News & Top StoriesThere have been numerous automobile debuts in 2024 thus far, including both facelifts and brand-new models, but there will be a lot more activity in the upcoming months. Many more vehicles from manufacturers like Tata, Mahindra, Kia, Honda, and Citroen will be introduced. These ten cars are the most anticipated of the group, even though the list of incoming cars is endless.
Tata Altroz Racer
Launch Date Anticipated: June 2024
Anticipated Cost: starting at Rs 10 lakh.
Tata has a lot of new models coming out this year, including the Tata Altroz Racer, which was introduced with great fanfare earlier this year. It wasn’t until the Auto Expo 2023 that it was initially hinted at and its launch date was ultimately confirmed. This will be the sportier variant of the Altroz hatchback, with new features, modified styling, and—above all—a potent 120 PS turbo-petrol engine taken from the Nexon. Reservations are now being accepted, and it has already been discovered a few times without a disguise.
New-gen Maruti Dzire
Launch Date Anticipated: June 2024
Anticipated Cost: starting at Rs 7 lakh.
The new Maruti Dzire isn’t too far away, as Maruti introduced the new Swift in India in May 2024. With a new 1.2-liter petrol engine, a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, six airbags, and revised climate controls, the upgraded sedan is anticipated to be released soon. It is anticipated to have an upgraded look as well, and it might bring a sunroof to the sub-$4,000 sedan class.
Kia EV9
Launch Date Anticipated: June 2024
Anticipated Cost: starting at Rs 80 lakh.
This year, Kia will introduce its flagship electric SUV, the Kia EV9, to the Indian market. After the EV6, this will be the company’s second electric vehicle in India. This SUV is available in international markets with a 99.8 kWh battery pack and rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. With amenities like twin 12.3-inch screens, a 14-speaker Meridian sound system, heated and ventilated front seats, nine airbags, a 360-degree camera, and ADAS, the Kia EV9 has a WLTP-claimed range of up to 680 kilometers.
Hyundai Alcazar Facelift
Launch Date Anticipated: June 2024
Anticipated Cost: starting at Rs 17 lakh.
We anticipate Hyundai will upgrade its three-row variant as well after the facelifted Hyundai Creta is introduced in January 2024. The updated Hyundai Alcazar is anticipated to come with a panoramic sunroof, multiple airbags, ADAS, dual 10.25-inch screens, dual-zone climate control, ventilated front seats, wireless phone charger, and a 360-degree camera in addition to its gasoline and diesel engines.
Tata Curvv EV
Launch Date Anticipated: July 2024
Anticipated Cost: starting at Rs 20 lakh.
The Curvv EV is another new Tata car for this year. The Acti. ev platform from Tata will serve as the foundation for this coupe-SUV, which is anticipated to have a 500 km stated range. Features of the electric SUV include a 10.25-inch digital driver’s display, heated front seats, a panoramic sunroof, a 360-degree camera, an infotainment system with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, and an advanced driving assistance system (ADAS).
Mahindra Thar 5 Door
Launch Date Anticipated: August 2024
Anticipated Cost: starting at Rs 15 lakh.
The five-door Mahindra Thar has been in development for a very long time, and occasionally fresh spy photos of the large off-road vehicle appear online, providing fresh information. With both rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive powertrain options, the extended Thar is anticipated to have the same engine options as its three-door counterpart. It will also be equipped with features like a digital driver’s display, dual-zone climate control, a large touchscreen infotainment system (probably measuring 10.25 inches), and a sunroof.
Citroen Basalt
Launch Date Anticipated: August 2024
Anticipated Cost: starting at Rs 11 lakh.
The automaker’s newest model for the Indian market, the Citroen Basalt, was introduced some time ago. The coupe-SUV is expected to be equipped with a 1.2-liter turbo-petrol engine, available with a manual or automatic transmission, just as the C3 and C3 Aircross. Features including a wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay system, a 10.2-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 7-inch digital driver’s display, six airbags, electronic stability control (ESC), and a rearview camera are anticipated.
Tata Curvv
Launch Date Anticipated: August 2024
Anticipated Cost: starting at Rs 10.50 lakh.
The automaker will introduce the Tata Curvv, an ICE variant, following the release of the Curvv EV. With a few minor adjustments, the design will be identical to that of the electric version. It is anticipated to be offered with turbo-petrol and diesel engine options. Along with having the same screen arrangement, ventilated front seats, a panoramic sunroof, and even ADAS technologies, its feature list is also anticipated to be comparable to that of its electric version. It will compete with vehicles such as the Skoda Kushaq, Maruti Grand Vitara, Hyundai Creta, and Kia Seltos.
Mahindra XUV e8
Launch Date Anticipated: December 2024
Anticipated Cost: starting at Rs 35 lakh.
This year will also see the release of the Mahindra XUV e8, the XUV 700’s electric variant. It will be built on the automaker’s INGLO platform, which is capable of handling 60 and 80-kWh batteries. With a WLTP-claimed range of up to 450 km, Mahindra may sell the electric XUV700 in both rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations. Features including a panoramic sunroof, six airbags, electronic stability control (ESC), an integrated triple-screen configuration, and ADAS will be included.
New-gen Honda Amaze
Launch Date Anticipated: Unknown
Anticipated Cost: starting at Rs 7.50 lakh.
This year will see the release of Honda‘s next-generation Amaze, which has been overdue for an update. While there aren’t many details available, it will have a redesigned interior with features like wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a larger touchscreen infotainment system, automatic climate control, and a safety kit that may include six airbags, ESC, TPMS, and a rearview camera. It is anticipated that the car will use the same 1.2-liter gasoline engine seen in the current generation.