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Honda Elevate CVT vs Maruti Grand Vitara AT: Real-world Fuel Efficiency Compared

March 19, 2024 Prafful Singh

Both Elevate and Grand Vitara encompasses a naturally aspirated petrol engine, the latter additionally incorporates gentle hybrid expertise

The Honda Elevate compact SUV, launched as an all-new product from Honda in 2023, instantly competes with the Maruti Grand Vitara. Both autos are geared up with a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine. We have in contrast the true world gasoline efficiencies of each compact SUVs to see which one is extra frugal.

Before we head on to the check outcomes, let’s take a look on the powertrain specs of each compact SUVs.

Specifications	Honda Elevate	Maruti Grand Vitara
Engine	1.5-litre 4 cyl naturally aspirated petrol	1.5-litre 3 cylinder naturally aspirated petrol (gentle hybrid)
Power	121 PS	103 PS
Torque	145 Nm	137 Nm
Transmission	CVT	6-speed AT
Claimed Fuel Efficiency	16.20 kmpl	20.58 kmpl
Tested Fuel Efficiency (City)	12.60 kmpl	13.72 kmpl
Tested Fuel Efficiency (Highway)	16.40 kmpl	19.05 kmpl

The Honda Elevate produces extra energy and torque than the Maruti Grand Vitara. However, the Grand Vitara holds a bonus with its gentle hybrid expertise, leading to not solely higher claimed gasoline effectivity figures but additionally superior real-world frugality. In city settings, the distinction in gasoline efficiencies between these two autos is simply over 1 kmpl. Yet, throughout freeway driving, the Grand Vitara demonstrates almost 3 kmpl higher gasoline effectivity in comparison with the Honda Elevate.

However, additionally it is vital to notice that the examined freeway mileage of the Elevate barely exceeds the claimed determine, whereas the Grand Vitara’s check effectivity falls simply quick by a small margin.

Also Check Out: Honda Elevate CVT vs Honda City CVT: Real-world Performance Comparison

Mileage	City:Highway (50:50)	City:Highway (25:75)	City:Highway (75:25)
Honda Elevate CVT	14.25 kmpl	15.25 kmpl	13.37 kmpl
Maruti Grand Vitara AT	15.95 kmpl	17.36 kmpl	14.75 kmpl

The Maruti Grand Vitara as soon as once more emerges because the clear winner in all three driving circumstances. If your driving primarily consists of metropolis runs, the distinction between the mileage figures of each vehicles is simply over 1 kmpl. However, this distinction will increase to over 2 kmpl in freeway driving. Even in combined driving circumstances, the distinction stays beneath 2 kmpl.

Disclaimer: The gasoline effectivity of a automobile might range relying in your driving fashion, the prevailing street situation, and the automobile’s general state as effectively.

Takeaway

So, the Grand Vitara is extra frugal than the Elevate, contemplating that the Honda SUV is extra highly effective than the Maruti SUV. If your precedence is gasoline effectivity, the Grand Vitara makes plenty of sense. However, in the event you choose first rate energy over gasoline effectivity, you possibly can go for the Elevate.

Price

Honda Elevate	Maruti Grand Vitara
Rs 11.58 to Rs 16.20 lakh	Rs 10.80 lakh to Rs 20.09 lakh

Read More on : Maruti Grand Vitara on road price

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2024 CES present report: all the newest automobiles revealed

January 11, 2024 David

BMW and Mercedes-Benz had a presence at CES, too, the latter including more and more extra options to its infotainment software program and the previous largely the identical with the added improvement of some augmented-reality glasses you can put on whereas driving to see issues like navigation instructions projected into your sight view forward. It’s intelligent stuff, but BMW’s assertion that such glasses shall be as ubiquitous as smartphones sooner or later felt a little bit of a leap. Google Glass, anybody?

Other automotive manufacturers at CES included Vinfast, which introduced an electrical pick-up truck idea, and Xpeng, which learn the CES room extra by making a six-wheeled off-roader that may additionally fly – clearly.

Yet most of the greater tales at CES lie in these sensors and working methods, from the likes of Mobileye and Luminar. Their work is not glamorous however gives the know-how that permits for developments, significantly in autonomous driving, which are of far larger significance than whether or not a automotive ever takes off.

The world of automotive is altering, massively and rapidly, and nowhere extra so is that clear than at CES.

Afeela saloon idea

Sony and Honda’s three way partnership introduced an up to date model of its Afeela saloon idea, revealing minor styling tweaks. The side-view cameras have been changed with typical mirrors, for instance, and the entrance and rear ends have been tweaked to present a extra angular look. Technical specs had been additionally confirmed, with the EV internet hosting a 241bhp motor on every axle and a 91kWh battery able to recharging at charges of as much as 150kW.

The manufacturing automotive can even profit from a variety of high-profile partnerships from the world of know-how. Polyphony Digital, developer of the Gran Turismo video video games, will present its experience with simulations to assist develop the automotive, whereas Microsoft’s OpenAI service will underpin the on-board digital assistant.

Honda 0 Series ideas

Honda has utterly rethought its strategy to EV improvement with a brand new pair of ideas. Efficiency, engagement and practicality are the priorities for its subsequent era of worldwide fashions, that are promised to reach in Europe in 2026.

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Watch The Maserati MC20 Lap The Nürburgring Then Get Dyno Tested

November 26, 2023 Prafful Singh

The Maserati MC20 was originally intended to be an Alfa Romeo. The latter eventually got its own flagship sports car, the 33 Stradale, based on the MC20. This means there are now two new supercars from Italy that don’t carry a prancing horse or a raging bull badge. The MC20 recently made a lap of the Nürburgring when Sport Auto magazine’s test driver put it to the test for a lap of the Green Hell.

Driver Christian Gebhardt completed a lap of the Nordschleife with the MC20 equipped with Bridgestone Potenza Sport tires in 7 minutes and 25 seconds. How does the Maserati stack up against other high-end performance cars? The very same driver lapped the challenging circuit in 6:58 while behind the wheel of the Ferrari 296 GTB and in just 6:54 with the Porsche 911 GT3 RS.

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Lexus Will Reportedly Borrow The GR Corolla’s Engine, But Not For A Sports Car

November 11, 2023 Prafful Singh

The Lexus LBX is a small crossover that aims to offer a luxurious alternative to the Toyota Yaris Cross. The Toyota Yaris Cross is essentially a raised version of the Yaris supermini, available as a Gazoo Racing model with a turbocharged 1.6-liter gasoline engine. This same engine is used in the GR Corolla, where it produces more power. According to a new report, Lexus might use the high-performance “G16E” engine for the LBX.

As reported by Japan’s Mag-X, the LBX would be the first non-Toyota model to be equipped with this small yet powerful engine, capable of producing up to 295 hp and 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) in the GR Corolla Morizo Edition. In the GR Yaris, the engine’s output varies by region, but even the lowest figures are a healthy 257 hp and 266 lb-ft (360 Nm). Similar to the two hot hatches, a GR-powered LBX would feature all-wheel drive and a six-speed manual transmission.

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Kia EV5 Breaks Cover Globally, May Come To India By 2025

August 26, 2023 Prafful Singh

The Kia EV5 is set to launch initially in China in the latter half of 2023, followed by its introduction to other markets

The Kia EV5 is based on the ‘Opposites United’ design philosophy and resembles a smaller version of the EV9.
It features an integrated screen setup and a 64-color mood lighting feature.
Multiple battery pack options will be available, with both rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive drivetrains.
There are plans for the Kia EV5 to be launched in India by early 2025, with an expected price of around Rs 55 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Kia EV5 is a new pure-electric SUV from Kia. It made its debut at the Chengdu motor show in China. It is likely to be based on the same E-GMP platform as the Kia EV6, making it suitable for the Indian market as well.

Here’s what we know about this new EV so far.

The Design

The EV5 follows the ‘Opposites United’ design philosophy, similar to its larger sibling, the EV9. It has bold lines, a sleek tiger-nose grille, and Kia’s Signature 3D Star Map Lighting and DRLs. The profile features 21-inch alloy wheels and a lower window line that ascends towards the D-pillar. Rugged design elements like cladding and skid plates enhance its SUV credentials. The rear has a lowered roof spoiler that improves aerodynamic efficiency.

Also Read: Kia Seltos Facelift Registers Nearly 32,000 Bookings, Waiting Period Ranges Up To 3 Months

Plush Interior

The cabin layout of the Kia EV5 maximizes space and features a beige upholstery. The dashboard design is futuristic and premium, and the steering wheel has four spokes with added controls. The rear seats can be folded down flat, and the boot area offers multiple storage layouts. The EV5 also has an integrated screen setup with three displays for the instrument cluster, climate controls, and infotainment system. Other features include connected car technology, ventilated front seats, a panoramic sunroof, wireless phone charging, and mood lighting with 64 color options.

Also See: Kia Sonet Facelift Spotted Testing Yet Again; Launch Expected In Early 2024

Expected Powertrains

Detailed specifications for the Kia EV5 will be announced later this year, likely in October. It is expected to offer both single and dual electric motor options with rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive drivetrains, as well as various battery pack options.

Will It Be Launched In India?

After its launch in China, the Kia EV5 is expected to enter other markets. If it is introduced in India, it is likely to arrive by early 2025, with a price starting at around Rs 55 lakh (ex-showroom). This will make it a competitor to models like the Hyundai Ioniq 5.

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Kia Seltos Facelift GT Line And Tech Line Differences Explored

July 18, 2023 Prafful Singh

The Seltos has always been offered in Tech Line and GT Line variants, the latter now gets more distinctive on the outside

Kia has unveiled the India-spec facelifted Seltos and will announce prices soon.
It comes in three broad trims: Tech Line, GT Line and X Line.
GT Line has always been the sportier version of the Seltos SUV and now comes with different bumpers and dual-tip exhaust.
X-line is based on the GT Line with some cosmetic changes.
It is expected to be priced from Rs 11 lakh (ex-showroom) onwards.

The 2023 Kia Seltos is said to launch soon and bookings for the compact SUV are also open. The carmaker has already revealed all details except the price and is still offering the facelifted Seltos in two broad trims: Tech Line and GT Line. With the facelift, the carmaker has made the two line-ups a lot more distinctive in terms of exterior design. Let’s take a close look at the major differences between the two types of Seltos SUV:

Exterior

Front

Up front, both trims get differently styled front grilles and bumpers. The headlamps, DRLs and fog lamps are the same. Both get the same vertically-stacked fog lamps but they sit lower and get extra cladding in the GT Line. For added sportiness, the bumper of the GT Line has a more prominent air dam while the front skid plate is not as visible as it is on the Tech Line.

Side

From the sides, there are no major differences apart from the alloy wheels. Both variants get differently styled alloy wheels and they are bigger for the GT Line – 18-inch wheels instead of 17-inch.

Rear

The overall design of the rear profile is quite similar. Both get the same connected LED tail lamp setup and the same rear spoiler. But the design changes completely when you get to the bumper. While the Tech Line gets a simpler-looking bumper design with chunky cladding, the GT Line takes a sporty approach with its dual-exhaust tips, and a less prominent skid plate with sportier design details.

Interior

Cabin

The Tech Line variants of the 2023 Kia Seltos get a black and brown cabin theme that can be seen on the dashboard, while the GT line gets an all-black cabin. There are no changes in the design or layout of the cabin between the two. They even get the same steering wheel, just with different badging at the bottom.

Seats

With the Tech Line, you’ll get brown upholstery on all seats with a cream hue on the pillars and roof to give it a more airy feel. The GT Line on the other hand gets all-black upholstery with white inserts and the same black colour on the pillars and roof to make the cabin look more sporty.

Features

Both these trim-lines are well equipped. The GT Line only gets one variant – GTX Plus, which is on par with the top-spec Tech Line HTX Plus with features like dual-integrated 10.25-inch displays (touchscreen infotainment and digital driver’s display), dual zone climate control, a panoramic sunroof, cruise control, ambient lighting, six airbags, tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), all-wheel disc brakes and a rearview camera.

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

However, the GT Line also gets some additional features like a Tambour cover for cup holder, rain-sensing wipers, electronic parking brake with auto, a 360-degree camera and ADAS features like adaptive cruise control, high beam assist and attentiveness alert.

Powertrains

Specifications	Tech Line			GT Line
Engine	1.5-litre petrol	1.5-litre turbo petrol	1.5-litre diesel	1.5-litre turbo petrol	1.5-litre diesel
Transmission	6MT/ CVT	6iMT/ 7DCT	6iMT/ 6AT	7DCT	6AT
Power	115PS	160PS	116PS	160PS	116PS
Torque	114Nm	253Nm	250Nm	253Nm	250Nm

The GT Line does not get the 1.5-litre petrol engine offered with the Tech Line variants and only gets the turbo-petrol and diesel engine with automatic transmission options. Similarly, the Tech Line variants get every powertrain combo except the ones offered with the GT Line.

Also Read: Kia Seltos Facelift Becomes The 1 Millionth Car To Roll Out From Kia India Plant

Prices for the facelifted Seltos are not out yet but we expect it to be priced from Rs 11 lakh (ex-showroom) onwards. Once launched, it will continue its rivalry with the Hyundai Creta, Maruti Grand Vitara, Toyota Hyryder, Volkswagen Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, MG Astor and other upcoming compact SUVs like the Honda Elevate and Citroen C3 Aircross.

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