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2024 Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 Coupe Launched, Priced At Rs 1.85 Crore

February 1, 2024 Prafful Singh

While the outside and inside see slight beauty enhancements, the efficiency SUV-coupe has retained the identical powertrain making 435 PS

The AMG GLE 53 Coupe is the sportier different of the usual GLE SUV.
Exterior revisions over the pre-facelift AMG Coupe SUV embrace up to date lighting parts and a couple of new paint choices.
Cabin sports activities AMG-specific seat upholstery, Mercedes’ newest steering wheel, and totally different theme choices.
Features on board embrace twin 12.3-inch shows, panoramic sunroof, and multi-zone local weather management.
Comes with the identical 3-litre twin-turbo petrol engine placing out 435 PS and 560 Nm with 48V mild-hybrid help.

After bringing the facelifted Mercedes-Benz GLE to India in late 2023, the German marque has now launched its up to date and sportier model, the AMG GLE 53 Coupe, too. It is accessible in a single variant priced at Rs 1.85 crore (ex-showroom pan-India).

Sporty By Design

Like earlier than, the AMG avatar of the Mercedes-Benz GLE continues with its trendy SUV coupe physique model (the usual GLE is a straight-up SUV). The facelifted AMG GLE 53 comes with up to date parts for the LED DRLs and the decrease portion of the entrance bumper has been tweaked as nicely. Another small revision is that the facelifted AMG GLE 53 Coupe will get the ‘AMG’ emblem as a substitute of the Mercedes-Benz star on the hood.

In profile, it has 21-inch 5-twin-spoke models as customary whereas there’s additionally an choice of larger 22-inch solid 10-twin-spoke alloy wheels. It additionally will get revised LED taillights. The sportier SUV-coupe can also be obtainable in two new paint choices: Alpine Grey Uni and Sodalite Blue Metallic.

Minimal Changes Inside The Cabin

The German marque has given the 2024 AMG GLE 53 Coupe two cabin theme choices: Bahia Brown and Black, andMacchiato Beige and Black. Other vital updates on the within embrace the most recent AMG-specific steering wheel (additionally obtainable in a carbon fibre end) and refreshed seat upholstery.

Also Read: Mercedes-Benz GLA Facelift Launched In India, Priced From Rs 50.50 Lakh

Features And Safety Tech On Board

The trendy efficiency SUV-coupe from Mercedes is loaded with options resembling a panoramic sunroof, heated entrance seats, a 13-speaker 590W Burmester sound system, twin 12.3-inch digital shows (one for infotainment and the opposite for instrumentation), a heads-up show, and 4-zone local weather management.

The AMG GLE 53 Coupe’s security package packs a number of airbags, a 360-degree digital camera, digital stability programme (ESP), and blind spot help.

What’s Under The Hood?

There are not any adjustments to the powertrain of the AMG GLE 53 Coupe. It continues to be provided with a 3-litre, twin-turbo 6-cylinder inline petrol engine with a 48V mild-hybrid setup paired to a 9-speed dual-clutch computerized transmission. While the facility output stays the identical at 435 PS, torque output will get a slight bump as much as 560 Nm, whereas the 48V help presents further increase of 20 PS and 200 Nm. The AMG GLE 53 Coupe comes with all-wheel drive (AWD) after all, permitting for a 0-100 kmph dash time of simply 5 seconds. It additionally will get AMG-specific exhaust, braking and journey management.

It additionally will get adaptive suspension with variable dampening relying on the drive mode to modify between snug and sporty drive setups.

AMG GLE 53 Coupe Rivals

The Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 Coupe takes on the Porsche Cayenne Coupe and BMW X5 M in India.

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Mazda Just Gave the 2024 MX-5 Miata A Ton Of Useful Updates

January 26, 2024 Prafful Singh

For its ninth yr in manufacturing, Mazda is freshening the MX-5 Miata. Both the soft-top and metal-roof RF get a slight facelift and a number of very welcome mechanical, beauty, and know-how upgrades. Along with them, the brand new “ND3” Miata brings a slight value enhance for all fashions.

Here’s how pricing compares to final yr’s mannequin:

Model	2024 Price	2023 Price
MX-5 Sport	$30,150	$29,215
MX-5 Club	$33,650	$32,715
MX-5 Grand Touring	$35,450	$34,215
MX-5 Club RF	$41,375	$40,115
MX-5 Grand Touring RF	$38,175	$37,215

Note: These costs embody a supply price of $1,165. The supply price for Alaska is $1,210. If you are an Alaskan Miata purchaser, good on you.

We’ll cope with the mechanical modifications first, as a result of frankly, that is what’s most enjoyable. All 2024 MX-5 Miata fashions get a brand new steering rack with diminished inner friction and a brand new tune for the ability steering system. Mazda says the modifications lead to “smoother steering action with a more defined ‘on-center’ feeling for relaxed freeway cruising, yet greater precision as the front tires are loaded up under hard cornering.” All sounds good to us.

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2024 Royal Enfield Himalayan Pre-Production Bike Tested by Itchy Boots

October 13, 2023 David

Itchy Boots, a moto traveler and YouTuber, recently made it to Ladakh in the northernmost part of India after a brief delay caused by an injury. While on her travels, she took the opportunity to test ride a pre-production 2024 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 or 452. Although the exact naming convention is still up for debate, the bike is set to be officially launched in November.

Currently, Itchy Boots hasn’t been provided with any official specifications for the bike and has agreed to withhold her full riding impressions until later in her series. However, she does share some important observations about the bike in the video.

The video provides a comprehensive look at the bike and offers more insights than the previously released teaser images. The graphic scheme on the pre-production bike is the same as the one seen in the photos and has received positive reviews. The tank design is curvier and chunkier compared to the previous Himalayan model.

The cockpit features a single large, round gauge that displays all the essential rider information. Unlike previous models, the Tripper Navigation system is now integrated into the main gauge. The navigation section takes up about two-thirds of the screen, while the rest displays speed, gear indicator, and tachometer. It’s uncertain whether the gauge is configurable to suit individual preferences.

The new Himalayan’s single-cylinder engine delivers an impressive sound. Although Itchy Boots can’t disclose the exact power, she mentions that it feels more powerful than the previous model. As someone who has extensively traveled on a first-gen Royal Enfield Himalayan, she is well-suited to test the new bike’s capabilities. She also notes that the suspension handles the weight of both herself and her luggage well on the mountain roads, including paved and off-road sections.

We eagerly await Itchy Boots’ further adventures with this bike and her real-world performance assessment. Meanwhile, enjoy the clear sound of the engine thumping away in the video.

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2024 Nissan Sentra Priced From $21,725, Up $430 From Last Year

September 24, 2023 Prafful Singh

The 2024 model year brings several significant changes and a slight price increase for Nissan’s Sentra. Now in its eighth generation, the car has been updated with refreshed styling, improved fuel economy, and a price that is $430 higher than the 2023 model.

The Sentra lineup consists of three trim levels. The base S is priced at $21,725, which includes $1,095 for destination fees. The mid-level SV starts at $22,655 and offers an optional SV Premium Package that adds features such as an eight-speaker Bose sound system and integrated side-mirror turn signals. At $24,815, the top-level SR comes with dark chrome trim and 18-inch wheels. Inside, the SR features heated front seats and a red-orange stitching accent reminiscent of the Altima SR and Frontier PRO-X.

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These Were The Most Sought-after Cars In June 2023

July 5, 2023 Prafful Singh

The list featured the same cars in the top five rankings as seen in May 2023, with a slight shuffling in their order

The list of best-selling cars for June 2023 is now out. From the 15 models mentioned below, 10 witnessed sales over 10,000 units. However, a majority of them experienced a decline when their year-on-year (YoY) figures are considered.

Here’s the entire list:

Model	June 2023	June 2022	May 2023
Maruti Wagon R	17,481	19,190	16,258
Maruti Swift	15,955	16,213	17,346
Hyundai Creta	14,447	13,790	14,449
Maruti Baleno	14,077	16,103	18,733
Tata Nexon	13,827	14,295	14,423
Hyundai Venue	11,606	10,321	10,213
Maruti Alto	11,323	13,790	9,368
Tata Punch	10,990	10,414	11,124
Maruti Brezza	10,578	4,404	13,398
Maruti Grand Vitara	10,486	–	8,877
Maruti Eeco	9,354	10,130	12,818
Maruti Dzire	9,322	12,597	11,315
Mahindra Bolero	8,686	7,884	8,170
Mahindra Scorpio	8,648	4,131	9,318
Maruti Ertiga	8,422	10,423	10,528

Also Read: A Pair Of Icons: Amitabh Bachchan Seen Driving A Mahindra Thar

Takeaways

One of the usual table-toppers, the Maruti Wagon R, witnessed total sales of close to 17,500 units. While its month-on-month (MoM) number went up, its YoY figure plummeted by 9 percent.
The Maruti Swift stood second for another consecutive month, this time with cumulative sales of nearly 16,000 units.

Taking the final spot on the podium was the Hyundai Creta, therefore the best selling SUV of June 2023. With almost 14,450 units sold, it surpassed the Maruti Baleno by 300-odd units whose sales stood just over 14,000.
The Tata Nexon moved neither up nor down on the sales chart compared to its May 2023’s ranking (read fifth spot), although it did record a drop in sales by around 600 units. Do note that these figures also include sales of the Nexon EV Prime and Max.

Following Tata’s sub-4m SUV were the Hyundai Venue and Maruti Alto, both with sales falling in the 11,000- to 12,000-unit range. Both enjoyed MoM growth. The Hyundai SUV’s sales also includes the numbers of the Hyundai Venue N Line.
While the Tata Punch’s YoY sales went up by approximately 600 units, its MoM number saw a marginal drop of 100-odd units.

The Maruti Brezza’s YoY sales shot up by a whopping 140 percent to breach the 10,500 sales mark, but dropped in MoM figures. The YoY spike is likely down to the drop in the production of the previous model while leading into the introduction of the more premium and loaded second-gen model of the SUV in June 2022.
With up to 10,500 units dispatched of the Maruti Grand Vitara in June 2023, it was the last car on this list whose sales went beyond the 10,000-unit mark, and not far behind its more affordable sibling.

Next up were the Maruti Eeco and Maruti Dzire, with the two having a difference of barely 30-odd units in their June sales. The sub-4m sedan was also the worst affected model on the list in terms of YoY numbers.
The bottom three spots on this list were taken by the Mahindra Bolero, Mahindra Scorpio and Maruti Ertiga, respectively, with their sales in the 8,000- to 9,000-unit territory. The Scorpio’s numbers are inclusive of figures for both the Mahindra Scorpio Classic and Mahindra Scorpio N.

Also Read: Maruti Eeco: Good At Doing What It Does Best

2024 Kia Telluride: New Running Lights and Price Increase

June 27, 2023 Prafful Singh

The 2024 Kia Telluride is set to hit the market with a modest increase in pricing across its different trims. The base model LX, which is front-wheel drive, will start at $37,355 (all 2024 prices include the $1,365 destination charge). On the other end, the top-tier SX-Prestige X-Pro trim will have a price tag of $54,550. Limited inventory of the 2024 Telluride will be available this month.

Kia has made some minor styling changes to the 2024 Telluride, resulting in a more rugged and refined appearance. However, these tweaks may not be immediately evident. One notable addition is the inclusion of amber daytime running lights across all models of the SUV. In the X-Line and X-Pro trims, Kia has replaced the dark metallic trim on the bumpers, lower door garnish, grille surround, and headlight bezels with a sleek black gloss finish.

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