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India has a huge automotive industry as well as a large number of auto enthusiasts. For many people, cars and bikes are just a means to cover their journeys but for automotive enthusiasts, it is a way of life. One of the categories of these enthusiasts is automotive bloggers. The automotive bloggers bridge the gap between the product and the buyers.
They provide us with all the details of the vehicle even before the launch with the help of spy shots, leaked interior images, leaked brochures. After the launch, they provide us with a detailed review of the car-its exterior, interior, performance and ride and handling. They make us aware of the latest happenings in the automobile industry i.e., the automobile news India and prepare us for the upcoming launches.
he name says it all, being one of the best-selling automobile magazines around the world, the Indian iteration of their business is all about trending bike and car updates which are represented by their very own imagery of the vehicles for a classic view as featured in their magazines.
As their tagline says “The Best Car News & Reviews”, this group of automotive bloggers relatively compare the different iterations of a car or bike model and detail the major or minor differences which have been changed, be it performance or cosmetic.
Hyundai Creta
The Creta is priced between Rs 11 lakh and Rs 20.15 lakh. (introductory ex-showroom pan India).
Variants: Customers can buy it in seven broad variants: E, EX, S, S(O), SX, SX Tech, and SX(O).
Features: The Creta facelift comes with features like 10.25-inch displays (one for the infotainment system and the other for instrumentation) with connected car technology. It is also equipped with dual-zone AC, an 8-speaker Bose sound system, a panoramic sunroof, wireless phone charging, an 8-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, and ventilated front seats.
Safety: Safety features include six airbags, a 360-degree camera, electronic stability control, a tyre pressure monitoring system, and level 2 advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).
Grand Vitara
The Maruti Grand Vitara comes with the same engine options as the Toyota Hyryder : a 1.5-litre petrol mild-hybrid unit and a 1.5-litre petrol strong-hybrid unit producing 103PS and 116PS, respectively. The latter has self-charging technology as well as three driving modes: petrol, hybrid, and pure EV.
The CNG variants use the 1.5-litre mild-hybrid petrol engine but with a reduced output of 87.83PS and 121.5Nm. They are only offered with a 5-speed manual transmission.
The mild-hybrid unit is mated to a 5-speed manual or an optional 6-speed automatic transmission, and the strong-hybrid is only offered with an e-CVT gearbox.
Tata Nexon
The 2023 Tata Nexon gets both petrol and diesel engine options: a 1.2-litre turbo-petrol (120PS/170Nm) and a 1.5-litre diesel engine (115PS/260Nm). The former comes in 4 transmission options – 5-speed manual, 6-speed manual , 6-speed AMT and a new 7-speed dual clutch transmission (DCT) – whereas the diesel unit can be had with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed AMT.
Features: Features on board the 2023 Nexon include a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment, 10.25-inch fully digital driver’s display, auto AC, wireless phone charging, ventilated and height-adjustable front seats, cruise control, and paddle shifters. It also gets a 9-speaker JBL sound system with a subwoofer and Harman-enhanced AudioworX.
Safety: In terms of safety, it gets 6 airbags (as standard), ABS with EBD, hill assist, electronic stability program (ESP), tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) and a 360-degree camera.
XUV 700
The Mahindra XUV700 is priced from Rs 13.99 lakh and goes up to Rs 27.00 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).
Variants: Mahindra offers the XUV700 in two broad trims: MX and AX. The AX trim further branches out into three broad variants: AX3, AX5, and AX7.
The XUV700 gets 2 engine options: a 2-litre turbo-petrol engine (200 PS/380 Nm) and a 2.2-litre diesel engine (up to 185 PS/450 Nm). Both are mated to either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission. The top-spec AX7 and AX7 L trims are also available with an optional all-wheel-drive (AWD) system with the diesel automatic powertrain.
Features: Key features include a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, a 6-way power driver's seat, and an impressive audio system with up to 12 speakers. Other features include a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control, ventilated front seats, and built-in Alexa connectivity.
Safety: Safety features include up to 7 airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability program (ESP), and ISOFIX anchors. The top-end variant also comes equipped with advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) like autonomous emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control, a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) and a 360-degree camera.
MARUTI SUZUKI FRONX
The Fronx is priced between Rs 7.46 lakh and Rs 13.13 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).
Variants: It is available in five broad variants: Sigma, Delta, Delta+, Zeta, and Alpha. The CNG powertrain is offered in the Sigma and Delta trims.
Seating Capacity: The Fronx is a 5-seater crossover SUV.
The Fronx has a boot space of 308 liters.
Engine and Transmission: Two engine options are available:
A 1-litre turbo-petrol engine (100 PS/148 Nm) with mild-hybrid technology, paired with a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic.
A 1.2-litre Dualjet petrol engine (90 PS/113 Nm), available with either a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed AMT.
The CNG variants use the 1.2-litre engine, producing 77.5 PS and 98.5 Nm, and are paired with a 5-speed manuals.
Mahindra XUV400 EV
The Mahindra XUV400 EV is priced between Rs 15.49 lakh and Rs 17.49 lakh (ex-showroom pan India).
Variants: It is available in two main variants: Pro EC and Pro EL.
The XUV 400 provides a boot space of 378 litres.
Seating Capacity: It can seat up to 5 passengers.
Battery Pack and Range: The XUV400 offers two battery choices: 34.5 kWh and 39.4 kWh. It is paired with a single electric motor producing 150 PS and 310 Nm. The 34.5 kWh battery offers an estimated range of 375 km (MIDC), while the larger 39.4 kWh battery provides 456 km.
Volvo XC40
The Volvo XC40 Recharge is priced at Rs 57.90 lakh (ex-showroom pan India).
Variant: It can only be had in a fully loaded P8 AWD trim.
The XC40 Recharge comes in a 5-seater layout.
Battery, Electric Motor and Range: The electric SUV gets a 78 kWh battery pack mated to an all-wheel-drive, dual-motor setup that makes 408 PS and 660 Nm. It has a WLTP-claimed range of 418 km. The XC40 Recharge can go from nought to 100 kmph in 4.9 seconds, while its top speed is rated at 180 kmph.
Charging: The XC40 Recharge’s battery can be juiced up from 0-80 percent in just 40 minutes using a 150kW fast charger. A 50kW DC charger will take around 2.5 hours and an 11kW AC charger will refill its battery between 8-10 hours.
Features: Key features include a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, 12-inch digital instrument cluster, powered front seats (with heating and cooling function), a panoramic sunroof, 360-degree camera, dual-zone climate control and LED headlights.
Safety: Safety features include 7 airbags, ABS with EBD, tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), ISOFIX child seat anchorages, and ADAS functionalities such as lane keep assist and adaptive cruise control ensure passenger safety.
Skoda Slavia
Prices for the Slavia now range from Rs 11.53 lakh to Rs 19.12 lakh . The Elegance edition starts at Rs 17.52 lakh (all prices ex-showroom pan India).
Variants: It comes in three broad variants: Active, Ambition, and Style. Special editions include the Matte edition and the Elegance edition, both based on the top-spec Style variant.
Colour Options: The Slavia comes in 6 colours: Lava Blue, Crystal Blue, Tornado Red, Carbon Steel, Brilliant Silver, and Candy White. The Elegance edition is available in Deep black. The Skoda Slavia also comes in dual-tone colours: Crystal Blue With Carbon Steel, and Brilliant Silver With Carbon Steel.
The Slavia boasts amenities like a 10-inch touchscreen, cruise control, automatic climate control, an 8-inch digital driver’s display, and a single-pane sunroof. It also gets a powered driver and co-driver seat, illuminated footwell, and ventilated front seats. The Ambition Plus variant also includes a built-in dashcam.
Safety: Safety features comprise up to 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, ISOFIX child-seat anchorages, a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), hill-hold assist, and a rear parking camera.
Engine and Transmission: The Skoda Slavia comes with two turbo-petrol engine options:
1-litre engine (115 PS /178 Nm)
1.5-litre engine (150 PS / 250 Nm)
BMW X1
The BMW X1 is priced from Rs 45.90 lakh to Rs 51.60 lakh (ex-showroom pan India).
Variants: It can be had in 3 variants: sDrive18i xLine, sDrive 18i M Sport and sDrive18d M Sport.
BMW offers it in a 5-seater configuration.
Engine and Transmission: The third-gen X1 comes with 2 engine options: a 1.5-litre petrol engine (136PS/230Nm) and a 2-litre diesel unit (150PS/360Nm), both paired to a 7-speed DCT. The former can go from nought to 100kmph in 9.2 seconds, while the latter does the same in 8.9 seconds.
Features: BMW’s entry-level SUV boasts a curved screen setup (a 10.25-inch digital driver’s display and a 10.7-inch infotainment system) which is based on BMW's latest iDrive operating system 8. It also gets a panoramic sunroof, an optional 205 Watt, 12-speaker Harman Kardon sound system, and electrically adjustable front seats with memory and massage functions.
Safety: It comes with multiple airbags, cornering brake control (CBC) and ABS with brake assist function. It further includes driver-assistance systems such as lane departure warning and active feedback, front collision warning and manual speed limit assist.
Audi Q3
It is offered in two variants: Premium Plus and Technology.
Audi Q3 Seating Capacity: The new Q3 is available in a five-seater layout.
Audi Q3 Engine and Transmission: It is powered by the same 2-litre turbo-petrol engine (190PS/320Nm) as the A4 sedan. This engine is coupled to a 7-speed DCT (dual-clutch automatic) and gets Audi’s Quattro all-wheel drive as standard.
Audi Q3 Features: The new Q3 comes loaded with features such as connected car tech, a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, dual-zone climate control, powered front seats, and a panoramic sunroof.
Audi Q3 Safety: Its standard safety net includes six airbags, ISOFIX child seat anchorages, and a tyre pressure monitor.
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