Upcoming 10 New SUVs Launching in India this Year!
Hyundai Kona EV Image for representational purposes only
We’re officially past the first half of 2024, but interesting bits starts from this 2nd half of 2024 when we’ll experience the launch of 10 New SUVs this year. These 10 SUVs are from brands – Nissan, Tata, Citroen, Hyundai, Mahindra, Jeep, Skoda, and MG Motors. Here’s everything you should know about these SUVs before they officially launch!
Nissan X-Trail
Exterior Design includes brand’s V-Motion Huge Grille, 18 or 19-inches wheels, split headlamp setup, wrap-around LED Tail-lamps, roof spoiler, faux skid plates front and rear.
Interiors include large 12.3-inch floating infotainment and digital cluster, 4-spoke steering wheel, Ambient Light around the cabin, Heads-up Display top of Cluster, panoramic sunroof on top, leather upholstery, and more.
Built on Renault-Nissan CMF-CD Platform.
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Dimensions: 4681 MM Length, 1840 MM Width, 1730 MM Height, 2706 MM Wheelbase, 560 L Boot Space.
Engine Options: 1.5 L 3-Cylinder Turbo Petrol Engine [201 BHP, 350 NM] [CVT Gearbox] [FWD or AWD]
Features: ADAS, Heads-up Display (HUD), 3-zone Climate Control, Bose Sound System, Heated and Ventilated Front Seats, Dual 12.3-inch Displays, 360 Surround View Camera, Drive Modes, Drive Drowsiness Alert, and more.
Expected Launch: Mid July – End of July 2024
Expected Price: Rs. 30 – Rs. 35 L
Rivals: Hyundai Tucson, Toyota Fortuner, VW Tiguan
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: August – September 2024
Rivals: Tata Safari, Mahindra XUV700, MG Hector Plus, Kia Carens
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: August – September 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.
Based on Platform: Tata X1
Dimensions: 4.3 Meters in Length, 2.6 Meters Wheelbase, and 408 L Boot Space.
Powertrain:
1.2 L Turbo Petrol (118.35 BHP, 172 NM) (6 Speed MT, 7 Speed DCT)
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: August 2024
ICE: November – December 2024
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 fully digital cluster, new upholstery for cabin, tweaked centre console, spacious rear seats, panoramic sunroof on top, 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.
New Features: Ventilated Front Seats, Wireless Charging Pad, Level 2 ADAS, 360 Surround View Camera, Electric Parking Brake with Auto Hold, and more.
Expected Pricing: Rs. 15 – Rs. 20 L
Launch: August 15th, 2024
Rivals: Maruti Suzuki Jimny, Force Gurkha 5-Door
Jeep Meridian Facelift
Exterior Design changes will include front and rear bumper changes, front fascia changes, Radar Module on the lower air intake, and new connected tail-lamps.
New Features: Powered Captain Seats (2nd Row), Heated Seats, ADAS Level 2, and more.
Expected Price: Rs. 34 – Rs. 40 L
Expected Launch: September 2024
New Skoda Kodiaq
Exterior changes like tweaked front grille, updated bumpers, new DRLs, new LED Matrix Headlamps, connected tail-lamps, and new alloy wheels.
New interior with 10 or 13-inch free-standing infotainment system, new 10.25-inch digital cockpit cluster, redesigned center console and dashboard, new seat upholstery, new “smart dials” and more.
Built on VW MQB Evo Platform.
Dimensions: Length increased by 59 MM [4758 MM], Boot Space increased to 340 L, and Wheelbase of 2791 MM.
Engine Options: 2.0 L Turbo Petrol, 2.0 L Turbo Diesel, and 1.5 L Turbo Petrol with Plug-in Hybrid and Mild Hybrid Tech.
Features: LED Matrix Headlamps, Heads-up Display (HUD), ADAS, 9 Airbags, Ventilated & Heated Front Seats, 3-zone Climate Control, Park Assist, Driver Drowsiness Alert, Dynamic Chassis Control, and so much more.
Expected Launch: August – September 2024
Expected Price: Rs. 40 – Rs. 50 Lakh
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: October – November 2024
Expected Price: Rs. 38 – Rs. 44 Lakh
Mahindra XUV 3XO EV
Exterior Design will be reminiscent of the ICE version with few notable changes like new 16-inch aero-efficient alloy wheels, closed front grille, and new bumper design – front and rear.
Interiors will be similar to the ICE version.
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: November – December 2024
Rivals: Tata Nexon EV
Mahindra XUV.e8
Exterior design includes big L-shape LED DRLs connected by light bar, sleek headlamps with orange accent surround, connected XUV700-like tail-lamps, 19-inch alloy wheels, dual-tone bumpers, Radar Module on lower air intake for ADAS, etc.
Interiors include Triple 12.3-inch Displays, captain seats (2nd row), new leather upholstery, XUV700-like layout, ambient light for cabin, tumble seats (2nd row), touch-based panel for HVAC Controls, new steering wheel with logo illumination, and more.
Based on XUV700, while the platform it’s built on is INGLO EV.
Features: Ventilated Seats, Powered Front Seats, 3-zone climate control, Level 2 ADAS, 360 Camera, Powered Tailgate, Hill Descent Control, Heated Seats, and more.
Expected Pricing: Rs. 30 – Rs. 35 L
Expected Launch: December 2024
Rivals: Tata Harrier EV
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