Benchmarking

Benchmarking

Benchmarking is a study or structured comparison between similar products or services which are already available in the market.
This benchmarking report provides ranking among the competitors based on their performance, consumer tests and reviews.
Every company makes a benchmarking report at the early stages of there predesign & development, this report includes additional features which they are going to provide apart from existing features, in their product to boost their sales among the competitors.

Benchmarking is of different stages

1. Product level. ( It is the comparison between the products).
2. Part level( It is the comparison between the parts).

Maruti Suzuki Baleno

Baleno has good performance, drives well, the cabin has ample space and is feature-packed. The cherry on the cake is the pricing and wide service backing from Maruti's Nexa dealerships. Overall, the Baleno is the most affordable and sensible premium hatchback you can buy today. Maruthi Suzuki Baleno Zeta Dualjet version has a price of 9.62 lacs on road.

Standout features
Fall frontal impact, frontal-offset, side-impact & pedestrian protection compliance.

Safety Features

Dual Front Air bags and ABS with EBD.

Good Things
Great value for money
Spacious cabin
Good engine performance
Maruthi Suzuki service

Could be Better
Stiff low-speed ride
Fit and finish not the best
Dated styling

Mileage
ARAI: 23.87 Kmnpl.
City: 14-15 Kmpl.

Kia Sonet

Kia Sonet is the newest player in the highly-competitive sub-four metre SUV segment. As it arrives at the brawl so late, it comes in stylishly, packing a punch in the form of handsome looks, feature-loaded cabin, and a plethora of powertrain choices. And with more than 17 trims to choose from, there’s a Sonet for everyone. KIA Sonet HTE 1.5 version has a price of 9.62 lacs on road.

Standout features
Aggressive design with High-tech Cockpit.
Remote engine start.

Safety Features

Dual front Air bags and ABS with EBD.

Good Things
Flamboyant styling.
Feature loaded cabin.
Loads of Powertrain options.

Could be Better
Slightly stiffer ride quality.
The second-row seat isn’t spacious.
No diesel-in combination.

Mileage
ARAI: 24.1 Kmnpl.
City: 17-18 Kmpl.

Maruti Suzuki Dzire

The Dzire is a well-rounded package that is hard to fault. And with the BS6 update, Maruti has also provided a styling update in the form of a revised fascia. Otherwise, the Dzire continues to be a car that drives well, is spacious, comfortable, economical, and has a strong performance. Maruthi Suzuki Dzire Zxi version has a price of 9.04 lacs on road.

Standout features
Steering mounted controls including cruise control.

Safety Features

Dual front Air bags and ABS.

Good Things
The first major update comes with refreshed styling.
New features are added as a part of the update.
Maruti’s renowned aftersales and high resale value.

Could be Better
Fit and finish are short of segment-leading.
The AMT automatic gearbox is jerky.
Base variants miss out on many features for its price.

Mileage
ARAI: 23.26 Kmnpl.
City: 15-17 Kmpl.

Honda Amaze

2020 Amaze makes sense to those who are looking for a modern and spacious compact sedan. It looks contemporary, is feature-laden, is easy to drive and being a Honda, it promises to offer peace of mind ownership experience. Honda Amaze is the sedan car with the good build quality. Honda Amaze 1.2 S-CVT petrol version has a price of 9.61 lacs on road.

Standout features
ECU immobilizer system.
3 Years of Honda care.

Safety Features

Dual font Air bags and ABS with EBD.

Good Things
Spacious interior.
Ease of driving (CVT automatic).
Fuel-efficient engines.

Could be Better
Petrol engine feels underpowered.
CVT doesn’t come in the top variant.
Interior fit and finish could have been better.

Mileage
ARAI: 18.3 Kmnpl.
City: 14-16 Kmpl.

Skoda Rapid

The BS6 Skoda Rapid is the most-affordable mid-size sedan in the country. It gets an all-new 1.0-litre TSI motor, although it trades the superior DSG transmission for a torque converter automatic, which is a bummer. But, it does make a strong case for itself with its European build quality and smart packaging. Skoda Rapid TSI Rider Plus version has a price of 9.69 lacs on road.

Standout features
4 Years SKODA warranty & Assist.
Multifunctional Steering wheel with cruise control.

Safety Features

Dual Front Air bags and ABS.

Good Things
Direct-injection turbo-petrol engine.
Solid build quality.
Four-year standard warranty.

Could be Better
Dated design.
Narrow dealer network.
Unimpressive after-sales service.
High maintenance cost.

Mileage
ARAI: 18.97 Kmnpl.
City: 15-16 Kmpl.

Conclusion
Finally, I would like to suggest Mr Pughazhyendhii to buy Maruti Suzuki Dzire (ZXi).

My suggestion is based on
1. Maruthi Suzuki Service (All over India).
2. Low Maintenance cost & Resale value.
3. Good mileage & value for money.