Land Rover Defender Sedona Edition Revealed, Gets More Powerful Diesel Engine Too

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The restricted version mannequin, supplied solely with the Defender 110, incorporates a new purple paint choice with contrasting blacked-out parts

One of the globally widespread luxurious offroaders, the Land Rover Defender, has now acquired some updates to its. It will get a brand new restricted version model for the 110 body-style, whereas additionally that includes the choice to have captain seats within the second row of the longer 130 body-style variants. Here’s every little thing you want to know:

Defender Sedona Edition

Land Rover is providing a brand new Sedona Edition with the Defender 110 variant, and will probably be accessible just for one 12 months. It will get a contemporary purple exterior color impressed by the sandstone landforms in Sedona, Arizona, therefore its title. The Sedona Red was beforehand restricted to the Defender 130. The new restricted version relies on the Defender 110’s top-spec X-Dynamic HSE variant.

The new purple shade is complemented by the blacked-out remedy for the ‘Defender’ moniker on the hood, 20-inch alloy wheels, sidesteps, and grille. That stated, the tailgate-mounted spare wheel’s cowl has the identical purple end because the SUV’s exterior.

Land Rover has offered the Sedona Edition with a brand new optionally available bonnet decal, depicting the topography of Sedona. It additionally will get a side-mounted gear provider, which is useful for carrying off-road particular gear and moist or muddy clothes.

The solely main revision on the inside is the brand new gray cabin theme and seat upholstery. As a part of the replace, the SUV’s restricted version comes with neatly provisioned storage compartments for the entrance passengers. No different characteristic modifications have been made to the Defender 110.

Captain Chairs For Defender 130

Since its international launch, the Land Rover Defender 130 was accessible with a 3-row seating format able to carrying as much as eight passengers. It now will get the choice of captain chairs within the second row, that includes each heating and cooling capabilities. You can even have winged headrests on the captain chair seats on the Defender X and V8 variants The practicality quotient right here hasn’t been missed because the middle-row occupants get twin cupholders positioned simply behind the entrance centre console.

Updated Diesel Engine

The up to date Defender will get a brand new D350 diesel mild-hybrid engine, changing the beforehand supplied D300 mild-hybrid diesel powertrain. Its 3-litre diesel engine now makes 350 PS and 700 Nm, figures which have elevated by 50 PS and Nm respectively. It will get the identical 8-speed computerized transmission and an all-wheel drive (AWD) choice as earlier than

Other engine choices for the Land Rover Defender embody a 2-litre turbo-petrol engine (300 PS), a 5-litre V8 petrol engine (425 PS) and a 5-litre supercharged V8 petrol engine (525 PS).

Also Read: Facelifted Rolls-Royce Cullinan Unveiled, India Launch Likely By End Of 2024

Enhanced Interior Package

The British marquee’s most rugged SUV can be accessible with a brand new inside pack that comes as commonplace on Defender X and V8, whereas it’s optionally available for the X-Dynamic HSE variant. In the entrance row, it offers 14-way Power-adjustable seats with heating, cooling and reminiscence capabilities. It provides winged headrests and heated seats within the third row on the Defender 110 and 130 variants. As a part of this pack, the SUV additionally will get a selection of dual-tone cabin themes.

A Range Of Optional Packs

Land Rover is now providing the Defender with a variety of optionally available packs as talked about under:

Driving and ADAS packs

Off-road pack- Electronically activated differential, black roof rails, all-terrain tyres, home plug socket, and sensor-based water-wading functionality
Advanced off-road pack- More superior off-roading methods with Terrain Response 2, air suspension, adaptive dynamics and auto headlight levelling
Air suspension pack- Air suspension, adaptive dynamics, computerized headlight levelling

Cold local weather pack- Heated windscreen, washer jets and steering wheel, and headlight washer
Towing pack (90 and 110)- Tow help, electronically deployable tow bar or tow-hitch receiver, superior off-roading methods, and similar options because the air suspension pack talked about earlier
Towing pack 2 (130) – As above, however with removable tow bar or tow hitch receiver

Interior packs

Signature inside pack – Front row heated and cooled electrical reminiscence seats with winged headrests, second row local weather seats with winged headrests, suede fabric headlining, leather-based steering wheel, Windsor Leather and Kvadrat or Ultrafabrics seats
Signature inside pack with captain chairs pack – As above, however with second-row captain chairs with heating and cooling, and winged headrests

Third-row seating pack

Family pack (110) – 3-zone local weather management, air high quality sensor and air air purifier, and handbook third-row seats, together with the air suspension pack talked about earlier
Family consolation pack (110) – As above, however with heated third-row seats and 3-zone local weather management with rear cooling help

Expected India Launch And Price

Although the Land Rover Defender’s Sedona Edition is unlikely to make it to the Indian market, we expect it to get the choice of the captain chairs. The India-spec Defender is at the moment priced from Rs 97 lakh to Rs 2.35 crore (ex-showroom Delhi). It is a premium various to the Jeep Wrangler.

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Mahindra XUV 3XO Turbo-Petrol AT vs Hyundai Venue N Line DCT: Which One Is Quicker?

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The XUV 3XO has a extra highly effective turbo-petrol engine than that of the Venue N Line. But which one is faster? Let’s discover out

The Mahindra XUV 3XO has just lately been launched as a facelift to the XUV300 subcompact SUV. While the XUV 3XO boasts new design and options, it nonetheless makes use of the identical powertrain choices as earlier than. However, the turbo-petrol engines now include the choice of a 6-speed torque converter automated. Its direct injection turbo-petrol (TGDi) is probably the most highly effective within the section, however how does it examine to its “sportiest” rival, the Hyundai Venue N Line DCT? We just lately had each automobiles with us, and right here’s how they examine by way of real-world efficiency.

Before moving into the check outcomes, let’s first take a look on the specs of those fashions.

Specifications	Mahindra XUV 3XO	Hyundai Venue N Line
Engine	1.2-litre T-GDi (direct injection) turbo-petrol	1-litre turbo petrol
Power	130 PS	120 PS
Torque	230 Nm	172 Nm
Transmission	6-speed AT	7-speed DCT

The XUV 3XO’s 1.2-litre direct injection turbo-petrol just isn’t solely 10 PS extra highly effective than the Venue’s but in addition produces 58 Nm extra torque..

Acceleration Test

Tests	Mahindra XUV 3XO	Hyundai Venue N Line
0-100 kmph	11.21 seconds	12.28 seconds
Quarter Mile	17.72 seconds at 125.72 kmph	18.75 seconds at 124.49 kmph
Kickdown (20-80kmph)	7.51 seconds	8.20 seconds

In the 0-100 kmph dash, the XUV 3XO was faster by 1.07 seconds in comparison with the Hyundai Venue N Line. The distinction between their quarter-mile timings was 1.03 seconds, the Mahindra being faster. However, within the kickdown from 20 to 80 kmph, the distinction between their timings diminished to 0.70 seconds.

Though the distinction wasn’t important, the XUV 3XO clearly has an edge over the Venue N Line with its further torque and energy.

Braking Test

Tests	Mahindra XUV 3XO	Hyundai Venue N Line
100-0 kmph	41.03 metres	43.50 metres
80-0 kmph	26.40 metres	26.90 metres

When braking from 100 kmph to carry the automobile to an entire cease, the XUV 3XO travelled nearly 2.50 metres lower than the Venue N Line. However when braking from 80 kmph, they nearly travelled related distances to return to a standstill.

Both XUV 3XO and Venue N Line use 215-section tyres, however XUV 3XO has larger 17-inch alloys, whereas the Venue N Line will get 16-inch alloy wheels. Both subcompact SUVs right here include all-four disc brakes.

Final Takeaway

So, the Mahindra XUV 3XO provides higher efficiency total than the Hyundai Venue N Line DCT, and some extra options too. However, the variants examined do have a notable worth distinction as properly.

Disclaimer: Please notice that the efficiency figures might differ relying on the motive force, driving circumstances, automobile’s well being, and local weather.

Price

Mahindra XUV 3XO T-GDi AT	Hyundai Venue N Line DCT
Rs 13.49 lakh to Rs 15.49 lakh	Rs 12.87 lakh to Rs 13.75 lakh

The XUV 3XO variant as examined, the AX7L with the automated transmission is pricier by over Rs 15 lakh than the top-spec Venue N Line DCT. In addition to the efficiency, you additionally get options like a panoramic sunroof, larger screens together with a digital driver’s show and adaptive cruise management. However, in terms of sporty attraction by way of seems and sound, the Hyundai N Line subcompact SUV is difficult to beat.

Both of those subcompact SUVs additionally tackle the likes of the Tata Nexon, Kia Sonet, Maruti Brezza, Renault Kiger, and Nissan Magnite.

Facelifted Rolls-Royce Cullinan Unveiled, India Launch Likely By End Of 2024

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The Rolls-Royce SUV has obtained its first main replace since its international introduction in 2018, making it a extra fashionable and opulent providing than ever earlier than

Rolls-Royce launched the Cullinan SUV in 2018.
The newly revealed facelifted SUV is best referred to as the ‘Cullinan Series II.’
Exterior revisions embrace sharper LED DRLs, elective 23-inch alloy wheels, and an up to date exhaust outlet.
Cabin now will get nature-sourced supplies; dashboard structure largely unchanged.
Still powered by the identical 6.75-litre V12 petrol engine because the outgoing mannequin.
Expected to be provided in India by the tip of 2024.

Luxury SUVs obtained a brand new benchmark in opulence with the arrival of the Rolls-Royce Cullinan in 2018. Now, it has obtained its first main refresh, formally known as the Cullinan Series II. It has now turn out to be extra fashionable in and out, whereas retaining its extensive potentialities of customer-specific customisations. Here’s a fast rundown of all the pieces that’s new on the Rolls-Royce SUV:

Small But Effective Design Updates

The 2024 Cullinan options delicate adjustments over the pre-facelift mannequin. The SUV now will get sleeker LED headlight clusters, sharper and inverted L-shaped LED DRLs, and bigger air intakes within the up to date entrance bumper.

It is the primary time that the Cullinan is that includes illumination for the grille, which has been given some tweaks, now making it much like that on the Phantom Series II. Another cool design contact is that the bumper traces from the bottom level of the LED DRLs to the SUV’s centre level beneath the grille kind a shallow ‘V’, which as per Rolls-Royce, resembles the sharp bow traces of recent sports activities yachts.

No main adjustments are noticeable from the perimeters of the Cullinan, save for the availability of a brand new set of alloy wheels, whereas additionally having the choice to equip it with 23-inch items constructed from aluminium. Changes on the again are much more delicate, with probably the most important updates being the tweaked exhaust outlet and a revised skid plate that includes a brushed silver end.

Rolls-Royce has additionally provide you with a brand new Emperador Truffle paint choice for the facelifted Cullinan – a strong grey-brown shade. And if the Cullinan Series II is simply too fundamental for you, the posh marque can be providing the facelifted SUV within the Black Badge model, which will get blacked-out components to make it stand out.

A Refreshed Cabin

If you thought the adjustments on the within of the Rolls-Royce SUV might be extra important than these on the surface, assume once more. Rolls-Royce doesn’t have a protracted record of vehicles within the portfolio, and at these costs, plenty of it’s near-perfect the primary time round (functionally at the least). Thus, not a lot has modified within the cabin of the facelifted Cullinan, however it now contains a full glass panel throughout the highest portion of the dashboard. Here, you proceed to get the touchscreen infotainment unit with Rolls-Royce’s Spirit interface, and a digital driver’s show, whereas on the passenger facet it has graphics representing the skyscrapers of the world’s megacities at night time. The illumination of the graphics is achieved by way of the 7,000 laser-etched dots strategically situated behind the glass panel.

One of the speaking factors of the brand new Cullinan is its new show unit within the dashboard that flaunts an analogue clock and a fastidiously crafted miniature model of the ‘Spirit of Ecstasy’ brand positioned beneath it.

Owners of the brand new Cullinan can tailor the color of the instrument dials to enhance the SUV’s inside palette or exterior end. Rolls-Royce has additionally tactfully included the kind of supplies used to make the cabin extra environmentally-friendly. There’s material made out of bamboo, panels constructed from open-pore wooden, and hand stained veneer ‘leaves’. The new upholstery is named ‘Duality Twill’, which takes 20 hours to be made, contains 22 lakh stitches, and almost 20 km of thread, and is produced utilizing particular lasers for uniformity and precision.

Also Read: 2024 Porsche Panamera Showcased In India For The First Time

Equipment On Board

Of course, the luxurious inside is complemented by the truth that the SUV is loaded with loads of tech on board. Apart from the twin digital screens and multi-zone local weather management with fancy knurled switchgear, the Cullinan additionally will get rear leisure shows, therapeutic massage, cooling, and heating perform for the seats, an 18-speaker audio system with a subwoofer, related automobile tech, and superior driver help methods (ADAS).

Powertrain Details

Rolls-Royce is providing the Cullinan Series II with the identical 6.75-litre V12 petrol engine because the pre-facelift SUV. That stated, its output hasn’t been revealed but however within the pre-facelift mannequin, the identical powertrain put out 571 PS and 850 Nm. It will get all-wheel-drive (AWD) and an 8-speed computerized transmission. However, the sportier Black Badge model of the Cullinan Series II reveals its peak efficiency figures to be 600 PS and 900 Nm.

Interestingly, Rolls-Royce has shared that solely 10 p.c of Cullinan house owners are primarily chauffeur-driven. So, the driving dynamics of the posh SUV usually are not only for the rear passengers for the driving force as properly with its refined adaptive suspension.

Expected India Launch And Competition

We anticipate the facelifted Rolls-Royce Cullinan to turn out to be obtainable in India within the second half of 2024, at a big worth premium over the outgoing mannequin. It’ll rival the Bentley Bentayega and Land Rover Range Rover SV.

Here Are 5 Things 2024 Maruti Dzire Could Offer Over The Existing Dzire

May 9, 2024 Prafful Singh Leave a comment

The new-generation Dzire is more likely to borrow the brand new 1.2-litre Z sequence petrol engine from the brand new Maruti Swift

The 2024 Maruti Dzire is predicted to be launched quickly, following the launch of the new-generation Maruti Swift. The new-generation Dzire is predicted to come back with refreshed styling in and out, together with a number of recent options and an up to date petrol engine. Here’s a listing of the largest updates the 2024 Dzire is predicted to supply over its present model.

New 9-inch Touchscreen

One of the most important updates anticipated within the 2024 Maruti Dzire is the larger 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system. This infotainment system additionally helps wi-fi Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and is being supplied with different Maruti choices resembling Baleno, Fronx, Grand Vitara, and Jimny.

The present model of the Maruti Dzire comes with the 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system which solely helps wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

Also Check Out: Mahindra XUV 3XO vs Hyundai Venue: Specifications Compared

Sunroof

The new-generation Maruti Dzire is predicted to function a single-pane sunroof, primarily based on stories of spied take a look at mules which have surfaced on the web. If true, the 2024 Dzire will develop into the primary subcompact sedan in India to supply a sunroof, which we all know is an especially well-liked (if not functionally useful) function as of late.

Wireless Charger

Another new function for the Maruti Dzire may be wi-fi smartphone charging within the 2024 model. This function eliminates the necessity for cables dangling across the centre console space, which might doubtlessly intervene with gear adjustments. Combined with the brand new infotainment unit with wi-fi smartphone connectivity, this could make for a clutter-free console expertise.

6 Airbags As Standard

For improved security, the 2024 Maruti Dzire will almost definitely include six airbags as customary throughout all variants. While the government-issued mandate for six airbags stays pending, it has already been carried out by rivals like Hyundai and also will be current on the new-generation Swift hatchback.

New 1.2-litre Z Series Petrol

Given that the Maruti Dzire shares its mechanical underpinnings with the Swift, it might additionally apply that the new-generation Dzire will function the brand new 1.2-litre Z sequence 3-cylinder petrol engine, which is ready to debut in India with the new-generation Swift. This engine produces 82 PS and as much as 112 Nm, and it’ll possible be supplied with both a 5-speed guide transmission or a 5-speed AMT.

Expected Price & Rivals

The 2024 Maruti Dzire is predicted to be launched by June 2024 ranging from Rs 6.70 lakh (ex-showroom). It will proceed to rival the Hyundai Aura, Tata Tigor, and Honda Amaze.

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Mahindra XUV 3XO vs Hyundai Venue: Specifications Compared

May 9, 2024 Prafful Singh Leave a comment

Both the Mahindra XUV 3XO and the Hyundai Venue get three engines, together with a diesel choice, and include spectacular options

If you might be looking out for a brand new sub-4m SUV, likelihood is you’ll be contemplating the newly launched Mahindra XUV 3XO (primarily the facelifted XUV300). One of its important rivals is the Hyundai Venue, which additionally provides an identical selection of petrol and diesel engines, in addition to premium options. So when you have been planning to select one among these two fashions, right here’s their detailed comparability to assist choose the precise one for you, a minimum of on paper:

Dimensions

Dimension	Mahindra XUV 3XO	Hyundai Venue
Length	3990 mm	3995 mm
Width	1821 mm	1770 mm
Height	1647 mm	1617 mm (with roof rails)
Wheelbase	2600 mm	2500 mm
Boot Space	364 litres	350 litres

It’s the Mahindra SUV that’s greater in all dimensions right here between the 2.
The 100 mm longer wheelbase of the XUV 3XO ought to translate into it having extra leg room contained in the cabin than the Venue.
The XUV 3XO has an additional 14 litres of boot house as nicely.

Powertrain

Specification	Mahindra XUV 3XO		Hyundai Venue
Engine	1.2-litre turbo-petrol/ 1.2-litre TGDi turbo-petrol	1.5-litre diesel	1.2-litre N/A petroleum/ 1-litre turbo-petrol	1.5-litre diesel
Power	112 PS/ 130 PS	117 PS	83 PS/ 120 PS	116 PS
Torque	200 Nm/ as much as 250 Nm	300 Nm	115 Nm/ 172 Nm	250 Nm
Transmission	6-speed MT, 6-speed AT	6-speed MT, 6-speed AMT	5-speed MT/ 6-speed MT, 7-speed DCT	6-speed MT
Claimed Mileage (ARAI)	18.89 kmpl, 17.96 kmpl/ 20.1 kmpl, 18.2 kmpl	20.6 kmpl, 21.2 kmpl	Not Available	Not Available

The Mahindra XUV 3XO has the upper energy and torque output between the 2 SUVs, it doesn’t matter what fuel-type or engine you select.
While the XUV 3XO has a brand new 6-speed torque converter computerized choice with its petrol engines, the Hyundai SUV comes with a 7-speed DCT (dual-clutch transmission) with its turbocharged unit.
Mahindra additionally provides the XUV 3XO with the selection of a 6-speed AMT with its diesel engine, whereas the Venue’s diesel unit misses out on an computerized gearbox altogether.

Also Read: Mahindra XUV 3XO vs Kia Sonet: Specifications Compared

Feature Highlights

Features	Mahindra XUV 3XO	Hyundai Venue
Exterior		Auto-LED projector headlights LED DRLs 16-inch dual-tone alloy wheels Cornering lamps Connected LED tail lights Red brake callipers (Knight Edition)
Interior	Dual-tone cabin theme Leatherette upholstery 60:40 split-folding rear seats Front centre armrest with storage Rear centre armrest with cupholders	Dual-tone cabin theme Leatherette upholstery Metal end for the pedals (Knight Edition) 60:40 split-folding rear seats 2-step reclining rear seat Front centre armrest with storage
Comfort and Convenience	Panoramic sunroof Dual-zone AC with rear vents Cooled glovebox Wireless telephone charger Height-adjustable driver’s seat Push-button begin/cease Power-folding and power-adjustable ORVMs Auto-dimming IRVM Cruise management Drive modes (petrol-AT solely)
Infotainment	10.25-inch touchscreen 10.25-inch digital driver’s show 7-speaker Harman Kardon sound system Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Connected automotive tech
Safety	6 airbags (customary) Electronic stability management (ESC) 360-degree digital camera All-wheel disc brakes Rear wiper and washer Rear defogger ABS with EBD Front and rear parking sensors Tyre strain monitoring system (TPMS) Electronic parking brake with auto maintain ISOFIX little one seat anchors Level-2 ADAS (adaptive cruise management, visitors signal recognition, lane maintain help, autonomous emergency braking)	6 airbags (customary) ESC Rear wiper and washer Rear defogger ABS with EBD Reversing digital camera TPMS ISOFIX little one seat mounts Level-1 ADAS (ahead collision warning, lane-keep help, driver attentiveness alert, and many others)

In phrases of function comforts and expertise, it’s the XUV 3XO that has some benefit within the type of the segment-first panoramic sunroof, dual-zone AC, and greater 10.25-inch shows.

That stated, the Venue has its share of distinctive gear too, together with an air air purifier and a 4-way power-adjustable driver seat.
When it involves security, each the fashions are well-equipped as each get six airbags (as customary), ESC, TPMS, and fundamental ADAS options. However, the XUV 3XO has an edge right here because of a 360-degree digital camera, digital parking brake with auto-hold, and a stronger ADAS suite.
The Venue, which was the primary sub-4m SUV to get ADAS, nonetheless will get options resembling lane-keep help, ahead collision warning, and high-beam help.

Price Range

	Mahindra XUV 3XO	Hyundai Venue
Price Range	Rs 7.49 lakh to Rs 15.49 lakh (introductory)	Rs 7.94 lakh to Rs 13.48 lakh

However, it’s the Venue’s high variant that’s extra inexpensive than the corresponding variant of the XUV 3XO by round Rs 2 lakh.
Other rivals for these subcompact SUVs embrace the Maruti Brezza, Tata Nexon, and Kia Sonet.

All costs ex-showroom Delhi