Built on a longer wheelbase and loaded with tech, the new Mercedes-Benz GLE promises to elevate the luxury SUV game. We take it out for an exclusive India drive.
You are familiar with the Innova Crysta. Now, meet the XXL-sized Toyota Vellfire, an MPV that thinks it’s a luxury car.
What’s it like to drive a current championship-winning Formula 1 race car? Karun Chandhok recaps his experience driving the Mercedes W10 at Silverstone exclusively in Autocar India’s December 2019 issue.
The S-Presso is Maruti Suzuki’s long-overdue answer to the Renault Kwid. We compare the two to pick a winner. 
We find out if the Hyundai Elantra facelift has the goods to take on its fiercest rivals – the Honda Civic and Skoda Octavia.
Our December 2019 issue also packs in a first drive of the Mercedes-Benz G 350d, a quick first look at the 620hp Ferrari Roma and a full report of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz Classic Car Rally. On the two-wheeler front, we have reviews of the Ultraviolette F77, Ducati Panigale V2 and a shootout between the Benelli Imperiale 400, Jawa Forty Two and Royal Enfield Classic 350. Read more news, reviews and features in our December 2019 issue.

Autocar India’s October 2021 issue is headlined by a feature on 50 new cars that are arriving in India in the next 12 months, so you’ll definitely want to read this before deciding on your next car purchase. There’s also reviews of the MG Astor, Hyundai i20 N Line and the TVS Raider 125. Plus, there’s comparisons between the Hyundai i20 N Line and the Volkswagen Polo GT TSI, and the 2021 Royal Enfield Classic 350 with the Honda H’ness CB350. Furthermore, there’s features about driving a Mercedes-Benz EQC in search of clean and green electricity and driving a Nexon EV on Mumbai’s Coastal Road project. There’s all this and so much more. Grab your copy now!

Our 22ndAnniversary issue carries the first drive of the highly anticipated Tesla Model 3 on Indian roads. The focus on EV’s doesn’t stop there, as we pit the Audi e-Tron Sportback, Jaguar I-Pace and Mercedes EQC against each other in a luxury EV comparison. We also see if Audi’s new e-Tron Sportback can beat an electric train. If EVs aren’t quite your thing, we have you covered, as we test the new twin-turbo, V8 powered Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S Coupe, the blisteringly quick Audi RS5 Sportback and the new and improved Force Gurkha. Taking it a step further, we also experience the insane made-in-India Kalyani M4 armoured vehicle. This is accompanied with plenty of other reviews, features and news stories you’ll enjoy.

This month, we take a group of supercars to try out the new high-speed test track at NATRAX near Indore. We have an exclusive first drive of Audi’s sexier e-tron Sportback electric SUV, plus a ride of the long-awaited Triumph Trident 660. We’ve also compared the Hyundai Alcazar to the Tata Safari, and the Renault Kiger to its Japanese cousin, the Nissan Magnite. We tell you how MG has managed to stay successful after two years in the market, and also how Ford, after 25 years, has its work cut out for it. Plus, the Bolero Neo, Mercedes EQS, Honda’s new Creta rival and so much more. Grab the August 2021 issue now!

As we unlock again, there’s a whole barrage of new SUVs headed your way, and we’ve driven them all. Right from Skoda’s freshest salvo – the Kushaq– to Hyundai’s three-row Safari rival, the Alcazar. Luxury EVs like the Jaguar I-Pace and Audi e-tron, to the pinnacles of performance and luxury – the Aston Martin DBX and Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600. But that’s not all; we’ve also driven the all-new S-Class and the stunning Ferrari Roma. And the third generation of India’s favourite superbike – the Suzuki Hayabusa. Check out the issue now!

Our June 2021 issue carries the first drive of the all-new Skoda Octavia, the Maserati MC20 review and a comparison between the Mercedes-Benz A-Class and BMW 2 Series luxury sedans. We also compare the Ducati Panigale V2 against the Triumph Street Triple RS out on track to see which one comes out on top. Features such as the Tata-Mercedes secret car for India and the 75-year celebration of the Vespa brand are also in the issue, along with plenty of other reviews, features and news stories.

Our exclusive story about the future of Mahindra and its upcoming SUVs.
We attempt to break lap records at three different racetracks in India in the 600hp Audi RS Q8 SUV.
Also in the May 2021 issue are reviews of the BMW 6 Series GT facelift, the Hyundai Alcazar prototype and the all-new Porsche 911 GT3. There’s also our comprehensive road test review of the new Mercedes-Benz A-Class Limousine, our drive through the Satpura Tiger Reserve in a Nexon EV, a comparison between the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V, the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and the Hero Xtreme 160R, first rides of the BS6 Bajaj Avenger, the 2021 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, along with more news, features and reviews. 

We take an exclusive first drive in Mercedes’ baby SUV in India – the all-new GLA.
A first look at the production versions of two new mid-size SUVs from the VW Group – the Skoda Kushaq and the Volkswagen Taigun.
Also in the April 2021 issue are reviews of the Mercedes-Benz E-class facelift, the BMW 330Li Gran Limousine and the updated Audi S5 Sportback. There’s also our annual Drag Day feature, the Autocar Awards 2021, an in-depth road rtest of the new Mahindra Thar, a comparison between the Bajaj Pulsar NS200, the Honda Hornet 2.0 and the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V, first rides of the updated
KTM 125 Duke, the new Honda CB350 RS, the Benelli TRK 502, the Kawasaki Versys 1000 and plenty of more news, features and reviews.

Citroen is set to enter India with the funky new, premium SUV – the C5 Aircross.
Renault’s cool-looking Kiger looks to carve a space for itself in the hotly-contested compact SUV segment. 
Also in the March 2021 issue are drives of the Mercedes-Benz A-class Limousine and GLC petrol, BMW M340i and 220i Gran Coupe, Mahindra XUV300 petrol-AMT, and 2021 VW Polo Cup car. It also has our annual Track Day with Narain Karthikeyan, road tests of the Tata Altroz iTurbo and Aprilia SXR 160, a comparison between the Yamaha FZ25 and Suzuki Gixxer 250, and rides of the new Jawa Forty Two, made-in-Goa Kabira KM3000 and KM4000 EVs, new Ducati Multistrada 950 S, and loads more news, features and reviews.

With Tesla officially India bound, we’ve got our hands on the Model X SUV to get a taste of things to come. Our exclusive India drive story in this EV special has all the details.
On the other hand if you’re looking for affordable EVs, your three best options include the Tata Nexon EV, Hyundai Kona Electric and MG ZS EV. This comparison tells you which all-electric SUV to spend your money on.
There’s also all the details on Indian EV start-up Pravaig and an exclusive drive of their prototype the Extinction EV. The Bengaluru-based company isn’t going to sell their car however but is looking to disrupt by offering a luxury fleet service.  
The Ather 450X e-scooter has made its mark in the two-wheeler EV space. Our in-depth road test has all the numbers. Also in is a UK drive of the Ford Mustang Mach-E, the all electric crossover that’s also India bound. 
Also in the February 2021 issue are drive of a near-production Skoda Kushaq, the Tata Safari, Jeep Compass facelift and more. In addition, three turbo-petrol premium hatchbacks – the Altroz, i20 and Polo – face-off, Nissan’s Magnite takes on Maruti’s Vitara Brezza, and we holiday in a Mercedes EQC. We also have first rides of the Jawa Perak and the updated TVS Apache RTR 200. Read more news, reviews and features in the electrifying EV special that is our February 2021 issue.

The Volkswagen Taigun – VW’s eagerly-anticipated Hyundai Creta rival – will be in showrooms by mid-2021. Our first look story details why it is certain to warrant your attention.
Shopping for a premium diesel hatchback? We line up all two of your options – the new Hyundai i20 and Tata Altroz – to pick a winner.
After being two decades in the making, the Atal Tunnel in Himachal Pradesh is finally open. We shoot off in the Audi Q8 and the Audi RS Q8 to contrast this brand-new route with the legendary old one that runs via Rohtang Pass.
A significant price correction means the updated BMW G 310 GS is a much more relevant rival to the KTM 390 Adventure. We tell you which is the ADV to pick.
Also part of the January 2021 issue are drives of the Audi A4 facelift, BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe, new Volvo S60, Mercedes-AMG GT Black Seriesand more. Additionally, there’s a super-sedan face-off involving the new Audi RS7 Sportback and the BMW M5 Competition + a detailed road test of the Tata Nexon EV. To go with these, we’ve also got first rides of the Aprilia SXR 160 and Triumph Tiger 900 Rally. Read more news and features in our action-packed January 2021 issue.

Don’t sign that cheque just yet – our December 2020 issue features a barrage of new vehicles are set to be launched in India next year, including a wide variety of SUVs, sedans, MPVs, performance cars, hatchbacks and even electric vehicles!
We bring you a glimpse of the 2021 Mahindra XUV500 and tell you all about the second-gen SUV, which will be bigger, plusher and loaded with tech.
With its shock pricing, the Nissan Magnite certainly has everyone’s attention – but does it have what it takes to disrupt the compact SUV segment?
We put Kia’s latest offering for India, the Sonet compact SUV, through its paces in our comprehensive road test.
Why fly when you can fly instead? Confused? We make a case for the seriously fast BMW M8 Coupe on an impulsive drive from Delhi to Mumbai.
We set off in search of the fastest road in India, armed with the mighty Mercedes-AMG GT R.
The retro motorcycle segment is heating up, and we’ve pit two new arrivals – the Royal Enfield Meteor 350 and Honda H’ness CB 350 – against the Benelli Imperiale 400 to pick a winner.
Also part of this issue are drives of the new Hyundai i20 Turbo, Skoda Octavia RS 245, Ferrari 812 GTS, BMW X6, X3 M and M5 Competition, as well as first rides of the BS6 Suzuki Gixxer SF 250 and updated BMW G 310 R. Read more news, reviews and features in Autocar India’s December 2020 issue.

The all-new, third-generation Hyundai i20 gets more of everything. We get behind the wheel to find out just how much of an improvement it it over its predecessor.
The Royal Enfield Meteor 350 is the first motorcycle based on RE’s brand-new 350cc platform, and a quick first ride confirms it’s a big step forward.
The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe is the new entry point into the brand’s sedan portfolio in India. So, just how ‘gran’ is the front-wheel-drive baby Bimmer?
We bring you a closer look at the production-spec Nissan Magnite compact SUV, which is set to go on sale in India in the coming weeks.
We bring you an exhaustive study on the overall cost of maintenance of cars over a 60,000km, 5-year period. 
The Bajaj Dominar 250 and Suzuki Gixxer 250 cost nearly the same amount of money. Which of these quarter-litre motorcycles should you buy? We help you decide.
Our November 2020 issue also packs first drives of the Hyundai Tucson facelift, Skoda Rapid 1.0 TSI AT, Volkswagen Polo GT TSI AT, updated Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 Coupe and the new Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 Coupe. To go with these, we also have first rides of the Honda Hornet 2.0, BMW F 900 XR, 2020 Kawasaki Z650. Read more news, reviews and features in the November 2020 issue of Autocar India.

Part SUV, part large hatchback, the Audi Q2 is pure crossover. But what exactly does it bring to the table, and what’s it like to drive on our roads? We bring you an exclusive first drive.
In the blue corner, we have the Kia Sonet; in the red corner, the Hyundai Venue. We play referee in the battle of the Korean compact SUVs.
Compared to the standard Cayenne we’ve all come to know so well, the Porsche Cayenne Coupé delivers some much-needed style, a bit more agility and a whole lot more Porsche.
Looking for a big and tough SUV that has enough room for the entire family? We line up the MG Gloster alongside its rivals-in-chief – the Ford Endeavour, Toyota Fortuner and Mahindra Alturas G4 – to pick a winner.
In the ongoing search for supercars in uncanny places, we end up exploring the beautiful state of Odisha, led by one very special limited-edition Lamborghini Huracán.
We get astride the Triumph Tiger 900 GT and learn that the new entry-level Tiger for India has a lot more to offer than its predecessor.
Our October 2020 issue also features first drives of the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Turbo, second-gen Rolls-Royce Ghost, our detailed road test of the MG Gloster and first rides of the Triumph Street Triple R, BGauss B8 electric scooter, Aprilia SR 160 Race Edition and the BS6 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650. Read more news, reviews and features in our October 2020 issue.

Can the Sonet replicate the success Kia first tasted with the Seltos?
We drive a Ferrari GTC4 Lusso to Alibag, but this time, the journey also involves a ferry!
Audi has launched two 600hp missiles in quick succession. We try out the new-gen RS7 Sportback and RS Q8 SUV.
Mercedes’ all-electric EQC SUV is India’s first luxury EV.
Six midsize sedans – new Honda City, Hyundai Verna facelift, Maruti Suzuki Ciaz, Skoda Rapid, Volkswagen Vento and Toyota Yaris – enter the ring.
Does the Kia Carnival have what it takes to lure buyers away from the incredibly popular Toyota Innova Crysta?
The latest Mercedes-Benz S-class brings tech innovations and is headed to India next year.
In its second generation, the Mahindra Thar is so much more than just a hardy off-roader.
We sit back and relax in two cars you can really stretch out in – the Mercedes-Benz E-class and the Toyota Vellfire.
Yamaha’s Fascino 125 takes on the Suzuki Access 125 and the TVS Ntorq.
Also part of Autocar India’s mega 21st Anniversary issue are drives of the Maruti Suzuki S-cross petrol, Renault Duster Turbo, Volkswagen Vento 1.0 TSI automatic, Renault Triber AMT, Maserati Levante S, Bugatti Divo and the Ferrari Roma. Plus, there’s a detailed road test of the fifth-gen Honda City and first rides of the Husqvarna Svartpilen and Vitpilen 250s. Read more news, reviews and features in our 21st Anniversary issue.

It has a new face – but what else should you know about the Urban Cruiser, Toyota’s Vitara Brezza-based compact SUV? We break it down for you.
With its stunning looks, weighty equipment list and variety of powertrain options, Kia’s Sonet looks primed to continue the company’s winning streak.
Nissan’s brand-new compact SUV for India, the Magnite, has been previewed in concept form ahead of its launch early next year.
Does the Nissan Kicks’ new 156hp turbo-petrol engine have that kick?
The fifth-generation Honda City takes on the facelifted Hyundai Verna.
Can the facelifted Tata Nexon beat the compact SUV champ – the Hyundai Venue?
We bring you exclusive first rides of the updated-for-2020 Kawasaki Ninja 650 and 1000 SX.
We’ve also packed in first drives of the Volkswagen Vento 1.0 TSI, Honda WR-V facelift, MG Hector Plus, Toyota Innova 2.4 AT and the Skoda Superb facelift. Plus, there’s an exhaustive road test of the 2020 Tata Harrier as well as a fun day out with Mercedes-AMG’s GT 63 4-door Coupe and C63 Coupe. To go with these, we’ve packed in road tests of the Bajaj Dominar 250 and Hero Xtreme 160R. Read more news and features in our August 2020 issue.

In its latest generation, the Mercedes-Benz GLS wants to lay claim to the ‘S-class of SUVs’ title. But is it really that good? We find out.
It’s a review many of you have been waiting for – we get behind the wheel of Volkswagen’s premium crossover, the T-Roc.
Just how much of a step-up is the fifth-gen Honda City compared to its predecessor?
A midlife update brings styling changes, new engines and more features to the Hyundai Verna.
The upgrade to BS6-spec has brought a bigger, 160cc engine for the Aprilia SR.
Also part of this issue are drives of the Maruti Suzuki Dzire facelift, new Mercedes-Benz GLA and the Ferrari SF90 Stradale. Plus, there’s a detailed road test of the Skoda Rapid 1.0 TSI, a road test of the BS6 TVS Apache RTR 200 4V and much more. Read more news, reviews and features in our July 2020 issue.

It’s the face-off India has been waiting for – the new Hyundai Creta takes on the Kia Seltos in the battle for midsize SUV supremacy. Basics to bear in mind when it’s time to get behind the wheel once again and drive in the times of COVID-19.
Even before there was the 800, there was an obscure, 250cc German car in the running to become the first Maruti. We unearth its mystery. We list out the most affordable cars in which you can clock 250kph. We take a look back at how carmakers in India have evolved over the last 250 months Members of the Autocar India team recount the first time they clocked 250kph on the road.
We tell you all about TVS-owned British bike maker Norton Motorcycles.
Also part of our special 250th issue are drives of the new Hyundai Creta diesel and Volkswagen’s Polo 1.0 TSI, and to commemorate 250 months of Autocar India, there are more features that focus on the number ‘250’ – from the best 250km road trips in India, hypercars that have hit the 250mph mark, a look at Ferrari’s illustrious ‘250’ series of cars, to the history of 250cc motorcycles, cars and bikes that lived for 250 months and much more. Read more news,
reviews and features in our June 2020 issue.

If it’s an all-electric SUV that you want to buy, which one should it be – the MG ZS EV or the Hyundai Kona Electric? We bring you the answer.
BMW’s stylish entry-level four-door, the 2 Series Gran Coupe, is headed to India. We get behind the wheel for a quick first drive.
The all-new Turbo S is just as good as you’d expect a 650hp Porsche 911 to be.
After the hatchback, Audi has now revealed the second-gen A3 Sedan. We tell you all you need to know about it 
BMW Motorrad's S1000 XR is more comfy superbike than go-anywhere ADV. We tell you more about it in our first ride report.
Also part of this issue are our annual sales analysis, a handy guide on how to ready your car post the lockdown, a tribute to Royal Enfield’s now-discontinued 500cc engine and much more. Read more news, reviews and features in our May 2020 issue.


There is a lockdown in effect across India to prevent the spread of coronavirus, but you can still read the latest issue of Autocar India, which is available to download for FREE – and you certainly don’t want to miss this one!

Clean-cut, petrol-powered and equipped with a twin-clutch automatic, the Skoda Karoq is more scaled-down Kodiaq than new Yeti, and we’ve taken it out for an exclusive India drive.

The all-new Land Rover Defender is back to reclaim the mantle of the most capable off-roader in the world. We go on an epic drive across Namibia to test the claims the legendary brand has made about the Defender’s new avatar.

Just how do you improve on one of the best SUVs of the last decade? Piling on more equipment and powertrain options sure helps, but Hyundai has gone a step further with the second-gen Creta.

A more powerful 170hp diesel engine, an automatic gearbox option and more kit add to the Tata Harrier's appeal.

How does the TVS iQube fit into the growing electric two-wheeler space in India? We find out.

Our April 2020 issue also packs in drives of the Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza facelift, Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe facelift, updated Land Rover Discovery Sport, refreshed BMW X1, Volkswagen’s 7-seat Tiguan Allspace, new BMW X5 M Competition, a comprehensive road test of all versions of the Kia Seltos and a showdown between the Tata Harrier automatic and Jeep Compass automatic. To go with these, we’ve packed in first rides of the BS6 KTM 200 Duke, Honda Activa 6G, Triumph Tiger 900 and a detailed road test of the KTM 390 Adventure. Read more news, reviews and features in our April 2020 issue.

The second-generation Hyundai Creta has made its debuted, and it’s counting on extroverted styling, high-quality cabin and a whole range of engine-gearbox combinations to become the midsize SUV to buy. We take a closer look.
The Tata Sierra EV concept wowed showgoers at Auto Expo 2020, and was arguably the most-loved show car at the event. The big news is that it could make it to production.  
To follow up on the success of the Hector and ZS EV, MG will launch the Gloster SUV in India later this year. We tell you what to expect from this full-size SUV.
The first model to be based on the Volkswagen Group’s MQB A0 IN platform, the Vision IN previews a brand-new midsize SUV from Skoda due in 2021. We’ve got all the details you should know about.
Despite the many hurdles in the road leading to the Auto Expo, the event did happen and it witnessed a slew of unveils and debuts from two- and four-wheeler manufacturers. We bring you the highlights.
Resurrecting the Chetak nameplate may be a marketing masterstroke, but does Bajaj’s new electric scooter strike a chord?
Our March 2020 issue also packs in a drive of the Toyota Vellfire luxury MPV, we bring you all the excitement from Autocar India’s very own drag race day, highlights of the 2020 edition of the 21 Gun Salute rally, reviews of the BS6 TVS Apache RR 310, Ather 450X, BMW F900 and 900 XR, and a fun face-off between two of India’s most affordable petrol-powered two-wheelers. Read more news, reviews and features in our March 2020 issue.

It has come to India long after its global debut. So has Audi’s new flagship sedan, the A8 L, been worth the wait? We take it out for an exclusive India drive to bring you the answer.
The DBX is the first SUV from Aston Martin in its 106-year history, and one that – as a drive in a prototype revealed – could change the fortunes of the iconic British brand. 
The BS6-compliant Ford Endeavour looks similar to the BS4 model, but now comes with an all-new, 2.0-litre diesel engine and a 10-speed automatic gearbox. We take it out for an exclusive drive.
The sedan version of the Grand i10 Nios has arrived in the form of the Hyundai Aura. How good is it? And can it win buyers in the compact sedan segment? We find out.
Tata’s first long-range all-electric SUV, the Nexon EV, promises to be practical and affordable, and we’ve driven it.
The Carnival is Kia’s second model for India, and it’s here to redefine the premium MPV segment.
Our February 2020 issue also packs in first drives of the Jeep Compass BS6, Toyota’s range of electrified vehicles, Volvo XC40 T4 petrol as well as Audi’s Q8 and RS Q8. What’s also part of this issue are a detailed breakdown of the upcoming BS6 emission norms and an exhaustive preview of Auto Expo 2020. On the two-wheeler front, we have reviews of the KTM 390 Adventure, BS6 Suzuki Access 125, Yamaha’s Fascino 125 and Ray-ZR 125 and the Ducati Multistrada 1260 Enduro. Read more news, reviews and features in our February 2020 issue.

Practicality, space and value for money be damned, Range Rover’s baby Velar, the second-gen Evoque, is here to make you go weak in the knees. We take it out for an exclusive India drive.
The all-new Honda City, set to go on sale in India by mid-2020, is more revolution than evolution, as a quick first look reveals.
Tata’s all-electric SUV, the Nexon EV, is likely to be India’s most affordable long-range SUV. We take a closer look. 
The successor to the Xcent has been revealed – we bring you first pictures and details of the Hyundai Aura.
The Altroz marks Tata Motors’ foray into the premium hatchback segment, and having driven it, we can tell you there’s more to it than just its striking design.
New electric SUV from MG Motor, the ZS EV, is likely to follow in the footsteps of the hugely popular Hector but with a zero-carbon footprint. We drive it.
Our January 2020 issue also packs in first drives of the Mercedes-Benz GLC facelift, Audi Q8 and Jaguar XE facelift, a road test of the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios and the full list of winners at the Autocar Awards 2020. On the two-wheeler front, we have reviews of the BS6-compliant Honda Activa 125 FI, updated TVS Apache RTR 160 and 200 and a full road test of the Benelli Leoncino 250. Read more news, reviews and features in our January 2020 issue.

We’ve listed out every new car and SUV set to be launched in India in 2020, and there are well over 60 names on this list!
Is Maruti’s new S-Presso ‘mini-SUV’ a shot in the dark or does it have a lasting effect like its namesake?
Porsche’s first full-electric sportscar, the four-door Taycan, is tasked with crossing nine countries. We join the bandwagon on the last leg to ‘charge’ to the finish.
A replacement, a tribute and perhaps the last of its kind – we head to Maranello to drive the Ferrari F8 Tributo.
The new BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe has to deliver stunning looks, sportscar-like performance and a dose of practicality. We find out if it does.
The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios takes small but significant steps to move the game forward in this class. We pit it against two of its fiercest rivals – the Maruti Suzuki Swift and Ford Figo.
Our November 2019 issue also packs in first drives of the Renault Kwid facelift, Skoda Kodiaq Scout, Hyundai Elantra facelift, new Bentley Flying Spur and Datsun Go CVT. On the two-wheeler front, we have reviews of the KTM 790 Duke, updated Triumph Street Triple RS and a shootout between the Hero MotoCorp Xtreme 200S and Suzuki Gixxer SF. Read more news, reviews and features in our November 2019 issue.

The long-awaited new A6 is the first salvo from Audi in its fight to claw back lost ground. We take it out for an exclusive India drive.
Seven seats in a sub-four-metre car is something that has been tried before, but it is the brilliantly conceived Renault Triber that gets the formula right. 
Armed with a new, 1.9-litre diesel engine and an automatic gearbox, the Isuzu V-Cross is also now significantly more expensive. Is it worth the asking price? 
With a strong engine and SUV pretence, the Hyundai Venue 1.0 turbo-petrol seems to be the one that can do it all. We find out if it can defeat the Tata Nexon, Mahindra XUV300 and Ford EcoSport.
Is MG’s first SUV for India, the Hector, worth all the hype? We answer that question with a full-fledged road test.
We pick the cars you should consider buying before they are axed in the run up to the stricter BS6 emission norms.
Our October 2019 issue also packs in a detailed first look at the India-bound new Land Rover Defender, a look at the stars of the 2019 Frankfurt motor show and a behind-the-scenes report on Rimac Automobili and how it churns out mind-blowingly quick electric hypercars. On the two-wheeler front, we have reviews of the all-new Suzuki Gixxer 250, Indian FTR 1200 S, MV Agusta Turismo Veloce and the Bajaj Pulsar 125 Neon. Read more news, reviews and features in our October 2019 issue.

Welcome to Autocar India’s mega 20th Anniversary issue! Packed with a bucketful of exclusive drives and special reads, this one truly is a collector’s issue. Here’s a glance at some of the stories that await you in our September 2019 issue:
MG's second model for India, the ZS EV, will also be its first electric car for our market, and we’ve taken it out for an exclusive India drive to see what this Hyundai Kona Electric rival has to offer.
We bring you the first picture and all the details of Maruti Suzuki's S-Presso, which arrives in September to take on the Renault Kwid.
As we found out in an exclusive India drive this month, the new Aston Martin Vantage is a car best enjoyed in the quiet of the afterhours.
Now in its eighth generation, the Porsche 911 sticks to the tried-and-tested formula - but is that a bad thing?
With 240hp and a mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout, the Volkswagen Polo RX is a thrill-a-minute monster.
The C5 Aircross will open Citroen's innings in India - but will Indian buyers take to its funky design? Read the exclusive review.
Eight midsize SUVs, one pressing question - which one is best? We pit the Kia Seltos and MG Hector against their rivals to pick a winner.
For the first time in India, we brought together all seven generations of the BMW 3 Series to understand what makes it a cult icon.
It doesn't get bigger than this - we get behind the wheel of the humongous Caterpillar 777E dump truck.
We head to the Madras Motor Race Track with a selection of the most fun cars and bikes launched in recent months for the Autocar Track Day 2019.
Yamaha R15 V3.0 or KTM RC 125 - which of these should be your first full-faired motorcycle? We find out.

All set to spend over a crore on your next set of wheels? BMW could have just the models for you in its refreshed 7 Series and X7 SUV; and we’ve driven them both.
With the diesel version gone, can the Porsche Cayenne e-Hybrid fill the void in the range? We find out.
The LC500 represents the new, in-your-face approach of Lexus. We head to Costa Rica to drive this stunning luxury coupé.
A quick first drive around Kia’s manufacturing facility reveals that the Seltos has plenty of potential.
Hyundai’s first EV for India is also the first true long-range EV in our market. But is the Kona Electric good enough for daily use? We find out.
On paper, they seem similar enough to be siblings, but in practise, they couldn’t be more different. We pick a winner from among the MG Hector and Tata Harrier.
Which is the best petrol-automatic compact SUV around? We pit the Hyundai Venue against the Tata Nexon and Ford EcoSport to answer that question.
Our August 2019 issue also packs in a first drive review of the Renault Duster facelift, a comprehensive road test of the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz 1.5 diesel and a face-off involving the diesel versions of the Mahindra XUV300 and Hyundai Venue. On the two-wheeler front, we have reviews of the all-new BMW S1000RR, 2019 Ducati Diavel 1260 S and a showdown between the Royal Enfield Himalayan and Hero XPulse 200. Read more news, reviews and features in our August 2019 issue.

It’s under four metres in length, but packs in seating for seven inside a super-spacious cabin. We bring you world exclusive first impressions of the Renault Triber.
The Kia Seltos promises to shake things up with its striking looks, connected car tech and a long features list. We bring you a detailed preview.
The Porsche Macan facelift has arrived in India with a petrol V6 engine option. We take it out for an exclusive drive.
The MG Hector has plenty going for it on paper. We drive it to find out if it can walk the talk.
Mahindra will soon offer a diesel-automatic combo with the XUV300. What's it like to drive? We find out.
A 2.0-litre, four-cylinder petrol engine in an SUV that weighs over 2 tonnes. Does the combination work for the Range Rover Sport P300?
The oldest car company in the world finally goes electric. We head to Norway to drive the Mercedes-Benz EQC SUV.
Our July 2019 issue also packs in first drive reviews of the Jeep Compass Trailhawk, Toyota Glanza, new-gen Mercedes-Benz GLS + a face-off involving the new BMW X5 and Audi Q7. On the two-wheeler front, we have reviews of the Suzuki Gixxer SF 250, 2019 TVS Apache RR 310 and a showdown between the Ather 450 and TVS Ntorq 125. Read more news, reviews and features in our July 2019 issue.

The first-ever sub-four metre SUV from Hyundai has arrived. Is the Hyundai Venue the compact SUV you’ve been waiting for? We find out.
Now in its fourth generation, the BMW X5 has grown in size and scale of abilities. We get behind the wheel for an exclusive drive.
The Maruti Suzuki Alto has received a major upgrade, and is now powered by a BS6-compliant petrol engine.
We bring you all the real-world performance and fuel-efficiency figures + our final verdict on the new Honda Civic in our road test.
Maruti Suzuki Swift, Tata Tiago JTP or Ford Figo facelift - which is the most fun hatchback you can buy for under Rs 9 lakh?
We bring you a detailed preview of what you can expect from MG Motor’s first SUV for India, the Hector.
The wait has been a long one, but Honda’s 300cc platform has finally debuted in India with the CB300R.
At last, the Hero XPulse 200 has been launched. Just how good is it?
We pit two of the coolest two-wheelers a college-goer in India can buy – the KTM 125 Duke and the Aprilia SR 150 – against each other.
Our June 2019 issue also packs in first drives of the Mini John Cooper Works, new BMW Z4, Kia Soul EV, Mahindra TUV300 facelift and much more. Read all the news, reviews and features in our June 2019 issue.

It has been in the news, and now, we’ve finally driven the all-electric Tata Tigor EV.

The Kona EV will soon become Hyundai’s first all-electric model for India. We drive it out to find out just how good it is.

Mahindra and Ford are co-developing a new, all-electric sedan. We have a go in the Aspire EV prototype to see what it’s like.

The smallest crossover from the Mahindra portfolio has gone down the electric path. We bring you an exclusive first drive of the eKUV100.

An EV that drives like a conventional car? The Nissan Leaf delivers on its promise.

We get a taste of what is to come with MG’s first all-electric SUV for India, the eZS, thanks to a drive in a prototype.

Just how good is Maruti Suzuki’s developed-in-house 1.5-litre diesel engine in the Ciaz? We bring you our full review.

The Honda Civic is back and is ready to take on the Skoda Octavia. Find out who wins this face-off.

Our May 2019 issue also packs in first drives of the BMW 8 Series convertible and 7 Series facelift, new-gen Porsche 911, road tests of the Tata Harrier and updated Bajaj Dominar 400, to go with our review of the Royal Enfield Bullet Trials 500 and much more. Read all the news, reviews and features in our May 2019 issue.

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