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GaadiWaadi - The midsize SUV segment is hotly contested in the Indian market and here we have listed the most sought-after top five models in the Rs. 10-18 lakh price range The midsize SUV segment has been all the rage in recent times as more customers wanting to own a new vehicle are preferring SUVs with high ground clearance, good interior space and bootspace, decent performance characteristics and equipment list loaded with high-end features and technologies. Here we have listed the top five midsize SUVs in the Rs. 10-18 lakh price bracket. 1. Hyundai Creta: The Hyundai Creta has long led the midsize SUV segment and is expected to get a notable facelift sometime next year. It is currently priced between Rs. 10.44 lakh and Rs. 18.24 lakh (ex-showroom) and is available in an expansive range with three engine and multiple transmission choices. The 1.5-litre petrol engine develops 115 PS and 144 Nm while the 1.5-litre diesel delivers 115 PS and 250 Nm and the 1.4-litre turbo petro...

Tata Motors has finally introduced the new Tiago electric vehicle in the Indian market. Positioned below the Tigor EV, the Tata Tiago EV is the most affordable electric passenger vehicle in the country. The new Tata Tiago electric has been launched at a special introductory price of Rs 8.49 lakh. The Tata Tiago electric looks largely identical to the ICE-powered model; however, Tata has made some EV-like design elements. The new model comes with blue accents on the front grille and around the fog lamp housing. The hatchback gets a blanked-off grille in gloss black with tri-arrow pattern, EV badging and projector headlamps. The new model comes with features like sport mode, connected car tech, leatherette seats, fully automatic AC, cooled glovebox and i-TPMS as standard. The new Tata Tiago EV comes equipped with multi-mode regen, cruise control, fast charging technology and ZConnect features. Most of the features are shared with the regular ICE model. It has rear defogger, rear parki...

Lohia Machinery Limited (LML) is all set to make a comeback in the Indian market. This time around, the iconic two-wheeler brand will re-invent itself as an electric vehicle brand. LML has already patented multiple names in India. In fact, a new LML Start electric scooter and an all-new electric bike have already been spotted in India. LML Star Electric Scooter It is expected these two EVs will first go on sale in our market. The new Electric scooter and bike are most likely to make India debut on September 29, 2022. The LML Star electric scooter comes with minimalistic design with straight lines and clean body panels. The leaked images reveal that the electric scooter gets an LED DRL at the front apron, and the headlight is placed on top of the DRL. The front apron is finished in glossy black. The Star electric scooter comes with square-shaped digital instrument console, which is likely to show multiple info including charging levels and range. Also visible are the red highlights ...

The home-grown two-wheeler maker has rolled out the Hero Xtreme Stealth Edition 2.0 at Rs 1,29,738 (ex-showroom, Delhi). The new model has been priced around Rs 7,000 premium than the old Stealth Edition and Rs 9,000 premium than the Xtreme 160R dual disc variant. It will continue to take on the Bajaj Pulsar N160, TVS Apache RTR 160 4V, Yamaha FZ-FI and Suzuki Gixxer. The model comes in Black and Red paint scheme with dark finish on body panels, engine head, forks tubes, grab rail and pillion footrest. The contrast red paint graphics and red finish on the rim stickers further enhance its sporty appearance. The bike also has a bigger belly pan than before and knuckle guards. The Hero Xtreme Stealth Edition 2.0 has been packed with the ‘Hero Connect’ feature for the smartphone connectivity. It offers features such as tow away alert, geo fence alert, topple alert and speed alert. Similar to the previous model, the new Hero Xtreme Stealth Edition 2.0 uses the 163cc, single-cylinder, ai...

Maruti Suzuki has finally announced the prices of the new Grand Vitara SUV in India. The new model is sold exclusively through NEXA premium dealership network. It can be booked online or at authorised dealerships by paying a token amount of Rs 11,000. The new model is positioned against the likes of the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, MG Astor, VW Taigun and the Skoda Kushaq. The Hyundai Creta and the Kia Seltos are dominating the premium compact SUV segment. While the former is doing close to 10,000 average montly sales, the Seltos is recording close to 8000 sales every month. With Grand Vitara, MSIL will aim to challenge these two models and also improving its position in the SUV category. Here is a specifications-based comparison between the new Maruti Grand Vitara, Hyundai Creta and the Kia Seltos. Grand Vitara Vs Creta Vs Seltos – Price Comparison Model Prices (ex-showroom) Grand Vitara (Mild Hybrid) 10.45 lakh – 16.89 Lakh Creta 1.5 NA 10.44 lakh – 17.22 lakh Selto...

GaadiWaadi - Kia posted 22,322 unit sales in the month of August 2022 against 16,750 units during the same period last year with a YoY sales growth of 33.3 per cent Kia India garnered a cumulative domestic tally of 22,322 unit sales in the month of August 2022 against 16,750 units during the same period last year with a healthy YoY volume increase of 33.3 per cent.  This, when compared to the same period the previous month with 22,022 units, an MoM sales growth of 1.4 per cent, was seen. The South Korean auto major managed to record a total of 6.8 per cent market share last month against 6.5 per cent with a gain of 0.3 per cent. Kia finished fifth in the overall manufacturers’ sales standings behind Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Tata and Mahindra, and ahead of Toyota, Honda, Renault, Skoda, MG, Nissan, VW, etc. The Seltos continued to be the most sold model for the brand as 8,652 units were registered last month against 8,619 units during the corresponding period in 2021 with a near...

GaadiWaadi - MPV are often appreciated for their spacious and comfortable cabins and a number of brands offering VFM MPVs in the country All the auto manufacturers in the country are now gearing up for the upcoming festive season and are announcing lucrative deals for the buyers. We also saw many new MPV being launched in the country this year and here are the top 6/7-seater MPVs that you should check out this festive season. 1. Maruti Ertiga The Maruti Ertiga is not only one of the most affordable MPVs in India but also offers a practical and comfortable package for buyers. The MPV is being offered with a 1.5L petrol as well as a CNG engine. The petrol engine churns out 103 bhp and 136.8 Nm and can be had with both manual as well as automatic gearbox options. Inside, the Ertiga offers a long list of features and a well-laid-out cabin that offers a commendable in-cabin experience. The price of the new Ertiga starts from Rs 8.41 lakh for the base variant. 2. Maruti XL6 The Maru...