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FIRST IMPRESSION On the other hand, the new Jag automatically adjust individual These cars are symbols of power XF isn’t immediately identifiable diodes to ensure max visibility and wealth and each of them looks as the new Jag XF. The design is without blinding oncoming road the part. But you’ll probably agree an evolution of the first-gen car’s users. It’s also really cool how the when we say the Volvo is easily and the family look is also a bit too indicators swipe in the direction the most unique in its appearance. strong. It is an attractive car, no of a turn. It must be said, last The upright front with the concave doubt, and the low-bonnet, high- year’s mild facelift that brought grille, the ‘Thor’s Hammer’ LED tail look works really well. Do note, with it these advanced lights and a daytime-running lights in the however, that lesser versions of reworked grille and bumpers has headlamps, the long, flat bonnet the XF get smaller 17-inch wheels helped keep the A6 looking sharp that looks like it’s home to a V8, (rather than this top Portfolio’s even five years into its life. the cut of the rear quarter glass – 18-inchers) and they hurt the car’s BMW has also done well to it’s all very distinctive. The Volvo aesthetics. Still, the detailing is wind the clock back on the greying is also the longest car here, but really nice and we particularly like 520d with the new M Sport trim. the proportions are just right and the F-type-like LED highlights in The contoured bumpers, five- give it a very regal air. If there’s the tail-lamps. spoke wheels and the exclusive anything that could divide opinion, Lights are perhaps a bigger Mediterranean Blue paint really it’s the styling at the rear. The large, deal at Ingolstadt, so much so that add a lot of sportiness to the C-shaped tail-lights are radical and Audi has named the A6’s top trim 5’s look. Should you prefer more ensure you won’t confuse an S90 after its ‘Matrix’ LED headlamps. sober styling, BMW also offers the for anything else. The sophisticated headlights 520d in Luxury Line trim for the same money. It’s saying something that this c Merc E’s stately appearance still manages to look special right at the You’ll get noticed stepping out of their very end of its life. Think about it, even the last facelift was all the way back doors, but each offers a varying level back in 2013. of rear seat comfort. INSIDE LINES Entering the S90’s cabin is d like entering a Swedish spa. The ◊ 116 AUTOCARINDIA.COM DECEMBER 2016 DECEMBER 2016 AUTOCARINDIA.COM 117

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c These cars can be split into two camps. The S90, A6 and E are clearly comfort-oriented, while the XF and 5 have a sporty side too. d

∆ environment inside is very the sun and that the air-con fan is a support and side bolstering, and are and there is a touch too much soothing and you can feel your touch noisy too. the only ones here with ventilation cushioning for your lower back. pulse rate drop as you ease yourself What’s also noteworthy is and heating too. The sculpted seats It’s a bit disappointing, especially down onto the seats and shut the that there’s no electric steering also offer remarkable comfort and it since Volvo has a knack of getting doors. There are a few uneven adjustment, though the sheer level all adds up to a great experience up its seats spot on. panels if you really look for them, of adjustability on the Volvo’s front front. Unfortunately, the S90’s rear Seat comfort is an area where but initially at least, you’ll be seats make up for this to a large seat isn’t as special. There is acres Jaguar has upped its game and bowled over by the combined effect extent. The seats get a memory of legroom but the seat is down on how. The 51mm increase in the of the nappa leather, unlacquered function, can be adjusted for thigh thigh support, headroom is limited new XF’s has resulted ◊ wood, brushed metal and brilliant knurled buttons and knobs that make up this rich cabin. The dash WHAT YOU GET FOR YOUR MONEY that is dominated by a 9.0-inch portrait-oriented touchscreen looks Volvo S90 Jaguar XF Audi A6 BMW 520d Mercedes-Benz equal parts elegant and futuristic, D4 Inscription 20d Portfolio 35TDI Matrix M Sport E 250 d Avantagrde but we think Volvo has gone a bit Price* Rs 53.50 lakh Rs 62.10 lakh Rs 51.80 lakh Rs 54 lakh Rs 52.19 lakh too far in its quest for a minimalist LED headlights I I I I I look. The screen is your go-to Climate control 4-zone 2-zone 4-zone 2-zone 3-zone place for virtually all settings and, Electric steering adjust — I I I I

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in operation, it’s a bit fiddly to use Heads-up display I I — — — on the go for routine things like Satellite navigation I I I I I changing the air-con temperature. Camera/Park assist Rear/ I Surround/I Rear/- Rear/- Rear/- You do get used to it over time, but Paddle shifters — I I I I a few physical shortcut buttons Sunroof I I I I I (Dual) would have helped. Of the other Air suspension Rear — I — — bugbears, one is that the chunky Front seat adjust from rear — — I — — metal starter knob tends to get quite Powered boot lid I — — — —

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Comparison_Volvo vs BMW vs Audi vs Jag vs Merc_2.indd 118-119 11/18/2016 7:55:32 PM DIESEL LUXURY SEDANS COMPARISON DIESEL LUXURY SEDANS COMPARISON ∆ space to some extent, but what remains nice is how neatly The S90, A6 35 TDI and E 250 everything is laid out. The iDrive c d are sold only in single, fully system, still operated via a rotary loaded forms. All these cars come controller, is intuitive to use, its If you frequent twisty roads, the with LED headlights, sunroofs, shortcut buttons allow quick access navigation and power-adjusted to key functions, and the 10.2- slick-handling XF will serve you best. front seats. Ventilated front seats inch screen’s interface is polished aside, a powered boot lid and Apple too. We also liked the sporty feel CarPlay compatibility are class-first imparted by the M steering wheel, d features on the well-equipped S90. though some of us found the rim comfy, there’s plenty of headroom, seats also don’t offer the same The S90 and A6 offer four-zone a bit too chunky. We were, however, the large windows and twin level of adjustability you get on climate control while the E-class unanimous in our appreciation sunroofs make the cabin feel airier newer rivals, though the updated gets three-zone, and the 520d and of the Bimmer’s seats. The front than it is, and it’s the only car here infotainment system works fine. But XF get only dual-zone setups. All seats are large, accommodating where a middle rear passenger if there’s one area where the E-class cars feature rear cameras but the and well padded and the rear ones will not feel like a hostage. Shift to trumps its rivals, it is build quality. XF goes one up on the others with are second only to the XF’s on the front and the impression goes You just don’t get the same deep its 360-degree surround camera comfort. You don’t get the same a bit downhill. You’ll have to be thunk from shutting the doors on system. The XF and S90 can also level of legroom as the other cars very benevolent to say this E-class’ the other cars, and the fear is even play valet thanks to their park assist here but you won’t be cramped cabin matches up to the others the new E-class may not be quite as systems that can spot and steer into for space either. in look and feel. It is an old car special on this front. (and out of) a parking spot: we did Want to see this E-class in its and many elements of the cabin, For this comparison, we’ve taken find the XF’s system to work better. best light? If so, go straight to the such as the button-heavy centre the top-spec (albeit pricey) version Again, the XF and S90 are the only S90 dash is new-age Swedish cool; rear seat, because it still offers a console and angular buttons on of the XF, while the M Sport is cars here with heads-up displays. touchscreen is slick but more physical very good experience. The seat is the steering reflect that. The front the best equipped of the 520ds. Full-digital dials are offered on ◊ shortcut buttons would have helped; S90 is quicker than it feels; rear seat could have been more supportive.

∆ in considerably more legroom material quality also hasn’t taken Unexpectedly, we weren’t quite console, quality is consistently at the back and there’s more as much of a leap as we’ve come to taken by the A6’s cabin on this good throughout the cabin. The headroom too, though not expect of new-age luxury cars. It’s acquaintance. The fact is, Audi itself A6 also gives drivers a great view Top-spec XF’s cabin looks rich but some excessively so. The rear seat itself well put together, but there are a is to blame for this. And we mean out, but the front seats could have plastics are so-so; touchscreen is large is arguably the best here as well. few scratchy plastics around, and that in a good way. The carmaker been more supportive. Those seated and works well; it’s not the quickest but It’s supportive in all the right when you focus on smaller bits like has taken dash design and quality in the back of the A6 will have feels strong; rear seat holds occupants places, seats occupants in a comfy the ordinary-looking power window to such heights with the new Q7 similar observations. The large rear really well and cushioning is good too. position and comes with very well buttons, you know Jaguar hasn’t and A4, that it’s made the older windows allow excellent visibility judged cushioning. The XF also been overtly lavish with the cabin. A6’s cabin look a bit last-gen well but the well-cushioned seat could scores very high on front-seat What we can’t complain about is before its time. Even the MMI have offered more thigh support. comfort, with the top Portfolio the ‘Jaguar handshake’ which has infotainment system (operated The A6 is down on the S90 and XF trim’s perforated leather seats the rotary gear lever rise up and via a dial and touchpad) doesn’t on rear legroom, but comes with a being no less than thrones. In fact, the side air-con vents fold open on come across as cutting edge today. party trick to make amends – at the the way the extendable seat squab engine ignition. It’s a gimmicky Mind you, the A6’s interior is still a touch of a button on the rear door, curls out for more thigh support is touch from the first XF but we’ve very premium place to be. Save for the front passenger seat can be slid something we’ve only seen in cars not tired of it in all these years. some average plastics on the centre forward to free up space. from a class above. The top-spec A big surprise in this test was Jag also gets you a large 10.2-inch how good the 5-series’ cabin felt. touchscreen infotainment system, c Yes, the dash looks just like any and it works fluidly and displays other BMW’s, but the M Sport everything in good clarity. But for S90’s soothing cabin is almost therapuetic trim’s faux aluminium seems to all its comfort and tech, the new have breathed new life into the XF’s cabin doesn’t quite have that in the way it can lower your pulse. cabin. Quality too is among the sense of occasion the S90’s does. best. The 5’s dashboard is high The dash isn’t radical in design and d set and that hurts the feeling of ◊ DECEMBER 2016 AUTOCARINDIA.COM 121 DECEMBER 2016 AUTOCARINDIA.COM 123

Comparison_Volvo vs BMW vs Audi vs Jag vs Merc_2.indd 121 11/18/2016 10:54:30 PM Comparison_Volvo vs BMW vs Audi vs Jag vs Merc_2.indd 123 11/18/2016 10:55:55 PM DIESEL LUXURY SEDANS COMPARISON DIESEL LUXURY SEDANS COMPARISON ∆ the older 520d’s (and most rivals), and no doubt the tweaked makes for a very sure-footed high- eight-speed gearbox has helped c speed cruiser. bring the best out of the engine. The Jaguar XF also feels nice Gearshifts are the most fluid and, The new engine has done its bit to up the and tied down at speed and is in Sport mode, it’s easily the most rather good at dealing with our engaging gearbox too. 520d’s re inement to new levels. average-quality roads. The setup is You’ll get quick shifts on the Audi clearly firmer than the S90’s (it’s A6’s seven-speed dual-clutch auto the firmest here, but not by much) too, but they aren’t quite as smooth d so it picks up more of the road’s as the BMW’s. Again, last year’s That’s true about the E 250 d and how well they shield occupants imperfections and there’s a bit more engine update has changed the way also, which is a bit ironic given it’s from the happenings beneath is a side-to-side movement too. There the A6 drives. Gone is the punchy the most powerful car here. The E is key differentiator. The good news is also more road noise than we’d mid-range and quick-revving quick off the line and performance is you won’t be uncomfortable in have like, but suspension noise is character of the old engine. What is good, but you won’t want to push any of these cars, but differences well contained. you get now instead is a more linear it hard. Because doing so reveals do exist. On the other hand, the A6’s build-up of power. The Audi still the engine’s noisier, harsher side The S90 that comes standard suspension can get noisy at times. revs hard, especially so in Dynamic and also that the old seven-speed with a rear air suspension is nice It will protest with a sharp thud if mode, but engine noise levels at the gearbox isn’t as willing with manual and absorbent at low speeds, but you don’t slow down enough for limit will keep you from exploring gearshifts. The best way to enjoy up the pace and the Volvo tends to a large pothole. The A6 uses air the top end often. It’s all rather the Merc is to drive it smoothly and bob. You can trade some level of suspension all round and comes hushed at low speeds though, and enjoy its measured rise in pace. bump absorption for better body with two settings, but neither is in a sense, the A6 is best enjoyed in control by setting the suspension to perfect. The best compromise is Blame the new A4 and Q7 for making a relaxed manner with the gearbox THE RIDE STUFF the firmer Dynamic mode though. to use Comfort in town, as it does the A6 cabin look a bit dated before its left to its own devices. How these cars cope with our roads In fact, in Dynamic, the S90 also a really good job of ironing out ◊ time; MMI system is easy to use; power delivery is genteel yet effective; space is great but seating position isn’t.

∆ the XF, S90 and 5-series but the 430Nm. What’s interesting is that this helps the large S90 feel light power delivery but once the engine Bimmer’s screen is way superior there’s no massive difference in on its feet. You can happily press is in its flow, it feels strong. The to the other two. High-end sound their performance numbers, both on as the engine will continue eight-speed gearbox does well to M Sport trim helps liven up BMW’s systems are the norm, but to our in flat-out as well as kickdown providing a steady stream of power keep the engine in the meat of the familiar dash; updated iDrive system ears, the podium, in descending acceleration. Still, these cars till 4,000rpm or so. Dynamic mode powerband and it’s the only car here interface is great; Bimmer is quick as order, is occupied by the Volvo’s feel quite different from behind helps speed things up, but when that lets you manually hold gear ever and now quiet too; rear seat really Bowers & Wilkins system, the Jag’s the wheel. you want to drive hard, you’ll miss (operated via the paddles) at about comfy but not as spacious as rivals. Meridian setup and the Audi’s Hear an S90 from the outside paddle shifters for the eight-speed 4,900rpm in its sporty Dynamic Bose unit. Finally, party animals and you’ll scoff at how loud the gearbox. Manual shifts via the mode. The thing is, the XF’s engine will be well informed to know the engine is. But very little of that gear selector are possible, but is quite loud for a brand-new Jaguar has the most comprehensive clatter actually makes its way the clunky lever takes away from modern unit. The engine booms ambient lighting program. into the cabin and the net result the experience. when pushed and there’s also an is the engine feels very refined. Merely looking at the numbers audible clatter at idle. MOVING ON What’s also good is that the engine will tell you the XF is the slowest On a related note, it’s The S90, XF, A6 and 520d are provides good thrust early on and car here. The fact is, it doesn’t feel commendable how much of a each powered by 2.0-litre, four- low down in the rev range, and so. It’s not got the S90’s immediate difference the new engine has made cylinder diesel engines, while the to the BMW 520d’s refinement. Merc uses a slightly larger 2.1- From being one of the loudest, the litre four pot. However, the Merc c 520d is now among the quietest engine features two turbos and is cars in the class. However, the correspondingly the most powerful The headlights may be the talking point but new engine is also different in its at 204hp and 500Nm. The S90, character; it seemingly doesn’t A6 and 520d’s engines make an there’s a lot else to like about the A6 too. pull as quickly or as hard as we identical 190hp and 400Nm while remember the older one to have. the XF’s unit is good for 180hp and d That said, performance betters ◊ DECEMBER 2016 AUTOCARINDIA.COM 125 DECEMBER 2016 AUTOCARINDIA.COM 127

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E-class cabin has aged gracefully but is undeniably old-school now; infotainment system is decent; twin- turbo engine is the most powerful here; best seat for three passengers.

tech too, which was always the A6’s too expensive for what you get. like a sporty BMW should, but it want. Sure, the rear seat could calling card. Lesser Pure and Prestige trim cars sure delivers on luxury and comfort. have been better, but even that’s The Jaguar is the clear driver’s are available for more reasonable Refinement is better than ever too, not a deal breaker. Only helping choice with the nicest handling. money, but they feel decidedly like making the 520d a very tempting the S90’s case is its pricing. At the same time, the Jag also pared down ‘corporate editions’ and proposition indeed. Rs 53.50 lakh is good value for what offers the best rear seat. It is quite are just not as desirable. But none of the other cars leave is a cutting edge and well-equipped a complete package, but it’s not Priced at Rs 54 lakh, the BMW quite as lasting an impression luxury sedan. perfect. The engine, for one, is on 520d M Sport is not cheap, but as the new Volvo S90. It’s So, in this season of political the noisier side. But what really now that the next-gen 5-series refreshingly different and in its upsets, here’s one in the car world. works against the XF is pricing. has been revealed, you can expect clear focus on comfort means The Volvo S90 is the best large The top-spec diesel XF Portfolio prices to tumble in the coming it gives the majority of Indian luxury sedan you can buy. Volvo costs Rs 62.10 lakh, which is just months. The 520d may not drive luxury sedan buyers what they is no longer the underdog. AI Volvo S90 Jaguar XF Audi A6 BMW 520d Mercedes-Benz E 250 d D4 Inscription 20d Portfolio 35 TDI Matrix M Sport Avantgarde VERDICT Classy Swede feels the most Great to drive but pricier Newer rivals have taken Scores where it counts. Manages to hold its own in special. Sensibly priced too. than it ought to be. away its tech advantage. Too soft for a BMW though. many areas despite vintage. ∆ bumps at low speeds, and weighted and precise, body control drive sedan can do in the corners. Volvo but there’s no denying RATING ########$$ ########$$ #######$$$ ########$$ #######$$$ Dynamic at speed, which arrests is impressive for what is a large Likewise, the S90 won’t put a that the luxury-car basics are L/W/H 4963/1895/1443mm 4954/1880/1457mm 4933/1874/1455mm 4907/1860/1464mm 4879/1854/1474mm undue body movement. car and there’s a nice balance to smile on your face around the all in place. It’s got a good back Wheelbase 2941mm 2960mm 2912mm 2968mm 2874mm We wish BMW provided some bends either. Handling is safe and seat, a comfy ride and still feels OUR the chassis that eggs you on to let Kerb weight 1717kg CHOICE 1760kg 1735kg 1695kg 1725kg form of damper control on the 520d your hair down behind the wheel. predictable, but no more. Still, built like a tank. It’s hard to Engine 4 cyls, 1969cc, turbo-diesel 4 cyls, 1999cc, turbo-diesel 4 cyls, 1968cc, turbo-diesel 4 cyls, 1995cc, turbo-diesel 4 cyls, 2143cc, bi-turbo-diesel too. BMW has softened the 5-series’ The softened BMW 520d simply the steering gives a good sense of recommend one wholeheartedly, Type Front-wheel drive Rear-wheel drive Front-wheel drive Rear-wheel drive Rear-wheel drive ride over the years, and while it’s doesn’t provide the same level of control and you’ll like how easy it but for the few who wouldn’t mind Power 190hp at 4250rpm 180hp at 4000rpm 190hp at 3800-4200rpm 190hp at 4000rpm 204hp at 4200rpm terrific at dealing with bumps, there connection today. You can enjoy is to use in town. driving home a last-gen car, this is Torque 400Nm at 1750-2500rpm 430Nm at 1750-2500rpm 400Nm at 1750-3000rpm 400Nm at 1750-2500rpm 500Nm at 1600-1800rpm is a lot of residual body movement. yourself behind the wheel, but the as good a time as any to buy one. Gearbox 8-speed auto 8-speed auto 7-speed dual-clutch auto 8-speed auto 7-speed auto As a result, the 520d feels floaty and body and steering feel too loose for THE CHOSEN ONE Think about it – an E-class for Tyre size (f-r) 245/45 R18 245/45 R18 245/45 R18 245/45 R18- 275/40 R18 245/45 R17 very un-BMW-like. a pukka BMW. That the W212 E-class, now in C-class money. Acceleration (from rest) Acceleration (from rest) Acceleration (from rest) The Merc’s suspension is very, The A6 has sporty pretensions its seventh year on sale in India, The Audi A6’s Rs 51.8 lakh PERFORMANCE Acceleration (from rest) Acceleration (from rest) Kph Sec Sec Sec Sec Sec well, Mercedes-like. The low-speed too but the steering feels too could stand tall among new rivals (ex-showroom, Delhi) asking 20 1.00 0.81 1.23 0.88 0.94 ride is pliant and free from any artificially weighted to engage just goes to show the depth of its price is officially the lowest here, 40 2.33 2.13 2.39 1.91 1.92 thumps and kicks. And the faster keen drivers and there’s also only engineering. We never expected and there’s always scope for some 60 3.84 3.80 3.93 3.48 3.56 you go, the better it gets. The ride so much a large, front-wheel- it to feel as modern as the Jag or haggling too. Price aside, things 80 5.92 6.12 5.86 5.46 5.75 remains flat and composed at all that should steer you to an Audi 100 8.50 9.04 8.58 8.32 8.31 speeds. And while the E-class is showroom for an A6 include its 120 11.90 12.72 11.92 12.24 11.95 oriented towards comfort, it is c lengthy features list and generally 140 16.01 17.32 16.30 17.37 16.16 nice to drive on a winding road too, This is probably the last of the Mercs to pleasant demeanour. It’s just that 160 21.48 24.25 21.75 23.30 22.21 in part thanks to its wonderfully the A6 doesn’t feel as special as it 20-80 (in kickdown) 5.29 5.26 4.87 5.10 5.85 fluid steering. once did. The driving experience 40-100 (in kickdown) 6.55 6.70 6.99 6.51 7.31 But if its sporty handling you offer that renowned vault-like build. doesn’t particularly excite, the cabin are after, the rear-wheel-drive XF has started looking a bit old and WHAT IT COSTS it has to be. The steering is well- d newer rivals offer more by way of Price (ex-showroom, Delhi) Rs 53.50 lakh Rs 62.10 lakh Rs 51.80 lakh Rs 54 lakh Rs 52.19 lakh 128 AUTOCARINDIA.COM DECEMBER 2016 DECEMBER 2016 AUTOCARINDIA.COM 129

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