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6 Features of KIA Seltos that are not available in Hyundai Creta!

The best selling compact SUVs in India, KIA Seltos and next-gen Hyundai Creta has an intense rivalry in the country. Despite the rising completion in both of these cars, KIA Seltos is on top of the list in the most selling compact SUV. KIA Seltos is packed with plenty of features and comfort. Both SUVs were showcased in the Auto Expo 2020 where they grabbed the attention of numerous people. The new generation Hyundai Creta which was recently rolled out, is pretty much likely to leave KIA Seltos behind and regain the pole position. Let’s take a look at some of the features of KIA Seltos which next-gen Creta has missed out.

Blind-View Monitor

KIA Seltos offers the blind-view monitor, which you will not be able to witness in the new Creta. In Seltos, there’s a camera placed outside and inside that displays the outside of the car on 7-inches instrument console.

8-inch Headsup Display

Kia Seltos comes fitted with the unit display of 8 inches which displays the current speed of the vehicle and the navigational updates and directions for the driver.

1.4 L Turbo Petrol with Manual Gearbox

Both KIA Seltos and next-gen Hyundai Creta are powered by 1.4 L, 4-cylindered engine of turbo petrol. While the Seltos offers 6-speed manual and 7-speed DCT AMT gearbox. Whereas the new Creta only offers 7-speed DCT gearbox.

Front Parking Sensors

New Kia Seltos offers both front and rear parking sensors whereas the Hyundai Creta only provides rear parking sensors.

360 Parking Camera

Creta is only available with rear parking sensors which are common in top-end variants in most of the cars. Whereas KIA Seltos offers 360-degree parking rear camera, which makes it easier to drive through narrow Indian roads.

Multi-Color Ambient lightening

You'll be able to witness ambient lightning and LED mood lighting, which works in sync with the beat of the music. It offers multiple colour options which are not available in the Creta.

2020 Toyota Fortuner Epic to be launched in India : Key Features Revealed!

The Japanese carmaker has unveiled the 2020 Toyota Fortuner Epic from the market of South Africa. The SUV is available in the four variants which spread across the two trims- Standard Epic and Epic Black. Talking about the price of these two models, Standard Epic and Epic Black is priced at Rs. 6600,000 lakh to Rs. 739,100, depending on the type of spec. The new SUV has received some upgrades. Both of the trims will carry tow bar and nudge bar. The features of the car will include dual-tone design with the black roof along with the roof rails. You will also be able to witness 18 inches alloys in the car.

The exclusive feature of the 2020 Toyota Fortuner Epic includes black side-view mirrors; The; The customers will get the colour options to choose from namely, Glacier White, Graphite Grey, Chromium Silver, and Avant-Garde bronze. Talking about the interior of the car, it has also been updated with the carpet named epic and metal scuff plates. The list of the features also include smart entry and push start, touchscreen infotainment system with smartphone connectivity and much more. The list goes on with the TFT multi-information display, cruise control, dual-zone climate control, power adjustable driver seat, power back door and blue optitron instrumentation.

Talking about the safety features of the 2020 Toyota Fortuner Epic, it offers the same set of equipment as the existing model. The SUV will offer multiple airbags, ABS (Ant-Lock Braking System), hiss start assists, brake assist, traction control and electric brake force distribution. We can expect the SUV to hit the showrooms of India sometime is this year. Once, the car launches in India, it’s very much likely to make vast impact in the market just like its existing version.

Next-Gen Maruti Alto 800 to be launch in 2021: Details Out!

It was reported earlier that Maruti Suzuki is gearing up to roll out two all-new entry-level hatchbacks that re going to be priced under Rs. 5 lakh. As per the latest media reports, the model will be replacing the old aging Alto and Celerio. We can expect the launch of next-generation hatchback to take place in 2021. The new hatchback is very much likely to feature a crossover-ish style along with the SUV like design highlights. Next-Gen Maruti Alto 800 is going to come up with tons of features.

In terms of safety, the hatchback is going to meet the new security and crash test norms. It will come equipped with airbags in the front, seat belt reminder, rear parking sensors, speed alert, and ISOFIX child seat anchors. Talking about how new model of Alto is going to appear like, as seen in images, it's entirely changed. The overall appearance of the hatchback seems pretty impressive. It has received some modern design with different color schemes along with the highlighted stripes. The top-spec variant of the Next-Gen Maruti Alto 800 will feature the touchscreen infotainment system with Apple car play and android auto connectivity feature.

Once it launches, it will lock horns against Renault KWID Facelift. The new model of the Next-Gen Maruti Alto 800 will be based on the platform of Heartect, which is also going to underpin the new S-press and the WagonR hatchback. Powering the engine, it will offer 797cc, three cylindered naturally aspirated engines of petrol. The engine is capable enough to produce 48 BHP of power and the peak torque of 69 NM. The company will also continue to offer a CNG variant of the car. The transmission duties will be done by 5 speed automatic and 5-speed manual gearbox.

4 New Jeep 7-Seater SUVs to be launch in 2021!

Recent media reports suggest that American auto carmaker Jeep is ready to gear up to roll out four new SUVs. These SUVs will be available as 7-seater. It is being said that the company is working on four new jeep 7-seater SUVs which are set to be introduced somewhere in 2021. One of them will be 7-seater new-generation Jeep Grand Cherokee, which we have already spied while it was out for the test. Another one will be a 7-seater SUV which is codenamed Low-D for the developing marketers.

7-seater Jeep Grand Cherokee will be based on the platform of Alfa Romeo Giorgio. Powering the engine, it will offer 3.0 L inline 6-cylinder and hybrid system which will be very light in weight. A turbo-diesel variant and a plug-in hybrid will also make its way to join the lineup of the engine. Jeep is also readying to introduce next-gen 7-seater Wagoneer SUV which will lock horns against GMC Yukon and Ford Expedition in the USA. It has been reported that the company will also launch more luxurious Grand Wagoneer, which will be challenging Range Rover. The 7-seater variant of the Jeep Grand Cherokee will lock horns against Ford Explorer and Toyota Highlander.

It seems like four new jeep 7-seater SUV is all ready to dominate and conquer its competition. The affordable 7-seater SUV will be based on the Jeep Compass platform in order to target developing nations. This model of the Jeep will be launched in the market of India and Brazil as well. In India, the SUV will be a direct rival to Ford Endeavour, Toyota Fortuner, Honda CR-V, and VW Tiguan Allspace. It is very much likely to lock horns against other cars as well. It looks like Jeep is going to make a vast impact in Automobile industry in 2021.

Tata Nexon XZ+ (S) launched with the sunroof: Details Revealed!

Tata Motors has recently launched the ZS+ (S) version in the Nexon Compact SUV which is priced at around Rs 10.10 lakh. The car was launched silently by the company. It has been increased to Rs. 11.60 lakh for the diesel variant. The pricing makes the ZX+ (S) more expensive around 60,000 as compared to the XZ+ trim. It will come equipped with the sunroof, which is great news for the people who are willing to buy Tata Nexon XZ+ (S).

It will also receive several connected features such as remote vehicle control, geo-fencing, live vehicle diagnostic, trip analytics, valet mode and IRA application will also be a part of the package. The sunroof is one of the most sought features after the customers in recent times all across different segments, and Tata doesn't wish to miss any of them. The sub-4 meter SUV debuted in India back in 2017. Back then, it was a huge hit for the company. Tata Nexon XZ+ (S) will be a direct rival to the Ford Ecosport, Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza, Mahindra XUV 300, Hyundai Venue, and Honda WR-V.

Powering Tata Nexon XZ+ (S), it will offer 1.2 L turbocharged Revotron Petrol and 1.5 L turbo Revetorq engines of diesel. With the additional power in BS6, the engine is capable enough to produce 120 PS and the torque of 170 NM. On the other side, a unit of diesel can kick out 110 PS and the torque of 260 Nm respectively. Both of them are paired with the 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission. The price of the car is also affordable, considering the features and engines provided with the car. In the coming years, Tata has so much more of offer with its new launches. Till then, let's wait and see what more it has to offer.

BS6 Maruti Suzuki Celerio X Launched in India: Price Revealed!

After rolling out BS6 Maruti Suzuki Celerio, the company, the company has now introduced BS6 compliant Celerio X in the country. The hatchback will be offered in these trims- VXI, VXI (O), ZXI, and ZXI (O) and much more. There is a total of 8 trims which will be priced between Rs. 4.90 lakh to Rs 5.67 lakh. The car will come equipped with a lot of features and received various changes in both exterior and exterior.

Powering BS6 Maruti Suzuki Celerio X, it will be BS6 compliant 1.0 L, cylinder engine of petrol. The engine is capable enough to deliver the power of 66 bhp and the peak torque of 90nm at 6,000 rpm. The duties of transmission will be done by r speed AMT and 5-speed manual gearbox. Talking about the dimensions of the car, it is slightly longer and wider than the previous model. Several changes have been made to the car, which now makes it look different. It has received a circular fog lamp, dual bumper, all-new blacked-out B-pillar, outside rearview mirrors, alloy wheels, and skid plates. It will also come up with the black roof rails, which enhances its appearance more.

Under the hood BS6, Maruti Suzuki Clerio X has received an all-black interior scheme along with the white accents to make it look sportier. Orange splashes can also be spotted on the trims of the black seat. Talking about the safety features, it will offer dual airbags in front, rear parking sensors, ABS with EBD, and speed belt alert. You will also be able to witness speed alert, which comes as the standard feature in the car. It will also offer a 7-inch smart play 2.0 touchscreen infotainment system with smartphone connectivity. Basically, it'll be rugged-looking hatchback which looks very well-built.