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Benefits up to Rs 75,000 on Tata Nexon in September 2026

Posted on September 8, 2026September 8, 2026 by admin

Benefits up to Rs 75,000 on Tata Nexon in September 2026

Tata Motors has revealed offers on its combustion-powered cars for September 2026. The highest benefits are available on the Curvv, followed by the Nexon. There are offers on the Altroz, Harrier, Sierra, Sierra, Tigor, and pre-2026 Tiago stock available at some dealerships. These offers will provide some relief from the price hike introduced by the carmaker earlier this month.

Note: These offers, applicable until September 30, may vary by city, dealership and stock availability. Please check with your nearest Tata dealership for the exact figures.

Tata Curvv offers in September 2026

Up to Rs 1.25 lakh

Just like last month, The Tata Curvv is available with offers of up to Rs 1.25 lakh in September. These include a discount of Rs 30,000, a scrappage benefit of Rs 45,000 and a loyalty benefit of Rs 50,000. Tata recently rejigged the Curvv’s variant line-up by introducing more features in entry-level and mid-spec trims.

Tata Nexon offers in September 2026

Up to Rs 75,000

Benefits up to Rs 1.25 lakh on Tata Curvv in August 2026

Next, the Tata Nexon is available with offers of up to Rs 75,000. For petrol-manual trims – Smart+, Smart+S, Pure, Pure S, Pure+, Pure+ S and Pure+ PS – the offers include a discount of Rs 10,000, an intervention offer of Rs 45,000 and a scrappage benefit of Rs 20,000. Other petrol trims of the compact SUV get up to Rs 55,000, comprising a discount of Rs 10,000, intervention offer of Rs 25,000 and scrappage benefit of Rs 20,000.

The Nexon CNG gets offers of up to Rs 60,000, including a discount of Rs 10,000, intervention offer of Rs 25,000 and scrappage benefit of Rs 25,000. Meanwhile, the diesel version gets a scrappage benefit of Rs 20,000.

Tata Altroz offers in September 2026

Up to Rs 55,000

The Tata Altroz gets offers of up to Rs 55,000. Petrol trims, excluding Smart, get up to Rs 35,000, including a discount of Rs 15,000 and a scrappage benefit of Rs 20,000. Its CNG version gets up to Rs 55,000, comprising a discount of Rs 15,000, an intervention offer of Rs 20,000 and a scrappage benefit of Rs 20,000. The Altroz diesel gets up to Rs 35,000, including a discount of Rs 15,000 and a scrappage benefit of Rs 20,000.

Tata Harrier offers in September 2026

Up to Rs 45,000

The Tata Harrier diesel gets offers of up to Rs 45,000, including a discount of Rs 10,000 and a scrappage benefit of Rs 35,000. There is no discount on the Harrier turbo-petrol trims.

Tata Safari offers in September 2026

Up to Rs 45,000

Like the Harrier, the Tata Safari diesel also gets offers of up to Rs 45,000 in September. It gets the same discount and scrappage benefits. Also, there is no discount on the Safari turbo-petrol trims.

Pre-2026 Tata Tiago offers in September 2026

Up to Rs 35,000

Pre-2026 Tata Tiago models get offers of up to Rs 35,000. Petrol trims, excluding XE, get a discount of Rs 15,000, an intervention offer of Rs 5,000 and a scrappage benefit of Rs 15,000. The pre-2026 CNG version, also excluding the XE trim, gets the same offers.

Tata Tigor offers in September 2026

Up to Rs 30,000

The Tata Tigor gets offers of up to Rs 30,000. These include a discount of Rs 15,000 and a scrappage benefit of Rs 15,000.

Tata Sierra offers in September 2026

Up to Rs 30,000

Lastly, the Tata Sierra gets offers of up to Rs 30,000 in September 2026. For both the diesel and petrol versions, buyers can avail of a Rs 30,000 benefit through a discount, scrappage or loyalty benefit.

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BMW M340i to be replaced by new M350; next-gen details revealed

Posted on September 8, 2026September 8, 2026 by admin

Next-gen BMW 3 Series M350 details revealed; to replace M340i

BMW has completed testing the next-generation (Neue Klasse-based) 3 Series in Miramas, France, and has revealed a few key specifications for the M350 version, which will replace the current M340i. The specifications suggest that the M350 will come with a more potent six-cylinder engine than the M340i and will get a drift mode, which will be a first for any BMW 3 Series M Performance model.

Will get a 443hp, 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo-petrol engine
8-speed Steptronic transmission and AWD will be standard

Next-generation BMW 3 Series: What was revealed?

M350 will get a drift mode and will produce 69hp more than the M340i

The M350 xDrive will serve as the range-topping model for the upcoming 8th generation 3 Series sedan. It will be powered by a 3.0-litre 6-cylinder turbo-petrol engine producing 443hp and 580Nm, 69hp and 80Nm more than the M340i. It will be offered with a 48V mild-hybrid system for slightly better efficiency, an 8-speed automatic gearbox and an xDrive all-wheel-drive (AWD) layout.

The M350 will also get a drift mode, with all engine power sent to the rear wheels, a first for any BMW 3 Series M Performance model. Till now, a drift mode was reserved for the full-fat M models. With the M350, BMW claims a provisional 0-100kph time of 4.1 seconds, which is 0.3 seconds faster than the M340i, and a top speed of 250kph.

However, BMW has not indicated that a high-performance diesel-powered 3 Series, similar to the current M340d, is in the works. The removal of the ‘i’ suffix from the petrol-powered model’s new M350 badge suggests that a diesel-powered performance variant, traditionally denoted by the ‘d’ suffix, may already be off the table.

Other models in the 3 Series range will be offered with four-cylinder engines and 48V mild-hybrid tech. These are expected to be updated ‘B48’ (2.0L turbo-petrol) and ‘B47’ (2.0L diesel) powerplant versions, offered in the outgoing model.

Will get steel suspension as standard; adaptive suspension setups as options

BMW has also revealed that the 3 Series will come with steel suspension as standard. It will get a double-joint spring strut front axle and a five-link rear axle. Adaptive suspension (for a more comfortable ride) and adaptive M suspension (for a stiffer ride) will be offered as options. Sports tyres – 245/35 R20 at the front and 275/30 R20 at the rear – will also be available as options on the next-generation 3 Series for the first time.

With the summer driving dynamics testing completed in Miramas, the upcoming Neue Klasse-based 3 Series “is entering the final phase of series production development”. It is expected to be available internationally by the end of 2026 and is expected to be offered in India sometime in 2027.

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Skoda may retire Superb amid VW restructuring

Posted on September 8, 2026September 8, 2026 by admin

Skoda is evaluating the discontinuation of its flagship sedan, the Superb, amid a larger cost-reduction effort by the Volkswagen Group – the conglomerate aims to halve the number of models it sells within the next decade. First introduced in 1934, the Superb nameplate was originally used for a full-size luxury car made by Skoda up until 1949. Skoda revived the Superb nameplate in 2001 for its flagship sedan, which is now in its fourth generation and has sold over 1.6 million units to date worldwide.

Skoda Superb might end up on the chopping block

In a recent media interaction (reported on by Autocar UK), Skoda CEO Klaus Zellmer said it’s “not a given” that it wouldn’t shrink its model line-up in the future. This is despite the fact that the Czech carmaker reported its most profitable H1 numbers yet in 2026 – €16 billion in revenue and an 8.5 percent return on sales.

Zellmer hinted that Skoda’s sedan and estate line-up could be subject to reductions due to fading buyer interest in these body styles. “The big question is going forward: saloons and limousines and combis [estates] are not on the rising path. The [next-gen SSP] platform caters for wiggle room to go up to Superb dimensions. We’re currently looking into whether we still need the full monty, or whether we will have a smart way to cover both segments and target groups,” he said.

The fourth-gen Superb is offered as both a sedan and an estate, while the Octavia sits below it and has sold nearly 8 million units over its 30-year tenure. Zellmer said the “Octavia has led its segment since 2016,” giving the carmaker a strong seller that increasingly overlaps with the Superb in terms of size and practicality. Therefore, Skoda is examining whether it needs two models covering these buyers or whether a single model could serve both groups more efficiently.

Interestingly, the fourth-gen Superb is set to launch in India as a fully-imported model sometime during the first half of 2027. The Superb will also mark the return of diesel power for Volkswagen Group’s India portfolio, as the sedan will come equipped with a 150hp 2.0-litre TDI engine.

Could the production-spec Vision O replace the Superb?

Skoda’s Vision O concept, which was unveiled in 2025 and previews the next-gen Octavia, provides a possible indication of how the carmaker could consolidate its future estate offerings. The 4,850mm-long concept previews the next-generation Octavia as an electric estate, and is 152mm longer than the current Octavia Combi (4,698mm) and just 52mm shorter than the Superb Combi (4,902mm).

This could enable the next-gen Octavia to move upmarket and provide the space and practicality currently offered by the Superb, thus allowing Skoda to axe the latter nameplate. That said, Skoda has not confirmed if the production-spec Vision O will replace the Superb. The concept’s production version is expected to land by the end of the decade and will use the Volkswagen Group’s next-gen SSP architecture.

Skoda is also keeping its options open on powertrains in light of slowing EV adoption, with Zellmer stating that the carmaker’s current model line-up is the largest in its history as a result of “catering for a market still divided between combustion drivetrains and electric vehicles, and everything in between such as mild hybrid, full hybrid, plug-in hybrid.” To that end, a range-extender hybrid setup is being considered for the production-spec Vision O. The EV sales downturn may prompt Skoda to extend the lifespan of its ICE-powered models as well.

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Kia Sorento vs Toyota Fortuner: Whose top-spec diesel variant offers more value?

Posted on September 8, 2026September 8, 2026 by admin

Kia Sorento vs Toyota Fortuner top-spec diesel comparison

The Kia Sorento is now on sale in India as the Korean carmaker’s flagship ICE-powered SUV. It contends in the three-row premium SUV segment, directly rivalling the likes of the monocoque-based Skoda Kodiaq, Volkswagen Tayron, and Jeep Meridian. Additionally, the Sorento’s pricing overlaps with that of the ladder-frame-based Toyota Fortuner, which is one of the most popular SUVs in the Rs 30 lakh-50 lakh price bracket.

While the Fortuner isn’t as up-to-date or premium as the Sorento is, the Toyota SUV has accrued a reputation for toughness, reliability, and off-road prowess. Below, we’ve put together the top-spec diesel variants of the Sorento and Fortuner – the HTX(A) and 4×4 AT NeoDrive 48V, respectively – to see which one delivers more bang for your buck.

Kia Sorento vs Toyota Fortuner: Top-spec variant dimensions

Sorento is longer and wider, while Fortuner is taller

	Sorento HTX(A)	Fortuner 4×4 AT NeoDrive 48V
Length (mm)	4,815	4,795
Width (mm)	1,900	1,855
Height (mm)	1,785	1,835
Wheelbase (mm)	2,815	2,745
Seating capacity	6/7	7
Wheel size (inches)	19	18

The Sorento is just 20mm longer than the Fortuner overall, but the Kia SUV’s wheelbase is 70mm longer. It’s also 5mm wider than the Fortuner, comes with larger wheels, and even offers a 6-seat layout with second-row captain’s chairs. However, the Fortuner does claw back some points on the height front, sitting 50mm taller than the Sorento.

Kia Sorento vs Toyota Fortuner: Top-spec diesel variant powertrains

Syros EV is quicker, e Vitara claims higher range and has a bigger battery

	Sorento HTX(A)	Fortuner 4×4 AT NeoDrive 48V
Engine	2.2-litre, 4 cyls	2.8-litre, 4 cyls
Power (hp)	193	204
Torque (Nm)	442	500
Gearbox	8-speed DCT	6-speed AT
Mild hybrid system	No	Yes, 48V
Drive layout	FWD, AWD	AWD

The Fortuner undoubtedly has a larger and more powerful diesel engine than that of the Sorento, that too paired with a 48-volt mild hybrid system for functions like torque assist under load, engine start/stop, and brake energy recuperation. On the other hand, the Sorento comes with an 8-speed gearbox instead of a 6-speed one, which could enable better fuel efficiency on the highway. The top-spec Sorento diesel variant also offers a front-wheel drive layout for buyers who don’t need the enhanced go-anywhere capabilities afforded by all-wheel drive.

Kia Sorento vs Toyota Fortuner: Top-spec diesel variant exterior features

Sorento offers sequential indicators and more colours, while Fortuner gets more lighting

	Sorento HTX(A)	Fortuner 4×4 AT NeoDrive 48V
LED auto headlamps	Yes	Yes
Front LED fog lamps	Yes	Yes
Rear fog lamps	No	Yes
LED tail-lamps	Yes	Yes
Puddle lamps	No	Yes
Roof rails	Yes	Yes
Powered ORVMs	Yes	Yes
Sequential indicators	Yes	No
Powered tailgate	Yes	Yes
Rear spoiler	Yes	Yes
Colour options	8, monotone	5, monotone

In this department, both SUVs are fairly well matched. The Sorento is uniquely equipped with sequential indicators, while the Fortuner is the only one here to offer rear fog lamps and puddle lamps. As for colour options, both are sold in monotone finishes only, with the Sorento offering two more than the Fortuner does.

Kia Sorento vs Toyota Fortuner: Top-spec diesel variant interior features

Sorento easily takes the win here

	Sorento HTX(A)	Fortuner 4×4 AT NeoDrive 48V
Infotainment screen	12.3-inch	8-inch
Instrument cluster	12.3-inch digital	Analogue w/ MID
Heads-up display	Yes	No
Sunroof	Panoramic	No
Wireless charger	Yes	No*
Powered front seats	Yes	Yes
Ventilated front seats	Yes	Yes
Second-row ventilation	Yes	No
Dual-zone climate control	Yes	Yes
Ambient lighting	Yes	No
Sound system	12-speaker Bose	11-speaker JBL
Apple CarPlay & Android Auto	Wireless	Wired
Connected car tech	Yes	Yes
IRVM	Digital	Auto-dimming
Rear centre armrest	Yes	Yes
Sliding, reclining rear seats	Yes	Yes

*Available as an optional accessory.

The Sorento is majorly ahead of the Fortuner in terms of creature comforts. The Kia SUV has larger screens, a big sunroof, more speakers, wireless phone connectivity, rear-seat ventilation, ambient lighting, a fully digital IRVM, and more.

Kia Sorento vs Toyota Fortuner: Top-spec diesel variant driving features

Sorento gets more drive modes, adaptive cruise control, and auto park assist

	Sorento HTX(A)	Fortuner 4×4 AT NeoDrive 48V
Drive modes	4	3
Terrain modes	3	6
Auto park assist	Yes	No
Paddle shifters	Yes	Yes
Cruise control	Adaptive	Yes

While the Sorento gets one additional drive mode (Eco, Sport, Smart, Normal) over the Fortuner (Eco, Normal, Sport), the latter signals its off-road focus by offering two more terrain modes (Mud, Sand, Rock, Dirt, Deep Snow) than the Kia SUV (Snow, Mud, Sand) does. However, the Sorento ups the convenience ante by including a smart park assist function, as well as adaptive cruise control, which can automatically adjust the car’s speed.

Kia Sorento vs Toyota Fortuner: Top-spec diesel variant safety features

Sorento packs several more safety features than the Fortuner does

	Sorento HTX(A)	Fortuner 4×4 AT NeoDrive 48V
ADAS	Yes	No
Airbags	10	7
ABS w/ EBD	Yes	Yes
ESC	Yes	Yes
Hill hold control	Yes	Yes
TPMS	Yes	No*
360-degree camera	Yes	No*
Parking sensors	Front, rear, side	Front, rear
Built-in dashcams	Yes	No
Electronic parking brake	Yes	No
Rain-sensing wipers	Yes	No
ISOFIX child seat anchors	Yes	Yes
Disc brakes	Front, rear	Front, rear

*Available as an optional accessory.

Much like interior features, it’s a square win for the Sorento on the safety front. It not only packs side parking sensors and three more airbags over the Fortuner, but gets features completely missing from the Toyota SUV, like Level 2+ ADAS, rain-sensing wipers, an electronic parking brake with auto-hold, a tyre pressure monitoring system, a 360-degree camera, built-in dual-channel dashcam, and more.

Kia Sorento vs Toyota Fortuner: Top-spec diesel variant prices

Sorento is more affordable despite all the additional features

	Sorento HTX(A)	Fortuner 4×4 AT NeoDrive 48V
Price (Rs, lakh)	38.49-38.69	43.12

Not only is the top-spec Sorento diesel much more feature-packed than the Fortuner, it’s cheaper by around Rs 4.5 lakh as well. The Fortuner is nearly a decade old, and it shows when compared to a more modern car like the Sorento. If you primarily drive on paved roads and want your car to be packed with bells and whistles, the Sorento is the obvious choice. However, if off-roadability, power, and outright durability are your main concerns, there’s still some merit in buying a Fortuner.

All prices are ex-showroom, India.

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August 2026 retail sales: Tata records highest YoY growth among top 10

Posted on September 7, 2026September 7, 2026 by admin

Passenger vehicle retail sales rose 16.14 percent year on year (YoY) in August 2026, with 4,02,398 units sold. Sales, however, declined 3.40 percent compared with July. Maruti Suzuki remained the market leader, while Tata Motors, Mahindra and Hyundai retained the next three positions.

Here is a look at the top 10 passenger vehicle manufacturers by retail sales in August 2026, according to data from the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA).

Carmaker	August 2026 sales	MoM change	YoY change	Market share
Maruti Suzuki	1,65,200	2.06%	22.83%	41.05%
Tata Motors	57,841	-1.59%	40.49%	14.37%
Mahindra	50,245	-10.63%	6.41%	12.49%
Hyundai	46,987	-1.81%	4.84%	11.68%
Toyota	24,856	-15.58%	-9.94%	6.18%
Kia	23,371	-8.53%	17.60%	5.81%
Skoda Volkswagen Group	7,469	-9.15%	-17.64%	1.86%
MG	5,784	-17.72%	-13.01%	1.44%
Honda	4,968	-14.67%	12.37%	1.23%
Renault	3,275	-6.56%	25.10%	0.81%

Maruti Suzuki

Sales: 1,65,200 units | Change: up 22.83 percent YoY

Maruti Suzuki continued to lead the passenger vehicle retail market in August 2026, with 1,65,200 units sold, up 22.83 percent from 1,34,494 units in August 2025. Its market share increased to 41.05 percent, from 38.82 percent a year earlier. Maruti remained well ahead of the other carmakers, with its August sales more than twice those of Tata Motors in second place.

Tata Motors

Sales: 57,841 units | Change: up 40.49 percent YoY

Tata Motors retained second place with 57,841 units sold in August 2026, up 40.49 percent from 41,170 units a year earlier. Its market share increased to 14.37 percent, compared with 11.88 percent in August 2025. Tata also recorded the highest year-on-year growth among the top four carmakers.

Mahindra

Sales: 50,245 units | Change: up 6.41 percent YoY

Mahindra remained in third place with 50,245 units, registering a 6.41 percent increase over the 47,220 units sold in August 2025. Its market share stood at 12.49 percent, down from 13.63 percent a year earlier. During the month, Mahindra launched the updated Scorpio N and BE 6 Sporteq and also introduced its Battery-as-a-Service option for the XEV 9e and XEV 9S.

Hyundai

Sales: 46,987 units | Change: up 4.84 percent YoY

Hyundai held fourth place with 46,987 units sold, up 4.84 percent from 44,818 units in August 2025. Its market share stood at 11.68 percent, compared with 12.94 percent a year earlier. Hyundai has also introduced an assured buyback programme for the Creta Electric and announced a price hike of up to 1 percent from September 2026.

Toyota

Sales: 24,856 units | Change: down 9.94 percent YoY

Toyota retained fifth place with 24,856 units, down 9.94 percent from 27,600 units in August 2025. Its market share fell to 6.18 percent, from 7.97 percent a year earlier. Toyota remained ahead of Kia in retail sales, although the gap between the two narrowed to 1,485 units.

Kia

Sales: 23,371 units | Change: up 17.60 percent YoY

Kia recorded 23,371 units in August 2026, an increase of 17.60 percent over the 19,873 units sold in the same month last year. Its market share rose marginally to 5.81 percent, from 5.74 percent in August 2025. The Seltos and Sonet continued to account for a large share of volumes, while the newly launched Syros EV also contributed to the performance.

Skoda Volkswagen

Sales: 7,469 units | Change: down 17.64 percent YoY

The Skoda Volkswagen Group ranked seventh with 7,469 units sold in August, down 17.64 percent from 9,069 units a year earlier. Its market share stood at 1.86 percent, compared with 2.62 percent in August 2025. The FADA figure combines the retail sales of the group’s brands, including Skoda, Volkswagen, Audi, Porsche, Lamborghini and Bentley.

MG

Sales: 5,784 units | Change: down 13.01 percent YoY

MG recorded 5,784 units in August 2026, down 13.01 percent from 6,649 units in August 2025. Its market share declined to 1.44 percent, from 1.92 percent a year earlier. The company launched the Hector Tomahawk in both EV and PHEV forms during the month. Bookings for both versions are open, while deliveries of the Tomahawk EV are scheduled to begin in September. Test drives and deliveries for the PHEV are scheduled to start in November.

Honda

Sales: 4,968 units | Change: up 12.37 percent YoY

Honda sold 4,968 units in August, up 12.37 percent from 4,421 units in August 2025. Its market share stood at 1.23 percent, compared with 1.28 percent a year earlier. Honda remained ninth among the top 10 carmakers, despite its market share declining slightly year on year. Its retail sales were also down 14.67 percent from July.

Renault

Sales: 3,275 units | Change: up 25.10 percent YoY

Renault completed the top 10 with 3,275 units in August, up 25.10 percent from 2,618 units a year earlier. Its market share increased to 0.81 percent, from 0.76 percent in August 2025. Renault recorded the second-highest YoY growth among the top 10 carmakers, behind Tata Motors. The increase comes as the Duster made its return to Renault’s India line-up, adding a new model to its existing range. Retail sales were down 6.56 percent from July.

CNG, hybrid and EVs overtake petrol in August

The passenger vehicle fuel mix also saw a change in August. CNG, hybrids and EVs together accounted for 41.95 percent of retail sales, exceeding the 40.85 percent share of petrol for the first time. CNG accounted for 25.28 percent of sales, followed by diesel at 17.21 percent, hybrids at 9.04 percent and EVs at 7.63 percent.

In August 2025, petrol accounted for 46.37 percent of PV retail sales, while CNG, hybrid and EV shares stood at 21.47 percent, 7.96 percent and 5.83 percent, respectively.

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Petrol Diesel Price Today: आज पेट्रोल-डीजल के ताजा रेट जारी, जानें आपके शहर में कितना है भाव

Posted on September 7, 2026September 7, 2026 by admin

Petrol Diesel Price Today: हर दिन की शुरुआत सिर्फ सूरज की किरणों से नहीं होती, बल्कि पेट्रोल और डीजल की नई कीमतों से भी होती है, जो आम आदमी की जेब पर सीधा असर डालती हैं। सुबह 6 बजे देश की तेल विपणन कंपनियां (OMCs) ताजा दरें जारी करती हैं, जो अंतरराष्ट्रीय बाजार में कच्चे तेल की कीमतों और डॉलर-रुपए की विनिमय दर में आए बदलावों पर आधारित होती हैं। ये बदलाव रोजमर्रा की जिंदगी को प्रभावित करते हैं, चाहे वो ऑफिस जाने वाला व्यक्ति हो या फल-सब्जी बेचने वाला व्यापारी।

ऐसे में हर दिन की कीमतों की जानकारी रखना सिर्फ जरूरी ही नहीं, बल्कि समझदारी भी है। सरकार की यह प्रणाली पारदर्शिता सुनिश्चित करती है ताकि उपभोक्ताओं को किसी तरह की भ्रमित जानकारी न मिले।

आपके शहर में आज का पेट्रोल-डीजल का भाव

ये रहे 06 सितंबर 2026 के प्रमुख शहरों के पेट्रोल-डीजल के ताजा रेट

नई दिल्ली: पेट्रोल ₹102.12 प्रति लीटर और डीजल ₹95.20 प्रति लीटर।

मुंबई: पेट्रोल ₹111.18 और डीजल ₹97.83 प्रति लीटर।

कोलकाता: पेट्रोल ₹113.47 जबकि डीजल ₹99.82 प्रति लीटर।

चेन्नई: पेट्रोल ₹107.77 और डीजल ₹99.55 प्रति लीटर।

गुरुग्राम: पेट्रोल ₹102.77 तथा डीजल ₹95.44 प्रति लीटर।

नोएडा: पेट्रोल ₹102.12 और डीजल ₹95.56 प्रति लीटर।

बेंगलुरु: पेट्रोल ₹110.93 जबकि डीजल ₹98.80 प्रति लीटर।

भुवनेश्वर: पेट्रोल ₹109.92 और डीजल ₹100.92 प्रति लीटर।

चंडीगढ़: पेट्रोल ₹98.10 तथा डीजल ₹86.09 प्रति लीटर।

हैदराबाद: पेट्रोल ₹115.69 और डीजल ₹103.82 प्रति लीटर।

जयपुर: पेट्रोल ₹112.66 जबकि डीजल ₹97.78 प्रति लीटर।

लखनऊ: पेट्रोल ₹102.05 और डीजल ₹95.55 प्रति लीटर।

पटना: पेट्रोल ₹113.35 तथा डीजल ₹99.36 प्रति लीटर।

तिरुवनंतपुरम: पेट्रोल ₹115.49 और डीजल ₹104.40 प्रति लीटर।

पिछले दो साल से स्थिर क्यों हैं कीमतें?

मई 2022 के बाद से केंद्र और कई राज्यों द्वारा टैक्स में कटौती की गई, जिसके बाद पेट्रोल-डीजल की कीमतों में स्थिरता देखी जा रही है। हालांकि अंतरराष्ट्रीय बाजार में उतार-चढ़ाव होता रहता है, फिर भी भारतीय उपभोक्ताओं के लिए कीमतें तुलनात्मक रूप से स्थिर बनी हुई हैं।

किन कारणों से तय होती हैं ईंधन की कीमतें?

कच्चे तेल की कीमतें:

पेट्रोल और डीजल का उत्पादन मुख्य रूप से कच्चे तेल से होता है। जब अंतरराष्ट्रीय स्तर पर कच्चे तेल की कीमतें बढ़ती हैं, तो इसका असर सीधे भारतीय बाजार पर पड़ता है।

डॉलर के मुकाबले रुपया:

भारत अधिकतर कच्चा तेल आयात करता है, और यह डॉलर में खरीदा जाता है। यदि रुपया कमजोर होता है, तो ईंधन महंगा हो जाता है।

सरकारी टैक्स और शुल्क:

केंद्र और राज्य सरकारें पेट्रोल-डीजल पर भारी टैक्स लगाती हैं, जो खुदरा मूल्य का बड़ा हिस्सा होते हैं। यही कारण है कि राज्यों में कीमतों में अंतर होता है।

रिफाइनिंग की लागत:

कच्चे तेल को इस्तेमाल लायक बनाने की प्रक्रिया (रिफाइनिंग) में भी खर्च होता है। ये लागत कच्चे तेल की गुणवत्ता और रिफाइनरी की क्षमता पर निर्भर करती है।

मांग और आपूर्ति का संतुलन:

बाजार में ईंधन की मांग अगर बढ़ जाती है, तो कीमतें भी ऊपर जाने लगती हैं। खासकर त्योहारों, गर्मी या सर्दी के मौसम में ईंधन की खपत ज्यादा होती है।

कैसे करें अपने शहर की कीमतें SMS से चेक?

अगर आप मोबाइल से ईंधन की कीमत जानना चाहते हैं, तो ये प्रक्रिया आसान है:

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BPCL ग्राहक: “RSP” लिखकर 9223112222 पर भेजें।

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All you need to know about the Kia Sorento

Posted on September 6, 2026September 6, 2026 by admin

Kia has a new flagship ICE SUV in India in the form of the Sorento. The Korean carmaker has thrown quite a lot at it, offering it with a wide variant lineup with strong-hybrid and diesel engines, front wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations, and both 6- and 7-seater configurations. In the executive SUV space, the Sorento finds itself in the company of the Skoda Kodiaq, Volkswagen Tayron and Jeep Meridian, and uniquely, it’s the only one to come with a strong-hybrid powertrain. If you have your eyes set on the Sorento, here’s everything you need to know about Kia’s latest three-row SUV.

1. What’s the price range of the Kia Sorento?

2026 Kia Sorento variant-wise prices (in Rs lakh, introductory, ex-showroom)
	Diesel 7-str	Diesel 6-str	Strong-hybrid 7-str	Strong-hybrid 6-str
HTE	27.99	–	29.49	–
HTE(O)	29.49	–	30.99	–
HTK	32.49	32.69	33.99	34.19
HTK(A)	33.49	33.69	34.99	35.19
HTX (AWD)	37.49	37.69	38.99	39.19
HTX(A) (AWD)	38.49	38.69	39.99	40.19

The Kia Sorento is priced between Rs 27.99 lakh and Rs 40.19 lakh (ex-showroom), and is available in as many as 20 different variants. More specifically speaking, the diesel range starts at Rs 27.99 lakh and goes up to Rs 38.69 lakh for the top-spec AWD variant. Meanwhile, the strong-hybrid range is priced from Rs 29.49 lakh and Rs 40.19 lakh (ex-showroom).

On-road prices for the Sorento hybrid range between Rs 37.68 lakh and Rs 51.30 lakh in Delhi. Meanwhile, the diesel’s on-road price in Delhi ranges between Rs 35.81 lakh and Rs 49.42 lakh (ex-showroom). Do note on-road prices can vary depending on the city.

2. What powertrains are available with the Kia Sorento?

The Sorento is available with two powertrain options – a 1.6-litre turbo-petrol strong hybrid and a 2.2-litre diesel engine. In the turbo-petrol strong hybrid version, the combustion engine produces 180hp and 265Nm while an electric motor produces an additional 65hp and 264Nm. Kia has, however, not revealed the battery size or the combined total output for this powertrain. The diesel, meanwhile, produces 193hp and 442Nm. The Sorento is, in fact, just one of two SUVs in this segment to offer a diesel engine, while the strong-hybrid is its novelty.

Both powertrains are offered only with an automatic gearbox – 6-speed AT for the strong-hybrid and 8-speed DCT for the diesel. Both also get the option of front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. Kia has, however, not revealed specific fuel efficiency figures for either powertrain yet.

3. How big is the Kia Sorento

Kia Sorento vs rivals: Powertrain options
	Kia Sorento	Volkswagen Tayron	Skoda Kodiaq	Jeep Meridian
Length (mm)	4,815	4,792	4,758	4,769
Width (mm)	1,900	1,866	1,864	1,859
Height (mm)	1,785	1,665	1,679	1,698
Wheelbase (mm)	2,815	2,789	2,791	2,782
Ground clearance (mm)	TBC	TBC	192	214
Wheel size (inch)	18-19	19	18	18

The Sorento is the largest SUV in its segment in every parameter, which lends it quite an imposing stance on the road. It also has the longest wheelbase in its class, and offers the option 18-inch and 19-inch alloy wheels, depending on the trim. For

4. What are the exterior and interior colour options available on the Sorento?

The Kia Sorento is offered with eight exterior colour options, including Aurora Black Pearl, Glacier White Pearl, Magma Red, Ivory Silver, Gravity Grey, Imperial Blue, Pewter Olive, and Dark Gun Metal. Among these, the Dark Gun Metal colour is offered on the top-spec HTX and HTX(A) trims, while all other options are available across the range.

On the inside, Kia is offering two colour schemes: Smoky Black and Grey, and Premium Black and Olive Brown. The former is offered with the lower-spec HTE, HTK, HTE (O), HTK(A) trims, while the latter is available with the higher-spec HTX and HTX(A) trims.

5. What are some of the standout features on the Sorento?

Like most Kia, the Sorento is absolutely loaded to gills, with the India-spec model even debut some features for the Sorento nameplate globally. There are two 12.3-inch screens for instrumentation and infotainment, the front seats are ventilated, have 10-way power adjustability and offer adjustable lumbar support. The co-driver’s seat has a boss mode to extend the middle-row space. The middle-row seats can be electronically folded, and the 6-seater version further offers middle-row seat ventilation.

Other features include a 12-speaker Bose sound system, a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control, a head-up display (HUD) and a powered tailgate. Real-time generative AI is a first for any Sorento available globally. Safety features include 10 airbags, a digital inside rearview mirror (IRVM), a 360-degree camera, auto parking assistance, front and rear dashcams, a tyre-pressure monitoring system (TPMS) and Level 2+ advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS).

6. Which variant of the Kia Sorento should you buy?

With over 20 variants to choose from, the Sorento stretches a very wide price band across both its powertrain options. However, we’d recommend the mid-spec HTK variant which offers the most for your money. It misses out on the AWD system, but packs all the niceties such as the dual 12.3-inch screens, 12-speaker Bose sound system, 360-degree camera with blind-spot monitor, 64-colour ambient lighting, 19-inch alloys, leatherette upholstery, panoramic sunroof, powered tail gate, ventilated front seats and more.

It does miss out on a digital IRVM, HUD, more electronic adjustment levels for the front seats, ventilated second-row seats and boss mode but none of these is a deal breaker. However, if you are on a budget, the one-over-base HTE(O) is the best value-for-money variant, offering a decently equipped feature suite for its price.

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LPG Price 6 September 2026: आज 6 सितंबर 2026 को देशभर में घरेलू LPG सिलेंडर की कीमतों में कोई बदलाव नहीं हुआ है। 14.2 किलोग्राम वाले घरेलू गैस सिलेंडर के दाम पहले की तरह ही हैं। सरकारी तेल कंपनियों ने इस महीने घरेलू LPG के रेट में बढ़ोतरी नहीं की है, जिससे आम परिवारों के रसोई बजट पर फिलहाल अतिरिक्त बोझ नहीं पड़ा है।

हालांकि, 19 किलोग्राम वाले कमर्शियल LPG सिलेंडर के दाम 1 सितंबर को बढ़ाए गए थे। अलग-अलग शहरों में इसकी कीमत करीब 9.50 रुपये से 11.50 रुपये प्रति सिलेंडर तक बढ़ी है। इसका सीधा असर होटल, रेस्टोरेंट और कैटरिंग कारोबार पर पड़ रहा है।

घरेलू LPG के दाम क्यों नहीं बढ़े?

अंतरराष्ट्रीय बाजार में कच्चे तेल की कीमतों में लगातार उतार-चढ़ाव देखने को मिल रहा है। इसके बावजूद सरकार और तेल कंपनियों ने घरेलू LPG सिलेंडर की कीमतों को फिलहाल स्थिर रखा है।

वहीं, अंतरराष्ट्रीय बाजार में कच्चे तेल की कीमत 95 डॉलर प्रति बैरल से ऊपर जाने और गैस की आयात लागत बढ़ने का असर कमर्शियल LPG पर पड़ा है। इसी वजह से 19 किलो वाले सिलेंडर के दाम में मामूली बढ़ोतरी की गई।

शहर के हिसाब से LPG सिलेंडर के रेट

शहर	घरेलू LPG सिलेंडर	कमर्शियल LPG सिलेंडर
दिल्ली	₹942.00	₹2,747.50
मुंबई	₹941.50	₹2,701.00
कोलकाता	₹968.00	₹2,884.00
चेन्नई	₹957.50	₹2,916.50
बेंगलुरु	₹944.50	₹2,831.00
लखनऊ	₹942.50	₹2,755.00
नोएडा	₹942.80	₹2,760.00
वाराणसी	₹943.10	₹2,757.00
रांची	₹999.50	₹2,933.00

कब बदले थे घरेलू LPG के दाम?

घरेलू LPG सिलेंडर की कीमत में आखिरी बदलाव जून 2026 में हुआ था। उस समय 14.2 किलोग्राम वाले सिलेंडर की कीमत में करीब 29 रुपये की बढ़ोतरी की गई थी।

इससे पहले मार्च 2026 में पश्चिम एशिया में तनाव और कच्चे तेल की बढ़ती कीमतों के कारण घरेलू LPG के दाम में लगभग 60 रुपये का इजाफा हुआ था।

वहीं, कमर्शियल LPG की कीमतों में इससे पहले राहत भी मिली थी। 1 अगस्त को 19 किलो वाले सिलेंडर के दाम में करीब 192 से 200 रुपये तक की बड़ी कटौती हुई थी। जुलाई में भी कमर्शियल LPG की कीमत लगभग 183.50 रुपये कम की गई थी।

देश में LPG की खपत क्यों घट रही है?

पेट्रोलियम प्लानिंग एंड एनालिसिस सेल (PPAC) के आंकड़ों के मुताबिक, अप्रैल से अगस्त 2026 के बीच घरेलू LPG की खपत 15.9 फीसदी घटकर 11.3 मिलियन टन रह गई। पिछले साल इसी अवधि में यह आंकड़ा 13.4 मिलियन टन था।

LPG की खपत कम होने के पीछे कई कारण हैं। देश के शहरों और कस्बों में PNG यानी पाइप्ड नेचुरल गैस का नेटवर्क तेजी से बढ़ रहा है। इससे कई घरों में LPG सिलेंडर पर निर्भरता कम हुई है।

महंगे सिलेंडर का घरेलू बजट पर असर

हालांकि घरेलू LPG के दाम फिलहाल स्थिर हैं, लेकिन 940 से 1,000 रुपये के आसपास की कीमत अभी भी कई परिवारों के लिए बड़ी राशि है। खासकर ग्रामीण और कम आय वाले परिवारों के बजट पर इसका असर पड़ता है।

कुछ ग्रामीण परिवारों में सब्सिडी कम होने या खत्म होने के बाद LPG का इस्तेमाल कम हुआ है। ऐसे में कुछ परिवार दोबारा लकड़ी और उपले जैसे पारंपरिक ईंधन का इस्तेमाल करने लगे हैं। इससे भी घरेलू LPG की कुल खपत में कमी देखने को मिल रही है।

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आपके शहर में आज का पेट्रोल-डीजल का भाव

ये रहे 06 सितंबर 2026 के प्रमुख शहरों के पेट्रोल-डीजल के ताजा रेट

नई दिल्ली: पेट्रोल ₹102.12 प्रति लीटर और डीजल ₹95.20 प्रति लीटर।

मुंबई: पेट्रोल ₹111.18 और डीजल ₹97.83 प्रति लीटर।

कोलकाता: पेट्रोल ₹113.47 जबकि डीजल ₹99.82 प्रति लीटर।

चेन्नई: पेट्रोल ₹107.77 और डीजल ₹99.55 प्रति लीटर।

गुरुग्राम: पेट्रोल ₹102.77 तथा डीजल ₹95.44 प्रति लीटर।

नोएडा: पेट्रोल ₹102.12 और डीजल ₹95.56 प्रति लीटर।

बेंगलुरु: पेट्रोल ₹110.93 जबकि डीजल ₹98.80 प्रति लीटर।

भुवनेश्वर: पेट्रोल ₹109.92 और डीजल ₹100.92 प्रति लीटर।

चंडीगढ़: पेट्रोल ₹98.10 तथा डीजल ₹86.09 प्रति लीटर।

हैदराबाद: पेट्रोल ₹115.69 और डीजल ₹103.82 प्रति लीटर।

जयपुर: पेट्रोल ₹112.66 जबकि डीजल ₹97.78 प्रति लीटर।

लखनऊ: पेट्रोल ₹102.05 और डीजल ₹95.55 प्रति लीटर।

पटना: पेट्रोल ₹113.35 तथा डीजल ₹99.36 प्रति लीटर।

तिरुवनंतपुरम: पेट्रोल ₹115.49 और डीजल ₹104.40 प्रति लीटर।

पिछले दो साल से स्थिर क्यों हैं कीमतें?

किन कारणों से तय होती हैं ईंधन की कीमतें?

कच्चे तेल की कीमतें:

डॉलर के मुकाबले रुपया:

सरकारी टैक्स और शुल्क:

रिफाइनिंग की लागत:

मांग और आपूर्ति का संतुलन:

कैसे करें अपने शहर की कीमतें SMS से चेक?

अगर आप मोबाइल से ईंधन की कीमत जानना चाहते हैं, तो ये प्रक्रिया आसान है:

Indian Oil ग्राहक: अपने शहर का कोड टाइप करें और उसे “RSP” के साथ 9224992249 पर भेजें।

BPCL ग्राहक: “RSP” लिखकर 9223112222 पर भेजें।

HPCL ग्राहक: “HP Price” लिखकर 9222201122 पर भेजें।

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Kia Sorento vs rivals: Specifications and price compared

Posted on September 5, 2026September 5, 2026 by admin

With the launch of the Sorento, Kia India has forayed into the premium three-row SUV segment. It sits on Kia’s N3 platform and sits above the Seltos in the brand’s portfolio in India. In this article, we compare the Sorento’s on-paper specifications and price against rivals including the Jeep Meridian, Volkswagen Tayron, and the Skoda Kodiaq.

Kia Sorento vs rivals: Dimensions

Sorento’s dimensions are the highest in its class

Kia Sorento vs rivals: Powertrain options
	Kia Sorento	Volkswagen Tayron	Skoda Kodiaq	Jeep Meridian
Length (mm)	4,815	4,792	4,758	4,769
Width (mm)	1,900	1,866	1,864	1,859
Height (mm)	1,785	1,665	1,679	1,698
Wheelbase (mm)	2,815	2,789	2,791	2,782
Ground clearance (mm)	TBC	TBC	192	214
Wheel size (inch)	18-19	19	18	18
Height (mm)	1,785	1,665	1,679	1,698

By a fair margin, the Kia Sorento is the largest SUV in its class in every dimension. Additionally, it’s the only SUV here to come with both 18 and 19-inch wheels; the Tayron comes with 19-inch wheels as standard, but the Kodiaq and Meridian come with smaller 18-inch rims.

Kia Sorento vs rivals: Powertrain options

Only the Sorento gets petrol and diesel engines

Kia Sorento vs rivals: Powertrain options
	Kia Sorento	Volkswagen Tayron	Skoda Kodiaq	Jeep Meridian
Engine	1.6 strong-hybrid \| 2.2 turbo-diesel	2.0 turbo-petrol	2.0 turbo-petrol	2.0 turbo-diesel
Engine power (hp)	180 \| 193	204	204	170
Torque (Nm)	265 \| 442	320	320	350
E-motor power (hp)*	65	–	–	–
E-motor torque (Nm)*	264	–	–	–
Transmission	6AT \| 8DCT	7DCT	7DCT	6MT / 9AT
Drive layout	FWD/AWD \| FWD/AWD	AWD	AWD	FWD / 4WD

*E-motor exclusive to Sorento strong-hybrid

The Kia Sorento is the only SUV in the segment to offer a strong-hybrid petrol engine alongside a diesel engine. On the other hand, the rest of the models here are powered by either a petrol or a diesel engine. Secondly, depending on the variant, the Sorento gets either an FWD or an AWD layout; the Kodiaq and Tayron get AWD as standard, and the Meridian offers a segment-only 4WD layout apart from an FWD option.

Comparing petrol-powered models, the Sorento, Kodiaq, and the Tayron utilise a direct-injection turbo-petrol mill. But only the Sorento’s unit is paired with a strong-hybrid system here. Until Kia confirms the combined power output figures of the Sorento hybrid, it’s the Kodiaq and Tayron with the highest power output, and they’re both powered by the same engine.

Taking diesel power into consideration, the Sorento’s slightly larger unit delivers much higher output figures in comparison to the Meridian. Meanwhile, the Meridian is the only SUV here to offer a manual gearbox, while the rest of the SUVs here come solely with an automatic gearbox.

Kia Sorento vs rivals: Prices

Sorento is the second most affordable in its class

Kia Sorento vs rivals: Prices
	Kia Sorento	Volkswagen Tayron	Skoda Kodiaq	Jeep Meridian
Price (Rs Lakh)	27.99 – 40.39	41.99 – 47.74	36.99 – 46.99	23.33-37.92

The Sorento’s Rs 27.99 lakh starting price makes it the second most affordable SUV after the Jeep Meridian. Like the Meridian, the Sorento is heavily localised, helping its price range be on par with rivals here. On the other hand, the CKD-built Kodiaq and Tayron begin at a higher price point, with the latter’s top-end variant being the most expensive here.

Notably, a core difference between the SUVs is the seating configurations on offer. Depending on the variant chosen, the Meridian, Kodiaq, and Tayron come with either a 5- or a 7-seat configuration. But the Sorento gets a 7-and 6-seater configuration, with segment-only captain chairs for the latter option.

All prices are ex-showroom, India