News & Top StoriesOver one lakh Nissan Magnites have been delivered in India, and the new NISSAN ONE web platform has been introduced.
Nissan Magnites: which made its India debut in 2020, has sold one lakh units. The Magnite is currently the only product from the Japanese automaker in the country. Nissan Magnites celebrated the delivery of 1 lakh Magnite units by introducing a web platform called ‘NISSAN ONE’ for new and existing customers.
NISSAN ONE is a unified web platform that allows customers to book a wide range of services, including test drives, cars, and real-time service booking. This eliminates the need to use multiple websites and platforms to manage different services.
Nissan Magnites has also launched a referral program, which is part of NISSAN ONE. This initiative enables existing Nissan customers to refer Nissan products to their friends and family in exchange for benefits.
Here’s what the automaker says about its milestone:
Nissan innovates with ‘NISSAN ONE’ to transform the customer experience.
- NISSAN ONE is a single digital sign-on that provides a full spectrum of service requests throughout the customer journey.
- One-stop solution for both new and existing buyers, providing customizations that best meet their needs.
- A new ‘Refer & Earn’ plan has been launched, offering exclusive benefits to existing customers.
- ‘NISSAN ONE’ will use the dispatch of the 100,000th Magnite for the domestic market to mark a new phase of its transformation journey.
Gurugram, February 12, 2024: Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd. (NMIPL) has launched the Nissan web platform ‘NISSAN ONE’ as part of its 2024 customer-centric initiatives to commemorate 100,000 Magnite customers. NISSAN ONE, an innovative single sign-on web platform, enables customers to easily access a wide range of service requests throughout the entire customer journey, from initial inquiry to test drive booking, car selection and booking, and service.
Nissan Magnates
This pioneering and first-of-its-kind platform has been introduced, marking a significant leap forward in the Indian automotive industry, as NISSAN ONE combines various customer touchpoints into a single, user-friendly, and easy-to-navigate experience designed with customer needs in mind. This is part of Nissan’s ongoing transformation and business acceleration plan for India, which has recently included the introduction of new Magnite variants, network expansion, and leadership appointments.
Mohan Wilson, Director – of Marketing, Product & Customer Experience at Nissan Motor India, said, “As we celebrate 100,000 Magnite stories from our customers this month, we are proud to introduce NISSAN ONE, a platform that aims to transform the way customers experience our brand. This robust, innovative platform embodies Nissan’s ‘Customer First’ philosophy. It provides information and customizations to meet the specific needs of all buyers, both potential and existing. The refer-and-earn Program, the industry’s first of its kind, is Nissan’s way of rewarding its customers and expressing gratitude for their trust in the brand.
Nissan ONE provides an efficient and seamless customer journey, which results in a better customer experience. With NISSAN ONE, both current and prospective customers no longer need to navigate multiple websites and platforms to manage their relationship with the company. In addition, the platform enables targeted communication based on the customer’s preferences. Customers, for example, can opt-in to receive communication about service reminders for their Nissan vehicles. NISSAN ONE introduces real-time service booking in Nissan Motor India, resulting in improved customer journey management, including communication to customers for service reminders.
Interior
Nissan Motor India recently achieved a milestone by successfully dispatching 100,000 Magnite units to the Indian market from the Alliance plant (RNAIPL) in Chennai. This achievement demonstrates the brand’s commitment to providing high-quality products and services, exceeding customer expectations, and capitalizing on India’s potential as a major automotive manufacturing hub.
Nissan has also introduced the ‘Refer & Earn’ program as part of NISSAN ONE, which rewards existing NISSAN customers with a variety of exclusive benefits. Existing customers can use the new “Refer & Earn” program to refer friends and family to buy a NISSAN car and earn points, which can then be redeemed for a variety of services and benefits.
News & Top StoriesThese Were January 2024’s Top 10 Best-Selling Automobiles
In the Indian automotive sector, month-on-month (MoM) demand increased in the first month of 2024 after a decline in sales at the end of 2023. Nearly every vehicle on this list experienced strong year-over-year (YoY) growth in demand. Here is a thorough analysis of each model’s performance in sales in January 2024:
| Model | January 2024 | January 2023 | December 2023 |
| Maruti Baleno | 19,630 | 16,357 | 10,669 |
| Tata Punch | 17,978 | 12,006 | 13,787 |
| Maruti Wagon R | 17,756 | 20,466 | 8,578 |
| Tata Nexon | 17,182 | 15,567 | 15,284 |
| Maruti Dzire | 16,773 | 11,317 | 14,012 |
| Maruti Swift | 15,370 | 16,440 | 11,843 |
| Maruti Brezza | 15,303 | 14,359 | 12,844 |
| Maruti Ertiga | 14,632 | 9,750 | 12,975 |
| Mahindra Scorpio | 14,293 | 8,715 | 11,355 |
| Maruti Fronx | 13,643 | – | 9,692 |
Key Takeaways
- The top spot on the January 2024 sales list went to the Maruti Baleno, with around 20,000 units sold. While its demand nearly doubled during the MoM spike, its year-over-year (YoY) figure increased by 20%.
- The Tata Punch, Maruti Wagon R, and Tata Nexon were the next three best-selling models in January 2024, with sales ranging from 17,000 to 18,000 units. The Punch saw the most YoY growth of 50% out of the three. Be aware that sales of the Punch EV and Nexon EV, respectively, are included in the data for both models.
- The Maruti Dzire, the only sedan on the list, sold over 16,800 units overall, trailing the Nexon by a narrow margin. Its month-over-month (MoM) sales increased by about 2,000 units.
- The next two cars on the January 2024 list were the Maruti Swift and Maruti Brezza, with sales figures ranging from 15,000 to 16,000 units. The hatchback saw a seven percent YoY decline, but the Brezza saw a seven percent YoY increase.
- The Mahindra Scorpio (Classic and Scorpio N models included) and Maruti Ertiga saw YoY increases in sales of over 50%.
- This list includes the Maruti Fronx, which shipped more than 13,600 vehicles. By over 4,000 units, its MoM number increased.
News & Top StoriesEnjoy Up To Rs 62,000 In Savings This February On Maruti Arena Vehicles
- Maruti Arena Vehicles: On the Alto K10, the maximum discounts are up to Rs 62,000.
- Get discounts of up to Rs 61,000 on the Wagon R, S-Presso, and Celerio.
- Up to Rs 37,000 in perks are available for the Dzire.
- Offers are good through the end of February 2024.
We now have access to the advantages offered by Maruti Arena Vehicles products, following our announcement of the reductions on Maruti Nexa automobiles. February 2024 will see significant discounts on several models, including the Alto K10, S-Presso, and Wagon R. Nevertheless, the Brezza and Ertiga are still not listed among the offers on Maruti Arena Vehicles
Let’s examine the model-specific savings that are available through the end of this month
Alto 800
| Offer | Amount |
| Exchange Bonus | Rs 15,000 |
| Total Benefits | Rs 15,000 |
- The aforementioned incentive is only valid for the Maruti Alto 800’s current inventory because it has already been discontinued.
- Except for the entry-level Standard, Maruti is offering the exchange incentive on all hatchback models (including CNG).
- Before its discontinuation, the Alto 800 was priced between Rs 3.54 lakh and Rs 5.13 lakh.
Alto K10
| Offer | Amount |
| Cash Discount | Up to Rs 40,000 |
| Exchange Bonus | Rs 15,000 |
| Corporate Discount | Rs 7,000 |
| Total Benefits | Up to Rs 62,000 |
- The savings noted above are exclusive to Maruti’s Alto K10 AMT models.
- The cash discount drops to Rs 35,000 if you choose to purchase the hatchback’s manual and CNG versions, but the exchange bonus and corporate discount stay the same.
- The price range for the Maruti Alto K10 is Rs 3.99 lakh to Rs 5.96 lakh.
S-Presso
| Offer | Amount |
| Cash Discount | Up to Rs 40,000 |
| Exchange Bonus | Rs 15,000 |
| Corporate Discount | Rs 6,000 |
| Total Benefits | Up to Rs 61,000 |
- These savings are exclusively offered on Maruti S-Presso AMT versions.
- A monetary discount of Rs 35,000 is applied to its other variations, which include CNG; other incentives are unaffected.
- The S-Presso from Maruti is priced between Rs 4.27 lakh and Rs 6.12 lakh.
Eeco
| Offer | Amount |
| Cash Discount | Up to Rs 15,000 |
| Exchange Bonus | Rs 10,000 |
| Corporate Discount | Rs 4,000 |
| Total Benefits | Up to Rs 29,000 |
- These savings are available on the Maruti Eeco’s petrol versions.
- Along with the same exchange incentive and corporate discount, Maruti is giving the CNG versions of the MPV a cash discount of Rs 10,000.
- The price range for the Eeco is between Rs 5.32 lakh and Rs 6.58 lakh.
Celerio
| Offer | Amount |
| Cash Discount | Up to Rs 40,000 |
| Exchange Bonus | Rs 15,000 |
| Corporate Discount | Rs 6,000 |
| Total Benefits | Up to Rs 61,000 |
- The aforementioned advantages are exclusive to the Maruti Celerio AMT models.
- The automaker is providing a cash discount of Rs 35,000 for customers who wish to purchase the manual and CNG versions, in addition to the same exchange incentive and corporate discount.
- The cost of the small hatchback ranges from Rs 5.37 lakh to Rs 7.10 lakh.
Wagon R
| Offer | Amount |
| Cash Discount | Up to Rs 35,000 |
| Exchange Bonus | Rs 15,000 |
| Additional Exchange Bonus | Rs 5,000 |
| Corporate Discount | Rs 6,000 |
| Total Benefits | Up to Rs 61,000 |
- Only the Maruti Wagon R AMT models are eligible for the aforementioned incentives.
- Only vehicles that are less than seven years old when trading in for a new Wagon R are eligible for Maruti’s enhanced exchange bonus.
- Cash discounts start at Rs 30,000 for manual versions and decrease to Rs 15,000 for CNG trims. The corporate discount and exchange incentives are still available.
Swift
| Offer | Amount |
| Cash Discount | Up to Rs 15,000 |
| Exchange Bonus | Rs 15,000 |
| Additional Exchange Bonus | Rs 5,000 |
| Corporate Discount | Rs 7,000 |
| Total Benefits | Up to Rs 42,000 |
- These discounts are exclusive to the Maruti Swift AMT variants.
- The additional exchange bonus from Maruti is only available if the vehicle you are trading in for the new Swift is less than seven years old.
- Should you get the hatchback’s manual version, the cash reduction drops to Rs 10,000. Conversely, the Swift CNG is only available with a Rs 7,000 business discount and a Rs 15,000 exchange bonus.
- The Swift special edition would cost an additional Rs 23,400 for buyers. It continues to receive the Rs 7,000 corporate discount and an exchange bonus of up to Rs 20,000 (including the additional exchange bonus).
- Prices for the Swift range from Rs 5.99 lakh to Rs 9.03 lakh.
Dzire
| Offer | Amount |
| Cash Discount | Up to Rs 15,000 |
| Exchange Bonus | Rs 15,000 |
| Corporate Discount | Rs 7,000 |
| Total Benefits | Up to Rs 37,000 |
- These discounts are available from Maruti on the AMT versions of the Dzire.
- The cash discount is lowered to Rs 10,000 for those who choose the MT versions, but the other offers stay the same.
- The cost of the Maruti Dzire ranges from Rs 6.57 lakh to Rs 9.39 lakh.
Note: Depending on the state and city, discounts could change. For further information, please get in touch with your neighborhood Maruti Arena dealership.
News & Top StoriesTop 10 Automobile Brands for Sales in January 2024: Hyundai Overtakes Tata to Take Back Second
Top 10 Automobile Brands
The brand-wise split of the January 2024 vehicle sales numbers suggests that several automakers had a little increase in sales at the beginning of the year. As per usual, Maruti continued to top the list of best-selling vehicles; however, Tata lost the position it had taken over from Hyundai in December 2023. The details of the top-selling auto brands in January 2024 are provided here.
| Brand | January 2024 | December 2023 | MoM Growth (%) | January 2023 | YoY Growth (%) |
| Maruti | 1,66,802 | 1,04,778 | 59.2 | 1,47,348 | 13.2 |
| Hyundai | 57,115 | 42,750 | 33.6 | 50,106 | 14 |
| Tata | 53,635 | 43,471 | 23.4 | 47,990 | 11.8 |
| Mahindra | 43,068 | 35,171 | 22.5 | 33,040 | 30.4 |
| Kia | 23,769 | 12,536 | 89.6 | 28,634 | -17 |
| Toyota | 23,197 | 21,372 | 8.5 | 12,728 | 82.3 |
| Honda | 8,681 | 7,902 | 9.9 | 7,821 | 11 |
| Renault | 3,826 | 1,988 | 92.5 | 3,008 | 27.2 |
| MG | 3,825 | 4,400 | -13.1 | 4,114 | -7 |
| Volkswagen | 3,267 | 4,930 | -33.7 | 2,906 | 12.4 |
Takeaways
- With sales of about 1.67 lakh vehicles in January 2024, Maruti is still in the lead. The automaker had a significant increase in month-over-month (MoM) sales of nearly 60% and year-over-year (YoY) sales of more than 13%.
- This month, Hyundai took back the second spot among the highest-ranking vehicles. Its annual sales increased by 14%, while its monthly sales increased by nearly 34%.
- Even though Tata dropped to third place, it was nevertheless able to achieve a positive increase in sales numbers for both the MoM (more than 23 percent) and YoY (almost 12 percent), resulting in total sales of more than 50,000 units.
Mahindra
- In January 2024, Mahindra’s sales surpassed 40,000 units. Sales YoY increased by more than 30%, while MoM increased by 22.5 percent.
- As of January 2024, Kia had sold over 23,000 units per month, nearly doubling its monthly sales. However, its YoY sales data decreased by 17% from January 2023 to that same month.
- In January of this year, Toyota’s YoY sales increased by an astounding 82 percent, and its monthly sales increased by 8.5 percent. Additionally, it was the last brand to sell 10,000 units.
- Sales for Honda increased both YoY and MoM in January. Sales rose by over 10 percent every month and 11 percent on an annual basis.
- The last company on the list whose sales did not decrease in any way is Renault. Its annual sales increased by more than 27%, and its monthly sales nearly doubled.
- The only brand that saw declines in sales both monthly and annually was MG. Both its annual and month-over-month sales decreased by more than 13 percent.
- Last but not least, Volkswagen is now ranked tenth among the top-selling brands. Even though its monthly sales decreased by more than 33%, its annual sales statistics increased by more than 12%.
News & Top StoriesMaruti Ertiga Sells 4 Lakh Units Since 2020, Exceeding 10 Lakh Sales
In 2012, the Maruti Ertiga MPV made its debut in India. The seven-seat MPV came with a choice of diesel and gasoline engines. The Ertiga had a generational upgrade in 2018 and as a result of strict emission regulations, the diesel engine option was phased out in 2020. In the year 2022, Maruti gave the MPV a midlife makeover. The Maruti Ertiga has now sold ten lakh units, a noteworthy sales milestone, as of 2024. Here is a summary of the MPV sales benchmarks since their launch
| Year | Sales |
| 2013 | 1 lakh |
| 2019 | 5 lakh |
| 2020 | 6 lakh |
| 2024 | 10 lakh |
In barely over a year, the Ertiga sold one lakh units, but it took until 2019 to reach five lakh units. Given that the next lakh units were sold in 2020 alone, it appears that demand for MPVs surged at that time. From that point on, Maruti has sold an average of over 1.3 lakh Ertigas annually, which has contributed to the most recent sales milestone of 10 lakh.
Powertrain Evolution
The Maruti Ertiga has provided Indian consumers with a broad range of powertrain options over its many versions. When the original Ertiga was introduced in 2012, it came with two engine options: a 1.3-liter multijet diesel engine (90 PS / 200 Nm) and a 1.4-liter K14B petrol engine (95 PS / 130 Nm). In addition, a CNG powertrain with a petrol engine that produced 110 Nm and 82 PS less was an option. A 5-speed manual transmission was paired with each of these engine configurations. Subsequently, a 4-speed torque converter automatic transmission was added as an option for the gasoline alternative.
Maruti updated the version of its MPV in 2018 by swapping out the petrol engine for a new 1.5-liter one. The 1.3-liter diesel workhorse was replaced by a newly built 1.5-liter diesel engine in the Ertiga shortly after, however, it was only around for a brief period. Before the BS6 emission standards were put into effect in 2020, the diesel versions were completely retired. The second-generation Ertiga then received a midlife update in 2022. The 4-speed torque converter was swapped out with a 6-speed torque converter, which is now the only engine available, along with an upgraded 1.5-liter gasoline engine (103 PS/137 Nm). The engine is only available with a 5-speed manual transmission and has a lower output of 88 PS and 121.5 Nm (in CNG mode).
What Functionalities Does It Provide?
Today, the Maruti Ertiga is equipped with features like cruise control, paddle shifters, automatic air conditioning, and a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Up to four airbags, an electronic stability program (ESP), a hill-hold assist, and a rear parking camera with sensors are all part of its safety package.
Price & Rivals
The ex-showroom price range for the Maruti Ertiga in Delhi is between Rs 8.69 lakh and Rs 13.03 lakh. It can be thought of as a more expensive substitute for the Renault Triber, although it is also more reasonably priced than the Toyota Innova Crysta and Kia Carens.
News & Top StoriesThese 7 Real-Life Photos Show Off The Maruti Fronx Delta Plus Velocity Edition
Introduced in April 2023, the Maruti Fronx is a subcompact crossover vehicle that is built on the Maruti Baleno platform. While optional accessories have been offered since the Fronx’s inception, Maruti has just unveiled the Velocity edition, which is only compatible with the Delta Plus model of the Fronx and costs Rs 34,000 more due to cosmetic changes. Let’s examine this limited-edition kit’s appearance in seven actual photos.
The chrome garnish on the headlight units is the sole visible difference between the Velocity edition and the previous model. Apart from this, the Fronx Delta Plus version bears no resemblance to its standard version. Maruti started selling LED headlights with LED DRLs on the Fronx, which is the base model from which the Delta Plus is derived.
The Velocity version of the Fronx comes with side extras like door visors, side molding, and ORVM chrome garnish. This trim level, Delta Plus, includes 16-inch alloy wheels that have been blacked out. Along with the Fronx, the Velocity edition accessory kit includes illuminated door sill guards.
The sole modification to the rear is the addition of a chrome tailgate garnish. As a Delta Plus version, it has LED taillights at the back instead of the center-mounted kind that is available starting with the Zeta model. Additionally, it has a silver skid plate that is integrated into the rear bumper and improves the car’s overall look.
Mud flaps are another official accessory that comes with the Velocity edition.
Interior
The carbon styling kit that comes with the Velocity edition package of the Fronx can be used to further improve the dual-tone dashboard look of the Delta Plus variation of the automobile. This item includes a carbon finish on the power window trim of the door as well as around the AC vents.
Its features include an electrically adjustable ORVM system, automatic air conditioning, a 6-speaker sound system, a 7-inch touchscreen system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and more. Dual front airbags, electronic stability control (ESC), rear parking sensors, ABS with EBD, and a day/night IRVM (internal rearview mirror) all contribute to safety. Although the Velocity version of the Fronx comes with a rear parking sensor as an extra, the Delta Plus model of the car does not.
The Velocity edition of the Fronx leatherette black seat cover is also available from Maruti. The limited version also comes with a car vacuum, Nexa-branded seat cushions, and all-weather 3D floor mats and boot maps.
Engines Available
The Fronx Delta Plus model is available with a 1.2-liter normally aspirated gasoline engine (90 PS/113 Nm) or a 1-liter turbo-petrol engine (100 PS/148 Nm). A 5-speed manual transmission is standard on both engines. About the automatic, the former has a 5-speed AMT standard, while the latter has the choice of a 6-speed AMT.
Price & Rivals
The Maruti Fronx Delta Pus variant costs between Rs 8.78 lakh and Rs 9.73 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). It competes with vehicles such as the Hyundai Exter, Citroen C3, Nissan Magnite, and Renault Kiger.