Cars

Posts filed under Cars, newest first.

The last time I drove an Ertiga, the press drive was so short and uninspiring that I ended up taking photos but writing nothing at all. It’s an MPV, and about as exciting as it sounds. The XL6 is an Ertiga with a different configuration of seats — two captain seats in the second

Tushar Burman

Sep 9, 20193 min read

Mahindra World of SUVs shows off cars many ways

Wireless presentation in the World of SUVs customer lounge

Tushar Burman

Aug 30, 20195 min read

I visited the Toyota plant and now I walk very carefully

As I stared down at my feet, at the painted sign on the cement floor of three fingers pointing straight ahead and to either side, I thought to myself, “this is some next level of crazy”. The sign was preceded and followed by arrows, indicating where one should walk on the specifi

Tushar Burman

Aug 22, 201912 min read

Kia Seltos review: You’re going to want one, and you’ll need the day off to pick the right model

In my memory, never before has a car buying decision been more difficult than it will be when Kia announces Seltos pricing on 22 August. Already, we’ve seen a rush on the showrooms by customers hoping to get a closer look at the car. Even if you have the money and the blind faith

Tushar Burman

Jul 20, 20195 min read

Skoda Kodiaq L&K review: A pleasant, comfortable SUV that’s worth a second look

Slabs and creases. The VW design aesthetic is in full bloom on the Kodiaq

Tushar Burman

Jun 18, 20194 min read

Jaguar F-Pace (India made) first drive review: Desi billa is decent value for money

Back in 2016, when the Jaguar F-Pace was launched in India, we were still on a high, chest-thumping Tata Motors’ acquisition and subsequent sexy launches. The launch event was swish, the launch video was unprecedented (we haven’t had the Bandra-Worli Sea Link shut down for a car

Tushar Burman

Mar 1, 20194 min read

Friyay: A weekend with the Range Rover Sport

Yes, it is I. Now move!

Tushar Burman

Jan 15, 20197 min read

Tata Harrier Review: Almost There (But Not Quite)

Watch on YouTube

Tushar Burman

Jan 7, 20196 min read

Friyay: A weekend with the BMW X1 XDrive20D

The X1 works out

Tushar Burman

Jan 1, 20195 min read

Friyay: A weekend in the Audi S5

I didn’t think it would make it undamaged, but the S5 did

Tushar Burman

Dec 18, 20183 min read

Friyay: A weekend with the Jeep Compass Limited Plus

When I first drove the Compass back in 2017, the motor and suspension stood out. It thought then — as I do now — that the package just worked, and I’d have no problem driving around in a lower-end variant as long as the drivetrain and springs remained the same. Back then, the pre

Tushar Burman

Nov 20, 20186 min read

Driven: 2018 Maruti Ciaz

Mild cosmetic updates have made the new Ciaz subtly more aggressive. Pic: Kartik Sadekar

Tushar Burman

Nov 20, 20187 min read

Straight outta manga: Lexus ES300h driven

“More grille!” Pic: Kartik Sadekar

Tushar Burman

Nov 17, 20183 min read

Mercedes-Benz India launches CLS300D four-door coupe for thin, glamourous people

Check out that jacked-up ride height

Tushar Burman

Jun 20, 20186 min read

Friyay: A weekend in the Range Rover Velar

The Range Rover Velar was launched in January at the verdant lawns of the British High Commissioner in New Delhi. It was a beautiful, sunny day with Air Force jets streaking up above in the run-up to Republic Day. I was well-dressed, prepared, slightly hungry and feeling the groo

Tushar Burman

Apr 17, 20187 min read

A (Big) Small Car: Why The Volvo XC40 Is The New SUV To Watch Out For

I wasn’t too keen on — or hopeful of — a good drive in the Volvo XC40. A spin around the outer ring road in Hyderabad, as scheduled, sounded short and unimaginative. The fact that I didn’t have to share a car was small consolation. As I’m ‘driving’ down the highway, with little t

Tushar Burman