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New Maruti Swift Launch Tomorrow

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Bookings are already open for Rs 11,000 and plenty of particulars about engine and options have already leaked on-line

Swift launch tomorrow

It’s time for one of many best-selling vehicles within the nation to get its subsequent massive replace. We’re speaking of the new-gen Maruti Suzuki Swift that made its international debut in late-2023 in Japan and now it’s right here. While we await for the costs and official reveal on May 9, right here’s every thing we all know from spied items and leaked info on-line.

Related: Here’s Everything You Need To Know About The New Maruti Swift

Brand New Engine

The 2024 Swift will get a brand new 1.2-litre 3-cylinder Z-series petrol engine to exchange the 1.2-litre 4-cylinder Ok-series petrol engine. It will reportedly have a efficiency ranking of 82 PS and 112 Nm with improved driveability and higher gasoline economic system. Maruti will provide it with the identical 5-speed MT and AMT choices.

Sharper Design

Even although it is a new-generation for the hatchback, the styling updates to the outside are extra like a facelift – delicate and few. It will get a restyled grille, bumper and new LED DRLs for the entrance fascia. 

2024 Maruti Swift

In profile, the massive modifications are the brand new 16-inch alloy wheels and the position of the rear door handles that are now not on the C-pillar. The rear-end design will get a brand new bumper and recent taillights with darkened parts for a sportier enchantment. These small design modifications make it look extra fashionable whereas nonetheless recognisable as the enduring Maruti Swift. We may even get a brand new exterior shade for the Swift with this new-gen.

2024 Maruti Swift rear

Fresh Interiors

The modifications to the cabin, particularly the dashboard, are extra vital than the outside design modifications. The new Swift will get the 9-inch touchscreen infotainment unit, modern AC vents and a redesigned local weather management panel, all of which now resembles the console of the Maruti Baleno. The driver’s facet of the dashboard doesn’t look that totally different because it nonetheless has a dual-pod analogue setup with a TFT multi-information show.

2024 Maruti Swift cabin

It can also be anticipated to get a lighter cabin theme with mild and darkish gray sections.

Upgraded Features & Safety

The 2024 Swift will get an extended record of options than the outgoing model of the hatchback. We already talked about the bigger infotainment unit that can probably provide wi-fi Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility. It may even get Maruti’s related automobile tech options. Other characteristic upgrades embody six airbags as customary, and wi-fi charging.

It will proceed to supply conveniences like cruise management, auto AC, rear parking digicam and push-button start-stop.

Expected Prices

We count on the brand new Maruti Swift to draw a premium over the older hatchback and be priced from Rs 6.5 lakh (ex-showroom). It will proceed to rival the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios whereas additionally being an alternative choice to the likes of the Renault Triber and Maruti Wagon R.

Also learn: 2024 Maruti Swift Expected Prices: Will It Undercut Hyundai Grand i10 Nios?

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Car News That Mattered This Week (April 29- May 3): Many New Launches, Safety Updates, And More

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Mahindra launched the XUV 3XO, new-generation Maruti Swift’s bookings at the moment are open, and Skoda’s vehicles acquired a security replace

Mahindra XUV 3XO, Force Gurkha 5-door, Mahindra XUV700 Blaze Edition

This week, lots occurred within the Indian automotive business. Many new vehicles have been launched together with a number of the most anticipated ones, and essential particulars of 1 upcoming automobile have been revealed. Some vehicles additionally acquired essential security updates, and if you wish to compensate for every part essential that occurred this week, we’ve compiled a listing of these occasions on this weekly wrap up.

Launches

Mahindra XUV 3XO

Mahindra XUV 3XO: One of an important launches this week was the Mahindra XUV 3XO. This facelifted model of the XUV300 was launched with a model new design, up to date cabin, numerous options and improved security. If you need to know extra concerning the 3XO, together with its costs, click on here.

Also Read: Here Is What Each Variant Of The Mahindra XUV 3XO Offers

Force Gurkha 5-door and 3-door

2024 Force Gurkha & Force Gurkha 5-door: The 5-door Force Gurkha had been within the works for a very long time and it was lastly launched this week. The off-roader comes with the identical design as its 3-door model, and an up to date cabin. You can know extra about it here.

Not simply that, new updates have additionally been added to its 3-door model, and you may test it out here.

2024 BMW M4 Competition launched in India

BMW M4 Competition: The 2024 BMW M4 Competition was additionally launched this week and it comes with refined design adjustments, an up to date cabin, improved characteristic listing and extra energy in its engine. Here is everything you need to know concerning the 2024 M4 Competition.

Toyota Rumion G AT automatic variant launched

Toyota Rumion New Variant: The Toyota Rumion has received a new automatic variant for its mid-spec G trim. It now will get three automated variants: S AT, G AT, and V AT, and the brand new mid-spec one is reasonably priced by Rs 73,000 in comparison with the top-spec automated variant.

Mahindra XUV700 Blaze Edition Front

Mahindra XUV700 Blaze Edition: The Mahindra XUV700 acquired a particular Blaze Edition which is available in a brand new ‘Matte Blaze Red’ exterior shade, all-black cabin with crimson inserts, and blacked-out grille, alloys, and ORVMs. This particular version carries a premium of Rs 10,000 over the usual model, and you may take a look at extra here.

New-Gen Maruti Swift Updates

2024 Maruti Swift at dealership

Bookings Open & Launch Date Confirmed: Maruti has commenced official bookings for the fourth-generation Swift for a token quantity of Rs 11,000. Also, Maruti has confirmed that the brand new Maruti Swift might be launched in India on this day.

Also Read: Here’s Your First Proper Look At The New Maruti Swift Ahead Of Launch

Mileage Leaked: Ahead of its launch, the new-generation Maruti Swift’s fuel efficiency figures have been leaked. It will include a brand new 1.2-litre 3-cylinder petrol engine, which is predicted to be paired with a 5-speed guide transmission and a 5-speed AMT. As for its mileage, this engine will provide a claimed gas effectivity of over 25 kmpl. 

2024 Maruti Swift to get 6 airbags as standard

Safer Than Before: Few extra particulars of the brand new Swift leaked earlier than its launch and it has been confirmed that the new-gen Maruti Swift will include 6 airbags as commonplace. This will make it essentially the most reasonably priced Maruti automobile to supply this security equipment.

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Skoda Slavia And Skoda Kushaq

Skoda Cars Get Safer: The Skoda Slavia, and Skoda Kushaq, each 5-star rated vehicles by Global NCAP have now gotten even safer because the carmaker has made 6 airbags a typical security characteristic. But, as a result of this characteristic addition, the costs of each fashions have been elevated. Check out the brand new costs here.

2024 Isuzu V-Cross

2024 Isuzu Price Revision & Safety Update: The Isuzu V-Cross has acquired its MY2024 replace and the carmaker has added a few issues. Its top-spec variants now will get a sportier design, all guide variants get a number of security options as commonplace like traction management, hill maintain and descent management, and digital stability management (ESC), and the rear seats have been made extra comfy. All of this has include a worth revision, making the V-Cross costly by as much as Rs 3.99 lakh. Read all about it here.

Toyota Rumion

Bookings Resumed For Rumion CNG: Along with the including a brand new petrol automated variant, Toyota has resumed the bookings of Rumion CNG, which was halted again in September 2023. The Toyota Rumion CNG is out there in only one S CNG variant.

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New Toyota Rumion Mid-spec Automatic Variant Launched, Priced At Rs 13 Lakh

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The carmaker has additionally resumed taking bookings for the Rumion CNG variant

Toyota Rumion G AT automatic variant launched

  • Toyota now gives the Rumion in three automated variants: S AT, G AT (new), and V AT.

  • The G AT is Rs 73,000 extra inexpensive than the top-spec V AT.

  • Bookings for the G AT at the moment are open for Rs 11,000; deliveries to start on May 5, 2024.

  • The Rumion is accessible in a single S CNG variant priced at Rs 11.39 lakh.

  • The Rumion is powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine with each handbook and automated choices.

  • Prices of the Ertiga-based MPV vary from Rs 10.44 lakh to Rs 13.73 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).

Back in mid 2023, the Toyota Rumion was launched in our market because the restyled and rebadged model of the Maruti Ertiga. Since then, the entry-level Toyota MPV has been accessible with simply two automated variants: S and V. Now, the carmaker has expanded the automated lineup of the Rumion and has launched a brand new mid-spec G AT variant. It might be booked beginning right this moment (April 29, 2024) for Rs 11,000, whereas its deliveries will start from May 5, 2024.

Here’s how the brand new automated variant slots within the lineup:

Variant

Price

S AT

Rs 11.94 lakh

G AT (new)

Rs 13 lakh

V AT

Rs 13.73 lakh

The new automated variant – which is equal to the mid-spec Ertiga ZXi AT – prices Rs 1.06 lakh greater than the entry-level S AT, however is Rs 73,000 extra inexpensive than the absolutely loaded V AT.

Also Read: Toyota Fortuner Gets A New Leader Edition, Bookings Open

Engine On Offer

Toyota gives the Rumion with a single 1.5-litre petrol engine (103PS/137Nm) from the Ertiga. It is accessible with both a 5-speed handbook or a 6-speed torque converter automated gearbox. The identical unit can also be supplied with an non-compulsory CNG package, the place its output drops right down to 88 PS and 121.5 Nm, and is paired with the 5-speed MT solely.

Features On Board

Toyota Rumion cabin

Being the mid-spec variant, the Rumion’s G trim is decently outfitted with options akin to a 7-inch touchscreen with wi-fi Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, related automobile tech, push-button begin/cease, and a 6-speaker music system. In phrases of security, the Rumion G comes with twin entrance airbags, digital stability programme (ESP), and hill-hold help.

Rumion CNG Now Available

Toyota has now additionally reopened bookings for the CNG variant of the Rumion after they have been halted in September 2023. The Rumion is accessible in a single S CNG variant priced at Rs 11.39 lakh.

Price Range And Rivals

Toyota Rumion

The Toyota Rumion is priced between Rs 10.44 lakh and Rs 13.73 lakh. It takes on the Maruti Ertiga whereas serving as an inexpensive various to larger MPVs just like the Kia Carens, Toyota Innova Crysta, and Toyota Innova Hycross.

All costs ex-showroom Delhi

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Car News That Mattered This Week (February 26 To March 1): New Unveils, Updates On Upcoming Cars, And More

The Hyundai Creta N Line bookings have began and the Mahindra Thar will get a brand new particular version

Hyundai’s quickly to be launched N Line SUV made headlines final week, whereas Mahindra launched a particular version of one in all its hottest SUVs. In the identical week, BYD opened order books for its upcoming EV, whereas Skoda revealed plans for increasing the Indian lineup. Let’s take a look in any respect the highlights that mattered this week.

Hyundai Creta N Line Unveiled

Hyundai Creta N Line

The Hyundai Creta N Line would be the third N Line providing in India after the i20 N Line and Venue N Line. Hyundai revealed the exterior design of the Creta N Line final week, whereas additionally opening the order books for a similar. You can even check out variant-wise powertrain options obtainable with the SUV.

Mahindra Thar Gets A New Edition

Mahindra Thar Earth Edition launched

Mahindra launched the particular Thar Earth version which is available in a brand new Desert Fury (satin matte end) exterior shade. This new version of the SUV additionally incorporates a new upholstery inside. To know extra concerning the adjustments and the costs of the Thar Earth version, head here.

BYD Seal Bookings Open

BYD Seal

BYD is quickly going to launch its third EV in India, which is none apart from the Seal electrical sedan. The automaker now additionally opened its order books for this flagship product in India. We have additionally bought our palms on the variant-wise features for the BYD Seal.

Skoda’s Sub-4m SUV Confirmed For India

Skoda sub-4m SUV naming contest

The Czech carmaker Skoda, revealed its plans to introduce a subcompact SUV in India by subsequent 12 months. The subcompact SUV will use the identical platform because the Kushaq and Slavia. Skoda has additionally launched a naming contest for its upcoming SUV. Click here to know more about it.

Citroen C3 Colour Palette Update

Citroen C3 Zesty Orange

Citroen has rejigged the colour options for its C3. The automaker has discontinued the Zest Orange shade of the hatchback. However, there’s a brand new color choice which replaces the brilliant shade.

Mahindra XUV300 Bookings Halted

Mahindra XUV300

The Mahindra XUV300 is ready to obtain a facelift within the coming months, and as its launch is approaching, Mahindra temporarily halted the bookings for its outgoing model. The bookings are anticipated to renew with the launch of the facelifted subcompact SUV.

Hyundai i20 N Line Facelift Unveiled Globally

European-spec Hyundai i20 N Line Front

The Korean automaker Hyundai, took the wraps off the facelifted version of the i20 N Line in Europe. The hatchback will get some beauty tweaks and a few further options as properly over the India-spec model of the i20 N Line.

VinFast Inaugurated Its India Facility

VinFast Plant Inauguration

The Vietnamese EV maker, VinFast, inaugurated and started construction of its India manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu. VinFast additionally plans to ascertain a dealership community throughout the nation, however is but to substantiate actual timelines and mannequin plans.

Force Gurkha 5-door Spied

5-door Force Gurkha

The Force Gurkha 5-door is anticipated to be launched this 12 months. Ahead of that, the test mule of the Gurkha 5-door has been spotted again and it appears fairly near a production-ready kind. The prolonged Gurkha will compete with the upcoming Mahindra Thar 5-door.

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Mahindra XUV300 Bookings Halted, Will Resume With The Facelifted Version

However, some dealerships throughout the nation are nonetheless taking bookings, maybe for the remaining inventory of the sub-4 metre SUV

Mahindra XUV300

The Mahindra XUV300 has been due for an replace for some time and appears like we’ll be getting its facelifted model quickly, as Mahindra has stopped taking bookings for the subcompact SUV. In an investor meet, the CEO of Mahindra Auto shared this info and revealed that the bookings will resume with the facelift.

Mahindra’s Statement

Mahindra XUV300

At its investor meet, Rajesh Jejurikar, government director and CEO (Auto & Farm sector), Mahindra & Mahindra, acknowledged whereas responding to a query about ready intervals and mannequin updates “What is going off from a numbers point of view is also 300 because we’re not taking bookings on that now. So, clearly that whole thing is gone and that will come back when we come with the mid cycle refresh.” 

Also Read: Mahindra Thar Earth Edition Launched, Prices Start From Rs 15.40 Lakh

While it’s acknowledged that Mahindra has stopped taking new bookings for the XUV300, some dealerships are nonetheless taking orders for the present inventory. Mahindra has additionally acknowledged that it’ll considerably decrease manufacturing for the XUV300 for the subsequent couple of months because it wraps up the pending orders. But in the end, that too shall be stopped as Mahindra appears to be near ending work on the facelifted XUV300, which is anticipated to be launched within the coming months.

About Mahindra XUV300 Facelift

Mahindra XUV300 Facelift

The facelifted Mahindra XUV300 has been below growth for some time and it’ll get main design modifications over the present model. Based on the spy photographs up to now, the 2024 XUV300 will include a redesigned entrance profile with a tweaked grille, completely different bumper and a brand new mild setup. It will even get redesigned alloy wheels and the rear profile is anticipated to be new as properly, with a linked LED taillight setup.

Mahindra XUV300 Cabin

Current Mahindra XUV300’s Cabin Used For Reference

Inside, it is going to get a revamped cabin with a brand new theme and an even bigger touchscreen infotainment system (probably 10.25-inch). In phrases of options, it may get a totally digital driver’s show, ventilated entrance seats, wi-fi cellphone charger, cruise management, and a single pane sunroof.

Also Read: Mahindra Thar 5-door Will Be Launched In This Part Of 2024

For security, Mahindra can provide it with 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, digital stability management (ESC), tyre stress monitoring system (TPMS), ISOFIX youngster seat anchors, and a rearview digicam.

2024 XUV300 Engines

Mahindra XUV300 Engine

Mahindra will proceed to supply it with the identical engine choices as the present model: a 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine (110 PS/200 Nm), a 1.5-litre diesel engine (117 PS/300 Nm), and a 1.2-litre TGDi turbo-petrol engine (130 PS/250 Nm). These engines are anticipated to be paired with a 6-speed handbook transmission and a 6-speed AMT.

Expected Prices

Mahindra XUV300 Facelift

Prices for the Mahindra XUV300 facelift are anticipated to begin from Rs 9 lakh (ex-showroom) and it’ll proceed to be a rival to the likes of Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, and Maruti Brezza.

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Hyundai Creta N Line Revealed, Bookings Open Ahead Of Launch On March 11

Hyundai is accepting bookings for the Creta N Line for Rs 25,000 each on-line and at its dealerships

Hyundai Creta N Line bookings open

  • Exterior highlights embrace crimson brake callipers, 18-inch alloy wheels, and ‘N Line’ badges.

  • Cabin to get an all-black theme with distinction crimson accents and stitching for the upholstery.

  • Will get options like twin 10.25-inch shows, six airbags, and a 360-degree digicam.

  • Expected to get a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol unit with each 6-speed MT and 7-speed DCT.

  • Prices prone to begin from Rs 17.50 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Hyundai Creta N Line has been formally revealed forward of its launch on March 11. Hyundai has additionally opened bookings for the sportier SUV for Rs 25,000 each on-line and at its dealerships throughout India.

How Does It Look?

Hyundai Creta N Line rear

The Hyundai Creta N Line will get a redesigned grille with the ‘N Line’ badge and a brand new entrance bumper design with crimson inserts. Its profile options new 18-inch alloy wheels with crimson brake callipers and crimson inserts on the aspect skirtings. At the rear, it comes with a tweaked bumper which additionally will get crimson inserts for the skid plate, and a dual-tip exhaust.

Being the sportier model of the common Creta, it will get the ‘N Line’ emblems on the entrance, aspect and rear profiles. Another unique contact offered to the Creta N Line is the Thunder Blue color with a black roof.

Changes To The Cabin

Although its inside hasn’t been totally revealed, the newest inside teaser picture does affirm that the Creta N Line will get a refreshed cabin with an all-black theme. It can be complemented by crimson accents across the dashboard, and distinction crimson stitching on each the gear lever and fabric. The N Line-specific steering wheel may even be included within the bundle.

Features And Safety Tech On Board

The Creta N Line will largely be primarily based on the upper variants of the usual Creta. We therefore consider will probably be geared up with the identical twin 10.25-inch shows (one for instrumentation and the opposite for infotainment), dual-zone AC, wi-fi telephone charging, and ventilated entrance seats because the common Creta.

Hyundai Creta N Line six airbags

Hyundai has confirmed that the Creta N Line will get six airbags, digital stability management (ESC), digital parking brake with auto-hold, and hill-assist. We are additionally anticipating it to pack some superior driver help methods (ADAS) as out there on the usual Creta.

Also Check Out: Hyundai i20 N Line Facelift For Europe Revealed, Here’s How It Is Different From The India-spec Model

Turbo-Petrol Only

2024 Hyundai Creta turbo-petrol engine

It can be powered by the identical 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine (160 PS/ 253 Nm) as the usual mannequin, however is prone to get the choice of a 6-speed handbook along with the 7-speed DCT (dual-clutch automated transmission).

Being the SUV’s N Line model, we expect it to have a barely completely different suspension setup and faster steering response for improved dealing with to additional set it other than the common Creta. A sportier-sounding exhaust setup may also be on supply.

Expected Prices And Competitors

The Hyundai Creta N Line is predicted to have a beginning worth of Rs 17.50 lakh (ex-showroom). It will rival the Kia Seltos GTX+ and X-Line, whereas additionally being a sportier-looking different to the likes of the Skoda Kushaq, Volkswagen Taigun GT Line, and MG Astor.

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The Hyundai Creta N-Line Can Now Be Booked, But Not Online

The sportier model of the Hyundai Creta is about to be launched on March 11

Hyundai Creta N-Line

  • These unofficial bookings could be made by paying a token quantity of Rs 25,000.

  • As the launch will not be distant, official bookings for the SUV may also open quickly.

  • The Creta N-Line will include some exterior design variations and a unique cabin theme from the common SUV.

  • It will get the identical 160 PS 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine however anticipate minor enhancements for a sportier drive.

  • It is predicted to be priced from Rs 17.5 lakh (ex-showroom) onwards.

The Hyundai Creta N-Line is all set to be launched on March 11 however earlier than Hyundai might announce that its bookings are open, some dealerships across the nation have began taking unofficial orders for the compact SUV for a token quantity of Rs 25,000. If you might be planning to purchase the sportier Hyundai Creta, you possibly can examine at your nearest Hyundai dealership in the event you can put your title on the order books, however first, you possibly can know extra concerning the Creta N-Line proper right here.

Design Differences

Hyundai Creta N Line

The Creta N-Line has already been spied and we all know that it’s going to include a tweaked entrance grille, related LED DRLs, and a chunkier entrance bumper. The Hyundai brand on the entrance may even be positioned in another way from the common model. The remainder of the design is kind of the identical because the common Creta, nonetheless, the N-Line will get some sporty crimson accents and its personal design for the alloy wheels. It may even get a sportier rear bumper with a dual-tip exhaust.

Also Read: Hyundai Creta N Line First Teaser Out Ahead Of Launch On March 11

Its cabin has not been spied intimately but, however anticipate it to characteristic an all-black cabin theme with crimson accents, and “N-Line” badging on the steering wheel and the headrests.

Powertrain

2024 Hyundai Creta turbo-petrol engine

Powering the Creta N-Line would be the 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine which is essentially the most highly effective turbo-petrol unit on this section. This engine makes 160 PS and 253 Nm, and can almost definitely be paired with both a 6-speed guide transmission (not provided with the common Creta) or a 7-speed DCT (twin clutch automated transmission).

Features & Safety

2024 Hyundai Creta cabin

Its characteristic listing would be the identical as the upper variants of the Creta which will get dual-integrated 10.25-inch screens (touchscreen infotainment and digital driver’s show). It may even be outfitted with a wi-fi charger, ventilated entrance seats, 8-way energy adjustable driver’s seat, dual-zone local weather management, and a panoramic sunroof.

Also Read: Hyundai i20 N Line Facelift For Europe Revealed, Here’s How It Is Different From The India-spec Model

For passenger security, Hyundai will supply it with 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, digital stability management (ESC), tyre strain monitoring system (TPMS), entrance and rear parking sensors, ISOFIX-child seat anchors, a 360-degree digital camera, and a number of ADAS (superior driver help system) options like adaptive cruise management, lane hold help, blind spot monitoring, and auto emergency braking.

Expected Price & Rivals

The Hyundai Creta N-Line is predicted to be priced from Rs 17.5 lakh (ex-showroom) onwards and its closest rival would be the Kia Seltos X-Line variants together with the Volkswagen Taigun GT Line variants.

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Kia Seltos Facelift Garners 1 Lakh Bookings, 80,000 Choose The Sunroof Variants

Kia has obtained a mean of 13,500 Seltos bookings since July 2023

Kia Seltos

  • Kia has shared some fascinating insights concerning its bookings milestone for the brand new Seltos.

  • 80 % of Seltos consumers are going for higher-spec variants (HTK+ onwards)

  • 58 % of the overall bookings are for the petrol trims of the Kia Seltos, whereas almost 50 % are selecting the automated variants.

  • When it involves security, 40 % consumers are choosing ADAS-equipped variants of the Kia Seltos.

The Kia Seltos bought a significant facelift in July 2023, with which it not solely bought a contemporary design, but in addition bought new options, improved security, and the choice of a brand new 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine. Now the overall bookings for the Kia Seltos has crossed the one lakh mark since its launch. On a mean, the facelifted Seltos obtained 13,500 bookings each month throughout this era.

80 Percent Buyers Prefer Higher-spec Variants

According to Kia, 80 % of Seltos consumers desire the better-equipped variants (HTK+ onwards), additionally selecting the SUV variants fitted with the panoramic sunroof. One of the large characteristic updates with the facelift was the introduction of superior driver help methods (ADAS) and Kia has revealed that over 40 % of latest Seltos consumers need this security characteristic.

Also Check Out: Hyundai Creta Facelift Bags Over 51,000 Bookings In A Month

High Demand For Automatic Variants

The Kia Seltos is accessible with three engine choices: 1.5-litre naturally aspirated (NA) petrol, 1.5-litre diesel and 1.5-litre turbo-petrol. All three get the selection of an automated transmission and in response to Kia, almost 50 % of all bookings for the brand new Seltos have been for the automated transmission choices. It has additionally been revealed that there’s nonetheless a excessive demand for the diesel powered choice, which accounts for 42 % of the overall bookings to date.

Features & Safety

Kia has outfitted the Seltos with premium options like twin 10.25-inch shows (digital driver’s show and touchscreen infotainment), dual-zone local weather management, and a panoramic sunroof. It additionally will get an air air purifier, ambient lighting, heads-up show, and ventilated entrance seats.

In phrases of security, the Seltos comes with six airbags, digital stability management (ESC), a tyre strain monitoring system (TPMS), a 360-degree digital camera and superior driver help methods (ADAS) like lane preserve help, ahead collision warning, and adaptive cruise management.

Powertrain Details

The engine-wise specs and transmission choices have been detailed under:

Engine

1.5-litre NA Petrol

1.5-litre Turbo-petrol

1.5-litre diesel

Power

115 PS

160 PS

116 PS

Torque

144 Nm

253 Nm

250 Nm

Transmission

6-speed MT / CVT

6-speed iMT / 7-speed DCT

6-speed MT / 6-speed iMT / 6-speed AT

In January 2024, Kia launched the choice of a 6-speed guide transmission with the diesel engine of the Seltos. It is the one SUV in its phase to supply the choice of an iMT setup (guide with out clutch pedal).

Price Range & Rivals

The Kia Seltos is priced between Rs 10.90 lakh and Rs 20.30 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). The compact SUV rivals the likes of the Hyundai Creta, Maruti Grand Vitara, Skoda Kushaq, Volkswagen Taigun, Honda Elevate, MG Astor, and Citroen C3 Aircross.

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Mahindra Scorpio N Production Crosses 1 Lakh Units

The Scorpio N garnered 1 lakh bookings inside simply half-hour, but it surely took Mahindra a 12 months and a half to supply an equal variety of models of the SUV

Mahindra Scorpio N 1 Lakh Units Production

The Mahindra Scorpio N was launched in 2022 because the generational improve for the extremely in style Scorpio. Everything in regards to the Scorpio N was new, from platform to design to options. The Scorpio N is among the greatest promoting Mahindra SUVs right now, bought alongside its predecessor which is retailed because the Scorpio Classic. Now, Mahindra has achieved a brand new manufacturing milestone for the Scorpio N with the 1,00,000th unit rolling out of the Chakkan manufacturing unit, 19 months after the primary production-spec unit.

Journey Till Now

Mahindra Scorpio N red

The Mahindra Scorpio N garnered appreciable consideration even earlier than its launch, with quite a few spy pictures of the SUV surfacing on the web. When Mahindra opened the order books for the SUV, it obtained over 1 lakh bookings within the first half-hour. Since then, the Scorpio has continued to expertise prolonged ready durations whereas working to extend its manufacturing capacities. Finally, in 2024, Mahindra efficiently produced 1 lakh models of the SUV.

Mahindra Scorpio N Global NCAP

While Mahindra hasn’t launched any vital modifications to the Scorpio throughout this era, the SUV has managed to remain within the headlines, whether or not for remembers, function shuffling, or a brand new crash take a look at security score.  

Also Check Out: Mahindra Scorpio N Achieves 5-Star Rating In Global NCAP Crash Tests

Recently as properly, Mahindra rejigged the function checklist for the mid-spec variant of the Scorpio N, which additionally acquired pricier with the 2023 worth hike These modifications are relevant to all orders for the Scorpio N ranging from 2024.

Features & Safety

The Mahindra Scorpio N additionally turned extra function oriented as properly and comes with an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, dual-zone AC, cruise management, and wi-fi cellphone charging. It additionally will get a 6-way-power driver’s seat, and a single-pane sunroof. 

The security options embrace up six airbags, digital stability management,  hill-assist management, and a tire strain monitoring system (TPMS).

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Powertrain Options

Mahindra affords the Scorpio N with two engine choices: a 2.2-litre diesel engine (producing 132 PS/ 300 Nm or 175 PS/ as much as 400 Nm) and a 2-litre turbo-petrol engine (203 PS/ as much as 380 Nm). Both are provided with the selection of 6-speed guide and 6-speed automated transmissions. The extra highly effective diesel engine variants are additionally accessible with possibility of a four-wheel-drive (4WD) drivetrain.

Price & Rivals

The Mahindra Scorpio N is priced between Rs 14 lakh and Rs 24.54 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). It rivals the Tata Harrier/Safari, and Hyundai Creta/Alcazar. 

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You Can Check Out The Citroen C3 Aircross Automatic At A Dealership Ahead Of Launch On January 29

Some Citroen dealerships are already accepting bookings (unofficially) for the C3 Aircross computerized

Citroen C3 Aircross Automatic

  • The Citroen C3 Aircross will get the choice of a 6-speed torque converter computerized.

  • Will be mated to the SUV’s present 110 PS 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine.

  • No adjustments anticipated to the options listing

  • The computerized variants might carry a premium of as much as Rs 1.3 lakh over the corresponding handbook transmission variants.

The Citroen C3 Aircross is scheduled to obtain an replace by the top of this month within the type of an computerized transmission (AT). Ahead of its official launch which is scheduled on January 29, the automated variants of the Citroen C3 Automatic have reached dealerships. Several Citroen dealerships throughout India have already began accepting offline bookings for the C3 Aircross computerized.

 Citroen C3 Aircross Automatic

As seen within the picture above, the cabin structure of the AT variants of the Citroen C3 Aircross is similar to that of its handbook transmission variant, with the presence of the automated transmission lever being the one exception. The computerized model of the C3 Aircross will likely be a 6-speed torque converter unit mated to its 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine (110 PS / 190 Nm). Currently, the Citroen C3 Aircross is simply supplied with a 6-speed handbook transmission.

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No Feature Changes

Citroen C3 Aircross Automatic Interior

There are not any function adjustments anticipated on the C3 Aircross other than the introduction of the automated transmission. The SUV is provided with a ten.2-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wi-fi Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a 7-inch digital driver’s show, steering-mounted audio controls, and handbook AC with devoted vents for the third row.

Safety options on the C3 Aircross embrace twin entrance airbags, hill-hold help, digital stability management (ESC), rear view digital camera, and a tyre stress monitoring system (TPMS).

Expected Price & Rivals

The computerized variants of the Citroen C3 Aircross are anticipated to return at a premium of roughly Rs 1.3 lakh in comparison with their respective handbook counterparts. Currently, it’s priced between Rs 9.99 lakh and Rs 12.75 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). It rivals the like of the Honda Elevate, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara, Volkswagen Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, and MG Astor.

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