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Tata Tiago EV Is Faster Than These 10 Cars in the 0-100 KMPH Sprint


The Tata Tiago EV outperforms several cars with higher performance outputs

The Tata Tiago EV is one of the most affordable electric vehicles (EVs) available in India, priced between Rs 8.69 lakh and Rs 12.04 lakh (ex-showroom). It comes with two battery pack options: 19.2kWh and 24kWh, providing a range of up to 250 kms and 315 kms, respectively.

We recently tested the Tiago EV with the larger battery pack and an electric motor rated at 75PS and 114Nm. While its 0-100kmph acceleration times may not be extraordinary, this entry-level electric hatchback is still faster than several popular cars with similar or higher performance outputs.

Here is a list of these cars and their respective 0-100kmph acceleration times:

Tata Tiago EV – 13.43 seconds

Model

Tested Figures (0-100KMPH)

Toyota Glanza MT

13.54 seconds

Maruti XL6 AT

13.67 seconds

Maruti Grand Vitara AWD

13.99 seconds

Toyota Innova Crysta Diesel AT

14.11 seconds

Citroen C3

14.32 seconds

Mahindra Bolero Neo

15.13 seconds

Tata Tiago Petrol MT

15.29 seconds

Maruti Celerio AMT

15.77 seconds

Citroen eC3

16.36 seconds

Tata Altroz DCA

18.25 seconds

Key Takeaways: 

  • The car closest in performance to the Tiago EV on this list is the Toyota Glanza, which features a 90PS 1.2-litre petrol engine paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. The Tiago EV’s win is particularly impressive considering that manual cars usually have a quicker launch.

  • The Maruti XL6 is approximately 0.2 seconds slower than the Tiago EV and is equipped with a 105PS 1.5-litre petrol engine paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission.

  • The Maruti Grand Vitara AWD comes with a 5-speed manual transmission and shares the same engine as the XL6.

  • The Toyota Innova Crysta is the most powerful car on the list, featuring a 150PS 2.4-litre diesel engine paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. However, the mentioned model is no longer available for sale as the diesel variant of the MPV only comes with a manual transmission now.

Citroen eC3

  • The Citroen C3 is almost a second slower than the Tiago EV, while its electric version lags by nearly 3 seconds. The electric version of the Citroen C3 is a direct competitor to the Tiago EV, offering less power at 57PS but more torque at 143Nm.

  • The only other diesel car on this list is the Mahindra Bolero Neo, equipped with a 1.5-litre diesel engine. Despite its 100PS power output and 260Nm torque, combined with a 5-speed manual transmission, it is still over a second slower than the Tiago EV in reaching 100kmph.

  • The petrol version of the Tata Tiago is around 1.5 seconds slower than its electric counterpart.

  • At the end of the list, we find the Maruti Celerio AMT. Despite having only 67PS and 98Nm from its 1-litre petrol engine, the Celerio is significantly lighter with a kerb weight of just 820kg.

  • A surprising inclusion on this list is the Tata Altroz DCA. It is equipped with the same 1.2-litre petrol engine as the petrol version of the Tiago, but in this case, it is mated to a refined 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. However, it is nearly 5 seconds slower in reaching 100kmph compared to the Tiago EV.

What makes the Tiago EV quicker?

The Tiago EV may not have impressive numbers on paper, but one of the biggest advantages of an electric powertrain is its instant performance delivery.

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How Mercedes-Benz Is Incorporating ChatGPT in Its Infotainment System

Artificial intelligence has become a hot topic lately, with language models and other tools emerging that possess the remarkable ability to perform various tasks for users. Mercedes-Benz, a pioneering car manufacturer, recognizes the potential of current artificial intelligence technology and has started integrating it into its vehicles to enhance the driving experience.

By integrating ChatGPT into its “Hey Mercedes” voice control feature in the MBUX system, the vehicles can now move beyond providing predefined responses and instead adapt to natural language and conversation. This allows them to provide intuitive responses, suggestions, and solutions in an unprecedented manner, for which ChatGPT is highly regarded.

This integration enhances the system’s usability and value, allowing drivers to maintain focus and attention while simply conversing with an incredibly intelligent system. As technologies like electrification and AI usage become priorities for Mercedes-Benz and many other manufacturers in their journey towards the future, the integration of ChatGPT in the MBUX system represents a significant step forward.

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Beta Updates The RX 300 Motocross Machine For The European Market

Italian brand Beta is well-known for its off-road models and success in the world of enduro and motocross. In the European market, Beta has launched the RX 300, a model specifically designed for competitive motocross. While the RX 300 has been available in the U.S. market since 2021, the European version comes with updated features that cater to the motocross segment. Let’s take a look at some of the key details.

When it comes to technology, the RX 300 is equipped with a 300cc, two-stroke, single-cylinder engine that incorporates several performance-oriented enhancements. For instance, the engine boasts a higher compression ratio and a square bore and stroke of 72 x 72 millimeters. The crankshaft has also been redesigned to be lighter, resulting in increased linear power and faster acceleration. Additionally, the rider can fine-tune the valve timing based on their preferences and track conditions.

Beta Updates The RX 300 Motocross Machine For The European Market

The new Beta RX 300 also features an adjustable clutch that provides precise power delivery to the rear wheel. Derived from the RR models, the clutch springs offer three points of preload adjustability for easy tuning. In terms of suspension, the RX 300 is equipped with fully adjustable components from Kayaba. The front end boasts a long-travel 48-millimeter inverted fork, offering more travel than the RR 300 enduro model. Meanwhile, the rear shock has been tuned to handle motocross terrains with greater effectiveness.

As for the underpinnings, the Beta RX 300 shares a frame similar to that of the RR 300 enduro model. It rides on 21-inch front and 19-inch rear wheels equipped with Michelin Starcross 6 tires. Nissin brakes, with a 260-millimeter front and 240-millimeter rear, bring the bike to a stop. In terms of electronics, Beta has minimized the RX 300’s features to ensure simple operation. The electric starter switch is positioned on the right side of the handlebar, while the ignition kill switch is located on the left side. Additionally, the bike is equipped with a lithium battery to reduce weight.

Finally, the Beta RX 300 features restyled graphics in classic Beta colors. Although European pricing has yet to be announced, the availability of the bike is expected before the end of June 2023.

Automobili Lamborghini and 3T unveil two exclusive new bicycles

New models inspired by super sports cars

Sant’Agata Bolognese, 8 June 2023 – The partnership between Automobili Lamborghini and 3T, a renowned manufacturer of luxury bicycles, continues with the introduction of two new high-end models that embody the excellence of Italian super sports cars.

Following the success of the Exploro Racemax x Huracán Sterrato in 2022, which combined 3T’s expertise in gravel bicycle design with Lamborghini’s style and high performance, two new bike models have been created: the Racemax x Automobili Lamborghini gravel version in Verde Selvans and Oro Elios, and the Strada x Automobili Lamborghini variant in Arancio Apodis and Viola Pasifae.

The new Racemax x Automobili Lamborghini gravel bike is constructed using 3T carbon components that make it lightweight and fast, all manufactured in Italy. The Strada x Automobili Lamborghini bike, the first of its kind developed through this collaboration, has been designed to deliver exceptional aerodynamics and comfort. It features two distinct zones: the “speed zone” in the front half of the bike, and the “comfort zone” with a curved seat tube seamlessly integrated into the frame, along with top-of-the-line 3T carbon wheels.

The design of these bikes was developed in collaboration with Lamborghini Centro Stile, with the designers drawing inspiration from the iconic Lamborghini super sports cars for their choice of colors. The bikes are crafted using the finest quality materials and incorporate high-end components such as carbon fiber wheels and electronic shifting technology.

The collaboration between Lamborghini and 3T is rooted in shared values, reflected in the meticulous craftsmanship and excellence of Made in Italy. These qualities, which blend tradition and innovation, result in highly sought-after products worldwide.

The new 3T models for Automobili Lamborghini can be found at: https://3tcollaboration.bike/3tforautomobililamborghini/ and will be available for delivery starting from September 2023.

Hyundai Exter Dashboard Leaked: A First Glimpse


The dashboard design is a combination of screens from the Grand i10 Nios and Venue

Hyundai Exter

  • The Hyundai Exter will be launched on July 10, and bookings are open.

  • It has some segment-first features, such as a dual dash cam setup and a single-pane sunroof.

  • Based on the leaked interior images, it will also have a digitised driver’s display (as seen in the Venue) and touchscreen unit.

  • It will be offered in five broad variants: EX, S, SX, SX (O), and SX (O) Connect.

  • It features a 1.2-litre engine that comes in both petrol and CNG options.

  • Its expected price is from Rs 6 Lakh (ex-showroom) onwards.

We are receiving more details about the upcoming Hyundai Exter as its launch date approaches. Leaked images of its interior have surfaced on the internet, showing some of the car’s features. Let’s have a look at what we can expect.

The Dashboard Design

The Exter’s interior design is similar to that of the Grand i10 Nios, especially the layout. It features an integrated housing design for the infotainment unit and instrument cluster, along with central AC vents below the display. Although it is hard to tell from the leaked images, it appears that the touchscreen is smaller than the 8-inch setup offered in the Grand i10 Nios and the 10.25-inch unit found in the i20.

However, the Exter will offer a digitised driver’s display, as seen in other Hyundai cars like Venue and Verna, along with auto AC and cruise control.

Other Notable Features

Hyundai Exter sunroof

The Hyundai Exter will have several notable features, including a dual dash cam setup, voice-assisted single-pane sunroof, six airbags, electronic stability control (ESC), hill assist, and 3-point seat belts and reminders for all five seats, rear parking camera, and tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS).

There will be five broad variants: EX, S, SX, SX (O), and SX (O) Connect, with detailed features of each variant closer to the model’s launch.

Powering the Exter

Hyundai Exter Rear

The Exter will have only one 1.2-litre petrol engine paired with a 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT in petrol. It will also have a CNG option at launch with the manual transmission option.

Pricing and Rivals

The Hyundai Exter’s expected starting price is around Rs 6 Lakh (ex-showroom), and it will compete with Tata Punch, Citroen C3, Nissan Magnite, Renault Kiger, and Maruti Fronx.

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This Is The Greatest Feature Of The 2024 Lexus GX

Toyota and Lexus love to keep their models unchanged for a long and after an excellent decade, the time to revive most of their SUVs and vehicles has come. Just lately, Toyota alone revealed a brand new Tundra, Tacoma, and even gave out rumors relating to the revival of the Land Cruiser nameplate within the US. Lexus can be following an analogous development and has simply launched the all-new GX.

The second-generation GX has been on sale for more than a decade and an overhaul from the bottom up was the necessity of the hour. Thankfully, that’s precisely what the world acquired and it is likely to be one of the surprising and thrilling options that Lexus may have offered.

RELATED: 2024 Lexus GX Vs 2023 Lexus GX: What’s Different

The Lexus GX Fits Today’s Market Perfectly

2024 Lexus GX Vs. 2023 Lexus GX
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A front-facing shot of the 2024 Lexus GX and 2023 Lexus GX

The world has developed a ardour for the outside. Adventure is one thing folks search as lives have gotten extra metropolis and routine oriented. As people, we have a tendency to like change. The sense of the unknown excites and intrigues folks in a means that appears to be lacking from fashionable dwelling. This is probably one of many foremost causes actions like overlanding, off-roading, and tenting have gotten extremely well-liked over the previous few years.

Now, this improve within the curiosity in outside car-based exploration actions has been noticed by automakers who’ve give you merchandise to fulfill buyer wants. Today, almost most 4x4s supply an off-road-oriented model and Lexus has additionally joined the sport. This is likely to be among the finest occasions to affix the off-road market because the curiosity in such automobiles solely appears to be rising. Oh, and it’s secure to say that the corporate’s first effort is a wonderful one.

The Lexus GX Now Offers An Overtrail Trim Level

2024 Lexus GX Overtrail
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A side-view shot of the 2024 Lexus GX Overtrail

The new GX is the whole lot we didn’t anticipate it to be. It is boxy and old skool which has clearly made it interesting to loads of journalists and off-road fans. However, much more impressively, Lexus now presents the automobile in an Overtrail trim stage. As the identify suggests, this can be an off-road-oriented trim stage of the luxurious SUV.

The Overtrail comes with quite a lot of upgrades that make the GX extra adventure-ready. Firstly, the Overtrail will solely be accessible as a two-row automobile. This is finished to maximise cargo area enabling clients to make the most of the accessible area for tenting and off-road tools.

Also accessible on the Overtrail are some 18-inch wheels wrapped in 33-inch all-terrain Toyo tires. The tire dimension and tire sort are nice for this automobile and may elevate the skills of the GX in comparison with the outgoing mannequin. Worth mentioning is the truth that Lexus additionally gave the GX entrance and rear restoration hooks, skid plates, and bumpers that supply nice method and departure angles.

A 2024 Lexus GX Overtrail+ on the grass
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A 2024 Lexus GX Overtrail+ on the grass

Interestingly, the automobile is continually in 4 wheel drive because of the utilization of a middle differential. That heart diff may be locked to distribute equal energy to the entrance and rear axles within the occasion of slippage. A rear locker can be accessible as is crawl management and multi-terrain choose.

Finally, the Lexus GX sits on the same platform as the new Tundra, Tacoma, and Land Cruiser 300 series; due to this fact, unbiased entrance suspension paired with a strong coil sprung rear axle is anticipated. The GX options the identical engine because the stated fashions with energy figures sitting at 349 horsepower and 479 pound-feet of torque. This is a automobile that’s constructed for journey but additionally manages to sprinkle an excellent quantity of luxurious on prime.

RELATED: The One Thing That The 2024 Lexus GX Missed Out On

The Most Impressive Feature About The New GX Is The Design

2024 Lexus GX Overtrail brown
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A entrance 3/4 shot of a 2024 Lexus GX Overtrail 

Some producers have gone again to old-school seems to be. Old college is extremely scorching proper now. Vintage 4x4s are promoting at loopy value tags and every time a producer comes up with a brand new automotive that’s barely extra angular and boxier than the remaining, the world appears to go loopy.

Of course, there isn’t any downside with that. Angular and boxy 4x4s do look higher as they’re extra purposeful and aggressive. The Lexus GX is proof of this as its design is probably essentially the most talked about trait of the automobile.

At first look, the spindle grille on the brand new GX is damaged up by a body-colored decrease portion that helps make it a bit extra refined in comparison with different Lexus SUVs. The headlights have the traditional Lexus “L” motif that on this occasion compliments the angular design of the automobile properly. Talking in regards to the angular design, the brand new GX has angles and sharp curves all over the place.

The hood bulges at both sides, there’s a distinctive kink beneath the rear home windows (that is harking back to the outdated Defender), and the meaty all-terrain tires, absolutely embrace the GX’s outdoorsy character. In the rear, the boxy design continues with sharp strains across the taillights. A big gentle bar that makes its means throughout the automobile additional exaggerates the width of the brand new GX.

Rear end of a 2024 Lexus GX Overtrail+
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Rear finish of a 2024 Lexus GX Overtrail+

But wait, there’s extra. The outdated GX used to have a relatively bizarre slim and tall design that made it look a bit tippy. This isn’t the case with the brand new automobile as it’s each longer and wider. Wheelbase is now 1120 inches and width has now grown by 4.5 inches.

The most enjoyable a part of the design, nevertheless, is the colour Lexus determined to launch the Overtrail in. It is known as Earth and has a sandy/earthy colour to it that screams journey and is actually not anticipated to return from Lexus. That being stated, that is nonetheless a luxurious automotive; due to this fact, it breaks up the Earth colour through the use of a two-tone design with a gloss black roof and door handles. The fender flares are additionally black however aren’t shiny which is a good suggestion as mat black gained’t present off-road scratches as a lot.

RELATED: Does The 2024 Lexus GX Give Us Clues About The Upcoming U.S.-Bound Toyota Land Cruiser?

The Interior Fits The Exterior Of The Vehicle Perfectly

2024 Lexus GX Interior
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Interior shot of the 2024 Lexus GX dashboard

Inside, the brand new GX is a fabulous mix of butch and rugged with luxurious and cozy. The seats, for instance, now have an adjustable thigh cushion which was lacking from the outdated automobile. Even extra impressively, the choice of massaging seats is now accessible. Imagine cruising by means of the powerful trails of Moab Utah whereas getting a therapeutic massage in your Lexus. That can be insane!

The new GX additionally presents a 21-speaker Mark Levinson sound system, a heads-up show, and Toyota’s newest infotainment system. Thankfully, Lexus has retained bodily buttons for the most typical controls. This makes the infotainment system simple to regulate even when bouncing round off-road or whereas sporting gloves.

The better part in regards to the inside is likely to be the truth that it follows the design of the outside. It is blocky and upright which differentiates it from the interiors of most fashionable SUVs. When being round or contained in the GX you’re feeling that it was constructed for a sure function and that function is protecting lengthy distances over harsh terrain in consolation and luxurious.

If you have an interest in getting your arms on a GX it is possible for you to to take action by early 2024. This is a succesful and opulent SUV; due to this fact, prices are expected to be similar to models like the Land Rover Discovery.

Hyundai Verna vs Honda City vs Volkswagen Virtus vs Skoda Slavia: Space & Practicality Comparison

All four models have some benefits of their own, but let’s find out which one offers the better combination of space, practicality and comfort to its passengers

Hyundai Verna, Honda City, Volkswagen Virtus & Skoda Slavia

Hyundai launched the sixth-generation Verna earlier this year and with the launch of the new Verna, we thought we should compare it to all its key rivals: the Honda City, Volkswagen Virtus and Skoda Slavia.

While ZigWheels, our partner website, has done a ride and handling comparison of these four sedans, we have taken the approach of comparing the space, comfort and practicality that each of these models offer. To know which one gets the heart racing the most, check out the story on ZigWheels

Looks

Volkswagen Virtus

When it comes to looks and road presence, all models have a defining style of their own. The Virtus brings a sporty look to the segment with its sleek and timeless design. The sleek headlights and the thin grille complimented by the muscular rear give the Virtus an eye-catching road presence. 

Skoda Slavia

The Slavia, though a platform twin to the Virtus, has a completely different appeal. With the signature Skoda grille and bonnet design, the Slavia has a more upright and rugged road presence than the others.

Hyundai Verna

The Verna’s design language is an acquired taste, due to the new fascia, especially the spanning LED DRLs, which might be something you don’t agree with but it will surely grow on you. That said, the sleek cuts on its side and the rear profile look great and the Hyundai sedan gets an overall sporty road presence like the Virtus.

Honda City

Lastly, the Honda City with its slightly tweaked design comes with a much simpler overall look. It’s not too sporty nor too elegant but sits somewhere in between, and manages to show a more premium overall road presence.

Dimension-wise, the Hyundai Verna is not the biggest in the segment but it is the widest, has the longest wheelbase and is bigger in all dimensions than its previous generation. Overall, though, the Honda City is the longest of all and Virtus and Slavia hold the mantle for height.

Interiors

Hyundai Verna Front Seats

Hyundai Verna: The new-gen Verna offers a low height for the driver seat, for a sporty driving position. These seats are long, comfortable but a bit narrow which will be felt by drivers with a larger frame. And to top it all off, the Verna is the only one in this segment which offers a power-adjustable driver seat (slide and recline), which adds to its convenience.

The cabin gives a sporty feel with average quality plastics and a minimalistic design. But even with the low driving position, you will get good visibility while driving.

Honda City Front Seats

Honda City: The City offers a higher driving position than the Verna, and it is easier to find your perfect driving position due to a longer range for adjustment. The seats here are the most comfortable, softest and the widest of all four, but are not as supportive as the Verna. 

When it comes to the feel of the cabin, the City sets a benchmark. It offers premium quality plastics, high quality materials, an airy cabin and an overall elegant feel. And since the seats are positioned a little higher than the Verna, it also offers better visibility.

Volkswagen Virtus Front Seats

Volkswagen Virtus: While the Virtus has a sporty cabin feel, it is not as sporty as the Verna. You get a low driving position similar to the Verna and it’s easy to find your preferred driving position. With the Virtus, you get firm cushioning for the front seats which is better for long drives, these seats are the most comfortable of all but are a little narrow.

The cabin feels simple and driver-focused but the quality of plastics and materials used in the Virtus are not as good as on the Verna or City. And due to the higher position of the dashboard and the low position of the seating, the visibility is not as good as the Verna or the City either.

Skoda Slavia Front Seats

Skoda Slavia: The Slavia gets the same seat position and comfort as the Virtus and the visibility is similar to the Volkswagen sedan as well. Here, unlike the Virtus, you get a more sophisticated cabin with light upholstery which makes it a little more airy. 

But while the quality of materials is the same as the Virtus, some elements like the rattling bronze element on the dashboard and on the AC vents make the Slavia feel a little behind compared to the rest of the models in this comparison.

Features

Common Features: All four compact sedans are equipped with features like tilt and telescopic steering adjustment, leatherette upholstery, digital driver’s display, sunroof, automatic climate control and a touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. These features go on to prove that compact sedans are not just spacious cars as they used to be, but they are now also well-equipped with features and even give strong competition to the compact SUV segment.

Hyundai Verna Cabin

Hyundai Verna: In a segment first, you get switchable controls for the climate control and infotainment which are easy and intuitive to use. Also, they remove a clutter of buttons to make the layout look simpler, but we still prefer having separate controls for audio — which are now a dying breed. 

Hyundai Verna Powered Driver Seat With Manual Height Adjust

Other features include other segment firsts like powered driver seat, hinglish voice commands, heated and ventilated seats and ambient lighting for both the dashboard and doors. But the Hyundai sedan gets some silly misses as well. It gets powered driver seats but height adjustment is still manual, the top-spec variants with the bigger 10.25-inch display do not get wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay (which is there on the lower variants), and there are not many customisation options for the digital driver’s display. 

With all of these features, the Verna has the most balanced feature ist in the segment. 

Honda City Cabin

Honda City: The Honda City gets a lot of features from the base variant like an 8-inch touchscreen information display with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, steering-mounted controls, steering adjustment, automatic climate control, driver seat height adjustment and a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS). These features might not be on par with the other models but are enough to give the Honda City a premium cabin feel.

Honda City Wireless Phone Charger & Cupholders

Honda also offers ADAS features from the second-to-base variants, it gets a partially digital driver’s display with a good execution and all windows get one touch up and down function for ease of use. The City misses out on USB ports for the rear seat passengers and instead, you get two 12V charging ports which is something that takes you back a couple of years, it does not get ventilated seats and the placement of the wireless phone charger is not well thought out in the non-hybrid variants, so you can either use the wireless charger or the cupholders, not both at the same time.

The Honda City, while not as well equipped as the other models in the segment, takes a step ahead of its competitors in terms of safety.

Skoda Slavia/ Volkswagen Virtus: Both these sedans get a similar feature list. They come with a big digital driver’s display with loads of customisation options that allow you to see a lot of information in one place. They both have seat height adjustment for both the driver and front passenger and 60:40 folding rear seats which are not offered on the other models in the segment. Also, there is a good spring action for their boot for ease of use and this boot opens up automatically if you accidentally leave the keys inside while placing luggage. 

Skoda Slavia Rear Drum Brakes

While all these features are very good, there are some that are not: the video quality on the rear parking camera is subpar on both that should have been better for the price of the car, and with a powerful 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine, rear disc brakes could have been a nice addition.

Both the Vitrus and Slavia get a good set of features. While there are some that could have been implemented in a better way, the overall feature-rich cabin makes up for the misses. Even in terms of safety, both models do not offer ADAS features, but their 5-star Global NCAP ratings make them the safety offerings in the segment.

Rear Seats

Moving on from the front seats, let’s see what these sedans offer for the rear seats passengers and find out which one offers the most space for three passengers in the back. 

Hyundai Verna Rear Seats

Hyundai Verna: The Verna has the most comfortable rear seat in the segment. The backrest is at a good angle but you don’t get a head rest for the middle passenger. In the Verna, you get good headroom, kneeroom, footroom and underthigh support for three passengers, and adults up to six feet tall will sit easily. 

Honda City Rear Seats

Honda City: The City’s rear seats are less comfortable than the Verna. Here, you get flat seats, which are good as you can stretch, but you end up sitting more upright which is less comfortable for long journeys. The City offers good space for three passengers, while there is less headroom, knee room and underthigh support than the Verna. But it does offer good footroom and shoulder room, so you don’t feel cramped.

Volkswagen Virtus/ Skoda Slavia: Here you get supportive seats that are at an upright angle. The Virtus offers a headrest of the middle passenger but the rear seats and the headrests protrude outwards a little. For three passengers, it offers good knee room, foot room and good underthigh support, but its headroom and shoulder room is less than that of the Verna.

Boot Space

When talking about space, how can we not mention boot space? All these sedans come with enough boot space to carry your luggage for a long trip. But the question is, which one is most practical.

Boot Space

Hyundai Verna

Volkswagen Virtus/ Skoda Slavia

Honda City

528 litres

521 litres

506 litres

Hyundai Verna Boot Space

On paper, the Verna has the biggest boot space of all. But when it comes to stuffing your luggage, you’ll notice the subwoofer on the roof of the boot does not allow you to stack two hard bags. But since it is a lot deeper than the others, there is still a lot of space left in front even after stuffing five bags.

The Virtus and Slavia have the same boot space which is not much smaller than that of the Verna. But their roof is free of any obstruction so it becomes easier to place your luggage.

Honda City Boot Space

Lastly we have the City, which on paper has the least boot space here, but it is still enough to keep five bags easily and there is still some space left in the front and sides.

Practicality

All these models offer similar cabin storage in terms of practicality. You get bottle holders on all doors and cupholders in the centre console. There are centre armrests in all which make the drive comfortable. There is space under the front armrest and glove compartments are spacier enough for documents and other knick-knacks.

Honda City Front Seat Back Pocket

But there are some features unique to each model. While the City does not get USB charging ports in the back, the pockets behind the front seats have small dedicated places for your phone and documents. The Slavia also has a dedicated pocket to keep your phone, and the Verna has a popout cup holder in the centre console.

Price and Verdict

Hyundai Verna, Honda City, Volkswagen Virtus & Skoda Slavia

Price

Hyundai Verna

Honda City

Volkswagen Virtus

Skoda Slavia

Rs 10.90 lakh to Rs 17.38 lakh

Rs 11.49 lakh to Rs 15.97 lakh

Rs 11.48 lakh to Rs 18.57 lakh

Rs 11.39 lakh to Rs 18.68 lakh

* All prices ex-showroom Delhi

As you can see from the table, the Verna is the most affordable. But these prices are introductory and will be increased in the coming months. However, for these prices, you are getting the most comfortable cabin and a good overall driving experience. The Honda City offers a much simpler experience but gets an airy cabin and the best quality materials, making it the safer choice and the Virtus-Slavia duo give you a choice of either a sporty (Virtus) or an butch (Slavia) experience. 

Also Read: Hyundai Verna Turbo-petrol DCT Fuel Efficiency: Real vs Claimed

So which one is the best? Well that’s not for us to decide. Based on this space and practicality comparison, let us know which one you would prefer and why, in the comments below.

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