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BYD Sealion 7 First Drive Review

Why would I buy it?Impressive performanceFeature-packedSpacious cabinWhy would I avoid it?Restricted rear visibilityCompetition offers better brand value What is it?The BYD Sealion 7 is the newest addition to the brand’s model range for India. Think of it as the crossover version of the Seal sedan, bringing along a cohesive design. But more than that, the

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Jay Shah – CarWale

Holding a bachelors degree in law, Jay loves everything on wheels. Jay is someone who remembers a person by his/her car’s licence plate rather than the actual name. Not only is Jay dependable and hardworking, but he is also a proper Gujju. He is also vegetarian, leaving us with more meat! Email id: jay@carwale.com Catch

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BMW iX1 LWB First Drive Review

Why would I buy it? Killer priceSpacious rear rowKey to luxury EV segment Why would I avoid it? Underwhelming performance Lacklustre featuresWhat is it?BMW’s push into the electric vehicle market took an interesting turn with the launch of the iX1 Long Wheelbase (LWB) at the Auto Expo 2025. Targeting a wider audience by making luxury

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BMW i7 Long Term Review: Living with a luxury EV

3,000 Kilometre ReportThe BMW i7 is amongst the nicest, most expensive cars to have ever graced CarWale’s long-term garage. Unsurprisingly, it added a sense of occasion every time I took it out, be it leisurely drives across the far end of the town or cosseting on the everyday commute. Yet, rarely has a long-term test

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Kia Syros Diesel Automatic First Drive Review

Why should I buy it?Feature loadedRefined powertrainRear seat spaceWhy should I avoid it?Unconventional designWhat is it?The Syros is Kia’s new entrant in the sub-four-metre SUV segment and will set itself apart from the competition, which includes its sibling, the Sonet, by focusing on rear seats and adding an overall premium experience in the cabin. Will

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Skoda Kylaq Automatic First Drive Review

Why would I buy it?Seating comfort Build quality Refinement Why would I avoid it? Lacks diesel/CNG option Missing high-end features What is it?Overall Score8 / 10The Kylaq represents a new entry point for the brand Skoda in India. It’s a sub-4 metre crossover designed entirely in India. With prices starting under Rs. 8 Lakh, the

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Hyundai Creta Electric – First Drive Review

Why would I buy it?User friendly performanceFeaturesBuild qualityWhy would I avoid it?Dull to driveDoesn’t feel specialWhat is it?The Hyundai Creta Electric is, as the name suggests, an all-electric version of possibly the most successful and popular product in the current Indian automotive market, the Hyundai Creta. While it’s somewhat late to the party, that may

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Maruti Suzuki Dzire AMT Long Term Report: Introduction

IntroductionJust when we thought compact sedans were out of the Indian automotive cinema, two respectable leads made their grand entry in all-new avatars. Make no mistake, these are not just mid-life facelifts but proper next-gen upgrades. If not clear, I am referring to the all-new Honda Amaze and the new-gen Maruti Suzuki Dzire here. And

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Maruti Suzuki Swift CNG First Drive Review

Why would I buy it?Smooth engineLow running costsWidespread service networkWhy would I avoid it?Limited boot space CNG variant lacks high-end features What is it?It’s the CNG version of the Maruti Suzuki Swift. Visually, it doesn’t look any different than the ZXI petrol-only variant because as it turns out, the ZXI trim is where the CNG

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Nissan Magnite Facelift First Drive Review

Why would I buy it?Value for moneyDrive experienceRear seat spaceWhy would I avoid it?Missing new-age featuresLimited service networkWhat is it?Nissan invoked a fresh lease of life into its bread and butter model, the Magnite, with the introduction of a mid-life facelift of the model earlier this month. It gets a fair share of cosmetic updates

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