This new cars boasts updated exterior, and interiors along with improvement in performance and more features to offer.

Later this month, three new cars are set to launch from Volkswagen, Skoda, and Kia. These upcoming models bring a strong mix of features, spacious cabins, and most importantly, impressive performance. Here’s a quick look at what each of these new cars has to offer –

VW Tiguan R Line

Launch: April 14th, 2025

The Volkswagen Tiguan R Line, set to launch on April 14th, and will be India’s most expensive VW SUV. It’s 30mm longer than the current model and gets a sportier design with new LED light strips, 19-inch alloys, and R Line-specific styling. Inside, it features a 12.9-inch MIB4 infotainment system, a 10.3-inch digital cluster, sports seats, tri-zone ambient lighting, and the ability to park itself. Powered by a 2.0 L turbo-petrol engine (201 bhp, 320Nm) with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic and AWD, it does 0-100kph in 7.1s with a 229 kph top speed. As a CBU, expect a price around Rs. 50 lakh.

New Kia MPV

Expected Launch: ICE: April 2025, EV: June 2025

Kia has been testing the an MPV in India, revealing some design details despite the camouflage. This new MPV features alloy wheels similar to the upcoming Kia EV5, with a 5-spoke design for both the EV and ICE versions. The front has L-shaped LED DRLs, a thin LED light bar, and LED projectors, while the rear includes C-shaped connected LED tail-lamps and revised bumpers.

Interior features are expected to resemble the Seltos, including a 10.25-inch infotainment system, a 10.25-inch digital cluster, updated controls, and an electric parking brake. Both the EV and ICE versions are likely to offer 6 and 7-seater options, a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control, and new upholstery.

• Battery Specs: EV: 45-50 kWh battery pack, 450-500 km Range [Expected]
• Engine Specs [ICE]:
  • 1.5 L Diesel – 114 BHP, 250 NM – 6 Speed MT / IMT / AT
  • 1.5 L Turbo Petrol – 158 BHP, 253 NM – 6 Speed MT, 7 Speed DCT

Kia India has revealed that the Carens will feature a fresh name with a new suffix to distinguish it from the current model and will sell alongside. Kia will launch this new model in ICE in April 2025, while the EV version sometime in June 2025.

New-Gen Skoda Kodiaq

Launch: April 17th, 2025

The new Skoda Kodiaq evolves its design with a familiar grille, sleeker LED headlights, and a redesigned bumper featuring a honeycomb mesh and aggressive air intakes. It now sports 20-inch alloy wheels, a tapered roofline, rounded wheel arches with black cladding, and sleeker C-shaped connected tail lights. Inside, the Kodiaq boasts a revamped cabin with a layered dashboard made of sustainable materials. It features a larger 13-inch touchscreen, physical controls, and a relocated gear stalk behind the steering wheel for added console space, maintaining a modern yet premium feel. The Kodiaq is powered by the 2.0 L Turbocharged Petrol engine delivering 198 BHP and 320 NM Torque paired to 7 Speed DCT Transmission. Skoda aims to locally assemble the knocked-down parts with launch to take place on April 17th, 2025.