
Soon, we’re going to see the launch of 6 New 7-Seater Cars that promises to change the game in their respective segment by introducing crazy new features, and luxurious feel to the cabin along with great space and comfort. Here’s everything you need to know!
Jeep Meridian Facelift
- Exterior Design changes will include front and rear bumper changes, Radar Module on the lower air intake, and tweaked connected tail-lamps.
- Interiors will more or less look the same except it may get new upholstery for the cabin, and sliding 2nd row seats.
- Dimensions will be more or less the same.
- Engine Options: 2.0 L Diesel (172 BHP, 350 NM) (6 Speed MT, 9 Speed AT)
- New Features: Powered Captain Seats (2nd Row), Heated Seats, ADAS Level 2, and more.
- Expected Price: Rs. 34 – Rs. 40
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- Expected Launch: September – October 2024
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Hyundai Alcazar Facelift
- Exterior Design changes include new front fascia similar to new Creta, new alloy wheels, headlamps, connected tail-lamps inspired from Palisade, and updated bumpers.
- Interior will closely resemble the new Creta while also having Palisade-inspired elements.
- Based on Hyundai-Kia K2 Platform.
- Dimensions will see slight increase in Length, Width, and Height.
- Engine Options:
- 1.5 L 4 Cylinder Turbo Petrol Engine (157.57 BHP, 253 NM) [6 Speed MT, 7 Speed DCT]
- 1.5 L 4 Cylinder Diesel Engine (113.98 BHP, 250 NM) [6 Speed MT / AT]
- Features: New Co-Passenger Powered Seats, Dual-Zone Climate Control, Powered Tailgate, Level 2 ADAS with 19 Features.
- Expected Price: Rs. 17 – Rs. 22 Lakh
- Expected Launch: September 2024
- Rivals: Tata Safari, Mahindra XUV700, MG Hector Plus, Kia Carens
Kia Carnival Facelift
- Exterior Design changes new “Tiger” front grille with chrome inserts and surrounds, dual-function big LED DRLs placed within the vertically-positioned LED headlamps, skid plates at front and rear, new 19-inch and 20-inch alloy wheel options, functional roof rails on top, rear gets new connected tail-lamps, huge rear windshield, roof spoiler, and flat tail-gate.
- Interior features seamless integrated dual 12.3-inch displays, new dual-tone upholstery for the cabin, sunshades for all rows, new redesigned centre console like round dial for drive shift, next to 2 cupholders, buttons behind it for ventilated, and other functions, wireless charging pad in front of drive shift, flight seats in second-row, captain seats option for third row, and bench seats in 4th row.
- Built on Hyundai-Kia N3 Platform
- Dimensions will be more or less the same.
- Engine Options:
- 2.2 L Diesel (197.2. BHP, 440 NM) (8 Speed AT)
- 1.6 L Turbo Petrol Hybrid (177.5 BHP, 264.7 NM – Petrol; 72.41 BHP, 304 NM – Hybrid) (6 Speed AT)
- Features: 8 Airbags, Heated and Ventilated Seats, Level 2 ADAS, Heads-up Display, Dual Sunroof, E-ride, E-Handling, Dynamic Torque Vectoring, KRELL Premium Sound System, and so much more.
- Expected Price: Rs. 30 – Rs. 45 L
- Expected Launch: Second Half of 2024
Kia Carens Facelift
- Exterior Design changes include Kia EV5-inspired design like C-shaped LED DRLs and Tail-lamps, both connected by a light bar, new front fascia, radar module on lower air intake grille and camera module on top windshield, new bumpers, new design for 18-inch wheels, etc.
- Interior changes may include new dual free-standing 10.25-inch displays – similar to Seltos, new theme for the dashboard, new upholstery options for the cabin, panoramic sunroof on top, redesigned centre console, and more.
- Dimensions will be more or less the same.
- Engine Specs:
- 1.5 L Turbo Petrol Engine (158 BHP, 253 NM) (6 Speed MT, 7 Speed DCT)
- 1.5 L Diesel Engine (114 BHP, 250 NM) (6 Speed MT / IMT / AT)
- New Features: 360 Surround View Camera, Powered Front Seat, Sequential Indicators, One touch up/down for all windows, Dual-Zone Climate Control, Level 2 ADAS and more.
- Expected Pricing: Rs. 11 – Rs. 20 L
- Expected Launch: Late 2024
- Rivals: Maruti Suzuki XL6, Hyundai Alcazar, MG Hector Plus, Mahindra XUV700 (7-Seater)
New-Gen Toyota Fortuner
- Exterior will see new Front Fascia, new Headlamps, DRLs, & connected Tail-Lamps; new sets of alloy wheels, and updated new bumpers.
- Interiors will undergo major changes like redesigned dashboard to accommodate new 10.25-inch infotainment, new 4-spoke steering wheel, new digital instrument cluster, seat upholstery, and captain seats.
- Based on Toyota’s TNGA-C Platform.
- Dimensions of the New Fortuner will increase by few Millimetres (MM’s).
- Engine Options:
- 2.8 L 4 Cylinder Diesel Mild-Hybrid Engine (201 BHP / 500 NM) [6 Speed MT / AT]
- 2.7 L 4 Cylinder Petrol Mild-Hybrid Engine (165 BHP / 280 NM) [6 Speed MT / AT]
- Features: Level 2 ADAS, Powered Tailgate, Ventilated Seats, 360 Surround View Camera, Hill Descent Control, Ottoman Seats, and so much more.
- Expected Price: Rs. 35 – Rs. 53 Lakh
- Expected Launch: 2025
- Rivals: Upcoming MG Gloster Facelift, Updated Jeep Meridian, Upcoming New Skoda Kodiaq and Ford Endeavour.
Toyota Hyryder-based 7 Seater SUV
- Exterior design will have close resemblance with the UC Hyryder like tweaked front and rear profile.
- Interior design will look identical to other models such as UC Hyryder, Glanza, etc.
- Likely to receive new 10.25-inch Infotainment System and 10.25-inch Instrument Cluster.
- Will be based on Global C Platform, also known as the Suzuki HEARTECT platform.
- Dimensions will be close to 4.6 Meters in Length while sporting a 2.7 Meters Wheelbase.
- Engine Options:
- 2.0 L 4 Cylinder Turbo Petrol Engine (172.99 BHP, 209 NM) [6 Speed MT / AT Gearbox]
- 2.0 L 4 Cylinder Petrol Hybrid Engine (183.72 BHP, 206 NM) [eCVT Gearbox]
- Will Boast New Features Such as Level 2 ADAS, Powered Front Seats, Electric Parking Brake with Auto Hold, Powered Tailgate, and Dual-zone Climate Control.
- Expected Price: Rs. 15 – Rs. 22 Lakh
- Expected Launch: 2025
- Rivals: Mahindra XUV700, MG Hector Plus, Tata Safari, Hyundai Alcazar
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