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SKODA SUPERB - FIRST DRIVE

Review all variants of Skoda Superb

FORD MONDEO
	Ford's brilliant Mondeo is the current pick of the D-segment in India. Germanic looks and solid build quality distinguish it from the pack. Dynamically too, it holds an edge with ride and handling that others can't hold a candle to. Both petrol and diesel engines deliver stunning performance but the diesel lacks refinement.	Price Rs 16.30 lakh/Rs 17.59 lakh Power (P/D) 136/113bhp Weight 1361/1423kg Length 4731mm Width 1821mm Wheelbase 2754mm


HONDA ACCORD
	Easily the best known car in this segment, the 2.3-litre petrol Accord is a big, capable and refined performer that comes with an awesome reputation of bullet-proof reliability. Styling however is conservative and looks like a grown-up City. 4-speed automatic option is a plus and is not available with its immediate rivals.	Price Rs 15.07 lakh (MT), 15.88 lakh (AT) Power 141bhp Weight 1380kg Length 4810mm Width 1785mm Wheelbase 2715mm


HYUNDAI SONATA
	Stunning looks, great value and refinement are its strengths. Now a well known and respected brand in India, the Sonata is surprisingly moving up in snob value. It suffers from a performance deficit and hence is not much fun to drive. A 2.7-litre V6 with automatic transmission as standard is expected this Diwali.	Price Rs 13.42 lakh (Gold) airbag Power 134bhp Weight 1441kg Length 4747mm Width 1820mm Wheelbase 2700mm


TOYOTA CAMRY
	A best-seller in the US market, Toyota have yet to launch the Camry in India which is expected by the year end. Interior comfort and space are expected to be strong points along with Toyota's legendary reliability and hassle-free ownership. Power comes from 2.4-litre 157bhp engine. Auto transmission an option.	Price Rs 18 lakh (est) Power 157bhp Weight 1402kg Length 4805mm Width 1795mm Wheelbase 2720mm


OPEL VECTRA
	The all-new Vectra, which went on sale in Europe this May, is expected in India by September. Handsome styling, rich interiors will go down well with luxury car buyers. Power comes from 2-litre petrol and hi-tech 2.2-litre turbo-diesel. The new Vectra is expected to set a new benchmark for refinement in this class.	Price Rs 18 lakh (est) Power (P/D) 145/125bhp Weight 1395kg Length 4596mm Width 1798mm Wheelbase 2700mm


MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS
	Merc's C is a technological tour de force, packed with all sorts of hi-tech equipment including airbags. 2.0-litre petrol engine gives pedestrian performance but is a substantially cheaper option. 2.2-litre turbo-diesel is a very refined unit with adequate power. Compared to cheaper rivals, C-class is tight on space.	Price Rs 20.94 lakh/Rs 23.79 lakh Power (P/D) 124/115bhp Weight 1455/1505kg Length 4526mm Width 1728mm Wheelbase 2715mm


MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS
	Priced at over Rs 30 lakh, Merc's E is in a class of its own and substantially larger than the other cars here. The only car that can match it for interior space is the Superb. Powerful 2.6-litre V6 the smoothest engine around and 2.2-litre common rail turbo-diesel simply brilliant. All new E-class expected by year-end.	Price Rs 32.96 lakh/Rs 32.10 lakh Power (P/D) 156/143bhp Weight 1580/1590kg Length 4818mm Width 1799mm Wheelbase 2833mm

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June 2002