We’ve seen a lot of successful hatchbacks turning into sub-4 metre compact sedans in the recent past. However the trend saw a flip last year when Tata launched its Zest in the first place instead of hatch counterpart Bolt. Now following the same path, Ford introduced the compact sedan Figo Aspire last month and the hatch sibling made its way earlier this week. While the Aspire was marked as an impressive overall package in our road test, will the hatchback be able to live up to those expectations? Let’s find out!Exteriors:Till the B-pillar, there’s nothing to differentiate the Figo from its boot-ed sibling Aspire. It gets an identical front fascia having the similar Aston Martin-esque radiator grille with four horizontal chrome-dipped slats and same set of sweptback head-lamps. The V...
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If there’s one car urban India has been looking forward to in 2014, it’s the Maruti Celerio. And it’s not for its looks, or that it’s going to be another hassle-free Maruti. It’s the Automated Manual Transmission it debuts with. The Indian car industry hasn’t been too welcoming to automatics in the mass-market segment and that’s mainly got to do with the price. It’s just tough financial sense to invest hard-earned money in an automatic that’s not going to deliver on the efficiency front either. But conditions in major cities have reached a point where it’s just too much effort driving a manual gearbox in stop-go traffic. There was a desperate need to solve the price-efficiency dilemma and the popular answer emerging out of it was the AMT.Popular because manufacturers li...
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An all new car from Mahindra is always something to look forward to. As one of the largest automotive manufacturers in the country, Mahindra have always put out vehicles that have gone on to be crowd favorites, be it for its macho appeal, history or just sheer road presence. Which is why the new TUV300 is certainly one of the most anticipated vehicles from the UV manufacturer for a long long time. So what is it all about? Well, read on...Exterior styling :The TUV300 is an absolute U-Turn over Mahindra’s usual over the top designs and that is a good thing. Now where some people might not agree with me, the Mahindra TUV300 is one of the better looking cars to have come out of the Mahindra stable in the last few years simply as it is not overly designed and showered with trinketry like the ...
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Indian’s love their set of four wheels. It isn’t just another asset you own but also a matter of pride and joy. For years now, this pride and joy was a Maruti. Through the decades, the Maruti 800, Zen, Alto and more recently the Alto 800 / K10 have found homes looking for their first new car. There’s no denying the fact that the A segment, of which Maruti Suzuki is the undisputed leader; forms the bulk of the volume of car sales in India. Now, French manufacturer Renault says India is all-set to become the world’s third largest automobile market by 2020. And it wants a big chunk of that pie. But with lifestyle products like the Duster, Fluence and the Koleos in their line-up, one can see why that might be a tough task to accomplish. Well, the answer to Renault’s pie eating cravin...
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IntroductionIs the car you're looking to buy suitable for your needs? It may sound like a simple question - but it is so easy to be distracted by impractical cars when you're looking for a new car. You need to prioritise your needs. Is it space or is it speed? Looks or practicality - there's no point buying a sports coupe if you want to transport a family of four. Likewise, why buy a big clumsy off-roader if you're a city dweller? Why consider mileage as top priority if you travel less than 10km a day? Petrol or diesel? To answer these questions, and make your buying and selling experience as easy as possible, we have compiled a guide that should provide the answers to all your questions.The first thing you need to is decide exactly how much you would want to spend on a car. Do not d...
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Introduction
For all those who have
been waiting for a BIG family car at not a very BIG price, Datsun has a fresh
new offering – the Go+. They made a humble start with Go hatchback and are
still very young to be taking competition by its horns.
Bringing back simplicity
in design and offering more than others in the segment, the Go+ is more for the
weekend seekers. It fits the MPV type with an additional third row seat, which
will see more of luggage bags tucked than passengers.
Datsun wants you to
think of it as a smart family wagon, which can take care of all your BIG family
car needs. They have managed to squeeze an extra seat, give more space and
features and almost everything without going generous in length by sticking to
the sub-4-meter ...
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Jaguar has launched a new edition Jaguar XF 2.2 L Diesel called the
Executive Edition at a price of Rs 45.12 lakhs (ex-showroom Mumbai, Pre
Octroi). The new variant sports fewer features compared to the standard
Jaguar XF 2.2L Diesel and is about Rs 4.5 lakh cheaper.
The Jaguar XF Executive Edition is powered by the same 2.2-litre
diesel motor with a power output of 190 PS and 450Nm of torque, in
combination with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The new variant
comes equipped with an array of features including a navigation system,
full size spare wheel, colour touchscreen and Jaguar Smart Key system
with keyless start.
Besides these the Jaguar XF Executive Edition also gets basic
interior mood lighting, electronic front seats and electrically powered
exte...
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Renault has launched a new digital identity which offers a seamless
experience to customers accessing the website through the mobile, tablet and desktops. The new platform is the first Renault-Nissan Alliance digital initiative.According to the French car manufacturer, the cyber world
is becoming an evolving entity and the company is keeping up with it to
give their consumers a unique experience. This new digital identity
makes it extremely easy for a first time user to navigate through the
various sections and get a comprehensive understanding of Renault's
offerings in India.India is the first country where this global
strategy is launched and this will be replicated in Renault operations
across the globe. The website is built on a service-oriented platform
where the da...
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According to a recent report by Autocar India, Land Rover is expected to launch the new Discovery Sport in India by August 2015. The luxury mid-size SUV will be locally assembled via the CKD (Completely Knocked Down) route at Land Rover’s Pune facility before its official arrival.The India-bound Discovery Sport will reportedly be powered by a 2.2-litre four cylinder diesel engine in two states of tune – 187bhp and 147bhp. Both these versions will be equipped with a 9-speed automatic gearbox.Furthermore, the Indian version could be offered only in the top-spec HSE trim which means it will come with all the latest gizmos from Land Rover including the brand’s new InControl touchscreen infotainment system. Other features will include leather seats with electric adjustment, a panoramic ro...
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Mahindra has launched a new variant of its popular Scorpio SUV with the S4+
badge. This new variant packs in safety features such as ABS, EBD, front
airbags, seatbelt warning indicator, follow me home headlamps and panic brake
indicators. The Scorpio S4+ variant will be replacing the S4 4WD variant and as
such also comes with a shift on the fly four-wheel drive system.
The Mahindra Scorpio S4 4WD variant was priced at Rs. 10.11 lakh ex-showroom
Delhi, prior to excise duty revision. Judging by the additional safety
equipment aboard the S4+, expect Mahindra to price the new variant at a premium
of roughly Rs. 40,000 over the outgoing S4 4WD variant.
The Mahindra Scorpio S4+ otherwise comes equipped with features such as
hydraulic power steering, power windows, manual air co...
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