This June, You May Have To Wait Up To Five Months To Bring A Compact Sedan Home News & Top Stories

This June, You May Have To Wait Up To Five Months To Bring A Compact Sedan Home

For drivers who value a roomy boot, sophisticated appearance, and plush seats, compact sedans provide the ideal mix of comfort and performance. Thus, you may have to wait up to five months if you were hoping to bring one home this month. The waiting times for small automobiles in the top 20 Indian cities as of June 2024 are described in this article:

CityVolkswagen Virtus Honda CityHonda City HybridHyundai VernaSkoda SlaviaMaruti Ciaz
New DelhiNo WaitingN.A.0.5-1 Month2-3 Months0.5-1 Month1 Month
Bangalore0.5 Month1 Month1 Month2-3 Months1 Month1 Week
Mumbai1 Week1 Week0.5-1 Month2 Months1.5-2 Months1-1.5 Month
Hyderabad1.5 Month1 Month1 Month2-3 Months1 Month1 Month
Pune1 Month0.5-1 Month0.5-1 Month2-3 Months1 Week1-1.5 Month
Chennai1 Month1 Month1 Month2-3 Months1-1.5 Month1-2 Months
JaipurNo WaitingNo WaitingNo Waiting2-3 Months1 Month1 Month
Ahmedabad1-1.5 Month0.5 Month0.5 Month2-3 Months1 WeekNo Waiting
Gurugram0.5-1 Month1 Week1 Week1.5-2.5 Months1-2 Months1 Month
Lucknow0.5-1 Month0.5-1 Month0.5-1 Month2 Months2-2.5 Months0.5-1 Month
Kolkata1-2 MonthsNo WaitingNo Waiting1.5-2.5 Months1-1.5 Month1-1.5 Month
Thane0.5 Month0.5 Month0.5 Month3 Months0.5-1 Month1-1.5 Month
SuratNo WaitingNo Waiting1 Month2-3 MonthsNo WaitingNo Waiting
GhaziabadNo Waiting1 Week1 Week2-3 Months1 Month1-1.5 Month
Chandigarh1 Month0.5 Month0.5 Month2-3 Months1 Month1-1.5 Month
Coimbatore2 Months1 Week1 Week2-3 Months4-5 Months1-2 Months
Patna1 MonthNo Waiting1 Month2 Months1 Month1 Month
Faridabad1-2 Months0.5 Month0.5 Month2-3 Months1-2 Months1-2 Months
Indore0.5-1 Month0.5 Month0.5-1 Month2-3 Months1-2 Months1 Month
Noida0.5-1 Month0.5 Month0.5-1 Month1.5-2.5 Months1-1.5 Month1 Month

Important lessons learned:

  • While the Volkswagen Virtus is easily accessible in places like New Delhi, Jaipur, Surat, and Ghaziabad, purchasers in Kolkata, Coimbatore, and Faridabad may have to wait up to two months.
  • In certain places, such as Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Noida, it may take up to a month to get the next easily accessible compact sedan, the Honda City (containing both petrol and hybrid versions). Buyers in other cities should anticipate receiving their vehicles in around half a month. It’s interesting to note that while consumers in Surat and Patna can obtain the Honda City gasoline form right away, those who choose the hybrid version may have to wait up to one month in these cities.
  • In 14 out of the 20 cities, the Hyundai Verna has the longest waiting period—more than 2.5 months. Depending on the dealership, buyers in Gurugram, Kolkata, and Noida may receive it in 1.5 months.
  • Coimbatore residents who want to purchase a Skoda Slavia will have to wait till the end of the year. Aside from this, the Slavia currently has an average 1.5-month wait time. On the other hand, clients in Surat, Ahmedabad, and Pune could have to wait comparatively less for their deliveries.
  • In Ahmedabad and Surat, purchasers can drive a new Maruti Ciaz home right away, with an average waiting period of one to one and a half months.
The most lucid spy photos to date show the Skoda Sub-4m SUV once more. News & Top Stories

The most lucid spy photos to date show the Skoda Sub-4m SUV once more.

  • We were able to get a better look at the subcompact SUV‘s tail light cluster in the most recent spy photo.
  • Given that the vehicle was observed with steel wheels covered in black, it seems to be a lower-spec version.
  • Highlight features can be a sunroof, ventilated front seats, and a 10-inch touchscreen.
  • It is expected to be equipped with a rear parking camera, electronic stability control (ESC), and six airbags for safety.
  • Most likely to come with a 6-speed MT or 6-speed AT transmission and a 1-liter turbo-petrol engine choice.
  • By 2025, it is anticipated to go on sale in India for Rs 8.50 lakh (ex-showroom).

One of the next nameplates the automaker plans to launch in India is the Skoda sub-4m SUV, which is anticipated to happen in 2025. The same MQB-A0-IN platform that powers the Skoda Slavia and Kushaq will serve as its foundation. Here’s what we noticed when we just met the forthcoming subcompact SUV test mule again.

A Lookalike Of Kushaq

According to the most recent spy photos, the subcompact SUV would resemble the current Kushaq SUV in terms of shape and design. Even with its extensive disguise, the test mule’s split headlights and LED DRLs are discernible in these most lucid spy photos to date. The small SUV from Skoda has the same butterfly Skoda grille as the Kushaq.

The subcompact SUV test mule was equipped with steel wheels covered in black wheel covers. We also got a chance to take a close look at the Skoda subcompact SUV’s LED tail lights, which resemble those on the Kushaq.

Cabin & Attributes

We haven’t had a chance to take a look inside the Skoda subcompact SUV, but we think the steering wheel and infotainment system are the same as those of the Kushaq. It is anticipated to be equipped with a sunroof, automated air conditioning, ventilated front seats, a fully digital driver display, and a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system.

Six airbags, electronic stability control (ESC), a 360-degree camera, and a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) can be included in its safety equipment.

Most Likely To Receive Only One Engine Choice

Only a 1-liter turbo-petrol engine, which is presently available with the Kushaq and Slavia, was allowed for Skoda’s subcompact SUV. With a 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission or a 6-speed manual transmission, this engine produces 115 PS and 178 Nm.

Anticipated Cost & Competitors

Early in 2025, the Skoda sub-4m SUV is anticipated to go on sale in India, with costs starting at approximately Rs 8.50 lakh (ex-showroom). Along with the Maruti Fronx and Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor sub-4m crossovers, it will compete with the Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza, Mahindra XUV 3XO, Kia Sonet, Hyundai Venue, Renault Kiger, and Nissan Magnite.

Tata Harrier News & Top Stories

Exclusive: Tata Harrier EV’s Electric Motor Configuration Is Visible During Tests

  • The Harrier EV’s rear-axle-mounted electric motor is visible in the most recent spy photo.
  • This implies that an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain option will be available for the Harrier EV.
  • Additionally, it will have EV-specific design cues including a closed-off grille and modified alloy wheels.
  • Most likely to come equipped with a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone air conditioning, and a 12.3-inch touchscreen.
  • ADAS, a 360-degree camera, and seven airbags are probably part of its safety equipment.
  • Early 2025 is anticipated for launch, with prices perhaps starting at Rs 30 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Tata Harrier EV made its debut at the 2023 Auto Show before making an appearance earlier in the year at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo. While it was being tested in Leh, India, we were able to obtain fresh spy photos of Tata’s next all-electric mid-size SUV.

Electric Motor Observed

The Harrier EV’s rear-axle-mounted electric motor is visible in the most recent spy photo. Given that the Tata Harrier EV has two electric motors—one on the front axle and the other on the rear axle—this indicates that an all-wheel-drive (AWD) option will probably be available.

The Harrier EV will have a similar silhouette and design components to its internal combustion engine (ICE) equivalent. The alloy wheel design, however, will be unique and made just for the EV. It will include a closed-off grille and connected LED lighting elements on the front and back, based on the concept version displayed at the Bharat Mobility Expo. However, the two bumpers’ designs will be changed to make them seem more EV-specific.

Expected Range

Tata has not yet disclosed the details of the Harrier EV’s electric motor and battery pack, but we anticipate that it will be available with a stated range of more than 500 kilometers. It will also have the option of an all-wheel-drive (AWD) drivetrain with two motors, as was previously mentioned.

Expected Features

It is anticipated that the diesel-powered Harrier and the electric Harrier will have identical features. The list of standard features is expected to include a 10.25-inch digital driver’s display, a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless phone charging, dual-zone automatic air conditioning, ventilated and powered front seats, a panoramic sunroof with mood lighting, and a gesture-activated powered tailgate.

Up to seven airbags, an all-around camera with a blind spot monitor, electronic stability control (ESC), and a comprehensive array of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), such as automated emergency braking and adaptive cruise control, will ensure passenger safety.

Anticipated Cost & Competitors

Prices for the Tata Harrier EV may start at Rs 30 lakh (ex-showroom). It is anticipated to go on sale in India by 2025, competing with the Mahindra XUV.e8 as a high-end substitute for the MG ZS EV and Hyundai Kona Electric.

MG Hector & Hector Plus News & Top Stories

The price of MG Hector and Hector Plus increases by up to Rs 30,000.

  • The price increase for the MG Hector‘s five-seater model is up to Rs 22,000.
  • Right now, its price ranges from Rs 13.99 lakh to Rs 22.24 lakh.
  • Conversely, there has been a price increase of up to Rs 30,000 for the Hector Plus.
  • The current price range for the MG Hector Plus is Rs 18.20 lakh to Rs 23.08 lakh.

The MG Hector and Hector Plus SUVs will now cost you extra money because the company has announced a Rs 30,000 price hike for all variants of both vehicles. The SUV pair’s Blackstorm version is likewise subject to this hike. Let’s examine their updated prices according to variants.

MG Hector

VariantOld PriceNew PriceDifference
Petrol Manual
StyleRs 13.99 lakhRs 13.99 lakhNo difference
Shine ProRs 16 lakhRs 16.16 lakh+ Rs 16,000
Select ProRs 17.30 lakhRs 17.48 lakh+ Rs 18,000
Smart ProRs 18.24 lakhRs 18.43 lakh+ Rs 19,000
Sharp ProRs 19.70 lakhRs 19.90 lakh+ Rs 20,000
Petrol Automatic
Shine Pro CVTRs 17 lakhRs 17.17 lakh+ Rs 17,000
Select Pro CVTRs 18.49 lakhRs 18.68 lakh+ Rs 19,000
Sharp Pro CVTRs 21 lakhRs 21.21 lakh+ Rs 21,000
Hector Blackstorm CVTRs 21.32 lakhRs 21.53 lakh+ Rs 21,000
Savvy Pro CVTRs 21.95 lakhRs 22.17 lakh+ Rs 22,000
Diesel Manual
Shine ProRs 17.70 lakhRs 17.88 lakh+ Rs 18,000
Select ProRs 18.70 lakhRs 18.89 lakh+ Rs 19,000
Smart ProRs 20 lakhRs 20 lakhNo difference
Sharp ProRs 21.70 lakhRs 21.92 lakh+ Rs 22,000
Hector Blackstorm DieselRs 22.02 lakhRs 22.24 lakh+ Rs 22,000
  • The MG Hector’s base-spec Style petrol manual and mid-spec Smart Pro diesel manual models are not impacted by the price increase.
  • The price increase for the higher-spec petrol and diesel versions, which include the Blackstorm editions, is as much as Rs 22,000.
  • The MG Hector is currently available for between Rs 13.99 lakh and Rs 22.24 lakh.

MG Hector Plus

VariantOld PriceNew PriceDifference
Petrol Manual
Select Pro 7-seaterRs 18 lakhRs 18.20 lakh+ Rs 20,000
Sharp Pro 6/7-seaterRs 20.40 lakhRs 20.63 lakh+ Rs 23,000
Petrol Automatic
Sharp Pro CVT 6/7-seaterRs 21.73 lakhRs 21.97 lakh+ Rs 24,000
Hector Plus Blackstorm CVT 7-seaterRs 22.05 lakhRs 22.29 lakh+ Rs 24,000
Savvy Pro CVT 6/7-seaterRs 22.68 lakhRs 22.93 lakh+ Rs 25,000
Diesel Manual
Style 6/7-seaterRs 17 lakhRs 17.30 lakh+ Rs 30,000
Select Pro 7-seaterRs 19.60 lakhRs 19.82 lakh+ Rs 22,000
Smart Pro 6-seaterRs 21 lakhRs 21.23 lakh+ Rs 23,000
Sharp Pro 7-seaterRs 22.30 lakhRs 22.50 lakh+ Rs 20,000
Sharp Pro 6-seaterRs 22.51 lakhRs 22.76 lakh+ Rs 25,000
Hector Plus Blackstorm 7-seater DieselRs 22.62 lakhRs 22.87 lakh+ Rs 25,000
Hector Plus Blackstorm 6-seater DieselRs 22.83 lakhRs 23.08 lakh+ Rs 25,000
  • The diesel versions of the MG Hector Plus have seen a price increase of up to Rs 30,000 in comparison to the petrol version.
  • The price difference for the Hector Plus Blackstorm models is now up to Rs 25,000.
  • The MG Hector Plus is priced between Rs 18.20 lakh and Rs 23.08 lakh.

Transmission & Engine

The following is a list of the specifications for the turbo-petrol and diesel engines that MG offers for the Hector and Hector Plus:

Engine1.5-litre turbo-petrol2-litre diesel
Power143 PS170 PS
Torque250 PS350 Nm
Transmission6-speed MT, CVT6-speed MT

The Hector SUV diesel models do not currently come with an automatic transmission option.

Rivals

The Mahindra XUV700 5-seater model, the Tata Harrier, and the higher-spec Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos are also competitors for the MG Hector. Conversely, the has competition from the Tata Safari, Hyundai Alcazar, and the 6- and 7-seat Mahindra XUV700 models.

In India, reservations for the new petrol-powered Mini Cooper S have opened. News & Top Stories

In India, reservations for the new petrol-powered Mini Cooper S have opened.

  • new petrol-powered Mini Cooper Reservations are open; rates will be released shortly.
  • includes the recognizable Union Jack emblem on its LED taillights and a new octagonal front grille.
  • The conventional instrument cluster has been replaced inside with a 9.4-inch circular OLED touchscreen.
  • A 2-liter four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine with 204 horsepower and 300 Nm powers the Mini Cooper S.

The fifth generation new petrol-powered Mini Cooper, which keeps its famous form but has been modified with new styling and an improved interior, is about to make a comeback to India. Although the costs have not yet been disclosed, reservations for this new model are now being accepted.

Outside

The 2024 Mini Cooper retains its traditional shape and has a sleeker style that makes it look familiar. It has new circular LED headlights with DRL-customizable light patterns on either side of an elaborately designed octagonal front grille.

It has new 17-inch alloy wheels on the side that can be upgraded to 18-inch wheels. Redesigned LED taillights with a stylish sequential indicator and the recognizable Union Jack pattern are featured on the back.

The next Cooper S will be available from Mini in five different color combinations: Ocean Wave Green, Sunny Side Yellow, British Racing Green, Chill Red II, and Blazing Blue.

Interiors

The centerpiece of the 2024 new petrol-powered Mini Cooper’s redesigned, minimalist interior is a 9.4-inch circular OLED touchscreen that keeps the car’s recognizable round concept. This central screen serves as the vehicle’s information display in place of the conventional instrument cluster.

On the center console below it, a toggle bar unit contains the parking brake, gear selector, start/stop key, experience mode toggle, and volume control neatly placed. There’s a wireless charging tray in the place of the gear lever. The back seats fold down in a 60:40 split to expand the trunk space from 210 to 725 liters, and a panoramic glass top lets in more natural light into the cabin.

The Mini Cooper S comes equipped with a heads-up display, electrically adjusting front seats, a driver’s seat massage function, ambient lighting, an electrochromic rearview mirror, auto air conditioning, and connected car technology.

Powertrain

The 2-liter, four-cylinder, turbocharged petrol engine powering the 2024 Mini Cooper S produces 204 PS and 300 Nm, which is 26 PS and 20 Nm more than the present model. It also accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds, which is 0.1 seconds less than the current model. The front wheels are driven by a 7-speed DCT (dual-clutch automatic gearbox).

Security

Six airbags, ABS with braking help, a level-1 advanced driver assistance system (ADAS), traction control, dynamic stability control, and an electronic parking brake are among the safety features of the 2017 Mini Cooper S. A blind spot warning system is an optional feature, however, it also comes with a pedestrian warning system as standard.

Cost and Competitors

The 2024 Mini Cooper’s pricing has not yet been revealed. But with the extra technology and features, the existing Mini Cooper S three-door line starts at Rs 42.7 lakh (ex-showroom) and will fetch a significant premium. Although it doesn’t have any direct competitors, the Mercedes-Benz GLA, Audi Q3, and BMW X1 are some of its possible substitutes.

News & Top Stories

Once More, New Force Gurkha-based Pickup Spy Testing

  • The snorkel and alloy wheels are identical to those of the standard Gurkha 3-door.
  • It features a cargo bed fastened to the back portion of the chassis, making it a pickup.
  • A 2.6-liter diesel engine with a modified tune is anticipated to power it.
  • Details about its launch are pending confirmation.

With an upgraded engine and new features, the 2024 Force Gurkha and Gurkha 5-door are already available for purchase in India. Now that a test mule has been seen going through testing, it seems like Force is almost ready to release a pickup version of the Gurkha SUV. This is what these latest spy photos might indicate.

According To The Revised Gurkha

 

All of the test mule’s camouflage was visible, save for the headlamp housing and front grille. These latest spy photos unequivocally indicate that they are based on the recently released, upgraded Gurkha. This test mule is a 2-door Gurkha Pickup, unlike the spy photo from before. As with standard Gurkha, the snorkel has also been given next to the A-pillar.

As seen in the picture, a cargo bed has been affixed to the back portion of the chassis. The test mule’s alloy wheels are the same ones that come with the Gurkha 3-door and 5-door SUVs.

Will It Enter Production?

It is yet unknown if this version of the Gurkha will go into production, and the test mule that was seen seems to be an early, unfinished prototype. Furthermore, Force has not disclosed any dates for the Gurkha pickup’s introduction.

Expected Powertrain

If it is introduced, the Gurkha pickup’s 2.6-liter diesel engine and 5-speed manual transmission are probably going to be the same. It may also be equipped with a 4-wheel-drive (4WD) system.

For the record, the current Gurkha SUVs have the same engine, which produces 140 PS and 320 Nm, and they are equipped with a 4WD drivetrain by default.

What About Features

We couldn’t comment on the Gurkha pickup test mule’s equipment list even though we weren’t able to see it inside. It’s probable, nevertheless, that it has fewer features than the standard Gurkha SUVs because of its pickup design. Expect its feature list to be comparable to the 3-door Gurkha’s, even if it is introduced as a private car in our markets.

The Gurkha now comes with a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a digital instrument cluster, and manual air conditioning in both 3-door and 5-door models. A tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), rear parking sensors, and dual front airbags are all part of their safety equipment.

Competitors

The Force Gurkha pickup is a reasonably priced substitute for the Isuzu V-Cross and Toyota Hilux.