Here’s a professional and easy-to-understand summary of the upcoming SUV launches this festive season from Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Mahindra, and Tata:
- Overview: The Victoris is Maruti Suzuki’s new midsize SUV. It will be sold through Arena dealerships and will offer both mild-hybrid and strong-hybrid petrol engine options.
- Price: Expected between ₹10 lakh and ₹18 lakh (ex-showroom).
- Key Features:
- Large touchscreen and fully digital instrument cluster
- Six airbags, panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats
- Powered driver seat, and more
- Competition: It will compete with the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Toyota Hyryder, VW Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, and Honda Elevate.
2. New Hyundai Venue
- Overview: The third-generation Hyundai Venue is set for a complete redesign. It will get a refreshed look and improved features to make it more premium.
- Key Updates:
- New styling, with design cues from Hyundai’s larger SUVs
- Panoramic sunroof and Level 2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System)
- Enhanced interior with upmarket materials
- Engine Options: The Venue will continue with its current engines – a 1.2L naturally aspirated petrol, a 1.0L turbo petrol, and a 1.5L turbo diesel.
3. Mahindra Thar Facelift (3-Door Version)
- Overview: The Mahindra Thar facelift will get a new design, taking inspiration from the popular Thar Roxx version. It retains the ladder-frame construction and is expected to get new tech and features.
- Key Features: It will likely borrow technology from the larger five-door Thar.
- Engine Options: The SUV will continue with its tried-and-tested engines – a 1.5L diesel, 2.0L petrol, and 2.2L diesel.
4. Tata Punch Facelift
- Overview: Tata’s popular Punch micro SUV will soon receive a facelift. The exterior will be updated with design elements from the Punch EV.
- Interior Updates: The cabin will also get new features and improvements, making the Punch even more appealing in the micro SUV segment.
These SUVs are set to add excitement to the market this festive season, offering a blend of new designs, advanced features, and competitive pricing.
