Do all these necessary? Look out

Customers are trying various ways to gave up a different look to their vehicles in order to be unique. Car manufacturers are also supporting this attitude. That is, buyers can fit some accessories which can give a different look. Do all these are useful? We can have a look..

Daytime Running Lights (DRL's) 

In Scandinavian countries there will be daytime fog and in order prevent accidents, DRL's have been used first. And also be seen in luxury cars. But now DRL's are seen in entry level hatchback cars. Now it is completely a decorative element above is there no use. In India like country fog light is enough to prevent fogs. But experts say that DRL's can be used in two-wheelers to avoid accidents.

Rear Spoiler

In racing cars spoilers are used for a better aerodynamic and to get a better track support / grip. In family sedans spoilers have no use. 

Large Rims

Every companies design wheels and its size for their vehicles to have a better performance. Alloys bigger than the specific size can cause alignment and line problems. 

Cruise Control

A specific speed is settled and drive along without using accelerator is Cruise Control. It is a bit expensive technology. According to Indian road condition, it has been a doubt that cruise controls can be used.

Roof Rails

In foreign countries Roof rails are used to carry cycles in SUV's along with a long drive. Is this roof rails useful in small cars.

Sun Roof

Sunroof is seen in luxury cars. But now we can see it in sedans and hatch backs. According to South-Indian climate conditions 6 months will be monsoon and remaining are hot. In northern parts, there will be snowfalls. And the truth is sunroofs are not being used. So why this things?

Car manufacturers are concentrating on these unwanted things. Instead of concentrating on this, they have to concentrate on safety by giving Airbags and ABS - EBD breaking systems. So that accident consequences can be avoided to some extent. 

This are the things which are unnecessary

MAHINDRA XUV500 MODIFIED

SUV's are the most liked segment in world. People buy an SUV and customize it to be unique. In India, one the most good looking SUV, by its stock itself is the Mahindra XUV500. What if it cleverly customized?
Yes, here Mahindra Xuv, is be more unique. CHROME PLATED... This vehicles is customized in Motormind Automotive Designs, Banglore. Now This XUV500 is more unique

Booking Started For Honda WR-V

Honda is introducing a new category/segment to India.

The New Honda WR-V offer many premium features into this hatch  (premium) car. Bookings had started booking had started and will be both available in diesel and petrol. Petrol Top-end will cost upto 8Lakhs and 10Lakhs for the Diesel (On-Road price Cochin).

    

Review: Volkswagen Ameo

So, a sub-4m Volkswagen sedan? Is it a Vento with a smaller boot or a Polo with a slightly bigger boot?

Well, the Vento is essentially a Polo with a big boot, and while being based on the same platform, the Vento gets an extended wheelbase that provides added legroom at the back. However, the Ameo has the exact wheelbase as the hatchback with almost no changes mechanically. So, the Ameo is more of a Polo with a slightly bigger boot.

Does it mean that the Germans have just stuck a boot to the Polo?

Not exactly. By redesigning the front bumper, VW has reduced the front overhang by 35mm and added those very millimeters to the rear, which makes it look more proportionate. They've also added some design bits to the front bumper to make it look less bulky as compared to the Polo's.

Are these the only design changes?

So, while it borrows the hood, headlamps, side fenders, doors and the upper grille from the Polo, the rest of the car has been redesigned. For instance, the roof has been lowered by 15mm and there’s a sweeping C-pillar to make the design more flowing than the hatches.

What about the rear design?

Everything is new. A new stubby boot, new tail lamps, new bumper and all that. VW says the Ameo is the first VW made especially for India. While it was designed in Germany by German designers, they've taken a lot of input from the guys sitting in VW’s India office. Also, they say, it's been tailor-made according to Indian needs based on customer surveys done all over the country.

That’s good to know. Now tell us, how's it to drive?

In short, exactly like the Polo. The platform that it's based on, is a capable one. And if you really push it hard, it can hold its line rather well. The steering has the right amount of weight and it increases progressively with speed. It is, by far, the best sub-4m sedan in terms of handling. And that's no surprise because the hatch that it is based on is one of the best driving hatches in the segment.

And the ride?

Umm, we'd say the Amaze and the Xcent do a better job of absorbing bumps. But this one is a bit more pliant and has less vertical movements compared to its rivals. The struts tend to get a bit noisy at times, but nothing that you should be worried about.

So you say it's the best one out there in terms of driving dynamics, but what about the space?

It's not as spacious as the Amaze or even the Xcent. The rear knee room is a bit tight. But to free up as much space as possible, VW has scooped out some bits of the front seat padding. But even with that, six-footers will find it a bit cramped at the back with the front seats adjusted to accommodate a decently built adult.

What’s the interior like?

Again, exactly like the Polo's – well-appointed dashboard with the dual-tone finish. The materials are of good quality and fit and finish is good too.

What about the engines?

For now, there's just one engine on offer: the 3-cyl, 1200cc petrol that churns out 74bhp and 110Nm of torque. Like all three pots, there are fair bit of vibrations from the engine.

Is that power enough for this one?

The numbers aren't impressive and nor is the performance. It's fine if you wish to cruise on the highway or for your daily commute in the city, but at times when you need to quickly overtake fast paced cars on the highway, you'll have to drop a cog or two and make the motor spin at 4000rpm or above to really get going. We'd have liked some more rush from the engine, but as they say, no amount of power will ever be enough.

And what about the pricing?

As we told you a couple of days back, VW has got it right with the Ameo's pricing. It beats almost all of its rivals, with prices starting from Rs 5.41 lakh and going up to Rs 6.91 lakh.

What sort of goodies do we get in the top-end Ameo?

It's been loaded with creature comforts. You get everything from auto AC, cruise control, rear AC vent, electrically folding ORVMs, Bluetooth, steering controls and reverse camera amongst the rest.

If it were you, would you put your money on this or one of its rivals?

As we told you, it drives better than all of the other sub-4m sedans, is loaded with features and the pricing is aggressive too. We wouldn't say it's a looker, but you can't have everything, you see.

Specs3cyl, 1198cc petrol, 74bhp, 110Nm, 5M, 1069kg, boot space: 330 litres, fuel tank 45 litres, Price: Rs 5.41 lakh – 6.91 lakh (ex-showroom, Maharashtra).

The verdict aggressively priced compact sedan has build quality, driving dynamics and a healthy feature list on its side. Petrol motor lacks punch, though.

Maruti-Suzuki Vitara Brezza

Compact SUVs made a great impact on Indians after the upcoming of Renault Duster. In order to the is several manufacturers came with their models even the Indian manufacturers. After Mahindra here comes the Vitara Brezza from Maruti-Suzuki.

Vitara Brezza  completely can called as an "Indian SUV". Brezza had been completely designed and manufactured in India even for global markets.

Exterior

Brezza has a great muscular body and had a stunning look with a small radiator grill with integrated headlamp unit with projector lamp with DRL's. The big huge airdamp with integrated indicators and foglamps on bumber gives a realistic SUV character.

Brezza has a dual tone floating roof, and side profile is not much fluidic, but the shoulder line comes from front to back.

Brezza had a horizontal tail lamp, and a big chromium Name plate. The back part may not always give the SUV character.

Interior

Simple and single toned dash board. Keeps a usual design which we had seen in Maruti-Suzuki cars. Analogue metre, Touch Screen Multimedia with GPS, Automated Air condition, Cruise Control, Push Start button are other highlighted specifications. Colour changeable metre console is an attractive part.

Verdict
Brezza had a great  muscularity of an SUV but not much than Hyundai Creta. Feels like no road presence in cities, but packed with features that in with the competitors and cheapest. Brezza is notable SUV in a range of medium buget.

#National Green Tribunal Act

The registration of new vehicles above 2000 cc engine has been banned in Kerala with National green tribunal act from 23rd may 2016. This means go see Breaking the auditor's report in days from vishnu of disorders have to pay rupees 5000 fine.

But this order has been stayed by the High Court on 28 may 2016.

The vehicles in Kerala which will be affected by National triple anal Coaching circuit bench here are the list

1 Chevrolet Tavera
2. Chevrolet Trailblazer
3 Ford Endeavour
4. Misthubhishi Pajero Sport
5 Hyundai Santa Fe
6 Mahindra Bolero
7.Mahindra Scorpio
8.Mahindra XUV 500
9 Mahindra Xylo
10. Tata Safari
11. Tata Safari Storme
12.Tata Safari Sumo
13 Tata Aria
14 Toyota Innova v
15 Toyota Innova crysta
16 Toyota Fortuner
17 Toyota Land Cruiser
18 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
19 Audi Q5 3.0 TDI
24 Audi Q7
21 Audi A8
22 BMW X3 30d
23 BMW X6
24 BMW 6 Series
25 BMW 7 series
26 Jaguar XF
27 Jaguar XL
28. Land Rover Freelander 2
29. Land Rover Discovery Sport
30.Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
31. Land Rover Discovery 2
32. Land Rover Range Rover sport
33. Land Rover Range Rover long wheelbase
34 Maserati Gilbi
35. Maserati tico transport
36 Mercedes Benz A Class
37 Mercedes Benz B class
38 Mercedes Benz cla class
39 Mercedes Benz GL Class
4 0 Mercedes Benz C class
41 Mercedes Benz C class
42 Mercedes Benz GLA class
43 Mercedes Benz cls class
44 Mercedes Benz cls class
45 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
46 Porsche Cayman
47 Porsche Cayenne
48 Porsche

Nissan Terrano

Nissan Terrano is a premium Compact SUV from one of the world's best SUV manufacturers. Compact SUV is a segment which had been succeeded after the arrival of Renault Duster. Now in India compact SUV play a great role. Several manufactures even Indian companies also launched their models.

Exterior

Nissan Terrano keeps the signature of Nissan vehicles. Terrano keeps the real design to compact SUV. Terrano keeps the same design of Renault Duster.

Interior

The dashboard looks classy compared to competitors. All other rivals bought Touch screen to their models where Terrano had to upgrade more. Hope that Terrano will be upgrading as according to competitors while all others bought their new models.

Engine (Diesel)

• 110PS Power@3900rpm. And 248Nm@2250rpm
• 85PS power@3750rpm. And 200Nm@1900rpm

Verdict

Terrano had been the first version. Had to be upgrade according to the competitors.


Vehicle Provided By; Pinnacle Nissan, Thrissur

*Car 360 here by described is the review of the car. Opinions about the car may vary according to persons. Hereby is the opinion from Car 360. (Jeyessar Motives)

Tata Tiago - With First Drive Experience Video

As we all know, Tata Motors had been for a break and not much success on automobile market. After break Tata Motors came strongly with a compact sedan Zest and then Bolt. Now Tata launched new hatch back Tiago to the market. Now let's look at Tiago how is.  

Exterior

#Its Fantastico. According to the tagline,Tiago is really Fantastic. It keeps all the way different from other Tata Cars. Which means Zest and Bolt showed somewhat similarity to Indica. But Tiago is really new. The hexagon radiator grill and the multi-faced logo with curved frontiers is really good. The small long radiator grill integrated to headlights. At bottom the small air-damp with fog-lamps having chromium inserts.

The side profile is nice with fluidic character lines which leads to the tail lamp.

The back part with small taillights and leading Tata Logo. Number plate comes at bumper.

As of all Tata Tiago is looks to Ford Figo.

Interior

Dualtone interior. Good on standard. Black with peach will give more premium than Beach with grey. Layered designing. Fabric seat great comfort and height adjustable driving seat. AUX, USB, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi with voice Navigation (Connect NeXt). Tiago is packed with lots of utility spaces as bottle holder,mobile holder etc. Tiago is not bad in safety. Tiago has Dual Airbags with ABS - EBD and Corner Stability Control (CSC).

Engine

• Revorton 1.2L  3 cylinder with Multi Drive modes. 1199 CC, 85PS@6000 Rpm, 114Nm@3500Rpm with 5-Speed manual gearbox.

• Revortorq 1.05L  3 cylinder with Multi Drive modes. 1047 CC, 70PS@4000 Rpm, 140Nm@1800-3000Rpm with 5-Speed manual gearbox.

Drive

Not bad in driving experience. Gearbox is not much smooth. Normal power delivery. Feels some lag. Electrical power steering is good in every roads and good handling.

Verdict

Low costing. Price worthing car. Driving experience is same to Maruti-Suzuki Swift. Nice looking and packed with exciting features.

Price

3.20 Lakhs Onwards

Vehicle Provided By : Hyson Tata,Thrissur

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FORD FIGO ASPIRE

When we talk about Ford Figo, it is well family hatch sedan. ford Figo gives you the best features.

The front is good with a chromium lined grilling. It looks somewhat we see in Aston Martin cars. The shoulder line which starts from the front gives you a special attitude to the New Ford Figo.


The rear part is nothing  much to say about. But looks very nice. Looks some what same to Tata Zest and Hyundai Xcent

Interior of Figo is somewhat we see in other Ford cars like Ford Ecosport, Ford Figo. It is a dual tone interior with integrated screen (Full Option) which gives the neccessary details of the vehicle. The other varient come with space to keep our mobile phone (Ford MyDock) which helps us to connect our phone to the car.  audio system comes with Blutooth, Auxilary, USB. There is enough legroom and head room space in the cabin.

Specifications:

SYNC with Applink

The new Ford Figo helps you to connect your phones to the car and can play music, and can receive calls and messages hands-free and call phone contact by speaking their names.

MyFord Dock

The new Ford Figo will hep you to mount and charge your phone in the dock which is safer for driver and pedestrians. It allows to integrate with the car entertainment system. (Will vary according to Variants).

Power-fold Mirrors

The new Ford Figo is very finest at the city traffic. mirrors can be electrically folded inwards the car which can reduce the risk.Steering Mounted ControlsThe new Ford Figo helps you to drive with the eyes in the road. You can change channels or adjust volumes in steering itself.

Automatic Climate Control

The new Ford Figo helps you to cool easily in the summer with the Automated Climate Control.

Ford MyKey
The new Ford Figo this technology helps you to have good driving habits. You can program the seat belt use, limited speeds and moderate audio volumes using this key.

Safety

1. · 6-airbags
2. · Perimeter Alarm
3. · Hill Assist
4. · Electronic Stability Program(ESP)
5. · ABS with EBD
6. · High Steel Cage

Engine
· 1.2Ti-VCT Engine (88 PS with 18.16km/l mileage)
· 1.5 TDCi Diesel Engine (100 PS with 25.83km/l mileage)
· 1.5Ti-VCT Petrol Automatic (112 PS)

Vehicle Provided By: Kairali Ford, Thrissur

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AUTO EXPO16 Short Look

In this Auto Expo several Companies exhibited their models. We can have a short look through it. These are expected to be launch in India.

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Toyota Innova

In MPV Segment, there are several models. but the KING of MPV credit goes to the Toyota Innova. From the last 10 years to till now Innova has its demand. Several manufactures brought their MPV's but noone can beat Innova. now the new comer to the MPV segment is thr Renault Lodgy. By understandin this, Toyota also prepared to launch 2nd generation Of Innova named as INNOVA CRYSTA. So we are hereby having a short look of the present Innova. 

        Price :16 Lakhs  (Ex-showroom Price TopEnd)          

Exterior

Innova still keeps the basic design. The only difference can be highlighted is the New radiator grill and the Chromium coloured Cluster with reflectors over number plate at rear. As we know due to the large wheel base, there is more space in the cabin. 

Interior

 Dash board of Innova is the same. But due to the colour tones, it looks premium. Attractive Instrument Cluster, 4-Spoke Tiltable Steering Wheel with mounted Audio Controls and call buttons, Multi Information Display, Sunglass holder,  2-Din Touch Screen Audio System, Automatic Climate Control, 2nd row A/C Control Panel and All row A/C Vents, Good seating position, Ambient lighting, lots of storage spaces and spacious cabin are highlighted elements in Toyota Innova. 

Specifications

• Electrically Adjustable OVRM's with turn integators.
• Automatic Climate Control with All row A/C vents  (According to Variants).
• Dual Airbag as standard across all the variants.
•  2-Din Touch Screen Audio System with AM-FM, Bluetooth, USB, Auxilary, CD.
• ABS EBD (According to Variants).
• Sunglass Holder

Compititors

Renault Lodgy, Tata Aria, Mahindra Xylo, Maruti-Suzuki Ertiga, Honda Mobilio, Nissan Evalia, Cheverolet Enjoy

Engine

D-4D with (102PS)@3600rpm

                 (200Nm)@1200-3600rpm               

Drive

Good driving, Good Seating position gives great visibility, Optable for Long drives, feels a bit body roll and sharp curves. 

CAR360 Verdict

Innova has all the premium features. Good driving, responsive engine, Good seating position, spacious cabin which all needed for a MPV. Optable for long drives. As Toyota concerns safety, Innova has all Standard safety measures. All these may have put up the Innova to the KING of MPV's. The only drawback is its pricing compared to its compititors esspecially Renault Lodgy. As the competition among MPV's is going on, Innova is coming with New looks and New features by this year naming INNOVA CRYSTA. Let's wait and see how the New Innova makes An impact on MPV's.

Vehicle Provided By: AB Group, Thrissur

*Car 360 here by described is the review of the car. Opinions about the car may vary according to persons. Hereby is the opinion from Car 360. (Jeyessar Motives)

Renault Kwid

Budget hatch Segment  is one of the demanded segment until  a period. Maruti-Suzuki Alto and Hyundai Santro was one of the best hatch. Later vehicles like Hyundai Eon were  introduced. But due to the lack appearance and features  demand for hatch had decreased and  SUV had a large preference. This may be the reason, Renault introduced a hatch Named “KWID” with new style and feature.

         Price :3 Lakhs Onwards (Ex-showroom Price)           

Exterior

In appearance, Renault Kwid is a Crossover/Mini SUV. Renault Duster itself is an example, which was attracted by the shape. Compared to Kwid's competitors, Kwid has a greater presence which comes from the big radiator grill and big logo. The headlamp unit and foglamps is attractive. The plastic clading over the body gives a look of a Crossover Hatch.

Interior

As mentioned about Kwid's exterior, it is good with in interior. The Digital Instrument Cluster and Touch Screen Media-Navigation System (First In Segment) is fine. The 3-spoke Steering Wheel gives a sporty look (Looks good compared to other Renault Cars). Kwid gives a great visibility while driving like a SUV. There is good headroom but lack of legroom. The bootspace is more compared to its competitors.

Engine

793 CC 3-Cylinder with 5-Speed Manual

Drive

Good driving like of a hatch.  Kwid has enough power and good handling. There is a vibration because of the 3-Cylinder engine. The light weight steering wheel  is sometimes convenience  at high speed.

JM Verdict

People who prefer a small (Budget Small Car) can prefer Renault Kwid. Compared to other hatches Kwid has a some features more as a plus point. Kwid gives a greater road presence and does not feel has a small car.

Competitors

Datsun Go, Maruti-Suzuki Alto800, Hyundai Eon

Specifications 

•  Digital Instrument Cluster
•  Driver Airbag (Optional)
•  Touch Screen Media-Navigation System.

Vehicle Provided By: TVS Renault, Thrissur

*Car 360 here by described is the review of the car. Opinions about the car may vary according to persons. Hereby is the opinion from Car 360. (Jeyessar Motives)

Renault Lodgy

One of the most globally accepted segment are MPV Segments. MPV means people need it to be powerful and should completely be a Multi utility vehicle. Last 10 years, Toyota Innova had put a large Impact on MPV's in India. Several manufactures introduced their competitors for Innova, but still Innova is not ready to give it up. Now Renault had launched their Lodgy to compete with the Innova. Let's checkout how Lodgy is able to  fight with Innova  !!!.

        Price :9 Lakhs Onwards (Ex-showroom Price)          

Exterior

Renault Lodgy in its appearence gives a looj of a MPV. Lodgy has a shape of a Van. The front is filled with a radiator grill with chromium finish with a large logo and the  fog lamp integerated airdamp (Vary according to variants).

The side part with big doors and windshiels is a positive element, which is good while entering to car and gives a good visibility from inside. Lodgy has a boxy structure, but looks good. The rear part may not be so nive looking. But the attractive element is the taillight unit, which is shaped like a Honey nectar.

Interior

The dashboard is same as of Renault Duster. But may be due to change of colour the interior looks premium. Centre Console is fine with Touch Screen Media-Navigation, tiltable steering wheel with mounted switches. As a MPV, Lodgy has spacious cabin with lots of storage spaces. The 2nd and 3rd row A/C vents and Charging slots in every rows are some other features. (Not as a part of standard).

Engine

• dCi diesel 85 Power with 5-Speed manual gearbox.
• dCi diesel VGI with 6-Speed manual transmission.

Drive

Renault Lodgy gives good driving. Optable for long drives. There is a small inconvienience in the gear ratios, but as a 6-Speed transmission, it is not a problem. Anyway Lodgy gives a pleasant journey

Specifications

•  Dual SRP Airbag  (Not as a part of standard)
•   ABS EBD and Break Assist (Standard across all Variants)
•   Daytime Running Lights (Not LED)
•   Touch Screen Media-Navigation System with USB, Auxiliary, Bluetooth and and AM    FM radio (According to Variants)
•   Electrically adjustable OVRM's. 
•   Tiltable Steering Wheel mounted with Switches
•  Cruise Control and Speed Limit
•    Audio Control Switches
•    Height Adjustable Driver Seat
•     Rear Parking Assist

Compititors

Toyota Innova, Tata Aria, Mahindra Xylo, Maruti-Suzuki Ertiga, Honda Mobilio, Nissan Evalia, Cheverolet Enjoy

JM Verdicts

Renault Lodgy is a MPV with all necessary features. Lodgy has very good responsive engine and lots of storage and spacious Cabin which is needed in a MPV, therefore good for long drives. When compared to Innova, Lodgy has some features more and some less. Anyway the positive element when compared to Innova is the pricing. People who prefer a Multi Utility Vehicle with good pricing, Renault Lodgy is a nice option.

Vehicle Provided By: TVS Renault, Thrissur

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Hyundai Creta

Hyundai Creta is actually a Compact SUV. But due to the launching of Maruti-Suzuki S-Cross or may be other reason, Creta competes with S-Cross. The real competitors are : Renault Duster, Nissan Terrano, MahindraTUV300.

https://youtu.be/M3ZWdH2iOEs

Maruti-Suzuki S-Cross

Maruti-Suzuki launched some premium models through NEXA. One such model is S-Cross. S-Cross comes in crossover segment. According to its tagline, S-Cross gives the power of a SUV and the comfort of a SEDAN. Lets check how the S-Cross is :