straight. Unlike the weather,
however, my disposition is sunny. Lined up, cheek
to cheek, wing mirror to wing mirror, are nothing
but the finest diesel cars on the planet. Here to
showcase the technical mastery of German
component maker and industry backbone Bosch,
the line-up includes cars from Mercedes, BMW,
Audi, Peugeot, Honda, Lancia, and Volkswagen
with its unit injector diesel tech.
As the day wears on and I pile on the laps, I
realise two things: diesel engines are set to change
forever, and, of all the heavy metal on offer, it’s
the diminutive Lancia that’s the most impressive.
Sure, the unit injector-based engines which VW
once pioneered have a lot of torque, the Merc
sings along nicely, and the big BMW 7 feels like
it’s powered by a jet engine, but which one sits
atop the pile? It’s the Lancia with Fiat’s little
1,248cc Multijet.
It’s just an absolute delight to drive. Yes, there
is that initial bit of turbo lag, but get past that and
it feels zingy, loves to rev, and has tremendous
punch in the mid-range. And the claimed fuel-
economy figures are just crazy. Also, and this is
important, it’s the most un-diesel-like diesel I’ve
ever driven.
DESIGN AND ENGINEERING
Should have known better, it was Fiat who all
but invented the common-rail diesel engine as
we know it today. First came the Jet Turbo Diesel
(JTD) under the bonnet of the Alfa Romeo 156
with its Unijet system, and then Fiat took it a
step further and introduced Multijet, which, as its
name suggests, used multiple injections of diesel
for every power stroke. To help with development,
Fiat roped in Bosch, who eventually bought the
rights to the system and helped it proliferate. The
common-rail system eventually proved to be so
good, almost every diesel car on sale today uses a
version of Fiat’s system.
But what was is it that gave Multijet and
common-rail such an uncommon advantage?
Let’s start at the beginning. Diesels actually
became attractive for automotive use after the
introduction of the turbocharger. The advantages?
Huge torque, better responses in the mid-range,
and even slightly improved efficiency. Then came
direct injection from truck engines, and that
upped low-end torque and fuel economy even
further. Direct-injection, however, made engines
slow to respond due to the higher pressure needed
to inject fuel directly into the cylinder head, and
then because the combustion or burn became
faster and more spikey, DI engines rattled more
and became louder.
So, what exactly did Fiat do? Simply put,
common-rail direct injection (CRDi) and Multijet
use a very high-pressure injection system that
fires multiple injections of fuel for every power
stroke. This improves engine responsiveness
and smoothens out combustion by progressively
spacing out the ‘explosions’. Multiple injections

Fiat all but invented the
modern common-rail
diesel engine, as we know
it today, with Multijet.
 It was, however, a very high-tech and expensive
FIAT 1.3 MULTIJET TRIBUTE
and a very high rail pressure are now widespread
in modern diesels, but it was the compact and
affordable Fiat that democratised the CRDi tech
that was once the preserve of high-end diesels.
MAKE IN INDIA
The story of the Multijet in India, however, didn’t
start with Fiat. The Italian carmaker could have
been first off the blocks – it should have – but
Fiat’s product planners at the time didn’t quite
have the numbers to localise the engine and so
decided to adopt a wait and watch philosophy.
Suzuki, on the other hand, because of its one-time
alliance with GM and Fiat, had been working
on using the Multijet engine to bolster sales in
Europe as early as 2004. And then, since it had the
numbers in India and the supplier base, and could
localise the engine, the first-gen Swift was the first
car in India to get Fiat’s 1.3 Multijet, in 2007.
The combination was just lethal. With its
distinctive shape, comfortable front seats, good
driving manners, and 190Nm of torque, the Swift
was both frugal and fun. Customers particularly
liked the punchy torque delivery and petrol
engine-like ‘light’ and rev-happy feel. Clearly
remember that big grey rev counter, with the
needle going all the way past 5,000rpm. And once
you got it over 2,000rpm, that strong mid-range
made driving the Swift diesel on a light throttle
an absolute joy. What sealed the deal, however,
was the incredible 15-17kpl in the real world,
depending on conditions. Was it any wonder then
that sales just went ballistic, even with the about
Rs 70,000 premium over the petrol?
How did Maruti get it so right? “We just
asked for the liveliest, most fun state of tune,”
said a senior engineer at the company. “While
the European setup would only deliver max
performance if you floored the throttle, our car
was tuned to respond very strongly if the driver
so much as squeezed the pedal.” This is partly
why the Swift diesel actually felt faster in the
real world than its 0-100kph time of 13.87sec
suggested, and when you drove it, even at part
throttle, it just flew down the road. Maruti
engineers even paid attention to how they tuned
the accelerator for feel.
engine, and localisation was the key to knock
costs down. Suzuki invested Rs 2,500 crore
in an all-new engine plant at Manesar, with
localisation levels as high as 75 percent from day
one. Critical (and expensive) components were
sourced locally, right from day one, with the five
Cs – the crankshaft, camshaft, cylinder head,
cylinder block, and even the ‘cracked’ connecting
rods – coming from Indian suppliers. And then
Bosch soon made the fuel rail, the fuel pump
and injectors in India too, taking local content
up even further. Whereas Suzuki was the first
to produce the engine in Manesar, Fiat kicked
off Multijet production in Ranjangaon, which
increased Multijet volumes further. Many of the
suppliers were jointly approved, and the increased
economies of scale from combined Maruti and
Fiat production, made deeper localisation viable,
and parts like the water pump, oil pump, and the
fuel pump were locally sourced.
Fiat, however, tuned the engine differently.
Performance was more measured and less urgent,
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 One engine. 5 brands. 24 models.
MARUTI SWIFT (1ST GEN) 0-100:13.87s
FIAT 500 0-100:15.18s
FIAT PALIO STILE 0-100:15.49s
TATA VISTA (75HP/90HP) 0-100:16.36/13.90s
MARUTI SWIFT 0-100:14.32s
DZIRE (1ST GEN)
FIAT LINEA (75HP/90HP) 0-100:18.92/17.81s
FIAT GRANDE
PUNTO (75HP/90HP) 0-100:17.84/15.88s
TATA MANZA 0-100:14.54s
MARUTI RITZ 0-100:15.18s
MARUTI SWIFT (2ND GEN) 0-100:13.65s
MARUTI SX4 0-100:13.80s
MARUTI SWIFT
DZIRE (2ND GEN) 0-100:13.40s
MARUTI ERTIGA 0-100:14.28s
CHEVROLET SAIL U-VA 0-100:15.25s
PREMIER RIO 0-100:20.26s
MODEL

CHEVROLET SAIL 0-100:15.48s

CHEVROLET ENJOY 0-100:21.36s
FIAT PUNTO EVO 0-100:15.88s
FIAT AVVENTURA 0-100:15.10s
TATA ZEST (90HP) 0-100:14.78s
MARUTI CIAZ 0-100:15.54s
TATA BOLT 0-100:16.58s
MARUTI BALENO 0-100:12.92s
MARUTI S-CROSS 0-100:13.72s
FIAT URBAN CROSS 0-100:15.52s
MARUTI VITARA BREZZA 0-100:12.96s
MARUTI DZIRE (3RD GEN) 0-100:13.67s
MARUTI IGNIS 0-100:12.63s
MARUTI SWIFT (3RD GEN) 0-100:13.32s
MARUTI ERTIGA (2ND GEN) 0-100:14.35s

2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020
l Speeds in kph

YEAR
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
Localisation of over
75 percent was a key
factor in the engine’s
widespread success.

∆ and what also made a difference was that
Fiat’s cars were more solidly built; the Grande
Punto diesel, for example, was around 50-odd
kilogrammes heavier than the Swift diesel back
in the day.
Not long after the Swift diesel was introduced
came the mods and performance boxes. These
took performance up substantially, the slug of
torque now experienced much stronger. The
fastest Swift diesels clocked 0-100 times of around
11.9sec, and many a time all you needed was a
simple performance box from Pete’s. And then
the 90hp version of the engine was introduced;
it delivered even more performance and stronger
acceleration. Maruti’s diesel Brezza actually did
the 0-100 sprint in 12.96sec. Let’s not forget the
Brezza weighed in at 1,195kg. The 90hp version
ran a higher max rail pressure of 1,600bar versus
1,400 of the 75hp version; the engine had a
variable geometry turbo, and it used modified
pistons and piston rings.
HELLO TATA
Possibly the biggest beneficiary of the Multijet
engine was Tata Motors, and this is one of the
main reasons why the company entered into a
joint venture with Fiat. This masterstroke of Ratan
Tata meant that Fiat’s Ranjangaon plant would be
folded into a 50:50 Fiat-Tata Motors JV, and this
included a 1,00,000 units capacity for the Multijet
which, in addition to Fiat’s line-up, would be used
in future Tata cars. There is no doubt that it was
the Multijet that kept Tata Motors in the diesel
race and the Indica Vista with this frugal and
peppy engine, enjoyed a good run of success. The
engine made money for Tata Motors too. When
Maruti Suzuki utilised all of its Manesar plant’s
MULTIJET BY THREE-FOURTHS: GM’S 3-CYLINDER XSDE
WHEN FIAT MADE the 1.3 Multijet, it also had plans
to develop a 1.0-litre, three-cylinder version of
the same engine. It, however, scrapped
the idea before it got into
production because it just
didn’t make sense. To begin
with, the engine was already
so compact, it could easily be
shoehorned into just about
any Fiat engine bay. Weight
wasn’t an issue either – the
engine was already pretty
light, at 130kg. And what worked
against the three-cylinder was
that the weight advantage lost by
lopping off one cylinder was negated
3,00,000 units per year engine capacity, it was
forced to buy engines from the Ranjangaon JV for
a hefty price!
SIZE IS EVERYTHING
The Multijet rode the diesel boom in India like
no other. Cheap to manufacture, cheap to run,
and cheap to maintain, this light and compact
engine went on to power 24 individual models
from five car manufactures. Weighing just 130kg
fully dressed, components and ancillaries and all,
the engine was a lightweight; and that’s despite
having a cast-iron block for better heat dissipation
and greater strength. What also helped was
that it was a compact unit – just 50cm long and
65cm high. It was so compact that Fiat planned
(but never built) a three-cylinder version of the
unit. That was left to one-time partner GM; it
‘re-engineered’ the three-cylinder version and
actually manufactured it here in India, and slipped
it under the hood of the Chevrolet Beat (see box).
GM India also produced its own version of the
Multijet at the company’s Talegaon plant. In fact,
it had equal rights to this engine after the JV with
Fiat ended. The engine powered several of GM’s
brands, but in India, it was used for products
from the stable of the SAIC-GM-Wuling alliance
in China. However, the 1.3 never enjoyed the
same level of success in these Chinese-based cars
which were never engineered to take diesels. The
complexity of integrating the engine led to quality
issues which manifested itself in product recalls.
GM India even turned the engine 90 degrees to a
‘north-south’ orientation to power the rear wheels
of the Enjoy MPV, originally a Chinese Wuling.
This is something even Premier, Fiat’s original
partner in India, did. It used the engine to power
its Daihatsu Terios-based Rio, the first compact
SUV in India. Needless to say, it was a massive
step up from the unit it was using earlier –
Peugeot’s TUD5 – and Premier found it to be
“outstanding in all parameters”.
BULLET-PROOF
For such a complex, high-tech engine running
such a high-pressure fuel-injection system,
the Multijet was very reliable. Suzuki actually
exported a fair number to its plant in Hungary,
which were then re-exported to the rest of Europe.
And its reliability record was fabulous. Maruti
service heads we spoke to can’t remember ever
with the need for a heavy balancer shaft.
A 58hp, 963cc, three-cylinder version of the
Multijet engine was eventually made at
an additional cost of 54 million Euros.
However, it wasn’t Fiat that did the
‘re-engineering’ and tooling; it was one-
time partner General Motors, who also
owned rights to the engine. It wasn’t the
smoothest diesel around at high engine
speeds, it struggled on highways (0-
100kph took 18.59sec), and packaging it
under the compact bonnet of the Beat was
difficult too. Still, it was fairly refined at low
speeds, and for a time was the most fuel-
efficient car in India with an ARAI-certified
figure of 25.44kpl.
FIAT 1.3 MULTIJET TRIBUTE
5 TD HI DI NN G’ TS KYNOOUW
1 The world’s press was so impressed by the
performance and fuel economy of Fiat’s 1.3
Multijet diesel it won the prestigious International
Engine of the Year Award in 2005.
2 The engine was sold under many names.
Multijet, of course, was the name Fiat
used, but it was also sold as the DDiS by Maruti,
Quadrajet by Tata, Smartech by Chevrolet, and
CRDi4 by Premier.
3 There were a total of five versions of this
engine. The range started with the 70hp
version, we got the 75hp version and the 90hp
version, and the Multijet II was even available with
95 and 105hp.
4 In its most advanced state, Fiat’s Multijet II
uses up to eight injections per stroke and rail
pressure as high as 2,000bar. Some of the tech
can be found on the 2.0 in the Jeep Compass.
5 Other companies that used Fiat’s 1.3 Multijet
diesel in differing states of tune included Alfa
Romeo, Lancia, Ford, Opel, and Peugeot.
opening the engine to deal with a problem. “It
was super reliable,” said one of them, “we only
had to open engines where people filled petrol
by mistake”. A timing chain change at around
1,00,000km, however, was needed to keep the
engine in the peak of health, a bit earlier than
was recommended. Maruti service engineers
also recommended changing the pulley, as “that
reduced the play and allowed the engine to
function with greater precision, improving both
efficiency and power delivery.”
Could the 1.3 Multijet have carried on with
the new BS6 norms coming in? Technically, yes;
the engine exists in Euro 6 form in Europe. But
Suzuki, it is said, didn’t want to pay the high
license fees. So the 1.3 Multijet was actually
discontinued because orders dried up. Fiat as a
brand is extinct in India, GM has folded shop,
Tata has its own BS6 diesel, and Maruti had its
1.5 DDiS. The latter, however, doesn’t meet the
BS6 norms, yet. Should Maruti have carried on
with Fiat’s 1.3 Multijet? We’ll only know the
answer to that next April, when sales figures for
the year are out.
All together, Fiat’s baby diesel powered nearly
three million cars in India, and in the process
probably saved millions of dollars in fuel costs.
Do the back of the envelope calculation; it was
almost always the most fuel-efficient car in its
class. Marketed as the Multijet by Fiat, DDiS
by Maruti-Suzuki, Quadrajet by Tata, Smartech
by Chevrolet, and CRDi4 by Premier (Fiat’s
original partner in India), the engine powered
front-wheel-drive cars and even rear-wheel-drive
cars. FCA still makes and sells the larger 2.0
Multijet in India, and it powers SUVs like the
Jeep Compass, MG Hector and the Tata Harrier.
But that’s a far cry from its heydays, where the
1.3 Multijet powered 16 individual models, all at
the same time. AI
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A mid-life update gives the X1 BS6 engines and more tech.
Is it an improvement over its predecessor?
FIRST VERDICT
A better all-rounder than before.
HHHHHHHIII
SO GOOD
n Improved NVH levels
n Best-in-class space
NO GOOD
n Not as well equipped as rivals
n Dash design feels dated
2020 BMW X1
So is it just another typical BMW-
esque minor update or is there a lot
more to it? Well, let’s find out.
Let’s begin with the obvious – the
tweaked exterior. As seen on almost
every recent BMW, the X1 too gets
a larger kidney grille that’s in line
with its bigger siblings like the X5,
X6, and X7. That said, the painted
silver vertical slats on the X1’s grille
don’t look as premium, leaving us
wanting a bit more bling as seen
on the larger SUVs. Other changes
include a new front bumper,
repositioned fog lamps that are now
and larger exhaust tips.
Get inside the X1 and you’ll see
the changes are subtle here too. The
8.8-inch touchscreen takes centre
stage, but its wider orientation
makes it appear smaller than it
actually is. What has improved,
however, is the user interface.
It’s new, quicker and a lot more
intuitive, and there’s wireless
Apple CarPlay, which
Rear gets new tail-lamps,
.
slightly larger exhaust tips
when combined with the wide
touchscreen, works rather well.
Other additions include a new gear
lever that is nicely designed, and
configurable ambient lighting.
Luckily, BMW hasn’t changed
anything when it comes to the sheer
amount of space the SUV packs. The
seats all around are still spacious,
and the panoramic sunroof means

T
he entry-level luxury SUV horizontal LED strips instead of
PHOTOGRAPHY PAUL DEWARS

segment is one of the most round ones, and LED headlamps in

important ones in terms of
sales for carmakers in India.
And this year will see a major rejig
of the segment with the launch of
the new Mercedes-Benz GLA and
the Audi Q3. Not one to be left
behind, BMW has decided to bring
the updated X1 facelift to India.
place of projectors.
Viewed in profile, the updated
X1 looks similar to the previous car,
but this sDrive20d xLine variant
gets redesigned 17-inch wheels.
Around the rear, the changes are
subtle, and include mildly updated
LED tail-lamps, a revised bumper,

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that there’s enough light in the
cabin, making it feel airy. Another
positive is the best-in-class boot, at
a whopping 500 litres, and there’s
no pesky space-saver taking up any
room; the spare is under the boot.
And to keep up with the times,
BMW has provided two USB Type-C
charging points at the rear.
While the changes on the outside
and inside are a mix of subtle and
obvious, it’s the changes under the
bonnet that need to be focused on.
The updated X1 (petrol and diesel)
is BS6-compliant. The one here is
the 2.0-litre, four-cylinder diesel
unit that makes 190hp and 400Nm
of torque – figures unchanged
from the BS4 model. The new
engine meets BS6 emission norms
by adding in a diesel particulate
filter (DPF) and selective catalyst
reduction (SCR) that uses AdBlue,
which can be filled via a port next to
the fuel filler.
LED headlamps come as standard.
Dashboard retains older
design but gets new tech.
Larger kidney grille is more in line with bigger siblings.
Even though the engine outputs
are the same, there is a noticeable
change in the way it sounds and
drives. For starters, it is quieter
compared to the older unit, both
while idling and while being pushed
hard. NVH levels, in general, are
much better too. BMW’s new
mapping has also made the engine
a lot more linear in terms of power
delivery, and while that does make
it easier to drive, especially in
traffic, the typical punch the unit
was known for will be missed.
But if you do want that kind of
fun, and for the relentless turbo
torque to move your soul, toggle the
drive mode into ‘Sport’, shift the
gearbox into ‘S’, or use the paddles
to go through the 8-speed gearbox.
100kph comes up in just 7.9sec,
marginally faster than the last-gen
car (our figures of the older X1 were
from the all-wheel-drive model).
Speaking of all-wheel drive, it isn’t
8.8in screen; wireless Apple CarPlay.
Has the best-in-class rear seats.
offered on the updated X1, even on
the top-spec MSport trim.
The X1 facelift is also a bit more
comfortable. Now while that can be
attributed to the xLine’s 225/55 R17
tyres, BMW has also added some
more suppleness to the suspension
setup. Bump absorption is better
than before, and although there
is that typical underlying sense of
BMW firmness, the X1 is now a lot
more forgiving on bad roads, while
still offering high-speed composure.
With these updates, BMW
seems to have aimed its entry-level
luxury SUV towards a more varied
audience. Gone are the days when a
Bimmer would be as stiff as a board
and the epitome of driving pleasure.
Instead, its products are now
extremely well-sorted all-rounders,
and the X1 is just that.
It looks good, even with that
behemoth grille, it has great road
manners, is well equipped and
6 colour options for ambient lighting.
spacious too. The model here costs
Rs 39.90 lakh (ex-showroom,
India), and prices are about
Rs 40,000-60,000 more than the
previous car, depending on the
variant. Considering the changes
and updated engines BMW has
introduced, this is not bad at all.
Also, while there’s no top-spec
AWD model anymore, there is a
new base SportX model that brings
the entry price down to Rs 35.90
lakh (ex-showroom, India), against
the previous model’s Rs 38.30 lakh.
CYRUS DHABHAR
BMW X1 sDrive20d xLine
Price Rs 39.90 lakh*
L/W/H 4447/2060/1598mm
Wheelbase 2670mm
*EX-SHOWROOM, INDIA
Engine 4 cyl, 1995cc, diesel
Power 190hp at 4000rpm
Torque 400Nm at 1750-2500rpm
Gearbox 8-speed automatic
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MERCEDES-BENZ GLC COUPE
The GLC Coupe, earlier available only in AMG guise, now comes in 300
and 300d avatars. We drive the diesel variant to see what it’s like.
FIRST VERDICT
Apart from engine refinement,
it doesnt excel in any area but
does enough to get noticed.
HHHHHHHIII
SO GOOD
n Engine refinement
NO GOOD
n Not engaging to drive
n Tight on space
I
’ve said it before and I’ll say it
again, like them or not, SUV-
coupés are here to stay. And so
with the launch of the GLC Coupe
facelift, Mercedes Benz has widened
the range. Where earlier the Coupe
was sold as an AMG only, the
facelift gets two versions – a petrol
300 4Matic and a diesel 300d
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4Matic – with the AMG version set
to follow later.
Furthermore, unlike the earlier
AMG, which was imported into
India as a fully built-up unit, the
new GLC Coupe is now assembled
here, and is better placed to take
on the BMW X4, which is also
available with petrol and diesel
options. But leaving aside its fellow
German rival for now, what is the
GLC Coupe like?
The facelift is a minor one, with
subtle tweaks to the grille, bumper
and headlights which are multi-
beam LED units that automatically
adjust light throw to prevent
dazzling the oncoming traffic. It
gets new 19-inch, six-spoke alloys,
and the tail-lights like the ones seen
on Merc’s new SUVs.
On the inside, too, the update
is subtle, but a big welcome is the
introduction of the new Mercedes
MBUX connectivity system, and the
connected car experience with an
onboard SIM. While the previous
COMAND system was quite
outdated in its UI and lacked a
touchscreen, the new system is slick
and easy to use, and brings with it
a touch-sensitive pad in the centre
console, two mini touchpads on the
new steering wheel, and a larger,
touch-sensitive 10.25-inch screen
as well. I, however, would have
preferred if Mercedes had retained
the older click wheel on the centre
console, as it made controlling
certain functions easier while on
the move.
There is also the new ‘Hey
Mercedes’ voice command
assistant that can recognise
conversational voice commands,
with Android Auto and Apple
CarPlay connectivity, and a built-
in navigation system. Another
small but welcome addition here is
wireless charging, but the switch
to Type-C-only USB ports isn’t a
great touch.
Unlike the regular GLC’s physical
dials, the Coupe gets a digital
instrument panel with simulated
dials that can be altered based on
your preferences and the driving
mode too. There’s also a memory
function for the driver’s seat.
Seating comfort overall is top-
notch. Rear seating is comfortable
with good back support, and there’s
enough headroom thanks to a
scooped-out headlining. Still, you
do feel a bit hemmed in due to the
lower roof and smaller windows.
As mentioned earlier, the facelift
comes with petrol and diesel mills.
The petrol is a 2.0-litre, four-
cylinder unit that makes 250hp and
370Nm of torque, while the diesel
is a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder unit
that puts out 245hp and 500Nm of
torque. Both are BS6-compliant and
are the same units from the regular
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GLC. However, while in the regular
car, they are in the lower 200 and
220d states of tune, in the Coupe
they are in the higher ‘300’ guise.
The diesel is the newer 2.0-litre
OM654 unit that replaces the 2.1-
litre OM651 engine in the Mercedes
fleet, and just like in the regular
car, the impressive bit is the level
of refinement. Noise and vibrations
are minimal and you’d have to try
real hard to remember there’s an oil
burner under the hood.
Power delivery is very linear and
strong all the way up to around
4,500rpm, where the 9-speed
automatic gearbox will upshift,
no matter what drive mode you
are in. Even in manual mode, the
gearbox will not allow you to hit the
redline that’s marked at 5,500rpm.
Mercedes claims a 0-100kph time
of 6.6sec against the 220d’s 7.9sec,
and the GLC Coupe does feel faster
from behind the wheel which is
well-weighted in the sportier modes
and light enough in ‘Comfort’.
The suspension has been
Whether idling or on the move,
softened here, it absorbs bumps
refinement is excellent.
well and keeps you quite isolated
inside. While this is fine on the
regular car, I really wished this car
had a sportier setup – not super-
firm like the AMG, but adjustable
dampers would have been nice; this
is a Coupe after all.
In a way, this sums up the GLC
Coupe. It sits in no man’s land; it’s
neither as practical as the regular
car, nor is it as much fun as the
AMG. But, if you’ve always fancied
the appeal of an SUV-coupé, you
Touchpad replaces clickwheel.
now don’t have to go the whole
way into AMG territory and stretch
your wallet too. You can enjoy the
sportier image, get some extra
performance at the pedal and a bit
more equipment for not too much
of a premium of around Rs 6 lakh.
The 300d Coupe 4Matic is priced
at Rs 63.70 lakh, while the regular
220d 4Matic diesel costs Rs 57.75
lakh (ex-showroom, pan-India).
It all boils down to your
Familiar dash but new steering, instrument panel and touchscreen too. Steering touchpads work well.
disposition towards SUV-coupés.
If you are not a fan, look at the
regular GLC, but if you love them,
you now have more choice. Also,
did I mention? Mercedes says the
AMG is likely to follow too.
SERGIUS BARRETTO

MERCEDES BENZ GLC COUPE 300d

PHOTOGRAPHY PAUL DEWARS

Price 63.70 lakh*

L/W/H 4731/1890/1620mm
Wheelbase 2873mm
Engine 4 cyl, 1950cc, diesel
*EX-SHOWROOM, INDIA

Power 245hp at 4200rpm

Torque 500Nm at 1600-2400rpm
Gearbox 9-speed
Drive layout All-wheel drive Rear seating is comfortable but you do feel hemmed in. More useable space, as space-saver is under boot floor.

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LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
The Discovery Sport gets a mid-life facelift but the changes are more
than just skin-deep. Here’s what’s new.
FIRST VERDICT
More luxurious, better-equipped,
and the only 7-seater in its class.
HHHHHHHIII
SO GOOD
n Off-road prowess
n Cabin quality
NO GOOD
n Engine refinement
n Body roll, heavy steering
W
hen we talk about a facelift,
it usually means new
bumpers, new headlamps
and tail-lamps, and at times,
a minor update in the engine bay.
PHOTOGRAPHY OMKAR DHAS
The Discovery Sport’s facelift,
however, is different. Launched in
India five years ago, Land Rover
has given the Discovery Sport a
much-needed mid-life nip and
tuck, and while it’s referred to as a
‘facelift’, a huge change is that they
have switched to the new Premium
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Transverse Architecture – the same
platform that underpins the brand-
new Range Rover Evoque.
At first glance, the basic profile
and styling are all very familiar.
There are elements similar to
the ones on the larger Discovery,
especially around the front.
However, the bumper is now
smoother, more aggressive and
has a lot more girth to it. The
entry-level S variant seen here
gets a pronounced silver skid plate,
with unpainted claddings around
the edges and sides. The grille is
painted in a similar shade of silver
and sports the typical Land Rover
honeycomb design, while the
headlamps looks sharper, akin to
the ones on the bigger Discovery,
with new LED daytime running
lights and LED lighting standard
across variants. Moving to the side
and rear, changes are minimal,
but it has new wheels, and its
updated bumper gets a set of
new LED tail-lights with detailed
lighting elements.
Inside, the changes are obvious.
For starters, the rotary-knob gear
selector is gone, replaced now
with a more traditional lever. You
also have a much nicer-looking
dashboard with open-pore wood
inserts and a huge matte-finished,
soft-touch dashboard. There’s also
a large, 10.0-inch touchscreen
with a brand-new user interface,
and a gloss-black centre console
that houses the climate control
and drive mode functions. While
the top-spec variant gets a fully
digital instrument cluster, the base
S variant gets a part-digital, part-
analogue cluster that looks like a
bit of an afterthought at first, but is
actually rather well implemented.
This variant misses out on the
‘ClearSight’ rear-view camera and
mirror screen package but Land
Rover has retained features like the
massive panoramic sunroof and
powered tailgate.
One of the main draws of the
Discovery Sport has been its 7-seat
layout, and that is offered on the
updated model too. But while
there is a decent amount of space,
the second row offers slightly less
under-thigh support. Also, the seats
in the front and middle are overly
firm and just don’t feel as plush
as compared to some of its rivals.
The third row is best reserved for
children or short trips, as there
just isn’t enough space for adults
to sit comfortably.
Land Rover has updated the
Discovery Sport with a set of BS6-
compliant, 2.0-litre petrol and diesel
engines. The one here is the D180
that makes 177hp and 430Nm of
torque. And what you notice first is
the significantly lower NVH levels.
While there is still some gruffness
and it can’t really match the level
of refinement of German cars, it is
an improvement over the earlier
Discovery. The engine is mated to
a 9-speed torque converter that is
now more responsive compared to
what it was earlier – both in Drive
and Sport modes. If you have a light
enough right leg, the Discovery
Sport will be happy to cruise around
in 9th gear at speeds as low as
80kph, something most other SUVs
 FIRST DRIVE
with as many gears do not do.
However, that said, when you do
pin the throttle down and munch
through the revs, power delivery
starts to taper off and top-end
performance isn’t very strong.
If you have driven the pre-facelift
Discovery Sport, the difference in
handling is something you’ll notice.
The steering gives you confidence
in corners; although it’s a bit on
the heavier side and that might
be a bit off-putting to urban users.
Ride quality over extremely bad
and broken roads is noteworthy,
and it cushions out the worst of
Disco Sport is the only SUV in its class to get seven seats. our roads quite well. On the flip
side, the Disco Sport does pick
up the small ridges and partly
broken stretches, and there’s
also discernible body roll while
changing lanes or cornering hard.
So is the update big enough
for you to take notice? Yes, the
SUV certainly shows a remarkable
improvement over the pre-facelift
Discovery Sport. And while
engine refinement is still off the
mark (compared to rivals) and
its handling is not as sharp, it
does offer a contemporary look,
a cabin packed with tech (especially
the R-Dynamic variant), the option
to seat seven in a pinch though,
and, of course, the ability to go
off-road with relative ease. What’s
more, with its pricing undercutting
most of its rivals, the Discovery
Sport facelift does make a strong
case for itself.
Great ride quality on bad roads but there is noticeable body roll. CYRUS DHABHAR

Off-road modes make life easy.

Gear lever replaces rotary knob.

LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT D180 S

Price Rs 57.06 lakh
L/W/H 4600/2173/1724mm
Wheelbase 2741mm
*EX-SHOWROOM, INDIA

Engine 4 cyl, 1999cc, diesel

Power 177hp at 4000rpm
Torque 430Nm at 1750-2500rpm
Well-styled dashboard with open-wood pore inserts feels premium. Gearbox 9-speed automatic

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Ford’s updated luxury SUV takes on the magnificient
Sam dunes to prove its off-roading ability.
FIRST VERDICT
Just as comfy as before, but is
more refined and better off-road.
HHHHHHHHII
SO GOOD
n Engine refinement
n Off-road performance
NO GOOD
n Noisy at high revs
n No paddleshifters
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FORD ENDEAVOUR
J
ust a couple of months
ago, Shapur drove the
updated Endeavour and
was impressed with the
refinement of the new
2.0-litre BS6 diesel engine and the
responsiveness of the 10-speed
automatic gearbox, which is also
new. But that was on smooth, paved
tarmac and open highway stretches
where the Endeavour barely broke
a sweat. This time, however, things
were a bit different. The drive, set
in the vast expanse of the Thar
desert over the famous Sam sand
dunes in Jaisalmer, was going to
be a true test of the Endy’s off-road
credentials. The 2.0 engine, in the
top-spec Titanium+ trim, has all the
bells and whistles like four-wheel
drive and terrain modes. And there
couldn’t have been a better venue to
test how good the 10-speed gearbox
is off-tarmac.
Now, driving on sand, especially
over dunes, is quite different from
other terrains, as it calls for certain
measures to keep you going.
We had to lower the Endy’s tyre
pressures (down to 20PSI) for a
wider footprint and better traction.
Then, the car’s terrain select has
a Sand mode that adjusts power
delivery, gearshifts, and electronics
like traction control, to offer you
the required amount of traction and
power. What’s nice is that the new
10-speed gearbox has the ability to
limit the gears by a flick of a button
to ensure it won’t upshift past your
desired gear – quite a handy feature
to have, especially when driving up
steep and soft sand dunes.
On sand, having momentum
at all times is crucial, so throttle

control needs to be almost surgical.
Too much and you will dig yourself
in, too little and you will struggle
for traction. The Endeavour,
however, seemed unfazed and in
its element. The strong low-end
response means you never have to
dig in the accelerator too much, and
because you can limit the gears,
you can relax and focus on the path
ahead. Now, all said and done, the
Endeavour sits on a ladder-frame
chassis, and that comes through
over bumps and jumps, where
you are chucked around violently.
However, the car has an air of
indestructibility to it, and the new
engine, despite the drop in power,
Full-LED headlamps offer excellent illumination.
Gears can be limited to give you better control.

The Endy’s engine has enough grunt to get
you out of sticky situations.

has more than enough grunt to pull – an old village settlement with a
you out of sticky situations. rich history. The road was bumpy,
You also get a low-range mode but one that highlighted the new
with differential lock, and while we Endy’s softer suspension. Once we
never needed to engage it, it is quite turned onto the highway, the soft
handy and easy to use. Once we nature of the suspension was more
were done galloping over the dunes, evident here; it handled broken
we made a beeline for the flats roads with aplomb and was hugely
which goes through Turkon ki Basti comfortable in the city. The steering
Manual controls on the lever feel fiddly.
Low-range option to get out of tricky situations.
FIRST DRIVE
is light and consistent, which made
it enjoyable to drive as well. Another
highlight of the gearbox is its
SelectShift technology that allows
it to skip multiple gears at a time.
If you are cruising in 10th gear
and flex your right foot for a quick
overtake, the gearbox slips into
6th or even 5th to offer optimum
power, thereby making overtaking
a breeze. Same goes for upshifting.
It can shift from 6th to 9th even at
60kph. However, the shifts, while
quick, aren’t completely seamless,
and the gearbox is quite sensitive to
throttle inputs. Even the slightest
flex of the right foot is registered
and that keeps the gearbox working
constantly. On the other hand,
choosing to shift manually using the
‘+’ and ‘-‘buttons on the gear lever
gives you full control of the gearbox
and it won’t upshift until you toggle
the buttons. This also means you
yearn for paddleshifters as it would
have elevated the driving experience
that much more.
Coming to the new BS6 engine,
it’s refined and not as gruff as
older 2.2 diesel unit, but it does
get audible inside the cabin past
2,500rpm. Speaking of the cabin,
there aren’t many big changes here,
except for a new gear lever. You still
get the leather-wrapped dashboard
with double stitching, an 8.0-inch
touchscreen with SYNC3, and the
broad and hugely comfortable,
powered seats. The equipment and
safety list is also the same, apart
from the headlamps which get full-
LED treatment now.
Prices for the new Endeavour
start at Rs 29.55 lakh for the two-
wheel-drive Titanium trim, and go
up to Rs 33.25 lakh for the top-spec,
all-wheel-drive Titanium+. While
the prices may seem closer to the old
car’s, this is an introductory offer
and you can expect an increase of
around Rs 70,000 from May 1, 2020.
To sum it up, what Ford has done
is give the Endy a new heart while
holding on to its ‘tough as nails’
character. The advanced 10-speed
automatic gearbox has further
strengthened the Endeavour’s
capability and the soft suspension
has improved comfort, making the
SUV an even better proposition.
JAY PATIL
FORD ENDEAVOUR TITANIUM+
Price Rs 33.25 lakh*
L/W/H 4903/1869/1837mm
Wheelbase 2850mm
*EX-SHOWROOM, DELHI
Engine 4 cyl, 1996cc, turbo-diesel
Power 170hp at 3500rpm
Torque 420Nm at 2000-2500rpm
Gearbox 10-speed automatic
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MARUTI SUZUKI
VITARA BREZZA PETROL
The formerly diesel-only Vitara Brezza makes the
dramatic shift to petrol-only power for the BS6 era.
Does it have the same mass appeal as the original?

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FIRST VERDICT
Brezza petrol is pleasant to drive
but package lacks wow factor.
HHHHHHHHII
SO GOOD
n Engine refinement
n Practical cabin
NO GOOD
n Autos are pricey
n Misses some features
I
n an ideal world, the Maruti
Suzuki Vitara Brezza should
have waltzed into the BS6
emissions era with a new
1.5-litre diesel engine in place
of the older BS4 Fiat-sourced
1.3-litre diesel. However, things
didn’t go to plan. Maruti Suzuki’s
new in-house 1.5 diesel does not
meet the latest emission standards
and this forced the carmaker to
take the tough decision to withdraw
the engine after its very short stint
under the hood of the Ciaz and
Ertiga. As a consequence, come
April 1, 2020, Maruti will have a
petrol-only range, and that also
means a big change to the formerly
diesel-only Brezza.
Enter the Vitara Brezza petrol.
It has the job of maintaining
the Brezza’s position at the top
of the compact SUV sales chart.
Maruti, for its part, is confident
the Brezza petrol will replace
diesel volumes 1:1.
COOL CUSTOMER
The Brezza petrol shares its 1.5-litre,
four-cylinder, naturally-aspirated
petrol engine with the Ciaz sedan
and Ertiga MPV. The unit makes
105hp at 6,000rpm and 138Nm
of torque at 4,400rpm, which
aren’t shining figures for the
compact SUV segment. However,
in everyday driving, you won’t have
reason to complain. The engine is
smooth and quiet, there’s enough
pep at low speeds and, though
unexciting, there’s a pleasant
build of speed. Overtaking traffic
doesn’t pose much of a problem
either, but what’s missing is that
mid-range kick that you’d get on
a turbocharged engine, the old
Brezza’s diesel included. That being
said, the Vitara Brezza petrol isn’t
slow. In our preliminary tests, the
Brezza petrol did the 0-100kph
dash in a brisk 11.89sec (a Venue
turbo takes 11.24sec), 20-80kph in
third gear in a class-best 11.40sec,
and 40-100kph in fourth in a
respectable 14.88sec. The 1.5 petrol
engine isn’t quick-revving and tops
out at just over 6,000rpm. Still,
keep your foot pinned down and
you’ll like the way the engine winds
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in the top end of the rev band. The
throaty note from the unit also adds
some character.
The Brezza petrol’s standard-fit
5-speed manual gearbox requires
little effort, and the light clutch
is also easy to live with in town.
Also on offer is an automatic
transmission-equipped version
that features a 4-speed torque
converter. While not cutting
edge, it’s a more sophisticated
unit than the old Brezza diesel’s
AMT. Shifts on the Brezza petrol-
auto are smooth and the gearbox
is well in tune with the engine’s
easy-going character. Driving
with a light foot will have the
gearbox shift to a higher gear for
the best economy. It’s when you
want immediate power that the
gearbox tends to falter, taking a
bit of time to get to the right gear.
For average needs, performance
is more than acceptable. ◊
PHOTOGRAPHY ASHLEY BAXTER
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 A new touchscreen infotainment system is the only change to the Vitara Brezza’s interior. The dash is user-friendly and all controls fall easy to hand.
∆ Interestingly, the Brezza auto,
with an ARAI-tested fuel economy
of 18.76kpl, is more efficient
than the manual which is rated
at 17.03kpl. Part of the reason
for this is Suzuki’s SHVS mild-
hybrid system that’s exclusive
to the automatic versions. The
system comprises an integrated
starter generator and a lithium-ion
battery, and adds mild motor assist
under hard acceleration, energy
recuperation on deceleration, and
auto start/stop functionality.

Performance is good but you miss the
mid-range punch that rival turbo-petrols offer.
In other areas, too, the Vitara
 point is the upgrade to the bright
Brezza feels different now. The
steering is lighter and requires
less effort to twirl, while low-
speed bump absorption seems
to have improved too. You don’t
feel as much of the surface
imperfections as before. On the
flip side, the steering has lost some
of the older Vitara’s directness,
which takes away confidence at
higher speeds. There’s also more
vertical movement when you
go faster.
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HAVEN’T WE MET?
The Maruti Vitara Brezza gets an
updated look for 2020. Sure, Maruti
hasn’t tinkered with the compact
SUV’s well-accepted squarish stance
or made any sheet-metal changes
elsewhere either, but there are
still enough details to distinguish
Brezzas old and new. Up front,
the grille sports a new four-slat
design and there’s a thicker swathe
of chrome too. Metal eyebrows
add some sparkle to the familiar
headlights but the bigger talking
dual-projector LED units – a first-
in-segment feature. New LED
daytime running lights that double
as the indicators and LED fog lights
are also part of the new lighting
package. The front bumper has also
been redone, with new fog-lamp
enclosures and a larger scuff plate.
In profile, attractive new 16-inch
precision-cut alloy wheels are your
only giveaway of this being the
updated Brezza. LED elements
for the revamped tail-lamps and
a larger scuff plate for the rear Touch responses are significantly
bumper complete the makeover. better now, and the general layout
There aren’t many changes to of the menus is also easy enough
the Brezza’s interior. The simple to use on the go. There’s no eSIM-
but user-friendly dashboard has based connected tech but the
been retained, and the only real system offers the option to use
talking point is the incorporation your phone’s internet connection
of Maruti’s latest SmartPlay Studio to stream music, get weather
touchscreen infotainment system. updates, and even get restaurant
K E E PI N G I T N AT U R A L
GIVEN THAT THE Mahindra XUV300, Hyundai Venue and Tata Nexon are
offered with three-cylinder, turbo-petrol engines, we’d half expected Maruti
to go the turbocharged route for the Brezza petrol as well. And Maruti even
had the engine for the job, in the erstwhile Baleno RS’ sophisticated 1.0
Boosterjet unit. However, as Maruti insiders put it, the challenge of marketing
the small engine to customers who associate power with displacement (and
the cost factor too) meant the carmaker had to look at alternatives. And that’s
the backstory of Maruti’s decision to employ the four-cylinder, naturally-
aspirated K15 1.5-litre engine on the Brezza petrol.

suggestions. That Android Auto
and Apple CarPlay are included
will suffice for most, though. Still,
there’s the feeling that Maruti could
have added more equipment. A
sunroof, rear air-con, and side and
curtain airbags should have been
included on top-spec versions, at
least. Still, auto headlights and
There’s a good deal of room at the back. 60:40 rear-seat split adds flexibility.
Graphic shows hybrid tech at work.
wipers, auto climate control, auto-
dimming mirror, keyless entry and
go, and a new leather-wrapped
steering wheel are included.
As before, access to the Brezza’s
cabin is convenient, while the
relatively high seating position
and upright pillars give that all-
important feel of driving an SUV.
Li-ion battery eats into foot room.
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4-speed automatic is smooth.
Hybrid tech is exclusive to autos.
Quiet petrol engine equals a
calmer experience than what
the Brezza diesel offered. LED tail-lamps help freshen rear end.
There’s plenty of room at the back its strengths. The engine is better
and passengers will like the view out than the power and torque numbers
of the large windows too. A point might lend you to believe, and
to note on the automatic is that refinement levels are far better than
the lithium-ion battery’s position the noisy and clattery diesel’s.
under the front-passenger seat All said, the Maruti Suzuki Vitara
compromises foot space for the rear Brezza petrol might not be a model
passenger. The boot is well shaped that pulls at your heartstrings but
and should you need more space, it is practical, easy to live with and
there’s always the option to split the makes for an all-round sensible
rear seat 60:40. buy. And those are the reasons to be
interested in one.
THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE? NIKHIL BHATIA
Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza
petrol-manual prices start at
Rs 7.34 lakh and top off at Rs 9.98
MARUTI SUZUKI VITARA BREZZA
lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). Brezza
ZXI+/ZXI+ AT
automatic prices range from Price Rs 9.98/11.40 lakh
Rs 9.75 lakh to Rs 11.40 lakh. While L/W/H 3995/1790/1640mm
the Brezza’s prices are on par with Wheelbase 2500mm
those of rivals, it’s not as competitive Engine 4 cyl, 1462cc petrol/with ISG
as it ought to have been. The Power 105hp at 6000rpm
reason? The Brezza’s 1,462cc engine Torque 138Nm at 4400rpm
means Maruti’s compact SUV does Gearbox 5-speed manual/
not qualify for small-car excise sops 4-speed auto
available to models with length of Acceleration (from rest)*
*PERFORMANCE FIGURES NOT TO AUTOCAR TEST STANDARDS
under 4m and petrol engines with Kph Sec Sec
displacement under 1,200cc. 20 1.13 1.32
Sadly, what the Vitara Brezza 40 2.69 3.32
petrol lacks is novelty value. Yes, 60 5.09 5.66
the facelift helps, but there’s a 80 8.28 9.26
nagging feeling that Maruti missed 100 11.89 13.45
a chance to up the cabin ambience In-gear acceleration
and add more features. It sticks too 20-80kph (in 3rd/kickdown)
close to formula and doesn’t feel any 11.4/7.96sec
more than the 2016 model rehashed 40-100kph (in 4th/kickdown)
for 2020. 14.88/10.14sec
Even so, the Brezza petrol has
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2020 HYUNDAI CRETA

Just how do you improve on one of the best SUVs of the last decade?
Piling on the equipment and adding more powertrain options sure
helps, but Hyundai seems to have gone a step further.
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A
liens, The Godfather Part II,
FIRST VERDICT The Empire Strikes Back, The
Dark Knight – these are all
Fully loaded with all the stuff
movie sequels that are widely
modern Indian buyers crave.
regarded to be superior to the
HHHHHHHHHI blockbuster that came before them.
Making them couldn’t have been
SO GOOD an easy task when the original was
n Equipment so good to begin with. Similarly, it
n Rear-seat comfort couldn’t have been easy to make the
second-generation Hyundai Creta,
NO GOOD especially considering the old one
n Polarising design was at the top of its game right until
the end of its life. Love it or hate it,
there’s no two ways about it – it was
nothing short of a blockbuster.
There are some stronger rivals
now (one in particular from
Hyundai’s own backyard), and
many more just around the
corner, so the time couldn’t be
riper for the second-generation
Creta. Can it be the sequel that
surpasses the original?
THE EMPEROR’S
NEW CLOTHES
A big contributor to the first Creta’s
FIRST DRIVE
success were its strong, SUV-like
proportions. It wasn’t very large
or imposing, and in fact, before
the facelift, you could even call the
looks quite dull, but it had just the
right shape and that worked. The
new Creta, a visibly larger vehicle,
also has superb proportions, with a
chunky, square-shaped front end,
thick creases over the wheel arches,
broad shoulders and a roofline
that has a nice silver accent on the
C-Pillar. However, the smaller ◊
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 Rear bench is large, comfortable and supportive. Note the cushion accessory strapped on to headrest. Big front seats are comfy and suit all frames and sizes.

∆ details will likely polarise people.
The 17-inch alloys (dual-tone and
diamond-cut on some variants) are
of an interesting but unexciting
design. The flat nose of the car is
home to a big grille and lighting is
mirror the headlamps with their
C-shaped design and brake-light
cluster, although a neat black strip
housing the high-mount stop lamp
adds some relief. The design is
quirky at best and fussy at worst.
elegant, V-shaped, flowing centre
console. Exclusive to the 1.4 Turbo
model is this all-black interior with
red highlights, while the others
get a more conventional beige
and black. There’s even contrast
stitching on the leather-wrapped
steering wheel and the throttle-like


Some design details may be questionable, but
gear selector – both of which bear
an uncanny resemblance to what
a certain German luxury carmaker
Paddleshifters are first in class.
uses in its cars. Sporty as this colour
the Creta remains a well-proportioned SUV. scheme is, though, it highlights
the Creta’s liberal use of hard

via an unusual, three-part, C-shaped

 BIG BOX OF TRICKS
LED DRL pattern, with the actual
LED headlamps in a cluster lower
down (the indicators and fog lamps
are lower still). The LED tail-lamps
The interiors are quite the opposite,
and once you step inside, you’re
welcomed by a clean and simple
dashboard design with a rather
shiny plastic, and places it right in
your face. While the plastic quality
itself is pretty good for the class,
it lacks soft-touch materials like
many rivals offer, and there’s very
little brightwork anywhere on the
dashboard, which takes away from
the perceived quality.
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Big screens, smart steering wheel stand out on an elegant, but simply designed dash, which uses too many shiny plastics.
10.25in touchscreen is clear and packed with features.
You won’t get hung up on that
for long, however, as the 10.25-inch
touchscreen that sits flush with
the surface of the centre console
will soon arrest your eyeballs. It’s
slick, it’s crystal clear with sharp
graphics, and it’s loaded with
features, including Apple CarPlay
and Android Auto, and Hyundai’s
BlueLink connected-car app suite
as well. Another blessing is a row of
physical buttons so you don’t always
have to take your eyes off the road.
Other neat touches are the cool blue
ambient lighting, the knurled finish
for the brushed silver AC knobs and
the part-digital instrument cluster.
The analogue tachometer is small
and relegated to one corner, but the
7.0-inch screen at the centre of the
binnacle looks sharp, gives you all
relevant trip-computer information
7in colour screen shows all relevant info, including speedo.
and changes colour with the drive
modes. Yes, the Creta has drive
modes – Comfort, Eco and Sport for
the road, and Snow, Mud and Sand
for when you’re off it – but hold
your horses, off-road aficionados;
there’s still no AWD.
In true Hyundai fashion, though,
the Creta’s equipment list throws
everything and the kitchen sink at
you. Auto headlamps and wipers,
W H AT DOES IT COST ?
1.5 MPi
Creta E - 9.99 (MT)
Creta EX 9.99 (MT)
Creta S 11.72 (MT)
Creta SX 13.46 (MT), 14.94 (AT)
Creta SX (O) 16.15 (AT)
wireless phone charging, an
auto-dimming rear-view mirror,
a powered driver’s seat, a tyre
pressure monitor, an onboard air
purifier and auto climate control
are known entities by now, but
what Indian buyers will really love
are the ventilated front seats, a
tremendous-sounding Bose audio
system, the electronic parking brake
and, the big one, the full-length
1.5 CRDi 1.4 T-GDi
- way the Germans have, though, and
11.49 (MT) - there’s a still a fair bit of jerkiness
12.77 (MT) -
14.51 (MT), 15.99 (AT) 16.16 (AT)
15.79 (MT), 17.20 (AT) 17.20 (AT)
PRICES ARE IN LAKH RUPEES, EX-SHOWROOM, INDIA
FIRST DRIVE
panoramic sunroof. The safety suite
on offer is pretty good, too, and
includes six airbags, rear parking
sensors and a rear-view camera,
traction and stability control, and
disc brakes at all four corners.
What buyers will also like are
the front seats, which are large,
wrapped in contrast-stitched
artificial leather, supportive, and
very well cushioned – not overly
soft like the previous car’s. Hyundai
has paid special attention to the
rear cabin this time. There’s a bit
more legroom than the old car’s
already generous amount, but
there’s significantly greater width,
so a third passenger would be
more comfortable. However, the
folded central armrest, which juts
into your back, doesn’t make it the
most comfortable place to be. You
sit higher up, so getting in is easier
and the view forward is better, and
here too, the contours are really well
judged. You can even get a set of
cushions that can be attached to the
rear headrests – a la the Mercedes
S-class – for an additional layer of
rear-seat comfort.
There are, of course, rear AC
vents, and a nice little tray to store
your phone alongside the USB
charging port. There are also rear-
window blinds and the headroom,
while pretty decent, is eaten
somewhat into by the frame of
the sunroof, but only the tallest
of passengers will find things a
little tight.
GOING TURBO
There are five powertrain options,
including a 115hp, 1.5-litre naturally
aspirated petrol, a 115hp, 1.5-litre
turbo-diesel, and the 140hp, 1.4-litre
direct-injection turbo-petrol we are
driving here. The former two are
available with both, manual and
automatic options, while the turbo-
petrol, which we’re driving today, is
only available as an automatic.
While it’s not being positioned
as an outright ‘performance’
model, the 1.4 T-GDi engine, the
same unit found under the hood
of Seltos, packs identical numbers
– 140hp and 250Nm – which
imbues the Creta with pretty strong
performance. It’s a shame there’s
no manual on offer, but the quick-
shifting dual-clutch automatic does
this engine justice as well. Hyundai
hasn’t quite mastered DCT tech the
at slow speeds. However, shifts are
noticeably smoother in the Creta
than in the Seltos (which also uses
the same gearbox) and it engages
gears in a less abrupt manner. ◊
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 
∆ Surprise the gearbox with a
W H AT YOU GE T FOR sudden kickdown at low revs, and
YOUR MONEY it fumbles a bit. Like most DCTs,

Price (ex-showroom) Rs 17.20 lakh

Airbags
10.25in touchscreen
Rear-view camera
Part-digital dials
Auto headlamps & wipers
Full-LED headlamps
Auto climate control
Powered driver’s seat
Wireless phone charger
Auto-dimming rear-view mirror n
Panoramic sunroof
Cooled front seats
Electronic parking brake
Rear AC vents
Tyre pressure monitor
n =Available, NA=Not Available
this one too works at high speeds
and high revs. The real game
6 changer here, however, are the
paddleshifters – a first in class –
n
n which really let you take the reins
n of this powertrain and use it to
n the fullest.
n The engine is, overall, pretty
n refined, although it does get a
little boomy when you rev hard.
n
In everyday driving scenarios,
n
however, you won’t really feel the
need to do so, thanks to a peppy low
n
end and a strong mid-range.
n
You can improve things further
n by selecting Eco mode on the
n rotary dial, located to the right of
n the gear selector, which adjusts the
AC performance and powertrain
responsiveness, and the best part is,
Hyundai has set up the Creta for ease of
driving, rather than sporty handling.

it doesn’t dull the driving experience hangs onto revs all the way to
down to a frustrating level. This the redline and upshifts feel
mode, which gets the gearbox to more pronounced.
upshift as quickly as possible, is best With its new platform, the
if you spend your time in traffic, but second-gen Creta has matured
if you’re constantly on the move, beautifully on the dynamics front.
Comfort (or ‘normal’) mode feels a It feels like an altogether larger and
bit more spirited. Selecting ‘Sport’ more solidly put-together vehicle
takes the additional step of putting from behind the wheel. Although,
the gearbox into Sport mode (which it has to be said, it still is not quite
you can also do by tapping the gear up there with something from a
selector rightward), and this really European carmaker.
gets the powertrain wired up and The suspension errs on the softer
chomping at the bit. The gearbox side once again, and you move

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customers.
sure to draw a lot of
Panoramic sunroof is
Air purifier is a nice feature, but AQI
display oddly located between seats.
around a bit in your seat, but it’s
not bouncy like the old Creta and
you get superb stability at high
speeds. The softer setup allows it to
tackle smaller road imperfections
really well.
The overall handling is tuned to
make driving as easy as possible.
All the controls are light and the
steering too requires little effort,
which is great for low-speed
manoeuvrability. However, the light
steering feel comes at the expense of
feedback, which doesn’t encourage
mid-corner histrionics, and there’s
a bit of torque steer too when you
whack open the throttle.
TOUGH ACT
TO FOLLOW
The Creta’s new look may not
work for everyone, but frankly,
that’s not going to be enough
to curb its almost certain future
popularity – it bagged 14,000
bookings in just two weeks. Where
it won’t have it as easy as its
predecessor is in the fact that the
competition has stepped up its
game on all sides. Apart from its
most direct rival, the Seltos, the
segment below is catching up. The
likes of the very capable XUV300,
FIRST DRIVE
and larger SUVs like the MG Hector
are offering some really tempting
value for money. But Hyundai has
played to its strengths, foregoing
things like driving dynamics for
greater comfort and an even longer
equipment list. They’ve even given
it an aggressive introductory price
range of Rs 9.99-17.20 lakh, which
still points to pretty good value.
What will clinch it, however, is
those class-leading features –
most of all the cooled seats and
panoramic sunroof – that Indian
buyers just seem to love and are
willing to pay a premium for. No
doubt, it’s taken the fight to Seltos’
doorstep but Hyundai’s target is to
surpass the success of the previous
Creta, which it probably will.
GAVIN D’SOUZA
HYUNDAI CRETA 1.4 T-GDI SX (O)
Price Rs 17.20 lakh*
L/W/H 4300/1790/1635mm
Wheelbase 2610mm
*EX-SHOWROOM, INDIA
Engine 4 cyl, 1343cc, turbo-petrol
Power 140hp at 6000rpm
Torque 250Nm at 1500-3200rpm
Gearbox 7-speed dual-clutch auto
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VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN ALLSPACE

Out goes the 5-seat, diesel-powered VW Tiguan and
in comes the 7-seat, petrol Tiguan Allspace.
PHOTOGRAPHY KULDEEP CHAUDHARI

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T
he Volkswagen Tiguan,
FIRST VERDICT launched in India in 2017, has
always been a likeable SUV.
A good premium SUV.
Its Germanic looks, high-
Just not a great 7-seater.
quality interior and pleasant driving
HHHHHHHHII experience won it appreciation
among a band of premium SUV
SO GOOD buyers. This year, the Tiguan we’re
n Strong petrol engine familiar with makes way for the
n Top-notch quality Tiguan Allspace you see here. You
can think of the Allspace as an
NO GOOD XL-sized Tiguan; it has a 110mm
n Third row tight on space longer wheelbase and is 215mm
n No diesel option longer overall. The added length
has allowed the inclusion of a third
row of seats, and the promise is of a
Tiguan with wider appeal.
STRETCH OUT
At first glance, the Tiguan Allspace
doesn’t look all too different than
the standard Tiguan. The squared-
out front end is unchanged and the
only real point of difference here is
the absence of cladding lower down.
It’s in profile that the Allspace looks
like a stretched-out Tiguan. The
larger cabin section and longer rear
overhang mean the proportions
aren’t quite as appealing as the taut
FIRST DRIVE
Tiguan, but the design is still neat
and clean. The tail end is also similar
but with the addition of chrome
embellishments lower down.
Swiveling your foot under the
Allspace’s rear activates the hands-
free tailgate that opens to reveal a
reasonable 230-litre storage space.
With all seats up, that is. Sure, the
boot floor is a bit high, but you do
have enough room to stow a few soft
bags, at the very least. Folding the
50:50-split third row down enhances
luggage room to a sizeable 700 litres,
and should you want more space, ◊
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 Digital dials are new on the Allspace.

Fold-out trays are handy on the go.

Shares its dashboard with the Tiguan. All-black interior theme is a bit dull, but there’s no faulting the cabin on quality. Panoramic sunroof’s part of package.

∆ the middle-row seats can be folded
flat too.
If you’ve been chauffeured
around in a standard Tiguan, you’ll
experience a similar level of space
and comfort on the Allspace’s
second row. The seats, for one, are
supportive with generous bolstering
to hold you snugly in place.
Headroom is just about adequate
for tall occupants but there’s loads
of legroom (with the 60:40 seats
slid back, that is), and you even
have the option to adjust backrest
angle, albeit via flimsy tags. There’s
enough room for a middle passenger
too, though the seat is best for two.
Fold-out trays for the rear seats and
a 12V charging socket at the back are
handy inclusions, but the large rear
windows miss out on sun shades.
Things aren’t half as nice for last
row passengers. Access to the third
row via the rear doors requires some
twisting and turning, and, once
inside, you’ll find space to be strictly
limited. You’ll need to be a great
negotiator to work out a kneeroom
compromise with the middle-row
passengers, and headroom is also
tight for anyone of above average
height. The space is fine for children,
and perhaps adults on the occasional
intra-city jaunt, but no more. Then
again, the Allspace’s cousin from
Skoda, the Kodiaq, is no better in
this area.
CHANGE OF HEART
While the added length and third
row of seats define the Allspace, the
other talking point on the India-
spec car has got to be the switch to
petrol power. Yes, where the Tiguan
ran on diesel, the fuel of choice for
Indian SUV buyers, the Allspace
has been launched as a petrol-only
model. Power comes from a 2.0-litre
turbocharged, direct-injection TSI
petrol engine. Headline numbers
include an output of 190hp at
4,200rpm, max torque of 320Nm
at 1,500-4,100rpm, and a 0-100kph
time of 8.8sec. It’s impressive in
kickdown acceleration too, with
a 5.26sec 20-80kph and 6.79sec
40-100kph time. Just for reference,
the old Tiguan diesel with 143hp
and 340Nm of torque did the
0-100kph sprint in 10.55sec,
20-80kph in 6.63sec, and 40-100kph
in 8.63sec, so the improvement in
performance is substantial.
Drivers used to diesel SUVs might

2.0-litre petrol is smooth and delivers brisk performance.

There’s enough room for small bags even with all seats up. Third row is just not suitable for adults. Middle row is bolstered well and offers good legroom.

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miss that ready low-end pulling
power here; nonetheless, progress is
slick. Things get better as you press
down on the accelerator, with the
engine coming into its element post
2,000rpm. Like all TSI engines, the
Allspace’s 2.0 unit feels its best in
the mid-range with a thick swathe
of torque at your disposal. Power
comes in strong, making overtaking
a non-event. Of course, the quick-
shifting 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox
chips in by keeping the engine in
the meat of the powerband. Press
on, and it’s a lot of fun extending
the engine to 6,000rpm. The engine
always feels smooth and the sporty
note adds some character as well.
Paddleshifters and manual shifts via
the gear lever also bring in a nice
degree of driver involvement. That
said, driving in full-auto mode
through slow-moving
traffic has the
gearbox fumble
every now
and then.
FIRST DRIVE
Like the Tiguan, the Allspace the smallest buttons make you
gets all-wheel drive as standard feel like your money has gone a Yet, the Allspace is an SUV that’s
and there’s good grip at all times. long way. Sure, the all-black hard to gloss over. The depth of
Handling is neutral too, but it’s theme makes things look a bit engineering, the tough build, and
not as quick or keen to turn as the dull, and even the dashboard the borderline exciting engine are
smaller Tiguan. The steering also doesn’t look cutting-edge today, qualities that appeal to discerning
feels too inert to really involve you in but it is thoughtfully designed and buyers. If you are one, act fast
the proceedings. You can add weight puts all controls within easy reach. because the Tiguan Allspace is being
to the steering via the settings on the You don’t sit all that high up (as brought to India as a limited-run
touchscreen, but, even so, a more SUVs go) in an Allspace but the large import. Alternatively, you could
connected feel would be welcome, windscreen and big glasshouse still hold out and see what the upcoming
given how willing the engine is. On results in a great view out. The front Skoda Kodiaq petrol is like.
the plus side, high-speed stability seats are pretty firm but they are NIKHIL BHATIA
is really good making the Tiguan nicely sculpted and hold you tightly
Allspace a competent highway in place, offering fantastic all-round
cruiser. At lower speeds, it rides support which keeps you fresh even
VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN ALLSPACE
like a typical European car, which after long drives. Front-seat heating Price Rs 33.12 lakh*
is a polite way of saying that its is standard but VW should have L/W/H 4821/1839/1674mm
suspension can’t filter out the added ventilation for India. Even Wheelbase 2787mm
worst of our roads. so, the list of comfort features is Engine 4 cyl, 1984cc, turbo-petrol
Off-road modes selectable via quite long and includes a full-length Power 190hp at 4200rpm
a dial (to control engine, steering, panoramic sunroof, three-zone Torque 320Nm at 1500-4100rpm
AWD and electronics settings) are climate control, powered driver’s Gearbox 7-speed dual-clutch auto
included, and hill descent control is seat with memory, powered boot lid Kerb weight 1780kg
also part of the package. and park assist. Tyre size 235/55 R18
Safety kit comprises seven airbags Acceleration (from rest)
FRONT-ROW TICKETS and ESC, while front and rear Kph Sec Sec
Drivers who’ve piloted a standard parking sensors and LED headlights Allspace Tiguan
Tiguan will see more SUV in the with dynamic cornering function are (2.0P) (2.0D)
rear-view mirror of an Allspace, also standard fit. 20 1.10 0.88
and there’s also the incorporation 40 2.34 2.33
of crisp, Audi-like digital dials, ALL RISE 60 3.90 4.19
but that’s broadly where the Priced at Rs 33.12 lakh 80 6.04 6.78
differences in the driver (ex-showroom, India), the Tiguan 100 8.81 10.55
environment end. And, as Allspace is about Rs 2 lakh pricier
120 12.50 15.31
ever, the all-encompassing than the Tiguan TDI Highline. Like
140 17.26 22.25
feeling is of being in a the Tiguan, the Allspace is not an
160 23.88 —
high-quality German SUV for everyone. It’s not the largest
In-gear acceleration
*EX-SHOWROOM, INDIA
car. That reassuring (or most premium) of SUVs for the
20-80kph
thunk on door shut, money, nor is it the best 7-seater
the generous use of soft- around. The absence of a diesel (in kickdown) 5.36s 6.63s
touch materials, and the engine option is also sure to be a 40-100kph
long-lasting feel of even red flag for many. (in kickdown) 6.79s 8.63s
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The tough build and great highway manners
are the big draws of the Allspace.
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PRICE RS 24 L AKH (ESTIMATED) ON SALE NEXT MONTH

SKODA KAROQ
Clean-cut, petrol-powered, and equipped
with a twin-clutch auto, the Karoq is
more scaled-down Kodiaq than new Yeti.
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S
koda’s Yeti, you either loved
FIRST VERDICT it or you just didn’t get it.
Downright quirky in some
Everything you love about places, brilliant in others, and
the Kodiaq now in a smaller, specifically designed to stand out
more affordable package. from the crowd, the Yeti polarised
HHHHHHHHII opinion, right down the middle.
Me? I just loved it. The nose,
SO GOOD with its rally car-like spot lamp
n Top-notch cabin quality integrated into the bumper, looked
n Comfortable front seats cool; I loved the casual manner
in which the Yeti felt at home
NO GOOD on broken roads, and then there
n No diesel option was the fact that it had a massive
n Some equipment missing affinity for corners. It wasn’t well
suited to being chauffeur-driven
around in, it didn’t come with an
automatic gearbox – a deal breaker
for many – and then there was
the fact that all other SUVs in
its class were a bit bigger. So it
lacked mass appeal.
This is primarily why, when
it came to the Karoq – its
replacement, if not its spiritual
successor – Skoda decided to
follow the straight and narrow.
Quirkiness isn’t listed high in its
list of must-have traits when it
comes to designing and, more
importantly, selling a mass market
car in large numbers. So the Karoq,
FIRST DRIVE
as a result, is an SUV that feels as
straight-laced and controversy-free
as they come.
THREE-PIECE SUIT,
WITH HIKING BOOTS
Now while it may be short on
shock value, Skoda’s baby Kodiaq
is not short on charm. Sure, the
design isn’t in your face, and for
‘bling’, the Karoq is probably dead
last. But is it devoid of character?
No way. It has an easy-going
and relaxed appeal that only gets
stronger the more you look at the
car. And then there’s a balance ◊
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 Digital instrument panel is crisp, clear and legible.
Quality levels on the inside are just
as good as on a Superb or Kodiaq.
The Karoq also gets 9 airbags.
Rear seat comfort is good. Legroom and headroom are sufficient.
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Touchscreen isn’t very big, but the quality is super. Front seats are powered and very comfortable.
∆ to the design that’s rare. Even
the proportions are just perfect.
Viewed side on, the nose is just
the right size. I love the manner
in which the large squared wheel
arches add muscle, how the gently
tapering glass house works well,
and that the roof fits nice and sung.
Skoda’s origami-like cuts and
creases around the nose and
tail also add loads of character.
Working alongside the crystalline
headlights and tail-lights, they
make for an interesting interplay
between light and shade. And,
around the front, those tiny
secondary lamps that give it a
high-cheekbone look are nicely
done. Interestingly, there’s no
winged arrow logo at the rear, just
‘Skoda’ spelt nice and large.
Though the Karoq will initially
be imported, and it will be
expensive for its size and class,

Skoda has the option of assembling
it here later. What makes this
possible is that the SUV, like the
majority of Skoda and VW cars
today, is built on VW’s flexible
MQB platform. This means it gets
a robust and tough floorpan, a
sophisticated steering system, and
a very stiff chassis that’s good for
ride and handling, and, of course,
safety. This car, however, doesn’t
have four-wheel drive, and as a
result, like the lower-spec Octavias,
gets only a non-independent rear
suspension. Skoda would say it’s
simply clever; but is it?
JUST ABOUT THE
RIGHT SIZE
Simply clever is also what comes
to mind when you look inside the
boot of the Karoq. There’s stuff
here you don’t find anywhere else,
all of which are genuinely useful.
There’s the magnet-equipped,
rechargeable LED torch, there are
Velcro-coated angled brackets you
can fix on the boot floor to prevent
luggage from flying around, and
another nice touch is that Skoda
has kept the link to Yeti, by
providing the same boot rails and
sliding hooks. Just love the way you
can turn the hooks down and lock
them in place where ever you want.
Boot space, at 521 litres, is also
FIRST DRIVE
plenty, and then there’s the fact
that the rear seats can be folded if
you need more space.
With its substantial 2.6m-long
wheelbase, space in the rear of the
cabin is also good. For the record,
the Karoq is 4,382mm long, which
makes it a lot larger than the
recently launched VW T-Roc
at 4,234mm. The backrest is a
bit upright, but, apart from that, ◊


The build of the Karoq is solid, and the cabin
is packed with high-quality materials.
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Gear lever isn’t as well-built as rest of the cabin. Clever cupholders in central console get grip at base. Huge sunroof and cream leather brighten up cabin.

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∆ seat height is good, as is thigh
support. What’s nice is that you
don’t feel hemmed in at the
rear, and this is partly due to the
massive sunroof. It is worth noting
that the Karoq is wider than even
the Tiguan Allspace.
The place to be in the Karoq,
however, is up front. It’s here that
the tough build of the Skoda and
its quality of materials really shine.
Again, the design of the dash won’t
grab your attention but the more
time you spend with the Karoq,
the more you get what it’s all
about. Everything you touch, for
Performance is strong but the
1.5 TSi doesn’t like to rev high.
XTureped exerit excepuditiae
volento optiae conem dollenis.
example, is superbly built, almost
all the materials have a premium
feel, and Skoda designers have
added to the appeal of the cabin
by lining all that’s important with
plenty of high-quality chrome.
There’s some around the vents,
the centre console mixes piano
black and chrome superbly, and
the highlights carry on across to
the steering wheel and doorpads
as well.
Also impressive is the tough
build of the dash, and the manner
in which the soft black top spills
onto the lighter coloured lower bit
is special. I particularly like the
grab handles that are built into
the centre console, and I think the
high-quality, slick touchscreen
and digital instrument panel
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The suspension is so good, it can soak up
almost anything you throw at it.
go superbly together. In fact,
the functionality of the screen
is outstanding. The display is
crisp, it responds instantly, and
the software is so intuitive, you
rarely have to second guess. And
with mood lighting that can be
customised to suit your taste, the
cabin gets a lift too.
The only bit that sort of seems
out of place is the plain-looking
gear selector.
It’s quick off the
mark, and feels light
and effortless to drive.
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I’ve left the best bit for last.
With the extra bolstering, perfect
cushioning, and ample lateral
support, the front seats are just
exceptional. So comfy, you can
spend hours in them and step out
as fresh as a daisy.
NEAT, TIDY AND
ENTERTAINING
With a 150hp TSI petrol under the
hood and a 7-speed twin-clutch
automatic, the Karoq is easy to
drive at a relaxed pace. Unlike
some of the TSI petrols that love to
spin fast, this long-stroke engine
is tuned more for torque. Happiest
when driven between 2,000 and
4,500rpm, the engine has plenty of
urge and pulling power, even if all
you use is half-throttle. And while
the engine is clearly turbocharged,
the boost comes in so smoothly,
you need to pay attention to
identify the transition point. This
makes it well-suited for urban
traffic. And what also fits nicely
here is the twin-clutch gearbox.
Yes, at times, the DSG does pause
inordinately when the engine is at
low speed, and, at times, it shifts
abruptly. However, all things
considered, the Karoq feels right at
home in the city, with more than
enough grunt to overtake slower
traffic easily.
Winding the engine harder, all
the way to the redline, delivers
stronger thrust, and then the Karoq
feels quick. Driven flat out against
the clock, the SUV takes 10.03sec
to reach 100, and hold onto the
pedal for 25.16sec and you’ll be
doing 160kph. This, however,
isn’t among the best TSI engines,
especially at high speed. It feels
strained past 4,500rpm, and it
gets a bit boomy near the redline
too. So, unless you really want to

extract max performance, it’s best
driven in a more relaxed manner.
Skoda’s suspension settings
always seem to work well in India.
And it’s no different here. The ride
quality is particularly impressive.
The roads here in Pawna are a
patchwork of very good, not so
good and downright poor, but
the Karoq simply rolls over them,
silently, smoothly, and without
too much movement of the cabin.
There’s a suppleness you seldom
find in an SUV of this size and
class, and what adds to the calm is
that the Karoq is nicely insulated
from the outside world.
It is also nice and light to drive
in the city. The steering is fluid,
smooth, and easy to twirl, you can
tap the gear lever into ‘Drive’ with
a deft flick of your left hand, and
since pedal effort is also beautifully
calibrated, even a whole day
behind the wheel of the Karoq is
unlikely to tire you out.
The Karoq is entertaining to
drive as well. It dives into corners
with enthusiasm, the steering is
direct and quick, and since there
is more than a bit of feel and
feedback, driving it on a winding
road can be entertaining. What
plays a contributing role is
that, at medium speeds, it is nice
and composed. Drive harder,
however, and the Karoq soon runs
out of grip, especially at the front.
Body roll increases, and the once
neat and tidy dynamics slowly
begin to unravel.
WORTH THE STRETCH?
Comfortable on the inside, well
built, and nice to drive, Skoda’s
Karoq is an SUV that clearly ticks a
lot of boxes. The nicely built interior
is full of quality materials, the
FIRST DRIVE
driver’s seats are very comfortable,
the engine, gearbox and steering
make driving it effortless, and
it even rides superbly. Yes, it is
missing kit like wireless charging
and cooled seats, a bit more space
in the rear would have been nice,
and since it’s an import expected
to be priced around Rs 24 lakh,
it isn’t exactly cheap. Still, if you
are looking for a more affordable,
more fun-to-drive Kodiaq, without
the rear seats that is, this is exactly
what the doctor ordered.
SHAPUR KOTWAL

521-litre boot is both practical and flexible; gets smart rails with adjustable hooks.

Space-saver spare sits snugly below floor; no Skoda logo at rear, only the name.

Handling is neat and tidy, SKODA KAROQ

but only up to a point.
Price Rs 24 lakh*
Length 4382mm
Width 1841mm
Height 1603mm
Wheelbase 2638mm
Engine 4 cyl, 1498cc, turbo-petrol
Power 150hp at 5000-6000rpm
Torque 250Nm at 1500-3500rpm
Gearbox 7-speed automatic
Acceleration (from rest)
Kph Sec Kph Sec
20 1.71 40 3.01
*ESTIMATED, EX-SHOWROOM, INDIA

60 4.92 80 7.25
100 10.03 120 13.56
140 18.53 160 25.16
In-gear acceleration
20-80kph (in kickdown) 5.38s
40-100kph (in kickdown) 6.68s

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M P OW E R E
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he Indian car buyer has a strong practical luxury, a few also look for a good M division created one of the sportiest SUVs

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preference for SUVs, and the
reasons for this are many. SUVs feel
indestructible, the ground clearance
helps on our roads, and they are a
practical buy for the Indian family. However, its
not just about practicality, and even the luxury
segment has buyers are lapping up SUVs – most
of them enjoy the pampering offered by the back
seat. However, while many want that level of
experience at the wheel. BMW was early to
recognise this kind of consumer. Back in 1999,
the company built its first X5, and it was on a
monocoque frame rather than a ladder-frame
chassis, allowing the SUV to proudly have the
DNA of an ultimate driving machine. It was a
model that created waves; it was, after all, the
very first SUV that drove like a sports sedan.
Then, in 2009, to take things up a notch, BMW’s
around – the original X5 M. Now, over a decade
later, what we have here is the third generation
of the performance SUV.
M PHATIC
One look is all it takes for you to know that this
SUV has some serious sporty intentions. From
the glossy black M grille with the double bars, to
the contours of the front apron and the M gills

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on the side, there are plenty of things that give
it away. Then there are the unique aerodynamic
double-arm wing mirrors with gaps to let air
through. For optimal performance and cornering,
the X5 M uses differently sized wheels – 21-inch
wheels at the front and 22-inchers at the rear.
You also get twin exhaust pipes and a roof-
mounted spoiler at the rear.
Inside, the X5 M gets M-specific seats (with
a quilted design) and instrument cluster (which
gives you additional information). Gone are the
individual buttons for engine, dampers, and
steering, and instead, there is one button that
gives you access to the menu in the central info
display, allowing you to customise the setup.
The rest is pretty much identical to its less-
powerful counterpart.
M MOTION
Driving a performance car in the US is
BMW X5 M COMPETITION DRIVE
frustrating due to the strict speed limits.
Luckily, BMW had accounted for that and
closed off a wonderful section of road that
snakes along the Arizona scrub. Elevations,
dips, and roller-coaster-like twists and turns
– it’s the perfect setting to push BMW’s most
powerful engine and test the SUV’s dynamics.
One thing’s for sure: there’s no dearth of power.
The 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 churns out 625hp in
the X5 M Competition, with 750Nm of torque ◊
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∆ arriving relatively early in the powerband.
The engine fires up with a low growl from
its tailpipes. Floor the pedal and it explodes
down the road, pushing you hard into your seat,
the speedometer needle rising rapidly. Power
delivery, however, is clean. In fact, there is just
one massive linear wave of torque from the get

This SUV doesn’t feel like a
go, all the way to the high 7,200rpm redline.
No sudden bursts of power – just smooth, two-tonner, it handles brilliantly.
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strong acceleration.
The 8-speed Steptronic automatic gearbox
with Drive Logic is quick to keep up with your
pace. The Drive Logic comprises three drive
modes that let you decide how aggressive or
relaxed you want the gearbox to be, and selection
is via a button on the gear lever. The lowest
setting is ideal for city use, with the response
time and aggression quickening as you go up
the scale. In the third (and most extreme)
setting, it holds gear until you shift up manually.
While carving corners on a more energetic
drive, the paddles come in handy to bring on
a quick downshift.
Despite its massive weight, the X5 M’s
performance is seriously strong. 0-100kph
takes just 3.8sec (that’s Porsche Cayenne turbo
territory), and with backing vocals from the
tailpipes, this over-two-tonne SUV just takes
off. What’s more impressive than the outright
performance is the way the X5 M defies physics.
On a winding section of road, it doesn’t feel
like a big, heavy SUV but is so car-like to drive.
Body roll is well-contained, and it tackles
fast switchbacks and quick elevation changes
without ever missing a beat. It inspires so much
confidence from behind the wheel, you often
don’t realise how quick you are going until you
look down at the dials.
The Competition has different tyre sizes
(295/35/21 for the front and 315/30/22 for
the rear) that offer tons of grip. The Active
M differential works to equalise the
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by distributing torque to the wheels as needed.
The system actually goes deeper. It doesn’t
just account for rotational differences but also
takes many other variables into account, like
accelerator input, the difference between
targeted and actual yaw rates, and, of course,
transverse acceleration.
The result of this is sportscar-like handling.
What adds to the exhilaration is that the
steering has a really nice heft to it. It weights up
beautifully as you go quicker, and is also light
and easy enough to use in slow-moving city
traffic, making this monster performer practical
enough to be your everyday car. You can even
select a steering feel that works best for you. In
fact, you can also choose settings for the engine,
dampers, brakes and xDrive – opting between
Comfort, Sport and Sport Plus levels. You can
mix and match these settings and store your
preferred combination to two individual shortcut
buttons (M1 and M2) on the three-spoke M
steering for easy recall. To simplify things, there
B M W X6 M
THE BMW X6 M gets the same
exterior and interior changes as
the X5 M, except that it misses
out on the rear spoiler seen on
the latter. Another differentiator
is that the X6 M’s boot will carry
less luggage than the X5 M.
Both cars come with the same
4.4-litre V8, thus they have
identical power, torque and
0-100kph figures. What this
means is the X6 M could also be
as much fun around the track
as the X5 M. However, our quick
spin in it revealed that it felt a
a smidgen softer than its sibling.
Panoramic sunroof
enhances the feeling
of space in the rear.
is the new ‘M Mode’ button that allows you to
toggle through the preset Road, Sport and Track
modes which show up on the instrument cluster
when selected.
Bringing in extra levels of confidence is
an intrinsic part of the performance envelope:
the brakes. The motorsport-inspired M
compound disc brakes put you at liberty to
literally throw this two-tonne car around. In
fact, they shed speed just as quickly as the X5 M
can build it. To suit individual tastes or driving
conditions, one can set pedal feel to either ‘Sport’
or ‘Comfort’.
Coming to comfort, that’s one area where
the X5 M takes a beating. Even at its most
comfortable setting, the ride is firm, with sharp
ruts and road divisions filtering through. The
low-profile tyres further amplify this feeling
and create a lot of road noise. The India-spec
model will probably ride on fatter rubber, but
one should be ready to compromise some ride
comfort for thrill from behind the wheel.
BMW X5 M COMPETITION DRIVE
New M Mode and Setup buttons let you
personalise the performance and dynamics.
Steering M1 and M2 buttons shortcuts are to select
pre-programmed drive mode setups.
M BOSS?
The X5 M is both irrational and brilliant.
Headed to India in May and expected to be
priced around Rs 1.8 crore, the performance
SUV will go up against the likes of the Mercedes
GLE 63, Porsche Cayenne Turbo, and even the
Lamborghini Urus in our market.
There is no doubt that the new X5 M comes
with hardcore performance. On suitable roads,
it is a veritable sportscar, with searing
acceleration and leech-like grip. What you
also get with this performance is space for
five, good luggage room, plenty of luxury,
and oodles of pampering. A point to note
is that rear-seat passengers will not be as
comfortable as they would be in the regular
X5 with the stiffer suspension, and it remains
to be seen if anything but ‘Comfort’ works well
on our roads.
That aside, this is a super-SUV that offers
BMW M-division thrills in spades, and is one
that’s right up there with the best of its class. AI
BMW X5 M COMPETITION
Price Rs 1.8 crore*
L/W/H 4938/2015/1748mm
Wheelbase 2972mm
*ESTIMATED, EX-SHOWROOM, INDIA
Engine V8, 4395cc, twin-turbo petrol
Power 625hp at 6000rpm
Torque 750Nm at 1800-5600rpm
Gearbox 8-speed automatic
0-100kph 3.8sec (claimed)
Tyres(f/r) 295/35 ZR21 / 315/30 ZR22
Boot 650 litres
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 D EFE N D ER
OF THE FA IT H
The all-new Land Rover Defender is back to take on the mantle of the most capable
off-roader in the world. Hormazd Sorabjee goes on a legendary drive in Namibia to
test the claims the legendary brand has made about the Defender’s new avatar.
PHOTOGRAPHY DAMIAN BLAKEMORE

EXCLUSIVE

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t was a test drive like no other.

I
Land Rover, known for choosing
incredible locations across the
globe for its media drives, outdid
itself, and I’m sure they’ll find it
hard to top this one. This wasn’t your usual
arrive-on-Day-0, drive-on-Day-1, and fly-out-
on-Day-2 drive for a new model. But, then,
this wasn’t just another new model. We are in
Namibia to drive the reborn Defender – the
most iconic Land Rover of all, that’s back in a
modern avatar.
The new Defender, which goes on sale this
year, has big shoes to fill and an illustrious
legacy to live up to. Since its origin as the
Series 1 Land Rover over 70 years ago, the
Defender has evoked a sense of adventure like
no other 4x4. It’s been the vehicle of choice for
cross-continent expeditions, military operations
in conflict zones, and for anyone with a spirit to
explore the most remote regions of the world.
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Functional and comfortable cabin comes with an abundance of storage areas.
High-set rear seats spacious even for six-footers, and offer great visibility out.

Tradition in a modern age. Herero women in elaborate 19th century Victorian-style outfits pose with the reborn Defender.
Massive ground clearance put to test.

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Small towns in the Kaokoland region of Namibia are far and few between. Explorer Pack adds external storage boxes and a sturdy roof carrier.
 LAND ROVER DEFENDER DRIVE
∆ Namibia – a relatively unexplored country
(by most tourists, that is) that’s been carefully
selected by Land Rover as the location to sample
the all-new Defender. With a population of a
mere 2.7 million spread over an area as big
as a quarter of India, Namibia is the second-
least densely populated country in the world
and has a sense of emptiness that’s surreal.
You can drive through this amazing African
country for days without seeing another person,
let alone another car. In fact, Land Rover has
a long history in Africa. Enduring images of
Land Rovers crossing flooded rivers, climbing
dunes in the Sahara, on safari in game reserves,
and immortalized in movies like Born Free and
The Gods Must Be Crazy have made this vast
continent the so-called ‘spiritual home of Land
Rover’. It was fitting then to have the debut
drive of the all-new Defender where it felt, well,
at home.
Home for the next three days is Kaokoland,
a harsh and barren region in the northwest
corner of the country. Kaokoland, the outback of
Namibia, is an arid and inhospitable land with
barely any habitation; it’s even more barren
than the rest of the country, if that was actually
possible. There are no roads in this region,
just faint tracks through the deserts and rocky
trails in the hills. This is serious 4x4 country,
where good ground clearance, short overhangs,
and a low-ratio gearbox are all pre-requisites,
but not necessarily enough to guarantee safe
passage. The terrain is so punishing that it’s out
of the comfort zone of many 4x4s, but it’s an
environment the Defender thrives in.
Still, it was rather brave of Land Rover to let
the world’s media loose on a yet-to-be-launched
product, in such brutal conditions. It’s a measure
of confidence the company has in the new
Defender. Besides, Land Rover also wanted to
settle any doubts that surrounded the capability
of the all-new D7X monocoque that has replaced
the legendary body-on-frame chassis which has,
until now, always underpinned the Defender and
Land Rovers before it. Some Defender purists
have grumbled about this shift, but Land Rover
says the new car’s aluminium chassis is superior
in every respect. We shall soon see.
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Namibia’s unforgiving terrain once and for all cleared any
THE REINTERPRETATION
OF AN ICON
doubts about the Defender’s capabilities.
Before driving off, I take a good look at the
Defender while it’s still clean and mud-free. It
comes in two body styles: the three-door 90

series, and the five-door 110 series with a longer
wheelbase – the one I’m driving here.
There’s been a lot of debate about the looks
of the Defender, and, predictably, die-hard
enthusiasts find the design has strayed too
far from the original, but that’s expected from
classic Defender fans. Quite frankly, I just love
the way the new Defender looks. To me, it is
a brilliant interpretation of the icon for the
21st century. Design chief Gerry McGovern
has absolutely nailed the styling, which is
unmistakably Defender. The very upright, two-
box silhouette, truncated rear end, side-opening
tailgate with a spare mounted on it, the ultra-
short front and rear overhangs (critical for
achieving the desired approach and departure
angles) are all design elements that pay homage
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∆ remains but it’s been beautifully sculpted
with tight surfacing for a clean and uncluttered
modern look. Despite its tall proportions, the
new Defender achieves a drag coefficient of
0.38, which is far superior to the 0.62 Cd of the
previous model.
There are four engine options: two 2.0-litre
diesels with 200hp and 240hp, and two petrols
– a 300hp, 2.0 turbo-petrol, and a 400hp, 3.0
mild-hybrid turbo-petrol. India will get only
Camera show you what’s directly below the car. the 2.0-litre P300 petrol (300hp), priced from
Old-school steel wheels are a no-cost option. Rs 69.99-86.27 lakh, when it arrives in
showrooms in August. A diesel will follow in
a couple of months but it’s not clear which
one. All engines are equipped with the familiar
8-speed ZF automatic transmission. There’s no
manual option.
For the Namibia drive, there were only
two variants for us to drive: the standard 110
D240 diesel shod with 18-inch steel wheels,
and the 110S P400 that gets 19-inch alloys.
Both variants were kitted out with the optional
Explorer Pack that will add over Rs 5 lakh to
P400 mild-hybrid has a broad powerband. your bill. This buys you a raised air intake,
Thrilled conquering the infamous Van Zyl’s Pass. external storage boxes, a fold-down ladder ◊

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The emptiness of this region has a haunting beauty, and
there’s no better place to practice ‘social distancing’!
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∆ for easy access, a sturdy roof carrier, and lots
of matte-black plastic bits and decals to give
your Defender an expedition-ready look.
In fact, this test drive is more of an expedition
covering over 860km, of which only 4km was
on tarmac! But, ironically, those 4km were the
most crucial because most owners won’t stray
far from paved roads. You expect the Defender
to be brilliant off-road, but how good is it on
road? That’s the question that sliver of tarmac
answered. So let’s get straight to the answer 95
Driving up the Hoarusib river
that runs along the Skeleton Coast.
LAND ROVER DEFENDER DRIVE
Wild elephants are
not uncommon in this that imparts a good sense of control. Also, the
part of the world. ride is brilliant and quite settled, especially in
Comfort mode. All cars come with adaptive
air suspension which alters the ride height.
In Access mode, the Defender drops down by
40mm for easy access. In full Off-road mode,
the air springs gently rise to give a maximum
ground clearance of 291mm!
SULTAN OF SOAK
I start out from Opuwo in the diesel D240 and
head west to Van Zyl’s camp tucked into the
forest beside a sandy riverbed. That’s our night
stop before we tackle Van Zyl’s Pass the next
day. The first day is the easiest part of the
drive, and it allows me to settle into the new
Defender. The first impression is of fantastic
all-round visibility from the lofty seats, aided ◊
percent of buyers in India will want to
know. For a car with a heavy-duty roof
rack and a heavier spare tyre on top, the
Defender no doubt feels top-heavy. Yes,
there is a fair bit of body roll on grippy
tarmac, and the off-road, block-pattern
tyres blunt the steering response a bit.
That said, the Defender feels remarkably
sure-footed, despite the high centre of
gravity. The steering is fairly accurate
and has a wonderfully reassuring feel
Rock art in this remote
landscape is surreal.
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∆ by the upright A-pillar and large windows.
But the most lasting impression is that of
comfort. The Defender’s ability to soak up the
punishing terrain is mindboggling, and every
evening I emerged from its well-insulated cabin
with not a tired bone in my body; and this
included 12-hour-long drives with few breaks.
I didn’t venture into the rear seat except for the
few minutes when I was being chauffeured to
the airstrip to fly out, and all I can say is that
the high seating position, great underthigh
support and superb legroom will be appreciated
by owners. There’s place for a third row of
seats, but this space in our car was taken up
by luggage and other paraphernalia. Speaking
of storage space, the Land Rover’s cabin has
it in abundance, and what I found particularly
practical was the sturdy shelf above the glove box
that safely held onto my GoPro, mobile phone,
and suction mounts.
Riding on 18-inch rims and high-profile tyres,
I was astonished by the ease with which the Long hours on
D240 Defender flattened small rocks that had a bad roads not
nasty habit of suddenly popping out of the road. tiring as expected.
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of a loud thwack from the suspension, but the
way it soaked it all up was truly incredible.
The high tyre sidewalls no doubt helped, and,
interestingly, out of the 20-odd punctures picked
up in total by a convoy of Defenders over three
weeks of media drives, the taller tyres mounted
on steel wheels had the fewest. Steel wheels may

The Defender is remarkably sure-footed,
seem prehistoric in this day and age, but the
advantage they have on this terrain is that on despite its high centre of gravity.
hard impact they bend and don’t crack like an
alloy, thus lowering the risk of a puncture. That’s
why they are a no-extra-cost option.
The 2.0 litre diesel impressed with its

refinement but could do with more grunt. The
soft sand kept threatening to bog the engine
down and you needed to rev it a bit to keep
the momentum going. Selecting the Terrain
Response System’s Sand mode with the traction
control switched off seemed to work best. The
Terrain Response function is now housed in
Land Rover’s new Pivi Pro Infotainment system
but still works with a two-step operation which
I don’t find as intuitive as the simple rotary dial
in other cars.
JLR’s Pivi Pro infotainment system, unveiled
this January at CES 2020, makes its debut in the
Defender and will gradually find its way into all
Jaguar and Land Rover models. It’s fast, very
responsive and has a high-res 10.0-inch screen
that uses 4K graphics. Pivi Pro’s highlight is that
it is the first infotainment system to have dual
eSims for enhanced connectivity. The trouble was
that I had zero network coverage in this corner
of Namibia for most of the day, which made the
connected features completely redundant!
The initial 200km drive to Van Zyl’s also
highlighted another niggle – grabby brakes. They
aren’t progressive and suddenly bite in the latter
half of the pedal travel. They need to be more
progressive for smoother braking.

4X4XFAR
On day two, I switched to the more powerful
P400 petrol for the drive up Van Zyle’s pass,
one of the toughest passes in the world. Built
by a Dutchman, Ben Van Zyl, this pass was
made by a posse of locals using spades, axes and
hammers. No earth-moving equipment was used
here, and it shows. It took us 1.5 hours to cover
10km! Forget about a dirt road, in parts, the
steep inclines and descents are just paths covered
with massive rocks jutting out to test every
millimetre of the Defender’s wheel articulation
and ground clearance. It was at Van Zyl’s that
I was convinced that the Defender is truly the
most capable off-roader in the world. Not only
did it skip from one boulder to next, but it did so
with ridiculous ease. The 3.0-litre mild-hybrid
has a nice broad spread of torque and enough
lowdown pull to yank the heavy Defender up
a cliff. A tradition for those who successfully
conquer Van Zyl’s is to inscribe their names on a
cluster of stones at the foot of the pass, which is
exactly what I did.
We are back onto relatively flat terrain in
the Marienfluss Valley and get a chance to
stretch the Defender’s legs. It’s best to switch
to manual mode to get the most out of the
P400 motor, which revs quite freely. It’s easy
to hit speeds of 150kph on dirt tracks, and
when you suddenly hit a deep patch of sand
but the overall sense of control you get on loose
LAND ROVER DEFENDER D240/P400 S
surfaces is incredible.
On the last day, we drove to Namibia’s famed
Skeleton Coast and this was the most spectacular
part of the drive. Pushing through the desolate
landscape we didn’t see another car for 12 hours
and, at one point, drove 20km up the Hoarusib
river! The emptiness of this region and its
limitless horizons have a haunting beauty, and L/W/H 5018/2008/1967mm
the tough terrain would make even the bravest Wheelbase 3022mm
off-roader think twice before venturing into some Engine 4 cyl, 1999cc, turbo-diesel
parts. But by now, fully settled into the Defender 6 cyl, 2996cc, turbo-petrol
and accustomed to its off-road prowess, the bouts Power 240hp at 4000rpm/400hp at 5500rpm
of panic when crossing a river or scrambling Torque 430Nm at 1400rpm/550Nm at 2000-5000rpm
up a slippery dune were few and far between. Gearbox 8-speed automatic
I knew I wouldn’t get stuck, I knew the reserve 0-100kph* 9.1sec/6.1sec
the car had, and I knew it would sail through Water Wading 900mm
*CLAIMED

the overall stability of the Defender in these any terrain effortlessly. The king of off-roaders Top Speed 188 kph/191kph*
conditions is pretty amazing. It shimmies a bit is back! AI

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and extra kit improve the Harrier’s appeal.
T
FIRST VERDICT
Nicer to drive and better equipped,
automatic works well too.
HHHHHHHHII
SO GOOD
n Smooth, responsive automatic
n Spacious and comfortable
NO GOOD
n Not as effortless to drive as rivals
n Some kit still missing
PRICE RS 13.69-20.15 L AKH (EX-SHOWROOM, DELHI) ON SALE NOW
TATA HARRIER
The more powerful 170hp diesel,
new 6-speed automatic transmission,
raffic in the hill station of
Lonavala is pretty dense.
Narrow roads, loads of pesky
three-wheelers, taxis parked
randomly in every conceivable
manner, and then there are the
manic bikers who dive for every
gap like they are playing a video
game. And, of course, the law is
absent today. Making the trudge
through the market area a little
more tolerable is the fact that
Tata’s new Harrier now comes
with a 6-speed automatic. Now
having an auto is all very well,
but, in traffic, you want it to be
smooth, progressive and intuitive.
SMOOTHER, FASTER,
RELAXING
The Hyundai-sourced gearbox
is all of the above. Taking off
from rest is smooth and seamless,
the 2.0 Multijet diesel feels
brilliantly integrated, and then
what enhances the experience
considerably is that the gearbox is
very responsive. All it needs to drop
down to a lower gear is a firm shove
on the throttle. So it works well at
FIRST DRIVE
low and medium speeds.
Once past the small lanes and
tightly packed streets, the road
opens up. And here too, if you are
not in a hurry, the gearbox does a
good job. In manual, it even holds
on to gears for the most part of the
engine’s powerband, giving you a
better sense of control, especially on
a winding road. However, there are
no paddleshifters, and mash down
on the accelerator and you’ll find
the ’box missing a sense of urgency.
What’s strange is that instead of the
gearbox responding quicker, there ◊
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 ∆ now is a bit of a delay and even a
hint of hesitation in serving up the
right gear.
What you instantly notice once
out on the highway is the additional
30hp this engine puts out. Yes, that
slight turbo lag below 2,000rpm is
still there, but get past it and there’s
a stronger tug. And then once you
get into the meat of the powerband,
the Harrier pulls strongly to the
rather lofty (for a diesel) redline of
5,000rpm. Conditions weren’t ideal
and the figures aren’t to Autocar
test standards, but it recorded a
0-100kph time of 12.2sec.
The drive modes work particularly
well too, and the gap between
them feels most pronounced on
part throttle. This is especially true
in ‘Sport’, where the engine feels
willing and responsive. For those
interested in greater economy, Eco
mode is quite useable in city traffic.
Drive the 6-speed manual and
the improvement in performance
is tangible. Our test revealed a
0-100kph sprint time of 11.25sec for
the manual, as against the 12.24sec
of the earlier BS4 140hp version; the
gap only keeps growing beyond that
speed. And since gearing remains
unchanged, the Harrier delivers
strong in-gear acceleration too, good
for effortless overtaking.
Another area where the Harrier
has improved is refinement. This
is evident all through the rev range
from the moment you fire up the
engine, which is now a lot quieter
than before. The improvements
centre around three changes:
the engine mounts are now a bit
softer, additional sound insulation
material has been used, and, most
importantly, the injection timing of
on
us,
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the BS6 engine has been made more
progressive to reduce that harsh
diesel clatter.
The clutch feels a touch smoother
than before too. It’s still a bit heavy,
and clutch engagement is not as
progressive as we would have liked
it to be, but this is an issue seen on
other Fiat 2.0-litre Multijet-powered
SUVs as well, including the MG
Hector and Jeep Compass.
The suspension setup is largely
unchanged, which means it’s on
the firmer side. The Harrier feels
unfazed by bad roads and the
long-travel suspension soaks up
Large seats are supportive and well cushioned, driver’s seat is now powered. potholes as before. You can feel
the underlying stiffness on uneven
roads, and, quite frankly, the Harrier
doesn’t ride as flat or composed
as the Compass, and neither does
it dive into corners with the same
enthusiasm as the Jeep – which is
still the benchmark for dynamics
in this segment. The Harrier’s
hydraulic steering is the weak link
here. It has an inconsistent feel and
is prone to a bit of torque steer, and
there is also steering kickback on big
bumps, with the car tramlining on
uneven surfaces. The steering has
the right amount of heft at highway
speeds, which is reassuring, but at
low speeds, especially while parking,
it feels quite heavy and requires a
Rear seat placed higher than front, very comfy and visibility out is also very good. fair amount of effort.
The brakes (drums at the rear)
could do with better feel too. They
Smooth 6-speed automatic and more
 lack bite and the excessive pedal
travel isn’t very reassuring, but the
Harrier does stops quite effectively
under hard braking.
powerful 170hp engine gel together nicely. ALTER, UPDATE,
UPGRADE

With no changes to the outside
– apart from the smaller mirrors
that marginally reduce the large
blind spot (one of our criticisms
of the earlier car) and the more
attractive wheels (we had panned
the ordinary design of the earlier
alloys) – the exterior is unchanged.
This is largely true of the cabin too,
which looks all but identical at first
glance – the ‘floating island’ centre
console, the chunky steering wheel,
the wide expanse of faux wood,
the part-digital instrument panel
and the big comfy seats. And don’t
those ‘brushed aluminium’ and
leather door handles and grab
handles on the base of the centre
console look good?
Tata has made some changes to
the inside, though. Early Harrier
owners will notice that the fit and
finish is far improved now, with
more consistent shut lines and
panel gaps. In fact, the overall sense
of quality in the cabin with all its
Not many changes on the inside, but fit-finish sees huge improvement.
plush materials is now genuinely

top-class. Tata Motors has also made
the USB slot in the centre console
more accessible, and you no longer
need the finger dexterity of a Swiss
watchmaker to plug your phone in
(again, something we had pointed
out). The digital tacho, however, is
still hard to read accurately, the gear
indicator on the automatic model
lags behind considerably when you
shift gears, and the touchscreen still
isn’t as seamless or slick to operate
as its competition.
Coming to seat comfort, it is
super-impressive. Space inside the
cabin is massive; the large seats
support your back, shoulders and
thighs superbly, and the seat height,
especially at the rear, is just perfect.
With the acres of legroom in the
back (in part due to the 2,741mm
wheelbase), and the new panoramic
sunroof that brightens up the cabin,
this clearly is one of the best SUVs in
its class to be chauffeured around in.
Tata has even used a heat-reflecting
blind to reduce heat soak from the
big glass area; smart.
There isn’t a third row of seats,
but what you do get is 425 litres of
boot space, and the JBL sub-woofer
6-speed automatic works well when driven at city speeds.
No badge to indicate this is the uprated 170hp diesel engine.
in the rear reminds you that the
Harrier comes with a rather special
and punchy audio system. Also, you
just can’t miss the tough build. The
entire bodyshell feels nicely taut
and rigid, and, more importantly,
is rattle-free on a rough road. The
doors feel solid too, but the thick
rubber beading that seals from the
outside world means that you have
to slam them shut.
The 2020 Harrier is available
in five variants, starting with
XE, priced at Rs 13.69 lakh
(ex-showroom). There’s no
touchscreen on this version, but
you do get dual airbags, ESP (now
standard), and projector headlamps
with dual-function DRLs that
work as turn indicators. The most
affordable automatic version,
the XMA, starts at an attractive
Rs 16.25 lakh. This variant gets
you a touchscreen, driving modes,
as well as electrically adjusted
mirrors. The top-of-the-line XZ+
(manual) and XZA+ (automatic)
trims cost Rs 18.75 and 19.99
lakh, respectively. Kit includes
the large rain-sensing and anti-
pinch panoramic sunroof, six-
Huge anti-pinch sunroof closes automatically for rain.
FIRST DRIVE
Relocated USB slot easier to use.
New alloy wheels, still 17in though.
Feels more muscular with 170hp.
way-adjustable powered seat, and more capable. The new 6-speed
and diamond-cut wheels. Terrain auto gearbox works superbly at
Response Modes, an excellent low and medium speeds, and if you
audio system, and six airbags are want more performance, there’s
part of the package too, but on the manual option. And with new
XZ and XZA. Dual-tone versions features like the massive panoramic
are quite affordable too, with only sunroof, the new Harrier is a
a Rs 10,000-15,000 increase in more compelling buy. Yes, some
price, and this is true of the popular features are still missing, and so is
Dark Edition as well. Tata will the option of a petrol engine. Still,
offer the Harrier with a two-year/ one thing’s for sure, with prices
one-lakh kilometre warranty that between Rs 13.69 lakh and Rs
can be extended to five years 20.25 lakh, the Harrier is a much
and unlimited kilometres for an stronger contender – both, for the
additional Rs 26,000; it’s an offer competition and for your money.
you must take. Question is, does the Tata badge
Features missing on the Harrier have what it takes to pull in buyers
(considering the other SUVs in at this price point?
this class) are connected tech, SHAPUR KOTWAL
cooled seats and wireless charging,
among others. And, given the
price, it isn’t unreasonable to
2020 TATA HARRIER XZ+/XZA+
expect an electronic parking brake. Price Rs 18.85-20.15 lakh
The thrust lever-like handbrake (ex-showroom, India)
remains fiddly to use. L/W/H 4598/1894/1706mm
Wheelbase 2741mm
IMPRESSIVE ENOUGH? Engine 4 cyl, 1956cc, turbo-diesel
Smoother and more refined, more Power 170hp at 3750rpm
effortless and punchy to drive, Torque 350Nm at 1750-2500rpm
and now better equipped, the new Gearbox 6-speed MT/6-speed AT
Harrier is clearly more attractive Acceleration (from rest)
Kph (Sec) (Sec)
Tata Harrier MT Jeep Compass*
20 1.30 1.45
60 4.85 4.66
100 11.25 9.97
140 23.77 19.21
In-gear acceleration
20-80kph (in third)
*BS4 COMPLIANT
10.49sec 9.37sec
40-100kph (in fourth)
11.22sec 10.26sec
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 n the preceding pages
I
we’ve established the
new automatic
version as the best
Tata Harrier to buy.
But what we’re keen to know is
how good it is in the larger
universe of diesel-automatic SUVs.
Our benchmark comes in the form
of the Jeep Compass that,
incidentally, received a diesel-
automatic option in the past few
months. This isn’t an apple to
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apples comparison, though. The
Compass operates in a higher
price band with prices for diesel-
auto versions starting a full
Rs 2 lakh above where the Harrier
auto tops off. The fully loaded
Compass Limited Plus featured
here adds a further Rs 3 lakh to the
difference. Then again, the Tata
and Jeep are powered by the same
engine – Fiat’s now-BS6-compliant
Multijet 2.0-litre diesel – and in
the same 170hp-odd state of tune,
so there’s merit in seeing how the
two SUVs compare.
Could the Harrier make the
Compass feel like an unnecessary
extravagance? Or can the Jeep
lure you enough to part with
substantially more money?
MULTIJET SETTERS
As good as the BS4-spec Harrier
was, its 140hp engine always
came across as a bit restrained,
as if it had more to give but Compass’ 9-speed auto comes from ZF.
 TATA HARRIER vs JEEP COMPASS COMPARISON

AT EASE
The Jeep Compass and Tata Harrier share their diesel engines but use
different automatic transmissions. Nikhil Bhatia tells you which one
does the better job of the ingredients and which is the SUV for you.
PHOTOGRAPHY KULDEEP CHAUDHARI

wasn’t allowed to. The good
news is that that’s not a feeling you
get on the updated BS6 Harrier.
Power is up a substantial 30hp,
and you experience the added go,
especially on the open road. The
Hyundai-sourced 6-speed torque
converter automatic gearbox that
has the job of channelling that
power to the Harrier’s front
wheels, perhaps deserves even
more appreciation.
Harrier uses a Hyundai 6-speed auto. The gearbox is smooth through
gearshifts and goes about its
business in an unobtrusive way,
just as you’d like it. It responds
well to part-throttle inputs and is
even timely in its shifts when you
adopt a more aggressive driving
style. It’s only when you mash
down on the Harrier’s accelerator
that there’s a bit of a delay before
the electronics pick the right gear.
There is, however, fun to be had
shuffling through the ratios via
the gear lever in manual mode.
Again, responses are sufficiently
quick, even if the slow-to-react
gear indicator readout on the MID
might suggest otherwise.
Drive the two SUVs back to back
and you’ll make a big revelation –
the Harrier’s 6-speed unit actually
gets more out of the FCA engine
than the Compass’ 9-speed auto.
Yes the 9-speed torque converter
is smooth and goes through the
gears gracefully, and yes, even in
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 ∆ right gear for the speed. It’s just
that the gearbox is a bit too easy-
going for the Compass’ good. You
experience this when you want to
overtake on the highway or are hot-
footing it on a twisty road. Tuned
to keep the engine in the efficient
2,000-3,000rpm range, the
gearbox only goes down multiple
gears when you make your intent
clear by pressing down heavy on
the throttle pedal. The Compass
gearbox simply isn’t as reactive to
changes in throttle position as the
Harrier’s unit. On a good driving
route, you’ll find yourself reaching
for the Compass’ gear lever to take
manual control of shifts more in
impatience than for the fun of it.
Those familiar with the explosive
mid-range of the Compass’ old
BS4-spec diesel unit will also have
to come to terms with the more
linear and measured build of
power on the BS6 model. This,
and the Harrier’s power upgrade,
Harrier gives the feeling of being in a big, premium SUV. It’s not perfect but much of what you see is well finished. has actually reduced the
performance edge the Jeep had
over the Tata. In our preliminary
acceleration runs, the Tata did the
0-100kph sprint in 11.58sec to the
Compass’ 11.4sec time.
It’s rather close in terms of
engine refinement as well. The BS6
engine upgrade has dramatically
brought down noise levels on both
models, though it’s the Compass
with the marginally quieter idle.

ZOOMING OUT
So it’s the Harrier with the better
gearbox, but can it cause as much
of an upset when talking of other
elements of the driving experience?
Rear section of Harrier cabin is big on space and comfort. Compass has the smaller cabin. Rear seat is best for two. The short answer is no.
This is a large SUV that feels
its size in town and at low
speeds due to its relatively heavy
hydraulic steering. The steering’s
heft does give confidence when
cruising out on the highway,
but the inconsistent feel off-
centre, kickback on big bumps,
and even torque steer on hard
acceleration take much away from
the experience. The Harrier also
tends to follow the contours of the
road calling for a firm hand on the
wheel at all times.
In comparison, the Compass
comes across as a far more
accomplished package. Its electric
steering, for one, is beautifully
tuned – light and easy to twirl in
town, yet weighty and feelsome
at higher speeds – and the keen
handling will also get your vote.
Then there’s the Compass’ all-
independent suspension (the
Harrier uses a simpler torsion
beam at the rear) which is just
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on broken tarmac and can take
quite a beating, but the Compass
is at a whole different level.
Bump absorption is excellent, it’s
unruffled by potholes taken at
speed, and the overall impression
is of an SUV that’s built for our
bombed-out roads. Recent tweaks
to the damping have also addressed
much of the low-speed firmness
earlier Compass models were
known for. The Harrier feels a bit
stiff-kneed in comparison, doesn’t
ride as flat as the Jeep, and also
lets in more road and wind noise.
The Compass, which is the only
Ironic as it may seem, the Harrier’s gearbox gets
more out of the FCA engine than the Jeep’s unit.
one here with rear disc brakes, is
also the more confident SUV under
braking. Forget the Harrier, the
Jeep delivers a driving experience
superior to many cars and SUVs
higher up the price ladder. It’s such
a pity that the gearbox isn’t game
to play, though.
Off-road prowess might not be
a decider for most buyers, but here
too the Compass diesel-auto has
the advantage with standard-fit
all-wheel drive that channels power
to the rear axle when needed.
Selectable off-road modes and
4x4 lock are also included. The
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TATA HARRIER vs JEEP COMPASS COMPARISON
Harrier gets hill-descent control
and a Land Rover-like three-mode
Terrain Response system that
controls ESP settings, but there’s
only so far you’d want to venture in
what is a front-wheel-drive SUV.
LIVING ROOM
You’ve seen these SUVs before so
you’re familiar with the Harrier’s
concept-car-for-the-road look and
the Compass’ more traditional,
broad-shouldered stance. And
you’ll also know that the near-4.6m-
long Harrier is a whole lot larger
than the near 4.4m-long Compass.
That big difference in size plays
out on the inside with the Harrier
trouncing the Compass on cabin
room. Rear-seat passengers won’t
really feel cooped-in in a Compass,
but it is a, well, cosier setting.
Legroom is adequate but the
seat is best suited to two passengers
and taller passengers might also
find headroom limited. The upright
rear backrest doesn’t do the
Compass any favours either. The
rear section of the Harrier’s cabin
is far more inviting. The seat is
supportive, there’s enough width
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Price (ex-showroom, Delhi)
EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST
Airbags
ESC
All-wheel drive
Hill descent control
Off-road modes
Electric parking brake
Auto start/stop
Paddleshifters
Digital instruments
Touchscreen
Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
Panoramic sunroof
Auto climate control
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∆ also get loads of legroom. The
large windows and new panoramic
sunroof only add to the feeling of
space. Price-to-size is a metric that
the Harrier continues to ace.
Up front, the Harrier’s relatively
high seating also gives drivers the
feeling of commanding something
substantial. Equally importantly,
you also get the feeling of being in
something substantially expensive.
Sure, there are a fair few hard
plastics scattered across the cabin
but the faux wood on the sleek
dash looks convincing, the door
handles are leather-wrapped,
and the now-tightened panel fit
Harrier is front-wheel-drive only but gets off-road modes.
Compass’ standard-fit all-wheel drive equals versatility.
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Tata Harrier XZA+ Jeep Compass 2.0D
Dual Tone Limited Plus 4x4 AT
Rs 20.25 lakh Rs 24.99 lakh
6 6
n n
NA n
n NA
n n
NA n
NA n
NA NA
Tachometer NA
8.8-inch 8.4-inch
n/n n/n
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1-zone 2-zone
has also done much to enhance
the cabin ambience. A slicker
touchscreen would be high up on
our wishlist, however.
At first glance, the Compass’
cabin can seem quite ordinary –
blame the plain-looking dashboard
for this – but what charms you
here is quality. The thunk on door
shut and the following clack of
the military-grade door locks are
sounds you won’t tire of, even
years into ownership. There’s an
all-encompassing, built-to-last feel
on the inside, and everything just
feels tightly screwed together. The
chunky steering is great to hold,
while the padded materials used
on much of the dash are also great
to the touch. You don’t sit as high
up as you would in the Harrier but
frontal visibility is good, and it’s
easy to find a comfortable driving
position too.
FEATURE FILM
The very first iterations of both
the Harrier and Compass drew
flak for some missing features.
Digital tacho a cool bit on Harrier, but not easiest to read. The story is quite different today,
however. Both models in their
top-spec avatars are quite evenly
matched and get features like
panoramic sunroofs and powered
driver’s seats, while safety kits
include six airbags and ESC.
There are some differences in
kit (see box) too. Where the
Harrier sports a part-digital
instrument cluster and has the
larger touchscreen (8.8-inch vs the
Compass’ 8.4-inch unit), the Jeep
gets an electronic parking brake
and offers the flexibility of dual-
Electric parking brake is a premium feature on Compass. zone climate control.
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The Compass offers the more accomplished
Tata Harrier XZA+
Dual-tone
Jeep Compass 2.0D
Limited Plus 4x4 AT
VERDICT
driving experience, but for a steep price. Good to drive, spacious,
and feature-rich, Tata is a
Solidly engineered Jeep
has special appeal but is

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lot of SUV for the money. expensive for its size.
RATING HHHHHHHHII HHHHHHHHII
L/W/H 4598/1894/1706mm 4395/1818/1640mm
TO EACH HIS OWN same mechanical package in more Wheelbase 2741mm 2636mm
Priced at Rs 24.99 lakh affordable Longitude trim that Engine 4 cyl, 1956cc, turbo-diesel 4 cyl, 1956cc, turbo-diesel
(ex-showroom, Delhi), the fully costs Rs 21.96 lakh. Power 170hp at 3750rpm 173hp at 3750rpm
*PERFORMANCE FIGURES NOT TO AUTOCAR STANDARDS
loaded Jeep Compass Limited To say the Harrier is our pick Torque 350Nm at 1750-2500rpm 350Nm at 1750-2500rpm
Plus diesel-auto is an expensive merely for its lower price tag Gearbox 6-speed auto 9-speed auto
proposition, particularly for an (Rs 20.25 lakh) would be doing Front-wheel drive All-wheel drive
Layout
SUV of its size. And given the injustice to what is Tata’s best
Tyre size 235/65 R17 225/55 R18
cabin space, it’s not the ideal fit SUV yet. The carmaker has done
Suspension (f/r) Independent, MacPherson Independent, MacPherson
for buyers with frequent use of the a great job with the Harrier
struts, coil springs / struts, coil springs /
rear seat either. However, if you auto’s drivetrain and the element
are a keen driver, the Compass has of convenience only adds to the non-independent, independent, multi-link,
big appeal, humdrum auto gearbox base SUV’s repertoire of talents. torsion beam, coil springs coil springs
notwithstanding. The excellent No doubt, there’s still room for Brakes (f/r) Discs/drums Discs/discs
ride, slick handling, solid build improvement in the area of Boot capacity 425 litres 438 litres
and even off-road ability are what driving dynamics but it’s not a PERFORMANCE Acceleration (from rest) Acceleration (from rest)
make the Compass special. It’s deal-breaker, by any stretch. A Sec Sec
still a hard sell for the money, but large SUV with a strong engine, a 0-100kph 11.58 sec* 11.40 sec
if you are open to compromising nice auto gearbox, and an attractive Price (ex-showroom, Delhi) Rs 20.25 lakh Rs 24.99 lakh
on features you could get the price tag. What’s not to like? AI

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RACETRACK
TO THE ROAD
The Apaches have always been
well-known for their race-
ready performance, and the
RTR 160 4V and RTR 200 4V
are no different.
WITH OVER 37 years of racing history, TVS’ motorcycles are
prime examples of racing technology making its way to the
products they sell. The Apache RTR 200 4V and the Apache
RTR 160 4V are great examples for this. The same research
and development that has led TVS to multiple Indian National
Motorcycle Racing Championships makes these motorcycles
as special as they are. Let’s take a closer look at them both.
 Apache RTR 160 4V
TECHNOLOGY
When TVS says that their motorcycles
have been born on the racetrack,
they aren’t joking. A lot of the
technology that goes into the
Apache RTR 160 4V comes from
countless hours spent trying
to get their riders onto the top
step of the podium. The fuel-
injection module, for example,
has been tuned for providing
the best performance out on the
racetrack; the motorcycle does derive
its name from Racing Throttle Response
after all. The Race Tuned Fuel Injection (RT-Fi)
delivers optimum power without compromising on
fuel efficiency. The unit delivers a balance between
engine longevity, emission control and a thrilling riding
experience. Whether you’re out on the racetrack or
along your favorite bit of twisty tarmac, the RT-Fi
always delivers.
But it doesn’t end there. The RTR 160 4V isn’t just
about going fast. The Apache also sports technology
that is aimed at making it super-convenient in
everyday use. Look at the GTT (Glide Through
Technology) for example. The system reduces
rider fatigue by allowing incremental
forward motion while the clutch is
released without having to work
the throttle – a real blessing in
rush-hour traffic. It allows you to
ride at speeds of up to 7kph in
first gear, 12kph in second gear,
and 17kph in third gear, without
having to use the throttle at all.
All of this, together with other
bits like the Feather Touch Start
system – which allows you to press
the starter button just once and let the
motorcycle handle the rest – and Super Moto
ABS, make the Apache RTR 160 4V one of the
most technologically advanced motorcycles in the
market today.
PERFORMANCE
The Apaches have always been well-known for their
race-ready performance and the RTR 160 4V is no
different. At the heart of this performance
is the 159.7cc, four-valve, oil-cooled,
high-compression engine. The motor
churns out 16.02hp of peak power
at 8,250rpm and 14.12Nm of
peak torque at 7,250rpm.
This engine is mated to
a slick-shifting 5-speed
gearbox that delivers
precise gear shifts to take the
motorcycle to its 114kph top
speed. The combination of the
high-performance engine and The
RT-Fi makes for great acceleration and a
thrilling ride experience. With this superior
performance, surprisingly, it also
delivers almost 10 percent better
fuel economy.
But this isn’t all that the RTR
160 4V delivers. The Apache
also comes equipped with a
chassis that is as capable as the
engine. Built on a Double Cradle
Split Synchro Stiff Chassis that
has been fine-tuned over years of
racing experience, the RTR 160 4V
gets one of the most structurally rigid
frames in the segment. To add to that, it
is shod with race-tuned suspension, with the
rear monoshock coming from the high-performance
suspension manufacturer, Showa. If that weren’t
enough, there is also an option to upgrade from the
already sticky Remora tyres to race-spec Pirelli tyres.
The combination of all this, together with the roto-
petal disc brake up front and an optional disc brake at
the rear, makes the RTR 160 4V one of the sharpest-
handling motorcycles in the market today. Whether
it is on the straights or the tightest chicanes, the RTR
160 4V never misses a beat.
SUPERIOR QUALITY
When you go racing, there is zero
room for error. Without complete
focus on quality, whether it is
engine components, suspension
or bodywork, there can be no
guaranteed victory. This is the
same philosophy TVS brings to
all their motorcycles. Whether
in the quality of the paintwork on
the Apache RTR 160 4V or in the
longevity of the components that
make up the engine, suspension or any
other part, there is never any compromise
made. Every little bit that makes up the motorcycle
has been developed after thousands of hours of
testing on the racetrack, in the most stressful usage
conditions imaginable. This pretty much guarantees
that the RTR 160 4V is built the same way TVS’ race
bikes are – rock solid. With the strictest quality control
measures in place everywhere, from the assemble line
to the paint booth, every single Apache that
comes out of TVS’ factory is guaranteed
to uphold the same
levels of quality
that the company
has been so famous
for all these years. It’s no
wonder then, that even the
last generation of the RTR
160 4V has the backing of
the thousands of riders who
swear by its name. And this new
generation of Apache is all set to fly
that same flag just as high.
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TECHNOLOGY
The new RTR 200 4V is bringing
never-before-heard-of technology
into the segment.
Spearheading this wave
of technology is the new
SMARTXONNECT system.
The system gives the user
access to race telemetry,
turn-by-turn navigation, call
and SMS alerts, lean-angle
measurement, and even a
crease-alert system. By syncing with
your smartphone via the dedicated
app, you can record your rides, with tons
of data coming your way. The system even detects
low fuel levels and guides you to the nearest fuel
station. And all this is done via a new Information
button on the left side of the handlebar. You can
cycle through the all the information you want, from
top speed achieved, to 0-60kph acceleration times
and lap times, using the button. Of course, this is
apart from all the class-leading technology being
used in the mechanical bits of the RTR 200 4V. The
bigger Apache gets dual-channel ABS with
Real-wheel Lift-off Protection (RLP)
and, like its younger sibling, the
Glide Through Technology as well.
Not to mention the tech that
has been used in the engine,
itself. It gets the Race Tuned
Fuel Injection (RT-Fi) and
the Oil Cooled Combustion
Chamber (O3C) with ram-air
assist and a NanoFriks
coated piston that not
only optimises and reduces
running temperatures, but also
reduces mechanical friction in the
combustion chamber.
PERFORMANCE
The Apache RTR 200 4V brings some of the best
technology available together to create a machine
that is an incredible performer on the racetrack
as well as through the daily grind. The star of the
show, of course, is the proven 197.75cc
engine. The oil-cooled single-cylinder
gets a NanoFriks coated piston to
reduce friction and a ram-air
system that reduces running
temperatures by up to 10
degrees. Together with
the RT-Fi, it helps the
motorcycle make 20.5hp
of power at 8,500rpm
and 16.8Nm of torque
at 7,500rpm. This power is
delivered to the wheels
through a 5-speed gearbox
that lets the RTR 200 4V hit 60kph
from a standstill within 3.9sec and
100kph in 12.1sec. The engine is also
suited to lots of high-speed
work, with it being capable
of hitting 127kph on your
favorite racetrack.
But like its siblings,
the RTR 200 4V is not
just about straightline
performance. The
race-derived Split Cradle
Synchrostiff chassis brings
class-leading torsional rigidity to the
Apache. This – combined with top-spec
suspension tuned and sourced in partnership
with KYB, and racing-spec Eurogrip Protorq SR radial
tyres that allow better high-speed performance,
longer tyre life and more precise handling – almost
guarantees you quick lap times around a racetrack,
or a quick commute to work. To add to that, the
motorcycle also comes equipped with a racing
slipper clutch that not only reduces clutch effort, but
also allows you to downshift aggressively without
any rear-wheel hopping. And to make this
already sweet deal sweeter, the RTR
200 4V also gets a double-barrel
exhaust that not only
adds performance
but also lets the
motorcycle have a
racy soundtrack.
SUPERIOR QUALITY
Over years of manufacturing
quality motorcycles and
scooters, TVS has perfected
the art of providing good quality
products to their customers. The RTR
200 follows the same tradition.
The RTR brings race-winning technology to the
masses without any compromise on quality. From the
sheen on the Glossy Black or Sheer White paint work,
to the ‘never say die’ attitude of the engine, every
single nut and bolt on the RTR 200 4V speaks of the
highest standards of quality that every product that
comes out of a TVS factory upholds. Of course, it all
comes from a lifetime spent in search of
perfection – both in manufacturing
and out on the racetrack. After
all, a chain is only as strong
as its weakest link; and by
eliminating that link, you
create motorcycles that win
championships over and
over again. Having been tried
and tested on racetracks over
thousands of laps, the Apache
RTR 200 4V is guaranteed to
deliver the same reliability and
quality that it does on the racetrack
out on the streets.
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KIA SELTOS
We put Kia’s first offering in India through our exhaustive test to
find out whether it is worthy of the hype.
MODEL TESTED 1.4P GTX+/1.4P DCT GTX/1.5D HTX+/1.5D AT HTX+/1.5P CVT HTX
Price Rs 9.89-17.34lakh (ex-showroom, India) On sale Now 0-100kph 8.96/9.72/11.67/12.91/12.06sec

*ACHIEVED
Top speed 189*/170*/161*/152*/174kph Fuel economy (overall) 11.7/11.3/17.2/15.4/NAkpl
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ia made a grand debut
K
in India by carpet-
bombing the midsize
SUV segment with its
first offering – the
Seltos. This is an SUV that comes
with a wide variety of engine and
transmission options, an expansive
list of features and, with prices
ranging between Rs 9.89 lakh and
Rs 17.34 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi),
it covers a wide range of price points.
With a choice of three engines, four
transmissions and multiple trim
levels, the Seltos caters to a wide
spectrum of customers, and it’s no
surprise that, in just a few months, it
emerged as the bestselling SUV in the
country. But just how deserving is it of
ROAD TEST
the customer’s trust? We put both the
WE LIKE
petrol and diesel variants through an
exhaustive road test to see how good it Smoothness and refinement  Features
is in the real world.
 Well-appointed interiors  Value for money
WE DON’T LIKE
DESIGN
Based on an all-new platform, the  Low speed ride is a bit stiff
4,315mm-long Seltos fits smack in the  DCT niggles
middle of the midsize SUV segment
and strikes a good balance of being
not too small and not too big. It feels a
class up on cars like the Duster and
Kicks, and isn’t as big as the Tata
Harrier, MG Hector and Mahindra
XUV500. In fact, as a 5-seater, it’s got
the right proportions, offers a strong
stance, and yet is compact enough for
the city commute.
The Seltos’ body structure boasts
73 percent high-strength steel, which
adds the necessary rigidity, yet saves
weight. For its size and the amount
of equipment packed in, it’s a fairly
light SUV.  LED headlamps look stunning and  ‘GT Line’ gets sportier crystal-cut
What the Seltos establishes is illuminate roads really well. alloys and red front brake calipers.
Kia’s family look and the Korean
brand’s signature ‘Tiger Nose’ grille
with tasteful chrome detailing that
grabs your attention. The sweptback
LED headlamps and vertically stacked
fog lamps stand out, as do the red
accents on the GT Line variant. The
17-inch alloy wheels fill the wheel
arches nicely, while the high bonnet,
upright stance, downward-sloping
roofline, and rising window line give
it a sophisticated appearance. At the
rear, the LED tail-lamps and chrome
tailgate applique make the Seltos  While idling for long, shift to ‘N’ or  Head-up display is a great party
easily identifiable even from afar. ‘P’ from ‘D’ to avoid DCT overheating. trick, but it isn’t well executed.
Overall, its styling isn’t as
conservative as the Duster’s or the
Creta’s; it looks fresh and wears a
rather contemporary design language.
INTERIOR
Kia has done a great job when it
comes to offering a high-quality,
upmarket feel in the cabin. All the
touchpoints have a soft, premium
feel – be it the door pads, or the
flat-bottom steering, the dashboard
fascia or the gear lever, everything  It’s easy to accidently press SOS  Sound quality from the Bose
feels great to touch. The matte silver button while adjusting the mirror. speakers is crisp and clear.
and piano black finishes, coupled
with the two-tone dashboard colour,
look upmarket, and the fit-finish of
all the panels and switchgear is
top-notch. While it is easy to get
swayed by its overall quality, the
dashboard design will polarise
opinions, due to the large rectangular
bezel that stretches from the
instrument cluster dials and
surrounds the touchscreen,
mimicking modern Mercedes’
dashboard design.
The Seltos’ large door cavities,  Several charging points, including  Only GT Line automatics get
flat floor sill, and upright cabin a dedicated wireless pad. drive and traction modes.
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turn indicator is on, thus minimising blindspots.
 Buyers get three years of free subscription to the
UVO SIM-based connectivity services.
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 In-built air purifier and selectable fragrances add  Gearshift lights in Sport mode lend a racy feel,
to cabin’s feel-good factor. but DCT feels too snappy for city driving.
 Sets a new benchmark in
its segment when it comes to
interior quality and fit-finish.
It feels well-built too.
I N F O TA I N M E N T
Kia’s 10.25-inch touchscreen is easy to read
but it’s not the best in terms of response or
touch-sensitivity. Earlier batches had a
software glitch where the screen would
suddenly go blank, but this problem has now
been solved. You get the option of two to three
split displays, and that proves to be useful
during navigation. Improving usability further
are the touch-operable shortcut controls
beneath the screen. While most users will be
happy using Android Auto and Apple CarPlay,
higher variants also get the SIM-based UVO
connected tech, which offer roadside assistance
and concierge services at the press of a button
placed on the inside mirror.

∆ The front seats are comfy, and
supportive, and the cushioning too is
well judged. Finding the right driving
position is easy, thanks to the seat and
steering adjustments on offer, and the
well laid-out controls. The driving
position is nice and upright; so most
owners will enjoy the fact that the
bonnet lies in their field of vision.
Visibility is good, and what helps
further are the driver aids like front
parking sensors, 360-degree camera,
as well as the lane-changing camera
that displays a live video feed on the
MID each time the indicator is flicked,
thus eliminating blind spots. Storage
areas are cleverly designed too, with
wide door bins, cupholders, and
smaller spaces for knick-knacks.
But it isn’t all perfect. The wireless
charging pad, though a big plus, is
not the easiest to access and large
phones have to be wiggled into place.
Taller drivers would find thigh
support to be a bit inadequate, the
driver armrest isn’t adjustable, the
volume controls will be a bit of a
stretch for the front passenger,
window controls aren’t backlit, and
then the working of the head-up
Interiors exude a premium feel, and
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can match cars from a segment above.
display – although a novelty in this
 in the real world. Refinement levels
segment – isn’t very well executed, so
most would prefer to keep it tucked
out of sight. Also, the air-con doesn’t
adjust airflow easily and even the
positioning of the vents is not optimal
for the driver.
Rear-seat occupants will find
legroom to be decent, with the bench
being quite comfy for a car this size.
Of course, it doesn’t have the same
amount of space as the Harrier or the
Hector, and the seats could do with a
bit more underthigh support.
However, the almost flat floor, and a
reasonably wide seat mean a third
passenger won’t feel unwelcome here.
What’s nice is that the backrest also
reclines to a very comfy angle (up to
six degrees), although the controls for
it are inconveniently positioned on top
of the backrest, rather than beside the
seat. The large window area and the
rear quarter gives the cabin an airy
feel, and sliding back the sunroof
(only available on the GTX+ and
HTX+ trims) further brightens up the
space. At 433 litres, the Seltos’ boot is
very usable. It is wide and has a flat
loading lip, making it easy to load
heavier cargo.
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PERFORMANCE
Kia is offering buyers a choice of three
different engines – a 115hp, 1.5-litre
naturally aspirated petrol; a 140hp,
1.4-litre turbo-petrol; and a 115hp,
1.5-litre diesel engine. Each of these
get a 6-speed manual and an
automatic option as well. What’s
unique is that each automatic
transmission is exclusive to each
powertrain. The 1.5-litre petrol gets
a CVT (continuously variable
transmission), the 1.4-litre turbo-
petrol gets a 7-speed DCT (dual-
clutch transmission), and the diesel
gets 6-speed torque converter
automatic. Kia has taken the lead
in its segment by introducing
BS6-compliant engines – for which
the catalytic converters in the petrols
have received some tweaks, but
changes to the diesel are more
significant like the addition of a high-
pressure pump, a catalytic converter  Comfy seats and well-judged cushioning; less thigh support for tall drivers.
with a diesel particulate filter (DPF),
and a lean NOx trap (LNT).
With power and torque figures of
140hp and 242Nm, respectively, the
1.4-litre turbo-petrol motor surely
impresses on paper, and even more so
are top-notch, and even on the move
it goes about doing its job in a silent
manner. Those with a keen ear will
hear a faint whistle-like sound from
the intake past 2,000rpm when the
engine is under load. Beyond  Spacious and supportive second row; the backrest reclines to a comfy angle.
5,000rpm, the engine sounds a bit
boomy. Throttle responses are sharp,
and because max torque comes in
from as low as 1,500rpm, there’s no
perceptible delay in performance.
Spin it past 2,200rpm and the
tachometer needle swings towards the
redline in a rather enthusiastic
manner. While performance in the
mid-range is strong, there’s no
prominent spike in power delivery, so
it builds speed in a very linear manner.
Hold on to a gear longer and it will
spin past 5,000rpm in a gutsy
manner, although power begins to
taper off beyond 6,000rpm. The
6-speed manual’s gearing is very tall,
so it will rev until 6,800rpm in the first
three gears, with the first maxing out
at 54kph, second at 99kph, and third
at 149kph. The tall gearing and
impressive torque spread shoots the
Seltos from 0-100kph in a rapid
8.9sec, making it the quickest ◊  At 433 litres, the boot can accommodate a decent load of luggage.
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Acceleration through the gears is
equally impressive, despite the taller
ratios. The manual transmission is a
delight to use, with slick shifts that
provide a reassuring click each time
the gear slots into its gate. The clutch,
although light, has a long travel,
and the pedal feel isn’t consistent,
so you’ll need to modulate it carefully
to drive smoothly.
Paired to the turbo-petrol is also a
7-speed dual-clutch automatic
transmission. This unit is fairly quick
like most twin-clutch units and is
almost always in the right gear. There
are driving modes too, and in
‘Normal’ and ‘Eco’, it shifts to the
highest gear possible at the earliest;
for example, it shifts to sixth gear by
60kph and seventh by 80kph. Within
urban confines, there’s barely any
difference between the two modes; so
the Eco mode feels very usable, and it
doesn’t blunt performance or
responsiveness either. However, it
does reduce the effectiveness of the
air conditioning, and this can be
uncomfortable on a hot day. The third
driving mode is ‘Sport’, which
sharpens throttle responses, weights
up the steering and programmes the
transmission to hold onto gears
longer. But what it does is also
aggravate the snappy engagement
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of the DCT which isn’t very user-
friendly in start-stop traffic. In fact,
one of the weaknesses of the Seltos’
DCT is that clutch engages a bit too
sharply and it doesn’t have a
progressive feel. Backing into a
parking spot in reverse can be tricky
because of this sudden engagement.
It’s also important to point out that
the Seltos DCT did face overheating
issues because of excessive clutch
‘slip’ in stop-start traffic. A new
software update has reduced the
slip but the clutch now engages more
like an on-off switch, making it feel a
touch too snappy. Paddleshifters
would have enhanced the drive
experience but the Tiptronic mode
does offer the option to change gears
manually. The Seltos DCT has a few
rough edges and is clearly not as
smooth or refined as Volkswagen’s
DSG unit, which, in terms of shift
quality, is still the benchmark.
The Kia Seltos’ 1.5-litre diesel sets a
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Multiple engine and gearbox
combinations widen the Seltos’ appeal.

Scores well on stability and composure,
new benchmark in its segment in
terms of refinement and drivability.
The motor is extremely smooth and
the diesel clatter or drone is well in
check. What’s nice is that power
delivery is linear, and just like the
turbo-petrol, this diesel makes its max
torque of 250Nm right from
1,500rpm, so lag is minimal. Lazy
drivers will be happy to drive around
town in higher gears without the need
to downshift often; it can easily exit a
speed breaker in second gear, without
any juddering. The real meat of the
powerband is between 2,200rpm and
4,000rpm, making it a great cruiser;
overtaking in this range feels
effortless. While the bottom-end and
mid-range are rather impressive, it
does run out of breath towards its
top-end; so even though the engine
will spin until about 5,000rpm, it
begins to sound clattery and rather
coarse beyond 4,000rpm, with barely
any energy left in the last 1,000rpm.
and it feels balanced around corners.
The 6-speed manual, just like the
turbo-petrol’s unit, has a very positive
shift action, and although its clutch
requires a bit more effort than the
turbo-petrol’s, the pedal feel is far
more linear and easier to judge.
Being down on power compared to
the Creta 1.6-litre diesel-manual
results in a slower 0-100kph time of
11.67sec, (Creta’s is 10.81sec), but
the Kia simply blows away the Creta
when it comes to drivability –
20-80kph in third gear is 1.58sec
faster, and 40-100kph in fourth gear
is 1.57sec faster, reflecting on how
much more drivable the Seltos is
compared to the Hyundai.
The 6-speed torque converter
automatic is smooth and performs
seamlessly while cruising. Demand
for quicker responses, however,
and it is slow to respond. Pin the
accelerator to the floor, and it will
upshift at around 4,500rpm in the
lower gears, but the transition
between the ratios seems rather lazy.
This combination feels best when
driven in a sedate manner.
Last but definitely not the least is
the 1.5-litre, four-cylinder petrol
engine that puts out a healthy 115hp
and 144Nm of torque. And while Kia
has the performance part covered
with the 1.4 turbo-petrol unit, this 1.5,
naturally aspirated petrol engine

focuses more on a smooth driving
experience. From the moment you
start the engine, it feels refined and
also runs quietly at low to mid revs.
It’s only in the upper reaches of the
powerband that it feels strained and
the engine noise gets intrusive. Off the
line, power delivery is smooth and the
engine feels responsive to the slightest
of throttle inputs. It doesn’t have the
mid-range punch of its turbocharged
siblings but doesn’t feel gutless like
many naturally aspirated engines. It’s
only beyond 4,000 rpm that it starts
running out of breath.
This engine is offered with a CVT
and it does the job well. Yes, it does
have the typical rubber-band effect
seen in most CVTs, where you
accelerate hard and the engine RPM
rises but doesn’t translate into a rise
in speed. However, the good news is
that this undesirable effect has been
kept to a minimum, which means
there’s enough power while
overtaking on the highways. While
the instant low-speed response is
impressive, especially on part throttle,
there’s a momentary delay before the
gearbox responds, and that’s not
something you expect in a modern
CVT. There’s a manual mode to
move through predefined
ratios but it doesn’t allow aggressive
downshifts for engine braking. On
the other hand, during outright
acceleration, the manual mode holds
on to each ratio slightly longer than in
‘D’. All in all, this combination works
really well if you have a laid-back
driving style.
RIDE AND HANDLING
The Seltos gets a firm suspension
setup and low-speed ride quality is a
bit stiff. It’s not uncomfortable but
sharper edges do filter through,
especially on 215/60 R17 tyres. At
highway speeds, too, the stiffness is
noticeable, and the ride, especially on
the petrol versions, is quite busy. It
doesn’t pitch or bob like the Creta, and
it rides a lot flatter but you are aware
of the road surface most of the time.
Over bad and broken roads, the Seltos
doesn’t feel as tough or as robust as a
Renault Duster or a Nissan Kicks.
‘Balanced’ is the best way to
describe the SUV’s handling
character. Body roll is well-contained
and the chassis is taut, so direction
changes feel confidence-inspiring.
The steering is light, and it weights
up quite consistently with speeds,
although there’s no feel or feedback
to speak of. In the variants that get
driving modes, the steering gets
noticeably heavier in Sport mode,
although the difference in weight
between ‘Eco’ and ‘Normal’ is
barely noticeable. The brakes are
progressive and the pedal feel is
well-judged; the diesel-automatic’s
pedal, however, felt spongier than
the rest.
F U E L E F F I C I E N CY
The 1.5-litre diesel-manual is the pick
of the lot when it comes to maximising
kilometres per litre, averaging an
impressive 17.2kpl. What helps is the
negligible turbo lag and smooth
power delivery – you don’t need to use
the throttle aggressively to get
moving. The diesel-automatic’s
average figure of 15.35kpl is also
impressive. The tall-geared 1.4-litre
turbo-petrol manual returns 9.4kpl
in the city and 14kpl on the highway.
With its driving mode set to ‘Eco’,
the petrol-automatic managed
8.5kpl in the city; the 7-speed
transmission cruises on the highway
at low engine speeds, as a result, it
achieved 14.1kpl on the highway.
Do note that turbo-petrol engines,
in general, are sensitive to ambient
conditions and idling times; so
efficiency will improve while cruising
at steady speeds, but the fuel needle
will drop rather rapidly while idling
in dense traffic.
F E AT U R E S
The Seltos is offered under a HT
(Tech) Line and a GT Line, with four
variants each. The range comprises
three engines which get two
transmission options each, and 13
colour schemes (including five dual-
tone options). All variants get basic kit
like dual airbags, ABS with EBD,
parking sensors, four disc brakes
Keen drivers will enjoy the turbo-petrol,
while mile-munchers will love the frugal diesel.
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(base 1.5-litre petrol has only front),
projector headlamps, Bluetooth audio
system, steering controls, rear AC
vents, driver-side armrest and remote
key entry. The 1.5-litre petrol is
available only in the higher mid-spec
HTX (Tech Line) which comes with
features like auto LED headlamps, a
10.25-inch touchscreen with Android
and Apple connectivity, UVO
connected apps, auto-dimming inside
mirror, climate control, cruise control,
air purifier, 17-inch alloys, electric
folding mirrors, camera, and rear
wiper and washer. The top-spec
diesel-manual is the HTX Plus that
adds a Bose sound system, a sunroof,
ventilated seats, wireless charging
and some more features. However,
despite its price of Rs 15.34 lakh
(ex-showroom, India), it misses out
on side and curtain airbags, as well as
ESP. The 1.4-litre turbo-petrol manual
and automatic are available only in
the GT Line which is the sportier of
the two trim lines. The top-spec GTX
plus is available with the turbo-petrol
manual and automatic, and diesel-
automatic. Over the top-spec diesel-
manual, it gets six airbags, ESP, a
heads-up display, rain-sensing
wipers; the automatics also get multi-
driving modes and traction control.
By offering multiple options to
buyers, Kia has created one of the
most confusing variant mixes in
recent times.
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KIA SELTOS TECHNICAL LAYOUT

FIGURES IN PURPLE FOR TURBO PETROL AUTO, FIGURES IN GREEN FOR DIESEL MANUAL, FIGURES IN ORANGE FOR DIESEL AUTO, BLUE FOR PETROL AUTO

Price Rs 16.29/17.29/
15.34/16.34/14.29 lakh
(ex-showroom, India)
Warranty 3 years or unlimited km
POTDAR DESIGN
Width 1800mm Front track 1560mm
Rear track 1583mm
Rear interior width 1380mm
Ground clearance 150mm (laden)

mm
Boot capacity 433 litres

mm
ENGINE

95 0

96 0
Fuel Turbo-petrol/Turbo-petrol

1645mm
(AT)/Diesel/Diesel (AT)/ 820mm (max) 830mm (max)
Petrol (AT)
Installation Front, transverse 620mm(min) 620mm (min)
Type 4 cyl,1353cc, turbo-petrol,
1493cc diesel,
1497cc petrol
Bore/stroke 71.6/84, 75/84.5,
75.6/83.38 mm
Compression ratio 10.0:1, 16.0:1, 11.0:1
Valve gear 4 valves per cyl, DOHC 2610mm
Power 140hp at 6000rpm 4315mm
115hp at 4000rpm
115hp at 6300rpm BRAKES Structure Large appetite
Torque 242Nm at 1500-3200rpm Front Disc Body boasts 73 percent high strength Big fuel tank means a longer range,
250Nm at 1500-2750rpm Rear Disc/Drum steel which adds rigidity yet saves weight. thus reducing the number of refuelling stops.
144Nm at 4000rpm Anti-lock Yes
Power to weight 108.6/105.9/
87.5/84.5/92.3 ACCELERATION
hp per tonne Kph TIME (sec)
Torque to weight 188/183/190/184/116 0-10 0.53 0.87 0.68 0.58 0.58
EPS
Nm per tonne 0-20 1.13 1.52 1.26 1.12 1.51 EPS
Specific output 103/77/77 hp per litre 0-30 1.73 2.12 1.85 1.78 2.48
0-40 2.32 2.86 2.86 2.81 3.41 xxx litres 50 litres
TRANSMISSION 0-50 3.04 3.81 3.73 3.97 4.39
Type Front-wheel drive 0-60 4.01 4.67 4.83 5.53 5.54
Gearbox 6-speed manual/ 0-70 5.02 5.68 6.30 7.17 6.76
7-speed DCT/ 0-80 6.11 6.96 7.94 8.79 8.33
6-speed manual/ 0-90 7.35 8.23 9.70 10.80 9.98
6-speed automatic/ 0-100 8.96 9.72 11.67 12.91 12.06
CVT 0-110 10.93 11.52 14.23 15.66 14.31
Ratios/kph per 1000rpm 0-120 12.85 13.65 16.92 18.71 16.97 Pick and choose Discs all around
1st 3.61/7.82, 3.92/6.61, 0-130 15.06 16.06 20.08 22.45 20.35 One of the few cars to offer such a wide All variants barring the base petrol get
3.61/8.06, 4.21/8.56 0-140 17.77 18.96 24.20 26.63 24.29 variety of engine and gearbox combinations. disc brakes at each corner.
2nd 1.96/14.41, 2.31/11.21, 1/4 mile 16.72 17.38 18.28 18.88 18.15
1.96/14.85, 2.63/13.68 MA X SPEEDS IN GEAR EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST
3rd 1.29/21.85, 1.95/18.03, ACCELERATION IN GEAR 54kph 6800rpm/36kph 6100rpm/ LED headlamps n
1.29/22.52, 1.80/20.04 20-80kph in third / kickdown 1 Ventilated front seats
41kph 5200rpm/38kph 4600rpm n
4th 0.95/29.73, 1.02/25.41, 10.05/5.71/9.84/7.54/6.70 sec Sunroof

EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST IS FOR GTX+ VARIANT

n
0.95/30.65, 1.38/26.02 40-100kph in fourth / kickdown 99kph 6800rpm/67kph 6100rpm/
5th 0.72/39.10, 0.77/33.42, 2 76kph 5100rpm/58kph 4400rpm Wireless charger n
10.62/7.36/10.85/10.04/8.50 sec Android Auto/Apple CarPlay n
0.72/40.31, 1.00/36.07
6th 0.63/44.66, 0.83/42.17, Air purifier n
0.63/46.04, 0.77/46.72
NOISE LEVEL (dB ) 3 149kph 6800rpm/108kph 6100rpm/ Powered driver seat 8-way
113kph 5000rpm/85kph 4300rpm
7th 0.68/51.83 Idle 40.5/40.5/44/44/39 Front parking sensors n
Final drive ratio 4.46:1, 4.85:1 for 1st, 2nd, Idle with AC at half 57.7/57.7/55.7/55.7/55.3
ESP, Hill-hold control n
4th and 5th; and 3.57:1 for 3rd, Full rev 75.2/72.4/73.6/71.7/NA 4 181kph 6000rpm/152kph 6100rpm/ 360-degree camera
50kph in 4th gear 5.5/63.7/65.9/55.6/64.5 152kph 4900rpm/108kph 4100rpm n
6th and 7th, 4.33:1, 3.50:1 Airbags 6
80kph in top gear 71.4/69.2/67.9/66.8/68.9
CHASSIS & BODY 5 185kph 4600rpm*/170kph 5000rpm*/ n = Available,
160kph 4000rpm*/146kph 4100rpm
Construction Five-door, monocoque, SUV BRAKING NA=Not Available, *ACHIEVED, # EX-SHOWROOM, INDIA
Weight 1289/1321/1315/1361/1246kg 80-0kph 27.19m, 2.46s 188kph 4100rpm*/170kph 4000rpm*/ D=Driver, O=optional
6 161kph 3500rpm*/152kph 3250rpm*
Tyres 215/60 R17, 205/65 R16
Spare 205/65 R16 ECONOMY RANGE AT A GLANCE
TEST NA/170kph 3300rpm*/ ENGINES
7 NA/NA
SUSPENSION City 9.4/8.5/15.3/12.9/NAkpl 1.4 Petrol 140hp Rs 13.79-17.29 lakh#
Front Independent, MacPherson struts, Highway 14/14.1/19.1/17.8/NAkpl RPM in Top gear at 100kph = 1.5 Diesel 115hp Rs 10.34-17.34 lakh#
coil-springs Tank size 50 litres 2200/1900/2200/2200/NArpm 1.5 Petrol 115hp Rs 9.89-14.29 lakh#
Rear Non-independent, torsion beam,
coil-springs

STEERING
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TESTERS’
NOTES
SAUMIL SHAH
Sound mood feature
turns the car into a disco
with flashy lights, but is
distracting while driving at night.
JAY PATIL
Switches on the driver’s
doorpad are not backlit
(except the driver’s
power window switch).
RENUKA KIRPALANI
Resetting the tyre
pressure monitor is
quite cumbersome.

S P E C A DV I C E
The value pick is the HTK+,
with its right balance of price
and features. However, if you
want a petrol-CVT, go for the
HTX variant.

JOBS FOR THE

FAC E L I F T
 Add a panoramic sunroof
VERDICT and paddleshifters
 Simplify the variant mix

KIA SELTOS TEST

SCORECARD

Represents outstanding value for money and CO M FO RT

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Seats are largely comfortable
packs in all that buyers are looking for. and cabin is spacious for its size.
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All engines are very drivable;
ll it takes is one drive in the Seltos to make you an admirer. This car turbo-petrol is a stonker.

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is so well packaged, it has everything this segment demands. The HHHHHHHHHI
multiple engines and transmission combinations mean buyers have Among the best when it comes
to smoothness and refinement.
a wide range of options to choose from too. Those who enjoy driving will VALU E
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love the turbo-petrol, while the ones who cover more miles will be happy Barring some, most variants
offer great value for the money.
with the frugal diesel engine. The Seltos drives well too. Its interiors set a new
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benchmark in the segment when it comes to quality and fit-finish. The car is HHHHHHHHII
Packs in all the safety kit
spacious, comfortable and practical, and it is loaded to the brim with premium expected in a car of this class.
features, many of which are segment-firsts. So for the money, the Seltos is a RIDE
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package that’s really hard to fault. Suspension is a bit stiff,
resulting in a busy ride at times.
If we had to nitpick, we’d say it doesn’t feel as robust as rivals like the Renault HAN D LI N G
Duster or the larger Tata Harrier. The ride is a bit on the stiff side, and the HHHHHHHHII
Changes directions confidently
variant mix is extremely confusing. But none of these are real deal-breakers and is a balanced handler.

for those seeking a posh, modern and urban SUV. This is a quality product by B U I LD & Q UALIT Y
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Kia that represents outstanding value for money. It’s no surprise then that the Very nicely put together and can
easily match pricier cars.
Seltos won our Car of the Year 2020. AI
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 MG ZS EV RECORD RUN
How far can an electric vehicle travel on a
single charge, if one is intent on wringing
every single kilowatt from its battery?
Rahul Kakar puts the MG ZS EV to the
One Charge Challenge.
PHOTOGRAPHY KULDEEP CHAUDHARI

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t was a late February morning in
I
Gurugram. We were out at 7am,
and the road ahead was covered
by a diaphanous haze, but I was
clear as crystal about what I
needed to do. In fact, Autocar India’s ‘One
Charge Challenge’ couldn’t be more black and
white. It involved an attempt to set a record for
the longest distance travelled in an EV in India
– on a single charge.
This was not a test designed for real-world
conditions, but more of a quest to stretch
the range of an EV to its ultimate limit, to go
right until the edge, and then maybe a little
farther. What that meant was acquiring
the patience of a monk, and learning and
unlearning things one thought one knew about
ZS EV’s battery charged to 100 percent
and
the GPS trip set to zero just before start
ing off.
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The ZS EV was flagged off at MG’s
flagship showroom in Gurugram.
driving and electric vehicles, which, in this case,
was a stock MG ZS EV.
The ZS EV is powered by a permanent
magnet synchronous motor which makes
142.7hp and 353Nm of torque, and its 44.5kWh
lithium-ion battery pack has a claimed range of
340km. Could it actually cover that distance?
And, if push came to shove, in a manner of
speaking, could it go beyond that? These
were some of the questions on my mind, as
officials from the Federation of Motorsports
Club of India (FMSCI) and the India Book of
Records (IBR) sealed the charging socket with Driving slow meant distances on
tamper-proof tape, and the air resounded with the milestones felt much longer
exhortations by top MG Motor officials to go than they actually were.
forth and ace the mission. I shook hands – the
threat of COVID-19 was yet to loom over the
FMSCI official sealing the battery charging
socket with tamper-proof tape.
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Smog affected visibility, and heavy

traffic out of Gurugram didn’t help either.


If push came to shove, could
the ZS EV go beyond the
official 340km claim?

country – got into the car, put the windows up,
and pointed the ZS EV’s nose in the direction
of Udaipur.
It might not be immediately apparent, but
driving an EV with a sedate foot and in the
most economical manner possible requires as
much concentration and focus as driving fast
in a supercar. Acceleration had to be as linear
as possible, without demanding too much
power. Anticipating oncoming traffic accurately,
too, was key in modulating the accelerator to
maintain a steady pace. What’s more, since the
air-con was switched off and the windows were
up to avoid drag on this particular mission, one
also had to learn to endure the stuffiness and
heat that comes with the territory. It was late ◊

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Several fuel stations along the route
but none of them were ready yet
with the charging infrastructure.

Minimal use of regenerative braking out on the
highway allowed for better coasting ability.

∆ February but the sub-continent had started
to heat up. Weight too, had to be kept in check;
other than my 70kg frame, I carried little else
other than a few sachets of Electral, a USB fan
and a few bottles of water.
The first 60min brought me several learnings.
Now, the ZS EV has three driving modes: Eco,
Normal and Sport. Since we were driving in
the most economical manner possible, our
choice of mode was, of course, a no-brainer.
The same went for the Kinetic Energy Recovery
System (KERS) level that we chose to operate
at. The ZS EV has three levels of KERS, and
higher the setting, higher the friction and
resistance to cruising. Since cruising smoothly
and expending as little energy as possible
when accelerating the vehicle was imperative,
KERS 1 worked best for me. But, as surprising
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Tolls were the only place where the
momentum was broken and the ZS EV
had to come to a complete halt.
as it may sound, KERS isn’t really useful
while coasting, as it has some amount of
resistance which makes free-wheel coasting
difficult. Even at KERS 1, the ZS EV doesn’t
coast very freely and the throttle needs to be
depressed ever so slightly to allow for more
effortless cruising.
By 10 am, I had covered – and expectedly
so – only 100km, but things were going as
planned. The battery charge had only dropped
to 82 percent, and the car still had a range of
270km. Breaching the claimed range of 340km
looked doable, but life on the road is as much a
study in unpredictability as life on the kerb, and
crossing of the 100km milestone was just one
step in our single-minded journey. There were
other positives as well. Traffic on the road was
sparse, the ambient temperature
 MG ZS EV RECORD RUN

Keeping a constant pace was important without

feeding in too much power, and the goal was to stay
as close as possible to zero percent power usage.

The ZS EV had its regular electric diet,

me, on the other hand, had to make do
with energy bars and Electral water.

was not unbearable, and the mist on the

highway had dispersed. The last bit improved
visibility and made anticipating the flow of
traffic that much easier. But the heat seemed
to increase in proportion to the distance I
covered, and I will always fondly remember the
fresh-air mode that let in air through the vents
and that doughty little USB fan. The arrival of
Jaipur Bypass signaled 200km on the odo and
even more heat inside the cabin, but I kept the
momentum going, intent on covering as much
distance as possible during daytime so as to
avoid using the headlights, which would have
had a significant impact on the ZS EV’s range.
Touching – and crossing – the 340km
milestone, the ZS EV’s official range on a fully
charged battery, was almost an anti-climax.
The MG just kept moving on. Everything
seemed normal. There were no flashing lights
or buzzing sounds, and Ajmer appeared on
the horizon. The ZS EV still had 44 percent of
battery charge remaining – and that meant it
could go another 141 km. Evidently I was doing
something right, but since the sun was setting,
I chose discretion over valour and called it, well,
a night. I wanted to avoid using the battery-
sapping headlights at all costs.
Early next morning, after the FMSCI and ◊

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 
A whopping 223km over the claimed range of
340km was far beyond what anyone expected.


Vinod Singh of India Book

of Records handing over the
certificate for the longest
Overall average speed was painfully slow for sure, but there distance travelled by an EV
were
108 AUTOCARINDIA.COM APRIL times the ZS EV hit speeds as high as 85kph downhill.
2020 on a single charge.
 MG ZS EV RECORD RUN
bit was that I could coast down the
slope to compensate for the extra Trip Elapsed time Battery Range Avg. speed
battery-depleting burst of power (KM) (H:M) (%) (km) (kph)
used. By the time I rejoined the
0 0 100 336 0
smooth four-laner right after the
quaintly named town of Bhim, the 10 0:20 98 330 28
battery was at 23 percent and range 20 0:38 96 326 33
at 72km. Udaipur was about 150km 30 0:54 95 320 33.5
away at this point, and the chances 40 1:11 93 314 33.5
of me making it to the City of Lakes 50 1:36 91 308 33.5
appeared bleak.
60 1:44 90 296 33.8
After having piloted the ZS EV
for close to 12 hours, I had a fair 70 1:58 88 290 35
idea of the nature and pace of 80 2:12 86 284 35.8
the depletion of its battery, and 90 2:28 84 276 35.8
the effect it had on the vehicle’s 100 2:43 82 270 36.3
range. On an average, the ZS EV 110 3:02 81 264 36.1
was losing five to six kilometres
120 3:19 79 259 35.8
of range for every 10km travelled.
So, while I was certain that 130 3:43 77 253 34.6
lunch at Udaipur was not on the 140 3:59 76 248 34.6
cards, I was intent on wringing 150 4:18 74 243 34.6
every single kilowatt from the 160 4:34 73 236 34.6
battery, and to continue the ZS 170 4:55 71 231 34.4
One of the warning messages you should pay EV’s march for as long as possible.
180 5:15 69 226 34
heed to when using an EV. As the battery drained rapidly, the odometer
kept clicking on, registering one milestone 190 5:31 68 220 34
after another. 475…500…525km. And, then 200 5:50 66 213 33.9
∆ IBR officials had conducted the mandatory it happened – I was finally at a point of no 210 6:07 64 208 34
checks on the car – specifically to ascertain if return. Zero percent, zero range. About a 220 6:25 63 204 33.9
the charge socket seal was intact – I was back minute later, a series of messages popped up 230 6:42 61 198 34
on the road again. on the instrument cluster: ‘Battery power being
240 6:56 60 193 34.3
By 8:20am, I had crossed the town of depleted, Please stop safely’ , ‘Power limited
Beawar and covered 400km. The battery charge limiting speed’, and eventually ‘HV Battery 250 7:12 59 190 34.4
displayed on the screen was 33 percent and the Shutoff’. The car went stone-dead, and I gently 260 7:30 57 186 34.3
range was about 100km. This was an important rolled off the highway and parked the car by 270 7:46 56 182 34.4
landmark on this record run, as the four-lane the side of the road. This was it. Waiting for the 280 8:02 54 176 34.5
NH 58 comes to an end at Beawar, and I had to recovery flat-bed truck to pick us up, I glanced 290 8:19 53 171 34.5
traverse the next 50km on a single carriageway. at the odometer. It read 563km. That sounded
That meant dealing with the vehicles around
300 8:37 51 167 34.5
unbelievable because it was whopping 223km
you and the ones coming at you. Steep inclines over the claimed range! But it was what it was. 310 8:54 50 161 34.6
on the road only added to the intensity of the Numbers never lie, and true to Autocar India 320 9:13 47 153 34.6
challenge. Simply put, I had to use more power tradition, it was another mission accomplished 330 9:29 46 148 34.3
to reach the crest of each incline, but the good and another record set. AI 340 9:50 44 141 34.1
350 10:09 42 137 33.8
360 10:29 40 128 33.5
A QUICK GUIDE TO HYPERMILING AN EV 370 10:44 38 122 33.6
380 10:57 36 117 33.9
M I N I M I S E E LEC TR I CAL LOAD T WE AK YO U R PR ESSU R E 390 11:10 35 110 34.1
Most EVs have a separate battery for auxiliary Maintaining tyres pressures on the higher side 400 11:28 33 104 34.1
systems, but in some cars these may still draw of what is recommended certainly improves 410 11:47 31 99 34
power from the main battery, and this could efficiency. The higher the tyre pressure, the lower
affect range. So, it is best to avoid using features the rolling resistance of your tyres, and the less
420 12:05 29 93 34
such as the infotainment system, or the effort (read charge) is needed to propel the car. 430 12:21 27 86 34
headlights during daytime. Turning off air- 440 12:38 25 89 34.1
conditioning will significantly extend the PL AN S MART 450 12:55 23 72 34
range. Windows need to be rolled up to reduce Avoid bad roads, routes with toll plazas, essentially 460 13:10 20 64 34.1
aerodynamic drag. anything that will force you to halt. That’s because 470 13:26 18 56 34.3
momentum is everything when it comes to
US E TH E CO R R EC T R EG E N M O D E hypermiling. Start you drive early, as it’ll eliminate 480 13:43 15 48 34.3
Brake energy regeneration can add charge to the need to use headlamps. 490 13:57 14 43 34.5
your battery but it’s best to keep this off or use the 500 14:12 12 38 34.5
lowest setting out on the highway, to enable better STAY S M OOTH 510 14:29 10 31 34.5
freewheeling and thus increase your miles. Maintaining a constant speed is important, as 520 14:46 7 24 34.5
is demanding the least possible power from the
530 15:00 5 17 34.6
KE E P WE I G HT I N CH ECK battery. Both acceleration and braking need to
Weight plays a crucial role, as it directly affects the be as smooth as possible. Use slopes on the road 540 15:12 4 13 34.8
power the electric vehicle’s motor needs to propel to your advantage by easing off or getting off 550 15:25 2 9 35.1
the car. Chuck unessential stuff – aftermarket the accelerator pedal to coast as far as possible 560 15:33 0 0 35.3
accessories, random bags in the boot – right out. without dropping too much pace. 563 15:39 0 0 35.3

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BRANDED CONTENT
ALL HAIL THE
NEW LION KING
Everyone please rise for the new benchmark
in SUVs – the second-generation Hyundai Creta.
PHOTOGRAPHY & IMAGING BY GAURAV S THOMBRE
THE FIRST-GENERATION CRETA NOT ONLY DEFINED WHAT AN
SUV OUGHT TO BE, BUT ALSO DOMINATED THE SEGMENT. THE
ALL NEW HYUNDAI CRETA IS PERFECTLY EQUIPPED TO TAKE
THAT LEGACY FORWARD.

Hello Blue Link

Open Sunroof
 BRANDED CONTENT

The All New Hyundai Creta’s tastefully appointed cabin

is studded with creature comforts and state-of-the-art
tech, including the BlueLink connected vehicle system.

Signature cascading grille and diamond cut alloys add visual sizzle; auto healthy air purifier among many thoughtful features.

IF YOU LISTEN CLOSELY, you’d realise that every jungle tells
a story. There are legends passed down generations, stories of
utter domination, of overlords and the sway they held. If you were
extrapolate that to towns and cities and, by further extension,
automobiles, the concrete jungle, too, will have stories to tell. One
among them will be that of the Hyundai Creta and the impressive reign
it had in its segment. Of an SUV so complete and well-adapted to Indian
conditions that it sold over 4.67 lakh units in less than five years. The
winner of a staggering number of awards from several juries across
India. ‘Bestseller’, ‘Conqueror’, ‘All-rounder’: these are just a few of the
The SUV’s regal looks and impressive road presence was unmatched
and the Creta’s cabin was a study in thoughtful design and the latest,
most relevant tech. But after five years at the top, the first-gen Hyundai
Creta is making way, as it must, according to the laws of the jungle, to
a car more capable, more powerful and more good-looking than itself.
The only car that can replace the Hyundai Creta at the top is, of course,
another Creta. It’s time, then, to meet the new king. Please rise for the
All New Hyundai Creta.
SHOULDERING AN ILLUSTRIOUS LEGACY

The Ultimate Connectivit

numerous adjectives that were used to describe the first-generation Before we get to know the second-generation Creta better, here is
Creta. Comparisons with the lion, the king of the jungle, were par for a little something to chew on. At the time of going to press, the All
the course, as the Creta rode roughshod over every other competitor New Creta had bagged 15,000 bookings. That impressive number is
from 2015, when it was launched. The fact is that it was perfectly illustrative of the sheer popularity of Hyundai’s SUV and the legacy it
equipped to do so. Like the lion, it was built to rule across
Thea wide
All variety
New CRETA has leftisbehind.
equipped The original
withCreta not only defined
Advanced BluewhatLinkan featuring
SUV ought the new
of terrains. It was adept at handling congested cities and open roads. to be but also dominated the segment for much of its life. The All New
Command Technology. Now with an app on your smart watch and smartphone
In its arsenal was a line-up of three engines, and transmission options. Hyundai Creta is perfectly equipped to take that legacy forward.
power
The slick, smooth, 123PS, 1.6 petrol engine (with automatic and to control your
manual car king
The new from anywhere.
of the Stay son,
ring is his father’s ahead ofhandsome
and as the curve with the lates
as the
gearboxes) and the two punchy diesels – a 90PS, 1.4-litre (mated to a original Creta. It sports a large cascading
Remote Engine Start Stop, Destination Sharing, Climate Control and more. grille and a split-headlight
6-speed manual), and a 128PS, 1.6-litre (with either a 6-speed manual arrangement with LED DRLs on top and LED headlights and new-look
or automatic) – were both responsive and reliable, and helped fog-lamps below. Hyundai calls the tasteful arrangement Trio Beam

k Hyundai’s lion hunt down the miles, one after the other.
The engines were not just powerful, but fuel-efficient
LED headlamps, and it looks smashing and contemporary.
The all-new SUV’s squared-out wheel arches are ace as
as well. Most importantly, thanks to the range of well and impart a noticeable muscularity to its looks.
engine and transmission options, they appealed to Also on the menu are dual-tone paint schemes and
buyers across the SUV spectrum. The Creta’s robust 17-inch alloys. The All New Creta gets split LED
suspension and absorbent ride only helped make tail-lamps and a low-set number plate at the rear.
matters worse for its competition, which had no The Creta will be available in 10 colour options,
real answer to the Creta’s looks and features either. including two dual-tone options.

Remote Engine Start/Stop (AT/DCT & MT) Remote Air Purifier On* Stolen Vehicle Tracking
THE INSIDE STORY
The All New Hyundai Creta is as impressive on the inside, and its
cabin features a classy black-and-beige interior theme. The SUV’s
perforated seats sport an elegant criss-cross diamond-stitch pattern.
The compact, chunky steering wheel is equipped with controls for audio,
telephony and the cruise control system. Other highlights include a
full-digital, 7.0-inch instrument cluster, remote engine-start feature for
the manual gearbox variants, a voice-enabled smart panoramic sunroof,
and paddleshifters for the automatic variants.
Want more creature comforts that you won’t find in most of
its competition? Here we go: rear window sun shade, leatherette
upholstery, a reclining feature for the rear seats, LED reading lamps and
a cooled glovebox. Quite naturally, the All New Creta features Hyundai’s
much-talked-about Blue Link connected-car tech along with the
Smartwatch App. A host of functions from Sunroof Open/Close, Seat
Ventilation Control, Climate Control – Temperature can be activated
by simply saying ‘Hello Blue Link’. The Smart Watch Integrated Blue

THE BS6-COMPLIANT ENGINES

ARE A TESTAMENT TO HYUNDAI’S
ABILITY TO DELIVER A WIDE RANGE
OF MOTORS AND TEAM THEM UP
WITH RELEVANT TRANSMISSIONS.

Link will also provide seamless access to other connected services such
as Engine Start/Stop, Door Lock/ Unlock, Vehicle Status Information ,
Auto Healthy Air Purifier (In-car air-quality information), and Vehicle
Alerts (Geo-Fence, Speed, Time Fence, Valet, Vehicle Status and Stolen
Vehicle) and owners can receive notifications through their smartwatch.
Blue Link supports smartwatch application for Wear OS by Google,
watchOS by Apple and TIZEN OS for Samsung’s Galaxy watches.

HEART OF A LION
The BS6-compliant engines on offer with the All New Creta are a
testament to Hyundai’s ability to deliver a wide range of motors and
team them up with the appropriate transmission and suspension. The
115PS, 1.5-litre, naturally aspirated petrol engine, which can be teamed
up with either a 6-speed manual or an IVT automatic gearbox, roars like
a lion, and charges like one. The 1.4-litre turbo-petrol unit that develops
140PS is a stonker of an engine which, thanks to a 7-speed DCT
automatic gearbox, is equipped with leonine reflexes; and the 115PS,
1.5-litre turbocharged diesel unit that comes with 6-speed manual
and torque converter automatic gearbox options is the one to have if
you value solidity and single-minded focus above all else. According to
Hyundai, the 1.5-litre diesel – with the 6-speed manual gearbox – can
deliver 21.4kpl. The naturally aspirated petrol motor with the IVT
gearbox is rated at 16.9kpl.
The first-gen Hyundai Creta’s ride quality won it a lot of fans, and the
All New Creta can only be expected to be better than the car it replaces.
It is said that there are lessons to be learnt from failure. While that is
true, even success can deliver us insights. That’s what Hyundai has done
with the All New Creta. The first-generation Creta was a phenomenon,
and improving on it was a difficult ask. But that’s just what the Korean
carmaker has done with the All New Creta. Expect it to reshape the SUV
paradigm, establish new benchmarks, and rule over the concrete jungle
like no one has done before.
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Ready to rule: The All New Creta

marks the beginning of a new era.
THE MAKING OF
A CHAMPION
What you should know about what goes into the
making of the All New Creta. Despatches from
Hyundai Motor India’s plant in Chennai.

Clockwise from top left: The All New Hyundai Creta’s body panels being pressed and stamped into shape; the engine bay at the
company’s Sriperumbudur plant; the Creta gets its unmistakeable identity; and — wheels on! — the SUV prepares for the hunt.
HYUNDAI MOTOR INDIA’S manufacturing plant at Sriperumbudur,
near Chennai, is a totally state-of-the-art facility that boasts advanced
production, quality and testing facilities. Several of the company’s star
performers are produced there. It is also an integral part of Hyundai Motor
India’s parent company, Hyundai Motor Corporation’s ambitions of
making India an export hub, and has exported over 1.93 lakh vehicles to
more than 88 countries. The plant is spread over 535 acres and equipped
with over 650 Generation 4 Robots. The manufacturing plant is also the
birthplace of the All New Hyundai Creta. Here, we take a look at how
Hyundai’s champion SUV is made.
l The All New Hyundai Creta’s body shell is made of advanced
high-strength steel.
The All New Creta’s body
in white showcases its
‘Super Structure’.
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l Hyundai Motor India’s paint shop is among the most modern
in India. It uses eco-friendly water-based processes for
superior and lasting exteriors. It is manned entirely by robots,
which prepares each body shell, or ‘body in white’ as it is called,
by imbuing it with anti-corrosive properties and readying it for
application of paint. After it is painted, the body in white is then
baked, which helps it become more resistant to sundry dings
and the like.
l The engine bay at Hyundai Motor India’s Sriperumbudur
facility is a study in precision and accuracy. The All New Creta
will be offered with two petrol motors — a 115PS, 1.5-litre,
naturally aspirated petrol and a 140PS, 1.4-litre, turbo-petrol
unit — and a 115PS, 1.5-litre, turbocharged diesel.
l The All New Creta is equipped with advanced Blue Link connected-
car technology with over 50 features. Owners can activate and
control essential vehicle features such as Sunroof Open/Close and
Climate Control – Temperature among many others, by simply
saying ‘Hello Blue Link’. It is also equipped with segment-leading
features such as Trio Beam headlamps, Traction Control modes,
Bose Premium Sound System (eight speakers) and Electric Parking
Brake with Auto Hold.
.
L OV E I T
GROUND HERO
Clearance good enough
for most speed breakers.
HONDA CIVIC
No bump too high and no rut too sharp on this drive.
ERGO PERFECT t’s not difficult to
I
Low driving position understand why we give
incredibly comfortable. so much importance to
the ground clearance of
a car. Deep potholes and
L OAT H E I T ruts, speed breakers posing as small
hills, and roads with sawed off verges
are a constant to threat to the
underbody of a car, which needs to be
jacked up sufficiently high to keep it
out of harm’s way. Ground clearance
is why SUVs rule our roads, and
ground clearance, or rather the lack
of it, was a big problem with the
previous Civic. It’s a painful lesson
Honda has taken to heart, and has, in
fact, now gone to the other extreme
by giving the new Civic ground
clearance good enough to rival an
SUV. And I wanted to test this in
LOW ASPIRATIONS earnest on a drive to Mahabaleshwar
1.8 naturally aspirated – my standard initiation process for
engine underwhelming. any fresher in our long-term fleet.
I am happy to report that not once
did the Civic’s underbody foul with
whatever was thrown at it. Okay,
I played it a bit safe by taking the
longer but smoother road via Pune,
which doesn’t have the nasty ruts and
potholes of the Poladpur route that is
best tackled with an SUV. The Pune-
Bengaluru highway is brilliantly
surfaced in comparison – other than
diversions for the never-ending
road works and a few giant speed
breakers, which the Civic coasted
SCREEN TEST over with aplomb. The most difficult
Infotainment system beginning bit of the journey was the last 200m,
to feel outdated. which is a rocky dirt road, leading
up to the weekend home. Tackling
118 AUTOCARINDIA.COM APRIL 2020
12,000KM REPORT
this little stretch and risking damage
to the very attractive alloy wheels
worried me, but no, the Civic gingerly
hopped over the loose stones and
rocks with no drama.
Mahabaleshwar is known for
its strawberries and not its quality
of roads, which are narrow, poorly
surfaced and have jagged edges
with a sharp drop off onto the
earthen shoulders. And like most
hills stations, the roads here are very
narrow; so if two cars meet head-on,
one has to put two wheels off the road
to let the other pass. That’s what I
was forced to do after being nudged
off by an Innova packed with tourists,
all tensed up, expecting a sickening
crunch from the underside grazing
the road. But, the Civic cleared this
test too with flying colours, laying to
rest once and for all any doubts I had
about its ground clearance, which is
amazing for such a low-slung sedan.
There’s lots more to like about
the Civic, and, in fact, the crouched
stance is what delivers a sporty
driving position. There are few
driver’s seats that feel better, and the
way the Civic’s wraps itself around
you makes you feel one with the car.
The ergonomics are simply the best
I’ve experienced in any car at this
price point. All the instruments,
the high-set touchscreen, and
switchgear (all back-lit at night) can
be glanced at without moving your
head. The seats too are incredibly
comfortable; I was blown away with
how fresh I emerged from such a low
perch after four hours of driving.
The weakest link in an otherwise
very well-conceived car has got to
be the rather underwhelming (for a
Honda) 1.8-litre naturally aspirated
engine. It’s got a flat mid-range and
needed to be worked hard to keep
pace with some of the faster cars on
the Wai ghat before Mahabaleshwar.
The 1.8 i-VTEC feels like the old-
school engine that it is, and even
gives a bit of a bad name to the CVT,
which is not as dire as it’s made out
to be. Use the steering-mounted
paddleshifters to select the pre-set
ratios and the gearbox feels genuinely
sporty. In ‘S’ mode, the transmission
software holds onto a ratio like in a
manual and the downshifts too are
pretty effective. In fact, I find myself
always reaching for the nicely
crafted paddles, except when I’m
driving in town where I let the CVT
do its job.
But do you know what I like
best about this car? It’s the design.
Despite the sense of overfamiliarity
after living with the Civic, it still
makes me smile every time I look at it.
HORMAZD SORABJEE
TEST DATA
HONDA CIVIC 1.8P VX CVT
Odometer 12,568km
Price Rs 21.25 lakh (ex-showroom, pan-India)
Economy 10.5kpl (overall, this month)
Maintenance costs None
Faults None
Previous reports November 2019

FORD ECOSPORT
Still the compact SUV that delivers the biggest smile.
ive minutes is the time
F
it takes for me to
remember how good
the EcoSport is to drive.
This comes as a bit of a
surprise as I know this car pretty
well. Reminder number one comes as
soon as I exit the parking lot and turn
left onto the main road. The steering
weights up so beautifully, it has me
going ‘wow’ involuntarily. A stark
contrast to a luxury SUV I’d been
driving only hours before, the
EcoSport feels so balanced and ready
to work with the driver; it comes as a
breath of fresh air.
Less than a kilometre away, I’m
given another cue. My route home
goes over the railway tracks via the
very unique and fun S-bridge. Built
in Byculla, Bombay, back in 1913 to
reduce the gradient, so hand-carts
could be pushed across more easily,
the bridge consists of a set of tight
corners that, apart from anything
else, do a fantastic imitation of a
ghat road. What’s even better is that
there’s a signal at both ends; so if
you’re lucky, you could have the
bridge to yourself. And then, needless
PHOTOGRAPHY OMKAR DHAS
16,000KM REPORT
to say, it’s hammer time. Now the
EcoSport does roll a bit, there is some
shuffle as you pour into the corners,
and yes, when you are in a hurry, the
6- speed automatic feels a bit slow.
Still, having paddleshifters are nice,
and I quite like that the naturally
aspirated 1.5-litre Dragon pulls
superbly from low speeds, all the way
until 6,000rpm and beyond. So, even
though the EcoSport is a compact
SUV, it still is quite entertaining to
drive, right foot down.
The responsive and torquey engine
is also perfect for when traffic is thin.
It isn’t the most relaxing car to pedal
about in start-stop traffic, especially
if you select ‘S’ on the gearbox; initial
responses are a bit too strong. Still, if

Ford’s fun-to-drive
DNA comes through,
even on a short drive.
 December 2019
OUR CARS
.
L OV E I T
you want to get through that gap in
traffic, Ford’s Dragon is just what the
doctor ordered.
Niggles? Well, to begin with,
there’s a strange squeak from behind
the dash when you start-up; possibly CHATTY STEERING
from the windshield defogger air Nice and direct with plenty
flap. I don’t like the fact that all your of feel; isn’t too heavy for
calls aren’t listed in call history, and, everyday use either.
adjusting the driver’s seat height is
still fiddly. I do, however, like that
the steering adjusts for rake and
reach; it makes a huge difference to
finding the perfect driving position.
Also, I feel the EcoSport still looks
attractive – remember it’s been seven
years since the pre-facelift car was
launched here.
SHAPUR KOTWAL
TEST DATA
FORD ECOSPORT
1.5P TITANIUM+ AT
QUICK RESPONSE
Tap the throttle and it just
Odometer 15,984km
takes off, really nice.
Price Rs 11.43 lakh (ex-showroom, pan-India)
Economy 7.5kpl (overall, this month)
Maintenance costs None
Faults None Previous reports June and
L OAT H E I T
ORDINARY PLASTICS
Plastic quality is ordinary,
makes cabin look a bit too long
in the tooth.
SLOW GEARBOX
It’s fine for everyday driving, but
feels slow if you are in a hurry.
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 compact
After 18 months of driving a come. One of the rare occasions
-sizer was very wel passengers in my car; no com I had
sedan, a mid plaints.

FINAL REPORT
he Maruti Ciaz, when it

MARUTI T
was first introduced in
2014, gave the
impression of a by-the-
numbers midsize sedan
designed to excel at being sensible but

SUZUKI CIAZ
to go no further than that. It wasn’t
exciting to look at or to drive, but
space, comfort, fuel economy and an
affordable price tag? It was the
undisputed king of those. Then the
facelift came along in 2018 and
something strange happened. The

After a good year, through thick, thin and Mumbai Ciaz, subtly but surely, evolved into
something far more grown-up and
desirable, and this is something that
monsoons, it’s time to say goodbye to the Ciaz. became far more evident in the year

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that it spent in our long-term fleet.
A lot of that had to do with the
updated styling, which brought more
cohesion to the car’s appearance and
allowed it to truly show off its class-
leading length. It didn’t go down the
sporty route, but instead revelled
in being classy and understated. It
looked good. Inside too, you got a
much more welcoming palette of
colours, more equipment and, clichéd
as it may sound, I did, on more than
one occasion, find my passengers
baffled to learn they were in a Maruti.
The ride felt plusher, the cabin more
refined, and over the months, it
became a car I’d happily recommend
to more than just my dad.
It was probably the powertrain,
however, that grew on me the most.
Suzuki’s K15 1.5-litre petrol engine is
an absolute gem – and I’m happy to
see it find its way into more models,
like the updated Brezza you’d have
seen elsewhere in this issue. It’s
incredibly refined, but most of all, it
is wonderfully tractable at low revs,
which makes it ideal for my stop-
start traffic-filled commute.
Speaking of, it also comes with a
ons segment-exclusive engine auto stop-
It handled the Mumbai monso start system, and now that the Ciaz
lly well; so well in fact, that...
rea
which
...it cost me a number plate,
I had to replace with a new one.
OUR CARS
.
L OV E I T
tem’s
Maximising micro-hybrid sys lf.
effectiveness is a fun game in itse LONG-RANGE MISSILE
Amazing fuel economy for a
petrol car of its size in traffic.
is gone, I’m struggling to adjust to life
without it. Apart from being able to
deliver upwards of 10kpl in even the
worst traffic, carefully allowing the
system engage and disengage at the
perfect moment at traffic lights was
such a satisfying game to play. One
that ultimately saved money too.
I rarely ever used the back seat,
but plenty of people did and they
absolutely loved it. There are a few
things that weren’t so easy to love,
of course. By the end of the year,
the cream interior had picked up THAT’S A STRETCH
so many stains, it looked like desert Huge rear-seat space kept my
camouflage; the infotainment system (infrequent) passengers happy.
was slow and prone to crashing; and
the light steering and soft suspension
meant it wasn’t the most reassuring L OAT H E I T
car to drive at highway speeds.
But, odd as this might sound,
the Ciaz changed my driving style
over the course of the year. We’re
obsessed with the idea that faster,
exciting cars are better, and
while there’s a place for them,
there’s also a welcome place for cars
like the Ciaz. It encourages you to
be slower, more measured, more
efficient, more relaxed behind the
wheel, and it’s not a bad car for it. It’s
smooth, comfortable and soothing
to drive, and if, unlike me, you’re
chauffeur driven, it’s got an excellent NOT-SO-SMART PLAY
back seat too. First-gen Suzuki SmartPlay
I’m sure the next car I use as a touchscreen is sluggish.
long-termer will have something
exciting to offer, but I’m not sure
there’s anything on the market right
now that offers the unique, laid-back
experience the Ciaz does.
GAVIN D’SOUZA
TEST DATA
MARUTI SUZUKI CIAZ
1.5 PETROL SHVS ALPHA
Odometer 6821km
Price Rs 9.98 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
Economy 10.82kpl (overall)
Faults None GROWING STAINS
Previous reports February, Cream coloured upholstery
May, August, and November 2019 caught a lot of dirt.
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HYUNDAI
CRETA
It proved to be a great city car and
a practical SUV for day-to-day use.

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T
he Creta has always
been a popular car in
our market, and that’s
also been the case in the
Autocar long-term fleet.
It’s always been in demand and was
rarely seen sitting idle in our garage.
Right from being a support car for
shoots, to commuting between home
and office, to doing quick runs to the
airport, or even being the car for
weekend getaways, the Creta has
been through it all. In short, we had a
lovely time driving it for a couple of
months, but, sadly, it’s made its way
back to Hyundai now.
There was a high demand for
the Creta in the office, and it was
difficult to get hold of its keys. One
of the most obvious reasons for this,
of course, is its strong 1.6-litre diesel
engine. It not only has a punchy
power delivery but it’s also frugal
in nature. We could cover about
700km on its 55-litre fuel tank, and
that’s something we appreciated.
I’ve predominantly driven it between
home and office – that’s a good 60km
every day – and I must say I really
liked the way it handled the urban
chaos of Mumbai.
If I were to talk about what I
disliked about the Creta, there aren’t
too many things. There is, however,
one thing that I would have liked
different, and that’s the ride setup.
The current setup is a bit too soft and
the car tends to bob over big potholes
and even speed breakers. It still does
okay when it’s just me in the car, but
load the Creta up with passengers
and the suspension tends to bottom
out easily; a slightly stiffer setup
would have sorted this out. While it
The Creta’s boot can hold bag car for our shoots.
and sizes; a perfec t suppor t

Frugal, feature-rich
and practical – it’s
hard to find fault
with the car.
 a bit too high. There is decent storage
isn’t really a big issue, it would help
if Hyundai gave it a few tweaks.
The version in our fleet was the
SX(O) which came with a whole lot
of features. What I really liked is
the wireless charging, as it’s a great
utility feature to have. I do have a
small grouse with it though; the
charging mat is small and it just
about fits my large phone. Another
useful feature is the keyless entry and
go, but there’s no option of switching
off the loud horn when locking or
unlocking, and that can get annoying.
Some features made life easy for
me on the road. The electronic anti-
glare rear-view mirror made night-
driving easy. Apple CarPlay with
Google Maps displayed on the screen,
along with mirroring all the essential
phone apps, is a convenient feature
to have, while the steering-mounted
controls let me control my playlist
and make phone calls. The Creta
has cruise control as well, but I gave
this feature a miss as I find it to be
pointless, especially in India.
There were times I had to use the
car to make a quick trip to the airport
to either pick up or drop off friends,
OUR CARS
.
L OV E I T
TOURING MASTER
Covers 600-700km on a full tank
of diesel, great for touring.
s of different shapes
and that is where I really used the
car to its full potential. The spacious
405-litre boot swallows most big
suitcases with ease, with room to
AT THE BACK
spare for some medium-size duffel
bags. In some cases, when I had only
one passenger but a lot more luggage,
Rear seat offers excellent
comfort and is a good place to be.
the rear seat was folded flat, opening
up almost double the storage space
you get with the seats upright. The
only problem is that the loading lip is
L OAT H E I T
in the cabin too. I made good use
of the box between the front seats
to store my toll receipts and loose
change neatly; it even works as an
elbow rest. The bottle holders in the
front doors are large enough to hold
big bottles with ease.
My stint with the Creta has been
one without any hiccups, and I guess
that’s down to the reliability that
comes with the brand name. The
running cost wasn’t steep, either.
The all-new, next-gen Creta is SOFT SPRUNG
on its way here, and by the time you Suspension setup is soft, making
read this, it will be out on the roads the Creta bob a bit too much.
too. It looks stunning in its new
avatar, and I can’t wait to get my
hands on it. Hyundai, can we have
one soon, please?
RAHUL KAKAR
TEST DATA
HYUNDAI CRETA
PHOTOGRAPHY PAUL DEWARS
1.6L DIESEL SX(O )
Odometer 15,200km
Price RS 15.38 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
Economy 12.9kpl (overall, this month)
Maintenance costs None
Faults None TIGHT FITTING
Previous reports July 2019, WIreless charging is great but
January 2020 large phones just about fit.
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WHAT WE FOUND

Hyundai Elantra BS6

How much? Up to Rs 1.1 lakh off
Average waiting period for The Elantra feels well put together,
Creta said to be 8 weeks. looks nice, and gets a refined BS6
petrol engine. It can be had with

HYUNDAI CRETA BOOKINGS benefits of up to Rs 1.1 lakh.

OFF TO A GOOD START

An even split in petrol-diesel demand; automatics preferred.
Honda City BS6
yundai seems to be back they put their money down for the litre diesel and 1.4-litre turbo-petrol How much? Up to Rs 75,000 off

H in the race to become the

leader in the midsize
SUV segment with the
launch of the second-gen Creta. The
new model has been competitively
priced between Rs 9.99 lakh and
Rs 17.20 lakh (introductory,
ex-showroom), and offers a choice
of five variants and five engine-
gearbox combinations to appeal to
a wide range of buyers.
Hyundai has said there’s been
a near-equal demand for the
petrol and diesel models, with
the turbo-petrol and automatic
new Creta. Dealers have also told us
that the waiting periods for some
of the variants is as high as four
months. Hyundai opened the order
books for the midsize SUV in early
March, and received over 14,000
bookings by the time of the Creta’s
launch. However, do keep in mind
that the waiting periods mentioned
here could go up significantly as the
COVID-19 (coronavirus) epidemic
may result in delays in supply and
vehicle dispatch once the existing
stocks run out.
Hyundai debuted the second-gen
unit. The 1.5 petrol and diesels
come paired with a 6-speed manual
The outgoing BS6-spec petrol
City is fun to drive, and it has a
gearbox as standard, though each spacious and comfortable cabin.
motor gets its own automatic It can be had with benefits of
gearbox – CVT for the petrol and up to Rs 75,000, depending
torque converter for the diesel. The on the variant.
turbo-petrol gets DCT as standard.
The new Creta is loaded with
features like a comprehensive Blue
Link connectivity suite, an electric
parking brake, a panoramic sunroof,
an air purifier, LED headlamps,
10.25-inch touchscreen, ventilated
seats, and a powered driver seat.
Also in a move similar to Kia’s,

variants being the ones garnering
the most interest.
The company mentions an
average waiting period of around
eight weeks to its customers when
Creta at the 2020 Auto Expo earlier
this year, bringing in a bolder
design language and a line-up of
new BS6-compliant engines – a 1.5-
litre naturally aspirated petrol, a 1.5-
Hyundai has gone for two interior
options, with the turbo-petrol
featuring a sportier all-black cabin
compared to the standard petrol
and diesel’s dual-tone interior.
Discounts vary from city to city. Please check with your local dealer for exact discounts.
Maruti Swift
How much? Up to Rs 65,000 off.
The Swift is powered by a peppy
and refined petrol engine.
The hatchback can be had with
benefits of up to Rs 65,000.

DEAL OF THE MONTH

2020 B M W 620 d G T B S 6 U P T O R S 4 . 5 L A K H O F F
THE APPEAL OF the 6 Series GT is that it
offers near-7 Series level of space, while costing
just a little more than the 5 Series. In essence,
it is more a direct rival to the E-class in our
market than the 5. The 6 Series’ liftback styling Ford EcoSport BS6
may not be to everyone’s taste but buyers will How much? Up to Rs 40,000 off.
like the car for its spacious and well-specced The EcoSport is involving to drive,
cabin, and comfortable ride. The 620d GT is well put together, and gets a pair
a good option for the chauffeur-driven and it of strong petrol and diesel engines.
also has plenty of kit on offer. Benefits of up to Buyers can avail benefits of up to
BMW 620d is a good option for the chauffeur-driven.
Rs 4.5 lakh can be availed on this version. Rs 40,000 on this compact SUV.

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Rs 6 lakh
Can get you a used
top-spec i20 Active
SX diesel with less
than 30,000km
on the odo.
CROSS-CONNECTION
Comfortable and refined, the Hyundai i20 Active is an attractive used buy for
around Rs 6 lakh. Soham Thakur points out what to look out for.
GOOD FOR Refined engines, cabin quality LOOK OUT FOR Worn-out clutch, hard brake pedal
FACTFILE
Years Produced 2015 – 2020
Price when new From Rs 6.69 lakh
Engine 4 cyl, 1396cc turbo-diesel/
4 cyl, 1197cc petrol
Power 90/83hp
Torque 220/115Nm
Ground Clearance 190mm
Boot Space 285 litres
ross-hatches may not
C be as popular as their
regular hatchback
siblings. They do,
however, have a few advantages, like
rugged styling and, in some cases,
a higher ground clearance, as seen
on the i20 Active. Hyundai’s i20
Active is spacious, comfortable
and well-equipped, making it
worth considering as a used buy.
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W H Y YO U N E E D A U S E D
HYUNDAI i20 ACTIVE I N YO U R L I F E
But before you go ahead and buy
one, there are a few things you
should know.
The i20 Active was launched
in 2015, with its USP being the
substantial 190mm ground
clearance. The Active has body
cladding on the sides, front and rear
faux skid plates, along with roof
rails, giving it a rugged look.
The Active offered the same
engine options as the i20: there’s a
90hp, 1.4-litre, turbo-diesel engine
paired with a 6-speed manual
gearbox and a 83hp, 1.2-litre,
naturally aspirated petrol engine
coupled with a 5-speed manual.
Hyundai didn’t bring in any
automatic options to the line-up.
The CRDi diesel motor is smooth
and refined in nature. The engine
loves to be revved, and it delivers
power in a linear manner. The slick,
6-speed manual transmission works
well; it’s light and lets you cruise at
low speeds in high gears without
any hesitancy. Fuel efficiency for the
diesel is rated at 21.19kpl.
The naturally aspirated petrol
engine is refined and, mated to the
smooth, 5-speed manual gearbox,
makes for a nice city runabout.
Although performance of the petrol
is peppy, it lacks the punch that
the larger diesel engine provides.
The 1.2-litre unit has an official fuel
economy of 17.19kpl.
Despite having a raised
suspension, the Active doesn’t drive
all that differently from the standard
i20. The handling is good overall,
but the light and inconsistently
weighted steering stops it from
being fun to drive. There is some
body roll too, but it’s well contained.
The ride is slightly on the softer side,
making it feel comfy at low speeds,
but the suspension does sound
clunky, especially over bumps.
The cabin of the Active is almost
identical to that of the i20’s,
although it gets an all-black theme
instead of the dual-tone scheme
in the standard model. Cars with
lighter exterior paint colours get
cool blue highlights in the cabin,
USED CAR INDEX
High
Medium
Low
Depreciation Spares Running costs
 USED CARS
H O W T O G E T O N E I N YO U R GA R AG E

Black body cladding and roof rails help differentiate the Active from the Elite i20.
Buyer, beware…
n CLUTCH WEAR
Check if the clutch feels spongy
or is slipping; these are sign of a
worn-out clutch. A new clutch and
pressure plate is an expensive fix,
especially on the diesel model.

smoothly. There have been reports

of some of the screens freezing, as
well as lagging.

Also worth knowing

Multiple owners of petrol-
powered i20 Actives have
Coloured highlights look cool; facelift models get a 7.0-inch touchscreen. complained about poor fuel-
n BRAKES efficiency figures, ranging
while darker paint shades come manufacturer’s vast service network. Some owners have reported between 9-12kpl in the city.
with bright orange accents. Fit and Even though it’s a discontinued an issue where the brake pedal This is worth considering before
finish of the dashboard and quality model, sourcing most spare parts becomes difficult to apply at low you decide to buy one.

of materials used inside, are both
very good.
The i20 Active was launched in
three trim levels – Base, S and SX.
Following the 2018 facelift, the
model was sold in just S and SX
trims, with the latter also getting
the option of a dual-tone exterior
paint scheme. Being a Hyundai, the
top-spec i20 Active SX is loaded
with kit like six airbags, a 7.0-inch
touchscreen infotainment system
with Apple CarPlay and Android
Auto compatibility, automatic
climate control, keyless entry, a
push-button start/stop system, LED
DRLs, cornering lamps and 16-inch
alloy wheels.
As with all Hyundais, the i20
Active is reliable and its spare
parts are relatively inexpensive too.
Furthermore, it is backed by the
shouldn’t be an issue as it’s based on
the i20 that is still on sale.
The 1.4-litre diesel with the
6-speed manual gearbox helps you
see the i20 Active in its best light.
The punchy diesel engine suits its
characteristics well, and it is fuel-
efficient and nice to drive too. Just
before it was axed, the i20 Active
CRDi SX was priced at Rs 11.15 lakh
(on-road, Delhi).
DEAL OF THE MONTH
HYU N DAI i20 AC TIVE
S CR D i
Price 6.20 lakh (June 2018, 16,000km)
Price when new Rs 10.01 lakh
(on-road, Kolkata)
Savings Rs 3.81 lakh
Where Best Buy, Kolkata
Call 9831193317
speeds. Check this when you
take a test drive.
n I N F O TA I N M E N T
In the higher trims, see if the
touchscreen is functioning
CARS WE FOUND
If you would like to see your used car featured here, please e-mail pictures and details to usedcars@haymarketsac.com
How much to spend
R S 5 -7 L A K H
Used examples can be found on sale
for anywhere between Rs 5-7 lakh,
depending on the engine and trim
level. Try and find a 2018 facelift,
as they are better equipped, with
features such as six airbags and
wireless charging on the top trims.
The demand isn’t very high for used
i20 Actives, so you could negotiate
to bring the price down.

All prices are in Rs lakh for

U S E D C A R P R I C E S — H Y U N DA I i2 0 AC T I V E Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai,
Kolkata and Bengaluru
AS KI N G PRI CE : Rs 6.75 L AKH AS KI N G PRI CE : Rs 5.25 L AKH
VARIANT 2016 2017 2018
This 2016 top-spec SX This 2017 model is a mid-level S
Min Max Min Max Min Max diesel model has 20,000km variant that’s done 16,000km
Base 4.38 5.03 5.07 5.78 5.93 6.75 on its odometer. from new.
S 4.61 5.49 5.31 6.31 6.15 7.33 Car courtesy Spinny, New Delhi Car courtesy Balaji Motors, Kolkata
SX 5.56 5.91 5.88 6.83 6.98 8.17 Call 7428391599 Call 9830530548

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SMOOTHER BS6
I had booked a BS6 Hyundai Venue
SX diesel in January 2020, but now
BS6 model or should I wait for the
new one, as the current car is in this
generation since 2016?
the car dealership has offered me a Aryan, Faridabad
Rs 50,000 discount on a 2020 SX(O) The next-gen Endeavour will come
BS4 diesel. Should I take it? only in the second-half of 2021. It’s best
Ankur, Navi Mumbai to go for the current model. It’s much
improved after its upgrade to BS6
and feels more refined. The 10-speed
automatic makes the most of the 170hp,
2.0-litre engine. It’s quicker than the old
2.2-litre unit but the now-discontinued
3.2-litre, five-cylinder diesel was
punchier and will be missed.
OLD IS GOLD
BS6 Hyundai Venue gets a more I have booked a 2019 Ford EcoSport
powerful 100hp diesel motor. BS4 petrol-automatic. Should I buy
it or wait for the BS6 version? If not,
It’s worth going in for the BS6 Venue what are the best options for BS6
because the engine is different and much automatics under Rs 13 lakh?
better. The BS6 Venue has a 100hp, Kavita Soni, Dehradun
1.5-litre diesel, whilst the BS4 Venue
has a 90hp, 1.4-litre engine. Also, the 1.5
engine is smoother and the added power
makes it better to drive too.
FUELLING CONCERN
Will my BS4 Maruti Vitara Brezza
have any issue with BS6 diesel?
Aniket Yadav, Lucknow
There is no problem in running your The EcoSport BS4 petrol-auto will be
old BS4 car with BS6 diesel. The more fuel-efficient than the BS6 one.
oil companies have already taken
precautions by substituting sulphur, The BS4 EcoSport is good enough
which has been reduced in BS6 fuel, and, in many ways, better than the
with other chemicals that give it the BS6 petrol. Firstly, it will be cheaper
same lubrication properties. as there are still big discounts on
BS4 vehicles before stocks need to be
REFINED ENDEAVOUR cleared out on March 31. Also, BS4
When is the new Ford Endeavour petrol cars are generally more fuel-
coming? Is it a good idea to buy the efficient than BS6 ones, which have
THE S H O P P ER
Not sure which new vehicle to buy? Autocar India points you towards the right one.
SURAJ R PILLAI – VOLKSWAGEN VENTO 1.2 TSI GT LINE
Suraj R Pillai was looking to buy his first car, one that would have to be
spacious and safe enough for his family. It would have to be comfortable
enough on the highway as well as when driving in congested urban areas, as
his 30km daily commute includes sections of both.
He first looked at midsize sedans like the Honda City, Volkswagen Vento,
Hyundai Verna and Maruti Suzuki Ciaz, and midsize SUVs, including the Kia
Seltos and MG Hector. However, he wasn’t emboldened by the SUVs as they
are relatively new to the Indian market.
After taking test drives of each model on the shortlist, he went with our
advice and bought the Vento 1.2 TSI in top-spec GT Line. The understated
yet sporty looks, exciting turbo-
petrol engine, DSG automatic
gearbox, and the features list
wowed him.
“We are extremely happy
with the car overall and would
definitely recommend it to others
as well,” said Suraj proudly, after
driving his new Vento for about
400km. “While it does miss out
on features like a sunroof and
keyless entry and go, it’s not a
deal-breaker for me.”
MOTORING
A DV I C E
Will it be the small mid-sizer or the big small car? And is that a ghost in
your engine or an actual problem? AAA (Ask Autocar Anything),
the guru-cum-agony uncle, has all the answers.
Email aaa@autocarindia.com
bigger catalytic converters that sap you will be limited to driving in the
power and efficiency. BS6 vehicles are, city as there is no charging
of course, better for the environment infrastructure on the highways. Also,
but they won’t make a tangible you would need to have a charging
difference in improving air quality. point installed at your home or office
to make using an EV practical in the
DIESEL SENSE first place. Even if you can meet all these
I’m planning to buy a Mahindra XUV criteria, for a budget of Rs 10 lakh, you
300 diesel. I would like to know if it’s will get cars like the eKUV100 and the
a good time to buy an IC vehicle, as Tigor EV, which come with basic 72V
electric vehicles are just around the architecture that severely limits range
corner? Should I wait for a month and performance.
or two and buy an EV instead? My The XUV300 diesel has a strong and
budget is around Rs 10 lakh. refined 1.5 diesel and is hence worth
Harshit Purohit, Raipur considering. Try and buy now and avail
Electric cars are still far from becoming of good discounts of BS4 stocks, if they
mainstream, and if it is your only car, haven’t been sold out. AI
HELPLINE
Incidental charges on Skoda Rapid purchase
The year’s beginning was
quite exciting for Vishnu
Raman as he booked a
Skoda Rapid Style diesel-auto.
The purchase process was
smooth, but there was a
hiccup during registration. He
got the temporary registration
done and was asked to pay
Rs 10,000 to get the papers
within three days. In the invoice, the amount was listed as
incidental charges, and he didn’t receive the papers for
almost two weeks. This wasn’t acceptable to Vishnu and he
also questioned the incidental charges when he wrote to us.
We took his case up with Skoda who then quickly provided
him with a proper explanation.
The delay in documents delivery was due to a lapse in
communication with the RTO, for which the dealership
apologised to Vishnu in person. As for the incidental charges,
the dealer explained that according to RTO rules and
regulations, Vishnu’s Rapid fell in a category that attracted a
fee of Rs 10,000. Raman was satisfied with the explanation
and is currently happy driving his Rapid.
SAYS
The dealership wrongly listed the RTO charges as incidental charges. They
should have been more transparent in the first place, as incidental and
handling charges have been deemed illegal by the Government of India.
Furthermore, the dealer needs to provide the RTO invoice for transparency
in the amount, and Vishnu Raman should have ideally asked for it. If you
face a similar situation, make sure to ask for a complete explanation for
each and every fee and also demand invoices for the RTO fees.
E-mail your grievances with your contact details, along with a photo of you and your car to
helpline@autocarindia.com.
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HONDA
ACTIVA 6G
The Activa
gets another
number, but
this time it’s a
real generation
change!

ALSO INSIDE

l KTM 390 Adventure road test

l KTM 390 Duke BS6

l Royal Enfield Slide School

l Red Bull FMX

FIRST RIDE

TVS iQUBE
TVS’ latest scooter is a
pure EV and it proves to
be an impressive effort.

RIDE

FIRST RIDE 2020 KTM

DUKE 200
After eight
years in our
market, KTM’s
most popular
product in India
gets a complete
TRIUMPH TIGER 900
The middleweight Tiger is back in a whole new avatar.
makeover.

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Hero reveals exciting new products
Three new products for 2020 and a future 300-400cc ADV concept unveiled by bike maker.
H
ero MotoCorp missed
out on being at the
2020 Auto Expo.
Instead, the brand
held its own event called
Hero World 2020. Here,
the company showcased
multiple new products,
as well as an exciting
new 300cc+ adventure
motorcycle concept.
The prototype on display at
the event hinted at a brand-
new platform that Hero tells
us will become a reality, but
not anytime soon.
A brand-new, single-
cylinder, liquid-cooled engine
(another first for Hero) will
power the new ADV. While
Hero hasn’t announced
power and torque figures
for the bike, we are told that
its engine will displace over
300cc, though we believe it
won’t cross the 400cc mark.
Hero won’t be going for huge
power figures like the KTM
engines, but will instead
focus on achieving healthy
usable power from the motor;
power figures are likely to
be above 30hp. The motor
will be paired to a 6-speed
gearbox, and we expect
gearing to suit the bike’s on/
off-road applications.
As for the chassis, the
frame is a tubular steel unit
with a bolt-on subframe. Hero
has employed a thick USD
fork at the front and a link-
type monoshock at the rear.
Suspension travel at either
end appears to be generous,
and this should translate to
the ADV motorcycle being
a capable touring/off-road
machine. Keeping its off-
road intent in mind, Hero
has given the motorcycle
tube-type wire-spoke rims,
and says it could come with
either a 19-inch or a 21-inch
front end. The prototype
was shod with knobby tyres
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and we expect Hero MotoCorp
to fit the production version
with a slightly more road-
friendly tyre, like the
Metzeler Tourance.
The concept bike uses
Bybre-sourced, radially
mounted calipers at the front
and a single-piston Bybre at
the rear. ABS will be standard
and we expect it to be
switchable at the rear.
While these are the
details of the motor and
underpinnings, Hero hasn’t
revealed anything about the
way the model is expected to
look – seat height, equipment,
etc. They did, however, tell
BS6 SUZUKI GIXXER, GIXXER SF
The BS6 Gixxer (Rs 1.12 lakh), Gixxer SF
(Rs 1.22 lakh) and Gixxer SF MotoGP edition
(Rs 1.23 lakh) have each witnessed a price
hike of around Rs 12,000. Both models
now use fuel-injection systems.
us that, like with the
XPulse, making sure
the ergonomics are as
accessible to shorter riders
as reasonably possible
will be a priority, within the
confines of the design and
intention of the motorcycle.
The Hero bike will certainly
not go on sale this year
but we expect to get more
information towards
the end of this year. It’s too
early to say; a launch could
take place towards the end
of 2021 but it’s more likely
to happen in 2022.
Hero also launched the
XPulse Rally Kit at the same
2020 AFRICA TWIN ADVENTURE SPORTS
Honda’s new Africa Twin Adventure Sports
has been priced at Rs 15.35 lakh (manual)
and Rs 16.10 lakh (DCT). Deliveries will begin
in May 2020. The larger 1,084cc engine
makes 102hp and 105Nm of torque.
The new ADV bike is expected
in late 2021 or in 2022.
Left: Hero’s Xtreme 160R
stays true to the design of the
Xtreme 1R concept bike.
Both, the BS6 Glamour 125 and BS6 Passion are all new.
event, priced at Rs 38,000.
This includes Maxxis off-road
tyres, longer travel, adjustable
suspension, a taller seat,
handlebar risers, bigger
footrests and a longer stand.
The XPulse Rally kit is fully
homologated, and is available
in Hero showrooms.
The other big news is
the unveiling of Hero’s new
Xtreme 160R. This entry
level Hero Xtreme is powered
by a 160cc, single-cylinder,
air-cooled engine that
produces 15hp at 8,000rpm
and 14Nm of peak torque at
6,500rpm. It comes paired
with a 5-speed gearbox. Other
features include bold styling,
LED lamps and a digital LCD
display. The sport naked will
rival the likes of the Bajaj
NS160, Suzuki Gixxer and
TVS Apache RTR 160 4V in
India, when it goes on sale.
Rounding off the list of
Hero Motocorp unveils are
the BS6 Passion Pro and the
5-speed-gearbox-equipped
BS6 Glamour 125. Both
motorcycles feature new
fuel-injected engines, a
new diamond chassis and
increased suspension travel.
While the prices of the Passion
Pro have gone up by roughly
Rs 6,000, the price of the
Glamour 125 has gone up
only by Rs 1,450 over the
BS4 variant, since it already
had a fuel-injected engine.

Honda considers local production of big bikes
HONDA MOTORCYCLE INDIA
is evaluating the possibility
of introducing its 500cc
motorcycle line-up for our
country in the near future.
Now, it hasn’t specified the
exact engine capacity, but
the bike maker does stress
on the fact that these will be
‘middleweight motorcycles’.
We believe that these will be
from the company’s 500cc
range, given the yawning gap
between its 300cc and 650cc
offerings in India.
The Honda CB500X is one
probable motorcycle that
could hit our shores. The
lightweight adventure tourer
is widely regarded as an
excellent all-rounder. Powered
by a parallel-twin, liquid-
cooled motor that produces
47hp and 43Nm of torque,
it is right up there with rivals
such as the recently launched
KTM 390 Adventure. Unlike
the Austrian motorcycle,
however, the Honda has the
advantage of extra cubic
New mystery Royal Enfield spotted
A NEW SET of spy images on
the interweb showcase what
might be a completely new
inbound model from Royal
Enfield. Going by the design
and stance, it appears as if
Royal Enfield is readying a
Jawa Forty Two rival with a
more modern vibe.
The spied RE appears
to bear a completely new
design that showcases
the bike’s stance, which is
lower and sleeker than the
upcoming Thunderbird.
This bike has a single seat
while its tail-light is not just
positioned slightly higher, but
also has a different shape.
The side panels on this bike
are more in line with the
HUSQVARNA VITPILEN, SVARTPILEN 250
Husqvarna enters the Indian market with
some attractive pricing. The café racer-
style Vitpilen 250 and the scrambler-style
Svartpilen 250, both cost Rs 1.80 lakh.
Both bikes make an identical 30hp/24Nm.
BIKE NEWS
capacity and two cylinders. It made motorcycles will cost capacity machines indicates
translates to a much calmer significantly lesser. In fact, the company’s intent
motor – especially at cruising Honda says it is considering to grow its big bike
speeds – and additionally, high eventually achieving 100 business. Going with
levels of engine refinement. percent localisation (the that, Honda has
The other model that could company hasn’t specified decided to focus
make its way to India is the which motorcycles), so
Honda CMX500 Rebel cruiser. everything from the frame,
It uses the same motor seen suspension, motor and
in the CB500X and the cruiser more will be made using
design should appeal to an components sourced from
audience looking to own a Indian vendors. This will
powerful cruiser that features give Honda leverage to
modern-day bits like liquid- price these models very
cooling and ABS. competitively, which
The other 500s in the is vital in this price-
Honda family – the naked sensitive market.
CB500F and its sporty sibling, It will also make
the faired CBR500R – are also a lot of sense for
interesting possibilities. Honda to locally
These middleweights manufacture the
could initially be brought CB300R in India. Its Honda is hinting at bringing its 500cc
to India as CKD models. current Rs 2.41 lakh bikes down to India this financial year.
However, there’s also a (ex-showroom, Delhi),
possibility that Honda could price tag results in limited on expanding its Big Wing costs in the big bike business.
manufacture them using sales numbers. dealership network during With the aid of well-priced
locally sourced components. While we wait for an official 2020-2021. middleweight motorcycles,
Unlike CKD and CBU word from Honda, which is Honda has already built a the Japanese giant could very
motorcycles (which attract expected sometime later this great reputation in India for likely become a leader in the
substantial taxes) locally year, local production of large- some of the lowest aftersales premium bike business.
triangle-shaped ones from
the company’s outgoing
range. At the rear, the muffler
PHOTO COURTSEY: VARUN VIDYAARTH
on this bike is stubby and
upward-swept, which is new
for a Royal Enfield. Another
big difference is the location
of the foot pegs; they are
mid-set while the fuel tank is
positioned slightly lower.
New bits aside, the bike
you see here appears to have
ALL PRICES, EX-SHOWROOM, DELHI
the same headlight, fork,
and round digital instrument
cluster as the upcoming also appears identical to the the V-shaped alloy-wheel new Thunderbird X.
Thunderbird that was spotted one we’ve seen on test bikes design also appears Whatever the identity
before. It also appears to be before. The matte-black to be the same. of this new bike, this is an
using the new double-cradle finish on the engine casing is There’s a possibility exciting new direction for a
frame that we’ve also seen unchanged, the rear shock that this motorcycle could Royal Enfield single-cylinder
on the spied images of the absorbers look similar, and so also be positioned in the motorcycle and we can’t wait
next-gen Classic. The engine does the swingarm. Lastly, brand’s India line-up as the to see the final result.
BS6 HONDA UNICORN
At Rs 93,593, the new Honda
Unicorn costs nearly Rs 13,000 more
than the ABS-equipped CB Unicorn
150, but brings a new engine, similar
power figures and a few new features.
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 Rishaad Mody
THE INSIDE LINE COVID-19 - POSSIBLE EFFECTS
The novel coronavirus could have an unprecedented impact on all industries.
I
t’s all we talk about, and
it’s all we think about.
Life is fast becoming
about huddling in fear
of the looming black cloud
that is COVID-19 and
wondering, waiting for
lightning to strike each of
us. I voluntarily sit at home
writing this in the middle of
March, and if the rest of the
world is any indicator, most
of us may soon be forced
into doing the same. Social
isolation, living healthy and
practising extreme hygiene
appear to be the best we can
do for now.
However, this isn’t just
another ‘how to stay safe
from COVID-19’ article and
instead, I want to talk about
some of the possible effects
this can have on our already
suffering auto industry. No
one really knows what to
expect, but we begin with a
twisted sliver of positivity –
things could have been even
worse. By sheer chance, this
pandemic started to unravel
in the Hubei province
around the same time as the
Chinese New Year holidays.
This is an annual two-week
holiday and businesses
worldwide plan around it
by stockpiling components.
It’s these very components
that are keeping things
running; for now.
Each manufacturer’s
current situation will largely
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depend on how much they
had sourced from the
shutdown manufacturing
giants like China, and
now Italy. Moreover, most
components arrive from
external vendors, and these
components often come
pre-assembled, so there
will be a problem if even
a screw, sensor or connector
in there originated from
any of the affected
countries worldwide.
 honestly manage, but it’s
No one really
knows what
to expect.
 choice, while a worse-case
Naturally, manufacturers
have multi-layer
contingencies in place, with
supply coming from at
least two or three vendors,
usually in different regions.
The suppliers are chosen
based on a number of
factors, but cost obviously
ranks high. In a scenario
where all the preferred
vendors for a particular
component are based in the
now-shutdown countries,
the auto manufacturers can
still look to Indian vendors
that were previously skipped
for these components. Of
course, this primarily relies
on India continuing to
be open for business; but
even then, it’s not just a
matter of bearing higher
purchase costs. There’s
also major concern about
whether these new vendors
can meet the demand – not
to mention that all newly
sourced components will
have to go through long
periods of full R&D testing.
I have tried to write
this as positively as I can
still a deeply worrying read
and the novel coronavirus
will affect all industries, not
just automobiles. At the very
least, costs may rise due to
manufacturers moving to
vendors that weren’t the first
scenario would be that the
new vendors cannot supply
enough. The absolute
worst-case scenario is that
business will ultimately
cease completely, and the
financial implications of a
situation like that is another
story altogether.
Who knows where things
will be when you read this,
but all we can do is fervently
hope that the situation
improves. Until then, I leave
you with a combination of
two powerful phrases – the
tides stop for no man; and
this too shall pass.
rishaadmody
Two-helmet rules
TWO-WHEELER SALES in
Maharashtra will soon see
manufacturers ensure two
BIS-standard helmets being
provided to customers at
the time of new vehicle
sales, as per the Motor
Vehicles Act, or face a
blanket bank in the state.
This information comes from
a letter, which was issued by
the Transport Commissioner
of Maharashtra on
March 5, 2020 .
The court found that in
the current scenario, the
New HD Softail Standard
HARLEY DAVIDSON HAS
unveiled the 2020 Softail
Standard, taking over from
the Street Bob as the most
affordable motorcycle in
the Softail family. The main
difference between the
Standard and Street Bob
is that the new bike gets a
lot of chrome. Both bikes
feature an identical frame-
and-suspension setup, as
well as the highly acclaimed
107 Milwaukee-eight engine
that churns out 149Nm of
torque at 3,000rpm. Kerb
weight remains untouched
as well, at 297kg.
manufacturers have been
violating laws and are not
supplying any protective
headgear at the time of the
sales, further increasing the
threat of fatal road accidents.
As per a road safety
report by the World Health
Organisation, head injuries
are a leading cause of death
among two- and three-
wheeler users. The right
use of a helmet can lead to
42 percent reduction of risk
in fatal and 69 percent in
head injuries.
While much remains the
same in terms of design and
performance, the Softail
Standard carries a price tag
that is lower by a whole USD
1,000, or roughly Rs 70,000.
Whether Harley-Davidson
plans to bring this bike to
our market is unclear at the
moment; but if it does, it’ll be
interesting to see how Harley
prices the model.

BLUARMOR BLU3 E20
A HELMET COOLER THAT DOUBLES AS A CONNECTIVITY DEVICE.
Speakers and mic bundled with main device; Compact dimensions do not hinder forward vision.
THE PEAK OF summer is
almost always a challenging
time to ride a motorcycle,
especially in the confines of
a metropolis. For the past
two years, BluArmor has
offered a unique solution
to bear the heat on a
motorcycle in the form of
their helmet cooler. We’ve
already tried out the first-
and second-generation
units, but this third-gen
model takes the biggest
leap forward. Here’s what
you need to know about
the Blu3 E20.
This is the company’s
top-of-the-line helmet cooler
that now also doubles as a
connectivity device, keeping
with the needs of our times.
So besides cooling your
face and head, the E20 also
pairs with your phone via
Bluetooth, while a dedicated
mobile app (compatible with
iOS/Android) allows you
to carry out a number of
functions. A set of speakers,
a microphone and a micro-
USB cable are all bundled
with the package. Isn’t
that Interesting!
The first thing that you
notice when you hold the
device in your hand is that
it’s pretty light, tipping the
scales at 260g (dry). That’s
great, considering that a
heavy object hanging at the
front of your helmet could
put some strain on your
neck. Like the BluArmor
BluSnap2, mounting the
Blu3 requires a go-pro
style mount with an
extended plastic strip for
additional stability.
It took a couple of home-
office-home commutes
for me to get used to the
sensation of the device
attached to the helmet, but
after that, I barely noticed
its weight. What I did notice,
however, is the faint buzz as
the fan kept spinning to suck
in air that’s channelled to my
face, after passing through a
dust filter (replaced every six
months), a water-saturated
membrane, followed by a
height-adjustable vent. The
device uses the principle of
evaporative cooling (similar
to conventional home
coolers). So, in effect, you
get a steady stream of
cool air on your face, even
when you are stationary,
with the sun beating down
hard on you.
A new addition to this
model is that the fan speed
can be adjusted by three
modes – Regular, Turbo and
Beast. You can opt for the
dynamic setting too, which
automatically adjusts its
speed. The downside of
the higher fan speed is a
prominent rise in fan volume.
At full speed, for example, it
sounds as if
you are seated inside an
airplane with its engine
running at cruising pace.
This is not as bothersome
as one may think; in fact,
Beast mode is handy on
particularly hot days.
In all, the E20 is quite
effective as a cooler
but what makes it really
interesting are the
connectivity features.
The device can read out
Whatsapp messages, record
voice notes, play/pause
music and skip to the next
song. All of this can be done
by various combinations
of taps on the large click
surface that’s placed at
the top of the device,
making it easy to access,
even when on the move.
The sound quality through
the speakers is decent,
however, at first, the app
would pause the music for
no apparent reason; this
software glitch was fixed
during a recent OTA update.
Using voice commands,
Google Assistant can
also be used to adjust fan
speed or even navigate to
a destination. This makes
it massively convenient to
carry out myriad functions
without the need to reach
for your phone.
As far as battery life is
concerned, it is dependent
largely on the fan speed. The
battery lasts for only about
2hr with the fan spinning
in Beast mode, while in
Turbo and Regular mode
we managed to squeeze
6hr and 12hr of battery
life, respectively. That’s
decent, considering my daily
commute ranges between
2-2.5hr. A micro-USB port is
provided to charge the non-
removable battery. It takes
approximately 6hr to charge
completely. As for the water
membrane, dipping it in
water for 10sec lasts for
about 120-140min; this
means this is something you
must do prior to every ride.
Overall, I’m quite
impressed with the Blu3
E20 because it delivers a lot
for the price. For those who
don’t need the speakers,
BluArmor also sells the
device as a helmet cooler
only. Badged the A10, it will
set you back by Rs 2,299.
But I’d recommend you
stretch your budget and
get the Blu3 E20, for its
sheer value.
RISHABH BHASKAR
Where: www.thebluarmor.com
Price: Rs 4,999
ALL THE GEAR ALL THE TIME
RYNOX TORNADO PRO 3
EVERYDAY GLOVES WITH GOOD PROTECTION.
Knox SPS hard armour protects the lower palm and wrist.
A COUPLE OF months ago, the day came to retire my
only pair of riding gloves. I’d worn the RST Tracktech
Evo full gauntlet sports gloves nearly every day for the
past year, through all kinds of riding conditions. I was
on the lookout for a replacement that I could wear on
my daily commute and Rynox had just
launched its new range of short-cuff
riding gloves that they were kind
enough to send over. Of these,
I picked the Tornado Pro 3
and have been wearing them
almost every day since.
Right off the bat, the
gloves are quite impressive.
There are no stray stitches or
cheap-looking materials and
the fit around the hand is mostly
good too. However, I did find that the
fingers were a bit short and it
took a couple of weeks of use Knuckle region is bulky.
for them to stretch out and
get comfortable. On the plus side, generous mesh panels
make them great to use in our weather.
What I’m most impressed by is the protection on offer.
In most motorcycle accidents, your palm is the first point
of contact with the road surface, and I prefer wearing
gloves that offer hard armour in that region. The Tornado
Pro 3s use the KNOX patented Sport SPS (Scaphoid
Protection System) that uses two hard sliders on the
lower palm area. These allow the palm to slide smoothly
and avoid the risk of the glove gripping tarmac, which can
seriously hurt your wrist or scaphoid bone. I even had a
slow-speed fall at a dirt track and the gloves worked as
they should. There’s more hard armour on the knuckles
that comes from a South Korean brand called Impact-On.
The only downside to the knukle armour is that they make
it quite bulky in comparison to most other gloves that
offer similar protection.
The Tornado Pro 3s have no major faults but if I had
to nitpick, the touchscreen-friendly fingertip isn’t very
effective. Longer girth adjusters on the wrist would also
make them less cumbersome to undo when wearing a
glove on your other hand.
The Tornado Pro 3 isn’t for someone looking for a
full-on sport riding glove. However, at Rs 3,150, it
provides good value for a comfortable, yet protective
pair of gloves for everyday urban use, or even some
casual off-road riding.
VISHAL VENUGOPAL
Where: www.rynoxgears.com
Price: Rs 3,150
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2020 KTM 200 DUKE

Is the 200 Duke still the little hooligan that
was launched here eight years ago? We find out.
FIRST VERDICT
Updated engine is calmer and
smoother. New design will appeal
to a wider audience.
HHHHHHHHII
SO GOOD
n Updated styling, larger tank
n More accommodating to taller riders

NO GOOD
n Big price hike, substantially heavier
n Lower ground clearance

T
he KTM 200 Duke was the first
motorcycle the manufacturer
launched in India over eight
years ago. KTM has since
expanded its portfolio and over
the years, some of the bikes have
undergone rather significant
updates. The 200 Duke, though,
remained largely unchanged… until
now. KTM, like all manufactures,
has had to update its entire line-
up to comply with the upcoming
BS6 norms; and it has used the
opportunity to give the 200 Duke a
much-needed makeover as well.
The bike has finally dropped its
eight-year-old design for a much
fresher, sharper one borrowed
from the 250 Duke. This means,
PHOTOGRAPHY OMKAR DHAS
Updated design looks great from all angles and reiterates the 200’s bold stance.
it gets the DRL-equipped halogen
headlight, tail section and the beefy
tank shrouds, while also using the
same trellis frame with a bolt-on
subframe. Behind the tank shrouds
is a fuel tank that’s now three litres
larger, which means less visits to the
fuel station and more time riding!
The new tank design, along with a
more spacious seat, means the 200
is also more accommodating for tall
riders and allows you to grip onto it
much more naturally.
Start the 200 Duke up and you’ll
immediately find that it’s a lot
quieter and sounds much smoother
than the trademark sound the older
bike’s single cylinder produced.
This refinement even translates to
the way it feels when you’re riding
hard – the vibrations are noticeably
less, even close to the redline. KTM
has managed to do this, and make
the engine BS6-compliant, without a
drop in peak output figures, and the
bike feels just as capable as before on
the track.
Weighing in at 159kg, it’s also
gained a fair bit of mass in the
process – a good 11kg – and the new
exhaust routing has also resulted in
a 20mm drop in ground clearance.
But on the plus side, KTM has finally
equipped the 200 Duke with dual-
channel ABS.
There are a number of updates
on this new generation of the 200
Duke, and it has brought with it an
increase in price. At Rs 1.73 lakh, it’s
over Rs 10,000 more expensive, but
in all its years, it hasn’t looked this

good. Yes, some of its trademark

Headlight straight off the 250 Duke.
Seat is 5mm taller, but more roomy.
New tank design allows for better grip.
hooligan characteristics feel muted
and old-school KTM fans will be put
off by its newly acquired politeness,
but the fresh styling and increased
comfort will probably make it even
more appealing to the masses. We
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for a spin on city streets to see just
how much the bike has changed in K TM 390 D U KE
the real world. A fast-flowing track
can hide much of that low-speed unchanged on make riding in the city easier as well.
excitability that made the original the 390 Duke as However, this unit could do with
200 such a hoot in the first place. well, with 43.5hp some refinement because the one on
VISHAL VENUGOPAL at 9,000rpm and my test bike worked quite smoothly
37Nm of torque while accelerating hard, but gear
at 7,000rpm. An changes lower in the rev band were
KTM 200 DUKE updated exhaust quite clunky.
Price Rs 1.73 lakh system with a Prices for the 390 Duke have gone
(ex-showroom, Delhi) catalytic converter up by just over Rs 5,000 to Rs 2.53
Engine 199.5cc, single-cylinder, is part of the update lakh, and that’s a very reasonable
liquid-cooled and it’s been re- hike, considering what’s new.
Power 25hp at 10,000rpm routed under the
Torque 19.3Nm at 8,000rpm engine instead of
Gearbox 6-speed THE 390 DUKE, too, has been the side. This has brought with it a
Kerb weight 159kg updated but the changes it’s 4kg increase in kerb weight – the
Wheelbase 1357mm packing aren’t as substantial. Visual bike now weighing 167kg – and a
Seat height 823mm changes are limited to the addition significant 24mm drop in ground
Ground clearance 155mm of two new colour schemes – one clearance, to 151mm.
Fuel tank 13.5 litres of which is this matte-grey colour What’s really stepped-up the
Suspension (f/r) USD fork / monoshock that’s not as in-your-face as the experience on the racetrack is
Brakes (f/r) 300mm disc /
usual orange, but still remarkably the addition of a bidirectional
230mm disc
noticeable and unique. quickshifter. It makes riding fast
Tyres (f/r) 110/70 R17 /
Peak output figures remain a whole lot more fun and should
Quickshifter is great fun on track.
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HONDA
ACTIVA 6G
The 2020 model represents a true
generation change over the one
it replaces.
FIRST VERDICT
While it might look similar to the
5G, the Activa 6G brings a lot
more to the table.
HHHHHHHIII
SO GOOD
n Refinement, silent-start system
n Improved suspension
NO GOOD
n Lethargic performance, weak brakes
n Price
I
t’s not often that an entire
segment gets referred to by
the name of a single product.
Imagine how ridiculous it would
be if all hatchbacks were called
Balenos, or if all mobiles phones
were referred to as Samsungs. Well,
PHOTOGRAPHY KULDEEP CHAUDHARI
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Honda has managed to pull that
off to quite an extent in India. Its
Activa has amassed such popularity
that some people go about calling
all scooters ‘Activas’. One of the
main reasons why the Activa has
become such a powerful name is
because it established itself as a
very reliable machine over the last
20 years. And of course, it wears
the revered manufacturer’s badge.
That said, the scooter buyer
of today has evolved and now
compares every single specification.
Sheer reputation isn’t enough
anymore, and that’s the reason why
Honda has given the Activa what
probably might be its biggest and
most important update yet.
NIP AND TUCK
Honda has played it safe with the
cosmetic tweaks, giving the 6G only
a minor facelift. It now looks a ◊
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 Basic analogue cluster is a step back from the 5G. No illumination for the storage space. Footboard is now larger and more accommodating.

∆ little sharper from the front

thanks to the sleeker-looking
headlight and redesigned chrome
accents on the apron. The
mudguard is now less rounded,
and is similar to the one on the
Activa 125. The side panels haven’t
changed that much but they
now have a slightly sharper rake
towards the rear. However, I’d like
to mention that the plastic bits in
this area feel quite flimsy.
Activa enthusiasts will be
happy to know that the scooter
still retains its metal body, and
it’s only the headlight fascia and
the centerpiece of the apron that’s
made of plastic.
Moving on to the rear, it’s
completely new and seems to have
taken inspiration from the Activa
125 for the tail-light.

BIGGER INSIDE
The increased wheelbase, telescopic
fork at the front, and 12-inch
front wheel have brought about
an evident transformation. Honda
tells us that the frame on the 6G is
nearly identical to the one on the
Activa 125, with the only difference
being that the latter’s has been
strengthened to better cope with
the additional weight and power.
The scooter doesn’t feel as
nervous at higher speeds anymore,
and changing lanes is a lot easier,
but there’s still a slight flighty
feeling above 60kph. The improved
handling and stability doesn’t
come at the cost of ride quality, as
the scooter soaks up potholes and
undulations very well.
Like with Honda’s Activa 125
and SP 125, the engine on the
Activa 6G is an all-new affair. It
has a different bore and stroke
(the latter’s now longer), and
uses fuel injection instead of a
carburettor. As with many BS6-
compliant engines, both power
and torque have gone down by
0.17hp and 0.21Nm, respectively. It
doesn’t come as a surprise that this
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Preload-adjustable shock absorber works well.
Acceleration is rather lethargic
and the 6G struggles to accelerate
above 75kph. During our shoot,
I was riding next to an overly
enthusiastic individual who was on
an Activa 5G and he managed to
The 6G feels
pull away quite easily, despite me
having the throttle pinned.
extremely refined
That said, the 6G feels extremely
refined at all speeds, much more so
at all speeds, much
than the 5G, and many buyers will
also appreciate how unbelievably
more so than the 5G.
quiet the new engine is. There
were times when I felt like the
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sit too high, and the room on the
footboard is adequate as well.
UP TO DATE?
Honda has gone a bit backwards
with the display, as the 5G’s digi-
analogue unit has been replaced
with a basic analogue cluster. The
6G, however, has gained a bunch
of features. It now gets a kill switch
that also doubles as a starter
button. The starter is of the silent-
start type like we’ve seen on the
Activa 125. There’s also a pass light
switch, which is a small but useful
touch. Another useful addition is
the external fuel-filler cap that can
be opened remotely via the key fob.
Lastly, with the more expensive
Deluxe variant, you’ll also get an
LED headlight, similar to the 5G,
but we didn’t get an opportunity to
try it out at night.
As nice as these features are,
though, we wish Honda had also
given priority to a front disc brake
because the performance from the
drum brakes is quite weak and
disappointing.
TWO CENTS
The Activa 6G is definitely a better
scooter than its predecessor. Not
only is it greener, but also a lot
better equipped, and it also has a
lot more going for it as an overall
product. However, these updates
come at a price – Rs 63,912
(Standard) and Rs 65,412 (Deluxe).
It now costs Rs 7,500 more than
the 5G, which is fine when you
consider all the work that has gone
into it. It’s also only slightly more
expensive than its direct rival, the
TVS Jupiter (Rs 61,449-67,911).
However, what remains the same
as before is that Honda charges you
quite a premium for its products,
and, for about the same price, you
can get better performing 125cc
scooters in base trims from Hero,
TVS and Suzuki.
FIROZE IRANI
External fuel-filler cap a much-needed adition.
HONDA ACTIVA 6G DLX
Price Rs 65,412
engine wasn’t even running. While (ex-showroom, Delhi)
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performance has taken a dip, Engine 109cc, single-cylinder,
Honda is claiming that 6G is 10 fuel-injected
percent more fuel efficient.
As for ergonomics, it’s capable
of accommodating people of most
Power
Torque
7.79hp at 8000rpm
8.79Nm at 5250rpm
sizes, but very tall ones won’t be
comfortable. The handlebar is
Kerb weight
Wheelbase
107kg
1260mm
Ground clearance 171mm
positioned quite close to the rider,
which means taller folks will have
Fuel tank 5.3 litres
Suspension (f/r) Telescopic fork/
to sit further back and the bar
comes in contact with the rider’s Tyres (f/r)
Monoshock
90/90-12 /
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be comfortable though; they don’t
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TVS iQUBE
How does the TVS iQube e-scooter fit into the
growing electric two-wheeler space in India?

FIRST VERDICT
The iQube offers a healthy dose
of performance and is featured at
a competitive price.
HHHHHHHIII
SO GOOD
n Price, performance, handling
n TFT instrumentation
NO GOOD
n Basic hub-mounted motor
n Limited range
marks TVS’ proper foray into the
Indian electric two-wheeler space.
Yes, TVS beginning its shift to
e-mobility is a big deal, but we were
more curious to see if the iQube
itself makes as much of an impact.
iDESIGN
Ever since the iQube was unveiled,
it’s attracted polarising comments
about its styling. It is best described
as a scooter that has been designed
to be a futuristic product, but
one designed close to a decade
ago. That’s not far from the truth,
really – TVS did showcase the two-
wheeler in concept form back in
approach with its popular 110cc
scooter, the Jupiter.
While we don’t have a problem
with the design, there were a few
small areas where its quality levels
were inconsistent. However, this
could be because the units we were
riding were initial test bikes. We’ll
reserve final judgement until we
get to spend some time with the
production-ready models.
iRIDE
On the move, the scooter will leave
you quite impressed, especially
when it comes to acceleration.
The hub-mounted motor is made
don’t think this will be a problem.
What’s really nice is that
acceleration in both ride modes
(Economy and Power) is the same.
The only difference between the
two is the limits on its top speed. In
Economy, you can go up to 45kph,
with a claimed range of 75km. Top
speed, meanwhile, will go up to a
speedo-indicated 80kph in Power
mode, but TVS says the range will
go down to 55km here. What we
also liked is how the performance
doesn’t go down drastically with a
drop in charge. I managed to hit a
speedo-indicated 70kph even when
the TFT display showed just 16km

I
t’s only been a few months into
2020, and we’re already riding
the third new electric two-
wheeler from a big name. We are
finally getting options, and how!
The one in question here is called
the iQube, and almost refreshingly,
it doesn’t come from a brand that
was just formed a few months
ago to sell us rebranded Chinese
products. The iQube e-scooter
PHOTOGRAPHY KULDEEP CHAUDHARI
2012. Now while that may sound
negative, it isn’t. The narrow,
horizontal headlight and tail-light
look unique and almost RoboCop-
like. The rest of the design is
extremely simple, and it almost
feels like TVS has purposely opted
to go this route as conventional
designs attract buyers of a wider
age demographic. We’ve seen
the company take a similar
by Bosch and has a peak power
output of 4.4kW. This is a fair
amount higher than the Chetak’s
4.08kW motor, but the iQube’s
throttle response feels instant and
is not as softly delivered as the
Bajaj when you first open the
accelerator. However, it’s more
along the lines of immediate, rather
than jerky; and while I suspect it
might take some getting used to, I
of range remaining. Thankfully, the
iQube also doesn’t cut throttle input
when you are on the brakes (like
almost all Chinese scooters) which
means that low-speed manoeuvres
won’t be a problem.
Hub-mounted motors are
usually considered inferior to
frame-mounted units, but the
iQube seems to have no problem.
I managed to climb a 10-degree ◊

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The home charger is RFID-enabled.
Charging port has a flimsy cover.
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First-time EV buyers will be pleased
by the conventional ergos on offer.
With its powerful motor, the iQube takes on inclines without much stress.
Unique ‘electric’ light looks neat. Batteries are split into three fixed packs.
∆ incline with a pillion and on a
low charge, at about 35kph, which
isn’t bad. Another setback usually
experienced in using hub-mounted
motors is that they upset the weight
distribution of a two-wheeler.
Since a lot of the weight is at the
rear wheel, it doesn’t feel like a
natural two-wheeler; but TVS has
done a good job masking this.
The battery is non-removable, but
TVS has cleverly split it into three
different packs, with one of them
positioned under the footboard.
This brings some of the weight
bias towards the front; and the
company also says that the way
in which the rear twin shock
absorbers have been tuned help
the iQube feel more natural.
And feel natural, it does. We
had the opportunity to carry a
good amount of speed through the
corners at the company’s test track
and the scooter didn’t feel nervous
or twitchy at all. The grippy TVS
tyres on the 12-inch wheels at both
ends also helped improve stability.
Lastly, the 220mm front disc and
130mm drum brake were quite
effective and got the 118kg (slightly
higher than the Ntorq 125) scooter
to a standstill quickly.
iTECH
As has become the standard with
electric vehicles, the iQube gets
LED lights all around. These appear
to be very bright in the daytime, but
we’ll have to put the headlight to
the test when we get the scooter for
a road test. Speaking of lights, the
iQube also gets one under the seat,
but it only lights up with the key in
the ignition. This means you need
to remove the key from the seat lock
at the side of the scooter and put
it back into the ignition to light up
the boot. Like many other scooters
these days, you also get a USB
charging slot under the seat. While
TVS claims that the under-seat
storage space fits a full-face helmet,
my international-spec helmet didn’t
fit, but this is the case with almost
all scooters.
Let’s move on to one of the
biggest highlights of this e-scooter
– the TFT instrumentation. It
gets Bluetooth connectivity and
the screen graphics are legible,
even under direct sunlight. The
dedicated iQube app with the
Bluetooth function, shows incoming
call alerts, SMS notifications and
turn-by-turn navigation on the
screen. The app also features
Geofencing, trip data recording,
battery charge status, range and a
lot more. What can also be seen via
this screen is the scooter’s park-
assist function, which will let you
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creep forward or in reverse.
It certainly feels more premium
than the LCD display on the Bajaj
Chetak and on par with the one
on the Ather. However, the screen
takes quite a long time to start; we
hope future OTA updates will fix
this issue.
The iQube also comes with a
home charger, which is included
in the price. It takes about 5hr to
charge the battery and there’s no
fast-charging option. Also, this
home charger is RFID-activated,
which ensures that nobody misuses
it when it’s unattended. The
charger, battery packs and battery
management system have been
built completely in house, except
for the cells in the battery packs,
which have been sourced from LG
in Korea.

iBUY?
At Rs 1.15 lakh (on road,
Bengaluru), the TVS iQube is a
little cheaper than the top-spec
Bajaj Chetak and significantly more
affordable than the new Ather
450X, although you have to factor
in the annual subscription cost that
TVS will introduce sometime in the
future. This subscription cost is also
expected to be much less than what
Ather is asking for, and we’re told
it might be somewhere around Rs
900 per year. Presently, the scooter
is only available in Bengaluru and
TVS plans to introduce it across
other cities in a phased manner.
That’s the iQube for you. In
short: it’s a simple, quirky-looking
city runabout, with limited range
being the only big drawback – and
that’s something we’ll have to
live with till battery technology
matures. If you can’t wait that
long, and only want to buy a
product from a well-established
Indian manufacturer, then this
scooter is now the second option
available to you.
FIROZE IRANI

TVS iQUBE
Price Rs 1.15 lakh
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Motor Hub-mounted
BLDC motor
Power 3kW/4.4kW
(continuous/peak)
Torque 33Nm
Suspension (f/r) Telescopic fork/
Twin shock absorbers
Brakes (f/r) Disc/drum
Tyres (f/r) 90/90-12
The LED tail-light carries Kerb weight 118kg
the RoboCop-like design Charge time
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SKY HIGH
Chatting with an international FMX athlete is always fascinating.
Here’s what Alexey Kolesnikov had to share with Vishal Venugopal.
lmost exactly a year ago, people in
A
Mumbai stood witness to some
gravity-defying motorcycle stunts,
with Red Bull bringing its FMX
Jam to Mumbai. The line-up of
performers included renowned freestyle
motocross riders like Robbie Maddison, Red Bull
X-Fighters World Tour Champion Tom Pagès,
Martin Koren, Radek Bilek, Julien Vanstippen
and Russian FMX champion Alexey Kolesnikov.
Alexey is widely regarded as the most
prominent FMX athlete that Russia has ever
produced, and he returned to India to perform
as part of SRM University’s Milan Colosseum
sports festival in Chennai. We got to sit down
with him for what turned out to be a quick, but
fascinating chat.
“I started off taking part in motocross and
enduro races and even took part in some national
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Looks familiar? Alexey was also a part of the
Red Bull FMX Jam showcase in Mumbai, last year.
ALEXEY KOLESNIKOV IN CONVERSATION
The Red Bull athlete is one of the most talented and reputed FMX stars to come out of Russia.
Kolesnikov is the first Russian rider to land a backflip.
championships for about five consecutive years.
My favourite part was the jumps and the reaction
it got from the crowd and that’s what I started
chasing. Little by little, I started to create my own
tricks and it just took off from there. It’s great
because you feed off the audience’s energy and
just flow with it.”
Having watched him perform, I knew exactly
what he meant. Alexey’s show at SRM University
was part of the opening ceremony of the sport
fest, and it was spaced out into multiple sessions.
This meant every time he went out to perform
over the day, the conditions would be slightly
different from the last time he was out.
“This trip for me was harder than usual
because of multiple factors. I couldn’t practice
yesterday because some parts for the bike
reached us only at the last moment. And so
I got to ride it and test the ramp only a few
hours before the show. I found that the ramp
was too steep, so we had to make some changes
to the angle, and it’s always sketchy when you
have to make big changes just a few hours before
the show.”
Adding to all of this were the crosswinds on
the particular day. Alexey had a flag hoisted at the
top of the ramp so he could judge wind speed and
direction. “The spectators can’t really see how it
affects us, but the wind is definitely the biggest
factor to consider. You can perform in the rain or
even in snow, but strong crosswinds will take the
bike away from you and that’s not something you
want when you’re 30m up in the air.”
Despite the adversities, Alexey was thrilled
about the opportunity to perform in India again.
“This is my second time in India and when you
look around, even here in the university, you can
see the number of bikes there are. People here
love motorcycles, and hopefully the next time
I’m here I get to see some beginners having a go
at the ramp. Every country starts out like this. If
someone from this crowd, or someone who sees a
freestyle motorcyclist perform, is inspired, that’s
all that’s needed.” AI
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Can the new Tiger 900 fill the incredibly large, adventure-motorcycle shoes of
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here are big adventure
T
motorcycles and then there’s the
Triumph Tiger. It’s one of the
most recognised and revered
motorcycles in this category and
has generated quite a fan following in the process.
It goes without saying, then, that it takes some
serious conviction to pull the plug on a long-
running, successful motorcycle and replace it with
something that is all-new and quite different. Will
the bike resonate with its legion of followers? Will
TRIUMPH TIGER 900 GT PRO AND RALLY PRO RIDE
it tick the boxes and tug at the heartstrings? Can
it fill the incredibly large, adventure-motorcycle
sized shoes of its predecessor? We’ve come all the
way to beautiful Morocco to find answers.
WHAT IS IT?
Triumph began working on the new Tiger 900
from scratch, so the motorcycle you see here
bears no resemblance to the Tiger 800, except
for the switchgear that’s been carried forward.
This, I think, was essential because the old Tiger’s
design, despite timely updates, had grown long
in the tooth. They’ve also dropped the laundry
list of monikers that denote the on-road and off-
road biased Tiger. The new Tiger 900 is classified
simply as the GT and the Rally. The Pro suffix
on either motorcycle indicates that it’s the fully
loaded, top-of-the-line version.
The GT Pro is the top-spec road-biased Tiger,
evident in the cast-alloy wheels, lower ride
height and its new Marzocchi suspension
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∆ monoshock. The Rally Pro is the highest
spec off-road-biased Tiger, as seen in its fully
adjustable and long-travel suspension (now
Showa), higher ground clearance, and bigger
front wheel. The Rally now gets tubeless wire-
spoke rims – a much-needed piece of equipment
that was missing all along in the Tiger 800 XC
range. It makes it massively easy to fix a puncture
and get back on the road but there might be a
few hardcore off-road junkies who’d have liked to
have the inner tube so they could carry on in the
event of a rim bend. Nevertheless, a vast majority
prefer the convenience of a tubeless rim, which
is why the Rally Pro comes equipped with a pair.
While this is what essentially separates the GT
and the Rally Pro, they share the same frame,
body panels, 7.0-inch TFT display and the newly
developed in-line-triple engine.
I have to admit, I was underwhelmed when
I saw the new Tiger’s photos on the interweb.
But after looking at it in person, I’m convinced
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that pictures simply don’t do justice to the bike’s
design. The Tiger 900 looks fresh; and therein
lays its appeal. Elements such as the sleek pair of
LED headlamps, with an integrated LED unibrow
above, give the face a dash of aggression, while
the tall, easy-to-adjust windscreen and aero
deflectors sit neatly at the top. A prominent beak
completes the adventure-motorcycle-correct front
end and I like how striking it looks in the sea of
adventure tourers these days. The red paintwork
looks fetching as well, but it’s the Rally Pro’s
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The new in-line-triple motor is
the star of the show.
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matte-green shade and white frame that look
rather special.
The side profile reveals the cleverly designed
fuel tank; and although it’s narrower than the
previous Tiger’s tank (especially in the area
where the seat and tank overlap) it holds more
fuel with its 20-litre capacity. The new, split
radiator sits on either side of the bike with a well-
designed shroud covering the large fans. Other
notable (and thoughtful) improvements are the
repositioned LED indicators that sit next to the
headlamp – unlike on the previous bike, where
it was fixed to the radiator shroud and easily
broke if the bike tipped over. The tail section of
the Tiger 900 looks minimal because there are
no body panels, save for a plastic extension that
houses the new horizontal tail-lamp.
The overall design is well-executed, and the
new Tiger will manage to carve an identity of
its own. However, the real magic lies beneath
the body panels, where Triumph has finally

New motor has strong low- and mid-range grunt.
TRIUMPH TIGER 900 GT PRO AND RALLY PRO RIDE
LED fog lamps are standard on the Pro variants.
addressed a long-pending issue. The frame and
subframe in the 800 were welded together as one
piece. So in the event of a serious accident, which
could result in a bent subframe or pillion footrest
hanger (also previously welded), the entire frame
had to be replaced, shooting the repair bill up into
the stratosphere. In the new bike, a lightweight,
aluminium subframe is bolted to a new frame;
this makes it easier and cost-effective to replace
if damaged. It’s the same case with the bolt-on
pillion footrest as well.
When you sit on the new Tiger, the seats feel
far more accommodating than what its slim
profile suggests. Just as before, the seats on
both, the GT Pro and Rally Pro, can be manually
lowered by 20mm in a matter of 2-3min, which
should make the new Tiger more accessible
7.0-inch TFT bonded to glass for easy readability.
to a wider set of buyers. But that’s not all, the
handlebar has also been moved 10mm closer to
the rider, resulting in a relaxed riding position,
whether seated or standing on the pegs.
On the whole, the Tiger 900’s design is well
executed; and in typical Triumph fashion, the
quality and finish levels are top notch. Another
feature that elevates the premium feel is the new
7.0-inch TFT instrument cluster. The reflection-
free unit (since the TFT is bonded to the glass
directly) has a feature-rich and crisp display, with
four styles to choose from. Bluetooth connectivity
and turn-by-turn navigation are standard
features in the Pro models.
WHAT IS THE ENGINE LIKE?
The Tiger 900’s new in-line-triple motor is the
star of the show and it all begins with the way
it sounds. The previous Tiger’s motor was more
like a rev-hungry supersport’s, and it had similar
sound and characteristics as well. While I won’t
deny that its intake howl and the distinct whistle
it produced at high RPMs was addictive, it never
struck a chord as deep as this new motor. Part
of the reason for that is the new engine’s
1-3-2 firing order and T-plane crank (crank
pins in cylinders 1 and 3 are set at 180
degrees while the number 2 cylinder’s
crank is at 90 degrees, forming a T) that not
only claimed to give it stronger low- and
mid-range grunt but also makes it sound
deeper, angry and menacing across the rev
range. It’s poles apart from the previous
triple when it comes to character, and
its sense of urgency simply grows on
you over a period of time.
The motor’s tractable nature
and strong bottom end
saw me hovering around
30-40kph in fourth gear
while making my way
around the busy streets of
Marrakesh, and all I had to
do was roll on the throttle
to pass traffic. However,
an open road is where
this motor truly exhibits
its awesome potential. You
could easily sit between
60-200kph all day long
without feeling the need to
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∆ fifth gear. This, again, highlights the strong
mid-range of the motor. Give it the beans and
the way the power rushes in is a real pleasure (let
your mind be blown by 150hp and more). The
only real issue are the vibrations in the handlebar
that arise under hard acceleration. It’s not
bothersome and won’t leave a numb sensation in
your hands, but it’s noticeable and wasn’t there
with the old engine.
That said, highway cruising speeds are very
calm, with the revs hovering around 3,900rpm at
100kph and below 5,000rpm at 120kph in sixth
gear. This has to do with the taller fifth gear (by
3 percent) and sixth gear (by 7 percent) which is
another improvement over the old bike. In effect,
it makes the standard up/down quickshifter a bit
redundant, as you wouldn’t need to shift gears
that often. But there’s no denying the rush of
keeping the throttle pinned open and flicking
through the gearbox, no?
To me, the biggest advantage of this
quickshifter lies in the fact that you don’t need
to pull-in the clutch lever and shift cogs while
standing on the pegs and riding off-road. That
makes it one less thing to worry about while
keeping an eye out for rocks or a patch of loose
sand. Also, given the grunty nature of the
engine, you manage to stay in the powerband
while riding off-road for most of the time, which
means you don’t have to rev the engine hard to
accelerate out of tricky situations – say, while
riding over a steep, rocky incline.
A clever suite of electronics – in the form of
traction control (the smaller Tiger finally gets
an IMU) and riding modes in both GT and Rally
Pro versions – keeps the bike pointing the right
way. The Road, Rain, Sport, Off-road and Rider
(custom) riding modes alter the level of traction
control (TC) and ABS intervention. These systems
work so unobtrusively that the only way to say
the traction control is working is by looking at the
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bright orange light flashing like a Christmas light
on the dash.
The off-road mode in the GT Pro version
changes the throttle map to enable it to tackle
light trails but for those looking to have more
fun, the Rally Pro’s dedicated Off-Road Pro mode
turns ABS and TC off, so that you can have a
whale of a time drifting across sand and grinning
ear-to-ear inside the helmet. But sweet motor and
refined electronics aside, it’s the suspension units
and fantastic weight distribution that have raised
the ‘Tiger’ experience to a whole new level.
WHAT IS IT LIKE TO RIDE?
Besides the lighter chassis, Triumph has also
reduced the engine’s weight by 2.5kg. This
was achieved by using magnesium cam covers,
reworking the cooling system and fitting a
smaller oil sump, which translates to less oil
volume. The engine’s smaller bottom enabled
Triumph to slot it a whole 42mm lower and angle
it slightly forward, without sacrificing ground
clearance. This has optimised weight distribution
and, along withs the new suspension units, have
resulted in a Tiger that rides and handles like
never before.
On the road, the GT Pro’s Marzocchis did a
brilliant job of soaking up bumps – whether in

The Rally Pro is far more
forgiving off-road than any
previous Tiger.
 promising. The new bikes offer an adventure
a straight line or mid-corner – and that goes
a long way in boosting confidence, especially
around unknown roads. The bike stays glued
to an intended line, as its communicative front
end lets the rider push the bike hard to the point
where the pegs end up grinding into the tarmac –
despite the bike having more cornering clearance
than before. The ability to tailor the electronically
adjustable rear suspension damping on the fly is
another feature that makes the GT Pro adept at
tackling varying types of surfaces, ranging from
pockmarked to smooth tarmac.
The Rally Pro, however, was surprisingly
fun to chuck around some of the winding
sections we encountered, highlighting its
ability to tackle both road and off-road sections
with aplomb. Naturally, it’s in the latter area
where the Rally Pro manages to impress the
most. The combination of the perfectly set-up
suspension, chassis balance, and peppy motor,
made it incredibly intuitive to ride this big
adventure tourer off-road. Our test bikes were
shod with OEM Pirelli Scorpion Rally tyres (sold
separately), which unlocked the full potential
of the machine. The best thing though, is that
it’s really easy to make corrections and stay on
the bike. This forgiving nature makes the Rally
Pro a motorcycle that’ll keep both novices and
experienced riders happy and entertained.
The new Brembo Stylema brakes are way better
than the 800’s and have a considerably strong
bite and feel. They are easy to modulate as well,
even while riding off-road.
SHOULD I BUY ONE?
It certainly wasn’t an easy job to build upon
the strong attributes of the Tiger 800, but what
Triumph has managed to achieve with the
Tiger 900 GT Pro and Rally Pro bikes is quite
touring experience that’s clearly above what
the Tiger 800 managed. However, the cherry
on top of this cake is that the engine remains a
delight, whether it’s the performance, or the way
it sounds.
The new Tiger 900 is expected to go on sale in
India by April 2020 and prices should go up by
Rs 60,000 to Rs 1 lakh, considering the additional
equipment. Based on the way this new Triumph
Tiger rides, it’s going to be even more of an
incredible proposition. AI
TIGER 900 RALLY PRO / GT PRO
Price Rs 16-18 lakh (estimated)
Motor 888cc, in-line-triple, water-cooled
Power 93.9hp at 8,750rpm
Torque 87Nm at 7,250rpm
Gearbox 6-speed
Wheelbase 1551mm/1556mm
Seat height 850-870mm/810-830mm
Dry weight 201kg/198kg
Fuel tank 20 litres
Front suspension 45mm USD fork, 240mm travel/
180mm travel
Rear suspension Monoshock, 230mm wheel travel/
GT PRO FIGURES IN GREEN
170mm travel
Brakes (f/r) 320mm twin discs/255mm disc
Tyre size (f/r) 90/90-21 / 150/70R17
100/90-19 / 150/70R17
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KTM 390 ADVENTURE
The 390 Adventure feels at home in the city and on the highway.
MODEL TESTED 390 ADVENTURE
Price Rs 2.99 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) On sale Now 0-100kph 6.15sec 60-0kph 16.05m Fuel economy (overall) 31.85kpl
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o far, our time
S
with the KTM 390
Adventure had
been limited to
about an hour
on a hardcore off-road trail,
and another hour on the roads
near Lonavala. That, however,
just wasn’t enough time to
give you a proper verdict,
especially for a bike as potent
as this. And that is why, at
the first opportunity we got,
we put the KTM 390 Adventure
through a comprehensive
road test.
ROAD TEST
DESIGN
Before I dive into my take on the
design, let’s get some facts out of the WE LIKE
way. Firstly, as you’d expect from an  Everyday usability
ADV, the 390 Adventure is quite
 Tech-laden
large and dwarfs most other
motorcycles of similar capacity.  Competitive pricing
Presence then – be it on the road or
in your parking lot – won’t be a
problem. Secondly, it’s not chunky.
WE DON’T LIKE
KTM has made a conscious effort  Weak bottom-end performance
– evident from the slim exhaust
 Handlebar ergonomics
end-can and flush crash protection
– to keep the bike as slim as possible.  No lower seat option
Not only does this help in narrow
trails, but also while filtering
through city traffic. However, while
the proportions are on point and it
does manage to turn a few heads,
the same can’t be said about the
styling; it looks a bit strange and
extraterrestrial. The rear, on the
other hand, is simple and we think
the tail-light looks neat.
PERFORMANCE
Borrowing the motor-gearbox
combination from the Duke and
RC 390 means that the 390
Adventure is just as high-revving.  Ergonomics and seating comfort  Engine heat management in city
This is something that’ll take for the pillion are top notch. traffic sees huge improvement.
some getting used to, especially
if you are moving up from
something like a gentle-revving
Himalayan. Another thing that
might take time getting used to is
the fierce acceleration, which, when
paired with the quickshifter, takes
you to triple-digit speeds rather
quickly – just 0.49sec slower from
0-100kph than a 390 Duke.
Speaking of the quickshifter, it
works well high up in the rev range,  Slim exhaust muffler produces a  LED lighting all-around. Tail-light
but it’s not as smooth at lower sound softer than we’re used to. looks great and works well too.
RPMs, which is where you would
find yourself often in the city.
In the city, the 390 Adventure
is not as natural a commuter as a
Hero XPulse, but it gets around
quite well. The revised cooling
system uses two fans, a larger
radiator and some comprehensive
shrouding, all of which make a big
difference and the bike never gets
unbearably hot. Over the years,
KTM has worked on the engine’s  Short windscreen is not adjustable.  Switchgear is the same as the
smoothness, and it now feels so KTM sells an optional taller screen. Duke’s and quality remains decent.
much more refined and manageable
at low speeds. City speeds are no
longer an inconvenience, and
once you pick up speed, the bike
can hold on to gears higher than
needed without any complaint.
Large speed breakers still demand
first gear though.
When you venture off-road,
the motorcycle is slightly less
impressive. It does manage to
blaze through most fast open  Mild protection via belly pan when  Oddly-shaped Duke-borrowed
stretches, but slow technical bits 200mm ground clearance runs out. mirrors don’t work well in this setting.
and large rocks highlight the 390 ◊
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The 390 ADV

POTDAR DESIGN
KTM 390 ADVENTURE TECHNICAL LAYOUT
Price Rs 2.99 lakh Width 900mm
(ex-showroom, Delhi) Ground clearance 200mm
Kerb Weight 177kg
is surprisingly
ENGINE
Layout Single-cylinder,
well-behaved
Displacement
liquid-cooled
373.2cc in city traffic.
Max power
Max torque
43.5hp at 9000rpm
37Nm at 7000rpm


1400mm
Specific output 116.5hp per litre
Power to weight 245.7hp per tonne
Installation Transverse ∆ Adventure’s weak bottom end,
Construction Alloy cylinders and head and working around this demands
more skill from the rider. Some
Bore x stroke 89 x 60mm
modifications to the final drive
Valve gear 4 per cylinder, DOHC
sprocketing should really help, but
Ignition and fuel Electric, fuel-injected
make sure you check the implication
of this on the warranty.
GEARBOX
Type 6-speed 1430mm
DY N A M I C S
2154mm
SUSPENSION The suspension isn’t as plush-
Front 43mm telescopic fork feeling as a BMW G 310 GS, or a
Rear Monoshock ACCELERATION IN GEAR ACCELERATION Royal Enfield Himalayan, but with
2nd 3rd 4th Kph TIME (sec) its dynamic setup and grippy
WHEELS & TYPES 20-50kph 2.33s - - 0-10 0.52 Metzeler Tourance tyres, the 390
Made of Alloy 30-70kph - 3.95s - will run rings around either on a
0-20 0.94
Wheel size (f/r) 19 inches / 17 inches 50-80kph - - 4.03s winding road. Get on long highway
0-30 1.31
Tyre size (f/r) 100/90-19 / 130/80-17 stretches, and the long wheelbase
0-40 1.70
ECONOMY and 19-inch front wheel provide
BRAKES TEST 0-50 2.16 all the stability you need. It’s also
Front 320mm disc City 27.9kpl 0-60 2.82 22kg lighter than the Himalayan,
Rear 230mm disc Highway 35.8kpl 0-70 3.40 but it feels just as planted on the
Overall 31.85kpl 0-80 4.21 highway, if not more.
BRAKING Tank size 14.5 litres 0-90 5.11 At 855mm, there’s no denying
60-0kph 16.05m Tank range 461.8km 0-100 6.15 that the seat on the 390 Adventure
is quite tall, but it is quite

43.5hp 27.9kpl
Segment-leading performance for sure, but
we’d like some more bottom-end grunt.
Fuel economy at city speeds is better than
that of the previous-gen 390 Duke’s.
comfortable for long durations.
The pillion seat is also comfy,
accommodating, and practical. The
problem begins when you need to
stand and ride the 390 Adventure.
The handlebar just isn’t tall enough
to allow for a comfortable stance –
which means you will find yourself
leaning forward awkwardly. We
won’t be surprised to see many
customer bikes with aftermarket
handlebar risers.
Lastly, the large 320mm disc
brake setup at the front also
inspires confidence. The rear,
meanwhile, is adequate, and
off-road enthusiasts can deactivate
the rear ABS if they like.

F U E L E F F I C I E N CY
The 390 Adventure gave us
27.9kpl in the city and 35.8kpl
on the highway in our standard
test procedures. Even when

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well over 27kpl, which is quite
Read all our road tests at www.autocarindia.com impressive for the performance.
Consider the large 14.5-litre fuel
AUTOCAR INDIA test results are protected by world copyright and may not be reproduced without the editor’s written permission.
tank, a range of 400km should be
Power- and torque-to-weight figures are calculated using manufacturer’s claimed kerb weight.
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TESTERS’
NOTES

FIROZE IRANI
Traction control
settings reset every
time you stall the
engine; quite inconvenient.
RISHAAD MODY
I find that the
handlebar is a little
too wide and not set
high enough.

S P E C A DV I C E
There’s only one spec. Buy
the 390 Adventure if you want
the KTM riding experience in a
practical, India-ready package.

JOBS FOR THE

FAC E L I F T
 Adjustable fork
 Improved ergonomics
 Refine the quickshifter

TEST
SCORECARD

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The large proportions will fit
bigger and taller riders.
VERDICT PE R FO R MAN CE
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KTM 390 ADVENTURE Weak bottom end, but still offers

class-leading performance.

R E FI N E M E NT

The 390 Adventure is comfortable, practical, fast, tech-laden, HHHHHHHHII

The motor revs freely and feels
smoother than before.
and priced really well. So what it is, is a fantastic package. VALU E

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Equipment and electronics on
offer are unheard of at this price.

fter our first experience with the 390 Adventure, we said we would SAFE T Y

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hold off on giving our final verdict until we get to spend hundreds of Traction control and dual-
channel ABS will keep you safe.
kilometres with it on the open road. Well, we finally did, and the bike
RIDE
definitely impresses. It’s more than what you would ever need on our HHHHHHHHII
highways, it’s practical enough to commute on, and is off-road-ready enough Much more comfy than the
Duke, but a little firmly sprung.
to take on most of the trails you would throw at it. And then there’s the fact HAN D LI N G
that it’s got the tech you wouldn’t find on most motorcycles three times its HHHHHHHHHI
Sporty dynamics and grippy
price. That being said, we miss having the international-spec adjustable fork, tyres impress in the corners.

and the ergonomics and quickshifter could be reworked as well. However, B U I LD & Q UALIT Y
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none of these factors are even remotely close to being deal breakers when you Good fit and finish levels -
it’s well put together.
look at the mouth-watering Rs 2.99 lakh price tag (ex-showroom, Delhi). AI

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RACING ON HOLD
The motorsport calendar has taken a big hit in the
wake of the global coronavirus pandemic.

LORE NZO’S MOTOGP R E TU R N A M E R I CA’S FIRST DA KA R C HA MP O N T HE BRIN K

The retired MotoGP champion will compete in the We caught up with Ricky Brabec to discuss his 2020 Jehan Daruvala is now just one step away from his F1
Catalan GP as a wild card entry for Yamaha. Dakar Rally victory, motorsport in India and more. dream and he is more determined than ever.

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Coronavirus hits pause
on motorsport calendar
The pandemic has brought the world of motorsport to a standstill
with several series, including F1 and MotoGP, cancelling future races.
M
otorsport
enthusiasts are
going to have to
wait a while longer
to see their favourite
machines take to track
and battle it out. With the
coronavirus (COVID-19)
pandemic resulting in
a number of countries
imposing travel restrictions,
and those impacted most by
the virus even announcing
quarantine lockdowns, the
global motorsport calendar
has taken a big blow. As a
result, some of the most
prominent sporting events
have been called off.
F1
Formula 1 found itself
in a precarious position
following confirmation
from McLaren that a
team member had tested
positive for coronavirus.
After hours of uncertainty,
While Formula E has decided to temporarily suspend its 2019/2020 season, MotoGP and WRC have been forced to either cancel or postpone upcoming races.
166 AUTOCARINDIA.COM APRIL 2020
the series called off the
2020 season opening
race in an announcement
made just hours before the
first practice session was
supposed to kick off.
This was followed up by
news of the Bahrain GP
and the inaugural Vietnam
GP also being postponed.
The series, along with
its governing body, the
F1’s 2020 season-opening
Australian GP was called off
just hours before practice.
Federation Internationale
de l’Automobile (FIA)
maintain that they will
continue to work closely
with the race promoters
in Bahrain and Vietnam
to monitor the situation
and study the viability of
potential alternate dates.
F1 aims to start the
season by the end of May,
which means the Dutch
GP on May 3 and Spanish
GP on May 10 are also
likely to be postponed.
The season, therefore,
could get underway as late
as the Monaco GP on May 24
or even the Azerbaijan GP on
June 7, provided Formula 1
doesn’t rebuild the calendar
from scratch.
MOTOGP
The 2020 MotoGP
calendar has taken a big
hit by coronavirus-related
complications, especially
since a major portion of the
paddock hails from Italy,
which is one of the worst-
hit nations. Following the
cancellation of all premier-
class sessions at the Qatar
GP (Moto2 and Moto3 races
were held as scheduled), the
series has now been forced
to call off races in Thailand,
America and Argentina.
The last three have been
rescheduled to take place
later in the year. However,
this makes for an extremely
cramped second-half of the
season, with eight races
packed into 10 weeks. For
now, the season is slated to
kick-off on May 3 in Jerez,
and end in Valencia on
November 29. However,
with several regions of Spain
under quarantine, this isn’t
guaranteed either.
Series organisers have
maintained that they would
be willing to extend the
season to 2021 to ensure a
complete season.
FORM U L A E
Initially, Formula E cancelled
its races in Sanya and
Rome. But after taking into
consideration the challenges
that the pandemic poses to
event organisation in city
centres, the all-electric
racing series has since
decided to temporarily
suspend the entire 2019/20
season for two months. This
means the races in Paris,
Seoul and Jakarta have also
been postponed.
For now, the season is set
to resume in Germany, with
the Berlin E-Prix on June 21.
WEC
The World Endurance
Championship has also been
forced to cancel the Sebring
1000 Miles and the 6 Hours
of Spa-Francorchamps
races, leaving just one
more race for this season
– the iconic 24 Hours of Le
Mans. Series organiser, the
Automobile Club de l’Ouest
(ACO), will be monitoring the
current situation to see if it
continues to escalate before
taking a call on whether the
event – scheduled for mid-
June – is postponed.
WRC
The World Rally
Championship (WRC) came
under fire from six-time
champion Sébastian
Ogier. Despite winning the
shortened Rally Mexico,
Ogier was quoted saying
that the event should have
never gone ahead, given the
circumstances surrounding
the pandemic.
The series has since
announced the cancellation
of its fifth round in
Argentina. With the rally in
Chile also called off due to
political and social unrest
in the country, it looks like
the WRC will now go on a
two-month-long hiatus
before the racing resumes in
Portugal in late May.
NATIONAL
The Indian motorsport
calendar usually kicks-off
around June-July, so it
has largely escaped major
disruptions. However, the
2020 South India Rally has
been postponed to June
19-21, after taking into
account the rising number
of coronavirus cases in
India. The rally will double
as the inaugural round of
the 2020 Indian National
Rally Championship (INRC)
and the Asia-Pacific Rally
Championship (APRC).

TVS makes ARRC debut
Malahuan’s prior experience in the series paid dividends for TVS.
TVS RACING IS expanding
its motorsport activities
and will be participating in
the full season of the
2020 Asia Road Racing
Championship (ARRC).
Spearheading the team’s
ARRC campaign is eight-time
Indian National Motorcycle
Racing Championship
(INMRC) winner Jagan Kumar.
He’s joined by another Indian
rider, KY Ahamed, who has
also enjoyed an impressive
record in the INMRC, and Thai
racer Vorapong Malahuan.
The team enjoyed a fairly
competitive debut outing at
the season’s opening round
in Malaysia. Malahuan’s prior
experience in the series paid
dividends and he bagged two
top 10 finishes for the team,
Lorenzo to make racing
return at Catalan GP
JUST MONTHS AFTER
announcing his retirement
from MotoGP, Jorge Lorenzo
has confirmed that he will
make his racing return at the
Catalan GP with the Monster
Energy Yamaha MotoGP
team as a wild card entry.
Lorenzo’s retirement
announcement came on the
back of what was a difficult
2019 season at Honda.
However, in early 2020
he’d decided to return to
Yamaha – the very team with
whom he had won his three
completing Race 1 in 6th
place and further improving
on that result to finish Race 2
in 5th place.
Kumar bagged 12th
and 11th place finishes in
the two races, while KY
Ahamed secured 15th- and
12th-place results.
Reflecting on the team’s
performance at Round
1, TVS Racing’s team
manager B Selvaraj said,
“The Asia Production 250
(AP-250) category is the
most competitive class in
ARRC. While we faced a lot
of challenges in our debut
championship, we also gained
huge learnings, which will
further enhance and improve
our performance in the
upcoming rounds.”
MotoGP titles – as the team’s
official test rider. So far, he’s
completed two days of testing
astride the 2020 YZR-M1 at
the Sepang shakedown and
the official pre-season test
in February. After successful
runs, both parties decided
that Lorenzo would compete
in his home race in Barcelona
in early June.
“After some weeks
thinking about it, yesterday
I decided I will compete at
the Catalan GP. I’m really
looking forward to it and I’ll
see you all there,”
said Lorenzo in a brief
statement released on
his social media.
So far, no
announcements
have been made on
whether Lorenzo will
have any more wild
card outings with
Yamaha this season.
2 0 2 0 DA K A R R A L LY W I N N E R
RICKY BRABEC
You are the first American to
win the Dakar. Could you talk
us through the experience?
Being the first American
is nice. It’s something that
nobody can take away. So,
I’m really happy that I’m the
first American and also to
do it on a Honda and break
KTM’s winning streak.
It’s a really big race, some
people think I’m a legend or
something. But, I don’t see
myself as that, nor do I want
to place myself that high.
There’s always someone
out there who is training
harder than you and there’s
always more races to attend.
My career is not done and
there is always so much
to do. For now, we are
going to train and work our
butt off. Keep fighting and
get on the podium.
In 2019, you’d held the lead
going into the final stage,
only to retire due to engine
failure. Does something like
that knock your confidence
or does it just motivate you
to come back and prove a
point the next year?
After 2019, for sure my
confidence was in the drain.
It was a real bad situation. I
went home, kind of hid myself
for three months, didn’t talk
to anybody. It was really hard
NEWS
to get back to training and motorsport here?
get back to life. But, in 2020, Motorsport is hard. Where
after we won, I’m really I live, there’s the desert
happy with the machine and around California which
the team. Yeah, we were in is like the Mecca of all of it
a bad spot last year, but we (motorsport). I think bringing
picked ourselves back up and the Honda Africa Twin
we made it happen this year. here is a good start. Maybe
Another big change at the
Dakar this year was that the
opening a Motocross track,
somewhere in the outskirts,
where people won’t complain
road books were handed at
the beginning of the stage.
How challenging was that?
about it. So, you open a
Motocross track, invite
some people to demonstrate
For me it wasn’t challenging how to ride. You could also
at all because that’s conduct a local Enduro
exactly how I train. So, I race. All I know is that it is
told the organisation that really hard and it takes more
in 2021 we need to have than five people to do this.
it like this because it is It takes a small village, for
more fair. Nobody knows example, to make it happen.
what someone else does So, if a small community can
otherwise. get together and make it
So, next year, let’s see happen, I think a lot of people
what they are going to do, will enjoy it, for sure.
but I’d really prefer the
road book be handed at the
beginning of the stage each
morning. Not only is that fair
for everyone but we also get
more rest time at the end of
the day, so that’s really nice.
Lastly, motorsport is
definitely a niche in
India. What steps do
you think can
be taken to get
PHOTOS LAT
people more
involved in
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INDIA’S NEXT F1 HOPE
Jehan Daruvala is gearing up for what could be the most crucial year of his career. Set to
make his F2 debut, and now with Red Bull backing him, the young Indian is just one step
away from realising his F1 dream. Abhishek Takle speaks to him about his expectations.
You would have been preparing
for your debut in Bahrain right
now. Instead, the postponement
of the season due to the
coronavirus pandemic brought
you back to Mumbai. Is it tough
when you’re really looking
forward to going racing again?
It is difficult to take because we
prepare for three to four months,
all the stuff that goes on behind
the scenes. But this is a situation
which is out of our control. There’s
not much anyone can really do
than just hope it all settles down
quite soon and we can all live our
normal lives again.
Your season could start as late
as Azerbaijan in June. Does the
potential of losing four rounds
from the calendar and the
prospect of much less track time
ramp-up the pressure on you in
your debut year? Would you have
to adapt your approach?
My approach won’t really change.
I just think that us rookies, we
tested in Bahrain, so going to
Bahrain for the first race would be
quite a good thing for us. But it’s
the same for pretty much everyone.
Also we did only eight rounds
(in F3) last year. So if we end up
doing eight this year it’s not too
big a deal. It’s still good enough to
round off a championship. But six
or less rounds is, in my opinion,
too few to really see the outright
winner. If you have one bad
weekend in six weekends then you
would be out of the championship.
This is an exciting season for
you with the step up to F2 and
of course the Red Bull
partnership. How did the
Red Bull deal come together?
PICTURES LAT
We came in touch through a
mutual contact. Dr. Helmut Marko
kept an eye on people who were
doing well in F3 and F2. We had
our first meeting in Sochi. We
decided that we would take things
forward. After that I had my knee
injury, so until I was actually
confident that I could get back
to racing, we didn’t really make
anything official. Once I knew I
was physically fit and clear enough
to drive, we took the next step and
made it official.
Red Bull has a great track record
of nurturing young talent.
Was that the deciding factor in
signing up with them? Or was
it also the fact that the Red Bull
programme gives you a more
level playing field compared to

If I deliver and things go well then I have the
opportunity to go to Formula One.

Daruvala is now part of the Red Bull Junior Programme
that nurtured Sebastian Vettel and Daniel Ricciardo.
JEHAN DARUVALA INTERVIEW
somewhere like Ferrari, where
they’ve effectively got their
chosen one in Mick Schumacher?
It’s quite hard to say. If you look
realistically in Formula One, the
only way to get there is probably
through Red Bull because Ferrari
own a lot of the seats, and it’s the
same with Mercedes. So if you
want to get there, you have to
get there through a junior team
which is either Red Bull, Ferrari,
Mercedes or Renault. It was a
no brainer for me to take the
opportunity. I know that if I deliver
and things go well then I have the
opportunity to go to Formula One.
And you’re ready for it. You’ve
spent quite a few seasons in
single-seaters. I imagine getting
into a Formula One car should be
no problem at all.
Yeah, I think I should be fine.
Can you elaborate on the scope
of the Red Bull deal?
I can’t really disclose any contract
details. There’s a performance
clause but it’s not guaranteed that
I’ll make it to Formula One. I just
have to do as well as I can, get
good results and they’ll decide at
the end of the year what my future
holds with them.
How does the Red Bull deal differ
from the Force India backing?
That was less involved. I was doing
things more independently with
just their brand and logo behind
me but here with Red Bull, it’s fully
involved – going to the simulator
with them, developing myself as a
driver, learning stuff at the factory.
That’ll be a big step for me and it
will also help me in the season in F2.
What targets have Red Bull set
you for your first F2 season?
The target for me, and for them, is
to finish in the top three.
You fought for the title last
season in F3. I’m sure you
always believed you could do
it but does proof that you can
actually mix it at the top give
you added confidence going
into this season?
It does give me added confidence.
I had two highly-rated teammates
last year and I was on par with
them the whole year. In fact, my
qualifying stats were even better
than the two of them. I’m quite
confident about my speed. Things
just need to come together like they
did last year and I’m confident that
it should go well. AI
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NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

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PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
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TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
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DB11 DB11
DB11 Long, low and luxurious as it is, the DB11 is FOR Styling, sumptuous cabin, V12. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4739/1940/1279mm Wheelbase 2805mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
not just another GT from Aston Martin; it marks a AGAINST Unusable rear seats, price. Tyre size 255/40 R20(F), 295/35 R20(R) Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
revolution for the specialist carmaker. Just about VERDICT The DB11 is a huge leap Trunk volume NA Ground clearance NA
everything on it – including the turbocharged V12 – is forward for Aston in terms of Kerb weight 1770kg Fuel tank 78 litres
new and, on the whole, it feels sensational. Wish we technology and engineering. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
had the roads to enjoy one. Headroom NA Width NA
DB11 427.00** NA NA NA NA 5204/V12 608/700 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 7 3 3 7 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
Rapide S Rapide S
RAPIDE S A soulful V12, four doors and four seats. It’s FOR The V12’s soulfulness, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5020/2140/1350mm Wheelbase 2989mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
been around for a while but the shape remains distinctive tight handling. Tyre size 245/40 R20(F), 295/35 R20(R) Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
enough to set it apart. It’s quite special to drive on the AGAINST Cramped rear seats. Trunk volume NA Ground clearance NA
right roads too. That said, it isn’t as complete a four-door VERDICT It’s different. Kerb weight 1990kg Fuel tank 90.5 litres
sports sedan like a Porsche Panamera — the rear seats are SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
pretty cramped. Headroom NA Width NA
Rapide S 350.00** 435.00** NA NA NA 5935/V12 477/600 6/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
Vantage Vantage
VANTAGE That the new Vantage is gorgeous to look at FOR Engaging handling, exciting engine. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4465/1942/1273mm Wheelbase 2704mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
is incidental. What it is, is a rather serious two-seater AGAINST Expensive. Tyre size 255/40/20, 295/35/20 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
that makes light work of the busviness of going fast. VERDICT Exclusive, exciting, expensive. Trunk volume NA Ground clearance NA
Firepower comes from a AMG-soucred 4.0-litre twin-turbo Kerb weight NAFuel tank 73 litres
V8 with power solely channeled to the rear. And it’s SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
rather nice on the inside too. Headroom NA Width NA
Vantage 295.00** 295.00** 295.00** 295.00** 295.00** 3998/V8 510/685 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
AUDI AUDI
A3 A3
A3 The A3 is smart-looking and rather nice to FOR Ride comfort, high-quality DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4423/1793/1409mm Wheelbase 2595mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
drive. The diesel engine is strong, the new 1.4- cabin. Tyre size 205/55 R16 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
litre petrol motor is more than adequate, and AGAINST Mediocre rear space, mirrors Trunk volume 425 litres Ground clearance NA 35TFSI NA/NA/19.20
ride and handling are good too. It’s not roomy offer limited view. Kerb weight 1415-1490kg 35TDI 12.3/17.5/20.38
in the back but for a driver-owner the A3 is an VERDICT A proper scaled-down Fuel tank 50 litres Warranty NA
excellent introduction to Audi. The convertible is Audi sedan. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
pricey but rather nice. Headroom NA Width NA
35TFSI Premium Plus 35.99 36.54 34.45 36.53 37.60 1395/4 150/250 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/M F/R 7 3/3 El/3 3 7 7 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 7 3
35TFSI Technology 38.33 38.92 36.68 38.92 40.13 1395/4 150/250 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 7 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 7 3 7 3
35TFSI Cabriolet 56.73 66.51 58.29 62.07 65.19 1395/4 150/250 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El F/R 7 7/3 El/3 3 7 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 7 3 6 3
A4 A4
A4 For luxury sedan buyers who value comfort and FOR Cabin quality, overall refinement. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4726/1842/1427mm Wheelbase 2820mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
quality more than thrills and handling prowess, AGAINST No diesel option, rear Tyre size 225/50 R17 Turning circle dia 11.4m Indian Driving Cycle*
the A4’s well-finished cabin has ample rear seat seat access could have Trunk volume 480litres Ground clearance NA 35TFSI NA/NA/17.84
space and comes with a lot of kit. The 1.4 petrol been better. Kerb weight 1450kg Fuel tank 54 litres
lacks zing but average buyers won’t have reason VERDICT A luxury sedan that ticks the Warranty NA
to complain. Do note, the A4 diesel has gone from right boxes. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
the range. Headroom NA Width NA
35TFSI Premium Plus 51.40 52.00 49.14 52.36 53.11 1395/4 150/250 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 37 7 3 3 8 3
35TFSI Technology 55.55 56.22 53.10 56.59 57.63 1395/4 150/250 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 37 3 3 3 8 3
A5 A5
A5 The A5s are for individualists. The Sportbacks seduce FOR Style, cabin quality, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4723-4733/1843-1861/1360-1386mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
with style, though rear headroom is limited as a result - performance (S5). Wheelbase 2766-2824mm Tyre size 245/40 R18 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
that’s the price to pay for style. The S5 delivers on that AGAINST Uninvolving steering (A5s), Trunk volume 465-480 litres Ground clearance NA
promise of driving pleasure, while the RS5 is devastatingly limited rear headroom (Sportback). Kerb weight 1655-1875kg Fuel tank 54-58 litres Warranty NA
quick yet comfortable. VERDICT For those who find the A4 SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
too regular. Headroom NA Width NA
S5 Sportback 85.53 94.26 83.25 89.33 93.04 2995/V6 354/400 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 33 3 3 3 8 3 El/3 3 3
RS5 Sportback 110.00** 140.47 128.69 136.54 141.97 2894/V6 450/600 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 33 3 3 3 8 3 El/3 3 3
A6 A6
A6 You see the latest and best of Audi in the new FOR Refinement, ride quality. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4939/1886/1457mm Wheelbase 2924mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
A6. It’s big on tech and pampers occupants, even if AGAINST No diesel, V6 or AWD option. Tyre size 225/55 R18 Turning circle dia 11.9m Trunk volume 560 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
it’s not the roomiest car in its class. Ride quality is a VERDICT Tech-laden sedan that should be Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 1780kg 45TFSI NA/NA/14.11
highlight, and that’s without air suspension that the on your radar. Fuel tank 73 litres Warranty NA
last-gen car got. It may not be a riveting drive, but SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA
the A6 is easy to steer and has poise at high speeds. Headroom NA Width NA
45TFSI Premium Plus 65.81 66.72 62.95 67.14 69.71 1984/4 245/370 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 8 3
45TFSI Technology 71.64 73.86 68.52 73.11 75.93 1984/4 245/370 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 8 3
A8 L A8 L
A8 L The A8 L is the latest and best of Audi tech. FOR Rear seat experience, ride quality. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5302/1945/1485mm Wheelbase 3128mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
It’s near impossible to fault the back-seat comfort AGAINST Rivals are priced more Tyre size 255/45 R19 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
of the A8 L and the driving experience will come competitively. Trunk volume 505 litres Ground clearance NA Kerb weight NA
as a pleasant surprise. The sole 340hp mild-hybrid VERDICT A very compelling Fuel tank 82 litres Warranty NA
powertrain on offer does exactly what it needs to luxury limo. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
in almost any situation. Headroom NA Width NA

55TFSI 170.00 182.00 172.00 188.00 195.53 2995/V6 340/500 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
 = Standard,  = Not available,  = Optional, M = Manual, A = Automatic, F = Front, R = Rear, In = Internal, Ex = External, El = Electric, Re = Remote , NA = Not Available, T = Turbocharged, H = Horizontally-opposed, S = Supercharged. **Ex-showroom prices.

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STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

FOG LAMPS
KOLKATA

CHENNAI
MUMBAI
DELHI

ABS
ESP
AC
C U A B T N

Q3 Q3
Q3 Audi has done well to keep its baby SUV fresh even FOR Smooth engines, equipment, SUV-like DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4388/1831/1608mm Wheelbase 2603mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
years after its arrival. It is attractive, the cabin is well driving position. Tyre size 235/55 R17 Turning circle dia 11.8m Trunk volume 460 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
put together and it getvs all the luxury essentials as AGAINST Top versions are expensive, Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 1565-1630kg
standard. While the 1.4 petrol offers good performance overly light steering. Fuel tank 64 litres Warranty NA
a diesel engine option is missing, for now. VERDICT Smart and competent small SUV SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 59/80cm
that delivers the Audi experience. Headroom 95cm Width 134cm
30TFSI Premium 42.98 43.43 39.66 46.28 43.96 1395/4 150/250 6/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 3 6 3 R 7 3/3 El/3 3 7
Q5 Q5
Q5 The second-gen Q5 is everything the original was, FOR Performance, refinement, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4663/1893/1659mm Wheelbase 2819mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
only better. The cabin looks a bit familiar but there’s ride quality. Tyre size 235/60 R18 Turning circle dia11.6m Trunk volume 550 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
no questioning the quality of it. A cushy ride and AGAINST Cabin looks a bit plain. Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 1990kg
excellent refinement add to the feeling of being in VERDICT It feels like a shrunken Q7. Fuel tank 70 litres Warranty NA
something plush and expensive. The 2.0 petrol is SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
seriously quick. A diesel version is on the cards. Headroom NA Width NA

45TFSI Premium Plus 61.09 62.20 62.66 62.26 64.30 1984/4 252/370 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 8 3 3 3
45TFSI Technology 68.09 69.07 67.69 69.43 71.87 1984/4 252/370 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 8 3 3 3
Q7 Q7
Q7 The new Q7 feels like it’s made a two generation leap FOR Attention to detail, refinement, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5052/1968/1740mm Wheelbase 2994mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
over its predecessor. The superbly executed cabin and performance. Tyre size 255/60 R18, 255/55 R19 Turning circle dia 12.4m Indian Driving Cycle*
high levelof refinement are just a few of the things that AGAINST Spare wheel limits use of Trunk volume 295-1955 litres Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 2330kg 45TDI 8.3/12.5/NA
make it the benchmark among premium luxury SUVs. third row. Fuel tank 75 litres Warranty NA
New petrol is nice but the diesel’s the one to go for. VERDICT Cutting-edge SUV that’s a SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 52/58cm
The spare wheel in the cabin is a big irritant. fitting successor to the original Q7. Headroom 90cm Width 144cm
40TFSI Premium Plus 81.54 83.25 83.18 89.18 94.51 1984/4 252/370 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 3 8 3
40TFSI Technology 89.52 93.12 91.27 98.73 103.70 1984/4 252/370 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 8 3
Q8 Q8
Q8 There’s no question Audi’s new flagship SUV FOR Stunning looks, cabin is plush, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4986/1995/1705mm Wheelbase 2995mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
is a stunner. It’s got an incredibly well-executed tech-laden and spacious. Tyre size 275/50 R20 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
interior, loads of space and it’s well-kitted before AGAINST Expensive even before Trunk volume 605 litres Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 2115kg
options start. Ride quality is another highlight. options. Fuel tank 85 litres Warranty NA
Performance from the 340hp mild-hybrid V6 petrol VERDICT The ride of choice for those SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
mill is good but perhaps some zing is missing. who want to stand out. Headroom NA Width NA

55TFSI 153.48 161.00 159.69 159.75 169.98 2995/V6 340/500 8/A P/E — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
BENTLEY BENTLEY
Bentayga Bentayga
BENTAYGA A proper Bentley and a proper SUV, it feels FOR Performance, luxury, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5140/1998/1742mm Wheelbase 2995mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
bespoke and sumptuous, and gets massively powerful ride quality. Tyre size 285/40 R22 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
engines (the W12 is almost overkill). There’s no doubt AGAINST Design may divide opinion, Trunk volume 431-1774 litres Ground clearance NA
about its off-road abilities either. The well-rounded exorbitant options. Kerb weight 2440kg Fuel tank 85 litres
SUV costs the earth but you’ll still have to get in VERDICT Everything you’d expect an SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
line for one. SUV from Bentley to be. Headroom NA Width NA
Bentayga W12 402.32** 402.32** NA NA NA 5950/W12 608/900 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
Bentayga V8 378.00** 378.00** 378.00** 378.00** 378.00** 3996/V8 550/770 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
Bentayga Diesel 416.00 424.00 416.00 416.00 416.00 3956/V8 435/900 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
Continental GT Continental GT
CONTINENTAL GT Simply put, the Conti is one of the FOR Glorious engine, opulent cabin DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4850/1954/1405mm Wheelbase 2851mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
finest GTs you can buy. And the gorgeous design and AGAINST Price, limited rear seat space Tyre size 265/40 ZR21, 305/35 ZR21 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
opulent cabin are just part of the equation. Because with VERDICT One of the finest GTs around. Trunk volume NA Ground clearance NA
a mighty W12 engine up front and clever air suspension Kerb weight 2244kg/2276kg/2411kg Fuel tank NA
and active anti-roll bars, the latest GT has become SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
somewhat of a driver’s car too. Headroom NA Width NA
GT W12 360.00** 360.00** 360.00** 360.00** 360.00** 5950/W12 635/900 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
GT V8 NA NA NA NA NA 3996/V8 550/770 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
GT V8 Convertible NA NA NA NA NA 3996/V8 550/770 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
Mulsanne Mulsanne
MULSANNE Even more exclusive than a Flying Spur, FOR Beautiful cabin, driver thrills. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5575/1926/1521mm Wheelbase 3266mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
the Mulsanne embodies everything Bentley stands for. It’s AGAINST Ride could be more Tyre size 265/45 ZR20 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
sportier than a comparable Rolls-Royce but a bit too driver- cosseting, price. Trunk volume NA Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 2585kg
focused for its chauffeur-driven clientele and doesn’t have the VERDICT When a Rolls is too Fuel tank 96 litres Warranty NA
pillowy ride you expect. No complaints about the brilliant old-school for you. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
cabin though. Headroom NA Width NA
Mulsanne 553.53** 553.53** NA NA NA 6752/V8 512/1020 8/A P 5.3 296 — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
Mulsanne Speed NA 690.00** NA NA NA 6752/V8 537/1100 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
BMW BMW
2 Series 2 Series
M2 Relatively small, light, powerful and rear-wheel drive, the FOR Quick, engaging handling. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4461/1854/1410mm Wheelbase 2693mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
M2 Competition is the BMW model that is arguably truest to AGAINST No manual option. Tyre size 245/35 R19, 265/35 R19 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
the M cars of old. Sure, India only gets the auto transmission VERDICT Arguably, the best of Trunk volume NA Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 1650kg
version but even so the M2 is the sort of car that can light up the M cars. Fuel tank 52 litres Warranty NA
seemingly ordinary drives. It’s not cheap for its size but then SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
again few cars give you the same thrills for this much money. Headroom NA Width NA
M2 Competition 95.78 103.00 93.15 101.00 104.90 2979/6 410/550 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
*In kick-down mode for automatics. Note: Performance and fuel economy figures are constantly updated and hence may differ from figures in earlier road tests. *Indian Driving Cycle figures are as per ARAI standards. *** Ex-Maharashtra prices.

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STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

FOG LAMPS
KOLKATA

CHENNAI
MUMBAI
DELHI

ABS
ESP
AC
C U A B T N

3 Series 3 Series
3 SERIES The all-new 3 Series may not seem much of FOR Strong engines, exciting handling, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4633-4671/1811-2031/1429-1424mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
an improvement over the previous model in terms of space, spacious cabin. Wheelbase 2810-2830mm Tyre size 225/55 R16, 225/35 R20, 225/45 R18 Indian Driving Cycle*
but it is more practical. It still doesn’t have the wow factor of a AGAINST Cabin doesn’t feel as special Turning circle dia 11.3m Trunk volume 480 litres 320d NA/NA/22.69
Merc C-class. The new petrol engine and older diesel engine still as its rivals. Ground clearance 120-157mm Kerb weight 1420-1630kg 330i NA/NA/16.05
make it the fun-to-drive pick here.Unique 3GT adds space to the VERDICT Still in the limelight for Fuel tank 57 litres Warranty NA 320d GT NA/NA/21.76
package while the utterly desirable M4 adds spice to the line-up. the way it drives. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA 330i GT NA/NA/15.34
330i M Sport 56.65 58.87 54.33 57.95 61.08 1998/4 252/350 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
320d Sport 49.65 51.91 46.43 50.16 52.90 1995/4 190/400 8/A D 7.58 — 4.60 5.92 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 8 3
320d Luxury Line 56.01 58.66 52.55 57.64 59.83 1995/4 190/400 8/A D 7.58 — 4.60 5.92 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
320d GT Sport Line 56.94 58.81 53.44 56.60 60.84 1995/4 190/400 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
320d GT Luxury Line 60.41 62.75 56.77 59.80 64.62 1995/4 190/400 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
330i GT M Sport 59.14 61.71 56.77 60.77 64.62 1998/4 252/350 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
5 Series 5 Series
5 SERIES The latest 5 Series puts the focus back on driving FOR Tech, comfort and dynamic balance. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4936/1868/1479mm Wheelbase 2975mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
pleavsure. The 2.0 petrol offers strong performance, the 2.0 diesel AGAINST Safe styling, slightly upright Tyre size 245/45 R18, 275/40 ZR19, 285/40 ZR19 Turning circle dia 11.2m Indian Driving Cycle*
is good while the 3.0 is great. BMW has also packed the car with rear seat. Trunk volume 520 litres Ground clearance 158mm Kerb weight 1930kg
gvizmos such as gesture control and remote parking. Overall VERDICT Exciting and tech-laden Fuel tank 70 litres Warranty NA
comfort is impressive. Latest 600hp M5 is a bonafide super sedan. new 5 is a return to form for BMW. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
530i Sport Line 64.19 67.03 62.00 63.96 69.69 1998/4 250/350 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 6 3
530i M Sport 70.77 73.53 68.12 72.53 76.56 1998/4 250/350 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 6 3
520d Luxury Line 70.44 74.78 66.34 71.92 75.45 1995/4 190/400 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 6 3
530d M Sport 79.79 83.80 74.69 81.00 84.90 2993/6 258/560 8/A D 5.7 250 — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 6 3
M5 Competition 176.75 183.00 172.70 186.00 195.89 4395/V8 625/750 8/A P — 250 — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 6 3
6 Series 6 Series
6 SERIES Like the 5 Series but would have liked more space? The FOR Roomy cabin, ride and DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5091/1902/1540mm Wheelbase 3000mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
6 Series GT could just be the car for you, then. It’s roomy and handling balance. Tyre size 245/50 R18 Turning circle dia NA Trunk volume 610-1800 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
luxurious on the one hand, and rather nice to drive on the other, AGAINST Misses some features. Ground clearance 138mm Kerb weight 1910kg
though not quite as sharp as the 5 Series sedan. The 2.0 petrol is VERDICT Good to drive, better to be Fuel tank NA Warranty NA
very likeable but the 6 feels more athletic with the diesel engine. driven in. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
GT 630i Luxury Line 75.34 78.30 72.57 69.84 81.55 1998/4 258/400 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 6 3
GT 620d Luxury Line 77.54 80.23 73.13 77.12 82.18 1995/4 190/400 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 6 3
GT 630d Luxury Line 82.29 84.95 77.15 79.40 87.55 2993/6 258/560 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 6 3
GT 630d M Sport 88.82 92.86 83.25 87.99 94.60 2993/6 258/560 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 6 3
7 Series 7 Series
7 SERIES Cutting edge in every sense, loaded with gadgets and FOR Performance, technology and DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5212-5238/1902/1479mm Wheelbase 3210mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
with an even greater focus on luxury than ever before, the gizmos, interior quality. Tyre size 245/40 R20(F) 275/35(R) R20 Turning circle dia 12.7m Indian Driving Cycle*
new 7 Series is a model you can’t ignore. It’s just down on the AGAINST Dash is similar to lesser Trunk volume 500 litres Kerb weight 1980-1990kg 730Ld 8.2/11.5/16.77
S-class in terms of overall comfort, but with its strong engines BMWs. Fuel tank 82 litres Warranty 3 years/unlimited mileage 740Li NA/NA/12.5
and rewarding handling, it’s the sportiest of the luxury limos. VERDICT Feature-rich luxury sedan SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 84/113cm M760Li NA/NA/7.8
The M760Li is arguably the fastest way to get to office. sets a benchmark for technology. Headroom 92cm Width 144cm
730Ld DPE 145.44 149.75 137.10 147.49 155.57 2993/6 265/620 8/A D 6.21 — 4.08 4.60 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
730Ld DPE Signature 156.06 164.30 147.22 158.40 167.04 2993/6 265/620 8/A D 6.21 — 4.08 4.60 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
730Ld M Sport 159.68 164.15 150.67 162.11 170.94 2993/6 265/620 8/A D 6.21 — 4.08 4.60 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
740Li DPE Signature 157.11 165.87 152.79 162.11 171.81 2998/6 340/450 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
745Le xDrive 189.95 194.09 185.05 198.55 208.61 2998/6 394/600 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
M760Li xDrive 277.66 275.06 271.83 291.44 305.39 6592/12 609/850 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
X1 X1
X1 BMW’s smallest SUV now gets mild styling tweaks and BS6 FOR Nice to drive, spacious cabin. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4447/1821/1598mm Wheelbase 2670mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
engines. Both petrol and diesel units are refined but the latter AGAINST No AWD option, some average Tyre size 225/55 R17, 225/50 R18 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
has lost some mid-range punch. AWD has also been given a miss. plastics. Trunk volume NA Ground clearance 155mm Kerb weight 1550kg sDrive 20i NA/NA/16.3
As before, the X1 scores well on space and is well-equipped in VERDICT Small luxury SUV that’s nice to Fuel tank 51 litres Warranty NA sDrive 20d NA/NA/20.68
top-spec form. Ride and handling are good by class standards. drive and be driven in. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
sDrive20i SportX 35.90** 43.97 35.90** 35.90** 35.90** 1998/4 192/280 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
sDrive20i xLine 38.70** 47.30 38.70** 38.70** 38.70** 1998/4 192/280 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
sDrive20d xLine 39.90** 49.53 39.90** 39.90** 39.90** 1995/4 190/400 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
sDrive20d M Sport 42.90** 53.14 42.90** 42.90** 42.90** 1995/4 190/400 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
X3 X3
X3 The latest X3 feels even more like an X5 junior. It’s FOR Premium cabin, handling, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4708/1891/1676mm Wheelbase 2864mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
better to drive and more refined. Better cabin quality refinement. AGAINST Rear seating Tyre size 225/60 R18 Turning circle dia 11.9m Trunk volume 550 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
and ride comfort have upped the luxury quotient. position could be better. Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 1880kg Fuel tank 60 litres xDrive20d NA/NA/NA
You can’t go wrong with either engine option. It main VERDICT The mid-size luxury SUV for Warranty 2 years/unlimited mileage SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom
drawback is the rear seat isn’t the best. keen drivers. min/max 67/90cm Headroom 94cm Width 142cm
xDrive20d xLine 66.64 69.26 62.67 55.17 71.29 1995/4 190/400 8/A D 9.64 — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 7 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
xDrive20d Luxury Line 70.46 74.81 66.34 68.06 74.56 1995/4 190/400 8/A D 9.64 — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 7 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
xDrive30i Luxury Line 70.34 73.09 67.68 68.43 76.06 1998/4 252/350 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
X4 X4
X4 Essentially an X3 with coupe-like styling, the X4 shares FOR Performance (30d), cabin quality. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4752/1918/1621mm Wheelbase 2864mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
plenty with its sibling. While it has road presence, the X4’s AGAINST Average rear-seat comfort, Tyre size 245/50 R19 Turning circle dia 12m Indian Driving Cycle*
interiors are great, if a bit too familiar. There’s three engines on un-BMW steering. Trunk volume 525 litres Ground clearance 204mm 20d NA/NA/16.78
offer -- the 20d provides decent performance, the 30i betters VERDICT A stylish, but less practical Kerb weight 1720-1820kg Fuel tank 60 litres Warranty NA 30i NA/NA/11.13
that while the 30d will shock with the way it accelerates. alternative to the X3. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA 30d NA/NA/14.71
xDrive20d M Sport X 71.47 76.61 67.79 75.76 77.09 1995/4 190/400 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
xDrive30i M Sport X 73.24 79.85 71.01 79.27 80.74 1998/4 252/350 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
 = Standard,  = Not available,  = Optional, M = Manual, A = Automatic, F = Front, R = Rear, In = Internal, Ex = External, El = Electric, Re = Remote , NA = Not Available, T = Turbocharged, H = Horizontally-opposed, S = Supercharged. **Ex-showroom prices.

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NEW CARS A-Z
MODEL DETAILS PRICES IN LAKHS (ON-ROAD) ENGINE & TRANSMISSION PERFORMANCE FEATURES INFOTAINMENT SAFETY

STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

FOG LAMPS
KOLKATA

CHENNAI
MUMBAI
DELHI

ABS
ESP
AC
C U A B T N

xDrive30d M Sport X 78.26 80.77 73.68 82.17 83.77 2993/6 265/620 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
X5 X5
X5 Despite an increase in size, the new-gen X5 FOR Performance, handling, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4992/2004/1745mm Wheelbase 2975mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
doesn’t come with a seven-seat option for India. plush interiors. Tyre size 275/45 R20, 305/40 R20 Turning circle dia 12.6m Indian Driving Cycle*
Still, it definitely puts the sport in SUV. Both, the AGAINST No third-row seat, price. Trunk volume 650-1870 litres Ground clearance 214mm
3.0-litre petrol and diesel engine options offer VERDICT Now puts the ‘Sport’ in SUV Kerb weight 2060-2110kg Fuel tank 83 litres
excellent performance and the ride/handling setup better than ever before. Warranty 2 years/unlimited km
is the best in its segment, bar none. It does cost a SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
bit more than its rivals. Headroom NA Width NA
xDrive30d Sport 87.39 92.24 81.92 87.91 93.09 2993/6 265/620 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
xDrive30d xLine 98.60 101.31 92.60 99.55 105.18 2993/6 265/620 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
xDrive40i M Sport 97.40 101.39 94.27 98.80 106.15 2998/6 340/450 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
X7 X7
X7 BMW’s new flagship SUV is quite a bit larger than the X5 FOR Opulent cabin, feature-packed. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5151/2000/1805mm Wheelbase 3105mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
and more luxurious in nearly every way. It’s BMW India’s first AGAINST Feels its size in town, Tyre size 285/45 R21 Turning circle dia13.0m Trunk volume 326-2120 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
seven-seater but access to the third row isn’t all that polarising styling. Ground clearance 221mm Kerb weight 2320-2370kg xDrive30d NA/NA/13.38
convenient and you do sit a touch low at the back. It gets VERDICT Everything you’d expect from Fuel tank 80-83 litres Warranty 2 years/unlimited km xDrive40i NA/NA/10.54
strong petrol and diesel engines that make little of lugging a BMW in an even larger package. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
the 2.3-tonne SUV around. Headroom NA Width NA
xDrive40i 122.89 128.09 119.30 119.32 134.24 2998/6 340/450 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 El/3
xDrive30d DPE Signature 121.49 124.97 114.40 119.32 128.74 2993/6 265/620 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 El/3
Z4 Z4
Z4 The all-new Z4 picks up from where the last one left FOR Enjoyable dynamics, surprisingly DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4324/1864/1304mm Wheelbase 2470mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
off and betters it on every metric. Unlike the previous-gen practical. Tyre size 225/50 R17, 255/45 R17 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
model, there’s an entry-level 197hp model and a range- AGAINST Feels heavy and twitchy Trunk volume 525 litres Ground clearance NA
topping340hp one too. Both are well equipped in terms of at speed. Kerb weight 1405-1535kg Fuel tank 52 litres Warranty NA
safety kit and creature comforts and are quite well priced VERDICT A good all-rounder. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
for what they offer. Headroom NA Width NA
sDrive20i M Sport 74.81 75.12 73.80 78.32 82.93 1998/4 197/320 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 6 3 El/3
M40i 92.49 91.20 89.93 95.10 101.28 2988/6 340/500 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 6 3 El/3
DATSUN DATSUN
Go GO
GO The Go comes across as a well-thought-out budget FOR Peppy engine, easy to drive. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3785/1635/1485mm Wheelbase 2450mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
hatchback. You get a spacious cabin, a big boot and AGAINST Plenty of cost cutting, Tyre size 155/70 R13 Turning circle dia 9.2m Trunk volume 265 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
what is arguably the peppiest engine in its segment. It sales and service network still small. Ground clearance 170mm Kerb weight 788kg 1.2 Petrol 12.8/17.9/20.63
is easy to drive and fuel economy is good as well. It is VERDICT Well priced, practical and easy Fuel tank 35 litres Warranty 2 years/unlimited km
affordable but does feel too pared down, lacking many to drive, but feels built to a cost. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 62/80cm
creature comforts. Headroom 88cm Width 125cm

D 4.35 3.93 3.82 4.62 4.64 1198/3 68/104 5/M P 14.54 155 16.56 22.05 - 7/7 3/7 3/7 7/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 Ex/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
A 5.39 4.74 4.55 5.70 5.76 1198/3 68/104 5/M P 14.54 155 16.56 22.05 - 7/7 3/7 3/7 7/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
A (O) 5.72 5.08 4.86 6.04 6.06 1198/3 68/104 5/M P 14.54 155 16.56 22.05 M 7/7 3/3 3/3 7/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 3 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
T 6.02 5.31 5.06 6.36 6.51 1198/3 68/104 5/M P 14.54 155 16.56 22.05 M 7/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 3 7/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3
T (O) 6.29 5.77 5.48 6.63 6.80 1198/3 68/104 5/M P 14.54 155 16.56 22.05 M 7/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 7/7 R 3 7/3 El/7 7 7 3 7 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3
T A/T 6.74 7.00 6.67 7.10 7.29 1198/3 77/104 CVT P — — — — M 7/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 3 7/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3
T (O) A/T 7.18 7.27 6.93 7.37 7.57 1198/3 77/104 CVT P — — — — M 7/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 7/7 R 3 7/3 El/7 7 7 3 7 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3
Go+ GO+
GO+ You could think of the Go+ as the estate version of FOR Peppy engine, easy to drive. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3995/1635/1490mm Wheelbase 2450mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
the regular Go. It’s slightly larger than the standard Go, AGAINST Third row for kids only, Tyre size 155/70 R13 Turning circle dia 9.2m Trunk volume 48/350 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
but importantly features a third row of seats. However, cheap interiors. Ground clearance 170mm Kerb weight 788kg Fuel tank 35 litres 1.2 Petrol 12.6/17.7/20.6
access to the last two seats and space are poor, making VERDICT Best at carrying five with Warranty 2 years/unlimited km
the Go+ a 5+2 seater at best. On other fronts, the Go+ their luggage at this price point. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 63/76cm
feels just like the Go. Headroom 94cm Width 125cm
D 4.50 4.55 4.38 5.05 5.08 1198/3 68/104 5/M P 13.96 161 16.63 21.33 - 7/7 3/7 3/7 7/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 Ex/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
A 5.48 5.35 5.11 6.05 6.17 1198/3 68/104 5/M P 13.96 161 16.63 21.33 - 7/7 3/7 3/7 7/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
A (O) 6.07 5.97 5.69 6.67 6.82 1198/3 68/104 5/M P 13.96 161 16.63 21.33 M 7/7 3/3 3/3 7/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 3 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
T 6.48 6.25 5.96 7.10 7.28 1198/3 68/104 5/M P 13.96 161 16.63 21.33 M 7/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 3 7/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3
T (O) 6.72 6.70 6.39 7.34 7.54 1198/3 68/104 5/M P 13.96 161 16.63 21.33 M 7/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 7/7 R 3 7/3 El/7 7 7 3 7 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3
T A/T 7.63 7.73 7.37 7.83 8.05 1198/3 77/104 CVT P — — — — M 7/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 3 7/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3
T (O) A/T 7.87 7.98 7.61 8.08 8.31 1198/3 77/104 CVT P — — — — M 7/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 7/7 R 3 7/3 El/7 7 7 3 7 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3
Redigo Redigo
REDIGO Funky design, light controls, good ground clearance FOR Unique design, price, airy cabin. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3429/1560/1541mm Wheelbase 2348mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
and competitive pricing, the Redigo has the ingredients AGAINST Engine, some obvious Tyre size 155/80 R13 Turning circle dia 9.4m Trunk volume 220 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
to interest buyers on a budget. There’s no getting around cost cutting. Ground clearance 185mm Kerb weight 645kg Fuel tank 28 litres 0.8 Petrol 15.79/19.97/25.17
the fact that it feels built to a price. The 0.8-litre version VERDICT A smart and spacious budget Warranty 2 years/unlimited km 1.0 petrol NA/NA/22.5kpl
is affordable but you’d be better off with the 1.0-litre. AMT hatchback but has its flaws. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 63/83cm
version is the pick of the range. Headroom 94cm Width 138cm
D 3.25 3.43 2.85 3.48 3.46 799/3 54/72 5/M P 18.92 — 17.67 28.22 — 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 Ex/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7
A 3.83 4.08 3.48 4.09 4.10 799/3 54/72 5/M P 18.92 — 17.67 28.22 M 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 Ex/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7
T 4.03 4.41 3.72 4.29 4.32 799/3 54/72 5/M P 18.92 — 17.67 28.22 M 7/7 7/7 7/7 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 Ex/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 3 7 7 7 7 7 7 7
T (O) 4.16 4.52 3.82 4.12 4.40 799/3 54/72 5/M P 18.92 — 17.67 28.22 M 7/7 7/7 7/7 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 Ex/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 7 7 7 7
S 4.14 4.71 3.99 4.41 4.43 799/3 54/72 5/M P 18.92 — 17.67 28.22 M 7/7 7/7 7/7 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 Ex/7 7 7  7 In 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 7 7 1 7
1.0L T (O) 4.60 4.93 3.57** 4.37 4.77 999/3 68/91 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 Ex/7 7 7  7 In 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 7 7 1 7
1.0L S 4.44 5.12 4.54 4.73 4.77 999/3 68/91 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 Ex/7 7 7  7 In 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 7 7 1 7
1.0L T (O) AMT 4.89 5.12 3.81** 5.13 5.11 999/3 68/91 5/A P — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 Ex/7 7 7  7 In 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 7 7 1 7
1.0L S AMT 4.96 5.24 4.90 5.26 5.32 999/3 68/91 5/A P — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 Ex/7 7 7  7 In 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 7 7 1 7
*In kick-down mode for automatics. Note: Performance and fuel economy figures are constantly updated and hence may differ from figures in earlier road tests. *Indian Driving Cycle figures are as per ARAI standards. *** Ex-Maharashtra prices.

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MODEL DETAILS PRICES IN LAKHS (ON-ROAD) ENGINE & TRANSMISSION PERFORMANCE FEATURES INFOTAINMENT SAFETY

STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

FOG LAMPS
KOLKATA

CHENNAI
MUMBAI
DELHI

ABS
ESP
AC
C U A B T N

FERRARI FERRARI
488 GTB 488 GTB
488 GTB The 488 GTB is the latest in a line of mid- FOR Manic performance, extremely DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4568/1952/1213mm Wheelbase 2650mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
engined V8 Ferraris. The big difference? This one is communicative steering. Tyre size 245/35 R20, 305/30 R20 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
turbocharged. However, Ferrari has worked its magic AGAINST Slightly less exciting than Trunk volume 230 litres Ground clearance NA
to get the engine to deliver massive thrills and it even the 458, price, exorbitant options. Kerb weight 1475kg Fuel tank 78 litres
sounds damn nice. Just be prepared to write a big VERDICT Turbo or not, Ferrari SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
cheque and wait a long time for delivery. has nailed it. Headroom NA Width NA
488 GTB 388.00** 405.00** NA NA NA 3902/V8 669/760 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 7 3 3 7 In 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 6 3
GTC4Lusso GTC4Lusso
GTC4LUSSO Like the FF it replaces, the GTC4Lusso FOR Performance, handling, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4922/1980/1383mm Wheelbase 2990mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
doesn’t conform to Ferrari’s supercar template. The practicality. Tyre size 245/35 ZR20, 295/35 ZR20 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
shooting brake design divides opinion but provides AGAINST Exorbitant, design not to Trunk volume 450-800 litres Ground clearance NA
practicality. The V12 engine is properly epic and offers all tastes. Kerb weight 1920kg Fuel tank 91 litres
more performance than you could want. The twin-turbo VERDICT The fastest way to transport SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
V8 is the ‘fuel-efficient’ alternative. four adults. Headroom NA Width NA
GTC4Lusso 520.00** NA NA NA NA 6262/V12 690/697 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 3 7 In 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
GTC4Lusso T 420.00** NA NA NA NA 3855/V8 610/760 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 3 7 In 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
812 Superfast 812 Superfast
812 SUPERFAST The 812 Superfast is the latest in a long line of FOR Riveting soundtrack, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4657/1971/1267mm Wheelbase 2720mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
V12-powered Ferrari GTs. Bless its soul for the naturally aspirated brilliant performance. Tyre size 275/35 ZR20 (F), 315/35 ZR20 (R) Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
V12 revving to 8500rpm, making 800hp that goes solely to the AGAINST Wildly expensive, inert steering. Trunk volume NA Ground clearance NA
rear wheels. The 812’s brilliant electronics package makes the VERDICT 100 percent supercar and 100 Kerb weight 1630kg Fuel tank 92 litres
power manageable but where are the roads to really enjoy one? percent GT in one package. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
812 Superfast 520.00** 520.00** 520.00** 520.00** 520.00** 6496/V12 800/718 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 3 3 7 In 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 3 6 3 El/3 7
Portofino Portofino
PORTOFINO The price makes it the ‘entry level’ Ferrari FOR Blisteringly quick, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4586/1938/1318mm Wheelbase 2670mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
but there’s just nothing entry level about its specs or all-weather flexibility. Tyre size 245/35 ZR20, 285/35 ZR20 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
performance. It’s quick as a Ferrari should be yet is happy AGAINST Price, steering a bit Trunk volume 292 litres Ground clearance NA
to play boulevard cruiser when called for. Simply put, it lacking in feel. Kerb weight 1664kg Fuel tank 80 litres
outdoes the old California on every front; even its folding VERDICT The everyday Ferrari. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
hard top takes less time to open/close. Headroom NA Width NA

Portofino 350.00** 350.00** 350.00** 350.00** 350.00** 3855/V8 600/760 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 7 3 3 7 In 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 3 6 3
FORCE MOTORS FORCE MOTORS
Gurkha Gurkha
GURKHA The overhauled Gurkha gets a new chassis, gearbox, FOR Off-road ability, rugged appeal, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3992-4342/1790/2055mm Wheelbase 2400-2750mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
suspension and cosmetic updates. The Xtreme variant is the proper proven engine. AGAINST Low on Tyre size 245/70 R16 Turning circle dia 11.3-12.5m Indian Driving Cycle*
off-roader, the Xplorer is slightly less so, but both get four-wheel equipment, small dealer network, Trunk volume NA Ground clearance NA Kerb weight NA
drive, a low range and locking differentials. The Xpedition is for expensive. VERDICT A very capable and Fuel tank 63 litres Warranty NA
those seeking a degree of on-road comfort and is RWD only. focused off-roader, but sparsely equipped. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
Xplorer 3-door 13.03 13.15 12.23 13.26 13.67 2596/4 85/230 5/M D — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/3 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 M/7 7 3 7 7 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7
Xplorer 5-door 14.79 14.93 13.89 15.05 15.52 2596/4 85/230 5/M D — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/3 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 M/7 7 3 7 7 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7
Xpedition 3-door 11.39 11.76 11.03 11.47 12.01 2596/4 85/230 5/M D — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/3 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 M/7 7 3 7 7 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7
Xpedition 5-door 11.66 12.04 11.30 11.74 12.29 2596/4 85/230 5/M D — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/3 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 M/7 7 3 7 7 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7
Xtreme 3-door 15.66 15.81 14.71 15.94 16.44 2149/4 140/321 5/M D — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/3 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 M/7 7 3 7 7 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7
Xplorer 3-door ABS 13.38 13.50 12.56 13.61 14.04 2596/4 85/230 5/M D — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/3 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 M/7 7 3 7 7 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 7 7
Xplorer 5-door ABS 15.14 15.29 14.22 15.41 15.89 2596/4 85/230 5/M D — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/3 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 M/7 7 3 7 7 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 7 7
Xtreme 3-door ABS 16.02 16.18 15.05 16.31 16.82 2149/4 140/321 5/M D — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/3 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 M/7 7 3 7 7 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 7 7
FORD FORD
EcoSport EcoSport
ECOSPORT Ford’s gone all-out with the new EcoSport. The fresh FOR Engines, ride and handling DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3998/1765/1655mm Wheelbase 2519mm Tyre size 205/60 R16 ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
face and redone cabin give it fresh personality. There’s more balance, equipment. Turning circle dia 10.6m Trunk volume 352 litres Ground clearance 200mm Indian Driving Cycle*
equipment like a new touchscreen infotainment system and a AGAINST Narrow cabin, visibility. Kerb weight 1220-1320kg Fuel tank 52 litres Warranty 2 years/1,00,000km 1.5L M/T petrol NA/NA/17.0
sunroof. Even in BS6 form, the 1.5 petrol engine is pleasant, and VERDICT A more compelling buy SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 63/87cm 1.5L A/T petrol NA/NA/14.8
the 1.5 diesel is still as likeable as ever. than ever before. Headroom 96cm Width 126cm 1.5L diesel NA/NA/23.0
1.5 Ambiente 9.24 9.69 9.20 9.37 9.96 1497/3 123/150 5/M P — — — — M 3/3 3/7 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 El 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 Trend 10.12 10.62 10.08 10.27 10.91 1497/3 123/150 5/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 3 7/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 El 7 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 Titanium 10.99 11.54 10.95 11.16 11.86 1497/3 123/150 5/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 7 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 Titanium+ 12.40 12.80 12.06 12.80 13.40 1497/3 123/150 5/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 7 El 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
1.5 Titanium+ A/T 13.43 13.96 13.04 13.87 14.51 1497/3 123/150 6/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 7 El 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
1.5 Thunder 12.40 12.80 12.06 12.80 13.40 1497/3 123/150 5/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 7 El 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
1.5 Ambiente 9.97 10.48 9.78 9.96 10.59 1498/4 100/205 5/M D — — — — M 3/3 3/7 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 El 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 Trend 10.86 11.42 10.66 10.86 11.54 1498/4 100/205 5/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 3 7/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 El 7 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 Titanium 11.60 12.20 11.63 11.60 12.33 1498/4 100/205 5/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 7 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 Titanium+ 13.28 13.04 12.63 13.42 14.05 1498/4 100/205 5/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 7 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
1.5 Thunder 13.28 13.04 12.83 13.42 14.05 1498/4 100/205 5/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 7 El 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
1.5 S 12.99 13.66 13.24 13.55 14.30 1498/4 100/205 5/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 7 El 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
Endeavour Endeavour
ENDEAVOUR A traditional yet modern SUV that’s fresh from a facelift, FOR Tough build, ride and handling. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4903/1868/1837mm Wheelbase 2850mm Tyre size 265/60 R18 ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
the Endeavour has luxurious interiors and is great to drive. There are AGAINST Third-row space, 3.2-litre Turning circle dia 11.7m Trunk volume NA Ground clearance 225mm Indian Driving Cycle*
three powertrain options – we’d recommend the 2.2 diesel – it’s got engine is noisy. VERDICT The best Kerb weight 2310kg Fuel tank 80 litres Warranty 2 years/1,00,000km 2.0 4X2 AT NA/NA/13.9
adequate performance and also runs quieter than the 3.2-litre diesel. seven-seat SUV for the money. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 70/95cm Headroom 91cm Width 145cm 2.0 4X4 AT NA/NA/12.4
2.0l 4X2 Titanium A/T 35.26 35.82 33.02 35.19 37.30 1996/4 170/420 10/A D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
2.0l 4X2 Titanium+ A/T 37.62 38.35 35.36 37.55 39.93 1996/4 170/420 10/A D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 7 3
 = Standard,  = Not available,  = Optional, M = Manual, A = Automatic, F = Front, R = Rear, In = Internal, Ex = External, El = Electric, Re = Remote , NA = Not Available, T = Turbocharged, H = Horizontally-opposed, S = Supercharged. **Ex-showroom prices.

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MODEL DETAILS PRICES IN LAKHS (ON-ROAD) ENGINE & TRANSMISSION PERFORMANCE FEATURES INFOTAINMENT SAFETY

STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

FOG LAMPS
KOLKATA

CHENNAI
MUMBAI
DELHI

ABS
ESP
AC
C U A B T N

2.0l 4X4 Titanium+ A/T 39.63 40.39 37.23 39.56 42.05 1996/4 170/420 10/A D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 7 3
Figo Figo
FIGO The updated Figo gets minor tweaks to its exterior FOR Ride and handling, value DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3941/1704/1525mm Wheelbase 2490mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
design and has a much longer list of equipment. Among for money. AGAINST No Android Tyre size 175/65 R14, 195/55 R15 Turning circle dia 9.8m Indian Driving Cycle*
the major highlights is the new 1.2-litre petrol engine, which Auto and Apple CarPlay, no Trunk volume 257 litres Ground clearance 174mm Kerb weight 1016-1078kg 1.2 Petrol NA/NA/20.4
comes with a new slick 5-speed manual gearbox. The tried- automatic option. Fuel tank 40-42 litres Warranty 2 years/1,00,000km 1.5 Petrol AT NA/NA/16.3
and-tested 1.5 diesel unit continues, but its got the new VERDICT A great all-rounder SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 63/88cm 1.5 Diesel NA/NA/25.5
manual too. that’s even better now. Headroom 94cm Width 133cm
1.2P Ambiente 6.00 6.57 6.17 6.35 6.74 1194/4 96/120 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/7 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 El 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2P Titanium 7.22 7.69 7.25 7.43 7.89 1194/4 96/120 5/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 7 7 El 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 2 7
1.2P Titanium Blu 7.88 8.38 7.92 8.11 8.61 1194/4 96/120 5/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 3 3 7 7 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 6 7
1.5D Ambiente 7.21 7.34 7.06 7.20 7.58 1498/4 100/215 5/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/7 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 El 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.5D Titanium 8.34 8.90 8.26 8.47 8.99 1498/4 100/215 5/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/7 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 7 7 El 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 2 7
1.5D Titanium Blu 9.01 9.61 8.93 9.14 9.71 1498/4 100/215 5/M D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 3 3 7 7 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 6 7
Aspire Aspire
ASPIRE The Aspire received a major update in late 2018, which FOR Well-equipped, ride and handling. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3995/1695/1525mm Wheelbase 2491mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
brought a few design tweaks, a heavily updated interior and new AGAINST Cabin doesn’t feel special, not Tyre size 175/65 R14 Turning circle dia 9.8m Trunk volume 359 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
petrol engines. The 1.2 petrol isn’t quick, but is pleasant enough, as spacious. Ground clearance 174mm Kerb weight 995-1048kg 1.2 Petrol NA/NA/18.16
especially with the crisp manual. The new 1.5 petrol gets a new VERDICT A driver’s compact sedan, Fuel tank 42 litres Warranty 2 years/1,00,000 kms 1.5 Diesel NA/NA/25.83
auto’ box, while the frugal and likeable 1.5 diesel continues. if there ever was one. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
1.2 Ambiente 6.57 7.27 6.83 7.03 7.46 1194/3 96/120 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 El 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 2 7
1.2 Trend 7.46 7.97 7.49 7.70 8.18 1194/3 96/120 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 El/7 3 3 7 7 El 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 Trend+ 7.93 8.08 7.89 8.03 8.47 1194/3 96/120 5/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 7 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 7 7 El 3 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 Titanium 8.01 8.55 8.06 8.26 8.78 1194/3 96/120 5/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 7 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 7 7 El 3 7 73 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 Titanium A/T 10.27 10.54 10.23 10.43 11.01 1497/4 123/150 6/A P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 7 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 7 7 El 3 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 3 3 2 3
1.2 Titanium+ 8.39 8.95 8.43 8.66 9.20 1194/3 96/120 5/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 7 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 7 7 El 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 6 7
1.2 Ambiente CNG 7.70 NA NA 7.51 NA 1194/3 96/120 5/M P/CNG — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 El 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 2 7
1.2 Trend+ CNG 8.79 8.57 NA 8.60 9.21 1194/3 96/120 5/M P/CNG — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 7 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 7 7 El 3 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 Ambiente 8.07 8.25 7.91 8.06 8.49 1498/4 100/215 5/M D 11.03 — 10.08 12.60 M 3/7 3/3 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 El 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 2 7
1.5 Trend 8.58 9.19 8.49 8.74 9.28 1498/4 100/215 5/M D 11.03 — 10.08 12.60 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 El/7 3 3 7 7 El 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 Trend+ 8.94 9.16 8.77 8.93 9.42 1498/4 100/215 5/M D 11.03 — 10.08 12.60 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 7 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 7 7 El 3 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 Titanium 9.14 9.78 9.04 9.30 9.88 1498/4 100/215 5/M D 11.03 — 10.08 12.60 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 7 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 7 7 El 3 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 Titanium+ 9.53 10.20 9.43 9.69 10.30 1498/4 100/215 5/M D 11.03 — 10.08 12.60 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 7 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 7 7 El 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 6 7
Freestyle Freestyle
FREESTYLE It’s wrong to dismiss it as a Figo with body FOR Value, safety kit, ride and handling. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3954/1737/1570mm Wheelbase 2490mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
cladding. The raised suspension adds ground clearance AGAINST Not as roomy or premium Tyre size 185/60 R15 Turning circle dia 10m Indian Driving Cycle*
and is beautifully set up for handling. The well-priced as rivals. Trunk volume 257 litres Ground clearance NA 1.2 Petrol NA/NA/19.0
Freestyle’s features almost makes premium cross-hatch VERDICT Fun Ford that’s at home on Kerb weight 1026-1080kg Fuel tank 40-42 litres Warranty NA 1.5 Diesel NA/NA/24.4
rivals look overpriced. our bombed-out roads. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
1.2 Ambiente 6.51 7.12 6.67 6.92 7.34 1194/3 96/120 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 7/7 7 3 3 7 Re 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 Trend 7.29 7.90 7.30 7.54 8.00 1194/3 96/120 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 3 7/3 7/7 7 3 3 7 Re 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 Titanium 7.84 8.34 7.86 8.10 8.60 1194/3 96/120 5/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 3 7 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3
1.2 Titanium+ 8.23 8.75 8.23 8.49 9.02 1194/3 96/120 5/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 3 7 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
1.5 Ambiente 7.93 7.98 7.77 7.91 8.22 1498/4 100/215 5/M D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 7/7 7 3 3 7 Re 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 Trend 8.41 8.79 8.29 8.57 9.10 1498/4 100/215 5/M D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 3 7/3 7/7 7 3 3 7 Re 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 Titanium 8.97 9.67 8.85 9.13 9.70 1498/4 100/215 5/M D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 3 7 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3
1.5 Titanium+ 9.36 9.89 9.24 9.53 10.12 1498/4 100/215 5/M D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 3 7 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
Mustang Mustang
MUSTANG With a big V8 engine, long bonnet and rear-wheel-drive FOR Big V8 engine, good equipment list. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4784/2080/1391mm Wheelbase 2720mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
this is a true American muscle car. Ford has skipped the smaller AGAINST Cabin doesn’t feel premium Tyre size (Front) 255/40 R19, (Rear) 275/40 R19 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
engines for India. Equipment-wise, too, it is well loaded. While it enough for the price Trunk volume 383 litres Ground clearance 137mm Kerb weight 1770kg
doesn’t have the fit and finish of some of the exotic German VERDICT A car for your wild side. Fuel tank 60.9 litres Warranty NA
metal but makes up for it in sheer oomph and iconic appeal. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
Mustang GT Fastback 86.44 93.71 83.50 85.62 93.51 4951/V8 401/515 6/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El R 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 3 7 Re 3 7 3 3 7 3 3 7 3 3 8 3
HONDA HONDA
Accord Hybrid Accord Hybrid
ACCORD HYBRID The Accord is back but this time it’s available FOR Green image, comfort. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4933/1849/1464mm Wheelbase 2776mm Tyre size 235/45 ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
only as hybrid. The technology is clever and guarantees great AGAINST Expensive, unexciting to drive. R18 Turning circle dia NA Trunk volume NA Ground clearance NA Indian Driving Cycle*
fuel economy, but the driving experience is quite insipid. Comfort VERDICT Comfortable and has green Kerb weight 1620kg Fuel tank 60 litres Warranty 3 year/unlimited km
remains great as ever but this being an import, is really pricey. credentials, but overpriced. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
2.0 i-VTEC Hybrid 49.47 52.92 48.56 51.89 54.83 1993/4 145/175 CVT P/E — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 7
Amaze Amaze
AMAZE The new car improves on the first-gen. It’s smarter, FOR Cabin space, smooth CVTs. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3995/1695/1498-1501mm Wheelbase 2470mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
plusher, with more space and kit too. There are four engine- AGAINST Noisy diesels, no top trim Tyre size 175/65 R14-R15 Turning circle dia 9.4-9.8m Trunk volume 420 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
gearbox options including a new diesel-CVT. Autos are the pick for autos. Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 905-1039kg Fuel tank 35 litres Warranty NA 1.2 i-VTEC M/T NA/NA/NA
but aren’t available in top-spec trim. Noisy diesel still a downer. VERDICT A level-headed compact sedan buy. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA 1.5 i-DTEC M/T NA/NA/NA
1.2 i-VTEC E 6.91 7.22 6.85 6.85 7.38 1199/4 90/110 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/7 3/3 7/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 i-VTEC S 7.70 8.03 7.74 7.75 8.22 1199/4 90/110 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/7 3 7 7 3 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 i-VTEC S CVT 8.68 9.06 8.75 8.76 9.28 1199/4 90/110 CVT P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/7 3 7 7 3 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 i-VTEC V 8.38 8.75 8.42 8.42 8.97 1199/4 90/110 5/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/3 3 7 7 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 i-VTEC V CVT 9.37 9.77 9.43 9.43 10.02 1199/4 90/110 CVT P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 7 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 i-VTEC VX 8.91 10.24 8.96 8.96 9.53 1199/4 90/110 5/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 7 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 i-VTEC VX CVT 9.81 10.10 9.89 9.89 10.51 1199/4 90/110 CVT P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 7 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 i-DTEC E 8.64 9.03 8.20 8.12 9.09 1498/4 100/200 5/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/7 3/3 7/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 i-DTEC S 9.26 9.68 9.02 9.01 9.75 1498/4 100/200 5/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/7 3 7 7 3 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
*In kick-down mode for automatics. Note: Performance and fuel economy figures are constantly updated and hence may differ from figures in earlier road tests. *Indian Driving Cycle figures are as per ARAI standards. *** Ex-Maharashtra prices.

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MODEL DETAILS PRICES IN LAKHS (ON-ROAD) ENGINE & TRANSMISSION PERFORMANCE FEATURES INFOTAINMENT SAFETY

STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

FOG LAMPS
KOLKATA

CHENNAI
MUMBAI
DELHI

ABS
ESP
AC
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1.5 i-DTEC S CVT 10.15 10.60 9.90 9.90 10.70 1498/4 80/160 CVT D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/7 3 7 7 3 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 2 7
7 3
1.5 i-DTEC V 9.96 10.41 9.67 9.68 10.50 1498/4 100/200 5/M D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/3 3 7 7 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 2 7
7 3
1.5 i-DTEC V CVT 10.84 11.33 10.57 10.58 11.44 1498/4 80/160 CVT D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/3 3 7 7 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 2 7
7 3
1.5 i-DTEC VX 10.49 10.96 10.21 10.22 11.06 1498/4 100/200 5/M D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 7 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 2 7
7 3
1.5 i-DTEC VX CVT 11.30 11.70 11.03 11.04 11.97 1498/4 80/160 CVT D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 7 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 2 7
7 3
BR-V BR-V
BR-V The BR-V’s USP is that it comes with seating for FOR Flexibility of 7 seats, easy to drive. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4453/1735/1666mm Wheelbase 2660mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
seven. It offers a pleasant driving experience, decent AGAINST Looks similar to Mobilio, Tyre size 195/60 R16 Turning circle dia 10.6-11m Indian Driving Cycle*
comfort and is reasonable value thanks to its sensible no touchscreen. Trunk volume 223-691 litres Ground clearance 210mm M/T Petrol NA/NA/15.4
pricing. However, it lacks the rugged appeal of an SUV, VERDICT Not a true SUV but is a smart Kerb weight 1199-1306kg Fuel tank 42 litres CVT Petrol 11.01/14.01/16
and its similarity to the Mobilio might not go down option for large families. Warranty NA SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 73/97cm M/T Diesel 13.88/20.04/21.9
well with image-conscious buyers. Headroom 101cm Width 132cm
1.5 i-VTEC S 12.18 12.67 12.53 11.43 11.98 1497/4 119/145 6/M P 11.84 — 11.97 17.41 A 3/7 3/7 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 7 7 3/7 El/7 7 7 7 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 i-VTEC V 13.48 13.75 13.55 14.10 14.48 1497/4 119/145 6/M P 11.84 — 11.97 17.41 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 7 7 3/7 El/3 3 3 7 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 i-VTEC VX 14.66 14.94 14.70 15.31 15.73 1497/4 119/145 6/M P 11.84 — 11.97 17.41 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 7 7 3/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 i-VTEC V CVT 14.82 15.10 14.86 15.48 15.90 1497/4 119/145 CVT P 12.53 — 8.57 10.61 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 7 7 3/7 El/3 3 3 7 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 i-DTEC E 12.02 12.20 11.44 12.11 12.47 1498/4 100/200 6/M D 14.50 — 13.11 15.34 M 3/7 3/7 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 i-DTEC S 14.01 14.22 13.75 14.32 14.70 1498/4 100/200 6/M D 14.50 — 13.11 15.34 A 3/7 3/7 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 7 7 3/7 El/7 7 7 7 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 i-DTEC V 15.00 15.22 14.74 15.34 15.77 1498/4 100/200 6/M D 14.50 — 13.11 15.34 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 7 7 3/7 El/3 3 3 7 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 i-DTEC VX 16.26 16.50 15.98 16.64 17.10 1498/4 100/200 6/M D 14.50 — 13.11 15.34 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 7 7 3/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
City City
CITY The popular City has got a nip and tuck, more kit FOR Efficient engines, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4440/1695/1495mm Wheelbase 2600mm Tyre size 175/65 ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
and a new top-spec ZX trim. A mid-size sedan that’s big on equipment, comfort. R15, 185/55 R16 Turning circle dia 10.6m Trunk volume 510 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
space and comfort, petrolheads will like the VTEC engine. AGAINST No diesel, top versions Ground clearance 165mm Kerb weight 1058-1175kg Fuel tank 40 litres Petrol M/T 11/17/17.4-17.8
A diesel version will only arrive with the fifth-gen City. For are pricey. Warranty 3 years/unlimited kilometre Petrol CVT NA/NA/18
now, the City will be petrol only. Downsides include the fact VERDICT A midsize sedan that offers SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 75/100cm Diesel 14.2/19.5/25.1-26
that the build lacks heft and top versions are expensive. lots but for a price. Headroom 91cm Width 132.8cm
1.5 i-VTEC SV 11.05 11.87 11.50 11.40 12.52 1497/4 119/145 5/M P 10.13 193 12.82 17.22 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/3 3 7 3 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 i-VTEC V 12.30 12.92 12.46 12.60 13.19 1497/4 119/145 5/M P 10.13 193 12.82 17.22 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 7 3 3 Re 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 2 7
1.5 i-VTEC V CVT 13.82 14.30 13.80 14.46 15.08 1497/4 119/145 CVT P 11.84 — 8.42 — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 2 7
1.5 i-VTEC VX 13.60 14.10 13.60 14.28 14.92 1497/4 119/145 5/M P 10.13 193 12.82 17.22 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 2 7
1.5 i-VTEC VX CVT 15.08 15.61 15.09 15.82 16.51 1497/4 119/145 CVT P 11.84 — 8.42 — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 2 7
1.5 i-VTEC ZX 14.95 15.46 14.94 15.69 16.37 1497/4 119/145 5/M P 10.13 193 12.82 17.22 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 6 7
1.5 i-VTEC ZX CVT 16.42 16.97 16.42 17.22 17.95 1497/4 119/145 CVT P 11.84 — 8.42 — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 6 7
Civic Civic
CIVIC The Civic is back. Its sporty inside and out, but FOR Comfortable ride, keen handling. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4656/1799/1433mm Wheelbase 2700mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
the low seating means it’s not ideal for the chauffeur- AGAINST Unexciting powertrains, not Tyre size 215/55 R16, 215/50 R17, Turning circle dia 11.7m Indian Driving Cycle*
driven. Of the powertrains, the petrol-CVT is nice while ideal for the chauffeur-driven. Trunk volume 430 litres Ground clearance 171mm Kerb weight 1300kg Petrol-CVT 7.8/11.8/16.5
the diesel-manual is refined and efficient, if unexciting. VERDICT A worthy contender in its Fuel tank 47 litres Warranty 3 years/unlimited kilometre Diesel-MT 13/18.68/26.8
Ride/handling is impressive. segment. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
1.8 i-VTEC V CVT 20.77 21.09 20.73 21.63 22.32 1799/4 141/174 CVT P 11.48 — 6.68 9.04 M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 4 3 3 3
1.8 i-VTEC VX CVT 22.48 22.82 22.44 23.42 24.16 1799/4 141/174 CVT P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 4 3 3 3
1.8 i-VTEC ZX CVT 24.52 25.10 24.48 25.55 26.60 1799/4 141/174 CVT P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 6 3 3 3
1.6 i-DTEC VX 24.24 24.71 23.68 24.72 25.74 1597/4 120/300 6/M D 11.15 196 13.91 15.5 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 4 3 3 3
1.6 i-DTEC ZX 26.33 26.83 25.71 26.85 27.96 1597/4 120/300 6/M D 11.15 196 13.91 15.5 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 6 3 3 3
CR-V CR-V
CR-V With the option of a diesel and a third row of FOR Well finished cabin. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4592/1855/1679-1689mm Wheelbase 2660mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
seats, the latest CR-V finally gives buyers what they AGAINST Diesel engine lacks punch, Tyre size 235/60 R18 Turning circle dia 11.0m Trunk volume 150-1084 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
have asked for. Thing is, the 120hp diesel could do with cramped third row. Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 1545-1725kg Fuel tank 57 litres 2.0 A/T NA/NA/14.4
more punch and the third row is cramped. Still, the CR-V VERDICT A polished urban SUV. Warranty 2 years/40,000km 1.6 A/T 2WD NA/NA/19.5
remains likeable as ever with its neat dynamics, nicely SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA 1.6 A/T AWD NA/NA/18.3
finished cabin and user-friendly demeanour. Headroom NA Width NA
2.0 CVT 2WD 32.49 33.24 32.44 33.79 35.27 1997/4 156/190 CVT P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 7 3 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 7
1.6 9AT 2WD 35.87 36.65 35.17 36.63 38.24 1597/4 120/300 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 7 3 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 7
1.6 9AT AWD 38.41 39.12 37.55 39.12 40.83 1597/4 120/300 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 7 3 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 7
Jazz Jazz
JAZZ Honda has given the Jazz a mild refresh and rejigged the FOR Spacious cabin, smooth auto DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3955/1694/1544mm Wheelbase 2530mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
line-up. There’s finally a top-spec petrol-auto but the flexible gearbox. Tyre size 175/65 R15, 175/70 R14 Turning circle dia 10.2m Indian Driving Cycle*
‘magic’ rear seats are gone. Still, it remains a car that aces on AGAINST No diesel engine, Trunk volume 354 litres Ground clearance 165mm Kerb weight 1007-1155kg 1.2 M/T Petrol 12.3/16.9/18.7
practicality with its spacious, well thought-out cabin. The petrol top versions pricey. Fuel tank 40 litres Warranty 2 years/40,000km SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: 1.2 A/T Petrol 11.4/16.1/19.0
auto gets paddle-shifters as standard and is the pick of the lot. VERDICT The Jazz is Mr Practical. Legroom min/max 71/94cm Headroom NA Width NA 1.5 M/T Diesel 14.4/19.8/27.3
1.2 i-VTEC V 8.39 8.86 8.65 8.67 9.08 1199/4 90/110 5/M P 14.20 172 14.96 21.25 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 7 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 2 7 7 3
1.2 i-VTEC VX 8.87 9.36 9.14 9.16 9.59 1199/4 90/110 5/M P 14.20 172 14.96 21.25 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 7 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 7 7 3
1.2 i-VTEC V CVT 9.70 10.23 9.98 10.01 10.48 1199/4 90/110 CVT P 14.89 165 9.86 12.20 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 7 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 7 7 3
1.2 i-VTEC VX CVT 10.18 10.73 10.48 10.51 11.00 1199/4 90/110 CVT P 14.89 165 9.86 12.20 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 7 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 7 7 3
WR-V WR-V
WR-V The WR-V is more than just a jacked-up Jazz. FOR Spacious cabin, equipment. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3999/1734/1601mm Wheelbase 2555mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
Bespoke styling, a re-tuned suspension and additional AGAINST Pricey, no automatic option. Tyre size 195/60 R16 Turning circle dia 10.6m Trunk volume 363 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
features give it a distinct persona. The good thing is it VERDICT One of the better cross- Ground clearance 188mm Kerb weight 1087-1204kg
remains as practical and likeable as the Jazz. The diesel hatchbacks on sale today. Fuel tank 40 litres Warranty 3 years/unlimited mileage
engine is frugal but noisy and the petrol engine lacks SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
punch. Pricing is also on the higher side. Headroom NA Width NA

1.2 i-VTEC S 9.16 9.65 9.54 9.48 9.93 1199/4 90/100 5/M P — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/7 7 M/7 7 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 3 7 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 i-VTEC VX 10.37 10.90 10.79 10.70 11.21 1199/4 90/100 5/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 7 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 3 7 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 2 7
1.5 i-DTEC S 10.53 11.10 10.79 10.71 11.22 1498/4 100/200 5/M D — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 7 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 3 7 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
 = Standard,  = Not available,  = Optional, M = Manual, A = Automatic, F = Front, R = Rear, In = Internal, Ex = External, El = Electric, Re = Remote , NA = Not Available, T = Turbocharged, H = Horizontally-opposed, S = Supercharged. **Ex-showroom prices.

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STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

FOG LAMPS
KOLKATA

CHENNAI
MUMBAI
DELHI

ABS
ESP
AC
C U A B T N

HYUNDAI HYUNDAI
Aura Aura
AURA The Aura takes over from where the Xcent left off, FOR Refined engines, light controls. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3995/1680/1520mm Wheelbase 2450mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
and improves on it on nearly every aspect. The standard AGAINST AMT variants miss out on Tyre size 165/70 R14, 175/60 R15 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
petrol and diesel engines are refined and frugal, while the some kit. Trunk volume 402 litres Ground clearance NA Kerb weight NA
turbo-petrol makes it fun-to-drive. It’s also got a feature- VERDICT A competent and well- Fuel tank 37 litres Warranty 2 years/unlimited mileage SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat:
rich and comfortable, if not very spacious, cabin. rounded compact sedan. Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
1.2 Kappa E 6.59 6.83 6.51 6.70 6.97 1197/4 83/114 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 7/7 3/7 7/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 2 7 7 3
1.2 Kappa S 7.61 7.70 7.34 7.57 7.88 1197/4 83/114 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/7 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 7 3 7 3 7 7 2 7 7 3
1.2 Kappa S A/T 8.16 8.06 7.89 8.13 8.47 1197/4 83/114 5/A P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 7 3 7 3 7 7 2 7 7 3
1.2 Kappa SX 8.43 8.55 8.15 8.41 8.76 1197/4 83/114 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 7 3 7 3 3 7 2 7 7 3
1.2 Kappa SX (O) 9.04 9.14 8.72 9.10 9.42 1197/4 83/114 5/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 7 3 7 3 3 7 2 7 7 3
1.2 Kappa SX+ A/T 9.00 9.34 8.91 9.34 9.65 1197/4 83/114 5/A P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 7 3 7 3 3 7 2 7 7 3
1.2 Kappa S CNG 8.41 8.25 8.14 8.40 8.75 1197/4 83/114 5/M P/C — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/7 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 7 3 7 3 7 7 2 7 7 3
1.0 Kappa SX+ 9.25 9.96 9.49 9.85 10.25 998/3 100/172 5/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 7 3 7 3 3 7 2 7 7 3
1.2 U2 CRDi S 9.05 9.21 8.63 8.91 9.28 1186/3 75/190 5/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/7 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 7 3 7 3 7 7 2 7 7 3
1.2 U2 CRDi S A/T 9.61 9.82 9.20 9.47 9.88 1186/3 75/190 5/A D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 7 3 7 3 7 7 2 7 7 3
1.2 U2 CRDi SX (O) 10.51 10.75 10.08 10.39 10.83 1186/3 75/190 5/M D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 7 3 7 3 3 7 2 7 7 3
1.2 U2 CRDi SX+ A/T 10.72 10.98 10.28 10.60 11.06 1186/3 75/190 5/A D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 7 3 7 3 3 7 2 7 7 3
Creta Creta
CRETA While its bold design may not be to everyone’s FOR Wide range of powertrain options, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4300/1790/1635mm Wheelbase 2610mm Tyre size 205/65 ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
taste, the all-new Creta’s cabin is definitely a nice place feature-rich. R16, 215/60 R17 Turning circle dia NA Trunk volume NA Indian Driving Cycle*
to be in. It’s feature-rich across the board and has five AGAINST Polarising design, Pricey top- Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 1350kg Fuel tank 50 litres
engine-gearbox options. The 1.5 petrol is suitable for spec versions. Warranty 3 years/unlimited mileage
most, the refined 1.5 diesel excels on the highway, while VERDICT The midsize SUV you can’t SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA
the 1.4 turbo-petrol is the enthusiast’s pick. ignore. Headroom NA Width NA

1.5 EX 9.99** 9.99** 9.99** 9.99** 9.99** 1497/4 115/144 6/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 7 7 3 El 7 7 7 3 7 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 S 11.72** 11.72** 11.72** 11.72** 11.72** 1497/4 115/144 6/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/7 7 3 7 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 SX 13.47** 13.47** 13.47** 13.47** 13.47** 1497/4 115/144 6/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/7 7 3 7 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 7
1.5 SX A/T 14.94** 14.94** 14.94** 14.94** 14.94** 1497/4 115/144 CVT P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3
1.5 SX (O) A/T 16.15** 16.15** 16.15** 16.15** 16.15** 1497/4 115/144 CVT P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
1.4 SX A/T 16.16** 16.16** 16.16** 16.16** 16.16** 1353/4 140/242 7/A P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 EI/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3
1.4 SX (O) A/T 17.20** 17.20** 17.20** 17.20** 17.20** 1353/4 140/242 7/A P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 EI/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
1.5 E 9.99** 9.99** 9.99** 9.99** 9.99** 1493/4 115/250 6/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 7 7 3 El 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 EX 11.49** 11.49** 11.49** 11.49** 11.49** 1493/4 115/250 6/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 7 7 3 El 7 7 7 3 7 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 S 12.77** 12.77** 12.77** 12.77** 12.77** 1493/4 115/250 6/M D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 EI/7 7 3 7 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 SX 14.51** 14.51** 14.51** 14.51** 14.51** 1493/4 115/250 6/M D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 EI/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 7
1.5 SX (O) 15.79** 15.79** 15.79** 15.79** 15.79** 1493/4 115/250 6/M D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 El/7 R 3 3/3 EI/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 7
1.5 SX A/T 15.99** 15.99** 15.99** 15.99** 15.99** 1493/4 115/250 6/A D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 EI/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3
1.5 SX (O) A/T 17.20** 17.20** 17.20** 17.20** 17.20** 1493/4 115/250 6/A D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 EI/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
Elantra Elantra
ELANTRA The new Elantra looks contemporary, FOR Price, refinement. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4620/1800/1465mm Wheelbase 2700mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
gets a new petrol engine and is priced aggressively AGAINST Base models miss Tyre size 205/60 R16 Turning circle dia 10.6m Trunk volume 458 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
too. However, the range is not as well equipped as key features. Ground clearance 165mm Kerb weight 1271-1408kg Fuel tank 50 litres
before, and the real goodies are reserved for the top VERDICT A capable executive Warranty 3 years/unlimited mileage
automatic trim. While the sedan won’t rile up the sedan that’s worth a serious look. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
segment, it does have some serious potential. Headroom NA Width NA
2.0 Nu S 17.30 19.11 16.91 17.09 20.02 1999/4 152/192 6/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/7 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 6 7
2.0 Nu SX 20.02 22.17 18.39 19.53 23.23 1999/4 152/192 6/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 7
2.0 Nu SX A/T 21.09 23.34 19.64 20.96 24.47 1999/4 152/192 6/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 7
2.0 Nu SX(O) A/T 22.03 24.70 22.43 23.30 25.81 1999/4 152/192 6/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 F/R 3 7/7 EI/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 7
Grand i10 Grand i10
GRAND i10 The big-selling Grand i10 is practical and well- FOR Cabin quality, practicality, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3765/1660/1520mm Wheelbase 2425mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
built, and with the recent round of updates, it offers even ease of use. Tyre size 165/65 R14 Turning circle dia NA Trunk volume 256 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
more. Top-spec cars get more features, the petrol engine AGAINST Limited kit on lower trims. Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 1093kg 1.2 Kappa M/T 11.7/16.3/NA
has been made more efficient. Ride quality is better too. VERDICT One of Hyundai’s best cars. Fuel tank 43 litres Warranty 2 years/unlimited mileage 1.2 U2 CRDi M/T NA/NA/NA
SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 67/89cm
Headroom 92cm Width 127cm
1.2 Kappa Era 6.07 6.05 5.25 5.84 6.21 1197/4 83/114 5/M P 13.40 168 13.56 24.25 M 7/7 7/7 3/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 Kappa Magna 6.74 7.02 5.97 6.88 7.37 1197/4 83/114 5/M P 13.40 168 13.56 24.25 M 7/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 El/7 7 3 7 3 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 Kappa Magna A/T 7.65 7.88 6.83 7.62 7.86 1197/4 83/114 4/A P — — — — M 7/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 El/7 7 3 7 3 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 Kappa Sportz 7.29 7.39 6.45 7.25 7.75 1197/4 83/114 5/M P 13.40 168 13.56 24.25 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 3 7 3 Ex 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 Kappa Asta 7.75 7.99 7.28 7.74 8.76 1197/4 83/114 5/M P 13.40 168 13.56 24.25 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 2 7
Grand i10 Nios Grand i10 Nios
GRAND i10 NIOS The Nios improves on the Grand i10 on FOR Value, roomy interior. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3805/1680/1520mm Wheelbase 2450mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
nearly every metric. It’s loaded with more features, there’s AGAINST Unexciting to drive, Tyre size 165/70 R14, 175/60 R15 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
a diesel-automatic option available and its bigger and automatic variants miss out on Trunk volume 260 litres Ground clearance NA Kerb weight NA 1.2 Kappa M/T 13/16.21/20.7
more premium both inside and out. The torque convertor some features. Fuel tank 37 litres 1.2 Kappa AMT 13.76/16.61/20.5
automatic has been given a miss in favour of a cost-effective VERDICT A significant improvement SEAT DIMENSIONS Front seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA 1.2 U2 CRDi M/T 14.90/19.64/26.2
AMT, which is on offer with both engines. but still short of its main rival. Headroom NA Width NA 1.2 U2 CRDi AMT 14.87/19.36/26.2
1.2 Kappa Era 5.79 6.10 5.59 5.90 6.20 1197/4 83/114 5/M P 13.28 157 14 22.44 M 7/7 7/7 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 7 7 3 In 3 3 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 Kappa Magna 6.70 7.08 6.52 6.87 7.21 1197/4 83/114 5/M P 13.28 157 14 22.44 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 7 3 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 Kappa Magna AMT 7.47 7.70 7.16 7.47 7.84 1197/4 83/114 5/A P 14.75 — 8.09 10.88 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/3 El/3 7 7 3 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 Kappa Sportz 7.48 7.70 7.17 7.48 7.85 1197/4 83/114 5/M P 13.28 157 14 22.44 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 3 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 Kappa Sportz Dual Tone 7.81 8.05 7.50 7.82 8.21 1197/4 83/114 5/M P 13.28 157 14 22.44 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 3 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 Kappa Sportz AMT 8.14 8.40 7.83 8.16 8.57 1197/4 83/114 5/A P 14.75 — 8.09 10.88 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 3 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
*In kick-down mode for automatics. Note: Performance and fuel economy figures are constantly updated and hence may differ from figures in earlier road tests. *Indian Driving Cycle figures are as per ARAI standards. *** Ex-Maharashtra prices.

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MODEL DETAILS PRICES IN LAKHS (ON-ROAD) ENGINE & TRANSMISSION PERFORMANCE FEATURES INFOTAINMENT SAFETY

STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

FOG LAMPS
KOLKATA

CHENNAI
MUMBAI
DELHI

ABS
ESP
AC
C U A B T N

1.2 Kappa Asta 8.31 8.57 8.01 8.34 8.75 1197/4 83/114 5/M P 13.28 157 14 22.44 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 3 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 U2 CRDi Magna 7.94 8.21 7.52 7.84 8.23 1186/3 75/190 5/M D 14.54 157 12.40 14.02 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 7 3 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 U2 CRDi Sportz AMT 9.24 9.58 8.80 9.15 9.60 1186/3 75/190 5/A D 16.15 — 9.08 12.28 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 3 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 U2 CRDi Asta 9.40 9.74 8.95 9.32 9.77 1186/3 75/190 5/M D 14.54 157 12.40 14.02 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 3 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 2 7
i20 i20
i20 Stylish design, a well appointed cabin and long features FOR Cabin space, equipment, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3985-3995/1734-1760/1505-1555mm Wheelbase 2570mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
list, the i20 is popular with the hatchback buyer. Even the premium looks. Tyre size 185/70 R14, 195/55 R16 Turning circle dia 10.4m Trunk volume 285 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
updated i20 is not for engaging driving but for average use AGAINST Lacks driver appeal, Ground clearance 170-190mm Kerb weight 1080-1200kg 1.2 Petrol 11.5/15.2/NA
it works just fine. The 1.2 petrol engine won’t get your pulse top-end versions pricey. Fuel tank 45 litres Warranty 2 years/unlimited mileage 1.4 Diesel 13.8/19.5/NA
racing but is refined and efficient. VERDICT Feels every bit SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 64/84cm
a premium hatch. Headroom 95cm Width 130cm
1.2 Kappa Era 6.47 6.72 5.92 6.57 6.85 1197/4 83/114 5/M P 15.71 167 16.16 26.26 M 7/7 3/7 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 3 In 7 7 7 3 3 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 Kappa Magna+ 7.47 7.58 6.63 7.43 7.92 1197/4 83/114 5/M P 15.71 167 16.16 26.26 M 7/7 3/7 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 7 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 Kappa Sportz+ 8.43 8.59 7.92 8.42 8.96 1197/4 83/114 5/M P 15.71 167 16.16 26.26 M 3/3 3/7 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 7 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 Kappa Sportz+ DT 8.76 8.93 7.28 8.76 9.31 1197/4 83/114 5/M P 15.71 167 16.16 26.26 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 7 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 2 7
1.2 Kappa Sportz+ CVT 9.66 9.87 7.28 9.55 10.10 1197/4 83/114 CVT P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 7 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 2 7
1.2 Kappa Asta (O) 9.48 9.67 9.14 9.50 10.11 1197/4 83/114 5/M P 15.71 167 16.16 26.26 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 7 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 2 7
1.2 Kappa Asta (O) CVT 10.64 10.90 8.71 10.70 11.16 1197/4 83/114 CVT P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 3 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 6 7
Kona Electric Kona Electric
KONA ELECTRIC Hyundai’s first EV for India may not FOR Peppy performance, range. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4180/1800/1570mm Wheelbase 2600mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
appeal to those who like their SUVs to look more rugged. AGAINST Pricey for its size, lack of Tyre size 215/55 R17 Turning circle dia 10.6m Indian Driving Cycle*
However, it is well-equipped, smartly laid-out and comes charging infrastructure. Trunk volume 332 litres Ground clearance 172mm Electric Premium NA/NA/452km
with green credentials that are the envy of most cars. VERDICT The first EV in India that Kerb weight 1535kg Battery 39.2kWh Warranty 3 years/unlimited km on full charge
Its battery pack can go up to 300km on a single charge alleviates range anxiety. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
and takes just 57min to charge with a DC fast-charger. Headroom NA Width NA

Premium 27.58 29.02 26.52 30.56 25.89 Electric mtr 136/395 1/A E 9.09 — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3 7
Santro Santro
SANTRO The new Santro embodies the same FOR Segment-first features, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3610/1645/1560mm Wheelbase 2400mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
core values as its namesake, namely space and spacious cabin. Tyre size 155/80 R13, 165/70 R14 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
comfort. Cost cutting measures like the older AGAINST Cost-cutting evident. Trunk volume 235 litres Ground clearance NA 1.1 MT & AMT NA/NA/20.3
1.1 engine aside, the hatchback comes with VERDICT A near-premium hatchback Kerb weight NA Fuel tank 35 litres Warranty 3 years 1.1 CNG NA/NA/30.5km-kg
quite a few segment first features. AMT and CNG at an attractive price tag. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
variants are on offer too. Headroom NA Width NA

1.1 D-Lite 4.44 4.76 3.90** 4.62 4.79 1086/4 69/99 5/M P 14.85 161 14.59 20.39 — 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 1 7 7 3
1.1 Era 5.03 5.14 4.71 5.14 5.59 1086/4 69/99 5/M P 14.85 161 14.59 20.39 M 7/7 7/7 3/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 3 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 1 7 7 3
1.1 Magna 5.59 5.80 5.35 5.73 6.19 1086/4 69/99 5/M P 14.85 161 14.59 20.39 M 7/7 3/7 3/3 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 3 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 1 7 7 3
1.1 Magna AMT 6.12 6.37 5.92 6.29 6.77 1086/4 69/99 5/A P 17.45 156 9.81 12.15 M 7/7 7/7 3/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 3 In 7 7 7 3 7 3 7 7 1 7 7 3
1.1 Magna CNG 6.32 6.35 6.10 6.23 6.73 1086/4 59/84 5/M P/CNG — — — — M 7/7 7/7 3/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 3 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 1 7 7 3
1.1 Sportz 5.93 6.15 5.66 5.89 6.63 1086/4 69/99 5/M P 14.85 161 14.59 20.39 M 7/7 7/7 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 El/7 7 3 7 3 In 3 7 7 3 7 3 3 7 1 7 7 3
1.1 Sportz AMT 6.55 6.82 6.34 6.75 7.32 1086/4 69/99 5/A P 17.45 156 9.81 12.15 M 7/7 3/7 3/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 El/7 7 3 7 3 In 3 7 7 3 7 3 3 7 1 7 7 3
1.1 Sportz CNG 6.65 6.68 6.43 6.57 7.10 1086/4 59/84 5/M P/CNG — — — — M 7/7 3/7 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 El/7 7 3 7 3 In 3 7 7 3 7 3 3 7 1 7 7 3
1.1 Asta 6.39 6.67 6.20 6.58 7.08 1086/4 69/99 5/M P 14.85 161 14.59 20.39 M 7/7 3/7 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 3 3 7/3 El/7 7 3 7 3 In 3 3 7 3 7 3 3 7 2 7 7 3
Tucson Tucson
TUCSON The attractive Tucson slots between the Creta FOR Roomy cabin, equipment, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4475/1850/1660mm Wheelbase 2670mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
and Santa Fe. While sold only as a five-seater, it offers strong diesel engine. Tyre size 225/60 R17, 225/55 R18 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
a good degree of luxury and is well equipped too. It’s AGAINST Petrol engine isn’t great. Trunk volume 513 litres Ground clearance 172mm Kerb weight NA 2.0 2WD petrol 7/11.8/NA
fairly nice to drive but we’d recommend the strong VERDICT The right SUV at the Fuel tank 62 litres Warranty 3 year/unlimited mileage 2.0 2WD diesel 10.35/12.7/NA
diesel engine. It’s not a hardcore off-roader right price. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 60.2/72.5cm
but all-wheel drive does add versatility. Headroom 97.4cm Width 141cm
Nu 2.0 2WD MT 22.28 22.70 21.79 23.07 23.58 1999/4 155/192 6/M P — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 7 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 2 7 3
Nu 2.0 2WD GL A/T 25.87 26.62 25.04 26.81 27.66 1999/4 155/192 6/A P 11.57 — 6.56 8.74 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 6 7 3
Nu 2.0 2WD GL (O) A/T 26.55 27.32 25.11 27.53 28.40 1999/4 155/192 6/A P 11.57 — 6.56 8.74 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 6 7 3
Nu 2.0 2WD GLS A/T 28.00 28.82 26.51 29.05 29.99 1999/4 155/192 6/A P 11.57 — 6.56 8.74 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 6 7 3
R 2.0 2WD MT 25.19 25.79 24.87 25.54 26.32 1995/4 185/400 6/M D — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 7 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 2 7 3
R 2.0 2WD GL A/T 28.55 29.25 27.04 28.98 29.87 1995/4 185/400 6/A D 9.48 — 5.34 7.03 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 6 7 3
R 2.0 2WD GL (O) A/T 29.25 29.97 27.06 29.69 30.61 1995/4 185/400 6/A D 9.48 — 5.34 7.03 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 7 3
R 2.0 4WD GLS A/T 32.45 33.27 28.71 32.98 34.03 1995/4 185/400 6/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 7 3
Venue Venue
VENUE This compact SUV is more than a scaled down FOR High quality interiors, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3995/1770/1605mm Wheelbase 2500mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
Creta. It may lack a bit of presence but it’s a fine keen pricing. Tyre size 195/65 R15, 215/60 R16 Turning circle dia 10.2m Indian Driving Cycle*
choice for urban buyers. The 1.2 petrol and 1.4 diesel AGAINST Limited rear legroom, top-spec Trunk volume 350 litres Ground clearance 195mm 1.2 petrol M/T NA/NA/17.52
are adequate, if unexciting. The star of the range is auto missing some features. Kerb weight NA Fuel tank 45 litres 1.0 petrol M/T NA/NA/18.27
the 1.0 turbo-petrol; it’s smooth, pleasant and works VERDICT A user-friendly compact SUV Warranty 3 years/unlimited km 1.0 petrol A/T NA/NA/18.15
well with the dual-clutch auto. Higher variants are that’s hard not to like. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA 1.4 diesel M/T NA/NA/23.7
quite well-equipped for their price too. Headroom NA Width NA
1.2 E 7.73 7.91 7.27 7.61 7.96 1197/4 83/115 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/7 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 7/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 S 8.50 8.72 8.04 8.40 8.80 1197/4 83/115 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 7 7 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.0 Turbo GDI S 9.56 9.89 9.11 9.49 9.94 998/3 120/172 6/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 7 7 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.0 Turbo GDI S DCT 10.83 11.22 10.36 10.79 11.23 998/3 120/172 7/A P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 7 7 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 3 3 2 7
1.0 Turbo GDI SX 11.03 11.43 10.56 11.01 11.52 998/3 120/172 6/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 3 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.0 Turbo GDI SX Dual Tone 11.19 11.60 10.73 11.18 11.70 998/3 120/172 6/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 3 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.0 Turbo GDI SX(O) 12.63 12.87 11.82 12.85 13.24 998/3 120/172 6/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 7
1.0 Turbo GDI SX+ DCT 13.05 13.48 12.38 13.45 13.87 998/3 120/172 7/A P — — — — A 3/7 3/7 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 3 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 7
1.4 CRDi E 9.27 9.53 8.64 9.03 9.53 1396/4 90/220 6/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/7 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 7/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.4 CRDi S 10.05 10.36 9.43 9.83 10.36 1396/4 90/220 6/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 7 7 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.4 CRDi SX 11.55 11.93 10.88 11.35 11.95 1396/4 90/220 6/M D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 3 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
 = Standard,  = Not available,  = Optional, M = Manual, A = Automatic, F = Front, R = Rear, In = Internal, Ex = External, El = Electric, Re = Remote , NA = Not Available, T = Turbocharged, H = Horizontally-opposed, S = Supercharged. **Ex-showroom prices.

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NEW CARS A-Z
MODEL DETAILS PRICES IN LAKHS (ON-ROAD) ENGINE & TRANSMISSION PERFORMANCE FEATURES INFOTAINMENT SAFETY

STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

FOG LAMPS
KOLKATA

CHENNAI
MUMBAI
DELHI

ABS
ESP
AC
C U A B T N

1.4 CRDi SX Dual Tone 11.72 12.10 11.05 11.52 12.13 1396/4 90/220 6/M D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 3 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.4 CRDi SX(O) 13.26 13.39 12.15 13.20 13.68 1396/4 90/220 6/M D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 7
Xcent Xcent
XCENT The refreshed Xcent’s styling may divide opinion but FOR Smart interiors, fit and finish. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3995/1660/1520mm Wheelbase 2425mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
under the skin, the car remains a well thought-out and well AGAINST Lower versions lack some Tyre size 165/65 R14, 175/60 R15 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
put-together compact sedan. It’s got a large boot and the cabin safety essentials. Trunk volume 407 litres Ground clearance NA Kerb weight NA
offers good space for four. The petrol engine is pleasant while VERDICT An easy-to-like and Fuel tank 43 litres Warranty 2 years/unlimited km
the peppy new diesel addresses the original Xcent’s major easy-to-live with compact sedan. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 67/89cm
weakness. The suspension is better too. Headroom 92cm Width 127cm
1.2 Kappa E 6.68 7.09 6.16 6.91 7.04 1197/4 114 5/M P 14.23 172 13.67 22.17 M 7/7 3/7 3/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 2 7 7 7
1.2 Kappa S 7.55 7.82 7.18 7.63 7.87 1197/4 83/114 5/M P 14.23 172 13.67 22.17 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 2 7 7 7
1.2 Kappa S A/T 8.55 8.88 8.08 8.67 8.95 1197/4 83/114 4/A P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 2 7 7 7
1.2 Kappa SX 8.23 8.54 7.68 8.34 8.61 1197/4 83/114 5/M P 14.23 172 13.67 22.17 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 2 7 7 3
1.2 Kappa SX(O) 9.08 9.43 8.55 9.22 9.53 1197/4 83/114 5/M P 14.23 172 13.67 22.17 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 2 7 7 3
1.2 U2 CRDi E 8.00 8.31 8.87 7.76 8.14 1186/3 75/190 5/M D — — — — M 7/7 3/7 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 2 7 7 7
1.2 U2 CRDi S 8.77 9.13 8.24 8.76 9.05 1186/3 75/190 5/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 2 7 7 7
1.2 U2 CRDi SX 9.41 9.79 8.74 9.41 9.73 1186/3 75/190 5/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 2 7 7 3
1.2 U2 CRDi SX(O) 10.27 10.70 9.61 10.14 10.65 1186/3 75/190 5/M D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 2 7 7 3
Prime CNG T 6.66 6.84 NA NA NA 1197/4 83/114 5/M P/C — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/3 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 2 7 7 7
Prime CNG T+ 6.70 7.07 NA NA NA 1197/4 83/114 5/M P/C — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/3 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 2 7 7 7
ISUZU ISUZU
D-Max V-Cross D-Max V-Cross
D-MAX V-CROSS The rugged pick-up brings FOR Torquey engine, load DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5295/1860/1840mm Wheelbase 3095mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
some sophistication to the niche segment. carrying ability. Tyre size 245/70 R16 Turning circle dia NA Trunk volume NA Indian Driving Cycle*
The cabin is neat, kit is good and it’s decent AGAINST Cumbersome to drive in town. Ground clearance 225mm Kerb weight 1905kg
to drive. It isn’t great in town but cargo-hauling VERDICT An interesting option for Fuel tank 76 litres Warranty NA
and off-roading are this Isuzu’s forte. lifestyle buyers. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
Headroom NA Width NA

4x4 M/T 14.32** 14.29** 15.45** 17.19 20.88 2499/4 134/320 5/M D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 3/7 3 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 7 7 — 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 2 7
High 4x4 M/T 15.82** 15.79** 16.80** 18.99 22.76 2499/4 134/320 5/M D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 3/7 3 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 7 — 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3
High+ Z Prestige 19.99** 19.95** NA 19.92** 25.14 1898/4 150/350 6/A D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 3/7 3 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 7 — 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
MU-X MU-X
MU-X The flagship SUV is a step up from its FOR Spacious cabin, low-speed ride. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4285/1860/1850mm Wheelbase 2845mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
predecessor. Big, and brawny, it is well kitted, AGAINST Engine refinement, Tyre size 255/65 R17 Turning circle dia 11.6m Indian Driving Cycle*
spacious, well put-together and available with 4WD. heavy steering. Trunk volume 235-1830 litres Ground clearance 220mm 4x2 A/T NA/NA/13.8
Only offered with an auto’ box, it is cheaper than VERDICT An SUV with the essentials but Kerb weight NA Fuel tank 65 litres Warranty 3 years/1,00,000km
most rivals but falls short of class standards on not a match for established rivals. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
many counts. Headroom NA Width NA

4x2 A/T 26.34** 26.29** 27.31** 33.57 34.35 2999/4 177/390 5/A D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 7 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Ex 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
4x4 A/T 28.31** 28.25** 29.28** 35.93 36.79 2999/4 177/390 5/A D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 7 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Ex 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
JAGUAR JAGUAR
F-Type F-Type
F-TYPE The F-Type now comes with a four-pot FOR Mental exhaust note (V8), comfort. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4470/1923/1308-1321mm Wheelbase 2622mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
motor but for the full experience, the full blown AGAINST Expensive. Tyre size 245/40 R19, 255/35 R20, 275/35 R19, 295/30 R20 Indian Driving Cycle*
V8s sound just mega. AWD derides some of the VERDICT Feels like an old-school brute Turning circle dia 10.6m Trunk volume 200 litres Warranty NA
inherent naughtiness, but also puts power down and that’s what makes it special. Kerb weight 1705kg Fuel tank 72 litres
cleaner. Pity the V8 F-Types cost as much as SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
they do. Headroom NA Width NA
2.0 Coupe 108.77 118.72 101.13 113.78 114.30 1997/4 300/400 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 7 Ex 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3 3 3
2.0 Convertible 120.79 129.89 112.74 126.54 127.43 1997/4 300/400 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 7 Ex 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3 3 3
2.0 Coupe R-Dynamic 111.90 121.63 104.16 117.10 117.72 1997/4 300/400 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 7 Ex 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3 3 3
2.0 Convertible R-Dynamic 123.92 132.80 115.78 129.86 130.86 1997/4 300/400 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 7 Ex 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3 3 3
5.0 V8 AWD Coupe R 257.89 273.31 245.29 272.13 277.37 5000/V8 550/680 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 7 Ex 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3 3 3
5.0 V8 AWD Coupe SVR 307.50 319.43 293.25 324.82 331.63 5000/V8 575/700 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 7 Ex 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3 3 3
5.0 V8 AWD Convertible R 275.06 273.31 261.89 290.37 296.15 5000/V8 550/680 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 7 Ex 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3 3 3
5.0 V8 AWD Convert. SVR 324.66 319.43 309.84 343.05 350.39 5000/V8 575/700 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 7 Ex 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3 3 3
F-Pace F-Pace
F-PACE Jaguar’s first ever SUV feels like a Jag through FOR Handling. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4731/2175/1651mm Wheelbase 2874mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
and through. It will excite the keen driver but it’s AGAINST Expensive. Tyre size 255/60 R18, 255/55 R19 Turning circle dia 11.78m Indian Driving Cycle*
a shame it isn’t offered with stronger engines to make VERDICT A proper sports SUV, Trunk volume NA Warranty NA Kerb weight NA Fuel tank 60-66 litres
the most of the chassis’s potential. It’s comfy too. but a pricey one too. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
But it’s pricier than it ought to be. Headroom NA Width NA

2.0 P Prestige 77.03 80.21 73.40 81.25 80.72 1999/4 250/365 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
2.0 D Prestige 78.74 80.71 73.86 81.75 81.23 1999/4 180/430 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
XE XE
XE The ‘baby Jag’ is fresh from a facelift and looks FOR Ride and handling, strong DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4691/1850/1416mm Wheelbase 2835mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
even better than the outgoing model did. It’s still petrol engine. Tyre size 225/55 R17 Turning circle dia 11.22m Indian Driving Cycle*
as dynamic and driver-centric as the previous one AGAINST Rear legroom average. Trunk volume NA Warranty NA
and still looks the part. While the cabin has a certain VERDICT Arguably the most Kerb weight 1611-55kg Fuel tank NA
warmth to it, space in the back is down on rivals. evocative of the mid-size SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
luxury sedans. Headroom NA Width NA

2.0 S 53.88 53.55 50.18 54.45 56.69 1997/4 250/365 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
2.0 SE 55.43 55.14 51.67 56.07 58.37 1997/4 250/365 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
2.0 S 55.01 54.45 50.18 54.45 56.69 1999/4 180/430 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
2.0 SE 56.58 56.07 51.67 56.07 58.37 1999/4 180/430 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
*In kick-down mode for automatics. Note: Performance and fuel economy figures are constantly updated and hence may differ from figures in earlier road tests. *Indian Driving Cycle figures are as per ARAI standards. *** Ex-Maharashtra prices.

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NEW CARS A-Z
MODEL DETAILS PRICES IN LAKHS (ON-ROAD) ENGINE & TRANSMISSION PERFORMANCE FEATURES INFOTAINMENT SAFETY

STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

FOG LAMPS
KOLKATA

CHENNAI
MUMBAI
DELHI

ABS
ESP
AC
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XF XF
XF The new XF is a rewarding car to drive. It’s got FOR Handling, petrol performance. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5067/2091/1457mm Wheelbase 2960mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
a great steering, handles well and, on the right roads, AGAINST Diesel engine refinement Tyre size 245/45 R18 Turning circle dia 11.61m Indian Driving Cycle*
will put a smile on your face especially the 250hp petrol could be better, top versions expensive. Trunk volume 505 Litres Warranty NA
variants. The new diesel engine works well enough too. VERDICT An entertaining drive but not Kerb weight NA Fuel tank 66-74 litres
While it’s more spacious and luxurious than before, quite a game-changer like SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
the cabin could have been more special. the original XF. Headroom NA Width NA
2.0 Prestige 65.48 66.47 62.39 68.31 68.41 1997/4 250/365 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
2.0 Portfolio 72.21 74.08 69.51 76.03 76.36 1997/4 250/365 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
2.0 Pure 60.94 62.00 57.27 62.75 62.68 1999/4 180/430 8/A D 9.04 — 5.26 6.70 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
2.0 Prestige 67.11 68.43 63.18 69.17 69.28 1999/4 180/430 8/A D 9.04 — 5.26 6.70 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
2.0 Portfolio 74.49 76.11 70.24 76.83 77.17 1999/4 180/430 8/A D 9.04 — 5.26 6.70 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
XJ XJ
XJ The XJ doesn’t feel as clinical as its German rivals FOR Distinctive looks, diesel DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5255/2105/1460mm Wheelbase 3157mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
and comes across as a car with soul. It is the oldest of engine performance. Tyre size 245/50 R18, 275/45 R18 Turning circle dia 12.3m Indian Driving Cycle*
its contemporaries but styling, trim and a diesel engine AGAINST Showing its age. Trunk volume NA Warranty NA
updates have helped bring it up to speed. The diesel V6 VERDICT Not class-best, but one we’d Kerb weight 1774kg Fuel tank 77-80 litres
offers characterful performance and even highly recommend nonetheless. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
the four-cylinder petrol is surprisingly able. Headroom NA Width NA

3.0 XJ50 135.34 136.71 107.82** 137.44 138.38 2993/V6 300/700 8/A D 6.43 — 4.17 4.60 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
JEEP JEEP
Compass Compass
COMPASS Jeep’s made-in-India SUV also comes across FOR Ride and handling, tough build. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4395/1818/1640mm Wheelbase 2636mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
as a made-for-India SUV. It’s built tough, offers brilliant AGAINST Average fuel economy (petrol), Tyre size 225/60 R17 Turning circle dia NA Trunk volume 408-1191 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
ride quality, a punchy diesel (now with a smooth auto Trailhawk is pricey. Warranty NA Ground clearance NA Petrol 8.5/12.5/NA
option), sorted handling, and has genuine off-road VERDICT A Jeep you’d find Kerb weight 1537-1641kg Fuel tank 60 litres Diesel 11.0/14.2/17.1kpl
ability. It appears pricey for its size but few rivals have hard to resist. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 71/87cm (16.3kpl 4x4)
the same depth of engineering. Headroom 91cm Width 141cm. Diesel-AT NA/NA/NA
1.4 MultiAir Sport 18.34 18.62 17.66 18.96 19.53 1368/4 162/250 6/M P 10.29 190 7.30 6.73 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 El/El F/R 7 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
1.4 MultiAir Sport Plus 19.36 19.64 17.90 19.43 20.62 1368/4 162/250 6/M P 10.29 190 7.30 6.73 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
1.4 MultiAir Longitude (O) 22.77 22.81 21.62 22.99 23.73 1368/4 162/250 7/A P 10.29 190 7.30 6.73 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
1.4 MultiAir Limited 23.91 23.71 22.78 24.18 24.91 1368/4 162/250 7/A P 10.29 190 7.30 6.73 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
1.4 MultiAir Limited (O) 24.59 24.61 23.43 24.90 25.86 1368/4 162/250 7/A P 10.29 190 7.30 6.73 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
1.4 MultiAir Limited Plus 25.59 26.22 24.45 26.00 27.25 1368/4 162/250 7/A P 10.29 190 7.30 6.73 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
2.0 Multijet Sport 20.12 20.34 19.22 20.38 20.98 1956/4 173/350 6/M D 11.84 195 10.70 11.71 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 El/El F/R 7 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
2.0 Multijet Sport Plus 21.74 22.22 19.21 20.83 22.66 1368/4 162/250 6/M P 10.29 190 7.30 6.73 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
2.0 Multijet Longitude 22.31 22.03 20.70 22.08 22.74 1956/4 173/350 6/M D 11.84 195 10.70 11.71 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
2.0 Multijet Longitude (O) 22.78 23.04 21.66 23.01 25.75 1956/4 173/350 6/M D 11.84 195 10.70 11.71 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
2.0 Multijet Longitude 4X4 A/T 21.96** 21.96** 21.96** 21.96** 21.96** 1956/4 173/350 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
2.0 Multijet Limited 23.78 24.06 22.61 24.12 24.82 1956/4 173/350 6/M D 11.84 195 10.70 11.71 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
2.0 Multijet Limited (O) 24.35 24.85 23.26 24.70 25.65 1956/4 173/350 6/M D 11.84 195 10.70 11.71 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
2.0 Multijet Limited 4x4 25.87 26.40 24.60 26.25 27.26 1956/4 173/350 6/M D 11.84 195 10.70 11.71 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
2.0 Multijet Limited (O) 4x4 27.00 26.97 25.25 26.82 27.82 1956/4 173/350 6/M D 11.84 195 10.70 11.71 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
2.0 Multijet Limited+ 4x2 26.22 27.49 24.29 25.80 26.83 1956/4 173/350 6/M D 11.84 195 10.70 11.71 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
2.0 Multijet Limited+ 4x4 28.31 29.63 26.28 27.93 30.63 1956/4 173/350 6/M D 11.84 195 10.70 11.71 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
2.0 Multijet Limited+ 4x4 A/T 24.99** 24.99** 24.99** 24.99** 24.99** 1956/4 173/350 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
Trailhawk 33.01 33.70 29.98 32.53 33.86 1956/4 173/350 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
Grand Cherokee Grand Cherokee
GRAND CHEROKEE Jeep’s flagship SUV is big in size and FOR Performance (SRT), DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4828-4826/1943-1954/1749-1802mm Wheelbase 2915mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
presence. The cabin is spacious and comfy, but is let down by off-road ability. Tyre size 265/50 R20, 265/60 R18, 295/45 ZR20 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
low-rent plastics. It’s good to drive on road but really comes AGAINST Fit and finish, price (diesel). Trunk volume 1025 litres Warranty NA Ground clearance 206-210mm
alive in the rough. Unfortunately, the diesels are expensive and VERDICT A plush and rugged Kerb weight 2432-2458kg Fuel tank 93.5 litres
actually make the 475hp SRT come across as decent value. luxury SUV that can go anywhere. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA

4X4 Limited 94.29 100.68 89.24 94.99 98.92 2987/V6 243/570 8/A D 9.02 — 5.99 7.54 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 7 3
4X4 Summit 106.71 113.95 100.94 107.82 112.26 2987/V6 243/570 8/A D 9.02 — 5.99 7.54 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3
SRT 132.52 144.72 128.59 137.40 143.08 6417/V8 475/637 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3
Wrangler Unlimited Wrangler Unlimited
WRANGLER UNLIMITED The Wrangler is no ordinary SUV. FOR Sheer off-road ability, image. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4583-4882/1877-94/1829-1860mm Wheelbase 2947-3008mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
It’s an off-roader first, and a great one at that. AGAINST No diesel option, expensive. Tyre size 245/75 R17 Turning circle dia NA Trunk volume 884 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
Removable doors and make it a little more multi-faceted. VERDICT One of the best off-roaders in Warranty 2 year/unlimited km Ground clearance 217-38mm
The latest-gen also gets more luxuries but if you priority the world, but it’s not cheap. Kerb weight 2119kg Fuel tank 85 litres
is comfort, the Wrangler isn’t for you. The sole engine – a SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
2.0 petrol – is adept. Rubicon is even more hardcore. Headroom NA Width NA
2.0 Sahara 75.01 75.24 71.10 77.18 80.36 1999/4 268/400 8/A P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 7/7 7 3/3 Ex/7 7 3 7 7 In 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 3
2.0 Rubicon 68.94** 68.94** 68.94** 68.94** 68.94** 1999/4 268/400 8/A P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 7/7 7 3/3 Ex/7 7 3 7 7 In 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 3
KIA KIA
Carnival Carnival
CARNIVAL The Carnival slots into the vast gap between FOR Roomy and plush interior, flexible DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5115/1985/1740mm Wheelbase 3060mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
the Toyota Innova Crysta and the far more expensive seating. Tyre size 235/60 R180 Turning circle dia 000m Indian Driving Cycle*
Mercedes V-class. It’s big on features and also scores on AGAINST Size could be an issue in Trunk volume 540 litres Ground clearance 180mm Kerb weight 2093-2201kg 2.2 diesel-AT NA/NA/13.9
practicality with 7, 8 and 9-seat options. The sole 2.2 congested areas. Fuel tank 60 litres Warranty 3 years
diesel and 8-speed auto work well though the Kia’s sheer VERDICT A viable upgrade to the SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
size makes it a touch hard to park and manoeuvre. Innova Crysta. Headroom NA Width NA
Premium (7 Seater) 29.69 30.31 27.94 30.18 31.28 2199/4 200/440 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/7 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 7 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
Premium (8 Seater) 29.93 30.55 28.17 30.42 31.53 2199/4 200/440 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/7 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 7 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
 = Standard,  = Not available,  = Optional, M = Manual, A = Automatic, F = Front, R = Rear, In = Internal, Ex = External, El = Electric, Re = Remote , NA = Not Available, T = Turbocharged, H = Horizontally-opposed, S = Supercharged. **Ex-showroom prices.

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MODEL DETAILS PRICES IN LAKHS (ON-ROAD) ENGINE & TRANSMISSION PERFORMANCE FEATURES INFOTAINMENT SAFETY

STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

FOG LAMPS
KOLKATA

CHENNAI
MUMBAI
DELHI

ABS
ESP
AC
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Prestige (7 Seater) 34.40 35.11 32.36 34.97 36.24 2199/4 200/440 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 7 3 3 7 3 3 6 7
Prestige (9 Seater) 35.60 36.31 33.46 36.17 37.48 2199/4 200/440 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 7 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
Limousine (7 Seater) 40.27 41.23 38.01 40.97 42.44 2199/4 200/440 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
Seltos Seltos
SELTOS Kia’s first model for India has hit the nail on the head. FOR Excellent quality, refinement. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4315/1800/1635mm Wheelbase 2610mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
The midsize SUV’s quite attaractive, the material quality AGAINST No paddleshifters on 1.4 DCT, Tyre size 205/65 R16, 215/60 R17 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
on the inside is nothing short of excellent and equipment on no top-spec auto. Ground clearance 190mm Kerb weight NA Fuel tank 50 litres 1.5 petrol-MT NA/NA/16.5 1.5
offer is class-leading. It comes with three engine options - VERDICT The SUV that’ll dethrone the SEAT DIMENSIONS Front seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA petrol-CVT NA/NA/16.8 1.5 diesel-
the 1.5 diesel is very refined and pleasant, 1.5 petrol is decent Creta. Headroom NA Width NA MT NA/NA/21 1.5 diesel-AT NA/
enough and the 1.4 turbo-petrol adds a dose of sportiness. NA/18 1.4 petrol-MT NA/NA/16.1
All motors come with manual and automatic options. 1.4 petrol-DCT NA/NA/16.5
1.5 HTE 11.05 11.70 10.78 11.32 11.87 1497/4 115/144 6/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 3 M/7 R 3 7/3 In/7 7 3 7 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 7 7 3 3 2 3
1.5 HTK 11.90 12.36 11.11 12.39 12.79 1497/4 115/144 6/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 3 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/7 7 3 3 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
1.5 HTK+ 13.27 13.75 12.53 13.81 14.26 1497/4 115/144 6/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 7 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
1.5 HTX 15.09 15.58 14.30 15.72 16.23 1497/4 115/144 6/M P — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 7 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3
1.5 HTX CVT 16.23 16.74 15.40 16.91 17.45 1497/4 115/144 CVT P — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 7 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3
1.5 CRDi HTE 12.22 12.63 11.11 12.45 12.85 1493/4 115/250 6/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 3 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/7 7 3 7 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 7 7 3 3 2 3
1.5 CRDi HTK 13.62 14.05 12.53 13.87 14.32 1493/4 115/250 6/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 3 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/7 7 3 7 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
1.5 CRDi HTK+ 14.78 15.23 13.64 15.06 15.55 1493/4 115/250 6/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 7 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
1.5 CRDi HTK+ AT 15.95 16.41 14.74 16.25 16.78 1493/4 115/250 6/A D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 7 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
1.5 CRDi HTX 16.64 17.09 15.40 16.97 17.51 1493/4 115/250 6/M D — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 7 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3
1.5 CRDi HTX+ 18.04 18.51 16.72 18.39 18.99 1493/4 115/250 6/M D — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 7 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
1.5 CRDi HTX+ AT 19.21 19.70 17.86 19.58 20.22 1493/4 115/250 6/A D — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 7 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
1.5 CRDi GTX+ AT 18.74 20.88 18.86 20.77 21.44 1493/4 115/250 6/A D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 7 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3
1.4 GDI GTK 15.89 16.40 15.07 16.55 17.08 1353/4 140/242 6/M P — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 7 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
1.4 GDI GTX 17.60 18.14 16.72 18.33 18.93 1353/4 140/242 6/M P — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 7 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
1.4 GDI GTX DCT 18.63 20.47 17.86 19.52 20.00 1353/4 140/242 7/A P — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 7 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
1.4 GDI GTX+ 18.74 19.30 17.86 19.52 20.16 1353/4 140/242 6/M P — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 7 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
1.4 GDI GTX+ DCT 19.88 20.02 17.78 20.71 21.38 1353/4 140/242 7/A P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 7 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
LAMBORGHINI LAMBORGHINI
Aventador Aventador
AVENTADOR A V12 Lamborghini has to be a hairy old beast. FOR Epic engine, is a riot to drive. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4797/2030/1136mm Wheelbase 2700mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
The Aventador is just that with a lot of new tech and a bit AGAINST Unyielding ride, Tyre size 255/30 R20, 355/25 R21 Turning circle dia 12.5m Indian Driving Cycle*
more manners. The new Aventador S’ four-wheel steering wildly expensive. Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 1575kg S Coupe 3.6/8.8/NA
adds an agility the old car lacked and, believe it or not, VERDICT Tremendously exciting but Fuel tank 90 litres
the V12 now makes even more power. Still, it’s a car only hugely impractical. SEAT DIMENSIONS Front seat: Legroom min/max 67/81cm
for the brave. Headroom 92cm Width 138cm
S Coupe 589.00 600.00 584.00 595.00 605.00 6498/V12 740/689 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 7 3 3 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
SVJ 828.00 842.00 820.00 835.00 849.00 6498/V12 770/720 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 7 3 3 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
Huracan Evo Huracan Evo
HURACAN EVO Even more dramatic to look at both FOR Performance, surprisingly usable. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4459/1924/1165mm Wheelbase 2620mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
inside and outside, still loaded with new technology and AGAINST Steering could have been Tyre size 245/35 R19, 305/30 R20 Turning circle dia 11.5m Indian Driving Cycle*
very usable, the Huracán Evo is essentially a facelift for more feelsome. Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 1389-1542kg
Lamborghini’s V10 supercar. The 5.2-litre engine is even VERDICT Friendly when you need it Fuel tank NA
more powerful now, making the supercar even quicker. to be, exhilarating in general. SEAT DIMENSIONS Front seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
You’d still pay a hefty price for it. Headroom NA Width NA
Huracan Evo RWD 322.00** 322.00** 322.00** 322.00**322.00** 5204/V10 610/550 7/A P — 325 — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 7 3 3 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
Huracan Evo 373.00** 373.00** 373.00** 373.00** 373.00** 5204/V10 640/600 7/A P — 325 — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 7 3 3 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
Huracan Evo Spyder 410.00** 410.00** 410.00** 410.00** 410.00** 5204/V10 640/600 7/A P — 325 — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 7 3 3 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
Urus Urus
URUS The Urus promises every bit of the drama and FOR Performance, handling. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5112/2016/1638mm Wheelbase 3003mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
performance of Lamborghini supercars, just in an SUV AGAINST Sold out for 2018. Tyre size 285/45 ZR21, 315/40 ZR21 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
body. It is blisteringly quick – 0-100kph takes 3.6sec – yet VERDICT The perfect Lambo Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 2200kg
has all the ground clearance you’d want, and even offers for India. Fuel tank 85 litres.
usable rear seats. In fact, we’d even call it well priced for SEAT DIMENSIONS Front seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
what it is. Did someone say ‘super SUV’? Headroom NA Width NA.
Urus 300.00** 300.00** 300.00** 300.00** 300.00** 3996/V8 650/850 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 3 3 7 In 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 3 6 3 El/3 7
LAND ROVER LAND ROVER
Discovery Discovery
DISCOVERY The new Discovery differentiates itself from FOR Practicality, all-round ability. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4988/2220/1888mm Wheelbase 2922mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
rivals with genuine go-anywhere ability. The plush cabin AGAINST Diesel versions are pricey. Tyre size 235/70 R19 Turning circle dia 12.3m Indian Driving Cycle*
is spacious and there’s practicality built into every VERDICT A seven-seat SUV for Trunk volume 280-2558 litres Warranty NA Ground clearance 284mm
aspect. Diesel ones are expensive but the petrol models the adventurer. Kerb weight NA Fuel tank 89 (P)/85 (D) litres
offer lots of SUV for the money. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
2.0 L Diesel S 92.75 97.74 83.51 90.65 94.39 1999/4 240/430 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 8 3
2.0 L Diesel SE 97.59 102.99 88.11 95.65 99.59 1999/4 240/430 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
2.0 L Diesel HSE 101.80 107.56 92.35 100.23 104.36 1999/4 240/430 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
2.0 L Diesel HSE Luxury 107.59 113.84 97.86 106.21 110.59 1999/4 240/430 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
3.0 L Diesel S 109.43 109.91 98.76 114.47 111.62 2993/V6 247/600 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 8 3
3.0 L Diesel SE 118.95 119.77 107.72 127.86 121.75 2993/V6 247/600 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
3.0 L Diesel HSE 124.99 130.83 113.32 133.80 128.19 2993/V6 247/600 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
3.0 L Diesel HSE Luxury 132.68 137.78 120.65 140.24 136.38 2993/V6 247/600 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
3.0 L Petrol S 92.86 93.97 85.44 100.06 96.58 2995/V6 300/450 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 8 3
3.0 L Petrol SE 97.22 98.55 89.93 108.29 101.63 2995/V6 300/450 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
3.0 L Petrol HSE 101.28 102.81 93.86 112.30 106.07 2995/V6 300/450 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
3.0 L Petrol HSE Luxury 107.01 108.82 99.42 116.91 112.36 2995/V6 300/450 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
*In kick-down mode for automatics. Note: Performance and fuel economy figures are constantly updated and hence may differ from figures in earlier road tests. *Indian Driving Cycle figures are as per ARAI standards. *** Ex-Maharashtra prices.

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STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
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POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

FOG LAMPS
KOLKATA

CHENNAI
MUMBAI
DELHI

ABS
ESP
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Discovery Sport Discovery Sport

DISCOVERY SPORT Tevised design and more kit make the FOR All round ability, tough build. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4600/1894/1724mm Wheelbase 2741mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
likeable Discovery Sport easier to recommend still. It’s the AGAINST Uncomfortable third row. Tyre size NA Turning circle dia 11.6m Trunk volume 65 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
most outdoorsy midsize luxury SUV and is the only one VERDICT Capable SUV with a personality Ground clearance 212mm Kerb weight 2000kg
with three rows of seats, limited as the space may be. very distinct from its rivals. Fuel tank NA Warranty 3 years/1,00,000km
There’s only a diesel for now but the petrol comes soon. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
2.0 L S 69.71 57.06** 57.06** 57.06** 57.06** 1999/4 180/430 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3
2.0 L R-Dynamic SE 74.18 60.89** 60.89** 60.89** 60.89** 1999/4 180/430 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3
Range Rover Range Rover
RANGE ROVER It’s very pricey, but then again, it gets FOR Waftability, go-anywhere ability, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4999-5199/2034/1835mm Wheelbase 2922-3120mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
you luxury sedan-like comfort and Land Rover-like proper luxury. Tyre size NA Turning circle dia 12.3-13m Trunk volume 535 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
go-anywhere ability in one imposing package. The AGAINST Exorbitant price. Ground clearance 225-275mm Kerb weight 2687-2717kg
interiors are luxurious, and the high-set driving position VERDICT Everything a Range Rover Fuel tank NA Warranty 2 years/unlimited mileage
makes it more appealing. The LWB adds even more stands for, only better. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
space, but for a substantial price. Headroom NA Width NA
3.0 l Vogue 212.41 215.51 201.48 224.40 227.81 2993/V6 247/600 8/A D 7.9 — 4.86 5.90 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
3.0 l LWB Vogue 227.54 229.75 216.29 240.52 244.57 2993/V6 247/600 8/A D 7.9 — 4.86 5.90 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
4.4 l LWB Vogue SE 273.33 273.78 262.07 277.07 296.35 4367/V8 340/740 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
4.4 l LWB Autobiography 278.49 289.68 278.61 307.26 315.06 4367/V8 340/740 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
4.4 l LWB SVAutobiography 450.43 439.53 434.43 478.05 491.33 4367/V8 340/740 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
3.0 l LWB Vogue 220.99 229.75 216.29 240.52 244.57 2995/V6 340/450 8/A P 8.2 — 5.17 6.13 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
3.0 l LWB Vogue SE 241.47 249.96 236.94 263.01 267.92 2995/V6 340/450 8/A P 8.2 — 5.17 6.13 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
5.0 l Autobiography 279.99 286.93 288.13 304.04 325.83 4999/V8 566/700 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
5.0 l SVAutobio. Dynamic 363.15 367.65 359.69 396.67 406.78 4999/V8 566/700 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
5.0 l LWB SVAutobiography 450.43 452.31 447.53 492.53 506.37 4999/V8 566/700 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
Range Rover Evoque Range Rover Evoque
RANGE ROVER EVOQUE NNow in its second-generation, the FOR Stylish looks, go-anywhere ability. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4371/1996/1649mm Wheelbase 2681mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
Evoque is still the fashion icon of the Range Rover line-up and AGAINST 9-speed gearbox could be Tyre size 235/60 R18 Turning circle dia 11.6m Indian Driving Cycle*
is as capable off-road as ever. The diesel engine is refined and smoother, touchscreen feels slow. Trunk volume 591 litres Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 11915-2350kg
effortless though doesn’t like to be strung out. On offer in two VERDICT Stylish SUV that’s as much at Fuel tank 66 litres Warranty NA
variants, even entry-level Evoques are well-equipped. home in mud as it is in Madrid. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
2.0 L Diesel S 67.30 54.94** 54.94** 69.60 69.12 1999/4 179/430 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3
2.0 L Diesel R-Dynamic SE 73.02 59.85** 59.85** 75.54 75.25 1999/4 179/430 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3
Range Rover Sport Range Rover Sport
RANGE ROVER SPORT To many, the Sport is a more FOR Superb build, comfort. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4850-4856/1983-2073/1780mm Wheelbase 2923mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
sensible alternative to the full-blown Range Rover. It’s as AGAINST Not as sporty to drive Tyre size 235/70 R19, 275/45 R21 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
luxurious, nearly as capable and costs a bundle less. The as you expect it to be price. Trunk volume 280-2558 litres Ground clearance 227mm
Sport’s also nice to drive but despite the name, it leans VERDICT A significantly cheaper Kerb weight 2335-2675kg Fuel tank NA Warranty NA
more towards luxury. Unless, of course, you opt for the alternative to the big Range Rover. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
ballistic SVR version. Headroom NA Width NA
2.0 L Petrol S 104.35 112.19 96.48 86.71** 109.03 1997/4 240/340 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 7 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
2.0 L Petrol SE 113.23 122.03 105.06 94.49** 118.73 1997/4 240/340 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 7 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
2.0 L Petrol HSE 120.17 129.62 174.04 100.57** 195.53 1997/4 240/340 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 7 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
3.0 L Diesel S 127.53 132.61 115.27 128.25 130.29 2993/V6 258/600 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 7 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
3.0 L Diesel SE 145.64 148.95 132.26 146.68 149.52 2993/V6 258/600 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
3.0 L Diesel HSE 166.68 167.92 152.00 168.09 171.84 2993/V6 258/600 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
4.4 L Diesel HSE 180.89 180.74 165.32 182.55 186.90 4367/V8 340/740 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
3.0 L Petrol SE 136.03 144.32 127.44 141.46 144.06 2995/V6 340/450 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
3.0 L Petrol HSE 156.03 162.91 146.78 162.43 165.93 2995/V6 340/450 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
5.0 L Autobio. Dynamic 209.81 212.91 198.78 218.84 224.75 4999/V8 525/625 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
5.0 L Petrol SVR 239.23 240.26 227.21 249.70 256.92 4999/V8 575/700 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
Range Rover Velar Range Rover Velar
RANGE ROVER VELAR The sort of SUV you’d love to roll up FOR Style, well-appointed cabin. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4797/2032/1665mm Wheelbase 2874mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
on to the red carpet in, it is attractive and has appeal. The AGAINST Expensive. Tyre size NA Turning circle dia 11.6m Trunk volume NA Indian Driving Cycle*
spacious five-seater has two engine options – both the 2.0-litre VERDICT An SUV that will lure Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 1857kg Fuel tank NA Warranty NA
motors are quite punchy. However, the Velar is a touch pricey. you for the way it looks. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
2.0 l Petrol R-Dynamic S 107.99 114.28 82.80 90.83 91.00 1997/4 184/365 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
2.0 l Diesel R-Dynamic S 110.25 114.28 82.80 115.72 106.83 1999/4 179/430 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
LEXUS LEXUS
ES ES
ES Almost mini-LS in look, the latest ES makes more of FOR Green image, spacious cabin. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4975/1865/1445mm Wheelbase 2870mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
a statement than its predecessor. Its insides are more inviting AGAINST Overpriced. Tyre size 235/45 R18 Turning circle dia 11.8m Trunk volume 454 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
and comfortable, and gets more kit. There’s only a petrol- VERDICT Good but would you buy Ground clearance 150mm Kerb weight 1740kg 300h NA/NA/22.37
electric powertrain but it gives the ES the right credentials in one over an E-Class? Fuel tank 65 litres Warranty 3 year/1,00,000km
our eco-conscious times. It still feels overpriced for what it is. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA

ES 300h 59.95** 76.41 59.95** 69.73 75.37 2487/4 218/221 CVT P/E — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 10 3
LC LC
LC More a grand tourer than a sportscar, the LC500h FOR Jaw-dropping design, superb DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4770/1920/1345mm Wheelbase 2870mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
comes with a 354hp V6 petrol-electric setup. cabin. Tyre size NA Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
Acceleration is brisk but this is not a car built for outright AGAINST Lacks the visceral pleasure Trunk volume NA Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 1985kg
performance. What it is, is utterly desirable to look at. The of the V8 option. Fuel tank 82 litres Warranty NA
cabin is also plush and comfortable in the extreme. VERDICT The greenest sportscar you SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
can buy in India. Headroom NA Width NA

LC500h 196.00** 196.00** 196.00** 196.00** 196.00** 3456/V6 354/348 CVT P/E — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 7 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 3 8 3
 = Standard,  = Not available,  = Optional, M = Manual, A = Automatic, F = Front, R = Rear, In = Internal, Ex = External, El = Electric, Re = Remote , NA = Not Available, T = Turbocharged, H = Horizontally-opposed, S = Supercharged. **Ex-showroom prices.

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STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

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LS LS
LS The latest LS is the most radical Lexus uber-limousine yet. It’s FOR Rear seat comfort, performance. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5235/1900/1450mm Wheelbase 3125mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
very modern, very Japanese and very Lexus in look and has a AGAINST Expensive. Tyre size 245/45 RF20 Turning circle dia 11.4m Trunk volume NA Indian Driving Cycle*
lovingly crafted cabin too, albeit one that’s half a notch down on VERDICT A refreshingly different Ground clearance 147mm Kerb weight 2280kg
the Germans. The LS’ efficient hybrid powertrain has a sporty side take on the luxury limousine. Fuel tank 84 litres Warranty NA
but its best enjoyed from the comfort of the brilliant rear seats. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
LS500h Luxury 182.21** 182.21** 182.21** 207.00 228.25 3456/V6 359/350 CVT P/E — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 14 3
LS500h Ultra Luxury 187.36** 187.36** 187.36** 187.36** 234.68 3456/V6 359/350 CVT P/E — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 14 3
LS500h Distinct 193.71** 193.71** 193.71** 193.71** 193.71** 3456/V6 359/350 CVT P/E — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 14 3
LX LX
LX The LX is Lexus’ Toyota Land Cruiser LC200. It’s got a lot more FOR Image, off-road ability. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5080/1980/1865mm Wheelbase 2850mm Tyre size 285/60 R18 ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
frills and the cabin is plusher, but overall ambience is down on AGAINST Overpriced, lumpy ride. Turning circle dia NA Trunk volume NA Ground clearance 225mm Indian Driving Cycle*
cheaper European SUVs. The diesel is sufficient (the petrol drinks VERDICT Exorbitant luxury SUV that Kerb weight 2660-2840kg Fuel tank 93 litres Warranty NA
like a fish) and it’s incredible off road, but its price is hard to justify. will get you to places few others can. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA

LX570 233.00** 264.28 233.00** 233.00** 291.53 5663/V8 367/530 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 10 3
NX NX
NX The NX 300h’s edgy design is distinctive and it’s got FOR Efficient powertrain, feature-rich. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4640/1845/1645mm Wheelbase 2660mm Tyre size 225/60 R18 ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
green credentials few SUVs in India get. The powertrain is AGAINST Tight rear headroom, Turning circle dia 11.4m Trunk volume NA Ground clearance 185mm Indian Driving Cycle*
efficient if not exciting, ride and handling are pleasing and unexcting to drive. VERDICT A very Kerb weight 1785-1905kg Fuel tank 56 litres Warranty 3 year/1,00,000km 300h NA/NA/18.32
the cabin has its own distinct personality. It’s well-priced too. different proposition to German rivals. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
NX300h Luxury 58.20** 74.16 58.20** 58.20** 73.19 2494/4 197/210 CVT P/E — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 10 3
NX300h F-Sport 60.60** 77.13 60.60** 60.60** 76.19 2494/4 197/210 CVT P/E — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 10 3
RX RX
RX With a design that’s bold and very ‘in your face’, Lexus’ FOR Interior feels special. Very DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4890/1895/1685mm Wheelbase 2790mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
mid-size SUV draws attention. The high-quality cabin is comfortable seats. Tyre size 235/65 R18 Turning circle dia 11.8m Trunk volume NA Indian Driving Cycle*
interestingly styled but rear headroom could be an issue AGAINST Exorbitantly priced, no Ground clearance 195mm Kerb weight 2100-2210kg
for tall passengers. There’s a powerful petrol-electric hybrid diesel engine. Fuel tank 65 litres. Warranty 3 year/1,00,000 km
powertrain on offer but no diesel. The bigger issue is pricing VERDICT Unique in many ways SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
(upwards of Rs 1 crore), making the RX unjustifiably expensive. but just too expensive. Headroom NA Width NA
RX450hL 99.00** 125.22 99.00** 99.00** 124.37 3456/V6 262/335 CVT P/E — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 10 3
MAHINDRA MAHINDRA
Alturas G4 Altura G4
ALTURAS G4 The Alturas is Mahindra’s version FOR Refined, feature-rich, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4850/1960/1825mm Wheelbase 2865mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
SsangYong’s fourth-gen Rexton. It’s far more spacious cabin. Tyre size 255/60 R18 Turning circle dia 11m Trunk volume NA Indian Driving Cycle*
accomplished than its predecessor – refined, well AGAINST Tiny third row windows. Ground clearance 180mm Kerb weight 2150kg D A/T 8.5/12/NA
specced and well priced, it’s a proper alternative to VERDICT A worthy flagship for Fuel tank 70 litres Warranty NA
the Fortuner and Endeavour. Third row seating isn’t Mahindra. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
great but there’s a lot to like about it. Headroom NA Width NA
4x2 AT 33.54 34.49 30.26 34.11 34.81 2157/4 181/420 7/A D 11.24 177 6.41 8.62 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 F/R 3 3/3 El/El 3 7 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 3
4x4 AT 37.12 38.12 33.49 37.73 38.52 2157/4 181/420 7/A D 11.24 177 6.41 8.62 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 F/R 3 3/3 El/El 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 9 3
Bolero Bolero
BOLERO Mahindra’s all-time bestseller has made a FOR Feels unbreakable, torquey engine. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3995-4494/1745/1880-1977mm Wheelbase 2680mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
reputation for being rugged and reliable, which is AGAINST Crude, not too spacious. Tyre size 215/75 R15 Turning circle dia 11.6m Trunk volume NA Indian Driving Cycle*
why it is so popular in rural areas. However, as a VERDICT Great if you want a rugged Ground clearance 180mm Fuel tank 60 litres Warranty 1 year/unlimited mileage 2.5L m2DiCR 10.79/13.34/15.4
personal car, it is too compromised and the ageing work-horse that’s one step above SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom 68/79cm
platform isn’t great on safety either. a pure utility vehicle. Headroom 99.5cm Width 128.5cm

Plus Non AC 6.43** 9.47 9.67 9.95 10.03 2523/4 63/195 5/M D 25.61 124 16.56 24.17 — 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 Ex/7 7 7 7 7 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7
7 7 7 7 7 7
Plus AC 6.80** 11.13 9.05 10.40 10.51 2523/4 63/195 5/M D 25.61 124 16.56 24.17 M 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 Ex/7 7 7 7 7 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7
7 7 7 7 7 7
SLE 9.11 9.14 9.07 10.23 10.52 2523/4 63/195 5/M D 25.61 124 16.56 24.17 M 7/7 7/7 7/7 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 Ex/7 7 7 7 7 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7
7 7 7 7 7 7
SLX 9.73 9.91 9.67 10.88 11.20 2523/4 63/195 5/M D 25.61 124 16.56 24.17 M 7/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 Ex/7 3 7 7 7 Ex 7 7 3 7 3 7
7 7 7 7 7 7
ZLX 10.01 10.33 9.95 11.17 11.50 2523/4 63/195 5/M D 25.61 124 16.56 24.17 M 7/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 Ex/7 3 7 7 7 Ex 7 3 3 7 3 7
7 7 7 7 7 7
Power+ SLE 9.30 9.67 8.70 9.50 9.79 1493/4 71/195 5/M D 21.67 — 12.86 19.22 M 7/7 7/7 7/7 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 Ex/7 7 7 7 7 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7
7 7 7 7 7 7
Power+ SLX 9.92 10.45 9.41 10.26 10.58 1493/4 71/195 5/M D 21.67 — 12.86 19.22 M 7/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 Ex/7 3 7 7 7 Ex 7 7 7 3 7 7
7 7 7 7 7 7
Power+ ZLX 10.32 10.87 9.79 10.66 10.98 1493/4 71/195 5/M D 21.67 — 12.86 19.22 M 7/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 Ex/7 3 7 7 7 Ex 7 3 3 3 3 3
7 7 7 7 7 7
KUV100 NXT KUV100 NXT
KUV100 NXT Mahindra has smartened up the KUV visually but FOR Value, practical cabin, safety kit. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3700/1735/1655mm Wheelbase 2385mm Tyre size 185/65 ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
the proportions remain comical and the SUV-inspired styling AGAINST Oddball proportions, R14, 185/60 R15 Turning circle dia 10.1m Trunk volume 243-473 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
is still a love it or hate it affair. The cabin is spacious and unexciting engine. Ground clearance 170mm Kerb weight 1095-1140kg Fuel tank 35 litres 1.2 Petrol 11/13/13.25
interestingly enpough can be had with six seats too. VERDICT Refreshingly different and easier Warranty 2 years/unlimited mileage SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom 1.2 Diesel 15.5/17.3/15.15
The KUV100 is easy to drive and reasonably well equipped too. on the eye but still falls short of class-best. min/max 67/89cm Headroom 90cm Width 127cm
1.2 mFALCON G80 K2+ 5.50** 5.50** 5.50** 5.50** 5.50** 1198/3 83/115 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 7/7 7/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 mFALCON G80 K4+ 5.96** 5.96** 5.96** 5.96** 5.96** 1198/3 83/115 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/7 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/7 7 7 7 7 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2 mFALCON G80 K8 7.12** 7.12** 7.12** 7.12** 7.12** 1198/3 83/115 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/7 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 7/3 El/3 7 7 3 7 Ex 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 2 7
Marazzo Marazzo
MARAZZO Be it in price, size or spec, the Marazzo fits right FOR Space and practicality, ease of use. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4585/1866/1774mm Wheelbase 2760mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
between the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga and Toyota Innova Crysta. AGAINST Engine can feel underpowered Tyre size 215/65 R16-17 Turning circle dia 10.5m Indian Driving Cycle*
It looks smart and also delivers comfort and practicality. It’s also under full load, top version pricey. Trunk volume 190-1055 litres Ground clearance NA 1.5 Diesel 12.5/15.5/17.3
an MPV that scores on ease of use in town. There’s only a single VERDICT A sensible buy for large families. Kerb weight NA Fuel tank 45 litres Warranty NA
engine-gearbox option on offer for now and performance is fair. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
M2 (7 STR) 11.62 12.07 11.19 11.83 12.20 1497/4 123/300 6/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/7 3/3 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/3 In/7 3 7 7 3 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
M2 (8 STR) 11.62 12.07 11.19 11.83 12.20 1497/4 123/300 6/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/7 3/3 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/3 In/7 3 7 7 3 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
M4 (7 STR) 13.92 14.13 12.56 14.31 14.58 1497/4 123/300 6/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/7 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 7 7 3/3 El/7 3 7 7 3 Ex 3 3 7 3 3 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
M4 (8 STR) 14.01 14.22 12.65 14.41 14.68 1497/4 123/300 6/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/7 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 7 7 3/3 El/7 3 7 7 3 Ex 3 3 7 3 3 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
*In kick-down mode for automatics. Note: Performance and fuel economy figures are constantly updated and hence may differ from figures in earlier road tests. *Indian Driving Cycle figures are as per ARAI standards. *** Ex-Maharashtra prices.

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MODEL DETAILS PRICES IN LAKHS (ON-ROAD) ENGINE & TRANSMISSION PERFORMANCE FEATURES INFOTAINMENT SAFETY

STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

FOG LAMPS
KOLKATA

CHENNAI
MUMBAI
DELHI

ABS
ESP
AC
C U A B T N

M6 (7 STR) 15.71 15.93 14.23 16.14 16.47 1497/4 123/300 6/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 3 3 7 3 Ex 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 2 7
M6 (8 STR) 15.81 16.03 14.32 16.24 16.57 1497/4 123/300 6/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 3 3 7 3 Ex 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 2 7
M8 (7 STR) 17.59 17.83 15.93 18.07 18.45 1497/4 123/300 6/M D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/El 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 2 7
M8 (8 STR) 17.69 17.93 16.02 18.17 18.55 1497/4 123/300 6/M D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/El 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 2 7
Scorpio Scorpio
SCORPIO The Scorpio has been a consistent seller for Mahindra. FOR Refined engine, equipment. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4456/1820/1995mm Wheelbase 2680mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
In its latest form, it comes with a feature-packed cabin that feels AGAINST Driving dynamics not Tyre size 235/65 R17 Turning circle dia 10.8-11.3m Trunk volume 820 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
several generations superior and, crucially, is much nicer to drive, perfect, poor ergonomics. Ground clearance 165mm Kerb weight 1820-2610kg Fuel tank 60 litres 2.2 4x2 11.1/14/15.4
though not the last word in ride and handling. Engines are refined VERDICT Tough SUV that works as Warranty 2 years/50,000km SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom
but only go for the pricier 140hp ones if you need the extra zing. everyday transport. min/max 68/86cm Headroom 102cm Width 147cm
S5 2WD 15.37 15.19 11.50 15.63 15.85 2179/4 120/280 5/M D 13.44 165 10.34 12.98 M 3/7 3/7 3/3 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 3 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7 7
S7 120 2WD 16.49 16.56 13.48 16.85 16.99 2179/4 120/280 5/M D 13.44 165 10.34 12.98 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/3 ln/7 3 7 7 3 Ex 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7 7
S7 140 2WD 16.85 16.92 14.56 17.22 17.67 2179/4 140/320 6/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 3 3 7 3 Ex 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7 7
S9 2WD 17.57 17.56 14.56 18.10 18.41 2179/4 140/320 6/M D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 3 3 3 3 Ex 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 7 7
S11 2WD 18.95 18.95 15.34 19.50 19.85 2179/4 140/320 6/M D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 3 3 3 3 Ex 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 7 7
S11 4WD 20.41 20.42 16.69 21.02 21.42 2179/4 140/320 6/M D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 3 3 3 3 Ex 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 7 7
TUV300 TUV300
TUV300 The updated TUV300 may not look that different, but FOR Space, practicality, tough build. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3995/1835/1839mm Wheelbase 2680mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
there’s more features, especially safety kit, and the jerky AMT AGAINST Bouncy ride, mediocre Tyre size 215/75 R15 Turning circle dia 10.7m Trunk volume 384-720 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
and the smaller 85hp engine are out. It’s still a rugged, tough performance. Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 1626-1654kg Diesel M/T 11.4/15.5/13.49
and spacious SUV. Larger TUV300 Plus adds more seats but VERDICT Tough, spacious, practical Fuel tank 60 litres Warranty NA SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom
there are better options. compact SUV but lacks sophistication. min/max 63/86cm Headroom 97cm Width 145cm

T4+ 100HP 10.21 10.49 9.60 10.23 10.36 1493/3 100/240 5/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/7 3/3 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 El 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 77 7 7
T6+ 100HP 10.89 11.20 10.25 10.92 11.16 1493/3 100/240 5/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 2 77 7 7
T8 100HP 11.55 11.95 10.93 11.65 11.92 1493/3 100/240 5/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 7/3 El/3 7 7 7 7 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 2 77 7 7
T10 11.79 12.22 11.51 11.88 12.20 1493/3 100/240 5/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 3 7 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 2 73 3 7
T10 Dual Tone 12.54 12.70 11.76 12.78 12.92 1493/3 100/240 5/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 3 7 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 2 73 3 7
T10 (O) 12.64 12.81 11.85 12.87 13.03 1493/3 100/240 5/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 3 7 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 2 73 3 7
T10 (O) Dual Tone 12.92 13.09 11.89 13.17 13.32 1493/3 100/240 5/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 7 3 3 7 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 2 73 3 7
Plus P4 11.82 12.30 11.42 12.09 12.28 2179/3 120/280 6/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/7 3/3 7/7 7 M/7 7 7 7/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 El 7 7 7 3 7 7 7 7 77 7 7
Plus P6 12.63 12.94 11.82 12.87 13.16 2179/3 120/280 6/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/7 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 7 7 7/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 El 7 7 7 3 7 7 3 2 77 7 7
Plus P8 14.07 14.29 13.03 14.46 14.56 2179/3 120/280 6/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 3 7 7 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 2 73 7 7
XUV3OO XUV3OO
XUV3OO Mahindra’s fourth sub-4m SUV is its first monocoque- FOR Pleasant diesel engine, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3995/1821/1627mm Wheelbase 2600mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
bodied one. Besides debuting a few first-in-segment features, feature-rich. AGAINST Top versions pricey, Tyre size 205/65 R16, 215/55 R17 Turning circle dia 10.6m Indian Driving Cycle*
the XUV300 also has the torquiest engines in its class. The diesel small boot. Trunk volume 257 litres Ground clearance 180mm Kerb weight NA P 9.7/14.8/17
motor is the one to pick as it has a broader range of abilities and VERDICT A proper contender form Fuel tank 42 litres Warranty 2 years/unlimited km D 14.4/17.9/20
is more efficient too. It is a bit on the costly side though. Mahindra in the compact SUV segment. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA

P W4 9.20 9.83 8.88 9.70 10.10 1197/3 110/200 6/M P 12.80 174 11.65 20.15 M 3/7 3/7 3/3 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 El 7 7 7 3 3 3 2 7
3 7 7 7
P W6 10.13 10.80 9.79 10.67 11.11 1197/3 110/200 6/M P 12.80 174 11.65 20.15 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 El 7 7 7 3 3 3 333 2 7 7
P W8 12.14 12.68 11.50 12.95 13.30 1197/3 110/200 6/M P 12.80 174 11.65 20.15 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/ 3 3 3 3 7 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 333 2 3 3
P W8 (O) 13.71 14.12 12.84 14.45 14.83 1197/3 110/200 6/M P 12.80 174 11.65 20.15 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 F/R 7 3/3 El/7 3 7 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 333 7 3 3
D W4 10.21 10.70 9.52 10.38 10.54 1497/4 117/300 6/M D 11.85 169 9.74 17.99 M 3/7 3/7 3/3 7/7 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 El 7 7 7 3 3 3 2 7
3 7 7 7
D W6 11.07 11.65 10.39 11.31 11.51 1497/4 117/300 6/M D 11.85 169 9.74 17.99 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 El 7 7 7 3 3 3 333 2 7 7
D W6 A/T 11.62 12.23 11.11 11.56 12.11 1497/4 117/300 6/A D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 El 7 7 7 3 3 3 333 2 7 3
D W8 13.19 13.56 12.10 13.62 13.70 1497/4 117/300 6/M D 11.85 169 9.74 17.99 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/ 3 3 3 3 7 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 333 2 3 3
D W8 (O) 14.58 14.97 13.39 15.06 15.16 1497/4 117/300 6/M D 11.85 169 9.74 17.99 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 F/R 7 3/3 El/7 3 7 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 333 7 3 3
D W8 A/T 13.67 14.21 12.71 14.28 14.38 1497/4 117/300 6/A D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 F/R 7 3/3 El/7 3 7 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 333 7 3 3
D W8 (O) A/T 15.22 15.62 14.05 15.72 15.84 1497/4 117/300 6/A D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 F/R 7 3/3 El/7 3 7 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 333 7 3 3
XUV5OO XUV5OO
XUV5OO Mahindra has done much to keep this SUV popular with FOR Equipment, flexibility of DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4585/1890/1785mm Wheelbase 2700mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
revamped styling, an improved cabin and more kit. Mechanical seven seats. AGAINST Inconsistent quality, Tyre size 235/65 R17 Turning circle dia 11.2m Trunk volume 93 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
upgrades make it nicer to drive too. We’d skip the manual and crude manual gearbox. Ground clearance 200mm Kerb weight 1785kg Fuel tank 70 litres 2.2 mHawk Diesel NA/NA/15.1
opt for the smooth auto — there’s a petrol engine too. However, VERDICT Not perfect but feels more Warranty 3 years/1,00,000km SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom
inconsistent quality and a lack of finesse lets the XUV down. sorted than before. min/max 67/88cm Headroom 96cm Width 147cm

W3 4x2 15.92 15.47 12.47** 15.55 15.65 2179/4 155/360 6/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 7 7 3/3 El/7 3 7 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
W5 4x2 16.15 16.22 15.62 16.28 16.40 2179/4 155/360 6/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 7 7 3/3 El/7 3 7 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
W7 4x2 17.66 17.74 17.12 17.81 17.98 2179/4 155/360 6/M D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 3 7 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
W7 4x2 A/T 19.10 19.20 18.55 19.27 19.49 2179/4 155/360 6/M D — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 3 7 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
W9 4x2 19.65 19.79 19.14 19.87 20.10 2179/4 155/360 6/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 7
W9 4x2 A/T 21.10 21.24 20.56 21.33 21.61 2179/4 155/360 6/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 7
W11 4x2 21.10 21.23 19.66 20.73 21.61 2179/4 155/360 6/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 7
W11 4x2 A/T 22.54 22.69 20.70 22.18 23.11 2179/4 155/360 6/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 7
W11 (O) 21.36 21.62 20.97 21.70 22.00 2179/4 155/360 6/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 7
W11 (O) A/T 22.80 23.07 20.28 23.16 23.50 2179/4 155/360 6/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 7
W11 (O) AWD 22.68 22.95 20.86 23.04 23.38 2179/4 155/360 6/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 7
W11 (O) AWD A/T 24.13 24.40 22.17 24.16 24.88 2179/4 155/360 6/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 7
MAHINDRA ELECTRIC MAHINDRA ELECTRIC
eVerito eVerito
eVERITO The eVerito is a fully electric Verito and is a far FOR Zero emissions, spacious cabin. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4247/1740/1540mm Wheelbase 2630mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
more practical than the e2o. Its electric motor produces AGAINST Limited range, lack of Tyre size 185/70 R14 Turning circle dia 10.5m Indian Driving Cycle*
just 41hp so don’t expect electrifying performance. dedicated electric charge points. Trunk volume 510 litres Ground clearance NA eVerito NA/NA/110km
Mahindra claims a max range of 100km on a full charge. VERDICT Without the infrastructure Kerb weight NA Battery 72V Lithium-ion on full charge
D6 variant gets fast charging (80 percent charge in to support it, it’s not a viable alternative SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
under 2 hours) and is the best choice. to regular sedans yet. Headroom NA Width NA
D2 10.39 13.24 11.93 NA 13.98 Elctrc mtr 41/91 A E — — — — M 7/7 3/7 3/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 3 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7
 = Standard,  = Not available,  = Optional, M = Manual, A = Automatic, F = Front, R = Rear, In = Internal, Ex = External, El = Electric, Re = Remote , NA = Not Available, T = Turbocharged, H = Horizontally-opposed, S = Supercharged. **Ex-showroom prices.

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MODEL DETAILS PRICES IN LAKHS (ON-ROAD) ENGINE & TRANSMISSION PERFORMANCE FEATURES INFOTAINMENT SAFETY

STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

FOG LAMPS
KOLKATA

CHENNAI
MUMBAI
DELHI

ABS
ESP
AC
C U A B T N

D4 10.66 13.24 12.21 NA 14.26 Elctrc mtr 41/91 A E — — — — M 7/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 El/7 7 7 7 7 In 3 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 7 7 7 7
D6 10.94 13.52 12.31 NA 14.37 Elctrc mtr 41/91 A E — — — — M 7/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 El/7 7 7 7 7 In 3 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 7 7 7 7
MARUTI MARUTI
Alto Alto
ALTO Maruti’s updated gets mild design tweaks and FOR Fair performance, low-speed DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3430/1490/1475mm Wheelbase 2360mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
more safety kit that helps it meet new norms. ride, affordability. Tyre size 145/80 R12 Turning circle dia 9.2m Trunk volume 177 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
The biggest change is its BS6 engine. While efficiency has AGAINST Cramped cabin, a few essential Ground clearance 160mm Kerb weight 730-762kg Fuel tank 35 litres Petrol NA/NA/22.05
reduced slightly it is still zippy and feels nimble. The cabin, features still missing. Warranty 2 years/40,000km
though, is still cramped and it still doesn’t get goodies like VERDICT The long-standing budget SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
a touchscreen like the Renault Kwid does. champion but there are better options now. Headroom NA Width NA
Std 3.39 3.67 3.34 3.57 3.70 796/3 48/69 5/M P — — — — — 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 3 7 7/3 Ex/7 7 7 7 7 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 1 7 7 7 7
Std (O) 3.45 3.73 3.40 3.61 3.74 796/3 48/69 5/M P — — — — — 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 3 7 7/3 Ex/7 7 7 7 7 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7 7 7 7
LXi 4.03 4.36 3.97 4.50 4.37 796/3 48/69 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 7/7 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 3 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 1 7 7 7 7
LXi (O) 4.07 4.41 4.02 4.55 4.42 796/3 48/69 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 7/7 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 3 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7 7 7 7
VXi 4.28 4.63 4.23 4.75 4.62 796/3 48/69 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 3/3 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 3 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 3 2 7 7 7 7
VXi+ 4.42 4.79 4.37 4.46 4.62 796/3 48/69 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 3/3 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 3 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 3 2 7 3 7 7
Alto K10 Alto K10
ALTO K10 A good option for those who feel the standard FOR Peppy engine, easy to drive. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3545/1295/1475mm Wheelbase 2360mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
Alto 800 lacks zing, the K10 is also surprisingly fun to AGAINST Narrow cabin, Tyre size 155/55 R13 Turning circle dia 9.2m Indian Driving Cycle*
drive as budget hatchbacks go. The AMT version works lacks some equipment. Trunk volume 177 litres Ground clearance 160mm M/T NA/NA/24.07
well for typical city use and also delivers similar fuel VERDICT A peppier Alto. Kerb weight 740-835kg Fuel tank 35 litres A/T 12.33/NA/24.07
economy as the manual car. What’s nice is that the Warranty 2 years/40,000km CNG NA/NA/32.26km/kg
interior aesthetics have taken a big step forward but the SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 64/83cm
cabin is cramped for family usage. Headroom 91cm Width 112cm

LX 4.11 4.37 4.23 4.01 4.58 998/3 68/90 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 1 7
7 7 7 3
LX (O) 4.21 4.23 4.36 4.08 4.55 998/3 68/90 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 1 7
7 7 7 3
LXi 4.29 4.57 4.39 4.59 4.79 998/3 68/90 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 1 7
7 7 7 3
LXi (O) 4.06 4.42 4.43 4.61 4.94 998/3 68/90 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 1 7
7 7 7 3
LXi CNG 4.99 5.10 5.08 4.14 5.52 998/3 59/78 5/M CNG — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 1 7
7 7 7 3
LXi (O) CNG 4.68 4.80 4.34** 4.52 5.26 998/3 59/78 5/M CNG — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 1 7
7 7 7 3
VXi 4.47 4.75 4.71 4.95 4.99 998/3 68/90 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 3/7 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 1 7
7 7 7 3
VXi (O) 4.63 4.91 4.79 5.19 5.15 998/3 68/90 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 3/3 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 3 7 7 In 7 7 3 3 7 7 1 7
7 7 7 3
VXi AGS 4.97 5.26 4.80 5.59 5.54 998/3 68/90 5/A P 15.49 142 9.85 12.27 M 7/7 3/7 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 1 7
7 7 7 3
VXi (O) AGS 5.05 5.32 5.05 5.53 5.37 998/3 68/90 5/A P 15.49 142 9.85 12.27 M 7/7 3/7 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 1 7
7 7 7 3
Baleno Baleno
BALENO Maruti’s largest hatch is attractive, spacious FOR Spacious cabin, fuel efficiency, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3995/1745/1500mm Wheelbase 2520mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
and well-equipped. The standard 1.2 petrol engine and equipment (Alpha trim). Tyre size 185/65 R15, 195/55 R16 Turning circle dia 9.8m Indian Driving Cycle*
the 1.2 mild-hybrid petrol are quite efficient - the latter AGAINST Mild-hybrid Trunk volume 339 litres Ground clearance 170mm Kerb weight 890-985kg Petrol M/T 13.4/21.4/15.7
adds some green credentials too. Spacious as it is, cabin versions pricey. Fuel tank 37 litres Warranty 2 years/40,000km Petrol A/T 13/21.4/14.9
quality isn’t great but on the whole the Baleno is a VERDICT A nice package with plenty SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 70/97cm Diesel M/T 14.92/27.39/18.1
smart choice. going for it. Headroom 89cm Width 133cm
1.2 K12 Sigma 6.41 6.86 6.06 6.92 7.07 1197/4 83/113 5/M P 12.6 171 13.65 20.54 M 3/7 3/7 3/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 2 7 7 7 7 3
1.2 K12 Delta 7.48 7.79 6.84 7.87 8.05 1197/4 83/113 5/M P 12.6 171 13.65 20.54 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 3/7 El/3 7 7 7 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 7 7 7 7 3
1.2 K12 Delta A/T 8.94 9.31 7.99 9.42 9.66 1197/4 83/113 CVT P 13.2 — 7.90 9.95 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 3/7 El/3 7 7 7 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 7 7 7 7 3
1.2 K12 Zeta 8.11 8.44 7.51 8.54 8.74 1197/4 83/113 5/M P 12.6 171 13.65 20.54 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 3/7 El/3 7 3 7 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 7 7 7 7 3
1.2 K12 Zeta A/T 9.57 9.96 8.66 10.09 10.34 1197/4 83/113 CVT P 13.2 — 7.90 9.95 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 3/7 El/3 7 3 7 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 7 7 7 7 3
1.2 K12 Alpha 8.80 9.17 8.28 9.28 9.50 1197/4 83/113 5/M P 12.6 171 13.65 20.54 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/7 El/3 7 3 3 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 7 33 7 3
1.2 K12 Alpha A/T 10.27 10.69 8.59** 10.83 11.11 1197/4 83/113 CVT P 13.2 — 7.90 9.95 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/7 El/3 7 3 3 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 7 33 7 3
1.2 Smart Hybrid Delta 8.46 8.81 8.09 8.92 8.82 1197/4 90/113 5/M P/E — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 3/7 El/3 7 7 7 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 7 7 7 7 3
1.2 Smart Hybrid Zeta 9.08 9.46 8.76 9.58 9.55 1197/4 90/113 5/M P/E — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 3/7 El/3 7 3 7 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 7 7 7 7 3
Celerio Celerio
CELERIO Odd name, but the car itself is surprisingly FOR Smooth petrol engine, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3695/1600/1560mm Wheelbase 2425mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
practical. Spacious, comfortable and reasonably efficiency. Tyre size 155/80R13, 165/70 R14 Turning circle dia 9.4m Indian Driving Cycle*
equipped, it’s offered with a fuel efficient automated AGAINST Insipid styling. Trunk volume 235 litres Ground clearance 165mm Petrol M/T NA/NA/23.1
manual transmission option as well. The petrol VERDICT A pleasant city car you Kerb weight 815-925kg Fuel tank 35 litres Petrol A/T NA/NA/23.1
Celerios make for stress-free city cars. can’t go wrong with. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 68/90cm
Headroom 95cm Width 125cm
LXi 4.99 5.21 4.91 5.16 5.41 998/3 68/90 5/M P 14.24 158 13.95 20.57 M 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 Ex/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 1 7
LXi (O) 5.08 5.30 5.05 5.26 5.50 998/3 68/90 5/M P 14.24 158 13.95 20.57 M 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 Ex/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 1 7
VXi 5.52 5.65 533 5.88 5.92 998/3 68/90 5/M P 15.41 158 — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/7 Ex/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 1 7
VXi A/T 5.99 6.14 5.79 6.39 6.50 998/3 68/90 5/A P 15.41 158 — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/7 Ex/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 1 7
VXi (O) 5.58 5.73 5.41 5.97 6.01 998/3 68/90 5/M P 14.24 158 13.95 20.57 M 7/7 3/7 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 1 7
VXi (O) A/T 6.05 6.22 5.87 6.47 6.58 998/3 68/90 5/A P 14.24 158 13.95 20.57 M 7/7 3/7 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 1 7
VXi CNG 6.20 6.06 6.08 6.26 6.65 998/3 59/78 5/M P/CNG — — — — M 7/7 3/7 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 1 7
VXi (O) CNG 6.12 6.15 6.17 6.35 6.75 998/3 59/78 5/M P/CNG — — — — M 7/7 3/7 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 1 7
ZXi 5.79 5.92 5.59 6.16 6.26 998/3 68/90 5/M P 14.24 158 13.95 20.57 M 3/7 3/7 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 7 7 1 7
ZXi A/T 6.25 6.43 6.07 6.69 6.81 998/3 68/90 5/A P 15.41 158 — — M 3/7 3/7 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 7 7 1 7
ZXi (O) 6.23 6.40 6.04 6.66 6.78 998/3 68/90 5/M P 14.24 158 13.95 20.57 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 3/7 7 7 3/7 El/7 7 3 7 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
ZXi (O) A/T 6.36 6.54 6.17 6.80 6.92 998/3 68/90 5/A P 15.41 158 — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/7 El/7 7 7 7 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
CelerioX VXi 5.52 5.76 5.43 6.00 6.04 998/3 68/90 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/7 Ex/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 1 7
CelerioX VXi (O) 5.58 5.83 5.50 6.08 6.17 998/3 68/90 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 3/7 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 1 7
CelerioX VXi A/T 5.99 6.25 5.90 6.51 6.60 998/3 68/90 5/A P — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/7 Ex/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 1 7
CelerioX VXi (O) A/T 6.05 6.32 5.96 6.50 6.69 998/3 68/90 5/A P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/7 El/7 7 7 7 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
CelerioX ZXi 5.79 6.04 5.70 6.30 6.39 998/3 68/90 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/7 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 7 7 1 7
CelerioX ZXi (O) 6.23 6.50 6.14 6.77 6.89 998/3 68/90 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/7 El/7 7 7 7 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
CelerioX ZXi A/T 6.25 6.53 6.16 6.61 6.92 998/3 68/90 5/A P — — — — M 3/7 3/7 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 7 7 1 7
CelerioX ZXi (O) A/T 6.36 6.64 6.27 6.91 7.03 998/3 68/90 5/A P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/7 El/7 7 7 7 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
*In kick-down mode for automatics. Note: Performance and fuel economy figures are constantly updated and hence may differ from figures in earlier road tests. *Indian Driving Cycle figures are as per ARAI standards. *** Ex-Maharashtra prices.

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MODEL DETAILS PRICES IN LAKHS (ON-ROAD) ENGINE & TRANSMISSION PERFORMANCE FEATURES INFOTAINMENT SAFETY

STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

FOG LAMPS
KOLKATA

CHENNAI
MUMBAI
DELHI

ABS
ESP
AC
C U A B T N

Ciaz Ciaz
CIAZ Maruti’s midsize sedan gets an update with revised FOR Spacious cabin, efficiency, value. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4490/1730/1485mm Wheelbase 2650mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
styling and more features, and there’s a new petrol too. The AGAINST Dull petrol engine. Tyre size 185/65 R15, 195/55 R16 Turning circle dia 10.8m Indian Driving Cycle*
new 1.5-litre petrol-hybrid promises excellent fuel economy VERDICT The mid-size sedan for the Trunk volume 510 litres Ground clearance 170mm Kerb weight 1010-1130kg Petrol M/T NA/NA/21.56
and is smooth and responsive but it’s not very exciting. the level-headed. Fuel tank 43 litres Warranty 2years/40,000km Petrol A/T NA/NA/20.28
4-speed auto feels lazy making the petrol-manual our pick. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 74/97cm Diesel NA/NA/26.82
A roomy cabin and keen pricing make it a smart buy. Headroom 90cm Width 134cm
1.5 VVT SHVS Sigma 9.57 9.87 8.98 9.90 10.24 1462/4 105/138 5/M P/E — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/7 El/7 3 7 7 3 El 3 7 3 3 3 3 2 7 7 7 7 3
1.5 VVT SHVS Delta 10.26 10.58 9.64 10.63 11.00 1462/4 105/138 5/M P/E — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/7 3 3 7 3 El 3 7 3 3 3 3 2 7 7 7 7 3
1.5 VVT SHVS Delta A/T 11.41 11.78 10.71 11.79 12.26 1462/4 105/138 4/A P/E — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/7 3 3 7 3 El 3 7 3 3 3 3 2 7 7 7 3 3
1.5 VVT SHVS Zeta 11.11 11.47 10.48 11.53 11.93 1462/4 105/138 5/M P/E — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 7 3 3 3 3 2 7 7 7 7 3
1.5 VVT SHVS Zeta A/T 12.66 12.95 11.66 13.34 13.73 1462/4 105/138 4/A P/E — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 7 3 3 3 3 2 7 7 7 3 3
1.5 VVT SHVS Alpha 11.41 11.78 10.90 11.99 12.26 1462/4 105/138 5/M P/E — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 7 7 3 3 3 2 7 33 7 3
1.5 VVT SHVS S 11.66 12.11 11.32 12.38 12.83 1462/4 105/138 5/M P/E — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 7 7 3 3 3 2 7 33 7 3
1.5 VVT SHVS Alpha A/T 13.00 13.29 12.09 13.83 14.10 1462/4 105/138 4/A P/E — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 7 7 3 3 3 2 7 33 3 3
Dzire Dzire
DZIRE The third-generation Dzire is a more wholesome package FOR Comfy ride, spacious cabin, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3995/1735/1515mm Wheelbase 2450mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
than its predecessors. There’s more cabin space and the larger frugal engine. AGAINST Top variants Tyre size 185/65 R15, 165/80 R14 Turning circle dia 9.6m Indian Driving Cycle*
boot has enhanced practicality too. Top variants are well pricey. Trunk volume 378 litres Ground clearance 163mm Petrol M/T NA/NA/22.0
equipped but a touch pricey. The petrol is smooth, frugal and VERDICT A more substantial offering Kerb weight 860-990kg Fuel tank 37 litres Warranty 2 years/40,000km Petrol A/T NA/NA/22.0
enjoyable, and comes with manual and automatic gearbox this time around and a serious SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Diesel M/T NA/NA/28.4
options. contender for class best. Headroom NA Width NA Diesel A/T NA/NA/28.4
LXi 6.59 6.81 6.43 7.07 7.22 1197/4 83/113 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 2 7
7 7 7 7 3
VXi 7.77 7.84 7.40 8.11 8.32 1197/4 83/113 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 7 7 7/7 El/7 3 7 7 3 El 7 7 3 3 3 2 7
3 7 7 7 3
VXi A/T 8.29 8.38 7.91 8.67 8.89 1197/4 83/113 5/A P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 7 7 7/7 El/7 3 7 7 3 El 7 7 3 3 3 2 7
3 7 7 7 3
ZXi 8.43 8.52 8.04 8.85 9.03 1197/4 83/113 5/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 7 3 El 3 7 3 3 3 2 7
3 7 7 7 3
ZXi A/T 8.95 9.05 8.55 9.40 9.60 1197/4 83/113 5/A P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 7 3 El 3 7 3 3 3 2 7
3 7 7 7 3
ZXi+ 9.43 9.53 9.01 9.91 10.12 1197/4 83/113 5/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 7 7 3 3 2 7
3 3 3 7 3
ZXi+ A/T 9.95 10.07 9.51 10.46 10.69 1197/4 83/113 5/A P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 7 7 3 3 2 7
3 3 3 7 3
Eeco Eeco
EECO Its USP is that it is one of the cheapest way to FOR Spacious cabin, price. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3675/1475/1800mm Wheelbase 2350mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
transport more than five people and their luggage. AGAINST Poor equipment levels, Tyre size 155 R13 Turning circle dia 9.0m Trunk volume NA Indian Driving Cycle*
It is cheap to buy, cheap to run and is reasonably no diesel option. Ground clearance 160mm Kerb weight 908-928kg Petrol NA/NA/15.10
spacious too. But don’t expect much more of the VERDICT The cheapest A-to-B transport Fuel tank 40 litres Warranty 2 years/40,000km CNG NA/NA/20.00km-kg
utilitarian Eeco. for the large family. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA

Std 5-Seater 4.36 4.65 4.41 4.94 4.85 1196/4 73/101 5/M P — — — — — 7/7 7/7 7/7 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 Ex/7 7 7 7 7 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7
AC 5-Seater 4.82 5.12 4.82 5.42 5.35 1196/4 73/101 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 Ex/7 7 7 7 7 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7
Std 5-Seater CNG 5.07 5.08 5.12 5.43 5.51 1196/4 73/64/101 5/M P/C — — — — — 7/7 7/7 7/7 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 Ex/7 7 7 7 7 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7
AC 5-Seater CNG 5.38 5.59 5.55 5.91 6.30 1196/4 73/64/101 5/M P/C — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 Ex/7 7 7 7 7 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7
Std 7-Seater 4.70 4.98 4.70 5.27 5.20 1196/4 73/101 5/M P — — — — — 7/7 7/7 7/7 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 Ex/7 7 7 7 7 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7
Ertiga Ertiga
ERTIGA Bigger and better, the new Ertiga sticks to the original’s FOR Flexible cabin, easy to drive. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4395/1735/1690mm Wheelbase 2740mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
formula. It’s not too big outside yet offers acceptable seating AGAINST Dull petrol engine. Tyre size 185/65 R15 Turning circle dia 10.4m Trunk volume 209-803 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
for seven. With the 1.5 diesel engine gone for now, the 1.5 mild- VERDICT The Maruti for large families. Ground clearance 180mm Kerb weight 1135-1245kg Petrol 9.5/16.8/19.34
hybrid petrol is the only engine on offer. it is pleasant and also Fuel tank 45 litres Warranty 2 years/40,000km Petrol AT 7/15/18.69
comes with the option of a nice auto gearbox. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA Diesel 15.2/19.4/25.47
LXi SHVS 8.78 8.83 8.33 9.29 9.36 1462/4 105/138 5/M P/E 12.10 175 11.44 15.53 M 3/7 3/7 3/3 7/7 7 7/7 3 7 3/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 2 7 7 7 7 3
VXi SHVS 9.61 9.68 9.15 10.15 10.27 1462/4 105/138 5/M P/E 12.10 175 11.44 15.53 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 3 7 3/3 El/El 3 7 7 3 Ex 7 7 7 3 3 3 2 7 7 7 7 3
VXi SHVS A/T 10.75 11.20 10.25 11.35 11.51 1462/4 105/138 4/A P/E 13.95 161 7.87 10.59 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 3 7 3/3 El/El 3 7 7 3 Ex 7 7 7 3 3 3 2 7 7 7 3 3
ZXi SHVS 10.53 10.63 10.05 11.13 11.28 1462/4 105/138 5/M P/E 12.10 175 11.44 15.53 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 3/7 3 7 3/3 El/El 3 3 7 3 Ex 3 3 7 3 3 3 2 7 7 7 7 3
ZXi SHVS A/T 11.90 12.31 11.08 12.86 12.88 1462/4 105/138 4/A P/E 13.95 161 7.87 10.59 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 3/7 3 7 3/3 El/El 3 3 7 3 Ex 3 3 7 3 3 3 2 7 7 7 3 3
VXi CNG 10.30 10.12 9.98 10.36 10.87 1462/4 105/138 5/M P/C 12.10 175 11.44 15.53 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 3/7 3 3 3/3 El/El 3 3 7 3 Ex 3 3 7 33 3 2 7 33 7 3
ZXi+ SHVS 11.13 11.24 10.63 11.73 11.93 1462/4 105/138 5/M P/E 12.10 175 11.44 15.53 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 3 7 3/3 El/El 3 7 7 3 Ex 7 7 7 3 3 3 2 7 7 7 7 3
Ignis Ignis
IGNIS The Ignis is Maruti’s hatchback for the youth; it still looks FOR Frugal yet sporty engine, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3700/1690/1595mm Wheelbase 2435mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
distinctive and polarising, which gives it a very different vibe. equipment. AGAINST Pricey, AMT Tyre size 175/65 R15 Turning circle dia 9.4m Trunk volume 260 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
At its core, the Ignis still feels like a Maruti. Unsurprisingly, it’s gearbox slow to shift. Ground clearance 180mm Kerb weight 825-960kg Petrol NA/NA/20.89
efficient, but surprisingly also spacious for its small footprint. VERDICT Funky, easy-to-drive hatch Fuel tank 32 litres Warranty 2 years/40,000km Diesel NA/NA/26.80
However, the hatch is pricey for what you get. with plenty of character. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
1.2 K12 Sigma 5.61 5.87 5.90 5.67 5.94 1197/4 83/113 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 Ex 7 7 3 3 3 33 2 7 7 7 7
1.2 K12 Delta 6.44 6.91 5.90 6.65 7.03 1197/4 83/113 5/A P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 Ex 7 7 3 3 3 33 2 7 7 7 7
1.2 K12 Delta A/T 7.13 7.45 6.67 7.18 7.59 1197/4 83/113 5/A P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 Ex 7 7 3 3 3 33 2 7 7 7 7
1.2 K12 Zeta 6.69 7.12 6.41 6.90 7.30 1197/4 83/113 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 7/7 3 7 3/3 El/3 7 3 7 7 Ex 3 3 3 3 3 33 2 7 7 7 7
1.2 K12 Zeta A/T 7.39 7.66 7.01 7.44 7.86 1197/4 83/113 5/A P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 7/7 3 7 3/3 El/3 7 3 7 7 Ex 3 3 3 3 3 33 2 7 7 7 7
1.2 K12 Alpha 7.80 8.14 7.33 7.85 8.29 1197/4 83/113 5/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 3/7 3 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 3 7 Ex 3 3 7 3 3 33 2 7 33 7
1.2 K12 Alpha A/T 8.32 8.62 7.92 8.39 8.85 1197/4 83/113 5/A P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 3/7 3 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 3 7 Ex 3 3 7 3 3 33 2 7 33 7
S-Presso S-Presso
S-PRESSO Due to its gawky, high-riding proportions, Maruti’s FOR Airy cabin, peppy engine. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3565/1520/1549-1564mm Wheelbase 2380mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
‘mini-SUV’ won’t help it win any beauty contests. Still the shape AGAINST Looks not to all tastes, Tyre size 145/80 R13, 165/70 R14 Turning circle dia 4.5m Indian Driving Cycle*
liberates plenty of cabin room and the top-spec versions are light build. Trunk volume 240 litres Ground clearance 180mm Kerb weight 726-767kg Petrol NA/NA/21.4-21.7
quite well-kitted. A highlight of the S-Presso is the BS6-spec VERDICT An excellent budget Fuel tank 27 litres Warranty NA Petrol A/T NA/NA/21.7
1.0 engine that’s peppy, refined and frugal. hatchback but definitely not an SUV. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA

Std 4.23 4.37 4.15 4.66 4.51 998/3 68/90 5/M P — — — — — 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 7/7 7 7 7 7 Re 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 1 7
Std (O) 4.30 4.44 4.21 4.73 4.58 998/3 68/90 5/M P — — — — — 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 7/7 7 7 7 7 Re 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
LXi 4.67 4.81 4.55 5.09 4.97 998/3 68/90 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 7/7 7 7 7 7 Re 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 1 7
 = Standard,  = Not available,  = Optional, M = Manual, A = Automatic, F = Front, R = Rear, In = Internal, Ex = External, El = Electric, Re = Remote , NA = Not Available, T = Turbocharged, H = Horizontally-opposed, S = Supercharged. **Ex-showroom prices.

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NEW CARS A-Z
MODEL DETAILS PRICES IN LAKHS (ON-ROAD) ENGINE & TRANSMISSION PERFORMANCE FEATURES INFOTAINMENT SAFETY

STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

FOG LAMPS
KOLKATA

CHENNAI
MUMBAI
DELHI

ABS
ESP
AC
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LXi (O) 4.74 7.88 4.61 5.16 5.04 998/3 68/90 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 7/7 7 7 7 7 Re 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
VXi 4.93 5.08 4.80 5.32 5.31 998/3 68/90 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 3/3 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 7/7 7 7 7 7 Re 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 1 7
VXi (O) 4.99 5.14 4.86 5.39 5.38 998/3 68/90 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 3/3 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 7/7 7 7 7 7 Re 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
VXI+ 5.18 5.35 5.04 5.60 5.59 998/3 68/90 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 3/3 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
VXi A/T 5.39 5.57 5.25 5.83 5.83 998/3 68/90 5/A P — — — — M 7/7 3/3 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 7/7 7 7 7 7 Re 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 1 7
VXi (O) A/T 5.46 5.64 5.31 5.90 5.90 998/3 68/90 5/A P — — — — M 7/7 3/3 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 7/7 7 7 7 7 Re 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
VXi+ A/T 5.65 5.84 5.50 6.10 6.11 998/3 68/90 5/A P — — — — M 7/7 3/3 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
Swift Swift
SWIFT The third-gen Swift builds on a successful FOR Styling, efficiency. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3840/1735/1530mm Wheelbase 2450mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
formula - a chic design, neat cabin and efficient petrol AGAINST Dull steering, top versions Tyre size 165/80 R14, 185/65 R15 Turning circle dia 9.6m Indian Driving Cycle*
engine. This Swift also happens to be more practical and are pricey. Trunk volume 268 litres Ground clearance 163mm Petrol NA/NA/22.0
better equipped. Fairly nice AMTs also bring a newfound VERDICT Prepare to join a long, Kerb weight 855-985kg Fuel tank 37 litres Warranty NA Petrol A/T NA/NA/22.0
convenience. If only this one had the original Swift’s nippy long queue for this Swift. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Diesel NA/NA/28.4
dynamics too. Headroom NA Width NA Diesel A/T NA/NA/28.4
LXi 5.90 6.09 5.75 6.39 6.45 1197/4 83/113 5/M P 13.25 — 14.65 20.75 M 3/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 Re 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
7 7 7
VXi 7.17 7.23 6.83 7.57 7.71 1197/4 83/113 5/M P 13.25 — 14.65 20.75 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 3/7 7 7 7/7 El/7 7 7 7 7 El 7 7 33 3 7 3 2 7
3 7 7
VXi A/T 7.69 7.76 7.34 8.13 8.23 1197/4 83/113 5/A P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 3/7 7 7 7/7 El/7 7 7 7 7 El 7 7 33 3 7 3 2 7
3 7 7
ZXi 7.83 7.90 7.47 8.27 8.38 1197/4 83/113 5/M P 13.25 — 14.65 20.75 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 3/7 3 7 3/3 El/3 7 3 7 7 El 3 3 33 3 7 3 2 7
3 7 7
ZXi A/T 8.35 8.43 8.01 8.82 8.95 1197/4 83/113 5/A P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 3/7 3 7 3/3 El/3 7 3 7 7 El 3 3 33 3 7 3 2 7
3 7 7
ZXi+ 8.72 8.81 8.33 9.21 9.35 1197/4 83/113 5/M P 13.25 — 14.65 20.75 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 3/7 3 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 3 7 El 3 3 33 3 7 3 2 7
3 33
ZXi+ A/T 9.21 9.31 8.81 9.73 9.88 1197/4 83/113 5/A P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 3/7 3 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 3 7 El 3 3 33 3 7 3 2 7
3 33
Vitara Brezza Vitara Brezza
VITARA BREZZA Maruti’s compact SUV sales champ has FOR Impressive efficiency, practical DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3995/1790/1640mm Wheelbase 2500mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
made the dramatic shift from diesel-only to petrol-only. cabin. AGAINST On the pricier side, no Tyre size 215/60 R16 Turning circle dia 10.4m Trunk volume 328 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
The 1.5-litre engine is likeable but lacks the punch of rival’s diesel engine. Ground clearance 198mm Kerb weight 1130-40kg Petrol MT NA/NA/17.03
turbocharged units. 4-speed auto-equipped versions bundle VERDICT Not revolutionary in any way Fuel tank 48 litres Warranty 2 years/40,000km Petrol AT NA/NA/18.76
in hybrid tech but are on the pricier side. Mild tweaks help but ticks the boxes that matter. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 68/91cm
freshen the look while the cabin remains practical as before. Headroom 99cm Width 135cm
1.5 LXi 8.35 7.34** 7.34** 8.46 7.34** 1462/4 105/138 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/7 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 3 3 3 3 2 7
3 7 7 7
1.5 VXi 9.45 8.35** 8.35** 9.60 8.35** 1462/4 105/138 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 7/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 El 7 7 3 3 3 3 2 7
3 7 7 7
1.5 VXi A/T 10.99 9.75** 9.75** 11.19 9.75** 1462/4 105/138 4/A P/E — — — — M 3/7 7/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 El 7 7 3 3 3 3 2 7
3 7 7 7
1.5 ZXi 10.28 9.10** 9.10** 10.46 9.10** 1462/4 105/138 5/M P — — — — A 3/7 7/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 3/7 El/7 3 3 3 7 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 7
3 7 7 7
1.5 ZXi SHVS A/T 12.13 10.50** 10.50** 12.68 10.50** 1462/4 105/138 4/A P/E — — — — A 3/7 7/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 3/7 El/7 3 3 3 7 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 2 7
3 7 7 7
1.5 ZXi+ 10.99 9.75** 9.75** 11.19 9.75** 1462/4 105/138 5/M P — — — — A 3/7 7/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/7 El/3 3 3 3 7 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 2 7
3 3 3 7
1.5 ZXi+ SHVS A/T 12.86 11.15** 11.15** 11.46 11.15** 1462/4 105/138 4/A P/E — — — — A 3/7 7/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/7 El/3 3 3 3 7 El 3 3 7 3 3 3 2 7
3 3 3 7
WagonR WagonR
WAGONR Like its tall-boy predecessors, the all-new FOR Effortless to drive, lots of cabin space. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3655/1620/1675mm Wheelbase 2435mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
WagonR is a spacious and practical urban runabout. AGAINST Not a great highway car, Tyre size 155/80 R13, 165/70 R14 Turning circle dia 9.4m Indian Driving Cycle*
Thanks to the option of a more powerful 1.2 engine, the light build quality. Trunk volume 341 litres Ground clearance 170mm Kerb weight 805-835kg 1.0 NA/NA/22.5
hatchback is also peppier now. Maruti offers an AMT gearbox VERDICT A very practical, easy-to-live-with Fuel tank 32 litres Warranty 2 years/40,000km 1.0 CNG NA/NA/33.54km-kg
option on both engines, adding to the convenince factor. hatchback for reasonable money. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA 1.2 NA/NA/21.5

1.0L LXi 5.06 5.27 4.97 5.47 5.44 998/3 68/90 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 3/7 3/7 7/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 1 7
1.0L LXi (O) 5.13 5.35 5.04 5.55 5.52 998/3 68/90 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 3/7 3/7 7/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.0L LXi S-CNG 5.93 5.97 5.49 5.73 6.38 998/3 59/78 5/M P/CNG — — — — M 7/7 3/7 3/7 7/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 1 7
1.0L LXi (O) S-CNG 6.00 6.05 5.54 5.79 6.47 998/3 59/78 5/M P/CNG — — — — M 7/7 3/7 3/7 7/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.0L VXi 5.55 5.78 5.45 6.00 6.45 998/3 68/90 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 1 7
1.0L VXi (O) 5.62 5.86 5.54 6.08 6.53 998/3 68/90 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.0L VXi A/T 6.06 6.32 5.95 5.54 6.60 998/3 68/90 5/A P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 1 7
1.0L VXi A/T (O) 6.13 6.40 6.03 6.64 6.68 998/3 68/90 5/A P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2L VXi 5.85 6.10 5.75 6.43 6.45 1197/4 83/113 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 1 7
1.2L VXi (O) 5.93 6.18 5.84 6.51 6.53 1197/4 83/113 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2L VXi A/T 6.36 6.64 6.26 6.55 7.02 1197/4 83/113 5/A P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 1 7
1.2L VXi (O) A/T 6.44 6.72 6.34 6.64 7.10 1197/4 83/113 5/A P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.2L ZXi 6.23 6.50 6.14 6.83 6.87 1197/4 83/113 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 7 7 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.2L ZXi A/T 6.73 7.03 6.63 7.39 7.44 1197/4 83/113 5/A P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 7 7 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
XL6 XL6
XL6 A six-seat version of the Ertiga, which retails via Maruti’s FOR Comfort, practicality. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4445/1775/1700mm Wheelbase 2740mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
Nexa outlets, the XL6 has the same 1.5-litre mild-hybrid petrol AGAINST No diesel option, Tyre size 185/65 R15 Turning circle dia 10.4m Trunk volume 209-692 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
engine, along with the manual and automatic gearbox options automatic not efficient enough. Ground clearance 180mm Kerb weight 1180-1190kg Fuel tank 45 litres Manual NA/NA/19.01
as the MPV it is based on. The premium you pay over the Ertiga VERDICT A proper premium alternative SEAT DIMENSIONS Front seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Automatic NA/NA/17.99
is also justified by the increase in kit and new design though to the Ertiga. Headroom NA Width NA
the fact that the XL6 doesn’t get a diesel option is a downer.
Zeta 11.26 11.65 10.90 11.80 12.10 1462/4 105/138 5/M P/E — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 3/7 3 3 3/3 El/El 3 3 3 3 Ex 3 3 7 3 3 3 33 7 3 2 7
Zeta AT 12.82 13.14 12.21 13.74 13.91 1462/4 105/138 4/A P/E — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 3/7 3 3 3/3 El/El 3 3 3 3 Ex 3 3 7 3 3 3 33 7 3 2 7
Alpha 12.20 12.51 11.62 13.08 13.23 1462/4 105/138 5/M P/E — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 3/7 3 3 3/3 El/El 3 3 3 3 Ex 3 3 7 3 3 3 33 7 3 2 7
Alpha AT 13.46 13.80 12.83 14.45 14.62 1462/4 105/138 4/A P/E — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 3/7 3 3 3/3 El/El 3 3 3 3 Ex 3 3 7 3 3 3 33 7 3 2 7
MASERATI MASERATI
Ghibli Ghibli
GHIBLI We never expected the Ghibli to be flawless, FOR Standout appearance, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4971/1945/1461mm Wheelbase 2998mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
and nor will many of its customers. But the sense cabin ambience. AGAINST Stiff ride, Tyre size 235/50 R18 Turning circle dia 11.7m Trunk volume 500 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
the Ghibli leaves is not of how good it is, but of how overpriced. Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 1835kg Fuel tank 70 litres Warranty NA
much better it could and should have been. VERDICT Looks and feels properly exotic SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
but far from great. Headroom NA Width NA
Diesel 133.87** 133.87** 133.87** 133.87** 133.87** 2987/V6 275/600 8/A D 7.22 250 4.13 4.79 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El 7 7 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
GranSport 138.81** 138.81** 138.81** 138.81** 138.81** 2987/V6 275/600 8/A D 7.22 250 4.13 4.79 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El 7 7 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
GranLusso 142.48** 142.48** 142.48** 142.48** 142.48** 2987/V6 275/600 8/A D 7.22 250 4.13 4.79 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El 7 7 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
*In kick-down mode for automatics. Note: Performance and fuel economy figures are constantly updated and hence may differ from figures in earlier road tests. *Indian Driving Cycle figures are as per ARAI standards. *** Ex-Maharashtra prices.

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MODEL DETAILS PRICES IN LAKHS (ON-ROAD) ENGINE & TRANSMISSION PERFORMANCE FEATURES INFOTAINMENT SAFETY

STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

FOG LAMPS
KOLKATA

CHENNAI
MUMBAI
DELHI

ABS
ESP
AC
C U A B T N

GranCabrio GranCabrio
GRANCABRIO The GranCabrio is a genuine and exciting FOR Styling, rear seats, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4881/1915/1380mm Wheelbase 2942mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
four-seat convertible. It’s impeccably built and there’s charismatic V8. Tyre size 245/35 R20 (F), 285/35 R20 Turning circle dia 10.7m Indian Driving Cycle*
reasonable room for two people in the back, even if AGAINST Dynamics, small boot. Trunk volume 173 litres Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 2350kg
they will be blown about a bit on longer, VERDICT The GranCabrio is elegant, Fuel tank 75 litres Warranty NA
faster journeys. exciting, if dynamically average. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA

GranCabrio Sport 227.00 NA NA NA NA 4691/V8 439/490 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El 3 3 3 3 Re 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 6 3 R 7 3/3 El/3
GranCabrio MC 238.00 NA NA NA NA 4691/V8 439/490 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El 3 3 3 3 Re 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 6 3 R 7 3/3 El/3
GranTurismo GranTurismo
GRANTURISMO Even stationary, the GranTurismo embodies FOR Interior space, agile handling. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4881/2056/1353mm Wheelbase NA ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
the romanticism and excitement of a Maserati. The interior AGAINST Seating position, brakes. Tyre size 245/40 R19 (F), 285/40 R19 (R) Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
marks a step forward for the brand, and on the move, VERDICT For the first time in a long Trunk volume NA Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 1995kg
the GT continues the company’s renaissance, with a genuinely time, you no longer need to make Fuel tank NA Warranty NA
sporting balance and a high-revving V8 rich in character. excuses to buy and run a Maserati. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
GranTurismo Sport 258.00 NA NA NA NA 4244/V8 411/461 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El 3 3 3 3 Re 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 6 3 R 7 3/3 El/3
GranTurismo MC 288.00 NA NA NA NA 4244/V8 411/461 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El 3 3 3 3 Re 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 6 3 R 7 3/3 El/3
Quattroporte Quattroporte
QUATTROPORTE The Quattroporte’s interior fit, finish FOR Plenty of rear room, styling. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5262/1948/1481mm Wheelbase 3171mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
and ergonomics are a class above its coupé and AGAINST Lacks certain finesse. Tyre size 245/45 R19(F), 275/40 R19(R), 285/35 R20(R) Turning circle dia 11.8m Indian Driving Cycle*
cabrio stablematesv. Nevertheless, it’s a generous and VERDICT An exotic option to the Trunk volume 530 litres Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 1885-1900kg
luxurious space, despite a slight visibility penalty from full-size luxury sedans. Fuel tank 70-80 litres Warranty NA
that sliver-like glasshouse. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
GTS GranLusso 220.00** NA NA 310.25 258.00 3799/V8 530/710 8/A P 5.13 307 3.52 3.97 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
GTS GranSport 270.00** NA NA 367.68 NA 3799/V8 530/710 8/A P 5.13 307 3.52 3.97 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
Levante Levante
LEVANTE ‘Maserati’, ‘SUV’, ‘diesel’ aren’t words you’d FOR Performance, exclusivity. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5003/1968/1679mm Wheelbase 3004mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
want to hear together but here we are. It’s uniquely AGAINST Overpriced. Tyre size 265/50 R19 Turning circle dia 11.7m Trunk volume 580 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
Maserati - on the outside, on the inside, performance- VERDICT A Maserati you can enjoy Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 2205kg Fuel tank 80 litres Warranty NA
wise and soundtrack-wise. Unfortunately, high pricing on Indian roads. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
makes it an emotional buy. Headroom NA Width NA

Diesel 145.00** 145.00** 145.00** 174.00 145.00** 2987/V6 275/660 8/A D 6.85 — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
GranSport 149.00** 149.00** 149.00** 175.00 149.00** 2987/V6 275/660 8/A D 6.85 — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
GranLusso 154.00** 154.00** 154.00** 184.00 154.00** 2987/V6 275/660 8/A D 6.85 — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
MERCEDES-BENZ MERCEDES-BENZ
C-class C-class
C-CLASS The C-class is very much a baby S-class; FOR Cabin design and quality, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4686-4756/1810-1839/1426-1442mm Wheelbase 2840mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
its main focus is to deliver va proper luxury experience. extensive equipment list. Tyre size 225/50 R17, 245/35 R19 Turning circle dia 11.2m Indian Driving Cycle*
It’s nice to drive but a more supportive rear seat would AGAINST Ride can feel harsh, Trunk volume 435-480 litres Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 1545-1730kg
have made it better. C 43 offers exploitable performance, rear seat lacking in thigh support. Fuel tank 66 litres Warranty 3 years/unlimited mileage
but opt for the C 63 if you want the full AMG experience. VERDICT Feels like a junior S-class. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 49.1/68.6cm
Cabriolet retains calm character of sedan. Headroom 94.2cm Width 146.2cm
C 200 Progressive 53.23 53.77 49.64 56.77 59.56 1497/4 184/280 9/A P/E — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 7 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 7 3 3 7 3 7 3 3
C 220 d Prime 50.83 51.13 45.09 52.83 55.03 1950/4 194/400 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 7 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 7 3 3 7 3 7 7 3
C 220 d Progressive 56.27 56.59 49.80 59.17 61.63 1950/4 194/400 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 7 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 7 3 3 7 3 7 3 3
C 300 d AMG Line 60.41 60.74 54.94 62.90 65.51 1950/4 245/500 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 7 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 7 3 3 7 3 7 3 3
C 300 Cabriolet 76.49 65.25** 73.03 80.17 81.99 1991/4 258/370 9/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 7 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 7 3 3 7 3 7 3 3
C 43 AMG Coupe 87.84 75.00** 75.00** 95.38 94.16 2996/V6 390/520 9/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 7 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 7 3 3 7 3 7 3 3
CLS-class CLS-class
CLS-CLASS The car that debuted the four-door coupe is now in FOR Style, good to drive. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4988/1890/1435mm Wheelbase 2939mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
its third-gen. It now offers more at the now back but you’d still AGAINST Expensive. Tyre size NA Turning circle dia NA Trunk volume 520 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
be best served up front. The cabin is nice, performance is good VERDICT More than just designer Ground clearance NA Kerb weight NA Fuel tank NA Warranty NA
and it’s entertaining in the corners. looks now. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA

CLS 300d 101.19 102.30 94.26 101.80 106.52 1950/4 245/500 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 3 Re 3 7 7 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 7 3 3
E-class E-class
E-CLASS The long-wheelbase E-Class is a car that’s almost FOR Rear seat space and comfort, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4993-5063/1860-1907/1460-1494mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
tailor-made for Indian luxury car buyers whose prime interest refinement. AGAINST Four-cylinder Wheelbase 2939-3079mm Tyre size 225/55 R17, 265/35 R20 (f), 295/30 R20 (r) Indian Driving Cycle*
is in rear seat comfort. The new E is not only big in size but trims miss out on some features. Turning circle dia NA Trunk volume NA
expectedly also big on luxury, space and refinement. Want more VERDICT The ideal large luxury Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 1920kg Fuel tank 66 litres Warranty NA
performance from your E-Class? Merc sells the ballistic E 63 too. sedan for the chauffeur-driven. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
E 200 Expression 67.81 69.26 63.99 72.39 73.76 1991/4 184/300 9/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 7 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 7 33 7 3 7 3 3
E 200 Exclusive 72.73 74.06 68.40 77.51 80.71 1991/4 184/300 9/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 7 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 7 33 7 3 7 3 3
E 220d Expression 70.47 71.47 65.09 73.63 76.68 1950/4 194/400 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 7 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 7 33 7 3 7 3 3
E 220d Exclusive 75.20 76.22 69.51 78.75 82.00 1950/4 194/400 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 7 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 7 33 7 3 7 3 3
E 350d Avantgarde 86.19 88.93 81.34 89.32 94.52 2987/V6 258/620 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 7 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 7 33 7 3 7 3 3
E 220d All-Terrain 90.42 75.00** 83.56 91.80 94.16 1950/4 194/400 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 7 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 7 33 7 3 7 3 3
E 63 S 4Matic+ AMG 174.04 178.05 166.32 180.55 188.04 3982/V8 612/850 9/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 7 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 7 33 7 3 7 3 3
G-class G-class
G-CLASS The only G-class available here is the G 63 FOR Performance, thunderous exhaust. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4763/1855/1938mm Wheelbase 2850mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
AMG and with a 543hp petrol V8 and road tyres, it’s AGAINST Price, old-world dynamics. Tyre size 275/55 R19, 275/50 R20 Turning circle dia 13.26m Indian Driving Cycle*
more of an SUV trying to be a sports car. It sounds VERDICT Outrageous in so many ways, Trunk volume NA Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 2550kg G63 AMG NA/NA/7.25
incredible and is mad quick, but is also a sports SUV but you’ll still want one. Fuel tank 96 litres Warranty 3 years/unlimited mileage
you’d buy more for its charisma. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA

G 63 AMG 258.74 250.16 242.19 269.57 273.87 3982/V8 585/850 9/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 7 3 7 3 3 3 6 3
 = Standard,  = Not available,  = Optional, M = Manual, A = Automatic, F = Front, R = Rear, In = Internal, Ex = External, El = Electric, Re = Remote , NA = Not Available, T = Turbocharged, H = Horizontally-opposed, S = Supercharged. **Ex-showroom prices.

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MODEL DETAILS PRICES IN LAKHS (ON-ROAD) ENGINE & TRANSMISSION PERFORMANCE FEATURES INFOTAINMENT SAFETY

STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

FOG LAMPS
KOLKATA

CHENNAI
MUMBAI
DELHI

ABS
ESP
AC
C U A B T N

G 350d 172.15 178.07 166.32 180.57 188.04 2925/6 286/600 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 7 3 7 3 3 3 6 3 7
GLC-classs GLC-class
GLC-CLASS The new GLC builds on the original. The FOR Lment, spacious cabin. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4658/1890/1644mm Wheelbase 2873mm Tyre size 235/60 R18 ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
updated engines are refined, and ride quality has also AGAINST Not very engaging to drive. Turning circle dia NA Trunk volume NA Ground clearance NA Indian Driving Cycle*
improved upping comfort. Premium bits make for a VERDICT A well rounded luxury SUV with Kerb weight NA Fuel tank NA Warranty NA
nice cabin and the upgraded infotainment system is great appeal. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
good too. Pick the diesel for the proper experience. Headroom NA Width NA
GLC 200 Progressive 60.82 62.65 52.75** 64.71 67.40 1991/4 197/320 9/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3
GLC 220d Progressive 67.92 69.62 57.75** 69.19 73.71 1950/4 194/400 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3
GLC Coupé GLC Coupé
GLC COUPÉ Mercedes India is offering the fashionable avatar FOR Striking looks, strong DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4728-31/1890-2096/1587-1620mm Wheelbase 2873mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
of the GLC SUV in non-AMG form for the first time – both the engines, impeccable cabin quality. Tyre size 235/55 ZR19 Turning circle dia 12.1m Indian Driving Cycle*
petrol and diesel engines are strong and refined. The GLC AGAINST Pricey. Trunk volume 491-1400 litres Ground clearance NA
Coupe looks distinctive (at least from the sides and rear) VERDICT The GLC in a slightly Kerb weight 1855kg Fuel tank NA Warranty NA
and is practical enough despite its raked roofline. less practical but stylish avatar. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
GLC 300 Coupe 62.70** 62.70** 62.70** 62.70** 62.70** 1991/4 258/370 9/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 7 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3
GLC 300d Coupe 63.70** 63.70** 63.70** 63.70** 63.70** 1950/4 245/500 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 7 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3
GLC 43 AMG Coupe 89.36 97.80 87.23 89.75 97.95 2996/V6 367/520 9/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 7 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3
GLE-class GLE-class
GLE-CLASS The all-new GLE is leagues ahead of the previous FOR Modern, roomy, tech-laden. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4924/1947/1772mm Wheelbase 2995mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
model on every aspect – from technology and equipment to AGAINST Pricey for what it is. Tyre size NA Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
the new diesel engines. There’s no petrol for our market, but VERDICT Puts the onus on comfort. Trunk volume NA Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 2910-3070kg 2.0 diesel-AT NA/NA/NA
both, the four-cylinder 300d and six-pot 400d, do more than Fuel tank NA Warranty NA SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom 3.0 diesel-AT NA/NA/NA
adequate jobs. Ride quality is a bit inconsistent though. min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
GLE 300d 86.33 88.85 82.32 90.10 92.54 1950/4 245/500 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 3 8 3
GLE 400d 146.79 150.00 136.00 152.00 156.83 2925/V6 330/700 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 3 8 3
GLE Coupé GLE Coupé
GLE COUPÉ Merc’s rival to the X6, the GLE Coupé is a head FOR Performance, comfort for four. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4891/2003/1719mm Wheelbase 2915mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
turner. It’s visibly different from the standard GLE but doesn’t AGAINST Doesn’t sound special enough. Tyre size 275/45 R21, 315/40 R21 Turning circle dia 11.8m Indian Driving Cycle*
trade comfort or practicality for aesthetics. The rear seats are VERDICT Stylish coupé-crossover with a Trunk volume 650-1720 litres Ground clearance NA
perfectly useable and the cabin is luxurious. The GLE 43 AMG is good measure of practicality too. Kerb weight 2280kg Fuel tank 93 litres Warranty NA
not a full-blown AMG but is quick and well priced too. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
GLE 43 AMG Coupe 113.26 124.03 110.66 121.15 124.62 2996/V6 367/520 9/A P 5.71 250 3.96 4.42 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 7 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 7 3 7 3 3 3 6 3
AMG GT AMG GT
AMG GT The Mercedes-AMG GT line is the full AMG package FOR Strong and wide powerband, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4546/1939/1288mm Wheelbase 2630mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
in its purest distilled form. The few flaws (a firm ride for one) styling, engine note. Tyre size (F) 265/35 R19, (R) 295/30 R20 Turning circle dia 11.47m Indian Driving Cycle*
pale in comparison to the bigger picture. It’s got raw power, AGAINST Firm ride, price. Trunk volume 285-350 litres Ground clearance NA
luxury, slightly frisky rear end and, of course, the incredible V8 VERDICT The best of AMG. Kerb weight 1630-1645kg Fuel tank 75 litres
soundtrack. Hardcore GT R takes things up a few notches. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
GT S 244.98 244.97 208.54** 208.54** 270.23 3982/V8 510/650 7/A P 3.82 — 2.43 3.17 A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 3 3 — Re 7 3 3 3 7 3 7 3 3 3 8 3 El/3 7
GT Roadster 257.97 256.88 252.00 263.05 284.58 3982/V8 469/630 7/A P 3.82 — 2.43 3.17 A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 3 3 — Re 7 3 3 3 7 3 7 3 3 3 8 3 El/3 7
GT R 263.97 262.38 256.00 267.85 291.21 3982/V8 585/700 7/A P 3.82 — 2.43 3.17 A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 3 3 — Re 7 3 3 3 7 3 7 3 3 3 8 3 El/3 7
AMG GT 4-door Coupe AMG GT 4-door Coupe
AMG GT 4-DOOR COUPE The fastest series- FOR Performance, handling, engine DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5054/2069/1447mm Wheelbase 2951mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
production sedan around the iconic Nürburgring, the AMG note. Tyre size (F) 265/40 R20, (R) 295/35R20 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
GT 4-door Coupe is now the most powerful Merc on sale in AGAINST Price. Trunk volume NA Ground clearance NA Kerb weight NA 4.0 petrol-AT NA/NA/NA
India. Think of it like the ballistic GT R, but with the added VERDICT The best of AMG now Fuel tank 80 litres Warranty NA SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom
practicality of seating for four. seats four. min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
GT 63 S 258.75 274.00 265.00 290.00 302.89 3982/V8 639/900 9/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 El 3 3 7 3 7 3 7 3 3 3 8 3 3 3
S-class S-class
S-CLASS The latest S-class didn’t just raise the bar, FOR Sumptuous interiors, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5027-5116/1899-1913/1411-1496mm Wheelbase 2945-3035mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
it obliterated it. A great mix of technology and Merc’s beautiful ride, refinement. Tyre size 245/45 R19, 245/50 R18, 255/45 R19, 285/40 R19 Indian Driving Cycle*
traditional values, the interiors can give a Bentley a run AGAINST Expensive. Turning circle dia 11.6-12.3m Trunk volume 400-530 litres S500 Petrol 4.95/7/NA
for its money and updated engines are nothing short VERDICT There’s a reason why Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 2030-2200kg Fuel tank 80 litres S350 Diesel 7.2/11.2/NA
of brilliant. Pricier Maybach versions are the apex of it’s called the best car SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 71/99cm
opulence. Coupe is expensive but brilliant as a GT. in the world. Headroom 94cm Width 144cm

S 350 d 162.27 161.80 151.05 168.57 170.04 2987/V6 286/600 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 7 3 7 3 3 3 8 3
S 450 163.53 164.23 155.67 170.36 177.46 2996/V6 367/500 9/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 7 3 7 3 3 3 8 3
Maybach S 560 239.12 234.15 221.01 256.31 263.73 3982/V8 469/700 9/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 7 3 73 3 3 8 3
Maybach S 650 315.82 307.13 302.15 328.09 348.51 5980/V12 630/1000 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 7 3 73 3 3 8 3
S 63 AMG Coupe 294.99 336.55 299.72 300.38 319.12 3982/V8 612/900 9/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 7 3 7 3 3 3 8 3
V-class V-class
V-CLASS Currently the most luxurious MPV, the V-class FOR Refinement, luxury. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5140-5370/2249/1880mm Wheelbase 3200-3430mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
comes in 6- and 7-seat layouts and two wheelbase lengths. AGAINST Price. Tyre size 225/55 R17 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
Suprisingly easy to handle, its plush ride adds to its premium VERDICT Everything you’d expect Trunk volume NA Ground clearance NA Kerb weight NA
feel. While the new top-spec Elite gets the smooth 2.0 diesel, of a Mercedes in a people Fuel tank NA Warranty NA
more kit and a tweaked design, the lower variants get the mover package. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
older 2.1 unit. Marco Polos are no less than homes on wheels. Headroom NA Width NA
V 220d Expression 80.89 86.37 76.02 87.19 91.18 2143/4 163/380 7/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 7 3 — Re 3 7 3 3 7 3 7 3 3 3 8 3
V 220d Exclusive 96.61 103.01 91.17 101.02 105.57 2143/4 163/380 7/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 7 3 — Re 3 7 3 3 7 3 7 3 3 3 8 3
V 220d Elite 133.34 140.12 127.00 139.63 138.11 1950/4 163/380 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 7 3 — Re 3 7 3 3 7 3 7 3 3 3 8 3
V 220d Marco Polo Horizon 162.00 164.00 153.00 165.00 173.06 1950/4 163/380 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 7 3 — Re 3 7 3 3 7 3 7 3 3 3 8 3
V 220d Marco Polo 171.00 174.00 162.00 175.00 183.05 1950/4 163/380 9/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 7 3 — Re 3 7 3 3 7 3 7 3 3 3 8 3
*In kick-down mode for automatics. Note: Performance and fuel economy figures are constantly updated and hence may differ from figures in earlier road tests. *Indian Driving Cycle figures are as per ARAI standards. *** Ex-Maharashtra prices.

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NEW CARS A-Z
MODEL DETAILS PRICES IN LAKHS (ON-ROAD) ENGINE & TRANSMISSION PERFORMANCE FEATURES INFOTAINMENT SAFETY

STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

FOG LAMPS
KOLKATA

CHENNAI
MUMBAI
DELHI

ABS
ESP
AC
C U A B T N

MG MOTOR MG MOTOR
Hector Hector
HECTOR MG’s first offering for our market is larger than anything FOR Space, comfort, unmatched DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4655/1835/1760mm Wheelbase 2750mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/ ==
in its segment and comes with equipment not seen before either. equipment. Tyre size 215/60 R17 Turning circle dia NA Trunk volume 587 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
Its aggressive pricing, strong diesel engine, massive interior room AGAINST Doesn’t feel as well-engineered Ground clearance 192mm Kerb weight NA Fuel tank 60 litres 1.5 Petrol MT 7.25/10.27/14.16
and bevy of connectivity and convenience features do give its as rivals, petrol could do with more punch. Warranty 5 years/unlimited km 1.5 Petrol DCT 6.9/ 9 /13.96
rivals sleepless nights though we wish overall ride quality and VERDICT A large yet extremely value for SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA 1.5 Petrol Hybrid NA/NA/15.81
handling were better and the petrol engine had more oomph. money SUV. Headroom NA Width NA 2.0 Diesel MT 12.6/16.5/17.41

1.5 Petrol Style 14.94 15.19 13.63 14.69 15.93 1451/4 143/250 6/M P 12.64 163 11.46 21.22 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 3 7 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 7 7 3 32 3
1.5 Petrol Super 15.85 16.13 14.51 15.99 16.91 1451/4 143/250 6/M P 12.64 163 11.46 21.2 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 F/R 3 3/3 El/7 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 33 3 32 3
1.5 Petrol Hybrid Super 16.54 16.83 15.17 16.70 17.65 1451/4 143/250 6/M P/E — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 F/R 3 3/3 El/7 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 33 3 32 3
1.5 Petrol Hybrid Smart 17.80 18.11 16.38 18.01 19.00 1451/4 143/250 6/M P/E — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 33 3 34 3
1.5 Petrol Hybrid Sharp 19.28 19.63 17.75 19.55 20.60 1451/4 143/250 6/M P/E — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 33 3 36 3
1.5 Petrol Smart A/T 17.92 18.62 17.08 18.84 19.94 1451/4 143/250 6/A P 14.21 175 8.04 10.24 M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 33 3 34 3
1.5 Petrol Sharp A/T 19.63 20.37 18.73 20.62 21.79 1451/4 143/250 6/A P 14.21 175 8.04 10.24 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 33 3 36 3
2.0 Diesel Style 16.32 16.52 14.92 16.42 17.02 1956/4 170/350 6/M D 11.39 163 10.13 18.00 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 3 7 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 7 7 3 32 3
2.0 Diesel Super 17.49 17.71 16.02 17.61 18.25 1956/4 170/350 6/M D 11.39 163 10.13 18.00 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 F/R 3 3/3 El/7 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 33 3 32 3
2.0 Diesel Smart 19.13 19.38 17.49 19.27 19.98 1956/4 170/350 6/M D 11.39 163 10.13 18.00 M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 33 3 34 3
2.0 Diesel Sharp 20.76 21.04 19.04 20.93 21.70 1956/4 170/350 6/M D 11.39 163 10.13 18.00 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 33 3 36 3
MINI MINI
Mini Cooper Mini Cooper
MINI COOPER The classic Mini 3 Door is so much more than FOR Go-kart-like handling, sizzling DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3850/1727/1415mm Wheelbase 2495mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
a style statement. It will have you grinning at every corner, performance (Cooper S, JCW). Tyre size 195/55 R16 Turning circle dia 10.8m Trunk volume 211 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
especially the Cooper S petrol. It feels compact, tight and AGAINST Expensive options, Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 1150-1295kg Fuel tank 44 litres Mini Cooper D 11/16.8/NA
is an absolute riot. 5 Door is also fun, marginally more not very practical. Warranty 2 years/unlimited km
practical but not very spacious. Convertible is superb VERDICT Expensive but extremely desirable SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 50/72cm
in the right kind of weather. and fun to drive. Headroom 94cm Width 118cm
Cooper S 3-Door 34.50 33.20** 33.20** 33.20** 33.20** 1998/4 192/300 6/A P 6.44 250 4.5 4.93 A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 M/M F/R 7 3/3 El/3 7 3 3 7 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3  3 3 6 3
Cooper D 3-Door 29.90 29.70** 29.70** 29.70** 29.70** 1496/3 114/270 6/A D 9.94 204 6.13 7.75 A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 M/M F/R 7 3/3 El/3 7 3 3 7 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3  3 3 6 3
Cooper D 5-Door 36.00 35.00** 35.00** 35.00** 35.00** 1496/3 114/270 6/A D 9.94 204 6.13 7.75 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/M F/R 7 3/3 El/3 7 3 3 7 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3  3 3 6 3
Cooper S Convertible 38.90 37.10** 37.10** 37.10** 37.10** 1998/4 192/280 6/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/M F/R 7 3/3 El/3 7 3 3 7 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3  3 3 6 3
John Cooper Works 43.50** 43.50** 43.50** 43.50** 43.50** 1998/4 231/320 6/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/M F/R 7 3/3 El/3 7 3 3 7 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3  3 3 6 3
Mini Clubman Mini Clubman
MINI CLUBMAN The Clubman is unique. The side-hinged, FOR Added space and practicality, unique. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4253/1800/1441mm Wheelbase 2670mm Tyre size 225/45 ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
two-door boot is its defining feature. The Cooper S is the AGAINST Expensive, pricey options R17 Turning circle dia NA Trunk volume 360-1250 litres Ground clearance NA Indian Driving Cycle*
sole version on sale and promises performance. It is pricey VERDICT The most unique of the Kerb weight 1435kg Fuel tank 48 litres Warranty NA Petrol NA/NA/13.84
but well equipped, and like other Minis, can be extensively modern Minis. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
customised too. Headroom NA Width NA
S Clubman 41.20 40.30 NA NA NA 1998/4 192/280 8/A P — 220 — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/M R 7 3/3 El/3 7 3 3 7 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 7  3 3 2 3
Mini Cooper Countryman Mini Cooper Countryman
MINI COOPER COUNTRYMAN The second-gen grows in FOR Funky cabin, exciting petrol engine. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4299/2005/1557mm Wheelbase 2670mm Tyre size 225/55 R17 ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
size and practicality. There’s more rear room but, like all AGAINST Stiff low-speed ride, Turning circle dia NA Trunk volume 450-1390 litres Ground clearance NA Indian Driving Cycle*
Minis, it’s for drivers. It’s agile for its size, borderline fun no diesel engine. Kerb weight NA Fuel tank 51 litres Warranty 2 years/unlimited km
in the corners, and has a punchy turbo-petrol. A cool VERDICT More SUV in look, more Mini SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
alternative to the X1 and Q3. in character. Headroom NA Width NA
Cooper S 38.50 34.90** 34.90** 34.90** 34.90** 1998/4 192/280 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 3 7 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
Cooper SD 37.40** 37.40** 37.40** 37.40** 37.40** 1995/4 190/400 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 3 7 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
Cooper S JCW 42.40 41.40** 41.40** 41.40** 41.40** 1998/4 192/280 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 7 3 3 7 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
NISSAN NISSAN
Kicks Kicks
KICKS Nissan’s second entrant to the midsize SUV segment FOR Excellent ride, feels rugged. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4383/1813/1651mm Wheelbase 2673mm Tyre size 215/65 ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
boasts of great ride, an inviting cabin and smooth, refined AGAINST No automatic or diesel option, R16, 215/60 R17 Turning circle dia 10.4m Trunk volume 400 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
engines. The SUV also sports unique styling and has some ergonomics. Ground clearance 210mm Kerb weight 1295-1387kg Petrol NA/NA/14.23
segment-first equipment. The lack of an automatic option VERDICT A funky, unique midsize SUV. Fuel tank 50 litres Warranty NA Diesel NA/NA/19.39
and some ergonomic issues let the package down. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
XL(P) 10.86 11.19 10.70 11.14 11.61 1498/4 106/142 5/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 7 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
XV (P) 12.83 13.02 12.34 13.39 13.75 1498/4 106/142 5/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/7 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
Micra Micra
MICRA Easy to drive, spacious and efficient, the Micra FOR Easy to drive, spacious cabin, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3825/1665/1525-1530mm Wheelbase 2450mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
may not be as rounded as rivals. But if you want a price. Tyre size 165/70 R14, 175/60 R15 Turning circle dia 9.3m Indian Driving Cycle*
compact, hassle-free city runabout, the Micra is worth AGAINST Clunky ride, refinement. Trunk volume 251 litres Ground clearance 150-154mm Kerb weight 930kg Petrol A/T NA/NA/19.34
a look. The petrol unit is only available with a CVT VERDICT A good city car but a Fuel tank 41 litres Warranty 2 years/50,000km Diesel 14.6/19.5/23.08
auto. A recent price reduction for the automatic make bit dull to drive. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 62/84cm
the Micra even more interesting. Headroom 92cm Width 127cm
XL (O) CVT 7.83 7.72 6.76 7.92 8.12 1198/3 77/104 CVT P 17.88 — 9.22 13.30 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7 7 7 Ex 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7 7/7 3 7 7/3 In/7 7
XV CVT 9.16 9.03 7.85 9.27 9.54 1198/3 77/104 CVT P 17.88 — 9.22 13.30 A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 3 7 7 Ex 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7 M/7 3 3 7/3 El/3 7
Micra Active Micra Active
MICRA ACTIVE With the Micra around, the Micra Active focuses FOR Manoeuvrability, efficiency. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3780-3801/1665/1530mm Wheelbase 2450mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
on the lower half of the hatchback segment. On price, it competes AGAINST Flat seats, a bit basic. Tyre size 155/80 R13, 165/70 R14 Turning circle dia 9.3m Indian Driving Cycle*
with cars like the Hyundai i10 and Tata Tiago and is decent value. VERDICT No-frills city car that’s Trunk volume 251 litres Ground clearance 154mm Kerb weight 930-1008kg Petrol 11.8/17.5/19.49
It gets the same 1.2-Vlitre petrol motor as the new Micra but user-friendly. Fuel tank 41 litres Warranty 2 years/50,000kmSEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat:
there’s no diesel or AT option. It is basic but does the job well. Legroom min/max 62/84cm Headroom 92cm Width 127cm

XL 6.10 6.13 5.27 6.18 6.48 1198/3 68/104 5/M P 15.5 153 14.72 21.92 M 3/7 3/7 3/7 7/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 2 7
XL (O) 6.51 6.53 5.65 6.61 6.93 1198/3 68/104 5/M P 15.5 153 14.72 21.92 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 7 7 2 7
 = Standard,  = Not available,  = Optional, M = Manual, A = Automatic, F = Front, R = Rear, In = Internal, Ex = External, El = Electric, Re = Remote , NA = Not Available, T = Turbocharged, H = Horizontally-opposed, S = Supercharged. **Ex-showroom prices.

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MODEL DETAILS PRICES IN LAKHS (ON-ROAD) ENGINE & TRANSMISSION PERFORMANCE FEATURES INFOTAINMENT SAFETY

STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

FOG LAMPS
KOLKATA

CHENNAI
MUMBAI
DELHI

ABS
ESP
AC
C U A B T N

XV 7.09 7.23 6.25 7.03 7.37 1198/3 68/104 5/M P 15.5 153 14.72 21.92 M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 3 3 3 7 3 7 7 3 2 7
PORSCHE PORSCHE
718 Boxster 718 Boxster
718 BOXSTER The Boxster is all of Porsche’s dynamic FOR Mind-blowing to drive. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4379/1801/1280-1281mm Wheelbase 2475mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
genius with the mid-engine layout advantage. It’s one of AGAINST New 4-cyl motors Tyre size 235/45 R18 (Front), 265/45 R18 (Rear), 235/40 R19 (Front), Indian Driving Cycle*
those rare sports cars that make you feel instinctively lack emotion. 265/40 R19 (Rear) Turning circle dia 11.0m Trunk volume 150 litres
at ease. So, it’s a bit of a shame to say the new 718 VERDICT A sublime driving experience Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 1365-1385kg Fuel tank 54-64 litres
model’s flat-four engines lack the aural drama and but it will take time to get used to the SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
linearity of the old flat sixes. four-cylinder engines. Headroom NA Width NA
Boxster 85.53** NA NA NA 113.05 1988/4 300/380 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El R 7 7/7 El/3 7 3 3 7 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3  3 3 6 3
718 Cayman 718 Cayman
718 CAYMAN Think of a Boxster with a roof and you FOR Handling, grip, performance. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4379/1801/1295mm Wheelbase 2475mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
have the Cayman. It is even more of a driver’s car AGAINST Four-cylinder engines don’t Tyre size 235/45 R18 (Front), 265/45 R18 (Rear), 235/40 R19 (Front), Indian Driving Cycle*
than the Boxster and few other coupes can match sound special enough. 265/40 R19 (Rear) Turning circle dia 11.0m Trunk volume 150 litres
its dynamic abilities. New turbocharged four-cylinder VERDICT One of the best handling Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 1365-1385kg Fuel Tank 54-64 litres
engines are up to the job but you can’t blame us for sports cars around. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
missing the flat sixes. Headroom NA Width NA
Cayman 81.63** NA NA NA 108.06 1988/4 300/380 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El R 7 7/7 El/3 7 3 3 7 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3  3 3 6 3
911 911
911 Evolution is part and parcel of the 911’s life and FOR Dynamics, ride comfort, usability. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4499-4507/1808-1880/1289-1297mm Wheelbase 2450mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
this time around, it’s the new 3.0-litre turbocharged AGAINST Expensive, odd spare Tyre size 235/40 R19 (Front), 295/35 R19 (Rear), 245/35 R20 (Front), Indian Driving Cycle*
engines that are the talking point. There’s more power wheel positioning. 305/30 R20 (Rear) Turning circle dia 10.6-11.2m Trunk volume 115-145 litres
and performance is manic but some bottom-end zing is VERDICT A sports car you can use Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 1450-1670kg Fuel tank 64-68litres
missing. It’s still incredibly involving to drive and every day. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
usable everyday. Like every 911 before. Headroom NA Width NA
992 Carrera S 209.00 212.00 207.00 211.00 229.14 2981/6 450/530 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El R 7 7/7 El/3 7 3 3 7 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 6 3
3 3 3 3
992 Carrera S Convertible 228.00 232.00 226.00 230.00 234.00 2981/6 450/530 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El R 7 7/7 El/3 7 3 3 7 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 6 3
3 3 3 3
Carrera Cabriolet 155.75** 152.88** 160.01** NA 209.76 2981/6 370/450 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El R 7 7/7 El/3 7 3 3 7 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 6 3
3 3 3 3
Carrera S Cabriolet 176.39** 173.14** 181.21** NA 249.92 2981/6 420/500 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El R 7 7/7 El/3 7 3 3 7 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 6 3
3 3 3 3
911 Turbo 225.92** 221.76** 232.10** NA 304.93 3800/6 540/710 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 7 3 3 7 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 6 3
3 3 3 3
Turbo Cabriolet 239.34** 234.93** 245.88** NA 322.74 3800/6 540/710 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 7 3 3 7 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 6 3
3 3 3 3
Turbo S Cabriolet 281.64** 276.46** 289.35** NA 376.01 3800/6 580/750 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 7 3 3 7 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 6 3
3 3 3 3
911 GT3 RS 275.00** 275.00** 275.00** 275.00** 297.79 3996/6 520/460 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/7 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 7 3 3 7 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 6 3
3 3 3 3
Cayenne Cayenne
CAYENNE One of the most fun large SUVs you can FOR Handling, performance. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4926/1983/1673mm Wheelbase 2895mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
buy, the Cayenne drives like a Porsche should. It’s got AGAINST Expensive. Tyre size 285/40 ZR21, 315/35 ZR21 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
a cabin that’s big on space and tech. There are no VERDICT Great all-rounder but Trunk volume 745-1710 litres Ground clearance 162-245
diesels, but the ‘base’ 340hp V6 petrol is strong, the pricier than it ought to be. Kerb weight 2100-2175kg Fuel tank 80 litres
462hp Hybrid is better, though the full-fat 550hp V8 SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
is our pick.

Cayenne 119.00** 119.00** 119.00** 119.00** 149.79 2995/V6 335/450 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
E-Hybrid 158.00** 158.00** 158.00** 158.00** 198.10 2995/V6 462/700 8/A P/E — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
Turbo 192.10** 192.10** 192.10** 192.10** 240.60 3996/V8 550/770 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
Cayenne Coupe Cayenne Coupe
CAYENNE COUPE If you ever thought the Cayenne FOR Performance (V8), handling. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4931/1983/1676mm Wheelbase 2895mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
needed to look sportier, its SUV-coupe counterpart AGAINST Pricey. Tyre size 275/45 ZR20, 305/40 ZR20, 285/40 ZR21, 315/35 ZR21 Indian Driving Cycle*
is here to satisfy that need. It’s only the 550hp V8 VERDICT Exactly what you would Turning circle dia NA Trunk volume 598-625 litres
model that has the go to match the show as the expect from a sporty Porsche SUV. Ground clearance 190-245mmKerb weight 2,030-2,200kg Fuel tank 75-90 litres
340hp V6 doesn’t have the punch to match. The SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
raked roofline hasn’t made it impractical either. Headroom NA Width NA

Cayenne Coupe 131.00** 131.00** 131.00** 131.00** 164.96 2995/V6 340/450 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
Turbo 197.00** 197.00** 197.00** 197.00** 247.50 3996/V8 550/770 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
Macan Macan
MACAN Porsche’s brilliance, coming up with a midsized SUV FOR Brilliant handling and DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4699/1923/1624mm Wheelbase 2807mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
that handles like a sportscar, shows. A mix of athleticism, performance. Tyre size 265/45 R20, 295/40 R20 Turning circle dia 11.96m Indian Driving Cycle*
ground clearance and body control make it utterly desirable. AGAINST Price, not as spacious Trunk volume 500 litres Ground clearance 230mm S diesel 8.1/11.1/NA
‘Base’ 2.0 petrol is quite sporty and a good entry point to as similar-sized SUVs. Kerb weight 1925kg Fuel tank 60 litres SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom
the Macan line-up. VERDICT A sportscar on stilts. min/max 57/82cm Headroom 92cm Width 138cm

Base 80.95 87.91 77.76 84.41 87.90 1984/4 252/370 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3  3 3 6 3
S 98.49 106.00 94.62 102.00 106.93 2995/V6 354/480 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3  3 3 6 3
Panamera Panamera
PANAMERA The second-gen grand tourer is FOR Performance, handling. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5049-5199/1937/1432mm Wheelbase 2950-3100mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
prettier, faster and comfier. You’d want to AGAINST Price, expensive options. Tyre size 275/40 R20, 315/35 R20 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
be the one behind the wheel but should you VERDICT Looks and drives like a four Trunk volume 500 litres Ground clearance NA
require more rear seat space, there’s the door Porsche sportscar should. Kerb weight NA Fuel tank 90 litres
long-wheelbase on offer too. Only the Turbos SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
are available in India for the moment. Headroom NA Width NA
Turbo 240.00 244.00 238.00 242.00 266.22 3996/V8 550/770 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R  3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
Turbo Sport Turismo 246.00 250.00 243.00 248.00 272.27 3996/V8 550/770 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
Turbo Executive 255.00 259.00 253.00 257.00 283.08 3996/V8 550/770 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
GTS 217.00 NA NA NA 236.89 3996/V8 550/770 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
GTS Sport Turismo 223.00 NA NA NA 242.92 3996/V8 550/770 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
Turbo S E-Hybrid 274.00 NA NA NA NA 3996/V8 680/850 8/A P/E — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
Turbo S E-Hybrid ST 280.00 NA NA NA NA 3996/V8 680/850 8/A P/E — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
*In kick-down mode for automatics. Note: Performance and fuel economy figures are constantly updated and hence may differ from figures in earlier road tests. *Indian Driving Cycle figures are as per ARAI standards. *** Ex-Maharashtra prices.

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STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

FOG LAMPS
KOLKATA

CHENNAI
MUMBAI
DELHI

ABS
ESP
AC
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RENAULT RENAULT
Captur Captur
CAPTUR Looking at the chic Captur and you’d be hard FOR Excellent ride quality, keen DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4329/1813/1619mm Wheelbase 2673mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
pressed to think it shares its platform and mechanicals with pricing. AGAINST Average interior Tyre size 215/65 R16, 215/60 R17 Turning circle dia 10.4m Indian Driving Cycle*
the Duster. It has a smartly styled cabin but plastics and plastics, no AWD or auto versions. Trunk volume 392 litres Ground clearance 210mm Kerb weight NA Petrol NA/NA/13.87kpl
space could be better. Performance is adequate though ride VERDICT All that we like about the Fuel tank 50 litres Warranty NA Diesel NA/NA/20.37kpl
quality is the real highlight. Duster in a more stylish package. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
RXE Petrol 10.99 11.16 10.72 11.83 11.45 1498/4 106/142 5/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/3 3 7 3 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7 El/7
Platine Petrol Dual tone 14.25 14.38 13.06 14.89 15.01 1498/4 106/142 5/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 7/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 4 7 El/3
Duster Duster
DUSTER With its last update, the Duster got an added dose of FOR Excellent ride quality, value. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4315/1822/1695mm Wheelbase 2673mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
style, a slightly plusher cabin and even more kit. The sole petrol AGAINST Cabin still doesn’t feel very Tyre size 215/65 R16 Turning circle dia 10.4m Indian Driving Cycle*
engine doesn’t have the punch of the previously offered diesel premium. Trunk volume 410-475 litres Ground clearance 205-210mm Petrol NA/NA/13.06
mill. Still ride quality is superb, making the Dsuter an honest, VERDICT Not as polished as new rivals Kerb weight 1770-1889kg Fuel tank 50 litres Warranty NA Diesel 85 NA/NA/19.87
rugged package. but still rugged and likeable. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA Diesel 110 11.5/16.8/19.6

106 PS RxE 9.32 9.35 9.10 9.56 9.67 1498/4 106/142 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7 7 7 7 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 In/7
106 PS RxS 10.65 11.47 10.18 10.98 11.16 1498/4 106/142 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 3 3 3 3 Ex 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 2 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/3
106 PS RxZ 11.54 12.76 11.46 11.84 12.04 1498/4 106/142 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 3 3 3 3 Ex 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 2 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/3
Kwid Kwid
KWID Now even better to look at and with more FOR Price, practicality, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3731/1579/1474mm Wheelbase 2422mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
equipment, the refreshed Kwid is expected to be an equipment levels. Tyre size 165/70 R14 Turning circle dia NA Trunk volume 300 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
even bigger success than the outgoing model. It’s got AGAINST Dull engine (0.8), Ground clearance 184mm Kerb weight 705-754kg
the essentials – space, comfort and practicality and average quality. Fuel tank 28 litres Warranty NA
it’s a desirable budget hatch. The 1.0-litre motor is the VERDICT Unique budget car that SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
right pick. AMT gearbox adds convenience. breaks the mould but not your pocket. Headroom NA Width NA
Standard 3.53 3.48 3.32 3.54 3.66 799/3 54/72 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/7 Ex/7 7 7 3 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 1 7
RxE 4.28 4.28 4.08 4.34 4.49 799/3 54/72 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 7/7 7/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 Ex/7 7 7 3 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 1 7
RxL 4.60 4.62 4.41 4.69 4.85 799/3 54/72 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 3/7 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 Ex/7 7 7 3 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 1 7
RxT 4.93 4.97 4.73 5.03 5.21 799/3 54/72 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 3/3 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 Ex/7 7 3 3 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 37 7 3 1 7
1.0 RxT 5.14 5.19 4.96 5.26 5.44 999/3 68/91 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 3/3 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 3 7/3 Ex/7 7 3 3 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 37 7 3 1 7
1.0 RxT (O) 5.23 5.28 5.04 5.34 5.53 999/3 68/91 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 3/7 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 3 7/3 Ex/7 7 7 3 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.0 RxT A/T 5.46 5.54 5.27 5.60 5.80 999/3 68/91 5/A P — — — — M 7/7 3/7 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 3 7/3 Ex/7 7 7 3 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 1 7
1.0 RxT (O) A/T 5.55 5.63 5.35 5.69 5.89 999/3 68/91 5/A P — — — — M 7/7 3/3 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 3 7/3 Ex/7 7 3 3 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 37 7 3 2 7
1.0 Climber 5.37 5.44 5.18 5.50 5.69 999/3 68/91 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 3/3 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 3 7/3 Ex/7 3 3 3 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 37 7 3 1 7
1.0 Climber (O) 5.45 5.53 5.26 5.59 5.79 999/3 68/91 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 3/3 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 3 7/3 Ex/7 3 3 3 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 37 7 3 2 7
1.0 Climber A/T 5.69 5.78 5.49 5.84 6.11 999/3 68/91 5/A P — — — — M 7/7 3/3 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 3 7/3 Ex/7 3 3 3 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 37 7 3 1 7
1.0 Climber(O) A/T 5.78 5.88 5.61 5.93 6.17 999/3 68/91 5/A P — — — — M 7/7 3/3 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 3 7/3 Ex/7 3 3 3 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 37 7 3 2 7
Triber Triber
TRIBER Renault’s niche seven-seater is pegged directly FOR Seven-seat flexibility, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3990/1739/1643mm Wheelbase 2636mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
against budget hatchbacks, but offers greater flexibility value for money. Tyre size 165/80 R14 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
and practicality - with the last row removed, you get a AGAINST Meek petrol engine, Trunk volume 84-625 litres Ground clearance 182mm Manual NA/NA/20
whopping 625 litres of boot space. The 1.0-litre petrol no diesel option. Kerb weight 947kg Fuel tank 40 litres
may not be enough to lug the compact car around but VERDICT A viable rival to the likes SEAT DIMENSIONS Front seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
there’s a turbo-petrol motor coming soon, along with of the Maruti Swift. Headroom NA Width NA
the option of an AMT automatic.
RxE 5.71 5.79 5.49 5.94 6.00 999/3 72/96 5/M P — — — — M 7/7 7/7 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 ln/7 3 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
7
RxL 6.51 6.42 6.12 6.67 6.95 999/3 72/96 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 7/7 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 ln/7 3 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 3 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
3
RxT 7.23 6.99 6.66 7.24 7.55 999/3 72/96 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 7/7 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 3 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 3 7 3 7 7 3 2 7
3
RxZ 7.82 7.57 7.21 7.69 8.20 999/3 72/96 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/7 7/3 7 7/7 R 3 3/3 El/7 3 7 3 7 In 3 3 7 3 7 3 7 7 3 2 7
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ROLLS-ROYCE ROLLS-ROYCE
Dawn Dawn
DAWN Rolls-Royce’s latest convertible takes open top FOR Power, grace. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5285/1947/1502mm Wheelbase 3112mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
motoring to another level. As luxurious as other Rolls AGAINST Price. Tyre size NA Turning circle dia NA Trunk volume NA Indian Driving Cycle*
and just as refined with the roof up, it’s claimed to be VERDICT For when the sky is Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 2560kg Fuel tank NA
the quietest drop-top on sale today. A 6.6-litre V12 the limit Literally. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
allows it to waft at an incredible clip too. Headroom NA Width NA
Dawn 625.00** 625.00** NA NA NA 6592/V12 632/820 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 7 3 3 7 3 3 3 8 3
Cullinan Cullinan
CULLINAN Rolls-Royce’s first SUV combines the FOR Luxury, performance. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5341/2000/1835mm Wheelbase 3295mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
opulence the luxury brand is known for with the off- AGAINST Exorbitant price. Tyre size NA Turning circle dia NA Trunk volume 560-1930 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
road ability of SUVs in this class. Like the Phantom VERDICT The ideal Rolls-Royce Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 2660kg Fuel tank NA
flagship sedan, the Cullinan is silent yet powerful, for India. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
uber luxurious yet surprisingly capable and is Headroom NA Width NA
extensively customisable.
Cullinan 695.00** 695.00** 695.00** 695.00** 695.00** 6749/V12 571/850 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
Ghost Ghost
GHOST An incredibly silent cabin, a purring V12 and FOR Incredible luxury, waftability DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5399-5569/1948/1550mm Wheelbase 3295-3465mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
an unbelievably good ride mixed with plenty of old- like few others. Tyre size 255/50 R19 Turning circle dia 13.4-14.0m Indian Driving Cycle*
world charm are what make the Ghost what it is. It AGAINST Price. Trunk volume 490 litres Ground clearance NA
is a last-gen BMW 7-series under the skin, but BMW VERDICT The baby of the family, Kerb weight 2360-2420kg Fuel tank 82.5 litres
has made sure that you know you’re in a Rolls-Royce but every bit a Rolls-Royce. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
the minute you step into it. Headroom NA Width NA
Ghost SWB 430.00** 450.00** NA NA NA 6592/V12 570/780 8/A P 4.7 — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 7 3 3 7 3 3 3 8 3
Ghost EWB 490.00** 493.00** NA NA NA 6592/V12 570/780 8/A P 5 — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 7 3 3 7 3 3 3 8 3
 = Standard,  = Not available,  = Optional, M = Manual, A = Automatic, F = Front, R = Rear, In = Internal, Ex = External, El = Electric, Re = Remote , NA = Not Available, T = Turbocharged, H = Horizontally-opposed, S = Supercharged. **Ex-showroom prices.

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MODEL DETAILS PRICES IN LAKHS (ON-ROAD) ENGINE & TRANSMISSION PERFORMANCE FEATURES INFOTAINMENT SAFETY

STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

FOG LAMPS
KOLKATA

CHENNAI
MUMBAI
DELHI

ABS
ESP
AC
C U A B T N

Wraith Wraith
WRAITH The four-seat Wraith coupé is the closest to a sports car FOR Luxury, effortless performance. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5269/1947/1507mm Wheelbase 3112mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
Rolls-Royce has vever made. It’s as refined and luxurious as its AGAINST Price. Tyre size 255/45 R20, 285/40 R20 Turning circle dia 12.7m Indian Driving Cycle*
stablemates but more exciting and dramatic. The fastback shape VERDICT Everything that a dynamic Trunk volume 470 litres Ground clearance NA
gives it a distinction. Not to forget the 6.6-litre V12 which helps Rolls-Royce should be. Kerb weight 2360kg Fuel tank 83 litres
propel the coupé to 100kph in just 4.4 seconds. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
Wraith 460.00** 470.00** NA NA NA 6592/V12 632/800 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 7 3 3 7 3 3 3 8 3
Phantom Phantom
PHANTOM Eight generations in, the Phantom continues to FOR Unparalleled comfort. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 5762-5982/2018/1646-1656mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
bethe ultimate automobile. The latest model sticks to the AGAINST You’ll need a king’s ransom Wheelbase 3552-3772mm Tyre size NA Turning circle dia 13.8m Indian Driving Cycle*
script by cocooning its occupants in the best of luxury, to buy one. Trunk volume NA Ground clearance NA
whilst delivering the most regal of motoring experiences. VERDICT A Phantom is a Phantom Kerb weight 2610kg Fuel tank NA
There’s nothing to fault it for its intended purpose. As for is a Phantom. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
the price? If you need to ask. . . . . Headroom NA Width NA
Phantom 950.00** 950.00** 950.00** 950.00** 950.00** 6749/V12 571/900 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 7 3 3 7 3 3 3 8 3 El/3
Phantom LWB 1135.00**1135.00**1135.00**1135.00**1135.00**6749/V12 571/900 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/7 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 7 3 3 7 3 3 3 8 3 El/3
SKODA SKODA
Octavia Octavia
OCTAVIA Bigger than rivals with more sophisticated FOR Strong engines, spacious interiors. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4659-4689/1814/1476-1496mm Wheelbase 2688-2679mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
interiors and more kit, the Octavia is great to drive too. AGAINST Lacks earlier Skodas’ heft, Tyre size 205/55 R16, 225/45 R17 Turning circle dia 10.4m Trunk volume 590 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
Engines include a nice 1.4 turbo-petrol and an exciting no 1.8 petrol-MT. Ground clearance 141-155mm Kerb weight 1376kg Fuel tank 50 litres 1.8 TSI A/T Petrol NA/NA/15.1
1.8 turbo-petrol. If you love to drive, the RS245 will VERDICT Expensive but arguably the SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA 2.0 M/T - A/T F Diesel NA/NA/NA
give you the thrills. most complete in class. Headroom NA Width NA
1.4 TSI Ambition M/T 19.32 19.55 17.90 19.99 20.59 1395/4 140/250 6/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 4 3
1.8 TSI Onyx A/T 24.08 24.40 22.35 24.89 25.15 1798/4 180/250 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/M F/R 7 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 4 3
1.8 TSI Style A/T 22.74 25.31 23.13 25.67 26.12 1798/4 180/250 7/A P 8.01 220 4.95 5.53 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/M F/R 7 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 4 3
1.8 TSI L&K A/T 28.19 28.83 26.42 29.24 29.87 1798/4 180/250 7/A P 8.01 220 4.95 5.53 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/M F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
Rapid Rapid
RAPID Skoda’s mid-size sedan gets a fillip with FOR Well built, strong performance DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4413/1699/1466mm Wheelbase 2552mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
an attractive facelift and a punchy new diesel (diesel). Tyre size 185/60 R15 Turning circle dia 10.6m Indian Driving Cycle*
engine. Higher versions get more equipment AGAINST Dull petrol engine. Trunk volume 460 litres Ground clearance 163mm
too. As before, the strong build and good VERDICT Skoda traits in a Kerb weight 1111-1228kg Fuel tank 55 litres Warranty 4 year/1,00,000km
comfort are things that make the Rapid worth mid-size package. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
serious consideration. Headroom NA Width NA
1.6 MPI M/T Active 9.64 9.90 9.17 9.80 10.90 1598/4 105/153 5/M P — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 El/7 3 7 7 3 Re 3 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.6 MPI M/T Ambition 11.82 12.17 11.12 12.05 12.31 1598/4 105/153 5/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 7 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.6 MPI A/T Ambition 13.78 13.97 12.53 14.28 14.44 1598/4 105/153 6/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 7 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.6 MPI M/T Style 13.56 13.73 12.42 14.04 14.19 1598/4 105/153 5/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.6 MPI A/T Style 15.02 15.22 13.74 15.57 15.77 1598/4 105/153 6/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.6 MPI M/T Monte Carlo 13.84 14.01 12.71 14.30 14.49 1598/4 105/153 5/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.6 MPI A/T Monte Carlo 15.32 15.52 14.02 15.83 16.09 1498/4 110/250 5/M D — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/7 El/7 3 7 7 3 Re 3 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 TDI M/T Ambition 13.86 13.98 12.67 14.07 14.18 1498/4 110/250 5/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 7 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 TDI A/T Ambition 15.26 15.40 13.99 15.49 15.66 1498/4 110/250 7/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 7 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 3 2 7
1.5 TDI M/T Style 15.54 15.68 14.25 15.78 15.96 1498/4 110/250 5/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 TDI A/T Style 17.01 17.17 15.63 17.28 17.52 1498/4 110/250 7/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 7
1.5 TDI M/T Monte Carlo 15.84 15.99 14.53 16.09 16.28 1498/4 110/250 5/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
1.5 TDI A/T Monte Carlo 17.31 17.48 15.91 17.59 17.84 1498/4 110/250 7/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 7
Superb Superb
SUPERB The latest Superb has little direct competition FOR Luxurious cabin, comfortable DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4861/1864/1483mm Wheelbase 2841mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
but even if it had, it would stand out. It’s superb on space ride, performance. Tyre size 215/55 R17 Turning circle dia 11.1m Indian Driving Cycle*
and it’s nice to drive. It’s got the latest of equipment AGAINST Interiors lack drama. Trunk volume 625-1760 litres Ground clearance 149-164mm Petrol M/T 8.9/14.2/11.55
too but if pushed to bring up negatives, it would be the VERDICT New model carries the Kerb weight 1494-1565kg Fuel tank 66 litres Petrol A/T 8.5/12.7/10.6
generic dash and the fact that it doesn’t feel as solid as Superb legacy with elan. Warranty 2 years/1,00,000 km SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom Diesel A/T 10.1/14.6/12.35
its predecessor. min/max 70/95cm Headroom 90cm Width 141cm
1.8 TSI M/T Style 31.14 31.91 29.20 32.36 32.91 1798/4 180/320 6/M P 8.42 — 9.85 12.56 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/M F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 7 3 3 3 8 3 3 7 3 3
1.8 TSI A/T Style 33.20 34.02 31.17 34.51 35.16 1798/4 180/250 7/A P 8.52 — 4.55 5.96 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/M F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 7 3 3 3 8 3 3 7 3 3
1.8 TSI A/T Sportline 34.57 35.39 32.45 35.90 37.36 1798/4 180/250 7/A P 8.52 — 4.55 5.96 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/M F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 7 3 3 3 8 3 3 7 3 3
1.8 TSI A/T L&K 36.85 37.78 34.68 38.32 39.16 1798/4 180/250 7/A P 8.52 — 4.55 5.96 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 7 3 3 3 8 3 3 7 3 3
TATA TATA
Altroz Altroz
ALTROZ The Altroz definitely makes a good first FOR Striking design, ride and handling. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3990/1755/1523mm Wheelbase 2501mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
impression. It’s great to look at, is spacious and practical AGAINST Anemic petrol engine, no Tyre size 165/80 R14, 195/55 R16, 185/60 R16 Turning circle dia 10.0m Trunk Indian Driving Cycle*
enough, and the entertaining driving dynamics add to its auto option. volume 345 litres Ground clearance 165mm Kerb weight 1036-1150kg 1.2 petrol-MT NA/NA/19.05
appeal. The weak petrol engine is a bit of a weak link but VERDICT Stylish hatchback that’s Fuel tank 37 litres Warranty NA SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom 1.5 diesel-MT NA/NA/25.11
the diesel is likeable. high on value. min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA

1.2 Revotron XE 5.88 6.40 5.95 6.12 6.55 1199/3 86/113 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/7 7/7 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 Re 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 3 2 7
1.2 Revotron XM 6.97 7.39 6.89 7.10 7.58 1199/3 86/113 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 El/3 7 7 7 7 Re 7 7 7 3 7 3 7 7 3 3 2 7
1.2 Revotron XT 7.72 8.18 7.65 7.89 8.41 1199/3 86/113 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 El/3 7 7 3 7 Re 7 7 7 3 7 3 3 7 3 3 2 7
1.2 Revotron XZ 8.38 8.87 8.30 8.57 9.12 1199/3 86/113 5/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 7 3 3 7 3 3 2 7
1.2 Revotron XZ (O) 8.65 9.16 8.58 8.85 9.42 1199/3 86/113 5/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 7 3 3 7 3 3 2 7
1.5 Revotorq XE 8.01 8.50 7.78 8.06 8.59 1497/4 90/200 5/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/7 7/7 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 Re 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 3 2 7
1.5 Revotorq XM 8.85 9.39 8.64 8.92 9.49 1984/4 90/200 5/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 El/3 7 7 7 7 Re 7 7 7 3 7 3 7 7 3 3 2 7
1.5 Revotorq XT 9.61 10.20 9.42 9.71 10.32 1984/4 90/200 5/M D — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 El/3 7 7 3 7 Re 7 7 7 3 7 3 3 7 3 3 2 7
1.5 Revotorq XZ 10.28 10.90 10.08 10.39 11.04 1984/4 90/200 5/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 7 3 3 7 3 3 2 7
1.5 Revotorq XZ (O) 10.55 11.19 10.35 10.67 11.34 1984/4 90/200 5/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 7 3 3 7 3 3 2 7
*In kick-down mode for automatics. Note: Performance and fuel economy figures are constantly updated and hence may differ from figures in earlier road tests. *Indian Driving Cycle figures are as per ARAI standards. *** Ex-Maharashtra prices.

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MODEL DETAILS PRICES IN LAKHS (ON-ROAD) ENGINE & TRANSMISSION PERFORMANCE FEATURES INFOTAINMENT SAFETY

STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

FOG LAMPS
KOLKATA

CHENNAI
MUMBAI
DELHI

ABS
ESP
AC
C U A B T N

Harrier Harrier
HARRIER Concept car looks, a roomy cabin and rugged build FOR Spacious, premium interiors, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4598/1894/1706mm Wheelbase 2741mm Tyre size 235/70 ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
are things that interest in the Tata Harrier. It’s not perfect - ride quality, striking design. R16, 235/65 R17 Turning circle dia NA Trunk volume 425-810 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
ergonomics are off and refinement isn’t the best. 2020 versions AGAINST NVH. Ground clearance 205mm Kerb weight 1680kg Fuel tank 50 litres. Warranty NA Diesel NA/NA/NA
get added features and the all-important auto’ box. VERDICT Probably the best Tata SUV yet. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
XE 16.35 16.76 14.75 16.68 17.43 1956/4 170/350 6/M D — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 7 3 3 Re 3 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
XM 17.87 18.32 16.39 18.25 19.05 1956/4 170/350 6/M D — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 3 3 3 Re 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
XMA 19.32 19.81 18.34 19.75 20.60 1956/4 170/350 6/A D — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 3 3 3 Re 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
XT 19.32 19.81 17.77 19.75 20.60 1956/4 170/350 6/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 2 7
XZ 20.77 21.30 19.13 21.25 22.16 1956/4 170/350 6/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
XZA 22.27 22.85 21.15 22.92 23.65 1956/4 170/350 6/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
XZ (DT) 20.88 21.42 19.35 21.37 22.28 1956/4 170/350 6/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
XZA (DT) 22.39 22.97 21.25 23.04 23.90 1956/4 170/350 6/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
XZ Dark 21.00 21.44 19.93 21.62 22.41 1956/4 170/350 6/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
XZA Dark 22.51 22.98 21.36 23.16 24.02 1956/4 170/350 6/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
XZ+ 22.22 22.79 21.10 22.75 23.71 1956/4 170/350 6/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
XZA+ 23.66 24.27 22.45 24.36 25.25 1956/4 170/350 6/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
XZ+ (DT) 22.33 22.91 21.20 23.00 23.83 1956/4 170/350 6/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
XZA+ (DT) 23.84 24.48 22.64 24.55 25.45 1956/4 170/350 6/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
XZ+ Dark 22.45 22.92 21.30 23.10 23.96 1956/4 170/350 6/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
XZA+ Dark 23.96 24.66 22.75 24.66 25.57 1956/4 170/350 6/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 6 3
Nexon Nexon
NEXON Tata’s very fashionable take on the compact SUV is fresh FOR Style, ride quality, value. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3993/1811/1606mm Wheelbase 2498mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
from a facelift. It’s nicer inside, space and comfort are still good AGAINST Petrol engine is under- Tyre size 195/60 R16, 215/60 R16 Turning circle dia 10.2m Indian Driving Cycle*
and ride/handling continues to impress. To top it all, pricing is whelming, inconsistent quality. Trunk volume 350 litres Ground clearance 209mm Kerb weight 1237-1305kg Revotron NA/NA/NA
keen too. Of the two engines, the diesel is the one to go for; the VERDICT High on style compact Fuel tank 44 litres Warranty NA SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom Revotorq NA/NA/NA
petrol doesn’t feel completely sorted. AMT autos are quite nice. SUV that’s big on content too. min/max 73/93cm Headroom 94cm Width 137cm
1.2 Revotron XE 7.90 8.15 7.77 8.12 8.56 1198/3 120/170 6/M P — — — — M 3/3 3/7 3/7 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 3 2 3
1.2 Revotron XM 8.72 9.01 8.59 9.09 9.45 1198/3 120/170 6/M P — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/3 7 7 7 7 Re 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 3 3 2 3
1.2 Revotron XMA 9.37 9.73 9.27 9.79 10.16 1198/3 120/170 6/A P — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 El/3 7 7 7 7 Re 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 3 3 2 3
1.2 Revotron XZ 9.81 10.19 9.71 10.29 10.64 1198/3 120/170 6/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
1.2 Revotron XZ+ 10.69 11.10 10.58 11.23 11.60 1198/3 120/170 6/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
1.2 Revotron XZA+ 11.75 11.99 11.34 12.42 12.75 1198/3 120/170 6/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
1.2 Revotron XZ+ (DT) 10.91 11.45 10.80 11.46 11.83 1198/3 120/170 6/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
1.2 Revotron XZA+ (DT) 11.97 12.35 11.62 12.76 13.00 1198/3 120/170 6/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
1.2 Revotron XZ+ (O) 12.09 12.34 11.74 12.66 13.12 1198/3 120/170 6/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
1.2 Revotron XZA+ (O) 12.77 13.04 12.33 13.37 13.86 1198/3 120/170 6/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
1.2 Revotron XZ+ (O) (DT) 12.31 12.70 12.60 12.84 13.37 1198/3 120/170 6/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
1.2 Revotron XZA+ (O) (DT) 13.00 13.40 12.62 13.55 14.11 1198/3 120/170 6/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
1.5 Revotorq XE 9.69 10.07 9.44 9.82 10.35 1497/4 110/260 6/M D — — — — M 3/3 3/7 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 7 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 3 7 7 7 7 3 3 2 3
1.5 Revotorq XM 10.52 10.94 10.25 10.67 11.24 1497/4 110/260 6/M D — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/3 7 7 7 7 Re 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 3 3 2 3

3 = Standard, 7 = Not available,  = Optional, M = Manual, A = Automatic, F = Front, R = Rear, In = Internal, Ex = External, El = Electric, Re = Remote , NA = Not Available, T = Turbocharged, H = Horizontally-opposed, S = Supercharged. **Ex-showroom prices.

T H E J OY O F S P E C S
AU T OCA R ’S S TA R R AT I N G S E X P L A I N E D
K I A S E LT O S IIIIIIIIII 0-20%: Inherently dangerous/unsafe. Tragically,
The Seltos range is an 18-version maze irredeemably flawed.
with 6 engine-gearbox options and 2 HIIIIIIIII 20-35%: Appalling drive. Massively significant
trim lines with multiple variants. Of the failings.
3 engines, the 1.5 petrol is pleasant HHIIIIIIII 35-50%: Very poor. Fails to meet any accepted class
for town, the 1.4 turbo-petrol is the boundaries.
enthusiast’s pick, and the refined 1.5 HHHIIIIIII 50-60%: Poor. With acceptable class boundaries in
diesel is great for high-mileage drivers. a few areas. Remains un-recommendable.
The 6-speed manuals are nice but auto options are worth the extra money. The HHHHIIIIII 60-65%: Off the pace. Below average in nearly
differences in the HT and GT trims are largely cosmetic, but some high-end all areas.
features are exclusive to the latter. Entry-level HTEs (Rs 9.89-10.34 lakh) get HHHHHIIIII 65-70%: Acceptable. Average in key areas,
basic safety while HTKs (Rs 10.29-11.49 lakh) sport touchscreen infotainment but disappoints.
compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. HTK+ (Rs 11.49-12.54 lakh) HHHHHHIIII 70-75%: Competent. Above average in some areas,
versions get 16-inch alloys, keyless go and cruise control. The HTX (Rs 13.09- average in others. Outstanding in none.
ALL PRICES, EX-SHOWROOM, INDIA

14.14 lakh) gets Isofix mounts, a tyre pressure monitor, LED lighting, 17-inch HHHHHHHIII 75-80%: Good. Competitive in certain key areas.
alloys, a 10.25-inch touchscreen, in-car connectivity and wireless charging. The
Commendable.
HTX+ (Rs 15.34-16.34 lakh) gets 6 airbags, front parking sensors, 360-degree
HHHHHHHHII 80-85%: Very good. Very competitive in key
camera, 7.0-inch MID, 8-speaker Bose system, cooled seats and a sunroof. The
areas, competitive in secondary areas.
GT line starts at the GTK (Rs 13.79 lakh) and gets the HTX’s features. The GTX
HHHHHHHHHI 85-92%: Excellent. Near class-leading in key areas,
(Rs 15.29-16.29 lakh) has nearly all the HTX+’s kit. The GTX+ adds drive modes,
and in some ways outstanding.
front parking sensors, a blind-spot monitor, 8-way powered driver’s seat and a
HHHHHHHHHH 93%+: Brilliant, unsurpassed. All but flawless.
360-degree camera. Budget no constraint, the 1.4 petrol-auto GTX+ is our pick;
while typical buyers will find a great match in the value-rich 1.5 petrol-CVT HTX. *For complete vehicle road test and analysis, visit autocarindia.com
 = Standard,  = Not available,  = Optional, M = Manual, A = Automatic, F = Front, R = Rear, In = Internal, Ex = External, El = Electric, Re = Remote , NA = Not Available, T = Turbocharged, H = Horizontally-opposed, S = Supercharged. **Ex-showroom prices.

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MODEL DETAILS PRICES IN LAKHS (ON-ROAD) ENGINE & TRANSMISSION PERFORMANCE FEATURES INFOTAINMENT SAFETY

STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

FOG LAMPS
KOLKATA

CHENNAI
MUMBAI
DELHI

ABS
ESP
AC
C U A B T N

1.5 Revotorq XMA 11.19 11.64 10.91 11.35 11.95 1497/4 110/260 6/A D — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 El/3 7 7 7 7 Re 7 7 7 3 3 3 2
3 7 7 3 3
1.5 Revotorq XZ 12.12 12.31 11.45 12.42 12.87 1497/4 110/260 6/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 2
3 3 7 3 3
1.5 Revotorq XZ+ 13.04 13.26 12.33 13.37 13.86 1497/4 110/260 6/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 2
3 3 7 3 3
1.5 Revotorq XZA+ 13.74 13.98 12.99 14.09 14.60 1497/4 110/260 6/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 2
3 3 7 3 3
1.5 Revotorq XZ+ (DT) 13.28 13.64 12.62 13.57 14.11 1497/4 110/260 6/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 2
3 3 7 3 3
1.5 Revotorq XZA+ (DT) 13.97 14.35 13.26 14.26 14.85 1497/4 110/260 6/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 2
3 3 7 3 3
1.5 Revotorq XZ+ (O) 14.09 14.33 13.32 14.45 14.97 1497/4 110/260 6/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 2
3 3 7 3 3
1.5 Revotorq XZA+ (O) 14.78 15.04 13.98 15.17 15.71 1497/4 110/260 6/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 2
3 3 7 3 3
1.5 Revotorq XZ+ (O) (DT) 14.32 14.70 13.60 14.62 15.22 1497/4 110/260 6/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 2
3 3 7 3 3
1.5 Revotorq XZA+ (O) (DT) 15.01 15.42 14.25 15.34 15.96 1497/4 110/260 6/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 2
3 3 7 3 3
Nexon EV Nexon EV
NEXON EV A big step forward in Tata’s EV programme, the Nexon FOR Performance, space, practicality. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3993/1811/1606mm Wheelbase 2498mm Tyre size 215/60 R16 ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
EV, like the standard Nexon, is stylish and rides and handles well. AGAINST Real-world range a question Turning circle dia 10.2m Trunk volume 350 litres Ground clearance 205mm Indian Driving Cycle*
The powertrain also impresses with peppy performance. Lack of mark. VERDICT Pricey but interesting Kerb weight 1400kg Battery 30.2kWh Warranty 3 Year SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat:
charging infrastructure and real-world range limits its appeal. alternative to regular Nexon. Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA

XM 16.10 16.12 13.99** 14.83 15.59 Electric mtr 129/245 1/A E — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 7/7 R 3 7/3 El/7 3 7 3 3 Re 7 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
XZ+ 17.22 17.22 14.99** 15.89 16.68 Electric mtr 129/245 1/A E — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
XZ+ LUX 18.35 18.40 15.99** 16.94 17.81 Electric mtr 129/245 1/A E — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 7 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 2 3
Tiago Tiago
TIAGO The Tiago is an impressive car. It’s fresh from a facelift and even FOR Design, spacious cabin, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3765/1677/1535mm Wheelbase 2400mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
more attractive, comes with plenty of kit and has a cabin and a ride/ well priced. AGAINST Unimpressive Tyre size 155/18 R13, 175/65 R14 Turning circle dia NA Indian Driving Cycle*
handling package that belong to a segment above. The lacklustre petrol engine, relatively poor mileage. Trunk volume 242 litres Ground clearance 165-170mm
engine takes away from what is a well-rounded, well-priced product. The VERDICT Competent hatchback that Kerb weight 935-1080kg Fuel tank 35 litres Warranty NA
AMT is not best of its kind but is a viable an option for urban buyers. scores big on value. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
Revotron XE 5.12 5.60 5.18 5.34 5.67 1199/3 86/113 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
Revotron XT 5.76 6.14 5.86 6.02 6.43 1199/3 86/113 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 73 7 3 2 7
Revotron XZ 6.29 6.58 6.40 6.59 7.03 1199/3 86/113 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 3 7 7 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 73 7 3 2 7
Revotron XZA 7.00 7.10 6.95 7.23 7.63 1199/3 86/113 5/A P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 7/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 3 7 7 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 73 7 3 2 7
Revotron XZ+ 6.59 7.16 6.72 6.92 7.38 1199/3 86/113 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/7 7 3 7 7 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 33 7 3 2 7
Revotron XZA+ 7.34 7.67 7.27 7.56 7.97 1199/3 86/113 5/A P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/7 7 3 7 7 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 33 7 3 2 7
Revotron XZ+ (DT) 6.89 7.24 6.84 7.11 7.51 1199/3 86/113 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/7 7 3 7 7 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 33 7 3 2 7
Revotron XZA+ (DT) 7.44 7.75 7.39 7.61 8.10 1199/3 86/113 5/A P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/7 7 3 7 7 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 33 7 3 2 7
Tiago JTP 7.69 7.65 6.54** 7.42 9.37 1199/3 114/150 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/3 El/7 7 3 7 7 In 3 3 7 3 3 3 73 7 3 2 7
Tigor Tigor
TIGOR The compact sedan derivative of the Tiago balances style and FOR Value, ride quality. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3993/1677/1532mm Wheelbase 2450mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
practicality; the sleek tail is home to a class-leading 420-litre boot. The AGAINST Unexciting engine. Tyre size 155/80 R13, 175/65 R14, 175/60 R15 Turning circle dia 10.2m Indian Driving Cycle*
recent facelift adds a dose of freshness. It’s got a nice cabin with ample VERDICT Stylish compact sedan Trunk volume 419 litres Ground clearance 135mm
space and is well-equipped. Ride and handling are also impressive but the that also plays the value card. Kerb weight 992-1130kg Fuel tank 35 litres
engine doesn’t excite. As an overall package, the Tigor is great value. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Headroom NA Width NA
Revotron XE 6.38 6.92 6.46 6.65 7.09 1199/3 86/113 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 7/7 7/7 7/7 7 7/7 R 7 7/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7

*In kick-down mode for automatics. Note: Performance and fuel economy figures are constantly updated and hence may differ from figures in earlier road tests. *Indian Driving Cycle figures are as per ARAI standards. *** Ex-Maharashtra prices.

TOP FIVES

M O S T F U E L- E F F I C I E N T B S 6 - C O M P L I A N T P E T R O L C A R S : A S R AT E D BY A R A I
Renault Kwid 1.0 AMT Rs 4.72-5.01 lakh
2 While the Kwid comes with 54hp, 0.8-litre and 68hp, 1.0-litre engines, it is the latter unit that can go an
impressive 22.5km on a single litre of petrol, when mated to the AMT gearbox. The Kwid 0.8 is nearly as
efficient, with an ARAI mileage of 22.3kpl, while the 1.0 with the 5-speed manual is rated at 21.7kpl.

Maruti Suzuki Alto Rs 2.95-3.90 lakh

3 The smallest Maruti Suzuki model is powered by a frugal 48hp, 0.8-litre engine that has been certified by
ARAI to deliver a fuel efficiency of 22.05kpl. While the Alto feels basic and has a cramped cabin, its low
price, high efficiency and minimal maintenance costs make it a popular buy.

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ALL PRICES, EX-SHOWROOM, DELHI

Maruti Suzuki WagonR 1.0 Rs 4.45-5.45 lakh

Like most Marutis, the WagonR’s selling points includes economical engines. The tall-boy gets two units –
a 68hp 1.0 and an 83hp 1.2. The smaller engine is the slightly more frugal mill, delivering 21.79kpl to the
1.2-litre’s 20.52kpl. Both units get a 5-speed AMT too, which has the same ARAI mileage as the manuals.

Maruti Suzuki Baleno/Toyota Glanza Rs 7.33-7.90 lakh/ Rs 7.22 lakh Maruti Suzuki S-Presso Rs 3.71-4.99 lakh
1 The badge-engineered Baleno and Glanza siblings share the top spot in mild-hybrid form with an ARAI- 5 The S-Presso shares its Heartect platform and K10 petrol engine with the WagonR 1.0, which explains why
rated 23.87kpl. Their powertrains comprise 90hp, 1.2-litre engines, an integrated starter-generator it has similar ARAI figures. Interestingly, the higher-spec variants (which ride on 14-inch rims) have a
and a 12V Li-ion battery that adds start/stop, energy recuperation, and a mild power assist. marginally higher 21.7kpl rating; the lower trims are rated at 21.4kpl. Manual and AMT options are on offer.
*In kick-down mode for automatics. Note: Performance and fuel economy figures are constantly updated and hence may differ from figures in earlier road tests. *Indian Driving Cycle figures are as per ARAI standards. *** Ex-Maharashtra prices.

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NEW CARS A-Z
MODEL DETAILS PRICES IN LAKHS (ON-ROAD) ENGINE & TRANSMISSION PERFORMANCE FEATURES INFOTAINMENT SAFETY

STEERING WHEEL ADJUST (RAKE\REACH)

NO. OF GEARS (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC)

FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
20-80KPH IN 3RD GEAR (SECS)

CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
Prices are indicative only and

POWER (HP)/TORQUE (NM)

REAR CENTRE ARMREST

DOOR MIRROR (ADJUST/
vary from time to time.

WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

(DRIVER/PASSENGER)

ELECTRIC RETRACT)
E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

AIRBAGS (NO.)
BENGALURU

FOG LAMPS
KOLKATA

CHENNAI
MUMBAI
DELHI

ABS
ESP
AC
C U A B T N

Revotron XM 6.94 7.33 6.84 7.05 7.51 1199/3 86/113 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
Revotron XMA 7.48 7.90 7.39 8.00 8.10 1199/3 86/113 5/A P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 In/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 2 7
Revotron XZ 7.38 7.79 7.28 7.50 7.98 1199/3 86/113 5/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/7 3 3 7 7 Re 3 7 73 3 3 73 7 3 2 7
Revotron XZ+ 7.91 8.35 7.81 8.06 8.57 1199/3 86/113 5/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 7 7 Re 3 7 7 3 3 3 33 7 3 2 7
Revotron XZA+ 8.46 8.92 8.36 8.96 9.16 1199/3 86/113 5/A P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/3 3 3 7 7 Re 3 7 73 3 3 73 7 3 2 7
Tigor JTP 8.68 8.89 9.11 8.73 9.37 1199/3 114/150 5/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 7/7 El/7 3 3 7 7 Re 3 7 7 3 3 3 33 7 3 2 7
Tigor EV Tigor EV
TIGOR EV There’s little to differentiate between the Tigor FOR Green image, no emmisions. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3992/1677/1537mm Wheelbase 2450mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
EV and standard counterpart both inside and outside. AGAINST Expensive, performance. Tyre size 175/65 R14 Turning circle dia 10.2m Trunk volume 255 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
While it does have bragging rights in terms of its green VERDICT Not yet a proper electric Ground clearance 176mm Kerb weight 1590kg Battery 21.5kWh
credentials, the 41hp electric motor doesn’t give it the alternative to a combustion car. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
oomph it needs, limiting use to the city. Headroom NA Width NA
EV XE+ 10.56 11.92 11.08 11.65 11.69 Elctrc mtr 41/105 1/A E — — — — A 3/7 7/7 7/7 3/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 1 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 In/7 7
EV XM+ 10.74 12.10 11.25 11.82 11.87 Elctrc mtr 41/105 1/A E — — — — A 3/7 7/7 3/3 3/7 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 In/7 7
EV XT+ 10.90 12.26 11.40 10.97 12.04 Elctrc mtr 41/105 1/A E — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 7 7 7 In 7 7 7 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/7 7
TOYOTA TOYOTA
Camry Camry
CAMRY If the back seat is where you spend most of your FOR Back-seat, hybrid is cheap DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4885/1840/1455mm Wheelbase 2825mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
time, the Camry is for you. Sure, the seating position could to run, refinement. Tyre size 235/45 R18 Turning circle dia 11.6m Trunk volume 597 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
be a bit better but you can recline the backrest and there’s AGAINST Average infotainment, Ground clearance NA Kerb weight 1665kg Hybrid NA/NA/23.27
lots of space to spread out after a hard day at the office. expensive. Fuel tank 50 litres Warranty 3 years/100,000km
Unfortunately, the popular hybrid version has become VERDICT Comfortable, sensible SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
expensive after the implementation of GST. large sedan. Headroom NA Width NA
Hybrid 43.93 47.46 41.31 45.47 47.27 2487/4 218/221 CVT P/E — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El R 3 7/7 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 3 3 9 7 El/3
Fortuner Fortuner
FORTUNER The new Fortuner successfully takes the mantle FOR Reliability, comfort for seven. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4795/1855/1835mm Wheelbase 2745mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
from the popular original. Styling is modern, the interior is AGAINST Lacks some features, Tyre size 265/65 R17, 265/60 R18 Turning circle dia 11.6m Indian Driving Cycle*
comfier and more luxurious, and it’s better to drive. There’s pricier than rivals. Trunk volume NA Ground clearance 225mm Kerb weight NA
a petrol engine on offer but the diesels will prove more VERDICT More desirable now, Fuel tank 80 litres Warranty NA
efficient. The new Fortuner is quite expensive but you do but dependable as ever. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
get bulletproof reliability as part of the deal. Headroom NA Width NA

2.7 4X2 M/T 33.02 35.70 29.62 34.64 35.58 2649/4 166/245 5/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 37 7 7 3
2.7 4X2 A/T 34.84 37.64 31.46 36.53 37.57 2649/4 166/245 6/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 7 7
3 3 3 3 3
2.8 4X2 M/T 36.38 38.78 31.36 37.03 38.22 2755/4 177/420 6/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 37 7 7 3
2.8 4X2 A/T 38.57 41.07 33.89 39.25 40.55 2755/4 177/450 6/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 7 7
3 3 3 3 3
2.8 4X4 M/T 38.70 41.39 34.01 39.38 40.68 2755/4 177/420 6/M D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 37 3 3 3
2.8 4X4 A/T 40.81 43.61 35.93 41.51 42.92 2755/4 177/450 6/A D 12.02 — 7.49 0.06 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 El 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 37 3 3 3
Glanza Glanza
GLANZA Essentially a rebadged Maruti Baleno, there’s very FOR Peppy engines, spacious DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3995/1745/1510mm Wheelbase 2520mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
little to differentiate between them. The Glanza gets the same interiors. Tyre size 195/65 R16 Turning circle dia 9.8m Trunk volume 339 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
peppy 1.2 petrol and efficient 1.2 petrol-hybrid engine options AGAINST Too similar to the Baleno, Ground clearance 170mm Kerb weight 890-935kg G MT NA/NA/23.87
as the Baleno and has the same manual and CVT gearbox Average cabin quality. Fuel tank 37 litres Warranty 3 years/1,00,000km V MT NA/NA/21.01
options. Keener pricing for the hybrid and Toyota’s longer VERDICT A Baleno with a Toyota SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA G/V CVT NA/NA/19.56
warranty are reasons to consider one over a Baleno. badge. Headroom NA Width NA

G MT 8.13 8.86 7.87 8.55 8.47 1197/4 83/113 5/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 3/7 El/3 7 3 7 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
G MT 8.13 9.15 8.13 8.82 8.87 1197/4 90/113 5/M P/E — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 3/7 El/3 7 3 7 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
G CVT 9.32 10.42 9.34 10.05 10.03 1197/4 83/113 CVT P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 3/7 El/3 7 3 7 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 2 7
V MT 8.53 9.59 8.56 9.26 9.22 1197/4 83/113 5/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/7 El/3 7 3 3 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 33 7 3 2 7
V CVT 9.98 11.16 10.03 10.76 10.78 1197/4 83/113 CVT P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/7 El/3 7 3 3 7 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 33 7 3 2 7
Innova Crysta Innova Crysta
INNOVA CRYSTA Toyota’s new Innova Crysta is a huge step FOR Spacious cabin, DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4735/1830/1795mm Wheelbase 2750mm Tyre size 205/65 ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
forward over the earlier Innova. Clearly more attractive and strong engines, plenty of equipment. R16, 215/55 R17 Turning circle dia 10.8m Trunk volume 300-1800 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
upmarket, it is also more comfortable, better built and more AGAINST Price, weight. Ground clearance 167mm Kerb weight 1855-1870kg 2.4 MT 10.6/14.3/15.1
lavishly equipped. It also comes with a two strong engines. But VERDICT Bigger, bolder and better; Fuel tank 65/55 litres Warranty NA 2.8 AT 9.2/13.2/14.29
it’s a whole lot costlier, with prices that are more executive this is easily the new MPV benchmark. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 64/87cm
sedan than family MPV. Headroom 95cm Width 145cm
2.7 GX MT 7-seater 18.28 19.68 16.06 17.53 19.35 2694/4 166/245 5/M P — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 3 7 7 3 In 3 3 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 3 7
2.7 GX MT 8-seater 18.34 19.74 16.12 17.64 19.42 2694/4 166/245 5/M P — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 7 3 In 3 3 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 3 7
2.7 GX AT 7-seater 19.67 21.15 17.27 18.83 20.85 2694/4 166/245 6/A P — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 3 7 7 3 In 3 3 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 3 7
2.7 GX AT 8-seater 19.73 21.21 17.33 18.94 20.92 2694/4 166/245 6/A P — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 7 3 In 3 3 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 3 7
2.7 VX MT 7-seater 22.10 23.71 19.21 21.00 23.46 2694/4 166/245 5/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/7 3 3 3 3 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 3 7
2.7 ZX AT 7-seater 25.12 27.11 22.51 24.55 26.95 2694/4 166/245 6/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7
2.4 G MT 7-seater 19.73 20.95 17.28 17.56 20.27 2393/4 150/343 5/M D 13.11 — 9.86 11.93 M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 3 7 7 3 In 3 3 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 3 7
2.4 G MT 8-seater 16.31 21.01 17.34 17.61 20.38 2393/4 150/343 5/M D 13.11 — 9.86 11.93 M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 7/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 7 3 In 3 3 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 3 7
2.4 G+ MT 7-seater 20.15 21.75 19.53 20.53 21.11 2393/4 150/343 5/M D — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 7 3 In 3 3 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 3 7
2.4 G+ MT 8-seater 20.21 21.81 19.59 20.59 21.18 2393/4 150/343 5/M D — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 7 3 In 3 3 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 3 7
2.4 GX MT 7-seater 20.95 22.21 19.53 20.35 21.58 2393/4 150/343 5/M D 13.11 — 9.86 11.93 M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 3 7 7 3 In 3 3 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 3 7
2.4 GX MT 8-seater 21.01 22.27 19.59 20.41 21.64 2393/4 150/343 5/M D 13.11 — 9.86 11.93 M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 7 3 In 3 3 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 3 7
2.4 GX AT 7-seater 22.13 23.44 21.10 22.18 22.81 2393/4 150/343 6/A D 11.46 — 6.7 8.84 M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 3 7 7 3 In 3 3 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 3 7
2.4 GX AT 8-seater 22.19 23.50 21.16 22.24 22.87 2393/4 150/343 6/A D 11.46 — 6.7 8.84 M 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 3/3 El/7 7 7 7 3 In 3 3 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 3 7
2.4 VX MT 7-seater 24.98 26.62 18.93 24.30 26.01 2393/4 150/343 5/M D 13.11 — 9.86 11.93 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/7 3 3 3 3 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 3 7
2.4 VX MT 8-seater 25.04 26.68 18.98 24.36 26.08 2393/4 150/343 5/M D 13.11 — 9.86 11.93 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 3 3/3 El/7 3 3 3 3 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 3 7
2.4 ZX MT 7-seater 26.79 28.52 20.95 27.95 27.93 2393/4 150/343 5/M D 13.11 — 9.86 11.93 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3In 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7
2.4 ZX AT 7-seater 27.84 29.62 26.61 28.00 29.03 2393/4 150/343 6/A D 11.46 — 6.7 8.84 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7
2.7 Touring Sport 7-str 28.37 24.38 20.21 22.01 24.11 2694/4 166/245 6/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7
2.7 Touring Sport AT 7-str 25.42 27.97 23.34 25.43 27.79 2694/4 166/245 6/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7
 = Standard,  = Not available,  = Optional, M = Manual, A = Automatic, F = Front, R = Rear, In = Internal, Ex = External, El = Electric, Re = Remote , NA = Not Available, T = Turbocharged, H = Horizontally-opposed, S = Supercharged. **Ex-showroom prices.

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2.4 Touring Sport 7-str 26.60 27.37 22.36 24.36 27.73 2393/4 150/343 5/M D 13.11 — 9.86 11.93 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7
2.4 Touring Sport AT 7-str 29.07 29.24 27.80 29.24 30.32 2393/4 150/343 6/A D 11.46 — 6.7 8.84 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 In 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7
Vellfire Vellfire
VELLFIRE Toyota’s XXL-sized MPV boasts a cavernous cabin that FOR Cavernous interior, brilliant seats. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4935/1850/1895mm Wheelbase 3000mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway
is home to some of the best seats in the business. The middle AGAINST Expensive, Large size could Tyre size 225/60 R17 Turning circle dia NA Trunk volume NA Indian Driving Cycle*
row seats are no less than La-Z-Boy recliners and even the third be an issue in congested areas. Ground clearance 165mm Kerb weight NA Fuel tank 58 litres
row is spacious. Light controls and great visibility make the VERDICT A luxury car you didn’t know Warranty NA
petrol-electric hybrid-powered Vellfire surprisingly easy to drive you wanted. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
but owners would be comfiest sprawled out at the back. Headroom NA Width NA
Executive Lounge 79.50** 79.50** 79.50** 79.50** 79.50** 2494/4 117/198 CVT P/E — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3
Yaris Yaris
YARIS It’s not the roomiest, most exciting or most comfortable FOR Safety equipment, pleasant ride. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4425/1730/1495mm Wheelbase 2550mm Tyre size 185/60 R15 ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway
but it’s not bad in any area either. It does really stand out for AGAINST Pricey, insipid driving Turning circle dia 10.2m Trunk volume 476 litres Ground clearance NA Indian Driving Cycle*
its safety kit - even base trims get 7 airbags! There’s only a experience. Kerb weight 1090-1135kg Fuel tank 42 litres Warranty 3 years/1,00,000km Petrol NA/NA/17.1
petrol engine on offer but it can be had with manual or auto VERDICT A good car amidst great SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA Petrol CVT NA/NA/17.8
gearboxes. Top versions are pricey. alternatives. Headroom NA Width NA

J(O) 9.73 10.23 9.65 10.07 10.65 1496/4 107/140 6/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 7 7 3/3 El/7 3 7 7 7 Re 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 3 7
J 10.74 10.98 9.76 10.80 11.41 1496/4 107/140 6/M P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 7 7 3/3 El/7 3 7 7 7 Re 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 7 7
J (O) CVT (A/T) 10.50 11.04 10.41 10.86 11.48 1496/4 107/140 CVT P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 7 7 3/3 El/7 3 7 7 7 Re 7 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 3 7
J CVT (A/T) 11.40 11.97 11.07 11.59 12.68 1496/4 107/140 CVT P — — — — M 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 7 7 3/3 El/7 3 7 7 7 Re 7 7 3 3 3 3 7 7 7 3 7 7
G(O) 10.81 11.36 10.72 11.18 11.82 1496/4 107/140 6/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 3/3 El/3 3 3 7 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 3 7
G 12.43 12.49 11.83 12.72 13.24 1496/4 107/140 6/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 3/3 El/3 3 3 7 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 7 7
G(O) CVT (A/T) 12.66 12.94 12.14 13.19 13.72 1496/4 107/140 CVT P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 3/3 El/3 3 3 7 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 3 7
G CVT (A/T) 13.68 13.87 13.15 14.15 14.66 1496/4 107/140 CVT P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 3/3 El/3 3 3 7 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 7 7
V 13.78 13.86 13.08 14.14 14.71 1496/4 107/140 6/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 7 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 3 7
V(O) 13.97 14.25 13.39 14.54 14.93 1496/4 107/140 6/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 7 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 7 7
V CVT (A/T) 15.04 15.24 14.40 15.57 16.19 1496/4 107/140 CVT P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 7 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 3 7
V(O) CVT (A/T) 15.35 15.63 14.72 15.97 16.41 1496/4 107/140 CVT P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 7 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 3 7 7
VX 15.17 15.26 14.33 15.59 16.22 1496/4 107/140 6/M P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7
VX CVT (A/T) 16.45 16.67 15.68 17.05 17.72 1496/4 107/140 CVT P — — — — A 3/7 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7
VOLKSWAGEN VOLKSWAGEN
Polo Polo
POLO The Polo now comes with just two petrol FOR Fun-to-drive (1.0 TSI), build quality. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 3971/1682/1469mm Wheelbase 2469mm ECONOMY (kpl) C/H/IDC*
engines – a dull 1.0 naturally aspirated unit and AGAINST Dull petrol engine (1.0), Tyre size 175/70 R14, 185/60 R15 Turning circle dia 9.94m 1.0 MPI NA/NA/NA
an exciting 1.0 TSI mill, which has manual and cramped rear area. Trunk volume NA Ground clearance 165mm 1.0 TSI NA/NA/NA
automatic transmission options. While it retains its VERDICT Not the most rounded Kerb weight 1033-1158kg Fuel tank 45 litres Warranty 2 years/unlimited mileage
tough build, there’s more kit now and a recently hatchback but has its SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 56/78cm
updated exterior, there’s no denying its age. special appeal. Headroom 90cm Width 128cm
1.0 MPI Trendline 5.82** 5.82** 5.82** 5.82** 5.82** 999/3 76/95 6/M P — — — — M 3/3 3/7 3/7 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/3 In/7 7 7 7 7 Ex 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 2 7 7 3
1.0 MPI Comfortline 7.71 8.19 7.55 8.00 8.21 999/3 76/95 6/M P — — — — M 3/3 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/3 EI/7 7 3 7 7 Ex 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 2 7 7 3
1.0 MPI Highline Plus 7.80** 7.80** 7.80** 7.80** 7.80** 999/3 76/95 6/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 7/3 El/3 7 3 7 7 Ex 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 2 7 7 3
1.0 TSI GT Line 8.02** 8.02** 8.02** 8.02** 8.02** 999/3 110/175 6/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 3 7 7 Ex 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 2 7 3 3
1.0 TSI Highline Plus A/T 10.76 11.42 10.40 10.98 11.31 999/3 110/175 6/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 7/3 El/3 7 3 7 7 Ex 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 2 7 7 3
1.0 TSI GT Line A/T 9.59** 9.59** 9.59** 9.59** 9.59** 999/3 110/175 6/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 7 M/7 R 7 7/3 El/7 7 3 7 7 Ex 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 7 2 7 3 3
Tiguan Allspace Tiguan
TIGUAN ALLSPACE The 7-seat Tiguan Allspace takes the place FOR Tough build, smooth petrol DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4821/1839/1674mm Wheelbase 2787mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
of the 5-seat Tiguan in VW’s India line-up. Like the Tiguan, the engine. Tyre size 235/55 R18 Turning circle dia 11.5m Indian Driving Cycle*
Allspace boasts excellent build quality and is roomy inside, AGAINST No diesel engine option, Trunk volume 340 litres Ground clearance 201mm
though the third row is best left for short journeys. There’s a cramped third row. Kerb weight 1780kg Fuel tank 60 litres Warranty NA
sole petrol engine on offer, but it’s quite a pleasant mill. The VERDICT A premium SUV for the SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
Allspace comes to India as a limited run import so act fast if discerning buyer. Headroom NA Width NA
you want one.

2.0L TSI 33.12** 33.12** 33.12** 33.12** 33.12** 1984/4 190/320 7/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/7 F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 3
Vento Vento
VENTO NNow a petrol-only model, the Vento continues to be FOR Tough build, nice engine. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4390/1699/1467mm Wheelbase 2552mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
a spacious and comfortable sedan especially at the rear. The AGAINST Ride can get bouncy at high Tyre size 175/70 R14, 185/60 R15 Turning circle dia 10.8m Indian Driving Cycle*
new high-tech 1.0 TSI mill comes with 6-speed manual and speeds, top-spec version are pricey. Trunk volume 454 litres Ground clearance 163mm Kerb weight 1121-1233kg P M/T NA/NA/NA
automatic options. Despite its age, the Vento feels tough. It’s VERDICT A well put together sedan Fuel tank 55 litres Warranty 2 years/unlimited mileage P A/T NA/NA/NA
fair value for money too thanks to the longer list of features. that appeals to the head. SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 66/85cm
Headroom 92cm Width 132cm
1.0 TSI Trendline 8.86** 8.86** 8.86** 8.86** 8.86** 999/3 110/175 6/M P — — — — M 3/3 3/7 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 In/7 7 3 7 7 In 3 7 7 7 7 2 7
7 7 7 7 3
1.0 TSI Comfortline 11.53 12.27 10.94 11.57 12.32 999/3 110/175 6/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 3/7 7 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/7 3 3 7 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 2 7
3 7 7 7 3
1.0 TSI Highline 11.53 12.27 11.35 11.57 12.32 999/3 110/175 6/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 7 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 72 7 7 3
1.0 TSI Highline Plus 11.99** 11.99** 11.99** 11.99** 11.99** 999/3 110/175 6/M P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 7 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 72 7 3 3
1.0 TSI Highline A/T 12.09** 12.09** 12.09** 12.09** 12.09** 999/3 110/175 6/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 7 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 74 7 3 3
1.0 TSI Highline Plus A/T 13.29** 13.29** 13.29** 13.29** 13.29** 999/3 110/175 6/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 M/7 R 7 7/7 El/3 3 3 7 3 Re 3 7 3 3 3 3 3 74 7 3 3
VOLVO VOLVO
S90 S90
S90 Volvo’s luxury sedan has a clear focus – comfort FOR Superb interiors, value. DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4963/2019/1433mm Wheelbase 2941mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
above all else. It’s got a beautifully finished cabin, lots of AGAINST Rear seat could Tyre size 245/45 R18 Turning circle dia NA Trunk volume NA Indian Driving Cycle*
kit and good levels of refinement. While not exciting, it is be better. Ground clearance 152mm Kerb weight NA Fuel tank 55 litres Warranty NA
an easy big car to drive. The rear seat could have been VERDICT A Volvo that you’ll find SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
better shaped but it’s not a deal breaker. hard to say no to. Headroom NA Width NA

D4 Momentum 63.33 63.35 58.84 63.36 66.07 1969/4 190/400 8/A D 8.5 — 5.29 6.55 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3
D4 Inscription 70.22 71.74 66.63 71.58 74.06 1969/4 190/400 8/A D 8.5 — 5.29 6.55 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3
*In kick-down mode for automatics. Note: Performance and fuel economy figures are constantly updated and hence may differ from figures in earlier road tests. *Indian Driving Cycle figures are as per ARAI standards. *** Ex-Maharashtra prices.

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FUEL TYPE (P-PETROL, D-DIESEL,

40-100KPH IN 4TH GEAR (SECS)

PARKING SENSOR (FRONT/REAR)

POWER WINDOWS (FRONT/REAR)

TOUCHSCREEN/NAVIGATION
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CD/USB/AUX/BLUETOOTH/
DRLs (DAY TIME RUNNING LED)
FRONT SEATS HEIGHT ADJUST

SPLIT/FOLDING REAR SEATS

CENTRAL/REMOTE LOCKING
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WHEEL COVERS/ALLOYS
(CC)/NO. OF CYLINDERS
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT

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E-ELECTRIC , L-LPG)

TRACTION CONTROL
0-100KPH (SECS)

PARKING CAMERA
TOP SPEED (KPH)

REAR WASH WIPE

REAR DEFOGGER
REAR AC VENTS
LEATHER SEATS

BOOT RELEASE

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V90 V90
V90 Every bit as practical as estates are expected FOR Practicality, features, good DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4938/2019/1542mm Wheelbase 2941mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
to be, it distinguishes itself with some amount of off- off-road. Tyre size 245/45 R20 Turning circle dia 11.8m Trunk volume 590 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
road ability. It is powerful, attractive, and comes with AGAINST Estate body Ground clearance 210mm Kerb weight NA
a beautifully put together cabin. And with so many style has limited appeal in India. Fuel tank 60 litres Warranty NA
goodies on board you get a lot of car for the money. VERDICT A unique alternative SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
to luxury SUVs. Headroom NA Width NA
D5 Inscription 79.22 82.92 73.77 72.01 82.07 1969/4 235/480 8/A D — 230 — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 7/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3 El/El
XC40 XC40
XC40 Volvo’s newest SUV is a rival to the Q3 and X1. The FOR Loaded with features, safety DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4425/1910/1658mm Wheelbase 2702mm Tyre size 235/55 ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
XC40 stands out for its design and youthful persona. It’s tech, quality. R18 Turning circle dia 11.4m Trunk volume 586 litres Ground clearance NA Indian Driving Cycle*
very well put together, cabin quality is a highlight and is AGAINST Some rivals are roomier. Kerb weight 1733kg Fuel tank 54 litres Warranty NA
extremely well-equipped. The new T4 petrol engine serves VERDICT XC40 hits the SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
as a good replacement for the D4 diesel unit. sweet spot. Headroom NA Width NA

T4 R-Design 46.96 50.82 44.57 48.36 50.97 1969/4 190/300 8/A P — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 7 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
D4 Momentum 49.12 51.14 45.47 48.10 52.98 1969/4 190/400 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 7 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
D4 Inscription 53.86 56.14 49.93 52.89 58.01 1969/4 190/400 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 7 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
XC60 XC60
XC60 Volvo has pulled out all the stops to make its FOR High quality cabin, equipment DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4644/1902/1658mm Wheelbase 2865mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
new XC60 properly desirable. The handsome shape, and safety levels. Tyre size NA Turning circle dia NA Trunk volume 505 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
brilliant finish and well equipped cabin will truly bowl AGAINST Volvo’s small dealer Ground clearance 223mm Kerb weight 1879kg
you over. The 235hp diesel engine is refined and network. Fuel tank 60-71 litres Warranty 2 years/60,000km
punchy and the driving experience is impressive. VERDICT Perhaps the best SUV for SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max NA/NA
the money. Headroom 98.8cm Width143cm
D4 Momentum 63.19 64.56 59.95 63.68 67.33 1969/4 190/400 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 7 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
D5 Inscription 71.39 72.95 67.76 72.07 76.14 1969/4 235/480 8/A D — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 7 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 8 3
XC90 XC90
XC90 The new XC90 is hugely promising. It’s neatly FOR Chunky design, classy DIMENSIONS L/W/H 4950/1923/1776mm Wheelbase 2984mm ECONOMY (kpl) City/Highway/
styled, the cabin is soothing and the third row is interiors, tech. Tyre size 275/45 R20 Turning circle dia 11.8m Trunk volume 1868 litres Indian Driving Cycle*
useable too. The 2.0 engine has adequate grunt but AGAINST Diesel refinement, firm Ground clearance 227-267mm Kerb weight 2060kg D5 9.1/13.1/11.1
misses the extra refinement a larger engine would low-speed ride. Fuel tank 71 litres Warranty 2 years/60,000kms
have offered. T8 Excellence an alternative to full-size VERDICT Fresh and modern take on SEAT DIMENSIONS Rear seat: Legroom min/max 54.5/66.5cm
luxury SUVs. the luxury SUV. Headroom 93cm Width 142cm
D5 Momentum 97.65 98.20 91.13 97.24 101.78 1969/4 228/470 8/A D 9.14 — 5.82 6.90 A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3
D5 Inscription 105.99 106.59 98.93 112.86 113.98 1969/4 228/470 8/A D 9.14 — 5.82 — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3
T8 Excellence 154.05 159.04 147.20 161.00 164.62 1969/4 407/640 8/A P/E — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3
T8 Excellence Lounge Console 142.00** 142.00** 142.00** 157.00 178.05 1969/4 407/640 8/A P/E — — — — A 3/3 3/3 3/3 7/3 3 El/El F/R 3 3/3 El/3 3 3 3 3 Re 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 7 3

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NEW BIKES A-Z
MODEL DETAILS PRICES IN 1000S (ON-ROAD) TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

FUEL TANK CAPACITY (LITRE)

NO. OF GEARS/VARIATOR (V)
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT (CC)

GROUND CLEARANCE (MM)

MAXIMUM* TORQUE (NM)

START (KICK/ELECTRIC)
MAXIMUM* POWER (HP)

KERB WEIGHT (KG)

SEAT HEIGHT (MM)
NO. OF CYLINDERS

WHEELBASE (MM)
MUMBAI
DELHI
APRILIA
Storm 125 101.2 NA 124/1 9.5 9.9 V E 775 1365 155 NA 6.5
SR 125 110.1 NA 124/1 9.5 9.9 V E 775 1365 155 NA 6.5
SR 150 120.9 NA 154.8/1 10.4 11.4 V E 780 1365 155 122 6.5
SR 150 Race 131.1 NA 154.8/1 10.4 11.4 V E 780 1365 155 122 6.5
Shiver 900 NA NA 896/2 95.2 90.0 6 E 810 NA NA NA 15.0
Dorsoduro 900 NA NA 896/2 95.2 90.0 6 E 870 NA NA NA 12.0
ATHER
340 NA 110.0^ NA 4.4kW 20.0 NA E 765 1278 160 118 NA
450 NA 125.0^ NA 5.4kW 20.5 NA E 765 1278 160 118 NA
AVANTURA CHOPPERS
Pravega NA 214.0# 2025/2 NA 140 6 E 600 2000 150 347 21.0
Rudra NA 239.0# 2025/2 NA 140 6 E 600 2180 150 347 17.0
BAJAJ AUTO
CT 100 Spoke 33.3# NA 99.27/1 8.2 8.05 4 K NA 1235 169 109 10.5
CT 100 Alloy 40.7# NA 102/1 7.9 8.3 4 K NA 1235 169 114 10.5
CT 100B 38.0 46.1 99.27/1 8.2 8.05 4 K NA 1235 169 109 10.5
CT 100 ES Alloy 48.4# NA 102/1 7.9 8.3 4 E NA 1235 169 115 10.5
Platina 100 KS 47.2# NA 102/1 8.2 8.6 4 E 807 1255 200 111 11.5
Platina 110 50.9# NA 115/1 8.6 9.8 4 E 807 1255 200 111 11.5
Platina 110 H-Gear Drum 53.3# NA 115/1 8.6 9.8 5 E 807 1255 200 111 11.5
Platina 110 H-Gear Disc 59.2# NA 115/1 8.6 9.8 5 E 807 1255 200 111 11.5
Discover 110 53.2# NA 115/1 8.4 9.8 4 E 800 1305 165 NA 8.0
Discover 125 Drum 59.0 71.6 124.6/1 11.0 10.8 5 K/E 800 1305 165 120.5 8.0
Discover 125 Disc 60.5 74.2 124.6/1 11.0 10.8 5 K/E 800 1305 165 120.5 8.0
V12 Drum 64.0 74.2 124.5/1 10.7 10.9 5 E 780 1315 165 133 13.0
V12 Disc 66.4 71.0 124.5/1 10.7 10.9 5 E 780 1315 165 133 13.0
V15 72.0 82.4 149.5/1 12.0 12.7 5 E 780 1315 165 137 13.0
Pulsar 125 Neon Drum NA NA 124.4/1 12.0 11.0 5 E NA 1320 165 140 15.0
Pulsar 125 Neon Disc 66.6# 66.6# 124.4/1 12.0 11.0 5 E NA 1320 165 140 15.0
Pulsar 135LS NA NA 134.66/1 13.6 11.4 5 E NA 1325 165 121 8.0
Pulsar 150 Neon 75.2# 75.2# 149/1 14.0 13.4 5 E NA 1320 165 144 15.0
Pulsar 150 94.9# 85.0# 149/1 14.0 13.4 5 E NA 1320 165 144 15.0
Pulsar 150 Twin Disc 98.8# 89.8# 149/1 14.0 13.4 5 E NA 1320 165 144 15.0
Pulsar 180 91.0 105.4 178.6/1 17.0 14.22 5 E NA 1345 165 145 15.0
Pulsar 180F 96.3# 96.3# 178.6/1 17.0 14.22 5 E NA 1345 165 145 15.0
Pulsar 220F 108.0# 108.0# 220/1 20.9 18.55 5 E NA 1350 165 150 15.0
Pulsar NS 160 94.1# 94.1# 160.3/1 15.5 14.6 5 E 805 1363 170 142 12.0
Pulsar RS 200 NA NA 199.5/1 24.5 18.6 6 E NA 1355 157 165 13.0
Pulsar RS 200 ABS 141.9# 141.9# 199.5/1 24.5 18.6 6 E NA 1355 157 165 13.0
Avenger Street 160 83.2# 83.2# 160.4/1 15.0 13.5 5 E NA 1480 177 150 13.0
Avenger Street 220 105.0# 105.0# 220/1 19.0 15.5 5 E NA 1490 169 155 13.0
Avenger Cruise 220 105.0# 105.0# 220/1 19.0 15.5 5 E NA 1490 169 155 13.0
Dominar 250 160.0# NA 248.7/1 27.0 23.5 6 E NA 1453 157 180 13.0
Dominar 400 190.0# 190.0# 373.3/1 39.9 35.0 6 E NA 1453 157 182 13.0
BENELLI
Imperiale 400 179.0# 179.0# 374/1 21.0 29.0 5 E 780 1440 NA 205 12.0
Leoncino 250 250.0# 250.0# 249/1 25.8 21.0 6 E 810 1380 170 NA 12.5
TNT 300 299.0# NA 300/2 38.8 26.5 6 E NA 1410 160 196 16.0
302R 310.0# NA 300/2 38.8 26.5 6 E NA NA 150 198 14.0
Leoncino 500 479.0# NA 500/2 47.5 46.0 6 E NA 1460 145 NA 12.7
TRK 502 510.0# NA 500/2 47.5 46.0 6 E NA 1505 190 235 20.0
TRK 502X 550.0# NA 500/2 47.5 46.0 6 E NA 1505 220 235 20.0
TNT 600i 620.0# NA 600/4 85.0 54.6 6 E NA 1480 150 231 15.0
BMW MOTORRAD
G 310 R 299.0# 299.0# 312.2/1 34.0 28.0 6 E 785 1380 NA 158.5 11.0
*In kick-down mode for automatics. Note: Performance and fuel economy figures are constantly updated and hence may differ from figures in earlier road tests. *Indian Driving Cycle figures are as per ARAI standards. *** Ex-Maharashtra prices.

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NEW BIKES A-Z
MODEL DETAILS PRICES IN 1000S (ON-ROAD) TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

FUEL TANK CAPACITY (LITRE)

NO. OF GEARS/VARIATOR (V)
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT (CC)

GROUND CLEARANCE (MM)

MAXIMUM* TORQUE (NM)

START (KICK/ELECTRIC)
MAXIMUM* POWER (HP)

KERB WEIGHT (KG)

SEAT HEIGHT (MM)
NO. OF CYLINDERS

WHEELBASE (MM)
MUMBAI
DELHI
G 310 GS 349.0# 349.0# 312.2/1 34.0 28.0 6 E 835 1420 NA 169.5 11.0
F 750 GS 1195.0# 1195.0# 853/2 77.0 83.0 6 E 815 1559 NA 224 15.0
F 750 GS Pro Low Suspension 1320.0# 1320.0# 853/2 77.0 83.0 6 E NA NA NA NA 15.0
F 750 GS Pro 1340.0# 1340.0# 853/2 77.0 83.0 6 E NA NA NA NA 15 .0
F 850 GS 1295.0# 1295.0# 853/2 90.0 86.0 6 E 860 1593 NA 229 15 .0
F 850 GS Pro Low Suspension 1420.0# 1420.0# 853/2 90.0 86.0 6 E NA NA NA NA 15.0
F 850 GS Pro 1440.0# 1440.0# 853/2 90.0 86.0 6 E NA NA NA NA 15.0
F 850 GS Pro Adventure 1540.0# NA 853/2 90.0 86.0 6 E 875 NA NA NA 23.0
R 1200 R Standard 1740.1 1898.4 1170/2 125 125 6 E 760-820 1515 NA 232 18.0
R 1200 R Exclusive 1796.6 1960.5 1170/2 125 125 6 E 760-820 1515 NA 232 18.0
R 1200 R Style 1807.7 1972.9 1170/2 125 125 6 E 760-820 1515 NA 232 18.0
R 1200 RS Dynamic Plus 1915.5 2146.5 1170/2 125 125 6 E 760-840 1527 NA 236 18.0
R 1200 RS Standard 1800.5 2022.5 1170/2 125 125 6 E 760-840 1527 NA 236 18.0
R 1250 R 1595.0# 1595.0# 1254/2 136 143 6 E 760-840 1515 NA 239 18.0
R 1250 RT Pro 2250.0# 2250.0# 1254/2 136 143 6 E 760-850 1485 NA 279 25.0
R 1200 GS Dynamic Plus 2407.0 2407.0 1170/2 125 125 6 E 850-870 1507 NA 244 20.0
R 1200 GS Pro 2193.8 2469.0 1170/2 125 125 6 E 850-870 1507 NA 244 20.0
R 1200 GS Standard 1833.9 1858.1 1170/2 125 125 6 E 850-870 1507 NA 244 20.0
R 1200 GS Adventure Dynamic Plus 2351.8 2464.0 1170/2 125 125 6 E 890-910 1510 NA 263 30.0
R 1200 GS Adventure Pro 2408.1 2840.0 1170/2 125 125 6 E 890-910 1510 NA 263 30.0
R 1200 GS Adventure Standard 1990.9 2071.1 1170/2 125 125 6 E 890-910 1510 NA 263 30.0
R nineT Scrambler 1796.8 2076.8 1170/2 110 116 6 E 820 1522 NA 220 17.0
R nineT Racer 1921.4 2316.1 1170/2 110 116 6 E 805 1491 NA 220 17.0
R nineT 2011.3 2327.0 1170/2 110 116 6 E 805 1487 NA 222 18.0
S 1000 R Standard 1898.6 2201.0 999/4 165 114 6 E 814 1439 NA 202 17.5
S 1000 R Sport 2000.4 2327.0 999/4 165 114 6 E 814 1439 NA 202 17.5
S 1000 R Pro 2102.3 2452.0 999/4 165 114 6 E 814 1439 NA 202 17.5
S 1000 XR (Pro) 2308.2 2734.0 999/4 165 114 6 E 840 1548 NA 216 20.0
R 1200 RT Standard 2113.7 2294.1 1170/2 125 125 6 E 805-825 1485 NA 276 25.0
R 1200 RT Pro 2485.9 2840.0 1170/2 125 125 6 E 805-825 1485 NA 276 25.0
S 1000 RR Standard 1850.0# NA 999/4 207 113 6 E 824 1441 NA 197 16.5
S 1000 RR Pro 2095.0# NA 999/4 207 113 6 E 824 1441 NA 197 16.5
S 1000 RR Pro M Sport 2295.0# NA 999/4 207 113 6 E 824 1441 NA 193.5 16.5
K 1600 GTL Standard 3275.3 2962.9 1649/6 160 175 6 E 750 1618 NA 350 26.5
K 1600 GTL Pro 3250.9 3678.0 1649/6 160 175 6 E 750 1618 NA 350 26.5
K 1600 B 3228.8 3678.5 1649/6 160 175 6 E 750-780 1618 NA 336 26.5
HP4 RACE 8500.0# 8500.0# 999/4 215 120 6 E NA NA NA 171 17.5
CFMOTO
300NK 229.0# NA 292.2/1 34.0 20.5 6 E 795 1360 150 151 12.5
650NK 399.0# NA 649/2 61.0 56.0 6 E 815 1415 150 206 17.0
650MT 499.0# NA 649/2 71.0 62.0 6 E 840 1425 128 218 18.0
650GT 549.0# NA 649/2 62.5 58.5 6 E 795 1415 150 226 19.0
CLEVELAND
Ace Deluxe 224.0# NA 229/1 15.4 16.0 5 E 760 1350 150 133 14.0
Misfit 249.0# NA 229/1 15.4 16.0 5 E 770 1400 150 144 15.0
DUCATI
Scrambler Icon 789.0# NA 803/2 73.0 67.0 6 E 770-810 1445 NA 186 13.5
Scrambler Classic 955.3 1091.7 803/2 73.0 67.0 6 E 790 1445 NA 192.5 13.5
Scrambler Full Throttle 892.0# NA 803/2 73.0 67.0 6 E 790 1445 NA 186 13.5
Scrambler Desert Sled 993.0# NA 803/2 73.0 67.0 6 E 840-860 1505 238 207 13.5
Scrambler Cafe Racer 978.0# NA 803/2 73.0 67.0 6 E 790 1445 NA 186 13.5
Scrambler Mach 2.0 962.0 1106.0 803/2 73.0 67.0 6 E 790 1445 NA 186 14.0
Scrambler 1100 109.1# 109.1# 1079/2 86.0 88.0 6 E 810 NA NA 206 NA
Monster 797 Plus 917.6 1027.4 803/2 73.0 67.0 6 E 805 1435 NA 193 16.5
Monster 821 1080.0 1233.0 821/2 109 86.0 6 E 785-810 1480 NA 206 16.5
Monster 1200 2372.9 2746.0 1198/2 147 124 6 E 795-820 1485 NA 213 16.5
Monster 1200 S 2899.9 3400.0 1198/2 147 124 6 E 795-820 1485 NA 211 16.5

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MODEL DETAILS PRICES IN 1000S (ON-ROAD) TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

FUEL TANK CAPACITY (LITRE)

NO. OF GEARS/VARIATOR (V)
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT (CC)

GROUND CLEARANCE (MM)

MAXIMUM* TORQUE (NM)

START (KICK/ELECTRIC)
MAXIMUM* POWER (HP)

KERB WEIGHT (KG)

SEAT HEIGHT (MM)
NO. OF CYLINDERS

WHEELBASE (MM)
MUMBAI
DELHI
Hypermotard 950 1199.0# NA 937/2 114 96.0 6 E 870 1493 NA 200 16.0
Hyperstrada 939 1334.5 1512.3 937/2 110 95.0 6 E 810 1485 NA 210 16.0
SuperSport 1338.3 1507.4 937/2 110 93.0 6 E 810 1478 NA 210 16.0
SuperSport S 1518.0 1710.0 937/2 110 93.0 6 E 810 1478 NA 210 16.0
Multistrada 950 1624.5 1627.0 937/2 113 96.0 6 E 840 1594 NA 229 20.0
Multistrada 1260 1599.0# 1599.0# 1262/2 158 129.5 6 E 795-820 1585 NA 232 20.0
Multistrada 1260 S 1806.0# 1806.0# 1262/2 158 129.5 6 E 825-845 1585 NA 235 20.0
Multistrada 1260 Pikes Peak 2142.0# 2142.0# 1262/2 158 129.5 6 E 825-845 1585 NA 229 20.0
Multistrada 1260 Enduro 1999.0# NA 1262/2 158 128 6 E 840-880 1592 NA 254 30.0
XDiavel 1782.8 2218.1 1262/2 152 126 6 E 755 1615 NA 247 18.0
XDiavel S 2162.4 2483.1 1262/2 152 126 6 E 755 1615 NA 247 18.0
Diavel 1260 1770.0# NA 1262/2 159 129 6 E 780 1600 NA 244 17.0
Diavel 1260 S 1925.0# NA 1262/2 159 129 6 E 780 1600 NA 244 1`7.0
Panigale V4 2476.0 2583.0 1103/4 214 124 6 E 830 1469 NA 198 16.0
Panigale V4S 2980.0 3176.0 1103/4 214 124 6 E 830 1469 NA 195 16.0
Panigale V4 R 5187.0# NA 998/4 221 112 6 E NA NA NA 193 NA
959 Panigale 1570.3 1840.0 955/2 150 102 6 E 810 1431 NA 200 17.0
959 Panigale Corse 1520.0# 1520.0# 955/2 150 102 6 E 810 1431 NA 200 17.0
1299 Panigale R Final Edition 5472.8 6300.0 1285/2 209.4 142 6 E 830 1443 NA 190 17.0
FB MONDIAL
HPS 300 337.0# 337.0# 249/1 25.0 22.0 6 E 785 1370 155 NA 9.0
HARLEY-DAVIDSON
Street 750 578.7 625.9 749/2 NA 59.0 6 E 720 1520 145 233 13.1
Street Rod 678.4 747.8 749/2 NA 62.0 6 E 765 1510 205 238 13.1
Iron 883 938.6 1006.6 883/2 NA 70.0 6 E 760 1515 140 256 12.5
Forty-Eight 1113.6 1196.4 1202/2 NA 96.0 5 E 710 1495 110 252 7.9
Forty-Eight Special 1098.0# NA 1202/2 NA 97.0 5 E 710 1495 110 252 7.9
1200 Custom 1089.2 1161.4 1202/2 NA 96.0 5 E 725 1530 105 268 17.0
Roadster 1147.1 1220.5 1202/2 NA 96.0 5 E 785 1505 150 259 12.5
Street Bob 1242.0 1349.3 1585/2 NA 118 6 E 675 1625 110 304 17.8
Fat Bob 1520.3 1640.1 1585/2 NA 121 6 E 690 1620 125 321 18.9
Fat Boy 1910.3 2037.8 1690/2 NA 125 6 E 670 1665 130 322 19.1
Fat Boy 114 2300.2 2323.3 1868/2 NA 161.3 6 E 670 1665 130 322 19.1
Low Rider 1580.0 1585.3 1745/2 NA 144 6 E 680 1630 130 305 19.1
Deluxe 2096.0 2218.1 1745/2 NA 144 6 E 675 1635 115 318 11.1
Heritage Softail Classic 2076.8 2210.9 1690/2 NA 124 6 E 690 1635 131 347 18.9
Road King 3160.8 3568.7 1745/2 NA 150 6 E 705 1625 135 379 22.7
Street Glide Special 3053.0# NA 1745/2 NA 150 6 E 685 1625 125 376 22.7
Road Glide Special 4003.4 4395.2 1745/2 NA 150 6 E 685 1625 120 388 22.7
CVO Limited 5986.9 6678.2 1868/2 NA 165 6 E 760 1625 125 431 22.7
HERO
Pleasure 53.9 63.1 102/1 7.0 8.1 V E NA 1240 125 101 5.0
Pleasure (Alloy) 55.6 63.8 102/1 7.0 8.1 V E NA 1240 125 101 5.0
Pleasure Plus (Steel wheels) 54.8# NA 110.9/1 8.2 8.7 V E NA 1238 155 101 4.8
Pleasure Plus (Alloy) 56.8# NA 110.9/1 8.2 8.7 V E NA 1238 155 101 4.8
Maestro Edge 58.6 65.9 110.9/1 8.2 8.7 V E NA 1261 155 110 NA
Maestro Edge (Dual-tone) 59.7 67.5 110.9/1 8.2 8.7 V E NA 1261 155 110 NA
Duet LX 53.9 58.1 110.9/1 8.2 8.7 V E NA 1245 155 116 NA
Duet VX 57.6 66.8 110.9/1 8.2 8.7 V E NA 1245 155 116 NA
Destini 125 LX 54.6# NA 124.6/1 8.7 10.2 V E NA 1245 155 111.5 NA
Destini 125 VX 57.5# NA 124.6/1 8.7 10.2 V E NA 1245 155 111.5 NA
Maestro Edge 125 Carb (Drum) 58.5# NA 124.6/1 8.8 10.2 V E NA 1261 155 109 5.5
Maestro Edge 125 Carb (Drum) 60.0# NA 124.6/1 8.8 10.2 V E NA 1261 155 110 5.5
Maestro Edge 125 FI 62.7# NA 124.6/1 9.2 10.2 V E NA 1261 155 110 5.0
HF Dawn NA NA 97.2/1 8.4 8.1 4 K NA 1235 165 105 9.5
HF Deluxe (Kick-Spoke) 47.9 52.0 97.2/1 8.4 8.1 4 K 805 1235 165 107 9.5
HF Deluxe (Kick-Alloy) 53.1 53.2 97.2/1 8.4 8.1 4 K 805 1235 165 107 9.5

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MODEL DETAILS PRICES IN 1000S (ON-ROAD) TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

FUEL TANK CAPACITY (LITRE)

NO. OF GEARS/VARIATOR (V)
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT (CC)

GROUND CLEARANCE (MM)

MAXIMUM* TORQUE (NM)

START (KICK/ELECTRIC)
MAXIMUM* POWER (HP)

KERB WEIGHT (KG)

SEAT HEIGHT (MM)
NO. OF CYLINDERS

WHEELBASE (MM)
MUMBAI
DELHI
HF Deluxe (Self start-Spoke) 50.9 61.2 97.2/1 8.4 8.1 4 E 805 1235 165 110 9.5
HF Deluxe (Self start-Alloy) 54.0 62.6 97.2/1 8.4 8.1 4 E 805 1235 165 110 9.5
HF Deluxe ECO 52.2 62.6 97.2/1 8.4 8.1 4 K/E 805 1235 165 112 10.5
Splendor+ (Kick-Spoke) 58.1 66.1 97.2/1 8.4 8.1 4 K 785 1230 159 109 11.0
Splendor+ (Kick-Alloy) 57.5 67.4 97.2/1 8.4 8.1 4 K 785 1230 159 109 11.0
Splendor+ (Self start-Alloy) 58.6 67.4 97.2/1 8.4 8.1 4 E 785 1230 159 112 11.0
Splendor Pro (Kick) 55.7 58.2 97.2/1 8.4 8.1 4 K 785 1230 159 NA 11.0
Splendor Pro (Self start) 57.0 60.3 97.2/1 8.4 8.1 4 E 785 1230 159 112 11.0
Passion Pro i3s (Drum-Spoke) 57.9 62.7 97.2/1 8.4 8.1 4 E 795 1235 165 115 12.5
Passion Pro i3s (Drum-Alloy) 57.9 68.6 97.2/1 8.4 8.1 4 E 795 1235 165 115 12.5
Passion Pro i3s (Disc-Alloy) 60.0 70.8 97.2/1 8.4 8.1 4 E 795 1235 165 116 12.5
Passion xPro (Drum) 60.2 71.2 109.1/1 9.5 9.0 4 E 790 1245 165 117 9.2
Passion xPro (Disc) 64.4 73.4 109.1/1 9.5 9.0 4 E 790 1245 165 117 9.2
Splendor iSmart 110 61.2 67.0 109.1/1 9.5 9.0 4 E NA 1245 165 115 8.5
Splendor iSmart 110 BS6 64.9# 64.9# 113.2/1 9.1 9.8 4 E 799 1270 180 116 9.5
Super Splendor 62.1 67.2 124.7/1 9.1 10.4 4 E NA 1265 150 121 13.0
Super Splendor (New) 65.9 70.0 124.7/1 11.5 11.0 4 E 785 1265 150 125 13.0
Glamour (Drum) 62.4 77.7 124.7/1 9.1 10.4 4 E 790 1265 150 129 13.6
Glamour (Disc) 64.6 80.0 124.7/1 9.1 10.4 4 E 790 1265 150 129 13.6
Glamour Programmed Fi 78.8 84.3 124.7/1 11.7 11.0 4 E NA 1262 159 127 10.0
New Glamour (Drum) 67.6 73.1 124.7/1 11.6 11.0 4 E NA 1262 159 126 11.0
New Glamour (Disc) 70.9 75.2 124.7/1 11.6 11.0 4 E NA 1262 159 127 11.0
Achiever 150 (Drum) 73.3 83.4 149.1/1 13.6 12.8 5 E NA 1290 160 139 13.0
Achiever 150 (Disc) 73.7 85.7 149.1/1 13.6 12.8 5 E NA 1290 160 139 13.0
Xtreme Sports (Disc) 86.5 95.5 149.2/1 15.8 13.5 5 E 800 1325 163 146 12.1
Xtreme Sports (Double disc) 89.9 97.7 149.2/1 15.8 13.5 5 E 800 1325 163 147 12.1
Xtreme 200R 89.9# NA 199.6/1 18.4 17.1 5 E 795 1338 165 148 12.5
Xtreme 200S 98.5# NA 199.6/1 18.4 17.1 5 E 795 1337 165 149 12.5
XPulse 200T 94.0# NA 199.6/1 18.4 17.1 5 E 795 1393 178 150 13.0
XPulse 200 97.0# NA 199.6/1 18.4 17.1 5 E 825 1410 220 154 13.0
XPulse 200 FI 105.0# NA 199.6/1 18.4 17.1 5 E 825 1410 220 154 13.0
HONDA
Navi 47.1# NA 109.1/1 8.0 8.9 V E 765 1286 156 101 3.8
CLIQ Standard 46.7 58.2 109.1/1 8.0 8.9 V E 743 1241 154 102 3.5
CLIQ with Graphics 47.2 58.8 109.1/1 8.0 8.9 V E 743 1241 154 102 3.5
Dio Standard 59.9# 64.1# 109.5/1 7.79 9 V E NA 1260 158 105 5.3
Dio Deluxe 63.3# 67.4# 109.5/1 7.79 9 V E NA 1260 158 105 5.3
Activa 4G 56.0 61.0 109.1/1 8.0 9.0 V E 765 1238 153 108 5.3
Activa i 50.0# 64.6 109.2/1 8.0 9.0 V E 765 1238 165 103 5.3
Activa 5G STD 58.3 68.6 109.2/1 8.0 9.0 V E 765 1238 153 108 5.3
Activa 5G DLX 60.3 70.7 109.2/1 8.0 9.0 V E 765 1238 153 109 5.3
Activa 125 FI STD 67.5# NA 124/1 8.1 10.3 V E 712 1260 169 111 5.3
Activa 125 FI STD (Alloy) 71.0# NA 124/1 8.1 10.3 V E 712 1260 169 111 5.3
Activa 125 FI DLX 74.5# NA 124/1 8.1 10.3 V E 712 1260 169 111 5.3
Aviator (Drum) 55.1# 70.4 109.2/1 8.0 8.9 V E 790 1256 145 105 6.0
Aviator (Drum Alloy) 57.0# 72.3 109.2/1 8.0 8.9 V E 790 1256 145 105 6.0
Aviator (Disc) 59.5# 72.6 109.2/1 8.0 8.9 V E 790 1256 145 105 6.0
Grazia Standard 63.2 75.4 124.9cc/1 8.5 10.5 V E 766 1260 155 NA 5.3
Grazia Alloy 65.3 77.6 124.9cc/1 8.5 10.5 V E 766 1260 155 NA 5.3
Grazia Deluxe 69.2 80.4 124.9cc/1 8.5 10.5 V E 766 1260 155 107 5.3
CD110 Dream (Self start-Grab rail) 48.6# 63.1 109.2/1 8.4 9.1 4 E NA 1285 179 NA 8.0
CD110 Dream (Self start-Carrier) 48.9# 63.5 109.2/1 8.4 9.1 4 E NA 1285 179 109 8.0
Dream Neo 54.4 65.6 109.2/1 8.4 9.1 4 E NA 1285 179 NA 8.0
Dream Neo (Carrier) 55.4 66.0 109.2/1 8.4 9.1 4 E NA 1285 179 109 8.0
Dream Yuga 56.4 68.7 109.2/1 8.4 9.1 4 E NA 1285 179 109 8.0
Livo (Drum) 58.6 72.3 109.2/1 8.4 9.1 4 E NA 1285 180 NA 8.5
Livo (Disc) 59.8 75.0 109.2/1 8.4 9.1 4 E NA 1285 180 111 8.5

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FUEL TANK CAPACITY (LITRE)

NO. OF GEARS/VARIATOR (V)
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT (CC)

GROUND CLEARANCE (MM)

MAXIMUM* TORQUE (NM)

START (KICK/ELECTRIC)
MAXIMUM* POWER (HP)

KERB WEIGHT (KG)

SEAT HEIGHT (MM)
NO. OF CYLINDERS

WHEELBASE (MM)
MUMBAI
DELHI
CB Shine (Drum) 60.8 73.0 124.73/1 10.3 10.3 4 E NA 1266 157 NA 10.5
CB Shine (Disc) 68.8 78.9 124.73/1 10.3 10.3 4 E NA 1266 157 123 10.5
CB Shine 125 SP 72.9# 72.9# 124.73/1 10.8 10.9 5 E 790 1285 160 118 11.0
CB Unicorn 150 78.8# NA 149.2/1 12.9 12.8 5 E NA 1336 179 145 13.0
CB Unicorn 160 STD 80.6 95.5 162.71/1 14.0 13.9 5 E NA 1324 150 134 12.0
CB Unicorn 160 CBS 84.2 98.3 162.71/1 14.0 13.9 5 E NA 1324 150 136 12.0
CB Hornet 160R STD 94.9 107.5 162.71/1 15.3 14.8 5 E NA 1346 164 138 12.0
CB Hornet 160R CBS 99.8 112.6 162.71/1 15.3 14.8 5 E NA 1346 164 140 12.0
CB Hornet 160R ABS STD 100.9 113.7 162.71/1 15.3 14.8 5 E NA 1346 164 138 12.0
CB Hornet 160R ABS DLX 103.6 116.6 162.71/1 15.3 14.8 5 E NA 1346 164 138 12.0
X Blade 90.9 100.5 162.71/1 13.9 13.9 5 E NA 1347 160 140 12.0
X Blade ABS 87.7# NA 162.71/1 13.9 13.9 5 E NA 1347 160 140 12.0
CBR250R 219.2 230.2 249.6/1 26.5 22.9 6 E 784 1369 145 167 13.0
CB300R 241.0# NA 286/1 30.4 27.4 6 E 800 1344 151 147 10.0
CBR650R 770.0# NA 649/4 88.4 60.1 6 E NA NA NA 210 NA
CB1000R+ 1446.0# NA 998/4 143 104 6 E 830 NA NA 212 16.0
CBR1000RR 1643.0# NA 999/4 191.7 114 6 E 832 1405 130 196 16.0
CBR1000RR SP 1928.0# NA 999/4 191.7 114 6 E 834 1405 129 195 16.0
Gold Wing DCT 2933.4 3295.3 1833/6 127 170 V E 745 1695 130 364 21.1
Africa Twin DCT 1472.0 1527.0 999.11/2 88.4 91.9 6 E 820-840 1574 250 245 18.8
HUSQVARNA
Vitpilen 250 180.0# NA 248.7/1 30.0 24.0 6 E 835 NA 145 153 9.5
Svartpilen 250 180.0# NA 248.7/1 30.0 24.0 6 E 835 NA 145 154 9.5
HYOSUNG
GT250R 339.0# 339.0# 249/2 28.0 22.0 5 E NA NA 160 188 17.0
Aquila Pro 650 555.0# 555.0# 647/2 75.0 62.0 5 E NA NA 160 240 16.0
INDIAN MOTORCYCLE
Scout Bobber 1517.0 1650.0 1130.71/2 94.0 97.0 6 E 649 1562 123 255 12.5
Scout 1506.1 1807.4 1130.71/2 94.0 97.0 6 E 635 1562 135 244/255** 12.5
Scout Sixty 1392.6 1577.5 999.61/2 79.1 88.8 5 E 643 1562 135 242/252** 12.5
FTR 1200 S 1499.0# 1499.0# 1203/2 120 115 6 E 840 1524 183 235 12.9
Chief Dark Horse 2440.6 2925.8 1811/2 NA 150 6 E 660 1730 140 341/356** 20.8
Chief Classic 2523.8 3049.8 1811/2 NA 150 6 E 660 1730 140 341/357** 20.8
Chief Vintage 3221.1 3800.1 1811/2 NA 150 6 E 660 1730 140 374/388** 20.8
Springfield 3938.9 3875.7 1811/2 NA 150 6 E 660 1701 142 376/391** 20.8
Chieftain 4052.5 4302.3 1811/2 NA 150 6 E 660 1668 142 376/391** 20.8
Chieftain Dark Horse 3316.8 3988.7 1811/2 NA 150 6 E 660 1668 142 362/377** 20.8
Roadmaster 4476.7 4757.6 1811/2 NA 150 6 E 673 1668 140 414/428** 20.8
Roadmaster Classic 4476.3 4757.6 1811/2 NA 150 6 E 673 1668 140 392/406** 20.8
Roadmaster Elite 5455.2 5937.7 1811/2 NA 150 6 E 673 1668 140 433 20.8
JAWA
Jawa 173.0# NA 293/1 27.0 28.0 6 E 765 1369 NA 170 14.0
Forty Two 164.0# NA 293/1 27.0 28.0 6 E 765 1369 NA 170 14.0
KAWASAKI
Ninja 300 298.0# 298.0# 296/2 39.0 27.0 6 E 785 1405 140 179 17.0
Ninja 400 520.2 576.0 399/2 49.0 38.0 6 E 785 1370 NA 173 NA
Ninja 650 549.0# 549.0# 649/2 68.0 65.7 6 E 790 1410 130 196 15.0
Ninja 650 KRT 569.0# 569.0# 649/2 68.0 65.7 6 E 790 1410 130 196 15.0
Z250 351.9 378.3 249/2 32.0 21.0 6 E 785 1400 145 168 17.0
Z650 563.2 613.3 649/2 68.0 65.7 6 E 790 1410 130 208 15.0
W800 Street 799.0# NA 773/2 47.5 62.9 5 E 770 1465 130 221 15.0
Z900 859.3 1017.0 948/4 125 98.6 6 E 795 1450 130 208 17.0
Z900RS 1707.0 1967.3 948/4 111 98.5 6 E 835 1470 130 215 17.0
Z1000 1733.0 1953.0 1043/4 142 111 6 E 815 1435 125 221 17.0
Z1000R 1789.5 2079.0 1043/4 142 111 6 E 815 1435 125 221 17.0
Ninja 1000 999.0# 999.0# 1043/4 142 111 6 E 815 1440 130 239 19.0
Ninja ZX-10R 1399.0# NA 998/4 203 113.5 6 E 835 1440 145 204/206 17.0

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FUEL TANK CAPACITY (LITRE)

NO. OF GEARS/VARIATOR (V)
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT (CC)

GROUND CLEARANCE (MM)

MAXIMUM* TORQUE (NM)

START (KICK/ELECTRIC)
MAXIMUM* POWER (HP)

KERB WEIGHT (KG)

SEAT HEIGHT (MM)
NO. OF CYLINDERS

WHEELBASE (MM)
MUMBAI
DELHI
Ninja ZX-10RR 1610.0# 1610.0# 998/4 200 113.5 6 E 835 1440 145 206 17.0
Ninja ZX-14R 2183.3 2529.0 1441/4 200 158.2 6 E 800 1480 125 269 22.0
Ninja H2 SX 2180.0# 2781.0 998/4 200 137.3 6 E 835 1450 130 256 19.0
Ninja H2 SX SE 2680.0# 3420.0 998/4 200 137.3 6 E 835 1450 130 260 19.0
Ninja H2 3700.3 4223.1 998/4 200 133.5 6 E 825 1455 130 238 17.0
Ninja H2 Carbon 3990.0 5034.8 998/4 200 133.5 6 E 825 1455 130 238 17.0
Ninja H2R 6990.0 7049.8 998/4 310 165 6 E NA NA NA NA 17.0
Vulcan S 620.0 663.3 649/2 61.0 63.0 6 E 705 1575 130 235 14.0
Versys-X 300 520.0 576.0 296/2 40.0 25.7 6 E 815 1450 180 184 17.0
Versys 650 729.3 810.0 649/2 69.0 64.0 6 E 840 1415 170 216 21.0
Versys 1000 1069.0# NA 1043/4 120 102 6 E 840 1520 150 250 21.0
KX 100 487.8# 487.8# 99/1 NA NA 6 K 870 1310 330 77 NA
KX 250 743.0# 743.0# 249/1 NA NA 5 K 940 1475 320 104.5 6.4
KX 450 779.0# 779.0# 449/1 NA NA 5 E 955 1485 340 110 6.2
KLX 110 299.5# 299.5# 112/1 7.3 8.0 4 K/E 680 1075 215 76 3.8
KLX 140G 406.6# 406.6# 144/1 NA NA 5 K/E 860 1330 315 99 5.8
KLX 450R 849.0# 849.0# 449/1 NA NA 5 K/E 935 1480 315 126 8.0
KTM
125 Duke 138.0# NA 124.7/1 14.5 12.0 6 E 818 NA NA 148 10.5
200 Duke 172.7# NA 199.5/1 25.0 19.2 6 E 810 1367 178 128** 10.5
250 Duke 200.5# NA 248.8/1 30.0 24.0 6 E 830 1357 185 147** 13.4
390 Duke 252.9# NA 373.2/1 43.5 37.0 6 E 830 1357 185 149** 13.4
790 Duke 864.0# 864.0# 799/2 105.0 86.0 6 E 825 NA 186 169** 14.0
RC125 155.2# NA 124.7/1 14.5 12.0 6 E NA 1341 157 160 .4 9.5
RC200 196.0# NA 199.5/1 25.8 19.0 6 E 820 1340 178.5 137.5** 10.0
RC390 248.0# NA 373.2/1 43.5 37.0 6 E 820 1340 178.5 147** 10.0
MAHINDRA 2 WHEELERS
Gusto 110 DX CBS 50.9# NA 109/1 8.0 9.0 V E 770 1275 165 NA 6.0
Gusto 110 VX CBS 55.6# NA 109/1 8.0 9.0 V E 735-770 1275 165 NA 6.0
Gusto 125 CBS 58.1# NA 124.6/1 8.5 10.0 V E 770 1275 165 NA 6.0
Mojo UT 300 168.5 178.5 295/1 23.1 25.2 6 E 818 1460 165 163.5** 21.0
Mojo XT 300 201.8 211.7 295/1 27.2 30.0 6 E 814.5 1465 173.5 165** 21.0
MOTO GUZZI
V9 Bobber NA 1680.9 853/2 55.0 62.0 6 E 780 1465 NA 199 15.0
V9 Roamer NA 1684.9 853/2 55.0 62.0 6 E 780 1465 NA 199 15.0
California 1400 NA 2821.1 1380/2 96.0 121 6 E 740 1685 165 346 20.5
Audace NA 2746.3 1380/2 96.0 121 6 E 720-740 1695 165 299 20.5
Eldorado NA 2801.4 1380/2 96.0 121 6 E 720-740 1695 165 314 20.5
MGX-21 NA 3532.1 1380/2 96.0 121 6 E 740 1700 NA 341 20.5
MV AGUSTA
Brutale 800 1559.0# 1559.0# 798/3 109 83.0 6 E 830 1400 135 NA 16.5
Brutale 800 RR 1899.0# 1899.0# 798/3 140 87.0 6 E NA NA NA NA 16.5
Dragster 800 RR 1873.0# 1873.0# 798/3 140 87.0 6 E NA NA NA NA 16.5
Turismo Veloce 800 1899.0# NA 798/3 110 80.0 6 E NA NA 140 NA 21.5
F3 800 1799.0# NA 798/3 148 88.0 6 E 805 1380 125 NA 16.5
F3 800 RC 2199.0# NA 798/3 153 88.0 6 E 805 1380 125 NA 16.5
OKINAWA
Ridge 48.0 52.0 NA 0.8kW NA NA E NA NA NA NA NA
Praise 75.0 84.5 NA 1kW NA NA E 774 1838 170 NA NA
PraisePro 72.0# NA NA 1kW NA NA E 800 NA 175 NA NA
i-Praise 115.0# NA NA 2.9kW NA NA E 800 NA 175 NA NA
PIAGGIO
Vespa Urban Club 125 108 NA 125/1 10.1 10.6 V E 770 1290 155 114 NA
Vespa Notte 125 108 NA 125/1 10.1 10.6 V E 770 1290 155 114 NA
Vespa VXL 125 127.1 NA 125/1 10.1 10.6 V E 770 1290 155 114 NA
Vespa SXL 125 130.6 NA 125/1 10.1 10.6 V E 770 1290 155 114 NA
Vespa SXL 125 (Red/Yellow) 131.0 NA 125/1 10.1 10.6 V E 770 1290 155 114 NA

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FUEL TANK CAPACITY (LITRE)

NO. OF GEARS/VARIATOR (V)
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT (CC)

GROUND CLEARANCE (MM)

MAXIMUM* TORQUE (NM)

START (KICK/ELECTRIC)
MAXIMUM* POWER (HP)

KERB WEIGHT (KG)

SEAT HEIGHT (MM)
NO. OF CYLINDERS

WHEELBASE (MM)
MUMBAI
DELHI
Vespa VXL 150 140.6 NA 150/1 11.6 11.5 V E 770 1290 155 114 NA
Vespa SXL 150 145.1 NA 150/1 11.6 11.5 V E 770 1290 155 114 NA
Vespa Elegante 150 152.0 NA 150/1 11.6 11.5 V E 770 1290 155 114 NA
REVOLT
RV 300 3.0~ 3.0~ NA 1.5kW NA NA E 826 1320 225 101 NA
RV 400 (Standard) 3.5~ 3.5~ NA 3kW 50.0 NA E 814 1350 215 108 NA
RV 400 4.0~ 4.0~ NA 3kw 50.0 NA E 814 1350 215 108 NA
ROYAL ENFIELD
Bullet 350 114.0# NA 346/1 20.1 28.0 5 K NA 1370 135 183 13.5
Bullet ES 130.0# NA 346/1 20.1 28.0 5 K/E NA 1370 135 187 13.5
Bullet 500 188.0# NA 499/1 27.6 41.3 5 K/E NA 1360 135 194 13.5
Bullet Trials 350 162.0# NA 346/1 20.1 28.0 5 K/E NA 1370 135 192 13.5
Bullet Trials 500 207.0# NA 499/1 27.6 41.3 5 K/E NA 1360 135 192 13.5
Thunderbird 500 216.5 232.3 499/1 27.6 41.3 5 K/E NA 1350 135 197 20.0
Thunderbird 350X 163.0# NA 346/1 20.1 28.0 5 K/E NA 1350 135 195 20.0
Thunderbird 500X 213.0# NA 499/1 27.6 41.3 5 K/E NA 1360 135 197 20.0
Classic 350 S 145.0# NA 346/1 20.1 28.0 5 K/E NA 1370 135 192 13.5
Classic 350 153.0# NA 346/1 20.1 28.0 5 K/E NA 1370 135 192 13.5
Classic 350 Redditch ABS 174.4 NA 346/1 20.1 28.0 5 K/E NA 1370 135 192 13.5
Classic Signals 350 NA 190.6 346/1 20.1 28.0 5 K/E NA 1370 135 192 13.5
Classic 500 NA 199.0# 499/1 27.6 41.3 5 K/E NA 1360 135 194 13.5
Classic Desert Storm 205.9 228.9 499/1 27.6 41.3 5 K/E NA 1360 135 194 13.5
Classic Squadron Blue 199.6 228.9 499/1 27.6 41.3 5 K/E NA 1360 135 194 13.5
Classic Chrome 214.8 237.4 499/1 27.6 41.3 5 K/E NA 1360 135 194 13.5
Himalayan 187.0# NA 411/1 24.3 32.0 5 E 800 1465 220 199 15.0
Himalayan Sleet 189.0# NA 411/1 24.3 32.0 5 E 800 1465 220 199 15.0
Interceptor 650 250.0# 250.0# 648/2 47.0 52.0 6 E 804 1400 174 NA 13.4
Interceptor 650 Custom 257.5# 257.5# 648/2 47.0 52.0 6 E 804 1400 174 NA 13.4
Continental GT 650 265.0# 265.0# 648/2 47.0 52.0 6 E 793 1398 174 NA 12.5
Interceptor 650 Chrome 270.0# 270.0# 648/2 47.0 52.0 6 E 804 1400 174 NA 13.4
Continental GT 650 Custom 272.5# 272.5# 648/2 47.0 52.0 6 E 793 1398 174 NA 12.5
Continental GT 650 Chrome 285.0# 285.0# 648/2 47.0 52.0 6 E 793 1398 174 NA 12.5
SUZUKI
Let’s (Mono colour) 55.2 58.1 112.8/1 8.6 8.8 V E 765 1250 160 98 5.2
Let’s (Dual-tone colour) 56.3 63.0 112.8/1 8.6 8.8 V E 765 1250 160 98 5.2
Access 125 BS6 (Drum) 64.8# NA 124/1 8.7 10 V E 780 1265 160 104 5
Access 125 BS6 (Drum) (Alloy) 66.8# NA 124/1 8.7 10 V E 780 1265 160 103 5
Access 125 BS6 67.8# NA 124/1 8.7 10 V E 780 1265 160 103 5
Access 125 BS6 SE (Drum) (Alloy) 68.5# NA 124/1 8.7 10 V E 780 1265 160 103 5
Access 125 BS6 SE (Disc) 69.5# NA 124/1 8.7 10 V E 780 1265 160 103 5
Burgman Street 68.0# 88.0 124/1 8.7 10.2 V E 780 1265 160 108 5.6
Hayate EP 60.9 64.3 113/1 8.7 9.3 4 E 795 1305 165 107 10.0
Gixxer 100.0# NA 155/1 14.1 14.0.0 5 E 795 1335 160 140 12.0
Gixxer 250 160.0# NA 249/1 26.5 22.6 6 E 800 1345 165 156 12.0
Gixxer SF (All colour variant) 90.4# 91.7# 154.9/1 14.8 14.0 5 E 780 1330 160 NA 12.0
Gixxer SF Fi (All colour variant) 93.0# 94.2# 154.9/1 14.8 14.0 5 E 780 1330 160 NA 12.0
Gixxer SF Fi ABS 100.6# 122.0 154.9/1 14.8 14.0 5 E 780 1330 160 NA 12.0
Gixxer SP 82.3# 83.6# 154.9/1 14.8 14.0 5 E 780 1330 160 NA 12.0
Gixxer SF SP 93.4# 94.2# 154.9/1 14.8 14.0 5 E 780 1330 160 NA 12.0
Gixxer SF ABS 110.0# NA 154.9/1 14.1 14.0 5 E 780 1330 160 NA 12.0
Gixxer SF SP ABS 100.6# 101.8# 154.9/1 14.8 14.0 5 E 780 1330 160 NA 12.0
Gixxer SF 250 171.0# NA 249/1 26.5 22.6 6 E 800 1345 165 161 12.0
Intruder 150 110.4 113.3 154.9/1 14.8 14.0 5 E 740 1405 170 148 11.0
Intruder 150 FI 120.4 126.0 154.9/1 14.8 14.0 5 E 740 1405 170 148 11.0
V-Strom 650XT 746.0# NA 645/2 71.0 62.0 6 E 835 1560 170 216 20.0
GSX-S750 837.0 925.2 749/4 114 81.0 6 E 820 1455 135 215 16.0
GSX-S1000 ABS 1406.8 1415.4 999/4 145.5 105.9 6 E 810 1460 140 209 17.0

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NO. OF GEARS/VARIATOR (V)
ENGINE DISPLACEMENT (CC)

GROUND CLEARANCE (MM)

MAXIMUM* TORQUE (NM)

START (KICK/ELECTRIC)
MAXIMUM* POWER (HP)

KERB WEIGHT (KG)

SEAT HEIGHT (MM)
NO. OF CYLINDERS

WHEELBASE (MM)
MUMBAI
DELHI
GSX-S1000F ABS 1457.9 1467.0 999/4 145.5 105.9 6 E 810 1460 140 209 17.0
GSX-R1000 ABS 2136.1 2268.2 999/4 202 117.6 6 E 825 1410 NA 202 16.0
GSX-R1000R ABS 2471.3 2624.4 999/4 202 117.6 6 E 825 1410 NA 203 16.0
Hayabusa 1831.7 1844.1 1340/4 199.7 155 6 E 805 1480 NA 266 21.0
DR-Z50 255.0# 255.0# 49/1 NA NA 3 E NA NA NA 54 3.0
RM-Z250 710.0# NA 250/1 NA NA 5 NA 955 1475 NA 106 6.5
RM-Z450 831.0# NA 449/1 NA NA 5 NA 960 1480 NA 112 6.3
SWM
Superdual T Base 680.0# 680.0# 600/1 NA NA 6 E NA NA NA NA NA
Superdual T 730.0# 730.0# 600/1 57.0 53.5 6 E 898 1510 180 187 18.0
TRIUMPH
Bonneville T100 911.5 1025.3 900/2 55.0 80.0 5 E 790 1450 NA 213** 14.5
Bonneville T120 1026.6 1147.6 1200/2 80.0 105 6 E 785 1445 NA 224** 14.5
Bonneville Bobber 1059.9 1181.9 1200/2 77.0 106 6 E 690 1510 NA 228** 9.10
Bonneville Speedmaster 1336.0 1349.0 1200/2 77.0 106 6 E 705 1510 NA 245.5** 12.0
Street Twin 745.0# 745.0# 900/2 65.0 80.0 5 E 750 1415 NA 198** 12.0
Speed Twin 946.0# NA 1200/2 97.0 112 6 E 807 1430 NA NA NA
Thruxton 1200 R 1292.6 1406.2 1200/2 97.0 112 6 E 810 1415 NA 203** 14.5
Street Triple S 992.9 1080.7 765/3 113 73.0 6 E 810 1410 NA 166** 17.4
Street Triple 765 RS 1257.0 1313.1 765/3 123 77.0 6 E 825 1410 NA 166** 17.4
Street Scrambler 855.0# 855.0# 900/2 65.0 80.0 5 E 750 1415 NA NA 12.0
Scrambler 1200 XC 1073.0# NA 1200/2 90.0 110 6 E 840 1530 NA NA 16.0
Tiger 800 XR 1250.4 1391.5 800/3 95.0 79.0 6 E 790-830 1530 NA 199** 19.0
Tiger 800 XRx 1391.2 1549.2 800/3 95.0 79.0 6 E 810-830 1530 NA 201** 19.0
Tiger 800 XCx 1519.7 1693.1 800/3 95.0 79.0 6 E 790-860 1545 NA 204** 19.0
TIger 800 XCA 1516.0# NA 800/3 95.0 79.0 6 E 790-860 1545 NA 204** 19.0
Tiger 1200 XCx 1927.3 2152.0 1215/3 141 122 6 E 835-855 1520 NA 248** 20.0
Rocket 3 1800.0# 1800.0# 2500/3 167 221 6 E 773 1677 NA NA 18.0
TVS
XL 100 37.5 46.2 99.7/1 4.3 6.5 1 K NA 1228 NA 80 4.0
XL 100 Comfort 37.3 38.4 99.7/1 4.3 6.5 1 K NA 1228 NA 80 4.0
XL 100 Heavy Duty 33.6# 33.6# 99.7/1 4.3 6.5 1 K NA 1228 NA 80 4.0
XL 100 i-Touch Start 36.1# 50.4 99.7/1 4.3 6.5 1 E NA 1228 NA 80 4.0
Scooty Pep+ 45.4 55.7 87.8/1 5.0 5.8 V E NA 1230 135 95 5.0
Scooty Zest 110 (Himalayan series) 54.8 67.7 109.7/1 8.0 8.4 V E 760 1250 NA 97 5.0
Scooty Zest 110 (Matte series) 56.4 69.4 109.7/1 8.0 8.4 V E 760 1250 NA 97 5.0
Wego (Drum) 59.8 62.8 109.7/1 8.0 8.4 V E NA 1275 NA NA 5.0
Wego (Disc) 62.9 70.2 109.7/1 8.0 8.4 V E NA 1275 NA NA 5.0
Jupiter 57.7 68.9 109.7/1 8.0 8.0 V E 765 1275 150 NA 5.0
Jupiter ZX (Drum) 56.0# NA 109.7/1 8.0 8.0 V E 765 1275 150 NA 5.0
Jupiter ZX (Disc) 58.6# NA 109.7/1 8.0 8.0 V E 765 1275 150 NA 5.0
Jupiter Classic 67.9# 67.9# 109.7/1 8.0 8.0 V E 765 1275 150 NA 5.0
Jupiter Grande 62.3# NA 109.7/1 8.0 8.0 V E 765 1275 150 NA 5.0
Ntorq 125 67.2 79.9 124.7/1 9.4 10.5 V E 770 1285 155 116.1 5.0
Ntorq 125 Race Edition 62.9# 62.9# 124.7/1 9.4 10.5 V E 770 1285 155 116.1 5.0
Sport (Kick-Spoke) 44.0 47.6 99.77/1 7.8 7.8 4 K NA 1236 170 108.5 12.0
Sport (Kick-Alloy) 49.6 50.7 99.77/1 7.8 7.8 4 K NA 1236 170 108.5 12.0
Sport (Electric-Alloy) 52.8 63.0 99.77/1 7.8 7.8 4 E NA 1236 170 108.5 12.0
Star City Plus (Kick-Mag) 55.9 58.6 109.7/1 8.4 8.7 4 K NA 1260 172 109 10.0
Star City Plus (Electric-Mag) 57.4 59.7 109.7/1 8.4 8.7 4 E NA 1260 172 109 10.0
Star City Plus (Electric-Mag Gold) 58.4 60.9 109.7/1 8.4 8.7 4 E NA 1260 172 109 10.0
Star City Plus (Dual-tone) 59.4 63.8 109.7/1 8.4 8.7 4 E NA 1260 172 109 10.0
Star City Plus (Dual-tone with SBT) 53.3# 53.3# 109.7/1 8.4 8.7 4 E NA 1260 172 NA 10.0
Star City Plus (Kargil edition) 54.3# NA 109.7/1 8.4 8.7 4 E NA 1260 172 NA 10.0
Radeon 110 48.4# NA 109.7/1 8.4 8.7 4 E NA 1265 180 112 10.0
Victor (Drum) NA 54.7# 109.7/1 9.6 9.4 4 E NA 1260 175 112 8.0
Victor (Disc) NA 56.7# 109.7/1 9.6 9.4 4 E NA 1260 175 113 8.0

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ENGINE DISPLACEMENT (CC)

GROUND CLEARANCE (MM)

MAXIMUM* TORQUE (NM)

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MAXIMUM* POWER (HP)

KERB WEIGHT (KG)

SEAT HEIGHT (MM)
NO. OF CYLINDERS

WHEELBASE (MM)
MUMBAI
DELHI
Victor Premium Edition 63.6 68.5 109.7/1 9.6 9.4 4 E NA 1260 175 113 8.0
Apache RTR 160 85.4# NA 159.7/1 15.2 13.1 5 E NA 1300 165 137 NA
Apache RTR 160 (Rear disc) 90.6 105.7 159.7/1 15.2 13.1 5 E NA 1300 165 137 NA
Apache RTR 160 Matte Red 92.4 91.5 159.7/1 15.2 13.1 5 E NA 1300 165 137 NA
Apache RTR 160 4V 92.3 98.0 159.7/1 16.5 14.8 5 E 800 1357 180 143 12.0
Apache RTR 160 4V (Rear disc) 95.6 101.2 159.7/1 16.5 14.8 5 E 800 1357 180 147 12.0
Apache RTR 160 4V EFI 102.2 108.3 159.7/1 16.5 14.8 5 E 800 1357 180 147 12.0
Apache RTR 160 4V ABS 92.6# NA 159.7/1 16.5 14.8 5 E 800 1357 180 147 12.0
Apache RTR 180 105.1 107.0 177.4/1 17.0 15.5 5 E NA 1326 165 139 NA
Apache RTR 200 4V R2.0 Carb 111.8# 111.8# 197.75/1 21.0 18.1 5 E 800 1353 180 148.5 12.0
Apache RTR 200 4V R2.0 Smart 114.5# 114.5# 197.75/1 21.0 18.1 5 E 800 1353 180 148 12.0
Apache RTR 200 4V R2.0 BS6 124.0# 124.0# 197.75/1 20.5 16.8 5 E 800 1353 180 149 12.0
Apache RR 310 240.0# NA 312.2/1 34.0 27.3 6 E 810 1365 180 169.5 11.0
TWENTY TWO MOTORS
Flow 74.7# NA NA 2.1kW NA 1 E NA NA 155 NA NA
YAMAHA
Ray Z 57.7 64.9 113/1 7.2 8.1 V E 760 1270 128 104 5.0
Ray ZR (Drum) 60.6 67.9 113/1 7.2 8.1 V E 775 1270 130 105 5.2
Ray ZR (Disc) 63.3 70.7 113/1 7.2 8.1 V E 775 1270 130 103 5.2
Ray ZR (Disc Dark Knight) 64.3 71.5 113/1 7.2 8.1 V E 775 1270 130 103 5.2
Ray ZR Street Rally 57.8# 59.0# 113/1 7.2 8.1 V E 775 1270 130 103 5.2
Ray ZR 125 (Drum) 66.7# 67.3# 125/1 8.2 9.7 V E 785 1280 145 99 5.2
Ray ZR 125 (Disc) 69.7# 70.3# 125/1 8.2 9.7 V E 785 1280 145 99 5.2
Ray ZR 125 Street Rally 70.7# 71.3# 125/1 8.2 9.7 V E 785 1280 145 99 5.2
Alpha (Drum) 58.7 66.4 113/1 7.2 8.1 V E 775 1270 130 104 5.2
Alpha (Disc) 62.2 70.1 113/1 7.2 8.1 V E 775 1270 130 102 5.2
Fascino 61.8 69.6 113/1 7.1 8.1 V E 775 1270 130 103 5.2
Fascino (Dark Knight) 56.7# NA 113/1 7.1 8.1 V E 775 1270 130 103 5.2
Fascino 125 STD Drum Brake 66.4# NA 125/1 8.2 9.7 V E 780 1280 145 99 5.2
Fascino 125 DLX Drum Brake 67.4# NA 125/1 8.2 9.7 V E 780 1280 145 99 5.2
Fascino 125 STD Disc Brake 68.9# NA 125/1 8.2 9.7 V E 780 1280 145 99 5.2
Fascino 125 DLX Disc Brake 69.9# NA 125/1 8.2 9.7 V E 780 1280 145 99 5.2
Saluto RX 54.4 57.0 110/1 7.5 8.5 4 K/E 785 1255 175 98 7.2
Saluto RX (Dark Knight) 55.5 57.5 110/1 7.5 8.5 4 K/E 785 1255 175 98 7.2
Saluto RX UBS 52.0# NA 110/1 7.5 8.5 4 K/E 785 1255 175 98 7.2
Saluto 125 (Matte Green Drum) 62.2 69.1 125/1 8.3 10.1 4 K/E 805 1265 180 112 7.6
Saluto 125 (Disc) 63.8 71.0 125/1 8.3 10.1 4 K/E 805 1265 180 112 7.6
Saluto 125 (Matte Green Disc) 64.8 71.9 125/1 8.3 10.1 4 K/E 805 1265 180 113 7.6
Saluto 125 UBS 58.8# NA 125/1 8.3 10.1 4 K/E 805 1265 180 113 7.6
SZ-RR V2.0 77.5 83.7 149/1 12.1 12.8 5 K/E 800 1320 165 134 14.0
SZ-RR V2.0 (Matte Green) 78.6 82.6 149/1 12.1 12.8 5 K/E 800 1320 165 134 14.0
FZ FI 99.2# NA 149/1 12.4 13.6 5 E 790 1330 165 137 13.0
FZS FI 101.2# NA 149/1 12.4 13.6 5 E 790 1330 165 137 13.0
FZS FI (Dark Knight) 102.7# NA 149/1 12.4 13.6 5 E 790 1330 165 137 13.0
MT-15 138.9# NA 155/1 18.5 13.9 6 E 815 1325 155 138 10.0
YZF-R15 S 133.8 139.4 149/1 17.0 15.0 6 E 800 1345 NA 136 12.0
YZF-R15 V3.0 139.0# NA 155/1 19.3 15.0 6 E 815 1325 170 139 11.0
FZ25 133.0# NA 249/1 20.9 20.0 5 E 795 1360 160 148 14.0
Fazer 25 143.0# NA 249/1 20.9 20.0 5 E 795 1360 160 154 14.0
YZF-R3 365.0 408.5 321/1 42.0 29.6 6 E 780 1380 160 173 14.0
MT-09 1055.0# 1055.0# 847/3 115.0 87.5 6 E 820 1440 135 193 14.0
YZF-R1 1994.6 2280.0 998/4 200.0 112.4 6 E 855 1405 130 199 17.0
YZF-R1M 3365.3 3449.3 998/4 200.0 112.4 6 E 860 1405 130 200 17.0
L= L Configuration, V= V Configuration, * = Estimated power, ** = Dry weight, # = Ex-showroom prices ^ = On-road Bengaluru ~ = Per month

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PICS OF THE MONTH

1
NO CAR’S LAND
Hoping to reach some
of the most inaccessible
areas know to man? You
could easily head there
in a plane, but where
will you land? That’s
where the Land Rover’s
resurgent Defender
comes in. Built like a
tank, this is an SUV that
doesn’t take its go-
anywhere ability lightly.

2 COMBAT
COVID-19
Chinese carmaker
Geely’s new Icon
SUV comes with
an air filtration
system that is
claimed to have
been developed
“in response to the

3
new coronavirus
epidemic, in
record time”. A
genuine solution
or an opportunist MORE THAN THE SUM OF ITS PARTS
Indore-based artist Wajid Khan created this 3D art piece using
marketing ploy? spare parts of Mercedes-Benz cars and Hero bikes. The piece, which
This is a car feature pays homage to a horse that Khan’s family once owned, took him
we’d rather not test. 9 months to complete.

YOU SPY
You snap ’em, we print ’em
CAR TATA HBX
CAUGHT IN OUTSKIRTS OF PUNE
SPOTTED A SECRET CAR OR BIKE?
Autocar India readers Afreen Shaikh and Aameer Almel spotted Tata’s
upcoming micro-SUV on test. As Tata’s design team has mentioned,
the production-spec car will look true to the HBX concept that debuted
at Auto Expo 2020. Of course, certain details have been dialed-down
– the bumpers lose the exaggerated skid plates, the lower grille unit is
similar to the one on the Nexon facelift, with fog light units mounted low,
and the knobby tyres have made way for standard ones (expected to be 185mm rubber on 15-inch
alloys). The images also confirm that a lot of the interior bits – like the steering wheel, infotainment
unit and part-digital, 7.0-inch instrument cluster – are shared with the Altroz, while the top-spec
variant is expected to come with steering-mounted audio controls and automatic climate-control.
Also, the show car’s orange detailing will be given a miss for production. Powering the HBX will be an
86hp, 1.2-litre petrol engine from the Tiago, which can be mated to either a 5-speed manual or a
5-speed AMT. Expect the Tata HBX to go on sale by Diwali this year.

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