MotorOctane Awards 2019 Announced

Finally it is here. MotorOctane has announced its winners for 2019. These are a list of cars and bikes that you should consider buying. These are the awards for the serious car and bike buyers. We share all the details. Which one should you buy and why? We have always been answering that. Today, it is about the best of the lot. All those new cars and bikes that are launched in 2018, have been covered in these awards.

Two-Wheelers:

Best Electric 2W 2019: Ather 450

Being an all new electric scooter company, they have done well for themselves. This electric scooter company is backed by Hero MotoCorp and even Sachin Bansal. With the launch beginning only from Bengaluru, the company has a good start so far.

Best Indian Scooter 2019: TVS NTorq

TVS was aggressive with its product launches for the last couple of years and this new scooter has won many hearts. Performance, torque, features and even handling of this scooter make it absolutely lovable.

Best Commuter Bike 2019: TVS Radeon

Another star product from the Indian two-wheeler maker. The company is looking at adding multiple new products and the Radeon is a good attempt from them. This will turn around the market for the company.

Best Youth Bike 2019: Honda X Blade

Another star product from the company. This is an astonishing product from the company, with a butter-smooth engine. Not a big jump from the Hornet, but the offering is good and the addition of ABS makes it a complete package too.

Best Mid-Size Motorcycle 2019: Suzuki GSX-S 750

Suzuki has delivered a stunning product, the GSX-S 750. This isn’t just a quick motorcycle, but even an exciting offering. The GSX-S 750 is a four-cylinder bike that is so nimble and quick.

Best Aspirational Motorcycle 2019: Truimph Tiger 1200 XCx

After the success of the 800cc version, it is now time for the 1200cc version. Triumph has pulled out another winner from under its sleeve. A great motorcycle for those who love adventure.

Best Indian Motorcycle 2019: Royal Enfield Interceptor

Royal Enfield got an all new product after 2 years, but what a machine it is. No vibrations, great performer – this is a clear no-brainer winner.

Four-wheelers:

Best Entry-level Car 2019: Hyundai Santro

An excellent all-rounder product. Good in driving, performance, mileage, space and quality. Hyundai deserves to win in this segment without any second thoughts.

Best Affordable Car 2019: Honda Amaze

A winner since its launch. Honda has upped the game in this segment. The company was always looking at offering exciting products in the Indian market and this new-generation is a great example.

Best Entry-level Premium 2019: Maruti Suzuki Ertiga

The new-generation Ertiga isn’t just spacious but an exciting offering with a new petrol engine as well. Maruti has shown how an MUV is in demand, when you offer the right product.

Best Premium Vehicle 2019: Mahindra Alturas G4

The Rexton didn’t go that well, but the Alturas is. This is a fantastic product that has been turning around heads of multiple buyers. Those who have been thinking of only Fortuners, Endeavours are already liking this new SUV.

Best Luxury Vehicle 2019: LR Range Rover Velar

Most styling looking SUV – something that wasn’t expected. LR changed the thought that Evoque isn’t its best-looking vehicle, but it is now the Velar.

Best Aspirational Vehicle 2019: Mercedes-AMG G 63

Style. substance. The lesser we speak, the better it is about the new-generation of this legendary SUV.

Best Upgrade 2019: Ford Aspire

The Aspire has got an update. It is bang-on. It doesn’t need anything more than this at the moment. All the features, space and power. The new petrol engine is a gem indeed.

Best Enthusiast’s Car 2019: Tata Tiago JTP

JTP deserves all the applause. This is a courageous step. Not everyone is thinking of performance. And not at least at this price point. It does deserve a mention.

Best Indian Car 2019: Mahindra Marazzo

An excellent offering. Not just in design, but even space, ride quality and comfort. What is needed from a product like this, is delivered. Mahindra is changing its image so rapidly.