New car launches in the coming months.
Here's a look at some of the new car launches and unveilings in the coming months.
We’re approaching the end of the year but the launches are far from over. We’ve already seen the launch of mainstream models like the Celerio diesel and the Ford Figo Aspire and the launches of niche models like the Mercedes AMG S 63 and S 63 Coupe. Here is a look at the launches yet to arrive:
Volkswagen Beetle
Volkswagen is set to introduce the new Beetle in India. The new Beetle isn’t exactly new, as it made its international debut in 2011. The new car carries over the same basic silhouette as its predecessor, but has been heavily reworked. It is now larger and lower than the older model. The squared bumpers, rakish roofline, integrated spoiler and larger wheels give the car a more muscular stance than its predecessor. The new Beetle is expected to be powered by the 1.4-litre TSI petrol engine. The car will again join VW’s line-up as a halo model and be imported as CBUs.
Audi Q7
Audi is preparing to launch the all-new Q7 before the end of the year. Audi’s new flagship SUV will initially be brought into the country as CBU units powered by a 268bhp, 3.0-litre V6 turbo-diesel engine with the Quattro all-wheel drive and an eight-speed gearbox with paddle shifters. Local assembly is expected to start sometime next year. In terms of features, expect the car to come with electric adjust seats, four-zone climate control and a 19-speaker Bose audio system.
Skoda Superb
Skoda is expected to bring the all-new Superb to India by end of the year. The new Superb is bigger and lighter than before, with aggressive styling and a sleeker profile as compared to the current model. At the time of launch, the new Skoda is expected to carry over the engines of its predecessor mated to six- or seven-speed DSG gearboxes. Skoda is also expected to launch the top-end Laurin & Klement trim which is expected to get features such as 18-inch alloys, umbrellas stowed in the front doors, electric adjust front seats with lumbar support and memory function, three-zone climate control and an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system.
Maruti WagonR AMT
Maruti is expected to launch the AMT-equipped WagonR soon. The gearbox is expected to be offered as an option on WagonR Stingray and could also be launched on the standard WagonR as well. The AMT unit will be the same five-speed unit used on the Celerio.
Range Rover Evoque facelift (November 19)
JLR is set to launch the facelifted Range Rover Evoque on November 19, 2015. The facelifted Evoque features mild styling tweaks on its exteriors such as a new front bumper, enlarged air intakes and all-LED adaptive headlamps. The rear gets a new tailgate spoiler and a high-level LED stoplight. In the cabin, the updated SUV features new seats, new soft-touch materials and a new 8.0-inch InControl Touch touchscreen infotainment system. The updated Evoque also gets autonomous braking, All-Terrain Progress Control and Lane Keep Assist systems. The engine will remain unchanged from the current model.
Ford Endeavour
Ford will be launching its new Endeavour in India sometime this year. The new car gets rugged styling with a large trapezoidal chrome grille, daytime running lamps, scuff plates, large and prominent wheel arches and wheels, along with chrome detailing on door handles and wing mirror covers. The Endeavour will also get an upgrade on the inside. An 8-inch touchscreen system with Ford’s SYNC 2 infotainment along with sat nav and a rear-view camera on the top variant, and a seven seat configuration are offered. Power is expected to be derived from a 2.2-litre 158bhp and a 197bhp 3.2-litre diesel engines and a choice of six-speed manual and automatic gearboxes.
Mercedes-AMG GT
Mercedes will be launching the SLS successor, the AMG GT, in India later this year. The AMG GT is powered by a 4.0-litre twin-turbo AMG V8. Internationally, the car is available in two guises — the standard GT developing 456bhp and the GT S developing 503bhp. The version that's heading to India is still unconfirmed.
Ford Mustang
Internationally, the Ford Mustang is available with three engine options — a 306bhp 2.3-litre, four-cylinder EcoBoost engine, a 296bhp 3.7-litre V6, and a 429bhp 5.0-litre V8; and in two versions – coupé and drop-top. India is expected to get the coupé version of the iconic car, but sadly we don’t know which engine.
BMW 3-series facelift
Another facelifted BMW heading to India is the 3-series with prototypes already undergoing testing in the country. For international markets, the facelifted car has been given styling tweaks along with a range of new engines. However, for India the engines are expected to remain unchanged. BMW will also be launching updated versions of the 7-series, 5-series and X1.
Tata Kite
Tata is expected to launch the Kite (Codename) hatchback and sedan siblings soon. The two cars are set to replace the ageing Indica and Indigo eCS and will feature all-new styling from Tata’s European Technical Centre. Powering the two cars will be an all-new 1.5-litre three-cylinder diesel and 1.2-litre three-cylinder petrol engines.
Courtesy : Autocar