The Tata Tiago is one among the best small hatchbacks in India and it is also the best seller for Tata motors. It offers segment best safety standards, comfortable cabin and robust mechanicals. The XT variant onwards gets a 2DIN infotainment system with the XZ variant onwards receiving a touchscreen unit with steering mounted audio controls till date.

However now, the XT variant too gets steering mounted audio controls with Bluetooth telephony, paired to the touch based monochrome head unit. This improves driver focus towards the road, without the need to take their

hands off the steering wheel.

The XT Variant gets a 2DIN audio system with 4 Harman speakers which sound impressive. The head unit offers reverse sensor monitor with NaviMaps & Juke car app compatibility as well. The steering mounted audio controls are now a part of standard equipment on this Variant with a price increase of just Rs.1000. The Tiago XT now is priced at Rs.5.34L ex showroom.

Apart from the additional feature, the new range of Tata Tiagos manufactured since the month of August will receive a updated front door pad design. The armrest and grab handles receive a new and more premium design with changes made to the locking mechanism as well.

Gone are the Maruti 800 style pop up door locks and that have made way to a conventional and more aesthetically pleasing design. The door lock lever is now integrated with the door handle, which itself is now sleeker and robust. The top spec XZ+ Variant is expected to receive a metal finish on the door handle with piano Black finish on the armrest.

There is no price increase for this design change and the rest of the car and features remain the same.

While there weren’t any significant players that could knock it off, the tech savvy world is difficult to keep up with. Not too difficult for new cars as they come up with updated tech. So naturally, it is important to keep up with fight competition and Hyundai has done just that. Launched in March this year, the new Creta not only looks different but also comes with updated tech, new features, new engines and much more!

Exterior:
Starting from the front, the new Creta gets new LED DRL’s, new triple beam headlamps and a typical new- gen huge front grill. The side profile looks beefier

but the 17- inch diamond cut profile wheels gives a sort of a geeky vibe. The LED striped tail lamps at the rear and a twin ‘tip’ exhaust give it a very different look, obviously. We personally think the looks of the Creta 2020 are a bit average. While it has a muscular feel to it, there are elements that make it seem low key and toned down. A combination that is quite difficult to make it a success.

 

Interior:
The inside of the new 2020 Creta is more interesting. The top of the line variant gets a mix of while and black while the Turbo GDI variant gets all Black interior with red highlights. A refreshed dashboard, 10.25 inch infotainment touchscreen system, a 7 inch instrument panel, a panoramic sunroof, wireless charging, air purifier, a TPMS system, a cooled glove box, LED reading lamps, a BOSE audio system, raise- able sun blinds, a new steering wheel takes this car to a whole new level in this segment in terms of the ambience it offers.
 

2020 Hyundai Creta Price and variants:

The variants of the Creta 2020 are well spread out. Starting from the E variant, EX, S SX, and SX(O) at the top, prices begin from 9.99 Lakhs Ex- showroom and go upto 17.20 Lakhs. While it does seem like a competitive price especially in the mid variants, the top variants go a tad higher. The car comes in many colors though- 10 of them!

 

Engine and power:

The 2020 Hyundai Creta comes with three BS6 engine options- a 1.4-litre Kappa Turbo-GDi petrol engine that produces 140PS and 242Nm of torque. In typical Hyundai style, it is mated to a 7-speed DCT gearbox. The second petrol engine option is a 1.5-litre MPi motor that produces 115PS and 144Nm of torque, paired to a 6-speed manual transmission unit or a CVT gearbox. The third option is a 1.5-litre U2 diesel engine that produces 115PS and 250Nm of torque, mated to a 6-speed manual transmission gearbox or a 6-speed torque converter unit.

 

While Kia Seltos, Tata Harrier and MG Hector have been making the competition in this segment pretty melodious. The 2020 Creta with its features and price has been making the right kind of noises.

The New Ford Endeavour Sport Variant gets Glossy black replacing the chrome on the outside. The Front grille, Skid plates, Bumper accents, Tailgate strip, fender badges and the 18” alloy wheels will be finished in glossy black. A unique Sport badging will be provided on the tailgate and the lower part of the rear doors.

On the inside, this new Sport Variant will receive an all-black treatment including glossy black panels on the dashboard and centre console. The Headliner and Leather seats will also continue the black theme.

Other than these changes, the Endeavour

Sport will carry forward the same specifications as on the regular variants. Standard features will include:

• Bi-LED headlamps with LED DRLs

• Auto folding ORVMs

• Panoramic sunroof

• Powered driver seat

• 18” Alloy wheels

• Dual-zone automatic climate control

• Auto headlamps & wipers

• Cruise control

• 8” Touchscreen system with Sync 3

• 10 speaker surround system with subwoofer

• Android Auto & Apple car play

• Ford pass connected car features

• Reverse camera

• Electric tailgate

• Power folding 3rd-row seats

• Smart key with push-button start

• Terrain management system on 4x4 variant

• Auto park assist

Safety:

Standard safety features on the Endeavour Sport BS6 include:

• ABS with EBD

• All-wheel disc brakes

• Corner braking control

• 7 airbags

• Electronic stability program

• Traction control

• Hill hold control

• Hill descent control

• Tyre pressure monitor

• Rollover mitigation

• Electronic brake prefill

• Hydraulic brake assist

• Perimetric alarm system

• Front parking sensors

• Pretensioner seatbelts

• ISOFIX child seat mounts

• Ford pass tracking with Geo-fencing

Powertrain:

       The Endeavour Sport variant will carry forward the very same 2.0L EcoBlue 4 cyl turbo diesel engine producing 170PS and 420NM through the new 10 Speed Automatic transmission. The Sport variant is likely to be available in both 2WD & 4WD versions. International version will be available in 2.0-liter Twin-Turbo ecoblue diesel engine, It will produce 213hp of power, 500Nm of torque, 4WD with 10 speed AT.

Launch & price:

 When launched the Endeavour Sport will compete against the Toyota Fortuner TRD Limited edition and could be priced at a slight premium over the standard Endeavour versions. (Rs 30L to Rs 34.8L ex-showroom)