Automobile Desk: There is a tremendous stir in the Indian automobile market these days. If you are also planning to buy a new car in the near future, then waiting for a few days can prove to be very beneficial for you. Keeping in mind the needs of Indian customers, car manufacturing companies are going to launch many of their popular models in new avatars. Within the coming 10 days, not one or two, but five great updated and facelifted vehicles are going to hit the market, which include options from petrol, CNG to electric segments.
Tata Aeris: New sedan will replace Tigor
Tata Motors is going to introduce a completely new model 'Eris' in place of its popular compact sedan 'Tigor'. Its exterior will be more attractive than before, in which slim grille, LED reflector headlamps and new rear bumper will be seen. Modern features like a large 10.25-inch touchscreen system, semi-digital cluster, wireless connectivity and 360-degree camera can be found inside the cabin. For safety, there is a possibility of providing 6 airbags and electronic stability control. This car will come in both 1.2-litre petrol and CNG options with 5-speed manual and AMT gearbox. Its estimated ex-showroom price can be between Rs 6 to 10 lakh.
Tata Aeris EV (Tata Aeris.ev): A new look for the electric sedan
Along with the petrol-CNG model, the company will also introduce its electric version Eris EV, which will replace the existing Tigor EV. It will get connected LED tail-lights and newly styled alloy wheels inspired by the Curve EV. Features like a new 10.25-inch touchscreen, digital cluster, automatic climate control and wireless charger can be provided in its interior. It is expected to get battery packs with 19 kWh and 24 kWh capacity, which can give a range of 226 km to 285 km on a single charge. Its starting ex-showroom price can be around Rs 7.50 lakh.
Renault Triber Turbo: Now you will get powerful power
Renault is preparing to address the complaint of low power in its 7-seater MPV Triber. The company will launch it in the market with a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine, which is used in Kiger and Nissan Magnite. This engine gives power of about 100 PS. It is expected to get CVT gearbox with 5-speed manual. Additionally, a factory-fitted CNG variant with twin-cylinder technology can also be brought under the boot floor without affecting the luggage space. The ex-showroom price of Turbo Triber can be in the range of Rs 5.81 lakh to Rs 8.53 lakh.
Skoda Slavia Facelift: A new level of luxury and safety
Skoda's premium sedan Slavia is getting updated with new looks and modern technology. Its front bumper, DRL and rear indicators have been given a new touch. Sporty black elements will be seen in the Monte Carlo variant. The interior will get premium updates like a 10.1-inch infotainment screen with AI assistant, 10.25-inch digital driver display and segment-first rear seat massage feature. The 1.0-litre TSI engine will now get an 8-speed automatic transmission instead of the 6-speed, while the 1.5-litre engine will retain the 7-speed DSG. Its probable price can be between Rs 11 lakh to Rs 18 lakh.
Honda Elevate Facelift: Entry with new features
Honda is going to give its first major mid-life update to its mid-size SUV Elevate. Changes will be seen in the front grille, bumper design and alloy wheels of the car, while its boxy overall profile will remain the same. The cabin will be provided with ventilated front seats, new digital console, larger touchscreen and better 360-degree camera. Its safety suite will include updated ADAS technology. Talking about the engine, it will continue to have the same reliable 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, which generates power of 119 PS.
