Hyundai and Kia have been producing some incredible cars that other brands are having a hard time to keep up. This year, the two Korean brands are set to launch 3 SUVs in India with big features, and upgrades over its previous iteration while also introducing a new model. Let’s delve into the article for comprehensive details!
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.
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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]
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: June 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 EV9
Exterior Design includes thin LED light bar, Y-design mini-LEDs, Gloss black finish lower air intake, ORVMs, and roof rails. Dual-tone bumpers front and rear, new 21-inch alloy wheels, unique LED Tail-lamps with flat curv-ish tailgate, roof spoiler, and more.
Interiors include dual 12.3-inch seamless-integrated displays, three-rows with dual-tone leather seat upholstery, Lounge Seats in 1st and 2nd Row with Heated and Ventilated Function and power extendable headrests, power tailgate, extendable 2nd row centre console with multiple USB Charging port, Meridian Sound System, and more.
Built on the E-GMP Platform.
Dimensions: 5010 – 5015 MM Length, 1980 MM Width, 1755 – 1780 MM Height, 3100 MM Wheelbase.
Battery Specs:
76.1 kWh RWD (214.5 BHP, 350 NM) (0 – 100 KMPH in. 8.2 Seconds at 185 KMPH top speed)
99.8 kWh RWD (201 BHP, 350 NM) (0 – 100 KMPH in. 9.4 Seconds at 185 KMPH top speed)
99.8 kWh AWD (380 BHP, 600 NM) (0 – 100 KMPH in. 5.3 Seconds at 200 KMPH top speed)
Range: 541 KMs
Features: 1st and 2nd row Ventilated and Heated Seats, Dual Sunroof, Level 3 ADAS, 14 Speaker Meridian Sound System, Heads-up Display (HUD), 3-Zone Climate Control, Swivel Seats – 2nd Row, and more.
Expected Pricing: Rs. 1 Crore
Expected Launch: Late 2024
Rivals: BMW iX
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