News & Top StoriesOnce 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.
News & Top StoriesPrices for the Tata Altroz Racer start at Rs 9.49 lakh.
- The more aggressive version of the regular Altroz is called the Tata Altroz Racer
- Starting at Rs 9.49 lakh and going up to Rs 10.99 lakh (ex-showroom, India)
- has a more potent 1.2-liter turbo-petrol engine with a 6-speed MT that produces 120 PS and 170 Nm.
- features more aggressive design cues, such as a redesigned grille and dual-tip exhaust
- includes six airbags, a 10.25-inch infotainment system, and ventilated front seats.
- A blind spot monitor and a 360-degree camera are features of safety technology.
With starting costs of Rs 9.49 lakh (introductory ex-showroom pan-India), the Tata Altroz Racer has been introduced in the Indian market. This hatchback has a potent 1.2-liter turbo-petrol engine that is available in three model versions. It now has improved safety systems and modernized features in addition to changed exterior design components.
Prices
The price range for the Tata Altroz Racer is Rs 9.49 lakh to Rs 10.99 lakh. The pricing according to variants is as follows:
| Variant | Prices |
| R1 | Rs 9.49 lakh |
| R2 | Rs 10.49 lakh |
| R3 | Rs 10.99 lakh |
Sportier exterior
The Tata Altroz Racer keeps the same overall shape as the standard Altroz but adds unique styling cues to give it a more aggressive appearance. These improvements come with black-coated alloy wheels, a dual-tip exhaust system, and a new grille. Its sporty look is further enhanced by two white stripes that extend from the hood to the back roof. Additionally, the vehicle has an “i-Turbo+” emblem on the tailgate and a “Racer” badge on the front fenders. Avenue White, Pure Grey, and Atomic Orange are the available color options for the Altroz Racer.
Improved Features and Interiors
The Tata Altroz Racer’s interior has the same design as the standard model, but it has additional features including black leatherette seats with headrests that are branded with “Racer.” Along with contrast orange stitching on the seats and orange highlights around the AC vents on the dashboard, it also has themed ambient lighting. A new 7-inch fully digital driver’s display, ventilated front seats, and a larger 10.25-inch touchscreen entertainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are all included with the Altroz Racer. In addition, a 360-degree camera with a blind-spot monitor is included, as are six airbags.
Greater Powerful Engine
The Tata Nexon‘s turbo-petrol engine, which powers the Altroz Racer, has the following specs:
Specifications | 1.2 Turbo-Petrol Engine |
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| Power | 120 PS |
| Torque | 170 Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed MT |
There is currently no automatic gearbox available for this engine; it is only available with a 6-speed manual gearbox.
Rival
The Hyundai i20 N Line is the direct rival of the Tata Altroz Racer.
News & Top StoriesWhich Hot-Hatch Should I Get: Hyundai i20 N Line or Tata Altroz Racer?
The Tata Altroz Racer is getting ready for its formal introduction. It is anticipated to cost approximately Rs 10 lakh (ex-showroom), placing it in the same price range as the Hyundai i20 N Line, its main rival. Should you choose the i20 N Line or the Altroz Racer for a sporty hatchback if you have a budget of about Rs 10 lakh? Here are their written specifications:
Performance And Powertrain
| Model | Tata Altroz Racer | Hyundai i20 N Line |
| Engine | 1.2-litre 3-cyl turbo-petrol | 1-litre 3-cyl turbo-petrol |
| Power | 120 PS | 120 PS |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Transmission | 6 MT | 6 MT/7 DCT* |
The 3-cylinder engine included in both the Tata Altroz Racer and the i20 N Line produces equivalent power, however the latter produces marginally higher torque. The Altroz Racer does not have an automatic gearbox, although the i20 N Line has.
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The Hyundai i20 N Line and Tata Altroz Racer are both well-equipped vehicles. But the Altroz Racer does have certain benefits, such as ventilated front seats and a 360-degree camera with a blind spot monitor.
Nevertheless, Hyundai is providing paddle shifters for the i20 N Line models that come with DCTs. It’s also important to note that the Altroz only has disc brakes on the front wheels, whereas the i20 N Line has disc brakes on all four wheels. A TPMS is another feature that the i20 N Line has that its Tata counterpart does not. Six airbags, ISOFIX child seat attachments, and a reversing camera are examples of standard safety equipment.
Price Range
| Model | Tata Altroz Racer | Hyundai i20 N Line |
| Price | Rs 10 lakh (expected) | Rs 10 lakh – 12.52 lakh |
The Hyundai i20 N Line is offered in two broad varieties, N6 and N8, whereas the Tata Altroz Racer will be available in three: R1, R2, and R3.
Verdict
The Tata Altroz Racer has a powerful engine and a plethora of features. It comes with extra safety and uplifting elements in addition to all the characteristics of the i20 N Line.
In contrast, the Hyundai i20 N Line boasts a more potent engine but is devoid of several important amenities that its rival offers. It does, however, have an automatic gearbox, something the Tata Altroz Racer does not.
News & Top StoriesVolvo Reaches A Milestone In India With 1,000 Electric Vehicle Sales
Since launching its first electric SUV in November 2022, Volvo Car India has sold 1,000 EVs to consumers via its online sales platform. This covers the Volvo C40 Recharge as well as the Volvo XC40 Recharge (including the single motor, rear-wheel-drive version). In India, 28 percent of Volvo’s sales are comprised of these EVs.
Volvo’s lineup of electric vehicles
Volvo currently has two electric cars available in India: the C40 Recharge and the XC40 Recharge. Both rear-wheel drive (RWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD) versions of the XC40 Recharge are offered. With a 69 kWh battery and 238 PS of power output, the single-motor-driven RWD variant has a claimed WLTP range of 475 km. On the other hand, the two-motor-powered AWD variant generates 408 PS and a 78 kWh battery, resulting in a 505 km WLTP range.
The C40 Recharge is only available with a dual-electric motor AWD system that produces 408 PS and has a stated WLTP range of 530 km. It is powered by a 78 kWh battery pack.
Cost and Competitors
The RWD version of the Volvo XC40 Recharge starts at Rs 54.95 lakh, while the AWD variant costs Rs 57.90 lakh. The cost of the C40 Recharge is Rs 62.95 lakh. The Volvo EVs compete with the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6, and they also offer an electric SUV substitute for the BMW i4.
Volvo Future Plans
By 2030, Volvo Car India hopes to have converted its whole lineup to electric vehicles, starting with the introduction of one electric model annually.
News & Top StoriesSee: This is how Maruti Swift prices have increased over the years since 2005.
One of the most well-liked hatchbacks in India, the Maruti Swift, arrived on our shores in 2005. Its functions and design have improved over time with a few generational updates and facelifts since then. With each new upgrade, Swift’s costs in India have risen in addition to these modifications. Let’s look at the changes in these prices over the last almost twenty years.
Prices From 2005 Up Until Now
| Model | Price Range |
| First-gen Maruti Swift 2005 | Rs 3.87 lakh To Rs 4.85 Lakh |
| Second-gen Maruti Swift 2011 | Rs 4.22 Lakh To Rs 6.38 Lakh |
| Second-gen Maruti Swift Facelift 2014 | Rs 4.42 Lakh To Rs 6.95 Lakh |
| Third-gen Maruti Swift 2018 | Rs 4.99 Lakh To Rs 8.29 Lakh |
| Third-gen Maruti Swift Facelift 2021 | Rs 5.73 Lakh To Rs 8.41 Lakh |
| Fourth-gen Maruti Swift 2024 (current) | Rs 6.49 lakh To Rs 9.64 Lakh (introductory) |
Prices are all ex-showroom.
Three generations of improvements have been made to the Swift, with facelifts also going to the second and third-generation vehicles. When the Swift made its Indian debut in 2005, it cost Rs 3.87 lakh. In 2024, the starting price is Rs 2.62 lakh more than it was before.
Comparably, the top-spec Swift was priced at Rs 4.85 lakh in 2005; today, it fetches Rs 9.64 lakh, a substantial rise of Rs 4.79 lakh. The starting price of the Maruti Alto K10, which is Rs 12,000 higher than the Maruti Swift 2005, is Rs 3.99 lakh, making it the most inexpensive hatchback available in India today.
Swift 2024 Features
The most recent edition of the Swift is well-equipped with features including an automated air conditioning system with rear vents, a 6-speaker music system tuned by Arkamys, and a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system. It also has connected car technology, cruise control, push-button start/stop, and wireless phone charging.
Six airbags (on all models), a rear parking camera, a hill hold assist, electronic stability control, and rear parking sensors all contribute to passenger safety.
Swift 2024 Powertrain
The new Z series 3-cylinder petrol engine powers the Swift 4th generation vehicle. Here are the specifics of its specifications:
| Engine | 1.2-litre 3-cylinder Z series petrol |
| Power | 82 PS |
| Torque | 112 Nm |
| Transmission | 5-speed MT / 5-speed AMT |
| Claimed Mileage | 24.8 kmpl (MT) / 25.75 kmpl (AMT) |
The CNG powertrain option, which was available with the previous generation model, is not available with the 2024 Swift at this time. Nevertheless, Maruti is anticipated to unveil it in the upcoming months.
Competitors
Due to its pricing, the 2024 Maruti Swift competes with the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios and, given its size, can also be considered a cheaper alternative to the Renault Triber and smaller SUVs like the Hyundai Exter and Tata Punch.
News & Top StoriesThe launch of the new Maruti Fronx Delta Plus (O) variant lowers the cost of six airbags.
- Maruti Compared to the standard Delta Plus version, it comes with six airbags and a puncture repair kit.
- The cost of the six airbags with the Fronx is now Rs 1.6 lakh less than it was before the release of these new versions.
- The new Delta Plus (O) model from Maruti is available with an AMT or manual transmission.
- Delta Plus (O) is more expensive than the standard version by Rs 15,000 for both manual and automated models.
In April 2023, Maruti Fronx made its debut as a subcompact crossover in India. Up until now, Maruti has provided the Fronx in the following five general variants: Zeta, Alpha, Delta, Delta+, and Sigma. It now has an extra Delta Plus (O) type, though, and it’s limited to the 1.2-liter normally aspirated engine. Before delving into additional information, let us examine the costs of the recently released variations.
| Existing Variants | New Variants | Difference |
| Delta Plus MT- Rs 8.78 lakh | Delta Plus (O) MT – Rs 8.93 lakh | + Rs 15,000 |
| Delta Plus AMT – Rs 9.28 lakh | Delta Plus (O) AMT – Rs 9.43 lakh | + Rs 15,000 |
Optional features for the new Delta Plus (O) grade include a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed AMT. Here, trims—manual and automatic—cost an additional Rs 15,,000.
Modernized Safety
The addition of six airbags and a puncture repair kit—features not included in the standard Delta Plus variant—to the Fronx is one of its most significant changes. It is significant to remember that the Zeta model, which costs Rs 10.56 lakh (ex-showroom), was the previous model that included the six airbags. With the release of the new Delta Plus (O) model, this functionality is now available for Rs 1.6 lakh less than it was previously.
Additional Features Available
The Fronx Delta Plus (O) model boasts a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a 4-speaker sound system, automated climate control, and an IRVM (internal rearview mirror) that works both during the day and at night.
The Fronx is equipped with additional safety features such as ISOFIX child seat anchorage, electronic stability control (ESC), hill hold assist, seatbelt reminder for every seat, and 3-point seatbelts for every seat.
Powertrain
The specifications of the 1.2-liter naturally aspirated petrol engine that powers the Fronx Delta Plus (O) variant are listed below:
| Engine | 1.2-litre petrol |
| Power | 90 PS |
| Torque | 113 Nm |
| Transmission | 5-speed MT, 5-speed AMT |
The new Delta Plus (O) type, which has more safety features, is not equipped with the 1-liter turbo-petrol engine (100 PS / 148 Nm) that is an option for the ordinary Delta Plus variant.
Competitors
While it can be considered an alternative to the, the Maruti Fronx is a direct competitor of the Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor. small SUVs, such as the Nissan Magnite, Renault Kiger, Maruti Brezza, and Tata Nexon.