Celerio vs Santro: the Clash Continues

 The third generation of the Maruti Suzuki Celerio entered the Indian market in 2021. The starting price of the ongoing Celerio starts from ₹5.25 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi) and goes all the way up to ₹7 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). The ongoing Celerio is an upgraded generation with a new platform. By mentioning the new generation, it means that the Celerio received a fresh exterior and interior. 

The new Celerio also claims to be the most fuel-efficient car in India, with a rated ARAI mileage of 26kmpl. But the question remains: how does it fare against the Hyundai Santro? Let's find it out in this Maruti Suzuki Celerio and Hyundai Santro comparison. 

 

Celerio vs Santro: Size Matters

The Maruti Suzuki Celerio's dimensions measure 3695mm in length, 1655mm in width, and 1555mm in height, and it has a long wheelbase of 2435mm. The Hyundai Santro is 5mm taller than the Celerio. In addition, the Celerio has a higher ground clearance of 170mm and a bigger boot space of 313-litres. 

 

Celerio vs Santro: The Powertrain Battle

In terms of the Hyundai Santro's specifications, it has a 1.1-litre petrol engine that produces 68bhp and 99Nm of torque. The Maruti Suzuki Celerio's specifications, on the other hand, include a 1.0-litre petrol engine that unleashes 65bhp and 89Nm of torque. With these figures, the Hyundai Santro is more powerful than the Maruti Suzuki Celerio. But the Santro lags in fuel efficiency with its more powerful engine than the Celerio. Both cars get a 5-speed manual transmission and an AMT as an option.

Depending upon the engine and transmission, the Maruti Suzuki Celerio features ARAI-claimed mileage ranging between 24.97kmpl and 26.68kmpl.

On the other hand, the Hyundai Santro has an ARAI-claimed mileage of 20.3kmpl.

Amid the soaring fuel prices, patrons need as much mileage as possible from their cars, and that's where the Maruti Suzuki Celerio comes into the picture with its highest-rated mileage. 

 

Celerio vs Santro: The Money Bits

The Delhi price of the Maruti Suzuki Celerio ranges between ₹5.25 lakh (ex-showroom) and ₹7.00 lakh (ex-showroom).

On the other hand, the Hyundai Santro's price starts at ₹4.90 lakh and goes up to ₹6.42 lakh (all prices ex-showroom Delhi). 

These figures reveal that the Maruti Suzuki Celerio costs ₹35,000 more than the Hyundai Santro. But the former has higher fuel efficiency than the latter. So, the Celerio could be the most preferred hatchback among buyers despite being a bit pricier. 

For a detailed comparison, check out the Celerio vs Santro review on autoX. You may also check out the complete list of new cars in India and add them to compare under the cars section. 

Cars to Consider Under 10 Lakh

 Over the past few years, consumers' preferences have changed from sedans to compact and subcompact SUVs. The reason behind this paradigm is the benefits of owning an SUV. But this doesn't indicate that other body types are passe. To date, consumers do buy sedans, hatchbacks, etc., but their sales have relatively gone down compared to SUVs. In addition, every buyer has a budget and, more importantly, a purpose. However, if SUVs are not your only preference and you are looking for a different car body at an affordable price, below is the list of cars under 10 lakh.

 

Hyundai i20: The Hyundai i20 is one of the best hatchbacks in the country. Since its debut in India, it has been Hyundai's best-selling model.

The current generation of the i20 is the first generation to get the N-Line trim. The price of standard variants ranges between ₹7.03 lakh and ₹11.53 lakh (all prices ex-showroom, Delhi). On the other hand, the i20 N-Line's price ranges between ₹9.95 lakh and ₹12.02 lakh (all prices ex-showroom, Delhi). 

 

Maruti Baleno: The Baleno is one of Maruti Suzuki's best-selling cars under 10 lakh in India. The new generation of the Maruti Suzuki Baleno's silhouette remains unchanged, but it receives a few tweaks on its exterior and interior. The exterior gets revised headlights and taillights, and it is now feature-loaded to compete with its rivals. The Baleno has only one petrol engine on offer. The engine specifications of the Baleno include a 1.2-litre petrol engine that produces 89bhp and 113Nm of torque.

The price of the Baleno starts at ₹6.49 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) and goes up to ₹9.71 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

 

Tata Punch: It's been a few months since the launch of the sub-four-metre SUV, the Tata Punch. The Punch is one of the most feature-loaded sub-compact SUVs in its segment. 

The front fascia of the Tata Punch is more upright, which gives it a rugged SUV-like look. Under its hood, it gets a 1.2-litre petrol engine that produces 84bhp and 113Nm of torque. The Tata Punch's price starts at ₹5.82 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

 

Honda Amaze: The Honda Amaze is one of the best-selling sub-compact sedans in the country. The second generation of the Honda Amaze received a facelift last year in 2021. Since it's a facelift, it gets a few tweaks on the inside and outside, which give the car a more premium look. The Honda Amaze is the best car under 10 lakh on this list. The Honda Amaze has a starting price of ₹6.43 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). 

 

Maruti Suzuki Dzire: The Maruti Suzuki Dzire has been India's favourite sub-compact sedan for more than a decade. This vehicle is popular among private owners as well as fleet owners. The Dzire has the same engine offering as the Baleno. Additionally, the Maruti Suzuki Dzire gets a CNG variant. The price starts at ₹6.24 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). 

 

Above are a few cars that fall below 10 lakh. But if you're still scratching your head and want to explore more options, you can click on "new cars" in the car section and set your budget accordingly. For more information, stay tuned to autoX. 

Launch Alert: KTM RC 390 launched at ₹3.14 lakhs (ex-showroom, New Delhi)

 

The Austrian motorcycle manufacturer launched the complete makeover of the 2022 KTM RC 390 in India at Rs 3.14 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). The second generation of the 2022 KTM RC 390 was globally unveiled in 2021. There is a price hike of ₹35,000, but there is a significant difference compared to its predecessor. Let's check out the key highlights of the new KTM RC 390 in this latest bike news.

 

Appearance: Spruced Up Looks and Added Features

The KTM RC 390 exterior gets a new single LED headlight unit with DRLs paired with a new fairing with integrated indicators that gives it a sportier appeal. KTM's flagship sports bike also gets decals on its body inspired by KTM's MotoGP bike. The new sub-frame is now 1.5kg lighter than its predecessor. The KTM RC 390 also gets a raised handlebar by 15mm for enhanced ergonomics, but riders can lower the handlebar by 10mm. It also continues using the 43mm WP Apex inverted forks with mono-shock. The sizes of the front and rear disc brakes are 320mm and 230mm, respectively. The KTM RC 390 gets new bionic design wheels, five-spoke wheels that are lighter than the previous generation. In addition, it also gets stainless steel headers with aluminium mufflers on its tailpipe. 

In terms of comfort, it gets a thicker pillion split-seat that seems comfortable and provides a good grip in wet weather. The 2022 KTM RC 390 features a TFT (thin-film transistor) instrument cluster with auto-brightness that changes the brightness according to lighting conditions. It also supports smartphone connectivity via the KTM MY RIDE application. 

 

Performance and Handling

The 2022 KTM RC 390 engine specifications are the same as the previous generation. The 373cc liquid-cooled engine churns out 43bhp and 37Nm of torque and gets a six-speed manual transmission. The bike now has a larger airbox that helps power and torque output at all RPMs. It also has a Quickshifter+ that helps with fast gear shifts. 

The KTM RC 390 has an estimated fuel tank capacity of 13.7litres.

As per ARAI, the claimed mileage of the 2022 KTM 390 RC is 29kmpl. 

In terms of safety, it gets traction control and lean-angle-sensitive cornering ABS. 

 

 

 

Price(s) and Variant(s):

The 2022 KTM 390 RC price is ₹3.14 lakhs (ex-showroom, New Delhi). The RC 390 Standard is the only offered variant in India.

Stay tuned to autoX.com to read the review of the KTM RC 390, comparisons, and prices.

Newly Launched Cars in India

 

The automotive market has seen rapid growth in India. Several carmakers are getting ready to bring new cars to the Indian market. The vehicles launched are either in a facelifted guise, a complete makeover or newly added variants. Some have also followed the 'green' path with new EV launches. 

Here's a list of new car launches in India in 2022:

 

1) Honda City e: HEV

The Honda City clocks 20 years in India. For the first time in India, Honda launched a hybrid variant of the Honda City. The petrol-hybrid engine is exclusive to the top variant, the City ZX. It gets a 1.5-litre hybrid engine that produces 96bhp and has a max motor performance of 107bhp with 127Nm of torque. Its price starts at ₹19.49 Lakhs (ex-showroom).

 

2) Tata Nexon EV Max

The Tata Nexon EV Max is a new car model in the Tata Nexon EV line-up. The Tata Nexon EV Max gets a 40.5kWh battery pack that produces 141bhp and 250Nm of torque. The Nexon EV Max returns an ARAI-certified range of 437km on a single charge. The Nexon EV Max price starts at ₹17.74 Lakhs (ex-showroom). 

 

3) Maruti Suzuki Ertiga

The Maruti Suzuki Ertiga facelift entered the market in April 2022. Besides that, the new Ertiga has four trims: LXi, VXi, ZXi, and ZXI+. In addition, it gets a 1.5-litre with mild-hybrid tech. It also gets an optional CNG kit. The price of the MPV starts from ₹8.35 Lakhs (ex-showroom). 

 

4) Maruti Suzuki XL6

The 2022 Maruti Suzuki XL6 also entered the market in the facelifted guise. The XL6 engine gets a retuned powertrain with mild-hybrid tech. The six-seater MPV has three trims: Zeta, Alpha, and Alpha+. It gets a new 7-inch infotainment screen, ventilated front seats, 360-degree camera, etc. The starting price of the XL6 is ₹11.29 Lakhs (ex-showroom). 

 

5) Toyota Hilux

The Toyota Hilux made its debut in India in March 2022. In addition, it is the first pick-up truck offered by Toyota Kirloskar Motor. In addition, the power will be the same—only the torque will vary depending upon the transmission. The Hilux has two trims: Standard and High. The Toyota Hilux price starts at ₹33.99 Lakhs (ex-showroom) and goes up to ₹36.80 Lakhs (ex-showroom). 

 

Above are the recently launched cars in 2022. To know more about a new car launch in India, comparisons, on-road prices, and more, check out autoX.

Top Selling Cars in India

 

From sedans to SUVs, hatchbacks to MPVs, let’s read about the top-selling cars of each body type. However, as of 2021, hatchbacks are currently leading in terms of sales, but these days, SUVs are catching up with the pace of hatchbacks. That’s why there are more launches of SUVs and sub-compact SUVs these days.

Here are the top five most top-selling cars in India:

• Toyota Fortuner: Known for its SUV capabilities and reliability, the Toyota Fortuner is one of the best-selling SUVs in India. There are two trims on offer: the Fortuner and the Legender. It’s offered with both petrol and diesel engines. The Toyota Fortuner’s price ranges between ₹31.79Lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi) and ₹44.63Lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi).

 

• Toyota Innova: One of the best-selling cars in India among fleet owners and private vehicle owners as well. There are five trims on offer: ‘G’, ‘G+’, ‘GX’, ‘VX’, and ‘ZX’. The Toyota Innova Crysta is available in seven-and eight-seater configurations. It offers a spacious cabin and captain seats at the rear for a better rear-seat experience. The Toyota Innova Crysta price starts from ₹17.86Lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi) for the base model, ‘G’ and goes up to ₹25.86Lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi) for the top variant, ‘ZX’.

 

• Maruti Suzuki WagonR: First launched in 1999, it has been a bestseller in our country for decades. Despite being a hatchback, it has a tall stance, which gives it a sub-compact SUV look. It is low on maintenance and returns good mileage, so it wins people’s hearts. Currently, the third generation of WagonR is on the market. The WagonR is sold in four trims: ‘LXi’, ‘VXi’, ‘ZXi’, and ‘ZXi+’. Maruti also offers a CNG-spec on the base model and second-from-base ‘VXi’ trims. It ranges between ₹5.48Lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi) and ₹7.20Lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi).

 

• Maruti Dzire: This sub-4-meter sedan is one of the most popular sedans in our country because of its value for money. Their reliable engines can run up to lakhs of kilometres and don’t require major rework. It has four trims on offer: ‘LXi’, ‘VXi’, ‘ZXi’, and ‘ZXi+’. The ‘VXi’, and ‘ZXi’ come with an optional CNG-spec as well. Its price ranges between ₹6.24Lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi) and ₹9.18Lakhs (ex-showroom).

 

• Tata Punch: A recently launched, sub-compact SUV, the Tata Punch, has managed to be among the most popular cars in India. It’s made on the same platform as Tata Altroz, which had achieved a 5-star rating for safety. So, it might be considered the safest vehicle in its segment. It has four trims on offer: ‘Pure’, ‘Adventure’, ‘Accomplished’, and ‘Creative’. The Tata Punch is priced between ₹5.83Lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi) and ₹9.49Lakhs (ex-showroom).

 

There are several reasons why they come under popular cars in India. They all offer enough ground clearance, practicality, and reliability. For more reviews, automotive news, comparisons, and prices, visit autoX.