All-New Hyundai Elantra vs Toyota Corolla Altis vs Skoda Octavia vs Chevrolet Cruze; Who Rules The Segment
It is all-new Hyundai Elantra who recently hit the segment and created a buzz in the Indian auto market with its lower starting price. No doubt on the introductory price, as Hyundai launched the sixth generation Elantra at comparatively low entry-level price than the other cars of the segment. But, is it also remain the king of the segment if we consider the other aspects such as performance, features and body style??
To find this out, here we brought the other cars of the segment which fit in the price range with the 2016 Elantra, to compare them with each other in all the facts. In this article we choose the top three cars of the segment namely – Toyota Corolla Altis, Skoda Octavia and Chevrolet Cruze and pitched them against the recently launched all new Hyundai Elantra.
Read the full comparison of all four cars here: New Hyundai Elantra vs Toyota Corolla Altis vs Skoda Octavia vs Chevrolet Cruze
POWER & PERFORMANCE:
2016 Hyundai Elantra is offered in both petrol and diesel engine options. The brand new 2.0-litre petrol engine gets 1,999cc engine displacement along with the naturally aspirated, 4-cylinder configuration and capable of producing a maximum power of 152 PS and the peak torque of 192 Nm.
On the other hand, the diesel motor is powered by the same 1.6-litre CRDi engine from the previous generation which has the engine displacement of 1,582cc and capable of producing the supreme power of 130 PS and the maximum torque of 260 Nm.
Both the engines are available with the choice of 6-Speed Manual or 6-Speed Automatic transmission.
Chevrolet Cruze has only a petrol engine option. The 2.0-litre diesel motor features an engine displacement of 1,998cc and capable of producing a maximum power of 164 PS and the class leading torque of 360 Nm.
The engine is available with the choice of 6-Speed Manual or 6-Speed Automatic transmission.
Skoda Octavia is offered in two petrol and one diesel engine options. The lighter 1.4-litre petrol engine gets the engine displacement of 1,395cc and capable of producing a maximum power of 150 PS and the peak torque of 250 Nm. The engine is offered with only 6-Speed Manual gearbox.
Whereas, the heavier 1.8-litre petrol motor having engine displacement of 1,798cc produces the maximum power and torque of 180 PS and 250 Nm respectively. The unit is offered with only 7-Speed DSG Automatic gearbox.
On the other hand, the diesel motor is powered by a 2.0-litre diesel engine which has the engine displacement of 1,968cc and capable of producing the supreme power of 143 PS and the maximum torque of 320 Nm. the engine is available with the choice of 6-Speed Manual or 6-Speed DSG Automatic transmission.
Toyota Corolla Altis comes in both petrol and diesel engine options. The 1.8-litre petrol engine features the engine displacement of 1,798cc and capable of producing a maximum power of 140 PS in combination with the peak torque of 173 Nm.
On the other hand, the diesel motor is powered by the 1.4-litre diesel engine which has the engine displacement of 1,364cc and capable of producing the peak power of 88 PS and the maximum torque of 205 Nm.
Both the engines come paired with the 6-Speed Manual transmission, while an additional CVT automatic gearbox is also on offer with the petrol engine.
Overall –
While the Elantra and Corolla come with a petrol and a diesel powertrain options, the Octavia is offered with two petrol and one diesel motor options. Moreover, the Octavia is the most powerful car of the segment, as even its lighter engine 1.4-litre petrol is more powerful than the 1.8-litre petrol of the Corolla Altis and 2.0-litre petrol of the Elantra. Not just in the petrol, the Octavia also rules in the diesel category, but only over these two cars, not over the Cruze. When it comes to diesel segment, the Chevy Cruze wins the battle unanimously because of its monstrous power output with the 2.0-litre engine. However, the Octavia also features the engine of the same capacity.
FUEL MILEAGE:
The Octavia offers the class-leading fuel economy of 16.8 kmpl with the powerful petrol engine, while in diesel powered engines, the all new Elantra stands at the top in the segment with the fuel mileage of 22.54 kmpl.
The average fuel mileage for the vehicles in this segment is nearby 16 kmpl in diesel and 20 kmpl in petrol.
DESIGN & STYLE:
Each car has its own design and body language which make it distinct from others and give it a unique identification. The all four cars that we have selected here, are style-flagship of their respective brands. Here we will consider the few aspects of their design ideology:
Skoda Octavia is the longest, widest and tallest car among the all four, and also has the largest boot capacity of 590 litres which also be further extended by folding the rear seats. The another fact that should be acknowledged especially while driving on the uneven Indian roads is ground clearance, Toyota Corolla Altis stands on the top among all these cars with 175mm above the surface. The Elantra features a suitable ground clearance of 165mm, but on this aspect Octavia runs-out with just 155mm above the ground.
Insides, each car is quite specious and has the seating capacity of three at the rear without any trouble. In terms of cabin environment, the Octavia offers the most prominent and premium adobe among the all four.
Also Read: Comparison: Datsun Redi-Go vs Renault Kwid vs Maruti Alto 800 vs Tata Tiago
FEATURES:
Feature-wise all the cars have a long list of equipments and leave no way for asking further more. They all are fully loaded with stylish, driving and handling, comfort and safety features, but the only question is who has more to offer.
Starting with the latest hit, the all new Hyundai Elantra’s styling features include electric sunroof with pinch guard, smart boot opening system and projector headlamps. For the safety and comfort of its occupants, it has leather upholstery, ample leg and headroom, 10-way electrically adjustable driver seat with electric lumber support, Dual-zone automatic climate control, rear AC vents, 6 Airbags including side curtains and more.
To make your driving experience amazing with safety guards Hyundai offered all the driving assistance with Elantra such as, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Programme), VSM (Vehicle Stability Management), Auto Cruise Control, rear parking sensor and a host of other. Inside the cabin, it comes equipped with 8-inch touchscreen smart infotainment display.
Comes in only three variants, yet Chevy Cruze has a lot to offer. It features the Advanced security system, push engine start/stop button, and electrically operable sunroof which further enhancing its Cruze style. But in terms of the safety of its occupants, whether it is with the safety components or via driving assist, somehow the Cruze stands after the Elantra and Octavia, but positioned equal to the Corolla Altis, as it offers just two airbags and ABS only.
Well, again it is Octavia. No matter it is occupants safety or comfort or driver assist, Octavia is the sole winner among the fours, however, Elantra is the only car in the segment who stands nearly equal to it. Octavia comes fully loaded with the safety equipments and driver assistance technologies such as class leading 8 Airbags, front and rear park distance control, ABS & EBD, Traction Control, Stability Control and a lot more. When it comes to the occupants’ comfort and convenience, it features 12-way electrically adjustable driver seat, dual-zone climate control, smart entry and 6.5-inch LED TFT infotainment system.
Conclusion:
Every car has its own style and comes with its unique set of expertise. Plus, each car matches to a certain type of buyer nature. While the all new Hyundai Elantra comes with a host of designing elements and new features to lure the buyers, the Toyota’s Corolla Altis is labelled with World’s largest selling car. With its sharp and aggressive body design, the Chevy Cruze is not so far from the reach of car enthusiasts. Comes with the slightly higher price tag, the Skoda Octavia is the most powerful and luxury-in-class car which has sophisticated design style, most pleasant cabin environment and loaded with full of features.
So, if you are looking for something uncompromisable car, find Octavia to suit yourself. But if you do not want to pay extra, go for the recently launched all new Hyundai Elantra which sits just down the Octavia.
All-New Hyundai Elantra vs Toyota Corolla Altis vs Skoda Octavia vs Chevrolet Cruze; Who Rules The Segment
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It is all-new Hyundai Elantra who recently hit the segment and created a buzz in the Indian auto market with its lower starting price. No doubt on the introductory price, as Hyundai launched the sixth generation Elantra at comparatively low entry-level price than the other cars of the segment. But, is it also remain the king of the segment if we consider the other aspects such as performance, features and body style??
To find this out, here we brought the other cars of the segment which fit in the price range with the 2016 Elantra, to compare them with each other in all the facts. In this article we choose the top three cars of the segment namely – Toyota Corolla Altis, Skoda Octavia and Chevrolet Cruze and pitched them against the recently launched all new Hyundai Elantra.
Read the full comparison of all four cars here: New Hyundai Elantra vs Toyota Corolla Altis vs Skoda Octavia vs Chevrolet Cruze
POWER & PERFORMANCE:
2016 Hyundai Elantra is offered in both petrol and diesel engine options. The brand new 2.0-litre petrol engine gets 1,999cc engine displacement along with the naturally aspirated, 4-cylinder configuration and capable of producing a maximum power of 152 PS and the peak torque of 192 Nm.
On the other hand, the diesel motor is powered by the same 1.6-litre CRDi engine from the previous generation which has the engine displacement of 1,582cc and capable of producing the supreme power of 130 PS and the maximum torque of 260 Nm.
Both the engines are available with the choice of 6-Speed Manual or 6-Speed Automatic transmission.
Chevrolet Cruze has only a petrol engine option. The 2.0-litre diesel motor features an engine displacement of 1,998cc and capable of producing a maximum power of 164 PS and the class leading torque of 360 Nm.
The engine is available with the choice of 6-Speed Manual or 6-Speed Automatic transmission.
Skoda Octavia is offered in two petrol and one diesel engine options. The lighter 1.4-litre petrol engine gets the engine displacement of 1,395cc and capable of producing a maximum power of 150 PS and the peak torque of 250 Nm. The engine is offered with only 6-Speed Manual gearbox.
Whereas, the heavier 1.8-litre petrol motor having engine displacement of 1,798cc produces the maximum power and torque of 180 PS and 250 Nm respectively. The unit is offered with only 7-Speed DSG Automatic gearbox.
On the other hand, the diesel motor is powered by a 2.0-litre diesel engine which has the engine displacement of 1,968cc and capable of producing the supreme power of 143 PS and the maximum torque of 320 Nm. the engine is available with the choice of 6-Speed Manual or 6-Speed DSG Automatic transmission.
Toyota Corolla Altis comes in both petrol and diesel engine options. The 1.8-litre petrol engine features the engine displacement of 1,798cc and capable of producing a maximum power of 140 PS in combination with the peak torque of 173 Nm.
On the other hand, the diesel motor is powered by the 1.4-litre diesel engine which has the engine displacement of 1,364cc and capable of producing the peak power of 88 PS and the maximum torque of 205 Nm.
Both the engines come paired with the 6-Speed Manual transmission, while an additional CVT automatic gearbox is also on offer with the petrol engine.
Overall –
While the Elantra and Corolla come with a petrol and a diesel powertrain options, the Octavia is offered with two petrol and one diesel motor options. Moreover, the Octavia is the most powerful car of the segment, as even its lighter engine 1.4-litre petrol is more powerful than the 1.8-litre petrol of the Corolla Altis and 2.0-litre petrol of the Elantra. Not just in the petrol, the Octavia also rules in the diesel category, but only over these two cars, not over the Cruze. When it comes to diesel segment, the Chevy Cruze wins the battle unanimously because of its monstrous power output with the 2.0-litre engine. However, the Octavia also features the engine of the same capacity.
FUEL MILEAGE:
The Octavia offers the class-leading fuel economy of 16.8 kmpl with the powerful petrol engine, while in diesel powered engines, the all new Elantra stands at the top in the segment with the fuel mileage of 22.54 kmpl.
The average fuel mileage for the vehicles in this segment is nearby 16 kmpl in diesel and 20 kmpl in petrol.
DESIGN & STYLE:
Each car has its own design and body language which make it distinct from others and give it a unique identification. The all four cars that we have selected here, are style-flagship of their respective brands. Here we will consider the few aspects of their design ideology:
Skoda Octavia is the longest, widest and tallest car among the all four, and also has the largest boot capacity of 590 litres which also be further extended by folding the rear seats. The another fact that should be acknowledged especially while driving on the uneven Indian roads is ground clearance, Toyota Corolla Altis stands on the top among all these cars with 175mm above the surface. The Elantra features a suitable ground clearance of 165mm, but on this aspect Octavia runs-out with just 155mm above the ground.
Insides, each car is quite specious and has the seating capacity of three at the rear without any trouble. In terms of cabin environment, the Octavia offers the most prominent and premium adobe among the all four.
Also Read: Comparison: Datsun Redi-Go vs Renault Kwid vs Maruti Alto 800 vs Tata Tiago
FEATURES:
Feature-wise all the cars have a long list of equipments and leave no way for asking further more. They all are fully loaded with stylish, driving and handling, comfort and safety features, but the only question is who has more to offer.
Starting with the latest hit, the all new Hyundai Elantra’s styling features include electric sunroof with pinch guard, smart boot opening system and projector headlamps. For the safety and comfort of its occupants, it has leather upholstery, ample leg and headroom, 10-way electrically adjustable driver seat with electric lumber support, Dual-zone automatic climate control, rear AC vents, 6 Airbags including side curtains and more.
To make your driving experience amazing with safety guards Hyundai offered all the driving assistance with Elantra such as, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution), ESP (Electronic Stability Programme), VSM (Vehicle Stability Management), Auto Cruise Control, rear parking sensor and a host of other. Inside the cabin, it comes equipped with 8-inch touchscreen smart infotainment display.
Comes in only three variants, yet Chevy Cruze has a lot to offer. It features the Advanced security system, push engine start/stop button, and electrically operable sunroof which further enhancing its Cruze style. But in terms of the safety of its occupants, whether it is with the safety components or via driving assist, somehow the Cruze stands after the Elantra and Octavia, but positioned equal to the Corolla Altis, as it offers just two airbags and ABS only.
Well, again it is Octavia. No matter it is occupants safety or comfort or driver assist, Octavia is the sole winner among the fours, however, Elantra is the only car in the segment who stands nearly equal to it. Octavia comes fully loaded with the safety equipments and driver assistance technologies such as class leading 8 Airbags, front and rear park distance control, ABS & EBD, Traction Control, Stability Control and a lot more. When it comes to the occupants’ comfort and convenience, it features 12-way electrically adjustable driver seat, dual-zone climate control, smart entry and 6.5-inch LED TFT infotainment system.
Conclusion:
Every car has its own style and comes with its unique set of expertise. Plus, each car matches to a certain type of buyer nature. While the all new Hyundai Elantra comes with a host of designing elements and new features to lure the buyers, the Toyota’s Corolla Altis is labelled with World’s largest selling car. With its sharp and aggressive body design, the Chevy Cruze is not so far from the reach of car enthusiasts. Comes with the slightly higher price tag, the Skoda Octavia is the most powerful and luxury-in-class car which has sophisticated design style, most pleasant cabin environment and loaded with full of features.
So, if you are looking for something uncompromisable car, find Octavia to suit yourself. But if you do not want to pay extra, go for the recently launched all new Hyundai Elantra which sits just down the Octavia.
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