Benchmarking
SUGGESTIBLE CARS
- Tata Nexon
- Hyundai Venue
- Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza
- Ford Eco Sport
TATA NEXON

Pros:
- Best in class safety package
- Powerful engines (petrol & diesel)
- Ride and feels like a big vehicle
Cons:
- Quality of plastic inside the cabin
- Sluggish infotainment
- Slightly hard ride
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MODELS / SPECIFICATIONS |
TATA NEXON |
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ARAI Mileage |
21.5 kmpl |
|
Engine Displacement (cc) |
1497 |
|
Max Torque (nm@rpm) |
260Nm@1500-2750rpm |
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Transmission Type |
Automatic |
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Fuel Tank Capacity |
44 |
|
Max Power (bhp@rpm) |
108.5bhp@4000rpm |
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Seating Capacity |
5 |
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Boot Space (Litres) |
350 |
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Body Type |
SUV |
|
Safety |
16.06/17 |
HYUNDAI VENUE

Pros:
- Ease of driving on offer
- Three different engine options
- Feature loaded
Cons:
- Isn't as big as rivals
- No diesel automatic on offer
- 1.2 petrol is weak on punch
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MODELS / SPECIFICATIONS |
HYUNDAI VENUE |
|
ARAI Mileage |
18.14kmpl |
|
Engine Displacement (cc) |
998 |
|
Max Torque (nm@rpm) |
171.6Nm@1500-4000rpm |
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Transmission Type |
Automatic |
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Fuel Tank Capacity |
45 |
|
Max Power (bhp@rpm) |
118.35bhp@6000rpm |
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Seating Capacity |
5 |
|
Boot Space (Litres) |
350 |
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Body Type |
SUV |
|
Safety |
4 stars NCAP rating |
MARUTI SUZUKI VITARA BREZZA

Pros:
- Peppy & efficient 1.5 petrol
- Good value for money
- Neutral ride, easy to drive
Cons:
- No more diesel option
- Rivals offer more space
- Design isn�t attractive as before
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MODELS / SPECIFICATIONS |
MARUTI SUZUKI VITARA BREZZA |
|
ARAI Mileage |
18.76kmpl |
|
Engine Displacement (cc) |
1462 |
|
Max Torque (nm@rpm) |
138Nm@4400rpm |
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Transmission Type |
Automatic |
|
Fuel Tank Capacity |
48 |
|
Max Power (bhp@rpm) |
103.26bhp@6000rpm |
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Seating Capacity |
5 |
|
Boot Space (Litres) |
328 |
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Body Type |
SUV |
|
Safety |
12.51/17 |
FORD ECO SPORT

The Ford Ecosport is considered as one of the best sub-4m compact SUVs currently on sale in the Indian market. The car gets powerful and refined engines and also comes with an aggressive and appealing design language. If you in the market to buy a new compact SUV and wondering if the Ecosport is the best of all.
Pros:
- Build Quality
- Powerful and Responsive Engines
- Looks
- Driving Dynamics
- Long List Of Safety Features
Cons:
- Not So VFM
- Feels Dated
- Stiff Suspension Setup
- Narrow Second Row
- Thick A-Pillar Causes Blind Spot
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MODELS / SPECIFICATIONS |
FORD ECO SPORT |
|
ARAI Mileage |
21.7kmpl |
|
Engine Displacement (cc) |
1498 |
|
Max Torque (nm@rpm) |
215Nm@1750-2500rpm |
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Transmission Type |
Manual |
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Fuel Tank Capacity |
52 |
|
Max Power (bhp@rpm) |
98.63bhp@3750rpm |
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Seating Capacity |
5 |
|
Boot Space (Litres) |
352 |
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Body Type |
SUV |
|
Safety |
4 stars NCAP rating |
CONCLUSION
I would suggest Tata Nexon for Mr. D.S. Pughazhyendhii family, Nexon is a excellent offering which is safest car in its segment. It is also value for money product with class leading features.