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  Kia Seltos Rs. 11.13 - 20.51 Lakh   Ex-Showroom price, Mumbai petrol 1482cc turbo  Positives: This silent engine does not sound rough, even when driving at 120kmph. It has got good pulling power, which helps with overtaking both in cities and on highways. Despite being powerful, the ARAI-claimed mileage is an impressive 17.9kmpl. The SUV is stable even at speeds of up to 120kmph and doesn't feel like a huge car to drive. The iMT version makes driving a manual gearbox very convenient. Even in the iMT version, overtaking doesn't feel unnerving as long as the engine is over 1,500rpm. The gear lever in the iMT has a smooth shifting action, requiring very little effort. The Seltos gets hill-start assist as standard. This feature prevents the car from rolling backward on an up-hill slope. Negatives: There's a lack of good response from this engine at low speeds. The first gear in the iMT version sometimes feels jerky and rough at around 25kmph. The ride quality feels sli...

  Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder Rs. 11.34 - 20.19 Lakh   Ex-Showroom price, Mumbai     2WD Hyryder (Electric+petrol) 1490cc Positives: The 91bhp/122Nm three-cylinder petrol engine works alongside a 79bhp/141Nm electric motor using a lithium-ion battery and an eCVT transmission. The hybrid Urban Cruiser Hyryder pulls smoothly from a standstill, thanks to the EV mode. The instant response is appreciated when performing quick overtakes at city speeds or when pulling away from traffic at highway speeds.  It returned 17.7kmpl in the city and an impressive 27.38kmpl on the highway in our fuel efficiency tests. There is a smooth transition of power between petrol and electric modes, delivering an effortless driving experience. It has adequate overtaking capabilities which are displayed in the 20-80kmph and 40-100kmph roll-on accelerations that took 7.55 and 9.21 sec respectively. Negatives: The acceleration test of 0-100kmph takes 12.4 sec, it does not have the out...

Tata Curvv Rs. 10.00 - 19.52 Lakh  Ex-Showroom price, Mumbai Positives:  It is a 116bhp/260Nm 1.5-litre diesel Kryojet engine with a six-speed manual or seven-speed DCA gearbox with paddle shifters. There are drive modes like Eco, City, and Sports. This diesel engine surprisingly starts up in Sports mode and there’s adequate low-end torque which eases city driving necessities. The gears are held on for longer before shifting, resulting in improved engine response. Performance from this engine is effortless as you hit triple-digit speeds quicker than you realise. The Level-2 ADAS functions work well and inspire confidence especially when you miss spotting a tricky situation. The Curvv leans markedly lesser than the Curvv EV when driven fast on curvy roads. Maneuvering this SUV is simple due to the light and reasonably quick steering wheel. Despite the large 18-inch wheels, its ride quality is rather absorbent, even over broken roads. Negatives:  The gears don't shift as sm...

  Maruti Suzuki  Fronx Right Front Three Quarter Rs. 7.52 - 13.04 Lakh   Ex-Showroom price, Mumbai Positives: This 998cc three-cylinder petrol produces 99bhp/147.6Nm and uses a five-speed manual or six-speed automatic (torque convertor with paddle shifters). The mid-range engine response feels especially alert partly due to the hybrid system’s electric torque assist. Maruti claims the fuel efficiency figures for the manual are 21.5kmpl and 20.01kmpl for the automatic. The clutch pedal feels light and the short gear lever shifts positively through the gears, even when shifting quickly. It has a throaty engine sound while accelerating, and the mid-range power delivery is smooth and predictable making it easy to drive. The Fronx’s ground clearance is 20mm higher than the Baleno’s making it easier to drive over broken surfaces. The comfortable ride quality is due to the suspension setup's ability to absorb bumps reasonably well. Negatives: There is a lack of engine respo...

  Mahindra BE 6 Rs. 18.90 - 26.90 Lakh  Ex-Showroom price, Mumbai The BE 6 is available with 59 and 79kWh battery packs paired with a single electric motor powering the rear wheels. The highest state of tune offered will be 281bhp and 280Nm of torque. Mahindra claims a range of 682km on a single full charge as per the MIDC cycle. Using a 175kW charger, the battery can be recharged from 20-80 per cent in 20 minutes. Mahindra BE 6 Key Specifications: 59kWh Fuel Type Electric Transmission Automatic Driving Range 557 km 79kwh Fuel Type Electric Transmission Automatic Driving Range 683 km