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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.

Bore is the diameter of the cylinder, and stroke is the distance that the piston travels from the top of the cylinder to the bottom. Multiplying these two figures gives you the cubic capacity (cc) of an engine.

The amount of pressure that an engine can generate in its cylinders before combustion. More compression = 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.

Specifies the type of braking system used on the front wheels of the car, like disc or drum brakes. The type of brakes determines the stopping power.

Specifies the type of braking system used on the rear wheels, like disc or drum brakes, affecting the car's stopping power.

The dimensions of the car's tyres indicating their width, height, and diameter. Important for grip and performance.

Tells you the kind of tyres fitted to the car, such as all-season, summer, or winter. It affects grip and performance in different conditions.

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

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.

A mirror, usually located behind the passenger sun shade, used to check one's appearance. More expensive cars will have these on the driver's side and some cars even have this feature for rear seat passengers too.

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.

A type of seat belt on which the height can be adjusted, to help improve comfort.

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

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.

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

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

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.

Allows the driver to adjust the position of the steering wheel to their liking. This can be done in two ways: Tilt and/or Reach

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

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.

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.

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 small nozzle that sprays water to clean the rear windshield. Helps in better cleaning of the rear windshield and improves rear visibility.

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.

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

A shiny silver finish on the grille of a vehicle.

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

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.

The dimensions of the car's tyres indicating their width, height, and diameter. Important for grip and performance.

Tells you the kind of tyres fitted to the car, such as all-season, summer, or winter. It affects grip and performance in different conditions.

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

Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally.

An alarm system that sounds when anyone tries to access the car forcibly or break into it.

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.

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

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

Sensors that detect a car crash and activate safety features like airbags and automatic emergency calls.

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.

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

Windows that stop closing if they sense an obstruction (usually the hands of occupants), preventing injuries.

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 helps prevent a car from rolling backward on a hill.