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It's festive season time and once again automakers have lined up a slew of new car launches for the coming months.  For the month of September, multiple brands are slated to introduce models across various body styles, price points and segments. Today, we take a look at the upcoming cars and SUVs launching in September 2023. Volvo C40 Recharge Volvo revealed the C40 Recharge in India a couple of months ago in June. Now, the brand is set to finally launch the new EV in the country on 4 September. Volvo’s second EV offering in India. It will be offered in a single, fully loaded trim level at launch. Powering the C40 Recharge is a 78 kWh battery pack that powers a dual-electric motor setup. It makes a combined 405 bhp with 600 Nm of peak torque. Volvo claims a fully charged range of around 530 km while the C40 Recharge can be charged from 10-80% in just 27 minutes using a 150 kW DC fast charger. Expect the C40 Recharge to be priced over its sibling, the XC40 Recharge. The latter is priced at Rs 56.90 lakh (ex-showroom). Tata Nexon Facelift Launching on 14 September, the new Tata Nexon facelift is arguably the most awaited launch of the month. With multiple spy shots and leaked images revealing its exterior and interior design as well as powertrain updates, the only thing left is the actual official unveiling by Tata. Tata's popular subcompact SUV will get a comprehensive update with a new squared-off and upright exterior design. The interior has been overhauled as well. Key highlights include a new twin-spoke steering wheel, dual 10.25-inch screens, a Haptic Touch climate control panel, and more. In terms of powertrains, the new Nexon will retain its petrol and diesel engine options. However, Tata will add a new 5-speed manual and a 7-speed DCT automatic gearbox to its lineup. While prices are yet to be revealed, expect the new Tata Nexon to be priced at a slight premium over the current model, which ranges between Rs 8 lakh - Rs 14.60 lakh (ex-showroom). BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe M Performance BMW is gearing to introduce a new limited edition variant of the 2 Series Gran Coupe, dubbed the M Performance, on September 7. Changes will be largely cosmetic with M Performance parts like the grille, gear selector lever, and other M-specific parts. The exterior gets a new Black Sapphire colour while the interior gets a black and beige dual-tone theme. There will be no changes to the powertrain. It will use the same 2-litre turbo-petrol motor that makes 173 bhp with 280 Nm of peak torque as the 220i. Transmission duties are handled by a 7-speed automatic gearbox. BMW is highly likely to price the new 2 Series Gran Coupe M Performance over the M Sport Pro trim, which is priced at Rs 45.50 lakh (ex-showroom). The brand has already started accepting bookings for a token amount of Rs 1.5 lakh. Mercedes Benz EQE SUV Mercedes EQE SUV is slated to launch on 15 September. It will likely be offered in a single variant, namely the 350 4Matic. The EQE 350 4Matic uses a 90.6 kWh battery pack that is paired to a dual-electric motor setup. Combined, it pumps out 288 bhp with 764 Nm of peak torque. Being a premium SUV, the EQE will come packed with features. Key highlights include all LED lighting, flush-fitting door handles, ADAS suite, 360-degree camera, triple-screen dashboard setup, panoramic sunroof, connected car tech, ventilated and powered front seats, and more. The new Mercedes EQE rivals the BMW iX, Audi Q8 e-tron, and Jaguar I-Pace. Expect it to be priced similarly to its rivals, around Rs 1 crore - Rs 1.4 crore (ex-showroom). In addition to the above-mentioned models, September will also see the official price unveiled for the Honda Elevate and the Citroen C3 Aircross. The new Aston Martin DB12 will also see its India launch next month. Read Also: Top 3 Upcoming Technology in Cars in India

Electric Vehicles have been a growing market segment in India. As EV adoption becomes mainstream, more and more manufacturers are scrambling to find a piece of the billion-dollar market. Working towards this regard, Volvo Cars India has introduced a new electric model in India. The Swedish car manufacturer has just unveiled its second electric SUV product, the Volvo C40 Recharge in the country. This new EV will sits above the existing Volvo XC40 Recharge and offers a unique premium value proposition to its customers. Here are all the key differences between the all-new Volvo C40 Recharge and the Volvo XC40 Recharge. Volvo XC40 Recharge VS Volvo C40 Recharge: Design  In terms of design, both SUVs differ in their core philosophies. While one follows the conventional SUV design, the other breaks tradition with an aerodynamic and sportier silhouette. Up front both models feature an identical face with large bonnet, blanked off grille, swept back LED headlamp and signature ‘Thor Hammer’ DRL. While the headlight housing is the same, the C40 Recharge gets new pixel light detail which the XC40 Recharge misses out on. Moving to the sides, the differences between the two models is more evident. While the XC40 Recharge features a traditional SUV silhouette with flat roofline, the C40 Recharge gets a coupe-like sloping roofline which adds a sense of sportiness to the model. While both the cars measure identical for length and width, the C40 is shorter than the XC40 by 70 mm measuring 1582 mm in height. This means that the C40 offers better headroom at the front while the XC40 offers more head space at the rear. Taking about the rear, both SUV feature completely unique designs. While the XC40 gets a vertical tailgate with trademark tall taillights, the C40 features steeply raked windscreen with dual spoilers which compete the overall look of the car. So overall, both these models are similar yet different to each other in their appeal. Read Also: Your Guide to Choosing the Right Volvo Cars in India Volvo XC40 Recharge VS Volvo C40 Recharge: Interior & Features On the interior, both these vehicles feature eco-friendly cabins with vegan upholstery and recycled mats. Featuring minimalist Volvo theme, the cars get large tablet-style infotainment unit dominating the cabin along with vertical aircon vents and a row of physical buttons. Aimed at offering a more premium in cabin experience, the C40 Recharge gets 100 percent leather free interior and Topography inspired backlit décor which is a first on any Volvo car. In terms of boot space, the C40 with its coupe like roof-line offers less usable space compared to the XC40. While the frunk size remains the same at 31-litres, the boot space has gone down by 39 litres to 413-litres on the C40 Recharge. Expect for these changes, both cars come with a feature rich cabin that include Android-based touchscreen, wireless charger, panoramic glass roof, powered front seats with memory, dual-zone climate control and a premium Harman Kardon sound system. In terms of safety, the car also comes equipped with up to 6 airbags, 360-degree camera, ADAS and more. Volvo XC40 Recharge VS Volvo C40 Recharge: Powertrain Built on the CMA platform, both these cars come powered by the same 78 kWh battery pack producing 408 bhp and 660 Nm of peak torque. In case of the Volvo XC40 Recharge, this battery pack is rated for a maximum range of 418 km/full charge, while the number increases to 530 km/full charge for the Volvo C40 Recharge. According to Volvo, newer and better battery chemistry along with the aero-dynamic design of the C40 has helped the company achieve higher range on model. So, these are the key differences between the two Volvo electric models. While the XC40 Recharge is targeted at more mainstream SUV buyer, the C40 Recharge is meant for those who want a sportier look at the expense on some utility.

Months after initially unveiling the new Volvo C40 Recharge, Volvo Cars India has finally announced the prices for the new model. Launched at an introductory price of Rs 61.25 lakh (ex-showroom), the 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge is the second EV to join the company’s India line-up. Volvo C40 Recharge: Price and Bookings Offed in the top-spec variant, the new Volvo C40 Recharge is priced at Rs 61.25 lakh (ex-showroom) which is Rs 5.35 lakh more than the introductory price for the Volvo XC40 Recharge. Bookings for the new model opens from 5pm on 5 September 2023 both online as well as at the nearest Volvo dealership. Volvo C40 Recharge: Design and Features From the outside the new Volvo C40 Recharge features a familiar face to the smaller Volvo XC40 Recharge but get an all-new coupe like silhouette. The slippery EV features the Thor Hammer LED headlamp, C-shaped LED tail lamp and 19-inch aero optimised alloy wheels. In terms of interiors, the layout feels identical to the XC40 Recharge but features more eco-friendly materials for the carpet and the upholstery. Centre piece of the new cabin is the 9.0-inch tablet-like touchscreen infotainment system, digital instrument cluster, 13-speaker Harman Kardon Premium sound system, wireless smartphone charger and more. Read Also: Volvo C40 Recharge Debuts in India Volvo C40 Recharge: Powertrain and Safety The 2024 Volvo C40 Recharge comes powered by a 78 kWh Lithium-Ion battery pack that sends power to all four-corners. This system is rated for a maximum power output of 408 bhp and 660 Nm of peak torque. The claimed range on the new model is 530 kilometres. In terms of safety, the SUV comes equipped with up to 7 airbags, ABS with EBD, 360-degree camera, TPMS and more. Like the smaller Volvo XC40 Recharge, the new C40 Recharge also comes provided with Level-2 ADAS suite that features safety tech like adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist and more. Volvo cars aims to surpass its sales peak achieved in 2018 with the launch of the new C40 Recharge. Rivals to the Volvo C40 Recharge include the KIA EV6, Hyundai IONIQ 5 and the Mercedes Benz GLA among others.

Volvo Cars, the Swedish automaker, has just released the first teaser of its upcoming electric luxury MPV. Dubbed the EM90, the new MPV is primarily targeted towards the Chinese market. The automaker says the EM90 offers the ambience of a "Scandinavian living room on the move". Volvo EM90: What is It? The all-new Volvo EM90 is going to be based on Geely Zeekr MPV. Expected to by to underpinned by the same SEA platform as the Volvo EX30 and the Smart #1, the new MPV will feature a more minimalist design theme both on the outside and inside. The core focus of the new model will be to provide more space, comfort, and connectivity. Code named 009, the four-wheeler is designed by Stefan Sielaff, ex-Bentley design boss, at Geely’s new global design centre in Gothenburg, Sweden. Though Volvo did not confirm, the EM90 was likely designed parallel with the Zeekr. Volvo EM90: Powertrain Details The Volvo EM90 will likely use the same powertrain as the 009. It will have a 140 kWh battery pack powering a dual-electric motor setup making a combined 543 bhp of peak power. The 009 has a claimed range of 817 km, expect Volvo to claim a similar as well. Volvo EM90: Launch Volvo has confirmed that it will globally reveal the EM90 on November 12. Interestingly, it is the first MPV in the brand’s history and the first non-SUV launch from the brand since 2019. In India, Volvo is slated to launch the C40 Recharge EV early next month. Read Also: Mercedes Benz EQE SUV to be Launched in India on 15 September 2023