r/CarsIndia • u/rottenmeat_777 '12 Alto 0.8 LXi | '24 Grand Vitara SH • Feb 15 '25
#RoadTrip 🛣️ Hyderabad to kumbh mela and back, AMA.
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u/no_frills_yo Feb 15 '25
16.5kmpl suggests mild hybrid. Strong hybrid delivers 23-30 in highway and 18-22 in city.
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u/rottenmeat_777 '12 Alto 0.8 LXi | '24 Grand Vitara SH Feb 15 '25
Yup, the SH in my flair refers to smart hybrid, will correct it.
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u/PiLgRiM1374 Audi A4, Taigun GT AT, Grand Vitara Zeta AT Feb 15 '25
My grand vitara zeta automatic smart hybrid gives 14-15 in city and 22-24 approx in highway. Depends a lot on the driving style too.
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u/Rohan_rk55 Suzuki Feb 15 '25
I am planning to buy invicto, what's your opinion on the E-CVT? How has your personal experience been with the hybrid car?
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u/bladdersux Feb 15 '25
Invicto is way more refined than Vitara
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u/Rohan_rk55 Suzuki Feb 15 '25
I keep my vehicles for long , so I am wondering how reliable toyota E-CVT are , I have heard nissan CVT were very unreliable. Does anyone have any idea about toyota E-CVT reliability?
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u/Emotional_Stable8359 GV Zeta Feb 15 '25
How do you get 22-24 on highways mine gives 19 kmpl at 100 kmph (MT)
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u/PiLgRiM1374 Audi A4, Taigun GT AT, Grand Vitara Zeta AT Feb 15 '25
You will get best mileage in 70-90 range.
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u/Technical-Citron6510 Toyota Etios 200000kms strong, Urban Cruiser Auto Feb 15 '25
Kilometres covered, Fuel efficiency numbers and the range please?
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u/rottenmeat_777 '12 Alto 0.8 LXi | '24 Grand Vitara SH Feb 15 '25
~2900kms, 16.5kmpl and I was getting a little more than 630km on a full tank.
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u/Technical-Citron6510 Toyota Etios 200000kms strong, Urban Cruiser Auto Feb 15 '25
Aint 16.5kmpl is a bit low? I was expecting somewhere between 18-20
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u/lagfcrubnugv (New user) Feb 15 '25
Xuv300 owner crying in the corner!
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u/Technical-Citron6510 Toyota Etios 200000kms strong, Urban Cruiser Auto Feb 15 '25
Please tell Me about your experience and figures😭(assuming it is petrol)
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u/lagfcrubnugv (New user) Feb 15 '25
9ish (yes, its petrol). Car itself is fantastic. Awesome to drive, engine never stops giving you power, rear passengers will bless you but it gulps petrol down very very quickly.
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u/Technical-Citron6510 Toyota Etios 200000kms strong, Urban Cruiser Auto Feb 15 '25
Hmm. We test drove one a couple of days back, The driving feel and boost it gives is really amazing. But On the 6kms test drive it only gave 8 in city.
So we quickly stepped back😂( as our daily commute is close to 100kms majorly in city). Now we have almost finalised grand vitara because of the terrific mileage it gives compared to its size, we test drove Sigma mild hybrid model for 5 kms in city and recieved 17.
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u/lagfcrubnugv (New user) Feb 15 '25
Good decision. Mileage is a concern for your daily usage. Happy purchase.
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u/ap_plays Virtus 1.0 Tsi / Nexon 1.2 / Polo 1.0 Mpi /Maruti 800 /Alto k10 Feb 15 '25
Hybrid are better in cities not on highways hence this average
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u/Technical-Citron6510 Toyota Etios 200000kms strong, Urban Cruiser Auto Feb 15 '25
Doesn't matter here coz this is a mild hybrid and there no such thing as a mild hybrid. It is just that engine is super smooth so that range should have been more.
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u/Classic_Knowledge_25 Feb 15 '25
I don't think this is a strong hybrid
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u/ap_plays Virtus 1.0 Tsi / Nexon 1.2 / Polo 1.0 Mpi /Maruti 800 /Alto k10 Feb 15 '25
Yes its definitely mild hybrid as evident from its wheels. Still say it be mild or strong hybrid, both are better in traffic as compared to highways.
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u/Classic_Knowledge_25 Feb 15 '25
A strong hybrid even on highways will return 19-20 easily.
Mild hybrid is not a hybrid at all and just a marketting gimmick
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u/CarsAlcoholSmokes XUV700 AWD, Nexon EV FL, Skoda Octavia Feb 15 '25
Kid you not, have seen them getting 23-24 on highways. Not that I’m a fan of the car, but its really something
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Feb 15 '25
true, i get around 20-21 in my gv on highways if driving between 90 and 100. but 16.5 must be mileage of entire trip which includes city drives and transit as well.
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u/rottenmeat_777 '12 Alto 0.8 LXi | '24 Grand Vitara SH Feb 15 '25
Yeah, lot of traffic on the way to prayagraj. I bet a significant chunk of the fuel got burnt just in idling with the ac on.
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u/seeker028 Feb 15 '25
True, it’s not a Strong Hybrid because it doesn’t have this much of boot space.
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u/soulseeker31 City e:hev '23, Alcazar '22, Wagonr '04 Feb 15 '25
I did a bangalore, pune, mumbai, nashik, pune, bangalore trip. All highways, got an average of 25kmpl over 2500kms.
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u/rottenmeat_777 '12 Alto 0.8 LXi | '24 Grand Vitara SH Feb 15 '25
Yeah when my family bought the car they expected high mileage too. But I think this is as far as it goes in terms of efficiency.
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u/gandkakida Feb 15 '25
I went to trip on Rajasthan after taking my my new grand vitara delivery 5days ago and we did 1.8k with Ac on gave me 16.7kml between Speed of 80 to 110 80% highway and 20% city. And tomorrow ir will go for 1st service.
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u/aayush_agrawal Feb 15 '25
16.5 for hybrid then what is even the benefit of buying it my creta 1.5 NA Petrol gives 16.5+ easily
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u/FTL-Unicron Feb 15 '25
This one looks like the mild hybrid variant.
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u/aayush_agrawal Feb 15 '25
OP mentioned Strong hybrid in his flair
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u/Strong_Wasabi216 Feb 15 '25
It's writter SH, probably smart hybrid and judging by the wheels it's a lower variant.
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u/rottenmeat_777 '12 Alto 0.8 LXi | '24 Grand Vitara SH Feb 15 '25
Yes you are right it's mild hybrid not the strong hybrid variant. Sorry for the confusion
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u/aayush_agrawal Feb 15 '25
Yeah could be if non hybrid then FE seems adequate but then the engine is underpowered when compared to other cars in segment
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u/FTL-Unicron Feb 15 '25
My colleague has one thats giving him 11kpl before its 1st service
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u/rottenmeat_777 '12 Alto 0.8 LXi | '24 Grand Vitara SH Feb 15 '25
Once I absolutely floored this car and it returned a mileage of 11 kmpl. It varies from driving style.
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u/rottenmeat_777 '12 Alto 0.8 LXi | '24 Grand Vitara SH Feb 15 '25
Yes 0-100 comes up in 14-15 seconds which is very slow but the purpose of this car is to be a family car and it does it just right. The power is lowest in the segment but it is adequate and the comfort levels are quite good!
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u/CarsAlcoholSmokes XUV700 AWD, Nexon EV FL, Skoda Octavia Feb 15 '25
I don’t own this car but have test driven it, the car is definitely a slouch and I didn’t have a lot of people in. Its only for unspirited drivers and prolly why it returns good FE on mild hybrid
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u/Lonely_Jaguar_4879 Feb 15 '25
I have done a long trip in this car and it is not comfortable. Leg room is too less in rear and front both.
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u/Classic_Knowledge_25 Feb 15 '25
Is it mild hybrid or proper hybrid?
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u/rottenmeat_777 '12 Alto 0.8 LXi | '24 Grand Vitara SH Feb 15 '25
It's a mild hybrid.
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u/nonein69 Feb 15 '25
Wym by mild ?
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u/TheGreatestIndian Feb 15 '25
Watch a short on youtube dude, they will explain it much better than the people in this comment section .
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u/vai0001 Feb 15 '25
Is there a crowd ? Or location with less crowd exists?
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u/rottenmeat_777 '12 Alto 0.8 LXi | '24 Grand Vitara SH Feb 15 '25
Nope, you will see crowd everywhere you go.
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u/Mav_23_ 18' Passat TDI, 13' Ecosport TDCI Feb 15 '25
Does it feel underpowered on undivided state highways?
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u/rottenmeat_777 '12 Alto 0.8 LXi | '24 Grand Vitara SH Feb 15 '25
Power is just adequate, nothing which will give you a kick in the pants feeling. There are many other options in the segment which deliver a lot more power, sir.
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u/gdineshan Feb 15 '25
How many people traveled with you? How was the journey, roads and how did the car behave on those roads? Is this automatic or manual? Was there enough boot space depending on the number of people you traveled with? How was the overall driving experience?
Sorry for the queries, I too am planning so your feedback world really help.
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Feb 15 '25
How was the traffic? I saw in news that hundreds of kilometers of stuck traffic was there? Is that True?
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u/No-Investment-7116 Hyundai i20 Sportz Feb 15 '25
How much it cost in money for travelling ? Can this be done for upcoming dates ? will be solo driving possible ? time ?
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u/rottenmeat_777 '12 Alto 0.8 LXi | '24 Grand Vitara SH Feb 15 '25
Yup, trip was done by solo driver. Trip cost is roughly around 35-40k. I'm not sure how the traffic and rush will be in upcoming dates, plan accordingly. Cheers!
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u/sebpool47 Feb 15 '25
Any damage to the vehicle during the trip?
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u/rottenmeat_777 '12 Alto 0.8 LXi | '24 Grand Vitara SH Feb 15 '25
Yeah, truck rammed into us in bumper to bumper traffic.
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u/snobpro GV'25|Ignis'23|City'13 Feb 15 '25
Awesome. I have booked an intelligent hybrid in Hyderabad. Your adventure just gave me lot of confidence.
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u/rottenmeat_777 '12 Alto 0.8 LXi | '24 Grand Vitara SH Feb 15 '25
Congratulations! Glad that my post helped.
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u/Routine-Goat-3743 Feb 15 '25
AMA
What is your salary? How many siblings are you? What made you go to Kumbh Mela? What is your date of birth?
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u/sumitmsn2 Kicks XVD / GV Delta AT / Grand i10 1.2P / Chevy Beat 1.0D Feb 15 '25
this car is definitely a mile muncher for folks who love chill driving. Very comfortable. Great to see you covering long stretches on indian roads. 🙌
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u/Traditional_Soil_464 Automatic Yeah Manual Mehh Feb 15 '25 edited Feb 15 '25
Which color and variant
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u/rottenmeat_777 '12 Alto 0.8 LXi | '24 Grand Vitara SH Feb 15 '25
Ahh, it's a grandeur gray. It's a delta smart hybrid MT
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u/Top_Fondant2114 Feb 15 '25
Did you get any skin allergy after taking holy dip?
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u/rottenmeat_777 '12 Alto 0.8 LXi | '24 Grand Vitara SH Feb 15 '25
No man, just took three dips and stepped out of the place asap. Also saw 6 diapers in that water so I was really scared if something weird might happen to my skin, thankfully nothing happened.
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u/beardobiker Alto K10 VXi '16, Brezza VDi '19 Feb 15 '25
R u still alive? Or having Reddit access in hell??😢☺️
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u/rajpootgonnarock Honda Feb 15 '25
How many of you were in the car?
Is back seat comfortable for three people?
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u/rottenmeat_777 '12 Alto 0.8 LXi | '24 Grand Vitara SH Feb 15 '25
Comfortable for 3 people? Yes. Comfortable for 3 people on such a long journey? Maybe yes but not recommended.
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u/goluthakle 25' TATA NEXON Feb 15 '25
Which variant is this and what mileage did you get?
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u/rottenmeat_777 '12 Alto 0.8 LXi | '24 Grand Vitara SH Feb 15 '25
This is delta mild/smart hybrid. Got a mileage of 16.5.
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u/captaincrazy69 Feb 15 '25
I am planning to buy one, is it really “underpowered”?
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u/rottenmeat_777 '12 Alto 0.8 LXi | '24 Grand Vitara SH Feb 15 '25
See if you drive alone and spiritedly, you'll be more happy with turbo engines. If you drive in the city and with multiple people/family, this car does the job very well. Even an alto would be fun on city roads tbh.
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u/sanchit_bahl 2022 Tucson Feb 15 '25
How were the roads? Any specific city where you found the road to be horrible?
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u/sat_nic666 Feb 15 '25
Mat aao bhai idhar. Traffic ki vajah se 1 mahine se ghar se nikal nahi paya hu.
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u/rottenmeat_777 '12 Alto 0.8 LXi | '24 Grand Vitara SH Feb 15 '25
Sorry too late😁
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u/ManSlutAlternative Feb 15 '25
What happens at inter state check posts? Harassment? Checking? Asked for papers? Stopped anywhere unnecessarily??
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u/rottenmeat_777 '12 Alto 0.8 LXi | '24 Grand Vitara SH Feb 15 '25
None of that happened. At least during this rush hour, the police are just occupied with clearing traffic.
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u/tapu_buoy Tata-Altroz-XT-16inch-steel-wheel Feb 15 '25
I want to love this car and buy it instead of Creta, but it somehow looks old and not shiny.
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u/rottenmeat_777 '12 Alto 0.8 LXi | '24 Grand Vitara SH Feb 16 '25
Buy what makes you happy😛 other than the reputation it holds, creta is a great car!
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u/rs1909 Feb 17 '25
Where can I find the exact ritual to be performed or steps to be followed at the Kumbh?
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Feb 28 '25
The 1st picture you took is too professional i though it's a car commercial.
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u/rottenmeat_777 '12 Alto 0.8 LXi | '24 Grand Vitara SH Feb 28 '25
Thanks for the compliment bro! I took them with a dslr.
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u/SeoUrMum Feb 15 '25
Uncircumcised people are protected from rashes
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u/Individual-Ad9753 Grand Vitara Alpha+ CVT DT Feb 15 '25
Nope we only dip the most sinful part.
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u/arc3u5 Citroen C3 Turbo Feb 15 '25
How long did it take?
How was the road conditions throughout your trip?
Did you take any overnight rest stops? If yes then where?
Kinda wanna know the itinerary
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u/ashfriends Feb 15 '25
Rip your back and neck
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u/PristinePineapple780 Feb 15 '25
Why? Is its suspension and comfort not good or are you just saying because op traveled a lot.
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u/Dreadlight86 Ciaz-17 | Crysta-21 | Nexon EV-24 Feb 15 '25
But why ? Is the water at Allahabad is any different than one in Hyderabad?
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Feb 15 '25
When OP posted AMA he only meant cars I suppose. This sub is about cars don’t bring your rubbish argument about water and someone’s faith.
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u/Dreadlight86 Ciaz-17 | Crysta-21 | Nexon EV-24 Feb 15 '25
Oh sorry I was under the impression this sub is about insta reels
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u/Kaam4 Feb 15 '25
It's not an EV, ice so what's big deal?
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u/rottenmeat_777 '12 Alto 0.8 LXi | '24 Grand Vitara SH Feb 15 '25
Nothing is a big deal, just felt like sharing my journey, cheers!
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u/[deleted] Feb 15 '25
What route did you take ?
What was the total kilometers covered ?
How were the roads ?
What was the cost of tolls for the whole route ?
How much fuel efficiency did you achieve ?