This year in India we’ll see the launch of 10 New Cars from brands – Tata, Mahindra, Hyundai, Citroen, and Nissan. In this article, we’ll explore all the exciting details about these 10 cars that are poised to make a big impact on the Indian market.
Tata Nexon CNG
Exterior design will see no changes except for iCNG badging on the tailgate and the front fender.
Interior design will also see no changes except the instrument cluster will see iCNG fuel gauge; and the dual 30 Litre CNG Cylinder in the boot where spare tyre was kept.
Engine Options: 1.2 L Turbo Petrol + CNG (6 Speed MT / AMT)
Expected Pricing: Rs. 9 – Rs. 13.50 Lakh
Expected Launch: Late May 2024
Rivals: Maruti Brezza, and Fronx
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Tata Altroz Racer
Exterior design changes include connected tail-lamps at rear, multi-spoke alloy wheel design; and chequered flag pattern on the bonnet which is finished in black.
Interior design changes include new 10.25-inch infotainment system, and 7-inch digital instrument cluster, black upholstery for the cabin with exterior paint matching stitching and highlights; ambient lights, etc.
Engine Options: 1.2 L 3 Cylinder i-Turbo Petrol (118 BHP, 172 NM) (6 Speed MT, 7 Speed DCT Gearbox)
New Features: Ventilated Seats, 360 Surround View Camera, Front Parking Sensors, Digital Cluster, 10.25-inch Infotainment System with Wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto, and more.
Expected Pricing: Rs. 10 – Rs. 13 Lakh
Expected Launch: June 2024
Rivals: Hyundai i20 N-Line
Mahindra Thar 5 Door
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.
2.0 L 4 Cylinder Turbo Petrol (130 BHP, 300 – 320 NM) (6 Speed MT / AT)
New Features: ADAS, Ventilated Front Seats, Dual 10.25-inch Displays, Sunroof, 360 Camera, Hill Descent Control, 19-inch wheels
Expected Pricing: Rs. 15 – Rs. 20 L
Launch: August 15th, 2024
Rivals: Maruti Suzuki Jimny, Force Gurkha 5-Door
Mahindra XUV 3XO EV
Exterior Design will be identical to the ICE version with few notable changes like new 16-inch alloy wheels, tweaked front fascia, and new bumper design – front and rear.
Interiors will resemble the ICE version with additional equipments like the Electric Parking Brake with Auto Hold, new cabin theme, and dual-tone theme for dashboard.
Based on the INGLO EV platform.
Dimensions will be more or less the same as the ICE Version.
Battery Specs: 30 – 40 kWh; Range: 350 – 400 KMs
Features: Dual-Zone Climate Control, Panoramic Sunroof, Ambient Light, Wireless Charging Pad, Level 2 ADAS, and more.
Expected Price: Rs. 10 – Rs. 15 Lakh
Expected Launch: Second Half of 2024
Rivals: Tata Nexon EV
Citroen Basalt
Exterior Design bears close resemblance to C3 Aircross like the identical front fascia with slight different finish. Coupe Roofline, new tail-lamps, dual-tone black & silver bumper, new alloy wheels with gun-metal finish.
Interiors wasn’t revealed; but it’ll largely stay similar to the C3 Aircross.
Built on the CMP Platform.
Dimensions will be close to same as the C3 Aircross.
Engine Options: 1.2 L 3 Cylinder Turbo Petrol (108.62 BHP, 190 NM) (6 Speed MT / AT)
Features: 10.25-inch Infotainment, Automatic Climate Control, Projector Headlamps, Wireless Charging, Cruise Control, Electric Folding ORVMs, Digital Cluster, etc.
Expected Pricing: Rs. 10 – Rs. 13 Lakh
Expected Launch: Second Half of 2024
Rivals: Citroen C3 Aircross, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Upcoming Tata Curvv, and more.
Tata Curvv
Exterior Design includes front closed grille (for EV only) and grille with chrome inserts (for ICE version) with LED DRLs covering the front bonnet lip, new 18-inch alloy wheels, connected taillamps, coupe roofline and dual-tone bumpers.
Interior includes 12.3-inch infotainment system, 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Cluster, 4-spoke steering wheel, panoramic sunroof on top, ambient lights for cabin, and touch-sensitive panel for HVAC Control.
EV Platform: Acti.ev; & ICE Platform: Tata X1
Dimensions: 4.3 Meters in Length, 2.6 Meters Wheelbase, and 408 L Boot Space.
Features: Front Ventilated Seats, Heads-up Display (HUD), 12.3-inch Infotainment System, Powered Seats, Level 2 ADAS, 360 Camera, and more.
Expected Pricing: Rs. 20 – Rs. 25 L
Expected Launch:
EV – September 2024
ICE – November – December 2024
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Nissan Magnite Facelift
Exterior Design Changes includes new multi-spoke alloy wheels, new LED Tail-lamps, shark fin antenna on top replacing micro-roof antenna, and front profile may include closed Curve-ish V-shape Grille while cube-shape fog lamps on the ends of bumper.
Interiors changes include new upholstery, big infotainment system, Digital Instrument Cluster, dual-tone options for the dashboard, tweaked centre console, and more.
Built on CMF-A+ Platform.
Dimensions will most likely remain the same as before.
Engine Options:
1.0 L Turbo Petrol (71.01 BHP, 96 NM) (5 Speed MT / AMT)
1.0 L Turbo Petrol (99 BHP, 160 NM) (5 Speed MT, CVT )
New Features: Ventilated Seats, Auto-Dimming IRVM, Sunroof, and more.
Expected Price: Rs. 6.50 – Rs. 11.50 Lakh
Expected Launch: Late 2024
Tata Harrier EV
Exterior design closely matches the ICE version except the front grille design will be body panel with horizontal linings; slightly different air intake design; and EV badging on the front fender and tailgate..
Interior design will resemble the ICE version.
Based on Acti.ev platform.
Battery Specs: 50 – 60 kWh battery pack; 500 – 550 KMs Range; FWD or AWD Drive-type; 4-Wheel-Drive for off-roading.
Features: 360 Camera, Level 2 ADAS, Ventilated Seats, 12.3-inch Infotainment System, 10.25-inch Digital Cockpit Cluster, Powered Tailgate, Powered Front Seats, and more.
Expected Pricing: Rs. 25 – Rs. 30 Lakh
Expected Launch: October – November 2024
Rivals: Upcoming Mahindra XUV.e8
Mahindra XUV.e8
Exterior design includes connected L-shape LED DRLs, sleek headlamps, connected tail-lamps, 18-inch alloy wheels, dual-tone bumpers, Radar Module on lower air intake, etc.
Interiors include 3 Displays, captain seats (2nd row), new upholstery, new dashboard layout, ambient lights, tumble seats (2nd row), and more.
Based on XUV700, while the platform it’s built on is INGLO EV.
Features: Ventilated Seats, Powered Front Seats, Level 2 ADAS, 360 Camera, Powered Tailgate, Hill Descent Control, and more.
Expected Pricing: Rs. 30 – Rs. 35 L
Expected Launch: December 2024
Rivals: Tata Harrier EV
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: September – October 2024
Rivals: Tata Safari, Mahindra XUV700, MG Hector Plus, Kia Carens
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