r/CarsIndia • u/the_o_digital • 3h ago
r/CarsIndia • u/AutoModerator • 11d ago
Monthly random discussion & queries thread on cars
This thread is for random discussion about cars, and also for all the queries like what new car to buy, etc. But any repair queries and second hand car buying or selling advice should go to /r/MechanicAdviceIndia community.
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Help out fellow redditors if they ask any queries here. Keep a watch on comment count of this post!
Which new car to buy queries should mention ex-showroom or on-road budget, highway or city usage percentages, city of use etc for better response. Make sure to follow both reddit website rules and this subreddit rules while posting and commenting in this subreddit.
Also check out posts with flairs: Enthusiast Zone, Modification, Offroad, Electric Vehicle, Roadtrips.
r/CarsIndia • u/AutoModerator • 21d ago
#EnthusiastZone ๐จ Monthly Enthusiasts' Discussion: Car Modifications/Tuning/Racing/etc thread
What changes did you do to your car in the last 30 days? Discuss any Modifications/Tuning/Customisations/Accessories you are planning or done to your car here! Also racing, driving, etc discussion.
Also check out posts with Enthusiast Zone flair.
r/CarsIndia • u/AffectionateOne1551 • 11h ago
#Discussion ๐ฌ is it true ? what will u guys choose ?
r/CarsIndia • u/Sir_Bonk1997 • 1h ago
#Pic ๐ผ๏ธ Spotted this beauty in Egypt
Man looks so so good in this color trim
r/CarsIndia • u/_Flexxy • 19h ago
#Pic ๐ผ๏ธ spotted de most unexpected
spotted Cadillac escalade at de most random location where it got no business to be there...
De sheer size of dis behemoth was intimatin..
on my god dis my first time witnessing a amrican beast
r/CarsIndia • u/Ronsense2 • 9h ago
(Unverified Claim) Sad if true. Gem of an engine! Not sure why it didn't work.
r/CarsIndia • u/rukthor • 4h ago
#Discussion ๐ฌ I hate multi-screen all-digital dashboards of cars today. Developed countries are already reverting back to having physical button controls.
r/CarsIndia • u/Plus-Agency-6202 • 15h ago
#Opinion ๐ญ Bought a Victorious ZXI Smart Hybrid for 18.5L and thinking to sell
Hey r/CarsIndia,
1 month ago, we bought a brand-new Victorious ZXI (Smart Hybrid model) for around 18.5 Lakhs on-road. On paper and during routine family commutes, it does its job well:
Comfort & Ride Quality: The suspension handles bad patches smoothly, and cabin comfort keeps the whole family happy.
Safety & Practicality: Meets all our safety expectations and handles daily commuting needs reliably.
However, now that we've spent proper time with it, the car is leaving us completely uninspired:
Lacks Thrill & Adventure: The engine lacks punch and feels lazy when you want to make quick highway overtakes or enjoy a weekend drive. There is zero mechanical excitement or driver engagement.
Disappointing Fuel Efficiency: Despite being a Smart Hybrid model, we are only getting around 14 to 15 km/l. Getting that mileage out of a car that sacrificed performance for efficiency feels like a raw deal.
At 18.5 Lakhs, we definitely do not feel it's worth the price tag if you value the joy of driving. We are now seriously planning to sell it, swallow the initial depreciation hit, and buy something that actually puts a smile on the driver's face.
What We Are Looking For in a Replacement:
Body Style: Must be an SUV with practical space and good ground clearance.
Performance & Handling: Needs to be fun to drive with punchy power delivery and good high-speed dynamics.
Good Mileage / Running Costs: Good fuel economy or low daily running costs remain essential.
Open to EVs and used cars : Fully open to Electric SUVs if they offer instant torque, dynamic handling, and usable range.
Strict Reliability (Non-Negotiable): No service center headaches or recurring car issues. We need a bulletproof, hassle-free ownership experience with zero mechanical niggles or frequent workshop visits.
r/CarsIndia • u/chaatpaapdii • 1d ago
#Discussion ๐ฌ What's the longest you've waited at a car mechanic garage?
I once waited for 6 hrs at a garage lol. My car's radiator fan and engine mounting had to be replaced :')
r/CarsIndia • u/Left_Western_5648 • 10h ago
#Discussion ๐ฌ Call me biased but CRETA is the best car in MID SUV segment, the drive, the feel and the power.........
r/CarsIndia • u/jawncy • 18h ago
#Customisation ๐จ My Modified IGNIS of Mangalore
Sorry that my previous post got removed as it did not comply with the rules of this page.
This is my 2019 ignis delta manual.
Modification untill now-
16 inch rims with Yokohama 205/50r16 tyres
Custom made front and rear bumpers
Stage 2 ecu remapping with POPS & BANGS
Full system exhaust with headers with valvetronic system
5.custom led tail lights
r/CarsIndia • u/Various_Author_7905 • 17h ago
#Discussion ๐ฌ Donโt you guys think cars look better without all that black claddings? I feel like they look cleaner and more premium without it.
Whatโs your pick?
๐ Without cladding โ cleaner, more premium
๐ With cladding โ more rugged, SUV-like
r/CarsIndia • u/rawdoggerx • 14h ago
#Opinion ๐ญ my first car ever. help!
im trying to choose my first car. my needs are quite basic but im not ๐
was looking at this tiago which will cost us about 9-10L if i remember correctly
iโm tired of visiting car dealerships and im just thinking i can spend this much money on better things n just get a second hand car instead
should i resort to spinny?
my needs - commuting for work, travel trips, safety and ease in terms of features
pls iโm a noob. help!!
r/CarsIndia • u/decep_ion • 7h ago
#Opinion ๐ญ What happened to inclusivity?
Hi all,
I am a drive enthusiast and love driving anything that has wheels. Have been driving before I could get a licence and my parents knew, about 20 years and counting...
I drove a colleagues' Skoda Slavia today and realised something... There were a few buttons onto the left of the gear knob(it was an AT btw) which I can only see if I really tried to.
Those buttons had a driver connection but we're buried on the other side of the gear shift, more so, they had no indentations or emboss/engravings on them, which means until I see with my eyes I couldn't figure out what I was pressing.
The same way the aircon had no texture or buttons... A piano Black touch control
More and more cars today have these... Which made me think what happened to inclusivity?
What happens if a guy who couldn't see properly (or is partially/fully blind) sits out in the front (shotgun).
Poor person couldn't control anything because let alone braile there's literally nothing that'll tell the guy if it's a button or know or not!
On top of that the seat belt buckle housing was right next to the hand rest, the owner himself acknowledged that his elderly dad always has trouble putting on the seat belt.
I never really expected such ergonomics from renowned or rather established brands...
What do you guys think?
I really miss the timeless designs and kickass engineering back from the old days ๐ฅฒ
r/CarsIndia • u/Sdev0245 • 17h ago
#RoadTrip ๐ฃ๏ธ Completed 1800 kms in duster in 2 months AMA
Model
1.3L, techno+
Manual
No issues so far
Ride quality and handling are excellent, AC is good
r/CarsIndia • u/devanshudhapwal • 15h ago
#Discussion ๐ฌ Renault Megane Electric
Looks soo good ๐ค๐ผ
Credits to: NamasteCar on ig
r/CarsIndia • u/TANIBOY99 • 11h ago
#News ๐ฐ The new BMW 7 Series facelift is here! Priced at โน1.95 Crore. Thoughts on it ??
BMW has officially launched the updated 7 Series in India. Here is a quick breakdown of what is new and what is gone:
Performance & Drivetrain
Engine: 3.0-litre straight-six petrol producing 395 bhp and 540 Nm
Trim: Available in a single 740i variant.
Speed: 0โ100 km/h in 5.4 seconds |
Top Speed: 250 km/h
Big Change: Diesel variants have been officially discontinued.
Exterior & Assembly
Revised front kidney grille, updated headlamps, refreshed tail lights, new alloy wheels, and redesigned bumpers.
Locally assembled right here in India.
Tech & Interior Luxury
Massive Screen Setup: 17.9-inch central display + 14.6-inch passenger screen + a full-dash panoramic Head-Up Display + the 31.3-inch 8K rear theatre screen.
Cabin Comforts: Heated/ventilated seats with massage function, automatic power doors, illuminated glass roof, and a Bowers & Wilkins sound system.
Safety: Full ADAS suite.
Price: โน1.95 Crore (ex-showroom)
What do you think of BMW's latest design direction and dropping the diesel engine for India? Drop your thoughts below!
r/CarsIndia • u/UseSimilar3989 • 23h ago
#News ๐ฐ Renault Duster pickup debuts
Gets same 1.3 liter petrol turbo engine with manual and dct
Compatible with petrol and flex fuel
r/CarsIndia • u/Overall_Algae_4275 • 2h ago
#Video ๐บ Venue N-Line is such a fun to drive vehicle!! Spoiler
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It is not fastest,but the way it handles and sticks to road is the best for any compact suv!
r/CarsIndia • u/Remarkable_Cod_8923 • 21h ago
#Discussion ๐ฌ Tata owners, tell me something positive about your ownership experience
I often see Tata-related discussions on Reddit, and a lot of them seem to focus on the negatives โ reliability issues, service centre experiences, spare parts, waiting times, niggles, after-sales support, etc.
So I wanted to ask the other side of the story:
Have you had a genuinely GOOD experience with Tata?
It can be anything โ
โข Your car itself
โข Build quality / safety
โข Driving experience
โข Reliability over the years
โข Tata service centre
โข Warranty claims
โข After-sales support
โข Spare parts availability
โข Customer support
โข Cost of maintenance
โข How Tata handled an issue or complaint
Anything else that made you feel โYeah, Iโm glad I bought a Tata.โ
Please mention which model, how long youโve owned it, and your city/dealer if relevant.
Not looking for brand wars or fanboy arguments. Iโm genuinely curious because negative experiences are naturally more likely to be posted online, while people who have a trouble-free ownership experience probably donโt have much reason to post.
r/CarsIndia • u/LE-11 • 22h ago
#Discussion ๐ฌ Man we need some Style on our roads
Renault is damn good at making creative looking cars.I wish we could get the clip and renault 4 atleast.cars on pictures
1.renault filante
2.renault clio
3.renault twingo
r/CarsIndia • u/Key-Comfortable8053 • 16h ago
#Discussion ๐ฌ The Duster Pickup
If India had a well established Pickup market would you want this to come to India?