All-wheel-drive performance cars and SUVs supertest headlines the June 2025 issue of evo India

Celebrating grip over slip in the June 2025 issue of evo India! In a mega all-wheel-drive supertest, we pit seven of the most advanced 4WD cars – from the Lamborghini Revuelto to the Range Rover Sport SV – to explore how technology is reshaping handling dynamics. This theme of cutting-edge performance is echoed in exclusive drives of the incredibly opulent Mercedes-Maybach SL680 Monogram and a preview of the ferociously potent Ferrari 296 Speciale. We also bring you the first drive review of what is essentially a milestone for Indian enthusiasts with the long-awaited arrival of the Volkswagen Golf GTI, tested on home soil at NATRAX.

Beyond the high-octane stratosphere, we bring you first drives of the Kia Carens Clavis and the 2025 Tata Altroz. The vibrant domestic automotive culture is showcased through community features including our very own rooftop tuner festival in Pune and an ambitious supercar run in the Himalayas. The ‘Thrill of Riding’ section is headlined with reviews of the new Suzuki GSX-8R, Suzuki e-Access, TVS iQube ST with the 5.1kWh battery, Brixton’s Crossfire 500 X and XC and we also bring you a deep dive into the working of a supercross race bike.

And finally we bring you an insight into JLR's ‘House of Brands’ strategy with interviews from key executives providing an insight into the brand’s fantastic growth in India. Grab your copy of evo India magazine from evoindia.com/magazine

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4WD Supertest

Seven state-of-the-art 4WD cars – Audi RS3, Bentley Continental GT Speed, BMW M4 CS, Lamborghini Revuelto, Mercedes-AMG GT63, Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS, and Range Rover Sport SV – are put through a track test to explore how modern all-wheel-drive systems are actively shaping dynamics, character and outright performance.

Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 Monogram

Mercedes' iconic grand tourer gets layered with Maybach's opulence. The SL 680 Monogram is a statement piece, covered in over 500 monograms and propelled by the 577bhp V8 AMG motor. Only three are coming to India, and we’ve driven it in Ibiza.

Volkswagen Golf GTI

The iconic hot hatch finally in India and we test it on the high-speed and handling tracks at the NATRAX automotive proving ground stretching the 261bhp 2-litre TSI engine to the limit and pushing the handling envelope of what ranks amongst the world’s best front-wheel-drive cars.

Porsche 911 Carrera T

Against a tide of paddle-shifters, the Carrera T as the only mainstream 911 available with a manual gearbox. This review highlights its engaging and rewarding driving experience, weight-saving measures, and chassis upgrades, positioning it as a purer and more interactive sports car in tune with its ancestry.

Maserati Grecale

Does the Grecale have the right ingredients to be the perfect Maserati for India? It is a sharp looker, gets a luxurious interior, and sporty performance from its 296bhp 2-litre engine. The Grecale is presented as a heart-over-head decision that offers unique thrills and novelty.

Porsche World Road Show

A dream come true moment for Assistant Editor Aatish as he experiences Porsche’s entire lineup, from the Taycan Turbo GT to the 911 GT3 RS, 718 Spyder RS and the new hybrid 911 Carrera 4 GTS at the Buddh International Circuit.

Aston Martin Vantage Roadster

Designed to rival the Porsche 911 and Ferrari Roma, the open-top Vantage retains the coupe's thrilling dynamics and muscular stance while offering an intense wind-in-your-hair experience.

House of Brands

A deep-dive into JLR’s brand positioning and insights into what led to JLR moving into the number 3 spot in luxury car sales in India.

Kia Carens Clavis

The upmarket version of the Carens is designed to push the MPV into a more desirable space with more premium features and a focus on active safety. It features fresh styling, a panoramic sunroof, ADAS, and an upgraded interior with twin 12.3-inch screens, while the powertrain options remain unchanged.

2025 Tata Altroz

India’s only diesel hatchback gets a mid-life facelift bringing sharper styling with new LED headlamps and aerodynamic elements. While the well-sorted chassis remains unchanged as do the engine options with the update focusing on aesthetics and added tech to keep it competitive in the market.

MG Windsor EV Pro

India’s best-selling EV gets a bigger 52.9kWh battery for a range of 449km and a few interior upgrades.

Buying Guide: Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza

A guide to purchasing a first-generation Vitara Brezza, once India's highest-selling SUV. We recommend the 2016-2019 diesel model for its peppy and efficient 1.3-litre engine. The guide provides a checklist for exterior, interior, and mechanical inspections to ensure a smart buy.

Skoda Kylaq vs our favorite driving road

Is the Kylaq the best handling compact SUV in the business? We take it to our favourite driving road, pitting it against all kinds of conditions to find out.

Suzuki GSX-8R

Middleweight supersport machines are a dying breed and are being replaced by naked bikes, ADVs, or sport tourers. The GSX-8R is the latest middleweight supersport from Suzuki and promises to offer a good blend of performance, sporty handling and comfort for the long haul. Can it keep the category live?

Suzuki e-Access

Suzuki’s first electric two-wheeler in India has a big task on its hands. With an LFP battery and modest features and range claims, is the e-Access a hit or a miss?

Brixton Crossfire 500 X and XC

Brixton's debut bikes for India blend European style with Chinese parts and are assembled in Kolhapur in Mahrashtra. While the roadster (X) and scrambler (XC) offer a solid riding experience, their premium price is hard to justify given the build quality and lack of features compared to established rivals.

BB Racing Honda CRF450R

A technical deep-dive into the Indian Supercross Racing League’s All-Stars winning Honda CRF450R from team BB Racing. The piece details the differences between a stock motocross bike and a full-spec Supercross racer, with a focus on suspension, brakes, and engine components required for professional racing.

Summer Tuner Fest

India's first rooftop tuner festival was hosted in Pune, organised by evo India and Tapaswi Racing, and brought together everything from drift-spec Mercs and a drag-spec GT-R to exotic supercars and slammed Hondas, proving the depth, variety, and appetite of the Indian automotive scene.

Himachal Supercar Run

18 sportscars and supercars tackled the Himalayan roads from Chandigarh to Manali and then through the Atal Tunnel to Darcha in the Lahaul valley proving that performance cars can be used in India, and there are great roads to drive them on.

The Joy of Driving

In this new multi-part series we share the fundamentals of becoming a skilled and safe driver. The first part focuses on observation, planning, anticipation, and having the right attitude. It emphasises the core skills essential for making every journey, from the daily commute to a spirited drive, safer and more enjoyable.

Catch all this and a lot more in the June 2025 issue of evo India

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