News & Top StoriesBeginning in July 2024, six airbags will be standard on all Citroen vehicles.
Six airbags were previously standard on just the Citroen C5 Aircross midsize SUV.
- In addition to six airbags, ISOFIX seat anchoring and a rear seatbelt reminder are standard equipment on Citroen vehicles.
- There are currently only two front airbag options available for the Citroen C3 hatchback, eC3 electric hatchback, and C3 Aircross compact SUV.
- This modification will take effect in July of 2024, or the second part of the year.
- In India, Citroen now sells the C3, eC3, C3 Aircross, and C5 Aircross as retail models.
Despite the absence of a six airbag requirement for all new automobiles in India, automakers have been aiming to gradually integrate this safety element throughout their range. Citroen is the most recent brand to announce this change to their inventory, yet the French automaker will not immediately offer six airbags. Rather, this safety update will be applied to the Citroen C3, Citroen eC3, and Citroen C3 Aircross starting in the second half of this year, or July 2024. At the moment, these three locally produced Citroen cars come with just two front airbags.
Additional Safety Elements
Apart from the six airbags on the side and curtain, ISOFIX seat anchoring and a rear seatbelt reminder will be standard equipment on Citroen vehicles.
Safety features include dual front airbags, ABS with EBD, and rear parking sensors are currently standard on the C3 and eC3. A parking camera is also included with the Citroen hatchbacks, and the C3 Aircross is equipped with a tyre pressure monitoring system and hill hold assistance.
A long list of safety features is already included in Citroen’s flagship SUV in India, the C5 Aircross, which includes six airbags, electronic stability program (ESP), tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), park assist, hill assist, rear parking camera, and blind-spot detection system.
Citroen Price Range
The price ranges of Citroen’s four models, which are now available for purchase in India, are listed below: C3, eC3, C3 Aircross, and C5 Aircross.
| Model | Price Range |
| Citroen C3 | Rs 6.16 lakh to Rs 8.96 lakh |
| Citroen eC3 | Rs 11.61 lakh to Rs 13.35 lakh |
| Citroen C3 Aircross | Rs 9.99 lakh to Rs 13.85 lakh |
| Citroen C5 Aircross | Rs 36.91 lakh to Rs 37.67 lakh |
The Future Goals of Citroen India
Citroen intends to launch the C3X, a crossover sedan that will share a platform with the C3 and C3 Aircross, in India in 2024. Similar to the C3 hatchback, an all-electric variant of the C3X will also be available. The India-spec C3X’s interior photo recently appeared online. To learn more about Citroen’s next product, click this page.
News & Top StoriesTata Altroz Racer on Display at Bharat Mobility Expo 2024: Five Significant Changes Described
After making its debut at Auto Expo 2023, the Altroz Racer vanished from view. However, it has subsequently reappeared with updated features and a revised appearance.
The Tata Altroz Racer made its debut at the Auto Expo 2023. In 2024, at the Bharat Mobility Expo, a revised and more aggressive iteration of the high-end hatchback has made its debut. Even though it’s still only a “concept,” we anticipate seeing the improved Altroz Racer go on sale in 2024. Let’s examine the modifications made to the 2024 Altroz Racer
New Paint Option And Grille
The Altroz Racer made its debut at Auto Expo 2023 in a bright red color, but the latest model, which was shown at the Bharat Mobility Expo 2024, has a brand-new orange paint job. The two white stripes that extend from the hood to the top of the roof are still present.
The updated grille design of the Altroz Racer now features a mesh-like pattern that complements the sporty design changes. This is another modification to the vehicle. The pre-facelift Tiago and Tigor-like trapezoidal grille pieces were present in the previous version.
Wheels Made of Alloy
Tata has also fitted a more fashionable set of 16-inch 10-spoke dual-tone alloy wheels to the new Altroz Racer. Conversely, the earlier model featured blacked-out units that were identical to the ordinary Altroz in terms of design.
New Colour Upholstery And Gear Shifter
Tata has revised the orange hue of the ambient lighting and red inlays to match the new exterior color of the 2024 Altroz Racer. The orange tone has been added to its colored accents and contrast stitching on the upholstery and steering wheel. The new color is even applied to the ambient lighting in the dashboard, footwell sections, and wireless phone charging dock.
The center console of the new Altroz Racer has undergone a minor but notable modification. The shifter used on the basic Altroz has been replaced with a 5-speed gear shifter akin to that of the new Tata Nexon.
A 360-degree Camera
A 360-degree camera is one of the new features added to the Altroz Racer’s equipment list. The front camera is visible; it is situated directly behind the Tata logo. There was simply a reverse camera on the previous Altroz Racer. The Maruti Baleno is likewise equipped with this capability.
An HUD, or heads-up display
The 2024 Altroz Racer now includes a HUD as well, however it’s unclear how big the screen is. Nevertheless, compared to the previous version, it is a significant improvement in terms of convenience and safety and is probably going to transmit vital information such as the gear position indication, current speed, and fuel economy. We would have rather to see the larger 10.25-inch completely digital driver’s display from the new Nexon instead of the outdated 7-inch TFT in the semi-digital cluster, even though this is a premium feature.
The modified Tata Altroz Racer now has all of these modifications. It is powered by the same 1.2-liter turbo-petrol engine (170 Nm/120 PS) and manual transmission as the Altroz Racer from earlier models. Which of these modifications would you most like to see implemented into the Altroz Racer when it launches? Tell us in the comments below.
News & Top Stories2024 Bharat Mobility Expo: Tata Nexon CNG Unveiled
The 1.2-liter turbo-petrol engine of the SUV, which uses Tata’s dual-cylinder technology, is included with the Nexon CNG.
- The Nexon will be the company’s fifth CNG-branded vehicle.
- With a turbocharged petrol engine, it’s the first car in India to come with an optional CNG kit.
- has two independent CNG cylinders beneath the boot floor, each with a capacity of about 230 liters for luggage.
- The transmission choices and stated fuel economy percentages are unknown.
- First half of 2024 is anticipated for launch; starting costs could be as high as Rs 9 lakh.
The Nexon CNG is one of the big debuts at the Bharat Mobility Expo 2024, which Tata has quite the roster for. Although it won’t be the first sub-4m SUV in the nation to have this fuel option, it will be the first to do so with a petrol engine that has been turbocharged. The twin-cylinder technology found in vehicles like the Tata Punch and Tiago is also included in the Tata Nexon CNG Car.
Specifics of the Powertrain
The 1.2-liter turbo-petrol engine in the SUV, which is normally rated at 120 PS and 170 Nm, is paired with a decreased performance rating while using the greener fuel in the Nexon CNG. The Nexon CNG has direct start in CNG mode, just like previous Tata CNG vehicles. The updated power output, fuel economy, and transmission choices for the Nexon CNG are still unknown.
What About Boot Space?
Because twin-tank technology has been used, the Nexon CNG has a about 230-liter boot space. Thus, the spare wheel is installed on the SUV’s underbelly.
Fully Furnished CNG Vehicle
As with the standard Nexon, we anticipate the Tata Nexon CNG Car to be a feature-rich package that includes a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless phone charging, a sunroof, and touch-activated auto air conditioning. TPMS, ESC, TPMS, and a 360-degree camera are among the safety features of the Nexon, which also includes six airbags.
Expected Launch And Price
The Tata Nexon CNG is anticipated to go on sale in the first half of 2024, with a starting price of Rs 9 lakh. Direct competitors include the Maruti Brezza, but it will also offer a more environmentally friendly fuel alternative to vehicles like the Kia Sonet, Hyundai Venue, and Maruti Fronx sub-4 million crossover.
News & Top StoriesMercedes-Benz GLA Facelift Launched In India, Starting At Rs 50.50 Lakh.
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA receives slight appearance modifications and several crucial feature enhancements with this mild facelift.
- The 2024 GLA is available in three configurations: 200, 220d 4MATIC, and 220d 4MATIC AMG Line.
- The new GLA has upgraded headlights, a reworked front grille, and a new bumper.
- It has two 10.25-inch displays (infotainment and driver’s display) and the newest steering wheels with touch controls.
- It now supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, as well as a 360-degree camera.
- Mercedes has preserved the 1.3-litre turbo-petrol and 2-litre diesel engine options from the previous GLA.
The Mercedes-Benz GLA facelift made its global premiere in mid-2023, and now, in 2024, it has arrived in India, with prices beginning at Rs 50.50 lakh. The 2024 GLA has slight design tweaks and new features to improve overall convenience. It continues to be available with both petrol and diesel engine options.
Prices
| GLA 200 | Rs 50.50 lakh |
| GLA 220d 4MATIC | Rs 54.75 lakh |
| GLA 220d 4MATIC AMG Line | Rs 56.90 lakh |
Design changes are subtle.
The Mercedes-Benz GLA facelift features minor design changes and retains a similar look to its predecessor. The most visible changes are to the front, which includes updated LED headlights with LED DRLs, a revamped grille with vertical lines, and a changed bumper design. The AMG Line SUV has a unique front grille with pin chrome accents.
In profile, the AMG Line model of the GLA facelift features new 19-inch alloy wheels, and the cladding surrounding the wheel arches now matches the body color. The rear design remains intact, with the exception of the new LED taillights. Mercedes has also launched a new exterior color, Spectral Blue, with the facelifted GLA.
Cabin updates
Interior options for the 2024 Mercedes GLA SUV include dual-tone black and beige and all-black. The dashboard arrangement remains unchanged, but the central console has been reworked to provide more storage space. The ordinary model of the GLA facelift features lighted star pattern trim on the passenger side dashboard, whilst the AMG Line variant has a specific carbon structure trim that is enhanced by the ambient lighting strip.
The AMG Line edition also includes the latest AMG steering wheel with touch controls, which is encased in Nappa leather. The 2024 GLA has two upholstery options: Macchiato Beige and Artico Black.
Features & Safety
Mercedes has fitted the GLA facelift with two 10.25-inch monitors (one for infotainment and one for the driver). The infotainment screen now works on the most recent MBUX – NTG7 operating system and supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Other features on the 2024 GLA include electrically adjustable front passenger seats with memory function, 64-colour ambient lighting, a gesture-controlled powered tailgate, and a two-part panoramic sunroof.
Seven airbags, a 360-degree camera, active braking and blind spot help, adaptive high beam aid, and a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) all ensure passenger safety.
Powertrain Details
The GLA facelift features the same petrol and diesel engine options as the pre-facelift version, as noted in the table below
| Specifications | GLA 200 | GLA 220d 4MATIC |
| Engine | 1.3-litre turbo-petrol | 2-litre diesel |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | AWD |
| Power | 163 PS | 190 PS |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Transmission | 7-speed DCT | 8-speed DCT |
| Acceleration (0-100 kmph) | 8.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Claimed Fuel Efficiency | 17.4 kmpl | 18.9 kmpl |
Engineering Package for Off-Roads
The Mercedes-Benz GLA facelift’s 220d AMG Line diesel option comes with all-wheel drive (AWD). Mercedes also offers an off-road engineering kit that includes a real-time display of characteristics such as gradient and slope angle on the infotainment screen. Additionally, the off-road package includes downhill speed regulation (DSR), which works similarly to hill descent control. However, this technology also allows you to manually set a speed range of 2 kmph to 18 kmph. The assist mechanism then applies the brakes based on the pre-selected speed while descending.
Rivals
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA continues to compete with the Audi Q3 and the BMW X1. It can also be considered an economical alternative to the Mini Cooper Countryman.
News & Top StoriesTata 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.
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
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.
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.
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.
News & Top Stories2024 MG Astor Released: More Economical And Technologically Advanced Than Before
With a starting price of Rs 9.98 lakh for the new base-spec ‘Sprint’ variant, the MG Astor is now the most reasonably priced small SUV available.
- The SUV will have improvements MG Astor car in 2024 with amenities including wireless phone charging, ventilated front seats, and an auto-dimming IRVM.
- A software upgrade has also been made to the 10.1-inch infotainment system, enabling wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
- remains available with a 1.5-liter normally aspirated petrol engine and a 1.3-liter turbo-petrol engine as its two powertrain options – MG Astor car
- The Astor is currently available for between Rs 9.98 lakh to Rs 17.90 lakh.
The MG Astor was the first small SUV in its class to be introduced with advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and a personal AI assistant in India in 2021. In 2024, MG has revised its entire range of variants in addition to adding new features to the Astor. Along with the launch of the new entry-level Sprint model, the Astor’s starting price was lowered to Rs 9.98 lakh.
Let’s first take a look at the revised MG Astor car variant-by-variant costs before delving into the new improvements.
| Variant | Price |
| Petrol Manual | |
| Sprint | Rs 9.98 lakh |
| Shine | Rs 11.68 lakh |
| Select | Rs 12.98 lakh |
| Sharp Pro | Rs 14.41 lakh |
| Petrol Automatic (CVT) | |
| Select | Rs 13.98 lakh |
| Sharp Pro | Rs 15.68 lakh |
| Savvy Pro (with Ivory interior) | Rs 16.58 lakh |
| Savvy Pro (with Sangria interior) | Rs 16.68 lakh |
| Turbo-Petrol Automatic | |
| Savvy Pro | Rs 17.90 lakh |
All costs are ex-showroom across India.
Note: MG Astor’s dual-tone exterior shades will cost customers an additional Rs 20,000.
MG has completely redesigned the Astor variation selection, replacing the Style version—which was previously available—with the less expensive Sprint model. The Astor is currently the most reasonably priced compact SUV in India, with a starting price that is Rs 84,000 less than it was previously. Additionally, the new Shine and Select SUV variations have replaced the Super and Smart models, and the Astor’s Sharp and Savvy trims now include a “Pro” suffix indicating that the Astor has more features than previously.
The upgraded Savvy Pro trim of the Astor is now priced at Rs 17.90 lakh, which is Rs 78,000 cheaper than the top-spec turbo-petrol Savvy variant, which was previously priced at Rs 18.68 lakh.
New Updates
Updates for the MG Astor in 2024 bring additional amenities like wireless phone charging, ventilated front seats, and an auto-dimming IRVM. With Smart 2.0 UI, the 10.1-inch infotainment system—which is now standard on all MG SUV models—has been improved. It provides more capabilities for connected cars, like as voice requests for the weather, news, calculator, and more with the Jio Voice Recognition technology. The infotainment system now offers supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
The Astor also has a panoramic sunroof, cruise control, automatic climate control, and a 6-way power-adjustable driver seat. Up to six airbags, hill ascent and descent control, heated ORVMs, a 360-degree camera, electronic stability control, and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS)—which include adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, automated emergency braking, and lane-keeping/departure assist—all contribute to passenger safety.
Nothing Affects The Bonnet
The Astor’s engine and transmission choices have not been changed by MG. A 1.5-liter normally aspirated petrol engine (110 PS / 144 Nm) paired with a 5-speed manual or CVT and a 1.3-liter turbo-petrol engine (140 PS / 220 Nm) paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission are the two engine options available.
Competitors
The current price range for the MG Astor is Rs 9.98 lakh to Rs 17.90 lakh. It competes with vehicles such as the Volkswagen Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, Toyota Hyryder, Honda Elevate, Hyundai Creta, Maruti Grand Vitara, and Kia Seltos.