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Auto Express
4 hours ago
- Automotive
- Auto Express
Car Deal of the Day: This cheap BMW iX1 is perfect for high-mileage drivers
Sporty handling; desirable M Sport trim 12,000 miles a year; 287-mile range Just £285.79 a month The BMW iX1 might be the smallest electric SUV the German brand makes, but it packs a big punch. That's because it's a true all-rounder – practical, good to drive and efficient, plus it has that same mystical kerb appeal larger BMWs have in spades. Despite this strong list of attributes, the iX1 isn't as expensive as you might think, judging by today's offer. Advertisement - Article continues below This deal, from Lease Car UK, is perfect for high-mileage drivers because it offers a whopping 12,000-miles-a-year allowance for just £433.71 a month. It's a four-year deal that requires £5,552.52 as an initial payment – that's not bad for an agreement like this with such a high mileage limit. You'll be taking the keys to the eDrive 20 model, so that means one motor powering the front wheels. With 204bhp, performance is brisk, while that single motor brings a WLTP range of 287 miles. In our testing we've found 245 miles to be realistic in everyday driving, which is pretty impressive, while a 130kW maximum DC charging rate means a 10-to-80-per-cent charge takes around 30 minutes. This deal gets you an iX1 in desirable M Sport trim. Along with a racy bodykit, this model gives you bi-colour alloy wheels, aluminium trim on the interior, an M Sport steering wheel, and adaptive suspension to give a sportier drive. That's on top of the standard car's excellent curved display that has sat-nav and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. The iX1 gives a sportier drive than its rivals, but remains plush and cosseting just like you'd expect from a BMW. It's also roomy despite its compact size, with plenty of rear-seat space and a good 490-litre boot. The Car Deal of the Day selections we make are taken from our own Auto Express Find A Car deals service, which includes the best current offers from car dealers and leasing companies around the UK. Terms and conditions apply, while prices and offers are subject to change and limited availability. If this deal expires, you can find more top BMW iX1 leasing offers from leading providers on our BMW iX1 page. Check out the BMW iX1 deal or take a look at our previous Car Deal of the Day selection here… Find a car with the experts MG4 and MGS5 EV prices slashed in reply to Government Electric Car Grant MG4 and MGS5 EV prices slashed in reply to Government Electric Car Grant In order to boost sales, MG is announcing its own a £1,500 grant for some of its EVs Chinese cars will take over as Britain's best sellers Chinese cars will take over as Britain's best sellers With a dramatic rise in sales, Mike Rutherford thinks it's only a matter of time before Chinese cars outsell all other countries in the UK Roll over diesel: EVs are now doing the big mileage in the UK Roll over diesel: EVs are now doing the big mileage in the UK The average UK electric car now covers more than 10,000 miles per year, a similar amount to the average diesel.
The Print
4 days ago
- Automotive
- The Print
Dear Tesla buyers, Don't crib about high tariffs. They have helped Indian auto industry
This immediately set off a firestorm on social media, with everyone taking potshots, especially at Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, because of the high import duties. It's an unfair criticism because import duties on automobiles, or tariffs, have been around forever. And India has a vibrant automotive industry. One that employs over 20 million people. The similar Model Y starts at $37,500 in the US, although a better comparison would be to the £44,990 it costs in the United Kingdom. These translate to Rs 32.3 lakh and Rs 52.1 lakh respectively. The car, which is being imported from the company's Berlin megafactory, is so much more expensive in India because of the high duties on fully-built-up imported vehicles. Let me address the electric elephant in the room, right away. Earlier this week, the Elon Musk-helmed Tesla Motors opened their first showroom—call it an 'experience centre'— in Mumbai's Bandra-Kurla Complex. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis did the honours, although Musk himself did not attend. Before the inauguration, Tesla India opened bookings on their website and smartphone application, with their only product in India, the Model Y SUV, starting at Rs 58.89 lakh and a long-range variant at Rs 67.89 lakh. In fact, the government's duty structure encourages manufacturers to at least assemble—if not manufacture—their products in India. Take the Model Y's direct competitor in the global and Indian market, the BMW iX1. Launched by BMW India in January this year, it's reportedly flying off the shelves, with over 200 units sold every month, with a 3-4 month waitlist. But since BMW assembles the car at its factory in Chennai, and even incorporates some local parts like tires, rubber lining, carpets, and seats, it's able to price the iX1 at just Rs 49 lakh. Better still, it is the long-wheelbase variant, unique to the Indian market in its right-hand drive. For comparison, the regular wheelbase iX1 in the UK costs £43,295, which amounts to Rs 50.1 lakh. So, the BMW is not only more affordable in India but also more practical, thanks to the long wheelbase. It is the same story with Mercedes-Benz India, which assembles its EQS sedan and SUV at the Chakan plant. Astonishing speed of Tata While 'heavy' manufacturing, like panel stamping and shell welding, is not happening in India for these global brands just yet, Indian manufacturers are already doing it. Earlier this year I had visited the new Mahindra electric vehicle manufacturing facility at Chakan that employs over a thousand people, many of them women. While many parts and components even for these vehicles are imported, particularly from China, a gradual shift towards 'Make In India' is taking place, as Vinnie Mehta, Director General, Automotive Components Manufacturers Association (ACMA) told me recently. I just drove possibly the best 'Made In India' electric vehicle yet, also made in Pune, which proves that Indian manufacturers are right up there with the rest. The Tata Quad-Wheel Drive (QWD) was quite an impressive drive. It has amazing onboard technology, but what really stood out was the dual-motor set-up on the car, one on each axle, producing 158PS at the front and 238PS at the rear. While you can't select four-wheel drive, this system functions more like a mechanical all-wheel drive. When you floor the accelerator, it really moves. If you have seen the Tata Harrier on the road, you know it is a big vehicle. But switch to 'Boost' mode, and you will hit 100 km per hour from a standstill in 6.3 seconds. That is fast for any car, but astonishing for a bulky SUV. And this, despite Tata Motors dialling back the total power output of both motors to around 315-317PS, likely to reduce stress on the battery, motors, and wiring. I could not drive the like a maniac even if I wanted to. And that is when I started to enjoy the onboard tech. Some features felt a bit redundant—a camera mounted on the 'shark-fin' receiver that projects a feed onto the inside rear-view mirror. But the Dolby Atmos-enabled system? Wow. That was special. In-car audio systems have come a long way, but this one stood out. I tested it by listening to classic Hollywood film scores, and it was outstanding. But when I found an open stretch on the Faridabad-Gurugram road, and let the show what it could do, I was steering. At higher speeds, the steering could have been a bit sharper; there is no way to adjust the steering 'feel'. But overall, this electric Harrier was far superior to the diesel version (which makes just 170PS and lacks four-wheel drive). In fact, it was better than the Mahindra XEV 9e and even entry-level luxury EVs—not just in terms of performance but also in onboard tech. Also read: India's EV dreams need freedom from China's stranglehold on rare-earth metals. Start mining Tata Motors (and Mahindra for that matter) have learned from Chinese carmakers such as BYD, which recently dethroned Tesla as the world's leading electric vehicle manufacturer. As an overall combination of interior space, technology and performance, the Tata QWD is an excellent vehicle. The 75 kilowatt-hour battery pack is claimed to be good for over 500 km, but I expect a real-world range of around 450 km and can charge at a maximum of 120 kilowatts at a DC fast charger. It is available in only one 'persona' (as Tata Motors calls their specifications) called Empowered and is priced at Rs 29 lakh. The rear-wheel drive only variant with a 65 kilowatt-hour battery and a real-world range of around 380-400 km, starts at Rs 21.5 lakh. However, I'd go for the Rear-Wheel Drive Empowered Persona, as it is the only variant that gets the Dolby Atmos-enabled audio system (it is really that good), priced at Rs 27.5 lakh. That said, the is not for erveryone, it is a pricey vehicle but one hopes that as Indian manufacturers, and the Indian arms of global manufacturers absorb skills, they will start making better vehicles and more affordable ones. Just look at what is happening in China. While some consumers will understandably complain about high tariffs, those very tariffs have allowed Indian manufacturers to gain skills. Yes, many components for EVs like the Tata are still imported, and China's restrictions on rare-earth motors and lithium batteries may hurt India in the short term. But that only proves that we have to build our own manufacturing capabilities, including components. We can't achieve that through imports; we have to indigenise and get foreign manufacturers to do more of their manufacturing in India. Kushan Mitra is an automotive journalist based in New Delhi. He tweets @kushanmitra. Views are personal. (Edited by Ratan Priya)
Hindustan Times
16-07-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde drives Tesla Model Y, a day after launch
Eknath Shinde takes the newly introduced Tesla Model Y out for a drive. (ANI) Check Offers Eknath Shinde, the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, got behind the wheel of the newly launched Tesla Model Y electric SUV outside Vidhan Bhawan in Mumbai. The American EV maker opened its first-ever experience centre in the city yesterday, July 15, 2025, announcing its foray into the Indian auto market. The brand launched the new Model Y in the country priced from ₹ 59.89 lakh (ex-showroom) onwards. Eknath Shinde was seen driving the Tesla Model Y slowly within the premises, amidst a crowd of supporters and state officials. Several states were courting the Elon Musk-owned for its India entry and the automaker has chosen Mumbai as its home, which can be seen as a major win for the state. Tesla will open its second showroom in India in Delhi next. The Tesla Model Y is the brand's maiden electric offering in India. The electric SUV available in two variants – Standard Range and Long Range – priced at ₹ 59.89 lakh and ₹ 67.89 lakh (ex-showroom), respectively. The Standard Range promises up to 500 km (WLTP) on a single charge with 0-100 kmph coming up in 5.9 seconds. The Long-Range version offers 622 km on a single charge with 0-100 kmph coming up in 5.6 seconds. On the feature front, the Tesla Model Y gets a 15.4-inch touchscreen infotainment system that has access to most controls. It also has a secondary 8-inch display for rear passengers. The model comes with heated and ventilated front seats, electrically folding and heated rear seats, a 9-speaker audio system, ambient lighting, air conditioning, a panoramic glass roof, dash-cam, eight external cameras, and more. The company is also offering the Full Self-Drive (FSD) option at a premium of ₹ 6 lakh, albeit it won't be rolled out until a few months later. The Model Y arrives in India as a full import, and will take on several established offerings including the BMW iX1, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6, BYD Sealion 7, Mercedes-Benz EQA, Volvo EX40, and the like. Tesla's arrival is expected to shake up the premium electric vehicle segment. Check out Upcoming EV Cars in India. First Published Date: 16 Jul 2025, 17:25 pm IST
Time of India
16-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Tesla Model Y vs Kia EV6 vs BMW iX1: Range, price, features compared
After years of speculation and growing anticipation, Tesla has officially entered the Indian automotive market. The company has now launched the Model Y SUV as its first offering in the country. Alongside the vehicle launch, Tesla has opened its first showroom in Mumbai, located in the prominent Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) and shortly another showroom will open in New Delhi. Customers can place their bookings through Tesla's official website. Deliveries for the standard rear-wheel-drive (RWD) variant are set to begin within this quarter, while the RWD Long Range version is slated for dispatch starting October 2025. In India, the Model Y will take on rivals such as the Kia EV6, BYD Sealion 7, Hyundai Ioniq 5, and both the Volvo XC40 Recharge and C40 Recharge. In the following comparison, we'll examine how the Tesla Model Y stacks up against the Kia EV6 and BMW iX1 LWB in terms of price, range, battery specifications, features, dimensions, and more. MG M9 first drive review: More than just a fancy box on wheels? by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Live Update: The Strategy Uses By Successful Intraday Trader TradeWise Learn More Undo Tesla Model Y vs Kia EV6 vs BMW iX1: Price, variants The new Tesla Model Y will be offered in two variants – Standard and Long Range – priced at Rs 59.89 lakh and Rs 67.89 lakh (ex-showroom) respectively. The BMW iX1 is offered in a single eDrive20L M Sport variant, priced at Rs 49 lakh (ex-showroom), making it the most affordable among the three. The EV6 too is offered in a single fully loaded AWD GT-Line variant and is priced at Rs 65.9 lakh (ex-showroom), placing it between the two Model Y variants in terms of cost. Tesla Model Y vs Kia EV6 vs BMW iX1: Dimensions Comparing dimensions next, the Model Y measures 4751 mm in length, 1920 mm in width, 1624 mm in height and has a wheelbase of 2891 mm. The EV6 measures 4695 mm in length, 1890 mm in width, 1570 mm in height and has a wheelbase of 2900 mm. The BMW iX1 LWB measures 4616 mm in length, 1845 mm in width, 1612 mm in height and has a wheelbase of 2800 mm. The Tesla Model Y is the longest of the three, followed by the EV6, with the iX1 being the shortest. Again, the Model Y is the widest, while the iX1 is the narrowest. The Model Y is also the tallest, enhancing its SUV-like stance; the EV6 is the lowest, giving it a sportier silhouette. The Kia EV6 leads with the longest wheelbase (2900 mm). The Model Y follows closely, and the iX1 has the shortest wheelbase. Tesla Model Y vs Kia EV6 vs BMW iX1: Battery, Range Tesla has yet to officially reveal the exact specifications for the Model Y's battery capacity and electric motor output for the Indian market. As for range, the Standard Model Y delivers up to 500 km of WLTP-rated driving range and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds. The Long Range version stretches its range to 622 km (WLTP) and completes the same sprint in a quicker 5.6 seconds. Despite the difference in battery output, both versions come with a rear-wheel-drive setup and have a claimed top speed of 201 km/h. The new EV6 is powered by an 84 kWh battery paired with dual electric motors which puts out 325 hp of power and 605 nm torque. It has a claimed range of 581 km in one full charge and can sprint from 0-100 kph in 5.3 seconds. With a 350 kW DC fast charger, the battery can be charged from 0 to 80% in just 18 minutes. The iX1 is offered in a single eDrive20L M Sport variant and gets a 66.4 kWh battery pack paired with a single PMSM electric motor which puts out 204 hp of power and 250 nm torque. It has a claimed range of 531 km in one full charge and using a 130 kW DC charger the battery can be juiced from 10 % to 80 % in 29 minutes (120 kms range in 10 min). Using an 11 kW AC charger it can be juiced from 0 % to 100 % in about 6.5 hours. The EV SUV comes with an 11 kW wall box charger. Tesla Model Y vs Kia EV6 vs BMW iX1: Features The India-spec Tesla Model Y comes loaded with a host of premium features. It includes a large 15.3-inch infotainment touchscreen at the centre, ventilated and heated power-adjustable front seats, and rear seats that are both heated and electrically foldable in a two-way configuration. Passengers also get an 8-inch screen at the rear, a 9-speaker sound system, ambient interior lighting, dedicated air vents with electric controls for both front and back rows, and a panoramic glass roof. The vehicle is equipped with eight external cameras to support advanced driver-assistance functions. The BMW X1 and features a 'Widescreen Curved Display' that combines a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster with a 10.7-inch infotainment touchscreen, a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control system, a 205W 12-speaker Harman Kardon sound system. Safety features include Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), a park assist feature, eight airbags, ISOFIX anchors for child seats, and an electronic parking brake. Features-wise, the EV6 gets a large curved panoramic display that combines the digital instrument cluster and infotainment system. The steering wheel has been upgraded with a fingerprint scanner, enabling registered users to drive the car without a key. Additional features include over-the-air (OTA) updates, AI-powered navigation, a digital rearview mirror, wireless charging, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, connected car technology, Level 2 ADAS, remote park assist, and more advanced functionalities. Discover everything about the automotive world at Times of India .
Hindustan Times
15-07-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Who are Elon Musk-owned Tesla Model Y's rivals in India? Here are key EV players
Tesla's entry in the world's third-largest automobile market began on Tuesday with the opening of a showroom in Mumbai. After delays and policy friction, Tesla's entry is set to challenge other EV and automobile giants like Mercedes-Benz and BMW, as well as players like Tata Motors and Mahindra. As Tesla waits to begin its journey in the Indian market, here are the key rivals it will face: While the rear-wheel drive model will be priced at ₹ 60.1 lakh ($70,000), the long-range variant at ₹ 67.8 lakh ($79,000).(PTI) Tata Harrier EV Tata Harrier EV offers instant torque, dynamic precision and an impressive terrain adaptability, with 6 terrain response modes, including normal, rock crawl, snow, grass and sand. It can go from 0 to 100 kmph in 6.3 seconds. With enhanced traction and control it delivers power of 238 PS. In India, ex showroom price of Tata Harrier EV starts from Rs. 21.49 lakh. Mahindra BE 6e Mahindra offers multiple variants (Pack One, Two & Three) for BE 6, catering to different needs of customers. Overall, it offers a semi-active suspension whether navigating on the tough terrains or on a smooth road. It also provides sensors to track the alertness and well being of the person inside the car. The ex-showroom price of this car, according to the website, starts from Rs. 19.65 lakh for the pack one variant. Also read: Tesla enters Indian market with Mumbai showroom: Check models, price, speed and other details Kia EV 6 Kia offers a premium experience in terms of the automobile market and the ex showroom price of this car starts from ₹65.96 lakh. It offers only one variant with the 84kWh battery and claims to deliver range of 663 km. With a fast charging capacity, it charges from 10 to 80 percent in 18 minutes. It delivers a max power of 325PS and has automatic transmission. Hyundai Ioniq 5 Tesla could also have a potential rival from the Hyundai with their Ioniq 5. With the use of a 5-link rear suspension it delivers superior ride comfort and handling. It also offers fast charging that can charge 10% to 80 % in 18 min. It claims to provide a range of 631 kilometres. The ex showroom price of this car is 46.30 lakh. Mercedes-Benz EQA Mercedes-Benz is also a famous name when it comes to luxury cars in India. Mercedes-Benz EQA, can be a potential rival to Tesla, with the ex-showroom price starting from 67.20 lakh, it offers a range of 560 km and a power of 190 HP. In terms of charging, it takes a little more time from 10 to 80 percent in 35 minutes. BMW iX1 The BMW iX1 was launched in India earlier this year with an ex-showroom price of Rs. 49 lakh. It offers an acceleration of 0 to 100 km/hr in 8.6 seconds and a battery size of 66.5 kWh.
