The month of April 2023 witnessed some highly anticipated car launches including the Maruti Suzuki Fronx, MG Comet EV and the Lexus RX 2023. The coming months promise to be just as exciting as many car manufacturers ‘automobiles plan global introductions and announce prices. Maruti is all set to launch the much-awaited Jimny, while Tata Motors expands its CNG line-up with two new models. In addition, several long-awaited facelifts are also expected. So, here is a roundup of all the new cars and SUVs that will be launched or introduced in the near future.
The month of April 2023 witnessed some highly anticipated car launches including the Maruti Suzuki Fronx, MG Comet EV and the Lexus RX 2023. The coming months promise to be just as exciting as many car manufacturers ‘automobiles plan global introductions and announce prices. Maruti is all set to launch the much-awaited Jimny, while Tata Motors expands its CNG line-up with two new models. In addition, several long-awaited facelifts are also expected. So, here is a roundup of all the new cars and SUVs that will be launched or introduced in the near future.
Maruti Suzuki Jimny (late May)
The Jimny is undoubtedly the most anticipated launch of the year, serving as a spiritual successor to the Maruti Gypsy, but designed specifically for India in a five-door body style. While this adds to its practicality, Maruti has ensured that the Jimny retains its identity as a lifestyle vehicle, with its no-nonsense off-road capabilities, ladder-frame chassis and the low-end 4×4. It will be powered by the 1.5-litre K15B petrol engine producing 105bhp and available with either a 5-speed manual gearbox or a 4-speed torque converter automatic gearbox. Prices are expected to range between ₹10 lakh to 12 lakh, ex-showroom.
Maruti Suzuki Jimny (late May)
The Jimny is undoubtedly the most anticipated launch of the year, serving as a spiritual successor to the Maruti Gypsy, but designed specifically for India in a five-door body style. While this adds to its practicality, Maruti has ensured that the Jimny retains its identity as a lifestyle vehicle, with its no-nonsense off-road capabilities, ladder-frame chassis and the low-end 4×4. It will be powered by the 1.5-litre K15B petrol engine producing 105bhp and available with either a 5-speed manual gearbox or a 4-speed torque converter automatic gearbox. Prices are expected to range between ₹10 lakh to 12 lakh, ex-showroom.
BMW M2 (end of May)
BMW is all set to launch the second generation M2 (G87) in India which will be a full import. Unlike its predecessor, which was available in the top-level competition version, the new M2 will only be available in the standard variant. The M2 will be powered by a 3.0-liter twin-turbo inline-six engine that produces an impressive 460 hp and 550 Nm of torque. It will be equipped as standard with an 8-speed Steptronic transmission, while a 6-speed manual gearbox will be available as an option. In addition, this model will be the last pure combustion vehicle from BMW’s M division. The expected ex-showroom price for the M2 is around ₹1 crore.
BMW M2 (end of May)
BMW is all set to launch the second generation M2 (G87) in India which will be a full import. Unlike its predecessor, which was available in the top-level competition version, the new M2 will only be available in the standard variant. The M2 will be powered by a 3.0-liter twin-turbo inline-six engine that produces an impressive 460 hp and 550 Nm of torque. It will be equipped as standard with an 8-speed Steptronic transmission, while a 6-speed manual gearbox will be available as an option. In addition, this model will be the last pure combustion vehicle from BMW’s M division. The expected ex-showroom price for the M2 is around ₹1 crore.
Tata Altroz CNG (end of May)
With CNG gaining more popularity in India, Tata Motors is all set to launch the Altroz CNG, which will be the third premium hatchback in the country to come with a factory-equipped CNG kit. Altroz CNG reservations have already begun, with a symbolic amount of ₹21,000. Deliveries are expected to begin in May, with pricing to be announced sooner. The CNG kit will be available on the XE, XM+, XZ and XZ+ trims of the Altroz, with the top-spec equipment including alloy wheels, automatic air conditioning, sunroof and six airbags . The Altroz CNG will be powered by a 1.2-litre 3-cylinder engine that delivers 77 PS and 97 Nm of torque in CNG mode and will be mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox.
Tata Altroz CNG (end of May)
With CNG gaining more popularity in India, Tata Motors is all set to launch the Altroz CNG, which will be the third premium hatchback in the country to come with a factory-equipped CNG kit. Altroz CNG reservations have already begun, with a symbolic amount of ₹21,000. Deliveries are expected to begin in May, with pricing to be announced sooner. The CNG kit will be available on the XE, XM+, XZ and XZ+ trims of the Altroz, with the top-spec equipment including alloy wheels, automatic air conditioning, sunroof and six airbags . The Altroz CNG will be powered by a 1.2-litre 3-cylinder engine that delivers 77 PS and 97 Nm of torque in CNG mode and will be mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox.
BMW X3 M40i (end of May)
The X3 M40i is a high-performance variant of the X3, which shares its powertrain with the BMW M340i sedan. It is equipped with a 3.0-litre 6-cylinder turbo-petrol engine that generates 360 hp and 500 Nm of torque, a drop of 14 hp compared to the sedan. Power is sent to all four wheels via an 8-speed automatic gearbox. The X3 M40i features the M Sport styling package as standard, as well as performance enhancements such as variable sports steering, M Sport brakes, M Sport differential and adaptive M suspension. Bookings for the X3 M40i are now open, with a booking amount of ₹5 lakh.
BMW X3 M40i (end of May)
The X3 M40i is a high-performance variant of the X3, which shares its powertrain with the BMW M340i sedan. It is equipped with a 3.0-litre 6-cylinder turbo-petrol engine that generates 360 hp and 500 Nm of torque, a drop of 14 hp compared to the sedan. Power is sent to all four wheels via an 8-speed automatic gearbox. The X3 M40i features the M Sport styling package as standard, as well as performance enhancements such as variable sports steering, M Sport brakes, M Sport differential and adaptive M suspension. Bookings for the X3 M40i are now open, with a booking amount of ₹5 lakh.
