Upcoming Cars: If you are planning to buy a new car in October 2026, then many new models are going to hit the Indian market this month. Companies like Mercedes-Maybach, Volvo, Audi and Renault are preparing to launch their new cars. This list ranges from luxury sedans to electric SUVs, premium electric sedans and hybrid SUVs. Features like new design, modern technology and long driving range with powerful engine will be seen in these cars. Let us know about the date and features of these five cars to be launched in October.
1. Mercedes-Maybach S-Class Facelift
The Mercedes-Maybach S-Class facelift will hit the Indian market first in October. The company is preparing to launch it on October 5. Along with the exterior design, many changes can be seen in the cabin in the new model.
Its front can be provided with a bigger illuminated grill, new design headlights and star-shaped daytime running lights. With these changes, the front part of the car will look more attractive than before.
Luxury cabin with three screens will be available
A new setup with three screens is expected to be available in the cabin. It will include a 12.3-inch driver display, a 14.4-inch center touchscreen and a separate 12.3-inch screen for the front passenger.
Talking about the engine, it can get a 4.0 liter V8 engine. This engine will be capable of producing 537 horsepower and 750 Newton meters of torque.
2. Volvo EX90
Volvo will launch its large electric SUV EX90 in the Indian market in October. It will be a seven-seat electric SUV with three rows. It will have an all-wheel drive system with 106 kilowatt-hour battery and two electric motors.
Its motor setup will generate 456 horsepower and 670 Newton meters of torque. According to the company’s claim, once fully charged, this SUV will be able to cover a distance of up to 625 kilometers.
The cabin will be equipped with modern technology
Volvo EX90 will have a 14.5-inch central touchscreen and 9-inch driver display. Apart from this, features like Bowers & Wilkins’ premium sound system and Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) will also be provided in the car.
3. Volvo ES90
Along with Volvo EX90, the company will also launch its new electric sedan ES90 in the Indian market on October 12. This will be the company’s luxury electric sedan. In this, customers can get two battery options of 92 kWh and 106 kWh.
According to different variants, its power will range from 333 horsepower to 680 horsepower. The variant with its largest battery pack can have a WLTP certified range of up to 696 kilometers.
Fast charging will be available with 800 volt technology
Volvo ES90 will be provided with 800 volt electrical architecture. This car will support DC fast charging up to 350 kW. With this the battery can be charged in less time. Long driving range and fast charging will be the key features of this electric sedan.
4. New generation Audi Q3
Audi may introduce the third generation of its Q3 SUV in the Indian market on October 16. Changes will be seen in the design and shape of the new Q3. Its length will be 40 mm more than the current model.
It is expected to be launched in the Indian market with a 2.0 liter turbo petrol engine. This engine can produce a power of 204 horsepower and a torque of 320 Newton meters. It can be provided with seven-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox and Quattro all-wheel drive system.
5. Renault Duster Hybrid
Renault is also preparing to introduce its popular Duster with hybrid technology in October. The new Duster Hybrid can be launched on October 17. It will get a combination of two electric motors with a 1.8 liter petrol engine.
Its hybrid system will generate a total power of 160 horsepower and torque of 172 Newton meters. It will be provided with a 1.4 kWh battery and eight-speed automatic gearbox.
Up to 80 percent travel in the city is in electric mode
A special feature of the Renault Duster Hybrid will be its electric drive mode. According to the company’s claim, in city traffic this SUV can cover 80 percent of its total journey with the help of electric motors only. This is expected to help in reducing petrol consumption.
Keep an eye on these five new cars in October
October 2026 is going to be important for the Indian car market in terms of new models and modern technology. This month, Mercedes-Maybach S-Class facelift will come with new design and luxury features. At the same time, the launch of Volvo EX90 and ES90 will increase the options for electric cars.
Apart from this, the new generation Audi Q3 will enter the premium SUV segment, while the Renault Duster Hybrid will give customers the option of petrol and electric technology. In such a situation, many new models will be seen in October for customers interested in luxury, electric and hybrid cars.