Auto Todayの November 2024 の目次

The Kylaq is here with deliveries expected to start at the beginning of next year, and there is very little to doubt that expectations from the Kylaq are high. It’s got the presence, it’s got the features and it will be the most dynamic SUV in the segment. But before buying an SUV it’s always nice to get a sense of how the brand is preparing for it. With the Kylaq, Skoda has not only made a great car, they’ve nurtured an ecosystem that will help it grow. Skoda expects Kylaq to be the biggest volume driver of its portfolio and expects the 33,000 introductory-price cars to fly off the shelves. To meet the demand, it’s worked on its production line. The Skoda Kylaq is 95 per cent localised which…

KIA IS all set to expand its portfolio with the Syros, that will join the Sonet in the sub-compact SUV segment. Teasers reveal a different silhouette and looks compared to what the Sonet and Seltos have, and akin to Kia’s flagship in India, the EV9. What is apparent is that unlike the Sonet which is positioned as a proper SUV with a butch stance, the Syros looks to add more value to the segment with a boxier, even MPV-ish approach, with flat panels, likely done to maximise space in the cabin. The front will come with vertically stacked ice-cube headlamps, and vertical LED DRLs. The upright stance will also allow the Syros to offer significant headroom, and some of the key features include a panoramic sunroof, ADAS, and most of…

AUDI HAS launched the facelifted Q7 SUV, with prices starting at Rs 88.66 lakh (ex-showroom). While changes aren’t major compared to the older car, they will help this gen of the Q7 solider on for a few years before the new-gen makes its debut. The update includes a new grille, new OLED headlamps with custom lighting signatures, new bumpers and new alloy wheels. Customers can choose Cedar Brown of Saiga Beige for the cabin, but the layout is the same as before with a triple-display setup. The instrument and infotainment displays have been updated to accommodate new features such as the ADAS suite. Power comes from the same 3.0-litre twinturbo V6 petrol, which makes 340bhp and 500Nm of torque, paired to an 8-speed automatic and Audi’s Quattro AWD. Audi also…

BMW HAS launched the 2024 M2 coupe, which gains more power and more tech than before. While it still uses the same S58 3.0-litre straight-six turbo, which has been uprated to make 480bhp and 600Nm of torque, but still continues with the six-speed manual and 8-speed automatic gearbox options. BMW claims a 0.1s decrease in 0-100kmph time, with the automatic doing it in 4 seconds and the manual in 4.2 seconds. The M2 can now be had in new colours including yellow, red, blue and grey, which it also gets new 19-inch front and 20-inch rear staggered alloy wheels. The cabin now comes with a flat-bottom steering, and the latest BMW iDrive system. Along with the update, BMW has also increased the prices of the M2, which is now available…

BNCAP HAS awarded the Hyundai Tucson with a five star safety rating, for both adult and child protection ratings. This is the first car from Hyundai to be crash tested by BNCAP. The Tucson scored 30.84 out of 32 points in adult occupant protection, and 41 out of 49 points in child occupant protection. This rating is only applicable to the India-spec Tucson, as it has been facelifted internationally. The Tucson’s score of 30.84 in adult occupant protection is the third highest ever at BNCAP, behind the Tata Punch EV at 31.46 points and Mahindra Thar Roxx at 31.09 points.…

THE PRODUCTION version of the eVX concept, called e Vitara has made its global debut. This will be the brand’s first BEV for the global markets, and for India as well. The e Vitara uses the eAxle system which integrates the motor and inverter at each axle, which allows the car to use the AllGrip-e AWD system. This is based on a new platform called, Heartect-e, specifically developed for electric cars. The European-spec car is offered with a 49kWh and 61kWh, with the smaller of these getting only 2WD, and the larger battery pack offered with both 2WD and 4WD options. Specifications of the e Vitara have not been revealed yet.…

FOLLOWING ITS not so well recieved rebranding, Jaguar has revealed the Type 00 concept, that is set to become the first page of the British automaker’s new chapter as an EV-only brand. Based on exuberant modernism, the Type 00 will likely rival the Rolls Royce Spectre, but as far as visual appeal is concerned, Jaguar has developed something straight from the cyberpunk universe. It has a fastback silhouette, while the roofline extends all the way to the full-width taillamp. The interior is quite radical too, with floating displays, and the rear and side mirror feeds beamed through cameras for the driver. The production-spec car will make its debut in 2025, and is expected to offer a WLTP range over 770km.…

BMW MOTORRAD has updated the F 900 R roadster and the F 900 XR sports tourer. The 2025 editions of both bikes get revised ergonomics and upgraded suspension with lighter construction while the XR also gets improved aerodynamics. Both these motorcycles are powered by the same 895cc, parallel-twin motor that churns out 103bhp and 95Nm of torque, whilst being mated to a six-speed gearbox. Both motorcycles are three kg lighter and get adjustable USD front forks. In the case of the F 900 R, the footpegs have been moved further back, while the handlebar has moved slightly more forward.…

ROYAL ENFIELD has given the Scram 411 a thorough upgrade and now calls it the Scram 440. That’s down to the fact that this heavily updated motor from Royal Enfield comes with a bigger bore, which is larger by 2mm, giving it a larger capacity than the previous iteration. The 443cc, single-cylinder, air and oil-cooled motor now churns out 25.4bhp and 34Nm of torque, which is a minimal increase of 1.1bhp and 2Nm over the 411. The Scram 440 also features a six-speed gearbox, a main stand, an LED headlamp and switchable ABS. The Scram 440 will be launched in India next year.…

KTM HAS revealed the 2025 iteration of the 790 Adventure for global markets. The Austrian brand is said to have improved the suspension, updated the engine and reworked the overall body as well. The forks now come from its elder sibling 890 Adventure. It is powered by the same 799cc, parallel-twin motor which gets new throttle bodies along with knock sensors. In India, KTM has launched the 2024 edition of the 790 Adventure and depending upon the stock available, our shores could soon get the 2025 version as well.…

OLA ELECTRIC MOBILITY’S onslaught of new products continues. The homegrown two-wheeler EV brand has launched four new models, a couple of which are aimed at last-mile mobility solution providers. There’s the Ola S1 Z, S1 Z+, Gig and Gig+, each of which is priced at Rs 59,999, Rs 64,999, Rs 39,999 and Rs 49,999 (all prices ex-showroom), respectively. The S1 Z and Z+ can be equipped with two 1.5kWh battery packs, just like the Gig+. However, these are swappable battery packs, which is a first for the brand. The Z and Z+ have a more commuter focus to them, while the Gig and Gig+ are for last mile mobility solutions. The Z and Z+ are powered by a 3kW motor, and have a top speed of 70kmph. With the single…

SWARAJ, PART of the Mahindra Group, presented its range of tractors and farming equipment at the Krishithon Exhibition in Nashik. Swaraj Tractors showcased its advanced range of tractors, which included the 855FE, 963FE, 733FE, compact lightweight tractor Swaraj Target 630, Swaraj Duravator SLX+ HD and Swaraj Ministar Duravator +. All of these models are aimed to provide a wide variety of diverse farming solutions with a particular focus on utility and technology.…

Model EQS 580 4Matic Test Started October 2024/1,256km Tenure/Target mileage 1 month/2,000km Mileage this month NA Efficiency this month NA Bi-function Digital LED headlamps | 21-inch alloys | 12.3-inch TFT IP | Ventilated front seats | 17.7-inch/12.3-inch twin infotainment with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 360-degree camera + blind spot monitor | Auto dimming IRVM | Rain sensing wipers | Automatic headlamps | Wireless smartphone charger | ABS with EBD | Eight Airbags | ESP | Hill hold control | ISOFIX | TPMS It has been a month spent in opulence and what a splendid experience it has been. The EQS SUV is nothing short of luxury on wheels and I enjoyed most of it. Let’s start with the interior. The triple screens are wonderful and rather useful.…

Model Fury Yellow Test Started September 2024/5,405km Current ODO reading 5,520km Mileage this month 305km Efficiency this month 26.8kmpl Digital display Yes | Tachometer Yes | Fuel gauge Yes | Electric start Yes | Disc brakes Both | Tyres Tubeless | Price Rs 2.72 lakh (ex-showroom) | Warranty 2 years/30,000km It’s easy to forget the legacy of the Apache brand at times. Most of us remember names like the Pulsar and Bullet, but the Apache doesn’t get its due, in my honest opinion. Especially because of the kind of lineage it has and the models that have come over the years. TVS Motor Company is undeniably the flag bearer of two-wheeler motorsport in India. I’ve been part of the TVS Media Racing Program, which advanced my skills as a rider…

Model Top Test Started November 2024/1,853km Tenure/Target mileage 6 months/5,000km Mileage this month NA Efficiency this month NA Digital display Yes | Tachometer Yes | Fuel gauge Yes | Electric start Yes | Disc brakes Both | Tyres Tubeless | Price Rs 2.24 lakh (ex-showroom) | Warranty 5 years/70,000km I have been a big fan of the new Hero middleweight motorcycle from the first time I rode it in Gujarat many months back. Since then I have been waiting for the bike to turn up at the office and finally, it has. With the weather in the NCR region turning nice, it is also the perfect time to enjoy the Mavrick 440. The first month with the bike has been spent mostly in the city and it has been a…

MAHINDRA HAS launched the first two of its Electric Origin SUVs for the Indian market, namely the BE 6 and the XEV 9e. The BE 6, is the first model in the BE electric-only subbrand, which will spawn other models in the coming years. Prices for the BE 6 start at Rs 18.60 lakh, while the XEV 9e starts at Rs 21.90 lakh (ex-showroom), with prices for the entire model range to be revealed in January next year at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo. Both the BE 6 and XEV 9e are based on the INGLO electric-only platform, and have a wheelbase of 2,775mm. The BE and the XEV get functional aero, and are offered with a 59kWh and a larger 79kWh battery pack. The smaller battery pack is paired…

MERCEDES-BENZ INDIA has introduced the C63 S E Performance, which is priced at Rs 1.95 crore (ex-showroom). This is the most powerful iteration of the C-Class, and for the first time gets a PHEV powertrain. The 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol from the C43 is as before, but makes more power and combined with the e-motor placed at the rear axle gives the car access to 670bhp. The torque meanwhile sits at a massive 1,020Nm. The C63 can accelerate from 0 to 100kmph in just 3.4 seconds while the top-speed is rated at 280kmph, and as it gets Formula 1-derived tech, it also has an EV only range of 13km. It also gets a host of AMG upgrades to match the bump in performance.…

BMW INDIA has launched the updated M340i, which is now priced at Rs 74.9 lakh (ex-showroom). It continues with the same 374bhp 3.0-litre six-cylinder turbo, that also makes it the fastest Indian-built car, capable of sprinting from 0-100kmph in just 4.4 seconds. The updated M340i also gets the new Widescreen Curved Display with a 14.9-inch infotainment and a 12.3-inch digital instrumentation. BMW now offers Arctic Race Blue and Fire Red colours for the M340i, in addition to the older colours.…

HONDA HAS launched the third-gen Amaze, with prices starting at Rs 8.00 lakh (ex-showroom). The sedan has been revamped with a new look, taking cues from the larger Elevate and City, and the Accord sold in international markets. The front now gets a new grille, which is larger flanked by new bi-LED headlamps and a slim LED DRL, that mimics the one found on the Elevate. It also gets new alloys, and new LED taillamps, which look similar to that on the City. The cabin has been revamped with a new 8-inch infotainment display which runs wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a semi-digital instrument panel with a 7-inch display as well as new controls for the HVAC and dashboard theme. Features include automatic climate control, wireless smartphone charger,…

TOM WALKINSHAW RACING, famously known as TWR, the racing team which participated in touring car racing and Formula 1, and had a long-standing relationship with Jaguar has revealed the Supercat. This is underpinned by the XJS, and it is pretty apparent with the design of the car, which also includes a lot of Jaguar’s racing DNA, from cars like the XJR-9, XJR-15 and the XJ220. The Supercat gets an in-house developed supercharged V12 that makes 660bhp and 730Nm of torque, with the power sent to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual in true racing fashion. The structure of the Supercat has been reinforced, with an integrated tubular steel frame, and carbonfibre body panels. It also gets carbon ceramic brakes, launch control and custom traction and drive modes. The interiors have…

KTM HAS brought along a whole new range of bigger motorcycles to the Indian market. These include the KTM 1390 Super Duke R, the KTM 1290 Super Adventure S, the KTM 890 Duke and the KTM 890 Adventure R. The 1390 Super Duke R is priced at Rs 22.96 lakh (ex-showroom), and is the most powerful KTM on sale in the country. The 1290 Super Adventure S is priced at 22.74 lakh (ex-showroom) and is a slightly more road-focused sporty ADV. The 890 Duke R is priced at Rs 14.50 lakh (ex-showroom) and is powered by an 889cc, parallel-twin motor churning out 121bhp and 99Nm of torque. The 890 Adventure R is priced at Rs 15.80 lakh (ex-showroom) and is an ADV based-off the 890 platform. KTM also launched six…

BRIXTON HAS launched four new motorcycles in the country along with the VLF Tennis 1500W electric scooter. These four new motorcycles include the Cromwell 1200 X, Cromwell 1200, Crossfire 500 X, and Crossfire 500 XC. The Austrian brand has entered the market via a partnership with Kohlapur-based firm KAW Veloce Motors, which is responsible for the distribution and manufacturing of the Brixton and VLF in India. The VLF Tennis 1500W electric scooter is priced at Rs 1.30 lakh (ex-showroom), the Cromwell 1200 X is priced at Rs 9.11 lakh (ex-showroom), Cromwell 1200 at Rs 7.85 (ex-showroom), Crossfire 500 X is priced at Rs 4.75 lakh (ex-showroom) and Crossfire 500 XC retails at Rs 5.14 lakh (ex-showroom).…

BENGALURU-BASED startup River, that makes the off-beat Indie electric scooter, has given its sole product an update. River has also increased the price of the Indie, which now sits at Rs 1.43 lakh (ex-showroom), and is dearer by Rs 18,000 compared to the previous model. There are two new colour options, white and grey, and River has given the Indie a new chain drive system, as well. There’s also a single-speed gearbox, along with a dedicated reverse gear switch. It still gets the same 4kWh battery pack which is good for a claimed range of 120km. The Indie draws power from a 6.7kW motor which can propel the electric scooter to a claimed top speed of 90kmph.…

TVS MOTOR COMPANY has given the Apache RTR 160 4V an update. The refreshed model costs Rs 1.40 lakh (ex-showroom) and includes a new colour scheme along with some new equipment. Mechanically though, the motorcycle remains the same as before. It is powered by the same 160cc, single-cylinder motor that makes 17.55bhp and 14.73Nm, whilst being mated to a five-speed gearbox. Just like before, it gets three ride modes and TVS SmartXonnect. The new colour options include Granite Grey, Matte Black, and Pearl White, which have more stylish graphics than the previous model. Also, the Apache RTR 160 4V is available in seven variants, with pricing ranging from Rs 1.25 lakh (ex-showroom) to Rs 1.40 lakh (ex-showroom). The most visually appealing update though is the gold-finished inverted fork.…

TATA MOTORS launched its first automated manual transmission (AMT) truck, the Tata Prima 4440.S AMT, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Based on its flagship platform, the Prima 4440.S AMT is built with the company’s global expertise. Additionally, Tata Motors showcased five of its high-performance products at the Heavy Equipment and Trucks (HEAT) Show in Dammam, which are designed and engineered to suit the country’s requirements and cater to a wide variety of applications. The Prima 4440.S AMT is suited for container, car carrier and heavy equipment transportation. It comes with several features such as a load-based speed control system, a shift-down protection system, a vehicle acceleration management system, and auto start-stop. Its Euro-V-compliant 8.9-litre Cummins engine generates 400bhp and 1,700Nm of torque. Further-more, it is fitted with pneumatic suspension,…

Hero MotoCorp’s flagship is more than just a roadster for the thrill seekers out there. It is a statement, thanks to its distinctive and muscular design as well as robust and torquey engine. It is the perfect confluence of neo-retro aesthetics with modern sensibilities. The top-notch performance from the 440cc, oil-cooled engine delivers a high torque of 36Nm@4,000rpm. There’s plenty of power on offer too, 27bhp@6,000rpm to be exact which is more than enough to keep one occupied on the streets and the open highway. This experience is further enhanced by the multiplate wet-type slip and assist clutch with a 6-speed transmission. This doesn’t just ensure smooth shifts in bustling city conditions but also translates to smooth transitions on the wide open roads. Further adding to this is the 803mm…

There was a time when the name Pulsar felt like a rebellious murmur that resonated with riders looking for a motorcycle that looked good and had the grunt to match. It had to do all of that without breaking the bank. Today, the Pulsar nameplate can mean several different things. There’s a classic range within the Pulsar model line-up for customers wanting a more old-school approach, in terms of design, at least. Funny how that works, doesn’t it? It wasn’t too long ago that design was new and evocative. Nevertheless, there’s also the ‘NS’ line-up, which is prominently for anyone looking for a performance and handling-oriented motorcycle. However, I find the ‘N’ series the most interesting of the lot. That’s because I feel it’s the closest to the essence of…

Model ZXi+ Test Started September 2024/649km Current ODO reading 3,164km Mileage this month 440km Efficiency this month 14.1kmpl Six airbags | Follow Me Home|Tilt adjust wheel | Hill-start Assist control | Automatic climate control | Electric ORVMs | Keyless entry I 9-in touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto | Reversing camera Arkamys premium| 6 speaker audio | Wireless charging Cruise Control | Warranty 3yrs/100,000 km The discussion around the Swift’s three-cylinder engine is rife on the interwebs, but after putting more than 3,000km on the odometer let me break it down for the spec sheet racers in the audience. First, let me clear the air, I’m no prophet of downsized motors, and I’ve tended to dislike every single three-cylinder motor, forced induction or otherwise. They are inherently less rev-happy…

Model xDrive50 Test Started October 2024/1,300km Current ODO reading 2,465km Mileage this month 1,165km Efficiency this month 4.78km/kWh Eight airbags | Heads Up Display| Hill-start Assist control | Automatic climate control | Electric ORVMs | Keyless entry I 14.9-in touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto | 18 speaker audio | Wireless charging | Adaptive Cruise Control | Warranty 3yrs/Unlimited | Battery Warranty 8 years/160,000 I have been enjoying driving the iX around Delhi for the past month or so especially because it is great to drive, even in the efficient mode. The dynamics, the steering, the suspension that seems to glide over everything that the NCR roads throw at it, is fantastic, taking some of the roads that still have not been repaired after a rather heavy and elongated…

BMW’S SEVENTH-GEN M5, the first-ever to use a hybrid powertrain has arrived. The powerplant in question is BMW’s creme de la creme 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 strapped to an electric motor. The system output stands at a stagerring 727bhp and1,000Nm of torque. This power is sent to all the wheels via the xDrive AWD system, and helps the 2.5 tonne sedan (heaviest M5 ever), from nought to 100kmph in just 3.5 seconds. Top speed sits at 250kmph, which can be boosted to 305kmph with the M Driver’s Package. As there is an 18.6kWh battery, the M5 also has an electric only range of 69km, and can reach a speed of 140kmph. The seventh-gen BMW M5 is priced at Rs 1.99 crore (ex-showroom).…

MAHINDRA HAS yet again earned accolades for safety, with the Thar Roxx, XUV 3XO and XUV400 scoring five stars each at Bharat NCAP tests. The Thar Roxx also becomes the highest scoring ICE car ever at BNCAP and the first ladder-on-frame car to score five stars, while all three cars successfully got five stars in both adult occupant protection and child occupant protection. The Roxx scored 31.09 points out of total 32 in adult occupant protection, and 45 out of 49 points in child occupant protection. The XUV 3XO meanwhile scored 29.36 points out of 32 in adult occupant protection, and 43 out of 49 in child occupant protection, earning it five stars in both categories. The electric XUV400 meanwhile scored 30.38 out of 32 points in adult occupant protection…

MARUTI SUZUKI has launched the fourth-gen Dzire compact sedan, with prices starting at Rs 6.79 lakh (ex-showroom). For the first time, the Dzire is now a standalone product, and differentiated compared to the Swift, both visually and in terms of features offered. The Dzire is 3,995mm long, 1,735mm wide and 1,525mm high, and has a wheelbase of 2,450mm, which is the same as the older car but is taller by 10mm. It gets a flat bonnet, with new LED headlamps and DRLs with a blacked out look, which flank the bigger hexagonal grille. At the rear it gets new LED taillamps, but the bootlid has a similar shape to the older one. The cabin is the same as the Swift, save for different colours and textures which add premiumness. It…

IN A bid to attract more customers, Citroen has launched the new Aircross Xplorer. This is essentially a cosmetic and feature update for the SUV, and is offered on the Plus and Max trims. Citroen offers a Standard Pack at Rs 24,000 and an Optional Pack at Rs 51,700 on the Xplorer. Standard Pack includes khaki inserts, decals on the rear doors, dashcam, ambient lighting and illuminated door sills. The Optional Pack adds rear entertainment screen for the left-rear passenger, making it a unique proposition in the midsize-SUV segment. Prices for the Aircross Xplorer range from Rs 10.23 lakh to Rs 15.06 lakh (ex-showroom).…

KIA HAS revealed the Tasman pickup truck that is offered in single cab and double cab guises, and gets three variants - Base, X-Line and X-Pro. Visually, the Tasman, has an obtuse design with most of the elements shaped by their utilitarian purpose. It gets ample cladding all over, adding to the utilitarian look of the car, and in the X-Pro trim, the Tasman also gets chunky off-road tyres. The truck gets AWD as standard for the X-Line and X-Pro, and an option for the base model. The X-Pro gets an Electronic Locking Differential at the rear and a low-speed off-road crawl mode. Kia has two powertrains on offer, a 2.5-litre petrol making 277bhp and a 2.2-litre diesel making 207bhp, with automatic and manual transmission options.…

TOYOTA HAS revealed the Land Cruiser ROX concept, that stands for “Recreation Open eXperience”. Based on the Land Cruiser 250, with heavy changes made to the bodywork. The top has a sliding roof, which opens up while the rear features an open load bed, like a pickup. The roof bars come with a custom triple-bar roof rack, and also features auxiliary lights. The suspension has been lifted by four-inches, while the track width has been increased by eight inches, adding to the stance are the 18-inch wheels with off-road tyres. The cabin is weatherproof, and made out of 3-D printed pieces. It uses the same 2.4-litre engine that makes 326bhp, and is paired to an 8-speed automatic and 4WD system.…

TRIUMPH MOTORCYCLES has introduced an update for the Tiger Sport 660. The 2025 edition gets more features than before along with four new colour options, which include the ‘Roulette Green’ option, without much of a price increase. In terms of features, the refreshed Tiger Sport 660 now gets a bi-directional quick shifter and an additional ‘Sport’ riding mode. There’s also cruise control which is offered as standard. Triumph has also optimised the cornering ABS with six-axis IMU and traction control, which again is now standard. There’s also the addition of smartphone connectivity with turn-by-turn navigation. This update has been released in international markets and should arrive in India sometime next year.…

DUCATI HAS taken wraps off the latest version of the Streetfighter V4, which is available in two variants -Standard and S. The new Streetfighter is powered by the 1,103cc 90-degree V4 from the new Panigale V4 that puts out 214bhp, which is 6bhp more than the outgoing model. It is linked to a six-speed gearbox, which gets a bi-directional quick shifter. Design language is also sharper than before, and there’s a new LED headlight cluster with DRLs drawing inspiration from the Panigale.…

THE 2025 edition of the KTM 890 Adventure R has been revealed. Currently, this is only for international markets and features only cosmetic changes over the previous iteration. First and foremost, there has been a change in graphics and colours. The 2025 890 Adventure R now bears a resemblance to the KTM 450 Rally. There’s an eye-catching orange seat for the hardcore KTM fanboys out there. Furthermore, KTM has made the connectivity module standard with this latest version. This will allow riders to pair their smartphone to the five-inch TFT instrument console for turn-by-turn navigation, incoming calls and SMS alerts. The 890 Adventure R is powered by an 889cc, parallel-twin motor which is capable of producing 103bhp and 100Nm of peak torque. This engine is mated to a six-speed gearbox.…

YAMAHA HAS introduced the fourth-gen of the MT-07, with the Japanese brand making changes to the chassis, design and electronics. First off, it now gets a more rigid tubular steel chassis, ride-by-wire throttle, three riding modes and the Y-AMT gearbox, which was first seen on the MT-09. There’s also a five-inch TFT screen now with smartphone connectivity. The 690cc, parallel-twin engine now produces 72.4bhp and 66.8Nm of torque; mated to a six-speed gearbox. The all-new MT-07 is also 1kg lighter than before and tips the scale at 183kg, mainly due to lighter wheels.…

GAURAV GILL with his co-driver Aniruddha Rangnekar clinched the win at the Robusta Rally in Coorg. Despite driving at Coorg for the first time Gill in his Ford Fiesta Rally 4 was able to win 6 of the total 12 stages of the rally, which marked the 5th round of this year’s Indian National Racing Championship. This also marked the duo’s second win this season, as they also won the 4th round in Hyderabad. Karna Kadur and co-driver Musa Sheriff, who are leading the championship finished second overall in Coorg followed by Aditya Thakur with co-driver Virender Kashyap. Thakur won the INRC2 category, while Daraius Shroff with co-driver Arjun Dheerendra won the INCR3 category.…

Model Fearless + S DT Test Started September 2024/7,919km Current ODO reading 10,614km Mileage this month 2,695km Efficiency this month 14.7kmpl Bi-function LED headlamps | 16-inch alloys | 10.15-inch TFT IP | Ventilated front seats | 10.25-inch infotainment with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | 360-degree camera + blind spot monitor | Auto dimming IRVM | Rain sensing wipers | Automatic headlamps | Wireless smartphone charger | ABS with EBD | Six Airbags | ESP | Hill hold control | ISOFIX | TPMS The Nexon has been in our fleet for almost two months now, and we have racked up more than 2,500km on the SUV’s odometer. And I have fallen absolutely in love with the diesel power, especially the 260Nm of torque, most of which is available very…

Model Summit Hanle Black Test Started December 2023/28km Current ODO reading 3,931km Mileage this month 423km Efficiency this month 31kmpl Digital display Yes | Tachometer Yes | Fuel gauge Yes | Electric start Yes | Disc brakes Both | Tyres Tubeless | Price Rs 2.63 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) | Warranty 3 years/30,000km This month to mark the start of the riding season we took the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 out on the highway for one of those infamous adventure rider coffee runs. Out on the highway is where you really appreciate the Himalayan’s 452cc single, especially over the 410 long stroke that it replaces. The 450cc is more than happy holding triple digit speeds, and what stands out to me is even at these speeds how easy the motorcycle is…

Model Yellow Ribbon Test Started November 2024/705km Tenure/Target mileage 6 months/5,000km Mileage this month NA Efficiency this month NA Digital display Yes | Tachometer Yes | Fuel gauge Yes | Electric start Yes | Disc brakes Both | Tyres Tubeless | Price Rs 2.54 lakh (ex-showroom) | Warranty 3 years/30,000km Another Royal Enfield has finally made its way to Auto Today’s long-term fleet; this time, it’s the radical Guerrilla 450. The reason for the aforementioned adjective is the way RE has styled the Himalayan-based roadster. That’s right, it is a roadster and not a scrambler, as per the brand’s official advertising. Let’s get the basics out of the way first. The Guerrilla 450 is powered by the same 452cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled ‘Sherpa’ motor as the Himalayan. There’s a price difference…