Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has added a striking new member to its Venue lineup, the Venue Knight, launched at an ex-showroom price of ₹9.69 lakh. This special edition SUV is designed around Hyundai's "Knight" philosophy, focusing on aggressive styling and a distinctive road presence without altering the mechanical underpinnings.The Venue Knight builds on the success of Hyundai’s Knight range, which has seen impressive sales of over 92,000 units since its inception in 2022. Aimed at...
Renault India is celebrating a significant milestone as the all-new Renault Duster secures a 5-star safety rating under the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (Bharat NCAP). This achievement marks the Duster as the 31st vehicle in India to attain such a prestigious safety rating, underscoring Renault’s commitment to safety in the competitive Indian automotive market.The Duster, a popular compact SUV, achieved an impressive score of 30.49 out of 32 in Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) and 45 out...
Kia India has rolled out the 2026 Kia Syros, offering a fresh take in the competitive sub-4-meter SUV segment. The updated model, priced from ₹8.39 lakh (ex-showroom), introduces new trims and enhances its appeal with broader automatic transmission options, catering to the evolving needs of Indian consumers.Revamped Variant StrategyA significant highlight of the 2026 Kia Syros is the introduction of new trims. These include HTE, HTE(O), HTK+(O), and HTX(O). This strategic expansion aims to make...
Volkswagen India has officially unveiled the refreshed Taigun, a popular SUV that now comes packed with 40 new features aimed at enhancing the driving experience for Indian customers. The Taigun, known for its robust build quality and safety credentials, now boasts a more modern and premium look, along with significant upgrades in technology and comfort.Design Updates: Bold and DistinctiveThe new Taigun sports a bolder design with noticeable changes to both the front and rear. Its updated front...
Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited has officially commenced the production of the new Volkswagen Taigun at its advanced manufacturing facility in Pune. This marks a significant step in the brand’s commitment to the "Make in India, for India and the world" philosophy, emphasizing high localization and precision manufacturing tailored for the Indian market.The Volkswagen Taigun, since its debut in 2021, has carved a niche for itself with its dynamic performance, refined comfort, and...
Kia Seltos has set a new standard in automotive safety with its latest achievement—a 5-star safety rating from Bharat NCAP, underscoring its commitment to occupant protection. With near-perfect scores in both adult and child occupant protection, the Seltos emerges as one of the safest internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles on Indian roads.Stellar Safety ScoresThe Kia Seltos achieved an impressive score of 31.70 out of 32 in Adult Occupant Protection (AOP), making it the highest-scoring ICE...
The Hyundai Venue and Venue N-Line have made a significant mark in the Indian automotive landscape by securing a 5-star safety rating under the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (Bharat NCAP). This accolade highlights Hyundai's commitment to safety, offering top-tier protection for both adult and child occupants.The Bharat NCAP tests revealed impressive results for the Venue models, with the compact SUVs scoring 31.15 out of 32 in Adult Occupant Protection (AOP) and 44.46 out of 49 in Child...
The Skoda Kushaq facelift has officially arrived in India, setting new benchmarks in the compact SUV segment with its competitive pricing and enhanced features. Starting at ₹10.69 lakh and topping out at ₹18.99 lakh, the 2026 facelifted iteration promises significant upgrades, both on the exterior and interior fronts.Skoda India AdPricing and VariantsTrim LevelEngine & GearboxPrice (Ex-showroom)Classic+1.0 TSI MT₹10.69 Lakh1.0 TSI AT₹12.69 LakhSignature1.0 TSI MT₹14.59 Lakh1.0 TSI AT₹15.59...
Renault India has made a compelling comeback in the mid-size SUV segment with the launch of the new 2026 Renault Duster. The much-anticipated SUV is priced between ₹10.49 lakh and ₹18.49 lakh (ex-showroom) and is available in multiple petrol turbo variants. This launch marks Renault's strategic push to reclaim its position in the Indian SUV market, with the Duster once again leading the charge.Diverse Powertrains and PricingThe new Duster is offered with three powertrain options: Turbo TCe 100...
Kia India is making waves in the compact SUV segment with the introduction of the Model Year 2026 (MY26) Sonet, enhancing its automatic lineup with new diesel and turbo petrol variants. With a price tag starting from ₹9,77,900 for the Diesel 6AT and ₹9,89,900 for the Turbo Petrol 7DCT, Kia sets a new benchmark by offering these advanced transmissions below ₹10 lakh, a first in the segment.The launch comes at a time when urban traffic is pushing more consumers towards the comfort and convenience...