The all-new Maruti Suzuki Ertiga has become extremely popular in the Indian market after it was launched last year. Based on the HEARTECT platform, the all-new Maruti Suzuki Ertiga has become bigger in size and looks quite good. In fact, the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is the best-selling car in the segment by a good margin and there are not many examples of the car in the used car market too. Since the car was launched only last year, not many are willing to sell it in the market too. However, we have found a barely used example of the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga in the used car market, which is only a few months old and the asking price is Rs 1.5 lakhs cheaper than the brand-new model.

This Maruti Suzuki Ertiga for sale is located in Hyderabad, Telangana. It is the top-end ZDI+ variant that comes with all the features. The seller is quoting Rs 12.5 lakhs for the car, which only a few months old. The real reason for selling the vehicle is not known though. It should be noted that a brand-new Maruti Suzuki Ertiga in Hyderabad will cost you Rs 13.97 lakh, which makes it Rs 1.47 lakhs cheaper than the new model. Also, the car has done only 7,500 km on the odometer, which literally makes it a brand-new vehicle. The car was bought in March 2019, which makes it 8 months old.

Since this is only a few months old, the new owner will be able to enjoy quite a few benefits like OEM-warranty, roadside assistance and other benefits that are only available with a new car. This will ensure that any defect in the vehicle is covered under the warranty and will make the owner experience worry-free.

The pictures of the car show that there are no scratches on the body of the vehicle and also there are no dents. However, we cannot confirm if the body is still in the showroom condition without any micro-scratches on it. The advertisement for the vehicle also mentions that the vehicle has never been involved in an accident. The car is available with comprehensive insurance.

The all-new Maruti Suzuki Ertiga ZDI+ is powered by a 1.3-litre diesel engine option that generates a maximum power of 89 Bhp and peak torque of 200 Nm. It gets the SHVS mild hybrid system that increases the fuel efficiency by a great deal. As per the ARAI certificate, the Maruti Suzuki 1.3 SHVS returns a maximum of 25.47 km/l of fuel efficiency, which is quite good. It sure looks like a great deal for the buyers who are looking for the seven-seater vehicle at a discounted price. For more details, you can contact the seller directly.

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Tata Motors has added the digital instrument cluster to the top-end variants of the Tata Tiago and the Tata Tigor in the Indian market. The manufacturer has silently added the new feature and the cars with the all-digital instrument cluster have started to arrive at the dealerships too!

The new instrument cluster comes alongside the launch of the all-new S-Presso and Renault Kwid facelift, which have a digital instrument cluster. The XZA+ variant of the Tata Tiago and Tata Tigor will offer the unique all-digital instrument cluster. All other variants will come with the regular twin-pod intrument cluster. Interestingly, the price of both the vairants remian unchanged even after the addition of the new feature. The Tata Tiago XZA+ petrol is priced at Rs 6.7 lakhs while the Tata Tigor XZA+ is priced at Rs 7.45 lakhs. It should be noted that XZA+ variant is only available with the petrol engine option.

The new digital instrument cluster is shaped in a trapezoidal form and is a monochrome unit. It means that it only displays a single colour. The new digital instrument cluster shows a lot of information and has two seperate level indicators on each flank that displays the fuel level and the tachometer, which indicates the engine RPM of the car. Apart from these two level indicators, the instrument cluster has a multi-information display that displays critical information like average fuel economy, distance-to-empty, dual trip meter, odometer and a clock display. The central part of the instrument cluster gets a big speedometer. The temperature guage is also positioned near to the fuel gauge of the new instrument cluster.

The addition of the digital instrument cluster is the only change in the car. Everything else remains exactly the same. The dashboard gets a 7.0-inch touchscreen instrument cluster with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It also gets an 8-speaker surround system from Harman, climate control system, steering-mounted audio controls, projector headlamps and driving modes that changes the engine tuning for favouring better fuel efficiency or power. The top-end variant of the Tata Tiago and Tata Tigor get safety features like dual airbags, ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors, driver and co-driver seatbelt warning system and speed warning system. The infotainment screen also works as a screen for the rear camera.

Also, engine options remain the same. Both the XZA+ variant of the Tigor and the Tiago come powered by a 1.2-litre petrol engine that develops a maximum power of 85 PS and peak torque of 114 Nm. It gets a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed AMT automatic transmission too. Both the vehicle also comes powered by a 1.05-litre diesel engine that generates a maximum power of 70 PS and peak torque of 140 Nm. It only gets a manual transmission.

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Renault launched the heavily facelifted version of the Kwid and the Kwid Climber today in the Indian market. With a starting price of Rs 2.83 lakhs, the Kwid has become one of the most affordable cars in the segment in the Indian market. Renault has officially released a television commercial with the launch of their new product and it looks quite youthful. Renault has started accepting the booking for the Kwid and the Climber at a payment of Rs 5,000. The deliveries are expected to begin soon.

Since the Kwid and the Kwid Climber are aimed at the young buyers, the TVC also echoes the same philosophy. The funky ad featuring the new Kwid Climber highlights the features and the new infotainment screen of the car. It sure looks quite interesting and different.

The new Kwid currently has eight different variants. The lowest variant is priced at Rs 2.83 lakhs while the most expensive Climber AMT is priced at Rs 4.84 lakhs. This makes the Kwid extremely affordable and much cheaper than the newly launched Maruti Suzuki S-Presso, which was launched yesterday at a price of Rs 3.69 lakhs.

The new Kwid looks quite interesting and is the first car to offer a split headlamp set-up in the segment. It gets a new grille up front and the extended part of the grille forms the DRLs and the turn indicators. The car also gets a brand-new grille and new bumpers and new skid plates that add a muscular look to the car. The main headlamp cluster is positioned way down the bumper, which gives it a look similar to the Tata Harrier. From the front, the Kwid looks similar to the Tata Harrier. The new Renault Kwid is available in Zanskar Blue, Fiery Red, Moonlight Silver, Ice Cool White, Outback Bronze and Electric Blue.

The cabin of the Renault Kwid also gets updated thoroughly. The dashboard now looks much more modern and gets an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system. The touchscreen system also gets Apple Carplay and Android Auto connectivity The car also gets a new steering wheel but there are no mounted buttons that can be used to control the infotainment system of the car. The AMT variants of the Kwid now get the rotary gear selector positioned in the middle of the front seats. Earlier, it was positioned on the dashboard of the car.

The top-end version of the car gets 14-inch alloy wheels, LED DRLs, manual AC and rear centre armrest too. The safety equipment includes a driver-side airbag, ABS+EBD, seatbelt reminder, seatbelt reminder for front passengers, speed alert system and a reverse parking system. The engine option of 0.8-litre and 1.0-litre petrol engine remains the same.

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MG Motors India made its foray into India with the Hector SUV earlier this year. As was being expected, the Hector became an instant success and the was sold in large numbers, so much so that the company had to shut bookings for it until recently. MG has now reopened the booking of the Hector but has also increased it price by a bit. As a result of the heavy demand this SUV is seeing, the waiting period of the Hector has shot up to 6 months. However, if you want to buy an MG Hector but the long waiting periods are holding you back, here is a barely used MG Hector that can be had yours almost instantly.

This Aurora Silver shade MG Hector has covered only 1,900 km according to its seller and was registered in July this year. That makes it around two months old and under 2,000 km, which basically means that this MG Hector is in showroom condition. It is being sold for Rs. 19.15 lakhs in Delhi and is the Sharp 1.5 DCT petrol variant which is the top-end petrol model. The on-road price of the MG Hector Sharp 1.5 DCT petrol in Delhi is Rs. 19.53 lakhs, which makes this one around 33,000 cheaper than a new model.

As already said, this one is the top-end petrol variant and hence comes equipped with a ton of features on the inside. The all-black cabin gets ambient lighting, panoramic sunroof, cooled glove box, fast-charging USB port, 8-speaker system with subwoofer, online real-time navigation, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, 7-inch MID, 6-airbags, push-button start-stop with smart key, remote car operation through a smartphone, PU leather seats, electrically 6-way adjustable driver seat, electric hand brake with the Automatic version and power-adjustable and foldable ORVM.

Safety features on the vehicle include ESP. TCS, VSM, Hold Hold Control, ABS, EBD, Brake Assist, and 4 airbags. Also, there is a large10.4-inch touchscreen system with internet connectivity is another major highlight of the vehicle. It gets the Artificial Intelligence-powered voice commands that can be used to control certain pre-defined functions on the car, including audio control and opening the windows among others by voice.

This variant comes powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine that pumps out 141 Bhp of power along with 250 Nm of torque. The motor comes mated to a 6-speed Dual-clutch transmission which ensures quick shift times. Since this one has only covered 1,900 km till date, the engine is still pretty new. All in all, this used MG Hector is a good buy for anyone who wants to skip the long waiting periods on the SUV and also save a few bucks while at it.

If interested, you can check out more details about this MG Hector and contact its owner here

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Mercedes-Benz is one of the most popular and respected automotive brands in the world and is known for its typical German engineered cars. Among the various cars the German marque offers in India, the C-Class is one of the best selling ones. The luxury sedan rivals the likes of the BMW 3-Series, Jaguar XE, and the Audi A4 among others in its segment. Despite being on the lower price spectrum of Mercedes-Benz’s model lineup in India, the C-Class can set you back by around Rs. 47 lakhs. However, if you really want to buy a Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan but have money enough only for buying a Maruti Suzuki Swift, here is a used example of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class that can be had yours for less than the price of a Maruti Suzuki Swift. That’s right, this dark grey C-Class sedan is being offered for just Rs. 5.20 lakhs, which is less than the on-road price of even the base variant of the Maruti Suzuki Swift.

As seen in the images here, the car looks well-maintained and there is no visible damage on the exteriors. It is a 2008 made model and is up for sale in Mumbai. According to its seller, this car has been used by only 1 owner till now. As for the odometer reading, it has covered a total distance of 1.04 lakh km to date. Talking about the variant, this Mercedes-Benz C-Class is the C200 Kompressor variant that and is equipped with an automatic transmission. The car seems to be in stock condition and still rides on the factory fitted alloys.

This 2008 model C200 Kompressor model is powered by a 1796cc, 4 Cylinders Inline petrol engine that churns out 178 Bhp of power at 5,600 rpm along with a maximum torque of 240 Nm at 3,500 rpm. The engine comes mated to a 5-speed automatic gearbox that sends power to the rear wheels. While his one may not be a very powerful engine, an advantage of that is that it is relatively fuel-efficient too.

The interiors are also in decent shape though they seem to be a bit outdated now. Nonetheless, the quality of materials used is top-notch on this car. While the Mercedes-Benz C-Class here offers a lot more than the Dzire and is priced way less than the top-end variant of the hatchback, a few important points to keep in mind are that the running and maintenance cost of this Mercedes cars will be substantially higher than the Swift. Therefore, go for them only if you can afford huge fuel bills and are ready to shell out a big sum on spare parts and maintenance compared to a Swift.

If interested, you can check more details about this car and contact its seller here.

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Maruti launched the S-Presso hatchback in India last week with prices starting from Rs. 3.69 lakhs. The hatchback feature an SUVish design and directly rivals the Renault Kwid. Maruti Suzuki offers 6 colour options with the S-Presso which include Solid Sizzle Orange, Pearl Starry Blue, Superior White, Solid Fire Red, Metallic Granite Grey and Metallic Silky Silver. The car is available in six variants, which are – Std, LXi, VXi, VXi AGS, VXi+ and VXI+ AGS. If you are interested in this latestest offering by Maruti Suzuki but are confused regarding the variant layout, here are the variant wise features of the S-Presso.

Maruti Suzuki S-Presso Standard

Price – Rs. 3.69 lakh

The most affordable S-Presso variant is the Standard (Std). It comes with features like C-shaped tail lights, 13-inch steel wheels, Digital Instrument cluster, Storage space at the front and rear, and body cladding. Safety features on this trim include Driver side airbag, ABS with EBD, Driver and Co-Driver Seatbelt reminder, reverse parking sensors, speed alert system.

Maruti Suzuki S-Presso LXi

Price – Rs. 4.05 lakh

Next up is the LXi variant which adds a few crucial features that are missing on the base variant. This includes Power steering and air conditioning along with Sun visor. Apart from these additions, the rest of the feature list remains identical to the Standard trim. As was the case with the Standard varaint, the LXi variant also rides on 13-inch steel wheels showd on with 140/80 tires.

Maruti Suzuki S-Presso VXi

Price – Rs. 4.24 lakh (MT), Rs. 4.67 lakh (AMT)

If you are considering to buy the S-Presso and intend to keep it with you for sometime as a daily run, we advise you to go for atleast the VXi variant as it comes with almost all the basic feautres and then some. Also, the VXi trim is available with both manual and AMT options. Additions on the exteriors in the VXi trim include Roof-mounted antenna, Body coloured bumpers, and 14-inch steel wheels with wheel covers. On the inside, this variant gets accessory socket, keyless entry, Smartplay dock, Bluetooth connectivity along with USB and Aux In port.

There are 2 speakers present on the VXi trim along with power windows up front. The digital instrument cluster gets added features like fuel consumption, Headlamp on warning, gear shift indicator (for the manual variant), gear position indicator for the AMT and distance to empty indicator. Note that the variants from VXi trim onwards deliver 21.7 kmpl compared to 21.4 kmpl on the Standard and the LXi variant due to the larger 14 inch wheels used on the higher variants.

Maruti Suzuki S-Presso VXi+

Price – Rs. 4.48 lakh (MT), Rs. 4.91 lakh (AMT)

The top of the line variant in the S-Presso lineup is the VXi+. It comes with several other features that are exclusive to this trim and make the S-Presso a decetnly equipped car. Additions and changes on the exteirors include Blacked out B-pillar, Body coloured ORVMs and outside door handles, and Coloured centre garnish.

A parcel tray has been added behind the rear seat and the ORVMs are internally adjustable on this trim. Further, it also gets Maruti Suzuki’s Smartplay Studio with Apple Carplay and Android Auto connectivity. The Smartplay Studio also offers features like low fuel warning, Door ajar warning and parking brake warning. Also on offer are steering mounted controls which is a segmetn first feature.

Note – The Maruti Suzuki S-Presso will also be available in the Optional (O) trims for the Std, LXi, VXi and VXi+ variants. These variants will come equipped with a passenger-side airbag and seat belt pre-tensioners and force limiters for the driver and co-driver.

All prices mentioned are ex-showroom, Delhi

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Skoda India is all set to work on its India 2.0 strategy under which the Czech manufacturer will launch several new models along with revamping the dealership network among other things. The company has now been merged with Volkswagen India and now it works as a single entity. With all these strategic developments in place, the latest news now is that Skoda will launch 4 new models in India before the end of 2020. The same was revealed by Zac Hollis, director, sales, service and marketing, Skoda Auto India Pvt Ltd while he spoke to livemint.

The four new cars we are talking about here are the Kamiq, Karoq (both SUVs), new Octavia, and the new Superb sedan. During the interview, Zac spoke about bringing four more new cars by end 2020, expanding the reach before India 2.0 cars come in; revise Skoda’s aftersales strategy for India, focus on SUVs to fuel future growth, dealer profitability and others. He added:

It is important that we keep the brand alive in the minds of the consumers and similarly, we have to give a clear business case to the dealers before the India 2.0 cars come in 2021. So we are launching five more cars including the Kodiaq Scout between now and the time when the India 2.0 cars come in. So four more new cars will come before the end of 2020 to keep the brand alive and make it financially viable for the dealers.

Among the four upcoming cars, some have already been revealed in the international markets and are on sale too. The current-gen Octavia proved to be a decent seller for Skoda India and therefore the company is likely to launch it in India soon. According to the latest inputs, the Skoda facelift will be launched on November 11 in Prague. This means that Skoda is likely to unveil the model in India during the upcoming Delhi Auto Expo with a launch following in the subsequent months. The car is based on an updated version of the MQB platform and features several design tweaks to make it look more modern. Skoda could also bring a mild hybrid powertrain to India apart from the regular engine options.

Coming to the Skoda Superb, the luxury sedan is likely to be launched sometime in between 2020. The new version of this luxury sedan features a sharper body design along with upgraded interiors. The engines are also boosted but it remains to be seen if Skoda continues with the same engines here or brings a few new options too. Talking about the Kamiq and the Karoq, both of them are SUVs with the former being a Hyundai Creta rival and the latter a Hyundai Tucson and Jeep Compass rival. Expect both of them to be showcased at the 2020 Delhi Auto Expo.

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Using sirens and flashers on the top of the vehicles are now illegal all through India. In fact, even the prime minister of the country is not allowed to put a flasher on the top of the official vehicle. However, there are many who openly flout the rule. Most of these rule-breakers are the policemen officials or government officials who flex their position in the administration and break the rules and getaway. However, this policeman in Almora, Uttrakhand was fined by the traffic cops for using the flashers and siren on the top of his personal vehicle.

The policeman from Uttar Pradesh was in his personal vehicle when he was fined. According to a report, the police officer from Badaun, Uttar Pradesh was in his personal Maruti Suzuki Dzire with 4-5 friends when the incident happened. The group of friends were in Uttrakhand on a holiday and were using the flasher and the siren on the top of the privately-registered vehicle.

The UK Police spotted the vehicle and stopped it near the tax stand of the Almora city. After the car was stopped by the cops, the driver of the vehicle came out and said that he is the senior inspector from Badaun, Uttar Pradesh. He also said that he is in the city on holiday. After an argument broke between the traffic cops called the City Patrol Unit (CPU). The Senior Inspector then said that they can move around with the flasher mounted on their car in UP without any problem. However, the UK Police argued and said that it is illegal to do so. The CPU then issued a fine of Rs 2,000 to the UP Police Senior Inspector.

It should be noted that in 2017, all the sirens were banned for use even for the VIPs in India. Following that, many ministers protested against the move but later, the cops started enforcing the rule strictly. Even the prime minister of India’s official vehicle is not allowed to have a siren on the top of the car. Only the emergency vehicles including the official police vehicles, army vehicles, ambulances and fire trucks are allowed to use the flashers and sirens on the top of the car.

Recently, the Rajasthan state government has announced that displaying the position or ranking of a person in the administration anywhere in the car is illegal. Also, Noida Police earlier issued thousands of fines to the motorists who displayed their surnames in the back of the vehicle. Such motorists with illegal sirens and flashers often get into road rage and even drive very roughly on the road. From 1st September, the new amended MV Act was implemented in India to bring down the number of accidents and force the motorists to follow the rules on the public roads.

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Tata Motors CEO Guenter Butschek minced no words while saying that corporate tax rate cut by the Indian government would not solve the current sales slowdown that the auto industry in India is facing. He also said that the corporate tax rate cut was a long overdue move from the government and that it would help in the medium to long term.

Here’s what he told FinancialTimes,

The corporate tax cut is nothing which is going to help us get out of the current situation. It was an overdue measure anyway, to improve the attractiveness of India to the manufacturing sector…I would rather take this as a mid- to long-term play. Everyone wanted to believe that this is just another crisis. Nobody wanted to believe that this could be a structural crisis which could last as long as [18 months].

Tata Motors’ sales have dropped 50 % in September 2019, a huge decline when compared to the same month last year. The GST council not cutting the rate of GST on vehicles could be a big reason why September 2019 sales didn’t pick up despite being bang in the middle of the festive season. Many buyers had deferred their purchases in anticipation of the GST rate cut, which never materialized. Passenger car sales were down to 8,097 units in September 2019, a massive decline from 18,429 that Tata Motors managed in September 2018. It’s the same story in the commercial vehicle segment, where Tata Motors managed 28,079 units in September 2019, another steep decline from 51,419 units in last September.

Mayank Pareek, the president of Tata Motors’ passenger vehicles business is hopeful of sales picking up in the rest of the festive season, and said that showrooms were seeing higher footfalls. Here are his comments,

Towards the end of the month, there was an encouraging response in terms of customer footfalls. The customers have responded well to our festive offers as reflected in 11% more retail in September 2019 compared with August. However, the industry continued to decline in September. Our focus continued to be on retail in line with our strategy of New Paradigm. In September 2019, our retail was 31% more than offtake as a result dealer stock came down by around 10%. During H1 of FY19, network stock has been reduced by 21%, lowest in last 10 quarters. This helped in rotation of dealer working capital and preparing the network for the upcoming festival season. 

Tata Motors is offering large discounts on almost all its cars sold in India including the recently launched Harrier SUV. Other Tata cars such as the Tiago, Tigor, Nexon, Hexa and Safari Storme are also selling at big discounts. Check out the exact discounts here.

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For us enthusiasts, regular cars don’t hold the same appeal as a powerful sports car or a vintage beauty or even a seasoned exotic. However, all of them are quite expensive and hence mostly out of the reach of most. Some of them are also quite rare and hence one may not be able to own it even if they have the money. For the same, we have brought 10 such used rare cars for enthusiasts to buy. Some of them are going for cheap and some of them are still quite expensive but are actually pretty rare to find. Take a look to see if any of these may enhance the pride of your garage.

1. Nissan 370Z at Rs. 32 lakhs

First on the list is this Punjab registered silver Nissan 370Z. It is powered by a V6 petrol engine that comes mated to an automatic transmission. The car hass covered around 14,000 km till date and hasn’t changed hands yet. To let you know, the Nissan 370Z is a proper budget sportscar and has a rich lineage behind it. If interested, you can check out more details about this car and contact its seller here.

2. Morris Oxford MO at Rs. 11.95 lakhs

Next on the list is this vintage beauty that is on sale in Mumbai. It is a 1952 made Morris Oxford MO that can be bought for Rs. 11.95 lakhs. The seller says that it was imported from UK back in the day and was recently given a full restoration. It has its Green Tax paid and its registration is valid till January 2021. The whole body has been given a new paintjob while the engine was completely rebuilt some time back. If interested, you can check out more details about this car and contact its seller here.

3. Toyota Cynos at Rs. 4.50 lakhs

Next up is this red Toyota Cynos that is available for sale in Bengaluru. It was never sold in India and therefore was imported here during its production run. It is a 2002 made model and is being offered for Rs. 4.50 lakhs. This two door coupe was a yesteryears sports car come equipped with an automatic transmission. According to its seller, its a distress sale which is the reason for its low price. It has competed around 56,000 km and is with its fourth owner. If interested, you can check out more details about this car and contact its seller here.

4. Rolls Royce Silver Shadow at Rs. 67.67 lakhs

This 1974 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow I, which was also called the Silver Wraith II, is available for sale in Mumbai. Priced at Rs. 75.75 lakhs, it comes with the entire service history from 4 decades of its existence, and also the factory build sheets. It is powered by a 6.75 liter V8, naturally aspirated petrol engine with 189 Bhp of peak power. A four speed automatic gearbox sourced from General Motors comes standard with this engine. The car’s has an odo reading of just 17,000 Kms and is a single owner version, which means that hasn’t ever changed hands yet. If interested, you can check out more details about this car and contact its seller here.

5. Dodge Nitro at Rs. 25 lakhs

This American SUV is registered in Madhya Pradesh and is an import. It is a 2008 model Dodge Nitro which is being offered at Rs. 25 lakhs. According to its seller, there are only 4 Dodge Nitros in India and therefore it actually qualifies as a very rare car. The only solid reason to buy this one, however, would only be its exclusiveness. If interested, you can check out more details about this car and contact its seller here.

6. Mitsubishi Evolution X at Rs. 42 lakhs

The 6th entry on this list is also one of the most expensive one. But what a car this is! This Mitsubishi Evolution X is a 2012 model and is being sold for Rs. 42 lakhs. This is what a new Evo X costed in India (ex-showroom) when it was sold here, but the number of modifications done on this one combined with the rarity of this model is what makes it a great buy. It only has seen one owner till now and has an odometer reading of 13,000 km. If interested, you can check out more details about this car and contact its seller here.

7. Pajero SWB 4×4 at Rs. 10 lakhs

Next rare car on the list is this Pajero SWB (short wheel base) model that is up for sale in Udaipur, Rajasthan. This two-door SUV is a 1997 model and has a sticker price of Rs. 10 lakhs currently. While the regular four door versoin of this SUV is pretty common in India (SFX), this one is not something that you would casually spot on the street. It has covered around 1.08 lakh km and is with its third owner. If interested, you can check out more details about this car and contact its seller here.

8. Mitsubishi 3000GT at Rs. 38 lakh

Another super exclusive car here is this gorgeous Misubishi 3000 GT, which has been given a custom paint job. It looks stunning to this day despite being a 1992 made model and is available for sale in Mumbai. The asking price of this car is bit on the higher side though at Rs. 38 lakhs. It comes with a V6 petrol engine mated to a manual box and has an odometer reading odd around 80,000 km. The car has seen 2 owner till now and if interested, you can check out more details about this car and contact its seller here.

9. Peugeot 309 at Rs. 90,000

During its brief stint in India, French manufacturer Peugeot manufactured a model called the 309 but it dind’t do very well. This one might not be exactly an enthusiasts cars but a rare car it is. It is up for sale in Palakkad, Kerala for Rs. 90,000 and is a 1992 model. The car has covreed around 83,000 km and has been with two owners. If interested, you can check out more details about this car and contact its seller here.

10. Daihatsu Copen at Rs. 16 lakhs

Finishing off the list on a high note is this sky blue shade Daihatsu Copen which is probably one of the most rare car on this list in India. This 2009 made model was imported to our shores and is up for sale in  Vizag, Andhra Pradesh for Rs. 16 lakh. It is a sporty little two door convertible that is bound to turn heads due to its unique design and exclusiveness. It has covered around 23,000 km and has been with two owners till date. If interested, you can check out more details about this car and contact its seller here.

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The used car market in India has been growing at a good pace since the last few years. More and more individuals are now opting for more premium cars via the used market route as it lets them save a substantial amount of money. Also, you can buy a much better used car in the same price which would be used to buy a brand new hatchback or sedan. The video below by My Country My Ride shows more than 20 used car with details about them. All of these cars are on sale and some of them are being offered at excellent prices. Take a look at the video to see if the various deals it has.

The first frame of the video shows us four SUVs, two of which are Mitsubishi Pajero Sports while the rest two are Mahindra XUV500 and Hyundai Creta. The first Pajero sport is a 2017 model that is available for Rs. 19.50 lakhs and has covered around 45,000 km. It comes with an auto box and has a single owner till now. The second one is an older 2015 model that is up for Rs. 14.5 lakhs. It is powered by a diesel engine that is mated to a manual transmission and the SUV has a 4×4 drivetrain. It has seen a single owner till dae and has covered around 95,000 km.

Then Mahindra XUV500 shown here is a 2014 made W6 variant which has been converted to W8 variant after the fitment of alloys wheels and leather upholstery from the dealership. It is a single owned vehicle which has covered around 65,000 km and is available for Rs. 7.25 lakhs. The Hyundai Creta, on the other hand, is the top end SX+ petrol variant made in 2016. The car has covered around 40,000 km till and has been with its first owner only. This one has an asking price of Rs. 10.25 lakhs.

Next up are three Toyota Innovas from different years and of various varinats. First is a metallic grey 2014 built GX varinat Innova Crysta that has seen a single owner and has covered around 50,000 km. Then there is a 2017 made G 2.8 AT Innova Crysta which has seen two owners and has covered around 30,000 km. Last is a 2013 model 8 seater Innova with manual box that has an odometer readinf of 75,000 and has been with its first owner. All theese three are registered in Delhi and have prices of Rs. 9.50 lakhs, Rs. 16 lakhs and Rs. 8.75 lakhs respectively.

The video also shows a lot of other cars including a Ford Ecosport, Mahindra TUV300, Honda City (2), Maruti Suzuki Ciaz, BMW 5-Series, Audi A4, Skoda and even a Jaguar XF along with a Mercedes Benz S-Class among others. Last one in the video is a 2018 model Volkswagen Tiguan which is the highline varinat. It is powered by a 2.0 litre diesel engine mated to an auto box sending power to all four wheels. It has seen one owner ans has covered 14,000 km. The asking price of this car is Rs. 26 lakhs.

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For an automotive enthusiast, owning a good supercar or a sports car is one of the many ultimate goals to achieve in life. However, most of us mortals drive our hatchabacks and regular sedans while dreaming of owning a sports car one day. Sports cars don’t come for cheap in any part of the globe but in our country, they are much more expensive than their original price. This is because almost every high end car is imported to our country which attracts a hefty duty, resulting in the final price being almost the double of their actual price. However, what if we say that you can now finally own a true blue sports car for less than the price of a top-end Jeep Compass Trailhawk. That’s right because the white Porsche Boxster featured here is being offered for just Rs. 28.50 lakhs, making it an interersting deal to look at.

The images here show that the car is in excellent condition and has been maintained quite well. There are no major scratches or dents visible on the exteiors of this sweet looking Sports car from Stuttgart. It is the Boxster S Tiptronic variant that comes equipped with an automatic transmission. Painted in white, it gets sporty black stripes on the centre that starts from the front bonnet and go all the way to the rear end of the car. The lower body panel below the doors also have a black strip with Porsche written in capitals.

It is a 2007 made model and according to its seller, the odometer reading of this Boxster is around 28,000 km. The car has changed hands once in past too. However, going by its good condition and realtively decent odo reading, it could be said that both its owners were enthusiasts. Other details on the exteirors of this car include blacked out ORVMs and tail lamps which create an interesting contrast with the white paint shade. The alloys have also been draped in black while a red towhook has been added to the front bumper.

Powering this gorgeous Sports car is a 2706 cc mid mounted flat six petrol engine. The engine has output figures approximately in the range of 265 Bhp and 280 Nm. The engine comes mated to a 6-speed Tiptronic gearbox that sends power to the rear wheels.

This interiors of this two seater mid-engine sports car are swathed in black and red which makes them look quite racey. Being a convertible, this car is sure to give you that win-in-the-hair thrills. However, do note that the running, maintenance, servicing and spare parts cost of this car will be much higher than the Jeep Compass. Also, for best performance, this car will need to be fed with high octance fuel which is not available everywhere.

If interested, you can know more details about this car and contact its seller here. 

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Honda Civic, which was launched earlier this year has become quite popular in the Indian market. The all-new Civic was launched in March 2019 and this car for sale is manufactured in February 2019. Currently, this car is for sale and the asking price is almost Rs 1.5 lakh cheaper than the on-road price of a brand-new Honda Civic.

This is a demo car, which is being sold officially by Honda Auto Terrace, which is Honda’s official used car retail chain in India. The asking price is Rs 23.4 lakhs, which makes it much cheaper than a new model. A brand-new Honda Civic ZX diesel costs Rs 24.9 lakhs. This car is for sale in Surat, Gujarat.

The pictures of the car show that the exterior of the vehicle is dirty but there are no visible scratches or dents on the vehicle. We are sure, the car will look much better once it is given a full body wash and some polish. We are not sure if the vehicle has been registered or not. Most of the times, the dealership cars are not registered. If this is the case then the new owner of the vehicle will officially become the first owner of the vehicle and not the second. This will definitely help when selling in the used car market.

This is the grey coloured Honda Civic, which looks quite classy and premium. Overall, the car looks like in a pretty new condition. The advertisement also mentions that there is no insurance cover on the vehicle. If so, then the new owner will need to give additional money for the insurance too.

This is the Honda Civic ZX diesel, which is the top-end variant of the car. It gets powered by a 1.6-litre i-DTEC diesel engine that produces a maximum power of 118 Bhp and 300 Nm of peak torque. It only gets a 6-speed manual transmission. The Honda Civic diesel has been tuned for fuel efficiency and according to the official figures, it returns a maximum of 26.8 km/l, which makes it the most fuel-efficient diesel car in the segment.

Since this is the top-end version of the Honda Civic, it comes with a long list of features. To start with, there is a 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto system. The variant also gets dual-zone climate control system, electrically adjustable driver seat, electric sunroof, smart key engine on and off feature, 7-inch digital instrument, keyless push-button start/stop button. The variant also gets six airbags, ABS, EBD, agile handling assist, stability control and hill start assist. The Civic offers first-in-segment features like lane watch camera, which activates a camera mounted on the left-hand side mirror for easy viewing of the traffic behind the vehicle. For more information on the vehicle, you can contact the seller directly by clicking here.

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It is a well knwon fact that Royal Enfield bikes are among the favourite choice of modifiers in the country. The Classic series models, in particular, are the hot favourite of the mod fraternity due to their gorgeous retro design and ease of modification. Further, the signature RE thump from their engines is another factor which makes it popular. Among the various types of mod themes that can be done on the Royal Enfield Classic 350, the bobber style is one of the most popular one. The video below by Vampvideo shows a similar bike that is actually a Royal Enfield Classic based bobber. Take a look at the video below before we move onto the details of this custom built.

The design inspiration behind this mod job is the Bonnevile Bobber, which is a bobber-style cruiser motorcycle based on the Bonneville series from Triumph Motorcycles Ltd. The Triiumph Bobber, as it is commonly known, is one of the best factory made bobbers one can buy but it is quite expensive too. In India, Jawa showcased the Perak bobber last year which had a similar design and it is expected to be launched by the end of this year. It will be a first of its kind in India with a price tag of around Rs. 2 lakhs.

Coming back to the Royal Enfield based bobber mod here, it carries an all black theme. Almost every part and panel on the bike is black save for the exhaust pipe and the headlamp surroud ring.  Both the front and the rear tires have been changed with aftermarket units and same is the case with the alloys, which look quite stylish now. The headlamp, taillamp as well as the indicators all are LED units and look quite good. the headlamp cluster also gets an LED DRL ring and is a prohector unit.

Moving on, the fenders are custm made units and the front fork have been covered with gaiters for an added look. The chassis of this bike has been modified to quite an extent, which is also the case with the swingarm which is a custom made piece. The handlebars are custom made units too and feautres bar end mounted mirrors and indicators. The fuel tank gets a bit of sculpting and it is followed by a single seat saddle in typical bobber style.

A digital instrument cluster has replaced the stock unit on this bike. REar suspension duties are done by a red monoshock. Another highlight is the aftermarket exhassut pipe which sounds great. All in all, this modified, Triumph bobber inspired Royal Enfield Classic based modified bike looks quite good. One might even mistake it for a Triumph at a glance.

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The popularity of SUVs in India has forced the manufacturers to launch SUV-inspired hatchbacks in the Indian market. While these entry-level SUV-inspired vehicles look great on the road, they do not have the capability of the true SUV cars to take on challenges and difficult surfaces. Well, you have that much of budget and looking for a true-blue SUV in the market, the used car market has many of them! Here is a list of six reliable and affordable 4X4 SUVs that you can buy on a budget of pseudo SUV.

Maruti Suzuki Gypsy

Asking price: Rs 3.25 lakhs

The Maruti Suzuki Gypsy has now been discontinued in the Indian market and is not available for any civilians. However, Maruti Suzuki Gypsy is still in production and is supplied exclusively to the army. The lightweight of the Maruti Suzuki Gypsy make them extremely good off-roader and also, it is the only affordable petrol-powered 4X4 SUV that you will be able to find in the Indian market. This car is for sale in Chandigarh and it has done only 46,000 km. It is a 2010 model and is a soft-top model. For more details, please contact the owner here.

Asking price: Rs 3.99 lakhs

This Maruti Suzuki Gypsy is located in Chandrapur, Maharashtra. This model has done a total of 48,999 km and from the pictures, it seems to be a good shape. However, we recommend buyers to personally check the vehicle thoroughly before buying. This one is in Olive Green official army colour, however, it is not mentioned in this is an Army Gyspy. It is a 2012 model and is again a soft-top model. For more details, you can contact the owner by clicking here.

Mahindra Scorpio

Asking price: 5.61 lakhs

Mahindra Scorpio is a rugged SUV that has been around for a long while in the Indian market. The Scorpio has always been available with 4X4 since its inception and has been regarded as a capable off-roader by the enthusiasts. Here is a 2011 model of the Scorpio and is located in Madurai. The vehicle is still owned by the first owner and this is the VLX model that comes with a 4X4 system. According to the ad, it has done only 3,000 km. It looks in great condition and the cabin looks like brand-new too! For more information, you can contact the owner here.

Asking price: Rs 5.5 lakhs

This is a 2012 Mahindra Scorpio that has done only 45,000 km and can go for lakhs of km more. The vehicle for sale is located in Gariya, West Bengal and is in great condition. The pictures show that the vehicle’s body still has the shine and look like a new car. It comes with the 4X4 system too. The seller also offers to help to get a NOC to get the vehicle transferred to any other state.

Tata Safari

Asking price: Rs 4.5 lakhs

The big bad Tata Safari has always been an iconic SUV on the Indian roads. Here is a 2011 VX 4X4 model up for sale. It is still used by the first owner and the vehicle has done a total of 52,000 km. The white coloured Safari looks like in great shape. You can contact the owner of the vehicle directly for additional details. For more information, click here.

Asking price: Rs 3.45 lakhs

This is a 2012 Tata Safari 4X4 VX DICOR model. The car is located in Delhi but since the 10-year NGT ban is applicable in Delhi, it would be a bad idea to keep the vehicle in the state after 10 years. Nonetheless, the SUV itself looks like in a great condition and the vehicle has never been involved in an accident. The seller will also help in getting transfer documents and NOC from Delhi RTO so that the new owner can transfer it to the other states and use it for as long as they like. For more information, click here.

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According to the Motor Vehicle Act of India, any type of modification on two-wheelers or four-wheelers is illegal in our country. Barring a few mods, almost every kind of alteration or accessory added on cars is illegal in the eyes of the law. In 2012, the Supreme Court of India passed a law stating that the use of dark reflective films on car windows is illegal. Now, a Jeep owner in Kerala has come under the scanner of cops who issued a fine of Rs. 3,000 on his Jeep for making illegal modifications to his vehicle. Interestingly, the same Jeep was used by the state police force during the horrid Kerala flood that caused widespread damage in the affected areas.

As seen in the images here, this Mahindra Jeep has been fined for Rs. 3,000 in accordance with the Motor Vehicle Act. Do note that this has nothing to do with the recent amendments in the act regarding fines. The MV Act has, ever since their inception, deemed almost every type of modification on cars and bikes as illegal. This one has been fined for having tinted glasses along with having dazzling white LED lights mounted on the top and on either side of the windshield bottom.

According to our laws, a vehicle cannot have aftermarket lights mounted on it above the height of the headlights. Further, even those lights mounted at permissible heights should be covered when the vehicle is being driven in the city. The only cases where roof-mounted lights are legally allowed are when the car comes fitted with such lights from the factory itself or the owner gets the modifications passed by the RTO and the changes included in the RC. As for the tinted glasses, they were declared illegal by the Supreme Court of India in 2012 in the aftermath of the infamous and unfortunate Nirbhaya case.

Since this Jeep was found committing both these offences, it was fined by the cops for the same reasons. According to a Facebook Post, the same vehicle was used by the cops during the rescue operation of the Kerala flood. In fact, a lot of modified 4×4 vehicle and their owners actively came out to help during the rescue operations of the Kerala floods. Many of these modified SUVs were lifted and had snorkels, which helped the vehicles to go through the flooded streets of Kerala. After the situation was under control, the 4X4 community of the state was facilitated by the State Chief Secretary and everyone appreciated them for the efforts. To let you know, the Cheif Minister of Kerala posted a request on Facebook asking 4X4 vehicle owners to come out and join the rescue and relief efforts in the state after the floods.

For automotive enthusiasts, modifying their rides is an integral part of their passion but the laws of our country don’t allow so. There are a lot of harmless and performance/practicality/comfort-enhancing modifications possible on cars and bikes just like the snorkel on the Jeep featured here. The reason behind our strict laws is that changing any aspect of the vehicle most likely results in a change of its basic characteristics like efficiency, handling, ride, or drivability among others and hence, doing so is prohibited. What can be done here is the formation of a committee/department which reshapes the MV Act and makes a few guidelines as to what is legal and what not in terms of car modifications.

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In India, riding a two-wheeler requires the use of an ISI-marked helmet. While many states require both rider and the pillion to wear a helmet, a few other states are lenient and allow the pillion rider to be helmet-less. However, commonly across India, women riders have been found to flout the rule and the cops often overlook it due to various reasons. In Chandigarh, the cops have started targetting the women riders for not wearing a helmet while riding a two-wheeler.

The Chandigarh Traffic Police has released the data for the month of September. A total of 16,163 fines have been issued to the motorists in the month of September. Out of the total fines, 2,059 challans were issued to the women riders for not wearing the helmet. It should be noted that the fines are under the amended MV Act laws, which came into effect from 1st September 2019. The cops have also said that more than 18,000 traffic violations have been reported since the new rule came into effect. The traffic police department of Chandigarh Police has collected a total of Rs 42.3 lakh in fines from the violators.

In India, it is mandatory for both men and women to wear a helmet. However, men and women with religious turbans are exempted from this rule. Earlier, Chandigarh Police tried to create awareness through various mediums about the helmet rule and how wearing a helmet can save the lives of the riders during an accident. Even though the number of challans issued to the women is more than 2,000, a total number of fines issued to the helmet-less riders is 6,746. This shows how people still flout the rules even after the fines are increased by at least ten times for not wearing a helmet.

Before the amended MV Act came into effect, the fine for not wearing a helmet was only Rs 100. However, with the new rules in place, the fine has been increased to Rs 1,000. However, it has not been deterrent to the two-wheeler riders. Apart from the helmet, the cops issued a total of 4,012 fines for violating the zebra crossing line during a stop traffic signal. Also, 2,388 motorists received a challan for parking their vehicles in the no parking areas.

Interestingly, the city traffic police of Chandigarh also issued fines to the police officials in September. A total of seven fines were issued to the police personnel who were using mobile phones while driving, not wearing helmets, violated the zebra stop line, not wearing a seatbelt and other traffic offences. In the new MV Act, government officials and police can be fined twice the amount. This has been done to ensure that the cops and officials stick to the traffic rules in any situation. The cops have also recommended cancelling a total of 195 driving licenses.

Wearing a helmet while riding a two-wheeler is imperative to the safety of the riders and it cannot be overlooked. Indian roads are home to one the largest number of two-wheelers in the world and most numbers of accidents turn out to be fatal when the riders are not wearing a helmet. The new rules were implemented in the hope that it will encourage the motorists to follow the rule and it has already received a lot of protests from various states.

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Hyundai launched the all-new Grand i10 NIOS in the Indian market a few weeks ago. The much-awaited mid-size hatchback from the South Korean brand and received some radical changes, especially when it comes to the looks and the cabin of the vehicle. Soon, Hyundai will launch the all-new Grand i10 in a sportier avatar and it will get the turbocharged petrol engine that was introduced in the Indian market with the all-new Hyundai Venue earlier this year.

In the 2019 Frankfurt Motor Show, Hyundai revealed the i10 N Line, which is a sportier version of the car in the European markets. Now ACI reports that a similar, sportier version of the Grand i10 will be launched in the Indian market in the coming weeks too. Scheduled to be launched in early 2020, it is expected to get a score of changes in terms of looks. However, the most significant upgrade in the sportier Grand i10 NIOS will the engine. It will come powered by the 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbocharged engine that is available with the Hyundai Venue in the Indian market. Currently, the Grand i10 NIOS is available only with a 1.2-litre naturally-aspirated petrol engine. The sportier version will get the new 1.0-litre engine, which will be much more powerful than the 1.2-litre engine.

Since the Grand i10 NIOS is lighter than the Hyundai Venue, it will offer a greater power-to-weight ratio, which will make it a much more fun car to drive around. It should be noted that the sportier Grand i10 NIOS that will be launched in the coming times will be different from the Hyundai i10 N Line. It will be customised for the Indian market and will not carry the N Line badge. Just like the “M” division of the BMW and the “SVR” of the Jaguar Land Rover, the “N Line” is the division that works on high-performance vehicles for Hyundai. For a long time, the entry of the N Line cars has been expected in India. But for now, the Grand i10 NIOS will not get the badge. Instead, it is expected to get customised upgrades for the Indian market, which is very cost-sensitive.

The 1.0-litre turbocharged engine in the Hyundai Venue produces a maximum power of 118 Bhp and peak torque of 172 Nm. Hyundai will retune to the engine to suit the need of the Grand i10. The power is expected to be somewhere around 90-100 Bhp. Hyundai also offers a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission with the same 1.0-litre engine in the Venue. The Grand i10 NIOS, however, will only offer a manual transmission to keep the price in check. Currently, the Tata Tiago JTP is the most-affordable hot hatchback in the market. The Tiago JTP will retain the position even after the Grand i10 NIOS Sport is launched. The car is expected to be based on the mid or top-end variants.

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Hyundai India has just launched the facelifted Elantra D-Segment sedan. The car takes on the Toyota Corolla Altis, Skoda Octavia and Honda Civic, and gets a big makeover at the front and rear. It also has a significant change in the engine department, in that it has dumped the diesel engine to go petrol-only, a key change. Prices of the new Elantra start from Rs. 15.89 lakhs, ex-showroom Delhi, which makes it cheaper  than the Toyota Corolla Altis, Honda Civic and the Skoda Octavia. While the S trim is priced at Rs. 15.89 lakhs, the SX, SX AT and SX (O) AT trims are priced at Rs. 18.49 lakhs, Rs. 19.49 lakhs and Rs. 20.39 lakhs respectively. The sharp pricing should give the Elantra a solid chance of becoming the segment’s best seller at least for a few months as it’s also now the sharpest looking car in its class. Hyundai has launched the 2020 facelifted Elantra with the following video.

As the video reveals, the 2020 Hyundai Elantra gets a major facelift at the front, with sharper headlamps, a new grille, a swooping bonnet and a new bumper. The overall profile of the car remains similar to the pre-facelift version while the alloy wheels have been revised. At the rear, the tail lamps and bumper are new, and make the 2020 Elantra look quite distinct from the older model. Under the hood, the familiar 2 liter-4 cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine with 150 Bhp-196 Nm is retained, and is offered with 2 gearbox options: a 6 speed manual and a 6 speed torque converter. The petrol engine is Bharat Stage 6 (BS6) emission norms compliant.

The older Elantra’s 1.6 liter turbo diesel engine is missing from the line up of the facelifted version, and this is understandable as the engine is not Bharat Stage 6 (BS6) compliant. In future though, Hyundai could introduce a 1.5 liter, BS6 compliant turbo diesel engine which is already on offer with the Kia Seltos. This engine will be offered on the 2020 Verna and the Creta, which makes it possible for Hyundai to introduce it in the Elantra if demand for such an option exists.

Coming to the key new features on offer with the 2020 Elantra Facelift, the car gets a bunch of first-in-segment features such as wireless phone charging, ventilated front seats, and connected car features through the BlueLink infotainment system that gets a dedicated on-board micro sim with internet connectivity. In fact, this makes the 2020 Elantra India’s first ‘internet connected sedan’, says Hyundai.

As for safety features, the 2020 Elantra comes with 6 airbags,  Anti-lock braking system (ABS) with EBD Parking Assist Reverse Parking Sensors Front Parking Sensors, Rear Camera with Display on AVN, Electronic Stability Control(ESC), Vehicle Stability Management(VSM), Hill-start Assist Control(HAC), Emergency Stop Signal(ESS), Automatic Headlamps and Impact Sensing Auto door unlock system.

Commenting on the launch of The New 2019 ELANTRA, Mr. S S Kim, MD & CEO, Hyundai Motor India Ltd. said,

The New 2019 ELANTRA is India’s First Connected and Hi-Tech Premium Sedan offering all-round excellence and great experience. The New 2019 ELANTRA is powered with BS VI petrol engine delivering Unmatched Performance. An epitome of finesse, The New 2019 Hyundai ELANTRA will create a new benchmark in the Indian Premium Sedan segment and once again supersede all customers’ expectations.

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The all-new Kia Seltos, which was launched a couple of months ago and it has already become the best-selling vehicle in the segment and is outselling the long-time favourite, Hyundai Creta. Hyundai is now working on the all-new Creta and the manufacturer has started testing the vehicle on the Indian roads under a heavy camouflage too. The all-new Creta is a much-awaited car in the Indian market and now it has been revealed that the car will be unveiled in the Indian market early next year.

According to CnB, the all-new Hyundai Creta will be launched in the Indian market during the 2020 Auto Expo. The upcoming car will be based on the same platform that underpins the Kia Seltos too. Even though the India-spec car has not been yet revealed by the manufacturer, it should be noted that Hyundai has already showcased the car in China as the ix25. The Indian-spec Creta will be heavily inspired by the ix25.

The second-generation Hyundai Creta is expected to get a futuristic look. It will get the split headlamps just like the Kia Seltos. However, the orientation of the headlamps will be different from the Seltos. At the top, the all-new Hyundai Creta will get a sleek DRL while the main headlamp cluster is located in the lower part of the car. The vehicle will also feature the new-age cascade grille, which has now become a part of the new-generation Hyundai cars including the Venue. The Indian-spec Hyundai Creta will not be identical to the Chinese-version of the car. It will be tweaked as per the Indian market.

Earlier, a leaked picture of the ix25 revealed that new cabin of the upcoming Creta too. It will get large portrait touchscreen system, which is likely to be more than 10.0-inches in size. All the console buttons that are used to adjust the climate control system, infotainment system and other functions are not there anymore and everything can be controlled through the centrally-mounted screen. It is not known if the Indian version will feature the same. However, it will be a significant upgrade from the current version of the car. Also, Hyundai will introduce the Internet-based services in the all-new Creta just like the Hyundai Venue. It will get an eSIM embedded into the infotainment system, which will allow the owner to track the vehicle in real-time and also control a few features of the vehicle through a smartphone.

Hyundai will utilise all the three engine options that are available with the Kia Seltos in the Indian market. There will be a 1.5-litre petrol engine, 1.5-litre diesel engine and 1.4-litre turbocharged diesel engine option. Both the petrol and diesel engine options will get automatic transmission options. The all-new Creta will make the competition quite stiff in the segment.

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