BMW X5 30d First Drive Review

What is it?Why will I buy it?Spacious and comfortable, powerful diesel motor with sorted dynamicsWhy will I avoid it?Rather high asking priceBMW rightfully believes that its success with the X5 and the Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) segment, since 1999, has everything to do with the evolution of its latest X5,...

Sep 11, 2025

Maruti Suzuki Ertiga Review: Pros and Cons

IntroductionThe new Ertiga is a huge step forward over the older car and there are a lot of reasons to go for this Maruti Suzuki MPV. Is it perfect? None of the cars ever are. So we are going list seven reasons to buy the Ertiga and three to avoid...

Sep 11, 2025

MG Hector vs Tata Harrier Diesel MT Comparison Test Review

IntroductionThe Tata Harrier SUV had been the talk of the town for quite some time. After all, its OMEGA Arc platform is derived from Land Rover’s D8 architecture that also underpins many Range Rover models. Interestingly, the Harrier managed to deliver what was expected in terms of design, space, features,...

Sep 11, 2025

Toyota Innova Crysta Review: Pros and Cons

IntroductionThe Innova Crysta. It’s a case study in itself. It’s such a successful MPV that all and sundry - from Mahindra Marazzo to the Ertiga – have tried to replicate it. But, every time they think about upping the price, they fear rejection.Not Toyota. In its second generation, the Innova...

Sep 11, 2025

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R 1.2 ZXI AMT Long Term Report 4: Wrap up

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Long Term Report 4After three delightful months, it is now time to say goodbye to the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R. So before the blue-eyed boy bids us farewell, let us take a look at all the things which impressed us and things that could have been...

Sep 11, 2025

Renault Triber First Drive Review

Why I would buy it?Space utilisationPractical cabinPriceFeatures Why I would avoid it?Plastic quality not the bestNo boot space with third row in placeWhat is it?Let me begin by stating, the third row on the Renault Triber is actually pretty usable. Yes, you need to play around a little with the...

Sep 11, 2025

Mahindra XUV300 Review: Pros and Cons

IntroductionThis, the Mahindra XUV300 is generally referred to as the baby XUV500. But, as we see it, this Tata Nexon and Vitara Brezza competitor, is more than just that. In the most basic sense, it is a shortened and Indian-ised version of the Ssangyong Tivoli. Which is good, because the...

Sep 11, 2025

BMW 730Ld DPE Signature First Drive Review

What is it?Why will I buy it?Potent diesel engine, incredible seat comfort, impressive driving dynamicsWhy will I avoid it?You get more character with the Mercedes-Benz S-ClassThis facelifted BMW 7 Series went on sale in the Indian market two months ago. Of course, the obvious question to answer is what's new...

Sep 11, 2025

Volkswagen Ameo Highline TDI Long Term Report 3: Wrap Up

Long Term Report 3Last month proved to be an action-packed one for our Volkswagen Ameo. After restricting the compact sedan to city runabouts since it joined our long term crew, we were planning a long drive in the Ameo to see its highway manners and how the Volkswagen performs when...

Sep 11, 2025

Jeep Compass Review: Pros and Cons

IntroductionThe Jeep Compass has had a free run for a while. The lack of any serious competition meant it took off like a shaken champagne bottle’s cork at launch. And even now, the sales are pretty handsome.But the Tata Harrier is here, and so is the MG Hector. Which means,...

Sep 11, 2025

Datsun GO and GO+ CVT First Drive Review

What are they?Why I would buy them: CVT, space and practicality Why I would avoid them: lack of premium feel, low torqueThese cars that you see in photos are the automatic versions of the GO and GO+ hatchbacks. The gearbox is a CVT (continuously variable transmission) which is a first...

Sep 11, 2025

Kia Seltos HTX Plus 1.5 Diesel First Drive Review

What is it?Why will I buy it?Premium feature-rich interior, roomy and comfortable cabin, a refined diesel engine.Why will I avoid it?Inconsistent ride quality may not appeal to everyone’s liking. The first time is always special, they say. They also say that the first impression is the last impression.  So, here we...

Sep 11, 2025

Ford Endeavour Review: Pros and Cons

IntroductionIt's big and burly, it’s got a massive engine and it’s as American as it can get. I think you’ll have a fair idea of what I’m talking about. If you thought it's the Ford Endeavour, then you thought right.The Ford Endeavour has just got a facelift and a bunch of...

Sep 11, 2025

Maruti Suzuki S-Presso First Drive Review

What is it?Why I would buy it?Space utilisation, light controls, ride qualityWhy I would avoid it?Oddball design, fails to justify the price premiumThis is the S-Presso. It is Maruti Suzuki’s take on a mini-SUV. And it competes against the car that pioneered this class, the Renault Kwid. But, the S-Presso...

Sep 11, 2025

Ford Aspire Titanium Plus 1.5 TDCi Long Term Review: Introduction

It's been a whileThe last time we had a Ford in the CarWale long-term garage was way back in 2017 and now nearly two years on, it feels great to welcome back a member of the blue oval to our family parking. The Aspire has been around for a bit...

Sep 11, 2025