India will soon see the launch of 4 New 7-Seater SUVs which promises not only a performance upgrade, but also new features possibly first-in segment types, new design and styling language, and maybe new engine options. In this article, we’ve listed all the details about what we’ve known so far about these SUVs!
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: September – October 2024
Rivals: Tata Safari, Mahindra XUV700, MG Hector Plus, Kia Carens
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
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara-based 7 Seater SUV
Exterior design will have close resemblance with the Grand Vitara like tweaked front and rear profile.
Interior design will look identical to other Maruti models such as Grand Vitara, Brezza, Fronx, 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 TECT 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]
Boasts New Features Such as Level 2 ADAS, Powered Front Seats, Electric Parking Brake with Auto Hold, Powered Tailgate, and Dual-zone Climate Control.
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).
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.
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