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Hyundai Exter Knight Edition Is Now Available At Dealerships; View It In These 7 Actual Photos
The Hyundai Exeter Knight edition was recently launched to commemorate the first year of the micro SUV in our market. This special Exter is available in high-spec SX and SX (O) Connect variants, with prices starting from Rs 8.38 lakh (ex-showroom). We recently got our hands on some images of the Exter Knight Edition in its new Shadow Gray shade. In this article, we will explain with the help of pictures how all the updates are integrated in this version:
Outside
Hyundai Exter Knight Edition Starting up front, the SUV has no design differences, consisting of black skid plates (with a silver finish on the standard Exter) and a red accent stripe with the Hyundai logo and ‘Exter’ buzzing getting the black treatment. The alloy wheels retain the same design as the standard Hyundai Exter but are now finished in black, while red brake calipers appear.
At the rear, the Exeter Night Edition gets blacked-out skid plates, red trim on the tailgate, and ‘Knight’ emblem, just like the Hyundai Creta Night Edition In addition to the Shadow Gray color, the Exeter Knight edition also has four other monochromatic colors and two two-tone color options: Starry Night, Atlas White, Ranger Khaki, Abyss Black, Ranger Khaki with Abyss Black Roof and Shadow Gray and Abyss Black Roof.
Interior and Features
Inside, the Hyundai Exter Knight Edition has an all-black theme. The chairs have black upholstery with contrasting red fabric. AC vents, air-con control knobs, and footwell lighting also get the red paint. The inner door is also black.
The list of features for this version remains the same as the one on which it is based and includes an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, semi-digital driver display, wireless phone charging, auto AC, single-pane sunroof, and. Dual camera dashcam.
The safety suite of the Exter’s top-spec SX and SX(O) variants include six airbags (as standard), ABS and EBD, electronic stability control (ESC), tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), rear parking -There are cameras, rear fog defogger, rain-sensing wipers, automatic headlights, and ISOFIX child seat anchors.
Powertrains
The Exter Knight Edition gets the same 1.2-litre petrol engine (83 PS/114 Nm), mated to a 5-speed manual transmission or a 5-speed AMT as a variant based on this 1.2-litre. A petrol-CNG option (69 PS/95 Nm) is also available, mated to a 5-speed manual transmission.
Cost and Competitors
The Hyundai Exter Night Edition commands a price tag of Rs 15,000 for the SX and SX (O) Connect on which it is based. While it has no direct competitors, the Taisor continues to compete with standard Exter rivals like the Tata Punch, Maruti Ignis, Nissan Magnite, and Renault Kiger and is also an alternative to sub-4m crossovers like the Maruti Fronx and Toyota Cities large interior Cruiser.
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The Evolution Of The Tata Curvv And Curvv EV Exterior Designs From Concepts To Their Production-Specified Forms
The exterior design of the Tata Curvv, which unveiled both the EV and ICE (internal combustion engine) versions, marks the beginning of SUV-coupe design for mass-market cars It is worth noting that models are as the size of their original designs. The Curvv EV concept, first launched in 2022, introduced Tata’s latest design philosophy, which was later seen in both the facelifted 2023 Nexon and Harrier-Safari. The Curvv ICE, which will almost certainly be the concept showcased at Bharat Mobility 2023, also previewed this development. This article explores Curvv’s journey from concept to production.
Tata Curvv EV Concept for 2022
Unveiled in 2022, the Tata Curvv EV concept sets the design tone of the upcoming Tata car with features like futuristic LED lighting at the bonnet edge, split headlights, distinctive sloping roofline with shoulders raised in the rear Its sporty SUV added to the character. For the first time, Tata embraced the latest model and introduced integrated taillights, a coupe roof with an integrated two-piece roof spoiler, a chunky rear bumper, and integrated taillights that extend the car to include
Auto Expo 2023: The Tata Curvv ICE Concept
At the Auto Expo 2023, Tata unveiled the ICE concept of the Curvv, which made minor changes to the EV design. Featuring EV-typical features like a closed grille, blue accents, and vertical slat bumpers with an open grille, air dam, and red styling details, the ICE version retained flush door handles, connected tail lamps, and LED DRLs across the front.
2024 Bharat Mobility Expo: Tata Curvv ICE Concept
Tata unveiled a new concept at the Bharat Mobility Expo, 2024 of which the Curvv ICE was a close example. This Tata Curvv concept is very similar to the previous concept model with some minor modifications. The front end was redesigned and featured a similar fascia to the Nexon, with angled headlights and fog light system, LED DRLs, and chrome-studded bumper The profile of the Curvv remained distinctive, with the coupe roof lines flowing to the rear with high seats inside end. The concept also featured new 18-inch two-spoke alloy wheels. At the rear, retaining key elements from the concept, the production-ready version boasted more polished details, including horizontal taillights that stretched across the width of the SUV and a split-roof integrated spoiler
Production-specific Curvv EV and Tata Curvv
The production Tata Curvv looks like the concept prototype unveiled at the 2024 Bharat Mobility Expo, retaining its dual-tone petal-patterned alloy wheels and wraparound gloss black cladding Primary updates include the grille and front bumper, which now changes focus on the original silver accents and body- Paint inserts appear. The production model’s side profile and rear remain true to the concept, with the coupe roofline and rear maintaining a full-width taillight and split rear spoiler from the concept
On the other hand, the action Tata Curvv EV retains most of the design elements from its 2022 concept but brings more refinements. The front end has been redesigned to look more like the Nexon EV, with traditional wing mirrors with a perforated grille, connecting DRLs extending down, black plastic connecting headlamp clusters replacing concept cameras, and aerodynamics aero blades on the production model. The wheels in style play. Then the side profile has conventional flush-fitting door handles, and while the floating C-pillar has been removed from the concept, wrap-and-gloss black cladding remains behind the Curvv EV wearing a full-width taillight and split rear spoiler but of the bumper With many polished styling tweaks.
Maruti Suzuki’s 2024 Receives Three Stars in the Euro NCAP Crash Tests
- In terms of adult occupant protection, the new Swift scored 26.9 out of 40.
- In terms of child occupant protection, it received 32.1/49 points.
- Because ADAS is available, the global-spec model also receives additional safety technology.
- The Swift is priced between Rs 6.49 lakh and Rs 9.60 lakh (introductory ex-showroom in India).
Euro NCAP has conducted crash tests for the fourth-generation Maruti Suzuki Swift, which was introduced in India in May 2024 (new car assessment program). In the safety assessments, it received an overall rating of three stars. It should be mentioned that Swift received four stars in the Japanese NCAP test, a higher rating.
Protection of Adult Occupants – 26.9/40 Pts (67%)
The new Swift was graded on four factors, including rescue and extrication, as well as three impact tests (front, lateral, and rear), per Euro NCAP regulations. The front passengers’ heads were protected “well” by the Maruti Suzuki hatchback, while their chests were only “weakly” to “adequately” protected. It demonstrated “good” knee and femur protection for the driver and passenger. A few places on the dashboard presented a risk to individuals with varied builds and seating postures, according to Euro NCAP. The actual passenger cabin received a “stable” rating.
The safety authority examines and grants an automobile under the rescue and extrication parameter based on the presence of a rescue sheet, an emergency call system, a multi-collision brake, and a submergence check. In the case of a collision, the 2024 Swift’s e-calling system not only notifies the emergency authorities but also partially complies with Euro NCAP regulations. When the Swift lost power after entering the water, its doors, if locked, could be opened in two minutes, but it’s not certain how long the windows would stay functional.
Protection of Child Occupants: 32.1/49 Points (65%)
In the frontal offset test, the Swift provided “poor” protection for the 10-year-old dummy’s neck. Head protection received a rating of “adequate,” but chest protection was considered “marginal.” About the 6-year-old dummy, the Suzuki hatchback offered “marginal” head protection and “weak” neck protection. The 10-year-old dummy’s chest protection in the side barrier test was evaluated as “poor,” while its neck protection was assessed as “weak.”
Road Users at Risk (VRU): 48/63 Points, or 76%
The vehicle rollover (VRU) portion of the test evaluates the car’s safety for people who could accidentally run into it or tumble on it. While the front bumper is unlikely to mangle their legs, the new Swift’s bonnet offers “adequate” protection for pedestrians. The protection for the pelvic, femur, knee, and tibia region was assessed as “good.” That being said, when it came to the A-pillars, it received a “poor” rating. Fortunately, in most situations, its autonomous emergency braking (AEB) does a “fairly good” job of identifying bikes and pedestrians to prevent collisions.
Safety Assists – 11.3/18 Pts (62 Percent)
Some advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), such as front collision warning and autonomous emergency braking (AEB), are exclusive to the global-spec fourth-generation Swift and are not offered by the India-spec vehicle. Its lane support and speed detection systems, as well as its automated emergency braking (AEB) system, all functioned satisfactorily in detecting other vehicles, according to the results of the Euro NCAP tests. Its driver status monitoring system, however, is limited to identifying driver fatigue. The Swift’s overall rating has been lowered because it lacks an occupant detecting system.
More Details Regarding Maruti Suzuki Swift 2024
The new Swift is available at Maruti in five general variants: Lxi, Vxi, Vxi (O), Zxi, and Zxi+. A 1.2-liter, 3-cylinder petrol engine (82 PS/112 Nm) coupled to a 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT gearbox is the powerplant option.
Cost And Competitors
The starting ex-showroom pricing range for the Maruti Suzuki Swift is Rs 6.49 lakh to Rs 9.60 lakh (India). It competes with the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios and acts as a substitute for the sub-4 million Renault Triber crossover MPV.
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Jaguar I-Pace Electric SUV Reservations Are Canceled and Taken Down From The Official Indian Website
- Three versions of the I-Pace were first offered by Jaguar: S, SE, and HSE.
- It was discontinued at the end of its existence and was only offered in the heavily laden HSE model.
- It had a dual-motor AWD system and a 90 kWh battery pack.
- A 10-inch touchscreen, a 360-degree camera, and six airbags were among the features available.
- It was last valued at Rs 1.26 crore (ex-showroom, all of India).
One of the first high-end electric cars to be sold in India was the Jaguar I-Pace, which has now been quietly taken off from the automaker’s Indian website. Jaguar has also stopped taking reservations for the electric SUV, which supports the likelihood that it will no longer be available in India.
The Jaguar I-Pace: A Summary
Jaguar launched the I-Pace, a direct competitor of the Mercedes-Benz EQC and Audi e-tron SUV, in India back in 2021. S, SE, and HSE were the three versions that were offered. Towards the conclusion of its life, the I-Pace was only offered in one HSE variant, though.
There were two motor options and a single battery pack option for the all-electric Jaguar SUV. The specifics are as follows:
| Specification | Jaguar I-Pace |
| Battery Pack | 90 kWh |
| No. of electric motors | Dual-motor, all-wheel-drive |
| Power | 400 PS |
| Torque | 696 Nm |
| WLTP-claimed range | 470 km |
With a DC fast charger capable of 60 kW, the I-Pace could fully charge the SUV in 15 minutes, allowing it to go 127 kilometers. In just 55 minutes, the I-Pace could be fully charged with the same fast charger. The I-Pace’s battery pack could be charged to 270 km with 1 hour using a 50 kW charger. Additionally, an optional 11 kW wall box charger and a 7.4 kW AC charger were included; the latter allowed the car to be fully charged in 12.9 hours.
Features And Safety Tech
Jaguar had fitted the I-Pace with a fully digital driver’s display, a 10-inch touchscreen, a 5.5-inch display for the temperature controls, and 16-way power, heated, and cooled memory front seats.
Six airbags, a 360-degree camera, a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), and parking assistance made up its safety net.
Price Range And Competition
The ex-showroom, nationwide pricing of the Jaguar I-Pace was Rs 1.26 crore as of the recent record. It competed with the BMW iX, Audi e-tron, and Mercedes-Benz EQC.
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Removed from the Indian Website: Hyundai Kona Electric
- Hyundai‘s first electric vehicle available in India was the Kona Electric.
- Except for minor revisions, it didn’t receive any significant redesign for the Indian market.
- With a 39.2 kWh battery pack, the Kona Electric was stated to have a 452 km range by ARAI.
- This June 2024, there are discounts of up to Rs 3 lakh on the remaining EV stocks.
The Hyundai Kona Electric has essentially been discontinued as it is no longer listed on the automaker’s Indian website. In 2019, the Korean automaker debuted the Kona EV, its first electric vehicle (EV) in India. Nearing the end of its existence, the Hyundai Kona Electric cost Rs 23.84 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) and was available in a single “Premium” specification.
After going on sale for nearly five years, the Hyundai Kona Electric had not seen any noteworthy changes. It was also one of Hyundai’s slower-selling models recently; for almost a year, the automaker has been offering steep discounts on its backlog of unclaimed inventory.
An Overview of the Hyundai Kona EV
The India-specific front axle of the Hyundai Kona Electric was driven by an electric motor that produced 395 Nm and 136 PS thanks to a 39.2 kWh battery pack. Its 452 km ARAI-rated range was impressive.
It had a sunroof, wireless phone charging, air conditioning with rear vents, heated and ventilated front seats, cruise control, a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and a 10-way power-adjustable driver seat with lumbar support, among other things. The safety net included a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), all-wheel disc brakes, and six airbags as standard.
The BYD Atto 3 and the MG ZS EV were its main competitors. In addition, the Hyundai EV offered a high-end substitute for the Mahindra XUV400 and Tata Nexon EV.
Hyundai has not yet stated if it intends to introduce the second-generation Kona Electric to India, even though it is currently available for purchase in other countries. Hyundai India’s line of electric vehicles now just consists of the Ioniq 5, while Kona Electric was terminated.
Hyundai Creta EV
The launch schedule for Hyundai’s future Creta EV was just revealed. This EV is anticipated to be the next locally produced electric vehicle from the Korean automaker in India, with a price tag of about Rs 20 lakh (ex-showroom). A test mule of the impending Creta EV was previously sighted by us, giving us a glimpse of its overall appearance and inside.
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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
| Variant | Old Price | New Price | Difference |
| Petrol Manual | |||
| Style | Rs 13.99 lakh | Rs 13.99 lakh | No difference |
| Shine Pro | Rs 16 lakh | Rs 16.16 lakh | + Rs 16,000 |
| Select Pro | Rs 17.30 lakh | Rs 17.48 lakh | + Rs 18,000 |
| Smart Pro | Rs 18.24 lakh | Rs 18.43 lakh | + Rs 19,000 |
| Sharp Pro | Rs 19.70 lakh | Rs 19.90 lakh | + Rs 20,000 |
| Petrol Automatic | |||
| Shine Pro CVT | Rs 17 lakh | Rs 17.17 lakh | + Rs 17,000 |
| Select Pro CVT | Rs 18.49 lakh | Rs 18.68 lakh | + Rs 19,000 |
| Sharp Pro CVT | Rs 21 lakh | Rs 21.21 lakh | + Rs 21,000 |
| Hector Blackstorm CVT | Rs 21.32 lakh | Rs 21.53 lakh | + Rs 21,000 |
| Savvy Pro CVT | Rs 21.95 lakh | Rs 22.17 lakh | + Rs 22,000 |
| Diesel Manual | |||
| Shine Pro | Rs 17.70 lakh | Rs 17.88 lakh | + Rs 18,000 |
| Select Pro | Rs 18.70 lakh | Rs 18.89 lakh | + Rs 19,000 |
| Smart Pro | Rs 20 lakh | Rs 20 lakh | No difference |
| Sharp Pro | Rs 21.70 lakh | Rs 21.92 lakh | + Rs 22,000 |
| Hector Blackstorm Diesel | Rs 22.02 lakh | Rs 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
| Variant | Old Price | New Price | Difference |
| Petrol Manual | |||
| Select Pro 7-seater | Rs 18 lakh | Rs 18.20 lakh | + Rs 20,000 |
| Sharp Pro 6/7-seater | Rs 20.40 lakh | Rs 20.63 lakh | + Rs 23,000 |
| Petrol Automatic | |||
| Sharp Pro CVT 6/7-seater | Rs 21.73 lakh | Rs 21.97 lakh | + Rs 24,000 |
| Hector Plus Blackstorm CVT 7-seater | Rs 22.05 lakh | Rs 22.29 lakh | + Rs 24,000 |
| Savvy Pro CVT 6/7-seater | Rs 22.68 lakh | Rs 22.93 lakh | + Rs 25,000 |
| Diesel Manual | |||
| Style 6/7-seater | Rs 17 lakh | Rs 17.30 lakh | + Rs 30,000 |
| Select Pro 7-seater | Rs 19.60 lakh | Rs 19.82 lakh | + Rs 22,000 |
| Smart Pro 6-seater | Rs 21 lakh | Rs 21.23 lakh | + Rs 23,000 |
| Sharp Pro 7-seater | Rs 22.30 lakh | Rs 22.50 lakh | + Rs 20,000 |
| Sharp Pro 6-seater | Rs 22.51 lakh | Rs 22.76 lakh | + Rs 25,000 |
| Hector Plus Blackstorm 7-seater Diesel | Rs 22.62 lakh | Rs 22.87 lakh | + Rs 25,000 |
| Hector Plus Blackstorm 6-seater Diesel | Rs 22.83 lakh | Rs 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:
| Engine | 1.5-litre turbo-petrol | 2-litre diesel |
| Power | 143 PS | 170 PS |
| Torque | 250 PS | 350 Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed MT, CVT | 6-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.