The new Honda SUV is expected to compete with the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Skoda Kushaq and VW Taigun.

Honda has released a follow-up teaser of its upcoming model. This time, we can confirm that it's the new Amaze-based SUV, which will be unveiled this summer. The new model is expected to compete with the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Skoda Kushaq and VW Taigun.

The teaser image partially reveals the upcoming Honda SUV’s beefy design. It has an almost vertical front fascia with LED daytime running lights and circular fog lamps positioned on the front bumper. The SUV has flared wheel arches and a strong shoulder line.

Honda’s new SUV will be based on an updated version of the Amaze platform. Inside, the SUV could get the latest 12.3-inch infotainment head-unit and a 10.2-inch digital instrument cluster. The SUV is also likely to get the Honda Sensing ADAS suite.

The new model is likely to be powered by the same 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine offered in the City. Higher variants could be offered with the strong-hybrid powertrain. Transmission options might include a 5-speed manual, CVT and an e-drive transmission.

The Kia AY will be a sub-4 meter SUV that is expected to be positioned between the Sonet and Seltos in the brand’s line-up.

Kia is developing a new entry-level electric crossover (codenamed: AY) for the global market. It is said that an all-electric version will go on sale in India in 2025. However, a new report suggests that the compact SUV will also get a petrol powertrain.

The Kia AY will be a sub-4 meter SUV that is expected to be positioned between the Sonet and Seltos in the brand’s line-up. Reports suggest that the AY will be more spacious than the Sonet, offering better legroom and boot space.

The report further states that the Kia AY will be offered in petrol and electric versions. The former is said to use a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol unit powering the front wheels. Higher variants could get a rear-mounted electric motor, effectively making it all-wheel drive.

The petrol version of the Kia AY compact SUV is expected to have a higher share in the model’s overall sales volumes. The carmaker aims to sell 1 lakh units annually out of which 80% would be the petrol version.

The recent reports about the Kia AY are based on information received through company sources. Kia has neither confirmed nor denied the same.

Source: Autocar India

have felt the car to be a bit more livelier after the first service and it just adds more fun to the drive experience.

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It's been two months since I got hold of my Kia Sonet diesel AT and the experience has been great so far, with a trip to Wayanad being the only long journey we had with our car. The first service, although due on 26th November could only be completed on 5th December. The drive, mileage, and performance of the car have been exemplary so far too.

The only sad bit is that my car got scratched in the rear a few weeks ago and with it being a brand-new car, it really hurt. Nonetheless, I have been able to overcome the sadness and move on. The service experience from Kia was great with them providing me pick and drop and the service personnel constantly updating me with pictures of my car's service being done. They also completed the complementary underbody coating and rodent repellent coating which comes along with the Kia My Convenience package during this service as well. Overall, the service experience from Kia is excellent with the staff being well-mannered and cooperative at all times.

I have felt the car to be a bit more livelier after the first service and it just adds more fun to the drive experience. A trip to the airport in Kochi was the only major drive I had since the service, but am hoping for a trip around the new year. Mileage overall has been hovering around the twenties and I am happy with it as well.

So far, I am really enjoying my experience with my Kia Sonet and I am extremely happy I took the plunge and went ahead with the Kia Sonet, and hopefully it stays the same way throughout my ownership.

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The ownership has been a breeze. I never had to spend anything over and above the regular service & maintenance.

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Now that, I have driven 2018 Ford Ecosport TDCi Titanium for just over 75,000 kms in 4 years and 3 months, I am pretty confident what it is capable of, and I can say that we are connected on a personal level (In my wife words: I understand my car better than I understand her) . Fortunately, my car has been trouble free so far (touch wood) and the ownership was just a breeze. I never had to spend anything over and above the regular service & maintenance. (Thanks for many threads on this forum explaining do's and don'ts of car maintenance & driving habits).

I pretty much agree with the likes and compromises that have been mentioned by the other Ecosport owners on this forum.

Likes:

• Driving dynamics.
• Build quality & Safety.
• Comfortable Interior (at least for front seats).
• Lots of storage options.
• Huge fuel tank of 52L (1 full tank is more enough for 1000 kms).
• Smart entry, ORVMs open/close upon unlocking/locking.
• Light on pocket (Servicing cost hardly crosses 6K even for 70K service).

Compromises:

• Comfortable for 2 in the rear.
• Thick A-Pillars result in blind spots.
• No Android Auto / Car Play (thanks to Fly Audio).

Money matters (over the mileage of 75K):

Fuel cost:

• Lifetime Average: INR 3.98 / KM
• Last Half-life average: INR 4.28 / KM
• Service & Maintenance Average : INR 2.69 / KM
• Overall cost (excluding depreciation): INR 6.67 / KM

Percentage wise, the costs are:

• Fuel: 60%
• Regular Service: 10%
• Maintenance: 10% (tyre change, Seat covers, deflectors, 3M CR70)
• Insurance: 20%

I have already updated the mileage information in this thread, if anyone is interested.

Detailed breakup of costs:

Service costs:

2.5K Service (13/11/2018) (first free service) (Total amount: INR 59.00)

Labour: Nil

Parts(INR 59.00): Windshield wash fluid

10K Service (16/03/2019) (second free service) (Total amount: INR 3,135.00)

Labour (INR 1,380.60):

Wheel alignment & balancing.

Parts (INR 1,754.63):

• Windshield wash fluid.
• 5W30- Engine Oil (3.8 L)
• Engine Oil Filter.
• Gasket Drain Plug.
• Weights for balancing.

20K Service (16/08/2019) (Total amount: INR 6,097.60)

Labour (INR 3,739.42):

• Service labour.
• Wheel alignment & balancing.

Parts (INR 2,358.18):

• Windshield wash fluid.
• 5W30- Engine Oil (3.8 L).
• Engine Oil Filter.
• Gasket Drain Plug.
• AC Air Filter.
• Engine Air Filter.
• Weights for balancing.

30K Service (14/02/2020) (Total amount: INR 7,352.66).

Labour (INR 3,666.26):

• Service labour.
• Wheel alignment & balancing.

Parts (INR 3,686.40):

• Windshield wash fluid.
• 5W30- Engine Oil (3.8 L).
• Engine Oil Filter.
• Gasket Drain Plug.
• AC Air Filter.
• Weights for balancing.
• Diesel Fuel Filter.

40K Service (07/11/2020) (Total amount: INR 6,462.00).

Labour (INR 4,366.00):

Service Labour
ii. Wheel alignment & balancing

Parts (INR 2,096.39):

• Windshield wash fluid.
• 5W30- Engine Oil (3.8 L).
• Engine Oil Filter.
• Gasket Drain Plug.
• AC Air Filter.
• Weights for balancing.
• Engine Air Filter.

50K Service (25/05/2021) (Total amount: INR 4,914.00).

Labour (INR 2,454.40):

• Service Labour.

Parts (INR 2,459.64):

• Windshield wash fluid.
• 5W30- Engine Oil (3.8 L).
• Engine Oil Filter.
• Gasket Drain Plug.
• AC Air Filter.
• Weights for balancing.
• Windshield wipers (Front & back).

60K Service (30/01/2022) (Total amount: INR 17,999.00).

Labour (INR 5,206.39):

Service Labour.

Wheel alignment & balancing.

Front & rear wheel brakes cleaning.

Parts (INR 12,362.81):

• Windshield wash fluid.
• 5W30- Engine Oil (3.8 L)
• Engine Oil Filter.
• Gasket Drain Plug.
• AC Air Filter.
• Weights for balancing.
• Engine Air Filter.
• Diesel Fuel Filter.
• Battery.
• High beam & Low beam lights (4 each as spare).
• Wheel nets (8).

70K Service (17/09/2022) (Total amount: INR 6,549.00).

Labour (INR 4,757.18):

• Service Labour.
• Wheel alignment & balancing.
• Software update check.

Parts (INR 1,791.93):

• Windshield wash fluid.
• 5W30- Engine Oil (3.8 L)
• Engine Oil Filter.
• Gasket Drain Plug.
• AC Air Filter.
• Weights for balancing.

Maintenance costs:

• 23/10/2019 - Sun film Front windshield CR 70 - INR 8,151.00
• 06/01/2020 - Seat covers & wind deflectors - INR 9,115.00
• 24/04/2022 - Tyre Change at 65K - INR 32,063.00

Insurance:

• Year 1 - 24,000 (Approx.)
• Year 2 - 16,865.57
• Year 3 - 21,035.47
• Year 4 -20,166.38
• Year 5 - 17,904.89

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The performance is exemplary with the quick-shifting 7-speed DCT being quick and agile. Mileage has been great too,

BHPian yedukrishnan199 recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

I have been in search of the perfect compact SUV for over a year now and during this time frame. I have been test-driving a lot of cars. But the Kia Sonet was the one that I felt was the most well-rounded of the lot. So I finally took the plunge and decided to book the Kia Sonet GTX+ DCT in August 2022. However never did I know that the scenario would change for the better when I visited the Kia showroom in September along with a friend of mine who also was keen on the Kia Sonet. In the stockyard, I witnessed a brand new Kia Sonet X-Line in a matte finish just arriving and I immediately knew that I wanted it. So I enquired with the Kia executives and they told me that they didn't have any bookings for the said model and I could be the first one from the showroom to get it delivered, so I immediately did the formalities to get my existing booking converted, and made the payment.

I just had to wait for the launch of the car at the dealership and the completion of RTO formalities. Finally. the day arrived and my car was set to be delivered on the auspicious occasion of Onam. It was such a joy to witness the Kia Sonet X Line 1.0 DCT in its ravishing matte graphite colour waiting to be unveiled in the showroom and for me to be the first one to get my hands on it in town. The delivery ceremony was an absolute treat and I was overjoyed to get handed the keys to the car. The Kia Sonet X Line is definitely a looker and it grabs attention everywhere you go. Moving on to the car, the splendid siege interiors, leatherette ventilated seats, 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with reverse camera and parking sensors, Bose speakers, voice command, TPMS, Air purifier, and electric sunroof are some of the many luxuries you just can't get enough of.

The performance is exemplary with the quick-shifting 7-speed DCT being quick and agile. Mileage has been great too, Drive modes and traction control modes are nifty features that further add to the convenience. We have driven the Kia Sonet for over 1000 kilometers over the past 2 months and it has been an exciting experience every drive, be it on the highway or in traffic, The Kia Sonet pampers you with all its finesse, and overtakes on the highway are seamless and even in traffic. The Kia Sonet never tires you out. The smoothness of the DCT and the sheer convenience of an automatic truly enhances the experience. I am sure you too would never be disappointed with the Kia Sonet.

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I really liked the Nissan Magnite but ended up having to reject the SUV cause of a steering problem.

BHPian Prelude83 recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

Since I am looking for a compact SUV I have taken a test ride of most of the cars mentioned here - my favourite is Tata Nexon.

My requirement was compact petrol SUV with Automatic transmission

Following are my observations:

2022 Maruti Breeza: Ruled out due to the higher price of the top variant and not-so-premium interior.

Hyundai Venue facelift: Ruled out because the car doesn't look like an SUV - looks more like a hatchback.

Kia Sonet: Was impressed with the interior but ruled it out due to poor suspension setup. My 6-year-old Kwid has a better suspension - the engine was not smooth as well. Badly wanted the car to excel in test drive but unfortunately, the car didn't pass my test.

Renault Kiger: Interior materials were of very poor quality to consider seriously- Renault is persistently poor in the interior quality of its cars. The centre console design looks like an as after-market copy of Nexon.

Nissan Magnite: I was so much impressed with the car that I almost made up my mind to buy it in spite of limited Nissan after-sales service outlets. Magnite, in my opinion, has the best Automatic gearbox amongst its rivals and Nissan engineers have done a wonderful job in tuning the gearbox with the engine - resulting in the smoothest drive among the rivals.

The suspension was not at all bad as mentioned by several reviewers.

However there was one aspect which spoilt the deal - the steering centering problem - I heard Nissan has rectified the steering problem - I test-rode the car for two hours - the steering centering is still not reliable - at times it does centre as expected and it doesn't at others - until this problem is fully rectified I had to reject the car which was otherwise my favourite.

Mahindra XUV 300: This was another impressive SUV - wonderful engine, best ride quality overall among rivals and well-tuned AMT - still rejected due to the following:

1. Ground clearance of 180! Too less for an SUV
2. Center console looks dated
3. Lack of Drive modes
4. Nexon gives more SUV fell due to its higher sitting position.

Tata Nexon

This was my final choice because of the following:

1. Wonderful steering response
2. Wonderful suspension
3. Good quality materials used

I think the best thing about Nexon is that there was nothing in Nexon that was a deal breaker - Nexon is second best /third best in all aspects whereas it is not the best.

The bad things about Nexon that I observed were:

1. The engine was not as refined as XUV or Magnite and was noisy at times - but the deficiency was too minimal to be considered a deal breaker.
2. The gear shifts were felt in the first two gears - irritating but not significant enough to be considered as a deal breaker.

With this, I think Nexon offers the best compromise available today.

However, Magnite would have been my favourite if not for its steering problem (the sales representative persistently told me that the steering problem has been corrected - but didn't pass my test).

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The Hyundai Ai3 will compete with the Tata Punch and Citroen C3 in the Indian market.

The first images of what is believed to be Hyundai’s upcoming compact SUV have surfaced online. The crossover was spotted at a parking lot in South Korea. 

The new model, codenamed: Ai3 CUV, is expected to be positioned below the Venue and could go on sale in 2023 during the festive season. 

Hyundai Ai3 appears to be inspired by the Casper compact SUV that was introduced in the South Korean market earlier. The car has a boxy exterior with squared-off wheel arches and an upright front fascia with a split headlamp design. The test vehicle has a sunroof, roof rails and a shark fin antenna.

Rumours suggest that the new Hyundai crossover could be based on a localized version of the K1 platform and could be slightly larger than the Casper. It will compete with the Tata Punch, Citroen C3 and the like.

Source: Youtube

I was also looking at Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder NeoDrive-S and it has almost all the features that I am looking for.

BHPian mvr recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

Hello all,

I am looking for a (sub) compact SUV with the following features:

• Safety.
• Automatic transmission.
• Sufficient space for five adults (ideally, three should sit comfortably in the back row).
• Cruise control, rear view camera.
• ISOFIX seatbelt.

I have shortlisted Tata Nexon XZA+ (HS) and Mahindra XUV300 W8(O). Nexon's on-road price in Delhi is around INR 13.60 L and that of XUV300 is around INR 15.4 L. I was also looking at Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder's NeoDrive-S and it has almost all the features that I am looking for. So I was wondering, is it better to go for a higher-end variant in a lower segment (subcompact SUV) or a lower-end variant in a higher segment (compact SUV)?

Here's what GTO had  to say on the matter:

Couple of thoughts:

• All 3 cars on your shortlist are top-class.
• But in MT. The AMT of the Nexon & XUV300 sucks.
• For its smooth torque-converter AT alone, I will pick the Urban Cruiser Hyryder over the other options.
• Where the Toyota AT will offer you a smooth driving experience, the Tata & Mahindra AMTs will be terribly jerky. AMTs are also trouble-prone in the longer term.
• To answer the query in the thread title, here's a related discussion.

Here's what BHPian Shreyans_Jain had to say on the matter:

Please understand that all three cars are effectively from the same segment - Hyryder is essentially a decked up Brezza. They are the same car underneath.

The USP of the Toyota is the strong hybrid powertrain. If you are not opting for it, might as well save some money and go for the Brezza instead.

That being said, if you are looking to buy a manual, you will be better served by both XUV300 and Nexon with their superior turbo petrol engines, sturdier built, more spacious cabins and better ride and handling packages. But if you want an automatic, steer clear of them both, their AMTs suck. In that case, you are limited to the Brezza or Hyryder or Grand Vitara (all three are mechanically the same so it’s your personal preference), or you can look towards to Hyundai Kia duopoly.

Since you are from Delhi, where distances are long, my personal suggestion will be that you go for the base S model of the strong hybrid Hyryder at about 17.25L. It is the best value variant of this entire lot of cars.

Here's what BHPian antz.bin had to say on the matter:

Just saw that you are from Delhi.

Any specific reason for not opting for a Nexon EV Prime / Max XZ?

It should be able to give you all the items that you need as part of your requirements. With the added benefit of practically negligible running costs, lower interest rates on loan AND savings on loan interest of about 4k/month, effectively removing any price penalty.

And finally, there will never be a NGT sword hanging above it.

Think about it. Do you really need an ICE car?

Here's what BHPian ani_meher had to say on the matter:

Are you specifically looking for a 4m car? Because if that's the case, you may feel the Hyryder to be too big. It is one size bigger externally, and internally it's about the same as Brezza.

I would recommend you to test drive the Brezza too. The top end ZXI+ automatic version is about a lakh cheaper than the base automatic Hyryder, and the features like 360 camera, compact size etc come in handy if you have city use.

Here's what BHPian Kosfactor had to say on the matter:

I am of the opinion that a bigger vehicle tends to stay with the owner for longer, the space premium and prestige associated with it often affords the feel good factor. Think of DZire Vs Honda City, Grand Vitara Vs Brezza.

As your earnings increase (possible) the running costs become more affordable down the line. However you will miss things on the inside, sometimes the number of airbags. AT etc.

Brezza top spec MT is same cost as Hyryder S Neo drive MT, I will take the bigger car any day.

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The stock one itself has a good bite but I changed the brake pad as the distance the brake pad was used was pretty high and I wanted to test the Brembo ones.

BHPian jithin23 recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

82,000km update:

Life has been business as usual for blue baby and this car ages like fine wine!

So I thought of upgrading my brake pads to Brembos from Engineering Exponent and one of my close contacts at Ford managed to arrange the alloy wheel which was about to be launched in the facelift before the company to shut it's doors.

I used the same TPMS sensors and no issues with respect to its functioning as such.

Stock wheels:

The first 4 pics are after the wheel swap! Looks way more classier than the stock wheels of Titanium Variant:

TPMS doing its job well. 43 psi was a tad too much and these air guys fill up like crazy:

Brembos:

The stock brake pad was almost at 1 mm:

Part no. for Brembo brake pads:

A quick review on the brake pads:

The stock one itself has a good bite but I changed the brake pad as the distance the brake pad was used was pretty high and I wanted to test the Brembo ones. The Brembo pads really do make a difference in braking after the bedding in period of 600-800 one. Overall a good buy and a recommended one in case you're going for new brake pads. Also, the cost is similar to OE brake pads.

My next major mods in this car will be adding Traction control (ESP), cargo management and auto dimming mirrors and to get the ST steering and AC cluster(last 2 items are there in the red dragon). Then I'll call it a day for modding this car!

That's all for now folks.

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I opted for the red black dual tone finish, but Kia is telling me that it would take a long time to deliver that color since the demand for dual tone is not that much.

BHPian souvik das recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

Hello esteemed BHPians,

I am from Kolkata.

I have booked my first car, a KIA Sonet GTX+ from Easter KIA in New Town. I opted for the red black dual tone finish, but Kia is telling me that it would take a long time to deliver that color since the demand for dual tone is not that much. It may take till February 2023 to have it delivered. Today I got a call from the dealership saying that a red color model is available and if I want, they can have the roof painted black as per KIA specification, that is, I will have the dual tone finish.

My query is, will it be ok to go ahead with this? If yes, then what should I be looking for while taking delivery of the car specially regarding the paint? I am also thinking of doing a ceramic coating after getting the car. Will there be any issue with this repainting?

Positive point is if I agree, then I will get the within this month.

Thanks a lot everyone.

Here's what GTO had to say on the matter:

Blackening up the roof is the simplest thing on the planet and doing so at the dealer is almost a zero-risk exercise. Go for it. I've gotten two of my cars' roofs done up in the after-market and am happy with the end result.

I prefer to skip ceramic coating & PPF. What I do instead is get my cars detailed every 6 months. Works marvelously for me and you'd be hard-pressed to tell my car's age by looking at them. Drive carefully, park carefully & follow all the best practices listed here.

Here's what BHPian sunikkat had to say on the matter:

Not sure how much the dealer will charge for roof painting, but a simple good quality wrap can be done from 3M at 10k. If the cost difference is not significant, I would go for roof painting from the dealer.

Here's what BHPian DicKy had to say on the matter:

Only negative I can think of, coming from a state where the MVD is breathing down your neck is that, the RC book won't reflect the colours. Most factory dual tones have the colours recorded in their RC records.

Again, just in Kerala. If Kolkata cops are okay with it, a roof wrap is the simplest thing to do.

BHPian blackwasp replied:

You just need a bill from the workshop saying so and so change has been done. Any competent agent should be able to get it updated in the RC. Once the RC is updated, you can then get the insurance done as well.

If you don't want this hassle, go for a wrap.

Here's what BHPian Aroy had to say on the matter:

As far as I know, factory paint is baked enamel. That can rarely be duplicated in a dealer workshop, as the original baking is done on a barebone shell and not on a built up body.

So refrain from getting the roof painted, just use a wrap as suggested. Or just wait for the car to come from factory.

Here's what BHPian greenhorn had to say on the matter:

My Etios has dual tone with gloss black paint and I've had a vinyl wrap done on my indica. The factory paint is vastly superior. The wrap was done at a local place so it may be the quality of the wrap too.
Given its a new car i would go for the dealer option so that it's endorsed that way in the RC book - I too am from Kerala, so have to deal with MVD guys looking for revenue generation opportunities.

Here's what BHPian HighRevving had to say on the matter:

Keep your original factory paint, it is a brand new car after all. The best idea is to wrap.

I had this done on my Laura and it worked well for me. I used to rip and replace it every year or so whenever it lost its finish, including ORVMs that used to get the regular two-wheeler love in traffic.

Remember to detail the roof first and then wrap, so the original paint underneath does not suffer in the long run. I used to rip the wrap, detail and put a new wrap every time.

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