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    Maruti Grand Vitara Hybrid Vs Skoda Kushaq And Volkswagen Taigun 1.5 DSG: Real World Fuel Efficiency Compared

    Modified On Oct 31, 2022 05:51 PM By Shreyash for Volkswagen Taigun

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    The Maruti packs a strong-hybrid powertrain while the compact SUVs from Skoda and VW feature active cylinder deactivation technology

    Fuel Efficiency Comparison Test

    Maruti Suzuki has entered the compact SUV space in India with the new generation Grand Vitara and it is one of only two cars in the segment, the other being the Toyota Hyryder, to be offered with a strong-hybrid powertrain. 

    The compact SUV competes against the Skoda Kushaq and Volkswagen Taigun and therefore, we're pitting the trio against each other to see which one will poke the smallest hole in your wallet on the basis of their real-world fuel efficiency figures (obtained through our tests).

     

    Maruti Grand Vitara Strong-hybrid

    Skoda Kushaq

    Volkswagen Taigun

    Power

    116PS (combined)

    150PS

    150PS

    Torque

    122Nm (engine), 141Nm (electric motor)

    250Nm

    250Nm

    Transmission

    e-CVT

    DCT

    DCT

    Tested Highway Fuel Efficiency

    25.45kmpl

    16.68kmpl

    16.72kmpl

    Tested City Fuel Efficiency

    21.97kmpl

    12.72kmpl

    13.64kmpl

    Based on our mileage tests, the Grand Vitara outperforms the Kushaq and Taigun by more than 8kmpl in both city and highway driving circumstances. This offers a real-world perspective of the economic benefit of running a strong-hybrid powertrain that uses an electric motor along with a naturally aspirated 1.5-litre petrol engine tuned to operate at peak efficiency.

    Also Read: Maruti Grand Vitara Strong Hybrid Vs Kia Seltos Turbo-DCT - Real World Fuel Efficiency Compared

    Volkswagen Taigun Moving Shot

    Meanwhile, the 1.5-litre, four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine found in the Skoda and Volkswagen features cylinder deactivation technology to maximise efficiency where possible without compromising on outright performance.

    Also Read: Volkswagen Taigun Gets A Full Score In Global NCAP Crash Tests

    Let's have a look at the fuel economy of these compact SUVs in mixed conditions:

    Model

    City:Highway (50:50)

    City:Highway (25:75)

    City:Highway (75:25)

    Maruti Grand Vitara Strong-hybrid

    23.58kmpl

    24.48kmpl

    22.74kmpl

    Skoda Kushaq 1.5 DSG

    14.43kmpl

    15.47kmpl

    13.52kmpl

    Volkswagen Taigun 1.5 DSG

    15.02kmpl

    15.82kmpl

    14.29kmpl

    Grand Vitara Moving Shot

    The Grand Vitara earns the best mileage figures in mixed driving situations, with a difference of roughly 9kmpl over its competition in question. That said, the difference is obvious because the power and torque outputs of both the Kushaq and Taigun are more than that of the Grand Vitara. 

    Also Read: Exclusive: Skoda Kushaq Anniversary Edition Launched - All Changes

    Skoda Kushaq

    The Taigun and Kushaq's active cylinder deactivation, on the other hand, turns off two of its four cylinders when there is reduced load, although they only manage a maximum fuel economy of up to 16.72kmpl in highway driving circumstances.

    To sum it up, the Grand Vitara is more fuel-efficient compared to the Kushaq and Taigun. Bear in mind that these fuel efficiency figures may vary depending on the driving style, road condition and vehicle health. If you own any of these models,or any of their competition not included in this comparison, feel free to share your findings with us in the comments below.

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    sachin
    Jul 28, 2023, 5:41:29 PM

    Why compare only mileage. There are many other things to be compared in the cars before purchase

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      Nov 2, 2022, 12:09:51 PM

      I think it is a interested party for Maruti motivated promotion. This is absurd comparison with a strong hybrid vehicle with a naturally aspirated petrol engine. It is not an apple to apple comparison

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        ashwan
        Oct 28, 2022, 9:46:28 AM

        I own 1.0 lt kushaq...i get 18+ on highway with 80-100 speed . 50:50 highway and city 15.

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