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<p>Founded in 2007, Volkswagen India Pvt Ltd is a division of the Volkswagen Group India. While the Volkswagen Group’s presence in the Indian market can be traced back to 2001, Volkswagen India began its operations much later. The company received tons of recognition for their German reliability and robust build quality.</p>

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<p>The Passat was the first car to make its debut in India, and was ushered in as a CKD unit. The launch of the Jetta sedan that happened in 2008, was then followed by the Polo in the coming year, and then the Vento, the year after that.</p>

<p>Almost immediately, the Polo garnered unprecedented attention from the younger generation who made it their preferred choice for a hatchback. While the Polo became hugely popular with the younger crowd, the Vento emerged as a worthy competitor to the likes of Honda City and the Hyundai Verna. 2009 also saw the addition of two new Volkswagen car models in India, the Beetle and the rugged Touareg SUV.</p>

<p>Volkwagen has quite a range of cars on sale here in India, that include the Polo, Ameo, Vento, Passat and Tiguan. Based in Chakan, the production facility is spread over 575 acres. Volkswagen cars India’s headquarters are based in Pune.</p>

<p>The company currently has 120 dealerships and above, across India. After the launch of the Ameo, the company now has a stronger presence.</p>

<p>Volkswagen car prices (as of 2018) commence from around 5.4 lakh rupees for the Polo, further signifying the brand’s image amongst premium carmakers. Therefore, all Volkswagen cars are worth a dime.</p>


<p><strong><i><span arial="" lang="EN-US" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#222222">The new Volkswagen Passat gets a premium and spacious cabin, a reliable and powerful 2-litre diesel engine and bucket loads of features, but is this enough to revive the fading luxury sedan segment?</span></span></i></strong></p>

<p><span arial="" lang="EN-US" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#222222">The wise men at Wolfsburg have finally decided to give a go-ahead to the new Volkswagen Passat for the Indian market. As a result, the deliveries of this flagship sedan will start from January 2018 onwards. One could ask what took the German manufacturer so long to introduce the 8<sup>th</sup> generation sedan here? The answer is fairly simple, due to our SUV obsessed market, the luxury sedan market has become stagnant, if not shrunk, unless the sedans are from the German holy trinity. Therefore, Volkswagen decided to wait, watch and then finally give the Passat a green signal. As the Passat only comes with a 2-litre diesel engine option in India, it directly takes on the Skoda Superb. With the Passat’s two variants, Comfortline and Highline, priced at Rs 29.99 lakh and Rs 32.99 lakh respectively, it also competes against the petrol powered Toyota Camry and the Honda Accord hybrid. We drive the new Passat for roughly 400km from Udaipur to Jaipur and find out how it fares&nbsp;on Indian roads.</span></span></p>

<p><b><span arial="" lang="EN-US" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#222222">Still served understated</span></span></b><br />
<span arial="" lang="EN-US" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#222222">Sticking to the typical Volkswagen DNA, the new Passat’s design remains understated, more like an evolution than a revolution. True, many European buyers love this trademark Volkswagen style, but unfortunately, in India, a car needs to make a bit of a statement otherwise it just gets lost in the crowd. I can’t guarantee that heads will turn around when the Passat passes by, but some will definitely stop and take note of the sedan and admire its muscular yet subtle looks.</span></span></p>

<p><img alt="Volkswagen Passat Front View" src="/uploads/2017/11/2017-Volkswagen-Passat-Front-Static2.jpg" /></p>

<p><span arial="" lang="EN-US" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#222222">The first thing that catches your attention is the new chrome radiator, which looks like Wolverine’s Adamantium metal claws that seamlessly runs in-between the squared LED projector headlamps with the daytime running lamps below it. To add more panache, there’s a chrome strip that runs across the lower bumper, which also houses the fog lamps. This is Volkswagen’s way to ensure that the sedan exuberates premium-ness.</span></span></p>

<p><span arial="" lang="EN-US" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#222222">As understated as the Passat is, it’s the creases on the hood and the broad sword-like shoulder lines that run from the A-pillar all the way to the LED rear lamps that make’s its side profile bolder than conservative. This also makes the flanks look brawny and robust. Coming to the rear and that’s where things start to become all plain-Jane and a little uninspiring. Also, the taillights and the trunk shape somewhat resembles the A4.</span></span></p>

<p><b><span arial="" lang="EN-US" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#222222">Timeless exquisiteness</span></span></b><br />
<span arial="" lang="EN-US" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#222222">Volkswagen’s attention to detail, when it comes to the cabin, it is at par with the BMWs, Audis and the Mercedes. The fit-and-finish, the premium materials used along with plenty of features ensure that it’s a joy to be inside the Passat. Mirroring the front chrome grille, the air conditioner panel too is a long horizontal one, which houses a classy analogue clock in the middle of the dashboard above the massive touchscreen infotainment system. To break the all-black monotony inside, there is a single wooden strip that runs across the dash beneath the AC vents. Personally, I love the flat bottom steering wheel as it is perfectly balanced and gives you a nice sporty feel, though where it goes terribly wrong is that it’s too similar to the Polo’s steering wheel. For a flagship luxury sedan to share similar, if not same, spare parts from a hatchback certainly doesn’t make you feel special. Don’t get me wrong, the Passat from the inside feels very luxurious thanks to the use of soft plastics, the Nappa leather upholstery and the endless list of features like sunroof, an electric rear sunshade, an infotainment system that comes with 360-degree camera and self parking assist apart from Apple CarPlay and Android Auto along with the other standard connectivity options.</span></span></p>

<p><img alt="Volkswagen Passat Interior" src="/uploads/2017/11/2017-Volkswagen-Passat-Interior-Dashboard-cabin2.jpg" /></p>

<p><span arial="" lang="EN-US" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#222222">In terms of safety, as expected, there is no compromise. The Passat boasts of 9 airbags, anti-lock braking system, electronic stabilisation programme, electronic differential lock to name a few.</span></span></p>

<p><span arial="" lang="EN-US" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#222222">Comfort is Passat’s middle name and we would like to start from the rear seats. They are phenomenal when it comes to back support, though the thigh support could have been slightly better. The seats are snug and the headrest gives you ample support. Coming to knee and legroom, if you’re 5 feet 9 inch in height then you can easily cross your legs and sit in a relaxed manner. If we had to nitpick then we would have liked it even more if the rears seats could recline. In case of the front seats, everything is electrically adjustable and both are heated and come with massage functions. While only the driver seat gets memory function. Strangely enough, even though the Passat comes with a three-zone climate control, the rear AC only gets temperature controls, no fan speed controls.</span></span></p>

<p><b><span arial="" lang="EN-US" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#222222">Behind the wheel</span></span></b><br />
<span arial="" lang="EN-US" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#222222">Based on the modular transverse matrix (MQB) platform like the Skoda Superb, Audi A3 and now the Tiguan, the new Passat is the first sedan from Volkswagen to use this platform. It is powered by a 174bhp, 2-litre diesel engine. Put the sedan in drive mode and step on the gas, it offers a refined and a linear acceleration. It’s no speed demon, but it seamlessly picks up speed while the rpm needle comfortably hits the 5,000-5,500rpm mark without the engine making any fuss. A lot of credit goes to the quick shifting 6-speed DSG transmission. The DSG also responds spontaneously to the paddle shifters, especially while downshifting.</span></span></p>

<p><img alt="Volkswagen Passat Front View" src="/uploads/2017/11/2017-Volkswagen-Passat-Front-Motion-22.jpg" /></p>

<p><span arial="" lang="EN-US" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#222222">With the option of five driving modes – Eco, Comfort, Normal, Sport and Individual – the power delivery, the response of the transmission and steering can all be changed. It also comes with adjustable dampers. The suspension set up is slightly firm though it doesn’t compromise in the comfort and continues to deliver the much-expected handling capability of a VW car. As we mostly drove on flat and straight roads, we can’t really comment too much about the handling, but going by how the Superb and the A3 handle, the Passat should manage to take on corners with ease.</span></span></p>

<p><b><span arial="" lang="EN-US" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#222222">Final take</span></span></b><br />
<span arial="" lang="EN-US" style="font-family:"><span style="color:#222222">If it wasn’t for the gorgeous and capable Skoda Superb in the market, we would have said the Passat is the car to go for when you’re looking a refined diesel sedan, which oozes of upmarket luxurious quality and offers all the latest features. The boot space is a humongous 586 litres and it comes with an ease open boot feature where you just have to wave your foot below the boot and it opens up without a key. The cabin is spacious, comfortable and speaks volumes of Volkswagen’s attention to detail. The 2-litre diesel engine has enough ponies and at the same time managed to return around 15kmpl during our drive from Udaipur to Jaipur where we were constantly over the three-figure mark. One may say that the design is too subtle, but this also ensures that the design doesn’t age too quickly. At Rs 32.99 lakhs (ex-showroom Delhi), it is a well-priced luxury sedan, but then you can pay Rs 1 lakh less and opt for the Superb top-of-the-line L&amp;K. That is the only dilemma I have with the Passat. Otherwise, it is truly a German vehicle and you can’t go wrong with it.</span></span></p>

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<p><strong>Power: </strong>174bhp @ 3,600-4,000rpm</p>

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Volkswagen Passat Review, First Drive

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<p>Volkswagen USA has released an image of the new Passat, ready to make its debut</p>

<p>Volkswagen USA has posted a teaser image of the new rims of the upcoming Volkswagen Passat. The new Passat sedan will make its debut at the Detroit Auto Show, which is scheduled from 14 to 27 January 2019.</p>

<p>While the tweet doesn’t give much away apart from the newly designed 19-inch alloy wheels, this Passat will not be based on the MQB platform but will be an updated version of the model currently in production.</p>

<p>The engines will be a 2.0-litre, turbocharged four-cylinder TDI motor that&nbsp;produces 174bhp. However, it might have a different state of tune. The engine will come mated to a 6-speed DSG automatic gearbox.</p>

<p>The sporty&nbsp;alloy&nbsp;wheel suggests that an ‘R’ version might also be revealed. As for the styling is concerned, it might just be a more upmarket version of what we have already seen in the newly introduced Jetta.</p>

<p>As far as its arrival in India is concerned, there is no official timeline provided for the Indian market. For now, the current model of the Passat will continue to be on sale in India along with the Ameo, Polo, Vento, and Tiguan. The Passat has been priced&nbsp;between Rs 25.99 lakh and Rs 33.2 lakh (ex-showroom, India).</p>


Volkswagen USA has released an image of the new Passat, ready to make its debut. Volkswagen USA has posted a teaser image of the new rims of the upcoming Volkswagen Passat. The new Passat sedan will make its debut at the Detroit Auto Show, which is scheduled from 14 to 27 January 2019.

<p><b>Volkswagen has introduced the Passat Connect Edition following the introduction in the Polo, Ameo and Vento.</b></p>

<p>Volkswagen Connect is designed to provide customers with telematics solutions which can enable various digital features in their vehicles. The system enables certain features, such as Trip tracking, Fuel cost monitor, Driving behaviour monitor, Location sharing, SOS emergency calling and Service appointment. This feature has now been integrated into Volkswagen India’s product range which include the Polo, Ameo, Ventro and the Passat.</p>

<p>All these four models now come with a variant called Connect Edition. The trim level in addition to the upgraded telematics also offers features such as Lapiz Blue colour, Moon stone coloured Radio surround trim, Glove box light, Rear USB charging port, 16“ Portago Grey Alloy wheels on the smaller Polo, Ameo and Vento models. Additionally, the Polo GT gets Chequered seat fabrics, while the regular Polo with the option will come equipped with leatherette wrapped seats. The Vento however, some with the additional options such as Dual front side airbags, 15“ Diamond cut wheels and a body coloured rear spoiler.</p>

<p>The Passat Connect Edition will come loaded with 9 Airbags, Hill Start Assist, Auto Hold, Reverse camera with 360⁰ area view, Park assist, App connect, ‘NAPPA’ leather seats, Dynamic chassis control, 3 zone Auto AC, Electric adjustable front seat, Full LED Headlamps with DRLs and LED tail-lamps and easy open boot in addition to the telematics upgrade.</p>

<p>The new telematics application can be used with Android or iOS devices and will be available in all 121 VW dealerships across 104 cities in India. The Polo is priced from Rs 5.55 – 9.39 lakh, the Ameo is priced between Rs 5.65 – 9.99 lakh, the Vento is priced from Rs 8.38 – 14.02 lakh while the Passat Connect Edition in priced from Rs 25.99 – 28.99 lakh. All prices are ex-showroom. However,&nbsp;Volkswagen has not yet announced the same upgrade for the Tiguan SUV as yet.</p>


Volkswagen has introduced the Passat Connect Edition following the introduction in the Polo, Ameo and Vento. Volkswagen Connect is designed to provide customers with telematics solutions which can enable various digital features in their vehicles.

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I’m sure I don’t have to tell you that I’ve been waiting for this moment for a long time!</p>

<p>Well, since July 2013 to be exact – that’s the last time I drove a Ferrari V12 convertible. And it just so happens that the Ferrari 12Cilindri is the spiritual successor of this very machine – a 1971 365 GTS, the Daytona Spider, which directly inspired the styling of the front-end of this machine.
      
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<p>At the time, even in my wildest dreams I couldn’t have possibly imagined that over a decade later, on the 16th of April 2024, Ferrari would ensure that the lineage of the front-engined V12 GT would endure, thanks to the 12Cilindri.</p><p><img src="https://images.autox.com/uploads/2025/03/1741785060147-1jvd-Ferrari-12Cilindri-Spider-Front.webp" alt="Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider-Front.jpg" style="width: 100%; height: auto;"></p>

<p>And I certainly couldn’t have predicted that I would be at Maranello on that fateful day, when both the Berlinetta and Spider would be unveiled to an unsuspecting bunch of motoring journalists from across the globe. But that was just the unveil. This would finally be my chance to get behind the wheel – here in Cascais in Portugal, on the western most tip of the European continent.</p><p><img src="https://images.autox.com/uploads/2025/03/1741784879542-zhk3-Ferrari-12Cilindri-Spider-infotainment-screen.webp" alt="Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider-infotainment-screen.jpg" style="width: 100%; height: auto;"></p><p>The 12Cilindri Spider was kitted out in its launch livery of Verde Toscana, which was offset perfectly by the black contrasting trim. And, to my eyes, it’s an absolutely stunning machine – a design that, for some reason, the pictures simply do no justice! It’s clean and elegant, while being muscular and curvaceous at the same time. There’s a timelessness to the design, and I personally think it’ll age very well indeed.</p>

    
  
    
  


<h2>So, what’s all the fuss about?</h2>

<p>Well, the name is a dead giveaway – the car is pronounced Dodici Cilindri, which literally translates to 12 cylinders in Italian. The engine was so important to this machine – so central to Ferrari in fact – that they decided to name this car after its engine configuration. You see, across the industry, engines are either being downsized and turbocharged or hybridised, or both, so the idea of a naturally aspirated V12 is not just truly alluring but also incredibly courageous from the Prancing Horse. </p><p><img src="https://images.autox.com/uploads/2025/03/1741784948629-7w76-Ferrari-12Cilindri-Spider-Rear-View.webp" alt="Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider-Rear-View.jpg" style="width: 100%; height: auto;"></p><p>Now that’s not to say that Ferrari hasn’t also gone down the turbo and hybrid route already – in fact, with its performance flagship, the SF90, it’s attached a pair of turbos to a V8, not to mention added a battery pack and a set of motors to give it 1,000 horsepower and all-wheel drive. Meanwhile, in the achingly beautiful and spectacularly fast 296, it’s even gone down the V6 route (which is also turbocharged and hybridised) for the first time since the Dino in the 60s. And, of course, it’s also heading down the EV route, with its first all-electric supercar that will be revealed later this year.</p><p>But Ferrari also wants to retain the essence of its GT cars from the 50s and 60s, which is where the 12Cilindri comes in. And so, this successor to the 812 Superfast gave up its ultimate performance throne to the SF90 and instead embraced its GT roots to make the most of the V12 under the bonnet – which can be both incredibly refined but also insanely explosive, depending on what you do with your right foot.</p>

    
  
    
  


<h2>So, what’s under the hood?</h2>

<p>Now, we’ve been over the specs before, but it bears repeating – it’s a 6.5-litre V12 that produces a scarcely believable 128bhp per litre for a total power output of 818bhp at 9,250rpm and 678Nm at 7,250rpm. It redlines at, brace yourself, 9,500rpm, and it’s so incredibly smooth, plus it revs so fast thanks to its titanium conrods, that you can get up to the redline and not even know it unless you’re looking at the digital tach on the instrument cluster.</p><p><img src="https://images.autox.com/uploads/2025/03/1741784971851-vk7o-Ferrari-12Cilindri-Spider-1.webp" alt="Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider-1.jpg" style="width: 100%; height: auto;"></p><p>Yes, it reaches 100km/h in 2.9 seconds and 200km/h in 7.9 seconds from a standstill, but it also has a cabin outfitted with the finest handstitched Italian leather and all the tech you can possibly imagine. It gets three displays – one for the instrument cluster, one for the central screen, where you can connect your phone, and the third is a passenger screen integrated into the dash, so your unsuspecting co-driver can keep an eye on the revs as he or she hangs on for dear life.</p>
  
    
  


<p>Of course, in true Ferrari fashion, it’s got massive gear shift paddles mounted to the steering column – as opposed to onto the steering wheel – which is just how I like them because you always know where they are. The steering wheel has wiper controls and indicator buttons, as well the famous Manettino switch, which you use to control the driving modes. But it also has a very innocuous button on a panel off to one side of the steering wheel that’s marked HELE, which stands for ‘High Emotion, Low Emission.’ That’s Ferrari-speak for the Auto Start-Stop button. Most cars would have an ‘A’ inside a circle, but that just wouldn’t do on a Ferrari. But the thing is that it’s not contrived in the cabin of this car. It’s simply a result of the Ferrari mindset of passion and precision. Of course, they strive for absolute performance and aim for perfection, but at the heart of every decision is emotion – the emotion it evokes when you interact with the machine. And you get a sense of that ethos from everyone who works at Maranello, regardless of whether that person is in his or her first week or a veteran who’s been there for decades.
      
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<h2>So, what’s it like from behind the wheel?</h2>

<p>Well, I would love to tell you that I spent my time in the 12Cilindri Spider bouncing off the 9,500rpm rev limiter, but in fact we were met with a torrential downpour that felt less like Southern Europe and more like South Mumbai in the monsoon. But what these conditions did was usher in a complete revelation in terms of just what this Ferrari GT is capable of.</p>

<p>You would imagine that an 800+ horsepower rear drive beast would be a terrifying experience in the pouring rain – especially on the tight and twisting coastal roads of Portugal, but in in truth, with the Manettino set to ‘Wet,’ it was almost as docile as a Fiat Panda. But the minute you bury your right foot into the carpet, it quickly turns into a thoroughbred stallion – but never a bucking Bronco. You can see the traction control button flashing away on the dash as you try and overwhelm the rear tyres, but the electronics are so well calibrated that it modulates the power perfectly to match the prevailing levels of grip. Sure, you can always get in over your head with that much power on tap but show a little restraint and the 12Cilindri will humour and entertain you in equal measure.</p><p><img src="https://images.autox.com/uploads/2025/03/1741785017763-ioei-Ferrari-12Cilindri-Spider-Rear-Three-Quarter.webp" alt="Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider-Rear-Three-Quarter.jpg" style="width: 100%; height: auto;"></p><p>Of course, any opportunity I got between the near incessant showers, I dropped the top to hear that V12 howl. Sure, it’s slightly muted because of a pair of catalytic convertors and petrol particulate filters, but in ‘Race’ mode, with the flaps in the exhaust open, it’s enough to make your hair stand on end and send chills down your spine. But, really, what stands out in this car is its sheer poise and balance. No one does cohesion quite like Ferrari. Sure, a lot of manufacturers do power and speed quite well, but no one does it with this much style and finesse.</p><p><img src="https://images.autox.com/uploads/2025/03/1741785044538-hxid-Ferrari-12Cilindri-Spider-Side-Profile.webp" alt="Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider-Side-Profile.jpg" style="width: 100%; height: auto;"></p>

    
  


<p>So, what you’re getting in the 12Cilindri is a level of performance &amp; style mated to a versatility &amp; usability that’s simply unmatched. You get bragging rights and the ultimate tech of course, but what really sets this machine apart is its breadth of capability, which is in a league of one. This really is a car that you can drive cross-country to your favourite racetrack, have a blast at the limit, and then drive home again at breakneck speed – in true GT fashion.</p>

<p>Job well done Ferrari! Thank you for flying the V12 flag – may you continue to do so for a long time to come…</p>




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<p><strong>Engine:</strong> 6,496cc V12 (Dry Sump)  </p>

<p><strong>Transmission:</strong> 8-speed DCT</p>

<p><strong>Power:</strong> 819bhp </p>

<p><strong>Torque:</strong> 678Nm</p>
 
<p><strong>Acceleration:</strong> 0-100km/h 2.95 sec</p> 

<p><strong>Fuel:</strong> Petrol</p> 

<p><strong>Price:</strong>&nbsp;Rs 9.15 Crore Ex-showroom</p>

<p><strong>X-Factor:&nbsp;</strong><em>Supremely engineered. Stupendously fast. Stunningly beautiful.</em></p>

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			•&nbsp; As fast &amp; versatile as anything ever conceived. </p>

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			• Only for the extremely well heeled. </p>
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Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider First Drive Review: Versatility in Verde

We drove a naturally-aspirated V12, convertible Ferrari offering maximum involvement but a torrential downpour threatened to spoil the party.

<p>We were quite eager to&nbsp;get our hands on this bike since it was first teased at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.autox.com/news/bike-news/eicma-2024-top-india-bound-motorcycles-to-watch-out-for-118832/">EICMA</a>. The <a href="https://www.autox.com/reviews/bike-reviews/ktm-390-adventure-review-first-ride-107195/">old 390 Adventure</a> was a blast, don't get me wrong, but it had its quirks, especially when pushed off-road. After spending six months commuting on the Royal Enfield Himalayan, I was curious to see how this new KTM stacked up. Well, we recently had the opportunity to thoroughly ride and test it, and let me tell you that it's a significant leap forward. This isn't just a refresh; it's a full-fledged evolution.</p><div style="width: 100%; height: auto;" class="post-image">
      <img src="https://images.autox.com/uploads/2025/02/1740405360146-iso3-KTM-390-Adventure-Web-5.webp" alt="KTM 390 Adventure Web 5.jpg" style="width: 100%; height: auto;">
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  <p><br></p><h2>KTM 390 Adventure First Ride Review: Design and Quality<br></h2><p>Let's talk about the design first. It's definitely going to spark debate, but personally, I like it. That rugged rally-inspired Dakar vibe works in its favour. The tall windscreen and short front fender look the part, though I did notice a bit of wind noise from the Indian-spec number plate mount while riding, but it's a minor niggle.</p><p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.autox.com/reviews/bike-reviews/kawasaki-klx-230-review-more-capable-than-hero-xpulse-200-and-re-himalayan-450-118831/">Kawasaki KLX 230 Review: More Capable Than Hero Xpulse 200 and RE Himalayan 450?</a></p><p>KTM has tackled some key issues. The 21-inch front and
17-inch rear spoke wheels with tubeless Apollo Tramplr tyres are a huge plus.
The WP Apex suspension is another standout upgrade, offering a noticeably more
compliant and capable ride. An India-specific tweak – the offset rear monoshock
– lowers the seat height to 830mm in the Adventure variant and 825mm in the
Adventure X. On top of that, ground clearance has been increased to a solid
237mm, addressing a major concern from the previous model.</p><p><img src="https://images.autox.com/uploads/2025/02/1740405472650-uxpi-KTM-390-Adventure-Web-13.webp" alt="KTM 390 Adventure Web 13.jpg" style="width: 100%; height: auto;"></p>
  <p>The pigmented body panels are a nice touch, promising better scratch resistance since they're painted during the moulding process itself. And the standard kit – knuckle guards, engine guard, and bash plate – is quite useful for off-road scrapes. The forged foot levers feel solid, and you can remove the rubber inserts for better grip while riding&nbsp;in the dirt. My only gripe? The flimsy all-plastic knuckle guards&nbsp;–&nbsp;they would have been much better with metal reinforcements.&nbsp;</p><p><img src="https://images.autox.com/uploads/2025/02/1740405792534-0shu-KTM-390-Adventure-Web-7.webp" alt="KTM 390 Adventure Web 7.jpg" style="width: 100%; height: auto;"></p><p>The new bespoke ADV tubular trellis subframe – KTM claims
that it’s 10% more rigid – feels solid and enhances the bike’s overall
stability. Despite the weight dropping to 183kgs, the 14.5-litre fuel tank
remains unchanged. The overall fit and finish are excellent, offering a premium
feel throughout. The 5-inch bonded TFT screen, borrowed from the new 390 Duke,
is crisp, clear, and easily readable even in bright sunlight.<br></p><h2>KTM 390 Adventure First Ride Review: Ergonomics and Features<br></h2><p>The riding position is comfortable and upright – perfect for
long days in the saddle. The new KTM 390 Adventure feels large when you're off
it but seems to shrink around you once you get on and start moving. The
controls are intuitive, and the switchgear is easy to reach. Cruise control is
a welcome addition for highway stints, and the ride modes – Rain, Street, and
Off-Road – are simple to toggle through. A big plus is that ride mode settings
remain unchanged even after switching off the ignition – a thoughtful touch
indeed!</p>
<p>Phone connectivity and navigation feel slick, and the
voice-activated calling is a nice convenience. Unlike the Duke 390, which can
only receive calls, the 390 Adventure allows you to make calls directly from
the bike. Finally, the electronics suite – which includes cornering ABS,
switchable cornering traction control, Quickshifter+, and customizable ride
modes – works seamlessly to enhance both safety and performance.</p><p><strong>Also Read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.autox.com/reviews/bike-reviews/royal-enfield-himalayan-in-depth-review-the-flying-sherpa-115536/">Royal Enfield Himalayan Review: The Flying Sherpa!</a></p><p><img src="https://images.autox.com/uploads/2025/02/1740405914040-dchb-KTM-390-Adventure-Web-1.webp" alt="KTM 390 Adventure Web 1.jpg" style="width: 100%; height: auto;"></p><h2>KTM 390 Adventure First Ride Review: Performance and Handling<br></h2><p>Now, let’s get to the good stuff – how it rides. The LC4c
399cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine is noticeably smoother, thanks to
the 5mm offset crank. It delivers better low-end grunt than the previous model
but still loves to be revved. Peak power kicks in 1,000rpm sooner, making it
more accessible.</p>
<p>That said, there’s still a noticeable lag before the bike
starts moving. I noticed that it stalled a couple of times when
setting off from a standstill off-road, but far less frequently than the old
bike.</p><p><img src="https://images.autox.com/uploads/2025/02/1740405943424-ag92-KTM-390-Adventure-Web-15.webp" alt="KTM 390 Adventure Web 15.jpg" style="width: 100%; height: auto;"></p><p>Acceleration is brisk, with 0 – 60 km/h achieved in 2.6
seconds and 0 – 100 km/h in 6.2 seconds – both quicker than the previous
generation model. The improved mid-range power is quite evident, delivering
faster 30 – 70 km/h roll-on acceleration.
Cruise control, which activates above 20 km/h, performs well
on the highway, especially when paired with Quickshifter+, making for a smooth
and hassle-free touring experience.</p><p><strong>Also Read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.autox.com/reviews/bike-reviews/2024-yezdi-adventure-first-ride-review-better-than-the-himalayan-117960/">2024 Yezdi Adventure First Ride Review: Better Than The Himalayan?</a></p><p>The bike’s heat management has improved, thanks to the
curved radiator and reprofiled shrouds that divert hot air away from the rider
– a definite and noticeable upgrade. The underbelly exhaust, with its claimed
400mm water-wading capacity, handles water crossings with ease, even when the
water level reaches the engine guards.</p><p><img src="https://images.autox.com/uploads/2025/02/1740406032170-z2yg-KTM-390-Adventure-Web-3.webp" alt="KTM 390 Adventure Web 3.jpg" style="width: 100%; height: auto;"></p><p>The WP Apex suspension has received a significant upgrade,
offering a much more compliant ride, as it effortlessly absorbs bumps and rough
terrain. The adjustable open-cartridge system provides 30 steps of compression
and rebound adjustment at the front, 20 steps at the rear, and 10 steps of
preload adjustment at the rear, allowing for fine-tuning across various riding
conditions.
While the increased suspension travel is a welcome
improvement, I did notice the front forks bottoming out a couple of times
during intense off-road testing – enough to throw me off the line slightly. That
said, it’s a fair trade-off for the bike’s sharp on-road dynamics and a huge
improvement over the previous model’s overly stiff setup, which was a common
complaint.</p><p><img src="https://images.autox.com/uploads/2025/02/1740406059851-vvw3-KTM-390-Adventure-Web-4.webp" alt="KTM 390 Adventure Web 4.jpg" style="width: 100%; height: auto;"></p><p>
    Off-road, the bike feels light, balanced, and predictable in
technical sections. Compared to the Himalayan, it’s noticeably sharper and more
responsive. The Apollo Tramplr tyres performed decently across varied on- and
off-road conditions. However, since we didn’t lower the tyre pressure when
going off-road, the front end lacked a bit of bite.
The brakes – a 320mm floating disc with a twin-piston calliper
up front and a 240mm rear disc with a single-piston calliper – are strong and
provide good feedback.</p><p><strong>Also Read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.autox.com/reviews/bike-reviews/royal-enfield-himalayan-vs-triumph-scrambler-400x-115920/">2024 Royal Enfield Himalayan vs Triumph Scrambler 400X: Which is Better for Everyday Adventure?</a></p><h2>KTM 390 Adventure First Ride Review: Verdict<br></h2><p>So, is the new KTM 390 Adventure worth the hype? Absolutely.
It’s a complete and far more refined package. The improvements in engine
smoothness, suspension compliance, and overall capability are substantial. It
still retains the fun, hooligan character we love, but now it’s more versatile
and capable than ever.</p><p><img src="https://images.autox.com/uploads/2025/02/1740406224156-l0fz-KTM-390-Adventure-Web-6.webp" alt="KTM 390 Adventure Web 6.jpg" style="width: 100%; height: auto;"></p><p>For
someone like me, who loves venturing off the beaten path, this bike is a
serious contender. It’s fun, capable, and feels right. While I’m still eager to
do a proper back-to-back comparison with its rivals, my initial impressions are
overwhelmingly positive. This is a true adventure bike that delivers on its
promises.<br></p>

KTM 390 Adventure First Ride Review: It's Everything You Wanted, And More!

The wait is over. The 2025 KTM 390 Adventure is here, and it's a game-changer. We rode it, pushing it to its limits, and here's our honest take.

<p>Ather introduced their revolutionary Magic Twist regenerative braking system with the 450 Apex, a limited edition model. Then they brought traction control with the Rizta and now, you get the best of both worlds with the updated 450X…and also the new Apex. I got a chance to test out the Magic Twist and the updated traction control system on the new scooter at a go-kart track and even on some off-road patches. So, how good is the 450X now?</p>

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<h2>2025 Ather 450X Review: New Modes and Regen</h2>

<p>The first thing I want to highlight is the multi-level traction control system. While the Rizta had a simpler on-and-off toggle, the new 450 scooters get multiple levels — Rain, Road and Rally. You can also completely switch it off if you want. As one would expect, the traction control system is the most active when you select Rain while Road is meant for daily usage.</p>

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<p>In the Rally mode, the traction control is a lot more lenient and it allows you to kick up some dirt. We tested the modes on some loose sand and it worked really well. There is an appreciable difference when testing the scooter in extreme conditions. While the 450X, does not really need a traction control system, it is good to see it nonetheless.</p>

<p><img alt="2025 Ather 450X Off Road" src="/uploads/2025/01/2025-Ather-450X-off-road.jpg" style="width: 1280px; height: 720px;" /></p>

<p>The 450X still gets the same 8.4bhp motor that is capable of producing 26Nm. It is still just as fun to ride and just as responsive too. Ather has introduced a new set of tyres from MRF&nbsp;with the updated scooters. These tyres have been developed specially for the 450 and are meant to offer more range while not compromising grip. And I must say, that I hardly noticed any issue with the grip from the new rubber. Combined with the new regen braking, this setup is claimed to substantially increase the real-world range of the scooter. As per Ather, the TruRange of the 3.7kWh model has gone up from 105km to 130km. That is a healthy boost and we will be eager to test it out when we have the scooter for a longer time.</p>

<p><img alt="2025 Ather 450X Tyres" src="/uploads/2025/01/2025-Ather-450X-tyres.jpg" style="width: 1280px; height: 720px;" /></p>

<p>What I do feel is a missed opportunity is that there is still no ABS. I think adding ABS over traction control would have been more useful. I did find myself locking the brakes a couple of times when on the track. While you may argue that people ride more gently on the road, let me remind you that the conditions out there can be rather unpredictable. Also, now that the 450X supports traction control modes and regen levels along with ride modes, I think that Ather should display them on the screen as well. This would help the rider in knowing what levels of various settings the scooter is in, rather than having to dig deep into menus.</p>

<h2>2025 Ather 450X Review: Colour Options and UI Updates</h2>

<p>Ather has not changed any aspect of the scooter’s design so it remains the same as before. There are, however, two new colour options available now - Hyper Sand and Stealth Blue. I particularly like the Hyper Sand colour options as it has a nice finish and looks rather refreshing. As a bonus, if you get this colour option, you will not have to worry about the scooter looking dirty because of the shade.</p>

<p><img alt="2025 Ather 450X Screen" src="/uploads/2025/01/2025-Ather-450X-screen.jpg" style="width: 1280px; height: 720px;" /></p>

<p>The new 450 scooters also get Atherstack 6 as part of the software suite. The instrument cluster is the same touch unit and is packed with features. However, the response is still lethargic when you use the map screen. There are noticeable stutters while you pan around. I also noticed that while most of the interface operation is smooth, there are the occasional hiccups and moments when the screen does not react as quickly.</p>

<h2>2025 Ather 450X Review: Is it better?</h2>

<p>Altogether, the 450X remains a smart and fast scooter that is more feature-rich than ever before. I feel the Magic Twist is a great addition and one that will find a lot of daily use. The traction control might be less useful but is a good safety feature still.</p>

<p><img alt="2025 Ather 450X Riding" src="/uploads/2025/01/2025-Ather-450X-riding.jpg" style="width: 1280px; height: 720px;" /></p>

<p>As for the pricing, it has gone up ever so slightly by Rs 6,400 for the base 450X and Rs 2,000 for the 450X with the bigger 3.7kWh battery pack.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.autox.com/news/bike-news/updated-ather-450s-450x-450-apex-launched-in-india-prices-start-at-rs-130-lakh-119474/">Updated Ather 450S, 450X, 450 Apex Launched in India; Prices Start at Rs 1.30 Lakh</a></p>

<p>Similarly, the 450 Apex has also seen a mere increase of Rs 5,001 on the effective ex-showroom price in Bengaluru. And Ather is throwing in the Halo helmet with the Apex to make it more lucrative. Altogether, despite the price hike, the scooters remain smart and safe options to pick if you are looking for an EV in this segment.<br />
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<p><strong>Motor:</strong> Permanent Magnet AC</p>

<p><strong>Battery:</strong> 3.7kWh</p>

<p><strong>Power:</strong> 8.4BHP</p>

<p><strong>Torque:</strong> 26NM</p>

<p><strong>Price:</strong> ₹1.87 Lakh (Ex-showroom Bengaluru)</p>

<p><strong>X-Factor:&nbsp;</strong><em>The most fun and feature-rich e-scooter</em></p>

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			• Laggy UI</p>

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