Hyundai India are gearing up to extend their CNG portfolio and the Venue CNG is likely to be the next CNG offering from the South Korean carmaker. While the Venue CNG has not been spied on our roads yet, it’s cousin from Kia, the Sonet CNG, was recently caught on test. Hence,, we can expect Hyundai to launch the Venue CNG right after the launch of the Kia Sonet CNG.
The Volkswagen Group has been eyeing an entry into F1 racing for some time now. With new engine regulations kicking in from 2026, VW AG is looking forward to joining the motorsport event with its Audi and Porsche brands. Fans can expect to see these 2 German marques in the sport in the new engine era.
Tata Motors are all set to launch the Nexon EV Long Range on May 11. The updated Nexon EV Long Range is likely to feature a bigger battery and features that are in line with the recently updated Nexon range. We expect Tata Motors to offer the Nexon EV Long Range alongside the current Nexon EV.
Toyota have achieved the 2 million cumulative sales milestone in India. Nippon Toyota, a dealer in Trichur, Kerala, delivered the 2 millionth Toyota car, a Glanza, to a customer. Popular Toyota models like the Fortuner and the Innova Crysta have contributed hugely to attaining the milestone. Meanwhile, new products like the Toyota Glanza and Urban Cruiser have garnered the interest of young buyers towards the Toyota brand.
If someone utters the word performance car, we can bet that Maruti Suzuki won’t be the first brand to pop in your mind. While Maruti, India’s largest carmaker, may not be known for high-performance models, they have made attempts at launching sporty cars in the past, such as the Baleno RS.
Volkswagen India are set to announce the prices and variant details of the 2022 Virtus on May 9. Volkswagen unveiled the Virtus on March 8 and also opened the pre-bookings window the same day. The Virtus is set to become the second Volkswagen to be based on the localised MQB-A0 IN platform. The upcoming Virtus will rival the Honda City, Hyundai Verna, Maruti Suzuki Ciaz and Skoda Slavia.
After the launch of the all-electric iX SUV, BMW India have now revealed the i4 all-electric sedan. The BMW i4 will launch on May 26, 2022. BMW India are likely to offer the i4 sedan with two drivetrain options – eDrive 40 and M50.
Hyundai India are preparing to launch the facelift of the popular Venue sub-compact SUV in May 2022. The 2023 Hyundai Venue facelift has been spied on our roads multiple times and we saw a glimpse of the sportier N Line version as well.
Tata Motors have revealed the Avinya all-electric concept SUV. Set to be launched in 2025, the Tata Avinya electric SUV will be based on the carmaker’s Gen 3 pure electric vehicle architecture. The Tata Avinya is the second concept car Tata Motors have revealed within a month; the first being the Tata Curvv. The Tata Avinya is based on the carmaker’s Gen 3 pure electric vehicle architecture. The Tata Curvv, on the other hand, is based on the Gen 2 architecture which supports both electric and ICE powertrain options.
Maruti Suzuki recently launched the updated Ertiga and XL6 within a span of one week. Both the updated Ertiga and XL6 get a new 1.5L normal petrol engine with dual-jet technology and a new 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission. The new powertrain delivers improved fuel efficiency over the older setup.
Honda Cars India are likely to reveal the prices of the 2022 City e:HEV hybrid on May 4. Bookings and test drives for the City Hybrid are currently open at Honda dealerships. The Honda City e:HEV comes with a strong hybrid setup, a first in the segment. Thanks to the efficient powertrain, Honda says the City e:HEV has a claimed fuel efficiency of 26.5kmpl.
Maruti have been testing the new-gen Alto for quite some time now. It is expected to go on sale next year. It will use a completely new platform and have bigger dimensions. It will also pack several new features.
Honda Cars India are gearing up to launch the 2022 City e:HEV hybrid compact sedan in May 2022. Equipped with a small battery pack and two electric motors, the City e:HEV packs a lot of tech under its bonnet. Find out how much the added tech could push the price of the City hybrid over the Honda City petrol variants below.
Mercedes-Benz have taken the wraps off their new T-Class lifestyle MPV. The T-Class extends the German marque’s portfolio to families and active tourers. The T-Class sits below the V-Class and is currently available with a 5-seater configuration only. The 7-seater T-Class, which will feature a longer wheelbase, will follow later.
Mercedes-Benz India have kickstarted the local assembly of the 2022 C-Class at their manufacturing facility in Chakan, Pune. The prices of the 2022 C-Class will be announced on May 10. Mercedes-Benz like to call the new C-Class the ‘Baby S’ as it’s said to boast most of the qualities of the S-Class under a compact footprint. Mercedes-Benz will offer the 2022 C-Class with three powertrain options – C200, C220d and C300d.
After launching the i20 N Line, Hyundai are set to introduce this Venue N Line. The spicier version of the Venue will be based on the upcoming facelift, which according to rumours will launch in May. We expect the Hyundai Venue N Line to launch alongside the standard Venue facelift next month.
Kia India are currently testing the Carens CNG, which has been spied in its top-spec turbo petrol Luxury Plus trim. We have learnt that Kia India will position the Carens CNG as a premium product as an actual alternative to petrol variants without making any compromises in terms of features and creature comforts.
Maruti Suzuki India recently increased the prices of the Celerio by up to Rs. 11,000. After this price revision, the Celerio's ex-showroom prices now start at Rs. 5.25 lakh and tops out at Rs. 7 lakh. The new April 2022 prices are between 0.86% and 1.95% higher than before.
At the media drive of the XL6, we got in touch with the engineers behind the development of the 2022 XL6 to understand various aspects of the updated family mover. When we asked them why the XL6 and Ertiga lack 6 airbags whereas the new Baleno gets 6 airbags in two of its four variants, we got an insightful answer. Read on to know the reason.
Planning to buy the Jeep Meridian? Well, you’ll be happy to note that bookings for the 2022 Jeep Meridian 3-row SUV will begin on May 1. Meanwhile, Jeep is gearing up to launch the Meridian in June 2022. Unlike the Jeep Compass, which is available with petrol and diesel engines, the Meridian will only be offered with a single diesel engine. Jeep have chosen the 2.0L turbo diesel as the engine of choice for the Meridian. That said, this engine will be offered with 2 transmission options — a 6-speed manual (2WD) and a 9-speed torque converter automatic. The latter will be available with 2-wheel-drive and 4-wheel-drive options.
Kia took the wraps off the fifth-gen Sportage for the European markets last year. The new SUV has been designed keeping the needs of the European markets in mind. It incorporates the new-age design of Kia and new N3 architecture. Now, it seems Kia are likely to consider the 2023 Sportage for the Indian market.
Hyundai India have confirmed that the all-electric Ioniq 5 will arrive on our shores later this year. However, Hyundai are yet to reveal the battery and motor specs of the India-bound Ioniq 5. Globally, the Ioniq 5 is offered with two battery pack options with 2-wheel-drive and 4-wheel-drive configurations. It is worth noting that the Ioniq 5 has been crowned the ‘World Car Of The Year’ and wo many other prestigious awards.
Mahindra have been testing the latest generation of the Scorpio on our roads for well over 2 years now. The Mahindra Scorpio, which went on sale in 2002, is currently in its third facelift now. The new Scorpio for 2022 is expected to be based on an all-new platform and feature a revised design and a few tweaks to its engine, transmission and feature list.
Mahindra India recently increased the prices of the XUV300 by up to Rs. 39,834. After this price revision, the XUV300's ex-showroom prices now start at Rs. 8.41 lakh and tops out at Rs. 13.92 lakh. The new April 2022 prices of the XUV300 are upto 3.8% higher than before.
