Volkswagen Passat Review: Pros and Cons

IntroductionYes, the Volkswagen Passat costs Rs 40 lakhs on the road. And no, it doesn’t command the same snob value as an Audi or a BMW or a Mercedes. Maybe not even as much as a Volvo or a Jaguar. But that’s missing the point. Because the Volkswagen Passat is...

Sep 11, 2025

2019 Jaguar XF Petrol First Drive Review

What is it?It might be labelled as a 2019 model, but the Jaguar XF that you see here isn’t exactly a new product, having first lobbed on the scene back in late 2016. However, that doesn’t mean it lacks the flair or the panache you expect in a luxury sedan....

Sep 11, 2025

Maruti Suzuki Ciaz 1.5 Diesel First Drive Review

What is it?Why will I buy it?Refined engine, above-average performance and spacious cabin.Why will I avoid it?It still isn't engaging to drive, doesn't get an automatic transmission and misses out on a few convenience features.What is it?This right here is the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz diesel. But it doesn’t use the...

Sep 11, 2025

Mahindra Alturas G4 Review: Pros and Cons

IntroductionThis is the Alturas G4. Yes, it is a Mahindra. Yes, it does compete against the bigwigs which are the Toyota Fortuner and the Ford Endeavour. And yes, you should still consider buying one. Here are five reasons why you should, and two reasons why you may not want to.PositivesIt...

Sep 11, 2025

Kia Seltos 1.4 T-GDI Petrol First Drive Review

What is it?Why would I buy one: Quality, equipment, space, feel-good factorWhy would I avoid one:Notchy gearshifts, inconsistent ride qualityThe Kia Seltos is the Korean carmaker’s first product for India. It’s a five-seater SUV that goes head-on against the Hyundai Creta and the Renault Duster. And honestly, it makes both...

Sep 11, 2025

Hyundai Santro AMT : Final Report

Final ReportWith the monsoons finally setting in, the little Santro proved to be a huge help. Now, monsoons also bring with it traffic snarls and that meant the Santro’s compact dimensions and AMT transmission would be a big boon and it was. With 68bhp and 99Nm on tap, the Santro...

Sep 11, 2025

Renault Triber First Look Review

What is it?The B-segment of the Indian car market is the new entry-point for first-time buyers. Our aspirations have stepped up and we as buyers have begun to demand more from manufacturers and this has raised the bar. A bar that Renault wants to match with this car- the Triber....

Sep 11, 2025

Ford Figo Blu TDCi vs Maruti Suzuki Swift ZDi Comparison Test Review

IntroductionThey're compact but fun, funky yet practical, not very pricey and economical-to-run. This is essentially what comes to one's mind when one speaks about a hatchback. The Swift is, undoubtedly the major player in this segment, but Ford has recently updated their Figo with a new top-spec Blu edition. Here's...

Sep 11, 2025

Range Rover Vogue LWB First Drive Review

What is it?The Range Rover Vogue is an SUV that continues to surprise us. Mainly because it’s always the ‘vogue’ among the ‘elite’. Puerile automotive puns aside, it surprises us because every time we get behind the wheel, we are reminded of how luxurious it is on the inside and...

Sep 11, 2025

Honda CR-V Review: Pros and Cons

IntroductionThe all-new CR-V is Honda’s answer to the blooming luxury SUV segment. And this time, they’ve even given in to the demands for a diesel option. Now, the new CR-V is, on the whole, larger than the outgoing car, and that becomes obvious when you step into the cabin. But...

Sep 11, 2025

2019 BMW 3 Series 330i First Drive Review

What is it?I wouldn’t blame you if you mistook this new BMW for the 5 Series because it has inherited quite a lot of its genes. What this is in fact is the new 7th generation 3 Series which according to BMW has so much going for it that it...

Sep 11, 2025

BMW X5 Review: Pros and Cons

IntroductionBMW started its X journey with the X5 way back in 1999. BMW called it a Sports Activity Vehicle rather than an SUV to emphasize its on-road ability despite its size. Over the years the X5 has evolved and this is here is the 4th generation model and it aims...

Sep 11, 2025

Maruti Suzuki XL6 First Drive Review

What is it?Why will I buy it?Crossover styling, comfortable and premium cabinWhy will I avoid it?No diesel option, fuel efficiencyWhat is it?As the name suggests, the XL6 is a spacious (XL) and also the first Nexa product with a three-row seating (six-seater arrangement). This is a move by the carmaker...

Sep 11, 2025

Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Petrol AMT First Drive Review

What is it?Why would I buy it?Sporty design, interior fit and finish, loaded with features and light controls.Why would I avoid it?Inconsistent ride quality, no top-end automatic on offer.What is it?The Hyundai i10 has been around for over 12 years, and over the course of time, it has received various...

Sep 11, 2025

Renault Kwid RXT (O) 1.0 Easy-R AMT Long Term Review Report 4: Highway experience

Chugging alongThat’s my two words of the day/month/year to describe what it has been like with the Renault Kwid, these last few months. As bland as it sounds, it is not a bad thing at all as that is what is expected of an economy city car- maximum reliability with...

Sep 11, 2025