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Jayshree A.K.A as Jayz. Passionate about reading and writing blogs about cars. I have been Working for various profiles like SEO, PPC, Cataloging and more.
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Automatic transmission cars priced under INR 15 lakhs

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With the growing popularity of automatic transmission cars in India, many of the car makers are investing to launch cars with an auto transmission box. Starting with the sub compact sedans to full-fledged SUVs, car buyers of today have a wide collection of cars with automatic transmission to choose from. Here we have listed some of the top selling sedans with automatic transmission under the 15 lakh price bracket.

 

  • Maruti Suzuki Ciaz AT – India’s favourite car maker Maruti Suzuki has been able to place a strong hold in the mMaruti Suzuki Ciaz AT id segment sedan category with the launch of its Ciaz. Maruti Suzuki Ciaz is a complete package packed in with features and quite a practical option to buy. The car also gets a very effective 4 speed automatic transmission system in the mid and top of the line models, which has equipped this car to take on against its competition. Maruti Suzuki has offered the automatic transmission only in the petrol models that feature the company’s trusted 1.4 litre K 14B VVT engine that is capable of producing 91bhp power and developing 130Nm of maximum torque. This car is priced between 8.76 lakh to 10.13 lakh (ex-showroom price, Mumbai).

 

  • Ford Figo Aspire DCT – The Figo Aspire from the house of Ford proved to be the real game changer whFord Figo Aspire DCT en it was launched in India during early 2015. The Ford Figo Aspire was the first car to roll out of the new plant of Ford in Sanand, Gujarat and it came with some features that were not only new but also first in its class. Some of those features included 6 airbags and a 6 speed Dual Clutch Auto Transmission box. This transmission unit only came coupled with the powerful 1.5 litre petrol engine of Ford Figo Aspire and is capable of generating power of 110bhp with a peak torque of 136Nm. The Figo Aspire costs between 5.48 lakh to 8.91 lakh (ex-showroom, Mumbai).

 

  • Skoda Rapid DSG - Skoda Rapid is one of the oldest car models on offer in this list but that is simply becauSkoda Rapid 1.5 TDI DSGse the car comes with a very powerful and efficient automatic transmission system which is the same as Volkswagen’s tried and tested 7 speed Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG). Skoda has plans to soon launch the face lifted edition of the Rapid that comes with some cosmetic changes as well as design upgrades. Both the current edition as well as the upcoming version of Rapid comes with the 7 speed DSG that will be coupled with the car’s very popular 1.5 litre TDI engine that delivers a maximum of 104bhp power and maximum torque of 250Nm. The DSG units offer for a smooth driving experience as well as precise shifting, which makes the Rapid one of the best automatic sedans which is priced around 7.79 lakh to 11.96 lakh (ex-showroom, Mumbai).
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Has the Honda BR-V been a hit in India?

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The performance of Japanese car makers Honda’s performance in the Indian car industry has been mostly dependent on two of their cars namely Amaze and City. That is in spite of the fact that Honda has got a reasonably varied collection of cars, most of which are in the mass segment. The compact SUV segment in India is quickly growing and has the capability to change the dynamics of performance of any car manufacturer.

 

Honda is marketing the BR-V as a compact SUV. It is quite a decent car to drive. But its appearance is very MPV type more than SUV. In fact, the restyled strong front fascia with chrome details looks slightly out of place with the overall design. It also misses few important features. The BR-V is also priced a bit towards the higher side. Unveiled at the Auto Expo in February, the BR-V on road price has been placed above Honda’s Mobilio with a price that starts at INR 8.75 Lakhs. However, the BR-V appears more of an MPV than an SUV, which raises questions over its success potential in India.

 

Hond BRV
Hond BRV

In terms of design, the BR-V appears to be a mix of multiple cars from Honda including the Brio, Mobilio, Jazz and City.  The front fascia of the Honda BR-V has got an exciting look to it, while the interiors of the BR-V are quite elegant and smartly designed.  With a boot space of 691litre, the third row inside the BR-V offers decent comfortable space with the seats down and moreover. The unique thing about the BR-V cabin is the three row seats which allow seating up to 7 people, which is 2 more than its rivals, but it needs to be seen if this feature gives the BR-V an edge over its competitors. The rear seats have their own AC vents. The BR-V has both diesel and the petrol engines – a 1.6 litre 16 valve SOHC petrol engine and a 1.5 litre 16 valve DOHC diesel engine. The diesel engine comes with only a manual transmission system whereas the petrol engine has both manual as well as a CVT. The Honda BR-V has a ground clearance of 210mm along with 16 inch tyres.

 

Honda has launched its BR-V on road price at an introduction of INR 8.75 lakh. Like most other Honda cars which are priced slightly above their rivals, the BR-V is no different. The diesel variant starts at about 10 lakh going up to nearly INR 13 lakh. Whereas, it’s major rivals, the Creta and the Duster, are priced at 8.5 to 9 lakh going up to 13 lakh, you can check the on road price of it by visiting IBB also. So clearly, the BR-V has no significant advantage in terms of price, over its rivals. This might turn prospective car buyers away.

 

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Maruti Suzuki Wagon R MPV

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Suzuki Motor Corporation had unveiled an MPV (Multi Purpose Vehicle) car in Indonesia, based on its very popular Wagon R hatchback. Named the Wagon R, this car could soon be launched in the India market as a hatchback car in the already brimming segment, bringing with it many more possibilities. The platform and wheelbase for the Wagon R MPV is the identical to that of the Wagon R we all know. The only difference is extra spacious interiors and head space than the earlier Wagon R. While no official news has been heard about the launch, the Wagon R MPV India launch could possibly be slated by the end of fiscal year 2016-2017.

 

Maruti Suzuki has already imported two units of the Wagon R MPV in India for R&D purposes. One of the cars is powered by a 1,197cc, K-Series petrol engine, whereas the other car comes with a 1,248cc, DDiS diesel motor. Since this is very similar to the Wagon R hatchback, so based on the Wagon R hatchback, this MPV will be positioned above the Eeco and below the Ertiga. Mated with a five-speed manual transmission, the Swift returns an impressive mileage of 20.4kmpl.

 

 

IBB reviews say that this seven seater Maruti Suzuki Wagon R MPV is going to be considered as the third generation of the Wagon R, with its tall boy looks and equally fuel efficient engines offering great mileage. There will not be much changes from the Wagon R interiors but since this is a 7 seater, the seating style will be different though comfortable and adequate. The boot space may be a little crunched up so the last row will be folded to create more luggage space.

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Why people tend to purchase used cars rather than new ones in India?

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Of the thousands of questions that float in our minds when we think of buying a car, the simplest is whether we should buy a new car or go for a used car. Buying a new car definitely has its plus points. We get brand new car which is not used, along with it we get the latest technology on offer and the best warranty without paying extra. Brand new cars come with the latest safety mechanisms and higher fuel efficiency and lower emissions. Other than these financing a new car is more convenient than a used car and we do not have to pay extra for maintenance at least till some time. Most importantly, not much physical exertion is required while buying a new car, because most of the work is off loaded to the dealer to come up with the car specs that we want, the same is not true while buying a used car for we have to pay visits to all those sellers to inspect the car and check it before buying.

 

But in spite of all the advantages of purchasing a brand new vehicle, people in India are getting more inclined towards buying used cars. There are several reasons why they do:

 

Though interest rates on new cars tend to be low for new cars, the total price of used cars, even after slamming the interest amount, are found to be much lower than the cost of a new vehicle. The price difference between a new and used car is certainly huge.

 

The benefit of this is that people can afford a nicer model which they would probably not be able to fit in budget had it been a new one. So they can not only ride a nice car, but also at a much lower price. So buying a used car offers greater number of options to buy from.

 

All cars lose their worth in terms of value with every passing month and mile, but the major depreciation occurs right when you buy a new car. Some cars can lose up to more than 40% of their value in the first year itself. But with used cars, there is no depreciation in value.

 

Price of a new car includes various kinds of taxes like road taxes etc and other random fees, regardless of which vehicle you are buying. But buying a used car from a private seller will not involve paying such random fees.

 

So overall, purchasing a used or pre owned car definitely has its benefits. And with technology today the experience of buying a used car is totally different from what it was earlier. Starting from user reviews to know what to expect from the used car to calculating ownership costs and used car valuation, every information that might be needed ever is all available to the people, which is why they prefer buying used cars to new cars.

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New Generation Mahindra Scorpio

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The new generation of the Mahindra Scorpio is surely going to live up to the expectation of being a beauty in the form of a beast. It is has been designed to appear more lean, mean and aggressive with improved dynamics, as well as contemporary looks from the outside, along with several advanced features from the inside.

The body of the new generation Mahindra Scorpio has been fitted in a new modular ladder frame. This new platform from Mahindra comes with a new clutch system, highly performance engine, new front suspensions and Antilock Braking System (ABS). In addition to this, Mahindra and Mahindra claims that new advanced shock absorbers lead to a more comfortable riding experience along with the new cushion suspension technology for a super smooth ride. It also comes with a hydro form crush tip at front for ensuring better safety.

Externally, the new Scorpio has been endowed with new and imposing chrome grille, new LED tail lamps and dual projector head lamps with stylish LED eyebrows. The new model of the Scorpio comes with stunning 17 inch alloy wheels. The plush interiors are designed with shades of blue and grey with a dual tone dashboard and chrome AC vents. The six inch touch screen information cum entertainment system is definitely an added attraction along with the sporty looking audio controls mounted on the steering wheel. The temperature control system is fully automatic. To ensure full safety of the passengers, the new Scorpio comes with dual front airbags, ABS and a brand new feature called panic breaking, which helps to apply brakes automatically by flashing the hazard lights, in case the driver is unable to put the brakes due to some unforeseen situation.

The engine of the new Scorpio is the same as the previous model, except that it now delivers greater torque which offers better manoeuvring of the car. The turning radius has been lessened in the new Scorpio from 5.7 m to 5.4 m. Mileage offered by the Scorpio is has increased over time, as per Mahindra and Mahindra. Back in 2002 the Scorpio used to deliver 11.2 kmpl mileage. The new Scorpio is much more fuel efficient and delivers 15.37 kmpl mileage now. This is the only SUV that offers new generation transmission with six speed automatic transmission with four wheel drive option. This makes the new Mahindra Scorpio class apart from all the other cars in the same segment.
Mahindra Scorpio on road price begins from 10.76 lakh in Delhi and goes up to 17.82 lakh for the automatic transmission with four wheel drive option.

Total cost of ownership or TCO of Mahindra Scorpio comes to Rs 9.82 lakh approximately.

The new Mahindra Scorpio is the ideal SUV with four wheel drive which has fantastic performance in the city and equally great performance for highways and rugged terrains, therefore making it the best suitable SUV which offers great value for money too.

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