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Honda Activa 125 updated with new TFT display, launched at Rs 94,442

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Honda has launched an updated version of its Activa 125 scooter which is now compatible with the upcoming OBD2B norms and it also gets a new TFT display. 4.2-inch TFT display is new USB-C charging port now included Only top 2 variants launched for now The current Activa 125 uses a LCD display while the new one now offers a 4.2-inch TFT. This display is also compatible with Honda’s RoadSync app which enables functions like call alerts and navigation assists. The scooter also comes with a USB type C charging port. In addition to meeting the updated OBD2B specifications which come into effect in 2025, the Honda Activa 125 is otherwise mostly the same under the skin. This includes the 123.9cc fuel injected engine that produces 8.4hp and 10.5Nm of torque. The motor is equipped with a start-stop system. The 2025 Honda Activa is available in 6 colours and prices now start at Rs 94,442 for the DLX variant while the top H-Smart variant with the key fob and keyless ignition costs Rs 97...
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Toyota Innova Hycross vs Mahindra XUV700: which has the better petrol-atomatic?

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Which is the better car between the Toyota Innova Hycross (non-hybrid) and Mahindra XUV700? I'm looking at their petrol-automatic top variants only, with all bells and whistles. Mahesh Motwani, Gurgaon Autocar India says : As you haven't mentioned your requirements in detail, it will be difficult to give you a conclusive response. The Toyota Innova Hycross (petrol-auto) is an excellent chauffeur-driven car with a comfortable second and third row of seats, as well as a pliant ride quality. It also has a more accommodating boot with all three rows in place. In addition, the Innova's petrol-CVT is likely to be more efficient than the 200hp Mahindra XUV700. However, in terms of the cabin experience or its feature-set, the Hycross petrol-auto falls short, since its top-spec is only reserved for the hybrid version. The XUV700 feels more upmarket, and its cabin delivers a 'wow' effect in terms of the design, quality and its expansive set of features, for a relatively s...
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Triumph Speed T4 road test, review

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Triumph’s Speed T4 stands as the most affordable product from the British manufacturer and undercuts the relatively affordable Speed 400. This iteration arrives just a year after introducing the Bajaj-Triumph 400 platform, owing to its origins as a development-stage variant. It does beg the question if one should consider the Speed T4 over the Speed 400, given that they’re separated by less than Rs 25,000. Surprisingly, I’ve come to prefer the Speed T4 in a lot of ways. While the overall silhouette remains the same, very little of the design has changed, and it would be hard to tell the two apart at a glance. The easiest giveaways are the graphics and front fork, which is now telescopic and not finished in gold.  Unique graphics for the T4, but could use more vibrant colours. Furthermore, the handlebar, headlamp mount, and footpeg holders aren’t made of aluminium; instead, they are made of steel. Triumph has also excluded the Speed’s adjustable levers and engine immobiliser...
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Maruti e Vitara teased ahead of Auto Expo debut

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Maruti Suzuki has teased the upcoming e Vitara electric SUV for India ahead of its debut at Auto Expo 2025 (Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025). It will be shown to the Indian audience for the first time on January 17, in New Delhi. The Maruti e Vitara is a 5-seater electric SUV Likely to get two battery pack options at launch Maruti to have EV charging stations at its outlets Maruti e Vitara to take on Creta EV, BE 6e Previously previewed as the eVX concept, the  Suzuki e Vitara  was revealed a few weeks ago in Milan, Italy. This born-electric SUV is Maruti’s first EV for India and will be taking on the likes of the  Hyundai Creta EV  (also launching on January 17), the MG ZS EV, the Tata Curvv, and the Mahindra BE 6 SUVs. The e Vitara is expected to be launched in India by March 2025, followed by a European launch around June next year. The production-spec e Vitara looks quite similar to the eVX concept. However, there are some changes in terms of ...
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New Bajaj Chetak launched at Rs 1.2 lakh

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Bajaj has showcased the next generation Chetak which is based on a new platform and gets additional features. Currently the Chetak is available in three variants. Prices for the Chetak start at Rs 1.20 lakh and go up to Rs 1.27 lakh (ex-showroom, India). Now gets 35 litre boot Gets a new touchscreen TFT New Bajaj Chetak range details The next generation Chetak is equipped with a new frame which houses a 3.5kWh battery that is now located under the floorboard. With this Bajaj claims a bigger range of 153km and the scooter also gets a 950W charger. Bajaj claims a 0-80 percent charge in just 3 hours. The company also claims the new battery is now 3kg lighter.  Apart from this the Chetak carries forth the same equipment as the previous generation Chetak and it uses a 4kW motor. Claimed performance is similar to before with a top speed of 73kph in the top two models and 63kph in the base 3503 model. One of the big advantages with the move to a floor mounted battery is the libe...
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Skoda Superb import units available at Rs 18 lakh discount

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The third-generation Skoda Superb, reintroduced in India in April 2023, is currently available at hefty year-end discounts in select cities. Skoda India brought this sedan in April 2024 as a full import , but the imported units were all manufactured in 2023. Priced at Rs 54 lakh (ex-showroom), Skoda had announced that only 100 units of the imported Superb would be available for sale. While this seems like a limited number, some units remain unsold.  The locally assembled Superb was discontinued in 2023 The MY2023 Superb was reintroduced in 2024 as a CBU Unsold stock is available at discounts of up to Rs 18 lakh Skoda Superb's on road price now near Rs 36 lakh  While Skoda India claims that the third-gen  Superb  has been sold out at their end, some dealers still have stock of the car, which is being liquidated at discounts ranging from Rs 15-18 lakh off the Rs 54 lakh ex-showroom price. We even found some unregistered Skoda Superb units for sale at multi...
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BMW i5 review: Silent M5

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BMW India has upped its game in a bid to close the gap with its arch-rival, Mercedes-Benz, the undisputed market leader in India for over a decade. Earlier this year, the Bavarian brand launched the long-wheelbase 5 Series – a strategic move aimed squarely at the jugular of Mercedes’ bestselling model in India, the long-wheelbase E-Class. This is a direct challenge to the car that has long been Mercedes’ bread and butter in the Indian market, signalling BMW’s intent to disrupt the established order. However, BMW also offers its executive luxury sedan in standard wheelbase form, albeit with quite a twist. A powerful, electric twist of almost 800Nm of torque, to be precise. The standard-wheelbase 5 Series is served up as the all-electric i5, and more than that, it even comes with an M badge. This range-topping M60 version is the ultimate electric BMW you can buy today in terms of performance. It’s clear BMW isn’t content with merely electrifying its executive se...
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Kia Syros makes world debut

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Following multiple teasers, Kia has globally debuted the all-new Syros compact SUV in India today. The Syros is Kia’s second offering in the sub-4-metre space after the Sonet and addresses a key drawback of the latter – rear-seat space. It gets an all-new design language seen on larger Kia models like the EV9, and is currently available with petrol and diesel engines; an all-electric variant will join the line-up later. Syros prices will be announced in February  Gets Level 2 ADAS suite, panoramic sunroof and reclining rear seats Available with 1.0-litre turbo-petrol and 1.5-litre diesel engines Kia Syros exterior design Visually, the Syros seems inspired by global Kia EVs such as the EV9 and EV3. The nose is boxy and upright and the SUV gets vertically stacked headlamps at the edges of the bumper. It has three LED projector units and a distinct drop-down LED daytime running lamp element. Like in EVs, the upper part of the nose is sealed off; the air intakes are positioned ...
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Royal Enfield Bear 650 video review

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Also see:  Royal Enfield Bear 650 review: Bullish on the Bear from Autocar India https://ift.tt/ErZ604F
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Skoda Octavia RS India debut at Bharat Mobility Show

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The new Skoda Octavia RS will make its India debut at the upcoming Bharat Mobility Show, alongside the  new Kodiaq SUV . The Kodiaq will also be shown in India for the first time. Octavia RS 245 was the last RS sold in India New Octavia RS makes 265hp, 370Nm Will be displayed to gauge customer feedback New Octavia RS could come to India as a CBU Skoda sold the last two iterations of the Octavia RS – the RS 230 and RS 245 – in limited numbers as CBUs in India. The Octavia RS 230 was launched in 2017, while the more powerful Octavia RS 245 was launched at the Auto Expo 2020. The standard fourth-gen Octavia , which was assembled in India, went on sale in 2021 and was discontinued in 2023 as BS6.2 emissions norms kicked in. The car is still on sale overseas and has even received a mid-life facelift . Sources tell us that the fourth-gen Octavia RS will be on display at the show to gauge customer feedback, and could be introduced in limited numbers a little later....
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Yamaha Aerox Alpha unveiled overseas

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Yamaha has unveiled the latest iteration of its Aerox scooter series in Indonesia, now sporting the "Alpha" moniker. The Aerox Alpha features a fresh design and new features. Now gets disc brakes on both ends Equipped with YECVT transmission Yamaha Aerox Alpha details The Aerox Alpha now has a sharper and more aggressive design. The headlights feature integrated turn signals and are now upgraded to dual LED projectors. The rear is now redesigned, featuring a new LED taillight and LED indicators.  Yamaha offers the Aerox Alpha in four variants and 7 different colours. New features include a TFT speedometer, traction control, two riding modes, three shift modes and an Emergency Stop Signal (ESS), which flashes all indicators during sudden braking. The new TFT features Bluetooth connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation and gets three display modes.  It continues to be powered by the same 155cc motor that produces 15.4hp at 8,000rpm and a slightly higher 14.2Nm at 8,000rp...
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New Skoda Kodiaq India debut at Bharat Mobility show 2025

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The new Skoda Kodiaq is set to make its India debut at the upcoming Bharat Mobility Show in New Delhi, starting on January 17. The market launch is expected to take place in the April-June quarter of 2025. The new Kodiaq will continue with petrol engine It gets a slightly bigger cabin and more features It is likely to get multiple variants at launch New Kodiaq being tested in India already Skoda India has deployed a few units of the  all-new Kodiaq  on Indian roads for testing. There have been multiple sightings of the new Kodiaq that have hinted at some details of the upcoming SUV, such as the fact that it will be offered with at least two trim levels. The outgoing Kodiaq was introduced with three trims. However, only the top-spec L&K soldiered on till the end of its lifecycle.  New Kodiaq to continue with petrol engine Just like the outgoing model, the new Kodiaq will be sold with the same 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine that churns out 190hp and...
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Audi Q7 facelift review: Less is More?

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The Q7 was the Q that gave Audi India their big break. It established the brand and since then, has been a trusty badge if you want a big, luxury seven-seater SUV. However, competition has never been more cut-throat so to keep the Q7 relevant, it has received a makeover.  Audi Q7 exterior and design It still gets the recognisable face with the wide grille and sharp lines, but look closer and you will spot small vertical chrome elements on the grille giving it a bejeweled look, the LED Matrix headlamps are even more intricate, the bumpers are sportier and feature ducts and faux metal panels. Over to the side, the wheels get an upsize now with 20-inches that replace the 19-inch ones, but the silhouette and lines continue as before. Dimensionally too there is no change so the 3000mm wheelbase and five-meter plus length continue to offer a strong road presence. At the rear the LED tail lamps get new detailing and redesigned bumpers. Trapezoidal exhaust tips complete the look and ...
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Citroen Basalt gets up to Rs 80,000 in year end discounts

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Citroen India has announced significant year-end discounts on its mass market portfolio. Other than the C5 Aircross, the French carmaker is offering benefits and discounts on the Basalt coupe-SUV, Aircross SUV, C3 hatchback and the eC3 EV. And it isn't too surprising, if one looks at the brand's wholesale figures for the last six months. In the June-November period, an average of just 648 units were despatched to dealers. Disclaimer:   Discounts vary from city to city and are subject to stock availability. Please check with your local dealer for the exact figures. Citroen Basalt discounts in December 2024 Up to Rs 80,000 off Citroen's answer to the Tata Curvv, along with the large selection of mid-size SUVs, gets benefits and discounts to the tune of Rs 80,000. After a peak of 579 units in the month of its launch, Basalt sales have been steadily slowing, with just 47 sold in November 2024. However, the coupe-SUV is still the highest-selling Citroen in the August to Nov...
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