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Since the past few years, the automotive industry has been undergoing a drastic transformation by embracing technology, embedding the internet of things and producing futuristic vehicles called Internet-connected cars. Automakers are ramping up their endeavours in making technologically advanced cars that are newfangled and much ahead of their time. BMW has already set a bar in making Internet-connected cars, and other automakers are joining the fray to forge the best-connected cars and enter the automotive space.
Here, we list the top Internet-connected cars in India every technophile should know about. Some of the cars on the list have already been launched while others will hit the market soon.
We will also mention the important specifications of these Internet-connected cars and recommend the best tyres for your intelligent car.
Hyundai Creta – Elegant!
Creta is a new flagship car from Hyundai and has BlueLink connected technology which enables geofencing, tracking the car, remotely operating the engine start/stop, and automatic lock/unlock, and assists with the information related to driving analysis, fuel finder, battery status, tyre pressure, maintenance and service of the car.
Specifications
| Engine Displacement | 1,493 cc |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | 113.42 bhp@4000rpm |
| Price | Rs. 9,99,000–12,77,000 |
| Tyre Size | 205/65 R16, 215/ 60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless, Radial |
| Recommended Tyre Pressure | 33 psi (front tyre), and 36 psi (rear tyre). |
Recommended Tyres For Hyundai Creta
Hyundai Creta comes in various variants; the Hyundai Creta E & E+, S & SX wear 205/65 R16 tyre size; whereas, Hyundai Creta SX AT, SX Dual Tone, SX(O) wear 215/ 60 R17 tyre size. We recommend Goodyear Assurance Triplemax, Bridgestone B390, and Michelin Primacy 3 ST as the best tyres for Hyundai Creta and all its variants.
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Tata Nexon EV – Electrifying & Economical!
Tata Nexon EV is augmented with the latest connected car technology—Intelligent Real-Time Assist or iRA, which aids in geo-fencing and finding the car via a smartphone app, gives live vehicle diagnosis, intruder alerts, and vehicle crash notifications. The iRA features in Tata Nexon EV is designed solely for Indian users to serve their standalone needs prevalent in the country. For instance, the connected-car technology in Tata Nexon EV understands voice commands in Hindi and English and is built with the step-by-step navigation feature What3Words.
Specifications
| Battery | 30.2 kWh, Lithium-Ion Polymer, 320 Volt |
| Battery Charging | 8.5 Hrs @ 220 Volt |
| Price | Rs 13.99 lakh and Rs 15.99 lakh |
| Tyre Size | 215 / 60 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless, Radial |
| Recommended Tyre Pressure | 30 psi (front tyre), and 30 psi (rear tyre). |
Recommended Tyres For Tata Nexon EV
Apollo Alnac 4G tyres, Bridgestone Ecopia EP150 and MRF Wanderer tyres complement the electrifying features of Tata Nexon EV.
Ford EcoSport – Poised!
Ford EcoSport is furnished with Internet-connected technology FordPass BS6 compliant engine, built 4G data connection. The ForPass app allows users to access their car and start, stop, lock, and unlock remotely through the Move and Guide options in the app. The Accounts options in the EcoPass application allows users to book a test drive with Ford vehicles. Along with the start/stop actions, the Move option in EcoPass app gives information on tyre pressure, fuel levels and odo readings. The Find tool helps to locate the nearest fuel stations and other nearby places.
Specifications
| Engine Displacement | 1499 cc |
| Power | 110 bhp @ 6,300 RPM |
| Price | Rs. 10.7 lakh to Rs. 12.78 lakh |
| Tyre Size | 195 / 65 R15, 205/60 R 16, 205/50 R 17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless, Radial |
| Recommended Tyre Pressure | 30 psi (front tyre), and 41 psi (rear tyre). |
Recommended Tyres For Ford EcoSport
Ford EcoSport Ambiente, Ford EcoSport Trend wear 195 / 65 R15 tyre size, Ford EcoSport Trend +, Ford EcoSport Titanium wear 205/60 R 16 and Ford EcoSport Titanium+ wear 205/50 R 17 tyre size. The recommended tyres for Ford EcoSport are JK Vectra, Michelin Primacy 3ST and Apollo ALNAC 4G.
Kia Seltos – Powered Up!
Kia Seltos comes with UVO-connected car technology with remote engine start/stop, traffic updates, find my car, voice-activated, smartwatch connectivity, in-app emergency assist, remote destination setting, live tracking, and remote vehicle status smart features. The SUV has a voice-assisted system ‘Hello Kia’ which answers to wake up, time and date, weather information, media control, cricket score, media control and climate control queries. The SIM-built connectivity system also takes care of vehicle tracking, immobilization, emergency assistance and roadside assistance.
Specifications
| Battery | 64 kWh battery pack powering a 204 hp electric motor |
| Battery Charging Time | 20 minutes |
| Price | Rs. 16.59 lakh to Rs. 17.29 lakh |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless, Radial |
| Recommended Tyre Pressure | 35 psi (front tyre), and 35 psi (rear tyre). |
Recommended Tyres For Kia Seltos
Yokohama EARTH-1 E400, Falken ZE 912 and Pirelli P6 CINT are appropriate tyres for Kia Seltos.
Mahindra XUV500 – Smart!
Mahindra XUV500 has the Internet-connected car technology BlueSense, which gives location-based information such as locating the nearest fuel station and sharing location. From basic features, vehicle-related information such as audio controls via a smartwatch, and auto AC functions, the smart technology in Mahindra XUV500 also enables access to data on parking location, tyre pressure, and even emergency assistance.
Specifications
| Engine Displacement | 1,497 cc |
| Max Power | 114 bhp @ 6,300 rpm |
| Price | Rs. 16.59 lakh to Rs. 17.29 lakh |
| Tyre Size | 205 / 65 R16 |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless, Radial |
| Recommended Tyre Pressure | 32 psi (front tyre), and 32 psi (rear tyre). |
Internet-Connected Car Variants
Automakers Hyundai, Tata, Kia, MG and Jeep have been catering to the increasing demand for connected cars. Hyundai Venue, Verna, Tucson, Elite i20 uses the same BlueLink technology as in Hyundai Creta and exhibit similar connected functions.
Tata Nexon and Tata Nexon EV use Intelligent Real-Time Assist for Internet-connected assistance. Kia Carnival is equipped with the UVO technology in Seltos and carries the same set of Internet-connected commands with a bit of upgrade.
MG Hector, Hector Plus, and MG ZS EV are made of iSMART connected car technology to carry out 4G-based network offering all-round Internet connectivity and give OTA – Over the Air updates and is 5G compatible.
Jeep Compass features UConnect technology for vehicle finder, remote engine on/off, remote climate control, and OTA updates.
Recommended Tyres For Mahindra XUV500
Maxxis AT 771, Pirelli Scorpion ATR, and Hankook RA23 DYNAPRO HP tyres go well with Mahindra XUV500.
Top Internet-Connected Cars That Are Set To Launch
An array of Internet-connected cars are set to launch at the end of 2020 and the beginning of 2021 piquing the curiosity of automotive enthusiasts. Here are the top 5 Internet-connected cars that are about to hit the market.
Nissan Magnite is infused with Japanese design philosophy, kabuku, sui, and inase, which translate to pioneer, purpose, and vibrant, respectively. The SUV stepping away from the conventional upright profile is ready to be launched in early 2021. The car gets an 8-inch Internet-connected technology, cruise control, steering mounted controls, 360-degree camera, and automatic air conditioning. The SUV is said to inherit the connected car technology used similarly in Nissan Kicks—NissanConnect Services powered by SiriusXM.
Powered by the latest evolution of UVO, offering 57 smart ways of staying connected, Kia Sonet is a compact Internet-connected SUV which is all set to hit the market in September 2020. Auto gurus are assuming that Kia Sonet can be the smartest Internet-connected SUV as the UVO has AI Voice Command and OTA map updates. Kia Sonet has Smart Pure Air Purifier With Virus Protect, futuristic design, MT remote engine start, front ventilated seats, connected 26.03 cm (10.25″) HD touchscreen and advanced colour panel.
Indian automobile buyers are leaning towards Internet-connected cars; about 80% of consumers are looking to buy connected cars. From the best Internet-connected cars to the available variants and upcoming connected cars, we have listed them all.
