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Indian car buyers often base their decisions on a set of rigid criteria, such as fuel efficiency, features, value for money, resale potential, safety, brand value, etc. However, in the race to meet as many of these criteria as possible, a lot of worthwhile cars often slip through the cracks for various reasons. Below, we’ve spotlighted 15 such underrated cars that are currently on sale in India, ranked in descending order of their starting prices. Lexus NX Starting price: Rs 66.59 lakh Representing Japan in the luxury midsize SUV space, the Lexus NX sports the second-lowest starting price and stands out as the only strong hybrid contender in its segment. Under the NX’s bonnet sits a 2.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine – the largest among its rivals – paired with front and rear electric motors and a lithium-ion battery pack. Combined system output stands at 239hp, which is fairly competitive for the NX’s class. As our NX review states, the SUV’s power delivery isn’t qui...

The Hero Glamour X aims to bridge the gap between a conventional, utilitarian commuter and newer-age, feature-rich offerings in this segment. The Glamour X packs in segment-first features while maintaining the practicality expected from a traditional commuter. If you're considering one, here are answers to some of the most common questions. What engine does the Hero Glamour X use? The Hero Glamour X is powered by a 124.7cc single-cylinder, air-cooled engine, the same unit as on the Xtreme 125R. It produces 11.4hp at 8,250rpm and 10.5Nm at 6,500rpm.  How is the Glamour X different from the Glamour XTEC? While both motorcycles use a 124.7cc single-cylinder, air-cooled engine, the Glamour X is tuned to produce slightly more power – 11.4hp vs 10.7hp on the XTEC, and torque figures are nearly identical. The Glamour X also introduces segment-first ride-by-wire throttle with three riding modes (Power, Road Eco) and cruise control.  Both bikes sit on the same underpinnings but d...

Toyota and Lexus have both issued a voluntary recall for a possible software glitch in the transmission that may affect 969 units of the Land Cruiser and 117 units of the LX SUVs in India. The subject vehicles are Land Cruisers manufactured between 4th September 2024 and 30th September 2025 and LXs manufactured between 6th March 2025 and 29th September 2025. “The proactive recall campaign aims to reprogram the Transmission Control Computer software, which controls the Transmission Performance,” the brands stated. Transmission’s solenoid failure alert may not reach the engine control unit   Brand says no cases reported so far in India What is this transmission software glitch about? The issue affects the 10 ‑ speed automatic gearbox of the Land Cruiser and LX The Toyota Land Cruiser (LC 300) and Lexus LX are both platform siblings, even sharing the same powertrain in several markets that includes India. The twin-turbo V6 diesel engine that powers these two body-on-frame...

Turbocharged petrol engines are known to pack strong performance, and in some cases, they are even more fuel-efficient than their naturally aspirated counterparts, offering a nice blend of power and efficiency. If your budget is under Rs 10 lakh, the Indian car market currently has offerings from brands like Hyundai, Tata, Kia, Maruti Suzuki, Renault, Nissan, Skoda, Citroen and Toyota that come with a turbo-petrol engine. Read on to discover these 12 models, listed in descending order of price. 12. Toyota Taisor  Price: Rs 9.99 lakh The Toyota Taisor is the most expensive model with a turbo-petrol engine here under Rs 10 lakh. Essentially, Toyota’s badge-engineered version of the Maruti Fronx is powered by a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine. The unit delivers 100hp and 148Nm of torque and is mated to either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic gearbox. Along with the Fronx, it has the least amount of power in this list. We found its engine to be responsive, rev-happy, and ref...

TVS recently entered the 150cc+ sporty scooter category with its Ntorq 150 , which built upon the base of its smaller sibling while bringing in more performance and tech to the table. TVS sells the Ntorq 150 in just two variants and here, we’ll break down what they offer you and their price. All prices ex-showroom, Delhi TVS Ntorq 150 variant breakdown Standard The base variant of the Ntorq 150 is identical in terms of its design and mechanical underpinnings to the higher TFT variant. The 149.7cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder engine is rated for 13.2hp and 14.2Nm of torque and comes with fuel-saving start/stop tech. Two riding modes are on offer - race and street. Where the base variant differs from the TFT is in its instrumentation and switchgear. This variant of the Ntorq 150 uses the same hybrid LCD/TFT display as the Ntorq 125 XT and Jupiter 125 SXC variants. As such, it misses out on some smart connectivity features seen on the top model. The switchgear too is simpler and ...

The Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric sedan has been debuted in India, and is slated to launch this April. It will be available here in the base 85kWh 250+ configuration, which includes features like a 10.25-inch digital driver's display, 14-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless charging pad, ambient lighting (the illuminated stars on the dash glow up in sync), powered front seats, Level 2 ADAS, and more. from Autocar India https://ift.tt/3tCxNm1

Royal Enfield has made E20 retrofit kits available for older motorcycles to address compatibility issues with 20 percent ethanol-blended fuel. The kits are aimed at BS3 and BS4 carbureted UCE models including the Classic 350, Bullet 350, and Thunderbird.  E20 carburetor kits for BS3 and BS4 models availabel Kits include ethanol-compatible fuel lines, seals, and gaskets Royal Enfield E20 kit details Retrofit kits available for 350cc and 500cc UCE engines Royal Enfield had earlier mentioned to us that its entire portfolio has been E20 compliant since the implementation of BS6 norms in 2020. The conversion kit currently on sale is therefore meant for BS3 and BS4 motorcycles, particularly the 350cc UCE engines that used a carburetor. The increased ethanol content in current-day fuel can lead to accelerated wear of rubber and certain metal components on these motorcycles, and the kit comprises replacement parts – including O-rings, tubes, and seals – that are more resistant o...

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