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GaadiWaadi - Here, we have compared the spec sheets of the new Maruti Baleno with one of the best driver’s cars in the Indian market, Volkswagen Polo Maruti Suzuki recently launched the updated Baleno in the Indian market. The new hatchback has managed to garner fairly impressive booking numbers, and the sales performance is expected to be as good as the previous model, if not better. Following the update, the Baleno gets major changes in design, along with plenty of new features. Among Indian car enthusiasts, VW Polo still remains an extremely popular choice. Here, we compare these two cars on paper, to see which is the better deal between the two. Maruti Baleno vs Volkswagen Polo – Exterior design and dimensions The new Maruti Baleno looks significantly sportier than the previous version. It gets aggressive-looking headlamps and taillights, sporty front bumper and grille, dual-tone 16-inch alloy wheels, etc. The silhouette, however, is fairly similar to the previous iteration, ...

GaadiWaadi - Maruti Suzuki Alto will undergo a generation change soon, and the next-gen model is expected to be underpinned by the brand’s Heartect platform Maruti Suzuki has a plethora of new launches lined up for the Indian car market. One of these forthcoming vehicles is the next-generation Alto, which is currently being road-tested by the Indo-Japanese carmaker. The test models seem to have slightly larger dimensions than the current Alto, although all prototypes spotted so far had full-body disguise, making it harder to properly judge it. Despite the disguise, it surely seems like the next-gen Alto will have a more aggressive design than the existing model. Spy pictures show sharp-looking headlamps, a large front grille, and bulbous taillights. The side profile of the car is curvy yet simplistic, and we can see small steel wheels here, similar to the current model. Maruti Suzuki will likely utilise the Heartect platform for the new-gen Alto. It should be noted that the new Ce...

GaadiWaadi - Check out our list of seven upcoming Tata cars in India, including EVs and fossil-fuel-powered cars, which are speculated to launch soon Tata Motors has been enjoying a strong sales success in the Indian car market, thanks to its ‘New Forever” range of passenger vehicles. The brand recently introduced the ‘Kaziranga Edition’ of its SUVs, and it has a few other special edition cars on sale as well. The brand is planning to expand its PV portfolio in India further, and a few models are already in the making. Here, we have listed the top seven upcoming Tata cars in India, for which the anticipation is high in the Indian market. 1. Updated Tata Nexon EV Tata Motors is planning to update Nexon EV in India very soon, and test models of the same have been doing rounds on the streets. Along with minor styling changes, the electric SUV will get a long-range version – expected to be powered by a 40 kWh battery pack – which will be sold alongside the standard version. We expect...

Skoda Auto India is ready to launch the all-new Slavia mid-size sedan tomorrow (28 th February 2022). It will be made available in three trim – Active, Ambition and Style – powered by the 1.0L, 3-cylinder TSI and 1.5L, 4-cylinder TSI petrol engines. The automaker will announce prices of the 1.0L petrol variants on 28 th Feb, while the 1.5L petrol models will see a release on 3 rd March 2022. Deliveries will begin soon after the price announcements of their respective launch dates. The new Skoda sedan model lineup is expected to come in the price range of Rs 10 lakh – Rs 16 lakh (ex-showroom). In the mid-size sedan segment, the Skoda Slavia will face challenge from the Honda City, Maruti Suzuki Ciaz, Hyundai Verna and the upcoming Volkswagen Virtus . Volkswagen’s new sedan will make its world debut on 8 th March and witness a launch in May 2022. The smaller capacity gasoline unit produces a peak power of 115bhp and 175Nm of torque, the 1.5L motor delivers 150bhp against 250Nm. Bo...

GaadiWaadi - Kia Carens has a lot of interior space and storage on offer, and here, we check out exactly how much space it has, using our unique practicality test Kia Carens was launched in India earlier this month, and it has reportedly managed to garner a strong demand. The new Kia MPV is quite spacious and comfortable, and we decided to test out exactly how practical it is. Our exclusive practicality test video below will answer all the questions you might have in this regard. As soon as you step into the Carens, you’re greeted by three bottle holders on the front doors, along with an umbrella holder and additional space for coins or mobile phones. A small retractable tray is offered on the dashboard on the driver’s side, for storing the key fob and parking/toll receipts. The centre console gets cooled cupholders and a wireless smartphone charger, along with more cubby holes beneath the armrest. There’s also a sliding tray below the first-row passenger seat, which can hold a fe...

GaadiWaadi - The next-generation Toyota Innova Crysta is currently in development, and here, we list everything we know and expect from it Japanese carmaker Toyota is working on the next-generation version of the Innova Crysta, MPV and a test mule of it was recently spotted on international soil. The spy pictures of the new-gen Innova Crysta gives us a few clues about it, and there are plenty of speculations floating around to fill the gaps. Here, we take a look at all the details and features we expect to see on the next-gen Toyota Innova Crysta. Exterior design In the spy shot, the test mule was mostly covered in camouflage, to hide the exterior design details. The overall silhouette looks pretty familiar, but there are noticeable changes here. The taillights have a different design, and the tailgate is fairly upright, to maximise interior space. The greenhouse area looks large, similar to the current model, and we also see blacked-out alloy wheels here. Rendering Source: IA ...

Maruti Suzuki has recently launched the new Baleno and the WagonR facelift in the country. The new Baleno comes with significantly revised design and all-new feature-loaded cabin. The big change comes in the form of safety, as the platform and the body panels have been upgraded with thicker steel. Not just Baleno, MSIL is also planning to launch a wide range of new models in the next 10 months, and here’s the list – Maruti Ertiga facelift Maruti Suzuki is all set to launch the new Ertiga facelift in the month of March 2022. The new model will receive minimal design and interior changes; however, the engine-gearbox options are likely to remain the same. The new model will get new front grille, new exterior colour options and new wheels. It will be powered by a 103bhp, 1.5-litre K15B petrol engine with SHVS mild hybrid system. Transmission choices will include a 5-speed manual and a new 6-speed torque convertor automatic. New XL6 Facelift MSIL will also launch the new XL6 facelift ...

GaadiWaadi - The ‘Kaziranga Edition’ of Nexon and Harrier have a few new features, which will likely be added to their respective standard version soon Tata Motors recently introduced the ‘Kaziranga Edition’ of its SUVs, which feature a unique ‘Grassland Beige’ colour theme, with a blacked-out roof, along with a unique cabin upholstery and bespoke interior trims. On Nexon and Harrier, the differences are not limited to just aesthetics; some additional features have been added to them. Tata Nexon Kaziranga Edition gets ventilated front seats, auto-dimming IRVM, and an in-built air purifier. These features could make their way to the standard range later, albeit with a price hike. The Kaziranga Edition of Harrier gets the following additions – ventilated front seats, an in-built air purifier, and wireless smartphone connectivity (Apple CarPlay and Android Auto) – which are expected to be offered on the standard range soon. The reason for this speculation is simple; Tata Motors had l...

GaadiWaadi - Check out our spec-sheet comparison of the newly-updated Maruti Baleno with Tata Altroz, to know which of the two is a better deal on paper The “new age” Maruti Suzuki Baleno was launched in India recently, and it has already managed to garner decent popularity. The updated version sports changes in the design – interior and exterior – along with plenty of additional features. With these, the Baleno is now even more premium than before. In the Indian market, one of its biggest rivals is Tata Altroz. Here, we have compared the spec sheets of these two premium hatchbacks, to see how they stack up against each other. Maruti Baleno vs Tata Altroz – Exterior design and dimensions The new Maruti Baleno is significantly more premium than the previous model. It gets a pair of sharp-looking headlamps and taillamps, aggressive front bumper, shapely front grille, upmarket 16-inch alloy wheels, etc. The overall silhouette, however, is fairly similar to the previous model’s, thus...

GaadiWaadi - Check out our list of the top ten forthcoming Maruti Suzuki cars, which are expected to go on sale in India this year Maruti Suzuki, the largest car manufacturer in India, is planning to launch a few new vehicles in our market. These include a few brand-new models, updated versions of existing cars, and new powertrain options in existing cars. With this, the carmaker is planning to gain back the market share that it has lost in the recent past. Here, we have listed the top ten upcoming Maruti Suzuki cars, which are expected to launch in India before the end of the year. 1. Maruti Swift CNG Maruti Suzuki is planning to expand its CNG passenger car range in India. One of the most popular cars in the Indian market – Swift – will soon get a CNG powertrain option as well. This will be the same 1.2L NA petrol engine as the regular version, with a factory-fitted CNG kit added to the mix. We expect Maruti Swift CNG to launch very soon, likely in a few weeks. 2. Maruti Dzir...

GaadiWaadi - 2022 Maruti Suzuki Baleno is sold in six colour schemes, one engine and two transmission choices Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) announced the launch of the facelifted Baleno only a few days ago and it comes with a slew of updates inside and out. The premium hatchback is currently on sale in 102 markets across the globe and it was the fastest to reach one million sales within the brand’s portfolio. It competes against Tata Altroz and Hyundai i20 primarily. The 2022 Maruti Suzuki Baleno reservations have already crossed the 25,000 mark and the five-seater is sold in Sigma, Delta, Zeta and Alpha trims with a much-improved features list. The new Baleno can be had in six colour schemes namely Pearl Arctic White, Splendid Silver, Grandeur Grey, Celestial Blue, Opulent Red and Luxe Beige. In our exclusive video, we have explained all the colourways the updated Baleno is retailed with while the variant comparisons can also be seen on the Gaadiwaadi Youtube channel. As for...

GaadiWaadi - Renault Megane E-Tech is offered with 40 kWh and 60 kWh battery configurations globally and it could be priced above Rs. 45 lakh (ex-showroom) Renault India is reportedly considering stepping into the electric vehicle space with the Megane E-Tech. It is no secret that mainstream carmakers are making moves to bring up their EV portfolio and the segment is currently led by Tata Nexon EV. The Megane E-Tech is based on the dedicated CMG-EV architecture and it was revealed at the 2021 IAA Mobility last September. Capitalising on the popularity of the standard Megane, the E-Tech adds a lot of modern flavour with an electric powertrain. The Renault Megane E-Tech is the second mainstream EV from the French brand following the Zoe (showcased previously at Indian Auto Expo) and it must be noted that the recently spotted Arkana SUV coupe is also being evaluated for India. The Megane E-Tech is the production version of the Megane eVision concept and is the first model to wear Ren...

Tata Motors keeps updating its existing model lineup with addition of new features, variants and editions. According to a fresh media report, the company might soon introduce three new features to its highly popular Tata Nexon and Harrier SUVs. Both models are likely to receive wireless charging, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity and ventilated front and rear seats as standard fitments. The report further states that the Nexon and Harrier could also get unique features as standard from their Kaziranga Editions. Just so you know, the Tata Nexon and Harrier Kaziranga Editions come with the Black and Earthy Beige dual-tone interior theme with leatherette upholstery and door cards and a faux wood insert. Features such as an auto dimming interior rear-view mirror (IRVM), an in-built air purifier and Tata’s iRA connected car tech are also new on-board. No changes will be made under the hood. The Tata Nexon will continue to come with the 110bhp, 1.2L turbo petrol and 11...

Skoda is all set to launch the new Slavia mid-sized sedan on March 28, 2022. Volkswagen has also confirmed that its upcoming mid-sized sedan will be called the Virtus, which is set to make global debut on March 8. The company has also teased the top-spec GT Line variant; revealing the exterior design highlights.  The top-of-the-line Volkswagen Virtus GT variant will come with a sporty design elements, which will differentiate it from the standard car. This is the same strategy that is adopted for the Taigun SUV. The Virtus GT comes with some chrome enhancements, GT badges and newly styled alloy wheels. The top-spec Volkswagen Virtus GT will be powered by a 1.5-litre TSI 4-cylinder turbo petrol engine. Both manual and automatic versions will be on offer. Volkswagen Virtus is already on sale in the South American markets since 2018. In India, VW will launch the facelifted Virtus that will make a global debut on March 8. The model will first go on sale in India by May 2022. The ...