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Kia design boss: “the post-SUV is coming”

In recent months, many brands have suggested that the traditional SUV’s days may be numbered. These upright, two-box vehicles, favored by regular drivers but often criticized by car enthusiasts, are facing reconsideration due to the increasing importance placed on aerodynamic efficiency and sustainability. Despite this, the demand for SUVs remains high.

Kia’s design chief, Karim Habib, is open to exploring new possibilities: “We will try different things,” he says. “I believe there are more efficient ways to utilize space.” With the elimination of the transmission tunnel and engine bay on the horizon, interior design can take a completely new direction. In the near future, cars no longer need to be the same size and shape to provide comparable utility and comfort.

“I personally believe that you can create really cool vans,” Habib remarks. He offers the rakish Carnival, not available in the UK, as an example of a “cool” and “desirable” take on the traditional MPV. Meanwhile, Habib emphasizes that technological progress must be evident in SUVs for them to survive. It’s not about the specific typology, but rather, what it represents.

Kia’s design lessons from Land Rover

While it may seem unthinkable, Kia finds design inspiration from Land Rover. Habib points out the EV9’s simplistic lines and minimalist details as evidence. “There’s something really nice about these authentic, honest, boxy SUVs,” he states. Habib admires the enduring appeal of the Land Rover Defender, both old and new, for its cool factor.

Motorsport

New Renault Master Spied With Less Camouflage And Combustion Engine

The next-generation Renault Master has been in development for several months and two prototypes have already been spotted during the early testing phase. Recent shots of the French company’s workhorse reveal that progress has been made. Additionally, the van has now been relocated to southern Europe for hot weather testing.

For those unfamiliar, the Master is Renault’s largest light commercial vehicle. It has been in production in its current form since 2010 and has also been available under the badges of Nissan, Opel, and Vauxhall. The brand-new successor is currently undergoing early evaluations on European roads. The vehicle appears to feature a production body, although the lights may still be placeholders. It’s worth noting that the Renault Master is not sold in the United States, but it has been available in South America with local production in Brazil.


Featured

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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