The sub-compact SUV gets two engine options – a 1.0-litre turbo petrol and a 1.5-litre turbo diesel. The same petrol engine does the duty in the Hyundai i20 N-line, Venue and Kia Sonet. The same diesel engine also does the duty in the Hyundai Venue, Creta, Carens, Seltos and Sonet.
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The top Prestige trim of the Skoda Kylaq includes 17-inch alloy wheels, a rear wiper, an auto-dimming internal rearview mirror (IRVM), and a powered sunroof. It also features ventilated seats, leatherette upholstery, and powered front seats for both passengers.
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Other highlights include a two-spoke steering wheel, a blue theme for the screens, rectangular AC vents with their brushed silver surrounds, rotary drive state selector and leatherette upholstery. Features include wireless smartphone mirroring, a panoramic sunroof, automatic climate control, a wireless charger, an electric parking brake with auto hold, ADAS, 360-degree camera and more.
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Aprilia has launched the 2025 models of RS125 and Tuono 125 with Euro5+ compliant engines, delivering 15 bhp and 12 Nm torque. These bikes feature new color options, quickshifter availability in some regions, LED lighting, ABS, and a digital LCD cluster. They won't be released in India due to pricing issues.
There are no cosmetic changes made to the scooter, it now features a 4.2-inch TFT colour display that provides various information, including a mileage indicator, trip meters, an eco indicator, distance-to-empty reading and much more. It also gets a USB Type-C charging port which was much much-needed update.