The month of November is very special because of the Diwali festivities. And during this month, we will be seeing the launch of three new premium cars in the country along with one more affordable MPV. So, if you are someone who is planning to buy a new car this Diwali month, then you have come to the right spot for details.
First off, we have the all-new Mercedes-Benz GLC Electric, which is scheduled to launch in India on November 4, 2026. The German luxury carmaker has mentioned that the company will locally assemble this electric SUV at its Chakan manufacturing facility in Pune. The GLC Electric will be offered in the 400 4Matic variant and is expected to cost between Rs 80 lakh and Rs 90 lakh (ex-showroom).
Talking about the design, the electric GLC gets a large illuminated front grille, star-shaped LED DRLs and projector LED headlamps. Moving to the side, the SUV features flush-fitting door handles and alloy wheels which will measure up to 21 inches. At the rear, it will get connected LED tail lamps with star-shaped lighting elements.
On the inside, one of the biggest highlights of this SUV will be its massive 39.1-inch MBUX Hyperscreen. It combines the driver’s display, infotainment system and passenger screen. The GLC EV will also get the latest MBUX interface with an AI assistant.
As for the powertrain, the GLC 400 4Matic gets a 94 kWh battery pack paired with two electric motors. This setup produces around 490 bhp and 800 Nm of torque. The SUV offers a claimed range of 715 km and can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in just 4.3 seconds. It also supports DC fast charging at up to 330 kW.
Next up is the Denza D9, and for those who may not be aware, it will be a new luxury electric MPV from BYD’s premium brand, Denza. The company has confirmed its India brand debut date of November 13, and the D9 is expected to be one of its first offerings. However, the exact commercial launch date of the MPV has not been announced.
The Denza D9 is a massive luxury MPV which will measure over five metres in length. It gets a large front grille with chrome elements, split LED headlamps and a relatively boxy design. And on the side, the MPV gets 18-inch alloy wheels and sliding rear doors.
The biggest highlight of this upcoming Denza D9 will be its interior. It will be offered with a seven-seater layout with two individual captain seats in the second row. These seats will offer powered adjustments, ventilation, heating, massage functions and extendable leg supports.
Apart from this, it is expected to get a 15.6-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, a 14-speaker Dynaudio sound system and Level 2 ADAS. Talking about the powertrain, it will get a 103 kWh battery pack. The internationally sold front-wheel-drive version produces 313 bhp and offers a claimed range of 600 km.
Meanwhile, the all-wheel-drive version produces 373 bhp and offers a claimed range of 580 km. Now, which one will be offered in India has not been revealed. As for the pricing, the India-spec model is expected to be priced around Rs 80 lakh to Rs 85 lakh (ex-showroom). It will compete with the MG M9 and Toyota Vellfire.
The third vehicle on this list is the most affordable of all, and it is the Toyota Innova Hycross facelift. Toyota is expected to launch the Hycross facelift on November 26. However, the company has not officially confirmed the launch timeline. In terms of the design, the new Innova Hycross is expected to get a completely redesigned front fascia inspired by the new Toyota Hilux.
Its highlights will include a wider grille, sleeker LED headlamps and a revised front bumper. The side profile will remain mostly unchanged, but it will most likely get a set of new alloy wheels. As for the interior, the updated MPV could get a larger 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, revised dashboard materials and updated upholstery.
There are also reports that it could get a larger digital instrument cluster and improved ADAS features. Coming to the powertrain, Toyota is expected to retain the existing 2.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, which will make 173 bhp and 204 Nm. The second option will be the 2.0-litre strong-hybrid petrol engine with a combined output of approximately 184 bhp.
This hybrid version currently delivers a claimed mileage of 23.24 kmpl. It is believed that Toyota could also introduce an E85 flex-fuel strong-hybrid version, although this has not been confirmed. The facelift could be priced between Rs 20 lakh and Rs 34 lakh (ex-showroom).
The last vehicle on this list is the second-generation Mini Cooper SE, which will be officially launched in India on November 27. The new electric hatchback will offer a larger battery pack, improved driving range and updated features compared to the previous-generation model. Talking about the design, the Cooper SE will look similar to the petrol-powered Cooper S.
However, it will get a closed-off front grille, unique alloy wheels and distinctive yellow SE badging. On the inside, the electric hatchback gets Mini’s latest circular touchscreen infotainment system, which also displays driving information. Its expected features include a head-up display, powered front seats, a panoramic glass roof and a Harman Kardon sound system.
As for the powertrain, the Cooper SE gets a 54.2 kWh battery pack paired with a front-mounted electric motor. It makes 215 bhp and 330 Nm of torque. Its claimed driving range is 402 km, and it supports DC fast charging at up to 95 kW. Apart from this, Mini will also introduce the special Paul Smith Edition, which will feature unique colours, graphics, badges and 18-inch alloy wheels. The pricing of both models will be revealed at launch.