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Matte Edition costs Rs 40,000 more than the standard top-spec GT Plus version.

Volkswagen has published pricing for the Virtus GT Plus Matte Edition, for which reservations were opened last month, as part of its holiday season blitz. The Virtus GT Plus Matte Edition is priced between Rs 17.62 lakh and Rs 19.29 lakh (ex-showroom, India) and follows the Slavia Matte edition, which was unveiled only a few days earlier. Volkswagen has also added a few additional features to the Virtus and Taigun.

  1. New front-powered seats have been added to Virtus and Taigun.
  2. Both models receive festive incentives and benefits

The Virtus GT Plus Matte edition is part of the brand’s GT Edge line, which has previously seen the Deep Black Pearl Virtus and Taigun variants. The dark matte grey paint color is the most noticeable feature here. It also has aluminum pedals, cherry red leatherette upholstery, and red ambient lighting on the inside.

The distinctive matte finish is only available with the 150hp, 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine, which is available with both manual and DSG automatic transmissions. It is exclusively accessible through online booking, and delivery is set to begin this month on a first-come, first-served basis. The matte variations will be offered in limited quantities.

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The Virtus GT Plus Matte Edition costs Rs 20,000 more than the GT Plus Deep Black Pearl version and Rs 40,000 more than the standard Virtus GT Plus.

Volkswagen has also modified the Taigun and Virtus with front-powered seats (driver and co-passenger) and footwell lights on the Topline and GT Plus trim levels of both cars. On the GT Plus models of the Taigun and Virtus, the company has additionally included a subwoofer and amplifier. These functions have lately been made available on the Skoda Slavia and Kushaq. The Virtus and Taigun models with front-powered seats, on the other hand, cost a premium ranging from Rs 19,000 to 36,000.

Volkswagen is also providing a number of deals and benefits that are only available during the festive period. This includes free vehicle check-ups, free pick-up and drop-off for specified kilometers, door-step services on periodic maintenance via Volkswagen assistance and mobile service units, and attractive discounts on service packages, extended warranties, roadside assistance, and tires.

Customers may also win guaranteed rewards on Volkswagen test drives and bookings between October 3 and November 15, 2023.

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The iX1 electric SUV, which BMW plans to debut in India on September 28th, is the company’s fourth electric car. The third generation of the entry-level X1 SUV is where this new model in BMW’s electric portfolio gets its inspiration. The iX1 is expected to cost less than 70 lakh and will be positioned below the iX, the only other electric SUV presently sold by BMW in India.

The forthcoming BMW iX1 electric SUV, scheduled to debut in India, would be offered in the xDrive30 form, according to a report by HT Auto. This model will have two electric motors and produce an amazing 494 Nm of peak torque and 313 horsepower of maximum power. These electric motors will provide power to the iX1’s four wheels. The car can accelerate quickly, reaching a peak speed of 180 kmph in only 5.6 seconds and going from 0 to 100 kmph in just 5.6 seconds.

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An astounding electric range of up to 438 kilometers on a single charge is reportedly offered by the BMW iX1 electric SUV, which will be outfitted with a 64.7 kWh lithium-ion battery pack. The iX1 is anticipated to include an onboard 11 kW 3-phase charger for easy charging. Additionally, it will feature rapid charging, which will have a capacity of up to 130 kW and allow the SUV to recharge from 10 to 80 percent in just 30 minutes.

According to the source, the design of the BMW iX1 electric SUV is quite similar to that of its internal combustion engine (ICE) counterpart with the main difference being the closed grille’s front honeycomb mesh design.

The electric SUV has a 490-liter load capacity, which is around 50 liters less than the X1 facelift SUV’s capacity. The inside of the iX1 oozes class and refinement. The 10.7-inch curved touchscreen with touch capabilities serves as the dashboard’s focal point, and it is accompanied by a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster. Wireless charging, voice control, and a number of other useful features are included in the cabin’s amenities.

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It will break cover on July 5 and is likely to go on sale on the same day

  • Invicto will be the top of the automaker’s MPV line-up. 
  • There will be some changes to the design, including 3-piece LED lighting and a new grille. 
  • Maruti may offer a new themed interior compared to the Toyota MPV’s tawny design. 
  • Features on board will include a panoramic sunroof, a 10-inch touchscreen and ADAS.
  • It gets the same petrol and hybrid petrol powertrains as the Innova Hycross. 
  • Maruti could price the Invicto from Rs 19 lakh (ex-showroom).

The MPV derived from the Toyota Innova Highcross has been officially named ‘Invict’ after recent rumours about the name ‘Maruti Engage’. It is said to be the automaker’s latest flagship. The new Maruti Invicto MPV will debut on July 5th and is expected to hit the market on the same day. 

What would it look like?

The Maruti Invicto is nearly identical to the Toyota Innova Hycross, but recently released spy shots show some brand-specific changes to distinguish the two. These include 3-piece LED headlights and taillights and a new grille design with two chrome strips connecting the headlights. There is a high possibility that new aluminium wheels will also be installed. 

The interior dashboard layout is similar to the Toyota MPV, but may have a new cabin theme. 

Equipment installed in Maruti MPV

Invict is supposed to get the same equipment list as Toyota. This includes premium features such as a 10-inch touchscreen device, panoramic sunroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, digital driver display and power tailgate. 

Occupant safety is ensured by up to six airbags, vehicle stability control (VSC) and front and rear parking sensors, making it the first Maruti to offer Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). 

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A Choice Of Two Petrol Powertrains

The Maruti replacement for the Toyota Innova Highcross will have the same powertrain options. The MPV comes standard with a 2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine (174 hp / 205 Nm) and his CVT automatic transmission. No manual option. The Toyota MPV also features a powerful hybrid powertrain using a 186 hp (combined) 2-litre petrol engine and an electric motor. Combined with the E-CVT, it delivers an efficiency of over 21 km/h. 

How much will it cost? 

We expect the automaker to price the Invict at Rs 1.9 lakh (excluding showrooms). The only direct rival is the Toyota Innova Highcross, which puts it between Kia Carens and Carnival.  

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Honda’s new SUV will be the first Japanese brand new model for India since 2017 

Honda Elevate Front

The Japanese auto giant has unveiled an all-new Honda Elevate SUV. It is India’s first Honda SUV not to use the traditional ‘R-V’ nomenclature, and it is also the brand’s first all-new vehicle after a long six-year wait. Bookings for the Elevate will begin in July, with a planned launch in September. 

An Impressive Design

Honda Elevate Launch

The Honda Elevate features a bold, boxy design language with a touch of crossover appeal. The SUV will have a huge grille, stylish LED headlights and daytime running lights, and a sleek bumper with grey elements. 

On the side, the Elevate has a traditional SUV look with body cladding and squared wheel arches, but here the crossover look is more evident. Mount his ORVM, usually on the A-pillar, to the door panel. Completing the look are 17-inch diamond-cut black and silver alloy wheels. 

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The rear profile is fitted with a set of elegant LED taillights with connecting reflector elements that house the Honda logo. The body panels continue from the wheel arches to the rear bumper, where gray elements are also added. 

Premium greeted Interior

Honda moved away from the City’s outdated and simplistic interior design in favour of offering a more premium and stylish experience. Inside, you’ll be greeted by an uncluttered black-and-brown two-tone dashboard, while leather-like upholstery adds a touch of luxury.

The Elevate is feature-rich with amenities such as an electric sunroof, a 10.25-inch touchscreen system, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a wireless phone charger, and a 7-inch semi-digital instrument cluster. 

Safety feature! 

Safety features on the Elevate SUV include six airbags, Electronic Stability Control, Hill Start Assist, Hill Descent Control (AT only) and ISOFIX child seat mounts. Radar-based ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) with automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning and high beam assistant also ensure active safety. 

Powertrains

The Elevate is powered by City’s 1.5-litre petrol engine, producing a similar 121 hp and 145 Nm. This engine is mated to a 6-speed manual transmission and a CVT automatic transmission, the latter also equipped with paddle shifters. Like many contemporaries in this segment, Honda’s SUV will not be offered a diesel engine. Honda could also later offer its 1.5-litre engine with Strong Hybrid technology, as seen in the City Hybrid. 

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Competitors And Price

As previously mentioned, pricing for the Honda Elevate will be announced later in September this year. Pricing is expected to start at INR 12 Lakh (excluding showrooms). The SUV will compete with classic cars such as the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Volkswagen Taigan, Skoda Kushak, Marti Grand Vitara, Toyota High Rider and MG Aster. 

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After years of silence, Honda Cars India, the Indian subsidiary of Japanese auto giant Honda, is finally entering the highly competitive midsize SUV segment. The company plans to meet this challenge with an all-new Elevate that will make its official debut on June 6th. The test mule for this upcoming SUV has been spotted being tested multiple times in India just days before its launch, another test vehicle was spotted testing in Japan as well, and other important information about the upcoming SUV. Details have emerged. 

Honda Elevate Spy Shots

Images of the latest test mule spotted in Japan show that the Elevate has a strikingly similar aesthetic to the recently launched Honda WR-V SUV in the Indonesian market. First, the Elevate has an upright stance similar to the WR-V. Up front, it has a muscular front end that might include Honda’s signature Jewel Chrome finish grille. The headlights will probably consist entirely of LED units, giving the vehicle a smoother and more aggressive look. A strong front bumper further emphasizes the upright position, with fog lights and possibly a silver skid plate.

Another profile photo of the Elevate test car has been shared, showing the SUV with pleasing proportions. These ratios were reportedly set taking into account the Indian market and buyer preferences. It’s worth noting that Honda doesn’t typically test Indian products in its home market of Japan. However, although the Elevate is probably the first model developed for India, it has also been tested in Japan for the global market. Back in the spy shots, you can also see alloy wheels on the side of the car similar to those found on Honda’s city sedan in India. These alloy wheels are finished in black, but there are reports that top-of-the-range models may also come in black or diamond cut. Lower spec versions may have a silver finish. 

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One of the sharpest spy shots of the rear of this upcoming SUV was also recently shared. A new spy shot of the rear suggests the taillights are likely carried over from the Indonesian WR-V. These tail lights feature a two-piece light with the top LED section extending to the side of the vehicle. Halogen bulbs may be used for backlights and blinkers. In this spy video, the existence of an advanced driver assistance system “ADAS” is also confirmed. A 360-degree camera setup is visible in one of the side mirrors.

Honda recently announced and confirmed that the Elevate will be equipped with Honda Sensing Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) along with all future Honda vehicles launched in India. For those who don’t know, Honda Sensing ADAS is the brand’s suite of safety technologies designed to increase driver awareness and reduce potential hazards on the road. It integrates various sensors and cameras to provide comprehensive functions that improve driving safety. 

Honda Elevate Official Date Poster

The Honda Elevate will be equipped with a 1.5-litre gasoline engine that is also used in Honda’s medium-sized city sedan. The engine produces 150Nm of torque and 121 horsepower. However, it is reported that Honda may tailor performance characteristics to the SUV form factor. Depending on the variant, the SUV could have the same CVT or six-speed manual transmission options as the Honda City. Safety features such as Honda’s LaneWatch system, dual airbags, ABS with EBD, and the rear-view camera will be installed on the next SUV from June 6th. 

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Relations between India and Tesla, the world’s largest electric car maker, have deteriorated somewhat in recent years. The company considered bringing its own vehicles into the country and requested the government to reduce import tariffs. However, the Indian government has always refused this request. After lobbying talks stalled for some time, several executives from the American electric car maker are now reportedly visiting India to meet with Indian government officials. The purpose of the conference is to find ways for the company to deepen its supply chain in India and diversify out of China. 

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So far, the topics of discussion at this meeting between senior Tesla executives and officials from Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s office have not been made public as the meeting is closed to the public in nature. However, a source familiar with the situation said the company would like to discuss opportunities to source local products for use in building luxury electric vehicles such as the Model S, Model 3, Model X and Model Y.

Attendees are expected to include executives and managers from Tesla’s supply chain, manufacturing and business development, based in Austin, Texas. Executives said Tesla plans to reiterate its call for India to lower import tariffs on its cars, according to people familiar with the matter. 

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For those who don’t know, as previously reported on Cartoq, Tesla has been pressuring the Indian government to lower high EV import tariffs since 2019. But the Indian government decided not to do so. India currently imposes an import duty of 60% on EVs under $40,000. However, EVs priced above $40,000 will be subject to a 100% import duty. The same problem applies to internal combustion engine vehicles brought into the country. Alongside Tesla, Audi was also alleged to have lobbied the Indian government to lower its high tariffs. 

The American electric car maker has even appointed a dedicated official to lead Tesla’s lobbying efforts in India. But after the government reluctantly ignored Tesla’s request, the company asked its Indian team to work on expanding into the larger markets of the Middle East and Asia Pacific (APAC). As a result, Manuj Khurana, the head of policy and business development at Tesla in India, resigned.

For more than a year, Mr Khurana has been lobbying India to reduce import tariffs on electric cars from 100% to 40%. Tesla argued that this would allow it to test the market with imports from manufacturing hubs such as China before investing in factories. But Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government has demanded that Tesla first tackle car production in India before making any concessions. As a result, Tesla put its ambitions to sell cars in India on hold, redeployed its domestic workforce and abandoned its search for showroom space after negotiations stalled. 

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The country’s largest automaker, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, is preparing to launch its most expensive model yet in the coming months. We are talking about the premium MPV Maruti Suzuki Engage. This upcoming MPV is another of his badged models co-developed with fellow Japanese auto giant Toyota Kirloskar Motors. The Engage MPV is based on the Toyota Innova Hycross, with minor external adjustments to distinguish it from the Innova Hycross. A video recently surfaced online showing what this newest Maruti Suzuki MPV looks like. 

A video rendering of this upcoming MPV has been shared by Barawala Designs on their YouTube channel. The video begins with the front of the Engage MPV. In the video, we can see that the front grille of the Toyota Innova Hicross has been replaced with that of Maruti Suzuki’s current flagship, the Grand Vitara. Additionally, the Toyota badging has been replaced with a Suzuki badging and a new signature Maruti Suzuki chrome stripe has been added to the grille. Other than that, the front end is essentially identical to that of the previous Toyota Innova Highcross. 

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In terms of the side profile of the rendered car, not much has changed, the only big difference you can notice is the different sets of alloy wheels. The redesigned MPV’s alloy wheels are the same as those currently offered on the Grand Vitara. Nothing has changed on the Engage rendering backend except for adding the chrome stripes and the Suzuki logo. Aside from exterior changes, there are no major changes inside this upcoming MPV, keeping all the amenities and features of the Toyota Innova Highcross mostly intact. 

Maruti Suzuki Engage Expected Front Look

In terms of features, we can expect the Indo-Japanese carmaker Maruti Suzuki to offer a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment display, a digital driver’s display, dual-zone temperature control, and ventilated front seats in the Maruti premium MPV. Additionally, a panoramic sunroof, wireless phone charging, a 360-degree camera, and connected car technology are likely to be included. Meanwhile, on the safety front, the car could come equipped with front and rear parking sensors, up to six airbags, ABS with EBD, vehicle stability control (VSC), a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), and ADAS features, including lane-keeping and departure aid, adaptive cruise control, and auto-emergency braking.

As for the powertrain side of things, the premium MPV Engage will most likely be available from Maruti Suzuki with the same drivetrain choices as the Innova Hycross. This suggests that the 2.0-litre four-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine and the 2.0-litre petrol-hybrid engine will be the two powerplant options for this MPV. The naturally aspirated petrol engine delivers 173 hp and 209 Nm of torque. Meanwhile, the Innova Hycross’s 2.0-litre petrol hybrid powertrain reaches a maximum output of 184 horsepower and a full fuel consumption of 23.24 km/h. 

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Aside from minor updates to the variant lineup and the need to comply with revised emissions and safety regulations, the 3rd generation Hyundai i20 hasn’t changed much since its launch in 2020. However, Hyundai is reportedly working on a facelifted version of the i20, which is expected to arrive in India in the next few weeks. South Korean online platform AutoSpy has leaked images of this upcoming facelifted Hyundai i20. It appears to be production ready with some visible improvements. 

Hyundai Elite i20 Front Look

Outwardly, this revamped i20 isn’t a big facelift compared to the current model. The headlights have been slightly adjusted to have a curved outer edge and feature full LED illumination similar to the headlights on the new 4th generation Verna. 

Hyundai Elite i20 Side Look

The grille looks the same as before, but the front bumper is new with a boomerang-shaped air curtain and a sportier-looking front splitter. 

Hyundai Elite i20 Boot Look with LED DRLs

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The facelifted Hyundai i20 looks unchanged from the side, but the car has new alloy wheels. At the rear, the LED taillights with Z-shaped LED inserts and the design of the tailgate balance the current model. However, the rear bumper has been updated with a new reflector housing and a new rear diffuser design with silver trim. 

Drone view of Hyundai Elite i20

New and Updated cabin Hyundai Elite i20

A single image of the interior of the facelifted Hyundai i20 has also leaked, showing that the cabin layout has been kept with the same all-black theme. The most noticeable change on this refreshed i20, however, is the new full TFT instrument panel that looks just like the Alcazar. Other than that, the cabin appears to retain its current feature list, which includes a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, automatic climate control, a four-spoke multifunction steering wheel, and wireless charging. The new i20 is also expected to be equipped with new features such as ventilated front seats.

Hyundai recently ditched diesel models of the i20 and the hatchback will only be available as a pure petrol version. This means that the new and improved i20 retains the current version’s 1.2-litre 4-cylinder 83PS turbocharged petrol engine and 1.0-litre 3-cylinder 120PS turbocharged petrol engine.

The facelifted version of the Hyundai i20 will go on sale first in its home market of South Korea, followed by other major markets, including India. The new i20 will continue to compete with vehicles such as the Maruti Suzuki Baleno, Toyota Granza and Tata Altros. 

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The South Korean automaker, Hyundai Motor India, has recently released the first design render of its forthcoming micro-SUV, the Exter. With this design render, the company provided a glimpse of what the new SUV may look like. Taking inspiration from the design render, an artist has created a full design render of this forthcoming SUV. The video rendering of the new Hyundai Exter also shows the upcoming car compared to its soon-to-be biggest rival, the Tata Punch.

Hyundai Exter Video – First Look Revealed (Review)

The video rendering of the Hyundai Exter has been shared on YouTube via Bagrawala Designs on their channel. At the beginning of the video, glimpses of the front and rear of the Exter are shown, followed by the entire car. We can note that the artist has incorporated the front fascia design from the render released by Hyundai. As for the rear, it appears that the artist has taken design inspiration from the spy shots of the car that we have seen so far. Another one of the major talking points of this rendered video is that the artist has used the body of the Exter’s elder sibling, the Hyundai Venue. However, in reality, the Exter will be a little smaller than the Venue.

Hyundai Exter Back (Boot) Look Tail Light

After the solo rendering of the Hyundai Exter, the artist has also created a render of the vehicle next to a Tata Punch as well. The two cars can be seen standing next to each other, giving us a hint of what they could look like in the coming months. It is to be noted that as the Exter in this video uses a Hyundai Venue’s body, the overall design could differ in real life, but for the most part, the size of the Exter will be similar to that of Tata’s most popular micro-SUV, the Punch.

Hyundai Exter Launch Date June 2023 Price Rs 6-10 Lacs

For those who are unaware, the South Korean automaker is planning to launch the Exter in June 2023. The model will take the position as the brand’s most affordable SUV and will be priced in the range of Rs 6-10 lakh. According to reports, the company could be offering the model with a 1.2-litre naturally-aspirated petrol engine that can generate 83 PS of power and 114 Nm of torque. The standard gearbox offered will be a 5-speed manual, while a 5-speed AMT may also be provided as an option. The higher variants of the vehicle might also come with the option of a 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine, which is already offered in the Venue.

Hyundai Exter Front Look LED DRLs

The Exter will reportedly serve as a model for the entire globe, and as a result, the company has been putting it through rigorous testing. Many individuals believe that Hyundai might provide traction-based features like terrain modes to increase the vehicle’s capability, as the vehicle was recently spotted testing in the snow as well. If Hyundai decides to include these features in the Exter, then it will become the most affordable micro-SUV on the market with these features. Along with the Tata Punch, the Exter will be up against the compact SUV C3 from French automaker Citroen and lesser-equipped versions of the Nissan Magnite, Renault Kiger, and the upcoming Maruti Suzuki Fronx.

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