News & Top StoriesIn South Africa, Toyota Taisor Was Introduced Under A Different Name
- Essentially, the Taisor on the Maruti Fronx is the Toyota Scarlet Cross.
- It has the same look as the Taisor made for India, but with fewer color options.
- The dark maroon theme of the building was changed to dark blue for the South African portrait.
- It has a 9-inch touchscreen, automatic air conditioning, and six airbags on board.
- The 1.5-liter naturally aspirated 105-horsepower petrol engine has 5 speeds—MT and 4 AT.
- Converted to Indian rupees, the price ranges from Rs 13.69 lakh to Rs 16.4 lakh.
The rebadged and restyled sub-4m crossover, known as the Toyota Urban Cruiser Taiser (or Toyota Taiser as it is commonly called), has made its Indian debut and is now available for purchase in South Africa In the land of the rainbow it is marketed as the Starlet Cross. The powertrain options offered by Toyota’s offerings in South Africa and India are also very different.
Toyota Taisor Are There Any Design Differences?
Both sub-4m crossovers feature the same exterior styling, including eye-catching LED DRLs and three-pod lighting mounted in the bumpers It has a Toyota Rumian-style grille made for India and LED DRLs Chrome connected there winery.
The same 16-inch dual-tone alloy wheels, larger body cladding throughout, and linked LED taillights are also features similar to the Starlet Cross and India-spec Taser in the same color scheme but the Starlet Cross comes in two new shades: blue and black.
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Changes To Cabin And Features
While both crossovers share the same dashboard layout, the cabin theme differs between the two. While the Starlet Cross has a black and blue theme, the India-spec offering has a black and maroon interior.
In terms of features, Toyota offers a 9-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a heads-up display, wireless phone charging, auto AC, and push-button start/stop In terms of safety they have up to six airbags, Electronic Stability Control (ESC). ), get a 360-degree camera and rear parking sensors.
Toyota Taisor A Big Difference Under The Hood
The Starlet Cross under the bonnet is quite different from the Tailor. This is most likely the biggest change. The Starlet Cross is powered by a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 105 PS/138 Nm, while Toyota offered a 1.2-litre naturally aspirated (90 PS/113 Nm) and a 1-litre turbo-petrol engine ( 100 PS) /. 113 Nm) is available. 148 nm is available). It is available with a 4-speed torque converter automatic transmission or a 5-speed manual transmission.
The India-specific Taisor is also available with an optional 1.2-liter CNG powerplant, rated at 77PS and no less than 98.5Nm, and is only compatible with a manual transmission
Cost And Rivalries
Specially designed for South Africa, the Toyota Starlet Cross is priced at R299,900 to R359,300 or R13.69 lakh to R16.4 lakh as opposed to the Taisor which costs R7.74 lakh and R13.04 lakh respectively (formerly). display). build. Apart from competition from Citroen C3 and Maruti Fronx, sub-$4 million SUVs like the Kia Sonnet, Maruti Brezza, Mahindra XUV 3XO, Hyundai Venu, and Tata Nexon have crossover options
News & Top StoriesThe 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.
News & Top StoriesXiaomi SU7 vs. BYD Seal: A comparison of specifications
The Xiaomi SU7 electric sedan was recently unveiled in India, however, the launch is yet to be confirmed. The SU7 is the first EV from the smartphone maker and is already on sale in China. The SU7 can be considered a premium option for BYD Seal in India due to its body style. Let’s take a look at how these electric sedans perform against each other in terms of specifications and features.
Dimensions
| Model | Xiaomi SU7 | BYD Seal |
| Length | 4997 mm | 4800 mm |
| Width | 1963 mm | 1875 mm |
| Height | 1455 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3000 mm | 2920 mm |
| Boot Space | Up to 517 litres | 400 litres |
| Front trunk space | 105 litres | 53 litres |
- Although the SU7 is 197mm longer and 88mm wider than the Seal, the latter is still 5mm shorter than Xiaomi’s electric sedan.
- The SU7 also has a mm longer wheelbase compared to the Seal, perhaps indicating more space in the cabin.
- Compared to the Seal, the SU7 offers more cargo capacity and forward trunk volume.
Powertrains
| Specifications | Xiaomi SU7 | BYD Seal | ||||
| Battery Pack | 73.6 kWh | 94.3 kWh | 101 kWh | 61.44 kWh | 82.56 kWh | 82.56 kWh |
| Drive Type | RWD (single motor) | RWD (single motor) | AWD (dual motor) | RWD (single motor) | RWD (single motor) | AWD (dual motor) |
| Power | 299 PS | 299 PS | 673 PS | 204 PS | 313 PS | 530 PS |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm | 838 Nm | 310 Nm | 360 Nm | 670 Nm |
| Claimed Range | 700 km (CLTC) | 830 km (CLTC) | 800 km (CLTC) | 510 km (NEDC) | 650 km (NEDC) | 580 km (NEDC) |
- Both the SU7 and Seal come with a choice of three battery packs, with the SU7 getting larger battery packs.
- The all-wheel-drive variant of the SU7 not only offers more power and torque than the Seal but also offers a much higher claim.
- Even the rear-wheel-drive (RWD) remote variant of the SU7 has a top speed of 180 km/h compared to the Seal.
Feature Highlights
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- Here, both electric sedans offer a complete list of features. But when it comes to feature specifications, the SU7 is ahead of the Seal.
- The SU7 gets a large 16.1-inch touchscreen, a 25-speaker sound system, and a 56-inch head-up display, on top of the BYD Seal. But the Seal gets a larger 10.25-inch digital driver display while the SU7 comes with a 7-inch cluster.
- The SU7 also offers features such as a built-in refrigerator, V2V (car-to-car), and Active side assist for the front seats which are all missing from the Seal
- However, the money is moving towards safety. It gets 9 airbags while the SU7 gets 7. It comes with a 360-degree camera, front and rear parking sensors, and Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) tech on both electric sedans.
Cost Range
| Xiaomi SU7 | BYD Seal |
| Rs 50 lakh (expected) | Rs 41 to Rs 53 lakh |
India’s launch of the SU7 is yet to be confirmed, but when it happens, it could have a starting price of Rs 50 lakh.
Last thought
The Xiaomi SU7 is not only a bigger car than the Seal but also offers more range and functionality. In terms of features, the SU7 also gets a larger infotainment screen than the Seal and a heads-up display. The BYD sedan however gets a few extra safety features including 2 airbags.
News & Top StoriesHyundai Exter Knight Edition Is Now Available, With Prices As Low As Rs 8.38 Lakh
- Black alloy wheels, red-painted brake calipers, and all-black front and rear skid plates are some of the exterior highlights.
- Inside, the dashboard is completely black, and the seat fabric is black with red accents.
- receives the same amenities as the Exter, such as a dual-camera dash cam, an 8-inch touchscreen, and a sunroof.
- Six airbags, electronic stability control (ESC), and a rear parking camera all contribute to passenger safety.
- use the identical 1.2-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine seen in the standard Exter.
- It would cost an additional Rs 15,000 for customers to purchase the Exter’s Knight edition.
In 2023, the Hyundai Exter made its debut in India as a rival to the Tata Punch in the mini SUV market. Thanks to its SUV-like features and style, the Exter has gained popularity among purchasers since its release. In celebration of the Exter’s first anniversary and growing in popularity, Hyundai has now unveiled a limited-edition Knight version of the vehicle.
Prices
| Variant | Regular Price | Knight Edition Price | Difference |
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| SX | Rs 8.23 lakh | Rs 8.38 lakh | + Rs 15,000 |
| SX Dual-tone | Rs 8.47 lakh | Rs 8.62 lakh | + Rs 15,000 |
| SX (O) Connect | Rs 9.56 lakh | Rs 9.71 lakh | + Rs 15,000 |
| SX (O) Connect Dual-tone | Rs 9.71 lakh | Rs 9.86 lakh | + Rs 15,000 |
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| SX | Rs 8.90 lakh | Rs 9.05 lakh | + Rs 15,000 |
| SX Dual-tone | Rs 9.15 lakh | Rs 9.30 lakh | + Rs 15,000 |
| SX (O) Connect | Rs 10 lakh | Rs 10.15 lakh | + Rs 15,000 |
| SX (O) Connect Dual-tone | Rs 10.28 lakh | Rs 10.43 lakh | + Rs 15,000 |
Only the higher specification SX and SX(O) Connect versions of the Exter are available in the Knight edition. It has both manual and automatic options, and it commands a premium of Rs 15,000 overall.
Modifications to the Knight Edition
The Hyundai Venue Exter has an all-black exterior with red accents all over, just like the Hyundai Venue Knight edition. The Exter Knight edition features an all-black front and rear skid plate, blacked-out alloy wheels with red brake calipers, and a Knight edition logo in addition to the exterior paint job. The Exter Knight version is offered in four additional monotone and two dual-tone paint options in addition to the new Abyss Black exterior shade: Starry Night, Atlas White, Ranger Khaki, Shadow Gray (new), Ranger Khaki with an abyss black roof, and Shadow gray with an abyss black roof (new).
Interior & Features
The Exter Knight variant is anticipated to have black seat upholstery and an all-black interior design. Additionally, it has crimson accents on the seats and AC vents. Similar features found in the normal Exter are also present in the all-black variant, such as an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, cruise control, wireless phone charging, auto air conditioning, a sunroof, and a dual-camera dash cam.
Electronic stability control (ESC), tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), rear parking camera, and six airbags all contribute to passenger safety.
Same Petrol Engine
The same 1.2-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine (83 PS/114 Nm) powers the Exter Knight edition. It is mated to a 5-speed AMT or manual transmission. A CNG powerplant option is not offered for the mini SUV special edition. Hyundai Exter Knight
Expected Price & Rivals
The Hyundai Exter’s limited-edition Knight edition is priced up to Rs 15,000 more than the same ordinary type. The current price range for the Exter (ex-showroom Delhi) is Rs 6.13 lakh to Rs 10.43 lakh. It is comparable to the Tata Punch and serves as a substitute for the sub-4 meter Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor and Maruti Fronx crossovers.
Anticipated Cost & Competitors
The Hyundai Exter’s limited-edition Knight edition is priced up to Rs 15,000 more than the same ordinary type. The current price range for the Exter (ex-showroom Delhi) is Rs 6.13 lakh to Rs 10.43 lakh. It is comparable to the Tata Punch and serves as a substitute for the sub-4 meter Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor and Maruti Fronx crossovers.
News & Top StoriesIn June 2024, these car brands were the most sought-after ones.
In June 2024, Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, and Tata emerged as the top car brands in terms of sales. Last month, Maruti alone sold more than one lakh cars, and Hyundai sold more than fifty thousand units. Let’s examine the June 2024 brand-wise sales report in more detail.
| Brand | June 2024 | May 2024 | MoM Growth % | June 2023 | YoY Growth % |
| Maruti Suzuki | 1,37,160 | 1,37,952 | -0.6% | 1,33,027 | 3.1% |
| Hyundai | 50,103 | 50,201 | -0.2% | 50,001 | 0.2% |
| Tata | 43,527 | 47,885 | -9.1% | 47,240 | -7.9% |
| Mahindra | 40,022 | 41,008 | -2.4% | 32,585 | 22.8% |
| Toyota | 25,752 | 18,700 | 37.7% | 18,237 | 41.2% |
| Kia | 21,300 | 19,968 | 6.7% | 19,391 | 9.8% |
| Honda | 4,804 | 4,351 | 10.4% | 5,080 | -5.4% |
| MG | 4,664 | 4,485 | 3.5% | 5,125 | -9.4% |
| Renault | 3,553 | 3,707 | -4.2% | 5,450 | -34.8% |
| Volkswagen | 3,260 | 3,049 | 6.9% | 3,394 | -3.9% |
Key Takeaways
- As usual, Maruti Suzuki continued to lead the auto industry in June 2024, selling more than 1.37 lakh vehicles—more than Hyundai, Tata, and Mahindra combined. While the company’s demand increased by about 3% year over year, its month-after-month sales were mostly unchanged as of May 2024.
- In June 2024, Hyundai ranked as the second best-selling automobile brand, having shipped over 50,000 units in the previous month. The Korean carmaker saw steady demand in sales both year over year (YoY) and month over month (MoM).
- With about 43,000 automobiles shipped in June 2024, Indian automaker Tata ranked third in terms of June sales. Still, its YoY and MoM numbers decreased by about 8% and 9%, respectively.
- Mahindra was the only carmaker to achieve 40,000 sales last month, aside from Tata. Mahindra’s annual sales increased by almost 23% despite a fall in MoM sales of more than 2%.
- In June 2024, Toyota sold over 25,000 cars, with the largest MoM and YoY growth of over 38% and roughly 41%, respectively.
- In June 2024, Kia sold more than 1,300 vehicles than it did in May 2024. Additionally, the Korean carmaker reported an annual gain of around 10%.
- Even though Honda sold over 4,800 vehicles in June 2024, a little over 10% more than the previous month, its year-over-year sales figure fell by over 5.5 percent.
- June 2024 saw MG maintain a steady monthly demand with total sales surpassing 4,600 units, but its yearly sales decreased by more than 9 percent.
- Over 3,500 Renault vehicles were distributed in June. The French brand saw negative growth in monthly sales of 4% and yearly sales of roughly 35% (the highest of all the automakers here).
- With slightly more than 3,000 units sold in June 2024, Volkswagen crossed the sales threshold and ranked tenth in the June sales table. Despite selling 200 more automobiles in June than in May, the company’s year-over-year sales decreased by about 4%.
News & Top StoriesPrice Increases of Up To Rs 27,000 for Kia Carens
- The Luxury diesel type, which is mid-spec, has the least price increase, at Rs 8,000.
- A few models, such as the entry-level HTE petrol, are exempt from the price increase.
- The Kia Carens’ new pricing range, ex-showroom Delhi, is Rs 10.52 lakh to Rs 19.94 lakh.
Because of its features, size, and assortment of powertrain options, the Kia Carens is among the most well-liked MPVs in India. All of Kia’s cheapest MPVs, except for the base-spec model, now have higher costs. Let’s examine the most recent Kia MPV variant-by-variant price list:
| Variant | Old Price | New Price | Difference |
| 1.5-litre N.A. Petrol | |||
| Premium | Rs 10.52 lakh | Rs 10.52 lakh | No difference |
| Premium (O) | Rs 10.92 lakh | Rs 11.06 lakh | +Rs 14,000 |
| Prestige | Rs 11.97 lakh | Rs 12.12 lakh | +Rs 15,000 |
| Prestige (O) | Rs 12.12 lakh | Rs 12.27 lakh | +Rs 15,000 |
| Prestige (O) 6-seater | Rs 12.12 lakh | Rs 12.27 lakh | +Rs 15,000 |
| 1.5-litre Turbo-petrol | |||
| Premium iMT | Rs 12 lakh | Rs 12 lakh | No difference |
| Premium (O) iMT | Rs 12.42 lakh | Rs 12.56 lakh | +Rs 14,000 |
| Prestige iMT | Rs 13.62 lakh | Rs 13.62 lakh | No difference |
| Prestige Plus iMT | Rs 14.92 lakh | Rs 15.10 lakh | +Rs 18,000 |
| Luxury iMT | Rs 16.72 lakh | Rs 16.72 lakh | No difference |
| Luxury Plus iMT | Rs 17.82 lakh | Rs 17.82 lakh | No difference |
| Luxury Plus 6-seater iMT | Rs 17.77 lakh | Rs 17.77 lakh | No difference |
| Prestige Plus DCT | Rs 15.85 lakh | Rs 15.85 lakh | No difference |
| Prestige Plus (O) DCT | Rs 16.12 lakh | Rs 16.31 lakh | +Rs 19,000 |
| Luxury Plus DCT | Rs 18.72 lakh | Rs 18.94 lakh | +Rs 22,000 |
| Luxury Plus 6-seater | Rs 18.67 lakh | Rs 18.67 lakh | No difference |
| X-Line DCT | Rs 19.22 lakh | Rs 19.44 lakh | +Rs 22,000 |
| X-Line 6-seater DCT | Rs 19.22 lakh | Rs 19.44 lakh | +Rs 22,000 |
| 1.5-litre Diesel | |||
| Premium | Rs 12.67 lakh | Rs 12.67 lakh | No difference |
| Premium (O) | Rs 12.92 lakh | Rs 13.06 lakh | +Rs 14,000 |
| Prestige | Rs 14.02 lakh | Rs 14.15 lakh | +Rs 13,000 |
| Prestige Plus | Rs 15.47 lakh | Rs 15.60 lakh | +Rs 13,000 |
| Luxury | Rs 17.17 lakh | Rs 17.25 lakh | +Rs 8,000 |
| Luxury Plus | Rs 18.17 lakh | Rs 18.35 lakh | +Rs 18,000 |
| Luxury Plus 6-seater | Rs 18.17 lakh | Rs 18.17 lakh | No difference |
| Premium iMT | Rs 12.65 lakh | Rs 12.65 lakh | No difference |
| Prestige iMT | Rs 13.95 lakh | Rs 13.95 lakh | No difference |
| Prestige Plus iMT | Rs 15.45 lakh | Rs 15.45 lakh | No difference |
| Luxury iMT | Rs 17.27 lakh | Rs 17.27 lakh | No difference |
| Luxury Plus iMT | Rs 18.37 lakh | Rs 18.37 lakh | No difference |
| Luxury Plus 6-seater iMT | Rs 18.37 lakh | Rs 18.37 lakh | No difference |
| Prestige Plus (O) AT | Rs 16.57 lakh | Rs 16.81 lakh | +Rs 24,000 |
| Luxury (O) AT | Rs 17.85 lakh | Rs 17.85 lakh | No difference |
| Luxury Plus AT | Rs 19.12 lakh | Rs 19.29 lakh | +Rs 17,000 |
| Luxury Plus 6-seater AT | Rs 19.22 lakh | Rs 19.22 lakh | No difference |
| X-Line 6-seater AT | Rs 19.67 lakh | Rs 19.94 lakh | +Rs 27,000 |
- Increases of up to Rs 27,000 are now available for the top-of-the-line X-Line 6-seater diesel-automatic edition of the Kia Carens.
- The base-spec petrol variation is among the variants that have not seen any price adjustments; the lowest price increase yet has been Rs 8,000.
- The Carens are now sold by Kia for between Rs 10.52 lakh to Rs 19.94 lakh.
Which Powertrains Are Included?
The table below lists the three engine options and many transmission combinations that Kia provides for the Carens:
| Specification | 1.5-litre N.A. Petrol | 1.5-litre Turbo-petrol | 1.5-litre Diesel |
| Power | 115 PS | 160 PS | 116 PS |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 253 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed MT | 6-speed iMT*, 7-speed DCT^ | 6-speed MT, 6-speed iMT, 6-speed AT |
Kia Carens Rivals
The Maruti Ertiga, Toyota Rumion, and Maruti XL6 are all challenged by the Kia Carens. It is also a reasonably priced substitute for the Maruti Invicto, Toyota Innova Hycross, and Toyota Innova Crysta.