Check Out What Made Headlines In The Indian Car Industry Past Week

Last week, we not only saw upcoming models showcased at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024 but also a few launches from international carmakers. Additionally, we received information on the reason why selected cars from Toyota will have a longer waiting period. Here's a look at the notable car news and updates from the past week.

Hyundai Creta N Line Spotted Undisguised

The N Line version of the 2024 Hyundai Creta facelift was spotted without any camouflage for the first time. It will feature design and mechanical tweaks that will differentiate it from the standard Creta. Tap here to get the clearest view of the Hyundai Creta N Line and discover the top 5 things about it.

Citroen C3 Aircross Automatic Launched

Citroen introduced the C3 Aircross with a 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission. It is paired with the current 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine but it now makes 205 Nm. The C3 Automatic is available in the top two Plus and Max trim options. Head over to our story to know how much premium it commands over the manual variants of the C3 Aircross.

Mercedes-Benz GLA Facelift And AMG GLE 53 Coupe Launched

Mercedes-Benz launched the 2024 GLA facelift and the AMG GLE 53 Coupe in India. Prices for the former start  from Rs 50.50 lakh (ex-showroom), while the latter is priced at Rs 1.85 crore (ex-showroom). Click here for all the updates on the GLA facelift, and tap here to learn more about the AMG GLE 53 Coupe.

2024 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque Launched

The 2024 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque facelift has been launched in India at Rs 67.9 lakh (ex-showroom). It showcases styling revisions both on the exterior and in the interior. It has also received a price cut with this update and is offered in a single Dynamic SE trim. Head over to our earlier report to learn about the price revision with the Evoque and check out all the updates.

Selected Toyota Models To Command Longer Waiting Period

Toyota issued a press release stating that certain diesel-powered models in their lineup have been affected by power delivery discrepancies during domestic emissions testing in Japan. These engines also include the 2.4-litre diesel powertrain offered with the Innova Crysta, which is why it will now have a longer waiting period than before. Check out our earlier report to learn about all the affected India-spec models.

Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024 Showcases

Mercedes-Benz EQG Concept

Mercedes-Benz India showcased the all-electric version of the G-Wagon, the EQG concept, at the 2024 Bharat Mobility Expo. The concept was initially presented at the 2021 Munich Motor Show, with the production-spec model expected to debut later in 2024. Head over to our story for more details.

Tata Safari Red Dark Edition And Nexon EV Dark

Tata Motors revealed the Nexon EV Dark Edition alongside showcasing the Red Dark Edition of the 2023 Safari facelift. The Nexon EV Dark is based on its top-spec Long Range variant, while the Safari Red Dark gets the top-spec Accomplished+ variant features with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Tap here for more details about both models.

Tata Nexon CNG

Alongside the Dark Editions of the Safari and Nexon EV, Tata also showcased the Nexon CNG at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024. It is equipped with the current 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine offered with the Nexon, making it the first CNG car in the country to feature a factory-fitted CNG kit with a turbo-petrol engine. Click here to learn more about it.

Tata Curvv

Tata Motors also showcased the Curvv SUV at the 2024 Bharat Mobility Expo, confirming its availability with a 1.5-litre diesel engine along with a 1.2-litre petrol engine. Its design is inspired by the facelifted Nexon EV, and you can head over to our earlier report for more details about it.

Skoda Enyaq

The Czech carmaker Skoda showcased its first EV for the Indian market, the Enyaq iV, at the 2024 Bharat Mobility Expo. The model revealed was the ‘85’ variant, which delivers a WLTP-claimed range of 560 km. Tap here for more details.

Production-ready Mahindra Thar 5-Door Spied

The Mahindra Thar 5-door has been spied, providing production-ready details about its exterior and interior ahead of launch. Mahindra is expected to introduce the Thar 5-door on our shores by mid-2024. Head over to our story to view the latest spy images and see the differences it features compared to the Thar 3-door.

2024 MG Gloster Facelift Spied

MG is planning to introduce the facelift of its flagship SUV, the Gloster, as spy images of it have surfaced online. These images provide a glimpse of its exterior design with a larger grille and minor revisions in the interior, featuring a new color scheme. You can check out our earlier report to discover what you can expect from the Gloster facelift.

Citroen To Offer Six Airbags Standard Across Its Entire Lineup

French carmaker Citroen is soon set to offer safety features such as six airbags, ISOFIX mounts, and rear seat belt reminders standard across its entire lineup, including the C3, C3 Aircross, eC3, and the C5 Aircross. Tap here to learn more about when Citroen will update these safety features.