The coming months will be exciting for car enthusiasts due to a host of car launches/debuts. Kia, Tata Motors, and numerous other major carmakers are anticipated to introduce their vehicles in our market. Tata Motors, in particular, will launch the much-anticipated Tata Harrier and the Safari SUVs this month, featuring several upgrades over their previous versions. Other anticipated vehicles, such as the Punch EV, the Creta Facelift, and others, are projected to come by the end of this year or early next year, despite being seen on our roads multiple times. With so many car launches on the horizon, we've compiled a list of the top five anticipated cars in India. Let's take a look at these vehicles to learn more about them.
2023 Tata Harrier/Safari
The homegrown automaker recently disclosed that the Harrier and the Safari Facelifts will go on sale in our market on October 17. The updated versions of these Tata cars boast many changes, inside and out, along with fresh amenities. However, on a mechanical level, both the SUVs are the same and continue to employ the same 2.0-litre Kryotec diesel motor that produces 168bhp of maximum power and 350Nm of peak torque. In terms of price, the upcoming Harrier and the Safari models are expected to ask for a higher premium over their outgoing versions.
Kia Sonet Facelift
The Kia Sonet is heading towards a facelift for India. The car is likely to feature significant enhancements following the generational change, as evidenced by its numerous test mules. It will likely have a fully digital instrument cluster, ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) technologies and a 360-degree camera. As far as the powertrain is concerned, the car will not go under any modification, and continue to offer the 83bhp 1.2-litre normally aspirated petrol, 120bhp 1.0-litre turbo petrol, and 115bhp 1.5-litre turbo diesel as options. There is no official update from Kia, but industry reports suggest that the facelift version of the Sonet may arrive sometime soon in India.
Tata Punch EV
The Tata Punch EV has been seen multiple times on Indian streets undergoing road testing, suggesting that its launch is near. Although no official confirmation has been made, the electrified Punch is expected to enter our market before the end of this year. According to the previous leaked pictures, the Punch EV will have a front-mounted charging outlet built into the bumper. In terms of features, the upcoming Punch will reportedly have a 10.25-inch touchscreen entertainment system with wireless compatibility for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a new alloy wheel design, a refreshed two-spoke steering wheel, and more. The revised ALFA platform, a permanent synchronous motor, and a liquid-cooled battery will all be a part of the upcoming electric Punch.
New-gen Maruti Suzuki Swift
Maruti Suzuki hasn't officially announced anything, but rumours are circulating in the Indian automotive market that a new-generation Swift is in the works. According to market reports, the new Swift will arrive in India in early 2024 with a slew of design and feature upgrades. The Maruti Suzuki Dzire, like its hatchback sibling, is also slated to get a facelift. Both versions are anticipated to be powered by a 1.2-litre 3-cylinder petrol engine with Toyota's Atkinson cycle technology. More specifics are likely to emerge closer to the launch, which is likely to take place next year.
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Hyundai Creta Facelift
The Hyundai Creta in an all-new guise is likely to arrive in India early next year. As shown in the previous spy images, the forthcoming SUV will have a revamped rear bumper, wheel design, and taillamp, among other enhancements. There is currently no official announcement, but market reports hint that the carmaker may add more technologies to the SUV, such as a 360-degree camera and ADAS. Mechanically, the new Creta SUV is anticipated to retain the same engine lineup. However, a new 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine with a six-speed manual transmission or a seven-speed DCT gearbox could be on offer.
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