Mahindra XUV400 EV

SUVs have been the preferred choice among customers in the fast growing Indian automakers. Automakers are experimenting with their designs to make SUVs more attractive and offers different proposition to buyers. Earlier, Coupe SUVs (a form of crossover between SUV and coupe) were manufactured by luxury car buyers including Mercedes-Benz and BMW. Now, many mass market car manufacturers are following this trend of giving their SUVs a fastback or Coupe-styling. In the next couple of years, a total 4 new Coupe SUVs will be launched in the Indian market.  Tata Curvv First debuted in 2022 as an EV concept, the Tata Curvv SUV Coupe will be launched in the Indian market in the next 3-4 months - by mid-2024. The SUV Coupe will measure around 4.3 meters in length and will be positioned against the likes of the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara, Toyota Hyryder and the Honda Elevate. It will be offered both EV and ICE powertrains. The EV version will be built on Tata's new Acti.ev platform, which underpins the Punch EV. It is expected to offer a certified range of up to 450km to 500km on a single charge. The ICE version will be offered with two engine options - a 1.2L turbo petrol and a 1.5L turbo diesel.  Citroen Basalt Citroen has officially announced plans to launch the much-awaited Basalt SUV Coupe in the Indian market in the second half of 2024. It will be produced in India and will also be exported to South American markets. Based on Stellantis's CMP (Common Modular Platform, the new Basalt will directly rival the upcoming Tata Curvv and the existing mid-sized SUVs including Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, VW Taigun, Maruti Grand Vitara and others. It is likely to measure around 4.3 meters in length, which is very similar to its direct rivals. The Coupe SUV will be powered by a 110bhp, 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine. Transmission choices will include a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed torque convertor automatic. Mahindra BE.05 Mahindra will launch an all-new BE.05 electric SUV, which will be positioned above the XUV400 in the brand's EV line-up. It measures 4370mm in length and has a wheelbase of 2,775mm. This SUV comes with a sloping roofline that merges into the chunky rear-end, giving it a SUV-coupe styling. The SUV Coupe will rival the MG ZS EV and the upcoming Maruti eVX and the Hyundai Creta EV. Marketed as a Sports Electric Vehicle (SEV), the new Mahindra BE.05 will be designed and developed on an all-new skateboard architecture. It is expected to be equipped with a 60kWh battery pack, which will send power to the front-axle-mounted electric motor. We expect the new SUV Coupe to offer an estimated range of up to 500km on a single charge.  Mahindra XUV.e9 The next model in the list of upcoming Coupe SUV is the Mahindra XUV.e9, which will be launched in 2025. It will be based on the skateboard architecture, called the INGLO, which will also underpin the XUV.e8 and the BE range of E-SUVs. This electric Coupe SUV will be a premium offering and will come with features like Level 2 ADAS, a HUD with augmented navigation, and a vehicle-to-load (V2L) function. It comes with a raked roofline that extends into the rear, and flush-type door handles. It could be offered with different battery pack options including a dual-motor setup with an 80kWh battery pack. Also See - Top 8 Upcoming New SUVs In 2024

In the first 3 months of 2024, we have witnessed several new SUV launches including the Creta facelift, Sonet facelift and others. In the next 9 months, a wide range of new SUVs will be launched in our market. In this article, we talk about the top 8 upcoming new SUVs in the country in 2024. 1. Mahindra XUV 3XO It is basically the heavily revised version of the Mahindra XUV300. Scheduled to make its debut on April 29, 2024, the Mahindra XUV 3XO can be booked online or at authorised dealership by paying a token amount of Rs 21,000. The SUV will receive significant design changes and a more premium interior along with several segment-leading features. It will be the first car in its category to offer a panoramic sunroof. It is likely to be equipped with Level 2 ADAS, a 360 degree camera, ventilated front seats, dual-zone climate control, powered driver's seat, wireless charger, a new 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment unit and a 10.25-inch fully digital instrument console. The SUV will retain the existing 1.5L diesel, a 1.2L turbo petrol and 1.2L direct injection turbo petrol engines. The TGDi petrol engine will also receive AISIN-sourced 6-speed torque convertor automatic gearbox. 2. Force Gurkha 5-Door The long-awaited Force Gurkha 5-door lifestyle SUV is finally ready to launch, as the company has started releasing its teasers on the Internet. The SUV is likely to be offered in 3 seating layout - 5-seater, 6-seater with captain seats in 2-row, and 7-seater with bench-type seat in 2nd row. The SUV will also receive a shift-on-the-fly 4WD knob, which is placed next to the driver's seat on the centre console. It will have new alloy wheel designs with CEAT Czat H/T rubber. It is likely to retain Mercedes-sourced 2.6-litre 4-cylinder turbo diesel engine paired to a 5-speed manual gearbox. 3. Mahindra Thar 5-Door The much-awaited 5-door Mahindra Thar lifestyle SUV will finally make its global debut on August 15, 2024. The SUV is expected to be offered in 3 or 4 variants, and the top-end variant will come with 4x4 capabilities and a sunroof. The wheelbase of the SUV will be increased by up to 300mm to accommodate third-row of seats. It is likely to be equipped with a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment unit with smartphone connectivity, a digital instrument console, a 9-speaker Harman Kardon audio system, auto-dimming IRVM, ventilated front seats with electric adjustment, automatic climate control with rear AC vents. The SUV is likely to get ADAS tech, 6 airbags, traction control, ESP, hill hold, and hill descent assist. The lifestyle SUV is expected to use the 2.0L turbo petrol and 2.2L turbo diesel engines, which also powers the ScorpioN.  4. Hyundai Alcazar Facelift The Korean automaker will also launch the Alcazar facelift by mid 2024. It will come with enhanced styling and a wide range of new features. The SUV is likely to share some design elements with the new Creta, featuring new front grille, revised bumpers, and restyled LED headlamps and DRLs, new alloys and restyled taillights. The new model will retain the 2.0L, 4-cylinder petrol and 1.5L, 4-cylinder turbo diesel engines.  5. Tata Curvv EV & ICE Tata Motors will launch the much-anticipated Curvv SUV Coupe in the Indian market by mid-2024. The company will first launch the electric version of the SUV, followed by ICE version by the fag end of this year. The Curvv's ICE version will be offered with two powertrains - a 1.2-litre 3-cylinder turbo petrol and a 1.5-litre 4-cylinder turbo diesel. The electric version will be based on the Acti.ev platform that underpins the Punch EV. It is likely to be packed with a bigger battery pack compared to the Nexon EV. We expect the new Curvv EV to offer a range of up to 500km on a single charge.  6. Jeep Meridian Facelift First launched in 2022, the Jeep Meridian is all set to receive a facelift by the end of 2024. The new SUV is likely to receive minimal changes inside and out. It could feature slightly tweaked front and rear bumpers, revised headlamps, a slightly tweaked grille, new alloy wheels and others. The Meridian facelift could receive some additional features such as an air purifier, and dashcams. The SUV will be powered by the same 2.0-litre 4-cylinder Multijet turbo-diesel engine that produces 170bhp and 350Nm of torque. Transmission options include a 6-speed manual and a 9-speed torque convertor automatic.  7. Mahindra XUV.e8 Mahindra will introduce its first Born-electric SUV, the XUV.e8 in the country by December 2024. The SUV shares styling cues from the Mahindra's flagship SUV, the XUV700. The concept measures 4740mm in length, 1900mm in width, and 1760mm in height, which makes it larger than its ICE counterpart. The powertrain setup of the SUV will include a larger capacity battery pack, around 60-80kWh. It is likely to offer an estimated range of around 500km on a single charge.  8. Kia EV9 The Korean automaker will introduce its flagship electric SUV, the Kia EV9 in the Indian market before the end of this year. It is built on the Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) architecture, which also underpins the EV5. In the international markets, the EV9 is available in 3 engine options - a single-motor RWD with a 76.1kWh battery, a 99.8kWh battery RWD, and a 99.8kWh battery pack with dual-motor setup. The electric SUV features both fixed and portable charging options. Using a DC fast charger the battery can be charged from 10 to 80 percent in just 24 minutes.  Also See - Upcoming 7-Seater SUVs In 2024, 2025

Mahindra Thar 5-door has been spotted testing several times on roads, revealing its design and interior details. Recently, a test mule has spied again in full camouflage, suggesting that the upcoming 5-door Thar might get ADAS and more safety features. However, this should come with no surprise because Mahindra's first sub-4m SUV, XUV 3XO is also going to get ADAS, so receiving enhanced safety in the Thar 5-door becomes essential. Mahindra Thar 5-Door: ADAS Suite Based on the spy images, the interior of the Thar 5-door highlights a rectangular housing behind the IRVM. This seems like an ADAS camera setup. Reports suggest that the new Thar might get similar ADAS features as the XUV 700. Some of the possible features could include Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist, Automatic Emergency Braking, Smart Pilot Assist, Driver Drowsiness Detection, and Traffic Sign Recognition. Enhanced Safety Features Mahindra Thar 5-door will also come with updated safety features such as six airbags, a 360-degree camera, front parking sensors, and all-disc brakes. Tech Features The upcoming 5-door Thar will come equipped with a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a fully digital instrument cluster, a rear centre armrest, a sunroof, dual-zone AC, and others. Powertrain Options Mahindra will use the same set of engine options as its 3-door counterpart. These include a 2.0-litre petrol (150 bhp and 300 Nm) and a 2.2-litre diesel unit (129 bhp and 300 Nm). Both engines will be paired with 6-speed manual and 6-speed torque converter automatic gearboxes. It will also have a choice of rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive options. Launch and Price Mahindra Thar 5-door will be launched in the last quarter of 2024. The price of the vehicle might start from Rs 15 lakh (ex-showroom). Upon launch, it will rival the Maruti Suzuki Jimny and Force Gurkha 5-door. Also Read: 2024 Ford Range Could Be Launched In India - Spied

The much-awaited new Mahindra XUV 3XO compact SUV will be revealed on April 29, 2024. Ahead of the launch, the automaker has released multiple teasers of the SUV revealing its exterior and interior details. While Mahindra is yet to start accepting pre-orders for the XUV 3XO, interested customers can book the SUV as some dealerships across India have started accepting bookings. The new XUV 3XO comes with a revised styling and a more premium interior. In terms of styling, the SUV gets a gloss black finish grille, redesigned headlamps, new alloy wheels, a connected LED tail-lamp and a re-styled tailgate design. The SUV comes with a completely new dashboard layout, which seems identical to the XUV400 EV. It is fitted with a 10.25-inch floating touchscreen infotainment unit, a panoramic sunroof, a 10.25-inch digital driver's display, dual-zone climate control, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, ventilated front seats, powered driver's seat and wireless phone charging. The new XUV 3XO is likely to be equipped with Level 2 ADAS tech with features like adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking, lane assist and others. For safety and security, the compact SUV will come with up to six airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control (ESC), and others. If reports are to be believed, the SUV could be offered in 4 trim levels - MX, AX, AX5 and AX7. Similar to the XUV700, the AX7 trim will have L (Luxury Pack) and Pro versions. The new Mahindra XUV 3XO is likely to be offered with existing engine options including a 108bhp, 1.2L turbo petrol, a 128bhp, 1.2L T-GDI turbo petrol and a 115bhp, 1.5L diesel. Transmission choices will include a 6-speed manual, and a 6-speed torque convertor automatic (Turbo Petrol). This compact SUV will rival the likes of the Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Maruti Suzuki Brezza and others. Also See - Mahindra XUV 3XO Interior, Mileage and Acceleration Revealed