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<p>Volvo, the by-word for safety in the global automotive industry, has been in operation since 1927. Today, Volvo is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world with sales of 534,332 cars in 2016 in about 100 countries.</p>

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<p>Volvo has been under the ownership of the Zhejiang Geely Holding (Geely Holding) of China since 2010. It formed a part of the Swedish Volvo Group until 1999 when the company was bought by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.autox.com/new-cars/ford/" title="Ford">Ford</a>&nbsp;Motor Company of the US.</p>

<p>Volvo has not only pioneered in making safe cars through the use of cutting-edge technology but it has also given the world some of the most important car safety innovations of the modern era. Some of the key innovations include the 3-point safety belt, introduced in 1959, which has saved over a million lives till date globally and the Lambda Sond which has resulted in the lowering of exhaust emission levels by nearly 90%. Ever since its inception in 1976, the Lambda Sond has found its way on nearly each and every petrol engine car ever produced in the world.</p>

<p>In order to tap the ever-growing premium luxury car market in India, Volvo made its official entry on the Indian automotive landscape in September 2007 as Volvo Auto India Pvt Ltd. Only focussing on demand and sales initially, Volvo Auto India set up its headquarters in Delhi with dealerships in Delhi, Chandigarh and Mumbai.</p>

<p>The first ever Volvo cars in India were the XC90 SUV and the S80 sedan, each with three different engine alternatives: the 4.4-litre petrol V8, the 3.2-litre petrol in-line six-cylinder and the 2.4-litre turbocharged diesel in-line five-cylinder, the D5.</p>

<p>The range of Volvo car models in India consists of the V40, V40 Cross Country, S60, S60 Cross Country, S60 Polestar, S90, V90 Cross Country, XC60, XC90, XC90 Excellence Hybrid and the due-to-launch XC40 (as of early-2018). In early 2017, Volvo announced that it would start its vehicle assembly operations in India via its new facility near Bengaluru, which, in turn would lead to better pricing. Volvo car key models in focus would be the ones based on their new SPA vehicle architecture. In October 2017, Volvo successfully rolled off the first locally-assembled XC90.</p>

<p>The company also announced that new Volvo car models launched from 2019 onwards will either be fully electric or hybrids. As of 2018, Volvo has more than 20 dealerships across India.</p>

<p>Volvo car prices start from around 33 lakh rupees for the 2018 V40 and go up to double-digit figures for the remaining line-up. All Volvo car price listings can be found on the website of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.autox.com/" title="autoX">autoX</a>.</p>


<p><strong><em>The refreshed Volvo XC60 gets a new heart &amp; a few more tricks. We give it a once-over to see if it can still woo luxury car buyers.&nbsp;</em></strong></p>

<p>Volvo may not have the volumes or network of its big three German rivals, but it more than makes up for it with style, elegance, and luxury. From the entry-level <a href="https://www.autox.com/reviews/car-reviews/volvo-xc40-t4-r-design-review-first-drive-107119/">XC40</a> and <a href="https://www.autox.com/reviews/car-reviews/2021-volvo-s60-review-first-drive-108783/">S60</a> to the flagship <a href="https://www.autox.com/news/car-news/2021-volvo-xc90-mild-hybrid-launched-at-rs-8990-lakh-110320/">XC90</a> and S90, each Volvo, without a doubt, is in a class of its own.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While all present-day Volvos are gob-smacking, it’s the XC60 that’s more popular than others. After its launch in 2017, the XC60 quickly went on to become the winningest product for Volvo. Soon after its arrival, it bagged the 2018 World Car of the Year award, which was followed by strong sales numbers, propelling it to become the best-selling Volvo product in the world. It lost that title only recently to the XC40, as the baby Volvo registered marginally higher numbers than the <a href="https://www.autox.com/track-test/volvo-xc60-track-test-104943/">XC60</a> in the first half of 2021. Still, the XC60 remains as popular as ever.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In India, the XC60 never really set the sales chart on fire though, but it wasn’t a dud either. And now, in the face of fresher (and cleaner) competition, Volvo has decided to give it a once-over. So, what we have now on sale is the 2022 XC60.</p>

<p>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LnM-8Q0uDQI</p>

<p><strong>What’s New?</strong></p>

<p>The diesel is gone, and in its place comes a new 247bhp and 350Nm-developing 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system. There’s a shinier front grille, a new bumper design (if you care to notice, that is), and newly designed 19-inch alloy wheels. The exhaust pipes are now hidden under the rear bumper to give the XC60’s derrière a seamless look. The changes are minimal, of course, but it also means that the XC60 is as stunning as ever.</p>

<p><img alt="2022 Volvo XC60 Infotainment Touchscreen" height="720" src="/uploads/2022/01/2022-Volvo-XC60-Infotainment-Touchscreen.jpg" width="1280" /></p>

<p>Inside, everything remains more or less the same, albeit the 9-inch touchscreen system is now powered by Google – think of it as an in-built Android Auto. There’s a four-year subscription, and the screen works flawlessly. The 12.3-inch digital driver display shows Google Maps/navigation directly in front of your eyes – it’s a cool and convenient addition. Surprisingly, there’s no Apple CarPlay or Android Auto connectivity available as yet. That aside, the cabin is a work of art. The seats are very comfortable, and the interior definitely feels more special than its direct rivals. There’s just one fully-loaded variant on offer.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Better to Drive than the Diesel?</strong></p>

<p>If you care about the environment, well, then the answer is a resounding yes! But in terms of outright grunt, the new petrol powertrain does leave you wanting more. You no longer get the sudden mid-range kick of the 480Nm-producing diesel unit. That said, the petrol has a clear advantage in terms of refinement, and thanks to mild-hybrid tech, it’s more responsive at city speeds. The power delivery is smooth and linear, but it lacks urgency. Even when you put your foot down, the pace builds up rather leisurely.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 8-speed torque converter is tuned for comfort too, and it doesn’t like to be rushed into doing things. No paddle-shifters are on offer, albeit you can shift manually. It’s not meant to be driven hurriedly though. The whole point of this <a href="https://www.autox.com/suv-cars-in-india/" target="_blank">SUV</a> is comfort and luxury, so there’s no need to drive it like a maniac.<br />
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When driven leisurely, you’ll also see the powertrain return amazing fuel efficiency – with a full tank (71 litres), it showed a range of 860kms during the test. However, the moment you start thrashing the motor, you’ll see a huge drop in fuel efficiency. But, then, that’s always the case when you put small turbo petrol engines in heavy vehicles.</p>

<p><img alt="2022 Volvo XC60 Front Quarter Motion" height="720" src="/uploads/2022/01/2022-Volvo-XC60-Front-Quarter-Motion.jpg" width="1280" /></p>

<p>As a handler, the XC60’s body controls are taut and predictable. The steering offers decent feel and feedback, and it goes around corners nonchalantly. The body roll is prominent though, but then it’s not supposed to be driven like a go-kart. The ride quality is phenomenal, though. At low speeds, the ride is absorbent and impeccably quiet. The XC60 successfully isolates you from the broken surfaces of the world, as you’d expect from a ₹60+ lakh SUV. High-speed stability is good, but there’s a lot of vertical movement at triple-digit speeds on less-than-perfect roads. You’ll also notice excessive forward pitch while braking at high speeds. There's&nbsp;no adaptive dampers or air suspension on offer, which means that there’s not a lot in terms of adjustability.</p>

<p><strong>Verdict</strong></p>

<p>With the XC60, you get the feeling that it’s a luxury SUV aimed at discerning customers. It’s made with a single-minded focus on comfort, style, and luxury. Sure, the XC60 is not perfect in every way, but it’s the sort of vehicle that’s deeply desirable regardless of its flaws. And, honestly, when a car soothes your senses while driving and looks this good, anyone would be willing to shut their eyes to its minor flaws.</p>

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<p><strong>Engine:</strong> 1,959cc / Four-Cylinder / Turbocharged / 48V ISG</p>

<p><strong>Transmission:</strong> 8-Speed Automatic / All-Wheel Drive</p>

<p><strong>Power:</strong> 247bhp @ 5,400 – 5,700rpm</p>

<p><strong>Torque:</strong> 350Nm @ 1,800 – 4,800rpm</p>

<p><strong>Price:</strong> ₹61.90 Lakh (Ex-Showroom)</p>

<p><strong>X-Factor:&nbsp;</strong><em>The Volvo XC60’s stunning design, impeccable levels of luxury, and soothing driving experience make it irresistible. </em></p>

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<p><strong>Read more:</strong></p>

<p><a href="https://www.autox.com/news/car-news/2021-volvo-xc60-and-s90-launched-110196/">2021 Volvo XC60 and S90 launched</a>&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.autox.com/track-test/2021-volvo-s60-track-test-110314/">2021 Volvo S60, Track Test</a></p>


2022 Volvo XC60 Review: First Drive

In India, the Volvo XC60 never really set the sales chart on fire though, but it wasn’t a dud either. And now, in the face of fresher (and cleaner) competition, Volvo has decided to give it a once-over. So, we find out if it can still woo luxury car buyers.

Volvo XC60 [2021-2022] price starts at ₹ 6190000. Check specifications, features, mileage, colours, variants, images, FAQs, news, reviews, and videos.

2022 Volvo XC60 Review: The King of Comfort | First Drive | autoX

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<p> The world of motorcycles is a fascinating one. There are so many kinds of it that there’s one to suit everyone’s need, yet, motorcyclists can’t have enough. In this world, there’s one motorcycle manufacturer that firmly holds its own – Harley-Davidson. Over the years, even the mighty HD has dared to cross boundaries and experimented with different kinds of formats. However, the Harley-Davidson Breakout is a stark reminder of their strengths and absolute mastery of the cruiser motorcycle format. But before we dig into how the motorcycle is on different parameters, it is important to understand what it is in the first place.</p><h2>Harley-Davidson Breakout Review: What is it? </h2><p>Loosely, a cruiser motorcycle. You won’t be wrong if you call it so, but if you want to be specific, it is a chopper. And this distinction is of utmost importance for you to truly understand the Breakout and judge it fairly. You see, the best way to judge a bike is to start with its intent. Adventure motorcycles are meant to take the path less travelled, sportbikes are to chase the ten-tenths around a racetrack and cruisers, in the larger sense, are meant to munch miles with ease, highways being their preferred playing ground. Choppers, on the other hand, have one purpose – to make an impression. So, if I were to sum up the Breakout based on things like cornering abilities, touring capabilities and so on, it would be unfair on the motorcycle.</p><div style="width: 100%; height: auto;" class="post-image">
      <img src="https://images.autox.com/uploads/2025/05/Harley-davidson-breakout-6-1747466775630.webp" alt="Harley-Davidson Breakout" style="width: 100%; height: auto;">
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  <p>The rise of choppers and the popularity of the Harley-Davidson culture go almost hand-in-hand. A huge fat rear tyre, rigid frame and a long raked out front end is the quintessential image of an American Badass on two wheels. Of course, this format takes us into the world of fat wheel custom choppers and eye-watering prices, but that’s a story for a different day. This is the early 2000s we are talking about, and towards the end of the decade, Harley would come out with the Rocker C – their take on what a chopper should be like, practically inventing the ‘factory chopper’ genre. It came with a funky rider seat which could be folded out to ‘unwrap’ the rear seat! Surely, not many would remember that, but it’s worth looking up.</p><p>It was good, but it was Harley’s second attempt that gave us one of the most popular fat wheel factory choppers of all time – the Breakout. Fast forward to today, and the Breakout sticks to that design theme and continues the legacy.</p><h2>Harley-Davidson Breakout Review:&nbsp;Great Story, but how is it today?</h2><p>Let’s start with the fat rear tyre, perhaps the biggest draw of this motorcycle. It’s a full 240-section unit, wider than even the fanciest cars or SUVs you can think of! Next is the insane 1,923cc, 45-degree V-Twin air- and oil-cooled engine! In full display with exquisite attention to detail, no less. Add to that a slim front-end design, a massive 34-degree rake, shotgun exhausts, a 2.3-metre length and over 300kg of weight (in running order) – you get the idea. Thankfully, it has a decently sized 18.9-litre fuel tank – unlike the puny tanks in custom choppers. It’s a motorcycle that will appeal to the purists in every sense.</p><div style="width: 100%; height: auto;" class="post-image">
      <img src="https://images.autox.com/uploads/2025/05/Harley-davidson-breakout-11-1747466790380.webp" alt="Harley davidson breakout " style="width: 100%; height: auto;">
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  <p>At a standstill, it looks like a million dollars. But when on the move, it is every bit a typical Harley – butter smooth drivetrain, oodles of torque at the slightest twist of the throttle and that addictive, dominating riding stance that makes you feel like the king of the road. For perspective, it makes a mind-bending 168Nm of torque, and surprisingly, Harley even quotes the horsepower numbers for this one at 100bhp. You sit with your feet stretched out with a little bit of reach to the almost flat handlebar. Its rip-it-and-grip-it ride experience is equal parts intimidating and utterly, utterly addictive. The almost 1.7-metre-long wheelbase and the fat rubber means the motorcycle is slow to turn, and u-turns will have to be planned well in advance. But a bike that gives a lack of confidence it is not, and the ride quality is surprisingly good!</p><div style="width: 100%; height: auto;" class="post-image">
      <img src="https://images.autox.com/uploads/2025/05/Harley-davidson-breakout-12-1747466794737.webp" alt="Harley-Davidson Breakout Seat" style="width: 100%; height: auto;"></div><div style="width: 100%; height: auto;" class="post-image">The clever bit done by Harley is that the monoshock rear suspension is hidden under the seat, giving the motorcycle a hard tail look. I have to be honest, this Softail chassis has been around since the late 2010s, but still is every bit modern and always leaves me surprised with just how it copes  even on poorly surfaced roads. It’s no ADV, obviously, but way more capable than you would expect from a motorcycle of this appearance. The only thing that was a bit bothersome was the protruding air intake. As good as it looks, it comes in the way of using the rear brake. Speaking of which, on the safety tech front, you have Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) and Traction Control System (TCS)… and that’s all. I love it!</div>
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  <p>On the features front, you have a minuscule 2.14 inch (yes, you read that right) LCD instrument cluster which gives you bare-minimum information at a time, but the complete set so long as you are willing to toggle through the menu set.</p><h2>Harley-Davidson Breakout Review: Verdict</h2><p>And well, that’s about it. The motorcycle is fairly simple and a refreshing throwback to what motorcycles are all about – the experience, the image and the personality that comes with it. Let’s face it, the experience of motorcycling is subjective and very thematic too, if I may say so. Off-road riders, enduro riders, supermoto riders, track riders, long-distance haulers… the list can go on. If you judge the Breakout based on its specifications, features and brochures,&nbsp; you’ll be committing a grave mistake. But if you kick it old school and go for a test ride, that is when you will  appreciate what the motorcycle has to offer.</p><div style="width: 100%; height: auto;" class="post-image">
      <img src="https://images.autox.com/uploads/2025/05/Harley-davidson-breakout-5-1747466765962.webp" alt="Harley-Davidson Breakout Rear" style="width: 100%; height: auto;">
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  <p>It has everything that you would want from a bike like this. An engine called Milwaukee-Eight 117, massive displacement of 1,923cc (litre-class cylinders, almost), an air intake called ‘Heavy Breather’ and tyres that are called ‘Scorchers.’ It even has the eye-watering price tag and an unmistakable road presence! The motorcycle may not do a lot of things and could be seen as ‘too simple,’ perhaps. But it leaves you with a lasting memory. So, let’s play some Rock n’ Roll and take in the view with bikes like these while we can, before the ugly ADVs take over completely. Motorcycling is subjective, remember?</p><p>[tabs]</p>

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<p><strong>Engine:</strong> 1,923cc V-twin, air- and oil-cooled</p>

<p><strong>Transmission:</strong> 6-Speed</p>

<p><strong>Power:</strong> 100bhp </p>

<p><strong>Torque:</strong>&nbsp;168Nm</p>

<p><strong>Fuel:</strong> Petrol</p>
 
<p><strong>Price:</strong> ₹30.99 Lakh (ex-showroom)</p>

<p><strong>X-Factor:&nbsp;</strong><em>As good as it gets if you love chopper-style motorcycles.</em></p>

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Harley-Davidson Breakout Review: Fantastic, But Set Your Expectations Right

There’s nothing quite like the Harley-Davidson Breakout that says you’ve ‘arrived.’ It's every bit a factory chopper motorcycle - a raked out front end, long, low, a fat rear tyre and a price tag that separates you from the rest.

<p>Ever since the <a href="https://www.autox.com/new-cars/mg/windsor-ev/">MG Windsor EV</a> was launched in India, it has been the centre of attention. It brought with it a unique design, an exhaustive list of features, innovative methods of buying a car, like Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS), and all of it came with a price tag that positioned it as the perfect choice of car to buy under Rs 20 lakh in India. It wasn’t a surprise that the Windsor won the prestigious ‘Best of 2024’ at the autoX Awards and that it would become the best-selling EV in India for seven consecutive months! Now, MG aims to take it up a notch with the new ‘Pro’ variant of the Windsor EV. We drive it in the jaw-dropping beauty of Shillong and find out what it’s all about.</p><h2>MG Windsor EV Pro Review: What’s Different? <br></h2><p>The first thing I  want to mention is the price, as it will give you an idea of  how popular this car is. <a href="https://www.autox.com/news/car-news/mg-windsor-ev-pro-launched-at-rs-1749-lakh-gets-bigger-battery-and-more-features-120622/" target="_blank">JSW MG Motor India had launched the Windsor EV Pro</a> at an introductory price tag of Rs 17.5 lakh (ex-showroom), which was to be valid for the first 8,000 customers, and mind you, 8,000 units in the world of EVs is a big number. Surprisingly, the introductory price had to end the next day as the <a href="https://www.autox.com/news/car-news/mg-windsor-ev-pro-introductory-prices-end-heres-what-youll-pay-now-120661/" target="_blank">bookings crossed the 8,000 mark within 24 hours</a>! So now, the price is up by Rs 60,000, and the car costs Rs 18.10 lakh outright and Rs 13.10 lakh + Rs 4.5/km as part of the BaaS scheme.</p><div style="width: 100%; height: auto;" class="post-image">
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  <p>What you get for this price tag is, honestly, not a very big change. It is still a substantial one, however, as it brings a marked improvement in your everyday usage experience. The big change is the larger battery pack that the Pro variant gets – now a 52.9kWh LFP unit, as opposed to the 38kWh LFP unit in the ‘regular’ Windsor EV variants. As a result, the claimed range has gone up from 332km to an impressive 449km per charge. As per MG, the car takes about 9.5 hours to fully top up with a 7.4kW AC charger and about 50 minutes  from 20 to 8 per cent with a 60kW DC fast charger. Since this was just a first drive, we could not perform a range test as per our standards. </p><p><strong>Also Read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.autox.com/news/car-news/mg-windsor-ev-excite-exclusive-essence-and-essence-pro-variants-explained-120651/" target="_blank">MG Windsor EV Excite, Exclusive, Essence and Essence Pro Variants Explained</a></p><p>However, given our earlier experience with the non-Pro version of the car, we believe that the Pro should easily cross the 350km per charge mark in real-world conditions. Interestingly, MG is offering a lifetime warranty on the battery, but do note that it is only applicable for the first owner.</p><p><img src="https://images.autox.com/uploads/2025/05/1746791132970-34l0-MG-Windsor-EV-Pro-Front.webp" alt="MG Windsor EV Pro Front" style="width: 100%; height: auto;">
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  <p>The other big additions are the inclusion of level 2 ADAS features, a powered tail gate and your biggest tell that it is a Pro variant of the Windsor EV – new 18-inch alloy wheels which  can be seen on the Hector as well. On the inside, the interior theme is now Ivory white and black and lastly, the Windsor Pro now supports Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) and Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) which is essentially means that you can power up appliances through the charging port of the car through an accessory that would set you back by Rs 5,000, or you can transfer charge to another car through an accessory cable who’s price is yet to be finalised but MG says should be about Rs 20,000.</p><h2>MG Windsor EV Pro Review: What’s the Same? </h2><p>Everything else about the car remains the same. This means everything we love about the car, like the 135-degree reclinable lounge seats at the back, the impressive 9-speaker audio system, ventilated front seats, ample storage areas around the cabin and the sheer size and space that you get for your money on the inside continue to impress. This also means that the massive 15.6-inch touchscreen infotainment system, which is in equal measure impressive and yet cumbersome to use as almost all functionalities of the car are operated through it, also remains.</p><div style="width: 100%; height: auto;" class="post-image">
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  <p>What remains to be talked about is the ride and handling, which also, thankfully, continue to be thoroughly impressive. With the larger battery pack, MG has had to fine-tune the suspension and reinforce the structure of the car at a few places to accommodate the slight increase in weight. Once on the move, you will barely notice any difference in the way the car is to drive. This means it continues to be a fantastic handler that hides its weight rather well.</p><div style="width: 100%; height: auto;" class="post-image">
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  <h2>MG Windsor EV Pro Review: Worth Checking Out?</h2><p>The MG Windsor EV was already an impressive package on all fronts. While I believe there was an opportunity to bump up the feel-good feature set or the performance a couple of notches higher since it has the ‘Pro’ in its name, it is hard to argue against what MG has brought to the table. Especially when you consider that despite the longer range, the Windsor EV Pro still manages to undercut the Rs 20 lakh price tag. So, the answer is yes, it is worth checking out. Moreover, it is a highly recommended option in the price bracket and worth consideration, irrespective of whether you are in the market for an Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) powered car or an EV.<br></p>


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<p><strong>Motor:</strong> Single Motor</p>

<p><strong>Transmission:</strong> Single-Speed FWD</p>

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<p><strong>Torque:</strong>&nbsp;200Nm</p>

<p><strong>Range:</strong> 449km (MIDC)</p>
 
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<p><strong>X-Factor:&nbsp;</strong><em>The MG Windsor EV Pro makes an already great package even better!</em></p>

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MG Windsor EV Pro Review: More Wind in the Sail!

The MG Windsor EV Pro builds on a solid foundation, but does it do enough? We find out by taking it out for a drive in the lovely hills of Shillong.

<p>The Kia Carens has been selling well and has even surpassed the 2 lakh units sales mark since its launch. However, this three-row offering was due for an update. But rather than replacing the old model with a new one, Kia has instead decided to bring a new vehicle based on the Carens, but made to be more premium and feature-rich. This new vehicle is the Carens Clavis. While the Carens name points to its lineage, the term Clavis is Latin for key. Specifically, it has been taken from a Latin phrase that means the golden key. So, what key changes have been made to make the Carens Clavis that make it a step up from the Carens?</p>
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<h2>Kia Carens Clavis Design &amp; Styling <br></h2>
<p>Despite being the same vehicle underneath the skin, the Clavis looks different from the Carens. This is largely thanks to the digital tiger nose grille and the new Star Map LED DRLs and headlamp cluster. The front is largely closed off, much like EVs and resembles Kia’s more recent offerings like the Syros and EV9. There is a prominent sliver chrome skid plate and both ends at either end of the vehicle to give it a butch SUV-like appeal. In fact, the raised bonnet adds to this bolder appeal at the front and side. What also helps elevate the look of the Clavis are the 17-inch alloy wheels, which are an inch bigger than the ones on the Carens. In terms of dimensions, the Clavis is 10mm longer but shares the rest of its figures with the Carens. This also means that the 216-litre boot remains the same.</p>
<h2>More gadgets! <br></h2>
<p>When you step inside, you are greeted by a much more premium and modern cabin. Not only is there more tech on display, but the materials used on the dashboard are great to look at, too. New additions include a connected island housing twin 10.25-inch displays, a four-way power adjustable driver’s seat, a new steering wheel and a bigger dual-pane panoramic sunroof. There is also a new hybrid touch panel which can switch from media to AC controls. While it saves space on the dashboard, I am not completely sold on its usability. If you are driving and want to make any changes, you will have to take your eyes off the road.</p>
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<p>The second row has not seen many changes and you can get the Clavis in 6- and 7-seater variants, just like the Carens. The 7-seater option does come with a three-point seatbelt for the middle passenger this time around. Also, there is a walk-in feature that allows you to adjust the front passenger seat from the second row by using a lever on the side of the seat. Similarly, there is a one-touch tumble function for the left-side second row seat, which makes getting into the third row easier. Since the bigger sunroof extends till the second row, the roof-mounted AC vents have been moved to the sides. It was a bit disappointing to see that the underthigh support in the second row has not improved.</p>
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<p>The third row is also rather decent for shorter journeys. It is much more suited for children than adults, considering the lack of underthigh support and legroom. I do, however, like that Kia has given AC vents, reading lights, two USB-C ports and cupholders even in the last row. <br></p>
<h2>Kia Carens Clavis: Powertrain Options</h2>
<p>The drivetrain options remain the same as the Carens — a 1.5-litre NA petrol, 1.5-litre turbo-charged petrol and 1.5-litre diesel. The power and torque figures remain unchanged, too, but the Clavis also gets a 6-speed manual transmission along with the 1.5 turbo-petrol. </p>
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<p>The Clavis is a comfort-oriented vehicle and that is apparent in the quiet cabin, light steering wheel and absorbent suspension. Ground clearance is not a problem either, as I did not bottom out even while clearing tall speedbreakers. Unlike the Carens, the Clavis does get 20 Level 2 ADAS features that make your driving experience safer. The additional cameras fitted onto the car also enable a surround view feature which makes parking the vehicle easier. <br></p>
<h2>Kia Carens Clavis: Verdict<br></h2>
<p>The Carens Clavis is definitely a step up from the Carens. It looks more modern, has more features, while retaining a plush ride experience and the versatility of multiple powertrain options. While pricing is not out yet, we know that it will be more expensive than the Carens. As long as Kia manages to have a modest increase of around Rs 1-1.5 lakh over the Carens, the Clavis will be an easy recommendation for families.<br></p>

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I’m sure I don’t have to tell you that I’ve been waiting for this moment for a long time!</p>

<p>Well, since July 2013 to be exact – that’s the last time I drove a Ferrari V12 convertible. And it just so happens that the Ferrari 12Cilindri is the spiritual successor of this very machine – a 1971 365 GTS, the Daytona Spider, which directly inspired the styling of the front-end of this machine.
      
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<p>At the time, even in my wildest dreams I couldn’t have possibly imagined that over a decade later, on the 16th of April 2024, Ferrari would ensure that the lineage of the front-engined V12 GT would endure, thanks to the 12Cilindri.</p><p><img src="https://images.autox.com/uploads/2025/03/1741785060147-1jvd-Ferrari-12Cilindri-Spider-Front.webp" alt="Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider-Front.jpg" style="width: 100%; height: auto;"></p>

<p>And I certainly couldn’t have predicted that I would be at Maranello on that fateful day, when both the Berlinetta and Spider would be unveiled to an unsuspecting bunch of motoring journalists from across the globe. But that was just the unveil. This would finally be my chance to get behind the wheel – here in Cascais in Portugal, on the western most tip of the European continent.</p><p><img src="https://images.autox.com/uploads/2025/03/1741784879542-zhk3-Ferrari-12Cilindri-Spider-infotainment-screen.webp" alt="Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider-infotainment-screen.jpg" style="width: 100%; height: auto;"></p><p>The 12Cilindri Spider was kitted out in its launch livery of Verde Toscana, which was offset perfectly by the black contrasting trim. And, to my eyes, it’s an absolutely stunning machine – a design that, for some reason, the pictures simply do no justice! It’s clean and elegant, while being muscular and curvaceous at the same time. There’s a timelessness to the design, and I personally think it’ll age very well indeed.</p>

    
  
    
  


<h2>So, what’s all the fuss about?</h2>

<p>Well, the name is a dead giveaway – the car is pronounced Dodici Cilindri, which literally translates to 12 cylinders in Italian. The engine was so important to this machine – so central to Ferrari in fact – that they decided to name this car after its engine configuration. You see, across the industry, engines are either being downsized and turbocharged or hybridised, or both, so the idea of a naturally aspirated V12 is not just truly alluring but also incredibly courageous from the Prancing Horse. </p><p><img src="https://images.autox.com/uploads/2025/03/1741784948629-7w76-Ferrari-12Cilindri-Spider-Rear-View.webp" alt="Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider-Rear-View.jpg" style="width: 100%; height: auto;"></p><p>Now that’s not to say that Ferrari hasn’t also gone down the turbo and hybrid route already – in fact, with its performance flagship, the SF90, it’s attached a pair of turbos to a V8, not to mention added a battery pack and a set of motors to give it 1,000 horsepower and all-wheel drive. Meanwhile, in the achingly beautiful and spectacularly fast 296, it’s even gone down the V6 route (which is also turbocharged and hybridised) for the first time since the Dino in the 60s. And, of course, it’s also heading down the EV route, with its first all-electric supercar that will be revealed later this year.</p><p>But Ferrari also wants to retain the essence of its GT cars from the 50s and 60s, which is where the 12Cilindri comes in. And so, this successor to the 812 Superfast gave up its ultimate performance throne to the SF90 and instead embraced its GT roots to make the most of the V12 under the bonnet – which can be both incredibly refined but also insanely explosive, depending on what you do with your right foot.</p>

    
  
    
  


<h2>So, what’s under the hood?</h2>

<p>Now, we’ve been over the specs before, but it bears repeating – it’s a 6.5-litre V12 that produces a scarcely believable 128bhp per litre for a total power output of 818bhp at 9,250rpm and 678Nm at 7,250rpm. It redlines at, brace yourself, 9,500rpm, and it’s so incredibly smooth, plus it revs so fast thanks to its titanium conrods, that you can get up to the redline and not even know it unless you’re looking at the digital tach on the instrument cluster.</p><p><img src="https://images.autox.com/uploads/2025/03/1741784971851-vk7o-Ferrari-12Cilindri-Spider-1.webp" alt="Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider-1.jpg" style="width: 100%; height: auto;"></p><p>Yes, it reaches 100km/h in 2.9 seconds and 200km/h in 7.9 seconds from a standstill, but it also has a cabin outfitted with the finest handstitched Italian leather and all the tech you can possibly imagine. It gets three displays – one for the instrument cluster, one for the central screen, where you can connect your phone, and the third is a passenger screen integrated into the dash, so your unsuspecting co-driver can keep an eye on the revs as he or she hangs on for dear life.</p>
  
    
  


<p>Of course, in true Ferrari fashion, it’s got massive gear shift paddles mounted to the steering column – as opposed to onto the steering wheel – which is just how I like them because you always know where they are. The steering wheel has wiper controls and indicator buttons, as well the famous Manettino switch, which you use to control the driving modes. But it also has a very innocuous button on a panel off to one side of the steering wheel that’s marked HELE, which stands for ‘High Emotion, Low Emission.’ That’s Ferrari-speak for the Auto Start-Stop button. Most cars would have an ‘A’ inside a circle, but that just wouldn’t do on a Ferrari. But the thing is that it’s not contrived in the cabin of this car. It’s simply a result of the Ferrari mindset of passion and precision. Of course, they strive for absolute performance and aim for perfection, but at the heart of every decision is emotion – the emotion it evokes when you interact with the machine. And you get a sense of that ethos from everyone who works at Maranello, regardless of whether that person is in his or her first week or a veteran who’s been there for decades.
      
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<h2>So, what’s it like from behind the wheel?</h2>

<p>Well, I would love to tell you that I spent my time in the 12Cilindri Spider bouncing off the 9,500rpm rev limiter, but in fact we were met with a torrential downpour that felt less like Southern Europe and more like South Mumbai in the monsoon. But what these conditions did was usher in a complete revelation in terms of just what this Ferrari GT is capable of.</p>

<p>You would imagine that an 800+ horsepower rear drive beast would be a terrifying experience in the pouring rain – especially on the tight and twisting coastal roads of Portugal, but in in truth, with the Manettino set to ‘Wet,’ it was almost as docile as a Fiat Panda. But the minute you bury your right foot into the carpet, it quickly turns into a thoroughbred stallion – but never a bucking Bronco. You can see the traction control button flashing away on the dash as you try and overwhelm the rear tyres, but the electronics are so well calibrated that it modulates the power perfectly to match the prevailing levels of grip. Sure, you can always get in over your head with that much power on tap but show a little restraint and the 12Cilindri will humour and entertain you in equal measure.</p><p><img src="https://images.autox.com/uploads/2025/03/1741785017763-ioei-Ferrari-12Cilindri-Spider-Rear-Three-Quarter.webp" alt="Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider-Rear-Three-Quarter.jpg" style="width: 100%; height: auto;"></p><p>Of course, any opportunity I got between the near incessant showers, I dropped the top to hear that V12 howl. Sure, it’s slightly muted because of a pair of catalytic convertors and petrol particulate filters, but in ‘Race’ mode, with the flaps in the exhaust open, it’s enough to make your hair stand on end and send chills down your spine. But, really, what stands out in this car is its sheer poise and balance. No one does cohesion quite like Ferrari. Sure, a lot of manufacturers do power and speed quite well, but no one does it with this much style and finesse.</p><p><img src="https://images.autox.com/uploads/2025/03/1741785044538-hxid-Ferrari-12Cilindri-Spider-Side-Profile.webp" alt="Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider-Side-Profile.jpg" style="width: 100%; height: auto;"></p>

    
  


<p>So, what you’re getting in the 12Cilindri is a level of performance &amp; style mated to a versatility &amp; usability that’s simply unmatched. You get bragging rights and the ultimate tech of course, but what really sets this machine apart is its breadth of capability, which is in a league of one. This really is a car that you can drive cross-country to your favourite racetrack, have a blast at the limit, and then drive home again at breakneck speed – in true GT fashion.</p>

<p>Job well done Ferrari! Thank you for flying the V12 flag – may you continue to do so for a long time to come…</p>




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<p><strong>Engine:</strong> 6,496cc V12 (Dry Sump)  </p>

<p><strong>Transmission:</strong> 8-speed DCT</p>

<p><strong>Power:</strong> 819bhp </p>

<p><strong>Torque:</strong> 678Nm</p>
 
<p><strong>Acceleration:</strong> 0-100km/h 2.95 sec</p> 

<p><strong>Fuel:</strong> Petrol</p> 

<p><strong>Price:</strong>&nbsp;Rs 9.15 Crore Ex-showroom</p>

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