Chevrolet U-VA vs Hyundai i10 vs Maruti Suzuki Ritz

Overview The new benchmark for small cars Every once in a while comes a car that redefines the segment. The i10 was that car. Now, can the Ritz do the same? We have the i10 and the VFM U-VA with us to find out. The Hyundai i10 is the benchmark...

May 19, 2024

Audi Q5 vs BMW X3

OverviewBattle of the baby SUVs These might be car like, and a far cry from a true blue SUV when it comes to off-roading prowess. But, these baby SUVs still hold a lot of appeal, especially in the Indian context. AUTO BILD INDIA gets you the lowdownThe concept of a...

May 19, 2024

Puttin' on the Ritz

Introduction “And now to see if I was wrong.” That was the first thought that ran through my head when I collected the Ritz petrol ZXi for our road-test. You see, I wasn’t too impressed with the engine when I had a short drive at the car’s launch, and that...

May 19, 2024

Six appeal

Introduction The sound a car makes can make a fan out of the unbeliever. There have been times when I’ve heard a loud car while walking the streets of Mumbai and have stopped, trying to make out what car it was, only to see a taxi going past, its driver...

May 19, 2024

Green Machine

Introduction Today’s world demands more from every person. More marks when you’re in school, more fees for better courses, and more work for more pay, so you can have a retirement plan with better benefits. We demand more from our cars as well: more space, more style, more fuel efficiency…...

May 19, 2024

Juggernaut

Introduction “So,” I said to Vrushali, our photographer, trying my best to be an Indian James Bond as the Q7 hurtled down the road. “This must be your first time at 200kph, no?” “Yes,” she replied dully. “Would you mind if I slept for a while? I need a bit...

May 19, 2024

Swansong

Introduction Exclusivity has a charm of its own. Produce anything in limited numbers, and the value of the product will increase, thanks to demand. Mercedes-Benz India has just launched a special edition E-Class in an attempt to drum up interest in the car before they launch the next generation W212...

May 19, 2024

Lifestyle At Its Best

Introduction Tata has been the pioneer of Indian pickup trucks. The Tatamobile 206 was introduced a couple of decades ago. India's first pick-up was practical but lacked power steering, had no driver assist, hard seats; no luxury. Then came the Tata 207. The upgrades included better styling and a 2-litre...

May 19, 2024

The Little German

Introduction In the beginning, ‘hatchback’ was a term used for car buyers at the bottom of the pecking order. They got them either because they were on a tight budget, or didn’t have enough parking space for a boot. There were also a practical bunch of buyers who knew and...

May 19, 2024

Wheels of Fortune

Introduction The Fortuner has been in the offing for a number of years now, and many customers have been eagerly awaiting the launch of this SUV from Toyota. And why not – after all, it has for brethren the Landcruiser and Landcruiser Prado, which is the mainstay of the UN,...

May 19, 2024

The Big Ford Strikes Back

Introduction SUVs in India are a strange breed. You can have the true mudplugger, but don’t expect much by way of creature comforts. If it has good on-road manners, forget about off-road prowess. If it’s both you like, you can be reasonably certain that it will be priced well beyond...

May 19, 2024

Audi A4 vs BMW 3-Series vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Overview The German Order.The diesel C-class in the Avantgarde trim is now upto-date with competition in terms of the equipment list. But, is it enough to beat the A4 and the 3-series? AUTO BILD INDIA finds out The last time the Audi A4 2.0TDI, the BMW 320d and the Mercedes...

May 19, 2024

Fiat Linea vs Ford Fiesta vs Hyundai i20 vs Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire vs Skoda Fabia.

Overview High Five, Five Cars, different sensibilities, but these meet on a common plane – price and diesel power. But which one to buy for both the offi ce run and the weekend family drive? AUTO BILD INDIA helps decide In one of our previous issues (Vol 2 Issue No...

May 19, 2024

A new tune

Introduction Honda Siel Cars India have always had a presence at the premium end of the market. They started off small, with the City, but soon moved on to bigger things and never looked back. However, in today’s car market, downsizing is where the profits lie, and Honda isn’t immune...

May 19, 2024

Civic Affair

Introduction The eighth generation of the Honda Civic entered the Indian car market in July 2006. The Civic has been a popular car due to its sporty looks and the Civic Type R, the high performance version of the Civic, has always been a tuners’ favourite. It is the second-longest...

May 19, 2024