BMW iX xDrive50 News & Top Stories

India Launches BMW iX xDrive50, Costing Rs 1.4 Crore

  • There is a new top-of-the-line “xDrive50” version of the BMW iX.
  • It is 19 lakh rupees more expensive than the base xDrive40 model.
  • carries a bigger 111.5 kWh battery pack with a 635 km WLTP-certified range.
  • obtains a two-motor configuration with 523 PS and 765 Nm of power
  • The only modification to the iX’s characteristics is the addition of larger 22-inch alloy wheels.

The “xDrive50,” a new top-spec model of the BMW iX, is on sale today for Rs 1.4 crore (ex-showroom, all of India). It costs Rs 19 lakh more than the entry-level xDrive40 model that is already on sale. The performance and stated range of the top-tier xDrive50 are enhanced with a larger battery pack and a stronger motor.

Design and Elements

The new model’s design is mostly unchanged from the xDrive40 variant that is currently in use. Nonetheless, the 22-inch alloy wheels are standard on the top-tier xDrive50.

BMW iX xDrive50

A 14.9-inch information system, a Harman Kardon Sound System with 18 speakers, wireless phone charging, a panoramic glass top, and a 12.3-inch digital driver display are among its features.

Advanced driving assistance systems (ADAS) like adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, and blind spot recognition make up its safety net.

Achievement

BMW iX xDrive50

WLTP-certified at 635 kilometers, the BMW iX xDrive50 is equipped with a larger 111.5 kWh battery pack. This system has all-wheel drive (AWD) since it is equipped with two electric motors, one on each of the axles. A 0-100 kmph run is achievable in just 4.6 seconds thanks to its 523 PS and 765 Nm output.

Adding Power

  • Up to 195 kW of fast charging is supported by the iX xDrive50.
  • The charging time is as follows
  • DC charger with 195 kW: 10% to 80% in 35 minutes
  • 10% to 80% in 97 minutes with a 50 kW DC charger
  • 5.5 hours or so for a 22 kW AC charger to reach 100%
  • 11 kW AC Charger: 100% in around 11 hours

The Audi Q8 e-tron, Jaguar I-Pace, and Mercedes EQE SUV are competitors of the BMW iX xDrive50.

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Kia Cars News & Top Stories

Beginning in April 2024, Kia automobiles will be more expensive

Kia, a Korean automaker, has declared that it will raise the cost of its vehicles starting on April 1, 2024. Every mass-market model will be impacted by the price increase, with the Seltos, Sonet, and Carens seeing price increases of up to 3% starting next month. This is the first price increase for Kia models in 2024; the last price increase for Kia automobiles was announced in October 2023.

What Caused The Price Increase?

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According to Kia, supply chain-related inputs, increased input costs, and commodity price increases are the reasons behind the company’s pricing increases for its vehicles.

“At Kia, we consistently strive to deliver premium and technologically advanced products to our esteemed customers,” stated Mr. Hardeep Singh Brar, National Head – of Sales and Marketing, Kia India, in response to this move. Nonetheless, we are forced to enact a partial price hike as a result of the ongoing rise in commodity prices, the unfavorable exchange rate, and growing input costs. Customers may keep driving their favorite Kia vehicles without suffering severe financial hardship because the firm is taking up a sizable amount of the increase.

Price Range For Current Kia Vehicles

ModelsPrice Range
Kia SonetRs 7.99 lakh to Rs 15.69 lakh
Kia SeltosRs 10.99 lakh to Rs 20.30 lakh
Kia CarensRs 10.45 lakh to Rs 19.45 lakh
Kia EV6Rs 60.95 lakh to Rs 65.95 lakh

In India, Kia presently sells four cars, one of which is an EV called the Kia EV6. All models will be affected by the price increase, except the EV6, which is not a mass-market vehicle. Furthermore, the Kia Sonet’s promotional prices will expire in April 2024 due to a midlife upgrade that was received in January 2024.

Kia’s Future Plans

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Kia is preparing to release a new generation of the Kia Carnival in India, as well as its flagship electric SUV, the Kia EV9. For additional information about forthcoming Kia vehicles in India, click this site.

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Volkswagen ID.4 News & Top Stories

Launch Schedule for Volkswagen ID.4 in India Unveiled; Will Competitor Hyundai Ioniq 5

  • In India, the Volkswagen ID.4 will be the brand’s first electric vehicle.
  • will probably only be available in one well-equipped version when it arrives in India as a fully constructed unit (CBU).
  • With a 77kWh battery pack, ID.4 is reportedly able to go over 500 kilometers (WLTP) worldwide.

Volkswagen India announced its product plans for the remainder of the year at its annual conference, where the German automaker also revealed the date of the debut of its first pure EV in the nation. The Volkswagen ID.4 electric SUV crossover made an appearance on stage, and it was revealed that it would be available as a premium CBU import by the end of 2024. When the item arrives at our place, let’s investigate everything that might be included in its shores.

Exterior

The Volkswagen ID.4 has an elegant appearance on the outside. The Volkswagen logo is front and center, encircled by wraparound LED headlights that draw attention to the car’s aerodynamic design because the front radiator grille has been removed. Additionally, there are dynamic components like the honeycomb air dam running the length of the front bumper and the air scoops on either end.

Volkswagen ID.4

The car has a sleek and futuristic appearance because of its sharp edges and clean lines. Though it is classified as a crossover, the ID.4 has remarkable proportions; it is marginally shorter and lower than the Volkswagen Tiguan SUV. It yet has tough stylistic cues like the thick sheathing that surrounds the entire bottom. The ID.4 has a low drag coefficient of 0.28, which is perfect for extending range, because of its streamlined form. The ID.4 also has a sleek and expensive-looking design on the back, with a tall rear bumper and connected LED taillamps. The chrome skid plate stands tall in an attempt to enhance its SUV status.

The ID.4 GTX, a more aggressive variant of the electric crossover, was spotted in India last year.

Interior

Volkswagen ID.4

The Volkswagen ID.4 maintains its futuristic feel inside, with touch or voice commands controlling the majority of its features. A 5.3-inch digital display known as ID. The cockpit replaces the conventional instrument cluster and takes center stage on the leather-wrapped steering wheel, providing important data like range and battery condition. Lighting controls are neatly located to the left, and a sizable rocker switch has taken the role of the shifter next to the display. A sizable touchscreen in the center of the dashboard manages entertainment, navigation, and other functions. Drivers can customize this screen.

Features

The ID.4 is equipped with all of the usual comfort and convenience features found throughout the Volkswagen range. Dual-zone climate control and a motorized tailgate with Easy Open & Close are included in the electric Volkswagen as a premium feature. A 12-inch touchscreen infotainment unit, augmented reality heads-up display, wireless mobile charging, wireless App-Connect, and linked car technology are among the technological features offered by the ID.4.

Six airbags, a 360-degree camera, and an extensive array of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) are among the ID.4’s standard safety features. The battery is protected from road dangers by a detachable aluminum underbody panel. To be extra safe, the battery is automatically turned off in the event of a serious collision.

Performance, Range, and Battery

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Rear-wheel drive (RWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) are offered on four separate VW ID.4 versions sold internationally. The battery-pack choice that Volkswagen will offer in India has not yet been confirmed, but here is a quick rundown of the several powertrain options it may get:

VariantsBase RWDLong Range RWDLong Range AWDGTX
Power (PS)170 PS286 PS286 PS340 PS
Battery Pack52 kWh77 kWh77 kWh77 kWh
DrivetrainSingle-motor rear-wheel driveSingle-motor rear-wheel driveDual motor all-wheel driveDual motor all-wheel drive
Claimed Range360 km541 km521 km510 km

Note: These are the ID.4 specs as they are available in the UK market.

You can top off the ID.4 battery from 10 to 80 percent in 28 minutes with its 135kW DC fast charging capability. A full recharge of the battery from empty would require eight hours of 11kW AC fast charging.

Price and Competitors

The Volkswagen ID.4 is anticipated to retail for approximately Rs 65 lakh (ex-showroom) when it arrives in India. It will compete with the future Skoda Enyaq, the Hyundai Ioniq 5, the Kia EV6, and the Volvo XC40 Recharge.

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TATA News & Top Stories

Tata Tiago EV To Tata Nexon EV: March 2024 Waiting Period For Tata Electric Cars

If you plan to buy a Tata EV in March, be ready for perhaps long wait times for all models, including the Tiago EV, Tigor EV, Punch EV, and Nexon EV. Therefore, we have included the waiting times for all Tata electrical cars in the top 20 Indian cities to assist you make an informed choice.

CityTata Tiago EVTata Tigor EVTata Punch EVTata Nexon EV
New Delhi2.5 months2.5 months1.5 to 2.5 months2 months
Bengaluru1.5 to 2 months1.5 to 2 months1.5 to 2 months2 months
Mumbai1-2 months1-2 months1-2 months1-2 months
Hyderabad2 months2-3 months1 month2 months
Pune2 months2-3 months2 months2 months
Chennai2 months2 months1-2 months2-3 months
Jaipur2 months2 months2 months2-3 months
Ahmedabad2 months2 months2.5 months2 months
Gurugram2 months2 months1.5 to 2.5 months2 months
Lucknow2 months2 months2-2.5 months2-3 months
Kolkata2 months2-3 months2 months2 months
Thane2 months2 months2 months2-3 months
Surat2 months2 months2.5 months2-3 months
Ghaziabad2 months2 months1.5 months2 months
Chandigarh3 months2-3 months2.5 months3 months
Coimbatore2 months2-3 months1.5-2 months2 months
Patna1-3 months2-3 months2 months2 months
Faridabad2 months2-3 months2 months2 months
Indore2 months2-3 months1-2 months2 months
Noida2 months2 months1-1.5 months2 months

Principal Learnings

Tata Cars

  • There are up to two months of waiting times on average for the Tata Tiago EV. In Chandigarh and Patna, the electric hatchback is facing the longest waiting period of up to three months. The Tiago EV can be delivered to consumers in Mumbai in one to two months.
  • With an average waiting period of up to 2.5 months longer than the Tiago EV, the Tata Tigor EV is more desirable. The electric sedan may also be out of stock for up to three months in Hyderabad, Pune, Kolkata, Chandigarh, Coimbatore, Patna, Faridabad, and Indore.
  • The average wait period for the Tata Punch EV, which was introduced in January 2024, is similarly two months. In places like Chandigarh, New Delhi, Ahmedabad, Gurugram, Lucknow, Surat, and Chandigarh, the greatest wait period is 2.5 months. On the other hand, Punch EV deliveries can be made to Hyderabad residents in less than a month.

 Tata Nexon EV

  • The average wait time for the Tata Nexon EV is up to 2.5 months, while in some areas, like Chennai, Jaipur, Lucknow, Thane, Surat, and Chandigarh, the highest waiting period is up to 3 months. On the other hand, if you reside in Mumbai, your Nexon EV might arrive in a month.

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Audi Q6 e-tron News & Top Stories

Introduced: The All-New Audi Q6 e-tron Electric SUV Features a 625-kilometer range and a Redesigned Interior

  • Audi Q6 e-tron Electric: In its global EV lineup, Audi’s newest electric SUV, the Q8 e-tron, is positioned below it.
  • makes its debut on a global scale in the Audi Q6 e-tron Electric Quattro and SQ6 e-tron versions.
  • receives a completely redesigned interior layout featuring a dedicated touchscreen for the front passenger and curved integrated screens on the dash.
  • accompanied by a 94.9 kWh battery pack with a 625 km WLTP stated range.
  • Pricing for the fully outfitted quattro variant could start at Rs 80 lakh (ex-showroom); an India debut is possible in 2025.

The Audi Q6 e-tron is a brand-new electric vehicle that Audi has just unveiled. It will sit below the Q8 e-tron in the luxury brand’s lineup and is built on the new PPE (Premium Platform Electric) architecture of the Volkswagen Group.

A Genuine Gazer

Audi Q6 e-tron

Thanks to its hefty grille and split lighting arrangement, which places the LED DRLs in the upper part of the front, the car has an aggressive visage. Additionally, customers can choose from eight different lighting signatures for the Matrix LED modules to customize the headlamp system on their Q6 e-tron.

The Q6 e-Tron features a stylish set of alloy wheels and the recognizable profile of an Audi SUV from the side view. Proceeding to the back, it is equipped with six OLED screens for connected taillights, which have 360 segments in total and produce a new animation every 10 milliseconds. Additionally, Audi has improved the functionality of the rear lighting component by enabling active communication with automobiles that come after the Q6 e-tron. By displaying important warning symbols, it will alert the vehicle following the Audi EV to potential traffic conditions or accidents up ahead.

The Audi Q6 e-tron Electric, which features distinctive alloy wheels and blacked-out accents, is the slightly sportier sibling of the Q6 e-tron that was also unveiled. Being the initial Audi vehicle built on Here are the dimensions of the new PPE platform about the brand’s existing flagship EV SUV

DimensionAudi Q6 e-tronAudi Q8 e-tron
Length4771 mm4915 mm
Width1993 mm1976 mm
Height1648 mm1632 mm
Wheelbase2899 mm2928 mm

The Q8 e-tron offers a longer wheelbase and is longer overall, although the Q6 e-tron is still broader and higher than the latter. There is more interior legroom in the Q8 e-tron due to its larger size.

All-new Audi Interior

The Q6 e-tron, a recent addition to the family, introduces the new interior design language for Audi that will also be included in subsequent generations. The driver and center screens have curved, dual-integrated screens, and the majority of the dashboard is now entirely digital. Three screens are still available: an 11.9-inch digital driver’s display, a sizable 14.5-inch infotainment system, and a 10.9-inch co-passenger display. The climate controls have been moved up to the central display and no longer have a dedicated touchscreen interface in the console. The “Active Privacy Mode” on the co-passenger screen helps keep the driver from being distracted.

An optional augmented reality-based heads-up display is also available for the Q6 e-tron, which may show data like speed, traffic signs, and navigational symbols. Additionally, Audi has enhanced its voice assistant, dubbed “Audi Assistant,” by using artificial intelligence (A.I.) that can recognize more than 800 speech requests. It continually gains knowledge from user behavior and helps the driver as a result.

Additionally, a light bar that runs from the left front door to the right front door is located at the top of the dashboard. It has three features, the first of which is a welcome feature that lets you know when the automobile is locked or unlocked. Second, it mimics the dynamic turn indication lights in the digital cluster without actually replacing the conventional indicator signage. Finally, it displays the charge level as well as the pricing procedure.

A 360-degree camera, wireless phone charging, an 830W 20-speaker Bang & Olufsen 3D sound system, and several advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) are among the other features on board. The SQ6 e-tron’s cabin is completely black, whereas the Q6 e-tron’s is generally lighter and still features chrome accents throughout.

Information About Its Electric Drivetrains

The global-spec Q6 e-tron will initially be available from Audi in two variants: the Q6 e-tron quattro and the SQ6 e-tron, whose specs are shown below.

SpecificationQ6 e-tron quattroSQ6 e-tron
Battery Pack94.9 kWh94.9 kWh
No. of electric motors22
WLTP-claimed Range625 km598 km
0-100 kmph5.9 seconds4.3 seconds

Audi Q6 e-tron

Audi will eventually release rear-wheel drive (RWD) versions of the EV, contingent on market demand, even though both have an all-wheel drive (AWD) system. A later release will see the unveiling of an RWD Q6 e-tron with a smaller 83 kWh battery pack. In just 21 minutes, the 100 kWh battery pack (total capacity) may be fully charged from 10 to 80 percent thanks to its 800-volt electric architecture, which enables fast charging of up to 270 kW. Audi includes a standard 11 kW AC charger on board that can fully charge the battery in a single night. Later on, the German automaker will also provide its customers with a speedier 22 kW AC charging option.

Additionally, a smart new fast-charging option is available for stations that are limited to 400-volt technology. In this case, the Q6 e-tron may parallel charge with up to 150 kW via bank charging, which splits the 800-volt battery configuration into two batteries with equivalent voltages. Both battery halves are equalized first, and then they are charged simultaneously, depending on the battery’s current level of charge. Similar technology can be seen in contemporary smartphones, which have larger batteries to assure optimal performance and lower the risk of battery damage.

Price And Anticipated India Release

The Audi Q6 and the SQ6 e-tron are expected to arrive in India sometime in 2025, even though they have only been formally confirmed for Germany and a few other European markets up to this point. The starting price of the fully outfitted quattro version is expected to be Rs 80 lakh (ex-showroom). It will be a high-end substitute for vehicles such as the Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6, and Volvo C40 Recharge.

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Honda Elevate CVT vs Maruti Grand Vitara AT News & Top Stories

Real-world Fuel Efficiency Comparison: Honda Elevate CVT vs Maruti Grand Vitara AT

The Maruti Grand Vitara is immediately rivaled by the 2023 arrival of Honda‘s all-new small SUV, the Elevate. A 1.5-liter gasoline engine with natural aspiration powers both cars. To determine which small SUV is more fuel-efficient in the real world, we compared their actual fuel usage. Let’s look at the powertrain characteristics of both compact SUVs before moving on to the test findings. (Honda vs Maruti )

SpecificationsHonda ElevateMaruti Grand Vitara
Engine1.5-litre 4 cyl naturally aspirated petrol1.5-liter 3-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol (mild hybrid)
Power121 PS103 PS
Torque145 Nm137 Nm
TransmissionCVT6-speed AT
Claimed Fuel Efficiency16.20 kmpl20.58 km
Tested Fuel Efficiency (City)12.60 km13.72 kmpl
Tested Fuel Efficiency (Highway)16.40 kmpl19.05 km

 Honda Elevate

Maruti Grand Vitara’s power and torque output are inferior to that of the Honda Elevate. But thanks to its mild hybrid technology, the Grand Vitara has an edge that yields higher stated fuel efficiency ratings as well as better practical economy. Between these two cars, there is a little over a km/l difference in fuel efficiency in urban circumstances. Still, when compared to the Honda Elevate, the Grand Vitara has almost 3 km/l more fuel efficiency when driving on a highway.

It’s also crucial to remember that, although the Grand Vitara’s test efficiency narrowly misses the advertised amount, the Elevate’s highway mileage somewhat exceeds it.

MileageCity: Highway (50:50)City: Highway (25:75)City: Highway (75:25)
Honda Elevate CVT14.25 km15.25 kmpl13.37 km
Maruti Grand Vitara AT15.95 kmpl17.36 kmpl14.75 kmpl

Maruti Grand Vitara

In all three driving scenarios, the Maruti Grand Vitara comes out on top once more. The mileage numbers of both automobiles differ by slightly more than 1 km/l if your driving is mostly in cities. But when driving on a highway, this disparity rises to almost 2 km/l. There is less than a 2-kilometer per hour difference even in mixed driving circumstances.

Notice: An automobile’s fuel efficiency can change based on your driving habits, the status of the roads, and the car itself. (Honda vs Maruti)

Key Takeaway

Given that the Maruti SUV is less powerful than the Honda SUV, the Grand Vitara is therefore more economical than the Elevate. The Grand Vitara is a great option if fuel economy is important to you. You can choose the Elevate instead if you choose reasonable power above fuel economy.

Price

Honda ElevateMaruti Grand Vitara
Rs 11.58 to Rs 16.20 lakhRs 10.80 lakh to Rs 20.09 lakh

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