Weekly Rewind: Top 10 Car News Stories In India Over The Past Week!

  • Published October 5, 2024
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New launches from Kia and Nissan, updates on two Citroen cars, new variants for Jeep and VW cars and a new interior colour option in the Mahindra Thar Roxx made headlines this week.

The past week in the Indian car industry was packed with action. We got multiple new launches, including the comeback of a premium Kia MPV on our shores. Major highlights include a powertrain update on a Citroen hatchback, renaming one of its compact SUVs, and a new launch of a Nissan sub-compact SUV. 

 

Besides notable launches, we also had new editions for one Jeep and two VW cars and the commencement of bookings for two much-hyped models – one from MG and another from Mahindra. Let us take you through all the important updates.

Nissan Magnite Facelift Launched

If you were jammed with the back-to-back teasers about the 2024 Nissan Magnite facelift, that wait is over now. Nissan India launched the facelifted version of the sub-compact SUV, which is updated with modest design elements and certain new features, which we’ve covered in detail in this story

Nissan Magnite

Citroen C3 Automatic Launched in India

The Citroen C3 received a much-needed automatic gearbox, which is more sophisticated than the one rivals offer. The new auto box completes the overall package of the hatchback. You can check out the price, specs and which variant you get it with, here in this article.

Citroen C3

Updated Citroen Aircross Launched

Citroen India has updated the C3 Aircross with a new petrol engine this time. The sub-compact SUV also got a new name and has a host of new features inside the cabin. Learn more about the car and its revised variant-wise prices in this story.

Citroen Aircross

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2024 Kia Carnival Launched In India

The Kia Carnival has made a comeback in India after being discontinued in 2023. This new-gen model of the MPV has been locally assembled and the carmaker has already registered bookings for 2796 units. The new MPV comes with upmarket looks, a premium cabin and plentiful features. Check out more details about the car, including its price, here.

Kia Carnival

Kia EV9 Launched In India At Rs 1.3 Crore

Kia India has launched their flagship premium electric SUV, the EV9. The car is being offered in a 6-seater layout and boasts all the luxury features that you’d expect out of a premium car at this price point. Besides that, its 99.8 kWh battery pack also offers a high claimed range. We’ve detailed all of that, which you can check in this article

Kia EV9

Mahindra Thar Roxx Gets A New Interior Colour

The Mahindra Thar Roxx is not leaving the news headlines anytime soon. They had all ears to the people’s feedback post the launch and they acted on what you all said. Besides the original Ivory interior theme, now you can also have the offroader with a darker cabin colour. Although you might have to wait a little longer for it. Take a look at it, here.

Mahindra Thar Roxx

VW Virtus and Taigun New Variants Launched

Volkswagen has introduced new GT variants of the Virtus alongside launching additional variants for both Virtus and Taigun. Despite carrying a premium of up to Rs 38,000 over the existing models, both the new variants introduced, make several features more accessible for the buyers. Know more about the updates and prices of both the cars in this article.

VW Virtus and VW Taigun

Jeep Compass Anniversary Edition Launched

Jeep recently completed eight years in India and to mark the milestone, they have added a new edition to the existing variant list of the Jeep Compass. This edition is positioned in between the variant lineup and features a few cosmetic tweaks and accessory inclusions. We’ve detailed that for you along with the price in this story.

Jeep Compass Anniversary Edition

MG Windsor EV Bookings Open

MG’s unique electric crossover, the Windsor EV, was recently launched at Rs 9.99 lakh along with a unique battery rental scheme that sparked a lot of discussions. Well, the bookings have been made open and the carmaker has already registered record reservations on the first day. You can get more details on the delivery timeline and the car’s overview, here.

MG Windsor EV

Mahindra Thar Roxx Bookings Open

Mahindra has officially opened their order books for the Thar Roxx this week. And considering the popularity of the nameplate, the Thar Roxx has already received a massive order log. We’ve rounded up all the necessary information and the car’s overview here to help you make a quick decision.

Mahindra Thar Roxx

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