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The week’s best news. Japanese tuning company DAMD can turn your Suzuki Jimny into a tiny Land Rover Defender or even a G-Wagon. https://t.co/SkEzVbVgDl
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A tuning company in Japan called Damd has modified a Suzuki Jimny to look like the vintage Land Rover Defender and it is called the Little D. This body kit is available for sale and individual parts like the bumper, grille, lights, etc. can also be bought. https://t.co/IzkgsxMoCI
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suzuki jimny tuning Q&A Review
What products made in the Philippines are cheaper than their counterparts in China?
Stop talking about cheaper products especially manufactured in China. We appreciate quality products made in Japan and other countries more than anything else. Life is too short. You don’t want to make your days ruined by broken this and broken that. The manufacturers grow and flourish due to their dedications to serve us the customers, and hence we should preserve their existence in return. Now I will tell you my personal experience. During my student days 40 years ago, I used to drive my Honda Cub C90 motorbike. It was marvelously easy to drive on the hilly city without ever breaking any part at all. I also had a Yamaha Enduro 125 CC motor trail which brought me everywhere I wanted to venture, without ever changing parts except for the platina. This old technology I tuned myself to always brought optimum firing in its spark plug. Later on my father had a 1980 Suzuki Jimny jeep. It was small and easy to maintain. It brought confidence for us to go everywhere we wanted to go. And guess what? After a few decades, that Honda Cub motorcycle and Suzuki Jimny are built again, this time with modern technologies. My grandson will definitely enjoy such products. You can say that quality legend is passed from generation to generation. And now I have a 1997 Suzuki Baleno sedan which I have been driving for close to 500,000 kilometers. I made the right decision not to change car as my basic transportation. Imported cars were expensive at that time, twice the price of that sold in the US. Now, I am looking for electric car.
How does the Suzuki Jimny compare with the Jeep Wrangler in both on and off road situations and overall?
Both are great cars offroad and the jimny is not a “soft SUV” as others have suggested. The jimny features a proper ladder frame chassis, solid axles front and back and cheap for parts! I’d say the jimny is better bang for buck but I would want something a bit bigger if you’re wanting to do touring. Have a read of this from carsguide.com and decide for yourself: Suzuki Jimny 2015 review Let's settle something right from the start. The Suzuki Jimny is a 4WD, a real 4WD. This is not an SUV or a crossover - it's a 4WD. Unlike everything else of this size that claims to be a 4WD, but which is actually a hatchback with a different body, the Jimny was designed from the ground up to tackle harsh off-road conditions. Suzuki Jimny sits on a strong ladder chassis, has excellent ground clearance, sharp approach and departure angles and, best of all, a two-speed transfer box to give you low-range gearing for ultra-tough offload conditions. Jimny, also sold here as the Suzuki Sierra and before that the Suzuki LJ50, is one of the old timers - it has just celebrated its 40th birthday. The current Jimny shape was introduced late in 1998, but has received numerous changes in the intervening years the most recent being for model year 2015. By far the biggest update for the MY15 is the introduction of an electronic stability program to assist drivers to stay out of trouble if they do something silly. With a mass of just 1060 kg the little Suzuki is a featherweight Also new for 2015 is a bonnet scoop, which is purely there for decoration, a revamped grille and front bumper. Inside there are new trim colours and … wait for it … silver surrounds on the instrument dials. One thing is missing from the Suzuki Jimny compared with other 'proper' 4WDs is weight, lots of weight. With a mass of just 1060 kg the little Suzuki is a featherweight, carrying half to a third of the weight of the big boys. Light weight is a huge advantage when driving on the beach. More than once we have been sailing over sand in 2WD - yes 2WD! - only to stop and help the owner of a ,Patrol,or ,LandCruiser, dig their vehicle's wheels out of the holes they have dug for themselves in the soft stuff. It's far quieter and more comfortable than seems possible for a tiny 4WD We've just spent an excellent day on North Stradbroke Island off the Queensland coast. Coming back down to earth we have also driven it in real life commuting / shopping / heavy traffic / motorway conditions on the mainland. These days the Jimny has coil springs all round giving it a much better ride than its honourable ancestors with leaf springs. Its relatively short wheelbase does cause a choppy ride at times on bad roads, but on the whole it's far quieter and more comfortable than seems possible for a tiny 4WD. The steering remains recirculating-ball, but it has been tuned over the years and doesn't have the same wandering feel around the straight-ahead position that used to trouble drivers not accustomed to this old-fashioned layout. This is no sporty 4WD but it holds the road at speeds unlikely to be attempted by the average driver, and see the above notes about the addition of ESP. Jimny is small and only has two doors, it's wide enough to hold two largish blokes in the front. Getting in and out of the back seat through the front doors isn't easy. Kids will make light of its, but their grandparents may struggle. The luggage area is small, but has good height so you can cart a large suitcase and the like. The two rear seatbacks fold down individually to greatly increase the volume. The Jimny would provide good day-to-day transportation Power, if that's not too strong a word as there's only 62 kilowatts of it, comes for a reasonably modern four-cylinder, twin-cam, fuel injected engine. It drives through a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission. Thankfully our road test Jimny had the manual gearbox as the extra few kW the auto would have stolen from the engine would have made it a real slug. The manual had to be changed down to fourth, occasionally third, gear to get up and over hills during on-road driving. No real problem as the changes are light and easy, partly due to the fact the gearbox is under the shift lever, not way out near one of the front wheels as in a front-drive SUV or crossover. Fuel consumption is officially rated at 7.1L/100km for the manual and 7.4L/100km for the automatic. On the beach and over dirt trails in the bush we found the little Suzuki using 11.0L/100km, on sealed roads this came down to a creditable 7.0-8.0L/100km. Excellent economy that shows the Jimny would provide good day-to-day transportation. The Suzuki Jimny offers a huge amount of driving fun for a very modest outlay
What does the Tesla truck mean for Ford or General Motors?
It is going to be really interesting to see the actual sales volumes after the novelty wears off. It will probably sell well for people wanting something different or who like the superior specs. There are other electric haters, like one of the other posts here that won’t be interested now. Once properly engineered BEV pick up trucks hit the road many of them will change their tune once they realise what they are missing. However many of those people will still have a problem with the radical look of the Tesla. How those feeling affect sales will be interesting. Outside the USA and sales may be more a problem for it the same way the Ford F150 doesn’t export quite as well. They are ok for around town and limited off road use such as builders or on the beach but for serious off road they will will not sell in countries like New Zealand unless the can make a skinny version. My Suzuki Jimny will eat the Tesla alive off road here because it looks like the Tesla is the same width as the F150 and they are a joke off road here. The problem is our forest tracks are make by Suzuki Jimnys, Toyota Hiluxes and Land Rovers etc which all have normal car width axles. The last off road run I went on where someone tried to bring a F150 it was driving everywhere with its wheels up a bank or being winched thru the tight stuff. It was rapidly relegated to the learner tracks because it was making everyone wait for it. I believed BEVs have the potential to make great off road vehicles but think the future is one motor per wheel, so I think the Tesla was short changed by one motor.
What is the best SUV to buy in 2021?
New Audi Q3 The wait for the second-generation Audi Q3 has been a long one. Revealed in 2018, the new Q3 has moved further up the ranks in terms of its design, size and features, and with the Q2 taking over as the entry-level Q model, the Q3 has been allowed some room to grow. Design-wise, the second-gen Q3 is clearly inspired by the bigger Q8, and thanks to the increase in dimensions, will be roomier than its predecessor. In international markets, the new Q3 is equipped with adaptive dampers, park assist, Audi’s 12.3-inch Virtual Cockpit digital instruments display, an 8.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with voice controls, Apple Car Play and Android Auto, and a Bang & Olufsen sound system. For India, Audi is most likely to offer the new Q3 with a 2.0-litre petrol engine only, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch auto gearbox. That said, the standard Q3 may be preceded by the high-performance RS Q3, which is also set for an India launch. When it arrives in 2021, the new Audi Q3 will rival the BMW X1, Volvo XC40 and the second-gen, Mercedes-Benz GLA. Coming ,Late-2021 ,Engines ,2.0 P ,Price ,Rs 40–50 lakh Audi Q5 Facelift The Q5 hasn’t been part of Audi’s India portfolio since the BS6 emission norms came into effect, but the SUV is set to return in facelifted form next year. Among key changes on the outside are a new octagonal ‘Single frame’ grille, LED headlights, OLED tail-lights, revised front and rear bumpers and new wheel designs. Inside, the updated Q5 will benefit from a larger 10.1-inch touchscreen and connected car tech. Expect the Q5 to borrow the 245hp, 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine from the A6 sedan, paired to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic and Quattro all-wheel-drive. Coming ,Mid-2021 ,Engines ,2.0 P ,Price ,Rs 55–60 lakh Audi Q7 Facelift Like the A4 and Q5, the ,Q7,, too, has been missing from Audi’s India range for quite some time now, but it will make a comeback in 2021. The updated Q7 gets a number of styling changes that lend it a more butch look that’s in line with the latest SUVs from Audi. The Q7’s interior has also been redone, with the switch to Audi’s new-age, twin-touchscreen MMI infotainment system. A 3.0-litre V6 petrol will likely be the sole engine on offer in India. Coming ,Mid-2021 ,Engines ,3.0 P ,Price ,Rs 80–85 lakh Citroën C21 Compact SUV Citroën will follow up its debut offering, the C5 Air cross, with a brand new compact SUV. Codenamed C21, it’s based on the PSA Group’s new Common Modular Platform (CMP), designed for developing markets. It’s expected to bear familiar Citroën crossover design cues, like a split headlight setup, chunky alloy wheels and heavy body cladding all around. Powering the C21 will be a 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine, which is expected to be the only engine on offer. Sources say this engine is being benchmarked against Maruti Suzuki’s engines for refinement and fuel efficiency. Coming ,Late-2021 ,Engines ,1.2 P ,Price ,Rs 7–11 lakh BMW X3 and X4 Facelifts The third-generation BMW X3 – launched in India in 2018 – is due for a mid-life update in 2021. Every BMW Life Cycle Impulse (LCI) – mid-life refresh in BMW-speak – brings a number of cosmetic changes, and the updated X3 is expected to get sharper, slimmer headlights and styling that brings it more in line with the current 3 Series. It’s also likely to have upgraded infotainment, features and new tech, which will be mirrored by the X4 LCI that is also expected to be launched in India next year. Coming ,Late-2021 ,Engines ,2.0 P, 2.0 D, 3.0 D ,Price ,Rs 62–68 lakh Citroën C5 Aircross The model that will mark Citroën’s India entry is the C5 Aircross. It was originally slated for a late-2020 launch, but the COVID-19 pandemic forced the PSA Group to push it to the first quarter of 2021. The C5 Aircross is quintessentially French, and will certainly attract attention with its novel design and quirky styling. The 5-seat SUV is expected to be offered in a single, fully-loaded variant and is likely to come with features such as an electronic parking brake, dual-zone climate control, a hands-free tailgate, full-LED headlamps with DRLs, a panoramic sunroof, a powered driver’s seat, an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and a 12.3- inch digital instruments screen. Powering the SUV will be a 2.0-litre diesel engine good for 180hp, mated to an 8-speed torque-converter automatic gearbox. While the C5 Aircross will be locally assembled, it’s expected to be priced upwards of Rs 30 lakh. At this price, the SUV will do battle with the likes of the Hyundai Tucson, Jeep Compass and the facelifted Volkswagen Tiguan. Coming ,Early-2021 ,Engines ,2.0 D ,Price ,Rs 30 lakh New Force Gurkha The hard-nosed Force Gurkha has received a thorough revamp. Design changes include new bumpers, headlights with LED DRLs, revised tail-lights and a different grille. It’s based on a new ladder-frame chassis and has been designed to meet the new crash test and pedestrian-protection norms. Force has tried to lend the new Gurkha a more upmarket feel on the inside. The interior has a dual-tone colour scheme, a redesigned dashboard and a touchscreen infotainment system. As before, it will be available in 3- and 5-door forms, and a two-wheel-drive version will be on offer too. Coming ,Early-2021 ,Engines ,2.2 D ,Price ,Rs 10–12 lakh Ford EcoSport Facelift 2021 will bring a major update for the Ford Eco Sport. The pioneer of the compact SUV segment is set to be facelifted and will receive significant sheet metal changes and styling tweaks, along with using Mahindra’s 1.2-litre T-GDI engine that will serve as a replacement for the 1.0-litre Eco Boost engine in the Eco Sport. The 1.2-litre T-GDI (Turbocharged Gasoline Direct Injection) unit belongs to Mahindra’s new mStallion family of petrol engines. Codenamed G12, the BS6- compliant engine produces a healthy 130hp and 230Nm or torque. Coming ,Mid-2021 ,Engines ,1.2 P ,Price ,Rs 11–13 lakh Ford C SUV Ford is working on a new C SUV, codenamed CX757, it will share its platform and other mechanicals with the next-gen XUV500, and will take on the Tata Harrier and MG Hector, slotting in above the likes of the Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos. It will also be designed by renowned design house Pininfarina. When Ford’s new SUV arrives closer to the end of 2021, it is expected to borrow the new XUV500’s 185hp, 2.2-litre diesel and 190hp, 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engines. Coming ,End-2021 ,Engines ,2.0 P, 2.2 D ,Price ,Rs 14–20 lakh Ford Ranger Raptor Ford’s renowned Ranger pick-up truck (on which the Endeavour is based) will make its way to India next year. Leveraging the 2,500-unit rule for CBUs, Ford will ship in the performance version of the Ranger, named the Raptor. The Raptor is powered by an twin-turbo version of the Endeavour’s 2.0-litre Panther diesel engine. In bi-turbo guise, it makes 213hp with a solid 500Nm. The pick-up’s four-wheel-drive system channels power via a 10-speed automatic gearbox. It also gets long-travel suspension with Fox dampers, a six-mode Terrain Management System (TMS), high-range and low-range settings and BF Goodrich tyres. Coming ,Mid-2021 ,Engines ,2.0 D ,Price ,Rs 70–80 lakh Seven-Seat Hyundai Creta The Hyundai Creta family will grow in 2021 with the arrival of a new 7-seat derivative. However, it won’t be called Creta, and will instead have a completely different name. This is to help differentiate it from the 5-seat Creta, which will continue, positioned below the new model, in the Hyundai line-up. The 7-seater will sport styling tweaks up front, but the bigger design changes will be at the rear, as this will be a longer vehicle with a more upright rear section. Expect the 7-seat model to use the same 1.5-litre petrol and diesel engines, as well as a 1.4-litre turbo-petrol, as the Creta. Coming ,Late 2021 ,Engines ,1.4 P, 1.5 P, 1.5 D ,Price ,Rs 13–20 lakh Seven-Seat Jeep Compass Codenamed ‘project 598’, Jeep’s D SUV will be based on the Compass’s monocoque platform, but it will be much longer to accommodate the third row of seats. Its wheelbase will also be increased over the standard Compass to balance the extra length (and aid stability), which could result in better cabin space, especially in the middle row. Powering this 7-seater will be FCA’s familiar 2.0- litre diesel engine, which does duty in the Compass, the Tata Harrier and the MG Hector, but in a higher 200hp state of tune. A 9-speed torque-converter automatic with all-wheel drive will also be part of the package. Coming ,Mid-2021 ,Engines ,2.0 D ,Price ,Rs 30–35 lakh Isuzu V-Cross, MU-X BS6 With BS6 norms coming into effect this year and the COVID-19 lockdown halting operations for all carmakers, Isuzu was forced to push back the introduction of its BS6 model range, and has effectively had no passenger vehicles to sell for the majority of 2020. That is set to change in early 2021, as Isuzu will roll out BS6 versions of the V-Cross lifestyle pick-up truck and the MU-X SUV. What’s worth noting is that these will be upgraded versions of the BS4 models, and not the new-generation models that have been revealed abroad. Coming ,Early-2021 ,Engines ,1.9 D, 2.5 D (V-Cross); 3.0 D (MU-X) ,Price ,Rs 17–21 lakh (V-Cross); Rs 28–30 lakh (MU-X) Jaguar F-Pace Facelift As part of a mid-life update, the F-Pace will get a number of exterior changes and also an overhauled interior. The LED head-and tail-lights are slimmer than before, the wheel options are new, and the front and rear bumpers have also been redesigned. Inside, the dashboard is all new and features an 11.4- inch tablet-like touchscreen. A big addition to the F-Pace is the company’s new Pivi Pro infotainment system. In India, the F-Pace is expected to come with a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine and a 2.0-litre diesel, and hybrid versions may be offered too. Coming ,Early-2021 ,Engines ,2.0 P, 2.0 D ,PRICE ,Rs 68–75 Lakh Land Rover Discovery Facelift Land Rover, recently revealed the mid-life update for the fifth-gen Discovery, which features a refreshed design, new tech and a set of hybrid powertrain options. Tweaks to the head- and tail-lights, grille and bumpers aside, the facelift also gets a tablet-style 11.4-inch touchscreen with the Pivi Pro infotainment system and a new steering wheel inspired by the one on the Defender. There will be a set of new-generation engines, including a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder petrol, as well as 3.0-litre petrol and diesel straight-six engines; the latter two will now feature a 48V mild-hybrid system. Coming ,Mid-2021 ,Engines ,2.0 P, 3.0 P, 3.0 D ,Price ,Rs 78–90 lakh Mahindra Bolero Neo Even after all these years, the Bolero remains a key pillar for Mahindra, continuing to rack up strong sales month after month. In 2021, the trusty, utilitarian workhorse is set to receive its biggest overhaul in years. Mahindra will roll out the Bolero Neo, which will be based on a new-age ladder-frame chassis. And while the Bolero won’t stray too far from its boxy, upright design, it will look more modern and will have a better-appointed (and equipped) interior. Coming ,Late-2021 ,Engines ,1.5 D ,Price ,Rs 8–9.5 lakh Mahindra TUV300 Facelift After receiving an update in 2019, the Mahindra TUV300 family will return in the BS6 era with another facelift. Caught testing on multiple occasions, the standard 7-seat TUV300 is expected to get a host of styling changes and a longer features list, along with an upgraded 1.5-litre, three-cylinder diesel engine. The larger TUV300 Plus will also make a comeback with cosmetic tweaks that will mirror those on the smaller TUV. Also expected are captain’s chairs for the second row and a forward-facing third row. Coming ,Early 2021 ,Engines ,1.5 D (Std), 2.2 D (Plus) ,Price ,Rs 9–11 lakh (Std), Rs 10–12 lakh (Plus) New Mahindra Scorpio 2021 will see the launch of an all-new Mahindra Scorpio. The new-gen SUV will be wider and longer than before, based on an updated ladder-frame chassis with all-new body panels. That said, it’s expected to retain the upright silhouette that has defined it since it was first launched in 2002. The interior will be plusher and have a completely new design, too, borrowing certain parts from newer Mahindra models. Under the hood, the new Scorpio will come with a 140hp, 2.2-litre diesel and also the new 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine from the Thar. Coming Mid 2021, ,Engines ,2.0 P, 2.2 D ,Price ,Rs 12–16 lakh New Mahindra XUV500 Originally set for a 2020 debut, the new Mahindra XUV500 is now likely to arrive by March 2021. It is expected to have a plusher interior with a dual-screen setup, advanced driver assistance systems and both, petrol and diesel engine options. The petrol engine will be the 2.0-litre mStallion unit – which recently debuted on the second-gen Mahindra Thar – albeit transversely mounted, of course, and in a higher state of tune, developing 190hp. The 2.2-litre mHawk diesel, meanwhile, is expected to put out a substantial 180hp. Both engines are expected to get a 6-speed manual as well as a 6-speed torque converter automatic, and an all-wheel-drive system is also likely to be offered on higher variants. Coming ,Early-2021 ,Engines ,2.0 P, 2.2 D ,Price ,Rs 13–19 lakh Mahindra XUV300 1.2 M-stallion Though the XUV300 is already available with a BS6-compliant, 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine, it will soon add a new-gen, 1.2-litre, direct-injection turbo-petrol from Mahindra’s mStallion family to its roster. Paired with a manual gearbox, the new engine will put out 130hp and 230Nm, which is 20hp and 30Nm more than the current petrol engine. The XUV300 with this new engine made its debut at the 2020 Auto Expo in ‘Sportz’ form, with exterior decals and an all-black cabin with red accents, but the car was never launched. Expect to pay a premium over the current XUV300 petrol variants that retail for Rs 8.3-11.84 lakh. Coming ,Early-2021 ,Engines ,1.2 P ,Price ,Rs 10.5–12.5 lakh Maruti Suzuki Jimny If online chatter is anything to go by, the Jimny is one of the most awaited launches of 2021. India will get the Jimny in a new, larger 5-door body style that’s in development. A larger cabin and the addition of rear doors will make this 5-door Jimny more suitable to family buyers, but what will be interesting to see is how the stretched dimensions, particularly the longer wheelbase, impact the off-roader’s ability in the rough. Size aside, the Jimny 5-door will be no different to the 3-door model in its basic ingredients. It will be built on a ladder-frame chassis, feature rigid axles at both ends, and employ four-wheel drive with a low-range transfer case. The India-spec 5-door will be powered by the 105hp, 1.5-litre K15B petrol engine that can also be found in the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz, Ertiga and Vitara Brezza. Maruti will retail the Jimny 5-door at its premium Nexa outlets, with prices to start at just under Rs 10 lakh. Production of the Jimny is set to commence in December 2020 for exports, and will only be launched for Indian customers in the second half of 2021. Coming ,Mid-2021 ,Engines ,1.5 P ,Price ,Rs 10–12 lakh New Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza Maruti Suzuki hit the nail on the head with the Vitara Brezza compact SUV. Launched in 2016, the Brezza quickly rose to the top of the segment, but five years later, the first-gen model will be due for replacement. For the second-gen model, Maruti is likely to stick with the rugged, squared-off and upright stance that made the Brezza so popular, and also focus on retaining its roomy back seat and large boot. It’s expected to be based on Suzuki’s Heartect platform and be notably lighter and more efficient than its predecessor. The new Brezza could also bring back ,Maruti’s 1.5-litre diesel engine,. Coming ,Late-2021 ,Engines ,1.5 P ,Price ,Rs 8-12 lakh New Mercedes-Benz GLA Originally set to be launched in 2020, the second-generation Mercedes-Benz GLA will now be launched early in 2021. The new-gen SUV aims to build on its predecessor’s success, but replaces its rounded design and hunkered-down appearance with a more upright stance and muscular styling on the outside. On the inside, the new GLA will offer more in the way of space and is also set to introduce features that weren’t present in its predecessor. The GLA will be offered with petrol and diesel engines, and the hotter AMG GLA 35 could be on the cards as well. Coming ,Early-2021 ,Engines ,2.0 P, 2.0 D ,Price ,Rs 38–45 lakh Skoda Kushaq Among all ,Skoda,’s launches slated for 2021, arguably be the most important will be the much-awaited Kushaq mid-size SUV. Scheduled to make its world premire in March, the SUV will be the first offering from the Volkswagen Group’s India 2.0 plan and will be based on the heavily localised MQB A0 IN platform. Previewed by the Vision IN concept seen here and set to precede the launch of the ,Volkswagen Taigun, – which it shares its underpinnings with – the ,Skoda Kushaq, will be over 4.2m long and will have a 2,671mm wheelbase, which promises ample space for rear seat passengers. 1.0- and 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine options will be on offer with manual and automatic gearbox options. Coming ,Mid 2021 ,Engines ,1.0 P, 1.5 P ,Price ,Rs 10–16 lakh Renault Kiger The next big thing from Renault is the Kiger compact SUV. Previewed by the Kiger concept (80 percent of it is said to be shared with the final, road-going model, design-wise), the production version will be based on Renault- Nissan’s global CMF-A+ modular platform that also underpins the Triber and the recently-launched Nissan Magnite. Renault’s first sub-four-metre SUV is set to be positioned at the lower end of the compact SUV market. In order to keep costs in check, the Kiger will share parts and components with the Triber and other Renault models, and will have some familiar bits on the inside. Along with a 72hp, 1.0-litre, naturally-aspirated engine, there will also be a 100hp, 1.0-litre turbo-petrol option. There will be no diesel engine on offer. Gearbox choices will include a 5-speed manual and an AMT for the naturally-aspirated petrol, while the turbo variant is also set to get a CVT automatic option. While it will be positioned in the lower-half of the compact SUV segment, price-wise, expect it to be at a bit of a premium compared to the Magnite. Coming ,Early-2021 ,Engines ,1.0 P ,Price ,Rs 5.5-10 lakh Tata HBX Tata Motors has confirmed that the final, production-spec mini-SUV, based on the ,HBX, concept, will be ,launched by March 2021,. It will be the second Tata model, after the Altroz, to be based on the carmaker’s new ALFA platform, and will slot in below the Nexon in the company’s SUV range. The production-spec HBX’s interior is likely to remain largely the same as that of the concept we saw at Auto Expo 2020, minus some of the trinkets. Speaking of features, the HBX is expected to get a part-digital instrument cluster, automatic climate control and a free-standing touchscreen infotainment system. It could also debut the direct-injection version of Tata’s 1.2- litre turbo-petrol engine. While the base engine option is expected to be the same 1.2-litre, naturally-aspirated petrol also found in the Tiago, Tigor and Altroz, the 1.2-litre turbo-petrol with direct injection will likely be a significantly more powerful alternative. Gearbox options for the Tata HBX will likely include a 5-speed manual and an AMT. There will be no diesel engine on offer, but Tata is working on an all-electric version of the HBX, which should arrive in a couple of years. Coming, Early-2021 ,Engines, 1.2 P ,Price, Rs 4.5–7.5 lakh MG ZS The ZS range will expand with the arrival of a 1.5 naturally-aspirated and a 111hp, 1.0-litre, direct-injection turbo petrol engine. The latter will be offered with a 6-speed dual-clutch transmission and is set to sport a sub-Rs 10-lakh starting price. Coming ,Mid-2021 ,Engines ,1.0 P, 1.5 P ,Price ,Rs 10–16 lakh New Range Rover The new-gen Range Rover will be the first Land Rover to use JLR’s Modular Longitudinal Architecture (MLA), is expected to derive styling cues from the Velar and feature rear-wheel-steering. Coming ,End-2021 ,Engines ,3.0 P, 3.0 D, 4.4 P ,Price ,Rs 2–4.5 crore Skoda Kodiaq Petrol The previously diesel-only Kodiaq will return as a petrol-only model, with the venerable 2.0-litre TDI being replaced by the 190hp, 2.0-litre TSI mill. This engine will be offered with a 7-speed DSG automatic. Coming ,Mid-2021 ,Engines ,2.0 P ,Price ,Rs 33–37 lakh Toyota Hilux Widely considered to be among the hardiest, most reliable vehicles ever made, the ,Toyoyo, Hilux is a pick-up with an enviable reputation. What will come as welcome news for those keen to have the Hilux in India is that it’s based on the same IMV platform as the ever-popular ,Innova Crysta, and ,Fortuner,, and also has the same powertrains, which will help Toyota keep costs in check. And talking of costs, Toyota is targeting an aggressive starting price of Rs 15 lakh for the Hilux, which will rival the Isuzu V-Cross. Coming ,Mid-2021 ,Engines ,2.4 D, 2.8 D ,Price ,Rs 15–20 lakh Volkswagen Tiguan Facelift Updated for 2021, the ,Volkswagen Tiguan, now sports a number of design changes, including a slimmer grille and restyled LED headlights. When it returns to India, the 5-seat Tiguan will be powered by the same 150hp, 1.5 TSI turbo-petrol engine and 7-speed DSG automatic as the T-Roc. To keep prices in check, the Tiguan facelift will only be available in front-wheel-drive form and is likely to be assembled at Volkswagen’s Chakan plant, near Pune. Expect aggressive pricing for the updated Tiguan. Coming ,Late-2021 ,Engines ,1.5 P ,Price ,Rs 26-29 lakh Volkswagen Taigun Volkswagen,’s long-awaited Taigun is set to make it to showrooms some time in the middle of 2021. This new mid-size SUV is based on the same MQB A0 IN platform as the upcoming Skoda mid-size SUV, and while both SUVs will look different, the Taigun will share most of its mechanicals. Inside, the Taigun will have a digital instruments display and a large touchscreen infotainment system with connected-car tech. It’s expected to come with 1.0- and 1.5-litre TSI petrol engines, as well as manual and automatic gearbox options. Coming ,Mid-2021 ,Engines ,1.0 P, 1.5 P ,Price ,Rs 10–16 lakh
Do you prefer sports cars or sports hatches?
I prefer cars which are true to their purpose. Sports cars, commuters, family cars, commercial ve, etc. The bastardisation spoils the purpose, i.e. a pick-up / off-road car with bling, and low profile tyres, dropped suspension, etc. will NEVER BE A SPORTS CAR; and the tuning bits cause it to be USELESS for it’s intended / suited purpose. Here’s looking at you, Mercedes G63 AMG, S63 AMG, M- variants of BMW X5, X6, etc. Not to mention the horrible “coupe” versions of SUV’s… WELL DONE Mazda Miata /MX5/Fiat 124; Toyota GT86, Corvette, Mustang, Nissan Z350 /Z370, Nissan Patrol, Toyota Land Cruiser, Renault/Dacia Duster, Suzuki Jimny, to name a few… Ever wondered which current cars have what it takes to become classic collectable cars? Very few of the “bastards”, I’m afraid.
What products from Vietnam are cheaper than the counterparts from China?
Stop talking about cheaper products especially manufactured in China. We appreciate quality products made in Japan and other countries more than anything else. Life is too short. You don’t want to make your days ruined by broken this and broken that. The manufacturers grow and flourish due to their dedications to serve us the customers, and hence we should preserve their existence in return. Now I will tell you my personal experience. During my student days 40 years ago, I used to drive my Honda Cub C90 motorbike. It was marvelously easy to drive on the hilly city without ever breaking any part at all. I also had a Yamaha Enduro 125 CC motor trail which brought me everywhere I wanted to venture, without ever changing parts except for the platina. This old technology I tuned myself to always brought optimum firing in its spark plug. Later on my father had a 1980 Suzuki Jimny jeep. It was small and easy to maintain. It brought confidence for us to go everywhere we wanted to go. And guess what? After a few decades, that Honda Cub motorcycle and Suzuki Jimny are built again, this time with modern technologies. My grandson will definitely enjoy such products. You can say that quality legend is passed from generation to generation. And now I have a 1997 Suzuki Baleno sedan which I have been driving for close to 500,000 kilometers. I made the right decision not to change car as my basic transportation. Imported cars were expensive at that time, twice the price of that sold in the US. Now, I am looking for electric car.
What products from Japan are cheaper than their counterparts in China?
Stop talking about cheaper products especially manufactured in China. We appreciate quality products made in Japan and other countries more than anything else. Life is too short. You don’t want to make your days ruined by broken this and broken that. The manufacturers grow and flourish due to their dedications to serve us the customers, and hence we should preserve their existence in return. Now I will tell you my personal experience. During my student days 40 years ago, I used to drive my Honda Cub C90 motorbike. It was marvelously easy to drive on the hilly city without ever breaking any part at all. I also had a Yamaha Enduro 125 CC motor trail which brought me everywhere I wanted to venture, without ever changing parts except for the platina. This old technology I tuned myself to always brought optimum firing in its spark plug. Later on my father had a 1980 Suzuki Jimny jeep. It was small and easy to maintain. It brought confidence for us to go everywhere we wanted to go. And guess what? After a few decades, that Honda Cub motorcycle and Suzuki Jimny are built again, this time with modern technologies. My grandson will definitely enjoy such products. You can say that quality legend is passed from generation to generation.
Why is the Maruti Suzuki Jimmy launching only in petrol engines in India?
Not Just the Jimny, Maruti is launching all its cars with only Petrol Engines now That is because.. To convert an engine from BS4 to BS6, it is easy to do with a Petrol Engine.. You don't really need to make a new engine.. Some tuning / mods to the old BS4 engine makes it a fully operational BS6 engine.. Not Quite with the Diesel Engine.. So Maruti is launching its cars only with Petrol Engines as of now Either Maruti wants to guage the Indian Market - Whether it's sales remain same without a Diesel Engine (Since Prices for Diesel & Petrol are more or less same now) Or it is in the process of developing / procuring a new BS6 Diesel Engine for its Cars In Any Case, Diesel Engines in Maruti Cars will only materialise in mid of 2021..
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