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New Vauxhall Frontera is chunky, electrical Crossland substitute

The Vauxhall Frontera has been revived as a chunky family SUV to interchange the Crossland, with the choice of petrol or pure-electric energy. 

Understood to be an in depth relation to the upcoming second-generation Citroën C3 Aircross – and anticipated to share its affordability-focused Smart Car platform – the Frontera is bigger than its predecessor, at round 4400mm lengthy, and shall be positioned as a rival to the likes of the Dacia Duster and Nissan Qashqai. That’s solely a somewhat smaller than the present Vauxhall Grandland, however that automobile may also get replaced later this yr by a barely bigger new mannequin with an electrical choice. 

The Frontera will supply a selection of battery-electric or 48V mild-hybrid petrol powertrains, with the previous possible providing round 134bhp and a spread of practically 250 miles, and the latter as much as 162bhp and round 58mpg. 

Inspired by its Nineteen Nineties namesake, the Frontera swaps the Crossland’s cab-forward, rounded kind for a extra ‘rugged’ and upright two-box silhouette, which Vauxhall managing director James Taylor reckons will “appeal to a wide range of customers who want to stand out from the crowd”. 

The inside is all new too: Vauxhall’s ‘Pure Panel’ digital interface – comprising a pair of 10in screens – tops the redesigned dashboard, which ditches nearly all of bodily buttons in favour of a “detoxed”, extra minimalist association. 

Out again, the Frontera has 460 litres of boot area with the rear seats up and 1600 litres with them folded, whereas the roof rails can assist a great deal of as much as 200kg, maximising capability. It is just not but confirmed if the Frontera shall be obtainable with seven seats, as will its Citroën sibling.

Full particulars stay beneath wraps for now, however the Frontera is predicted to be on sale in the summertime, priced from roughly £27,000 with petrol energy and round £32,000 as an EV. 

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Vauxhall Frontera identify returns in 2024 for Crossland alternative

Vauxhall is reviving the Frontera identify for the chunky compact SUV that can exchange the Crossland later this yr.

Due to be revealed within the coming weeks forward of deliveries beginning on the finish of the yr, the brand new Frontera is bigger than the Crossland and can introduce the choice of an electrical powertrain.

It shall be launched shortly forward of the alternative for the bigger Grandland, which would be the remaining mannequin within the Vauxhall line-up to get an EV variant. 

The authentic Frontera was Vauxhall’s model of the Isuzu MU, a rugged, mid-sized SUV within the vein of the Land Rover Freelander that was offered over two generations from 1991 to 2004.

Built in Luton, the primary Vauxhall SUV was accessible as a standard five-door mannequin and in short-wheelbase, two-door kind with a comfortable high. 

The new Frontera shall be offered solely as a five-door five-seater however will take cues from its Nineteen Nineties namesake in adopting a chunkier, extra overtly 4×4-inspired look than that of the Crossland. 

It shall be, Vauxhall mentioned, “a fun car with clever functional features” and “a high level of space and versatility” in a bid to enchantment to “customers with an active lifestyle and families alike”. 

All clues level to the brand new Frontera being a direct rival for the Dacia Duster, and like that automobile, Vauxhall has promised it is going to be provided “at an attractive price” – possible beginning within the low-£20,000s.

Images of a camouflaged prototype reveal the Frontera is clearly a radically completely different proposition from the Crossland, with chunkier, flatter edges and a extra overt billing as a small SUV, slightly than a raised supermini. 

Vauxhall’s new Vizor entrance finish, with its slimline LED headlights and contrasting wraparound ‘grille’ panel, is nearly seen by the heavy camouflage, however there – it appears – is the place the similarities finish. 

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Maruti Jimny Extreme: Customised To Look Bigger & Bolder

This {custom} Maruti Jimny wears chunky off highway tyres and will get a snorkel too

Modified Maruti Jimny

The Maruti Jimny was launched in India in its 5-door variant, positioned as a sensible different to the Mahindra Thar. Maruti’s off-road SUV comes geared up with a full-time four-wheel-drive (4WD) as an ordinary characteristic, however has been critiqued for its smaller measurement and decrease efficiency in comparison with the three-door Thar. Recently, we noticed a custom-built Maruti Jimny that actually seems to handle the dimensions difficulty. Let’s take a better take a look at the way it presents itself in these 4 pictures.

Modified Maruti Jimny Front

While the design of the primary physique stays similar to the common Jimny model, it sits taller due to the large set of wheels. This customised Jimny not solely advantages from a further floor clearance but in addition boasts a notably increased strategy angle in comparison with the usual Maruti Jimny.

Modified Maruti Jimny Snorkel

This Jimny has additionally been given a snorkel alongside the size of the A-pillar, for enhanced water wading capabilities, able to driving by deeper swimming pools of liquid and slush than that of the common Maruti Jimny. However, we don’t have actual numbers for the elevated top and floor clearance for this model of the SUV.

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Modified Maruti Jimny Profile

In profile, we get a greater take a look at the large set of 15-inch excessive profile off highway tires, measuring 315 mm in width. The complete top of the wheel from the bottom to the highest is almost 35 inches, which is 7.72 inches greater than the peak of the tires provided with the common Jimny. These off-road tires with deep grooves present extra grip and phone by tough terrain, and on the identical time are additionally extra sturdy than common tires for heavy off highway duties.

There’s even a spare wheel with the {custom} rims and tyres has been mounted on the tailgate of the Jimny, contributing to the cumbersome look of the SUV’s rear. Apart from the brand new wheel, the general design stays unchanged.

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What Powers The India-spec Jimny?

The Maruti Jimny is powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine which makes 105 PS and 134 Nm. This unit comes mated to both a 5-speed guide transmission or a 4-speed computerized transmission. The four-wheel-drive (4WD) drivetrain is obtainable as normal. It is unclear if this custom-spec Jimny has obtained any modifications below the hood.

Features & Safety

The factory-spec Maruti Jimny boasts facilities akin to a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wi-fi Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, cruise management, and computerized local weather management. Safety is taken care of by six airbags, digital stability management (ESC), hill maintain and hill descent management, and a rear view digital camera.

Price Range & Rivals

The Maruti Jimny in India is priced from Rs 12.74 lakh to Rs 15.05 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). It rivals different sub-4m off-roaders just like the Mahindra Thar and Force Gurkha.

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Tata Curvv Spotted Testing Once Again

It gets the same angular LED taillights and chunky tailgate design as shown in the Tata Curvv concept

Tata Curvv EV Spied

  • The Tata Curvv EV is expected to be launched in 2024.

  • Its electric version, the Curvv EV, is expected to offer a claimed range of up to 500 km.

  • The ICE version of the Tata Curvv will use the new 1.2-litre T-GDi (turbo) petrol engine which debuted at the 2023 Auto Expo.

  • It is likely to get a 12.3-inch infotainment system, 10.25-inch driver’s display and a new steering wheel with an illuminated Tata logo.

  • Passenger safety will likely be taken care of by 6 airbags, a 360-degree camera, and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).

The Tata Curvv EV will be launched in 2024, and ahead of that, another of its test mules was spied doing the rounds. The latest spy shots give us a clearer look at what its rear could look like.

Looks Same As The Concept

Tata Curvv EV Rear

The rear design of the Tata Curvv appears to mirror that of its concept version showcased at the 2023 Auto Expo. Angular LED taillights can be seen under the wraps, and its coupe roofline and tall-ish tailgate are also evident in the image above. While not prominently visible in these images, previous spy shots of the Tata Curvv have also revealed the inclusion of flush-type door handles.

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Based on the previous spy shots of the front, the Curvv will get split and vertically stacked headlight setup as seen on the facelifted versions of the Tata Nexon, Tata Harrier and Tata Safari. Talking about the profile, it will get aerodynamically styled alloy wheels as well.

How Will It Look From Inside?

Tata Curvv concept cabin

We are yet to see how the interior of the production-spec Tata Curvv will look, but based on the recent updates of the Tata Nexon, Tata Harrier, and Tata Safari, it is expected to feature the new 2-spoke steering wheel with an illuminated Tata logo.

Features on board the Tata Curvv could include a 12.3-inch infotainment system, 10.25-inch digital driver’s display, automatic AC, and ventilated front seats. In terms of safety, it is expected to come with six airbags, front and rear parking sensors, and a 360-degree camera. Tata might also offer the Curvv with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) like autonomous-emergency braking (AEB) and adaptive cruise control.

Powertrains

Tata Curvv rear spied

The Curvv EV could offer a driving range of up to 500 km; however the specifications of the battery pack and electric motor are yet to be revealed. 

The ICE version of the Tata Curvv on the other hand, will be powered by a new 1.2-litre T-GDi (turbo) petrol engine which makes 125 PS and 225 Nm. The transmission options are yet to be confirmed, but it could get the option of a 7-speed dual clutch transmission (DCT). 

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Expected Price & Rivals

We expect the Tata Curvv EV to start at Rs 20 lakh, while the ICE version of the SUV-coupe could have a starting price of Rs 10.5 lakh (all prices are ex-showroom). The Curvv EV will go up against the MG ZS EV and Hyundai Kona Electric, and its ICE version will take on the Maruti Grand Vitara, Toyota Hyryder, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Skoda Kushaq, Volkswagen Taigun, MG Astor, Honda Elevate, and Citroen C3 Aircross.