Upcoming car launches in India: Maruti, Jeep, Mahindra, and more
What's the story
The Indian auto industry is set to witness an exciting period, with four new vehicle launches scheduled within the next five weeks. These much-awaited debuts include models from popular brands such as Maruti Suzuki, Jeep, Mahindra, and Force Motors. The first in line is the Mahindra XUV 3XO SUV, a significant upgrade from its predecessor, the XUV300.
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Mahindra XUV 3XO: A significant evolution
The Mahindra XUV 3XO features a revamped front and rear fascia, along with a thoroughly modernized interior and feature list. Despite these enhancements, it will continue to run on the same three engines as before. There's also speculation about a potential transition from an automated manual transmission (AMT) to a torque converter unit.
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Next-gen Maruti Suzuki Swift set to hit Indian roads
Following closely is the next-generation Maruti Suzuki Swift, which has already made a splash in Japan, and is now ready to grace Indian roads. The revamped Swift boasts an interior influenced by the Fronx, and subtle exterior design tweaks. It's set to house a new 1.2-liter, three-cylinder, naturally aspirated (NA) petrol engine, replacing the previous 1.2-liter, four-cylinder unit. The transmission options are predicted to remain consistent with a 5-speed manual and AMT.
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Jeep India to unveil refreshed Jeep Wrangler
Jeep is also gearing up to unveil a refreshed version of its iconic Jeep Wrangler. The updated model will feature a blacked-out grille, robust 17-inch wheels with off-road tires, multiple roof options, and an impressive new 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment panel, among other upgrades. However, the powertrain options for the Indian version are expected to remain unchanged, maintaining the vehicle's classic performance characteristics.
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Force Motors gears up for Gurkha model debut
Force Motors is preparing for the debut of its 5-door Gurkha model along with an updated 3-door variant. The revamped Gurkha will feature an all-digital instrument cluster, a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), wireless smartphone connectivity, and a seven-seat layout for the 5-door version. The powertrain is tipped to remain the same 2.6-liter Mercedes-Benz-sourced diesel engine, albeit with a slight increase in power and torque.