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Honda e:Ny1 set to be renamed at upcoming facelift

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Honda is altering the naming of its electric cars after prospects discovered the e:N badging too troublesome to pronounce.

The Japanese model unveiled the brand new naming system on the Beijing motor show, beginning with the Ye P7 large SUV that can go on sale in China later this yr.

Honda UK imports its sole EV, the e:Ny1 small SUV, from China, the place the e:N naming conference comes from, and the identify can be modified when the automotive is facelifted, a supply near Honda mentioned.

“Customers in China just can’t pronounce it,” the supply instructed Autocar.

The replace, anticipated subsequent yr, will even incorporate a few of the design options of the P7, together with the illuminated Honda badge, the supply mentioned.

In China, Honda makes use of both the e:NS1 or e:NP1 name for its small electrical SUV, relying on whether or not the automotive is made by its three way partnership with Dongfeng or that with GAC, whereas in Europe it makes use of e:Ny1.

Under the brand new naming scheme, Honda in China has stored the P and S letters relying on which three way partnership builds the automotive, which means it may in Europe rename the automotive the Y1.

Keeping the Y factor would additionally keep away from awkward conversions with McLaren or Audi if utilizing the P1 or S1 identify.

Audi has been very protecting of its naming system, final yr forcing Chinese EV maker Nio to vary the identify of its ES6 and ES8 SUVs on the idea that they sounded an excessive amount of like S6 and S8.

The new P7/S7 is the primary of Honda’s new Ye Series vehicles, primarily based on a newly developed EV-specific platform. Honda has mentioned it can launch a complete of 10 new EVs in China by 2027.

The separate EV branding is a part of a method by Honda in China to maneuver its model upmarket within the change to electrical in an effort to raised compete amid a brutal worth battle. 

The change to the brand new naming and design language got here too late for the brand new e:NS2 mid-size hatchback, which has simply gone on sale in China at ¥159,800 (£17,700) – a worth so low-cost that Honda loses the equal of £5500 per automotive, the supply mentioned. 

The e:NS2, which may doubtlessly comply with the e:Ny1 to Europe, has a 68.8kWh battery pack for a CLTC vary of 339 miles.

Honda sells the e:Ny1 within the UK from £39,995, though it has been giving heavy reductions (presently £3000, with finance at simply 1.9% APR) in an effort to hit its ZEV mandate goal for 2024.

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Tata Nexon And Tata Nexon EV Dark Edition Launched For Facelift SUVs, Starts At Rs 11.45 lakh

Both SUVs function an all-black exterior shade, ‘Dark’ badging, black alloy wheels, and an all black cabin

  • Both petrol and diesel variants of the Nexon can be found in Dark version variants.

  • However with the Nexon EV, solely the lengthy vary variant is on the market within the Dark version.

  • The Nexon EV Dark carries a premium of Rs 20,000 over its corresponding variant.

  • No modifications have been made to the function record of each Tata Nexon and Nexon EV Dark.

The Tata Nexon and Tata Nexon EV facelifts lastly get the selection of the Dark version together with the Tata Harrier and Safari facelifts. The new Nexon EV’s Dark version was first showcased on the Bharat Global Mobility Expo 2024 in New Delhi in February. Now, excluding Tata Punch, Tata’s total SUV lineup will get Dark version variants. Before moving into extra particulars, let’s take a look at their costs:

Models

Starting Price (ex-showroom)

Tata Nexon

Rs 11.45 lakh onwards

Tata Nexon EV

Rs 19.49 lakh onwards

What’s New With The Nexon & Nexon EV Dark?

The Dark version variants of the Tata Nexon and Nexon EV function an all-black exterior shade with blacked-out 16-inch alloy wheels. Additionally, each of those SUVs additionally sport a ‘Dark’ badge on their facet fenders, whereas the ‘Nexon’ badges have been blacked out as effectively. However, the ‘EV’ badge on the Nexon EV Dark is blue, thus distinguishing it from its inside combustion engine (ICE) counterpart.

Both the Nexon and Nexon EV get all black inside and leatherette seat upholstery. The headrests additionally get ‘Dark’ branding.  

Also Check: Hyundai Creta N Line vs Hyundai Creta: Exterior Changes Explained

No Changes To The Feature List

No function modifications have been made to the Nexon and Nexon EV with the introduction of their Dark editions. In the case of the Nexon EV, the Dark version has solely been launched on the top-spec Empowered Plus LR variant.

Both SUVs come geared up with a ten.25-inch digital driver’s show, a 9-speaker JBL sound system, a single-pane sunroof, and wi-fi charging. The Nexon EV, nonetheless, boasts a bigger 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system in comparison with the Nexon’s 10.25-inch display. Additionally, the electrical SUV is supplied with vehicle-to-load (V2L) and vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) functionalities.

In phrases of security, each Nexon and Nexon EV get six airbags, a 360-degree digital camera with blind spot monitoring, digital stability management, and a tyre strain monitoring system.

Also Check Out: Tata Nexon Global NCAP Crash Test Comparison: Then vs Now

Powertrain Options

Nexon

Variant

Nexon Petrol

Nexon Diesel

Engine

1.2-litre turbo-petrol

1.5-litre diesel

Power

120 PS

115 PS

Torque

170 Nm

260 Nm

Transmission

5-speed MT, 6-speed MT, 6-speed AMT, 7-speed DCA

6-speed MT, 6-speed AMT

The Dark version beauty therapy might be provided with each petrol and diesel powertrain choices of the Nexon. However, the Dark version variants received’t get the selection of a 5-speed MT with the petrol engine.

Nexon EV

Variant

Nexon Medium Range

Nexon Long Range

Battery Pack

30 kWh

40.5 kWh

Power

129 PS

144 PS

Torque

215 Nm

215 Nm

Claimed Range (MIDC cycle)

325 km

465 km

Tata is just not providing the Dark version therapy with the smaller battery pack variants of the Nexon EV.

Price Range

Tata is but to supply variant-wise costs for the Nexon and Nexon EV Dark editions. The Nexon takes on the likes of the Maruti Brezza, Kia Sonet, Hyundai Venue, and Mahindra XUV300, whereas the Nexon EV rivals the Mahindra XUV400 EV. The Nexon EV will also be thought to be an reasonably priced different to the MG ZS EV and Hyundai Kona Electric.

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The “Toyota Fronx” Exists, And May Arrive In 2024!


The Toyota-badged Fronx will likely get cosmetic and badging differences inside and out as seen on other shared models between Toyota and Maruti

  • It will be the fifth shared model between Toyota and Maruti.

  • Toyota could benefit from having its own Fronx as its new sub-4m ‘SUV’ offering.

  • Will likely share its engine options with the Maruti Fronx, including the CNG powertrain.

  • It’s also expected to have the Fronx’ features including the 9-inch touchscreen and auto AC.

  • Launch expected in 2024, with prices likely to start from Rs 8 lakh (ex-showroom).

By now, you must have noticed the few models being introduced are cross-badged products as part of the Maruti Suzuki-Toyota alliance. Some popular names include the Maruti Grand Vitara-Toyota Hyryder SUVs and the more recent duo of the Toyota Innova Hycross-based Maruti Invicto premium MPV. It has now come to the fore that Toyota will launch its own version of the Maruti Fronx, sometime in 2024.

Why Does Toyota Need A Fronx?

One of the main reasons for Toyota to offer a rebadged Fronx is that it lacks a sub-4m SUV in its Indian portfolio. In contrast, its alliance partner – Maruti Suzuki – has two models in this category, making its SUV range more accessible with a potential starting price well under the Rs 10 lakh mark.

To recap, Toyota did previously offer its own version of the Maruti Vitara Brezza called the Urban Cruiser, but it was discontinued towards the end of 2022. Currently, the Toyota SUV range directly starts from the Urban Cruiser Hyryder compact SUV with a starting price beyond Rs 10 lakh (ex-showroom).

A Familiar Treatment

The Toyota-badged Fronx will likely get a few cosmetic and badge differences inside and out over Maruti’s crossover SUV as seen on some shared products between the two carmakers like the Baleno-Glanza and the Innova Hycross-Invicto duo. The most prominent visual changes are expected to be the grille, headlights, and interior color scheme.

Also Read: 5 Key Differences Between The Maruti Invicto And Toyota Innova Hycross

Powertrain Details Of The Maruti Fronx

Specification

1.2-litre Petrol

1-litre Turbo-petrol

1.2-litre Petrol+CNG

Power

90PS

100PS

77.5PS

Torque

113Nm

148Nm

98.5Nm

Transmission

5-speed MT, 5-speed AMT

5-speed MT, 6-speed AT

5-speed MT

Claimed Mileage

21.79kmpl, 22.89kmpl

21.5kmpl, 20.1kmpl

28.51km/kg

The Maruti Fronx’ 1-litre turbo-petrol engine comes with mild-hybrid technology. We expect Toyota’s version of the Fronx to come with the same set of powertrains, while the CNG variants might be launched later.

A Shared Features List

We expect the Toyota-badged Fronx to come with a near-identical equipment list as the Maruti crossover SUV. This includes a 9-inch touchscreen, a heads-up display, auto climate control, and cruise control. Its safety net is also likely to include up to six airbags, a 360-degree camera, ISOFIX child seat anchorages, and electronic stability program (ESP). It helps that nearly all of these features are also offered on the Baleno-Glanza hatchbacks.

Also Read: Upping The Coolness Quotient Quite Literally: Cars With Dual Zone Climate Control Under Rs 30 Lakh

Price And Rivals

We expect Toyota to price its version of the Fronx from Rs 8 lakh (ex-showroom). Its rivals will include the Maruti Fronx, Citroen C3 and other sub-4m SUVs such as the Kia Sonet, Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza, and Hyundai Venue.

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