This Year we’ll see the launch of 6 New SUVs with some big launches that could revolutionize the Indian Market with the insane amount of features they’re bringing. Let’s provide you with comprehensive details about these SUVs which may help you make decision as per your preference.
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]
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
Tata Curvv
Exterior Design includes front grille with chrome inserts with LED DRLs covering the front bonnet lip, new 18-inch alloy wheels, connected taillamps, coupe roofline, smart door handles and more.
Interior includes 12.3-inch infotainment system, 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Cluster, 4-spoke steering wheel, leather upholstery for cabin, panoramic sunroof on top, ambient lights for cabin, and more.
Based on Tata X1 Platform.
Dimensions: 4.3 Meters in Length, 2.6 Meters Wheelbase, and 408 L Boot Space.
Engine Specs:
1.2 L Turbo Petrol (123.29 BHP, 225 NM) (6 Speed MT, 7 Speed DCT)
Features: Front Ventilated Seats, Heads-up Display (HUD), 12.3-inch Infotainment System, Powered Driver Seat, Level 2 ADAS, 360 Camera, and more.
Expected Pricing: Rs. 11 – Rs. 20 L
Expected Launch: July – August 2024
Rivals: Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara, Toyota Hyryder, MG Astor, VW Taigun, Honda Elevate
New Mahindra Thar Armada
Exterior Design changes over 3-Door version includes tweaked H-pattern grille, new LED Headlamps, DRLs, Tail-lamps, new alloy wheels, non convertible, new bumpers.
Interior Design includes new 10.25-inch infotainment, new upholstery for cabin, tweaked centre console, spacious rear seats, and more space for boot.
Based on Body-on-Frame (Zen3) Platform
Dimensions will be close to 4.3 M in length with a 2.6 M Wheelbase.
Rivals: Maruti Suzuki Jimny, Upcoming Mahindra Thar Armada
MG Gloster Facelift
Exterior to undergo major changes like new blocks-like front grille, updated bumpers, new DRLs, Head-lamps, connected tail-lamps, and new alloy wheels.
Interior will be updated with new rectangle-shape infotainment system, new instrument cluster, redesigned center console and dashboard, new seat upholstery, and more.
Dimensions: Length increased by 229 MM [5214 MM], width by 90 MM [2016 MM], and Height by 9 MM [1867 MM]. Wheelbase remains the same.
Engine Options 2.2 L Twin-Turbo Petrol and 2.2 L Turbo Engine [8 Speed AT]
New Features: Upgraded Level 2 ADAS, Ventilated and Heated Seats for Co-Passenger, and 2nd Row; and more.
Expected Launch: Mid 2024
Expected Price: Rs. 38 – Rs. 44 Lakh
Kia Clavis SUV
Exterior Design takes inspiration from Soul SUV and other electric SUV line-ups like vertical LED DRLs from EV5, tail-lamps from EV9, and some other elements as well.
Interior Design will likely a blend between Sonet and the Seltos like free-standing 10.25-inch infotainment, digital instrument cluster from Seltos, HVAC control panel from Seltos, etc. and more.
Dimensions will be just above 4 Meters in length with a likely 2.6 Meters wheelbase.
Engine Options:
1.2 L 4 Cylinder Petrol (81.8 BHP, 113.8 NM) (6 Speed MT, 7 Speed IVT)
1.0 L 3 Cylinder Turbo Petrol (118.41 BHP, 172 NM) (6 Speed MT, 7 Speed DCT)