News & Top StoriesThis 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.