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Kia Carnival Limousine  Mini Electric Meets the Original (Austin Seven)  Maserati Levante Trofeo ` 150.00

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Volume 15 / Issue 12 / July 2020

DRIVE NEW

CITY VERNA

The latest generation sedans take
the fight to the next level

Porsche Taycan Turbo S v BMW M5 v Tesla Model S v Polestar 1

ROAD TEST: Škoda Rapid Monte Carlo

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Porsche TAYcAN v rivAls

Porsche’s first all-electric car hits the ground
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8 WELCOME HONDA CITY
12 BULLETIN The all-new CIty is more
striking than ever before
29 INBOX
96 THE GBU 50

Features HYUNDAI VERNA
New look. New engine.
23 HYUNDAI YOUNG ACHIEVERS — I How good is it, then?
What makes young achievers tick?

32 ŠKODA 2.0
The next level of Škoda Auto

86 MINI ELECTRIC
Old meets new in an exclusive feature

Interview

30 BALBIR SINGH DHILLON
We chat with the head of Audi India about

their present and future

34 ZAC HOLLIS
Škoda are on a roll and we speak to their

Director of Sales and Marketing

First Drives

36 MASERATI LEVANTE TROFEO
The new Maserati Trofeo is stunning, but
how does it fare against Sant’Agata’s bull?

Tests

56 MERCEDES-AMG C 63 COUPÉ
AMG’s potent two-door C-Class tested

62 SKODA RAPID MONTE CARLO
All-new engine and a new attitude

68 KIA CARNIVAL
Yes, we tested the big van! The Limousine

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begun testing and reviewing cars for our and driving has become a pleasure. Principal Correspondent Jim Gorde
readers. The automobile industry is facing a
tough time and there is no help from the This month we tested the Kia Carnival and Senior Correspondent Harket Suchde
JRYHUQPHQW WR WLGH RYHU WKH GLIoFXOW WLPHV I was pleasantly surprised to see how the Correspondents Anosh Khumbatta, Joshua Varghese,
The restrictions on the number of people at a 2.2-litre engine performed. I would say the Zal Cursetji, Azaman Chothia
ZRUNSODFH PDNH LW YHU\ GLIoFXOW IRU WKH quality of the Carnival’s interior is better than Art Director Ramnath Chodankar
component manufacturers to manufacture that of some of the MUVs costing twice the
themselves and for the dealer principals. The amount. Thus, it has set a new benchmark Head Design & Production Ravi Parmar
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BMW 4 Series
Breaks Free

The all-new BMW 4 Series T he next-generation BMW 4 in its previous generation, it was a proper
brings a radical new design Series has broken cover and it two-door 3 Series with the “3” actually
language and sporty accents packs a striking new design having four doors. It replaced the 3 Series
that raise the bar and the language that strikes differently Coupé model. A four-door 4 Series Gran
level of competitiveness to some from the front and looks Coupé arrived later, but never mind...
a lot sportier from the side while widening
the rear profile. It’s designed to be sportier the new 4 Series Coupé has a sharper
than ever and be a proper sports coupé character with a specifically optimized
from the outset with a focus squarely on structure and chassis technology to ensure
delivering dynamic driving pleasure and a maximum dynamic performance. A bespoke
clear differentiation from the new 3 Series. package of bracing elements increases
rigidity, while the centre of gravity is 21

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millimetres lower and the rear-axle track 23 inch cluster. A sports steering wheel and Intelligent Personal Assistant.
mm wider than the 3 Series’. The weight has sports seats are standard. Acoustic and BMW 48-volt mild-hybrid technology is
been minimized and features a 50:50 weight thermal comfort are enhanced with a
distribution. BMW targeted optimized windscreen that uses acoustic glass and now on all their four- and six-cylinder
aerodynamics and lift reduction at the standard three-zone automatic climate engines, sharpening response and
rear axle. control. The glass roof’s transparent surface optimizing efficiency. The integrated starter-
is extended by 24 mm. There’s ambient generator (iSg) assists the engines with an
in terms of equipment, dampers with lighting with Welcome Light Carpet, a extra 8.0 kW or 11 hp. In addition, all diesel
bespoke tuning are standard. Options? M Harman Kardon surround-sound system, engines now have two-stage turbocharging.
Sport suspension with an even firmer set-up and an optional BMW Display Key. all variants of the new 4 have a standard
for dampers, mounts, and anti-roll bars, plus eight-speed Steptronic automatic
additional body struts and variable sport A slew of driver assistance systems are transmission, with the option of a Steptronic
steering. Further options include adaptive M onboard, including collision warning with Sport transmission with new Sprint function
suspension with electronically controlled brake input, optional Driving assistant that allows for instantaneous and dynamic
dampers, M Sport brakes, and an M Sport Professional, active navigation with cloud- acceleration manoeuvres. The BMW xDrive
differential with a fully variable locking rear based Maps, and a 70 per cent larger new intelligent all-wheel-drive system is available
differential. BMW Head-Up Display. BMW Operating for two model variants from launch and will
System 7 enables individual and also be seen on four more variants from
inside, it is a driver-focused cockpit with a personalised screens plus use of the BMW March 2021.
10.25-inch Control Display or optional 12.3-

New 4 Series 420i 430i M440i 420d 430d M440d

Engine 2.0-litre, turbo- 2.0-litre, turbo- 3.0-litre, turbo- 2.0-litre, turbo- 3.0-litre, turbo- 3.0-litre, turbo-
petrol four petrol four petrol six diesel four diesel six diesel six

Output 184 hp, 300 Nm 258 hp, 400 Nm 374 hp, 500 Nm 190 hp, 400 Nm 286 hp, 650 Nm 340 hp, 700 Nm

Transmission eight-speed auto, eight-speed auto, eight-speed auto, eight-speed auto, eight-speed auto, eight-speed auto,
rWD rWD aWD rWD, aWD (opt) aWD aWD

Efficiency 18.87 km/l, 17.54 km/l, 14.71 km/l, 25.64/23.25 km/l, 16.13 km/l, 14.93 km/l,
131 g/km CO2 155 g/km CO2 103/112 g/km CO2 146 g/km CO2 158 g/km CO2
(combined, rated) 122 g/km CO2

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Feature | The Young Achiever – I

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Feature | The Young Achiever – I

hen picturing a ceO, yOu may have the image www.carindia.in
of somebody with grey hair and a few wrinkles popping into your
mind, however this reality has been changing. in the past few years,
there’s been a new wave of young cXOs leading successful
companies or helping them reach new heights. though the road
ahead seems like a long, uphill battle, the only deterrent to getting
down is to be inspired by your own zeal every day. this is what our
young achiever Samyak Jain counsels young entrepreneurs about. at
an age where many are still deciding on their future, Samyak heads the marketing team
for the 25 year old brand, Karara mujassme. an alumni of Symbiosis university and S.p.
Jain university, his knowledge and experience has not only contributed to the growth of
the brand but has also helped in getting them partnerships with successful home décor
brands like grand Forge. What differentiates Samyak from other leaders of his age is his
calm and patient nature. When Car India asked the cmO to breakdown his work-life
routine for the readers, Samyak was more than happy. For this expedition, we were in
company with the new Hyundai Creta in Lava Orange, a visibly larger vehicle with a
chunky, square – shaped front end and broad shoulders that complements Samyak’s
personality well.
the team started the journey from Okhla to rajokri which is 25 kms at 6:30 a.m., and
in no time we had touched the highway. yes, with these challenging times, the road was
quite empty, but the Bluetooth connectivity and infotainment system in the car kept us
entertained and relaxed. What we loved about the car was enough leg room in the rear
cabin, and the new Creta also has significantly greater width, so any third passenger
would have been comfortable. even from the backseat, the design of the car is such that
the view forward is clear and better than previous one. And you will definitely love the

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clean and simple dashboard design that adds to elegant yet cast iron gates in ireland and
stylish interiors of the car. we have additionally been
supplying in major countries
it’s 7 a.m. and we have reached our destination. Samyak is like australia, Dubai, France,
ready for his morning walk around the premises that is italy and uSa,” says Samyak
adorned with nature and beautiful sculptures all around. Don’t who also shares that the
be surprised, Samyak is always surrounded with art because biggest milestone still is
his brand Karara mujassme has been setting benchmarks in installing 13 gates in
creating quality and reliable garden furniture and sculptures rashtrapati Bhawan in Delhi.
inspired from the greco-roman as well as contemporary Samyak will be starting his
designs. “It all started with beautification of the famous morning exercise and yoga now, which is also the time when he plans his
Chandni Chowk area in Delhi with our finest lamp posts and entire day.
benches. We have also paved our way abroad as exporters of Our young and energetic Samyak loves his family time. not
surprisingly he owes his success to them. “i am successful only if i could
make my elders proud, comfortable and relaxed.” after having his breakfast
with family, Samyak is ready to leave for work. he is one of the fortunate
ones to have an office in his home premises. Though a very short drive, we
could see the excitement in Samyak to drive the new creta. auto
headlamps, wireless phone charging, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, a
powered driver’s seat, an onboard air purifier and auto climate control are
known features in hyundai’s car by now; what attracted Samyak the most
was an amazing-sounding Bose audio system, the electronic parking brake
and the most exciting, the full-length panoramic sunroof.
as soon as we reached his work space, we could see Samyak playing
many job roles. Samyak is a people’s person and he loves interacting with
new people and expanding his social network. his outgoing nature helps
him engage with Karara mujassme’s customers and make them feel at

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home. “my key responsibility is client servicing and i like to effortlessly
build trustworthy relationships with them and guide them to make the
right choices,” says Samyak. he whole-heartedly believes in Karara
mujassme’s mission and is working tirelessly to make his grandfather’s
dream of making the company the number one outdoor furniture and
home décor brand in the world a reality. therefore he thrives on
constantly pushing the envelope with design, and redefining how
outdoor furniture and home décor is created and adorned. he believes
that the company’s exquisite products have the power to transform
mundane spaces just by their presence. he has an unwavering resolve
to innovate and create avant-garde and out of the box products that
make a difference. By the time we were taking a tour of Samyak’s unit,
he was busy in replying to emails, making phone calls, directing the
team and soon we saw him coordinating the other aspects of business
too. “i also handle logistical planning, workshop routines and staff
management,” says Samyak who is pulling all the stops and giving the
traditional techniques a new dimension. From technological
advancements to the design process, to product development, nothing
that concerns the brand’s vision is foreign to him. Being in the field for
seven years has given him an insight into the nature of their versatile
industry and has helped him expand the ever-growing product range
by introducing new materials and product types.

talking about the challenges, Samyak shares that the brand has a
vast space and a wide variety of products. each product line comes
with its set of challenges. “although these are positive challenges as we
come up with creative solutions to curate our inventory and ensure
both our space, and the products on display are prim and proper. the
main challenge arises in instilling new ideas and new ways of working,
change is always for the better, but the journey to change can be
strenuous,” smiles Samyak, who on the other hand shares that
interacting with creative minds and tasteful clients get him to learn a lot
since its ever evolving.

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Samyak is sorted for the day and is ready to leave now. he loves platform and becoming a renowned name in the outdoor luxury field
spending time with family and doing various activities with them. his worldwide is my ultimate goal,” says the young achiever who loves
day is full of various activities which keep him occupied, but he road trips as it allows him to experience the travel really well. Sharing
always finds time for a match of Basketball and Croquet with his his experience with hyundai creta, Samyak feels that it will surely
father. “i also enjoy gaming with my friends on pS4 and sometimes offer a peaceful drive on the highway for intercity travels, or even the
an intensely competitive game of monopoly and Ludo with my serene drive on the hill roads will be fun and relaxed too. he loved
sisters,” laughs our beaming Samyak. he further adds that, “i have the 10.25-inch touchscreen that sits perfectly with centre console. it is
learnt to take life, a day at a time, improving each and every aspect of slick and crystal clear with sharp graphics, and is loaded with
how we get things done. Our founders have established a name to be features, which include apple carplay and android auto, along with
reckoned with in the indian arena; taking this legacy to a global hyundai’s BlueLink connected car app suite as well.

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Hatchback Hunting also consider the Maruti Suzuki Ignis and Hello, Jatin,
the Volkswagen Polo. All these three The Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza is a great
I am looking for a new car for the city. hatches will meet your criteria of a zippy car compact SUV for long-haul drives. In fact,
Because of the pandemic I want a car of my for the city with app connectivity options. we drove it from India to Nepal and then
own rather than relying on ride-sharing The Polo doesn’t come with a reverse onwards to Bhutan and back last year with
apps or the metro. Since I live in a big city parking camera, though, but it does get no problems whatsoever. Unfortunately,
like Delhi and parking is always a pain, I parking sensors. Take all three hatches for a Maruti Suzuki have decided not to sell the
need something small and easy to park and test-drive, see which one you feel the most Brezza with a diesel engine anymore ever
one that comes with a reverse-assist camera. at home in, and take a call based on your since the BS6 norms came into play. It is
I also want a zippy car with Android Auto experiences with each. now available solely with the 1.5-litre K15B
connectivity and decent mileage. I am petrol engine which serves up 105 hp and
looking at the Hyundai i10 Nios. What A Brezza for Road Trips 138 Nm of torque.
other options are out there for me? Please
advise me. I am in the market for an SUV to replace Delivery Delays
Akhil Mehra, via social media my Swift and I like the Vitara Brezza. My
family has always driven a Maruti car and I I am planning to book a new car (I have my
Dear Akhil, also want to continue with Maruti. I wanted heart set on the Jeep Compass), but I heard
It's great that you want a car of your own to know if the car is good for long-distance from a friend that there are delivery delays
and the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios is certainly driving tours and if it is available with a all over the country in the current situation.
one option that fits perfectly in terms of your diesel engine. Is this true? I don't want to wait for months
requirements. In a similar budget, you may Jatin Jain, by e-mail for my car to be delivered to me. Please let
me know if this is really the case.
thLeetmteorntohF Budget Car for a Big Family Bharat, via social media

I am in the market for a cost-effective car Dear Ravish, Hello, Bharat,
to help take my family around. We need to The Renault Triber would be the ideal Your friend has received accurate
fit up to six pax in the car at a time. I have option for you within that budget. It information; at least to an extent. Delays are
three children. Two of them are young and comes with seating for seven, so your anticipated in deliveries due to production
one is a teenager. My budget is around Rs family should fit in perfectly. It is priced at shutting down during the lockdown,
5-5.5 lakh. What do you suggest? Rs 4.99 lakh (ex-showroom), so it will fit restriction on international trade which
Ravish Juneja, via social media within your price point too. prevented the much-needed supply of parts
and components from abroad, also due to
the pandemic, and the switchover to BS6
compliance for all powertrains. However,
you may not have to wait for the delivery of
your new Compass, depending on how
well-stocked your local Jeep dealership is.
Please make enquiries at the dealerships in
your city, asking them about the availability
of the SUV. They just might have the
vehicle available and ready for delivery.
Good luck to you!

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Interview | Balbir Singh Dhillon

Ring
of Steel

With plans to revamp their entire product
range in India, Audi India say they are
all set to make the four-ringed
brand stronger. Excerpts
from an interview with
Balbir Singh Dhillon,
Head, Audi India

Interviewed by: Sarmad Kadiri

We saw a few new launches in India India’s line-up since 2006. Our first-ever on delivering a great combination of
like the A6, Q8, and, more recently, SUV, the Audi Q7, was an overwhelming efficiency and power. With the launch of
the A8 L. Will Audi India have a success and established the identity of the new Audi A6, we started our petrol
three-car stable till the market the Q-family that expanded to include strategy for the regulation of BS6 models.
situation improves? the Audi Q5, Audi Q3, and, most We continued it with the launch of the
We are looking at a much larger portfolio recently, the Audi Q8. The all-new Audi Audi Q8 and the Audi A8 L. All these
with a slew of launches planned for the Q8 has created a strong pull and we’re models come with a mild-hybrid
rest of the year — this will include a mix happy to report we have already ordered technology.
of volume and RS models. With BS6 our second batch of the highly
regulations, we have decided to revamp personalized SUV. All our upcoming models in the year
Audi’s entire product range in India. 2020 will also be launched with petrol
Therefore, all our upcoming products As India moved to Bharat Stage VI engines only. As we drive in new cars,
will either be brought to India for the (BS6) norms in April 2020, Audi India, the focus for us will be petrol and
first time or will be the next generation or with advanced planning and a focused electrification. Having said that, diesel is
facelift at the least. approach, sold out all its BS4 stock of not a closed chapter for us; as things
cars. With BS6 regulations, we have evolve and pan out, we will evaluate that
There has been no major change in our decided to revamp Audi’s entire product as well.
product plan because of the market range in India. Therefore, as mentioned The e-tron received a great
situation; however, there is a possibility earlier, all our upcoming products will response when you showcased it in
that a particular product launch may either be brought to India for the first India. Will you be launching a halo
move forward or may get pushed by a time or will be the next generation or product like that to enhance the
month or two — this is largely short- facelift at the least. We are doing this in a Audi brand in India?
term. The all-new Audi RS 7 Sportback phased manner. We were the first luxury car brand to
is set for a launch in July and we have reveal an electric car in India in 2019.
opened bookings for the car. As for the future, all we’ll say is there’s The showcase generated tremendous
Audi India have had the strongest more to come very soon. Stay tuned! excitement amongst enthusiasts and
SUV offerings such as the Q7, Q5, Why did you decide to bring only potential customers (first-movers). We
and Q3 and, at some point, probably petrol options to India, whereas the will announce the launch timeline of the
sold more SUVs than sedans. Why competition has both petrol and same in due course. Currently, we are
are these SUVs not on sale here any diesel in their line-up? readying ourselves for this big initiative
longer? We started moving towards a higher mix and preparing ourselves to manage this
SUVs have been an integral part of Audi of petrol engines during the latter half of new technology.
2017. As a brand, we have a clear focus
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Audi occupied the top spot in the concept of work-from-home and this will Is the Indian government doing
Indian luxury car segment for a trickle down to other aspects of life. We enough for the automobile industry?
couple of years, but, in recent are well equipped to cater to this buyer Are there any changes like tax
times, has been lagging behind. with our customer centric AR & VR benefit or subsidies that you hope
What is the reason for this change? initiatives. We have a strong hold on should be implemented due to the
We are not running after market share digitalization and are investing heavily current market situation?
but are eager to strengthen the Audi as we move forward. Luxury car buying We would like to urge the government/
brand in India. Market share at any is a very emotional purchase decision; GST Council to reduce the GST, import
cost is not our approach. While therefore, a “phygital” pre-buying duties, and rationalize the vehicle
shifting from BS4 to BS6 we have experience is what we expect our registration cost for luxury cars. This has
decided certain strategy goals for us customers will be inclined towards. been an ongoing demand from the
that lead to making Audi a far stronger luxury industry. Not only is the GST
brand in India. A luxury car is more of an aspirational high, but there is also a high cess. The
buy rather than a need-based purchase; overall cost of ownership has to be
The customer is at the core of our which is why we will see a gradual brought down to boost the demand in
business — whatever we do, our improvement in the business. This is the segment. The luxury segment is just
utmost priority is our customers. We also true because a large chunk of our over one per cent of the overall
are not running after being the leader buyers are from the business community, automobile segment and to grow the
in terms of volumes; we are instead whose first priority will be to stabilize segment, we need a booster which is not
focusing on building a profitable and their own businesses and thereafter just short-term but a long-term one.
sustainable business model. As a make that luxury car purchase.
brand, we want to be sustainable not SIAM has recommended that
just by focusing on sales, but “Quality On the other hand, there will also be a incentives can be given in the form of a
of Sales” that lead to happy customers set of customers who will make that 50 per cent reduction in the GST and a
and a strong brand. splurge to reward themselves. This set of 50 per cent reduction in road tax and
How does the future of luxury cars customers follow the YOLO (You Only registration charges. These steps will
seem in the post-COVID-19 world? Live Once) attitude in life. help in boosting demand. It has always
Do you expect a drastic change in been a long-standing demand that the
the buying trends? We also anticipate the pre-owned car government should look at the luxury car
There will be a shift towards more business to pick up momentum during segment as a segment that generates
digital research. People are generally this period. Audi India’s pre-owned car revenue and employment and should be
becoming more comfortable with the business, “Audi Approved:plus”, has treated on a par with the volume
seen growth in 2019 when the overall car segment.
market fell and we expect this growth to
continue in 2020.

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Special Feature | Refreshed Approach by Škoda India

LOCKDOWN The lockdown may have
ASSAULT
thwarted Škoda India’s plans but
Story: Joshua Varghese
the manufacturer came back
Š KODA HAVE STAYED RELEVANT FOR 125
years now. That’s no mean feat considering the levels strongly with practices to adapt
of competition they have had to face on the way.
Their motto, “Simply Clever”, rings true in respect of to the new normal

both their products and their positioning in the remains one of the best in the industry while the “Škoda Super Car
Package” manages Preventive Maintenance Service, general
market. Although the unexpected COVID-19 lockdown caught repairs, and wear and tear commodities for up to four years, thus
saving the customer as much as 30 per cent compared to what s/he
the industry by surprise, Škoda were among the first to regroup would have spent otherwise. The package is transferable, of
course, and it works wonders for the resale value of the car. All of
and emerge with a seamless plan to proceed with their goals for the these programmes have been put in place to ensure that owning a
Škoda is an accessible and hassle-free option.
year without violating the rules of the lockdown. Škoda took to
Škoda’s current footprint in the country is spread across 65 cities
social media to virtually launch three new cars: the Rapid TSI, the through as many as 80 dealerships. The company has further
announced that by 2025, it will expand its reach to 150 cities with
Superb, and the Karoq. over 200 customer touchpoints. Škoda have resumed business in a
phased manner in various locations across the country. Their
The virtual launch was crisp and clear and it remains one of the dealerships and service centres have adopted the new normal and
are actively implementing all the social distancing and sanitizing
best launches we have seen in a while. At the fore of this refreshed norms. Their touchpoints are equipped with an adequate number
of hand sanitizers and masks and are further equipped to disinfect
approach for the Indian market is the all-new Turbocharged the premises and the cars due for delivery as well. The
“MyŠKODA” app now provides a platform for current and
Stratified Injection (TSI) engine. These engines are crucial for potential customers to communicate with Škoda about a variety of
topics, making such interactions contactless.
Škoda’s India plans because they offer a good mix of power and

efficiency while producing emissions so low that they are easily

BS6-compliant. In addition to advancements in the technology

provided in their cars, Škoda have also concentrated on making

the whole experience of owning a car much easier for their

customers. The four-year warranty offered by them as standard

ŠKODA RAPID 1.0 TSI

Since its introduction, the Rapid has been a popular model in its segment.
Now the sedan is powered by an engine that is crucial to Škoda India’s BS6
strategy. The 1.0-litre, three-cylinder, turbo-petrol engine develops 110 hp at
5,000 rpm and 175 Nm of torque from just 1,750 rpm. When compared to the
outgoing engine, the new TSI mill claims to offer a 23 per cent increase in
fuel efficiency, 14 per cent rise in torque and five per cent upsurge in power.
Currently, the car is only being offered with a six-speed manual transmission.
Furthermore, the 1.0 TSI engine returned 19 km/litre under standard test
conditions. They are also offering their “Shield Plus”
warranty scheme with every new car. Škoda
are introducing a special EMI holiday
offer (six months) where you can buy
the car you have always aspired to
right now and pay later from Diwali.
Pricing starts from Rs 7.49 lakh
and goes up to Rs 11.79 lakh (all
prices ex-showroom).

32 CAR INDIA July 2020

ŠKODA SUPERB

The 2020 Škoda Superb sedan has been launched in India in two variants:
Laurin & Klement (L&K) and Sportline. The new Superb gets LED lighting all
around, new bumper designs for the front and rear, a shiny new grille, and 17-
inch alloy wheels. The L&K gets a dual-tone interior with a beige and black
combination, while the Sportline makes do with just black. Under the hood is a
BS6-compliant, 2.0-litre TSI petrol engine that makes 190 hp (10 hp more than

the previous model) and a peak torque of 320
Nm. The new Superb only comes with a
seven-speed automatic DSG gearbox
and there will be no manual option
available. The 2020 Škoda Superb
is priced at Rs 29.99 lakh for the
Sportline and Rs 32.99 lakh for
the L&K variant (both ex-
showroom). Furthermore, in
addition to a low EMI finance
plan, Škoda are also offering 57
per cent assured buyback value
after 36 months.

ŠKODA KAROQ

The Škoda Karoq’s styling includes prominent design elements such as the signature Škoda
radiator grille, LED lighting, fog-lamps with cornering function, 17-inch dual-tone alloy
wheels, panoramic sunroof, and chrome design highlights. The SUV draws power from a
BS6-compliant, 1.5-litre TSI turbo-petrol engine that is mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch
automatic DSG (Direct Shift Gearbox). The engine dishes out 150 hp and a peak torque of
250 Nm. In terms of performance, Škoda claim that the Karoq can do 0 to 100 km/h in nine
seconds and then push on for a top speed of up to 202 km/h. These figures do not come at the
cost of fuel efficiency because, according to the Worldwide-harmonized Light-vehicle Test
Procedure (WLTP), the Škoda Karoq returns an impressive
14.49 km/litre. Škoda Karoq offers nine airbags as
standard including dual front airbags, side airbags
all around, driver knee airbag as well as curtain
airbags all around, which is a segment
benchmark. It is currently priced at Rs 24.99
lakh (ex-showroom). Škoda are offering 100
per cent ex-showroom funding at an
incredibly special rate of 8.99 per cent on all
models to bring down the initial investment.

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Interview | Zac Hollis

Škoda Reloaded

Zac Hollis, Director, Sales and Marketing, Škoda Auto
India, reveals Škoda-Volkswagen’s India 2.0 launch
plans and also talks about the initiatives taken by the
auto major to battle the ongoing COVID-19 crisis

Interviewed by: Sarmad Kadiri

The VW Group gave Škoda the have helped us reach the prospective When are the BS6 Kodiaq and Octavia
responsibility of reviving the brand in customers of these new products even due? What new features can we expect
our market, which itself is an uphill task, during the cOVid-19 pandemic. To in them?
and now we’re facing more challenges ensure that we don’t have any sales The Kodiaq and the Octavia will be
due to the cOVid-19 situation. is india disruption, we supported dealers with introduced in Q4 2020 and Q1 2021
2.0 still on track? financial initiatives to ensure their respectively. Both will feature TSi engines
These are difficult times and making up sustenance. additionally, we extended promising a power-packed performance
for the loss of time is indeed a free service and normal and extended and a host of luxury features which will
challenge. However, we are equipping warranty periods for our customers. make both compelling products for the
ourselves and once the situation We also conducted upskill training indian customers.
improves, we are confident of striding sessions virtually with sales consultants The Vision in concept has such an
ahead strongly. Yes, india 2.0 Project is and service advisors and rewarded the appealing design. Will the styling filter
on track and we will be rolling out the best ones. down to the production car?
a0 SUV (first model) under india 2.0 by The prototype flaunts certain elements
Q2, 2021. also, as a responsible corporate, SaVW that designers incorporate to reinstate
The year 2020 has been quite a difficult provided financial aid of rs 1 crore their designing prowess. They have
year with the cOVid-19 outbreak. towards the set-up of the dedicated the creative freedom to showcase the
What has been Škoda india’s response cOVid-19 facility by the Pune-based best designs possible, but it is not
to this crisis? Sassoon General Hospital. additionally, viable to have all the elements in the
We have taken multiple steps to ensure SaVW’s employees contributed a day’s final product. i am confident that the
that we stay ahead of this situation. salary to raise over rs 1.2 crore. final product will be stunning and very
These are challenging times but we are ŠaVWiPL continued to leverage its close to the prototype we showed at the
focusing on efforts to ensure that all of chakan and aurangabad factories and auto Expo.
our plans remain unchanged. So, engineers’ expertise to produce reusable Will the second model based on the
essentially, we are not cutting down on face shields. The group has distributed MQB-a0in platform be a sedan? Will it
any of our investments in india. To 12,000 face shields among hospitals and replace the rapid in india?
ensure the product launches remain on healthcare providers in aurangabad, Yes, the second model will be based on
schedule, we have planned and Beed, Latur, and Pune. the MBQ–a0 in platform, codename a0
executed Škoda auto india’s first ever The Octavia diesel was a blockbuster nB. it will be a new mid-size sedan for
virtual press conference during the which helped establish the Škoda india and replace the current rapid. The
lockdown period to introduce the new brand in india. Why is it that the project is on track and we will launch it
Karoq, rapid, and Superb. To support company is shying away from diesel by the end of 2021.
the launch, we have invested in a digital engines now? are there any EV or hybrid models
sales platform and the online bookings The narrowing difference between the planned for india 2.0? also, do you think
prices of diesel and petrol is pushing india is ready for large-scale
34 car india July 2020 customers to opt for petrol-powered electrification of cars?
vehicles. as a result, the demand for introducing EVs is a long-term plan in
diesel vehicles is decreasing. Even with india. The infrastructure and charging
the new emission norms, diesel facilities all need to be ready to support
vehicles have become pricier. EVs on a mass scale. it will come. Once
Therefore, we will be investing in you can drive a car for 500 km on a
efficient TSi petrol-powered single battery charge and the initial
powertrains for our product portfolio purchase price is not so expensive, then
in the near future. That said, we are demand will happen. We are not near
not writing off diesel completely and that moment in india.
will evaluate the market for the
demand of diesel vehicles and will take www.carindia.in
appropriate measures then.

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First Drive | Maserati Levante Trofeo

Vader’s Baby

We’ve always liked Maserati’s very Maserati take on the
SUV. Is the new 580-hp Trofeo the ultimate Levante?
And can it out-Lambo Lamborghini’s Urus?

Story: Georg Kacher Photography: Tom Salt

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We know the
Levante’s good. So,
just to be sure, we
brought along a Urus…

The Maserati’s weight
penalty is pulverised by the
3.8-litre Ferrari-derived V8,

an engine able to have you
on your knees in awe

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W HOEVER MANAGED TO Maserati Levante Trofeo | First Drive
usher these two gangsta-liveried
choirboys through type approval It’s just a badge
must be very well connected in and the Italian
for “Trophy”.
the shadowy underworld, the And yet…

Vatican or the highest

government circles in Rome.

While the part-throttle drive-by noise in the higher gears

may be almost legal, the decibel explosion in second or

third, with Corsa drive mode activated and the

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malicious damage of property, physical injury resulting

from negligence or latent public disturbance.

And, no, this is not hyperbole. If high-pitched tones

can shatter a wine glass, then thundering great waves of

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in one deafening moment, make window panes rattle,

plot long cracks in the plaster of roadside buildings and

turn friendly neighbours into lifelong enemies. Trouble is,

this all-encompassing noise has narcotic side-effects,

inextricably linked as it is to the sensations of brutal

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the music and the ride, but beware — these two

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The subject of this 300-mile (483-km) test, Maserati’s

Levante Trofeo and Lamborghini’s Urus (here to keep

the Maserati, a test winner a couple of years ago in less

bombastic trim, honest) are textbook examples of both

embarrassing excess and orgasmic excitement. You want

proof? Here it comes: on the Nardo handling track in

Puglia, the 2,200-kilogram Urus matches the lap-times of

the 1,500-kg Huracan RWD down to the very last tenth.

And yet its travel companion need not fear comparison.

On the twirling Bavarian B-roads that follow the

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Innsbruck, the 580-hp Levante Trofeo will spend today

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the centre of the Emilia Romagna have done a remarkable always colour-
brought along. job of re-programming and re-packaging inherent
disadvantages into new slimmer, trimmer class acts best matches his
While a fast Porsche doesn’t come as a surprise, a pair described as Sport Activity Coupés. While the Urus is, in phone case to
essence, a re-bodied and tricked-up Audi RS Q8, the
of SUVs inhaling tarmac at record pace is bound to scare Levante Trofeo shares its architecture with the Ghibli and his test cars
Quattroporte. Despite its passenger-car DNA, the Maser
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however, pulverised on request by the 3.8-litre Ferrari-
oncoming cars suddenly confronted by two unhinged derived V8 engine, an engine able to have you on your
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Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi “Gigi” Buffon and the
speeds. Even within the posted speed limit, it is eye- sprinting talents of the two-time Giro d’Italia winner
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23 miles (37 km)
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mountain road — and this without the scarred leftovers

being posted on YouTube half an hour later…

How is it physically possible to ground these growling

towering infernos, to control the spattering-apart

parallelograms of forces, to vector torque safely through

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The more aesthetically abrasive One of those Facebook
Urus already leads by 13 comments is from Gerd, who
smartphone snapshots. Five owns a supercharged Range
Instagram likes for both. Eleven Rover Sport. He’s eager to
Facebook comments and demonstrate where the hammer
counting. hangs. Fat chance, Gerd.

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First Drive | Maserati Levante Trofeo

(Above) The this under-bonnet gem was conceived to deliver,
Urus is based and so it does, not least because its birth certificate
on an Audi SUV; was issued by the official maranello speed shop. Peak
the Levante on power is a mighty 580 hp at 6,750 rpm, just 250 rpm
Maserati’s cars. shy of the red-line. torque peaks at a physics-defying
You can tell 730 nm, which comes in at 2,500 rpm and sticks
around like a faithful wingman until 5,000 rpm. the
Urus is good for 650 hp and 850 nm. In both cases,
the massive grunt is delivered to its four lucky
recipients by eight-speed automatic transmissions.

We take the duo on a loop that starts north of
munich before curling south and following the border
to tyrol, all the way from rosenheim to within a
stone’s throw of Switzerland. Traffic is usefully light,
even on the motorways. enjoy it while you can; as the
uniquely german autobahn may well lose its coveted
speed-limit-free status in the wake of the next change
of government, fast-lane junkies may have no more
than 18 months before the implementation of a
nationwide 81-mph (130-km/h) restriction.

Since permanent racetracks are few and far
between in the Fatherland, the autobahn is a relatively
safe and incredibly varied natural arena for early-
morning high-performance larks. the a9 from
munich to nuremberg in particular qualifies as a fine
three-lane proving ground tailor-made for the
evaluation of roadholding, directional stability, and
brakes. alternatively, the two-lane a95, which
terminates close to garmisch, is a picturesque test bed
for handling prowess, steering precision, and
overtaking punch when you’re already north of 100
mph (160 km/h).

99 miles (159 km) 175 miles (282 km)

The Urus’ power advantage should driver change. More
be a big deal but reality doesn’t room in the Urus, more
always oblige. drop the hammer riveting soundtrack in
at 100 km/h in the normal drive the Trofeo. now try the
modes and the Maser kicks butt 100 km/h hammer drop
for a couple of car lengths. in corsa mode — yes!

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Though the Urus is the faster car, the
Levante hangs on in there like a suckerfish

attaching itself to its favourite shark

196 miles (315 km) 255 miles (410 km)

From F for full to E for Feels like we just
empty in less than 320 shaved £4k (rs 3.8 lakh)
km. Pass the needle and of prime rubber from
thread, please — that the Pirellis and the
hole in the ozone layer conti Sportcontacts.
needs stitching up. But it was worth it.

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Look dated in
here? Won’t

matter — you’ll
be going too
fast to take
your eyes off
the road

Trofeo gets an Dark, brooding,
aluminium bonnet magnificent
with dual vents
and carbon
splitter, side skirts,

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Maserati Levante Trofeo | First Drive

In this free-rein habitat, where diesel-engined equipped with near semi-slicks (by design and wear) is (Below) Urus
repmobiles slipstream one another at a restricted 250 all over the place with grinding diffs, snarling sensors, really should be
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the BMW X5 M, Porsche’s hybrid Turbo S Cayenne, the okay most of the time but never brilliant. Body control is
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all of the above with a claimed top speed of 300 km/h. Velcro-strap solid to whale-tail swirly.
This corresponds to an insane indicated 317 km/h. The
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stampede 0-100 km/h in 3.6 seconds — that’s 911 Carrera don’t get is guaranteed grip on bumpy turf, consistently
4S territory. Next out of the gate is the Trofeo, which reassuring steering feedback, plenty of room for error or
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induced by the onboard electronic DJ. When in overkill New for the Trofeo is the version of the Q4 all-
mode, the Maserati could do with some chassis control wheel-drive system we know from Ghibli and
tech to get a handle on the strong acceleration squat, Quattroporte. Unlike the permanent quattro-based
brake dive, upshift pitch, body-roll, and the nose-up drivetrain of the Urus, it involves the front wheels only
stance that comes with full-steam throttle use. when the rears reach their traction and roadholding
limit. Should push come to shove, the integrated
Although the Urus is undeniably the faster car, the vehicle control splits the torque evenly between the
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attaching itself to its favourite shark. In our hand-timed, Even though you can’t select undiluted rear-wheel
in-gear sprint from 100 to 200 km/h, the Lambo edges drive, deft oversteer of the power-on and lift-off kind
the Maserati by 11.8 seconds to 13.1 seconds. But can be induced with ESP deactivated.
unleashing the Trident only fractionally earlier invariably
reverses the order. It’s that close in terms of throttle 300 miles (483 km)
response, mid-range grunt, shift pattern, and outright
urge. While the Ferrari engine is more vocal by origin,
the Urus engine is multi-lingual by design. Both cars
cultivate individual tongues inspired by the sound of
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randomly underpinned with rap and techno elements,
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drown out smaller open-air concerts. The background
vocals are courtesy of 22-inch tyres, which burn rubber
even with ESP fully active.

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Ordnance Survey map in the back of your mind rather
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the interesting alternatives to the beaten track. Like the
patchily sealed path that meanders through the gorgeous
Jachenau valley from Walchensee to Vorderriss and from
Lenggries to Mittenwald. Now that the snow has melted
and the rivers run low, you could even venture off road
here and there — but certainly not in these two fatties
shod with shaved on-road rubber. On dry tarmac the
footwear is not that critical, but in the wet the Trofeo

277 miles (446 km)

Out of the twilight, into The Levante wins this weekend’s
the night; Maser first, insect-catching contest, 1,199
Lambo behind. The (estimated) to 1,177 (estimated)
Urus has candles for cadavers, not counting dragonflies.
lamps, the Levante Huge frontal areas make for
floodlights. deafening wind noise.

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First Drive | Maserati Levante Trofeo Lambo plunders Audi R&D

Audi c abin While the Trofeo boasts of adaptive
quality does the matrix headlights, the Lambo’s xenons
lack brightness, range, and uniformity.
Lambo big Why not borrow from audi? Because of
favours the high transfer costs audi are
charging its own sub-division…
Unique to the Levante are electrically
adjustable pedals; special to the Urus
are night vision, head-up display, top-
view cameras, and an akrapovic
sports exhaust.

the Urus wins this super-SUv summit because of the The steering is light in
broader spectrum of road, track and off-road manners, and Normal and meaty in
the even greater sense of occasion. this victory is backed by Corsa, yet it always feels
four game-changing elements: rear-wheel steering, active oddly spring-loaded
anti-roll bars, air springs, and carbon-ceramic brake discs.
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rear-steer is one of those things one tends to notice only
when it’s not there. although it does tighten the turning
circle, the Urus is no black cab. But the system pays out fat
g-force dividends through the twisties, where this
Lamborghini is surprisingly chuckable for a high-roofed
behemoth. It also brings almost unreal high-speed stability,
which bunkers more confidence than even pessimists could
ever use up. Powered by a 48-volt system, the active
stabilizers act like a magic carpet, keeping the body in
check irrespective of whatever momentary earthquake
might occur beneath it.

make no mistake, this is not a compliant crossover by
any stretch of the imagination. But the vertical cushioning
effect of the air suspension and the horizontal sedation
effort of the self-adjusting roll bars provide a unique level
of physical composure which takes the sting out of pressing
on regardless.

the gap between the two candidates widens further on
steering and brakes. the Levante’s steering is light in
normal and meaty in Corsa, yet it always feels oddly spring-
loaded irrespective of the settings. Its self-centring action is
annoyingly exaggerated, there’s a growing vagueness as you
apply more lock, and the soft-ish damping can be at odds
with Skyhook’s algorithms. all this doesn’t mitigate the car’s
tendency to understeer at the limit, which means less grip
despite more lock, a familiar formula for frustration.

there is little wrong with the absolute stopping power of
the modenese entrant, but the grabby pedal feel and the
extra effort it takes to bring the vehicle to a halt are an
acquired taste. In both departments, the Urus plays in a
league of its own. It has the sharper and more responsive
steering which delivers the right amount of feedback
irrespective of speed, input or undulations. the
Lamborghini’s carbon-ceramics are nicely progressive,
inexhaustible, and powerful.

Ultimately, the Urus fuses Italian charisma and german
engineering into one pace-setting whole that possesses all
the ingredients of which memorable drives are made.
although the maserati is impressive and enjoyable, the
Lamborghini shows how much better it could have been.

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Has tradition. Needs more tech Has the power. Needs the glory Maserati LeVante trofeo

The cockpit layout of the Levante is The Lambo is more powerful and has better Price: £124,940 (rs 1.2 crore)
pleasantly riddle-free, the leather cabin quality, but what really sets it apart is Performance: 580 hp @ 6,750 rpm,
uncommonly soft to the touch, and the seats that its playful yet professional chassis 730 nm @ 2,500 rpm, 4.1 seconds
comfortable and supportive. Traditionalists rewrites the rulebook on dynamic
may prefer the hooded analogue dials to the immersion for SUVs. Smearing, sliding, 0-100 km/h, 300 km/h
funky digital instruments of the Lamborghini. slipping, and struggling when exhausted to Powertrain: 3,799 cc twin-turbo V8,
Predictably, though, the Urus’ audi-sourced the bottom of its guts, the machine wearing
infotainment is a cut above its italian the trident just cannot match the eight-speed dual-clutch auto,
equivalent. Both candidates can be had with Lamborghini’s startling agility and all-wheel drive
the most essential driver assistance systems, interactivity. Weight: 2,170 kg
but connectivity is not nearly as advanced as,
say, Mercedes’ MBUX. Efficiency: 7.65 km/l, 319 g/km cO2
On Sale: now

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First Drive | Honda City ZX i-VTEC CVT

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W ITH OVER TWO DECADES BEHIND IT, THE
Honda City is one of the longest-running car
badges in our market, with timely updates and fresh
models keeping it relevant in an ever-changing

landscape. Competitors have come and gone over

the years, the advent of crossover SUVs and sub-

four-metre sedans has eaten into C-segment sales,

but, through it all, the City endures, continuing to be one of the best-

selling sedans in our market.

For 2020, Honda have given us the fifth-generation City which builds

on the outgoing model’s strengths with an eye-catching design, class-

leading interior space, and excellent driving dynamics. The car is being

offered with either 1.5-litre petrol or 1.5-litre diesel powerplants, and I

recently spent a day with the top-end ZX variant of the petrol-powered

City, equipped with the optional CVT automatic.

The design of the new City is clearly an evolution of the fourth-

generation car, retaining the broad chrome strip running across the nose

and a familiar side profile. Headlights are now slimmer and get an array of

nine LEDs each for illumination, plus LED DRL strips above and slim

LED turn signals below. The bonnet seems to have muscled up, while the

darkened LED tail-lamps have also been redesigned and create a unique

light signature as they wrap around the corners of the rear at the same

level as the sharp shoulder-line.

The fifth-generation Honda City uses the same platform as the outgoing

car and shares the same 2,600-millimetre wheelbase, so we still get a

spacious passenger area. The thoroughly redesigned cabin features light-

coloured leather upholstery that contrasts well with the mostly black

dashboard, with a couple of faux wood inserts thrown in for good

measure. I quite like the simple, mature design of the interior, dominated

by horizontal lines, with an eight-inch touchscreen infotainment display

www.carindia.in (Above) 1.5-litre four-cylinder motor loves revs

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First Drive | Honda City ZX i-VTEC CVT

taking centre stage between two angular air vents. all the standard
connectivity options are available, while honda have also included an
app-based amazon alexa system for voice commands and remote
capabilities to lock or unlock the doors, start the engine or turn on the
climate control system. class-leading leg- and knee-room at the rear will
keep taller passengers happy and comfortable, while the well-shaped and
supportive seats are clearly a step up from the outgoing car. although i
found the clear-cut design of the interior quite appealing, there are a few
places under the dash that seem somewhat plasticky, and the central
infotainment display is angled slightly upwards, catching the sun during
the afternoon hours, rendering it unusable.

settling into the driver’s seat, the leather-wrapped steering wheel feels
nice to grip, and the steering-mounted controls feel sturdy and intuitive.
honda have ditched the three-dial driver interface in favour of a sportier

(Top)
Dashboard is
uncluttered and
dominated by
horizontal lines

(Above)
Sunroof only for
front seat
occupants

(Left) Crisp
instruments are
easy to read,
and the tacho
pane can be
customized

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Honda City ZX i-VtEC CVt

Price: na
Engine: 1,498 cc, in-line four, i-VTEc

Max Power: 121 hp at 6,600 rpm
Max Torque: 145 nm at 4,300 rpm
Transmission: Seven-step cVT, front-wheel drive
Suspension: MacPherson strut front, torsion beam rear

Weight: 1,153 kg (kerb)

twin-pod design, with white markings and needles on a black background, for easy
readability at a glance. at first i thought that i was looking at a pair of analogue clocks
and while this is true of the physical speedometer on the right, the rest of the driver’s
instrumentation is actually a tFt screen that displays speed, fuel level, coolant
temperature, odometer, and the extremely real-looking tachometer on the left. the
tacho can be replaced with a number of options, including trip computer, fuel efficiency
and G force meter, while warning messages are also displayed in this area. Lane watch
the neat, uncluttered presentation of the dash is something that really appealed to camera

activates with

me the moment i got behind the wheel. the wing mirrors have been moved back from the turn signal

the a-pillar to reduce the blind spot in this region,
and the driver has clear views all around. honda have
also included a lane watch camera under the left-side once on the move, the new city feels light on its feet, while the motor
seems eager to rev from anywhere above 2,000 rpm. driving with a light
wing mirror, which shows you exactly what is just foot will have the cvt keep revs low as you progressively pick up speed,
beside the car on the central display whenever you
switch on the left turn signal. but shift to sport mode and step on the gas to watch the motor spinning up
to 6,500 rpm in each ratio, the way only a naturally aspirated petrol engine
Powering this new city is the latest iteration of knows how to. the rubber-band effect of the cvt is greatly reduced as
honda’s 1.5-litre, four-cylinder i-vtec motor
breathing through a 16-valve dohc head. this compared to previous models and you won’t notice it unless you are really
looking for it.
engine has been carried over from the outgoing model the city also seems extremely planted at speed, with minimal
with a couple of tweaks for bs6 compliance and while
peak torque is still 145 nm at 4,300 rpm, peak power understeer making itself known unless really pushing it hard through
tight corners. honda claim to have improved the chassis’ torsional
is up from 119 hp to 121 hp at 6,600 rpm. the motor is rigidity and refined the esc with a new agile handling assist (aha)
mated to a seven-speed cvt, with paddle-shifts
included if you wish to take over manual control of function that selectively applies the brakes during cornering to keep the
car stable. these systems, in conjunction with a well-damped suspension
the transmission. set-up, endow the new city with extremely confidence-inspiring

handling characteristics.
For over two decades, the honda city has been a best-seller in its
segment and the 2020 version takes this legacy forward with a new look,
refined technology, and the versatility to appeal to both the chauffeur-
driven executive and the self-driving enthusiast. honda’s popular sedan
isn’t going out of style anytime soon.

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Road Test | Hyundai Verna MPI IVT

Versatile
Verna

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Road Test | Hyundai Verna MPI IVT

T he hyundai Verna has been a strong contender in the c
segment since its launch back in 2006, consistently offering buyers an attractive
combination of stylish exteriors, well-appointed interiors, and powerful engines.
the car has evolved through facelifts and newer versions over the last 14 years,
going through the “transformed” and “fluidic” phases, finally leading to the
new-for-2020 hyundai Verna splashed across these pages. our test car is the
top-end sX(o) variant powered by hyundai’s 1.5-litre dohc petrol-powered
motor, mated to an eight-speed cVt.
as you can see, the new Verna is quite a looker, with strong lines flowing back from that massive grille
up front, over the sharp Led headlamps and on to the a-pillars. the design of the front air dam and
recesses for the fog-lamps give the face some character and, while the large grille melds well with the
design, i’m not a fan of its heavily textured, criss-cross chrome detailing, which is a little too gaudy for
my taste. the roof-line curves in an almost coupé-like fashion back towards the boot, where the diffuser
on the lid adds a sporty touch. angular Led tail-lamps wrap around the rear edges just below the
pronounced shoulder-line, and the dual-tone 16-inch
alloys look quite stylish.
the interior of the new Verna is a pleasing contrast of equipment levels and the new Verna is no different. occupants are pampered
beige and black and surrounds the occupants with soft by leather upholstery, ventilated front seats, multiple usb power outlets, a
and textured surfaces that all feel quite premium. sunroof, wireless charging for compatible mobile devices, a cooled glovebox,
hyundai clearly know how to create attractive cabins. tyre pressure monitoring, automatic trunk unlock, rear sunblind and more, as
the centrally located eight-inch full-colour touchscreen well as the connected blue Link technology that we have already seen in the
infotainment display is flanked by a pair of vents, with hyundai Venue and the new creta. rear seats are comfortable and
the basic audio and air-conditioning controls located supportive, but limited knee- and leg-room may leave taller passengers
just below. the driver interface is completely digital, feeling somewhat cramped.
with a speedometer on the left, tacho on the right, and the 1.5-litre four-cylinder dohc motor powering our test car makes 115
the space between the two used for warnings and hp at 6,300 rpm, with torque peaking at 144 nm at 4,500 rpm, while the
notifications. the speedo lights up in the conventional eight-speed cVt it is mated to does a fantastic job of keeping the revs down.
clockwise direction, while the tacho mirrors it and is drive with a light right foot and the Verna effortlessly picks up speed, the
calibrated counter-clockwise. While the snazzy cockpit eight-speed cVt shifting up early to keep the revs
graphics look attractive and upmarket, i found the between 2,000 and 3,500 rpm. Put your foot down and
display a little too cluttered to read at a glance. (Below) Interior the transmission holds on to ratios longer, shifting up at
feels airy and around 6,000 rpm, but if that’s how you drive, you
hyundai have always boasted of class-leading upmarket

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(Above) 1.5-litre Hyundai have always
petrol motor boasted of class-leading
delivers a strong equipment levels and the
mid-range new Verna is no different

(Left) Sunroof would much rather pick the optional 120-hp one-litre turbo petrol
brightens up the motor with its dct transmission. i found that the best way to
cabin drive our test car was to enjoy its mid-range as it picked up speed,
rather than constantly revving it to the moon, since it would start
www.carindia.in to feel somewhat strained upwards of 5,000 rpm. once up to
speed, the car feels extremely stable and unstressed and cruises
along comfortably at 150 to 160 km/h at less than 4,000 rpm.
ultimately, the Verna strikes a fine balance between peppy
acceleration at city speeds and relaxed high-speed cruising out on
the highway.

during our performance testing, the new Verna dispatched 60
km/h from a standstill in just over six seconds, while 100 km/h
came up in less than 13 seconds. While blazing acceleration and
exciting performance may not be what this car is all about, its forte
seems to be effortless cruising at triple-digit speeds on the

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Hyundai Verna 1.5 MPI IVT SX(O) (Rs 13.85 lakh, ex-showroom) Car Road Test 595

Ground Clearance NA Overall Height 1475 mm

Wheelbase 2600 mm Width 1729 mm (excluding mirrors)
Overall Length 4440 mm Track (Front/Rear) NA
Kerb Weight NA

SPECIFICATIONS TEST RESULTS

ENGINE WHEELS & TYRES SPEEDO ERROR (KM/H) BRAKING
Wheel Size
Cylinders Fou in-line Tyre Size 16” Indicated True 80-0 km/h 2.50 s, 27.94 m
195/55 R16 20 18.6 100-0 km/h 2.98 s, 42.59 m
Layout Front longitudinal BRAKES 40 37.2
Front Ventilated discs 60 56.7
Type Naturally-aspirated, MPFI Rear Drums 80 76.2
100 96.7
Fuel Petrol 120 116.0
140 136.4
Bore x Stroke NA 120 156.4

Capacity 1,497 cc PERFORMANCE FACTORS

Compression Ratio NA Power:Weight (hp/tonne) NA
Specific Output (hp/litre) 76.82
Valvegear DOHC, four valves/cyl Specific Torque (Nm/litre) 96.19

SUSPENSION STANDING 1/4 MILE

ENGINE OUTPUT Front MacPherson Strut with 0-400m Sprint 19.03 s FUEL EFFICIENCY (KM/L)
Max Power (hp) Rear coil spring and damper Terminal Speed 122.55 km/h
Power Peak (rpm) Coupled torsion beam
Red-line (rpm) 115 City 10.5
Max Torque (Nm) 6300
Torque Peak (rpm) 6500 OVERTAKING ACCELERATION Highway 18.0

TRANSMISSION 114 Roll-ons (km/h, seconds) Overall* 12.37
Eight-speed, CVT 4500 40-60
Final Drive 60-80 2.34 * Overall is 25% highway and
Drive Wheels NA 80-100 2.93
FWD ACCOMMODATION 100-120 3.91 75% city driving
5.16
Seating 5

Head Room, F/R 990/940 mm

Leg Room F (max/min) 1150/955 mm TEST CONDITIONS

Knee Room F (max/min) 870/660 mm TOP SPEED
Achieved
Knee Room R (max/min) 755/525 mm Altitude 12 m above MSL
Weather Warm, windless, dry
Shoulder Room 1250 mm 163.79 km/h

Fuel Tank 45 litres

Boot Volume NA PERFORMANCE

DRIVER AIDS ACCELERATION (km/h)200
ABS, EBD, ESC, VSM, Hill-hold, TPMS
180
STEERING
160 25.93
Type Rack and pinion, CAR RATINGS
140
electric power-assisted & Style:
Powertrain: 120 18.34
Lock to lock 2.75 turns Performance: 100 12.90
Fuel Efficiency: 80 8.92
HIGHLIGHTS Dynamic Ability: 60 6.08
Space: 40 3.77
Sharp design Creature Comforts: 20 1.73
Flexible motor Driver Appeal:
Upmarket interior Safety: TIME (seconds)
Interior: 0
Cluttered driver interface Suspension:
Rear legroom Ride Quality: 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28
Handling:
Steering:
Braking:



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