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I have had the Active i20 for just about a year and a half now, and I hadn’t had any prior experience with the car.

However, what made me jump on it were the exceptional looks it has. And when I did drive it, I got into the feel of it and really started to appreciate the machine.

I live in Budhanilkantha and my work is over at the airport, and some other side business that are scattered around the city, and this car get me to those destinations without a hiccup. This car is great as a city commuter.

Apart from the city, I have taken this car to Lumbini, Pokhara, and Dharan. And in those rides, I have not experienced any issues. I have had a comfortable time in all of my rides, both long and short, and have had no problems in terms of maintenance. I say that because Hyundai’s Customer Service is great and I regard it as one of their strongest points.

I would recommend the Hyundai Active i20 to anyone and everyone, and I have been doing so ever since I got it. And they have gone to get one for themselves and have no regrets going with my recommendation.

Sudarshan Khatri Businessman

ENGINE

Petrol 1.2 KAPPA

Displacement (cc)

1197cc

Maximum Power (ps/rpm)

83 / 6,000

Maximum Torque (kg-m/rpm)

11.7 / 4,000

Clearance (mm) Fuel Tank Capacity (l) Boot Space (l) Suspension (Front/ Rear)M Type

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1396 cc 90 / 4,000 22.4 / 1,500-2,750 190 45 402

McPherson Strut with Coil Spring / Coupled Torsion Beam Axle with Coil Spring

Power assisted (Electric)

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Test Drive

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Test Drive

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All New SsangYong Rexton

Morris Garages (MG) GS

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Vespa Powe(Red) For AIDS

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Product Watch

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TVS Apache RR 310

Royal Enfield Reunion 2017

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Test Drive Tata Hexa

24 Product Watch 72 Roadtrip Skoda Kodiaq

Finding Roots: The Great Indian Roadtrip

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CFMOTO 650MT & St Papio 125

The Best of 2017

8 Winter Driving Tips To Keep You Safe On Roads

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EDITORIAL Hello again, SUVs were all the rage this month, and we had the opportunity to test drive not one but three of them for this issue. IMS Motors recently launched the all new SsangYong Rexton in the Nepalese market and we had a chance to extensively review it all around the capital.

SsangYong’s SUV now comes with the ultimate styling, performance, safety and technologies one can expect from a flagship SUV. SsangYong says the new Rexton will re-establish and elevate its brand identity. It seems things are heating up and the luxury SUV game might never be the same again with the arrival of the all new SsangYong Rexton.

Also on the review list is the MG GS SUV, a dynamic and sporty SUV produced by the relative new comer MG Motors. With great specifications throughout the range, MG says this is an SUV you and all the family can rely on. Lastly, there is the Tata Hexa, a spacious and stylish feature-loaded 7-seater SUV, which is robust and raring to go. The final month of 2017, as you can see, was certainly filled to the brim with excitement.

And to be fair, the whole year was great to be an auto enthusiast as we had a non-stop wave of great cars and bikes hitting the industry. Apart from signifying that the industry is growing, this certainly shows that the coming year will be even better. With that note we would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year, 2018. Cheers!

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BAJAJ LAUNCHES PULSAR BLACK PACK EDITION IN INDIA

To commemorate 1 crore global sales milestone, Bajaj Auto has launched the Bajaj Pulsar 150, 180, and 220 Black Pack Edition. The bikes under the Black Pack Edition feature premium Black paint job and decal finish, with matte grey and red highlights; Satin Chrome exhaust cover, and contrasting white alloy wheels.

Apart from the visual changes, the mechanical underpinnings of the motorcycles are the same as the normal variants. The Bajaj Pulsar 150 has a 149 cc engine that is good for 14 PS and 13.4 Nm; the Pulsar 180 features a bigger 178.6 cc engine which makes 17.02 PS and 14.22 Nm. The Pulsar 220F on the other hand comes with a 220 cc engine with oil cooling. The mill generates 20.93 PS of power and 18.55 Nm of torque.

2017 KTM 390 DUKE WINS 2018 IMOTY The 2017 KTM 390 Duke has been crowned the 2018 Indian Motorcycle Of The Year, which was in its tenth edition. The 390 Duke managed to edge out the Yamaha FZ25 and Triumph Street Triple RS to clinch the title.

A number of parameters such as the price, fuel economy, styling, comfort, safety, performance, practicality, technical innovation, value for money and suitability for Indian riding conditions were taken into account. Based on the above criteria, the scoring was done, and with 107 points, the 390 Duke won the coveted award. The FZ25 and the Street Triple trailed behind at 77 and 68 points respectively. In 2017, the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V won the award, and the Yamaha YZF-R3 in 2016.

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ALL NEW HYUNDAI VERNA WINS 2018 ICOTY The all new Hyundai Verna has won the prestigious Indian Car of the Year (ICOTY) 2018 award. This award recognizes the best in class efforts in engineering, design, costeffectiveness, adaptability to local conditions and above all customer satisfaction. With over 8.8 million customers globally, the Verna is one of the world’s most popular sedans. The new Verna follows suit with its striking design, excellent performance, safety and advanced features.

SYM UNVEILS WOLF CR300i & NH TRAZER 250 IN UK Sanyang (SYM) UK has unveiled the SYM Wolf CR 300i & NH Trazer for the UK market. The Taiwan-based company is yet to announce the price of the bikes.

The cafĂŠ-racer inspired Wolf CR 300i employs a single cylinder 278 cc engine with liquid cooling and fuel injection. The 4-valve mill is capable of generating 27.1 PS of power at 8,000 rpm, and 26 Nm of torque at 6,000 rpm. The Euro 4 engine mates with a 6-speed transmission that transfers power to the rear wheel via a chain drive.

Similarly, the SYM NH Trazer 200 is a smallcapacity adventure tourer from the brand. The long-travel suspension, high ground clearance, and the upright riding position make it, potentially, a good motorcycle for cross country riding. The headlight and the tail light are LED units and the instrument cluster is all-digital.

Powering the SYM NH Trazer 200 is a 183 cc single cylinder mill with liquid cooling and fuel injection. The Euro 4 compliant engine makes 18.2 PS of power at 8,500 rpm and 16.6 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm. The powerplant pairs with a 6-speed gearbox.

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OKINAWA PRAISE ELECTRIC SCOOTER LAUNCHED IN INDIA

Okinawa Autotech Pvt Ltd, an Indian electric two-wheeler maker has launched its latest flagship electric scooter, the Okinawa Praise at INR 59,889.

The Okinawa Praise comes with a host of impressive features like an LED headlight with DRL, an LED tail light, and LED rear indicators as well. The bodywork is sporty, with plenty of angular elements at the front.

The instrument cluster is all-digital, and the pillion seat comes with a cushioned backrest as well. Other notable features include central locking with anti-theft alarm, keyless ride, mobile charging port, Find My Scooter function, and side stand sensor.

The Okinawa Praise draws power from either a 72V/45 Ah VRLA battery or lithium battery of the same specification. The latter is around

INR 6,000 more expensive than the former.

While the lead-acid battery takes 6-8 hours to charge, the charging time of lithium-ion pack is 1 hour. The battery drives the brushless DC motor, which has an output power of 2,500 watt. The scooter can achieve up to 35 kmph in Economy mode, 65 kmph in Sporty mode, and 75 kmph in Turbo mode. The range per charge stands at around 170 – 200 km.

The Okinawa Praise rides on telescopic gascharged front fork, and twin rear gas-charged shock absorbers. For optimal stopping power, it comes with double discs (on one side) at the front, and a single disc at the rear, both with Electronic Assisted Braking System (E-ABS).

The 12-inch aluminium alloy wheels are shod with 90-section tubeless tyres on both ends.

The ground clearance is at 170 mm, and the loading capacity stands at 150 kg.

HERO MOTOCORP LAUNCHES THREE NEW MODELS IN INDIA Hero Motocorp has launched three new motorcycles in the commuter segment: the 2018 125 cc Super Splendor, the 2018 110cc Passion X Pro and the Passion Pro. The updated model comes with better styling, improved features and metallic colour options with new graphics.

The new Hero Passion Pro now features a bigger 110cc TOD (Torque On Demand) engine that is borrowed from the iSmart 110. It generates 9.4 PS of power at 7,500 rpm, and 9 Nm of torque at 5,500 rpm. The engine offers 12% more power and torque than the previous generation motorcycle.

I3S technology helps conserve fuel by shutting off the engine while idling in traffic. The engine switches back on by pulling the clutch lever. Design wise, the

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changes include new fuel tank design and a sleeker tail lamp. The motorcycle is available in five colours- Sports Red, Black monotone, Force Silver Metallic, Heavy Grey Metallic, Frost Blue Metallic.

The new Hero Passion XPro is targeted at younger buyers are looking for a stylish commuter. It features fuel tank shrouds, dual tone mirrors, sporty rear cowl with LED tail light. The New Passion XPro shares the same 110cc i3S TOD engine that does duty in the new Passion Pro. 0-60 kmph comes in at 7.45 seconds on both the bikes. Colours include Sports Red with Black, Black with Sports Red, Black with techno Blue, Black with heavy Grey, and Force Silver with Black. Both drum and front disc variants are available.

With the new Hero Super Splendor,

the Indian bike maker targets young professionals who prioritise reliability and fuel efficiency over performance.

Powering the new Hero Super Splendor is 125cc OHC TOD engine with i3S technology. The same engine does duty in the Hero Glamour as well. The mill is capable of generating 11.4 PS of power at 7,500 rpm, and 11 Nm of torque at 6,000 rpm. There is a 27% increase in power and 6% improvement in torque figure in comparison with the previous generation motorcycle. The claimed top speed stands at 94 kmph.

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SUZUKI CELERIO FACELIFT LAUNCHED IN NEPAL

CG Motocorp, the authorized distributor for Suzuki cars in Nepal, has launched the Indian made 2018 Suzuki Celerio in the country.

The Suzuki Celerio gets a number exterior changes with the facelift. At the front, the budget hatchback now features a new mesh upper grille with chrome garnish above it, restyled bumper, new hexagonal air dam grille and new fog lamp bezels. The new front fascia gives the Celerio a sportier styling. Changes at the rear include updated tailgate design and a revised bumper.

Inside, the 2018 Suzuki Celerio has a new black and greige colour scheme, fresh door trim and new seat trim. The 2018 Suzuki Celerio measures 3,995 mm in length, 1,600 mm in width and 1,560 mm in height. It offers a high ground clearance of 170 mm. Under the hood, is a 68 PS 1.0-litre three-cylinder petrol engine coupled to a 5-speed manual transmission or a 5-speed automated manual transmission. The new Celerio’s fuel economy rating is 23.1 km/l.

The 2018 Suzuki Celerio is available in Nepal in VXi, VXi AMT and ZXI (O) configurations. Its prices range from NPR 23,39,000-26,19,000 (INR 14,61,580.85-16,36,545.63).

RUNNER MOTORCYCLES OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED IN NEPAL Raman Motors, the subsidiary company of Raman General, has officially introduced Runner brand of motorcycles in Nepal. Runner Automobiles, the motorcycles manufacturers from Bangladesh had earlier appointed Raman Motors as distributor for its Runner brand of Motorcycles for Nepalese market.

During the grand ceremony, Mr. Hafizur Rahman Khan- Chairman Runner Group of Companies, Mr. Mukesh Sharma- MD & CEO of Runner Automobiles and Mr. Raman Mahato- CEO, Raman Motors launched 7 models of Runner Motorcycles ranging between 80 cc to 150 cc capacity.

Mr. Raman Mahato remarked that Raman Motors is highly excited and proud to bring Runner Motorcycles to Nepal. He further mentioned that Raman Motors has already appointed 10 Dealerships across Nepal and intends to further penetrate by appointing another 20 Showrooms and Service Centers all across Nepal within next 6 months.

Meanwhile, Raman Motors has also launched its flagship showroom with 3S facilities (Sales, service and spare parts) at Bagdol , Lalitpur. The state-of-art showroom is the center of attraction in the area with ample space around 9000 sq. ft. CEO of Raman Motors Mr. Raman Mahato claims it to be one of the biggest showroom in two wheeler segment. He claims the showroom has one of the advance service center equipped with latest technological setups. It also has another showroom in Uttardhoka, Lazimpat right besides Mahindra’s showroom.

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THE ŠKODA KODIAQ IS EXPECTED TO LAUNCH EARLY 2018

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The Škoda Kodiaq will mark the beginning of Škoda’s SUV campaign in Nepal. With a length of 4.70 m, the seven seat configuration and the largest boot within its class, the Škoda Kodiaq represents the brand’s strengths: a design that is full of character, extraordinary interior space, practical intelligence and innovative technology that can be found in vehicles from higher segments.

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DESIGN: The Kodiaq has a striking design character with its wide, three-dimensional radiator grille combined with the narrow raked headlights which flow seamlessly into the grille, with full-LED technology for the first time. The side and rear views are also crisp: the doors are athletically shaped and the tailgate is expressively sculpted. The split rear lights with LED technology shine in the Škoda-typical C-shape. In the side view, the long wheelbase and short overhangs point to the large interior. It is 4,697 mm long, 1,882 mm wide and 1,676 mm tall (including roof rails); its wheelbase measures 2,791 mm. For the body, a combination of hot-stamped metal sheets forms the ultrastrong backbone. Torsional stiffness, manufacturing precision, drive comfort and crash safety are also superior.

INTERIORS: The Kodiaq offers extraordinary interior space. The interior length is 1,949 mm; elbow room is 1,527 mm in the front and 1,510 mm in the rear.

Head room is 1,020 mm in the front and 1,014mm in the rear. The interior is characterized by bold vertical elements, such as the four large air vents. The large circular instruments have a precise and clear design. The three-zone Climatronic, which has facebook.com/AutolifeNepal

its own control panel for the rear seats, is another feature often found in higher segments only.

In addition, numerous comfort features are available for the front and rear seats. The front seats can be adjusted electrically and includes a memory function. The SUV’s rear seats are extremely versatile: they can be folded in the ratio 40:20:40.

ENGINES & TRANSMISSION: The 2.0 TDI generates 150 PS and 340 Nm. On average, the engine returns a fuel efficiency of 16.25km/L. The Kodiaq accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 10.1 s and reaches a top speed of up to 192 km/h. The new 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (DQ-500 7A) is a variant that has been designed for powerful engines with a torque of up to 600 Nm. The DSG transmission is a very compact construction and enables quick and comfortable gear changing.

The all-wheel-drive system with electronic control delivers a big increase in traction, stability and driving safety. The all-wheel drive has an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch which allows the SUV to venture off-road.

SAFETY, COMFORT & CONVENIENCE: 9 airbags in the Kodiaq come as standard reiterating Škoda’s strong

emphasis on safety and remains the segment benchmark. The Kodiaq’s state-of-the-art handsfree parking minimizes the hassle of parking in tight spots by automatically selecting an appropriate parking place in a row of parallel or perpendicularly parked vehicles. In today’s crowded cities and spacestarved streets, handsfree parking is a blessing indeed. In addition, the car is equipped with other safety features such as iBuzz Fatigue Alert which detects signs of fatigue in the driver and prompts the driver to take a break.

In case of an accident, the Multi-Collision Brake, which comes as standard.

RIDE & HANDLING: The large SUV from Škoda comes equipped with Trinity 18-inch wheels.

The brakes – with large ventilated brake discs at the front – are strong and stable. When cornering quickly, the electronic differential lock XDS+, which is a function of the Electronic Stability Control (ESC), makes handling even smoother and safer. Škoda has also introduced Driving Mode Select function in the Kodiaq. It allows the driver to adjust the operation of the engine and DSG management, power steering, air conditioning and other systems in Normal, Eco, Sport, snow and Individual modes.

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We have found a new love for SUVs in the recent years with most of the car buyers opting for SUVs than other models. Morris Garages (MG) is one of the latest entrants in this hotly contested segment with their all new MG GS. The GS stacks up with models that have become the favorites of the people in this segment such as the Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, Nissan Xtrail and Toyota Rav4, etc. MG claims the GS has all the oomph to make a mark in this segment. So, does the GS have what it takes to dislodge the top dog of the segment? Let’s find out in this review.

EXTERIOR:

The MG GS looks like a premium product from all angles. The front part of the car makes it quite an onlooker on the streets.

From the front, you can notice similarities with its younger sibling –the MG6 sedan.

Unlike the most recent cars where the LED DRLs are integrated inside the headlight, the GS’s DRLs are located just under the fog lights. The projector headlights, the big MG logo upfront and the neat grille design lend the GS a very smart and premium look. From the sides, the GS looks compact yet suave with its 18-inch alloy wheels with preinstalled side steps and flared wheel arches. The facebook.com/AutolifeNepal

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confident stance is complimented by the rear design flow. There are two aluminum exhaust tips at each corner of the rear bumper making it look extra sportier.

INTERIOR:

The preinstalled side-steps make it easier to step inside the vehicle, and while entering the GS the black leather seats are the first thing you will notice. The leather seats are comfortable with ample support for any type of body structure.

The driver’s seat is equipped with a 6-way electrically adjustable function while the front passenger side features a conventional 4-way manual adjusting function.

The other thing that grabs your attention is the piano black finish running along the dashboard and on the center console of the car. The glossy finish looks premium but it can be prone to fingerprint smudges so you’ll have to constantly wipe it to keep it looking shiny and new.

In the center of the glossy panel sits a 6.1 inch touch screen infotainment system and just under the infotainment screen is where all the functional buttons are accommodated. The buttons might look a little too intimidating at first but after spending some time with the GS, you will get used to it very fast and having dedicated buttons for different functions make it somewhat easier. The sunroof lets in more light into the otherwise dark cabin. The sunroof can be used in three ways, the first way is where you just open the sun shade with the glass roof still closed just to let in more light into the cabin, or let the passengers enjoy looking

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into the skies. The second mode is when the sun roof is tilted open to let a little air to flow in and the third mode is when you completely side the sun roof open. The second and the third option can be done with a one touch dedicated knob between the roof lights. The GS although doesn’t look very big has ample of head room and leg room for the rear passengers. The rear seat provides good thigh support and is a comfortable place to travel long distances. While the boot is of a pretty decent size, the narrow opening limits the size of objects that you can fit in.

PERFORMANCE:

The car we reviewed featured a 2.0 petrol engine which produced a punchy 220 BHP @5000 RPM and 350 Nm of torque between 2500 RPM-4000 RPM. The engine comes paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission.

You will easily feel the admirable torque figures as soon as you will push the accelerator pedal. The automatic transmission doesn’t hold the same gear for long, hence, to get the most out of this engine, you’ll have to drive it in the manual mode and use the paddle shifter to change gear according to your convenience. The handling has to be the best aspect of this vehicle.

The GS being a mid-sized SUV, no one would expect it to be an agile performer, but this car proves otherwise. The GS is very light on its feet and is sharp and fast in changing directions. Steering feedback is excellent. With a slightly stiffer suspension you do lose the softness and its absorption power www.autolife.com.np

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of the bumps, but it does not mean that it is rock hard and will break your back. It is dialed in perfectly where it is plush but it grips the corners very well with minimal body roll which is very impressive.

SAFETY:

MG has decided to fit the GS with a host of safety features emphasizing strictly on the safety of its passengers. The compact SUV comes loaded with 8 airbags, ABS + EBD (Anti-lock Braking System + Electronic Brake force Distribution.), Auto-Hold, Anti-Roll, Hill-Descent Control, Reverse Parking Sensors, Reverse Parking Camera and ISOFIX child seat mount to name a few. The auto hold function makes sure that the car doesn’t move front of back after coming to a complete stop even if you don’t have the parking brake on and have taken your foot off the brake. The anti-roll function comes in handy when you have to climb a hill from a stop; it ensures that the vehicle doesn’t roll backwards. Similarly, the hill descent control takes over the braking task while going downhill so that you can focus on tackling the tough terrain ahead of you.

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MG, a rather new entrant in the Nepalese market has taken the right step to make people notice about their models. What sets the GS apart is that it comes well equipped even on the base variant. So, we wouldn’t be amazed if consumers cocoon out of the stereotypical zones to try the GS. The GS performs great, looks great and has a long list of features that makes it a suitable contender in the dynamic midsized SUV segment.

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SPECIFICATIONS:

Engine Type: NLE 2.0T Displacement (cc): 1995 cc Maximum Power: 220 bhp @ 50005300 RPM Maximum Torque: 350 NM @ 25004000 RPM Gearbox: 5 AT Drivetype: AWD Brakes (Front/Rear): Disc/Disc Fuel Tank Capacity: 55 litres Suspension Front: Front Mcpherson Suspension Rear: Rear multi-link with anti-roll bar Overall Dimensions (L/W/H) mm: 4500 mm/ 1855 mm/ 1699 mm Wheelbase (mm): 2650 mm PRICE: Rs 82,00,000

CONTACT: SLR Techno & Trade Krishna Tower, New Baneswor, Kathmandu 01-4783841

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NEW CFMOTO BIKES IN TOWN E

Encouraged by the overwhelming response shown by the customers towards CFMOTO bikes, Anna International Pvt. Ltd, has unveiled two new bikes – CFMOTO 650MT & St Papio 125 in the Nepalese market.

The CF Moto 650MT is a highly versatile adventure touring machine well suited to new riders and everyday commuters with an upright riding position making the bike easy to handle, offering great visibility over traffic and rider comfort.

The 650MT is the third CF Moto model designed by Kiska Design, firstly the 150 NK economical commuter, then the 400NK/650NK aggressive naked combo and now the 650MT Adventure Tourer. Kiska has created fantastic design for CF Moto with a distinct CF Moto style, aggressive look, sharp lines, modern LED lighting and unique headlight design.

At the heart of the 650MT is a powerful 649.3cc liquid cooled, parallel twin engine, with an 8-valve, DOHC, Bosch EFI system, boasting 55.6 BHP at 9500 rpm and 62 NM of torque at 7000 rpm mated to a 6 speed transmission, with a 18-litre fuel tank. The saddle has a relaxed upright position, suitable for touring or weaving through traffic on the daily commute.

Touring feature in the bike includes adjustable ride modes from sport to rain making the 650MT more forgiving with gentle power delivery on slippery surfaces, an adjustable

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windscreen up front to deflect the elements, LED lighting all round and as easy to read dash with all the essentials, trip meter, clock and handy fuel warning light, and many more.

The brake set up is provided by Spanish brake company, equipping the 650MT with an aggressive twin set up at the front including twin dual calipers paired with 300mm discs and at the rear a single piston caliper mounted to a 240mm disc giving plenty of braking power and as a standard feature on the 650MT, additional safety is provided by the Continental ABS braking system, also providing a ground clearance of 170mm.

The ST Papio is a mini bike that is specially designed for youngsters who enjoy freedom and fun. The mini bike has superb handling and fun of ridding. And it comes with a quick response under the rider’s

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demand. It provides a pleasant ridding experience and stylish look.

The bike delivers a strong dynamic look, true to its NK family. The ST papio has a single cylinder inline, 4-stroke, Air-cooled, Verticle engine, that delivers 9.3 BHP maximum power at 8500 rpm and a maximum torque of 8.3 Nm at 6500 rpm and is mated with a 6-speed transmission.

The dimension of the Papio is 1724x750x995 mm (LxWxH), with a wheelbase of 114mm and ground clearance of 145mm. The seat height is 775 mm.

The fuel tank is coated in Zinc to keep it rust-free and the taillight adopts the car-level design. For the suspension, the ST Papio has retractable type in the front and cantilever type for the rear which is accommodated by the hydralic brakes in the mini.

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AUTOLIFE FEATURE

THE BEST OF 2017 The year 2017 has been a great one. Yes, there were some pit falls, but the year was a good one overall. For the auto industry, it was even better. The auto sector is one of those markets that is constantly growing and trying to up itself. This has to be credited to the huge number of brands coming out with new models. But not all of them are necessarily good, some are better than others, and as blunt as it may be, some are left behind in the competition. The auto industry is a cut throat game, and only a few players emerge as victors. Here’s a list of cars and bikes who won, in the critics’ opinion.

BEST SUBCOMPACT CAR The Scion brand may have been shuttered but the iA lives on under the Toyota banner, and the Yaris IAA is being ushered in on a positive note claiming top honours in the subcompact car category.

Nestled under the hood is a smooth and willing 1.5 litre engine that comes paired to the choice of 6-speed manual or automatic transmissions, both of which proved pretty economical overall. Giving the eye a great value is a full-featured infotainment system, and standard low speed automatic emergency braking while it’s well tuned steering and eager handling makes it a surprisingly fun drive.

BEST COMPACT CAR Consumer Reports says the redesigned Chevy Cruze is the best compact car of 2017, beating out more popular choices like the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla.

Praise was heaped on the smooth sedan for its hushed ride and roomy interior, as well as its polished and peppy turbo engine. Consumer Reports also netted an impressive 47 miles per gallon on the highway.

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OWNER’S REVIEW

I purchased my Tata Bolt on 2074 Baisakh 15 with the full option. At the beginning, I had kept a driver but it’s been 10-15 days that I have been driving by myself. While purchasing, the agents of Tata told me that the full option car provides a better mileage than other cars and the parts are comparatively stronger and cheaper than it’s competitors; this persuaded me to buy the car. I really do feel like I fall under the satisfied-customer category.

The ground clearance is comparatively better than other cars and the the body is wider as well. The back passengers can also sit comfortably. I feel like the car is tough as well.

While discussing cars with my friends who have other cars, they tell me that they regret not getting the Bolt the moment they get behind the wheels of my car.

I haven’t been to a long drive by myself but my family had been to Dhulikhel with my driver.

They said that the ride was exceptionally comfortable, and I must echo this claim as well. I have yet to experience such comfort in other cars.

The manufactures in Kolkata also gave me a call to give my opinion about the car and they were satisfied with my satisfaction. And I should be no less. The mechanics over at the service center in Kalimati are very cooperative and helpful. They have a good personal relationship with the customers and I never find myself panicking at those rare moments when the car has an issue. The team is more than capable of handling it.

Shankar Kumar Rayamajhee Chief Manager Rastriya Banijya Bank Ltd.

CONTACT SIPRADI TRADING PVT. LTD. Thapathali, Kathmandu Tel. No. 4250610, 4250612 www.facebook.com/ tatamotorsnepal

SPECIFICATIONS Engine Type: 1.2 T Revotron, Petrol, turbocharged MPFi with Multi-Drive Mode (Sport, City, Eco) Displacement: 1193 cc Max Power: 90 bhp @ 5000 RPM Max Torque: 140 Nm@1500-4000RPM Fuel Efficiency: 17.57 kmpl Transmission: 5-speed Manual Ground Clearance: 175mm Kerb Weight: 1115kg Fuel Tank Capacity: 44 liters facebook.com/AutolifeNepal

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BEST COMPACT HYBRID It comes as little surprised to see the Toyota Prius on this list. Consumer Reports testing saw the gas electric sedan return a combined average of 52 miles per gallon overall which is the highest they have ever recorded in a car without a plug. Not surprisingly the Prius received high marks for its reliability, something Toyota has traditionally been known for. This latest generation model has also had its cabin noise reduced as well as its ride comfort and handling improved.

BEST SPORTS CAR There’s a good reason automotive enthusiasts love the Mazda MX-5 Miata despite having pretty modest output. The Miata is an absolute blast to drive, a trend that continues in the 2017 model. But this thing’s about more than just fun, and the little roadster can be pretty economical too. Consumer Reports says it returned an average of 34 mpg overall, which is better than the compact Cruze.

BEST MIDSIZE SEDAN This year’s best midsize sedan isn’t the Honda Accord or Toyota Camry.

Both of those extremely popular models were bested by the Kia Optima in 2017. Consumer Reports credited the Optima’s responsive handling, steady ride, and pleasant powertrain with earning the win, as well as its easy-to-use controls and roomy backseat. Add in Kia’s outstanding warranty coverage and it’s easy to see why cars like the Optima are becoming real contenders in segments long dominated by Japanese automakers.

BEST FULLSIZE SEDAN When it comes to larger sedans the Chevy Impala easily made its way onto Consumer Reports list thanks to its premium like ride quality and impressive handling chops for its size. it also took place as the top choice for geriatrics everywhere due to its intuitive controls, comfy seats, and roomy trunk.

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BEST SMALL SUV Consumer Reports says that the Subaru Forester is its top pick for best small sport utility and we couldn’t agree more.

There isn’t a whole lot the Forester doesn’t do well with tons of interior space and a car like ride that’s also rigid when it needs to be. The Forester has also proved to be pretty reliable over the years while its safety record keeps getting better as the brand beefs up its eyesight suite of features.

BEST MIDSIZE SUV The Yaris IA and Prius weren’t the only Toyotas to take home top honors this year with the Highlander earning the nod in the midsize SUV segment. The Highlander receives high marks in all sorts of measurables, including overall performance, fuel economy, long-term reliability, all-weather traction, and interior space. Helping make its case even stronger for 2017 was an update that added more power to its engine as well as new standard safety features.

BEST LUXURY SUV Of all the SUVs Consumer Reports tested this year, its top luxury pick for 2017 was the highest scoring of them all.

That honor belongs to the seven-passenger Audi Q7, which drives a lot more like a luxury sedan than a sport utility. The cabin is quiet and has all the luxury amenities you’d expect from an Audi with premium trimmings and road trip friendly seats.

BEST COMPACT PICKUP Consumer Reports top midsize pickup of 2017 wasn’t the new Tacoma that earned top honors, or GM’s Canyon and Colorado twins. It was the Honda Ridgeline that was named the best truck of the year in this segment. Get past the complaints that it isn’t a real pickup, which it is by the way, and it was the Ridgeline’s car-like ride and handling that won the day.

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Owner’s Review I purchased Skoda Rapid 6 months back.

I did my market research on the available options before purchasing a car. The cost of operation, maintenance charge might be high in the opinion of other people but I didn’t experience such problem in last 6 months with Skoda Rapid. My basic requirements were quality, luxury and ease of operation and Skoda Rapid ticked all the boxes.

I previously owned Hyundai Santro, and comparatively I found Skoda’s ground clearance to be better. Due to the wheelbase being longer, I was afraid that the ground clearance would not be sufficient but there has been no such problems in Skoda.

Amarendra Bahadur Singha Deputy Superintendent of Police Nepal Police

Till now, Sanga has been my longest drive but I’ve been thinking of going on a longer drive. Diesel car was one of my criteria during my research to purchase a car because we used to live in Sanga a couple of years back, so mileage and economy was in mind for the operational use. And due to the traffic of Kathmandu, I was in search of an automatic car.

I didn’t face any problem in the customer service. The staff at Skoda are very friendly and well trained. Even after the purchase of Skoda, there is no such problem and there has not been any problem during the maintenance as well.

I have recommended Skoda to my friends and relatives and some of them have liked the Skoda brand as well. It is perfect for me as it fulfills all the requirement of mine but as different people have different requirement it might not been favorable for some depending on their requirement.

Skoda Rapid SPECIFICATIONS

Engine type: 1.6MPI/77KWMT Displacement:1598 MAX Power-77(105)/5200-5250 Max Torque-153/3750-3800 Transmission: 5 speed.fully synchronized Tank Capacity- 55 CONTACT: ŠKODA M.A.W., Thapathali, Ktm Dial: 01-4216835 Fax: 01-4266105 Email: skoda@mawnepal.com

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BEST SUPER BIKE In a world of super superbikes, the BMW HP4 Race takes it a step beyond. It is in many ways more exotic than those machines raced at the pinnacle of the sport in World Superbike. The 377-pound HP4 Race weighs, for example, only 7 pounds more than the World Superbike-class minimum weight limit, and that’s with a full tank of fuel. Such is the glory of the bike’s carbon-fiber frame, swingarm, and wheels. But the finest components complete this beautiful track-only machine: an Öhlins FGR 300 fork and TTX 36 GP shock, Brembo GP4 PR Monoblock brake calipers, and Forged Pankl rods in an engine that is claimed to make 215 hp.

BEST OPEN-CLASS STREETBIKE The Yamaha YZF-R1 has the best combination of outright performance and rideability in the liter sportbike class. It doesn’t hurt that its sublime crossplane four-cylinder engine makes some of the finest combustion-based music the world has ever heard.

About the only thing you might complain about is its racy riding position. But considering what this bike gives you in dynamic capability, you will lean in with a smile every time you ride on road or track.

BEST MIDDLEWEIGHT STREETBIKE Naked bikes like the Triumph Street Triple R came to perfectly embody the modern spirit of the brand. No more are they just some nostalgia flogging name, And while it’s true that the larger Speed Triple defined modern Triumph, it is the light, agile, and accessible Street Triple with its newly enlarged 765cc inline three-cylinder that perfectly expresses the qualities of a modern middleweight streetbike in 2017.

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BEST LIGHTWEIGHT STREETBIKE Coming to 2017, Honda is still building great entry-level cruisers.

The Honda Rebel 500 is one of the most accessible, fun, and easy-toride lightweight motorcycles on the market. It also happens to be eminently affordable and perhaps the coolest Japanese cruiser you can buy.

Make that the coolest 500 cruisers you can buy and a great way to get started riding.

BEST STANDARD BIKE The Aprilia Tuono V4 RR has a surprisingly strong expression of utility, flexibility, definitely, and comfort. It is a great all-rounder. Start with the brilliant engine that makes sound and power to rank it among the best of all time. Add in a supernatural chassis and great electronics and no matter how you ride you will find two-wheeled joy. Every moment riding the Tuono V4 RR is a peak moment. It’s the not-standard standard.

BEST TOURING BIKE From the top-of-the-line CVO Ultra with Twin-Cooled 114 Milwaukee-Eight all the way down to the stripped and stretched Road King, the Harley-Davidson Road King Special is smoother, more flexible, more powerful engine and is coupled with chassis updates that improve ride and handling. Not the fastest means for eating massive amounts of the highway, but one of the most pleasurable and comfortable.

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BEST ADVENTURE BIKE The 1090 Adventure R takes the prize as KTM has succeeded in building an adventure bike that can burn up highway miles like a tourer, yet in the dirt works exactly how you’d expect a liter-class enduro bike to perform. Great fuel range, excellent ergonomics, perfect power delivery, and excellent electronic rider aids work on a truly exceptional mechanical package.

The 1090 Adventure R hits a sweet spot that somehow covers superslab and single-track trail.

BEST MOTOCROSS BIKE The CRF450R takes it to a new level for Honda’s moto¬crossers. All-new for the first time in five years, this complete redesign gave the bike the slim feel and excellent ergonomics. Suspension is compliant and controlled on jump landings and rough chop for expert riders while being easy for the average person to dial in. The CRF is deceptively fast thanks to broad, tractable power, and the switchable ignition maps widen its adaptability. It works as a complete, wellrounded package with an incredible level of balance.

BEST ENDURO BIKE KTM just keeps on crushing it with the EXC-F line, particularly the 500. What brought the EXC-F back to the top? Was it the improved throttle response and power? Or the more than 10-pound drop in dry weight? The improved suspension? The high-quality components? Yes, it was all of this. Every pound dropped informs this bike’s every move. Why, it even makes it easier to pick up. The KTM 500 EXC-F isn’t just the best dualsport bike ever made; it’s one of the finest enduro bikes in the world.

BEST CRUISER The Bonneville Bobber is a beautiful motorcycle.

It sounds wonderful and its 1,200cc parallel twin makes the kind of elemental torque and lope-y music that never gets old. And despite its laid-back cruisy nature, it is a great-handling motorcycle that works surprisingly well on a winding road. It can be called as the Best Good-Looking-Fun-to-Ride-Motorcyclewith-Minimalist-Retro-Styling-Made-for-Cruisingand-Inspired-by-Bobbers, but let’s just stick with Best Cruiser.

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The SsangYong Rexton has been in our market for quite some time now but it hasn’t particularly made a splash in the segment considering how tough the competition is as it has to compete against already established Japanese manufacturers.

Following Tivoli that has set new standards for the compact SUVs, the launch of all new Rexton has announced SsangYong’s revival of the large-sized premium SUVs with traditional SUV values. As the flagship SUV of SsangYong, the size of the 2017 Rexton has been enlarged compared to previous models, and has been greatly enhanced with a blend of offroad capability, on-road comfort, and refined interior. The all new SsangYong Rexton has a lot to do in order to take over the throne. So are the changes enough to do that?

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The all new SsangYong Rexton excels in the styling department from all quarters. The SUV now looks even more muscular and boxier than before. Built on a new ultra-rigid ‘Quad frame’ body, the new Rexton looks impressive with its sheer presence and dynamic lines enough to command good attention.

The dynamic and voluminous front-end employs LED daytime running lights, high-intensity headlamps for better night vision, LED fog lights, positioning lamps and directional indicators. There is a chrome bar that runs high on the grill and slopes down and tucks just under the headlight.

The new Rexton also features a welcome feature where the Outside Rear View Mirror (ORVM) folds out while you unlock the car and folds in when you lock it. The locking and unlocking of the new Rexton is made easier with a button on the door handle, this only works when you have the key with you.

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From the sides, the SUV’s character lines deeply run along the extended body to lend it a beefier look. The rear of the car has LED rear combination side lights, spoiler with high-mounted LED stop light and LED number plate lights. The smooth A-pillar and the wider D-pillar show a contrast to give a pleasant and yet a strong image. From all angles the car is enhanced by the road-owning 18-inch alloy wheels.

The new Rexton also has a smart tailgate system that automatically opens the tailgate when the driver with the key is in the rear side of the vehicle for approximately three seconds. This comes in especially handy when you are out shopping and can’t get the key out to open the boot. Furthermore, the power sunroof adds that touch of luxury and lets in extra light into the cabin.

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The interior has gone through a drastic overhaul and looks nothing like the previous model. Everything about the interior of the new Rexton oozes elegance from advanced climate control and intelligent seating to supervision instrument cluster, keyless start, heated steering wheel and leading-edge infotainment system. The whole approach to the cabin is to simply make everything around the driver feel wonderfully instinctive and refreshingly enjoyable.

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While entering the car, the new Rexton will make sure that you won’t step into any puddles or anything similar as the puddle lamp installed under the mirror illuminates the ground.

Once inside, you will be generously greeted with quilted black leather trim that looks premium and upmarket. Both the front seats are electronically adjustable but the driver’s seat has more features.

There is a memory function where you can save you preferred driving position so that if someone changes the seating position you don’t have to go through the hassle of trying to find the perfect position all over again and you can get back to you position with a press of the memory button. The driver side seat also has the option to move the seat back when you shut down the vehicle to make it easier to get out of the car.

The supervision cluster displays an ingenious array of essential information and safety features on a large 7-inch LCD screen. It provides quick, easy access to a whole range of important info. Including a whole range of safety warnings such as lane departure warnings, parking sensors, navigation assist, tyre direction warnings and smart power tailgate warnings. The new Rexton doesn’t just offer real advances on-road and off-road, it also offers them on-screen. The smart audio system comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to connect your smartphone and rear-view reversing camera. It offers excellent connectivity with the mobile device and thus, ensures quality of entertainment and enjoyment while on the move.

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The new Rexton also provides the highest level of passenger convenience and the largest cargo space in the segment thanks to optimized interior space designing.

The largest leg rest area in the segment for the rear and a large interior space ensure highest level of comfort for the passenger.

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The new Rexton is one of the strongest and safest cars in its class. It’s packed with a whole range of the latest driver assistance safety tech features. It’s built on a newly developed quad frame made of advanced high-strength steel to provide class-leading safety for passengers and features a comprehensive suite of the latest electronic safety aids. The SUV has 9 airbags for maximum passenger protection on impact. These include a knee-airbag for the driver and rear passenger side and curtain airbags - safety features normally only found in prestige vehicles.

Another feature is the AntiRollover protection where the car automatically adjusts the brake force while entering a tight turn to prevent the car from rolling over. The Rexton will flash the emergency lights if it is brought to a sudden stop. The brake assist system will help bring the car to a halt by increasing the brake force in emergency situations. Hilldescent control makes it safer while going downhill as the car does the braking for you. Hill-start assist will make sure that the car doesn’t roll back while starting on an inclined surface. It also automatically holds the car in place after coming to a AUTOLIFE DEC/JAN 2017 51

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The new Rexton offers plenty of brawn and brain. It is powered by a 2.2 litre diesel eXDi 220 engine producing 181 PS @ 4000 RPM and of torque from 1600 to 2600 RPM.

complete stop with having to engage the parking brakes or press the brake pedal (This feature has to be turned on each time the vehicle is restarted.)

It also has a tire pressure monitoring system that informs the driver if the tires are not running on optimum tire pressure. In case your tire pressure is not right, the car comes with a tire repair kit take make it easier to replace the spare wheel. Also, the rain sensing wipers start to wipe as soon as it sense rain drops on the windscreen. The new Rexton also takes the safety of children seriously with ISOFIX childseat mountings to the rear outer seats to ensure that child seats are attached firmly and rigidly.

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The new Rexton offers plenty of brawn and brain. It is powered by a 2.2 litre diesel eXDi 220 engine producing 181 PS @ 4000 RPM and of torque from 1600 to 2600 RPMs. This engine is mated to a 7 speed automatic transmission sourced from Mercedes Benz.

Although the gear shifts are smooth, at times it takes a while to shift into the right gear when instant power is needed to make an overtaking manoeuvre. Something that I feel is really lacking in such a feature packed SUV is the availability of paddle shifters, having so much of torque on the tap; it would be really nice if paddle shifters were a part of this car to make facebook.com/AutolifeNepal

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the all new Rexton is definitely something that you will have to take a look at!

full use of the engine potential.

The otherwise smooth and not so loud diesel engine does get a little bit throaty over 4000 RPMs but it is something one should expect while pushing cars high in the rev band. Most people will be driving this massive beast on the road but if you opt to take it off-road, it is equally capable as well with a host of electronic aids to make your journey easy.

The 4 wheel drive system is based on SsangYong’s know-how and experience in the 4WD technology. It also has a rotary dial to select the mode which you want to drive in ranging from 2WD, 4WD L and 4WD H. This can be selected on the fly to make it more convenient.

The new Rexton takes every surface in its stride.

A smooth combination of double-wishbone suspension at the front and a multi-link independent suspension at the rear enables the car to deliver great ride-quality across a range of terrains - from city roads to serious off-roading.

VERDICT:

The new SsangYong Rexton is priced at Rs. 1, 11, 99,000/- for the manual version while the top spec automatic version is priced at Rs. 1,19,99,000/- This pricing makes it a lot cheaper than the top spec versions of its closest competitors which gives it a real advantage. With all the new changes to make it more premium and plush & with a price tag that is substantially lesser than its rivals, the all new SsangYong Rexton surely makes a strong case for itself! So, if you are in the market for a luxury SUV just above the 1 crore range then the all new Rexton is definitely something that you will have to take a look at!

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SPECIFICATIONS

Engine Type: eXDi 220 Displacement (cc): 2157 cc Maximum Power: 181 PS@4000 RPM Maximum Torque: 420 NM @ 1600~2600 RPM Gearbox: 7 AT Drivetype: Part time 4WD Brakes (Front/Rear): Ventilated Disc / Disc Fuel Tank Capacity: 70 litres Bootspace: 771 litres (3rd row folded 50 % & 2nd row (40%) Suspension Front: Double wish bone suspension Suspension Rear: Multi link suspension Overall Dimensions (L/W/H) mm: 4850/ 1960/1825 Ground clearance (mm): 224 Wheelbase (mm): 2865 PRICE: Rs 11,199,000 to Rs 11,999,000

CONTACT: IMS Motors Pvt. Ltd. Naxal, Kathmandu 01-4412055, 9802002750 facebook.com/IMS.Motors

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AUTOLIFE PRODUCT WATCH

THE TVS APACHE RR310

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What started as a concept (TVS Akula) in the 2016 Indian Auto Expo has finally become a reality. TVS Apache RR 310 is TVS Motor Company’s first foray in the super- premium category. TVS says the Apache RR 310 is inspired by 35 years of TVS Racing and combines superior performance & riding dynamics with a fully faired sporty design.

TVS Apache RR 310 boasts of superior performance and riding dynamics, combined with a powerful, expressive design. It shares its underpinnings with the BMW G 310 R as a result of collaboration between TVS and BMW Motorrad. The TVS Apache RR 310 gets a 312cc, single-cylinder, 4-stroke, 4-valve, liquid-cooled engine that churns out 34 PS@9700 rpm and 27.3 NM@7700 rpm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed super-slick gear box that offers a precise and sharp race-shift experience.

an advanced aerodynamics package that promises the lowest coefficient of drag in this se Both, Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) and Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system, will be available as standard on the TVS Apache RR 310.

The motorcycle comes in 2 impressive colours – Racing Red and Sinister Black. The bike is positioned as a global product from the TVS stable and will be available in a single-spec across global markets. Expect the bike to be launched in the Nepalese market in early-2018

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A LOOK AT THE FEATURES Reverse Inclined DOHC Engine The race-derived 310cc powerplant makes upstream air being used effectively to pass through the air filter with ram effect. This innovative and unique design provides a compact engine layout resulting in mass centralization delivering best-in-class Power-to-Weight ratio Ram-air Intake Reverse inclined engine makes upstream air being used effectively to pass through the air filter with ram effect, thereby giving a compact engine layout and optimum engine temperature at all conditions

Vertical speedometer Race Inspired Vertical Speedocum-Tacho with racing features like Lap timer, Top Speed Recorder, Launch time recorder and race diagnostics for a comprehensive post-ride analysis.

Bi-led twin Projector Headlamps With aggressive brow lines, the first in its class Bi-LED Twin Projector headlamps offer higher intensity at day or night enabling you to ride with confidence at higher speed

Gill Vents Patented Deflector Cowl along with gill vents channel hot air away from the engine giving higher ride comfort for the racer at any time on the track Racing Origin Trellis Frame Light weight trellis frame offers higher stiffness with best structural efficiency for total control, excellent dynamic response at higher speeds and ease of manoeuvrability to cut through city traffic Race tuned KYB suspension Honed and tuned by the experts from KYB. The Monoshock with monotube floating piston technology has hydraulic stopper with check valves providing precise damping and smooth dynamic response to achieve best-in-class lateral acceleration and cornering speeds.

Mass centralised layout The vehicle engine layout fits compactly on the frame providing a low centre of gravity for uncompromised handling and unmatched control

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AUTOLIFE EVENT

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ROYAL ENFIELD REUNION 2017

Royal Enfield REunion over the years has established itself as one of the most sought after riding terminuses in India, wherein riders regroup and bond over a weekend of pure motorcycling madness. And for the first time ever, the action and rumble made it’s way to Nepal.

The Royal Enfield brotherhood has proven strong throughout the world, even right here in Nepal where events like the Poker Run and Rider’s Meet have established the strong camaraderie amongst Royal Enfield riders. However, with the first Royal Enfield Reunion, it was another opportunity to rekindle the bond between these riders.

The scene was set at the River Side Springs Resort, Kurintar where riders made their way through the twisties and straights to assemble there.

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With a 130 paid participants and 45 staffs including bands, media, support staffs it was a small but perfectly executed event.

The three day event that started from the 1st December to 3rd December 2017, saw a line of events and activities that kept the participants pumped.

The activities included the classic Royal Enfield REunion competitions like the slow race, tire assembly competition, beer drinking competition, figure it out, carry your bike and the arm wrestling competition. These events had participants scrambling for the finish line heaving their massive motorcycles, then delicately feathering the clutch to stay away from finish line for as long as possible, chugging cold beer, and so much more.

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But it was all good sportsmanship and friendliness throughout. Each event ended with jolly smiles and embraces and it was all good fun throughout. The events ended with the sounds of the Midnight Riders, The Trio Band, and Kramasha Band rocking the crowds.

All in all it was a well planned and executed event. One which will be looked forward to by the masses in Nepal. And by the looks of it, it will be a bigger and better event to look forward to next year.

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Tata Motors’ signature IMPACT design philosophy dominates the overall styling of the Hexa.

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Ever since its first showcase as a concept, the Hexa generated a great amount of excitement from the customers. With the recent changes witnessed in the passenger vehicle segment, the timing was ripe for Tata Motors to make an impact in the UV category. The Hexa is a 7-seater vehicle that has specifications of SUVs while it looks slightly like an MPV, the reason behind that is the MPV is based on the Aria platform.

So, does the Tata Hexa have what it takes to breakthrough into the luxury segment and ruffle the feathers of the other vehicles that have already made a mark in this segment?

We find out.

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Tata Motors’ signature IMPACT design philosophy dominates the overall styling of the Hexa. The Hexa has a very mean and intimidating front fascia, with big signature honey comb grill with chrome humanity line, smoked projector headlamps that complement the assertive front fascia and ice cube patterned DRLs which is integrated with the fog lights.

Dynamic floating roof dominates the sides providing a contemporary SUV silhouette.

Although the Hexa rides on best-in-class 19inch alloy wheel, the muscular wheel arches make it look somewhat smaller. The rear end is highlighted by a huge chrome strip running horizontally from one tail light to the other.

The tail lamps are rather simple and not very menacing as opposed to the headlights. Tata says the wraparound tail lamps get first-in-India patented flexible LED technology.

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The dual tone front and rear bumpers give it a distinct look and from that you can notice how big of a vehicle the Hexa is. The rear has been further provided an insightful touch with chrome accented step plates and twin exhaust.

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The Hexa sports an inviting all black interiors with superb finishes and soft touch materials, textures and grains. The sculpted seats are quite nice and provide decent amount of support. The driver’s seat can be 8-way adjustable using horizontal, vertical, angular recline and lumbar controls.

The 2nd row is available with a bench seat, 2nd & 3rd row is also available with multiple folding configurations releasing a maximum of 671 Litre space. The interior also has retractable blinds for 2nd row windows.

Coming to the centre, the dashboard looks neatly designed. Following suit, the Hexa also gets ConnectNext Infotainment System

by Harman™ with voice recognition and smartphone integration with ConnectNext app suite. The 10 Speaker JBLTM System gets 4 door speakers, 4 tweeters, a centre speaker, sub-woofer and a power amplifier

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to provide an acoustically tuned experience.

The Hexa also has ambient mood lighting in which you can choose 8 colours to light up the footwell of the car.

The Hexa has big glass panels at the rear so that the third row occupants won’t feel clustered while traveling. Tata has also thought about the comfort of the people seated in the third row as they have included A/C vents even at the rear. The middle row occupants have decent amount of leg room and head room, and there is an A/C vent at back of the center arm rest. The inclusion of third row means the boot space will be compromised, however, the third row can be folded down to fit in more luggages but it does not fold down completely flat so it eats up some valuable space and the same goes with the second row of seats. Another facebook.com/AutolifeNepal

important aspect of the interior is the thoughtfully designed utility spaces for all three rows.

PERFORMANCE:

Powering the Hexa is the tried and tested 2.2 litre diesel Varicor 400 engine that produces 156 BHP of power @ 4000 RPM and a class leading 400 Nm of torque at the range of @1700 -2700 RPM. The engine has been tweaked to make it even better. The engine is very punchy due to the massive 400 Nm of torque available from as low as 1700 RPM but if you rev the Hexa a little high you can feel that the power tapers off in the higher rev band. Also, you will hear significant engine noise while driving at higher RPM.

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tough at times because we don’t have the roads to engage the gearbox further. The steering feels heavy in lower speeds but lightens up as you climb speed and this gives you added confidence while tacking bends or twisty. Body roll is minimal but that’s not much of an issue.

The best part of the Hexa has to be the first-inclass Super Drive modes where one can easily choose between Auto, Comfort, Dynamic and Rough Road mode depending upon the terrain. The auto mode which rides on 4X4 mode adjusts as per the vehicle’s needs. The Comfort and the Dynamic modes ride on 4X2 mode. The Rough Road mode feels a lot punchier than the other modes and rides on 4X4 mode. Safety features on the Hexa include 6 Airbags, ESP, ABS with EBD, Hill Hold Control and Hill Descent Control, Traction Control System and Reverse Parking System.

VERDICT:

The Hexa can be a solid package for people looking for a vehicle that can easily accommodate more than 5 people without sacrificing on its on-road and off-road capabilities. While most MPVs don’t have a strong off-road prowess and the 7-seated SUVs that do are highly priced, the Tata Hexa rightly fits into the bill. Available at a price of NPR 77.95 Lakhs, the Hexa is available in the XT 4x4 variant across Nepal.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Engine Type: 2.2L VARICOR 400 4 cylinder, with Super Drive Modes Displacement (cc): 2179 cc Maximum Power: 154 bhp @ 4000 RPM Maximum Torque: 400 Nm @ 1700 RPM Gearbox: Manual Drivetype: 4WD Brakes (Front/Rear): Disc/Disc Fuel Tank Capacity: 60 litres Suspension Front: Double Wishbone type with Coil Springs Suspension Rear: Coil spring type, 5 link rigid axle suspension Overall Dimensions (L/W/H) mm: 4788 mm/ 1903 mm/ 1791 mm Wheelbase (mm): 2850 mm PRICE: Rs 77,95,000

CONTACT: TATA Motors Nepal Thapathali, Kathmandu 01-4250610 facebook.com/tatamotorsnepal

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FINDING ROOTS THE GREAT INDIAN ROADTRIP The reason why I embarked on this road trip was – I had a penchant for driving on Indian super highways. And what motivated me?

Numerous Indian tourists who come to our country to enjoy our scenic landscape - be it for religious or any other purpose.

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As the idea became mature, the first step was to get a road trip permit from the Indian Embassy. I went to the embassy to get it, but to my astonishment, they asked me to deposit Nrs 8 lakhs as a bank guarantee, because my vehicle, a Nissan Navara NP300, was not an Indian made car. Nevertheless, I made the deposit because I had been dreaming about this trip for ages.

I asked my good friend Tejendra to accompany

me on this trip and he did with arms wide open. My goal was to reach a small village called Sultana in Rajasthan’s Jhunjuunu district. That’s where my roots are from before my great grandfather moved to Nepal a couple of generations ago. And I had wanted to drive all the way down there.

So we had the whole trip planned, maps saved on Google maps (the most important tool one needs), bags packed, snacks kept at a reachable distance, gassed up the car, kept plenty of water, put on our shades and pressed the pedal. Sadly, because it was 6 in the morning on an autumn day, we had to put off shades back.

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Kathmandu. We were peripatetic and heading towards another country with a lot of excitement. But it was a mix of feeling however, as there also was a bit of fear within us. We had heard of the Indian road trips, see movies like NH10; we’d hate to meet such a fate. With excitement as our only fuel in our empty stomachs, we had to stop somewhere for a tea break. This made Naubise our very first stop, even though it was not that far from Kathmandu. Eating is something that can’t be neglected.

The road up till Mugling was smooth enough, but we knew what lied ahead of us. A disastrous stretch of road of 34 kilometers lies between Mugling and Narayanghat, and those 34kms were the worst of the entire trip. It took us more than 2.5 hours to get through this torturous road. We had to face extremely deep pot holes, lung filling dust, chaotic traffic and innumerable trucks who got too close for comfort. But once that road was over, we didn’t stop until we reached Bhairawa. The road was smooth, yes, but what really motivated was the fact a friend facebook.com/AutolifeNepal

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of ours was waiting for us with one of the best butter chickens we have ever had in Nepal, in a restaurant called Bama. Food and road trips have a way of going hand in hand, and this butter chicken was the epitome of scrumptiousness among all the butter chickens.

After lunch, we headed towards Sunauli (close to Nepal-India border) and from there our destination was Varanasi. It was the occasion of Chhath Puja, so the road was filled with devotees. This also meant that we were stuck in traffic for quite a bit.

But fortunately, we reached Varanasi at 1 a.m., as we had planned, travelling via Gorakhpur. Thank you, Google Maps.

The road from Gorakhpur to Varanasi wasn’t that great either. A lot of bumps and uneven gravel made the travel tiresome.

After this hectic drive, we finally reached a hotel in Varanasi.

Varanasi, also Banaras, is a significant city when it comes to Hinduism. It has the holy river Ganga flowing through it, and is also home to one of the most religiously important temples of Lord Shiva, the Kashi Vishwanath.

One simply cannot go to Banaras and not have the world famous Paan. It melts right away in the mouth it leaves a refreshing after taste, something I had not experienced before. Also famous are the Chaats, which I felt were a bit exaggerated, but was still better than a lot of Chaats I have had. And how could anyone come to Banaras and not wash away their sins. Not that I am a sinner, but I couldn’t take any chances. We took a quick dip in the holy river and went off to our next destination, Agra.

The beautiful Taj Mahal was on the horizon as we headed towards our hotel.

Magnificent and grand in its beauty, the monument is one of the seven wonders.

A friend of mine owns a hotel in Agra called the Howard Plaza - The Fern; a great hotel right in the heart of the city with amazing breakfast and lunch. We stayed in the hotel after the long journey that night and dozed off after a couple of rounds at the hotel bar.

Next morning, we headed towards the Taj which apparently is walking distance from the hotel. No matter how I try to put it, the grand marble mausoleum will always be undersold. One has to visit it to witness its grandeur and the symbol it stands for, the love Shah Jahan had for Mumtaz Mahal.

One more night in Agra and we were off to the capital, New Delhi, via the mighty Yamuna Expressway. This highway was incredible and we were easily cruising at a speed of 140km/hr.

A couple of midway stops and tea at a friend’s house in Noida, we reached our destination in no time.

Delhi, like we all know, was full of smog, crowd, and traffic. However, the food we got there was to die for. From Karims at Jama Masjid, and the Chola Bhatura in Sitaram Diwanchand, Delhi Club House, Townhouse, and Whiskey Samba, Delhi gives your taste buds divine pleasure at all monetary range. While in Delhi we mostly used Uber to travel within the city or took the Metro to go to far off places, giving our car a break that was long overdue.

My sister and mother still live in Ajmer, Rajasthan, as sister’s career took off in Rajasthan itself. And I too studied here for most of my school life. Hence, I have a special attachment to this place, which was also our next destination.

Rajasthan has a certain air of mysticism to offer. As usual, we left early in the morning and stopped at Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. The highway was great all through Jaipur, we did not face any obstacles to get there. The amazing lassi at MI Road and the delicious Kachauris at Rawat Sweets is a must for all while traveling to Jaipur. After a night in Jaipur we then headed to my

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alma mater – Mayo College, Ajmer.

The main building of Mayo College is almost as grand as the Taj Mahal itself as both the buildings are made from marble. The luscious golf course within the school, the beautiful football grounds, and the cricket ground where once an international match had been held, Mayo College’s infrastructure is second to none in all of India. It still has a school museum that’s considered to be one of the best in the world. Mayo, in this regard, is called the Eton of the East for obvious reasons it seems.

Ajmer is also popular among the Muslim community as it has the Great Darga Sharif – The mosque that holds the highest respect among all.

Mandawa in Rajasthan was our next stop, where the Castle Mandawa is situated. It once was a castle of the city of Mandawa where the Kings stayed but since has been converted into a heritage hotel. The owner, being my class mate during the school days, took utmost care of us in this elegant and regal castle. The beauty of the hotel is indescribable and must be seen with one’s own eyes. At night we gazed at its lights and its grandeur in awe. If anyone is traveling to Rajasthan, a trip to Mandawa is a must. As a bonus, it’s not even then long.

Right in the Jhunjhunu district, about 50 kms from Mandawa, is situated a small village called Sultana. This is where my great grandfather migrated from to settle in Kathmandu. I have few vague memories of our small home there. The language spoken here is not Hindi, and other than a few words, I am completely oblivious to the language. I met few of my grandfather’s friends there who were extremely delighted by the fact that someone who left the place to live in another country drove all the way back to his roots.

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After a few emotional goodbyes, we were finally on the trip back to Nepal. A couple of nights in Delhi, met some old friends and then it was time to go back, via the Nawabi - Lucknow. If the Delhi - Agra - Yamuna expressway was one of the best I had driven on with my car, then the highway onwards from Agra to Lucknow was on a whole new level.

I had put my pick-up in cruise control at the speed of 150/kmph, and yet it seemed slow on the open and wide highway. While the dreaded 34kms from Narayanghat to Munglin took us almost 3 hours this time, we were soon doing 60kms homewards.

Unlike the mess that was in Banaras, Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh, is very beautiful, clean, and organized; despite being in the same state. The roads were wide and traffic rules were followed by the citizens. The one thing that had attracted me to go to Lucknow, was the Nawabi food there.

As recommended by a couple of my friends, it was a unanimous decision to go have our dinner at a restaurant called Dastarkhwan in the street of Hazratganj. The galauti kebabs and the chicken masala there were to die for.

After the very heavy meal, we finished the dinner by having Shahi Tukra, a dessert for the Royals, as suggested by the name.

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Finally we were heading back home, and I couldn’t have been more excited.

Apparently after staying out of Nepal for a week, I got homesick. We crossed the same border, via Sunauli and reached Bhairahawa. There was a prompt checking of the car there by the officials on both sides of the border.

We decided to stop at the beautiful temple called Shashwat Dham, built by the Chaudhary Group inside their premises of CG Industrial Park. The temple is very beautiful and well maintained. We had dinner at the restaurant of the temple which was clean and hygienic, and we loved every bite of the Nepali food that was served to us.

We decided not to stop any longer and right after dinner we headed back to Kathmandu and reached home at around 3 am.

The overall experience of driving from Kathmandu to India and was very insightful for me. It was a great experience driving on the streets of another country, especially with a Nepali number plate, which gave a sense of pride from within. Above all the appropriate words to describe the trip, “tasty“ would be it as the food we ate throughout were unique and exciting to our pallets.

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AUTOLIFE EVENT

VESPA POWE(RED) FOR AIDS It was all about colors at the event Vespa POWE(RED) FOR AIDS organized

by D-Lifestyles, on December 16. At Lazimpat, the starting point of the rally, Vespas were lined up with red balloons. The registration was started at 11 in the morning and participants were given water bottle, food coupon, event badge, stickers and according to their ticket level, jacket and other goodies.

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The rally was joined by ExMiss Nepal Asmi Shrestha, Swoopna Suman, Kolin Bikram Rana, The Elements, Riders Unified group and many more.

The entourage passed through major part of the cities like Durbarmarg, Kupondole, Teku and Balaju before concluding at the event venue-The Malla Hotel at Lainchour. The participants painted the entire city with the colors of Vespa and red balloons as the main cause of the rally was to raise awareness towards HIV/AIDS. At the event venue after the refreshment session, the event was opened by Sagarika

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Shrestha, the emcee for the day. There were game attractions like Beer Chug, ManVsChicken competition, and quizzes throughout the event. On stage were Kyarun Rajthala, Rajiv Kafle from Nava Kiran Plus along with Asmi Shrestha to address the issue of HIV/AIDS and stigma related to it. There were also numerous live performances

by Sayukta Band, Satori, The Elements, Sweta Singh Hamal, Swoopna Suman from Arbitrary Group, Rohit John Chettri, Manoj Kumar K.C and Sabin Rai & The Pharaohs.

Foodaholics could be seen satiating their hunger at food stalls from Chi-Chi Grills, Urban Girl, Nestle and Real Mixology.

Exclusively for Vespa riders known with the name of Vespisti, they had special award session in which Vespistis were awarded on different titles. The whole event was a celebration of spirit of Vespa for a cause.

It was dedicated to raise awareness towards HIV/AIDS and to support the local NGO Nava Kiran Plus.

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Visit us at our locations in Civil Mall, City Centre – Kamal Pokhari, Jawalakhel, and Dubarmarg.

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About Nava Kiran Plus:

Nava Kiran Plus (NKP) is an AIDS service organization established in 2003 by people living with HIV. NKP has contributed in making significant breakthrough in the area of HIV treatment and care and a difference to quality of lives of people living with HIV in Nepal.

Currently a home for 17 kids, Nava Kiran Plus has a mission of getting to zero new HIV infections, zero discrimination and zero AIDS-related deaths.

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Participants’ testimonials:

SABINA GURUNG: It was my first time at the Vespa rally. Overall, it was a fun-filled overall experience. Besides food and drinks, I enjoyed performances by Swoopna Suman and Sabin Rai. I am one of their biggest fans and I couldn’t have asked for a better opportunity to see them perform live. I am definitely coming back for next year.

SAMIR THAPA: I thoroughly enjoyed the event, since it gave me a chance to interact with the wonderful Vespa family as well as gain satisfaction from the participation in such a noble cause.

The best part of the event for me was to see the live performances of the children from Nava Kiran Plus. I am overwhelmingly happy that I could be in the program, and hope to participate in more programs organized by Vespa Nepal in the near future.

ANAMICA GURUNG: I was probably the most excited person that day at the rally. Vespa has always excited me no matter what. I really enjoyed the rally that day, and I must say, it was one of the most unforgettable moments of my life. Also, I’m very glad I could make difference in someone’s life through my participation.

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AUTOLIFE DIY

8 WINTER DRIVING TIPS TO KEEP YOU SAFE ON ROADS Winter driving presents several challenges to the rider as well as the driver from slippery roads to the mechanical problems. As the winter season has already kicked in, we need to take care of our vehicles as well. Our rides need special care especially in the winter season and proper care of the vehicles can prevent it from breaking down in the middle of the road or not starting at all at when required. We have compiled different tips and measures that people can take to take care of their vehicle and prevent it from breaking down or not functioning properly. It pays to be prepared and here are some measures you can take: • TIMELY SERVICING OF YOUR VEHICLE

The vehicle tends to breakdown more often in the winter season as compared to summer season. So, proper care and regular servicing is required of your vehicle. While giving our vehicle for maintenance, we should specifically mention the problems in the vehicle to the mechanics so that the vehicle does not breakdown in the middle of the road.

Do change the parts if it needs replacing because it’s better to spend some money than to be stranded in the road.

• BATTERY

Getting your battery checked up regularly is important in winter because you can simply be stranded in the middle of the road if your car’s or bike’s battery does have enough juice to power up the motor. In case of battery, two things should be kept in mind: First, the battery that started easily in the summer may not have enough juice to do so in the winter. In winter, the engine is harder to start, because the oil isn’t as fluid. And secondly, batteries lose power as the temperature drops.

• PROTECT YOUR CORE

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important as taking care of your vehicle.

The riders need to wear warm clothes.

Typically, people should wear wicking base layer shirt followed by an insulating fleece top, then with a waterproof and windproof jacket. For the legs, usually one less layer is needed; people generally wear jeans so it can be covered with wind-shell pant.

• HEADWEAR

For bikers, it is preferable to wear a full helmet, perhaps sized larger in winter to fit over all the insulation to keep their head, ears warm. Riders who wear half helmets feel the cold breeze passing and might discomfort them while riding the bike.

• STEADY DRIVING

The winter roads provide lots of problems to the drivers as well as the drivers, from the slippery roads to the lack of proper visual in the roads. So, steady driving can prevent from any sort of damage to the vehicle or to the person as well. And if you must cover a long distance, calculate the time required to reach the destination in advance and leave for the destination accordingly.

• LIGHTING

is that the sun sets earlier in the day, which means there’s less daylight, especially on your commute home. So, keeping the vehicle’s light in excellent shape, providing the brightest possible illumination they can is important in the winter driving. If the bulb is out, fix it as soon as possible and if your headlights are foggy or yellow, consider replacing them.

• TIRES

The tires should be checked after some intervals. Examine tires for remaining tread life, uneven wearing, and cupping.

The tire pressure should be also be examined; driving or riding around with low tire pressure could mean premature tire wear or potential tread separation, which could lead to a major accident.

• PROPER CARE OF THE ENGINE:

Never rev the engine, by ‘blipping’ the throttle, immediately after a cold start.

When cold, the engine takes longer to reach the moving parts and so revving the engine needlessly will increase wear rates, as well as wasting fuel. Never run the engine in an enclosed space, the exhaust gases are still poisonous even on the most modern of vehicles.

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NEW CAR BUYER’S GUIDE

Updated December 2017 Disclaimer: All prices are subject to change without prior notice. Please confirm with the showroom for accuracy.

Model

Displacement

Price

Continental Associates Pvt Ltd,Dhumbarahi, Kathmandu Tel: 01-4650794 | 44015653

ISUZU D-Max V-Cross

D-Max S-Cab

1499 cc

2499 cc

Model

1198 cc

Go

39,90,000

Redi-Go

25,99,000

799 cc

15,25,000 to 19,99,000 9,75,000 to 20,25,000

Life Automobiles Pvt. Ltd. Gairidhara Tel: 4004644 | 4004645

FIAT

Brio

1198 cc

24,80,000 to 34,00,000

City

1497 cc

37,75,000 to

Cr-V RVSI

1997 cc

1,07,75,000

Mobilio

1497 cc

37,00,000 to 42,00,000

Civic

1598cc

68,00,000 to

22,39,000 to

1198 cc

999cc

1198 cc

75,00,000

HYUNDAI

Laxmi Intercontinental P.L Thapathali Tel: 4101556 | 4101557

Elantra

1591 cc

59,96,000 18,96,000 to

Punto Pure

1172 cc

22,89,000 to 24,25,000

Eon

814 cc

Punto Evo

1172 cc

31,80,000

Grand I10

1197 cc

Punto Abarth

1368 cc (Petrol) 1248 cc (Diesel) 1368 cc

Avventura Abarth

1368 cc

Avventura

31,70,000 to

53,00,000

23,99,000 Go+ (T)

Amaze

34,50,000

Pioneer Motorcorp Pvt Ltd, Thapathali, Kathmandu Tel: 6203567

DATSUN

Price

Syakar Trading Company P. L Dhobighat Tel: 5549741 | 4225490 |4253522

HONDA

60,90,000 to 72,90,000

Displacement

22,96,000 26,96,000 to 32,56,000

31,45,000 to 40,95,000 37,50,000

Santa Fe

2199 cc

43,75,000

Tucson

1998 cc

Veloster

1591 cc

75,96,000

New Verna

1591 cc

42,56,000

Xcent

1197 cc

28,26,000 to 34,96,000

Elite i20

1197 cc

30,96,000 to 34,96,000

1,03,96,000 to 1,22,96,000 91,96,000

Go Automobiles Pvt. Ltd, Thapathali, KTM Tel: 4244254 | 4257001

FORD Eco-Sport

1499 cc

Ford Endeavour

2198cc

31,90,000 to 46,40,000

3198cc

1,12,00,000 to 1,34,00,000

i20 Active 21,99,000 to All New Figo

1196cc 1496 cc Petrol 1496 cc Diesel

81,96,000 to

Creta

31,99,000 25,99,000 to 35,99,000

New Grand i10

1197 cc (Petrol) 1396 cc (Diesel) 1396 cc (Diesel) 1591cc (Petrol) 1582 cc (Diesel) 1197cc

37,96,000 to 42,96,000 42,56,000 to 61,96,000

26,96,000 to 32,56,000

68,00,000 to Ranger Figo Aspire

72,00,000

1196 cc (Petrol)

26,90,000 to

1495 cc (Diesel)

34,90,000 29,90,000 to 38,90,000

Continental Associates Pvt Ltd,Dhumbarahi, Kathmandu Tel: 01-4650794 | 44015653

KIA Picanto

998cc

24,99,000 to 30,49,000

41, 00,000 to

Syakar Trading Company P. L Dhobighat Tel: 5549741 | 4225490 |4253522

HONDA

84

3198cc

Jazz

1199 cc

30,50,000 to 41,50,000

Rio (Hatchback & Sedan)

1396 cc

BR-V

1497 cc

41,00,000 to 54,00,000

Sorento

2199 cc

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Updated December 2017

Model

Displacement

Price

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KIA

Model

MITSUBISHI

Displacement

Price

Leon Motors Pvt. Ltd, Shantinagar Tel: 4622074 | 4622485

Soul

1600 cc

55,95,000 to 59,95,000

Asx

1998 cc

Sportage

1998 cc

78,95,000 to

Outlander

2360 cc

1,14,00,000

Pajero

3200 cc

14,400,000 to

Pajero 3 Door

3200cc

95,75,000 to 99,50,000

96,95,000 Carnival

2092cc

75,00,000 to 80,00,000

Kia Soul EV

Electric Motor

56,00,000 to 58,00,000

MAHINDRA Bolero

Agni Incorporated Pvt. Ltd, Uttar Dhoka Tel: 4414626 | 4414628 2523 cc

1,62,50,000

MG MOTORS

29,50,000 to

MG3

35,00,000 Bolero Camper

2523 cc

19,25,000 to

MG6

23,90,000 2523 cc

Genio

2523 cc

17,95,000

Scorpio

2523 cc

38,60,000 to

Quanto

1493 cc

16,95,000

33,15,000 to

Thar

2489 cc

31,45,000 to

2179 cc

Xylo

2489 cc

23,99,000 to 26,99,000

Navara

2488 cc

72,99,000

1498cc (Petrol) 1461cc (Diesel) 1997cc

40,99,000

TUV300

1493cc (Diesel)

52,50, 000 to

34,95,000 to

OCTAVIA

1968 cc

76,44,00O

YETI

1968 CC

72,95,000 to

Superb

1968cc

1,16,00,000

26,95,000 – 31,95,000 31,45,000 – 36,45,000 36,95,000 –

Padma Shree Pvt. Ltd, Gyaneshwor Tel: 4435688 | 4435631 1998 cc

92,50,000 to

1600 cc

67,50,000

Bt-50

2499 cc

55,00,000

Mazda 6

2000 cc

81,00,000

Mazda 2

1498 cc

48,00,000

39,95,000

Vijay Motors Pvt. Ltd, Naxal, KTM Tel: 4414625 | 4425603 Forester

2000cc

11,000,000

XV Crosstrek

2000cc

94,00,000 to

1,05,00,000 Mazda 3

43,45,000

79,95,000

SUBARU

Cx-5

1,15,00,000

1598 cc (Petrol) 1498cc (Diesel)

RAPID

35,35,000 to

45,95,000

MAZDA

38,99,000

M.A.W Enterprises Thapathali Tel: 4216835 | 4268788

SKODA

43,20,000 1198cc (Petrol) 1198cc (Diesel)

57,50,000 to

37,85,000

72,95,000

KUV100

1796 cc

1198cc

X-trail

36,65,000

XUV500

36,50,000 to 38,50,000

Micra Active

Sunny

37,55,000 2609 cc

1498 cc

Pioneer Moto Corp Pvt. Ltd, Kamaladi, Kathmandu, 014427871

NISSAN

59,95,000

Scorpio Pick-Up

SLR Techno & Trade Pvt. Ltd. New Baneshwor, Kathmandu, Tel: 01-4783841

61,75,000

16,25,000 to

Bolero Maxi Truck

11,850,000

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10,100,000

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Shangrila Motors Pvt. Ltd Thapathali, Kathmandu 01-4101655, 4101559

508

1598cc

99,00,000

2008

1199cc

74,99,000 to

3008

1598cc

80,00,000 11,100,000 to 11,700,000

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Model

Displacement

Price

Model

IMS Motors Naxal (opposite to Police Headquarter) Tel: 01-4412055, 9802002750

SSANGYONG Tivoli

1597cc

56,99,000 to 65,99,00

XLV

1597cc

58,99,000 to 68,99,000

Displacement

Safari Storme

2179 cc

Indigo

1396 cc

Price 46,75,000 to 61,75,000 26,95,000

United Traders Syndicate, Sinamangal Tel: 4478301-5, 4478003

TOYOTA

79,99,000 to

Korando

1998cc

Actyon Sports

1998cc

61,99,000

Rexton

2696cc

11,199,000 to

95,99,000

Etios Cross

1496 cc Petrol

41,25,000

1364 cc Diesel

43,90,000

Fortuner

2755 cc

1,30,00,000 to 1,36,00,000

Hilux

2755 cc

80,50,000

11,999,000 CG|Motocorp, Jhamsikhel Tel: 5547165 | 5547166

SUZUKI

796 cc

Alto 800

15,49,000 to 17,99,000

Alto K10

998 cc

20,19,000

Land Cruiser

4461 cc

1,73,00,000 to 3,23,00,000

Celerio

998 cc

23,39,000 to

Land Cruiser Prado

2982 cc

1,84,00,000 -

Rav4

2494 cc

Hiace

2494 cc

Innova Crysta

2393cc 2755cc

26,19,000 1196 cc

Eeco

19,59,000 to

2,33,00,000

19,49,000 796 cc

Omni

10,39,000 to

1,30,00,000

14,19,000 1197 cc

Swift

28,49,000 to

1197 cc

Ciaz

1373 cc

New Wagon R VXi

998 cc

Baleno

1197cc

S-Cross Vitara Brezza

34,49,000 to

VOLKSWAGEN

22,59,000

Cross Polo

1598 cc

35,45,000

37,19,000

Amarok

1968 cc

82,00,000 to 92,00,000

1248cc 1598cc

38,99,000 to

Passat A/T Loaded

1798 cc

86,45,000

1248cc

37,29,000 to

Polo

1198 cc

26,45,000 to

Tiguan

99,00,000 to

Touareg

1395 cc Petrol 1968cc Diesel 2967 cc

Vento

1598 cc

32,95,000 to

Ameo

1198cc

29,19,000 to

61,99,000

35,19,000

Hexa

2179 cc

77,95,000

Zest Tigor

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2956 cc

25,30,000 to

23,95,000 to 29,95,000

37,95,000 1199cc

24,95,000 to 32,95,000

1,55,45,000

31,95,000 to 35,45,000

Advanced Automobiles Pvt. Ltd, 9851229996 , 9801027012, Thapathali, Kathmandu

RENAULT Kwid

799cc to 999cc

17,20,900 to 21,48,900

Duster

1598cc

35,81,700 to 56,71,300

Lodgy Stepaway

1461cc

39,95,000*

31,75,000 to 31,55,000 to

1,28,00,000

44,45,000

34,55,000

33,25,000 1193 cc

39,45,000

28,89,000 to

20,95,000 to 23,95,000

Sumo Gold

86

1197cc

1396 cc

Tata Tiago

Pooja International Pvt. Ltd, Panipokhari Tel: 4006605 | 4006606

39,49,000

Indica

Tata Bolt

92,75,000

37,39,000

Sipradi Trading Pvt Ltd, Teku Tel: 4250610 | 4250612

TATA

69,50,000 to

30,89,000 to

45,79,000 Ignis

67,00,000 68,00,000

31,49,000 Swift Dzire

1,06,00,000 -

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ACE MOTORCYCLE

Displacement

Price

Classic Wheels Export Import Pani Pokhari, Kathmandu Tel: 9801024639

Ace British Classic

397cc

5,60,000

Ace British Scrambler

397cc

6,10,000

Model

SR150

154.4 cc

Price

Turbo Motors Pvt Ltd Naxal,Tel: 4435720

DUCATI

45,00,000 to

1299 Panigale

1285 cc

959 Panigale

955 cc

35,00,000

Diavel

1198.4 cc

41,00,000 to

Hypermotard

937 cc

28,50,000 to 35,50,000

Hyperstrada

937 cc

30,50,000

Monster 1200

1198.4 cc

32,50,000 to

Monster 696

696 cc

20,00,000

53,00,000

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Displacement

48,00,000

2,46,900 to 2,56,900

42,00,000

Hansraj Hulaschand & Co. Ltd Teku, Tel: 4267759 | 4261200

BAJAJ Discover 150

144.8 cc

1,99,900

Monster 796

803 cc

22,00,000

Discover 100 M

94.38 cc

1,56,900

Monster 821

821 cc

29,00,000

Discover 125

124.6 cc

1,74,9001,82,900

Multistrada

1198.4 cc

40,00,000 to

Platina 100 E/S

99.27 cc

1,50,900

Scrambler Sixty2

399 cc

16,50,000

Pulsar 150 DTSI

149.01 cc

2,29,900

Scrambler

803cc

19,50,000 to 23,50,000

Pulsar 180 DTSI

178.6 cc

2,49,900

Panigale R

1198cc

70,00,000

Pulsar 200 NS

199.5 cc

2,90,900

Xdiavel

1262 cc

44,00,000 to 50,00,000

Pulsar 220F

220 cc

2,85,900

Pulsar RS200

199.5cc

3,99,900

AS 200

199.5cc

2,86,900

AS150

149.5cc

2,51,900

Avenger 150 Street

150cc

2,57,900

Avenger 220 Street

220cc

2,92,900

Avenger 220 Cruise

220cc

3,02,900

Bajaj V 15

149.5cc

2,09,900

Pulsar 160NS

160cc

2,59,900

Dominar 400

373.3cc

4,70,000

Turbo Motors Pvt Ltd Naxal,Tel: 4435720

DUCATI

46,50,000

Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd Jyoti Bhawan, Kantipath Tel: 4225377

HERO ACHIEVER

149 cc

1,92,000

GLAMOUR

124.7 cc

1,75,000 to

HF DELUXE

97.2 cc

1,45,000

Hunk

149.2 cc

2,11,000 to

Karizma R

223 cc

2,60,500

Karizma Zmr

223 cc

3,21,500

Passion Pro Tr

97 cc

1,68,000

Pleasure

102 cc

1,57,000

Splendor Ismart

97 cc

1,57,500

Dash

111 cc

1,67,500 to 1,71,500

1,80,000

2,16,500

Scrambler Cafe Racer

803cc

25,00,000

Splendor Pro

97.2 cc

1,56,500

Desert Sled

803cc

25,00,000

Splendor Pro Classic

97.2 cc

1,57,500

Monster 797

803cc

21,00,000

Super Splendor

124.7 cc

1,59,500

Multistrada 950

937cc

29,50,000

X-Treme

149.2 cc

2,19,500 to

SuperSport

937 cc

29,50,000

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Model

Displacement

Price

Syakar Trading Company Pvt. Ltd, Kantipath, Tel: 4253522 | 4163501 | 4256199

HONDA

Model

Price

Hansraj Hulaschand & Co. Ltd Naxal, Tel: 4415462

KTM

ACTIVA

109 cc

1,59,900

200 DUKE

200 cc

4,52,900

AVIATOR

109 cc

1,90,900

390 DUKE

373.2 cc

7,09,900

CB SHINE

124.7 cc

1,94,900 to

RC 200

199 cc

5,39,900

2,01,900 CB TRIGGER

149 cc

2,29,900

RC 390

373 cc

6,99,900

CB TWISTER

109 cc

1,84,900

250 DUKE

248.8 cc

5,44,900

CB UNICORN

149.1 cc

2,49,900

CBF STUNNER

124.7 cc

1,95,900

CBR 250R

249 cc

5,29,900 to

RUNNER MOTORCYCLES

5,90,000 (ABS)

Raman Motors Pvt. Ltd. Dhobighat, Kathmandu 01-5533054, 5538414

AD80S Deluxe

85cc

1,54,000 to 1,57,000

CRF 250L

250 cc

9,90,000 to 12,75,000

Cheeta

95.75cc

1,59,000

DREAM YUGA

109cc

1,64,900

Kite+

98.16cc

1,69,000

DIO

109cc

1,80,900

Knight Rider

150cc

2,25,000

CB Hornet 160R

162.71cc

2,65,900 to 2,89,900

Royal Plus

109.1cc

1,73,000

XR125L

124.7cc

3,90,000

Bullet 125

100.54cc

1,82,000

CB Unicorn 160

163cc

2,49,900

Activa-i

110 cc

1,59,900

Activa 125

125 cc

1,98,900 to 2,09,900

CB Shine SP

125 cc

2,17,900

CB 500F

500 cc

13,99,000

CRF 250M

250 cc

9,90,000

MSX

125 cc

5,99,000

XR 150L

150 cc

4,80,000

Eco

2000 Watt

1,38,000

Navi

109.19cc

1,54,900

Acuto

3000 Watt

2,35,000

CBR 650 F

648.72

19,99,000

CB190R

184cc

5,99,000 to 6,14,000

KTM International Trading Pvt. Ltd. Naxal, Kathmandu 01-4411439

BENELLI

88

Displacement

TRK 502

499.6cc

12,00,000

TNT300

300cc

7,00,000

TNT600i

600cc

16,50,000

302 R

300cc

7,50,000

TNT 135

134.7cc

3,20,000

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Anna International Pvt. Ltd. Naxal, Kathmandu

CFMOTO 150NK

149.4cc

2,99,000

400NK

400.4cc

6,40,000

650NK

649.3cc

10,00,000

St. Papio

124.5cc

2,25,000

TERRA MOTORS

ROYAL ENFIELD

Fair Auto Pvt. Ltd. Durbar Marg, Kathmandu

Dugar Brothers & Sons Pvt. Ltd Balaju, Tel: 4362992

Classic 350

346 cc

4,49,000

Classic 500

499 cc

5,41,000

Classic Battle Green

499 cc

5,61,000

Classic Chrome

499 cc

5,81,000

Himalayan

411cc

5,61,000

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Model

Displacement

Price

Classic Desert Storm

499 cc

5,61,000

Continental Gt

535 cc

7,21,000

Electra

346 cc

4,32,000

Thunderbird 500

499 cc

7,21,000

Thunderbird 350

346 cc

5,77,000

Model

Price

Import USA Pvt. Ltd. Gairidhara, Tel: 4004664

UM

3,70,000 to

Dsr 200

198.9 cc

Hypersport

199 cc

Renegade Commando

223 cc

3,75,000

Renegade Duty

124 cc

2,40,000

Renegade Sport

137.8 cc

2,50,000 to

Nitrox LS

124.1cc

1,85,000

Power Max

124.6 cc

1,85,000

Renegrade Sport

180cc

2,85,000

3,99,000 3,66,999 to 3,85,999

VG Suzuki Tripureshwor, Tel: 4233281

SUZUKI

Displacement

ACCESS 125

124 cc

1,89,900

GIXXER

154.9 cc

2,46,900

GS 150R

149.5 cc

2,21,900

HAYATE

113 cc

1,69,900

LET’S

112 cc

1,75,900

SLINGSHOT

124 cc

1,84,900

Vespa VXL

125cc

2,85, 946

SWISH

124 cc

1,79,900

Vespa SXL

125cc

2,99,946

Suzuki Gixxer SF

154.9 cc

2,76,900 to

SXL 150

150cc

3,19,946

VXL 150

150cc

3,09,946

Elegante

150cc

3,49,946

SXL Matte Red

150cc

3,25,946

LX 125

125CC

2,39,946

Gixxer Dual Tone

SCOMADI

154.9 cc

2,51,900 to 2,59,900

Avasha International Narayan Gopal Chowk, Kathmandu Mob:9801067999

TL125 General

124.6 cc

2,80,000

TL125 Chrome

124.6 cc

3,50,000

Jagdamba Motors Pvt. Ltd. Teku, Tel: 4237057

TVS RTR 160

160 cc

2,35,900

JUPITER

109 cc

1,72,900

PHOENIX 125

125 cc

1,83,900

STAR CITY 110

109.7 cc

1,62,900

SCOOTY ZEST

110 cc

1,64,900

WEGO REFRESH

110 cc

1,73,900 to 1,75,900

RTR 180

180 cc

2,45,900

STAR SOPRT

100 cc

1,56,900

VICTOR

109.7 cc

1,67,900

XL 100

99.7 cc

1,12,900

RTR 200 4V

197,75CC

2,83,900

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2,89,900

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Morang Auto Works Teku, Tel: 4261160 | 4268252

YAMAHA FZ FI V2.0

149 cc

2,64,400

FZ-16 FI V2

149 cc

2,56,900

FZ-S FI V2 SE

149 cc

2,69,400

RAY Z-R

113 cc

1,89,900 to 1,96,900

SZ-RR

149 cc

2,17,900 to 2,19,900

YZF R15 V1.5

150 cc

3,55,900

FASCINO

113 cc

1,94,900

SALUTO

125cc

1,88,900

FZ25

249cc

3,49,900

Classic Wheels Export Import Pvt. Ltd. Pani Pokhari, Kathmandu Tel: 980-1024639

CROSSFIRE XZ250RR

250 cc

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