Hyundai has launched the Bayon in India at an introductory price of Rs. 10 lakhs (ex-showroom), positioning it below the Creta in the mid-size SUV segment. Deliveries have commenced, with the new SUV being manufactured at Hyundai’s Chennai facility in both right-hand-drive and left-hand-drive configurations for domestic sales and exports. The Bayon brings a new…
Jeep India has introduced a new automatic variant of the Compass Sport, priced at Rs. 21.99 lakhs (ex-showroom). The Compass Sport 9AT pairs the entry-level trim with a nine-speed automatic gearbox, making it the most affordable automatic version of the SUV offered by the company in India. The new variant retains the familiar 2.0-litre turbo-diesel…
Citroen is reportedly considering India as a manufacturing base for its upcoming 2CV electric hatchback, which is expected to enter production in 2028. The model could be sold in India and exported to Europe. The carmaker has not officially confirmed the production location. The 2CV concept was showcased at the 2026 Paris Motor Show earlier…
Toyota Kirloskar Motor is exploring the possibility of introducing hybrid technology in smaller car segments in India, although any product plans will depend on customer demand and market feedback. The company has not announced a launch timeline but believes its experience with hybrid vehicles could help expand the technology to a wider customer base. Kie…
Toyota is set to unveil its updated Fortuner globally on December 1, 2026, with an India launch expected in 2027. The debut date has been reported by Car Mag, citing Toyota South Africa. The upcoming SUV is expected to receive significant exterior and interior revisions, although it could continue using the existing ladder-frame platform and…
Mahindra has introduced the 2026 Bolero Bold Edition as a dealer-level accessories package, bringing cosmetic updates and an additional convenience feature to the rugged SUV. The package adds bronze-finished exterior elements, select interior enhancements and a rearview camera. The mechanical setup remains unchanged. Mahindra had also offered a Bold Edition package for the Bolero last…
MINI India has launched the Cooper Oxford Edition in India at Rs. 55.5 lakhs (ex-showroom). The limited-run model celebrates 25 years of MINI production at the BMW Group’s Oxford plant in the UK and features exclusive styling elements inspired by the British Union Jack flag. Pre-bookings for the special edition opened on October 8, 2026,…
Toyota Kirloskar Motor has launched the updated Glanza hatchback in India, with prices starting at Rs 6.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The facelift brings updated styling, additional features, improved safety equipment and a new CNG automatic option. Bookings are open for Rs 11,000, while deliveries are scheduled to begin in the first week of November 2026. The…
Mahindra has expanded the XUV 3XO range with the introduction of a CNG-powered variant, priced from Rs. 9.99 lakhs (ex-showroom). The new version will be available in four trims, with bookings and customer deliveries scheduled to commence on October 20, 2026. The XUV 3XO CNG joins the existing petrol, diesel and electric versions of the…
Hyundai Motor India has inaugurated its manufacturing facility in Talegaon, Pune, marking an expansion of its production operations beyond Tamil Nadu. The company plans to invest Rs. 11,000 crore at the facility in phases, with installed annual vehicle production capacity set to increase from 1.7 lakh units currently to 3.2 lakh units by 2030. The…
