Despite its sub-4m footprint, the Gravite offers impressive cabin space, three usable rows, and practical storage solutions making it ideal for budget-conscious families, says Somnath Chatterjee.
The Renault Triber's USP remains its exceptional interior space and seven-seater capability, a combination rarely found in the 7 lakh to 10 lakh on-road price bracket in India.
Renault, which had a market share of just over two per cent in the country last year, forayed in MPV segment on Apr 9 this year after launching 'Lodgy'.
Renault to launch MPV Lodgy to boost sale in India
Nissan is targeting annual domestic sales and exports of 100,000 units each by financial year 2026-27.
It is likely to be priced between Rs 8 and Rs 12 lakh
The Lodgy feels easy to drive, more like a sedan than an MPV.
The Renault Lodgy is being launched at 12 noon today, and don't miss the webcast!
Rajesh Karkera test-drives the Renault Triber AMT, a 7-seater for the easy rider in you.
Renault and M&M had planned to bring the seven-seater MPV through their JV under which the French company's mid-sized sedan 'Logan' is manufactured and sold in India. The MPV was displayed at the Auto Expo held earlier this year.
Since the beginning of its sales in India, French MPV Renault Lodgy has always faced stiff competition from Toyota Innova as the ultimate people's mover.
The company, which unveiled its compact multi-purpose vehicle Triber in India, is bringing the MPV only in petrol engine option as part of the strategy even as it prepares to introduce electric vehicles in the near future.
In terms of ride quality, the Lodgy is just brilliant.
Scores 0 on front seat protection and 2 stars for rear seat child occupant protection
The fuel efficiency of the Lodgy 110 PS stands at 19.98 km/litre.
The vehicle will compete with the likes of Toyota's Innova, Maruti's Ertiga.
Renault Kwid is also the longest of the lot and at 3680mm length, the vehicle may turn out to be the most spacious in its segment.
Renault Kwid is a good entry-level car for Indian roads.
the two segments would be able to push the company's market share in India to over 5 per cent in the next three years.
The new car, which would come in four variants and two options, is priced between Rs 2.57 lakh and Rs 3.53 lakh.
Shedding their boring boxy structure, the MUVs of today are not only offered with their prime USP of space, but also offer amazing exteriors and feature-filled interiors.
Automakers are betting big on utility vehicles as buyers will soon graduate from small cars to premium ones.
The list includes compact SUV, mini SUV, premium hatchback and premium MPV.
The only reason why the Marazzo interests you is because your budget doesn't afford you the better MPV, the Toyota Innova and that's where Mahindra has played the masterstroke, the price, it fits right between the Ertiga and Innova and if you want an MPV in this price bracket, the Marazzo is just unbeatable.
Be it in terms of looks, features or safety, the Indian auto market is growing up
The new Scorpio came after a gap of 24 months since its last launch, during which the competition launched a slew of products.
2015 will witness exciting new car launches that will prompt you to buy at one of them.
It plans to increase India sales by a tenth, helped largely by launches next year
The first major pricing error was made by market leader Maruti Suzuki when it launched its first crossover the S Cross
Rajesh Alva/Rediff.com reveals the good, bad and ugly of the latest MPV from the Mahindra stable.
Audi India launched the second generation 2016 Audi R8 at the show.
Marazzo, The Innova Crysta competitor
Currently, Maruti Suzuki has 14 car brands, but it has decided to expand into some new segments.
Whether it is protecting its turf in its core utility vehicle segment through new model launches, or stepping up investment in electric vehicles, the Anand Mahindra-led firm is leaving nothing to chance
Toyota Motor Corp is betting on pricier premium models offering better safety and quality.
Maruti is trying to move up the segment by focusing on premium cars, SUVs and even trucks.
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