Skoda
Skoda Superb Ambition in India: Full Review
Article by Raza Ahmed
Launched back in 2009, the Skoda Superb is one of our favorite cars in the premium sedan segment. With subtle Czech’s appeal, clever engineering and premium class interiors, you will be surprised to know that it is not a Beemer or Merc. Following rise on excise duty implied by Union Budget, several automotive brands were compelled to compensate by offering a revised price tag. Others offered stripped down variants of high-end models at a cheaper rate.
For Skoda, it is the Skoda Superb Ambition trim, the cheaper variant of the marvelous Superb sedan. We know that most of us have this picture of a cut price variant to be stripped down, low quality machine with just the essentials. Don’t [...]
Unconventional Comparison: Skoda Yeti, Maruti Ertiga and Tata Aria
Article by Raza Ahmed
Skoda Yeti:-
From the German automaker, is the crossover which we at IndianDrives are just in love with. It is smart and more practical than most SUVs out there, and is the only crossover offered by Skoda. Yes, it’s the Skoda Yeti.
For some reason, it did not perform so well in the Indian market, however, we have tested it and also tested the new 4X2 version and it definitely gives more than a match to luxury segment SUVs in the market. And why not? it is more compact, cleaner, and offers a fuel-economy that wont burn holes in your pocket.
Exterior:
From outside, it is the arguably the most stunning to look at. On the front, it features chrome radiator grille, which is surrounded by bold headlamps [...]
Skoda Yeti in India: First ride review
Article by Raza Ahmed
A Yeti is a myth, but this baby beast has learned to walk on two. The predecessor of this SUV, Yeti 4X4 was clearly a fun to drive, powerful, small machine. However, the rising fuel costs made it appear like a thirsty monster.
How cleverly, Skoda took initiatives to give this myth, a touch of reality. The new Skoda Yeti 4X2, is now front wheel drive only. And the changes don’t stick to the transfer case alone, the engine has been tuned to give less horses. The power figures now are as 110bhp from 140 bhp and the torque is reduced to 250Nm from 320Nm. Also, to keep the power going to wheels at this reduced torque and power figures, Yeti employs new 5-speed transmission.
The Skoda 4X4 Yeti was [...]
Nissan Sunny vs. Skoda Rapid – A comparison
Article by Kaushik Chakraborty
The line-up of diesel sedans available under the Rs.10 lakh bracket in the Indian market has further been boosted by the launch of two new diesel sedan variants of Nissan Sunny and Skoda Rapid. The Skoda Rapid is a modification of the Volkswagen Vento even sharing a similar engine but coming at a lower price bracket. The Sunny shares the same dynamic V-platform that the Nissan Micra has been built on. The Rapid has the solidity associated with the European sedans whereas the Sunny reflects the Japanese capability of producing economic vehicles. A comparison has been carried out among these two cars to identify which car has been provided with the better capability of delivering.
The Looks Aspect:
While [...]
Volkswagen Jetta vs. Skoda Laura vs. Chevrolet Cruze
Article by Kaushik Chakraborty
The Skoda Laura has been, till date, seating comfortably at the top of the luxury diesel-car segment. It has dominated because of lack of quality competition as well as its pricing and features which combines to make it a good enough investment for buyers.
The scenario might be changing now with the entry of the Chevrolet Cruze, which has great pricing even for its all-features loaded variant.
If we throw the latest Volkswagen Jetta into this mix, albeit with its latest price tag, then we have created an interesting trio that will compete to reach the top of this segment.
The Interiors and Exteriors:
These are parameters that the Chevrolet Cruze dominates. This latest car has eye-catching [...]
