RENAULT SCALA

EXTERIOR
The exteriors of this premium class sedan, Renault Scala Diesel RxE are beautifully crafted with an aerodynamic design. The front facade of this premium sedan gets a neatly styled hexagonal shaped radiator grille integrated with an air dam below it, which helps in quicker cooling of this sedan. The front fascia of this sedan looks aggressive with a large emblem of the company embossed in the center that brings more aggressiveness and style to the exteriors of this sedan. Apart from this, the newly launched Renault Scala Diesel RxE gets a dual tone front bumper that adds more style this premium sedan. Its front fascia has got a elongated and smoked styled head lamp cluster that have a swept back look and has been incorporated with high intensity double barreled halogen lamps. The side profile of this entry level diesel sedan is sleek and lustrous with body colored outside rear view mirrors as well as pull type handles, which further add to the stylishness of the exteriors. While the pounced wheel arches have been fitted with a robust set of 14 inch steel wheels, which are further equipped with sturdy tubeless radial tyres of size 185/70 R14, which have a superior grip on the road and are also covered with full wheel covers. The rear end of this sedan gets a sleek and curvy boot lid with a chrome strip garnish with that adds to the elegance urbane look of this premium sedan. This boot lid also makes the new Renault Scala Diesel RxE trim to look wider and spacious from the rear.

INTERIOR
There is huge space inside the car that can accommodate five passengers, while offering comforts and convenience to them. There are cup holders provided at the front console while the rear passengers also gets the option of cup holders integrated to the rear armrest. There is a manually adjustable air conditioning system offered inside this premium class sedan. There is an advanced multi information display that offers notifications in the form of door ajar warning notification, key left reminder head lamp “On” reminder buzzer, and many more. The seats inside this premium sedan are wide and quite spacious that offers best in class luxury to the passengers.

ENGINE
All new Renault Scala Diesel RxE base variant with the same K9K diesel engine that is currently fitted to the rest of the diesel variants of this premium sedan. Thus, the all new Renault Scala RxE sports a 1.5-litre, four cylinder based diesel engine that has the displacement capacity of about 1461cc that churns out a superior 84.8bhp of power at 3750rpm and makes 200Nm of peak torque output at 2000rpm. It is coupled with an advanced five speed manual transmission gearbox that enables this diesel sedan to produce a class leading mileage of about 21.64 Kmpl

STEREO
Renault Scala sedan comes loaded with numerous accessories and features, which would make this sedan comfortable, convenient, plush and technologically sound. The advanced music system might accompany the sedan so that the journey for the driver and passengers becomes pleasurable and utterly relaxing. The speakers would be well spread in the cabin, while the music system is expected to have Bluetooth and USB connectivity support. The other accessories in the new Renault Scala sedan could comprise of cup holder with the rear armrest, audio controls mounted on the power steering, electric door mirrors on both sides and remote boot.

BRAKING AND HANDLING
Renault has a competent braking and suspension mechanism that functions very effectively in all conditions. The front wheels of the Renault Scala Diesel RxE get disc brakes, while the the rear wheels get a drum brakes for efficient braking on any road. The new premium sedan also gets an advanced ABS with EBD and an emergency brake assist that further enhances the functionality of brakes. The company has equipped this sedan with power steering which is very sturdy and responsive that indeed makes it easier to maneuver this sedan in peak traffic conditions. On the other side, Renault Scala Diesel RxE sedan gets one of the most best in class suspension system. Its front axle has been fitted with a McPherson Strut Type suspension, while its rear axle has been incorporated with a torsion bar suspension mechanism that keeps this sedan stable and well balanced.

SAFETY FEATURES
The company is offering this newly launched Renault Scala RxE base diesel version with superior safety features. The list includes front driver's side airbags, anti lock braking system with EBD and brake assist, an advanced engine immobilizer, a sophisticated anti-theft alarm and several other such aspects that keeps this sedan as well as the passengers safe.

PRICE  Rs 7.19 - 9.99 Lakhs

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Ford FIGO

MILEAGE
New Ford Figo 1.2-litre duratec petrol engine delivers a mileage of 12.3kmpl in the city and about 15.6kmpl on the highways

COLOURS
Colorado Red 
Moondust Silver 
Sea Grey

Kinetic Blue

Bright Yellow

Panther Black

Diamond White

Chill 

ACCELERATION
The petrol version of the car can zip from 0 – 100kmph in about 15.5 seconds and can speed up to 170kmph . Diesel Figo on the other hand can sprint from 0 – 100 kmph in about 16 seconds and can touch the maximum speed of 175kmph.

EXTERIOR
This new Kinetic Design Version will be seen across Ford’s upcoming models . Figo also gets new fog lights design along with front chrome grille and fender. The headlamps are wide-eye shaped and add style and aggression on the face of the new Figo. The front bumper has an attractive shape which is distinct, wide and helps the car stand out and make a statement.Side view mirrors and door handles along with bumpers get the body color. Another highlight of the exterior changes is the 14inch alloy wheels which add a dynamic character to the car and make it look very up to date and trendy. The sides of the car get sculpted side panels which is a Figo signature. And further enhancing the looks of the hatch are two new exotic colours which are bright yellow and kinetic blue.The colors give newness to the car and make it very appealing to the younger generations who don’t see cars just as a means to travel but for whom car means more in terms of making a style statement and is a symbol of pride as well. When seen against competition in terms of looks, Ford Figo is one of the better looking out of the lot but then again design and looks are something very subjective and differ as per personal opinions. In general terms, looking at the competition, Figo does take away a few points here and there from the others present in the market.

INTERIOR
The rear seat of Figo along with the front seats is quite spacious with ample legroom as a hatchback of this size should offer. The boot of the car is 284-litres which is decent enough to hold nicely sized luggage. The car now has a much silent cabin with the new additional damping that it received. The hatch gets new fabrics which are basically a combination of different fabrics which have been seamed together to make a unique style upholstery. This adds a touch of class to the hatchback and these fabrics make the car a much livelier place to be in. The lumbar support has been improved and the seating like always gives the driver a clear view of the road which adds up to the comfort levels. The dashboard however, remains the same in terms of design.Figo is a compact car which allows really comfortable seating to for the passengers in terms of seats with enhanced lumbar support along with very spacious seating rows which offer good legroom. The driver as well has a very comfortable seating position which allows maximum visibility of the road resulting to a safer drive. There are enough storage boxes here and there around the cabin for things like a mobile phone, water bottle, coins etc.  Ford Figo Titanium versions are blessed with an audio system which is compatible with radio, CD/MP3 along with USB and AUX-in. There is also a Bluetooth phone interface with which one can have a full phonebook access, calls logs etc. The air conditioning and heating comes as a standard across variants along with a power steering and anti – drip wiping. The air-conditioning system of Figo is known to be one of the best-in-class systems. The Titanium variants get electrically adjustable ORVMs along with 6-speed variable intermittent front wipers.

ENGINE

The petrol mill of the new Ford Figo is 1.2-litre Duratec 1196cc, 16V DOHC drivetrain which is capable of churning out a decent power of 70.03bhp at 6250 revs per minute. The maximum torque produced by this petrol engine of Ford Figo is 102Nm at 4000rpm. The car isn’t as powerful as the others in the segment but the refined drive of the car does not leave one asking for more power. Maruti Swift in its petrol version delivers about 85.8bhp at 6000rpm, Hyundai i20 sportz 1.2petrol churns out 82.9bhp at 6000rpm and Toyota Etios Liva produces a power of 78.9bhp at 5600rpm. The mileage of Ford Figo in petrol is about 12.3kmpl in the ciry and about 15.6kmpl on highways. The top speed which petrol Ford Figo can reach is about 148kmph and it can accelerate from 0 – 100kmph in about 14.8 seconds. Diesel version of Ford Figo is 1.4-litre Duratorq 8V SOHC Common Rail powertrain which is capable of churning out 68.05bhp at 4000rpm and produces a torque of 160Nm at 2000rpm.

MERITS:
Front fascia looks pretty exciting, fuel efficiency, diesel engine performance

DEMERITS :
Petrol mill drive is a little sluggish, poor performance on highways

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POLO GT TSI

EXTERIOR
Trendy front fascia which offers a blend in elements where even the headlamp cluster and bumper are part of the framework rather than protruding designs. Everything blends in so perfectly with the design. The front grill stretches along the headlamp cluster and has a small GT logo at the right-top end. The Volkswagen logo in the middle some how offers a symmetric design to the front fascia. The front bumper is offered with colored air intakes and fog lamps which give the vehicle an aggressive and sporty look. The new 6J x 15 inch Estrada alloy wheels make the side profile look impressive, which are further covered with tubeless radial tyres of size 185/60 R15. The overall length of the vehicle is maintained to be a hatchback with 3970mm while the width and height of the vehicle are 1682mm and 1453mm respectively.The wheelbase of the Volkswagen Polo GT TSI is 2456mm. With a ground clearance of 168mm.

INTERIOR
The interiors of Volkswagen Polo GT TSI get more or less similar design and features as the latest general version of Volkswagen Polo. The interiors feature a rich build quality which along with the superior Milan Titanschwarz fabric upholstery, which reflects style and luxury. The DSG gearbox gives the Indian customers a brand new gear experience. The dual tone dashboard in the Volkswagen Polo GT TSI too is more or less the same as the other variants. The interior boot volume of the vehicle is a hefty 260 litres while the fuel tank can house 45 litres of petrol in it.

ENGINE
This hatchback with a four cylinder, 1197cc based, 1.2 litre turbo charged petrol engine , the Volkswagen Polo GT TSI is in every way a true performance vehicle. The engine is powerful enough to churn out 105bhp at 5000rpm along with an impressive 175Nm at 1500 to 4100rpm . The Volkswagen Polo GT TSI can offer an equally astounding pick up of 9.7 seconds to hit 100 Kmph from a standstill. The engine also helps the vehicle in offering an impressive mileage of about 17.2 Kmpl, when driven under standard conditions. The top speed of the vehicle too is competitive at a rather excellent 190 Kmph.

SAFETY
The Volkswagen Polo GT TSI offers anti lock braking system, dual airbags, an advanced electronic immobilizer with central locking all in all making the vehicle fit to run at the top speeds. Other significant aspects included in this powerful hatchback includes a hill hold function,a GT badge on the grille sports interior pedals and a stylish auto-box gear knob as well.

MERITS


Sporty exteriors, plush interiors, a powerful petrol engine.
DEMERITS
Price can be further reduced for Indian market, mileage can be improved.

SPECIFICATION

Transmission Type                -  Automatic

Engine Description               -  1.2-litre 103.6bhp 16V TSi Petrol Engine

Engine Displacement (cc)    -  1197

Maximum Power                  -  103.6bhp@5000rpm

Maximum Torque                 -  175Nm@1500-4100rpm

Mileage-City (kmpl)             -  14.8

Mileage-Highway (kmpl)     -  17.2

Fuel Type                              -  Petrol

Fuel Tank Capacity (liters)   -  45

Seating Capacity                   -  5

Air Conditioner                        -Yes

CD Player                                 -Yes

Anti-Lock Braking System      -Yes

Power Steering                         -Yes

Power Windows                       -Yes

Leather Seats                            -No

Central Locking                       -Yes   

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Volkswagen Polo GT TSI Price Rs 8,13,205

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MAHINDRA THAR

Mahindra Thar Price in India - Rs 4.75 - 7.21 Lakhs

COMFORT
The back of the Jeep is compact and can fit only 3 people and if you are accompanied by tall people, then you can accommodate only 2. The front seats though have enough leg room. The ride quality is pretty decent.  As mentioned that the interior quality is poor, the seats aren’t very comfortable.  Now I heard that the Mahindra has come out with the Mahindra Thar AC version. This is happy news for people like us who have to spend a good amount of time in the Jeep in the scorching sun.

PICKUP The pick-up of the Jeep is nothing great. As reviews claim, it can accelerate up to 155kmph but after 100kmph the Jeep feels a vibration. The power and torque of the car is such that cruising is smooth and comfortable.

 
MILEAGE
The mileage that the Jeep is offering is about 8kmpl.

FEATURES

India's first BS IV CRDe diesel engine in soft top Most powerful engine in its class that delivers 77 KW power (105 BHP) and 247 Nm torque for locomotive like pulling power Integral power steering and short turning radius of 5.25 m for those quick turns Independent front suspension for comfort and agility off road Standard 4wd to ensure no one can follow you too far Removable top for that wind in the hair experience Upgrade also includes immobilizer which prevents engine ignition unless the correct key is used. OTHER SPECIFICATION  Seating Capacity: 6 Tyre Size: 235/70 R16 Suspension: Torsion bar and stabilizer bar Turning Circle: 5.25 mtrs. Steering: Power Brakes: Front Disk, Rear Drum Gears: 5 Manual Ground Clearance: 200.00 mm Kerb Weight: 1750.00 kgs. Fuel Tank: 60.00 ENGINE Displacement: 2498cc, CRDe Engine Type: Diesel Maximum Power: 105 Bhp @ 3800 rpm Maximum Torque: 247 Nm @ 1800 rpm

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HONDA AMAZE

MILAGE
The petrol versions of the Honda Amaze can run at a mileage of 18.0kmpl for the manual transmission versions and 15.5kmpl for the automatic transmission versions.The diesel engine manual transmission variants bring out an amazing mileage of 25.8kmpl which is exceptionally impressive.

ACCELERATION
The 1.2-litre capacity i-VTEC engine in Honda Amaze petrol variants offers a top speed of 165kmph and the pick up of the vehicle is equally competitive at 100kmph from standstill time as a mere 13.3 seconds.

EXTERIOR
The detailing on the front bonnet and front fender depict an aerodynamic appeal thought the Honda Amaze is not specifically a sports vehicle. The front fascia also depicts a large air intake grill under the headlamp cluster and the front grill. The air intake vents seem really futuristic with well designed and rendered strokes. The front grill offers an innovative appeal much was though reminiscent of the Honda Brio, it still has its unique features such as a dual chrome lining between the front grill. These two chrome lining are further embellished with the Honda logo.The air intake grills are large and extend to more or less the entire front bumper.The number plate is situated in the front bumper location. The front bonnet and has detailing which form a symmetric design which extends over the edges of the front grill and ends at the number plate on the front bumper.The front headlamp cluster is situated at the front corners. The headlamps are prominent and are embossed in the design. The front bumper has a subtle design border over it which extends over the entire design extending through the side wheel arches. The side profile of the vehicle is remarkably well sculpted. The side profile has well rendered detailing on the doors which offer an aerodynamic design. The wheel arches in the side are a slightly straight line structure. The side wheel arches of Honda Amaze tried to avoid the usual bulky curvy designs which other vehicles in the same segment as the Honda Amaze are slightly inclined to. The side profile of Honda Amaze offers a simple rear boot extended slightly more rather than its contemporary vehicles in the segment which has a rather massive boot. The windows of the Honda Amaze in the side profile has a well structured design with a very pleasingly designed size and dimensions. The detailing on the doors are distributed as an abstract art with a rendering line extending from the wheel arch extending to the rear seat row door.The other render starts from the bottom end of the front door in a two parts with one of them extending towards the rear wheel arch. The rear wheel arch of the vehicle is perfectly designed with a simple damp structure that does not specifically seem protruding or inward in anyway. Just the right amount of elements in the right spaces and in the right way. Honda Amaze has a beautiful rear fascia design. The tail lamps are well designed with the boot extending from the side profile edges to the boot door. The renderings in the rear fascia are also impressive.

Exterior Measurement
The overall length of any variant of Honda Amaze is 3990mm which is clearly millimetres away from the 4 meter vehicle class offering a compact design feature. The overall width of the vehicle is a sufficient 1680mm which implies a comfortable spacing inside the vehicle for the passengers so that the luxury features of a sedan class can be experienced in the Honda Amaze with ease. The overall height of the vehicle is an astonishing 1505mm. The wheelbase of the vehicle is distributed to be enough between the maximum length of the vehicle and the tight internal comforts of the passengers. The wheel base being measured at 2405mm is a perfect solution to offer spacious interiors without compromising with the exterior design statement . The ground clearance also remains same in both the petrol as well as diesel variants at 165mm.

INTERIOR
Honda Amaze are offered in a dual toned design with black and beige colour .The front dash is kept minimalist for the co driver and the audio system and air conditioning systems are placed strategically in the middle and offer enough control to the driver.The speakers are placed in places where the sound can penetrate with ease. The seating arrangement is suitable for five passengers where the rear seat can be rearranged to form an armrest and cup holder.
Interior Comfort
The vehicle is equipped with enough thigh support to allow passengers to have a comfortable ride. The Honda Amaze also has a really spacious and generous knee room arguably best in class and the head room which should be sufficient for any average passenger. The adjustable steering wheel can be tilted based on the drivers position helping in offering a comfortable ride .

ENGINE
The transmission of the vehicle is also divided into two categories, manual and automatic, all of which ultimately create a ten variant range for the Honda Amaze and all of them perform equally well given the resources they are equipped with. Honda Amaze has a 1.2-litre capacity for the 4-cylinder, SOHC, i-VTEC petrol engine while the 4-cylinder, DOHC, i-DTEC engine is offered with a 1.5-litre capacity.The displacement of the engines is comparitively more in the diesel variants at 1498cc while the petrol variants measure at 1198cc. The power delivered by the engines is also adequate with petrol engine bringing out a power of 86.7bhp at 6000rpm and the same for the diesel variant is an impressive 98.6bhp at 3600rpm. The Honda Amaze is also capable of offering a promising torque with 109Nm at 4500rpm for the petrol variants and 200Nm at 1750rpm for the diesel variants.

STEREO
Honda Amaze comes with a power adjustable ORVM, audio controls mounted on the steering wheel for a concentrated and comfortable ride. The ECO lamp, USB and AUX-in , advance audio system.

BRAKING AND HANDLING
The front section of the Honda Amaze comes with disc brakes while the rear section is equipped with drum brakes .Though the vehicle comes with a 165mm ground clearance it turns up useless if the vehicle fails to offer the level of safety required. Honda Amaze comes with McPherson Strut suspension in the front and torsion beam suspension in the rear. This is a perfect pack for offering a smooth drive. The vehicle comes with ABS, EBD, engine immobiliser, fog lamps, keyless entry system and the central locking all of which are distributed in several models.The high end VX version however comes with front dual SRS airbags which offer a really promising safety provision for the vehicle.


MERITS
Beautifully designed, economical, best in class mileage, elegant interiors
DEMERITS
Base petrol variants lack the basic safety features such as ABS, EBD and airbags. 

Honda Amaze Price Rs 5.04 - 7.75 ^* lakh

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RENAULT DUSTER

MILEGE
The 1.5-litre dCi deisel engine of the Duster is tuned to two different states putting out two different power outputs (83.8bhp and 108.5bhp). Renault Duster is capable to deliver 20.46kmpl for mileage for the 83.8bhp diesel engine and 19.01kmpl for the 108.5bhp powertrain. As it is apparent that the petrol variants of any car model offer a lesser mileage in comparison to the diesel ones; Duster’s case is no different as the petrol powered variants of Renault Duster offers a mileage of 13.24kmpl.

EXTERIOR
Despite its compact dimensions, the SUV looks massive as it adorns big wheel arches, roof rails, chrome wide grille, the skid plate, antenna, high ground clearance and the big wheels. The rugged exteriors of Duster are marked by three slat grille which ingrains a big Renault emblem at the center. The off-roader like plastic cladding all around has been added to protect the vehicle’s body as well as to add its sporty appeal. Renault Duster's large horizontal grille is wedged between a pair of double optics headlamps. A sleek body color bumper in the front gives way to black plastic cladding, which houses round fog lamps on either side. A nudge bar holds the number plate in its centre. The bonnet is all flat with no curves, however some character lines are visible. Tinted large windshield gives way to the high roof. The roof antenna is an example of aerodynamic design and helps reduce wind noise and turbulence. The side profile is the most interesting one with lot of contours. The belt-line is very sharp. Body color door handles, wing mirrors and fuel lid can be seen. The two windows are followed by a quarter glass though no third row is present inside. The most noticeable part is the wheel arches, which are very prominently seamed. Under the large wheel arches are the large 16 inch alloy wheels. The rear side is marked by a curvy boot lid, skid plate, vertically placed tail lamps with D-Shaped curve alongside, high mount stop lamp, hexagonal windshield (having six sides) with a rear viper, Renault badge and reflectors. The boot lip opener has a Duster written plate over it. Just below it, is the number plate. The rear bumper is also not very wide but is painted in body color.

Exterior Measurements
Renault Duster length exceeds 4 meters and thus could distance itself from the sub 4 meters contenders, who does not have to pay heavy excise duty. The overall length of this SUV is 4.315 meters, just shorter than its big brother Renault Koleos, and a width of 1.822 meters. Considering its size and high ground clearance of 205 mm, it looks an utter off-roader. The height of this SUV is 1695 mm. The total kerb weight of Duster is 1235 kg with a wheelbase of 2673 mm.

INTERIOR
The Duster has a seating capacity of only 5 passengers. All black-theme in the interiors take away the luxury quotient but renders a sporty look . The 3-spoke steering, which bears Renault’s logo, is electrically powered but can be a bit too heavy on turns. The dash is quite curvy and looks sporty.The AC vents on shiny brown central console and either sides of dashboard can be closed completely .The rear seat passengers can have individual AC vents outlined with shiny brown color for their comfort. The instrument console has large dials akin to SUV and is illuminated in red. A lot of interior equipments looks like borrowed from Logan. The same semi hooded instrument cluster cover with its chrome polished dials with a digital display in the center, all comes from Logan. The gear lever is a bit stubborn like the steering. The glove box provided in the Duster is large. Renault Duster’s flat seats provides better under-thigh and back support. The material used on the door sills is decent if not up-market. The music system is integrated well in the central console and looks modish with its Bluetooth and Aux input functions. Front seats are two electrically programmable but without memory functions. Power window switches for the rear passengers are most likely to be on comfortable door pads. The shiny brown door handles are big to hold while turns and jerk.

Interior Comfort
The air-conditioning is good, but climate control would have been better. more practical and functional, its passenger compartment can hold 5 passengers and provides up to 475 litre of space in the boot (depending on version), easily providing enough space to carry all their luggage and leisure equipment. With the back seat folded down, the space available goes up to 1,636 litre. Folding the front passenger seat down enables objects as long as 2.65 meters to be carried in the passenger compartment.

ENGINE
Renault Duster comes with 1.5 dCi diesel engine that has been taken from Nissan Micra and comes coupled with a five-speed manual gearbox in diesel variant RxE and 84bhp RxL and six speed manual gearbox in 108.5bhp RxL and RxZ. The 1461cc engine is tweaked in two different ways so to produce two different power outputs- 83.8bhp and 108.5bhp. The one delivering 83.8bhp churns out 200Nm of torque and the one with higher power sheds out 248Nm. Renault Duster also comes with a 1.6 litre DOHC petrol engine. The petrol (1598cc) produces 100.5bhp at 5850rpm and a maximum torque of 145Nm at 3750rpm.

STEREO
Renault Duster comes with an integrated 2DIN Audio (CD/MP3/AM/FM) with USB, Aux-in & Bluetooth with 4 speakers. The music system is good and the high-end variants also come with the steering mounted controls

MERITS
Good Drivability, Fuel Economy and Roomy Interiors
DEMERITS
Seating capacity

Renault Duster PriceRs 7.91 - 12.13 lakh

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