The model has also claimed the position as the third most sold SUV in the country. Since its launch, Mahindra Bolero had managed to hold on to the position of India’s highest selling SUV for 10 consecutive years.

Apart from being a popular model by Mahindra, which is eminent from the 2 million followers on their Facebook page, the model is also a favourite among the paramilitary forces.

The launch of the Bolero Power+ has also lead to a steady growth of the brand, in spite of several new launches in the market.

Vijay Ram Nakra, M&M Chief of Sales & Marketing of Automotive Division announced the news to the press, stating that Bolero has regained its position in the list of top 10 passenger vehicles in India, which he sees as a validation from the brand’s loyal customers.

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Toyota India launched their latest, the 2018 Camry Hybrid, without much of a hoopla. Priced at Rs. 37.22 lakh (ex-showroom), the updated model gets a few tweaks in the interior while the exterior and the drivetrain remain identical to its previous model.

With a 2.5 – litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine under the hood, it makes 160hp at 5,750rpm and 213Nm of torque at 4,500rpm. As a Hybrid sedan, it has another motor – a 650V electric motor which produces a peak power of 141bhp. Even though the engine is the same as the one in its older model, the Japanese manufacturer claims it to be more fuel efficient offering a mileage of 19.16kpl.

The Camry’s interior gets a brand new tan coloured upholstery and faux wood trim on the dashboard, steering wheel, armrests and centre console. A 3-spoke multifunction steering wheel sits on the dashboard as opposed to the old 4-spoke unit. Some of the other luxurious features that the Camry can boast of are, head-up display, wireless charging pad, 3-zone automatic climate control, power reclining rear seats with collapsible headrest and ventilated front seats.

With an untouched exterior, it comes with the same chrome grille with automatic LED headlamps and the front bumper flaunts a large air dam with circular LED fog lamps and triangular turn signals on either side.

On the safety front, the 2018 Camry Hybrid comes equipped with a host of features – 9 airbags, ABS, EBD, vehicle stability control, hill start assist, electronically controlled brake system (ECB) and ISOFIX child safety seat mounting points among others.

The 2018 Camry Hybrid will give a tough competition to the likes of Honda Accord Hybrid in the Indian automobile market.

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How Robust? : The new compact sized 2.9-litre bi-turbo engine successfully competes with the 4.2-litre V8 engine that inhabits its forerunner’s (A5 and S5) hoods, yet dishes out, the same power and torque (450hp delivering 600Nm). Audi also claims a 17 percent spike in fuel efficiency that brings up the Coupé’s mileage up to 10.8kmpl.

What’s the Gallop Speed? : The new Audi RS5 Coupé boasts the power to spring from 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds and is capable of a top speed of 250 km/h. Raw statistics show that it proudly upholds its predecessor’s repute of exhibiting brute force.

Is it a Beaut? : A three-spoke, flat bottom, multifunctional steering wheel sits magnificently on the Coupé’s impressive dashboard. The sporty front seats come with the option of exquisite Nappa leather and are electronically adjustable, complete with memory and massage function for the driver. The carbon fibre rooftop shaves off a cool 60kgs off the Coupé’s total weight. A few honourable mentions in the extensive list of features that the Audi RS5 offers are – three-zone air-conditioning, Alcantara leather upholstery, matrix LED headlights, aluminium finished pedals and a sunroof with a panoramic view.

What’s the damage?: For a cool 1.29 crore (on road price), you can own the coolest toy in town. One of the many reasons the Audi RS5 Coupé will prove a worthy adversary to the likes of Mercedes AMG C63 and BMW M4 in the Indian automobile market.

“The all-new Audi RS5 Coupé combines the performance of a sports car and the comfort of a sedan which makes it a desirable machine for our customers and enthusiasts who are smart yet adventurous and want to make an incomparable style statement,” said Rahil Ansari, Head Audi India.

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The GLS 400 features a V6 petrol engine that delivers 333 bhp and 480 Nm of torque. With the GLS Grand Edition, Mercedes-Benz continues to raise the bar and offer best in class performance, premium luxury, cutting-edge technology, and plush interiors, which are inspired by the flagship luxury sedan–the S-Class.

Mercedes- Benz GLS Grand Edition Exterior

The GLS Grand Edition gets LED headlamps with surrounding black rings which offer higher visibility. It comes fitted with 20-inch, 10-spoke light alloy wheels, painted in Black and having a high-sheen finish, to ensure a stylish appearance. The exterior identification and also has chrome fins on the bonnet that adds a lot of character to the big SUV. The enhanced fog lamp function highlights the outer half of the carriageway more effectively while reducing the glare due to light reflected by the fog.

Mercedes-Benz GLS Grand Edition Interior

In addition to the features available on the standard GLS, the Grand Edition gets a redesigned instrument panel with semi-integrated colour Media Display and rear seat entertainment system comprising of two 7″ HD screens with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay functionality as standard. On the standard GLS, the rear seat entertainment system is an optional feature. The interior of the GLS conveys the trademark feel-good atmosphere of the Mercedes-Benz brand. In terms of storage space, the GLS provides a volume of 680 to 2300 litres of boot space.

Mercedes- Benz GLS Grand Edition Specification

The GLS Grand Edition retains the same engine lineup with a 3.0 litre, V6 diesel engine producing 258 hp on the GLS 350 d variant and a 3.0 litre, V6 petrol engine producing 333 hp on the GLS 400 variant.

Mercedes- Benz GLS Grand Edition color options available:

• Citrine brown metallic
• Designo diamond white bright
• Cavansite blue metallic
• Obsidian black metallic
• Iridium silver metallic
• Tenorite grey metallic

The Mercedes-Benz GLS is large, comfortable and is one of the few SUVs today that lays claim to the title of a proper seven-seater. It has a significant advantage as it is the largest car of the lot and is second to none when it comes to road presence and image. However, the competition has now moved quite a bit ahead when it comes to design and technology as both the Audi Q7 and the Volvo XC90 are now a whole generation ahead.

Mercedes Benz GLS Grand Edition Picture Gallery

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Ford Freestyle Variants

Across version of ford hatchback, freestyle is coming up with four variants trend, ambient, titanium, and titanium+. These variants are further divided into eight sections based on diesel and petrol engine options. The rugged looks, commanding stance, and sweeping straight lines, from front to rear with three-dimensional mesh, ford freestyle is likely to go the against other reputed and well-known models like Volkswagen cross polo, Hyundai i20active, and many others.

Ford Freestyle engine and specification

The engine options of CUV carries are a 1.5-litre three-cylinder diesel engine that produces 100 bhp and the new 1.2-litre Dragon series petrol engine, estimated to generate around 94 bhp. Amusingly, both the engines are obtainable with manual transmission of a 5-Speed gearbox.

Ford freestyle Exterior and Interior features

The Ford freestyle gets cladding packed bumpers along with super styling updates such as blacked out wing mirrors and roof rails. It has LED lighting in order to make it look more contemporary and different from the other hatchbacks.

Its interiors, the CUV gets all black interiors with an infotainment system that has smartphone integration in the form of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto with the company’s SYNC 3 connectivity system. The company gives the Freestyle a 6-5 inch touchscreen display for the infotainment system sourced from the EcoSport facelift this time.

Ford Freestyle colours

The price for the CUV is expected to be in between 5.5 Lakh INR to 8.5 Lakh INR.

Ford Freestyle India launch

It is said to launch in India in April 2018. India will be one of the first countries to get the test of the freestyle globally.

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Engine and Transmission:

The car will supposedly be running on 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine. The petrol engine puts out 108PS of max power and 140Nm of peak torque and will come with a choice between a six-speed manual and a seven-speed (step) CVT that will be well optimized willing to provide a mileage of almost a 17km/ltr. The car might not have a diesel variant this while.

Dimensions:

The car sometimes seems to be inspired by its expensive sibling corolla. Toyota has always been practical with its sense of designing. Yaris is shorter in length, measuring 4,425mm Compared to the competitors like the City (4,440mm) and Ciaz (4,490mm). The car too has a shorter wheelbase (2,550mm) as compared to the City (2,600mm) and Ciaz (2,650mm). However, it is wide as the Ciaz.The cabin has a lot of practical storage compartments. Dual tone dashboard and the looks and designing of it are something that sure will be able to compete with its rivals in the segment.

Safety features:

To make the drive safe and to make it an option good enough for a buyer considering safety on the ride.Yaris has been awarded five stars in ASEAN NCAP crash tests, which is very reassuring. The car is loaded with a couple of features like with a segment-first safety kit, seven airbags including a driver knee airbag, Hill-Start Assist, ABS with EBD and brake assist, disc brakes on all four corners and ISOFIX child seat anchors as standard.

Equipment List:

The car will come up with the features like projector headlamps, daytime running LEDs, a 7-inch infotainment system, tail lamps with LED graphics, auto climate control with roof-mounted rear AC vents and a powered driver’s seat.Yaris will feature some segment-first features like gesture control for the touchscreen infotainment system, a tire-pressure-monitoring system, 60:40 rear seat split, adjustable three-neck restraints for the rear seat and front parking sensors.These features will be available on the top-end variant, Lower variants will have another features list.

Pricing:

The expected price segment of the car is almost 8.5 to 10 lakhs which aren’t too high for an entry into the C segment and that too when you are willing to compete with some of the best selling cars of the segment like the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz, Hyundai Verna or even the legendary Honda City.

The car will be offered in 7 colors: Pearl White, Silver, Grey, Black, Super White, Blue (Dark or Light) and Brown.The car so far on paper seems to be offering a lot for the price it will be available for and is at par to be competing with its rivals. Be that looks or performance, the car is ready for the competition but we can only speak well about it only once after its launch.

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The roof can be put down in a time less than 20 seconds and can easily be pulled back up in a bit more than 20 seconds even at the speeds of almost a 50 kmph. The convertible roof of the car has a toll on its boot space in the sense that it trims down its volume by 73 litres.

The volume of the boot space on the convertible edition goes up to 251 litres in number. The car itself is 10 mm longer when it comes to comparing the dimension of the two variants. Something that remains unchanged in the two variants is the water wading capacity which goes to 500mm.

For the price you pay and the model you get, what comes along are all its luxuries. The car flaunts its luxurious features like the 360-degree camera, cruise control, rear parking sensors, 12-way electrically adjustable front seats, 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system, rain sensing wipers and a lot more.

The car packs in power with its 2.0-litre Si4 engine that runs on petrol creating a total power of 241PS. The variant possesses a nine-speed automatic transmission. With four-wheel drive, the car is pretty quick in gaining speeds when it comes to an SUV (0-100 in 8.1s ). Also to aid the driving the car packs in features like the ABS, traction control and roll stability control as well. With all the power and weight of the SUV, the car tops out at the speed of almost 220kmph. To make the ride safer while one goes off-road Range Rover ads in the tyre pressure monitoring system.

Now if you ask whether you should buy this ride, It would be a definite yes. With the quality of a Range Rover and the luxuries of an SUV, this car has to offer what others might not. The choice and freedom to enjoy the blue skies when you wish to, while you relax in the luxuries of an SUV. And when it’s a Range Rover you can be sure of turning a lot of heads while you drive this ride through the town.

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The Mustang V8 will have a power increase to 460 HP and 420 lb.-ft of torque.
Some Technical Specifications of Ford Mustang Fastback V8

The Mustang Fastback V8 is a Sedan with a seating capacity of 4 people. The petrol vehicle will be providing 10 km/litre mileage in the city and 13 km/litre at the highways. The vehicle will have six gears and the engine will be located in the front. It will be attributed with front and rear ventilated disc brakes. From the point of safety, the Mustang Fastback V8 will have 8 airbags, which will include driver frontal and airbags, front passenger frontal and side airbags, curtain airbags, drive side airbag and driver curtain airbag. Child safety locks will also be provided. To provide parking assistance, the vehicle will have front and back sensors with a camera.

From the perspective of comfort, the vehicle will have an audio system, navigation system, and ventilation system, rain sensing wipers, automatic headlamps, cruise control, AC vents and many more features.

There is no comparison to Ford Mustang, foreign or domestic. The top models of Mustang are listed below.

1.1965 Mustang

The 1964-65 was the initial production year of the Mustang. 121,000 cars were produced that year which were not very fast or even good-looking.

2.1967 Mustang Fastback

In this year the car was redesigned and many design features started with this model. The model was available in three different styles of body: a fastback, a coupe and a convertible.

3.1987 Mustang GT

The 1987 Mustang GT was one of the most terrible-designed cars that was designed by the American car makers. Though the appearance was not that great, still the car was a hit.

4.1994 Ford Mustang

The 1994 Ford Mustang was a very important year as the total appearance and the feel of the car was redesigned. It bore a resemblance to the original model. The hatchback model was discontinued. The convertible with the removable top too made its appearance.

5.2007 Ford Mustang Shelby GT 500

Ford Mustang Shelby GT 500 was a powerful model of the fifth generation. Finally a Mustang that was comfortable and quick was introduced with five hundred horsepower, enhanced performance and lots of luxuries. There is no doubt that this specific model (Mustang Shelby GT 500) still remains in high demand.

Ford Mustang Fastback V8 is rightly said to be “thrill on the wheel”. It gives a thrilling experience while on the ride along with comfort and speed.

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Many of the youth feel that luxury is not just supposed to reflect wealth but also should mirror comfort or leisure. And this is what brands have decided to use to their advantage, from watches to mobile phone; they have agreed to expand their market. Take, for example, Mercedes in India traditionally targeted the older and affluent statistic, but since the perception of luxury and their ability to purchase it has changed for the masses, Mercedes decided not overlook this young but growing, target group.

With luxury being combined with our love for cars, there has been a constant increase in demand for them in the market. And this is where I step in to tell you about the best cars up to 25 lakh in the market currently.

1. Volkswagen GTI: The GTI has a sturdy build and reinforced engine, as can be expected from any Volkswagen. It combines power with technology to ensure that your drive is pleasurable. It has a “Sport mode” that turns the GTI into a quick blur for those who are looking for the extra high as if the ride wasn’t enough.
Price- 19.9 lakh approximately

2. Skoda Octavia: A strong, chiseled aesthetic combined with an equally pleasing interior makes the Octavia a stunning drive. Its 2.0 TDI Diesel engine with Manual 6 speed fully synchronized, delivers a power of 105.00 kW and torque of 350 Nm makes it high on fuel efficiency and low on emissions.
Price- 15.7 lakh approximately

3. Chevrolet Cruze: Having been loaded with a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine, the VCDi engine develops 166 bhp of power and 380 Nm of torque that drives the front wheels. The Cruze boasts of new LED DRLs, chrome horizontal slats and a new projector fog lamp on the exterior and an equally stunning interior that includes MyLink infotainment system, a rear vision camera, and a seven-inch touchscreen.
Price- 13.7 lakh approximately

4 Hyundai Elantra: The all-new Elantra is designed to deliver a world-class experience, with optimized technology, a sporty chassis structure, and fuel-efficient engine. The Nu 2.0 MPi petrol engine is capable of a maximum 152 PS at 6,200 rpm and 19.6 Nm torque at 4,000 rpm.
Price- 12.9 approximately

5. Honda WR-V: The WR-V has a 1.5L i-DTEC diesel engine which has a fuel efficiency of 25.5 km/l in its diesel variant and a maximum power of 100 PS. It runs on a low friction technology that makes the ride smoother. The exterior is a head-turner, with the stance of a masculine roadster and the interior has an on-board satellite-linked navigation that makes it easier to navigate.
Price- 7.8 lakh approximately

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Here is a list of torque cars that you have to take a look at if you want to chase after an adrenaline rush. Torque is the measure of the power of a machine, the number of rotations that the car’s axle makes.

1. Honda Amaze: The lightest Honda to get a 1500cc Earth Dreams Engine, which is a set of technology that enhances driving performance and fuel efficiency at a high level, has a torque of 109 to 120 Nm. With an attractive car interior and an interactive interface, this car is undoubtedly an impressive ride.

2. Volkswagen Vento: With a torque of 153 to 250 Nm, Vento offers a luxurious ride. This car is the best representation of German engineering, from its sleek exterior to an interior that exudes elegance with every trip. Its advanced technology works seamlessly to make your drive precious and effortless.

3. Ford Figo Aspire: In addition to an all-new petrol engine that produces 112 Nm of torque, this car is a perfect combination of dynamism and luxury at your feet. It is packed with the latest smart features that keep you connected to your loved ones. The 1.2l Ti-VCT petrol engine offers a power-packed performance you can rely on, without compromising on fuel efficiency.

4. Skoda Rapid: It is lighter than the Vento and therefore has a better torque to weight ratio as well. A torque of 153 to 250 Nm in its petrol and diesel variant; an impressive fuel economy of 14.84 km/l give you the best of both worlds. It delivers 105 PS of power and a peak torque of 153 Nm. This car is a combination of performance and style.

5. Ford Figo: This car has a sporty exterior and a smart interior making it a combination of style and substance. Figo has a torque of 112 to 215 Nm and an engine capacity of 1499 cc. It delivers a mileage of 18.16 km/l and 25.83 km/l for the 1.2-litre petrol and 1.5-litre diesel, respectively. An excellent robust engine delivers excellent torque, power, and good fuel efficiency.

6. Hyundai Verna: The Verna is one of the world’s most loved sedans, with the 1.6L Gamma Dual VTVT Petrol engine and 1.6L U2 CRDi diesel engine that is built for optimum fuel efficiency. It generates a power of 123 PS and 128 PS respectively. Verna has a torque of 151 to 260 Nm in its petrol and diesel versions.

7. Volkswagen Polo GT TDI: With a surprisingly commanding torque of 250 Nm in its diesel version, Polo GT is a mix of unbelievable performance and edgy design, meant to give you a world-class experience. It has an added Cruise Control feature that allows the driver to maintain a steady speed without any extra effort. It delivers a power of 110 PS to give a mileage of 19.91 km/l.

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