Audi A3 Cabriolet 35 TFSI
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Audi A3 Cabriolet 35 TFSI Summary
Audi A3 Cabriolet 35 TFSI Review
If the sight of a convertible ever tugged at your heart, then the Audi A3 Cabriolet is one that can easily lure you, especially in that lip-smacking shade Audi calls ‘Vegas Yellow’. And we can’t help but state that it was an attention grabber as long as it was in the hands of our testers. Regardless of age, everyone just dropped their jaws at the sight of this car, and it is this experience which makes up the A3 Cabriolet’s ultimate selling point.
What is it?
If the sight of a convertible ever tugged at your heart, then the Audi A3 Cabriolet is one that can easily lure you, especially in that lip-smacking shade Audi calls ‘Vegas Yellow’. And we can’t help but state that it was an attention grabber as long as it was in the hands of our testers. Regardless of age, everyone just dropped their jaws at the sight of this car, and it is this experience which makes up the A3 Cabriolet’s ultimate selling point.
Let’s dive into the details now. Audi had to shorten the wheelbase and length by 42mm and 35mm, and drop features like electric seats and keyless entry to shave the weight off the A3 Cabriolet. However, its still weighs 75kg more than its four-door sibling. What sets this iteration apart from the A3 sedan, primarily, is the fabric-soft roof with colour options that include black, grey or red. It is designed to fold in 18 seconds flat and will function while the car does speeds of up to 50kmph. You also get the gorgeous two-door setup with aluminium trim framing the exterior side windows and A-pillar, along with the redesigned air dams on the front bumper. At the rear, the A3 Cabriolet gets a boot-mounted stop lamp and a mildly restyled lower bumper section around the exhaust.
Let’s delve deeper and fill you in on this exciting convertible.
How is it on the inside?
Once you fling those charming rimless doors open and get seated in the A3 Cabriolet, you’ll appreciate the fine quality levels along with the premium fit and finish in this cabin. Though it is primarily draped in a black shade, silver trim is used extensively to highlight each and every detail and to give it a pristine look. A wide dashboard with a sleek retractable screen, and four distinct air-vents that redirect cooled air remarkably well can also be seen. And did we forget to mention the view out of the car? With the roof up, the enormous window area (no B-pillar) offers brilliant side-area visibility along with an airy feel. On the downside though, we thoroughly missed having electrically operated seats, and the start/stop button on this flamboyant convertible.
Let’s move on to the front seats now. They have lots of contours and cushioning that impart adequate support for the back and thighs. There’s even a reasonable amount of knee and head room here too. At the rear, the well-cushioned rear seats have an appropriate back rest angle. But that’s just about it. Adults will find it cramped, and the only way some knee-room is liberated is if the front occupants wind their seats all the way ahead. But then too, you just can’t run away from the fact that the rear will be a squeeze. This is an after-effect of Audi clipping the wheelbase and length to keep the weight under check.
Also, despite there being enough head room, rear seat passengers will have to duck their heads while the roof-folding mechanism is functioning. Not to forget that rear seat occupants have to make do with three cup-holders and a front seatback net to store their belongings. This finally brings us to the boot space that shrinks from the A3 sedan’s 425-litres to 320-litres, in light of making space for the folding soft top. Though the enclosure is wide, it isn’t as deep and tall as you’d have liked it. So, stowing away large suitcases in that boot is out of the question, however, it should work for a small suitcase and some soft bags, at the most. What adds to the boot’s versatility is that both rear seats can drop down by yanking at the levers located on either side of the boot.
Some of the features you get with the Audi A3 Cabriolet are the Audi phone box with wireless charging, Audi sound system that includes a Bang and Olufsen unit with a single CD player, MMI and smartphone interface along with a multifunction flat-bottom steering with paddle shifters. There’s also the front and rear parking sensors with a rear view camera, LED headlamps with rear dynamic indicators, electrically adjustable and folding mirrors with heating function, adaptive brake lamps, five airbags, ASR, ABS with EBD and ESC.
How does it drive?
The A3 Cabriolet now gets a petrol 1.4-litre four-cylinder petrol engine that makes 150bhp between 5000-6000rpm, and 250Nm of torque ranging from 1500rpm to 3500rpm. It replaces the earlier 177bhp 1.8-litre motor which surprisingly made the same torque output. Power is laid down on the road through the front wheels via a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox. Now, this 1.4-litre motor runs by ‘cylinder-on-demand’ which gets two of the cylinders to shut down at low output requirements. On the whole, this engine is refined until around 4500rpm after which it tends to get noisy.
There aren’t any modes for the engine but the gearbox gets two modes: ‘D’ and ‘S’ which are actuated by tapping the lever. The main difference here is that the ‘D’ mode is less responsive than the ‘S’ mode. S mode is quicker as the gear box holds the lower gears to serve instant response as soon as the accelerator pedal is depressed.This DSG ‘box is quick to shift and responds extremely well, however, there is a tendency for it to make the power output jerky, especially at lower speeds.
Off the mark, the DSG transmission bogs down a bit to prevent a proper launch to save the gearbox. However, once on the move, this motor pulls in an extremely linear fashion with a mid-range surge at about 1800rpm, all the way up to the 6200rpm red-line. It flashes past the 100kmph mark in 9.65sec, and it takes all of 22.39sec to reach 150kmph before hitting a top whack of 220kmph. Since the motor is so smooth, it masks the feeling of speed and a glance at the speedo was what brought us to reality. Even the driveability tests of 20-80kmph and 40-100kmph in kick-down, which were clocked in 5.36sec and 6.69sec respectively, were accomplished in a relaxed and composed manner without any racket.
Since convertibles lack the structural rigidity of their hard top siblings, there is some flex that is usually witnessed. The A3 Cabriolet too lets out a slight judder when traversing bumpy sections of our roads. However, the ride quality of the A3 Cabriolet, like the A3 sedan, truly impressed us with the absorbent ride at low speeds, especially over harsh bumps. As the momentum rises, it continues to just absorb bumps with ease while showing off a flat and planted feel that’s quite reassuring. There’s no suspension noise either.
What also aids this well-judged suspension setup to derive this favourable output is the higher profile that comes with the 205/55 R16 tyres used here. With the grip from these tyres and a steering that’s pretty direct, you will enjoy going around bends as the A3 Cabriolet’s road manners, though not sharp, is quite predictable. Again, this is despite there being some amount of body roll too. While on the go, we also noticed that road noises filter through to the cabin from the rear portion when the roof is up. On the braking front, the A3 Cabriolet brakes with reasonable confidence and there’s enough feedback from the brake pedal to know what’s happening at the wheels.
Should I buy one?
Audi sells the A3 35TFSI Cabriolet with a price tag of Rs 47.98 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). What goes against this car are the absence of features like a start/stop button, keyless entry and electric seats. Also, the rear seats are cramped with limited stowage options, the boot space has shrunk in comparison to the A3 sedan, and the gearbox gets the power delivery to be jerky at slower speeds.
Nevertheless, one gets a unique open air experience with the A3 Cabriolet, there’s comfortable front seats with brilliant visibility out of the side windows with the roof up, and quality of materials along with fit and finish is top notch. Owners will also appreciate the refined motor with a quick transmission, the efficiency from the cylinder-on-demand tech, and the immaculate ride and handling combo.
The A3 Cabriolet undoubtedly makes more sense to a buyer who already owns a few cars, but still needs one that can be useable enough to ride with a smallcompany while attracting the world’s attention. Do we really need to say anything more here?
Where does it fit in?
The Audi A3 35TFSI Cabriolet goes on to compete with cars like the Mini Cooper convertible. While the former costs Rs 47.98 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), the Mini Cooper convertible is available at Rs 34.9 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).
Pictures: Kapil Angane
New Audi A3 launched at Rs 30.5 lakh
New Audi A3 launched at Rs 30.5 lakh
Audi A3 Cabriolet launched at Rs 47.98 lakh
A3 Cabriolet 35 TFSI Specifications & Features
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Specifications
Engine & Transmission
- Engine1395 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Timely services will keep a motor efficient and in top shape.
- Engine Type40 TFSI
The official title given by the manufacturer in terms of the name of the engine, the displacement and the number of cylinders.
A bigger displacement and more than four-cylinders generally indicate a performance-oriented engine.
- Fuel TypePetrol
All cars in India either run on petrol, diesel, CNG, LPG or electric power.
- Max Power (bhp@rpm)148 bhp @ 5100 rpm
Gives a good idea of the performance of the vehicle under full thrust. A higher figure here usually means a higher top speed as well.
Higher the power, the peppier the engine but it can also affect fuel economy.
- Max Torque (Nm@rpm)250 Nm @ 1250 rpm
Relates to in-gear acceleration. A higher figure here means better roll-on acceleration, fewer gear shifts, and possibly better fuel efficiency.
The more torque at low RPM range makes the engine feel more responsive. It also allows the engine to run smoothly without too many gear changes.
- Mileage (ARAI)19.2 kmpl
This is the maximum fuel efficiency that an engine gives. All numbers are provided by the manufacturer based on tests conducted and specified by the standards of the ARAI (Automotive Research Association of India)
Such fuel efficiency attained while driving in special conditions makes it unlikely to get it in real-world conditions
- DrivetrainFWD
Cars come with different drivetrain configurations depending on the segment.
Front-wheel drive (FWD) is most common in mainstream cars while expensive cars or SUVs come with rear-wheel drive (RWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD).
- TransmissionAutomatic - 7 Gears, Manual Override, Sport Mode
Type of transmission used to transfer power from the engine to the wheels
A manually operated transmission is the most popular type, thanks to its simplicity and low cost. Varied types of automatic transmissions are also available.
- Emission StandardBS 4
Set by the Indian Government, this governs the amount of air pollutants released by cars to make the atmosphere safer for humans.
- Turbocharger / SuperchargerTurbocharged
Manufacturers today offer turbochargers to boost engine power without affecting its fuel economy. Superchargers are found in more expensive cars but on the downside, they are not very efficient.
Turbochargers are more effective but require plenty of heat management. Superchargers, meanwhile, offer linear bump in power but they are comparatively more complex.
- OthersIdle Start/Stop
Dimensions & Weight
- Length4423 mm
The length of the car decides its segment. In India, cars that are less than 4 metres in length enjoy reduced excise duties.
- Length: 4423
Longer length results in more cabin space. It also adds to straight line stability.
- Width1793 mm
A car's width is defined as its widest point without its mirrors.
- Width: 1793
Although more width gives you more lateral space inside the cabin, it makes the car more difficult to park in narrow spots.
- Height1409 mm
The height of the car denotes the highest point of the vehicle from the ground.
- Height: 1409
Taller the car, the more headroom there is on offer inside the cabin. However, a tall boy stance also affect the car’s centre of gravity which can cause more body roll.
- Wheelbase2595 mm
The space between the center of the front and rear wheels.
- Wheelbase: 2595
The longer the wheelbase, the more space there is inside the cabin.
- Ground Clearance165 mm
It’s the space between the lowest point of the car and the ground.
- Ground Clearance: 165
If the car has a good amount of clearance, it’s easier for it to clear big speed breakers and overall, deal with bad roads.
- Kerb Weight1430 kg
The total weight of the vehicle with all the standard equipment and all the required fluids.
A lightweight car will always be more efficient and easier to manoeuvre whereas a heavy car would give you a sense of solidity while driving.
Capacity
- Doors2 Doors
The number of doors define the category of car. For example – four door means sedan, two-door means coupe while five-doors usually refer to a hatchback, MPV or an SUV.
- Doors: 2
- Seating Capacity4 Person
The number of people that can be seated comfortably in the car, which has also been mandated by the car manufacturer.
- Seating Capacity: 4
- No of Rows2 Rows
Smaller cars usually have two rows which can seat five, but some SUVs and MPVs have three rows and can seat around 7-8 passengers.
- Bootspace320 litres
Boot space defines how practical the car is with respect to how much luggage it can carry.
- Bootspace: 320
A boot with a large and wide opening is ideal for loading heavy items. Additionally, a lower loading height also makes it easy to put in luggage.
- Fuel Tank Capacity50 litres
The official volume of the fuel tank of a car, usually denoted in litres.
If a car has a large fuel tank, it can cover long distances without refuelling.
Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres
- Front SuspensionMcPherson strut
Almost all cars in India use an independent front suspension which is usually the MacPherson Strut type.
- Rear SuspensionMulti - link
The rear suspension can either be non-independent or independent.
Most of the budget cars have non-independent suspension while the more expensive ones get independent rear suspension which offers better bump absorption.
- Front Brake TypeDisc
Most of the vehicles sold in India get ventilated or non-ventilated disc brakes upfront.
- The ventilated discs are more popular thanks to them providing better stopping power and it also works well in hot conditions.
- Rear Brake TypeDisc
In affordable cars, drums brakes are fitted at the rear as they are cost effective.
Disc setup at the rear is now getting more popular as cars are getting faster in the real world.
- Steering TypePower assisted (Electric)
Almost all steering systems in cars today have an assist to help park them better at low speeds - these can be hydraulic, electro-hydraulic or electric.
- WheelsAlloy Wheels
The wheels used on cars are either steel rims with plastic wheel cover hub or alloy wheels on higher spec models or expensive cars.
Razor cut, or diamond cut alloy wheel design are not getting more popular. Manufacturers usually offer these in top-end trim of their car models.
- Spare WheelAlloy
Important in a country with varying quality of roads, spare wheels ensure one doesn’t get stranded when one of the main tyres gets damaged.
Select premium car models feature space savers (smaller than the stock wheels) to save on boot space.
- Front Tyres205 / 55 R16
The profile/dimension of rubber tyre that fits on the front wheels.
- Rear Tyres205 / 55 R16
The profile/dimension of rubber tyre that fits on the rear wheels.
Features
Safety
- Overspeed Warning-
Mandatory safety system for cars sold in India, a single beep is emitted after 80kmph and continuous ones after 120kmph
- Lane Departure Warning-
This function detects when the car is drifting out of its lane and cautions the driver through audio/visual alerts
- Emergency Brake Light Flashing-
The brake lights flash in a quick intermittent fashion to indicate to the following vehicles to slow down quicker than usual
- Forward Collision Warning (FCW)-
The driver is warned of an impending crash due to stopped/slowing vehicles ahead of them
- Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)-
This system automatically stops the car if it senses an obstacle where the driver fails to take action
It is imperative to pay attention while driving and rely less on such systems
- High-beam Assist-
This feature spots oncoming vehicles at night to shift the headlight between high and low beam
- NCAP Rating-
The official crash test safety rating given to a car by one of the many testing agencies around the world
- Blind Spot Detection-
Blind Spot Detection systems use sensors to detect and alert the driver of any sudden movements in his/her blind spot
- Lane Departure Prevention-
This feature automatically steers the car to prevent it from moving out of the lane when there is no driver input
- Rear Cross-traffic Assist-
An assistance feature that alerts the driver who is backing out of a parking space if another vehicle is approaching
One must always be cautious of pedestrians, children and other obstacles when backing up.
- Airbags5 Airbags (Driver, Passenger, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side)
- Rear Middle Three Point seatbeltNo
Safer three-point seatbelts for passengers seated in the middle of the second row of seats.
Budget cars are usually fitted with more economical lap belts for the middle-occupant.
- Rear Middle Head RestNo
A headrest for the middle occupant of the second-row of seats.
Budget cars are usually not offered with headrests for the middle occupant of the second-row to save on costs. Headrests are instrumental in reducing whiplash injuries in case of an accident
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)Yes
A digital gauge that provides the live status of the air pressure in every tyre of a car.
For accurate readings, ensure that the sensors on the rim are not tampered with during any wheel/tyre repairs
- Child Seat Anchor PointsYes
Anchor points or strap systems built into car seats to keep child seats in place, especially during a crash
ISOFIX is an international standard for child seat anchor points, but not all car manufacturers follow this standard
- Seat Belt WarningYes
Mandatory fitment in cars sold in India, emits loud beeps when it detects that occupants are not wearing their seatbelts.
Seat belt warning is mandatory for front-seat occupants, but it is recommended that all occupants wear seat belts.
Braking & Traction
- Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)Yes
An electronic system that prevents the tyres from locking and skidding in emergency braking situations by pulsing the brakes (quickly releasing and reapplying the brakes)
ABS is a great accident prevention technology, allowing drivers to steer while braking hard
- Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)Yes
An electronic system that redirects braking forces among the four brakes to stop the car as quickly and stably as possible
- Brake Assist (BA)Yes
A system that increases brake pressure to help the car stop quicker
Even when emergency braking, it is observed that drivers don’t apply maximum brake pressure through the pedal, the BA system provides additional pressure to help stop the car quicker
- Electronic Stability Program (ESP)Yes
System designed to improve car stability and control, especially when the car is accelerating.
ESP or ESC cannot increase traction but rather improve control or help regain control in slippery conditions.
- Four-Wheel-DriveNo
A system that sends the car's power to all the four wheels at the same time
- Hill Hold ControlYes
A feature that prevents the car from rolling backwards when stopped on a slope
- Traction Control System (TC/TCS)Yes
This system cuts power to those wheels that are spinning without grip/traction
Given the option, keep traction control on all the time.
- Ride Height AdjustmentNo
A feature that allows the user to alter the ride height of the car
Be it driving over tall obstacles or unloading heavy baggage from the boot; a helpful feature indeed
- Hill Descent ControlNo
A feature that limits the car's speed without any driver input while traversing down descents
- Limited Slip Differential (LSD)No
This function prevents wheelspin and maximises traction by shuffling torque between wheels
It is also a nifty safety feature since it offers more control over a vehicle's power delivery
- Differential LockNo
Locking differentials split power/torque evenly among both tyres on an axle.
In off-road vehicles, locking differentials allows for better traction when one of the wheels is in the air, in FWD/AWD cars allows for better corner traction and in RWD sports cars allows for drifting around corners.
Locks & Security
- Engine ImmobiliserYes
A security device that prevents the engine from being started unless the key is present
- Central LockingRemote
This feature let's one unlock all the doors remotely or with a key
- Speed Sensing Door LockYes
This feature automatically locks the car's doors when it reaches a preset speed
A convenient feature for those who can't remember to lock the doors
- Child Safety LockYes
Such locks are built into the rear doors to prevent rear seat occupants from opening the doors
Comfort & Convenience
- Air Purifier-
Used to improve the air quality within the cabin by removing contaminants
- Umbrella Storage in Door-
- Electronic Parking Brake-
- Air ConditionerYes (Automatic Climate Control)
The different types of air-conditioning systems used to cool the cabin
Maintaining the lowest temperature and first blower speed offers the best results.
- Front AC-
- Rear AC-
- Third Row AC Zone-
- HeaterYes
This feature allows warm air to pass through the air-con vents for heating the cabin
- Vanity Mirrors on Sun VisorsDriver & Co-Driver
Compact mirrors fitted to the inside of the sunvisor
- Cabin Boot AccessYes
The option of being able to access the boot space while sitting inside the car
- Anti-glare MirrorsElectronic - Internal Only
These mirrors negate the glare from headlight beams of cars behind you
Since a large chunk of people love driving around in their high beam, these mirrors come in handy
- Parking AssistReverse Camera
A feature that aids drivers park with ease and greater precision using sensors/cameras
It comes as a boon for drivers who are not used to parking in tight spots
- Parking SensorsFront & Rear
Sensors that are usually located on the bumpers of a car to assist/alert the driver while parking
It takes the stress out of manoeuvring in confined spaces
- Cruise ControlYes
A system that automatically controls the speed of the car
- Headlight and Ignition On ReminderYes
An alert that warns one from leaving the car with the headlight and ignition switched on
- Keyless Start/ Button StartNo
When fitted, this system allows the car to be switched on without removing the key from the driver’s pocket or vicinity.
Keyless entry and start/stop (KESS) systems in some cars also include operation via a smartphone.
- Steering AdjustmentTilt & Telescopic
A function where the steering wheel moves up/down, in/out as per the driver's requirement
When both rake and reach adjustments are incorporated, it makes for a tailormade driving position
- 12V Power Outlets2
This socket provides current to a cigarette lighter style 12 volt plug
It helps charge smartphones, tablets, laptops, rechargeable batteries and other USB chargers. It also powers a compressor that inflates tyres and the humble cigarette lighter!
Mobile App Features
- Find My Car-
An app based feature that allows one to find where their car is located/parked
- Check Vehicle Status via App-
The requisite app will provide information regarding various functions such as speed and fuel alerts
- Geo-fence-
A service that triggers actions like notifications and security alerts when a car enters/leaves a set location
- Emergency Call-
A call that's made automatically by the car to the local emergency services in the event of a crash
- Over The Air (OTA) Updates-
Similar to how smartphones receive updates, a vehicle too (if equipped with connected car features) receives updates over the air via a cellular or WiFi connection
Timely installation of updates keeps the system up-to-date
- Remote AC: On / Off via App-
The smartphone app turns on the car's AC to attain the required cabin temperature even before one boards it
More so comes in handy when cabin temperatures are extreme before you board the vehicle
- Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App-
The smartphone app allows one to remotely lock/unlock the car's doors from just about anywhere
This function is helpful when the key fob isn't working properly
- Remote Sunroof: Open / Close via App-
The smartphone app lets you remotely open/close the sunroof of your car
This function saves valuable time by not having to be physically present to shut the sunroof, which could otherwise result in the interiors getting damaged by rain/intruders.
- Car Light Flashing & Honking via App-
The smartphone app sounds the horn and flashes the headlights of your car so that you can locate it
- Alexa Compatibility-
Alexa is a virtual assistant technology that allows voice interaction to perform various tasks
An invaluable function that allows the driver to keep their eyes on the road
- Remote Parking with Key-
Seats & Upholstery
- Massage Seats-
- Driver Seat Adjustment4 way electrically adjustable (lumbar up / down, lumbar forward / back) + 8 way manually adjustable (seat forward / back, backrest tilt forward / back, headrest up / down, seat height up / down)
- Front Passenger Seat Adjustment-
- Rear Row Seat Adjustment-
Rear seat adjustments make for an enlarged luggage space when there's lots of baggage to haul.
- Seat UpholsteryLeather
When it's time to replace, use a fabric that grips and are inherently cool to the touch
- Leather-wrapped Steering WheelYes
Leather not only grips your palms well, but it also offers a premium feel
- Leather-wrapped Gear KnobYes
- Driver ArmrestYes
The armrest located between the front passengers which helps comfort the driver's arm while driving
- Rear Passenger Seat TypeCaptain Seats
- Third Row Seat TypeNo
This row could either be a bench or a pair of jump/captain seats
When the need arises, the last row can double up as space for luggage.
- Ventilated SeatsNo
Cooled air from the AC system passes through the perforations on the seat to comfort the occupant
- Ventilated Seat TypeNo
- InteriorsSingle Tone
Depicts if the cabin comes with a single or dual-tone colour scheme
- Interior Colours-
The various color shades used within the cabin
- Rear ArmrestNo
- Folding Rear SeatPartial
Some rear seats have the option to be be folded to offer more practicality
- Split Rear Seat50:50 split
Sections of the rear seat are capable of being folded down separately
This function bumps up practicality as the boot space increases when required.
- Front Seatback PocketsYes
The pockets behind the front seats which help rear seat occupants store their stuff
- HeadrestsFront & Rear
The portion extending from or fixed to the seat that supports the head
Storage
- Cup HoldersFront & Rear
- Driver Armrest StorageYes
The storage space within the armrest that's located between the front passengers
- Cooled GloveboxYes
A feature where cool air from the air-conditioner is diverted to the glovebox
- Sunglass HolderNo
Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
- ORVM ColourBody Coloured
Mirrors that are placed on the car's exterior, around the door, to aid the driver see behind the vehicle
Placing/sticking wide-angle mirrors on the ORVMs can enhance the rear view tremendously.
- Scuff Plates-
This is fitted where the door meets the frame to protect it from scratches and dust
Not using scuff plates may result in the door sill giving away prematurely.
- Soft-close Door-
- Power WindowsFront Only
When the car's windows can be raised/lowered by pressing a button/switch
In emergencies where the power window electronics have jammed, exit the vehicle by kicking out the windscreen
- One Touch DownFront
This feature allows a user to roll down the windows with a single press of a button
This feature reduces the time your hand is away from the steering wheel
- One Touch UpFront
This feature allows a user to roll up the windows with a single press of a button
This feature reduces the time your hand is away from the steering wheel
- Adjustable ORVMsElectrically Adjustable & Retractable
Different ways of adjusting the door mirror to suit the driver's requirement
Tremendously aids driving judgement in a variety of tight situations.
- Turn Indicators on ORVMsNo
Turn indicators are fitted to the door mirrors for improved visibility
- Rear DefoggerNo
A feature that removes condensed water droplets from the rear windscreen to improve visibility
Turning air recirculation off helps gain faster results.
- Rear WiperNo
Although a seemingly minuscule feature, it negates the hatchback's/SUV's inherent ability to retain dirt/water on the rear windscreen.
- Exterior Door HandlesBody Coloured
- Rain-sensing WipersYes
When the system detects water droplets on the windshield, it activates the wipers to improve driver visibility
This feature can be intrusive especially while you are negotiating a tricky bend at a higher speed
- Interior Door HandlesChrome
- Door PocketsFront
- Side Window BlindsNo
These protective shields keep the sun's rays from affecting the occupants
With restrictions on darker sun films, these blinds are a huge relief on sunny days.
- Bootlid OpenerInternal with Remote
The various methods of opening the boot lid
- Rear Windshield BlindNo
A manually/electrically operated, usually translucent, screen designed to reduce the sunlight filtering into the cabin through the rear windshield to improve rear-cabin comfort and privacy
Exterior
- Roof-mounted AntennaNo
The compactness of the roof-mounted antenna prevents its damage in certain situations
- Body-coloured BumpersYes
Having parking sensors will save your bumper paint if it brushes by obstacles
- Chrome Finish Exhaust PipeYes
- Body KitNo
Functional or purely aesthetic parts added to the car's body such as side skirts and roof/bonnet scoops
- Rub-stripsNo
A strip of rubber fitted to the sides of the car's doors or bumpers to prevent dents and dings
Opt for quality strips because the cheaper ones tend to come off too soon/look shabby.
Lighting
- Ambient Interior Count-
- HeadlightsLED
- Automatic HeadlampsYes
Such headlights automatically switch on and off when they sense bright or dark driving conditions
Keeping them switched on at all times gives the user the best results
- Follow Me Home HeadlampsYes
The headlamps remain lit for sometime when the car is locked/unlocked to aid user visibility in dark surroundings
- Cornering HeadlightsPassive
These lights turn left and right based on steering inputs to illuminate the sides of the car
- TaillightsLED
Inspect tail lamp bulbs at periodic intervals for optimum safety.
- Daytime Running LightsLED
Lights that automatically switch on during the day for increased visibility
- Fog LightsLED on front, Halogen on rear
A type of lamp that improves driver visibility while driving through fog
The yellow/amber fog lights are preferable as they are warm to the eyes and do not reflect from the fog.
- Ambient Interior Lighting-
Additional lighting apart from the roof-mounted courtesy/map lamps. These are added for a sense of style and luxury rather than utility.
- Puddle LampsNo
Incorporated into the bottom section of a car's door mirrors, they light up the ground underneath the front door when the door is unlocked
- Cabin LampsFront
- Light on Vanity MirrorsDriver & Co-Driver
A lamp that's located around the vanity mirror behind the sun visor
- Rear Reading LampNo
- Glovebox LampYes
- Headlight Height AdjusterYes
Allows adjustment to the height of the headlight beams via a switch on the dashboard
Instrumentation
- Instantaneous ConsumptionYes
It indicates how much fuel is being used that very instant your car is moving
- Instrument ClusterAnalogue
A screen situated mostly behind the steering wheel displaying information and warning lights regarding the car's various vitals
- Trip Meter1 Trip
- Average Fuel ConsumptionYes
The amount of fuel consumed by the engine (kmpl) is displayed on the instrument cluster in real time
A glance will help you maintain better fuel efficiency and save money
- Average SpeedYes
The total distance traveled divided by the time taken to cover that distance
The higher the average speed, the quicker you were on that journey/trip
- Distance to EmptyYes
The approximate distance a car will run with the amount of fuel remaining in the tank
- ClockDigital
- Low Fuel Level WarningYes
This alert should be taken as a final warning to head straight to the fuel pump
- Door Ajar WarningYes
A warning light that pops up on the instrument cluster when the doors are not shut properly
- Adjustable Cluster BrightnessYes
The brightness of the instrument cluster can be adjusted via controls
It comes in handy to improve instrumentation visibility between day and night by toggling brightness.
- Gear IndicatorYes
It notifies the driver about which gear the car is being driven in and can also suggest down- or upshifting to improve efficiency
- Shift IndicatorDynamic
Notifies the driver about the optimum instances to shift gears
It comes in handy to derive the best fuel efficiency and engine component longevity
- Heads Up Display (HUD)No
This function allows specific data like 'speed' to reflect/project on the windscreen in the driver's line-of-sight
- TachometerAnalogue
An instrument that measures engine speed in revolutions-per-minute (rpm)
Ideally, the tachometer helps a driver know when to shift gears in a manual gearbox.
Entertainment, Information & Communication
- Android Auto-
An Android feature that allows car infotainment displays to mirror parts of the phone screen to ease touch operations while driving.
- Apple CarPlayYes
An Apple (iOS) feature that allows car infotainment displays to mirror parts of the iPhone screen to ease touch operations while driving.
This function bumps up the safety quotient since the use of a smartphone while driving can be hazardous
- DisplayLCD Display
A touchscreen or display that acts as a user's interface to the various functions of the car
- Touchscreen Size-
- Gesture Control-
The ability to recognise and interpret specific movements of the occupant to perform functions without any direct contact with any of the car's switches or buttons
- Display Screen for Rear PassengersNo
A touchscreen or display that acts as a user's interface to the various functions of the car
- Integrated (in-dash) Music SystemYes
The music player that comes factory fitted
- Speakers6
Number of speaker units as part of a car’s surround-sound system
- Steering-mounted controlsYes
The widely-used controls are placed on the steering wheel to ease driver usage
- Voice CommandYes
When the car's system responds to the occupant's voice to perform certain features
- GPS Navigation SystemNo
A system that uses satellite signals to help the driver with directions to reach a destination
- Bluetooth CompatibilityPhone & Audio Streaming
Allows devices with bluetooth functionality connect wirelessly to the car's infotainment system
Using Bluetooth functionality offers a cable-free experience
- AUX CompatibilityYes
The car's music player can play tracks off a portable device via an aux cable
Bluetooth can make AUX cables look ancient, but unlike the former, there's hardly any loss in sound quality
- AM/FM RadioYes
Is the music system's capability of playing broadcasted radio channels
If radio signals are weak, one can stream music
- USB CompatibilityYes
When tracks can be played from a USB/pen drive
- Wireless Charger-
These pads can charge equipped smartphones without using a cable
Given the option, opt for fast wireless charging.
- Head Unit Size2 Din
The size of the music system fitted to a car. Traditionally 1-DIN or 2-DIN, are being replaced by touchscreen units of varying sizes.
- iPod CompatibilityNo
- DVD PlaybackNo
The capability of the infotainment system to play DVDs
Manufacturer Warranty
- Battery Warranty (In Years)-
The number of years the EV battery is covered under the manufacturer's warranty
More the years, the better
- Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)-
The number of kilometres the EV battery is covered under the manufacturer's warranty
More the kilometres, the better
- Warranty (In Years)2
The automaker can void the vehicle's warranty if the owner has fitted aftermarket components.
- Warranty (In Kilometres)-
The automaker can void the vehicle's warranty if the owner has fitted aftermarket components.
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