2024 Comparing News & Top Stories

2024 Comparing the specifications of the Hyundai Creta, Skoda Kushaq, Volkswagen Taigun, Honda Elevate, MG Astor, and Citroen C3 Aircross

2024 Comparing The facelifted Hyundai Creta was recently released in India, with starting pricing as low as Rs 11 lakh (introductory ex-showroom across India). Even though we’ve previously contrasted it with the Kia Seltos and the Maruti Grand Vitara-Toyota Hyryder combination, let’s examine its numerical performance against a few additional high-end gasoline-only competitors in this article:

2024 Comparing Dimensions

2024 Hyundai Creta

Skoda Kushaq

Volkswagen Taigun

Honda Elevate

MG Astor

Citroen C3 Aircross

Length

4330 mm

4225 mm

4221 mm

4312 mm

4323 mm

4323 mm

Width

1790 mm

1760 mm

1760 mm

1790 mm

1809 mm

1796 mm

Height

1635 mm*

1612 mm

1612 mm

1650 mm

1650 mm

1665 mm (5-seater)/ 1669 mm (7-seater)

Wheelbase

2610 mm

2651 mm

2651 mm

2650 mm

2585 mm

2671 mm

Boot Space

433 litres

385 litres

385 litres

458 litres

Not Available

444 litres (5-seater)/ 511 litres (7-seater with third row seats removed)

  • The 2017 Hyundai Creta is the longest SUV in our comparison, coming in just 7 mm shorter than the MG Astor and Citroen C3 Aircross.
  • Of the vehicles listed above, the MG SUV is the most widely available. Conversely, the width of the Creta is equal to that of the Honda Elevate (1790 mm).
  • The Skoda Kushaq and Volkswagen Taigun have the same width, height, wheelbase, and even trunk capacity because they are practically the same products beneath (having been built on the same platform).
  • The Citroen C3 Aircross is the best vehicle available in terms of both wheelbase length and overall luggage space. This is the only little SUV that can accommodate five or seven people.

2024 Comparing Powertrain

2024 Hyundai Creta

Skoda Kushaq

Volkswagen Taigun

Honda Elevate

MG Astor

Citroen C3 Aircross

Engine

1.5-litre N.A.* petrol/ 1.5-litre turbo-petrol

1-litre turbo-petrol/ 1.5-litre turbo-petrol

1.5-litre N.A.* petrol

1.3-litre turbo-petrol/ 1.5-litre N.A.* petrol

1.2-litre turbo-petrol

Power

115 PS/ 160 PS

115 PS/ 150 PS

121 PS

140 PS/ 110 PS

110 PS

Torque

144 Nm/ 253 Nm

178 Nm/ 250 Nm

145 Nm

220 Nm/ 144 Nm

190 Nm

Transmission

6-speed MT, CVT/ 7-speed DCT

6-speed MT, 6-speed AT/ 6-speed MT, 7-speed DCT

6-speed MT, CVT

6-speed AT/ 5-speed MT, CVT

6-speed MT

Claimed Mileage

17.4 kmpl (MT), 17.7 kmpl (CVT)/ 18.4 kmpl

19.76 kmpl, 18.09 kmpl/ 18.60 kmpl, 18.86 kmpl

19.87 kmpl, 18.15 kmpl/ 18.61 kmpl, 19.01 kmpl

15.31 kmpl, 16.92 kmpl

14.34 kmpl/ 15.43 kmpl, 14.82 kmpl

18.5 kmpl

  • With the exception of the Honda Elevate, which has the strongest N.A. engine available, all of these SUVs have the option of a turbo-petrol engine.
  • The new Creta has surpassed the Kushaq-Taigun combination to have the most potent and ferocious turbo-petrol engine in the class. Here, Skoda and Volkswagen have the most transmission choices for their SUVs.
  • You should choose between the Volkswagen Taigun and the Skoda Kushaq if you want the SUV with the most fuel-efficient engine. Active cylinder deactivation is another characteristic of their 1.5-liter turbo-petrol engine that turns off two of the four cylinders when the engine is not in use to maximize fuel efficiency.

2024 Comparing Feature Highlights

2024 Hyundai CretaSkoda Kushaq/ Volkswagen TaigunHonda ElevateMG AstorCitroen C3 Aircross
Auto-LED headlights

LED DRL light bar

LED connected taillights

17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels

Leather upholstery

8-way power-adjustable driver seat

Ambient lighting

10.25-inch touchscreen

10.25-inch digital driver’s display

Panoramic sunroof

Dual-zone AC

Ventilated front seats

Wireless phone charging

Paddle shifters

Cruise control

8-speaker Bose sound system

Connected car tech

ADAS

6 airbags

360-degree camera

Electronic parking brake with auto-hold

Tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS)

Front and rear parking sensors

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

Auto-LED headlights with LED DRLs

LED connected taillights

Front fog lamps with cornering function

17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels

Leatherette upholstery

6-way power adjustable front seats

Ventilated front seats

10.1-inch touchscreen

8-inch digital driver’s display

Wireless phone charging

Sunroof

Auto AC

Paddle shifters

Push-button start/stop

Connected car tech

6-speaker sound system

6 airbags

Reversing camera

Electronic stability control

Tyre pressure monitoring system

Auto-LED headlights with LED DRLs

LED taillights

17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels

Leatherette upholstery

Height-adjustable driver seat

10.25-inch touchscreen

Semi-digital instrument cluster with 7-inch TFT

Connected car tech

Wireless phone charging

Sunroof

Auto AC

Push-button start/stop

Cruise control

8-speaker sound system

ADAS

6 airbags

LaneWatch camera

Electronic stability control

Reversing camera

Auto-LED projector headlights with LED DRLs

LED taillights

Halogen front fog lamps with cornering function

17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels

Leather upholstery

6-way power adjustable driver’s seat

10-inch touchscreen

7-inch digital driver’s display

Connected car tech

Ventilated front seats

Auto AC

Wireless phone charging

Panoramic sunroof

6-speaker sound system

Heated ORVMs

ADAS

6 airbags

360-degree camera

Tyre pressure monitoring system

Electronic stability program

Halogen headlights with LED DRLs

Halogen taillights

17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels

Semi-leatherette upholstery

Height-adjustable driver seat

10.2-inch touchscreen

Steering-mounted controls

Manual AC

Electrically adjustable ORVMs

7-inch digital driver’s display

6-speaker sound system

Dual front airbags

Electronic stability program

Reversing camera

Tyre pressure monitoring system

  • With amenities like dual-zone temperature control, an 8-way powered driver seat, a 10.25-inch digital driver’s display, and an automatic parking brake with auto-hold, the Hyundai Creta tops the list of most feature-rich SUVs in our comparison.
  • The C3 Aircross is the only SUV above without a sunroof, despite the Creta and Astor having a panoramic one as standard equipment. The only SUVs with ADAS are the Creta, Astor, and Elevate.
  • With the exception of the Elevate and C3 Aircross, all SUVs include power-adjustable driver’s seats and ventilated front seats. Of the aforementioned cars, the Citroen SUV has the fewest features.
  • While every SUV has six airbags and a reversing camera, the Citroen SUV only has two front airbags.

Price

2024 Hyundai CretaSkoda KushaqVolkswagen TaigunHonda ElevateMG AstorCitroen C3 Aircross
PriceRs 11 lakh to Rs 20.15 lakhRs 11.89 lakh to Rs 20.49 lakhRs 11.70 lakh to Rs 20 lakhRs 11.58 lakh to Rs 16.20 lakhRs 9.98 lakh to Rs 17.90 lakhRs 9.99 lakh to Rs 12.75 lakh

All of these high-end SUVs are reasonably priced, but the MG Astor and Citroen C3 Aircross are the most affordable, with prices beginning over Rs 1 lakh less than the Hyundai Creta. Nevertheless, at Rs 20.49 lakh, the highest-end Monte Carlo edition of the Skoda Kushaq costs Rs 34,000 more than the matching variant of the Hyundai Creta.

Top Car Headlines News & Top Stories

Top Car Headlines for the Week (January 22–26): Price Increases, Variant Releases, and New Updates

Top Car Headlines Tata began taking orders for CNG automated vehicles, and Citroen unveiled a new top-spec model for its electric hatchback.

Tata made news during the last week of January when it announced that prices on its whole range of products will be revised at the same time as the company opened orders for the country’s first CNG automated automobiles. Mahindra made some feature changes to one of its well-liked SUVs about the same time as Citroen unveiled a new version of its electric hatchback. Let’s examine each of the week’s major moments in detail.

Tiago/Tigor CNG Automatic Reservations Are Now Open

Tiago/Tigor CNG Automatic Reservations Are Now Open

Tata unveiled a teaser for the CNG automated versions of the Tiago and Tigor last week, along with the opening of order books. The Tiago and Tigor are expected to be India’s first automatic CNG vehicles. Furthermore, the carmaker has offered the Tiago, Tiago NRG, and Tigor three additional color options apiece.

The Citroen eC3 Has A New Model

The Citroen eC3 Has A New Model

With the release of the top-spec Shine variant, the Citroen eC3 hatchback gained new features. The eC3 was only available in two versions previously: Live and Feel. The style and engine of the electric hatchback have not changed, while a few new features have been added.

Deliveries of the Tata Punch EV Started

Tata’s new all-electric Punch EV was given pricing two weeks ago, and the carmaker began shipping the vehicle the week before. You can also view the picture gallery for the Tata Punch EV’s base-spec Smart and mid-spec Adventure long-range versions in the associated news.

Tata’s new all-electric Punch EV was given pricing two weeks ago, and the carmaker began shipping the vehicle the week before. You can also view the picture gallery for the Tata Punch EV’s base-spec Smart and mid-spec Adventure long-range versions in the associated news.

Mahindra Scorpio N Losses Functionality

Mahindra Scorpio N Losses Functionality

Mahindra revised the specifications of the mid-spec Z6 Scorpio N version, which resulted in an increase in pricing. These modifications will take effect for all Scorpio N orders placed after 2024.

Tata Automobiles Will Expense a Lot Soon

Prepare to spend extra on Tata vehicles as the manufacturer has announced price increases that will take effect in 2024 for all models, including EVs. The initial pricing of the redesigned Tata Safari, Harrier, and Nexon will also expire along with this price increase.

Top Car Headlines Dealerships are now selling the Citroen C3 Aircross Automatic.

Dealerships are now selling the Citroen C3 Aircross Automatic.

As the cars arrive before the launch, customers can test drive the automatic version of the Citroen C3 Aircross at dealerships. The Citroen SUV is now limited to a 6-speed manual transmission as its only available choice. In the upcoming days, Citroen will reveal the C3 Aircross automatic’s pricing.

Porsche Macan Electric Reservations Are Now Open.

The Macan Turbo EV, Porsche’s brand-new electric vehicle, was introduced in India. The automaker is currently taking orders for the Macan electric variant, with delivery starting in the second half of 2024.

News & Top Stories

Tata Punch EV Adventure Long Range Variant Described in 8 Pictures

The Tata Punch EV’s Adventure model is the entry-level choice for the larger battery pack, which has a 421 km stated range.

Recently, the Tata Punch EV car went on sale in India for an introductory price of Rs 10.99 lakh. It has two battery pack options: Medium Range and Long Range, and is offered in five main variants: Smart, Smart Plus, Adventure, Empowered, and Empowered Plus. You can see what the Tata Punch EV car Adventure LR has to offer in these eight photos, and the Long Range battery pack is available starting with the Adventure model.

Tata Punch EV (11)
The Punch EV car Adventure and the more highly equipped Empowered models are comparable up front. It has linked LED DRLs, LED fog lamps with cornering capability, and LED projector headlights. In addition to being daytime running lights, the LED DRLs provide turn signal sequence effects, welcome and farewell animations, and more. Its connected DRL arrangement lacks a charge indicator, in contrast to its higher-spec trims.

As of this Adventure version, more exterior colors like Daytona Grey, Fearless Red, and the Seaweed featured above will also be accessible.

Even though the Punch EV Adventure lacks a rear wiper-washer and a rear defogger, its rear end is virtually comparable to that of the higher-spec variants. The silver skid plate and blacked-out rear bumper with LED taillamps are the only details that haven’t changed.

Interior

Tata Punch EV Car

The Tata Punch EV Adventure model has a dual-tone dashboard. It has a 7-inch Harman infotainment system, which is similar to the ICE (internal combustion engine) version, and is controlled by steering-mounted controls. It also has wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. It also includes a Type-C USB charger, a 12V power socket underneath, and automatic air conditioning with a touch control panel.

A jewelled drive mode selector with an integrated display and a semi-digital instrument cluster are additional features of the Tata Punch EV Adventure model. It has an auto hold function and an electronic parking brake as well. Please be aware that these are only compatible with the Punch EV’s long-range Adventure version—not with the medium-range model.

Seat upholstery in the Punch EV Adventure long range edition is dual-tone grey cloth. All other passengers in the Punch EV have adjustable headrests, with the exception of the center passenger in the back. It does not, however, come with the rear center armrest that comes with the more expensive Empowered model.

The Punch EV Adventure Long Range also has push-button start/stop, electrically adjustable ORVMs, and cruise control. Multi-mode regenerative braking and three drive modes (Sport, Eco, and City) are also included.

Customers may upgrade to the Adventure S long range variant for an extra Rs 50,000, which comes with extra equipment including automated headlights, a sunroof, the choice of a dual-tone exterior color, and rain-sensing wipers.

Electric motor, battery pack, and charging

With a 35 kWh battery pack that claims a range of 421 km, the Adventure variation of the Tata Punch EV is the entry-level model for the long range option. It drives an electric motor that produces 190 Nm and 122 PS.

Both 3.3 kW and 7.2 kW AC charging options are available for the Punch EV long range variant, with the latter requiring an additional Rs 50,000. The quicker charging option charges the battery from 10 to 100 percent in 5 hours, compared to 13.5 hours for the former. Additionally, it enables 50 kW DC rapid charging, which takes only 56 minutes to fully charge a battery from 10% to 80%.

Cost & Competition

The starting price of the Tata Punch EV Adventure long range variant, ex-showroom across India, is Rs 12.99 lakh. It competes with the Citroen eC3 and offers a high-end substitute for the Tata Tiago EV and MG Comet EV.

Tata Punch EV News & Top Stories

Tata Punch EV Base-specual Eight Pictures To Describe The Smart Variant

The baseline specification Although the Tata Punch EV Smart lacks infotainment, it does have automatic air conditioning and a semi-digital driver’s display.

Nestled between the Tata Tiago EV car and the Tata Nexon EV in the Tata. ev portfolio is the newest all-electric vehicle, the Tata Punch EV car. The five main varieties of the electric micro SUV are Smart, Smart Plus, Adventure, Empowered, and Empowered Plus, with prices starting at Rs 10.99 lakh (introductory ex-showroom). We have covered the Punch EV’s entry-level Smart model in detail with eight pictures in this post

Although LED headlights and LED DRLs are standard equipment even on the base-spec Tata Punch EV, they are disconnected and do not have any motion. The Smart version of the electric micro SUV is a base-spec model, therefore it also lacks front fog lamps.

Another feature that sets the Punch EV Smart apart from its more expensive models is its smaller, 15-inch steel wheels covered with wheel caps. Additionally, the Punch EV Smart variant comes with blacked-out door handles and ORVMs that are coated in black. Higher-end Punch EV models come with body-colored door handles and gloss black ORVMs.

The lack of roof rails on this Tata Punch EV further suggests that it is an entry-level model.

The Tata Punch EV Smart is equipped without a rear wiper, washer, or defroster. The silver skid plate on the bumper and LED taillamps on the lower trim levels of the Tata Punch EV are the only differences in the exterior design.

Interior

Tata Punch EV images

The dual-tone dashboard and cloth seat upholstery are elements of the Tata Punch EV Smart version. This electric mini SUV model lacks an infotainment system, which seems like a major omission from Tata at this pricing range. It does, however, come equipped with a touch control panel, front power windows, a cooled glovebox, an air purifier, a semi-digital driver’s display, and automatic air conditioning.

In addition to having two drive modes (City and Sport), the Punch EV Smart has multi-mode regenerative braking. However, unlike the higher varieties, the drive selector lacks a digital display.

Tata Punch EV images
While the Punch EV Smart is equipped with the same 2-spoke steering wheel that features an illuminated Tata logo, it is blacked out in contrast to the dual-tone leatherette-wrapped steering wheel that is available with the Punch top-spec model. Furthermore, it lacks steering-mounted controls due to the absence of an infotainment system.

The Punch EV smart is devoid of rear power windows, rear AC vents, and a center headrest when it comes to the back seats.

The Punch EV Smart has a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), hill hold assist, electronic stability control (ESC), ABS with EBD, six airbags, and rear parking sensors for passenger protection.

But for an additional Rs 50,000, you can choose the Punch EV Smart Plus version, which has a 7-inch touchscreen, a six-speaker sound system, a day/night inside rearview mirror (IRVM), paddle shifters, and a rear parking camera.

Specifics of the Powertrain

The Punch EV Smart has a 315 km range and is equipped with a 25 kWh medium-range battery pack that is connected to an electric motor producing 82 PS and 114 Nm. A 3.3 kW AC rapid charge is one of the charging options; it can recharge a battery from 10% to 100% in 9.4 hours. Additionally, it enables 50 kW DC rapid charging, which charges a battery from 10 to 80 percent in 56 minutes.

With the Punch EV Smart model, Tata is not providing customers with the option of a 7.2 kW charger.

Price Range and Competitors

The pricing range for the Tata Punch EV is Rs 10.99 lakh to Rs 15.49 lakh. It is a premium substitute for the Tata Tiago EV and MG Comet EV, competing with the Citroen eC3.

Citroen eC3 News & Top Stories

The Citroen eC3’s top-spec Shine variant adds more features.

Updated features include a rear parking camera and electrically adjustable ORVMs.

  • The highest specification The Citroen eC3 Shine model costs Rs 13.20 lakh.
  • Electrically adjustable ORVMs, a rear parking camera, and a rear defogger with a washer and wiper are among the new features.
  • comes with the same 29.2 kWh battery pack that has a stated range of up to 320 km according to ARAI.
  • Right now, its pricing ranges from Rs 11.61 lakh to Rs 13.50 lakh.

There were two main variations available for the Citroen eC3, which was introduced in India in February 2023: Live and Feel. The eC3 electric hatchback features a new top-spec Shine variant for 2024. The eC3 now has more features than it did previously with the release of this latest version.

Let’s look at the Citroen eC3’s full pricing list before moving on to further specifics:

VariantPrice
LiveRs 11.61 lakh
FeelRs 12.70 lakh
Feel Vibe PackRs 12.85 lakh
Feel Vibe Pack Dual ToneRs 13 lakh
ShineRs 13.20 lakh
Shine Vibe PackRs 13.35 lakh
Shine Vibe Pack Dual ToneRs 13.50 lakh

Updates for Features

The Citroen eC3 Car top-spec Shine version now has a rear parking camera, rear wiper-washer, rear defogger, and electrically adjustable ORVM. The leather wrap around the steering wheel has also been added.

The Shine edition of the eC3 runs on 15-inch alloy wheels, which are also available on the mid-spec Feel variant of the eC3. The only exterior changes are silver skid plates on the front and rear bumpers.

The Citroen eC3 Car also has a manual air conditioning system, semi-digital instrument cluster, manual AC, keyless entry, and a 10.2-inch touchscreen entertainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Rear parking sensors, ABS with EBD, and dual front airbags all contribute to safety.

The battery pack remains unchanged.

For its new top-spec Shine model, Citroen hasn’t altered the electric hatchback’s drivetrain in any way. With a 29.2 kWh battery pack, the eC3 is touted to have a 320 km range by ARAI. A 57 PS and 143 Nm electric motor is connected to the battery pack.

The eC3 has two charging options: a 15A home charger that can recharge the battery from 10 to 100 percent in 10.5 hours, and a 50 kW DC fast charger that takes 57 minutes to charge from 10 to 80 percent.

Take note that there is already a Citroen C3 petrol model with the same name, Shine.

Rivals

The Citroen eC3 is a more substantial substitute for the MG Comet EV, and it competes with the Tata Punch EV and Tata Tiago EV.

Maruti Jimny News & Top Stories

Maruti Jimny Extreme: Enhanced to Appear Larger and More Vibrant

This customized Maruti Jimny has a snorkel in addition to chunky off-road tires.

The five-door Maruti Jimny was first offered in India as a useful substitute for the Mahindra Thar. Despite having full-time four-wheel drive (4WD) as standard, Maruti’s off-road SUV has drawn criticism for being less powerful and smaller than the three-door Thar. We recently came across a specially designed Maruti Jimny that seems to solve the size problem. Let’s examine it more closely as it appears in these four pictures.

Maruti Jimny Car
The large set of wheels helps it sit taller even though the main body is still identical to the standard Jimny variant. In addition to having more ground clearance than the normal Maruti Jimny, this customized Jimny also has a noticeably steeper approach angle -Maruti Jimny Extreme Car

In addition, a snorkel has been added to the entire A-pillar of this Jimny, improving its ability to wade through water and slush, even in deeper pools than the standard Maruti Jimny. The increased height and ground clearance for this SUV variant are, however, not precisely known – Maruti Jimny Extreme Car

Maruti Jimny car

We can see the enormous set of 15-inch high profile off-road tires, which have a width of 315 mm, superior in profile. The wheel’s overall height, measured from the bottom to the top, is almost 35 inches, or 7.72 inches higher than the height of the tires that come with the standard Jimny. In addition to offering better traction and contact in difficult conditions, these off-road tires with deep grooves are more resilient than standard tires for demanding off-road use.

The Jimny’s tailgate is even equipped with an extra wheel sporting customized rims and tires, adding to the hefty rear end of the SUV. Everything about the design is the same except for the new wheel.

What Drives The Jimny-spec India?

A 1.5-liter petrol engine with 105 PS and 134 Nm powers the Maruti Jimny. Either a 4-speed automatic or a 5-speed manual transmission is attached to this unit. The drivetrain comes equipped with four-wheel drive (4WD) as standard. It’s unknown what modifications have been made to the engine of this custom-spec Jimny.

Safety & Features

The factory specifications The Maruti Jimny comes equipped with features including cruise control, automatic climate control, and a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wifi Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Six airbags, electronic stability control (ESC), hill hold and descent control, and a rearview camera all ensure safety.

Price Range and Competitors

The pricing of the Maruti Jimny in India ranges from Rs 12.74 lakh to Rs 15.05 lakh. It competes against the Mahindra Thar and Force Gurkha, two other sub-4m off-road vehicles.