Mahindra REVAi AC

Specifications

• Engine & Transmission
  Fuel Type

  Electric

  All cars in India either run on petrol, diesel, CNG, LPG or electric power.

  Transmission

  Automatic

  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.

  Alternate Fuel

  Electric

  Petrol cars can be fitted with CNG (compressed natural gas) kits or in some cases they come factory fitted as well. Then there are other systems like hybrid powertrain and electric motors which are expensive but have a much lower running cost.

  Maintaining a quarter tank of the primary fuel helps when you run out of the alternate fuel

• Dimensions & Weight
  Length

  2638 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: 2638

  Longer length results in more cabin space. It also adds to straight line stability.

  Width

  1324 mm

  A car's width is defined as its widest point without its mirrors.

  

  • Width: 1324

  Although more width gives you more lateral space inside the cabin, it makes the car more difficult to park in narrow spots.

  Height

  1510 mm

  The height of the car denotes the highest point of the vehicle from the ground.

  

  • Height: 1510

  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.

  Wheelbase

  1710 mm

  The space between the center of the front and rear wheels.

  

  • Wheelbase: 1710

  The longer the wheelbase, the more space there is inside the cabin.

  Ground Clearance

  150 mm

  It’s the space between the lowest point of the car and the ground.

  

  • Ground Clearance: 150

  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 Weight

  700 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
  Doors

  3 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.

  Seating Capacity

  4 Person

  The number of people that can be seated comfortably in the car, which has also been mandated by the car manufacturer.

  No of Rows

  2 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.

• Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres
  Minimum Turning Radius

  3.5 metres

  The official kerb-to-kerb minimum radius a car takes to complete a 180-degree turn.

  Shorter the turning radius, the lesser space you need to make a tight turn or to take a U-turn.

  Front Tyres

  145 / 70 R13

  The profile/dimension of rubber tyre that fits on the front wheels.

  Rear Tyres

  145 / 70 R13

  The profile/dimension of rubber tyre that fits on the rear wheels.

• Exterior
  Roof-mounted Antenna

  -

  The compactness of the roof-mounted antenna prevents its damage in certain situations

  Body-coloured Bumpers

  -

  Having parking sensors will save your bumper paint if it brushes by obstacles

• Braking & Traction
  Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

  -

  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)

  -

  An electronic system that redirects braking forces among the four brakes to stop the car as quickly and stably as possible

  Brake Assist (BA)

  -

  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)

  -

  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.

  Hill Hold Control

  -

  A feature that prevents the car from rolling backwards when stopped on a slope

• Safety
  Overspeed Warning

  -

  Mandatory safety system for cars sold in India, a single beep is emitted after 80kmph and continuous ones after 120kmph

  NCAP Rating

  -

  The official crash test safety rating given to a car by one of the many testing agencies around the world

  • Airbags
    -
  Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt

  -

  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.

  Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

  -

  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 Points

  -

  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 Warning

  -

  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.

• Comfort & Convenience
  Air Conditioner

  Yes (Manual)

  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
    -
  Heater

  -

  This feature allows warm air to pass through the air-con vents for heating the cabin

  Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors

  -

  Compact mirrors fitted to the inside of the sunvisor

  Cabin Boot Access

  -

  The option of being able to access the boot space while sitting inside the car

  Anti-glare Mirrors

  -

  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 Assist

  -

  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 Sensors

  -

  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

  Headlight and Ignition On Reminder

  -

  An alert that warns one from leaving the car with the headlight and ignition switched on

  Keyless Start/ Button Start

  -

  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 Adjustment

  -

  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 Outlets

  -

  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!

• Lighting
  • Headlights
    -
  Follow Me Home Headlamps

  -

  The headlamps remain lit for sometime when the car is locked/unlocked to aid user visibility in dark surroundings

  Taillights

  -

  Inspect tail lamp bulbs at periodic intervals for optimum safety.

  Daytime Running Lights

  -

  Lights that automatically switch on during the day for increased visibility

  Fog Lights

  -

  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.

  • Cabin Lamps
    -
  Headlight Height Adjuster

  -

  Allows adjustment to the height of the headlight beams via a switch on the dashboard

• Locks & Security
  Engine Immobiliser

  -

  A security device that prevents the engine from being started unless the key is present

  Central Locking

  -

  This feature let's one unlock all the doors remotely or with a key

  Speed Sensing Door Lock

  -

  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 Lock

  Yes

  Such locks are built into the rear doors to prevent rear seat occupants from opening the doors

• Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
  ORVM Colour

  -

  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.

  Power Windows

  -

  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 Down

  -

  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 Up

  -

  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 ORVMs

  -

  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 ORVMs

  -

  Turn indicators are fitted to the door mirrors for improved visibility

  Rear Defogger

  -

  A feature that removes condensed water droplets from the rear windscreen to improve visibility

  Turning air recirculation off helps gain faster results.

  • Exterior Door Handles
    -
  • Interior Door Handles
    -
  • Door Pockets
    -
  Bootlid Opener

  -

  The various methods of opening the boot lid

• 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 CarPlay

  -

  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

  Display

  -

  A touchscreen or display that acts as a user's interface to the various functions of the car

  • Touchscreen Size
    -
  Integrated (in-dash) Music System

  -

  The music player that comes factory fitted

  Speakers

  -

  Number of speaker units as part of a car’s surround-sound system

  Steering-mounted controls

  -

  The widely-used controls are placed on the steering wheel to ease driver usage

  Voice Command

  -

  When the car's system responds to the occupant's voice to perform certain features

  GPS Navigation System

  -

  A system that uses satellite signals to help the driver with directions to reach a destination

  Bluetooth Compatibility

  -

  Allows devices with bluetooth functionality connect wirelessly to the car's infotainment system

  Using Bluetooth functionality offers a cable-free experience

  AUX Compatibility

  -

  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 Radio

  -

  Is the music system's capability of playing broadcasted radio channels

  If radio signals are weak, one can stream music

  USB Compatibility

  -

  When tracks can be played from a USB/pen drive

  Head Unit Size

  -

  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 Compatibility
    -
  DVD Playback

  -

  The capability of the infotainment system to play DVDs

• 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

  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

  • Remote Parking with Key
    -

• Storage
  • Cup Holders
    -

• Seats & Upholstery
  • Driver Seat Adjustment
    -
  • Front Passenger Seat Adjustment
    -
  Seat Upholstery

  -

  When it's time to replace, use a fabric that grips and are inherently cool to the touch

  Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

  -

  Leather not only grips your palms well, but it also offers a premium feel

  • Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
    -
  • Rear Passenger Seat Type
    -
  Interiors

  -

  Depicts if the cabin comes with a single or dual-tone colour scheme

  Interior Colours

  -

  The various color shades used within the cabin

  Folding Rear Seat

  -

  Some rear seats have the option to be be folded to offer more practicality

  Split Rear Seat

  -

  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 Pockets

  -

  The pockets behind the front seats which help rear seat occupants store their stuff

  Headrests

  -

  The portion extending from or fixed to the seat that supports the head

• Instrumentation
  Instrument Cluster

  -

  A screen situated mostly behind the steering wheel displaying information and warning lights regarding the car's various vitals

  • Trip Meter
    -
  Average Fuel Consumption

  -

  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

  Distance to Empty

  -

  The approximate distance a car will run with the amount of fuel remaining in the tank

  • Clock
    -
  Low Fuel Level Warning

  -

  This alert should be taken as a final warning to head straight to the fuel pump

  Door Ajar Warning

  -

  A warning light that pops up on the instrument cluster when the doors are not shut properly

• 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)

  -

  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.