Hyundai Aura 1.2L Petrol and Diesel First Drive Review

What is it?Why would I buy it?Good interior fit and finish, loaded with features and light controls.Why would I avoid it?Unappealing design, no top-spec AT or turbo petrol ATWith redemption in its mind, this is the all-new Hyundai Aura. It essentially is the second-generation Xcent, but gets an all-new nameplate....

Sep 11, 2025

Honda Amaze V CVT Diesel Long Term Report 3

Honda Amaze V CVT Diesel Long Term Report 3Let me mention from the onset, that the Honda Amaze has been one of my most favourite long termers. Like I mentioned in the previous reports, it is spacious, extremely fuel efficient and along with that CVT transmission, it is the easiest...

Sep 11, 2025

Volkswagen Polo GT TDI Review: Pros and Cons

IntroductionThe Volkswagen Polo has been an eminent face in the premium hatchback segment of the Indian car market for a decade now. In that time it has gone through a steady stream of updates with the car you see in the pictures being the latest round. While these are significant...

Sep 11, 2025

Jeep Compass Diesel Automatic First Drive Review

What is it?Why should I buy it?Ease and convenience of automatic gearbox, BS6 diesel engineWhy should I avoid it?Gearbox is inconsistent and slow at times What is it?It’s been more than two years since the Jeep Compass has marked its entry into the Indian market. It was offered with three...

Sep 11, 2025

Jaguar XE P250 First Drive Review

What is it?Jaguar introduced the updated XE sedan in India last December. A mid-life update for the smallest sedan in the British carmaker’s line-up gets some comprehensive changes in terms of styling, added features and equipment along with BS6 compliant engine options of the Ingenium family. What we are driving...

Sep 11, 2025

Maruti Suzuki S-Presso Long Term Report: Introduction

Maruti Suzuki S-Presso Long Term: IntroductionChiclet – is what Santosh has named the newest member in our CarWale long-term garage, the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso. Now, I know not what the word exactly means, but the sound of it does resemble what the S-Presso actually is. Maruti likes to call it...

Sep 11, 2025

Toyota Glanza Review: Pros and Cons

IntroductionRebadging isn’t a new concept and happens all over the world and especially in the world of cars. This here is the Toyota Glanza and I’m sure you can notice the similarities to the Baleno, which is also made on the same assembly line. So why should you consider the...

Sep 11, 2025

Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Road Test

IntroductionThe legacy of the Hyundai i10 continues to this date through its third-generation model; the Grand i10 Nios. And, in case you were wondering, yes, the second-generation Grand i10 will continue to sell alongside, albeit at a lower price point. In short, this iteration runs a tweaked platform with new...

Sep 11, 2025

Range Rover Evoque First Drive Review

What is it?Why I would buy it? Style statement, overall performance, true off-road heritage Why I would avoid it? Firm low-speed ride, rear seat comfortWhat is it?My last stint with the previous-gen Evoque is still fresh in my mind. Very few SUVs packed such stunning road presence and aura...

Sep 11, 2025

Renault Kwid Review: Pros and Cons

IntroductionThe Renault Kwid will always hold a special place in our motoring lore as the car that brought the SUV body style to the entry-level buyer. With its cutesy larger than life looks, it marked Renault’s entry into the competitive A and A+ segments of the Indian car market.Well, that...

Sep 11, 2025

Toyota Vellfire First Drive Review

What is it?Why I would buy it?Luxurious, spacious and comfortable cabin, Toyota reliabilityWhy I would avoid it?Intended price-point, lacks snob valueWe have finally experienced the big daddy of MPVs; the Toyota Vellfire. One look at this enormous MPV in flesh is all it takes to make the Innova Crysta look...

Sep 11, 2025

Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Diesel Review: Pros and Cons

IntroductionThe Hyundai Grand i10 was a game changer when it arrived at the end of 2013. With more legroom and features than all of its competition, it raised the bar in terms of what buyers could expect from their compact hatchbacks. Well, here we are back again six years later...

Sep 11, 2025

Kia Seltos Road Test Review

IntroductionKia's focus, commitment and how much importance the Indian market holds for it was clear when the world debut of the Seltos took place in India. The SUV achieved record bookings and in no time beat even the best-selling Hyundai Creta in its segment. So what does this high-on-demand SUV...

Sep 11, 2025

New Maruti Vitara Brezza Petrol First Drive Review

Why I would buy it?Popular compact SUVPeace of mind ownershipEasy to drive Why I would avoid it?Unexciting engine response Unexciting exterior designWhat is it?Maruti’s Vitara Brezza is a common sight on our roads thanks to the brand striking the right cord with our Indian buyers. In-line with keeping things fresh,...

Sep 11, 2025

Ford Endeavour 2.0-litre Automatic First Drive Review

What is it?Why would I buy it?Fantastic ride, torquey engine, connected features and tremendous off-road capability.Why would I avoid it?Can get noisy at higer revs, could have got more design updates.It's raining BS6 vehicles and in a bid to upgrade the emission systems, manufacturers are ending up upgrading a lot...

Sep 11, 2025