The previous week was dominated by the Bharat Mobility Global Expo, and a bunch of luxurious SUV launches
In the intervening week of January and February 2024, there was loads of buzz within the Indian automotive business, primarily due to the newly organised Bharat Mobility Global Expo. Apart from the auto present occasion, we additionally acquired three premium automotive launches, and some leaked and spy pictures of two upcoming SUVs as effectively. Let’s delve into all of the essential highlights of the week.
All Car Launches Of The Week
Citroen C3 Aircross Automatic: When Citroen launched the C3 Aircross in 2023, it solely launched the compact SUV with a handbook gearbox. Now, after nearly six months since launch, the SUV also gets an automatic gearbox option, which can be had with both 5-seat and 7-seat variants.
2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA And AMG GLE 53 Coupe: Mercedes-Benz India began 2024 with the launch of the facelifted GLA and AMG GLE 53 Coupe SUVs. The entry-level SUV is still available with both petrol and diesel engines however now will get minor styling revisions in and out. The AMG GLE 53 Coupe, however, additionally will get minor design tweaks in and out with the midlife refresh however the more significant change is in its performance numbers.
2024 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque: The facelifted Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, up to date globally in mid-2023, has now hit the Indian market. It comes with refined design tweaks, tech updates, and improved mild-hybrid powertrains. What’s nice is that these updates come not with a worth hike however a big price cut for the SUV.
Bharat Mobility Global Expo: Key Highlights
The Bharat Mobility Global Expo was organised for the primary time as a 3-day auto occasion the place many carmakers participated, showcasing a variety of recent fashions. Tata unveiled a handful of recent fashions and ideas together with the Nexon CNG, Safari Red Dark, and Curvv ICE. There had been additionally some distinctive ideas and efficiency fashions on show as effectively resembling a customized Toyota Hilux, the Mercedes-Benz EQG (all-electric G-Wagon) and Lamborghini Revuelto.
Other News
Wait For Popular Toyotas Gets Longer: In a report from a particular investigation committee in Japan, Toyota was notified about some discrepancies regarding its diesel engines. As the affected diesel engines in query additionally energy some well-liked Toyota vehicles in India (together with the Fortuner and Innova Crysta), the Indian arm of the Japanese carmaker has determined to quickly halt the cargo of affected automobiles.
Hyundai Creta N Line Leaked: The first set of undisguised spy shots of the Hyundai Creta N Line based mostly on the facelifted mannequin has surfaced on-line. It will get all of the traits usually related to Hyundai N Line vehicles in India however could have a serious addition within the powertrain division.
5-door Mahindra Thar Spied Again: Yet one other take a look at mule of the 5-door Mahindra Thar was seen just lately. The latest spy shots confirm a few premium features on board the elongated off-roader, which is ready to be launched later this yr.
Citroen Safety Update: Citroen has simply joined the likes of Hyundai and Kia by announcing six airbags as standard for all models in its Indian lineup beginning July 2024. That’s not all as Citroen India will even be equipping all its fashions with some extra security tech in addition to commonplace.
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