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The load-carrying ability of an engine, measured in Newton-metres (Nm) or pound-foot (lb-ft). More is better.

The number of intake and exhaust valves in each engine cylinder. More valves per cylinder means better engine breathing and better performance but it also adds to cost.

A device that forces more air into an internal combustion engine. More air can burn more fuel and make more power. Turbochargers utilise exhaust gas energy to make more power.

The component containing a set of gears that supply power from the engine to the wheels. It affects speed and fuel efficiency.

A mild hybrid car, also known as a micro hybrid or light hybrid, is a type of internal combustion-engined car that uses a small amount of electric energy for assist.

Specifies which wheels are driven by the engine's power, such as front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, or all-wheel drive. It affects how the car handles and also its capabilities.

The distance from the centre of the left tyre to the centre of the right tyre of a four-wheeler's front wheels. Also known as front track. The relation between the front and rear tread/track numbers decides a cars stability.

Weight of the car without passengers or cargo. Affects performance, fuel efficiency, and suspension behaviour.

The gross weight of a car is the maximum weight that a car can carry which includes the weight of the car itself, the weight of the passengers, and the weight of any cargo that is being carried. Overloading a car is unsafe as it effects handling and could also damage components like the suspension.

The maximum number of people that can legally and comfortably sit in a car.

The total number of doors in the car, including the boot if it's considered a door. It affects access and convenience.

Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience.

A dashboard indicator that alerts the driver when the fuel level is low. Gives a reminder to refill fuel to avoid stalling.

12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators.

Adjustable cushions on the top of the rear seats that provide head support for passengers. They increase the comfort and safety of passengers.

A foldable armrest for the rear passengers, usually in the middle, which also comprises cup holders or other small storage spaces. When not in use, it can be folded back into the seat, so that an additional occupant can be seated.

Storage spaces that are specifically designed to hold cups or beverage cans. Sometimes these can be cooled and heated too.

Storage space located in the rear part of the car's interior. It is designed to securely hold cups or bottles for backseat passengers.

Dedicated AC vents for the rear passengers, usually located between the front seats. Helps cool the rear compartment, while offering passengers the option to control the flow. Some rear AC vents allow for fan speed control.

Additional support for the lower back in the car seats. It is adjustable (manual or powered), allowing users to adjust the level of support according to their preference.

A steering wheel that has many buttons to control various functions of the infotainment system and key car functions like cruise control. This allows the driver to manage these functions without taking their hands off the steering wheel.

An electronic system that automatically maintains the car's speed set by the driver, reducing the need for constant pedal use. Useful feature for long highway drives.

Sensors on the vehicle's exterior that use either ultrasonic or electromagnetic waves bouncing off objects to alert the driver of obstacles while parking.

An in-car system that provides maps and directions. Helps in finding the shortest routes. Also gives an idea about the traffic situation on different routes.

A connected car technology feature to help you locate your car via your smartphone

Rear seats that can be folded down to create additional storage space.

A button that allows starting or stopping the engine without using a traditional key. It enhances convenience.

A compartment in the car for holding bottles. Usually located in car door pockets. More bottle holders means more bottles can be stored at once.

A feature that allows the driver to operate some car functions using voice commands. Make using features easy without distractions.

A port in the car that allows passengers to charge electronic devices like smartphones and tablets via USB cables.

An added convenince feature to rest one's hand on, while also offering features like cupholders or a small storage space.

A tailgate that, in most cases, can be opened automatically by swiping your foot under the rear bumper.

Seats that can remember and electrically adjust to preset positions at the touch of a button. Great feature if you have multiple drivers for one car.

Unlike standard power windows, this one allows you to roll up/down the window fully with a single press of the button.

A car AC is a system that cools down the cabin of a vehicle by circulating cool air. You can select temperature, fan speed and direction of air flow.

A heating function for the cabin. A handy feature in cold climates.

In-built fans in the seat back and base that circulate air on the back/leg of the occupant.

Refers to a driver's seat that can be raised vertically. This is helpful for shorter drivers to find a better driving position.

Seats that can be adjusted electronically. Usually seen in higher end cars.

Headlights that turn on and off automatically based on the time of day or environmental lighting conditions.

It refers to a storage compartment built into the dashboard of a vehicle on the passenger's side. It is used to store vehicle documents, and first aid kit among others.

Refers to a display that shows the current time in a digital (numerical) format.

A meter that keeps track of the total kilometres a vehicle has travelled. This cannot be reset by an owner and serves as a record for tracking service intervals and waranty validity, and also is important when selling the vehicle.

When the dashboard has two colours of trim it's called a dual tone dashboard.

Extra lights at the front of the car that improve visibility in foggy conditions. Useful during low visibility conditions under foggy weather.

Extra lights at the back of the car that make it more visible to other drivers in foggy conditions.

Power-adjustable exterior rear view mirror is a type of outside rear view mirror that can be adjusted electrically by the driver using a switch or buttons.

A vehicle's rear-view mirrors that can open and close at the touch of a button.

Windshield wipers that activate on their own when they detect rain. Removes the need to turn the wipers ON/OFF when the rain starts/stops.

A device that cleans the rear window with the touch of a button. Helps enhance visibility in bad weather.

A heating element in the rear window to remove fog and melt frost from the rear window.

Lightweight wheels made of metals such as aluminium. Available in multiple designs, they enhance the look of a vehicle.

Increases downforce on the rear end of the vehicle. In most cars, however, they're used simply for looks.

A glass panel on the roof of a vehicle, either just over the front seats or extending further backward towards the rear.

An additional turn indicator located on the outside mirror of a vehicle that warns both oncoming and following traffic.

Headlights that provide a stronger, more focused beam of light. Provides better light throw and increases visibility at night.

Cars with this feature will automatically switch on their fog lamps when the steering is turned, to improve visibility at the front corners of the car.

Rails on the top of the car for carrying luggage. Useful if you have less storage inside the car or if you carry a lot of things while travelling.

LED daytime running lights (DRL) are not to be confused with headlights. The intended purpose is to help other road users see your vehicle better while adding to the car's style.

Refers to the use of LED lighting in the main headlamp. LEDs provide a bright white beam, making night driving safer.

Refers to the use of LED lighting in the taillamps.

Refers to the use of LED lighting in the fog lamp. A fog lamp is placed low on the bumper to help illuminate the road and surrounding area, enhancing safety in foggy/rainy conditions.

Car headlamps that automatically turn on in low light conditions and switch off in bright conditions.

The diameter of the car's alloy wheels. Alloy wheels are lighter and better looking than standard wheels, not including tyres.

An inflatable air bag located within the steering wheel that automatically deploys during a collision, to protect the driver from physical injury

An inflatable safety device designed to protect the front passenger in case of a collision. These are located in the dashboard.

A rearview mirror that can be adjusted to reduce glare from headlights behind the vehicle at night.

The outside rear view mirror placed on the passenger side.

Safety belts for passengers sitting in the rear seats of the car.

A warning buzzer that reminds passengers to buckle their seat belts.

A function that alerts the driver when any of the doors are open or not properly closed.

Seats that can be reclined, or adjusted front/back or up/down. The levels of adjustability depends on the car's segment/price.

This feature monitors the pressure inside each tyre, alerting the driver when one or more tyre loses pressure.

A security feature that prevents unauthorized access to the car's engine.

A fuel tank that is placed in the centre of the car instead of the rear

A warning light that indicates potential issues with the car's engine.

A system that adjusts the brake force applied to each wheel to optimize braking performance.

Improves the car's stability by detecting and reducing loss of grip.

A camera at the rear of the car to help with parking safely.

A system that warns the driver when the car exceeds a certain speed limit. Promotes safety by giving alerts.

A secure attachment system to fix child seats directly on the chassis of the car.

These mechanisms tighten up the seatbelts, or reduces their force till a certain threshold, so as to hold the occupants in place during sudden acceleration or braking.

A feature that enables the car to call for emergency services or send an SOS message in case of an accident or crisis.

A feature that notifies the owner if the car moves beyond a predefined geographical area. Useful for security and monitoring of the car.

A system that controls the car's speed when going downhill by applying brakes to prevent overspeeding and improve control.

A feature that helps prevent a car from rolling backward on a hill.

Cameras around the car that give a complete view of the surroundings. Helps in parking and avoiding obstacles while driving.