Comparison test: Audi Q2 vs BMW X1 vs Volvo XC40
Simran Rastogi Updated: January 12, 2021, 10:38 AM IST
The newest Audi in the country, the Q2, finds itself in a bit of a sticky situation. It s the most accessible Audi in the country but for its size and what it offers, can t really be called affordable. Audi says they ve brought it in as a CBU to gauge demand, and base a decision on whether to locally assemble it here later on how it does - but it s smaller than the erstwhile Q3, and more expensive than the Q3 s last recorded price. Heck, in its top Technology trim, it s creeping up on SUVs like the Mercedes-Benz GLC, a whole segment above!
Comparison test: Hyundai Grand i10 Nios vs Maruti Suzuki Swift AMT
Simran Rastogi Updated: October 10, 2019, 09:21 PM IST
With the all-new Grand i10 Nios, Hyundai hopes to leave a mark in the small hatchback segment, where Maruti Suzuki s Swift rules roost with the highest sales. No doubt thanks to its sporty design, spacious cabin and efficient powertrains. Hyundai would have to bring everything they ve got to have a chance, then.
But, in typical Hyundai fashion, a fully-loaded petrol automatic isn t available something that Maruti realised people wanted, and remedied with the (expensive) Swift ZXi+ last year, though they didn t have a car to lend us for this shoot which is why you see a lower variant here. The highest spec automatic Nios you can have, however, is a Sportz variant, and the Asta is the one that gets most of the headline features. Does that hurt th
Exclusive comparison test: 2020 Skoda Karoq vs VW T-Roc
Simran Rastogi Updated: August 18, 2020, 03:55 PM IST
It s the two SUVs you never really knew you needed but suddenly find yourself wanting, for no reason other than perhaps that they re both from premium brands, command a premium over the other SUVs that are technically their rivals and are full-imports into the country. Maybe it s even the fact that these CBUs have been limited to just 1,000 units each at this point, guaranteeing exclusivity no matter which way you pick. Under the skin, they re essentially the same riding on the VW Group s modern and modular MQB platform, powered by 1.5-litre TSI EVO engines mated to 7-speed DSG automatics, and only available in a front-wheel drive format. Not to forget, that they re both offered in one fully-loaded variant. Given the similarities, just how different can the
Gemopai Astrid Lite Road Test Review
Aditya Jadhav Updated: January 27, 2020, 08:11 PM IST
I have been concerned about electric drivetrains replacing the I.C engines. That s not much of a worry as much as the phasing out of I.C engines altogether. So far, we ve been observing a top-down approach in the car industry with Hyundai Kona stepping in the market last year and the Tata Nexon EV and MG s ZS EV launching soon. However, the motorcycle and scooter industry saw a different approach. The manufacturers are offering a substitute commute for families who would usually opt for a petrol-powered small capacity scooter. Times have changed and products like Ather 450 and the recently launched Bajaj Chetak, and the most recent TVS iQube - are toe to toe with the I.C engine powered scooters.
2020 Hero Passion Pro BSVI road test review
Aditya Chatterjee Updated: October 09, 2020, 02:57 PM IST
Dal is one of the easiest Indian preparations and does not take much time to prepare. However, as simple as it can look, it is the right ingredients and their proportions that make a huge difference. The 100-110cc segment of commuter motorcycles is just like that. While it might appear the simplest form of a motorcycle, getting it right is a tough task, especially when you consider the huge volumes sold in the country.
The Passion Pro has always been one of the popular motorcycles in the 100-110cc commuter segment