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Honda Elevate CVT vs Honda City CVT: Real-world Performance Comparison

Both Honda Elevate and Honda City use the identical 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine

Honda Elevate and Honda City

The Honda Elevate was launched in India in 2023 as a brand new providing from Honda, but it surely shares the identical foundation because the already present Honda City in India, utilising the identical platform and powertrain choices. Recently, we had the automated CVT variants of each these vehicles with us, and we examined the real-world efficiency of each Honda choices in India. Let’s see which one is faster.

Before we head on to efficiency outcomes, let’s take a look at their engine specs:

Powertrain Details

Specifications

Honda Elevate

Honda City

Engine

1.5 litre naturally aspirated (NA) Petrol

Power

121 PS

Torque

145 Nm

Transmission

CVT

Honda Elevate

As proven within the desk above, each Honda vehicles utilise the identical 1.5-liter naturally aspirated engine with an identical energy and torque output. While each of those vehicles can be found with the choice of a 6-speed handbook transmission, we’ll solely talk about the efficiency of the CVT variations right here.

Also Check Out: Honda Elevate CVT Automatic Fuel Efficiency: Claimed vs Real

Acceleration Test

Tests

Honda Elevate CVT

Honda City CVT

0-100 kmph

12.35 seconds

10.94 seconds

Quarter Mile

18.64 seconds at 125.11 kmph

17.87 seconds at 130.39 kmph

Kickdown (20-80kmph)

7.2 seconds

6.36 seconds

2023 Honda City

In the 0-100 kmph dash, the Honda City was faster by 1.4 seconds than the Honda Elevate, nonetheless the distinction got here down beneath 1 second for finishing 1 / 4 mile. 

In the kickdown from 20 to 80 kmph, the distinction between their timings was once more lower than 1 second. Interestingly, the kerb weight of the Honda Elevate is as much as 1,258 kg, whereas the City weighs as much as 1,153 kg. Consequently, the City is lighter than the Elevate by over 100 kg, which seemingly explains why the City was faster than the Elevate by round 1 second in 0-100 kmph check.

Braking Test

Tests

Honda Elevate CVT

Honda City CVT

100-0 kmph

37.98 metres

41.88 metres

80-0 kmph

23.90 metres

26.50 metres

When braking from 100 kmph to an entire cease, the Elevate travels nearly 4 metres lower than the Honda City. Even when braking from 80 kmph, Honda’s SUV beats the City by a small margin of two.6 metres. Both the Elevate and the City include entrance disc brakes solely.

The Honda Elevate makes use of 215/55 R17 alloy wheels whereas the Honda City is supplied with 185/55 R16 alloys wheels.

Takeaways

So, the Honda City is marginally faster than the Honda Elevate by way of acceleration, however the Elevate has higher braking efficiency than the City. Although they use the identical engine and transmission, the marginal distinction of their efficiency could also be because of the variation of their weights and wheel sizes.

Disclaimer: Please be aware that the efficiency figures of an EV could range relying on the motive force, driving circumstances, battery’s well being and temperature, and local weather.

Price

Honda Elevate

Honda City

Rs 11.58 lakh to Rs 16.20 lakh

Rs 11.71 lakh to Rs 16.19 lakh

All costs are ex-showroom

Read More on : Honda Elevate on road price

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71 Customised Kia Carens MPVs Now Part Of The Punjab Police Fleet

These objective constructed Kia Carens MPVs get the 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine with the 6-speed guide transmission

Kia Carens Police Version

  • The specifically customised Carens MPV comes with excessive depth strobe lights and a public handle system.

  • It can also be outfitted with the next capability 60 Ah battery to energy moreover fitted tools on the police model of the Carens.

  • The Carens additionally comes with particular Punjab police stickers and ‘Dial 112’ physique decals.

The purposefully modified Kia Carens MPVs have been initially showcased on the Auto Expo 2023 in two variations : a police automobile and an ambulance. Recently, the purpose-built automobile (PBV) model of the Carens was additionally displayed on the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024. Kia has now delivered 71 specifically customised Carens MPVs to the Punjab police. They will function emergency response autos, meant for offering help to residents.

How It Looks

Kia Carens For Punjab Police

Although Kia hasn’t made any modifications to the bodywork of this purpose-built model of the Carens, it options particular Punjab Police stickers on the doorways, bonnet, and bumper, in addition to ‘Dial 112’ emergency response decals. Additionally, high-intensity strobe lights are mounted on the roof, as sometimes seen on police autos. We can even spot the big antenna, seemingly for police radio communications over an prolonged distance.

This police model of the Kia Carens comes with 15-inch metal wheels suggesting that it’s based mostly on the base-spec Premium variant.

Also Check Out: Considering Buying a New Car? Watch All The Benefits of Scrapping Your Old One

Changes Made To The Vehicle

Kia Carens Police Version Interior

The modified Kia Carens delivered to the Punjab police is available in a 7-seater configuration. It options semi-leatherette seat upholstery, and the largest change right here can be the general public handle system seemingly mounted to the centre console. It options 60:40 cut up folding second-row seats, whereas the third row could be split-fold right into a 50:50 ratio, similar because the common model of the MPV. This police model of the Carens additionally will get roof mounted AC vents for the second and third-row, and all 4 energy home windows for the added comfort. Additionally, all three rows are outfitted with adjustable headrests, a 12V Power Socket, and 5 USB Type-C Ports.

The customised model of the Carens comes with an even bigger 60 Ah battery to run the moreover fitted tools. Kia has additionally outfitted it with options comparable to a semi-digital driver’s show, idle engine begin/cease, whereas its security equipment consists of  6 airbags, all-wheel disc brakes, digital stability management, and a tyre strain monitoring system.

Also Check Out: Tata Nexon Facelift Scores 5-Star Safety Rating From Global NCAP

Carens Powertrain Details

Kia Carens Engine

This police model of the Kia Carens is powered by a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine which makes 115 PS and 144 Nm. The unit is mated to a 6-speed guide transmission.

For non-public patrons, the Kia Carens gives two extra engine choices: a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol (160 PS / 253 Nm) mated to both a 6-speed iMT (guide transmission with out clutch pedal) or a 7-speed DCT (twin clutch automated transmission), and a 1.5-litre diesel engine (116 PS / 250 Nm) paired with both a 6-speed iMT or a 6-speed automated transmission.

Prices & Rivals

Kia hasn’t revealed the value vary for the aim constructed model of the Carens, however the common model of the Kia MPV is priced between Rs 10.45 lakh and Rs 19.45 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). The Carens could be thought of a premium various to the Maruti Ertiga/ Toyota Rumion, or as an inexpensive various to the Toyota Innova Crysta and Toyota Innova Hycross/ Maruti Invicto.

Read More on : Kia Carens Automatic

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Tata Curvv Showcased In A Closer-to-production Avatar At Bharat Mobility Expo 2024

The Curvv will get a 115 PS 1.5-litre diesel engine choice alongside Tata’s new 1.2-litre turbo-petrol unit

Tata Curvv at Bharat Mobility Expo 2024

  • First Tata Curvv inside combustion engine (ICE) idea debuted at Auto Expo 2023.

  • The newest mannequin showcased a Nexon-like fascia and sharpened rear profile.

  • Cabin confirmed to get Harrier-like 4-spoke steering wheel with backlit Tata emblem and touch-based local weather management panel.

  • Expected options to incorporate twin digital shows, 360-degree digital camera, panoramic sunroof and 6 airbags.

  • Curvv ICE is predicted to launch by the top of 2024; costs may begin from Rs 10.50 lakh (ex-showroom).

One of the most important new automobile launches of 2024 would be the Tata Curvv and the production-ready SUV has debuted on the Bharat Mobility Expo 2024. This is the inner combustion engine (ICE) model of the upcoming Tata SUV, which has now been confirmed to supply a diesel engine choice as properly.

Curvv Diesel Details

At the Auto Expo 2023, the Curvv was confirmed to get Tata’s latest 1.2-litre turbo-petrol TGDi engine (125 PS/225 Nm). Now, the mannequin showcased on the Bharat Mobility expo confirms the supply of a 1.5-litre diesel unit (115 PS/260 Nm) on the Curvv. We anticipate the Curvv ICE to return with each petrol and diesel engine choices.

The Curvv may also be supplied in an all-electric avatar, because the Curvv EV, which is prone to get a number of battery packs providing a claimed vary of greater than 500 km.

Also Check Out: Tata Nexon CNG Unveiled At Bharat Mobility Expo 2024

An Updated Design

The Tata Curvv ICE, showcased on the Bharat Mobility expo is just about what we’ll get when the SUV involves showrooms, with some minor revisions. It will get an up to date entrance finish in comparison with the idea that we noticed on the Auto Expo 2023. Its fascia has loads of resemblance to the Nexon’s face, together with the triangular headlight and fog lamp setup, LED DRLs, and the massive chrome-studded bumper.

Tata Curvv side

But the perfect view for the Curvv is the profile, highlighting its key design trait: the coupe roofline, which flows all the way in which to the high-seated rear finish. The showcased Curvv ICE sits on 18-inch dual-tone alloy wheels which nonetheless go away loads of room within the wheel arches, particularly on the rear.

Although its rear hasn’t seen any drastic adjustments because the final idea, the main points at the moment are extra polished on this production-ready model. The dominant styling aspect is the horizontal tail lamp that spans the width of the SUV, and it additionally will get a break up roof-integrated spoiler. 

Interior And Features

Tata Curvv cabin

Although Tata didn’t reveal any particulars of the Curvv ICE’s inside, we did get a peek into the showcased mannequin’s cabin. It will get the brand new Harrier-like 4-spoke steering wheel with the illuminated ‘Tata’ emblem within the centre, and twin digital shows (one for infotainment and the opposite for instrumentation). Tata may also equip it with a touch-based local weather management panel.

The production-spec Curvv can also be anticipated to get ventilated entrance seats, wi-fi telephone charging, a panoramic sunroof, and paddle shifters. Its security internet is prone to embody six airbags, a 360-degree digital camera, and ISOFIX youngster seat mounts.

Also Read: 2024 Bharat Mobility Expo: Tata Nexon EV Dark Edition Unveiled

Expected, Price Launch And Competition

Tata Curvv rear

The Tata Curvv ICE is predicted to go on sale by the top of 2024, with the Curvv EV initially slated to reach first. We anticipate the previous to be priced from Rs 10.50 lakh whereas its EV by-product may begin from Rs 20 lakh (ex-showroom). The Curvv ICE will tackle the likes of the Hyundai Creta, Maruti Grand Vitara, and Honda Elevate, whereas the Curvv EV will go up towards the MG ZS EV and Hyundai Kona Electric.

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Maruti Jimny Manual Vs Automatic: Which One Is Quicker?

The Jimny will get a 1.5-litre petrol engine with the selection of both a 5-speed handbook or a 4-speed computerized transmission

Maruti Jimny

  • The Jimny’s 1.5-litre petrol engine makes 105 PS and 134 Nm.

  • Both the handbook and computerized variants had been examined side-by-side in the identical situations.

  • Conducted checks embrace 0-100 kmph acceleration, quarter mile run and braking efficiency.

  • The Maruti Jimny is priced from Rs 10.74 lakh to Rs 15.05 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Maruti Jimny was launched early this yr as the newest offroader available in the market and a primary competitor to the Mahindra Thar. The 5-door SUV comes with just one engine possibility and a selection of each handbook and computerized transmissions. We lately had each variants of the Jimny with us and determined to place them by our real-world efficiency take a look at to see which one performs higher. But earlier than we get to the consequence, try the powertrain particulars of the Maruti Jimny.

Specifications

Engine

1.5-litre petrol

Power

105 PS

Torque

134 Nm

Drivetrain

4WD (Standard)

Transmission

5MT / 4AT

Performance: Acceleration

Maruti Jimny Acceleration

Tests

Jimny Manual

Jimny Automatic

0-100 kmph

13.64 seconds

15.73 seconds

Quarter Mile

18.99 seconds @ 115.83 kmph

19.79 seconds @ 111.82 kmph

Top Speed

126.46 kmph

135.86 kmph

In our acceleration checks, the handbook variant of the Maruti Jimny was clearly forward of the automated, and was faster by over 2 seconds within the 0-100 kmph dash. In the quarter mile run, the distinction between the 2 was not that massive, although the handbook variant managed to finish the run earlier, at the next pace too. In phrases of high pace, the automated was capable of attain the next determine than the handbook model in our testing parameters.

Tests

Jimny Manual

Jimny Automatic

In Gear Acceleration

30-80 kmph (third gear) – 10.27 seconds

40-100 kmph (4th gear) – 19.90 seconds

–

Kickdown

–

20-80 kmph – 9.29 seconds

While there is no such thing as a comparability between in gear speeds and kickdown of handbook and computerized variants, it’s value noting that the automated can attain from 20 to 80 kmph in much less time than it takes the handbook to go from 30 to 80 kmph in third gear. One can presume from these outcomes that the automated is barely faster at gaining pace for making overtakes.

Performance: Braking

Maruti Jimny Braking

Tests

Jimny Manual

Jimny Automatic

80-0 kmph

43.94 metres

43.99 metres

100-0 kmph

28.75 metres

28.38 metres

While within the acceleration checks, the distinction between the 2 was noticeable, within the braking checks, the distinction is negligible. The Jimny will get disc brakes on the entrance solely, and the automated is barely 10 kg heavier (kerb weight). In the 80-0 kmph take a look at, the handbook variant had a shorter stopping distance, however solely by a couple of centimetres, and within the 100-0 kmph checks, the automated variant had a barely shorter stopping distance.

Also Read: 5 Key Differences Between India-spec And Australia-spec 5-door Maruti Suzuki Jimny

Note:- Both acceleration and braking efficiency can range primarily based on components corresponding to car well being, terrain, surroundings, and tyre put on. Therefore, it’s possible you’ll expertise barely totally different outcomes with totally different items of the identical mannequin.

Price

Maruti Jimny

The Maruti Jimny is priced between Rs 10.74 lakh and Rs 15.05 lakh (ex-showroom) with the automated variants ranging from Rs 13.94 lakh (ex-showroom). It is at present accessible with big year-end discounts worth up to Rs 2.21 lakh. The subcompact offroader rivals the Mahindra Thar and Force Gurkha.

Read More on : Jimny on road price

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Volkswagen Taigun & Virtus’ Deep Black Exterior Shade Is Now More Affordable

This exterior shade was launched and restricted to 1.5-litre fashions of the Taigun and Virtus

Volkswagen Virtus and Volkswagen Taigun Deep Black Pearl

  • The Deep Black exterior shade is now obtainable with Topline variants of the Taigun and Virtus.

  • Customers must shell out as much as Rs 32,000 extra for the Deep Black Pearl exterior shade of the top-spec 1-litre Volkswagen Virtus.

  • For the Taigun’s top-spec 1-litre variant within the Deep Black Pearl shade, you have to to pay as much as Rs 25,000 extra.

  • This color might be had with each guide and computerized transmission variants of each fashions.

In June 2023, Volkswagen Taigun and Volkswagen Virtus bought the Deep Black Pearl exterior shade with their GT Line variants. Now, the automaker has prolonged this coloration choice to the 1-litre variations of each fashions, making them extra inexpensive than earlier than. However,  this shade continues to be restricted to the Topline variants of each the Taigun and Virtus, which additionally include some further options. Let’s check out their costs.

Model

Regular Topline

Topline With Deep Black Pearl (with further options)

Difference

Volkswagen Virtus 1-litre MT

Rs 14.90 lakh

Rs 15.22 lakh

+ Rs 32,000

Volkswagen Virtus 1-litre AT

Rs 16.20 lakh

Rs 16.47 lakh

+ Rs 27,000

Volkswagen Taigun 1-litre MT

Rs 15.84 lakh

Rs 16.03 lakh

+ Rs 19,000

Volkswagen Taigun 1-litre MT

Rs 17.35 lakh

Rs 17.60 lakh

+ Rs 25,000

For the Deep Black Pearl variant of the Volkswagen Virtus, clients must shell out as much as Rs 32,000 extra, whereas for the Taigun Deep Black Pearl coloration, they value as much as Rs 25,000 extra. For reference, the 1-liter Deep Black Pearl variants of the Virtus and Taigun begin as much as Rs 2.2 lakh decrease than their respective 1.5-liter fashions.

Also Check Out: Skoda Kushaq And Skoda Slavia Elegance Editions Launched, Prices Start From Rs 17.52 Lakh

Feature Highlights

Volkswagen Virtus Interior

The Topline trims of each Virtus and Taigun boasts facilities like the ten.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wi-fi Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, an 8-inch digital driver’s show, single-pane sunroof, powered entrance seats, cruise management, and illuminated footwell. The security of those fashions is taken care of by 6 airbags, digital stability management (ESC), rear view digital camera, and 3-point seatbelts for all passengers.

Also Check Out: Want A CNG Car With A Sunroof? Here Are Your Only Options

Powertrain Details

Volkswagen Virtus 1-litre Engine

Both automobiles include the 1-litre turbo-petrol engine rated at 115 PS and 178 Nm, mated to both a 6-speed guide transmission or a 6-speed torque converter. They additionally get a extra highly effective 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine (150 PS / 250 Nm) possibility with their GT variants. This engine comes with both a 6-speed guide transmission or a 7-speed twin clutch computerized transmission.

Competition Check

The Volkswagen Virtus takes on the Honda City, Hyundai Verna, Skoda Slavia, and Maruti Ciaz.  Meanwhile, the Volkswagen Taigun rivals the Skoda Kushaq, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara, Toyota Hyryder, Honda Elevate, MG Astor, and Citroen C3 Aircross.

Read More on : Virtus on road price

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Skoda Kushaq And Skoda Slavia Elegance Editions Launched, Prices Start From Rs 17.52 Lakh

# Skoda Kushaq And Skoda Slavia Elegance Editions Launched, Prices Start From Rs 17.52 Lakh

## This new limited edition is only available with 1.5-litre turbo-petrol variants of both Skoda Kushaq and Skoda Slavia

![Skoda Kushaq and Slavia Elegance Edition](https://stimg.cardekho.com/images/cms/carnewsimages/editorimages/6564468949954.jpg)

– The new ‘Elegance’ edition is based on the top-spec Style trims of both models.
– It is priced at a premium of Rs 20,000 over the regular Style variants.
– Comes in a Deep Black exterior shade and an ‘Elegance’ badge on the B-pillar.
– Inside, the Elegance editions of both Skoda models get aluminium pedals, and ‘Elegance’ branding on the steering wheel, seatbelt covers and neck rests.
– The 1.5-litre engine (150 PS/250 Nm) is offered with 6-speed MT and 7-speed DSG options.
– Skoda sells the Kushaq and Slavia from Rs 10.89 lakh (ex-showroom pan India).

The [Skoda Kushaq](https://www.cardekho.com/skoda/kushaq) and [Skoda Slavia](https://www.cardekho.com/carmodels/Skoda/Skoda_Slavia) have been launched in an all-new limited edition, namely, the ‘Elegance’ edition. These new editions of both models are based on their top-spec Style variants, only limited to the 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine option. Before we get into further details, let’s check out their prices.

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Model | Regular Style | Elegance Edition | Difference
— | — | — | —
Skoda Kushaq 1.5 MT | Rs 18.11 lakh | Rs 18.31 lakh | +Rs 20,000
Skoda Kushaq 1.5 DSG | Rs 19.31 lakh | Rs 19.51 lakh | +Rs 20,000
Skoda Slavia 1.5 MT | Rs 17.32 lakh | Rs 17.52 lakh | +Rs 20,000
Skoda Slavia 1.5 DSG | Rs 18.72 lakh | Rs 18.92 lakh | +Rs 20,000

*All prices are ex-showroom pan-India*

For the Elegance edition, customers will have to shell out Rs 20,000 more over the regular Style variants of the Kushaq and Slavia.

## Exterior And Interior Updates

![Skoda Slavia Elegance Edition](https://stimg.cardekho.com/images/cms/carnewsimages/editorimages/656448837eb52.jpg)

The Elegance edition of both [Skoda](https://www.cardekho.com/cars/Skoda) models get a Deep Black exterior shade. The exterior add-ons on both Kushaq and Slavia include a chrome surrounded front grille (Kushaq’s front grille however is completely finished in chrome), body side moulding in chrome, and the ‘Elegance’ badge on the B-pillar. They also get puddle lamps with the ‘Skoda’ illumination. This special edition of the Kushaq features 17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels, while the Slavia gets 16-inch alloy wheels.

## Features & Safety

![Skoda Slavia Interior](https://stimg.cardekho.com/images/cms/carnewsimages/editorimages/652543584431e.jpg)

Since the Elegance editions of both cars are based on their top-spec Style trims, they get a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, an 8-inch digital driver’s display, ventilated and powered front seats and illuminated footwell. Safety is taken care of by up to 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control (ESC), hill-hold assist, and a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS).

## Powertrains On Offer

![Skoda Kushaq Engine](https://stimg.cardekho.com/images/cms/carnewsimages/editorimages/64f5ee121785e.jpg)
The Elegance editions of Skoda Kushaq and Slavia are only available with a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine which churns out 150 PS and 250 Nm, mated to either a 6-speed manual transmission or a 7-speed DSG (dual-clutch automatic transmission).

The regular variants of both models are also offered with a 1-litre turbo-petrol engine (115 PS and 178 Nm), paired with a 6-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed torque converter.

## Price & Rivals

The Skoda Kushaq is priced between Rs 10.89 lakh and Rs 20 lakh, while the Slavia’s prices range from Rs 10.89 lakh to Rs 19.12 lakh. The former takes on the [Volkswagen Taigun](https://www.cardekho.com/volkswagen/taigun), [Maruti Grand Vitara](https://www.cardekho.com/carmodels/Maruti/Maruti_Grand_Vitara), [Toyota Hyryder](https://www.cardekho.com/toyota/hyryder), [Kia Seltos](https://www.cardekho.com/kia/seltos), [Hyundai Creta](https://www.cardekho.com/hyundai/creta), [Citroen C3 Aircross](https://www.cardekho.com/citroen/c3-aircross), [Honda Elevate](https://www.cardekho.com/honda/elevate), and [MG Astor](https://www.cardekho.com/mg/astor). The Slavia on the other hand rivals the [Volkswagen Virtus](https://www.cardekho.com/volkswagen/virtus), [Hyundai Verna](https://www.cardekho.com/hyundai/verna), [Honda City](https://www.cardekho.com/honda/city), and [Maruti Ciaz](https://www.cardekho.com/carmodels/Maruti/Maruti_Ciaz).

*All prices are ex-showroom pan India*

Read More on : [Skoda Slavia on road price](https://www.cardekho.com/carmodels/Skoda/Skoda_Slavia)

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Made-in-India Jimny 5-door Hits South African Streets




The South African-spec 5-door Jimny comes with the same 1.5-litre petrol engine and offers both manual and automatic transmission options


Suzuki Jimny 5-door

  • Priced from Rs 19.65 lakh to Rs 21.93 lakh (ex-showroom prices converted from South African Rand)

  • Gets the same 1.5-litre petrol engine but with slightly lower output figures.

  • Its features list is the same as the India-spec model which gets a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, automatic climate control, 6 airbags, and a rearview camera.

The 5-door Maruti Jimny made its global debut earlier this year at the 2023 Auto Expo, and soon after, it was launched in India. Alongside the production of the India-spec 5-door Jimny, Maruti also makes export units to be sent to other countries, including those that already got the regular 3-door Jimny. One of these countries is South Africa, where Suzuki has just launched the Jimny 5-door.

Price

South African 5-door Suzuki Jimny (Approx. conversion from South African Rand)

India-spec 5-door Maruti Jimny

Rs 19.65 lakh to Rs 21.93 lakh (R4,29,900 to R4,79,900)

Rs 12.74 lakh to Rs 15.05 lakh

* Prices are ex-showroom

Price of the base-spec 5-door Jimny in South Africa is close to Rs 7 lakh more than the India-spec version. Just like the India-spec model, the South African model also comes in just 2 broad variants, named GL and GLX. The entry-level Jimny 5-door comes at a premium of Rs 1.78 lakh over the base-spec Jimny 3-door priced at Rs 17.87 lakh (converted from R3,90,900).

Powertrain Details

Suzuki Jimny 5-door Low Range Transfer Case

The South Africa-spec off-roader comes with the same 1.5-litre petrol engine as the India-spec 5-door Jimny but with slightly different output figures. It makes 102 PS and 130 Nm, which is 3 PS and 4 Nm less than the India-spec model. However, the transmission options are the same: a 5-speed manual and a 4-speed automatic. The 5-door Jimny gets four-wheel-drive as standard with a low-range transfer case and a ground clearance of 210 mm.

Also Read: The 2023 Suzuki Swift Is Longer Than The India-spec Maruti Swift

Features & Safety

Suzuki Jimny 5-door Cabin

Its features list is the same as the India-spec model as well. It comes with a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, cruise control, automatic climate control, up to 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, traction control, electronic stability program (ESP), hill hold and descent control, and a rearview camera.

India-spec Jimny Rivals

Maruti Jimny 5-door

The 5-door Maruti Jimny in India competes with the Mahindra Thar and the Force Gurkha since there are no other 5-door off-roaders in its price range. However, the 5-door Mahindra Thar and the 5-door Force Gurkha are under development and will be launched soon, although they will be a lot bigger and more expensive than the Jimny.

Read More on : Jimny on road price

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Honda Elevate Petrol CVT vs Maruti Grand Vitara AT: Real World Performance Comparison


Both Elevate and Grand Vitara come with a 1.5-litre naturally-aspirated petrol engine. But which one offers better real-world performance? Let’s find out

The Honda Elevate is one of the latest entrants in the compact SUV space, sharing its platform and engine options with its sedan counterpart, the Honda City. One of its key rivals is the Maruti Grand Vitara which was introduced in 2022 and has since become one of the top-selling compact SUVs in India. Both compact SUVs from Honda and Maruti use 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engines. In this article, we will compare the real-world acceleration and braking performance of these SUVs.

Before we head on to performance results, let’s have a look at their engine specifications which are detailed in the table below.

Powertrains

Specs

Honda Elevate

Maruti Grand Vitara

Engine

1.5-litre petrol

1.5-litre petrol

Power

121PS

103PS

Torque

145Nm

137Nm

Transmission

6-MT/CVT

5MT/6AT

As seen in the table, the Honda Elevate is 18PS more powerful and 8Nm torquier than the Maruti Grand Vitara. Talking about the transmission options, Maruti’s SUV comes with a 5-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed automatic transmission, while the Elevate’s petrol engine comes paired to either a 6-speed manual transmission or a CVT automatic gearbox.

The Maruti SUV also gets the option of a hybrid powertrain.

For our performance comparison, we have the CVT automatic version of the Honda Elevate and 6-speed automatic transmission version of the Grand Vitara.

Acceleration Test

Tests

Honda Elevate CVT

Maruti Grand Vitara AT (Wet)

0-100kmph

12.35 seconds

15.13 seconds

Quarter Mile

18.64 seconds at 125.11kmph

19.64 seconds at 114.42kmph

Kickdown (20-80kmph)

7.2 seconds

8.48 seconds

Honda Elevate

In the acceleration tests, the Honda Elevate is considerably quicker than the Maruti Grand Vitara in the 0-100kmph sprint by 2.78 seconds. The Honda SUV is faster than the Maruti SUV to complete a quarter mile by one second. While the two SUVs were not tested in identical conditions, the Grand Vitara’s performance in dry conditions would not have any significant improvements.

Also Check Out: New Vs Old: Kia Seltos Turbo-petrol DCT Real-world Performance Comparison

Braking Test

Tests

Honda Elevate CVT

Maruti Grand Vitara AT (Wet)

100-0kmph

37.98 metres

46.87 metres

80-0kmph

23.90 metres

29.41 metres

The stopping distance between the Honda Elevate and the Maruti Grand Vitara is almost 9 metres when coming to a stop from 100kmph. That’s about two car lengths. Talking about the braking from 80kmph to 0, the Elevate still takes less distance than the Grand Vitara and the difference reduces to almost 5.5 metres. The Grand Vitara gets 215/60 R17 alloy wheels, whereas the Honda Elevate has 215/55 R17 alloy wheels.

Also Check Out: Here’s What The Tata Harrier Facelift Does Better Than The MG Hector

Price Comparison

Honda Elevate ZX CVT

Maruti Grand Vitara Alpha AT

Rs 16 lakh

Price – Rs 16.91 lakh

The top-spec Grand Vitara petrol automatic costs Rs 91,000 more than the Honda Elevate ZX CVT. Though both are top-spec variants of both cars, the Grand Vitara offers more features over the Elevate. You can also check out our comparison page for both SUVs for more details.

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Kia Seltos Facelift vs Hyundai Creta, Maruti Grand Vitara, And Toyota Hyryder: Petrol Mileage Comparison


The 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine is a common choice in the compact SUV segment, but which one has the best claimed fuel economy?

Kia Seltos facelift vs rivals

The Kia Seltos was recently given a midlife refresh, with which it got a new turbo-petrol engine and retained its 1.5-litre petrol and diesel engine options, along with their respective gearbox choices. If you are looking to pick the 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine of the Kia SUV and want to see how its fuel efficiencies compare to those of its rivals, check out the table below:

Powertrains And Fuel Efficiencies Compared

Specification

Kia Seltos

Hyundai Creta

Maruti Grand Vitara

Toyota Hyryder

Engine

1.5-litre petrol

1.5-litre petrol

Power

115PS

103PS

Torque

144Nm

137Nm

Transmission

6-speed MT, CVT

5-speed MT, 6-speed AT

Claimed Fuel Efficiency

17kmpl, 17.7kmpl

16.8kmpl, 16.9kmpl

21.11kmpl/ 19.38kmpl (AWD), 20.58kmpl

N.A.*

*N.A.- Not Available

Maruti Grand Vitara

As seen above, the petrol-manual combo of the Maruti Grand Vitara offers the highest claimed mileage of over 21kmpl, while its petrol-auto setup returns slightly more than 20.5kmpl.

Hyundai Creta

Of all the compact SUVs here, it’s the Hyundai Creta’s 1.5-litre petrol engine which is the thirstiest, falling behind the facelifted Kia Seltos by a small margin. Do note that the Hyundai SUV’s figures are of the pre-BS6.2 updated powertrain. The Korean SUVs are also rated higher on the performance scale which is likely the reason for the comparatively low mileage here.

While the Toyota Hyryder’s claimed mileage figures aren’t available, they will likely be identical to the Grand Vitara’s numbers as both are essentially the same SUV. Both these SUV offerings also get a smart-hybrid technology that has likely resulted in the higher fuel efficiency over the Seltos-Creta duo. The Grand Vitara and Hyryder are the only SUVs here to be provided with a proper 6-speed torque converter automatic. The two compact SUVs even have the advantage of being the only models in the segment to get an all-wheel drivetrain (AWD) option.

Related: Kia Seltos vs Skoda Kushaq vs Volkswagen Taigun: Turbo DCT Claimed Mileage Comparison

Variant-wise Powertrain Options Of These SUVs

1.5-litre petrol MT

1.5-litre petrol CVT

1.5-litre petrol AT

Kia Seltos

HTE, HTK, HTK+, and HTX

HTX

–

Hyundai Creta

E, EX, S, S+ Knight, SX Executive, and SX

SX, SX (O), and SX (O) Knight

–

Maruti Grand Vitara

Sigma, Delta, Zeta, Alpha, and Alpha AWD

–

Delta, Zeta, and Alpha

Toyota Hyryder

E, S, G, and V

–

S, G, and V

…And Here Are Their Prices

2023 Kia Seltos

Kia retails the naturally aspirated variants of the Seltos between Rs 10.90 lakh and Rs 16.59 lakh. The Hyundai Creta’s variants with the same powertrains are priced from Rs 10.87 lakh to Rs 17.70 lakh.

The mild-hybrid petrol variants of the Grand Vitara-Hyryder duo are priced in the range of Rs 10.70 lakh to Rs 17.24 lakh. There is another in the segment with a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol motor, the MG Astor, but its claimed economy figures were not available at the time of publishing this comparison.

Also Read: Kia Seltos Facelift vs Hyundai Creta, Maruti Grand Vitara, Skoda Kushaq & Others: Price Comparison

From the buffet of naturally aspirated engines with their respective manual and automatic gearbox options available here, which one will be your preferred SUV? Tell us in the comments.

All prices, ex-showroom Delhi

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Kia Seltos vs Skoda Kushaq vs Volkswagen Taigun: Turbo DCT Claimed Mileage Comparison


All three come with a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine paired with a 7-speed DCT, but how do their differences affect their efficiency?

Kia Seltos vs Skoda Kushaq vs Volkswagen Taigun

The Kia Seltos recently went through a midlife update, which included a new 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine replacing the previous 1.4-litre turbo unit. Although the automatic transmission option remains a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT), this new powertrain puts it on par with the Skoda Kushaq-Volkswagen Taigun duo. These three SUVs all feature a 1.5-litre turbo engine with a 7-speed DCT, but there are some notable differences in their performance and efficiency.

Powertrains And Mileage Figures Compared

Specification

New Kia Seltos

Skoda Kushaq

VW Taigun

Engine

1.5-litre turbo-petrol

1.5-litre turbo-petrol

1.5-litre turbo-petrol

Power

160PS

150PS

Torque

253Nm

250Nm

Transmission

7-speed DCT

7-speed DCT

Claimed Mileage

17.9kmpl

18.86kmpl

19.01kmpl

Kia Seltos

Based on the table above, the Taigun with its turbo-petrol engine and DCT option offers the highest mileage among the three, while the Seltos is the least fuel-efficient. The reason behind the higher claimed mileage of the Skoda-VW duo could be attributed to two factors:

  1. The Seltos’ turbo unit produces more power and torque, which increases fuel consumption and subsequently leads to lower efficiency.

  2. Skoda and Volkswagen have equipped their turbo-petrol engines with active cylinder deactivation technology (ACT), which shuts off two cylinders under low-stress scenarios, thereby resulting in higher mileage.

Skoda Kushaq 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine

It’s worth noting that while the new Kia Seltos’ turbo-DCT is not as efficient as the VW-Skoda powertrain, it is more economical than its previous turbo-DCT option despite the improved performance.

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Which Variants Get These Powertrain Options?

Kia offers the turbo-DCT combination only on the higher-spec HTX+, GTX+, and X-Line variants of the Seltos. The only other transmission option available for this powerful engine is the 6-speed iMT (manual without a clutch pedal) with the HTX+ trim.

Volkswagen Taigun

In the case of Skoda and VW, only Skoda has provided the mid-spec Ambition and top-spec Style trims of the Kushaq with the aforementioned combination, but only in the sunroof-equipped Style variant. The Volkswagen Taigun is available with this engine-gearbox option in the Performance Line variants – GT, GT+, and GT Edge. Additionally, the 150PS turbo-petrol engine also has a proper 6-speed manual option.

Prices Of Turbo Variants

The prices of the Seltos turbo range from Rs 19.20 lakh to Rs 20 lakh. On the other hand, the prices of the Kushaq and Taigun turbo-petrol variants fall between Rs 16.79 lakh and Rs 19.69 lakh. Not only is the Seltos the most expensive among the three, but it has also become the priciest SUV in its segment.

Also Read: Kia Seltos Facelift’s Variant-wise Features Revealed

With three compact SUVs featuring a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine with a 7-speed DCT option, which one would you choose? Let us know in the comments.

All prices are ex-showroom Delhi

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