News & Top StoriesMaruti topped the list of best-selling compact and midsize hatchbacks in March 2024
The March 2024 sales report for tiny and midsize hatchbacks is already available, and Maruti hatchbacks dominated the sales table once again. Four of the six hatchbacks on this list are from Maruti, one from Tata, and one from Hyundai. Let’s look at how each of them did in last month’s sales of Maruti hatchbacks 2024
| Models | March 2024 | March 2023 | February 2024 |
| Maruti Wagon R | 16,368 | 17,305 | 19,412 |
| Maruti Swift | 15,728 | 17,559 | 13,165 |
| Tata Tiago | 6,381 | 7,366 | 6,947 |
| Hyundai Grand i10 Nios | 5,034 | 9,034 | 4,947 |
| Maruti Celerio | 3,478 | 4,646 | 3,586 |
| Maruti Ignis | 2,788 | 2,760 | 2,110 |
Key Takeaways
- The Maruti Wagon R, which surpassed 16,000 units sold, remained the best-selling hatchback in March 2024, despite sales decreases of 16% month on month and 5% year on year.
- After the Wagon R, the Maruti Swift was the only other hatchback to sell more than 10,000 copies. In March 2024, more than 15,700 Swift units were dispatched, representing a 19% increase month over month.
- In March 2024, the Tata Tiago held a 1,300-unit edge over the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios. Tata shipped almost 6,000 Tiagos last month, although monthly sales fell by 500 or so cars.
- In March 2024, Hyundai Grand i10 Nios sales reached 5,000 units. Despite sustained monthly demand, it experienced a 46% decrease in annual revenue.
- With over 3,500 vehicles delivered, the Maruti Celerio maintained its continuous demand in MoM sales. However, its YoY sales dropped by more than 1,000 units.
- Finally, the Maruti Ignis attracted over 2,700 purchasers in March 2024, but its MoM sales fell 32%.
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News & Top StoriesSpied Testing of a Citroen Basalt Is Similar To The Concept
- The Citroen Basalt design is comparable to the concept version, according to the most recent spy photos of the vehicle.
- Although the inside has not yet been made public, it is anticipated to resemble the Citroen C3 Aircross.
- The 10.2-inch touchscreen and 7-inch digital driver’s display seen in the C3 Aircross are anticipated to be available in the Basalt.
- It is also anticipated to utilize the same 1.2-liter turbo-petrol engine (110 PS) found in the C3 hatchback and C3 Aircross small SUV.
In March 2024, the Citroen Basalt Vision was unveiled as a concept for the first time worldwide. It is scheduled to make its Indian premiere in the latter part of this year. The French carmaker’s coupe SUV, the Basalt Vision, is built on the same chassis as current Citroen products, including the C3 hatchback and C3 Aircross small SUV. Here’s what we observed when we recently saw the Citroen Basalt Vision test mule driving in India.
Looks the Same As The Concept
The spy photos make it abundantly evident that the Basalt Coupe SUV test mule’s exterior appearance is very similar to that of the concept version, the Vision. It has the recognizable split grille and headlamp housing up front that is found on current Citroen vehicles. The test mule’s taillight design is akin to that of the concept version from the back. However, its athletic appearance from the side is what makes it so unique due to its sloping, coupe-like roofline.
Cabin & Attributes
The Basalt Vision coupe SUV’s interior is still a mystery to Citroen, and these spy photos did not provide us with a peek of it. Its cabin and dashboard design are anticipated to resemble those of the Citroen C3 Aircross, although the Basalt Vision is anticipated to have more features as a more upscale and fashionable option.
Features like a 10.2-inch touchscreen, a 7-inch digital driver‘s display, cruise control, automatic air conditioning, and push-button engine start/stop are anticipated for the Citroen Basalt. Up to six airbags, electronic stability control (ESC), a rear parking camera, and a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) may be included in its safety equipment.
Powertrain
The 1.2-liter turbo-petrol engine (110 PS / up to 205 Nm) that powers the Citroen C3 Aircross and C3 is most likely what the Citroen Basalt Vision will run on. There will be a 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission and a 6-speed manual transmission available for this unit.
Rivals & Anticipated Launch
The Basalt Coupe SUV from Citroen may go on sale in India in the second half of 2024, with a starting price of Rs 8 lakh (ex-showroom). Along with compact SUVs like the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara, Volkswagen Taigun, Toyota Hyryder, Skoda Kushaq, MG Astor, and Honda Elevate, the Basalt Vision will directly compete with the Tata Curvv.
News & Top StoriesMarch 2024: Maruti Brezza and Tata Nexon Maintain Their Domination in Subcompact SUV Sales
The Maruti Brezza continued to lead the Tata Nexon in sales and held the top rank in the tables as of March 2024. Despite an almost 6 percent decline in the segment’s total month-over-month (MoM) sales, around 53,000 subcompact SUVs were nevertheless sold across the nation last month. The performance of each subcompact SUV is shown in this comprehensive sales report.
| Sub-compact SUVs & crossovers | |||||||
| March 2024 | February 2024 | MoM Growth | Market share current(%) | Market share (% last year) | YoY mkt share (%) | Average sales (6 months) | |
| Maruti Brezza | 14614 | 15765 | -7.3 | 27.64 | 27.2 | 0.44 | 14726 |
| Tata Nexon | 14058 | 14395 | -2.34 | 26.59 | 24.75 | 1.84 | 15665 |
| Hyundai Venue | 9614 | 8933 | 7.62 | 18.18 | 16.8 | 1.38 | 11019 |
| Kia Sonet | 8750 | 9102 | -3.86 | 16.55 | 14.54 | 2.01 | 6425 |
| Nissan Magnite | 2701 | 2755 | -1.96 | 5.1 | 5.46 | -0.36 | 2542 |
| Mahindra XUV300 | 2072 | 4218 | -50.87 | 3.91 | 8.59 | -4.68 | 4514 |
| Renault Kiger | 1050 | 1047 | 0.28 | 1.98 | 2.62 | -0.64 | 847 |
| Total | 52859 | 56215 | -5.96 | ||||
Important lessons learned
- The Maruti Brezza continued to be the best-selling subcompact SUV in the market with over 14,500 units sold, even if its month-over-month (MoM) sales decreased by more than 7%. In the segment, the Brezza continues to hold the largest market share at over 28%.
- Tata Nexon continued to be the second best-selling compact SUV in the segment in March 2024 despite selling fewer than 500 units than the Maruti Brezza. Subcompact SUV sales have surpassed 10,000 units, with the Nexon being the only model to do so after the Brezza. Note that these numbers reflect sales of both the Tata Nexon and Tata Nexon EVs.
- In March 2024, the Hyundai Venue—the third-best-selling sub-4 million SUV—attracted over 9,500 purchasers. Its MoM sales increased by almost 8%, and it now commands a market share of more than 18% in the category. It is noteworthy that the sales figures for Hyundai Venue and Venue N Line are combined in this instance.
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- Despite the 8 percent decline in monthly sales, Kia shipped over 8,500 units of the Sonet in March 2024. This figure is more than 2,000 copies higher than sales in the previous six months.
- Mahindra The main reason for the decline is that Mahindra is preparing to launch its version, the XUV 3XO.
- The Renault Kiger was the best-selling SUV of March 2024, finding more than 1,000 buyers last month. However, last month’s performance was better than the average sales of the previous six months. Meanwhile, its mechanical sibling, the Nissan Magnite, managed to sell more than 2,700 units in a month of high demand.
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News & Top StoriesIn April 2024, Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue, and Tata Nexon would experience the longest wait times.
If you want to purchase a subcompact SUV in April 2024, you may have to wait a long time. The subcompact SUVs from Nissan and Renault have reduced wait times and are easily available for delivery in certain cities, while the Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue, and Tata Nexon have longer wait times. The waiting times for subcompact SUVs in India’s top 20 cities are covered in detail here.
April 2024 Waiting Period Table
| City | Maruti Brezza | Hyundai Venue | Tata Nexon | Kia Sonet | Nissan Magnite | Renault Kiger |
| New Delhi | 1-3 months | 2-3 months | 2-2.5 months | 3 months | 1 month | 0.5 month |
| Bengaluru | 2.5 months | 2-3 months | 2 months | 2 months | 1 month | 0.5 month |
| Mumbai | 2-3 months | 3 months | 1-1.5 months | 1 month | 1 month | 0.5 month |
| Hyderabad | 1 month | 3 months | 1 month | 1-2 months | 0.5 month | 0.5 month |
| Pune | 2-3 months | 3 months | 2-3 months | 2 months | 1 month | 0.5 month |
| Chennai | 2-3 months | 2.5-3.5 months | 1.5-2 months | 1 month | 0.5 month | No waiting |
| Jaipur | 2-3 months | 3 months | 2 months | 1-2 months | 0.5 month | No waiting |
| Ahmedabad | 2-3 months | 2 months | 2 months | 1-2 months | 1 month | No waiting |
| Gurugram | 2-3 months | 2 months | 2 months | 1 month | 1 month | 0.5 month |
| Lucknow | 2-3 months | 2 months | 2 months | 2-3 months | 1 month | 0.5 month |
| Kolkata | 1 month | 3 months | 2-3 months | No waiting | 1 month | 1 month |
| Thane | 3 months | 2.5-3.5 months | 2 months | 1 month | 1 month | No waiting |
| Surat | 2-3 months | 3 months | 2 months | 1 month | 1 month | No waiting |
| Ghaziabad | 2-3 months | 2-3 months | 2-3 months | 1 month | 1 month | 1 month |
| Chandigarh | 2-3 months | 3-3.5 months | 2-3 months | 2 months | 1 week | 0.5 month |
| Coimbatore | 3-4 months | 2.5-3.5 months | 2-3 months | 2 months | No waiting | 1 month |
| Patna | 2-3 months | 2 months | 2 months | 2 months | 1 month | No waiting |
| Faridabad | 2-3 months | 3 months | 2-3 months | 1-2 months | 1 month | 1 month |
| Indore | 3-4 months | 2.5-3.5 months | 2-3 months | 1 month | 0.5-1 month | 0.5-1 month |
| Noida | 2-3 months | 3 months | 2-3 months | 0.5 month | 0.5-1 month | 1 month |
Key Takeaways
- In most locations, there is an average wait period of up to three months for the Maruti Brezza, which is not only one of the best-selling automobiles in India but also one of the best-selling models in its sector. On the other hand, you can receive delivery in a month if you live in Hyderabad or Kolkata.
- As of April 2024, the Hyundai Venue has an average wait time of up to three months.
- The Tata Nexon, the best-selling model in the sector, is currently facing a waiting period of up to 2.5 months on average. The waiting period is two to three months for consumers residing in Pune, Kolkata, Ghaziabad, Chandigarh, Coimbatore, Faridabad, Indore, and Noida.
- The typical waiting time for a Kia Sonet is up to 1.5 months, which is less than that of Tata, Maruti, and Hyundai SUVs. If you live in Kolkata, it is easily available for delivery, but those who want to purchase the Sonet in Delhi will have to wait the longest—three months—in New Delhi.
- In most places this April, the Nissan Magnite is facing an average wait period of up to one month. For clients residing in Coimbatore, there is no waiting period on the Magnite. However, with an average waiting period of up to half a month, the Renault Kiger is the most easily accessible subcompact SUV this month. Delivery of the Kiger is easily accessible in locations like Thane, Surat, Patna, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, and Chennai.
News & Top StoriesHonda Amaze, Elevate, and City Prices Increased; Elevate and City Come With Six Airbags Normally
- Honda updated the variant list for the Amaze and City Hybrid while making revisions to the Elevate and City’s features based on variants.
- The current price range for the Honda Elevate SUV (ex-showroom) is Rs 11.91 lakh to Rs 16.43 lakh.
- The current pricing range for the Honda City sedan, ex-showroom, is Rs 12.08 lakh to Rs 16.35 lakh.
- The Honda City hybrid now only comes in the top variant, priced at Rs 20.55 lakh (ex-showroom), and does not include the entry-level V variant.
- The entry-level Honda Amaze is no longer available; it now starts at Rs 7.93 lakh (ex-showroom).
Beginning with the new fiscal year, all Honda vehicles will now have more expensive entry-level prices. Furthermore, extra airbags are now standard on the Honda Elevate and Honda City, and the Honda Amaze safety package has received a minor update. Let’s examine the updated costs and feature sets for each model in more depth.
Prices & Updates for New Honda Features
Honda Elevate
| Variant | New Price | Old Price | Difference |
| SV | Rs 11.91 lakh | Rs 11.58 lakh | Rs 33,000 |
| V | Rs 12.71 lakh | Rs 12.31 lakh | Rs 40,000 |
| VX | Rs 14.10 lakh | Rs 13.71 lakh | Rs 40,000 |
| ZX | Rs 15.41 lakh | Rs 15.10 lakh | Rs 31,000 |
| Automatic | |||
| V CVT | Rs 13.71 lakh | Rs 13.41 lakh | Rs 30,000 |
| VX CVT | Rs 15.10 lakh | Rs 14.80 lakh | Rs 30,000 |
| ZX CVT | Rs 16.43 lakh | Rs 16.20 lakh | Rs 23,000 |
The Elevate now prices as much as Rs 40,000 more. It now shares the top price for the entry-level compact SUV model with the Skoda Kushaq.
Six airbags are now standard on the small SUV; they were formerly exclusive to the top ZX model. Additional upgrades to its features include headrest adjustments for each of the five seats and a seatbelt reminder. The semi-digital instrument cluster with a 7-inch TFT and the front visors with a vanity mirror and lid are now standard features on variants. Silver paint will now be applied on the auto climate controls for temperature and fan speed as well as the front AC vent knob.
Honda City
| Variant | New Price | Old Price | Difference |
| SV | Rs 12.08 lakh | Rs 11.71 lakh | Rs 37,000 |
| V | Rs 12.85 lakh | Rs 12.59 lakh | Rs 26,000 |
| VX | Rs 13.92 lakh | Rs 13.71 lakh | Rs 21,000 |
| ZX | Rs 15.10 lakh | Rs 14.94 lakh | Rs 16,000 |
| Automatic | |||
| V CVT | Rs 14.10 lakh | Rs 13.84 lakh | Rs 26,000 |
| VX CVT | Rs 15.17 lakh | Rs 14.96 lakh | Rs 21,000 |
| ZX CVT | Rs 16.35 lakh | Rs 16.19 lakh | Rs 16,000 |
Honda has increased the City sedan’s price by up to Rs 37,000.
In addition, it now comes with seatbelt reminders for all five seats and six airbags as standard, which were previously only available on VX and above models. The VX model now has an 8-speaker sound system and a rear sunshade, while the base model receives a 4.2-inch MID in the gauge cluster.
It appears that limited demand has forced Honda to withdraw the entry-level City Hybrid model, or it soon will. The only difference between these two examples is that all five seats now have seatbelt reminders.
Honda Amaze
| Variant | New Price | Old Price | Difference |
| E | N.A. | Rs 7.16 lakh | N.A. |
| S | Rs 7.93 lakh | Rs 7.84 lakh | Rs 11,000 |
| VX | Rs 9.04 lakh | Rs 8.95 lakh | Rs 9,000 |
| Automatic | |||
| S | Rs 8.83 lakh | Rs 8.73 lakh | Rs 10,000 |
| VX | Rs 9.86 lakh | Rs 9.77 lakh | Rs 9,000 |
The base Honda Amaze’s price has gone up by as much as Rs 11,000 now. Additionally, all five of the seats now have seatbelt reminders. It appears that the Amaze’s base model may soon be canceled in this case as well.
Honda City Hybrid
| Variant | New Price | Old Price | Difference |
| V | N.A. | Rs 18.89 lakh | N.A. |
| ZX | Rs 20.55 lakh | Rs 20.39 lakh | Rs 16,000 |
It appears that limited demand has forced Honda to withdraw the entry-level City Hybrid model, or it soon will. The only difference between these two examples is that all five seats now have seatbelt reminders.
News & Top StoriesThis Week’s Important Car News (March 25–29): Updates, New Unveils & Teasers, And More
This Week’s car news: We finally received a clue as to when Mahindra’s five-door Thar would be introduced during the final full week of March. The same week, Tata’s small SUV received more reasonably priced automatic versions, while Force unveiled the first teaser of its competitor’s 5-door vehicle, the Thar. Let us examine each of the week’s major highlights – This Week’s car news
Mahindra Thar 5-door Debut Date
The Mahindra Thar 5-door has been under development for almost two years, and various sightings of its test mule have been made. We finally learned last week that this Independence Day will see the unveiling of the Thar 5-door. The most recent spy photos also gave us a peek at the inside of the Thar 5-door’s base model.
Force Gurkha 5-door Teased
By the end of 2024, the Force Gurkha 5-door, the counterpart of the Thar 5-door, is also scheduled to arrive. Last week, Force unveiled the first teaser for the larger Gurkha, giving us a peek at its side profile.
Two Recalled Maruti Hatchbacks
Maruti announced a voluntary recall for the Wagon R and Baleno, two of its best-selling hatchback models. While more than 4,000 Baleno units were recalled, more than 11,800 Wagon R units were impacted. Affected units include those produced in the second half, from July 2018 to November 2019.
Tata Nexon Has Added New AMT Versions
Tata has launched five new AMT variants with lower-spec Nexon trims to provide more inexpensive automatic options in the subcompact SUV market. There are diesel and gasoline engine options available for these new models.
New Variants of the Toyota Innova Hycross
The petrol-only variant of the Toyota Innova Hycross will soon get a new top-spec trim. This new model, which will be available in 7- and 8-seater versions, will be positioned above the GX grade.
Variants of the Skoda Kodiaq Rejigged
The Kodiaq, Skoda’s top model in India, is now offered in a single fully equipped top-spec L&K variant. The SUV’s Style and Sportline models have been phased out, and the L&K trim’s cost has dropped dramatically.
Suzuki Swift in UK specs unveiled
Suzuki has now introduced the next-generation Swift hatchback for the UK market, after its premiere in Japan. The Japan-spec Suzuki Swift and the UK-spec model have the same powerplant option. Go here for additional information about the UK-spec Swift.
Citroen Basalt Coupe SUV Global Debut
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Previously known as the C3X, Citroen has unveiled the Basalt Vision, a coupe SUV concept. The C3 Aircross and this new coupe SUV are built on the same base. South American and Indian regions will be the first to receive the Basalt Vision coupe SUV.
Kia EV9 Won World Car Of The Year 2024
Kia‘s flagship luxury electric SUV, the EV9, won the 2024 World Car of the Year (WCOTY) title. In addition, the EV9 took home the title of “2024 World Electric Vehicle.” By the end of 2024, the EV9 is anticipated to reach India as well.