News & Top StoriesDealerships Get to See the Mahindra XUV 3XO MX3 Variant
Although official reservations for the Mahindra XUV 3XO have not yet begun, we have just recently received pricing information. However, dealerships are now receiving the vehicle in some different configurations. There are five main variations of the XUV 3XO available: MX1, MX2, MX3, AX5, and AX7. This post will examine the features and appearance of the XUV 3XO’s mid-spec MX3 model in nine real-world photos.
in Front
The SUV‘s mid-spec MX3 model has the identical bumper and grille as its higher-spec siblings. Nevertheless, because of its halogen projector headlights, it appears to be a lower-end model. It has LED daytime running lights with turn signals, but no front fog lamps.
Side
The MX3 version of the Mahindra XUV 3XO has body-colored door handles from the side, while the ORVMs (outside rear view mirrors) and A and C-pillars are blacked out. This specific XUV 3XO model has no roof rails and 16-inch steel wheels covered in wheel covers.
Back
Although the XUV 3XO MX3 variation has LED tail lights, it lacks the linked configuration seen in the MX3 Pro variant, which is a grade higher. Other features that set it out as a lower-spec model include the lack of a rear wiper washer, rear defogger, and an expanded roof spoiler. Nonetheless, the SUV’s bumper design is still the same as previous higher-spec models.
Interior
Although the 3XO MX3’s design may suggest a cheaper model, its inside delivers a mid-range experience. The dashboard and door panels are two-tone black and white. On this version, however, the temperature control panel is derived from the XUV300 before the makeover.
Its features include an analog instrument cluster, a 4-speaker sound system, a wireless phone charger, a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wired Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto, and a single-pane sunroof. This version boasts all-wheel disc brakes, electronic stability control, six airbags, and rear parking sensors for added passenger protection.
This XUV 3XO type is a mid-spec model, and it has black cloth seat upholstery. The extra convenience of rear passengers is enhanced by the provision of rear AC vents.
Powertrain
Mahindra provides turbo-petrol and diesel engine options for the XUX 3XO’s MX3 version. The details of the requirements are listed below:
| Specifications | 1.2-litre turbo-petrol | 1.5-litre diesel |
| Power | 112 PS | 117 PS |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed MT / 6-speed AT | 6-speed MT / 6-speed AMT |
The more potent T-GDi (direct injection) turbo-petrol engine is not available for the MX3 version.
Price & Rivals
The Mahindra XUV 3XO’s MX3 model costs between Rs 9.49 lakh and Rs 11.69 lakh (ex-showroom introductory). It competes with vehicles such as the Nissan Magnite, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Maruti Brezza, Tata Nexon, and Renault Kiger.
News & Top StoriesBefore launch, the new Maruti Swift’s fuel efficiency was leaked.
- Maruti Swift The new Swift can be reserved for Rs 11,000 at this time.
- Five models of the new Swift are expected to be available for purchase: LXi, VXi, VXi (O), ZXi, and ZXi+.
- It will have a brand-new 3-cylinder, 1.2-liter Z series petrol engine that comes with an AMT or 5-speed manual transmission.
- Details about the engine surfaced as well; it will produce up to 112 Nm and 82 PS.
- to include six airbags, a wireless phone charger, and a 9-inch touchscreen as standard equipment.
- With a May 9 launch date, costs may begin as low as Rs 6.5 lakh (ex-showroom).
Reservations for the upcoming May 9 introduction of the fourth-generation Maruti Swift are now being accepted. Among other factors, its stated fuel efficiency has now been revealed online ahead of its price announcement. It is rumored that there will be five main variations of the new Swift available: LXi, VXi, VXi (O), ZXi, and ZXi+.
Leaked Information About Engine, Gearbox, and Miles
The 1.2-liter 3-cylinder Z series petrol engine is confirmed to be installed in the new Swift, replacing the 1.2-liter 4-cylinder K-series petrol engine in the outgoing model, according to the internet article. The leaked information claims that this engine can get 25.72 km/l, however, the source doesn’t say if this is for the manual or automatic transmission version. The specifications are compared as follows:
| Specification | 2024 Maruti Swift | Outgoing Maruti Swift |
| Engine | 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder petrol | 1.2-litre, 4-cylinder petrol |
| Power | 82 PS | 90 PS |
| Torque | Up to 112 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Transmission | 5-speed MT, 5-speed AMT* | 5-speed MT, 5-speed AMT |
| Claimed Mileage | 25.72 kmpl | 22.38 kmpl, 22.56 kmpl |
The current Swift can also be had with a CNG powertrain, which has a lower output of 77.5 PS/98.5 Nm and is exclusively paired with a manual transmission. Nevertheless, the CNG drivetrain will not be available for the new Swift, at least not when it launches.
Safety And Features
The 2017 Swift from Maruti will be equipped with a larger 9-inch touchscreen, auto air conditioning, a heads-up display, and a wireless phone charger. It is expected to have a 360-degree camera, electronic stability program (ESP), six airbags (as standard), and blind spot recognition (as demonstrated on one of its test mules).
Launch And Price
On May 9, the 2024 Maruti Swift will go on sale, with an expected starting price of Rs 6.5 lakh (ex-showroom). It will compete with the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios and act as a substitute for the comparably priced Renault Triber sub-4 million crossover MPV.
News & Top StoriesSales of Nissan Magnite Exceed 30,000 Units for the Third Year in a Row
- December 2020 marked the premiere of the Nissan Magnite in India.
- There are four general varieties to choose from: XE, XL, XV, and XV Premium.
- comes with two choices for gasoline engines and manual or automatic transmissions.
- has a 360-degree camera, wireless phone charging, and an 8-inch touchscreen.
- The price range (ex-showroom, India) is Rs 6 lakh to Rs 11.27 lakh.
- Nissan plans to release the redesigned Magnite in the latter part of 2024.
For the third year in a row, Nissan has exported more than 30,000 units of the sub-4 million dollar SUV, marking a new milestone for the model. It enabled Nissan to sell more than a million Magnites in India in the first half of 2024.
A Look At The Numbers
For the past three fiscal years, Nissan has routinely shipped over 30,000 Magnite units, as the table below illustrates:
| Domestic Sales | ||||
| FY20 | FY21 | FY22 | FY23 | Total |
| 9569 | 33905 | 32546 | 30146 | 106166 |
The Magnite was introduced in the latter part of 2020, which helps to explain the sales figures of less than 10,000 units. Sales of the SUV decreased over the FY22–2023 year as well.
An Overview of Nissan Magnite
Nissan’s entry-level vehicle in the sub-4-meter SUV market, the Magnite, debuted as a gasoline-only variant in December 2020. There are four general varieties to choose from: XE, XL, XV, and XV Premium.
Options for the Engine and Gearbox
It is equipped with the next two engine options:
| Specification | 1-litre N/A Petrol | 1-litre Turbo-petrol |
| Power | 72 PS | 100 PS |
| Torque | 96 Nm | Up to 160 Nm |
| Transmission | 5-speed MT, 5-speed AMT | 5-speed MT, CVT |
The turbo unit produces 152 Nm when paired with the CVT automated gearbox. Nissan just introduced a 1-liter naturally aspirated engine with a 5-speed AMT option for the Magnite.
Features And Safety
Nissan equips the Magnite with a 7-inch digital driver’s display, wireless phone charging, an 8-inch touchscreen, and rear vent auto air conditioning. The sub-4m SUV has a 360-degree camera, electronic stability control (ESC), and dual front airbags for added safety.
Costs And Competitors
A few spy photos of the redesigned SUV, which is anticipated to go on sale in the second half of 2024, indicate that Nissan has started work on the Magnite. The Nissan Magnite is currently available across India for between Rs. 6 lakh to Rs. 11.27 lakh (ex-showroom). It competes with the Mahindra XUV300, Kia Sonet, Renault Kiger, Citroen C3, Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue, Maruti Brezza, and the soon-to-be Skoda sub-4m SUV. Another option for sub-4 meter crossovers like the Maruti Fronx and Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor is the Magnite.
News & Top StoriesGlobal NCAP has retested the Honda Amaze and awarded it a 2-star safety rating.
- The Honda Amaze received a 2-star rating for adult occupant protection, with a score of 27.85 out of 34.
- With a score of 8.58 out of 49 for child occupant protection, it received a 0-star safety rating.
- The low score was caused by safety feature omissions such as side curtain airbags and electronic stability control.
Recently, the Global NCAP (New Car Assessment Program) crashed-tested the Honda Amaze once more, and this time, it received inadequate safety ratings for both adult occupant protection (AOP) and child occupant protection (COP). The 2019 Global NCAP crash test results for the South African version of the subcompact Honda car show that it received a 4-star safety rating. On the other hand, the Amaze was tested using the most recent Global NCAP protocols this time. Let’s examine how well it performed in each test in more detail.
| Protection | Adult Occupant Protection | Child Occupant Protection |
| Rating | 2 stars | 0 star |
| Score | 27.85/34 | 8.58/49 |
| Bodyshell Integrity | Stable | |
Adult Occupant Protection (27.85 points out of 34)
Impact in front (64 kmph)
The driver and co-driver of Honda‘s subcompact sedan showed “good” head and neck protection in the frontal impact crash test, while both occupants had “adequate” chest protection. But while their tibias demonstrated “good” protection, the driver’s and passenger’s knees only displayed “marginal” protection.
At 50 kmph, side impact
The protection received by the head and pelvis was rated as “good,” the chest as “marginal,” and the abdomen as “adequate.”
Side Pole Impact
News & Top StoriesBookings for the New Leader Edition Toyota Fortuner are now open.
- receives the 2.8-liter diesel engine with rear-wheel drive alone, but with manual and automatic gears as well.
- Dual-tone exterior tints, black alloy wheels, and front and rear bumper spoilers are examples of cosmetic modifications.
- A tire pressure monitoring system is the only new feature.
- The ex-showroom prices of the diesel rear-wheel-drive Fortuner versions range from Rs 35.93 lakh to Rs 38.21 lakh.
Recently, the Toyota Fortuner was given a special Leader edition that adds a safety feature along with a few visual upgrades. Bookings for the Leader edition are already available, however, the carmaker has not yet disclosed pricing. Before you go ahead and place your name in the order Bookings, have a look at what this has to offer.
What You Acquire
The new dual-tone exterior color options for this special edition are Super White, Platinum Pearl, and Silver Metallic, all of which may be had with a black roof. Along with gloss black spoilers for the front and rear bumpers, it also has 17-inch blacked-out alloy wheels. The dealerships will install these items.
There is just one additional feature added to the Leader Edition, and that is a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that is taken from the more advanced Fortuner Legender.
Available Powertrains
The 2.8-liter diesel engine of the Fortuner Leader Edition is identical to that of the base model, and it is available with a manual or automatic transmission. The automatic versions produce 500 Nm and 204 PS, while the manual versions produce 420 Nm and 204 PS. Only the Fortuner models with rear-wheel drive are compatible with the Leader Edition.
Features
The Leader edition’s amenities, which include an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, connected Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, dual-zone temperature control, a 6-speaker sound system, wireless phone charging, and a motorized tailgate, are identical to those of the normal Fortuner, except for the TPMS.
It has traction control, hill hold assist, vehicle stability control (VSC), seven airbags, and other safety features.
Anticipated Cost & Competitors
The diesel rear-wheel-drive Fortuner versions range in price from Rs 35.93 lakh to Rs 38.21 lakh (ex-showroom); considering the visual modifications, you should anticipate paying approximately Rs 50,000 more for the Leader Edition. The Jeep Meridian Overland, Skoda Kodiaq, and MG Gloster Blackstorm are competitors of the Toyota Fortuner Leader Edition.
News & Top StoriesView These Seven Pictures To See The Kia Sonet HTE (O) Variant
Kia has unveiled the HTE (O) and HTK (O), two new optional Sonet variants. We will walk you through Sonet’s HTE (O) variant in this report. This variant is based on the original HTE variant but has additional features including a sunroof and a sunglasses holder.
Here’s how it looks.
Design
It lacks the piano black grille finish because it is based on the entry-level HTE model. In addition to missing out on the DRLs that are available in the higher varieties, you receive basic halogen headlights. The small SUV gains a little bit of toughness from the silver skid plate on the bumper.
Approaching from the sides, you’ll notice that the Sonet has 15-inch steel wheels covered in plastic and door handles that match the color of the vehicle. The alloy wheels are dual-tone for the higher models.
When viewed from the back, the center section is not illuminated, but the attached halogen tail lamps are visible.
Interior
As soon as you enter the Sonet, you will notice the fabric-upholstered, all-black cabin. In contrast, the lower center console, steering wheel, and AC vents all have silver inlays. An entertainment system is absent from the HTE (O) variant; it is included in the HTK variant and above. If you want a music system installed, you will need to pay more money.
Features
It lacks several features because it is built on the entry-level HTE version. But now that it has a sunroof and a sunglasses holder, the inside feels a little more upscale. You receive all the standard amenities, plus two extras: manual air conditioning, power windows up front, central locking, a 12-volt power outlet, rear air conditioning vents, and USB Type-C charging outlets for the backseat passengers.
Six airbags, ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors, electronic stability control, and a tire pressure monitoring system are among the safety features that come standard.
Powertrain
Diesel and gasoline engines are available for the new HTE (O) version. It is equipped with two engines: a 1.2-liter naturally aspirated engine producing 82 horsepower and 115 Nm, mated to a 5-speed manual transmission; and a 1.5-liter diesel engine with a traditional 6-speed manual transmission producing 116 horsepower and 250 Nm. A more potent 1-liter turbo-petrol engine is another option available for the higher-end Sonet versions.
Price and Competition
The ex-showroom pricing of the Kia Sonet HTE (O) variation is Rs 8.19 lakh for the petrol variant and Rs 10 lakh for the diesel option. Rivals of the Sonet include the Mahindra XUV300, Tata Nexon, Renault Kiger, Hyundai Venue, Maruti Brezza, and Nissan Magnite.