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Wednesday, 3 February 2016

New Hyundai Elantra 2016 First Review

Hyundai has updated their premium sedan, Elantra which was recently unveiled at LA Auto show. The new Elantra is 20mm longer and 25mm wider than the current model and uses high tensile steel in its frame which makes the new car even stiffer than before adding more stability to the dynamics of the new car. The new Elantra looks completely different from the current model especially from the front and the back. The face now gets new edgy headlights replacing the curvy headlamps of the current model.

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The projector headlamps now come integrated with side indicators and there are vertically placed LED lights placed as fog lamps. The face now looks even more aggressive than before thanks to the newly designed hexagonal chrome slats forming the grille and air-dam together. There are sharper creases all over the bumper and the bonnet also gets two prominent lines on both sides. In fact the whole designing approach now includes prominent body lines as company has moved away from the curvy and flowing design scheme. This has taken away the voluptuous visual character of the earlier car and now the Elantra looks leaner and meaner than before.

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Even the rear styling looks sharper than before including its horizontally placed LED tail lamps with revised styling. Overall, the new Elantra looks sharper and more aerodynamic than before and less curves plus solid lines now makes it look more premium and modern.

Inside as well, the curvy and flowing design has been replaced with a horizontal dash layout. This car gets new three spoke steering wheel with steering mounted controls for the new 7-inch infotainment system which also gets navigation, Bluetooth connectivity. There are many new buttons and controls in the car adding premium touch to the car along with usage of high quality leather inside.The new Elantra comes with many new safety features including Vehicle Stability Management, Traction control, ABS, tire pressure monitoring system, seven airbags, ESC and few optional features such as High Beam Assist, Blind Spot Detection, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane and Change Assistance etc. In terms of space, rear headroom and legroom have been improved.

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Technically as well, the new Elantra is different from the current model as it gets option of two new engines. One is the 2.0L Atkinson petrol engine which has a power and torque output of 147bhp and 179Nm respectively. This engine will be available with a six-speed manual as well as automatic transmission.The second unit is the 1.4L turbocharged GDI Kappa engine which has power and torque output of 126bhp and 211Nm respectively. This engine is only available with a 7-seven dual clutch gearbox.

The new Elantra is surely a better car than before in term of looks, safety features, design, technology and dynamics and this same model is expected to reach our Indian shores as well. Apart from the optional features, we do not expect any major changes in the Indian version. Once launched, this new Elantra is surely going to give tough fight to its rivals especially, the Toyota Corolla Altis.

Volkswagen Polo and Vento 2016 Launched In India

2016 Volkswagen Polo and Vento were introduced in India, on Monday, with added features. In a bid to improve 'in-vehicle experience', the company has added several new features on both the vehicles such as rain sensing wipers, auto dimming inside rear-view mirror, mirror link connectivity, phone book/sms viewer, and a touch-screen infotainment system.

Michael Mayer, Director, Volkswagen Passenger Cars India said, Vento and Polo have been among our best-selling carlines since their inception in the Indian market, and I am delighted to announce the introduction of these additional features. Providing a further boost to safety, the rain sensor and auto-dimming IRVM features allows the occupant to drive with ease and convenience.

We are optimistic of continuing to raise the bar through our brand new offerings, and further expand the growing Volkswagen family in India.

To be also displayed at the Delhi Auto Expo 2016, the 2016 Volkswagen Polo and Vento are now available across all VW dealerships in the country. Besides the updated Vento and Polo, the German carmaker will aso showcase Volkswagen Ameo sub-compact sedan and Tiguan premium SUV at the biennial event.

2016 Volkswagen Vento & Polo key features

- Rain Sensing wipers

- Dynamic touch screen infotainment system

- Phone Book and SMS viewer

- Mirror Link Connectivity

- Auto Dimming IRVM

New Volkswagen Polo 2016 prices - Rs 5.33 lakh - Rs 8.90 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)

New Volkswagen Vento 2016 prices - Rs 7.85 lakh - Rs 12.13 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)

Wednesday, 27 January 2016

New Hyundai Tuscon 2016

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A good crossover nowadays needs more than just the basics. It should ride better, perform better, and provide more utility than its competition to stand out in a market flooded with CUVs.

On paper, the 2016 Hyundai Tucson appears to do just that. The third-generation crossover, all set to arrive in India later this year, is longer, wider, and lower, with a new powertrain and more technology that mostly works seamlessly inside the quiet cabin. It is a solid alternative to much more mainstream choices such as the Honda CR-V.

Frankly, this small crossover segment has turned into the midsize car segment. It is becoming just as cutthroat and just as boring. These are the minivan substitutes without the utility of a minivan or the third row of bigger vehicles. Hyundai has at least tried to make the new Tucson palatable for people who need a family hauler but still want to feel like they have not surrendered their automotive souls.

The all-new exterior does a nice job of riding the fence between utilitarian and sporty. The new Tucson arrives 3.0 inches longer, 1.1 inches wider, and 0.4 inch shorter than the outgoing model. All three changes give it a stronger stance and enhance its performance.

The new face of the Tucson, which is also the new face of Hyundai, includes a hard-cut hexagonal-shaped grille, LED twin-projector headlamps, and LED daytime running lights. The front end certainly creates a more aggressive face meant to fill everyone elses rearview mirror. It does not shout, but the growl is welcome.

The rest of the Tucsons design follows similar lines. As part of Hyundai fluidic 2.0 design scheme, the sheetmetal creases are sharp but not overdone. For this generation, the windows are smaller and the metal bigger, which Hyundai says translates into a sportier profile. But really, that sportiness comes from the staggered wheel housing and optional 19-inch wheels. The stance of the Tucson leans forward, a big cat ready to pounce.

The 1.6-liter, turbocharged engine provides plenty of pouncing power. The four-cylinder engine produces 175-horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque, which, frankly, I thought would leave the Tucson sluggish off the line and wheezing on the highway. During a day of test-driving, I was pleasantly surprised that even the 3,800-pound AWD Limited had plenty of power for both passing and off-the-line acceleration. It is certainly not going to set a land-speed record, but it felt like it could outperform any minivan and hold its own against more nimble midsize sedans. The 1.6-liter engine also comes with a new seven-speed dual-clutch transmission that was extremely smooth and very intelligent, knowing when to hold a gear and when to shift.

Tuesday, 26 January 2016

Jaguar Land Rover lineup for 2016 Auto Expo

Jaguar Land Rover is supposedly planning to make a big bang at the upcoming Auto Expo. Both the Tata owned brands will showcase new models and possibly even launch a couple at the biennial event in February. While we wait for specific details from the British marque, here is the list models we expect JLR to showcase at the expo.

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Jaguar XE: The entry-level sedan in the JLR lineup will certainly debut at the Auto Expo. We are waiting to find out, if the Mercedes-Benz C-Class and BMW 3 Series rival will be launched in the first week of February or the company will look at a later date to commence bookings. The XE will be assembled in India with a 2.0-litre diesel engine producing 161bhp, mated to the eight-speed ZF gearbox.

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Jaguar F-Pace: The F-Pace is one of the most important cars from Jaguar, as it forays into the SUV segment. The company is carefully drawing the line between the hardcore SUVs from Land Rover and this, which is mainly a lifestyle product. With the F-Type inspired design, the new model looks stunning; underneath, however, it has the same platform as that of the XE sedan. The Jaguar SUV will be launched in Europe, in April, to compete with the likes of the Volvo XC60 and the BMW X3. We should get to see the F-Pace at the Expo, however, the launch will only be towards the end of the year.

Jaguar XJ Connectivity: The flagship Jaguar sedan has got a midlife update for 2016. While there is hardly any difference in terms of looks, the technology has been vastly updated with the new connectivity pack. The age-old music system has been replaced by a new infotainment unit with InControl remote and connectivity apps. The India prices should be announced at the Expo with deliveries commencing in a month.

Range Rover Evoque Convertible: JLR recently launched the facelifted version of the Evoque in India with the nine-speed transmission. However, the convertible version of the new model wasn’t part of the lineup at the time of the launch. We believe that the company will display this model at the expo along with the three-door version of the compact SUV. Both these versions of the Evoque may be launched at a future date in India as CBUs.

Chevrolet Cruze facelift to debut at the 2016 Auto Expo

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If you are in the market for an entry-level luxury sedan and didn’t consider the Chevrolet Cruze over its rivals, you may want to reconsider. Its largely unchanged appearance since its introduction in 2012 will no longer deter your decision. The 2016 Cruze though is not going the whole hog, will feature a few changes on the exterior and interior. For a detailed makeover we will have to wait for the next-generation model to work its charm.

The Chevy update mainly consists of a refreshed bumper and a different grille design. The refreshed bumper design has even more muscular lines than before. While, the updated grille is even larger than before but lacks the prominence it previously had because of its rounded edges. The fog lamp housing units are now horizontal as compared to the vertical ones. The chrome-garnished LED DRLs are now placed neatly right over the fog lamp clusters. Furthermore, the skirt on the on the front bumper is larger and more prominent. The inside now hosts, a 7-inch MyLink infotainment system which features SmartRadio, Bluetooth connectivity, Siri for apple devices, voice recognition control and controls for the AC.

Under the hood, the Cruze will continue to be powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder diesel engine that produces 168bhp and 380Nm of torque. Power is sent to the front wheels via a six-speed MT or AT. When launched, the Cruze will compete with the Skoda Octavia, Hyundai Elantra, Volkswagen Jetta and the Toyota Corolla. Chevrolet will showcase the new Cruze at the 2016 Auto expo in February and will roll out the model to the showrooms shortly after.

Sunday, 24 January 2016

Honda BR-V and Accord India premiere at Auto Expo 2016

Honda has announced its plans for the forthcoming Auto Expo. The Japanese carmaker will unveil the BR-V and the Accord in India, along with a few concepts and the existing range of cars. Here is the detailed list of all the products that will be seen at the Honda hangar from the Auto Expo.

BR-V: The Honda BR-V will be in India for the first time at the Auto Expo. The crossover is scheduled for a mid-2016 launch to compete with the Hyundai Creta, Renault Duster and the Nissan Terrano. The BR-V is based on the same platform as the Mobilio, but has a cosmetically enhanced face that looks more aggressive. There are some mechanical changes to the car to make it more SUVish, also the interior is feature rich and looks premium. The biggest advantage, however, is the fact that the BR-V has seven seats compared to the five-seater configuration of its rivals.

Accord: The facelifted version of the global Accord will be on display at the expo. The premium sedan will be relaunched in India later this year with petrol and petrol-hybrid engine options. Honda might launch the new version of the Accord as CKD and take advantage of the FAME initiative to rival the Toyota Camry hybrid, with the subsidy.

Project 2&4: Project 2&4 is an open-wheel concept with the Honda MotoGP engine, aimed at giving the driver an experience of riding a motorcycle. The 1.0-litre V4 engine produces 212bhp and 118Nm at 14,000rpm, which is coupled with the six-speed automatic transmission and paddle shifters powering the rear wheels. The engine is positioned next to the driver and the total weight of the car is just 405 kilograms, making it one hell of a track machine.

McLaren Honda MP4-30: Talking about track machines, nothing can beat the Formula 1 car, which will be the biggest eye-candy at the Honda stall. Honda made a comeback to F1 last year as engine supplier for McLaren; the car will be on display at the expo for all the motorsport fanatics.

Sunday, 17 January 2016

Jaguar XE launch on February 3 at Auto Expo, bookings open

The Jaguar XE will be launched in India on February 3 during the Auto Expo 2016. All the Jaguar showrooms across India are accepting bookings for the new entry-level sedan, which will be available with two petrol engine options.

The new XE will sit below the XF sedan in the Jaguar range and take on the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, BMW 3 Series and the Audi A4. Jaguar has confirmed that the XE at the moment will be available in two derivatives of the 2.0-litre petrol engine. The less powerful of the two will deliver 197bhp, while the other will be tuned to produce 237bhp.

While there is no confirmation on the booking amount, the dealerships are taking a token of around Rs 1 lakh to book the sedan. The Jaguar XE will be assembled in India and the features list for the sedan will include panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, navigation, infotainment unit with Meridian Sound System and surround cameras.