Here Are The Top News In The Indian Car Industry From The Past Week

Last week we saw a couple of car reveals from luxury automakers, along with the launch of a new variant for Hyundai’s premium hatchback. There were also updates on the delivery of Toyota’s diesel-powered cars, along with spy shots of Maruti Suzuki’s upcoming sub-4m sedan. Take a look at all the notable car news and updates from the past week here.

2024 Maruti Suzuki Dzire Spied

 

A test mule of the upcoming 2024 Maruti Suzuki Dzire was spotted for the first time on our roads. The next-gen Dzire is expected to go on sale in time for the festive season, following the launch of the 2024 Swift in India. Tap here to take a look at the latest spy shots.

Tata Tiago CNG AMT And Tigor CNG AMT Launched

Tata Motors launched the automatic transmission variants of the Tiago CNG and the Tigor CNG with prices starting from Rs 7.90 lakh (ex-showroom). The newly introduced 5-speed AMT on both models is paired with a 1.2-litre engine delivering 73.5 PS and 95 Nm in CNG mode. Head over to our story for the variant-wise pricing of both the Tiago CNG AMT and Tigor CNG AMT.

Hyundai i20 Sportz (O) Variant Launched

Hyundai introduced a new Sportz (O) variant to the i20’s lineup. Prices for this variant start from Rs 8.73 lakh (ex-showroom) and it is offered with both manual and automatic transmission options. The Sportz (O) variant includes interior enhancements and additional features compared to the mid-spec Sportz variant, which you can check out here.

Mini Cooper S And Cooper C Revealed

Mini revealed turbo-petrol engine options for the Cooper hatchback. It will be offered with a 204 PS 2-litre turbo-petrol engine in the Cooper S and a 156 PS 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine in the Cooper C. Both options will be available alongside the Cooper SE. Check out our earlier report for more details on its interior and features.

2024 Porsche Taycan Facelift Unveiled

Porsche unveiled the 2024 Taycan with minor updates to the exterior, increased range, and a more powerful electric powertrain. It is now capable of accelerating from 0 to 100 kmph in 2.4 seconds and has a claimed range of up to 678 km. The updated Taycan is expected to launch in India later this year, tap here for more details.

MG Motors Slashed Prices Of Selected Models

MG Motors has reduced the prices of selected models, with the ZS EV receiving a price cut of Rs 3.9 lakh, followed by the Comet EV with a price cut of Rs 1.4 lakh, and the Gloster with a price cut of Rs 1.34 lakh. The Comet EV now undercuts the Tiago EV by Rs 1.7 lakh, and you can head over to our earlier report to see the differences between them.

Hyundai Creta EV Spied

The all-electric version of the 2024 Hyundai Creta facelift was spotted, providing a glimpse of its side profile. It is expected to deliver a claimed range of around 400 km, with an expected launch sometime in 2025. Click here to take a look at its spy images and find out more about it.

2024 Skoda Octavia Design Sketches Revealed

The facelifted fourth-generation Skoda Octavia is set to make its global debut on February 14, 2024, and the Czech carmaker revealed its design sketches ahead of the reveal. The images offer a glimpse of its updated exterior design, featuring an updated grille, sharper headlights, and a redesigned bumper. Check out our story to learn more details on its design.

Toyota Resumes Dispatch Of Its Diesel-Powered Cars

Toyota had recently halted deliveries of its diesel-powered cars in India, including the Innova Crysta, Fortuner, Hilux, and Land Cruiser, due to issues with power delivery discrepancies of the diesel engines offered with these models. The carmaker has now revoked the temporary suspension, confirming that its diesel engines comply with Indian regulations. Tap here to know more.